https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-01-01.pdf 9be54fb2fcd4b267b9e5ad37470cf272 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 1/January 1, 2002 130th year Middleville, Michigan 49333 The year in review Middleville see lots of changes in 2001 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer What happened in 2001 in the Middleville. Irving. Yan­ kee Springs and Thomapple Township areas? All the usual things of course. There were births, deaths, marriages, tests, friendships, squabbles, acci­ dents. love, laughter and tears. Any overview will miss something, but this year was a remarkable one. The fol­ lowing touches on just a few of this year’s highlights: The year is ending as it began — full of snow. The See look back to 2001, pg. 2 "Taps" was played at Memorial Day ceremonies Bill McKeown, standing with his wife, Marge, was honored by the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. He touched the lives of many while he was alive and is now missed by family and friends. Wishing you peace, prosperity and happiness Caledonia governments part of a pattern of change in 2001 The Caledonia Township Board. From left, Larry Stauffer, Pat Snyder, Bryan Harrison, Jill Cardwell, Bill Bravata, Richard Robertson and Wally Bujak. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer To the surprise of virtu­ ally no one. change seems to be the constant that can be counted on in Caledonia. The following is a review of the past year’s govern­ mental-related changes and developments that made an impact: Township government Six new Caledonia Town­ ship Board members joined long standing Clerk Pat Sny- See look back to 2001, pg. 6 In This Issue TK wins Governor’s Cup Compromise offer made in home occupation issue Shagbark residents plead again for help from township 499 wins and counting for TK wrestling coach Tom Lehman �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 1. 2002 Look back to 2001, contd. from pg. 1 Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) were part of the Middleville Christmas parade. Bob White Football stadium was rededicated with the surviving members of the first TK football team in attendance area was digging out last January from the deep snow and still the snow falls. This year’s review touches on events in Mid­ dleville, Freeport. Irving. Thornapplc and Yankee Springs townships. There also arc notes from the schools, local organizations and notable individuals. Middleville is bustling. The biggest news may be the property purchases and swaps that are making the Mill Pond townhouses a re­ ality. Finally, the first 3.4 miles of the Paul Henry Thornap­ ple Trail has been paved and work continues to make Stagecoach Park a reality. The stagecoach is already being constructed in Nash­ ville and the Gazebo under­ written by the Middleville Rotary Club is already in­ stalled. The Department of Public Works building was recon­ structed by the wastewater treatment plant as part of the Mill Pond townhouses. After Bill Getty’s un­ timely death, the Town Cen­ tre development is in limbo and the property is now for sale. The soil is being stabi­ lized to prevent erosion. Building continues in Misty Ridge, even with the discovery of plat confusion from the 1800s, now tidied up. The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission has come of age with fund-raisers like the first golf outing. Heritage Day run and it is now seek­ ing a program director to run programs for children and adults. The local program director will take over work The Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Department sponsored the Heritage Day run, which used the newly paved Paul Henry Thornapple Trail after starting at Irving Road. plan and reach your goals done by the Barry County YMCA in the past. The Thornapple Kellogg School Board, Village of Middleville Council and the Thornapple Township Board each is contributing $20,000 to help provide seed money and matching funds for grants. The school district also agreed to lease approxi­ mately five acres near McFall, which can be used as the Recreation Commis­ sion seeks state grants. Irving Township saw the passing of the political torch. Long time supervisor Milt Beuhler was replaced by Kathee Pierce and clerk and trustee Emily and Jim Harrison moved from the area. Irving also is seeing new developments popping up throughout the township, Join now and get ‘Today s Continued next page (616) 391-1272 9954 Cherry Valley Caledonia, Michigan 49316 LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. 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Weekly specials Free rental of equal or lessor value V HS & Game Accessories , One coupon per visit please Gift Certificates Expires 2-15-O2 Product Id: SunAd Gift ideas ; mdVTE' OUTPOJT; J �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 1. 2002/Page 3 211 students. This fall the district agreed to three year con­ tracts with the employees, which will give stability. The district also agreed to a renewal of Pippcl s contract for two years. Eric Proseus was named assistant princi­ pal at the high school. He has started a “Saturday school” for students who are excessively tardy or absent. munity education needs of the district. It was a good year for business in the area, with Bradford White continuing to expand its facility and work force. Richard Milock retired as CEO after 33 years with the company. A sexual harassment law suit against the company and supervisor Bob Hermenitt was settled out of The Sept. 1 attacks brought out contributions from the schoo and community. The money raised at the Middle V a bowling lanes was matched by the Caledonia Banl Miss Middleville Barry County Nikke Schiedel was crowned in July by pageant director Kelli Leep. From previous page with additional increases in traffic. In Freeport, the village is getting closer to resolving its water supply problems. The first of what will be many public hearings on the costs and plans for a new system was held in Novem­ ber. The Outbak Skate Park honoring the memory of I^rke F.golf was dedicated in October. Thornapplc Township has seen changes this year as well. Bob Wwdard resigned as chief of the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices. I'hc new fire truck was delivered by the end of De­ cember, but it was still being put through its paces. The fire committee con­ tinues to meet to discuss possible locations for a new fire station. The township also is working with Yankee Springs Township as well on its fire contract and pos­ sible lease of equipment agreement. The township weathered a lawsuit brought by Landon Holdings, who wants to de- HASTINGS 4 $4.50 Kid. All »hgw». S4.T5 OAKY Mann—a bl a Saroors ta.OO Studanta a Lara Snows fo a Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thur. a no ?»•»»• U.lwriM r.w Worm, a 1W Com Woi.n, velop a manufactured hous­ ing park on acreage along 108th Street. The develop­ ment company will now seek a zoning change for the property in January. The Thornapple Town­ ship and Middleville Village planning commissions are working on revising their master plans. As part of this effort, two commissioners from each municipality are working together on a plan for areas closed to the vil­ lage so that rules are the same. Yankee Springs also con­ tinues to work on plans for a new water tower. It appears that after several years of planning, the district will be seeking a loan from the state’s Drinking Water Re­ volving Fund this spring to help make the tower a reolity. There are changes in store for the Yankee Springs Rec­ reation area with work being done on the camping and boat launch areas. The Long Lake Outdoor Center may be leased or abandoned by the state recreation area. Yankee Springs in coop­ eration with Middleville. Thornapple townships and other communities is partici­ pating in the special Route 37 corridor committee. For the schools 2001 was a "great” year, according to Superintendent Midge Pippel. The district continues to grow at 2 percent each year. Graduation in June sent off Freeport skateboarders contributed sweat and muscle to complete the Outbak Skate Park in honor of Luke Egolf. The district continues to watch closely as the state balances its budget. Schools may receive less money than anticipated because of a downturn in the economy. Teachers continue to win awards and grants. Students also win awards for their achievements. Some controversy erupted during a discussion of the TK athletic policy. Athletic director Tom Lehman re­ signed from that position, keeping his teaching posi­ tion and his coaching duties. TK graduate Mark Uyl was named as the new ath­ letic director, leaving the Caledonia schools after only one year. The Bob White Football stadium was rededicated in the fall. The surviving mem­ bers of the first TK football team (all in their 80s) were feted. The Thomapple Kellogg Learning Center (the former science wing) opened and serves the alternative high school, preschools and com­ court after all ost nine months. Kids First Lea ling Place opened their n v facility during the sun icr. Nes­ bitt’s Market w > replaced by the Wright S »p and the Harmony Dan : Source opened downtown. Middleville was fortunate to be chosen as the Renais­ sance Zone. Work on seek­ ing tenants for the 10 acres continues. The Downtown Development Auihority is beginning to plan the streetscape for the Main Street and M-37 corridor. 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Gorgeous home setting on over 4 beautiful wooded acres 5 bedrooms. 3-12 baths, master suite w extra room tor of f ee or nursery walkout basement and barn Call Kay or Craig $229,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS AND IN THE HOMES EXTRA OF GRAND RAPIDS MAGAZINE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 1,2002 AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS 35 years experience COUNTRY JOWN gLORflL & GIFTS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry' Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) 9345 Cherry Valley, Caledonia, MI 49316 ‘Our goal is beautiful flowers and even better service” Fresh Flowers Specializing in Weddings Funerals, Silks, Planters, Gifts & Balloons, Fruit Baskets A complete floral service Delivery Service Unique Gifts Major Wire Services Call 891-8646 • Fax 891-0667 Major credit cards accepted - Owners Bill & Fran Lanford ~ Story hours resume soon Signups are limited for the Wednesday. Jan. 16. story hour at the TK Learn­ ing Center. Registration for the story hour for 3- and 4year-olds is required bv call­ ing 795-3397. The story time begins at 10 a m. Ann Noah has planned a look at winter for the young students. The Thursday. Jan. 10. story time at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library begins at 7 p.m. Children are invited to wear their favorite hat and mittens and “warm up with books." On Jan. 24 students will enjoy stories about “Snow Friends." It is another of the “wear your jammies" times, which Francey Tobin has planned for youthful read­ ers. She w ants them to wear their "snuggliest pajamas" Story time begins at 7 p.m. For more information about the TK School and Community Library story times, call 795-5434. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living C.'bunb - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9:30 a.m. 10:15 a m. . 6 00 p.m Family Night 6 30 p in /i'rightwfe... Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry Meeting at the Croo Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell Pastor Joe Cipt u. Worship leader Dennv Bouma, Youth PasUn Chun h Office 6I6-89I-O287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org Dr Brian E Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles /’r/s/or. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (Horthivest of Gun Lake) Sat Evening Mass 500 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass. 9 30 a.m CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Chun h tilth a caring heart fttr omuumuh and the world" Sunday Wurdup 9 a m and 6 00 p m (Child A Adult i (During the School Year > Rev. R Scott Green*ay. Pastor ketth Stnlp. loath thrcaor Al Tiemeier. Coatmundy Celling 250 V inc Street At ” Emm?-' \ < I\v 24 - 0 pm Chnrfntg. Eve Scntwn "Caw Out of the Dari (Ye 24 - 11 pm Chrvtnvr Eve Srm « The light Dmum theDuriunDre .Ml • Fkst Sunday -■ Chnsinu>uk - W* Scn« Worship Sen ice S a m and 11 00 a m (Jr Church at 11 tO only• Sunday School 9 45 a tn (Nursery and Child Care av adahk throughout the ■’vo-runx Rev Norman KoIms \6l6» S91-816? CtaertOtUc Fiv S9I s»4> • i* * <n Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service “ W? are changed by God 's love!” ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whtfncvville Ave •> 45 a tn Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11 (M) a m Wed Fellowship 7 30pm Pa\lor I Joed DrX'onner. Sr Church Ph. 868 MIO • Pastor \ Ph. 897 7407 < f*cleflc**devU .1 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Time* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a m 6.00 p.m. (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion YOU ARE INVITED Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer Rev Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick QDIje ®lb dime ifletljolrigt Oiirrlj Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto. Ml 49302 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship..................................................... 930a.m. Sunday School 11:00a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.,,11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6;00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. ^CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study 9255 84th Street Alto Ml 4930? GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Weu M I ’’9 H.-h» jy «€luef SoomLiv Road > Wav Gal Ml 49 Meelutg low. sour friendv. and i«M«r famtli — right where sou 're at - thnmgh Rdrvaa Mcvaees Dynamw Musk Quatey ChaAd Care and Proenm, Wonhip Hours 900 am awl 10 30 am + Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor __________ Phone 868S437__________ Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Rfv P Adams Phonf 891 -8440 CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CortifTHmifv of Christ C ’ 708 W. Main Street One Mite east of Witttneyville Rd Church Office (6161 INI-1512 M-37 al 100th St W 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 Leighton Church MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED A Member of the-f vongeltcol Covenant Chu'ches of America Pastor Paul M. Hillman Contemporary Worship ’> 30 a m Sunday School fur All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship «6 00 p m Pastor Roger Rultman • Church Office: Nld<-0.W I www lakcsidecommunily org Community Church V Place for F amily X Friends 6201 Whitneyvilk Avenue. Aho MY TOIXSFXD P»<« \OK\U\ KXOKR. tanrale Paw* B91-802H • e-mail: leighton®isen net Redeemer Covenant Church Church (616) 795-2391 792-2889 4 1 Jk CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday ScIkx»I 9 iSj m Sunday Morning Worship Sen tee ll<M).iin Sunday Evening Service ................. 6-00 p m. Wednesday .MidWwk Prayer.................. 6: p.m. Word of Life Chibs................................... 6.-4V p in Sunday Morning Worship N AO a in. & 11 a ni Sunday SchtMil for All Ages................... ‘EAS am. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service .6:30 p in. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) Wednesday 6 30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday .6 30 p m Youth Fellowship Sunday 6:00 p in 1030 a m 891 -0576 Lakeside Bruce X. Stewart. Senior Pastor .Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children’s Pastor Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and l-«2nd Avenue C 0 M M U I I 1 ! CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) 7240 6N1h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 f" M-.-T, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Nursery &. children s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www Cammuntfy Carnpui fui Afooifig and Seitna THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living VTord Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a m (Jr Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 St. Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Syjnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service &00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sundag School 9:30 AM All Services iave a Nursenj available Barrier Free www iserv net/’stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Zielur __________ Office Z'iX PJZZ__________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Pormetee Momng //onhc> •/acte <-se Manrg Wcwrvp Sunday Schoa (Jr -*gr. & AdUh) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr Hign - Sun Everng Jr rtgh - Grodei M. Wed Evenng 930 om 1100 a m 9 45 a m IlflOdJn 600-800 pm 6 00-7 30 p m Ret fee /.achmau Church O*hce Phone - 795-9266 •whitneyville” Bible Church 8546 WMneyvte Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody n somebody. and Jeuis n Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunda/ School 9 30 a m Sanaa/ Mornng Wonhip 10 X am Meeting at chapel on '<vr»meyr/”e Ave Scraay E >enrg /tccynp 6 00 p m. Alec ’Aaweefc P»oyer & Study 700 pm Aeo$.’e wr,*neyWeooeag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 1.2002 Page 5 Look back to 2001, contd. from pg. 3 eration, but neighbors don’t find the ordinances strong enough. A noise ordinance in Thornapple Township didn’t satisfy many residents either. The weather was espe­ cially present during 2001 with a tornado uprooting trees and damaging Sam McKeown’s home. The same storm did damage in other areas of Yankee Springs and Thornapple townships. Another storm in October caused more wind damage, but significantly less than in other parts of the county. The area celebrated well with the Winterfest in Feb­ ruary bringing out the brave or perhaps fool hardy for the Polar Dip. Memorial Day was a little quieter this year without the Civil War era cannons but no less heartfelt. Nikki Schiedel was named Miss MiddlevilleBarry County and opened Heritage Day in September. The high school band strut­ ted its stuff in brand new uniforms al the Heritage Day parade. The annual parade spon­ Eagle Scout candidate Joe Wangerow installed benches along the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail with the help of volunteers. Joint planning outreach to the community took place in Middleville and Thornapple Township. sored by the Lions Club was full of floats, music and Santa and Mrs. Claus sported new clothes due to the [Jons club and the downtown businesses that Roger and Marilyn Timmerman were among the many who retired this past year. from oil of M contributed. Local organizations spread their wings over the year. The Village Players romped through “Til Death Do us Part” in February, celebrated their anniversary in the fall and selected the Arcade Theatre for its Vin­ tage Village. The Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services expanded its blood drive to the Yankee Springs fire barn. Blood drives now al­ ternate between the Thor­ napple Township Hall and the YS fire barn every other month. The Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, un­ der the impetus of Mid­ dleville representative Cheryl Peters, continues to try to bring a focus to the Middleville-Freeport area. The Thornapplc Heritage Association worked with the township and village to pro­ vide an historical back­ ground of the area for the new master plan being re­ searched. The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation hon­ ored Bill McKeown, who managed to make more than 150 people his friends at the dinner in his honor. The student council at Thornapple Kellogg High School reached out to the Barry County Resource Net­ work effort to start a Big Brothers and Big Sisters or­ ganization in a big way. The $5,000 donation made by the group to the matching fund effort was the largest donation received. Notable residents in­ cluded Nancy Goodin, who was honored for her efforts. When Tai Cooper retired from the lunchroom at Lee and designated Hula teacher there were a few tears. When Pastor Roger Tim­ merman retired from the Middleville Christian Re­ formed church the honoring went way beyond the parish door into the local restau­ rants and community. Ben iMcDuffce (after years of hard work and over­ coming controversy) re­ ceived his Eagle Scout award. Kandace Heinze and Heidi Porter received the Gold Award, Girl Scouting’s highest honor. Charitable giving was everywhere this year with Jump Rope for Heart bring­ ing in fitness and dollars at Lee and Page. Following Sept. 11, the schools, local businesses and individuals contributed to the many ef­ forts happening locally. This Christmas season saw donations of food, gifts and money for many local causes. Now the attention turns to 2(X)2. what wins and losses, accomplishments and chal­ lenges lie ahead? It was a year of all kinds of weather from heavy snow to heavy snow, a tornado and more high winds, torrential rains and even rainbows. SMITH-DIAMOND 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml ...and Happy Holidays. We look forward to serving you in 2002. Smith-Diamond Realtors' Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Kelson Mel Brenner Katie Cummiford Kay Cummiford Sharon Emerson Maryanne Hoeksma Heather Lake Debra Lampani Carrianne Lyke John McCleve 891-2222 891-2222 262-2021 291-3350 891-2222 891-7183 891-2222 262-8333 891-2222 891-7171 Mary Kay McCleve Ryan Ogle David Pratt Ron Richards Jennifer Russo Dave Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner Whitcomb Sam Wright Wendy Zandstra From left to right: Qreg, Laura, Beth, Tom Q MLS 891-7172 891-2222 877-4010 891-7176 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 SINCE !■» I 9 4 9 A We enjoyed serving you in 2001 We hope to serve all your needs in 2002, SwierengA EWE LE RS In the Caledonia P&W Village Centre 616-891-5750 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml January 1 2002 Look back to 2001, contd. from pg. 1 Fire and Emergency Services staff includes from left. Dan Erskine. Jerry Smith. Larry Barton, Mike Merbau, Steve Kosiara. former Fire Chief Butch Welton. Assistant Chief Brian Bennett, and former Fire Chief Cris Murphy Tony Astuccio, Director of Operations of Commonwealth Power, Scott Goodwin, President of American Energy Inc., and Jim Barnes, dam operator in Eaton Rapids stand in front of the rushing water flowing from the LaBarge Dam's spillway. dcr in January to face a whirlwind of issues and re­ sponsibilities in 2001. The Township Planning Commission met at least twice per month all year. The Township Board will meet the first and third Mon­ days beginning Jan. 2 to deal with increasing de­ mands. The board adopted its new 2002 budget Oct. 17. with expenditures of $974,847, more than the previous budget of $962,629 and less than the $1,008,000 in revenue estimated. A pay raise has been budgeted for public officials for the next year, even if not approved in 2002. Sala­ ries remain at previous lev­ els while a Compensation Commission reviews sala­ ries. Kim's Konsignment NOW OPEN! Exceptional Clothing at Exceptional Prices... FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Large Selection of Plus Sizes HOURS: Monday 10 am to 4 pm; Closed New Year's; Wednesday 10am-8 pm; Thursday Friday 10 am-6 pm Saturday 9:30 arn-4 pm 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J Caledonia, Ml 49316 • 891-2418 Zoning Officer Darrell Rotier resigned his position in June. Assessor Ed Van­ der Vries continued those du­ ties but then later also re­ signed, creating a position opening for a part-time con­ tractual assessor and for an ordinance enforcement offi­ cer. The Planning Commis­ sion began drafting a new zoning ordinance soon after completing the master plan in January after two years of work. The updated plan re­ flected several adjustments from the one initially intro­ duced. The most notable change was the commis­ sion's compromise to in­ clude a two-acre minimum in the Rural Preservation Zone, an adjustment down­ ward from 10 acres. The goal was to achieve rural preservation in creative ways other than an acreage minimum. The commission was faced with many changes in membership even as duties steadily increased. Planning Commissioner Dan Timmer left when his second term expired and he did not ask to be re-appointed, he was suc­ ceeded by Archie Warner, who was appointed May 16. Stan McLean resigned the commission in July, and Duane Gunnink stepped into his position in October. Planning Chairman Roger Keating also retired at the end of the year, after nearly 15 years of service. The top 14 sections of the zoning ordinance were pri­ oritized. Commissioners found the process to be lagging behind both their own expectations and that of the Township Board, and in July, consult­ ant Kenneth Dettloff was hired to help with the daunt­ ing task of revising the zon­ ing ordinance. Dettloff joined the commission Aug. 20. In mid-September, the Planning Commission rec- Continued next page Developer Gene Szpeinski presented his plans for . the Scotsmoor project at the Caledonia Planning Commission meeting August 6. JAWAIR'Y US IFHTHESS 1YI DHOTI Now is the time to join the ADULT EXERCISE CLASS Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00AM Or the ADULT DANCE CLASS Wednesday 7:30PM - 8:30PM (No experience necessary) At The Caledonia Planning Commission includes Wally Bujak, Duane Gunnink, Don Koopmans, Roger Keating, John Finkbeiner, Ric Parent and Archie Warner H Family Dentistry ■ H of Caledonia ■ Invites you to come in and meet... H Gary Scott, DDS M Accepting new patients East ihm (Just £#.sr of Al-37) I Nch’ evening hours • Wc welcome all ages MIDDLEVILLE. MI 49333 FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL |||M Cd// for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE I;:. Caledonia, Michigan I �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 1. 2002'Page 7 From previous page ommendcd the new highway commercial (HC) district portion of the zoning ordinance.(near the intersection of M-6 and M-37.) The board io mid-October adopted the HC portion of the zoning ordinance, and by December the rest was still to come. Local officials said it’s crucial to get a re-vamped zoning ordinance in opera­ tion. Both the Planning Commission and Township Board said the first drafts of the ordinance sections will not be perfect and would need to be amended, but be­ cause of the huge number of construction requests ex­ pected, a temporary ordi­ nance was better than none. However. pressure mounts to complete the ordi­ nance by the ending date of Dcttloffs contract in July. Dcttloff agreed to meet with the commission twice a month at no additional charge. Emergency services Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison. Marsha Humphrey re­ signed from the Village Council tn July. The local fire department was affected when Fire Chief Butch Welton took a partial retirement to contin­ ues only as a volunteer after 21 years as chief and 37 years with the department. He was replaced in April by Chris Murphyl. who was chosen from three internal job applications, but Mur­ phy's resignation was re­ ceived by the board in early October. Deputy Chief Brian Ben­ nett now is carrying those responsibilities, pending ap­ pointment of a permanent full-time chief. A full-time position was approved by the board Nov. 21, follow­ ing a Fire Commission rec­ ommendation. With more than 300 calls per year in Caledonia. 100 mote than the level set by the Fire Chiefs Association for a department to move to 24-hour coverage, the com­ munity is considering a fulltime fire department. The Caledonia Township Board authorized purchase of advanced rescue equip- (dilh appAxcialion foA youA biiAutsAA in 2001, £qa1 UiiAhnA fAam all of al Contempo Salon foA a ipuzA fillfid with ffoq. fr fioacQ Caledonia Village Centre 891-1093 Planning Commission Chairman Roger Keating is leaving his position af­ ter 15 years of service on the commission. ment. which was delivered in late December. Litigation Legal suits against the township seem to be on the increase. A suit was brought by Thornapple Developers LLC and by K & R Trucking over a request denied in April to create a new 46-acre planned mineral removal (PMR) district off 68th Street. The proposed area in the new PMR would supply a dense grade of dry com­ pact clay, suitable for a sub­ base for M-6. K & R Truck­ ing and Pit Owner Gordon Jousma said the clay was dense, like concrete, unlike some other clay soils. The property was adjacent to another PMR district, al­ ready being excavated by Jousma. Zoning Administrator Rotier said last winter there were six PMRs currently li­ censed. with 360 acres cur­ rently in operation. The pro­ posed expansion, if approved, would bring the to­ tal in Caledonia Township to around 420 acres. Residents asked relief from the effects of the PMRs including erosion, noise and speeding trucks delivering the materials. Trucks took several routes to the M-6 construction, first to the east near 44th Street, then later to a section east of M-37. K & R and Thornap­ ple Developers took the township to court, and in June won the right to mine clay and supply the M-6 project through Sept. 7. During the removal of materials, erosion occurred ATTENTIVE Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles Discounts for insunng both your Engineer Randy Wilcox and Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson have worked together this year on the new sewer and water districts in the township. during a rain July 21 and de­ stroyed a stream and pond owned by Linda and Henry Rosenbrock downstream. Measures were taken to pre­ vent further erosion and re­ cently it was reported reme­ diation had been completed to the satisfaction of the Rosenbrocks. In September. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said hauling had stopped, and K & R Trucking had sent a letter stating reclamation activity in the PMR had begun. A separate $2 million suit by Thornapple Developers against the township, sched­ uled to go to court Oct. 16. to allow the company to continue mining in the area Continued next page Thanking you for a successful 2001! One of the joys of the holiday season is remembering those who are important to us. 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Harrison said if more ma­ terials are needed for an­ other phase of construction, the legal action could be re­ activated. The action is still pending, and the township will defend its position to deny the mining permit. Some residents reported that around the time the M-6 construction began to the west of M-37, the same rare type of clay was "miracu­ lously discovered" on Steelcase property and was being hauled by K & R from that location to the M-6 project. In May, Supervisor Bryan Harrison listed several pend­ ing suits against the town­ ship, including Infinity Sign. Clearview Investments, ap­ peals to the Michigan Tax Tribunal involving utility as­ sessments and possibly an­ other suit by Norman Boercma over a home occupation issue. The board agreed to offer a settlement to Robert and Sharon Weaver, who were contesting part of their utili­ ties assessment. The offer would allow a one acre as­ sessment until the couple develops their property, when they would pay the per acreage assessment rate. A similar offer to Bykcrk Storage for an assessment based on 2.5 acres rather than the original assessment of 9.5 acres was approved by the board. The storage fa­ cility commitment was made prior to the township s plans to establish the sewer and water district. A change of use from storage would like­ wise mean assessing the property at the per acre rate. The Caledonia Township Board conducted closed sessions to settle a lawsuit over a rezoning request (Garden Grove) by Paul Garbow. In Mid-June. The board voted to accept a set­ tlement proposal for the de­ velopment. a multi-purpose residential and commercial development to rezone the 40-acrc parcel on 100th and M-37 to end a year-long dis­ pute. Another prolonged legal battle with Clearview In­ vestments over its request to rczonc a parcel from agri­ cultural to light industrial was not finalized until No­ vember. That parcel is lo­ cated east of M-37, south of the old railway and the l(X)th Street intersection. The dispute began during the new master plan process. A moratorium on rezoning was put in place, further de- A New Year... A New Home? “Your Caledonia Contact” WENDY ZANDSTRA REALTOR® 891-SOLD Smith-Diamond Main Office 891-2222 <SHappy ‘SUo&otays Q.win 7 laying a decision. Then the parcel was found by the commission to be unaccept­ able for the zoning re­ quested because it did not comply with the new master plan, and the decision was challenged in court. One of the considerations for the township master plan in not expanding develop­ ment to the south of 100th Street, was that no public sewer was planned for that area. Other projects were planned and prioritized in the northern area near M-6. The terms of the contract now require each of the buy­ ers within the projects be connected to sewer and wa­ ter at such time as the town­ ship extends utilities to that area. They are required to con­ nect to the special assess­ ment district at the devel­ oper's expense, though the systems will be property of the public sewer district. A request by Infinity Out­ doors, a nationally estab­ lished sign company, to in­ stall a sign at 6504 Broad­ moor was denied by the Caledonia Zoning Board of Appeals Jan. 18. In April, Harrison said the township had been involved in a lawsuit with Infinity, over the sign located at Caledonia Rental, which the township required be re­ moved. Harrison said subse­ quently that the state legisla­ ture passed an act saying you cannot take away a bill­ board without compensating for it. The first judgment was unsuccessful, in which the township was found to be bound by state law. He said that when the sign company saw the potential of losing the sign, they ne­ gotiated two other leases on either side of the property, so now "The township will be getting two new bill­ boards, even though the company won the lawsuit and intends to take that one down. "I instructed the attorneys to close down the case," he Qis at... ltW Seif Chevrolet Caledonia Ion Harkema Gordy Hess Nick Bravata. Clare Harkema Dave Burgess Pete Mulder Wayne Dragt Bob Montney Tim Harkema SEThanfes a g.’ieat yea/t. us be o£ sc/tuicc in 2OO2£ 632 E. Main St., Caledonia 891-2220 or 891-8104 said. The attorneys did as he asked, and time for appeal elapsed almost immediately. Roads Township roads were widened, expected to affect those and surrounding areas. Widening 68th Street from East Paris to M-37 began early this year by the Kent County Road Commission. Widening of M-37 was completed south past 68th Street. A separate fund for high­ ways was established by the Township Board in its 2002 budget, with $65,000 set aside. Money will need to be accumulated for more than one year. Recently an effort to lower speed limits on M-37 or even to get a traffic light at the 100th Street and M-37 intersection has been made through citizen petition drives and appeals to vari­ ous jurisdictions including M-DOT. W ater issues Storm water erosion and flooding issues have plagued township residents. Erosion from the Thor­ napple Development PMR off 60th Street and Egan damaged a pond down­ stream in a major rain event in July. It was reported re­ cently that the K &R Truck­ ing operation had restored the pond to the satisfaction of the property owners and the DEQ. Drainage problems have appeared regularly in con­ nection with new construc­ tion sites in the township. Shagbark residents (near 76th Street and Kraft) have been involved with a fouryear dispute with their de­ veloper over continuous flooding problems. Since October they have asked for township intervention. Some residents had already gone to state mediation. The option of withholding building permits was dis­ cussed. Finally the Town­ ship Board approved giving the building department su­ pervisor authority to get le­ gal counsel on the matter and act accordingly. Harri­ son was to be involved in any decisions made. Harrison said the resi­ dents had been wronged by the builders and said ulti­ mately the court system may still be the best option for the home owners to address their grievances. Drainage problems down­ stream from the construction in Jasonville Farms develop­ ment was noted several times. Dennis Brinks, repre­ senting Jasonville, disagreed with that assessment and blamed farming operations for 100 years prior to the construction of Jasonville. He said other lands to the south were contributing wa­ ter which comes through the development. Trustee Wally Bujak sug­ gested the situation should be fully assessed before giv­ ing permits to go ahead. Ultimately the source of the problem and solutions are expected to be settled by the DEQ. Meanwhile, the township is taking a proactive ap­ proach to mapping existing streams, wetlands and lakes w ithin its boundaries, which they hope will speed town­ ship planning by identifying the resources and making the information readily available. It would help identify areas in need of stormwater detention protec­ tions. The map will include overlays of various types of resources, with copies for the Township. Information would also be input into the Metro GIS system. The board approved an amount of $1,000 and Wet­ land Stewards, a non-profit organization will provide a matching grant to pay for the mapping costs to iden­ tify these water resources. The money will come from planning and consulting de­ partments of the budget. Some present at the meet­ ing seemed opposed to iden­ tifying such natural features. Trustee Bill Bravata said, "in so many cases good in­ tentions lead us down a path where soon someone is run­ ning around on your prop­ erty saying you can't do any­ thing within a few hundred feet of this little wet spot on your property. I have a prob­ lem with that." A regional stormwater planning meeting between local planning officials and decision makers was held Dec. 3 to discuss a draft stormwater ordinance being created across the county with the Drain Commis­ sioner's office. New water and sewer dis­ tricts were established in Caledonia Township after public hearings in January and March. Special assess­ ments based in part on acre­ age, were levied to provide security to borrow money, an option preferred by the township. Some objectors pursued legal recourse, and received settlements later in the year. Total cost of the water system was estimated at $7.8 million and for the sewer system, at $4.4 mil­ lion, but went higher than expected. Part of funding the utilities district depended upon including all the acre­ age to be served, but when contested portions were re­ moved from the district, the assessments amounted to less than estimated origi­ nally. Engineer Randy Wilcox said the township wanted to be ready for customer con­ nection by 2002. Pipeline construction began this year. Septic material continued to be collected underground in the rest of the township, a concern where dense settle­ ment occurs. Ninety-nine percent of home owners had private septic systems need­ ing routine pumping. Find­ ing a place to put this vol­ ume of septic and septagc material is the problem of sewage specialists. Options are land fills, in­ cineration or recycling. Re­ cycling seems to be the least costly option and actually produces a usable product at the end of the treatment process. The Wyoming Clean Wa­ ter Plant, a sewage treatment facility, processes 36 million gallons of untreated sludge a year, turning it into useful biosolid material which is safely recycled on farm fields of 60 area farmers, in­ cluding one in Caledonia. The plant also processes pri­ vate septage material brought by septic haulers. Development The Township Planning Commission Sept. 10 rec­ ommended preliminary ap­ proval of the Scotsmoor Planned Unit Development brought by Gene Szpeinski for a 76-unit project on 38.55 acres next to the schools accessed off John­ son Street. The project, just outside the village, is expected to have a tremendous impact. The school district is in fa­ vor of the development and a planned connection at the north end of Scotsmoor, to a drive that would extend through the school campus. Fifty-three buses are ex­ pected to enter the school campus twice a day. making a right turn from Johnson into the development, con­ tinue to the school buildings and then to exit out on Kraft Avenue to the west. Con­ cerns remain over school utility vehicles and multiple trips by Scotsmoor residents using the access to Johnson, and causing congestion for the double unaligncd corner. Coldwater Properties' re­ quest to rezone two parcels of agricultural land to me­ dium density residential (R2) use, with plans to build single family homes in site condo developments was ap­ proved by the Township Board in November. The plan, represented by Tom Garbow and owned by Robert Finkbeiner included a 20-acre parcel on 100th Street southwest of the high school, and a 40-acrc parcel on Duncan Lake Avenue. The 40-acrc parcel in­ cludes wetlands at the north. The plan for the parcel in­ clude 28 lots and eight acres of green space. Fifteen lots may lie possible on the 20acre piece. Under R-2 zoning, single family residences would be allowed on lots of less than one acre, where sewer is not likely to be installed for some time. Planning com­ missioners worried over the density in an area without public utilities and long term impacts of septic systems in concentration. Plans for a six-story Hil­ ton Garden Inn north of the M-6 Interchange was moved closer to construction. The Township Planning Com­ mission granted preliminary site plan approval, and in November the township rezoned the 4.1-acre parcel to the new HC zoning as part of the sector near the inter­ change. The location is south of 60th Street and east of Broadmoor. The hotel will have the features Hilton cus­ tomers have come to expect. The project represents a $11.5 million investment for Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 1. 2002 Page 9 From previous page the company. It would be the only Hilton in the area . In December, D & W Food Centers announced the store located in Caledonia for about 20 years may move across M-37 to the commercial area of Jason­ ville Farms. Though the new store would be smaller, the chain has been developing more efficient display and merchandising methods to offer as many options in less space and still accommodate an increased customer base. The D &. W floor space would be 30,000 square feet smaller than the existing 40,000 square feet it now occupies in the Caledonia Village Centre. Power towers Wireless communication towers sometimes have been resisted in the past, but a general use provider who asked to erect a tower in a light industrial area at the rear of DVK Construction on 68th Street was given ap­ proval by the Caledonia Township Planning Com­ mission March 5. The tower was not to exceed 199 feet, and the company agreed to provide space to at least four other service carriers. Caledonia Village and Township soon had more tower requests, which were met with mixed reactions. The Township Planning Commission in May turned down Nextel Communica­ tions’ request to build an­ other 150-foot communica­ tions tower to be located north off 68th Street, east of Egan Avenue on the north end of property owned by Thornapplc Developers LLC. A request by Voice Stream Wireless to mount cell phone antennae to the township owned water tower was approved by the Village Council May 14. The tower height would increase slightly to 175 feet, with an­ tennae modifications. Another request was made by American Tower Corporation June 4 for a proposed 250-foot tower on Kraft Avenue, north of 76th Street. The company was working with Verizon. Because signals from the tower travel in a straight line outward, so that co-locating signals never overlap, height was needed. Height would allow accommodation of many carriers. The self-sup­ porting tower could co-lo- Village President Daryl Penfold. cate up to five service pro­ viders. representatives said. The investment for a tower is rapidly recovered when several carriers are co­ located and space leased back to them. With three co­ locators, the tower is paid for within a year. With five, it takes only six months, of­ ficials were told. The township previously has approved communica­ tions towers which are capa­ ble of co-locating several service providers. They are located near Whitneyville Avenue and 68th Street, as well as near Patterson Ave­ nue and 68th Street. The township-owned water tower located within the vil­ lage is another option for co­ location of wireless commu­ nication antennae. Home business Home occupation busi­ nesses associated with ac­ cessory buildings have prompted periodic objec­ tions from neighboring resi­ dents. These uses sometimes change the character of the community and infringe on the rights of neighbors. This competes with other busi­ ness owners who must pay the added costs associated with housing their opera­ tions in areas zoned for those activities. Home busi­ nesses occupying out-build­ ings tend to expand to uses that add activities normally experienced in commercial and industrial areas. Township planning com­ missioners fear that big ac­ cessory buildings are actu­ ally big businesses waiting to happen. The home occu­ pation issue will be visited Consultant Kenneth Dettioff was hired in August to help facilitate the zoning ordinance being drafted by the Planning Commission. soon when the zoning ordi­ nance is revised. In mid January Permis­ sion was given to Angela and St act) Snyder to oper­ ate a dog boarding kennel on the east side of Cherry Val­ ley between 84th and 76th streets, recommended by the Planning Commission and later approved by the Town­ ship Board. A variance request for a larger accessory building has been made by Debra and Rick Kelch and may return next year. The couple has a craft business which uses space in a bam they would like to replace. The library A new Caledonia Library Building Advisory Commit­ tee was authorized by the Township Board this year. Committee members are conducting site location sur­ veys on potential library sites, checking the site crite­ ria based on the American Library Association (ALA) standards. It is investigating seven potential sites for a fu­ ture library at present. A separate fund is to be maintained and accumulated toward a new library build­ ing. The amount budgeted remains at $50,000. with a sizable fund accumulated over several years. The operational library budget, part of the general fund was expected to be $17,350. That budget was reduced to $15,159 for 2002. Alaska Hall The Little Lambs Pre­ school coop applied for a special use permit to operate in Alaska Hall, which was approved by the township board July 18. The parent operated coop­ erative is a non-profit or­ ganization. Members did a great deal of work preparing the interior of Alaska Hall to bring the Hall up to code. The preschool opened in late September within the hall. The group will have a lease use into the future. The hall will still be available for other community uses. Budgeting for mainte­ nance of the township owned building went up to $7,961from $5,550 budg­ eted previously, reflecting unanticipated repair costs made this year for a well, a furnace and electrical up­ grades, a relatively low amount reflecting donated labor for the repairs. Parks and Recreation The current year's town­ ship park budget was spent on Fitzsimmons Park in a matching plan with the county. A separate fund will be set aside for parks from now on. Money not spent in a given year will be carried over to the next. $25,000 was set aside for park lands and $15,000 in a parks fund. $45,000 for last year was budgeted. The tow nship board Nov. 21 approved the first step to­ ward paving the township portion of a proposed rail trail through the township, to use $42,500 in Commu­ nity Development Block Grant funds, available by the summer of 2002. The pool The Caledonia Township Board, the Village Council. the Caledonia Education As­ sociation (CEA), and the Caledonia School Board, w ere asked for funds to con­ duct a community survey to determine the need for a YMCA pool facility in the township. The Community United for Wellness with Aquatics (CUWA). represented by El­ len Wilder, has approached several public and private organizations to fund the study, to be conducted by the Winfield Group, which would cost $30,000. Wilder said the school had committed $10,000 and approval for an additional undetermined amount from the CEA was given. The vil­ lage approved spending $750 in October. The town­ ship has not yet agreed to contribute to the study. Labarge Dam Labarge Dam was re­ cently inducted into the Hy­ dro Hall of Fame in 2001 for its century-long history. It is still producing hydro-elec­ tric power, and contributing valuable benefits to the community, said owner Scott D. Goodwin of Ameri­ can Energy Inc. Goodwin came from California in De­ cember to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the facility on the Thornapple River near Caledonia. The surrounding land has been discussed as a possible township park location. Caledonia Village The Village of Caledonia adopted its new master plan Feb. 6 after spending about a year and a half of work. Trustee Marsha Hum­ phrey resigned her position at the end of July, with plans to move to Charleston. A member of the community for 25 years, Humphrey was appointed in September of 1999 to complete a previous trustee's unexpired term, and was elected in 2000 to fill the position until 2002. Steve Gilbert was ap­ pointed Sept. 10 to complete her term. Gilbert, a 43-year resident, does not intend to continue serving past the election date March 11. The current Village Coun­ cil positions remain unchal­ lenged to date, following the Nov. 27 deadline to file peti­ tions to run for office. Three incumbents plan to run in the 2002 non-partisan elec­ tion. including Daryl Pen­ fold for village president, a two-year term, and Chuck Audy and Arlene Oaks for two four-year seats on the council. James Bierlein. the only newcomer will run for the third four-year trustee’s po­ sition. Bierlein has lived about 15 years in the area, and about five or six years in the village. He is a small business owner. Village Clerk Aimee Brumleve's resignation ef­ fective Dec. 31 was reluc­ tantly accepted by the coun­ cil in mid-December. She has served in her position since August of 1999. Brumleve has been a vol­ unteer with Paws for a Cause and will now take a position as a presenter edu­ cating about the work done by the organization and the services performed by these dogs. Village Trunkline Sewer The village approved re­ placing the trunkline sewer from an area near Main Street north to the sewer treatment plant on Jan. 29, 2001. The project included wid­ ening a right of way parallel with Emmons Creek and in­ stalling a larger sewer line parallel to the old one. creat­ ing a greater downhill slope toward the sewer plant to augment the flow of the gravity sewer. Carrying sewage away at a more rapid rate is expected to help flow away from the aging sewer system in the village and prevent previously occurring backups. An ordinance to authorize the sale of bonds for the pro­ ject was approved at a spe­ cial meeting April 30. with a goal of putting the bonds up for sale by July 1. The bond sale was essentially a loan, which allowed the village to fund the project. The cost of the project was estimated at around $1.2 million and was started soon after June 1. All went as planned, and construction began this sum­ mer. The Village Trunkline sewer construction is now complete. Engineer Randy Wilcox reported Dec. 10. He said the project had stayed within initial estimates. Village streets The village took measures to make the corner of Dun­ can Lake Avenue and John­ son Street safer by authoriz­ ing stop signs at the corner in July. Caiedonia Village and Township have agreed to cooperatively purchase the drive next to Lakeside Cemetery for $5,000 to al­ low movement out of the cemetery. The township will pay $4,000. and the village will own the street, and will maintain it in the future. The property is owned by Tom Kaechle. A potential exists for connecting the street to the Caledonia Shopping Centre to the north. Efforts have continued by See look back to 2001, pg. 10 Clerk Aimee Brumleve will leave the Village Council at the end of 2001. �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 1. 2002 Caledonia continues journey of growth, change Present and future students were given the honor of “breaking ground" first for the new Caledonia High School. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia has been a community of change and growth for many years and this past year was no excep­ tion. In fact, this past year brought so much change and so much growth; it seemed January is Customer appreciation month!!!! l ake $5 off any chemical service All haircuts only $8 616-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Rd. Middleville, MI 49333 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY as if change was the only constant. Even if the change wasn’t always welcome, it was most often accepted. Uppermost in the minds of many as the major event of the year was the terrorist attack Sept. 11. Though New York, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. are points distant on the map, few citizens talked about anything else. Almost every­ one was influenced by the catastrophe in one way or another. But where does this tie in to the change of Caledonia as a whole? The events over the next few weeks and months seemed to draw a close community even closer. If any good came of those events it is that people were drawn together in ways they may not have been pre­ viously. It no longer mat­ tered as much whether you were a land or business owner, blue or white collar worker, with children, or without. It seemed everyone was working together hav­ ing fund-raisers, collecting donations and giving of themselves, their time and their money to help those victims. Business Not all the change and growth happened for far away reasons though. Much of it was locally based. Take a look, for instance, at the change in the business sec­ tor. Caledonia acquired Though the local fire department has seen many changes this year, they are still very much in the community, keeping citizens safe, and in some cases, cooler They are shown here at the Independence Day Celebration Parade many new businesses to add convenience to the area. You no longer have to drive to Grand Rapids for fitness, entertainment or accessibil­ ity to many services. D&W acquired a new store manager. Tim Koeze and along with him came a new line of products. D&W offered the community a chance to help their favorite school earn a percentage of the sales on the new “Presi­ dents Choice” store brand, an easy fund-raiser for our local schools. Nextell, Ronda Tire and Edward Jones are among the many new/expanded busi­ nesses to bring convenience to the area. The Glen Valley Retail Center changed its shape with an expansion adding room for the new home of Professional Pharmacy and space for Di’s Hallmark to reside. Kim’s Konsignment (see feature article this week) scooted in at the end of the year, right next door to Solid Impact Fitness. In addition, the Caledonia Village Center held its first Dale Earnhardt Memorial Cruise this past summer. The success of the event was evidenced by the lack of parking spots to be found. Entertainment The entertainment aspect of change saw the addition of Movie Outpost with a large array of movies, DVDs and music to the Glen Val­ ley Retail Mall. And even though 4 Star Video no longer occupies a full shop, it now offers the ease of grabbing a video when stop­ ping for gas at the Marathon station. If dining out is your idea of entertainment, fear not. change has happened there, too. Some of the changes in­ cluded Pagano’s moving to Raffaella’s with new part­ ners, leaving room for the See Caledonia growth, pg. 14 Looking back on 2001, from pg. 9 village officials to connect streets between separated ar­ eas of the village, by con­ necting South Rodgers Court in Glen Valley with 92nd or Lake Emmons Drive Pvt. A legal issue continues between S & H Real Estate and the Village, following the condemnation of Lake Emmons Drive Pvt. by the village. S & H's legal counsel is to be changed, postponing the matter until sometime in the new year. Village President Daryl Penfold said village negotiations with S & H Real Estate are still pending. The village offer was for $1, but the village will also pay the approximate $7,500 for legal fees and around $4,000 for an appraisal of the property connected with the effort. Another planned project to pave the road to the sewer treatment facility has run into a roadblock, literally, with a Consumers Energy pole in the way of the north half of the proposed en­ trance. To move the poles by village request would cost $30,000. However, the poles arc slated for replace­ ment at the time of the com­ pany’s moving a transformer substation. This could ac­ commodate the village plan at no cost in from one to three years. Officials were in favor of waiting to avoid the cost of moving the poles. Since nothing can be done until April 2002, there is time to look into other options. ( heap lawn mowers The arrangement Caledo­ nia Village made with sev­ eral local sheep owners to graze in a fenced area around sewer treatment fa­ cility in Caledonia has worked out well, it was re­ ported at the Nov. 12 meet­ ing. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said the Village of Caledonia saved some mow­ ing costs over the previous year by using the sheep to keep the grass down in the area. The arrangement was seen as a positive one, and the owners would like to try grazing more sheep in the area next year. fT ♦............. ? w V ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦♦ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ 616-891-1240 PARADIGM General Dentistry for Children & Adults HOMES, INC. - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. NITE1 .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson I Dean Priebe �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'January 1.2002/Page 11 Compromise offer made in home occupation issue by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board voted Dec. 19 to pro­ pose a legal settlement with Norman Boerema, who con­ tested the Planning Commis­ sion’s denial of a home oc­ cupation permit earlier this year to operate his landscap­ ing business from his home. The settlement would al­ low the home occupation with certain conditions. Neighbors had complained about rattling on the gravel road from Boercma’s equip­ ment being transported to and from the work sites elsewhere, so the hours of op­ eration were to be restricted to avoid undue noise distur­ bances. The ordinance specifics no operation can constitute a nuisance for the area. Boerema earlier had been granted a home occupation permit for his home office, but after he was found to be operating out of an acces­ sory building as well, he was asked to apply for a special use permit, which was denied. He contested the decision and a compro­ mise has been sought since. Boerema had complained in a cover letter that other people in the township are not being restricted and as a condition for settlement, he asked that the township im­ pose restrictions on these others as well. Conditions for home oc­ cupations and special uses are often somewhat custom­ ized to conditions unique to each case. Township Super­ visor Bryan Harrison said the complaints would be in­ vestigated. and if there are violations, such cases would be enforced and brought into compliance. A cover letter for the township proposal would state this, Harrison Freeport Library plans winter reading program Adults who arc looking for something to do with all their time after the holidays and perhaps afraid that this will be a long, boring winter can come to the Freeport District Library and signup for the "Make Winter BLARablc" adult winter reading program. The reading program will kick off Wednesday, Jan. 2. Similar to last year’s suc­ cessful program, each par­ ticipant is required to read or r- ..................... Saving on home insurance is “No Probkin.” • indrvdMil tundx^ .irv mv me nuney with Auto-CXvnets ln.Mir.wxv (hew hvne and nxdde Kw pnikvnen. Sftv .th wit listen to 10 books on tape in a tcn-wcck period. Every reader who reaches this goal will receive a special “Make Winter BEARablc” book bag. All books read must be checked out of the Freeport District Library. Again this year, there will be a drawing for persons who have completed the pro­ gram. Additional drawing tickets will be given for each extra book after the required 10. The grand prize will be a $25 gift certificate to Schuler’s Bookstore and there will be many other prizes. Last year’s reading pro­ gram had 53 participants, the majority of whom read the ten books. “Many people were sur­ prised that they actually met the goal and surpassed it. but an unexpected bonus was that they rediscovered the joy of reading, which is always the goal of the library.” a spokesperson commented. The program will end on March 9 and all prizes will be awarded at that time. Chamber focus meeting slated tuxx vvwh flexible jxmixiM .nxi "Xe Pn Wetn" chan env INSURANCE NEST BOS NICOLAI, President 497 Arlington St (M-37) RO Box 99 MxWteviile. Ml 49333 (*i*) Mi atoi *1*795 3101 ToH Fr«« (SOO) 70* 5101 Fox (*1*) 7951055 The Barry County Cham­ ber of Area Commerce is sponsoring a number focus group meetings around the county next month. One session will be held for the Delton-Hickory Corners-Prairieville areas at 8 a m. Wednesday, Jan. 9. at the Barry Township Hall. Another will be for the Mid­ dleville-Freeport-Way land areas at 1 p.m. Fnday. Jan. 11. at the Middle Villa on M-37 in Middleville. Items for discussion will include projects, an “AdoptA-Comer” program, ribbon cuttings, future meeting dates and netw orking. said. He said landscaping busi­ nesses are allowed as a home occupation use in the township. Home occupa­ tions have become high pro­ file of late, and changes in the zoning ordinance are an­ ticipated. Trustee Wally Bujak voiced reservations that neighbors who were in­ volved before the denial of the permit, but were not no­ tified of the impending deci­ sion, and were not repre­ sented atthe December meeting. He voted against the proposed settlement. PRESCHOOL KIDS FIRST Learning Place 2nd Semester Starting Jan. 22nd 3 Year Old Preschool - T, TH also 4 Year Old Preschool - M, W, f; 420 Misty Ridge Drive. Middleville. MI 49333 Child Care Center Zero to Twelve Years Old 795-9055 www kidsfirstlearmngplace c DIAMOND PROPANE, LLC 301 E. 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The township is checking its own best game plan with legal counsel before taking the next step, attempting to sidestep legal action from residents and developers in conflict. Residents of the develop­ ment (near 76th Street and Kraft) made their second re­ quest Wednesday, Dec. 19, after bring the matter to the board first on Nov. 21. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said the township had been withholding building permits in the interim, a lev­ erage tool, but one which might not be defensible. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox has been ne­ gotiating with other engi­ neers. Dennis Cole and Kyle Wilson. A meeting held Nov. 27 produced no con­ clusions. He said using the deten­ tion pond as a sediment ba­ sin with a larger outflow, or pumping the water out of the area would likely move the problem downstcam for someone else. A mobile home park located down­ stream complicates a solu­ tion. One idea to drain and direct the flow elsewhere was being considered with the drain commissioner. More topographical infor­ mation was needed and gathered by the survey crew working in the area in the two days prior to Dec. 19. The developer reportedly had hired an engineer to ad­ vise solutions to the prob­ lems. Design work at Fleis and Vandenbrink for the de­ veloper is not yet done. An earlier goal to resolve the matter by the end of the year was not for a specific date, Wilcox said, and could take as long as three months. The conclusion at the meeting was there was a problem, which everyone agreed should be solved, with a common goal to pro­ vide the proper repairs and not to push the problem downstream, Wilcox said. He said when results from the survey and the design work are complete, the engi­ neers would go on from there. Wilcox said, "As the engi­ neer, 1 guess I would like to think that we could use the building permits as lever­ age." though legal counsel would have to determine that, he said. At the very least the township might be able to say until a proper so­ lution is arrived at, they could be held, but he said he had never been in a position where that was used. Wilcox said the township was taking a proper role in its efforts to resolve the problems. Though there had been a meeting, no one had com­ municated with the residents until the December board meeting, while water contin­ ued to flood their basements from the recent snowfall. Lynn Demann reported this at the December meet­ ing. She said she was wor­ ried, because discussion continues, but nothing has been done in four years. She said at meetings, the builder sounds "very above board, and tells you exactly what you want to hear." She said an investor who had laid the cement, had come to look at her base­ ment and noted there was water five inches below ground level. He had been told the problems were caused by the township drain problems, and not the way the development was laid out, she said. No one wants to take responsibility, and the problems continue. She said she feared that without a schedule it will go on month after month. The neighborhood resi­ dents had obtained reports to document the situation, but Two area dairy farmers earn ‘Quality’ Award Two area dairy farms were month for meeting or among the 217 members of exceeding the company’s Prairie Farms, the dairy­ milk quality standards. The dairy producers in fanner owned cooperative based in Carlinville, III, that this area earning the Prairie will be recognized next Farms Quality Award arc Twin River Dairy, Larry Kupcrus and family, Freeport; and Olson’s Farm, Inc., Middleville. to no avail. They had gone to mediation. They had shown there was a code vio­ lation on grading, grounds for some action, but still nothing had been resched­ uled. let alone done about it. "Where do we go to do something about it?" she asked. She said the developer had put up some berms for remediation, but this had ac­ tually caused the water to back up, and made the flooding worse. He had put sump pumps in some of the other units, but they still have water in their base­ ments. Reportedly, the owner had initially hired a design­ ing firm. OM&M which pre­ pared the original plans, with whom he is now in liti­ gation. The homeowners had been advised by legal coun­ sel who had dealt with the same builder, won a lawsuit but never collected a thing. The builder had "walked away, claimed bankruptcy and went on under a differ­ ent name." The attorney ad­ vised they would get better results by going to state me­ diation. "So that's what we've done." Some residents had gone to state mediation because of an 18-month statute of limitations, and because they had lived in the condo development that long. Asked what she wanted the township to do, Demann pleaded "Be more of a watchdog. Don't take him at face value. We are so frus­ trated with all the lip serv­ ice, and please don't issue those permits. We have got to do something to push him to the wall to get this re­ solved. We have been wait­ ing long enough." Sandy Homestandard, a Shagbark resident reminded the board, Dennis Cole had told the board in November if the developer continues to build holes, problems for the existing residents will only increase. I would think that would give you the right to protect us"and not let this man continue building and subject the residents to more trauma." She said the cement con­ tractor said if water contin­ ues to come in from under­ neath. the cement in her basement will be raised up. Demann was worried what effect a normal winter snowfall would have. Some board members sought a temporary remedy, which would be as much work as the right permanent solution. Wilcox said, and might not be effective. "It’s best to come up with the right thing to do. not the cheapest. We might try to get the water down if we lay a new pipe. But we need to know what will happen downstream.” he said. Dennis Cole, engineer hired by the Shagbark resi­ dents also reported at the November meeting. Cole is engineer for Alpine, Plainfield. Kent and Courtland townships and is familiar with the role of the township in such problems. He said the residents need the help of the township to resolve these issues. Cole predicted more peo­ ple moving in also would in­ crease the problem and make it worse for existing residents, which Wilcox re­ peated in December In November, Cole said the township could intervene by withholding building and occupancy permits to pressure the developer to do something. Cole said other townships were using this measure effectively. However, Trustee Bill Bravata had, in the interim since November, investi­ gated the legal grounds for the township to withhold permits. He said he was told at the state level the town­ ship can't withhold building permits. Bravata said potential so­ lutions to these flooding problems could be very complex, and the township could not just assume what the best remedy would be without a complete evalua­ tion. He said a very compre­ hensive program was needed to prevent water damage. He said what neighbors do with their landscaping can change the effect on the groundwa­ ter. He said remediation usu­ ally boils down to the integ­ rity of the developer. He said "we need to check with legal counsel, and find out what we can do without exposing the township to a lawsuit by this gentleman who probably wouldn’t hesi­ tate to sue us for costing him money. He said hi.s research made him think "we don't have a fool to stand on." Larry Stauffer thought the code violation would justify withholding permits. Rich­ ard Robertson wanted to see if it would be possible to re­ voke a site plan not imple­ mented. These issues will probably be settled by the attorneys. Harrison said this month the question remained, what was to be done, and who pays? He said the developer would try to hold someone else responsible. Ultimately the judge determines who pays, he said. He questioned if all par­ ties had met their responsi­ bilities in the process so far, and asked if it was responsi­ ble for the township to issue building permits when there was an obvious problem? He said the township must implement the law, what ever that was found to be. Last month it was deter­ mined there are many agen­ cies, including township site plan review, overseeing de­ sign and building plans, and proper monitoring of con­ struction is the intention of all these requirements. Al­ though the township and all the reviews by diverse agen- Continued next page Thank you for a Great Year! We look forward to serving you in 2002 from all of us Thanks for a great year. Let us be of service in 2002. 'P1OWOL Russ & Mark Tillage ^/uto SETT/N THE PACE 500 Arlington Street (M-37) • Middleville 795-3550 “Neighborly Hometown Service” 401 Broadway • Middleville • 616-795-3232 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 1. 2002/Page 13 Commentary: Looking back, forward, both at the same time by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Elsewhere in today’s Sun and News, stories about look­ ing back over the past year are printed. I might not have chosen what you consider the most important story but I try to select a range of stories. This year is a different one for me. It is hard to believe the year ending yesterday, Dec. 31, started on Jan. 1, 2001. In someway it ended at 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday. Sept. 11, and an entirely different year started a few minutes later. I want to share some of my thoughts with you. It was my privilege this year to write articles about some truly incredible people. And then Sept. 11 happened. I don’t know about you but wtfat I wanted to do was call my husband, Michael, at work and have him come home, pick up our daughter Elena at school and go home, crawl into bed and cry. What I did. was my job. I took photos, notes and tried to believe that what I was doing was important. Every day since then I have continued to move forward, and do my job. 1 do have the best job in the whole world. I believe that community journalism is a high calling and that planning commission meetings, board meetings, school activities and every day happenings arc essential to a connected world. When I first began writing for a paper I read a book by the publisher of a weekly paper who wrote, “the reporter covers events for those who are not there.*’ These arc the words I have tried to live and write by. Sometimes I get discouraged when people tell me, “There is too much about Caledonia in the paper. You don’t really care about Middleville.” News happens and sometimes the more important news items are from Cale­ donia. There have been several papers which have had Mid­ dleville-only front pages because the most important news happened that week in Middleville. I work hard to find not just the most obvious of events, but some of the lesser known. I really hope that those of you who read the article • fastings <£itv jBanfc PART-TIME DATA CENTER CLERK Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a part-time data center clerk to join our team at our Data Center located in Middleville. In this position, the incumbent performs proof, comput­ er, balancing and miscellaneous functions. The incum­ bent must be flexible in working hours and be able to work independently. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City bank 150 VV. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 EOE/M-F — about Bill McKeown being honored by the Thomapple Area Enrichment Foundation felt my sense of loss when he died. I had just met this incredible person and suddenly he was gone. Then I wrote an article about a scholarship in honor of Terrie Yoder and discovered an incredible woman I wish I had met while she was still alive. Her family and friends still miss her. Whenever I take a break from the normal routine of deadlines, driving, events and meetings, I have a chance to reflect on what is important. I know that some of you have made resolutions for the new year — to lose weight, be kinder to others; read more: become more active or whatever suits your situa­ tion. I have a few suggestions: Attend a meeting in which you have no vested interest. Learn how your local government works. Meet the ordi­ nary people who are making the best decisions they can in your community. Don’t complain, listen and get involved. There are many meetings I attend where I may be the only member of the public present. Don t take access for granted, be present as decisions are considered and made. Cherish those in your life who make a difference. Per­ haps you have a neighbor who watches your children, shovels your walk while you are at work or shares home baked goodies. Make a difference yourself. Volunteer for.your church or for an organization you admire. Read a good book and tell someone. Share your ideas. If we would all do our best reflections of a year past will be much different on Dec. 31, 2002. than they are today. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place pour ad today. From previous page cies intend to prevent such problems, none are fully ac­ countable if a problem de­ velops. Township officials are often not equipped to in­ terpret such technical details and cannot guarantee every­ thing will work perfectly. Whether the plan was faulty or whether the devel­ oper failed to construct ac­ cording to a properly ap­ proved plan had not been determined so far. Liability ultimately falls on the designer of the storm­ water system. Wilcox said, though there is a gray area of overlapping responsibil­ ity. Finally a motion was made to give the building department supervisor authority to get legal coun­ sel on the matter and act ac­ cordingly. Harrison was to be involved in any decisions made. Harrison said the resi­ dents had been wronged, and they would have to bring a legal suit if that was their only recourse, and en­ couraged them to do so. He said the court could award legal costs to the homeown­ ers. Ultimately, the court system may still be the best option for the__homeowners _______ to deal with their grievances. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 7, 2001. at 7:00 p.m.. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia wiH hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village HaH 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan concerning the appli­ cation of PAL Company LLC to rezone the following desenbed lands from C-2 General Business and R R Rural Residential to HC-Highway Commercial The lands are commonly described as approximately 5320 68th Street 6851 Broadmoor Avenue and 6871 Broadmoor Avenue and are legally desenbed as follows 5320 68th Street—THAT PART OF N 165 FT OF E 1/2 NE 1 4 LYING WLY OF CL OF STL M37*SEC7 T5N R10W 6851 Broadmoor Avenue—PART NE 14 COM 990 FT W & 165 FT S OF NE COR OF SEC TH S PAR WITH E SEC LINE 330 FT TH E PAR WITH N SEC LINE 283 FT ML TO CL OF STL M37 TH NWLY ALONG SO CL 379 FT ML TO A PT 165 FT S FROM N SEC LINE TH W PAR WITH N SEC LINE 109 FT ML TO BEG’SEC 7 T5N R10W 6871 Broadmoor Avenue- THAT PART OF S 66 FT OF N 561 FT OF E 12 NE 1 4 LYING WLY OF CL OF BROADMOOR AVE ALSO S 330 FT OF N 495 FT OF E 12 NE 1 4 EX E 990 FT*SEC 7 T5N R10W A copy of the proposed rezonmg is on file and may be examined at the o^ces of the Ca edonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan during Townstvp nours. AH interested persons may attend the pubfic heanng and comment upon the proposed rezoning Wntten comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubbe heanng Dated December 11. 2001 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 309 MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. January 2. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabilities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the December 19, 2001. Board of Trustees Meeting B. Correspondence Not Requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Ordinance - Second Reading - ‘Check Violation Ordinance - Checks Drawn Without Sufficient Funds or on a Closed Account (Criminal).' B. Ordinance - Second Reading - ‘Check Violation Ordinance - Collection of Expenses Relating to the Handling and Enforcement of Dishonored Checks.’ C. Resolution - A Resolution to Set the Cost Recovery Fees for Enforcement of Dishonored Checks. 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Report and Recommendations From the ‘Local Officers Compensation Commission ’ B. Motion - Extension of Services by Ed VanderVries (for January. 2002). 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 310 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT. MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY CIVEN that on January 7. 2002 at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the application of Dennis Hiemstra for a special land use for an accessory building for use as a horse barn and indoor arena for the riding of horses, on a parcel of land of about ten acres in area, located approximately 8700 Whitneyville Court and legally described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4, Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at a point on the East section line which is 447.8 feet South of the East 1/4 comer of said section, thence continuing South along the East section line 437 feet; thence South 89939’04" West 1005 feet; thence North 0-33’13” West 437 feet; thence North 89939’04” East 1005 feet to the point of beginning, and also an easement, 66 feet in width, for ingress to and egress from Whitneyville Avenue, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and make com­ ments relating to the proposed special use permit. Written comments may be submitted to the Township Office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public heanng. Dated: December 20, 2001 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 306 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. MFJanuary 1, 2002 Caledonia experiences growth, from pg. 10 new restaurant Rosita’s. McArthur’s also moved into the area. Theseand others make up a wide variety of food and convenience styles for anyone to choose from. Another aspect of change in local entertainment oc­ curred when Steve Vander Ark was hired as the director of the Caledonia Commu­ nity Players. Vander Ark was hired to offer a “consis­ tent force” to the Players. Schools Change is an expected oc­ currence in almost any school, but this past year seemed to bring an over­ abundance of it to the Cale­ donia School District. The top story seemed to be the groundbreaking of the new Caledonia High School. The mild fall weather helped to get phase I of the project off to a timely start. The 18-mill levy was re­ newed for the district during the election in June. If it had not been passed, S8 million would have had to be de­ ducted from the annual state aid per pupil foundation grant received to operate the schools. Newcomers to the school board as of the June election included Dennis Atkinson and William Harrison. It was with sadness and regret that other changes oc­ curred. The deaths of retired teacher (and Independence Day Parade organizer) Ken­ neth Stanek and longtime bus driver Cathy Tefelsky saddened the community. The retirement or resigna­ tion of quite a few "fixtures” around the school scene were not unexpected, but they are missed. Mike Pintek. Noel Johnson, Barb Rose. Richard Overmire and Shirley Timmer were among those retiring. Representatives from Caledonia State Bank and American Legion Post #305 present a check to the Salvation Army. This was just a portion that was raised by the Caledonia community for victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Have a Printing Need? Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers oh •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News f •Maple Valley News \ Marshall Community Advisor Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (616) 945-9554 Fax (616) 945-5192 e-mail us at:: j-ad s«‘voyager, net The school district saw quite a few retirements and resignations this past year Among those retiring from the Caledonia School system included (front row. from left) Leta Bailard. Barb Rose. Rich Overmire, (back, from left) Noel Johnson. Mick Vaughn and Mike Pintek Some of the growth and change of the school tran­ spired through recognition. Some of the accomplish­ ments and recognition in­ cluded: • The eighth grade choir, under the direction of Nancy TenElshof, came back from the District Choral Festival in March with perfect rat­ ings in all categories. •The Golden Apple Award was presented to both Dutton and Caledonia Elementaries. • DECA students went to state finals, with four stu­ dents continuing onto the national level. • The high school orches­ tra received straight l’s in the state competition in April. • Several FFA students competed at the state and national levels this past year. Three CHS students have re­ cently been honored with top scholastic awards. Eliza­ beth Martin and Lydia Vanderlaan (recent Sun and News article) along with Amanda Martin (see feature article in this week’s addi­ tion) have brought attention to CHS with their hard work and scholastic achievements. And to top it off, Sargeant Adam Ayriss, a 1997 CHS graduate, was named Marine of the year for Marine Air support Squadron (Squadron 6 and Marine Air Control Group 48). Library The library and the ele­ mentary schools art program have teamed up to showcase artwork by area students. Parents are sent a letter to invite them and family members to see the work while on display. “Because of that we’ve signed up new families for library cards," said Heiss. The Caledonia Branch also will benefit directly from a new KDL Director. Martha Smart. It is felt that her strong leadership skills will help complete the dis­ tricts strategic plan. Other firsts and accom­ plishments of the library in­ clude: • The first time teaming up with a local business for a fund-raiser. The library held its first Scholastic book sale earlier this year. • With the rest ot the dis trict. they launched the Alli­ ance of Friends Cookbook sale to help pay for author visits for the system. Author visits are well attended by many around the area. Continued next page Jane Heiss, head librarian of the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library, and her staff have seen many changes this past year. One was offering patrons the first Scholastic Book Fair at the library. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'January 1. 2002/Page 15 The heat at the CHS Band picnic couldn't stop these students from coming to wish band director Tom Peck a fond farewell. From previous page • Formed their summer Farmer’s Market as a fund­ raiser. • Participated in the schools’ Bake Sale and Craft Fair for the first time. • And last, but not least, the Caledonia Branch was included in the districts’ centralization of the phone system and participation with WAN (Wide Area Net­ work). This helps patrons with convenience and acces­ sibility. Community miscellaneous Other changes and news that happened around the community but don’t necessarily fit into a sub­ heading include: • The opening of a short stretch of the South Beltline. • The beginning of the fu­ ture expansion of Holy Fam­ ily Catholic Church. • Record numbers gave blood at the September Caledonia Blood drive, headed by Jim and Linda Hillenof Alto. • Mother Nature even de­ cided to start changing the expected weather patterns (what else, it’s Michigan) Every Tonka lover s dream. Phase I of the new Caledonia High School is on schedule as of this time. this year with 100-year level flooding in May. Unsea­ sonably hot weather in August caused heat exhaus­ tion for many especially the animals and fair followers at the Kent County fair. To top it off, almost no snow until the week of Christmas made for interesting arguments. Were you on the side of kids, snowmobiler's and ski­ ers who desperately wanted snow ? Or did you side with the road crew and people having to drive? Even the staff at your lo­ cal Sun and News wasn’t exempt from change. A sad farewell was bid to Jim Jen­ son. sports editor, when he passed away of diabetic complications earlier this year. Ruth Zachary, decided to remain on staff in the po­ litical arena, but cut back her hours to pursue other in­ terests. That left two very large pair of shoes to fill. Matt Cowell filled the sports editor position. And the lo­ cal features and school arti­ cles arc now being covered by yours truly — wishing you the happiest New Year ahead of you! TK schools win Visit local libraries over holidays Governor’s Cup Thornapplc Kellogg is one of 78 Michigan high schools that have been named as winners of the Governor’s Cup for aca­ demic performance. Each of the 78 schools won the cup for having the largest number of Michigan Merit Award winners in their respective athletic con­ ferences, 72 in all in the state. Gov. John Engler was quoted as saying, “We rec­ ognize those schools who win on the field and in the gymnasium. So it only makes sense to shine a spot­ light on those schools whose students are champions in the classroom.” Thornapplc Kellogg’s 166 Michigan Merit Award win­ ners was tops in the O-K Blue Conference. Having the most in the OK Gold Conference, of which Caledonia is a mem­ ber. was South Christian, which had 146. “These schools represent the best of the best in Michi­ gan.” Engler said. “It’s a pleasure to honor each and every one of them, from ad­ ministrators and teachers to the students themselves and their parents.” Particularly noted in each of the four class sizes were the four state champions, Ann Arbor Pioneer in A, 344 Merit Awards; East Grand Rapids in B. 177; Saginaw Nouvel Catholic in C, 100, and Muskegon ( atholic Central in D, 46. Therefore, TK High School was only 11 Merit Award winners away from winning the Governor's Cup state championship in Class B. Governor’s Cup trophies will be presented to the state champions and conference winners at special award ceremonies scheduled for sometime in February. Levi J. Christoffersen GRAND RAPIDS - Levi J. Christoffersen, age 91, formerly of Grand Rapids, went to be with our Lord, Sunday. Dec 23. 2001. Mr. Christoffersen was a former service manager for Dermody Trucking Com­ pany. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma L. Christoffersen and two bro­ thers. Ortis and Raymond. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Surviving are two daugh­ ters, Deanna and Bill Mervau. Barb and Gary Gray; five grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother. Rus­ sell (Irene) Christoffersen: two sisters-m-law. Arlene Christoffersen and Helen Luegge and several nieces and nephew s Funeral services and com­ mittal was held Thursday. Dec. 27. 2001 m the funeral home chapel. Memorials to Holland Home Hospice will be appreciated Arrangements were made by Ofield Funeral Home. Grand Rapids by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Today, Tuesday. Jan. 1 is New Year's Day. and fami­ lies across the area are wak­ ing up, making new resolu­ tions and readers of the Sun and News are probably won­ dering what to do during the rest of the winter. Some time will be spent on toys, returning clothing that doesn’t fit and visiting. But what to do for the rest of the time is a dilemma facing many families. Budgets are a little tight, but sometimes families have to get out of the cold and snow. The Caledonia Public, Freeport District and Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community libraries have lots of answers. All the libraries have craft books to keep children occu­ pied. If the snow falls (and even if it doesn’t), there are books of games and activi­ ties for outdoors and in. And, of course, you can find books All have lists of books to whet the reading appetite. Book lists are available everywhere, from book­ stores to libraries to online. The Rich List of Books has a special significance for families in the Thornapple Kellogg School District. This list, compiled and re­ vised by McFall Elementary School Principal Bill Rich, has a listing of books chil­ dren love to read or have read to them. The list is available at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library or at the McFall school office once school resumes. The latest edition includes favor­ ites. fairy tales both familiar and fractured, stories about the “Big. Bad Wolf” under­ water tales, insects, pets, holidays, bedtime stories and even Zero the Hero’s fa­ vorite counting books. For adults the list pro­ vided at NPR.org at the Sci­ ence Friday site offers 28 pages of great science books for adults and a few for chil­ dren. The most recent list in­ cludes “The Universe in a Nutshell” by Stephen Hawk­ ing with illustrations; Sue Hubbell’s “Shrinking the Cat: Genetic Engineering Before We Knew about Genes” and “Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!” by Richard Feynman. The complete list includes titles like “Honey, Mud, Maggots and other Medical Marvels” about folk reme­ dies and old wives tales or “Corpse: Nature, Forensics and the Struggle to Pinpoint Time of Death” for those fascinated by the television to 8 p.m.. and Thursday-Sat­ program CSI. urday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m There are books on this Call 891-1502 for informa­ list for mathematicians, tion. Call the Freeport Library thinkers and the science cu­ at 765-5181 for information rious. Each of the area libraries about its hours. The Thornapplc Kellogg . have book lists for those who like romances, myster­ School and Community hours resumes its school ies, westerns, crafts and year hours on Thursday, Jan. much more. Remember it doesn’t cost 3. The library is open from anything and libraries are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mon great places to visit and stay day, Wednesday and Friday and from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. awhile. The Caledonia Library is on Tuesday and Thursday. 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Tjic Caledonia Library The survey, called. “A Building Advisory Commit­ tee is investigating seven Checklist of Library Build­ potential sites for a future li­ ing Design Considerations” brary, says Treasurer Pat by William Sannwald and Snyder, who represents the published by the ALA, is Township Board on the Li­ being used. Another part of the brary Committee. Committee members are evaluation includes complet­ conducting site location sur­ ing a community scan, a veys on potential library work sheet form from a sites, checking the site crite­ manual, and "Planning for ria based on American Li­ Results, through the Public brary Association (ALA) Library Transformation standards, with some mem­ Process," another publica­ bers yet to complete theirs. tion of the ALA. This proc­ There will be a report when ess identifies the needs of the community and how a li­ these arc finished. Snyder reported last brary can meet those needs. She said the ALA has Wednesday night that ( heryl Garrison fromthe years of expertise in creating Kent District Library shared effective community librar­ statistics on current and fu­ ies, assessing community ture needs for a new build­ needs, and has done a lot of groundwork, a valuable re­ ing. A call was made to librar­ source available to local ian Jane Heiss, also on the communities. Trustee Wally Bujak had committee, for more infor­ mation. She said the site se­ asked for verification of the lection survey is a 52-qucs- status on the Community tion survey to be completed Education school property, on each site. Each commit­ proposed at one time for a tee member of the Building library site. Heiss said she Site Committee, a sub-com­ had called Business Admin­ mittee of the Library Build­ istrator Judi Dean to check ing Advisory Committee, on the status of that offer. completes the survey inde­ She said Dean had said the pendently. The factors arc site was still an option. The school site was in­ weighted according to a cluded in the site survey process. She said the com­ mittee is still open to other suggestions from the com­ munity. which would also be evaluated. She said each site would be compared objec­ tively. based on the criteria, and there was no way as yet to determine if any site was ideal. Heiss said the process is quite complex. Plat maps are needed, and the costs in­ volved for gathering the in­ formation are not known. Findings are incomplete, and may not be completed for a month or two. The next meeting will be Jan. 8 at the Caledonia Li­ brary. From left, Noah Pipe. Matthew Rogers. Kylie Frahm and Olivia Bestrom enjoy a friendly “fireside” chat. First art show held for Little Lambs preschoolers Middleville Plan Commission to meet Jan. 9 by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer We’ll be able to say. "We knew them when." That is when they become famous artists able to ask for the big The next meeting of the bucks for their artwork. Village of Middleville Plan­ Right now they can only ning Commission will be on ask for a hug and kiss or a Wednesday, Jan. 9. at 7 p.m. bit of appreciative applause. in the Village Hall. The Planning Commis­ “They” are the students at sion usually meets on the Little Lambs Preschool. first Tuesday of each month, Having relocated not too but since the first Tuesday long ago. Little Lambs of January. 2002 is New opened its doors for a peck Years Day. the meeting has at what the kids have been been rescheduled. doing since their move. To show off their new space, the preschoolers (with some assistance by staff members) held their first ever art show. The budding artists show­ cased their artwork all over the walls of the school and even over the “fireplace” built by a staff member. The school has been hold­ ing class sessions in the Caledonia Christian Re­ formed Church for the past six years. They were thank­ ful for the space but it was time to relocate to a more permanent home. That **Your One Stop Water Store** ✓ Water Softeners Iron and Odor Filters Years k Experience Drinking Water Systems Serving All Makes &L Models Noah Pipe is proud to show off his watercolor stained glass window. home’ is now located in the Alaska Township Hall, on the corner of Thornapple River Drive and 68th Street in Alto. Having been in close quarters before, the students (not to mention the caregiv­ ers) appear to be enjoying the larger space they ac­ quired with the move. “It’s a perfect spot for us. Kylie Frahm is a little shy but enjoys showing the snowman she created for the Little Lambs Pre­ school Art Show. It’s working out really well,” said President Dawn Frahm. "We love it here." Little Ijimbs Preschool is currently forming a new class, which will be a Mon­ day and Wednesday after­ noon session for 4-ycar-olds and/or young 5s. Anyone in­ terested in the new class or other services offered by Little Lambs is encouraged to call 554-3350. DURACUBE SALT 50-Lbs. 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St. Johns (67-8) and Romeo (70-8). The Trojans met Grand Rapids North­ view in the final match of the day. and the Wildcats pievailed 34-25 to win the tournament with a 4-0 mark. After Thursday's contest at Byron Center, TK travels TK’s Josh Bowerman turns his Northview opponent upside down on the way to a major decision. TK grad VanElst shines for GVSU track teams by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Call it a boomerang ef­ fect. The more Jason VanElst throws, the more accolades come flying back at him. VanElst, a MiddlevillcTK grad and a senior physi­ cal education major at Grand Valley State Univer­ sity, is a three-lime AllAmerican thrower for the Laker track teams. Recently, he added Aca­ demic All-American and Most Valuable team mem­ ber honors to his growing list of achievements. “Jason is one of the most decorated athletes in (GVSU) history.” said Laker head track coach Jerry Bal­ tes. “He’s a super person and a joy to work with, a hard worker, and a great stu­ dent." VanElst has achieved AllAmerican status twice in the indoor 35-pound weight throw and once in the out­ door hammer throw. He holds GVSU school indoor records in the weight (61-6) and shot put (55-7), and out­ door records in the hammer (189-4-1/4), shot-put (55-5) and discus (169-4-1/2). He also carries a 3.38 GPA overall, a sign of his work ethic both on and off the field. “Bottom line, he works his tail off.” Baltes said. “He sets his goals very high, and he’ll contend for conference championships in all his events, and maybe for some tPhanfz national titles as well.” VanElst is beginning his last two seasons of Laker track. The winter indoor sea­ son begins in earnest in January, culminating with the GLIAC conference championships Feb. 23-24 and the national champion­ ships Mar. 9-10 in Boston. Two weeks later, the spring outdoor season begins, with conference and national championships in May. But even after the seasons end. Coach Baltes hopes to keep VanElst at GVSU for a while longer, this time in a coaching capacity. “He’s a great leader, one who leads by example,” Bal­ tes said. "He’s going to be a good coach someday.” LJau ... We extend to you our best uishes and our sincere thanks for allotting us to be of service to you tTt during the past year. f (7 M Sniders Caledonia Village Centre V TK’s Josh Tobias kicks back against Romeo to Hastings on Saturday, Jan. 5 for the LH Lamb Tournament. Along with Hastings and TK, fellow Barry County powers Delton and Lakewood will be among the other schools competing. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week For Sun & News ACWAds! �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 1. 2002 Caledonia eagers miss opportunities vs. Ionia The Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball team’s 6549 loss to Ionia on Dec. 27 was a study in missed op­ portunities. The Fighting Scots com­ mitted 21 turnovers and missed 16 lay-ups, several of those uncontcsted, in the first round of the Kentwood Invitational. “Those arc mental break­ downs,” said Caledonia coach Todd Tolsma. “We came into this season with­ out a lot of game experience as a team, and it’s showing. “We need to learn to fight through the tough times, in­ stead of hanging our heads.” Caledonia hung with Ionia throughout the first half, but the Scots allowed an open three at the buzzer, pushing a four-point deficit to seven at the break, and turning momentum decid­ edly in favor of the Bull­ dogs. By the end of the third quarter, the Ionia lead was Members of the state champion Middleville girts’ cross-country team rode on a float in the Christmas parade. Caledonia’s Travis Slot (23). 13 and the game was in hand. The Scots did outrebound the bigger Bulldogs and controlled their top three scorers, but Ionia got solid bench contributions and was good enough to take ad van- HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING STANDINGS SE Boys Division SE Girls Division Wayland X4-6; Lowell 74Lowell 78-12; Wayland Union 70 1/2-19 1/2; Thorn- 16; Thornapplc Kellogg 40apple Kellogg 52 1/2-37 1/2; 50; Fast Kentwood 31-59; Forest Hills Central 30 1/2- Forest Hills Central 26-64; 59 1/2; Caledonia 21 1/2-68 Caledonia 15-75. 1/2; East Kentwood 17-73. tage of Caledonia’s miscues. “Ionia is the best team we’ve faced all year,” Tolsma said. “When you get opportunities to beat a good team, you have to take them.” Travis Slot scored 20 points and Nick Slot scored 12 for Caledonia. No other Scot scored more than four. Caledonia (3-2, 2-1 in the O-K Gold) moved on to play a quick East Kentwood team on Saturday night. Results of that game were not avail­ able by press time. The Scots return to conference play on Jan. 11, when they host Wayland at 7 p.m. 2001 was excellent year for Caledonia, Middleville The year 2001 in sports for Middleville and Caledo­ nia was so outstanding that it seemed individuals and teams were spending almost as much time being recog­ nized as they were perform- ing. Perhaps never before have so many local teams, coaches and athletes been honored for their accom­ plishments. And perhaps never have so many in Cale­ donia and Middleville been so highly honored in state­ wide arenas and beyond. Leading the way in the winners’ circle were cross country, wrestling, golf and football. Cross country took the cake because of the Mid­ dleville girls and boys and Caledonia girls and boys. All four teams earned con­ ference championships. Coach Tammy Benja­ min’s Middleville girls’ cross country outfit earned its third consecutive Divi­ sion II state championship on Nov. 3 at Michigan Inter­ national Speedway near Brooklyn. Even more im­ pressive was that the Tro­ jans didn't have the usual solid performances from their two biggest guns, sen­ ior Melissa Quiscnberry and Continued next page THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. Tim Ross of Caledonia ran virtually alone as the state champion in the state Division II cross­ country meet. He also won state titles in track, in the 1600-meter and 3200meter runs. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com Thank you for coming to Gavin Chevrolet Buick Pontiac, Inc. for the past 19 years. We appreciate all of our customers: past, present and future. Thank you for your very generous donations to Toys for Kids. Because of you, over 500 gifts have been distributed to needy families in Caledonia, Middleville & Hastings area. Thank you for remembering the reason for this joy­ ous holiday season. Al people of all faiths celebrate this time of year, and give thanks for their blessings. ftaue a » **■ Bkfl * Chevrolet ■ PI' Bu'ck * Pontiac C § M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middfevdls 795-3318 891-8151 Front row Ed. Denns. Deanna. Mace Bad row Doug. Jarrne. Stade. Ent. Edd» Ford. Warren. Missing Dan ED'S BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street at Kinsley one block off Main St tn Downtown Caledonia (616) 891-0150 • Fax (616) 891 0466 Office Open Monday-Fnday 8 to 5; Other Hours By Appt We want to be your PRC’ shop - working with the PROS since 1969. Ed Pawloski �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 1. 2002'Page 19 Automotive 1992 CHEVY LUMINA VAN: $1,900. Many miles but looks & runs great. (616)795-7938 1993 THUNDERBIRD LX: like new inside and out, loaded, including electronic climate control. Dependable and economical, 3.8 liter fuel injected V-6, new tires, new' alternator, new batterv, 128,000 miles, $3,000. Will consider trade for plow. (616)623-6569_____________ 2000 BUICK REGAL LS: leather seats, CD & tape. White, sharp, warranty, $11,900. (989)235-4872 week­ days after 5pm or anytime weekends. Middleville’s swim club returned for a season competing against other high school girls’ teams. From previous page sophomore Jessica Stortz, yet still managed to take it all because of the perform­ ances of the other three scor­ ers in the meet. Quisenberry suffered an injury about two-third into the race and dropped back from her usual place among the lop three and Stortz gut­ ted it out to finish despite suffering a back injury ear­ lier that week. Quiz and Stortz had finished 1-2 in the regional meet a week earlier. But the magnificent ef­ forts of freshmen Kaleigh Page and Natalie Hoag and senior Christine Dood car­ ried the day for Middleville once again, proving that cross-country is not an indi­ vidual, but a team sport. On the same day, Tim Ross of Caledonia closed his brilliant career in cross country with the individual state championship and by took fourth in state Division earning All-America honors II meet, and teammate Bret by placing fifth in the Foot Vernon (215) was sixth. Football had its share of Locker national meet in glory, too. as Middleville Florida earlier this month. Ross also claimed state ti­ qualified for the post-season tles in the 1600- and 3200- playoffs. The Trojans made meter runs in track during it as far as the third round before losing to East Lans­ the spring. The Fighting Scot girls’ ing. Track also brought more team, led by junior Becca Busficld and sophomore Tri­ than a few other individuals cia Miedema, sneaked up on into the winners’ circle. Ex­ the rest of the O K Gold amples included the Mid­ Conference to win the dleville girls’ 3200-meter re­ league championship. lay with Stortz. Elise NyThe Middleville boys also land. Quisenberry and Jen won the Blue championship Vcrkcrke, third; Quisenberry and junior ace Tim Brog sixth in the open 1600- and took top individual honors 3200-meter runs. for the second year in a row One more figure in Barry while also qualifying for the County athletics was hon­ state Division II meet for the ored, but it was posthu­ second time in the last three mously. Sports editor Jim years. Jensen’s shocking death at But wrestling also had its age 34 brought an outpour­ share of heroes. Topping the ing of caring and kind words list was Middleville’s Josh from the communities he Bowerman (103 lbs.) who covered for six years. F-150 1991: 5.0L V-8, 35,000 miles, towing package, bed liner. No rust, runs great, $9,000. 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Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings (fie 616.945.9105 &SBa" OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 3:30 ■ 1:00 Sophomores win CHS clothing drive contest The sophomore ciass of Caledonia High School “beat the pants off’ the rest of the student body, and you can bet those pants were do­ nated to CHS Student Coun­ cil’s Second Annual Cloth­ ing Drive. According to Dawn Rcigler, a student council advi­ sor. the clothing drive ran for one month. Nov. 19 through Dec. 19. This was a grade level competition with an ice cream celebration awarded to the winning class. Points were based on the item donated: Coats, shoes and boots earned 10 points: pants, sweats and sweaters earned 6: tops, shirts and pa­ jamas each gained 3 and socks, gloves and hats ap­ propriated 1 point. If a donated item didn’t fall under these categories, then points were awarded by the student council committee. It seems the juniors and freshman took the competi­ tion pretty seriously socking away approximately 1.700 points each. The seniors topped that by sweating out more than 2,100 points. But. as mentioned earlier, the sophomore class beat the pants off them all by walking away with 3,308 points. The sophomores will be treated From left, Lindsay Stoetzel. a senior, and Ryan Dykhouse. sophomore, helpJanme Wilson, sophomore and committee chairperson, with sorting the clothing. to their ice cream celebra­ tion after they return from the holiday break. Clothes were dropped off to barrels (marked by grade level) in the high school or student service offices. So much clothing was donated that “In the Image" made five trips out to CHS to pick it up. “I believe In the Image’ is a clearing site for other donation centers.” said Reiglcr. (Which is why the Stu­ dent Council chose to work with them for this year). “They were very helpful. They provided the barrels and came to pick up the clothing whenever we called them." Janine Wilson, a sopho­ more. was the chairperson, heading the clothing drive committee. “She did a won­ derful job.” stated Reigler. “You could see the dedica­ tion she had for (the pro­ ject).” Regardless, whichever class won the competition, the real winners arc the men. women and children who will be receiving the warm clothing donated by CHS students and their families. Gingerbread house tradition continues at Lee Elementary Students at Lee Elemen­ tary School recently made gingerbread houses to cele­ brate the holiday season. The classrooms were filled with the smell of gra­ ham crackers, frosting and bowls and bowls of candy. Several parent volunteers were present to help the stu­ dents make this annual tradi­ tion a successful event. Some high school foods class students helped chil­ dren at Page Elementary with special cookie and gin­ gerbread house creations. Girl Scouts in Troop 769 spent their meeting on Dec. 20 working on houses, with some girls eating the ingre­ dients and others creating bams filled with animals. TK PTO to meet Jan. 8 The Thornapple Kellogg PTO will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8,in the allpurpose room at Page Ele­ mentary School. The meeting is open to parents of students in grades K-8. For more information about PTO activities, con­ tact the individual schools. Girl Scouts from Troop 769 made gingerbread houses as part of the celebration of the holidays. Keagan Scofield (on left) and Kylee LaCombe created special buildings. Kylee’s stable included candy horses. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-01-08.pdf 199b8fbc0b41a1d2a8ea4a4bd0dfc59f PDF Text Text w ar . and Neu) 1 I Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131th year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 2/January 8, 2002 CHS senior earns ROTC scholarship worth $150,000 by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer What better way to start off the New Year than to know that you are headed toward a bright future? That’s exactly what’s happening to Caledonia High School senior Amanda Martin, as she recently won a “full ride” scholarship to the college of her choice via the Navy ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps). Martin was the top pick from Michigan to receive a $150,000 scholarship that includes tuition to the col­ lege of her choice, books and a $200 per month sti­ pend. Don’t look at that “full nde” as an easy one though. She will have to continue with the hard work and dedi­ cation she has already shown throughout her high school career. The requirements she had to meet for the scholarship are tough. Those even hop­ ing to measure up to the NROTC standards must pass a rigorous physical fitness test, their grade point aver­ age must be 3.8 or higher, they must be active in com­ munity service, show leader­ ship ability and have a mini­ mum of 27 on the ACT. Martin scored 29 on the ACT (30 being a perfect score), plus she scored a perfect 99 (the highest score possible) on the ASVAB (Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery Test). three daughters of Michael and Lavonda Martin of Alto. She spends her free time helping with basketball camps and tutoring. She also helps to run dirt bike races and has been a counselor at dirt bike camps. Not only did Martin shine in her physical and mental abilities, she also had to pass Her love of sports shows in an interview with com­ through her hobbies. She en­ manding officer Major Wil­ joys basketball, softball, dirt liam Bowers, whose recom­ biking, lifting weights and mendation the scholarship reading. was based on. Martin is on the delayed entry program. Once she graduates from the college of her choice (“most likely the University of Michigan,” she says), she will then have to go through officer candi­ date school and complete the training program to be­ by Ruth Zachary come an officer of the Staff Writer United States Navy Marines An accident at 100th (Second Lieutenant). Her cadaemic major field of Street and M-37 last Nov. 9 served as impetus for Lindy study is undecided at this Crandell and Mary Rieth of time. “She is an outstanding in­ Caledonia to start a cam­ dividual,” said Gunnery Ser­ paign to slow traffic speed in that area along M-37. geant Ronald S. Olsen. Crandell said she was one He is also quick to com­ pliment Martin’s parents. “It of several to have been in­ takes a lot for parents to let volved in a traffic accident their children look at the along M-37. She was south armed forces. I commend bound, and turning east on her parents for putting their 100th Street, when she was struck from behind at full trust in me.” Martin is the middle of speed. Rieth also had been Amanda Martin, shown here with Staff Sergeant John E. Taylor (left) and Gun­ nery Sergeant Ronald S. Olsen, is the top pick from Michigan for the NROTC scholarship. Martin scored a perfect 99 on the ASVAB military test. Residents petition for light at M-37,100th tail-ended in an earlier acci­ dent entering a commercial area along the highway. Crandell said in Novem­ ber, she believed her acci­ dent was in part due to the 50 mile per hour speed limit through the commercial area along the highway. "There is just not enough gap in the traffic," she said, suggesting that turn lanes and a boulevard would help. She said traffic has in­ creased substantially in the past year. "I don't know of another Snow continues into new year of snow fell between Dec. 23 and Dec. 30 in the Hast­ ings area. Depending on where you lived, there was more or maybe a little less snow. Since then there have been sunny days and pre­ dicted overnight snow show­ ers and flurries. Some resi­ dents have been morose about the snow while others have delighted in winter rec­ reation. Some bicyclists didn’t let the snowy roads keep them from their weekly exercise. They were out on their bicy­ cles on Robertson Road complete with head lights and mittens. Children have had time to play in the snow while schools were closed. Some are still hoping for that elu­ sive “snow day.” Roads were a little icy and slow with a few late buses on Jan. 3, 2002. More snow is on the way. The ski clubs at Thornapple Kellogg middle and high Just some of the snow which buried the area is seen on the Stagecoach Park Ga- schools can't wait for their first meetings on the slopes. , zebo. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer What’s a little snow? Not much until it begins to add up to inches and feet. Residents of Barry County have had the oppor­ tunity to find out since Sun­ day, Dec. 23, when the snow began. There was sun­ shine New Year’s Day, but night fall found the area blanketed in ice fog. According to the National Weather Service 37.5 inches community in West Michi­ gan that has a 50 mile per hour speed limit through a main section of its town." She maintained that there is more business on M-37 than on Main Street. Citizens Nick Unger and Fred Fleischmann began or­ ganizing a petition drive in December for a new traffic signal and left turn lane im­ provements at the corner. Fleischmann, said traffic records from the Kent County Sheriffs Department indicate at least 19 accidents at the intersection. He said northbound traffic speeds through the intersection av­ erage far above the 55 mph sped limit, and the speed limit between 100th and 84th streets is 50 mph. Caledonia school bus drivers and local businesses along M-37 have joined the effort and also are circulat­ ing petitions. Fleischmann reported at a Township Board meeting that during peak traffic times school bus drivers have experienced consider­ able delays attempting to cross M-37 at 100th Street. Many east bound buses turn right at Main and M-37 and then turn left onto 100th Street to avoid crossing both lanes of traffic on the state highway. There are no left or right turn lanes at the intersection. Likely to increase problems at the corner is the planned development southeast of the 100th/M-37 crossing. Caledonia Schools, Vil­ lage and Township have ar­ ranged for paving of a north­ ern section of the rail-trail between 100th and 84th streets. Fleischmann, who has been active for years on acquisition of park land and completing the Paul Henry Thornappl Trail, said the configuration of the inter­ section was a barrier to fur­ ther construction of the trail south of 100th. For safety reasons, a trail south of 100th cannot occur until a light and crosswalks are in­ stalled. Fleischmann said Kent County Road Commission officials had expressed an interest in closing off the di­ agonal section of Kinsey be­ tween 100th and M-37, to use the land for a parking area for trail users. Fleischmann said an ease­ ment for the right of way on See light at M-37, pg. 9 In This Issue Teen gets prison term for drunk driving death Check violation ordinance adopted in Caledonia Twp. Pay raises recommended for Caledonia Twp. Board TK to honor Lehman’s 500th with reception on Thursday �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 8, 2002 Teen gets prison term for drunk driving death by Shelly Suker Staff Writer While a 19-year-old Mid­ dleville teen begins a threeyear prison sentence for causing the death of his girl­ friend in a drunk driving crash Sept. 7, Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill will be trying to de­ termine who provided the alcohol. “If we are able to secure the information as to who provided the alcohol, we will hold that person fully accountable,” said McNeill after Nicholas Isaac Bont was sentenced Thursday in Barry County Circuit Court. “At this point, we have a name to begin an investiga­ tion and if that investigation leads to a case we’re able to prosecute, it’ll be our intent to have this person also be sentenced to prison. This person should also be ac­ countable for the death of Sarah Wiese.” McNeill obtained a name Thursday in open court when Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher pressed Bont for the identity of the alcohol supplier. Bont provided the name of an adult Middleville man. “He should be in here to­ day, too,” said Fisher. “If this person were to voluntarily come forward and cooperate, it would al­ low for favorable considera­ tion in whether or not to prosecute the individual,” McNeill said Friday, noting that the investigation has been turned over to the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment’s Detective Bureau to determine where and how the alcohol was purchased. The person responsible could be charged with a 10year felony if convicted of selling or furnishing alcohol to a person under 21 and the act leads to the death of an­ other. Bont was driving a car at 3:50 a.m. Sept. 7 on Kiser Road with 18-year-old Sarah Wiese in the passenger’s seat when the vehicle drifted off the west side of the road and struck a tree. “I would trade my life to bring her back,” said Sarah Wiese’s father, John Wiese. “I loved Sarah. To the peo­ ple who knew her, she was an extraordinary person.” Wiese told the court that he has been forced to accept the loss of his daughter whom he described as creafive, challenging and gifted. Sarah’s mother, Susan Brown, read a letter which she wrote to her daughter af­ ter her death. “I’ll never hold the grand­ children you would have given me,” she said. “I feel the fear and the pain you felt while you lay in the dark, on the ground. Who knows how long you were really there. I think of the last breaths you Nicholas Isaac Bont is escorted out of court in Hast­ ings Thursday after being sentenced to three years in prison on his conviction of drunk driving causing the death of his girlfriend, Sarah Wiese, Sept. 7 in Yankee Springs Township. breathed at the hospital. I’m thankful I had you in my life. Love, Mom.” According to Bont’s attor­ ney, William Doherty, Bont has also suffered the loss of Wiese because they were “inseparable prior to this ac­ cident.” “I think Sarah and Nick loved and relied on each other,” said Doherty. “They Another birthday has come and gone. You knew what your chronological age is...but do you know what your body’s age is? everyone who is killed by a drunk driver. Fisher said he could not be lenient with Bont simply because he is young, foolish and didn't mean to do it. “You’ve done something horrible and you have to take responsibility for it.” said Fisher. “You’ve robbed her of the rest of her life be­ cause of your irresponsibil­ ity” Fisher imagined himself in the position of Wiese's parents, saying that “as a fa­ ther of a teen myself, it's a worst nightmare. I don't know how I'd feel if you had taken away from me what you've taken away from them.” Fisher ordered Bont to spend a minimum of three to a maximum of 15 years in prison and to pay a total of $19,539 in restitution. Deputies reported that Bont admitted to having seven or eight drinks in the hours leading up to the crash. Where the alcohol felt lost in this world, they involved themselves in alco­ hol. They both came from broken homes. They bonded.” Doherty said Bont broke down and cried the first time A woman and two chil­ they met. dren were injured Wednes­ “He’s very sorry for what day, Dec. 26, when the vehi­ he did,” said Doherty. “He has suffered a loss, too. He cle they were in on Solomon Road near Barnum Road in has exhibited his loss and Irving Township moved to his responsibility for what he did and he knows he’s avoid an oncoming snow plow and left the roadway, going to be punished.” according to the Michigan Doherty noted that though Bont has prior alcohol re­ State Police. Troopers said Michelle lated offenses, the crash was Webster, 27, of Middleville, the first which involved was driving north on Solo­ driving under the influence. “He has a great deal of mon Road at 10:47 a.m. when she drifted to the right. potential,” said Doherty. After passing the south­ “We’re very concerned about the impact prison bound snow plow truck, Webster’s vehicle crossed would have on him when he the center line and rolled comes back into society. Please consider a year in over on an embankment. jail.” Bont, who told the court he has no memory of the crash, was treated at Pen­ nock Hospital for a broken collar bone while Wiese died of internal injuries dur­ Deputies are investigating ing emergency surgery at Borgess Medical Center in the Dec. 20 theft of two safes from inside the Gun Kalamazoo after being extri­ Lake Amoco Station in Yan­ cated from the wreckage by Thornapple Township kee Springs Township. One safe belongs to the Emergency Services. Police later learned that gas station while the other Bont had a .17 percent blood belongs to the Gun Lake alcohol content the morning McDonald’s restaurant also of the crash. The legal limit for adults is .10 while peo­ ple under the age of 21 are not permitted to have blood alcohol content higher than .00. “Sarah really loved me,” said Bont to the court. “I A 21-year-old Caledonia never meant to hurt her. I man was taken to Spectrum have a problem with alco­ Hospital in Grand Rapids hol. I’d like to say to her Monday, Dec. 24, when the parents I’m sorry from the snowmobile he was riding bottom of my heart. I’ll do struck a rock on a private what it takes to get better’.” trail in Irving Township, ac­ He added that, “No pun­ cording to the Michigan ishment you could give me State Police. today would equal the pain Matthew Allen Ayriss of losing her. I loved her was wearing a helmet when with all my heart.” he was thrown from the ve­ But the judge reminded hicle, which was thrown into Bont that the matter is not a tree after hitting the rock just about him. but about that had been obscured by was consumed, however, re­ mains a mystery since inves­ tigators were unable to ob­ tain that information, ac­ cording to McNeill. And. deputies found a carton of beer in the rear seat of the car. with seven full cans left inside. A nearly empty, open can of beer was found on the ground next to the passenger side door of the car and an­ other can. which was partly full but had exploded during the crash, was on the pas­ senger floor board, police reported. Bont pleaded guilty Nov. 15 to one count of operating a motor vehicle causing death, a charge that carries a maximum possible penalty of 15 years in prison. One count of homicide with a motor vehicle and one count of being a minor in possession of alcohol by consumption was dismissed in exchange for Bont's guilty plea. Car swerves to avoid snow plow, 3 injured “The road surface is dirt and gravel and was covered with snow and ice,” troopers said. “The loss of control occurred at a steep, downhill grade.” Webster, who was wear­ ing a seat belt, was taken to Pennock Hospital by Thor­ napple Township Emer­ gency Services where she was treated and released. Al­ cohol was not a factor and she was issued a verbal warning by police. Passengers Lauren Web­ ster, 6, and Macenzie Web­ ster, 8, also were taken to Pennock Hospital, where they were treated and re­ leased. Safes stolen from Amoco, McDonald’s at Gun Lake fixed, your biological age may be years older - or younger - depending on a combination of factors' Find out on January 22. at " 00pm at Seif What is The ActualAge of Yout Body? Chiropractic. 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Caledonia man injured in snowmobile accident snow. The accident occurred on private property cast of Har­ ris Creek Road near Parmalec Road. Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 8, 2002/Page 3 TK preparing for MEAP tests by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students in the fourth, fifth, seventh and eighth grades in the Thornapple Kellogg School district al­ ready are preparing for this year’s round of Michigan Education Assessment Pro­ gram tests scheduled to be­ gin Monday. Jan. 28. There is a very tight test- ing window, with the sched­ uled end date set for Feb. 15. Snow days can make finishing the testing cycle difficult. Fourth-graders will face a new math test and a reading test based on previous ex­ ams. Fifth-graders will be tested in science with a new exam. They also will be tested in social studies and writing based on the previ­ ously given tests. Seventh-graders are tested in reading and writing. These are also “old tests.” Eightn-graders face new tests in math and science and the “old” social studies tests. Because of the economic downturn and tight budgets. In My Opinion: We must pay attention to how county spends Pay now and pay later. That’s what’s going to happen if the Barry County Board of Commissioners approves the purchase of 6.75 acres in the city of Hastings to build a new health department facility and to renovate an old church to make room for the Commission on Aging. I discussed late last year the Board of Commissioners’ plans to purchase land which has an old church building on it in the city of Hastings for over one-half million dol­ lars. The County Board plans to renovate the old church building for the COA and to build a new health department building on the site. Since then, there has been some dis­ cussion on the need for a Hastings COA facility. A few citizens questioned throughout the county felt the COA should use locations around the county rather than forcing seniors to drive to Hastings to participate in their programs. If you look around Barry County, there are many locations the taxpayers already fund, both public and private. If the county is going to keep its costs of doing business down, which will mean reduced or lower taxes for taxpayers, it’s important it make the right decisions now, for it will affect our financial futures. The former Peace Community Church is an old building that was constructed at a time when building codes were not as stringent as they are today. To remodel and bring the church building up to code could cost the county taxpayers well over a million dol­ lars. some say upwards to two million. The Barry County Board of Commissioners has experience with old buildings. The board purchased the former Hastings Baptist Church building where the Courts and Law building now stands. Before the county finally decided to tear down that building, it put hundreds of thousands of dollars into renovations. If you were to discuss this project with many local contractors, they would tell you that taxpayers would be further ahead to just tear it down and start over, and that leads to my comment, “pay now and pay later.” The Barry County Commission on Aging docs not presently have the budget to build or operate the proposed facility. So where will the money come from? An increase in the special senior millage? It appears the Board of Commissioners is going to spend the money to purchase the land and renovate the church building for the COA from the fund balance. In last week’s Banner interview, Barry County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jeff MacKenzic stated that one reason the county is in good financial condition was that it “has been reluctant to expand its role into new areas, funds, new programs and new departments.’’ If the board is to follow that logic, then I don’t think it would be willing to embark on such a huge project with so many questions. It's up to Barry County taxpayers. These elected eight commissioners have the abil­ ity to spend millions of dollars for this project without our specific consent. They have formally optioned the property and hired a construction firm to evaluate the old church building. By the time they purchase the land, develop the property and build whatever buildings they plan to build, the taxpayers of Barry County could invest over $3 mil­ lion in this project. Mackenzie calls the issue of the total cost of the project “a work in progress.” This is serious business and all the taxpayers should be concerned. Since the beginning of 2001 and after Sept. 11, Michigan legislators have been cau­ tioning the state's citizens about a slowdown in our economy that has affected the state's budget. They have been discussing reductions in spending across the board for the new year. Barry County has no idea how the state's general budget planning will affect its budget in the new year. And yet commissioners are embarking on a huge building project that will reduce the county's fund balance to the lowest amount that they've seen in years. Mackenzie stated. “Many counties in Michigan are fearful of budget cuts and run­ ning deficits" This is not the type of climate most officials should want to undertake a major project like this. It's time to stand up and be counted. I believe there are other locations that would cost the taxpayers less. 1 don't think this Board of Commissioners has really done its homework on this project. I'm concerned that Barry County’s texpayers are going to spend more money than they realize and it will come back to cost them in the form of special millages and increased taxes. We should all be concerned about the cost of doing business in Barry County, because ultimately it’s us. the taxpayers, who are going to pay the bill. If you’re a Barry County taxpayer and concerned about your texes now and in the immediate future, contact your commissioners and let them know. They say they are acting on behalf of the citizens of Barry County. Make sure you let them know how you feel so they will be acting on “your behalf" and not following the desires of county departments looking for new facilities. These are important issues that need general discussion of all the taxpayers of Barry County. Don’t just sit back, watch and wonder what happened, you need to be a part of the decision process. The commissioners are Tom Wilkinson. First District. 945-9549; Jim French, Second District. 795-9783. Sandy James. Third District. 945-9402; Kenneth Neil, Fourth District, 945-5145; Jeff Mackenzie. Fifth District. (517) 852-9885; Clare Tnpp. Sixth District. (616) 672-7474; Tom Wing. Seventh District, 660-0498; and Wayne Adams, Eighth District. (616) 623-2457. - Fred Jacobs, Publisher this year's tests will have more multiple choice ques­ tions and fewer of the ex­ tended answer and essay type questions, which are more expensive to grade. The window for high school included retests at the 12th grade level in October and November. This spring, from April 22 through May 3, dual enrolled sophomores, all juniors and retests as needed for seniors will be given in math, reading, sci­ ence, social studies and writ­ ing. The math and science tests are new this year. Second-, third- and sixth­ graders do not take MEAP tests, but have taken the Terra Nova tests in the past. Results from the “old tests” given this winter are due by the end of May, with the newer results coming “later.” Results from the high school tests are due by the end of August, with the results from the new tests also scheduled to come later. The principals from the TK schools are working on strategies to help improve performance on the tests. McFall Principal Bill Rich says that at the kinder­ garten and first grade level, teachers are working to im­ prove reading readiness and math skills. McFall works with Lee second grade teachers and parents to help children perform at grade level. Students with difficul­ ties are recommended for summer school. At Lee students begin us­ ing MEAP preparation booklets, there is a tutoring program in place and stu­ dents having difficulties get extra help from teachers. 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Ml/January 8. 2002 Chamber pulls plug on Gun Lake Winterfest TK MEAP, continued from page 3 This last ensures that a slower reader will not be worried when a faster read­ ing classmate finishes much faster, especially when there is still lots of time remain­ ing. Work on improving MEAP scores is ongoing at the high school throughout the entire year. Course work has been aligned to make sure that students are pre­ pared for the test. Teachers are using strate­ gies n ail test areas to help students prepare for the tests. This includes practice writing, multiple choice and extended response type questions, and practice test sessions. Teachers and principals have information for parents on MEAP testing and ways to help students prepare. Parents with questions can call the schools for answers. The MEAPs have become “higher stakes’’ tests because of the merit scholarships students can receive. Stu­ dents are eligible for a Michigan Merit Award if they achieve a Level 1 (ex­ ceeded Michigan standards) or Level II (met Michigan standards” on the mathemat­ ics, reading, science and writing tests. Soon the scores of the social studies tests will be included for Merit Award eligibility. The Michigan Merit Award is a one time $2500 award to be used at a Michi­ gan Institution of higher learning or a $1,000 award if students attend approved institutions outside of Michigan. Schools are a little quieter during the testing periods. Except for make-up tests, teachers try not to test in the afternoon or on Fridays. Par­ ents are encouraged to be sure students get adequate sleep, eat a good breakfast and get to school on time, especially on test days. For more information about this year’s MEAP tests, contact the schools di­ rectly. The Gun Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has had to make the very diffi­ cult decision to cancel Win­ terfest. the annual celebra­ tion of winter. This event, which in the past had brought out snowmobilers. Polar Bear Dip­ pers. broomball players and more to the Yankee Springs area, had been changed from the last weekend in January to the first weekend in Feb­ ruary to see if better weather (colder and snowier) could be found. Sunday Sch<x>l............................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship .10:45 a.m Evening Praise 6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor C 0 M M I U I a place to belong I T 792-2889 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the worid~ Sunday Worship 9 30 a m and 6 <10 p m (Child & Adult) (Daring the School Year* Rer. R. Scott (irrenuay. Pastor Keith Sttdp, Youth Director Al Ttemeyer. Community Calling ChurchOffice (616> 891-1512 M-37 al 100th St CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vmei Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 a m. & 11 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service . .6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday ............. 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday................... 6:00 p.m. Meeting at the Crow Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell. Pastor Joe Optic. Worship Leader Denns Bounui. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 RAY TOWSSEM). Pwtfor SOR.MAS KXORK. Asnctolc Piu.x 891-8028 • e-mail leighton®iserv.net Visit our web site www brightside org Z' 9:30 1 Redeemer I AM Worship; Jk Covenant 11:00 AM Church Chr. Ed.; A Member of the Evangelical . Covenant Churches of America ' 6:00 PM Wed Family Night ‘ We are changed by God 's love!" Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School...................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class..................... 1100 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney vtllc Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 868-4)391 www lakesidccommunity org Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p m 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Wev. M i'9 H.ph.-n Chri Sound,. Ro-d WavUnd. Ml 49.U8 • Meeting wu, your friends, and sour family — right where you nr at - through: 708 W. Main Street . Morning Worship Service 10.00 a m. Sunday School.................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 tEIje ®(b UCime 4rEletI)obfst (Cljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.,.11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or ww w ,peacechurch.cc (font Cummruuty Campus fihrus/rg aid Sconce THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living WordSening The Risen Lord Sunday .Morning Worship 10:00 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: DvuokMux Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 a, wnrv. COMMUNITY *ntaplUn CMURCM 900am md 1030im 9 45 a m Church School. Sunday Praise Singing I0 50 a m Morning Worship 11 (X) a m Wed Fellowship 7 30 p m Pastor IJovd De Vanner. Sr Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor 's Ph 897 7407 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday SeryfceTimet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion llclxcl Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick & Paul Lutheran Churcb + (Missouri Synod) 84th and Kraft -- Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service £ 00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barrier Free www iserv net/~stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office g91-£6&? UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Relevant Messages Quality Ou id Care and Programs ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Jan. 13 - Sermon Title “A Response ro Water and Word" Worship Sen ice 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m (Jr. Chureh al 1100 only) Sunday School 9 45 im (Nursery and ChiM Care a*ailabie throughout the moramg Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office bl6-89l 8069 t Fa* 891-8o48 www catedoniaumc org Sunday School............................................... 9:45 j m. Sunday Morning Worship Service . 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................. 600 p in. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clubs..................................... 6:45 p.m. (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship ........................ 10:30 a.m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a.m Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor .Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE - Children's Pastor a place to become Pastor Paul M. Hillman 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northtvest of Gun Labe) M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 CHURCH Phone 891-9259 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE Leighton Church Commnnify of Christ Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. This year’s Chili Cookoff, however, will continue re­ gardless at O'NeiH's Restau­ rant on Saturday. Jan. 26. This is a fund-raiser for the Barry County Commission on Aging. The chamber hopes to plan other area-wide activi­ ties during the year. For more information about Gun Lake Area Chamber of Commerce activities call 792-4396. FIRST BAPTIST LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord The cost of insurance and the lack of volunteers has meant that it was harder for a small group of chamber members and their families to plan and staff the event. Last year more than 150 swimsuit clad jumpers braved the 33-degree Gun Lake waters. The Winterfest had been an annual event at Gun Lake for every year except one over the past two dozen years. It was called off once because of a lack of volun­ teers. Middleville - Parmelee Pormetee Momng Worship Middtevile Morning Wonhp Sunday School (Jr High 4 Adults) Nwsery • Grade 5 High - Sir. Jr High• Godes6-8 Wed Evenrg. 9 30 am 1100 am. 9 45 a m II00 am. 600-800pm 600-730pm Rev Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 //r. e Ave at 84th st • 891-866’ “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoa 930 am Sunday Momrg Workup 1030 am t^ee’rg at chapel on Whdneyvile Aye Sunday Evemg Wonhip 6 00 p m Wed Mgsweek Prayer 4 Ek>e Study 7 00 p m SJev TN/nas Suys. Pastor • Rev Kor Bashor Assoc Pastor Wet»re wnfmeyvieode org �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJanuary 8. 2002/Page 5 Interested Alumnus’ fills Class of ‘29 void by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Those who have looked at the display of class pictures in the front hall of Caledonia High School may have no­ ticed that the Class of 1929 was missing. But no more. Through a generous anonymous dona­ tion, that bare spot finally has been filled. According to Karen Brad­ ley, secretary for Caledonia schools’ administration, the donor, a Caledonia graduate himself, may have had a family member in the original picture. “He is adamant about remaining anonymous. He’d prefer to be known just as an ;intercsted alumnus’,” said Brad­ ley. “The donor was up to the school and noticed that year wasn’t represented. Having a picture of that year, he wanted to take care of it before it got lost,” Bradley explained. The donor went further than just giving the school system the historical picture. The other class pictures are in a different configuration than his original photograph. For most the earlier classes, all members are depicted in a circular vignette with their names identified beneath them. In the donor’s picture, the class was in a classic group pose. Working with a photogra­ pher friend, the donor lifted each face off the group pose and put it into the circular vignette configuration. “Everyone’s name was writ­ ten on the back (of his pic­ ture) in the order of where they sat,” said Bradley. He even went so far as to find out the faculty of that year and put their pictures into the new photograph. Only three pictures, two stu­ dents and a faculty member, were not available. Caledonia National Honor Society inducts new members bv Cathv L. Ruder Staff Writer It’s busy enough being in high school, keeping up with the homework and extra cur­ ricular activities not to mention a social life. But add into that being on the National Honor Society and you have one active student. Actually, you have quite a few. Caledonia High School announced earlier this year the students who have risen to the task of becoming Na­ tional Honor Society mem­ bers. Ruth Grinstead, NHS ad­ visor, reports that NHS stu­ dents need to maintain a 3.5 overall grade point average, have at least 20 hours of volunteer time and show leadership skills - in fact, they need to be in a leader­ ship position within the school or community. Students interested in be­ coming NHS members also were required to write an es­ say detailing what they have to offer, in the way of char­ acter and service, to the Na­ tional Honor Society at Caledonia High School. All the above was taken into consideration by the NHS Advisory Council be­ fore the students were cho­ sen. The following students were presented at an official ceremony recently: Junior inductees: Jaime Alexander, Michelle Ben­ nett, Matthew Cook, Jona­ than Daniel, Amanda Dan­ ielson, Emily Dannison, Erin Durkee, Chelsea Farver, Melanie Glover, Jon Hekman. Joy Miedema. Geno Oberlander, Erin Peacy, Amanda Rogers, Jill Russell. Katie Ryan, Erin Samuels, Carlie Sanxter, Elizabeth Stanley, Devin TePastte, Chris West. Lexi Winslow and Lindsey Wyma. Senior inductees: Mat­ thew Aldrich. Matthew Boot, Jon Gerst, Kattie Hay­ wood, Kelley Jackson. April Kraft, Mallory Latack. Cam­ eron Ray. Denise Robinson and Adam Terpstra. Present senior members were also acknowledged. They include Brittany Bar­ ber. Megan Buys. Ashley Frazier. Emily Hartley, Holly Hawkins, Dannielle Hoodhood, Stacey Jenema, Kathryn Mahawili, Amanda Martin, Mary Sandtveit, Lindsay Stoetzel, Rebecca Taylor and Kristin Uyl. The program included music by Denise Robinson, accompanied by Carol Gess, NHS speeches and a skit by officers Megan Buys, Mary Sandtveit. Kathryn Ma­ hawili and Rebecca Taylor, plus comments by Principal Ron Moag and Advisor Ruth Grinstead. The NHS students aren’t done after being inducted — far from it. These students are busy all school year, helping in the community and various school func­ tions. They recently raised close to $200 for the Santa Claus Girls and another fund-raiser selling candy cups netted $197 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Final to take inventory and our final clearance! 11402 ChidSoondii,Gun Ukc 795-9947 we're about style we're about color it's all about YOU! Contempo Salon d JuU SsAvka (fanhunfwAjaAy Salon (faA ihn ontiAx (family Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1093 Call 945-9554 for Sun & News Action-Ads. GREAT TANNING & LOTION SPECIALS 41 Bulb Beds - get that alluring dark tan! Wakh foh Ao/neihinq flew in 2002! Caledonia Community Preschool Four year olds: Children must be four by October 15, 2001. Three-day classes $320 per semester Two-day classes $240 per semester l¥e will be open every day (Mon Jan 7th - Sun Jan 13th. 10-6pm) Photo a Boom; “He started working on it in September 2001 and fin­ ished in early December.” explained Bradley. The new photograph is now installed in its rightful place of honor, in the high school graduating classes picture case. There is no longer a blank spot for the Class of 1929, thanks to the generosity of “an interested alumnus.” Descendants of that class can now see what their fam­ ily members looked like as they graduated. Preschool winter classes begin January 21,2002 We still have room left for you! Inventory Clearance 1 /2^°REWiE The missing class picture of CHS 1929 has been filled thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. The class picture gallery is in the front entrance hall of CHS, by the office. The donor’s original photograph is pictured in the center. Three year olds: Children must be three by August 1, 2001. Two-day classes $24Q per semester WINTER HOURS: Fn-Sat 10-6; 10-4 Morning classes are from 9-11:30 a.m. Afternoon 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. A non-refundable $35 enrollment fee is required to secure your place in class. Call the Caledonia Resource Center office at 891-8117 for more information �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 8, 2002 M-6 prompts Caledonia Fire Rescue upgrades Lt. Jamie Duryea (left), Deputy Chief Brian Bennett (center) and firefighter Jason Robards are just a few of the Caledonia Fire Rescue team members who are thankful for the Milwaukee Sawzall/drill combination donated by (Cascade) Home Depot Manager Bob Williamson. The new equipment is easily stored in a section of the truck, readily accessible. "We grab it and go?" said firefighter Jason Robards. by Cathy L. Kueter Staff Writer Heaven forbid you should need to be cut out of a vehi­ cle after an accident, but if you do, Caledonia Fire Res­ cue is now better equipped to handle such a crisis. “With the opening of the M-6 Highway (near Caledo­ nia), we saw a possibility for a greater number of multiple auto accidents,” said firefighter Jason Ro­ bards. “Cascade and Caledonia will both respond to (an M-6 highway emergency) for now,” he explained. “They (Cascade) have a bit of a hike to access it, as it is for us. We’re going to see, un­ der emergency situations, who responds to it best.” Adding to this are possi­ ble problems from being in the flight path(s) of nearby Kent County International Airport. Caledonia Fire Rescue workers were concerned with the response time if more than one accident should require extrication equipment. The firefighters previously had been work- A New Year... A New Home? “Your Caledonia Contact” WENDY ZANDSTRA REALTOR® 891-SOLD Smith-Diamond Main Office 891-2222 8980 N. Rodgers Ct.. Caledonia, MI 49316 ing with one set of older ex­ trication equipment for all their calls. If they had more than one call needing the equipment, it was necessary to request another depart­ ment. During the first week of July, a committee was formed within the fire de­ partment to begin looking at this problem. The committee would then present their findings and recommenda­ tions to the Township Board. The committee con­ sisted of firefighters Lt. Ja­ mie Duryea, Jason Robards, Mike Mervau, Steve Kosiara and Joe Hammer. Their mission statement was clear; to “Evaluate the department’s current extri­ cation abilities and/or limita­ tions. Evaluate the purchase of newextrication equipment and its advances and tech­ nology. Evaluate the needs of the department and its added responsibility of pos­ sibly covering a large por­ tion of the new M-6 high­ way between M-37 and I96.” The committee invited manufacturers to the fire sta­ tion to see how their equip­ ment worked. They investi­ gated, reviewed, tested and priced extrication packages from six differ­ ent manufacturers, including Power Hawk, AMKUS and Champion Rescue Tools. “The package we chose Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We Call for your appointment welcome all ages ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan (to recommend) was (from) Champion,” said Robards. “We looked at the durability of the equipment, the way it’s manufactured, the strength of the equipment. The weight was a big fac­ tor.” Weight may not seem of great import to most people, but to a firefighter it’s cru­ cial. “The Jaws of Life alone can weigh over 50 pounds,” reported Robards. “Fire­ fighters are walking over uneven surfaces carrying that 50 pounds. And that’s just one piece of equipment. Getting multiple pieces of equipment to a site is heavy.” Robards continued, “If a car rolled over in a six-foot ditch, guys holding a 50pound piece of equipment (walking down the incline) is not safe. With lighter equipment we’re less likely to injure our guys.” The committee members finished their report Oct. 24 and took their recommenda­ tions to the Township Board. On Nov. 21 and 22, the board approved the pur­ chase and ordered one brand new, complete set of equip­ ment, plus a secondary backup system that consists of the essential equipment. There is little variance to the sets, differing by only four pieces. The complete set is designed to manage not only a standard rescue, but also heavy equipment rescues, generally of a com­ mercial type. Each package includes a simultaneous power supply, an RS 11 mini-spreader, an RC 5 rescue cutter, and two sections of 33-foot hoses. The complete set also in­ cludes an RS 18 large spreader, a small, telescop­ ing rescue ram. a medium, telescoping rescue ram and the dual remote control for the rams. The new equipment is ca­ pable of having two tools run at the same time by its gas motor. The motor and hoses are easily stored in a section of the truck; readily accessible. “We grab it and go!” said Robards The old equipment could * ’ only run one tool at a time. If firefighters previously needed to cut both sides of a car open, they had to wait until one side was finished. So what has happened to the old equipment? The committee originally was of­ fered a $12,000 trade-in for it. But they, along with Township Trustee Bill Bravata, felt that it was more practical to keep it. At a re­ placement cost of $25,000 they felt it was better to keep it within the commu­ nity, still on a vehicle. “(As) sort of a backup to our backup equipment,” said Robards. “Even though it’s outdated (1983), and might eventually break down or need parts we can’t get, for now we’d just as soon save even one more life with it instead of dumping it.” said Robards. During the process of looking at the specialized equipment, the committee also recommended an addi­ tional $3,000 for training the entire Caledonia Fire Rescue Department on the new equipment. “There arc advanced techniques for safely and quickly extricating someone that we weren’t aware of,” Robards explained \t Champion, the sales repre­ sentative is also an extrica­ tion instructor.” Training was recom­ mended in two phases, ad- Continued next page With the new Champion Rescue Tools equipment, Fire Rescue workers can openboth doors of a vehi­ cle at one time with three basic cuts. Advantageous if they have multiple patients to attend. Kim's Konsignment NOW OPEN! Exceptional Clothing at Exceptional Prices... FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Large Selection of Plus Sizes HOURS: Monday 8f Wednesday 10-8 Tuesday, Thursday ftf Friday 10-6 Saturday 9:50-4 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J Caledonia, MI 49316 • 891-2418 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLJanuary 8. 2002'Page 7 Village Players’ sets next production for February by Patricia Johns The cutter is useful if a backboard is needed for a patient and the seat won’t lay back. combination is estimated to has been tested for airplanes. From previous page be worth $400 to $500. “In the event of a plane vanccd auto extrication and“We’d like to publicly crash (near Caledonia), we commcrcial/heavy extrica­ thank them (Williamson and have to look at what point tion (school bus, tractor­ Home Depot). They re­ we would get help from the trailers, etc.). Training is ex­ sponded to a need we had,” airport,” explained Robards. pected to begin soon. said Robards. “If it’s a small plane or a The total cost of both The station is delighted cargo, it would be treated equipment packages and the with the donation. like a regular accident. (Air­ advanced training is "If you have a car in the port rescue generally) can’t $35,482. river, or 200 yards out in a leave the airport or they Champion Rescue Tools cornfield, it’s not practical have to shut down the whole was aware of the old cquipto run an extension cord,” thing.” ment/new highway situation Robards illustrated. “There According to Bennett, the for the station, so the origi­ is no cord with this.” year 2001 finished with an nal delivery time of six The Sawzall can be used estimated 15% tol8% higher weeks was done more to cut “cribbing,” which are rate in rescue calls for the quickly. chunks of lumber used to Caledonia station than 2000. "They delivered the stabilize a vehicle so that it “We’ve shown an in­ equipment in 13 days,” mar­ doesn’t fall over while being crease of at least 5% for the veled Robards. worked on. The tool also past six years or so,” said It was a welcome addition can be used to cut different Bennett. “But this (past to the station just prior to types of material, from steel year) was our biggest jump Christmas. to wood, depending on the yet.” Another “Christmas gift” situations firefighters find As Caledonia grows, was presented to the fire­ themselves in. bringing more people and fighters that will benefit the Robards, along with Dep­ increased traffic, the num­ citizens of Caledonia and uty Chief Brian Bennett and bers of rescue calls are only surrounding areas. Robards Lt. Jamie Duryea, demon­ expected to increase. Even if had been discussing the use strated the convenience of that is the case, should you of a reciprocating saw with the Sawzall/drill combina­ need the services of the (Cascade) Home Depot tion. Caledonia Fire Rescue, they Manager Bob Williamson, “If you’ve got a school will be ready, and on the job who later offered to donate a bus, for instance, it’s a large with their new equipment cordless Milwaukee Sawzall roof area. You can drill a and training. to the Caledonia station, starter hole to get the saw complete with cordless drill into.” and tool bag. The saw/drill The new equipment also TK senior citizens to meet Jan. 21 Thornapple Kellogg Sen­ ior Citizens are invited to at­ tend their monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, in the TK Learning Center. Call 795-3799 to register and learn more about senior activities Staff Writer Co-director Cheryl Cravero of The Village Players of Middleville promises that surprises await those attend­ ing this year s dinner theater next month at the Middle Villa Inn. The eighth annual produc­ tion is “The Marquis Ladies Society’s First Attempt at Murder.” Performances will be Friday and Saturday, Feb. 15, 16, 22 and 23. There will also be a special Valentine's Day performance on Thurs­ day evening, Feb. 14. The price is $22.50 per person for dinner and the show. Reservations are rec­ ommended. Reservations should be paid for in ad­ vance with a credit card by calling the Middle Villa at 795-3640. Guests are invited to arrive at 6 p.m. for the pre-show activities. Cravero says, “We always NEWEST CITIZEN BOY, Kaden Reese, bom at Butterworth Hospital, Nov. 30, 2001 to Jared and Darcy Noble of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs., 20 inches long. Proud grand­ parents are John and Kathy Mugridge of Middleville, Robert Noble of Wayland and Don and Sally Howland of Cedar Springs. hear from people who were zanne MacIntyre. Patty Hig­ disappointed that they ley. Helen Wingeier. Caro­ couldn't sit with their lyn Newman. Colleen Cox. friends. We encourage peo­ Julie Coon. Randy Eggers. ple coming in groups to call Mike Bremer. Doug Brinks. in as soon as soon as possi­ John Bremer. Maggie Ben­ ble with the total number of jamin. Rhonda Fisk. Steve guests so we can ensure that Wiersum. Brent Dietiker and Robin Schweitzer. the party can sit together. The guests at this produc­ “We have been lucky that our shows have sold out. so tion will be greeted by super we really hope people make heroes. Superman and Won­ their reservations for a really der Woman. Legendary fun show.” Cravero says. crime fighter Maxwell Cravero is directing the Smart has also come to Mid­ show with Darlene Schellin- dleville to foil a rumored ger. The cast includes Su­ murder attempt. NEED A LITTLE SUN IN YOUR WINTER DAYS? Join Village Players of Middleville for their 8th annual Dinner Theater Production “The Marquis Crossing Ladies Society’s First Attempt at Murder” MiddleVilla inn February 15, 16,22,23 Special Valentine Day performance February 14 $22.50 per person Call 795-3640for reservations HAPPY NEW YEAR! KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE Registration is now underway for Spring 2002 semester at Kellogg Community College’s Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County. Over 75 course offerings available locally including: Liberal Arts/Transfer/General Education Business and Computers Human Services and Criminal Justice Fine Arts and Humanities The Fehsenfeld Center has something for everyone: Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car traditional college students high school juniors and seniors (dual enrollment) returning students (our average age is 31) retirees/lifelong learning We have counselors • Quick claims response and sound advice ft's Hie way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Mam St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 lanuary 7 through January 18. Classes Start on or after January 14, 2002 Don't delay - Sign up now! �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 8. 2002 Kim’s Konsignment comes to Caledonia by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Another party and nothing to wear? Didn’t get that sweater you wanted for Christmas? All tapped out from Christmas shopping but still need some clothes for work? Don’t fret. Kim’s Kon­ signment has come to the rescue. Owner Kim Bush, 35, opened the doors to her shop last week, just in time for holiday parties and get-to­ gethers. “Everything is falling into place. It’s going really well,” she said. The shop is located at 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37), Suite J in the Glen Valley Retail Center. Her sign should be up in the next few weeks, but for now you can find her between Solid Im­ pact Fitness and McArthur’s Restaurant. Can’t get away from the kids long enough to shop? Don't worry. Bush (who hasthree children under 7 years old herself) has in­ cluded a children’s area complete with a TV-VCR combination and toys. The shop has variety of clothing in every hue of the rainbow. Bush is looking for certain items. “We're still in need of smaller women’s sizes, men’s clothing and evening wear (teenage and adult).” You’ll find an inventory of infant through adult (men and women) clothing, in­ cluding outerwear, evening apparel and maternity. You can also find such accesso­ ries as belts, handbags, shoes and a small amount of jewelry. According to Bush, a con­ signment type store offers more value for the slowing A economy. “People aren't spending like they have. You get more value with consign­ ment clothing.” she said. She admits to being “par­ ticular” about the clothing she’ll take, that way she can offer the public neat, stylish clothing and accessories. “The clothing needs to be current styles (no more than two to three years old). It needs to be clean, pressed, no stains, rips or buttons missing. Being on hangers isn’t essential, but it helps to keep the clothing pressed back.” Bush has some big ideas for the future of Kim's Kon­ signment. She is planning a grand opening sometime to­ ward the end of this month. She expects to have draw­ ings every day for gift cer­ tificates to the shop, with the grand prize drawing being held on Saturday of that LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. With Winning Points you can eat what everyone else is eating So you can stay satisfied, stick with the plan, and reach your goals Join now and get "Today s V Kim Bush of Kim’s Konsignment in the Glen Valley Retail Center (M-37). week. She also plans to start a frequent buyers program, with details to be worked out in the near future. The shop is open Mon­ days and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10-6 and Saturday 9:30-4. Bush accepts clothing by appoint­ ment only. She is planning to accept appointments during the day on Mondays and Wednes- La Leche League to meet Jan. 12 The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at 1546 Payne Lake Road, Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry Special," our new guide to satisfying meal and snack sarah. duchess of york. at weight goal since 1997 easfree! COinnino Points J°o?$20! CALEDONIA Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson Wednesday—5:30 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE Middle Villa Inn 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday—6:30 p.m. -800-651-6000 Ask about The At Work Program®! realfood.real life.real results. TK Learning Center sets story hour times Signups may still be available for the Wednes­ day, Jan. 16, story hour at the TK Learning Center. Registration for the story hour for 3- and 4-year-olds is required by calling 7953397. The story time begins at 10 a.m. Ann Noah has planned a look at winter for the young students. The popular story “The Mitten” will be featured. The Thursday, Jan. 10, story time at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library begins at 7 p.m. Children are invited to wear their favorite hat and mittens and “warm up with books. On Jan. 24 students will enjoy stories about “Snow Friends.” It is another of the “wear your jammies” times, which Francey Tobin has planned for youthful read­ ers. She wants them to wear their “snuggliest pajamas” Story time begins at 7 p.m. For more information about the TK School and Community Library story times, call 795-5434. Christopher J. Hier, All women who are breastfeeding or arc preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also arc wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. For directions to the meet­ ing, call 795-7021. We offer products with annual effective yields as high as 5.80% (as of 1-2-02) Guaranteed for 5 years on Single Premium Tax-Deferred Annuities Interest compounded tax-deferred Guaranteed never to fall below 3% Surrender charges may apply for early withdrawal From Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan— Policy HLP 117(9-98) 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME - High Interest and a Lifetime Retirement Income. Call today! Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially arc four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Family and the Breast­ fed Baby." ' Guaranteed Interest! RS Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) days, plus Friday mornings. For further information on the shop, you can call Kim’s Konsignment at 891-2418. during transit. “You get your hangers Your Smile The First Thing People See! Lynn Denton Middleville-Nashville 1 -800-443-5253 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■MHMf BUREAU INSURANCE �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 8. 2002/Page 9 Rozell P. Stanton——— Elmer G. Dundas Beryl Long------------------------WAYLAND Beryl (Hamacher/Owen) Long, age 81, of Wayland and for­ merly of Middleville, passed away Friday, Dec. 21, 2001 at Metropolitan Hospital. She is survived by her children, Lionel (Bud) and Marianne Owen, Dan (Dawn) Long, John (Kitty) Long, Barbara Schmidt. Linda (Bill) Otterson and Helen Easton; 21 grandchil­ dren and 12 great grandchil­ dren; brother, Gordon Hamacher; sister, Audrey (Rev. Glenn) Jones; brotherin-law, Thomas David (Jane) Long and also her sister-inlaw. Margaret Doxtater. Beryl was preceded in death by her husband. Robert Long; daughter. Peggy Massengill; and grandson, Aaron Pinney. Funeral and committal services were held Wednesday. Dec. 23,2001 at First Baptist Church of Middleville in Middleville. Pastor Bruce Stewart offici­ ated. Interment was at Fairplains Cemetery. Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to Allegan Co. Wings of Hope Hospice or Back to the Bible Broadcast. Arrangements were made by Archer, Hampel and Kubiak, Wayland Chapel. Marion E. Finkbeiner---------GRAND RAPIDS Mar­ ion E. Finkbeiner, age 98, formerly of Middleville,, passed away, Sunday, Jan. 6, at Clark Retirement Com­ munity, Grand Rapids. Manon E. Finkbeiner was born in Middleville, Ml on March 20, 1902 to William and Clara Harper. She spent her life in Middleville, graduated from Middleville High School and completed her bachelor of science in home econom­ ics from Michigan State University in 1924. She was the longest living alumni from the College of Human Ecology. In 1980, she re­ ceived the Michigan State University Outstanding Alumni Award from the College of Human Ecology. She lived in Middleville, Ml until 1986, when she took residence in Clark Retirement Community, in Grand Rapids, in the sum­ mer and resided in Inver­ ness, Florida in the winters. In 1979, Marion Fink­ beiner was the Michigan Mother of the Year and active in the organization for several years. Her organiza­ tion involvement’s included: Prairie Garden Club. Prairie Literary Club, Michigan Womens' Club, Middleville Women’s Club. Eastern Star. Daughters of the Nile, White Shrine, Phythian Sisters. Quilting Club, and the Methodist Women s Society. Oscar and Marion Fink­ beiner owned the business of A.G. Finkbeiner and Son Feed Mill, which was started by Oscar and his father. Andrew Finkbeiner. Prior to this. William Harper started the Middleville Livestock Co-Op. which became the Farm Supply Store. Manon was the bookkeeper for these businesses until 1954. As an entrepreneur in Middleville, she opened a restaurant called The Club, and then the Middleville Shopping Center. She was always involved in various craft endeavors: ceramics, jewelry making, braided rugs, flower arrangements . and sewing making quilts Call 945-9554 for classifieds MIDDLEVILLE - Elmer G. Dundas, age 88, of Middleville passed away Sunday. Jan. 6. 2002 at Tendercare. Hastings. Mr. Dundas was bom on Aug. 20. 1913 in Middle­ ville, Mich., the son of Gordon and Nancy’ (Woods) Dundas. He was raised in Mid­ dleville and attended Mid­ dleville schools, and attend­ ed Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary. He was employed as a fanner, his entire life. He was an orchard employee, a guard at Bradford White Corporation and retired from Middleville Manufact­ uring. Mr. Dundas was a mem­ ber of The First Baptist Church of Middleville and The Worldwide Church of God. He was avid reader, enjoyed his farm, his garden and the simple things of life, and the friendship of the church members and his neighbors. He is survived by his nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday morning, one hour prior to the service. Funeral and committal services will be held Tuesday morning. Jan. 8, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville. Rev. Douglas Beason officiating. Interment at Dutton Cemetery. Dutton. Mi. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Kathryn Noffke for all her grandchildren She was a member of the United Methodist Church since 1920, in which she served in many active capac­ ities. Including leading Bible studies until the age of 96 and doing speeches on various topics until the age of 90. She will be remem­ bered by her beautiful sopra­ no voice, which rang out in the various churches she attended. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar in August 1984, after 59 years of marriage. She is survived by one son, Rev. Stanley A. (Betty) Finkbeiner of Lakeview. Ml; two daughters, Maxine (John) Sinclair of Hartford, Ml, Phyllis (John) Green of Canton. Ohio; ten grand­ children; 20 great grandchil­ dren. Visitation will be Tuesday 6 to 8 p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, Jan. 9, 2002 at 11 a m at the Clark Retirement Commun­ ity Chapel. Visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Cathy Rafferty officiat­ ing. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial services will be held Wednesday. Jan. 9, 2002 at 3 p.m. at the Middleville United Metho­ dist Church. Middleville. Rev Lee Zachman officiat­ ing. Memorial contributions may be made to Clark Retirement Community Foundation. 1551 Franklin S.E.. Grand Rapids. MI 49506 or Shnners Child­ ren’s Hospital. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. CALEDONIA - Kathryn Noffke, age 97, of the Caledonia area was called home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, Dec. 31, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur. She is survived by several nieces and nephews; her special caregivers. Florence and Bill Dodge; her sistersin-law and brothers-in-law, Tavie (Roy) Noffke. Hazel (Carl) Noffke Funeral and committal services for Kathryn will be held Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002 at 11 a m at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft SE. Pastor Robert Gerke officiating. Interment will be in Holy Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church and Luth­ eran World Relief. Arrangements by Matthysse-Kui per- DeG raa f. State parks annual permits on sale now The Michigan Depart­ ment of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Bu­ reau is now selling 2002 an­ nual Motor Vehicle Permits (MVPs), senior MVPs, and Boating Access Site permits at State Park and recreation area headquarters through­ out the state. Customers are asked to call parks in advance to en­ sure someone will be avail­ able to take orders. Senior State Park MVPs will be available for $5.00 at any park or recreation area head­ quarters, with proof of age and a valid Michigan vehi­ cle registration. The $20 annual MVP can also be purchased with Visa or Master Card by calling 517-373-9900 during regu­ lar business hours, or by mailing a check payable to PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real eurer advertising in this news paper k wbpxr to the Fair Housing aci and the Michigan Civil Rights Act »tu.h coHectneK make n illegal to rehemre preference. teutattoa or ferenoarerer* hared ore net. color. reUgwre re*. hatrehcagt fatreihal status nabooai ongm. <e or martial status, or are frerii o. io rsjAc ren sa.h prefer erect. hmitanoo « ferenmMtattore" FreareU turn me ludec chddren under the cf I* imreg rete parents, or legal cwtodore*. pregnant »omen and people recanng cresattfe, of cteten under 1S Thn newspaper nil not knoniagS accept advo*ung for teal estate ts ■ smtanon of fee Our readers are hereto reformed feat al teeferep afeemred • *«. ■enspaper are »*riabte on are e»pa* rpporttaun hem To report <h»cnffiusahnn call fee Fare Hore^reg Career re htfe4SI-2M0 The HID aril tee retepteree number for fee hearing nprereed <* i-WG-927- the State of Michigan, with your mailing address, to DNR Parks and Recreation Bureau, P.O. Box 30257, Lansing, MI 48909-7757. These window sticker permits guarantee vehicles access to any of Michigan’s 96 State Parks throughout the year. For the further conven­ ience, in March the annual State Park permit will be­ come available at more than 1,800 retail locations state­ wide for $20.15. In addition, the $24 annual Boating Ac­ cess Site Permit will be available in iMarch at the nine DNR Operation Service Centers. HASTINGS - Rozell P. Stanton, 97, of Hastings, died Saturday. Jan. 5, 2002 at his daughters home on Grange Road. Middleville. Mr. Stanton was born on Dec. 5, 1904 in Manistee County. Michigan, the son of Louis and Blanche (Erway) Stanton. He was raised in Manistee and Benzie counties, com­ ing to the Hastings area at the age of 12. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1923. He was married to Clara Johncock on July 2, 1927 and she died in March 1989. He was employed at the Viking Corporation in Hastings for 45 years as an expenmental leader, retiring in January 1970. He was a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge and past lodge governor; mem­ ber and past master of the Irving Grange; member of Hastings Archery Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, storytelling and visiting friends. Mr. Stanton is survived by daughters. Sue Schuhmacher of Madison. WI. Kay (Victor) Pajunen of Chat­ ham. MI, Sally Stanton of Middleville and Jean Bowl­ in of Parkville. MO; seven grandchildren, Gregory and Christopher Corey. Victoria Stanton. Jenifer (Dennis) Murphy. Marymartha (Ron­ ald) DeRoest and Ivan and James Bowlin; three great grandchildren; and sister. Ethel Cooper of Hastings. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife; and sister. Beatrice Bowerman. Services will be held at 11 a m Tuesday. Jan. 8. 2002 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Timothy L. Oyer officiating. Interment will be at Irving Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Moose Lodge. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Light at M-37 ami 100th Street, from pg. 1 the east side of the trail was made to the agencies with granted as a condition of ap­ authority over M-37. He proval of commercial devel­ said traffic signal decisions opment. about M-37 and 100th Street Traffic volumes have in­ must be made by the Michi­ creased for commuters trav­ gan Department of Trans­ eling to Middleville and portation and the Kent County Road Commission. Barry County or beyond. He said a request last year Fleischmann said Caledo­ nia Village residents also for a traffic study resulted in experience greater traffic a response by M-DOT that along Johnson and Kinsey. traffic was moving at the He said three years ago, 330 posted speed limit. Chang­ village residents petitioned ing the speed limit docs not for 100th Street improve­ appear to be considered at ments and connection of present, he said. Audy expressed the hope 100th Street from Duncan Lake to Kraft. The village that fatalities are not re­ recently made the Duncan quired to achieve needed Lake Avenue and Johnson changes. He said the light at Street intersection an all­ Main Street and M-37 was way stop. placed there after a fatal ac­ Fleischmann said this is cident. He suggested a peti­ the fifth time he has been in­ tion might be effective and volved in a township-wide said he thought the commu­ petition drive in the past nity would be in support of decade for a variety of is­ some action. sues. One successful drive resulted in lights and im­ provements on M-37 inter­ sections at Main and 84th streets. Trustee Chuck Audy said in November that though the Village Council has an inter­ est in the same results, the appeal would have to be Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads MOVIE OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. VHS or DV D movies and player rentals Games & game system rental Reservations on movies Special Orders and Previewed movies & games for sale I Weekly specials VHS & Game Accessories Gift Certificates Gift Ideas ; movie outpost: Rent One Movie or Game and 1 get a second rental FREE with this coupon. I Offer good at Caledonia location ! Free rental of equal or lessor value One coupon per visit please. Expires 2-15-02 Product Id: SunAd , | �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 8, 2002 Check violation ordinance adopted in Caledonia Twp by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A check violation ordi­ nance was approved by the Caledonia Township Board Wednesday evening after the second reading and ex­ tensive discussion of recov­ ery for checks written with non-sufficient funds. The three-part ordinance was passed by a board vote of six to one. The ordinance will allow a private company to admin­ ister check recovery and provide enforcement serv­ ices under contract with the Kent County Sheriffs De­ partment. While state law prohibits bad checks, in order to use a private enforcement agent, local municipalities must ap­ prove the plan through an ordinance. Because the local Sheriff Department is overburdened with duties, recover) often is given a low priority, and a private company. Check En­ forcement Unit. Inc., which administers the program has a good rate of success in these endeavors, is a desir­ able option for many com­ munities. It is a law enforcement program providing adminis­ CHECK VIOLATION ORDINANCE Caledonia Township, Michigan COLLECTION OF EXPENSES RELATING TO THE HANDLING AND ENFORCEMENT OF DISHONORED CHECKS Ordinance #02-02 Eft. Jan. 18, 2002 An Ordinance Relative To The Collection Of Expenses Relating To The Handling And Enforcement Of Dishonored Checks. THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS Sec 1 PURPOSE The Township of Caledonia finds that a significant number of checks are written and dis­ honored within its geographical boundaries causing senous financial loss and hardship to cit­ izens and merchants therein In addition, the Township of Caledonia finds that the financial loss and hardship incurred by its citizens and merchants seriously impacts on the stream of commerce and the general public by causing increases in the costs of goods and services As a result of these determinations, a greater operational and financial burden is placed on local law enforcement and legal service by persons who are placing dishonored checks into the stream of commerce. Sec 2 DEFINITIONS When used in this ordinance the following terms shall have the following meaning: A “Check" shall mean any check, draft, or order for the payment of money, to apply on account or otherwise, upon any bank or other depository B “Dishonored" shall mean: (1) Any check, draft or order drawn or written on any account, or otherwise, upon any bank or other depository, without sufficient funds for the payment of same when presentation is made to the drawee (2) Any check, draft or order drawn or wntten on any account which has been closed with or by the bank or other depository upon which it is drawn (3) Any check, draft or order drawn or wntten on any account for stop payment, any bank administrative purpose or any other reason that caused the check to become dishonored when presentation is made to the drawee Exceptions include (a) A check that was stolen and passed (b) A stop payment check where a venfied dispute exists between the two parties. (c) “Expenses of Dishonored Check Response" shall mean the direct and reasonable cost incurred by the Township of Caledonia, the County of Kent or to a private per­ son or corporation operating at the request and direction of the Township of Caledonia and the County of Kent, when making a dishonored check response, including the cost of providing police, legal counsel and/or administrative services in response to any dishonored check. These costs further include all of the wages and salaries of the Kent County personnel, acting as agents for the Township of Caledonia and/or contractors responding to the incident, all salaries and wages of the personnel and contractors engaged in investigations, supervision and report preparation, and all costs connected with the administration and provision of any prosecution of the person causing their incident. (d) “Address of Record" shall mean the address that appears on the check or the last known address of record with the Secretary of State at the time the check was pre­ sented for payment of goods services. Sec. 3 LIABILITY FOR THE EXPENSE OF DISHONORED CHECK RESPONSE. A. Person Responsible: Any person is liable for the expense of a dishonored check response, if such person proximately causes any incident resulting in a dishonored check response B. Presumptions shall mean (1) For the purpose of this ordinance a person is presumed to be the proximate cause of an incident if said person makes, draws, utters or delivers any dishonored check or causes directly or indirectly a check to become dishonored. (2) For the purpose of this ordinance a person is presumed to have acted with intent to defraud if said person shall not have paid the drawer thereof the amount due therein, together with all costs and protest fees, including the fees assessed here­ under, within five (5) business days after receiving notice by first class mail to the last known address of record that such check, draft or order has not been paid by the drawee C. Charges Against Person. The expenses of a dishonored check response shall be a charge against the person liable for ’he expense under this ordinance The charge constitutes a debt of that person and is collectible by the Township of Caledonia and the County of Kent for incurring those costs in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under a contract, expressed or implied. D. Cost Recovery. Schedule The Caledonia Township Board shall, by resolution, adopt a schedule of costs included within the expense of the dishonored check response. This schedule shall be available to the public from either the Caledonia Township Clerk. Township Supervisor or the Kent County Shenffs Department E Billing The Chief Administrative Officer, or his or her designee, may submit a bill for the dishonored check response by first class mail to the last known address of record or personal service to the person liable for the expenses as enumerated under this ordinance The bill(s) shall require full payment withm thirty (30) consecutive days from the date of service. Service by mail shall be effective upon depositing said bill in a United States Postal Service receptacle In no event shall billing be permitted after one year from the last expense incurred F Failure to Pay Procedures to Recover Cost Any failure by any person described in this ordinance as liable for the expense of a dishonored check response, to pay the bill within thirty (30) consecutive days of sen »ce shau be considered in default in case of default, the Townsnip of Caledonia and the County of Kent may commerce ervw suit to recover the expenses and any costs allowed by law Sec 4 SEVERABILITY The phrases, sentences, sections and provisions of this ordinance are severable and the finding that any portion hereof is unconstitutional or otherwise unenforceable snail not detract from or effect the enforceability of the remainder of this ordinance Sec 5 EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall be effective ten (10) days after publication thereof Adopted: 1 -2-2002 Effective 1-18-2002 Township Clerk 304 trative assistance for crimi­ nal prosecution of check law violations by those offenders living in Michigan counties, and in some cases out of state. Terry Heiss spoke in fa­ vor of the plan. The com­ pany has contracts to pro­ vide services in about 20 communities in the state, many in this area. The pro­ gram is highly regarded and documented by several law enforcement agencies. The company is the sole provider of the program in Kent County. Heiss said there had been around 10,000 checks with insufficient funds passed in about seven years in Kent County. The company refers about 20 to 30 checks per month to the prosecutors, but Heiss did not know the actual number of prosecu­ tions. Heiss said the criteria used was to establish if there was a victim, could the per­ petrator be identified, and could an intent to defraud be shown. Banks would send all such checks drawn against insufficient funds directly to the check enforcement unit on behalf of the sheriff’s de­ partment and by the sheriff’s guidelines. A notice is also sent to the person who wrote the check, which gives him/her an opportunity to correct the situation, but if nothing is done, this pre­ sumes an intent to defraud. It makes writing a bad check a criminal violation. Because many people have had overdrawn checks through the errors of others or through poor bookkeep­ ing with no intent to de­ fraud, concern over fairness was brought up. Heiss said the sheriff has the option to waive prosecu­ tion on a case-by-case basis. It was pointed out this could lead to discrimination in en­ forcement. A customer also has an option of having an account with overdraft protection at the bank. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said. Merchants do not have to sign up to participate in the program. Merchants who do not sign up may also prose­ cute offenders through civil means. Some merchants who do enroll have a verbal arrange­ ment with the sheriff, so that if a particular non sufficient fund check came up on their bank statement, the mer­ chant could ask that check be withheld from the sys­ tem, to become the mer­ chant's responsibility. That check would then have to be recovered through the civil court system. Check fund and fee re­ covery is expedited for area merchants signing up for the services. Getting the infor­ mation and the administra­ tive process in motion as quickly as possible is critical in recovery. Documentation to assist prosecution is a service the company pro­ vides. Small business own­ ers are relieved of having to pursue these problems. A merchant would probably have to go to small claims court without this program, it was explained last month. The bank charges an overdraft fee both to the check writer and the mer­ chant. who tries in turn to recapture that cost from the customer. Heiss said the bank fee to the merchant is part of the program. The ordinance also sets the $25 civil response fee, of which $21.50 goes to the company for its investment. Some of the staff in other parts of the state carry badges, but no guns. Staff in Kent County does not carry badges. Trustee Richard Robert­ son had many reservations about the ordinance and the program. He said the ordi­ nance they were to sign stated "the township finds that a significant number of checks were written and dis­ honored within its geo­ graphic boundaries," and since the board had found no such evidence, objected to being asked to pass it verba­ tim, which was a lie. He said he would consider voting for it if the language was modi­ fied. An attorney had drafted the model language, adopted by Kent County, though it did not fit everyone. Heiss said the statistics were com­ piled by Al Johnson, who initiated the program about seven years ago. The ordi­ nance protects merchants of the area enrolling in the pro­ gram, and protects the com­ munity in an indirect way, Harrison said. He was objected to the possibility of the ordinance resulting in putting innocent people in jail over an error in bookkeeping when checks went directly to the enforce­ ment unit and merchants could not easily intervene before a check was entered into the system, as was as­ sumed in last month's meet­ ing. Robertson disagreed with the fee of $25 being charged even if a person had made an honest mistake. He said in football, this would be called "unnecessary rough­ ness." Robertson also objected to a sheriffs emblem on a business card, which was much like a badge. Trustee Wally Bujak said an accountant's mistake can lead to an overdraft and a great deal of stress and ex­ pense to an honest individ­ ual. Trustee Bill Bravata said he supported the ordinance because merchants are part of the community, "pay taxes and live here" and need protections. Its their choice whether to buy in or not, he said. He said when banks started charging the merchant for an overdrawn check, they passed it on to the customer. He said w hen a customer could get away with an overdraft easily, they tended to let the matter slide. Now. the rules on overdraft charge has a corrective impact. He said "It's not fun to chase people down." He said he felt this would be a valuable asset to merchants if they choose to use it. "From ex­ perience. the quicker you get on these things, the quicker you get your money back." He said he would agree to change the language in the ordinance. Citizen Jason Robards said last month that 3 per­ cent of checks at the Amoco Station are returned, and about half of these arc re­ covered. He said he had no objection to the plan. He said another option to pre­ vent bad checks is “Check Alert,” a computerized sys­ tem that alerts the merchant that a person has had a pre­ vious check with insufficient funds. Cost to the township will be for publication of the or­ dinances. TK PT0 to meet Jan. 8 Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization will hold a meeting Tuesday, Jan. 8, at 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Page Elementary. PTO meetings arc open to parents of students in grades K-8. A review of upcoming events and activities is part of each meeting. For information about the activities of the PTO contact McFall, Lee, Page or the middle school withnamc and telephone number, and a PTO representative will re­ turn the call. Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News classified ads J- fastings <Citv $anh PART-TIME DATA CENTER CLERK Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a part-time data center clerk to join our team at our Data Center located in Middleville In this position, the incumbent performs proof, comput­ er, balancing and miscellaneous functions. The incum­ bent must be flexible in working hours and be able to work independently. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City bank 150 W. Court SL Hastings, MI 49058 _________ EOE/M-F �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 8. 2002/Page 11 Groundwater stewardship on Gun Lake GFWC agenda Page 4th graders tour State Capitol State Rep Gary Newell, R-Saranac, recently welcomed fourth-graders from Page Elementary School in Middleville to the State Capitol. Newell gave the students and chaperones a tour of the Capitol, including the House of Representatives chambers, and explained how a bill becomes law. Local engineer ‘enlightens’ Caledonia Township Board by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Resident Doug Curtis "enlightened" the Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday night about the lengthy zoning regulations in the new highway com­ mercial section of the zon­ ing ordinance passed last fall, which lately has met with criticism. An engineer, Curtis said his work deals with these kinds of ordinances, and he said he thought only minor modifications were needed. His overall opinion was that this was a "fairly decent or­ dinance." He referred to an earlier comment that the ordinance was confusing and hard to enforce. He had suggestions he said would ease these problems. He commented briefly on ordinance definitions, of which some were engineer­ ing society definitions, he said. Some were generally close, he said. However, there were some references he did not understand. This section apparently referred to neon signs that do create light, but commis­ sioners wanted to keep the glare at a minimum. General requirements could be tightened in some cases, such as lowering a center grid from 25 to 10 feet for a better result. Lighting fixtures can be of several types, but full cutoff, if specified, will automati­ cally prevent a lot of light problems he said. This would not cost more than a semi-cutoff fixture, and would prevent light from be­ ing directed beyond 90 de­ grees. "You can do more with fewer good fixtures than you can with more bad fixtures," ie said. He advised changing the color rendering index of all lamps and setting an expira­ tion date of five to seven years for some fixtures to have some input into chang­ ing undesirable lighting situations. He said often an odd year expiration is speci­ fied. Curtis said parking lot horizontal illumination lev­ els are specified as being no greater than 2.4-foot can­ dles. He said in this rural en­ vironment, a half foot can­ dle, such as is used in Steel case parking lots would be recommended by the engi­ neering society. He said four-foot candles is allowed close to the building while 15-foot candles of light would be allowed to trespass onto other people’s property, (more light beyond the area than allowed from the source.) He said he believed that should be .25-foot can­ dles measured at eye level off the properly. Apparently the 15-foot candles was a number de­ rived from a previous 1.5foot candles due to audience comment and a lack of un­ Ms derstanding of the measure­ ment by commissioners, Trustee Wally Bujak ex­ plained. He is also a plan­ ning commissioner. Under the ordinance, con­ venience stores would be al­ lowed more light tnan is rec­ ommended by IES, at 10foot candles. Curtis suggested there is an alternative method for regulating and measuring the amount of light on a site, which does not require me­ tering or enforcement. The method specifies lu­ mens per acre, which can be measured in the wattage of total light fixtures or bulbs on a site. A 100-watt bulb measures at 1,000 lumens. If a zoning area is allowed 50,000 lumens per acre, there could be 50- to 100watt light fixtures allowed. This is set up during the approval/building permit proc­ ess and generally does not require further monitoring and is more easily enforced. Bujak said the details were intended to be more of a design specification than for enforcement. The com­ mission was under pressure to have some language in place. He said a good exam­ ple of a development light­ ing created under similar or­ dinance specifications could be seen in the new IMAX theater complex in Grand Rapids Township. Bujak thanked Curtis and See Twp. board, pg. 12 M “We’ll Rescue Your Damaged Automobile” Guaranteed Quality Collision repairs since 1967 112 Water St. Middleville, MI 49333 Ph. 616.795.9438 Proud to be an Check us out on the web@ AMERICAN www.benderautobody.coni The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will kick off its 2002 year with a pro­ gram on groundwater stew­ ardship by Elizabeth KattReinders at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Katt-Reinders is an AmeriCorps volunteer for the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program (MGSP). She graduated from Calvin College with a bachelor of arts degree in geography and environmental studies. While a student she cochaired the Calvin College Environmental Stewardship Coalition for three years. As an AmeriCorps volunteer for the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program, she works out of the offices of WMEAC in Grand Rapids and the Barry Conservation District in Hastings. The MGSP is a coopera­ tive effort of the Michigan Department of Agriculture, the Michigan Conservation Districts, MSU Extensions, the Natural Resource Con­ servation Service and AmeriCorps National Serv­ ice. The program is designed to help individuals reduce the risks of groundwater contamination. It is volun­ tary and locally driven and if funded by fees that are as­ sessed on sales of pesticide and nitrogen fertilizers. Katt-Reinders will talk about her position as a Home’A’Syst coordinator. She delivers the groundwa­ ter protection program to residents of Kent and Barry counties through free oneon-one, in-home consulta­ tions (Home Assessment Systems) or group work­ shops and programs. The aim is to help residents evaluate their homes and properties for pollution and health risks. • Area residents of Gun Lake, particularly those from Delton. Wayland. Mid­ dleville. Shelbyville and Martin, are invited to attend. Katt-Reinders program will follow a short business meeting at starts at 9:30 a.m. For information, call Mar­ jory Richards, club president at 795-3969 or Fran Leon­ ard. vice president at 7958731. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe CHECK VIOLATION ORDINANCE Caledonia Township, Michigan CHECKS DRAWN WITHOUT SUFFICIENT FUNDS or ON A CLOSED ACCOUNT (Criminal) Ordinance #02-01 Eft: Jan. 18, 2002 An Ordinance Relative To The Enforcement Of Checks Drawn Without Sufficient Funds Or On A Closed Account. THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF Caledonia ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the Caledonia Criminal Check Violation Ordinance Sec. 1. DEFINITIONS. When used in the ordinance, the following terms shall have the following meanings A. “Check" shall mean any check, draft or order for the payment of money, to apply on account or otherwise, upon any bank or other depository. B. “Dishonored" Shall mean: (1) Any check, draft or order drawn or written on any account, or otherwise, upon any bank or other depository, without sufficient funds for the payment of same when presentation is made to a drawee. (2) Any check drawn or order drawn or written on any account which has been closed with or by the bank or other depository upon which it is drawn C. “Address of Record" shall mean the address that appears on the check or the last known address of record with the Secretary of State at the time the check was presented for payment of goods or services. Sec. 2. CHECKS DRAWN WITHOUT SUFFICIENT FUNDS. A. No person shall with intent to defraud, make, draw, utter or deliver any check, draft or order for the payment of money, to apply on account or otherwise, upon any bank or other deposi­ tory, knowing at the time of the making, drawing or uttering or delivering that the maker or drawer does not have sufficient funds in or credit wttn the bank or other depository, for the payment of the check, draft, or order in full upon such check, draft or order in any amount B i io person shall with intent to defraud make, draw utter or deliver any check draft or order for the payment of money to apply on account or otherwise, upon any bank or other depository, unless the person has sufficient funds for payment for same when presentment is due to the drawee in any amount, except where the lack of funds is due to garnishment, attachment, levy, or other lawful cause, and such fact was not known to the person who made drew, uttered or delivered the instrument al the time of doing so C.As against the maker or drawer thereof me making drawing uttering or delivering, of a check, draft or order payment of such is refused by the drawee when presented in the usual course of business snail be pnma facie evidence of intent to defraud and of knowledge of insufficient funds in or credit wrtn such bank or other depository, provided such maker or drawer shall not have paid the drawee thereof the amount due thereon together with all cost and protest fees within five (5) business days after receiving notice that such check, draft or order has not been paid by the drawee C. Where such check, draft or order is protested on the ground of insufficiency of funds or cred­ it. me notice of protest thereof shall be adm<ssible as proof of presentation non-payment and protest and shall be pnma facie evidence of intent to defraud and knowledge of insufficient funds or credit with such bank or other depository Sec 3 PENALTY The penalty for a person convicted of the violation shall be a fine of not more than five hundred dol­ lars (S500 00) and costs of prosecution and cost recovery or by imprisonment of not more than ninety (90) days or both such fine and imprisonment m the discretion of the court. Each act of this violation and every day upon which any such violation shall occur snail constitute a separate offense Sec 4 EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance snail take effect ten (10) days after publication thereof Adopted 1-2-2002 Effective 1-18-2002 Township Clerk �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 8, 2002 Pay raises recommended for Caledonia Twp, Board by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A compensation commis­ sion is recommended pay raises of between 6 and 10 percent for Caledonia Town­ ship Board members. The commission found lo­ cal pay rates very low when compared with other town­ ships, and at the Jan 2 board meeting made the recom­ mendations for increases for board members to occur over the next two years. Twenty-five different townships were the basis for comparison. Most townships and counties had full-time positions, so for a part-time position the commission re­ duced the salaries propor­ tionately. Job duties and general responsibilities were evaluated for comparison to other townships. Because of the limited time provided for their evaluation, the points com­ pared in their survey were limited. The basis used was to select townships with similar populations and state equalized valuation (SEV). The supervisor, treasurer and trustee positions were recommended for a 10 per­ cent increase per year while the clerk's position was to be increased by 6 percent. Increases recommended were less for the clerk be­ cause that salary is closer to the midpoint range for that job than the others. The midpoint range was established as an average between the lowest and highest salaries examined for that position with similar hours and duties. For in­ stance, the range was be­ tween $22,000 and $42,000 for a part-time supervisor. Therefore, the mid-point range for a part-time super­ visor position is $33500. Specifically, the supervi­ sor (less than full time) was recommended at a pay rate of $23,452 for the rest of 2002 and $25,797 in 2003. The treasurer would re­ ceive a salary of $27,748 in 2002, and $30,523 the next year. The midpoint salary range for a 30-hour per week treasurer was $31,000. The clerk, who has years of tenure, would be paid at the rate of $28,090 in 2002, and $29,775 in 2003. The midpoint range for the clerk in the study was $29,500. Under the commission’s recommendation, the trus­ tees would be paid $88 per meeting this year, and $97 pet meeting next year. Extra meetings and service on committees was not ad­ dressed in the report and may be discussed at the Jan. 16 meeting. The mid-point per diem rate for trustees is $167. The citizen compensation commission was appointed last month to evaluate and recommend township offi­ cials' salaries for the coming year. Its members were Chairperson Mary Christi. Carl Johnson. Katherine (Kay) Newell. William (Bill) Zourdos. and John Bu­ chan. picked for their exper­ tise in accounting and finan­ cial fields. Zourdos said the group met about eight times and in addition spent many hours in research, phone calls and discussions with various governmental officials. (The commission members were not compensated for their time.) The report was presented in written form, and the ver­ bal report was given by Zourdos. Zourdos noted "Caledonia is experiencing explosive growth, rivaling other townships, at rates from 40 to 50 percent, and can be expected to con­ tinue." He explained that the members felt low compensa­ tion should not be a deter­ rent to attracting and retain­ ing the best talent to fill offi­ cial positions. They wanted to bring salaries into a range commensurate with other townships, but in a fiscally responsible manner, and agreed to a two-year fiscal period to bring up the scale. The commission could re­ evaluate the situation again in two years. 2002 BARRY Home Show & Expo 2 FEB. 22, 23, 24 — at Barry County Expo Center — VENDORS 'I Sign Up NOW! * If you have a business that homeowners would benefit from RESERVE YOUR BOOTH SPACE *10' BOOTH - $280—for 3-day event * Side curtains, table & electrical hook-up provided k Trustee Richard Robert­ son questioned w hether a 20 percent increase in two years was responsible. Commissioners defended their recommendations be­ cause they said the salaries were so far below the aver­ age. They had chosen not to activate the increases ail in one year. Using the inflation index to raise salaries was also not enough to bring up the salaries. They felt the amount of township growth and official responsibility made it imperative to make the salaries commensurate with others in comparable positions in other govern­ mental units. They main­ tained that the 6 and 10 per­ cent increases were already on the conservative side. Newell said if the town­ ship in the future is to attract and retain responsible peo­ ple the increases are needed, and if the board wants to take that risk, it could vote the recommendation down. Clerk Pat Snyder pointed out that the supervisor, clerk and treasurer in addition to spending time in the office, attended the same meetings as the trustees, but were not paid extra. Snyder also spends a great deal of extra time overseeing business connected with cemeteries. State law provides two methods to raise officials’ salaries. One is by a board resolution which was chosen last year. The other method is to follow the recommen­ dation by a citizen commis­ sion. The commission meets every two years in odd years, according to state law. If the board does nothing, the pay increases will go into effect in 30 days from the date of their recommen­ dation. The recommendation must be defeated by a twothirds vote of the board to overturn it. The commission referred to an MT A study for a com­ parison of salaries in the re­ search. but the members felt some of the data was out of date, and used their own sur­ vey to validate their recom­ mendation. The commis­ sioners did question the clerk and treasurer exten­ sively to determine the du­ ties they perform for basis of comparison with other town­ ships. CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA REGULAR MEETING CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP January 2, 2002 Present. Supervisor Bryan Harrison, Clerk Pat Snyder, Treasurer Jill Cardwell, Trustee Bill Bravata, Trustee Wally Bujak, Trustee Richard Robert­ son, and Trustee Larry Stauffer. Also Present: Manager/Planner Zylstra, Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citizens. The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF): None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None ORDINANCE - SECOND READING - CHECK VIOLA­ TION ORDINANCE - CHECKS Township board, from page 11 welcomed him to exchange more of his ideas with the planning commissioners. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said Curtis was an appli­ cant for a seat on the Plan­ ning Commission. DRAWN WITHOUT SUFFI­ CIENT FUNDS OR ON A CLOSED ACCOUNT (CRIMI­ NAL)': Discussion was held Terry Heiss from the Check Enforcement Unit discussed check enforcement Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to adopt check violation ordinance - checks withdrawn without suffi­ cient funds or on a closed account (Criminal) Roll call vote. Ayes. Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak and Stauffer Nay: Robertson MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCE - SECOND READING - CHECK VIOLA­ TION ORDINANCE - COLLEC­ TION OF EXPENSES RELAT­ ING TO THE HANDLING AND ENFORCEMENT OF DISHON­ ORED CHECKS': Ed Fischer of 7768 Alaska questioned the jurisdiction of enforcement, Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt a check viola­ tion ordinance - collection of expenses relating to the han­ dling and enforcement of dis­ honored checks. Roll call vote Ayes: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak, and Stauffer. Nay: Robertson MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION - A RESOLU­ TION TO SET THE COST RECOVERY FEES FOR ENFORCEMENT OF DISHON­ ORED CHECKS’: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to set the cost recovery fees for enforcement of dishonored checks. Roll call vote Ayes: Harrison. Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak, and Stauffer. Nay: Robertson. MOTION CARRIED. REPORT AND RECOMMEN­ DATIONS - FROM THE LOCAL OFFICERS COMPENSATION COMMISSION : Carl Johnson of 9215 Andrew Farms of the Compensation commission dis­ cussed the findings and recom­ mends Increase the salaries as follows - Clerk 6%. Treasurer 10%. Supervisor 10% and the Trustees 10% lor 2 years Bravata thanked the commis­ sion. Discussion was held Ed Fischer commented on salary increases MOTION • EXTENSION OF SERVICES BY ED VANDERVRIES (FOR JANUARY, 2002): Moved Bravata second Bujak to extend Zoning Administration services by Ed VanderVnes for January 2002 Ayes: Harrison, Bravata. Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Snyder and Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: None PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Doug Curtis of 6940 76th St discussed lumens Discussion was held ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Harrison to adjourn Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. 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Middleville, ML/January 8. 2002/Page 13 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Criticism of COA plans uniformed To the editor: In defense of the hard working men and women who last year faithfully de­ livered 44,768 Meals on Wheels, served 7,459 Friendship Center meals, provided 2,120 hours of bath service, cleaned homes for 4,305 hours, gave 1,438 hours of respite care, as­ sisted with 564 transports, completed 176 in-home as­ sessments, provided 1,262 hours of minor home repair and counseled 54 grandpar­ ents raising their grandchil­ dren, I feel compelled to re­ spond to some of the misin­ formation contained in Wil­ liam Nesbitt’s letter pub­ lished last week. It’s always troubling to read letters to the editor from members of the com­ munity who choose to "'go public" with their grievances without ever contacting the agency with whom they have disagreement. Such is the case with Mr. Nesbitt. From his letter, I under­ stand that Mr. Nesbitt at­ tended the first of five com­ munity input forums spon­ sored recently by the Barry County Commission on Ag­ ing. If he learned about the forums from one of our many public notices, he would have known that their purpose was to collect infor­ mation from the public on the types of services they felt should be offered to older adults in Barry iMichael Evans Painting <&' Wall Covering I Irttcrior/Exterior Over 10 years OF QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP Call 795-3133 County. It was intentionally designed to provide citizens with an opportunity to tell us what is important to them and senior citizens in their community. It was a deliber­ ate part of a planning proc­ ess that solicits citizen input to assist the board and staff in being more responsive to community needs. It is widely agreed that the most honest and useful information comes from us­ ing an unbiased facilitator to conduct these types of ses­ sions. Mr. Nesbitt is terribly un­ informed about the Commis­ sion on Aging s health serv­ ices that "could just as easily be provided by the Health Department, just as they are in most of the surrounding counties." Health services provided by the Commission on Aging (personal care, homemaking and respite) and most Commissions on Aging around the state are quite different from the skilled nursing services of­ fered by most health depart­ ments and home care agen­ cies. Our programs reach out to seniors in need who are not eligible for skilled care paid through Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. Our clients are all individually assessed by a registered nurse and receive service from nurses aides. Our cli­ ents live daily with debilitat­ ing illnesses like ALS, Park­ inson's, cancer, arthritis, congestive heart failure, Alzheimer’s Disease and strokes. When people like Mr. Nesbitt say that we serve very few people because his acquaintances are not inter­ ested in "hanging out with a bunch of old people," he in­ sults the 800-plus seniors who remain independent in their homes in Barry County because of strong family support and excellent care from agencies like the Com­ mission on Aging. Mr. Nesbitt criticizes our facility plan in spite of never having attended a review of that plan by the Commission on Aging Board or the Barn County Facilities & Property Committee. He alludes to a $1.2 million facility millage that has never been re­ quested by the COA Board nor the Barry County Board of Commissioners. He states that there are no new serv­ ices proposed, in complete ignorance of the adult day services program, arts and crafts, and expanded volun­ teer and enrichment activi­ ties being planned in con­ junction with the new facil­ ity. The Barry County Com­ mission on Aging has a strong history of working to­ gether with local govern­ ments and local partners. In 1999 we presented our an­ nual report at meetings in ail 16 townships, making our­ selves available to answer questions. We routinely mail information and announce­ ments to all municipalities in Barry County. Our 2000 Annual Report appeared as a full-page ad in the county­ wide Reminder. Oui board members represent varying sections of the county and we work very hard to keep the county commissioners, township representatives and service clubs informed of every aspect of our serv­ ices. We learned a lot by going out into the communities during our public input fo­ rums. The most valuable les­ son we learned is that we need to work harder with all people in all areas of the county to inform them of the services available. We are committed to that task, and invite anyone with questions to phone the agency at 948-48S6 and speak directly with me or any board member. Or per­ haps you could ask one of the 800-plus senior citizens currently receiving services. I'm sure they could tell some pretty compelling stories about the caring, profes­ sional services they receive. Tammy R Pennington, Executive Director. Barry County COA TK schools schedule open house hours Thornapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent Midge Pippe! will hold open officehours at the admini­ stration building rom 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday. Jan. 14. This is an opportunity for community residents to bring their concerns to the superintendent. Please call the administration building at 795-3313 for more infor­ mation. The next open office hours with the superinten­ dent will be on Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 9 30 to 10:30 a.m. Age of discrimination isn’t over To the editor: In history class we learned about the years of discrimi­ nation against black people and the racial issues that occurred. It is now the year 2001/02, but for some rea­ son what we thought was finally over is still consid­ ered an issue, not with our fellow classmates but with the principal of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Every winter in TK tradi­ tion. a senior auction is held. This is where all seniors have the opportunity to raise money for local charities for the holidays. Teachers and students can big on any senior in the auction and whoever bids the highest is allowed to dress that student up any way they want, with­ in reason, for one day. Three friends and I were excited because it was final­ ly our chance to be in the senior auction, the last mem­ orable event until our gradu­ ation. We bought each other and decided to do something fun as a group, to dress like “Destiny’s Child,” one of our favorite vocal groups. We bought all the clothes and makeup the night before and woke up extra early the next day. This was the day that everyone would get dressed in whatever they had to wear and parade around school. Since everyone knows that “Destiny’s Child” is not a white female vocal group, we decided that we would WILLIAM GAVIN RUSTY KERMEEN paint ourselves brown. of my skin. It was one of the When it was time for every­ worst feelings that I’ve ever one to line up in the gy m for had and I wish never to the parade, we put on our experience it again. outfits and walked to the Why must Mrs. Zack back of the line. make this an issue in our W’hile we were in line we school, when we are taught got to see how some of the that it it wrong to discrimi­ other seniors were dressed. nate? Guys dressed as girls, guys Here’s one more question. and girls dressed as over­ Had a black student painted weight people, girls dressed his or her body white as pregnant woman, some­ because of someone they one was dressed as a admired would the principal Mexican and even our male have made them w^sh the vice principal was dressed in Taint off too? a tutu. Everyone looked like Bethany Holes. Shauna they were having fun, Brice. Jenny Fisher. including us. Rachael Stowell Then, Ellen Zack (our Middleville principal) singled us out in front of everyone. She told us that because of our color (brown paint) we were dis­ criminating and we would not be allowed to walk through the school in the parade. For the first time in my life I got to see what it feels like to be discriminated against because of the color Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News Action-Ads. Over Your Head in Debt? 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Ml January 8, 2002 TK wrestlers 2nd at Lamb by Matt Cowall Sports Editor The Middleville-TK var­ sity wrestling team earned three individual champion­ ships and medalled in 10 of 14 weight classes to place second out of nine teams at the 40th annual LH Lamb Wrestling Tournament in Hastings on Saturday. Lakewood placed eleven wrestlers and edged the Tro­ jans 165 to 160 for first place. Host Hastings was third with 141.5 points, fol­ lowed by Grand Ledge (105.5), Petoskey (82), Delton (76), Charlotte (65), Harper Creek (58) and Ionia (7). Josh Bowerman took first at 112 pounds. Mike McKe­ own finished first at 119 and Pat McKeown won at 130. Kyle Flctke (135) and Mark Price (160) placed TK's Josh Bowerman survived this hold to win at 112 second for the Trojans. Placing third were Ryan pounds. Flctke (125), Josh Tobias (171), Matt Erb (189) and Alec Belson (215). Daync Flctke placed fourth at 140. TK (12-3, 2-0 in the O-K Blue) hosts Belding on Thursday at 7 p.m., immedi­ ately followed by a recep­ tion in the high school cafe­ teria to celebrate coach Tom Lehman’s 500th career vic­ tory. On Saturday, the Trojans host the TK Duals tourna­ ment, with wrestling begin­ ning al 9 a.m. TK 70. Byron Center 3 TKs Pat McKeown (top). The Trojans gave coach The Trojans make nice for the cameras following their second-place finish at the Lamb. Tom Lehman his 500th ca­ reer victory in dominating fashion at Byron Center on Jan. 3. Winners for TK were Alec Belson (215 pounds, 10-7), heavyweight Randy Benedict (pin), Stephanie Simon (103, 10-1), Josh Bowerman (112, pin). Mike McKeown (119. 14-2), Pat McKeown (130, pin), Kyle Fletke (135. pin). Shawn Reil (145, technical fall), Pat Jansen (152, pin), Mark Price (160, pin) and Josh Tobias (171. pin). Dayne Fletke (140) and Matt Erb (189) each won by forfeit. TK’s Mike McKeown (right). Caledonia wrestlers clean up at Kenowa The Caledonia varsity wrestling team rode seven pins to a 51-25 O-K Gold win at Kenowa Hills on Jan. CALEDONIA BASKETBALL ROUND-UP The Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball team looks to return to its winning ways this Friday after two losses at the Kentwood Tourna­ ment over winter break. The Fighting Scots (3-3, 2-1 in the O-K Gold) suf­ fered their third loss in a row on Dec. 29 to East Ken­ twood, 73-55. They return to conference play with a three-game home stand, be­ ginning at 7:30 on Friday night against Wayland. JV Report The JV Scots split their games at the Kentwood Tournament on Dec. 27 and 29. In the first game, Ionia handed the JV its first loss of the season by the narrow­ est of margins, 51-50, de­ spite 14 points from Brad Swartz, 13 from Mike Mesccar and seven from Mike . Morgan. The JV came back to win the consolation game 50-40 against Portage Northern. Abe Mulvihill sparked the JV (5-1, 4-0 in the O-K Gold) with 16 points. Mesecar scored 12, Swartz had 11 and Ryan Rogers had eight. 3. Coach Jim Maxim singled out the “outstanding per­ formances” of Adam Rohrer (pin), Caleb Zandstra (pin), Jimmy Haisma (pin) and David Villerreal (decision). Other winners by pin were Seth Temple, Corey Kilmartin, Jake Klapmust and Curt VanderHeide. Steve Marion won by de­ fault. The Fighting Scots sent two teams to invitationals on Saturday at Wyoming Rogers and Godwin. Caledonia results for both meets were not available by press time. The Scots host conference foe Cedar Springs on Thurs­ day at 7 p.m., then compete at the Athens Invitational on Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 AU Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^ �The Sun and News. Middleville. 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Ml • 891-69M (Conveniently located in the Crossings Plaza) •>' Authentic Chinese Cooking Mondax -Thursday 11 Warn loWpm Fnday IlDOamto KhOOpm Saturday 3 W to 900 pm Sunday : 12:00 to 5:00 pm w st.s.a. SUNDAY SPECIAL: Order any entree of $7 or more A receive FREE egg roll/egg drop soup. \ abd on dnnn only please. ADULT DANCE CLASS Gitas) yw Wg@ HELP WANTED: Caledonia Subway is seeking organized mature individual, full & part time help. Flexible hours, day-evenings. Apply at Caledonia Subway, 8980 Rodgers Plaza MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333 FOP. MOPE IHFOP.MaTJON PLBASE CALL 5-J �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 8. 2002 IK to honor Lehman's 500th win with reception Thursday by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Middleville-TK varsity wrestling coach Tom Leh­ man earned his 500th career victory last Thursday when the Trojans trounced Byron Center 70-3. This Thursday, Jan. 10, the TK athletic department will hold a reception honor­ ing the milestone following a home dual match against Belding. Wrestling begins at 7 p.m., with the reception immediately after the match in the high school cafeteria. Ixhman, 500-138-7 in 30 years as TK’s coach, has presided over 14 O-K Blue Conference championship teams, and the 1996 team brought home the Class B state championship. “It (500 wins) isn’t any­ thing you plan on, but if you’re around long enough, the wins just kind of add up." Lehman said. “We con­ stantly try to upgrade our program and the level of competition we take on." When Lehman took over the fledgling TK program in 1972, an upgrade was des­ perately needed. In its first three years of existence, the Trojan wrestling team had gone through three different coaches and had never won a dual meet. Lehman brought with him a love of the sport and a competitive pedigree. He was a 145-pound state champ at Owosso High School and a two-time Mid American Conference run­ ner-up at 177 pounds for Western Michigan Univer­ sity. While at WMU. Lehman met Ron Winters, a current referee for the National Football League and a for­ mer director of intramural sports for WMU. Lehman ran intramural wrestling tournaments for Winters and began to develop an interest in coaching. He earned his teaching degree from WMU and was a student teacher and assis­ tant wrestling coach at Parchment High School for one year before being hired at TK. He taught Biology and Math for four years be­ fore switching to Physical Education. He also coached freshman* football for 23 years and was TK’s athletic director for six years. Lehman sites a number of factors for the success of the DIAMOND PROPANE, LLC 301 E. BROADWAY WOODLAND, MI 48897 616-367-9700 OR 866-579-9993 CALL OUR OFFICE TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR TANK SET. ASK ABOUT OUR EVERYDAY LOCKED IN LOW PRICE. 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Both Scott and everyone got used to Marvin and I arc teachers (at talking about wrestling. In­ the high school), and Tom terest in the sport started to Fletke is a counselor. Our pick up.” program is strong because Middleville’s interest in we know what’s going on wrestling has stayed up for a with the kids. We see them long time. “We’ve had 35 to and talk to them everyday 40 kids on the high school (at school). That’s a plus for team for around 20 years our program.” straight,” Lehman said. Lehman’s involvement in “We’ve had over 50 for the the sport extends beyond the last three or four years. high school season, as he di­ There must be 10 kids on rects the high school divi­ this year’s team whose fa­ sion of the Michigan Fre­ thers or uncles wrestled for estyle Wrestling program. us years ago. We get great It’s a lifestyle he enjoys. support in Middleville.” “I couldn’t do this, and I Lehman also gives much wouldn’t, if I wasn’t having credit to the consistency and fun,” he said. dedication of the TK coach­ TK suffers first 0-K Blue loss of season The Middleville-TK var­ sity boys’ basketball team suffered its first league loss of the season on Friday night, falling 66-59 at Ham­ ilton. The Hawkeyes led by as many as 15 in the second quarter before settling for a 37-26 lead over the Trojans at the break. “We really struggled from the start and throughout the entire first half,” TK coach Kurt Holzhueter said. “We just didn’t have a lot of en­ ergy.” The Trojans made some adjustments and closed to within 52-50 after three, but couldn’t get over the hump in the fourth, and Hamilton hit the free throws it had to have late. “We did a very, very poor job of challenging their shooters,” Holzhueter said. My last words out of the locker room (before the game) were that they could only beat us one way — with their shooting — and that’s exactly what they did.” TK made more field goals (24 to 22) and outrebounded Hamilton 35-27, but the Hawkeyes hit 12 of 27 three-point attempts to keep the Trojans at arm’s length. Chris Finkbeiner led the Trojans with 24 points. Brian Ycazel had 18 points and nine rebounds. Holzhueter had praise for the play of senior guard Dave Dcvormcr, who scored seven. “Devormer had an outstanding game. He was very aggressive, played good defense, and showed solid floor leadership.” Middleville (5-2, 3-1 in the O-K Blue) hosts Hast­ ings tonight at 7:30 before returning to conference play at Coopersville on Friday. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-01-15.pdf 68719411459ba07d49eb1048457baa21 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST . i hi^JeS^ fidiWFfe-- . i b ii'tfirMri Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 3/January 15, 2002 Yankee Springs board may help with Patterson paving by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club came to the Yankee Springs Township meeting Thursday, Jan. 10, to seek assistance for the paving of Patterson Road. Club President Marjory Richards described how re­ paving with wide shoulders would make the road safer for drivers, walkers, adults and children. “One of our members was pushed off her bicycle by a car brushing by her,” Rich­ ards said. “We hope that you can assist Wayland Town­ ship pay for this repaving.” Township Supervisor Al McCrumb told Richards. “I really appreciate your work to get this done. We were told last year that Patterson would not be repaved until at least 2003 or 2004. Your efforts definitely moved the schedule up.” Trustee Jack Finkbeiner discussed possible repaving projects in the township on Shaw Lake and Wildwood roads. With additional funds needed for gravel and dust control, road work in the township will cost at least $71,000 for this coming year. McCrumb will be meeting with representatives of the Allegan County Road Com­ mission and Wayland Town­ ship to iearn about costs of the project and see what kind of contribution Yankee Springs could make to cover the cost of repaving the shoulder in the township. Patterson Road is a boundary road between Al­ legan and Barry Counties. This is one of the roads over which Allegan County has authority. Barry County does the same for other boundary roads. McCrumb and Finkbeiner assured Richards that a deci­ sion on contributing to the repaving will be announced at the Feb. 14 meeting of the township. In other business Clerk Jan Lippert asked the trus­ tees to consider possible in­ surance guarantees for hall rental. No further rentals will be made while the township works out how to be sure that those who rent the hall pay for the insur­ ance coverage. The township will contact See Patterson paving, pg, 2 131th year Three Vintage Village pieces still available These three Vintage Village pieces are still available for purchase From left are the the 2001 piece, the Arcade Theater, the first piece in the series the Prairie School, and the Middleville Methodist Church. of Middleville began creat­ to bring a date in Mid­ ing a Vintage Village of his­ dleville. Its inclusion in the When the Village Players toric landmarks they had no Vintage Village series reidea that the little wooden, minds everyone when thea­ flat houses would be so ters were part of downtown popular. and movies really were Of the nine that have been movies. issued in the series, three are Each building in the seproving a site plan that meets village requirements, still available — the Prairie ries costs $15. For informa­ would control the flow of Budd hopes to move his op­ School, the Middleville tion on obtaining these Vin­ storm water from its site and eration into the building by United Methodist Church tage Village buildings, call and the Arcade Cinema. Cheryl Cravero at 795-7868. provide good screening to the end of this month. The next in the scries will the residential areas to the In other Village Planning west. Commission business last be announced this summer, There is more than ade­ week, Eldon Newmyer was but these three would make quate parking for the current renamed chairman. He has the core of an excellent col­ employees and predicted served on the commission lection. The Prairie School was growth in the work force. for 17 years. Rick Winans The site plan also will de­ was named vice chair and the location of the Mid­ sign outdoor lighting that new member Ray Peters was dleville Ladies Literary Club, which used to put on will not be intrusive to the named secretary. neighbors. Also attending her first plays for the community. The UAW 1002 Veterans Village Planner Geoff meeting was Catherine When the Village Players Moffat said that Production Beyer. Peters and Beyer are began the Vintage Village Committee at Bradford Solutions is willing to work filling vacancies left by the series, they selected the White and American Legion with an adjoining developer resignation of Nikki Miller Prairie School in honor of Post 140 in Middleville is having a food and winter that tradition. to make sure that the land­ and Cathy Williamson. The red bricks of the Mid­ coat drive for homeless vet­ scaping and drainage solu­ Winans reported on the tions work out for the resi­ work being done by the dleville United Methodist erans in the area. Charles Pullen says, “We dential developer. communities along M-37 church are a landmark in the If Production Solutions and by Barry County repre­ community. Each year the need your help to make sure provides a site plan that sentatives to provide a con­ Village Players present a none of our veterans suffers sistent language for zoning. Christmas play as a gift to this winter.** Drop off boxes for nonEventually this will make the community in the sanc­ sure that the rules and lan­ tuary of the church after the perishable food and winter guage used along the corri­ conclusion of the Christmas coats are at the guard’s desk parade. at Bradford White and at the dor are the same. The Arcade Cinema, be­ Middleville Marketplace su­ Right now, Winans says, fore it closed, was the place permarket. “there is very little similarity in the language used in ordi­ nances along the corridor.” Moffat reported that work on the master plan is con­ tinuing and that once maps are available the next chap­ Half days planned at TK Schools ters will be distributed. this week Sometime late this spring Caledonia High School has its first more public workshops will Math Convention be scheduled on the progress of the master plan. Thornapple Planning Commission to The next meeting of the meet at TK High Middleville Planning Com­ mission is February 5 at 7 Two Coldwater properties’ site plans pm in the village hall. approved by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New tenant found for Lescoa building by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Production Solutions Inc. needed to find more space for its two-year-old contract manufacturing business, and the vacant Lescoa building in Middleville looked like a perfect fit for the company. The building offers space for manufacturing, ware­ house space, parking and room for growth. The Lescoa building, at 9(M) E. Main St. in Mid­ dleville, has been vacant for the past two years. It is zoned 1-1 or light industrial. Production Solutions re­ quested a special use permit from the Middleville Plan­ ning Commission to allow manufacturing in a light in­ dustrial area. David Budd told commis­ sioners that the company makes parts for the automo­ tive and furniture industries, as well as other businesses. He predicted that the com­ pany would employ 50 to 60 in the next four to six years. The commissioners said they were concerned that the company be “a good neigh­ bor" to the residential use around the property. Budd told the commission that there would be no out­ door storage on the site. He said he is willing to work within the restrictions sug­ gested by village staff for the special use. The commission ap­ proved the special use and then authorized a committee to work with Budd on ap- Coat drive under way for veterans In This Issue By the end of the month the Lescoa building on State Road in Middlev he w4l have a new tenant. �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002 Kolanowski elected president, Rotary broom to help CEO at Hastings City Bank llje board of directors of Hastings City Bank has announced the election of Mark A. Kolanowski to pres­ ident and Chief executive officer. Kolanowski succeeds Robert E. Picking, who announced his retirement effective Dec. 31. Hastings City Bank is headquartered in Hastings, and has six offices located in Barry, Eaton, Allegan and Kent counties. Kolanowski began his banking career with the Mark Kolanowski Salon. Inc. Elite Odour 4 Superb Stifle (616) 691-1272 9954 Cherry Valley Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Your Full Service Salon Start the New Year with a New You! HAIRCUT, STYLE & COLOR...$50.00 National Bank of Detroit (now Bank One) in 1986. He joined Hastings City Bank in 1993 as consumer loan offi­ cer at the Hastings office. In 1998, he was promoted to assistant vice president branch executive and in January 2000 to executive vice president and chief operating officer. At the same time, he joined the board of directors. Kolan­ owski was elected president and chief operating officer in January 2001. Kolanowski holds a bach­ elor’s degree in business administration from Alma College and a master of business administration de­ gree from Western Michigan University. He is a graduate of the Robert M. Perry School of Banking at Central Michigan University and the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He is a member and direc­ tor of the Hastings Kiwanis Club, vice president and board member of the Barry County United Way, Finance Committee member at St. Rose Church in Hastings, a member of the Barry Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee and various trade organizations. - Also Retail Products — Another birthday has come and gone. You knew what your chronological age is...but do you know what your body’s age is? «ke a step towards better health and more energy and help a worthy cause r A while finding out what your body is* While your chronological age is cleanup in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Mid­ dleville Village Council are hoping that the new rotary broom they purchased for the tractor will help with cleanup projects in the vil­ lage. The broom was priced at $2,697 and the soft sided cab at $2200 will help the workers in the DPW re­ spond to winter time pro­ jects with a little more com­ fort. The rotary broom does not replace the contract the village has with a street cleaning service to clean the roads twice a year. The board also approved TK Learning Center Story Hour planned "Wonderful Winter" will be the theme for the January Story Hour with Ann Noah at the TK Learning Center Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. Noah will be sharing win­ ter stories, songs and other activities with 2- to 4-yearold children, who can come hear the story, "The Mitten," sing about "Frosty" and do some "cool" crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please call TK Commu­ nity Ed at 795-3397 to regis­ ter. Patterson paving, from page 1 its insurance carrier and oth­ ers to find out the cost of li­ ability insurance. The board decided to im­ pose fines for civil infrac­ tions. For the first infraction the fine is $100. For the sec­ ond within a 24-month pe­ riod the fine is $200 and for the third, $500. McCrumb noted that township costs were often involved in correcting prob­ lems. Court judgments have only assessed court costs, with the township receiving no funds. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board is on Thursday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. extending the sewer hookup contract with the Thomberry Apartments for one year. The price was raised to $1,456 per hookup for each of the 24 apartments in the two remaining buildings. The agreement includes language that requires the developer to pay for the hookups this year, whether or not the buildings are con­ structed. This is a “very good deal” for the Thornberry apart­ ments, but the 4 percent ad­ ditional on the cost of each hookup does match what the village might be earning in interest. Middleville Unit Supervi­ sor Sergeant Tony Stein in­ troduced Erik Gustafson, the new sheriff’s deputy in the village. Council President Lon Myers asked Gustafson fort his feelings about being in a small town. Gustafson said. “I have no reservations about being here. I am look­ ing forward to interacting with residents and meeting everyone." Stein also announced that there is still one vacancy in the reserve unit. Anyone in­ terested in filling out an ap­ plication can leave a mes­ sage for him at the village hall. Council approved allow­ ing Charles Krammin to have participants in a hike camp at the Crane Road field area on the night of June 24. Krammin will sup­ ply sanitary facilities and water for the hikers. Middleville area senior citizens to meet Jan. 21 Senior citizens will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, in the Senior Community Room. Guest speaker will Deb Jones, librarian at the TK Community and School Li­ brary. She plans to discuss current releases and share some recommendations that may be of interest to the group. Join in the fun! Call 795-3397 to register. Area seniors also are in­ vited to sign up for a Valen­ tine luncheon at NOEL Res­ taurant in Jamestown Thurs­ day, Feb. 14. Lunch will be ham, potato and a vegetable with turtle dove pie for des­ sert. 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The roads of the county are transformed as hundreds of bicycle riders, including those on tandems and recumbents make their way through the miles and hours of the event. Fathers Day weekend again will find lots of fami­ lies cheering on the dads try­ ing to complete as many loops as possible. There are awards, including mileage pins and trophies, but for many it is all about meeting a personal goal. In 2001. riders completed a total of 98.799 miles. All participants must fin­ ish the first loop of 125 miles and at least one of the 22-mile long second loops before attempting the sixmile night loops. This year’s ride is limited to 550 riders who must be 18 years or older. Entries will not be ac­ cepted after June 8. Entry forms are available by writ­ ing the National 24-Hour Challenge. 2212 College Ave. SE. Grand Rapids. Mi Middleville woman earns designation Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Weyer of St. Peters, Mis­ souri announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Nicole Elizabeth, to Eric Paul, the son of Mr and Mrs. Paul Wicringa of Mid­ dleville. Nicole is a graduate of In­ diana Wesleyan University and is employed at Wentzville School Dist., Wentzville, Missouri Eric is a senior Art/lllustration student at Indiana Wesleyan University. A May 18 wedding is planned. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Paula Lynne Allen and Jeffrey Donald Porter will be married May 12, 2002. The bride-to-be is a gradu­ ate of Caledonia High School and a sophomore at Eastern Kentucky Univer­ sity in Richmond, KY. pur­ suing an associates and bachelors degree in parale­ gal sciences. She and her parents, Bryan and Pat Allen, are of Caledonia, Ml. The future groom will graduate from Eastern Ken­ tucky University this spring with a bachelors of science in police administration. He and his parents, David and Mary Porter, are from Toma­ hawk, KY. Jeffrey has been involved in ROTC through­ out his college experience and is a second lieutenant in the United States Army. He will receive his presidential commission this spring. QU .. ® January is Customer appreciation month!!!! ’' Terril Gregor of Hastings Mutual Insurance has earned the designation of certified business continuity planner from the Disaster Recovery Institute International. The designation is achieved through a demon­ strated knowledge of busi­ ness continuity and the dis­ aster recovery process. A certified planner must pos­ sess at least two years of sig­ nificant practical experience and must pass a written cer­ tification examination. The Disaster Recovery Institute is a non-profit orga­ nization established in 1988 by a group of industry pro­ fessionals to promote a com­ mon base of knowledge through education. DR1I requires its certified profes­ sionals to adhere to a strict code of ethics. It sets the industry standard for knowl­ edge in 10 subject areas including plan development, Book discussion set at library 49507. Riders can register online at www.active.com. The registration fee is $45 pr person before April 30. The fee rises to $60 before May 30 and to $80 between May 30 and June 8. Registration ends when 550 entrants pay their non-refundable fees. Organizers remind riders that this is not a catered tour. Bicycles and bicyclists should be in good condition. Helmets must be worn and riders must follow all traffic rules. Riders have praised the route and the event in Mid­ dleville. From the optional spaghetti dinner to the free breakfast for riders at the Caledonia McDonald's on Sunday, riders share their accomplishments and tech­ niques. stay awake and have fun. Riders can set up tents outside the high school or roll out their sleeping bags at the high school on Friday night to be ready for the 8 a.m. start on a Saturday. Those w ho can keep up at least a 12-mile-per-hour pace on the first loop will qualify for the additional loops and the chance to "ride all night." Anyone interested in help­ ing with the event as a vol­ unteer may contact the or­ ganizers by calling 616-2411969. Information about the National 24-Hour Challenge is available online at www.n24c.org. J B HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. "Working For YOUf” • Experience • Integrity • Service Terril Gregor implementation and testing. Gregor also holds a char­ tered property casualty underwriter designation. She lives in Middleville. MILLER MEANS... Middleville Office 317 Arlington, M-37 (616) 795-3305 Judy Harrison 868-0050 • 1-800-217-0712 Millerli REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg CRS. Assoc Broker* Sales Manager Karen Brown Debbie Erway Craig Stolsonburg 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 795-7272 795-9331 623-8357 795-4470 Gun Lake Office I28OO W. M-179 Highway (616) 792-2202 Ray Diehl, GRI 948-8225 948-8225 Louise Diehl Sarah Ulrich 623-4287 627-74.17 Al Kulikauskas 795-37.11 Vickie Murphy Carole Schicvink 672-7405 Mike Humphreys, crs.gri BROKER & OWNER The Caledonia branch of Kent District Library invites adult readers to get together at the library for a friendly, informal discussion of some great books, as several KDL branches hold book discus­ sions in February. Copies of the featured title are available at each library’s checkout desk. The Caledonia branch, 240 Emmons St, Wednesday, Feb. 6. at 1 p.m. Discussion will be about “The Remorseful Day” by Colin Dexter. For more information about the book discussions, please call 891-1502. MLS 1. FREEPORT. Setting on nearly 1 acre, this cozy 2+ bedroom home features main floor laundry attached garage, detached garage, workshop and much more! Thornapple-Kel­ logg Schools. Call Bill at our Hastings office 945-5182 ......................................... $75,000 1289 OXBOW ROAD 2. MIDDLEVILLE. Get inside this 2 year old home* Great open floor plan with a fireplace in the living room On almost one acre All apph ances stay Your Host, Craig $144,900 Directions M-37 north to Old Farm Village, south to Oxbow. left to house Watch for our TOO NEW FOR PHOTO Local Habitat seeks old phone books 616-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Rd. Middleville, MI 49333 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONIA gy--- — Old phone books are needed to help out the local Habitat for Humanity chap­ ter. “All you hate to do is take them to the huge dumpster at St. Paul Lutheran Church at the comer of Kraft and 84th (8436 Kraft, in Caledonia.” said Habitat spokeswoman Sally Gless “Throw them in and we'll take care of the rest.” 4. MIDDLEVILLE. Setting on Over 2 1/2 acres this wonderful ranch features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, walkout basement Newer roof, fur nace, well pump tank and water softener Large poie bam Very private breathtaking \settmg Call Karen $141,000 • 5. MIDDLEVILLE. Great area of newer homes. Perfect site for walk-out or daylight basement? Wooded back yard Thomappie-Keiiogg Schools Cal Jean Chase at our Hastings office 945-5182 $27,000 . S. thorn APPLE TOWNSHIP. 1.79 acres located m the Caledonia School Distnct This lot is Io cated amongst very mce nomes near Duncan Lake Easy commute to Grand Rapids Call Ray $47,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS AND IN THE HOMES EXTRA OF GRAND RAPIDS MAGAZINE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002 Half days set for TK this week Thornapple Kellogg Schools students will only go to school for half a day Wednesday through Friday, Jan. 16-18 because of end of semester exams. High school students will be taking exams in the morning and then going home to study for their next tests. This is a new opportunity for students in the elemen­ tary grades and at the middle school. At the middle school, students will board their buses home at 10:30 a m. Elementary students will be on the way home at noon. Some families may have already taken the opportu­ nity to schedule doctor and dentist appointments, but for some these hours loom as possible empty, lazy times. The Sun and News has some suggestions for quality time. How long has it been since you and your family have attended a museum? This is a great time to ex­ plore the VanAndel Mu­ seum Center, Children s Mu­ seum or Grand Rapids Art Museum. There are great museums in Kalamazoo as well. Visit the library. PBS will present a four-hour produc­ tion on Mark Twain on Monday and Tuesday of that week. Perhaps you can start reading your favorite Mark Twain book out loud. The public libraries are not a place to leave unsuper­ vised children, but they can be a wonderful shared expe­ rience. At the library you can find both serious and funny cook books for children. Have your children plan a meal within a budget. Per­ haps they can pick the menu on Wednesday, go shopping for ingredients on Thursday and create the meal with adult help on Friday or plan a dress up meal with the good dishes, glasses and sil­ verware. By candlelight, even macaroni and cheese can be transformed into "pasta au gratin’ and lettuce salad into something much more elegant. If you have unmatched socks too good to throw away and children with imagination, have them cre­ ate a sock puppet show. Again the puppets can be created one day, the show rehearsed and then per­ formed. If the weather cooperates, you can go on a winter hike and draw pictures of what the world outside your back door is like. Write letters to grandpar­ ents, explore some of the wonderful and educational sites for kids on the Internet. While teachers are slog­ ging away doing planning during these half days, their students will come back to school refreshed (especially after having no school at all on Monday, Jan. 21, for the end of the marking period grades day). Everyone will be ready to meet the challenges of the last half of the year with vigor. Some of the ideas listed above are perfect for the un­ expected snow day. Families can create a box with recipes for bread or cookies you al­ ways wanted to try, craft ideas, books not yet read and more to keep everyone from boredom. For more ideas for half day or snow day activities, visit your local library and talk to your student's teacher. FIRST BAPTIST LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY A Living Church - Serving a biting Lord Sunday .ScIkx>I............................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship ................ 10:45 a m. Evening Praise . . . .6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 ' Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. C 0 M M U 1 I T I CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship .......................... 1030 a.m. Youth Ministry ............................................891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev. Michael Stowell. Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org 1 Redeemer Jk Covenant Church A Member of the Evongelicol Covenant Churches of America Z" 9:30 ' AM Worship; 11:00 AM Chr. Ed.; 6:00 PM Wed. . Family . \Night Pastor Paul M. Hillman "We are changed by God 's love! ” 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 150 131st Ave.. Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun Lake) 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship........................................ 9:30 a.m Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class....................... 11:00 a m. Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m. 792-2889 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "4 Church with a caring heart for oar vummunirv and the world" Sundaj Worship »>30 rm and 6 00 p m (Child & A duh H Dun ng the School Year I Rei. R. Scoa Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office (616)891-1512 M-37 m 100th St 4 CALEDONIA £ UNITED METHODIST 259 \ me Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Ra* P Adams Pfcw 891-8440 Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service.......... 11:00 a m Sunday Evening Service............................. 6:00 p m Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer........................... 6:45p.m Word of Life Clubs.............................................. 6:45p.m. Ml 49348 • '<9S '903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you're at - ir.rough: Sunday Morning Worship .8:30 am. & II am. Sunday School for All Ages 9:45 a m Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service...........................6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday .6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday ................... 6:00 p m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pator NORMAN KNORR. Assocute Pastor 891-8028 • e-mail: leighton@iserv.net MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service . 10:00 a.m. Sunday School .................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Dyaaoac Mmmc Quality QuId Cart (6i6i 891-8167 COMMUNITY CMMFICM am! Programs WonaupHuws 960am aac 1036am CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Hultman • Church Office w w w lak e sidecom m uni ty org 9:30 am 10 45 a m 6:00 p m 8M-039I Communify o| Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St.. near WhitneyvHle Ave Church School. Sunday 9:45 a m Praise Singing 10 50 a.m. Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship 7 30 pm. Pastor Lloyd DeVormer, Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 897-7407 (ftfaintA < AiaU/uad t <6here* 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Seryic« Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 1‘iclx'cl 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T Hustwick Qftje {Eime JrEletljobist Cljiirclj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor ___________ Phone 868E437 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service Z.(X) AM 9:30 AM 11G0 AM Sundag School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nurserg available Barner Free www.iserv.net/-ttpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ___________ Office g91-g6gg___________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES M-37 between Middleville &. Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for al! ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or wwu.peacechurch.ee nod &una THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Sen t ng The Risen Lord Sunday .Morning Worship 10:00 a m (Jr Church & Nursery available J Currently meeting at: Room Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitneyville Avenue. Alto Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue fft*i Cammuudy Compm/m GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M 179 (CWi Road) Worship Sen ice 830 a m and 11 00 a m Jr Church a HOOcnlyt Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Care amiable throughout the mortung Qiurch Office: 616-891-8669 Fax 891 8648 * * * caledomaumc org Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children's Pastor GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Jan. 20 - Guest Preacher: Rev. LJoyd Hanson Rev Norman Kohns M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Leighton Church \| \SK \ BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Ret . Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmeee Mommg Worship Mdde tie Momng Worshp Sunday School (Jr & Aaib, Winery • Grode 5 Sr rtgh - Sir Evenrvg Jr rtgr - Groaes 6-8 Hod Evening 9 30 a m 1100 o m 9 45 a m. 1100 am. 500-800 pm 600-7 30 p m Ret Lee Zachman Church Office Pnone - 795-9266 WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 6546 Wbtneyv-. e Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody n somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sinday School 930 am. Sunday Momng Woahp 10:30 am Meerrq a» cnope or. Wvmey/Se Ave Sunday E verwvg Naw 6 00 p m. Neo Mdwee* Prayer & &t>e Study 7 00 p m. <ev Thoma Suyi. Pastor • 5ev Kor* Soshor Assoc Pastor Reeve <zr-er/*eobeorg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002/Page 5 Doris L. Raver a daughter. Alice (Jerry) Bradley of Alto; grand­ daughters. Cheryl (Andy) Graham of Mattawan. Christina (Chris) Yoder of Watervliet. Carina (Jeff) Lasch of Hastings; three great grandsons; one great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband. Charles, in 1986; a brother and a sister. Services were held Marie M. Welton ALTO - Mane M. Welton, age 86, of Alto, passed away Thursday. Jan. 10, 2002 at Home of Hope Hospice Cutlerville Mrs. Mane M. Welton, was bom on Oct. 18, 1915 at Solon Township. Kent County, ML the daughter of Ray and Sarah (Mclling) Bloomfield. She was raised in the Grand Rapids area. Mrs. Welton retired in 1978 from Keebler Bakery, after 26 years of service. After her retirement she attended the Adult Edu­ cation program at Caledonia Community Schools and earned her high school diploma. She was marned to Harold Welton on Feb. 22. 1934 in Grand Rapids. She attended Gaines United Brethren Church for many years She is survived by her children, Shirley (Robert) Smith of Middleville. Bar­ bara (Richland) Rose of Caledonia. Butch (Donna) Welton of Caledonia, Sheila (Paul) Dykstra of Freeport; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one brother, Wayne (Lorraine) Scott of Grand Rapids; two sister-in-laws, Gladys Konkle of Grand Rapids, Patricia Shear of Grand Haven; many nieces and Ethan Kent Smith Ethan Kent Smith, aged 4 months, precious son of Darren and Robin Smith, journeyed from his earthly family to his Heavenly l ather on Saturday. Jan. 5, 2002 to watch over his sur­ vived loving sisters, Bnttny, Samantha, and Abigail, all at home; his grandparents, James and Vickie Sheler, Skot Eggebecn, William and Paulette De Hommel; his aunts and uncle, Emily Watson. Summer Eggebeen and Mark Dombush. Funeral services for Ethan were held Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002 at the MatthysseKuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). Pastor Christine Ruth officiated. Entombment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. AGREENRIDGE Realty wrrz,eu § ASSOCIATES 7 Call me today for your free home analysis. David Lawrence (616) 795-6044 y hl \ jf f) ij 1 a nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Harold E. Welton and son, Kenneth Welton. Funeral services were held Monday. Jan. 14. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chap­ el. Middleville. Pastor Mark Beers officiated. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery, Caledonia. Memorial contributions may be made to Home of Hope Hospice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Doris M. Petit CALEDONIA - Doris M. Pettit, age 76, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2002. She is survived by her husband. John L. Pettit of Caledonia; her brother-inlaw, Donald F. Pettit of California; and her nieces, Debbie and Renee. Funeral services for Doris were held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002 at the MatthysseKuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). Pastor Dan Matheny officiated. Interment at Alaska Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society or the Children’s Miracle Network. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraff Funeral Home, Caledonia. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS T.K. Secondary Menu • Make your Spring Quilt with Eleanor Burns’ new Rainbow O Florals* Collection Linen Look, Crinkle Rayon, \ Good Selection of Calico * Christmas Fabric On Sale as Marked QUESTIONS ASK US... 218 E State St Hastings • 945-9673 Hoist Clemen Pick-Up Station 1 Tuesday, Jan. 15 Pepperoni hot pocket or com dog on a stick, celery sticks w/p. butter, fresh grapes, milk. Wednesday, Jan. 16 No lunch 1/2 day. Thursday, Jan. 17 No lunch 1/2 day. Friday, Jan. 18 No lunch 1/2 day. Monday, Jan. 21 No School. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Macaroni and cheese w/dinner roll or breaded chick on a bun, com, peach­ es, milk. GRAND RAPIDS - Doris L. Raver. 92, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Hastings and Middleville died Friday, Jan. 11, 2002 at Crystal Manor in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Raver was bom on Jan. 19, 1909 in Anderson. Indiana, the daughter of Howard and Viola (Poore) Hartzell. She was raised in the Anderson, IN area and attended schools there, graduating in 1928 from Anderson High School. She then went on to attend Purdue University. She was married to Charles M. Raver on Dec. 24, 1931. The couple lived in Minnesota, Grand Rapids, had a blueberry farm in the Wayland/Moline area for several years, moved to Middleville in 1955 and to Hastings in 1985. Mrs. Raver was a wellknown seamstress, doing wedding dresses, finished quilts for Hastings fabric shops and various other sewing for many years. She was a member of Unity Church of Grand Rapids, enjoyed gardening, member of the Prairie Garden Club of Middleville, taught 4-H in the Middleville area for over 25 years. Mrs. Raver is survived by Monday. Jan. 14. 2002 at Wren Funeral. Rev. G. Kent Keller officiated. Burial was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland Home. 2100 Ravbrook Suite #303, Grand Rapids. MI 49546 or Alzheimers Disease Foundation. Arrangements wvre made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Living Truth 2 to perform at Leighton Methodist Church The gospel music group Living Truth 2 is scheduled to perform at Leighton United Methodist Church Sunday. Jan. 20 at the 8:30 and 11 a.m. worship ser­ vices. Living Truth 2 is a hus­ band and wife ministry team composed of Elroy and Tammie Kosters from Caro, Mich. The two combined play many antique and con­ temporary instruments, in­ cluding acoustic guitar, Appalachian dulcimer, bass guitar, guitar zither, key­ board, mandolin guitar. marxophone, mclodica, psaltry, recorder, soprano saxophone and wooden flute. They travel throughout Michigan presenting their ministry of music and occa­ sional drama sketch in com­ bination with their testi­ monies of a relationship with Jesus Christ. Leighton United Metho­ dist Church is located at 4180-2ndSt., on the corner of 2nd St and 142nd Avenue, between Middle­ ville and Dorr. cjtttfe 1 Jambs is accepting enrollment for 2nd semester Tuesday - Thursday for 3 year olds. 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. If we hove enough interests we will also have a Mon.-Wed. afternoon class available for 4 yr. olds from 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Don't miss this chance for a wonderful Christian education for your child. Call 616-554-3350 Teacher - Lori Bestrom LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. 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Ml/January 15. 2002 Caledonia High School has its first Math Convention Lindsay Wyma and Michele Bennett discuss an approach to solving a problem. (Photo courtesy of Jonathon Daniel) It wasn't all work and no play at the math convention. The students were treated to several musical arrangements by “The Inspirations" (pictured here) and “Zen.” (Photo courtesy of Jonathon Daniel). by Cathy L. Rueter NOW OPEN!!! c 795-0053 I 4611 North M-37 Hwy. (below the Middle Villa Inn) NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF Cam< in and too us at our now location. MA) tJjLHiM DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR TAXES? C&K Business Services, LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws. Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnsonts'ckbusserv.com 612 E Mai n Street Caledonia. MI 49316 Staff Writer Caledonia High School is at it again — making learn­ ing fun! About 65 Math III stu­ dents Saturday, Jan. 5, took part in the first annual Math Course III convention at Camp Manitou-Lin (be­ tween Middleville and Wayland). Ten pre-calculus students and five mathematics in­ structors also attended to as­ sist the Math III students with their questions. Several parents wereon hand in vari­ ous capacities to help make the convention a success. The mission of this con­ vention was to prepare the students for their final exam in Math Course III. It was an intense time of studying, im­ proving study skills and even having fun — all on a voluntary basis. It’s interesting to think of high school students volun­ tarily giving up a Saturday evening just to study, espe­ cially when no additional credit was given. But this wasn’t just any study ses­ sion. For $5, students were bused to Camp Manitou- Family Dentistry of Caledonia Lin, fed lots of pizza, pop and coffee, presented with math review packets and motivated with music by “The Inspirations” and “Zen.” They also worked hard on math problems and study skills. Approximately 85% of the Math Ill students at­ tended. Daryl Bronkema, CHS math instructor, the at­ mosphere was exciting and students made great use of their time. “These kids have worked hard in math class all semester long and this convention serves as a time of review and celebration of all the knowledge we have acquired in Math III,” he said. “It’s just another exam­ ple of these students’ desire and dedication to their learn­ ing and success.” “(Their volunteering) lends to the fact that our kids want to learn and we have to find the right ave­ nues for them to drive down to achieve that learning,” said Assistant Principal Jim Glazier. “Those kids didn’t have to be there. It was all voluntary.” Parents also seemed pleased with the convention. Mary Jo Leatherman ex­ pressed her thoughts. “It was a neat idea and it ran smoothly. For a Saturday night I was impressed at how hard the students worked.” The convention was well received by the students as well. Liam Gavin said. “It was a great idea!” Natalia Pawlicka said. “I liked it very much. It was a lot of studying, but it was nice to have fun with my friends. 1 liked the bands very much.” Continued next page Math Ins'ructor Gus Wagner assisting Allison Clark and Kristina Veltman (Photo courtesy of Jonathon Daniel). Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients NfU’ evening hours • VJe welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan Reserve your dote by the end of February and SAVE s100 on the Rental Fee SEATS UPTO 250 6661 Alden Nash • Alto a 8 rrJes East on 196 off trie 28th street Exit exit 52 (LoweVA/toj south two mdes 16-868-7244 616-795-2146 Owner: Sharon Haney �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 15, 2002/Page 7 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Paybacks for ‘heartless’ people? To the editor: I have been a resident of Middleville for many years and it seems every year someone takes it upon them­ selves for unknown reasons to try and start something. Over the years I have had the police, social services and animal control out to my house and they have left in the fashion they came here, wondering why they were sent for stupid reasons. Neither my children nor my pets have ever done any­ thing to anyone in this town, but kept to ourselves and helped anyone in need. But some heartless resi­ dent of the village took it upon him or herself to call out the police and have them come here to tell me that three not four dogs is the limit under the ordinance of this village so my children would get the chance of a lifetime to decide which one of their beloved pets must go I’d like this heartless per­ son to know my son cned himself to sleep and didn’t go to school the next day because he was so upset about all this. This person should have come to me and told me my dogs were keeping them awake. They are not the only dogs that bark. I would have taken care of it. Maybe they were barking at someone else’s stray dog in our yard. It wouldn’t have been the first time. It is sad that through the years my children have been taught just how cruel people can be when we had a tragedy at our house a cou­ ple of years ago. Where was the support as a community ? No one came here to make sure that my children and I were OK, but they could drive by slowly for weeks and point at my house. How cruel’ So I am taking a stand and not letting this roll off my shoulders any more. I’m tired of being harassed. I feel it’s time I get to know all the heartless people so when their dog barks or comes into my yard or their children go by with their loud music that awakens us, I will be calling the police to see how they like it. Kim Schaendorf, Middleville CMS student is expelled by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education voted to expel a 14-year-old boy for threat­ ening another student with an exacto knife. The action was taken at a special meeting last Tuesday after a hearing with the par­ ents of the boy, who re­ quested the meeting be a closed session. Closed ses­ sion meetings for student of­ fenses are designed to re­ spect the right to privacy of the minor. The student, an eighth­ grader. is alleged to have threatened and intimidated another student with an exacto-knife. An offense such as this, as mandated by Caledonia School Board policy, requires per­ manent expulsion. After the closed hearing ended, the board publicly supported and accepted the recommendation of CMS Assistant Principal Brian Leatherman, in accordance with said board policy, to permanently expel the boy. Though there is no guar­ antee. board policy allows a petition for readmission to the school after 180 days of expulsion (in the case of an eighth-grader). The stu­ dent’s advocates (in this case the parents) must sub­ mit the petition. Superintendent Doug Busman stated. “We’re working with the parents to establish the conditions that would (need to) be met be­ fore readmission would be considered.” Conditions are set on a per-case basis. Busman said. “We'll work real hard to find a Kim's Konsignment From previous page Computer class for beginners has openings The Thornapple Kellogg Community Education De­ partment has help for the computer baffled, a com­ puter class for beginners. For $50, those new to the keyboard can learn to nego­ tiate the Microsoft Word landscape and come out safe to their destination. Classes are taught at the high school in room 201 on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. from Jan, 14 to Feb. 11. Call 795-3799 to register. placement for him so that he can continue his education and be successful in the fu­ ture.” He went on to explain that the placement could mean some form of alterna­ tive education. At this time no firm deci­ sions have been made. In further explaining the school system and possible disciplinary actions taken for students. Busman stated. "Children make mistakes and the system is set up to allow for re­ demption.” In other business con­ ducted by the board during the open session, a motion was carried to accept the bid of $406,000 from Burgess Concrete Construction for footings and foundation work for the new high school. NOW OPEN! Exceptional Clothing at Exceptional Prices... FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Large Selection of Plus Sizes • Handcrafted Jewelry by • Also Variety of Sterling Jewelry 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J Caledonia, Ml 49316 • 891-2418 HOUKS: Monday & Wednesday 10-8 Tuesday, Thursday ftf Friday 10-6; Saturday 9:30-4 The Math Course III Convention students received a surprise visit from Pythago­ ras of Samos (a.k.a. Math Instructor Daryl Bronkema). Pythagoras developed the Pythagorean Theorem relating to geometry. (Photo courtesy of Jonathon Daniel). Shelly King decided, “It was easier to study when others around you are doing the same thing. 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MlAJanuary 15. 2002 Annual Chili Cookoff should warm up winter by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Chili Cookoff at O’Neil’s Restaurant in Yan­ kee Springs is ready for the seventh year of friends cooking together, some tasty competition, spicy food and lots of fun Saturday, Jan. 26. Jeff Bott says, “Ten teams have signed up already, hut we have room for at least four more.” Each team pays a $20 entry fee and receives a packet of instructions for the cookoff. For more infor­ mation, call O’Neil’s at 795- 3600. All the entry fees and the funds raised by selling tick­ ets for the tasting at 50 cents each goes to the Barry County Commission on Ag­ ingJeff and his mother Judy enjoy putting on the chili cookoff. They encourage people to come and watch earlier in the day when each team starts cooking under the outdoor tent. “Then come back at 4 p.m. to watch D.K. Sprague and his four assistant judges work. We're not sure yet, which local notables will volunteer their taste buds to the contest. And, of course, buy lots of tasting tickets so you can see if your favorite matches the judges deci­ sion.” Jeff says. The restaurant is open during the day serving lunch and providing a place to warm up. Engraved ladles await the winning team in this seventh Chili Cookoff. “Just Chili" cooked by Judi Hall and Steve Mass took third place Win over Wayland begins crucial stretch for Scots The Caledonia varsity was just incredible,” Tolsma against South Christian lips boys’ basketball team’s im­ said. “The kids were com­ off around 7:30. pressive 56-38 victory on mitted to that. It was a great JV Report Friday night over Wayland team win.” The JV beat Wayland 57was as important as it was Over the 13-day layoff 51 to remain perfect in the timely. leading up to the Wayland O-K Gold. The win snapped a three- game, Tolsma juggled the Abe Mulvihill led the game losing streak for the starting lineup, and the Scots with 14 points. I’hc JV Fighting Scots and came changes seemed to improve upped its record to 6-1, 4-0 over a Wildcat team that the flow of Caledonia’s in the conference. was tied for first in the O-K play. Greg Jousma (eight Gold. But most importantly, points) and Joe Kowalski it started a crucial mid-sea­ (four points) were solid as son stretch of Caledonia’s starters, giving the Scots schedule on the right foot. In some punch off the bench their next three games, the from Mike Ogle (eight Scots face conference front­ points) and Nick Slot (seven runners South Christian points). (home), Unity Christian Travis Slot led Caledonia (home) and Wyoming Park (4-3, 3-1 in the Gold) with (away). 16 points, and Steve Yano“This is where we find sik scored 11. out what we’re made of,” This Friday’s home game said Caledonia coach Todd Tolsma. The Scots looked like contenders against Wayland, with balanced scoring and smothering defense, espe­ cially in the second half. Caledonia led 26-24 at halftime, but held the Wild­ cats to only two points in the Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon third quarter to open up a 38-26 advantage. Wayland Michael J. McPhillips scorer Ryan Farmer was Attorney-At-Law limited to only five points for the game. “Our defensive intensity Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Don Gilbert came in second at last year's Chili Cook off Caledonia Class of 2002 End of Season Party ( DIVORCE - CUSTODY THANK YOU to all the following merchants for helping us make the Caledonia Class of 2002 End of Season Party a success! 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World’s Cleanest Wood Stove •Wood & Gas Burning Stoves! • Fireplaces - Gas Logs • Value at Fair Prices Quality Products Gerard Hemmes • Max L. Oliver - Over 25 Years Experienc e in the Hearth Industry 401 S. Broadway (M-37) • 795-3536 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002/Page 9 Caledonia Planners table horse arena request by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A request for a horse barn of 5,500 square feet, smaller than the 8,000 previously asked for, presented by at­ torney Jeff Youngsma Jan. 7, was tabled by the Caledo­ nia Planning Commission. The reason for the delay is so Dennis and Debora Hiemstra can gather more specific information about the placement and terrain where the proposed barn would be built. The special use permit was for an additional bam on a 10-acre parcel which already has two houses, one 2,625 square foot barn, and an area of wetlands within its perimeter owned by the Hiemstras. One house is oc­ cupied by a relative, and the bam is used for storage, and a private kennel used for their own 19 pets and sled dogs. The Hiemstras live in a neighborhood on Whitneyville Court shared by other neighbors who largely op­ Thornapple Plan Commission to meet at TK High Monday pose the indoor arena. They fear the bam will be used for commercial uses related to horse training. Mike Mercere said 10 of 14 neighbors signed a peti­ tion to prevent the construc­ tion. One neighbor had writ­ ten a letter in favor of the re­ quest. Youngsma tried to allevi­ ate concerns and assure commissioners the horse barn was not out of charac­ ter in the neighborhood and would not affect neighbors. He said traffic would de­ crease by not having to travel to the boarding stable five times a week. Sammy Hiemstra, 12, has a five-year interest in riding, has her own horse and is showing talent in 4-H and in the equestrian field. She must make many trips to an­ other stable location to train. Sammy made her own ap­ peal to the commissioners. Her parents want her to have the opportunity to work with her horse at home all through winter months. The new plan shows a barn with four stalls, one for each of the Hiemstras with one extra, storage areas and the indoor riding arena. The Hiemstras were willing to agree to never use the barn for commercial purposes. They also were prepared to show in advance how the property would be divided if in the future the property is sold or split. The parcel was one of two of the original 10-acre parcels which has not been split. In the agricultural zone, normally a barn would be al­ lowed on ten acres but be­ cause of the size and number of buildings already on the site, the special use permit was required. The property is screened by evergreens around its perimeter, and contiguous properly also has horses but docs not have an indoor arena. That neighbor feared setting a precedent. Youngsma stressed there would be no negative impact on the environment, but some neighbors claimed part of the parcel is a wetland, and that there was sediment in a trout pond downstream, and leading to Blodgett Lake, which was previously unaffected for 40 years. Concerns over manure stor­ age. removal and possible manure discharge into the watershed were expressed. One neighbor reported that the Hiemstras had al­ ready illegally begun con­ struction only 35 feet or so from the property line. Dennis Hiemstra said some clearing had been done, and three posts put in to get an idea of the layout, but no pollution was coming from his property to show up downstream. Koopmans said silt fences are required for construction within 500 feet of a water­ way or pond. A visit is planned by the planning commission to look at the terrain, and to see if a suitable layout on the property is possible, which will also permit 100 foot set­ backs. as required in the zoning ordinance for build­ ings housing animals. Once a future two-acre split of one parcel is planned for. it may be difficult to also allow the setbacks from the bounda­ ries in all directions on the larger parcel. New detailed plans arc to be made, and the Hiemstras plan to return in th'* future with a revised request i i i mith iamond This future of this empty field between Duncan Lake Road and M-37 will be dis­ i cussed at a public hearing during the Thornapple Township Planning and Zoning — ' SOUTH OFFICE i ____ meeting held on Jan 21 in the TKHS auditorium at 7 p.m. i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i by Patricia Johns case was dismissed when and to be civil. Staff Writer Judge James Fisher ruled Following the public i EXPLORE MILES OE RIVER EROM The regularly scheduled that the zoning is not exclu­ hearing, members of the i YOUR OWN BACKYARD! Custom Thornapplc Township Plan­ sionary since there is other Planning Commission will i built walk-out on the Thornapple ning Commission meeting R zoned property within the be able to ask questions. i River. Four bedrooms, two Fireplaces, will be held in the Thornap­ township and that a mobile The members will not be i large rec. room, great kitchen and plc Kellogg High School home community, Cider making their decision on i loads of storage throughout. A great auditorium on Monday, Jan. Mill Village in Middleville, Jan. 21. Their bylaws re­ i place to live! The one acre lot includes 21 beginning at 7 p.m. a 24x36 pole barn with cement floor was annexed from the town­ quire that on complicated is­ i and electric. All this for $244,900. The major issue on the ship. sues they wait until at least i Don't delay - these go fast! Call Ron agenda is the request by The prediction is that 600 the next meeting to make a i Prins 891 -2222 ext. 226 or 893-5487. Landon Holdings, Inc. for a mobile homes may be devel­ decision. This gives them i rezoning of 153 acres be­ oped by LHI on this site. time to get more information Smith-Diamond Realtors* i tween Duncan Lake Road The developer will have to and research. Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 and M-37. The land is cur­ provide sewer service to this Also on the agenda is the i Ryan Ogle 891-2222 891-2222 rently zoned AR. agricul­ properly since it is not request for a home occupa­ i Elizabeth Kelson David Pratt 877-4010 891-2222 tural residential. Home lot served by sanitary sewer. tion, “Insoon’s Art Gallery” i Mel Brenner Ron Richards 891-7176 Katie Cummiford 262-2021 sizes start at 1 1/2 acres. i Kay Cummiford...................... 291-3330 Jennifer Russo During the public hearing on Whitneyville Road. 891-2222 The request is to rezone Jan. 21, LHI representatives Township Planner Geoff i Sharon Emerson................... 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude ............ 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen 891-2222 this property to R which al­ will present their request. Moffat says that he has i Maryanne tloeksma............. 891-7183 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 891-2222 lows much denser develop­ The public will then have an heard from many residents i Heather Lake Debra Lampani...................... 262-8333 Sam Wright 891-2222 ment and is where mobile opportunity to comment on in the area about this public i Carrianne Lyke Wendy Zandstra 891-SOLD 891-2222 home parks can be devel­ the rezoning. Thornapple hearing. 891-2222 i John McCleve.......................... 891-7171 Ron Prins oped.. Participants should enter Planning Commission i Mary Kay McCleve.................891-7172 Earlier LHI had sued at the auditorium doors. S Thornapple Township, charging that the township had exclusionary zoning that discriminated against mobile home communities. This Chairman Mark Sevald will facilitate this portion of the meeting. Speakers will be encour­ aged not to repeat the state­ ments of others, to be brief Christopher J. Hier, THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION 616-891-1240 Our Hometown Chantable Organization General Dentistry for Children & Adults MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable gift mformaton. please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef © hotmail com FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 -D * - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It ;y ♦ * Will III * ♦ Your Smile The First Thing People See! �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002 Archie Warner selected to chair Caledonia Planning Commission by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission has picked Ar­ chie Warner to chair the commission on Jan. 7, fol­ lowing the resignation of former Chairman Roger Keating at the end of De­ cember after 15 years of service. Warner joined the Plan­ ning Commission last year, following his appointment May 16, filling a post left by Dan Timmer. Commissioner Ric Parent was elected to serve as vice chair. A new secretary. Commissioner Duane Gunnink, also was selected. Gunnink joined the commis­ sion in October of last year to fill a position left by Stan McLean. Warner assumed his role as chair immediately after his election, thanking fellow commissioners for their show of support. "I will do my absolute best to learn as fast as I can." He asked the others to bear with him and thanked them for their patience while Manager/Planner Dave Zylstra presented Roger Keating with a plaque to honor his years in service, as commissioners Don Koopmans and John Finkbeiner look on. Archie Warner was elected as new Caledonia Planning Chairman Jan. 7. Previous Planning Chairman Roger Keating speaks with Archie Warner, who is stepping into his position. he "learned how to do this." HMy plan is to run the meetings as efficiently as practical, and to keep the time reasonable." The next items on the zoning ordinance revision schedule is to finish the Open Space Preservation plan, and work on non-con­ forming uses, parking, load­ ing and access management. W'arner asked the commis­ sioners to be prepared at the next meeting to get as much done as possible. American Manufactured Living, Inc. CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville He said the goal of the commission is to complete the zoning ordinance by July of this coming summer. More than two commission work sessions a month are being considered, pending support by the Township Board. Parent later congratulated Warner for his efforts in keeping focused on complet­ ing the ordinance. He said the commission had a lot of work ahead, and he pledged his support to keep their ef­ forts on track. Commissioner Wally Bujak congratulated both War­ ner and Parent for selection for their positions. A reception was held for Roger Keating after the meeting. He was awarded his name plate and a plaque recognizing him for his service, by Manager/Planner Dave Zylstra. Keafing Newest member of the Caledonia Planning Commission is Duane Gunnink, who will serve as secretary. stressed that it was impor­ talking." Warner also congratulated tant to keep communication with members of the com­ Keating for his years of munity open, and to "keep service. Commissioner Ric Parent will step into the position of vice chair. TTES responds to 999 emergencies during 2001 Acting interim Chief David Middleton reported to the Yankee Springs Town­ ship Board last Thursday on how busy the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices was during 2001. There were 227 fire calls and 772 ambulance calls during 2001. There were 21 house fires, 12 in Yankee Springs Township. Middleton also discussed with Township Supervisor Al McCrumb and Trustee Jack Finkbeiner ways the township could equip the Yankee Springs fire barn, once the lease agreement is signed by the two town­ ships. He suggested purchasing a brush truck, a light boat which could be moved by four men, a safety equipped off road vehicle to go down bike, snowmobile, and horse trails and a pumper tanker truck as possibilities. He announced that the ap­ plications for the new chief’s position were still being accepted until the end of the month when the Township Board would in­ terview the candidates. SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE CHANGE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER PARK COMMITTEE 284 N BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLE VILLE, Ml 49333 (616) 795-9091 Meeting Change: FROM -MARCH 13th - 2002" TO: "JANUARY 24 - 2002” Place of Meeting Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs Road - Middleville - Ml 49333 Tune: 7pm. Purpose of Meeting: Residents encouraged to attend and assist the Township Planner and Park Committee with the new park layout Survey response will be available at the meeting and will be used as top pn onties tor the park plan. Grant application procedures will be discussed Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News Action-Ads. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA 41 72a(2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the heanng rnpaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 10 days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board A copy of this notice is on file in the office of the clerk �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15, 2002/Pagp 11 Two Coldwater Properties site plans approved by Ruth Zachary Two developments pro­ posed by Coldwater Proper­ ties were given preliminary site plan approval Jan. 7 by the Caledonia Planning Commission. Ron Van Singcl of Nederveld Associates and Tom Garbow explained the plans. Both developments are pro­ posed as residential site con­ dominiums. The names pro­ posed arc Duncan Cove and Farm Grove. The two parcels, accessed off Duncan Lake Avenue and KXJth Street arc 20 acres and 40 acres. They were re­ cently rezoned from Agri­ cultural to R-2, Medium Density Single Family. The smaller project is planned to have 17 units av­ eraging 51.000 square feet with the smallest being 43,582 square feet. Homes will be stick-built, but may not end up side by side in a cookie cutter manner. All parcels are more than one acre. A private road into the center of the parcel would service the lots. Frontage in R-2 zoning is 100 feet. Septic systems and wells must yet be approved by the Health Department. Soil borings indicate acceptable soils. Commissioner Wally Bujak asked for special care for adequate storm w ater deten­ tion. Garbow said he was aware of drainage problems in the township and did not want a development which became part of that equa­ tion. A 25-foot landscaped buffer is planned around the perimeter of both develop­ ments. At present, agricul­ tural use surrounds it on three sides. More was sug­ gested along the road front­ age by the commissioners. CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA REGULAR MEETING A Regular Meeting of the F Utilities Report Charter Township of Caledonia G. Introduction and First Board of Trustees will be held Reading of Ordinance beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Request by P & L Com­ Wednesday. January 16, 2002, pany. L.L.C.' to Rezone at the Caledonia Parcel Numbers 41.23.07 Township/Village Hall, 250 200.003. 41.23 07.200. Maple Street. Caledonia. 004 and 41 23.07.200 Michigan 036, from C-2. General NOTE Individuals with disabili­ Business and R-R, Rural ties may request auxiliary aids Residential to HC. High­ and services for the meeting by way Commercial Proper­ contacting the Township Clerk ties commonly known as at (616) 891-0070 5320 68th Street, 6851 TENTATIVE AGENDA Broadmoor Avenue and 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL 6871 Broadmoor Avenue CALL H Zoning Admin./Code Ent. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ Officer s Report. GIANCE AND INVOCATION 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE OF INTEREST MEETING AGENDA 7 REPORTS FROM BOARD 4 PUBLIC COMMENT OFFICERS AND STAFF (BRIEF) A Memorandum from Mana­ 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT ger Regarding Election of AGENDA Planning Commission A. Minutes of the January 2, Officers for 2002. 2002 Board of Trustees B. Letter from Engineer Pro­ Meeting viding Updated Status of B. Correspondence Not Re­ 'Shagbark Condominiums' quiring Board Action 8. CORRESPONDENCE C. Approval to Pay Bills 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS D Treasurer's Report A. Ordinance - Second Read­ E. Building Department Re­ ing - Request by Jon Bratt port and Kiet Bui to Rezone Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 18, 2001 A Public Hearing, for the pur­ pose of obtaining citizen com­ ment regarding the FY2002 Budget, was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers. Mr. Gruesbeck reviewed the pro­ posed FY2002 Budget There was no citizen comment. The Public Heanng was adjourned at 7:09 p.m The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr David Newman and Mrs Manlyn VandenBerg Members absent: Mr Floyd Bray the minutes of the November 27. 2001 meeting were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as wntten Mr Ciair Miller. Earth Tech, submitted the monthly report ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution *01036. Budget Adjustment *3. on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll call vote resulted in 6 Ayes witfi 1 mem­ ber absent 2. Adopted Resolution *01037 FY2002 Budget on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg Roll call vote resulted in 6 Ayes with 1 member absent 3. Appointed Ray Peters to an unexpired term, expiring April 30 , 2004, on the Planning Commission and to appointed Catherine Beyer to an unexpired term, expmng April 30, 2002, on the Planning Commission on a motion made by Mrs Vanden­ Berg and supported by Mr. Newman 4. Approved the invoices dated December 14. 2001 in the amount of $187,482.28, on a motion made by Mr. Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5. Approved the 2002 Meeting Schedule for Village Council and Planning Commis­ sion on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 6. Agreed to pay non-union employees for unused vacation time on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 7 Accepted Phase 1 PUD Ma* Pond Townhouses on a motion made by Mr Newman and sup­ ported by Mrs VandenBerg 8 Agreed to extend the hook­ up agreement with Thom-Barry Apartments to January 09. 2002 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Newman 9 Adjourned the meeting at 7.54 p m. on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Kenyon. RespecttuBy Submmed Rhonda L. Ask. Cierx The complete text of the mnutes may be read at the Village Hal between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5:00 p.m . Monday ttvougr Fnday. Parcel Numbers 41.23.06. 200 044 and 41.23.06.200. 046. from R-1, Low Density Single Family to HC, Highway Commercial. Pro­ perties commonly known as 6346 and 6370 Broad­ moor Avenue B Motion - Job Description for the Position of 'Fire Chief C Motion - Appointment of Search Committee for the Position of Fire Chief. 10. NEW BUSINESS A Report - Update from the Library Committee B Motion - To Change the Township Representative to the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council. C Motion - Request for Approval to Pay Compensation for Increased Meetings of the Planning Commission for Work on the Comprehensive Update of the Zoning .Ordinance. D. Motion - Request for Temporary Staff Help for Assessor. 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT This would be considered to be open space. Both Chairman Archie Warner and Commissioner Don Koopmans said they would like more character and creativity in the layout, if possible, especially on 100th Street. The 40-acre parcel on Duncan Lake would have a large detention/retention pond near the road, and some common open space around the pond, for an im­ pression of space for those entering the condo develop­ ment. Overflow would pre­ sumably drain under the road w ith the drain commis­ sioner’s approval. This area tends to be wet and suited to natural drainage already. A second detention area is planned to the west of the property in another low area. Clay veins tend to hold wa­ ter in various places on tne parcel. The terrain has a higher elevation toward the back. All earth contouring would utilize sand and soils on the site, and none would be re­ moved from the project. Commissioners may also ask for a greater distance than 50 feet from Duncan Lake Avenue in this devel­ opment. The private road would curve right around into the development, to ac­ cess thirty site condo lots. The smallest lot size in Duncan Cove would be Fs& s9n°FF FRONT & i BRAKES IIUMI ’..T, brought by P&L Company LLC. A retail center of 28.600 square feet is planned. Park­ ing and retention basins were thought to be adequate, though a detailed site plan was not being considered at that time. No public com­ ment was made during the public hearing. An informal presentation for RD1 Development for 128 acres on M-37 between 76th and 68th streets was made Doug Stalsenberg of Exxel Engineering. He asked for feedback from the Planning Commission. He said a group of property owners he represented were looking for direction. The concept presented dif­ fered substantially from the master plan, with commer­ cial use desired along the M37 corridor, transition areas to the cast and west allowing gradual change from com­ mercial Overlay strip along M-37 to light industrial or multi-family housing to blend with single-family residential. Condominium develop­ ment to the east behind com­ mercial areas was suggested. Stalsenberg pointed out some ravined terrain was more suited for the sug­ gested uses than those indi­ cated in the master plan. No decisions were made. Fur­ ther discussion is expected. ! ALIGNMENT & ROTATE £U I BOOST POWER' with our complete fuel nyectmn serve* We clean and | lubncaie your reticle s njectors to help ncrease gas mfeage improve . engine performance, reduce emesrons prevent harmful carton bu*J up | and mprove start ng Yankee Springs park plans taking shape It may seem that it has taken years, but plans for the Yankee Springs park are be­ ginning to take shape. The township sent out a brief survey with the tax bills and more than 270 have been returned. Only 12 of the surveys are negative about developing a park. According to Park Com­ mittee Chairman Ray Page, a children's play area and a walking path are tied in with the most responses. Next in line is a bail field, perhaps with multiple uses. The committee is working with Dee Lowell on possible grant applications and look­ ing for other sources. Next on the agenda will be a public meeting facili­ tated by Ken Detloff. The committee hopes to hold this meeting in March and is wailing for confirmation from Detloff. This meeting will allow residents to brain­ storm their ideas for a park. Township Supervisor Al McCrumb supported park plans at the Jan. 10 trustees meeting. Page said, “I hope resi­ dents support this park ef­ fort.” 44.142 square feet and the average lot size would be 55.016 square feet. Individ­ ual septic and wells would be required, awaiting Health Department approval. Soil borings appear to indicate 30 lots would be possible. Four lots exist already on Duncan Lake Avenue. Com­ missioners would like to eliminate five driveways along Duncan Lake, and to arrange access from within the development. Tom Garbow said the long narrow parcel did not offer much opportunity for different layout options, but encouraged the commission­ ers suggestions. Garbow said gieater open space along the roadways might be created by making lots smaller back into the devel­ opment. 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Cedar Athens Invitational on Sat­ to town. The Fighting Scots on Jan. 10. Steve Marion won 12-5 at then travel to the Rockford urday. Springs and Chippewa Val­ Corey Kilmartin (145) Invitational on Saturday, 119 pounds. Chris Hanna ley each went 2-2-1. Port­ and Seth Temple (135) each with matches beginning at pinned his opponent at 130 land and Belding were 1-4, in only 13 seconds, and Ty­ and Ionia went winless. took second in their weight 10 a.m. ler Gamelin scored Caledo­ Cedar Springs 57, Cale­ The other Middleville class. Jake Klapmust and nia's final points with an 8-1 team wins were over Port­ donia 12 Brandon Cance placed third, A short-handed Scot decision at 140. land (53-12), Chippewa Val­ and Tyler Gamelin and Curt JV winners for the Scots ley (63-12), Cedar Springs squad voided five weight VandcrHeidc placed sixth. were Rich McCarty (twice), (61-10) and Belding (52Frank D’Amico and Jimmy 30). A Trojan “B” team Haisma. wrestled and beat Ionia 20Scots grab 13 medals at 18. Rogers and Godwin Against Lakewood. TK TK’s Pat Jansens. The varsity team traveled winners were Josh Tobias to a tournament at Wyoming (171), Matt Erb (189), Alec Going 4-1 were Ryan 10. Rogers on Jan. 5 and placed Belson (215), Randy Bene­ Fletke, Pat McKeown and Winners by pin were Josh five wrestlers. dict (275), Josh Bowerman Belson, and going 3-1 were Bowerman. Mike McKe­ Seth Temple. Corey Kil­ (112), Mike McKeown Mark Price and Benedict. own, Ryan Fletke. Kyle martin and Jake Klapmust (119), Pat McKeown (130) TK next wrestles Fletke. Ben Sevald, Shawn Service is our specialty. all took second on the day. and Pat Jansens (152). Ryan Wednesday night at Hamil­ Reil, Pat Jansens, Mark Chris Hanna placed third, Fletke (125) won by forfeit. • Service ton, beginning at 7:00. Price, Josh Tobias and Alec and Steve Marion placed On the day, undefeated TK 72, Belding 6 Belson. Matt Erb and Randy • Remodels fourth. Trojan wrestlers were Bow ­ The Trojans stayed per­ Benedict won by decision, • New Construction The JV team split off to erman, Mike McKeown, fect in the O-K Blue (3-0) and Pat McKeown won by * • Water Heater attend a tourney at Godwin Jansens, Tobias and Erb. with a big home win on Jan. forfeit. and eight wrestlers took • Drain cleaning home hardware, led by Jimmy Haisma’s first-place finish. Rich McCarty, Adam Rohrer and Lauren Hanna placed second. Third-place finishers were Zach House, The Caledonia varsity ski Caledonia’s Brooke Hen­ place West Catholic (362). Robbie LaFountain and teams squared off against drey won the giant slalom Rockford, the fifth-ranked Frank D’Amico, while Trey ten other schools at Can­ with a two-run total of team in Class A, placed first Jones placed fourth. nonsburg in the first varsity 44.72. She was the only girl with 26 points, easily outdis­ race of the year on J^h. 8, to break 45 seconds. Lind­ tancing second-place Forest with the girls placing second sey McNeil placed 16th in Hills Central (106). 48:71. and the boys placing eighth. Sam Vandcnburg placed The Lady Scots, ranked McNeil placed fourth in 15th in the giant slalom seventh in the Class B-C-D the slalom in 1:26.18, and (38.94) and John Sherman state rankings, placed sec­ Lauren Ondersma placed placed 25th in the slalom ond in the slalom (39 points) sixth in 1:26.71. (1:22.46) to pace the Scots. The boys’ team placed and third in the giant slalom The teams return to Can­ Everyday Low Prices (76 points) for 115 points eighth in both the giant sla­ nonsburg today at 4:15 for overall. 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Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 616-891-9171 Hours Mon.-Fri. 7-6; Sat 8-1 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15. 2002/Paoe 13 TK hoopsters, continued from page 16 earned his first career start with a solid performance against Hastings, scored a huge putback basket in traf­ fic that put the Trojans up 56-55 and proved to be the final points of the game. Knight also had five assists and three rebounds. Finkbeiner finished the game with 18 points. Middleville (7-2, 4-1 in the Blue) will enjoy home cooking for its next five games and eight of its next nine, beginning with Fri­ day’s tilt against Calvin Christian TK 67, Hastings 65 The Trojans relied on some late heroics to over­ come an 11-point fourth­ quarter deficit and tip the visiting Saxons on Jan. 8. Hastings still led by four, 63-59, with 2:04 remaining in the game, but an 8-0 run by Middleville sent Hast­ ings to its fourth loss in a row. “It’s good to win a pres­ sure game like that.” Mid­ dleville coach Kurt Holzhueter said. “We haven't had to deal with that in pre­ vious wins, and it was good to see we can handle those kinds of situations.” TK jumped out to an 11-3 lead and led 20-14 after one quarter, but Hastings would not go away. The Saxons took their first lead of the game at 32-31 before TK took a 35-34 advantage at the half. Hastings controlled the third quarter, and when Saxon sophomore Drew Whitney nailed a threepointer at the end of the third, they led 58-49 heading into the final quarter. Whitney scored again to open the fourth and open up Hastings’ largest lead of the game, 60-49, but from that point on, the Trojans outscored the Saxons 18-5. Sophomore post player Scot spikers win division at Ferris The Caledonia varsity volleyball team won the Nickel Division of the Ferris State Tournament on Satur­ day. No further details were available at press time. The l^ady Scots played their second O-K Gold match of the season on Jan. 10 at Unity Christian. The freshman team lost to Unity in three games, 6-15, 15-7 and 6-15. No varsity or JV results were made available. Kenowa tops Scots Caledonia lost a hardfought and exciting home match to Kenowa Hills in three games on Jan. 7, 1513, 5-13 and 15-17, in the O-K Gold opener for both teams. The Lady Scots were led by senior Amanda DeBoer (three aces and 23 assists), junior Krystal Rabley (11 kills) and senior Heidi Waayenberg (six kills). The JV lost to Kenowa in two games, but the frosh squad beat up on the Lady Knights 15-2 and 15-8. Frosh 3rd at Caledonia Invite The freshman volleyball team took third place at the Caledonia Freshman Invita­ tional on Jan. 5. Caledonia’s Krystal Rabley (15) slams one down against Kenowa. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The frosh placed first in their pool, beating Calvin Christian (15-10, 15-13) and Comstock Park (15-7, 15-8) before splitting with Hud­ sonville (10-15, 15-10). The team lost to East Grand Rapids in the semifi­ nals in three games, 8-15, 15-11 and 1-15. In the con­ solation final, they re­ bounded to beat South Christian 16-14, 10-15 and 15-9. Brett Knight picked off a Hastings pass, then hustled down on offense to take a pass and hit a jumper that cut the deficit to 62-59. Knight scored all seven of his points in the fourth quar­ ter. “Knight played his best game of the season,” Holzhueter said. “He really came through.” He wasn’t the only one. After Hastings’ Drew Bow­ man made a free throw to extend the lead to 63-59, TK senior guard Chris Finkbei­ ner took a baseline pass from senior forward Brian Yeazel, hit a leaner and was fouled. Finkbeiner com­ pleted the three-point play to bring the Trojans within one, 63-62, with 1:45 on the clock. Hastings went scoreless, but Yeazel and Finkbeiner both missed free throws that would’ve tied it. On Finkbeiner’s miss, however, Yeazel came up with the rebound, dribbled out past the arc and drained a three-point dagger that made up for everything. TK led 65-63 with 40 sec­ onds remaining. Junior guard Justin VanSpronsen stole the ball on Hastings' ensuing posses­ sion, and TK went up 67-63 on two Jeremy Chavis free throws to seal the win. “We played solid defense early and late, but *e didn’t offer much resistance for most of the game,” Holzhueter said. “There’s no lack of effort on D. but we’re having mental breakdowns and not communicating well. “Defense was our down­ fall at Hamilton (a 66-59 loss), and if we hope to compete and win in the league, we need to start playing better on that end.” Yeazel recorded a double­ double with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Finkbeiner scored 15 points and VanSpronsen added 11 to go with four steals and four as­ sists. Senior guard Dave Devormer also had four assists. “When we’ve won, we’ve had scoring contributions outside of Yeazel and Fink­ beiner, and we did again to­ night,” Holzhueter said. Their efforts offset the varsity emergence of Hast­ ings’ Whitney, who led all scorers with 26 points. TK spikers win in O-K Blue conference opener The Middleville-TK var­ sity volleyball team opened O-K Blue conference play last Thursday with a 15-9, 15-8 win at Godwin. “Our team was eager to get their first conference match underway," said TK coach Cindy Middlebush. “It was a great team effort.” Ashley Carter and Melissa Robinson had five kills each. Melissa Potts had eight assists and an ace in the match. The Trojans’ next confer­ ence match is 7 p.m. Thurs­ day at Byron Center. On Saturday, they skip up to the Caledonia Invitational, with play beginning at 9 a.m. AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Call... to take the next two 15-6 and 15-6. “I am very pleased with our play,” Coach Middle­ bush said. “This group of athletes really plays as a team.” On the day. Cary Middle­ bush led TK servers with 42 points and seven aces. Ra­ chel Clinton had 35 points and 3 aces. Rachel VanderMeer had 33 points and four aces, and Melissa Potts had 24 points and five aces. Clinton finished with 37 assists, and Potts had 31. Up front. Megan Dutcher recorded 32 kills and nine solid blocks. Ashley Carter had 29 kills and two solid blocks. Melissa Robinson had 16 kills and nine solid blocks, and Middlebush had 16 kills and one solid block. Jan. 19 Sc 20 1:00 p.ni.-4:00 p.m. Thornapple Kellogg School* 3811 Ethel Drive, off Barnum caul of State Rd. New walk out ranch. $175,000 Crownpoint Home Builders, LLC 616 897 1383 Fax: 616-7WL214 e-mail:jz<>merle@ iaerv.net **Your One-stop Water Store** BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Trojans reach semis at Byron Center TK made it to the semifi­ nals for the second straight tournament before bowing out of the Byron Center In­ vitational on Jan. 5. In pool play, the Trojans split with Byron Center (1513, 11-15), beat Saranac (15-10, 15-1). and split with Lowell (11-15. 15-7) and Grand Rapids Baptist (1511, 14-16) to come out of their pool at 5-3. In the quarterfinals, TK came back to beat West Catholic in three games. 1416, 15-11 and 15-8. 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The AMBUCS (Ameri­ can Business Clubs) is an all-volunteer national or­ ganization with approxi­ mately six chapters in and around the Grand Rapids area. Among other charita­ ble deeds, they offer schol­ arships for persons school­ ing to become physical therapists, plus they volun­ teer to build and donate wheelchair ramps for the homes and classrooms of the physically challenged. Referring to the philoso­ phy of the riding program, Ric Blanche, the local chap­ ter’s president, said, “Up on a horse everyone is equal.” The program is a riding fa­ cility where physically chal­ lenged persons can feel spe­ cial and 'just like everyone else' by riding a horse. The AMBUCS donation check, in the amount of $2.0<>0. was presented to Ric Blanche (left), AMBUCS Caledonia Chapter President, hands William andLynn Schumacher, of Kent Special Riding Program, a donation check from the AMBUCS. (Photo courtesy of O. Nick Unger) One of the first foursomes to come in off the links during the AMBUCS annual Golf Classic, (from left) Robin Vaughan, Pat Howard, Laura Kelly and Bill Howard. The charity golf tournament helped the AM­ BUCS raise money for the Kent Special Riding Pro­ gram. William (Bill) and Lynn Schumacher of the Kent Special Riding Program. The Schumachers began the riding club 26 years ago to offer physically challenged persons of all ages the chance to ride a horse for fun and rehabilitation. The program services be­ tween 100 to 110 riders. They are able to feel confi­ dent with the horses, in large part due to the gentle ani­ mals used for the program. The program is set up as three, six week sessions, op­ erating six days a week (no Sundays) at varying times of the day. from April through October. The Schumachers thanked the local AMBUCs for their longstanding contri­ butions to the program. 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Rueter The Caledonia Athletic Boosters are inviting all Caledonia coaches, athletes’ parents and concession helpers to their “Winter Party” from 7 p.m. to mid­ night Saturday, Jan. 19, at Raffaela’s by Pagano’s. The cost is just $10 per person, which covers food catered by Raffaela’s, music by “RicO the DJ” and a fun filled evening. According to Tammy Buehler, an Athletic Booster member, also featured at the party will be raffle boards and lots of fun. Tickets will only be sold at the door. The “Winter Party” will be held in the new banquet facility of the restaurant lo­ cated at 8256 Broadmoor (northeast corner of Broad­ moor and 84th Street). The evening is intended to thank all those previously mentioned but also to promote the Boosters’ up­ coming “Get Away Week­ end.” The “Get Away” is an ex­ tensive fund-raiser for the boosters. 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Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Call for details. 12 Week Program Mon. & Wed. (after school approx. 3:45 pm) Saturday 9:30 am Middle Villa Lanes On M-37 just north of Middleville 795*3640 -or- 891'1287 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 15, 2002 Two TK squeakers set up showdown for first place PHOTO Where you get your photos processed ® does matter Don't trust those memories to anyone but the trained staff at Printing Plus where we care for those special moments you 've captured on film! 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional J* APS Processing Middleville-TK varsity boys' basketball coach Kurt Holzhueter was worried that his team hadn’t experienced enough close games. Now that that is taken care of. Holzhueter and TK fans would like to request a few blowouts, thank you very much. TK won its last two games by a total of three points, helping the Trojans to stay tied atop the O-K Blue and setting up a home showdown for first place with Calvin Christian this Friday at 7:30. TK went to Coopersville last Friday and pulled out a dramatic 56-55 win over the Broncos. Senior forward Brian Yeazel had a monster game with 33 points, 15 rebounds, five steals and two assists, but for the second straight game, the Trojans had to close it out with defense. Yeazel kept everyone on the edge of their seats by missing two free throws with 18 seconds remaining in the game that left the lead at one. TK rose to the occa­ sion, forced a missed threepointer by the Broncos and TK s Zeb Truer (22) shoots before Hastings' Ted Greenfield (32) can close on defense. 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT pulled down the rebound at the buzzer to preserve the victory. TK was up 16-11 after the first quarter, but the Broncos stormed back to take a 31-25 halftime lead. Coopersville stretched the lead to 11 in the third before Yeazel and senior guard Chris Finkbeiner led the Trojans back. Yeazel scored 13 points in the quarter, Finkbciner added nine, and TK tied it at 47 heading into the fourth. The final stanza was tense and low-scoring. Sophomore center Brett Knight, who Double Prints 35mm or APS 99’ TKs Brian Yeazel (12). SPECIALTY PAPERS SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES COPIES Liter Deals Are Here! BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 H.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 gw™" OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 See TK hoopsters, pg. 13 Graham webb ICE CAP Shampoo & Conditioner BACK TO BASICS Shampoo & Conditioner 2/s25 2/s2O introducing NEW... KIWI MELON SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER WITH FREE KIWI BATH BAR! an exhUaAaiinq BOOSt I We also carry Redken, Wella Lifex. Paul Mitchell, American Crew. Matrix, Biolage. TlCl, NIOYM and wonderful bath & body products! fihQAQntinfj the 'Contempo Kids' Haircut Studio with their comfort in mind! Contempo Salon d full cunkunpoMUiq Aalon foA the snfvuo family Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1095 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-01-22.pdf 5f23e0e16f922fd7fbe2debe4782ab8d PDF Text Text 131th year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 4/January 22, 2002 CMS Principal Schmidt to resign next month by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The resignation of Cale­ donia Middle School Princi­ pal Craig Schmidt, was ac­ cepted with regrets at the January school board meet­ ing last Tuesday. Schmidt has been with the Caledonia Sch<M)l system for 23 years, seven originally as CMS principal. 14 as Deputy Superintendent and most recently another two years as CMS principal lie reported that parting is due to “opportunities that came sooner than expected." Schmidt expects to con­ tinue teaching for the Uni­ versity of Phoenix, which he has been doing since 1996. He has been flying to Phoe­ nix. Ari/... several times a year to conduct weekend classes, which he anticipates will continue. lic teaches “Stress Man­ agement" and “Human Rela­ tions Through Attitude” classes. He will be conduct­ ing corporate seminars on these topics in the future. Schmidt will be consulting for school systems, working Caledonia Middle School Principal Craig Schmidt will retire after 23 years next month. on improvements. He is also looking forward to accomplishing some more writing. With all of this on his plate, it is no wonder that he is looking forward to one very important item con­ cerning his plans for the fu­ ture. “I’m going to learn to re­ lax more, enjoy some of the simple things. My goal is to eventually retire and work half the time.” Schmidt is married to Sue (Martinat) Schmidt, a teacher at Caledonia High School. They have two sons who live and work in Chi­ cago and a daughter who is currently enrolled at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. The couple has no im­ mediate plans to move from this area. Though Schmidt has busy plans for the future, it is clear that he is going to miss at least one part of his cur­ rent position, the kids. “I’d like to thank the community for doing such a nice job with their children,” he said. “They send us good kids. We have great kids in this community.” Schmidt will be continu­ ing in the capacity of CMS principal until the end of February, at which time As­ sistant Principal Brian “Buzz” Leatherman will transfer to interim principal for the remainder of the school year. Family Story Time set at library Staff member Anne Jensen and Madeleine and Abigail Searles say they are excit­ ed about the new family story time at the library. On Thursday. Jan. 31. at 7 p m . Hastings Public Library will introduce its newest program. “Crazy For Birds” will entertain the whole family, from infants on up, with stories, finger play, paper folding and songs. Family story times will also be offered April 11, Sept. 26 and Nov. 14. All programs at Hastings Public Library are free and open to the public. For more infor­ mation, call 945-4263. TK superintendent to leave bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent TK business students compete in regionals The Thornapplc Kellogg High School chapter of Business Professionals of America competed in gional competition Jan. against business students from several southwest Michigan high schools. The competition, held at Davenport University in Grand Rapids, consisted of several different businessrelated contests in the areas of accounting, computer software applications, com­ puter programming and pub­ lic speaking, among others. All students who competed performed very well and the following students placed in individual events and quali­ fied to compete at the state competition: Katrina Bosma — fourth in Cisco Networking: Mi­ chelle Bronsink — third in Advanced Accounting and sixth in Computerized Ac­ counting; Kevin Ehmry — third in C++ Programming and fifth in Visual Basic: Greta Gustafson — second in Prepared Speaking and third in Application/Interview; Samantha Harthy — first in Cisco Networking and fifth in Fundamental Accounting; Peter Mathias — second in Cisco Net- Members of the Thornapple Kellogg chapter of Business Professionals of America who took part in the regional compettion Jan 11 at Davenport University working: Ben McDuffce — first in Prepared Speaking and second in Extemporane­ ous Speaking; Tricia Nelson — second in Fundamental Accounting and fifth in Spreadsheet Applications; Renae Otto — fourth in Computer Networking Technology: Amanda Sager — seventh in Advanced Ac­ counting: and Dave Stuart — third in Computer Networking Technology and fifth in Fi­ nancial Math. Other students who com­ peted for their first time were Renae Dufresne Lisa Moorhouse. Chad Smiell. Kristin Seaman and Mari Richter. The group's advi­ sors are Keith Hamming and Rachel Cobb. The state competition will be held March 21-24 in De­ troit and then those who qualify wilt move on to the national level in Chicago. Business Professionals of America is a nationally rec­ ognized student organization for secondary and post-sec­ ondary students interested in studying business and possi­ bly pursuing a career in a business-related field. Midge Pippel submitted her letter of resignation Jan. 14 to the Board of Education, effective June 30. Pippel has been an educa­ tor for 30 years, with the last five in the Thornapplc Kel­ logg School District. She came from Kclloggsvillc five years ago when she was hired as assistant superinten­ dent and then following the resignation of Jay Cason, as interim superintendent and then finally as superinten­ dent for the last two years. She told the board, “I did a lot of thinking over the Christmas holidays and de­ cided that I wanted to spend more time with my husband, Midge Pippel Larry, and our family. I also Thornapplc Kellogg want to take some time to write and do some of the has so very much to be other activities J am inter­ proud of. including im­ proved student achievement, ested in.” Pippel praised the com­ state of the art technology, munity of students, teachers, challenging and aligned Kstaff, parents and others in 12 curriculum and innovathe school district. She wrote in her resignation let- See Pippel to leave, pg 2 In This Issue Bob Williamson appointed to local foundation board Caledonia Village Manager takes over clerk’s position Remediation recommended for Shagbark Condominiums Suspect identified in drunk driving fatality �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 22. 2002 Success on MEAPs requires effort from schools, students and families by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students in fourth, fifth, seventh and eighth grades will begin Michigan Educa­ tion Assessment Program (MEAP) testing Tuesday. Jan. 29. The testing window ends Feb. 15. At Thornapple Kellogg. Page Elementary Principal Patricia Koezc and Middle School Principal Mike Spahr arc working to help students continue to achieve on these state-wide tests. Staff members at both schools have been working to prepare students for this annual round of tests. Teachers present questions on classroom tests written in the same way as those on the MEAP exams. Teachers have also done some MEAP preparation work as part of classroom activity. Because the testing win­ dow is so short, both schools have rearranged schedules to give students the best chance to succeed. Testing will take place mostly in the morning. At the middle school, this has meant that the eighth grade exploratory classes have been switched with the sixth grade hours for the thrcc-wcck testing period. Eighth-graders usually are in exploratory classes during first and second hours of the day, with sixth-graders tak­ school and by encouraging a ing classes such as band. positive attitude. In Michigan the MEAP Spanish and physical educa­ tion in the fifth and sixth tests have become even more "high stakes" with hours of the day. To give eighth-graders schools being grading on morning testing times, they scores and students receiv­ will be in their regular ing merit scholarships for classes in the morning and passing the tests at the then take their exploratory- eighth grade and high school classes in the afternoon. levels. Since the testing window Sixth-graders do not take MEAP tests but take another is so short it would also help series of achievement tests if students got to school on time and if out-of-school ap­ in April. The tests take about an pointments could be sched­ hour to an hour and a half to uled in the afternoon rather complete. Students will fol­ than the morning. The schools will schedule low the regular day except for the testing times. Stu­ "make-up sessions" but these will be during instruc­ dents may be separated into tional time. smaller groups for testing. For more information Parents can help students do their best on the tests by about MEAP testing, call Koeze at 795-7944 or Spahr encouraging them to go to bed early the night before, at 795-3349. eat breakfast before going to Pippel to leave, from page 1 tive programs for students." Board President Dave Smith said. “We would love to have you stay and would ask you to reconsider your decision.” Board member Dan Parker joked, saying. “1 guess we shouldn't have given you time off at Christ­ mas.” He and the other board The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation has an­ nounced the appointment of Robert C. Williams to the foundation’s board. Williams lived his first 19 years in Middleville and is a 1957 graduate of Thornap­ ple Kellogg. He is a gradu­ ate of Grand Rapids Junior College, George Williams College (Chicago) and Springfield College, Spring­ field, Mass. Currently a resident of Byron Township, he served as a professional YMCA Di­ rector in Palo Alto, Cali., Schaumurg, III., Charleston, W. Va., YMCA of the USA and Grand Rapids YMCA. Williams has served as a de­ velopment consultant with his own consulting com­ pany, Philanthropy for YMCAs, for the past 11 years . He has helped YMCAs raise more than $45 million during his career. Williams is a widower, losing his wife, Barbara, af­ ter 35 years to cancer in brothers (all graduates of TK) live in Ohio, California. South Carolina and Michi gan. Williams is filling the va cancy left by Katie Wier enga. a charter member, who retired from the board after ten years of service. HASTINGS 4 1 800 535 7203 14.50^.11 .bow.. $5.50 I veniny. Mon Special Olympics seeks participants Special Olympics Michi­ gan is looking for athletes and volunteers in the Thor­ napple Kellogg and Caledo­ nia school communities. Sports participation is open to all persons from Bl ACK HAVK DOWN Robert C. Williams 1997. His four children are all grown and have profes­ sional careers of their own. His mother, Margery, is a member of the Class of 1933, Thornapple-Kellogg, and lives in Middleville at Carveth Village. His four ages 8 and above with men­ tal retardation. For more information, contact the local Special Olympics program at 616364-7207. Or check the internet at www.somi.org. 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Pippcl told board mem­ bers that she wanted to give them ample notice to give them time to select her suc­ cessor. The board will dis­ cuss how to search for a new superintendent at its next scheduled meeting, on Mon­ day. Jan 2s Pippel will be evaluated at the Feb. 25 meeting of the board. She discussed the on­ going process of North Cen­ tral Association Accredita­ tion as one of her major ac­ complishments. But she may be remem­ bered best by students for holding a long braid and telling an updated Rapunzel story to sixth-graders or tell­ ing a story to McFall stu­ dents with puppets during March is Reading Month. She also reached out to the community helping at the Rotary spaghetti dinners, reporting to area clubs on her trip to study Japanese education and representing IK schools in the county and state wide organizations of school superintendents. The members of the Thornapple Heritage Association presented Ray and Cheryl Peters with a certificate of membership and appreciation. The Peters have allowed the association to hold its meetings in the activity room of the Carveth Village which has made it much easier for members to attend the meetings on the second Thurs­ day of each month. Pictured from left are Maureen Robinson. Ray and Cheryl Peters and Sue Reitman. wo rrwes pnone 616-868-0388 616-795-2146 _________ Owner: Sharon Haney_________ �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/January 22. 2002/Page 3 TK school board members receive and share praise by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Board members learned that they were “worth a million" but they only received $100,000 candy bars last week from the Thornapple Kellogg Education Association and mugs from the administra­ tion in recognition of their hard work and dedication to students. At the same meeting, the Rehearsing for the “Marquis Crossing Ladies Society First Attempt at Murder is board recognized teacher more than just sitting or standing around, really it is. There is lots of laughter in the Gail Wachtor and nine fifth practicing which will be more than repaid by the audience during the performances grade students for applying for and receiving mini­ on Feb. 14, 15, 16. 22 and 23. Teacher Shelley Erb Tom Lehman accepted grants from the Youth Advi­ sory Council of the Barry a certificate and applause presents board members on achieving 500 wins as with $100,000 candy bars Community Foundation. The $300 grants were a wrestling coach from in recognition of their hard used to purchase books for the Thornapple Kellogg work and service. the Page Elementary library, school board recycling bins to make paper Superintendent Midge recycling easier at Page and year. Signs will be in place ero of The Village Players 795-3640. Guests arc invited students will be repainting before the start of the ath­ Pippel reported that she had by Patricia Johns of Middleville promises that Io arrive at 6 p.m. for the the United Stales map on the letic season. not heard negative com­ Staff Writer tarmac behind the school According to the new pol­ ments from any resident Perhaps they arc better surprises await those attend­ pre-show activities. Cravero says. Reserva­ once the weather cooperates. icy. alcohol and tobacco about the proposed policy. cooks than novice murder­ ing this year’s dinner theater next month at the Middle tions arc coming in daily. I The next meeting of the The board also congratu­ products are prohibited on ers. really would encourage our lated Tom Lehman on his all school property and at all Thornapple Kellogg Board Members of the Marquis Villa Inn. The eighth annual produc­ guests to call in their reser­ 500th victory as a wrestling school district sponsored of Education will be Mon Crossing Ladies Society day. Jan. 28. at 7:30 p.m. have sent some of their fa­ tion is “The Marquis Ladies vations as soon as possible coach. Lehman thanked the events. Society ’s First Attempt at so they won’t be disap­ other coaches with whom he vorite recipes to the chef at Murder." Performances will works and his student ath ­ pointed." the Middle Villa Inn in Mid­ letes tor making the win dleville. The recipes in­ be Friday and Saturday. Feb. Cravero is directing the cluded in the home style 15, 16. 22 and 23. There will show with Darlene Schellin- possible. While the board encour­ buftet include Beryl's Boda­ also be a special Valentine’s ger. The cast includes Su­ aged him to get to 1,000 cious Chicken, Midge’s Day performance on Thurs­ zanne MacIntyre. Patty Hig ­ wins. Lehman said. "I’ve Marvelous Meatloaf. Opali­ day evening, Feb. 14. The price is $22.50 per ley, Helen Wingcier, Caro­ got a good start to 600 and ne’s Green Bean Almond­ lyn Newman, Colleen Cox, person for dinner and the Includes 10 oz. boneless rib eye. baked that is my next goal. ” inc. Audrey’s Awfully Good Julie Coon, Randy Eggers, The board approved the Parsleycd Redskins. Joan s show. Reservations are rec­ potato, salad, homemade bread, soft drinks, Mike Bremer. Doug Brinks. ommended. Reservations Just Corn Supreme and Em­ Close Up trip to Washington John Bremer. Maggie Ben­ coffee, ice cream. ma’s Excellently Sinful should be paid for in ad­ D.C. for 11 students and vance with a credit card by jamin, Rhonda Fisk, Steve teacher Dan Erb from April Cheesecake. Wiersum, Brent Dietiker Co-director Cheryl Crav- calling the Middle Villa at 28 to May 4. Erb says that and Robin Schweitzer. parents have approved the trip. He would also like to work to have more students Village Players participate in this educa­ of Middleville tional venture. present their The board heard the first reading of the new alcohol Dinner Theater and smoke free schools pol­ Production— icy. If the new policy is ap­ proved at the Feb. 11 meet­ The Caledonia Concert ing, it will go into effect at Jan. 26 & 27 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Series will present the Flor­ the start of the next school ida Boys and the Bradleys 1 liornapple KJI<«. Sclio<>]m Saturday, Feb. 2. at 7 p.m at 3811 Ethel Drive, off Barnum ea»t of State Rd. the Caledonia Christian Re­ formed Church. New walkout ranch. $175.(MM) The church is at M-37 and MiddleVilla Inn 100th Street. Caledonia. The Crownpoint Home Builders, LLC phone number is 891-1512. February 15, 16, C»l(i 897 1.38.3 Fax: 6Kk795 2141 Tickets are available 22, 23 through Cutlerville Christian c mail:jzom«-rlc(a) ixx-r v.nct Bookstore, Caledonia Pro­ Special Valentine Day fessional Pharmacy or at the performance February 14 door. Call 891-8858. Tickets cost $9 in advance or $10 at $22.50 per person the door. Ages 12 and under Graham Webb ft Call 795-3640 for reservations are free. 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Contempo Salon d full soAoico cojthimpoAaAy salon foA L/i& onliAo family Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1093 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 22. 2002 Tax help offered for seniors, low income people The American Associa­ tion of Retired Persons (AARP), in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will provide free as­ sistance with tax forms this winter and spring to middle and low income taxpayers, and especially to those ages 60 and older, starting next month. Volunteers are trained to complete basic income tax forms and answer tax ques­ tions Since its start in 1968. AARP Tax-Aide has helped more than 30 million tax­ payers and is a confidential service supported by local people. The program will start during the last week in January and continue for as long as requests for help warrant. The times and places that Fifth-graders making Valentine shirts Valentine s Day is an­ other selling point for the Hodges Fifth Grade T-Shirt company. Fifth grade teacher Mike Hodges started a T-shirt business, staffed by the stu­ dents in his class a few years ago at Page Elementary. Each student has a part to play in the business. The students sell shirts to earn money to go on an overnight learning adventure at the Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek in the spring. The students have sold 60 of the 280 shirts they need to sell to pay the entire cost. Their next big push will be for Valentine's Day. The students sold special holiday themed shirts and a patriotic shirt as well. Shirts arc $10 or $12 for extra large sizes. Information about the shirts is available by calling the Page office at 795-7944. the service will be offered include: • In Middleville at the Middleville Village Offices Tuesdays, starting Feb. 5. from 11 a m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 795-3385 for an ap­ pointment. • In Caledonia at the Community Education Building Mondays, starting Feb. 4. from 1 to 4 p.m. Ap­ pointments arc preferred and may be made by calling 891-8117. In addition to the current year’s blank forms, taxpay­ ers should bring a copy of year 2000 returns as well as information about year 2001 taxable income and deduc­ tions. This would include all W-2 forms showing salary and wages, unemployment compensation statements. SSA-1099 forms for social security benefits. 1099 forms showing pensions, in­ terest. and dividends If eli­ gible for any Michigan tax credits, taxpayers should also bring information about year 2001 property taxes or rent, heating costs, and pre­ scriptions and drugs. John A. Panfil is the local coordinator for the AARP Tax-Aide program. FIRST BAPTIST LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A th inn (.'bun b - Srnhtf a tiling Lord Sunday School 9 3O.ini Morning Worship |(): |5 a.m. I vening Praise WLDNI SHAY .600 p in. I .nnily Nighl 6 30 p in 7240 6Kth street, M - Caledonia 2 miles east of M3"7 V M il I I I CHURCH o ptace to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Wonhip 10:30 a m Youth Ministry 891 0576 Mating at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 1 Redeemer A Covenant Church A Member of the Evangelical Covenant Churches of Amenca Phone 891-9259 Pastor Paul M. Hillman Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd . (Horthnvsl itf'GitH Dike I Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a.m. 792-2889 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH SunJax Wurxhtp 9,VJam and 6 (MJ pm (Child & Adult I (During the Sdkn4 Year Ro R. Seva Gnvnnay:Ptuot Keith Sttrip. Youth Director Al Tic meyer. Community Calling Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship..........................................9 30 a.m. Sunday School...........................11 00 a.m. Adult iiiblc Class 11 00 am. Rut I: Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 Services at 9 30 a m and 6pm 9255 84th Street Alto Ml 49302 R«n- P Adams \ me Jan 27 — Guest l*tvachcr Mr Terry Stevens Unship Sen tee 8 50 a m and 11 (MJ a m t Jr Chunk at 11 (Ml only I Sunday School V 45 a m ; Nursery and Child Care jvatlaNc thnwgh.xit the moram* (6161 89141167 Churvh Office 616 89! 8669 Fax 891 8«U8 *»* cakdoniaunK org Lakeside Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Abn D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Dougbs O. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Communily Churcts A Place for 1.unify & FihikIs 6201 Whitney villc Aicnue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED ('ontetnjMMrary Worship 9 <0 j m Sunday School for All Ages |0 44 a m 1 veiling Worship 6 (M) p ni Pastor Ragrr Rahman • ( htirch Office: HM-C !•»/ w ww laki-sidcconinininly erg Sund.:v Morning Worship Sen Sunday Iwning Servw v Wvdncsduv MkI Week Prayer Word <4 Lite Clulis Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8 Ml a ni X- 11 a in Sunday School for All Ages 9. |5 a in Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service 6 .50 p in Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) Wednesday 6.30 p in Prayer Meeting Wednesday .6.30 p in Youth Fellowship Sunday 6110 pm 891 HO28 • i- iii.nl k-iglil<>ii" i-.i-n m l GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH l22OUWni M (CM Sato Raadi W*y Lmi Mi JU Us . s, s Meeting i<«. friends, and your junuly - right where nw 'rr at - ihrtmgh: Rdesaat Mcwa$cs [>'. UfBV M«S.. Outey CbH Care aad Programs WcrMtp H<«n 9<M)aa j»d KJJOim ist ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whitneyvillo Ave Church School. Sunday AAYTOTWXD XOMMAX KSORK Awx ulc I’jM.* 9 44 a in lYaisc Singing 10 M> a in Morning Wbiship 11 00 a in Wed Fellow ship 7 .MJ p ni Pastor IJuvil l)e\inmet. Si Church Ph 868-MK) • Pastor \ Ph 897-7407 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 ©lb TCimc wILzTHctljoliist ©Ijiirclj 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor __________ Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Mwh? 891 -8440 d CALEDONIA C| UNITED METHODIST Rci Nornun Kohns "We are changed by God's love!" One mile rasl of Wfuineyvtlte Rd Church Office |6I6) M9| -1512 M V at l(MMh St 254 Vine Street M-T to hr.:it Worship; I 1:00 AM Chr. Ed.. 6:00 PM Wed Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God I Omn h with u « arutg heart Jar < w < urwMMmn and the world" M-37, north of Middleville • 795 9726 Leighton Church Commi C 0 Rev Afh Intel Stowell. Ler*/ Paxtor JarCtpuc. Wnrxhip leader Deunx Boumu. Ytmih Pastor Church Office 6 /6 89/ OJX7 IVtshu. Dr Hiiait I- ttanisim Youth Pastor Kutin Stilus CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday SfrYlC* Tjm«» 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick 4=- St Paul Lutheran Church fl (Missouri Sgnod) 84th and Kraft -- Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service g.00AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services fave a Nursenj avaibbh Barner Free www iserv net/~stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ____________ Office g91-g688____________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all sen ices Programs lor all ages For more information (616)891-8119 or w ww pcaccchunh cc Cirjn/ntj fnt friouAy Sriror THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preachinft the Uiing WordSert ing 7he Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10XX) a m (Jr. Church it Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kratt SE. Caledonia Ret Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momng Wonhp •AOdedte Momng Wonhp SoxJoy ScFooi(Jr rtgn % AOJtj) *<rser/ Grade 5 Sr Hiyi - Sir Evenrg Jr Hgn-GrosesM Wea Evenr^g 9 30 a m IIQOam 745am 1100 a m 600-600pm. 600730pm Ruf Luu /.mbman Cr.jtcjy othce Phone - 795-9266 •whitneyville Bible church 8546 Whdneyv e Ave at Mfh St • 89: -866! “The Church where everybody ix sotnehady... ..and Jesus ix bird” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sutaay Schoa 9 30 am xnoa/ Momng Worship 10 30 a m Meeting at chape on wrrtneyvue Ave Sunoay t /enrg Wonhp 6 00 p m Wea ^ave* >> 3oe Study 7 00 p m Qev ’'</'<» ?arcr • Sev 3ovxr Assoc Weos.*e •ri^eA^oeorg �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/January 22. 2002/Page 5 Kaechele-Seeley exchange vows Middleville ag teacher earns national award Lisa Kaechele and Malt Seeley were united in mar­ riage on Oct. 20, 2001 at the Caledonia Methodist Church. Parents of the couple are Duff and Cindy Seeley and Chuck and Donna Kaechele Matron of honor was Amy Anderson, the brides sister. Bridesmaids were Brenda Kaechele. sister of the bride and Rachel Kosters and Erin Mesecar. best friends of the bride. Best man was Brad See­ ley. brother of the groom. Gnximsmcn were Jay Brod­ ock. Matt Washburn and Kevin Borr. friends of the gnxim Ushers were Nick kaechele and Bernie Ander­ son. Elower girls were Kristine Kaechele. Skylar Anderson and Macy Anderson, nieces of the bride Ringbearer was Jarrett Seeley, nephew of the groom. Special little man was Jordan Seeley, son of ENGAGEMENTS the bride and groom. A dinner reception at the Middle-Villa followed the service. The couple reside in Wayland. SERVING OUR COUNTRY I Decker-Shaffer Brock-Nagel Lisa Marie Decker and Jes$e Allan Shaffer will be united in marriage on June I. 2002 The couple, of Virginia Beach. Va.. where the future groom is now stationed with the U.S. Navy, are both grad uates of Thornapple Kellogg High School. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Leslie Kuhtic of Wayland and the late Robert T. Kuhtic Her fiance is the son of Richard and Debra Shaffer of Middle' ille Mr. and Mrs. Arlin Brock of Middleville and Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Nagel are pleased to announce the en­ gagement of their children. Lisa Renee Brock to Jason Bernard Nagel. Lisa is a graduate of Mid­ dleville High School and is currently employed at Yan­ kee Springs Dental of Wayland. Jason is a graduate of Caledonia High School and is a sophomore al Reformed Bible College of Grand Rapids, Mich . where he is pursuing a degree in youth ministry. A March 2, 2002 wedding is planned. Jason L. Doyle Jason L. Doyle fias joined the United Stales Army Reserve under the Delayed Training Program. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay reporting for basic military training for up to 270 days. An enlistment in the Reserve gives many new soldiers the option to learn a new skill, serve their country, and become eligible to receive more than $7,000 toward a college education. $2(),(XX) for repayment of college loans, and a maxi­ mum of $5,000 cash bonus. After completion of basic military training, most sol­ diers receive advanced indi­ vidual training in their career job specialty. Doyle, a 2001 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Middleville. Mich., will report to Fort Jackson. Columbia, S.C.. for basic training. He is the son of Kris and Leroy Doyle of 6475 Crane Road. Middleville. Ron Stevens of Middle­ ville was one of six individ­ uals who received National Association of Agriculture Educators Honorary Life Membership, presented at a special recognition program Dec. 14 at the NAAE annual conference in New Orleans. The award stated: **1957 was a year of poodle skirts and leather jackets. It was also the year that Ron Stevens began teaching in the Lakewood School System. “Always innovative, Stev­ ens was one of the first to adopt computers into his agriscience program in Michigan. For 38 years his program set standards and challenged others to keep up “Under his tutelage. Lake­ wood FFA members receiv­ ed 105 state degrees, one star Agribusiness award, nine American FFA De­ grees, two state Parliamen­ tary Procedures awards, two state Milk Quality team awards and 20 outstanding chapter awards. “Since his retirement in 1995. he has remained active in the profession by serving as co-chair of the Michigan Retired Ag Teachers Assoc­ iation. “The NAAE awards Honorary Life Membership to individuals who have con­ Ron Stevens (left) receives his honorary hfe member­ ship from NAAE President Paul Jaure. tributed to the advancement of agricultural education on a regional or national level. “Agricultural education needs the support of capable people who know the value of quality education that pre­ pares students for the world of work," remarked NAAE President Paul Jaure. The NAAE is the profes­ sional association for agri­ cultural educators. Its mis­ sion is “professionals pro­ viding agricultural education for the global community through visionary leader­ ship, advocacy and service " The NAAE office is locat­ ed at the Agricultural Educa­ tion National Headquarters in Alexandria, Va.. near the nation s capital. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News Action-Ads. Fall 2002 Preschool Registration Opening January 2X, 2002! Forest Hills Presbyterian Preschool will be offering programs for 3, 4, and 5 year olds. Our Young 5 s program is open to children turning 5 before February 15. 2003. Our preschool is accredited by the NAEYC. Enroll your child in a program full of creativity, socialization, learning, and enthusiasm for the young child! We are located at 7495 Cascade Road, off 36th Street. Call today for more information: 957-3239. Take a look this winter at all of our wallpaper savings -ces if0 G-'8 I Everyday Low Prices q r Vz J ■ 'At 1 I Conage 1 . Ch*c I I \J Whimsy wC' o 30-35% OFF All Wallpaper Orders Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. Mullets- • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St • Caledonia Ml 49316 616.891 9294 227 E. Main Street Caledonia. MI 49316 616-891-9171 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7-6, Sat 8-1 �Page 6/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 22 2002 Hike to go through Middleville this July by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When Charles Krammin says, “Take a hike,” he doesn’t mean a walk around the block. Krammin is planning a l()-day. 90-milc hike from Fallsburg Park in Lowell to Battle Creek this June. The hike begins on June 21 at Fallsburg Park with hikers sleeping in tents each night. Hikers will go from Low­ ell to Caledonia, to Mid­ dleville, to Sharp Park at Gun Lake to Prairieville, Delton and the Kellogg Bio­ logical Station before ending on Helmer Road in Battle ( reck. The path goes through Middleville and the hikers will sleep in tents at the Crane Road Recreation Area on the night of June 24. Krammin anticipates hiking 10 miles each day. Krammin is making all the arrangements for the hike, including providing sanitary facilities where needed. He thanked the Middleville Village Council for permission to use the Crane Road property. This 10-day hike defi­ nitely will give participants a view of the 90 miles be­ tween Lowell and Battle Creek that they can’t see from a car or even a bicycle. Krammin is a volunteer with the North Country Trail. Chief Noonday chap­ ter. Information about this hike is available over the Internet at chask ramming voyager.net. Chapter meetings are held at 7 p.m. in the Barry Town­ ship Hall in Delton on the second Wednesday of each month. Members of the chapter will get together for break­ fast at 7 a.m. at Bailey’s An­ chor Inn on M-179 (for­ merly known as Chief Noonday Road) on Satur­ day. March 2. Members will start working on the trail at 8 a.m. For a list of Chief Noon­ day Chapter events, look at the North Country Trail website www.northcountrytrail.org. Books can serve as winter warm up The Thornapplc Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary can be just the place to find a refuge from the cold. Adults can find travel books to help them dream about warmer climes and children can exult in snowy tales. Students will enjoy stories about “Snow Friends” Thursday. Jan. 24 It is an­ other of the “wear your jammies” times, which Francey Tobin has planned for youthful readers. She wants them to wear their “snuggliest pajamas.” Story time beg’ns at 7 p.m. For more information about the TK School and Community Library story times, call 795-5434. NEWEST CITIZEN The musicians are ready for the show which will, be presented on January 24 at the TKHS auditorium. There will be two shows to make it pos­ sible for parents to attend the performance show­ casing their children’s tal­ ents. Page students prepare for 'The Places They’ll Go’ Music’ teacher and show director Diane Halberg helps a student with his costume Here fifth graders dance about their sneak­ ers GIRL, Keeley Jane Satter­ field. born Jan. 4. 2002 at 8:34 a.m. to Chris and Chelsea (Peck) Satterfield. Weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and 19 inches long. Come and get it Jan. 26 Don't let predicted chilly weather keep you from the seventh Chili Cookoff at O'Neil's restaurant. Proceeds benefit the Barry County Commission on Aging. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads What’s Coming to Town? 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Hawes and the Panama Canal For your romantic week s vacation or a 3 or 4 day get»*B gwe us a al Wei show you now easy < is to of «o a romanoc Canwai swnet 7 Nicjtlt'S From SS99* □ Vernier Tratel (6)6|564«„ & Cruise —~ > B Carnival Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village Construction plans are currently underway for Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village in Hastings, (just off of East State Street). The planned project will be a multi-phase retirement community offering: • Assisted Living and Memory Care for Seniors Opening Spring 2002 Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Lining Managed Company - hw. leisure-1 mngconi �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/January 22. 2002/Page 7 GFWC-Gun Lake to offer Casino Night planned for arts, senior scholarships Caledonia Class of ‘02 Arts scholarships are available from the General Federation of Women's Clubs (OFWC)-Gun Lake Area through high school counselors and art depart* ment heads at Delton-Kel­ logg, Wayland Union, Thor­ napple Kellogg and Martin high schools. The four arts scholarships, one to each school, will be awarded to the recipient chosen by the art department at each school. The four sen­ ior scholarships, one to each school, will be awarded by the local women’s club scholarship committee. Community involvement is a high priority on the choice of senior scholarship recipi­ ents because GFWC-Gun Ixikc Area is a community service oriented club. Applications are in the hands of high schcxil coun­ selors and art department heads. Students arc encour­ aged to contact the appropri ate counselors to find out more and what deadlines arc in place. The scholarship program for GFWC-Gun I,akc Area is sponsored by a fund-raiser in the spring. The fund­ raiser this year will be a din­ ner-theater May 9. The event will begin with origi­ nal art work displayed by lo­ cal galleries: dinner pre­ pared by club women who are notorious for their hors' d’eouvres and dessert buf­ fets of the past. The Village Players of Middleville will be presenting the play “Se­ ance at Yankee Springs." More information will be available at a later date. For scholarship informa­ tion, call Ruth Perino, the club’s art department and scholarship committee chairwoman, at 795-2627. The ad sales committee, whose work raises funds for the scholarships, are con­ tacting area businesses and selling ads for the "Gun Lake Business Directory available at the event. Busi­ nesses in the Gun Lake and surrounding area interested in the directory but were not contacted previously can call Fran Leonard. Ad Sales Committee chairwoman, at 795-8731. or Marjory Rich­ ards. club president, at 7953969 Heritage Days panel considers new ideas win treasurer and Marisa Rakouski and Sue Parker Smith, members at large. Regular meetings will be on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings will be at Carveth Village at 7pm. The committee has begun to research improving the children's games area, other activities and work on Fri­ day night s activities at the Stagecoach Park Gazebo. Chairs for each of the committees were selected. Marisa Rakouski will con­ tinue as director of the pa­ rade. She is working on ways to have the parade go more smoothly. Cheryl Pe­ ters is in charge of entertain­ ment. Dave Howell brings his expertise back for the auto show. Sue Parker Smith is in charge of the craft show. Sue Rietman will work on the chess tournament. Frank Fiala will inspire the tractor pull, Susan Vlietstra will head the 5K Run committee and Ray Peters will be look­ ing for sponsors for the event. The next meeting of the Heritage Days Committee will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the Carveth Vil­ lage activity room. For more information about volunteering for the Singer Carol Johnson helped students learn the festival or becoming a spon­ power of cooperation and “the Golden Rule” at a con­ sor, call Cheryl or Ray Peters at 795-4972. cert at Page Elementary on January 16 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sept. 6 and 7 are less than 9 months away and mem­ bers of the Heritage Days Committee already are plan­ ning for new activities. At the organization meet­ ing Jan. 8. Ray Peters was elected president. Cheryl Pe­ ters secretary, Christine Ir- by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School “Class of 2002“ Committee is inviting the public to the annual Casino Night from 7 p.m. to mid­ night Saturday. Feb. 2. at Caledonia's American Le­ gion. Post No. 305. Admission for the eve­ ning is $2. Casino Night is a major fund-raiser, complete with Blackjack. Roulette. 50-50 Raffle and Bet the Dealer, among other games of chance. Proceeds will go to the “Class of 2002 All-Night Party” to give graduating students a chance to visit with their friends and have fun in a safe, alcohol-free environment. According to Karen De­ Witt, committee member. AA, Al-Anon meetings Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.: Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Right after graduation the committee transports (the graduates) to a secret loca­ tion. It's a last night with friends before they go in dif­ ferent directions. It’s a night of fun. food and friendship.” The graduates also play games, win prizes and re­ ceive a remembrance of their graduating class during the party. .As for the Casino Night fund-raiser, committee members are invited all area adults to come and join the fun. see if "Lady Luck is on your side while you help the graduating Class of 2002 have a safe and memorable last evening together. Ashley Ballard named Rotary Student of Month Linda Barton. French and English instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nominated junior Ashley Ballard, daughter of Elizabeth Zalenski of Middleville, as the Rotary Student of the Month for December. Described as “an exciting, motivated young lady,” Ashley has used her abilities and talents to not only help herself but also to help, tutor and assist her peers. Besides being enrolled in three Advanced Placement classes this year, she is also a mem­ ber of the French Club and National Honor Society and is involved in the youth group at her church. In order to fulfill a desire to learn more about French teenagers and their culture, she served as host to two foreign exchange students from France this past sum­ mer. Plans after graduation included work on a pre-med degree at Michigan Stale University. Ashley Ballard Learning about cooperation Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Gill for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan We offer free service that can closely estimate what your IRA could be worth at retirement. If it s not achieving the results you want, I II show you all of our available IRA choices. Dreu McFadden InveMin<*ni Representative 9185 ClM-rry Valks Am . S.E. Smn E, (Libdoiii.i. Ml 49316 Bih: 616-891-1173 Toll Fr„ : 866-891-1173 M. t.4.. -IH Edwardjones Serving Individual Investors Since 1871 �Page 8/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/January 22. 2002 Rich president-elect of state principals’ group Leonard Grassa (Kiel) HARPER WOODS Leonard Grassa (Kiel) of Harper Woods. ML, died Monday. January 14. 2002. Leonard was born on January 22, 1917. and is survived by daughters. Margaret Kiel and Mary Alice Edwards; and by son, Thomas Grassa; his daughter and son-in-law. Margo and Tom Kiel; and his grandsons, Ryan. Robert and David Kiel, praise and thank God for Leonard's profound and constant love and for the Betty Jean Taylor ALTO - Mrs Betty Jean Taylor, age 78, of Alto, pissed away Friday. Jan. 18. /[ The family of Mane Welton would like to thank the A V many people who showed their love and kindness at i the time of her passing r fl To the Beeler Funeral Home for their kindness and jj » caring. Pastor Mark Beers for his comforting words; to jf A those who provided music, and to the ladies from 1 i Caines United Brethren Church who provided food and I W the lovely luncheon. V i A We truly appreciate those who brought food to our A J homes, for the many cards and flowers and visits to the t K funeral home JO H We especially want to thank Jon and Marilyn from 1 Hospice for their genuine concern for Mother and for t (I our feelings; and the Home of Hope, who so lovingly jy cared for Mother in her last week. llT We can’t forget those who visited Mother during her ffl| extended illness. A special thank you to Ruth Roosien J) V and Kelly Thebe who gave Mother so much love while Y fr, caring for her as her illness prog.essed. fl; These kindnesses will always be remembered. ft i W With deepest thanks, fl I fill Shirley and Bob Smith Barb and Richard Rose Butch and Donna Welton JI jl Sheila and Paul Dykstra A A |I beauty of his soul. Reunited with his radiant wife. Alice, they celebrate their love together from their dwelling place in the glorious presence of God. A 2002 at home. Survived by her husband. Russell J. Taylor Sr.; son. Russell John (Andrea) Taylor Jr . of Caledonia; grandson. Russell John Taylor HI; her father. Forrest Bush of Lowell; brother. Orville David Bush of Caledonia; sister-in-law, Eileen Bush of Middleville; several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Greater Grand Rapids. 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Fehsenfeld Center KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2950 W. M-179 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 (616) 948-9500 www.kdlogg.cc.mi.us Bill Rich, principal of McFall Elementary School in the Thomapple Kellogg School District, recently was elected president-elect for the Michigan Elementary and Middle School Princi­ pals Association. Rich will begin his presi­ dent-elect term in July 1, 2002. and will serve as president of the association for a vear beginning July 1, 2003. ' Rich is a TK High School graduate who has worked for the district for more than 25 years. He brings a love of reading, an interest in im­ proving literacy for students in the. local school system and the Kent Intermediate School District, and an ap­ preciation for children to his profession. He can be found on Saturdays during the school year helping students in grades K-3 celebrate reading. He is Bill Rich already making plans for marking the 100th day of the S.E. Division Snowmobile Bowling malfunctions, Results strikes cars S.E.Boys Division Bowling Week 5 Results Lowell 134; Wayland 128; Thomapple Kellogg 84; East Kentwood 56; Forest Hills Central 27; Caledonia 20. Thornapple Kellogg High Game - J. Shaff 127; J. Marble 157; K. Bishop 131; S. Baker 152; L. Shuck 203; J. Smith 214; P. Strong 211; E. Smith 210; S. Aspinall 208. Caledonia High Game A. Reed 90; T. Pike 156; S. Conturie 149; B. Conturie 148; R. Ellinger 168; J. Amonte 168; R. Ellinger 141; CJ. Jarboe 227. S.E. Girls Division Bowling Caledonia - N. Niles 92; K. Haywood 130; B. Moore 125; C. Wolf 117; J. White 125; C. McConnell 109; A. Jamboe 165; B. Yalne 195. Thornapple Kellogg - J. mcDuffee 81; C. Snow 104; M. Moorehouse 145; J. Mann 128; M. Hoffman 141; C. Washburn 173; S. Freeman 161; J. Loose 145; A. Harper 192. A bizarre accident oc­ curred Sunday, Jan. 13, when a man attempting to drive a snowmobile onto a trailer on private property in Yankee Springs Township was thrown to the ground when the accelerator mal­ functioned, according to the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. Troopers said the snow­ mobile continued at an an­ gle, colliding with a pole and then into a barn across the street destroying the door and striking two parked cars inside the building. The rider of the snowmo­ bile, Robert Strader of Wayland, suffered minor inju­ ries. academic year with his alter ego. Zero the Hero. TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Jan. 23 Lunchables. Bologna/ cheese, or checscy burrito, veggie sticks, raisins, milk Thursday, Jan. 24 Cornstack w/chili and cheese or ham and cheese pocket, broccoli w/chcese, pears, milk. Friday, Jan. 25 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, carrots, fresh orange, milk. Monday, Jan. 28 Chicken nuggets w/mashed potato or turkey and cheese on bun, mixed vegetable, applesauce, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Taco salad or checscburg on a bun, seasoned green beans, fresh banana, milk. AM mMiw Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings GULF COAST GETAWAY Travel with the Premier Club from the State Bank of Caledonia. Five-day escorted tour leaving on April 15. • Jet service from Grand Rapids to New Orleans • Four nights in Biloxi • Six meals (two dinners and four breakfasts • Tours and/or admissions to the following: o City tour of New Orleans o Visit Mardi Gras World => City tour of Biloxi o Beauvoir Manor, home of Jefferson Davis o Jefferson Davis Library o Bellingrath Gardens & Estates Call Jan Simpson, club director, for more information 891-7131 �Emmons Lake honors school board members by Cathy L. Ruder Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board was honored last Tuesday for “School Board Member Recognition Month.” Superintendent Doug Busman read a statement from Gov. John Engler and distributed plaques pro* vided by the state for each board member, including Dennis Atkinson. Robert Bergy, James Glcss. Wil­ liam Harrison, Robert Lillie. Bernard Nagel and Kristy Anne Sherlund. The district and Emmons Lake Elementary School (where the meeting was held) recognized the mem­ bers by giving them a hrxxfcd jacket in school colors/insignia (given by the district), plus portraits of each board member, drawn by Emmons lake students. A short introduction from Principal Gordy Nickels ex­ plained what Emmons I^ake staff and students have been up to this past fall. He also mentioned the many heroes of the school system — the ones who couldn't watch television in the days fol­ lowing the Sept. 11 attacks, the ones who couldn’t cry or talk through their feelings at their job because their job was to make sure that life went on in as normal as pos­ sible for the studentsthey were teaching. The mention of the attacks was fitting, as Nickels then introduced a multi-media presentation of Emmons Lake students beginning a month-long unit combining several curriculums. As the screen filled with photos taken of the students and pictures drawn by them, the audience learned that their science expedition into the community took place on Sept. 11. It wasn't until the students returned home that night that they realized what the nation had experienced throughout the day. while they themselves were at the lake. Over the next couple of days the students, like many young folks in the dis­ trict, were encouraged to draw pictures about what they were thinking and feel- Board member Robert Lillie shows off the jacket each member received from the district in recognition of his or her service during “School Board Member Recogni­ tion Month.” (Bernard Nagel, in middle, and Jim Gless are also oictured) In the background are portraits of each board member drawn by students of Emmons Lake as recognition gifts. #7540.03 Property - Student The board then convened Network & Internet Accept­ to a closed session at the re­ Building & Site fund. able Use & Safety and quest of Dr. Busman for the The board approved hiring Don Montgomery seventh #7540.04 Property - Staff annual evaluation of the su­ grade volleyball coach. Bri- Network & Internet Accept­ perintendent. In an interview later with enne Rosenberg eighth able Use & Safety were ta­ grade volleyball coach bled for further investigation Busman, he stated. “From (65%). Lauren Wright and clarification as to what my perspective it was a very eighth grade volleyball disciplinary action would be positive, rigorous and con­ Emmons Lake second-grade students Andrea. Cody coach (35%) and Pam taken in accordance with the structive evaluation.” According to Board Presi­ and Tyler were part of the presentation for the Spitzley seventh grade vol­ disciplinary guidelines. “1 believe that (the guide­ dent Jim Gless, Dr. Busman leyball coach. Caledonia School Board. lines) state ‘up to and in ­ received high marks from The board also accepted the entire board on his an­ resignations from Heather cluding discharge.'’ said ing. Also, they were encour­ were read aloud to the Superintendent Doug nual evaluation. He said the Gordon as custodial aide, aged to draw things con­ board, 23 letters in all were nected with their trip, to re­ presented to them. (More in­ Craig Schmidt as middle Busman All other new/re­ board members arc ex­ school principal (see story in vised policies were ac­ tremely pleased with the di­ member the good things formation on this fund-raiser rection in which he has this issue), and Renata cepted. they learned that day and the for Big Brothers/Big Sisters After acknowledgment taken the district. McCullough, who is retiring fun they had. The combina­ will be coming in further is­ “The entire board gave at the end of this school year that a social studies book in­ tion of these photos, draw­ sues). from teaching at the middle tended for the sixth grade (Busman) a great vote of ings, and narration by the The students’ thoughts had been at the administra ­ confidence. Through his school. students, was put into the and feelings were probably Two of the new/revised tion office for the required guidance and leadership, presentation for the school best summed up in a letter 30 days (with no dissent Caledonia Community policies (listed in last board. written by Jacob E. — month’ meeting review) pro­ from the community), the Schools continues to pursue Emmons Lake second “Dear School Board, Yester­ posed by Neola, Inc. were board approved “World Ex­ excellence in every aspect of grade teacher Terri Morrow day we went swimming. We tabled when questions arose plorer-Western Hemisphere” education including students and part of her class treated had to pay. But if we had a from member Dennis Atkin­ published by Prentice Hall, and staff and the commu­ the board to a presentation pool, we could walk to it. It nity.” son. Both new policies 2001. about working toward a would be free.” swimming challenge in early “It was some of the best June to raise money for Big writing I’ve seen them do,” Brothers/Big Sisters. As said Morrow. CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Morrow explained, even School board President though the eventual fund­ Jim Gless thanked Nickels, GRANTS TO DATE raiser will be in Gun Lake, the students and Morrow for now that the weather has the presentations stating, The Caledonia Education Foundation was established in 1998 with turned cold, the students “(The presentation) was have been practicing for heartwarming. We some­ the purpose of providing funding in the form of grants for exception­ their upcoming swim at the times get wrapped up in the al educational programs that would not otherwise lx* underwritten by pool in Middleville. (Not all administration of the Caledonia Community Schools. Requests for grant support can lx* the students knew how to school... we kind of forget swim when they undertook who we’re actually working made by any individual or group, with special consideration given to this task.) for sometimes. The presen­ initiatives that partner school, business and community resources that During one of their trips tation was refreshing. The enhance educational opportunities for students attending Caledonia to the Middleville pool, the children make the whole Community Schools. So far, CEF has awards grants totaling approxi­ obvious question came up, (working on the board) “Why don't we have a worthwhile.” mately $30,000! swimming pool in Caledo­ In business proceedings, nia?” In making learning the board approved a resolu­ Project - Date Awarded - School/Contact - Amount connected to what her stu­ tion authorizing joint sani­ Six “start up" grants - January, 1999 dents care about Morrow re­ tary sewer and water main Totaling Approximately - $5,000 plied, “1 don’t know, why extension. Members also ac­ Wood Duck Project - December, 1999 don’t you write the school cepted the bid for fencing Caledonia Middle School/Duane Petroskcy board and ask them.” from Fence Consultants of $3,614 And write they did. West Michigan for $76,338 FOCAL April, 2000 Though only three letters to come from the 2000 Kettle Lake Elementary/Jeff Worman $543 Mackinaw Island Trip - April, 2000 Emmons Lake Elementary/Allison Hall White 3,350 The Pond - April, 2000 Emmons lake Elementary/Todd Dejong $610 The Rainforest - April, 2000 Caledonia Middle School/Mikc and Dorothy Wolf $3,600 It Beats Four Walls August, 2000 Emmons lake Elementary/Todd Dejong/(»ordic Nichols $10,000 over three years Ropes Course and Nature Trail June, 2001 Kettle Lake Elementary/Chris Warren $2,500 CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Caledonia Community Schools will be taking registrations beginning February 1, 2002 for Fall 2002 Kindergarten and Young 5's dosses. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1, 2002, please contact Michele at the Caledonia Community Schools Administration Office at 891*0185 for a registration pock* et. If you currently have children in the district, please con* tact the elementary building secretary where your children attend for the registration packet. \ Creating Opportunities. Empowering our community. Funding our future. P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, MI 49316-0353 (616)752-8516 �Page 10/The Sun and News MiddleviHe Ml/January 22. 2002 Security during power outages »NAI*S» Electricity i** never appniiaUtl much when it is gone Whatever the gium*—increawd demand on puwer utility suppli***, winter ice and snow storms or other ; disaster*-- - power oulagi*s an* becoming mon- frequ<tit, dis­ rupting daily home and Imisiness activitk’s. “That's a major n*s«son sales of standby power gi-rwrators have increased," says Pat Simpson, host of'the |x»|>ular HGTV cable tek'vision sen<*s Hefore and After and Fix-It Up. “With a standby genera­ tor in place. homeowners can f<x*l secure that daily life will goon no matter what hiippens to the power supply.*' llo«neown<Ts'incn'5«scd amn*m alvsit Mucunly is n*fkxtid in a T}meK ’NN poll jmjHisIkvI in <MUwt200I that n*ported the numlx-r ol those inti rested in liuying a generator lir Mai­ nly n-asons climbed U» I* prcent. This concern translates into a punhasing land -wince Sepleinls r II. 2001, retail sales have spiked by up to 25 |M*rcent compared with pre­ vious years' side's, according to Briggs & Stratton, small engine manufacturer “I lomesiwiMTs like to In* in control," says Simpson “A standby generator is really a tangible limn ol insurance." Today, the right generator can ki-ep the lights and heat on, the food cold and the Isms- iMismcMs running. Even security systems and sump pumps will remain active through any power-related emergency Simpson says, however, that consumers n<*ed to he informed about the decision to purchase* and operate a standby generator. “There an* two types of standby gi*nerators: peertable- and per­ manently installed." Portable generators are* smaller. gasoline*-ruelrd. man­ ually started models that can |M>we*r necessary household items. The* wattage* range* of these units runs from 4.000 to 10.000 watts An impor­ tant accessory for portable units is a Manual Power Transfer System, which elim­ inates the* ne*ed for extension cords and makes transferring standby power to a home* List, safe and e*asy. Permanently instalkd auto­ matic-start generators an* the* most tachnoitypcally advanced generators Drmanent stand­ by units can sense a power disruption and automatically start even if no one* is home, then shut off automatically when the* line* power is n*stond. The*se units connect directly to the* home’s natural gas supply or a propani* fuc*l supply and range* from 5,(MM) to 20.(100 watts Hen* an* (hnx* tips Simpson given for selecting the* right standby generator to meet your needs. S -D nology. electronic ignition Ibr easy starts, low <hI shutdown and a low-tone muffler for quirt operation. “Don't wait for the next power emergency." says Simpson. “Take hack control of your power supply with a standby generator.*' A or free infnrmqtintt ahnut se/et ting and operating a standby genemthr. tn// I ftti (>E.\ .s’ATN or t isif mni /viggs i r ntfstrntttni .i ihh /^•iicmhtrs An tm/ine “Adr t/»e Kvfvrt’t/tnstnmnnirr nd/uvlk vm thmttft/i the prompt ry .w*/n Ung a gen emti>r nmi t hnpxing fi-ntnres ami m vexsonrs. WRW... 1.JU HGTV host Pat Simpson says that standby power generator sales have dou­ bled in the last five years, largely because of increas­ ing power outages Sweetheart Parfaits Are Sweet Perfection 1. Determine the type of generator: The first thing to consider is budget. A portable generator will cost $500 to $1,000 Permanent standby systems will run $5,000 to $10,000 installed. 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Choose your features: Some* generator manufacturer- include features such as larger fuel tanks for longer run-time and automatic voy­ age n-gulation to pruti’ct sen­ sitive electronic equipment Options to l«M»k for include overhead valve (OHV> tech­ FREE MARKET ANALYSIS I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I <NAPS)--There are many special occasions throughout the year that call for a sw«*l finale. Sweetheart Parfaits are the perfect answer. California Mission and (alimyrna Figs an* simnwnd in a sweet orange-flavored syrup and sit atop a croamy. luscious chees4*cake mousse. Sprinkled with crushed hutlery-rich shortbread cookies and tonstecT walnuts, these individual parfaits take l<*ss than .30 minutes to prepan* You also can make the ingn*dients a day ahead. Blue Bilibin (kvhard Choier and Sun-Maid (’alifimna Dot'd Figs an* readily available in the produce department or grocery aisle. Always sweet, chewy and bursting with fla­ vor dried figs an* the perfect fruit to add to scones, quick broads, salads, compotes and di'sscrts, or to kivp on hand lir a quick, energy-filkd snack. For mon* delightfully deli­ cious recipes, go to www valleyrig.com. ('alifornia Dried Figs an* a groat soum* of filler and provkk* a healthy amount of iron, calcium and potassium, as well as other ess<*nlial nutrients. Celebrate all your special meals this year with Sweet­ heart Parfaits. Sweetheart Parfaits Fig-Orange Sauce: 1 cup sliced, stemmed Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid ('alimyrna or Mission Figs % cup orange juice lA cup packed golden brown sugar The Caledonia varsity ski teams went to the Crystal Mountain Invitational in 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the ivay to or from work) Quality ctental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 1 tablespoon orangeflavored liqueur or orange juice ’Zt teaspoon lemon juice Cheesecake Mousse: 3 ounces cream che<*se, softened 'A cup powdered sugar 'A teaspoon vanilla extract h cup whipped heavy cream Topping and Garnish: lA cup crumbled shortbread cookies *Zi cup chopped, toasted pecans or almonds Sprigs of fresh mint, optional To make sauce: In small saucepan, combine figs and orange juice. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and sim­ mer until liquid is: re­ duced to about '/« cup. I to 5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and simmer until liquid is syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in orange liqueur and lemon juice. Chill until serving time. To make mousse: With wire whisk, brat cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and rrvamy. G«*ntly whisk in *A the whipped cream. With rubber spatula, fold in remaining whipped cream. (Sauce and mousse* can b<* held in refrigera­ tor up to I day.) To serve: Spoon mousse* in bottom of 1 martini or cham­ pagne flutes. Smooth to an even layer. Top with fig sauce. Sprinkle* with crumbled cookies and nuts, (iarnish with mint. Makes 4 servings. Scot skiers 2nd, 5th at Crystal Mountain Christopher J. Hier, Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Always sweet, chewy and bursting with flavor, figs add flavor to many desserts. |N1TE .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! Flushing on Saturday, where the girls placed second and the boys placed fifth. Medalists for the girls were Erin Samuels, l^turcn Ondcrsma. Lindsey McNeil and Jessica Maraino. The team placed first in the sla­ lom and third in the giant slalom to finish second overall with 64 points, nine behind first-place Benzie (55). In the slalom. Ondcrsma placed third in 1:02.67. McNeil was fourth in 1:06.09, and Brooke Hen­ drey placed sixth in 1.417.40. In the giant slalom, Sam­ uels was third in 49.53. Hcndrey was 10th in 52.K6, and McNeil was 11 th in 52.90 The hoys finished fifth in both races to place fifth overall. Sam Vandcnhurg took 10th in the slalom in 1:01.10. Andrew Ondcrsma placed 15th (l:27.KO) and David Juhlin was 19th (1:39.44). Three other racers were disqualified. John Sherman was 15th in the giant slalom in 4K.53. Adam Crandell was |6th in 50.96, and Andrew On dersma finished IXlh in 53.11. The teams ski at ( an nonsburg tonight in the third varsity race of the season. (MICHAEL Evans 19a i n t i ng Wall Covering Interior/Exterior Over 10 years OF QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP Call 795 3133 �The Sun and News MiddtevrHe. Ml/January 22, 2002/Page 11 Kettle Lake’s top 2 spellers announced by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer It wasn't hard to MISIN* TERPRET the MEMORA­ BLE groans and SPASMS among fifth-graders partici­ pating in Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary's spelling bee last Monday. Their POSTURE was good, but their numbers DWINDLED to a LEAGUE of just two ENERGETIC young men. CONGRATULATIONS go to Alex VanWcrdcn (first place). Mitch Spencer (sec­ ond place) and the rest of the participants for their hard work. The winning word, spelled by VanWcrdcn, was “ VARIATION.” The two spellers with a REPUTATION for exact spelling will now head to the regional spelling bee sometime in Febru- Where you get your photos processed does matter Don’t trust those memones to anyone but the trained staff at Printing Plus where we care for those special moments you've captured on film! ^^35mm Film Processing 1E HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available Alex VanWerden (right) took first place in Kettle Lake Elementary’s fifth grade spelling bee last Monday. 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Ml/January 22. 2002 Caledonia Village Manager lakes over clerk’s position by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village Man­ ager Sandra Ayers will as­ sume the duties of the vil­ lage clerk in addition to her regular position, following her appointment as clerk Jan. 14. She was already serving as deputy clerk. Ayers has served as man­ ager since she was hired in May 1999 to fill a post va­ cated by Pete Stull in Octo­ ber of the previous year. One reason for wanting the position in 1999 was the challenge and her personal commitment to make a dif­ ference. She now welcomes the additional clerk s duties. She said she felt the added duties of the clerk's job could eas­ ily be merged with those she already performs, with only a few more hours a week. Ayers had previous expe­ rience managing an apart­ ment complex, where she handled financing from the Michigan State Housing De­ velopment Authority (MSHDA) and a variety of operations similar to those required as village manager. She also worked as an office manager for a State Farm in­ surance agent. Ayers has been a Caledo­ nia resident for around 18 years. She is married to Philip Ayers, and has two Thornapple Township seeks new streetlights by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Township is working with Consumers Energy Company to make changes in strcctlighting service. The township is asking for two new lights, one at the intersection of Cherry Valley and Adams roads and the other at the M-37 and Fawn Road. In other business the board officially accepted the resignation of Donna Sta- SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE CHANGE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER PARK COMMITTEE 284 N BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333 (616) 795 9091 Meeting Change FROM “MARCH 13th - 2002“ TO: “JANUARY 24 2002“ Place of Meeting Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N Bnggs Road Middleville - Ml 49333 Time: 7 p.m. Purpose of Meeting: Residents encouraged to attend and assist the Township Planner and Park Committee with the new park layout. Survey response will be available at the meeting and will be used as top pri­ orities for the park plan. Grant application procedures will be discussed This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 10 days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board A copy of this notice is on file in the office of the clerk. gray as township clerk. She had submitted her letter of resignation on Nov. 12. The resignation is effective March 31. The trustees will appoint someone to fill this position at the board’s February meeting. Electrical problems with the new tanker truck for the fire department are being worked on by the manufac­ turer. The trustees did ap­ prove spending $2,651 for new tools and appliances for the taker. In other TI ES business, Don Clinton was appointed as joint services lieutenant and Ryan Mugridge was re­ instated to the fire service. Supervisor Don Boysen re­ ported that interviews for the emergency services ad­ ministrator’s position will be held with the six applicants on Monday, Jan. 21. The board is working on the new budget and will hold a meeting at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28. The Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ reation Committee will meet that night at 7 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Thornapple Township Board will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, in the township hall. AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Rezoning Application of a P&L Company— 5320 68th Street, S.E., and 6851 & 6871 Broadmoor Avenue) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 Trie Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District and the R-R Rural Residential District to the HC H.gnway Commercial District That part of the North 165 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 lying Westerly of the center­ line of State Trunk Line M-37; and also Part of the Northeast 1 4 commencing 990 feet West and 165 feet South of the Northeast comer of sad section thence South parallel with the East Section Ine 330 feet thence East parallel with the North section line 283 feet, more or less to the centerline of State Trunk Lrie M-37 tnence Northwesterly along sad centerime 379 feet, more or less, to a pont 165 feet South from toe North section line, thence West parallel with toe North section Ime 109 feet more or less, to begmntng. and also That part of the South 66 feet of toe North 561 feet of the East 12 of toe Northeast 1 4 tying Westerly of the centerime of Broadmoor Avenue also toe South 330 feet of toe North 495 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1 4 except the East 990 feet ar n Section 7 Town 5 North Range 10 West. Caledonia Township Kent County. Michigan Section 2 This ordinance shall become effective seven days ahe< its publication or sever days of the publication of a summary of its provisions m a toca> newspaper or general orcuiatior First Reading January 16 2002 Second Reading Ordinance becomes effective I hereby certify that the foregoing s a true and complete copy of an ordnance adopted by the Township Board of the Cnarter Townsnip o< Caledonia at a regular meeting ne*d on toe date first stated above, and I further certify that pubtec notice of such meeting was given as provoed by law 303 Sandra Ayers sons. Ayers succeeds Aimlee Brumleve, who left the clerk’s position to join Paws With a Cause late last year. Village President Daryl Penfold said since the clerk is not an elected or a term position, having the man­ ager perform both roles was not a problem. The move also was supported by the village attorney. Minor changes in the policies and procedures manual would be needed, and amendments to the ordinance would be made next month. There was some comment that applications for the clerk's position could still be received, and considered for possible backup if a clerk was needed in the future. The regular meetings of the council will continue to be held the second Monday of each month except in March, which will be Tues­ day. March 12, due to the election the day before. The Caledonia council last week also approved a request for $40,000 in Com­ munity Development Block Grant funds to be added to $33,500 already allocated for village use toward pav­ ing of the Rail-Trail. Nick Unger reported peti­ tions are being circulated to change the speed limit on M-37 near 100th Street. He had about 1.000 signatures for his efforts' and thought there were at least twice as many collected by others working on the change Plans to take the petition to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) were not finalized. No further negotiation has been completed on efforts to make 92nd Street a village street. A resolution making North Street a Milage street must be made by December of this year to include the costs of maintenance in the annual billing. The deal to purchase the street has not yet been finalized. Still needed are a survey and title search. Sheep farmers who graze sheep around the sewer treatment facility would like a contract completed before April, so they can get their sheep in earlier this year. CHARTER TUP. OF CALEDONIA REGULAR MEETING January 16, 2002 Present: Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer Absent: Snyder Also Present: Manager/Planner Zylstra, Utilities Administrator Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer and sever­ al citizens. The meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, Cardwell to remove items regarding fencing from under 5 and add as 10E - Utility Fencing. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. 10F - Programs Specialist search Committee. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Bujak Add 9D compensation commis­ sion report. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to remove items 9B and 9C regarding the fire chief position. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison sec­ ond Bravata to approve the con­ sent agenda as written. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Har nson discussed a community watch program and the Sheriff 's Office coming to the Township to help with any questions Discus­ sion of Liquor License/Permit was held MEMORANDUM FROM MANAGER REGARDING ELECTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION OFFICERS FOR 2002: Zylstra commented on the appointments on the Planning Commission as follows Chair­ man Arch'e Warner. Vice Chair­ man Ric Parent, and Secretary Duane Gunnmk LETTER FROM ENGINEER PROVIDING UPDATED STA­ TUS OF SHAGBARK CONDO­ MINIUMS CORRESPON­ DENCE: Discussion was held Harrison discussed a letter requesting the withholding of permits be revoked ORDINANCE - SECOND READING - REQUEST BY JON BRATT AND KIET BUI TO REZONE PARCEL NUMBERS 41.23.06.200.044 AND 41.23. 06.200.046, FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY TO HC, HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL. PROPERTIES COMMONLY KNOWN AS 6346 AND 6370 BROADMOOR AVENUE: Moved Stauffer, second Har­ rison to adopt the ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia rezoning application of John Bratt and Kiet Bui 6346 and 6370 Broadmoor Avenue Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. COMPENSATION COMMIS­ SION: Discussion was held regarding approving portions or the entire report. It is understood that the whole report must be approved or denied Discussion was held regarding the report. REPORT - UPDATE FROM THE LIBRARY COMMITTEE: Eric Longman discussed the Committee's recent issues, such as sites and direction from the Board. The Committee would like to bring a presentation to the first meeting in March. MOTION - TO CHANGE THE TOWNSHIP REPRESENTA­ TIVE TO THE GRAND VALLEY METROPOLITAN COUNCIL: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to have Bryan Harrison be the Township Representative to the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO PAY COMPEN­ SATION FOR INCREASED MEETINGS OF THE PLAN­ NING COMMISSION FOR WORK ON THE COMPREHEN­ SIVE UPDATE OF THE ZON­ ING ORDINANCE: Discussion was held regarding adding up to 2 additional meetings a month for the next 7 months Moved Stauffer, second Harrison to allow the Planning Commission to meet up to 4 times a month for 7 months Ayes Harrison. Card well. Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Bravata MOTION CARRIED MOTION - REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY STAFF HELP FOR ASSESSOR: Moved Har rison, second Stauffer to allow for temporary staff for the Assessor Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. UTILITY FENCING: Discus­ sion was held Moved Cardwell, second Robertson to not have put a fence around the water plant Ayes Cardwell, Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer Nay Harrison and Bravata PROGRAMS SPECIALIST SEARCH COMMITTEE M Harrison, second Stauffer to appoint Harrison and remove Stauffer from the Programs Specialist Search Committee BOARD COMMENTS: Dis cussion was held regarding the Cable Channel PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Lynn Demann of Wade St questioning Shagbark ADJOURNMENT: Moved Bravata, second Cardwell to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. THE FREEPORT PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING DATES FOR 2002 ARE: January 15th February 19th March 19th April 16th May 21st June 18th July 16th August 20th September 17th October 15th November 19th December 17th All meetings start at 7 p.m. ____ ___ 304 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 22. 2002/Page 13 Remediation recommended for Shagbark by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday dis­ cussed Shagbark Condo­ miniums, which has been enduring ongoing flooding problems within the devel­ opment. Shagbark residents whose basements have regularly flooded, have complained to the board for the past several months. Legal advice was to pursue state mediation, but they said it has produced no action. A report by Township En­ gineer Randy Wilcox, and a separate plan submitted by Kyle D. Wilson advised ex­ pansion of the detention pond to provide storage for a 25-year storm event with a controlled release pipe in ac­ cordance with the Kent County Dram Commission requirements. In addition, an overflow spillway was recommended to be sized for a l(X)-ycar storm event. An open ditch down­ stream from the site along mobile home park property west ot the condo also would need alterations to make it adequate for posi­ tive drainage, with a Shag­ bark easement for drainage into the ditch. The mobile home park is willing to par­ ticipate in half the construc­ tion cost, and it is expected the other half will be cov­ ered by Northland Manage­ ment. A recommendation that storm sewer be laid again from the catch basin on the north side of W'ade Street to the detention basin was made. At present, the storm sewer is submerged all of the time. Regrading the yards be­ tween the 76th Street berm and the back of the condos was advised to increase the slope away from the build­ ings for better drainage. Also televising and inspect­ ing the storm line from the catch basin at 76th Street and Shagwood north was recommended, to determine if collapse or sediment in the pipe was blocking the nor­ mal flow. Wilcox further recom- VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting Summary of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia January 14. 2002 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Unger, Audy, Oaks. Erskine, Gilbert, Penfold. Regan & Ayers. Absent: Zandstra. Consideration of Agenda: Motion to approve by Oaks, sup­ port by Unger. All Ayes-Motion Carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motioned by Unger to accept the agenda, support by Oaks. All Ayes-Motion Carried. Public Comments - none. Township Liaison Report. Village Manager Report: Asked for approval to apply tor CDBG Funds in the amount of $40,000 to pave the 1/2 mile of the Paul Henry/Thomapple Trail through the Village on the east­ side of Kinsey St., from Lake to 100th All Ayes-Motion carried Village President Report: Waiting for response from S&H on offer regarding the purchase of 92nd Street Unfinished Business: New Business: 1 Resolution R001-02 to appoint Sandra Ayers as Village Clerk. All Ayes- Motion earned 2 Budget amendment for $2500 00 to 101-265-812 0 for LaNore Bark-Grinding Yard waste - All Ayes Motion carried 3 Approval of official Meeting Times for the year 2002, motion to approve the sec­ ond Monday of the month for Council Meetings with the exception of March 2002, the meeting will be held on Tuesday. March 12. 2002 Planning Commis­ sion meetings will be the first Tuesday of each month. ZB A to be held as needed. All meetings begin at 7 00 PM. All Ayes-Motion carried. 4. Cable Franchise Fee Audittabled Council Comments: Erskine has talked with the local farmers regarding the sheep grazing again this year and would like Sandy to follow up with them. Nick reported that a 4th of July committee meeting will be held the first week in February, all interested persons please attend Adjournment 7:30 PM Respectfully submittedSandra Ayers, Village Clerk Attention Freeport Residents The Village Council at its regularly scheduled meeting on January 14. 2002. at 7:30 p.m. set the following meeting dates for the 2002-2003 fiscal year. March 11, 2002 April 8. 2002 May 13. 2002 June 10. 2002 July 8. 2002 August 12. 2002 September 9. 2002 October 14. 2002 November 11, 2002 December 9. 2002 January 13. 2002 February 10. 2002 All meetings will be held at 7 30 p.m. ®i mended expansion of the pond, which will require site plan modification by the Planning Commission. A tree line buffer between Shagbark and the Country Meadows Mobile Home Park should remain in place, he said. At the end of December. Wilcox said he did not rec­ ommend that Caledonia Township allow additional buildings to be constructed in Shagbark until a proper storm water management system was completed, as additional impervious sur­ faces would add to the prob­ lems. Correspondence to the board had been received, asking that the withholding of permits be revoked. This was discussed, but no action was taken. The Compensation Com­ mission recommendation made earlier this month was discussed again at the Jan. 16 meeting. If not vetoed, the changes will go into ef­ fect within 30 days of their recommendation. The commission Jan. 2 recommended from 6 to 10 percent salary increases for board members to occur over the next two years. Spokesman Carl Johnson said the commission found pay rates very low when compared with other town­ ships. Twenty-five different townships were the basis for comparison. The commission reduced the salaries proportionately for part-time job duties and responsibilities The basis used was to select townships with similar populations and SEVs. The supervisor, treasurer and trustee positions were recommended for a 10 per­ cent increase per year while the clerk's position was to be increased by six percent per year. Increases recom­ mended were less for the clerk because that salary is closer to the midpoint range for that job than the others. The midpoint range for a part-time supervisor position is $33,500. The supervisor (less than full time) was rec­ ommended at a pay rate of $23,452 for the rest of 2002 and $25,797 in 2003. The treasurer would re­ ceive at the rate of $27,748 in 2002, and $30,523 the next year. The midpoint sal­ ary range for a 30-hour per week treasurer was $31,000. The clerk, who has the most years of tenure, would be paid at the rate of $28,090 in 2002, and $29,775 in 2003. The mid­ point range for the clerk was $29,500. The trustees would be paid $88 per meeting this year, and $97 per meeting next year. Extra meetings and service on committees was not taken up in the re­ port and may be discussed at a later meeting. The mid­ point per diem rate for trus­ tees is $167. The citizen compensation commission was appointed in December 2001 to recom­ mend township officials' salaries for the coming year. Members were Chairwoman Mary Christi, Carl Johnson. Katherine (Kay) Newell. William (Bill) Zourdos. and John Buchan, picked for their expertise in accounting and financial fields. Johnson explained the members felt low compensa­ tion should not be a deter­ rent to attracting and retain­ ing the best talent to fill offi­ cial positions. They wanted to bring salaries into a range commensurate with other townships, but in a fiscally responsible manner, and agreed on a two-year fiscal period to bring up the scale. Commissioners defended their recommendation be­ cause they said the salaries were so far below the aver­ age. They had chosen not to activate the increases all in one year. They felt the amount of township growth and official responsibility made it imperative to make the salaries commensurate with others in comparable positions in other govern­ mental units. State law provides two methods to raise official salaries. One is by a board resolution, which was cho­ sen last year. The other method is to follow the rec­ ommendation by a citizen commission. The commis­ sion meets every two years in odd years, according to state law. After discussion by the board, no action was taken. The whole report and rec­ ommendation must be taken as presented or denied in full, with no option to repeal some part. If the board does not revoke the plan by a two-thirds vote, the pay in­ creases will go into effect within 30 days from the date of the commission recom­ mendation. Another request to ap­ prove additional meetings of the Planning Commission while they complete the comprehensive update of the zoning ordinance, and to pay them a per diem amount for those extra meetings was ap­ proved by the board, with opposition from Bill Bra- See Shagbark, pg. 14 VILLAGE OF FREEPORT GENERAL ELECTION CANDIDATES FOR THE MARCH 11. 2002, ELECTION Running For President Harold Andrus Timothy Fish Treasurer Dorothy Kelley James Yarger Suzanne Williams Clerk Yvonne Aspinall Trustee LuAnn Forbes Robert Ruthruff Open Seat 300 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 16th day of January, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata, Bujak, Robertson, Stauffer ABSENT: Snyder The following ordinance was offered by Stauffer, supported by Harrison ORDINANCE NO. _ 02-01Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Rezoning Application of John Bratt & Klet Bul 6346 and 6370 Broadmoor Avenue) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family Residential District to the HC Highway Commercial District: That part of the following described lands lying Northeasterly ot a line beginning at a point 2398.49 feet North 89°06 04" West and 150.12 feet North 29°33 50” West and 144 36 feel North 60°26’10“ East from the East 1/4 corner, thence North 29J33’50' West 244 16 feet, thence Northwesterly 76 39 feet along a 10040 68 foot radius curve to the left the long chord of which bears North 29°59'59“ West 76 39 feet to the point of ending—North 300 feet of the South 600 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast fractional 1/4 except the East 435.6 feet and except commencing 431.04 feet North of the North and South 1/4 line from, thence Southeasterly along said highway line 60.0 feet, thence Northeasterly 375 80 feet to a point 570.0 feet North from the East and West 1/4 line and 356 80 feet East from the cen­ ter of section; thence East parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 60 0 feet, thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 30 0 feet; thence West parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 416.80 feet to the North and South line; thence South 168 96 feet to begin­ ning and also that part of the following described lands lying Southwesterly of a line begin­ ning at a point 2398.49 feet North 89°06'04" West and 144 36 feet North 60^6’1 O’ East from the East 1/4 comer; thence North 29'33'50' West 394.28 feet to the point of ending— that part of the North 165 feet of the South 300 feet of the West 1/2 of the Northeast frac­ tional 1/4 lying Easterly of the centerline of State Trunkline M-37 except the South 15 feet of the East 952 36 feet, all in Section 6. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of rts provisions in a local newspaper of general cir­ culation. AYES: AH. NAYS: None ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison Township Supervisor Patricia Snyder Township Clerk First Reading December 19, 2001 Second Reading January 16, 2002 Ordinance becomes effective January 27, 2002 302 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/January 22. 2002 Y.S. planners approve antiques home business by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Cottonwood Antiques will become a new business along Patterson Road after approval of a home occupa­ tion for Carol Ludema and Cortlandt Guy. The two arc moving into a home they are buying at 1885 Patterson Road. They will be renovating the home and selling the antiques from a garage they will also renovate. Guy said. "Wc want to make it seem more like a residential area." He also was willing to abide by any restrictions set by the Yan­ kee Springs Planning Com­ mission. Guy owns Passwaters An­ tiques in Georgetown, Dela­ ware. but hopes to retire to Michigan He thinks that while there may be more in­ terest in the business during the summer season. "I would like to be busy" but that dur­ ing the rest of the year it should be quiet. The parcel is just slightly less than 3 acres and the drive is circular so that no one will have to back out onto Patterson Road. "I will be selling the best antiques I come across.” he said. Commissioner Bruce Cook was concerned that this was a retail operation and didn't fit what he con­ sidered to be a home occumation. Commission Chairman Richard Beukema did not participate in the discussion since his home is within 300 feet of the property. There was no one in the audience who raised any questions during the public hearing. Commissioner Frank Fiala discussed the require­ ments for a home occupa­ tion in a rural residential zone. There can be no out­ side storage and the com­ mission can review the spe­ cial use once a year. Guy assured the commis­ sioners that he would be building "a good business for the area. The special use was ap­ proved by a vote of 4-1. Cook voted against it. Beu­ kema did not participate and Jack Finkbeiner did not at­ tend the meeting. The commission then held an open discussion of the new sign ordinance they are considering. Copies of the ordinance had been distnbuted to local business ow ners. The sign ordinance will be discussed in a public hearing March. 7. Also part of the public hearing are a revision of the special ex­ ception uses ordinance and parcel corrections. Following the March 7 meeting, these issues will go to the tow nship trustees for approval, probably at their April meeting. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Planning Commission will be Feb. 7 for a work session and on Feb. 21 for the regular meet­ ing. Both meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Yankee Springs Township Hall. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Race shouldn’t be an issue To the editor: I am the mother of seven children. I graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School. Three of my chil­ dren have graduated from TKHS, two are in high school and one in kinder­ garten. Never in all these years Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activ­ ities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. has race been an issue at Thomapple Kellogg. In fifth grade all of my kids had to memorize and recite Martin Luther King Jr's speech "I Hase a Dream. They learned it for a reason. But now we have a high school principal w ho ignores the value of iMr. King’s speech. Singling out those four senior girls from a would be fun day because they painted their skin brown is a racial issue that needs to be addressed by the school board. Would Ellen Zack rather have them dress as the white rapper Eminem who sings about murdering pregnant women? At least their skin would have remained white. I believe the girls deserve an apology from Mrs. Zack in front of the student body. And maybe she could mem­ orize and recite the “I Have a Dream” speech at the same time. Tamara Zylstra, Freeport TK Students of the Month named The following young people were chosen Students of the Month of December at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (front row, from left) Heather Punt. Kristin Seaman, Wendy Mickelwait, Heather Moored; (second row) Miranda Covey. Angie Feinck. Heather Totten; (third row) Carl Frey, Jennifer Piccard. Stacy Vandefifer. Sean Barrett; (fourth row) Andrew Reeder, Franklin Glass. Chris Howarth; (fifth row) Kyle Funk, Jason Adgate, Trevor Manning and Chet Berkimer. Unavailable for picture are Brent Joyce and Ryan Lavich. Shagbark recommendation, from pg. 13 vata. The cost is $570 per meeting with seven commis­ sioners. This would require a budget amendment of an increase of $7,980 to com­ plete the work in about seven months. A consultant. Ken Dettloff has a contract to assist the commissioners with that task through July. He has agreed to increase his own time of involvement at no extra cost. The commission still would like to complete the zoning ordinance by the goal date. fence. The township re­ ceives compensation from the service providers. In other business, a re­ quest by Jon Bratt and Kiel Bui to rezone parcels from low density residential to highway commercial use in the 63(H) section of M-37 was approved after the sec­ ond reading. The first reading was Additional temporary help for new Assessor Laura Stob was requested by Township Manager Dave Zylstra and granted by the board. A fence around the town­ ship-owned water tower grounds within the village jurisdiction, to enclose util­ ity buildings put there by service providers with an­ tennae on the tower was op­ posed, even after several es­ timates were obtained. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison and Bravata sup­ ported a township owned completed of another re­ quest by P&L Co. L.C. to rezonc parcels at 5320 68th Street and 6851 and 6871 Broadmoor Ave. from previ­ ous zoning for general busi­ ness and rural residential to highway commercial use A presentation from the New Library Building Advi­ sory Committee is planned for March 6. Suspect identified in drunk driving fatality A report in last week’s is sue of the Hastings Banner on the sentencing of con­ victed drunk driver Nick Bont, 19, of Middleville has led to the identification of a suspect sought by police for providing the alcohol which led to the death of Bont’s passenger, Sarah Wiese, Sept. 7. Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill, Barry County Sheriff’s De­ partment detectives received a tip on the suspect’s iden­ tity. ‘The investigation H con­ tinuing,” said McNeill ' The information provided is con­ sistent with statements made by Nick Bont on the record (at his sentence hearing Jan. 3.)” McNeill declined to an­ swer questions about the suspect, other than to con­ firm that it is a male from Middleville over the age of 21. Outstanding Athletes &uaw, Thomapple-Kellogg High School (MlddkMIe) Basketball Caledonia High School Wresting The junior captain placed sec­ ond at 140 pounds at the Athens Invitational on Jan. 12 and leads by example, says coach Jim Maxim ‘He's a great kid and a great leader who gives 100 percent effort/ Maxim said. The senior forward averaged a double-double with 24 points and nearly 12 rebounds per game over the last three con­ tests for the Trojans, who are in second place in the O-K Blue with a 4-2 record. A/htetec ot the Week Presented by: JB HARRISON Insurance Agency, Inc. 6090 Alden Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 or 800-217-0712 & H i Hastings Mutual | M| Insurance Company �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml January 22. 2002 Page 15 Scot show guts against South Christian, still seek glory Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball coach Todd Tolsma said his team would find out what it’s made of in a three-game stretch against South Christian. Unity Christian and Wyoming Park. With Coach Tolsma away to be with his ailing brother, the Scots found out what they’re made of against South Christian on Friday, and it’s solid stuff, even though a furious comeback fell short against the Sailors. Now they hope that effort will translate into wins in the second and third games of their midseason test, be­ ginning at home tonight against Unity. Against South. Caledonia fell behind early and trailed 37-25 at the half. Down by as many as 18 in the third quarter, the Scots rallied be­ hind solid defense and hot shooting to cut the deficit to one, 52-51. with five min­ utes left in the game. Caledonia shot 50 percent from behind the arc (5 of 10). outrebounded the Sail­ ors 33-28 and had more as­ sists and fewer turnovers, but the Scots were whistled for nine more fouls on the night, and South made it pay late. Despite a shower of Scot three-pointers, the Sail­ ors maintained their lead from the charily stripe and outlasted Caledonia 66-63. Travis Slot hit both of his three-point attempts and fin­ ished with 18 points for Caledonia (4-4, 3-2 in the Caledonia’s Steve Yanosik (3) beats the Sailors down the court in today's game. (Photo by Perry Hardin) O-K Gold). Steve Yanosik scored 15 and Nick Slot 13. Jeff DeBlaay had six points and four assists, and Mike Ogle pulled down seven rebounds to go with Caledonia’s Nick Slot (21) arcs a shot over a charging South Christian defender (Photo by Perry Hardin) five points. After tonights game against Unity, the Scots will travel to face Wyoming Park (8-0. 5-0 heading into tonight’s action) on Friday. American Manufactured Living, Inc. at COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE 76TH & KRAFT I122OModels M° to See *7 4 Pond Lots Still Available Caledonia's Travis Slot (23) helped the Scots come back from 18 down against South, but the Sailors held on for a 66-63 w»n (Photo by Perry Hardin) For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 prom 1 \j �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/January 22 2002 Five Scots place at Rockford Invite Saturday’s tough Rockford Wrestling Invitational provided Caledonia’s varsity team with a picture of its progress midway through the season. “It was kind of a measur­ ing stick for our kids.” Cale­ Caledonia's Jake Klapmust. donia coach Jim Maxim said. “I was pleased with the effort.” Caledonia went up against Davidson. Holt. Traverse City, Reed City and Portage Central among others to take five medals on the day. The biggest surprise came from Caleb Zandstra. who was unseeded but advanced through a tough draw to reach the medal round at 160 pounds, ultimately plac­ ing fourth. "He (Zandstra) put in a Caledonia’s Caleb Zandstra BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^i Caledonia’s Brandon Cance (top). great performance,” Maxim said. “A lot of hard work and dedication is paying off, and he’s peaking at the right time.” Matt Kilmartin placed second. Brandon Cance and Jacob Klapmust placed third, and Ryan Dykhouse placed fourth. Kilmartin and Dykhouse were in their first action after long layoffs from the lineup. Also on Saturday, four JV wrestlers placed at Kenowa Hills. Taking firsts were Rich McCarty, Frank D’Amico and Chad Sevensma. Jimmy Haisma placed second. The Scots anticipate they will finally have their entire lineup in place for the first time in weeks, beginning Thursday at 7 p.m. at Wyo­ ming Park. They host the Caledonia Invitational on Saturday, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Hastings 57, Caledonia 15 The visiting Saxons re­ mained unbeaten atop the OK Gold with this win at Caledonia on Jan. 17. “Take nothing away from Hastings. We lost to a great team.” Coach Maxim said. “They deserve the recogni- • tion they have earned. “I was very pleased with our coaches (Chris Kinne, Doug Cook, Dustin McFar­ land and Mark Tedrow). They took over tonight and did a great job, like they have all season.” Caledonia winners were Tyler Gamelin (140), Jacob Klapmust (pin al 189) and Brandon Cance (pin at 103). 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) Caledonia's Brooke Ziesemer (9). (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Middleville-TK var­ sity volleyball team took the Silver Division of the Cale­ donia Invitational on Satur­ day with a three-game win over Kalamazoo Christian, including an exciting 16-14 decision in the third game. Host Caledonia was ousted from the Silver Divi­ sion playoffs in the first round by that same Kalama­ zoo Christian team. In pool play. TK lost to Portage Northern (15-9. 154) and Tri-Unity Christian (15-4. 15-11) before beating Creston (15-5. 15-3) to fin­ Caledonia s Amanda DeBoer. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ish 2-4. Caledonia lost to Parch­ TK beat Byron Center 9-15, ing. Both teams play at the ment (15-3. 15-8), Fremont 15-9 and 15-13 to set up the Delton Kellogg Invitational (15-2. 15-9) and Saline (15- Silver final against K-Chris- on Saturday, with matches 1. 15-11). tian. beginning at 8:30 a.m. Both the Scots and Tro­ TK rally just short at On Thursday at 7 p.m.. jans were then seeded in the Caledonia hosts Cedar Byron Center Silver Division for playoffs. Springs and TK hosts Beld­ TK battled down to the wire at Byron Center last Thursday, but the Bulldogs hung on to win in three games. 15-6. 10-15 and 1513. handing the Trojans their first loss in the O-K Blue. "Both (teams) played ex­ citing volleyball," Coach Middlebush said. “The de­ fense and digging on both sides of the court were allout efforts. Our team knows we played well together and left nothing on the floor." Dow n 7-0 in the third and deciding game. TK rallied and eventual!) tied it at 1313 An incredible last-sec­ ond return b) Byron Center reclaimed the momentum for the home team, and the Bulldogs scored the final two points for a 15-13 win and the match. Senior co-cap(ain Ashley Carter had a big match with 11 service points, one ace. six kills, one kill block and 17 digs. The other captain, senior Jocelyn Price, re­ corded seven service points, five kills and 12 digs. Junior setters Rachel Clinton and Melisa Potts had eight and six assists re­ spectively. Junior Melissa Robinson had four kills and four kill blocks, and junior Cary Middlebush had 13 digs. (Hanner staffer Perry Hardin contributed to this story.) �Page 18/The Sun and News Middleville Mi/January 22 2002 TK squashes Hawkeye hopes i with 58-12 win Hamilton came into last Wednesday’s varsity wres­ tling meet against Mid­ dleville with a 4-0 record in the O-K Blue and a bur­ geoning belief that they might give the Trojans a run for their money. Four straight pins to open the meet dashed those drcams and sent TK on to a 58-12 victory at Hamilton. Josh Tobias got things started al 171 pounds. Matt Lrb followed up at 189, and Alec Bclson deflated the Hawkeyes further with a pin of their best wrestler at 215. When Randy Benedict pinned his heavyweight op­ ponent. the Trojans led 24-0 and never looked back. Other TK winners were Josh Bowerman (pin at 112 pounds). Mike McKeown (16-4 at 119). Ryan Fletke (pin at 125). Kyle Fletke (40 at 135). Ben Sevald (pin at 140). Shawn Reil (pin at 145) and Mark Price (6-2 at 160). Middleville travels to Coopersville for a 7 p.m. dual on Wednesday, then TK’s Shawn Reil. continues its rivalry with Lakewood at the Lakewood Invitational on Saturday at 9 a.m. TK's Alec Belson. The Trojans were tops at the TK Duals on Jan. 12 GM CERTIFIED 6.9% Caledonia JV icers tie Forest Hills Northern In JV ice hockey action, the upper-tier team from Forest Hills Northern had to rally to tie Lowell/Caledonia 4-4 in the final minutes of their game on Jan. 12. The game was an important indi­ cator of Lowell/Caledonia’s progress this season, and the team proved it can play well against higher competition. Corey Kelly scored the first goal for Lowell/Caledo­ nia. assisted by Brandon Johns and Ted McCoy. Brandon Johns scored the next goal with an assist from Jeff Moore. Corey Kelly scored again with an assist from Brandon Johns, who went on to score the final goal for Lowell/Caledonia. Call 945-9554 forACTION-ads. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 to order your subscription. 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The hard-working Vikings have won eight straight, including their last two on the road, both in overtime. Against Calvin Christian. Middleville trailed 41-20 at halftime and 59-30 after the third quarter. Calvin has three players over six-and-ahalf feet tall, and the Squires outrebounded TK 46-27 in the game. “For the first time all sea­ son, our lack of size finally caught up with us,” HolzPhil Garber(32), Jeremy Chavis (44) and the rest of hucter said. “We got beat on the Trojans couldn’t solve Calvin all night long (Photo offense, defense and on the by Perry Hardin) boards inside.” Brian Ycazcl battled illin double figures, led by Jor­ ncss and foul trouble to lead dan Canan’s 17 points. the Trojans with 18 points On Friday, TK returns to and seven rebounds. Chris conference play when it Finkbeiner scored 14. hosts Rogers. Calvin had three players For Rent Real Estate WINTER FESTIVAL ANTI­ QUES SHOW & SALE: February 2nd & 3rd. 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SUNDAY SPECIAL: Order any entree of$7 or more A receive FREE egg roll/egg drop soup. Valid un dtnetn unh pk-.iM. �� https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-01-29.pdf 840b91893d4af7441862e3c8b0d59fe2 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRaKI 121S CH! HASTINGS Hi Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan *9333 No. 5/January 29, 20U2 ,131th year wUHMGSPV3LIULIBCTr 121 S CHURCH ST Sheriffs Dept, procedures questioned Middleville mourns teen killed in car crash by Shelly Suker Staff Writer A teen described by a close friend as “very known by the public” for his years as a Thornapple Kellogg varsity football player, his landscaping work with the Bushwhacker Nursery and as the grandson of a former county commissioner, drowned Tuesday after his car left Stimpson Road and overturned into Duncan Creek. Travis William Wenger, 19. had apparently been to classes at Grand Rapid Community College earlier in the day and is believed to have been in the process of picking up parts for his truck when for an unknown rea­ son, his 1986 Oldsmobile car left Stimpson Road, struck a bridge abutment and rolled onto its roof. “Wenger was found sub­ merged in his vehicle and transported to Pennock Hos­ pital. where he was pro­ nounced dead on arrival,” said Sgt. Tony Stein of the Middleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s Of­ fice. According to Stein and preliminary findings. Wen­ ger was driving south when the car hit the guard rail, flipped over and capsized in about four feet of water. The Nationwide fugitive caught by police in Middleville A convicted sex offender wanted by Oregon authori­ ties for violating his parole by leaving the state Dec. 28 was arrested Tuesday, Jan 22, at his son’s Middleville home by Trooper Bryan Fuller of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice. Roy Lee Turnbo, 53, had previously served a fiveyear prison sentence on a sexual assault conviction. “Wc received a tip which came through the Paw Paw Post (of the Michigan State Police) that he was at his son’s house in Middleville.” said Sgt. Kym McNally. “He’d flown him back for Christmas. We were told he’d probably be there and he was.” Turnbo, who is originally from Barry County, is a reg­ istered sex offender in Ore­ gon. said McNally. “He’s got a lengthy his­ tory of sexual offenses,” said McNally. “It's always good to get someone like that off the streets.” Turnbo is expected to be extradited by Oregon authorities to face parole violation charges. car was submerged when Deputy Kevin Erb arrived at the scene near Finkbeiner Road shortly after it was re­ ported at 6:27 p.m. “We don’t have a definite time of the accident.” said Stein. “It appears he was trapped inside the vehicle for some time before he was located.” According to Barry County Central Dispatch, a Hopkins man spotted the up­ side down vehicle, then drove home before calling 911. “The call went in to Alle­ gan Central Dispatch and they transferred the call to us,” said Barry County Cen­ tral Dispatch Director Char­ les Nystrom. “We dis­ patched the officer immedi­ ately.” Barry County Sheriff Steve DeBoer said Friday that his department is still trying to determine what time the citizen first spotted the car. He is also looking into his own department’s procedures which followed the initial call. According to DeBoer, the Travis Wenger caller told dispatchers that the car looked like it had “been there for a while.” “That’s the mind set that See teen killed, pg. 10 Three Commonwealth Power dams win OK by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued the Final Environ­ mental Assessment required for a long pending applica­ tion for license for the Irving. Middleville and LaBarge (84th Street) hy­ droelectric projects, located on the Thornapplc River in Barry and Kent counties. The potential environ­ mental effects of the project concluded that licensing, "with appropriate environ­ mental protective measures would not constitute a major federal action that would significantly affect the qual­ ity of the human environ­ ment.” The three dams control water levels on the river and generate electric power, which then is sold to Con­ Several Caledonia citizens and officials met with Scott Goodwin m early December to celebrate the centennial year of the LaBarge Dam Dorothy Merriman. Scott Goodwin. Eva Engle. Bryan Harnson. Pat Snyder, and JI! Cardwell stood near the discharge area of the power plant sumers Power Company. The amount of power gener­ ated at the 100-year-old LaBarge dam supplies enough electricity for about 700 homes, said Scott Good­ win, current president of American Energy, which owns the Commonwealth Power hydroelectric plants. The final assessment rec­ ommends measures to re­ duce or avoid adverse im­ pacts on environmental re­ sources: 1. Operate the projects in a run-of-river mode while limiting normal impound­ ment fluctuations to 0.3 feet. 2. Develop and imple­ ment a plan to sluice woody debris. 3. Develop and imple­ ment monitoring plans for impoundment and tailwater elevations and instantaneous flows during operation. 4. Develop and imple­ ment an erosion and sedi­ mentation control plan. 5. Develop and imple­ ment a water quality moni­ toring plan, 6. maintain state water quality standards dur­ ing project operation. 7. Develop and imple­ ment wildlife management plans. 8. Monitor project im­ poundment for nuisance plants. 9. Develop and imple­ ment recreation plans. 10. Release a minimum flow into the Irving Project by­ passed reach 11. Reserve the Depart­ ment of the Interior's author­ ity to prescribe fishways. The FERC included con­ ditions based on recommen­ dations of the federal and state fish and wildlife agen­ cies, to "adequately and eq­ uitably protect, mitigate damages to and enhance... fish and wildlife affected by the project." The Michigan Depart­ ment of Natural Resources filed recommendations per­ taining to these resources in 1998. Most of the FERC recommendations are con­ sistent with those of the re­ source agencies. FERC officials said, "However, wc dp not adopt the following resource agency recommendations in whole or in part: (1) MDNR's recommen­ dation that Commonwealth release specified minimum flows into the Irving Pro­ ject's bypassed reach, (2) In­ terior’s recommended 0.20foot impoundment fluctua­ tion limit, (3) MDNR's rcc- See dams licensed, pg. 12 In This Issue... • Manufactured housing plans draw opposition at Thornapple hearing • Planners may meet more to finish zoning changes • Open Spaces’ pitched to Caledonia planners • Middleville Village Council extends lease for Metaldyne �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 29, 2002 TKHS students give with laughs, fun by Patricia Johns Staff Writer One week before Christ­ mas many teens are busy wheedling for gifts, discov­ ering more gifts for them­ selves than for those they need to get a gift for, or just waiting for the holidays to begin to avoid homework, tests and papers. But students and Thor- nappie Kellogg High School have found ways to make that last week bearable, fun and even a source of funds for local organizations. On Friday. Dec. 21. visi­ tors to the high school would have seen students cavorting in the halls, danc­ ing and singing for quarters dressed in someone s idea of a silly costume. Seniors and staff where the volunteers in told the student body. this auction. Lois Breckon told the stu­ With the funds raised by dents that their contributions the auction, raffle and coin will help students involved jars students raised S3.900. in Michigan's Special Olym­ This was divided between pics. In December she also the Michigan Special Olym­ asked the young people to pics organization. Barry consider volunteering for County United Way and Special Olympics. Love Inc. Applause filled the gym So on Friday. Jan. 25, when Lani Forbes from Matt Erb of the TKHS stu- Barry County United Way dent council presented was introduced. She thanked checks to these organiza­ the students and told them tions at the school’s end of they were role models for the semester assembly. other high school students in Steve Reid from Love the county. Inc. told the students that "We really appreciate this year more families are your hard work and support seeking help from his or­ for Big Brothers, Big Sisters, ganization. This year Love Toys for Tots and for those Inc. received requests from we serve through the United 40 families where teenagers Way. You don't know how are the heads of households. much good you do," she "You might have helped said. someone you know." Reid LoiS Breckon thanked students, including Matt Erb. for their contributions to the Special Olympics Neighborhood Watch meeting is Feb. 11 Steve Reid of Love Inc. which is celebrating its 17th anniversary accepts a check for $1300 from TKHS Student Council President Matt Erb. Brian McGavin (Gav) JVe have our memories and even though it’s been 3 years (2/1/99), toe still have tears. You are In our hearts and minds everyday, so you will never be truly gone away. Jen, Micah, and hockey team Caledonia Township and the Kent County Sheriff De­ partment will be hosts a community open house at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, for residents interested in organ­ izing a Neighborhood Watch for their neighborhood or development. The event will take place in the Caledonia Fire Barn located at 250 Maple St. All Caledonia Township resi­ dents and interested indi­ viduals from surrounding communities are encouraged to attend. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison ini­ tiated the meeting after speaking to fellow Town­ ship Board member Wally Bujak about maintaining the quality of life in the town­ ship. Harrison stressed that the motivation for organiza­ tion is more about commu­ nity building than a response to an increase in crime. The supervisor noted that "Crime feeds on social isola­ tion. My goal is to prevent it from happening. The strength of Caledonia has al­ ways been neighbors help­ ing neighbors and the friendly atmosphere. As our community grows, if we maintain communication and cooperation, we will come out in the end with the things that make us special intact." Harrison will be joined by Sgt. Bob VanderLaan, Dep­ uty Sal Vitale, and Deputy Jay Wayman of the Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ments South Substation. All of the officers serve and pa­ trol the Caledonia commu­ nity as part of their assign­ ments. Harrison promised the event “will serve as a great opportunity for members of the community to meet the officers who serve the area, and in turn will allow the sheriff’s department to show its appreciation and dedica­ tion for the community. My goal is to support the build- ing of bonds among neigh­ bors and between our law enforcement officials and the community they serve." Calling in advance is not required to attend, but it would be appreciated so or­ ganizers ensure that ade­ quate materials and refresh­ ments arc available. Anyone interested in attending the meeting may call Harrison at 'IS S2I(> Segment 2 drivers’ ed slated Thornapple Kellogg High School will offer Segment 2 Driver Education classes from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 18.' 19 and 20. All students who want to Kim Consignment January 28th - February 2nd get their Level 2 driver’s li­ cense are required by state law to take and pass this course before they can take their road test. The Segment 2 curricu­ lum will consist of three, two-hour classroom sessions and will focus on teaching "defensive driving skills." Students are required by state law to attend all three sessions. Students who are absent from any of the three sessions will not receive their Segment 2 certificate. No exceptions will be made. All student applications can be picked up in the high school guidance department and should be returned by Thursday, Feb. 7. Since there will be limited space available for these sessions, openings will be appointed based on age. Final enrollment for both sessions will be posted out­ side the high school guid­ ance office on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Students who have al­ ready made an application will not have to turn in a new application. For more informatikon, call the Driver Education hot line at 795-5400 exten­ sion 6253. Please direct all questions to the hotline number. 1O% OFF ( The Revue—The Vermontville Theatrical Group presents TOTAL PURCHASE The Wizard of Ox' • Daily Drawings Handcrafted Jewelry by Cherly Fischer Vodry Large assortment of Sterling and Turquoise Jewelry Large selection of Plus Sizes Feb. 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th & 9th at 7 p.m. Feb. 3rd & 10th at 3 p.m. / 9175 Chem Valiev, Ste. J. 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James Tobin, Josh Brower. Carter Whitney, Colin Texter, Kate Scheidel, Tiffani Har­ “Sam this is the word I mid- good." has been hosted traditionally rington, Stephanie Meyering, Melanie Truer, Heather Wood and Jacob Jenkins. words on January 22 with Dallas, bonus, pillbox, ur­ gent. confess, benefit, im­ mortal. Mormon, dreadful, fearsome, hibernation, apol­ ogy. domestic, lament, and allocate tripping up the spellers. In the Scripps Howard spelling bees, students study word lists in the Paedia. Stu­ dents do not have to use capital letters. Josh Brower spelled me­ teor and derby correctly in the last round to win the ele­ mentary level of competi­ tion. Runner-up. Kate Schei­ del missed allocate. Brower and Scheidel will compete in the regional meet Tues­ day, Feb. 26. Spelling bee organizer Mike Hodges praised all the spellers, especially those who hung in through the sixth round. Hodges pre­ sented Brower with a T-shirt and a dictionary and Schie­ del with a T-shirt and the­ saurus. It took more than 200 words and 13 deadlock words before the 28 middle school spellers from sixth, seventh and eighth grades had a winner in Elena Gormley and runner up Mike Texter. Last year’s winner. Sam Scholtens, went out in the Winner Elena Gormley and runner-up Mike Texter 18th round on the word were congratulated on lasting 24 rounds by spelling bee anomaly. Spelling bee or­ organizers Steve Evans and Gordy Dahlgren. ganizer Steve Evans said, by Patricia Johns Staff Writer What begins with a ship­ wreck and a gallon and ends with a derby and a ba­ bushka? This year’s spelling bees at Page and Thomapple Kellogg Middle School. Page Elementary spellers, 16 in all. went through 72 ded at the Barry County Community Spelling Bee." Middle school spellers missed the words habitual, sacred, brimstone. Mormon, dreadful, apology, domestic, allocate, barleycorns, mesa, hazardous, lynching, Febru­ ary, winnable, congratula­ tions. preexist, multiplica­ tion, heraldry, alternative, interplanetary, gladdened, congealed, squire, anchor, and supplant. Texter and Gormley spelled on for six more rounds. Evans told the spell­ ers that he only had two more words on his list once the winner was declared. He presented the two spellers with T-shirts. The final two spellers missed insidious, occlusion, forsythia, and vociferous. They correctly spelled for­ age, venerable, succotash, nemesis, dubiously, and ver­ satile. Texter was stumped by Sagittarius and Gormley spelled pageantry and then babushka to win. Gormley says, “It’s amaz­ ing, last year I went out in the second round with the word ‘meteor’ and this year I made it to the end. The other spellers were really Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. VHS or DVD movies and player rentals Games & game system rental Reservations on movies [ Rent One Movie or Game and 1 Special Orders and get a second rental FREE Previewed movies & games I with this coupon. I for sale ■ Offer good at Caledonia location ! Weekly specials I Free rental of equal or lessor value VHS & Game Accessories I One coupon per visit please ( Gift Certificates Expires 2-15-02 Product IdSunAd Gift Ideas Spelling bee organizer and pronouncer teacher Mike Hodges congratulates winner Josh Brower and runnerup Kate Scheidel. presents... DRCtflld! Six weeks of drama lessons for boys and girls ages 9-13 February 18 — March 25, 2002 ; fflbvi'e OUTPOST; J by Thornapple Kellogg at the high school auditorium. Caledonia Dance Center movie OUTPOST video supcrttorc Texter and Gormley will also compete in a regional meet on Feb. 26. The meet Taught by professional theatre director, performer and choreographer. Space is limited'. Call today to register'. (616) 891-1606 b 131 1/2 Main Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Celebrating 20 years of service! 4 �Page 47The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/January 29. 2002 Speaker to promote sexual abstinance Reserve your dote by the end of February and SAVE 5100 on the Rental Fee SEATS UPTO 250 adults and young people all over the world. It is hoped she will motivate youth to take decisive action toward decreasing sexually trans­ mitted diseases and teenage pregnancies. Stenzel is the founder of Enlighten Communications Inc., traveling throughout the world speaking to more than 500.000 teens per year on the topics of sexuality and abstinence. She is a well-known. respected expert who has appeared on numerous national media outlets to talk and debate these topics. “She understands the per­ ils that young people face as Pam Stenzel will speak at South Christian High School next Monday night about teen sexuality and absti­ nence. Stenzel, a native of Grand Rapids, has spoken interna­ tionally to thousands of teenagers. She is a renowned abstinence education expert and will speak to more than SI.000 middle school and high school students on the consequences of teen sexu­ ality and the benefits of abstinence. She will com­ plete the day with an educa­ tional meeting for the par­ ents as well. Stenzel's message has had far-reaching effects on 6661 Alden Nash • Alto tocafeO 8 rrdes Fast on I 96 off ne 28*6 Street Ent exit 52 (lower'A/to) south two rraes Phone 616-868-0388 616-795-2146 Owner: Sharon Haney AXA 1 r > FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bnxt N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody, Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School........................................ Sunday Morning Worship Sen it r Sunday Evening Sen ice Wednesday Mxl-Wcek Prayer W’ord of Life Clubs M M U I 1 I I Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship .8:30 a m. H 11 a tn Sunday School for All Ages .9:45 a in Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service........................ 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday .6 .30 p in Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6 30 p.m Youth Fellowship - Sunday 6:00 p m CHURCH o place to belong a place to become Sunday Sch<x>1 9:30 a.m. (non-traditional, informal) Morning Worship ........................ 10:45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship.................. „...... 10:30 a.m. Evening Praise........................................ 6:00p.m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 .30 p m Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Atademy 7240 6Kth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Rev. Mu hueI Stowell. Ijead Pastor Joe Cif* it . Worxhip leader Denny Houma. Youth Pactor Church Office 616 W/41287 Visit our wet> site www bnghtsiae org Pastor. Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 1 Redeemer Jk Covenant 1 Worship, 11 00 AM Chr. Ed.; 6:00 PM Wed A Member of the Evangelical . Family Night Covenant Churches of America Church Pastor Paul M. Hillman Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-6001 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 150 131st Ave., Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. "We are changed by God's love!" Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.........................................9 30 a m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11 00 a m. 792-2889 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 teS Caledonia 1 1 CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHCRCH 1 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH “A Chunh with a caring heart for our aNMMMMin the world" Sunday Warship 930 * m and 600 p m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rer. R Scott Grvenwrr. PtMor Krah Stulg. Youth Director Al Titmeyrr, Community Calling Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p m 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Or? mile east of Whitneywlle Rd Rev P Addwts Phone 891-8440 m / CALEDONIA L UNITED METHODIST 2.M V me Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M I'N Highuax tCWd Sooeda. Roai) Wayland Ml m Church Office 616 891-8669 Fax 891-8648 www calcdoniaumc org re - V.r.u{h: Rrk.aat Messages BS3HI K JHKI GMM LAKE COMMUNITY CMUFICM MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 ^^3 Wfje ®lii vlL/^etljolnst (Efjunfj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. ^CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional il a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursen & children’s activ ities during all sen ices Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www pcacechurdi.cc (ymo Cnrnmtou/y Campui (ai AknUfy au2 Stance Feb. 3: Sermon Topic - Hearing God » Challenge Worship Service... 8 30 am and 11 00 am (Jr Church 1100 ody) Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Care available throughout the monuag) Rev Norman Kohns (616)8918167 I fftv. Royie Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod (,'hurch Office. (616) 891-1512 M-37 l(X» St KAY TOWNSEND. Partor \OKMA\ KNORR. AsmxuIc PaU<* 891-802H • e-mail: letghtonffiserv.net /” 9:30’'\ Phone 891-9259 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 9:45 a.m. 1 LOO a m 6:00p.m 6 -45 p.m 6.45 p in Leighton Church C 0 Dynamo' CbU Cart ami Programs WunMpHix-s 900am and ID am they make adult choices, and is dedicated to reviving the character and integrity to today's youth.” a spokesper­ son said. Enlighten Communica­ tions. Inc. is an organization focused and committed to the betterment of children and families in America and around the world. It offers a broad new model approach for those who want to embrace strong character in today's youth. Enlighten empowers parents, youth leaders and educators to lead informed discussions on sexual abstinence and its benefits. THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery' available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Ret Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Lakeside Community Church A Place fnr Family & Friends 6201 Whitney Mlle Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship ’> '0 a m Sunday School lor All Ages in Ham 6 00 p m Evening Worship Pastor Roger Hullmun • Church (I fhc, snsoiv/ www lakesidecommunity nrg CoHi'minily o| Ciyt'isf ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyville Ave Church School. Sunday............................. 9:45 a m lYiuse Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a tn "7 30 pm Fellowship Pastor Uovd DeVonner. Sr Church Ph 868 MI0 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 (^feunlA r ! MittAaiA 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Time* __ ___ 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion i'C|XC| Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94B-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huatwkk -tk Paul Lutheran U (Missouri Synod) Church 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service 8:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nurserj available Barner Free www iserv net/ ' stpaui Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-8688 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Pametee Momog Wonrip Mddtevie Monvng Ztonr<) SurOOy School (> A AOJtS; Nusery - Goae 5 Sr - Sun Evenng Jr Hgn - Grooe 6^ Wea Evenrvg 9.X a m 1100 a m 945am ..HOOam 600-800 p m 6 00-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zacbmitti Chtrch Office Phone - 795-9266 WHITNEYVILLE bible Church 8546 JVhdneyvle Ave of 84*h Sr • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting al Caledonia High School Sunoa, Scnooi 930am Scraa/Mcxnng woarup 1030am. Meeting a* cnape on Mvtneyviie Ave Scrooy Evenng Aoanp 600pm Wea MKTweei P'oyer i Boe Study 7 00 p m "’xros Bqstkx Asoc Pastor /»ec$’e wnmeyvieooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 29. 2002/Page 5 Winter enrichment classes starting up in Caledonia erly set-up QuickBooks soft­ by Cathy L. Rueter ware and run payroll with Staff Writer The Caledonia Resource the on-line course “Perform­ Center has more than a few ing Payroll in QuickBooks.” • “Kick Fit (Aerobic offering in the way of enrichment classes during Kickboxing)” or “Step Aerobics.” or maybe open the winter doldrums. Community Connections volleyball nights can help “Living and Learning To­ take off a few extra un­ gether” is that little blue and wanted pounds. For those white book that came in the who want to feel more con­ mail at the end of last year. fident and be able to take They can be picked up from care of themselves, there is the Caledonia Resource “EZDefense - Session I” Center. They have all kinds plus “EZDefense Session IIof informative and educa­ IV.” which is not a martial arts class. tional classes outlined. For those not interested in Some of the classes are: • “Microsoft Excel" and “Microsoft PowerPoint” — will help you to leam how to create a budget spreadsheet or a computer/slide presen­ tation. Learn how to prop- Individuality is the only rule. Secretary Char Kowal (back left) and cook Sue Duffield surrounded by a few of the Dutton Elemen- AA, Al-Anon meetings Dutton El has pre-MEAP beach party Dutton Elementary came up with a unique solution to the winter “blue-blahs’’ last Friday. With their students get­ ting antsy over studying for the MEAP tests, which started yesterday, the faculty came up with a "Pre-MEAP Beach Party.’’ The Beach Boys were blaring in the background Ashley Gilcher, Dutton Elementary second-grader, and there wasn’t a table in liked the Beach Boys music the best. sight, but there were lots and lots of beach towels, sun­ glasses. grass skirts and happy kids. Call or stop by today tor the investments you need and the excellent service you deserve. Drew McFadden 9185 Cherry Valley Ave Suite I Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus I-6I6-U9I-H73 Toll Tree 866 891 1173 w w w edw own Edwardjones anything too strenuous, there are plenty of classes for pure enjoyment. Just imagine walking on “Garden Stepping Stones” this sum­ mer that you made yourself. Or try your hand at “Stained Glass” or “Watercolor Paint­ ing - Semester II.” An added bonus is that enrichment classes arc a great place to meet and make new friends. The current brochure in­ cludes classes during the late winter and early spring. A new brochure will be coming out in March. Winter Reading Club for Adults continuing by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The “Let It Snow” Kent District Library Winter Reading Club for Adults 2001-2002 “Let It Snow” is in full swing, but anyone in­ terested still has time to par­ ticipate. The Caledonia and Alto branches have reading pack­ ets that can be picked up. All participants have to do is complete the registration card and then read or listen to 10 books, keeping track of them on a Frequent Reader card. Here’s the catch; the read­ ing club has been active since Dec. 1. Your neigh­ bors might be a few books ahead, but you have until March 31 to complete the reads. When you’ve fin­ ished, return the card to the library for a free mug or tote bag (new this year). Those who seek an even bigger tasku can finish the Reading Challenge by readSee winter reading, pg. ATTENTIVE Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles Discounts for msunng both your home and car Quick claims response and sound advice It s the w/ msweoce should be 7 Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) w * $5.00 OFF Salon Inc. Llitt Colour &. Your Full Service Salon (SB (616) 691-1272 CaleJoflu’. Michigan 49316 QM LATE START CLASSES There is still time to register! General Accounting II - TTH 5:10-7:05 pm starts 1/29/02 Intro, to Business - W 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/30/02 Business Correspondence - M 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/28/02 Business Statistics - TH 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/31/02 Business Law II - T 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/29/02 Intro to Computer Systems - TH 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/31/02 Intro to Criminal Justice - M 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Criminal Law - W 7:10-10:20 starts 1/30/02 Macro Economics - MW 5:10-6:45 pm starts 1/28/02 Micro Economics - M 1:00-4:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Freshman Composition II - M 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Writing Skills - W 5:00-9:10 pm starts 1/30/02 Western Civilization - M 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Modern America - T 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/29/02 Fund, of Early Childhood Education - I 6:<H>-9:10 pm starts 1/29/02 Positive Child Guidance - M 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Intro to Legal Assistant - T 9:45-11:25 am starts 1/29/02 Mathematics Clinic - TTH 5:55-7:20 pm starts 1/29/02 Intro to Ethics - M 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 American System of Government - F 8:15-11:25 am starts 1/25/02 and TH 7:10-10:20 pm starts 1/31/02 Intro to Psychology - TH 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/31/02 Developmental Psychology - T 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/29/02 Abnormal Psychology - TH 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/31/02 Intro to Sociology - T 6:00-9:10 pm starts 1/29/02 College Reading & Study Skills - M 5:00-9:10 pm starts 1/28/02 Don t put your future on hold! Fehsenfeld Center STAUFFER & WtGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E FOIL HIGHLIGHT IAmiSt CafctJona. Ml 49316 616891 9294 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2950 W. M-179 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 (616) 948-9500 _________ www.kellogg.ee, mi. us �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 29. 2002 The places Page students go Students sign a song for their classmate under the direction of music teacher Di ane Hallberq berg. Matt Williamson. Cassie DeHaan. Group 2. Louise Curths. Paige Vogel. Chris McKin­ stry. Connar Loew. Megan Foote. Jenny Sterman, Paige Starkey. Jo Hillman. Kath­ leen Donewald. Kara Fass­ bender. Nic Scobey. John Gerou, Josh Steensma. Grant Weesie. Lyndia Gar­ rison. Instrumentalists - Group I. Bryan Kars. Rachel Young. Brianna Holben, Barbie Burger, Sara DeWitt. Group 2, Nicole Grum­ met. Nick Carmen, Coty Jones, Pierre Galle, Chas Schultz. Boogie Woogie - Group I. Karri Sellect, Andrea Pen­ field, Cassie DeHann. Sara DeWitt, Brittany Hall. Nick Tape. Josh Scott. Jake Fran­ cisco. Kathryn Tobin. Trevor Dalton. Group 2. Louise Curths. Singing and dancing food in the cafeteria By Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Thursday. Jan. 24. stu­ dents Page Elementary School celebrated “Oh the Places We Can Go” during the winter performance writ­ ten, directed and produced by music teacher Diane Hallberg Students were divided into two groups with perfor­ mances scheduled at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The order of performance was the same at each performance. Performing at 6 p.m. were fourth grade students in Helen Jahnke's, Julie Les­ ter’s, Amanda Pranger’s and Michael Rynearson's class­ es. They were joined by fifth grader taught by Molly Formsma, Mike Hodges, Char McKee and Teresa Michalski. Kaitlin Graham was the mistress of ceremonies for the early performance with Alecia Strumberger intro­ ducing the acts for the later performers. Performing in the second performance were fourth grade students taught by Kim Chausow, Susan Vanderwood, David Hyde. Donald Ketchum and Jamie Kellogg. Fifth graders taught by Beth Bauer, Dick Vandiver. Gail Wachtow and Curt Wissink completed group 2. Students celebrated diver­ sity, fun and even a little nostalgia in the following, performances which were the same at both shows. Performances included: Get Up! by Teresa Jennings. Goin’ to the Zoo by T. Jennings, P. Jennings and Rebecca Schroeder. Masks CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Caledonia Community Schools will be taking registrations for Fall 2002 Kindergarten and Young 5's classes. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1, 2002, please contact Michele at the Caledonia Community Schools Administration Office at 891-8185 for a registration packet. If you currently have children in the district, please contact the elementary building secretary where your children attend for the reg­ istration packet. Continued next page Is your These animals were in the zoo created by the actors and their parents, instrumental arrangements and choreog­ raphy by Diane Hallberg. Boogie Woogie by Teresa Jennings. Choreographed by Diane Hallberg. Lunch Time by Norm Sands. Festival by Teresa Jennings with instrumental arrangements and choreog­ raphy by Diane Hallberg. O0000000000000000000000>0000c000000000000000,o o/ o DINNER THEATER February 8, 9, 15, & 16 V°0 o Caledonia Community Players proudly present the hilarious mystery comedy Q 0 Alibi by Peter Kennedy A lonely house. A storm. A crazed butler. One death after another. Good riddance, really. 7 o’clock PM at Raffaela’s by Pagano’s 8256 Broadmoor, SE, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Tickets or more information call 891-8117 As You Walk Through this World by T. Jennings and P. Jennings. Dedicated in memory of Tyler Bultema was an instru­ mental arrangement by Diane Hallberg. Acting was created by the individual performers. The instrumen­ tal arrangement was by Diane Hallberg. Northern Lights by John Riggio. Special center fea­ ture choreographed and per­ formed by Sarah Pappas and Danielle Rosenberg with instrumental arrangement and choreographed by Diane Hallberg. Movin’ by Norm Sands. Dancin on the Rooftop by Teresa Jennings was choreo­ graphed by Diane Hallberg. IRA an under­ achiever • Wr offer a free service that can closely esti­ mate what your IRA could be worth at retirement. If it’s not achieving the results you want, I ll show you all of our avail­ able IRA choices. Gill or stop by today. Key Performers Goin’ to the Zoo - Group I, Michelle Howard, Kath­ ryn Tobin, Alex DeVries, Amanda French, Olivia Freeman, Danielle Fredenburg, Nick Tape, Jake Fran­ cisco. Matt Davidson, Rach­ ael Cooley, Tyler Agostini, Caleb Skaggs, Teddy Rosen­ Drew McFadden 91 »5 Chewy Valley A»e . Sonc E CaiedrMU. Ml 49316 Bui 1616 4911173 TnN Ree M6-S9I 1173 M^rtwsev. EdwardJones NOW OPEN!!! Visit CCP online at www.caledoniaplayers.com Produced by special arrangement with Heuer Publishing Company of Cedar Rapids, Iowa yQQQ0QQQ0QQQQQQ0Q0QQQQQ)00000Q000QQQ0Q00QQ0Q& 795-0053 4611 North M-37 Hwy. L5 T (below the Middle Villa Inn) NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF Came in and see us at eur new location, WM AR*T.; TUEK WH>. THORS 9-7: FRI W6; SAT BV APPT �The Sun and News, Mkjdleville. MVJanuary 29. 2002/Page 7 From previous page Jacob Hawkins, Ryan Page. Connar Loew, Megan Foote, Ryan Brew, Joshua Haney, Joey Koval. Ashley Kidder, Kelsey Web­ ster, Melissa VanStee, Millie Instrumentalists - Group Hoffman, Jessica Thomas, LCole Meinke, Kate Scheidel. Gina Mancuso. Lindsey Clark. Patrick McGuire. Mackenzie Lunch Time - Group 1. Meyering. Josh Scott, Nick Tape. Cor­ Group 2. Jennifer Hudson. ey Roth. Brittany Hall. Melanie Truer. Nick KarCassie DeHaan. Group 2, Tucker Boonstra, else. Elizabeth Chappelow. Alecia Strumberger. Corrin Wilkinsin. Brandi Northern Lights Peake, Joey Fox, Kyle Zahl. Streamer Team. Group I, Brittany Wilkinson. Festival - Group 1, Teddy Curtis Bouchard. Kyle dal­ Rosenberg, Seth VanKuiken. ton. Kate Scheidel. Cassie Barbie Burger, Alex De­ Groendyke, Briana Yarger. Bouwhuis, Patrick Vries, Kathryn Tobin, Robin Amanda French. Haleigh McGuire. Ericca Stevens. Landis, Emily Daniels. Kelt Alexis Strzelecki. Kirk Bar­ Mellen, Nick Tape. Corey ber. Group 2, Jackie Hodges. Roth, Josh Scott. Smith. Becky Group 2. Ashley Kidder. Charlcse Nic Scobey, Jennifer Ster- VanderWerp, Joey Koval. man. Aaron Stora, Megan Josh Haney, Meagan Parks. Foote, Brett VanKuilenburg, Olivia Nieder. Dane in On The Rooftop Brittney Defever, Jessica Group 1. Laramie Barker, Hornak. Instrumentalists - Group Haily Jager. Courtney Eng­ 1. Travis Boersma, Kimber­ land, Kendra Ohler. Minika ly Niblock. Brittany Hall. Weston, Danielle Rosen­ Austin Bart. Jake Francisco. berg, Kate Scheidel. Jenna Teunessen, Beth Fuller. Kyle Hine. As You Walk Through Mackenzie Meyering. Group 2. Ryan Brew, This World - Group 1. Jes­ Conrad, Alyssa sica Pitsch, Dylan Hamilton, Adam Joel Smith. Dan Weaver. Andi Vander- Vereeke, Amanda, Melanie Truer. woude. Group 2, Ryan Brew. Matt Hillman. Jamie Gog­ Greg Schmidt. Tyler Nowgh, gins. Jenny Hudson. Kristy Wood. Joey Koval. Olivia Jacob Glover. Running Shoes - Group 1. Nieder. Amanda Nicholas. welcome Back Kimmy! Contempo Salon is pleased to welcome Kimmy back to our staff. Call & make your appointment today! M Contempo Salon ^'Caledonia village Centre • 891-1095 Get a gift certificate at... B Contempo . Salon £7 full asalhcs coniempoAoJu/ Anion! Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1093 CONTEMPO KIDS CUTTING STUDIO NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILDREN Corrine Andrews Mrs. Federation 2001 The General Federation of Womenis Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area has an­ nounced that Corrine (Shipps) Andrews has been selected as Mrs. Federation for 2001. Andrews, previously of Midland, joined the GFWCGun I^ake Area club in 1983 and has been active ever since. She continues to maintain a residence in Mid­ land and is active in that community as well. She will be honored in April at the GFWC Michi­ gan State Conventon in Clare. She has been club treasurer for the Gun Lake club since 1996. “Club accounts are in per­ fect order and Corrine makes sure ail money is sent to the proper place and on time." said Club President Winter Reading Club, from pg. 5 ing an additional five books in specific genres, including mystery, nonfiction and “your choice." If you can’t figure out any books in these categories, just ask the local librarian. Those who finish the five extra books can have their names entered in a drawing to win prizes. The packet includes sev­ eral cards with reading pos­ sibilities. In keeping with the “Someplace Else” theme, here are a few of their picks: “Florabama Ladies Auxil­ iary and Sewing Circle” by Lois Battle, “Charles Kuralt’s America” by Charles Kuralt, “Great Plains” by Ian Frazier, “A Green Jour­ ney” by Jon Hassler (an ad­ venture set in Ireland) and “The Sheltering Sky” by Paul Bowles (set in the de­ serts of Northern Africa). In the packet, there also is the much-anticipated Read­ ing Club Events, evenings with real, live authors. One need not be a writer/author to enjoy them. This year is set with Rosellen Brown, author of “Half a Heart” and “Before and Af­ ter,” among others. She will be speaking at the Wyoming Branch of KDL on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. Also featured is the eighth annual “Let It Snow” cele­ bration speaker, Sharyn McCrumb, author of such books as “She Walks These Hills,” “The Ballad of Frankie Silver” and “The Hangman’s Beautiful Daughter.” She will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18,at Frederik Meijer Gardens (note the new location this year). Caledonia patrons can contact the Caledonia library for possible transportation on the celebration evening. Corrine Andrews children in third world coun­ tries; bake sales, book sales, and dish cloth sales that also fund the general budget. She and husband Tom spent time last year sitting in a Parade of Homes House representing the club in an­ other fund-raiser. Corrine takes part in the Pennies-a-Day project that supports Girlstown. Bay Cliff, GFWC MI Education Foundation and Interlochen; and contributes to the Girl­ stown Auction Baskets sub­ mitted annually by GFWCGun Lake Area. Besides monthly board and regular club meetings, she attended the Southwestern District Convention in Kalamazoo, the Allegan Federation meeting, and.the club ex­ change with the Ladies Li­ brary Club of Way land. Through her efforts, an Associate Membership op­ tion for the Gun l>akc club was established. This mem­ bership allows members 75 years and older the option to opt out of participating in extra club activities by pay­ ing additional dues, which three current members have selected. Club President Marjory Richards said, “The oppor­ tunities to participate for benefit of the community abound in the GFWC-Gun Lake Area club and Corrine avails herself completely.” ■ Stocks ■ Bonds ■ Mutual Funds ■ IRAs ■ CDs Drew McFadden Investment Representative JL F 9185 Cherry Valley Ave SE TtJ'* Suite E. Caledonia. 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Andrews introduced two new members to the club in 2001 and supports club and GFWC goals and programs by volunteering through a variety of projects and pro­ grams. They include the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Lending Library: the schol­ arship fund-raiser in the spring. Gun Lake Revue and Art Exhibit that provided eight $500 scholarships (four in art and four to high school seniors); the fall homes tour that pays for an­ nual club operating ex­ penses; the annual holiday dinner that raises funds for local families, three of which were helped when their homes were destroyed by fire; the annual Operation Smile Silent Auction that sends funds for surgeries for 10 MODELS TO VIEW Many Other Incentives Available 6 Months Free! and 6 Months 1/2 Rent! on new homes from 2/28/02 For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 �Page 8The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/January 29, 2002 ‘Wellness’ group plans open meeting by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia-based committee, CUWA (Com­ munity United for Wellness with Aquatics), is planning an open community meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, in the Caledonia Middle School cafeteria. CUWA is the official name for a group of citizens, led by Alto/Caledonia resi­ dent Ellen Wilder, who have been working this past year toward the possibility of bringing a YMCA facility to the Caledonia area. The group is holding the com­ munity meeting to get input from the public about to the process and eventual goals for the proposed facility. The group now is work­ ing on securing funds to ini­ tiate a study, the Winfield Survey, which will help to define the kind of facility that the community of Cale­ donia wants and needs. The initial cost of the study was to be $30,000, but through the process of discussions with the group, that amount may be discounted some­ what. The group has secured $14,(XX) toward the study. Ellen Wilder $10,000 promised from the Caledonia School Board. $750 from the village, with the rest coming from area PTOs and private donations. But the group members say they don’t want to rely solely on the study results. They are seeking the opin­ ions and thoughts of people in the community as a whole, which is tghe reason for the Jan. 31 meeting. “When we approached the YMCA (with this option), they were thrilled to partner here in Caledonia,” ex­ plained Wilder. Wilder is very active in this endeavor, but readily Free Preschool The Thorn apple Kellogg Readiness Preschool is avadable to QUALIFYING FAMILIES FREE OF CHARGE. If you have a child who was four prior to Dec. 1, 2001, and has not reached their fifth birthday before Dec 1, 2002, you may qualify for FREE PRESCHWL Openings are currently available in the Monday through Thursday afternoon class (12:45-3:15). Some factors that are taken into consideration are. • Low income Single parent household Housing in a rural area Low birth weight of the child Family history of low achievement • Chronically ill parent or sibling For more information or to request an application please call the Community Education office, 795-3397 points out that she couldn't do it if not for the help of other committee members, including (but not limited to) her husband John. Jim Perkins. Doug and Kathy Kokot. Lisa Segard. Kristy Sherlund. Dave Rinard. Crystal Bellgraph and Bill Donohue. In a letter being sent to in­ terested citizens, it states. “A YMCA will promote community involvement and cooperation throughout Caledonia, providing serv­ ices to youth, family and seniors, while involving them in the process. With the YMCA involved, there are endless possibilities of the scope of this facility." “At this point in time, we’re not sure what the fa­ cility will look like,” said Wilder. “Another aspect (being looked into) is possi­ ble land sites. At this time nothing is in the works.” Though no firm decisions have been made, the even­ tual facility could involve such programs as pool, li­ brary, teen center, senior center, weight room, health and fitness center and reha­ bilitation facility As mentioned in a Sun & News article by Ruth Zach­ ary Oct. 16, Wilder con­ firmed that previous efforts to get a pool in the commu­ nity had been turned down because they were con­ nected to the schools. Though the proposed facility would not be in conjunction with the schools, he said, the effort is to benefit the whole community, including the schools. The facility, for the most part, would be managed, op­ erated and maintained by the YMCA. Building the facility would be funded by the community. It is expected that the Y would fund ongo­ ing costs through member­ ships. Residents now are travel­ ing to other communities, and paying membership fees in those communities, to take advantage of the recrea­ tional accommodations not presently located in Caledo­ nia. For further questions and/or comments about the proposed facility or the upcoming meeting, call Wilder at 698-8860 or Jim Perkins at 891-6926. E-mail is also available for both, the_wilders@msn.com or jimperkins99@aol.com . Blue Star Banner program starting Caledonia American Legion Post No. 305, in cooperation with the National American Ixgion, will launch the “Blue Star Banner” Program. The Blue Star Banner was a common sight in American neighborhood during World War I and II. Created in 1917, people hung it in their windows to denote a mem­ ber of the family was serving in the armed forces. Post 305 members believe the pro­ gram can play a vital role in the American war on terror­ ism. The goal is to honor and recognize our men and i fipenW JkNsnrn 1 I women in uniform and demonstrate to Americans how many families have a personal stake in this battle. “We know that in today’s society,” a spokesman said, “people sometimes do not know their neighbors a few doors down the street. We believe display of a Blue Star Banner by families of service members will reveal to everyone just how close to home this battle against ter­ rorism hits. Let us provide this service to our military families. “By them hanging the ban­ ner in their windows, these families display their pride and patriotism.” Families of service mem­ bers can pick up their win­ dow display at the Post. Bremer named TAPRC program director Mike Bremer, shown nere during Career Days at Page in 2001. was named the new program director for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commis­ sion. Look for a complete story on Bremer’s plans in next week’s Sun and News. TK School Lunch & Breakfast Menus Wednesday. Jan. 30 Breakfast for lunch: French toast sticks with sausage patties or ham & cheese on a bun, potato wedges, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 31 Soft shell chicken fajita or com dog, California blend, pineapple, milk. Friday, Feb. I Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, baby carrots w/ranch, fresh apple, milk. Monday, Feb. 4 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or ham and cheese on a bun, seasoned green beans, pears, milk. Tuesday. Feb. 5 Fresh baked ham or hot dog on a bun, checscy scal­ loped potatoes, peaches, milk. Call 945-9554 for ACJlON-ads DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR TAXES? C&K Business Services, LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws. Phone: 616-891-5789 Email, kjohnsonfqckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to corrie in and meet... in the Caledonia Shopping Center Gary Scott, DDS NEW CLOTHING STORE! Accepting new patients Featuring... 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Anne Krebill “I want to empower par­ Parents and their children ents so they can make good decisions for their children.” can enjoy free play, story Krebille said. “Research has circle time, a make it-take it shown that children whose craft, songs and children parents take an active role in will be able to help make a their education do better in fun snack. The first play group has the theme "Cele­ school," she said. The first play group, for brating Valentine’s Day!” children ages 2 to 4, is Tues­ Upcoming play groups day, Feb. 5, in the TK will focus on Easter, spring Ixarning Center, from 10 to and a fun picnic in May. 11 a.m. There is space for Krebill is also planning a 20 children in the play group book fair and a parent infor­ and registration is required mation meeting. by calling 795-3397. “1 want parents to have Fallen tree causes power outage here In the midst of dinner preparation, news viewing, homework completing or hou$c hold chores, 85 homes went black at 6:28 p.m. Tuesday, Jah. 15. Two hours later, power was restored to these homes in the Irving Township and Middleville areas. Dave Guzinczek of Great Latkes Energy said that the outage was caused by a tree being cut by a private indi­ vidual hitting the line. While recent weather has moderated, severe winter weather could return mean­ ing that future power out­ ages are possible. Home­ owners should have emer­ gency supplies on hand. This can include a battery operated radio, bottled water and food that can be eaten without cooking. Winter weather is a good time to make sure that homeowners know where their flashlight, candles and matches are located. If the phone works when there is no power, keeping the tele­ phone number handy to the phone is helpful.. To report power outages to Great Lakes dial 1-888485-2537. The emergency number for Consumers En­ ergy is 1-800-477-5050. enough information. We have started a resource cen­ ter and will be adding to it,” Krebill said. She said she hopes that parents will learn ways to help their children, make good choices about when to start pre-school and kinder­ garten and perhaps meet other parents. For more information, call Krebill at 795-5553. Register for the program at 795-3397. TK seniors planning Valentine luncheon Area senior citizens are invited to sign up for a Val­ entine luncheon at the NOEL Restaurant in Jame­ stown Feb. 14. Lunch will be ham. potato and a vegetable with turtle dove pie for dessert. Seniors will leave by school bus at 10:30 a.m. from the TK Learning Center parking lot. For more information and to register, please call the Community Ed office, 7953397. The next meeting in the Senior Citizens Commu­ nity Room will be at 1 p.m. Monday. Feb. 18. Call to register at 7953397. Community ed offers estate planning class TK Community Education will offer an estate planning basics class at 7 p.m. Tues­ day, Feb. 26, in the high school. Drew McFadden of Ed­ ward Jones Investments will discuss the basics of estate planning and preserving one’s wealth. This informa­ tive seminar will cover the importance of estate plan­ ning. living trusts, wills, charitable gifting and much more. 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Ml/January 29. 2002 Teen killed, from page 1 followed through.” said De­ shouldn’t have sent him out Boer, who noted Erb did not there,” DeBoer said. “We ll initially check the inside of look at the whole event and the vehicle before he began try to learn where we went trying to determine who wrong, we’ll adress it in our training so it doesn't happen owned the car. “He didn’t jump in the again.” creek and check the car,” Stein said neither alcohol said DeBoer, though he said nor road conditions appear hospital officials indicated to be a factor in the cause of to him later that Wenger was the crash though speed may likely already deceased be­ have played a role. It is not fore Erb arrived on the known whether a seat belt scene. “From what I under­ w as worn. Stein met with Thornap­ stand from the people at the hospital, it wouldn’t have ple Kellogg High School ad­ made a difference. The out­ ministrators and teachers be­ come would have been the fore the start of school Wednesday and the crisis same." DeBoer said he has apolo­ team was activated, he said. “They’re going to make gized to the Wenger family for the subsequent proce­ an announcement at the school and they’re making dures and series of phone calls which led to Phillip counselors available to any­ Wenger responding to the one who needs them,” said scene and finding his son Stein. The news about Wenger’s dead inside the sumberged death began to spread car. “It shouldn’t have hap- shortly after Middleville’s pend that way,” said De­ home basketball game Tues­ Boer. “I can’t say I’m sorry day night. Students huddled in the corridors and tearfully enough.” DeBoer said Friday he comforted one another, said had not yet talked with the a reporter covering the deputy nor the dispatchers, game. Wenger was a 2001 Thorbut that he does plan to in­ vestigate the sequence of napplc Kellogg High School events in order to avoid a re­ graduate and was studying peat occurrence in the fu­ landscape design in college, according to long time ture. "A father should never friend, Bret Wiersma. “We were pretty close,” have to pull his son — un­ less he is a fireman or an said Wiersma. “He was a ambulance person who re­ great, all-around guy. He sponds to a scene and finds was always nice and would his son or daughter — we help anybody out that needed help. He was always there for anybody.” The son of Phillip Wen­ ger. an employee of Thor­ napple Kellogg Schools, and Becky Wenger, who works in the Caledonia Public Schools special education program. Travis Wenger was considered a “popular” young man who had a lot of friends. “After everybody found out. everybody went to his house and it was full.” said Wiersma, who was among the mourners at the Wen­ gers’ Cherry Valley Road home. Wiersma was eating din­ ner at a restaurant in Hast­ ings when he heard the emergency call transmitted from the pager of a Freeport Fire Department volunteer, he said. “When I got home, 1 found out who it was so I went to the hospital,” said Wiersma, who has known Wenger since elementary school. As friends, Wiersma and Wenger had a standing, weekly appointment to meet at a Grand Rapids restau­ rant. “And, we’d go to his cabin on Harwood Lake and do whatever to have fun and pass the time.” said Wiersma. Wenger was active in 4H, showing steers at the Barry County Fair and played football all four years What's Coming to Town? Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village 1821 N. East St., Hastings, MI 49058 Construction plans are currently underway for Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village in Hastings, (just off of East State Street). The planned project will be a multi-phase retirement community offering: • Assisted Living and Memory Care for Seniors Opening Spring 2002 Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 ------------------- A Leisure Living Managed Company - u-wu.leisure-liyinq.com Travis Wenger drowned inside his car (pictured) after it struck a guard rail and overturned into Duncan Creek last Tuesday. Authorities belive he had been in the car “for some time” before the accident was discovered. of high school, becoming a starter his senior year. He also enjoyed deer and rabbit hunting and target shooting with Wiersma in their free time. Wenger recently en­ joyed a snowmobiling trip in Advance placement stu­ dents in Gerald Stein's lit­ erature class and Miriam Taylor's American govern­ ment class spent the summer in a chat room on the Inter­ net and yes, it was assigned homework. Stein and Taylor used a platform provided by Blackboard.com to have their stu­ dents study and discuss on­ line. Students were required to read for their subject and then participate in on-line discussion groups through­ out the summer. Students in the govern­ ment class also met several times in chat rooms to dis­ cuss and debate issues they were reading about. The on-line format en­ couraged participation by all students, especially some who might be hesitant to participate as freely in a tra­ ditional classroom. Both Stein and Taylor said they found increased interest in the class when the year started. Students also were better prepared to begin the school year. AP government students # General Dentistry for Children & Adults *♦ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. "He has a lot of friends." said Wiersma. Memorial contributions can be made to the Thornapplc Enrichment Foundation, Post Office box 164. Mid­ dleville, 49333. Advanced placement at TK study on-line ♦ Christopher J. Hier, ; D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) northern Michigan. Wiersma said. He leaves behind his par­ ents, his younger brother, Tyler, a junior at Thornapple Kellogg High School, fam­ ily and friends. Your Smile The First Thing People See! have continued their use of Internet tools throughout the year. Blackboard.com is a plat­ form that allows teachers to teach an entire class on-line so students have used it in a variety of ways throughout the year. Students can meet to review for tests during the evening through the use of discussion lists. They also can ask questions of each other or Taylor in the chat room. Instead of traditional PowerPftint presentations, stu­ dents can post group or indi­ vidual projects on special classroom web sites so they can be viewed by all stu­ dents and then later re­ viewed before tests. Stu­ dents also have taken prac­ tice quizzes in a variety of formats to review before tests and,exams. Taylor said she believes students are more interested in these classes when they can learn through a variety of mediums. “Students especially enjoy using technology and they are always willing to try new things,” she said. She said she hopes student achievement will increase as a result of the on-line tools. Tax help available for low income, seniors The American Associa­ tion of Retired Persons (AARP), in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will provide free as­ sistance with tax forms this winter and spring to middle and low income taxpayers, and especially to those ages 60 and older, starting next month. Volunteers are trained to complete basic income tax forms and answer tax ques­ tions. Since its start in 1968, AARP Tax-Aide has helped more than 30 million tax­ payers and is a confidential service supported by local people. The program will start early next month and continue for as long as re­ quests for help warrant. The times and places that the service will be offered include: * In Middleville at the .Middleville Village Offices Tuesdays, starting Feb. 5, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 795-3385 for an ap­ pointment. * In Caledonia at the Community Education Building Mondays, starting Feb. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. Ap­ pointments are preferred and may be made by calling 891-8117. In addition to the current year's blank forms, taxpay­ ers should bring a copy of year 2000 returns as well as information about year 2001 taxable income and deduc­ tions. This would include all W-2 forms showing salary and wages, unemployment compensation statements, SSA-1099 forms for social security benefits, 1099 forms showing pensions, in­ terest, and dividends. If eli­ gible for any Michigan tax credits, taxpayers should also bring information about year 2001 property taxes or rent, heating costs, and pre­ scriptions and drugs. John A. Panfil is the local coordinator for the AARP Tax-Aide program. Cal 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 29. 2002/Page 11 Yankee Springs park plans progressing that the walking path might be a good place to start and that landscaping the area should be done in conjunc­ tion with the path. Committee member George London said he was excited that finally the park he had envisioned for the Yankee Springs community would become a reality. The committee will set a meeting date after they re­ ceive the materials from Dettloff. Anyone interested in progress of the parks committee can leave their name and ideas at the town­ ship office at 795-9091. PRE-INVENTORY Planner Ken Detloff looks at the aerial photo of the Yankee Springs park with committee members Clare Tripp and George London. Nancy Near works on her plans in the foreground. Patricia Johns Planning consultant Ken Dettloff told the members of the Yankee Springs Park Committee last week to “have some fun” as they worked on preliminary plans for the 9.5-acre park on Parker Drive. He asked the committee to think about who would be most likely to use the park and to set priorities for de­ velopment. The committee Four area students on KCC dean's list Four area students have been included on the dean's list for the fall semester at Kellogg Community Col­ lege. Following are the recipi­ ents of highest honors (3.94.0 grade point average) for the term, and their home­ towns: Middleville. Amber Harthy. High honors (3 5-3.89 GPA) went to: Freeport. Randy J. Cusack; Mid­ dleville. April R. Smith and Jennifer Syswerda. started brainstorming with the results of a survey sent out with the winter tax bills. The top three needs identi­ fied by the more than 300 people returning surveys were for a walking path, playground and ball field. A need for “active” rec­ reation was also noted. The committee then thought about what funds were available through the town­ ship and then through the grant process. The committee then took pencil and paper in hand to design their park. Dettloff then asked the committee to come to con­ sensus on where to put the parking area, the size needed, location of a ball­ field. basketball court, pic­ nic shelter and playground area. Dettloff will take these ideas and return to the com­ mittee a “to scale” drawing and cost estimates for the first three priorities. “It’s beginning to look like a park,” committee member Clare Tripp said. 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The FERC staff recom­ mended alternative meas­ ures instead, because (1) with implementation of miti­ gation measures, the envi­ ronmental effects of the pro­ jects would be minimized, (2) these measures would protect and or enhance geol­ ogy and soils, water quality and quantity, fishery, terres­ trial, and recreational re­ sources and (3) the electric­ ity generated from a renew­ able resource would be beneficial because it would reduce the use of fossil-fu­ eled. steam-electric generat­ ing plants, thereby conserv­ ing non-renewable energy resources and reducing at­ mospheric pollution. Alternatives were consid­ ered, but eliminated from further consideration: 1. The Michigan Hydro Relicensing Coalition (MHRC) and Michigan DNR requested considera­ tion of federal project take­ over as an alternative to li­ censing the three dams. 2. Decommissioning was requested by the MDNR and MHRC with and without dam removal. FERC determined this was not a reasonable alter­ native. and said during the scoping process, since the initial controversy in 1997, 169 letters were filed with FERC by local citizens who supported the projects and opposed the dam removal. FERC concluded, "We conclude that dam removal is not a viable alternative to licensing the projects be­ cause of the adverse impacts on property values surround­ ing the impoundments... The changes that would occur to the existing environment and without more detailed information indicating the impacts of such a change, we conclude the potential adverse environmental and economic impacts associ­ ated with dam removal are greater than any beneficial aspect of dam removal." FERC excluded cultural or historic resources as a factor, but specified recom­ mendations. "Common­ wealth's refurbishment of the Irving Project would have a minor short term ad­ verse visual impact. The ex­ isting facilities would re­ main essentially as they are now." Because of the geology at the three project sites, MDNR and MDEQ recom­ mendations that erosion con­ trol measures be imple­ mented were considered. Synopsis of regular meeting VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 08. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present.Mr. Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers and Mr David Newman Members absent Mrs Marilyn VanuenBerg The minutes of the December 18. 2001 meeting were approved as wntten The NOTICE LAST DAY TO REGISTER NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTORS OF VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA, KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that the Village of Caledonia General Election will be held Monday, March 11. 2002. Electors who wish to vote in the general election must be registered no later than Monday, February 11, 2002. To register, visit any secretary of state branch office, the county clerk’s office or the Caledonia Township office. If you wish to register at the Township office, please call ahead for business hours. Village of Caledonia Clerk 250 S. Maple St. Caledonia, Michigan 49316 616-891-9384 300 Agenda was approved as writ­ ten ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved the invoices dated January 04. 2002 in the amount of $105,873.97 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Newman. 2 Approved payment of $75,529 33 to MDOT for Washington Street Construction on a motion made by Mr. Newman and supported by Mr. Lytle. 3. Approved purchase of a soft side cab enclosure for $2200 and purchase of a rotary broom for $2697.09 on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Newman 4 Approved service contract with Siegfned, Crandall, Vos and Lewis to perform the FY2001 audit at a cost of approximately $7200 on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Lytle 5. Approved the Rivertown/ Thorn-Barry Development Agreement Amendment on a motion made by Mr. Newman and supported by Mr. Lytle. 6. Adjourned the meeting at 7:37 p.m. on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 a m. and 5:00 p m Monday through Friday. Mb? Ms nW k “We’ll Rescue Your Damaged Automobile” Guaranteed Quality Collision repairs since 1967 112 Water St. Middleville, MI 49333 Ph. 616.795.9438 Check us out on the web® www.benderautobodv.cona Proud to be an AMERICAN Call for Sun & News ACTION-Ads 945-9554 or I -800-870-7085 • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week FERC responded with (1) recommendations for soil erosion control to the right embankment of the Middleville dam. removal of trees and brush on both em­ bankments. and for Com­ monwealth to develop an operation and maintenance plan. (Middleville Village has removed trees and brush from the right embankment). (2) Commonwealth should implement clearing of the vegetation from the right embankment upstream of the Labarge Dam. from the downstream side of the left embankment, and pro­ vide riprap at the toe of the left embankment. (3) A soil erosion control plan is to be developed by Commonwealth with the MDNR and Michigan De­ partment of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) and imple­ mented at the Middleville and LaBarge projects. FERC said the three pro­ jects would not influence water quality in the Thornapplc River. It did require Commonwealth to design and implement a water qual­ ity monitoring plan, how­ ever. The assessment stated, "MDNR’s recommendation that Commonwealth pay damages for water quality violations is outside the scope of the FPA, because it does not address fish and wildlife protection or en­ hancement measures. Fur­ ther the Commission has no authority to order Common­ wealth to pay damages to the MDNR... rather they re­ quire Commonwealth to take reasonable action to achieve compliance and minimize impacts. MDNR recommendations for an operation monitoring plan for each project was tempered with FERC's re­ quirement that Common­ wealth develop and imple­ ment an operations monitor­ ing plan, which should in­ clude: impoundment eleva­ tion monitoring, project dis­ charge monitoring, and tail­ water elevation monitoring. "We conclude that fund­ ing for upgrading , operating and maintaining the Hast­ ings USGS gage on the Thornapple River is not nec­ essary, because the gage is located upstream of the pro­ jects and would not provide information on project dis­ charge. Streamflow gauging downstream... would be re­ dundant and not a necessary component of a plan to monitor project operation." The FERC recommended that when possible. Com­ monwealth should notify the MDNR within 24 hours of any proposed or emergency drawdown. It also said the company should not have to prepare a separate report de­ scription for each emer­ gency drawdown to the MDNR The commission did ask the company to prepare for commission approval an im­ poundment drawdown plan prior to any planned im­ poundment drawdown in consultation with the Michi­ gan DNR. incorporating measures for timing, dura­ tion and rate to minimize the effects of the drawdown on fish and wildlife resources in the impoundment. A duration analysis of water availability in the river at the Irving project was done to determine the amount of time the project would operate and the amount of time the project would operate and the amount of time each mini­ mum flow alternative would be met during August, the lowest flow month. The MDNR’s recommen­ dation would permit the Irving project to operate at about 20 percent of the time (six days) and the minimum flow would be available about 96 percent of the time, the project would operate about 50 percent of the time under Commonwealth’s pro­ posed minimum flow and would be available 100 per­ cent of the time. FERC favored an MDNR alternative proposal, at twice the amount of time MDNR recommended, so it would operate 20 percent of the time. Under the revision, gravel substrate in the by­ passed reach of Irving would provide good habitat for walleye and smallmouth bass, given adequate flows, it was said. The Fish and Wildlife Service. (FWS) had recom­ mended the removal of check dams at Irving, which may block fish movement in and out of the bypass reach, but the commission dis­ agreed. It recommended en­ hancing downstream fish movement by increasing the depth of the water flowing over the check dams. It said the check dams, through creation of pools in the area, provided refuge for fish and other species, increasing the diversity of habitat. Commonwealth, how­ ever. was to develop a plan to determine if the plunge pool traps fish as flows re­ cede following use of the emergency spillway, and the company should develop a plan to monitor the plunge pool for trapped fish, and to remove the fish and return them to the river. Fish passage at the pro­ jects would be a standard re­ quired. A study conducted by Commonwealth from July 1993 through March of 1994 showed 2.98X fish captured, representing 33 species. Black crappie dominated the catch, followed by bluegill and common shiner. Mortal­ ity of entrained Fish was de­ termined to be 3 percent. The commission found that Commonwealth under­ estimated annual entrain­ ment by excluding three months from the study, but found no indication that op­ eration of the Irving. Mid­ dleville and Labarge, in ad­ dition to the Ada and Cas­ cade projects would ad­ versely affect the Thornapplc River fishery resources. It concluded no measures to minimize entrainment or provide other compensatory measures by the MDNR were warranted. Commonwealth will be expected to develop and im­ plement a wildlife manage­ ment plan to protect and en­ hance wildfowl and wildlife habitat along the river as as­ sociated with their projects. Minimizing water level fluc­ tuations in the reservoirs, and providing waterfowl and other avian structures were advised. Ospreys, bald ea­ gles. purple martins, blue­ birds. kestrels, mallards, wood ducks and bats were species noted as having been seen along the river. Specific native wildlife plantings to enhance habitat were advised, with a caution against encouraging Eura­ sian milfoil and purple loos­ estrife. two invasive species. Refraining from removal of trees between May 1 through Aug. 31 within 100 feet of the river was advised. The FERC report stated the dams, if licensed in ac­ cordance with commission recommendations, would not affect state listed spe­ cies. The Labarge project was cited as offering exceptional recreational opportunities for fishing and boating, but was lacking sufficient public access to the impoundment and tailwater areas. Caledonia Township rec­ ommended that Common­ wealth continue operation and to encourage continued recreational uses. Need for improved river access was recognized by Kent County Park officials. Supporting data said Kent County resi­ dents were more likely to have income to spend on recreation. The commission recommended water quality and fishery enhancement measures for all three dams. A Commonwealth letter dated Dec. 3, 2001, stated the company would be will­ ing to provide public access if the MDNR would hold it harmless for encouraging public use in these tailrace areas, which could be haz­ ardous due to dangerous flow changes close to the powerhouses. The FERC concluded Commonwealth's reasons were unsubstantiated and the tailrace areas could support recreation safely. FERC recommended im­ plementation of final recrea­ tion plans for each of the three dam projects in coop­ eration with appropriate loca* agencies as a condition for licensing. A boat launch, improved canoe portage, fishing ac­ cess to the tailrace, signage, and relocation of the fencing to allow public parking was specified for the LaBarge site. MDNR earlier recom­ mended Commonwealth de­ velop a recreation plan for Irving, with barrier-free fa­ cilities, including a signed canoe portage, a boat launch on the impoundment, and signs to the site, parking, restroom and fishing area, and public access to the tailwater with similar signs. It also recommended a similar plan and facilities for the Middleville project, See dems, contd. next page �The Sun and News Middleville. ML January 29. 2002/Page 13 biifelmd housing plans ta opposition it Thornapple taring lows much denser popula­ by Patricia Johns tion, especially if municipal Staff Writer Most of the more than water and sewer is available. Truscott told the audience 150 residents at a public hearing Monday night op­ and Thornapple Township posed a rezoning request for Planning Commission that a 600-unit manufactured the company chose this site housing development in because of its proximity to Grand Rapids. He said the Thornapple Township. John Truscott of Lansing, development of up to 600 representing I .andon Hold­ manufactured housing units ing, Inc., said the company over seven to eight years wants to rezonc a 153-acre would provide quality, af­ site between Duncan Lake fordable housing for the Road and M-37 from agri­ growth Landon Holding be­ cultural residential (A-R) to lieves will come to to the residential (R). The properly area. is located just south of Cale­ Truscott told the Planning donia and the Kent-Barry Commission that this "nic­ County line. est" of developments would In AR zoning, homes actually mitigate sprawl and must be located on at least pledged that these manufac­ one and a half acre sites, tured houses would meet or while the R designation al­ exceed the standards of Dams, continued from page 12 mentioning limited commu­ nity resources for providing such facilities. While costs of improve­ ments originally required of Commonwealth have been dramatically reduced, and profits can be increased by some of the changes recom­ mended by the commission, the costs of the improve­ ments being asked for at company cost arc not com­ pletely known. Scott Goodwin, president of American Energy, said the adjustments asked for would not be prohibitive and the dams would be kept in operation. He said "We feel like we are a community steward for a community resource. We want as little damage to the habitat as possible." Goodwin said the differ­ ent governmental units near the three dams are interested in recreational use and fa­ cilities around the sites. He said the company was inter­ ested in negotiating a fair way to do that. He said safety issues for persons boating near the dam was still a concern. He believed there was serious public risk for those fishing and canoeing both above and below the dam. "if they want public ac­ cess, they must hold the company harmless and pro­ vide adequate liability insur­ ance. They want us to pro­ vide fishing near the dis­ charge of our turbines, which is subject to varied conditions. We don’t want people to be hurt." He said if they want ac­ cess, they need to take the responsibility for the poten­ tially hazardous area. "We don’t have much of a dispute with the assessment, except for the access at the facility. We agree to dis­ agree." Goodwin said another is­ sue of dispute for the com­ pany was over the recom­ mendation to divert water around the power house at the Irving dam, to the by­ pass reach, which limits the amount of generation possi­ ble. He said he plans to work with the DNR to try to come to an agreement. Goodwin can be reached in California at 925-9321828. NOTICE LAST DAY TO REGISTER NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTORS OF VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that the Village ot Middleville General Election will be held on Monday. March 11.2002 Electors who wish to vote m the general election must be registered no later than Monday February 11,2002 To reg­ ister, visit any Secretary ot State branch office, the County Clerk s office or the Township Clerk s office If you wish to register at the Township Clerk s office (address provided below), please call ahead tor business hours Tbomapple Township Clerk 200 East Mam Street MtodteviBe Michigan 49333 795-7202 Rhonda L_ Rak Village of Middleville Clerk 301 Ronald Redick, repre­ senting the Duncan Lake Association, tells the commission why the re­ zoning request should be denied “stick built” houses. They would be marketed to young working families and empty nesters in the upper middle income range. The cost of each unit would be about $75,000, with monthly rent of $800 to $850 a month, which would include lot rents. The development would include a community center with a swimming pool. Truscottsaid that this would be a "meeting place" for the residential community. The many walking paths would provide "green space" and Landon plans to keep some of the trees on the property. He told planners that "this is a well thought out devel­ opment which preserves land values." He also said that the development would generate enough in taxes to pay any additional expense, such as police and fire pro­ tection. Truscott said he does not believe that the impact on the schools would be too great. In fact, he told the board that Landon's financial cal­ culations showed that the school district would bring in more than $2 million in revenue from state per pupil grants, but would need to spend less than $1.5 million for the education of the stu­ dents. He also told the commis­ sion that Landon was "will­ ing to work with the town­ ship" on this project. Rick Simpson of the Dun­ can Lake Association told the board that the 166 mem­ bers of the association had voted unanimously in De­ cember to fight this rezoning request. He introduced attor­ ney Ronald Redick from the firm of Mika. Meyers. Beck­ ett & Jones to present a statement in opposition. Redick presented the members of the board with a 14-page document detailing five reasons why this rezon­ ing request should be de­ nied. He first said that the rezoning would result in a "domino effect," be prece­ dent setting and cause envi­ ronmental problems. He told the commission both of them a chance to re­ spond to information pre­ sented at this meeting. The commission also needed time to get information from them to answer questions they might have. Sevald asked that all writ­ ten communications be sent to the Township Hall in care of the Planning Commission before Feb. 11. This will give Landon. Redick and the commission time to review everything before the com­ mission’s March 18 meet­ ing. Commission members also have asked for financial analyses, engineering re­ ports and an opportunity to visit other manufactured housing developments Lan­ The plans caught the attention of many at the meet don has built. Commission member Rex ing Sc had asked Truscott why, if [.andon was eager to co­ “The entire 44 months I served in World operate with the township, the company had sued the War II, I survived the hardships I faced township rather than go knowing I would return to live in the through the regular planning process. country... Now at age 83, it seems clear Sevald ruled this question that I won’t die in the country.” "out of order" since the township attorney had ad­ - Ward Freeman vised him that was a sepa­ rate issue apart from the de­ liberations of the commis­ that the current A-R zoning age stormwater runoff sion on this rezoning issue was a reasonable use for sin­ would do to Duncan Lake, The township taped the gle-family homes. Other R which is directly downhill meeting. The tapes and writ­ zoned property in the town­ from this proposed develop­ ten information arc available ship meets requirements of ment. Several speakers said they for review by area residents the master plan, such as Ci­ during the township's busi­ der Mill Village, which has are concerned about the im­ ness hours. 40 available units to accom­ pact of an influx of children The commission will re­ to the schools. Traffic con­ modate future needs. Redick maintained that cerns were mentioned, espe­ visit this issue at its Mon­ the township’s land use cially since many residents day, March 18, meeting, master plan encourages de­ feel that traffic is already too scheduled to be held at the township hall at 7 p.m. velopments of this type to be dense. One resident, Ward Free­ located nearer the village boundaries so they can be man, lamented, "The entire served by village services. 44 months I served in World He asked the commission to War II, I survived the hard­ consider the "reasonable ex­ ships I faced, knowing I pectations" of homeowners, would return to live in the who bought their homes country... Now at age 83, it with the knowledge that the seems clear that I won't die surrounding property was in the country." zoned A-R. Planning Commission Area residents then asked Chairman Mark Sevald told 945-9554 or the commission to consider both Truscott and Redick the impact of this develop­ that because of the details 1-800-870-7085 ment on wildlife, the dam­ presented, he wanted to give Callfor Sun & News Actfoff-Ads & Paint Repair (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On Deductibles All Work Fully Guaranteed Free Computer Estimating In Business Since 1978 Owner - Kevin Wagner Spray-In Truck Bedliners Protect your new truck or improve your older one �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml January 29. 2002 Planners may meet more to finish zoning changes by Ruth Zachary . Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has been granted permission by the Township Board to meet up to four times per month with pay, for up to seven months in order to complete zoning ordinance revisions. The next extra meeting will be held Monday, Jan. 28. In the future some extra meetings may be other than Monday, though Consultant Ken Dettloff is committed to Mondays. Commissioners have been pre-reading rough drafts of proposed sections of the zoning ordinance and have discussed questions or points of disagreement in the draft. In many or most cases where there is an ex­ isting document, the revised document will remain the same as the one now in use. It was asked that special no­ tations, such as bold type, for the suggested changes from the original, be indi­ cated in the draft. A sum­ mary of each draft ordinance section was asked for as well. A time line for various sections of the ordinance is to be prepared for the Town­ ship Board. None of the points of discussion are final decisions yet, and they must Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-ads and reach over 11,000 area homes. eventually go to the board for approval. Work continued on por­ tions of the ordinance per­ taining to non-conforming uses of buildings and struc­ tures in the township. One point decided was that if a building with a non-con­ forming use was damaged or destroyed up to 60 percent of its value, it could still be replaced. If such a building was rebuilt, it would have to conform to the same stan­ dards as the original struc­ ture, and not increase its non-conforming character, unless special permission was granted by the commis­ sion. The state equalized valua­ tion (SEV) would be used, so as to avoid the double cost of township and owner appraisals. Sixty percent could allow for the in­ creased cost of replacement, and to consider the owner s hardship position in view of the loss. Additional discussion of the Open Space Preservation ordinance took place last week. Dettloff made a pres­ entation pertaining to open space development. The state now requires that local governments have open space preservation guide­ lines. Open space developments would be defined as an over­ lay district within the Open Space Preservation District. Dettloff suggested the commissioners consider re­ vising the master plan to al­ low more mixed use zoning in new developments, rather than the single use zoning presently required. The planned unit develop­ ment (PUD) zoning process is the major means at pre­ sent that allows mixed use zoning in the township. Over Nour Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 “rtSST The process already in place for approval of PUDs could be applied to the ap­ proval process for OSP overlay developments, to save time and to assure uni­ form procedures. PUDs cur­ rently are treated as a rezon­ ing The approval process of the OSP district would be in the hands of the Planning Commission, unless the board opts to change that de­ tail before approval of the ordinance. The Planning Commission approves site plans now. Condo develop­ ments would go to the board for approval. There is value in having procedures remain the same and come to the Planning Commission, though the board could change the practice. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner was in favor of making a public hearing on OSP ap­ provals mandatory. The time frame would normally be to start a project within one year of approval, and commissioners wanted a projected completion date, which could be extended by request if needed. Twelve month time frames on vari­ ous phases of large develop­ ments were thought to be reasonable. Roads would need to be completed whether or not a development was built out. Dettloff said a performance bond could be required to ensure completion of a road. Although completion of a phase cannot be mandated, completion of one phase could be required before is­ suing further building per­ mits for subsequent phases. Dettloff suggested one use of development open space could allow one owner to own a riding sta­ ble and board the horses of other residents in the neigh­ borhood. to create a specific open space use in that pro­ ject. Agricultural uses in agri­ cultural zones are protected by the Right to Farm legisla­ tion passed last year. Regu­ lations cannot be imposed on existing farm operations, even if there is a conflict with encroaching develop­ ment. If concerns of pollu­ BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville xx kXWAVxx tion from fertilizer occurs, the Department of Agricul­ ture will regulate the situa­ tion. Commissioners are still considering whether bonus densities offered to develop­ ers are actually needed, be­ cause creative layouts often are less expensive, and maximize developer profits already. When a developer plans a development there already may be inherent lim­ its to the number of homes that can be built because some areas are not buildable, won’t perk. etc. The cookie cutter devel­ opment is still an option, and the township would benefit by encouraging higher quality in general, a reason why bonus densities could be offered. Dettloff said. A 10 percent bonus was discussed, to sweeten the pot to those developers who agree to certain open space criteria. This aims to create an open space plan to pre­ serve certain natural fea­ tures, a certain acreage, or percentage of the total area in open space, or for retain­ ing uninterrupted open space, or open space next to roadways, or wildlife corri­ dors. for example. A for­ mula to determine the num­ ber of bonus lots allowed would be necessary to en­ sure fairness, it was agreed. Commissioner Koopmans brought a model ordinance which used some of these features. Higher quality housing, or better quality of life offered by creative planning would also ultimately mean appre­ ciating property values, im­ prove the tax base but would not increase the number of children in the schools over other residential areas, at an average of 1.5 children per household. Dettloff ex­ plained. Warner said the way the ordinances were written should ensure the township maintains control of the fi­ nal results. Consideration of high density impact on the school system is a concern. The im­ pact of high density upon the environment where wa­ ter and sewer is not avail­ able is also a consideration. A requirement for hookup to public utilities where within one-fourth mile from public service lines may become mandatory. This could actu­ ally be welcomed by devel­ opers who want to rezonc their project to allow even higher densities, and to im­ prove profitability. Realistically, it is critical for developers to maximize profits if they are to create affordable homes. Commis­ sioner Duane Gunnink said. Part of the cost to the buyer is affected by the initial land cost as well as the lowering the costs of developing the land. The amenities must be very enticing to get people to spend more on homes, and to compete with other developments, he said. The reason the township might promote such meas­ ures is to protect open space in other areas of the town­ ship. with the assumption that denser developments will meet the housing de­ mand and as a result, use up less open land in large lots. A recent preliminary hous­ ing concept presented to the commission would construct 12 units per acre. Township Trustee/Planmng Commissioner Wally Bujak asked the commis­ sioners how they would like him to function as liaison to the Township Board, so communication between the two bodies could be im­ proved. He expects to make regular reports from the commission to the board and from the board to the Plan ning Commission in the fu­ ture. The agenda may in­ clude the report prior to when work begins. The commissioners plan to discuss parking guidelines along Broadmoor/Cherry Valley, and perhaps they will work on an amendment to the lighting section of the ordinance Jan. 28. Caledonia Township champions thermometer exchange program Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison got a quick lesson in environ­ mental science recently at his local bait shop. While purchasing his fishing license, Harrison was handed a pamphlet warning that some fish caught in Michigan can only be consumed in limited amounts due to mercury contamination. The handout says pregnant women and young children are advised not to eat any fish at all from some lakes. But this past fall Hairison saw an opportunity to do something about it. When Harrison saw that the Kent County Department of Public Works was coordi­ nating a program called "Catch the Fever" that would exchange environmentally friendly digital thermome­ ters for those containing mercury, he contacted the county and offered to use the township office for a temporary regional collec­ tion site. Soon after the call, the county delivered a col­ lection container and a batch of digital thermometers to the township hall along with literature explaining the eco­ logical and public health threats related to mercury contamination. The basic guidelines of the program were that resi­ dents would receive a new digital thermometer for each mercury fever thermometer they brought in. The county then would dispose of the toxic mercury appropriately. “Many families have had a mercury thermometer in their medicine chest for years without it breaking,” Harrison said. “Yet public health officials warn that a broken thermometer can pose a serious risk to your family's health and the envi­ ronment. Mercury causes a variety of health effects, par­ ticularly for young children, including nervous system damage, liver damage, kid­ ney damage, muscle trem­ ors, impaired coordination and mental disturbances.” Harrison said he was sur­ prised how quickly the com­ munity supported the pro­ gram. "It did not take long for word to get out. 1 would say that we went through the first batch of thermometers in about a week. "1 would call the county and they would come in and pick up the mercury ther­ mometers and leave more digital units. A week or two later and they would be back because the container was full again.” While he was not sure how many thermometers were collected by the town­ ship, the "Catch the Fever" program collected more than 5,7(X) mercury thermometers from all collection points. Each thermometer con­ tains between 0.5 and 1.5 grams of mercury. One gram of mercury can contaminate a 20-acre lake with enough mercury to cause public health advisories (warnings) to limit consumption of fish caught in that lake. Eliminating even small amounts of mercury has a beneficial effect on the envi­ ronment and reduces the po­ tential for human mercury poisoning. A limited number of digi­ tal thermometers arc still available at the Caledonia Township offices at 250 Maple St. Harrison said he hopes to offer the program again next year. However, he reminded residents that the program is not meant to accept other mercury-related items such as furnace thermostats or other household hazardous waste (car batteries, paint, pesticides and fertilizer). Those seeking assistance with these items may con­ tact the Kent County De­ partment of Public Works at 336-2501 or toll free 1-888217-2850. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your priming needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray, barn or call 945-9105 �The Sun and News Middleville. ML January 29, 2002 Page 15 ‘Open spaces’ pitched Io Caledonia planners •bv Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer Consultant Ken Dettloff made a presentation Jan. 21 on open space development to the Caledonia Township Planning Commission, which is looking for ways to incorporate open space de­ sign tools into the zoning or­ dinance. Saving green field areas may ultimately depend on creating areas where higher density housing absorbs ex­ pansion, and where public utilities arc feasible. The state now requires lo­ cal governments have open space preservation guide­ lines. Dettloff showed how parallel planning could be used as a tool to encourage clustered housing, preserva­ tion of green space, and creative planning within a proposed development. A basic "cookie cutter" layout within the develop­ ment would determine the number of lots normally possible within the parcel boundaries, given formula minimums and any limiting natural features within the site. A more imaginative paral­ lel layout would allow open space, green belt areas, effi­ cient roadways and smaller lots within the same pro- posed boundaries. Dettloff said in the parallel option, setbacks would be more flexible than in the tradi­ tional layout. Lots would also be slightly smaller than those allowed. Road front­ ages would be variable. Showing a real example. 20 fewer units than origi­ nally planned actually re­ sulted in one development. He said developers some­ times compromised on den­ sity in the interest of im­ proved quality of life. He said such planning often re­ sulted in greatly lowered costs for developers and ac­ ceptable profit margins. Dettloff also showed the commissioners examples of developments in other parts of the country where mixed uses were created within developments. Neighborhoods from the past often incorpo­ rated mixed uses. Single use developments are a more recent trend across the country he said. Wide roadways are designed to move high volumes of traffic, but serve as barriers between different sections of the township. The neighborhood con­ cept for designing communi­ ties has been around for a long time. An example from 1910 was shown from Man land, with mixed uses, including a shopping center, a civic space, commercial space, school, single family housing, and with all con­ nected by sidewalks and streets. These are all off the main road. This was compared with separated zones for different uses, with developments off cul-de-sacs, without side­ walks from one use to an­ other. requiring using an auto to do simple shopping. Some examples Dettloff showed were even separated by fences or moats. "1 have been guilty for so much of this, and this is how Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council decided to extend the lease on property being used for parking for Metaldyne Industries after a closed session at the end of its Jan. 22 meeting. This is part of a sale of another acre to the holding company. Kojain Manage­ ment Corporation in Bloom­ field Hills. Metaldyne is selling all its property to Ko­ jain and then leasing the properties back. The sale and lease of the property originally were made with Simpson Indus­ tries. The village is in the middle of the first 10-year lease and had originally made arrangements for two 10-year leases. Kojain asked that the lease be extended for two additional 10-year terms. The council agreed to one additional term at current lease agreements with the last 10-year term having the company pay the taxes on the property. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck said. “Council wants to have good relations with the businesses in the village, but does not want to end up paying more than is necessary. In other business, the council heard that nickel continues to be down in the sludge, well below allow- by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Insoon Felch waited through a long public hear­ ing on rezoning 153 acres Jan. 22 before bringing her request for a home occupa­ tion special use occupation to the Thornapple Township Planning Commission Jan. 21. Her request was tabled. She wants to build an art studio where she would able levels. Charlie Miller from EarthTech received a safety award for the Mid­ dleville facility. Planner Geoff Moffat an­ nounced that those homes which have received occu­ pancy permits this winter have paid funds into escrow for their lawns and side­ walks. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 12, in the Village Hall. Southeast Division Bowling Results S.E. Boys Division High School Bowling Lowell 212; Wayland 194; Thornapple Kellogg 134; East Kentwood 72; Cale­ donia 57; Forest Hills Central 51. Thornapple Kellogg - J. Marble 158; J. ShafT169; K. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable gift information, please wnto to: P.O Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail com the street with front and up­ stairs porches, with rear ac­ cess. or parking off or on the street, single family row housing and condominiums were all placed in proximity to each other. Everything was oriented toward the street. Setbacks were about 10 feet. Landscaping was at­ tractively incorporated in narrow greenspaces with walkways. Streets are wide enough for parking on both sides. Pedestrian circulation is encouraged, with com­ mercial and business facili­ ties within walking distance. The average density was eight units per acre. Seven hundred units were built on 110 acres. The community took 12 years to build, he said. Many of these are be­ ing built across the country, but there are no long endur­ ing communities like this to evaluate. Transitions between hous­ ing types were not dramatic. A Si.5 million home was lo­ cated across the street from a $140,000 house. About 20 examples of such high end investment homes had oc­ curred in this neighborhood. In addition some nice open space with water in it had been preserved. Thornapple planners table home occupation request Middleville Village Council extends lease for Metaldyne by Patricia Johns I am atoning for my sins." Dettloff said, explaining his enthusiasm for the mixed use approach. He showed slides of a de­ velopment near Memphis. Workers in the health care field, in the downtown area of Memphis needed hous­ ing closer to their work­ place. which stimulated the creation of "Harbortown." abutting the core city, all in one 110-acre site. High-end single family homes, two and three family dwellings, live-work units with living units above for those people owning the of­ fices, apartment houses near Bishop 161; P. Strong 211; S. Baker 152; L. Shuck 203; J. Smith 214; E. Smith 210; S. Aspinall 268. Caledonia - A Reed 90; T. Pike 156; R Ellinger 141; S. Centill 165; B. Conturie 169; J. Amonte 165; R Ellinger 194; C.J. Jarboe 264. S.E. Giris Division Bowling Lowell 219; Wayland Union 180 12; Thomapple Kellogg 111 12. Caledonia 81; East Kentwood 77; Forest Hills Central 51 Caledonia - N Niles 92; J White 125; C Wolf 117; B. Moore 125; K Haywood 148; C McConnell 129; A. Jamboe 190; B Yalna 195. Thornapple Kellogg - J. McDuffee 92; C Snow 109; M. Moorhouse 145; 1 Mann 137; M Hoffman 141; C. Washburn 173; S. Freeman 163; J. Loose 145. A Harper 192. have a gallery for the dis­ play of her work and room to give art instruction. She explained to the com­ mission that she is a recent graduate of Western Michi­ gan University with a mas­ ter’s degree in fine art. She would like to teach, but has not found a position yet. When she and her hus­ band were looking for a home in the area, they found their house on 10 acres along Whitneyville Road. Besides a house and garage, the property includes a 28x60 building perfect for her art work. Township resident Carl Brinks asked what type of art Felch creates. “Would you be doing nudes?” he asked. “I do more traditional, classic type of art. I wouldn’t be doing any nudes,” Felch assured the commission. In response to a question about parking, Felch told the commission that her drive­ way is 600 feet long. This summer when they had an open house party with about 70 people, no one had to park on Whitneyville Road. Several commission members were concerned that the sale of art would be too commercial for the resi­ dential area. The use and size of a sign were also of concern. Other commission mem­ bers encouraged her efforts and saw art instruction as serving the community. Felch told the commission that a sign is important be­ cause even she misses her driveway on occasion. She stressed that she wanted the home occupation to be able to keep working on her art while being home for her daughter. The request was tabled until the Feb. 18 meeting at 7 p.m. in the township hall. �Page 16/The Sun and News. Mddtevtlle. Ml/January 29. 2002 Party store break-in latest in burglary spree Travis William Wenger MIDDLEVILLE - Travis William Wenger, age 19, son of Phillip and Rebecca Wenger of Middleville, was bom on July 21, 1982 in Hastings. Michigan He passed from the hands of family and friends and into the arms of the Lord on Tuesday afternoon. Jan. 22, 2002. Through his current em­ ployment at Bushwacker Lawn and Garden in Middleville. Travis discov­ ered a love for landscaping which led him to his studies at Grand Rapids Commun­ ity College. He was looking forward to completing his degree in landscape and design at Michigan State University. Travis graduated from Thornapplc Kellogg High School in June 2001. Fcxitball played a major role throughout his high school career. During the summer of 1999 he served as a stu­ dent ambassador through the People to People pro­ gram traveling to England. Ireland, Scotland and North­ ern Wales The Barry County 4-H program was also another important part in Travis’ life. He was an active member from 1991 through 2001, showing beef cattle and var­ ious non livestock projects. He was also involved in fundraising and various community service projects. He was a true outdoors­ man. He enjoyed hunting, riding snowmobiles and A.T.V.’s, helping on the fam ily farm, and woodworking. He also treasured time spent with friends at Harwood Lake. Memorial contributions may be made on Travis’ behalf to the Thornapple Area Enrichment Found­ ation. P.O. Box 164. Mid­ dleville. MI 49333-0164. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Accident kills Wayland teen He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, Phil and Becky Wenger; brother. Tyler, best friend and con­ stant companion. Rascal Dog; maternal grandmother, Patricia Proctor; maternal grandfather. Richard Count; paternal grandparents. Bob and Helen Wenger; maternal great grandmother, Mar­ garet Willson; several aunts and uncles. Deb (Bernard) Nagel of Caledonia; Christ­ ina (Ed) Gibson of London, England, Mary (Doug) Newman of Howard City, Dan (Anne) Wenger. Martin Wenger and Thad Wenger, all of Middleville, Cindy bales of Alto; 17 cousins and a host of special friends The celebration of Travis’s life was held on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2()O2 at the First Baptist Church in Hastings, officiated by the Reverend Roger Timmer­ man and the Reverend Lee Zachman. A luncheon fol­ lowed at the Barry County Expo Center with a private committal at Coman Cem­ etery, Yankee Springs Township. Leonard Grassa (Kiel)----HARPER WOODS Leonard Grassa (Kiel) of Harper Woods, ML, died Monday, January 14, 2002. Leonard was born on January 22, 1917, and is survived by daughters, Margaret Kiel and Mary Alice Edwards, and by son, Thomas Grassa. His daughter and son-in- law, Margo and Tom Kiel, and his grandsons, Ryan, Robert and David Kiel, praise and thank God for Leonard's profound and constant love and for the beauty of his soul. Reunited with his radiant wife, Alice, they celebrate their love together from their dwelling place in the glorious presence of God. A car-farm combine-van crash Saturday afternoon killed a Wayland High School senior and critically injured a Wayland woman near Second Street in Alle­ gan County near its border with Barry County. Troopers from the Wayland post of the Michigan State Police said John Rough IV. 18. of Wayland, was traveling west on Hayes Road near Second Street when the car he was driving struck a farm combine trac­ tor from behind and then struck and oncoming van in the other lane. Rough, the grandson of former Yankee Springs Township Supervisor John Rough and Gun Lake area community activist Linda Rough, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the oncom­ ing van, Sherri Lee Miklusicak, 35, of Wayland, was taken to Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids, where she was listed in fair condition. The driver of the farm com­ bine, Mark Allen Schafer, 42, of Hopkins, was treated at Spectrum Hospital and later released. After colliding with the van, Rough’s car finally can to rest on its topside. The combine was overturned and Schafer was ejected from the vehicle. There was some specula­ tion that the bright sun fac­ ing Rough traveling west at about 5 p.m. may have been a factor in the crash. Information about funeral services was not available at press time and the accident remains under investigation. An overnight break-in at Greg’s Get-it-n-Go conven­ ience store in Middleville Tuesday. Jan. 22. is the sec­ ond Barn County target and the sixth in a three-county area to occur since Novem­ ber. Barry County Sheriff s Det. Sgt. Jay Olejniczak said. “It was certainly similar to the other incidents in Al­ legan and Kent counties.” said Olejniczak. At least two subjects forced open a rear door to the Arlington Street store in Middleville sometime after closing and before opening, “some time between 11:30 p.m. and 5 or 5:30 a.m.” and stole an undetermined amount of cash, said Olejniczak. Surveillance cameras were working at the time of the break-in and investiga­ tors are currently “working” on that possible evidence, he said. “(For) Anybody who saw anything suspicious between those hours, we would be happy to take their call,” Olejniczak said. Olejniczak is working with authorities in Kent and Allegan counties to solve the cases, which they be­ lieve involves a “gang.” The first Barry County incident involved the Dec. 20 theft of two safes from inside the Gun Lake Amoco station. One safe belongs to the gas station while the other belongs to the Gun Lake McDonald’s restau­ rant, also located inside the building. Police said it appears that someone broke into the building through a south service door. The perpetra­ tors also took a VCR sur­ veillance tape, deputies said. “This one is similar to that incident,” Olejniczak said. “Nothing has been re­ covered from either store vet." Rewards are offered by Barry County Silent Ob­ server for information lead­ ing to the arrest and convic­ tion of certain criminals. A reward in this case, how­ ever. has not yet been deter­ mined. Tips can be called in to Silent Observer at 1-800- County Sheriff’s Office at 310-9031 or the Barry 948-4805. Former baby-sitter to face 2 charges A baby-sitter who re­ turned the home of her for­ mer employer last Oct. 29 to steal 32 personal checks, then took a minor with her to break into the home of another acquaintance Dec. 4 to steal Christmas gifts, jew­ elry and 35 checks was ar­ raigned in Barry County District Court Tuesday. Lisa Hovinga. 32, of Mid­ dleville. admitted to police that she entered both homes and to forging nearly all of the stolen checks at stores around West Michigan. She was arraigned on two counts of home invasion, each felo­ nies that carry a maximum possible penalty of 20 years in prison. She is also charged with inducing a minor to commit a felony, larceny in a build­ ing and six counts of utter­ ing and publishing. Hovinga allegedly worked as a baby-sitter for the first victim until they had a “falling out” in Sep­ tember. According to police. Hovinga admitted to enter­ ing the woman’s unlocked house and taking a book of checks, which she allegedly forged in Allegan. Kent and Barry counties. In December, she alleg­ edly took a 15-year-old boy with her to enter the second home, using a key. She told police that the boy went to the loft area of the home and threw the Christmas presents to her before entering the woman's bedroom to steal her jewelry. Hovinga allegedly told police they opened the pre­ sents later that night at her home. Most of the jewelry has been recovered, police reported. Hovinga is free on $10,000 personal bond awaiting a Jan. 30 pr< exam hearing on the charges. High speed chase leads to 3 arrests Three suspects in several Grand Rapids purse snatch­ ing incidents at the Cascade Meijcr store were caught driving a stolen car on West State Road near Woodruff Road in Barry County after a high-speed chase through Middleville. Deputies said they were asked to help pursue the fleeing suspects by the Kent County Sheriff’s Office Jan. 15 at about 10:45 p.m. The pursuit began in Kent County and entered Barry County at Whitncyville Road and 100th Street. The chase continued into Mid­ dleville at 10:49 p.m. as the suspects led officers east­ bound on Main Street, then to Jackson and then State Road when Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies Chris Yonkers and Robert Fueri deployed a tire deflation de­ vice at State and Granger roads. The vehicle then slowed rapidly, said deputies, allow­ ing the Kent County officers to box in the suspect vehi­ cle. “As it slowed, it steered into the driver's side of the Kent County patrol unit, side swiped it, then veered left where it stopped in a ditch,” deputies said. Trooper Phil McNabnay apprehended one passenger while the other two were chased and captured by the Kent County deputies. Man arrested for providing alcohol to teen in fatal crash A 44-year-old Middleville man has been charged with furnishing the alcohol which led to the Sept. 7 traffic death of 18-year-old Sarah Wiese when her boyfriend, 19-year-old Nick Bont, drove with a blood alcohol content of .17 percent. Joseph Ira Brown was ar­ raigned on the felony charge in Barry County District Court Tuesday when a $25,000 personal bond was set. Brown, who is no relation to Wiese’s mother and step­ father, Tim Brown and Su­ san Brown of Hastings, is scheduled for a Jan. 30 pre­ liminary examination on the charge of furnishing alcohol to a minor causing death, a felony which carries a maxi­ mum possible penalty of 10 years in prison. Police were able to arrest Brown after they received information from a reader of the Hastings Banner, which had published a request from Barry County Prosecu­ tor Gordon Shane McNeill for information on the per­ son’s identity. Wiese was a passenger in Boni’s car which left Kiser Road and struck a tree at 3:50 a.m. Sept. 7 in Yankee Springs Township. Wiese was trapped in the car before being extricated by the Thornapplc Township Emergency Services. She died later that morning on the operating table at Burgess Medical Center. Bont was sentenced Jan. 3 to serve three years in prison. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/January 29, 2002/Page 17 TK’s McKeown hits 100; Trojans 3-2 at Lakewood Duals The Middleville-TK var­ sity wrestling team flexed its depth over the weekend and went 3-2 at the Lakewood Duals team tournament de­ spite missing eight regular starters. Heavyweight Randy Benedict and 112-pounder Josh Bowerman went unde­ feated for the Trojans. Matt Erb went 4-1, losing a 4-2 decision to Lowell when he jumped up a weight class to wrestle at 215. TK inserted several fresh­ men into the lineup along with some B-team regulars, and they earned praise from their coaches “Our young kids wrestled very well,” TK coach Tom Lehman said. “We were real happy with them.” The team gets a bit of a break this week and will use the time to gear up for the stretch run. “We'll beat ‘cm up pretty good this week in practice and get ready for the end of the season." Lehman said. The varsity’s next action is Saturday at a tournament in St. Johns, with wrestling beginning at 10 a.m. TK 63. Coopersville 12 The Trojans kept rolling in the O-K Blue with this road win on Jan. 23. Individual winners were Josh Bowerman (pin at 112 pounds). Mike McKeown (pin at 119). Ryan Fletke (92 at 125). Pat McKeown Scot grapplers take 2nd in own invitational The Caledonia varsity wrestling team went 4-1 to place second at the Caledo­ nia Invitational team tourna­ ment on Saturday. Zeeland went 5-0 to win the tourney. Rockford II placed third, followed by Portland, Godwin and Ionia. In tho. championship against Zeeland, Scot win­ ners were Brandon Cance (a 17- 2 technical fall), Matt Kilmartin (a 15-6 major de­ cision). Tyler Gamclin (an 18- 5 major decision), Corey Kilmartin (a 19-5 major de­ cision). Ryan Dykhouse (pin) and Jake Klapmust (an 18-2 technical fall). Going 5-0 on the day were Cance, Matt Kilmartin, Gamclin and Klapmust. Go­ ing 4-1 were Corey Kilmar­ tin, Dykhouse and Caleb Zandstra. Richard McCarty went 2-0. Chris Hanna, Jimmy Haisma and James Anderson went 2-1, and Seth Temple went 3-2. Curt VanderHeide went 1-1, and Rory Root went 22. In exhibition matches, Frank D’Amico went 2-0 and Chad Sevensma went 10. Caledonia hosts Unity Christian on Thursday at 6 p.m. The Scots will cele­ brate Senior Night at the match, honoring both those wrestlers and their parents. On Saturday, they’ll wrestle at the Hopkins Invi­ tational beginning at 9 a.m. Wyoming Park 38, TK junior Pat McKeown (top) earned his 1OOth career win against Coopersville last Thursday. (pin at 130), Kyle Fletke (92 at 135), Shawn Reil (8-7 at 145), Pat Jansens (pin at 152), Mark Price (pin at 160), Josh Tobias (pin at 171) and Randy Benedict (pin at 275). Matt Erb (189) and Alec Belson (215) both won by forfeit. Pat McKeown’s win at 130 pounds was the 100th of his career, a milestone made even more impressive by the fact that he reached it in his junior year. TK spikers reach finals at Delton tournament The Middleville-TK var­ sity volleyball team placed second at the Delton Kel­ logg Tournament on Satur­ day, losing in the finals to Hamilton 15-8 and 15-7. TK heads out to Hamilton this week for an O-K Blue re­ match. The Trojans went 6-0 in pool play and beat Vicks­ burg in the semifinals 9-15, 15-12 and 15-12. TK plays at Hamilton on Wednesday and at the Cal­ vin Christian tournament on Saturday. Caledonia’s Tyler Gamelin. TK 2, Belding 1 Middleville improved to Caledonia 37 important as how you win, The Scots went up to especially in avoiding those 2-1 in the O-K Blue with a 2-1 home victory over Beld­ Wyoming last Thursday and six-point pins. nearly turned the tables on “Chris Hanna (130 ing last Thursday night. The 15-10, 10-15, 15-10 the hosts in an inspired ef­ pounds) turned in an out­ fort. standing performance by win gave the young Trojans Winners for Caledonia only losing three points to a (15-10-3 overall) more wins were Brandon Cance (pin at state qualifier,” Maxim said. already this season than they 103 pounds), Matt Kilmartin “Frank D’Amico (171) also had all of last year. TK’s only two seniors, (decision at 112), Tyler turned in an outstanding per­ Ashley Carter and Jocelyn Gamelin (pin at 140), Corey formance by only allowing Price, were instrumental in five points against a regional Kilmartin (major decision at the match. Carter recorded qualifier.” 145), Rory Root (pin at JV winners for Caledonia 10 kills, and Price served an 152), Ryan Dykhouse (pin at were Richard McCarty, impressive six straight aces 160) and Jake Klapmust (pin Chad Sevensma and James against Belding’s best player at 215). in the decisive third game. Anderson. Coach Maxim singled out “You can tell (Carter) is a Root’s win at 152 as a great Caledonia, senior,” TK coach Cindy individual effort, but in Middlebush said. “She’s wrestling, especially in a TK bowlers confident and hitting the ball meet as close as this one, with authority. how you lose is almor* as split matches “In the third game, (Price) The Middleville-TK boys’ team and the Caledo­ nia girls’ team took the head-to-head matchups be­ tween the two schools in Greater Grand Rapids High School Bow ling Conference games on Jan. 21. Stuart Aspinall led the Trojan boys to a 22-8 win with games of 191 and 256. Caledonia's CJ Janboe rolled his best effort for the Scots, starting off his second game with eight strikes in a row and finishing with a 264 to go with a 188 in his first game Ashley Janboe's firstgame 190 for the Caledonia girls was her best game in competition. She bowled a 147 in her second game to lead Caledonia to a 24-6 vic­ tory. TK’s Alicia Harper led all girls with a 346 total on games of 178 and 168 The Trojans gear up for an assist from Rachel Clinton (14). (Photo by Perry Hardin) showed no mercy. Their player kept shanking (the serves), and Jocelyn kept serving right to her.” Setters Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton had 11 and nine assists respectively. Cary Middlebush was 100 percent on her serves and stroked four aces, and spark­ plug Megan Dutcher contin­ ued her comeback from an ankle injury to put down six kills. “(Dutcher) plays with a lot of emotion and fires other kids up,” Coach Mid­ dlebush said. “It was a solid all-around team effort.” Trojans win Silver Division at Caledonia Invite TK rallied to win the con­ solation draw at the tourna­ ment in Caledonia on Jan. 19 In pool play, the Trojans lost to Tri-Unity (15-4. 1511) and Portage Northern (15-9, 15-4) before beating Grand Rapids Creston 15-5 and 15 3. In the Silver Division playoffs, TK avenged a con­ ference loss to Byron Center earlier in the week with a gutsy 9-15, 15-9, 15-13 win, and beat Kalamazoo Chris­ tian 15-8 and 16-14 in the fi­ nals. Top Trojan servers on the day were Rachel Van derMeer (24 points, three aces), Cary Middlebush (20 points, four aces), Melisa Potts (25 points and one ace) and Rachel Clinton (22 points, five aces). Middlebush had 46 digs and Ashley Carter had 41. Potts and Clinton each had 34 assists. Up front, Carter had 26 kills and one solid block, Robinson had 15 kills and eight solid blocks, Dutcher had 12 kills and four solid blocks, and Middlebush had IK kills. Outstanding Athletes lhomapple-Ke«ogg High School (Middleville) VoHeytxjll Caledonia High School Basketball Jousma, a junior forward, hit five three-pointers and scored 20 points to lead the Scots to a 56-49 O-K Gold win over Unity Christian on Jan. 22. Carter, a senior co-captain, helped lead the Trojans to the silver Division championship at the Caledonia Invitational (26 kills) and an O-K Blue win over Belding (10 kills). AlNefes of the Week Presented by: JB HARRISON Insurance Agency. Inc. 6090 Alden Nash SE • Atto • 668-0050 or 800-217-0712 & liturance’c'Jmpany ’ ~~1"' �• Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/January 29, 2002 TK eagers in thick of 0-K Blue race Middlcville-TK’s varsity boys’ basketball team capped off a solid week with a 65-66 conference win over Wyoming Rogers on Friday in Middleville. The win crowded the top of the O-K Blue standings at the halfway mark of the con­ ference season, dropping Rogers into a three-way tie for second with TK and TK’s Zeb Truer (22) tnes to draw some contact against Lakewood. Hamilton at 5-2. Calvin Christian is a game up at 61, and Coopersville lurks a game back at 4-3. The Trojans (9-3 overall) face a golden opportunity to bolster their standing in the Blue over their next three games, at home against Godwin (tonight) and Byron Center (Friday), and at Beld­ ing next Tuesday. Those three teams entered the week a combined 3-18 in the league. Middleville struggled in the first half against Rogers. Sloppy ballhandling and turnovers led to a 32-27 halftime deficit. “They (the Golden Hawks) are a very quick, athletic team and they really had us back on our heels,” said TK coach Kurt Holzhueter. The Trojans recovered at the break and played better in the second half in all fac­ ets of the game, ultimately blowing the Hawks away on the boards 45-24 and clamp­ ing down on defense. A third-quarter steal and breakaway dunk by senior guard Chris Finkbeiner ig­ nited the home crowd, and TK took a 43-40 lead into the fourth quarter and pulled away from there. “We made some pretty good halftime adjustments and our ballhandling im­ proved.” Holzhueter said. “Our defensive work was outstanding, and we did a CM CERTIFIED 6.9% GAVIN 0) id KERMEEN MARTIN RICHARD LEVAY MILLER TERRY NILES TIM GAVIN 97 Chevy Blazer LT OO Chevy Cavalier 4 door. 4x4, leather. CD. 63.000 miles 13201 2 door. 5 speed ar silver. 23,000 miles Ml, 995 $2172O 01 Buick Century 01 Pontiac Aztec V-6 automate ar 43172 Only CD. bucket seats iSOOOmfes 02 CMC KI500 HD Sierra 00 Chevy Blazer LT 4x4 SLE Crew Cab. 4x4 V-« automate CD. 1900 rates •o down buyer to pay tax MW doc plate lees GM Certified to Quakted buyers 6 9V 60 morehs CAVIN’’’:’’” • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac ®® ■ M-37 North of Middleville, Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS Mon & Wed. 8 to 8; Tues. Thurs A Fn. 8 Io 6 SMttol SERVICE HOURS: Mon 8 to 8; Tues. - Fri. 8 to S. CM CERTIFIED 6.9% nice job against their pres­ sure.” Senior forward Brian Yeazel led TK with 19 points and seven rebounds. Sophomore center Brett Knight continued his solid play, scoring 11 of his 13 points in the fourth quarter, including 5 of 6 free throws, and pulling down six re­ bounds for the game. Finkbeiner. junior guard Justin VanSpronsen and sen­ ior center Jeremy Chavis each scored eight points. Finkbeiner overcame a nasty-looking poke in the eye to add six assists and four steals. Tonight’s game against Godwin tips off around 7:30. TK 64, Lakewood 55 TK suffered its worst loss of the season Jan. 18 to league rival Calvin Chris­ tian. but hadn't lost two games in a row all season long. Lakewood had suffered only one loss, period, way back on Dec. 4 to Lowell in the Vikings’ first game. When the two teams met last Tuesday in Middleville, something had to give, and in a close, physical game. Lakewood blinked first. TK scored 20 points in both the second and fourth quarters to outdistance the Vikings 64-55. Lakewood carried the play in the first quarter. Vi­ king center Clint Tobias was all over the floor, grabbing rebounds, forcing turnovers and saving balls from outof-bounds to set an aggres­ sive tone that rattled TK early. Derek Coppess con­ verted a three-point play and Cole Barnett hit a threepointer to give the Vikings a 15-7 lead after one. TK senior forward Brian Yeazel and sophomore cen­ ter Brett Knight each scored five points to bring the Tro­ jans back and tie it up at 1717. Lakewood jumped back on top 23-17, but TK chipped away and finally tied it 10 points later at 2727 on a bucket by senior center Jeremy Chavis just before halftime. TK started quickly in the third and ran off six straight points for a 33-27 lead. Lakewood answered the call and responded with eight of their own, reclaiming the lead at 35-33 on another three from Barnett. It was Lake wood’s last lead of the game and was short-lived, as Yeazel re­ plied with an off-balance three from the top of the key. Junior guard Bobby Roush nailed a three of his own and senior guard Chris Finkbeiner converted two free throws for a 41-35 ad­ vantage. Viking swingman Jeff Elenbaas converted a fourpoint play for the final points of the quarter, pulling Lakewood to within three at 44-41, but the game was steadily decided from the foul line. Lake wood missed five straight from the line in the first four minutes of the fourth quarter as TK slowly Jeremy Chavis (44) drives to the hoop for the Trojans in their win over Lakewood. built a 51-44 lead. Lake­ wood couldn’t hit the shots it needed to recover, and TK hit enough, along with some late free throws for good measure. TK’s Finkbeiner led all scorers with 24 points, in­ cluding 16 in the second half. Yeazel hit two three’s and all five of his free throws on the way to 15 points, and Knight went 5 for 6 from the line and fin­ ished with 10. Scott Secor had 16 points and three assists for Lakcwood. Tobias scored 10 and had six rebounds. Barnett re­ corded six points, six re­ bounds, five assists and five steals. Wayland slips past Lowell/Cal icers The Lowell/Caledonia varsity hockey team lost a tough conference matchup to Wayland on Jan. 19 by a slim margin of 1-0. The Red Arrows were hoping to avenge an earlier season loss to the Wildcats, but had difficulty putting to­ gether any consistent offen­ sive flow the whole night. Wayland scored the game’s only goal at 12:54 of the first period, and both teams had numerous chances to score late in the game, but the score remained 1-0. "Wayland did a nice job pressuring us in our defen­ sive zone and we had trou­ ble breaking the puck out at times," said head coach Paul Jacobus. "The game was dominated by penalties on both sides the whole night which makes it hard for ei­ ther team to establish any consistent offensive flow." Unfortunately for the Red Arrows, senior Chris Ry­ bicki (Caledonia) broke his left arm late in the game and will most likely miss the rest of the season. The Red Ar­ rows' overall record now stands at 3-15-1. Lowell/Caledonia plays 9 p.m. Saturday against West Ottawa at Standard Federal Ice Arena. JV Report On Thursday, January 17, the Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team traveled to the Edge arena in Grand Haven to take on the second-ranked Tier II Grand Haven JV team. In a great game with equal scoring opportunities for both teams. Grand Ha­ ven won 6-4. Scoring for Lowell/Cal was Corey Kelly (assisted by Ted McCoy and Pat McMahon) in the first pe­ riod, Brandon John and Ted McCoy (assisted by Pat McMahon) in the second pe­ riod, and Ted McCoy in the third. On Saturday, January 19, the Lowell/Cal JV Hockey team played against topranked Rockford at Ken­ twood Ice Arena, with Rockford coming out on top 5-3. Lowell/Cal made it excit­ ing in the final minute of play, pulling goalie Brian Maul for the extra attacker and closing to within 4-3, only to have Rockford score an empty-netter with 41 sec­ onds remaining. Ted McCoy and Pat McMahon scored the three goals for Lowell/Cal with assists from Brandon Johns and Corey Kelly? Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News * classified ads �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML January 29. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia eagers visit Kenowa tonight Wyoming Park's varsity boys’ basketball team is ranked third in the state, un­ defeated and leaves little margin for error by its oppo­ nents. When Caledonia visited on Friday, the Scots pro­ vided all the margin the Vi­ kings needed with a twopoint second quarter. The offending period put Cale­ donia in a 31-16 hole at the half and propelled Park to a 69-48 win. Drew Ncitzel led the Vi­ kings with 21 points. Mike Ogle led the Scots with 13 points and Nick Slot added nine. No further details were made available. The Scots (5-5, 4-3 in the O-K Gold) travel to Kenowa Hills tonight and host Cedar Springs on Friday. Caledonia 56, Unity 49 Greg Jousma nailed five three-pointers and finished with 20 points to lead Cale­ donia to the O-K Gold win on Jan. 22. The Scots shot 54 percent from the floor while holding the Crusaders to 35 percent. Travis Slot scored 13 and Nick Slot scored 11. No further details were made available. JV Report The JV squad lost to Unity 57-45. Abe Mulvihill led the Scots with 13 points. Mike Mesecar added nine points and Matt Harp chipped in eight. The JV dropped a close one to the South Christian Sailors 51-44 on Jan. 18. The Scots led throughout the game until around the four minute mark in the fourth quarter, when the Sailors pulled ahead. Ixading the scoring for the Scots was Mike Mesecar with 14 and Zach Larsen with 10. Matt Harp and Zach Larsen each grabbed five boards. For the Sailors. Andrew Hesselink and Kyle Potgeter each netted 13 points. Kickboxing, Bible class slated for Feb. 4 at Lakeside Church Starting February 4, Lakeside Community Church will be offering a most unique opportunity to women with a “Kickboxing and Bible Study” class. Lisa Wymsma, certified martial arts instructor, will teach a class in kickboxing, which will be preceded by a Bible study. “This is a body and soul combination,” says Roger Bultman. senior pastor of the church. “This will pro­ vide women from our com­ munity the opportunity to s enjoy the fun and fitness of kickboxing with the benefit of studying God’s word to­ gether." The class begins Monday, Feb. 4. and continues each Monday evening at 7 p.m. for eight weeks. Women from the community are welcome. The class is lim­ ited to 30. Those interested may register by calling the church at 868-6402. Lakeside Community Church is located at 6201Whitneyville SE, Alto. 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STOP IN AND SEE US TODAY!! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-02-05.pdf 85ed43a05e7e717b9f5313246f85dd90 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 00/00/00 HASTINGS F PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 .1 and New& ** firivMii Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 9 131th year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 6/February 5, 2002 FK board starts search for new superintendent by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Thornapplc Kellogg School Board accepted with regret and thanks for five years of service the resignation of su­ perintendent Midge Pippel. Then they got down to the hard work of finding a new superintendent for the 2800 student district. Following a presentation, the board decided to under­ take a national search with the assistance of the Michi­ gan Association of School Board’s Superintendent Search division. The MASB’s Gene Young told the board that they would receive many fewer applications than eight years ago when they last un­ dertook a national search. “There is a real shortage of applicants at the administra­ tive level, even principal shortages.” Pippel was named in­ terim superintendent two years ago when Jay Cason resigned to take a position in Kentucky. She was named superintendent following a local search. Young told the board that there should be high interest in the opening. He reviewed a time line which would have a new superintendent named before the end of the school year in June. The MASB will begin the TK school bus ‘sting* continues School bus drivers in the Thornapplc Kellogg school district arc still experiencing problems with motorists passing buses on the red flashing lights while picking up and dropping off stu­ dents. "They had two pass again last week," said Trooper Donna Thomas. “They’re keeping a journal.” That’s why troopers say they will continue to execute their “sting” operation to capture the offenders which they fear will otherwise strike a child exiting or boarding a bus. The first ticket issued by troopers to a Hastings woman last fall resulted in the driver being fined $210. The woman had fought the ticket but the citation was upheld by Barry County District Court Magistrate Glenn Staup at an informal hearing Jan. 23. The sting operation in­ volves one trooper riding on the bus to watch for cars dis­ regarding the school bus red or yellow flashing lights. That trooper can then radio information about the car and the license plate number to a second trooper stationed nearby in a patrol car. search with an advertise­ ment of the opening in Edu­ cation News, create a bro­ chure about the district to be sent to applicants, and help the board set the criteria for applicants. The MASB also will hold focus group meetings with staff, community and stu­ dents to find out the quali­ ties of a superintendent peo­ ple would like to see.. The board can decide to read all the applications or have the MASB screen the applications until the top six to 10 can be considered by the board. MASB will check references, assist the board with the entire search proc­ ess and interviews. Board member Scott Kiel wanted to be sure that local applicants would be consid­ ered if they should apply for the position. “We don’t want people to think that only someone from outside could do a good job.” he said. Nancy Goodin said. “We want to find the best candi­ date for the district.” Kim Scllcck said. “We may be looking for a unique individual and from any­ where." Dan Parker, who partici­ pated in the search earlier years earlier, said. "Watch out for recycled superinten­ dents. We want someone who wants to be here for the district not on the way to an other district." Michael Sepcshy told the board that the average length of a superintendent’s career in an urban district is 28 months and in a rural or suburban district five to six years. See Supt. search, pg. 2 Caledonia High Orchestra concert set for Friday Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp and Interlochen students (from left) Lynsey Ander­ son, Julie Wicks, Katie Musick and Elizabeth Martin. Caledonia High School Senior Orchestral students: (back row, from left) Meghan Cochran, Kevin Boen, Glenn Gould (middle row) Genna Walker. Matt Boot. Carissa Douma (front row) Kate Haywood, Kristin Uyl, Melissa Smith and Eliza­ beth Martin. concert Tuesday, March 19, bv Cathv L. Rueter also to be held at the Per­ See orchestra concert, pg. 2 Staff Writer forming Arts Center. The Caledonia High School Orchestra Director Pete DeLille is eager to share some of the group’s recent accom­ plishments and upcoming • Middleville Players’ production to concerts with the commu­ nity. include audience participation The community is invited • Caledonia Twp. planners continue to the orchestra concert at zoning ordinance work 6:30 p.m. Friday. Feb. 11, at the Performing Arts Center. • Hovercraft purchased by Yankee The performance will be Springs Township given by orchestra students • DeLille named Orchestra Teacher of in grades 4-12. Also open to the commu­ the Year nity is the CHS Orchestra s silent auction and benefit In This Issue... Grand Rapids Youth Symphony Orchestra and Classical Orchestra students (back row, from left) Arturo Ziraldo. Bryan Kolk, (middle row) Julie Wicks, Emily Dannison, Katie Musick, (front) Lynsey Anderson, Melanie Glover and Angela Gould. Katie Musick and Melanie Glover are Classical Orchestra: the remaining students are GRYSO �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml February 5. 2002 Caledonia Community Players to have ‘Alibi’ dinner theatre The cast includes (back row, from left) Monique, the maid (Carole FletcherRahn). Detective E.S. Solvedd (Jim Rademaker), Justin, the butler (Paul Brouwers), social butterfly, Ms. Hope Leslie Trite (MaryAnn Heinen), Dr Jacqueline Hyde - a “dotty” chemist (Brenda Vander Ark), (front row) Sir Tanley A. Fraud, an anstocrat (Steve Ellens), the stranger (Diane Lucar-Ellens), (seated) Sister Bella Donna (Amy Hooyer) and (kneeling ) playboy Sandy Lynxe (John Amos). by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Commu­ nity Players have branched out from their usual large stage productions, and on Feb. 8, 9. 15 and 16 the group will present “Alibis,” a dinner theater production at Raffacla’s by Pagano's. Steve Vander Ark directs the presentation, written by Peter Kennedy. The dinner portion of the evening will start at 7 p.m.. with a choice of several dif­ ferent entrees, soup or salad, breads and a selection of desserts. After dinner, ex­ pect other senses to be enter­ tained by the Players with a parody on Agatha Christie. Murder abounds among the cast of oddball charac­ ters during a storm, in a lonely house. Who’s com­ mitting the murders? Who will be next? It’s anybody’s guess in this spirited murder mystery-comedy. Each production is lim­ ited to 80 persons to give a front row seat to everyone. Cost for the evening of en­ tertainment is $25 per per­ son. Showtime for “Alibis” is 8:15 p.m. Raffaclas' by Pagano’s (banquet room) is located at 8256 Broadmoor SE. Cale­ donia. For reservations or more information for the dinner theater production, call K^l-KI 17. Middleville woman studies in D.C. Cl full scAoicc coniampoAaAy salon! Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1093 CONTEMPT) KIOS CUTTING STUDIO NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILDREN Hillary Stone, a Hope College junior from Middleville, is studying in Washington. D.C., through the Washington Honors Semester program for the 2002 spring semester. While attending Hope. Stone has also been named to the dean’s list. Stone is the daughter of Alan and Jamie Bowman of Middleville. She is a 1999 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Justin, the butler (Paul Brouwers) definitely didn't commit the murder here (Standing, from left) John Amos as playboy Sandy Lynxe; Carole Fletcher-Rahn as Monique, the maid; Diane Lucar-Ellens as the stranger and Amy Hooyer as Sister Bella Donna. TK selecting new text books The Thomapple Kellogg School District is selecting a new reading series for the grades four and five reading program at Page Elementary and a French textbook for high school. The reading series, “Scott Forsman Reading 2002,’’ has been selected by the Lan­ guage Arts Curriculum Committee and was ap­ proved by the Curriculum Council Jan. 29. The series “Discovering French - Bleu’’ and “Dis­ covering French - Blanc” has been selected by the high school foreign language department and was approved by the Curriculum Council Jan. 29. If approved by the school board, these texts will be implemented Orchestra concert, from pg. 1 high school orchestra will give a short concert at 7 p.m., with the silent auction to follow (most likely in the Commons). Donations are currently being accepted for auction items. An orchestra parents’ meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 19, to help plan for this event. Proceeds will help to re­ place equipment, provide for teaching clinicians and pos­ sibly replace uniforms. DeLille said he is proud that several of his orchestral students went to Interlochen and Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp this past summer. Also, quite a few students were accepted to the Grand Rapids Youth Symphony Orchestra and Classical Or­ chestra. The students who attended Interlochen this past summer included Lynsey Anderson, Elizabeth Martin and Katie Musick. Each student had to send an audition tape for In­ terlochen, which was hosted by the University of Michi- gan. According to Martin, those in attendance slept, ate and played music. “Everyone there was really talented,” she said. Julie Wicks was the only student from CHS who at­ tended Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp this past summer. She, like other students there, experienced intensive training and orchestral in­ structions. The students who have at­ tained Grand Rapids Youth Symphony Orchestra status include Lynsey Anderson. Emily Dannison, Angela Gould, Bryan Kolk, Julie Wicks and Arturo Ziraldo. Melanie Glover and Katie Musick are with the Classi­ cal Orchestra. GRYSO, di­ rected by John Varineau, as­ sociate director of the Grand Rapids Symphony, is highly selective of the students ac­ cepted. Each student must audi­ tion for a placement. next fall. If approved by the school board, these reading texts will be implemented next fall in the 2002 2003 school year. The reading texts will go to the Board of Education for adoption at the Feb 25 school board meeting. The reading textbixiks will be available for public review from now to Feb 15 al the Thornapple Kellogg School Community Library during regular hours of operation The library is located in the high school at 3885 Bender Road, Middleville TK Band Boosters will meet tonight The Thornapple Kellogg High School Band Boosters will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 5, in the band room. All parents of students in the choir and band arc wel­ come to attend. On the agenda will be the rest of the concession season and up­ coming events. This spring break the band will travel to Disney World in Florida. “This meeting is a good time for parents to ask ques­ tions and give their input,” band parent Debbie Smith said. Superintendent search, from page 1 FIRST 10 CUSTOMERS thru the door on February 9th will receive ■V /U HFC Total Purchase ■ (That Day Only) Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-« p.m.: Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun Noon -5pm __________ 616-891-5868 • 9379 CHERRY VALLEY SZ1 L ES HELP WM W The TK ci.strict is an at­ tractive one because of the quality of the buildings, good MEAP results, positive location near recreational and cultural attractions, and the quality of family life. Young encouraged the board to hold all the search meetings in public. “We have found that this is best,” he said. “It serves the candidates and commu­ nity fairly.” Parker told his colleagues on the board that the district was seeking someone who “expects nothing less than excellence in education." Caledonia Sportsman Club Breakfast Sunday, February 10th 8:30-11:00 a.m. Adults $4.50; Children $2.50 Coldwater Creek Road, just south of 100th Street (616) 891-1168 FOR INFORMATION IX_ _____ -_ 8 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml "February 5. 2002 Page 3 Teen tragedies bring two schools together by Shelly Suber . Staff Writer As Thornapple Kellogg School District friends and family of 2001 graduate Travis Wenger tried to cope with their grief Saturday (Jan. 26) after his funeral, the neighboring Wayland school district was thrust into the same pall when sen­ ior John Rough Jr., 18. was killed in a collision with a farm combine at about 5 p.m. Tragedy struck a third time within one week on Tuesday (Jan. 29) when 15year-old Chad Garrett of Wayland, a sophomore who had painted a white cross in memory of Rough the night before, was found dead on a friend s couch in a Yankee Springs Township home. Police are not releasing the boy’s name, pending the results of an autopsy and toxicology tests. “A friend of his told me this kid was out...last (Mon­ day) night,” said Trooper Dale Lynema of the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. “His friends dropped him off at the home of another friend around 10 or 10:30 p.m. and when the friends came over to visit at 9 a.m.. he was unrespon­ sive.” The friends attempted emergency life saving tech­ niques to no avail because. “It was already too late.” Lynema said. Authorities are investigat­ ing whether the cause of death was accidental, natu­ ral. intentional or suicide. "We just don’t know.” said Lynema. who indicated the victim had a pre-existing health condition. Meanwile, a Wayland woman who was seriously injured in the Saturday crash which killed John Rough IV has been released from the hospital. Troopers from the Wayland post of the Michigan State Police said Rough was traveling west on Hayes Road near Second Street in Allegan County near the Barry County border when the car he was driving struck 'Looping’ academic program launched at Lee Elementary by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lee Elementary teachers have launched an experi­ mental “looping program" for second- and third-graders during this academic year. In looping, students stay with the same teacher from grade to grade. This year two classes of third-graders were taught by the same teachers they had in second Special grade. Three classes began helping students learn more the first year of the loop in in depth, not jump ahead to second grade and will stay fourth grade. It also helped with their teacher for third teachers avoid problems. "You know from the minute grade next school year. Lee Principal Gerry Muel­ students enter the classroom who is going to have a bad ler gave the members of the day and you can help stu­ Thornapple Kellogg Board dents have a better day than of Education an overview of they expect.” the program. He then let the TK Board of Education teachers discuss the positive member Scott Kiel asked and negative aspects of the why classes weren’t kept to­ program. He also shared re­ gether from grade to grade. sults from a survey of par­ ^Wouldn’t this give students a sense of security," he ents and students. Teacher Deb Jensen dis­ asked. Mueller told the board cussed the ease in which the that it was his responsibility new year started in August. to make sure that classes "Everyone knew what to were equally diverse from do and we were already teacher to teacher, with eq­ learning in an hour," she uitable numbers of boys and said. girls, students of differeing "Learning what students abilities and needs. "Some­ have to know in third grade times this changes from year was hard for me.” she said. to year, he told the board. The staff at Lee will con­ “Now that I now where they need to end up it will be eas­ tinue to evaluate the pro­ gram. Students are put into ier for me to prepare my the looping program with next looping classroom for the consent of parents. Next what they need to know." year there will be three sec­ The three second grade ond grades starting the pro­ teachers also talked about gram and thrrec third grades beginning the program and completing their second what they were excited year. about. Stephanie Wood said, "I will get to know these stu­ dents and their parents really Family Fun Night well and they will know what to expect from me." set at local church The teachers discussed On Friday, Feb 15, at some of the problems of in­ Christian tegrating new students into Middleville their class and how they will Reformed Church on Main try to make this transition Street, there will be a family happen earlier in the year. fun night. All ages are wel­ They assured the board come. that the additional time they All the family fun will gained through looping was stan at 7 p.m. Valentine’s Day Special' FuUSel$23 W • , . P Plus Free Airbrush uitb Full Set* , TANNING Single Visits3-00 Filling $1-1 • Manicure $10 Pedicure $20 Fool Spa IV Gel $30 Stop in todayfor buge sayings coupons at both locations* 9944 Cherry Valley Ave. Caledonia (616)891-1551 136 E Slate Street Hastings (616) 948-2970 Hours in Caledonu M-F 10-7. Sat 9 30-5, dosed Sun Hours in Hastings M-F 10-6. Sat 930-5. dosed Sun WALK INS WELCOME a farm combine tractor from behind and then struck the woman’s oncoming van in the other lane. Rough, the grandson of former Yankee Springs Township Supervisor John Rough and Gun Lake area community activist Linda Rough, was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman. Sherri Lee Miklusicak. 35. of Wayland, was taken to Spectrum Hos­ pital in Grand Rapids, where she was initially listed in fair condition with facial inju­ ries. She was released Mon­ day. The driver of the farm combine. Mark Allen Schafer. 42, of Hopkins, was treated at Spectrum Hospital and later released. After colliding with the van. Rough’s car finally came to rest on its topside. The combine was over­ turned and Schafer was ejected from the vehicle. “We re still waiting for autopsy results to find out if any alcohol or drugs were involved." said Lt. Dale Peet, commander of the Wayland Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. “We’re still not sure if speed was a factor and there was also the fact that he was driving into the sun. So. we’re waiting to see if anything affected his MILLER MEANS... Middleville Office 317 Arlington, M-37 (616) 795-3305 ability to operate." Wayland High School has offered extra counselors to students who need helping coping with Rough’s death w hich came four days after a Middleville teen was killed when his car struck a bridge abutment on Stimpson Road and overturned into Duncan Creek where he remained for some time before his body was recovered by his father. Phillip Wenger, and Deputy Kevin Erb. Wenger. 19. was on the football team at Thornapple Kellogg High School for four years, graduating in 2001. He was a student at Grand Rapids Community College, studying landscape design Both school districts not only activated their crisis re­ sponse teams, but offered their own counselors to each She's Back! Contempo Salon is pleased to welcome Kimmy back to our staff. Call & make your appointment today! I p * * ' Contempo Salon Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1095 MS REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonhurg CRS, Assoc Broker & Sales Manager ....................... 795-7272 Debbie Eru ay Karen Brown Craig Stolsonhurg other, said Thornapple Kel­ logg High School Principal Ellen Zack. "We re neighboring dis­ tricts and we try to help each other.” said Zack. "We each offered each other’s coun­ seling staff. H' (Wayland High School Principal Jack Deming) did it for me last week and we did it tor him this w eek.” Her school also put aside their long-standing athletic rivalries and sent Bowers to Wayland High School trom the Thomapple Kellogg stu­ dents and staff. "Wc know it’s a difficult time." said Zack “A lot ot our students know their stu­ dents and theirs know ours, so we share in their grief.” All three incidents are still under investigation — Editor David T. 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MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE. . jveiy wooded comer lot on a paved street ready for your dream home 1 34 acres will ^ve you plenty of room Underground propane ano underground electric make this very attractive Io build on. Can Karen $34,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml.February 5, 2002 Local business launches academic recognition program Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts of Middleville, beginning with'the marking period that has just been completed, will students in fourth through 12th grades. For every "A" that stu­ dents receive on their report cards they will be able to enter a drawing for gift cer­ tificates to restaurants, the movies, music and toy stores and other fun places. Students need to bring their report card to Thornapple Financial Center in order to enter. Normally, the drawing will be open for two weeks following report card deliv­ ery. but for this first time, the) will be extending that deadline to Feb.28. A name offer an “A is for Excellence" program. The academic excellence recognition program is open to all Thornapple Kellogg NOWOPENII! 795*0053 inW 4611 North M-37 Hwy. < NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF (below the Middle Villa Inn) Come in and ite ui at our new location. 'M Wil m >32 >2303? MON. BY APPT. TUBS., WED THORS 9-7; FBI *5; SAT BY APPT LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A firing Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9.30 a m .10:45 a.m 6 00 p in Family Nigh' 6 30 p in 7240 6Hth Struct, SE - Caledonia 2 miles cast ot M-37 Pastor. Dr Hnan /• Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rew Dave LeBlanc, Pastor C 0 M M U I I I T C I Meeting at the Crmi Creek Charter Academy Rev Mu lutel Stowell, lead Pastor Jar Optic. Warship Leader Dcmiv Bouma. Youth Pastor Chun h Office 61^891-0287 Visit our web site www prighfsicJe cxg X" 9 30 "X r A.M Worship; 11 00 AM Chr. Ed.; 6:00 PM Wed. A Member of the Evangelical k Family . Covenant Churches of America \Sight^/ 1 Redeemer Jk Covenant Church 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 (northtvesl of Gun latke) Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m. 792-2889 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH ”4 *ith a < arutg heart far our omuuuutfs WHwWwid" Sunday Wiwxhtp 9 M) a m and 600 p m (Child A Adult i (During the Schod Year ) Jte». It. Scott llrecitwen. Pastor Keith Sluty. loath thrcaor Al r«wyrr. ('oauauiufy Catliug Church Office (6I6.H9I -1512 M-37 at ItMWi Si CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 25t \ inc Street (M ?’ to Eounoos to \ uh Wtwshtp Service "We are changed by God "s love!” Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main street (Missouri Synod) Worship . 9 30 a.m. Sunday School 1100am Adult Bible Class 1100am Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p m 9255 84th Street Alto Ml 49302 One utile east of Whiineywlle Rd Rev P A4anrs Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH irSJOWeu <CWl Rauh Wj.Lmd Ml 49 US • 7">S 7WJ K V) a m and 11 HO a m Owrvhai IKlOtwiyt Sunday School *) 45 a tn (Nursery and Child Can: availahk (hruurtvwM the iwmmgi Rev Nucnun Kohav (6l0»S9i 8lo7 Church Office 616'K9l 8669/ Fax 891 864S www cakxkxuau iik org H (non-tradrtional. informal) Sunday Morning WorvNp 10.30 a m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. R [ 0 a place to belong a place to become Pastor Paul M. Hillman SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH are encouraged to stop by the office at 111 S. Broadway. Middleville, or call with any questions at 795-3387 or 1-800-7953287. Money Concepts Finan­ cial Planning Centers are associated with Money Concepts International and Money Concepts Capital Corp., a broker dealer and member of the NASD and SIPC. Together they pros ide insurance, investment, and financial planning services to thousands of families worldwide. 7121 Fairway Drive. Palm Beach Gardens. Fla . 33418-3764. phone. (561) 472-2000. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas <>. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday Sctxxil 9:45 a in Sunday Morning WinJiip Service ,11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p in Wednesday Mid-WVrk Prayer................... 6:45 p in Word uf Life Clubs . .. 6:45 p.m Lakeside Community Church \ Place for Eamih A F riends 6201 Whitneyville Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship ° M) • m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office: 8M-839I www lakcsidvcommunity org Leighton Church Coirmmnify of Christ Phone 891-9259 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. w ill be draw n for each of the three schools. Page Elementary, the middle school and the high school. The winners will be announced with recognition and prizes given. In addi­ tion. all other entries will be eligible for an annual prize of one S100 U.S. Savings Bond. "This is just a small way to let the students in our community know that we are proud of them in their endeavors of academic excellence." said Cheryl Mosey, a spokeswoman. Students and their parents Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship H 30a.ni 11 a in Sunday School lor All Ages . 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service .630 p in Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) Wednesday 6:30 p in Prayer Meeting • WYxincxLiy 6 30 p m Youth Fellowship • Sunday 6 00 p in RAY TOIXSESD. VORMAV KXORR AwMUteTBtnr 89I-HO2H • email leighton©iserv net Worsi^iHuan Mtlljmwi iO VJa-m 9 45am Church School. Sunday l*raisc Singing 10 50 a in Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship 7 K)pm Pastor IJoyd DcVonncr Sr Chnn h Ph 868 6810 • Pastor \ Ph 897 7407 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m 6:00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 TEIje TEimc jftlctljolnst CljurcI) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Co/Ate Ce/e6uzfc. C// ^CHURCH M-37 between Middleville &. Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional II a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bibie Study Nursery & chikiren s activities during all services. Programs fur all ages. For more infurmaiion i616) 891-8119 or www pcaccuhuryh cc CammuuOy Cumput fai Srunct THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC 11 Preaching the Lil ing Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday .Morning VUorship 10 00 a m. (Jr. Church 8c. Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: COMMUNITY CHURCM ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St . near WhttneyvHle Ave Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Tim«» 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer __ I |Q ■ XC (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) L ■----- « 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion W90ne$4ay 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huitwick + St. Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) &4th and Kraft -- Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service SiOOAM 9:30 AM 1100 AM Sundag School 9:30 AM Ail Services have a Nurser; available Barrier Free www iserv net/~stpaui Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor Pawd Ziehr Office ^91-868^ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momrg Wonr<> MddtevBe Momrg wmp Sirrtor School (Jr rtcgi 4 AdUfj) Nunery • Grode 5 Sr rtqh -Sir Evenr-g Jr Hgh - Grades 68 Wed Evenng 930 am 1100 am 9 45 am. I!00am '*.00800pm 600-7 30 pm Ret Lee '/.ac Oman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WHITNEYVILLE bible church 8546 fr - eywe Ave at 84*n $t • 891-866: “The Church where everybodv '» somebody. . and Jesui iJ D>rd ” Meeting at Caledonia High School Siraay School 930 am xnat^ Momrg Abnhp 1030 Gm Meemg at cropet on M-dneyvae Ave £ reung //orsx: 6 00 p m Wea MiOweev Prayer 4 Bt>e Study 7 00 pm. Bev Serna Sun, Posor • 3ev «or Banor. Ajsoc Pater Wtete wnmeyviteooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 5. 2002/Page 5 DeLille named Orchestra Teacher of Year by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer LaBin-Rodriguez wed Historic Bay Pointe Restaurant on Gun luikc was the setting for the Dec. 29th wedding uniting Abigail LaBin and Juan J. Rodrigue/.. The ceremony was performed by Chaplain Jim Hill, DSN (ret.) Abby was attended by maid of honor, Ruth Caton, her friend and cousin, and Jackelyn Rodrigue/., her new step-daughter. J J’s best man was Jon Rodrigue/., and groomsman was Jacob Michael Evans Painting &’ Wall Covering J n tcrior/Ex terior Over 10 years OF QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP Rodrigue/ The boys are J J’s twin sons. The sword detail was provided by the Marines of RSS Grand Rapids. The restaurant was warm­ ly decorated for the holidays which provided a lovely set­ ting for the buffet dinner reception that followed the ceremony. Abby is the daughter of Bob and Diane LaBin of Middleville, and the grand­ daughter of Shirley and the late Edwin Wietnik of Hastings, and Evelyn and the late Clarence LaBin of Middleville. JJ is the son of Miriam Ferguson of San Diego and the late Leona! Rodriguez of Pajapita, Guatemala. The couple resides in Minneapolis, Minn, where JJ is the Public Affairs Representative for the Marine Recruits Station, in Minneapolis, and Abby is head security officer at the Federal Court Building. They plan a May honey­ moon in Brazil. Call 795-3133 DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR TAXES? C&K Business Services, LLC CPA Give us a call. We can help you take advantage of the new tax laws. Phom : 616-S91-5784 Email: kjohnson ^ ckbussen com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 Caledonia High School Orchestra Director Pete De Lille has been named Or­ chestra Teacher of the Year by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation DeLille had been nomi­ nated for the honor from District #10 earlier in the academic year. “It’s a process of about a year," said DeLille. “There are 16 different districts with nominations. A com­ mittee from Ann Arbor nar­ rows the nominations to three." The three semi-finalists then had to submit an exten­ sive biography, plus picture for review . DeLille’s appointment was announced in the Michigan School Band & Orchestra Journal and at the Midwest Conference on School Music in January. DeLille and his wife of 21 years. Amy, live in Mid­ dleville. They are the par­ ents of Jason. 20, a sopho­ more at Michigan State Uni­ versity; Lindsey, 18, a sen­ ior at Thornapplc Kellogg High School, and Kara, 13, a TK Middle School eighth­ grader. DcLille’s hobbies include reading, running, tennis, fishing and of course, music. He is modest about his ac­ complishments. generally referring instead to the achievements of his stu­ dents. “In 1999 they performed Homeschoolers to present‘Sound of Music’ March 1-2 Homeschool Performing Arts will present “The Sound of Music” Friday and Saturday, March I and 2, at the South Christian High School auditorium. Under the direction of Brad Gamaat and Jeanne Noorman, this musical pro­ duction features 50 cast members, ages 7 to 18, along with 25 members of the West Michigan Home School Orchestra, conducted by Jim and Leia Willis. These homeschooled students rep­ resent 21 communities from all over western Michigan, including Alto. Caledonia, and Middleville. Show times are Friday, March I. and Saturday. March 2. at 7 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Performances will be at the South Christian High School Auditorium. 160-68th St S.W. Grand Rapids. All seats are reserved at a cost of $4 for adults and S3 for stu­ dents and children Tickets can be ordered by calling the Homeschooling Building at (616) 532-9422 or ticket order forms are available online at w w w homeschoolbuilding.o For more infocmaikm, call Jeanne Noorman at (616) 531-7459 in England at the 27th an­ nual Youth International Arts Festival in Harrogate. England. They also per­ formed (in 2001) in Virginia at the Music in the Parks competition sponsored by Busch Gardens." he says proudly. “They were awarded the Most Outstand­ ing Orchestra in their classi­ fication and the Most Out­ standing Overall Orchestra." Whether he prefers to talk of his students’ achieve­ ments or his own. it is safe to say that the students of Caledonia High School Or­ chestra have benefited through the direction, enthu­ siasm and dedication given to them. Caledonia High School orchestra teacher Pete DeLille, who has been named Orchestra Teacher of the Year for 2002 by the Michigan Band and Orchestra As­ sociation. (Photo courtesy of Ruth Zachary) Traveling drama troupe to visit Green Lake church The Bethel College Genesians, a traveling drama troupe from Mishawaka. Ind., will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, Green Lake Calvary Church (608 145th Ave., aka Kalamazoo Ave.), Caledonia. The feature presentation of the troupe is “The Re­ hearsal. a 35-minute drama that deals with a troupe re­ hearsing a play based on the life of Charles T. Studd, missionary to China, India and Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centu­ ries. The sacrifices Studd made has an impact on the actors themselves, especially Andy Gilbert, who wants stability and security and disagrees with living life on the edge as the missionary did. The Genesians also will perform The Lion's Den Was Never Like This,” a hu­ morous retelling of the Dan­ iel story, which features the bewildered Jack, who has to play the King, a girl who has to play Daniel, two bad men who talk gibberish and three hungry lions. Members of the troupe are Travis Bone, Candace Carlson, Andy Gilbert, Jere­ miah Hawn, Deborah He+zel. Jennie Lillie (a 2(X)1 Caledonia High School Feb. 9 & 10 graduate). Jeff Price. Jeff Salisbury, Abby Thomas and Sam White. The Genesians arc led by Earl Reimer, director of theater at Bethel, and have performed almost 1.000 times in the United State and Canada since the troupe was formed in 1965. • 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Thornapplc Kellogg School* 3811 Ethel Drive, off Barnum east of State R<1. New walk-out ranch. $175,000 Crownpoint Home Blunders, LLC 616-897 1383 Fax: 616 795 2141 c mail:jz«m»«rlc(r?> i»er v.nct What’s Coming to Town? Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Ml 49058 Construction plans are currently underway for Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village in Hastings, (just off of East State Street). The planned project will be a multi-phase retirement community offering: • Assisted Living and Memory Care for Seniors Opening Spring 2002 Please cal! us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Luna Managed �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Februaiy 5. 2002 Preventing teen suicide (NAPS)—Talking with teens about mental health and depression may actually help save their lives Every year, 5,000 young people between the ages of 15'and 24 commit suicide Suicide is the third leading cause of death for the age group and the sixth leading cause of death for 5- to 14year-olds In fact, in 1999, 20 percent of American high school students reported hav­ ing attempted or having seri­ ously considered suicide To help end this alarming trend, the National Mental Health Awareness Camp­ aign (NMHAC) created its Signs for Life program. The suicide prevention initiative is designed exclusively for teens, young adults and their parents and seeks to destigmatize mental illness and therapeutic counseling. The program encourages ^Pointers For Parents Recognizing the warning parents to talk to their chil­ dren about mental health and suicide and to recognize and reach out to teens who appear to be depressed. The NMHAC says teens contemplating suicide tend to exhibit signs Parents who pick up on these signs can often prevent tragedy from happening Signs include • Change in eating habits and sleep patterns Falling grades Anxiety or panic Lack of interest in activities they generally enjoy • Reduced interaction with friends • Suddenly giving a way­ personal possessions • Increase in alcohol or drug consumption U.S Surgeon General David Satcher recently com­ mented that approaching suicide as a “preventable problem" can help parents save lives. The Signs for Life program seeks to do just that. For more information on teen suicide, visit www.nos tigma.org or call 1-877-4950009 35 years experience COUNTRY TOWN IjLORfiL & GIFTS A complete floral service Delivery Service Unique Gifts Major Wire Services Fresh Flowers Funerals, Silks, Planters, Gifts & Balloons, Fruit Baskets Call 891-8646 • Fax 891 0667 Major credit cards accepted - Owners Bill & Fran Lanford ~ Ruth N. 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Tuesday and Thursday 5 30 (TFN) Lynn Denton Local insurance agent named ‘Superstar’ Lynn Denton has received the Future Superstar award tor 2001. representing Farm Bureau Insurance in Allegan, Barry and Calhoun counties. Denton has offices in Middleville and Nashville and serves the surrounding area with insurance products and customer service. As a multiline office. Denton is able to assist clients with all their insur­ ance needs, including auto, home. farm, business, life, annuity and a variety of spe­ cialty products. Happy 75‘" Birthday A BIRTHDAY OPEN HOUSE to help EVELYN elebrate her 75TH BIRTHDAY is being held SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10*. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville ■ We would like to invite all friends of Evelyn to join us for refreshments between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the LINCOLN MEADOW’S APARTMENT COMMUNITY ROOM. (500 Lincoln St., Middleville) "<5> 'Sweet "Dea (Jour Sweetheart t ri'ce 1 G'e£l‘J '^4 . Cottage LT: IV. \ O Everyday Low Prices 10 MODELS TO VIEW New Section thru 2/28/02 Many Other Incentives Available For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 6 Months 30-35% OFF All Wallpaper Orders 1/2 Rent! Mu Uef# 227 E. Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 616-891-9171 Hours Mon.-Fri 7-6, Sat 8-1 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MlFebruary 5. 2002/Page 7 Middleville woman moves from eatery to catering The distinctive entrance remains to the catering facility which can seat up to 250 Sharon Haney welcomes guests to the new Annalaine's by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sharon Haney, former owner of the Thornapple Kitchen restaurant in Mid­ dleville, has wanted to focus on catering for years. She had combined some catering with the restaurant until it became too successful. The sale of the restaurant last year freed her to explore other possibilities including finding a location for a cater­ ing business. First she had hoped to find a commercial location in the Middleville area, but a former business in Alto on Alden Nash just north of 84th Street has be­ come the new “Annalaine’s.” Haney named the new fa­ cility after her mother and grandmother and is pleased with the response she has al­ ready had from local resi­ dents. “We already have some reservations for June.” she says. She thinks the facility will be a perfect place for wed- Hulls earns PHR designation To become certified, an Kelly Hull, human re­ sources specialist at applicant must pass a com­ Mctaldync in Middleville, prehensive examination and recently earned certification demonstrate a strong back­ as a Professional in Human ground of professional hu­ man resource experience. Resources (PHR). HRCI is the credentialing I he certification, awarded by the Human Resource body for human resource Certification Institute professionals and is affili­ ated with the Society for (HRC1) signifies that Hull has the theoretical knowl­ edge and practical experi­ ence in human resources management necessary to pass a rigorous examination demonstrating a mastery of the body of knowledge in The Thornapple Kellogg the field. "Certification as a human Parent Teacher organization resource professional clearly will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tues­ demonstrates a commitment day. Feb. 12. al 1:30 p.m. in to personal excellence and Ihe cafeteria at Page Ele­ to the human resource pro­ mentary School. Approval of the elemen­ fession," said Helen Drinan, president and CEO of Ihe tary school budgets is on the Society for Human Resource agenda, as is final prepara­ Management. HRC! awards tions for Staff Appreciation two levels of certification. Day Feb. 21. Those parents Professional in Human Re­ who have volunteered to sources and Senior Profes­ contribute homemade good­ sional in Human Resources. ies to one of Ihe luncheons Human Resource Manage­ ment. the world’s largest or­ ganization dedicated exclu­ sively to the human resource profession. The institute's purpose is to promote the es­ tablishment of professional standards and to recognize professionals who meet them. TK PTO to meet Feb. 12 at Page will be contacted by PTO members. The middle school PTO members also will discuss their fund-raiser which be­ gins on Friday. Feb. 15. At the middle school, the fund­ raiser tries to pick up at least $7.(XX) for field trips and programs for students. Membership in the PTO is open to all parents with stu­ dents in grades K-12. ding receptions, retirement parties, graduation open houses and even meetings. To introduce Annalaine's to the public, Haney is host- TK School Lunch Menu ing an open house on Satur­ day. Feb. 9. from 2 to 6 p.m. “1 want them to sec what we have to offer. We can seat 250 comfortably or divide into two rooms of 100 and 125.” “I want to respond to the needs of the public. I am open to providing ethnic dishes or favorite dishes and of course I will have some suggestions for those with questions.” she says. Haney is looking forward to working with her mother on the new business and says her husband Don and her children for supporting her in her new endeavor. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks w/sausage patty or grilled chicken on a bun. potato rounds, juice, milk Thursday, Feb. 7 Chicken gravy over egg noodles or ham and cheese hot pocket, com, fruity jello, milk. Friday, Feb. 8 Pizza or fish sticks, mixed veggies, fresh banana, milk. Monday, Feb. 11 Footlong dog on bun or breaded chicken on bun. cel­ ery sticks w/p/butter, pineap­ ple. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Two soft shelled tacos w/lettuce and cheese or hamburg on a bun, French fries, blueberry cobbler, milk. LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. With Winning Points you can eat what everyone else is eating So you can stay satisfied, stick with the plan, and reach your goals Join now and get * Today s Special," our new guide to satisfying meal and snack ■free! sarah duchess of york at weight goal since 1997 COinnino Points JFoj$20! CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE Caledonia Community Resource Center Middle Villa Inn 330 Johnson Wednesday—5 30 p.m. 4611 N M-37 Hwy Thursday € 30 p m -800-651 -6000 Ask about The At Work Program*’ realfood.real life.real results. �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml February 5. 2002 Former Freeport Village President Blough dies by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When Charles Hubert Blough, 77, died on Jan. 25 following a long illness, many of his friends remem­ bered the quality of his char­ acter, his love of family and his passion for golf. Blough was remembered at his funeral service Tues­ day, Jan. 29, by Pastor Brad Kalaijinen, who reported that he met him for the first time on either Dec. 31, 1980, or Jan. 1, 1981, when Kalaijinen drove up in his Plymouth Duster and UHaul, ready to serve as pas­ tor of the Freeport United Methodist Church. “Charlie and his wife, Gwen, welcomed this new pastor and made us feel comfortable and wanted. It was clear Charlie loved this church and everyone who lived in Freeport,” Kalaiji­ nen said. Charlie Blough Blough was the co-owner of the Freeport Ace Hard­ ware store for more than 40 years and even worked in the store following his re­ tirement. He served as village president of Freeport for 18 years and served on the Freeport Village Council as well. He was a fixture in the Freeport community. Lately he had been devoting most of his time to his wife, who is seriously ill. His appreciation of golf was well known. At his fu­ neral it was noted that he would have loved to have played during the pleasant weekend just past. Blough cared deeply for the individuals and organi­ zations of the Freeport area. He was a member of the Freeport Businessmen’s As­ sociation and helped pro­ mote Homecoming Days. He enjoyed seeing the return of the community day with the Freeport Fun Day the past two years. Memorial contributions can be sent in Blough’s name to the Freeport His­ torical Society, Post Office box 127, Freeport. 49325. Caledonia ^outhe COLD teen dies shoulder? in accident Is your broker giving At Edward Jones, the level of service you receive depends on your personal needs and preferences, not on the size of your investment portfolio. If you'd like to experience exceptional personal service, consider Edward Jones. We offer solutions for all your financial needs. Get to know us. Call today to schedule an appointment. Drew McFadden, An 18-ycar-old Caledonia High School senior died Fri­ day morning in a traffic ac­ cident on Whitneyville Road in Kent County. Authorities said Daniel Tobin lost control of his car on the overpass on Whitney­ ville near 48th Street Friday morning. His car then col­ lided with an oncoming pickup truck driven by Alan Chichester. 48, of Cascade —Township. Tobin was dead on arrival at Spectrum Hos­ pital’s Butterworth campus. Chichester suffered minor injuries. Tobin lived with his fa­ ther and stepmother in Alto. He worked at the Cinema Showcase theaters, from where he was traveling on a day off from school because of the weather. Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Suite E, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Bus. 616-691-1173 .. Toll-free 866-891-1173 LdwardJOneS Call 945-9554 for classified ads CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5S/KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Caledonia Community Schools will be taking registrations for Fall 2002 Kindergarten and Young 5's dosses. If your child is new to the district and will be five years old on or before December 1, 2002, please contact Michele at the Caledonia Community Schools Administration Office at 891-8185 for a registration packet. If you currently have children in the district, please contact the elementary building secretary where your children attend for the reg­ istration packet. Lewis Washington BIG PINE KEY. FL Lewis Washbum. 92, of Big Pine Key. FL and formerly of Gun Lake. MI. died Thursday. Jan. 10, 2002 in Naples. FL after a short ill­ ness. He was bom on Jan. 25, 1909 to Eva and Percy Washbum in Hopkins, MI. Lewis lived most of his life at Gun Lake and com­ muted to the Upjohn Company for 32 years where he worked as the manufacturing head of Soft Capsules. He retired in 1969 to big Pine Key. FL where he enjoyed life with his wife of7l years, Lucille. Lewis is also survived by his three children. Shirley (Jay) Kulp of Naples. FL and Kalamazoo. Ml. Betty Spore of Hastings, MI and Richard (Priscilla) Wash­ burn of Naples. FL and Portage. ML seven grand­ children. Mark Smith. Brian Smith. Bonnie Cantrell, Katy Hayward. Debbie Lupina, Scott Washbum and Robert J. Starr (Joe) MIDDLEVILLE - Mr Robert J. Starr (Joe), age 71, of Middleville, formerly of Jackson, passed away Thursday. Jan. 31, 2002. He was a longtime em­ ployee of L.H. Fields in Jackson, MI and Herpolsheimers in Grand Rapids. He was active in local the­ ater and an avid outdoors­ man. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Starr; his daughters, Kim­ Amy Novak; 13 great chil­ dren; and two great-greatgrandchildren. Lew is is remembered as a great water skier on Gun Lake and a kind and loving husband, father and fnend. A small family service was held in Naples Memorials can be made to Hospice of Naples. The Morrings Presbyterian Church, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Beachwood Society. ---- berly Starr. Lori Van Valin; his son-in-law. Bob Van Valin; his grandsons. Christ­ opher and Jason Van Valin; his sister. Jane Hurley. He is survived by his wife. Theresa (Teri); his children. Hope Shifferd. Ken (Candy) Starr. Kevin Starr. Becky Samson and fianed Jim Miller; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; his sister. Patricia (John) Benigas; numerous other relatives. Funeral and committal services for Joe were held Monday at Matthysse-Kui­ per-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 E. Mam Street. Caledonia Interment Coman Cemetery. Yankee Springs The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Van Andel Research Institute for cancer research. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper De­ Graaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Mae E. Vamos MIDDLEVILLE - Mae E. Vamos, age 83, formerly of Middleville passed away Sunday. Jan. 27, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent; her daughter, Rebecca McPeet; and granddaughters, Kristine and Patricia Gercak. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Louise and Frank Gercak; grandchildren, Paul Vamos, Cynthia and Glenn Harvey, Susan and Andrew Diengeleuski, Frank Gercak Jr.; 13 great-grandchildren; her twin brother and sisterin-law, Luey and Laura Barringer; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Mabelle Baker, Viola and Ray Herroon; her sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Mary Bell, Jean Berringer, Raymond Jack Fountain; several nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial was offered Wednesday al Holy Family Catholic Church. 9669 Kraft SE with Rev Fr. Michael Danner celebrant. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Thomapple Manor. Arrangements were made by Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. He is survived by his par­ ents, David and Mary Tobin of Alto, Billie Lyons and Robert Super of Grand Ledge; his brothers and sis­ ters, William Lyons, Bernie Tobin, Sarah Kidwell, Jesse Kidwell, Alyssa Super, Alex Super; his grandparents, Edward Tobin of Walker and Jean Lyons of Grand Rapids; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Danny reposes at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraff Funeral Home (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo, SE, Kentwood where funeral services were held Monday. Feb. 4. 2(X)2. Rev. Andy Atwood officiated. The family suggests dona­ tions to the Gift of Life. Arrangements were made by Matthyssc-KuiperDeGraff Funeral Home. Daniel Tobin ALTO - Daniel Tobin, age 18 of Alto, passed away of accidental injuries Friday, Feb. 1,2002. Dan was a spiritual soul trying to find his place in the world. He loved animals and as a result was a dedicated vege­ tarian. 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MI Fetxuary 5. 2002 Middleville Players’ production to include audience participation The audience cast is in it for the laughs and the chance to interact with play goers ways a little different and you never know how the audience will respond.” Learning lines is just as hard for the audience cast. They just have fewer to learn, but they also have stage business to put across The stage cast of the “The and prepare the audience for the shenanigans of the Mar­ their lines down pat quis Crossing Ladies Soci­ first. The menu includes ety. some down-home recipes This year the dinner with just right for a women’s club interaction from the audi­ dinner, including Beryl’s ence cast will take place Bodacious Chicken, Midge’s Marvelous Meat­ RELAX. 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John Bre­ mer. who plays Maxwell has been perfecting his character and learning to use his shoe phone. Rhonda Fisk (as Rubby) jokes that being part of the audience cast is “more fun" than the stage cast. “It is al­ s249 .»»»„ - s299 Premier Travel & Cruise H Carnival. * ♦ ♦ Thornapple Kellogg High School Senior Parents are Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the ivay to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Attempt at Murder” arc still available for a special Val­ entine’s performance on Thursday. Feb. 14. Some tickets still remain for the Friday shows Feb. 15 and Feb. 22. The price is $22.50 per person for dinner and the show. Reservations are rec­ ommended. Reservations should be paid for in ad­ vance with a credit card by calling the Middle Villa at 795-3640. Guests are invited to arrive at 6 p.m. for the pre-show activities. Directing the show is al­ most as much fun as watch­ ing it, says Cravcro. There are as many laughs in re­ hearsal, especially checking out the costumes. TK Senior Parents continue to have fund-raising drives ♦ ♦ Marquis Ladies Society’s first attempt at Murder" have NITE .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! > /J ♦ now selling subs from Phil’s at $3 each, and anyone inter­ ested in ordering should contact any senior parent. All members of the group received order forms in their newsletter this week. They are also selling World’s Fin­ est Chocolate bars for $1. Any senior parent interested in picking up a case of candy bars should call Lisa Sinclair at 945-4622. Any­ one else who wants to pur­ chase candy bars should contact any senior parent. 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Mi 49333 (41 A) Ifl ltOI 616-791-3101 Fax (♦!*) 771-S71S �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 5. 2002 Page 11 Mike Bremer named director of local recreation program • by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mike Bremer of Mid­ dleville will end his 17-year career at the Bradford White Corporation March 1 to be­ gin duties as program direc­ tor for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission. Bremer, who had worked his way up through the ranks to his current position with the human resources depart­ ment at Bradford White, said. "1 am really excited and a little nervous, but I know that it is time for me to do something new." He doesn’t have an office yet or even a telephone, but he is already planning pro­ grams for youth and adults. He will be meeting with Dave Storms, director of the Barry County YMCA, to create a smooth transition from the programs spon­ sored and administered by the Y. The programs now be the TAPRCs responsibility. Bremer also will be meet­ ing with Thornapple Kel­ logg Community Education Director Chris Boysen on coordinating programs, working together on summer activities and planning fu­ ture activities for families. Mike Bremer will do more than perform “Casey at the Bat" in his new role as the first program director of the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. He brings years of experience and boundless enthusi­ asm to this new position. First on Bremer s agenda (once he has an office and telephone) is summer pro­ gramming for youth. He will be in charge of the summer youth baseball and softball program, the summer play­ ground program in Mid­ dleville and Freeport and will begin working with the adult leagues. "I played youth baseball in the Middleville program." Bremer said. “Then when my son Brett began playing little league. I got involved with helping run the pro­ gram. I did that for five years.” The volunteers helped make the Crane Road ball fields playable. "I have already received calls for fnends who want to volunteer for the program." Bremer said. He will be meeting with the TK baseball and softbal! coaches and perhaps some of the players to see if the} would like to umpire for hirr this summer. "I want everyone to know that we will be running z recreational and instruc tional program, very similai jo the Y’s approach," Bre­ mer said. This should be a fun experience for boys and girls." Bremer also is working on a code of conduct for play­ ers, parents and fans. "We don’t want any ’hockey’ dad incidents here, Bremer said. Bremer serves on the Middleville Housing coun­ cil, is active in Rotary and has been part of the Re­ claimed Spirit committee and is one of the best known members of the Village Players. He has three children, Brett, Kelly and Kirby. At­ tending their athletic events and cheering the Thornapple Kellogg teams has been im­ portant for him. 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Regulations for storing or selling possessions in the front yard could seriously affect some residents, espe­ cially for those on smaller parcels. Parking and storage is especially a problem in lake areas, where the house is oriented to the lake rather than the street, while drives are often in the back, and space is at a premium for the placement of items such as boats, snowmobiles, lawn mowers, etc. Commissioners did not want to over regulate, and were not sure they wanted to force residents to store be­ longings in a storage facility instead of an accessory building, but preventing parking and storing belong­ ings in the front yard is likely. A residential side lot may be permitted for storage. At the same time, too many items in yards contribute to the deterioration of denser neighborhoods. Rules for some repairs on autos or ma­ chinery could be affected as well. Commissioners wryly cautioned that lawn mowers should not break down in front yards. Parking is to be managed on the owner's property, and generally not the street. Parking alone near lake property can be a nightmare, one commissioner noted. The regulations may vary depending on the density of the zone to which they ap­ ply. Selling cars from homes or from public parking lots may or may not be allowed in the new zoning. Selling one’s own car may be al­ lowed. but commercial sales will be prevented if possible. Temporary signs are not al­ lowed, and selling belong­ ings with a sign falls under rules of the sign ordinance. Parking or storing motor homes in the driveway (with a license) was discussed. This is difficult to monitor and enforce if prohibited. How restrictive the ordi­ nance will be is not yet de­ cided. Most violations are dis­ covered by complaints from neighbors. Most are not cited, and most occur due to ignorance, and most citizens will comply when asked to do so. Township Manager Dave Zylstra said he felt the rules should be in place to proactively encourage com­ pliance with zoning. Dettloff said parking regulations are often the most frequently changed of any of the ordinance areas. A nation-wide parking standard is published every . LEGAL NOTICE • NOTICE last day TO REGISTER NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTORS OF VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that the Village of Middleville General Election will be held on Monday. March 11,2002. Electors who wish to vote in the general election must be registered no later than Monday, February 11,2002.To reg­ ister, visit any Secretary of State branch office, the County Clerk’s office or the Township Clerk's office If you wish to register at the Township Clerk's office (address provided below), please call ahead for business hours. Thomapple Township Clerk 200 East Main Street Middleville, Michigan 49333 795-7202 Rhonda L. Fisk Village of Middleville Clerk 301 theater, retail facilities, a car STATE OF MICHIGAN wash, restaurants and associat­ DEPARTMENT OF ed access drives and parking ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Construction includes placement PO BOX 30204 of approximately 8,450 cubic NOTICE OF PUBLIC yards of fill within 1.53 acres of HEARING existing wetland, and construc­ TAKE NOTICE, that the Land and Water Management Divi­ tion of two storm water outfalls sion of the Michigan Department which includes dredging 234 cubic yards in 0.05 acres of wet­ of Environmental Quality will land and placement of 4 cubic hold a public hearing in the yards of riprap at the end sec­ Caledonia Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Mich­ tions. A total of 1.58 acres of existing wetland will be impact­ igan, at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, ed. Also proposed is the creation February 21, 2002 of eight wetland mitigation areas The purpose of this hearing is located adjacent to existing wet­ to secure the views of interested persons concerning the follow­ lands for a total of 3.56 acres of wetland mitigation at a replace­ ing application for permit: ment ratio of 1:2.32. The project Application for Permit 01-410202-P under Part 303, Wet­ is located at T5N, R10W. Section 33, Caledonia Township, lands Protection, of the Natural Kent County, Michigan. Resources and Environmental The application may be Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as reviewed in the Land and Water amended, by Garbo w Management Division, DEQ, Properties. LLC. 7366 Kettle 350 Ottawa. N.W.. Grand Lake Drive. Alto. Michigan Rapids, Michigan 49503, during 49302. The applicant proposes normal office hours. The public to dredge, fill, and construct hearing record will remain open storm water discharge outlets for 10 days after the public hear­ within wetlands for the purpose ing date. Any written comments of constructing a Planned Unit Development that includes con­ to be submitted for the public hearing record must be received dominiums. apartments, extend­ at this address on or before the ed care facilities, a six screen dose of the record The hearing will be held pur­ suant to Section 30307 of the cited statute. The hearing will not be a court-type proceeding; witnesses will not be sworn, and there will be no cross examina­ tion. Public hearings are primar­ ily informational and are held to encourage the expression of views and presentation of facts The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality wul, upon written request, provide a copy of the Department's decision on this application. MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY BY: Bill Stone Permit Consolidation Unit Land and Water Management Division Date January 9, 2002 NOTE Persons wrtn disabilities needmg accommodations for effective participation in any of the meetings noted should com­ municate with meeting contacts, as listed, a wee* m advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening (tours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment year, which is of service to local governments. Changes in average vehicle sizes tend to result in changing the sizes of parking spaces, though in Caledonia, trucks have been out-selling cars. Corresponding driving lane widths must be consid­ ered for different types of parking. Generally 300 square feet of parking is needed (per car) in a parking lot. A prescribed number of parking spaces is required for the specific amount of commercial business space or per customer seating in restaurants. The number of required barrier free spaces is specified by the American Disabilities Act. Another change is how service stations meet needs of drivers, with the trend for specialized service shops and for gas stations to offer fast food, convenience shop­ ping. etc., which increase parking needs. Meanwhile, an effort to minimize parking space size is being made in order to re­ duce the amount of impervi­ ous surfaces which cause stormwater runoff. Guide­ ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan lines must reflect minimums. Screening, buffers, walls, fences, and berms between public and residential areas was discussed. A wall, ef­ fective for blocking head­ lights is also a structure and the setback distance must be observed. The number of parking islands and trees re­ quired in commercial and industrial parking lots may be adjusted downward. Loading spaces for trail­ ers are to be 45 feet long. Parking lots can be 10 feet from the property line. Concrete rolled parking lot curbing was agreed upon, which assists in stormwater drainage and discourages driving over grassy areas along property lines. One base course of parking lot paving should be installed in new developments before occupancy, unless other op­ tions are allowed by the commission. The commission amended the lighting ordinance sec­ tion of the Highway Com­ mercial (HC) district and recommended the ordinance revision for approval by the Township Board. It will still require a pre-published pub­ lic hearing. The objective of the amendment to the HC ordi­ nance. just recently passed, was to shorten the first ver­ sion of the lighting section, and to produce an ordinance which was both understand­ able and enforceable. Limit­ ing light to a downward path which does not light the night sky over Caledonia was desired. Lighting which does not trespass on neigh­ bor's property was another goal. Monitoring and regulation could be achieved through use of a calibrated light me­ ter, which would cost about 5300. citizen Doug Curtis said. The equipment is cali­ brated once a year. Curtis, an engineer working on such commercial projects said the ordinance amendment was a good one. though it does not use an even simpler method he had suggested to the Township Board earlier in January. It was believed similar standards should be applied to all commercial and indus­ trial sites, and regulations also would be needed in residential areas related to density, and to special uses in residential areas, such as for churches w ith night-time use of parking lots. Commissioners decided later that a separate ordi­ nance governing all kinds of lighting in the township was needed probably a task slated for the future. The commission has been holding workshop meetings to revise the zoning ordi­ nance. scheduled for com­ pletion in July, now to occur the third and fourth Mon­ days. Regular business is scheduled for the first Mon­ day of the month. Consultant Ken Dettloff has offered draft sections for reading, discussion and ap­ proval by the commission before each section goes be­ fore the board for approval. Some parts of the existing ordinance have been used as they were and will not be al­ tered in the final version. In the future, several sections may be clustered together to facilitate time and expense of the public hearing re­ quirements. Call 945.9554 for ACTION ads. MEETING NOTICE CHANGE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP REGULAR SCHEDULED BOARD MEETING 284 N. BRIGGS ROAD, MIDDLEVILLE Ml 49333 (616) 795-9091 Meeting Change FROM **FEBRUARY 14, 2002" TO: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2002 TIME: 7:30 PM LOCATION: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Road Middleville, Ml 49333 This notice is posted m compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA 41 72a(2)(3) and the Americans With Disables Ad (ADA) The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audto tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 10 days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board A copy of this notice is on file m the office of the clerk Janice C. Lippert Date and time of posting February 1st. 2002. 1 p.m �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 5. 2002/Page 13 Local districts influenced by national program by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Midge Pippel doesn't know exactly how the recently passed federal education bill will affect lo­ cal students, but she knows POLICE BEAT Wheels stolen at local lot At least five tires and steel wheels were discov­ ered stolen from trucks parked on the Gavin Chev­ rolet-Buick-Pontiac car dealership in Middleville Jan. 18, according to the Barry County Sheriff’s Of­ fice. Deputies said an em­ ployee arrived at about 5:55 a.m. and saw two subjects and their vehicle in the park­ ing lot. The pair then left in “a hurried manner” north­ bound on M-37. The employee then dis­ covered that three spare tires had been removed from the spare tire racks and two other vehicles had steel wheels and tires missing. The incident remains un­ der investigation. Woman hurt in accident A personal injury accident at 84th Street and Thornapple River Drive resulted last Thursday in a female driver being taken to the hospital. Police believe that the driver of onr vehicle slowed to turn from Thornapplc River Drive to K4th Street. Two vehicles behind it are said to have both “hit the brakes.” The female driver of the third vehicle presumably lost control, continuing into the path of another vehicle, hitting that vehicle head on. Though the female victim was taken to the hospital, her condition it is not known at this time. that Michigan Governor John Engler is in favor of it. The governor asked that the bill be fully imple­ mented during his State of the State address Jan. 23. Until the governor sub­ mits his budget. Pippel doesn't know what funding for the schools will be for the coming year. "It is hard to know how the federal law will affect us.” she said. One way Pippel does see the legislation affecting lo­ cal students is in its reliance of standardized testing. "We don't know year if the Michigan Education Assess­ ment Program tests required for students will be accepted or if we will have to admin­ ister new tests." she said. "If new tests are required, no one has told us who will be paying for them." Pippel also is concerned with the stress on early childhood education in the Hovercraft purchased by Yankee Springs by Patricia Johns cording to McCrunb, The Hovercraft was deliv­ Staff Writer Yankee Springs Town­ ered on Monday. Feb. 4. ship took its first steps to­ The Hovercraft was pur­ ward purchasing emergency chased from TSK equip­ services equipment on ment. The Hovercraft can travel Wednesday. Jan. 30. Supervisor Al McCrumb over ice, if the ice should had called a special meeting break during a rescue atto discuss the purchase of a tempt, the vehicle will float. "I was really impressed Hovercraft to assist with lake and ice rescues. by the demonstration. I ap­ McCrumb said he had seen a preciate having the board demonstration of the appara­ agree to this purchase," McCrumb said. tus earlier that week. This is the first purchase The vehicle will help with from the three-year fire rescues on some of the lakes that are "hard to get to," ac- equipment levy. Negotiations continue be­ tween Yankee Springs and Thornapple Townships to create an equipment lease agreement and modify the Thornapple Township Emergency Services con­ tract. federal law and programs in Michigan are being cut. "We don’t know yet how this legislation will affect us. We will have to wait and see." Pippel and her staff have been meeting with local educators and legislators on this issue. YS meeting date changed The Yankee Springs Township Board's meeting originally scheduled for Thursday. Feb. 14, has been changed to Monday. Feb. 18. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. in the township hall on Briggs Road. listings' <Citp Bank PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a part time teller to join our team. We currently have an opening in our Middles illc office Scots 3rd, 8th in skiing The weathei cooperated just enough for the Greater Grand Rapids High School A male, described by po­ believe this to be an isolated Ski Conference to run it’s lice as age 20-21, “scruffy incident. High School offi­ varsity race on Jan. 22, with a days* growth of cials were on alert and noti­ where the Caledonia girls’ beard,” is alleged to have fied other surrounding team finished third and the confronted a female Caledo­ schools. boys’ finished eighth. nia High School student last The suspect is reported to The Caledonia girls, week with “lewd and inde­ be driving a pickup truck but ranked seventh in the Class cent language.” color, make and model have B/C/D poll and third in the According to police, they not been determined yet. ten-team Jan. 27 conference standings, finished second in the giant slalom and third in the slalom. Lindsey McNeil placed second in the giant slalom in 53.26. Lauren Ondersma (eighth in 54.71) and Erin NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF registration for u /1?,h in 55 88) THE ELECTORS OF VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA, were the next fastest Scots. McNeil finished eighth in KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN the slalom in 58.19. On­ dersma was 13th in 59.27 ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that and Brooke Hendry placed the Village of Caledonia General Election will be held 20th in 1:02.46. Monday. March 11, 2002. The boys finished eighth Electors who wish to vote in the general election must out of 11 teams on the day, be registered no later than Monday, February 11, 2002. with an eighth-place finish To register, visit any secretary of state branch office, the in the giant slalom and a county clerk’s office or the Caledonia Township office seventh-place finish in the If you wish to register at the Township office, please call slalom. ahead for business hours John Sherman placed Village of Caledonia Clerk 32nd in the giant slalom in 54.90. Andrew Ondersma 250 S. Maple St. was 40th in 57.04 and Sam Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Vandenburg was 45th in 616-891-9384 59.78. ‘Indecent’ driver sought NOTICE LAST DAY TO REGISTER 300 JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES In the slalom, Sherman was 25th in 1:00.01, fol­ lowed by Adam Crandell (30th in 1:04.99) and Dan Atkinson (36th in 1:12.37). The boys are in eighth place in the conference. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detailed oriented, and possess excellent cus­ tomer relations skills. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St. Hastings, Ml 49058 EOF/M-F CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION GRANT REQUESTS To receive funding from the Caledonia Education Foundation, your grant request should meet the following criteria: • serve learners within the Caledonia Community School Aictru't • partner school/business/communny • engage learners in active, hands-on involvement • emphasize targeted skills • benefit our greater community The Caledonia Education Foundation provides grants on a one-time, non-renewable basis. Grant monies can not lx? used for routine operating expenses or salaries or for activ­ ities normally underwritten by the Caledonia Community Schools. If you are interested in receiving a grant from the Caledonia Education Foundation, please contact the CEF (752-8516) or a building principal. A member of the CEF Grant Committee will then meet with you to discuss your project and review the formal application process. Application deadlines are based on the school semester: MARCH 1 (summer funding), JUNE 1 (fall funding), NOVEMBER 1 (spring funding) CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Creating Opportunities. Empowering our Community. Funding our Future. Hastings Mutual fair Insurance Company Xy A Hianp. Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, MI 49316-0353 (616) 752-8516 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 5. 2002 WMU list includes 34 local students Thirty-four area students have achieved placement on the dean’s list for the fall academic term of 2001 at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. To be included on the honors list, students needed to have at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and had to have been en­ rolled in a minimum of 12 academic hours of graded course work. The students, their home­ towns. parents (where made available) and major fields of study were as follows. • Jason J. Bishop of Alto, son of Kimble Bishop and Cindi Farrow, elementary group minors. • Nicole S. Eakins of Alto, elementary group mi­ nors. • Mandy Jacobs of Alto, daughter of Tom and Mona Jacobs, accountancy and Spanish. • Blair M Mathews of Alto, son of Dale Mathews, family studies. • Jaclyn K. Shurmack of Alto, son of James B. and Linda S. Shurmack. English • Brett W. Bennett of Caledonia, son of Charles W. and Ruth A. Bennett, pre-architecture. • Michelle N. Davis of Caledonia, daughter of Ken­ neth M. and Cynthia M. Davis, marketing. • Sara J. Doyle of Caledo­ nia. daughter of Paul T. and Celeste J. Doyle, pre-social work. • Julia K. Faist of Caledo­ nia. art. • Kara A. Hollern of Caledonia. English. • Jenny M. Humphrey of Caledonia, daughter of Rob­ ert and Marsha Humphrey, elementary group minors. • Michael P Leiter of Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads Reach over 11,000 area homes Caledonia, son of Frank J. and Linda Leiter, secondary education in business. Eng­ lish. • Anna Lewis of Caledo­ nia. daughter of Harold A. and Patricia A. Lewis, ele­ mentary group minors. • Mark A. Lyons of Cale­ donia. son of William and Sally Lyons, electrical engi­ neering. • Brett J. McGovern of Caledonia, son of Gregory P. and Rhonda E. McGov­ ern. general business. • Amanda Beth Morrison of Caledonia, daughter of Jon and Joyce Vander Bee. physical education-exercise science. • Ezra James Reurink of Caledonia, computer sci­ ence. • Dale H Wicks of Cale­ donia. son of Don and Terrie Wicks, English. • David J. Beckering of Middleville, son of David and Elizabeth Beckering. management. • Susan E. Beckering of Middleville, advertising and promotion. • Kelly J. Bremer of Mid­ dleville, daughter of Mi­ chael T. Bremer and Kath­ leen Kenyon, industrial de­ sign. • Bridgit Cook of Mid­ dleville. daughter of Mi­ chael Cook and Deborah Timm, pre-psychology. • Nicholas A. Drogowksi GM CERTIFIED 6.9% of Middleville, son of Fran­ cis and Diana Drogowski. aviation science and admini­ stration. • William J. Holmes of Middleville, son of William J. Jr. and Mary E. Holmes, history. • Stacy Idema of Mid­ dleville, daughter of Steven and Ellen Idema. elementary group minors. • Bryan C. Jahnke of Middleville, son of Phillip R. and Helen M. Jahnke, ac­ countancy. communication. • Meredith K. VanHouten of Middleville, daughter of Garry L. and Marion K. VanHouten. nursing. • Randy L. VanHouten of Middleville, son of Garry L. and Marion K. VanHouten. pre-aviation flight science. • Erica Brooke Walker of Middleville, elementary group minors. • Gary Winchester of Middleville, son of Wayne and Tina M. Winchester, ac­ countancy. Thirteen local students make Calvin dean’s list Thirteen area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2001 semester at Calvin College. To be included on the list, a student earn at least a cu­ mulative 3.3 grade point av­ erage on a 4.0 scale and a 3.5 GPA for the semester. The students, their parents (where made available), hometowns, major field of study and high school alma mater were: • Adam G. Boot, son of Randall and Jean Boot of Alto, a freshman majoring in computer science, Caledonia High School. • Katherine L. Sikma. daughter of Steven and Su­ san Sikma of Alto, majoring in CAS-rhetoric, South Christian High School. • Melanie S. Hanson, daughter of Larry and Cheryl Hanson of Caledo­ nia, a senior majoring in en­ gineering. electrical concen­ tration, Caledonia High School. • Ryan T. Hanson, son of Larry and Cheryl Hanson of Caledonia, a sophomore ma­ joring in engineering, elec­ trical concentration, Caledo­ nia High School. • Kate E. Harms, daughter of Richard and Joan Harms Ferris honors list includes 15 from area GM CERTIFIED 6.9% • Saxonx Matousek. daughter of Gordon and Cindy Matousek. pro-com­ munication. • Angela J. Macqueen of Middleville, daughter of David Lee and Shellie Macqueen. geography. • Joshua D. Mosey of Middleville, son of William and Cheryl Mosey, history • Nathan Schmitz of Mid­ dleville. son of David and Jackie Schmitz, student planned curriculum, prec- Fifteen students from this area have been named to the academic honors list for the fall 2001 semester at Ferris State University. To be eligible for inclu­ sion on the list, students must have accumulated at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age on a 4.0 scale and carry at least 12 credit hours of graded coursework. The students, grouped by their hometowns, were: Alto — Andrew D. O’Connor, Keith Osterhaven and Marvin Kladder. Caledonia — Alison M. Bailey, Brandon M. Hewitt, Catherine J. VandenBcrg, Christine Raterink. Gretka Domer, John C. Sigtcma, Kristen Noordhoek. Michael J. Sines and Scott Leather­ man. Middleville — Chad R. Bruinsslot. Kajcan M. Se­ cord and Nicole E. JonkerSlayton. of Caledonia, a junior ma­ joring in accountancy. South Christian High School. • Nicholas J. In’t Hout, son of Nick and Johanna In't Hout of Caledonia, a junior majoring in Spanish. South Christian High School. • Jonathan B. Mensink. son of the Rev. Bryce and Janice Mensink of Caledo­ nia. a junior majoring in telecommunications. Grand Rapids Christian High School. • Scott A. Robertson, son of Dr. Richard and Cynthia Robertson of Caledonia, a senior majoring in biology. Grand Rapids Baptist High School. • Paul A. Trowbridge, son of Dr. William and Laura Trowbridge of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in psy­ chology. South Christian High School. • Mark A. VanderWoudc. son of Dale and Maribeth VanderWoude of Caledonia, a senior majoring in engi­ neering, civil concentration. South Christian High School. • Philp M. Visser, son of Kenneth and Teresa Visser of Caledonia, a sophomore yet undecided about a major. Hudsonville Unity Christian High School. • Adam R Bonner, son of Richard and Reita Bonner of Grand Rapids, a junior ma­ joring in engineering, chemical concentration, Caledonia High School. Middleville student on MacMurray list Teresa K. Venlon of Middleville has been recog­ nized for academic excel­ lence at Mac Murray College in Jacksonville. III. She was posted to the dean’s list for the first semester of the 2001-02 aca­ demic year, according to Dean Jim Goulding. Venton was among the top scholars who achieved a straight-A (4.0) average for the semester. Students had to achieve a grade-point average of at least 3.5 on the college’s 4.0 grading scale for at least 12 credit hours of academic work to qualify for the dean’s list, Dean Goulding said. Ms. Venton is a freshman majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray, a 155-year-old, private, career-directed lib­ eral arts college. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Middle­ ville. She is a 2001 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson I Dean Priebe �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 5. 2002 Page 15 Stonehille Stables will serve as home to equestrian team Kelly Lloyd. Lloyd and Deb DeBoer are teaming up as Caledonia Equestrian Inc., with plans to re-open Stonehill Stables on Alaska Avenue and 60th Street in Alaska. Stonehill Stables, a 50acre stable complex owned by Yvonne Dodgson, opened in 1983. She offered horse boarding, training and les­ sons. Business grew rapidly and in 1985, more stalls were built. Accompanying the 30 stalls, including foaling stalls, was an indoor arena, two outdoor arenas, a round pen. four turnout pastures and many acres for trails. In 1997, Grand Arabian Farm, leased the stable com­ plex for its own private busi­ ness, training and breeding horses, but eventually com­ pleted its own farm and moved the horses. After Grand Arabians de­ parture, Dodgson ap­ proached Amanda DeBoer and Jeremy Stein, who have been working on the farm for Dodgson for four and three years, respectively, with the idea of leasing the farm. Amanda discussed the idea with her mother. Debra, who in turn contacted a friend Kelly Lloyd. Caledo­ nia High School's Eques­ trian coach. After a couple months of meeting and plan­ ning, DeBoer and Lloyd will re-open Stonehill Stables under the management of Caledo­ nia Equestrian Inc. Begin­ ning Friday, Feb. 15, many services such as such as boarding and lessons will be offered to the horse enthusi­ ast. Professional clinics and day clinics also are in the plans. Deb DeBoer, who always enjoyed horses as a youth, moved out to the Caledonia area in 1984 and purchased her first horse. Eventually each of her three daughters. Kristy. Jenny and Amanda, had their own ponies, along with Debra's horse. The daughters took lessons for many years from local train­ ers and competed at many barrel racing competitions. They were also involved 4H and competed at the Kent County 4-H Fair, where the oldest daughter. Kristy held the record times in the “Keyhole” and “Down and Back” competitions for many years. All of the daughters earned numerous high point trophies. Each of the daughters competed on the Caledonia High School Equestrian team, totaling nine years. They competed at the State Champions meet, placing in the top three in many classes. Lk>yd also is very excited to be included in the new venture. Lloyd moved to Caledonia as a partner in a stable complex, but that partnership dissolved within a short time. Since then, she have made a family and given them roots in Caledo­ nia. She has continued to have horses for her children and continued to coach. Lloyd said that she receives many phone calls through­ out the year from parents in­ terested in lessons for their children, but doesn't own a facility to offer many pro­ grams, only for a few stu­ dents. "This is my 11 th season coaching the equestrian team, but we don't have a place to call 'home' for prac­ tices and displaying all of our trophies. Tom Powers from Triple Challenge Farm has been a wonderful sup­ porter of the team and al­ lowed us to practice at his farm for many years, but it will still be nice to have a 'home.' 1 have always en­ joyed the atmosphere of Stonehill Stables and am thrilled to be able to offer services not only to the team, but to any horse en­ thusiast." Lloyd grew up on a fruit farm in South Haven with many horses in her back yard. In fact, you could say that horses are in her blood. Lloyd’s father always raised horses and offered breeding services. "By the time I was 4 years old. I was taking les­ sons." said Lloyd. Lloyd join the local 4-H club, showed at open shows and competed on the South Haven Equestrian team. In her adult years, she traveled to Virginia for bar­ rel racing lessons for nearly two years. DeBoer will be the fi­ nance manager and barn manager, along with Lloyd. Horse boarding is avail­ able with daily turnout. The stalls are 10 x 12 and 12 x Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. 12, with heated water avail­ able. Tack rooms and indi­ vidual tack cabinets are available for the boarders. Lessons for hunt seat, western and barreling racing will be offered to riders from beginners to advanced. Lessons are available on Mondays. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Riders may re­ ceive private, semi-private or group lessons, depending on their preference and available space. For more information or to make an appointment to visit the farm. Call 891-8055 or 8686981. Some things are meant to be a certain way... 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Ml February 5. 2002 Page 17 Scots take care of business Caledonia 53. Cedar The foundation of any Springs 49 good season are wins over The Scots held the visi­ the teams you’re supposed tors to 28 percent shooting, to beat. The Caledonia varsity­ stretched a one-point boys' basketball team took halftime lead to seven after care of business last week three quarters, and hit with wins over O-K Gold enough free throws (14-ofbottom-feeders Cedar 21) to hang on for the win last Friday. Springs and Kenowa Hills. Steve Yanosik and Travis The wins lifted the Scots Slot led the team with 12 to 7-5 overall and 6-3 in the points each. Greg Jousma Gold, half a game behind scored 10 and Mike Ogle second-place South Chris­ scored nine. tian (6-2) and two-and-aNick and Travis Slot each half behind front-runner pulled down six rebounds. Wyoming Park (8-0). Caledonia 54. Kenowa Caledonia travels to Hast­ Hills 41 ings tonight and hosts Sparta The Scots pulled away on Friday. late in what was a good game throughout at Kenowa Hills on Jan. 29. Caledonia did a great job of containing Kenowa’s shooters and punctuated Caledonia’s Mike Ogle their stretch run with solid (20). (File photo by Perry shooting from the charity Hardin) stripe. Mike Ogle led the Scots with 14 points. JV Report The JV Scots beat Cedar Springs last Friday 51-44. Abe Mulvihill scored 19 points to pace the JV (9-3, Holland kept the East Lans­ 7-2 in the Gold). Brad Swarz pulled down seven ing team in check The Lowell/Caledonia rebounds, and Zach Larson and Ryan Rogers each had team has an 8-4-3 record. five rebounds. Nine different players scored for the JV squad in a 63-26 win at Kenowa Hills on Jan. 30. Abe Mulvihill scored 14 and Zach Larson scored 9. Aaron Klecisnyder and Joe Detmer each scored six points, and Loren Crandell scored four. Joe Detmer had eight re­ bounds and Brad Swartz had seven. The JV outscored Wyo­ ming Park 36-23 in the sec­ ond half for a 62-51 win on Jan. 25. Abe Mulvihill had 19 points and seven rebounds for the JV. Mike Mcsecar scored 12 points. Zach Lar­ son scored 11 and Brad Swartz had nine points and nine rebounds. Matt Harp pulled down seven boards. JV hockey team beats East Lansing icers, 6-1 Saturday the Lowell/Cale­ donia JV Hockey team beat East Lansing, 6-1. at Ken­ twood Ice Arena. Lowell/Caledonia quickly got on the boards with a goal only 1 minute 41 sec­ onds into the game when John Truszkowski scored with assists from Brandon John and Kyle Austin. Other goals scored were by Ted McCoy (Brandon John. Pat McMahon), Kyle Austin (Brandon John. Ted McCoy), and Will Holland (unassisted), Brandon John (Pat McMahon), and Pat McMahon (Brandon John). Brian Maul and David May- lone shared the net minding. Again, strong defense by Jeff Moore, Mike Baron. Ramsey Charrouf and Will Scot wrestlers win Hopkins Invitational Caledonia wrestlers won the Hopkins Invitational Tournament Saturday by beating Rockford 45-25, Saranac 67-9, host Hopkins 59-15 and Wayland 50-25. Going undefeated for the Fighting Scots were Seth Temple, 4-0; Tyler Gamelin, 4-0; Cory Kilmartin, 4-0; and Ryan Dykehouse, 4-0. Brandon Cance, Frank D'Amico and Jimmy Haisma were each 1-0. Zach House, Matt Kilmar­ tin, Chris Hannah and Calib Zandstra were all 3-1 on the day. Rory Root, James Ander­ son and Jake Klapmust were Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street « Middlevill^/ Steve Yanosik (3). (File photo by Perry Hardin) �Page 18/The Sun and News. MkkUeviMe. Ml February 5. 2002 TK’s loss dims hoop hopes in O-K Blue Middleville-TK s varsity boys’ basketball loss to Godwin Heights last week was tough in many ways. Way too many. Like losing a 14-point second-half lead. Or holding Godwin to four points in the overtime, but only scoring two. Or giving up 12 offen­ sive rebounds to Godwin’s Mr. Everything. Anthony Knceland. Or committing 19 turnovers, at least eight of them late in the game. Despite all of that, the Trojans still had chances to win it at the end of regula­ tion and at the end of OT. but in a season of narrow defeats for Godwin, the Wolverines finally pulled one out. The loss dropped TK into a three-way tie for second place in the O-K Blue with Rogers and Hamilton at 5-3. two-and-a-half games be­ hind Calvin Christian. The Squires improved to 8-1 with a win over Coopers­ ville on Friday. “We really had some good things going through­ out the game, then we just frittered it away late.” TK coach Kurt Holzhueter said. TK steadily built a lead through three quarters, even­ tually going up by as much as 14 before settling for an 11-point advantage. 41-30. entering the fourth quarter. Godwin’s intense defen­ sive pressure, coupled with some bad decisions and mental mistakes by the Tro­ jans. swung the momentum, and the Wolverines blew up for 27 points in the fourth to force overtime. “We played really hard — maybe we tried too hard.” Holzhueter said. “We couldn't control the tempo and get good offensive pos­ sessions. It turned into a hel­ ter-skelter game. “Those mental break­ downs are uncharacteristic of our team. We have too many veteran players to TK’s Dave DeVormer (14) drives on a Godwin de­ make those kinds of mis­ takes down the stretch.” fender. (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK’s Brett Knight (54) elevates against Godwin. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Brian Yeazel burst out of the gate with eight points early in the first quarter, then picked up three fouls almost as quickly. He fin­ ished with 14 points in lim­ ited action. Brett Knight had a great game off the bench with 14 points and six rebounds, and fellow reserve Bobby Roush came on to play soil’d de­ Caledonia baseball, softball league registration Feb. 16 Representatives from the Caledonia Baseball/Softball League (CBSL) will be at Caledonia High School Sat­ urday, Feb. 16 to register students currently enrolled in grades K-8 for the 2002 baseball and softball sea­ sons. Registration will be held from 10 a.m. to noon in the CHS commons and requires a non-refundable fee of $45 per player or $80 per family. Mail-in registration forms will also be available, but all mail-in registrations must be received by March 2. The CBSL is not limited to Caledonia residents; it is a community group and wel­ comes families from sur­ rounding areas. The league needs umpires for the 2002 season. Paid umpiring positions run from May 13 to June 28. For fur­ ther information, call John at 616-698-8069. tense and chip in five points. Two free throws by Dave DeVormer were the Trojans’ only points in overtime. TK held Knceland to only 13 points through three quarters, but hr came on late and scored all four of God­ win’s points in the extra pe­ riod, finishing with 24 points and 15 rebounds, 12 of those off the offensive glass. Last Friday’s game against Byron Center, can ccled because of the weather, has been resched­ uled for Feb. 26. The Tro­ jans (9-4 overall) travel to Belding tonight before host­ ing Hamilton on Friday. Can 945-9554 for ACTJOA-ads! I&&I BODY (616) 891-0150 • Of Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml February 5. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia’s Cryderman earns academic honor by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Caledonia High School senior Eli Cryderman re­ cently received Academic All State Special Mention honors from the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA). Cryderman, primarily a flanker and defensive back for the Scots last fall, en­ tered his senior year with a 3.83 GPA and a schedule crammed with Advanced Placement courses and other accelerated classes. Caledonia varsity football coach Tom Burrill has high praise for Cryderman, who also plays basketball and baseball for the Scots and is active in 4H. “He’s a quality individ­ ual,” Burrill said. “He’s trustworthy, he’s a hard worker, he has tremendous drive, and he’s a great kid off the field.” On the field, Cryderman was a versatile asset for the Scots last fall, with a selfless attitude and the smarts to learn and play several differ­ ent positions well. “He understands that the team comes first," Burrill said. “He’s a talented quar­ terback. and he waited three years to play the position. When we decided this year Automotive For Sale 2OOO BUICK REGAL LS: $11,500 includes ext. warran­ ty. Leather seats, CD & tape White, sharp. (989)235-4872. APPROXIMATELY 4X6' BARN doors in good condi­ tion, $50.00 each; old bam beams at various sizes, $5.00 per foot, call 616-948-7921 for more information. 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STOP Hi IND SEE US TODAYS � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-02-12.pdf c0de08bc8d349363a2b09cadddfb3a0c PDF Text Text — Th id New I 00/00/00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 "4 PUBLIC LIBRARY ms church - W f ’•’’1 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131th year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 7/February 12, 2002 Mike Mercier appointed Caledonia business expansion to Planning Commission resisted in residential areas by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison’s recommendation to appoint Mike Mercier to the Plan­ ning Commission was unanimously approved by the board Feb. 6. Mercier will fill an open­ ing left by former Chairman Roger Keating at the end of December, and a change in roles on the commission, which made Archie Warner the chairman in January. Mercier is a five-year Caledonia resident from the Whitneyville area, as well as husband, father and busi­ nessman. He is a 1996 graduate of Pfeiffer Univer­ sity in N.C. with a master’s degree in business admini­ stration. Mercier's occupa­ tion is as Business Unit Di­ rector at Diesel Technology of Grand Rapids, in the area of manufacturing (diesel and automotive engineering). "I believe my work expe­ rience and education will al­ low me to quickly become a Mike Mercier contributor to the Planning Commission,” he said in his application for the commis­ sion position. Speaking before the board. Mercier said he ap­ preciated the recommenda­ tion and was impressed "by the professionalism shown by the Planning Commission in dealing with hot issues." He said he had learned a lot from Dave Zylstra and Ed VanderVries and looked for­ ward to working on the commission. Mercier has attended sev­ eral Planning Commission meetings over the past few months, and has participated in public comment occasion­ ally. He said he learned a lot through working on variance requests^in his neighbor­ hood, and motivated his in­ terest in local politics. He has promised to recuse him­ self from actions by the commission on any pending issues related to past citizen participation. He said, ”1 think Caledo­ nia residents petitioning the board would appreciate my common sense and fair ap­ proach to resolving some­ times complicated issues." He said "I have been suc­ cessful both as a team mem­ ber and leader and am will­ ing to make hard choices in the name of doing what is right. I apply a logical thought process and make decisions based on data rather than emotion," he stated in his resume for the position. Competition keen for liquor license in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Four establishments in Caledonia Township are asking for for a class C liq­ uor license recommendation to boost business, but posing a difficult dilemma for the Township Board. The board last week post­ poned the matter to gather more information. A decision, if it is to be made at all. was pushed back at least to the Feb. 20 meeting. Applicants included Bruce Higgins, ow ner of Caledonia Subway and Monterey Grill: Lillian Costilla for Rosita's, a Mexican restaurant: Keith Osterhaven. owner of Big O Fish House, and Brian Silvernail. spokesman for a planned Hilton Hotel at the M-6 M-37 Interchange. Silvernail said the terrorist attack Sept. 11 created a ma­ jor impact on the hotel in­ dustry. but surprisingly in Kent County it had not af­ fected hotel occupancies or plans to build new hotels. One hotel off U.S -131 had actually seen dramatic increases in gross revenues in 2001. He said many busi­ ness people travel by auto to the metro area anyway, and this had increased, while in some areas, hotel revenues were down. increases. He said he be­ lieved a total of five liquor licenses were possible in Caledonia, with four already in use. He said another class for liquor takeout would al­ low three total licenses with one now in use. He said a class C license was for beer, Trustee Wally Bujak wine and mixed spirits. The decision was ex­ said a decision must pected to be the only one al­ not be made accord­ lowed for ten years. It was ing to a popularity not sure if the total included contest. He suggested the village or not. Some though* a resort li­ putting together cer­ cense might be another cate­ tain criteria by which gory of liquor license the to make a judgement hotel might obtain, but it would still require the town­ that would contribute ship's recommendation. Ap­ to long-term planning. parently some licenses can be purchased from an agent has a financial commitment and imported as another and would be going ahead means to obtain the right to with the project. He said sell alcoholic beverages. Trustee Richard Robert­ they would want to be con­ son said voting required a sidered for a liquor license. All businesses representa­ Solomon s decision, and tives who made a pitch to pointed out the Garbow pro­ the board wanted to serve ject planned south of town drinks related to food serv - included a large restaurant, ice business, including ban­ which would no doubt also quet space for some. .-Ml felt w ant to be included for con­ it would help their business sideration. Trustee Wally Bujak said to be able to serve drinks a decision must not be made with meals. Township Supervisor according to a popularity Bryan Harrison said he had contest. He suggested put­ been told one new license ting together certain criteria could be allowed in the township due to population See liquor license, pg. 14 Silvernail explained a partner in the Hilton Corpo­ ration had withdrawn from the business and another was coming on board, a fac­ tor in the delayed activity at the Caledonia Hilton site. He said the company still I yard storage and to build ad­ by Ruth Zachary ditional equipment bays Staff Writer onto the shop for indoor Standing firm on previous agreements, the Caledonia storage. DenHartigh said the struc­ Planning Commission Feb. 4 denied a request to expand tures would improve the ap­ building space brought by pearance of the neighbor­ Cascade Cement Contract­ hood, make the area much ing and tabled another re­ cleaner, and several neigh­ bors had sent signatures to quest to expand a kennel. Though Peter DenHartigh support the expansion. DenHartigh in 1993 had had made a deal with the planning commission in constructed a large concrete building, a non-conforming 1996-97 not to ask to ex­ pand on his 68th Street com­ use, without a permit for a mercial operation located in home occupation, as re­ a residential zone, he re­ quired on the site at that turned with a request to ex- time. James Brown in Janu­ pand<en existing building he ary of that year said the called "commercial” and to building use could not have construct a new building for been lawful under any previ­ additional storage in August ous zoning ordinance, and 2001. The application, was not then lawful as a signed by John Kwekel. non-conforming use. Never­ stated the zone was com­ theless, the "request was mercial, which it is not. granted in ‘93 with a caveat DenHartigh said his busi­ that no further expansions ness, started in 1969, had would be allowed," but was grown and had completed a not put in writing. total of six additions, the last Planner Linda Anderson in 1997. The business em­ in 1996 said the business ploys 30 people, 11 of could not be classified as a whom are from Caledonia home occupation,. It was Township. more appropriately a special He said in spite of his pre- use. but had also not been ' vious agreement, he needed permitted. (It apparently had more indoor storage space, been grandfathered in from an open-air structure for a time when permitting was not required.) In the October 1996 site plan review, the commis­ sioners recorded the permit would prohibit any future expansion or change to the berm or regarding outdoor storage, and the owner had agreed to these conditions. In 1996, the staff report stated that DcnHartigh's business was never officially permitted, but had been in existence for more than 25 years. Treated as an original request in 1996, an expan­ sion was permitted at that time. The Planning Commis sion’s minutes reflected that 1. the applicant was to main­ tain the exiting vegetative berm, 2. no further outdoor storage was to be allowed except in the back, and 3. no additional business expan­ sions were to be allowed. The conditions were ap proved unanimously. This statement was re peated by Commission Chairman Archie Warner at the January 2002 meeting. DenHartigh replied "things change," and re­ ferred to a court judgment See business expansion, pg. 14 New TTES chief named by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mark Marentette, deputy chief of the Muskegon Township Fire Department has been selected by the Thornapple Township Board to head Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services. Marentette brings 15 years experience as a fire­ fighter with four years expe­ rience as assistant chief in Muskegon to his new posi­ tion. He also has some “big city” experience from time he spent as a volunteer fire fighter in Washington D.C. He trained as a paramedic, is a certified Emergency Medi­ cal Technician and is plan­ ning to be recertified as a paramedic. His first full day in Thor­ napple-will be Monday. Feb. 11 but he spent Wednesday. Feb. 6, meeting employees, seeing the area and attend­ ing the training in the eve­ ning. Marentette has been mar­ ried to Anne Marie for five years. The couple has a seven-month-old child. Ka­ tie. He says, “Lam excited about being in an area that is growing. Everyone I have community supports the de­ partment.” He was one of five candi dates who were interviewed for the position on Jan. 21. Following the interviews, the Township Board did more work, checking refer­ ences of the applicants and working toward a consensus of the best candidate. He replaces Bob Woodard who served as TTES chief for eight years before his re­ tirement in December. Thornapple Township Su­ pervisor Don Boysen says, “ We think he will be an as­ Mark Marentette set to the department. We met has been very welcom­ are looking for a good match ing. It is obvious that the of skills.” In This Issue Rolling Oaks development receives first phase approval Shagbark developer seeks construction board appeal CHS student expelled for possession of knife Middleville woman struck when sun blinds driver �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 12. 2002 Good seats still available for dinner theatre shows by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Anyone looking for a way to impress their Valentine has only to look to the spe­ cial dinner theater perform­ ance Thursday. Feb. 14. at the Middle Villa Inn. Co-director Cheryl Cravero of The Village Players of Middleville promises that surprises await those attend­ ing this year’s dinner thea­ ter. On Valentine’s Day, guests will receive flowers and candy The eighth annual produc­ tion is “The Marquis Ladies Society’s First Attempt at Murder.’’ Good scats also are available for perform­ ances on Fridays, Feb. 15, and 22. The price is $22.50 per person for dinner and the show. Reservations are rec­ ommended. Reservations should be paid for in ad­ vance with a credit card by calling the Middle Villa at 795-3640. Guests arc invited to arrive at 6 p.m. for the pre-show activities. Cravcro says, “Reserva­ tions arc coming in daily. I really would encourage our guests to call in their reser­ vations as soon as possible so they won’t be disap­ pointed. luist year’s Valen­ tine performance was inti­ mate and fun for the audi­ ence.” Zoo animals visit McFall classroom Docents from finder Park Zoo helped first grade students at McFall understand ho*/ animals are classified VanElst qualifies for national championships Jason VanElst. a Middlcvillc-TK grad and stand out senior thrower for the Grand Valley State Univer­ sity track team, qualified on* Friday for the USA National Championships March 1-3 in New York City. VanElst threw the 35pound weight a distance of Thrills, chills and laughs await the audience at the Vil­ lage Players Dinner Theater production of the Marquis Ladies Society's First Attempt at Murder.” Seats remain for performances on Feb. 14, 15 and 22. Call the Middle Villa Inn at 795-3640 for reservations. 64-2 at GVS< B innl on Cravcro is directing the show with Darlene Schellin- ger. The cast includes Su­ zanne MacIntyre. Patty Hig­ ley. Helen Wingeier, Caro­ lyn Newman, Colleen Cox, Julie Coon. Randy Eggers, Mike Bremer, Doug Brinks, John Bremer. Maggie Ben­ jamin. Rhonda Fisk, Steve Wiersum, Brent Dietiker and Robin Schweitzer. While the hijinks of the play will bring laughs, the pre- show audience partici­ pation should not be missed. There are superheroes in the audience cast looking aw­ fully like your friends and neighbors. Dinner this year includes home style favorites such as meat loaf and cheesecake. Then they got a chance to see some animals up close like this gray parrot Friday, which automatically qualified him for the na­ tional championships. VanElst had already qualified for the NCAA Di­ vision II National Champi­ onships March 8-9 in Bos­ ton. where he has a good chance of placing in the top three. In New York, VanElst will have the opportunity to compete with the best throwers in the country. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at 1546 Payne Lake Road, Yankee Springs Kick boxing class slated The Thornapple Kellogg This is not a self-defense Community Education De­ class, but an opportunity to partment has a new enrich­ improve fitness with a fun activity. The classes will in­ ment class starting Monday. clude an aerobic portion, Feb 25, for six weeks. stretching and muscle toning. This is a class for begin­ ners which will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Call 795-3397 for more information and to register. MOVIE OUTPOST Township. LaLechc League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLechc means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vcrmontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Weaning and Nutrition." All women who arc breastfeeding or arc preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also arc wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For more information about La Ixche League and its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. For directions to the meet­ ing, call 795-7021. VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. fmbvTf butporri • • • • VHS or DVD movies and player rentals Games & game system rental Reservations on movies Special Orders and Previewed movies I • • • • & games for sale U eekly specials VHS X Game Accessories Gift Certificates Gift Ideas - Valentine Gifts! with this coupon. I I M Jtappy Valentines ~ Day Rent One Movie or Game and [ get a second rental FREE Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lessor value One coupon per visit please. Exptres 2-28-02 Product Id SunAd ; j ! and jJanning II ^^Valentine’s Day ~ /:'!f Special! FuUSet $ 23 ^7// Special Plus Free Airbrush u itb Full Set! / Filling $14 • Manicure $10 Pedicure $20 Foot Spa / UV Gel $30 Stop in today for huge savings coupons at both locations! TANNING Single VtsiL./3-OO Expire*. 2/2*02 9944 Cherry Valley Ave. Caledonia (616) 891-1551 136 E. State Street Hastings (616)948-2970 Hours in Caledonia M-F 10-7; Sal 9 30-5. Closed Sun Hours in Hastings .M-F 10-6, Sat 9 30-5, Closed Sun WALK INS WELCOME �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml February 12. 2002/Page 3 McFall kids celebrate 100th day of school On Thursday, Feb. 7 physical education teacher Jon Greenman led an entire gym full of McFall students in 100 exercises to celebrate the 100th day of school. Zero the Hero exercised too. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The snow days delayed the celebration, but on Wednesday and Thursday. Feb. 6 and 7, students at McFall Elementary school had fun for the 1 (M)th day of school. The Monday and Wednesday classes gathered in the McFall Library for counting to 100 by ones, tens and hundreds. They sang a song and heard an as­ signment from Zero the Hero. Zero has been visiting their classes every 10 days with stories, songs and counting. Students com­ pleted a sheet of tasks with everything from estimating whether their teacher was First TK recreation sessions start Feb. 23 The first programs spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission will start Satur­ day. Feb. 23. Forms have been sent home with school children for youth basketball camps for children in kindergarten thiough second grade and indoor soccer camps for children in kindergarten­ fifth grade. The youth basketball camp will be held at the Lee Gymnasium for five weeks from Feb. 23 through March 23. The kindergarten camp is from 8 to 9 a.m., first grade from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and for second grade from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $20, which in­ cludes a T-shirt. The youth soccer camps will be held in the Page gymnasium from Feb. 23 to March 23. Camp for fourthand fifth-graders is from 9 to 10 a.m., for kindergarten and first graders from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. and for sec­ ond- and third-graders from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost for the soccer camp is also $20 for the five-week program, which includes a T-shirt. Parents who did not receive a form can pick up one at any of the schools or at Village Hall. The deadline for turning in forms is Feb. 20. Parent volunteers are needed to help at these camps. Parents can volun­ teer by marking a box on the application form. Questions about the programs should be directed to the TAPRC at 795-3385. The TAPRC is a joint program of the Village of Middleville, Thornapple Kellogg Schools and Thor­ napple Township. Mike Bre­ mer is the new program di­ rector. Cloggers to perform for TK senior citizens The Thunderfloor Clog­ gers will do a demonstration at the next Thornapple Kel­ logg Senior Citizen gather­ ing at 1 p.m. Monday. Feb. 18. Seniors meet on the third Monday of each month in the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center. Registratioi. is required by calling the Community Education office at 7953397. Students counted to 100 by ones, tens and hundreds with the help of Zero the Hero taller than 100 plastic cubes or not. Students also made lists of 10 things that are round and even 10 ways to be kinds. Once they completed their tasks, a special 100-day reward was waiting for them. On Thursday all the stu­ dents. kindergarten and first grade, met in the gym for 100 exercises, stories and surprises. Students finished their lists of 100 great ideas and found 10 answers to the 10 questions Zero asked them. The questions students answered were to find 10 things round like a zero, things that are all read, way s to be kind, words that mean nice, things that are blue, things that fly. ways to help at home, really big words, things that make you happy and ten ways to make a friend. Both days ended with a grand finale with children laying down in rows of KM). The halls were filled. Both days She's Back! Contempo Salon is pleased to welcome Kimmy back to our staff. Call & make your appointment today! M Contempo Salon Caledonia village Centre ♦ 891-1095 MILLER MEANS... Middleville Office 317 Arlington, M-37 (616) 795-3305 REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg CRS. Assoc Broker & Sales Manager............................ 795-7272 Debbie Erway Karen Brown Craig Stolsonburg 623-8357 795-9331 795-4470 Gun Lake Office 12800 W. 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AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays I0 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley *3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452 Monday. Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kratt Ave., Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) 5. MIDDLEVILLE. Great area of newer homes Perfect site for walkout of daylight basement Wooded back yard. Thomappte-Keilogg schools Call Jean at our Hastings office $27,000 6. CALEDONIA SCHOOLS! i 79 acres located m Tnomappfe Township This lot is located amongst very nice homes near Duncan Lake Easy commute to Grand Rapids Call Ray $47,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 12, 2002 Gun Lake Women’s Club meets Feb. 13 The Home Life Depart­ ment of the General Federa­ tion 'of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)-Gun Lake Area will sponsor this month’s program, which will feature Karen Jousma, Director of Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County. Jousma and husband, Dick, will be on hand to tell about their own experiences as foster parents and what the CAPCBC is all about. CAPCBC is affiliated with the Children’s Trust Fund. Michigan Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse, the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse and the Barry County United Way. Their mission is to prevent all forms of abuse and neglect through awareness, advocacy and education. The Jousmas were Foster Family of the Year of Michigan in 2001. Besides their two birth sons, they have three adopted daugh­ ters. four grandchildren and have been parents to 19 fos­ ter children. Both grew up in the Caledonia area, live cur­ rently in Middleville and will soon relocate to their new home in Hastings. Dick works for Prins Trucking in Jenison. Karen worked seven years for the Thornapple-Kellogg schools reading program and has worked with the handi­ capped therapeutic horse riding program. The program follows the regularly scheduled business meeting of the women’s club on Wednesday. Feb. 13. at 9:30 a.m. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Marsh Road. Gun Lake. Lunch is offered by Bay Pointe fol­ lowing the business meeting and program. Reservations are suggested. Club business topics of discussion include: • GFWC Michigan Re­ ports for 2001. • Girlstown Auction Bas­ kets. Auction tickets and do­ nations. and Quilt raffle tickets. • Leadership and Legisla­ tion Days of Feb. 11-12 re­ ports GFWC-Gun Lake Area meeting. • Update on Patterson Road repairs and Township meetings attended. • Scholarship Fund-raiser: Art Exhibitors: Dinner/Theater of May 9. The Village Players of Mid­ dleville. will present “Se­ ance at Yankee Springs." • Library relocation up­ date. fund-raising plans and Grand Re-Opening • Reminders: UPC Spar­ tan Labels. Weick’s register receipts and Campbell soup labels for refunding, and Valentine cards for veterans in Grand Rapids. Contact Marjory Rich­ ards. club president at 7953969; Fran Leonard. VP and Publicity Chair at 795-8731 or Frances Mlynarcheck. Home Life Department Chair at 792-2230. Anyone in the Delton. Martin. Mid­ dleville. Shelbyville, and Wayland areas are wel­ comed to attend. FIRST BAPTIST LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY ............. 9 30 a.m. 10 45 a m ............... 6 00 p m Family Night 6.30 p in 7240 68th Street. SF. - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rew Dave LeBlanc, Pastor C 0 11 M U I I I Y CHURCH a place to belong...a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............................10:30 a.m. Youth Ministry 891-0576 Meeting at the Crest Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, Gad Pastor Joe Optic, Worship Leader Denns Bouma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org 1 Redeemer Jk Covenant Church A Member of the Evangelical Covenant Churches of America Pastor Paul M. Hillman Saturday Evening Mass .. . .5:00 p.m. 6951 Hanna Lake, Dutton 616-698-8001 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave., Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (north ties! of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m 792-2889 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chun h with a raring heart for our Worship; 11 00 AM Chr. Ed.; 6:00 PM Wed. Family Night "We are changed by God s love!" Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 1100 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Reuh Stulp. louth Dtrtclor Al Ttemeyer. Community Calling Church Office (616)891-1512 M 37 at 100th S< CALEDONIA fl UNITED METHODIST A 250 5 ine Street (M-37 to Emmons to \ inc 1 Feb. 13: Travelling a Dusts Road - .Ash Wednesday Feb 17 Worship Sen ice 8 30 a m and i I 00 a m (Jr Church at 1100 only i Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Carc available ihnxrcbuui the nxrmng Rev Noonan Kohns (616)891-810" Church Office 616-891-8669; Fax 891-8648 wuw caledoniaume org Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor .Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE - Children s Pastor Sunday School............................................9:45 a.in Sunday Morning Worship Service......... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service........................... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer.................. 6:45 p in. Word of Life Clubs.................................. 6:45 p in Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship .8:30 a m X 11 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages . .9:45 a.m. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service.........................6 .40 p in Pioneer Cluh (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6 .30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6 .40 p m Youth Fellowship - Sunday ................. 6:00 p in RAY TOWXSEXD. PxMor XOKMAX KXORR. AsmkuIc PjsIoc 891-8028 • e-mail: leighton@iserv.net MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a m. Sunday School ...11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 ©lb TEtme vjLzjrEIetljobist Cljiirdj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School.,,10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royfe Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod comuuimtx and the world" Sunday Worship 9 30 a m and 6 00 p m (Child &. Adult > (During the School Year) M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitneyville Avenue, Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office. 868-0.191 www.lakesidecommumty.org Leighton Church Phone 891-9259 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Onr mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rrv P .Adams Phonr 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 High* -hr iChaef SocMMin Road> U jyUnd Ml 49C48 • 795-790- Meeting you. your friends, and sour family — right where sou'rr at - through Relc.ant Messages Dynamic Quahi y Quid Carc aad Prjframs Worship Heun 9uUam and i0 30am ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St , near Whitneyvllle Ave Church School, Sunday 9 45 a m Praise Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11.00 a tn Wed Fellowship 7:30 p m Pastor IJovd DeVomter. Sr Church Ph. 868 6810 • Pastor s Ph 897 7407 < PndepmdeaU «. 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) SundayServiceTimes 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer I |Q |XC| (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) L ■------- 1 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Hustwick St Paul Lutheran Church -jk l|| (Missouri Synod) <54th and Kraft -- Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service SsOOAM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barrier Free www iserv.net/~stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ____________ Office 89L-8688____________ UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery &. children s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or wywrgcaccdwrdi cc ffaui Cammunify Camput fwi AhiuiCiy and Senna THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m (Jr Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmeiee Momrg //orshp Mddtevie Momng Wotsr*; Sunday School (Jr. rtgfi 4 AdUts) fknery - Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evereng Jr rtgn - Grades 6-8. Wed E/erng 9 30am 1100 am 9 45am 1100am 600-800 pm 600-7 30 p.m Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 ■whitneyville bible Church 8546 WMneyvie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody, and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9 30 a m Sundc/ ’/ornng 'WorrT 1030 am Meerng ar cnape* on Ave Sunday E venng ^orshp 6 00 pm Wea fAdweek Prayer & B-be Study 7 00 p.m. 7ev ’’v’xs 3 vqgy» 6ev Scsrxx Assoc Pastor _________.‘.ec/e eooe ;_________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'February 12. 2002/Page 5 Supt. search public forum is Feb. 19 New coffee house to open Thursday bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Terry Vanderkooi and Joyce Domire and their staff will dish up ice cream treats at The Scoop in Middleville this summer, but they’ll be sharing quarters with the Midtown Cafe. Each year as school opens, The Scoop closes so that Vanderkooi and Domire can devote time and energy to their positions at Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. Now the building on Main Street in Middleville will be transformed into a coffee house with homey touches and maybe even a little ice cream to go along with the coffee. The Midtown Cafe will open at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, with some special Valentine’s treats and lots of anticipation. Rob Buelow and his wife, Amanda, originally were thinking of renting The Sco­ op’s kitchen for the home cooking catering business he wanted to start. When he was looking for a place to meet to discuss the plan over coffee he discovered there was no where downtown. The “possibilities” just opened up. he says. The Buelows, his mom, Patricia Christiansen, and her husband John Patrick and some of the staff got a quick course from their cof­ fee supplier Schuil Coffee in making cappuccino, lattes, using flavoring and much more. Amanda and Patricia will be doing most of the cook­ ing. with Rob stopping by when he is not working at his regular job as a plumber. “I am really looking for­ ward to meeting with people while I make their coffee.” he says. The Midtown Cafe will be open from 6:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and on Fridays from 6:30 a.m. until 11 p.m. Saturday hours are from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. Bakery treats from Hast­ ings Olde Time Bakery will be featured, with sand­ wiches and home cooking at lunch time and desserts to accompany the late after­ noon or night cup of coffee. Amanda is proud of the selection of teas which they have available, including the trendy Chai. The Buelows hope to cre­ ate a welcoming atmosphere and to eventually have mu­ sic, poetry, chess players and conversation. They have planned some special Valentine’s treats for their opening on Valentine’s Day. This summer The Scoop’s famous ice cream parlor at­ mosphere will share space with the Midtown Cafe’s coffee house atmosphere. “We have room to expand if we need to.” Buelow says. “1 like being part of a com­ munity gathering place. This is the right time to start a business in Middleville.” See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam I The Michigan Associa­ tion of School Boards is helping the Thomapple Kel­ logg Board of Education in the search for a new superin­ tendent. MASB consultant Gene Young will hold a public open forum at 7 p.m. Tues­ day. Feb. 19. in the middle school library. Young will provide an overview of the search proc­ ess and listen to comments from community members about the criteria used in Engagements Jeurink-Bufka There are overstuffed chairs, couches and wonderful Jerry and Deb Jeurink of coffee waiting at the Midtown Cafe inside The Scoop. Middleville are pleased to Excited about this new venture are Rob and Amanda announce the engagement of their daughter, Keri Ann Buelow and their daughters Madison and Allissa. Meeting on Europe trip will be Feb. 19 A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 19, in room 214 at TK High for anyone interested in travel­ ing to Europe next summer. TK High School teachers Linda Barton and Kelly Davidson are leading a 10day student trip to Paris, Biarritz and Provence in June 2003. Any TK student who will be in grades 9-12 during the 2002-2003 school year may be eligible to go. Parents, TK staff or other adults in the community are welcomed to join this fun and educational trip. Last summer Mrs. Barton and Mrs. Davidson took 18 TK high school students and six Middleville residents through Europe. This meeting will provide prospective participants with details of the trip, including an itinerary, travel, hotel and meal arrangements, costs and payment plan, and options for fund-raising. Anyone who may be inter­ ested in going on this trip should attend the meeting. Trip refunds will be guar­ anteed through next October and discounts are available for those who register early. Those unable to attend but would like information should call Linda Barton at 795-5400 extension 4477 or e-mail Kelly Davidson at: kdavidson@tk.kl2.mi.us. Party Goods! Lee Elementary students Valentine Candy S to Jump Rope for Heart 1/2 Off | V? -^Rainbow’s End^ § Card Shop 3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave.. Caledonia. MI 49316 Yarn, Craft & Variety s 3 616-891-1106 evaluating candidates. Young invites anyone who cannot attend to send a card to letter to him with viewpoints abut characteris­ tics and competencies of a superintendent. His address is Gene Young, consultant. Superintendent Search Serv­ ices. Michigan Association of School Boards. 1001 Centennial Way. Suite 400. Lansing, MI 48917. The deadline for com­ ments is Feb. 28. Students at Lee Elemen­ tary School will be jumping for joy and to raise money for the American Heart As­ sociation on Thursday, Feb. 14. Students will take turns jumping and some will even do some fancy jumping as well. Students at Page Elemen­ tary School will hold their Kim's Konfiiffnment “Jump Rope for Heart” even on March 20. Parent volunteers and the community help students raise money and fun at these events. Jeurink to Keith Matthew Bufka. son of Jerry and Sherry Bufka of Waterford. ML Keri is a 1997 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. She will graduate from Ferris State University in May 2002 with a bachelor of arts in public relations. Keith is a 1997 graduate of Rogers High School and is currently employed at Digital Tool and Die in Grandville. A March 9. 2002 wedding is being planned. ^Strike It | Rich! g g CASINO EXPRESS DAY TRIP Try your luck at Turtle Creek and Leelanau Sands Casinos on beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Join your Jhb fellow gamblers as they test their skills at Imb Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Slots and Poker at the place to play in Northern Michigan M Traverse City. M ■Ml Date: Saturday, March 9, 2002 ■Ml Pick up at: Middle Villa parking lot in Middleville £■ ■41 Time: 6:15 a.m. ■Ml Cost: $49.00 per person ■£ Due: with reservation Match plays from each casino. Sa Call 616-795-1606 to reserve your lucky spot. Sponsored by The Travel Store of Middleville Call today ■? M I fi* I p*- What’s Coming to Town? Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village 1821 N. East St., Hastings, MI 49058 ! 20% OFF '• RED or PINK Clothing Items ? • Sale February 1Tb thru February ‘16“’ 91 75 Cherry Valley, Suite J • Caledonia Ml rsr *o~ jq, ’Oam.-4p.m.;Mon.&wed i Oom-8 pm 891-2418 9**9 &9** • Construction plans are currently underway for Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village in Hastings, (just off of East State Street). The planned project will be a multi-phase retirement community offering: • Assisted Living and Memory Care for Seniors Opening Spring 2002 Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Dvina Managed Lomudltt. • www.leiMire-hying.tom_____ �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 12, 2002 4-H club seeks donations to fund Easter Egg Hunt by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Three years ago the Cherry Valley 4-H club was looking for a way to give to the Caledonia Commu­ nity. It just so happens that at the same time, the Village of Caledonia had to give up the annual Easter Egg Hunt. It was a perfect fit. Cherry Valley members have been sponsoring the annual event ever since. But this year there is concern about funds. The first year there seemed to be enough eggs and candy donations to take care of the event. Last year, donations were solic­ ited from local businesses. There were a lot of long hours put into the solicita­ tions. This year the club has de­ cided to ask the community to help out. They are placing donation buckets at various businesses around the com­ munity and asking for change. The donation buckets will be out from now until mid­ March. “We d like to set up Lewis Washburn BIG PINE KEY, FL Lewis Washbum, 92, of Big Pine Key. FL and formerly of Gun Lake, ML died Thursday. Jan. 10, 2002 in Naples. FL after a short ill­ ness. He was bom on Jan. 25. 1909 to Eva and Percy Washburn in Hopkins, MI. Lewis lived most of his life at Gun Lake and com­ muted to the Upjohn Company for 32 years where he worked as the manufacturing head of Soft William D. Recker Brother and sister, William Wolf and Christa Reinhart, show off the change donation buckets that will be at various Caledonia businesses to help defray the cost of the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Lakeside Park, sponsored by the Cherry Valley 4-H Club. a fund for the future so there won’t be so much work (in getting donations),” said Nancy Wolf, spokeswoman for the event. Wolf knows exactly how NOW OPEN!!! 795-0053 - Amy Novak; 13 great chil­ dren; and two great-great­ grandchildren. Lewis is remembered as a great water skier on Gun Lake and a kind and loving husband, father and friend. A small family service was held in Naples. Memorials can be made to Hospice of Naples. The Morrings Presbyterian Church, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Beachwood Society. Capsules. He retired in 1969 to big Pine Key. FL where he enjoyed life with his wife of71 years. Lucille. Lewis is also survived by his three children. Shirley (Jay) Kulp of Naples. FL and Kalamazoo. Ml. Betty Spore of Hastings. MI and Richard (Priscilla) Wash­ bum of Naples. FL and Portage. ML seven grand­ children. Mark Smith. Brian Smith. Bonnie Cantrell. Katy Hayward, Debbie Lupina. Scott Washburn and 4611 North M-37 Hwy. (below the Middle Villa Inn) ▼r j NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF ime in and see us at our new location. MON. BY APPT.; TUES, WED. THURS. 9-7; FRI. 9-5. SAT. BY APPT. much work goes into the hunt. She and several of her children were the ones solic­ iting donations last year. She also helps to pack up and hide the hundreds of plastic eggs that it takes to make this event successful. Every year some eggs must be re­ placed, plus candy must be purchased to fill the eggs. Her older son is also part of Boy Scout Troop #202. They hide and watch over the eggs the morning of the hunt. “The village can’t put any money into the hunt any more (for legal reasons), but they store the eggs for us,” said Wolf. The village office is also a donation site for the group’s event. The public is welcome to the event, taking place on March 30 at 11:00 am at Lakeside Park in down­ town Caledonia. Ages 10 and under can participate in the festivity and hunt for eggs. Wolf cautioned, “If there aren’t any donations, there won’t be a hunt. Anyone wanting to make a monetary or candy donation can drop it off at the village office.” Those interested in dona­ tion pickup also may call Nancy Wolf at 891-1809 or Lisa Siegard at 891-9384. MIDDLEVILLE William D. Recker of Middleville went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, Feb. 5. 2002 after a very brief ill­ ness. Bill served in the U.S. Air Force and was a very loving husband and father. He was preceded in death by his father. William T. Recker. He is survived by his wife, Anne; his daughter, Teresa of Middleville; his son, Ryan of East Lansing; his mother, Marjorie of Wyoming. Ml; his brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth (Virginia) of Dimondale; his brothers-in-law and sistersin law, Jim (Darlene) Ruden of Centreville. Ml. John (Barbara) Ruden of Jonesville. Ml; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thornapple Heritage Association to meet The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14 . in the community room at the Carveth Village As­ sisted-Living Retirement Home, 690 W. Main St.. Middleville. Following the business meeting, a workshop will be held on to the local settle­ ment of Native Americans and early pioneer settlers in the area. The public is wel­ come to attend this meeting and workshop, in which par­ ticipants are encouraged to bring local artifacts, memo­ rabilia and documents to share and discuss with the group. Pioneer certificate appli­ cation forms will also be available at themeeting. For more information, call Gary Finkbeiner (795- 9822), Maureen Robinson (795-3912), or Sue Rietman (795-1606). The Heritage Association is seeking addi­ tional active and/or con­ tributory members. 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MVFebruary 12. 2002/Page 7 Rolling Oaks development first phase m'ns approval by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dave Dykstra received fi­ nal preliminary approval for the first phase of the Rolling Oaks development he has designed for property from Main Street to Bender Road, abutting the former Getty Town Square property. There are 30 lots in the first phase. Entry will be from Main Street and Dyk­ stra has plans to control run­ off from the first buildings which will be modified as Ruth White 80th birthday Ruth White will be cele­ brating her 80th birthday on Feb. 15. 2002. In honor of her birthday there will be an open house on Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Caledonia American Legion Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. No gifts please. Ruth is a lifelong resident of Caledonia and drove school bus for 21 years. ment and what it will mean as members look at develop­ ment and road issues. The board will be receiv­ ing training and information on access management each Ameritech will have to in­ form the village of how spills of diesel oil will be handled if they occur. Rick Winans reported on the site plan review of Pro­ duction Solutions in the for­ mer Lescoa building. The owners of neighboring prop­ erties have agreed to drain­ age and landscaping solu­ tions. This has been a “very cooperative” effort, Winans said The commission heard an update on activities of the M-37 committee and began a review of access manage­ Friday, Feb. 15 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, cole slaw, fresh orange, milk. Monday, Feb. 18 No School Tuesday, Feb. 19 Cheesey ravioli w/garlic breadstick or cheeseburg on a bun. corn, fruit cocktail, milk. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board met in a special ses­ sion Tuesday, Feb. 5, to conduct a disciplinary hear­ ing concerning an 11th grade student. The male student was ex­ pelled because of an “issue relating to the possession of a (switchblade) knife on high school property on Jan. 15.” According to the “no tol­ erance” board policy, the board unanimously voted for expulsion of the student. Caledonia High School Assistant Principal Jim Glazier stated that the student’s fa- month. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville.Planning commission is Tues­ day, March 5. at 7 p.m. KDL branches closed Feb. 18 The 18 branches of Kent District Library and the KDL Service Center will be closed Monday. Feb. 18. so that staff may attend an in­ service training day. The libraries will open again on Tuesday. Feb. 19. and resume regular open hours. Kent District Library serves 26 communities in Kent County with 18 CHS student expelled for possessing knife TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Feb. 13 Breaded pork patty w/mashed potatoes and gravy or corn dog on a stick, or fish sticks, peas, apple­ sauce, milk. Thursday, Feb. 14 Chili w/warm soft pretzel, or pepperoni hot pocket, sea­ soned green beans, pears. Valentines Day cookie, milk the rest of the 158 lots are developed in stages. The Planning Commis­ sion also tentatively ap­ proved plans by Ameritech to install a modular genera­ tor building on the compa­ ny’s site on High Street. Terry Beaumont discussed the details of the 8.5x20x11foot unit. Ameritech will improve the driveway of the existing structure, add landscaping and make other corrections to the site as part of this pro­ ject. Before it can be installed. ther accepted and supported the ruling of expulsion for his son. In terms of the “no toler­ ance” policy, possession (of a weapon) on school prop­ erty in and of itself is grounds for disciplinary ac­ tivity, whether or not ag­ gressive actioiT has been threatened or taken place. Provisions have been made for the student and his advocate to petition the school board at a later date for re-entry into the school system. He will be required to meet a variety of criteria before any type of reinstatement can be discussed. branches. They include Al­ pine. Allo. Byron Township. Caledonia. Cascade. Com­ stock Park. East Grand Rapids. Englehardt (Lo­ well). Gaines Township. Grandville. Kentwood. Krause Memorial (Rock­ ford). Plainfield. Sand Lake. Spencer Township. Tyrone Township. Wajker and Wyoming. HASTINGS: 220 ft. of lake frontage. 3 acres Like new home. Appliances included. Immediate occupan­ cy. $139,000. Barb Getty 838-2550 Pearson-Cook Office: 891-8980 ‘Each office independently owned and operated Annual Local pedestrian struck ■ February Sale " when sun blinds motorist OFF OFF ,J PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe A 56-year-old Middleville woman was hurt Feb. 1 when another Middleville woman driving out of a Thornton Street bank park­ ing lot was momentarily blinded by the sun and struck the pedestrian, ac­ cording to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies said Roxanne O’Donnell turned left into the sun and reached up to adjust her visor when she heard and felt a “thud.” “She looked in her right side mirror and could see a person on the ground,” po- lice reported. “She immedi­ ately stopped to call 911 and render aid to the victim.” Police said the sidewalks and the road’s shoulder were snow covered and “not us­ able.” The victim, Delores Ei­ chenauer, was taken to Pen­ nock Hospital, where she was treated for minor inju­ ries. MERCHANDISE excludes sale items ■ ifc McCall Simplicity Kwik Sew patterns — 6T QUESTIONS? 218 E State St.. Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN Monday-Thursday 8 «m-5 30 pm. ' [THulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station —kc—■j-w —a— • I Q?ntu% Real Estate For The Real Worlds “Partners in Success” Caledonia -9175 Cherry Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 ’Each office independently owned and operated CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Caledonia Community Schools will be taking registrations for Fall 2002 Kindergarten and Young 5's classes. If your child is new to the district and win be five years old on or before December 1, 2002, please contact Michele at the Caledonia Community Schools Administration Office at 891-8185 for a registration packet. If you currently have children in the district, please contact the elementary building secretary where your children attend for the reg­ istration packet. 4215 Anders Rd. H XSTINGS: 220 fl. of lake frontage 3 acres. Like new home Appliances included. Immediate occu­ pancy SI39.000 Call Barb Getty 838-2550. acres with 3 bedrooms. sunroom, family room, and deck SI 76JOO Call Paul Oasis 291-0063. Why Century 21 Pearson-Cook? ♦* Internet Marketing Program *♦ Global Referral Network ♦♦ National Advertising *♦ Seller Service Pledge Many More Listings Available! For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Tom Garbovt 868-0045 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Barbara Getty 838-2550 Paul Davis 291-0063 Dave Krum 9154763 Laura Martin 891-7619 Kathy Benton 262-3965 Rich McConnon 292-0859 Jim Xewhof 891-9369 (iinny Sines 901-2401 Cathy M illiamson 795-9090 �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVFebruarv 12. 2002 Four CMS 6th-graders sweep poster contest Mike Knight and Josh Lind are both happy about their second place win with this “Don’t worry, Be happy" carnival poster. Christina Mickel got to the judges appetites with her rendition of carnival pop­ corn for her first place poster win during the CMS carnival poster contest. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School students got into high gear recently for the upcoming CMS Carnival. Each year a competition is held for students to design posters advertising the carni­ val, which will be held this DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPtiillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-9a5-3512 year on Saturday, Feb. 16. from 5 to 8 p.m. This year’s winners just happened to be the “new kids on campus.” Four sixth grade students took all three top places. First place win­ ner was Christina Mickel, second pl^ce by Mike Knight and Josh Lind and third place by Andreya VanLaar. These students won small monetary awards for their imaginative creations. All students who entered “Come one, come all, under the big top” for fun, food and prizes, AndreyaVanreceived 10 tickets, good at Laar seems to invite everyone to CMS with her third place winning poster. The the redemption center during carnival is Saturday, Feb. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. the carnival. CMS CARNI1«|l Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” ’—•------- -——rT UKlreiis.il tlx »KUkt> t uiulies .ire Savuig nn city with Anto-CXvncrs Insurance f<«their hi mie ;ukl nu We home protect* rt Stip Best Brice, Quality, Service **Your One-stop Water Store** Water Softeners Iron and Odor Filters tlexiHc payment plans anJ “No Pr< Wem" claim service. Systems ... and much more Serving All Makes & Models Oh so yummy, seventhgrader Emily O. reminds everyone what carnival is all about. Just like ail the students who submitted posters for the contest, she is the recipient of 10 extra carnival redemption coupons, <Auto-Ou’nen Insurance ISSUMSCrtlBSt M^water conditioning Need wedding imitations? Stop by and check out the large * STORE HOURS Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6 pm; Saturday 8:30 am - 2 pm 9980 Cherry Valley, Caledonia (M-37) 891-0303 selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351X. M43 Highway. Hastings fetes BOB NICOLAI, Prtudent 497 Arlington St. (M-37) PO Box 99, Middleville. Ml 49333 («U) 491-4104 414 793 3301 Toll Free (400) 704 3301 Fa* (414) 793 3933 ■ �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVFebruary 12, 2002/Page 9 Preheating Key To Best Cooking Results < NAPS>—Professional chefs say preheating a pan before cooking will produce the best results The question of how long to preheat isn’t always clear Placing a hand near the heated surface? Touching a heated pan with a fingertip? Adding a drop of water and watching it dance9 The answer is somewhere between intuition and guesswork. But the cookware maker TFal has its own solution. One of its cookware ranges. Per­ fection, features T-Fal’s Thermo-Spot , a visual heat indicator built into the non­ stick coating. The indicator is a 1 ^"-diameter patterned red spot in the center of the pan. As a Perfection pan is heated on a cooktop, the pat­ tern gradually turns into a solid red spot, the signal that the pan has been preheated to the optimal temperature for best overall cooking results The cookware offers all the advantages of nonstick—easy cleanups and healthy, low-fat cooking. With nonstick and its unique ability to release food effortlessly, little or no oil or butter is needed in frying or sauteing, so recipes can be easily modified to reduce fat and calories. Perfection features saute pins that are deeper, with con­ toured sidewalls for greater cooking capacity and reduced splattering. The pans have convenient pouring rims. The cookware comes in two versions: Hard Enamel, with nonstick inside and durable hard enamel outside, and Tital Nonstick, with nonstick inside and out. Here are two delicious recipes created especially for use with nonstick cookware. VEAL WITH LEMON & CAPERS Serves 2 4 veal scallops, about 4 Nonstick cookware means lots of flavor without the fat. oz. each All-purpose flour, sea­ soned w'ith salt and pepper 2 eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 cup white wine ’/« cup capers, rinsed and drained 1 cup chicken or veal stock 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed 1. Pound the meat with a mallet until it is 1/8 inch thick, then cut into thirds and coat with the seasoned flour. Put the beaten egg in a bowl and mix together with 2 tablespoons water. Coat the veal in the egg mix­ ture, draining off any excess. 2. Preheat a T-Fal Per­ fection saute pan until the Thermo-Spot pattern turns a solid brick red spot. Add the oil and heat; add the veal and cook, in batches, for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper tow­ els, cover and keep warm while cooking the other veal slices. 3. Pour off the oil from the pan, add the wine and capers and cook for 8 minutes, or until almost dry. Add the stock and cook for 5 minutes, or until reduced by half. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. RATATOUILLE Serves 4 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips 1 large onion, sliced thin 1 <6-ounce) can tomato paste 4 vine-ripened plum tomatoes, seeded and diced 1 medium-sized egg­ plant (I’A pounds), peeled and cubed 1 medium-sized zuc­ chini, cubed lA cup chopped flat leaf, Italian parsley Caledonia, Nashville drivers hurt in crash The Kent County Sheriff and Caledonia Fire Rescue were both called to the scene of an automobile accident last Friday afternoon at 84th Street and East Beltline in Caledonia. According to police, shortly after 3:30 pm. Lori Taylor. 21, of Caledonia, was driving a Pontiac Grand Am traveling northbound on East Beltline. She then pro­ ceeded to make a left (west) turn on the yellow light at 84th Street. Taylor apparently turned Scot IV eagers now 11-3 overall The Caledonia junior var­ sity basketball team im­ proved its season record to 11-3 overall and 9-2 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 46-32 victory Friday night over Sparta. Abe Mulvihill dropped in 16 points, Zach Larson and Ryan Rogers both added seven and Matt Harp six. 1. Preheat a T-Fal Per­ fection saute pan until the Thermo-Spot pattern turns a solid brick red spot Add oil and heat. Add garlic, peppers and onion and saute five minutes. Add remaining ingredi­ ents except the parsley, mixing well. Cover and cook approximately 45 minutes or until vegeta­ bles are fork tender. 2. Add parsley. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper. and lost twice Saturday at the Belding Tournament. The Fighting Scots de­ feated Morley-Stanwood 151. 15-6, and bested reed City 15-13, 15-10. They lost 1510. 16-14 to Wyoming Rogers and 18-16, 15-12 to Cedar Springs, failing to make it out of pool play. into the path of Jessica Rowley. 25. of Nashville who was traveling south­ bound on East Beltline and passing through the intersec­ tion on the yellow light. Police say Row ley 's Jeep landed on its side, pinning her in the vehicle. Both Rowley and Taylor were taken to Spectrum Butter­ worth Hospital with non­ life threatening injuries. Taylor received a citation for the accident. Police caution anyone turning on a yellow light. "It's important to remem­ ber that when you are turn­ ing left on (a) yellow (light), wait for the approaching ve­ hicle to (either) stop or clear the intersection." said Dep­ uty Roger Parent of the Kent County Sheriffs office. “Even if the light turns red. while you're in the intersec­ tion. under the light, you have the right to clear the in­ tersection. People shouldn't feel rushed. Make sure you know what that other (vehi­ cle) is doing." MTSS ELECTRIC • Industrial • Commercial • Residential Excellent service at reasonable rates. Free estimates. Contact David at 616-893-2364 Middleville Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s Valentine’s Day Stop smoking... Scot frosh spikers split at Belding Invitational The Caledonia freshman volleyball team won twice Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, then transfer the sauce to a small sauce­ pan (keeping the saute pan on one side). Whisk in the butter, without allowing the sauce to boil. Adjust the season­ ing. adding more lemon juice if necessary. 4. Transfer the veal to the skillet, pour in the sauce, cover and leave for 2 minutes before serving. It s the way insurance should be. 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Ml/February 12, 2002 Emmons Lake students runs across Australia Emmons Lake physical education teacher Todd Holstig cheered his students for their outstanding performances in running across Australia. Emmons Lake Elementary students ran 104,300 laps around their gym for a to­ tal of 3,725 miles to complete their “Run across Australia" challenge. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Students at Emmons L^akc Elementary gathered last MSRP SAVE Thursday to celebrate their triumph of running clear across Australia, yet they didn’t even have to travel $25,057 -5,469 Selling Price. out of the Caledonia area. The students have been working since Oct. 22 to run enough laps to count the s19,588 " Plus tax. title & plate Rebate to dealer. PLUS 5.9% FINANCING for 60 MONTHS miles across Australia. That first day they achieved 50 laps for a total of 68 miles. Since then they have run a combined total of 104.300 laps giving them a whop­ ping 3,725 miles of run time. In true Emmons Lake fashion, the students didn’t only run for fitness; they also learned about the places and customs of Australia along the way. Last Thursday the stu­ dents were rewarded with an assembly where physical education teacher, Todd Holstig, accompanied by the other Emmons Lake teach­ ers, cheered them on. “You did outstanding.” announced Holstig. “You ran further than last year!” The students “ran across” America last year, but it didn’t require as many miles. The assembly also fea­ tured Michael Skupin. of “Survivor - The Outback” fame. The students were excited to find out some of Skupin’s background, such as he’s married and the father of three, soon to be four chil­ dren, and that he is from Michigan. But one of their greatest thrills, besides hear­ ing about his adventures in Australia, was when they found out that he has skated with retired Red Wings Michael Skupin, of “Survivor - The Outback” fame, was the featured speaker of the "Run across Australia" celebration assembly. players. Whether running across America, Australia, or any other place in the world. the champions are the stu­ dents and their quest for knowledge, health and fit­ ness. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes valentine vehicles Full warranty, air, cruise, fog lamps, automatic. MSRP SAVE /■ MB MB $22,200 Selling Price... W Ptos tax & ptete Rebate to dealer PLUS 5.9% FINANCING for 60 MONTHS Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-94S-2425_________ wwwQdlsett.com sg*/ Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 616-891-5868 • 9379 CHERRY VALLEY J ----- - > �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 12. 2002 Page 11 Scot grapplers take 4th in O-K Gold meet Caledonia wrestlers earned nine medals en route to a fourth-place finish at the O-K Gold Conference meet Saturday. Hastings won the meet and the conference title with 205.5 points, followed by Sparta with 154. Caledonia finished with 140 points, only four points behind third-place Cedar Springs (144). “It was an overall bal­ anced day, which made it a perfect day performance­ wise” for the Scots, said Caledonia coach Jim Maxim. “I want to give con­ gratulations to (Hastings coach) Mike Goggins and the Saxons of Hastings for winning the championship. They won it with class. He should be very proud of those kids and so should the community of Hastings.” Maxim said he was proud of his own medalists, led by conference champs Jake Klapmust, Matt Kilmartin and Brandon Cance. The great efforts of two unseeded Scots also drew high praise from the coach. “Jimmy Haisma and James Anderson turned in some Rocky Balboa’ per­ formances to earn fourth­ place medals. They made up for some kids we thought would place, but didn't.” Maxim said the Scots got “stellar performances” from Caleb Zandstra and Steve Marion, who both placed third. Tyler Gamelin placed second, and Seth Temple was fourth. Ryan Dykhouse scored three team points for Cale­ donia, and Chris Hanna Amy Lou Barnaby scholarships available Caledonia High School seniors interested in apply­ ing for one of the Amy Lou Barnaby Memorial Scholar­ ships should pick up an application form at the stu­ dent services office. This scholarship trust was established by Merle and Dixie Barnaby, parents of im?sx t ils graduate Amy Lou Barnaby, who died in the fall of that same year. A scholarship may pro­ vide a maximum of $ I ,(XX) a year to recipients, who are chosen by a selection com­ mittee and announced at graduation. The selection committee interviews the finalist after all applicants have been screened by a high school staff committee. To qualify, a student must have: • Maintained a grade point average of 2.0 or better. • Demonstrated all-around ability in various school and non-school activities. • Displayed a good moral character and firmness of purpose. • Financial need (a prima­ ry factor to be considered). • Filed a written applica­ tion no later than April 1 of the senior year. The scholarships may be renewed at the discretion of the selection committee. Names of the scholarship winners also are engraved on a special plaque, which hangs in the high school. Amy Barnaby has been described by high school staff members as an out­ standing young lady, admired by her peers and the faculty at CHS for her lofty goals and her struggle to accomplish them. “Amy is remembered as a special person, who through her kindness, warmth and courage, earned the respect, love and admiration for all of us,” wrote a Caledonia staff member who worked closely with her while she attended CHS. earned one point. Other Scots competing were David Villareal. Corey Kilmartin and senior Ron Root. Team state district com­ petition begins Wednesday at 6 p.m., when Caledonia will be host for a strong four-team field, including Wayland and state-ranked Allegan (No. 4) and Mid­ dleville (No. 5). The Scots and Trojans will face off in the first round. One team out of the four will advance to regional competition next week. It was Seniors' Night Thursday, and the Caledonia w restling team celebrated in a big way with a convincing 66-5 dual meet victory' over O-K Gold Conference oppo­ nent Hudsonville Unity Christian. Coach Jim Maxim re­ ported that all senior team members won in their final home matches. The list in­ cluded Tyler Gamelin. an 82 winner; Rory Root, who took a 16-1 technical fall; Jacob Klapmust, who pinned his opponent in 3:03; James Anderson, who regis­ tered his pin in 3:01; Steve Marion with a 16-1 techni­ cal fall; Chris Hanna with a 20-9 major decision: and Seth Temple, who won by default. Other winners during the evening for the Fighting Scots were Corey Kilmartin 16-10. Ryan Dykehouse 213. Caleb Zandstra 20-4. Zach House a 19-second pin. Brandon Cance a pin in 1:28 and Matt Kilmartin by forfeit. Maxim said he was pleased with the effort from David Villarreal, who avoided getting pinned by his very experienced oppo­ nent. Junior varsity wrestlers who won matches were Adam Rohrer. 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It doesn’t matter if you’re an 80 year-old grandmother who mishxik a “3” for a “2,” or a hardened criminal writ­ ing a bad check for $ 1.000s, and then skipped out. This activity will be reported as a crime committed to the sher­ iff’s department, and an hon­ est mistake may become a criminal record. There is no margin for miscalculations for anyone writing a check. Grandma, on a fixed income, must be very careful because there is no nx>m for any addition or subtraction errors in her checkbixik. She must also rely totally on her bank statements as being correct. A dollar off in her check book balance could mean the difference between being tainted a criminal, or a non-criminal in Caledonia. Will Grandma have to hire an attorney and go to court and prove that she's not a lawbreaker, is just an errant bookkeeper with bad eye­ sight? It’s the responsibility of all. before an amount is writ­ ten. a name is signed, and a personal check handed to a merchant, that appropriate funds will cover the amount. It is a crime to write a bad check, and it’s also extreme­ ly embarrassing for most of us (who are not criminals) to be notified that we may have subtracted wrong. Now our mistakes will be open for public record and scrutiny, and our errors can be pub­ lished. Our local officials have provided merchants in Caledonia the tools to not just recover bad checks through this enforcement company, but the ability to expropriate additional $25 fines from innocent and well intended customers. All check violalion(s) may be prosecuted and the spotlight of public humiliation could be aimed onto an unknowing person with guileless intent. Government intrusion has expanded into the average citizen’s life. It has the bless­ ing of the majority of our Caledonia Township offi­ cials. and the trap to snare legitimate criminals in our community now drags in the innocent. This type of enforcement is active in only 20 communities in Michigan, so it’s unknown how or why Caledonia is the target for this type of harass­ ment to annoy and embar­ rass citizens doing business in Caledonia. This letter is meant as a warning to anyone doing business and writing checks in Caledonia. Before a check is written, please do one of these three things: 1) Be absolutely sure of the balance in your check­ book. 2) Ask your merchant if his/her business partici­ pates in this enforcement program. 3) Only do busi­ ness with the merchants in Caledonia who recognize the difference between a neighbor’s honest mistake and a criminal. Kristine Apol, Caledonia CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 6th day of February, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Bujak, Robertson, Stauffer ABSENT: Bravata The following ordinance was offered by Harrison supported by Snyder. ORDINANCE NO. 02-2Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the zoning ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Rezoning Application of P&L Company— 5320 68th Street. S.E. and 6851 & 6871 Broadmoor Avenue) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1, The Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District and the R-R Rural Residential District to the HC-Highway Commercial District: That pari of the North 165 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 lying Westerly of the centerline of State Trunk Line M-37; and also Part of the Northeast 1/4 commencing 990 feet West and 165 feet South of the Northeast comer of said section; thence South parallel with the East section line 330 feet; thence East parallel with the North section line 283 feet, more or less, to the centerline of State Trunk Line M-37; thence Northwesterly along said centerline 379 feet, more or less, to a point 165 feet South from the North section hne; thence West parallel with the North section line 109 feet, more or less to beginning, and also That pari of the South 66 feet of the North 561 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 tying Westerly of the centerline of Broadmoor Avenue; also the South 330 feet of the North 495 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 except the East 990 feet, all m Section 7; Town 5 North Range 10 West. Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan Section 2 This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation AYES All NAYS None ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Bryan Harrison Township Supervisor Patricia Snyder Township Clerk First Reading January 16, 2002 Second Reading February 6 2002 Ordinance becomes effective February 19, 2002 I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordnance adopted by the Township Board of the Charier Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that pubtoc notice of such meeting was given as provided by law. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP FEBRUARY 6. 2002 Present: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer. Absent: Bravata. Also Present Manager Plan­ ner Zylstra. Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palm­ er and several citizens The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Super visor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to Add item 10K telephone system Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwen to remove 10J Development Agreement. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Move Harrison, sec­ ond Cardwell to move items 10F and 10G to directly after 10A. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Snyder to approve the con­ sent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Bujak discussed Planning Commission meeting activities Harrison dis­ cussed letters from the airport. Center for Environmental Studies, and letter regarding the Fire Department. CORRESPONDENCE: None MOTION - REGARDING HVAC BILLING FOR ALASKA HALL: Moved Harrison, second Bujak to approve payment for HVAC at the Alaska Hall Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PRESENTATION BY JERRY FELIX, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GRAND VALLEY METROPOLITAN COUNCIL*: Jerry Felix gave pre­ sentation regarding the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council and all of it’s agencies. Discussion was held. APPOINTMENT/CONFIRMATION - TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION: Moved Harris­ on, second Bujak to apoint Mike Mercier to the Planning Com­ mission. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION - ADDITIONAL LIQUOR LICENSE ALLOCA­ TION: Discussion was held Bruce Higgins, owner of Monterey Grill and Subway would like to have a license for banquets. Anna Castile-Martin owner of Rosita's would like the license so customers may have a drink with their meal. Keith Oosterhaven of Big ‘Ol Fish House would like the license to enhance their business and allow customers to have a dnnk with their dinner. Brian SiNeman would like to request a license on behalf of the managing part­ ner of the Hiiton that will be opening near 60th St. and M-6 RESOLUTION - A RESOLU­ TION TO ESTABLISH CON­ STRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS': Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Stauffer to adopt a resolu­ tion to establish a Construction Board of Appeals and rescind any former Construction Board of Appeals Roll call vote. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - COST-SHARE GRANT TO ADOPT LOCAL WETLAND ORDINANCE: Moved Robertson, second Bujak to apply for a cost-share grant to adopt a local wetland ordinance Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCE - 2ND READ­ ING - REQUEST BY P & L COMPANY, L.L.C. TO RE­ ZONE PARCEL NUMBERS 41.23.07.200.003, 41.23.07. 200.004 AND 41.23.07.200.036, FROM C-2, GENERAL BUSI­ NESS AND R-R, RURAL RESI­ DENTIAL TO HC, HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL. PROPERTIES COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5320 68TH STREET, 6851 BROAD­ MOOR AVENUE AND 6871 BROADMOOR AVENUE: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to adopt an ordinance to rezone parcel numbers 41.23.07.200. 003, 41.23.07.200 004 and 41.23.07.200.036, from C-2 General Business and R-R Rural Residential to HC, Highway Commercial. Proper­ ties commonly known as 5320 68th Street, 6851 Broadmoor Avenue and 6871 Broadmoor Avenue. Roll call vote. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - RECOMMENDA­ TION FROM THE SEARCH COMMITTEE FOR THE POSI­ TION OF PROGRAMS SPE­ CIALIST': Moved Robertson, second Bujak to hire Elizabeth Macicak for the position of Program Specialist. Ayes: Harrison, Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer. Nay: Cardwell and Snyder MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - CABLE TELEVI­ SION FRANCHISE FEE AUDIT: Discussion was held by board members and Fred Fleischmann regarding the signal of the cur­ rent cable provider. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to have Troy & Banks, Inc. to audit the Cable Television Franchise Fee Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. RESOLUTION - A RESOLU­ TION IN SUPPORT OF LEGIS­ LATION TO REPEAL OR SUB­ STANTIALLY AMEND THE MOBILE HOME COMMISSION ACT AND IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION TO CHANGE THE MANNER IN WHICH MOBILE HOMES WITHIN MOBILE HOME PARKS ARE TAXED: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Cardwell to adopt a resolu­ tion in support of legislation to repeal or substantially amend the Mobile Home Commission Act and in support of legislation to change the manner in which mobile homes within mobile home parks are taxed Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. TOWNSHIP TELEPHONE SYSTEM: Discussion was held BOARD COMMENT: Harrison discussed road issues, monthly report from the police, library issues, and 100th St. stoplight Bujak thanked Harrison for the Kent County Community Watch meeting held at the Fire Department on Monday. February 11. 2002. PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Nick Unger. Village Trustee discussed Independ­ ence Day Committee and requested help from citizens. He also discussed the bad signal from the Cable Fred Fleisch­ mann of Foeke Dr discussed stoplight at 100th St. and M-37 and the Township discussing their needs with the Road Commission. He also discussed Fire Department hiring issues Discussion was held regarding roads and the Township's rela­ tionship with the Kent County Road Commission ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to adjourn. Ayes. All MOTION CARRIED. Turn those unwanted items into cash. Coll 945-9554 to place o Sun £ News ACTION-ad today. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4. 2002 at 7.00 p.m , the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the applica­ tion of Jamie Wright to rezone the following described lands from R-2 Medium Density Single Family to C-1 Neighborhood Business The lands are commonly described as approximately 6700 Whitneyville (Parcel #41-23-02-451-002) and are legally described as follows That pari of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan described as; Commencing at the South 1/4 Comer of said Section, thence N 00° 1017* W 295 00 feet along the West Ime of said SE 1/4 to the place of beginning, thence N 00’10'17 W 295.00 ft along said West line; thence S 89’57'43* E 295 332 feet parallel with the South hne of said SE 1/4; thence S 00’10'17* E 295.00 feet; thence N 89’57-43* W 295.32 feet to the place of begin­ ning Parcel is subject to highway right of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 48-foot wide strip of land the centerline of which is described as Beginning at a point on the West l«ne of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan which is N 00'10'17* W 186.81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of said Section; thence N 89'54'54* E 88 71 feet; thence N 02’02’19* E 108 07 feet to the place of ending of the center­ line of said easement A copy of the proposed rezoning is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed rezoning Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the public heanng Dated February 7 2002 Patricia Snyder Township Clerk PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 310 307 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI February 12, 2002/Page 13 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUN­ TY. MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY. MARCH 7. 2002 COMMENC­ ING AT 7:30 PM AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD. MID­ DLEVILLE. MICHIGAN. CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1. ZOC 02-01-01. A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP TO ADD THE FOLLOW­ ING LIST OF PARCELS AND THEIR ZONING DISTRICTS TO THE LIST ADOPTED ON JULY 12. 2001 LIST OF PARCELS AND ZONING DISTRICTS PARCELED.NO. ZONING DISTRICT SECTION 7 245-000-10 245-015-00 245-016-00 245-017-00 245-018-00 245-019-00 245-020-00 245-022-00 245-024-00 245-025-00 245-026-00 AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG 017-025-00 017-037-00 085-005-00 085-005-10 AG RSF RSF RLF 019-001-25 019-005-10 019-009-10 019-010-03 019-015-20 019-015-30 019-015-40 RLF RSF RLF C-1 RR RR RR 155-055-00 155-068-00 VALLEY PARK SHORES #2 RLF RSF ALL RLF 031-004-00 031-005-00 031-006-00 031-007-00 205-014-00 RLF RLF RLF RLF LOT 14 B ADD “CONDOMINIUMS’ AND “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS" AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C CHANGE “DAY CARE CENTERS' TO "CARE CENTERS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE “CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY A ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS" AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. B CHANGE “DAY CARE CENTERS" TO “CARE CENTERS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY A MOVE “CEMETERIES. CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. B ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS’ AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. C CHANGE “DAY CARE CENTERS' TO “CARE CENTERS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE “CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. HOMES FOR THE AGED. AND BOARDING AND ROOMING HOUSES" AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES RESIDENTIAL LAKEFRONT A ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT* AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. C-1, COMMERCIAL OFFICE A MOVE “FUNERAL HOMES" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B MOVE “MEDICAL AND DENTAL CLINICS" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEP­ TION USES AND CHANGE TO “MEDICAL AND DENTAL OFFICES " C. CHANGE “CHILD CARE CENTERS" TO “CARE CENTERS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE C-2. COMMUNITY BUSINESS SECTION 17 SECTION 12 SEGIJQN30 A. MOVE “CHURCHES," PUBLICLY OWNED BUILDINGS." AND "EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITIES” TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B MOVE “NURSING HOMES AND ADULT FOSTER CARE FACILITIES" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AND RENAME AS "CARE CENTERS." C. DELETE “COMMUNITY BUILDINGS" FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C-3. GENERAL BUSINESS A MOVE “GREENHOUSES AND NURSERIES” TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEP­ TION USES. B. ADD “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE 1-1. INDUSTRIAL A DELETE THE LIST OF SPECIFIC BUSINESSES. ITEMS “A" THROUGH “F," WHICH ARE LIST­ ED AS "PROHIBITED USES.” REVISE-ARTICLE IV AS FOLLOWS. S£OI1QN_11 SECTION 32 120-003-00 RL EXCEPT LOT 11 IS RLF 036-003-00 036-003-10 AG STATE SE£BQN_3fi 2. ZOC 02-01-02, A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMIS­ SION TO REVISE ARTICLES II, III, V AND IX OF THE TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SIGNS AS FOLLOWS: THE FOLLOWING IS A CONDENSED LIST OF CHANGES TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SIGNS ARTICLE I! DELETE: ALL DEFINITIONS PERTAINING TO SIGNS. ARTICLE U1 ADD: “SIGNS” AS A PERMITTED USE IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS. ARTICLE V ADD: SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGNS. ARTICLE IX DELETE: THE EXISTING ARTICLE IX AND REPLACE WITH NEW WORDING LISTING: A ALL SIGN DEFINITIONS. B. THE TYPES OF SIGNS PROHIBITED BY THE ORDINANCE. C THE TYPES OF SIGNS EXEMPT FROM SITE PLAN REVIEW. D. THE SIZE. NUMBER AND TYPE OF SIGNS AND SIGN STRUCTURES ALLOWED ON EACH PARCEL OF LAND IN EACH ZONING DISTRICT E. ALLOWANCE FOR SPECIAL SIGN TYPES NOT SPECIFICALLY MENTIONED IN THE ARTI­ CLE. F. THE REQUIRED SETBACKS FROM ALL PROPERTY LINES G. THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT ALLOWED FOR EACH TYPE OF SIGN AND SIGN STRUCTURE. H ALLOWANCE FOR SIGN ILLUMINATION I. LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS. J PERMIT FEES 3. ZOC 02-01-03. A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMIS­ SION TO REVISE ARTICLES III AND IV OF THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AS FOLLOWS THE FOLLOWING IS A CONDENSED LIST OF CHANGES TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES ARTICLE HI REVISE ARTICLE III AS FOLLOWS ZONING DISTRICT. AGRICULTURE A MOVE "GREENHOUSES- TO PERMITTED USE FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. B ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS’ AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C CHANGE "DAY CARE CENTERS' TO “CARE CENTERS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL A MOVE “CEMETERIES. CHURCHES AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS’ AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES. C. CHANGE 'GROUP HOMES' TO ’CARE CENTERS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE “GOLF COURSES' AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE rural RESIDENTIAL A MOVE “CEMETERIES. CHURCHES AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS’ TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES A ADD THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES "CARE CENTERS" AND "NURSING HOMES," PROVIDED THE APPLICANT CAN PROVE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION THE NEED FOR THE FACILITY AND THE PROPERTY IS SUITABLE FOR THE USF B. ADD “CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENTS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE IV." C. ADD “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS, SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE VII " D. ADD “RECREATIONAL FACILITIES. PROVIDED THEY ARE PUBLICLY OWNED AND OPER­ ATED. ALL APPLICANTS SHALL PROVIDE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: A. THE RESULTS OF A STUDY. BY AN INDEPENDENT THIRD PARTY. PROVING (1) THE NEED FOR THE FACILITY AND THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO CAN BE EXPECT­ ED TO USE THE DEVELOPMENT ON A DAILY BASIS. (2) THE ADDITION OF THE FACILITY WILL NOT BE DETRIMENTAL TO THE ENVIRON­ MENT OF THE AREA, INCLUDING ANY BODIES OF WATER. (3) THE PROPERTY ON WHICH THE FACILITY IS TO BE DEVELOPED IS OF ADEQUATE SIZE TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED FACILITY AND ITS USERS. B. LETTERS FROM: (1) THE BARRY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT INDICATING THEIR APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED SITE AND DEVELOPMENT AND THE WATER AND SEWERAGE PLANS (2) THE GUN LAKE WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY INDICATING THEIR APPROVAL OF THE SITE AND DEVELOPMENT AND THAT THEIR FACILITIES CAN HANDLE THE WASTE AND WATER REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE PUBLIC WATER AND SEWER UTILITIES PROVIDED THEY ARE LOCATED WITHIN TWO HUNDRED (200) FEET OF THE PROPERTY AND ALL UTILITIES SHALL BE LOCATED UNDERGROUND. E. MAKE SEVERAL MINOR WORDING CHANGES THROUGHOUT THE EXISTING ARTICLE NOT AFFECTING THE PRESENT MEANING OR REQUIREMENTS F. fiBAVEL MINING; CHANGE THE REQUIRED SETBACK AREA FROM “SEVENTY-FIVE FEET” TO “TWO-HUNDRED FEET.” G. HOME OCCUPATIONS: DELETE THE USE OF ACCESSORY BUILDINGS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS H OPEN AIR MARKETS: CHANGE THE “THIRTY FOOT ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY SETBACK" REQUIREMENTS TO “IN CON FORMITY WITH THE REQUIRED SETBACK LINES FOR THE PROPERTY" I. SANITARY LANDFILLS. A. CHANGE DISTANCE DISPOSAL SITE MUST BE FROM ADJACENT PARCELS FROM THREEHUNDRED FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET. B. CHANGE DISTANCE DISPOSAL AREA MUST BE FROM ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY FROM ONE HUNDRED-FIFTY FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET. C CHANGE DISTANCE PROCESSING FACILITIES MUST BE FROM PROPERTY LINES FROM TWO-HUNDRED-FIFTY FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET. A FULL COPY OF THE CHANGES IS AVAILABLE AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL. 4 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION, DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. SIGNED, WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION, RESERVES THE RIGHT, AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING. TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDI­ VIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY. REASONABLE, AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED, UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INViTED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PAR­ TICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S). CATHY STRICKLAND, SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION 306 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 12, 2002 Business expansion resisted, from page 1 from 1991 which gave the business permission to oper­ ate on the site as long as DenHartigh wanted. Continuing at the same level would present no prob­ lem, but continued expan­ sion on property zoned for residential use conflicts with the township s zoning in that area. He said he had also agreed that if the company wanted to change anything, it had to go through the Planning Commission. Change had been granted in 1996, in lieu of written documentation in 1993 for the agreement not to expand by DenHartigh. Written documentation for his agree­ ment in 1996 supports the restrictions. Planner Dave Zylstra said the Planning Commission is not empowered to grant a re­ quest to allow expansion of a non-conforming use, and the previous agreement should be honored. Commissioner Wally Bujak was in favor of follow­ ing through with the 1996 agreement. Warner agreed, though he said DenHartigh ran a nice business. He re­ minded DenHartigh agreed in 1996 to not store things outside. Commissioner Duane Gtlnnink said permission for special uses creates prob­ lems when businesses ex­ pand. "How far do we let you go?" He referred to the previous agreement, when the expansion was meant to stop. Commissioner John Finkbeiner said the problem was that this was a non-conform­ ing use in a residential area. MEETING NOTICE CHANGE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP REGULAR SCHEDULED BOARD MEETING 284 N. BRIGGS ROAD, MIDDLEVILLE Ml 49333 (616) 795-9091 Meeting Change FROM “FEBRUARY 14. 2002“ TO: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2002 TIME: 7:30 PM LOCATION: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Road Middleville, Ml 49333 This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 10 days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board A copy of this notice is on file in the office of the clerk. Janice C. Lippert Date and time of posting: February 1st, 2002, 1 p.m. but said the owner was do­ ing a good job. saw the need for the additional buildings and said the tax base would increase as a result. He spoke in favor of growing businesses. Later he voted in support of the request. Commissioner Ric Parent was against overturning agreements made with appli­ cants because of the prece­ dent it would set. After a motion to deny his request. DenHartigh com­ mented that a barn which blew down on the other side of 68th street, could possibly become a site for his busi­ ness expansion if rebuilt to the same size. His opinion was that expansion on the current site would be better than on the other side of the street where the barn was, creating increased traffic and access problems. Though DenHartigh was of the opinion that this op­ tion was available, that building site is not zoned for commercial use at this time. Stacy and Angela Snyder requested an amendment to a previously granted request for a kennel on the east side of Cherry Valley between 84th and 76th streets. The original special use request made in January of 2001 was approved later by the Caledonia Township Board. The applicants originally asked to alter an existing barn on the properly. The kennel was to accommodate an average of 30 dogs on an ongoing basis. At peak times it would house up to 50 dogs. Dajtime hours for use of an outdoor area would be limited to between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. After those times the dogs would be entirely enclosed in individual units and 15 indoor dog runs. The applicants said they planned to include extra sound insulation in the structure. Experts were to be consulted in planning the construction of the building to ensure the highest quality and be up to the most recent standards, one applicant said. One feature would in­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN elude a septic system spe­ cially constructed for use by kennels, and the waste would be routinely hauled away. Waste would not be allowed to contaminate ground water. The facility would be heated and air conditioned. Care of animals would be provided according to health department and other animal health standards, including any required veterinary care for animals boarded. The applicants said in ad­ dition to the noise mitigation included in the structure, the run areas and building would be 170 feet from the nearest neighboring property (to the north). A well devel­ oped stand of blue spruce was to remain standing along the front of the prop­ erty. No neighbor's home could be seen from the loca­ tion, it was said. Stacy Snyder appeared to make the amended request for a 12,000-square-foot fa­ cility, more than three times as large. The old barn was 40 x 96 feet, or 3,840 square feet. The new facility would increase the original plan for an average of 30 dogs to 60 or 70, with additional runs. Adding 64 indoor runs was the major reason for the in­ creased space, but a devia­ tion that greatly concerned the commissioners. Snyder explained she and her mother had obtained es­ timates and suggestions from builders who felt that remodeling the old structure was not feasible, and to in­ corporate sound mitigation, cement and septic construc­ tion, a new building would be a better plan. The new structure could be placed even farther away from the neighbors, she said. It would be constructed by a contrac­ tor that specializes in build­ ing kennels with sound bar­ riers and septic systems. Snyder said working with different people to obtain a suitable plan and dealing with the problems encoun­ tered, resulted in going over her Jan. 8 limit. She had regularly been in touch with Planner Dave Zylstra, how­ ever, who said extending her expired permit could be jus­ tified. She was granted an­ other year's extension. Several details and condi­ tions were attached to the special use permit granted in 2001. which would be an al­ lowable use in a rural resi­ dential zone (then and now), but changed to a R-l. me­ dium density residential zone for the future land use plan for the area, adopted soon after. The change de­ fined the plan for the area to be different than it was when the applicants were granted their request. The commissioners ex­ pressed a desire not to en­ courage any more commer­ cial operations along Cherry Valley, and feared approv­ ing the much larger kennel proposal would invite other such unplanned uses, and lead to the street becoming another commercial strip rather than a residential area. Already located in the area are other businesses, a landscaping business, a communications tower and a farm. Lepard Park, if built, would be located across the road. Commissioners felt the increased size now asked for indicated plans for a major commercial operation and stressed the applicant should downsize the request. A site plan was asked for, with a suggestion to table her re­ quest, which was done. Snyder agreed to come up with a plan closer to the original request. Last year, Snyder wanted to buy the house on the par­ cel, contingent on beg al­ lowed to build the kennel at that location, as she said she would find a different site if this did not work out. With approval, she would purchase from her parents, 12 to 15 acres of the 31-acre parcel. If the property were sold in the future, commis­ sioners said the special use would be sold with the prop­ erty. A reason given last year to set up a kennel was the community has a need for kennels, and the growth of population would help sup­ port the business with enough clients. The appli­ cant said alternatives would be to locate her kennel in lo­ cations farther away from population centers, making the venture a risky one. There are other kennels in the township; one a facility that can accommodate up to 150 animals, and which had received no conplaints over noise, it was reported last year. Another request by Rick and Debra Kelch for a new accessory building for a spe­ cial use on Cherry Valley Avenue will require a public hearing, which was resched­ uled for March 4. Commissioners have ex­ perienced a pattern of re­ quests by owners to change accessory buildings and ex­ pand uses in situations where businesses outgrow facilities, or where land is sold, subdivided and where the special use continues with the parcel. Parent stressed it was extremely important to record the com­ mission's expectations and applicant's agreements which become terms of the special use. so they can be supported in the future. Liquor license, from page 1 by which to make a judg­ ment that would contribute to long term planning. He said development would re­ sult in a lot of pressure from along the M-37 corridor to recommend this license. He said he wanted it to be fair Some townships appar­ ently haved set criteria and have withheld a recommen­ dation for as long as a year. Harrison said Ada Township has required the establish­ ment to keep liquor sales at a certain ratio to food sales before recommending a li­ cense. A downtown development association in an area has al­ lowed some areas to succeed in getting more licenses to come through, Clerk Pat Snyder said. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week For Sun & News ACT/ON-Ads/ PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4, 2002. at 7:00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Han, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the applica­ tion of John Lepard to consider an amendment to the previously approved Lepard Park Planned Unit Development (PUD) The lands are commonly desenbed as 7920 Broadmoor Avenue (Parcel 441-23-17-226-006). 7777 Cherry Valley Avenue (Parcel #41-23-17-226-008), and 7911 Cherry Valley Avenue (Parcel #41-23-17-226-010) and are legally desenbed as follows 7920 Broadmoor Avenue Part NE 1/4 COM AT E 14 COR TH N ALONG E SEC LINE 330 FT TH W PAR WITH E&W 1 /4 LINE 660 FT TH N PAR WITH E SEC LINE 1320 FT TH E PAR WITH E&W 1 '4 LINE 660 FT TO E SEC LINE TH N ALONG E SEC LINE TO A PT 233 FT S ALONG E SEC LINE FROM NE COR OF SEC TH W PAR WITH N SEC LINE 233 FT TH N PAR WITH E SEC LINE 233 FT TO N SEC LINE TH W ALONG N SEC LINE TO NW COR OF NE 1/4 TH S ALONG N&S 1 4 LINE TO CL OF HWY M37,BROADMOOR AVE/TH SELY ALONG SD CL TO E&W 1 4 LINE TH E TO BEG ’SEC 17 T5N R10W 7777 Cherry Valley Avenue N 330 FT OF S 1650 FT OF E 660 FT OF NE 1 '4 ’SEC 17 T5N R10W 7911 Cherry Valley Avenue N 330 FT OF S 660 FT OF E 660 FT OF NE IM ’SEC 17T5N R10W A copy of the proposed major PUD amendment rs on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan dunng Townsnip office hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the pro­ posed amendment to the PUD Written comments may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubke heanng PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4. 2002. at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commiss-on of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia Michigan concerning the appli­ cation of Allan and Diana Hudson to consider an amendment to an approved Planned Unit Development (PUD), and to rezone the removed portion of the PUD to C-2 General Commercial The lands are commonly described as 7105 Broadmoor Avenue and legally described as follows THAT PART OF E 216 FT OF N 3/4 E 1/2 NE 1/4 LYING S OF CL OF STL M37 ’SEC 7 T5N R10W A copy of the proposed major PUD amendment is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk 250 Maple Street, Caledonia Michigan, dunng Township office hours Ail interested persons may attend the public heanng and comment upon the pro­ poses PUD zoning ordinance amendment Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the public hearing Dated February 5 2002 Dated. February 5 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 308 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 309 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Mi/Fetxuary 12. 2002/Page 15 Shagbark developer seeks construction board appeal by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A recent request the Shag­ bark .development for an ap­ peal to a Construction Board of Appeals has created a need for Caledonia Town­ ship officials to create a board that was only previ­ ously alluded to on paper. It is the first appeal of its kind for years. Officials will be seeking members to serve on the board they hope the posi­ tions can be filled by the next meeting on Feb. 20. To be sure the appeals board totally meets legal re­ quirements, the board passed a resolution to estab­ lish a Construction Board of Appeals prior to appointing members to serve. The reso­ lution rescinded any previ­ ous boards which may have been created. The appeal was made by Lee VanPopering over the township's decision to with­ hold building permits to the developer of the Shagbark condominium complex until the ongoing flooding prob­ lem in the neighborhood has been corrected. The Construction Board of Appeals will be a quasi-judi­ cial board with the authority to overturn the Township Board decision, although their decision would not be the final one, and cither the Township Board or the ap­ plicant could go to the State Construction Board or to the court system to obtain a fi­ nal decision. In other business, the board unanimously ap­ proved a furnace improve­ ment for Alaska Hall at over $9,000. Last year, several items to be repaired in the hall were advised by the township's building commit­ tee, and by the building in­ spector. before the building would be up to code for public use. Last summer and fall, the township agreed to work with Little Lambs Preschool to improve Alaska Hall, a group which found several resources for making repairs at a lower cost. A furnace repair, after bids were obtained was expected to be at $4,500. but during the process, it was found firewalls and dampers were also needed, increasing the cost dramatically. The com­ pany doing the work was asking for $12,000 to com­ plete the repair, but after discussion withdrew, leav­ ing the building with no fur­ nace at all. Another bid for over $9,000 was made and accepted. Trustee Wally Bujak said he thought that making re­ pairs to the township owned Alaska Hall was a good in­ vestment and though this was not forseen, thought the board would still have made the repairs eventually, be­ cause of public safety con­ cerns with the old furnace. Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison said the lease agreement with Little Lambs included the township responsibility for repairs. Though the added cost had been a surprise and frustration, he said he thought this was the best choice in the long run. in other business handled by the board: • Caledonia Township is experiencing serious tele­ phone system problems, re­ ported last Wednesday. Bids for telephone voice mail systems ranged from $8,184 to $11,600 plus additional equipment and service charges. An answering machine may be set up to take eve­ ning and building depart­ ment calls until a better so­ lution can be found. Ameritech services will also be investigated. • The board recommended hiring Betsy Macicak to serve as programs specialist at a salary of $30,950. A major portion of her duties will be in ordinance enforce­ ment, a function not filled for several months. She would also serve as a liaison to the ZBA. Eager to start the job, Ma­ cicak has served as a police enforcement officer for 18 years and was highly recom­ mended by her career asso­ ciates. She will begin Mon­ day Feb. 11. Clerk Pat Snyder thought the job title should be changed to more accurately reflect the character of the job. Snyder said someone who could help in the office with computer equipment problems was still needed to cover those duties. Outside computer support will be re­ lied on until another solution is found. • The board approved re­ zoning several parcels along Broadmoor to Highway Commercial. The project planned for the area is to be a strip mall or retail center, to start in spring of this year and perhaps be finished by 2003. • Approval to authorize a Cable Television Franchise Fee Audit by Troy and Banks Consultants was given. The company keeps 50 percent of any refunded amounts. Snyder said the township asks for 3 percent of consumers’ fees. She wanted to be sure the users were not being charged up to 5 percent by the cable company. Quality of the TV channel reception has declined re­ cently, but not due to the transmission quality at the towqship office, Harrison said. The township signifi­ cantly upgraded its portion of the equipment in 2001. • A resolution to support legislation to repeal or amend the Mobile Home Commission Act and in sup- port of legislation to change the manner in which mobile homes within mobile home parks are taxed was unani­ mously passed by the board. The resolution will join an­ other passed in Cannon Township. Homeowners are charged $3 per month, though park property owners reportedly pay huge amounts in taxes. Trustees thought different assessment criteria were needed. • The board approved township pursuit of a $1,000 cost-shared grant for adopt­ ing a wetland ordinance. The offer comes from the Wetlands Foundation of West Michigan. • Trustee Wally Bujak made a brief report to the Township Board, acting as liaison between the Planning Commission and the board. He reported the Consultant Ken Dettloff had provided a schedule for proposed meet­ ings dealing with various zoning ordinance sections to be completed by the end of June. Bujak said the commis­ sion had completed review of the Open Space Preserva­ tion chapter, of Parking, Loading and Access Man­ agement, Non-Conforming Uses, amendments to the Highway Commercial Dis­ trict and to the lighting. He said the commissioners were about half way through the Broadmoor overlay district ordinance. Bujak said the new chair of the commission was Ar­ chie Warner, who was doing a great job and taking his position very seriously. He said he thought Warner was up to the challenge pre­ sented by the schedule to complete the zoning ordi­ nance. Planner Dave Zylstra said public hearings connected with the ordinance sections must be held by the commis­ sion before they come to the board for approval. • CES report: The Center for Environmental Studies will host a meeting on March 14 at the Grand Rap­ ids Township offices to give information on wetland ordi­ nances. • Metro Council Execu­ tive Director Jerry Felix pre­ sented an overview of the vahous activities and serv­ ices provided by Metro Council. The council is an organization of governmen­ tal units which coordinates and plans common interests and projects ‘between the various groups around Grand Rapids. The council has no authority to impose jurisdiction of any kind and is supported largely by membership dues. Felix mentioned various ways the Metro Council could di­ rectly help Caledonia Town­ ship officials with its own planning. 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Ml/Fetxuary 12. 2002/Page 17 Trojan eagers dealt loss from Hamilton Friday night dealt a se­ vere blow to Middleville’s hopes of earning or sharing an' O-K Blue Conference basketball crown this sea­ son. The Hawkeyes, behind a blistering first half, defeated coach Kurt Holzheuter’s group 78-69 in a contest that was made as close as it was in the late stages. Hamilton took advantage of all-too-frequent Trojan turnovers in the first half while streaking to a 39-19 lead by intermission. The Hawkeyes extended their advantage to as many as 25 points by midway in the third quarter before Mid­ dleville finally got its act to­ gether. The furious rally by the Trojans once again claim O-K Blue wrestling title Middleville once again claimed the O-K Blue Con­ ference wrestling champion­ ship Saturday by placing first in the league meet at Coopersville. Coach Tom Lehman’s Trojans, who had gone through dual meets unde­ feated during the season, ac­ cumulated 233 points, far ahead of runner-up Wyo­ ming Rogers, which had 126. Byron Center was third, Hamilton fourth, Coopersville fifth, Belding sixth and Godwin Heights seventh. It was the 11th straight year Middleville has cap­ tured the “Blue” crown, and its 14th in the last 15 sea­ sons. Middleville, which placed 13 of its wrestlers in the 14 weight classes, had seven in­ dividual champions: • Josh Bowerman, at 112 pounds, dccisioncd Kyle Slocum of Belding in the fi­ nals 11-4. • Mike McKeown, at 119, pinned Coopersville’s Jake Nowel in 3:22 in the finals. • Kyle Fletke, at 135, scored a 15-8 major decision over Hamilton’s Nick Pitsh in the finals. • Mark Price, at 160, won over Rogers' Mike Bos on an 8-0 major decision in the finals. • Matt Erb, at 189, pinned Duane Kamps of Hamilton in 4:33 in the finals. • Alec Belson, at 215, took an 8-2 decision in the finals from Ryan Wilcox of Belding. • Randy Benedict, at 275, pulled out a 3-1 decision in the finals over Joe Armour of Belding. Two other team members finished second in their weight divisions. Shawn Reil (145) lost to Coopers­ ville’s Phil Dietrich in the fi­ nals on a disqualification and Josh Tobias (171) lost by a pin in the finals to Rogers’ Todd Komoely. Other Trojan medal win­ ners were Steve Allen (125), Pal McKeown (130), Ben Scvald (140) and Justin Hoffman (152), all of whom captured thirds. Allen and McKeown both won their consolation finals matches by pins. Middleville will be at Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings Guaranteed Interest! We offer products with annual effective yields as high as 5.70% M (as of 1-2-02) Guaranteed for 5 years on Single Premium Tax-Deferred Annuities • Interest compounded tax-deferred • Guaranteed never to fall below 3% • Surrender charges may apply for early withdrawal • From Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan— Policy #LP 117(9-98) High Interest and a Lifetime Retirement Income. Call today! Lynn Denton Middleville-Nashville 1 -800-443-5253 WO MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU Caledonia Wednesday night for the team district tourna­ ment. Joining the Trojans and host Scots will be Wayland and Allegan. Middleville warmed up for the conference meet with a 56-14 win over Rogers last Thursday, completing an un­ defeated dual meet season in the Blue. TK is 29-5 overall heading into Wednesday’s team state district competitionat Caledonia, beginning at 6 p.m. The Scots and Tro­ jans square off in the first round, with the winner ad­ vancing to face cither Alle­ gan or Wayland. Allegan is ranked fourth in the state, while the Tro­ jans arc ranked fifth, and the two teams are expected to duke it out for the district ti­ tle. The district winner ad­ vances to regional competi­ tion next week. “We’re real happy with (the team),” TK coach Tom Lehman said. “We wrestled really well to end up the year and head into districts. We’re excited for Wednes­ day.” Trojans enabled them to creep to within five points with about a minute and a half to go. but Hamilton was able to pull away at the end via the usual method, by cashing in on free throws. Middleville was plagued by 26 turnovers in the game, more than twice as many as Hamilton's 12. Brian Yeazel finished with 19 points for Mid­ dleville and he collected 11 rebounds. Chris Finkbeiner also dropped in 19 points and Justin VanSpronsen chipped in 12. The loss dropped the Tro­ jans to 6-4 in the O-K Gold Conference. They now are 10-5 overall. Middleville had its game with Byron Center canceled because of the weather Feb. 1. so the Trojans were well throw line. Fortunately, we rested when they traveled to stayed with it and didn’t let up." the coach said. Belding Tuesday. Feb. 5. The Trojans ran out to a Coach Kurt Holzheuter’s team made the most of it. 15-7 lead after the first eight coming back with a 72-51 minutes and led 33-24 at the half. victory. Brian "Yeazel was the ’It was hard to really get anything going for any game’s leading scorer with stretch." said Holzheuter. 25 points. He also had i0 re­ "because there were a lot of bounds. four .steals and four whistles. But we played assists. Chris Finkbeiner had 17 very well and the kids were points, six rebounds and five able to keep their heads. "It was a very physical steals. "Zeb Truer played a real game, but we played solid solid game tonight." Holz­ and didn’t let down." Middleville was whistled heuter said. "He had five for 33 fouls in the game and points, eight rebounds and Belding was flagged 19 played solid defense." The Trojans’ game with times. "They only made 15 field Byron Center has been re­ scheduled for Wednesday, goals the whole night, but they kept going to the free Feb. 27, at Middleville. �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/February 12, 2002 TK volleyball team wins twice, takes invitational Swim club members finished their first season Thornapple Kellogg Swim Club ends season The Thornapplc Kellogg Swim Club attracted 50 swimmers ages 5-14 this year. They began practicing Call for Sun & News Hction-Ms 945-9554® 1-800-870-7985 ing a swimming stroke clinic in March with an em­ phasis on starts, turns, fin­ ishes and the four competi­ tive strokes. The cost of the clinic on March 18 and 20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. or on Saturday. March 23, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. is $10. Registration forms will be available beginning March 1 at the pool on Mondays through Thursdays after 5 p.m. Plans are under way for a summer swim club. Watch for more information in April. More information about the swim club is available on the pool hotline at 7955400, extension 4442. Dec. 1 and their effort ends this Saturday with a confer­ ence meet at Byron Center High School. The club is a member of the West Michigan Swim league under the coaching of Denise Chamberlain, Carrie Page. Pete Beaudoin and Terri VanderKooi. This year the club com­ peted at four meets within the conference at Ludington, Grandville. Hudsonville and Wyoming. “This was an excellent group of swimmers who worked very hard and car­ ried positive attitudes. They worked hard each week to better their times.” VanderKooi will be hold­ GM CERTIFIED 6.9% WIL1IAM GAVIN RUSTY KERMEEN JACK MARTIN RICHARD LEVAY JIM MILLER TERRY NILES TIM GAVIN 95 Chev Caprice Classic 99 Chevy Crew Cab Station Wagon. 69.000 miles 43218 97 Olds Bravado 4x4 02 Pont Grand Prix SmartTrac leather seats 43211 *11,995 01 Chev K2S00 HO Silverado LT 4x4 ttesei 1 *31,995 98 Oldsmobile 88 Or* 32 000 rates *23695 ~ *0 down buyer to pay tax. title doc. plate fees GM Certified to Quoted buyers 6 9%. 60 morths CAVIN795'3318 ■■^881-8141 • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac ® * ■ o 13 ■ M-37 North of Middleville. 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Lowell took the first game of the next match 15-12, but the Trojans controlled the last two 15-5 and 15-6 to earn the win. “Our defensive specialist, Angela Blood, really helped us out in both matches, Mid­ dlebush said. “We were down in the first game against Ionia and Ang came in and got us the side out. “Again, in the Lowell match, we were having serve receive troubles and Angela came in to get us the side out. She serves well and is always focused to do her best.” Melisa Potts had 11 serv­ ice points and three aces against Ionia, backed up by 10 points and two aces from Rachel VanderMeer. VanderMeer had 11 points and two aces against Lowell. On the night, setters Rachel Clinton and Potts had 21 and 16 assists, respectively. Me­ gan Dutcher recorded 15 kills, followed by 12 from Ashley Carter. VanderMeer and Cary Middlebush each had 16 digs, with Jocelyn Price digging 13 balls and Carter getting 11. TK places first at Calvin Christian The Trojans looked strong en route to the champion­ ship of the Calvin Christian tourney on Feb. 2. earning their fourth trophy of the season. TK split with Tri-Unity (13-15, 15-6) and beat Ot­ tawa Hills (15-7, 15-4) and Rogers (15-7, 15-8) to qual­ ify for the finals. The Tro- [•Ms? Middleville’s Jocelyn Price (3) sets up teammate Ashley Carter (5) during the Trojans first-place efforts Feb. 2 at the Calvin Christian Friendship Invitational. (Photo by Perry Hardin). jans beat Unity Christian 159 and 16-14 to win the tour­ ney title. Leading servers on the day were Rachel Clinton (28 points, four aces) and Melisa Potts and VanderMeer (each with 22 points and four aces). Clinton had 44 assists, and Potts had 31. “I am very pleased with our setters and how they are able to distribute our of­ fense,” Coach Middlebush said. “Both Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton do a great job of mixing their sets up.” Cary Middlebush led the team with 24 digs, followed by VanderMeer (21), Joce­ lyn Price (18) and Ashley Carter (18). Price had 10 digs in the finals against Unity. “Jocelyn Price had a stiong tournament,” Middle­ bush said. “She is a very consistent player. She played great defense in the Unity match.” Carter put down 25 kills and Megan Dutcher had 21. JV Scots lift overall cage record to 12-3 The Caledonia junior var­ sity basketball team contin­ ued its winning ways with a pair of victories last week, improving to 12-3 overall on the season. Coach Paul Nixon’s team edged Hastings 59-57 last Tuesday night and beat Sparta 46-32 Friday eve­ ning. Leading the way in the win over Hastings were Matt Harp and Brad Swartz with 12 points and 5 re­ bounds each. Zach Larson helped out with 11 points and 7 rebounds. In their triumph over Sparta, the JV Scots were led by Abe Mulvihill with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Ryan Rogers and Zach Lar­ son both added 7 points. The Scot jayvec quintet tonight will be host to non­ conference foe Hudsonville, and then on Friday will travel to Wayland Friday to play another O-K Gold Con­ ference opponent. J&Oj M “We’ll Rescue Your Damaged Automobile” Guaranteed Quality Collision repairs since 1967 112 Water St. Middleville, MI 49333 Ph. 616.795.9438 Proud to be an Check us out on the web@ AMERICAN �The Sun and News. Middleville. M (.February 12. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia JV hockey wins 6-1 Automotive Card of Thanks 2000 EXPEDITION: XLT, 5.4, 3rd seat, CD., 4x4, excel­ lent, $18,900. (616)891-1693 after 6pm. THE FAMILY OF Edward Reed would like to express our heartfelt thanks to those who gave of themselves to ease the hardship and the pain of Ed's final days. 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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Still time to make your Valentine's Day Reservations 2BD APARTMENT: $540 in­ cludes heat. In Caledonia. (616)868-0158 The Middle Villa Inn Call 795-3640 - on M- 37 just north of Middlmllc Night Hawk Food & Spirits 6950 Whitneyville Road, Alto Ufc have many types of food including childten’s menu k Lunch & Dinner m Specials r/mf Rib on Saturday Nigh Starting Fridays ... Baked Chicken Dinner ... which includes mashed potatoes E> coleslaw 6 days a week at I 100 a m. �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville, MITebruary 12. 2002 Scots back in the thick of O-K Gold hoops race Look who’s back. After weathering some midseason storms, the Cale­ donia boys’ basketball team has rather quietly returned to a position of influence in the O-K Gold Conference. The Fighting Scots recorded a 56-45 victory over Sparta Friday and now are winners of four straight contests and five of their last six. Caledonia, now 9-5 over­ all, avenged a loss to the Spartans back on Dec. 18 to improve to 8-3 in the Gold th five games to go. Football star Mike Ogle continued to get it done on the hardwoods against Sparta, leading the Scots with 16 points. Travis Slot added 14 and Greg Jousma had 12. Caledonia held a comfort­ able 14-point lead at the half, but the Spartans came out hot after the break and dropped in six three-pointers to make it close. Caledonia sealed the deal late from the charity stripe. The Scots will be hosts to Hudsonville tonight before closing out the regular sea­ son with five straight con­ ference games, the first three tough road tests at Wayland (Friday). South Christian and Unity Chris­ tian. The Hastings Saxons were ahead by one point when the half-time buzzer sounded last Tuesday night in their O-K Gold Conference game against visiting Caledonia, but when they came back out of the locker room they were behind by three. MAIN ATTRACTION Hair & Spa Studio Inc. 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Caledonia never trailed again. Hastings got on the board first, running out to a 5-0 lead in the first three min­ utes on a basket by Green­ field and a three-pointer by Dustin Bowman. But Caledonia tied it on five straight points by Slot and took their first lead of the night on a basket by Ogle. Caledonia ran that lead to eight points, 17-9, at the end of the quarter and held the Saxons at bay until the final minute of the half when Hastings battled back. "It was a game of spurts,” said Caledonia Coach Todd Tolsma. "We would get a lead and they would battle back. It was like that all night. "We knew it was going to be a hard fought game and it was. Hastings has remained competitive all year and we knew it was not going to be easy coming m here because this is always a tough place to play. But you have to win on the road if you want to compete in the O-K Gold." Hastings did play tough down the stretch and trailed by only one, 40-39, at the start of the fourth quarter and was within two, 50-48, with three and a half min­ utes left in the game. The Saxons were forced to press and foul in the final two minutes and again the Fighting Scots used free throws to put the game away. Caledonia made six of eight free throws in the final 59 seconds to provide them with their margin of victory. We didn't do a lot of little things well tonight, but our kids played hard all the way," said Hastings Coach Don Schils. "We made some mistakes on our defensive rotation and didn't get back quick enough at times and they were able to take ad­ vantage.” Hastings, which starts two sophomores and a junior, saw its record fall to 4-IO overall and 3-7 in the OK Gold. Caledonia improved to 8-5 overall and 7-3 in the conference. NITE .white] Your Smile The First Thing People See! * Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-02-19.pdf ff492d66a1fdf88b252d049b76017433 PDF Text Text Yolk Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas .W 8/February 19, 2002 Middleville, Micnigan 49333 121S CHt A CM ST 131th year ---------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- ------------------------r--------------------- —-------------------------- Middleville OK’s raises by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Raises for the planner, public works director and fi­ nance director for the Vil­ lage of Middleville were ap­ proved at the Feb. 12 coun­ cil meeting. The planner and finance director will receive 3 per­ cent raises retroactive to Jan. 1. The DPW director will get a 1.5 percent raise. The personnel committee of the village soon will be meeting with union repre­ sentatives from the DPW to Susan Brummel works with teacher Sue Nikola setting up a report card on the computer New McFall report cards computerized of an emergency, he or she can be compensated for some vacation time, but still be encouraged to take a break. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeckreported that the schools are beginning a new facility study. The district will maintain staff contact with the village as plans pro­ gress. This will help the vil­ lage anticipate infrastructure needs. Staff also will be looking See raises approved, pg. 14 Caledonia Council approves deal to make 92nd Street public by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village revised to meet teacher and associated with the new re­ by Patricia Johns Council reached a major port card and it was difficult student needs. Staff Writer Last year the McFall Re­ to revise as teachers discov­ landmark in negotiations to McFall Elementary is go­ ing to computerized report port Card Committee devel­ ered new ways to assess stu­ connect commercial areas of the village west of M-37 oped a “continuous progress dent progress. cards. A few teachers used the when it voted Monday (Feb. Teacher Susan Brummel report card” to follow stu­ has worked with Marianne dent achievements through computer generated system 11) to approve a settlement Fritcher of the elementary kindergarten and first grade. for the first semester reports on the 92nd Street acquisi­ technology staff on com­ This paper report card was at the end of the first semes­ tion. A few details were yet to puter training sessions for in triplicate so that informa­ ter in January. At a Feb. 18 McFall teachers. Brummel tion could be passed on to in-service these teachers, be worked out by village at­ parents and the next grade torneys with S & H Real Es­ along with Brummel and said she felt that the under­ Fritcher, trained the rest of tate as of Feb. 11, and are standing of available tech­ level teacher. The continuous progress the staff to use this comput­ not included here. Village nology was more than suffi­ President Daryl Penfold said cient for the teachers to try report card also worked with erized grading program. Parents will see the new the village also is to give computer generated report the goals of the North Cen­ tral Accreditation transitions form at the end of the year. consideration of donated card. The new card looks pro­ program of following stu­ Some teachers may use part streets in Glen Valley by fessional. data is kept on the dent achievement from of it during spring confer­ First Real Estate, a matter not yet worked out. server to be shared with the grade to grade. ences as well. There were printing costs Village officials have next teacher, and it can be dedicated many hours and much expense over four years to achieve parallel ac­ cess through the west side of the M-37 commercial strip, to secure safe passage for residents and commuter cus­ tomers alike. The accom­ plishment may seem mun­ dane, but it is expected to impact the daily lives of Caledonia residents in a ma­ jor way. Lake Emmons Drive/92nd Street has direct access to M-37. Until now. it has been privately owned by S & H Land Company, which originally built the street. A previous legal agree­ ment between S & H and First Companies restricted traffic access from the north of 92nd (from Glen Valley), with the exception of busi­ nesses just north of the pri­ vate street. If the final details of the next step are worked out, le­ gal restrictions on street ac­ cess from the north would Karen Jousma gives members of GFWC-Gun Lake area a took nto programs to be dismissed, and the barri­ help prevent child abuse in Barry County on Feb 13. cades north of 92nd Street GFWC-Gun Lake Area hears about child abuse prevention begin work on a new con­ tract since the current one expires in March. In other personnel mat­ ters, the council approved an update of the employee handbook which was last updated in 1993. The coun­ cil also approved a maxi­ mum of three days or 24 hours being reimbursed of unused vacation time. "We want the staff to use their vacations." Village President Lon Myers said. "This way if an employee can't schedule time because and south of the South Rodgers Court extension could be removed when the village takes ownership. Presumably, parking lots in front of the Glen Valley Retail area could also be connected. This would allow people using the shopping areas to be able to avoid driving out on M-37 to move between those busi­ nesses and to connect Lake Emmons Drive (92nd Street) with other streets in these ar­ eas. Sections of streets within the S&H development south of 92nd also are to be do­ nated to the village as a part of the deal. Dedicated streets would be accepted in their current condition and would include utilities easements. S&H considers the streets to be a donation, but Penfold said the village could not assign the donated value to the streets, nor could it prohibit a value be­ ing assigned. S&H would have to verify the donation values by its own appraisals. Some streets in the S &H development would be 66 feet wide, and others would be 50 feet wide, as now indi­ cated in the existing planned unit development (PUD) or­ dinance. One north-south street behind McDonald’s and the bank would be 50 feet in width. When future setback revi­ sions arc requested that would change the PUD, S & II would have to go the Planning Commission for an amendment of the PUD or­ dinance. The net cost to the village will be around $52,000, Penfold said. The village will have paid approxi mately $50,(MX) in attorney fees over the four years of negotiations to make 92nd a public street. Other efforts by village officials to make driving conditions safer have in­ cluded: • A three-way stop at Duncan Lake and Johnson Street. • Securing North Street, a small private road which could one day connect the village to the Caledonia Vil­ lage Centre. • Support of installing a traffic light at M-37 and HXHh Street and to create turn lanes at the intersection. • Efforts to reduce the speed limit along the com­ mercial strip of M-37. In This Issue Caledonia Village supports 100th Street traffic light Metro Council makes pitch to Caledonia Township Board Three sites considered for new TTES fire station Public input sought in TK superintendent search �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/February 19. 2002 Last chance to see play Murder.” Good seats also by Patricia Johns are available for perform­ Staff Writer There are still a few seats ances on Friday Feb. 22. The price is S22.5O per available for a really funny play at the Middle Villa inn person for dinner and the show. Reservations are rec­ on Friday, Feb. 22. Co-director Cheryl Crav- ommended. Reservations ero of The Village Players should be paid for in ad­ of Middleville fulfilled her vance with a credit card by promise that surprises await calling-the Middle Villa at those attending thif year’s F 795-3640. Guests are invited dinner theater. “There is sus­ to arrive at 6:30 p.m. for the picion, suspense and sur­ pre-show activities. Cravero is directing the prise” from curtain up (but there’s no curtain” to the last show with Darlene Schellinger. The cast includes Su­ bow. The eighth annual produc­ zanne MacIntyre. Patty Hig­ tion is “The Marquis Ladies ley, Helen Wingeier. Caro­ Society’s First Attempt at lyn Newman. Colleen Cox. Julie Coon. Randy Eggers. Mike Bremer. Doug Brinks. John Bremer. Maggie Ben­ jamin. Rhonda Fisk. Steve W’iersum, Brent Dietiker and Robin Schweitzer. While the hijinks of the play will bring laughs, the pre- show audience partici­ pation should not be missed. There are super heroes in the audience cast looking aw­ fully like friends and neigh­ bors. Dinner this year includes home style favorites such as meat loaf and cheesecake. LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. With Winning Points you can eat what everyone else is eating So you can stay satisfied, stick with the plan and reach your goals Join now and get "Today s Special," our new guide to satisfying meal and snack sarah duchess of york at weight goal since 199' "free! COinnikjq Points CALEDONIA Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson Wednesday—5:30 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE Middle Villa Inn 4611 N. M-37 Hwy Thursday—6:30 p.m. -800-651-6000 Ask about The At Work Program®’ realfood.real life.real results. Offer expires 3/23/02. Valid only in area 044. *2002 Weight Watchers International. Inc owner of the WEIGHT WATCHERS trademark All rights reserved_ A Heartfelt Thanks from the Wenger Family Our family would like to thank everyone who helped us through the recent loss of our son. Travis W Wenger. Your love, support, visits, hugs, gifts, prayers, meals and sen ices have carried us through a very difficult time A special thanks is extended to the following My angels. Julie DeBoer and staff. Victim Services of Barry County Rev. Roger Timmerman Rev. Lee Zachtnan Thornapplc Township EMS Pennock Hospital Wren Funeral Home Steve DeBoer. BC Sheriff 's Dep< MamStreet Bank WBCH First Baptist Church of Hastings BC Fair Board/Expo Center Geukes Meat Market Bush*acker Lawn and Garden Music from Mark Wurth & The Williams Family Staff and students at Thonupple Kellogg Schools Slatl and students at Caledonia Schools Vicki Marsh Mail Uyl Ron Os erfvek The congregation at Middleville United Methodist Church Area Churches who held us up with vigilant prayer The many helping hands who purchased, prepared, delivered, and served food for our home and Travis’ luncheon &. the clean up crew The many contributors to the Thornapple Enrichment Foundation The many contributors to the memorial flag­ pole for the Middles iHe Football F*e*d When a stone is dropped into a lake it quukh disappears from sight but its impact leaves behind a series of ripples that broaden and reach across the water In the same way. the impact of one life lived for Christ mil leave behind an influence for good that mil reach the Ines of mans others Your kindness has touched our hearts and impacted our lives in a very special moy God Bless each and even one of you Phil, Becky and Tyler Wenger Honoring the country Students in Shelley Erb’s first grade class made what has become an annual trip to a high school basketball game to sing the national anthem On February 12 the high school rang with the sweet voices of the first graders joined with the high schoolers and adults. Fifth-graders continue selling to fund zoo trip Valentine’s Day is over for the Hodges Fifth Grade T-shirt company. The class still has more than a few shirts to sell before they can spend the night at the zoo. Fifth grade teacher Mike Hodges started a T-shirt business, staffed by the stu­ dents in his class, a few years ago at Page Elemen­ tary. Each student has a part to play in the business. The students sell shirts to earn money to go on an overnight learning adventure at the Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek in the spring. The students haven’t sold all of the 280 they need to sell to pay the entire cost for their zoo adventure. The company has designs or is open to special orders. The patriotic design has been a popular shirt this year. Shirts are $10 or $12 for extra large sizes. Information about the shirts is available by calling the Page office at 795-7944. Twenty area students make CMU dean’s list Twenty area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2001 semester at Central Michigan University. The students, grouped according to their home towns, were: • Freeport — Freshman Breanne J. Dutcher. • Middleville — Juniors Kathleen C. Hoag and Kevin R. Schultz; sophomores Alecia L. Holst. Danielle M. Quisenberry and Jill M. Williams; and freshmen Jennifer A. Meyer, Susanne M. Peck and Mark C. Thompson. • Alto — Seniors Kami L. Pentecost and Lillian R. Hawkins, junior Melissa L. Kline and sophomore Jessica A. VanDyke. • Caledonia — Senior Ryan R. Nauseida; juniors Kristie M. Borr, Heather M. Tudor and Jennifer A. DeBoer; sophomore Molly R. Cryderman; and freshmen Jennifer S. Bennett and Nicole M. DeRuiter. Can 945-9554 for ACTION-ads. movie OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. VHS or DVD movies and player rentals Games & game system rental Reservations on movies Special Orders and Previewed movies & games for sale Weekly specials VHS & Game Accessories Gift Certificates Gift Ideas ■fildvTe OUTPOJT; • Rent One Movie or Game and ’ get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. ! j I Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lessor value One coupon per visit please. ! Expires 3-31-02 Product Id: SunAd I ! BM MB BM MB MR MB BM MB «BB MB MB BM BB* EBB MB —J �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 19. 2002/Page 3 New clothing boutique opens in Caledonia by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Is the love of nice clothes one of .the best reasons for opening a clothing bou­ tique? It is if you’re Janice Ablett and Sher Hillard. The duo opened Jansher Clothing Boutique in Cale­ donia on Monday, Feb. 4. Their shop, located in the Caledonia Village Center, between D&W and Rite Aid, carries quality clothing that is competitively priced. Brands such as CK (Calvin Klein), FUBU, Mudd, Stephanie Rogers. Bongo’s and Betsy’s Things, will be found among the racks. Jun­ ior, Missy and Plus sizes are all available. While keeping in mind that the shop is a boutique (think smaller than department stores), they have a tentative goal to be including some petite and mature woman clothing within the next month or so. Though shoppers can still find some warmer clothing, Jansher is already sporting its springtime inventory. “We have a mixture of dress as well as casual cloth­ ing.’’ said Ablett. The variety isn’t just in their clothing. They also fea­ ture jewelry, accessories, perfume gift (designer) bot­ tles, candles, lotions and la­ dies watches. Owners of the new Jansher Clothing Boutique. Sher Hillard (left) and Janice Ablett. Jansher Clothing Boutique sports a variety of cloth­ ing styles and brands. The new boutique is located in The Caledonia Village Center between D&W and Rite Aid. Ablett and Hillard have been friends for 12 years. They had thought for a long time to open some type of business together. With their love of clothes, a boutique type of business seemed the logical choice. “Everyone needs clothes,” said Ablett. Though neither is from this area, both Ablett and Hillaid are excited about Contempo Salon Women... Our experienced staff, with their skills & talents, are here to enhance your own special sense of self Men... Let us fit your individual style with expert clipper or scissor cuts and a touch of highlights! Children... Visit the Contempo Kids Haircut Studio for their comfort and yours Together we can make the perfect statement for you and your lifestyle! ' Contempo Salon U Jul! Sewict CoJthMtfbtMUUf SaLut fa* Ute enUiMe family! Caledonia Village Centre • 891-109S having their boutique in the Caledonia area. “The whole community has been great,” said Hil- stin finds some time to do lard. “Very encouraging.” Hillard, of Wayland, pre­ some occasional landscap­ viously managed Demminks ing jobs. Ablett, who is married Nursery for 18 years. She then took over the business with two children, lives in as Demminks Landscape for Byron Center. She has been another SIX years. She has the manager and an estima­ been self-employed as a tor for Painting Plus, also of landscape designer and con­ Byron Center, for the past seven years. It’s a job she sultant since 1996. The boutique takes up still holds. quite a lot of time, but she Hillard and Ablett have a lot of plans for the future of the boutique. “Just watch the paper for future details," says Hillard. The boutique is open Monday-Friday 10-8 and Saturday 10-6. For more in­ formation. call Sher Hillard or Janice Ablett at 8915868. TK schools say hello, good-bye Members of the Thomapple Kellogg school board welcomed new teacher Cathy Marvin to the high school science department during the Feb. 11 board meeting. Marvin, of Grand Rapids, had served as a substitute in the district. Lee teacher Jan Muir will retire at the end of the school year after 15 years in the district. She was praised for challenging students and was told she will be "sorely missed." The meeting opened with praise for the fifth grade and middle school spelling bee winners, high school art award recipients and princi­ pals who serve students in the district every day, not just during Principal’s Week Feb. 10-f6. In other business, the board approved staying with the Kent ISD schools of choice policy. According to Superintendent Midge Pippel. “This has worked well in the past.” The honors choir will be traveling to Lisle, III., for competition May 9-11. Pre­ viously the choir partici­ pated in the “America Sings” competition in Wash­ ington D.C. The new alcohol ano smoke free schools policy was approved in its second reading. Pippel said there has been a lot community support for the new policy. The policy will be in­ cluded in staff and student handbooks. The district also will order signs to be in­ stalled before the start of football season. The board welcomed the services of Owen Ames Kimball for pre-bond con­ struction management. OAK will provide these at no charge to the district. The next meeting of the TK Board of Education is Tuesday, Feb. 26. at 7:30 p.m. MILLER MEANS... Middleville Office 317 Arlington, M-37 (616) 795-3305 Miller REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg CRS. Assoc Broker & Sales Manager.............. 795-7272 623-8357 795-9331 795-4470 Debbie Erway Karen Brown Craig Stolsonburg Au­ ...s o Cun Lake Office 12800 W. 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"Many churches are aging while young people are ei­ ther not going to church or are being attracted to large churches.” Cornerstone is a growing church on the south side of Grand Rapids. Over the last four years, average worship attendance has grown from 350 to more than 700. “Our church first experi­ enced significant change when a group of our leaders attended a similar confer­ ence." said Kalajainen. "The momentum they brought back helped us rethink our purpose and mission and and changed our church for­ ever! We want to be a simi­ lar catalyst for other churches.” Cornerstone Church is lo­ cated at 2045 68th St. SE in Caledonia. Call (616) 6983170 for more information. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml-February 19, 2002/Page 5 After Effects opens below Middle Villa by Patricia Johns ' Staff Writer Lois Newton and Fran Krueger almost glow when they talk about their new sa­ lon "After Effects." located below the Middlevilla on M37 in Middleville. "We agreed on the colors, the accessories and it has been wonderful," Krueger said. Krueger and Newton had leased space at Desert Sun in Middleville previously. "We really enjoyed our time there, everyone was very friendly, the facility was really clean and we got to meet some great clients. We had not thought any sa­ lon space would become available in the area. Then this wonderful space opened up and we discovered our home away from home." Newton said. Both owners believe in the power of education. They and their staff attend classes and workshops. "It is important to keep up with techniques and trends in the industry,” Krueger said. They recently returned from a class held in Ann Ar­ bor and arc looking forward to attending the Mid-West Show in Chicago in March. Krueger and Newton arc joined as stylists by Amber Eskew, who is completing a six-month apprenticeship with a color specialist at Ja­ cobsen's. She brings under­ standing of color to her cli­ ents at After Effects. Nails are not neglected at After Effects. Kathy Joppie. who works part time at After Effects, brings 12 years of experience in nail technol­ ogy. She is working with the apprentice Beth Strzyzewski. Joppie and Strzyzewski have discovered that people like more sedate nails in the winter but are prepared for those seeking a "new look for spring." The hours at the salon are Mondays by appointment. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The salon is open by appointment on Mondays and Saturdays by appoint­ ment. Krueger and Newton be­ lieve that this schedule al­ lows them to offer special services to bridal parts, girls days out activities and even reunions. The special services could be an entire package of nails, pedicures, up-dos. and for brides away to be sure everyone was ready for the rigors of the day in a quiet and relaxed setting. For more information, call After Effects at 7950053 After Effects owners Fran Krueger and Lois Newton are proud of their new salon and the quality products they pro­ vide their clients Amy Huyck earns honor The staff at After Effects feels right at home and wel­ comes new clients for hair, nail and special events. The new salon at the bottom of the Middle Villa Inn includes many homey touches and up to date equipment. Standing are Fran Krueger and Lois Newton, and seated are Beth Strzyzewski. Amber Eskew and Kathy Joppie. NOW OPEN!!! Amy Irene Huyck of Shelbyville has accepted membership in Gulden Key International Honour Soc­ iety and was individually honored during a campus ceremony at Western Michigan University. “It is only fitting that a high academic achiever like Amy be recognized by Golden Key.” said Kali Boatright. 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Ml/February 19. 2002 TK music dept, plans mid-winter concerts During the next two weeks, the performing ensembles at Thornapple Kellogg High School con­ certs and participate in two festivals. Beginning the string of performances will be the TK Honors Choir, which will present its mid-winter con­ cert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21. in the high school audi­ torium. Featured in this con­ cert will be music rom Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” as well as Broadway selections such as “Hello Dolly" and "Bring Him Home" from “Les Miserables." The Concert Choir will be (he next to perform, present­ ing a concert Thursday. Feb. 28. at 7 p.m. in the auditori­ um. Several familiar pieces are scheduled to be per- Michael Evans Pain tinq &’ Wall Covering Jnterior/Extcrior Over 10 years OF QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP Call 795 3133 formed, including “I Heard It Through the Grapevine.” ‘‘Colors of the Wind.” Breathe” and “On Eagle’s Wings." The TK Symphonic and Concert Bands will take the stage next in the pre-festival concert. The band perfor­ mance begins at 3 p.m. Sunday. March 3. Each band will perform the three pieces they will take to the MSBOA festival, in addition to one another selection. For festi­ val performance. the Concert Band has selected Karl King’s “Coast Guards March," “Grand Ledge Overture.” and “Overture Jubiloso.” a new piece by Marvin Shelton. The Symphonic Band members will also play a April 8 deadline to file for school board election Two seats on the Thor­ napple Kellogg Board of Education, now held by in­ cumbents David Smith and Kim Selleck. will be on the June 10 ballot. Anyone interested in run­ ning for either position can obtain information on be­ coming a candidate from the school administration build­ ing. Nominating petitions and an affidavit of Identity must be filed not later than 4 p.m. on Monday. April 8 to get on the ballot. The last day to register to vote in the June 10 election is Monday. May 13. Infor­ mation on registration is also available at the admini­ stration building. Surplus food distribution slated for Thursday locally A. U.S. Department of Agriculture surplus com­ modities food distribution will be held for Kent County from 9 a.m. to I p.m. Thursday. Feb. 21, at Caledonia Holy Family Church. 9696 Kraft Ave. Green beans, beef stew, cranberry juice, egg noodles, orange juice, peaches, pota­ toes, tomato sauce and wal­ nuts will be distributed. Income eligibility guide­ lines based on monthly income. 1. Household size - one person under 60 years, $905; over 60 years, $1,113. 2 Household size - two, under 60 years. $1,219; over 60 years of age. $1,500. 3. Household size of three, under 60 years, $1,533; over 60 years, $1887. 4. Household size of four, under 60 years, $1847; over Band plays at 9:30 a.m. and the Sy mphonic Band plays at 1:40 p.m. Both bands per­ form at Grandville High School. The TK Jazz Band will round the string of perfor­ mances by participating in the WMU Jazz Festival Saturday. March 16. The Jazz Band is scheduled to play at 9 a m. in the Dalton Center on the WMU cam pus. Their program will include "Count on the Blues," “Take Me With You.” a tune recorded by The Rippingtons, and a clas­ sic rock tune from Blood. Sweat, and Tears called “Go Down Gamblin'’ Admission to all concerts anr* * u'»nd festival at aged to attend these events. 60 years, $2,273. For each additional house­ hold members add $34 for under 60 years of age and over 60 add $387. For more information, call 891-1298. Shears celebrate Education Savings 30th plans to be explained anniversary The Thornapple Kellogg PTO is sponsoring a presen­ tation explaining the Michi­ gan Education Trust and the Michigan Education Savings Program at 7 p.m. Tuesday, GREENRIDGE Realty WITZ.6L § ASSOCIATES Call me today for your free home analysis. David Lawrence (616) 795-6044 Karl King march entitled “Circus Days." They have also selected a John Moss pieced called “Symphonic Celebration.” which was written in memory of former Gull Lake High School Band Director JoEllen Hendrick, who died very unexpectedly in the late summer of 1998. The Symphonic Band's third festival selection is “Lament and Tribal Dance.” during which certain members of the band will play a recorder rather than their normal instrument. “This tribal piece is new territory for us.” commented TK Band Director Ray Rickert, "It has some intense percussion parts and is very different from most of the music we play. W'e really like it." Both TK bands will enter the MSBOA festival Thurs­ day. March 7. The Concert Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Feb. 26, in the Thornapple Kellogg High School cafete­ ria. With a MET contract, purchasers prepay tuition for children to attend college in the future. With a MESP, account owners can save the entire cost of higher educa­ tion. Both programs provide tax incentives, flexibility and portability. Brochures about these programs were sent home with students. More information or brochures is avail­ able by calling the MET of­ fice at 1-800-MET-4-KID (638-4543.) This MET/MESP presen­ tation is for parents, grand­ parents, guardians, teachers and even members of civic organizations. John and Joan Shear celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on Jan. 8, 2002. They celebrated with a trip to Hawaii. Their children Becky and Luke Kooiman, Julie and John Martin, and Steve Shear, will also be giving them a party. They have three grand­ children, Stephanie and Nathan Kooiman, and Travis Martin. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Feb. 20 Lunchables, bologna/ cheese or cheesey burrito, veggie sticks, raisins, milk. Thursday, Feb. 21 Spaghetti and meat sauce, w/garlic bread or ham and cheese sub on a bun, tossed salad, fruity jello, milk. Friday, Feb. 22 Pizza or fish sticks, baked beans, peaches, milk. Monday, Feb. 25 Chicken nuggets or bologna and cheese sand­ wich on a bun, mashed pota­ toes, cherry cobbler, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Cornstack or pepperoni hot pocket, carrots, appleasuce, milk. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 19. 2002Page 7 Woman escapes injury when car breaks in two Michael A. Sparks RAPID CITY - Elton W Lawrence, 87, of Rapid City, passed away on Feb. 13, at his home. Elton was born on Dec. 15, 1914 in Clearwater Township, Ald­ en, Ml, to Roy Ellsworth and Leota Inez (Isenbarger) Lawrence. Elton graduated from Rapid City High School. Kalkaska County Normal and held a bachelors and masters degrees from Michigan State University. During 40 years in the field of education. Elton taught first in rural schools in Kalkalska and Macomb counties. For 22 years he taught Vocational Agriculture at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. The remaining years of his career he spent as the director of guidance for this school system. On Aug 30, 1937 he mar­ ried Clairbel "Claire** Morrison, daughter of Allan and Maude (Lincoln) Mor­ rison. Elton was an active member of the Alden United Methodist Church He was a charter member and past president of the Middleville Lions Club. For several years Elton was clerk for the Village of Middleville. Elton is survived by his loving family, including his wife of 64 years. Claire, his children. David M Law­ rence of Middleville and T Mark (Barbara) Lawrence of Howell. MI; his grandchil dren, Eric A. (Katherine) Grafmiller of Bloomfield Hills. Ml. Philip (Traci) Lawrence of Grandville, MI. Gregory Lawrence of Mid­ dleville and Grand Rapids. Ml. Andrew Lawrence and Rebecca Lawrence of How ­ ell; great-grandchildren Kevin Grafmiller, Andrew Lawrence and Victoria Law rence; his sister. Thelma Han of Birmingham; and many special nieces, nephew s and cousins. Elton was preceded in death by his parents; his brother. Norman R. Law­ rence and his daughter. Phyllis Ann (Lawrence) Grafmiller. The funeral service was conducted on Saturday, Feb. 16th at Alden United Methodist Church. Rev. Richard Mat-son officiated. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorials may be made in behalf of Elton Lawrence to Alden United Methodist Church or Munson Hospice. Arrangements by Wolfe Funeral Home. Father hits woman over crying 16-month-old child A Freeport man who told police their baby’s crying got on hi.s nerves allegedly slapped his wife in the face and struck her in the head two times after she tried un­ successfully to get the 18month-old to take a bottle, according to the Barry County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment. The woman called police because she feared he was going to point a gun at her again, deputies reported. “He hit her in the head two times and slapped her across the face before going into the northwest bedroom where the guns arc kept,” said police. "She feared he was going to threaten her since he’s pointed a gun at her before.” Police confiscated two ri­ fles from the home and do­ mestic violence charges are pending. by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Two women are lucky to be alive after the cars they were driving on West M-43 collided at 8 a.m.last Wednesday, breaking one of the cars in half. “She said she lost control on black ice.” said Trooper Ernie Felkers of Taurus sta­ tion wagon driver. Angela Homrich. 25. of Delton. “All the other driver knew was that there was a car in her lane. She only had a couple seconds to react." Felkers said Homrich's northbound vehicle appar­ ently spun sideways into the path of a southbound Buick LeSabre driven by Jane Engelter. 61. of Middleville, which struck the Taurus sta­ tion wagon on the passenger side. The accident occurred on M-43 between Goodwill and Yeckley in Rutland Township. The rear of the Taurus tore away in front of the rear seats and rolled up an em­ bankment while the front of the car came to rest upside down next to the roadway with Homrich still seatbelted inside. Engelter’s car crashed head-on into the embank­ ment where it came to rest. Felkers said Homrich got out of the car on her own and was sitting in the car of a passerby when he arrived, though no witnesses to the crash remained at the scene. “I know there were other w itnesses that stopped at the scene and then left." said Felkers. “If they could con­ tact us. it will help us with our investigation.” Police estimated that Homrich was traveling at about 57 miles per hour when the cars collided. Homrich. who reportedly used her seat belt, suffered no broken bones or serious injuries, according to Felk­ ers. She was treated at Pen­ nock Hospital and released. Engelter was wearing a seatbelt and as driver’s side airbag deployed during the crash. She was also treated at Pennock Hospital and re­ leased. No citations were issued and the accident remains un­ der investigation. Witnesses to the crash are asked to call the Michigan State Police at 948-8283. THORNAPPLE FINANCIAL CENTER Susan Foster, President OPENINGS FOR NEW ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL CLIENTS Call Beth Berkimer 616-795-3387 1-800-795-3287 Don’t just Dream about retirement. Plan For It Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave SE Suite E. Caledonia. Ml 49116 Bus 616-891-1171 Toll-Free 866-891 I171 *ww ed wwrdiooes com r, . . . LuWani JOIieS Momt^SIPC American Manufactured Grand Rapids woman Living, Inc. injured in truck accident The Kent County Sher­ iff’s Department and Cale­ donia Fire Rescue responded to a personal injury accident at Patterson and 92nd Street at 3:35 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. According to police, Su­ zanne Grevers, 26, of Grand Rapids, was unresponsive when they arrived at the scene. Her vehicle was over­ turned in a ditch and par­ tially submerged. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, hl the gray barn or call 945-9105 Due to the possibility of spinal injuries, Grevers was immobilized, then taken to Spectrum Butterworth by Aeromed. Apparently Grevers’ 1999 S-10 Chevy pickup truck left the road and traveled more than 360 feet before landing in the ditch. Accord­ ing to police, the road was in good condition, straight and free of snow or rain. 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The following is a rundown of the students, their hometowns, class levels and major fields of study. • Stephanie A. Anderson of Alto, a junior majoring in Spanish. • Rex Jay Beach of Alto, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering. • Katie Jean Benham of Alto, a senior majoring in merchandising management. • Eric Paul Delmar of Alto, a senior majoring in politial theory and constitutional democracy. • Elizabeth Atkins Fortuna of Alto, a junior majoring in LBS human biology. • Joel Freeh Fortuna of Alto, a sophomore majoring in packaging. • Sean M. Hartley of Alto, a junior majoring in political science, pre-law. • Colleen Joanne Nelson of Alto, a freshman majoring in education. • Joseph Ronald White of Alto, a senior majoring in history. • Chris Dayton Williams of Alto, a senior majoring in building construction management. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 • Jessica Lynn Winsor of Alto, a senior majoring in education. • Megan Elizabeth Shaff of Freeport, a freshman majoring in accounting. • Brian W. Bishop of Middleville, a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. • Lance Michael Brinks of Middleville, a senior majoring in LBS physiology. • Lindsey Ellen Deboode of Middleville, a freshman majoring in premedical. • Amy Louise Dykstra of Middleville, a freshman majoring in horticulture. • Sarah Ann Elliston of Middleville, a sophomore majoring in political science, pre-law. • Lana Elaine Goodin of Middleville, a freshman majoring in psychology. • Garrett Pete JonkerSlayton of Middleville, a freshman with no preference yet. • Kyle Daniel McKeown of Middleville, a freshman majoring in accounting. •Michael D. Poll of Middleville, a junior majoring in accounting. • Elizabeth Ann Steensma of Middleville, a senior majoring in LBS physiology. • Samantha Jo Vandersloot of Middleville, a freshman majoring in accounting. • Joseph Allen Becker of Caledonia, a freshman with no preference. • Matthew John Born of Caledonia, a freshman. LBS with no coordinate major. • Tonya R. Buehler of Caledonia, a junior majoring in education. • Lisa M. Callahan of Caledonia, a freshman, majoring in preveterinary medicine. • Joshua M. Corsaut of Caledonia, a senior majoring in finance. • Joel Eliot Freeman of Caledonia, a senior majoring in instrumental music education. • Steven Nicholas Furtw angler of Caledonia, a senior majoring in computer science. • Alison Elizabeth Gould of Caledonia, a senior majoring in Spanish. • Jessica Jo Mumaw of Caledonia, a junior majoring in advertising. • Terese Ann-Thai Nguyen of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in general business and administrative pre-law. • David Andrew Oberst of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in finance. • Mitchell Joseph Petz of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in finance. • Benjamin John Poest of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in premedical. • Ellen McLoughlin Quinnan of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in child development, • Tiffany Alix Renker of Caledonia, a sophomore majoring in English. • Daniel P. Roosien of Caledonia, a junior majoring in English. • Andrew Charles Schupp of Caledonia, a junior majoring in horticulture. • Matthew James Schupp of Caledonia, a freshman majoring in general business, administrative pre­ law. • Katherine Charlotte Syswerda of Caledonia, a junior majoring in special education-learning disabilities. • Caroline Margaret Wessely of Caledonia, a sophomore with no preference. Ten area students make Cornerstone list Ten area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids. The students, their hometowns, parents and high school alma maters, were as follows: • Allison Schneider of Grand Rapids, daughter of Dennis and Mary Schneider, a 1997 graduate of Caledonia High School. • Matthew Harrison of Grand Rapids, son of Brian Harrison, a 1993 graduate of Caledonia High School. • Marissa Lyons of Caledonia, daughter of Michael and Carolyn Lyons, a 1999 graduate of East Kentwood High School. • James Sherwood of Caledonia, son of Bryce and and Joy Sherwood, a 1998 graduate of Battle Creek Pennfield High School. • Emily Smitter of Caledonia, daughter of Henry and Lori Smitter. a 2001 graduate of South Christian High School. • Janet Boverhof of Caledonia, daughter of Robert and Carol Boverhof, a 2000 graduate of South Christian High School. • Amanda Hildabrand of Middleville, daughter of TK Senior Parents to meet The Thornapple Kellogg Senior Parents will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 25, in the UAW 1002 Hall next to Bradford White. The meet­ ing begins at 7 p.m. Planning this year's after graduation party is nearing completion. Tickets are for sale during lunch hours. Any parent of a senior graduating this June is en­ couraged to attend the meet­ ing. Robert and Susan Dykstra, a 1998 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. • Brian Hughes of Middleville, son of Travis and Lou Hughes, a 2001 home school graduate • Nathan Venton of Middleville, son of Edward and Nancy Venton, a 1999 graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg High School. • Katie Schultz of Middleville, daughter of Robert and Theresa Schultz, a 2001 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Saving on lionie insurance is “NoProbkm.” imdrcJs (Im xivumIs of iunihes arc s.mnj’ money with Auto-Owners Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. 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The United States Olympic Committee <USOC) has launched the “U.S. Olympic Team Base Camp” Web site as a way to engage kids with the U.S. Olympic movement, educate kids about the Olympics and inspire kids to ti.airmc Hut Parents and children are giving the “U.S. Olympic Team Base Camp" site a gold medal. pursue their goals. The site also introduces kids to non­ mainstream sports in a fun and interactive way. With the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games taking place on home soil, kids and par­ ents can use the site as a fun Pointers For Parents and interactive way to learn about the Olympics, the U.S. athletes and the making of an Olympian. The site includes interac­ tive cartoons, games, word searches, as well as print­ able drawings, coloring and assignment sheet pages. The cartoons are called “Boomtoons." and feature three-to-four minute lively characters that communicate key values and characteris­ tics of an Olympic athlete— teamwork, discipline and persistence. The “U.S. Olympic Team Base Camp’ can be found on the official Web site of the U.S. Olympic Team at www.us olym picteam. com kids Fish Facts 4 Fancies I NAPS >—UJS. Farm-Raised Catfish is a tasty choice that can be prepared in a variety of ways—often in less than 30 minutes. Its convenience and versatility make catfish a ter­ rific catch—during Lent and throughout the year Catfish Allison 6-8 U.S. Farm-Raised Cat­ fish fillets 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese ’A cup butter or mar­ garine, softened 6 Tbsp, mayonnaise Savor the flavor of U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish. 6 green onions, finely chopped ’A tsp. Worcestershire sauce Generous dash of hot sauce 1. Place cheese, butter, mayonnaise, green onions. Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in bowl and mix thoroughly. The mixture can be made 24 hours in advance and refrigerated; soften at room tempera­ ture before using. 2. Preheat broiler. 3. Poach catfish fillets, two or three at a time, in skillet of lightly simmei ing water for 4 to 5 min­ utes. Lift fillets from water with a slotted spat­ ula and set aside to drain. 4. Place fillets in a baking pan in a single layer. Spread 2 Tbsp, of cheese mixture over each fillet. Broil for 2 or 3 minutes or until cheese browns and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Spoon leftover cheese over each fillet before serving. Tips To Help Children Cope With Prejudice Web based Resource Guide Helps Promote Diversity And Respect <NAPS)—Tbday, in nearly every classroom in the United States, there are chil­ dren from a wide variety of racial, cultural and economic backgrounds, as well as chil­ dren with learning and phys­ ical challenges More than ever before, as the popula­ tion of the United States becomes increasingly diverse, it is essential that children learn to live, work and play alongside others of different backgrounds and abilities. National ITA has developed tools to help both parents and teachers address issues of diversity, including prejudice and discrimination and the importance of respecting oth­ ers’ differences. According to National PTA President Shirley Igo. teaching children the value of diversity begins with modeling respectful, sen­ sitive and fair behavior. ’ “Children’s opinions and ideas are influenced by what people around them do, think and say,” Igo said. “Parents and teachers must be aware and actively address issues that can affect children's atti­ tudes, relationships and selfesteem and lead to negative behaviors like intolerance and bullying." For example, ask other adults to refrain from mak­ ing derogatory comments or inappropriate jokes in front of you and your children, or point out other instances of intolerance or inequity to children and explain that they are unacceptable. Help children find ways to create positive change, such as vol­ unteering to clean up nega­ tive graffiti or writing let­ ters to a television station that promotes stereotyped programming. Other tips the National Ontuifc Real Estate For The Real WorldSM “Partners in Success" Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 Each office independently owned and operated PTA suggests are: • Accept each of your children as unique and spe­ cial by recognizing and appre­ ciating his or her individual qualities. Children who feel good about themselves are less likely to be prejudiced. • Help your children become sensitive to other peo­ ple's feelings. When personal conflicts occur, encourage your children to think about how the other person may be feeling. • Provide opportunities for your children to interact with and learn about people from other backgrounds through extracurricular activ­ ities like sports teams, music groups or school clubs, and through books, television programs, concerts or other events that show positive insights into other cultures. In addition to these sug­ gestions, National PTA has developed “Respecting Dif­ ferences,” a free, Web-based resource guide for parents and teachers that promotes diver­ sity, encourages understand­ ing and inclusiveness in schools, and provides resour­ ces and action steps for mak­ ing respect for differences a reality. To read “Respecting Dif­ ferences" and to find more information on how to help your children succeed, visit National PTA’s Web site at www.pta.org or call 1-800307-4PTA. MIDDLEVILLE AREA 1331 N. 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Call Paul today for a free market analysis and*information on zero down programs. PAUL DAVIS Home: 891-7663 Ceil: 291-0063 �Page lu/me 10/The »un Sun anu and News. Middleville. page r™.Ml/Fetxuary 19, 2002 . Jump Rope for Heart at Lee raises $14,750 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Physical education teacher Joanne Desy praised Parent volunteers (seated) along with student teacher Adrian Trzebiatowski and Physical education teacher Joanne Desy encouraged the students to have fun the students for raising more than $14,750 in pledges for the Jump Rope for Heart held at Lee Elementary School on Valentine's Day in the Thornapple Kellogg School District. “You don’t know how many lives you have helped save.” she told students in a voice choked with emotion. All the students in the school could choose to help raise money and earn prizes. Other prizes were raffled during the jumping cycles. “My student teacher, Adrian Trzebiatowski from Western Michigan Univer­ sity, was a really big help this year,” Desy said. Trzebiatowski said, “No one told me jumping was part of my duties but it was lots of fun.” Parent volunteers also as­ sisted Desy with the day­ long project. The Thornapple Kellogg PTO provided a snack for all the jumpers. Students brought books to the gym to read while wait­ ing for their turn to jump. Music, laughter, balloons and more made this year’s Jump Rope for Heart a suc­ cessful event. On Valentine’s Day you could jump by yourself 2002 CORVETTE Z06 or all together! Cooperative Calendar for next 2 years set at TK Triple black, 405 HP, 6 speed PLUS REBATE $2002 AND 5.9% FINANCING Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick r—1 MwxUv 4 WcrtnetO.lv 8 W 8 TuotAjv . Thursday 4 FMny M. 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MB ♦ ♦ ♦ lee, assistant superintendent, “There were some intense discussions but we were able to work out most of our differences.” Kalee also told the mem­ bers of the Thornapple Kel­ logg School Board Feb. 11, “Schools agreed to these calendars and to working on combined calendars in the future. The calendars for some schools will still be different until they negotiate new contracts with their staff.” One reason that coordi­ nating calendars is important is to make sure there is a consistent schedule for stu­ dents attending classes at the Kent Skills Center. Most of these classes are half day, with students spending the other half of the day at their home high school. In the past it has hap­ pened that some students have had to be at Kent Skills on days when their school is closed or only half a class attends these classes. Each district may still have some differences in schedule, but the main start­ ing and stopping and vaca­ tion dales have been set for the next two years. Highlights of the 20022003 calendar are the first day for students Tuesday, Aug. 27, followed by the Labor Day holiday from Fri­ day, Aug. 30, through Mon­ day, Sept. 2. There will be no school Oct. 14 for a staff develop­ ment day. Thanksgiving be­ gins with a half day on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and no school on Nov. 28 and 29, Winter break begins on Monday, Dec. 23 and ends on Friday, Jan. 3. School re­ sumes on Monday, Jan. 6. There will be three half days on Jan. 15, 16 and 17 with a complete day off for students on Monday, Jan. 20. There is a halt d.i> scheduled for Friday, March 7. Spring break is from April 4-11. The last day for students is a half day on June 10 The 2003-2004 school year will begin on Aug. 26, with winter break beginning on Dec. 22. Thornapple Kellogg may adjust the calendar slightly as well to reflect local needs. Kalee reported tha» the district is still within snow day limits and has enough left for two late openings if needed. The new schedule will be printed in The Key sent to all residents of the district before the start of the next school year. “It really is a bonus that we have this done early. It makes it much easier to plan for parents,” Kalee con­ cluded. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIFebruary 19. 2002/Page 11 2002 BARRY HOME SHOW' ___ & EXPO From nuts & bolts to ALL your home improvement needs... See us at Barry Home Show & Expo... ■ Feb. 22, 23 & 24 BARRY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS $3 Admission for Adults Children FREE • $6 Whole Family Biy Familjt Eventj Sponsored by Kevin’s Draperies & Fine Furniture and Schondelmayer’s Bar-B-Q & Tent Rental CASH DRAWINGS EACH DAY FROM ADMISSION TICKETS (need not be present to win) $100, $50, $25 - M any Drawings & Giveaways at Booths i i _ _ _ _ _ _____________ ____ $1.00 OFF Per Couple ■ ’ 11 l^ ON ADMISSION - Feb. 22. 21'2. 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The council was prompted by a strong show of public support in a petition to the Michigan Department of Transportation with 1,426 voter signatures, asking for installation of the light and for the restriping of M-37 from 100th to Glen Valley. Signatures were gathered along M-37 between 100th Street and American Legion Post #305 near Main Street. Trustee Nick Unger re­ ported. The number repre- Summary of Minutes CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Summary of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia February 11, 2002 Call to Order at 7 03 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Unger. Oaks, Ers­ kine. Gilbert, Penfold, Zandstra, Regan & Ayers Absent: Audy Consideration of meeting agenda: Add resolution for approval of settlement regarding 92nd St acquisition. Approval of Consent Agen­ da: All Ayes-Motion Carried Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report Township agreed to the Cable Audit Village Manager Report: North Street was purchased by the Village and closed on Thursday, January 31, 2002 Mam St parking-Business own­ ers have requested that employ­ ees of Mam St businesses do not park on Main St. Kinsey & Lake storm sewer emergency repair by Caledonia Excavating and Ryan's Modern Sewer JC leaning Village President Report: Penfold reported that the attor­ ney's had reached an agree­ ment with S&H for the purchase of 92nd St. and the agreement will be finalized soon. Unfinished Business: none. New Business 1. Ordinance 002-004 Ordin­ ance to amend Section 2.15 of the Existing Ordinance Code of the Village of CaledoniaSupervision of the Clerk Ail Ayes-Motion carried. 2. Resolution R02-005 Reso­ lution to Amend Section 2.2(b) of the Policies and Procedures manual-Supervision of the Clerk Ail Ayes-Motion earned. 3. Resolution R02-006 Re­ solution of Support of Petition to MDOT for Traffic Light at 100th St & M37 and Restnping M37 from 100th St to Glen Valley. All Ayes-Motion carried. 4. Resolution R02-007 Reso­ lution to Appoint William McNeilly to Planning Commission. All Ayes, motion earned 5 Resolution R02-008 Re­ solution to accept the resigna­ tion of Rose Kogge from the Planning Commission All Ayesmotion carried 6 Resolution R02-003 Re­ solution of Approval of Settle­ ment Agreement Regarding 92nd St. Acquisition. All Ayesmotion carried. Council Comments: Nick commented on the Neighbor­ hood Watch meeting tonight at the Fire Bams Dan said the Amentech construction should wind down soon. Adjournment 7:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted Sandra Ayers, Village Clerk FOR SALE I - 1986 International School Bus Carpenter body, 66 passenger 9.0 diesel AT545, automatic transmission. Please submit sealed bid to: Thornapple Kellogg School Mtn: Alice Jansma 10051 Green Lake Rd. Middleville. Ml 49333 Bids will be opened February 25th at 4:00 p.m. sented about 25 percent of the total voting group. Vil­ lage President Dary l Penfold said. Proponents of the traffic light say they believe local municipal support for the re­ quest will encourage MDOTs prioritization of such measures in planning for the highway. It also was re­ ported that State Representa­ tive Mark Jansen had agreed to support local residents in this cause. Unger and citizen Fred Fleischmann began organiz­ ing a petition drive in De­ cember for a new traffic sig­ nal and left turn lane im­ provements at the corner. The feasibility of three lanes along the business areas of M-37 will be studied. Fleischmann said, adding there is enough width to cre­ ate three lanes. There are no left or right turn lanes at the intersection. Likely to increase problems at the comer is the planned development southeast of the 100th/M-37 crossing. Fleischmann said M-DOT studies are usually done to determine how to prioritize their spending, rather than over what will create the most safe conditions. Local governments can sometimes encourage improvements by establishing their own pri­ orities. or get agreement on improvements if they will pay for them, he said. He said for safety reasons, paving of the rail-trail south of 100th is not likely to hap­ pen until there is a light and crosswalks at the corner. Caledonia Schools, Village and Township have arranged for paving of a northern sec­ tion of the rail-trail between 100th and 84th streets. Fleischmann, who has been active for years on ac­ quisition of park land and completing the Paul Henry Thornapple Bike Trail, said the configuration of the in­ tersection was a barrier to further construction of the trail south of 100th. In one instance, he said the Thor­ napple Pine Trail Associa­ tion had put up money for a bridge over a highway at a cost of $600,000 so the trail could continue. Unger said after the meet- CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN PARENT INFORMATION MEETING If you are the parent of a student entering the Young 5's/Kindergarten Program this fall, please join us March 13, 2002, at 9:30 A.M. or 7:00 P.M. in the high school performing arts center for an informational meeting. “I don’t know of another community in West Michigan that has a 50-mile-perhour speed limit through a main sec­ tion of its town." - Lindy Crandell ing the traffic light installed at Main Street and M-37 had cost around $22,000 some 10 years ago. More recent estimates of traffic light costs have been closer to $50,000. Caledonia Township has not yet passed a similar resolution to support the citizens’ petition for the traf­ fic light and restriping of M37. At a recent Township Board meeting, concerns were voiced that three lanes might cause more accidents instead of preventing them. The petition initiative be­ gan Nov. 12 last year when Lindy Crandell and Mary Rieth asked the council for traffic slowing measures along M-37 at the busy in­ tersection. Crandell said she was one of several motorists to have been involved in a traffic accident along M-37. She was south bound and turning east on l(X)th Street, when she was struck from behind at full speed. Rieth also had been tail-ended in an earlier accident entering a commercial area along the highway. Crandell said in Novem­ ber that she believed her ac­ cident was in part due to the 50-mile-per-hour speed limit through the commercial area along the highway. "There is just not enough gap in the traffic," she said, suggesting that turn lanes and a boulevard would help. She said traffic has in­ creased substantially in the past year. "I don't know of another community in West Michi­ gan that has a 50-mile-perhour speed limit through a main section of its town." She pointed out there is more business on M-37 than on Main Street. Fleischmann, in December said traffic records from the Kent County Sheriff’s De­ partment indicate at least 19 accidents at the intersection. He said northbound traffic speeds through the intersec­ tion average far above the 55 mph speed limit, and the limit between 100th and 84th streets is 50 mph. Caledonia school bus driv­ ers and local businesses along M-37 joined the effort and circulated petitions. Fleischmann reported that during peak traffic times, school bus drivers experi­ enced considerable delays attempting to cross M-37 at 100th Street. Many east bound buses turn right at Main and M-37 and then turn left onto 100th Street to avoid crossing both lanes of traffic on the state highway. Many commuters travel to work esery day on M-37 from other communities, ness places. One problem and are also affected. Randy seems to be from employees Coblenpz from the Yankee parking on the street rather Springs area called to com­ on streets off or back of the ment he uses the M-37 sev­ businesses. It was pointed out that eral times a week. He recalled how 20 years parking on the streets is pub­ ago. a personal friend of his lic and the village govern­ had been turning west there ment cannot require differ­ when her car was struck and ent rules for employees who she has been in a wheelchair work downtown. Ayers said she would ever since. Coblenpz said there has been a need for a make a door to door effort to traffic signal at 100th Street speak with owners and em­ since the 1980s. and won­ ployees about the problem. dered how nothing could be Scheduling a luncheon is an done after all this time. He idea to be explored. Trustee Dan Erskine said said no one pays attention to there were additional adjust­ the speed limit. Many people agree, and ments and responsibilities would like the intersection by business owners that to be made more safe before could help business, such as more people are injured or clearing snow from the side­ walk. cutting weeds and co­ killed. In other business. Man- operating with each other on ager/Clerk Sandy Ayers re­ parking. Ayers reported that emer­ ported the village has closed on the purchase of North gency storm sewer repairs Street, next to the cemetery. along Kinsey and Lake Parking on Main Street Streets were being made by has become so difficult, Caledonia Excavating, near lately, that owners have Caledonia Elevator, for a complained customers can­ not access downtown busi­ Continued next page Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 22, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr. Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr. David Newman and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ utes of the January 08, 2002 meeting were approved as cor­ rected. The Agenda was approved as amended Mr. Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report. Mr. Ryan Argo was administered the Oath of Office as a Reserve Police Officer. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated January 18, 2002, in the amount of $99,194.70, on a motion made by Mr. Lytle and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 2. Revised the authorized amount to purchase a rotary broom attachment for the John Deere to an amount not to exceed $3155.24 on a motion made by Mr Newman and sup­ ported by Mr. Bray 3. Approved payment of $44,235 63 to MDOT for Wash­ ington Street Construction on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4. Approved the invoice from Wade Trim for $5961.29 for con­ struction inspection services performed during the Washing­ ton Street reconstruction on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Newman. 5. Approved the invoice from Wade Trim for $5252.75 for the Bridge Feasibility Study on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Newman. 6 Approved the Wellhead Protection Grant Agreement on a motion made by Mr bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Adjourned the meeting at 8:14 p.m. on a motion made by Mr. Newman and supported by Mr. Lytle. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Village of Freeport NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2002-2003 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 20, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Community Hall The Freeport Village Council will hold public hearing on the Village s proposed 2002-2003 budget The Council may not adopt its proposed 2002-2003 budget until after the public hearing A copy of the proposed 20022003 budget is available for public inspection during normal business ours at the village office, 200 State Street, Freeport Michigan This Nonce is given by order of the Village Council February 11. 2002 Village Clerk Yvonne M. Aspinall Village of Freeport Freeport Village Council 303 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml February 19. 2002/Page 13 Metro Council makes pitch to Caledonia Twp. Board by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Board members heard a pro­ motional presentation about the Grand Valley Metro Council at its meeting Feb. 6. Metro Council Executive Director Jerry Felix said Caledonia could benefit from its membership in Metro Council with help with road planning, storm water planning and by tak­ ing part in regional plan­ ning. Felix had been invited to present an overview of the various activities and serv­ ices provided by Metro Council. Periodically, the Town­ ship Board updates its infor­ mation that affects the local area from organizations of the general region and in­ vites input from various leaders. The Metro Council is an organization of governmen- From previous page bill of $6,140, approved by the council. Another com­ pany was asked to bid on the work but could not fix the problem. Additional cement work, as well as across Kin­ sey is planned for spring. In other business, Unger reported the township had approved auditing funds coming to the Cable Chan­ nel 15, for a 50-50 split of any extra funds discovered in the audit to come to the municipality. The Village Council last month tabled voting on approval for an audit of the Cable Channel use of Cable Franchise fees by Troy & Banks. Again, no action was taken in Febru­ ary. The council amended or­ dinances in the policies and procedures manual and the ordinance code referring to duties of the manager, to support last month's decision to add the duties of clerk to Ayers’ managerial position. tai units that coordinates and plans common interests and projects between the various groups. The council has no authority to impose jurisdic­ tion of any kind. Member­ ship dues help support the organization. In general. Metro Council does transportation plan­ ning, land use planning co­ ordination, watershed plan­ ning, public utility planning, and works with the Michi­ gan Legislature on behalf of the members, an effective asset for many members who participate. The umberella of the entire Metro Council membership ampli­ fies the voice of smaller units. Felix said legislators often call Metro leaders to take the pulse of the regional po­ sition on various issues. Metro Council does Transportation Planning for the area. Designated by the governor, with the Federal Department of Transporta­ tion, it is the agency that ap­ proves all spending of fed­ eral funds that come into the area. This includes county, city and state road commis­ sion money from the gas tax paid. About $15 million comes into the area, outside the state highway funding and transit money as well. In a given year the budget han­ dled could be as much as $50 million. It has a farmland preser­ vation group and a formal watershed agency in the sub regional group planning sys­ tem. It includes a city-town­ ship cooperation committee, which attempts to deal with annexation issues, and en­ courages a policy of no an­ nexation unless it is mutual. The council assisted in or­ ganizing the stormwater task force and developing a model ordinance for all townships to consider, and which is being adopted across the county. Grant money for stormwater re­ lated projects is available. Kent County - Michigan 2002 March Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday: March 5th, 2002 Org Meeting - 9:00 a m Monday: March 11th. 2002 9:00 a m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday: March 12th, 2002 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. All reviews will be heard by appointment only' For appointments call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews will be held at the Caledonia Township. Vd'.age Hall 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Written appeals accepted until Monday. March 11th. 2002 The 2002 Kent County Equalization factors for the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows: Commercial 1 0331 Residential 1.0977 Assessor Laura Slob Township Clerk Patnaa Snyder x» ganizing workshops and fo­ cus groups. The organization helped facilitate cooperation be­ tween smaller governmental units involved with utility planning on a larger scale. Felix explained REGIS, a $15 million computerized information system that compiles detailed demo­ graphic data. Begining with extensive aerial photos of Kent and Ottawa counties, the project coordinates fac­ tors such as soil type, tax ad­ ministration, and more, and offers informational access to members who need it. More than 800 data ele­ ments have been compiled on most parcels. For in- Thornapple Township hall to display logos by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The interior and exterior of the Thornapple Township Building soon will include a display of the township logo. The interior of the meet­ ing room will inlude a 36inch diameter logo. An 18inch bronze logo will be in­ stalled on the extenor of the building. Both logos will be built by the Black Forest Buiding Co at at combined price of about $2,925. Most of the rest of the Feb. 11 Thornapple Town­ ship meeting was routine. Mark Marentette, the new emergency services chief, was introduced at this meet­ ing. He commended the per­ sonnel who have kept the department running smoothly. The township will pur­ chase a shop vacuum, two computers and an industrial grade ladder for the emer­ gency services department. Susan Vlietstra reported that the members of the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission had met with Barry County Caledonia man selected Kent Co. Vet of Year Charter Township of Caledonia Agricultural: 1 447 Industrial: 1.1307 The council has 32 mem­ ber communities, represent­ ing about 650.000 people over the West Michigan area. It is involved in 13 state representatives’ dis­ tricts, seven or eight state senate districts, and three congressional districts. Not all the members are part of the MPO or Metropolitan Planning Organization. Oth­ ers are members only of the MPO. Some cities are out­ side the MPO boundaries, but benefit from cooperating on some common issues. The Metro Council has a full-time staff that works on various specialties and in fa­ cilitating inter- regional co­ operation, pro-actively or- Dave Stauffer of Caledo­ nia has been selected as Kent County Veteran of the Year. Stauffer, who received the honor on Saturday. Feb. 9, has been a member of the Caledonia Memorial Ameri­ can Legion Post #305 for over 56 years. Every year the United Veterans Council of Kent County se­ lects one veteran in Kent County for this honor. One of the past winners was for­ mer President Gerald Ford. Stauffer has been very ac­ tive at Post #305 though the years and is still in charge of Memorial Day events, which he started doing in 1946. He is presently the Historian Officer at Post 305. United Way. The Parks and Rec Commission hopes to obtain similiar funding to that which the Barry County YMCA received. The Parks and Rec Commission has taken over the Y programs. The TAPRC is planning a golf outing May 18 and other activities throughout the year. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Trus­ tees will be at 7 p.m. Mon­ day, March 11, in the Town­ ship Hall. stance, a print-out of all the riparian owners on the Grand River could be ac­ cessed in a matter of min­ utes where previously this would have taken weeks or months. A lot of data on conditions of individual roadways is recorded in the system. REGIS access is very costly, at about $80,000. however, which is why. sev­ eral years ago. Caledonia did not take part in the pro­ ject. Much of the informa­ tion will be available, how­ ever. through the county tax and assessment system. BLUEPRINT is the land use plan and regional vision of MctroCouncil. Though is has no ability to impose this planning, the leaders are try­ ing to promote cooperation from the bottom up within a regional framework for bet­ ter coordination of utilities. transportation, and open space and land use issues. Some of these could conflict with each other, especially without unified planning. Six sub regional groups in Ottawa and Kent counties have been designated. Cale­ donia is part of the Southbelt Planning Alliance. Caledo­ nia can talk with neighbor­ ing townships and gain con­ sensus of its place in the re­ gion. Village of Freeport NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2002-2003 WATER RATES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 20. 2002. at 7 30 p.m. in the Village Community Hall The Freeport Village Council will hold a public hearing on the Village’s proposed 2002-2003 water rates This Notice is given by order ot the Village Council February 11, 2002 Village Clerk Yvonne M Aspinall Village of Freeport Freeport Village Council 304 CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Invites you to our ‘Celebration of Volunteers’ Saturday, March 2, 6:45 p.m. at Raffaela’s by Pagano’s Banquet Room WITH ENTERTAINMENT BY FISHCHTICK— An improvisational comedy troupe S35/TICKET CASH BAR This years honorees are: Ken Yonker —Caledonia High School volunteer Gloria Schram — Caledonia Elementary volunteer Crystal Bellgraph — Kettle Lake Elementary volunteer Deb McCarty — Emmons Lake Elementary volunteer June Huyser — Dutton Elementary volunteer Caledonia Lumber — Business Community volunteer These people and Caledonia Lumber represent the many volunteers who give of themselves to make our community a wonderful place to live and learn. Please join us in making this a very special evening for Ken, Gloria, Crystal, Deb, June and Caledonia Lumber Tickets are available at each Caledonia school building office, Pagano’s, or by calling Kathy Jackson at 891-8427. Tickets will not be available at the door. :«>>:. ^h -=f~ �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 19. 2002 New plan commissioner appointed in Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A vacant position on the Village Planning Commission was filled Feb. 11 when Bill McNeilly was appointed by the Village Council, only to have another vacancy ereated by the resignation of Rose Kogge effective Feb. 28. McNeilly’s term will be for a little more than two years, ending June 30, 2004. He thanked President Daryl Penfold and the members of the council for his appoint­ ment, who also thanked him for applying. McNeilly explained that he has lived in the village only for about six months, coming here from Georgia. He and his wife are enjoying the challenges and enchantment of living in a vintage home. Their children are adults, and they live in Michigan. While in Georgia, McNeilly observed the disorganization caused by unplanned growth, and wanted to contribute something more in Caledonia, by doing what he could to support sound planning. "Development needs to be done properly," he said. "There are no quick an- | I I I I I I I I I I * 1 N BiH McNeilly Rose Kogge swers. I think you must lis­ ( ten to all the people in­ volved, glean the informa­ tion and then adopt a reason­ able approach." McNeilly has worked 18 years in the aerospace indus­ try, and 22 years in sales, 1 part of which was as a na­ • tional sales manager. He 1 ‘also owned a business for a number of years and he is not retired. He said he felt 1 fskills he acquired in his background in negotiation of * aerospace contracts and in proposal preparation might ! be * useful as a planning com­ missioner. 1 He acknowledges he does not yet have experience in 1 village planning, but is ' pleased for the opportunity I fastings. <£itp IBanti PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We are currently looking for a Part-Time Teller to join our team. We currently have an opening in our Middleville office. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St., Hastings Ml 49058 EOE/M-F to learn and contribute his own efforts in public serv­ ice. He noted the community is largg|y built up. without a lot of room for expansion, which would not place ex­ cessive demands on him while he is learning. Originally coming from Michigan, he served on the school board in Jackson sev­ eral years ago. which is his °n!y Prior Pub,ic service, Kogge. who is moving out of Caledonia, leaves that po­ sition open Interested vil­ lage residents are encour­ aged to apply at the village office. Call 891-9384. Correction Caledonia Village Manager/Clerk Sandra Ayers has three sons instead of two. The number was reported incorrectly in a recent issue of the Sun & News. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Representatives from the Michigan Association of School Boards’ Superinten­ dent Services Committee brought information about a superintendent search to (616) 868-6087 All Vehicle Makes & Models Insurance Claims - Save On Deductibles All Work Fully Guaranteed In Business Since 1978 Owner - Kevin Wagner by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The present Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices Fire Station on High Street is feeling its age. with limited space and no flexibility. The Fires Services Com­ mittee has been discussing possible sites for a new sta­ tion for almost a year. The committee met re­ cently with an architect to determine the size of a new building. The Thornapple Township board has set a public meeting for Wednes­ day. Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. to discuss three possible sites. The township already has discussed the availability of the sites and land acquisition costs with the ow ners of the three properties. Site No. 1 is on the northcast corner of Bender Road and West Main Street. Pro­ jected costs for this site in­ clude storm sewer, paving. sanitary system, and water service and fire hydrants and significant earth work. Pro­ jected estimated costs for the site is $334,520. This site received a lot of negative attention from the members of the Village of Middleville Council at the Feb. 12 meeting. Major concerns were the proximity of the site to the high school. There was also a lot of concern about traffic congestion. The second site is in front of the Middleville Water Tower off of West Main Street adjacent to Lee Ele­ mentary. This site also in­ cludes estimated costs for a 375-foot long access drive of $21,250. With costs for storm sewer, paving, sanitary sys­ tem. water service and earth­ work the estimated costs for this site is $445,020. Village councilman Floyd Bray was concerned that this fire station would end up in the middle of a residential neighborhood. The third site being con­ sidered is the old depot. Ra­ terink properly near the river and off of Railroad Street in Middleville. One concern raised by council member Dorothy Corson was the fate of the historic depot structure itEstimated site costs for this location including, storm and sanitary sewer, paving, water service and earthwork, are $392,330.50. Village President Lon Myers encouraged council members to attend the Feb. 20 meeting. The consensus of the meeting was that the Raterink site was the pre ferred location. The facilities meeting is open to the public and be­ gins at 7 p.m. in Township Hall. Raises approved, from pg. at the EarthTech contract for the wastewater treatment The next meet­ plant. The contract expires ing of the Village in April. Following some discus­ of Middleville sion. the council approved will be Feb. 26 the purchase of a gazebo, which will be used to shelter at 7 p.m.in the stagecoach now being Village Hall. built. Council member Floyd Bray said he was con­ cerned about buying a sec­ Gruesbeck explained that ond gazebo before com­ pletely paying for the stage fund-raising and grant appli­ cations are going well. He coach also mentioned that dedica- . tion of the Stagecoach Park is tentatively set for Memo­ rial Day weekend. Gruesbeck is continuing to work on the broadband committee. Now a coalition of rural counties, including Allegan. Barry. Ionia and Montcalm are planning to work on this issue. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville will be Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. in Vil­ lage Hall. Public input sought in TK Supt. selection & Paint Repair Free Computer Estimating Three sites considered for new TTES fire station Spray-In Truck Bedliners Protect your new truck or improve your older one members of the Thornapple Kellogg School Board Feb. 11. TK is looking for some­ one to replace retiring Su­ perintendent Midge Pippel, who is stepping down on June 30. The board reviewed the search process and discussed qualifications and developed broad based selection crite­ ria. The position will be ad­ vertised in through March with an application deadline of March 22. Today, Tuesday, Feb. 19, the MASB representatives plan to meet with the public at 7 p.m. in the middle school library. According to the questionnaire, the MASB is interested in what the community thinks are the three best qualities of the school system, three top pri­ orities for the district, the specific skills of the new su­ perintendent and the three most critical issues facing the district. MASB representatives will meet with staff Feb. 21, asking the same questions Anyone who cannot at­ tend the meeting can send comments to Gene Young, consultant, Michigan Asso­ ciation of School Boards Su­ perintendent Search Serv­ ices, 1001, Centennial Way, Suite 400, Lansing, Ml 48917. Comments can be faxed to Young at 517-321 0775. Following the application deadline March 22, the TK board will have a workshop at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28. At this meeting the board will set scripts for the interviews, guidelines for community visits, preparing for reference checks and screen applications. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Initial interviews will be held the week of April 8 with second interviews set during the week of April 15. The board hopes to offer a contract and announce an appointment of a new super­ intendent by April 29. The new superintendent would be on site by July 1. 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The Trojans (27-15-5 on the season) struggled in the morning, losing to Wayland (15-4, 15-8) and Holland Christian (15-9, 15-12) be­ fore managing a split against Grandville (15-12, 6-15). TK’s low seed for the playoffs placed it against top-seed East Grand Rapids in the quarterfinals, and a 15-3 loss in the first game appeared to signal the end of the Trojans. But in a resilient and ex­ citing second game, TK stunned the hosts 15-13 and turned the day around. The Trojans took the rubber game 15-6 and vaulted into a semifinal rematch with Wayland. In a great semi, the Wild­ cats took the first game 1512, but TK closed it out with wins in the last two, 16-14 and 15-11. Holland Christian finally put an end to TK’s run in the finals, winning the tourney title 15-10 and 15-12. Rachel VanderMeer served 35 points and five aces on the day for TK. Ra­ chel Clinton had seven aces and 29 points. Melisa Potts and Jocelyn Price each had four aces. Clinton led the team with 59 assists, and Potts added 43. Megan Dutcher had 43 kills and 10 blocks up front. Ashley Carter had 33 kills, Cary Middlebush had 22 kills, and Melissa Robinson had six blocks. On defense. Middlebush had 46 digs. Carter had 45, VanderMeer had 36 and Price had 31. TK hosts Rogers on Thursday at 6 p.m. in its last Are you prepared to take advantage of them? C&K Business Services, LLC CPA C&K Business Services can help. Individual and Bus/ness Tax Return Preparation Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnwnfaxkbusservcom • tx 412 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 45MU Junior Cary Middlebush does a dig for the Trojans in their big O-K Blue Con­ ference dual match vic­ tory Thursday evening over Calvin Christian. 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Ml/February 19. 2002 Route set for June 24-Hour Challenge by Patricia Johns Staff Writer John Obermeyer attended the Thornapple Township and Middleville Village meetings earlier this month to update both councils on plans for the National 24Hour Challenge on June 1516. Obermeyer was praised by Barry County Sheriff Sgt. Tony Stein for the coopera­ tion the group has shown in planning this endurance event. Obermeyer will meet with new Thornapple Emergency Serviced Chief Mark Marcntette as well to explain how the challenge has worked over the last two years. “We arc really excited about this year’s event.” Obermeyer said. He told the Village Council that the ride begins with bagpipes up at the high school and that the bagpiper then will travel down to Main Street to be there as the cyclists drive by. Entry forms arc available in the lobby of Village Hall or by calling Obermeyer at (616) 241-1969. The e-mail address is N24HC@aol.com. This “personal best ride to test endurance and determi­ nation” brings out men and women from the ages of 18 to 60 plus. Signs are set up along the road ways to warn drivers of the upcoming event. Loop #2 Loop 2, 22.3 miles, must be completed before dark and before Loop 3 can be attempted. Loop 6.1 GM CERTIFIED 6.9% Wil HAM GAVIN id RUSTY KFRMEEN JACK MARTIN RICHARD LEVAY JIM MILLER TERRY NILES 01 Aztec CT 95 Saturn SL2 All wheel drive loaded. 4900 miles #3216 4 door sunroof. 5 speed 83210 *22,500 *5,495 Caledonia advanced five varsity wrestlers from last Saturday’s individual dis­ trict meet at Hastings, all of them qualifying for individ­ ual regional competition this Saturday at Greenville. Jake Klapmust (215 pounds) and Brandon Cance (103) each placed second in their weight classes. Cance battled through a.tight, highscoring final before he was caught for a pin, while Klap­ must lost a decision to Low­ ell. Tyler Gameiin (140) and Matt Kilmartin (112) earned third-place finishes to ad­ vance. In one of the best matches of the day. Ryan Dykhouse took an exciting 11-10 deci­ sion over Middleville’s Mark Price to place at 160 pounds. Dykhouse finished fourth behind Rob Baker of Hastings. TIM GAVIN 97 Chevy 1 Ton Flat Bed Dump *12,995 01 Chet K2500 HD 4x4 Ext Cab 98 Chev 3/4 T 4x4 Ext Cab Long box 4 door <3219 Long 5c*. 40.000 raxes 83207 *24,995 *17,995 Five Scots wrestle into regionals 10 <0 CAViN”;:»j; • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 031 0,31 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS Mon & Wed 8 lo 8 Tues Thors & Fn 8 to 6; Sat.8 K> 1 SERVICE HOURS: Mon. 8 to 8; Toe* - Frt. 8 to 5- GM CERTIFIED 6.9% #3 Miles Finkbeiner Rd. o O Green oo Lk Rd. Q Main St 4 m 0 Adame Rd. Q Riders /ray meet their Crews at Checkpoints #1, #2, #3 and #4. Riders may not meet their Crews at Checkpoint #5. The 6.1 mile loop 3 can be attempted as many times as possible overnight, but only complete loops count. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mb February 19, 2002'Page PHOTO Center TK beats Caledonia, Allegan for district title It does matter where you have your photos processed! Don 't trust your memories to just anyone... let the professionals at Printing Plus get the best reproduction possible! 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET TK's Josh Bowerman is the district champ at 112 pounds. In a battle of state powers, the Middleville Thornapple Kellogg varsity wrestling team gutted out a 33-27 win over Allegan in a team dis­ trict final last Wednesday night. TK advanced to the final with a 44-25 win over Cale­ donia. The Trojans move on to team regional competition on Wednesday night at Port­ age Northern, where they will face Plainwell at 6 p.m. The winner then wrestles ci­ ther Stevensville Lakeshore or Three Rivers for the re­ gional title. TK senior 189-pounder Matt Erb earned the l(M)th win of his career at the O-K Blue Conference Meet on Feb. 9, and added to his total with two wins at the district. Other TK winners against Caledonia were freshman Kurt Huntington (103), Mi­ chael McKeown (119), Pat­ rick McKeown (130), Kyle Fletke (135), Shawn Reil (145), Justin Hoffman (152) and Randy Benedict (heavy­ weight). Allegan came into the dis­ trict ranked fourth in the state, one spot higher than fifth-ranked TK. and the gritty showdown between the two teams lived up to expectations. The victorious Trojans got pins from Josh Tobias (171) and Benedict, a major decision from Erb, and another major decision INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... Big week: TK’s Matt Erb earned his 100th career win at the conference meet, then won team and indi­ vidual district titles. from Mike McKeown. “Michael McKeown was exceptional,” Middleville coach Tom Lehman said. “He beat a really good kid, and he beat him 15-3.” Other winners against Al­ legan were Huntington, Pat McKeown and Mark Price (160). Six Trojans on to individual regional* TK will send six wrestlers on to individual regional competition this weekend after they placed at the indi­ vidual district meet in Hast­ ings last Saturday. Matt Erb (189) and Josh Bowerman (112) earned dis­ trict championships in their weight classes. Mike McKe­ own (119) and Kyle Fletke (135) placed second, and Ryan Fletke (125) and Josh Tobias (171) placed fourth. The individual regional* will be held at Greenville on Saturday. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT 99e GET 8X10 "",on’$^98 ENLARGEMENTS *T SAME DAY PROCESSING! SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville • • • • • • Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 ,n tnc Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/February 19. 2002 Fighting Scots upset by Wayland eagers Mike Paul, Elites head pitching coach, assists a young ball player. Paul will be joining Bryan Baar and Jim Abbot for the clinic. Caledonia baseball clinic to take place Saturday by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Baseball & Softball League will have a baseball clinic from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Caledonia Elementary School Gymnasium. The purpose of the clinic is to teach adults how to teach youngsters the proper techniques of throwing, hit­ ting, pitching and fielding. Though this particular clinic will be geared toward coaches, volunteers and par­ ents, it is not strictly limited to them. They can learn how to organize and get the most out of practices and infor­ mation about the latest func­ tional fitness exercises to prepare ballplayers. Elite Baseball and Softball Training will conduct this two-hour event, led by Bryan Baar, a former West­ ern Michigan Univ-ersity player and seventh round draft pick by the Los Ange­ les Dodgers in 1989. He spent four years in the Dodgers system, reaching AAA level in 1992. He was also an AA All-Star catcher in 1991 and spent one year on the Dodgers’ 40-man ros­ ter. Baar is currently a scout for the Cleveland Indians. Another instructor will be Elites head pitching coach Mike Paul, a Minnesota Twins scout and certified functional fitness expert, and Caledonia’s own Major League connection, Jim Ab­ bot. currently a pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organi­ zation at the AA level. There is no charge for this clinic, as the league board has paid the fee for the event. Registration is re­ quired. FORTUNE CHEF A young athlete who has gone through the Elite Baseball and Softball training course. For those interested in registering, call Dan Veneklase at 891-2641. RESTAURANT Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner American - Chinese - Steak 9353 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia, Ml 49316 616-891-1388 3E® Call 945-9554 for Sun & News Action-Ads. Wayland handed Caledo­ nia a stunning 68-60 O-K Gold defeat Friday, drop­ ping the Fighting Scots to 94 in the league and 10-6 overall. "We struggled offensively in the middle of the game." said Coach Todd Tolsma. "We had to overcome a se­ ries of fouls and we were behind the eight ball most of the night. "Fouls took us out of the flow and kept us from ever getting anything going," he said. The Wildcats shot an amazing 27 of 37 free throws and visiting Caledo­ nia got only 12 chances, sinking nine. "You have to give Wayland credit," Tolsma said. "They did very well from the free throw line. But our kids played very hard and gave us a great effort. Caledonia earned a slim 15-13 lead after the first quarter, but struggled in the second and third stanzas, scoring only 15 points com­ bined. Even though the Fighting Scots came back with a huge 30-point effort in the final eight minutes, it was not enough. "We just gave up too much in the middle two quarters and couldn't come back." Tolsma said. Way- land outscored the Scots 127 in the second quarter to take a 25-22 lead into the half, and then ran out to a 21-8 advantage in the third quarter to lead 46-30 going into the final eight minutes. It proved to be too big an obstacle for Tolsma’s team to overcome. Nick Slot led Caledonia with 15 points. Greg Jousma added 13 and Travis Slot had 11. Jon Hindenach of Wavland led all scorers with 20. Wayland won the battle of the boards. 32-27. Caledonia ran its basket­ ball record to 10-5 last Tues­ day night with a non-conference 64-54 victory over Hudsonville. "This was a real good test for us," said Coach Todd Tolsma, "because Hudson­ ville is a Class A school and plays in the O-K White, which is a bigger league." The Fighting Scots lead most of the night, but found themselves down by a point going into the final eight minutes. That's when Tolsma instituted the 2-3 zone, forcing Hudsonville to shoot from ouiside, some­ thing they had trouble doing i all night long. "The were only three of 18 from three-point range, so we figured, let them shoot until they make one," Tolsma said. "Fortunately, they never got on track." Hudsonville’s Kyle Clem­ ent had 34 points to lead all scorers in the contest, but he w as the only player they had in double figures. Caledonia put three players in double figures. Travis Slot with 17 points, Greg Jousma w ith 15 and Nick Slot with 11. "It was a very physical game," Tolsma said. "Hud­ sonville was a lot bigger than we are. especially in­ side. but our kids worked very hard. When we went to the 2-3 zone, it caused them problems and shut them down. That was the differ­ ence.” Caledonia led most of the night, but Hudsonville came back to outscore the Fight­ ing Scots 19-12 in the third quarter and it looked for a time as if the bigger school would prevail. "Our kids showed a lot of character by working hard and staying with it when they came back to take the lead, and I think it was a very good win for us with the tough schedule we have coming up over the next couple of weeks." Tolsma said. "These next four games are going to be extremely tough," Tolsma said. Dynamic duo, playmaker spark Trojans to 2 wins Middleville's dynamic duo of Chris Finkbeiner and Brian Yeazel continued to put up big numbers for the Trojans Friday as they led their team to a 62-46 O-K Blue Conference victory over Coopersville. "They are our strength," said Coach Kurt Holzheuter, "but we could not have done it without Justin VanSpronsen. He was the key for us tonight. He's the reason those guys scored so many points." VanSpronsen was at the point and he made good bas­ ketball decisions all night, keying the victory, Holzheu­ ter said. "He had nine assists and he ran the floor well and penetrated v ith the ball to open lanes for the others in­ side. Then he gave it up so they could score." Holzheuter said the other key to the game was his team defense. "I thought we played one of our better games defen­ sively," he said. "Everybody contributed and it was a real team effort. Coopersville has an explosive offense and we held them to just 46 points. That says a lot." Yeazel had 27 points and 10 rebounds for the Trojans, while Finkbeiner added 25 points and eight boards. The victory brought Mid­ dleville record to 12-5 over­ all and 7-4 in the O-K Blue Conference. Last Tuesday, the Trojans toppled Grand Rapids Bap­ tist 73-66, again behind the scoring of Finkbeiner and Yeazel and the playmaking of VanSpronsen. The Trojans went up early and stayed up, forcing Bap­ tist to foul late in the game. Middleville made the most of its chances, sinking 26 of 35 from the free throw line, while Grand Rapids was only 16 of 19. "A lot of that was because we were ahead late in the game," said Coach Kurt Holzheuter, "but a lot of it was because of our strength inside. The only way they could stop Brian and Chris was to foul them and we were just too strong in the paint." Finkbeiner scored 28 points and Yeazel added 25. VanSpronsen had nine as­ sists and as usual was the key to the offense. "He runs things for us and when he makes good deci sions, we all benefit," Holz­ heuter said. 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Other goals came from Javid Maylone (2), Corey Celly, Ted McCoy and An­ drew Smith. Ted McCoy, David Sweeny, Aaron Benmark. David Blair. David Maylone. Jeff Moore and Ramsey Charouff recorded assists. Later in the day. team overcame a slow start to trounce Grand Ledge 7-1. Maul was excellent in net again, and Lowell/Cal got another hat trick from John. Other scorers were Maylone (2), Pat McMahon and Truszkowski. Assists came from McMahon. Moore, Kelly. John. Maylone. Benmark and McCoy (2). Caledonia JV eagers move record to 14-3 With a victory over Hudsonville 44-40 and another over Wayland 64-51, the Caledonia JV basketball team last week improved its season record to 14-3. In the Hudsonville game Tuesday, Coach Paul Nixon’s squad was led in scoring by Abe Mulvihill with 13 points, and Brad Swartz, with 8. Mike Morgan handled the boards for the Scots with 8. Against Wayland Friday evening, Mulvihill netted 17 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, while teammate Mike Mesecar scored 15. 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Service I STATE ST (MAM) GREBi ST (M-37) Aanssma■fCMUJfiM I (Corner of M-43 & M-37) west of Hastings 948-0189 Or toll free 1 -888-404-2846_______ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-02-26.pdf e0d8de0e86830afe9df3d8871d793b17 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 9/February 26 2002 .131th year Garden Grove hearing draws no public interest by Ruth Zachary Sluff Writer Suppose the Michigan De­ partment of Environmental Quality had a public hearing and nobody came. That’s what happened at the DEQ hearing last Thurs­ day night, held on a request by owner Paul Garbow for a permit that would affect wetlands in the Garden Grove development at the 100th Street/M-37 intersec­ tion. Because of previous pub­ lic interest, the applicant re­ quested the public hearing, though it wasn’t required. The fact that no residents at­ tended surprised project spokesman-engineer Ron VanSingel. The development was ap­ proved by a court judgment last year after a long dispute with the township over de­ nial of the project. After the Planning Commission ini­ tially recommended ap­ proval, the Township Board sent the request back, and that second time time the commission did not recom­ mend approval. Planning Commission re­ sistance came largely be­ cause the zoning in the new master plan would have placed the parcel in the open space preservation zone, with only single family resi­ dential allowed. The Garbow Garden Grove project plans for a more densely populated use, requiring public utilities, than single family residen­ tial on the 40-acre parcel. An underlying factor cited by Township Board mem­ bers was that the township sewer and water service dis­ trict was intended to be ex­ tended to the north near the M-6 interchange rather than south of the village. Exten­ sion of public utilities south would be very expensive. Nevertheless, the court gave the developer the right to go ahead with the project, with negotiations for a set­ tlement with the Township Board, in which public utili­ ties will be extended from Three CMS students win Odyssey of the Mind T-shirt design contest by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Odyssey of the Mind teams are getting ready to go to competition soon. They’ll be heading to Rockford High School for the regional competition Saturday. March 2, and they’ll be sporting new Tshirts when they go. Three girls from Caledo­ nia Middle School won the t-shirt competition with a simple and creative design that depicts the general idea behind Odyssey of the Mind: Thinking outside the box. The design sports a very simple box with the word “THINK’’ coming out of it in several different ways. Merle Domer and Katie Page, both eighth-graders and Kristi Page, a sixth­ grader. were winners of the T-shirt contest and as such won a pizza party for their OM team. “We were just thinking of things, things to do with minds,” said Domer. “We came up with the purple and gold and the different fonts (coming out of the box).” Odyssey of the Mind competition generally in­ volves several months of preparation with a seven­ member team. All the hard work culminates with a competition of a long-term problem and a spontaneous problem that the teams have no knowledge of before competition day. This year’s long-term problems include: • The Ostrich Factor — Where a character must pos­ sess the qualities of an os­ trich. When hiding its head it becomes invisible and re­ mains so until its head reap­ pears. • It’s a Snap! — Where they must design and build components of a structure and assemble them into a complete structure. The components must be of balsa wood and glue and must interlock without the use of glue, string or fasten­ ers of any kind. “A lot of kids want to be on teams, but we never have enough coaches,” said Jill Birtles, Caledonia OM coor­ dinator. Teams compete in four divisions, depending on their age group. There is also a “junior” division that does not compete, but gets the experience of OM. Teams winning in regionals continue on to state and na­ tional competitions. (From left) Katie Page, Merle Domer and Knsb Page, are the winners of this year’s Odyssey of the Mind T-shirt contest for Caledonia. 100th STREET the system serving the vil­ lage and township busi­ nesses east of the village. Sixty-four condo units, 40 apartments and 150 extended care units are planned, in addition to the businesses mentioned. The presentation at the hearing was made by the de­ veloper's wetland consultant, Matt MacGregor, who cov­ ered the basic plan presented about nine months ago, with only a few modifications. The Planned Unit Devel­ opment (PUD) will include various mixed uses, largely housing for elder citizens, an extended senior care facility and community retail busi­ nesses or offices which will enhance the life of the resi­ dents in the neighborhood. A theater is still being planned, as well as a car wash or bank, a sit-down restaurant, a fast food loca­ tion, retirement apartments and condos, to create com­ fortable living for the retire­ ment community. "This will provide senior (citizens’) housing for this area," VanSingel said. "Caledonia does not have any of this type of housing. There are a lot of people m that retirement age that would like to stay in this area, who have lived here their whole life and do not want to move into a strange area to retire," he said. The other facilities are to provide other activities for them, VanSingel said. Wetland areas identified by MacGregor are not of the standing water type, but are seasonally marshy. Most will not be excavated to be made deeper, but a pond LEGEND area is planned for the en­ hancement of the condomin­ ium housing units at the south of the property. Some filling at the edges of these areas is requested, (a total of 8,450 cubic yards) to accommodate the layout of the development com­ plex, mostly for access into the area. Additional wet­ lands will be relocated in eight locations adjacent to existing wetlands on the site to mitigate the filling, if ap­ proved by the DEQ. About 1.53 acres of wetlands would be filled in as pro­ posed, while 3.56 acres of wetland would be created, more than twice that taken away. There may be some tree clearing. Most of the trees along the eastern boundary of the property will be pre­ served, to form a buffer, VanSingel said. The permit would allow dredging, filling and con­ structing storm water dis­ charge outlets within the wetlands and two storm wa­ ter outfalls to serve the PUD. The disturbed areas are to be protected by riprap at the end sections. Streets are planned to go in this summer. Buildings will not be erected immedi- See Garden Grove hearing, pg, 2 In This Issue Eleven local youth cited for minors in possession after party Caledonia School Board to vote on OK realignment Two townships cooperate on Patterson Road projects Three proposed Thornapple fire station sites discussed �P^'ge 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, Mi/February 26. 2002 Caledonia volunteers to be named March 2 The Caledonia Education Foundation will be host for a “Celebration of Volunteers” - A Night of Tribute and Entertainment - at 6:45 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at Raffaela's by Pagano’s. This semi-formal event is being held to recognize the many individuals who work tirelessly to make the com­ munity the place it is to live and learn. The individuals who will represent the community of volunteers this year, and foundation comments about them: • Ken Yonker - represent­ ing Caledonia High School. Yonker is being recognized for this three-year commit­ ment to the high school’s mentorship program. “Ken has been a very car­ ing and loving father figure to a young man who lost his father at a young age. They were placed together because of their mutual interest in the outdoors and landscaping. Ken has worked with this young man on a weekly basis, taking him to lunch and to work with him. encouraging him in his every day work and helping him to set goals for his future. Ken has also served the community on several school building com­ mittees and is always a will­ ing donator to booster and school organizations.” • Deb McCarty - repre­ senting Emmons Lake Elementary. McCarty has been a volunteer ever since her children began their ele­ mentary school experience. She has been an active PTO member and served in a vari­ ety of PTO activities such as carnival, reading incentive program, fluoride program, SCRIP and book fairs. She has volunteered in the class­ rooms, chaperoned field trips, and worked with stu­ dents individually and with the Moms-in-Touch group. “Deb always has a smile, is always upbeat, demon­ strates warmth and caring and is fun to be around. Her positive attitude, love for children and desire to help wherever she can make her invaluable to Emmons Lake Elementary and our school district.” • June Huyer - represent­ ing Dutton Elementary. Huyser is a lifelong Dutton resident and became active at Dutton Elementary through the Grandparent Volunteer Program. She has helped the speech teacher and with first- and secondgraders. “On a weekly basis she works with some of the most challenging students and does a fantastic job. She helps students with their daily assignments, reads with them and assists with their homework. The chil­ dren (and the teachers!) of Dutton Elementary look for­ ward to seeing Mrs. Huyser ever)' Monday.” • Gloria Schram - repre­ senting Caledonia Elemen­ tary. Schram currently ser­ ves as Caledonia Elementary PTO president She has run the Walk for Funds project for two years and is involved with many PTO-sponsored activities, including the book fairs and holiday workshop. “She is always upbeat and willing to take on any pro­ ject. The elementary can always count on Gloria being on top of all the many details for an event. She's very organized! Caledonia Elementary is a better place because of Gloria.” • Crystal Bellgraph - rep­ resenting Kettle Lake Elementary. Bellgraph has devoted more than 10 years of service to Kettle Lake stu­ dents and families, along with being an at-home day care provider. She has served as Kettle Lake s PTO president for four years and at one time or another has worked on every committee at Kettle Lake. She has chaired the Fall Fundraiser, Oktoberfest, Holiday Craft Day, Staff Appreciation Day luncheon. and Room Parents. Bellgraph was also the Carnival Queen. She vol­ unteers throughout the dis­ trict as well. She helped cre­ ate the Family Links pro­ gram at the middle school, has worked on the last two bond committees and is cur­ rently serving on the Caledonia Area Pool Committee. “Her tireless efforts to help students, staff and par­ ents is greatly appreciated and treasured.” • Tim DeJohn - Caledonia Lumber. Representing Caledonia’s business com­ munity. Caledonia Lumber, managed by Tim DeJohn, has been a contributor to Caledonia Education Foundation's grant recipi­ ents. They have provided materials, input and services to grants such as. the Middle School’s Wood Duck Project, Emmons Lake's “It Beats Four Walls,” and the Kettle Lake Nature Trail. “Grant recipients know they can count on Caledonia Lumber to be generous. The CEF and its grant recipients appreciate Caledonia movie OUTPOST YIDfO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. VHS or DVD movies and player rentals Games & game system rental Reservations on movies • Rent One Movie or Game and ■ Special Orders and i get a second rental FREE Previewed movies & games I with this coupon. i for sale Offer good at Caledonia location ! Weekly specials Free rental of equal or lessor value . VHS & Game Accessories i One coupon per visit please. f Gift Certificates Expires 3-31-02 Product Id: SunAd J Gift Ideas i movTe ouTPbrr' sive experience in stand-up comedy, acting, improvis­ ing. directing and film pro­ duction and have a com­ bined 50 years of experience performing across the coun­ try. Tickets are $35 each, must be purchased in advance and are available at each Caledonia school building office. Pagano’s Restaurant, or by calling Kathy Jackson at 891-8427 or Susie Hall at 891-9808 Band festival challenges TK students Middle school band director Mark Hagamann explains how the Band Festival competition will be scored. The seventh grade band prepares to play behind him by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Middle School band performed in a pre-festival concert last Thursday evening as they prepare for the Michigan High School Band and Orchestra Asso­ ciation (MSBOA) festival competition Friday, March 1. Thursday was a busy night for the band students, with some of them coming directly from volleyball games and wrestling prac- Garden Grove hearing, from page 1 ately. but will be constructed as they are sold, and there is no timetable. The old rail trail at the southern boundary of the parcel eventually will be Lumber’s involvement and support in our community.” The “Celebration of Volunteers” evening will consist of tributes to the hon­ orees during the dinner, emceed by Caledonia Edu­ cation Foundation President Mike Gall. Entertainment will be pro­ vided by “Fishschticks." a troupe of improvisers who take the audience's sugges­ tions and transform them into brilliant comedy. All of the performers have exten­ paved and used as part of an extensive rail-trail system connecting Kent County trails to the system being de­ veloped in Barry County. While most homes are separated by wetland areas from the rail-trail, Van Singel said senior citizens are expected also to take advan­ tage of the trail near their community by means of walking paths that connect to the trail. Charles Dodgers, the en­ vironmental quality analyst for the DEQ, said the case will remain open for 10 days to receive either written or phone comments from the public. He still has to make a site visit. He does not an­ ticipate making a decision for at least 30 days, and has up to 90 days for a final finding. Dodgers can be contacted by phone at 356-0258, or by mail at the Land and Water Management Division of the Michigan Department of En­ vironmental Quality, 350 Ottawa, NW, Grand Rapids, 49503. tice to the concert. The 90 seventh-graders will be judged in classifica­ tion D during the concert at Grandville. They will per­ form “March on a Welsh Air” by John Edmondson, the “Medallion Overture” by William Himes and the “Ox­ ford Overture” by Anne McGinty. The TK 85 member eighth grade band will be judged in classification B. The band is performing “Ce­ dar Valley March” by Steve Hodges, “Ashland Park” by Ed Huckeby and “Chester Variations” by Elliot Del Borgo. The seventh-graders will perform at 1:30 p.m. in the Grandville High School auditorium. The eighth graders will perform at 7:20 that evening. Besides the concert per­ formances, the bands will be judged on their sight reading ability. Judges then will come up with a ’ rating” for each of the bands. Middle School band di­ rector Mark Hagemann told an audience of parents and friends, “We are almost ready for the competition. These young musicians arc doing great. About 200 bands compete in competi­ tions. Our students will compete against 10 to 12 other schools.” a J>O'fit M KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT X © FOR AUGUST 2002 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL DIS TRICT MchA LL ELEMENTS RY B A If your child will be in kindergarten in the Thomapple Kellogg School District for the 2002 2003 school year, please call McFall Elementary (7953637) to pre-register Your child must be five years old brjorf December I st to enter school in August "ft Each child, according to Michigan Law. must have the following items in the school office foj/yrt they can start school copy of the certified birth certificate, copy of completed iinrnurii/auom, vision test results and hearing test results B B B (Rm M Parents are asked to check their child’s immunization record fc? carefully Immunizations can be updated fur school age children ft/ fl I 11/ anytime after their 4th birthday If you have questions on 1 / required immunizations call the local health department or your \ 1 doctor The Barry Eaton District Health Department offers FREE AS J// immunization dimes each week You can contact their office for 1/j more information on immunizations. 616 945 9516 A Because a// new students are required to have their vision and \ hearing checked, we have scheduled the week of May 13-17 for the Barry Eaton District Health Department Vision/Hearing Technician to be at McFall for screenings If you wish to use thi-. FREE service, call McFall Elementary to schedule an appoint- < ment O More information will be mailed to parents in early April K o * V Questions regarding enrollment may be directed to Mrs Potter at o K McFall Elementary. 616.795 3637 (8:00 am to 4 00 pm). X. t J>- -- �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 26. 2002/Page 3 Wayfarer Community Church grand opening Sunday by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Wayfarer Community Church is new to the Cale­ donia area — so new that the office building is in Dut­ ton and the church services are being held in the Caledo- nia Middle School cafeteria. But that isn’t stopping them from extending an in­ vitation to the community for their grand opening cere­ mony. They are opening their doors to the public Sunday. March 3, at 10 a.m. ~_ ___ ; _ u want trt to be n-iri part nf of vtrnt'somements in their service and at We uzant this time, because of their thing larger than ourselves." Blunt attended the Uni­ small size, most members have several jobs and pitch versity of Michigan and Hope College, where he ma­ in where necessary. “So far it’s been a lot of jored in English Literature. fun," said Blunt of getting He attended Seminary at Western Theological Semi­ the church ready. Blunt, who according to nary. Blunt and his wife, Jaime, office manager Shelly Chan­ dler, prefers to be called are the parents of a 4-yearJosh instead of Reverend, is old daughter and a 2-yearquick to point out that he is old son. The church’s first service “just one of the members of the church. We are all min­ will begin a series of mes­ sages, “Adventure People isters. I preach and teach. That’s just one of my jobs. Discovering the Life You Josh Blunt, pastor of the new Wayfarer Com­ munity Church. Governor's award given to TK TK high school principal Ellen Zack and Michigan Education Assessment Program coordinator Nancy Iveson hold the Governor’s Trophy awarded to the school for the number of merit scholarship winners TK has achieved as a result of MEAP scores. Wayfarer Community Church started from a core group of people who at­ tended Corinth Church in Byron Center. Corinth is Wayfar­ er’s supervising and spon­ soring church. The Rev. Josh Blunt. 29, explains that Wayfarer is something new and fresh. “We teach historic Chris­ tian faith, but in a laid back and accessible way. This is not a suit and tie church,” said Blunt. “We wanted a church that we could be proud to invite our friends to.” The church also sports modern (musical) instru­ Scout troop gets ready for annual cookie sales by Patricia Johns Staff writer Girl Scouts throughout the Cherry Valley neighbor­ hood in the Caledonia and Middleville areas will be de­ livering pre-ordered cookies this week. Many of the troops also have planned booth sales in the area to catch those who meant to buy. but missed the pre-sale. Troop #38 will begin booth sales Friday, March 1, from 3:30 to 7 p m. at the Middleville Market Place. their dancing skills back to On Saturday, March 2, the the cookie sale on three con­ girls will be at Greg’s Get it secutive Saturdays, March 2, and Go from 1 to 3 p.m. The 9 and 16, from 9 am to 3 troop will have two selling p.m. Their booth is located locations Saturday, March 9, at the corner of Main Street at the Shell station in Mid­ and M-37 in the driveway in dleville from 11 a.m. to 3 front of the Lon Lefanty p.m. and at Weick’s Market State Farm Insurance next to Gun Lake from 11 Agency. Caledonia Troop #1333 a.m. to 9 p.m. Troop #1336 will be sell­ will be at the Fifth Third ing Saturday, March 2, in Bank by the D & W in Cale­ front of Faro’s Pizza Restau­ donia from 9 am to 1 p.m. rant on Main Street in Mid­ Saturday, March 2. On Sun­ dleville from 10 a.m. to 1 day, March 10, they will be at the Cascade Wal-Mart p.m. Troop #769 will bring from 1 to 4 p.m. wfji' Made to were Made to Live. Live.' The mission statement of the church explains the phi­ losophy behind the church itself: “Our mission is to share the adventure of fol­ lowing Jesus with anyone looking for direction." For anyone wishing to contact the church, call the office. 65-65-AVAY (6565929). or jblunt(<fwayfarercc.org. The office is lo­ cated at 3363 68th Street. Suite B. Dutton. Little Lambs preschool plans auction Little Lambs Parent Coop­ erative Preschool, now in its new home at the Alaska Township Hall, is sponsor­ ing its second annual auc­ tion on Saturday. March 9. at the Caledonia American Legion on M-37 The event will begin with a preview of auction items from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and in­ clude such “goodies” as hand carved fishing lures by Larry Heyboer (remember his carved walking stick at last year’s auction?), jewelry or gift certificates from Haan Jewelers, Swierenga Jewelers and Kay Jewelers. Other items will include gift certificates from Heidi Christines, Monterrey Grill, Design 1, Rosita’s and Mom’s Bakery. Auction attendees will also get the chance to bid on a fishing charter trip, a night at the Amway Grand Plaza, a pond from Wildwood Landscape, a trout rug from Famous Flooring, bird houses from Caledonia Farmers Elevator, and golf packages just to name a few. It is anticipated that the “hot ticket” items for the evening will be a custom made pendant from Medawar Jewelers and a night out package consisting of a complimentary one night stay at an area casino with $50 in free chips and limo service from Dadd’s Magic Bus. The goal of little Lambs Preschool is to provide qual­ ity, affordable, early child­ hood education with a nondenominational Christian emphasis. Little Lambs teachers instruct and encour­ age Christian principles and strong family values while the children learn and grow emotionally, socially, intel­ lectually and spiritually. Auctioneer Tim Zandber- gen again has donated his time and the Caledonia American Legion has do­ nated space. The Legion is located on M-37 near Main Street (side entrance additional park­ ing in the back). Tickets for the auction are $5 in ad­ vance and $7 at the door. Tickets are currently being sold by Little Lambs Pre­ school families. For more information, please call Little Lambs Pre­ school at 554-3350. Contempo Salon Women... Our experienced staff, with their skills & talents, are here to enhance your own ________ special sense of self!________ Men... Let us fit your individual style with expert clipper or scissor cuts and a touch of highlights! Children... Visit the Contempo Kids Haircut Studio for their comfort and yours Together we can make the perfect statement for you & your lifestyle’ ' Contempo Salon i. Jail SeAviai (fonhinyw/uifu/ Salon Qoh Un oniiAe family! Caledonia village Centre«891-1093 PUBLIC NOTICE Troop 1336 is just one of the local girl scout troops selling cookies this Saturday They will be at Faro s Other troops will be at Greg’s Get it and Go. Lon LeFanty s State Farm In­ surance Agency and 5/3 Bank in Caledonia The Middleville Housing Commission an­ nounces that on 2/25/02 they shall make avail­ able for public review a draft copy of components of its Five-Year and Annual Agency Plan per the guidelines of 24CFR 903, a requirement of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. These documents will be available Monday through Friday from 8 00 am to 3 00 pm at the PHA administration office located at 500 Lincoln St., Middleville, MI for a period of approximately 45 days. The PHA has scheduled a public hearing to be held on 4/09/02 at 7 30 pm in the general office at 500 Lincoln St. At this time, the PHA shall receive and consider any and all comments prior to finalization of their agency plan for sub­ mission to HUD on or before 4/16/02. �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. MVFebruary 26, 2002 TK music dept, plans mid-winter concerts The TK Concert Choir will present a concert Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Several familiar pieces are sched­ uled to be performed, including “I Heard It Through the Grapevine." "Colors of the Wind." Breathe" and "On Eagle’s NOW OPEN!!! 795-0053 4611 North M-37 Hwy. ! (below the Middle Villa Inn) NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF n and ue iu at our new location. MON BY APPT; TUES , WED THORS. 9-7; FRI. 9-5; SAT. BY APPT LOCAL Coontiunifv oj1 CHURCH DIRECTORY Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue ALASKA CONGREGATION Sunday Morning Worship 8 30 a.m. & 11 a m Sunday School for All Ages................. 9:45 a.m Gintemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service........................ 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6 30 p.m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday .6:30 p m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday ................. 6:00 p.m. 8146 68th St. near WhitneyvHle Ave. Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 945 a.m 10.50 a.m. Morning Worship . 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship . 7 30 p.m Pastor Uoyd DeVormer, Sr. Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School ............ 9;3O a.m. Morning Worship .10:45 a.m. Evening Praise ............................ 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U N I I Y CHURCH a place to belong.. . a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............................. 10:30 a.m. Youth Ministry................................................. 891-0576 Meeting at the Cross Creek Charter Academy Rev. Michael Stowell, Gad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Gader Denns Bouina. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN RETORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sundav Worship ........................9:30 a m. and 6:00 p m (Child & Adult> (During (he School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith StuIp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community ( ailing Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 al 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sundax Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. territory for us." commented TK Band Director Ray Rickert. “It has some intense percussion parts and is very different from most of the music we play. We really like it." Both TK bands will enter the MSBOA festival Thurs­ day. March 7. The Concert Band plays at 9:30 a.m. and the Symphonic Band plays at 1:40 p.m. Both bands per­ form at Grandville High School. The TK Jazz Band will round the string of perfor­ mances by participating in the WMU Jazz Festival members will also play a Karl King march entitled "Circus Days." They have also selected a John Moss pieced called “Symphonic Celebration” which was written in memory of former Gull Lake High School Band Director JoEllen Hendrick, who died very unexpectedly in the late summer of 1998. The Symphonic Band’s third festival selection is "Lament and Tribal Dance," during which certain members of the band will play a recorder rather than their normal instrument. “This tribal piece is new Wings.” The TK Symphonic and Concert Bands will take the stage next in the pre-festival concert. The band perfor­ mance begins at 3 p.m. Sunday. March 3. Each band will perform the three pieces they w ill take to the MSBOA festival, in addition to one another selection. For festi­ val performance. the Concert Band has selected Karl King’s "Coast Guards March." “Grand Ledge Overture,” and “Overture Jubiloso” a new piece by Marvin Shelton. The Symphonic Band FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M >7 north < 4 Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody, Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor (.ary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children's Pastor Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6 00 p.m. Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 tllje (Bib tCime j^letljobist dljurtlj e 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School.,10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Rev P Adams Pfione 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12300 West M 179 High* (Chiet Soondaj Road) Wayland. MI 49U8 • 795-7903 Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for ail ages. For more information '616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee (fuco Commcni/y Campco foi JKhne Wiy aiuf Set vice 1 Redeemer JL Covenant Church Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you ’re at - through: A Member of the Evangelical Covenant Churches of Amenca Relevant Messages Dynamic Muuc* Quality Child Care and Programs Pastor Paul M. Hillman Worship Houn 900am and 1030am 6951 Hanna Lake. Dutton 616-698-8001 GfaitUii ■ J^ndr«u> CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST March 3rd: Help Comes Church Office 616 891-8669/Fax 891 8648 ww w cakdoniaumc org (northivesl of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living WordServing lhe Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10 (X) a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 930 a m. Parmelee Morning Worship Middtevttte Morning Worship . Sunday School (Jr. High 8 Adults) Nursery • Grade 5 St Hign - Sun Evenng Jr HBgh Grades 6-8. 'Ned Evenrig 11:00 a m. 945 am 1100 a m .6 OU 8 00 p m 6 007 30 p rn Rev let Zach man Church Office Phono - 795-9266 WAYFARER COMMUNITY ‘We are changed by God 's love.'" ■ AfaU/iuM CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site h h w wqyfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 250 V ine Street (M-37 io Emmons to Vine) Worship Service 8 30 am and 11 00 a m Ur Church at 1190 onh) Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and UYuki Care available (hremghom the morning Rex Norman Kohns (616) 891-8167 150 131st Ave., Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Omp mile east of Whilneyville Rd Sundag School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barrier Free www iserv.net' - stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Traditional Service.................................. £O0AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 9:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM _______________ Office 591-g6gg_______________ YOU ARE INVITED 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship................................................. 9:30a.m. Sunday School...........................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00a.m. + (Missouri Sgnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia HAY TO1NSFXD. P»l<» XORMAX KXORR. Aand* Pasl<w 708 W. Main Street Good Shepherd Lutheran Church St Pad Lutheran Church 891-8028 • e-mail: leightonOiserv net Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Sunday School . 9:45 a.m Sunday Morning Worship Sers Kr 11:00am Sunday Evening Service .................. 6:00 p.m Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6:45 p in Word of Life Clubs .............. 6:45 p.m. Saturday. March 16. The Jazz Band is scheduled to play at 9 a.m. in the Dalton Center on the WMU cant­ pus. Their program will include “Count on the Blues." "Take Me With You,” a tune recorded by The Rippingtons, and a clas­ sic rock tune from Blood. Sweat, and Tears called "Go Down Gamblin ” Admission to all concerts and the band festival at Grandville is free There is a $5 admission fee for the WMU jazz festival. The public is invited and encour­ aged to attend these events. Lakeside Community Church A PUct for I amih A I nends 630) W hitney silk Asenue. Alio CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary U orshtp 9 30 a m Sunday School for Al! Ages 10 45 a m Esening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Bultman • Church Office >168-0391 www hkesukcommufuty org 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Timgg 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 w 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwkk Llc|xc| 8546 WhrtneyWIe Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sindoy School Sunday Momng Worship Meeting at cnape< on WNtneyviSe Ave Sunaoy Evening Wotsrup Wed fAa*ee< Prayer 4 ftble Study 930am 10 30 am. Qev '-omas Suys. Pasta • Oev ta< 9osrtor. Weosrte whtneyv4eo«oie org Nvk Pysiv 6 00 p.m 700 pm �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/February 26. 2002/Page 5 Prom dress sale is March 16 5 gCIICI QUUllO Grandfather, Carl Peck; mother, Chelsea Satterfield; great-«great grandmother, Ellen Dalman, holding Heidi Christine Salon will Sellers may pick up their money or unsold dresses be­ be doing sample hair updos, tween 3 and 5 p.m. Satur­ free makeup consulting and handing out discount cou­ day. March 16. Also included on the day pons. There is no cost of admis­ will be a free Prom Fashion Show by Dress Me Up Bou­ sion. There will be a $5 fee tique at 10 a.m. in CMS for every dress entered in Auditorium. All gowns sale (non-refundable). The modeled wil be new for seller sets the price for each 2002. with more than 40 dress and gets the full pro­ dresses on display! Designer ceeds’ Purchases must be made catalogs also will be avail­ with cash only. able for special order. Caledonia High School junior class members and their parents are are plan­ ning two prom dress sales in one day next month. A resale of used prom/formal dresses will start at 10 a.m. Saturday. March 16, at the Caledonia Middle School gym. 9230 Kraft Ave. S.E. Participants could be sellers and/or buy­ ers. Sellers are being asked to drop off clean dresses at Caledonia Middle School between 7 and 9 p.m. Thurs­ day and Friday. March 14 and 15. Engagements gather for photo Kee,ey ^ane Satterfield; and great grandmother. Barb Finkler-Saylor Missionary will tell story at Performing Arts Center 4 generations gather Grandmother, Jane Peck; great grandmother, Neva Aicken holding Keeley Jane Satterfield; and mother, Chelsea Satterfield. Blood drive set for today A Red Cross blood drives are planned for noon to 5:45 p.m. today. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Thornapple Town­ ship Hall. Red Cross officials say despite the tremendous re­ sponse last fall after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, blood supplies are low in this region, owing to snow, slippery roads and falling temperatures keeping people from turning out. The drive at the Thornap­ ple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., is sponsored by by the Thornapple Township Emergency Services. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a mini­ mum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of Mon­ day’s drive is eligible to contribute. For more information, call the Barry County chap­ ter of the American Red Cross at 945-3122. Strike It Riehl 3 CASINO EXPRESS DAY TRIP on S gamblers S Slots J Ba B%| M Try your luck at Turtle Creek and Leelanau Sands Casinos beajtful Grand Trave'se Ba. fellow as t Ms at Blackjack. Craps. Roulette. and Poker at the place to play in Northern Michigan Traverse City. Date: Saturday. March 9, 2002 jjj Pick up at: Middle Villa parking lot in Middleville * Time: 6:15 a.m. Cost: $49.00 per person Due: with reservation Match plays from each casino. ■£| ■Hl Cali 616-795-1606 to reserve your lucky spot Sponsored by The Travel Store of Middle^ e Call today filTjTlTlTSTXTlTlTlTXTlTlTjTlTjTXTjTSfi Nancy Mankins, a mis­ sionary to South and Latin America with a horrific and sad tale to tell, will make an appearance at 7 p.m. Mon­ day. March 11, at the Cale­ donia High School Perform­ ing Arts Center Nancy and her husband, Dave, began serving as mis­ sionaries with NTM in Janu­ ary 1984 and spent a total of nine years in Panama. One night in February 1993, more than 100 armed guer­ rillas belonging to the Co­ lombian rebel group, FARC, swept into the village of Pucuro, abducting Nancy’ s husband, Dave, along with Mark Rich and Rick Tenenoff, their missionary partners. Nancy, Tania Rich and Patti Tenenoff. and their families were evacuated from the area, to return to the States. For the past eight years Nancy has worked in partnership with NTM to obtain release for the men. and to find any word of their situation. Nancy has actively served the Lord through these eight years of waiting for word of the men. Her story is one of moment-by-moment depen­ dence on God. She has openly shared in person, and now in “The Hostage Story,” her deep struggles. The Whitneyville Bible Church invites the public to join in hearing her story first hand. David and Claudia Finkler of Nashville would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Marie Finkler to Robert Allen Saylor, son of Barb and Roger Schwab of Alto. Amanda graduated Class of 98 from Maple Valley Schools and attended Central Michigan University for a year. She is currently a supervisor at Finkler’s Contract Sewing in Hastings. Robert graduated Class of 98 from Caledonia Community Schools. He is currently a licensed insur­ ance agent working for American Bankers and also There are 441 changes to the new tax laws Are you prepared to take advantage of them? Lenten, Easter church service information sought for calendar Continuing a J-Ad Graph­ ics tradition, a calendar of Lent and Easter events at lo­ cal churches is available for publication in the commu­ nity papers. Local churches can send in events (not regularly scheduled services) to Patri­ cia Johns, J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43, Hastings 49058. Information should include the church name, ad­ dress, telephone number, date and time of the special event, fee charged if any and a brief description of the event. The same information can be sent via fax at 945-5192 or e-mail to jadnews@voyager.net, attention Patricia Johns. The calendar is printed on a space available basis. Churches who wish to ad­ vertise their special events can call 945-9554 for rates. The deadline for articles during Lent is noon on the Thursday before publication. For Easter, including times of sunrise services, the dead­ line is Thursday, March 21, at noon. is a country music DJ. They will unite in mar­ riage July 20. 2002. C&K Business Services, LLC CPA C&K Business Services can help. Individual and Business Tax Return Preparation Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson@ckbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 IVhat’s Coming to Town? Caledonia Concert Series to continue The 2001-2002 Caledonia Concert Senes will present “The Inspirations” at 7 p.m. Saturday. March 2. at the Caledonia Christian Re­ formed Church. M-37 and 100th Street. Caledonia. Tickets are available through Cutlerville Christian Bookstore. Caledonia Professional Pharmacy, at the door. or call (616) 8918858 Tickets cost S9 in advance. SIV at the door and ages 12 and under are free. Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village 1821 N. East St., Hastings, MI 49058 Construction plans are currently underway for Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village in Hastings, (just off of East State Street). The planned project will be a multi phase retirement community offering. • Assisted Living and Memory Care for Seniors Opening Spring 2002 Please call its to discover all that this community’ has to offer. 616-897-0200 _____ �top (VTt»-Bon and Hews. MBdkMto. K^aixuan, 26. W62 TK wants new Supt. to walk on water? by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The new superintendent for the Thomapple Kellogg school district doesn’t really have to “walk on water,” but it might help. The qualities of a new su­ perintendent most prized by community members in­ clude visibility in the dis­ trict, a commitment to pub­ lic education and good com­ munication skills. The Michigan Associa­ tion of School Boards is helping the TK Board of Education in the search for a Senior citizens invited to ‘Wizard of Oz’ dress rehearsal TK Community Education is inviting area senior citi­ zens to the dress rehearsal performance of The Wizard of Oz” by TK High School Wednesday, March 13. Seniors are invited for pre­ show refreshments in the high school cafeteria at 6:45 p.m. Enter at main entrance or auditorium. There is no cost for this fun evening of theatre but those who plan to attend must call to register, 7953397. by March 8. new superintendent. MASB consultant Gene Young lis­ tened to a small group of parents and community members at an open public forum Feb. 19. Young provided an over­ view of the search process. He stressed that the board was responsible for hiring the superintendent. Com­ ments from community members will help the board set the criteria used in evalu­ ating candidates. Young expects the district to receive about 30 applica­ tions by the deadline of March 22, from which about six candidates will be inter­ viewed. First interviews will held the week of April 8. The district hopes the new superintendent will start by July 1. Issues raised during the forum included the need for the candidate to be visible in the district. There was the hope that new superinten­ dent would live in the dis­ trict, perhaps have children in the district and be eager to build on the fine qualities of the greater Thornapple Kellogg area. Participants in the forum praised the quality of the staff, teachers, principals , support staff and children who come to school ready to learn. There is recognition of the academic programs, including the Governor’s •1/2 Off Card Shop • Everything’s a Dollar Section • Supplies & Books for Knitting, Crocheting, Quilting • Custom Framing All this at... ^Rainbow’s End^> J Yarn, Craft & Variety 3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia, MI 49316 n 616-891-1106 Some of the participants wanted to be sure the super­ intendent was prepared to guide the district through a new bond issue if growth in the area brings more stu­ dents. They also want a su­ perintendent who under­ stands how to obtain grants for the district. Young met with staff from all buildings Thursday, Feb. 21. and even was able to talk to members of the Thornapple Kellogg PTO r In Middleville the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is holding the Shepherds Story Hour for preschoolers and their parents starting to­ day. Tuesday. Feb. 26 through March 19. The story hour features a walk through Holy Week. The program starts at 10 am and includes songs, crafts and snacks. Good Shepherd Call 945-9554 for Sun & News Action-Ads. invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New’ evening (tours • We welcome all ages ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan PTO, parents celebrate staff From the breakfast served at Page (including a juice and bagel bar) to luncheons at McFall. Lee and the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School parents cooked up a storm. is located at 908 Main Street. For more information call 795-2391. In Hastings the Lenten Luncheons continue on Thursdays at the First Pres­ byterian Church. Lunch is served at noon in the Leason Sharpe Hall at noon and is followed by a worship serv­ ice at 12:30. The church is located at 231 S. Broadway. Caledonia grad to tour with Hope Symphony Family Dentistry of Caledonia Call for your appointment during staff appreciation day luncheons. Young is still accepting comments on the qualities needed in a new superinten­ dent. He invites anyone who could not attend one of these meetings to send a card or letter to him with viewpoints about characteristics and competencies of a superin­ tendent. His address is Gene Young, consultant. Superin­ tendent Search Services, Michigan Association of School Boards. 1001 Cen~ tennial Way. Suite 400. Lansing, MI 48917. The deadline for comments is Thursday, Feb. 28. Lent events this week Julie VanKalker, a Hope College freshman from Caledonia, will tour with the Hope College Symphonette March 15-21. VanKalker is the daughter of Elaine VanKalker of Caledonia and Robert VanKalker of Alto. She is a 2001 graduate of Caledonia High School. The Symphonette will perform in Florida and Georgia. The 41-member group is selected each year from the larger college sym­ phony orchestra. The annual tour has taken the dLittle bit ofEverything & the Kitchen Sink... r* Cup Award. Facilities are good, there has been im­ provement in girls’ sports opportunities and commu­ nity involvement is high. Symphonette from coast to coast in the U.S. as well as two provinces in Canada, the British Isles, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The group is directed by Professor Richard Pippo. Hot dishes at luncheon included lasagna and meatballs. There were salads, chips, punch and toothsome desserts including the not to be missed “death by chocolate." The PTO invited all staff from the elementary schools, administration, school board, custodians and bus drivers as a thank you for the efforts which help make TK students successful learners. Book discussion, herb gardening programs set at local libraries Kent District Library in­ vites adult readers to get to­ gether for a book discussion at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, at the Caledonia branch. The series at KDL library branches is intended to be a friendly, informal discussion of some great books in March. Copies of the featured ti­ tle are available at each li­ brary’s checkout desk. The program at the Cale­ donia library will take up “First Mothers” by Bonnie Angelo. Kent District Library branches also are planning herb gardening programs. With spring just around the comer, now can be the per­ fect time to learn how to grow an herb garden. Regis­ tration is required, and par- ticipation is limited to 25. The program will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Caledonia branch, 240 Emmons St. For more infor­ mation, call 891-1502. The Alto branch will have the program at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28, at 6071 Linfield Ave. For more information, call 868-6038. The program will be pre­ sented by Connie Hanson of Scents of Summer Dried Floral and Herb Shop in Rockford, who will cover the basics of growing an herb garden, including loca­ tion, soil and some herbs that grow well in this area. Participants will receive in­ formation about eight basic herbs and how to grow and use them, as well as a gar­ den diagram. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” tnklrrdsdt th<M< -aruik uf f.inulics are luvny mnnry with Auto-Owners IrtMirjnce k x their hiwne and n*hle hivne pnxectkn. Scif> tk-xWc leyment fins and “Nt> PmHtm” claim lervxe. vfuio-Ownert Insurance IWANCt HOST BOB NICOLRI, President 497 Arlington St. (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville Ml 49333 (414) 491-ttU 414-79S-110t TaM Fr«« (440) 794 1101 Fax (414) 701-1011 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 26. 2002/Page 7 Etna J. Adams Edgar F. “Ed” Backe HASTINGS - Edgar F. "Ed" Backe, age 71, of Hastings, Master Builder and President of Backe Construction, Inc. of Hastings, died Monday, February 18, 2002 at Carveth Village in Middleville. Mr. Backe was bom on February 16, 1931 in Hastings, MI the son of Claude F. and Lydia L. (Long) Backe. He was raised in Hastings, Coats Grove and Woodland, and attended schools there. He married Beverly A. Miller on October 20. 1950. Edgar served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, March 27, 1952 until March 12, 1954. Mr. Backe was founder and president of Backe Constructin. Inc. for the past 47 years. He was a member and president of Barry County Home Builders Association, "Spike" member of the National Home Builders Association, member Michigan Home Builders Association, member of Hastings Moose Lodge, Nashville V.F.W. Post #8260, director Emeritus of the Main Street Savings Bank of Hastings, serving over 30 on the Board of Directors. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed traveling, hunting, watching and caring for the deer in his back yard, and spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Backe is survived by wife, Beverly; son, Steven (Missy) Backe of Hastings; three grandchildren, Chelsea, Alex and Megan; sisters, Ruth Giles, of Bath, Ohio, Helen Aspinall of Hastings; brother, Harry Backe of Hastings; mother-in-law, Gladys Richardson of E. Tawas and formerly of Nashville; brother-in-law, Neal (Barbara) Miller of E. Tawas; sister-in-law, Betty Backe of Hastings; many nieces and nephews; host of friends. He was preceded in death by parents; brother-inlaws, Kenneth Aspinall and Dale Giles; father-inlaw, Max H. Miller; and step father-in-law, Ralph Richardson. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 21, 2002 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. George E. Speas officiated. Burial was at Woodland Memorial Park with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Barry Community Hospice or Hastings Moose Lodge Building Repair Fund. Arrangements made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Elton W. Lawrence RAPID CITY - Elton W. Lawrence, 87, of Rapid City, passed away on Feb. 13, at his home. Elton was born on Dec. 15, 1914 in Clearwater Township, Ald­ en. MI, to Roy Ellsworth and Leota Inez (Isenbarger) Lawrence. Elton graduated from Rapid City High School, Kalkaska County Normal and held a bachelors and masters degrees from Michigan State University. During 40 years in the field of education, Elton taught first in rural schools in Kalkalska and Macomb counties. For 22 years he taught Vocational Agriculture at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. The remaining years of his career he spent as the director of guidance for this school system. On Aug. 30, 1937 he mar­ ried Clairbel “Claire” Morrison, daughter of Allan and Maude (Lincoln) Mor­ rison. Elton was an active member of the Alden United Methodist Church. He was a charter member and past president of the Middleville Lions Club. For several years Elton was clerk for the Village of Middleville. Elton is survived by his loving family, including his wife of 64 years, Claire; his children, David M. Law­ rence of Middleville and T. Mark (Barbara) Lawrence of Howell, MI; his grandchil­ dren, Eric A. (Katherine) Grafmiller of Bloomfield Hills, MI, Philip (Traci) Lawrence of Grandville, MI. Gregory Lawrence of Mid­ dleville and Grand Rapids, Ml. Andrew Lawrence and Rebecca Lawrence of How­ ell; great-grandchildren Kevin Grafmiller, Andrew Lawrence and Victoria Law­ rence; his sister, Thelma Hart of Birmingham; and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. Elton was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Norman R. Law­ rence and his daughter, Phyllis Ann (Lawrence) Grafmiller. The funeral service was conducted on Saturday, Feb. 16th at Alden United Methodist Church. Rev. Richard Mat-son officiated. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorials may be made in behalf of Elton Lawrence to Alden United Methodist Church or Munson Hospice. Arrangements by Wolfe Funeral Home. CALEDONIA - Mrs. Elna J. Adams, age 79, of Caledonia, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20. 2002 at Tendercare. Hastings. She is survived by two daughters. Lizbeth Seiloff of Clarksville, Laurel (John) Pitt Jr. of Delton; two sons, Donald (Joan) Adams of Plainwell, Brian Adams of Caledonia; five grandchil­ dren. April (Justin) Garber. Holly Pitt. Shawna Seiloff, held Saturday morning, Feb. 23. 2002 at’ the New Life Christian Church. 3449 76th St. S.E.. Caledonia. MI. Pastor Loren W. Nofsinger officiated. Interment Blain Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Celeste Adams, and Curtis Adams; one great grand­ daughter. Anndora Root; three sisters. Margaret LaSalle of Cascade. Wenona Freeman of Caledonia and Phyllis (Gordon) Coller of Middleville; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband. David W. Adams; one sister, and one brother A memorial service was Open enrollment day set at Little Lambs Preschool Friday. March 1, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. will be open enrollment time at Little Lambs Preschool for the fall 2002-03 school year. It just so happens that March 1 also is Dr. Seuss’ birthday. So “Thing One” and “Thing Two,” of Dr. AA, Al-Anon meetings Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Seuss fame, are coming to Little Lambs to teach! Little Lambs Preschool is now located in the Alaska Township Hall at the corner of Thornapple River Drive and 68th Street. The public is welcome to attend and register their chil­ dren during this open enroll­ ment time. Children are wel­ come with their parents that morning. Cookies and punch will be available. Those interested in regis­ tering their children for the 2002-03 school year are strongly urged to do so on this day because spaces fill up quickly. Little Lambs generally has a waiting list. For further information about the program or the open enrollment, please call 554-3350. 30-30 - 30 - 30 - 30 - 30 - 30 - 30 - 30 S^AMANDA < (Baerman) $ v OLSEN \Happy 30" Birthday! q 7 *• | - February 28th - Gotcha! Valerie & Cathy o 7 30-30-30-30-30-30-30-30- 30 Onlu^ Real Estate For The Real WorldSM “Partners in Success” Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 ‘Each office independently owned and operated *7aa "Hew 'far FREEPORT 11395 108th St. BYRON CENTER 100 Brownell SE Great starter home with newer windows, flooring, and landscaping. $79,900. Unique opportunity for hobby fanners or investors. 4 dwellings and 4 large out­ buildings. 39 acres. Pasture, woods, river frontage. $379,000. Ginny Sines 901-2401 Rich McConnon 292-4693 OPEN SLV, MAR.3 • 1-4 P.M CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN PARENT INFORMATION MEETING If you are the parent of a student entering the Young 5's/Kindergarten Program this fall, please join us March 13, 2002, at 9:30 A.M. or 7:00 P.M. in the high school performing arts center for an informational meeting. See with Ginny Sines 901-2401 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 9124 Glengarry SE HASTINGS 4215 Anders 220 ft. of lake frontage. 3 acres. Like new home, appliances included. Immediate occupancy. $139,000. Barb Getty 838-2550 New ranch home featuring: open floor plan. 2 bedrooms, future expansion in lower level, 1-1/2 baths, living room. Outstanding value at $143,900. Middleville Building Sites Why Century 21 Pearson-Cook? Beautiful building sues available in Thornapple Kellogg Schools. New homes going up Walkout and daylight sites still available Country living al ns best Underground utilities and large open common area in this rural plat. Sites are one to two ♦ acres, starting al S23-56O Call Barbara Getty for more details M3K- ♦♦ Marketing Tools that get Results *♦ Cutting Edge Technology ♦♦ National Advertising *♦ Seller Service Pledge 2550 or 891-M91M). Many More Listings Available! For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Tom (rarbow 868-0045 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Barbara (jetty 838-2550 Paul Davis 291-0063 Dave Krum 9154763 Laura Martin 891-7619 Kathy Benton 262-3965 Rich McConnon 292-0859 Jim Newhof 891-9369 Ginny Sines 901-2401 Cathy V\ illiamson 795-9090 �'Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Fetxuary 26. 2002 Alto man elected Vice Chair of US. Rollform Council Andreas Rueter of Alto recently was elected vice chairman of the United States Rollform Council. Perhaps many aren't aware of what rollforming is, let alone that there is a U.S. council directing the industry. pipes. gutters, and of course, “Rollforming is the con­ office tinuous bending of metal furniture components.” strip through the use of Rueter is the lead manu­ roller dies.” said Rueter. facturing engineer at Knoll “Some applications include Inc. in Kentwood, an office ceiling tile grids, kitchen furniture manufacture, a po­ drawer slides, tubes and sition he has held for the past six years. He was previ­ ously manager of manufac­ turing engineering with Het­ tick America, in Harrison­ ville. Missouri, a manufac­ turer of drawer slides and other furniture hardware. Though Rueter is a native Thornapple Planners OK 2 special uses, deny 1 other by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Thor­ napple Township Planning Commission approved a re­ quest by Philip Bender to build a private road off Cherry Valley Road to serve six parcels in the agriculture residential (A-R) district. Todd Steive of Exxel En­ gineering indicated that (here were 10 parcel splits on the 75-acre parcel. Zon­ ing administrator Geoff Moffat told the commission­ ers that copies of the private road agreement and storm drainage agreement were furnished to the township. Nearby residents had asked for clarification of storm water drainage provi­ sions and where driveways would be located. The commissioners then discussed the request first brought to them in January by Insoon Felch for a special use permit for an-art gallery and studio at 6869 North Whitneyville Road. The public hearing was held Jan. 21. After discussion, the com­ mission approved the special use with conditions, include limiting class size to eight students with a limit of two classes a day, a limit on gal­ lery hours and the size of the classroom and gallery area is limited to 1200 square feet of floor space within the 28’x60’ accessory building. Felch will be able to put up one sign 15 feet from the Whitneyville right of way line. This special use is also subject to an annual inspec­ tion. The commissioners de­ nied the special use request by Dick Suwyn for house­ hold and recreational storage in abandoned turkey barns owned by Maynard Parks. Todd Hendricks, speaking for Suwyn, explained that the plans for converting the THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION tj. Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail.com abandoned turkey barns into storage buildings was a good use and “not in con­ flict” with the township or­ dinance. The discussion of this is­ sue included topics such as when it is renovation and when it is rebuilding, and the problem of replacing walls with all doors and hav­ ing the building no longer look like a farm building. The commission also dis­ cussed how the concept of storage in unused agricul- tural buildings is a good one, but that to keep the “ru­ ral character” the buildings must still look like they be­ long down on the farm. Moffat reported on the M37 corridor committee and that commissioners should receive chapters 1-5 of the revised master plan before the Monday, March 18, Planning Commission meet­ ing. That meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Andreas Rueter of northwest Germany, he has been a resident of the United States for 15 years. His studies include the equivalency of an associate degree in business manage­ ment and administration and a master’s degree in Naval Opera­ tions Technology. It is Rueter’s hope to en­ hance the overall knowledge Deputy Chief David Middleton is Yankee Springs TTES liaison by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New Thornapplc Town­ ship Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette told the members of the Yankee Springs Township Board that Deputy Chief David Middleton, a township resi­ dent, would be his liaison between the area and TTES. “He lives in the area and he would be the first person I would ask for information anyway. Feel free to call me if you like as well,” Maren­ tette said. The new chief said he hopes to work with the In­ surance Services Office to see if the insurance rating for the township can be re­ duced. He hopes the ISO in­ spectors will give the town­ ship credit for “dry hy­ drants” as well as a well staffed fire station. A Hidden Jewel Hastings Country Club 1550 North Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 945-2992 • Currently Accepting New Members • Affordable Single, Family, Social Memberships Join before March 15th and the initiation fee is waived! Several years ago the Road. This home site is in township’s ISO rating for Section 19 and is in the area some homes near the new of water contamination. fire barn on Payne Lake The property owners have Road was reduced slightly. been notified by the BarryIn other business, the Eaton Health Department board approved a split for that they cannot drill a well Jerry Bcrkenpas and Ted in the area. Thompson of property they There was a discussion of had acquired across from whether it would be better to their homes in the Lake­ loop the line at this time in wood plat. Following opin­ preparation for the water ions of attorneys the board tower or to just extend the concluded that this is not a line to the property line of land division because they the new parcel. are adding property to an ad­ This issued was tabled jacent parcel. and will be disci/sscd at a Township Trustee Mary special meeting at 7 p.m. to­ Cook told the board that this night, Tuesday, February 26. split should be approved be­ Charter Communications cause it was specific to this notified that cable rates for plat and would not set a township residents are con­ precedent for any other area tinuing an upward trend. Ba­ in the township. sic service goes from $10.80 The board began discuss­ per month to $12.50. ing the best way to provide The next regular meeting water to a parcel of land 550 of the Yankee Springs feet north of the end of the Township board is Thurs­ water line on Patterson day, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. YS park gets budget support for first year by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Yankee Springs resident Dee Lowell attended the Feb. 1R meeting of the Yan­ kee Springs Board, armed with a tentative five-year plan for the first township park on Parker Drive. Lowell told the board that the figures were based on in­ formation from the town­ ship’s park committee at a recent meeting to discuss a time line for park develop­ ment, and from Ken Detloff, who consulted with the parks committee. The nine acre park was acquired as part of an agree­ ment with Brian Drake. If the park is not developed it will go back to Drake. The five-year plan for park development with a parking area and a walking path early in the develop­ ment was necessary before the county can apply for state grants. Financial commitment from the township also is needed. The board approved budgeting $10,000 for the next fiscal year for the park, There has been a positive response to the park. Among the few nay sayers is Edna Lewis, who told the board she was concerned about the cost of insurance. The township has been told that at this time the cost of insurance will remain the same. within the rollforming com­ munity and about rollform­ ing as a trade. He originally developed and is now spear­ heading a certification pro­ gram for rollforming opera­ tors and set-up personnel. A future target of the council is to have the certification pro­ gram used and recognized nationwide. Rueter’s personal goal isn't much different. “My dream is to have rollforming recognized as a skilled trade.” he said. Rueter is currently work­ ing closely with the editor of the website (www.thcfabricator.com) to establish a rollforming column “ROLL FOR(u)M." The website is a sister publica­ tion to “The Fabricator” (a monthly trade) magazine. Both publica­ tions are sponsored by FMA (Fabricators and Manufac­ turers Association, Interna­ tional). a non-profit organi­ zation. Rueter will initiate the column as well as assisting to organize future articles with other authors on topics for the rollforming industry. The column is expected to start sometime in April. Rueter was a speaker al * the World Class Rollform­ ing Seminar in 2000 held in Grand Rapids. He was to speak at the 2001 Seminar in October, but due to the na­ tional tensions of the time, the seminar was postponed until March of 2002. He will be present­ ing a talk on “Product De­ sign for Rollforming” at the seminar in Cleveland. Rueter and his wife, Cathy, have two sons who attend Kettle Lake Elemen­ tary. In what spare time he has left, he enjoys reading, research, restoration of old machinery, fishing and fam­ ily time. “I couldn’t do this if it weren’t for my family and their support,” he said. For those interested in further information about rollforming contact Rueter at 891-9973 or look for the future column at www.thofabricator.com. Break-in reported on Solomon Road A gas grill, end tables, a vase, candle holders, sliding barn door rails and step lad­ der are missing from a home in the 6000 block of Solo­ mon Road, according to the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. The apparent break-in was reported Feb. 12 when it was discovered at 8 p.m. No other information was available. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News Middleville, Ml/February 26. 2002/Page 9 Middleville man to be resentenced Eleven teens cited for A 19-year-old Middleville man sentenced last August to serve three to five years in prison for violating pro­ bation on a previous convic­ tion of drunk driving caus­ ing serious injury will be back in Barry County Cir­ cuit Court March 14 to hear his new, revised sentence. Justin Denick’s attorney, Thomas J. Mattern, success­ fully argued Thursday that the offense variables and prior record variables, a for­ mula used to calculate a sen­ tencing guideline, were scored incorrectly. He claimed that though the mistakes were corrected by the court at the time of the original sentencing, the corrections were never prop­ erly updated in the records, which caused the court to later use the same incorrect information contained in the POLICE BEAT pre-sentence information when Denick was sentenced on the probation violation. Judge James Fisher agreed, saying that though the guidelines “do not ap­ ply,” they are used by the judge to form a “propor­ tional” sentence. Denick was charged after a crash in Thornapple Township last February in which his girlfriend, Audra Heers, was seriously injured when the vehicle he was driving ran a stop sign and entered the path of another vehicle. He was sentenced on the original conviction last March 15. According to Mattern’s motion for resentencing, not only were the guidelines Police seek culprits in school vandalism Middleville police are asking for anyone with in­ formation about who may have caused more than $750 damage to two windows at Thornapplc Kellogg High School on the night of Feb. 13 or early morning of Feb. 14 arc asked to call the Barry County Sheriff’s Of­ fice or Silent Observer to claim a possible reward. Sgt. Tony Stein said the two broken windows were located in the principal and scored incorrectly, but the $2,745 restitution ordered by the court was inconsis­ tent with the $500 purchase price paid by the victim for the vehicle. A new restitution figure also will be set at the time of the resentencing, Fisher ruled. Denick violated probation by violating a “no contact” order with Heers after his original sentence when he called her at his mother’s house and wrote letters to her from jail. Suicidal man gives up after stand-off A despondent Middleville man armed with a knife gave himself up willingly to police Monday after more than 1 1/2 hours of negotia­ assistant principal’s offices. “They were smashed out tions in the 100 block of with what appears to be a Dayton Street. Sgt. Tony Stein of the rock,” said Stein. “We have no suspects but there is a re­ Middleville Unit of the ward through the Fast 50 Barry County Sheriffs Of­ program of Silent Ob­ fice said officer Erik Gustaf­ son received a call that a server.” Barry County Silent Ob­ possible suicidal person was server can be reached at 1- threatening to harm himself. “Deputy Gustafson re­ 800-310-9031. Calls can be made to the Barry County sponded to the scene and Sheriff’s Office at 948- found him to be irate,” said Stein. “He was bascially 4805. making comments against his own life.” No one else was in the house at the time of the inci­ dent and a professional ne­ gotiator was called to the scene. “They negotiated with him probably about a half when the suspect knocked hour to 45 minutes,” said on the windows to get their Stein. “He eventually threw attention, then allegedly ex­ down the knife and came out posed himself. A report by the Mid­ voluntarily without force.” No one was injured and dleville unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s office is the man was taken to a hos­ being reviewed by the Barry pital for psychiatric treat­ ment. No charges are pend­ County Prosecutor’s Office. ing. MIPS after local party A 15-year-old Middleville girl found herself home alone while her parents were away on a cruise and her 18year-old sister was visiting her boyfriend and decided to have a few friends over last Sunday. The party ended when po­ lice arrived and issued tick­ ets to 11 of the party guests for being minors in posses­ sion of alcohol by consump­ tion, according to a report by the Barry County Sher­ iff’s Office. A 17-year-old Caledonia male was jailed for refusing to take a pre­ liminary breath test for alco­ hol. Deputies were called to investigate when 911 re­ ceived a complaint about a loud party in the 8000 block of Parmalee Road. After about five mintues of trying to get someone to answer the door, the hostess let the officers inside where they smelled a strong odor of alcohol, police said. “A search of the residence produced about 20 minors in various rooms and closets and one 21-year-old male,” deputies reported. The adult told police he took alcohol to the party for his own consumption and that he did not buy the alco­ hol for anyone at the party. Minors under the age of 21 are not legally permitted to have a bodily alcohol con­ tent (BAC) above .00 per­ cent. Police issued citations to a 17-year-old Middleville boy with a .03 percent BAC. a 17-year-old Kentwood boy with a .09 percent, a 17year-old Middleville boy with .09 percent, a 17-yearold Hastings boy with .04 percent and six. 15-year-old girls, five from Middleville and one from Delton, regis­ tered .08. .07. .04. .08. .03 percent and .09 percent BAC. A 16-year-old Hastings girl who was cited registered a .05 percent. All of the mi­ nors were turned over to their parents. Four teens charged for smoking marijuana Four local teens wil face charges stemming from smoking marijuana Feb. 19 when the Kent County Sher­ iff’s Department responded to a suspicious vehicle call at 9185 Cherry Valley. When police arrived at the scene they found a vehicle occupied by four male sub­ jects near the dumpster of Famous Flooring. Police said that while questioning the individuals, the officer detected the odor of mari­ juana. The subjects alleg­ edly admitted to having smoked the substance. Fur­ ther investigation retrieved a marijuana pipe and plastic baggie containing some of the substance. The four were charged with a misdemeanor of vio­ lation of a controlled sub­ stance to appear in the 36th District Court in Cascade. One young man, 18. is from Alto. The other three, all 17 years old. are from Caledo­ nia. In cooperation with area schools, the court system scares a list of court infor­ mation with the school dis­ tricts. When reviewing the list, the principal or other pcrson(s) in charge of re­ viewing it could recognize the name of a student in their district. Further action may be taken against the students depending on the circum­ stances. “We’d like people to know that they can call us if they see something suspi­ cious." said Deputy Roger Parent, of the Kent County Sheriff’s office. The police encourage the public to call about any sus­ picious activity or vehicles in the area. Indecent exposure charges pending Two cheerleaders in the Thornapple Kellogg School District reported Feb. 15 that another student exposed himself to them while they were practicing at school last last month, according to police. The girls said they were in a large room in the school 002 CAVALIE&1 4-door, automatic, new car warranty. 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The realign­ ment of schools would be designated into tiers based on enroll­ ment, geography and other criteria and have a member­ ship resolution modeled af­ ter the MHSAA (Michigan High School Athletic Asso­ ciation) membership resolu­ tion. The proposed realignment CHS Principal Ron would involve 39 schools and would be aligned or re­ Moag explains some adjusted (due to enrollment points to the school board changes) every two years. about the proposed rea­ The February student count lignment for O-K Confer­ on even years would be used ence athletics. to determine the tier place­ gan. Member School Boards ment. Tiers may consist of of Education have voluntar­ one or more divisions. ily applied for and have The O-K Conference been accepted as a full and Membership Resolution contributing member of the reads as such: O-K Conference. “The Ottawa-Kent Con­ “The Conference has been ference is a voluntary, non­ profit association of secon­ divided into divisions and dary schools in West Michi- (in addition to other duties) sponsors divisional tourna­ ments. assigns officials, and oversees the day to day op­ eration of the conference. Each member of the Confer­ ence agrees to follow the conference and the MSHAA rules as they pertain to eligi­ bility. transfers, age limita­ tions and seasonal require­ ments as a minimum for be­ ing eligible for league con­ tests and tournaments. “The Board of Education of each member school agrees to adopt as its own, and abide by those O-K Conference rules, regula­ tions and interpretations of the conference constitution, by-laws and practices as they pertain to the follow­ ing. A) Sportsmanship, B) Scheduling, C) Assignment of Officials, D) Sport Spe­ cific Policies. E) Realign­ ment and/or Expansion and F) Payment of League Dues.” O-K originally stood for Ottawa and Kent counties, but it has since expanded to include schools in other counties. Hastings has al­ ready adopted a resolution supporting the proposal. It now has five divisions — the Red. White, Blue, Gold and Silver, all with between seven and nine teams. Cost savings seem to be one of the main reasons for realignment. 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Too often a team has to travel more than 30 miles for' a game on a school night, making for some late arrivals back home for the students. “This is a process for the O-K schools to reflect every two years and make sure that the tier structure is ap­ propriate for all,” said Moag in a separate interview. Another argumentfor the proposal involves fan inter­ est. For example, there is talk of realigning the O-K Gold Division to include Caledonia, Middleville, Hastings, Wayland and South Christian to promote the natural rivalries between the schools. The conference is trying to put criteria into place for moving within the tiers, so that all schools could use it uniformly. A byproduct of the rea­ lignment, might be that “al­ ternative” sports such as swimming, hockey, gymnas­ tics, etc., may get a boost by being aligned with schools closer to their geographical area or that have other “smaller” sports or lone competitors (for example, Jordan Kokot of Caledonia, who has to swim with the Forest Hills team). Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults * - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Into' Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Your Smile The First Thing People See! Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. # ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ * ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦♦ ♦ WHITE * * * If the proposed realign­ ment is approved, the time required for athletic direc­ tors and principals would re­ main approximately the same - athletic directors would meet about once a month and principals ap­ proximately four times a year. Though the Athletic Council and the Principals’ Council support the plan, the school boards and superin­ tendents of the 39 schools in the conference now must vote for or against the reso­ lution. The Hastings Board of Education last week already voted to support it. Hastings is a fellow member of the OK Gold. “Three-quarters need to adopt (the resolution) to put the proposal into action,” explained Moag. Moag cautioned during the board presentation, “If it isn’t voted in, the O-K Conference may dis­ solve.” The Caledonia board will vote whether or not to adopt the proposal at its regular meeting March 19. In other business at last Tuesday night’s meeting at Kettle Lake Elementary, the school board: • Watched a video pre­ sented by Kettle Lake Prin­ cipal Chris Warren on the “Tree of Hope” project. Warren then introduced seven students from Carmen Petrosky’s fifth grade class who displayed paper sam­ ples of their own tiles. All the tiles were wired together to form a garland that was 288 foot long for the Tree of Hope (which came from the Upper Penin­ sula) in Washington, D.C. over the holiday season. Warren then introduced Jodi Grantz, of the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts and a Kettle Lake mom and artist herself. Grantz spearheaded the project for the school and thanked the community, school and par­ ents and grandparents for all their help and support with the four-month-long-project. More than 700 hours of vol­ unteer time was given for this project. Grantz invited the public to watch the “Tree of Hope” (www.holi­ daytree.org) website for the tiles to possibly come up for auction,. Heard a resolution read by board member William Harrison in recognition of principals. Each principal was given a cooler filled with “relaxation stuff” popcorn, candy bars, etc., and presented to the board in order of their time with the district: Chris Warren, Ket­ tle Lake , two years; Ron Moag, high school, two years; Jim Glazier, high school assistant principal, two years; Cheryl O’Con­ nor, Caledonia Elementary, four years, Gordy Nickels, Emmons Lake Elementary, three years and Caledonia Elementary six years; Craig Schmidt, middle school, Continued next page Free Portfolio Reviews from Edward Jones Now more than ever, it's important to take a close look at your investments. At Edward Jones, we re happy to provide free, noobligation portfolio reviews, even if you’re not a current customer. Call or stop by today to arrange an appointment. 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From previous page who is soon retiring after 23 years; Jerry Phillips, Dutton Elementary, a total of 27 years, and “Buzz” leather­ man, middle school assistant and interim principal for the remainder of the school year, 35 years with the dis­ trict. • Officially adopted a resolution calling for the an­ nual school election to be held Monday, June 10. The last day of voter registration is Monday, May 13. • Accepted the finance re­ view of rcports/January pay­ ables. • Adopted a resolution to accept a grant from the Michigan Department of Ca­ reer Development through the Kent Intermediate School District. The board agreed to meet the standards and benchmarks required by the grant, which include the Career Pathways model and Educational Development Plans for students. Board member Robert Lillie asked if there was a dollar amount involved in this grant. Chris Burns, di­ rector of instruction and school improvement, replied that there was $17,000 in­ volved at this time, but that the board must have a for­ mal resolution in place, not only for this grant, but also for additional grants. • Adopted a resolution to opt into the Kent Intermedi­ ate School District “Schools of Choice” plan pertaining to non-resident students for the 2002-03 academic year. Superintendent Doug Busman explained the basic difference between the local and state plans. “As a county we collaborated on our own (school of choice) plan. We feel that it’s better to work on it as a county.” The state’s School of Choice provisions gave schools very little control over accepting applications for enrollment from resi­ dents outside of each school. With the Kent Intermediate School Districts School of Choice plan, the county has a bit more control over what applications will be accepted from outside each school. Though the district may ac­ cept enrollment from resi­ dents outside Caledonia's school district, but within the KISD, it will not accept enrollment applications from contiguous intermedi­ ate school districts outside the local ISD. “We haven’t accepted (outside enrollment applica­ tions) up to this point be­ cause of space,” said Dr. Busman. “But with the new schools planned we may be able to meet the spirit and intent of the law.” • Adopted an amended policy on “Student Network and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety” and amended a policy on “Staff Network & PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Internet Acceptable Use and Safety” that had been tabled at theJanuary board meeting for further examination of the wording for disciplinary action. • Approved the purchase of two ibook Wireless Mo­ bile Lag 15-pack + 1 com­ puters at a total cost of $44,854. • Approved an additional 17-foot right of way along Kraft Avenue from the north property line from the mid­ dle sc hoo I /Em mo ns Lake to the south property line of the middle school, as re­ quested by the Kent County Road Commission to allow access. • Approved personnel changes: Ron DeJonge hired for varsity baseball, Ryan James for JV baseball, Jenny Tennant for JV girls’ soccer and Mark Gillard for ninth grade softball. Resignations were accepted from Steven Bradley, seventh grade vol­ leyball, Kim Oaks as para­ professional aide and Heather Gordon as custodial aide. • Adopted the proposed budget amendments for the 2001-02 school year. When questioned by board mem­ ber Dennis Atkinson about the $12,000 deficit, Business Manager Judi Dean ex­ plained that the amount is down from the original $340,000 that was out of balance. “We’re still work­ ing on it. We have every in­ tention of bringing you, by the end of the year, a bal­ anced budget.” • Was told by Caleb Zandstra, Student Congress Representative, about an up­ coming blood drive at the high school in March. • Was informed by Dr. Busman that all Caledonia district elementary schools and the middle school are in alignment at this time with the North Central accredita­ tion requirements. Many high schools have this dis­ tinction, but few middle schools, let alone elemen­ tary schools hold it. 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Ml/February 26, 2002 Caledonia Twp. planners draft zoning revisions by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Creating a "quality prod­ uct” while also completing the zoning ordinance as quickly as possible, is the goal of the Caledonia Plan­ ning Commission as it drafts the document sections, said Chairman Archie Warner Feb. 18. Balancing these goals is the task confronting the commissioners as they settle into a routine they hope will revise the ordinance by mid­ summer. The pattern in­ cludes pre-reading drafts of­ fered by consultant Ken Dettloff of McKenna Asso­ ciates, considering and dis­ cussing the draft at the scheduled meeting and after a public hearing, consider­ ing any relevant points in the ordinance section and fi­ nally creating the final ver­ sion that will go to the Township Board for ap­ proval. The old zoning ordinance for each category remains in effect until the revised ordi­ nance section is approved after the lengthy process. Only when the ordinance re­ vision is approved would it supersede the existing ordi­ nance. Work on the Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District, on common driveways and on private road development occupied the commission’s attention last Monday. While taking up Broad­ moor/Cherry Valley Corri­ dor Overlay District, some commissioners advocated establishing some uniform standards for all of M-37, such as landscaping, road frontage setbacks and curb cuts, to create a consistent character and road width. The overlay is only around 660 feet deep along the highway. Others wanted to omit some portions of the corri­ dor from the overlay en­ tirely, so no confusion would arise over the non­ commercial character of those portions. The correct terminology referring to these standards would be critical in the final ordi­ nance. Areas just south of 100th Street, to be developed un­ der a court judgment would not be included in the over­ ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE OF ELECTION VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD MARCH 11, 2002 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS ol the Village of Caledonia, notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held on Monday, March 11, 2002, for the purpose of electing a candidate to the office of Village President, and three positions for Village Trustees. The Village General Election will be held at the Caledonia Village/Township Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. Sandra Ayers Caledonia Village Clerk 310 lay district. Ordinance overlay details pertain to general landscap­ ing: trees, berms, shrubs, walls and fences were dis­ cussed but not finalized. Re­ quired replacement of plant­ ings which die was thought necessary. The intention of the mas­ ter plan was that residential or rural open spaces be­ tween commercial areas along the highway would create variety along the cor­ ridor. There is much counter-pressure to create a continuous commercial strip along M-37. motivated by speculations of higher prof­ its for commercial uses than for residential use by those owning or developing these parcels. Planning ahead for likely widening of M-37 is a con­ cern. The Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation (MDOT) is more favorable toward widening highways where setbacks permit and where minimal land acquisi­ tion costs are anticipated. Dettloff suggested creat­ ing setbacks that would per­ mit road widening, but al­ lowing the same density of buildings on the remaining parcels along the highway, so owners would not suffer a loss because of the reduced space of the remaining par­ cel. A landscaping buffer could absorb some of the fu­ ture widening, he said. Generous setbacks have been established in the high­ way commercial zone, with­ out great resistance, and other ideas for the commer­ cial overlay district will be discussed in future. Requiring all parking in the rear of buildings was ex­ pected to be impossible with some businesses like Meijer’s, which has a stan­ dard of parking in the front. The commissioners may ask for 40 percent of parking in front, 20 percent in back and on sides, thought to be more realistic. Parking would not be allowed within 15 feet of CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia win hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village HaM, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the applica­ tion of John Lepard to consider an amendment to the previously approved Lepard Park Planned Unit Development (PUD) The lands are commonly described as 7920 Broadmoor Avenue (Parcel #41-23-17-226-006). 7777 Cherry Valley Avenue (Parcel #41-23-17-226008) and 7911 Cherry Valley Avenue (Parcel #41-23-17-226-010) and are legally described as follows 7920 Broadmoor Avenue Part NE 1/4 COM AT E 1/4 COR TH N ALONG E SEC LINE 330 FT TH W PAR WITH E&W 1/4 LINE 660 FT TH N PAR WITH E SEC LINE 1320 FT TH E PAR WITH E&W 1/4 LINE 660 FT TO E SEC LINE TH N ALONG E SEC UNE TO A PT 233 FT S ALONG E SEC LINE FROM NE COR OF SEC TH W PAR WITH N SEC LINE 233 FT TH N PAR WITH E SEC LINE 233 FT TO N SEC LINE TH W ALONG N SEC UNE TO NW COR OF NE 1.4 TH S ALONG N&S 1/4 LINE TO CL OF HWY M37 BROADMOOR AVE TH SELY ALONG SO CL TO E&W 1/4 LINE TH E TO BEG ’SEC 17 T5N R10W 7777 Cherry Valley Avenue: N 330 FT OF S 1650 FT OF E 660 FT OF NE 1/4 ’SEC 17 T5N R10W 7911 Cherry Valley Avenue N 330 FT OF S 660 FT OF E 660 FT OF NE 1/4 'SEC 17T5NR10W A copy of the proposed major PUD amendment ts on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Meagan dunng Township office hours All interested persons may attend tie pubic hearing and comment upon the pro­ posed amendment to the PUD Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubic heanng Dated February 5. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ____________________________________ 308 a public road or street, and 10 feet of a property line, and would require landscape buffers. The draft asked for a park­ ing island with trees for every five spaces in the commercial overlay district, like the highway commer­ cial district, but was seen as problematic for snow re­ moval. This will be revisited later, and likely will allocate vegetation islands for be­ tween 10 to 30 parking spaces in both the HC and overlay commercial areas. Passage between adjoining developments so traffic can flow off the highway was to be encouraged, though it may not be possible to man­ date it. Commercial property or church property next to resi­ dential areas could use fenc­ ing as well as landscaping to soften effects of headlights at night. Dettloff said the kind of fencing materials, heights and openness of fencing can be included in the ordinance. Regarding common drive­ ways, curb cuts and sight distances are usually deter­ mined by the Kent County Road Commission, where road frontage permits. Four houses have been al­ lowed to share a common driveway until now, but in the future, new development will likely require a com­ mon driveway for no more than two dwellings, unless the shared drive meets up­ graded requirements. New rules would not affect al­ ready established dwelling clusters unless another building permit is requested. A reason for the change would be to reduce the prob­ lems created by clusters of neighbors who refuse to share maintenance costs of the shared drives. Drives that are too narrow can be blocked by a stalled vehicle, another problem. In the fu­ ture, a required neighbor­ hood agreement would be filed with the Kent County Register of Deeds, stating who would maintain the drive. If better roads are required at the beginning, problems that interfere with safety and fire protection are avoided, such as no address identifi­ cation, roads in poor condi­ tion, or passage too narrow to admit emergency vehi­ cles. Construction standards are still much more lax for pri­ vate drives than for private roads. In the future, if two to four houses were to share the drive, a gravel base under the drive, and a minimum width would be required. If five or more houses shared lhe area, then private road standards would be required. An owner planning to sell off more than four lots for dwellings needs to plan for the required right of way and plan to construct a proper road at some future time. How the expense of the improvements would be dis­ tributed when this transpired would be detailed in ad­ vance. Dettloff said shared cost for the shared improve­ ments is difficult to enforce unless part of an initial agreement. New Commissioner Mike Mercier said residents needed plenty of pre-notification of changes in the rules relating to drives and roads, so planned parcel dwellings requiring access from an existing shared drive would be forewarned about impacts on their plans. Mercier also said detailed and scaled site plans includ­ ing directions need to be submitted so the commis­ sioners can be clear about the project. He said working through the exact measure­ ment could help the home­ owner to think through the process, and even to avoid potential problems pertain­ ing to setbacks from existing buildings, wells, septic sys­ tems. wetlands, consider fu­ ture land divisions, and other details. In private road develop­ ment, private road standards, including paving, would ap­ ply where ever five or more dwellings are served by common access. Private road plans now go to the building department, require staff approval, and in future may also go to the Planning Commission. A detailed plan showing the proposed road, utility ease­ ments, existing easements, intersecting streets, adjacent properties and existing driveways would be submit­ ted. Under the land division act, lots may be split and sold without any neighbor association or agreement. The ordinance would require five or more lot owners sharing a road to get a com­ mon agreement and to meet the standards. In some cases special assessments could be required. A problem has already oc­ curred where land owners split lots off indefinitely for homes to be served by a too narrow drive with no solid road base which now must be shared by six to eight or sometimes even more neigh­ bors. Conflicts occur where two to four established property owners using a shared drive­ way are confronted with property splits behind them and served by the drive. Is the cost to be split by all us­ ers, or by the property owner splitting the parcel? Often the existing owners refuse to participate because they have more to lose than to gain by the added splits and traffic. The township might be able to prescribe a standard to ease such conflicts, pro­ viding land splits were ana­ lyzed in advance of future divisions and known to con­ tiguous property owners, or otherwise prohibited where future planning had not oc­ curred or the road standards could not be met. Private roads, if eventually to be dedicated to the county for ownership and mainte­ nance, must have a 66 feet wide right of way, although paving could be 24 feet wide. Trees in the right of way could remain. Distance between private roads would be 500 feet. All new private roads would require fire de­ partment review for safety considerations. The road would be con­ structed to certain standards, some yet to be defined. A blacktop surface 2 and 3/4 inches deep over a pre­ scribed depth for sand and gravel base was mentioned. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he wanted to be sure all the impacts of water run­ off would be understood prior to the approval of the plan. Chairman Warner said it was important for builders putting in these roads to build them to quality stan­ dards, which allow for Continued next page CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hail. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Lawrence Heibel for a major home occupation permit on property commonly described as 6050 Buttnck Avenue (located in the Country View Estates PUD) and designated as permanent parcel No 41-23-02-102-034. The proposed major home occupation consists of a photography studio The land is legally described as Unit No. 34 * Country View Estates Kent County Condominium Subdivision Plan No 285 Uber 3499 Page 31 AM interested persons may attend the public heanng and make comments relating to the proposed major home occupation permit. Written comments may be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing. Dated: February 7, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 306 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 26. 2002/Page 13 CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA Two townships cooperate Regular Meeting February 20, 2002 Present: Harnson. Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata. Bujak Robertson, and Stauffer Also Present Manager/ Planner Zylstra. Utilities Admin­ istrator Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citizens. The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Snyder tc remove item 10B ■ Adoption of Construction Board of Appeals of Procedure and 10C Appointment of three members to the Construction Board of Appeals Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison second Bravata. to add item 10F ■ a resolution to name a code enforcement official Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to add item 9A voicemail system Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell item 10G - March 6 meeting. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Stauffer to add item 10H - budget evalua­ tion plan Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Lynn Demann of 5282 Wade St. dis­ cussed Shagbark Condomini­ ums and the Board of Appeals Denny Gillam of Cutlerville dis­ cussed his candidacy for State Representative APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Move Robertson to remove 5C, 5D, and 5F. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve the consent agenda minus item SC. 5E and 5F Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held regarding revenue and expenditure report and the utilities report. Moved Harrison, second Robertson to approve items 5C, 5D, and 5F with questions regarding the same be answered. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Bujak discussed completion of several resolutions at last Planning Commission meeting He also discussed the new Planning Commissioner doing a fine job. Snyder commented on Library Advisory Committee presenta­ tion CORRESPONDENCE: None VOICEMAIL SYSTEM: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to allow Lois Barber, Dave Zylstra. and Pat Snyder, to spend up to $12,000 for a new phone system Discussion was held. Ayes: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bujak. Bravata, and Stauffer. Nay: Robertson. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - RECOMMENDA­ TION FOR AMENDMENT TO SECTION 12 B. 12. OF THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANU­ AL': Discussion was held Moved Robertson, second Stauffer to table the issue Ayes: Harrison, Snyder, Bujak, Bravata. Robertson, and Stauffer Nay: Cardwell. MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION - APPROVAL OF ON-PREMISE' LICENSE TRANSACTION BY THE LIQUOR CONTROL COMMIS­ SION FOR APPLICANT J&J PAGANO: Moved Stauffer, sec­ ond Snyder to approve resolu­ tion of approval of on-premise' license transaction by the Liquor Control Commission for appli­ cant J&J Pagano Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. RESOLUTION - OF SUP­ PORT OF PETITION TO M-DOT FOR TRAFFIC LIGHT AT 100TH STREET & M-37 AND REaTRIPING M-37 FROM 100TH STREET TO GLEN VAL­ LEY’: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to adopt a resolution of support of petition to M-DOT for traffic light at 100th St. & M-37 and re-striping M-37 from 100th St. to Glen Valley. Moved PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy test for the Village of Caledonia General Election will be conducted on Monday, March 4, 2002, at 2:00 p.m. at the Village/Township Hall located at 250 S. Maple St., Caledonia, Michigan. The Public Accuracy test is conducted to demon­ strate that the program and computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law. 311 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE tS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4 2002, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission ot the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a pubic hearing at the Caledoma Township and Vtllage Hall 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on the application of Rick and Debra Kelch kx a special use permit to construct an acces­ sory building m the R-R Rural Residential Dtstnct The lands as to which the special use permit is requested are com­ monly descnbed as 7030 Cherry Valley Avenue and are legally descnbed as follows: S 588 FT OF N 1678 FT OF W 660 FT OF W 1/2 NW 1 4 •SEC 9T5N R10W AB interested persons may attend the pubic heanng and comment upon the proposed special use permit Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubic heanng Dated: February 5, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA x* Stauffer, second Bravata to amend the resolution to start a new paragraph with the last sen­ tence to read The Charter Township of Caledonia desires the Michigan Department of Transportation to do a study regarding re-stnpmg M-37 from 2 lanes to 3 lanes from 100th St. north to Glen Valley so as to pro­ vide a designated left turn lane for this 1.5 miles of roadway Discussion was held. Vote on amendment Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Roll call vote on motion Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION NAME CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFI­ CER: Discussion was held Moved Stauffer, second Harrison to adopt a resolution to name code enforcement official Roll call vote. Ayes: AIL MOTION CARRIED MARCH 6. 2002 MEETING: Discussion was held. Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to cancel the March 6. 2002 meet­ ing Ayes All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. BUDGET EVALUATION PLAN: Discussion was held regarding the Job Evaluation Plan and the budget BOARD COMMENTS: Bravata commented on Vermuelen lawsuit, capital improvement plan, packets from MTA Convention, and grants. Snyder commented on the cabi­ net in the Board Room being to large and may cause problems for elections Robertson com­ mented on the Treasurer's report and the number of accounts. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): Sandy HolmesStanard of 7574 Hardwood questioned dates ot Board of Review and NW water and sewer project Jason Robards of 8004 Patterson commented on support of 3 month medical/ maternity leave, and petition in regards to the -re-striping. Anna Casteel Martin of Rosita’s ques­ tioned decision regarding the available liquor license. Brian Bennett of 7003 - 84th St. dis­ cussed trailer and an access road between the malls. ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adjourn. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk From previous page proper drainage, a base of gravel, etc. It was agreed that the township engineer's report recommending approval of the private road plan would assure the specifications were understood. Assuring the quality of the materials and specs were met during the road construction, was a concern, but it was believed if the builder s engineer cer­ tified all standards were in compliance during construc­ tion, the quality of the road would be assured. Dettloff said the engineer is finan­ cially and personally liable for meeting township stan­ dards. Notification of neighbors within 500 feet of a pro­ posed private road would be required, where only 300 feet is required at present. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. on Patterson Road projects by Patricia Johns Staff Writer If all goes well. Patterson Road, the dividing line be­ tween Allegan and Barry counties, will be recon­ structed soon from M-179 to 124th Avenue (Shelbyville Road). The Yankee Springs Township Board will hold a special meeting to iron out the final details, but positive comments at its Feb. 18 meeting make it clear that the township is prepared to cooperate with Wayland Township on the project. Marjory Richards, presi­ dent of the GFWC-Gun High school diplomas to be given to WWII vets World War II military veterans now can be awarded a high school di­ ploma according to Public Act 181 of 2001, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the State of Michigan. These special diplomas provide special recognition for the service of military veterans of World War II. So any World War II vet­ eran who left high school in the Thornapple Kellogg School district between Dec. 16, 1940, and Dec. 31, 1946, for immediate military serv­ ice and not subsequently re­ ceiving a high school di­ ploma can now apply for a diploma. Specific family members may also apply on behalf of a living or deceased veteran. Applications that require a copy of the veteran's dis­ charge from military serv­ ice, indicating honorable service, are available at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Please call the high school office at 795-3394 for an application. Lake Area Women's Club, told members of the Yankee Springs board Feb. 18, “It is really fantastic to get town­ ships talking together. Thank you for seeing this project through."* Members of the Yankee Springs board told Wayland Township Supervisor Randy Markevitz that Yankee Springs would help the Pat­ terson Road project by pay­ ing for the shoulder exten­ sion part of the project, which is inside the Yankee Springs line. This covers 1.8 miles of the project. Markevitz told the board that the cost of the entire project is $204,000. The Wayland Township share is just over $100,000. Wayland Township will be able to pay this over two years. Markevitz estimates that Yankee Springs portion of the cost is $12,500. The board will determine how they will spend their road budget at a special meeting on Feb. 26 and then let Wayland Township know about the decision. Yankee Springs Supervi­ sor Al McCrumb told Rich­ ards that she and the other members of GFWC-Gun Lake area who have been at­ tending meetings to work on this project,- “You don’t need to attend another meet­ ing. we are in favor of this and just have to work out the details." Markevitz told the board that efforts would be made to coordinate repaving of the road with the replacement of the Cuddy Drain. The special meeting to discuss the roads budge be­ gins at 7 p.m., Tuesday. Feb. 26. The meeting will also in­ clude a discussion of a water main extension and new rules for the rental of the township hall. Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County - Michigan 2002 March Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday: March 5th, 2002 Org Meeting - 9:00 a m. Monday: March 11th, 2002 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday: March 12th, 2002 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. All reviews will be heard by appointment onlyl For appointments call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews will be held at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Written appeals accepted until Monday, March 11th, 2002 The 2002 Kent County Equalization factors for the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows: Agricultural: 1.447 Industrial: 1.1307 Commercial: 1.0331 Residential: 1.0977 Assessor: Laura Stob Township Clerk: Patricia Snyder m CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village HaH. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the appiica tion of Jamie Wright to rezone the following described lands from R-2 Medium Density Single Family to C-1 Neighborhood Business The lands are commonly described as approximately 6700 Whitneyville (Parcel #41-23-02-451 -002) and are legally descnbed as follows: That part of the SE 1/4 of Section 2. T5N. R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 Corner of said Section, thence N 00°10T7* W 295 00 feet along the West line of said SE 1/4 to the place of beginning, thence N 00°10'17* W 295 00 ft along said West hne; thence S 89°57’43* E 295 332 feet parallel with the South hne of said SE 1/4, thence S OO°1OT7* E 295 00 feet, thence N 39'57-43* W 295 32 feet to the place of begin­ ning Parcel is subject to highway right of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 48-foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as Beginning at a point on the West hne of the SE 1/4 of Section 2. T5N, R10W. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, which is N OCT 0'17* W 186.81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of said Section, thence N 89°54 54* E 88.71 feet; thence N 02TJ2T9* E 108.07 feet to the place of ending of the center hne of said easement A copy of the proposed rezonmg ts on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the public heanng and comment upon the proposed rezonmg Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the public heanng Dated February 7 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 307 �Vage 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/February 26. 2002 Shagbark debate mired in bureaucratic sinkhole by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board postponed appoint­ ment of members to a Con­ struction Board of Appeals last Wednesday while inter­ views of candidates with ex­ perience in the building trades continue, Supervisor Bryan Harrison said. The need for the appeals board developed in connec­ tion with a dispute between residents of Shagbark Con­ dominiums in Caledonia, who claim they have been enduring continuing flood­ ing problems for several months, and the builder of the development. Shagbark residents turned to the Township Board for intervention because their legal advice was to pursue state mediation, which they said produced no action. Several engineers were consulted on the matter, but action to correct the situa­ tion has been slow to materi­ alize. At the end of December, Township Engineer Randy Wilcox said he did not rec­ ommend that Caledonia Township allow additional buildings to be constructed in Shagbark until a proper storm water management system was completed, as additional impervious sur­ faces would add to the prob­ lems. In January a report by Wilcox, and a separate plan submitted by Kyle D. Wil­ son advised expansion of the detention pond to provide storage for a 25-year storm event with a controlled re­ lease pipe in accordance with the Kent County Drain Commission requirements. In addition, an overflow spillway was recommended to be sized for a 100-year storm event. An open ditch down­ stream from the site along mobile home park property west of the condo also would need alterations to make it adequate for posi­ tive drainage, with a Shag­ bark easement for drainage Turn those unwanted items into cosh. Coll 945-9554 to place o Sun d< News dCTION-od today. NOTICE NOTICE OF ELECTION r VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE * roUMMD KN ^ChjgK^ * BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN T0 be held MARCH 11, 2002 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS of the Village of Middleville, notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held on Monday, March 11, 2002, for the purpose of electing a candidate to the office of Village President and Village Trustee (three posi­ tions). Rhonda L. Fisk Village of Middleville Clerk 312 into the ditch. The mobile home park is willing to par­ ticipate in half the construc­ tion cost, and expected the other half to be covered by Northland Management. A recommendation that storm sewer be laid again from the catch basin on the north side of Wade Street to the detention basin was made. The storm sewer now is submerged all of the time. Regrading the yards be­ tween the 76th Street berm and the back of the condos was suggested to increase the slope away from the buildings for better drain­ age. Also, televising and in­ specting the storm line from the catch basin at 76th Street and Shagwood north was recommended, to determine if collapse or sediment in the pipe was blocking the nor­ mal flow. Wilcox also recom­ mended expansion of the pond, which would require site plan modification by the Planning Commission. Each step required a lot of consid­ eration. to be sure attempts to remedy the Shagbark problem did not cause flood­ ing for someone else or make the problems worse. In the meantime, while residents continued to en­ dure flooding problems, they requested the withhold­ ing of additional building permits, which was thought also would make matters worse. The matter was weighed for some time before town­ ship officials, with legal support, eventually decided to withhold the building per­ mits until the ongoing flood­ ing problems in the neigh­ borhood were corrected. An appeal by Lee VanPopering, the developer of the Shagbark condominium complex, was made over the township's decision to with­ hold further building per­ mits. The request to appear be­ fore a Construction Board of Appeals has prompted a need for Caledonia Town­ ship officials to create a board that was only previ­ ously alluded to on paper. It was the first appeal of its kind for years. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4 2002. at 700 p m., he Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan concerning the appli­ cation of Allan and Diana Hudson to consider an amendment to an approved Planned Unit Development (PUD), and to rezone the removed portion of the PUD to C-2 General Commercial The lands are commonly described as 7105 Broadmoor Avenue and legally described as follows THAT PART OF E 216 FT OF N 3/4 E 1/2 NE 1/4 LYING S OF CL OF STL M37 ‘SEC 7 T5N R10W A copy of the proposed major PUD amendment is on file and may be exammed at toe offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 Maple Street Caledona Micrwgan during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon toe pro­ posed PUD zoning ordnance amendment Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated February 5. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 309 Officials are seeking members to serve on the board and the board passed a resolution to establish a Construction Board of Ap­ peals in early February, prior to appointing members to serve. The resolution re­ scinded any previous boards which may have been cre­ ated. The Construction Board of Appeals will be a quasi­ judicial board with the authority to overturn the Township Board decision, though their decision would not be the final one. and ei­ ther the Township Board or the applicant could go to the State Construction Board or to the court system to obtain a final decision. Lynn Demann spoke briefly last Wednesday night to the Township Board on behalf of Shagbark resi­ dents. She said the residents had not signed off at the state mediation hearing to close the case because the solution was not satisfactory and nothing was done. Code violations by the de­ veloper are being processed by an enforcement division, but these were not even ex­ amined. she said. Further, it looked as if the enforcement process would be handled by the same board as the one the developer was appealing to. Demann said she called state authorities because she was concerned township of­ ficials had believed there was a State Board of Ap­ peals for the township to ap­ peal to if a problem emerged at the local level, and she had been told there was no State Board of Appeals. Demann wanted to know. "Is this was the only con­ struction board of appeals there is going to be?" Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said. "I know we are re­ quired to have a Construc­ tion Board of Appeals to ap­ peal decisions made by our building department." He explained creation of that body had been ap­ proved. but not yet formed. He said he believed there was a higher appeal board at the state level. Demann said she would like the complaint number when it was issued. She of­ fered to supply copies of en­ gineers reports or anything else township officials needed to document the case. She said residents had not been informed about what the engineers were planning for the project, although some excavation and earth moving had taken place. Harrison said the denial of building permits to the de­ veloper and his appeal were the latest details known. Three proposed Thornapple fire station sites discussed by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Township Fire Facilities Committee, local residents and village representatives last week discussed three possible sites for a new fire station. Bob Weaver of the archi­ tectural firm that has been working on the fire station project presented the three sites. Weaver told the audience that one of the priorities for the new station was for it to be on the west side of the Thornapple River. Each of the three sites under consid­ eration must be at least three and one half acres. It would help if it were in the village and close to sewer and water hookups. The site at the corner of Bender Road and Main Street was discussed, but many who spoke at the ses­ sion said they thought it is too close to the schools and another negative would be traffic congestion during the school day and following events. The second site is also west of the river, near the village water tower. Some of the drawbacks of the site were having to meet well­ head protection standards, a long entrance drive and proximity to residential housing. A third site, the depot, is on the east side of the river. TK High School officially awarded Governor's Cup Thornapple Kellogg High School officially has re­ ceived the "2001 Governor s Cup Award" for outstanding performance on the Michi­ gan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) and for having the most merit award winner of all the schools in the O-K Blue Conference. TK Was honored at a spe­ cial award ceremony Mon­ day, Feb. 11, at the Kent In­ termediate School District in Grand Rapids.TK High School Principal Ellen Zack said, "This is an outstanding award, and we are so proud of our students for this ma­ jor accomplishment and grateful to our teachers for believing in a climate that challenges students to do their very best.” The Governor's Cup award was established in 2000 by Gov. John Engler. There were 74 athletic conference winners and four state champions throughout It has some drawbacks as well, including how Io pre­ serve the depot and the fiber optic cable under part of the site interfering with the lo­ cation of the new building. The depot site received the most positive comments. There were some ques­ tions asked of members of the Thornapple Township Board and suggestions that the committee consider some sites along M-37. Township Supervisor Don Boysen told the audience that one 50-acre site is for sale for a million dollars. Another site along M-37 is priced at more than $450,(MX) for three acres. Boysen said the consen­ sus of the board is to con­ tinue the search for the right location is found. He said he hopes the decision can be made in time to put a bond issue on the August primary election ballot. the state. SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP 284 N. BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333 (616) 795-9091 Date of Meeting 2-26-02 Time of Meeting 7:00 pm Place of Meeting Township Hall Purpose of Meeting 1 Review 2002 Road Budget Allocations 2 Water Main Extension, Patterson Road - 550’ 3 Township Hall Revised Rental Rules Requirements Signature of Township Clerk Janice C Lippert Date and Time of Posting 2-22-02 This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41 72a(2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary axis and services, such as signers for the heanng impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabili­ ties at the meetmq or public hearing upon request notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board A copy of this notice is on file m the office of toe clerk 313 �The Sun art Newt Mkttmrite. MkFetauary 26, 20025>age W Mild mannered teacher doubles as a triathlete Third-graders at Lee Ele­ mentary school in Middlevijle know him as “Mr. Wilkinson,” a teacher at their school. But here is something stu­ dents and parents don’t know about this mild man­ nered academic. Sam Wilk­ inson has been a triathlete for the past six years. In 2001 he was ranked in the top 22 percent among U.S. male triathletes, ages 30-34. This ranking was issued by the United States Triathlon Federation. In addition he received “honorable mention” AllRcgiona accolades for the Midcast region of Michigan , Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky. Wilkinson attributes his success to the support of his wife Maggie. “Maggie has been, and continues to be very suppor­ tive of my triathlon efforts,” says Wilkinson. “She has at­ tended ail my races and deals with me being gone for three and four hours at a time while I’m cycling.” Triathlon consists of three athletic disciplines com bined into one effect. Wilk­ inson describes a typical tri­ athlon as a swim bike and run. Distances vary from a half mile swim, 20 mile bike race and a five mile run, up to the Ironman Distance. “The longest event I have completed is the Half Iron­ man distance,” Wilkinson continues, “it is a 1.2 mile swim. 56 mile bike race and a 13.1 mile run. “I don’t consider my ranking to be that signifi­ cant,” Wilkinson says, put­ ting his ranking into per­ spective. “I think it is be­ cause I know so many ath- Amanda Sager nominated for Rotary Student of Month Both Tricia Rickert. English instructor, and Keith Hamming, computer and marketing instructor, at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nominated senior Amanda Sager, daughter of Jerri Sager of Middleville, as the Rotary Student of the Month for January. Tricia Rickert Described as “an individ­ ual with tremendous leader­ ship skills and a high level of responsibility.” Sager was instrumental as the student assistant for the plays and musicals and as local presi­ dent for the Business Professionals of America. Her future plans include a business major at the univer­ sity level. Aquatics group reschedules meeting Middleville third grade teacher Sam Wilkinson works to improve his time as a triathlete letes who are better than I am. I am not putting myself down or anything but, I’m not out there winning triathlons outright. My ranking is within my age group.” Wilkinson notes that he is not the only local triathlete finding success. “Our area actually has several talented triathletes. These include Kevin Miller. Ricky Green, Neil LaVoie and the Hoag family, just to name a few. Looking ahead to the 2002 season, one of Wilkin­ son’s goals is to have a solid Half Ironman Triathlon showing for a former stu­ dent who died last year. “I was disappointed last year when 1 did not break the five hour mark. I think 1 was a little too aggressive on the bike ride portion and then did not drink enough water to hydrate my body during the run. I was hoping to honor Cailin Hannebohn with a sub-5 effort. This year my goal is to have a solid performance at the Half and be able to place my finisher's medal on Cailin’s grave with pride. This is a triathlon goal that is more important than any ranking I might receive..” Locally, there is a triath­ lon held at Gun Lake, the Great Lakes Championships, which will be held on July 27 this summer. “You don’t have to go far for a great race,” claims Wilkinson. “Adriano Rosa, another area triathlete,, organizes the event that starts and finishes at Gun Lake. If you think you want to give triathlon a try, this is a close on to con­ sider,” Wilkinson encour­ ages. This event is a half mile swim, 18 mile bike race and a 4 mile run. Inclement weather made it necessary to reschedule the January meeting for the Community United for Wellness with Aquatics group for 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28. The new date and time for the discussion is 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Caledonia Middle School cafeteria. CUWA is the official name for a group of citizens who have been working this past year toward the possi­ bility of bringing a YMCA facility to the Caledonia area. The group is holding the community meeting to get input from people as to the process and eventual goals for the proposed facility. Though no firm decisions have been made, the even­ tual facility could involve such programs as a pool, teen center, senior center, li­ brary. weight room, health & fitness center and reha­ bilitation facility. For further information or comments about the pro­ posed facility or the upcom­ ing meeting, call Ellen Wilder at 698-8860 or Jim Perkins at 891-6926. E-mail is also available for both, (hi'.wUdiWiunsn Aem or jimpg rkins22qf aul drum fastings €itp JSanfe PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service We arc currently looking for a Part-Time Teller to join our team We currently have an opening in our Middleville office. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Rank 150 W. Court St., Hastings Ml 49058 EOE/M-F American Manufactured Living, Inc. at TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Feb. 27 Breakfast for lunch. Pancakes with sausage patty or corn dog on a stick, pota­ to rounds, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 28 Bosco breadsticks or breaded chicken on a bun, California blend, pineapple, milk. Friday, March 1 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, com, pears, milk. Monday, March 4 Footlong dog on bun or breaded chicken on bun. car­ rots, peaches, milk. Tuesday, March 5 Chicken pot pie or ham and cheese on a bun. sea­ soned green beans, apple­ sauce. milk. Callfor Sun & News Jlcrioff-Ads COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE 76TH & KRAFT 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Available For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville, MVFebruary 26. 2002 Trojan squad earns shot at state wrestling title Regional champs: The Trojans are on to the state meet. (Photo by Kevin McGee) Caledonia’s Jake Klapmust. Four Scot wrestlers qualify for state individual tourney Caledonia varsity wres­ tlers Brandon Cance, Matt Kilmartin, Jake Klapmust and Ryan Dykhouse all placed at the individual re­ gional meet on Saturday at Greenville, qualifying them for the state tournament Mar. 7-9 at The Palace in Auburn Hills. Cance earned a pin in his first match at 103 pounds, but got caught in his second match by the eventual re­ gional champ from Luding­ ton. Cance maintained his focus and channeled it into two more wins, both by pin, to finish third in the weight class. Matt Kilmartin won 1411. lost to regional champ Josh Bowerman of Mid­ dleville 8-2, then won his fi­ Caledonia’s Brandon Cance. nal two matches 14-7 and 12-4 to place third at 112 pounds. At 160 pounds. Ryan Dykhouse placed fourth. He lost his first match to the re­ gional champ from Cedar Springs, then won his sec- ESTATE AUCTION GENEVIEVE H. HAFNER ESTATE SATURDAY., MARCH 2 • 10 AM 328 S. Jefferson St., Hastings From downtown Hastings. M-37 /Green Street) to Jefferson. The hall is on the comer of Jefferson and Green St. Watch for signs. AUTOMOBILE: 1997 Toyota Avalon. 4 dr. Sedan w/12,000 miles ANTIQUES. COLLECTIBLES. APPLIANCES. COMPUTER. PRINTER, FURNITURE, GLASSWARE. M1SC. APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING 517 IV. Grand St.. Hastings. Ml 49058 Jim A Jennifer Lumbert. Auctioneers Father A Daughter Auctioneers 616*945-5983 or 616-945-0020 3 ond on a disqualification. In his third match. Dykhouse took a dramatic 2-1 decision over Hastings' Rob Baker to reach the consolation finals, where he lost to Lowell. Jake Klapmust won his first match at 215 pounds 12-5. After a loss to a wres­ tler from Ludington, he won 3-1 and 7-2, placing third. Tyler Gamelin, Caledo­ nia’s fifth regional qualifier, wrestled well at 140 pounds but finished outside the top four slots. “All five showed class, power and pride for the Fighting Scots,” Caledonia coach Jim Maxim said. “I am very, very pleased with the performances and very proud of my kids. Our assis­ tant coaches did another great job.” They’re baaack. After a three-year hiatus from the state team tourna­ ment, the Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg varsity wrestling team is heading to Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek this weekend for a crack at the state champion­ ship. TK beat Plainwell 50-13 and Stevensville Lakeshore 36-19 to win the team re­ gional at Portage Northern last Wednesday night and advance to a Division 2 state quarterfinal matchup against Sparta Friday night at 7:45. “This is a good group of kids and they work hard.” TK coach Tom Lehman said of his team. “They set a goal to make the state tourna­ ment, and they made it. “Now the goal has changed.” Namely, the Trojans want to reach the state final and give themselves a shot at their second state champion­ ship. TK won it all in 1996. The overwhelming favor­ ite in Division 2 is Lowell, but the mighty Red Arrows are on the other side of the TK’s Josh Bowerman works over his opponent from Lakeshore. (Photo by Kevin McGee) bracket; whichever team emerges from TK’s side will not have to face Lowell until the final. If the Trojans weather Sparta on Friday night, they’ll meet either Mason or Auburn Hills Avondale in the semifinals on Saturday at noon. The state final is at 5 p.m. The Trojans have really gelled as a team and seem to draw strength from each other in dual meet competi- tion. "We wrestle better in du­ als,” Lehman said. "When the whole team is there and cheering each other on. we seem to get a little extra spark and win some close matches that we might not when wc wrestle alone.’’ At the team regional, TK wrestled well from the out­ set and coasted to the 50-13 Continued next page PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newt paper it subject tn the Pair Homing Act and the Michigan Civil Kight* Ad which collectively make if illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race. color, reli gion. sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status. or an internum, to make any such prefer ence, limitation or discrimination " f-amilial status includes children uruler the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in vuilatum of the law Our readers are hereby informed that ali dwellings advertised u this newspaper are available rm an equal opportunity basis To report discriminatem call the Fair Housing Center at 616 451 2980 The HUO loll free telephone number for the hearing unpaired is I 800-927 TK’s Matt Erb (top). 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MkFebruary 26, 2002/Paqe 17 Get Ready for Spring! 60,000 MILE WARRANTY Cooper COOPER LIFELINER CLASSIC II TK’s Mike McKeown (right) puts the squeeze on Stevensville. (Photo by Kevin McGee) From previous page first-round win against Plainwell. TK opened — and for all purposes, ended — the match with eight straight wins. Freshman Kurt Huntington kicked things off with a win at 103 pounds, continuing to wrestle well after a long recovery from knee surgery. Josh Bower­ man won 15-0 at 112, fol­ lowed by Mike McKeown (7-0 at 119), Ryan Fletke (81 at 125), Pat McKeown (17-8 at 130), Kyle Fletke (pin at 135), Dayne Fletke (15-6 at 140) and Shawn Reil (14-4 at 145). Reil’s dominating win was a meas­ ure of revenge, coming over an opponent who pinned him in individual district competition. Mark Price (pin at 160), Adam Loveless (pin at 215) and Tom Steensma (13-7 at heavyweight) closed out the scoring for TK. Stevensville wrestled well in the final, forcing five 1point matches, but TK was up to the task and brought home the regional title 3619. TK winners were Bower­ man (pin), Mike McKeown (16-0), Ryan Fletke (2-1), Pat McKeown (17-3), Kyle Fletke (3-1), Reil (3-2), Price (4-3). Matt Erb at 189 (pin) and Randy Benedict at heavyweight (13-7). Trojans send 3 to Palace Three TK wrestlers moved on to the individual state tournament by placing at the regional held in Greenville on Saturday. Josh Bowerman won the 112-pound class. Matt Erb placed second at 189 and Mike McKeown took third at 119. The individual state championships are Mar. 7-9 at The Palace in Auburn Hills. P185/70R14 P195/70R14 P205/70R14 P215/70R14 P205/60R15 . . . . . . *54” . *56” . *57” . *58” . *57” P215/70R15 P205/55R16 P215/60R16 P225/60R16 . . . . . *58” *79” *69" *74” 1,000 MILE WARRANTY . COOPER Cooper P TRENDSETTER SE ^tires^4 *39” *41” *44” P175/70R13 P185/70R13 P185/70R14 P195/70R14 P205/20R14 P205/70R15 *49” Best-ever TK team 2nd *50” in O-K Blue tournament SHOCK/STRUT SERVICE The Thornapplc-Kellogg varsity volleyball team bat­ tled through an early loss to reach the finals of the O-K Blue Conference Tourna­ ment in Middleville on Sat­ urday, finishing second to Hamilton. In the process, the Trojans broke the school record of 32 season wins. TK im­ proved to 33-17-5 heading into Saturday’s district tour­ nament at Otsego. The Tro­ jans open against Plainwell at 10 a.m. Hamilton went 7-0 in the regular season and wrapped up an outright championship with the tournament title. TK finished third in the regular season but turned the tables on Byron Center at the tourney. Coopersville placed fourth, followed by Calvin Christian. Belding. Rogers and Godwin. TK opened the day with a 15-1, 11-15. 15-7 win over Rogers. Byron Center beat the Trojans in the regular season and beat them again in a terrific second-round match. 16-14. 9-15 and 1513. That result relegated TK to the losers’ bracket, where the Trojans bounced back with a 15-2. 6-15. 15-8 win over Belding. They took a 15-5, 15-11 win over Coopersville to set up yet another rematch with Byron Center. TK lost the first game 155, but the Trojans responded like champions and returned the favor by an identical 155 score. TK completed the comeback with a 15-13 win in the third game, advancing to the finals against Hamil­ ton. The Hawkeyes con­ firmed their perch atop the Blue with a 15-3. 15-5 win over TK. TK 2. Rogers 0 The Trojans never trailed We install quality shocks and struts with unique road sensing system! Gas Charged Shocks Gas Charged Struts *Plus Installation. For more cars and light trucks. 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The game was more competitive than the score would indicate, with many sideouts and extended volleys. Two straight aces from Ashley Carter made it 8-2, and two slicing aces down the right line from Ra­ chel Clinton made it 10-2. After trading serves several times, two Robinson kills boosted the lead to 13-2. Rogers managed only one more point, and Cary Mid­ dlebush closed out the 15-3 win with an ace of her own. On the night. Clinton had 11 assists and two aces. Melisa Potts had nine assists and an ace. Dutcher had eight kills and three kill blocks. Carter added seven kills and three aces, and Robinson and VanderMeer had six kills each. I 1 AutoCafe i Center WHEEL ALIGNMENT 500 Arlington Street (M-37) • Middleville 795-3550 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Fetxuary 26. 2002 Slow start dooms Trojans Entering the last week of the O-K Blue boys’ basket­ ball season, the only race is for second place. Calvin Christian contin­ ued to roll through the rest of the conference with a 7852 win on Friday over visit­ ing Middleville ThornappleKellogg. “We needed to get off to a good start, especially by hit­ ting some 3’s to spread (Cal­ vin) out and negate their size,” TK coach Kurt Holzhueter said. “Instead we went down 8-0 and 26-6. “I thought we started to play well about midway through the second quarter and started doing some of the things we hoped to do, but the poor start was too much to overcome against a gcxxl team." Middleville closed to within 12 in that second quarter, but the Squires pushed the lead to 35-19 at the half. TK made another run late in the third quarter and was down by 11 with the ball, but two straight turnovers led to two Calvin layups and took all the wind out of the Trojans’ sails. Calvin outrebounded TK 31-19. Senior guard Chris Fink­ beiner had a great game with 21 second-half points and 27 total. He pulled down five Caledonia eagers drop two Chris Finkbeiner (20) scored 27 points, but Calvin Christian had every answer on Friday night. (File photo by Perry Hardin) rebounds. Senior Brian Yeazel added 11 points and five rebounds. Calvin sharpshooter Kevin Scholten hit six 3pointers and scored 20 points to lead the Squires. The Squires are 12-1 in the Blue and have already locked up first place. TK dropped to 7-5 with two games remaining, Wednes­ day’s makeup at home against Byron Center (0-12) and Friday at Rogers (9-4). TK, Rogers, Coopersville (8-5) and Hamilton (8-5) are left to duke it out for second. TK hosts the district play­ offs Mar. 4-9. Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball team is on a three-game skid after road losses last week to South Christian and Unity Chris­ tian. The Scots (10-8. 8-6 in the O-K Gold) return home tonight, but it doesn’t get any easier as powerful Wyo­ ming Park (16-2, 13-1) brings its state ranking to town. The Vikings will be looking to clinch an outright O-K Gold championship. Caledonia wraps up the regular season at home on Friday against winless Kenowa Hills. The Scots open the dis­ trict playoffs next Monday. Mar. 4, at Kelloggsvilk. Unity jumped all over the Scots early on Friday night, leading 20-5 after the first quarter on the way to a 6751 win. Caledonia closed to 43-32 at the end of the third, but a 24-point fourth quarter sealed the deal for Unity (11-7, 9-5). Nick Slot scored 13 and Travis Slot scored 11 for Caledonia. Mike Ogle had 9 points and four rebounds. On Tuesday against South, the story was similar. The Sailors (16-3, 12-3) led throughout the game, in­ cluding 39-26 at the half and 53-38 headed into the fourth Caledonia's Nick Slot (21). Nick Slot and Greg Jousma each hit two 3pointers and finished with 11 and 10 points respec­ tively. quarter. The Scots rallied to cut the deficit to 8 points. 54-46, with just under seven minutes to play, but couldn’t get any closer. Caledonia competitive at Gold tourney The Caledonia varsity volleyball team started off strong in Saturday’s O-K Gold Conference Tourna­ ment, beating Hastings and taking conference champ South Christian to three games before ending the day with losses to Unity Chris­ tian and host Kenowa Hills. Caledonia beat Hastings 8-15, 15-8 and 15-6, then put a scare into heavily-fa­ vored South before losing 15-8, 13-15 and 15-6. The Lady Scots lost to Unity 152, 15-3 and to Kenowa Hills 15-10, 10-15 and 15-6. Caledonia is on to postseason play Saturday at a district tournament in Charlotte. Caledonia plays Portland at 11:15 a.m. Other teams in the district include Charlotte, Hastings and Lakewood. Frosh Report The freshman volleyball team wrapped up its season with a record of 22-13-3. In their last two games, the Scots beat Northview 15-9 and 15-12 before los­ ing a heartbreaker to God­ win 15-10, 10-15 and 14-16. At the conference tourna­ ment on Feb. 16, the Scots beat Wyoming Park (15-7, 15-9), split with Unity Christian (16-14, 3-15), lost to South Christian (15-13, 15-10) and beat Hastings (16-14, 15-4). They finished third in pool play and did not advance to the semifi­ nals. In a match on Feb. 14, Hastings beat the Scots 1512, 10-15 and 15-13. Caledonia JV icers lose heartbreaker In a back-and-forth strug­ gle that kept everyone on the edge of their seats, the Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team lost in the final mo­ ments to Wayland 6-5 on Feb. 16. At the end of the first pe­ riod, the game was tied 3 3. Scoring for Lowell/Caledonia were Ted McCoy (as­ sist Brandon John), Corey Kelly (assist Ted McCoy), Ted McCoy and Corey Kelly (2). The final goals for Lowell/Caledonia were from Ted McCoy (assist Brandon John) and Corey Kelly (as­ sist Kyle Austin). 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Some very good wrestlers return to the 2002 squad, but the team will have to rely on some seventh graders in the starting lineup, and they will need to step up if the team hopes to compete with some of the other league schools. The coaching staff is exited about the potential of this year's team, but is also aware that the team will ex­ perience some knocks along the way. TKMS started the dual meet season in exciting fashion on Feb. 7, traveling to Gull Lake and earning two wins, 99-6 over Gull Lake and 65-27 over Battle Creek Hillside. The Trojans hosted a meet with Godwin, Coopersville, Hamilton and Delton on Feb. 14. In a busy night of wrestling the TK squad was able to outwrestle Delton 66-6, Godwin 30-16 and Coopersville 42-9. On Tuesday, Feb. 19, TKMS hosted a very experi­ enced and talented Byron Center team, and the young Trojans showed their inex­ perience in a 44-30 loss. The TK squad lost a cou­ ple of close matches in the upper weights that could have gone either way. 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Michigan 49333 No. 10/March 5, 2002 ,131th year Village president to face 2 challengers in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village election will pit two chal­ lengers. Bill Nesbitt and Bob Klingc, against incum­ bent President Lon Myers. Four are vying for three open council seats. Lon Myers has served residents of the area for a long time. He was a council trustee for seven years and then president for two. He took a two-year hiatus and has been village president for the past four years. He said he believes the major local issue is dealing with growth. “The village has to start now to plan for infrastruc­ ture expansion. Developers and residents should pay their fair share." He said he is pleased with the cooperation the village is having with the schools and hopes it expands and contin­ ues. He added that he hopes to have more cooperation with the Barry County gov­ ernment, saying, “We can do a much better job if we work together. “I am quite excited about the new park, paving of the trail and development. I am also looking forward to the image of downtown improv­ ing." Nesbitt has served on the Village Council, the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ reation Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Formerly the operator of Nesbitt’s Market, he is now employed by the Barry County Sheriffs Depart­ ment in the civil process di­ vision. Nesbitt said he is proud of an ordinance he worked on when he was on council, which helped residents not be penalized for faulty or malfunctioning water me­ ters. Working on parks and helping the trail become es­ tablished is also part of what he enjoys about public serv­ ice. Nesbitt said he hopes the village can balance growth and development wisely. He sees the completion of the South Bcltline (M-6) open­ ing “the floodgates of devel­ opment." He would like to see developers attracted to the area without overburden­ ing them with sewer and wa­ ter hookup fees that are too Robert Klinge William E. Kenyon Lon V. Myers high and may discourage in­ vestment in the village. He said he would like to market Middleville, attract businesses and stabilize eco­ nomic growth. "I would like to see the growth reflected in the industrial park Ren­ aissance Zone. I appreciate how the joint planner goes a long way to manage growth." He would like to see the level of cooperation demon­ strated in the village serve as an example to other govemSee Middleville election, pg. 3 Michael Lytle David Newman Charles T. Pullen Caledonia Village Council candidates air their views by Ruth Zachary ’ Staff Writer The Trojans pose with the runner-up trophy. TK defies doubters to finish second in state wrestling by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Three weeks ago. after the U th-straight O-K Blue title for the Middleville Thomappie-Kellogg wrestling team, state pollsters ranked the Trojans behind the team from Allegan in Division 2. TK promptly beat the Tigers 33-27 for a district title. The next week, pollsters inserted Stevensville Lake­ shore ahead of TK. The Tro­ jans bounced the Lancers 36-19 for a regional title. After a 43-29 state quar­ terfinal win over Sparta on Friday night. Middleville met Mason in the semis on Saturday, and the higherranked Bulldogs met the same fate. 40-17, setting up a championship clash with top-ranked Lowell. That’s where the pollsters got it right. Lowell confirmed its des­ tiny — and its ranking — as the best team in Division 2 * ith a 58-12 win over TK in the slate finals Saturday night at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, winning its first-ever state title after fin­ ishing second the last three years. The Red Arrows, dominant in both team and individual competitions this postseason, would not be de­ nied on Saturday. “Lowell just beat us up," TK coach Tom Lehman said. “The) got on a roll and there wasn’t much we could do.” TK (35-6 this season) look a 6-0 lead in the final on wins by Shawn Reil and Andrew Reeder. Red bolted oui to a 9-0 lead al 145 pounds and finished with an 11-7 decision, and Reeder See wrestling, pg. 21 Four Caledonia Village Council members will run unopposed in the election to be held March II; incum­ bent President Daryl Penfold for a two-year term and in­ cumbents trustees Arlene Oaks, Chuck Audy and new candidate James Bierlein each for four-year terms. Because these officials are so far unopposed, the candidates answers to three questions will be grouped together. 1. What was the most im­ portant achievement by the Village Council during your last elected period? Audy said, "With out a doubt, replacing some sig­ nificant portions of the vil­ lage sewer system and preparation for future re­ placements." Penfold: "1 think the big thing was getting the village sewer replacement under way." Oaks agreed. “! think working on connecting our roads and getting the sewer trunkline in were the most important." Bierlein said the Village Council generally has done a good job meeting all its basic ongoing responsibili­ ties, and has kept up with the times. 2. What important prob­ lem^) would you most like to resolve during the next year? Penfold: "The next thing will be to settle the 92nd Street issue." For the past four years, the Village Council has been working with two develop­ ers on connecting commer­ cial drives and streets on the west side of M-37 so resi­ dents and commuters can shop without having to enter heavy traffic, which has been costly and time con­ suming. Of short term goals Audy said, "We need a resolution of roadway issues, around the village and the village center area." Oaks said the next goal should be to work toward getting the sewers replaced in the village, and Io gel Main Street improved, which would be involved when replacing the sewers. Bierlein said growth and expansion in the Caledonia community requires coping with growth while "blending with what we have." He said See CMona elections, pg. 14 In This Issue Freeport election March 11 will still have open seat Former Holy Family priest was “anything but ordinary” Caledonia Twp. supports 100th Street traffic signal TK eagers 4th in Blue �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville MiMarch 5. 2902 »a Caledonia Community Players to offer ‘Aladdin’ Middleville election, from page 1 ment entities. him. “I support the services Controlling growth and which the Commission on keeping the small town at­ Aging provides for the eld­ mosphere are essential. He The cast includes: Trevor erly in the Barry County would like to see the DD.X by Cathy L. Rueter Lee as Aladdin. Laura Sines area. I do think that a new improve the appearance of Staff Writer facility in Hastings ignores the central business district. The Caledonia Commu­ as Adora. Rebecca Brinkley the needs of the older resi­ Lytle would like to see nity Players are set this Sat­ as Aladdin's mother. Jack Botsford as the Magician. dents in this part of the more cooperation from urday to take children of all Andrew Rushmore as the county. 1 think there are bet­ counts officials. ages on a magic carpet ride Grand Sultan. Laura Shank ter ways the COA could He has served on the into the world of “Aladdin.” as Bular. Keagan Rushmore serve this community .” Planning Commission and The play is directed by as Suleyman, with the genie Klinge has operated was president of CAW Lo­ Steve VanderArk and writ­ being played by Pam Shank. Bob’s Engine Hospital for cal 1002 at Bradford White ten by Dan Neidermyer. Brenda VanderArk. Amy the past 17 years. for 12 years. His three sons Aladdin is a noble street Hooyer and Genelle SchedHe said the most impor­ have all graduated from urchin who discovers a baur are the guards and tant issue facing the village Thornapple Kellogg High magic lamp, which of course Melissa Smith. Devin More­ is improved communication School. comes complete with a house and Emily Jacobson Newman is also running between those who run magic genie. for his second term. One of (government officials and The age-old tale will be are the townsfolk and ser­ vants. employees) and those who his major accomplishments performed by the Caledonia Tickets for the one-time own (the residents) the vil­ is getting the parks and rec Community Players at 7 performance are S3.5O each, commission operating lage. p.m. Saturday. March 9. in Of the many issues facing Growth is both a potential the Caledonia Performing available at the door or by the village, the number of problem and improvement Arts Center (High School). calling 891-8117 for reser­ vations. new residents moving into as the area expands “by 9757 Duncan Lake Ave. Aladdin (Trevor Lee) leaps and bounds.” the area (more than 500 vot­ He said he would like to and the magic genie ers in the last two sears) is (Pam Shank) are a cen­ eliminate red tape and at­ the most important, he said. tract more businesses to tral part of the play. Keeping the infrastructure Middleville. maintained will be neces­ He would like to sec dates The cast of “Aladdin" sary. includes (back row,from of meetings, including the Newman said he most Thornapple Area Parks and left) Genelle Schedbaur. wants to be available to resi Recreation Commission and Andrew Rushmore, Amy dents and help them with finance committee, posted Hooyer, Pan Shank. their needs. so residents can attend. Laura Shank. Brenda He would like to see alli­ “I want residents to know VanderArk, Emily Jacob­ ances established with that I am listening. They can son, (sitting) Trevor Lee neighboring government en­ stop by and see me at 307 and Kegan Rushmore. tities. Arlington from 8 a m. to 5 "I am concerned that we p.m. Monday through Friday will not be able to keep the and some Saturdays." he recycling center at Mid­ said. dleville Marketplace. This is Incumbents William Ken­ one issue I hope to work on yon, Michael Lytle. David in the future.” he said. Newman hope to be re­ Challenger Pullen serves elected while challenger on the Planning Commission Charles Pullen hopes to re­ and the ZBA. He cites work ing on the new master plan place one of them. The Michigan Education Kenyon is well known for as his most important ac Trust (MET) and the Michi­ his support of the annual Li­ complishment. gan Education Savings Pro­ ons Christmas parade Like the others, he is con­ gram (MESP) intoduction (sometimes with a close re­ cerned that growth is going planned for Tuesday, Feb. lationship with Santa.) He so fast, that "we hardly have 26 was called off due to in­ works to continually expand time to pay attention to how Thursday at noon.) 9964 Ave.. Holy Family Church, clement weather in the Caledonia - l(M)th and Mwe want it to grow." he said this annual event. AA open meetings. Lansing area. Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ 37. AA meets Tuesdays 6.30 If elected he would like to He is also active in work­ Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. The Thornapple Kellogg nia. Contact Jerry R. at 437am.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. ing on the snowmobile trail do things for kids in Mid­ (TFN) PTO which is sponsoring 9452 and Saturdays 10 a m. Open going through the village. dleville. the program will reschedule Monday, Wednesday. Discussion Meeting. (AlHe noted that cooperation He hopes snowmobilers be­ it for a later date. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Anon meets Tuesday and have courteously, as they between Thornapple Town­ With a MET contract, spend their time and money ship and the Village of Mid­ purchasers prepay tuition for dleville is an ongoing proc­ in the area. children to attend college in He also keeps an eye on ess. the future. With a MESP, activities within the village "I enjoy living here and account owners can save the and checks on problems hope to serve the residents entire cost of higher educa ­ With Winning Points you residents have had. of the area in any way I tion. can eat what everyone else Lytle is completing his can,” he said. Both programs provide first term as council mem­ is eating So you can stay lax incentives, flexibility ber. Getting the Downtown satisfied, stick with the and portability. Development Authority un­ plan and reach your goals Brochures about these der way and Stage Coach programs were sent home Park begun is important to Join now and get ‘Today s with students. More inforSpecial." our new guide to mation or brochures is avail­ satisfying meal and snack able by calling the MET of­ ideas I fice at 1-800-MET-4-KID (638-4543.) This MET/MESP presen­ sarah duchess of yort at goa> since 1997 tation is for parents, grand­ parents. guardians, teachers and even members of civic organizations. Education savings plans explanations postponed AA, Al-Anon meeting scheduled locally LOSE WEIGHT WITHOUT CUTTING BACK ON LIFE. Call 945-9554 for ACTION ads. free! (Dinning Points Join Fort/I QI 4 weeks4* M-O: CALEDONIA Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson MIDDLEVILLE Middle Villa Inn 4611 N M-37 Hwy Thursday —6 30 p m Wednesday— h 30 pm -800-651-6000 Ask about The At Work Program*’ realfood.reallife.real results. Offer expinrt 3/23/02 Vahd only in area &44 *2002 Vwe; owner Of VW WEIGHT WATCHERS 4 Caledonia Sportsman Club Call for Classifieds W5-95M or I-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week For Sun & News ACTION-Ads! Breakfast Sunday, March 10th 9:00-11:00 a.m. Adults $4.50; Children $2.50 Coldwater Creek Road, just south of 100th Street (616) 891-1168 ^5 FOR INFORMATION �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 5. 2002 Page 3 Freeport election March 11 will still have open seat by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The village election in Freeport Monday. March 11, will have races for president and treasurer, but there still will be an open seat for trus­ tee. Competing for the presi­ dent are incumbent Harold R Andrus and Timothy D. Fish. Yvonne M. Aspinall is running unopposed for clerk. Running for treasurer are Suzanne Williams. James Yarger and incumbent Doro­ thy Kelley. Running for the three open trustee positions are Robert Wayne Ruthruff and LuAnn (better known as I ani) Forbes. The Sun and News tried to interview all candidates, but some were not available. Candidates were asked about their background, greatest accomplishments, most significant issues fac­ ing Freeport, what comes af­ ter improving the waler sys­ tem and any other comments the candidates would like to make. HASTINGS 4 _____ »4.SO Mid* IHI *how*________ • 4.T* OAHV *>4Un—* til A SfWon »S 00 Studant* 4 l*t* Show* Frl A Sat Stadium Seating Give* YOU SHOWTIMES 3 04 - 3/07 O WE WERE SOLDIERS (R) 1 30. 4 15. 6 55. 9 40 q QUEEN OF THE DAMNED (R) 12 45. 3 00. 5 05. 7:10. 9 20 CROSSROADS (PG-13) •tatTautuaieai uatma 1 00. 3 00. 5 00. 7 00. 9 00 A BEAUTIFUL MIND (PG-13) 9 10 RETURN TO NEVERLAND (G) 12 35. 2 20. 4 30. 7 20 I 20o/ DRINK | Mth $t SO (1'2 pncal (Mtnaw Incumbent Andrus did not respond to repeated attempts to reach him. Fish told the Sun and that he has been a News Freeport resident since 1998 He senes as chairman of the Planning Commis­ sion. The major threat to Free­ port. he said, is the econ­ omy. There are problems with both a stagnant econ­ omy and reduced revenues at the local and state level. Fish also sees a booming economy as causing prob­ lems for the village because it can bring “out of control" growth. Fish said he believes the renovation of the water sys­ tem is progressing well. Sewer is the next area the village will have to tackle. In closing. Fish said. “Freeport is a great place to live." Clerk Virginia Aspinall moved to the area on April I of 2001. She was happy that she was able to fill the vacancy for village clerk when some­ one was needed because the previous clerk chose to re­ sign. “Too few residents" are the cause of most of Free­ port’s problem, Aspinall said. TK Assistant Supt. to retire after 29 years After a 29-year career with the Thornapple Kellogg School District, Sharon Ka­ lee will retire at the end of the current school year. She has spent the last two years as assistant superintendent with a focus on curriculum. Kalee taught for 17 years at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School and Page Elementary, teaching Eng­ lish. social studies, science and even an art exploratory course. She then served as princi­ pal at Lee (formerly West) Elementary School for 10 years before being selected as assistant superintendent. Members of the Thomapple Kellogg School Board accepted this resignation Color nair We I la makes more makes more of of She would like to im­ prove communication about the village to residents. “I can’t wait until the new system is installed." Aspi­ nall said. Next, shel sees a need for new sidewalks and curbing. Williams was the only candidate for treasurer to re­ spond to the Sun and News. She said. "I care about Freeport and can bring my background as a junior certi­ fied public accountant and business owner " She believes that her ex­ perience with businesses, helping them move from red ink into the black, will help her serve Freeport Water is the most serious issue facing the district. She would like to help come up with a plan that would help the village finish the renova­ tion. She would like to see the village provide more oppor­ tunities and activities for young people. Kelley is the incumbent and Yarger is chief of the Freeport Fire Department. Forbes, a community ac­ tivist. has served on the Freeport Village Council for more than six years. She would like to see greater involvement in vil­ lage affairs from residents. color (l CcntMnix'taUf Jutt-Stlvict Sttlrn fai the entile family Caledonia Village Centre • 891*1093 Renovating the water system is a great step forward for the village, she said Forbes would like to see the village infrastructure maintained. The develop­ ment of local businesses would help improve Free­ port. Also running for one of the three trustee positions. Ruthruff who serves on the Freeport Planning Commis- sion and fire department. He thinks the completion of the master plan for the village is a major accom­ plishment which must be fully implemented. Water and sewer are the most senous issues facing in the village. He would like to see the junk around tow n re­ moved and then installing new playground equipment should be added to the agenda. ♦ TK PTO will meet March 12 Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization will hold a meeting Tuesday, March 12. at 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Page Elementary. PTO meetings are open to parents of students in grades K-8. A review of upcoming events and activities is part of each meeting. Officers are needed for the 2002-2003 school year. If interested, please attend the March 12 meeting. MILLER MEANS... Middleville Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (616) 795-3305 REAL ESTATE t.un l ake Office 12800 W. M 179 Highway (616) 792-2202 Kay Stolsonburg SUaMMen Sarah Vlrich Al Kulikauvkav Carole Sehin ink 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg CRl.. 795-4470 623-42*7 627-4737 672-7405 V«IU Mike Humphreys, crs.gri BROKER A OWNER Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly web Site At Sharon Kalee with regret. Nancy Goodin praised Kalee for her con­ cern about students in the district. Board President Dave Smith said. “I will miss our conversations." Kim Selleck asked if she wouldn’t reconsider. Kalee is looking forward to retiring to the Keewenaw Peninsula where she and her husband arc building a re­ tirement home. “We are even using a builder I had as a student who is a TK graduate who now lives up north." she said The Thornapple Kellogg School district is now in the process of hiring a new su­ perintendent to replace Midge Pippel. who also is stepping down effective June 30. The district hopes to have the new person working in the district by July 1Tbe district may wait to do the search for a new as­ sistant superintendent until after the new superintendent is hired. FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. HAM INGS OFFICE 149 U. State St. (616)945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Marcti 5. 2002 Local Lenten season events scheduled The Caledonia United Methodist Church will pre­ sent the series “From Sacri­ fice to Celebration" led by Pastor Benjamin Kohns at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. It will be preceded by supper (at a nominal cost) at 5:45 p.m Each program in the se­ nes will be held on consecu­ tive Wednesdays dunng the lenten season The church is located at Caledonia grad on dean’s list at Taylor Brennecke Hormel. a stu­ dent of Taylor University’s Upland camus. was named to the dean’s list for the 2001 fall term. She is the daughter of Dennis and Melissa Hormel and is a graduate of Caledonia High School. Full-time students are named to the dean’s list when they have earned a 3.6 or better grade point average for the term and when at least one-half of their hours carry credit point values. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Chun h - Serving a firing Lord Sunday Schixil Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m 10 45 am 6 00 p m Family Night 6:30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr lirtan F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong, a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............................ 10:30 a.m Youth Ministry ......................................... 891 0576 Meeting at the Cross Creek Charter Academy Rev. Michael Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Dader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616-891-0287 Visit ou' wet? srte www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world ~ Sunday Worship 9 30 am and 6 00 pm (Child & Adull) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott (irteuway. Pastor Keith Stulp Youth Director Al licmeyer. Community Calling CYwadh Office; (616) 891 -1512 M-37 al 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . .5:00 p.m. Sunda) Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. A 250 Vine Street in Caledo­ nia. Call 891 -8669 for more information. In Middleville the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will have the Shepherds Story Hour for preschoolers and their parents on Tues­ days through through March 19. The story hour features a walk through Holy Week The program starts at 10 a m. and includes songs, crafts and snacks. Good" Shepherd is located at 908 Main St. For more informa­ tion. call 795-2391. In Hastings the Lenten noon in the Leason Sharpe Hall at noon and is Luncheons continue Thursdays at the First Presbyterian Church. Lunch is served TK after-graduation party tickets on sale Tickets for the after graduation party will go on sale Monday. March 18. during lunch hours at the Thornapple Kellogg High School. The cost of tickets is $25 each. Senior Parent representa­ tive Jamie Bowman says. “We encourage seniors to purchase their tickets on March 18 or on April 10 or 24 when we will be at the high school during lunch hours.” As an incentive, students who purchase their tickets at lunch will get a cookie as a reward. Parents who would like to donate cookies for the sale dates of March 18. April 10 and April 24 should call Penny VanDommelen at 795-0079. Parents can pur­ chase tickets for their stu­ dent by calling her as well. Communitv o| C^t*i$f Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WNtneyvile Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m Praise Singing Morning Worship RT Wed Fellowship 1050 a m 11 00 a m 7 30 p m. Pastor Uosd DeVormer. Sr Church Ph 868 6810 • Pastor j Ph 897-7407 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mcwart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE < hiklrcn s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worvhip Sen ae Sunday Evening Sen ice Wednc-day Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9 45 a m. 1100 a m . 6.00 p.m 6:45 p.m . 6:45 p m. Located in Ixighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday .Morning Worship 8 30am A It a m Sunday School for All Ages 9:45 a m Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service . .6:30 p.m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade* Wednesday 6 30 p m Prayer Meeting ■ Wednesday 6:30 p.m Youth Fellowship Sunday 6 00 p m LAY TOYSsFSD Frtit \O«MAX KXOMl KwxuU Fa-** s<)l 8O2H • e mail leighton#ix‘n net MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m 11.15 a.m. 6 00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 tEljc fBletljobist (fljiirdj Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................ 9:30 a m Sunday School.............................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a m. Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rev P Adams Pfame89l-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH I 2200 WeM M I “V H>f»s (Ourt Sounds Road. Ml 49MS • 795-7W3 Gsj^ne Ce/eAva/e... /'p'r yi H U RC H M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or wwwj>ea£KjUtf£h.£(: (fom Comnuntdy Campui foe I Redeemer JL Covenant Church Meeting you, your friends, and your fatndy - right where you "nr at - through. A Member of the Evongeicol Covenont Churchec o* Amerce Rdevart Meu^es Dyaarm.. Mu«c Quabry Chdd Cane aad Programs Pastor Paul M. Hillman Wonk? Hom 900 am ad IO30a.m 6951 Hanna Lake. Dutton 616-698-6001 (^feuntA CALEDONIA. UNITED METHODIST and Setmce WVxship, 11 00 A.M Chr Ed. 600 PM We art changed by God ’t love! n AtocU/uaA 25© V inc Street M 37 to Ejnmons io V inc March 10th: Esplaui Yourself Worship Service 8 30 a m and 11 00 a tn Or Chunh a 1100 oaaiy ♦ Sundas ScKmM 9 45 a m <Nursed and Ch.kl Care avadabk thnwgKwa fee monuag Ro Nornun Kohns Lakeside Cor-Cnurcr A Place for Faaaky A Frirads CHRISTIAN REFORMED 2415 McCann Rd. In Irsmg) Sunday Service Time $ 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commumor. 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 8:00 P.M. Evenrng Prayer (616i WI-8167 Pastor Rager Buhman • Chart* Office 868-6391 followed by a worship sen ice at 12:30. The church is located at 231 S. Broadway. Mmhm 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - He* David T Huetwick |Tc|xc] + The all-night party will follow the Jufte 2 graduation ceremonies. It is a safe place for graduating seniors to share memories, laugh, cry. be with friends, eat and even w in prizes. The party is put on by the Senior Parents organization, which meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at the UAW Hall at Bradford White. St Pad Lutheran Church (Missouri Sgnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service 800AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 9-30 AM New Life Celebration Service 11.00 AM Sundag Sch<x4 9:30 AM All Services have a Nurverg available Barner Free www iserv net -stpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ______________ Office 891 868S______________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd l noriburst of Gun Lake) Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURL I I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmeiee Mornng Wodhip 9-30 am Mridtevte Momrg Woahp Scnday School (Jr Hgh 4 Aduttj) fknery - Grode 5 St Hgh - Sun EvennQ Jr High • Grades 6-8. Wed Evenrg 1100 a m 9 45 am 1)00am 60>«00pm 6OC-7 3Opm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. Community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria Everyone is welcome! Pastor. Res Josh Hlunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wqylarercc org whitneyvillebible Church 8546 /PYfney/.Se Ave Off 84m St • 891-8661 “ The Church where everybody n somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Straor School 930 am Suncfc. 'Ay'V'nj Wonho 10 30 a m �The Sun and News. MtOdieville. MUMarch 5. 2002/Page 5 Former Holy Family priest was ‘anything but ordinary’ pensing all the parishioners from coming to his funeral (two years hence). “Just continue to be nice to me now.” He was serving Holy Family when he was com­ pelled to retire due to further health problems. Retirement didn’t mean stopping his ef­ forts for others though. Rev. Cusack referred to himself as a “free agent” during his retirement. (He was known for his own “Irish wit.") He helped many area parishes, offering masses and presid­ ing over wedding and funer­ als. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Catholic education lost a steadfast crusader recently when The Rev. Fr. James C. Cusack died at his Grand Rapids home late last month. It was said that Cusack. 72. passed away peacefully in his sleep Wednesday. Feb. 20. apparently the re­ sult of a heart attack. Cusack spent 45 of his years performing ministerial duties in several West Michigan churches, includ­ ing Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia. Born on Oct. 13. 1929. in Hubbardston, Mich. (Ionia County). He was the young­ est of eight children. He is said to have been inspired by his father, who emigrated from Ireland and had "a real old fashioned Irish faith." Rev. Cusack attended Saint Joseph Seminary in Grand Rapids, the Seminary of Philosophy in Montreal and St. John’s Provincial Seminary in Plymouth. Af­ ter seminary, Fr. Cusack was ordained in June 1956. having embraced several priorities for his priesthood. The most important prior­ ity it seems was "preaching and teaching the Word of God as perfectly as possi­ ble." a mission he took seri­ ously if his record of teach­ ing and learning is taken into account. Rev. Cusack specialized in religious edu­ cation. teaching religious teachers in a 29-county re­ gion for 12 years. He also served as coordinator of CCD religious education for Grand Rapids and as foun­ dation president for Grand Rapids Catholic Secondary Schools. Rev. Cusack’s commit­ ment to education and shar­ ing his own knowledge and The Rev. Fr. James C. Cusack, former priest of Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia. passions is evidenced in several areas of his life. He continued his own learning and studies at several loca­ tions. including the Univer­ sity of Notre Dame and Se­ ton Hall University. He also look a sabbatical in Rome. Father Cusack was a longt.me member of the Board of Trustees at Aquinas College. He founded the Father James C. Cusack En­ dowment for Theological and Interfaith Studies at Aquinas. He was presented with the school's distin­ guished service award in 2000. Rev. Cusack served as di­ rector of Diocesan Cemeter­ ies, Diocesan Vicar for Re­ ligious Sisters and chaplain of West Michigan Law En­ forcement. He was a mem­ ber of the Presbyteral Coun­ cil and temporary Director of the Office of Continuing Education of the Clergy. Other interests included serving on the board of di­ rectors and fund-raising for Esperanca. an Arizona­ based organization that pro­ vides free health care in Central and South America. He also loved to travel, hav­ ing sojourned over six conti­ nents. During one of his trips he had the honor of meeting Pope John Paul II. Rev. Cusack's tireless faith and energy were evi­ dent in spite of many per­ sonal health problems over the years. A partial list of his health challenges could leave anyone tired of life three cancer operations, five left hip replacements and open heart surgery, includ­ ing a quadruple bypass op­ eration. In a homily observing his 70th birthday at Our Lady of Consolation in Rockford, he said, “Friends: it is good to be here. 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Ex­ sion of sympathy are asked plaining why he had not to consider the Father James risen higher in the ranks of C. Cusack Endowment Fund the church, he said. "I have for Theological and Internever wanted to be anything Faith Studies at Aquinas. * -. y Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center Moment by moment dependence upon God, deep struggles and God’s boundless grace make this story valuable to everyone. Please come and hear how Mrs. Mankins learned to choose God’s grace over the desires of her own heart. �Page w 6/The Middleville.--------------------Ml/March 5. 2002 rayu .-c Sun and News.------------- ■ ■||l ‘Celebration of Spring' planned atjowens Mills Calvin Capon enjoys baby Chicks Bowens Mills co-owner Owen Sabin feeds baby lamb Photographer Philip Myers takes spring photos 35 years experience Country jown Floral & Gifts 9345 Cherry Valley, Caledonia, MI 493*6 “Our goal is beautifulflowers and even better service" Specializing in Weddings A complete floral service Delivery Service Unique Gifts Major Wire Sen ices Fresh Flowers Funerals, Silks, Planters, Gifts & Balloons, Fruit Baskets Call 891-8646 • Fax 891 0667 Major credit cards accepted - Owners Bill & Fran Lanford ~ Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS Historic Bowens Mills will have its fourth annual “Celebration of Spring” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on consecutive weekends March 9 and 10, 16 and 17 and 23 and 24. Bowens Mills begins its 2002 calendar with the cele bration, which is schedule for the next three Saturdays and Sundays of fun in the mill’s museum, with live baby animals, spring time displays, and Easter photos printed while customers wait. “We all love the Michi­ gan winter with the beautiful blanket of white snow, early in the season and most of us continue to enjoy the cold through the January and February,” said co-owner Carleen Sabin. “Now, as we begin March, we breath a sigh of relief that the long cold winter is coming to a close. We all share in the an­ ticipation for the spring time to roll in, with the promise of warmer and sunnier days ahead. Along with the expe­ rience of the spring time ad­ venture, always comes ex­ citement to do some spring related activities.” There will be petting zoo with young farm animals displayed in the old-fash­ ioned atmosphere of the mill property. Celebration of spring is a time when the whole family can enjoy some "one on one time" with all the furry little barn­ yard friends. Live baby ani­ mals wander around the mill’s museum for the chil­ dren to pct and snuggle. There will be live bunnies, baby chicks and other small animals. The showcases in the mu­ seum will be filled with spring time displays and other surprises for guests to enjoy. The mill s general store will be stocked with spring time supplies and gifts for Easter. Bowens Mills Studios photographer will be on hand to take digital Easter portraits, along with chil­ dren’s and family portraits that can be taken with live baby bunnies, chicks, lambs and spring time props. There is no admission fee to the museum and the mill property for this event. The Belgian Draft horses will be on hand for wagon rides. Tickets for the wagon rides are $2 a person. Historic Bowens Mills is second generation family owned and operated state historic site. The mission is to preserve the history of days gone by for future gen­ erations to learn from and HAIRCUTS s10 enjoy. The location is 2 Miles North of Yankee Springs Slate Park on Briggs Road - near Gun Lake. Along with the special events scheduled this year which include; Celebration of Spring. Spring Plow Day. the first Summertime Civil War re-enactment, Father’s Day Weekend. Cider Time Festivals, and Christmas at the Mill, the historic park will be open through the week with regular business hours for the first time. The hours will be Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 p.m., beginning after Memorial Day through Christmas. For more information, call 795-7530 or visit the website at: www.bowcnsmills.com. Correction: The name of Michael D. Pott of Middleville was spelled incorrectly in a re­ port in last week’s Sun &. News about local students who made the dean's list at Michigan Slate University. Can 945-9554 for ACTJON-ads! Perms 8 haircut. Accepting new patients NfW’ evening flours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan 616-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Hoad • Middleville, Michigan 49333 OPEX BY APPOIXTMEXI OXLY �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI March 5. 2002 Page 7 Emmons Lake 2nd-graders plan to swim ‘Buoy to Buoy’ Terri Morrow's second grade Emmons Lake Elementary class dunng an instruc­ tional swim time at the Thomapple Kellogg High School swimming pool. Morrow is in the front with a student and world record swimmer Jim Dryer is in the back­ ground helping another student. Dryer shows off the signatures of students who have signed his wetsuit, the very same one he has worn while setting several world records. 29 YEARS, 10 MONTHS by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Terri Morrow’s secondgraders at Emmons Lake Elementary took on a huge project at the beginning of the academic year They de­ cided they wanted to swim from “buoy to buoy” in Gun Lake June 4. to raise money for the Big Brothers/Big Sis­ ters Program of Kent County. However, there was just one gigantic obstacle in front of them: Not everyone knew how to swim. Not to worry. Morrow set up a plan of instruction and motivation for the entire school year to help her stu­ dents get ready for the big day. Early in September they started swimming les­ sons. driving to Thornapple Kellogg High School’s swimming pool. “About half the class knew how to swim before they started practicing,” said Morrow. They have also had a visit from Jim Miller, program director for Big Brothers/Sisters. Miller was a Big Brother himself in Muskegon and Grand Rap­ ids for several boys before becoming the director for this area. He spoke with stu­ dents about ways to promote the program and their own fund-raising efforts for it. The students will be seek­ ing pledges for their swims. Many of the youngsters were astounded by the num­ bers of children who need a BB/BS mentor, more than 500 in Kent and Ottawa counties alone. Many faces of disappointment were seen in the class as Miller ex- HIOVI8 OUTPOIT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri., Sat. & Holidays Easter Holiday Gift Ideas i mbvTe outpost) • Gift Baskets [ • Gift Certificates • Game Accessories • Previewed Monies and Gaines I Wishing Everyone a safe and happy Holiday Season! I I I I I L Rent One Movie or Game and | get a second rental FREE with this coupon. I Offer good at Caledonia location [ Free rental erf equal or lessor value One coupon per vtsM please j Exptres 4-15-02 Product Id SunAd ‘ These students are all learning to swim to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sis­ ters during their “Buoy to Buoy’ swim. Adults in the back are (from left) Jim Dryer. Jim Miller (BB/BS director) and Terri Morrow (teacher). plained that “some may be on a waiting list for several years. Some may not ever get a match." Miller seemed impressed with the thoughtful ques­ tions asked of him. such as "What happens if (the men­ tor) goes (to the child’s house) and no one is home" and "Has there ever been someone who doesn’t get along (with their mentor or child)." Miller was patient in answering all of the stu­ dents' questions. The highlight, so far, though seems to have been a visit from another Jim — Dryer, the very same one who has raised money for BB/BS himself and has earned five world records including 1) the first and only direct crossing of Lake Michigan. 2) the fastest crossing of Lake Huron and 3) an endurance record for crossing Lake Erie. Dryer was motivational for the students, not only be­ cause of his swimming re­ cords, but also because he told them about some of his history, including the fact that he was 32 years old be­ fore he ever learned to swim due to a near drowning acci­ dent when he was 3. Dryer, of Byron Center, took the students on a “men­ tal” swim with him by talk­ ing them through some of the things he has had to en­ dure on his swimming quests. He spoke of the hardships of the swims: “There’s no ’Golden Arches,’ no ’Burger King’ in the middle of the lake (when he gets hungry ).” His motivation also showed in the way he spoke to them very seriously about what you need to do if you want something bad enough. “Exercise, eat right, sleep, stay away from alcohol and drugs. Our bodies can be well working machines, but there’s a limit. The human spirit has no limitations. If you want it bad enough, you can do it. especially if you’re doing it for a good cause." Dryer took the motivation one step further by promis­ ing to show up at one of their instructional swims if at all possible. It was a promise he kept earlier this year. Plans seem to be in the works for him to try' to make the June 4 swim as well. But even if Dryer can’t be there, even if they didn’t have their very caring teacher. Morrow, or the ten plus parents willing to swim along with them (which they will), the real heroes of the day will be the students who have worked so hard this school year to learn a new skill and put it to good use. helping those in need. For those interested in pledging for the “Buoy to Buoy Swim" for BB/BS on June 4. call Emmons I ake Ele­ mentary School at 5288I(M) TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, March 6 Cheeseburger on a Bun, or Com Dog on a Stick, Celery w/P.Butter. Cherry Crisp, Milk. Thursday, March 7 Pizza or Fish Sticks, Mixed Veggies, Fresh Apple. Milk. Friday, March 8 No Lunch Today. 1/2 Day. Monday, March 11 Chicken Nuggets w/Mashed Potatoes or Cheesey Burrito. Cahlor iia Blend, Mixed Fruit, Milk Tuesday, March 12 Two Soft Shelled Tacos. w/Lettuce and Cheese or Hamburg on a Bun. French Fries, Fresh Orange Slices. Milk. I FREE I I mith i amond MARKET I I —- 1 SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. 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Wendy Zandstra 891-7172 891-SOLD I Mary Kay McCleve S -D I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 5. 2002 Area student honored at Huntington Jennifer Punt of Middleville was among 60 students honored with the most prestigious academic award at Huntington College Feb. 15 - a Presidential Scholarship of S5,000 on the first annual HC Presidential Scholar Celebration Day. The Presidential Scholarship at Huntington College is the highest honor bestowed on an incoming student and can follow the student through his/her aca­ demic years at the school. Academic criteria for the distinguished award entailed a 3.6 grade point average and a 1250 SAT or 28 ACT. The 2002-03 Presidential Scholar students at HC rep­ resented 10 states and one foreign country Together, they average a 3.93 GPA on a 4.0 scale Twenty-three of the scholars have achieved at least a 30 ACT or 1320 SAT score with the highest actual scores of any scholar con­ sisting of a 32 ACT and 1470 SAT. The Celebration Day allowed the scholars and their families the opportuni­ ty to hear more about what is offered at HC for highachieving students from a number of sources within their chosen acidemic divi­ sions. Current Presidential Scholar students, recent alumni, and parents of cur­ rent scholars offered insights Reading Month begins Jennifer Punt ot Middleville receives her Presidential Scholarship from President G. Blair Dowden of Huntington College. to the high academic pro­ grams and enriching student life that Huntington College offers. During the Presidential Scholar Luncheon, each recipient was introduced and recog­ nized with a certificate pre­ sented by President G. Blair Dowden and Academic Dean Ron Webb. Punt is the daughter of Michael and Judith Punt of Middleville. Her academic PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe interest is in accounting. Huntington College (Ind.) is a comprehensive Christian college of the liberal arts offering graduate and under­ graduate programs in more than 50 academic concentra­ tions. The annual hall read took place at Page Elemen­ tary on March 1. The entire school was reading at the same time. Middleville men held on drug possession charges An ongoing investigation by local authorities has led to two Middleville men be­ ing arrested on cocaine pos­ session charges, though police are reluctant to reveal details of the case. Dale Pasternaak, 48, of Middleville was arrested in the 8000 block of West State Road Feb. 23. He was ar­ raigned in Barry County District Court this week on one count of second offense cocaine possession and is free on $5,000 personal re­ cognizance bond awaiting a March 6 preliminary exami­ nation. Police were called to the same address Feb. 17 on a report of an unresponsive fe­ male, but would not elabo­ rate on the circumstances of the incident. The woman was taken to Pennock Hos­ pital by Ambulance and sur­ vived. Sgt. Tony Stein of the Middleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s Of­ fice confirmed. The second person ar- CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS YOUNG 5'S/KINDERGARTEN PARENT INFORMATION MEETING If you are the parent of a student entering the Young 5's/Kindergarten Program this fall, please join us March 13, 2002, at 9:30 A.M. or 7:00 P.M. in the high school performing arts center for an informational meeting. rested has not been ar­ raigned on the drug charges as of press time Wednesday. The incidents remain un­ der investigation. Deputies hurt when patrol vehicle rolls Two Barry County Sher­ iff’s Deputies on patrol Tuesday night found them­ selves at Spectrum Hospital being treated for bumps and bruises suffered when the patrol car they were in rolled once “nose to tail” on Norris Road near Duffy Road in Yankee Springs Township, said Barry County Un­ dersheriff Don Ford. Ford said deputies Marti Horrmann and Angela Solo­ mon were treated for their injuries and release after the 10:03 p.m. crash. “They were just driving down the road, downhill on a curve,” said Ford, who said black ice is thought to be the cause of the crash. Horrmann and Solomon were wearing their seat belts and were taken to the Grand Rapids hospital by ambu­ lance. The Chevy Tahoe pa­ trol vehicle sustained a bent frame and it is not known whether the vehicle can be repaired. The crash remains under investigation by the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. Call 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-Ads Reach over 30,000 area homes! Dr. Seuss’ birthday will be celebrated in the TK High School auditorium on Thursday, March 7 at 6:45 p.m. Other events are planned for the elemen­ tary and preschools. At the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library a drawing for tickets to see the IMAX version of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast” will be held. Librarian Deb Jones invites local readers to turn in the name of their favorite book for a chance to win. Beauty and the Beast book covers will be available all month. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MlMarch 5. 2002/Page 9 Josephine E. (Haley) Nickels CALEDONIA Mrs Josephine E. (Haley) Nickels, age 85. of Caledonia, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 27. 2002. She retired from Sears & Roebuck’s credit depart ment after 25 years of ser­ vice. She was an active member of Holy Family Catholic Church, their prayer chain and “Happy Sixties". Josephine was a kind, lov­ ing and caring woman who enjoyed gardening, baking, playing cards, traveling, vol­ unteering few God’s Kitchen. Santa Claus Girls, and church funerals and spend­ ing time with her family, precious grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband. Reynold E. Nickels; her parents. Edith and Joseph Nickels; daugh ter-in-law. Betty Nickels; grandson. Brian Nickels; brother. Robert Nickels. She is survived by her children. Ronald and JoEllen Nickels of Caledonia. Alan Nickels of Caledonia. Sandra Knowles of Kent­ wood. Sharon and John Dill of Caledonia; her grandchil­ dren. Michael and Lin Nickels. Denise and Brian Devries. Debra and Kirk Bischoff. Douglas and Mindy Curtis. Eric Curtis. Candace Knowles, Jeffery Knowles. Jamie Dill. Chadd Dill. Shaun Dill. Kevin Dill; her great-grandchildren. Mackenzie Curtis, Grace Nickels, Tyler DeVnes; her sisters. Helen Chemoby and Bernie Smith, both of Wyoming; her sisters-in- law. JoAnn Nickels and Peggy Nickels, both of Wvoming. The Mass of Christian Buna) was offered Saturday. March 2, 2002 at Holy Family Catholic Church. 9669 Kraft SE. Rev. Fr. David E. LeBlanc. cele­ brant interment Resurrect­ ion Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Holy Family Catholic Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Cale­ donia). “ What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply become a part of us.” - Helen Keller G. Donavan Dean MIDDLEVILLE G Donavan Dean. 75, long tunc Middleville resident, passed away Tuesday morn­ ing. Feb 26, 2002 in Grand Rapids Donavan was bom in Wayland. Ml on June 13, 1926, the son of Herbert and Ruby (Snyder) Dean Donavan graduated from Wayland High SchtKil in 1944 He met Dorothy G. Crosby of Norfolk, England, while living in the Battle Creek area, and they mar­ ried on July 13, 1951. After serving in the United Slates Army in Korea, Don, Dorothy and their family settled in Grand Rapids, where Don began working for the Lear/Siegler Corp in their Computer Records and Customer Service Depart­ ments, a position he held for 34 years. In 1963. the Deans moved Io Middleville, where they became active in community affairs. Don served several terms on the Middleville Village Council and served 33 years on the local Library Board. He was a past mem ber of the Middleville Lions Club and helped found the Thornapple Heritage Assoc­ iation. where he served for many years as it’s president He is a current member of the American Ixgion Post in Caledonia, the West Michi­ gan Buttoneers. and several historical and geneological organizations After their retirement, the Deans began to spend their summers at their cabin in Christmas. Ml, where they worked for the National Park Service at Munising Falls guiding tours and giv­ ing demonstrations and were involved with the Hiawatha Native Plant Program. The Deans also worked, assisting teachers and children, through the Kettle Lake School C.L.A.S.S. program Don enjoyed button collecting and his collection of American Pattern Glass, as well as music, weaving, nature lore and many other activities. Don will be deeply miss­ ed by his devoted wife. Dorothy; his children. David and Marta (Dean) DesJardin of Hastings. Rebecca (Dean) Whitney of Grand Rapis, and Carl and Robin (Dean) Schleh of Northville; six grandchildren, Hillary and Jacob Blough. Michelle Whitney and Sam and Jennifer (Whitney) McHerron, and l^iuren and Ken­ neth Schleh; three great­ grandchildren. Austin, Jor­ dan and Devon; his sister, Leona (Dean) Westover of Grand Rapids, and sister-inlaws, Mrs. Elma (James) Dean of Florida and Mar­ garet (Crosby) Arthur of Nova Scotia; as well as many nieces, nephews and good friends. Funeral services were held Friday, March 1. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Home with interment at Mt. Hope Cemetary in Middleville. The family would happy to acknowledge contributions in his name to the charity of your choice. Wilbur F. Standish Wilbur F. Standish, age 87. went to be with his Lord Wednesday. Feb 20. 2002 He was preceded in death Josie J. Timmerman----------MIDDLEVILLE Mrs Josie J. Timmerman, age 99. of Middleville, went to be with her Lord. Friday. March I. 2002 She was preceded in death by her husband. Marx in; and a granddaughter. Sue Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes She is survived bv her children. Marjorie (Ken) Vander Veen of Caledonia. Wi ley (Fen) Ti mmerman. Joan Timmerman, all of Middleville; nine grandchil­ dren; 26 great grandchil­ dren; her sister. Bertha Kroeze; her sisters-in-law. Lucy Faber, both of Orange City. I A. Georgiana (Derwmi Slager. Hazel Hurst, all of Cutlerville The funeral service will be held I pm Tuesday. March 5. 2002 at the funeral chapel Rev Roger Timmer­ man officiating. Interment Hooker Cemetery Memorial contributions may be given to Middleville Christian Reformed Church Arrangements were made by Stroo Funeral Home. Grand Rapids. Ml by his wife. Mildred. He is survived by his chil­ dren. Karlene Standish of Elizabeth. CO. Paul and Patricia Standish of Scottsdale. AZ, W'ard and Christine Standish of Caledonia; four grandchil­ dren; three step-grandchil­ dren; three great-grandchil­ dren; his sister-in-law. A let ha Ruehs; many nieces and nephews Funeral services for Mr. Standish were held Monday. Feb. 25. 2002 at Grace Lutheran Church. 150 50th St . SW Pastor Robert Weidmayer and Pastor B Ryan Buchmueler officiat­ ed Interment Holy Comers Cemetery The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Grace Lutheran Church Arrangements uere made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Helping school children in Afghanistan Girls in Troop 874 at Page Elementary School have been busy collecting school supplies for children in Afghanistan. Anyone who would like to help can drop off school supplies, pencils, paper, erasers, math tools and other supplies in the school office at Page by Thursday, March 7. The supplies will begin their journey to Afghanistan via Detroit on Friday. March 8. TKHS Players will present ‘Wizard of 0z’ March 14-16 of Baum’s story was created for the Municipal Theatre of St. Louis. Now called the "Muny” version, the script differed in many ways from the motion picture, as many of the special effects in the film could not be recreated on the stage at that time. In 1987, another stage version of the story was created for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Now referred to as the RSC version, this script follows the film al­ most exactly. The TK Players will pre­ sent the RSC version. Tickets are $4 each and are going fast, with more than 150 seats having al­ ready been sold for the Sat­ urday performance. Patrons are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance, as few tickets are expected to be available at the door. Tickets may be reserved by completing a ticket reser­ vation form and returning it to thehigh school main of­ fice by Friday, March 8. Forms are available in any TK school building and on­ line at www.tk.kl2.mi.us. This year’s spring musical promises fun for the whole family, as the TK High School Players present L. Frank Baum’s “The Wizard of Oz” at 7:30 p.m. Thurs­ day, Friday and Saturday, March 14, 15 and 16, in the TK Auditorium. About 50 students make up the cast. Senior Jessica Wilson plays the famous Judy Garland role of Doro­ thy Gale. She is accompa­ nied by seniors Leandra Postema, Matt Blocksma and Aaron Morley, who will play the Scarecrow, the TinMan and the Lion. Also included in the set of main characters are Amy Herring (Glinda). Ashley Ballard (Guard), Melody Welton (Wicked Witch), Alex Voogd (Uncle Henry), Mandy Kowalczyk (Aunt Em), Becca Dufresne (Miss Guitch) and Jared McDuffee (Oz). Chorus members play crows, trees, Ozians, Wink­ ies, Flying Monkies and Jit­ terbugs. Following the release of the seemingly timeless MGM film, a stage version No reservations will be taken by phone. Tickets also may be purchased in person during box office hours from 7 to 9 p.m March 4-7 and March 11-13. Scholastic Book Fair set at Learning Center March is Reading Month and to help celebrate, the preschool classes at the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center will be host for a Scholastic B<x>k Fair Monday through Friday, March 11-15. The book fair will be held at the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center, 507 W Main St. in room 23. This will be an opportunity for students, parents, grandpar­ ents, teachers and day care providers to shop for books at cheap prices’ For further information please call 795-3397. Please use the preschool entrances on west side of building Looking for a Unique Graduation Announcement? Carbon Craft announcements lex you select the wording, the ink color, and the design to create an announcement that is YOU1 ja! (Formerly Advanced Commercial Printers) /ru 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) (616) 945-9105 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Match 5. 2002 Thornapple Kellogg High School honor roll 9th Grade High Honor* - Ashley Aspinall, Casey Aubil, Vic­ toria Azzarella, Danielle Beilfuss. Kevin Bishop. Leigha Blain, Angela Boersma. Kristen Brady. Chanda Brice, Chadwick Brice, Alan Buckowing. Brandi Campbell. Jonathon Daining. Reed Ebmeyer, Megan Finkbeiner. Thomas Fleming, Kasey Frank. 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Amber Welton, Jessica Wenger. Blythe Williams. Honorable Mention Brittany Awrey, Sean Barrett. Curtis Batdorff. Elizabeth Beard. Andrea Beilfuss, Zachary Bergsma. Garett Berkimer. Leighanne Bieski. Kyle Bradley. Alex Buehler. Alan Buxton. Jeffrey Chapman. Joshua Cisler, Linsey Clark. Brandy Clark. Nicole Cnsher. Megan Dahlgren. Jacob DeVries. Lori Dewitt. Leah French, Kalam Garber. Jessica Gias, Daniel Hall. Lynnea Hen­ ning. Shawn Hudson. Cry­ stal Jackson. Jake Jelsema. Steven Karelse. Alexandra Kelley. Heather Klemkosky, Nathan LaBine. Morgan Leedy. Raymond Lilley. Ashley Lintz, Marie Matthews. Joshua McCoy. Katherine McKeown, Nathan McMur­ ray. Joshua Meyenng. Kevin Poll. Andrew Quillan, Catrma Richardson. Nichole Rogers. Luke Rosenberg. Nicholas Roskam. James Sanford. David Schneider. Trisha Scholma. Taylor Sensiba. Amanda Stade. Rachael Steorts. Andrea Tagg. Drew Townes. Andrew VanDerMeer. Michele VanderMeer. Leah VanHouten. Brooke VanHouten. Grant Wachtor. Nicholas Wake. 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Gerry Winright III. 11 th Grade High Honors - Ryan Anderson, Ashley Ballard. Chad Baragar, Craig Bat­ dorff. James Beckering, Chet Berkimer, Amanda Biggs, Angela Blood. Rach­ el Clinton, Christopher Doornbos, Rebecca Dufres­ ne, Megan Dutcher. Janine Dykstra. Carolyn Ehmry, Leanne Etter, Angela Feirick, Amanda Fisk, Kyle Fletke, Samantha Fliearman, Mary-Elaine Foster, Raymon Galle. Ashley Getty, Jenny Grossman. Joey Guy, Chris­ topher Howarth, William Huff, Joshua Kuipers, Ryan Lavich, Andrea London. Katie Longstreet. Chelsea Matousek, David Mcallister, Kyle McClure, Jamie Mc­ Cormick. Patrick McKeown, Cary Middlebush, Tricia Nelson, Elise Nyland, Nicholas Otto, Lacey Patterson, David Phillips, Jennifer Piccard. Robert Roush, Stephanie Simon, Devin Slagel, Holly Smith, Latisha Smith, Jess­ ica Stark. Roger Thompson. Zachary Tolan, Amanda Vandenbosch Rachel VanderMeer, Mel­ ody Welton, Lindsey Wis­ niewski. Michael Yarger. Emily Zoet. Honors Students - Josiah Brown, Jason Drogowski. Sarah Freeman, Philip Garber. Desirae Henning, Jessica Jones, Jared Mc­ Duffee, Maegan McKee. Amber McMillan. Theresa Miller, Melissa Moorehouse. Bryan Pierce, Enc Smith, Laura Weingartz Honorable Mention Ryan Adams, Ka>cee Adgate. Melissa Ainslie. Julie Ball. Katherine Bednck, Julie Bergakker. Kelly Brinks. Tim Brog. Ashley Bronsink. Shain Bronsink. Shain Brower. Jennifer Burks. Jennifer Chapman. Philip Corson. Christen Davis. Joshua Dryer. Stile Engstrom. Andrew Fisher. Tiffany Forbes, Jenea Golden. Chase Goodin. Cassandra Hale. Kara Hut­ chens. Jennifer Jones. Kai Kallweit. Andrew Kulhan­ ek. Bruce Llovd. Amanda Mayhew. Nichole Miller Courtney Miller. Brittany Nicholson. Marvin Nunez. Brian Pappas. Melisa Potts. Michael Price. Stuart Remstein, Matthew Rose. Kelly Sholty, Kathleen Terry. Matthew Thompson. Nicholas Tomson. Justin VanSpronsen. Seth Walter. Danielle Wellington-Vanstee. Tyler Wenger. Kenneth Wiersum. 12th Grade High Honors - Carly Allington. Stuart Aspinall, Randy Benedict. Michael Beuschel. Barbara Blain. Matthew Blocksma, Chester Bohley. Katrina Bosma. Andrea Bouma. Jennifer Bowman. Michelle Bron­ sink. Rachel Clark. Rebecca Clark. Rebecca Cobb, Miranda Covey. Lindsey Delille. David Devormer, Lindsay Dobson. Christine Dood, Kevin Ehmry. Matthew Erb. Amanda Flora. Pamela Foote, Alicia Harper, Samantha Harthy, Becky Harvey, Amy Herring, Tasha Hoekstra, Bethany Holes. Rachel Holwerda, Tyler James, Rachel Kennicott, Sarah Koval, Amanda Kowalcyzk. Alexandra Longstreet, Larissa Macedo, Peter Mathias, Michelle May. Benjamin McDuffee. Lisa Moorhouse, Aaron Morley, Lindsay Morri, Rachel Nor­ ton, Renae Otto, Heidi Porter, Leandra Postema, Jocelyn Price, Benjamin Profitt, Jonathan Prostko, Jennifer Punt. Matthew Raetz, Michael Riley, Laura Runals, Amanda Sager, Shanna Sanderson, Julie Schumaker, Benjamin Sevald, Lucus Shuck, Megghan Smith, Kameron Sovern, David Stuart. Serena Treuter. Ash­ ley Ulberg. Stacy Vandefifer. 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And all kids need the proper supplies to be good students. At least that seems to be what a group of Cale­ donia Middle School eighth­ graders feels. The CMS students re­ cently have been studying a unit on “oppression." the in­ justices suffered by citizens in many foreign countries, and they’re hard to believe for students in the United States. Teacher Kim Gates’ eighth-graders were espe­ cially appalled by the condi­ tions that Afghanistan stu- Orientation night set for TK 8th-graders Thornapple Kellogg High School staff will present a special orientation night for parents of all eighth grade students al 7 p.m. Wednes­ day. March 20, at the high school auditorium. The main objective of this “special initiation" is to help students and parents with the transition from the mid­ dle school to high school. The agenda of the evening will offer the opportunity to meet the principal and sev­ eral staff members, to obtain pertinent information about the curriculum, to ask ques­ tions. and to tour designated areas of the high school. During the opening meet­ ing a free class ring will be given to a "lucky" eighth grade student who is repre­ sented by a parent or guard­ ian. The Jostens Ring Com­ pany representative. Mark Bussell, will provide a cer­ tificate that will pay for the base cost of a ninth grade classring. Only parents/guardians who are in attendance will be eligible for the free ring. a pencil sharpener, a ruler, an eraser, two pens, three pencils, a spiral-bound book of lined paper, a set of four coloring utensils (crayons, colored pencils or markers) and safety scissors. With the extra money raised Gates bought bulk items to send as well, such as diapers and blankets. The future of the students Newspaper articles also in Afghanistan may just be brought the plight of these looking a little brighter, “other” students into focus thanks to “other" students for her class. The Grand around the world, better The eighth grade triad of Gates. Back and Polavin show off the kits they are Rapids Press published an known to us as Caledonia article that stated the Tali­ Middle School eighth-grad­ sending to help make Afghanistan students lives' a little bnghter. ban regime taught boys ers. about war and left the girls in the homes, with no educa­ tion to speak of. Under the old “curriculum.” seventh Real Estate For The Real WorldSM grade (Afghan) students (boys) in Taliban-controlled “Partners in Success" Afghanistan studied the ji­ Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley had manual devoted against the enemies of Islam. 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Her visual presentation skills will be an asset in presenting your home to prospective buy­ ers. She enjoys painting and floral design. �Page 12/The Sun and News. MtddtevWe. Mt March 5. 2002 TKMS Students of the Month In January sixth graders earning Student of the month designation are from left in row 1 are Brittney Benjamin. Angela Book. Kindra Burger. Brent Butgereit. Jo­ seph Getty and Nathan Hodges. In the second row are Josiah Jenkins. Sydney Kilmartin, Ashley Martin and David McMillan. In The third row are Matthew Penfield, Kasey Reeves. Travis Shoemaker, Sven Welz. Victoria Whipple. Kimberly Williamson and Brittany Wing. Seventh graders selected in January are from left in the front row Breanne Cahff, Tucker Colburn, Corey DeMond, and Brett Dulyea In the second row are Rachel Harris. Liza Jedlowski, Jacob Lenartz, and Shane Mejeur. In the third row are Ryan Sisson, Angelica Suares, Cory Tietz, Ashley VanderMeer and Sarah Wenger. Not pictured is Danniella Torres. Thank You^^l VENDORS and to all the PUBLIC to all the who attended our First Annual BARRY HOME SHOW and EXPO mak,ng „ a FANTASTIC SUCCESS Eighth graders honored in January were from left in the rront row Glen Brock. Josh Collier and Jill Funk. In the second row are Nico Galls’. Gillian Judkins. Beth­ any Kitzrow, and Matthew Morley. In the third row are Michael Munjoy. Samantha Smith, Nicole Weidmann and Shannon Wingeier. Jessica Johnson was absent. from Kevin Allerding of Kevins Draperies & Fine Furniture and Sandy Schondelmayer 9O of Schondelmayer Bar-B-Q and Tent Rental * See you all next year! 0-K Blue Conference to sponsor 78er football The 0-K Blue Conference will sponsor competitive football for seventh- and eighth-grade athletes, bring- | Christopher J. Hier, K 616-891-1240 I General Dentistry for Children & Adults * - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME » Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available jf Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia . (Right on the way to or from work) w Quality7 dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! ing the Middleville Youth league will be consistency, Football League into align­ as the 78er opponent will be ment with the high school the same opponent as the program. high school plays that par­ All eight conference ticular week. schools, particularly Hamil­ TK varsity coach Tim ton. Byron Center, Belding Penfield spoke to the advan­ and Coopersville, will par­ tages of the new league. ticipate. ’’Were very excited about The new league proposes the new league,” Penfield some slight changes from said. "It's developmental in years past. Teams will play principal. The most signifi­ six games from the second cant aspect of the this pro­ week of September to the gram is that our seventh­ end of October. League grade team will play to­ rules stipulate that teams use gether against teams that a platoon system; the "two they will line up against in platoon” system guarantees the future. that 22 different athletes "Also, we are encouraged play at one time Blitzing is that the O-K Blue confer­ prohibited. ence has taken the initiative The most significant to sponsor the league at no change will be that both sev­ cost to the school district. enth- and eighth-grade Each varsity football coach teams will play Wednesday- will oversee their respective night doubleheadets. Games 78er program. ” for eighth-grade athletes will Penfield said that one un­ be at 7:30 p.m., while the fortunate result of the new seventh-grade athletes will league is the demise of the play at 5:30 p.m. Both teams sixth-grade league. will play the same school. Another facet of the new �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 5. 2002 Page 13 CHS band earns high marks at Solo & Ensemble festival Members of Troop 769 continue to dance to sell Girl Scout cookies They will be at the the Lon LeFanty State Farm Agency at the comer of M-37 and Mam Street in Middleville on Saturday. March 9 and Saturday, March 16 Girls who helps last year are from left Alexa McClain, Becky Daining, Kylee LaCombe, Keagan Scofield and Elena Gormley. Girl Scout troops continues cookie sales at area booths A CHS brass quartet, performed by (from left) Dale Hoefhnger. Jared Mejeur, Amanda Danielson and Matt Paarlberg, garnered Division I ratings for their work. The percussion ensembles included (from left) Eric Archumbault, Megan Rinard, Jake Finkbeiner. Cameron Ray, Diane Shrewsbury and Chris LaFoy. Not pictured are Andy Wisniewski and Eric Holiday. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer A group of Caledonia High School Band students garnered high marks at the Michigan School of Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) State Solo and Ensemble festival. The event took place Feb. 9 at East Kentwood High School. The Caledonia school system is located in District 10. Two percussion ensem­ bles attended, and both earned Division 1 ratings. The first group consisted of Jake Finkbeiner. Diane Shrewsbury. Chris LaFoy. Cameron Ray. Megan Ri­ nard and Eric Archumbault. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings by Patricia Johns Staff writer Girl Scouts throughout the Cherry Valley neighbor­ hood in the Caledonia and Middleville areas will be de­ livering pre-ordered cookies this week. Many of the troops also began booth sales in the area to catch those who meant to buy, but missed the pre-sale. Troop #38 will have two Their booth is located at the selling locations Saturday. corner of Main Street and March 9. at the Shell station M-37 in the driveway in in Middleville from 11 a.m. front of the Lon Lefanly to 3 p.m. and at Weick’s State Farm Insurance Market next to Gun Lake Agency. from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Caledonia Troop #1333. Girls in troop #769 did a will be at the Cascade Wai special snow dance on Mart from 1 to 4 p.m. on March 2. Their sale contin­ Sunday. March 10. ues on Saturdays, March 9 and 16. from 9 am to 3 p.m. Have a Printing Need? aoe a Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Amanda Werkema (right) and Amanda Danielson performed a flute duet for a Division I rating. The second ensemble con­ sisted of Cameron Ray. Jake Finkbeiner, Chris LaFoy. Megan Rinard. Eric Ar­ chumbault. Diane Shrews­ bury. Andy Wisniewski and Eric Holiday. A brass ensemble of Amy and David Sieffler received Division II ratings. Amanda VA erkema and Amanda Dan­ ielson performed a flute duet for a I rating Amanda Danielson, Jared Mejeur. Dale Hoeflinger and Mau Paarlberg performed as a brass quartet for a I rating. Those who performed tn the solo were Diane Shrews­ bury with a marimba solo (I). Becca Green, with both the trumpet and french horn (I); Jake Finkbeiner, ma­ rimba (1); Amanda Daniel­ son, flute (I) and Bram Reyohout (Ilk Of the students that went to the judged event, those who received Division I rat­ ings (out of I III) will con­ tinue on to the state level of compeuuon. Publishers of: •Hastings Banner • Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News / •Maple Valley News v. Marshall Community Advisor Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (616) 945-9554 Fax (616) 945-5192 e-mail us at: j-ads&voyager.net �Page 14/The 3un-and News. Middleville. Ml March 5. 2002 Caledonia elections, continued from page 1 he did not see any huge will have done the village a problems facing the council. great service." 3. What is the most im­ Penfold agreed one mam portant long term goal the long term goal should be to Village Council should do more replacement of the adopt to improve the quality village sewer system. Another long term goal of life in Caledonia? Penfold has advocated is the Oaks said both the short and long term goals were the connection of the commer­ same, to get ail the sewers cial areas with the down­ replaced in the village, and town village, other than by to get all the village streets M-37. Penfold said the improved. "Both these goals safety and best interests of will take some time, and 1 all the citizens would in­ would like to work on them creasingly be involved. steadily until they are fin­ A bridge over the Em­ ished." mons Creek/County Dram Audy said the most im­ • between North Street, and portant long term goal the Caledonia Village Cen­ should be "to complete the tre has been opposed by rebuilding of our antiquated some residents living in sewer lines. If we get that neighborhoods close to a done in four more years, we proposed connection of the NOTICE : NOTICE OF ELECTION VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE £ • * 4//Chig^ BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN to be held MARCH 11, 2002 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS of the Village of Middleville, notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held on Monday. March 11. 2002. for the purpose of electing a candidate to the office of Village President and Village Trustee (three posi­ tions). Rhonda L. Fisk Village of Middleville Clerk 312 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN. AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON MARCH 12. 2002. COMMENCING AT 7 30 PM AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE MICHIGAN CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1ZBA 02-02-01. Parcel ID NO 019-013-10. A REQUEST BY THE GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 M-179 FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE ALLOWANCE FOR SIGNS IN THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SIGN 2 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION DURING THE REGULAR BUSI NESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE PUBLIC MEET ING SIGNED WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME ANO PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL; S GERALD DUPONT SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Chuck Audy James Bierlem two areas of the village. North Street recently was acquired jointly by the vil­ lage and the township, though the downtown vil­ lage is still separated from the commercial areas. Penfolds term is two years, and he has been presi­ dent of the village for the last four. He said he did not want to leave major issues pending He said he is inter­ ested in serving in the presi- dent’s office as long as it takes to follow through on projects this council has started. When asked if she had made a special personal con­ tribution during her tenure. Oaks said she would hope she had made a contribution but said the council's accom­ plishments were the result of teamwork, and no one per­ son could take complete credit. Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL Synopsis VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 12. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President o< the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Cor­ son, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers, Mr. David Newman and Mrs Manlyn VandenBerg The min­ utes of the January 22, 2002 meeting were approved as writ­ ten. The Agenda was approved as written Mr John Obermeyer, representing the National 24Hour Bike Challenge, approach­ ed Council regarding this year's event. It will be held June 15 and 16. 2002 ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices Can 945*9554 for Sun & News Action-Ads. dated February 08. 2002 in the amount of $91.920 27 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 2 Approved trade in of exist­ ing John Deere tractor for a new John Deere tractor at a cost of $2033 on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Bray 3. Approved 3% increase to Finance Director salary, 3% increase to Planner salary and 1.5% increase to DPW Dir­ ector’s hourly wage retroactive to January 01,2002, on a motion made by Mr. Newman and sup­ ported by Mr. Lytle 4. Approved Personnel/Finance recommendation to estab­ lish a maximum reimbursement of unused non-union vacation time to 3 work days or 24 hours on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Lytle. 5. Approved bid cost for the stagecoach shelter for $11,835 on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Bray. 6. Adjourned the meeting at 7:47 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday through Friday Daryl Penfold Arlene Oaks "We have worked well to­ gether. and we have had good leadership." she said. Bierlein said he thought the long term outlook should include maintaining the his­ toric character of the village while balancing this with modernization. By way of introduction to the public. Bierlein said he has lived in the area for around 15 years. He has been in business manage­ ment related to the helicop­ ter industry, which was fo­ cused on construction and fire fighting uses. He now operates a sharpening busi­ ness which serves a fourstate area. Bierlem has three chil­ dren. two of whom attend high school. He said he likes living m Caledonia. The community has kept up with changing times, and still has main­ tained its historic character. He said he liked the tradi­ tional values upheld by the residents who live in the community. He said there are good schools and a good fire and rescue department, in part supported by village citi­ zens. He said the village managed to provide good road upkeep, and good vil­ lage crews kept up with maintenance. ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE OF ELECTION VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD MARCH 11, 2002 TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS ot the Village of Caledonia, notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held on Monday. March 11, 2002, for the purpose of electing a candidate to the office of Village President, and three positions for Village Trustees The Village General Election will be held at the Caledonia Village/Township Hall, 250 S Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan Sandra Ayers Caledonia Village Clerk 310 Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County - Michigan YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS CORRECTION TO THE ASSESSMENT NOTICES MAILED OUT FEBRUARY 27, 2002 Yankee Springs Township Board of Review hearings will take place at 2002 March Board of Review Meeting Dates Tuesday Monday Tuesday March 5th. 2002 Org Meeting 9 00 a m March 11th, 2002 9:00 a m 12 00 p m 1:00 pm - 4 00 p m March 12th, 2002 2 00 p.m - 5 00 p m 6 00 p m - 8:00 pm AU reviews wHI be heard by appointment only’ For appointments call: (616) 891-0070 Reviews will be held at the Caledonia Townshtp/Village Hall 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Ml 49316 Written appeals accepted until Monday. March 11th, 2002 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP HALL 284 N. BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333/795-9091 The 2002 Kent County Equalization factors for the Charter Township of Caledonia will be as follows: Not at Hastings Charter Township Hall as printed on notices. Assessor Laura Stob Township Clerk Patricia Snyder Agricultural 1 447 Industnal 1.1307 Commercial 1 0331 Residential 1 0977 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 5. 2002/Page 15 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUN­ TY. MICHIGAN ANO ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY MARCH 7. 2002 COMMENC­ ING AT 7 30 PM AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD. MID­ DLEVILLE. MICHIGAN. CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1 ZOC 02-01-01 A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP TO ADD THE FOLLOW­ ING LIST OF PARCELS AND THEIR ZONING DISTRICTS TO THE LIST ADOPTED ON JULY 12. USES C CHANGE "DAY CARE CENTERS’ TO 'CARE CENTERS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE “CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY A ADD -CONDOMINIUMS ’ AND ‘PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS" AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B CHANGE ‘DAY CARE CENTERS’ TO 'CARE CENTERS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY ~ A MOVE "CEMETERIES. CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS’ TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL 2001 LIST OF PARCELS AND ZONING DISTRICTS PARCEL JO. NO. B ADD "CONDOMINIUMS’ AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS’ AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION ZONING DISTRICT SECTION I EXCEPTION USES B ADD "CONDOMINIUMS’ AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS' AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C CHANGE "DAY CARE CENTERS’ TO "CARE CENTERS’ AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE "CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. HOMES FOR THE AGED AND BOARDING AND 245-000-10 245-015-00 245-016-00 245-017-00 245-018-00 245-019-00 245-020-00 245-022-00 245-024-00 245-025-00 245-026-00 AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG AG 017-025-00 017-037-00 085-005-00 085-005-10 AG RSF RSF RLF 019-001-25 019-005-10 019-009-10 019-010-03 019-015-20 019-015-30 019-015-40 RLF RSF RLF C-1 RR RR RR 155-055-00 155-068-00 VALLEY PARK SHORES #2 RLF RSF ALL RLF 031-004-00 031-005-00 031-006-00 031-007-00 205-014-00 RLF RLF RLF RLF LOT 14 120-003-00 RL EXCEPT LOT 11 IS RLF ED TO USE THE DEVELOPMENT ON A DAILY BASIS (2) THE ADDITION OF THE FACILITY WILL NOT BE DETRIMENTAL TO THE ENVIRON 036-003-00 036-003-10 AG STATE MENT OF THE AREA. INCLUDING ANY BODIES OF WATER (3) THE PROPERTY ON WHICH THE FACILITY IS TO BE DEVELOPED IS OF ADEQUATE SIZE TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED FACILITY AND ITS USERS. SECTION 17 SECTION12 SLCJ1QN-3Q SECTION 11 ROOMING HOUSES" AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES RESIDENTIAL LAKEFRONT A ADD “CONDOMINIUMS" AND “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT’ AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C-1. COMMERCIAL OFFICE A MOVE "FUNERAL HOMES’ TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B MOVE “MEDICAL AND DENTAL CLINICS" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEP­ TION USES AND CHANGE TO “MEDICAL AND DENTAL OFFICES " C CHANGE “CHILD CARE CENTERS' TO “CARE CENTERS" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE C-2. COMMUNITY BUSINESS A MOVE "CHURCHES." PUBLICLY OWNED BUILDINGS." AND "EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITIES" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B MOVE "NURSING HOMES AND ADULT FOSTER CARE FACILITIES" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AND RENAME AS "CARE CENTERS " C DELETE "COMMUNITY BUILDINGS" FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C-3. GENERAL BUSINESS A MOVE “GREENHOUSES AND NURSERIES" TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEP­ TION USES B ADD “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES" AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE 1-1, INDUSTRIAL A DELETE THE LIST OF SPECIFIC BUSINESSES. ITEMS "A" THROUGH "F." WHICH ARE LIST ED AS “PROHIBITED USES " REVISE ARTICLE IV AS FOLLOWS A ADD THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES “CARE CENTERS" AND "NURSING HOMES.” PROVIDED THE APPLICANT CAN PROVE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION THE NEED FOR THE FACILITY AND THE PROPERTY IS SUITABLE FOR THE USE B ADD “CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENTS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE IV C ADD “PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS. SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE VII " D ADD “RECREATIONAL FACILITIES. PROVIDED THEY ARE PUBLICLY OWNED AND OPER ATED ALL APPLICANTS SHALL PROVIDE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: A THE RESULTS OF A STUDY. BY AN INDEPENDENT THIRD PARTY. PROVING (1) THE NEED FOR THE FACILITY AND THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO CAN BE EXPECT SEC110NJ2 SECIlOOfi 2 ZOC 02-01-02. A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMIS­ SION TO REVISE ARTICLES II. III. V AND IX OF THE TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SIGNS AS FOLLOWS THE FOLLOWING IS A CONDENSED LIST OF CHANGES TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SIGNS ARTICLE II DELETE ALL DEFINITIONS PERTAINING TO SIGNS ARTICLE ill ADD "SIGNS” AS A PERMITTED USE IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS ARTICLE V ADD SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGNS ARTICLE IX DELETE THE EXISTING ARTICLE IX AND REPLACE WITH NEW WORDING LISTING: A B C D ALL THE THE THE SIGN DEFINITIONS TYPES OF SIGNS PROHIBITED BY THE ORDINANCE TYPES OF SIGNS EXEMPT FROM SITE PLAN REVIEW SIZE. NUMBER AND TYPE OF SIGNS AND SIGN STRUCTURES ALLOWED ON EACH PARCEL OF LAND IN EACH ZONING DISTRICT E ALLOWANCE FOR SPECIAL SIGN TYPES NOT SPECIFICALLY MENTIONED IN THE ARTI­ CLE F THE REQUIRED SETBACKS FROM ALL PROPERTY LINES G THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT ALLOWED FOR EACH TYPE OF SIGN AND SIGN STRUCTURE H ALLOWANCE FOR SIGN ILLUMINATION I LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS. J PERMIT FEES B. LETTERS FROM (1) THE BARRY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT INDICATING THEIR APPROVAL OF IHE PROPOSED SITE AND DEVELOPMENT AND THE WATER AND SEWERAGE PLANS (2) THE GUN LAKE WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY INDICATING THEIR APPROVAL OF THE SITE AND DEVELOPMENT AND THAT THEIR FACILITIES CAN HANDLE THE WASTE AND WATER REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE PUBLIC WATER AND SEWER UTILITIES PROVIDED THEY ARE LOCATED WITHIN TWO HUNDRED (200) FEET OF THE PROPERTY ANO ALL UTILITIES SHALL BE LOCATED UNDERGROUND E MAKE SEVERAL MINOR WORDING CHANGES THROUGHOUT THE EXISTING ARTICLE NOT AFFECTING THE PRESENT MEANING OR REQUIREMENTS. F GRAVEL MINING CHANGE THE REQUIRED SETBACK AREA FROM “SEVENTY-FIVE FEET" TO "TWO HUNDRED FEET." G HOME OCCUPATIONS, DELETE THE USE OF ACCESSORY BUILDINGS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS H OPEN AIR MARKETS. CHANGE THE “THIRTY FOOT ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY SETBACK" REQUIREMENTS TO "IN CON FORMITY WITH THE REQUIRED SETBACK LINES FOR THE PROPERTY" I SANITARY LANDflLLS. A CHANGE DISTANCE DISPOSAL SITE MUST BE FROM ADJACENT PARCELS FROM THREEHUNDRED FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET B CHANGE DISTANCE DISPOSAL AREA MUST BE FROM ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY FROM ONEHUNDRED-FIFTY FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET C CHANGE DISTANCE PROCESSING FACILITIES MUST BE FROM PROPERTY LINES FROM TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY FEET TO FIVE-HUNDRED FEET 3 ZOC 02-01-03 A REQUEST BY THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMIS­ SION TO REVISE ARTICLES III AND IV OF THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AS FOLLOWS THE FOLLOWING IS A CONDENSED LIST OF CHANGES TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES ARTICLE ill REVISE ARTICLE III AS FOLLOWS ZONING Di ST RtC I. agriculture A MOVE "GREENHOUSES' TO PERMITTED USE FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES 8 ADD -CONDOMINIUMS’ AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS* AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C CHANGE “DAY CARE CENTERS' TO "CARE CENTERS* AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL A MOVE CEMETERIES CHURCHES AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS’ TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES B ADO ‘CONDOMINIUMS' AND "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS' AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES C CHANGE ‘GROUP HOMES’ TO CARE CENTERS AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE D DELETE "GOLF COURSES' AS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE RURAL RESIDENTIAL A MOVE CEMETERIES CHURCHES AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS' TO PERMITTED USES FROM SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES A FULL COPY OF THE CHANGES IS AVAILABLE AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILl BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. SIGNED, WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING. TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDI­ VIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY. REASONABLE. AUXILIARY AIDS ANO SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PAR­ TICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S) 4 CATHY STRICKLAND. SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION 306 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Marcti 5. 2002 Caledonia Twp. supports 100th St, signal by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board voted Feb. 20 to sup­ port placement of a traffic signal at the comer of M-37 and 100th Street. The proposal by some residents was to include the restriping of the highway to create three lanes, but this portion was altered to ask for a study of the effective­ ness of three lanes in the draft resolution. Trustee Richard Robertson said the petition by citizens showed support only for the traffic light at the busy inter­ section. He said the restrip­ ing of M-37 required more consideration. He was anx­ ious that the township not endorse a change that could actually sacrifice safety for those making turns both to the left and to the right. Three lanes could sacrifice shoulders and deceleration lanes. He was of the opinion that a left turn lane could even encourage increased speeds. Trustee Ixirry Stauffer was in favor of a left turn lane. Based on a petition to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) showing 1,426 voter signa­ tures for installation of a traffic light at 100th Street and for the restriping of M37 from 100th to Glen Val­ ley, the Caledonia Village Council voted in support of the request in mid-February. Signatures were gathered from businesses and people along M-37 between l(X)th Street and American Legion Post 305 near Main Street, Trustee Nick Unger re­ ported. The number represented about 25 percent of the total voting group. Penfold said. It was felt local municipal support of the request would encourage MDOT's prioriti­ zation of such measures in their planning for the high­ way. Other matters considered by the Township Board: • Code Enforcement — The board v oted to empower the new code enforcement officer. Betsy Macicak. to issue citations. Macicak served as a police enforce­ ment officer for 18 years and was highly recom­ mended by her career asso­ ciates. She began her duties on Feb. 11. She was hired to serve as programs specialist, though her job description duties in­ cluded ordinance enforce­ ment. a function not per­ formed in the township for several months. She is also serve as a liaison to the ZB A In February Clerk Pat Snyder thought the job title should be changed and someone who could help in the office with computer equipment problems was still needed to cover those duties. Outside computer support is being relied on until another solution is found. • Maternity leave — The Township Board tabled a decision Feb. 20 to set up a maternity leave policy for township employees after a discussion of the issue. Past practice has allowed em­ ployees to have three months of non-paid leave following the birth of a child. With a relatively small staff, it is difficult to meet all responsibilities of the person absent for that length of time, which could mean hiring a temporary employee, a functional con­ sideration, Supervisor Bryan Harrison said. Federal employees are al­ lowed three months leave, but usually there are more than 50 employees to fill the gaps, while less are avail­ able at the township level. Harrison pointed out that fa­ thers also could be allowed an equal amount leave time. Harrison said policies were established for smooth functioning. He asked what other township offices in the area did. Township Manager Dave Zylstra said the legal standard was four to six weeks, but that had not been an update of the job evalua­ tion plan. He suggested hav­ compared locally. Some board members felt ing a committee deal with creating the policy now job evaluations, but Cardwould affect an employee well said one person should currently planning for the oversee matters related to leave, based on past prac­ the plan. For instance, medi­ tice. which would be unfair. cal insurance compensation Setting a policy at a time for employees not using when no one s leave would township paid insurance and be affected was thought to not incurring that cost be more prudent. Some should not require review by thought the length allowed a committee, she said. Harrison said insurance for maternity leave should be the same as for prolonged compensation for those not using the benefit should be a illness. Trustee Bill Bravata said fixed amount as a matter of he was in favor of allowing policy. Trustee Robertson re­ three months maternity leave in a family oriented ported that hiring new em­ community, where practice ployees. salary increases, for township employees per diem increases and extra should be the same as for meetings, had resulted in a need to adjust the budget up­ others in the area. Some people work in the ward by around $50,000, office, but live farther away, while a budget surplus of and the leave policy was one only $25,000 existed at the of the incentives for em­ beginning, which the tele­ ployees. This has enabled phone system will also cut the township to keep high into. He said the budget quality employees for a long needed adjustment. Zylstra said taxable values time, creating a stable office environment. Clerk Pat Sny­ in Caledonia have increased dramatically. The assessor der said. A six-week leave estimated up to $200,000 in would hurt that, she said. Discussion of limiting the increased revenues to the leave time for illness or ac­ township were possible, and cident to six weeks was Zylstra also referred to the compared to maternity Headlee rollback. Because of revenue shar­ leave. Some felt length of illness was also not predict­ ing formulas with the state, able. and someone might tax revenue changes for a need more time than three single area is realized only months. Trustee Richard when the population in­ Robertson thought current creases greatly in proportion policy would allow an ex­ to the rest of the state's tension to six months upon population. Harrison said revenue review. The employee could use sharing is computed daily. up 50 percent or all of per­ The amounts change, since sonal leave days, as dis­ they are based on property cussed, and would not be taxes, collected at different paid, but could also termi­ times, and on sales taxes nate employment at the end with amounts fluctuating of that time, causing a prob­ daily. Robertson said the total lem for adequate staffing in the office. Cardwell said the tax revenues received from risk of termination remains, the state are only $212,000 no matter the length of leave at present, and he did not be­ lieve an increase would be time. Any policies already es­ anywhere close to that tablished will remain in ef­ amount. "We are over budget," fect. • Job evaluation — Rob­ Robertson said. "This shows ertson said there needs to be we are spending more than we are taking in. Although I don't think we are, that is my concern. We have to adjust the budget." Zylstra said the general A Hidden Jewel... guideline requires the town­ ship amend before it spends Trustee Wally Bujak sug­ gested the amending process be addressed on a quarterly basis. • Sand pit enforcement — During board comments. Trustee Bill Bravata said he was concerned about en­ forcement of the Vermeulen sand mining operation. He said a 1989 court settlement required Vermeulen to make payments. Negotiations of that agreement were changed, in which services and materials were to be provided in lieu of pay­ ments. No information was available to show the obliga­ tion had been met. Darrell Rotier, the previ­ ous enforcement officer, re­ ferred Bravata to the town­ ship attorney. "I think we need to look into this.” The utilities ad­ ministrator had referred to a berm to be put in by Ver­ meulen. in a services trade for a value of $40,000 to $50,000. Bravata said. "We don’t know that services have been rendered. Nothing is in the file. We have to do something about this situa­ tion. because we have an open court case." Harrison later said he would have the new en­ forcement officer look into the matter. Bravata also said a capital improvement program was needed. "So we can budget for some of the larger ex­ penses... that are coming down the road." He also advocated for a committee or staff member to be on the lookout on a regular basis for grant money to communities which is available by busi­ ness. Bravata suggested the township should lake a secu­ rity initiative in conjunction with a national security ef­ fort to increase the safety of Caledonia citizens Many of his ideas were stimulated by seminars he attended at a re­ cent MTA conference. • Meeting cancellation Due to the inability of some members to attend the first meeting in March, and be cause there was not a lot of anticipated business to proc­ ess. the Caledonia Tow nship Board approved canceling the March 6 meeting The next regular meeting will be held Wednesday. March 20. TKMS wrestlers win Hamilton tourney The Thornapple-Kellogg Middle School wrestling team boosted its dual-meet record to 12-1 in action lust week. TKMS wrestlers had a very successful day at the team tournament in Hamil­ ton on Feb. 23. with both the *‘A” and ”B” teams going undefeated. The A team had victories over Allendale (99-11), Grant (100-00) and host Hamilton (59-22) to win the tournament. The B team was victorious over Allendale (60-24), Grant (57-42) and Hamilton B (69-27). On Tuesday, Feb. 26, the wrestlers traveled to Newhall to wrestle a tal­ ented Husky team. This is always a very exciting match any time these two teams clash. The young Tro­ jans definitely had their best outing of the season in the confines of the Newhall gym. coming away with a 43-15 win The coaching staff was very proud ol the TK wrestlers and the way they handled themselves both on and off the mat. On Thursday. Feb. 28. the TKMS wrestlers hosted the Hamilton Hawkeyes in a league match-up. Even though the TK wrestlers had defeated the Hawkeyes on Feb. 23, they knew that they were going to be in a dog­ fight on Thursday. The two teams have a great deal ol respect for each other, and when they wrestle, these young men go full out. leav­ ing nothing on the mat Hamilton started off the meet with a 27-7 lead after the first eight matches. 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The new system was be­ ing installed on March 1. The Control Comm system includes service and a three year warranty. The voice mail system should accom­ modate all calls at night and during the day. provide all the service previously pro­ vided before problems be­ gan with the past system, and is expected to work with no problems. The old voice mail system has been non functional for several weeks. An interim measure was taken by using Ameritech voice mail, which picked up the incoming line and build­ ing department line. The front desk line included utilities, the clerk s calls (of­ ten cemetery related) and general calls. There were complaints that when people in the of­ fice are using the line, some­ times with all lines in use, the Ameritech system would not permit another caller to leave a message during busi­ ness hours. It automatically answered when the line was in use. Middleville Council OKs loan to Downtown Development Authority by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Council last Tuesday night approved a $310,000 loan to the Downtown Development Authority so that work on improvements can begin in the central business district before tax increment fund­ ing is received. The DDA then will repay the loan with the tax incre­ ment financing, which is ob­ tained when extra tax money in a designated district is generated by improvements. These funds will be used to complete the village's share of Phase I of the de­ velopment of Mill Pond Road and the some improve­ ments to Stage Coach Park. About $42,000 has been earmarked for the park, with slightly more than $183,000 going to the road improve­ ments. This leaves just un­ der $85,000 for contingen­ cies, including work on the parking area. The finance committee asked the DDA to concentrate on the east side of the river and to delay work on the west side with "Riverside Park" develop­ ments. The village and DDA Board agreed to a loan re­ payment schedule that will give the village one percent more in interest than it their service to the commu­ would have made if funds nity. Kevin McGee and Rex loaned to the DDA during that year had been invested Schad were reappointed to instead. Kevin McGee, the DDA board. Audrey Van president of the DDA, told Strien was appointed to fill a the council that this is “a business spot on that same good deal for everyone. This board will make the village a Council member David showplace, and it is a win­ Newman announced that the win situation” Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission Village President Lon received a $6,800 grant from Myers agreed saying. “Eve­ the Barry County United ryone has the best interest of Way to help run the recrea­ the village at heart.” tion programs this summer. New Thornapple Town­ He also asked if the vil­ ship Emergency Services lage had ever considered Chief Mark Marentette was adding fluonde to the water. welcomed at the meeting Myers replied that in 1986, He told the council he hopes the council had decided to to be able to move to the do this, but later rescinded area by the end of the sum­ its vote because of opposi­ mer. His wife hopes to tion from the public, who transfer to a Grand Rapids office of the company she didn't want anything added to the water. works for. Marentette is In other business, the staying in the area several stays during the week now. board gave final preliminary The council continues to plat approval for the first work on the new contract phase of Rolling Oaks Es­ with EarthTech to manage tates, which includes 30 the wastewater treatment homes of the 160 homes plant. Charlie Miller re­ planned. The village staff will be ported there was a slight rise in nickel, which he will keep sure that roads planned for this subdivision will not af­ an eye on. Council also approved the fect the well head protection reappointment of Rhonda area around the water tower. The next Village Council Fisk as clerk and Ed Schellinger as village treas­ meeting is Tuesday, March urer. Myers praised them for 12, at 7 p.m. in village hall. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said she tried calling from outside and could not get through after several at­ tempts. She said the service could not be turned off at will. She said office em­ ployee Lois Barber was tak­ ing up her whole day taking messages. "We really have to have a system in place." Clerk Pat Snyder said. Though the money was not budgeted for this year, both Snyder and Cardwell, who work in the office and must deal with the problem first hand every work day. wanted to take the required steps to rectify the situation. Snyder said there was an ending fund balance that could accommodate the ex­ pense. The supplier of the previ­ ous phone system, Ascom had charged a monthly amount plus extras, amount­ ing to about $17,549 for the 27 months in use. Warranteed for one year, the com­ pany told them the many problems were "because the system was old." Office personnel had learned that Ascom report­ edly put in a used system. and parts were no longer easily replaced. Snyder andr Cardwell both said they did not want to deal with Ascom in the future. A problem in getting recourse over the system failure was that veri­ fication of Ascom's respon­ sibility would be difficult to obtain. Cardwell said several bids on new systems had been re­ ceived. The lowest bid was from Control Comm, at $11,600. Monthly charges and service could still be a concern, and exact voice mail features were not yet known, but Cardwell said references by users of the system indicated a good re­ cord without complaints or problems. 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Some trustees said they felt an office staff commit­ tee should be trusted to make the decision to get the system installed promptly. Snyder. Dave Zylstra and Lois Barber were selected to pursue the new system in­ stallation. The board approved up to $12,000 from the fund bal­ ance. toward obtaining a voice mail system, with an anticipated budget amend­ ment planned for a future meeting. -lAAThr Coupon Exp)res 5-19-02 - COUPON - :<•—> Transmission Flush Our Expert Services Include... • Starters • Alternators • Shocks • Struts • Transmission Service • Cooling Systems • Minor Tune-Ups • Air Conditioning t Brand new state-of-theart transmission flush machines for afl models. ! <NAPA> With Coupon Expires 5-19-02 Batteries we stock interstate Passenger. U0it Truck, lawn & Carden, and Martie Jon Owner Manager BATiTERIES NAPA AUTO CARE CENTER 616-795-3550 500 Arlington street (M-57) - Middleville Formerly TresPtus Monday - Thursday 8-6; Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-2 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 5. 2002 TK Odyssey of the Mind teams working out bugs by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Six of the eight Odyssey of the Mind teams at Page Elementary School and the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School were ready for a dress rehearsed Saturday morning for an appreciative group of parents, friends and “Reading Celebration" par­ ticipants. However, the threat of in­ clement weather canceled that session, so teams are working hurriedly this week to get ready for regional competition Saturday, March 9. in Howard City. Odyssey of the Mind Co­ ordinator Voni Lucas said, “I am so proud of the stu­ dents who are learning to think and work together. Their teachers and coaches all the problems, each team are helping them go beyond has only eight minutes to what they export. perform Team members are Ryan “I also appreciate the sup­ port the school district has Ahem. Kailee Anderson. given to this program," she Mark Beilfuss. Elizabeth added. “We couldn’t have Chappelow. David Comeau. done it without the support Chelsea Funk and Marcus of Principals Pat Koeze and Me Keough. Teacher Mandy Pranger is Mike Spahr and assistant Superintendent Sharon Ka- coaching Jacob Bauer. Travis Boersma. Corrin lee." The eight teams are pre­ Bruxvoort. Louise Curths. paring. creating and solving Joey Koval. Kristin Tedrow and Nicole Ybema in "The last minute problems. At Page Elementary, Dirk Chameleon." This is a vehi­ VanDiver leads a team cle based problem in which working on "It’s a Snap.” the vehicle changes its ap­ This is a problem which pearance. Teacher Gail Wachtor’s combines building a light­ weight balsa wood structure, team of Cade Dammen, seeing how much weight it Joshua Haney. Nick Karelse. will hold and creating a skit Abraham Kim. Amanda to go along with it. Just as in Nicholas. Melanie Truer and ATTENTIVE Gina Mancuso are working on the problem “Ostrich Factor." This is a performance problem in which the team uses humor, invisibility and a surprise for the audience. Parent Jean Ray is coach­ ing Eli Bergsma. Cassie DeHaan. Kara Fassbender. Ted Rosenberg. Joshua Scott and Nick Tape in "Center Stage." a problem which in­ cludes a humorous perform­ ance based on classical lit­ erature and an original dance. At the middle school level Linda Truer is coaching Alayna Forester, Jessie Ir­ win. Melissa Pletts, Andrea Truer. Tasha Watkins. Kate Wilson and Jamie VanDongen in the Center Stage problem. Stephanie Cardwell’s team of Brittney Benjamin. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles Discounts for insunng both your home and car Quick claims response and sound advice It's the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891.9294 STAT! MU Tun Jenny Berryman. Chloe Brower. Renee Kimbrel. Hillary Klunder. Sharon Laycock and Chelsea Oostveen is putting the final touches on their Ostrich Factor performance. Teachers Mary Francisco. Mary Scheidel and Shelly Siekman are coaching a team of Kaileigh Borrink. Kan DePew. Tim Etter. Kendall Moore. Sam Schol­ tens, Ian Sisson and Kyla Sisson to negotiate the re­ quirements of the Chame­ leon. Michael Gormley and Pa­ tricia Johns are coaching a team solving the Omer’s Earthly Adventure problem. Stephanie Ahern. Elena Gormley. Liza Jedlowski. Elizabeth Ketchum. Amanda Pullen and Ashlee Ironside are working to create solu­ tions to environmental prob­ lems with the. assistance of OMER, the Odyssey of the Mind mascot. The OMER’S Earthly Ad­ venture team performs al 9 a.m. Page’s Ostrich Factor performs at 9:50 a m. Page’> “It’s A Snap" sees just how much weight their structure holds al 10:40 a m. Page’s Chameleon vehicle makes its changes at 12:40 p.m. The middle school’s Ostrich Factor hides its head at 2:35 p.m. At 2 50 p m. the audi­ ence gets to see the middle school Center Stage solu­ tion. The final TK team, the middle school chameleon rolls into competition at 4:05 p.m. First and second place winners at Howard City will go on to the slate finals April 13 in Traverse City. Ward of court absconds, found with illegal drugs A 15-year-old girl wanted by Barry County Juvenile Court for absconding while on parole was taken into custody Feb. 20 after a traf­ fic slop in Thornapplc Township when deputies found her with controlled substances. Police seized three cap­ sules of Adderal, which is a controlled substance in the amphetamine class normally prescribed for attention defi­ cit hyperactivity disorder. The girl told the deputies that various Thornapple Kel­ logg High School students sell their Ritalin and Ad­ deral to other students. The girl was a passenger in a car driven by 19-yearold Hastings man which was stopped on Norris Road near Adams Road in Thor­ napple Township for having a burned out headlight. Deputies took the girl to the Barry County Jail where she was held on $50 bond and then turned over Io her mother. Controlled sub­ stance charges are being sought. Hastings man holds liquor party for teens Charges are being sought experiment and that he felt if against a 41-year-old Hast­ he provided it in a controlled ings man who admitted to environment, they would be holding a party for his juve­ safe,” deputies reported. “He nile son and six of his said he chaperoned and that friends in an Irving Road he let no one leave for the pole barn where he provided night so they could get it them with vodka, spiced out of their systems.’” rum and whiskey on Feb. The man told the deputies 11. he now realizes his mistake. The man told police “I’m Charges of providing al­ guilty” when deputies ques­ cohol to minors arc pending tioned him about the inci­ at the Barry County Prose­ dent. cutor’s Office. “He said the kids like to You hold the fate of the U.S. economy in your hands everyday. Think about this: Consumer spending acccounts for about two thirds of the U.S. economic activity. So get out there and enjoy America. Don't put it off, buy the things you need. Go ahead and have a nice night out. Take advantage of the special offers from auto makers and furniture manufacturers found in this community publication. Do your part. Keep America strong. Lite the freedom. Bffi TMS— Five area students earn MSU degrees Five area students received degrees at the end of the fall semester at Michigan State University. The students, their home­ towns. types of degrees, ma­ jor fields of study and spe­ cial academic honors, if ap­ plicable were: • Kyle Curtis Paalman of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence in agribusiness man­ agement. • Allison Leigh Smith of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence in crop and soil sci­ ences. honors • Patrick R Doyle of Free­ port. bachelor of arts in so­ cial relations, honors. • Michael Raymond Stein of Middleville, bachelor of arts in finance. • Paula Sue Sweeney of Middleville, bachelor of arts in English. Now Open Stonehill Stables under the management of Caledonia Equestrian, Inc. 5770 Alaska Ave.. 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Jaime McCoy, David McMillan. Douglas Miller, Kendall Moore, Katie Opatik-Duff, Kylcc Pawloski, Emily Reed, Kasey Reeves, Celia Salmon. Kristen Schmidt. Travis Shoemaker, Ian Sis­ son. Kristen Sncller, Bradley Steffen. Andrew Sweeney, l^iurcn Tandy, Ashley Van Ek. Heidi VanderHeidc, Teresa VanRhcc, Alesha Ward, Sven Welz, Kimberly Williamson, Lindsey Wil­ son. Brittany Wing and Stephanie Wingeier. Honor roll — Mindy Aubil, Lauren Ayers. Ross Barrett, Samuel Bcrgsma, Jennifer Berryman, James Andrew Bcuschcl. Rachel Bickford, Danielle Boik, Angela Book, Samantha Bouwhuis. Whitley Bremer, Kindra Burger. Kody Burns, Chloe Buxton, Jesse Cecil. Shawn Collins, Shannon Cornell, Brett Dawson, Jonathan Delger, Eric Dettmann, Allie Dragoo, Devon Dubois. Timothy Etter, Joshua Eoote, Laci Forbes, Ethan Fuller. Joseph Getty. Changing Jobs? Andrew Gilbert. Samantha Goodwin. Kayla Gordon, Ashlee Gross. Heather Har­ rington. Nathan Hodges. Christopher Hodgson. Me­ linda Hoffman. Timothy Howarth. Thomas Huerth. Mara Hughes, Ashley Jachim. Darrick Jackson. Logan Knight. Sarah Lay­ cock. Brooks Lesert. Meaghan Lloyd. Daniel Lydy. Kyle Mackay, Bcthanie Marble, Nathan Marklevitz. Ashley Martin. Jordan Matthai. Anne Nes­ bitt. Kurt Oshinski. Kaitlyn Otto. Matthew Penfield. Scott Pitsch. Michael Plants. Randi Price. Kenneth Riley. Samantha Samson. Joseph Sanford, Kylie Schultz. Courtney Smith. James Smith. Nicole Smith. Nicole Stahl. Samantha Stowe, Am­ ber Taylor. Joshua Thaler. Christopher VandcnBosch. Katie VanderGeld. Joshua Vrona. Eric Waddell. Travis Wcebcr, Linda Whittemore. Michael Wilcox, April Wine. Jenna Wing and Kayla Zahl. Seventh grade All As — Amy Ball, Blake Bcrkimcr. Amanda Bruinsma. Caitlin Chamber­ lin, Calynnc Cooley, Re­ bekah Daining, Amanda Denney, Allyson Foster, Isaura Frey, David Gillig. Samantha Hauschild. Corey Humphrey. Elizabeth Ketchum. Michelle London, Ashleigh Lund. Katie McCarty, Gunnar Meyering. Amanda Morgan, Ellen Phillips. Melissa Piets, Samantha Reeder. Samuel Scholtens. Andrea Truer. Ashley VanderMeer. Sarah Wenger. Marissa Wieringa. Rebecca Winchester and Christopher Zatzke Honor roll — Cory Adgate. Abby Allison. Cody Berry. Kevin Blanker. Jon Blocksma. Keley Brown. Mark Brown. San J Busta­ mante. Elizabeth Cipponeri. Tucker Colburn. James Crandell. Benjamin Curtis, Frank Davis. Lisa DeWitt. Brett Dulyea. Travis Dyk­ stra. Ben Fisher. Alayna Forester. Kody Geerligs, Sheryl Gillhespy. Steven Glenn. Cassandra Hall. Ra­ chel Harris. Heather Hawk­ ins. Lisa Haywood. Jamie Hester. Michael Hoag. Justin Hochstetler. Deidre Humbargcr. Patrick Hum­ phrey, David Hurtado. Rochelle Hyde. Donald Johnson. Renee Kimbrell. Xieanne Koehl. Kylee LaCombe. Neil LaVoie. Jacob Lenartz. Tracy Lintz. Alexa McClain. Aaron McGilli­ cuddy. David McMahon. Andrew Meads. Lindsey Meaney. Nathaniel Newton, David Ordway. Nathan Otto, Kathyn Patterson, Nicholas Piccard. Jerry Plank, Ryan Postma. Kathleen Potts, John Price. Abigail Quisenberry. Chase Rairigh. Brittani Reidt. Zachary Runge, Andrew Schultz. Ashleigh Schultz, Eric Scott. Brenna Sheehan. Ryan Sisson, Zachary Smith. Michelle Starr, Tamara Stevens, An­ gelica Suares. Joel Tate, Camron Thorington, Cody Thorington, Cory Tietz, Daniella Torres. Valerie Local Anglican church receives special visitor What should you do with your retirement plan distribution? Don’t lose any of your savings to taxes or penalties. I can help you understand your options and keep your money growing. Call today to arrange a free consultation. Most. Rev. Peter Goodrich and his wife Jan. “Drew" McFadden 4185 C.hrro V.Ur» SE Suite E CalrtUnia. Mi 44316 Bu» 616JJ91-1173 Toll Frrw aMU»l-UI3 Edwardjones Saints .Andrew & Matthias Independent Anglican Church at 2415 McCann Road was visited Sundav. Feb. 24. by the Most Rev. Peter Goodrich, the pnmate of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod from Cambndge. Ontario. Archbishop Goodrich per­ formed the sacrament of confirmation and preached the sermon at a special 10 a m. service. He was accom­ panied to Hastings by his wife. Jan. as well as Rev. Joe Salms and Deacon Ger­ ardo Wood. Father Salms was the celebrant at the service of Holy Communion that followed the confirma­ tion of Saint Andrew & Matthias members Kale and Daniel Cherry of Hastings. Father David T Hustwick is the vicar of the parish which is located m Irving. VanBemden. Jamie VanDongen. Erica Veneklase. Zachary Warren. Natasha Watkins, Alison Whitney, Jacob Wing. Ben Wolter and Jessica Wotchko. Eighth grade All As — Joshua Baird. Erin Baragar. Jason Blain. Robbi Blain. Scott Blood. Kara DeLille. Shelby Donker. Chelsea Dubois. Imari Engstrom. Jessica Flaska. Kelly Funk. Christo­ pher Grummet. Kersta Gus­ tafson. Kathryn Hauschil. Jessica Johnson. Jayne Kennicott. Michelle Nesbitt. Emily Nyland. Erica Peschel. Alicia Reynhout. Stacy Roberts. Troy Rock. Kyla Sisson. Holly Smith. Samantha Smith. Kassidy Sovern. Brittany Steensma. Chelsey Strumberger. Mi­ chael Texter and Katherine VanderWood. Honor roll — Garland Al­ lison. Maria Aubil. Ashley Ayers. Haley Babitz, Heather Betit,. Nicholas Boonstra. Amanda Bou­ whuis. Zachary Campbell. Ronald Christians. Blaine Dimond. Andrew Dragoo. Samantha Draper. Elizabeth Erway. Mitchell Fisher. Kristin Fredenburg. Jill Funk. Nico Galle . Sarah Garrett. Vanessa Glass. Travis Graham. Nicholas Heidt. Brittany Idema. Jessie Irwin. Tessa Kamp. Kristen Kidder. Ry an King. Bethany Kitzrow. Jestin Lewis. Re­ becca Linsea. Ryan McMa­ hon. Samantha, Miller. Mikel Moore. Jason Morley. Mat­ thew Morley . Michael Munjov. Brandon Pisoni. Kyle Selleck. Molly Slagel. Jor­ dan Smith. Nicholas Stark. Jason Terpstra. Isaac Thaler. Emily Vander Geld. Nicole Weidmann. Nicholas Wilke. Shannon Wingeier. Nicole Wood. Benjamin Ybema. Tabbatha Young. Travis Young and Alicia Zinn Need wedding invitations? 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WAYLAND, the effect locally,” says Mike Kelley, general Manager of W'ayland Ford and Chevy, "right now we’ve got over 300 lop-hne cars priced with payments below $249. some as low as $79 40 a month, it’s unprecedent­ the local consumer really benefits from these regional sales.” Surplus selected Wayland because of their central location and dealership Wayland Ford Wayland Chevy and are located just off US 131 at Exit 64'. size. "We’ve only got a few days to move 800 cars.” ed." Surplus liquidators Huge rebates and dis­ will team up with financ­ counts of up to S8.925 ing source AutoDebt are the cause of much of USA™ to provide spe­ the excitement. "Surplus cial financing during the Liquidators has picked event. “We’ve got some LIMIT 2 VEHICLES HJI HOLSE HOLD hud Advennciwem. 02002 Sv/plu VJ0-209 4STJ0 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVMarch 5, 2002 Historic season ends for Trojan varsity spikers Spelling Bee contestants were ready for the spell down Lowell 7th-grader wins regional spelling contest TK swats a shot at the net. (File photo by Perry Hardin) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The regional spelling bee at the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium on Feb. 26 started with "turban" Megan Dutcher (12) and ended 39 words later elevates for a spike. (File with "Swahili." Culver Redd, a seventh­ photo by Perry Hardin) grader at Lowell Middle School, was the winner and After setting a school re­ will now face 22 other re­ cord for wins this season, gional winners at the greater the Middleville Thornapple- Grand Rapids Bee Tuesday, Kellogg varsity volleyball March 19. The winner of team had its sights set on a that bee will go to Washing­ district title Saturday at Ot­ ton D.C. for the national sego. competition. TK reached the district fi­ Parents and teachers in the nal, but the host Bulldogs audience were amazed at the had plans of their own and difficulty of the words that took the title in three games, tripped up good spellers 8-15. 15-7 and 15-9. from Thornapple Kellogg The Trojans swept Plain- Middle School and nine well 15-10 and 15-7 to reach other schools. the finals, while Otsego This year's contestants pulled out 2-1 wins over were Kailee Aller, Jordan Wayland and Allegan. No Brown, Matt Dewitt, Justin ot Wyoming. George is a other details were available Edmondson, Elena Gorm­ graduate of Calvin Christian at press time. ley, Stephanie Kempher, High School. Carianne Kopp, Marie La­ zar. Mike Maksymowski, Anthony Mullenix, Becky Myers, Diannielle Nelson, H.J. Nieves, Jessica Parks, Megan Parks, Culver Redd, Danielle TenHaaf, Mike Texter and Elijah Town­ send. Judges were Gordon Dahlgren from TK Middle and Brad Warren WE CONSIDER YOU AS OCR EXTENDED FAMILY School from Wyoming West Ele­ mentary. The parent advo­ cate was Kim VanElst and the pronouncer was Steve Evans, both from TK Mid­ dle School. While Gormley won't for­ get "sapphire" has two ps and Texter will always re- Engagements Postema-Koster Cheryl Lynn Postema of Wayland and George John Koster III of Wyoming are planning a March 9, 2002 wedding at Leighton United Methodist Church, in Caledonia. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Linda and Greg­ ory Postema of Wayland. Cheryl graduated from Thornapple-Kellogg High School and Grand Rapids Community College. The groom-to-be is son of Susan and George Koster II LET US HELP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED! & Personal 'smon town’ service and town" know- how Z r j 4 J J member exacerbate doesn't have an "s," all the students demonstrated an affinity for only Brad pro­ Kim the contest and were not daunted by the results. DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-945-3512 JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES WORKERS ONLY Git Expedience snce 1969 REPAIRS BY PROFESSIONAL At the end Culver Redd (center) was the speller left standing. He is pictured with judges Warren and Gordon Dahlgren (seated) and nouncer Steve Evans and parent advocate VanElst. b Hastings Mutual Insurance Company COLLISION SPECIALISTS Kinsey Johnson Mam St. M-37 BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street • 891-0150 Daniel Urich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVUmJiJ'tiO?/!' >:? > Wrestling, from page 1 Pat McKeown bears down for a pin against Mason capped off a great day with a hard-fought 13-7 decision at 152. Reeder scored cru­ cial points in the waning seconds of both the first and second periods to steadily pull away. l>owell took an li-6 lead with a pin at 160 and a tech­ nical fall at 171, but Matt Erb earned a pin at 189 (2.46) to pul TK up 12-11. Those were the last points for the Trojans as Lowell won all nine of the remain­ ing matches, including six pins and two major deci­ sions. Pat McKeown lost an epic struggle at 130, 16-14. The Red Arrows beat Center Line 51-18 in the quarters and Eaton Rapids 53-16 in the semis. “Our kids worked their tails off to get here, and you can't take anything away from them," Lehman said. "We’re very pleased and proud." TK 40, Mason 17 Just prior to the semifinal matchup against the Bull­ dogs, Coach Lehman pre­ dicted a narrow 2- or 3-point outcome that could go either way. The Trojans made sure it was their way and then some, rattling Mason from the first match and turning in great performances from top to bottom. TK struck before the first wrestlers even took to the mat, sending the Bulldog sideline scrambling by mov­ ing Mike McKeown up a weight class to compete in the 125-pound opener. McKeown did his job and kept the match close, drop­ ping a 13-6 decision and surrendering only 3 team points. Pat McKeown followed up with a pin at 130 (3:16), and TK had a 6-3 lead it w ould never surrender. Kyle Ftetke got a huge 65 win in a tight match at 135. and a pin by Shawn || Michael ■Evans I’d in tint] << |9W \ll COVLKINU ||H I ri ter ior Lx ter UK ^■OVER 10 YEARS ^■oE QUALITY Call 795-3133 Reil at 145 (2:24) gave TK a 15-6 lead. Sophomore An­ drew Reeder stepped in at 152 and shocked the Bull­ dogs with a 4-2 win in a gutsy match that was score­ less through two periods. "In order to be in this po­ sition (competing in the state tournament), you have to have some other kids come through.” Lehman said. “Reeder’s win was a big one, and so was Kyle Tlctke’s.” Mark Price earned a ma­ jor decision (14-3) at 160, Josh Tobias took a 6-3 win at 171. and Matt Erb pinned his opponent at 189 (1:51). TK had won five straight matches, led 31 -6. and never looked back. Randy Benedict got a quick pin (:55) at heavy­ weight and Josh Bowerman won 4-0 at 112 to close out the scoring for the Trojans. “Everyone did their job,” Lehman said. “We had to keep some matches close, and we did.” Mason didn’t get a pin until the last match, and along with Mike McKe­ own’s effort at 125, Dayne Fletke held his own at 140 (a 6-2 decision), as did Alec Belson at 215 (8-4) and Kurt Huntington at 103 (7-2). Mason had a team point deducted before the heavy­ weight match for a technical violation against its bench. TK 43. Sparta 29 The Trojans opened this state quarterfinal with two straight pins from Josh Bowerman at 112 (3:35) and Mike McKeown at 119 (1:20), but Sparta took five of the next seven matches to come back and take a 24-22 lead. In that stretch. Pat McKe­ own notched a 13-1 major decision at 130 and Shawn Reil’s opponent at 145 had to withdraw due to injury . With Reil leading 7-2 in the first period. Mason's wres­ tler was momentarily knocked unconscious and could not continue. Josh Tobias came to the mat with the Trojans trail­ ing. built a 5-0 lead in the first period of the 171-pound match and led 7-3 in the third. Mason’s wrestler caught Tobias for a near fall, but Tobias reversed it and held on for a crucial 9-6 vic­ tory and a slim 25-24 lead. TK’s heaxies then took over to seal the win with three straight pins, including Mau Erb at 189 (2 58). Alec Belson at 215 (4.55) and Randy Benedict at heavy­ weight (1:55). 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"It took a while for us to put things together, but once we settled down and got into a better rhythm, things started going our way." PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real eUatr ad'eniunjt m [wpet n 1 m (hr Hh Howmj < ami (he Michigan Ci»ll Right! Act which collectively nuke it illegal tn adverti^ any prrfttrmt. hmitatv* « .hMfimmaivm boned cm race. inkw celt gvm u. handicap familial Uatnc. naiHmal <»igin age or martial uaiui <» an imcmum to injkr any M*h prefer ence limitation or diccnmmaoow " Familial ctahn include! children under the age nt IK living *th parent! or legal < uvkidian. pregnant w.anen ami people ceiMmg custody of children under I* nw. newspaper will rva knowingly accept any advertiyng fra real relate which it m vmlatirm rd the la* O* reader! are hereby informed that all dwelling! advrniMvj u I ho newvpapei are available on an equal opportunity haM« To report dtunminatirwi call the l aw Housing < enter al 6IA4M ?9Wi Tht HI IO Udi free telephone number (nr the hearing impaired it I IK KF 927 tjj The Fighting Scots led by only one. 14-13. at the end of the first quarter and by only three. 22-19, at the half, but pul together backto-back 15-pomt quarters in the second half, outscoring Kenowa Hills 30-19. to pull away. Travis Slot led Caledonia in scoring with 12 points, followed by Jeff DeBlaay with 10 and Nick Slot with 8. "It was good to get back into the win column going into next week's district," Tolsma said. "We play South Christian Tuesday and they are a very strong team. I think it is important to go in on a winning note." Caledonia finished up the regular season with a record of 11-9 overall. 9-6 in the OK Gold Conference. To­ night 's district playoff game against South Christian at Kelloggsville tips off at 6:30 p.m. Wyoming Park 72, Caledonia 65 The Scots shot the ball well and got balanced scor­ ing but couldn't quite pull the upset as the visiting Vi­ kings wrapped up the O-K Gold title on Feb. 26. Caledonia was in the game from start to finish, thanks to 17 points from TK eagers 4th in Blue The Middleville Thomapple-Kellogg varsity boys' basketball team has fallen Nick Slot. 12 from Greg Jous ma. 11 from Travis Slot into a bad habit al a bad time and 10 from Steve Yanosik, of year. The third slow start in asbut Drew Nenzel poured in many games for the Trojans 35 for Park to keep the Scots gave Rogers a head start, a step behind. and the Golden Hawks took JV Report full advantage for a 67-55 The JV Scots worked win on Friday night. overtime to beat Wyoming That's a huge concern." Park 73-62. outscoring the TK coach Kurt Holzhueter Vikings 15-4 in the extra pe­ said. "It's the third game in riod to pull out a hardI a row we've gotten off to in­ fought game. credibly poor starts. We Ryan Rogers led the JV really stepped up the inten­ (15-4, 12-3 in the Gold) sity in the second half, but with 24 points and seven re­ against a good team like bounds. Abe Mulvihill had Rogers, we couldn't quite 13 points and five boards, and Zach Larson netted 13 catch up.” A quick 6-0 burst to open points as well. Mike Mesethe third quarter cut Rogers' car added 8 points. The JV lost to Unity lead to 34-29 and seemed to put the Trojans back in busi­ Christian 58-45 on Feb. 22. The Scots led through ness, but the Hawks more three quarter but were outthan answered the challenge. scored 19-3 in the fourth. "1 thought we really had Abe Mulvihill scored 14 them on the ropes and a lot points. Zach Larson had 12 of momentum, but we let and Brad Swartz 10 in a bal­ them blow it open at that anced scoring attack Larson point," Holzhueter said. also pulled down six re­ Rogers enjoyed a 56-36 bounds. cushion at the end of the On Feb. 19. the JV took a third. 2-point win over South Chris Finkbeiner scored Christian 47-45. 16 points in the second half After a 16-16 tie at the and 20 in the game to go half, the Scots surged into with seven rebounds and the lead and held on for the four steals. Brian Yeazel had win. Abe Mulvihill led all 18 points and nine rebounds, scorers with 21 points and and John Yeazel scored 7. Mike Mesecar scored 15, The loss meant TK fin­ but it was Ryan Rogers who ished the regular season 13hit the winning bucket at the 7 overall and 8-6 in the O-K buzzer. Blue, tied for fourth in the conference with Hamilton. Calvin Christian (13-1), Rogers (10-4) and Coopers­ ville (9-5) finished 1-2-3. The host Trojans opened the district playoffs with a game Monday night against Delton-Kellogg. The paper MARCH MAONESS * [ 1 Wil 11AM GAVIN .. £ T. 7 RUSTY KERMTEN JACK MARTIN RICHARD LEVAY * TK's Zeb Truer (22). went to press before tipoff. For results, call the Sports Desk at 616-945-9554 ext. 227 or the TK Athletic Of­ fice at 795-5432. The winner of Monday’s game plays Hastings on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The district championship game is Saturday at 1:30 p.m. TK 71, Byron Center 56 This time, TK overcame a sluggish start against the Bulldogs on Feb. 27 to win its last regular-season home game. The Trojans had trouble scoring early but played solid defense to lead 12-6 after one quarter After boosting (he lead to 28-16 al the half, a huge 27-poinl third quarter salted the game away. Twelve players scored for TK. led by Chris Finkbe­ iner's 19 points. Zeb Truer scored a season-high 12 points, and Brian Yeazel had 10 points, seven rebounds, three steals and three assists. Brett Knight chipped in 9 points. A \ JIM Mil LER TERRV NILES TIM GAVIN Caledonia JV hockey report The Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team look the league lead with an 8-5 win over West Ottawa at Kentwood Arena on Feb. 23. In a very physical contest, Corey Kelly was deadly ac­ curate with several blue-line slap shots. Kelly racked up six goals for a Texas hat trick, with teammates Ted McCoy and Pal McMahon scoring the other goals. As­ sists went to Brandon John. Jeff Moore. Ted McCoy and Corey Kelly. David Maylone and Brian Maul shared the net duties. The win put the team in the league lead heading into the home stretch of the sea­ son. Try-outs for the Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team will take place later in March. Look lor school announcements and newspaper listings for the date and time. Youth football signups March 16 The Middleville Youth Football League will hold signups for the fall 2002 season on Saturday. Mar. 16 from 9-11 a.m. in the high school gym foyer. Al present, only next year’s seventh- and eighth­ grade athletes will be eligi­ ble as the MYFL is joining a new league. Cost to partici­ pate will be S35. which in­ eludes equipment. Checks can be made payable to Middleville Youth Football. In addition, those inter­ ested in coaching can fill out an interest form during the registration process. Anyone with questions can contact varsity football coach Tim Penfield at 795-5400 ext. 4457. 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Besides a complete dinner menu of Chicken Francaisse, salad, vegetables, beverages and desert at Pa­ gano’s, comedic entertain­ ment was provided by "Fishschlick/an improvisa­ tional troupe The event had an enthusiastic turnout in spite of the winter storm. Six volunteers were se­ lected for honorable mention at the event. • Tim DeJohn, manager at Caledonia laimbcr. has con­ tributed and acted as a part­ ner to the CEF grant recipi­ ents Caledonia Lumber has provided materials, input and services to grants such as the Middle School's Wood Duck Project, Em­ mons Lake's It Beats Four Walls, and the Kettle Lake Nature Trail. The CEF evening program stated, "Grant recipients know they can count on Caledonia Lumber to be generous. The CEF and its grant recipients appreciate Caledonia Lumber's in­ volvement and support in our community." DeJohn said. "We’ve just helped the schools out when they need items for making things." Beyond grant pro­ jects. the company has also helped provide material for stage sets, and other events. • Gloria Schram volun­ teers at Caledonia Elemen­ tary and is the PTO presi­ dent there. She has run the Walk for Funds project for two years and is involved with many PTO sponsored activities, such as the book fairs and holiday workshop. "The elementary can al­ ways count on Gloria being on top of all the many de­ tails for an event. She's very organized! Caledonia Ele­ mentary is a better place be­ cause of Gloria." the CEF brochure said. • Deb McCarty "has been an outstanding volunteer at Emmons Lake Elementary." since the school began. the CEF program explained. She has been active in PTO and has been involved in such activities as carnival, reading incentive and fluo­ ride programs. SCRIP and book fairs. In addition McCarty has volunteered in classrooms, chaperoned field trips, and worked with students indi­ vidually. "Her positive atti­ tude, love for children and desire to help make her in­ valuable to Emmons Lake Elementary and our school district, the evening program proclaimed. • June Huyser. a lifelong Dutton resident, volunteers as a tutor at Dutton Elemen­ tary, usually with students of teacher Colleen Cartwright. She is involved through the Grandparent Volunteer pro­ gram and shows up every Monday. The CEF program said. "Huyser works with some of the most challenging stu­ dents and does a fantastic job." She goes with the students who are behind in their work, in the library. "They all seem to enjoy it." Huyser said, because other students also want to go for the help and attention. "I’ve done this for eight or nine years with different teachers," she said. "I have also taught Sunday School for about 50 years. I enjoy it." • Ken Yonker has for three years committed to the Caledonia High School mentorship program. Yonker has worked with a young man on a weekly ba­ sis. offering encouragement and helping to set goals for his future. Yonker also has served the community on several school building committees and is always a willing do­ nor to booster and school or­ ganizations, the CEF pro­ gram stated. • Crystal Bcllgraph has volunteered for more than 10 years at Kettle I-ake Ele­ mentary to work with both students and families, as well as being a day care pro­ vider at home. She has served as Kettle Lake's PTO president for four years, and has worked on many com­ mittees which organize events such as the Fall Fund-raiser, Oktoberfest, Holiday Craft Day, Staff Appreciation Day and more. At the school district level, she helped create the Family Links program at the Middle School, has worked on the last two bond com­ mittees and is serving on the Caledonia Area Pool Com- See volunteers, pg. 2 June Huyser, a Dutton volunteer, Tim DeJohn of Caledonia Lumber, Gloria Schram who volunteers at Caledonia Elementary, High School volunteer Ken Yonker , and Deb McCarty. Emmons Lake volunteer, were each selected by the different schools to be honored. Not shown, Crystal Bellgraph, Kettle Lake volunteer. TK school board supports sports league realignment for the realignment is that in by Patricia Johns most cases it involve less Staff Writer The members of the Thor­ traveling distance to play napple Kellogg Board of opponents. The White Tier is for Education approved a rea­ lignment of their athletic di­ schools with student popula­ vision at the Feb. 25 board tions of 750 to 1299. Be­ sides Thornapple Kellogg, meeting. Superintendent Midge the South Division would Pippel presented the sug­ include Wayland, Hastings, gested realignment from the Caledonia, Byron Center, O-K Blue designation to the South Christian and Hud­ White Tier South Division. sonville Unity Christian. The new designation, if She told the board that ath­ letic director Mark Uyl was approved by the member in favor of the new realign­ schools in the O-K Confer­ ment because it would es­ ence, becomes effective tablish some local rivalries with the 2003-2004 aca­ and have schools of similar demic year. Board member Dan size competing against one another. Another argument Parker told his colleagues this was a good move but he was concerned that not all schools in the division par ticipate in all varsity sports. For example, Unity Chris­ tian does not have a footbail program. Parker was assured that this would not be a problem. Marty Wenger noted that friendly neighborly rivalries would bring lots of interest and fans to the stands if last year’s post-season playoff football game against Wayland is any guide. More details on schedules will come closer to the 2003 school year. Vote results to be posted in Banner The polls in the village someone to fill the open filled during the most recent elections did not close yes­ trustee’s seat which was not election. terday. Monday. March 11. until 8 p.m., too late to make the Sun and News deadline for this week. Complete results from the Village of Freeport and the Lepard asks to increase density in Village of Middleville will PUD development be printed in the Thursday, Whitneyville - 69th Street properly March 14. edition of the Banner. rezoned for commercial use An election roundup with Dance planned to help support new interviews of some of the Caledonia Library winning candidates will be printed in the Sun and News Shelbyville man pulls knife on local Tuesday, March 19. deputies The Freeport Village Council will have to name In This Issue Six honorees receive flowers and other tokens of recognition for their voluntary contributions to the vanous Caledonia schools Crystal Bellgraph Tim DeJohn. June Huyser. Glona Schram. Deb McCarty and Ken Yonker were selected for this first celebration of volunteerism in Caledonia. �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 12. 2002 Stapich-Hunter exchange vows Volunteers recognized, from page 1 mittee. "Her tireless efforts to help students, staff and par­ ents is greatly appreciated and treasured," the CEF bro­ chure commented. CEF has been organized to raise foundation grant funds, which will raise in­ come from foundation funds to be used for school-related projects which do not fall under common school fund­ ing resources. Grants given from 1999 to 2001 included six "Startup” grants, the Wood Duck Pro­ ject, FOCAL, the Mackinac Island Trip, The Pond. The Rainforest, It Beats Four Walls, and the Ropes Course and Nature Trail. Foundation President Mike Gall, acting as facilita­ tor for the festivities, said the Foundation, in its fourth year, is trying "to begin a tradition of honoring and recognizing the volunteers of Caledonia who provide the energy augmenting the community" in ways that money alone cannot do. All of the school volun­ teers were invited, but only a handful were specially honored. "What we hope will hap­ pen is we will have honorees from business, churches, and other community organiza­ tions that fill all the gaps that hold the community to­ gether We want to celebrate the people who volunteer and knit the community to­ gether. This is a start of Caledonia Education Foundation President. Mike Gall acted as facilita­ tor of the event, which included a sit-down din­ ner and comedic enter­ tainment provided by “Fishschtick.’ an improvi­ sation troupe something we hope will happen on a regular basis." Gall said. "We hope to encourage the kinds of interactions be­ tween the business commu­ nity, the schools, and the people who belong to our community to interact and build the kind of energy it takes to build a strong com­ munity." Susie Hall is chairwoman of the events committee of CEF, who helped coordinate the dinner. Suzanne Knight and Carolyn Price serve with her on the committee. Price also serves on the In spite of inclement weather, the event had a great turnout, and Caledonia community members took time to chat and network before the celebration. CEF President Mike Gall, left, and events committee Chairman Susie Hall, right, chat with others interested in volunteerism in the community. board of directors of the foundation. "We look at this as the be­ ginning of pulling us ail to­ gether; the old and the new,” Hall said. “There are thou­ sands of volunteers that come into our schools every year, so this touches only a very small corner of the whole. But the ones who were called were very ex­ cited to be picked as the ones this time. They do it because it’s fun and because it’s the right thing to do. "But this is not just a cele­ bration of the school volun­ teers," she said. ’’We would like to have the village, the township, and the library in­ volved over the next year, also. "I have the fun job," Hall said. 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The students, their home­ towns and their types of de- The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library invites adult readers to get together Wednesday after­ noon, April 3. at the library for a friendly, informal dis­ cussion of some great books. Copies of the featured title are available at each Correction TmOVTC~ OUTPOST; | j , | The parents of the bride are Susan Stapish of Caledonia and Ben Stapish of Yankee Springs. The par ents of the groom are Bonnie Lou Dick (deceased) and Alex and Luann Dick of Sterling Heights. Ml A wedding reception is being planned for June of 2002. Two local students make Spring Arbor dean's list Book discussion set at Caledonia Library movie OUTPOST Easter Holiday Gift Ideas to the dinner from as far away as Rockford, after in­ volvement in those activities earlier that day. Kirk Hunter and Rebecca Stapish were married Jan 5. 2002 in Las Vegas, Nev at the Excaliburs Canterbury Chapel. The maid of honor was the sister of the bride, Jennifer Stapish. of Caledonia. Ml The best man was Dan Van Buhler, brother-in-law of the groom of Waterford. Ml The picture identified as father Dave Cusack, included with the memori­ al article, was in error last week. This is Fr. Cusack. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads library’s checkout desk. The session will be at I p.m. April 3. featuring “The Greatest Generation” by Tom Brokaw, at (he Cale­ donia branch, 240 Emmon St. For more information, call 647-3840. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIMarch 12. 2002'Page 3 Kettle Lake Science Day features a constellation Karlie Ross, Joshua McKay. Anthony Sterzick, Cody Madison and Cory Phillip learn how craters are made from two parent volunteers, by dropping golf balls into sand. Even fifth grade students are in awe of the “night sky" as parent volunteer Nancy Andreano, points out the different constellations. Zach VanderMeer, Matt Sanborn and Melissa Hulst take turns working the remote control “lunar rovers" over the "moon’s surface." by (athy L. Ruder Staff Writer Remember the giant whale in the Kettle Lake Elementary gymnasium last year? It was topped this year by the whole constellation system right there in the gym. Thanks to the efforts of Science Day Coordinator Mary Heller, her husband Tom, “Ms. Science" Bev Sheehan and many parent volunteers. Kettle Lake stu­ dents learned such things as how craters arc made and what happens when gravity takes over. They tried their hands al driving a “lunar rover” on the “moon" and even saw the night sky in broad daylight, among other curious space information. For those who are curious themselves, the “night sky” was made by poking holes, according to star patterns, in the lop of black sheeting and blowing it up into a big “balloon" that the students could walk right into. ontempo Kids Rainbow Studio Now open for your comfort and theirs! • Baby's First Haircut... FREE! • Boys & Girls thru age 10 $10.00 • Boys & Girls ages 11 -12 $12.00 Blow dry & curling iron extra Plus, a special treat for the kids after every haircut from our Treasure Chest! Sherri is so thankful for all your prayers and cards during her recovery. She will be returning to our staff March 25. Stop in to say hello & schedule your future appointments. ■* Contempo Salon Q Jnil ~ SaleA Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1095 Drunk driver arrested twice in two days A 38-year-old Plainwell drunk driving charge and man arrested by the Hast- charges of forging a vehicle ings City Police Feb. 25 for registration plate. driving with an illegal bod­ ily alcohol content of .14percent was arrested again the next night by the Barry County Sheriff s Office for driving with a .13-percent BAC. The man, who has not been arraigned on either charge, also had $15,000 cash in a bag inside his vehi­ cle when he was arrested by Deputy Rob Horrmann after the man drove up on the scene of an accident on Yan­ kee Springs Road. In the first incident, Hast­ ings police responded to a report of a possible drunk driver in the Felpausch park­ ing lot at 12:30 a m. Officers followed the car out of the parking lot and witnessed the car travel to the right side of the road “jerking” back to the left slightly as it came close to the curb. The car also weaved be­ fore it slopped for the offi­ cers, police reported. The man told police he had two dnnks before driving the car that night, which was regis­ tered to an Ohio vunnan In the Feb. 26 incident, the man explained that the large amount of cash was his life savings and that he would rather lock it in the car until bonding out of jail. “He began adamantly de­ nying that the money was in any way related to narcotic sales." police reported. Officers called a drug sniffing dog and one mari­ juana cigarette was found inside the bag with the money. The suspect was lodged m the Barry County Jail on $100 bond for suspi­ cion of drunk dnv mg. He is also facing an additional �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, MVMarch 12, 2002 ‘Cinderella' to be staged at South Christian High asie in the SCHS office Monday, March 18. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s enchanting version of the story features a charming pnnce (Justin Gunnink). an unpleasant stepmother (Nancee Moes), self-serving stepsisters (Tracy Sikma and Suzzy Lockwood), and a feisty godmother (Kate Lyzenga) all who try to impact Cinderella's life in some way. Despite the diffi­ Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical Cinderella will be presented Thursday, Friday and Saturday. March 21,.22 and 23, the South Christian High School audi­ torium. This story will be present­ ed on all three evenings at 7:30 p.m. and as an added bonus, a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee has been scheduled for the 23rd. Reserved seats are $5 each and they go on Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAH 1ST CHURCH A Living Chun h - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School..................................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY . 10:45 a m. .......................... 6 00 p.m. Family Niglr 6:30 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles CHURCH COMMUNITY a place to belong, a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 930 & 11 00 a m. Youth Ministry................................................. 891-0576 Meeting at the Cross Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Detuiv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 6'6-891-0287 Visit our web site www bngbtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chun-h with a caring heart for our couufiunitx and the world" Sunday Worship ........................9:30 a m and 6:00 pun (Child & Adult) (Dun ng the School Year) Her. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Timeyer. Community Calling Church Office (616) 891 -1512 M-37 al 100th Si CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH culty of Irving with her step­ mother and stepsisters. Cinderella (Laura Estelle) cheerfully bears her burden, knowing that somewhere, someday, things will get bet­ ter. Meanwhile, the king (Steve Wikjer) and queen (Sarah Winkle) are paying for the prince's ball. The chef (Dan Koetje) and Steward (Chuck Terpstra) look forward to serving an elegant meal. Everything seems to be coming together. As usual, when the ball is held, the longsuffering Cinderella stays behind at the house only to be encour­ aged to attend by her spunky Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wcd FeHow*h«P 7 30 p m KAY TOTVSFSD \OKMAS KSORR. AmooMc Pwtw 891-8028 • e-mail Ietghton9iserv.net FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bnxr N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor <»ary Weaver. Musk Minhter Pastor David Stewart. CE Children* Pastor 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Sunday School 9 45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11 DO a.m. Sunday Evening Service . 6 00 p.m. WednexLiy Mid Week Prayer.................. 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.................................. 6:45 p.m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p m 9255 84th Street. Alto. MI 49302 Ow mile east of Wfulneyvtlle Rd Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH wElrS JrBletbobiSt (Eljiird) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 12300 We« M 179 Hifhwa) Ckf Noonday Road) VUylMd. Ml 49Ug . 795 790) Meeting om - through Reina* Messages DyaarmcMuuc Qnahry OaidCwemd Programs OUM UAKK COMMUNITY CWUnCM WordupHom 900am Md 1030Uk. Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 86Z6437 HURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pgagcchurch At (yoen CumuunuFy Camput fui hhnuFiy nn^ Seeoux i Redeemer Covenant Church A Member of me Evongehcoi Coverxant Churcnes of Amenco Pastor Paul M. Hillman 6951 Hanna Lake. Dutton 616-698-8001 9 30~^\ A.M 1 Worship, 11:00 AM Chr Ed 600 PM Wed , Family , f “Wr are changed by God’s love'” MouAuia A CXLEDOMA rr UNITED METHODIST On Shedding Your Grave Clothes Worship Service 8 30 a m and ! 1 OU a m (Jr Church at II00only ) Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Carr a^adaNe thrvurixwi the bxxium Res Norman Kotms (6161 891-816? Church Office 616-891 8669 / Fas 891 8648 u w * cakdomaunK org 4-' St Paul Lutheran Church ■ (Missouri Sijnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia 800AM Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service 930AM HOOAM Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services 1»ave a Nurvenj available Barrier Free www iserv net - stpeul Pastor Robert Gerke • Partor David Ziehr Office S91S6S5 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northuvsl of Gun Lake) 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving lhe Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship . .10:00 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmetee Morning Wonhp 930 om Mddtev«e Mornrg Worshp SaxZiy School (Jr mgh 4 AdUh) Nursery ■ Gode 5 Sr rtgh - Sun Eveong Jr High - Godes 66. Wed Evenrg .. 1100 am 945am 1100 am 600600 p m 600-7 30 pm Rev fjee /Mchman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65^5 WAY Check our web site www. wavfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 250 V inc Street tM-37 lo Emmons lo V inc I Mar. T : crafts and snacks. Good Shepherd is located at 908 Main St, For more informa­ tion. call 795-2391. In Hastings the Lenten Luncheons continue Thurs­ days at the First Presbyte­ rian Church. Lunch is served at noon in the Leason Sharpe Hall at noon and is followed by a worship serv­ ice at 12:30. The church is located at 231 S, Broadway. Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m. Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.................................................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School.............................1100 a m. Adult Bible Class................................... 11.00a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 10 00 a m 11:15 a m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Phone 891-9259 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 1050 am paaar ij^yd Df Vomer. Sr. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor . .5:00 p.m. 9 45 am. Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 Kraft Avenue al Johnson Street Saturday Esening Mass Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship . 830 a.m & 11 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 9 45 a.m. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service.........................6:30 pm Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) Wednesday .6 30 p.m Prayer Meeting Wednesday 6:30 p m Youth Fellowdiip - Sunday................. 6 00 p m. ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whitneyvilte Ave jR 250 Vine Street in Caledo­ nia. Call 891-866*) for more information. In Middleville the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church continues the Shepherd’s Story Hour for preschoolers and their parents on Tues­ days through through March 19. The story hour features a walk through Holy Week. The program starts at 10 a.m. and includes songs. The Caledonia United Methodist Church continues the series “From Sacrifice to Celebration” led by Pastor Benjamin Kohns at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. March 13. It will be preceded by sup­ per (at a nominal cost) at 5:45 p.m. Each program in the se­ ries will be held on consecu­ tive Wednesdays during the lenten season. The church is located at Leighton Church Praise Singing in the prince and Cinderella marry ing and living “happily ever after.” Lenten season events planned Community of Church School. Sunday the prince find true love, but only after a number of twists and turns that eventually end godmother. After enchanting transformations, Cinderella goes to the ball, and she and 1 1 tfy C7 A Place for Famih 1 > rmd» 6201 WtamcvMUe Avenue Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 930 am Sunday School for All Ages 10-45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Koger Buhman • Church Office 848-4391 Lakeside 2415 McCann Rd. In Irviing) Sunday Tims* 9:15 A.M. Momin< Prayer (Holy Comrunior 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev David T. Must wick uclxcl 8546 WMneyvHte Ave a? m Sr • 89L866) "The Church where everybody n somebody and Jesus is Ixird” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sanaa/Scnoa 930am Snaoy Momrg Wonnc) 10 30 a m Meehng ar cnapei on WhmeyvAe A/e Sunday Evenrg Wore 600 pm Wed MKJwee* ?fdyer b Bfcie Study 700 pm Sev ^crxx Suys Payor • Kor Bcsixx Assoc ^asror Aecf/e whmeyvieDde org �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML March 12. 2002 Page 5 Home occupation businesses still an issue view. Township Manager Dave Zylstra said the ordinance typically requires a site plan review when a commercial building was being built, but this was not intended for that use. He agreed the size of the building was unusual, however. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the request would meet the special use requirement if it was only 1.200 square feet as the or­ dinance specifies. Neighbors feel the large building would have an adverse effect on community character. Commissioner John Finkbeiner compared his 8.000square-foot dairy barn with the proposed horse barn and said it was far larger than the allowable 1.200 square feet, which could have an impact in a development. Even though on 10 acres, it poses a dilemma, when no other barns in the area are that large. Youngsma said a DEQ permit would not be needed for the building if outside the setback. He said the cited gravel would be moved to another location. He said the building was not intended to be an agricul­ tural building and was to be only 21 feet high and would be sided to harmonize with the house, for a minimal im­ pact. The motion included sev­ eral stipulations to be met: • DEQ documentation of setbacks from the wetlands was felt necessary. Property line setbacks were also to be observed. • Soil erosion permits from the Kent County Road Commission and silt dams to protect the wetlands would be required. • A horse manure disposal plan was to be provided and storage was to be main­ tained at 100 feet from the wetlands area. • A deed restriction against commercial use was to be provided. • Building materials were to match the house. • Screening of the barn from neighbors view was to be provided. Five of seven commis­ sioners were present, one withdrawn, with four re­ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Josh Powers, a sixth grader at CMS. kept his good humor even through a taste of being wheelchair bound CMS holds ‘Disabilities Awareness Week’ Larry Townes, although confined to a wheelchair, demonstrated his ability as an excellent marksman at a ‘Disabilities Awareness Week’ assembly. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The students of Caledonia Middle School may now have a better understanding of the challenges that face students with disabilities. Last week, the Middle School hosted a Disabilities Awareness Week.’ Students were able to experience some of the difficulties asso­ ciated with having a particu­ lar disability by various ac­ tivities. For example, those challenges included maneu­ vering a wheelchair around the halls just to get a drink. Josh Powers, a sixth grader at CMS seemed a lit­ tle surprised that the wheel­ chair was “kind of difficult to steer in and everything.** He was emphatic when asked if he would want to be in rt all the time: “NO!” A highlight of the week was when Larry Townes ap­ peared at an assembly on Friday afternoon. Townes is confined to a wheelchair and has use of only one hand. He is also a good marksman with a compound bow. Bet­ ter than good, in fact. When Townes let his first arrow fly (he pulls back the arrow with his teeth, holding the bow with his good hand), it was a good shot by many standards. He hit the outer circle of the target. It seems he was setting the scene for an even better show though, as the next four arrows hit the cen­ ter of the target. The grand show of marks­ manship w as a good way Io let students know that there is a lot of ability, even with a disability. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival ^TALENT SHOW Friday, April 26 Call 726-1077 or 852-0882 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • A^es 18 and over Accessory buildings linked to home occupation businesses has been a con­ cern for Caledonia Town­ ship planning commission­ ers. which led to them ta­ bling one request March 4 and adding several condi­ tions to another for a horse arena. Dennis and Debora Hiemstra engaged attorney Jeff Youngsma as spokesman for their request to put up an in­ door riding arena and barn of 5500 square feet on a par­ cel with two houses and a smaller barn used as a non­ commercial dog kennel. Youngsma enumerated several reasons why the site met the requirements of the zoning ordinance, down­ playing a recent letter dated Feb. 22 from Chuck Dodg­ ers with the DEQ over a wetlands violation. The violation was gravel filling in a 20 X 15 foot area along the fencerow near a wetlands area, Youngsma said, and not because of the proposed building site. The fill would be mitigated, he said. However the southeast comer of the proposed horse barn was still too close to the wetlands, so the building would need to be placed at an angle. The northeast cor­ ner of the barn would be moved 10 to 12 feet. The site plan was still very vague, and did not identify where the wetlands delineation was. which led to a request for a more de­ tailed plan before the re­ quest could be dealt with. If the design plan was moved, and if all the setback re­ quirements were met. no ad­ ditional DEQ permit was necessary, Youngsma said. Commissioners previ­ ously had asked for a land split proposal to accommo­ date the barn and the two houses with all the appropri­ ate setbacks and frontage re­ quirements included. This was not adequate, because a minimum of three acres for one parcel would be re­ quired. Though the bam would be large, the Hiemstras agreed it would never be put to a commercial use. They needed a special use permit because of the size and lot configuration, Youngsma said. Letters were sent to com­ missioners. bo»h opposed and in favor of building the barn. Newly appointed Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier. who is a neighbor op­ posed to the bam recused himself, and spoke for ten citizens who signed a peti­ tion against the proposal and asked for denial of the spe­ cial use. He asked the com­ mission take time to review the situation thoroughly. He said if the application had been completed, lack of clarity over the wetland and property line setbacks would have prevented its consid­ eration. Commissioner Wally Bujak said the building size maining. The proposal was approved in a 3-1 vote. Another request by Rick and Debra Kelch on Cherry Valley Avenue for permis­ sion to put up a barn was ta­ bled one more time. The couple uses a portion of an existing 1.850-squarefoot barn for a craft busi­ ness. They have several ve­ hicles and pieces of equip­ ment in the yard which they would like to store inside, which requires more space of some sort. The options are either to put up a large barn farther back on the property and tear down the present barn, or to put up a second 1,200 square foot accessory build­ ing w hich would be allowed on the existing three acres. The Kelches could continue to use the old barn for the craft business. Kelch said the larger building he was requesting would be only five feet longer and five feet wider than the building in use at present, but he w anted to tear down the unsightly old building and improve the property. Neighbor Don Miesen who lives across the road objected to allowing the business in the large acces­ sory building. Miesen said he and his wife were business owners. He said his chbicc of home location was to get away from the busy-ncss of that life. He mentioned how growth had led to the noise of the airport, sand mining trucks delivering materials to M-b. He mentioned how Cherry Valley had become unsafe due to poor repair, with four cars going into ra­ vines close to his own drive­ way. He read headlines about how business expansion was being resisted in residential Continued on page 6 * Mabel Lucie-Children sAttwell * Kona Hw CAUCD 5 3m DO 3ALE TAKES I C QUtsnOHS. * ycwicci ^rtd»y 8 »m-7 pm Saturday 9 amJiJO P” [ • Hulst Cleaners Pick Up Station • I —----------——»—«----------------- S8S888S8S888888883S to Kf/) Saturday, March 16th 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Dutton Christian Middle School Gym 6729 Hanna Lake Road S.E. Caledonia. Ml (Comer of 68th Street and Hanna Lake Road) Come choose from hundreds of gently used chi! dren's clothing and toys under one roof’ There will also be representatives from Creative Memories, Mary Kay, Party Lite, to mention a few - many more! Don’t miss this great sale! It’s Finally Here! 1821 N. East St.. Hastings, MI 49058 Opening Mid-March 2002 • ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE FOR SENIORS Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 ■ .........................._________________________________________________________________________________________________ �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. MI March 12. 2002 property. He suggested would have a total of 3050 screening of a dumpster square feet. A second build­ would also help. He said if ing for personal use would the barn was clearly for require a special use permit home use only, the neigh­ from the Planning Commis­ areas. bor’s objections would not sion. ZyIstra pointed out that Miesen said he was of the have been raised. Gunnink no home occupation activity opinion that a hqme site visit agreed. was to be conducted in a when the Kelch home occu­ Some commissioners be­ building larger than 1.200 pancy business was re­ lieved the underlying need square feet, a matter affect­ quested would have resulted for increased space was to ing code enforcement. in refusing the permit. He "grow the business." Warner suggested one 40 objected to cars, vehicles The commissioners have x 60 foot building (2.400 and equipment, which may seen a trend of such busi­ square feet) farther back be seen all over the yard. He nesses increasing activity might ultimately be the bet­ also opposed a request along with a need for space ter solution, resulting in all across from his home for a in residential neighborhoods the vehicles in the yard be­ building several times big­ where commercial opera­ ing stored inside. He said ger than the one Miesen’s tions were never intended. denial could result in contin­ own "business has resided in There is an additional fair­ ued problems with vehicles, for almost 20 years." ness issue for those whose equipment and dumpsters. He said if other requests businesses are in commer­ The township would be trad­ including one of his own in cial or industrial areas where ing a larger building farther future, to put a business be­ taxes are higher. off the road to reduce clut­ hind their homes were ap­ Bujak said the Ketches ter. he said. He suggested proved, then the Kelch re­ had placed an ad in the meanwhile. Kelch might quest to enlarge should also Grand Rapids Press looking store some of the equipment be approved. for dealers. The point at off site in the interest of Kelch explained his busi­ which an owner is attempt­ good will. The applicant asked to ta­ ness was never intended to ing to accommodate to busi­ become a full-fledged manu­ ness expansion on a home ble his request with plans to return next month with exact facturing plant. He said onesite is one earmarking a third of the building would situation for revoking a drawings for the options dis­ be used for the craft busi­ home occupation permit, cussed. ness, which would never be and this was mentioned sev­ larger than it is now, and eral times related to the was limited by the work he Kelch request. In such a and his wife could do. They case a business owner would do no work during the win­ move to a properly zoned ter months, he said, and the site. Bujak favored denial of work done is so quiet, no the request. Mercier agreed, one knew they were there, and suggested the applicant In the tradition of until they asked to put up a ask to build a second 1,200Antiques Road Show, the new barn. square-foot building. Kelch said he was con­ Residential zoning is pro­ Caledonia Branch of Kent fused as to why a new better tected by keeping business District Library will present ’’Antiques. Trinkets and looking building, placed space below a certain size. back 150 feet from the road A clearer definition between Treasures” at 7 p.m. would be a bad thing. commercial manufacturing Monday. March 25. This program for adults Planning Commission and a craft business was will take place at the ('hairman Archie Warner thought Io be needed. Caledonia Township Hall, agreed getting the vehicles If Kelch kept his 1,850inside, especially those used square-foot building, and 25OMaple St. Antiques in the business, would im­ added a second 1,200- expert Larry Fill will appraise treasured items and prove the appearance of the square-foot building, he talk about antique collecting. Registration is required, and participation is limited to 40. Participants will be OPEN 6 DAYS asked to tell library staff a Week what kind of item they will Evenings Always be bringing. Available Larry Fill, of Larry Fill HAIR DESIGNERS Estate Service, is a soughtafter lecturer and educator on antiques and collectibles. For more information or V DON’T BE LEFT OUT to register for Antiques, IN THE COLD! Trinkets and Treasures, please call the Caledonia Call now for your Branch of Kent District tanning appointment & Library at 647-3840. Home occupation businesses, from page 5 Caledonia Library planning ‘Antiques, Trinkets, Treasures' -Sltemf ileasnve Qur Bulbs Are Hoti look great for spring! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Call 945-9554 for dassified ads The Tom Zalaoras Big Band will be providing the music at the fundraiser spon­ sored by The Friends of the Caledonia Library on April 20 at Rafaella’s by Pa ganos. Tickets are available at the library. Dance to help support new Caledonia Library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Caledonia residents can polish up their dancing shoes and get ready to swing on April 20, when swing music will fill Rafael­ la’s by Pagano’s as residents move to the music and dance in support of the Cale­ donia Public Library. The Tom Zalaoras Orches­ tra is preparing swing and light jazz numbers for a spe­ cial evening. This event. sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Library, is part of their working to raise funds to support the con­ struction of a new library. Zalaoras leads a 13-piece “big band” orchestra he bought in the 1940s. Eight of the current members are from the original band. He and his band have played for proms, corporate events and Shriner’s balls throughout the greater Grand Rapids area. They TKMS wrestlers win Comstock Park tourney On Saturday. Feb. 23 the young Trojans journeyed to Mill Creek to battle in the Comstock Park Team Tournament. The Wrestlers started off the day with Allendale and were able to come away with a 96-15 win. The next opponent for TK was Rockford East, which proved to be a very challeng­ ing match for the Middleville wrestlers. The final score was TKMS 61, Rockford 45. In the final, the Trojans wrestled Mill Creek, which had just beaten a very solid Rockford Nonh team. The TK Wrestlers were able to get some wins early in the meet and were able to get the better of Mill Creek 82-27 in the finals. TK wrestlers who were undefeated for the day were Scott Blood, Mike Hooper, Tim Hall. Jordan Smith, Travis Young. Isaac Thaler. Henry Smith, Mike Munjoy, Mike James and Derrick Brock. While the A Team was at Mill Creek, the B Team was Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACT/05-ads and reach over 11,000 area homes. at Godwin wrestling in a nine team individual tourna­ ment. The TK team placed fifth overall with the out­ standing coaching jobs done by Mr. Bird and Mr Brown Place winners were Chase Rairigh fourth, Tim Huizenga third. Kyle Selleck fourth, Justin Koza fourth, Mark Brown third, Ryan Sission fourth. William Bird fourth. Andrew Schultz third. Andrew Shanahan third. Josh Collier third, Chris Grummet third, and Don Johnson fourth. This was an outstanding performance for the young wrestlers and is another example of the depth of the wrestling program both at the Middle School and at the High School levels. On Thursday the A team travel to Caledonia and the B team went to Mill Creek to compete to dual meets. The TK wrestlers did an outstanding job against the Caledonia squad. The Trojans came home with a 51-9 victory over the Fighting Scots. With this win over Caledonia the young wrestlers from Middleville now have a fine dual meet record of 16-1 going into the last week of dual meet competition. If the young wrestlers can remain focused during the next week of practice it should be a very exciting tournament on March 16 The Trojans will get an opportunity to avenge their early loss against the Bulldogs from Byron Center have recently played during one of the Middle Villa Inn's big band nights as well. The band’s selection of classics like I’ve Got my Love to Keep me Warm." "The Prettiest Girl I Ever Saw" and even "Moonlight Serenade” promise to keep the dance floor full and swaying. Tickets arc $25 per cou­ ple and $15 for an individ­ ual. There will be a cash bar ahd Joe Pagano will prepare special food for sampling during the evening This is not a dinner. For information or to pur­ chase tickets, call the Cale­ donia Library at 616-647384(1. Looking for a Head Start? Look to 2002 tax changes. I $3,000 IRA contribution limit I $500 catch-up IRA contribution age 50+ I Increased company retirement plan contnbutwne I More options for rollovers into IRA* I income tax-free qualified dislributions from 529 plans I $2,000 Education IRA contrtubon bmH Cal me for a no cost, no obliga­ tion portfolio rewew And don t forget: April 15.2002.« the last day to fund your 2001 IRA “Drew” McFadden Imrsliitritt UrprrM-iitatnr 9IM5 ( hrny Vallrv Aw SE Suite E Caledonia. Ml 4A3I6 Bus. 616-691 1173 ToU Free 8664101-1173 u-wwethr-.ir<h<><M-s < <xn Mt«ewS*C Edwardjones �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml'March 12. 2002'Page 7 GFWC Gun Lake to hear from Born Again Home Furnishings Thinking Day On Friday. February 22 members of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood of the Girl Scouts gathered together for Thinking Day. Some danced. opened in January 2000. gested The Village players Staffed by volunteers the. of Middleville, will present center accepts donations of "Seance at Yankee Springs.” anything (except clothing) Contact Harlene Kok at 792needed to start and maintain 5638 or Bev Grashuis at a home, including furniture, 672-7424. • Canned and boxed foods appliances. TVs. dishes, bedding, etc. Appliances for food baskets will be col­ should be in working order lected at the March and April meetings. The deliver­ and linens clean. The recipients of these ies will be made after the items are referred by the April meeting. • Reminder, the silent Family Independence auction and bake sale to Agency and/or Love. Inc. Anyone can call either of benefit Operation Smile is scheduled for the April these agencies or Born Again Home Furnishings di­ meeting • Bring: UPC Spartan La rectly at 938-3947. bels. Wcick’s Foodtown The program follows the regularly scheduled business cash register receipts; meeting of the club at 9:30 Campbell soup labels for re­ funding and bingo prizes for a m. Wednesday. March 13. residents at Sandy Creek at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Nursing Center in Wayland. Marsh Road, Gun Lake. Contact Marjory Rich­ Reservations are suggested. ards. club president at 795Club business topics of 3969; Fran Leonard, vice discussion include: • An update will be pre­ president and publicity chair sented on Patterson Road re­ at 795-8731. or Frances pairs and Township meet­ Mlynarcheck. Home Life Department chair at 792ings attended. • Scholarship fund-raiser 2230. Anyone in the Delton, update: Art Exhibit; The Caledonia Library Dinner/Theater is scheduled Martin. Middleville. Shelby has a new telephone num­ for May 9. Donation of villc and Wayland areas are ber. To reach the staff at the $20/person is being sug­ welcomed to attend Caledonia library call 616647-3840. r? This is part of changes the Kent District Library insti­ tuted to provide better serv­ ice throughout the 18 branch libraries in the system. It is also a cost saving decision for the district. Readers throughout the area should pick up a new bookmark listing the new telephone number at the li­ brary since the change was made too late for the most recent telephone books. The new system will al­ 106 High Street, Middleville low readers to be connected Now accepting with an open library or leave new clients 795-8972 or a message at one of the branches. (616) 893-2704 Callers to the previous number are not told that the number has changed, but that it has been discon­ nected. The new number is now a toll call for patrons living outside Kent County. Sandy Kozan of Born Again Home Furnishings of Hastings will present the program for the Wednesday. March 13. meeting of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area. The Home Life Depart­ ment is sponsoring Kozan. who is president of the Freely Given Corporation, of which Bom Again is a subsidiary. Bom Again Home Fur­ nishings is located at 1105 W. Green St. in Hastings. Sandy and husband. Randy, director of BAHF, are resi­ dents of Delton. They have four children and four grandchildren. Sandy works for the Barry County Family Independence Agency. Bom Again Home Fur­ nishings is a relatively new Crisis Needs Center that Caledonia Library's phone number changed -55 off your first Visit All shared desserts and info, mation about places from around the globe where Girl Scouts and Girl Guides work to learn, laugh and live in peace, younger scouts met on Saturday, Feb. 23. Local pioneer settlers to be topic at Thornapple Heritage meeting The Thornapple Heritage Association will meet Thursday. March 14. at 7:30 p.m. in the community room at Carveth Village AssistedLiving Retirement Home. 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Remembrance of the late G. Donavan Dean, THA Founder and first President, will also be observed. Following the business meeting. President Gary Finkbeiner will lead an informal discussion on the local pioneer settlers in the area. The public is most wel­ come to attend this meeting and discussion, in which, participants are encouraged to bring local artifacts, mem­ orabilia. and documents to share and discuss with the group Pioneer certificate application forms will also be available at the meeting. For more information, please contact Gary Finkbeiner (795-9822). Maureen Robinson (795-3912). or Sue Rietman (795-1606). The Heritage Association is currently seeking addi­ tional active and/or .ontnbu lory members. Dues this year are $2 per person (mail­ ing address Thomapple Heritage Association. PO. Box 466. Middleville. MI 49333). \ Nail Trims only every day $5 complete dog & cat grooming A-MAZE-ING^ pet eroomine S -D mith iamond i i „__ — — SOUTH OFFICE i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 i i 6889 BRADEN CT. i Mew construction. i i Caledonia schools. 3 bed­ i room, 2 bath home, 1,284 i sq. ft., view of Campau i i Lake. $129,900. Contact i John McCleve, 891-2222. i Smith-Diamond Realtors' i Toll free 1-888-891-0107 i 891-2222 Ryan Ogle i Elizabeth Belson 891-2222 David Pratt i Mel Brenner Ron Richards 262-2021 Katie Cummiford i 291-3330 Jennifer Russo Kay Cummiford i Sharon Emerson 891-2222 Susan Staplsh i Maryanne tloeksma 891-7183 Dave Vanderwoude i Heather Lake 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen i Debra Lampani 262-8333 Tanner Whitcomb 891-7171 Sam Wright i John McCleve Wendy Zandstra 891-7172 i Mary Kay McCleve 891-2222 i Kendra Noffke 891-2222 877-4010 891-7176 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-SOLD i i i i i i i i i i i �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 12. 2002 Lepard asks to increase density in PUD development by Ruth Zachary Staff writer Plans for a PUD housing development and Lepard Park were brought back to the Caledonia Township Planning Commission on March 4 for an amendment to the plan which would in­ crease the density. The plan was presented by John Lepard and Doug Stalsenberg of Exxel Engineering. The proposal would in­ crease the number of units to 174, at an average of 1.6 units per acre, which would include single family hous­ ing, duplexes and triplexes. The reason for the change wa< the formation of the North Wort ScAer and Water districts and the change of planned zoning to medium density for the area in the new master plan. Seventeen single-family units once planned would be revised to allow 33 units in the site condo at the north­ east corner. An effort to save full-sized trees will be made. A sidewalk will be installed on one side of the street, and walking trails would connect with the park trails. In general, commissioners agreed the project, even with changes would be an asset to the community. The pro­ posal was approved for recommendation to the Caledonia Township Board with certain conditions at­ tached. There is a fairly large de­ tention pond planned at the southeast corner of the property which would serve as a significant detention area and would drain into the county storm water system in a controlled manner. A culvert drains west to east across Cherry Valley, about 29 YEARS, 10 MONTHS Are you prepared to take advantage of them? C&K Business Services, LLC CPA C&K Business Services can help. Individual and Busing Tax Return Preparation Phone: 616-891-5789 Email: kjohnson^ikkbusserv.com 612 E Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 200 feet south of the prop­ erty. Stalsenberg said. Commissioner Wally Bujak was interested in the new storm water plan meet­ ing the new higher storm water standards being drafted in a county wide storm wa­ ter plan. Chairman Archie Warner recalled past agreements for sharing the cost of fencing at the south as a separation between residential and commercial property, al­ though a 1998 ordinance must be checked to verify this. Warner owns property adjoining the land, and said earlier he felt he could pre­ side fairly over the issues involved. The original commitment to donate 56 acres of the natural hardwood forest area in the northwest comer as a township park is still planned. The goal is to pro­ tect as many trees as is pos­ sible on the property. lx pard said several native ground species are present on the property, with an Floristic Quality index rat­ ing of 59 by the Department of Environmental Quality. The rating compares to an average FQI of 20. A rating property has taken place, but nothing has been done formally, and was not part of this proposal. The park portion of the property is to be a gift to the township. Warner pointed out a gift should mean no obligation, while the owner is asking to re­ ceive any proceeds coming from the MDOT from M-37 road widening. Warner sug­ gested such money could be donated to development of the park. Neighboring resident Bonnie Bushy was con­ cerned over increased traffic from the development and was opposed to the park plan. She objected strenu­ ously to the park, which would likely be developed and maintained by taxes. Consensus was that county or township invest- Members of the Caledonia High School Orchestra and Boosters plan a Silent Auction and Benefit Concert Tuesday, March 19 at 6 p.m. The silent auction is being held to raise money for ris­ ing orchestra expenses and replacing the old orchestra uniforms. The doors will open at 6 p.m. to get a bid sheet, quickly browse the tables and then listen to a half hour concert put on by the High School Orchestra. After the concert, coffee and desserts will be available while you make your bid on the items that have been donated by orchestra families. Call Sandy Ward al 891-1887 or Pete DeLille. CHS Orchestra Teacher at 891-8129, for more information Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening (tours • We welcome all ages 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan ment in park development beyond other park commit­ ments is not likely for some time. Concerns over additional traffic created on 76th Street were voiced, but this aspect has been decided. Gunnink suggested a four-way stop at the corner of 76th and Cherry Valley, as one safety precaution. The Kent County Road Commission and Michigan Department of Transportation will have to determine appropriate safety measures, and take steps to determine current impacts. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said he thought the increased traffic generated by the additional housing units should include a plan for wider roads and for parking along the road, within the development. There is al­ ways a consideration of cre­ ating easy access for emer­ gency vehicles. Gunnink advised a gate to separate the two types of housing areas to slow traffic and discour­ age traffic to the north, but this was not met with favor by the developer. Disconnection message confusing to library patrons Silent auction and benefit concert set for March 19 Family Dentistry of Caledonia Call for your appointment ... above 35 rates a property as worthy of preservation. A rating above 50 is extremely rare. This is why the family would like it to remain in its natural state. The park concept is to keep the area accessible by low impact walking trails, but protected from recre­ ational and motorized traffic. An open space in the park area would be used for pic­ nic tables and parking, it was explained. Access would have been off Cherry Valley origi­ nally, but now access off M-37 is desired, however, that idea will need further discussion. A sign identify­ ing parts of the development would be guided by the sign ordinance. Warner said. Some interim discussions for commercial use of part of the M-37 frontage on the by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer A disconnection record­ ing is confusing patrons of the KDL Caledonia Branch Library when they call the old number of 891-1502. If the caller is patient enough, another recording comes on explaining that calls arc being taken by an­ other number, 647-3840. Yes, the library is still there and in normal working order, they’ve just had their number changed due to a KDL phone system update. In actuality, the recording should be stating that “The number you are calling has been changed, the new num­ ber is...” According to Jane Heiss, head librarian, callers using the new number of 6473840, will still be getting a the last 20 years. According person answering the phone, to the Jews for Jesus foun­ instead of a machine, during der, Moishc Rosen, the Se­ normal business hours. “When we’re not open der (Passover Feast) implies some of the most important you’ll have the option of elements of Christian doc­ speaking to a librarian at an­ trine, such as the Trinity and other branch, the message salvation through a personal will roll over to the Cascade relationship with the Mes­ Branch.” The library is located at siah. The traditional celebra­ tion in a Jewish home takes 240 Emmons, Caledonia. Regular business hours for up to four hours. The “Christ in the Passo­ the Caledonia branch are ver" demonstration is an ab­ Sunday and Monday breviated form of the Seder, Closed, Tuesday 2-6, andWedncsday 12-8, Thursday, taking about 45 minutes. Redeemer Covenant in­ Friday and Saturday 10-6. vites the community to come for worship and the Seder presentation at 9:30 a m. on March 24. Re­ deemer Covenant Church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Ave., just south of 68th Street. For more information, please call 698-8001. Jews for Jesus speaker to visit local church Redeemer Covenant Church in Caledonia will be host for a guest speaker from the Jews for Jesus or­ ganization on Palm Sunday morning, March 24. The “Christ in the Passo­ ver” presentation aims to en­ hance the Christian under­ standing of the New Testa­ ment by showing the Jewish background for the com­ munion celebration. It de­ scribes ancient and modern Jewish customs with an em­ phasis on the redemption by Christ through his death. In this presentation, the speaker sets a table with the traditional Jewish Passover items, including symbolic foods that are explained, but not eaten. Members of the Jews few Jesus staff have given this demonstration in thousands of churches over Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 12. 2002/Page 9 Tasty herbs program enjoyed at Caledonia library by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The air in the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library smelled like the musty sweet scent of spring last Thursday when Connie Hanson gave a presentation on herbs and their uses to in­ terested patrons. Hanson, of Rockford, supplied the audience with assorted bits of informationabout herbs, their strengths and weaknesses and how they can be used in various recipes. Did you know that pine­ apple sage makes a wonder­ ful herb jelly, but won’t make it through our harsh Michigan winters? Or that sage and thyme, amongherbs, have antibacterial qualities? What about the two best ways, in Hanson’s opinion, to keep chives in a “fresh" state during the win­ ter months? (Cut as usual and freeze in packets or finely chop and freeze in water ice-cubes.) It was clear, by the groans that were heard that many mental trash cans wcrcbcing piled with out-of-date herbs as Hanson explained that most arc only good for about a year. Hanson told the audience what herbs could be used for an impressive wreath (sage, thyme and lavender), which ones were hardy perennials (lavender,mints [grow in a pot - they can be invasive]) and which herbs should be wintered indoors (scented geraniums and rosemary). She had an impressive ar­ ray of living samples for green ‘thumbers’ to look at, touch and of course, taste. Hanson tempted the taste­ buds of her captive audience with a variety of foods in­ cluding herb butter, pepper- Engagements Messing-Scott Gordon and Julie Messing of Carsonville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter. Laura Ann to Michael Patrick Scott, son of Harry and Pat Scott of Middleville. The bride-to-be is a gradu­ ate of Carsonville-Port Sanilac High School. Aquinas College and is cur­ rently teaching at White Cloud Public Schools and working on her master's degree from Grand Valley State University. The groom-elect is a grad­ uate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Aquinas College and is currently self- Blain-Martin employed in the lumber industry. A June wedding is planned. Stroke clinic set at pool Connie Hanson shared her knowledge of herbs with interested Caledonia library patrons. mintshortbread cookies, herbal jelly and homemade basil pesto. For those interested in more information about this or any other program pre­ sented by the Kent District Library - Caledonia Branch call their new number - 6473840 or call Hanson at 616866-1963. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday. March 13 Scrambled eggs w/warm ham slice or ham and cheese on a bun, potato rounds, juice box, milk. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 “KBST Thursday, March 14 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, w/garlic bread or BBQ chicken on a bun, tossed sal­ ad, warm apple slices, milk. Friday. March 15 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. peas, fresh banana, milk. Monday, March 18 Com dog nuggets or pep­ peroni hot pockets, com, pears, milk. Tuesday, March 19 Beef vegetable soup w/Bosco breadstick, ham and cheese on a bun. veggie sticks, applesauce, milk. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice A stroke clinic will be held at the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School pool Mon­ day and Wednesday. March 18 and 20, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, March 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. and Satur­ day, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The emphasis of the clinic will be on starts, turns, fin­ ishes and the four competi­ tive strokes. The cost of the four session clinic is $10 per 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 Call 945-9554 for classified ads THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization Correction Thornapple Middle School seventh-graders Ca­ sey Grummet and Kate Wil­ son were inadvertently left off the second semester honor roll list supplied to the Sun and News by the middle school. Both Wilson and Grummet made the all-A honor roll. MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please writ© to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com LET US HELP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED! WE CONSIDER YOU AS OCR EXTENDED FAMILY Personal ‘small town' service and 'Pg town' know- how Expenence since 1969 tn c REPAIRS BY PROFESSIONAL WORKERS ONLY Sd ’ s BODY SHOP COLLISION SPECIALISTS M-37 It's the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURAICE AGENCY person. Registration forms are available at the pool Monday-Thursday after 5 p.m. and at the Community Education office. For more information, call the pool hotline at 79554CX), extension 4442. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Blain and Mr. and Mrs Michael Martin would like to announce the engagement of their children. Barbara Louise Blain to Jeremy Leonard Martin. Barbara is a senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Jeremy is a 2001 graduate of Portland High School and a member of the Michigan National Guard They both u ill be freshmen at W'estern Michigan Univer­ sity in the fall A July 13. 2002 wedding is planned ■ <5 ___ S ____ -S Kinsey 110 Johnson Street • 891-0150 �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville MI Marcn 12. 2002 Whitneyville/69th property rezoned for commercial use J'ffi PHOTO Join the club & Save! We appreciate your business so we ’re offering a Free roll of film processing cn— club / cw / *ocas ?0 r° q with single prints when you fill our ££ enorill Chih Cirri Drnracc 1fi mile nf film "" * —-—-J special Club Card. Process 10 rolls of film -----& get the 11th FREE! Ask for your Club Card today! / qai qouh photo* pAocauad doaa matta*! 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Residents commenting on COPIES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broad way (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 g OPEN MON • FRI 0:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 Snowy and icy road con­ ditions may have contrib­ uted to a head-on crash early Wednesday, March 6. that killed a 58-year-old Wayland man. Troopers said Philip McKiernan died when the car he was driving north on Patterson Avenue south of Bass Road at 7:45 a m. was truck by an out-of-control pick up truck driven by 20year-old Joseph Myers of Grand Rapids. McKiernan, who was not wearing a seat belt, was pro­ nounced dead at the scene while Myers was taken by ambulance to St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids where he was treated and re­ leased. “Alcohol is not a factor and lack of seat belt use is a factor in McKiernan’s death," said Trooper Scott Sharrar. The accident remains un­ der investigation. Employees suspected in grocery theft Three night inventory stockers are suspected of embezzling hundreds of dol­ lars worth of groceries from the Middleville Market Place, a spokesperson from the Barry County Sheriff s Office said. Police said the 20- and 22-year-old males and an unidentified third suspect were caught in the act by their boss early on Friday. “He saw them coming out of the store at about 6 a.m. with the groceries and called us.” police said. “Nick (dep­ uty Siefert) caught one of them with the car so full of stuff there was barely enough room for the driver.” The suspects have not been arraigned and the inci­ dent remains under investi­ gation. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. the end plan were concerned because there are already several of the same type of businesses, including an auto repair, a car w ash and a body shop near the same corner of 68th and Whitneyville Avenue. Sewer hookups for the business are apparently still available. Comments by correspon­ dence and during public comment were received both for and against the rezoning on the basis of the intended use of the property. Some neighbors wanted more bal­ ance in the kinds of busi­ nesses serving the area, and wondered if the neighbor­ hood could support another business of the same kind. Rick Genose. who owns a service business wanted the property to remain residen­ tial. He said the location, on a hill would require removal of a lot of soil to build there. One business owner, Kevin Wagner, with whom the new business would compete, objected. He said a watershed problem there caused flooding over Whitneyville. adding to the water problems. Jack Buys, another busi­ ness owner who knew Wright, said it was a plea­ sure to know him, and he would like to have him stay in the neighborhood. Wright said he was pursu­ ing a sewer allotment, and conceded material would have to be removed from the hill area to build there, but most would remain on the site. He said he was allowed to remove 10.000 yards of dirt per year. He plans to build as soon as possible. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said traffic at the busy corner is a problem, which needs alignment of the drives w ith 68th Street, to be coordinated with a traf­ fic light, and should be re­ quired as a condition for a site plan. Commissioner Wally Bujak said concerns were over traffic, a need to share a driveway, soil erosion and water runoff affecting the environment. He said there needed to be many precau­ tions taken. He questioned if there would be parking behind the building, because of similar problems in the past with other businesses on Whitneyville. Aesthetic considerations should be ob­ served, he said. Drainage from a potential effluent discharge was men tioned as another possible problem. Joe Sheehan, Wright’s partner, said auto repair pits would not drain off the site. Commission Chair Archie Warner pointed out only zoning was at issue at this hearing, and would support the C-2 use, but would probably not support a special use variance for auto repair in the future, and the creation of "an island of auto repair shops," because other types of business were needed to support the area. Caledonia’s Doug Suwyn receives national award At the 2002 Golden Harvest National Sales Conference in Scottsdale, Az., Golden Harvest hon­ ored Doug Suwyn, of Caledonia, for achieving a 20% Increase Award for the 2000-2001 sales year. Suwyn is the Golden Harvest District Sales Manager for 16 counties in Southwest Michigan. He has been with Golden Harvest since 1998. During the three-day con­ ference in Scottsdale, Az., Golden Harvest personnel came together for agronomy and research updates, moti­ vational work and for recog­ nition of sales efforts. Golden Harvest is the Doug Suwyn fourth largest brand in U.S. corn market share (based on the 2001 Doane Survey). qjfd Big Brothers Big Sisters A Community Of Caring j Lz Sr. Caseworker— two full-time positions I One in Calhoun County and one in Barry County. Experience in volunteer and youth services, III marketing and program development Responsible I for interviewing and matching children to adults. I Bachelor’s degree in Human Service, preferably j I SW. Hiring range $23,840-529,800 depending on | I I experience. Competitive benefits. Send resume by 3/20/02 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, 605 Howard St., Kalamazoo, Ml 49008-1919 or email BBBS@BBBScommunity.org. E.O.E. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 12. 2002/Page 11 Dutton Elementary shows off talent photos by Cathy L. Rueter Dutton Elementary, in Caledonia, seems to be teaming with talent of all kinds. Science knowledge, bak­ ing. arts, crafts, etc. Students and parent were able to see the extent of that talent at their annual Science. Art­ sand Crafts show last week. All the students in these photos are second graders in Patricia Vanlterson’s room. Cory Tobias, front, is proud to display his Lego creation. ‘It took him TWO DAYS to build ft," a friend proudly explained. It’s a sure bet that Ten­ nessee Titans Quarter­ back, Steve McNAIR would be proud of this penal drawing by Benja­ min Dean. Child development screenings planned Caledonia School District residents who have concerns about their children's devel­ opment such as speech con­ cerns. socialization, learning and/or growth development may take part in a develop­ mental inventory to identify preschool aged children who may benefit from early edu­ cational intervention Friday, April 19. The next screening will be held in the fall of 2002, with the date to be announced. 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Inspirational songs to be sung Monday Kaitlin Homan was careful to explain to a friend that her mother did not help her decorate Tasha, the cake pup’, “except for putting it in the oven and a lit­ tle with the frosting. ” The next meeting for sen­ ior citizens sponsored by Community Education is on Monday. March 18 at 1 p.m. in the community room of the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center. The singing duo of Barb and Faye Freeman will share inspirational songs with the group. Registration is re­ quired by calling 795-3397. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 Member FDIC rrudKK« ■ b» d* faampGty hnfc.» n.U>w (tUfc (a d du wh I»<h Tw i,Chun Sch In,. Srrrao Ik .»dMcia Th™ piahca m r*« rairaJ k ft» Fit.. <a ** MxraMK.nntM.akr 2001 14000 a U ««ir. MJ0C kr jrani «D2 »IJOO. (hr nrN to Imm Irpra, Qraak mt cm Jnar nr*Jng ua JhictMu tor MJOCk. »«<rnmra k(.-. . mi -i ■< I n4». KX.MM..A Hraap 1 rn *•* Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Matthew Curtiss, front, and Austin McBnde, seem very interested in this Comets display. Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. *♦♦♦♦♦ ... Your Smile - * The First Thing * People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi,'March 12. 2002 MainStreet Bank welcomes loan originators Cindy Ordway and Bret Simonton have joined the MainStreet Savings Bank as loan originators. MainStreet President Dav­ id Hatfield stated, “Cindy and Bret both bring excellent experience and proven cus­ tomer service skills to MainStreet They will be a great addition to our staff and will help us extend our lending activities beyond Barry County. "The loan products and pricing that have made MainStreet one of the lead­ ing lenders in Barry County will be very competitive in those markets. We have a variety of fixed and adjust­ able rate first mortgage and second mortgage programs for both purchase or refi­ nance transactions. Addi­ tionally we offer bridge loans and loans for vacant land, second homes and con­ struction. As a local, inde­ pendent bank, we are able to Shelbyville man pulls knife on deputies Police investigating a re­ port that a Shelbyville man had committed check fraud at the Middleville Shell gas station Feb. 23, arrested the suspect at his home instead for allegedly brandishing a knife with brass knuckles on the handle. Deputies Chris Yonkers and Richclle Spencer re­ ported that (he man had al­ legedly bragged about hav­ ing guns and knives while writing the checks. "During the course of our investigation, (the suspect) drew a large knife on us," they reported. “The knife was seized and entered as evidence." The deputies explained (hat during questioning, the suspect denied having any guns but admitted to having a knife. “I asked (him) to show it to us.” Yonkers reported. "He opened the door to the apartment, motioned us in and said, ‘welcome to the crib.’” The man then walked over to a mattress, then turned and faced the two of­ ficers and stood at the foot of the bed. “1 asked (him) where the knife was,” Yonkers said. “He bent over, reached un­ der the mattress and re­ trieved a large, sheathed knife. As (he) stood up. he drew the knife, assuming an offensive posture. He bran­ dished the knife at shoulder height and said, ‘it’s right here.’” Fearing a possible assault, said Yonkers. “I began to re­ treat... I placed my hand on my weapon and advised (him) to put the knife down before I was forced to shoot him.” The man put the knife in the sheath and laid it on the bed where it was then seized by the two deputies. A charging request for possession of an illegal weapon and assault with a deadly weapon was sent to the Barry County Prosecu­ tor’s Office for review. offer service and flexibility that larger competitors can’t match." The bank is expanding its lending sen ice to both Kent and Kalamazoo counties. Ordway will be focusing on Middleville. Caledonia and surrounding communi­ ties She comes to MainStreet w ith 12 years of com­ munity banking experience, primarily in the mortgage lending area She previously worked at State Bank of Caledonia. Regarding her new posi­ tion. she said. "I am very excited about having MainStreet’s products available for my customers. I look for­ ward to working closely with my customers to help them choose the program that is best for them.” MainStreet’s loan origina- Cindy Ordway tors will meet with clients at a location and time that is mutually convenient, a true benefit for busy customers that can’t always get to the bank between 9 and 5. Ordway lives in Middle­ ville with her husband. Donald L. McCormick CALEDONIA & FLORI­ DA Mr Donald L. McCormick, age 78, of Caledonia and Florida, passed away Saturday. March 2. 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife. Lucile. He is survived by his chil­ dren. Susan and Bernie Rodgers of Caledonia, Donna and Glenn Monroe of FL, Patti and Jack Sanborn of Lowell, Mike and Patsy McCormick of Middleville. Mari and Mike Brower of Alto, Jack McCormick and Debbie of Grandville; 11 grandchil­ dren; eight great-grandchil­ dren; his brothers and sis­ ters-in-law, Lester and Jean McCormick. Lawrence and Miriam McCormick; his brother-in-law. Elmer Andringa; his sister-in-law, Thelma Brouwer, all of Holland. Funeral services were held Friday, March 8. 2002 at the Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St. Interment was at Lakeside Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-De­ Graaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). Noreeen Revalee NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that Yankee Springs Township will hold a Public Heanng on proposed water system improve merits for the purpose of receiving comments from interested persons The Township is currently preparing a Protect Plan to apply for low interest loans through the State of Michigan s Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund Program (DWRF). The hearing will be held at 7 00 p m on Thursday Apnl 17, 2002. at the following location Yankee Spnngs Township Hall 284 N Bnggs Street Middleville Michigan 49333 The purpose of the proposed project is to construct elevated storage to meet future water needs over the next 20 years Project construction will involve a new 200.000 elevated stor­ age tank and connecting 12-mch watermain transmission main constructed on Township-owned property Impacts of the proposed project include a more reliable water supply source consistent operating system pressures increased fire fighting supply and capacity Short-term con struction related impacts include increased noise and dust during the construction The average residential metered water txH is estimated io remain at a current $24 75 per month total based on an aver­ age 5.000 gallons per month water use smee the costs tor toe proposed improvements are to be funded under the current rates Copies of the draft plan detailing the proposed project w* be available tor pubhc inspection on March 15. 2002. at the to»towtng location Yankee Spnngs Townsrup Offices 284 N Bnggs Street MiddtovOe Michigan Wntten comments received through Apnl 17. 2002 w* be entered mto the Public Heanng record and should be sent to Yankee Spnngs Township Attn Al McCrumb. Supervisor 284 N Bnggs Street Middievtme Michigan 49333 3W MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Noreen Revalee, age 79, of Middleville, passed away Friday. March 8. 2002 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Noreen Revalee was bom on Apnl 28, 1922 in Hastings, the daughter of Robert and Irene (Biggs) Hurd She was employed at Grand Rapids Die Cast for 22 1/2 years and the American Box Board for 14 years. She was a homemak­ er, enjoyed flowers, garden­ ing and was an avid reader. She is survived by two nephews, James A. Wheeler of Middleville, and Dale R Wheeler of Middleville. Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment Rosedale Memor­ ial Park, Grand Rapids, MI. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. MI. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. Bret Simonton Dave, and three children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her fam­ ily. reading, walking, and attending her children’s soc­ cer games. She is a member at Whitneyville Bible Church. Simonton will be serving the Delton. Richland. Gull Lake. Plainwell and Kala­ mazoo communities. He is returning to MainStreet’s loan department after being away for a few years. “I’m very' excited about being back at MainStreet. working with previous and new customers alike." Simonton is a graduate of Western Michigan Univer sity with a degree in busi­ ness administration. Origin­ ally from the Gull Lake area, he now lives in Hastings with his wife. Donna, and one son. He enjoys spending lime with family and friends as well as boating, skiing, soccer, computers and "any­ thing electronic.” MainStreet Savings Bank has been providing commu­ nity banking since 1924, Robert A. Buer CALEDONIA Mr Robert A. Bucr, age 87, entered Heaven Tuesday, March 5, 2002. He was preceded in death by bis wife of 53 years. Marian. Bob was a past president of the Michigan Ground Water Association (formerly Michigan Well Drillers Association). He was instrumental in licensing legitation for the State of Michigan well drilling industry. Previously he had served on the Caledonia Board of Education. Bob and Marian did short-term missionary trips to Haiti for the West Indies Self-Help Mission, and World Vision and also assisted in drilling water wells for drought-stricken Ethopia. Another passion was to help Honeycrcek Chrisitan Homes and New Horizons Ministries in the United States. Canada and the Dominican Republic. He is survived by his wife, Breta Ann; his children, Rev. R. Lee and S. Joan Buer of Hopkins, Philip A. and Sharon K. Buer, Norman P. and Joan K. Buer, James K. and Carolyn J. Buer, Nancee J. and Jack Willemsen all of Caledonia, Marilyn L. and Jack Knoper of Grand Rapids; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren, his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and Arthur Sundquist of Grand Rapids; his sisters-in-law, Grace Scott of Cedar Springs, Margaret Langkamp of Lansing. Helen Near of Middleville. He was also preceded in death by his sister. Irene Wcngorovius and his brother, Kenneth Buer. Funeral services for Mr. Buer were held Sunday, March 10, 2002, at the Green Lake Calvary Church, 608 145th Ave Rev. Gaylord Terwilliger officiated. A private commitaf service was held Wednesday afternoon. Memorial contributions may be made to RBM Minislncs, PO Box 128, Plainwell, MI 49080 or Green Lake Calvary Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. The village of Middleville z. will begin reconstruction p of Grand Rapids Street (from Fremont to . ’ Lafayette) and Lincoln Street (east of Grand Rapids) on Tuesday, March 12, 2002. Travelers are advised that Grand Rapids Street will be restricted to local traffic. Please observe detour signs. Thanks in advance for your consideration and patience during the upcoming road improvement season. oF 319 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLMarch 12. 2002/Page 13 Detours will delay drivers by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tree removal is scheduled for next week along Whitneyville Road between Crane Road and 108th Street, and work will begin on the next segment of Main Street reconstruction on March 18. Detours will be put in place previous to work be­ ginning. In Middleville, the con­ tractor will be combining both projects and hopes to complete work in 6-8 weeks. Detour signs will be posted. Village council approved accelerating their project so that the overlap with the Whitncyville project will not be as great. The Barry County Road Commission has sent letters to residents giving them a “heads up” on the coming construction. Once the trees have been removed, work will begin to reconstruct Whitncyville Road from the Middleville Village limits north to 108th Street (the northern bound­ ary line of the county.) Brad Lamberg. Road Commission engineer-man­ ager. is asking residents to consult the map and find al­ ternate routes and the posted detour. The signed detour is for through traffic only and is intended to help get driv­ ers from the north end to the south end of the project. The Thornapple Kellogg Transportation department is keeping an eye on the con­ struction and will alter school bus routes as neces­ sary. Parents and students will be informed of any changes. Residents along Garbow Road may see more traffic going by their driveways as residents along Whitncyville Road use Garbow to access Robertson and other routes. The project in Middleville should be completed by mid-May. and the Whitneyville project should be com­ pleted by the end of June. Completion dates will be af­ fected by weather and other factors. Information about the Grand Rapids Street portion of the project is available by calling Village Hall at 7953385. Information about the Whitneyville Road project is available by calling 9453449. Landon rezoning request on March 18 agenda by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Monday, March 18 is only days away. This is the time when residents may hear the decision on the Thornapplc Township Plan­ ning Commission on a very controversial rczoning re­ quest. The members of the Thor­ napplc Township Planning Commission have read through pages of documen­ tation, reviewed the minutes of the January 21 meeting and thought long and hard about the rezoning request for rezoning of property be­ tween Duncan Lake and M37. During the January meet­ ing the commission re­ quested information from Landon Properties and from those residents in the area who spoke against the re­ zoning of more than 150 acres zoned Agricultural residential to residential. Landon is considering build­ ing a 600 unit manufactured housing community on the property. The commission tabled the request until the March 18 meeting to give the par­ ties an opportunity to an­ swer questions and provide more information to the commission. There is no guarantee that the commis­ sion will vote on the rezon­ ing request but it will be taken from the table. Landon did not provide information to the commis­ sion on their plans for sewer or water to the property. They consider this informa­ tion to be “proprietary.” If built this manufactured housing community would have more homes than a small town like Saugatuck. Landon and the Duncan Lake Association have until March 13 to add comments to the record. All the infor­ mation received is part of the public record and may be reviewed at the township hall during regular business hours. The meeting will be held at the township hall begin­ ning at 7 p.m. Lions club schedules annual chicken dinner The members of the Mid­ dleville Lions Club are busy selling tickets for their an­ nual chicken dinner held in the downstairs room at the Middlevilla Restaurant. The dinner on Sunday. March 24 is an all you can eat (and can't be beat) chicken din­ ner served from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 and younger. While tickets are available at the door, the club would appreciate pre­ sale purchases. Tickets are available from Lions Club and Boy Scout Troop 105 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS CORRECTION TO THE ASSESSMENT NOTICES MAILED OUT FEBRUARY 27, 2002 Yankee Springs Township Board of Review hearings will take place at YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP HALL 284 N. BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333/795-9091 Not at Hastings Charter Township Hall as printed on notices. members. They are also available for sale at the Mid­ dleville Auto Parts Store on Main Street. A small dis­ count is available for tickets purchased in advance. A significant portion of the proceeds from this event will go toward Troop 105’s purchase of a trailer for their camping supplies. Boy Scouts will be helping serve the dinner. See next week’s Sun and News for information about the Middleville Lions Club and their service to the com­ munity. AYSO soccer referee course set for March 16 The Middleville Ameri­ can Youth Soccer Organiza­ tion will hold an AYSO sanctioned regional referee training course on Saturday, March 16 at the Lee Ele­ mentary School cafeteria from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. This is the basic referee class which introduces soc­ cer refereeing techniques and rules. Graduates become certified AYSO regional referees qualified to officiate at games in the U6 through U14 levels. These are for players ages four to 14. Potential referees must be 12 years of age or older and no soccer or refereeing knowledge is necessary. This is a free, beginning course. Lunch and two snacks are included. Tom Ward says that National Honor Society students can earn commu­ nity service hours once they are trained and referee two games in either the spring or fall AYSO seasons. Call 945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News ACTION-Ods! CM Myuine- 24 Nours a dayJdaysa week PUBLIC NOTICE The VBage of MxxSeviSe Department of Pub6c Works will be flushing tee hydrants starting on Monday the week of Aprt 8 2002 starting at 7 00 am and contmumg through me week untf trushed Residents may experience some dscotoc^on and or pressure difference white t»s regular martenartoe is being done if you experience rtscokxation usually teflsng the tap run tor a few minutes wffl dear it up The water remains potable dunng mts process Thank you for our cooperation, d you have any questions ptease feel free to contact frte Department of Pubie Works at 795-2094 For more information call Ward at 765-5132. Advance registration is not required but would be appreciated by the local volunteer AYSO organization Participants, should bring pencil and pa­ per to the class. YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN. AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON MARCH 12, 2002 COMMENCING AT 7:30 PM AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD, MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1 ZB A 02-02-01, Parcel ID NO 019-013-10; A REQUEST BY THE GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 12200 M l 79 FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE ALLOWANCE FOR SIGNS IN THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SIGN 2 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION DURING THE REGULAR BUSI­ NESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE PUBLIC MEET­ ING SIGNED. WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY REASONABLE. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S) GERALD DUPONT SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS �Page 14/The Sun and News. MiddieviHe Ml/March 12. 2002 Pre-schoolers bowl for fun and exercise by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Students in all the Thor­ napple Kellogg Preschool classes sponsored by Com­ munity Education went to the Mid Villa Bowling Lanes recently for fun and to learn a lifelong skill that helps them use their large muscle groups. For some it was their first experience, while others had all the moves down. The bumpers were up. the timers set to slow and every­ one kept an eye on their scores. When they needed more energy, cookies kept them going. There were books to read and friends to talk to during the sessions. The teachers and parents were there to help as the stu­ dents practiced taking turns and waiting for their bowl­ ing ball to come back. This is one preschool tra­ dition everyone enjoys. Tuesday-Thursday Morning Kiddie Kampus Panther Cubs afternoon class Panther Cubs morning class. Co-op Preschool morning class. Preschool Readiness class Monday-Wednesday Kiddie Kampus 4-year old preschool Outstandirig Athletes Caledonia Thomapple-Kellogg Wrestling State Qualifiers Wrestling State Qualifiers 103 Brandon Cance 112 Josh Bowerman (6th) 112 Matt Kilmartin 119 Mike McKeown (7th) 160 Ryan Dykhouse 215 Jake Klapmust 189 Matt Erb (6th) Athletes of the Week Presented Dy JB HARRISON Insurance Agency', nc. 6090 Alden Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 ex 800-217-0712 & Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Co-op preschool afternoon class. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 12. 2002 Page 15 Four Scots grapple at state meet Four Fighting Scot wres­ tlers were in action over the weekend in the State Indi­ vidual Championships at The Palace of Auburn Hills, representing the top 16 wrestlers statewide in each weight class. At 103 pounds, freshman Brandon Cancc finished the season at 39-6. He lost his opening match to Derek Ambs of Jackson Northwest (10-5). beat Matt Vukovich of Wyandotte Roosevelt with a quick pin (0:38), and lost to William Barnett of Warren Wcxxis Tower (8-3). Sophomore 112-pounder Matt Kilmartin lost to Coby Legion plans St. Patrick’s Day dinner Carpentier of Flint Kearsley 14-12 in overtime, beat Tino Marquez of Gibraltar Carl­ son (pin in 0:43). and lost to Josh Deehl of Fenton (pin in 2:52) to finish 36-7 on the year. Kilmartin was up 6-2 over Deehl before the pin. Cance and Kilmartin bat­ tle weight problems all weekend, and their efforts to lose weight prior to their matches affected their en­ durance and strength in the matches. Sophomore Ryan Dykhouse finished 30-13 at 160. Talent needed The Midtown Cafe (inside The Scoop) is looking for musical talent. The coffee house would like to hold "Open Mic" The American Legion nights where individual mu­ Post #305 invites the public sicians or groups from the to attend its annual St. Pat­ area could strut their stuff rick's Day meal from 5 to 8 for an appreciative audience. Anyone interested can p.m. Saturday, March 16. The cost will be $8 per call 795-8804 for informa­ person, which will cover the tion. The date of the first meal of corn beef, cabbage, "Open Mic" night will be set homemade bread and pota­ once interviews with musi­ cians have been held. toes. Matt Kilmartin Ryan Dykhouse. He lost to Anthony McMi­ chael of Coldwater 6-1 and to Bryan Chapman of Auburn Hills Avondale by injury default for a cut that required stitches. The lone senior. Jacob Klapmust at 215. finished a fine year at 43-8. He lost to Ryan Huebner of Stevens­ ville Lakeshore 3-0 and to Steve Berry of Ferndale 5-3 inOT. Sailors sink Scot eagers South.Christian hit 10-of14 three-point shots last week to bury the Caledonia varsity basketball team 7540 in the district playoffs at Kelloggsville. South shot the lights out closer to the basket as well, and the Sailors built a 34-20 halftime lead up to 62-30 af­ ter three quarters. Travis Slot scored 13 and Mike Ogle had eight points and five rebounds for the Scots, who finished the sea­ son 11-10. It was the last game for seniors Steve Yanosik, Joel and Jeff DeBlaay. Mike Ogle. Nick and Travis Slot, Eli Cryderman and Brian Sevcnsma. JV Report Coach Paul Nixon’s JV squad wrapped up its season at 16-4 with wins over Wyo­ ming Park and Kenowa Hills. The Scots took out Wyo­ ming Park in overtime, 7362. Ryan Rogers scored 23 points and pulled down nine rebounds, and Abe Mulvihill added 13 points and six re­ bounds. The JV then cruised over Kenowa Hills, 56-36. Every­ one got a chance to play in the last home game. Ryan Rogers score 15, Brad Swartz scored 9 and Zach Larson had 8 for the JV. Man falsely represents HS athletic departments The athletic departments at Caledonia and Mid­ dleville Thornapple-Kellogg High Schools are asking lo­ cal businesses to check with their offices if approached for donations or advertise­ ments after a Rockford man was discovered falsely rep­ resenting high school ath­ letic programs in the area. The man apparently ap­ proached businesses claim­ ing to sell advertising that would help support high school athletic programs. The man in fact had no rela­ tionship with the athletic programs. Any questions can be di­ rected to the TK Athletic Office at 795-5432 or the Caledonia Athletic Office at 891-0211. Ann Noah brings story hours to TK library The popular story hours for preschool age children previously held at the Thornapplc Kellogg Learning Center have moved to the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library be­ ginning this Wednesday, March 13. Ann Noah will lead story half hours from 9:30 am to 10 am each Wednesday morning until the end of the school year. This is a drop in event which will include stories, songs, crafts and even a snack. For information about these and other aclivi ties at the library call 7955434. Book fairs are coming The book fair at Lee will be open for parents to re­ view and purchase books this week as well It will be open during school hours during the week and during conferences from 4-7 p.m on Tuesday and Thurs­ day. March 12 and 14. You hold the fate of the U.S. economy in your hands everyday. Think about this: Consumer spending acccounts for about two thirds of the U.S. economic activity. So get out there and enjoy America. Don't put it off, buy the things you need. Go ahead and have a nice night out. Take advantage of the special offers from auto makers and furniture manufacturers found in this community publication. The first pre-school book fair will be held at the Learning Center through March 15. Students will have an opportunity to visit the book fair dunng their class time and it will also be open to parents to par­ ents dunng the week Call 795-3397 for more infor­ mation Do your part. Keep America strong. Live the freedom. ■■aaarwaK �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 12. 2002 Lakewood wins overtime thriller, 57^54 Free throws desert Trojans in district finals Middleville’s dream of a Class B district basketball ti­ tle disappeared at the free throw line in the waning moments of its tournament finale Saturday afternoon against Lakewood. The Trojans led by six points late in the third period and started the fourth quar­ ter up by four, but failure to cash in on free throws cost dearly in a heartbreaking 5754 overtime defeat. Coach Kurt Holzhuctcr said, “I thought we out­ played them, hut the lack of ability to make free throws certainly was a key today. And we’ve been a good free throw shooting team all sea­ son.” Middleville made only 22 of 37 at the line, good for 59.4 percent. At first glance, that doesn’t sound so bad. but consider that sophomore Brett Knight made 9 of 10. lake that statistic away and the Trojans made only 13 of 27 tosses for less than 50 percent. Holzhuctcr also said the game of basketball has some strange twists and turns, and sometimes a tight game be­ tween two good ballclubs can be decided by a couple of incidents of pure luck. One he cited was when his team did exactly what it was supposed to do defensively, but the ball ricocheted back to Viking sharpshooter Jer­ emy Dow outside, where he drilled a crucial three-point shot near the end of the overtime session. Another occurred when two Trojans did such a good job boxing out that they wound up fighting each other for a re­ bound and went out of bounds with the ball, giving Lakewood a critical posses­ sion in the last few seconds. Lakewood led 9-7 and 2320 at the end of the first quarter and at halftime, but the host Trojans outscored coach Mark Farrell’s group 18-11 to take the lead. 3834. at the start of the final period. The two teams found themselves knotted at 47-all at the end of regulation time. Farrell said his team turned things around near the end of the third quarter with a full-court press while down by six points. “We picked them up full court and that got us moti­ vated,” he said. “We had been in (rouble earlier with their 1-3-1 zone.” [.akewood used a trianglcon-two in an attempt to minimize the usual offensive fireworks from the two Tro­ jan terrors. Chris Finkbeiner and Brian Ycazcl. both of whom often score more than 20 points a game to wreak havoc on opponents. Farrell said the defensive effort was good enough to hold Yeazel scoreless in the first half and limit Finkbeiner to six points in the second half. Finkbeiner finished with a game-high 17 points and Yeazel had 11. “We knew we had to hold those two down to fewer than 20 points apiece to Yankee Springs State Park ...is now accepting employment applications for seasonal employment For applications and informa­ tion call 616-795-9081, or stop in at 2104 S. Briggs Rd., Middleville. $7.28 to start. Full time, some part time. Brian Yeazel (12) tries to corral Hastings’ Chris Rounds (44). (Photo by Perry Hardin) win.” Farrell said. For l^ikewood. Jeremy Dow scored 13 points and Clint Tobias counted 10. Both drilled three threepoint shots. Scott Secor dropped in eight points and Jeff Elenbaas and Derek Coppess both scored seven points. Also for Middleville, Jon Yeazel and sophomore Brett Knight both contributed nine points, with Knight making 9-of-10 free throw attempts. The victory also was par­ ticularly satisfying for Far­ rell and Lakewood because they had suffered a 64-55 defeat at the hands of Mid­ dleville in January. Holzhueter said he thought his team performed quite well over the season despite a lack of size. “It was a solid season, really.” he said of his team, which went 15-7 overall. "You can always look back and second guess. But we didn’t have a lot of size and BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville we relied on two guys to do the bulk of our scoring... It was a great group of guys to work with.” Things will get even tougher for Lakewood this week in the regional tourna­ ment at Grandville High School. The Vikings on Wednesday evening (at 7 p.m.) will run into a tall and talented Calvin Christian outfit that defeated Mid­ dleville twice this season. The Squires sport the same 17-5 overall record as Lake­ wood going into the matchup and they arc the OK Blue Conference champi­ ons. “They’re big, they have a good inside game and they have a good outside game.” Farrell said of the Squires. “Their first three kids off the bench are 6-4 or bigger, so you get no relief when they have to sub.” South Christian and Lans­ ing Catholic will meet to­ night in the regional opener at Grandville. The winners of the two games will meet in the finals Friday evening at 7 p.m. TK 69. Hastings 61 (2OT) The Trojans and Saxons added one for the ages to their long district playoff history last Wednesday, with TK trailing for almost al) of regulation before pull­ Jeremy Chavis (44) bangs with Hastings’ Zac Ful­ mer (54) early in the double-overtime thriller last Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ing it out in two overtimes. The Saxons’ tenacity sur­ prised some, but not TK coach Holzhueter. who ex­ pects nothing less from Hastings in the playoffs. “In my 15 years (coach­ ing at TK), it’s only been once or twice we haven’t met each other in the dis­ tricts. It’s a rivalry, and its always a tough game,” Holzhueter said. “(Hastings) Coach (Don) Schils had eight days to prepare, he put together a great gameplan, and his team did a good job of executing and gave us lots of trouble.” Chris Finkbeiner forced a 50-50 tie and the first over­ time with a layup. The Sax­ ons took a 55-50 lead, but Finkbeiner tied it again with a 3-pointcr in the last minute of the first OT. He then hit two free throws to open the scoring in the second over­ time and the Trojans finally took control. Dave DeVormer helped out with a huge steal and layup, and Brett Knight had a good finish as well. Finkbeiner led the team with 25 points, and Brian Yeazel scored 19. Both players had nine rebounds. Freshman Jon Ycazcl gave the Trojans some punch in the second and third quarters when the team was strug­ gling. He had 6 points and four rebounds. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad in the Sun & News Think Spring! Let’s play golf... Now forming leagues for the 2002 golf season. If you are interested in playing in a league or are organizing a new league, please give us a call. Yankee Springs Golf Course 112300 Bowens Mill Road,Wayland, MI 49348 Y P.S. FENCING 616 ’95 90*’ Commercial • Residential Farm Fencing • Pool Fence • Custom Dog Kennels • Privacy Fence • Vinyl Chain Link • Decorative Vinyl Fence Owned and Operated in the Middleville Area since 1989 Sean and Penny VanDommelen 616-795-2656 1-800-955-2656 |i IB11RHill llllllllii r �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml March 12 2002 Page 17 CHS frosh swimmer exceeds expectations by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer No one tould have dreamed that Caledonia High School would have a swimmer make it all the way to the Class B-C-D state competition March 8-9 at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. Part of the reason is be­ cause Caledonia doesn’t even have a swim team. But thanks to CHS fresh­ man Jordan Kokot and some very helpful people in his athletic life, Caledonia was represented at the state meet in the 100-yard breaststroke. Kokot, 14, in a coopera­ tive effort with Caledonia, Forest Hills Central and Lowell school districts has been swimming this past season as a one-man team along with the other two schools' combined team. Technically, Kokot’s par­ ents, Doug and Kathy are his coaches, but Lowell's swim coach, Heather Heri­ tage. has been helping him hone his skills. “Neither one of us (par­ ents) has ever swam com­ petitively in our life,” joked Doug Kokot. But the swimming gene must be there somewhere because Kokot’s younger brother Spencer, 11, a fifthgradcr at Kettle I-ake Ele­ mentary, recently placed second in the butterfly dur­ ing an age group Class B swimming tournament re­ cently at East Kentwood. Jordan starting swimming for health reasons in about second grade because he has a slight case of asthma. That hurdle and the fact that Caledonia has neither a team nor a pool did not stop the young man from participat­ ing in high school swim­ ming. Kokot swims as an addi­ tion to the Forest Hills/Lowell team, but he can't place in any meets for them be­ cause technically he holds Caledonia status. He is only allowed to compete as an exhibition swimmer as ap­ posed to gaining points for Forest Hills/Lowell. That doesn’t seem to bother the rest of the team though. “Jordan is as much a pan of their team as he can be without getting them points," explained Doug. “Even though they were done (with practicing at the end of the regular season), some of his teammates have shown up just to practice with him (the week prior to the state competition). Jor­ dan said it made it a lot eas­ ier and that he probably practiced longer. Some of the team members (were) even going to try to make it to the slate just to cheer him on." The Kokot family is grateful for all the support that has been offered to Jor­ dan. “I think it’s just wonder­ ful all the people that have helped and made it happen.” said Doug. “So man) things, so many reasons could have gone wrong. Someone could have chosen not to go along with it.” Kokot needed more than just the consent from his parents to swim. He also needed the support of the Caledonia School Board, which voted unanimously to back him in this endeavor. He also got a lot of help and support from coach Heritage of Lowell, Caledo­ nia Superintendent Doug Busman. Caledonia Athletic Director Dave Price, Lowell Superintendent Bert Blekc. Forest Hills Superintendent J. Michael Washbum. Forest Hills Central Athletic Direc­ tor Rob Stefanowski and Lowell Athletic Director Barry Hobrla. So how do you make state competition when you’re only a freshman basically swimming as the whole team? You have to swim the qualifying time, which in the case of the breaststroke is 1:07.59. Kokot’s timing started at 1:15.48 at the beginning of the season last December. With Heritage’s coaching, his goal was to get down to as close to 1:10 as possible, a very respectable goal for a freshman swimmer He was getting closer to his goal in late January when he timed in at 1:13.29 at a Forest Hills Invitational. But in early February he ex­ ceeded his goal by clocking in at 1.09.98 during a Rock­ ford swimming meet. Almost anyone would have been happy with those results, but it appeared Kokot had more on his agenda than anyone figured. There was definitely more to come from this young man. At the conference prelimi­ nary meet at the end of Feb­ ruary, Kokot missed the state qualifying time of 1.07.59 by less than threequarters of a second at 1.08.21. A few days later at a “Shave” meet (basically a swimmer’s last chance to qualify for state), Kokot’s dad told him. “It doesn’t matter if you make it or not. Just go out there and have fun.” Kokot did more than just have fun — he beat the state qualifying time by checking in with a time of 1.06.82. A major scramble ensued, as paperwork for the state competition had to be com­ pleted and turned in within just a few days of his quali­ fying. Caledonia Athletic Director Dave Price helped to take care of all the re­ quired paperwork for Kokot to attend the competition. With the state require­ ments met. he received an added bonus — one that no one had quite counted on. Unbeknownst to him. Kokot will receive his varsity letter at an awards banquet to­ night. That was another bit of a scramble. Up to this point. Caledonia didn’t have any w ritten criteria in place for a sw imming varsity letter. Forest Hills' criteria states that a swimmer must place al conference or go to state to receive his her letter. East Kentwood has a timing cri- Jordan Kokot - the one-man swim team for Caledonia High School. He's meeting and beating everyone's expectations — except maybe his own. terion to meet. Kokot’s per­ formance has now forced the issue as to what the writ­ ten criteria for Caledonia swimmers will be in the fu­ ture. It seems that Kokot has Continued next page Freshman Jordon Kokot of Caledonia swam the 100-yard breaststroke Friday afternoon at the Class B-C-D state championship meet at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti It is unusual for a freshman to qualify for such a high-level meet, but Kokot. who participates with the Forest Hills Central team, did so by checking in with a time of less than 1.07 Monday. March 4, in the last regular season meet. His time of 1:09.35 was disappointing for him and placed him 26th, but he has three more chances in his high school career to win a medal. Get Ready for Spring Fishing Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP LOST STREAM A The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map.' The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania" was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. 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Matt Erb. and Nate Smith of Eaton Rapids (7-3) before nar­ rowly losing to Pat Martin of Center Line in the semifi­ nals, 4-3. He then lost to Adam Terry of St. Joseph (pin in 1:44) and Nick Sparks of Trenton (pin in MARCH MAPNESS 0:22) to finish sixth. “I’m pleased with the sea­ son as a whole,” Bowerman said of a year in which he emerged as one of the best in the state, with individual district and regional titles to go with a state runner-up finish for the Trojan team. McKeown lost his first match to Ross Mason of Carleton Airport 13-6, then came back for wins over Dwane Miller of Orchard Lake St. Mary's (pin in 4:29) and Andy Carrier of Jackson Northwest (20-6). After a 10-4 loss to Tony Greathouse of Mason, he avenged his first-round loss to Ross Mason of Carleton Airport (10-5) to take sev­ enth. “It was a good weekend for me, a good learning ex­ perience,” McKeown said. Erb beat Cody Waters of Adrian 9-4 before losing 172 to state champ Roger Kish of Lapeer West. Erb was the only opponent Kish did not pin in his rampage to the ti­ tle. Erb rebounded to beat Mike Smith of Fenton (12- Swimmer, from pg. 18 exceeded everyone’s expec­ tations this season except his own. The state competition didn’t go as Kokot had hoped for, in his own words, “I didn’t do as good as I could have. I didn’t do as good as I should have. But it was a good experience.” “I was thrilled that he got a chance to go,” said Kathy, who attended the competi­ tion with him this last week­ end, as did Lowell’s Coach Heritage. “It’s very rare, especially as a freshman.” (Doug stayed with Spencer so he could attend the Cub Scout Pinewood Derby competition he has been working toward.) When he’s not in the pool what occupies this young man’s time — besides being a freshman at CHS? He en­ joys model rocketry, work­ ing with computers and hanging out with fnends. What docs the future look MARCH MAPNESS Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. like for him? At this point he’s not sure but, “I’ve al­ ways liked aeronautics, as­ tronautics and flying.” As for swimming, Kokot’s goal is to be at 1:02 next year and to break a minute by the time he’s a senior. At least he’s still planning to swim. That’s good for Caledonia, as it seems that he has inspired the hope for larger swim team some day. 1) and Kirk Covey of Cedar Springs (pin in 2:41) before losing to Eric Uxey of Chel­ sea (12-2) and Tony Lyssiotis of Oxford (12-7) and placing sixth. “It was fun,” Erb said. “I'm a little disappointed, but this was all pretty much a bonus after last week (and finishing second as a team).’’ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real .-stale advertising tn lhl» new* paper is subject to the I an Housing Art and the Michigan Civil Rights Art which collectively make it illegal m advertise "any preference. limitation or ditcnminalion based on race, color, rah gam. «ei. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial statu*, nr an intention, to make any Mich prefer ence. limitation or discrimination " f amilial statue includes children under the age of IH living with pnrents or legal custodian*, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under IM This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised w thts newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report dt-ariminaOon call the t-M Housing f enter al Mb-411 29WI The HUD toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I WMI-W7 PARADIGM HOMES, INC. 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This list also provided corrections for some proper­ ties and joins the previous list of properties showing zoning classification for each property in the district. The commission also tackled the new Chapter 9 which now sets regulations for signs In January, the board had sent a draft copy of the sign ordinance to business owners in the township so they could com­ ment on the proposed sign ordinance. This gave the board an opportunity to dis­ cuss "real world" sign situa­ tions and possible solutions. No one attended the pub­ lic hearing to discuss the sign ordinance. Following a careful read­ ing of the new chapter it was Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner American - Chinese ~ Steak 9353 Cherry Valley (M 37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 616-891-1388 3ES 1994 CMC 1/2 TON with cap, A/C, power windows, power locks, 92,000 miles $9,000 or best offer. (616)2091878 anytime or 945-5934 af­ ter 6pm. FIRST TIME HOME buy ers. We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. 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Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $4 and are available at the door US FLOW Visit your AMfi&wSfcwdud showroom in Kalamazoo, located at 5231 Miller Rd. 800-686-4974 ISAVE I S1O.OO OFF Your next service call with this ad. * Not to be used in conjunction with any other coupons. Limit one per customer. The trees are practicing wearing their costumes and walking � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-03-19.pdf e228e5e579bde11d935ea9ada5471c78 PDF Text Text HAST IWGS PUBLIC UBRABI IZISCHUOST 131th year MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 12/March 19, 2002 Detours require patience, adjustments in area travel by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tree removal has begun along Whitneyvilte Road be­ tween Crane Road and 108th Street, and work on the next segment of Main Street reconstruction is un­ der way. While detours are in place, local residents have found the construction both frustrating and confusing while they travel. Some mailboxes have had to be moved to the intersection of Main Street and some school buses have been de­ layed picking up students. Some residents along 108th street say increased traffic along this border street between Kent and Barry counties are con­ cerned about safety. The state of the bridge at 108th and Whitneyville also has The road is closed, mail boxes moved and school buses rerouted Main Street reconstruction encourages patience from all Turn onto High Street for Bradford White Maybe this will keep steel delivery trucks from blocking other residential streets as they look for the water heater manufacturer. raised some concerns. More directional signs to Bradford White have been added help the large steel delivery trucks negotiate the route to the plant without Three Caledonia Village incumbents sworn in by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Three recently re-elected incumbent members. President Daryl Penfold and Trustees Chuck Audy and Arlene Oaks, were sworn in to their offices at the March 12 Caledonia Village Council meeting. Newly elected James Bierlein was not present, apparently planning to be available for the meeting customarily scheduled for Monday evenings. Trustee Nick Unger reported that progress is being made on getting community support for a traffic light at the corner of 100th Street and M-37. Unger said both the village and township had passed resolutions in favor of the step, and those circulating petitions will request a resolution by the Caledonia School Board as well. Village Manager Sandy Ayers said the Kent County Parks Department is also in favor of having the light installed at that corner because this would allow a safe passage over M-37 so users of the recreational trail could continue south from the village portion to the section between M-37 and Middleville. It was believed that Kent County might also give its support to the effort. Unger said he understood the developer of the planned Garden Grove development has agreed to pave a portion of the trail. Unger said a northern portion of the Rail-Trail will not be paved this year, so the Independence Day celebration committee is planning to hold antique Caledonia Village Manager-Clerk Sandra Ayers swears in re-elected Trustee Arlene Oaks, President Daryl Penfold and Trustee Chuck Audy for ther new- terms beginning in March 2002 tractor events in that area. The school portion of the Rail-Trail will not be paved until the high school is constructed. The portion which the county was to work on will only complete the engineering this year. Previous work by volunteers and coordinated "guests of the county" labor on the trail through the village needs continued work to keep the brush growth from coming back. Trustee Dan Erskine suggested Department of Public Works workers might devote an effort to keeping various areas cleared when other duties are not required. He said sometimes these employees sit around, and the Village owns a brush machine that could dispose of the material cut down. He said the village doesn't have to wait for the county to do something with Rails to Trails. He added the area along Emmons Creek also needs to be cleared. Unger said a bill in the State Legislature would require local schools districts to adhere to local planning and zoning and building plan approval. A fence around the sewer plant received three estimates for the enclosure. The fence would add area north of the pond, used for See incumbents, page 2 going down too many neigh­ borhood streets. Residents along Garbow Road are seeing more traffic going by their driveways as residents along Whitneyville Road use Garbow to access Robertson and other routes. The project in Middleville should be completed by mid-May and the Whitneyviile project should be com- pleted by the end of June. Completion dates will be af­ fected by weather and other factors. Information about the Grand Rapids Street portion of the project is available by calling Village Hall at 7953385. Information about the Whitneyville Road project is available by calling 9453449. One incumbent in Middleville, another in Freeport defeated by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lon Myers was re-elected village president with 96 votes at the Village of Mid­ dleville election Monday, March 11, but Freeport in­ cumbent Charles Andrus was defeated. In Middleville William Nesbitt was the closest chal­ lenger in the three-way race for president with 44 votes with Robert Klinge bringing 30 votes. Incumbent council mem­ bers Bill Kenyon and Mi­ chael Lytle returned with votes of 127 and 111 votes. Joining them on council is Charles Pullen, who was elected with 12) votes. The 102 votes cast for in­ cumbent David Newman were not enough to return him to council. The first order of business at the March 12 Middleville council meeting was the swearing in of the new electees. Newman was thanked by Myers for his service to the village over the past four years. See elections, page 2 In This Issue Summer school plans being made for TK students Yankee Springs rescinds water extension approval Caledonia Twp. planners alter sign ordinance Man who provided alcohol in fatal crash gets time in jail �Page 2/The Sun andSiews Uddtevilte. MUMarch 19. 2002 Incumbents sworn in, continued from page 1 an auxiliary drain field, to that already fenced in. Sheep are grazing around the facility within the fenced area, which costs less than mowing. Trustee Dan Erskine said trees inside the area would need protection from the sheep. The lowest bid was for $5,400 and the highest was for $10,970, and the third near the average. Contingent upon engineer Buff Rodger's approval, the lowest bid was approved by the council. Penfold said the solution planned for making 92nd Street I-ake Emmons Drive Pvt. a public street could not be completed because one of the partners, was out of the township. Apparently all that is needed is a signature. Permission to install additional monitoring wells around the Amoco station on Main and M-37 were requested. Some wells already arc in place. The wells allow periodic checking and prevention of any effluent contamination from the fueling station from migrating into Emmons Lane. It is a proactive measure, Penfold agreed. He said he thought it would not be wise, however to grant an casement, because if the village in the future needed to change anything in the right of way, the owner should be responsible for the well replacement. The wells will be located within the right of way, a grassy area between the street and the paved area of the business. The Caledonia Library Committee has requested participation from community representatives, which would include a person to represent a village contingent. Trustee Wendy Zandstra was appointed. In the past, a cabinet for use during video taping and for locked storage of equipment when not used had been authorized by the Village Council for $2,136. The design seemed to have been expanded, and had "turned into a monument." The cabinet maker had asked for an additional $860 for work invested in the cabinet. The total would be $2,679. Penfold explained there has been a preference for the village to own pieces of the video recording equipment, rather than to share cost with the township. “Unclear ownership becomes a problem.” So the village purchases a specific item, and "if it needed maintenance, it is defined who owns what." Both municipal units share the equipment, but each owns separate components of the system. Manager Ayers has keys to the cabinet. The village agreed to pay for the cabinet, but did not approve modifications of the design or the increased cost. It was not clear who had authorized the changes. Penfold advocated paying the amount the village had committed to. but wanted to make an exception about the cabinet, and ask the township to pay for the amount the builder wanted for the extra work. He said the village gets only about $3,000 per year from cable franchise fees related to the public broadcasts, while the township receives much more from Channel 15. He said he felt the township would be in a better position to pay for the disparity. He said maybe the township could buy back one of the cameras so the village could pay for the remainder owed on the cabinet. Meanwhile broadcast quality has been a continued problem. Several years ago the video could be seen, but the broadcasts could not be heard. Now the audio is good, but the picture cannot being made to transmit public meetings on Channel 15. including Caledonia Township Planning Commission business meetings. The Independence Day Committee will be meeting at the Village Hall Thursday evening. March 28. Volunteers to share the The council voted to pay committee work are invited for the pre-approved to come. The celebration will be held June 29 in the amount. Unger said efforts are park this year. be seen. Unger said he had asked in the township office about the problems. He had been told the problems were being worked out with the Charter Communications company, but could not say when they would be cleared up. TK School Board gets update on supt. search bered so members ot the board who are interested can Staff Writer Gene Young from the read over all of the applica­ Michigan Association of tions to make sure the selec­ School Boards Superinten­ tion included all the appro­ dent Search Services at­ priate applicants. Board members Scott tended the Thornapple Kel­ logg Board of Education Kiel and Dan Parker said meeting March 11 to pro­ they wanted to make sure vide an update on the pro­ that Young had used the disgress of the search for the next superintendent. Young discussed the bro­ chure sent to more than 500 interested individuals. Sev­ eral applications have come Donna Stagray’s last day in and he expects most of them to come in on the due as Thornapple Township clerk will be Monday. April date, Friday. March 22. Young and some of his 1, which also will be Susan colleagues will review all Vlietstra’s first day as the the applications March 25 new clerk. This changing of the and select the best 10 to 12. All the applications will be guard was approved by the brought to the district, and Thornapple Township board all applications will be num- of trustees at their meeting by Patricia Johns trict’s criteria for selecting the most appropriate appli­ cants. Young and fellow^ board member Nancy Goodin tried to reassure Scott and Parker that the cri­ teria was generated by the district. The review of the applications is set for Thurs­ day. March 28. The school board hopes to get the appli­ cations down to six for inter­ views. Young also encouraged the board to send him any fi­ nal questions for the inter­ view sessions April 10. 11 and 12. All of these sessions arc open to the public. Thornapple clerk’s last day is April 1 March 11. To take the Boysen for information. In other recent township clerk’s position, Vlietstra had to resign her trusteeship. business, the board heard The township now has 45 about possible fee increases for service by Thornapplc days to fill that position. Stagray served for six Township Emergency Scrv years and is leaving for per­ ices personnel and equip ment. This will not affect sonal reasons. Anyone interested can non-profit entities, only forcontact Supervisor Don profit groups or businesses 9:30 and 11:00 It's real, relaxed and relevant! Meeting at Cross Creek Charter Academy 7701 Kalamazoo Ave. SE 891-0287 www.brightside.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 19. 2002/Page 3 TK Segment I driver ed registrations scheduled The Thornapplc Kellogg School District is planning to offer Segment I Driver Education, with Session I June 17-July 5 and Session 11 July 8-July 26. Students planning to take driver education this sum­ mer will need to register April 17 in the high school auditorium. All applications and fees will need to be handed in during this sign­ up session, which will be from 7 to 9 p.m. All driver education open­ ings will be filled through Middleville Village Clerk Rhonda Fisk swears in Charles Pullen, Michael Lytle this process. In order to help make the sign-up process and Bill Kenyon. easier for parents, the driver education program has Elections, continued from page 1 moved to this format. There will be a charge of worked hard to establish, in Harold Andrus. Nesbitt, in the audience at In the other contested $100 for students. This fee the March 12 Village Coun­ the non-council representa­ race, incumbent treasurer will need to be paid at the cil meeting, asked that his tive position. Nesbitt also recom­ Dorothy Kelley received 33 signup in order to reserve resignation as the non-council representative on the mended that Charles Pullen votes and will retain her po­ the student s placement. This Thornapplc Area Parks and be appointed to the TAPRC, sition. Challengers Jim $100 fee will include both Recreation Committee be to which the Village Council Yarger and Suzanne Wil­ Segment I and Segment II. accepted. Nesbitt proposed agreed. Myers will make liams had 12 and 11 votes, This fee will be waived for students who qualify for free that Newman be allowed to other committee appoint­ respectively. lunch. For those qualifying stay on the parks and rec. ments at the March 26 coun­ Running unopposed were for reduced lunch, the fee committee, which he has cil meeting. Clerk Yvonne Aspinall and will be $50. All checks for In Freeport, challenger council members Lani Timothy Fish won 35 votes Forbes and Robert Ruthruff. HASTINGS 4 to the 22 cast for incumbent driver education should be on the evening of registra­ made out to the Thomapple tion. The driver education Kellogg Schools. Student requirements for openings are limited and will be filled on a firstdriver education: • Must be at least 14 years come. first-served basis. and 8 months at the begin­ Students planning to take driver education this sum­ ning of class. • Must bring a copy of a mer must be enrolled at this birth certificate to the regis­ registration session. Parents should enter the auditorium tration. • Must have a com­ through the high school pleted application turned in doorway. , ' IContempo Kids / Rainbow Studio B now open for your comfort ana theirs! • Baby's First Haircut... FREE! • Boys & Girls thru age 10 $10.00 • Boys & Girls ages 11 -12 $12.00 Blow dry a curling iron extra Plus, a special treat for the kids after every haircut from our Treasure Chest’ ' Contempo Salon ! fl JullSiwica CcntouiuicMilu Sato* fa) the uili’U family' Caledonia village centre • 891-1093 MILLER MEANS. Cun Lake Office 12*00 W M-179 Highway (616) 792-2202 Middleville Office 317 Arlington. 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Ml/March 19. 2002 Applications available for women’s education grant The Women's Education Coalition (WEC) is cur­ rently accepting applications for educational grants to be made this summer for the 2002-03 academic year. Women residing in Alle­ gan. Barry. Calhoun. Kala­ mazoo. St. Joseph and Van Buren counties are eligible to apply for financial assis­ tance for part-time or full­ Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M43 Highway, Hastings time study. Application deadline is May 15. The WEC program pro­ vides renewable grants to adult women who have had a significant break in their education and can demon­ strate how post-high school education will help them at­ tain increased financial inde­ pendence. Women may en­ roll or already be enrolled at the institution of their choice in any educational curricu­ lum or program or profes­ sional development opportu­ nity which leads to employ­ LOCAL Community of CHURCH DIRECTORY Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WhitneyvRe Ave. Church School. Sunday 9 45 am Praise Singing 10 50 a m. Mommg Worship 11 00 a m Wcd Fellowship 7 30pm Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8 30 a m & 11 a m Sunday School for All Ages 945 a m Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service 6:30 p.m Pioneer Cluh (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6 30 p m. Prayer .Meeting - Wednesday 6 30 p m Youth Fellowship - Sunday .6 00 p m Pastor Lloyd DeVormer, Sr. Church Ph 8MMI0 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School............................... 9 30 a Morning Worship 10:45 a Evening Praise . . 6 00 p WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m m m m 7240 AHth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong. ..a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Mommg Worship.............. 9:30 & 1160 a m Youth Ministry.............................................. 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Chunk Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunk with a taring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ......... 9:30 a m. and 6 00 p.m (Child & Adull I (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scoa Greenway. Pastor Keah Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. C ommunity C alling Church Office (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mrwart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor (•ary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CF. ( hiidren s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Nk-dnc vlav Mid Nkek Prayer Word of Life Clubs . MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study 12300 West M 179 Highway (duef Vxw&n Road) WaylMd. Ml 49M* - 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through: Rcio art Messages Dynamo Mush Quality Child Care and rS»grams Phone 891-9259 COMMUNITY CMuno-a WondupHom 960 an md 1630 am Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechdrch.ee Mar. 24: From Triumph to Treason - Palm Sunday Rev Norman Kohns (616) 891 8167 Church Office 616 891-8669 7 Fax 891-8648 caJcdotuaumc org 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northu'esl of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m 792-2889 Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 930 a m MkldtevBe Mornrig Worthy Sunday School (Ji High 6 Adutfs) Nursery • Gode 5 Sr. rtgh - Sun. Evening Jr. Hgh - Godes 6-8. Wed. Evenrtg 1100am 945 am 1100 a m 6004 00 p m 600730pm Rev Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Convenant Church WAYFARER. —Lighting Up Lives for God— community Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1160 am An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Wednesday Family Night 5:45-860 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enksxi 6951 Hanna Lake Asm*, Catedonu 6164984001 redamerMisenjiet Church Finding the Way Together! wy^rtdeanacovenanLorg A nruber d thr Eiwyita Cnmenmt Qumhes d imtnu Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web ute www wayfarercc org WHITNEYVILLE- . Bible Church 250 Vine Street (M-37 » Emmom to \ met Worship Sen ice 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m (JrChurch M HOOutfy) Sunday School .............. 945 a m (Nursery and Quid Cate aiatiahlc throughout the monung > SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Cfmn Cammond’y Cnmpui fm JhitnUiy oudSeonu (fifainlS • CALEDONIA. UNITED METHODIST Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-5655 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sundag School 9:30 AM AU Services Itave a Nurs-enj avaihblr Barner Free www iservnat' -atpaul Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10 00 a in (Jr Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 8684437 Rev P Adams Pfiowe 891 -8440 + 54th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service ....................... £<X) AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 9:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 11.00 AM 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 One mile east of Wfntneyville Rd St Paul Lutheran Church (Misaoun Sgnod) THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURL I I Sunday School...!0:00 a.m. Morning Worship...! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Kalamazoo Network; and the YWCA of Kalamazoo in partnership with the Kala­ mazoo Community Founda­ tion. Information about the program is available from fi­ nancial aid offices of area colleges and universities, lo­ cal social service agencies and coalition member or­ ganizations. Applications may be obtained by writing or calling the Kalamazoo Community Foundation at 151 South Rose Street, Suite 332, Kalamazoo. Ml 49007. phone (616) 381-4416. Wfje ©lb TETrnc jrBletJjolJist (Eljurcl) 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.......................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School............................. 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a m. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 945 a m 1160 a m. o60 p.m. 6 45 p.m 645 p.m. HAY TOWXSFSP Ra.s»« NORM AS KNORR. Awxutr 891-8028 • e-mail leightonWisen net Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue al Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. demonstrate need. Each applicant is asked to provide a statement of goals, a personal work history, let­ ters of recommendation and financial information that demonstrates the need for fi­ nancial assistance. The se­ lection committee also looks at any special circumstances which impact the applicant's ability to finance her educa­ tion. The Women’s Education Coalition is a cooperative venture of Alpha Kappa Al­ pha Sorority, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Inc.; ment or improved employ­ ment. Priority is given to un­ deremployed working moth­ ers. This program is the only one of its kind in southwest Michigan to provide signifi­ cant support for tuition, fees, books, child care, transpor­ tation and education needs of non-traditional women students. There is no maxi­ mum or minimum award, and grant recipients may ap­ ply to renew their awards as long as they are in good standing at their educational institution and continue to Lakeside 2415 Community Chuicn A Place for A Fncadh 6301 * huneyville A»emc Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED CMcngmy Worship Sunday School for AU Ages Eicsung Wordup 9 30am 10 45 a m t> 00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office ^-0391 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sunday Service Times 9:15 AM. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:06 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 w 546-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. rtustwrck |Tc|xcl 8546 WNmeyv-te Ave or 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. . and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Cotedonia High School Sunday Schoa 9 30 am Susday Momrg Worsnp IQ-30 a m Meetrig at cnape< on ZAntneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonrc 600pm Wed MOwee* b 9tie Study .. 7:00 pm Bev Thoma 9uys Abkx • ?ev <ar saner Assoc Poirot WBOMS *teneyvK|i|0fQ �We Sun andN6ws, Mkfcflevflle. Ml/March 19. 2002/Page 5 Summer school plans being made for TK students bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The final semester of this academic year starts Mon­ day. March 25, but already the Thornapple Kellogg School district is preparing to help students in grades K12 prepare for next fall. Chris Boysen and Sharon Kalee gave a brief overview of the K-6 summer school, which will be shorter this year. Last year the summer school was expanded be­ cause of state funding, which now is no longer available. The focus at the elemen­ tary level will be on reading. The middle school has de­ veloped a interdisciplinary program for students just at TK. The cost is $125 per student and 15 students are needed to make it a reality. Principal Mike Spahr will be they believe can benefit from summer school. The minimum of students needed is 15. The summer school program is self supporting. Classes will be held at the middle school from June 11 to July 3. There are no classes on Fridays. The board approved al­ lowing the athletic programs put on by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission to use school facilities. The district and the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ Jeff Price was honored by TK Board of Education. Price on left accepts congratulations from board members Marty Wenger, Kim Selleck and BOE president David Smith. sending letters home to par­ ents explaining how the TK Senior Parents to meet March 25 Thc Thornapple Kellogg Senior Parents organization docs have a few meetings left before graduation, but they arc getting down to the final details. The next meeting of the group, which is planning a fun and safe after-graduation party for Thornapplc Kcl- logg seniors, is on Monday. March 25. at the UAW 1002 Hall adjacent to Bradford White. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Because of construc­ tion participants should come the back way from High Street. summer school program can benefit students. At the high school, sum­ mer school will focus on core subjects like English 1 and English II. The cost for students in the TK School District is $125 and $150 for out-of-district students. Principal Ellen Zack told the board that precautions are in place to make sure that students expelled from other districts do not take summer school courses at TK. Zack and the high school guidance office are contact­ ing parents and students reation Commission will discuss other issues, such as when are and aren't coaches school employees, screening of volunteers working with students and parental in­ volvement. The board honored mid­ dle school custodian Jeff Smith and the parents in­ volved in the PTO as part of parenting month. Smith was praised for go­ ing beyond ordinary service to the schools. He has as­ sisted with after-school events and helped teachers. and students. In other business, the board accepted with regret the resignation of middle school music teacher Mary Weaver after more than 32 years of service to the dis­ trict. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg School Board is scheduled for Mon­ day. March 25. at 7:30 p.m. The board also will have a special meeting Thursday. March 28. to discuss candi­ dates for the superinten­ dent's position. It’s Finally Here! ViM/ap 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Ml 4*9058 Opening Mid-March 2002 ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE FOR SENIORS Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company • www.klsury llvtn<L£2n]—_— GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH o! Easter Celebration Meeting you, your friends, and your family, right where you're at, through: -Relevant Messages -Dynamic Music -Quality Child Care Programs <®> Saturday, March 30: Community Pancake Breakfast 9 to 11 a.m. (free will donation) Community-wide Easter Egg Hunt 11:30 a.m. Registration 11 a.m. • Race Painting ~ Clowns, Games, Prizes • Drawing for a CD Player Please bring your own basket! See you there! Sunday, March 31: Easter Service Join us at 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m 12200 WEST M-179 HIGHWAY (1/2 mile east of Patterson) WAYLAND/MIDDLEVILLE • 795-7903 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH !o �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml'Marcti 19. 2002 Barry County United Way allocates 2001 dollars Allocations arc completed for qoncy raised in the 2001 Barry County United Way fund-raising campaign. Twenty-eight local pro­ grams, including five new agencies, will receive funds to assist them in providing services to Barry County residents. In charge of- the alloca­ tions decisions were 28 local residents representing many sections of the community. The allocations panel di­ vided into groups of eight, and each met with 2-3 agen­ cies to hear about their pro­ grams. Each of the agencies was required to prove that all previously allocated dol­ lars provided services within Barry County. After consid­ ering all of the information they received, the alloca­ tions panels awarded the fol­ lowing 28 agencies funding: Barry County 4-H $30,685 American Red Cross $22,129 Big Brothers/Big Sisters $1,764 Born Again Home Fur­ nishings $1,000 Court Appointed Special Advocates $7,518 Catholic Family Services. The ARK $1,422 Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County $7,979 Commission on Aging Meals on Wheels, in-home services $15,707 DARE $990 DISTANCE $6,000. Emergency Funding $5,000 Family and Children’s Services $31,873 Food Bank of South Cen­ tral Michigan $4,070 Gerald R. Ford Boy Scouts $11,954 Glowing Embers Girl Middleville Lions Club plans chicken dinner by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Mid­ dleville Lions Club arc busy selling tickets for their an­ nual chicken dinner in the downstairs room at the Middlcvilla Restaurant from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 24. The dinner will be an all you can cat affair. The Middleville Lions work hard to serve the com­ munity, like other service organizations, but some­ times it seems few really know what they do. The Lions have estab­ lished parks in the commu­ nity, built and installed a ramp so that those in wheel­ chairs can have access to their home, supported local Cub and Boy Scout troops, worked to help families find out if their children have vi­ sion problems and more. I^ast year the club raised about $3,700 in all and re­ turned that amount to the community. Last year. Santa and Mrs. Claus received new outfits, which were pre­ viewed at the Christmas pa­ rade. The vision screening van. sponsored by the club, will return again to the Barry County Fair and Mid­ dleville Heritage Days. The local club also is proud of its international af­ filiation. Chuck Baughman says, “Very few people know that Baskets, Goodies, 1/2-OFF Card Shop ^Rainbow’s End^s \ Yarn, Craft & Variety 3616-891-1106 9343 Cherry Valley Ave.. Caledonia. Ml 49316 the Lions are the largest in­ ternational organization." Baughman also encour­ ages anyone who needs a wheelchair ramp to call him at 795-7273. Tickets for Sunday after­ noon’s chicken dinner are $7 for adults and $4 for chil­ dren 12 and younger. While tickets are available at the door, the club would appre­ ciate pre-sale purchases. Tickets are available from Lions Club and Bov Scout Troop 105 members. They arc also available for sale at the Middleville Auto Parts Store on Main Street. A small discount is available for tickets purchased in ad­ vance. A significant portion of the proceeds from this event will go to help Troop 105 buy a trailer for their camp­ ing supplies. Boy Scouts will be helping serve the dinner. The next fund-raiser will be selling roses. The dead­ line for ordering is April 4. Rose order forms will be available at the dinner and from Lions members. MARCH MADNESS PRODUCT SALE! 35% OFF ALL PRODUCTS Biolage - Redken Paul Mitchell Scruples Back to Basics Stop in March 20 - 4:00 - 8:00 pm GR FREE ONE MINUTE MANICURE OR NAILS POLISHED W/KATHY 4611 North M-37 Hwy. Middleville beloiv the Middle Villa Inn HAIR STUDIO 795-0053 Scouts $6543 Habitat for Humanity $3,802 Healthy Families $11,565 Barrv County Hospice $9,796' Information and Referral Sen ices S 15.000 Nashville Wish Upon a Star and Christmas Baskets $1351 SAFE Place $1,091 Salvation Army $2,388 Barry County Substance Abuse $8,075 Thornapple Recreation Association $6,800 VALUES $3,500 Victim Service Unit $2504 Volunteer Center of Barry County $25,000 YMCA of Barrv County $106,450 According to Allocations Chairman Matt Thompson, the allocations committee “did a fantastic job of look­ ing at the needs of the com­ munity and funding pro­ grams to meet these needs." In addition to the allo­ cated funds. Barry United Way also will distribute $38,000 designated by do­ nors to specific non-member agencies of the donors’ choice. These designations are as follows: $3,200 to local agencies in Barry County $3,800 to statewide agen­ cies such as Paws with a Cause, American Cancer Society and National Kidney Foundation $9,300 to other United Ways across America $5,500 to out-of-county programs such as Allegan Boy Scouts and Lakeshore Center for Independent Liv­ ing $16,400 to various agen­ cies related to the September 11 tragedy Barry County United Way was able to allocate funds to five new programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters will soon be hiring a fulltime senior caseworker for Story hours scheduled at TK library Ann Noah will lead story half hours from 9:30 am to 10 am each Wednesday morning until the end of the school year at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. This Wednesday’s stories will focus on spring. Next week on March 27 she will close out the month with Easter stories. This is a drop in event which will include stories, songs, crafts and is appronate for children ages 2-4. For information about these and other activities at the li­ brary call 795-5434. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. Unit. The primary function is to ensure domestic vio­ lence victims’ safety and rights throughout the crimi­ nal justice process. The Thornapple Recrea­ tion Association provides youth sporting events, fam­ ily fun nights, summer play­ grounds and a variety of other recreational events in the Middleville and Freeport area. According to Lani Forbes, executive director of Barry United Way. "We allocate dollars to five specific fund­ ing areas: preparing youth to become accountable adults, supporting families to achieve well being and suc­ cess. helping senior adults find support and maintain independence, impacting people through positive change, and addressing ur­ gent needs in Barry County. Through the generosity of our donors, we are able to continue assisting local agencies in meeting these needs and helping to make Barry County a great place to live and raise our fami­ lies." the mentoring program that will operate in Barry County. It has been about 10 years since a local program has been available for kids 5 to 17 years of age who would benefit from a caring adult friend. Born Again Home Fur­ nishings receives used furni­ ture, appliances and house­ hold items donated by the general public and distrib­ uted to those in need free of charge when referred by lo­ cal agencies such as Love. Inc., Victim Service Unit or the American Red Cross. United Way dollars will be used to help pay for the cost of keeping this valuable pro­ gram available to Barry County residents. DISTANCE is a school/police liaison pro­ gram that operates in all area junior high schools. A sher­ iffs deputy is assigned to as­ sist schools in reducing tru­ ancy. delinquency, violence and other juvenile issues. The VALUES program (Violence Against Loved Ones Ends Soon) is a pro­ gram of the Victim Service Jousmas to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Ray and Darlene Jousma will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary March 21, 2002. They have resided in the Caledonia area all their married life. Their children are Ken and Bonnie Colburn, Allan and Linda Jousma, Gordon and Chari Jousma, Roger and Sue Troost and Randy and Jeri Jousma. They also have 17 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. 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Pifer of Alto, recently com­ pleted basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot. San Diego. Pifer successfully com­ pleted 12 weeks of training designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physi­ cally and mentally. TK Students of the Month announced The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for February at Thomapple Kellogg High School: (front row, from left) Christina Alhngton, Rachel Clinton, Michelle May, Shanna Sanderson, (second row) Andy Olczak, Jennifer Chapman, Chad Bnce, Leigha Blain, Amanda Golden, Melissa Moorhouse, Michelle Bronsmk. (third row) Mark Rohson, Shawn Timm, Amanda Boot, Curt Batdorff and Chester Bohley. Unavailable for the picture were Holly Smith. Marvin Nunez and Kammi Sovern Pifer and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a.m., by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical conditioning program. Pifer spent numerous hours in classroom and field assign­ ments which included learn­ ing first aid. uniform regula­ tions, combat water survival, marksmanship. hand-tohand combat and assorted weapons training. They per­ formed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. He and other recruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps' core values honor, courage and commit­ ment, and what the words mean in guiding personal and professional conduct. Pifer and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour team effort, problem solving evolution which culminated with an emotional ceremony in which the recruits were presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and were addres­ sed as “Marines” for the first time since boot camp began. Pifer is a 2001 graduate of Caledonia High School. 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Rueter S/ajf Writer Twelve of the 16 Caledo­ nia Odyssey of the Mind teams that entered the re­ gional competition recently earlier this month made it into the top ten slots, and four will be moving on to state competition in April. The teams that will be in Traverse City for the state competition next month were the Chameleon Divi­ sion III, Caledonia High School team, self-coached, second place; ('enter Stage Division III, Caledonia High School team, coached by Melissa Hormel. second place; Chameleon Division I, Kettle Lake Elementary, coached by Elizabeth Shrewsbury, tied for third, and Caledonia Elementary School, coached by Jessie Hancock and Melissa De­ Horn. Caledonia Elementary Team A, coached by Jessie Hancock and Melissa De­ Horn. also has the distinc­ tion of having won the Runatra Fusca Award, a coveted honor that is pre­ sented to teams or individu- STOP IN AND SEE! Now Open For Our 25th Season' VVMJVlh LOTS OF NEW 2002 SWIMSUITS! CLOTHING ARRIVING DAILY!! HOURS: Mon-Sat IQ-6 Sun 10-4 Wed 10-8 l!4O2Q»dhkiwday.GunUkc 795-9947 Gift Certificatn Ah^Fit! A favorite event at the competitions no matter where you place is the trading. Just kids, no adults and some fine hag­ gling over inexpensive trinkets One of the teams to enter into the State Competition with their Chameleon Divi­ sion III entry is this Caledonia High School Team. Their vehicle and background reflected the spirit of the problem by changing holidays. als who exhibit exceptional creativity in some aspect of presentation or behavior during a competition. Though only the previ­ ously mentioned four teams will be continuing this year. Odyssey of the Mind com­ petitions involve many months of preparation and hard work. The following are the names of all the team members from Caledonia who prepared for and com­ peted at regionals. • The Chameleon Divi­ sion III, self-coached: Tricia Miedema, Jayme Luetkemeyer, Kyle Bellgraph, Corey McGilton, Nicole Shive and Josh Wienczkowski — all sopho­ mores at CHS. • The Chameleon Divi­ sion I, coached by Elizabeth Shrewsbury: David Ziemke, Beautify you* kute FC<5t«jLe^va /mm Bibles, Books, Music, Gifts & Tuxedos and Christian Bookstore 109 111 W State St . Hastings 616-945-5029; toll free 1 888-213-3626; Fax 1-616-945-0469, e mail bariou/fSiserv net Delivery all over Barn County Greg Echelbarger, Alex Ru­ eter, Taryn Herrick, David VanderMark, Andrea Engerson and Cortney Howell — fourth- and fifth-graders at Kettle Lake Elementary. • The Chameleon Divi­ sion I, coached by Jessie Hancock and Melissa De­ Horn: Stacey Forton, Aaron Maxey, Alicia Lanser, Trent Pontious, Alexa Krueger, Kegan Ball and Stacie Moll — third-graders at Caledo­ nia Elementary. • The Classics Division III, coached by Melissa Hor­ mel: Amy Jasaitis, Ben Keizer, James Ward, Brianna Hormel, Shelby King and PJ Delnay — sopho­ mores at CHS. • The Ostrich Factor Divi­ sion II, coached by Judy Doran and Lisa Taylor: Brooke Schievink, Robby Barry, Caroline Meerman. Alec Van Dyke, Luke Tay­ lor. Matt Cavanaugh and Aaron Dailey — sixth-grad­ ers at CMS. (Received sixth place recognition.) • The Ostrich Factor — Division II, coached by Sheryl Kim: Tiffany Kim, Adam Brooks. Britannia Hormel, Stephanie Ross­ man, Alex Rogers, Kylia Stagter and Maddie Zych — sixth-graders at CMS. (Re­ ceived fifth place recogni­ tion.) • Classics... Center Stage Division II, coached by Re­ becca Stauffer: Bethany Shiefla, Christy Morowa, Genelle Schedlebaur, An­ drea Schedlebaur, Nicole Stauffer and Stephanie Gorgas — grades 6 and 8 at CMS • Classics... Center Stage Division II, coached by Pam King: Jillian King, Tim Ward, Leslie Boot, Travis Raley, Emily Oosterhouse, Lindsey Forton and Kaitlin Oberlin — all seventh-grad­ ers at CMS. • The Ostrich Factor Divi­ sion I, coached by Stacey Kelly: Stephanie Forton, Ryan Van Putten, Michelle Walker, Ashley Kelly, Noah Buikema, Lindsey Follett and Shane Montgomery — all fifth-graders at Caledonia Elementary. • Classics... Center Stage Division II, coached by Henny Stauffer: Sara Ingle, Jake Lyons, Malia DeBoer, Mitchell Brown, Shannon Keizer, Scott Miller and Kurt Rempe — sixth- and seventh-graders at CMS. • Classics... Center Stage Division I, coached by Carla Siegle, Lisa Batchelor and Kathy Babcock: Alicia Batchelor, Katie DeMuesc, Paige Redner, Nick Bab­ cock, Austenson Rueter, Ja­ cob Pipe and Clayton Siegle — third-graders at Kettle Lake Elementary. • Classics... Center Stage Division II, coached by Crystal Bellgraph, Michelle Jenkins and Kim Vidcan: Shawn Videan, Tim Kelly, Danny Shive, Melissa Stan- ley, Erin O’Brien. Heather Jenkins and Steven Bell­ graph — sixth-graders at CMS. • Classics... Center Stage Division II. coached by Shelly Page: Merle Domer, Katie Page. Kristi Page. Lindsey De Groot, Amber Cook and Kelsey Arnold sixth- and eighth-graders al CMS • The C hameleon Divi­ sion I, coached by Mary Jo Hall: Laura Knight, Saira Shah, Jeff Klanderman, Colin Stephenson, Garrett Weatherly, Olivia Hall and Sunny DeJong — fourth­ graders at Emmons Lake Elementary. • The Ostrich Factor Division I, coached by Sheryl Kim: Ally VandenBosch, Ryan Donohue, Ra­ chel Corson, Emily Ross­ man, Tyler Parker, Dcric Chiles and Taylor Pagano — fourth-graders at Em­ mons Lake Elementary. • Classics... Center Stage — Division I, coached by Linda Ward and Pcnni Ho­ man: Kelsey Caswell, Adam Pattison, Sam Ward, Taylor Ward, Adam Homan, Mor­ gan Weiss and Danny Oster — fourth-graders at Dutton Elementary. Though the primary team for Me and My Shadow, first-graders at Kettle Lake Elementary were unable to make it to regionals, they will be performing their long-term problem at their school sometime in April. The coach for the team is Tricia Davis and members are Ellery Alexander, So­ phie VanSicklc, Ann Marie Echelbarger, Katrina Carter, Mackenzie Clark, Sean McBride and Kail Vencma. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-9*15-3512 �The Sun and News. Mtddtevffle. MVMarch 19. 2002/Page 9 Caledonia woman to present paper in North Carolina A students were honored by Thomapple Financial Center with $25 grft certifi­ cates to Craig’s Cruisers From left are Deborah Wert, students Danielle Johnson, Emily Granger and Cade Dammen. Susan Foster and Cheryl Mosey. ‘A’ students getting extra rewards at TK by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Susan Foster, Deborah Wert and Cheryl Mosey at the Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts earlier this year decided to help recognize good stu­ dents. Beginning with second semester report cards, they asked students who got A’s in any subject to bring their report cards to the financial center and enter a drawing. I was so impressed with the 135 entries the first time,” Mosey said. Students at Page Elementary. Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle School and TK High School are eligible. Foster said, “This shows how many students work hard in school and how many parents arc encourag­ ing their children to do the best they can.” A’s from the third making period are due within two weeks of the report cards be­ ing distributed to students. The prize for the third marking period has not been selected. All students who . k^ k^ The Caledonia United Methodist Church continues the series “From Sacrifice to Celebration” led by Pastor Benjamin Kohns at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. March 20. 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Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera. Alaska. Hawaii and the Panama Canal rian Church. Lunch is served Whether you're planning a first or second honeymoon, a romantic week’s vacation or a 3 or 4 day getaway, at noon in the Leason give us a call for the one vacation that's just more fun Sharpe Hall at noon and is 4 Night* From 3 NigtltS From 7 Nights From followed by a worship serv­ ice at 12:30. The church is located at 231 S Broadway. n Lenten season events planned 29 W, fl MONTHS k^ participate will have their names entered in the annual drawing for a $100 savings bond. The Thomapple Financial Center is located at 111 M37 in Middleville. Call 7953387 for information. Huntington College’s Jen­ papers” Herring’s paper. “A Study nifer Herring, a senior com­ munication student from on Conjugate Lateral Eye Caledonia and Lauren Movements in Relation to Creation and Hines, a senior from Wau­ Gender. conda. Ill., will present Recall.” seeks to determine the relationship between papers at the Southern State Communication Associa­ shifts in gaze, creation, tion’s Annual Convention recall and gender Eighty April 4-7 in North Carolina. college students participated The papers were written in the study by answering as a part of a project for a two questions in the pres­ nonverbal communication ence of an interviewer. The class, taught by Dr. Mike first question asked the sub­ Rowley. The referred papers jects to project where they were accepted to be present­ would be in five years. The ed at the convention in April. second question asked them “This is a huge accom­ to describe their favorite plishment for an undergrad­ childhood memory “The study found that the uate,” said Rowley. “At this time. Jennifer and Lauren subjects looked predomi­ are the only students in the nately to the left, regardless department that will gradu­ of the nature of the question ate with refereed convention or the gender of the individ­ ual.” recalled Herring. "The results also supported the hemispherical activation the­ ory, which hypothesizes that gaze will shift to the oppo­ site side of the hemisphere NEWEST CITIZEN s249 s279 s549 7MB hrxn-co Sartm W m la <UOi Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads (616) 554-0311 Cruise B Carnival. The poplar Cruise Une in the Woritf. Vflc£ �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Marcn 19. 2002 Three go on state competition TK Odyssey of the Mind teams do well at regionals by Patricia .Johns Staff Reporter Following a several year lapse the Odyssey of the Mind teams at Thornapple Kellogg teams competed well in regional competition on Saturday. March 9 at Howard City. Three teams will move on to state com­ petition at Traverse City on April 13. In addition two other teams received third place medals. There was also one fourth, one fifth place and sixth place honor­ able mention. During regional competi­ tion teams performed the so­ lution to their long term Taking Gold and going on to Traverse City are the members of the TKMS OMER's Earthly Adventure Team Gail Wachtor’s team came home with a bronze for their chameleon challenge and then also were judged on their responses to a “spontaneous” problem which they did not know about in advance. Winning a third place medal in his first coaching attempt was Dirk VanDiver’s team at Page. He worked with a team working on “h’s a Snap." This is a problem which combines Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way Insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 T.T • ♦ > Christopher J. Hier, building a lightweight balsa wood structure, seeing how much weight it will hold and creating a skit to go along with it. Like all the prob­ lems each team has only 8 minutes to perform. Their skit featured on well and lit­ tle known facts about balsa wood. VanDiver and his team also brought their chessboards out during breaks be­ tween competition. A very popular move which brought team members from other schools to the table. This team also had assis­ tance from a team from Carson City. This team donated some balsa wood to the Page team. This unselfish action brought the Carson City team an OMER award. Team members are Ryan Ahern, Kailee Anderson, Mark Beilfuss, Elizabeth Chappelow, David Comeau, Chelsea Funk and Marcus Me Keogh. The Chameleon team led by teacher Mandy Pranger also received bronze medals. 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This Abraham Kim, Amanda team was the only team at Nicholas, Melanie Truer and the middle school level solv­ Gina Mancuso worked on ing the Ome.’s Earthly Ad­ the problem “Ostrich Fac­ venture problem. This team almost doubled tor.” This is a performance the score they needed to go problem in which the team on to Traverse City where uses humor, invisibility and they will face competition a surprise for the audience. from other teams from Their effort brought them a across the state. Stephanie sixth place honorable men­ Ahern, Elena Gormley, Liza Jedlowski, Elizabeth tion. Taking the fifth place in a Ketchum, Amanda Pullen hotly contested problem was and Ashlee Ironside created the Center Stage team at solutions to environmental page. Parent Jean Ray problems with the assistance coached Eli Bergsma, Cas­ of OMER, the Odyssey of sie DeHaan, Kara Fass­ the Mind mascot. bender, Ted Rosenberg, Joshua Scott and Nick Tape in a problem which includes an humorous performance based on classical literature and an original dance. At the middle school level bronze medal winners on Linda Truer’s team are go­ ing to state. Alayna Forester, Jessie Irwin, Melissa Pletts, Andrea Truer, Tasha Wat­ kins, Kate Wilson and Jamie VanDongen showed style and humor in their solution to the Center Stage problem. Odyssey of the Mind rules allow teams to move forward to the next level based on the number of teams competing. At the middle school level 8 teams competed meaning that the top three would go on. Stephanie Cardwell’s team of Brittney Benjamin, Jenny Berryman, Chloe Brower, Renee Kimbrcl, Hillary Klunder, Sharon Laycock and Chelsea Oostveen with their humorous touches on their Ostrich Factor performance brought them a silver medal. Teachers Mary Francisco, Mary Scheidel and Shelly Siekman coaching in their first year guided a team of Kaileigh Borrink, Kari DcPew, Tim Etter, Kendall Moore, Sam Scholtens, lan Sisson and Kyla Sisson as they negotiated the require­ ments of the Chameleon. Their performance Don't settle for any ordinary IRA An Edward Jones self-directed IRA gives you: I Tax advantages I FlexMtty iMoroa investments I Personalized service Transferring your existing IRA is easy. Can or stop by today for details. Drew McFadden 9145 Cterry VaSey toe., Safe E rdMoma, M 49314 Bm. 1-416491 1173 M Free 4664911173 EdwardJones Serm« btoiSi li Sae. *71 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVMarch 19. 2002/Page 11 ‘America & Me’ contest winners announced Three students from Cale­ donia Junior High School in Caledonia, have been named local winners in the 33rd annual “America Ac Me” essay contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The three students who earned the first, second, and third place awards for their school are Lauren Alex­ ander. first Kelly Cavan­ augh. second, and Amanda Jandahl. third. All three received award certificates for their achievements. As the school’s first place win­ ner. Lauren's name will also be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Caledonia Junior High School’s participation in the America & Me essay contest was sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance agent Continued from previous page Mark Johnson of Grand Rapids. Lauren Alexander's first place essay now advances to the state level competition, from which the top ten essays in Michigan will be selected. The top ten state­ wide winners, who will be announced in April, will receive plaques, cash, and U.S. savings bonds valued from $500 to $1,000. In addition, the top ten essay­ ists will be honored at a ban­ quet in Lansing, meet with Michigan’s top governmen­ tal leaders and be the fea­ tured guests at a Lansing Lugnuts minor league base­ ball game dedicated in their honor. A team of finalist judges, including a top Michigan government official and the sponsoring teachers of last year’s top two statewide winners, will determine the ranking of the top ten statewide winners this year. Several thousand eighth grade students from nearly 525 Michigan schools par­ ticipated in the 2001-2002 America & Me essay con­ test which was conducted with the help of Farm Bur­ eau Insurance agents across the state. The topic of the 2001-2002 contest was “Why I am Grateful to America’s Veterans.” Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest encour­ ages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in America’s future. As spon­ sor of the contest. Farm Bureau Insurance has earned 11 national awards from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. Twelve area students earn degrees at GVSU Silver medalists in the Ostrich Factor from TK MS are going to Traverse City Twelve area students graduated from Grand Val­ ley State University at the conclusion of the fall 2001 semester. The students and their de­ grees earned, grouped by home towns, were: Alto — Matthew C. Bush­ man. bachelor of business administration; Ericka N. Gless. bachelor of science nursing; and Thomas C. Ward, master of business administration. Caledonia — Lori K. Baker, bachelor of science; Joshua T. Haywood, bache­ lor of business administra­ tion; David B. Moore, mas­ ter of social work; Nicholas R. Smith, bachelor of sci­ ence; and Jessica Troost, bachelor of science. Middleville — Ruth N. Caton, bachelor of science; Joy DeLange-Alferink, mas­ ter of education; Melissa L. Landman, bachelor of sci­ ence: and Tracy D. 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Approval of Consent Agen­ da: All Ayes-Mobon Carned Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report Township passed a resolution m favor of a light at M37 and 100th St. Village Manager Report: Reviewed three estimates for expanding the fence at the Treatment Plant $5400 00 from PS Fencing All Ayes, motion carned Village President Report: Penfold reported that SAH should be signing the final docu­ ments any day to complete the 92nd Street purchase Unfinished Business: none New Business 1 Jim Perkins requested a letter of support from the Village to conduct a Search Institute Training seminar for community members All Ayes-Motion carried 2 Delta Environmental Con­ sultants would like to install 2 monitoring wells in the Main Street right of way for the Amoco property Coun­ cil asked the Manager to do some further investigation as tar as responsibility for the wells if they are located on Village ROW and update the Council 3 Penfold recommended that Wendy Zandstra be ap­ pointed as the Library Representative. All Ayes Motion carried 4 Tom Apol has requested an additional amount of $534 00 over and above the approved amount of $2136 00 for the new cabi­ net located in the Village' Township meeting room Council discussed the dif­ ference and a mobon was made by Audy to pay the original amount of $2136 00 supported by Oaks All Ayes mobon ear­ ned Further discussion for a second request for $867 32 tor costs to add further winng for the new cabinet was tabled The Council believes that the Township should be adding more funds to the cable expansion and updates Council questioned why the Cable Committee isn't involved in making recom­ mendations to the Village and the Township Public Comments: Steve Gebert discussed his views on the Search Institute Training from a citizens point of view Council Comments: Adjournment: 8 05 p m Respectfully submitted by Sandra Ayers. Clerk VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Synopsis Village of Middleville, Michigan Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber ot the Village Hall Members present: Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Cor­ son. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr. Lon Myers and Mr David Newman Members absent Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg The minutes of the February 12. 2002 meeting were approved as wntten The Agen­ da was approved as amended Mr ciar Miller Submitted the Earth Tech report Mr Mark Marantette was introduced as the new TIES Chief ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #02001. Loan Agreement with Downtown Development Auth­ ority adding Phase ll to Item C in Exhibit A. on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr Bray Roll call vote result­ ed in 6 Ayes with one member absent 2 Approved the invoices dated February 22. 2002 m the amount of $13,529.03 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Kenyon 3 Re-appointed Ed Schelitnger. Treasurer, to a two year term, expmng March 11. 2004 and reappointed Rhonda Fisk. Clerk to a twe year term, expir­ ing March 11. 2004 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Re-appomted Rex Schad and Kevin McGee to tour year terms, expmng February 13, 2006. on the DDA on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Newman 5. Appointed Audrey VanStrien to an unexpired term, expmng February 13. 2005, on the DDA on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6 Approved the final prelimi­ nary plat for Rolling Oaks Phase I on a motion made by Mr Newman and supported by Mr. Bray 7 Adjourned the meeting at 7 55 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of • 00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday through Friday I FREE I I MARKET mith iamond I ANALYSIS I SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml 891-2222 I I I I Plat Name Contact Schools Price Acres/ Person Range I Lot Size I I David 1.9 Acres $34,900 I Coldwater Vanderwoude to to I Hills $38,900 Caledonia 299-4168 2.7 Acres I FULLY I IMPROVED 1/2 Acre Sharon I $30,000 Emerson to to I Golf Side $50,000 Caledonia 891-1684 I Meadows 3/4 Acre I John or I 1.84 Acres $38,900 Mary Kay I McCleve to to I Snow Ridge 3.89 Acres $44,900 Caledonia 292-4548 Estates I I John or 1.51 Acres $34,900 Mary Kay I to McCleve I Summerwyn to I Estates 3.43 Acres $44,900 Caledonia 292-4548 I I 2.0 Acres $30,000 Wendy I Jordan Zandstra to to I Meadows $44,900 Lowell 291-4158 3.0 Acres I I Smith-Diamond Realtors1 rg-==i I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 . =’*** I Elizabeth Kelson 891-2222 Ryan Ogle 891-2222 I Mel Brenner David Pratt.............. 877-4010 891-2222 S -D Build Your Dream Home I Vacant Land I I I I I Katie Cummiford Kay Cummiford Sharon Emerson Maryanne Hoeksma Heather Lake Debra Lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Kendra Noffke 262-2021 291-3330 891-2222 891-7183 891-2222 262-8333 891-7171 891-7172 891-2222 891-7176 Ron Richards Jennifer Russo 891-2222 Susan Stapish 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 Sam Wright 891-2222 Wendy Zandstra 891-SOLD I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Yankee Springs rescinds water extension approval by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board last week voted to rescind an agree­ ment made with Gary and JoAnne Belka for extending water service to their prop­ erty. The Belkas asked the Township Board last month to extend the water line on Patterson Road to their property line. They said they had received a letter from the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, encour­ aging them to work with the township to get water in­ stead of installing a well be­ cause the Belkas' property is within the contaminated area. At that meeting the Belkas were told that the township would have to look at the ordinance and then get back to them. At a special meeting Feb. 26. the board approved this request and authorized spending up to $30,000 to extend the water line, with the township waiting on looping the system until the water tower project. The Belkas were notified of this decision by the Gun Lake Area Sewer Authority and went ahead with the plans to build their new home. Their builder, Todd Wohlford. obtained all the necessary permits and was scheduling his employees. Thornapple, Yankee Springs twps. adding precincts by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The 2000 census results have had an impact on vot­ ers in Yankee Springs and Thornapple Townships. In Yankee Springs the growth in population and registered voters means the township must create a sec­ ond precinct. There are now 3,036 registered voters in the township. For the next election cy­ cle, both precincts will be housed in the township hall. The vote scanning machine can be set up to handle votes from precincts. Yankee Springs Town­ ship Clerk Jan Lippert said that in the future the fire barn will be the second loca­ tion for voting, and the township will have to ac­ quire an additional machine. The township is divided with those south of M-179 belonging to precinct 2 and those north to precinct 1. Voters will be notified of their new status before the primary election in August. In Thornapple Township voters in Precinct 1 will go to a new location, the Thor­ napple Kellogg Learning Center (the former middle school science wing) to vote , beginning in August. There is plenty of parking in both the old bus garage lot and the McFall Elemen­ tary school lot. Rising population in the township may lead to the need for a third district. But after the Feb. 26 meeting. Township Supervi­ sor Al McCrumb was told by township attorney John Lohrstorfer the board should reverse this decision. A let­ ter dated March 5 was sent to the township. A copy of this letter w as not sent to the Belkas until the afternoon of March 14. The board members last Thursday night voted unani mously to rescind their Feb 26 decision. The discussion touched on the cost, w hethei this action would set prece­ dents for others wanting wa­ ter in the township and whether this was fair in the whole water picture in the district. McCrumb apologized for the delay in notifying them of the attorney's opinion. He also said he would try to find out from the health de­ partment w hether or not the family could install a well on the property. in other water related business, the public hearing on the water tower project will be held tn the township hall Wednesday. April 17. at 7 p.m. CHARTER TOP. OF CALEDONIA REGULAR MEETING MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m on Wednesday. March 20. 2002. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the February 20, 2002 Board of Trustees Meeting B Correspondence Not Requiring of Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer’s Report E. Building Department Report G. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 1. Request by Allan & Diana Hudson to Amend an Approved Planned Unit Development (PUD) and to Rezone Property Removed from the PUD to C-2, General Business. Parcel #41 23.07 200.040 Property Commonly Known as 7105 Broadmoor Ave­ nue. 2 Request by Jamie Wnght to Rezone Pro­ perty from R-2, Medium Density Single Family to C-1, Neighborhood Bus­ iness Parcel #41 23 02 451. (last 3 numbers to « be assigned) Property Located North of 66th Street. East off Whitneyville Avenue 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A Report by Enc Longman. Chairman of the Library Advisory Committee B Report by Kris Apol. Chairwoman of the Historical Commission 8. CORRESPONDENCE A Letter from the West Michigan Clean Air Coalition B Letter from Dick & Cindy Robertson /Home Occupa tion Permit Discussion 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Motion - Adoption of Job Description for the Posidon of Fire Chief B. Motion - Appointment of a Search Committee for the Position of Fire Chief 10. NEW BUSINESS A Resolution A Resolution to Approve Farm Grove Site Condominium' B Discussion - Possible Sale of 'Alask.i h m C. Appointments/Confirmations - To the Construction Board of Appeals D Appointments/Confirmations - To the Library Advisory Committee E. Resolution - A Resolution to Approve Amendment No. 30 in the Articles of Incorporation of Grand Valley Metropolitan Coun­ cil’ F Resolution • M-37 User Rate G Motion-Purchase of crane and plow 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT Spring Is Here! - ?r ... What are your plans? Beach? Boating? Camping? Fishing? Golfing? Family & Fun? Affordable Lawn Care can help you manage your lawn maintenance needs, so you have more time for summer. Affordable Lawn Care ♦Providing over 14 years of professional experience! •For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 ■r email: aflenlakle lawacare@liatmail.cam �The Sun and News. Middleville, MI March 19. 2002/Page 13 Caledonia Twp. planners alter sign ordinance by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week sent the draft of an overhauled sign ordinance to the Township Board. The new local law includes alterations to the old ordinance with input from the model prepared by consultant Ken Dcttloff. The draft will have a public hearing before the details arc finalized and before passage or rejection by the Township Board. Some of the major points to be included in the draft arc: • There will not be any additional new billboards allowed in the township, even along M-6. where the elevated highway permits visualizing lower signs from some distance. • Industrial and highway commercial zones will have ground mounted signs. Signs in planned unit developments (PUDs) for the type of uses described will comply with all provisions of the sign ordinance. • Art. such as wall murals and sculpture will be required to meet most of the same requirements as signs, or come to the Planning Commission for a special use permit. Construction specifications are an important consideration. • Portable signs continue to be prohibited. • One sign per lot would be allowed. Distances between signs will be limited to the road frontage of the lots. • Signs above the roof w ill not be permitted, but mansard roof overhangs may be used for mounting signs. • Sign lighting specifications will be clearly defined, and would require engineering specifications governing features to make these signs safe. Prevention of light trespass may mean more work to get the result desired. Environmental effects on night flying species was a consideration. Electronic message signs will triple the previous frequency of five-second intervals. Double faced lighted signs will be allowed in C-l and C-2 zones. • Pylon signs will be disallowed in the future. The height of signs will be limited and include berm height and grade consideration. Ground mounted sign size will be reduced from 100 to 60 square feet. Setbacks also are specified in various districts. • Building mounted signs would be limited to 30 square feet per tenant. • Temporary free standing real estate and residential signs will be allowed up to seven days after the conclusion of an event. Political signs would be limited to 90 days. Balloons are not allowed. Signs for posted property will meet normal state requirements. It was felt that the specific rules would provide effective public information to consumer traffic without creating safety hazards or visual clutter in the township detracting from the character of the township local people asked for when the master plan was created during a two-year process completed a year ago. Sign permits would require building department recommendation, insurance registration and may need Planning Commission approval. Unpermitted and non-conforming signs would have to be removed. Rules affecting signs will be enforced by the zoning administrator. Betsy Macicak. The ordinance will limit new signs being put up. The changes will not affect signs presently erected with a permit, unless reconstruction of over 60 percent of the old sign required renovation. The goal would be to eventually eliminate non­ complying signs. Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Hastings Banner • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Weekender Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! ....... ■■■■■ 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (616) 945-9554 • Fax (616) 945-5192 !!■»—— BUICK LdSABRE^ CUSTOM FREE LEATHER INTERIOR Making music in science It might not be your father s science class but the 122 students (only a portion shown here) in Luanne Wiese’s seventh grade science classes created their own musical instruments. Students had to create a brochure, demonstrate their instru­ ment and play a song for their classmates before they could get a grade. 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Joseph Ira Brown. 45. of Middleville, pleaded no con­ test to one count of selling and furnishing alcohol to minors causing death, a fel­ ony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and/or a $5,000 fine. He was accused of providing the alcohol to 19-ycar-old Nicholas Bont and 18-year-old Sarah Wi­ ese Sept. 7, the night Bont drove his car into a tree while under the influence of alcohol, killing Wiesel. As part of his plea agree­ ment. Brown was ordered to spend the next five years on probation with the first 12 months in the Barry County Jail with credit for one day served. He was also ordered to pay a $1.000 fine, $1,000 costs and restitution will be determined at a later date. He was also ordered as part of his probation to be inside his residence between midnight and 6 a.m. “a pro­ bationary term I usually re­ serve for teenagers but given the level of your maturity. I think its appropriate." said Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher. Brown offered no apolo­ gies to Wiese’s parents. John Wiese and Susan Brown who appeared at the hearing to support the prose­ cutor’s recommendation of one year in jail. “The presentence report paints a grim picture of Mr. Brown.” said Chief Assis­ tant Prosecutor Jeff Cruz. “He continues to corrupt his daughter. Though the guide­ lines call for a prison sen­ tence, the recommendation is for a probationary cap.” According to Cruz. Brown admitted to authori­ ties that Bont and Wiese were at his house on the night of the crash. He told police that he then rode in a car with the young couple along with a fourth person when Bont stopped at a resi­ dence and retrieved a fifth of Vodka he had previously hidden in the back yard. The group then stopped at a grocery store in Hastings PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe and Brown bought a case of Cruz said he entered into beer for the couple before the plea agreement with the foursome returned to Brown because of the “stub­ Brown's home. born fact” that it could not Cruz said Brown claims be proven to a jury that Bont he went to bed and did not actually drank the beer actually see Bont and Wiese Brown purchased prior to drink the beer nor did he the accident and that it could know they left his house. have been the Vodka which The crash occurred at caused him to become in­ about 3 a.m. on Kiser Road toxicated. “I’ll refer to (former in Yankee Springs Town­ President) John Adams who ship. Bont was sentenced Jan. 3 was a successful attorney.” to serve three to 15 years in said Cruz at the sentence prison on his conviction of hearing. “John Adams ar­ operating under the influ­ gued for a British soldier ence. causing death. He reg­ who killed several people in istered a 17-bodily alcohol the Boston massacre.” content after the fatal crash. Cruz explained that the two cases are similar be­ cause there is public outcry for retribution. “I would have to prove to a jury that the providing of alcohol to Bont was a direct and substantial cause of the victim’s death,” said Cruz. John Wiese asked the court to “make an example of Mr. Brown to the com­ munity.” he said. “I lived with a daughter who was a real challenge and I wouldn’t allow alcohol in my home because I knew there was a problem.” “A young woman is dead,” Fisher told Brown's attorney. David Kuzava, be- fore sentencing, “and a young man's life is ruined. He's sitting in prison be­ cause of your client’s ac­ tions by going out and buy­ ing them a case of beer." Kuzava said Brown has accepted his responsibility for his role in Wiese’s death. “I hope this serves as a message to the community, to adults who think it’s OK to provide alcohol to teenag­ ers.” said Fisher to Brown. “You are an alcoholic and you party with teen-agers. Those days are over. Other­ wise. I’m prepared to sen­ tence you to prison for six years.” Police motorcycle may join Middleville parades by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Officer Kevin Gustafson from the Middleville unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s department will take a threeday motorcycle training course to will allow him to use the county’s motorcycle in parades and special events or to do crowd con­ trol when needed. There is a possibility that POLICE BEAT Middleville will be be able to lease a motorcycle this year. Sgt. Tony Stein also dis­ cussed whether the traffic at the corner of Main Street and M-37 to stop at the broad white line. Council member Dorothy Corson en­ couraged him to ticket those who don’t, since trucks have a disadvantage when care are parked too close to the intersection. Earthtech, the company that manages the village waste water treatment plant, received a five- year con­ tract with a 1.1 percent in­ crease. If the volume of Four wrought iron chairs, sewage treated rises signifi­ a matching table and a Sun­ cantly, the village will re­ beam gas grill were taken visit the contract. from a Johnson Drive sum­ mer cottage in Yankee Springs Township sometime between Feb. 23 and March 2, according to the Barry County Sheriff s Office. The cottage owner dis­ covered the items missing A new state law that March 2 and reported the toughens penalties for mo­ theft to deputies. The incident remains un­ torists driving drunk while endangering children who der investigation. are passengers may be ap­ plied in an incident last week in Caledonia Town­ ship. The Kent County Sher­ iff’s Office responded last Wednesday evening to the scene of a personal injury, rollover accident at 76th Street, east of Patterson in Caledonia Township. Police determined that both speed Grill, patio furniture stolen from area cottage John Bremer of Arlington Court attended the meeting to discuss the problem of people leaving business driveways and not stopping. Village President Lon Myers told Bremer that he would have the village plan­ ner. Geoff Moffat, look into the situation. Moffat had looked at this situation earlier and sug­ gested the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation rea­ lign the roadway. He said he believes that this will hap­ pen when this part of M-37 is repaved but it is not yet on the MDOT schedule. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. in Village Hall. Work site thief arrested The Kent County Sher­ iff’s Office was called to the location of an apparent theft last Monday, March 4 in Caledonia Township. According to police, ap­ proximately $5,000 worth of tooling was claimed as miss­ ing from a tool shed at a Royalton Court work site. Although no further infor­ mation about this particular incident is available at this time, police state that an ar­ rest and arraignment were recently made due to an in­ vestigation of a similar inci­ dent at a Cascade work site. New law being pursued in local drunk driving case and alcohol were factors in the one-car accident involv­ ing a 30-year-old Caledonia man and his three children, ages 8, 6 and 1. According to the police report, the man was travel­ ing about 70 miles an hour when he lost control of the vehicle. Deputy Roger Parent said, “Drivers need to be aware that OUIL (Operating Under the Influence of Liquor) laws have changed recently. A child endangerment op- tion has been added to the drunk driving laws.” He added that this type of incident normally would only carry a 93-day misde­ meanor sentence, but it can be increased to a one-ycar misdemeanor because of the children under 16 in the ve­ hicle. The child endanger­ ment option is being pur­ sued in this particular case. This case is still pending in 63rd District Court in Cascade. �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml March 19. 2002/Page 15 Reading Month continues at TK Are these Wide Mouth Frogs? Clifford the Big Red Dog would be really proud of these slippers At left: This young reader listens intensely during the cele­ bration of Dr Seuss’ birthday on Thursday, March 7. Caledonia has its own ‘Quest for the Gold’ finish in the slalom and rib­ bon award for fifth place finish in the giant slalom. WK® 1 These Caledonia students participated in the Special Olympics. While the country's atten­ tion was on the Olympic Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. events in Salt Lake City last and Cross-country skiing. The following Caledonia month, Caledonia High and Middle School special edu­ students were awarded med­ cation students were gearing als for their efforts: • Mary Jacobs — Bronze up for competition in their own Special Olympics in medal for the 50- and 100meter cross-country races. Traverse City during the • Lisa Graza — Silver first week of February. While only a few from medal for the 50-meter each school are actually able cross-country and a Gold to compete in these events, medal for first place in the students from Mr. Huene’s, 100-meter cross-country. 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(Picture by Aleta Littell) Middleville’s Van Elst nat’l champ for GVSU Middleville ThornappleKellogg grad and Grand Valley State University sen­ ior Jason VanElst capped an historic weekend with a na­ tional title on Mar. 9 at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Champion­ ships in Boston. VanElst won the 35pound weight throw with a personal-best toss of 65-9 1/2, making him GVSU's first-ever national champion in track and field. Two days earlier. VanElst was named the Great Lakes Region Athlete of the Year at the Division II awards banquet in Boston. VanElst won the shot put at the GLIAC Conference Meet on Feb. 23 and placed second in the weight throw. He also competed at the US Nationals Mar. 2 in New Jason VanElst York City, where he placed 15th overall in the weight throw. Stapish-Hunter exchange vows CMS Band Director Rebbeca Sowerby (middle row on left) and the seventh grade band will be heading to state competition in May. (Picture by A. Littell) by Cathy L Rueter Staff Writer The seventh and eighth grade Caledonia bands earned Division I and II rat­ ings at the Michigan Schools Band and Orchestra Call 945-9554 for ACTION ads Association Festival Feb. 27 under the direction of Re­ becca Sowerby. at West Ot­ tawa High School in Hol­ land Sowerbyt said both bands worked very hard to get ready for competing at the festival. Each band was judged by three judges on three different pieces they've been practicing. An­ other judge determined the scores for a sight reading a piece that they had not prac­ ticed before. The eighth grade band re­ ceived a Division II rating. The seventh grade band re­ ceived a I rating at the festi­ val and will go onto state competition May 3. Chrysler will match your down MATCHUP "T'ooo! With the help of CMS Band Director Rebecca Sowerby the CMS sev­ enth and eighth grade bands received I and II ratings, respectively. (Pic­ ture by A. Littell) Give a memorial that can go on forever... 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 Was 328,710 Sale Price $23,511 Loaded witk: • Power Seat • Power Windows/locks • Cause & Tdt • AMTM win CO • 16’Aluminum Wheels • Remote Keyless Entry • Overhead Console wCompass A Temp Lease For Only ‘319 4 0 L Power Tecfi 6 Cyt. Auto Transmission Root Rack See our entire Inventory at wwwJwghlandchrysler.com 1350 28th Street SE A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you des­ ignate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526 Kirk Hunter and Rebecca Stapish were married Jan. 5, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nev. at the Excaliburs Canterbury Chapel. The maid of honor was the sister of the bride, Jennifer Stapish, of Caledonia, Ml The best man was Dan Van Buhler, brother-in-law of the groom of Waterford. MI The parents of the bride are Susan Stapish of Caledonia and Ben Stapish of Yankee Springs The par­ ents of the groom are Bonnie Lou Dick (deceased) and Alex and Luann Dick of Sterling Heights, Ml A wedding reception being planned for June 2002. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M43 Highway, Hastings P.S. FENCING J»t Mtat of KitaWM An. Owned and Operated in the Middleville Area since /9N9 241-3634 1-800-346-5787 Sean and Penny VanDommelen 616-795-2656 1-8DO-955-2656 Commercial - Residential • Farm Fencing Pool Fence • Custom Dog Kennels Privacy Fence • Vinyl Chain Link Decorative Vinyl Fence 11III Hill llllllllll IIIIH �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIMarch 19. 2002/Page 17 Philip Jerome McKiernan, Jr. — Lorene R. Kaechele — Taylor Ryan Pierce GUN LA KE-WAYLAND - Taylor Ryan Pierce, age 21, of Gun I^ake Way land, went to be with his Lord, Sunday, March 17, 2002 art Spectrum Health-Butter­ worth Campus in Grand Rapids. Taylor was txxn Sept. 18. 1980 in Saint Ignatius, Mon­ tana, the son of Michael P. and Candice J. (Adams) Pierce Taylor and his family moved to the Gun Lake area in 1994 from Kansas City. MO. He attended Thornapple-Kellogg schools in Middleville and graduated Thornapple Kellogg High School in 2000. He was cur­ rently attending Western -tn _-r Saving on home insurance is “No ProHem.” urxlnkitf tfixtunk 4 tiniiIm ' in u ik- nwwicy with Aun>-< Xnm ln.uir.UMc k w 11 wit l»<ne uxl nxWc lx tnt pntcvtXMi Sttfi ■i and ask ah nit qu.dity pmcecwith flexible payment plans and “No ProNem" claim senxe. ^futo-Ou’ners Insurance L*» Hom* Cv Bu»nen INSURANCE FIRST BOB NICOLAI, Preiident 497 Arlington St. (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville. Ml 49333 (4U) 616-79*3101 Ted Free (»••) 70* JIM Am (Alft) 79*191* Michigan University in Kal­ amazoo. starting his junior year. He was a member of Gun l^ake Community Church, member of the Gold Com­ pany II Vocal Jazz Group at Western Michigan Univer­ sity, an accomplished musi­ cian playing several instru­ ments. especially the guitar, in high school participated in sports, music and drama. Taylor enjoyed life and people to the fullest. Taylor is survived by his parents. Candy and Mike Pierce of Gun Lake, Wayland sisters. Melinda (Mike) Smalley of Mar­ quette. MJ and Monica Pierce, of Cadillac. Ml; maternal grandparents. Joy and Virgil Adams of Kalamazixx many aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. Preceding him in death were his paternal grandpar­ ents, Barbara and Keith Pierce. Visitation will be Tues­ day. March 19, 2002 all day. family will be present from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held Wednesday. March 20. 2002 at Gun Lake Community Church with Pastor Todd VanEk officiating. Burial will be at Coman Cemetery. Yankee Springs Township. Barry County. MI. Memorial contributions may be made to De Vos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids or charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. LEIGHTON TWP - Lorene R. Kaechele. age 85. of Leighton Township. Wayland. went to be with the Lord Sunday. March 17. 2002 Mrs. Lorene R Kaechele was bom March 31. 1916. in Leighton Township. Allegan County, the daughter of David and Rose (Steeby) Thaler She was raised in Leighton Township and attended Thomapple Kel­ logg Schools, graduating in 1933 and attended Daven­ port College in Grand Rapids. She was married to Glenn R. Kaechele on Dec. 27. 1937. Mrs Lorene R. Kaechele was a lifetime active mem­ ber of the Leighton United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker, enjoyed flowers, gardening and was an avid reader. She was preceded in death by her husband. Glenn R. Kaechele and son-in-law. John W. Smith. She is survived by two sons, David (Sharon) Kae­ chele of Caledonia and Richard (Pam) Kaechele of Levittown. Pa ; three daugh­ ters. Vivian (Jack) Bruin of Gobles, Mary Kaechele of Kalamazoo, and Margaret Smith of East Jordan; 11 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one sister. Maxine (James) Jackson of Wayland; one brother. Theron (Lois) Thaler of Way land; two sisters-in-law. Lila Thaler of Lowell and Marian Tobin of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephew s. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning. March 19. 2002 at 11 a m at the Leighton United Methodist Church. Rev Ray Townsend and Rev. Ken Vaught officiating. Inter­ ment at Hooker Cemetery. Leighton Township Memorial contributions may be made to the CFA Class of Leighton United Methodist Church or the American Diabetes Assoc­ iation. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Scholarship applications available to TK seniors The Thomapple Area En­ richment Foundation has an­ nounced the availability of several scholarships for a wide range of applicants. The scholarship program has focused on TK seniors; however, there are several scholarships available to TK Alumni as well for post high, vocational, and EMS/fire-fighting continu­ ing education. We also offer a scholarship to a Barry County mom, which is in­ tended to provide additional education skills to assist her in caring for her family. Scholarships available in­ clude the TAEF Traditional Scholarship, Millicent Grace Knox Teacher Scholarship, JK Simpson Scholarship, Adam Dipp Scholarship, Middleville Women’s Read­ ing Club Scholarship, Tho­ mas R. Hamilton Tennis Memorial Scholarship, Mom’s Scholarship in Memory of Virginia Hoover Harrison Root, Dykstra Family Matching EMS Scholarship, Rodney M. Schad Technical Arts Schol­ arship, Jeffrey Lehman Me­ morial Scholarship, RKW Working Student Scholar­ ship Fund and the Terrie Yoder Memorial Scholar­ ship. Scholarship applications are available at the Thornapple-Kellogg High School Counseling Office or by contacting Marilyn Finkbeiner at 795-9206. Brochures detailing the available schol- • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models from Owned and Operated by... 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^ Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads 7 Q00* Cj Jper month HOMES OPEN 2 - 5 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY AH Home Packages Feature... • Aluminum Soffit & Fascia • Energy Efficient Andersen* Windows • Maintenance Free Vinyl Siding • Architectural Shingles • Wall Seal Insulation (for lower heating & cooling costs) • Kitchen Cabinetry 13 Lots Available! All Packages Include... \ • Lot • City Sewer and Water • Daylight & walk out upgrades • Sidewalks • Finished Driveway • Stove, Refrigerator, built-in Microwave, Washer/Dryer For more information contact Bravata Construction (616) 891-178! Bill Bravata (616) 293-3562 Quality Gold Seal Homes by •*114.300 including kx 20% down, 30 year fixed rale mortgage SSI,120 financed All Insurances Welcome ■C- Bruce Bender arships and grants also arc available and can be re­ quested by c-mail "mailto:tltfaef@hotmail.com "tktaef@hotmail.com or writing to P.O. Box 164, Middleville, Ml 49333. The application deadline for most scholarships is April 1. ities and spending time with his grandkids. He had many “projects” and could always find a reason to have a new tool? He is survived by his wife. Mary (Kavanagh) McKier­ nan of Gun Lake; his son. Philip HI and Lisa Mc­ Kiernan of Appleton. WI; his daughter, suzanne and Mark Crabtree of Kent­ wood; his step-son. James and Angela Myers of North Glenn. CO; his step-daugh­ ter. Catherine and Prentice Cole of Milford. Ml; his grandchildren. Katie and Corrie McKiernan. Casey and Jacob Crabtree, and Megan Cole; his father. Philip McKiernan Sr. of Holland; and long time friends. Richard and Karleen Root of Kentwood He was preceded in death by his mother. Claire. A Mass of Christian Bunal was offered Monday, March II. 2002 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Rev. Fr. David E. LeBlanc. celebrant. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Spina Bifida and Mercy Respite Arrangements were made by Matthysse -Kuipei De Graaf Funeral Home. Kent wood. Neiv Bravata Homes BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT u GUN LAKE Philip Jerome McKiernan. Jr.. age 58 of Gun Lake, passed away suddenly March 6. 2002 as a result of injunes sustained in an auto acci­ dent. He was bom July 10. 1943 in Holyoke. Mass . the son of Philip and Claire McKiernan. He grew up and attended schools in Lansing. Mich. Phil built a long career in computer infixmation sys­ tems and was currently the Director of Management Infixmation Services in the Kentwood Public School District. He also held posi­ tions at Michigan National Bank. Diamond Reo. E.W. Bliss. Chef Pierre Corpora­ tion, SPX. and LG Cook He was active in many profes­ sional organizations over the years. Phil enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved cars and will be sadly missed by his many friends in the Grand Valley Corvette Club, where he currently served as trea­ surer. He enjoyed boating, golf and other outdoor activ - BRAVATA CONSTRUCTION �Page 18/The Sun and News, MWdievitte. MlAtarch 19, 2002 TK High School Citrix program saves money by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Many schools and busi­ nesses are coping with obso­ lete equipment, and the cost of replacing older equipment can be prohibitive. Thornapple Kellogg schools are recycling the older equipment, using Ci­ trix software. John Dombrowski has been working with 100 to 120 of the oldest computers in the school system. “I like helping extend the useful life of the computers at both the elementary and secon­ dary levels. This software works with the Macintosh computers also.” With Citrix applications such as Word, Excel or the Internet, don’t run off the computer, they run through a server. A server is a very fast efficient computer dedi­ cated to letting other com­ puters read information, or run applications they have stored on them. Computers connect to Andrew Lazzaro have writ­ servers throughout the TK ten an electronic ticketing network. By running computer program which through the servers, the old was used for the first time computers operate much by the Thomapple Kellogg faster. Drama Department for the “We are also using Citrix “Wizard of Oz" production on dumb terminals, small this month. computers about the size of The students began work­ a book. Dumb terminals cost ing on this program follow­ about one-third of a new ing a discussion which computer and require very Briggs and co-technology little maintenance. ” director Angie Ruger had TK computer coordinator with TK music director Ray Kevin Briggs says that Rickert. Rickert told Ruger working to recycle equip­ and Briggs that a ticketing ment that would otherwise program would be useful be obsolete and using dumb during the fall play and terminals, Citrix has saved spring musicals. the district money. Comput­ “The cost of commercial ers are in classrooms where software to do this is more there would normally be no than $3,000 and well beyond computers.” the budget,” Rickert said. Dombrowski and Briggs The students had to write believe that Citrix benefits more than 30 pages of code to the technology in the dis­ as they created their “Event trict will continue. Manager” with a little help of TK computer science Other TK students are getting some first hand ex­ teacher Donna Vonderhoff. Event Manager will han­ perience as well. Kevin Ehmry, Adam Terpstra and dle all the ticketing needs of . the fall play and the spring musical. “It displays a map of the auditorium and allows the user to reserve seats. This will help eliminate some of the mistakes we have had in the past.” During the school year computer students continue to find ways to expand their experience which will help them as they move from school to career. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a week For Sun & News Action-Ads! GAVIN KtRMEEN MARTIN LEVAY MILLER NILES GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla SALES HOURS Mon A Wad • W> •; Tim TTMjrs. A Fn A to A SM A to 1 SERVICE HOURS Mon 8 to a Tues - F<, 5 -o 5_________ MARCH MAPNESS The Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team poses after its division championship. Caledonia JV hockey team wins division title The Lowell/Caledonia JV hockey team finished the season by winning the divi­ sion championship at the ARC Arena in East Lansing. The playoffs began for L/C last Thursday night with a hard-fought 3-2 win over Lansing/Holt. Scorers on the evening were Ted McCoy (assist David Sweeney), Corey Kelly (assists Bran­ don John and Ted McCoy), and Ramsey Charouff (assist Kyle Austin). Lowell/Caledonia re­ turned to the ARC on Friday night for a 3-3 tie against Kenowa Hills. L/C took control of the game early and led most of the game 3-1, only to have Kenowa Hills come on strong at the end to tie it up. Scoring for L/C were Corey Kelly (assists Jeff Moore and Brandon John), Brandon John (assist Ted McCoy), and Kyle Austin (assist Ted McCoy). In a must-win game Sat­ urday against South Chris­ tian, Lowell/Caledonia re­ sponded with a 5-1 victory over the Sailors to qualify for the finals. Brandon John scored first for L/C (assists David Sweeney and Ted McCoy), and David Sweeney (assists Brandon John and Ted McCoy) made it a 2-0 game soon after. South Christian answered to get back in the game, but a goal from Pat of Ramsey Charrouf. Will McMahon stretched the lead Holland. Jeff Moore, Mi­ again (assists Brandon John chael Baron and John Truszand Corey Kelly). To ensure kowski. L/C’s spot in the finals, Jeff Moore scored from the blue line and Brandon John Hockey tryouts set added another late in the Tryouts for the 2002-03 third period. Lowell/Caledonia JV hock­ The championship game ey team will be held Mar. 26 on Sunday against the Mus­ and 27 from 7 to 8:30 p.m kegon Crusaders lived up to at Standard Federal Ice Cen­ its billing. with ter (Patterson and 28th St.) Lowell/Caledonia taking a in Grand Rapids. Tryouts arc for players back-and-forth contest 5-3, Brandon John opened up whose birthdate falls from the scoring by pushing the 1986 to 1989. Registration puck past the goalie through begins at 6 p.m. on Mar, 26. For additional informa heavy traffic in front of the net. Ted McCoy carried the tion contact Jim Blair at puck in on a breakaway and 616-897-6436 or David stuffed it over the goalie’s Moore at 616-891-1691 glove-side shoulder. Corey Kelly followed these goals up with two of his own (with an assist on one from Brandon John). During the exciting final moments of the game, Muskegon pulled its goalie, only to have Painting & Brandon John steal the puck and place it in the net to seal Wall Covering the championship. Both David Maylone and Interidr/Exterior Brian Maul performed well in net for L/C. The offensive i Over 10 years lines are comprised of Ted I OF QUALITY McCoy, Brandon John, Pat I CRAFTSMANSHIP McMahon, David Blair, An­ drew Smith. David Sweeney, Mark Cerajewski, Call Aaron Benmark, Kyle Aus­ tin and Corey Kelly. The de­ k 795-3133 fensive lines are comprised iMichael IEvans ★★★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★A-**★★ ★★ Caledonia American Legion S.A.L. ★★ Annual Chili Cook-off ★ ★★ ★ T flank VO ★★★ ★★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★*★ ★★★ * ★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★ U...We would like to thank all the people who participated in our Annual Chili Cook off on Saturday, March 9. We had 12 different chilies, all with completely different ways of preparation. This was one of our annual fund raisers for the Make A Wish Foundation. We were able to raise over $1,100.00 through the generous donations of our local retailers and friends. We would like to thank them all in making it such a huge success Caledonia Elevator Campau Corners Interface AR Lori Stegers (L&D Embroidery) Rachael Flynn (Village Stylist) K&S Excavating Sue Wagner Morse Lake Sand and Gravel Country Fresh Budweiser Miller Lite �The Sun and News. Middleville, MLMarch 19. 2002Page 19 AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, open meetings. AA Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Automotive 1979 CHEVY PICK-UP: re­ built 350 engine, 4wd. Price reduced, runs well, call after 5pm. (616)672-5886 1994 GMC 1/2 TON with cap, A/C, power windows, power locks, 92,000 miles. $9,000 or best offer. (616)2091878 anytime or 945-5934 af­ ter 6pm. Need wedding invitations? 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Travis Bray, Iman Engstrom and Brittany Idema In the middle are Jayne Kenmcott, Jared Lee, Samantha Miller, and Mikel Moore In the back row are Emily Nyland, Adam Pratt, Chaney Robinson, Troy Rock Michael Texter and Bradley Wisniewski. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-03-26.pdf 2ab7336122f27a1951cc57b47a68998f PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131th year MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 13/March 26. 2002 Middleville election results challenged by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville resident Wil­ liam Nesbitt has Tiled a letter with the Barry County Prosecuting Attorney’s of­ fice challenging the results of the March 11 election. Nesbitt contends that the 2002 election and the one held in 2000 should be set aside since the village never passed an ordinance to allow non-partisan elections. In 1998, the voters passed a resolution in favor of non­ partisan elections and to ap­ point the clerk and treasurer, instead of electing those of­ fices. This was made possi­ ble by a ruling by the state to allow general law villages to hold non-partisan elec­ tions. Nesbitt ran unsuccessfully for village president in both 2000 and 2002. He was a member of the village coun­ cil in 1998. The problem came to light when Nesbitt discussed the 2002 election with Barry County Clerk Deb Smith. “I don’t know how it hap­ pened, but 1 didn't catch this mistake then. But 1 believe that it is time to correct it now.” Nesbitt says. Nesbitt says he is asking for another election to be Easter lily sale benefits pageant Easter lily sale will help Miss Middleville/Barry County pageant There is still time to order Easter lilies and help the scholarship fund for the Miss Middleville/Barry County Scholarship pageant. Lilies are $9.50 for a one stalk plant in a six-inch pot and $15 for a two stalk plant in an eight-inch pot. To order lilies, call 7950051 or 795-3131. This year the pageant will be held on June 29 in the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. It is open to girls ages 17-24 who live or work in Barry County. Call Cheryl Peters at 7950051 or Kelli Leep at 7955337 for information about this year’s pageant. held. According to Prosecuting Attorney Gordon Shane McNeill. Nesbitt did turn in a letter to his office Thurs­ day afternoon. March 21. Since this is an election mat­ ter, his staff is researching the issue before determining whether to bring suit. A call to the Michigan Bureau of Elections about this issue elicited this re­ sponse from Liz Boyd of the Secretary of State’s office of communications: “This is not an issue for the Bureau of Elections because it is a local issue.... If someone wants to challenge or over­ turn an election, they have to go to court. It is within the prosecuting attorney’s authority to take the matter to court, it is up to him since it is a local issue.” Jeffrey Youngsma. attor­ ney for the Village of Mid­ dleville, told the Sun and News that he did not want to comment on this matter at this time until he had an op­ portunity to see the letter and talk with McNeill. Youngsma did say that this matter will not influence current village day-to-day business since until there is a court decision. Otherwise, the village can continue to operate as usual. In addition to seeking a new election. Nesbitt is also asking the county to deter­ mine if Robert Kiinge. who also ran for village president in 2000 and 2002. tS a kmdent of the village and eligi­ ble to run for office "I’m already going to be the bad guy," Nesbitt said. "I might as well try to find out the answers to all my questions." No disaster, just training Drivers along Garbow Road in Irving Township squeezed by a line up of fire trucks and other equipment on March 16. More than 50 firefighters from Thornap­ ple Township Emergency Services, Caledonia Fire Department. Freeport Fire De­ partment and the BIRCH department participated in a training exercise where a barn and a trailer were burned. School board hears update in new high school plans Construction continues Trees were across Whrtneyville Road as they were being cleared as part of the construction process. Drivers should pay attention to detour signs from Main Street in Middleville to 108th Street at Whrtneyville Road by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board last Tuesday night was presented with an up­ dated artist’s rendition of the new high school by Harm Perdock of GMB, architects. Perdock explained that some details of the school are out for the bidding proc­ ess, including tiles, carpets, colors, etc. Technology and furniture and equipment in­ formation will be in separate bid packages at a later date. Audience members Nick Unger and Fred Fleischmann had several questions about to the new plan. When questioned about the changes in the building from the original facility drawings. Perdock stated that. “The concept of the building is very much in­ tact.” Perdock was speaking of the original concept of the “pod” system, a popular conception of school build­ ings currently. The idea of the three major components of the “body, mind and soul” being nurtured has re­ mained the same throughout any changes. See ne* high school, pg. 12 In This Issue Man leads cops on high-speed chase, attempts suicide Caledonia Twp. fire chief matter still not resolved Caledonia community project initiatives may be combined More library locations still being considered �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/March 26. 2002 Four local students join traveling theatre group year ” The troupe travels to their outreach destinations every Thursday. Since the tours are limited, the troupe also performs on their home base stage Saturdays in March). The play they are currently presenting is “The Invisible Dragon" by Patricia Clapp, directed by Pamela Steers. It’s a family friendly story of an unselfish kingdom with a self-centered prin­ cess. In the end. she redeems her selfish ways as “dragon bait" for a sad prince. The Pleva and Hall girls not only have to learn their lines and represent the thea­ ter troupe, they also have to keep up with and make up any missed schoolwork. All four girls are good students, and as such are allowed the time away from school. Susie Hall. Rebekah’s mother, said, “Our school gave them permission to be gone. Not all schools do! bv Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Pleva and Hall fami­ lies have something to be proud of — their girls, all Caledonia students, are in the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s Traveling Troupe this year. Rebekah Hall and Becca, Samantha and Shannon Pleva arc all participating in this unique program to bring the experience and aware­ ness of the theater to the Grand Rapids Community. The troupe, in its 12th year, brings theater to schools, retirement homes and local organizations, free of charge, every spring. Last year the ensemble played to an audience of more than 12,(XX). According to GRCT information, “The Traveling Troupe is the backbone of the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s outreach program and continues to be an over­ whelming success year after ! C&K Business Services prepares individual income tax returns at competitive rates Fees for individual returns typically range from $50 to $250 depending on the complexity Have You Done Your Income Tax Return? Avoid the headache of income tax preparation and let C&K Business Services help you get the We re lucky.” The Pleva girls’ mom. Patti, agrees. “The teachers have been terrific working this out. (The girls) miss a lot of time. They have to make up all the work. It’s a big com­ mitment.” Rebekah Hall, playing the Queen, is a freshman at CHS where she is involved in soccer and theater. She has been involved in GRCT’s summer programs. Theatre Arts Day Camp and Phase II. This is Rebekah's (From left) Becca, Samantha and Shannon Pleva. plus Rebekah Hall are all first experience with the Caledonia students experiencing the thrill of bringing theater to the Grand Rapids Traveling Troupe. Samantha Pleva, playing area with GRCTls Traveling Troupe The Storyteller, is a Travel­ tre Arts, call the education or online at School of Theatre Arts sec­ ing Troupe veteran, having office at 616-222-6653 www.grct.org, click on the tion. been involved in two previ­ ous troupes. She is a junior at CHS where she is in­ volved in cheerleading, track, student congress and currently in the school play “Fools." She has previously been involved in GRCT’s Thornapple Kellogg committee are high school eration. Letters should be Theatre Arts Day Camp, School Board member Dan counselor Phil Jahnke, stu­ sent to Sharon Kalcc. assis­ Phase II and Summer Stock. Parker is on a mission to dents Chad Barager and Jes­ tant superintendent, 10051 Shannon Pleva. playing a name the TK High School sica Wilson, parents Chris Green Lake Road. Mid townsperson, is experienc­ Jelsema and Tammy Stol- dleville 49333. ing her first turn with the auditorium. The committee will con­ He is part of a committee icker and assistant Superin­ Traveling Troupe. She for­ tendent Sharon Kalcc. sider all names and forward merly has been involved which will look at suggcsSuggestions can be made a list to the Thornapplc Kel­ with Theatre Arts Day tions for a name for the in writing until April 19. logg School Board. The Camp and Phase II. She is a auditorium. Written proposals stating the board will make the final sc Joining Parker on the freshman at CHS and is in­ name and reason for consid- lection. volved with student council, basketball. JV cheerleading and track. TK SCHOOL Becca Pleva. also playing LUNCH MENUS a townsperson, is a seventh­ grader at CMS. She is in­ volved in cheerleading and Wednesday, March 27 basketball. Although she has Goulash, or ham and cheese on a bun. seasoned been involved with the Theatre Arts Day Camp for green beans, fresh orange, the past two summers. This chocolate pudding, milk. Erika Pyfferoen of Thursday, March 28 is her first time with the Columbus, Ga. and Thomas Pizza or fish sandwich on Traveling Troupe. and Marlene of Caledonia For more information a bun, carrots, mixed fruit, would like to announce the about the Traveling Troupe, milk. engagement of their chil­ Friday, March 29 or Grand Rapids Civic dren. Belinda Manuela No School. Theatre’s School of TheaPyfferoen to Brian Lee Purdy. Belinda is a 1988 graduate of Pacelli High School and 1994 graduate of Columbus State University. She is employed by Hughston Sports Medicine Hospital as a registered nurse. Brian is a 1994 graduate of Caledonia high school Sauh Stc. Mane, Ml Brian and 2000 graduate of Lake is a second lieutenant in the Superior State University, Army. Committee working on naming TK auditorium Engagements Pyfferoen-Purdy most of your tax refund. 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LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Chun h - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Pratae WEDNESDAY 9 30a.m. 10 45a.m. 6 00 p m Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 GHth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong...a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9 :30 k 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry . ...................... 891-0576 Meeting at the Crew Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denny Rouina, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our nmmiunity and the world" Sunday Worship 9 Mi am. and 6 90 pm (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R Scat (irtenway. Pastor Keith Stulp. iouth Director Al Ttemeyer, Community Calling Church Offke (616)891-1512 M-37 at l(XMh St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH ected choirs and praise teams at Ascension Luth­ eran. Grace Lutheran and Redeemer Lutheran Church­ es. all in Grand Rapids. Lewis has been involved in music since she was a small child. Her training includes piano and study at Western Michigan Univer­ sity on a vocal scholarship. During her high school and college years, she sang in the symphony chorus and three different rock bands. With a passion for song writing, she has written many composi­ tions and looks forward to Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whitneyvfle Ave Church School. Sunday 945 am Praise Singing 1050 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship 7 30 pm. Pastor Uoyd DeVormer, Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor's Ph 897-7407 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brwc N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas <»• Beacon. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Slewart, CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wirship Service Sunday Evening Service «Wnc-sclay Mid WVdc Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a an ll<X)a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................9:30 a m. Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a.m. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship .8:30 a m & 11am Sunday School for All Ages .9: 45 a m (Sontemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service .6 .30 p.m Pioneer Hub (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6:.30 p in Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p nt Youth Fellowship - Sunday 6:00 p.m. RAY TOWVifND P»<r \OKMAX KNORR. UmkuIc Fa9<k W1 8028 » e mail leight. >n/ti*en net MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a m Sunday School ..11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Wjje ©lb ®itne jSletljobiSt (Cfjurcl) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Ret'. E. Anthony’ Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p m Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Wfiitneyvtlle Rd Rev P Adams Pfone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12>00 West M 179 High* jv < Chief SoowLiv Rc*h WayUnd Ml *9U8 • 795 7901 Meeting you. your friends, and four family - right where wu 're at - thnnigh: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Rekvani Messages DynamK Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 900as and 1030am Nursery &. children s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or uww peacechurch cc (youi CommiHuly Comput fov flhnofiy oud Seivice Redeemer Convenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Mar. 28: Hes* Grif ' *. Mm 31 ( Maandy Thendav ' pta srwrtVWt Goad Friday*?: . EafferSeata Worship Sen Kt S 30 am and II 00 a m (Jr Church M 1100«dy Sunday School •» 47 a m t Nursery and Child Carc atbhk through* vi d»c monwg • Re\ Nomun Kohn* (616’ S91-8I0* Church Office 6I6-S9I 8669 I Fas «9l-8648 u » u cakdomautnc org + (Missouri Sqnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service 00AM 9:30 AM HOO AM Sundag School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nurcerq avaiUNe Barrier Free www iserv net “rtpaul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ______________ Office g91-gf>^g____________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mite west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURL I I Preaching the Living Word Serving I he Risen l ord Sunday Morning Worship 1000 a in (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhp Mtadtevile Morning Worshp Sunday School (Jr Hgh A AOJfj) Nursery - Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evening Jr High ■ Grades 64. Wed Evenrg 930 am. 1100 a m 945 am. 1100 am 600-800 pm 6007 30 pm Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. Finding the Way Together! Worship 930 am Christian Education HourlkOOam An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor Daiid biivxi 6951 Hanna Like Avenue. CaMonu 616-698-8001 redemednsenjtet wainii.fedeetneKmtnant.org .4 manter d du fnwjekai Ctfntnatf Chunhn vt Amm > AtaU/uaA Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (6/6/ 65 65 WAY Check our web site wwvy Whitneyville ’ BIBLE CHURCH 250 Vine Street M '' ro Emo c- io V m. Mm. 29: St Paul Lutheran Church Sunday ‘ A CALEDONIA CUNITED METHODIST growing number of vocalists and instrumentalists at the church and welcomes news participants. "Beth believes music links people’s spirits to God in a unique and powerful way.” a spokesperson said, and real­ izes that people are touched by different styles of music. The various services at Peace provide opportunity for variety in the worship experience. It is her desire to reach every person, drawing them into praise and worship of God through music.” UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a m Beth Lewis sharing them both at Peace Church and at their commu­ nity celebrations Her expe­ rience also includes com­ missioned works in religious and secular fields. At Peace Reformed, Lew­ is will provide leadership for traditional and contempo­ rary sen ices. She w ill be involved in scheduling mus­ ic ministry, coordinating the choir and praise teams and mentoring people who wish to become involved as musi­ cians, vocalists and son writ­ ers.She said she looks for­ ward to working with the Lakeside 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving; A Place for Faarib A Friends 6201 UKmnxIV Aito CHRISTIAN REFORMED Stry»c< Tig»t 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer Ko.-,- Cir-rrK^on 2nd Surcayi 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion E* .-ring Worship * 6 00pm Pto*ar Roger Buhman • thnreh Office M8-0J91 Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 7S5-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick lTc|xc 8546 Whrtneyvtite Ave of 84*h St • 89I-6661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesui is lc>rd Meeting at Caledonia High School 'TL aSzoc. *iAxr*rg VVOVC . 10 30 a m >4eerixi T on. /.>'>tney<Aile Ave 0 xxxrr E. z >> 6 00 p m //ed tAdweex lYayet & 6fDie S^udy 7 00 p m • �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 26. 2002 Page 5 HOLY WEEK EVENTS A number of area churches are planning Holy Week activities, many in­ cluding Maundy Thursday (March 28), Good Friday (March 29) and Easter Sun­ day (March 31) services. The following is a run­ down: Caledonia The Brightsidc Commu­ nity Church which meets at Cross Creek Charter Acad­ emy at 7701 Ave. SE will hold services at 9:30 and 11 a m. For more information, call 891-0287 or www brightsidc.com. The Caledonia United Methodist Church Holy Week services begin on Maundy Thursday. March 28 at 7 p.m. with “The Twelve Scats at the Table." This is a dramatization of the Ixist Supper, written by Susan Furlong and Marilee l^ikc. This special produc­ tion includes members of the congregation. The serv­ ice will also include worship and communion. The Good Friday service begins at 7 p.m March 29. This is a service of prayer and reflection. On Faster Sunday. March 31, worship services will be held at 8.30 a m. and 11 a m The church will hold an Faster breakfast at 9:30 a.m. between the services. The church is located at 250 Vine St. in Caledonia. Call 891-8669 for more in­ formation. The Leighton Church at 4180 2nd Street in Caledo­ nia will hold a Holy Thurs­ day Scdar Supper at 6:30 p.m. Easter Celebrations be­ gin at 6:30 a.m. with a sun­ rise service. An Easter breakfast follows at 7:30 a.m. There are two worship services scheduled at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School will be held at 10 a.m. Call 891-8028 for more information. Gun Lake area In the Gun Lake area the Gun Lake Community Church is planning an Easter celebration, beginning with a community pancake break­ fast from 9 to 11 a.m. The community-wide Easter egg hunt begins at 11:30 a.m. Registration be­ gins at 11 a.m. Participants should bring their own bas­ kets. There will be face painting, clowns, games and prizes. On Easter Sunday. March 31, services will be held at 8 a m.. 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 12200 W. M-179 Highway (east of Patterson Road). Call 795-7903 for more in­ formation. St. Francis Episcopal Church will hold a Maunday Thursday service at 7:30 p.m. March 28. The Good Friday service begins at 7:30 p.m. March 29. The Easter Sunday Wor­ ship service will be at 9:30 a m. March 31. The church is at 11850 Nine Mile Road in Orangev­ ille. Call 664-4345 for more information. Middleville The First Baptist Church of Middleville has scheduled presentations of an Easter musical. “It is Finished” from March 27-29. On March 27 there will be a special presentation for the families of the Word of Life Club. This dramatic presen­ tation will also be part of the Good Friday service March 29 at 7 p.m. On Easter Sun­ day. March 31. it will be presented at 6 p.m. The church is located just north of the Village of Mid­ dleville on M-37. Call 7959726 for more information. The Peace Reformed Vince and Karen Meaney We want your business! cu//Mv 975-5656 or 813-6824 1-800-530-9550x139 The Power of Teamwork' Metropolitan Title Company H \ll M S (.ROM (ONDO 2 bedrooms. 2 full baths & lour season porch. Finished da\ light * ith family room and the 2nd bed room Priced $5,000 below new II sparkles like new Don t miss ihn delightful condo $149,900 HASTINGS - Spacious 4 bedroom ranch on large country lot. 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This Wednesday’s stories tend. There will be a free­ will offering to cover the will close out the month with Easter stories. cost of the breakfast. Noah is taking a break on The community Easier service will begin at 11 a.m. April 3 but stories resume in the Caledonia High April 10 with Clifford, the School Performing Arts Big Red Dog. Other April Center. Music will be by the story hours will be on alpha­ Peace Church choir, the bet adventures and Curious praise teams and the PB&J George stories. This is a drop-in event youth choir. A dramatic presentation is included and which will include stories, Pastor Red Faber will give songs, crafts and is appropri­ the message. Refreshments ate for children ages 2 to 4. will be served after the serv­ For information about these and other activities at the li­ ice. The United Methodist brary call 795-5434. Evening story hours will Church of Middleville par­ It’s Spring and Ann Noah celebrated with stories, ticipates in the annual Com­ be held Thursdays, April 11 songs and a craft. Story hours continue on Wednes­ munity Good Friday service and 25. Francy Tobin will days through the end of the school year March 29. This year's serv­ tell stories of springtime and ice will be held at the Mid­ rainy days at the first session Area poets should be to stories about them now dleville Christian Reformed and share stories songs and Church at 708 W. Main St. rhymes from Mother Goose writing furiously or care­ available at the library. at the second. The evening Drop off your name, tele­ fully selecting their favorite al 7 p.m. Call 795-9901 for story hours begin at 7 p.m. poems. The Thornapple Kel­ phone number and the title more information. logg School and Community of your favorite book Io be On Easter Sunday at sun­ Library will be holding its eligible for a drawing for rise service will be held on tickets to Celebration (in second Poetry Jam in April. the hill of Mt. Hope Ceme­ In other news, a signifi­ cma to see a special presen tery, weather permitting at cant donation of horse books tation of “Cinderella.” 6:30 a.m. In case of inclem­ ent weather the service will For more information have been processed. There be held at the church. arc more than 30 books about these and other library There will be an Easter Thornapple Kellogg High about horses from their care events, call 795-5434. Celebration at 11 a.m. in the Schixil will offer summer sanctuary. school this summer for high The church is located at school students. 111 Church Street in Mid­ A student w'ill be able to -Are your Financial Statements timely and dleville. Call 795-9266 for earn one semester of credit accurate? more information. -Are your payrolls processed without error? of either English I. English -Have you avoided receiving penalty and interest II, Civics, World Geography, notices from the government’’ or U.S. History. -Are you keeping up with your bookkeeping? Tuition charge will be -Do you hear from your accountant more than $125 for in-district students once a year? and $150 for non-district students. Full payment is due at the time of registra­ tion and is non-refundable. >4 “Easter Through the Eyes All classes will begin June If the answer to any of the questions F4 of Peter.” an original drama 11 and end July 3 and will be above is “NO”, then maybe it’s time to F4 by Steve Reid, will be fea­ in session Monday through tured as part of the Wholly Thursday. The classes will call C&K Business Services We take Braille Reunion Concert to be scheduled from 8 a.m. great pride in providing outstanding F4 be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday, until 12:30 p.m., with a client accounting, bookkeeping and tax s March 29 at the Essential nutrition break being services. Bean Coffeehouse in Cale­ offered. All classes will be donia. held in the Thornapple " Ph. 616 891 5789 C&K Bustness Services. LLC Reid wrote the drama in Kellogg Middle School. CP* 612 E Main Sired Applications are available 1980 and has presented it in F4 Caledonia. Ml 49316 California, Illinois. Pennsyl­ in the high school office. vania. New York. Mexico Please call 795-3394 for and Michigan. The drama more information. covers the 3 1/2 years that Simon Peter walked with Je­ sus. climaxing in the Resur­ rection. The year 1980 also was when Reid and his musical partner, singer-guitarist Ed Englerth. began performing together. They eventually came up with the name "The Wholly Braille.” They re­ leased one cassette, "The Wholly Braille Three Bumps in the Night 1821 N. East St., Hastings, MI 49058 Englerth and Reid are Hastings residents. "It will be great to sing with Ed again,” Reid said. “We will do some old songs and some nc* ones. Ed will • ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE FOR SENIORS also be singing songs from his solo CDs/ There is no admission for the concert, although dona­ tions will be received. Please call us to discover all that this community has to offer. The Essential Bean is lo­ cated at 8980 North Rodgers ________A Leisure Laing Managed Company www leisure hvlng.com________ Court. iust off M-37. Summer school applications available at TK Drama, concert to be presented at Essential Bean How Is Your Business Doing? It’s Finally Here! Opening Mid-March 2002 616-897-0200 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, MIMarch 26, 2002 NHS members to be inducted tonight at TK Fianna Lind Fianna Lind, age 97. passed aw ay Thursday. March 21. 2002 She was preceded in death by her husband. J. Emerson Lind and her son. John Lind She is survived by her children. Lois and Irvin Rodgers. Barbara and Robert Higgins. Paul and Sue Lind. Larry and Loretta Lind. Phyllis Lind; 17 grandchildren: 25 great­ grandchildren; three greatgreat-grandchildren; her brother and sister-in-law, Sam and Olive Finkbeiner; The Thornapple Kellogg Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Soc­ iety will include 62 new members - six seniors, 11 juniors, and 45 sophomores, in ceremonies tonight (Tues­ day. March 26). Members of the National Honor Stxricty exhibit acad­ emic achievement, leader­ ship. and honorable charac­ teristics In addition, mem­ bers demonstrate a willingness l<> use their personal tal­ ents and skills to assist fel­ low students and the com­ munity in which they live. With the installation of the TKHS National Honor Society members (from left, row) Stephanie Scott. Kristin Seaman. Brittany Stover, Mallory Egolf. Kirby Bremer, Taylor Smith, Andrew Fisher,John Hemng, Scott VanderWood. Kyle Zatzke, Ian Karcher. (row 2) Kevin Schmitz. Enc Smith. Megan Steffen. Kirsten VanDerMeer. Emily Cook. Alaina Haselden, Sarah Johnson. Carl Frey. Levi Harold. Larissa Macedo, Chelsea Snow; (row 3) Stuart Aspmall, Joseph Fromm, Lars Gustafson, Joshua Wolter, Lucas Shuck, James Beckenng, Rachel Clinton. Joseph VanSpronsen, Patncia Fromm. Sara Wolf; (row 4) Alexander Robinson. Chnstopher Harkness, Paul Adams, David Phillips, Emily Quisenberry, Abigail Knkke, Holly Klunder, Amber Steorts, Tiffany Thaler, Amy Turner; (row 5) Kaleigh DePew. Justine Houskamp, Mallory Dobson. Michael McKeown. Phillip VanSporsen, Andrew Reeder. Brian Cuneo, Brittany Nicholson, Jessica Jones. Susan Kalee and Rebecca Dufresne. Now shown are Michael Beuschel, Benjamin Profit!, Sarah Freeman, Jenny Grossman. Roger Thompson. Brett Knight. Heather Punt, Bethany Steorts and Kurt Wachtor. new inductees. TK’s NHS Chapter will be 158 mem­ bers strong. Fifty-five senior members will graduate with the class of 2002. OPEN 6 DAYS iIe<!Sni*e HAIR DESIGNERS ...would like to welcome Shannon Bennett Shannon bring a wealth of knowledge and skill and ethnic hairstyles and treatments. Shannon will be available Thursday evening and Saturdays! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pitta) 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Jessica Wilson selected Rotary Student of Month Tim Shaw, science in­ structor at Thornapple Kellogg High School, has nominated senior Jessica Wilson, daughter of Dave Prudon and Jayne Seymour of Middleville, as the Rotary Student of the Month for February. Wilson was nominated for her array of attributes that include intellect, problem solving skills, determina­ tion, and concern for others. In her advanced placement physics class, she has also demonstrated the ability to both conceptually under­ stand multi-layered prob- Vivian Yvonne Potter MIDDLEVILLE - Vivian Yvonne Potter, age 60. of Middleville died Saturday. Match 23. 2(X)2 al Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Potter was bom on Aug. 31. 1941 in Freeport. ML the daughter of Roy and Beatrice (Clum) Blough. She was raised in the Freeport area and attended Freeport Schools. She was married to Jerry Knickerbocker, marriage ending in divorce and then to William D. "Billy” Potter on Aug 2 1. 1985 she has lived at her present address for the past 20 years Mrs. Potter owned and operated the “Sno To Go” concession business for many years traveling to fes­ tivals and flea markets. She enjoyed bowling, knitting, collectibles, espe­ cially beanie babies, and researching the family genealogy. Mrs. Potter is survived by her husband. William "Billy” Potter; sons. Dale Knickerbocker of Middle Jessica Wilson lems and be able to mathe­ matically model the situa­ tion to master the correct answer. “Jessica is a compassion­ ate individual who often freely helps other students; she is someone who is wellliked by all.” Shaw said. Other accomplishments include D.A.R.E. role model. National Honor Society, play and musical participant, high honor roll. Student of the Month for February. Wilson was nominated for her array of attributes that include intellect, problem solving skills, determina­ tion, and concern for others. In her advanced placement physics class, she has also demonstrated the ability to both conceptually under­ stand multi-layered prob­ lems and be able to mathe­ matically model the situa­ tion to master the correct answer. “Jessica is a compassionate individual who often freely helps other students; she is someone who is wellliked by all.” Shaw said. Other accomplishments include D.A.R.E role mod­ el. National Honor Society, play and musical participant. Continued next column many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs Lind were held Monday. March 25. *2002 at Matthysse-Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia Interment Bowne Center Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Visiting Nurses Hospice. Arrangements were made by Matthy sve Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia Contd. from previous column high honor roll. Student of the Month. Who’s Who. Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award, Outstanding A.P. History Student of the Year, Michigan Merit Award, AP Scholar Award, Peace Youth Group, Student Witness Action Team, Honors Choir, TKHS Dance Team, District and State Vocal Solo and Ensemble Festival, and TKHS Service Team. Wilson has been accepted to the honors college at Michigan State University and plans to attend in the fall. ville. Bruce Knickerbocker of Middleville, Mark Knickerbocker of Howell; four grandchildren, broth ers, Roy Blough Jr of Hastings and Bob Blough of Hastings; sisters, Betty White, of Florida and Mary Gallup of Florida; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Preceding her in death were her parents, adopted son, Dennis Elliott; brother, Russell Blough, sisters, Dorothy Gronewold and Bonita Blough. Visitation will be held Thursday. March 28, 2002 at 10 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. Services will be held at 11 a m. Thursday, March 28, 2002 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings Rev Douglas A Gross officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Freeport Fire and Rescue Department. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings p7 Rusty Crumback 1963-1990 Remembering you on your birthday. March 28* Out through the fields and the woods; And over the walls I have wended; 1 have climbed the hills of view; And looked at the world, and descended; I have come by the highway home; And Io, it is ended. Robert Frost Missing you with love—your family �The Sun and News Middiev e Ml March 26. 2002 Page 7 Motivational speaker, humorist to be featured in CHS program Troop 599 enjoyed learning about other cultures, food and language during their recent “visit around the wortd’ with Girl Scout Thinking Day Local Girl Scouts enjoy ‘Thinking Day’ activities by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer Can a girl travel from Ja­ pan to Russia, then from Australia to the Fiji Islands, all in the same day and still be back in time for dinner? She can if she’s with the Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts. More than 120 girls Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts from Caledonia and Mid dlcville gathered together Feb. 23 Io celebrate “Think­ ing Day." This special day is set aside Io honor the girls that arc in scouting around the world. T*hc scouts "visited" a va­ riety of countries to learn about their culture, language and food. Plus each country demonstrated a craft to make. Each scout had a red dot painted on their forehead when they visited “India” because in that country a single girl wears a red dot on her forehead but a mar­ ried woman covers it with white powder. In "Japan” the girls tried Io use chopsticks, in "Rus­ sia" they practiced ballet. A big hit was bark painting in "Australia.” They tried their hand at weaving in the * Fiji Islands' and heard the Girl Scout I .aw spoken in Dutch when they visited the “Neth­ erlands.” In “Mexico” they made God’s Eyes (a yarn and stick craft) and in “France" they not only tried chocolate mousse, they also learned the meaning behind the Tre­ foil Pin that all Girl Scouts wear. This event was run by the sixth grade girls of Troop 639 working on their Bronze Award. This award is the highest award a Junior Girl Swimming lessons for res­ idents of the Thornapple Kellogg school district will be offered Monday and Wednesday evenings begin­ ning Monday. April 15, and running through May 8. NOW OPEN GUN LAKU Come on in & have some FUN! Writer 's Note: It’s likely these girls will remember parts of this day for years to come. I still remember a German song that I learned during a Girl Scout activity similar to "Thinking Day” almost 30 years ago. And I still like to make (and eat) the sauerkraut dish that we made for our other Girl Scout sisters. Swimming lessons starting soon at TK Fri 5pm - 11pm • Sat 10am-12am Sun Noon-Spin Pool Tables Video Games Pinball Machines Scout can earn. It requires time in leadership, earning badges related to their pro­ ject and completing a 15hour service project. They received help from Troops 38 and 513. Open Spring Break April 1-5 Mon-Thu Noon-8pm Fnday Noon 11pm 11312 W. M l79 Hwy A fee of $20 is due at reg­ istration. Students will re­ ceive eight pool visits. Levels offered for this ses­ sion are as follows: • Level I - Water Explora­ tion for children beginning at 4 years, 6 to 6:30 p.m. • Level 4 & 5 - Stroke Development/Stroke Refine­ ment. 6:30-7:10 p.m. • Level 6 & 7 Skill Pro­ ficiency/ Advanced Skills, 7:15-7:55 p.m. In-district registration begins on March 21 at the Community Ed office. 507 W. Main Walk-in registra­ tion starts at 8:30 a.m., phone registration starts at 9 a m. Out-of-district residents may call Thursday. March 38, for space availability. For more information, call 795-397 Chie' Noonaa v 4 Bnggs Rd between. re SM Suikt 4 The Sea rJB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY' COMPETITIVE ALTO RATES Motivational speaker and humorist Peggy Kline will present “Who’s Mothering Mom" Thursday. May 9. at the Performing Arts Center at Caledonia High School. The intent is to enable mothers to have more than one special day in their honor because of the Cale­ donia High School Vocal Music benefit. Women are encouraged to bring their moms, grandmothers, girl­ friends and neighbors for the evening. A Chocolate Extravaganza. a showcase of delec­ table desserts will be pre­ sented at 6:30 p.m. by many local and West Michigan restaurants who feature spe­ cial chocolate temptations on their menus. The eve­ nings program will begin with the sweet sounds of the Caledonia High school Vo­ cal Music Department. Kline's message will be geared toward helping women of all ages learn how to take care of themselves while they take care of so much and so many. Kline speaks to thousands of woman across the country each year. She is on the State Board of the National Speakers Association and is a member of the American Association of Therapeutic Humor. Kline said she specializes in nurturing the needs of also may purchase a copy ot the book. “Chocolate for a Mother s Heart, in which Kline is one of the contribut­ ing writers. It is an Inspira­ tional collection of stories on motherhood. She will sign and include a personal­ ized message in each book sold. All profits will be do­ nated to the CHS Vocal Mu­ sic Department. The cost for this evening is $10 advanced registration and $15 at the door. Regis­ tration forms are available at the school office and area businesses. Women also Peggy Kline mav register by sending women with humor and their name, phone number, hope. "Women often feel number attending and regis­ overwhelmed and underval­ tration fee (checks may be ued with the most important made payable to CHS Vocal role they will ever take on... Music). Mail to: Caledonia motherhood. High School Vocal Music “One of the most effec­ Department. 9757 Duncan tive tools to put a pause on Lake Ave., Caledonia, Ml some of life’s pressure is to 49316. Women are encouraged to find more laughter and joy That is what this event for register early to guarantee their place for this special women is all about." Those planning to attend event. Turn those unwonted items into cosh. Call 945-9554 to place o Sun 4 News OON-od today. HOMES OPEN 2 - 5 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY All Home Packages Feature... • Aluminum Soffit & Fascia • Energy Efficient Andersen" Windows 9 Maintenance Free Vinyl Siding • Architectural Shingles • Wall Seal Insulation (for lower heating & cooling costs) • Kitchen Cabinetry 13 Lots Available! 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Kentwood and Cale­ donia branches of Kent District Library to read some of her poems and sign copies of her books.Her visit in Caledonia will be at 6:30 p m Thursday. April 25. at the library. 240 Emmons st. Linda Nemec Foster’s newest collection of poetry. Amber Necklace from Gdansk, was published in December The book, inspired by the author's Polish-American heritage and her first visit to her fam­ ily’s homeland, reflects on the immigrant experience. Foster is the author of four previous poetry collections, including Living in the Fire Nest, A History of the Body, A Modem Fairy Tale Heart. and Trying to Balance the Heart. She conducts writing workshops for the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs in Grand Rapids. In honor of National Poetry Month. Kent District Library will also share the work of local poets on the KDL Web site at www. kld.org. Nation J Poetry Month, an annual event sponsored by the Academy of American Poets, brings together publishers, book­ sellers. literary organiza­ tions. libraries, schools, and poets around the country to celebrate poetry and its vital place in American culture. For more information about Poetry in the Branches, please call the Caledonia branches at 6473840. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: Hard-to-find 2 story home, nes­ tled on 2.3 private acres with woods and open land. Fenced area for kids or pets. Cozy wood burning fireplace in family room and full finished basement. $174,900. Call John McCleve. 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March 14 just happens to Katie Vanderwood read be written 3.14, and students competed in various pi con­ her winning mnemonic tests. They tried to memo­ rize the most digits of pi. to play.” Kelly Funk could re­ create the best pi poster, pi Katie Vanderwood won member pi to 265 places brochure, write the best pi her choice of pie for her pi in class but only to about mnemonic to help them re­ mnemonic, though she said 125 places during the as­ member pi. design the best she wasn’t sure what a mne­ sembly pi game and even eat pi(e) monic was. which turned out to be ice Memorizing the digits of with 72. Shannon Wingeier cream sandwiches. pi proved to be a very diffi­ with 100. Mike Hooper with The prizes for the various cult challenge. The students 105, Kyla Sisson with 140, contests were pies, blue­ were given a sheet with The grand prize winner berry and apple, baked by 2000 digits listed. The run­ was Kelly Funk who memo­ former middle school coun­ ners-up were Tessa Kamp rized 265 digits of pi. selor Bernie Weller. Miki Moore was the win­ ner of the poem contest. Runners-up were Kyla Sis­ son, Katy Hauschild, Kelly Funk, Amber Harkness, Shannon Wingeier and Jenny Winright. The pi poster pie prize went to Nikki Weidmann for Volunteers at the year and the coming year a circular poster. RunnersCaledonia branch of the Each year, the Friends of the up included Vince Battiata, Kent District Library will Caledonia Library holds this Mike James, Kara Mays, get their “Just Desserts" event to thank those who Haley Babitz, Kelly Funk, with a recognition night have volunteered their time Robbi Blain and Troy sponsored by the Friends of and effort to help the library. Hughes. the Caledonia Library at 7 For more information The winners for their pi p m. Friday. April 12 at the about the "Just Desserts” game, complete with in­ library. volunteer recognition night, structions and playing This event gives volun­ please call the Caledonia pieces, were Josh Long and teers an opportunity to get Branch of the Kent District Lance VanPutten. together, enjoy a variety of Library at 647 3X40 The Teacher Rojean Sprague desserts and hear about the library is located at 240 said, “the teachers thought highlights of Friends group Emmons St. this game was the most fun activities in both the past Caledonia library to recognize volunteers Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation? Start packing. 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Ml March 26. 2002 Page 9 Jumping with heart Students took some time to read while waiting to jump AA, Alanon meeting scheduled locally There were many styles in evidence Physical Education teacher Melissa Bogard showed students her jumping style Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo- ma. Contact Jerry R at 4179452. Monday. Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 (TFN) Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It ’s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891.9294 Students at Page Elementary School raised more than $8700 for the American Heart Association during its Jump Rope for Heart event on March 20 flWil wMty Stop by and check out our large selection at: JAd Graphics 1351N. 31-43 Highway, Hastings THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantabie grft mkxmabon. please write to: P.O Box 164 MkidteviMe. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaefOhotonad.com Don’t Leave Your xMark on Your National Parks ou'd complain too. if someone left trash in your hacksard Lots of animals call our national parks home — from pan thers to porcupines, from moose to mice from coyotes to cardinals But people art spoiling their habitats. Y It’s our job to protect them. So that kids for years to come can enjoy America s best field trip Visit our national parks and you II find wild mountains ancient canyons and untamed rivers Walk the same paths as the pioneers. Experience learning that docsnT come from books .<>b |o pro(ect (hc|r homc> for today s kids and those yet to come Remember when you visit our national parks the only mark you leave should be footprints For a fret buokkt about vtstting our rut >• xu National Parks and Conservation Association. Department U i I �Page lOThe Sun and News, Middleville. Ml March 26. 2002 Local Farm Bureau agent wins award Tim Heffner of Middle­ ville, local agent for farm Bureau Insurance, has been named one of the company’s top agents of the year for his outstanding record of sales and service. Heffner earned the 2001 All American Award, recog­ nizing him as one of the top agents in Michigan The award indicates that Heffner is a leader in sales and client service, according to Larry Thomas, executive vice president of Farm Bureau Insurance. “He is the kind of agent who d<ies an outstanding job of servicing the community.” Thomas said. In addition, Heffner quali­ fied to be a member of the Mulli-Line Sales Council. Farm Bureau Insurance, one of the state’s major Learning about wetland creatures Tim Heffner insurers, has a statewide force of 400 agents serving more than 350.000 Michigan policy holders. The mink was as curious about the students as they were about her. Jennifer Saillon of Michigan United Conservation Club gave students at Page Elementary a look inside the four types of wetlands, marshes, swamps, fens and bogs, and the creatures who live there. Here she shows an opossum. Give a memorial that can go on forever... Rabbits stolen from Middleville 4-Hers’ farm A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activ­ ities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Michael and Mary Dettman and their two sons love rabbits. They own more than 250 rabbits and now face coping with the loss of 40 rabbits stolen from their barn near Middleville on March 21. CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION GRANT REQUESTS To receive funding from the Caledonia Education Foundation, your grant request should meet the following criteria: • serve learners within the Caledonia Community School district • partner school/business/community • engage learners in active, hands-on involvement • emphasize targeted skills • benefit our greater community The Caledonia Education Foundation provides grants on a one-time, non-renewable basis. Grant monies can not be used for routine operating expenses or salaries or for activ­ ities normally underwritten by the Caledonia Community Schools. If you are interested in receiving a grant from the Caledonia Education Foundation, please contact the CEF (752-8516) or a building principal. A member of the CEF Grant Committee will then meet with you to discuss your project and review the formal application process. Application deadlines are based on the school semester: MARCH 1 (summer funding), JUNE 1 (fall funding). NOVEMBER 1 (spring funding) CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Creating Opportunities. Empowering our Community. Funding our Future. tot N D A T TON P.O. Box 353 Caledonia. Ml 49316-0353 (616) 752-8516 Mary says, “Whoever broke into our barn, knew what they were looking for. They took does and bucks involved in breeding for new colors and lines.” Several of the does which were stolen had been com­ petition winners for the sons. Both lost rabbits they were working with for Barry County Fair projects. One son lost his best doe, another rabbits in his breeding pro­ gram to develop a new color. The thieves took moms away from babies, even ba­ bies too young to stay on their own. The Dettmans stress that the stolen rabbits were pets. The Dettmans could iden­ tify the missing rabbits be­ cause they are identified. The thieves did take baby rabbits that did not yet have identification tattoos. They also took some pregnant rabbits as well. In the past the Dettman s have been very open to working with people inter­ ested in rabbits. "We would often invite people to come and see our rabbits,” Mary said. "Not any longer. We are going to have to add more layers of security.” “We do not think animal rights activists were in­ volved in this theft,” Mary said. Mary is a 4-H leader. “We just talked about fair play and respecting each other, even though we may compete against each other. I don’t know what I am go­ ing to tell my club members now.” “Some people don’t real­ ize the amount of work in­ volved when you are work­ ing with rabbits,” Mary said. “It took my husband five years io get a new color es­ tablished and the thieves took his buck who is now ready to help continue the line.” The break-in and theft arc being investigated by the Barry County Sheriff’s De­ partment. The Dettmans hope that the thieves know how to care for the animals they took. They would also like to have the rabbits returned, no questions asked.” Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” uiKircib <4 tluanurkk t.uiulx.-* arc vivwn. Negligent homicide charged in fatality A 21-year-old Grand Rap­ ids man who allegedly drove his truck across the center line of Patterson Road near Bass Road in Yankee Springs Township March 6, killing Wayland man Philip McKiernan, has been charged with negligent homicide. 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The man allegedly disre­ garded stop signs and nearly lost control on several occa­ sions before leading the offi­ cer back to the suspect’s own home on Dennison Road. ‘When we came to his residence, he swerved di­ rectly into a tree in front of his residence.” said Line­ baugh. with another officer adding, “He was going to kill himself and make sure the family saw it.” The man was found slouched but not seriously hurt inside the car. He was taken to Spectrum Hospital for treatment before being admitted to a mental hospi­ tal after he confessed to try­ ing to kill himself, police said. Double Prints PATTY KOV.AL BrokertOww, tjt feah<MCon>gfu»xir.:f f .. Call 945-9554 for Sun & Neus classified ads 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 12<The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/March 26. 2002 New high school plans, from pg. 1 The “body” will be trained in the gymnasium area. The care of the “mind” will be in the central core of classrooms and the “soul” will be nurtured in the new Performing Arts Center. The major change seems to have occurred after an open forum in which the public said they didn't want the gymnasium and theater portions as close as they were represented previously. The new design has lengthened the distance be­ tween these areas, but it has kept them integral to the building by the use of com­ mons areas and hallways. (If seen from a bird’s eye view, the school looks as if it has a smile keeping the portions together.) The entries to both the gymnasium and arts center areas are now identi­ cal to keep continuity to the building. Though the auditorium is scheduled to hold 939 peo­ ple, a few scats may be re­ duced to provide better bar­ rier-free access. Pcrdock joked that the gym, using a “normal” 18 inches of space per person, could hold 3,000, but realis­ tically it will hold about 2,850. Pcrdock said that the cur­ rent full structure is de­ signed to teach at a capacity of 1,300 students. The infra­ structure is set to accommo­ date an additional 200 stu­ dents when/if necessary, with little more than ex­ panding the school by eight more rooms. According to Perdock, time and cost schedules are on target. “The bidding climate is very good right now,” he said. The school board also heard from Penny Peticolas, director of technology, up­ dating them about the tech­ nology bond. Citing the “Book of Trends/' she ex­ plained that education is ex­ pected to shift away from averages to individuals, from standardization to per­ sonalization. “It’s our job to prepare the students with their personal educations, with the educa­ tion that's right for them.” What originally attracted Peticolas to the Caledonia School district were two things, she said. “First, there was a robust technology establishment in place. It was created and maintained by an accom­ plished staff and recognized throughout the county and even other places in the state. Second there was a commitment to restructuring education.” Peticolas said she was proud to present the board with examples of the dis­ trict’s technology at work and commitment to further­ ing the knowledge of the distnet. Examples were the Technology Leadership Teams. The Technology Vendor Fair (just last week) and soon a field trip to Arlington. II., to a school district recognized by the National Association of School Boards to learn how they are using technology in their secondary schools. Fourth grade Kettle Lake Partial rendition of the New Caledonia High School. Harm Perdock, of GMB Architects presents the current rendition of the New Caledonia High School. 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The department recently was invited to be part of a national video teleconfer­ ence sponsored by the Con­ sortium for School Network­ ing, to discuss these ideas. The technology depart­ ment will provide the board * Christopher J. Hier, * D.D.S. 616-891-1240 ♦ * General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS ** ----------------------------- —WELCOME — -------------------« * Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on 51-37,n Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. ....................... ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Your Smile The First Thing People See! ♦ ♦ ♦ Board members Kristy Anne Sherland and Dennis Atkinson examine the honorary gold reading medals presented to them by Dutton Elementary School stu­ dents. with further updates as the processes and goals of the technology department are achieved. Chris Burns said she was excited to report of a "Real Benchmark” for the Caledo­ nia School System — all schools in the district have achieved North Central Ac­ creditation. This is an un­ usual feat as Caledonia is one of three (whole) school systems to have achieved this accreditation in Kent County and one of only 50 in the state. The accredita­ tion requires a lot of work and documentation on the part of the schools and each principal. The board also heard an appeal from Unger and Fleischmans, speaking as representatives of a group of citizens presenting informa­ tion for safety at 100th Street and M-37. They asked the school board for support to “help put that intersection on MDOT’s radar ” Board member Bob Lillie asked what the criteria for the Michigan Department of Transportation to consider this action would be. Unger replied that several points are examined, including the number of accidents, the contouring of the intersec­ tion, the amount of traffic and local interest. According to Fleisch­ mann, Michigan currently ranks 11th in the nation for bad roads. Board President Jim Glcss said the request would be taken into consideration. Fleischmann then took a moment of unscheduled time to express thanks for the supplies from Caledonia High School students that were sent to troops in At ghanistan. With less than two weeks of notice the stu­ dents were able to put to­ gether 267 pounds of sup­ plies (15 boxes worth). Though high school or­ chestra Director Pete De­ Lille could not be present, he was presented with a Caledonia “C” in honor of being named “Orchestra Teacher of the Year” by the See new high school, pg. IS Daniel Freiberg, a Dut­ ton Elementary fifth grade student in Mr. Elve’s class, talks about his time in the Voyageur Club. ��Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/March 26. 2002 Caledonia Twp. fire chief matter still not resolved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The appointment of a fire chief was delayed by the Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday to gather more data to define the du­ ties and hours of the posi­ tion. The Fire Department Ad­ visory Committee recom­ mended the board adopt a full-time chief, an issue that has come before the board in the past The committee asked that secondary duties such as snow removal be de­ leted from the job descrip­ tion. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison moved to achieve those details. He added to the fire chiefs du­ ties implementing policies and direction of the Town­ ship Board, implementing requirements to improve ISO ratings and building re­ views. The salary range would be refined by the Finance Com­ mittee would review an ac­ ceptable range. Education is not deemed as critical as firefighter training certifica­ tion. Interim Fire Chief Brian Bennett explained that Michigan Firefighter laws define certification require­ ments. He said there arc sev­ eral other criteria needed for chief, but the training is the minimum required, and can be acquired after hiring. This training docs not pre­ pare a person to inspect buildings, but there is a 40hour course to attain that ca­ pability. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said a previous job de­ scription from an MTA download, for fire chief seemed more comprehen­ sive than the one replacing it. He quoted, "insuring that fire inspection and commu­ nity fire prevention be con­ ducted." Harrison said the respon­ sibilities also arc defined in a number of other bylaws, and in state laws that apply. Township Manager Dave Zylstra normally develops job descriptions for the township. He said he had been looking at those of other townships' fire chief descriptions. Robertson, acting as a member of the Finance Committee, gave a presenta­ tion showing comparisons of salaries, hours and duties of othci fire departments. He said he had data available from other townships in the state. Showing townships by populations closest to Cale­ donia's, salary ranges were compared. Townships with a full-time fire chief ranged from $30,722 to $56,903. He did not use SEV. Chiefs salaries in Kent County, with part-time du­ ties. ranged from $6,000 to $15,336. He compared an­ nual call-outs in different townships. Only five town­ ships have a full-time chief — Cascade. Grand Rapids. Plainfield. Alpine and Ada. Robertson said Ada has less than 10.000 people and an SEV of $600,000. and docs not fit the profile, he said. They pay their trustees $5200 a year, an indication of their ability Io support a full-time fire department and chief. Alpine Township had 714 call-outs. Another with 627 call-outs had a full-time chief. Caledonia by com­ parison had 353 calls last year, which he said did not yet justify a full-time chiefs position. Some township fire departments arc busier than Caledonia. "Sparta had 600 calls, yet they do not have a full-time salaried fire chief." he said. Pcnnficld had 700 call­ outs but pay their chief $46,000, but only pay their fire fighters $9. Gaines base call-outs at $28.50 but Cale­ donia is around $17. Robertson said "Caledo­ nia's Public Safety millage is the highest in Kent County, See fire chief, page 15 ORDINANCE NO. 02-3Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Jamie Wright Rezoning, Whitneyville Avenue) THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amend­ ment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following described lands from the R 2 Medium Density Single Family District to the C-1 NEIGHBOR BUSINESS DISTRICT That part of the SE/4 ol Section 2. de senbed as commencing at the South 1/4 comer of said sec­ tion thence N00T0'17’W 295 00 feet along the West line of said SE/4 to the place of beginning, thence NOOTO'irW 295 00 feet along said West line, thence S89’57'43‘E 295.32 feel parallel with the South hne of said SE/4; thence S00°10'17-E295 00 feet, thence N89 57’43‘W 295 32 feet to the place of beginning Parcel is subject to highway right of way for Whitneyville Road and also subject to easements, restnctions and nghts of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 48-foot wide stnp of land, the centertine of which is desenbed as begin­ ning at a point on the West line of the SE/4 of Section 2, which is NOO1O'17"W 186 81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of said section, thence N89"54'54*E 88 71 feet' thence N02°02T9’E 108 07 feet to the place of ending of the centeriine of said easement Caledonia Township. Kent County Michigan 304 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apnl 1 2002. at 7 00 p m . the Planning Commission of the Charter Townsh<> of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan on the appication of Joe Doody tor a special use permit tor a 44x40-square-foot accessory building n the R-R Rural Residential District The lands as to which the special use permit ts requested are com­ monly described as 9400 100th Street (Parcel »41 23 36 200-008) and tegairy desertoed as follows PART E 1/2 NE 1/4 COM 661 11 FT N 89D SOM 40S W ALONG E&W 1 4 LINE FROM E 1/4 COR TH N 89D 50M 40S W ALONG E&W 1 4 LINE 661 11 FT TO SW COR OF E 1/2 NE 1/4 TH N 000 01M 48S E ALONG E IB LINE 1329 18 FT TO SW COR OF N 1330 0 FT OF E 1/2 NE 1 4 TH 90D OOM OOS E ALONG S LINE OF N 1330 0 FT OF E 1/2 NE 1 4 NE 14 632 36 FT TH S46D01M23SE 136 93 FT TH S 11D 59M 50S W 270 94 FT TH S 260 14M 37S W 288 60 FT TH S 23D 50M 57S E 308 76 FT TH S ID 31M IIS W 429 78 FT TO BEG-SEC 36 T5N R10W AH interested persons may attend the pubke hearing and comment upon the proposed spe cial use permit Written comments may be submitted to the Township office. at the at--ve stal­ ed address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated March 20. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting Ayes AM MOTION FIRE DEPARTMENT ADVI­ SORY COMMITTEE: Discus­ sion was held First read BOARD COMMENTS: Har­ nson commented on a survey in which he sent to approximately 1000 registered voters, and a Tree Trust Grant which the boy scouts applied for and received which need to be planted on public property Bravata request­ ed approval to attend a seminar given by MTA this weekend, costing $375 00 Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to allow pay­ ment to MTA for Bravata to attend a seminar Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Snyder requested approval for atten­ dance to a week long framing semmar Moved Stauffer, sec ond Bravata to allow Snyder to a ttend a week long seminar at the Township expense Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Bujak dts cussed KKK letter m Grand Rapids Press Cardwell dis cussed phone system and thanked Pat Snyder, Dave Zylstra. and Lots Barber for get­ ting a new phone system Robertson discussed first meet­ ing in April Harnson discussed a possible new Township logo PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Jason Robards of 8004 Patterson, commented on Trustee Robertsons presenta tion and the Fire Department Robertson responded F red Fleischmann, of 9033 Foeke Drive, commented on the survey sent out by Harnson. and also on the projects of the Boy Scouts He also commented on the library sites, and a millage on the upcoming election The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on March 29 Jim Perkins of 8265 100th St commented on police patrol and Robertson s presen tabon Joe Hammer of 602 E Main St commented on stress of Fire Department "rod tape" and paperwork nut getting done Discussion was held regarding the Fire Department being under-manned Moved Snyder, second Robertson to support the CUWA Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ADJOURNMENT Moved Bravata, second Cardwell Io ad|oum Ayes aii motion CARRIED Patricia Snyder. Caledonia Township Clerk Search committee Ayes All March 20, 2002 MOTION CARRIED Present Harnson. Snyder. RESOLUTION - A RESOLU­ Cardwell Bravata. Baja* Rob­ TION TO APPROVE FARM ertson. Staufter and Robertson GROVE SITE CONDOMINIUM amved at 7 05 p m Discussion was held Moved Also present Manager Plan­ Harnson. second Cardwell to ner Zylstra. Utilities Administra­ adopt a resolution to approve tor Pierson Deputy Clerk Palm Farm Grove Site Condominium er and several citizens conditioned on all regulatory The meeting was called to permits are turned m Roll ca« order at 7:01 p m vote Ayes Harnson. Snyder. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Cardwell Bravata. Bu-jak. and AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Stauffer Nay Robert son Harnson led the Pledge of MOTION CARRIED Allegiance and gave the invoca­ DISCUSSION POSSIBLE tion SALE OF ALASKA HALL: CONSIDERATION OF THE Discussion was held MEETING AGENDA: Moved APPOINTMENTS/CONFIRHarrison, second Bravata Re­ MATIONS - TO THE CON­ move item 8B - tetter from Dick STRUCTION BOARD OF and Cindy Robertson Ayes All APPEALS': Moved Harnson MOTION CARRIED. Moved second Bujak to appoint Mat Harnson. second Cardwell to Reigler Louis VanEssendelft. add WH-Road Commission per and Steve Pnns and alternates mt and 101 - Fire Department Mike Vredevoogd and Bob Advisory Committee amend­ Deppe to the Construction ments Ayes All MOTION Board of Appeals Ayes All CARRIED MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPOINTMENTS/CONFIRAPPROVAL OF CONSENT MATIONS - TO THE LIBRARY AGENDA: Moved Harnson. sec­ ADVISORY COMMITTEE ond Snyder to approve the con­ Moved Harnson. second Stauf sent agenda as wntten. Ayes: ter to appoint Wendy Zandstra All MOTION CARRIED. as the Village representative to INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF the Library Advisory Committee INTEREST: None Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. REPORTS FROM BOARD RESOLUTION - A RESOLU­ OFFICERS AND STAFF: None TION TO APPROVE AMEND­ REPORT BY ERIC LONG­ MENT NO. 30 IN THE ARTI­ MAN, CHAIRMAN OF THE CLES OF INCORPORATION LIBRARY ADVISORY COM­ OF GRAND VALLEY METRO­ MITTEE': Eric Longman and POLITAN COUNCIL : Moved Jane Heiss gave a presentation Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt regarding the Caledonia Library a resolution to approve amend Discussion was held ment No 30 in the articles of Moved Harrison, second incorporation of Grand Valley Bravata to add Ellen Wilder of Metropolitan Council Roll call CUWA as item 7C Ayes All vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ MOTION CARRIED. RIED. REPORT BY KRIS APOL, RESOLUTION - M-37 USER CHAIRWOMAN OF THE HIS­ RATE: Moved Snyder, second TORICAL COMMISSION : Kris Cardwell to adopt a resolution to Apol gave a report regarding the amend sewer rates and fees for Historical Commission On Apnl the M-37 sewer system Roll call 29 the Historic Commission is vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ partaking in a Veterans History RIED Project with the assistance of MOTION - PURCHASE OF the US Library of Congress/CRANE AND PLOW: Moved American Folklife Center, which Snyder, second Staufter to pur­ is being held at the Caledonia chase a crane and a plow from American Legion The Historical Allied Truck Equipment Ayes Commission would like the All MOTION CARRIED Township Board to consider RESOLUTION - ROAD COM­ adopting a historical district ordi­ MISSION PERMIT: Moved Sny­ nance. They also request the der. second Cardwell to approve Township Board to make appli­ the performance and indemnifi­ cation to the State of Michigan, cation resolution Roll call vote that the Caledonia Library build­ ing on Emmons be registered in the State Register of Historic Sites and also make application to the State Historic Preser­ vation Office for the Michigan Historical Marker Program REPORT FROM ELLEN WILDER OF CUWA: Ellen Notice is hereby given that Yankee Springs Township will Wilder discussed a meeting tak mg place on April 17 and 18 to hold a Public Hearing on proposed water system improve find out the needs of the com­ ments for the purpose of receiving comments from interested munity Ellen also discussed a persons YMCA She requested the Town­ The Township is currently preparing a Project Plan to apply ship support the CUWA by giving for low interest loans through the State of Michigan's Drinking $5000 00 to perform a study Water Revolving Loan Fund Program (DWRF) Discussion was held The hearing will be held at 7 00 p m on Wednesday April 17, CORRESPONDENCE: Letter 2002, at the following location from the West Michigan Clean Yankee Springs Township Hall Air Coalition’ Moved Bujak. sec­ 284 N Briggs Street ond Harnson to partner with the Middleville, Michigan 49333 Ozone Action Organization. The purpose of the proposed project is to construct elevated Ayes All MCI !ON CARRIED. storage to meet future water needs over the next 20 years MOTION - ADOPTION OF Project construction wiH involve a new 200 000 elevated star JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE POSITION OF FIRE CHIEF : age tank and connecting 12-meh watermain transmission Discussion was held. Briar. main constructed on Township owned property Bennett. Acting Fire Chief dis­ Impacts of the proposed project include a more reliable water cussed the required certification supply source, consistent operating system pressures, and the amount of time he is cur­ increased fire fighting supply and capacity Short term con rently putting in at the Fire struebon related impacts include increased noise and dust Department Robertson gave a during the construction presentation regarding pay The average residential metered water bill is estimated to Moved Harrison second Bra­ remain at a current $24 75 per month total based on an aver vata to approve the job descrip­ age 5 000 gallons per month water use since ttwe costs tor the tion tor the position of Fire Chief proposed improvements are to be funded under the current with the removal of snow and rates cemetery sexton duties and add Copies of ff»e draft plan detailing the proposed project will be a sentence reading msures that available for pubke inspection on March 16 2002 at the fol all Township and Department lowing location pofeoes ordinances and laws Yankee Springs Township Offices are being followed and enforced Ro« call vote Ayes Harnson 284 N Briggs Street Snyder Cardwel. Bravata Bu­ MvyjlevrMe Michtgan jak and Stauffer Nay Robert­ Wntten comments received through April 17, 2002 will be son MOTION CARRIED entered mto the Pubic Hearing record and should be sent to MOTION - APPOINTMENT Yankee Springs Township OF A SEARCH COMMITTEE Attn Al McCrumb Supervisor FOR THE POSITION OF FIRE 284 N Bnggs Street CHIEF : Moved Harnson sec­ Middlevtf«e Mctvgan 49333 ond Bravata to appoint 3 mem­ bers of the Fire Advisory Com­ mittee by the Fire Advisory Committee lor the Fire Chief NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING _ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 26. 2002 Page 15 Caledonia community project initiatives may be combined by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Campaigns to benefit the Caledonia community would be consolidated under one umbrella in a proposed “Shared Vision” idea that will be discussed at a special meeting next month. The effort started with the idea of providing a swim­ ming pool for water activi­ ties in Caledonia, but now the initiative has expanded to embrace all projects of competing interests and combine them, a concept ad­ vocated by Ellen Wilder. Presumably the effort to bring the groups together would allow those now competing for various fund­ ing sources to begin to work together. “Shared vision” meetings will be held the evenings of April 17 and 18 and con­ ducted by Rick Phillips from California. Delegates from different community seg­ ments. the schools, the township, the village, churches, businesses, scouts. Caledonia Education Foun­ dation (CEF). are being in­ vited to attend the seminar. Wilder, at the Township Board meeting March 20. said Caledonia United for Wellness through Aquatics (CUWA) the group she is representing, is promoting a plan to have a YMCA or­ ganized in Caledonia, which would include a pool among Fire chief, continued from pg. 14 but we don't have 24-hour police protection." Some township fire departments do not have a millage, but arc paid for out of general funds. Harrison maintained that Caledonia still has good 911 response time, even though the Sheriffs Department pa­ trols only for two shifts. Caledonia has the second lowest operating millage in the county, but because of the fire and safety millage, "our total township millage is the third highest in Kent County. He said board mem­ bers are concerned about re­ quests for money for a li­ brary or a pool, and "I would fear there would not be a lot of public support." Robert­ son also cautioned about in­ creasing expenses under public safety. Harrison reminded listen­ ers that proponents of the other projects had not yet proposed a millage. Trustee Wally Bujak had gathered information that there was general support for a full-time fire chief, and would support it if a point factor system was applied to the duties. He suggested that a budget amendment was called for. Bujak suggested using Bill Thorton, a retired fire chief from another area, as a consultant. Harrison said Thorton has and will be con­ sulted. but is not interested in applying for the job. Trustee Bill Bravata. also serving on the Fire Advisory Committee, said "We have a responsibility to return the tax dollars in the best possi­ ble services, including the emergency medical re­ sponse." He pointed out this service was handled through the fire department. "One of the things the de­ partment if faced with is a huge amount of red tape, in requirements from the state, MI OSHA, and more. Its hard to maintain the paper­ work." He spoke of the fire fighters whose physical du­ ties dealing with practical emeigcncies, but who must provide the paper work documentation as well. Bra­ vata stressed the township could be fined because of not having the documenta­ tion required by OSHA. He said he supports a full­ time fire chief, who would be handling these require­ ments. "If you knew how much is required, it would be a no-brainer." He agreed more informa­ tion and documentation was needed before hiring a chief. Bravata said the township was on the verge of tremen­ dous growth and supported these steps. Deputy Chief Bennett, with a recent back injury, has not been at his regular work, but has been spending about seven hours a day with papier work at the fire department. Right now he is putting in 30 hours a week. OSHA and other require­ ments include routing re­ ports, completing materials. Right to Know material, equipment maintenance and service documentation for checks daily, weekly, and monthly. Everything done has to have a record for it, he said. If inspected, and not completed, the department could be fined. Other duties mentioned are working with other de­ partments to improve local services. Normally these du­ ties cut into time at home, he said. Bennett said the paper­ work was the same no mat­ ter how many calls pier week occurred, and was not re­ lated to the size of the com­ munity. Having the terms of the job, the number of hours and the salary scale completely defined before hiring some­ one is critical, several offi­ cials agreed. The board voted to approve the job de­ scription with amendments, including that it would be full time. Harrison recommended the Fire Advisory Commit­ tee be expanded to include the scope of public safety. He asked to increase the board to seven members. The five currently serving are Bravata, Harrison, Daryl Penfold, Ed Fischer and Dick Driscoll. He asked to remove the township super­ visor as required chair of that board and to allow se­ lection by the committee members. Three members of the Fire Advisory Committee will also act as search committee for a new full-time chief, to be selected by the commit­ tee itself. Robertson said "Red Book" law states these members may not be com­ pensated. The matter was discussed as part of a first reading, and will return to the agenda for a vole in the future. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 1. 2002. at 7 00 pm , the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia wiH hold a puMc heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Han. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, on the application ot Timothy Davis tor a special use permit for a 15.096-square-foot accessory bmKjmg m the R-R Rural Residential District The lands as to which the speoa; use permit is requested are commonly described as 9402 100th Street (Parcel •41-23-36-400-026) and legaty described as follows PART OF SE 1/4 COM 661 11 FT N 890 50M 40S W ALONG E & W 1 4 LINE FROM E 1/4 COR TH S OOD 01M 55S W PAR WITH E SEC LINE 1005 FT ML TO CL OF COLDWATER RIVER TH WLY & NLY ALONG SD CL TO E & W 1 4 LINE TH ELY ALONG E A W 1/4 LINE 1076 FT Ml TO BEG’SEC36 T5N R10W All interested persons may attend the pubfcc heanng and comment upon the proposed spe­ cial use permit Written comments may be submitted to the TownsNp office. at the above-slat­ ed address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated March 20. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 303 many other options in one facility. Bringing several programs, services and fa­ cilities together in one struc­ ture could lower costs to each. In addition. Wilder has in the past said the YMCA op­ erates on membership fees, so administering and staff­ ing many of the programs and facilities would be done without outlay of tax dol­ lars. Wilder mentioned initia­ tives to build a library, school buildings, fire barn, parks and recreation and more. She said there seemed a need to bring the commu­ nity together to determine what would be their com­ mon goals. She said there would be an effort to get people talking to "figure out a plan, a common goal, that we all want, instead of all the separate initiatives." The group has brought in documentation presented to local village and township officials showing "the build­ ing blocks of healthy devel­ opment that help young peo­ ple grow up healthy caring and responsible." The information, provided by "Search Institute." states that young people represent­ ing almost 100,000 sixth to twelfth grade youth sur­ veyed in 213 towns and cit­ ies in the U.S. experience certain assets. A percentage of these youth experience some or nearly all of 40 kinds of assets, which con­ tribute to their development. These assets are identified as family support, time at home, caring neighbor­ hoods, youth programs, re­ ligious community, etc. Some of these assets are tan­ gible, while others are traits subjectively indicated, such as empowerment, bounda­ ries and expectations, social competencies, or positive values. Young people exposed to or having a high percentage of these assets were com­ pared to those with low per­ centages. The paper corre­ lates high risk behaviors w ith low scores and positive attitudes and behaviors w ith high exposure to these com­ bination of home and com­ munity assets. The information is be­ lieved to support a theory that having facilities like a YMCA, a library, and other facilities and character building programs will pro­ duce better young people. When Tim Perkins brought some of the same is­ sues to the Village Council March 12, he said the semi­ nars and people who would be attending wanted to bring the people of the community and of the different groups together. "To get everybody what they want, and to cost people as little money as possible. Explaining further, Perkins said. "The YMCA enables us to keep from spending tax dollars to oper­ ate these things." That cost, year after year adds up. The community would own the building and the YMCA would run it, he explained. Some village officials and citizens expressed suspicion that there could be an at­ tempt by a group with its own agenda to sideswipe or co-opt the efforts already in­ vested toward other projects, both public and private, or to cost taxpayers another millage. Steve Gilbert, w ho did not run for a continued seat on the village council, said "I am concerned the school is trying to run the end around the people in this township." He said there have been re­ quests to build a pool sev­ eral times, and the people turned it down. "We are funding their sur­ veys. and now we re going to get all these special inter­ est groups together, and be­ fore we know what has hap­ pened, we’re going to be looking at a big lax increase. We need to know what we re supporting." Village President Daryl Penfold has been opposed to the Kent District Liluary millage for the operation of municipally-owned district libraries in the region, and is afraid the Y facility might See initiatives, pg. 17 Spring Is Herelj VI What are your plans? * Beach? Boating? Camping? Fishing? Golfing? Family & Fun? Affordable Lawn Care can help you manage your lawn maintenance needs, so you have more time for summer. Affordable Lawn Care ♦ Providing over 14 years of professional experience! ♦For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 or email: affordable lawncare@hetmail.cem ORDINANCE NO. 02-4Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Allan and Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development) WHEREAS, on March 17. 1993, the Townsnip Board adopted Caledonia Charter Township Ordinance No 93-1Z. establishing the Allan and Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development, WHEREAS, Allan and Diana Hudson have submitted an application to the Township, requesting that Ordinance No 93-1Z be amended, so as to rezone certain ot the lands in tne Planned Unrt Development from the PUD District to the C-2 General Business District. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a pubic hearing on the requested amend­ ment. after the publication and mailing of notice, and rias considered the application, the comments made at the public heanng and other materials bearing upon the requested amendment THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section t The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Sector. 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following described lands from the PUD Planned Unrt Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the AMan and Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development, to the C2 General Business District That part of the East 216 feet of the North 3/4 of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 lying South of the centerline of State Highway M 37, Section 7, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township Kent County Michigan Section 2 Ths ordinance s an amendment in Township Ordinance No 93-1Z, solely for the purpose of rezonmg the above-stated parcel of land AM other terms and provisions of said Ordinance No 93-1Z remain in full force and effect Section 3 This ordinance snail become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the publication of a summary of its provisions m a local newspaper of general circulation 305 �Page 16-The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'March 26, 2002 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Ordinance 02-5 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 92-5: THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: SECTION 1. scope purpose and intent This ordinance is adopted pursuant to authority granted by Michigan Law including Pubic Act 33 of 1951. as amended The purpose of this Ordinance is to codify the previous establish­ ment by resolution adopted____________ of the Caledonia Township Fire Department ANO PUBLIC SAFETY Advisory Committee and to provide the jurisdiction and authonty thereof; to reestablish the Township Fire Department and to provide duties thereof, to provide for the authonty of the Township as regards the Fire Department and the Fire Department ANO PUB­ LIC SAFETY Advisory Commitlee and related matters; to establish authonty to adopt rules and regulations for the conduct of personnel and maintenance of equipment and to provide for other matters pertaining to the Fire Department Section 2. AUTHORITY OF TOWNSHIP BOARD The Township Board retains ultimate and final authonty over and with regard to the Township Fire Department ANO PUBLIC SAFE­ TY POLICY, as provided by law In the discretion of the Township Board, such authonty shall extend to matters delegated hereunder to the Caledonia Township Fire Department AND PUB­ LIC SAFETY Advisory Committee, as well as to other matters pertaining to the Fire Department Section 3. FIRE DEPARTMENT The Caledonia Township Board hereby reestablish­ es and reorganizes the Caledonia Township Fire Department m Accordance with the ordinance Section 4. FIRE DEPARTMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE 1 The Caledonia Township Board hereby reestablishes and reorganizes the Caledonia Township Fire Department and PUBLIC SAFE­ TY Advisory Committee (“The Committee") pre­ viously established by resolution of the Township Board on ______ _ This Ordinance codifies the junsdiction and duties of the Committee, so said resolution shall be void and of no effect from the effective date of this Ordinance 2 Membership. The Committee shall consist of SEVEN members, who shall be appointed by the Township Board, after recommendation of the Township Supervisor, for terms of one year each and until their successors are appointed They may be reappointed The term shall coin­ cide with the calendar year. For the first year of such Committee, the members shall be appoint­ ed for a term ending on the last day of December of that year. The Township Fire Chief shall be an ex officio member of the Committee No regular member of the Committee shall be a member of the Township Fire Department. The Township Board shall fill any vacancy tor the unexpired term. 3 Composition of Committee Of the SEVEN members of the committee, TWO shall be Township Board members, ONE SHALL BE A VILLAGE COUNCIL MEMBER and FOUR shall be other residents of the Township The Township Supervisor shall be one of TWO town­ ship board members 4 Duties and responsibilities The committee shall act as an advisory committee to toe Township Board regarding Township Fire Department AMD PUBLIC SAFETY matters The Committee shall carry out such duties as are delegated by tots Ordinance, and such addi­ tional tasks and studies as requested of it by the Township Board Among other matters, the Committee may make studies and investiga­ tions with regard to Fire Department equipment equipment tor emergency medical and rescue services, personnel fire and rescue operations capital expenditures and future planning The Committee m consultation with the Fire Chief shall establish bylaws rules and regulations of the operation of the Fire Department and care of the equipment Such rules shall be effective upon approval by toe Township board 5 Officers A MEMBER OF THE TOWNSHIP BOARD shall serve as chairperson of the Committee In addition toe committee shall elect annually a vice chairperson and secretary Minutes of ail meetings shall be taken and main­ tained by toe secretary Copies of minutes shak be forwarded to the Township Oerk Officers of toe committee shall serve tor one calendar year and until toeir successors are electee ‘"hey shall be eligible tor reelection 6 Meetings. The Committee shall meet as fre­ quently as necessary to carry out its responsoiities effectively and shall also meet when requested by toe Township board 7 Liaison with Fire Chief AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES The Committee shaft among other duties confer with toe Township Fire Chief AND. LAW. ENFORCE­ MENT AGENCIES regarding toe operations personnel and equipment of the Fire Department and for future planning for effective POLICE PROTECTION. EMERGENCY PLAN­ NING, fire protection and emergency medical and rescue services m the township The Committee and the Fire Chief shall carry out such other duties studies and other activities as requested of them by toe Township board Section 5. Fire Department Budget A pro­ posed Fire Department budget shall be pre­ pared annually by toe Fire Chief and submitted to toe Committee The Committee shall then prepare a tentative Fire Department budget to be submitted to the Township board, not later than 30 days before the end of toe then-current fiscal year The budget shall be reviewed by the township board and may be amended or altered in any manner Upon adoption by the township board, the budget shall be the budget of the Fire Department for the ensuing fiscal year of toe Township All major expenditures beyond toe scope of the budget shall be presented to the Township Board at its next regularly scheduled meeting Section 6 Fire Chief The Fire Chief shall have toe following duties and responsibilities 1 The Fire Chief shaR recommend to the Committee the appointment of an Assistant Fire Chief. Captains and Lieutenants, pursuant to the bylaws 2 The Fire Chief shall cooperate with the Committee to prepare proposed rules to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Fire Department Such rules prepared by the Fire Chief shall cover operations of the Department, care of equipment, assignment of scheduling of personnel, procedures at the scene of fires and other incidents, and other matters relating to the sound operation of the Fire Department The Fire Chief, in concert with the Committee, shall also plan for the longrange needs of toe Fire Department and shall assist The Township Board in this regard. Such long-range planning shall include capital expen­ ditures. acquisition of equipment, the need for additional personnel and other matters 3 The Fire Chief shall monitor and review all personnel and operating problems and shall report to the Committee on such problems that are of other than a minor nature. If requested, the Fire Chief shall prepare written reports to the Committee The Committee shall submit such reports or other reports of its own or of the Fire Chief, to the Township Board The Fire Chief shaR prepare an annual report to the Committee, the report shall also be submitted to the Township Board 4 As needed, toe Fire Chief shall notify the Committee and Township Board of major prob­ lems or issues that require Township board action. 5. The Fire Chief shall hold regular Fire Department information and training meetings 6 The Fire Chief may incur expenditures against the Fire Department budget as appropri­ ated by the Township Board and may incur other expenditures m emergencies affecting the oper­ ations of the Fire Department. The Fire Chief shall monitor toe unencumbered balances remaning m toe Fire Department budget and shall make timely recommendations to the Township Board tor budget amendments at such times as the need for such amendments becomes known 7 The Are Chief sha# also be responsible tor toe following a Supervising the extinguishments of all fires that endanger toe hearth safety and welfare of toe Township b Enforcing Township fire ordnances or fire prevention codes c Ensuring that ak persome’ are va<r.ed and qualified tor me duties mat mey are expected to d Ensunng mat fere nspec&on and commonty fire prevention programs are conducted e Ensuring that al fire Statons are property mamtaneo and mat aff Fire Department equip­ ment is property mamtamed and n good working order t. Ensunng mat afl Fare Department personnel comply with departmental and board rules reg­ ulations and policies g. Ensunng that the Fire Department com­ plies with ail focal state and federal laws relat­ ing to the operation of the Fire Department Section 8. Fire Department Officers 1 There shall be a chain of command estab­ lished among toe Are Department officers in descending order of rank, from the Fire Chief to the Assistant Fire Chief, to Captains, to Lieutenants, and to firefighters. Each rank shaR obey the orders of their superior officers. Temporary officers may be appointed by the senior officer present at any emergency to ensure toe continuity of the chain of command Such temporary appointments shall terminate when the officer with the given responsibility becomes available Each command officer shall be responsible for toe carrying out of orders by subordinates Officers shall be appointed by the Committee upon recommendation by toe Fire Chief. 2. The Committee, in consultation with toe Fire Chief, shall prepare a job description for each rank of the officers of the Fire Department, and submit such description to the Township for Board approval. Section 9. Firefighters Paid on-call firefighters shall be employed in accordance with the fol­ lowing requirements: 1. Applicants for vacant firefighter positions shall be of good character and possess a good driving record. As necessary, qualified appli­ cants shall be recommended by the members of the Fire Department for appointment by the Township Board as a probationary firefighter An applicant not recommended by the Department may appeal for appointment directly to the Township Board. If an applicant is otherwise qualified for an available position, an offer of employment shall be conditioned upon satisfac­ tory examination by a physician approved by the Fire Chief. The physician’s examination shall determine if the applicant can perform the essential functions associated with firefighting. 2. All firefighters shall serve an initial proba­ tionary period for a period of not less than six months, and until satisfactory completion of Firefighter I training, driver training (if required), and other required training. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the probationary period may be extended for up to an additional six months. At the conclusion of the minimum probationary period, the Fire Chief may recommend that a probationary firefighter who has met al! of the qualifications contained in the firefighter job description be employed as a firefighter by the Township Board. a. Probationary firefighter shall be entitled to all compensation and benefits afforded to fire­ fighters, but shall be restricted to performing only those duties for which he/she has been specifically trained A probationary firefighter shall not be issued Fire Department insignia or badges. Use of emergency signal devices on toe private vehicle of a probationary firefighter shall be at the Fire Chief s discretion There shall be biennial physical examinations for firefighters. In addition random testing of firefighters for toe presence of controlled sub­ stances or other improper drugs may be con­ ducted. In the event that a firefighter declines to submit to testing for the presence of controlled substances or other improper drugs, such fire­ fighter shall be subject to toe disciplinary jxoceedings provided in Section 10 of this Ordinance The refusal or failure to submit to such testing, or the use of controlled substances or other improper drugs, as determined or indi­ cated by testing for the same shall be a viola­ tion of tots Ordinance and of the bytaws of the Township Fire Department. Disciplinary action in appropriate cases as provided m said Section 10 may include reprimand, suspension, demo­ tion or dismissal or a combination of any of them Section 10. Disciplinary Procedures 1. Violations of any of toe Township Fire Department ordnances bylaws or rues relating to toe Fite Department or conviction of a felony shall subject any Fire Department personnel involved to disciplinary proceedings A violation snafi be documented by me Are Chief upon good cause shown, or when a violation occurs m hts presence 2. The Are Chief snaM provide a copy of a wnt­ ten tfiscspbnary statement to an alleged violator The wntten statement shall state toe rule that was allegedly violated the nature of any disci­ plinary actions to be taken and the conse­ quences of any further occurrence Disciplinary action may range from a reprimand to suspen Sion, demotion or dismissal or a combination of any of toe above in toe discretion of toe Fire Chief depending on a) Seriousness of the violation b) Consequences to the safety of others by the violation c) Potential harm to the Fir? Department or toe Township d) Pnor record of the individual e) The nature of the act and related matters 3 Within 30 days of wntten notificaton. any disciplinary action may be appealed to the Township Board, which shall affirm deny or modify the disciplinary action taken by the Fire Chief. The Township Board may. on their own initiative, bring charges against any Fire Department personnel Disciplinary action initi­ ated by the Township Board shall follow the above procedures, except that the responsibili­ ties designated above to the Fire Chief shall be performed by the Township Board, which may require the Fire Chief or Committee to investi­ gate and report upon the matter 4 Theft of Township property, or theft of any property at the scene of an emergency shall be cause for immediate dismissal 5 Firefighters shall not respond to emergen­ cies. meetings or training sessions while under the influence of alcohol or any controlled sub­ stance Section 11, Emergency medical and rescue services The Fire Department is authorized to carry out emergency medical and rescuer serv ices in the Township and. on a mutual aid and assistance basis, m other municipalities The Township may acquire vehicles, apparatus, equipment and supplies in order that the Fire Department may carry out such services Qualified personnel of the Fire Department are authorized to respond to medical and rescue emergencies The Fire Chief shall institute and carry out an ongoing program for the training and certification of the Fire Department person nel for such purposes The duties of the Fire Chief set forth in this Ordinance shall extend as well to the emergency medical and rescue serv­ ices of the Fire Department Section 12. Compensation Compensation to firefighters shall be in such amounts and shall be paid at such times as may be determined by the Township Board The Township shall keep accurate records of all compensation paid to Fire Department personnel The Fire Department shall keep accurate records that indicate the amount of compensable time served by all personnel, or that indicate such other information upon which compensation is based. Time records or other records upon which compensation may be based snail be submitted to the Township Board or its designee in the Township office for payment, in the same manner and upon the same schedule as is the case for other Township personnel, or upon such other schedule or basis as may be deter­ mined by the Township Board Section 13. Public Contact 1 The Fire Chief, or his/her designee, may release facts regarding fires or other emergen­ cies to toe news media All other personnel shall refer all media inquiries to the Ftre Chief or the designee of the Fire Chief 2 Members of the public shall be allowed m the fire station only when accompanied by a mem­ ber of toe Fire Department Township Board member or Deputy Township Board Officer 3 The public shall always be treated courte­ ously and professionafiy by alt Fire Department personnel Section 14. Emergency Responses When responding to emergencies all personnel shall drive emergency vehicles with appropriate con­ cern for toe safety of toe pubic Use of emer­ gency signals on vehicles shall be considered a request for the right of way from other drivers Use of emergency signal equipment shall be permittee only when the Fire Department has been officially dispatched to an emergency Section 15. Are Department Equipment Required protective gear shall be worn when engaged m firefighting activities Lost or dam­ aged equipment shall be reported as soon as possible to an officer Township property shall be .... ...... ....................................................... �The Sun and News. Middleviiie Mi March 26. 2002 Page 17 Historic Commission wants 'historic' Caledonia library by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Kris Apol, representing the Caledonia Historic Com­ mission, last Wednesday proposed the Caledonia Township Board take steps to designate the present li­ brary building on Emmons Street as a historic site. The Library History Pro­ ject includes three steps. The first would be to en­ gage the township s author­ ity under the Michigan Lo­ cal Historic District Act of 1970 to protect and preserve one or more historic districts or buildings that reflect ele­ ments of its history, archi­ tecture. archaeology , or cul­ ture. for the education, pleasure and welfare of the community. The township then would adopt a historical district or­ dinance and apply to the state for particular sites to be registered with the State Register of Historic Sites, the second step. The com­ mittee offered a sample or­ Initiatives may be combined, from pg. 15 end up the same way. He school care, which the Y said village residents pay could do with its staffing township taxes as well as and programs to pull people village taxes. He said there in from the community. Wilder explained each of arc a bunch of special inter­ est groups all wanting to the community sectors which had contributed to the promote their projects. Perkins explained. “Spe­ study, the schools, the par­ ent-teachers associations, cial interest groups can be a plus if they all work to­ CEF and the village. By the end of the meeting gether, as partners We might be able to get a capital the township had still not donation of several million committed money to the or who knows what, study because the budget (like)from Barnes and No­ priorities arc still under con­ bles, if wc put a library in sideration. The township is this facility, and they may weighing its own long dis­ supply the books. In other cussed projects for a new words, depending on how it fire department, library, works out, we might not parks and more, while ongo­ need taxes to build this ing expenses also seem to be thing. Fhc intent is to make on the increase. this as inexpensive for the Board members com­ community as possible. You mented. many of whom get donations from big hit­ were reluctant to commit the ters Io build it, and the Y $5,000 being requested. gets the revenues to run it." Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he was Ellen Wilder and Tim optimistic about the effort to Perkins have made contin­ work together for some of ued appeals to various po­ these common community litical jurisdictions in an at­ projects. He said perhaps the tempt to raise funding just request could be put on the for a survey to determine the agenda for next month, public support for a pool though it was not appropri­ site. The survey was to cost ate at this time. He said he $30,000 and the group has would support a township to date raised $25,000, contribution to the survey Wilder said, and based on cost of $2,500. that amount, the YMCA is The study will not be only willing to go ahead with its survey, expecting the bal­ about a pool, but also will answer questions about ance to be forthcoming. To determine whether the many community interests community desires or can and determine which are support a Y, a study is wanted to be included in a needed, which the YMCA YMCA facility or no. The usually determines based on survey could lend informa­ a well tried study conducted tion to each of the separate initiatives, and of the politi­ by the Winfield Group. Wilder, speaking to town­ cal units in the township ship officials, said last whether there is an advan­ Wednesday night that there tage later to work together was a lot of community sup­ or not. "Once this survey lakes port for the YMCA. She said there is great interest in place, 1 think you're going to be well aware of what this a teen center, a senior cen­ ter. rehabilitation, a recrea­ community is looking for." tional facility, day care, after Wilder said. "This survey is going to show you what Caledonia wants." It’s going to show a lot more than just a pool, she claimed. Meanwhile. Harrison has sent out his own survey at his own expense to ran­ domly sample 1.000 citizens to consider community in­ terests in these many pro­ jects. He had received 200 responses. In her campaigning ef­ forts. Wilder has listed those who have donated money toward the CUWA and YMCA survey, implying the township has not been so generous. Trustee Richard Robert­ son responded by saying the funding for the study was still coming from taxpayers’ dollars, whether from the school, the village or the township. Wilder then said she would be happy with a smaller donation, but was looking for township sup­ port. Meanwhile, township of­ ficials have already commit­ ted to balancing the de­ mands for a variety of pro­ jects. part of long term plan­ ning. and a pool has not been one of these. The vari­ ous projects being under­ taken by the township are al­ ready competing for avail­ able public funds. Caledonia is already the third highest taxed township in the area, and projects re­ quiring an added millage for any additional projects are not likely to be met with fa­ vor from the public. Citizens are aware that many of these projects are desirable, which is not motivating the objec­ tions. A group of citizens bring­ ing their ideas together with a goal to build these pro­ jects through creative and innovative means is inspir­ ing people in the commu­ nity. If all the various pro­ ject initiatives in the town­ ship stick to private sources for their fund-raising, some extra resources may become available, as has been achieved by the Community Education Foundation. On the other hand these recent proponents seem ig­ norant of the legally defined responsibilities and proce­ dures required of officials, whether it is the township, the village or the schools, as some officials have tried to explain. dinance and asked the town­ ship adopt a similar ordi­ nance in the next month if possible. The commission also re­ quested the third step, that the township make applica­ tion to the State Historic Preservation Office for the Michigan Historical Marker program for the library site. These steps could allow the present library building to become a future home for housing community historic objects and records if the community supported such a museum facility. It is possible to declare various sites in the township as historic sites, such as the LaBarge Dam. and it is not required that they be all lo­ cated in a "district" which includes several historic buildings. Apol said. Another of the projects the commission has been working on is a Veterans’ History Project, undertaken with the assistance of the United States Library of Congress/ American Folklife Center. On April 29. at the American Legion on M- 37. all Caledonia and local veterans are invited to share letters, diaries, photographs, maps, drawings and other historic items to accompany their stories about their ex­ periences or those from the area. The exchange will be video taped and shown on the local cable Channel 15 during the Memorial Day weekend. Copies of the tape and copies of personal materials that some veterans share will be sent on to the Li­ brary of Congress to become part of the library’s compre­ hensive collection. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes THORNAPPLE FINANCIAL CENTER Susan Foster, President OPENINGS FOR NEW ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL CLIENTS G>//Beth Berkimer 616-795-3387 1-800-795-3287 Rural Routes Open in Caledonia Stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. to Fill Out An Application Call Dennis 616-945-9554 ext. 247 Hastings Reminder EARN EXTRA MONEY continued from previous pege disposed ot only with the poor approval of the Township Board All Fire Department issued equipment shall be returned to the Fire Chief by personnel leaving the Fire Department Section 16. Use ot tie Fire Station 1 Only Townsn<p-owned vehicles and equip­ ment may be kept at the fire station Fire Department equipment shall not be borrowed lor pnvate use 2. Pnvate vehicles must be parked m designat­ ed areas only 3. Alcohol and controlled substances snail not be brought into the fire station Section 17. Mutual A»d The Township Board may enter into agreements with other municipal­ ities in order to provide tor mutual aid ana ass-s tance between the Township Fee Department and the Fire Departments ot such other rmxw>pabties tor the extinguishing of fires proving emergency medical and rescue services and carrying out cooperative fire protection actmbes including jomt training activities and the fcke Such agreements snail be m w-ntsng and shafi be signed m behalf of the Township by the Township Supervisor Al such agreements cur­ rently m force are hereby reaffirmed Section 18. Solicitation of Funds 1. All tund-raismg activities earned out in the name of the Township Fee Department shall have the poor approval of the Committee and ail revenues soherted in the name of the Fire Department above the sum of $2,500 annually shall be deposited with the Township Treasurer Such funds above the sum of $2 500 annually shaft be disbursed by the Townstwp Board for Fee Department or fire department purposes The books of the Township Treasurer shall show such amounts 2. Any tund-ratsmg ac&vtees on oenart of the Fire Department yet not sokoted m the name of the Township or the Fire Department, where such actwmes result « foe receipt ot funds exceedmg $1200 m any one year snal be con­ ducted by a tax-exempt orgarvzaton that has been designation recognized by me U.S. iniemai Revenue Servee Proof of such desig­ nation snal De feed with me Townsrtp Clerk Section H. FvefigTte'S Association 1 The personnel of foe Hre Department may .neexporate a tax-exempt cha^a&e xganaabon to be knowr as Caiedon^ ='efignters Assooabon ’ or other designation approved by the Townsnip Board The purpose of the associ­ ation shall be to provide for the improvement of the Fire Department ano for the betterment of fire protection services in the Township Proof of incorporation and a copy of the corporate bylaws shall be filed with the Townsnip Clerk Tne association may elect >ts own officers 2. Funds may be solicited m the name of the association for Fire Department or fire protec­ tion purposes only. If at any time in a calendar year the funds of foe association exceed $2,500. foe financial records of the association tor such year shall oe audited or renewed by a certified public accountant, at the expense of the assoa ation and a copy of such audit or written report snail be submitted to the Township Board 3 Within 30 days after eacn calendar yea' tne association shall submit to the Townsnip Board a letter or other written certification signee by its president accurate*/ stating whether tne funds of the association exceeded $2 500 at any time during the calendar year Such tetter or certifica­ tion shall also accurately state whether the association dunog the calendar year engaged m fund-raising activities on benaif of tne Fire Department which resulted « more than $2 500 being received by the association 4 inasmuch as fund-raising activities by the association will be for the purpose of obtaining funds to enhance fire protection services in the Township, such fund-raising activities or meth­ ods shall always be in keeping with the impor­ tance and dignity of the Township and its gov emment Any such association sFiall not be deemed or treated as an association or other group tor cofiectrve bargaining purposes Sect on 20. Other matters Should any part of this ordinance be declared unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction the remain­ der of tne Ordinance shall nevertheless remain m fui force and effect AH Ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed ano an bylaws or other regulations in conflict herewith are likewise repealed This Ordinance shafi become effective upon its publi­ cation or upon tne publication of a summary of its provisions m a focal newspaper of general cir­ culation 306 �Page WThe Sun and News MiddlevUe. MVMarch 26. 2002 More new library sites still being considered by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Library Building Ad­ visory Committee, ap­ pointed last fall, reported last Wednesday to the Cale­ donia Township Board that it has considered seven sites to date for a potential new library. Presenting the report were Eric Dingman. chairman of the committee, and Librar­ ian Jane Heiss. Also on hand were Cheryl Garrison and Pamela VandcrPloeg, assis­ tant directors of KDL. The Library Building Ad­ visory Committee was charged with certain respon­ sibilities. to terminate Oct. 1, 2004. To meet its time­ line. the committee recom­ mended setting a cut-off date for sites to be consid­ ered for a new building. Presently serving on the committee, representing various community sectors in addition to Dingman and Heiss, arc Betty White, Pal Snyder. Jerry Baker and Wendy Zandstra. The appointment by the Village Council of Wendy Zandstra to serve on the committee to replace the previous village representa­ tive. Steve Gilbert, was ac­ cepted by the Township Board Additional citizen mem­ bers arc working with the appointed committee for two areas of responsibility, building and finance. Those working directly on building matters include Heiss. Mark Schmidke. Barb Constant. Bill Harrison. Jay Shook. Eva Engle. Jennifer Rencgar and Matt Boot The present library on Emmons Street in Caledonia has been used for 21 years. It has 2.336 square feet on the first floor. The library has an annual circulation of 68,679 items, with 54.793 visits, which amounts to an average of 30 people pass­ ing through the library each hour. The basement of the old church has water dam­ age. hut is used for the sale of used books to raise funds for library related purposes by the Ericnds of the Li­ brary. Meanwhile the needs of the community for a more adequate facility were ad­ dressed by Dingman. Stud­ ies show a gradual increase of circulated materials. Population growth in the township continues, with a projected growth by the year 2020. to 16.106. What is an adequate size for a library? Based on cur­ rent population of 8.950 in Caledonia Township the current size should be be­ tween 7.000 and 1O.(MM) square feet. By 2020. be­ PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 89D9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe tween 16.000 and 23,000 square feet is thought to be needed These estimates were based on references from several sources: The Connecticut State Library Space Planning Guide of 2001. the Wisconsin Library Building Project Handbook. 1992. plus four more publi­ cations. A 1998 township survey of 500 residents showed 92 percent of respondents fa­ vored a new library. Other surveys included a Caledo­ nia Library Survey of 1998, a Kent District Library Sur­ vey of 1999. and more, Longman said. Grant sources for helping fund li­ braries were looked at, but most arc rather small, under $5,000. Heiss said the committee spoke with several consult­ ants. to determine criteria for evaluating potential li­ brary sites. Ten criteria were used, including demographic data, site size and configura­ tion. general suitability, ac­ cessibility. neighborhood compatibility, visibility, im­ age and identity strengths, regulations, ownership and overall impression. Each criteria was rated from I to 5 for each site. I ight sites, based on known availability were evaluated. These were vil­ lage property near the sew­ age treatment plant, a site north of Rainbow’s End in the Caledonia Village Cen­ tre, a site facing the Hast­ ings Bank, a lot adjoining a dental office behind Metro Health, the site where Com­ munity Education is pres­ ently located, a site on John­ son with a house on it owned by Ken Gackler, a small section adjoining the Villagc/Township Hall, and the present D & W location, to be vacated in future. Three sites were ranked more highly by the commit­ tee. These were the site nearest the sewage treatment plant off M-37 with 349 points, the site facing the Hastings bank with 346. and the site near Rainbow's End. with 324 points. Cost of the sites were not considered. It was suggested the com­ mittee look at the values of the properties being evalu­ BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models ated. through the township assessor's data. Property donations were discussed. The community is not obligated to build on the Community Education site just because the School District offered it as a dona­ tion. although donated prop­ erty could be a critical finan­ cial- factor in the Township Board's decision. Longman mentioned of­ fers of property donations would be especially wel­ come. It was suggested that if donations were forthcom­ ing. the township should be given the option of selling that donation to apply to a more desirable site, if one was found. Longman explained the committee hopes commu­ nity members will actively bring more sites to the com­ mittee's attention for evalua­ tion. but suggested a cut-off date as early as May 1 for sites being considered. At some point the committee will need to concentrate its attention on one particular site, and can not continue to consider sites" indefinitely, he said. The committee will con­ tinue the evaluations of sites brought forward, and will continue to explore financial options. Longman said. He asked for help from both the board, and the community. The size of property needed to support a large ca- See library sites, pg. 21 New high school, from pg. 12 Kettle Lake fourth grade teacher, Kelly LaCroix. with Courtney Corson and Luke Wiest, present the board with information about their use of technology in the classroom, as Director of Technology, Penny Peticolas (foreground) watches. Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association. In other developments last week, the school board: • Recommended a final reading and effective imme­ diately, adopt the O-K Conference Realignment and Proposition Proposal. • Recommended the ap­ proval of personnel changes Jan McDougall retiring as second grade Caledonia Elementary teacher; Judy Doran transferring from sixth grade science/math to seventh grade; resignations of Diane Doot as the girls’ varsity golf coach and Debra Cardinal as JV softball coach; hired Terry Baker as ninth grade baseball coach. Jack Cooley as eighth grade­ girls soccer coach; Gus Wagner as girls’ golf coach. Michelle B’ough as JV softball coach and Jim Crites as JV girls’ golf coach. • Heard from guidance counselor Frank Renberg and several students from Dutton Elementary about the Voyageur Club. The club helps students to use their life skills in the outdoors with backpacking and camp­ ing. The club is an all-vol­ untary, free time pursuit during the school year. Both Dutton and Kettle Lake have taken trips with Renberg and the club. It takes about eight weeks for each backpacking ses­ sion to be prepared. The sec­ ond group that ever went with Renberg decided it needed a motto, and they came up with, “We cat hills for breakfast, mountains for lunch and mac and cheese for dinner!" Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips, who has been on a couple of the trips, ex­ plained, “Mr. Renberg makes great mac n cheese." Renberg responded by saying, “At the end of five miles, they’ll cat anything’’ • Listened to a report from HS Student Congress Repre sentative, Caleb Zandstra as to the happen­ ings at the school High lights of the report were straight Division Is for the choir and orchestra al festi­ val recently, student council elections had been held that day and a record donation of blood at the high school drive produced 78 possible donors. 72 actual pints of blood and 30 new donors. • Board members were presented with “honorary" gold reading medals that Dutton students will be re­ ceiving as an award for their reading month accomplish ments. 1996 Cub Cadet-7275 4X4 Diesel • leader • 5’ Newer S' Multivator - 6 Backklale • Frtut Forks wo zik raa-ws P.S. 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The banquet begins at 6 p.m. in the high school cafe­ teria. Coach Donnewald will speak after the meal. Donnewald’s coaching career spanned 36 years, the last 11 of which were spent as the head coach of the Reach over 11,000 area homes for only a few bucks! Broncos (1989-2000). He began his career with a nineyear stint at St. Joseph High School in South Bend. Indiana. then spent five years as an assistant coach at Indiana University under Bob Knight, a span that included the 1976 NCAA Champion­ ship. After 11 years as the head coach at Illinois State, he moved on to WMU. “I live in the area, and I got to know Kurt (TK coach Kurt Holzhueter) and had the chance to visit with the team a couple of times," Donnewald said. * I'm very impressed with (Holzhuctcr's) expertise and his ability to communicate his knowledge to his players." In addition Io high school basketball, Donnewald has stayed involved with the game in a number of ways, including consulting for col­ leges. doing some television and following the coaching fortunes of his son Bob Jr., who is in his first year as an assistant with the NBA s Charlotte Hornets. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet.. Gary Scott, DDS When you retire, Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages I can make sure you miss your job more than you miss your paycheck Staff and students alike kept Steve Bradley, eighth grade special edu­ cation teacher, working hard as the game an­ nouncer. Social Security han certainly seen Iwtter times. And who knows what the future might bring. I can show you how to plan for a secure financial future, with or without Social Security. 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Middleville MI March 26. 2002 Ryan Kimmel to present Baseball, softball signups April 12 farewell concert April 3 This year’s little league signup for baseball and softball deadline is on Friday, April 12. Registration forms went home with students in Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 grades one through eight, This year's program is be>ng nm by the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, not the YMCA. Mike Bremer, program director for the recreation commission reminds parents that registration forms are available at the Thornapple Township and Village of Middleville offices. 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The familiar red WIWS Heart disease is a serious problem, but taking a few tips to heart can help your heart beat the odds. heart with the white check­ mark can help you quickly and reliably identify foods that meet the American Heart Association’s food cer­ tification criteria for healthy people over the age of 2. In the kitchen, be sure to prepare foods using hearthealthy cooking techniques recommended in the Asso­ ciation's best-selling library of cookbooks: • Use a non-stick skillet so you can cook with a min­ imum of oil, or cook with veg­ etable oil spray. • Cut down on saturated fat in a creamy salad dress­ ing by mixing it with nonfat or low-fat yogurt. © rets ,. 1 NEW SECTION X ln3es7l TO OPEN SOON-. ,o"hOose < 12 Models to See *- by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Ryan Kimmel of Mid­ dleville is about to embark on an exciting journey. At 22 years of age he is moving to Nashville (Tenn.) to work with Franklin, the largest Christian music producers in the country. He will present a farewell concert of original music at 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of Mid­ dleville Wednesday. April 3. He is leaving for Nashville the following morning. Members of the church say they are proud of Kim­ mel and wish him the best as he moves into a new level of ministry. He is spending the last weeks before this move pre­ paring. He worked with his friend. Evan Chamberlin, on photographs for his portfo­ lio. He is packing, but finds Ryan Kimmel it hard to say good-bye to his family, friends and to the concert, it is my gift concert and Kimmel's music church family. to them." Kimmel says. ministry, e-mail him at ry“I hope everyone comes For information about the ankimmclfa hotmail.com \ OF NUTRITION • Roast vegetables in a hot oven to caramelize tH<«ir natural sugars and bring out the flavor. • < Jnll or broil instead of frying Th find out if your diet is “cutting the mustard," check out the Nutrition Calculator at MyHeartWatch.org The American Heart AsHoeiation’s free Web site gives users a comprehensive diet and nutrition tracker that lets them find out the exact nutritional content of spe­ cific foods and see how closely they’ve come to meet­ ing nutritional goals You can change your dietary habits to help improve your health and reduce your risk of disease in three steps: 1 Start at the market by purchasing foods low in sat­ urated fat and cholesterol and looking for the heart checkmark; 2. Cook using hearthealthy techniques; and 3. Monitor your progress to stay on the right track Heart-healthy eating has never been easier. For more information, visit american heart.org. e 40-50’ off ITEMS • NO RETURNS • IN-STOCK ITEMS ONLY • • ALL SALES FINAL • STORE CLOSING MARCH 3OTH ETC 1 C-k L>dieuoma Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed 10-6; Thurs., Fri. 10-8; Sat. 10-6 8980 N. Rodgers Ct., Suite B 616-891-5100 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml March 26. 2002Page 21 Thornapple Township Planners Fire issues may be resolved nix rezoning for development for Thornapple, Yankee Springs by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Township Planning com­ mission have attended pub­ lic hearings, read reams of material and came to the conclusion that they would recommend denial of rezon­ ing which would have made a 6OO-unit manufactured home community sought by I .an don Holdings a reality. Landon had asked for the 153 acres be rezoned from AR to R (this rezoning al­ lowed the most dense devel­ opment.) Previously the company had sued the town­ ship to overturn the zoning ordinance. The company sought rezoning when it lost its case. Before sending their deci­ sion to the Thornapple Township Board, the com­ mission held a public hear­ ing on Jan. 21. Public com­ ment on the issue was kept open until the middle of February and Landon and the Duncan Lake Associa­ tion had until March 6 to comment on any of the in­ formation received. Members of the commis­ sion’s ordinance committee presented a resolution that gave step by step reasons for the denial of the rezoning re­ quest. Planner Geoff Moffat submitted a report to the commission, detailing some of the staff work on the re­ quest. The resolution recom­ mending denial stated that there have not been changes in conditions and that the property can be used for purposed permitted within the AR zoning. If the request had been approved, this would have been an isolated R zone, and an example of spot zoning. This property at the north end of the township would be difficult to serve with vil­ lage services, including wa­ ter and sewer and fire pro­ tection. In fact. Landon, when asked about water and sewer told the township that its plans were “proprietary " and they would not release details. The Planning Commis­ sion also was concerned that approval of this request would be a "de facto repeal of the master plan and zon­ ing ordinance." The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Board is April 8 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. Asphalt plant ‘on hold’ while research continues hv Patricia Johns Staff Writer When Darrell Fcnstcrmachcr purchased the former Wolverine Asphalt Plant at an auction last Dcccmberr. he had no idea that his com­ pany’s ability to run the plant would be curtailed. He appeared at the March 18 meeting of the Thomapplc Township Planning Commission to ask for a de­ velopment agreement to op­ erate. This issue had been sent to the Planning Com­ mission by the full Town­ ship Board March 11. Fenstermachcr and his company. Fensco. have been in operation for 20 years. They operate in three other communities. Morley, Scott­ ville and Big Rapids. He told the commission that Fcnsco has been a “good neighbor in all three com­ munities.” Planner Geoff Moffat re­ viewed the Wolverine plant’s history in the town­ ship. In 1991, when the township zoning ordinances went into effect, the site south of Jackson on Patter­ son Road, received “legal nonconforming" status. At the time the owners were told that improvements to the plant would mean hav­ ing to conform to township zoning. The anticipation was that in time the plant would either conform to township zoning or cease operation. When Wolverine im­ proved its equipment in 1999, the township told the owners they no longer had this nonconforming status. The township worked out a development agreement with Wolverine, but the company never signed it be­ requests, citing competing fore going out of business. Commission member needs for money, and lim­ ited ability to supply ail re­ Wes VanRhee was very up front in his opinion that the quests. The Library Committee is plant had been run so poorly still trying to find means for in the past that he didn’t see funding that would not re­ how the new owners could quire another millage, mem­ overcome the problems. He pointed out that no one has bers stressed. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ ever shown the township a son complemented the com­ county permit, giving the previous owners the right to mittee for a job well done. operate. Linda Gasper told her col­ leagues on the commission, “Enough is enough, I didn’t think we would ever have to discuss this again." This issue has been re­ ferred to the commission’s ordinance committee, which will make a recommenda­ tion to the full board. Library sites, from pg. 18 pacity library is estimated to be from one to two acres for parking. Without enough space, a site will not work, regardless of the rating. Trustee Bill Bravata cau­ tioned the board must think of all these needs with global thinking. He men­ tioned a need for a new fire station, community interest in building a pool, and other Need wedding imitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351X. M43 Highway. Hastings The meetings are almost over, and the lengthy and difficult issues over costs of a fire contract between Yan­ kee Springs Township and Thornapple Township Emergency Services have been resolved. All that remains now is for the supervisors and clerks in Yankee Springs and Thomapple township to sign their names on the dot­ ted line. Concern about the fire contract has provoked an of­ ten heated debate in both townships for some time. Yankee Springs residents have believed that they were paying too much and Thor­ napple people have thought they were being taken ad­ vantage of. Yankee Springs trustees brought in Michigan State University Lynn Har­ vey to discuss ways to make the system work, perhaps with a joint fire authority, but this effort failed. Yankee Springs passed a three-year levy for fire equipment, which brings in about $250,000 per year. Others on the township’s fire committee have ex­ plored the possibility of starting their own fire de­ partment. Yankee Springs was just about to start paying the third year of a three-year contract with ITES. with a pricetag well over $100,000. The township purchased its first piece of equipment, a hovercraft for lake rescues. A new fire chief. Mark Marentette. then was hired by Thomapple Township. It turns out that he had experi­ ence with shared contracts and was able to present a new perspective on the de­ bate. The townships have agreed to a one-year con­ tract, in which Yankee Springs no longer pays into Thomapple’s equipment re­ serve fund. Yankee Springs will pay .05 mill of its tax­ able state equalized valua­ tion. which is now listed at $143,000,000. Pavment on this new contract is esti­ mated to be $71,500. Marentette w ill work w ith Yankee Springs on the pur­ chase of fire equipment which will be compatible with TTES equipment and help Yankee Springs prepare for a possible future fire de­ partment. TIES will lease the Yan­ kee Springs firebarn and equipment for a token $1 per year. The goals of the new con­ tract include increased com­ munication. cooperation and work to get more people on the staff of the fire depart ment. The new contract should be presented to the full Thomapple Township Board on Monday. April 8. and to the Yankee Springs Town­ ship Board April 11. I BUICK LeSABRE CUSTOM FREE LEATHER INTERIOR Limited Time! Limited Quantities! GM L~ ^p/°yees < i™? 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Both the TK Black and TK Orange teams wrestled very well. The Black team had 11 wrestlers in the finals and the Orange team had two in the finals. Individual champions for TKMS were Scott Blood (105), Mike Hooper (115), Tim Hall (120). Ben Ybema (125). Ja­ son Blain (130), Isaac Thaler (167) and Mike Mun­ joy (185). Second-place finishers were Glen Brock (heavy­ weight), Justin Lewis (110), Scott Brown (120), Vince Battiata (130), Mitchell Fisher (145) and Henry Smith (167). Placing third were Dcr- ** t * Members of the 2002 Thomapple Kellogg Middle School wrestling team rick Brock (heavyweight), Corey Humphrey (90), Brandon Grinage (95). Brandon Pisoni (100). Matt Miller (125) and Travis Young (155). Fourth-place finishers were Brett Tinker (80), Steven Munjoy (95), Jordan Smith (110). Josh Cross (145). Josh Collier (155) and Ryan King (185). It was a very successful season for the young wres­ tlers from Middleville. With the help of Coaches Reil. Wiersma and Strait, the TKMS wrestlers were able to develop into one of the finest teams to ever wrestle in the middle school. The strength of the current eighth-grade class is their ability to get down to work and to work hard. TK Community Education schedules April activities MARCH MAPNESS TK Community Education is planning a number of ac­ tivities that start next month in the Middleville area. Preschool registration for residents of the Thornapple Kellogg school district will begin' at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, in the TK Learning Center. 507 W. Main St. For more information about the preschool pro­ grams offered through TK Community Education, please call 795-3397. Senior citizens will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, April 15, in the Senior Community Room. A special guest from the high school technology department will show sen­ iors how to "Surf the Web." This session will highlight some of the many interest­ ing and entertaining sites found on the Internet. Call 795-3397 to register. Area seniors also are in­ vited to sign up for a trip May 17 to Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, which in­ cludes lunch. The senior citizens will travel by school bus for this getaway. For more information and to register, caM 795-3397. An intermediate and ad­ vanced dog training class is scheduled to begin Monday, April 22. Dogs that are 5 Colorado Blue Spruce Naturally grown 8-9 foot beauties professionally planted in your yard. All trees are state inspected and guaranteed for 1 year. Priced at $160 per tree. Other varieties and tree transplanti­ ng sen ices are also available. 891-1533 Pn months and older may at­ tend the intermediate class, from 6 to 7 p.m. The ad­ vanced class is for dogs that have completed a previous obedience course. This class will run from 7:15- 8:15 p.m. Both classes arc held in the McFall Elementary All­ Purpose Room. An advanced glass etching class is scheduled for 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. April 18. in the IK learning ('enter. 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(no cost) • Community Service - 11:00 a.m. at Caledonia High School Located on M-37 Between Middleville and Caledonia For more information call 616-891-8119 or check our web site: ww w.peacechurch.ee � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-04-02.pdf b4eb7501ba4748f7c739a7a8c8754efc PDF Text Text HASTIMGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS HI 49058-1891 131th year MiddleVille. Michigan 49333 No. 14/April 2, 2002 Interviews will be Aprif 10^12 TK superintendent finalists announced by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It took less than an hour to select the six best candi­ dates for the superinten­ dent’s position for the Thornapplc Kellogg School Dis­ trict last week, as members of the TK Board of Educa­ tion had a chance to vote for the candidates they felt would be best. Board members also had a chance to speak on behalf of some candidates as well. Under the guidance of Gene Young and Carl Hartman from the Michigan Associa­ tion of School Boards, the process was reviewed. Interviews have been set for the TK middle school li­ brary on Wednesday, April 10. Thursday, April 11. and Friday, April 12. Each inter­ view will be 90 minutes long and all candidates will be asked the same questions. The interviews are open to the public and if there is time some questions from the audience may be screened and asked. Young says that the format should allow each candidate time for a concluding statement as well. Interviews begin at 6 p.m. each evening with the sec­ ond interview beginning at 7:40 p.m. Brief reviews of the six candidates, based on their resumes, are listed be­ low. All six candidates are from Michigan. • Susan Bolton of Bath is superintendent of the Bath Community Schools, a posi­ tion she has held since De­ cember 1994. Previous to that time she was an elementary principal with the Mio AuSable Com­ munity Schools from 1989194. She was a teacher in the Holland Public Schools from February 1971 to Oc­ tober 1989. She expects to complete her doctoral work this De­ cember. Since graduating from Wyoming High School in 1966 she has earned a bachelor’s degree from Hope College, a master's degree from Western Michi­ gan University and a mas­ ter’s in education admini­ stration from Grand Valley State University. • Michael Jazzar. has been superintendent of White Pi­ geon Community Schools since 1994. He is also an ad­ junct professor of educa­ tional leadership at Western Michigan University. Previous to becoming su­ perintendent he served as the director of curriculum and grants for White Pigeon, and was a secondary school principal for Marshall and Baldwin community schools. He was a secondary school guidance counselor for the Grand Rapids Public See finalists, page 2 TK BPA student qualifies for nat’l contest Pete Mathias, a senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School, will represent the school during the Business Professionals of America national competition in Chi­ cago May 8-12. Mathias and 10 of his classmates competed against some of the best business and technology students in Michigan March 22-24 at the 30th annual Business Profession of Amenca State Leadership Conference in Detroit. Principal Ellen Zack who accompanied students to De­ troit says, “1 was so proud of Pete Mathias our students not only for was involved in the business their excellent performance competition, and only the but for their poise and pro­ second year that the Cisco fessionalism as our future class has been taught at TK. Besides Mathias and business leaders in Amer­ McDuffee the members of ica.” Mathias qualified to com­ the TK BPA are Katie pete at the national competi­ Bosma. Michelle Bronsink. tion by placing second in Greta Gustafson. Samantha Cisco Networking. Ben Harthy, Tricia Nelson. Mari McDuffee, who competed Richter, Amanda Sager. nationally last year, came in Kristin Seaman and David fourth this year in Extempo­ Stuart. raneous Public Speaking. In order to qualify to state Only the top three in each competition, students had to category move on to the na­ place in their respective tional competition. This is events at the regional level the third year that Thornap­ earlier this year. ple Kellogg High School Caledonia children enjoy Sugar Bush visit Caledonia students in Mrs. Hollstein’s classroom visited Martin’s Sugar Bush March 13. The sun was shining and the temperature had dipped to 24 degrees the previous night Both elements helped to make it an educational experience for the 19 firstgraders and their high school “Big Buddies.” Before heading to the woods to help gather sap, the sugar bush visitors were treated to pancakes, link sausage and pure maple syrup in the “sugar shanty.” Once breakfast was finished, it was off to the woods where the children watched as their host, Jim Martin, drilled a hole in a maple tree, inserted a spile, and hanged a bucket. It was only seconds before the sweet water began dripping into the bucket. Everyone had a chance to catch a few drops and enjoy its sweet taste. Once in the woods, the Mrs. Hollstein and some of her students say “good­ children and their “Big bye’’ to Burgis. and the Martins’ donkey. Buddies” checked the buck­ ets of many trees and some carried the sap to the gather­ ing lank. Later the children watched as the sap was boiled in an evaporator to make the sweet, pure maple syrup they had enjoyed on their pancakes. The children learned that it takes more than 40 gallons of sap to make one gallon of syrup. They also learned that it takes many people in many different jobs to get the syrup from the tree to the grocery store shelf. Before leaving the farm, the children enjoyed holding lambs and petting Burgis, the Manins’ donkey. They all received maple sugar and a coloring book about mak­ ing maple syrup as they boarded their bus for the ndc Caledonia Elementary first-graders from Mrs. Hollsteins room and their high back to school school “Big Buddies’ from Mrs. Dockers and Sharon Weaver s advisory. Mrs. Donker helps a first-grader dump the bucket of sap into the gathenng tank. In This Issue Proposed Alaska Hall sale issue unresolved Middleville Planning, Zoning Commission seat not vacant TK Board of Education expects only 2 new hires Home-based businesses still issue in Caledonia Twp. �Page 2/The Sun and News. MkkUeviUe. Ml/Apoi 2. 2002 Balloon Day held at area school It was a perfect day to test the seventh grades or­ ange team’s balloons on Wednesday. March 27. Stu­ dents in Tim Langschied’s class created their bal­ loons out of tissue paper and discovered the light­ ness of the material had to be balanced against its fragility. Here students and teacher are making sure there are no holes in the balloon Bring on the hot air supplied by hair dryers Finalists announced, continued from page 1 Schools. He also was a secondary school principal and acting superintendent for the ARAMCO schools in Dhahran. Saudi Arabia. ^6 accurate? . He also has seven years — -Are your payrolls processed without error'? teaching experience in the -Have you avoided receiving penalty and interest ^4 Grand Rapids Public notices from the government? Schools. . “Are you keeping up with your bookkeeping? His Ph.D. (doctorate) is ► ~Do you hear from your accountant more than from Michigan State Uni­ versity in educational lead­ ership. He also holds a mas­ ters in guidance and person­ nel from Western Michigan University. He earned his If the answer to any of the questions bachelor’s degree from above is “NO”, then maybe it’s time to I WMU in 1973. call C&K Business Services. We take He is fluent in English, Spanish and Greek. — great pride in providing outstanding • John D. Kingsnorth has client accounting, bookkeeping and tax ^4 been superintendent of the M services. Romeo Community Schools since 1995. Previous to that __ " Ph: 616-891 5789 c&K Business Services. LLC he was superintendent for 612 E Main Street the Otsego and Deerfield Caledonia. Ml 49316 Public Schools. He also served as princi­ pal for the Deerfield Public Schools and was a teacher in * How Is Your Business Doing? ..... ............... . I am Style. I am Unique I am Teamwork. I am Confident. I am Kind. I am Full Service l am Beautiful. I am Everything and more l am... CONTEMPO SALON! 616-891-1093 Make sure its full Up. Up and Away the Harper Creek Commu­ nity school district. He holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University in K-12 administration. He has a master’s degree from WMU in educational leader­ ship and graduated from Central Michigan. • Kevin Konarska is cur­ rently the assistant superin­ tendent for personnel with the Forest Hills Public Schools. He holds a master’s degree from Grand Valley ____________ j_________ State University and is certified as an elementary and secondary principal and as a director of special educa­ tion. He also holds a mas­ ter’s in speech and language pathology and his bachelor’s in elementary education and communications disorders from Central Michigan Uni­ versity. Before taking his present position in 1995 he served as the Forest Hills director of student services. He also served as the supervisor of secondary special education in Grand Rapids Public Schools, principal of Lin­ coln School in Grand Rap­ ids, assistan’ director of the Ottawa Area Center in the Ottawa Intermediate School District and was a teacher of speech and (he language im­ paired for the Grand Rapids Public Schools. • Therese Marie Peterson of Okemos has been super­ intendent of the Webberville district since 1995. Previous to that she was a principal in the Forest Park Schools in Crystal Falls. She also taught for the Marquette area schools for 11 years at the middle, high school and in the adult edu­ cation program. She holds a Ph.D. in educational administration from Michigan State university, an Ed.S. and masters in edu­ cational administration from Northern Michigan Univer­ sity. Her bachelor’s degree is in Spanish and education from Northeastern Illinois University. • David E. Watson of East Leroy has been the superin­ tendent of the Athens Area Schools since 1999. Previ­ ous to that he was a princi­ pal at Sturgis High School and Marshall Middle School and taught for the Sturgis Public Schools. He holds a masters in educational leadership and a masters in counseling from Middleville man named in ‘Who’s Who’ book Erik J. Vernon of Mid­ dleville is one of 51 Albion College students selected for the 2002 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. “Who’s Who” honors out­ standing students from 1.900 institutions of higher learn­ ing in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and several foreign nations. Students are nominated by their home campuses based on their academic achieve- ments, service to the com­ munity, campus leadership and potential for continued success. Vernon is a senior major­ ing in economics and man­ agement and minoring in philosophy and is a member of Gerstacker Liberal Arts Institute in Professional Management. He is the son of John Vernon and Kathryn Vernon of Middleville and a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Westcrn. He received his bachelor's from CMU All six candidates detail their experience with per­ sonnel, budgets and commu­ nity involvement. The schedule of inter­ views is April 10. 6 p.m. David Watson. 7:40 p.m. John Kingsnorth. On April 11 Kevin Konarska will be interviewed at 6 with Theresc Peterson following at 7:40 p.m. The first inter­ views end with Susan Bol­ ton at 6 on April 12 fol­ lowed by Michael Jazzar at 7:40. The board will discuss how to setup second inter­ views over the next week Young explained that sec­ ond interviews will allow the board to focus on certain issues and the questions do not need to be the same for each candidate. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML Apni 2. 2002/Page 3 Irving Road woman stitches for love, caring by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Peg Nagel of Irving Road enjoys sewing, doing ma­ chine embroidery and never lets a challenge stand in her way. Sshc recently completed a 90x90 quilt for a 5-year-old with leukemia from Saranac. This quilt was a gift to the young man from employees of the Cascade Wal-Mart Feb. 26 and his visit to the store was underwritten by the Make a Wish Founda­ tion. This project also allowed Nagel, who has been quilt­ ing for about three years to learn a new skill, machine quilting. Nagel’s friend, Grace Gulch, who works at the More, called her in February and asked if a quilt could be made with pink fabric and pigs. Gulch explained that the boy’s favorite color was pink and that he loved pigs. Employees could not find a blanket that met those re­ quirements. Once Nagel agreed to cre­ ate the quilt she contacted Stichitize.com, a Canadian company that sells embroi­ dery designs. “I didn’t have enough pig designs of my own to do a whole quilt,” Nagel remem­ bers. The company responded almost immediately to her request and donated designs for the quilt. Nagel was able to create eight embroidered blocks from the five designs donated by Stitchitize. “Both Beverley Rowse, design manager, and Trevor Conquergood, manager of the Stichitize Embroidery wohi Peg Nagel Design Service, were really helpful. They are going to include this project in one of their upcoming newsletters,” Nagel says. The store provided the material for the quilt Feb. 20, but Nagel didn’t begin working on it until two days later because she was very Over the next several days. Nagel spent almost 50 hours working on the quilt before completing it on Feb. 25. “I didn’t have enough time to quilt it by hand and I had never done machine quilting before. This was a really good project to learn with and it turned out lovely,” Nagel says The quilt was displayed in the store as the young man arrived with his family. Nagel heard him exclaim, “These are my pigs.” Nagel learned from the Make a Wish Foundation that the young man had asked for a trip to Wal-Mart. He also got a Jeff Gordon jacket and a chance to meet Gordon and ride in his race car. Nagel really enjoyed this experience even though it took a lot of work in a very short time. “The people at the Make a Wish Foundation were very helpful and explained to me that children only get their TK English Dept adopt new texts Members of the Thornap- APRIL is Customer appreciation month!!!! Take $5 off any chemical service All haircuts only $10 616-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 0 pie Kellogg High School English department received approval of the district’s Curriculum Council March 26 for new textbooks for classes beginning in the fall of the 2002-2003 school year. The Language of Litera­ ture, published by McDougall Littell, will be used in English I and Eng­ lish II classes. lure: British Literature^also published by McDougall Littell. for the English litera­ ture class. Creative Writing Hand­ book. published by Prentice Hall, was selected the for Creative Writing course. Patterns <?f Exposition (16th Edition), will be used in the advanced placement language and composition class. It is published by Ad­ dison Wesley. Before going to the Board of Education for adoption at the April 15 meeting the textbooks will be available for public review dunng the open hours of the Thomapple Kellogg School and Communits Library. The library is located in­ side the high school just across the lobby at 3885 Bender Road in Middleville. The quilt includes the three little pigs, farm pigs, a pogo pig and even a "Cool Dude" pig wish if they have received a terminal diagnosis. Some­ times children go into remis­ sion after receiving their wish,” Nagel says. Information about the Make a Wish Foundation is available by calling 1-800622-9474. The 60-year-old Nagel keeps active in her church and is know as “Grandma Peg” to school children and 4-H members. NOW OPEN!!! - 795-0053 t a 4611 North M-37 Hwy. OF (below the Middle Villa Inn) ' NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF in and ms at our new lacatian. MON. BY APPT.; TUES., WED THORS S-7; FRI. W6, SAT BY APPT Market Risk? Low Yielding Certificates? Now there is... THE THIRD ALTERNATIVE! X. FREE informational workshop > Participate in Market Gains > Avoid all Market losses!! April 18th, 2002, at 5 p.m. The Middle-Villa inn 4611 N. 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The King’s New Pet. was per­ formed for 100 of their classmates. of income tax preparation and let C&K Business Service* help you get the most of your tax refund. Ph: 616-691-5789 612 E Main Caledonia, Ml 49316 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living (.'hurt h - Serving a Ltting bird ............. 9 30 a.m. 10:45 a m . .6:00 p m Family Night 6 30 p m Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U II I a place to belong I Y CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9:30 & 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry................................................. 891 -0576 Meeting at the Crou Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Ctpcii, Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunh with a caring heart for oar Leighton Church Comniunitv o| ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near WlYtneyvde Ave. ' Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m Praise Singing 10 50 am Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship 7 30 p.m Pastor Uovd DeVormer Sr Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 897-7407 FIRST BAPTIST CHLTICH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor (»ary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Mewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School................................. Sunday Morning Ukwshtp Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Wtt4c Prayer Word of Life Clubs . 9 45 a.m. 1100 am. 600 p.m. 6 45 p.m 645 p.m. Rev. R Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Slulp. Youth Director Al Tieineyer, Community ( ailing Church Office (616)891 1512 M-37 at lOOdi Si CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ..................... 9:30 a m. Sunday School...........................1100am Adult Bible Class 11:00 a m. Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyvtlle Rd Rev P Adams Pfwne 891 -8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Ctaef Sooodo Road* Wayland. Ml 49 MS • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your Jamils - nghl where you ’re at - through: Rdoart Message! Dynaoac Mmac Quality Chdd Care and Programs . .. .5:00 p.m. COMMUNITY cmmfscm Worship Hours 900 am. and 10 30 am. T CALEDONIA C UNITED METHODIST ZMWwSkM 10 00 a.m 11:15 a m 6:00 p m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Qtye ®Uj tEime ^rBletljotriSt (fljiircl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.,.11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 « www.peacechurch.ee (fuut Commum/y Compos foi JYhmi/ty oud Sronce Redeemer Convenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday I Worship 9:30 am Chnstun Education & Worship Sen ice 3 30 am and II 00 am dr Church ai IIOOcMyi Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Can? as adaNc throughout the tnomint • (616)891-8167 Churc h Office 616 891 8669 Fax 891 8648 ww» caiedomaumc org Lakeside (Missouri Sgnod) 54th and Kraft -• Caledonia Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service 500AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM Sundag School 930 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barner Free wwwiservnet -stpanl Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ____________ Office g?l-86SS____________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a.m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURL 11 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a in (Jr. Church 8c Nursery' available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 XX Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Paflot Paul M HiUnun Youth Pastor Dand Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616^9M001 redetmei1rtserv.net Middleville - Parmelee 930 a m Parmelee Morning Worship Middev«e Momrg Worshp Sunday School (Jr Hgh A Adulh) Nursery Grode 5 Srrtgh -SunEvenrvg Jr High ■ Godes 68. Wed Evening 1100 am 945 a m 1100 a m 600800 pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zachmun Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community wnrujedetmeKovenontorg A member of the CmuRhid Ctmtnott Omttes < Amtna 0(UnU Community C*»u»c8 A Place for Famth A Friends 6201 * hitneysilk Aicnue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m E'ening Worship 6 00 pm Pastor Roger Ba toman • Church Office M8-0391 nwn lakesjdcCTxnmMttrty org + St Paul Lutheran Church UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES AfcUl/uoA : nunom io \ inc i April 7th: “See and Be Seen “ Res Norman Kohns 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass BAY TDWNVM) SOBMAN KNOBB Cwxvic PaMor 891 8028 • e-mail leightondisen net Good Shepherd Lutheran Church cunmtunity and the world" Sunday Wunhsp .9 30a m and600pm (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 a m A 11 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Sty le of Worship Sunday Evening Service 6 30 p.m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6 30 p m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6:30 p.m. . Youth Fellowship - Sunday 6 00 p.m. 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving i Sun&n »6rvK€ 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commxxon 2no Sunday* 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion w^dneFday 6 00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huxtwtck llcjxcl Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. warfarerec org WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Wb-*neyY4e Ave of 84th St • 891 866! "The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is ford" Meeting at Caledonia High School SendoySchoa Si^ooy Mcrrxng Wonnp 930am 1030 am •Aee-rg at cnapei v 'AhtneyvAe Ave Sunoco E^enng Yforshp Aea Moweex Prayer & Bfcie Study ’•xr-a S*jys Pew • <an ___________ '('^e <-^eyrieooe>g 600 pm 700pm Assoc Pastor �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 2. 2002/Page 5 TK grad, WMU student died with a song in his heart by Derek Repp News Writer Western Herald Leukemia claimed the life of a Western Michigan Uni­ versity junior from Mid­ dleville March 17 at Spec­ trum Health-Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids Taylor Pierce was diag­ nosed with leukemia ap­ proximately four years ago, though his cancer was in re­ mission until about 11 months ago when it sud­ denly rcoccurred, according to Mike Pierce, Pierce's fa­ ther . Most kids who die don't know that death is coming — Taylor did." Pierce said. "But m spite of that, he told me a week before he died that he felt more alive than most the people he had talked to." Taylor was a WMU his­ tory major along with being a member of the Gold Com­ pany II Vocal Jazz Group “Even though he had this fatal disease, he was very active throughout (Thomapple Kellogg) high school and college." Pierce said "Once the chemotherapy and Morgans to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Rosalie and Kenneth Morgan of Middleville will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on April 9, 2002. They were united in marriage on April 9, 1952. Their children include - Judy Hammer and Joanne Lance, both of Grand Rapids; Wayne Morgan and Robin (Mike) Strimback. both of Hastings; Penny (Rick) Banle of St. Augustine; Dan Morgan and Steve (Amy) Morgan of Middleville; and Ellie Russo of Panama City. They have 25 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchil­ dren They are celebrating with a family gathenng. radiation treatments started up again. Taylor became too weak to attend school." Pierce said Taylor was a gifted musician from a young age. "He was constantly sing­ ing or playing his favorite instrument, the guitar," Pierce said. Pierce said Taylor's friends gratified his love for music by purchasing him a flat-top guitar shortly before he passed away. "I was with him when he died." Pierce said. "And for the last hour of his life he was singing to himself and anyone who would listen. He had so much music in his soul." Pierce said more than 500 people attended his son's fu­ neral. which was held March 20 at Gun Lake Community Church under the direction of Pastor Todd VanEk. Tay­ lor was buried at Coman Cemetery in Yankee Springs Township. "His friends were very important to him," he said. "For example, he had a con­ versation with his doctor about three weeks ago, de­ ciding to end treatment. Af­ ter the decision was made the doctor asked. What do you feel you have left to do?' Taylor said. Have one last conversation with my friends to tell them my deci­ sion.’" Taylor was bom Sept. 18, 1980 in St. Ignatius, Mont. In 1994, the Pierce family moved to the Gun Lake area from Kansas City. Mont. He attended Thornapple Kellogg schools in Mid­ dleville and graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School in 2000. He was be­ ginning his junior year at WMU when he died. Taylor is survived by his parents. Candy and Mike Pierce of Gun Lake; sisters Melinda Smalley of Mar­ quette and Monica Pierce of Cadillac; maternal grandpar­ ents Joy and Virgil Adams of Kalamazoo. Pierce has asked that all memorial contributions be made to DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids or the charity of one's choice. (This story originally ap­ peared in March 26 issue of the Western Herald (volume 86, No. 99). Middleville Lions’ serve 350+ dinners Scouts from Troop 105 worked along side Lions Club members to keep the tables set, drinks poured and extra chicken served. The Lions Club is planning on donating part of the pro­ ceeds from the dinner to the troop so they can replace their equipment trailer The Middleville Lions’ annual chicken dinner on March 24 served more than 350 hungry diners. TK Secondary Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 3 Spring Break. Thursday, April 4 Spring Break. Friday, April 5 Spring Break. Monday, April 8 Chicken nuggets or hot dog on a cheesy potatoes, peaches, milk. Tuesday, April 9 Chicken rice or ham and cheese on a bun, seasoned green beans, warm apple cobbler, milk. piercing is nothing new to us. Annual Alto Fireman’s A lot of people have pierced body parts But every single one of us has holes in our heart or soul. Jesus Pancakes, eggs, sausage & pure maple syrup milk & coffee ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT! Donations at the door wiiA Christ suffered on the cross so you wouldn't have to suffer today Let us show you how his love can help Come ivorship ivith us at... Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Missouri Synod AprU DU®9 from p.m. at the Alto Fire Station 908 W Main St, Middleville, Ml 49333 SUNDAY - 9:30*h ""'T1:------------------ �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/April 2, 2002 Caledonia students 2nd in national organ competition Susan DeKam, a Hope College senior from Caledonia, is second nation­ ally among the nation’s col­ lege-student organists. De Kam who started play­ ing the organ during her freshman year at Hope, placed second in the colle­ giate organ performance competition during the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) annual conference in Cincinnati. Ohio. Saturday-Wednesday. March 16-20 She qualified for the national competition with wins at the state and divi­ sional level earlier during the school year. A total of four organists competed at the national level. Though DeKam started playing the organ as a Hope student, under the tutelage of dr. Huw Lewis of the Hope music facility, she has been studying the piano since she was 7 years old, and is a piano performance major. She recently performed both instruments during Dance supports library effort by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Friends of the Cale­ donia library encourage Caledonia residents to polish up their dancing shoes and get ready to swing on April 20, when swing music will fill Rafaclla’s by Pagano’s. This is part of the Friends’s fund raising efforts in sup­ port of a new Caledonia Public Library. The Tom Zalaoras Orches­ tra is preparing swing and light jazz numbers for a spe­ cial evening. Zalaoras leads a 13-piccc “big band’’ or­ chestra he bought in the 1940s. Eight of the current members arc from the origi­ nal band. The band’s selection of classics like “I’ve Got my Love to Keep me Warm," “The Prettiest Girl I Ever Saw’’ and even “Moonlight Serenade” promise to keep the dance floor full and swaying. Tickets arc $25 per cou­ ple and $15 for an individ­ ual. There will be a cash bar and Joe Pagano will prepare special food for sampling during the evening. This is not a dinner. For information or to pur­ chase tickets, call the Cale­ donia Library at 616-6473840. Hope's 14th annual Musical Showcase March 4 as a pianist with a trio and as a featured organist with the college's orchestra. On Wednesday. April 24. she will present her senior piano recital in Dimnent Memorial Chapel at 8 p.m. DeKam's activity in the department of music in­ cludes having formerly play­ ed French horn with the Hope College Wind Sym­ phony. She currently serves as an organist part-time with Covenant Christian Reform­ ed Church in Grand Rapids. In June, she plans to con­ duct a concert tour in Romania with the others in her Musical Showcase trio: violinist Titus Munteanu of Brasov. Romania, and cellist Nicholas Toben of Troy. She will begin graduate studies, in organ, in the fall. DeKam is the daughter of Tracy and Carol DeKam of Caledonia. She is a 1998 graduate of South Christian High School in Grand Rapids. The MTNA holds five national competitions annu­ ally for elementary through college-age students: in stu­ dent composition, junior high school performance, high school performance, collegiate artist performance and collegiate chamber music performance. Perfor­ mance competition area includes brass, guitar, organ, percussion, piano, strings, voice and woodwinds. The organ competition required each entrant to per­ form four pieces: a major work by J.S. Bach, a piece written before Bach, a piece written after 1950 and a Romantic work. DeKam’s program consisted of the “Prelude and Fugue in D, BWV 532,’’ by Bach; “Recit de Tierce en Tai lie,” by Nicolas de Grigny; “Scher­ zo." from “Organbook III,” by William Albright; and “Fantasy and Fugue on the Name B-A-C-H,” by Franz Liszt. . Caledonia Community W Preschool 7 Registration for Fall 2002 begins April 9, 2002 L. Ace Abbott MIDDLEVILLE - L. Ace Abbott, age 71, of Middle­ ville, passed away Sunday. March 24. 2002 at home. Mr. L. Ace Abbott was bom on Aug. 23. 1930 in Baltimore Township. Barry County. MI. the son of Hugh and Vera (Pennington) Abbott. He was raised in Walk­ erville, MI and attended Walkerville School, leaving school to serve his country', returning to graduate later He was married to Mar­ garet Ryan on June 25. 1955 in Angola. Ind., and have resided in Middleville for the past 46 years. Mr. Abbott was employed at Bradford White. Middle­ ville, retiring after 40 years Two-day sessions: S265 per semester Classes begin September 9, 2002 AM. 9:00-11:30 a.m. PM. 12:30-3:00 p.m. A non-refundable $35 enrollment is required to secure your place in class. Call the Caledonia Resource Center office at 891-8117 __ __________ for more information. Abbott. Carmen Noviskey and Nicole Noviskey; one sister. Lorraine (Bill) Lewis of Hastings; several nieces and nephew s. Funeral services were held Thursday. March 28. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Rev Lee Zachman officiated Military honors were under the auspices of the Wayland VFW Post 7581. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Middle­ ville Ambulance Service. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Paul C. Gackler HASTINGS - Paul C. Gackler, age 85, of Hast­ ings. passed away March 25, 2002 at Tendercare. Hast­ ings. Paul C. Gackler was bom on May 18, 1916 in Stan­ wood, Mich., the son of Andrew and Emma (Ben­ son) Gackler. He was raised in Mid­ dleville and attended Mid­ dleville school, graduating in 1936. He was married to Alta Potter Knickerbocker on April 18, 1953 in Grand Rapids. He was employed at con­ struction work in Grand Rapids and factory work at E.W. Bliss in Hastings. He is survived by his son. Gerald Knickerbocker of Hastings; one sister. Retha Williams of Virginia Beach, Va; two nephews; three grandsons. Dale Knicker­ bocker of Middleville; Bruce Knickerbocker of Lansing, and Mark Knicker­ bocker of Howell; three great grandchildren. Kaylee, Kyle and Kody; two step­ grandchildren, Stan Stevens and Dorothy Barton. He was preceded in death by his wife. Alta Gackler and daughter i.i law, Harriet Knickerbocker Funeral services were held Friday. March 29. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Rev Albert C Conklin officiated. Inter ment Rutland Cemetery. Hastings. Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Caledonia School Board seeks to fill 2 positions The Caledonia Commu­ nity Schools Board of Edu­ cation is seeking to fill two, four-year positions during the regular school elections June 10. Qualified candidates must be 18 years of age or older, a registered voter, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election and a resident of Michigan for at least 45 days Anyone interested in be­ coming a candidate must ob­ tain a petition from the Ad­ ministration Office, and col­ lect a minimum of 20 signa­ tures of registered voters from within the school dis­ trict. This petition must be filed in the Board of Educa­ Fours must be four by October 15, 2002 Three-day sessions: $350 per semester Two-day sessions: $265 per semester Threes must be three years old by August 1, 2002 of service. L. Ace Abbott was a member of the Wayland VFW Post 7581. American Legion Post 45 of Hastings. He served in the Army from November 1948 until July 1952. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and time spent w ith family and dog. Bosco. He was preceded m death by his parents. Mr. Abbott is survived by his wife. Margaret Abbott; one son, Jeff Abbott of Middleville; two daughters. Carol Ann (Gregg) Conrad of Middleville and Cathy (Norman) Noviskey Jr. of Hastings; seven grandchil dren, Michael Cramer. Matthew Cramer. Adam Conrad. Jason Abbott. Cal tion Office at 203 E. Main St. before 4 p.m. Monday, April 8. For those interested, the necessary forms and/or fur­ ther information can be ob­ tained by calling the Admin­ istration Office at 891-8185. _sfteav OPEN 6 DAYS HAIR DESIGNERS ...would like to welcome ^Shannon Bennett Shannon bring a wealth of knowledge and skill and ethnic hairstyles and treatments. Shannon will be available Thursday evening and Saturdays! 122 E. 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Offer expires 5/4/02 VaM orty in area 044 ‘2002 wetgm watcners international. me . owner of me WBCHT WATCX6PS tna the AT WOCK PCOCCAM trademark At. ngnts "rw �and News. ! 8/The 8/The Sun bun ana mews, Middleville, mtw.cv.He, MI'Apnl-2. 2002 'nil speed ahead for financing, building new COA, Health Dept, fnr ■ by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor With one sweeping reso­ lution Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners finalized details pre­ viously hanging in the air for months concerning pro­ posed plans for new County Commission on Aging (COA) and District Health Department buildings. Commissioners, voting 62, approved spending $3,276,687 from the coun­ ty’s Delinquent Tax Revolv­ ing Fund, which also is known as the Tax Umbrella Fund, to pay for property and the entire cost of both projects and to extend its op­ tion to purchase the pro­ posed site. Commissioners Tom Wilkinson and Tom Wing voted against the reso­ lution. Some reimbursement, perhaps more than $150,(KM), is expected to be put back in the fund through a grant and sale of other county-owned property. Previously, the County Board had said it would buy the property, which includes a vacant church for the COA, and fund the cost of a . health department structure, but it never had said it would pay for the costs of remodeling the proposed COA building. “It is in the best interest of the county, its residents and taxpayers to proceed with the purchase of the parcel and the Commission on Aging project and the District Health Department project...,” the County Board said in its resolution. COA Executive Director Tammy Pennington ap­ peared elated. “I’m excited,” she said af­ ter the meeting. “The com­ mission has just really sup­ ported us a lot, and I think this move shows how much they support senior citizens in Barry County. “I admire the commis­ sioners who were able to keep the senior citizens number one in this whole issue. There were so many different things to look at. I appreciate that the majority of them were able to put the needs of the senior citizens first,” Pennington said. The current COA head­ quarters is antiquated and lacks sufficient parking. DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Cal! Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-9^5-3512 n ___ «i->nc the plans fmmfor from audience was ex- was comolete its work, its counts work, time. county time. i Regarding the audience ex complete Basic renovation of the the health building. District pressed’ against the proposed <officials said. Northstar is Health Department Officer building projects, the major- <affiliated with the nonprofit ’vacant church for the COA i expected to cost between Tom W Spencer said. “I ity of the group did not ]Northern Health Foundation, is That fig­ The County Board this $350,000-375.000. ! feel really good. We've put speak. Delton resident Jim Al- -week could have decided iure includes, new flooring, a lot of work into it. There's new paint, new doors and to purchase the property i been a lot of thought given den. who was in the audi- not to it. People sometimes ex­ ence. said commissioners’ without penalty because a hardware, roof repair, new press that this was without a actions to pass Tuesday’s <clause in the purchase agree­ toilets, code requirements, plan, but it was not without resolution, will be consid­ ment allowed the county to new electrical service, new ered in voting deliberations back out if all governmental heating and air conditioning a plan. approvals had not been re­ and an entry canopy. “The Health Department at the August primary. In addition, future work “1 believe I speak for a ceived by April 1. Instead, has been working on this and planning at it since I’ve number of citizens in the the county decided to extend could cost an additional been here since 1995. Be­ audience tonight," he said. its option to purchase the $160,000 to $200,000 for fore that, there was another All of the commissioners' land from Top Properties new windows, new ceilings, effort, starting in 1990 ..The terms expire at the end of LLC (Don and Sandi Drum­ a storage addition, new light health department needs the the year, so those who seek mond) through 4 p.m. June fixtures and patios. A citizen at this week’s space, and they need to have re-election will have to be 14 to have additional time to secure required site plan ap­ meeting, Jim Rhodes, indi­ the space more functional candidates in the primary. cated that the County Board Another Delton citizen. provals from the city. than it is. We don’t have In a nutshell, also as a re­ may be wasting its money enough usable space for Drew Chapple, wondered why the County Board sult of the County Board’s on renovation like previous staff...or programs.” boards did when they pur­ The current facility has didn’t seriously consider Tuesday action: • Landmark Design of chased an old church build­ been used 20 years beyond property owned by Kellogg its time, Spencer said. “It’s Community College on the Grand Rapids is ’in’ as the ing in downtown Hastings not handicapped accessi­ west side of Hastings. He architect of the proposed many years ago for the for­ ble...There are lots of prob­ said that site would be more COA and Health buildings mer Courts and Law Build­ centrally located for outly­ and Northern Alliance is ing (now demolished). Pre­ lems.” ‘out’ as a prospective de­ vious County Boards poured One of the largest audi­ ing communities. “I just liked to see that signer, builder and financier thousands of dollars into the ences in recent history was present for the evening some of the new commis­ of the health structure. structure to keep it func­ County Board meeting at sioners stood out. They Landmark also has been tional. Rhodes suggested what is believed to be the brought up some good ques­ authorized to subcontract a that the county “would save first time (at least in recent tions. There were some that planning/engineering firm to money in the long run” if it memory) the board has con­ didn’t, and I’m concerned complete the site plan and demolished the former ducted a regular meeting about that,’’ Chapple said submit it to the City Plan­ Peace Church and built a near the conclusion of the ning Commission no later new structure for the COA. outside the city of Hastings. A breakdown of the costs than its June meeting. About 63 people packed meeting. • The size of the proposed for the COA and Health De­ Citizen Tom Bustance the Barry Township Hall in Delton where the meeting said the location of the for­ new health department partment projects shows was held, and County Board mer church property is “a building has been scaled $34,562 in closing costs. Of Chairman Jeff Mackenzie bad idea.” The public should down from 16,000 square that amount. $19,187 is said he was “overjoyed.” vote on whether they ap­ feet to approximately 13,400 property taxes on the land and $8,050 is for the seller’s Nearly 50 in attendance prove the proposed projects, square feet. interest and utilities because • A grant of about were interested citizens and he said, and the County the rest were county elected Board should not use a $150,000 from the Michi­ the purchase wasn't final gan Department of Commu­ ized in February as origi­ officials, employees or pre­ “slush fund” to pay for it. Some controversy, espe­ nity Health for a COA adult nally intended. sent because of county-re­ Construction of the health cially in the Delton area, has day care program will be lated business. While some opposition been brewing about the ex­ given back to the county as department building is ex­ pense and location of the a credit or reimbursement pected to cost $1.34 million proposed projects ever since for the Delinquent Tax Re­ and $100,000 has been budgeted for furnishings. the County Board last year volving Fund. approved an option to pur­ • Proceeds from the sale Site costs for parking, drives chase 6.75 acres, which in­■ of the current COA and Dis- and landscaping on the cludes the former Peace: trict Health Department property are anticipated at Community Church, forr buildings also will reim­ $500,000. Legal and other $519,500. The land is lo­ burse the county’s Revolv­ miscellaneous expenses for the projects are estimated to cated at 1330 N. Broadway ing Fund. Commissioner Wilkinsoni be $20,000. on the southwest corner of tried to amend the board ’ s » When asked about North Woodlawn in Hastings. Soutkbcnl Veterinary 1 lospilal A special use permit had resolution to eliminate mostl ern Health Alliance being Sundance Grill of the binding financial con ­ rejected from the project, been granted by the City of Swierrn<Ja's Jeweler* Hastings Planning Commis­ tent and other issues, but Health Officer Spencer said The Boh sion for the property, but the only he and Commissioner he didn’t have any feelings The Dollar Store site plan has not been ap­ Tom Wing were in favor of one way or the other. l"l»c Studio Citizen Gene Willison proved yet because the firm the change. Wilkinson indi­ Tkompsen family the county hired, Northstar cated he favored making de­ told the board that he hopes Value City Management & Consulting cisions about most of the Continued next page Inc. of Charievoix, failed to meaty issues at a future Vcentra* Dutch Store ambs Preschool Wish lol hank the Foil owin£ Contributors to Our 2002 Auction Amway Grand Plaza Hilton Spinnaker Azar* ( iricnlal Ru$* Huixens 1 umiture* Balaiti* family Karen Boonstra Barlow Christian Ik. Kathy Ruder Ba.Lin Robin* Kay Jeweler* Bcslrom family Kelly l.lojxl Biaaell. Inc. Knoll Inc. Boater* \\ odd Life EMS Brummck Lisa CronLrijjkl Wal-Mart Lynda Hulst Wild Birds I nlimiled Main Attraction Wildwood landscape Maple Hill Golf Club YotaWorh. 1 -arrv 1 ieybocr Conlcmpo Salt IW Family Dentistry of Caledonia Dadds Ma^icBu MrM.IXto.xJ IX"Komc I.than AIL Invites you to come in and meet Gary Scott, DDS I X-»»|Jn (. X»e PUT. Pins Accepting new patients RmlicMin Hotel* Radio Skach Giardini I amil* Rme. RoriUs Ruth Skout New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 Grvfi Ac April Moll 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Sherwood Collectible* Heidi Christine* Caledonia, Michigan �From previous page local workers and contrac­ tors will be able to be hired for the projects due to the unemployment situation. The county has more than $5.6 million in the savings account it calls the Tax Um­ brella Fund, accumulated from interest and fees on de­ linquent taxes. Commis­ sioner Tom Wing noted that the County Board’s plans to pay for the building projects will deplete about half of that fund. He also wondered whether the county's bond rating will drop Ralph Deal, a citizen in the audience, said the County Board “has just committed the next six years to not spending any more money out of the Umbrella Fund if you want to have it be at its current level again. I think that’s a little low.” Using that fund is a “true travesty" and “disheartening for me," Delton citizen Drew Chapple told the board. He said he is in favor of improvements for both agencies. “...When we put all of our ducks in one basket, who are we really serving arc we serving the whole of Barry County or are we serving just one general popula­ tion?" he asked. Delton resident Wes Knollenberg has been spear­ heading a petition drive urg­ ing the County Board to cancel the sales agreement for the purchase of the for­ mer Peace Community (’hurch property in Hastings because he believes remod­ eling the church building for the COA and building a new health department out of the downtown Hastings area is not in the best interests of county citizens, especially those in Southwest Barry County. Knol lenberg said Wednesday the petition drive is continuing despite Tuesday’s vote. He said even if the petitions had been presented this week he doesn't think they would have made a difference be­ cause commissioners had al­ ready “made up their minds.” He said he will be re­ thinking strategy and re­ evaluating the situation in coming weeks. Speaking during public comment at Tuesday ’s meet­ ing, Knollenberg sard “the COA needs to focus on how to better deliver their pro­ grams, so that they reach more senior citizens throughout the county. He said the “real job of the COA” is to double the number of seniors served. Knollenberg said he is disturbed about statistics re­ garding COA programs and services from the last two COA annual reports. “The number of seniors served by the COA has de­ creased by as much as 25 percent in nine of the 12 outlying townships” outside of the Hastings area- 10 of 16 townships countywide. “The percentage of seniors served is less than 10 per­ cent in 10 of the 12 outlying townships” - 13 of 16 town­ ships countywide, he said. “In comparison, 18 per­ cent of Hastings seniors re­ ceived COA services in 2001, a 15 percent increase over the previous year. This is great for the seniors of Hastings (where the COA is based), not so great for someone who is 75 years old. lives in an outlying township and must drive half-way across the county in January for a COA pro­ gram.” Knollenberg contin­ ued. Commissioner Tom Wing received applause when he said senior services every­ where in the county should have the same privileges as Hastings. During an annual COA report for 2001 at the meet­ ing, Pennington said the agency tries hard to reach every corner of the county Vince and Karen Meaney 975-5656 or 813-6824 and tries not to look at where seniors live, but what their needs are. Later in the meeting, she said the COA needs to hear constructive, specific sug­ gestions about program ideas that senior citizens wants “Delton needs to commu­ nicate with us.” Pennington said. She said a goal is to make more information available about what services are available. “We are so pleased that people in Barry County are taking such a great interest in senior citizen services, and we’re all working to­ gether truly with the hopes of making things better for senior citizens in Barry County.” she said. “I trust that’s why we’re all inter­ ested in not just the agency but the project itself. “Our mission, as it has been for the past 28 years, is to provide services to older adults in their homes so that they can remain independent in their homes," she said. In addition, COA Friend­ ship Centers operate in Woodland. Delton. Hastings and Nashville for meals and other activities. The Meals on Wheels program drivers traveled 61.885 miles last year. “...We arc getting out a lot around the county,” she said. The COA has 25 employ­ ees. Only four arc full time. Other issues brought up during public comment times during the meeting in­ cluded concerns from Delton citizen Barb Cichy about the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authori­ ty’s “illegal discharges” and release of raw sewage “into lower levels of our homes, city streets, properties and streams.” She wondered if the County Board, “as owners” of the system through the fi­ nancing of bonds for the project, was aware of that the Authority doesn’t have insurance coverage for resi­ dents regarding the dis­ charges and releases of sew­ age, which she said “often constitute a serious environ­ mental and public health threat. “Without insurance, will the county be paying for the damages of cleaning up our homes, properties and medi­ cal claims? I doubt it. Every resident on the system will be paying a portion of the costs of these illegal dis­ charges.” Cichy said. She also talked about documentation showing that the Southwest Barry Author­ ity has more discharges than surrounding cities and coun­ ties and wondered why? Cichy also asked the county to contribute $2 mil­ lion to pay for repairs to bring the Delton area system into compliance. Alden asked that the county begin taping all pub­ lic meetings and committee sessions so that if a member “questions the transcript for the minutes, the tape would reflect the accurate state­ ment made at a meeting.” Because of Wilkinson’s suggestion, public comment The Sun and News. * ddlevilie ML April 2. 2002'Page 9 times were included at the “...We don’t need hostil­ beginning of the meeting ity. You know my phone and at the end. Usually, the number... You’ve never had County Board has one pub­ to threaten me," he said to Commissioner Tom Wing. lic comment time. “I didn’t threaten.” Wing Regarding attendance. responded. “I’m very pleased. I think it Wing said he thought the proves we were right in do­ ing this and maybe we emails were confidential, should be doing more of it.” and MacKenzie said he be­ said County Board Chair­ lieves they are public docu­ man Jeff MacKenzie. dis­ ments when public officials are involved. cussing the public turnout Commissioner Jim French after the Delton meeting. “People are interested in suggested getting a legal their government. If we opinion about email, phone make it accessible to them, calls, etc. between commis­ sioners. MacKenzie asked they will participated The county board is plan­ County Administrator Mi­ ning three other meetings chael Brown to contact the outside of Hastings in the county prosecutor or the county’s attorney to give a next few months. In other business, the presentation about email and other forms of communica­ board: • Heard MacKenzie say tion. • Set a public hearing for he thought the tone of emails he has received about 10 a.m. May 14 at the the Charlton Park issue (see County Courthouse in Hast­ separate story in this issue ings to discuss the establish­ for details) “have been get­ ment of a Brow nfield Rede See COA, Health Dept, pg. 18 ting increasingly hostile." Personal Financial Planning FREE Seminar HASTINGS - Spacious 4 bedroom ranch on large country lot. Podunk Lake access *117.900 bedrooms. 3 season porch and central air Gleaming hard­ woods beneath the carpet. Huge fenced back yard and full base­ ment. Caledonia Schools. bedrooms and 2 baths ‘129.947 BAILEY'S GROVE CONDO * 2 bedrooms. 2 full baths and four season porch. Priced $5,000 below new. it sparkles like new $149,900. 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MVAprt 2, 2002 TK students enjoy serious fun, song and dance To celebrate the end of the semester the members of the Thomapple Kellogg Stu­ dents Against Destructive Decisions sponsored an as­ sembly with the QTMC (Quite Talented Microphone Controllers) who brought a serious message about not using drugs or alcohol and staying in school. Here the group demonstrates how 3 out of every ten students will be in an accident which is caused by someone drink­ ing and driving. Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ms! Even students and teachers could learn to cha cha Open <H<ntse to honor StauJJcr Kent County Veteran of the Year American Legion Post 305 i • 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia ■■I* a •! 77, 2002 ■ Sunday, April zuuz, 1x to 3 p.m f ’ Refreshments & hors d oeuvres w.ll be served^ The library is open regu­ lar hours during spring break. It is open today and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. un­ til 8 p.m. The library will be open on Wednesday and Fri­ day from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Ann Noah continues to lead story “half’ hours from 9:30 to 10 a.m. each Wednesday morning until the end of the school year at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. Clifford, the Big Red Dog Hirons-Bowerman to wed June 28 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) ’ dental care in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. and share stones songs and rhymes from Mother Goose at the second. The evening story hours begin at 7 p.m. Area poets should be writing furiously or care­ fully selecting their favorite poems. The Thornapplc Kel­ logg School and Community Library will be holding its second Poetry Jam on April 30. For more information about these and other library events, call 795-5434. Engagements K Christopher J. Hier, ♦ will be featured on April 10. Other April story hours will be on alphabet adventures and Curious George stories. This is a drop-in event which will include stories, songs, crafts and is appropri­ ate for children ages 2 to 4. For information about these and other activities at the li­ brary call 795-5434. Evening story hours will be held Thursdays, April 11 and 25. Francy Tobin will tell stories of springtime and rainy days at the first session \ITE' .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! The parents of Amanda Mae Hirons and James Edward Bowerman would like to announce their engagement. Mandy is the daughter of Mr. Kenney S Hirons of Wayland, MI, and Mr and Mrs William Nesbitt of Middleville, MI Jim is the son of Mr and Mrs Duane (Sonny) Bower­ man of Middleville, MI Both Jim and Mandy are graduates of Thornapplc Kellogg High School. A June 28, 2002 wedding is planned Call 945-9554 for ACTION ads. �The Sun and News. M»ddieville. ML April 2. 2002'Page 11 Local citizens warned about fraudulent sports posters The Kent County Sheriff Department has been inves­ tigating some local fraud cases that involved school district names without authorization. Over the past year, a man has been work­ ing the west Michigan area, implying he is representing a school sports program on sales of sport posters, with­ out the approval and consent of the school. A number of schools have contacted Detective Sgt. Mike Schuitema on this mat­ ter over the past week. His investigation and work in this matter has resulted in over $3,000 of restitution being paid. Two of the schools involved were the Thornapple Kellogg School District and Caledonia School District. Recent calls similar have come from the Kent City School District in northern Kent County as well. One such company that is legitimate, selling Sport Posters in West Michigan is “Sport Posters" run by Dave and Heather Hagenaur of Dewitt. Mich. Schuitema suggests that local business­ es need to check with the school districts to verify their involvement Businesses are encouraged to make sure the school or booster program is involved and has given approval for the sales­ person to use their name They should be asking to see if the person selling the advertisement space has a letter of approval and con­ tact numbers for them to call. Because matters are being worked out with restitution paid, the Kent County Sheriff Department is not releasing the name of the person involved. This matter re-mains under investigation by the Detective Bureau. Storage units target of thieves At least 10 separate stor­ age units at Harrison’s Ma­ rine and Storage on Gun Lake were entered by thieves who stoic a variety of items, including elec­ tronic equipment and tools, sometime last weekend, ac­ cording to Trooper Ray Vo­ losky. “Il’s a multi-storage unit pole building with 17 indi­ vidual units," said Volosky. “Several of the units were compromised by a subject When you retire, I can make sure you miss your job more than you miss your paycheck Social Security has certainly seen better times. Anti who knows what the future might bring. I can show you how to plan for a secure financial future, with or without Social Security. Call or stop by today for detafts “Drew’’ McFadden Cherry Valley Family Physicians Christopher Noah. M.D. & Douglas Sniendik. M.D Family practice specialists providing care tor patients of all ages, including obstetrical care. If you need a physician to care for you or your family, call today! 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Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission is still wrestling with the issue of home-based business/major and minor home occupation zoning issues. The commission took up the matter again March 25, but still has a way to go be­ fore revisions to the zoning ordinance can be aired for a public hearing. Residents may see a change in practice related to home businesses in the near future. Planning commis­ sioners would like to pre­ vent proliferation of com­ mercial activities in residen­ tial neighborhoods. Activi­ ties that in the past did not affect neighbors in a rural setting now create problems because the township is be­ coming more suburbanized. Home business exceptions are defeating the intention of the master plan to keep zon­ ing of certain activities in defined areas, and by default are making residential areas into commercial zones. In the past, a number of types of businesses allowed have been listed, such as telephone answering serv­ ices, upholstering, TV re­ pair, arts and crafts, dress making, woodworking, computer services, tutoring, Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7 03 p m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle and Mr Lon Myers Members absent Mr David Newman and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg The minutes of the February 26, 2002 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as amended The Clerk read results of the General Election held March 11. 2002 The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to President Myers and Trustees Kenyon, Lytle and Pullen ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved the invoices dated March 08. 2002 in the amount of $115.577 71 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Bray 2 Authorized the Village Manager to sign letter of under­ standing. thereby approved con­ tinuance of the WWTP Operation and Maintenance Agreement and increasing Monthly Lump Payment by 1 1 % on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon 3 Appointed Mr Pullen to TAPRC on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Adjourned the meeting at 7 46 pm on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday through Friday. 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Problems have occurred in the township where home occupation businesses have been housed in accessory buildings through a special use permit, and where they have expanded on the site and requested larger build­ ings. to be used for more storage or more activity, or excessive business vehicles and equipment which ends up in yards, with noise and traffic impacts upon neigh­ bors. Visual impacts and hazardous materials are an­ other concern. Businesses operated with special use permits for the accessory buildings has cre­ ated another problem, be­ cause the permit allowing the use has continued with the property. Problems have occurred where owners have split properties so less space and distance remains around the buildings originally per­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. April 3. 2002, at the Caiedonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO 9RDER/R0LL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) t*- ——► —► —* —► —► * ▲ ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS!!! , Thinking about those spring improvement needs? CALL... ' 15 Years A ♦ ARROW f HOMEIMPROVEMENTS Experience c.Windows < o Doors * i=> Siding For a Free Estimate mitted on the basis of larger acreage. Dettloff suggested limit­ ing some types of activities to larger parcels, where the effects are less. However, in Caledonia, people are build­ ing on small parcels in pre­ viously rural areas, so busi­ ness conducted in a residen­ tial area is more noticeable. Business activity also has increased as the business ex­ panded, increasing impact on the quality of life in the residential neighborhood. Commissioners would like to make changes in the future to: • Disallow home occupa­ tions using accessory build­ ings. or garages for business activities or for storage. • Require all business to be conducted within the walls of the residence. Stor­ age could not be outside. • Limit the amount of space for the business to less than 25 percent of the home area. If a residence is al­ tered, it must still have the character of a home. • Disallow non resident employees in home busi­ nesses. • Make home business permit renewal a require­ ment, probably every three years, to be reviewed by a zoning administrator. • Build in a review proc­ ess for permits and special uses connected to home oc- I Licensed ▼ A insured _ We feature the POLARIS Window and Door System X ▼ - ; 110% Off the Price of Your Entire Project | I WITH THIS COUPON-THRU THE END OF APRIL-Arrow Home fmpcowmwrts 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the March 20, 2002 Board of Trustees Meeting B. Correspondence Not Re­ quiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST 7. REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Ordinance - 2nd Reading Request by Allan & Diana Hudson to Amend an Approved Planned Unit Development (PUD) and to Rezone Property Re­ moved from the PUD to C2, General Business. Parcel #41.23.07.200 040 Property Commonly Known as 7105 Broadmoor Avenue B Ordinance - 2nd Reading Request by Jamie Wnght to Rezone Property from R-2, Medium Density Single Family to C-1. Neighborhood Business Parcel #41.23.02.451. (last 3 numbers to be assigned j Property Located North of 68th Street, East off WhrtneyvtHe Avenue. C. Motion - Contribution to the Community Survey 10. NEW BUSINESS A Appointments/Confirmatxxrs - To the Oversight Committee for the Cable Television Public Access Channel B Discussion - Regarding the Township Logo C. Discussion - Regarding Townsnip Cemetery Maps D Moeon - 2002-2003 Annual Community Development Block Grant Program Agreements 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT cupation businesses which would discontinue automatic renewals. Major changes in the use would be reason for denial of the permit. • Require business expan­ sions needing extra space or additional employees to move to a commercial loca­ tion. Hazardous materials requiring state or federal permits could be limited to commercial zoning. If not renewed a business owner could have twelve months to relocate. • Limit or disallow park­ ing of commercial vehicles, trailers and equipment in residential areas. Size could be a factor. • Eliminate off street parking and loading. • Activities which arc noisy, cause fumes, smoke, glare, other adverse effects, or create traffic disturbing the neighbors could be re­ quired to move. Dettloff said the term "reasonable" could refer to public expectation of what is customary. • The commission could require all permits to go through the planning com­ mission and a site review process with more specific descriptions of activities, types of materials, volumes and equipment on the site. If treated as a special use. a site plan could be required. The board could give the commission the authority to approve home businesses. If the pre-screening appli­ cation and plan were de­ tailed enough, the process time could be minimized for the commission. An al­ ternative of notices to all neighbors who could request a hearing could be another option. Many of the items the commission would like to pass raise questions of fair­ ness, There could be a fair­ ness issue with restricted parking of commercial vehi­ cles. where some people would be allowed to keep an employer's vehicle in their drive but a home business owner would not. Signs of six square feet are allowed generally, so how can they be disallowed for a business? some com­ missioners have asked. Sign content cannot be regulated. Dettloff said. Business traffic effects arc hard to determine. If customers come to the site there could be more traffic, but if someone works at home there could be less traffic, as compared to an average of 14 trips daily away from the average home. Resale is prohibited, but direct sales of handmade products could be allowed or restricted, but what about sales over the Internet that result in shipping? UPS traf­ fic can deliver as a part of mail order to a customer as well as to a business, and can deliver and pick up in the same trip to a business location. Enforcement of all these issues is a consideration. It was felt the zoning adminis- See home businesses, pg. 13 PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Middleville, Department of Public Works, will be flushing fire hydrants starting on Monday, the week of April 8, 2002, starting at 7:00 a m and continuing through the week until finished Residents may experience some discoloration, and or pressure difference while this regular maintenance is being done If you experience dis­ coloration, usually letting the tap run for a few minutes will dear it up The water remains potable during this process Thank you for your cooperation, if you have any questions please feel free to contact the Department of Public Works at 795-2094 314 NOTICE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT PUBLIC HEARING Request for Special Land Use Approval Monday, April 8, 2002 8:00 p.m. Community Center Meeting Room The Freeport Village Council acting as the Zoning Board of Appeals writ meet at toe above place and feme to hear com­ ments on toe Request tor Special Land Use Approval by Mum Manufacturing Co located at 312 County Lme Road. Freeport, Mtoh io expand the current operation of then manufactunng b««iness by enlarging toe budding and increasing toe number of employees and hours of operation Written comments may be sent to toe Village of Freeport P O Box 210, Freeport. Ml 49325, by Monday, April 8. 2002 Yvonne Aspinall Village Clerk 312 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml April 2. 2002 Page 13 Home businesses, from pg. 12 trator can only handle so many duties. It was felt the application process, or the special use process or a mechanism to review per­ mits periodically would give the township more control. Legal advice was thought to be needed regarding vari­ ous questions include liabil­ ity, related to the issues dis­ cussed. The commissioners worked on changes to the Planned Unit Development ordinance March 18. Pri­ marily they plan to recom­ mend that PUDs generally follow the underlying zon­ ing for that area. The PUD would be treated as an over­ lay zoning, which would al­ low variations. The commis­ sion would encourage the use of PUD zoning as a mechanism to give bonus densities to developments which meet criteria where open space and other impor­ tant planning features were incorporated. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week For Sun & News Action-Ads! YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN, AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON APRIL 9. 2002, COM­ MENCING AT 7:30 P.M AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCAT­ ED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD, MIDDLEVILLE. MICHI­ GAN. CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING: 1. ZBA 02-03-02. PARCEL ID. NO. 205-014-00; A REQUEST BY JAMES STODDARD. 3203 SANDY BEACH RD . FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF IMPROVEMENTS ALLOWED BY THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE. 2 ZBA 02-03-03, PARCEL ID NO 110-010-00; A REQUEST BY DAVID OETMAN. 2055 ARCHWOOD DR . FROM A VARI­ ANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF IMPROVEMENTS ALLOWED BY THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE 3. ZBA 02-03-04, PARCEL ID NO 130-018-00; A REQUEST BY ROGER AND PAM ROTTSCHAFER 1304 LYNN DR . FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE ROAD RIGHTOF-WAY AND LAKE FRONT SETBACK REQUIREMENTS OF THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE. 4 ZBA 02-03-05. PARCEL ID NO 125-017-00; A REQUEST BY LEE COOK, 1884 HERITAGE BAY BLVD . FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND ROAD RIGHT-OFWAY SETBACK REQUIREMENTS OF THE ZONING ORDI­ NANCE 5 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE. FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION DURING THE REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE PUBLIC MEETING SIGNED WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT the AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL S' I I I GERALD DUPONT, SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS I 310 RESOLUTION (02-003) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL FOUNDED ISH Cross-Connection Control Ordinance March 26, 2002 WHEREAS Section 1-6 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. as amended, permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordinance THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: An ordinance to amend the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001 as amended by amending Chapter 70 utilities Article II Water Division 2 Cross Connections, as fol­ lows: Sec. 70-71 Definitions Backflow means water of questionable quality, wastes, or other contaminants entering a public water supply system due to a reversal of flow Cross Connection means a connection or arrangement of pip­ ing or appurtenances through which backflow could occur Department means water department Public Water Supply System means a water system operated by a municipality which furnishes water to the public for house­ hold or dnnking purposes Safe Air Gap means the minimum distance a water inlet or opening above the maximum high water level or overflow rim in a fixture, device, or container to which public water is furnished which shall be at least two (2) times the inside diameter of the water inlet pipe, but shall not be less than one (1) inch and not more than twelve (12) inches Secondary Water Supply means any water supply that is not a public water supply and including but not limited to a water sup­ ply from ground or surface sources not meeting the require­ ments of Act 399 of Public Acts of 1976 (Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act), as amended, being sections 325 1001 to 325.1023 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, or water from a public water supply system which in any way has been treated, processed or exposed to any possible contaminant or stored in an other than approved storage facility or a pnvate water storage tank sup­ plied from a public water supply system unless it is designed and approved for potable water usage Any and all pnvate water storage tanks supplied from a public water supply system is included and must meet guidelines for approved potable water usage Submerged Inlet means a water pipe or extension thereto from a public water supply system terminating in a tank, vessel, fix­ ture or appliance which may contain water of waste, or other contaminant and which is unprotected against backflow. Water Utility means a governmental unit, municipal or private corporation, association, partnership, or individual engaged in furnishing water to the public for household or drinking purpos­ es. Sec. 70-72 Cross Connections with Public Water Supply System (a) A connection with a public water supply system shall com­ ply with existing laws, ordinances, codes and rules, including: (1) Act 266 of the Public Acts of 1929, as amended, being sec­ tions 338.901 to 338.917 of the Michigan Compiled Laws (State of Michigan Code) (2) The Village of Middleville, including this ordinance and all other sections of the Village of Middleville Code pertaining to plumbing, water supply and sewage disposal. (3) The Village of Middleville adopts by reference Act 399 of the Public Acts of 1976, as amended, and the Administrative Rules, Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act. (4) The Village of Middleville adopts by reference the Cross Connection Rules Manual of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Drinking Water and Radiological Protection Drvision, being sections R325.11401 to R325.11407 of the state administrative code. (5) The Village of Middleville adopts by reference the latest edi­ tion of the Michigan Plumbing Code. (b) Connections A connection with a public water supply sys­ tem shall comply with all state laws, local ordinances, state and local rules, including Act 399 of Public Acts of 1976, as amend­ ed, being sections 325.1001 to 325.1023 of the Michigan Compiled Laws and Act 266 of Public Acts of 1929 as amend­ ed being sections 338.901 to 338.917 of the Michigan Compiled Laws and R325.11401 to R325.11407 of the Michigan Administrative Code A cross connection shall not be made or be permitted to be made to a public water supply system (c) Inspection The water utility shall develop a program for the elimination and prevention of cross connections. As part of this program the water utility or its designated agent shall cause inspections and re-inspections to be made for cross connections to the public water supply system The frequency of inspections and re aspections shall be based on potential hearth hazards, as determined by the water utility or its designated agent to the pubic water supply system through possible cross connections (d) Access to Premises: A duty authorized representatrve(s) of the V.iiage of M>ddtoviBe may access the consumer's premises at ai' reasonable hours for the purposes of reading meters inspections rnatorg repairs or installing or removing any or ail appurtenances used rendering service to the consumer On request the consumer shall furnish the 'ecesentativeis) of tne Village of Mxxaevee any pertinent information regarding the p<xng system or systems on such property concerning water ser.ee to the consumer The refusal to supply such information or refusal of access when requested shall be deemed evidence of tne presence of a cross connection and a violation of this Ordnance ® Dtsconbnuance of Service The water utility is authorized to disconnect water service to the consumer after reasonable nobce tor violation of any of the rules and regulations of the department or toe provisions of this Ordinance or tor non-pay­ ment of all or part of a water bill, and to take such other precau­ tionary measures deemed necessary to eliminate any danger of contamination of the public water supply system from cross con­ nections or otherwise Water service to such property shall not be restored until the cross connection(s) have been eliminated in compliance with the provisions of this ordinance (f) Protective Devices: A consumer shall obtain written approval by the Village of Middleville of any proposed backflow preven­ tion corrective action or protective device before use or installa­ tion. All testable backflow prevention devices shall be tested upon installation and at specified penodic intervals the'ea ft er The water utility may require the filing of a backflow device test report, on a penodic basis or frequency established by the water department, for any backflow prevention devices used by a con­ sumer All testing and maintenance of consumer's backflow pre­ vention devices shall be at the consumer s own expense and be performed by a person or persons approved by the Village of Middleville. The individual testing the device shall certify that the results of his or her testing are accurate Such certification may be required to be part of the backflow prevention device test reports which may also be required to be filed with the Village of Middleville The Village of Middleville shall review backflow device test reports filed with the Village of Middleville, if any. haa been paid Reports for which a required review fee. if any. has not been paid and which have not been reviewed, will be treat­ ed for purposes of this Ordinance in the same manner as failure to file a report Failure to hie a report required by the water department may be deemed evidence of a cross connection (g) Cross Connection Program Fees The Village of Middleville may by resolution establish fees to be charged to consumers that are reasonably related to the services provided the con­ sumer by the Village of Middleville in the operation ol the pro­ gram for the elimination and prevention of cross connections Any such fees may be added to. and for the purposes of dis continuance of service, shall be considered part of a consumer** water bill. (h) Cross Connection Program Enforcement The Village of Middleville is hereby authorized and directed to discontinue water service to any consumer after reasonable notice to any consumer wherein any connection in violation of this ordinance exists and to take such precautionary measures deemed neces­ sary to eliminate any danger of contamination of the public water supply system. Water service to such property shall not be restored until the cross connection(s) has been eliminated in accordance with the provisions of this ordinance and the cross connection control program. Any person or customer found to be in non-compliance or vio­ lating any of the provisions of this ordinance or any written order of the Village of Middleville, after the compliance date given shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction there­ of shall be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 and not more than $500.00 per violation for each day the violation exists Each day upon which a violation of the provisions of this ordi­ nance shall occur shall be deemed a separate and additional violation for the purpose of this ordinance (i) Protection of Potable Water and Warning Requirements The potable water supply made available on the properties served by the public water supply shall be protected from possi­ ble contamination as specified by this ordinance and by the state and Village of Middleville plumbing code Any water outlet which could be used for potable or domestic purposes and which is not supplied by a public water supply system must be labeled in a conspicuous manner as 'water unsafe for drinking." (j) Piping Identification: When a secondary water source is used in addition to a public water supply system, exposed pub­ lic water supply piping shall be identified by a blue color or tags and all other exposed piping shall be distinguished from the pub­ lic water supply piping by a different contrasting color or tags and so maintained that the public water supply piping and sec­ ondary water supply piping can be traced readily in their entire­ ty If such piping is so installed that it is impossible to trace it m its entirety, it will be necessary to protect the public water supply system at the service connection m a manner acceptable to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Sec. 70-73. Severability This Ordinance and each of the various parts sections, sub­ sections sentences phrases and clauses nereof are hereby declared to be severable if any part section subsection sen fence phrase or clause is determined to be invalid or unen­ forceable by a court of competent jurisdiction rt ts hereby pro­ vided that the remamder of this Ordinance shall not be affected thereby and shall remain in full force and effect Sec 70-74—70-100. Reserved BE rr FINALLY RESOLVED That this Resolution be entered by the V.iiage Clerk mto the official records of the Village of MidctieviBe on this 26th day of March 2002 Moved by Bray supported by VandenBerg, to adopt the fore­ going Resolution YEAS Bray Corson, Kenyon Lytle Myers VandenBerg Pullen NAYS None I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meet •ng held on the 26tn day of March, 2002 Rhonda L. Fiak, Village Clerk Village of Middleville 313 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVApril 2. 2002 Proposed Alaska Hall sale issue unresolved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The question of the pro­ posed sale of Alaska Hall was raised again at the March 20 Caledonia Town­ ship Board meeting, and public opinion on the matter is being solicited, though nont was voiced at the meeting. The building is not up for sale now. No vote was taken by the board, but discussion by board members covered several issues. In an effort to get a return Supervisor Bryan Harri­ on its investment, the board son said the township- looked into finding tenants owned building requires an for the building, which led ongoing investment, and a to many of the repairs that substantial amount was in­ were done. The Little Lambs vested last year for upkeep Preschool occupied the and repair. Furnace repair of building with a lease agree­ around $9,000 was one ex­ ment. Harrison said the board pense. The building is used occa­ needed to look at both the sionally for township use. short term and long term in­ for occasional local public vestment in the building. Trustee Wally Bujak. at­ meetings, private events and tempting to represent citi­ for elections. Middleville Planning, Zoning Commision seat now vacant by Patricia Johns Staff Writer With the election of Char­ les Pullen to the Middleville Village Council, two village trustees were sitting on the Planning and Zoning com­ mission. but Dorothy Cor­ son has decided to resign from the commission. The village will accept letters until April 18 from village residents interested in completing her term. Vil­ lage President Uin Myers said he hopes to fill the posi­ tion at the April 23 meeting. Pullen, who was elected last month to the council. also will serve on the fi­ nance and recreation com­ mittees. Cheryl Meyers. Catherine Beyer and Lynn Steward were reappointed to the Planning and Zoning Com­ mission. Floyd Bray will continue to serve as president pro tern. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck reported on the progress of the Grand Rap­ ids Street construction. It is moving along, but some residents have been incon­ venienced. Grucsbeck also reported Spring Is Here! A What are your plansP 4 5^'2 Beach? Boating? * Camping? Fishing? Golfing? Family & Fun? Affordable Lawn Care can help you manage your lawn maintenance needs, so you have more time for summer. Affordable Lawn Care ♦Providing over 14 years of professional experience! ♦For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 or email: attoriable lawncare@botmail.com that the “Link Michigan” project will be coordinated with Kent County because of shared goals and business interests. Planner Geoff Moffat re­ ported that he will be meet­ ing with Jon Raymond at Tires 2000 to work out the entry way to the business on Arlington Court. The long­ term solution is to realign the intersection with M-37, but this will probably not happen until the former Getty property is developed. Moffat and developer Dave Dykstra also reported on High Ridge Crossings. Dykstra explained his plans for a 27-unit development, which he hopes to market to those ages 50 and older. He is planning two units which will be designed to be acces­ sible with wider doorways and other features. Residents Richard and Sue Reyff told the council, “We are disappointed in the turnout in the last election. We challenge you to reach out to more people to get in­ volved.” Myers thanked them for their concern and said “this is a great commu­ nity with great people.” In other business, Charlie Miller of Earthtech reported that nickel levels are down again at Bradford White, and he will be scheduling sludge removal in a few weeks. The next meeting of the Middleville Village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, in the village hall. 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She said Trustee Bill Bravata said the small size was not a fac­ he would be in favor of sell­ tor and did not feel the building would receive more ing "How much of the com­ use if it was larger. munity is able to use it." was Harrison acknowledged an issue to Consider, he said. the hall was an asset to the He said he would "like to people of Alaska as a gath­ take that money and apply it ering place. He pointed out to an asset that would give all township facilities are many more people the use of available, and the township those dollars, and a return to hall is used for public use. The fire barn is often used more of the people." Pat Snyder pointed out for meetings as well. He that the building is used for commented that perhaps the building was a luxury in view of the township’s lim­ ited resources and he leaned toward maximizing them if selling the building could achieve that. The issue has been raised in the past, but the building was not in good repair at the time, and when the subject was discussed before. Harri­ son said some thought sell­ ing it at a sacrifice would not be a good policy. The building has been up­ graded in the past using block grant -funds, which could require a payback. The exact terms are not know n and the board would need to do research on it. Harrison said. Residents with comments are invited to contact the board members at the town ship office, by letter or phone. 891-(X)70. TK Board of Education expects only 2 new hires by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education learned March 25 that the district will be hiring only two new full-time teachers for the next academic year. One new teacher will be hired at the eighth grade level to make sure that the class size in eighth grade stays within the contract limit of 30 students per class. Several of the seventh grade classes are above the 30-student level. Middle School Principal Mike Spahr said he sees the projected class size at 244. In seventh grade this year, there was no flexibility for additional stu­ dents. The person will be hired in the language arts area to teach the reading classes. Superintendent Midge Pippel is recommending the addition of a half time per­ son in media technology at the elementary level. This will bring the district into compliance with North Cen­ tral Accreditation require­ ments. Susan Brummel is now a reading specialist and is a half-time media specialist. The media specialist will be­ come a full-time position which means the reading specialist will need to be re­ placed. The district will hire an additional half-time special education teacher at the ele­ mentary level. The district will have to replace some retiring teach­ ers, including a third grade teacher, a vocal music­ teacher and a physical edu­ cation teacher at the middle school. Additional teachers may retire before the end of the year. Pippel said, “This is the fewest new hires we have had to make in several years." The next regular meeting of the Thornapplc Kellogg Board of Education will be Monday. April 15, at 7 30 p.m. in the Thornapplc Kel­ logg School and Community Library. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 2. 2002/Page 15 IK Science Olympiad team 6th in regionals Taking second place were Jennifer (left) and Ashley Ballard in Chemistry Lab Piccard Another third place was earned by Kaleigh Depew and Sarah Freeman in Cow-A-Bungee Nick Roskam (left) and Chns Harkness brought back a third in Robot Ramble Students from Middleville placed second or third in a number of events at the an­ nual Michigan Region 10 Science Olympiad March 16 at Kellogg Community Col­ lege. High school and middle school students from six counties gathered on the KCC campus for the event. The teams from Portage Central High School and Holland Christian Middle School took first place in the Olympiad. Second- and third-place winners in the high school division were Holland Christian High School and Allegan High School, re­ spectively. Second- and third-place winners in the middle school division were Wayland Union Middle School and Harper Creek Junior High. The top two teams in each division will participate in state competition later in the spring at Michigan State University. Placing second in individ­ ual events were: • Jen Piccard and Ashley Ballard. Thornapple Kellogg High School, for Chemistry Lab. Placing third in individual events were: • Kaleigh DePew and Sarah Freeman, Thomapple Kellogg High School, for Cow-A-Bungee. • Tricia Nelson, Nick Roskam and Melody Wel­ ton, Thornapple Kellogg High School, for Mission Possible. • Nick Roskam. Thomap­ ple Kellogg High School, for Robot Ramble. • Jessica Julius and Brent Joyce, Thomapple Kellogg High School, for Sounds of Music. TK's Science Olympiad Team finished in sixth place out of a total of 13 teams at the regional competition. “A super effort was made by the entire team!” coach Tim Shaw said. Five teams medaled in the individual competition. This year’s Thornapple Kellogg Science Olympiad team members are Justin Linsea, Dwain Reynolds, Joel Jones, Roger Thomp­ son, Levi Harold. Danny Thompson. Corey McClain, Stacey VanderWerp. Jen Burks, Sam Harthy, Gina Niemchick, Jordan Rock, Veronika Villa, Shannon Westmaas, Jennifer Piccard, Ashley Ballard, Kaleigh De­ Pew. Sarah Freeman. An­ drea Bouma, Chris Hark­ ness, Tricia Nelson. Kevin Ehmry. Nick Roskam. Jes­ sica Julius, Brent Joyce and Melody Welton. Shaw said, “Congratula­ tions on another outstanding Science Olympiad season!” There was no Thomapple Kellogg Science Olympiad middle school team this year. 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The current two-tiered construction by Peters Con­ struction is making some residents feel that they live on an island from which there is no escape. Part of the construction Grand Rapids street is a gravel road during this stage of construction has meant the removal of some trees within the road right of way. This can be very shocking to a resident whose tree was in front of the house in the morning, only to come home from work to find it cut down in pieces on the lawn. The village has tried to notify residents when streets and water have been shut off due to the construction but D<£D Open house planned for Dave Stauffer An open house will be held for Caledonia resident Dave Stauffer who was se­ lected as the Kent County Veteran of the Year on Feb. 9. The open house will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Post Home on Sunday. April 7 at 9548 Cherry Valley SE in Caledonia. Refreshments will be served. 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The climbing wall is made of plywood, consisting of IM) removable, washable "rocks.” According to Burd, the students will get used to where certain rocks arc and the easiest way to travel along a panel. You can tell which ones arc used the most just by the discolora­ tion on them after several uses. After three or four weeks, the "rocks" arc removed by unscrewing a large bolt and put in the dishwasher. They can then be reconfigured on the board, as each panel has 50 different holes. "That way we can move the rocks that arc mostly used," said Burd. The stu­ dents will then have to fig­ ure out a new pattern to get across the panel. The "rocks" are different shapes with different hand­ hold configurations. "There’s not one rock that’s the same," said Burd. "All the rocks are different and can be moved to differ­ ent panels." But is the wall safe? The wall is not very tall, ap­ proximately seven feet. Students are not allowed on the wall without supervi­ sion, plus they must have thick mats underneath should anyone take a tum­ ble. The mats that were ort dered with the wall also * have special loops in the top that a bar goes through. The mat covers the rock climb­ ing wall when not in use and V is locked in place to protect T the wall itself and for safety reasons. Burd is adamant about safety with the students. He runs through all safety procedures before he al­ lows anyone to step foot on the wall. When two kids jumped off the wall from only a foot or so above the floor, Burd immediately stopped the climbing and made it clear that if anyone should do that again, there would be no more rock climbing for the offender. Though the students thought the wall was easy at first. Burd kept them guess­ ing each time they had a turn on the wail. First they had to climb the wall part way up and touch all the stones around them. Next, he had them traverse their panel to the right, then the left. Then they had to travel to the adjoining panel. He was still hearing comments like. "This is so easy." and "I can do this, no problem." Then he gave them a harder challenge: They had to travel across their panel without touching any yellow stones. Thats when he started hearing a few groans. It got a little harder, but it was still fairly easy. When the last student was down, he threw them a real challenge. "OK. now I want to you travel across your panel without touching any of the yellow or green stones." After he listened to their good-natured complaints. Burd explained to them that each panel was set up so that the task could be ac­ complished and they could do it. Did the students accom­ plish the task he set before them? Of course! Along with smiles of triumph and more than a few comments. "This is sweet!" "Look at me! Ooh, this is hard!" "Its cool," said Kevin Mills. "And it’s hard." "I did it!" cried Kevin Packer after the no yellow or green stone session. All of the students are fourth-graders at Caledonia Elementary. What exactly does Burd hope to accomplish with the climbing wall? "We’re advocating the ‘New PE,’ and it’s part of it," said Burd. He is referring to what Western Michigan Univer­ sity calls The no more were evidenced in these par­ ticular students' effort, fol­ lowing directions, actively participating and definitely positive anitudes. Tom Taylor of Tom Tay­ lor Designs of Maryland planned the wall. Taylor was assisted in installing it by Burd and Tom OConnor. Principal Cheryl O'Connor's husband. Though Burd is an in­ sured builder himself, the school chose to go w ith Tay­ lor’s company for this first wall because of the large amount of liability insurance he carries. After having helped and seeing how Caledonia Elementary fourth grader Nick Bying­ ton is thrilled with his ac­ complishment on the rock wall dodgeball PE. Students are encouraged to use their life skills and their own athleti­ cism in the “New PE”, as opposed to being afraid of athletics. Almost any parent in the Caledonia school system is familiar with "life skills." They are the abilities being instilled into the children through their school work and play. Cooperation, re­ spect, effort, etc., are just a few. Burd believes that the rock-climbing wall will pro­ mote team work, coopera­ tion and problem-solving skills. He said he was im­ pressed that they all starting helping each other (without being told) by shouting di­ rections and encouragement to the climbers. He didn't even have to mention other aspects that ACTIONS and reach over 11,000 area homes. Caledonia Physical Education teacher. Dan Burd, safety spots Amanda VanLaar for her first time on the wall as he demonstrates safety pro­ cedures to other students "SETTIIV THE PACE” • COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR • STOP! Is Your vehicle Ready for Spring? SERVE ✓ CHECK LIST... Call 945-9554 for Sun & News (From left) Shannon Basarabski. Holly Durkee and Alyssa Petz take their turns on the new rockclimbing wall at Caledonia Elementary. sturdy the wall and its com­ ponents are, should any fur­ ther walls be built in the dis­ trict, Burd now feels confi­ dent that he could accom­ plish it with help from oth­ ers. The total cost of this par­ ticular wall, through Taylor designing and installing it, plus the special mats with the locking mechanism, will be approximately $5,300. Is the wall worth the time and effort? Holly Orlowski probably says it best — "Hey! This is fun!" 45,000 Mile warranty P155-8OR13 P165-8OR13 . P175-80R13 P185 8OR13 P175-75R14 P185-75R14 . 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Saturday 8-2 �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville, MIApni 2. 2002 Scot, Trojan track teams split season opener The Caledonia and Mid­ dleville Thornapple-Kellogg track teams split the first track meet of the year last Wednesday at Caledonia, with the Caledonia boys and the Middleville girls emerg­ ing victorious. The Caledonia boys’ team opened the season with a 82 1/3-54 2/3 win over the Tro­ jans. Tim Ross took three indi­ vidual firsts with a 2:05.2 in the 8(X) meters, a 4:28.2 in the 1600 and a winning time of 9:43.3 in the 3200 Jeff De Blaay won the high jump at 6 feet even and the long jump at 18-9. Nick deVries won the high hurdles with a time of 17.8, Jim Haisma won the 300 intermediate hurdles with a time of 45.4, Seth Temple won the pole vault at 13-0, and James Anderson won the shot put with a throw of 43-9 1/2 The 3200-meter relay team of Joel De Blaay. Pat­ rick Spitzley. John Hekman and Tim Ross won with a time of 9:08.0. and the 1600-meter relay team of Tyler Sinclair. Chad Maxlow. John Kernan and Nate DeWitt won with a time of 3:49.4. The Caledonia girls’ team lost to Middleville 70 2/3-65 1/3. Taking first places for the Lady Scots were Tiffany Radaz in the shot put (30-11 1/2), Angie Maxey in the high jump (5-0), pole vault (6-6) and long jump (14-5), Erin Mitteer in the high hur­ dles (16.9), Becca Busfield in the 800 (2:45.3). and Shannon Pleva in the 200 (29.9). The 800 relay team of Tiffany Radaz, Shannon Pleva, Samantha Pleva and Erin Mitteer won in 1:57.3, and the 400 relay team of Korin Hollinshead. Jenna Geers. Shannon Pleva and Scots outshot the Squires 61. At 14:07, senior mid­ fielder Kelley Jackson scored unassisted, and eight minutes later, fellow senior midfielder Ashley Frazier scored off a cross from jun- PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Former Western Michi­ gan University basketball coach Bob Donewald has spent nearly 40 years pass­ ing on information to young athletes. Last Wednesday, at­ tendees of Middleville’s boys’ basketball banquet were privy to Donewald’s vast and varied experience as he shared some compel­ ling stories, reflections and advice with the Trojans. Middleville ThomappleKellogg coach Kurt Holzhueter was thrilled Done­ wald was able to address the gathering. Donewald lives in the area and attended some ior forward Brooke Hendry. Caledonia outshot Calvin 5-3 in the second half but couldn't finish any of its chances. Senior goalkeeper Hannah Cooley had four saves to notch her first shut­ out of the season. “Carlie Sanxter led the defense with her quickness and ability to slow down Calvin Christian’s attack,” Caledonia coach Kate Selke said. “Kelley Jackson played very well, leading our team with six shots.” No games are scheduled during the spring break. The Lady Scots (1-0) return to action next Monday. April 8, at Mattawan. JV Report The JV soccer team played Calvin Christian to a 0-0 tie last Wednesday. Keeper Josephine Oblinger earned her first JV shut­ out, and sweeper Carly Farver had a great night and made some important plays. Rachel Buckner and Deanne Warner both made some outstanding moves to set up offensive opportunities. 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That’s pretty cool.” Moving around the room, Donewald addressed each The Michigan State Po­ lice Hastings Post is still in­ vestigating the cause of a fa­ tal traffic crash that occurred at about 7:23 a.m. Saturday, March 30, at the intersection of Cherry Valley road and Green Lake Road in Thor­ napple Township. Killed was Dean Stuart, 66, of Middleville, who was driving south on Cherry Valley when his vehicle was struck on the driver’s side by the westbound vehicle driven by a 29-year-old Wyoming (Mich.) man who failed to stop at the signed intersection. Both Stuart and his wife were taken by ambulance to Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings. Mr. Stuart then was flown by Aeromed to Spec­ trum Health in downtown Grand Rapids where he died from a multiple blunt force injury to the abdomen Sun­ day, March 31, at about 3:55 a.m. The driver of the other ve­ hicle was taken by ambu­ lance to Pennock Hospital, where he was treated and re­ leased. All occupants were wear­ ing seal belts. Alcohol is be­ lieved to be a factor in this Call 945-9554 J Don’t Forget the Popcorn... team separately and directly, telling players to be grateful to those around them, like their parents, who have helped them to succeed, and encouraging them to address their future, whether in bas­ ketball or out. with a plan and with purpose. All the while. Donewald illustrated his points with stories ranging from his time as an assistant under Bobby Knight at Indiana University to his ties with NBA players and programs. He focused on handling adversity when things don’t work out the way you had hoped, point­ ing out the crucial missed free throw by Duke AllAmerican Jason Williams in this year’s NCAA tourney and the Trojans season-end­ ing loss to Lakewood in the district playoffs. Donewald confessed he was angry when the Trojans lost that game, which showed he had grown to care about the team over the season. “It’s real impressive to be able to speak with someone who has such vast knowl­ edge of the game,” Holz’ hueter said. “There isn’t a basketball situation that he Middleville man killed in Saturday accident Offer good at Caledonia location £xp*w0$sn42 Pnxtucl Id.SunAd Middleville hosts a relay meet April 10 at 4 p.m. TK eagers wowed by Donewald movie outpost fflovie Outpost turns to action at 4 p.m. on April 9 at Hastings, while Erin Mitteer won in 55.8. Lady Scot soccer blanks Calvin Christian 2-0 Caledonia’s varsity girls' soccer team kicked off its season with a 2-0 home win over Calvin Christian last Wednesday. Both of Caledonia’s goals came in the first half as the Middleville results were unavailable. Caledonia re- for classifieds accident. On Friday, March 29, Pe­ ter Tenhoff of Middleville was hospitalized following an accident at 76th Street and Broadmoor Avenue in Caledonia. He was driving north when his car was struck by teenager Paul Vin­ cent, 16, of Byron Center. Vincent, driving east­ bound, did not stop at the sign and was ticketed for failing to yield. Treated and released was Vincent’s fa­ ther, Matthew, who was in the front passenger seat. doesn't have an immediate answer for. and it’s great to have someone of his stature share that with players at our level. “It’s beyond my imagina­ tion that he's not a head coach right now. He is a proven recruiter and a high integrity person, and he’s undoubtedly one of the best basketball minds in the country.” Donewald’s coaching ca­ reer spanned 36 years, the last 11 of which were spent as the head coach of the Broncos (1989.2(XX)). He began with a nine-ycar stint at St Joseph High School in South Bend. Indiana, then spent five years as an assis­ tant coach at Indiana Uni­ versity under Bob Knight, a span that included an unde­ feated season and the 1976 NCAA Championship. After 11 years as the head coach at Illinois State, he moved on to WMU. where his 1998 squad won the MAC ( ham pionship and upset Clemson in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Donewald is still involved with the game in a number of ways, including consult­ ing, broadcasting, and fol­ lowing the coaching for­ tunes of his son Bob Jr., who is in his first year as an assistant with the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” iuklrn.t < 4 tin wiximk ii( ftuiulx-s Mt stvin(* nxnry with AirtinOwncri Ittwirjncc ft < ttin/ hi me and rrahJc Imnc protect* <i COA, Health Dept, contd. from page 9 velopment Authority. The board adopted a resolution of intent to create such an authority to promote revi­ talization and redevelop­ ment of environmentally distressed areas in the county. • Listened to Commis­ sioner French say that the M-37 Corridor Ad-hoc Committee has leaned that funds for local highway im­ provements are likely to be available from the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion. Because of the organi­ zation that has been done by the committee and govern­ mental units in the M-37 corridor area, he said Barry has a “good shot at getting money.” rlexiie payment pU» and "*Ni, Problem" daan service. FRANCE FIRST jmo fdu 'mi Stna BOB NICOLAI, President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Mtodkmlle Ml 49333 (414) 49 1-4404 414-794-1444 T.M W«« (444) 744-1144 F«x (414) 791 1914 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 2. 2002/Page 19 Automotive Child Care Garage Sale 1985 FORD RANGER: 2 wheel drive, 4 cyl., five speed. Asking $900 obo. Call (616)672-7167 evenings. 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Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards * Custom Rubber Stamps * Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings Teresa Venton ference (SLIAC) rival Blackburn. Coach Renny Walker, who also directed the Mac women’s tennis program two decades ago, is excited about the opportunity to lead the Lady Highlanders once more "At first, you would think that a lot has changed since I coached here in the early 1980s," Walker said. ’How­ ever, we were competitive then and, with a little effort, we will be competitive now. This should be a fun sea­ son.” Three Lowell/Caledonia skaters named to All-Conference team GET 8X10 "’”$^98 ENLARGEMENTS ®T * * | * ' * Teresa Venton, a 2001 graduate of Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg High School, is a member of the 2002 Lady Highlanders ten­ nis team at MacMurray Col­ lege in Jacksonville, Illinois. Venton is a freshman ma­ joring in deaf and hard of hearing/teachcr education at MacMurray, a private, fouryear liberal arts college. She is the daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Mid­ dleville. MacMurray starts the 2002 campaign today with a match against St. Louis In­ tercollegiate Athletic Con- (he 616.945.9105 Gra OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 Lowell/Caledonia varsity hockey players Jeremy Stein. Austin Hunt and Eric Austin were recently named to the Third Tier All-Con­ ference Team for the 200102 season. Stein, a senior goalie and one of two Caledonia stu­ dents on the 2001-02 roster, was named Honorable Men­ tion All-Conference. In his second year as a player on the varsity team. Stein saved 84 percent of the shots he faced in conference play. “I truly enjoyed coaching Jeremy because he has such a wonderful attitude about hockey and about things outside of hockey," said Lowell/Caledonia coach Paul Jacobus. "His goaltend­ ing kept many of our games close and we will miss him next year." Hunt, a senior at Lowell and team captain, was a First Team All-Conference selection following his first season on the team. As a de­ fenseman, Hunt scored 11 goals, assisted on seven oth­ ers, and was an imposing defensive force for the entire season. "Austin was a great addi- tion to our team this year, and he brought a lot of play­ ing experience and leader­ ship to our team," said Jaco­ bus. "He is definitely one of the best players in this league and is very deserving of this honor." Lowell junior Eric Austin, the 2001 varsity MVP, was given Honorable Mention All-Conference honors fol­ lowing a successful season as the team’s first-line cen- ter. Austin scored 10 goals and assisted on four others. "Many people who watch (our) hockey games would not guess that Eric has only played the game tor four years," said Jacobus. "It s amazing how far he has come in such a short period of time. He had a great un­ derstanding of the game and he always works hard to de­ velop his skills to the next level." TK’s Yeazel earns All-State recognition Middleville ThornappleKcllogg senior Brian Yeazel received Honorable Mention All-State basketball honors in Class B for his efforts on the hardwood this season. The senior forward was probably the best player in Barry County this year and definitely its deadliest shooter, lighting up the op­ position by shooting 59 per­ cent from the field and 52 percent on threes. He aver­ aged 20.2 points, 8.7 re­ bounds, 2 assists and 2 steals. Yeazel was also a firstteam All-Conference and All-Barry County selection, and was named'third-team All-Area. Teammate and fellow senior Chris Finkbcincr, another All-Conference and All-County selection, received honorable-mention All-Area recognition. Call 945-9554 for classified ads � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-04-09.pdf a0af8c672f8274cc4954a26abac0a2ba PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBRART * The. ’ll III II ill illii 0M0W00 F , irraRY HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRAHY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 1 . ” — S CHURCH ST .^c^^lttSTINGS Mi 4905L— iNeiDs Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131th year MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 15/April 9, 2002 IK superintendent candidate interviews this week by Patricia Johns Staff Writer David Watson will be the first to face questions from Thornapple Kellogg School Board members as they search for the best candidate to be the school system’s new supcrintcdcnt. The person selected will succeed Midge Pippel as su­ perintendent, who is retiring at the end of this school year. Watson's interview is set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 10. John Kingsnorth will be interviewed the same night, beginning at 7:40 p.m. Interviews have been set for the TK Middle School li­ brary Wednesday, April 10, Thursday. April 11, and Fri­ day, April 12. Each inter­ view will be 90 minutes long and all candidates will be asked the same questions. Kevin Konarska and Thcrcsc Peterson will be in­ terviewed Thursday. The fi­ nal interviewees will be Su­ san Bolton and Michael Jazzar Friday. The interviews are open to the public and if there is Susan Bolton Michael Jazzar John Kingsnorth Kevin Konarska Therese Peterson time some questions from the audience may be screened and asked. Gene Young from the Michigan Association of School Board Superintendent Search Serv­ ices, says that the format should allow each candidate time for a concluding state­ ment as well. Interviews begin at 6 p.m. each evening with the sec­ ond interview beginning at 7:40 p.m. Brief reviews of the six candidates, based on their resumes, are listed be­ low. All six candidates are from Michigan. Bolton of Bath. Mich., is superintendent of the Bath Community Schools, a posi­ tion she has held since De­ cember. 1994. Jazzar. Ph.D., has been the superintendent of White Pigeon Community Schools since 1994. He is also an ad­ junct professor of educa­ tional leadership at Western Michigan University. Kingsnorth, who also holds doctorate, has been su­ perintendent of the Romeo Community Schools since 1995. Previous to that he was superintendent for the Otsego and Deerfield Public Schools. Kevin Konarska is cur­ rently the assistant superin­ tendent for personnel with the Forest Hills Public Schools. Peterson, a Ph.D., of Oke­ mos has been superintendent of the Webberville district since 1995. Previous to that she was a principal in the Forest Park Schools in Crys­ tal Falls. Watson of East Leroy has been the superintendent of the Athens Area Schools since 1999. Previous to that he was a principal at Sturgis High School and Marshall Middle School and taught for the Sturgis Public Schools. All six candidates detailed their experience with per­ sonnel, budgets and commu­ nity involvement in the re­ sumes they submitted during the search process. Since se­ lecting these six, members of the TK board have been talking to references and preparing the final list of questions for the first inter­ views. The board will discuss how to setup second inter­ views. It could be that one candidate may stand out or the board may decide to do follow up interviews. Young explained that second inter­ views will allow the board to focus on certain issues and the questions do not need to be the same for each candidate. Caledonia Plan Commmission splits on 2 accessory building requests Barry County 4-Hers Zachary Castonguay and Tiffany Tietz are shown here with State Senator Joanne Emmons. Barry 4-Hers send 2 from area to meet with state legislators Barry County 4-Hers met with state legislators in Lansing March 10-13 to ex­ plore how they and other policy-related groups deal with issues of criminal sen­ tencing, schools, wildlife management and agricul­ ture. These four issues topped the list of concerns ex­ pressed by the 101 young people and adult chaperones attending the 2002 4-H Capitol Experience, the an­ nual 4-H citizenship and leadership educational expe­ rience. Barry County had two 4H members and volunteer leaders sene as state dele­ gates. Zachary Castonguay from Freeport and Tiffany Tietz from Middleville. 4-H Capitol Experience participants explore the is­ sues they choose from the perspectives of community See capitoi experience, pg. 2 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer One of two special use re­ quests for accessory build­ ings that came before the Caledonia Township Plan­ ning Commission April 1 re­ ceived recommendation for approval to the Township Board. The other was post­ poned. Joe Doody gained ap­ proval for his project at his residence on 100th Street, where he wanted to build a 1,760-square-foot building capable of accommodating four horses. He said, how­ ever, that at present there was only one horse. The barn would be sided with ce­ dar and would be 300 feet from the road. He said he would not need a larger building any time in the foreseeable future. The building would be continued along the same roof line if ever needed, he said. He lives on a parcel of nearly 20 acres. No one commented dur­ ing the public hearing, but he documented support by neighbors. Four of the five neighbors own horses, he said. Doody said he had one split available with the prop­ erty. Conditions attached to recommendation were that the building never be used for commercial purposes, that if the parcel was split, the accessory building would be sold with the house to be recorded on the deed, and that if the land was split, screening of the barn could be a requirement. Tim Davis, who brought a much more ambitious plan to the commissioners was somewhat surprised by the details required in order to get approval, and will no doubt experience some de­ lay in his plans to build. The request was for a 15,000-square-foot addition to an existing 2,400-square- foot barn to total around 18,(XX) square feet in all. Davis wants to pul up a 20 x 60 meter riding arena, the amount of space needed for the kind of riding done by his wife and daughter. The stable they had used in the past had been purchased by another owner and would no longer accommodate them, which created their need for the facility. There would not be any future commercial use, Davis said. Horses arc already graz­ ing on the property and the arena would not add to the amount of waste generated. The arena would not be visible from any other prop- See accessory buildings, pg. 15 In This Issue... Caledonia Twp. Board to pay for part of survey Middleville planners hear about new State St. building Bradford White reopens traffic access route Middleville-Caledonia spring sports coverage inside �Page 2/The Sun and News, MkWIeville. MUApnl 9. 2002 TK, Caledonia teams make Odyssey of the Mind state finals Capitol experience, from page 1 organizations, lobbyists/advocates, legislative staff members and government agencies — all groups that take policy-related action to address the issues. The teens were also matched with mentors dur­ ing their visit, including judges, court personnel, criminal attorneys, political reporters, lobbyists, legisla­ tive staff members and attor­ ney general's office staff members to experience how professionals function in the daily course of their work. Delegates can now apply what they learned at 4-H Capitol Experience to make a difference in their local communities. Both Tietz and Catonguay were chosen to attend the 4H Capitol Experience by the 4-H Awards committee, a part of the Barry County 4II Advisory Council. They also received scholarships from 4-H Advisory Council to attend. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. Both plan to complete projects for the 2002 Barry County Fair. Tietz’s project will focus on how teens can get involved in passing for bills with state representa­ tives and state senators. Castonguay’s project will focus on ways to get bills written for the legislators. Tietz said. “1 enjoyed Capitol Experience very much and had a lot of fun. I met new people and got to listen to people's views on several issued through de­ bates. 1 got to pick classes that were of interest to me. I visited a veterinarian and listened to his experience of visiting Ireland and working with cattle that had foot and mouth disease. I also got to visit the MSU Greenhouses and learn about current re­ search with several different plants. I feel this experience will help me with my civics class in school. 1 plan to share this experience with 4H members in my 4-H club." Castonguay said, "I en­ joyed attending Capitol Ex­ perience. I learned about hunting laws 1 will use when I go hunting. My favorite part of Capitol Experience was the Legislative Break­ fast. I got to meet state rep- resentatives and state sena­ tors and discuss current is­ sues with them. For exam­ ple. we discussed oil drilling in the Great Lakes and envi­ ronmental issues like log­ ging ' Many of the young people who visited Lansing indi­ cated they are now more in­ terested in pursuing govern­ ment careers than they were at the start of the program. "At the beginning of the week when we asked teens how many of them wanted to be an elected official or work in a government posi­ tion, only 15 percent ex­ pressed an interest." said Judy A. Ratkos, associate 4H program leader and event coordinator. "When we posed the same question on the last day of the event. 42 percent of the participants said they would be inter­ ested in either running for public office or working in a government position." Along with breakfast and personal visits with their state legislators, participants used mock debates to exam­ ine all sides of the issues. Michigan 4-H Youth De­ velopment is part of Michi­ gan State University Exten­ sion Children, Youth and Family Programs. Annual Alto Fireman’s Pancakes, eggs, sausage & pure maple syrup . J " milk & coffee -4 2 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT! Donations at the door K Aprt) 5-ftWjun., at the Alto Fire Station 3Pndio Redken Nioxin Alterna by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Four teams from the Cale­ donia School district and three teams from the Thor­ napple Kellogg School dis­ trict will travel to Traverse City this Saturday to com­ pete in the Odyssey of the Mind state finals. Times for the long term solutions of these teams are listed in pa­ rentheses. The finals will be held at Traverse City Central High School and Northwestern Michigan College. More than 3.000 team members. coaches, judges, volunteers and spectators are expected to celebrate creativity. Two Caledonia teams will compete in the Division I (elementary grades) compe­ tition in the Chameleon. Teams from Kettle Lake Elementary (9 a.m.) and Caledonia Elementary School (3 p.m.) will com­ pete against 17 other teams from around the state. These teams had to de­ sign, build and operate a ve­ hicle that, like a chameleon, changes appearance as it travels to three team created environments. The Chame­ leon team from Caledonia High School competes in the Division III level against eight other high school teams. The Omer’s Earthly Ad­ venture team (9:20 a.m.) from Thornapple Kellogg Middle School competes against three other teams. In this problem the solution must include a performance about environmental preser­ vation. The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School (11 a.m.) Center Stage Division II team competes against 15 others. The teams will pre­ sent a performance based on a work of classical literature. Paul Mitchell Matrix Pevonia Salon. Inc. Elite Odour Superb Stifle Vie would like to celebrate our sixth month anniversary with the community that made us a success! - April 20, 2002- 30% OFF All Retail! The teams had to create a stage set. dance and playbill as part of their performance. The Caledonia High School (2:36 p.m.) Center Stage Division III team competes against eight oth­ ers who scored high at the regional competitions in March. The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School (10:40 a.m.) Ostrich Factor Division II team vies w ith 12 others to present the best humorous performance based on a character that when it hides its head, becomes and re­ mains invisible until its head reappears. In addition to presenting solutions to these long term problems, the teams com­ pete in "spontaneous” com­ petitions which may include a verbal, hands-on or verbal and hands on problem which they do not know about in advance. The first and second place finishers in each problem will advance and represent Michigan in the World Od­ yssey of the Mind finals at the University of Colorado in Boulder May 22-26. Freeport Historical Society garage sale will be all week by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Freeport Historical Society will have a garage sale all this week to help raise funds for restoring its building. The sale will be from noon until 5 p.m. today. April 9. through Saturday. April 13. There will be an assort­ ment of items for sale in­ cluding books, household items, baskets and even Christmas ornaments. Colleen Smelker invites those who love garage sales to come visit and go “on a treasure hunt.” The sale will be held at the Historical Society’s building at 127 Warren St. The building has been closed for the winter and this is a good way for people to get a look at the building. Smelker invites people with great family recipes to submit a recipe for a cook book they will be creating. The society is also looking for school photos from the Freeport school of from the one-room school houses that once ringed the Freeport area. The society also is look­ ing for copies of photos of service men and women from the Freeport area for a special display they are planning. Information about mem­ bership in the Freeport His­ torical Society also will be available at the sale. Individ­ ual memberships are $10 and a family membership is $15. The next meeting of the Freeport Historical Society will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. May 7, at the building at 127 Warren St. in Freeport. ‘Cinderella’ auditions set for May 4 & 6 Caledonia Community Players' auditions for a cast of 30 of various ages for "Cinderella" by Rogers & Hammerstein will be held at 1 p.m. May 4 and at 7 p.m. May 6 at Caledonia High School Cafeteria. 9757 Duncan Lake Road. Auditions will include singing, acting and dancing. The choreographer will be present to select dance company, though most cast members will participate in production numbers. Performances arc June 21, 22, 28 and 29. For more information, call 891-8117. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News Action-Ads. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 9. 2002/Page 3 CHS Players to present Neil Simon’s Tools’ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School Players will present the Neil Simon comedy “Fools” at 7.30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Satur­ day in the CHS Performing Arts Center. The play, directed by Carole Rahn and student di­ rector Shari Bergy, is about the small, make-believe Russian town of Kulyenchikov that was put under a curse 200 years ago by Count Gregor, who rendered the inhabitants of Kulyenchikov totally and com­ pletely stupid. A young schoolteacher. Leon Tolchinky. is sent there to educate Sophia, a young, beautiful, and in­ credibly unintelligent young lady. In an attempt to break the curse, Tolchinsky has 24 hours in which to educate Sophia or he becomes just as stupid as any of the town people. Cast members as Kulyenchikov citizens in Neil Simon’s hilarious “Fools" being presented by the CHS Players. (Photo by Carol Shrewsbury) Leon Tolchinsky, played by Bram Reynhout, is on a mission to educate the young, beau­ tiful and completely unin­ telligent Sophia Zubritsky, played by Cassandra Fortin, to break the 200year-old curse of Count Gregor On his way to Sophia's house, Leon meets some of the inhabitants of Kulyenchikov, such as "Something Something Snetsky," and Yenchna the vendor who tries to sell flowers while claiming they arc fish. The cast of “Fools” in­ cludes Bram Reynhout as Leon Tolchinsky. Cassandra Fortin as Sophia Zubrit­ sky. Jared Mejeur as Dr. Zu­ britsky, Samantha Pleva as Lenya Zubritsky, John Scranton as Count Gregor Yousekevitch. Russ Marzean as Snetsky, Jon Greene as the Magistrate, Andrew Bifulco as Slovitch. Bridget Ryan as Mishkin. Samantha Nemecek as Yenchna. An­ drew Perry as Borus and Amanda Danielson as An- Contempo Salon fildbsuahu Spiinq and ouh iLh CbinwafaaAi/! 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(Golda) Emily Norman and (Tevye) Tim Cercia, Tickets are $5 for adults. $3 for students and seniors. Reserved seating is avail­ able. Tickets are now on sale. Call the box office at (616) 891-6207 for more in­ formation and ticket orders. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads 3. FREEPORT. Setting on nearly 1 acre this cozy 2+ bedroom home features main floor laundry, attached garage, detached garage workshop and much more! Thomapple-Keilogg schools Call Bill at our Hastings office $75,000 4. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS! Tms immaculate home features 3 bedrooms 3* baths, master suite, cathedral ceilngs, blonde maple cabi nets, underground sprinklers, deck and much, much mote! Call Karen $175,900 5. GUN LAKE • SUPERB! Stunning custom built 2 story lo­ cated n exclusive area of Gun Lake Great room has wet bar and fieldstone fireptace Kitchen features tile floor, solid surface countertops and hickory cabinets Sun room with beveled glass Deluxe master suite Double bonus room off bedroom. Ail with 76 feet of private lakefront Call Al $449,000 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE. GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. IIASTINGS OFFICE 149 U. State St. (616)945-5182 �Page 4-The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 9. 2002 Caledonia Twp. Board to pay lor part of survey by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday voted to pay $2,500 for a commu­ nity survey requested by the Caledonia United for Well­ ness through Aquatics (CUWA). The survey is expected to 29 years, 11 mm LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A l.itdng Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday Schixil . ................... 9 30 a m Morning Worship .10 45 a m Evening Praise 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 60th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian P Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M UM I I Y CHURCH a place to belong ..a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9:30 & 11:00 a m. Youth Ministry..................... 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev. Michael Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denns Bounui. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart far our I'ommmtty and the world" Sunday Worship 9 .V) a m and 6 00 p m tChild A Adult) (Dunng the School Yeari Rev. R. Serf (tree* way. Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tienteyer. (onunututy ( ailing Church Office (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH be completed by the Win­ field Group, a firm which works with the YMCA. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son placed conditions, ask­ ing that the study include questions about a public li­ brary. and that the township be given the right to approve the questionnaire language in exchange for participa­ tion. and finally that the cross data be provided to the township. Harrison said the informa­ tion is of benefit to the com­ munity. He said there were still places adjustments could be made to the budget To determine whether the contributed to the study, in­ community desires or can cluding the schools, the par­ support a Y. a survey is ent-teachers associations, done which the YMCA usu­ the CEF and the village. She said the study to be ally recommends. Wilder, speaking to town­ paid for would not be only ship officials March 20. said about a pool, but would an­ there was a lot of commu­ swer questions about many nity support for the YMCA. community interests and de­ She said there is great inter­ termine w hich are wanted to est in a teen center, a senior be included in a YMCA fa­ center, rehabilitation, a rec­ cility or not. The survey reational facility, day care, could lend information to after school care, which the each of the separate initia­ Y could do with its staffing tives. and inform the politi­ and programs to pull people cal units in the township whether there is an advan­ in from the community. Wilder explained that sev­ tage later to work together eral community sectors have or not. CoiTirtiMmtpof C^ri$f Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St., near Whrfneyvite Ave Church School. Sunday 945 am Praise Singing 1050 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m. Wed Fellowship 7:30 p m Sunday Morning Worship . .8 30 a.m A 11 a.m Sunday School for All Ages 9:45 a m Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service........................ 6:30 p m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday 6 30 p m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6 30 p m Youth Fellowship - Sunday 6:00 p m Pastor Uovd DeVormer, Sr KAY TOTXSFM) X'OHMAX KNOW. tanctatc 891-8028 • e-mail leightonGiserv net FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHIRCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody . Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pavtor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School . Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Ufcrk Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9 45 a.m. 11 00 a.m 6 00 p.m . 6 45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship....................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School......................... 11 00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a m. Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6.00 p m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 GHje ©lb ®itne ^Eletljobist QEfjiird) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting . .7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Rrv P Adams PAonr 891 -8440 12300 Wm M 179 Highway (Chef Sonrtn Road) WaytedL Ml 49 Ug • 79S-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Rdoaa Messages Dyeamtc Muuc Quality OmM Carr aid Programs Phone 891-9259 COMMUNITY CHURCH Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www'.peacechurch cc Camput fui GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHI RCH Witop Hoars 900 am aud 10 M)am rod Seance Redeemer Convenant Church —Lighting Up Uves for God— Worship 9:30 am Worship Service 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m (Jr. Church at 1100 oaiy) Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Care atidaNe throughout ihc okxamg Ro Noonan Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Oftkc 616-891 8669 /Fax 891-8648 www cakdomatunc erg Sunday School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nursenj available Barner Free www iserv net ' - stpaul _______________ Office g91-3633______________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave.. Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10 00 a nr (Jr Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Christian Education 9 jO am Middtevie Morning Worshp Sunday School (Jr rtgh 4 Adults) Nursery • Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evenrg Jr High - Grades 6-8 Wed Evenrig i 100 am 945 am 1100am 6008 00 p m 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 7959266 WAYFARER^ CHURCH An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Hour 1190 am Wednesday Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship Finding the Way Together! J Family Night S:4S-890 pm Pastor Paul M H.iinun Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616^9M001 irdetmertnscrv.net wwwredeemenmtnant ur^ A utuAa <d dr E HMprixji Quutnrf Chwdta rfiKni Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our neb site www wayfarercc.on WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 25® V me Street M 37 to Emmons to V me i At One With Others" 300 AM 930 AM IlOO AM Traditional Service............ Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service COMMUNITY Sunday A CALEDOMA fl”UNITED METHODIST April 14: “Being + (Missouri Sgnod) 34th and Kraft -- Caledonia UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Oitr mile east of Whitneyvtlle Rd St Pad Lutheran Church Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. to pay for the study. A quar­ terly budget review is planned in the near future. Ellen Wilder and Tim Perkins have made contin­ ued appeals to various po­ litical jurisdictions in an at­ tempt to raise funding just for a survey to determine public support for a pool site. The survey was to cost $30,000 and the group has to date raised $25,000, Wilder said earlier, and based on that amount, the YMCA is willing to go ahead with its survey, ex­ pecting the balance to be forthcoming. Lakeside 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Corr»mun»tv Churcn A Piece far Faouh A Friends 6201 WhstDexwiffc Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Ctxacmgcxvv Wantop Sunday School far All Ages 9 30am 10 45 a m Evcat&g Worship t- 00 p m Pastor'Roger Buitman • Church Office <*8-0391 ww w lakcudaoaraniumty org SiilrtCt Hfvk< Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer :Ho»y Comnunton 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion WedneK^y 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 785-2370 or S46-9327 Vicar - Rev David T. Hustwick I IC|XC| 8546 WMneyvie Ave * ^8661 ‘‘The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is lord” Meeting at CalecSonia High School Smxry School 930 am Stnday Momng Worsrrp 1030 am tAeetng a» chape on Whrtneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrsg worYvp 6 00 pm Aed ‘.vtween Praye 3 Bcte Study 700 pm Sev ’Njros Sk/ys »opor. -rev <or,3a5ncr Asjoc Pastor *ec®te whflneyvteooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIApnl 9, 2002/Page 5 Dr. Noah to speak at GFWC meeting Evans to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Bob and Anna Mae Evans of Middleville will cele­ brate their 50th anniversary on April 12. 2002. A fam­ ily camping trip this summer will honor the occasion. The couple are the parents of Steve and Shar Evans, Forrest and Donna Evans, Russ and Linda Evans. Marsh and Kim Evans and Becky Evans. Grandchildren are Arnie, R. Scott, Brittany, Chelsea. Taylor and Kyle Evans; Josh. Jenny and Brian Har­ mon. Engagements this area to practice in the same area as his father. Dr. Melvin Noah. Undergradu­ ate studies were from the University of Michigan in chemistry, he attended Wayne State University Medical School and per­ formed his residency in fam­ ily practice at Mid-Michigan Medical Center at Midland. Dr. Noah is affiliated with the Michigan State Medical Society. American Medical Association. American Academy of Family Physi­ cians and the Society of Teachers of Family Medi­ cine. Anyone in the Gun Lake The topic of his presenta­ Area are welcomed to at­ tion will bring informative tend, lunch reservations are and useful information to suggested. Call Frances area residents. Mlynarcheck. Home Life Topics of club business Department Chair, at 792takes place before the pro­ 2230 or Fran Leonard, vice gram. These include: president, at 795-8731 for • Scholarship Fund-raiser information and reserva­ Update: Art Exhibit; tions. Dinner/Theater of May 9. A Noah and wife. Ann. have $20 donation and reserva­ three children. He was born at Pennock, grew up in Mid­ tions required. The Mid­ dleville attending Thornap- dleville Village Players will present “Seance at Yankee ple-Kellogg High School and has chosen to return to Springs.” Contact Harlene Dr. Chris Noah. Cherry Valley Family Practice in Middleville, will be the fea­ tured speaker at the Wednesday. April 10. meet­ ing of the General Federa­ tion of Women’s Club (GFWCj-Gun Lake Area at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Marsh Road. Gun Lake. “Depression and Meno­ pause” are the topics Dr. Noah will address. The pro­ gram is sponsored by the Home Life Department and will follow the 9:30 a.m. business meeting. • Operation Smile spring Kok at 792-5638 or Bev silent auction and bake sale Grashuis at 672-7424. • Update on the recently will take place. Goal for this relocated GFWC Gun Lake event is $400. Contact Linda Lending Library will be Rough at 792-2380. • Bring UPC Spartan La­ given by Gloria Cunning­ bels. Weick’s Foodtown ham. Library Chair. cash register receipts and • Final reservations for GFWC Michigan State Con­ Campbell soup labels for re­ vention due in Thursday. funding. • Bingo prizes for resi­ April 11. Convention is in April at the Dougherty Ho­ dents at Sandy Creek Nurs­ tel. Clare. Contact Marjory ing Home will be collected by Marilyn Finkbeincr. Richards, president. Contact Marjory Richards, • Signup sheets will be available for USA Turkey- club president at 795-3969; ville outing with GFWC- Fran Leonard, vice presi­ Hastings Women’s Club dent. and publicity chair at or Frances scheduled for October. Cost 795-8731 is $30 for turkey dinner and Mlynarcheck. home life de­ partment chair, at 792-2230. “South Pacific” play. • Canned and boxed foods Anyone in the Delton. Mar­ for spring food baskets will tin. Middleville. Shelbyville be collected for delivery on and Wayland areas are wel­ comed to attend. Tuesday. April 16. leusHve HAIR DESIGNERS Tanning Specials! Caledonia students helps during ‘break’ Ahrens-VanKampen Longstreet-Johnson Thomas G. Ahrens and Charlotte T. Faulkner of Middleville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Verena to Todd Alan VanKampen. son of Jack and Phyllis Price of Hastings. The bride-to-be is a 1994 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg. The groom -elect is a 1994 graduate of Hastings High School. They both work at Bradford White’s. A June 8th wedding is planned at Tyden Park in Hastings. The couple will reside in Plainwell. Stuart and Robin Long­ street of Bryon Center an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Alissa Wen­ dy. to Timothy Mark John­ son, son of Janet Johnson and Bill and Michelle Johnson, all of Middleville. The bride-to-be, also of Byron Center, graduated from Byron Center High School and now attends Western Michigan Univer­ sity. The groom-elect. of Middlleville. is a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and will graduate in May from the United States Air Force Academy. Tim will then be stationed at the Pentagon. A July 12, 2002 wedding is planned. Can 945-9554 for classifieds Central Michigan Univer­ sity sophomore Jenna Ben­ nett of Caledonia spent her spring break helping others. Bennett worked with the homeless at the Boston Rescue Mission. She is the daughter of Robert and Rhonda Bennett of Caledonia. A graduate of Caledonia High School, she is majoring in broadcast and cinematic arts and journal­ ism. More than 100 CMU stu­ dents worked in Alternative Spring Break settings March 2 to 10 across the United States and in other countries, said Shawna Ross, coordina­ tor of CMU’s Volunteer Center. Students worked with a variety of social issues, including drug addiction, cancer, world hunger. HIV/ AIDS, youth and poverty, education and diversity, domestic violence, home­ lessness. the environment, and domestically and inter­ nationally with Habitat for Humanity. Destinations included New Jersey. 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Mich. presented bq David Garrett “The Safe-Money Guy" The Mid-Michigan Group 126 S. Michigan, Hastings S&inner iviit be sewed i/nmediatehf {Mewing wezkslwp Dave Garrett To request tickets: Call 1 800 381 1659 Limited Seating! Ticket Needed! �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Apnl 9, 2002 STAND dance benefit local families, TK seniors The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Students Taking a New Direction or­ ganization is planning a dance al the Middle School from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 12. Proceeds from the $2.00 per student admission will go to help local families when the group participates in the annual “Adopt A Family” project through Love, Inc. The middle school stu­ dents will also have a raffle for T-shirts and a special ef­ fort to help support the after graduation party for TK high school seniors. Some of the high school seniors, girls and boys, will be attending the middle school dance. Middle school students will be able to pay $1 to dance with one of the seniors. Middle school students will definitely get to see if high school seniors arc bet­ ter dancers than middle school students. STAND is a program for middle school students to help them learn to make bet­ ter decisions. At the high Dean L. Stuart BARLOW LAKE. MID­ DLEVILLE - Dean L. Stuart, age 66. of Barlow Lake. Middleville, died Sunday, March 31. 2002 at Spectrum Health. Butter­ worth Campus in Grand Rapids. Mr. Stuart was bom on Sept. 26, 1935 in Hastings. MI. the son of Ralph and Ora (Yeiter) Stuart. He was raised in the Freeport. Ml area and attended schools there, graduating in 1953 from Freeport High School. Mr. Stuart has lived primari­ ly in the Hastings. Freeport and Barlow Lake areas. He was married to Carol A. Brooks on Aug. 20, 1955. He served two years with the UA Army Medical Corps. His 34 years of ser­ vice in hospital purchasing Marion M. (Smelker) Karrar Rebekah Raymond and Travis Young are just two of the members of Students Taking a New Direction working on plans for a dance at the middle school on April 12 -Reality- You Died Last Night! In 15 minutes your family is due in my office to ask what you have done to provide for them! What am I to tell them? Please call me to talk about your life insurance. The Lynn Denton Agency ■I* FARM BUREAU K.O- INSURANCE 1-800-443-5235 4695 N. M-37 Hwy. Middleville, Ml 49333 616-795-1670 began in 1957 when he was responsible for Hospital Purchasing Service’s large warehouse and the shipping and receiving of medical/ surgical supplies. He left in 1963 to work as a sales rep­ resentative for Continental Hospital Supply, later mak­ ing his way into the health provider environment of St Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids as a purchasing agent. In 1967 he moved to Lansing where he served as purchasing director for Sparrow Hospital. In 1971 he joined MHA Hospital Purchasing Service and in 1998 retired as president/ CEO of the company. His memberships and activities included: member Hastings First United Meth­ odist Church. Master Free- ill N. Mam St. Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-2005 school level the program is Students Against Destruc­ tive Decisions (SADD). Nancy Young, advisor to the STAND group, praised the middle school students for their community service and commitments to other students. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings Caledonia Community Preschool Registration for Fall 2002 begins April 9, 2002 Fours must be four by October 15, 2002 Three-day sessions: S350 per semester Two-day sessions: S265 per semester GRAND RAPIDS Mrs. Marion M. (Smelker) Karrer, age, 93, of Grand Rapids, passed away April 2, 2002 at the Luther Home, Grand Rapids. She is survived by nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter C. Karrer and her parents, Orvin and Anna Smelker. Funeral services were held Friday morning, April 5, 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Pastor Tony Sikora officiated. Interment was in Bowne Center Cemetery, Alto. Memorial contributions may made to the Luther Home of Grand Rapids or the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Middleville. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Doris E. Schnurr GRAND RAPIDS - Doris E. Schnurr, age 75, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord on Monday, April 1, 2002. She was a life-long mem­ ber of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Caledonia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Madge Ruehs and her broth­ er, Nelson Ruehs. She is survived by her husband, William Schnurr, her sister, Genevieve and Philip Datema; her brotherin-law, Edward Schnurr; and many nieces and nephews. She will be missed immensely by everyone that had the opportunity to have her in their life. Funeral services were held Monday, April 8, 2002 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Pastor Robert Gerke offici­ ated. Interment Holy Comers Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contribu­ tions to St. Paul Lutheran Church. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). port Masonic Lodge, volun­ teer Barry County Habitat tor Humanity, founding member Michigan Association of Hospital Purchasing and Material Managers, member National Association of Hospital Pur­ chasing Management, recip­ ient of Michigan Health and Hospital Association's high­ est honor “The Meritorious Service Award" in 1998. long-time Boy Scout Mas­ ter. enjoyed play ing softball in his earlier years, bowling and snow mobi ling. a devot­ ed husband, father, grandfa­ ther. enjoyed especially the many family activities at Barlow l^ke. Mr. Stuart is survived by his wife. Carol; daughters. Deb (Larry) Winkler of Hastings. Teresa (Bruce) Bylsma of Grand Rapids; son. David (Kathy) Stuart of Middleville; six grandchil­ dren. Evan and Kyle Wink ler. Brennan and Ryan Bylsma. David Stuart. Jr . Melissa Stuart; sister. Betty Cullen Johnson of Hastings; brother. Ralph “Bud" (Caro­ line) Stuart of Midland; brother-in-law. Robert Con­ ley of Kalamazoo; nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister. Loma June Conley Sen ices were held Friday, April 5, 2002 at Hastings’ First United Methodist Church. Rev Kathy Brown officiated. Interment at the Freeport Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Hastings First United Methodist Church at Barry County Habitat for Human­ ity. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Threes must be three years old by August 1. 2002 Gary Scott, DDS Two-day sessions: S265 per semester Classes begin September 9. 2002 AM. 9:00-11:30 a.m. P.M. 12:30-3:00 p.m. Accepting new patients A non-refundable $35 enrollment is required to secure your place in class. Call the Caledonia Resource Center office at 891-8117 _____________ for more information___________ ______ New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News Middleville. MIApnl 9. 2002'Page 7 TK library planning story hour Bradford White reopens events, poetry jam this month traffic access route stories, songs and rhymes from Mother Goose. The evening story hours begin at 7 p.m. Area poets should be writing furiously or care­ fully selecting their favorite poems. The Thomapple Kel­ logg School and Community Library will be holding its second Poetry Jam April 30. The youngest poets, through eighth grade will read at the library from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Hig school age and adult poets are invited to read at the Midtown Cafe beginning at 8 p.m. Poets can read three po­ ems or for five minutes. For more information about these and other library up for jobs. by Patricia Johns The application allows events, call 795-5434. Staff Writer Since January students at students to say why they TK Secondary Page Elementary School would be good for certain have been exploring the jobs, list their experience and evaluate their grades Lunch Menu world of work as part of their career exploration pro­ and school and bus behav­ Wednesday. April 10 ior. ject. Chicken noddle soup Students also had to pro­ Students filled out job ap­ w/grilled cheese on a bun or plications and have been vide references. Job descriptions for eve­ cheesy burrito, celery sticks working doing the morning w/p. butter, pears-n-jello. announcements, assisting in rything from art room assis­ milk. the library, helping in class­ tant to recycle bin helper Thursday. April 11 rooms and even keeping the were available. Comstack or Hot Pocket, Fifth-graders will get an birthday board up to date. broccoli w/cheese. pineap­ Teachers working on the in-depth look at careers dur­ ple. milk program find that lunchroom ing the career days on April Friday, April 12 assistant and recess monitor 24. 25 and 26 when doctors, Pizza or fish sticks, baked arc not the most popular lawyers, carpenters, chefs beans, fresh apple, milk. jobs. The response from stu­ and more come to school to Monday, April 15 dents was overwhelming talk about the education Footkxig hot dog on bun with more than 300 (of the needed for various careers. or hamburger on a bun, fresh 435 in the school) signing fries, pears, milk. Tuesday, April 16 Pizza burgers or breaded C&K Business Services chicken on a bun. com, fresh watermelon, milk. prepares individual income tax Clifford, the Big Red Dog will make a visit to the Thortiapplc Kellogg School and Community Library from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday. April 10. This very friendly and very large dog will be fea­ tured in stories read by Ann Noah. Other April story hours will be on alphabet adventures and Curious George stories This is a drop-in event that will include stories, songs, crafts and is appropri­ ate for children ages 2 to 4. For more information about these and other activities at the library, call 795-5434. The first of the April eve­ ning story hours will be held Thursday. April 11. Francy Tobin will tell stories of springtime and rainy days. 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Ph: 616-891-5789 612 E Main Caledonia, Ml 49316 MOVIE OUTPOJT by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Some road construction troubles have been eased in Middleville this week as Bradford White reopened its access drives to allow local residents to detour around Grand Rapids Street con­ struction. Bradford White had closed its drives and routes through its parking lots be­ cause of high speed traffic and concerns about liability. Over the Easter weekend the road was virtually im­ passable due to the rain and snow on Friday and Mon­ day. Bradford White agreed to the request by the Village of Middleville after the village agreed to install speed bumps. This alternate route around the Grand Rapids Street reconstruction will be open at least until Friday. April 12. Village Planning Admin­ istrator Geoff Moffat said at the Village Planning Com mission meeting April 2 that. “The worst of the con­ struction will soon be over. It was complicated by the county beginning work on Whitneyvillc at the same time." CRAFT SHOW Barry Expo Center 3 Barry County Fairgrounds April 13 Call 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! FREE PARKING FREE ADMISSION Lunch. Available AN IRA TO FIT ANY LIFESTYLE At Hastings City Bank, we know that different people have different financial goah That’s why we offer a full range of IRAs available to make sure that you’re alway prepared for the future. Chwse the investment option that best fits you from mutual funds, stocks and bonds', or FDIC insured CDs and Statement Savings Have questions? Call us at any office and we’ll provide you with the information you need to make the best choices for your lifestyle. 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MI Apnl 9, 2002 Psychologist pleads no contest to assault A licensed clinical psy­ chologist who offers anger and aggression management counseling at his Grand Rapids practice was himself recommended for anger management by his own at­ torney, Daniel R Rhodes, in Barry County Circuit Court last Thursday. Dr. John Aninas Abraitis. 52, of Yankee Springs Township, entered a no con­ test plea Thursday to one count of felonious assault for allegedly slapping his neighbor with a 12-inch “diving” knife last Sept. 30 in a dispute over the neigh­ bor’s dog allegedly defecat- Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 ing in Abraitis' yard. The victim had told police that Abraitis had entered his property making threatening remarks and then slapped the neighbor with the side of the blade. After the alleged attack, the victim called police and then snapped a photograph of Abraitis standing in his yard with the knife, accord­ ing to a report by the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. “Mr. Abraitis told troop­ ers he was holding a garden­ ing tool,” said officers. “But troopers were able to find a large diving knife in some potting soil.” In a plea agreement with the Barry County Prosecu­ tor’s Office, Abraitis could be granted a one year, de­ FORMAL AFFAIR? layed sentence on the felony charge after which time the charge would be dismissed if he is successful under the terms of probation. “He will have an anger management assessment.” Rhodes told the court. Abraitis has advertised in a neighboring newspaper that he operates a practice at 2525 East Paris SE and that he is a fully license clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of counseling expe­ rience. Abraitis is free on $1,000 personal bond awaiting April 18 sentencing date. Jenison man sentenced in theft at vet’s office Jeffrey Saunders, 18, of Jenison, pleaded guilty in Barry County Circuit Court to breaking and entering the Hart Animal Hospital in Middleville and stealing cash. He was ordered to serve six months in jail with credit for three days served and to pay $1,500 costs, $1,615 restitution and to serve two years on probation. Saunders said he and his co-defendant were looking for the controlled substance Ketamine, but finding none, stole money instead. Dress in style- ...with the right tuxedo that you can rent *5.00 Off Corsage *15.00 and up with Tux Rental BARLOW FLORIST Scout Troop 105 is growing Members of the Mid­ dleville Boy Scout Troop 105 are excited about a year full of growth and accom­ plishment. Seven boys have made the transition from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts, two boys are working on or have finished their Eagle Scout projects and members of the troop have worked with other local organizations. Recently boys worked with the Middleville Lions Club on the club’s annual chicken dinner. Some of the proceeds from the dinner will help the troop replace their equip­ ment trailer. The boys are working on plans for the summer. The troop meets at the Mid­ dleville United Methodist Church. Theft reported in Caledonia DESMONDS Formalwear and The Kent County Sheriff’s Office responded to a prop­ erty theft call at US Golf Cars Inc. last Thursday morning. According to police, a Accessories and Christian Bookstore 109-11 West State Street Hastings. MI 49058 TKT 945-5029 Computer Charging - We honor all major credit cards number of carts, with the combined value of approxi­ mately $6,000, were re­ moved from the premises. At this time it is not known when the alleged theft took Yankee Springs water tower meeting slated The proposed water tower in Section 19 of Yankee Graham Aqua Borne ^Ceramic v' Coatings Springs Township will be discussed in a public hearing on Wednesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. in the Yankee Springs township hall. Representatives from the engineering firm of Flies and Vandenbrink will dis­ cuss the plans, options for paying for the tower and an­ swer concerns of residents. Call 945-9554 for ACTION ads place. Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area is encouraged to call the Kent County Detective Bureau at 336-3125. In Memory of Adam William Dipp January 31. 1982 April 12, 1999 YtMerday ts a vacred room incur heart Where memories are kept, until Today needs to borrow them We rniw you more and more everyday Love. Dad & Mom THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION F """$4.o6Toff PER GALLON on I GRAHAM CERAMIC PAINT & CERAMIC PRIMER Our Hometown Charitable Organization COUPON GOOD THRU 4/30/02 • MUST PRESEATT THIS COUPON • EXCLUDES SALE ITEMS Mullets Boys from Troop 105 helped make the March 24 Lions chicken dinner a success Full Service Paint & Wallpaper Shop Sales. Rental, Custom Tinting MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. Service • Service • Service 227 E MAIN ST • CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 For scholarship and charitable gift information. please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 616-891-9171 Hours: Monday - Friday 7 - 6. Saturday 8 1 tktaef @ hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 9. 2002/Page 9 GVSU fill dean's list has 34 area students Thirty-four area students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semes­ ter at Grand Valley State University. To achieve the honor, stu­ dents were required to earn at least a 3.5 grade point av­ erage with a minimum of 12 cording to their home towns, were: • Alto — Brooke S. Berends. Matthew C. Bushman. Jennifer R. DeVormer. Pat­ rick W. Gavin. David J. Kowalski. Donna Meekhof. Meghann J. Phillips, Kim­ berly M VanSprange. Christine A. Welton and Courtney L. Wiersum. • Caledonia — Shannon R. Antvelink. Lori K. Baker. Hillary A. Beuschel. Sarah E. Born. David N. Capestany. Sumer M. DeKorte. credit hours of graded coursework. The students, grouped ac­ La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 28, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. IjiLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vcrmont- ville. Clarksville and the (ion For more information Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, about La Leche League and with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficul­ ties." All women who are YMCA Camp Mamtoubreastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ Lin located in Yankee feeding arc welcome to at­ Springs Township, is now tend the meetings. Babies accepting registrations for and toddlers also are wel­ •spring horseback riding pro­ come. The group also has a grams. All nding programs lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, emphasize safety, fun. build­ child development and nutri- ing self-esteem, and are its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. YMCA horseback riding programs start April 22 When you retire, I can make sure you miss your job more than you miss your paycheck Social Security ha* certainly *een better time*. And who know* what the future might bring. I can show you how to plan for a secure financial future, with or without Social Security. accredited by the Certified Horsemanship Association. The next session of Western Riding Lessons begin Monday. April 22. Little Wranglers is designed for 5- and 6-year-olds. Riding lessons for beginners and higher levels are offered for ages 7 and up. Group lessons and private lessons are available. Other riding programs include public guided trail rides over 120 acres and Girl Scout merit badge programs. To schedule a trail ride or for more information about riding lessons, or merit badges call the YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin office toll free at 1-888-909-2267 extension 227. Heather A Duffield. Stacey E. Graham. Karla J. Marks. Tristan M. McMannis. Karen S. Miller. Audra L. Nelson. Daniel J. Pluger. Benjamin A. Riecks, Re­ becca L. Roosien. Katie J. Ullery and Jenifer J. VanWyngarden. • Middleville — Brad B Bowman. Ruth N. Caton. Ashley M. Gustinls, Cynthia J. Htler. Raymond S. How­ land. Bobbie A. Rckis. Jenna N. Shook and Tcra R Tasma. Unforgettable Ireland & Journey to the South Pacific ... are the stars of our Tour Show to be held at The Travel Store in Middleville on May 7, 2002—Tuesday from 7-9 p m. Come and see videos showing both destinations in living color. See the friendly faces of our Irish cousins as they wel­ come us home to Ireland in 2002. Australia, New Zealand & Fuji will be our Grand Tour of 2003. Collette Representative will be present to answer questions and tell of his experiences on his recent trip to Australia. He has first-hand knowledge of the Land Down Under. We will have refreshments Zu and door prizes. RSVP. to 616-795-1606— oc £ space is limited. Directions— M-37 just north of Middleville, o CD in North Town Mall. £ y ‘Tve Got Mine” Program Call or stop by today for details. ............... sponsored by Metropolitan Hospital The “I’ve Got Mine” Program promotes the importance of maintaining good health and having an annual check-up with a physician. Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9165 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Suite E, Caledonia, Ml 49316 Bus. 6164911173 Toll Free 6664911173 www.edwardionos.coui UwntMMSPtC Edwardjones Reading Month over but not forgotten Reading month is over but the excitement ot read­ ing is not. Be sure to check out next week’s Sun and News for details of how many books were read, min­ utes spent reading or how many students were “caught reading" by their teachers. Don’t be left out - attend the screening and be able to say “I’ve Got Mine!” T Community Health Screening Date Saturday - April 20, 2002 Location Metro Health Caledonia Plaza 8941 North Rodgers Court, Caledonia Some things are meant to be a certain way. Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. Time 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost: $10 per participant FREE to the first 100 participants No appointment necessary • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the way insurance should be The health screening includes: • cholesteroVHDL screening *................ • body fat percentage • blood pressure screening • glucose screening • a 17-page personalized health report Metropolitan Hospital www. metrohealth. net z �Page 10/The Sun and News. MtddleviHe MVApnl 9. 2002 Kalamazoo Symphony travels to Hastings by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The lure of the sea will be featured during the Kalama­ zoo Symphony Orchestra performance on Saturday, April 20 at Central Audito­ rium. The 7 p.m. perform­ ance is sponsored by the Thornapplc Arts Council. Children through high school are free when accom­ panied by a paying adult. “1 am really excited about this opportunity for Hastings residents to see the Kalama­ zoo Symphony’s new music director Raymond Harvey without having to travel. We really hope that local music teachers encourage families to attend. “TAC director Rose Heaton says. In “From the Sea” the symphony under the direc­ tion of Raymond Harvey will perform familiar works which will bring the scent of f^GEtHBOA^O the Casino Express! Join our Gaming Group for day trips to Z LITTLE RIVER AT MANISTEE on z Saturday, June 15, 2002. ■/ „ Cost: $45 per person (due with reservation) and X TRAVERSE BAY CASINOS on \ September 21, 2002 Cost: $50 per person (due with reservation) Pick-ups at Travel Store Office, North Town Mall in Middleville MATCH PLAYS FROM EACH CASINO Call 616-795-1606 to reserve a seat • Sponsored by The Travel Store of Middleville I ,' P CALL TODAY-SPACE IS UMITED<>X(/ < Pajamas will not S' sea air to land locked Hast­ ings. The concert will open with the Russian Sailor’s Dance by Reinhold GliEre. followed by the Hebrides Overture by Felix Mendels­ sohn. Excerpts for Ludwig van Beethoven’s symphony No. 6 will continue the theme. The end of the first half of the concert may have con­ certgoers waltzing in the aisles to Johann Strauss’ “On the Beautiful Blue Da­ nube.” Following the intermis­ sion the Overture to the Merry Wives of Windsor by Otto Nicolai opens the sec­ ond half. The scherzo from Men­ delssohn’s Symphony No. 3 serves as a bridge to the stir­ ring Victory at Sea by Rich­ ard Rodgers. This symphony perform­ ance is an excellent way for families to introduce chil­ dren to an orchestra per­ formance. There is no charge for children (through high school) to attend the concert when accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets are $12. TAC members, senior citi­ zens and college students with identification pay only $10. In the past the Grand Rap- I I I I I ___ — — 1 SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I ---- OPEN HOUSE---I Sunday, May 14 • 2-4 pm CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 Hard-to-find 2 story home, nes­ tled on 2.3 private acres with woods and open land. Fenced area for kids or pets. Cozy wood burning fireplace in family room and full finished basement. $174,900. Call John McCleve. Smith-Diamond Realtors9 Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I I I I I I I I I Elizabeth Kelson Mel Brenner Katie Cummiford Kay Cummiford Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Maryanne tloeksma Heather Lake ............... Debra Lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve 891-2222 891-2222 262-2021 291-3330 891-2222 891-2222 891-7183 891-2222 262-8333 891-7171 891-7172 Deanna McCuifor Ryan Ogle David Pratt Ron Prins Ron Richards Jennifer Russo Dave \anderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner Whitcomb Sam Wright Wendy Zandstra MLS. 891-2222 891-2222 877-4010 891-2222 891-7176 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-SOLD I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ids Symphony has per­ formed in Hastings but this year the schedule for the Kalamazoo Symphony worked best for a local per­ formance. Information about the Thornapple Arts Council and upcoming classes and events will be available be­ fore the concert. Tickets are available in advance at the TAC office on State Street next to WBCH or at the door. For information about this concert call the TAC at 9452002. ‘R students getting extra rewards at TK schools help recognize good stu­ dents. Beginning with second semester report cards, they asked students who got A’s in any subject to bring their report cards to the financial center and enter a drawing. Students at Page Elemen­ tary, Thornapple Kellogg Middle School and TK High School are eligible. A’s from the third making pe­ riod are due within two Susan Foster, Deborah Wert and Cheryl Mosey at the Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts earlier this year decided to TK Senior Parents making last details The Thornapple Kellogg Senior Parents organization has only a few meetings left before graduation, but they are getting down to the final details. The next meeting of the group, which is planning a fun and safe after-graduation party for Thornapple Kel­ logg seniors, is on Monday, April 22, at the UAW 1002 Hall adjacent to Bradford White. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Because of construc­ tion participants should come the back way from High Street. weeks of the report cards be­ ing distributed to students during the week of April 8. The prize for the third marking period has not been selected. All students who participate will have their names entered in the annual drawing for a $1(X) savings bond. The Thornapple Financial Center is located at 111 M37 in Middleville. Call 7953387 for information. Caledonia Home (M-37 & 84th St.). 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath. Kitchen, Dining &. Large Living Room. All Kitchen Appliances Included. More To See. $149,900! Open House Sundays 1-4PM, Some Sat. Or Call 616-891-9120. It’s Finally Here! /^etitement Ui((! 1821 N. 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When present in large quantities in homes, mold can cause serious health problems, including all allergic reactions, toxic reactions, asthma episodes, infections and respiratory damage Controlling indoor mois­ ture and humidity is the key to controlling mold The American Lung Association recommends keeping the relative humidity level in your home between 40 per­ cent to 50 percent year round Invest in an electron­ ic "hygrometer" to monitor your home’s humidity level (available for approximately $40 at many electronics and, hardware stores). Here are some proven moisture control techniques. recommended by the Comfort Institute: use a bathroom exhaust fan while bathing; cover exposed soil in crawlspace with plastic sheets; improve gutters and exterior foundation drain­ age; fix plumbing and roof leaks, don’t store firewood indoors; do not buy or use an unvented gas fireplace or heater; and ensure your clothes dryer vents to out­ doors. If you have a humidi­ fier, clean it regularly and turn it off in the spring or if your winter humidity levels are too high. Use air condi­ tioning and a humidifier dur­ ing hot and humid weather, and have the equipment maintained to ensure the coils are clean and con­ densed water drains away freely. Most people mistakenly think that a house with many air leaks is safe and will not trap humidity. "This is usu­ ally true in the wintertime • Mowing • Lawn Maintenance • Light Landscaping • Snow Plowing |on & Todd 500 Arlington Rd Middleville 49O5S 616 795.5052 or 616.838 5046 fllOVIE OUTPOST Looking for a "Shining Star" to join our team at our Caledonia and Hastings area video store. Parttime, must be able to work days, evenings and week­ ends. Retail, computer experience preferred. But a positive attitude and a friendly smile are required. Wages based per qualifications. We are looking for candidates 18 years of age to work days and closing shifts. Apply at Movie Outpost on Cherry Valley Ave. in Caledonia, or on State Street in Hastings. Vince and Karen Meaney 975-5656 or 813-6824 1-800-530-9550x139 The Power of Teamwork! Metropolitan Title Compant OPEN SI NDAY \PRII 14 • 12 2 PM 2907 S. \l-43 HW Y. HASTINGS - Spacious 4 bed room ranch on larye country kx Nice lit ing room * t(h fireplace An enclosed porch perfect for summer relation 2 Ng bedrooms on main floor and 2 dav light bedrooms m the basement Podunk Lake xcess Reduced to $114,962. BAILEY’S GROVE COMM) * 2 bedrooms. 2 full baths and lour season porch. Pnced $5,000 below new. rt sparkles like new $149,900. CALEDONIA RANCH 3 bedrooms, 3 season porch and central air Huge fenced back yard Caledonia Schools. Price reduced to $129,900. DINCAN LAKE WATER ERONT - Splendid lakefront In mg in this k>vri> 3* bedroom home A wonderful home on an all spxets lake A steal al $259.900 when the outdoor air is dry.” says Comfort Institute researcher Brendan Reid. "However, for much of the spring, summer and fall, the outdoor air contains exces­ sive humidity in the form of invisible water vapor. While some outside air is neces­ sary. too much summertime air infiltration raises indoor humidity to unhealthy lev­ els. and can lead to mold growth. The worst air leaks are usually in the heating and cooling duct system.” The Comfort Institute rec­ ommends having your heat­ ing and cooling contractor perform an “Infiltrometer blower door test" on your home and duct system. This computerized test instru­ ment was developed by the Department of Energy. The test measures how airtight or leaky your house and ducts are. While most homes are still far too leaky, some are now very tight and trap moisture, airborne particles and contaminants. Various types of mechanical ventila- PIUC IMC KIECIKKfl Sf MTTnJ The Electrical Safety Foun­ dation International suggests thi-se ideas to help start your new year safely • Use the gripping area of the plug when unplugging lights and appliances. Yank­ ing or tugging on the cord could damage the wires and insulation, possibly leading to an electrical shock or fire. • Separate outdoor from indoor decorations. Label them accordingly. • Discard broken or faulty lights. • Store decorations away from children, pets and waiter. • Make sure all electrical lights, toys and appliances bear the seal of a nationally recognized certification agen­ cy, such as UL, CSA or ETL. • Don’t allow your children to use electrical toys near water, and make sure they know that water and elec­ tricity never mix. Electrical toys can become a shock haz­ ard if they are misused. • Send warranty and pro­ duct registration forms to manufacturers. That way, they can notify you promptly in case of a recall. For more information on electrical safety, send a 55c stamped, self-addressed busi­ ness-size envelope to Elec­ trical Safety Foundation International. 1300 N. 17th St. #1847. Rosalvn. VA 22209, or call (703* 84 i-3229. Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscov­ ered—either by them­ selves, or by others. —Mark Tw ain VACANT LAND - 6 executive building sates Nice private sa­ ting all with walkout sites Caledonia Schools Priced from the S50.000s Zero Down Financing. Call Marion Vanderweide (616) 975-0909 • (800I 282-0325 CTX Mortgage Company ‘ How Is Your Business Doing? American Manufactured Living, Inc. CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville 8 models to view All prices are reduced to sell!! Many rent"~ incentives Central air or sheds included thru April 30th Caledonia We offer a free moving truck! tion systems are now avail­ for itself through lower utili­ house as an interactive sys­ tem. Understanding all the able to ensure your family ty bills." Contrary to what many factors that affect humidity gets the proper amount of fresh outside air. Many lead­ heating and cooling contrac­ and mold growth is essen­ ing edge heating and cooling tors say. Reid is cautious tial Reid says there’s a w ide contractors offer an about relying on air filters, range of competence among Infiltrometer test as part of a duct cleaning and duct heating and cooling contrac­ tors. "The better HVAC con­ "Whole House Health and mounted ultra-violet lights tractors are now Indoor Air Comfort Checkup" that also to solve mold problems. Quality specialists as well. checks insulation levels and “High efficiency air filters They have invested in the overall duct system perfor­ are a good investment, and mance For more informa­ certainly help make a home advanced training and test tion. visit the website healthier. But don't expect instruments to be able to miracles." According to ensure your family lives in a www.comfortinstitute.org. safe, healthy and comfort­ "Most air leaks don’t actu­ Comfort Institute research, ally let in fresh air." says the key is to look at the able indoor environment" Reid. Building scientists have recently discovered that in the typical home, well -Are your Financial Statements timely and F4 over half the incoming air ^4 first passes through the x’te accurate? . -Are your payrolls processed without error'’ attached garage, crawlspace, -Have you avoided receiving penatty and interest ^4 basement or attic. Air pollu­ notices from the government? F4 tants such as mold spores, — -Are you keeping up with your bookkeeping? . crawlspace moisture, insula­ -Do you hear from your accountant more than tion fibers, carbon monox­ once a year? r4 ide. radon gas or volatile organic chemicals contami­ nate this incoming air, and can negatively affect your kA ------ 74 family’s health and safety. 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M.ddlevtHe, MVApnl 9. 2002 Bowens Mills plans ‘Spring Plow Day’ “Spring Plow Day” is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. April 2f), when the public is invited to come to the farmstead of Historic Bowens Mills to experience the beauty of draft animals at work in the field, share in the pleasure of celebrating spring and plowing fields. People interested in teaching and learning the skills are encouraged to participate, or to just come and enjoy the beauty of the work. “This is a celebration of the spring turning of fertile soils and responsive draft animals.” said Bowens Mills co-owner Carleen Sabin. “If you have a team and would like to join in our Spring Plow Day. please call We d enjoy having you here.” The idea of having such a special day at Bowens Mills started in 1992 when current co-owner Owen Sabin was hurt in an accident when he was working and was unable to plow his fields. One day in May his friends with their teams of horses came to lend a hand. They had a great time and lots of fun. As they sat around visiting when they had finished the job, they decided they would like to make it an annual event. Throughout history the planting of the fields and large farming tasks has brought people together to lighten the work and make it more enjoyable. 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Because patients with ESRD are surviving longer than ever before, they and their health care providers are often called upon to make very difficult decisions. For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Kathy Benton 262-3965 Paul Davis 0063 291Robin Dawson 293-4079 Tom Garbow 868-0045 Rav/Louise Diehl 291-0401/948-8225 Barbara Getty 838-2550 Dave Krumm 915-4763 Dominic Panza Dominic Panza from Mid­ dleville, son of Anthony and Evelyn Panza, recently en­ listed in the United States Navy for guaranteed training as an aviation ordnanceman. In one of over 60 diverse career fields in the Navy, Aviation Ordnancemen are responsible for maintaining, repairing, installing, operat­ ing and handling all types of weapons and ammunition ♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ D.D.S. 616-891-1240 ♦ ♦ General Dentistry for Children & Adults ♦ - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME ♦ ♦ * Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the tvay to or from work) 4 Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Pressing. Farm & Fiber Days. Steam & Gasoline Engine Show. Mountain Men Encampment. Civil War Days and Harvest Festival Weekends. However, there is no admission charge for the “It’s Christmas at the Mill.” which opens the day after Thanksgiving, then runs Saturday and Sundays until Christmas. For more information about Bowens Mills or the Spring Plow Day. call 7957530 or visit the website at www.BowensMills.com. to participate. Patients must be 55 or older and on hemodialysis for at least six months. Couples must be married or living with their partner for five years or more. The study involves inter­ views only. Those who agree to be in the study will partic­ Rachel Pruchno. Ph D . a ipate in confidential inter­ Boston College research views four times over a psychologist and director of threc-year period the Initiatives on Aging, is Info, mation gained from the Principal Investigator. the study is expected to be Norman G. Levinsky. M.D., used to increase understand a nephrologist at Boston mg of the impact of dialysis University Medical Center, on couples and their wishes is the co-investigator. for the future, and also pro­ The researchers are seek­ vide direction for improve ing 300 couples to volunteer ments in quality of care to to join the study. To be eligi­ both patients and their ble, both partners must agree spouse s/partners. To learn more about the study, please call Jennifer Rosenbaum toll-free at I866-772-3387. These decisions are often made within the context of the marriage, yet little is known about how spouses help make decisions about continuing or stopping dial­ ysis and how these decisions affect the spouses them­ selves. Serving Our Country Laura Martin 891-7619 Beth Ann Fogg 868-0887 Rich McConnon 292- 4693 Jim Newhof 891-9369 Ginny Sines 901-2401 Cathy Williamson 293- 7391 ♦ ♦ r ♦♦ 4 ♦♦<♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦ Historic Bowens Mills will open after Memorial Day. Hours will be Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission charge is $2 to the park. The special events and festivals usually are held Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.. including "Summertime" Civil War Days and Fathers Day Weekend. Gate fees for these are $5 adults and $2 for children ages 5-15. The “It’s Cider Time” always occur on six consecutive weekends in September and October. Included are First Cider New research study focuses on older couples and hemodialysis OPEN HOI SESIN. APR. 14 >a Bowens Mills brings together groups of friends and neighbors lending a helping hand in preparing the ground and planting seeds for an assured good crop in the harvest season. There will be plowing with horses during the day. An old fashioned barnyard horse pull and live music are planned for Saturday evening. Those planning to attend can spend the day. feel free to enjoy the grounds, visit with friends and join a potluck dinner Saturday evening in the Gathering Place. carried on Navy aircraft. They also supervise opera­ tions at armories and stow­ age facilities. One reason Recruit Panza joined the Navy was to take advantage of the Montgo­ mery GI Bill. The Navy offers a wide range of pro­ grams to help with college, including tuition assistance for active duty personnel, the iMontgomery GI Bill, the Navy College Fund (which offers up to $50,000 for qualified recipients), and NROTC programs. A graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Panza will report for basic training at Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, Illinois in June 26. Senior Chief Petty Officer Krajnik of the Navy Recruiting Station in Battle Creek said after technical training, Panza would be assigned to one of the Navy’s ships, squadrons or duty stations located around the world. 'evtns draperies & fine furniture 616-945-4177 1-888-99-SHADE NOTE WHITI Your Smile The First Thing People See! Hexond Shade* Beyond Blind) Bex of ill |)ih riptuoi * Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads 620 Tanner Lake Rd Hastings, MI 49058 HunterDougias window faihiom �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml April 9. 2002 Page 13 Appointments, promotions made at Hastings City Bank « PHOTO Join the club & Save! O clOfi I tVe appreciate your business so we re I' .......................................... I offering a Free roll of film processing M I with single prints when you fill our (C i^<ss3^s^‘uw',oaMF'ou/| special Club Card. Process 10 rolls of film & get the 11th FREE! 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Since September of 1999 she has been the Training and Hori­ zons club Director. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and education from the Univer­ sity of Colorado and the University of Denver. A Colorado native, she has lived in Hastings for seven years with her hus- Chris Hager Patty Knorr I ^Pne hour service One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional Geanie Schmidt Lori Wiswell band Jack, and their chil­ dren. Brandon and Sydney. • Gcame B. Schmidt has been promoted to supervisor of the Bellevue branch of Hastings City Bank. Schmidt joined the staff in June 2000 as the piortgage department secretary, having come from a background in underwriting with VanDyke Mortgage in Grand Rapids. She holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Western Michigan Univer­ sity. Originally from Middle­ ville, she now lives in Hastings with her husband. Mark, their daughter Kris­ ten. and son, Greg. • Patty Knorr has been appointed manager of the Wayland branch of Hastings City Bank Knorr has 10 years of community banking experi­ ence and has been active in many community service organizations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English education from Michigan State Univer­ sity and is currently a senior at the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Patty and her husband Norman live in Wayland with their three children, Andy, Miss and Keleigh. • Chris Hager has been promoted to network admin­ istrator. He joined the staff in August 1999 as PC/Network Specialist. He previously worked for the National Weather Ser­ vice office in Grand Rapids and is a veteran of the United States Air Force as well. He holds an associate’s degree in electronic systems Technology, as well as sev­ eral computer industry certi­ fications. A Fort Wayne, Indiana native, Chris now lives in Middles ilk with his wife, Danielle, and their three children. Megan. Kristian and Lauren. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE ALTO KATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Daniel I rich 6090 Alden Nash, Alto Jud) Harrison 868-0050 APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... k GET 8X10 ‘ $^9! ENLARGEMENTS H SAME DAY OH HEXT DAY PD0CESSIHC SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACKS WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: * * * * * * Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. MVApril 9, 2002 CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Caledonia Township applies Regular Meeting CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP April 3, 2002 Present Harrison. Snyder Cardwell. Bravata and Bujak Absent: Robertson and Stauffer Also Present Manager/ Planner Zylstra Deputy Cleric Palmer and several citizens The meeting was called to order at 7:03 pm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Bravata second Harnson to add consideration of grant proposal to 10E Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Glen Steil Jr discussed running for State Representative and answered citizen's questions Cornelius Ezinga. a resident of Jasonville Farms questioned the DAW location in Jasonville Farms and the procedure tor zoning. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison sec­ ond Bravata to approve the con­ sent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None ORDINANCE 2ND READ­ ING - REQUEST BY ALLAN & DIANA HUDSON TO AMEND AN APPROVED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AND TO REZONE PROPERTY REMOVED FROM THE PUD TO C-2. GENERAL BUSINESS. PARCEL *41.23.07.200.040. PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 7105 BROAD­ MOOR AVENUE: Moved Harnson second Cardwell to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - Allan A Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development Roti call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCE - 2ND READ­ ING - REQUEST BY JAMIE WRIGHT TO REZONE PROP­ ERTY FROM R-2, MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY TO C-1. NEIGHBORHOOD BUSI­ NESS. PARCEL *41.23.02.451. (LAST 3 NUMBERS TO BE ASSIGNED). PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF 68TH STREET. EAST OFF WHITNEYVILLE AVENUE: Moved Harnson second Bujak to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia - Jamie Wright rezomng. Whitneyville Ave Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION - CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY SUR­ VEY: Discussion was held Moved Harrison. second Bravata to support township paying $2500 toward the survey with the stipulations of 1) a ques­ tion regarding a library 2) a requirement to approve lan­ guage and 3) receive the final data Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. APPOINTMENTS/CONFIRMATIONS - TO THE OVER­ SIGHT COMMITTEE FOR THE CABLE TELEVISION PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL: Discus CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Special Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held Beginning at 5:30 p m on Wednesday. April 10, 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 3. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 4. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Work Session on the Job Evaluation Plan (JEP) 7. BOARD COMMENTS 8. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 9. ADJOURNMENT for fire and safety grant sion was held. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to appoint Tom Apol Tom Kaechele Daryl Pennfold Bryan Harnson and Rick Wyma with staggered terms to be determined at a later date, to the Oversight Committee for the Cable Television Pubic Access Chan­ nel Ayes M MOTION CAR­ RIED DISCUSSION - REGARDING THE TOWNSHIP LOGO. Dis­ cussion was hekj regarding a new Township logo Bujak s brother made changes to the Parks and Recreation logo to remove color and be able to min­ imize the size Changes will be brought to the Board at a later date. DISCUSSION - REGARDING TOWNSHIP CEMETERY MAPS: Snyder discussed the need for new maps for the cemetenes She also discussed a new cemetery program. Snyder will bang a quote from Wilcox Professional Services, LLC when rt becomes available MOTION - 2002-2003 ANNU­ AL COMMUNITY DEVELOP­ MENT BLOCK GRANT PRO­ GRAM AGREEMENTS: Discus­ sion was held regarding amount of grant Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Bravata to participate m the Community Development Block Grant Program under Kent County Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. FIRE SAFETY GRANT APPROVAL: Bravata discussed the grant Moved Bravata. sec­ ond Cardwell to allow for support of $2250 to be used towards an education program if the grant is awarded to Caledoma Township Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bra­ vata commented on committees Bravata would like a kst of term dates tor all committee mem­ bers PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Tom Apoi comment­ ed on Ken Gackler having all cemetery information on a disk, logo and problems regarding the cable channel. Cornelius Ezinga. resident of Jasonville Farms, commented on problems of east and west travel. Jim Perkins of 8265 - 100th St. com­ mented on Township logo ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adjourn. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Tbwnshtp and Vdlage Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, on the 3rd day of April, 2002, at 7 p m PRESENT Members Harrison Snyder. Cardwell. Bujak, Bravata ABSENT Members Robertson, Stauffer The following ordinance was offered by Harrison and supported by Cardwell ORDINANCE NO. 02-4Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Allan and Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development) WHEREAS, on March 17. 1993 the Townsnip Board adopted Caledonia Charter Township Ordinance No. 93-1Z establishing the Allan and Diana Hudson Planned Unit Development. WHEREAS. Allan and Diana Hudson have submitted an application to the Townshfo. requesting that Ordinance No 93-1Z be amended, so as to rezone certain of the lands m the Planned Unit Development from the PUD District to the C-2 General Business District WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has heid a pubic hearing on the requested amendment, after the publication and maXmg of nobce and has oonstoered the application the comments made at the public hearing and otner matenais bearing upon the requested amendment THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1, The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia • hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the toaowng descreed lands from the PUD Planned Unit Development District n accordance with me Fnai Development Plan of the Allan and Dena Hudson Planned Unit Development to the C-2 General Business District That part of the East 216 feet of the North 3/4 of me East 12 of lhe Northeast i 4 lyng South of the centerine of State Highway M-37. Section 7 Town 5 North Range 10 West. Caiedorma Township Kent County. Michigan Section 2 This ordnance is an amendment n Townsfup Ordnance No 93- 1Z sotefy tor tie pl­ pose of rezonng the above-stated parcel of land AH other terms and provsons of sad Ordnance No 93-1Z remain n tu* force and effect Sector- 3 This ordnance snail become effective seven days after its pubrcaton or seven pays after the publication of a summary of its provisions n a toca newspaper of general orcuiaton 322 bv Ruth Zac ham ’ Staff Water The Caledonia Township Board last week approved completing a grant applica­ tion for a federal Fire De­ partment Safety and com­ mitted to a 10 percent share of the cost of the project at $2,250 if the grant is ap­ proved. Trustee Bill Bravata learned that $360 million is being made available to the entire country through grants to individual commu­ nities. He said the request would be for $22,500 for fire injury prevention, an educational program, one of four categories available. Bravata said there is a "high priority placed on lo­ cal fire service, emergency response, cooperation be­ tween departments, etc." He said in this grant pro­ gram a high priority would be placed on the education of seniors and on children under age 14. The money would be used for imple­ mentation. including mailing and training. The acceptance of the grant will not be known for about nine months, he said, and the actual money could take as long as Seplember 2002 to 2003 to be received. "This is our first stab at our share of that $360 mil­ lion," Bravata said. Clerk Pat Snyder thanked Bravata for all the work he did. "He put in a lot of time. We really appreciate it." Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son agreed and said Bravata had initially identified the opportunity for the town­ ship. The board voted to apply to a different class grant from the Community Devel­ opment Block Grant Pro­ gram for 2002-2003. Harrison said the agree­ ment would commit the township to participate in the program with Kent County would mean being classed as an "entitlement community" and the town­ ship would receive a share of the grant dollars annually. This would preclude the township from entering the competitive arena for more money, but this would guar­ antee a certain amount. This amount would also vary de­ pending on the number of participants, he explained. In past years this has meant grants of from $10,000 to $12,000, he said. This would enable them to work with the county in an effort to pave the Rai I-Trail system. In other business, Harri­ son recommended appoint­ ment of a TV Channel Over­ sight Committee to include Tom Apol, Tom Kacchle, Rick Wyma. Dary l Penfold and himself, approved by the board. The board would refer some TV issues to the com­ mittee, Harrison said, but service, signal, technical and rate questions would best be handled by the board, he ex­ plained. Apparently there have been many citizen com­ plaints over quality of the township broadcasts. Treas­ urer Jill Cardwell explained that comments have referred to scrolling and scheduling. Tom Apol said the quality was a Charter Communica­ tions issue. He said trans­ mission quality in the Town Hall showed "crystal clear video and volume, but once it gets into their system, there are problems with the modulator." the fiber optic cable, which goes to Mid­ dleville and back to Caledo­ nia. "They seem to give us real low priority." Apol said. He said he and Mary Chapman in the office, had called the company many times. He said he had re­ cently been told another company had bought them out. He had also been told they are restringing the sys­ tem in Caledonia township, which is loosening the fit­ tings and connections, caus­ ing more problems. Trustee Bill Bravata said he would like the board to consider paying for the time put in by Tom Apol and other volunteers. He said paying for the work might mean other meetings could be covered, like Planning Commission .meetings, which he would like to be made more available. New Cemetery map revi­ sions are needed. Clerk Pat Snyder reported. They were last updated in 1988. though she has updated the informa­ tion on the computer. Citizen Tom Apol sug­ gested Ken Gackler of the Historical Society has done a lot of work to put current information on disk, which could be very helpful to the township as a resource. The costs for new maps by a qualified engineering firm need to be investigated be­ fore action is taken. Middleville planners hear about new State St. building sidewalk ordinance. by Patricia Johns Moffat told lhe board that Staff Writer Eric Clark presented the three lighting options were Middleville Village Plan­ being considered by the ning Commission last week Downtown Development with tentative plans for a Authority. This is the light­ new office building planned ing which will be installed by his tathur. Willis ( I.irk. in the new Stagecoach Park for property just purchased as well as to the entire refur­ from the village at 20 State bishing of the downtown St. and M-37 gateway area. The Clarks are planning a Moffat also reported that new building that will in­ he is working with Jon Ray­ clude office space and an as­ mond from Tires 2000 on sembly area for Willis’ com­ ways to access and egress pany, Gateway Engineering. from Tires 2<MM> onto Ar­ No manufacturing will be lington Court. A final solu­ done in the building. Clark tion will not be possible un­ may rent a portion of the til the former Getty property building. development design is avail­ Planning Commission able. Then the Michigan De­ members had many ques­ partment of Transportation tions about this project, in­ will be able to redesign the cluding whether the zoning, intersection. 1-1 (industrial) will have to Several members of the be changed, whether the board asked if anything can building will fit into the resi­ be done to keep village resi­ dential neighborhood it dents from parking vehicles abuts and drainage control on front lawns. on the site. Moffat also updated the The board tabled this plan board on the work of the Mto allow time for the Clarks 37 corridor committee. The to meet with the site plan Planning Commission ap­ committee. proved the memorandum of Planning Administrator understanding on the corri­ Geoff Moffat discussed the dor and sent it on to the Vil­ sidewalk issue. Lynne Stew­ lage Council for approval. ard, Mike Balsistis and The next meeting of the Catherine Beyer will serve Village of Middleville Plan­ on a committee to work with ning commission will be at 7 the village public works p.m. Tuesday, May 7. committee on a possible ^5 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEAT Interested citizens invited to apply tor one open seat on the PLANNING COMMISSION Apply in writing to Village of Middleville 100 East Man Street Attn Lon Myers Village President Letters must be received by 5.00 pm April 19. 2002 Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 9. 2002/Page 15 Accessory buildings, continued from page 1 erty, as verified by commis­ sioners who visited the site. The layout of the proposed arena had been staked out bcfpre their visit. Neighbors did not show up to comment at the public hearing. However, when it was learned the arena would be angled out from the existing barn in order to fit the grades existing on the site, questions were raised about the exact layout planned for the structure, and for how the parts would join. A question was raised as to whether the connected buildings constituted one building or two. More filling on the site, to accommodate a more con­ ventional addition was pro­ hibited because of proximity to the Coldwater River. The arena would require a higher than normal roof, of 33 feet, in order to accom­ modate the dimensional span. Generally only commer­ cial projects require specific plans, but the immense size and potential design prob­ lems of the structure caused commissioners to ask for an informal site plan for the project, clearly a disappoint­ ment for Davis. Davis was asked to bring in a detailed site plan and the building’s layout on the property. He was given the guidelines for a site plan, but these were designed for commercial buildings. Davis objected Jo the ex­ tensive documentation re­ quirements. Commissioner Don Koopmans said the commission should not im­ pose undue difficulty. Commissioner Parent said he was concerned the com­ mission did not set a prece­ dent which allowed three ac­ cessory buildings when only two are allowed in the ordi­ nance. Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier was in support of the project, but felt more details were still needed. Commissioner WaHy Bujak said the applicant could save some time by making other applications to the Road Commission and the DEQ simultaneously with the time he prepared to meet again with commissioners. Davis was unaware of a 500-foot distance require­ ment from the river as re­ quired by the DEQ. Com­ missioners encouraged him to get the application under way. and were of the opin­ ion the process would not take too long. It was decided by consen­ sus an informal site plan could be worked out be­ tween Davis and Planner Dave Zylstra. Zylstra said if the Plan­ ning Commission chose, it could table the request and extend the public hearing to the applicant’s next audi­ ence, to save time on public notices and not delay Davis' schedule. He would like to complete the arena this sum­ mer. Commissioners agreed YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN. AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUB­ LIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY. APRIL 18. 2002. COMMENCING AT 7:30 PM AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD, MID­ DLEVILLE. MICHIGAN, CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1. SEU 02-03-01. PARCEL ID. NO 008-044-20 A REQUEST BY CORALLY O’DELL FOR A SPECIAL EXCEP­ TION USE PERMIT TO CONDUCT AN ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES BUSINESS AS A HOME OCCUPATION AT 235 OLD MILL RD 2 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPEC­ TION. DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING SIGNED. WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION. RESERVES THE RIGHT. AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING, TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDI­ NANCE PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDiV’DUALS WITH DISABILITIES. NECESSARY, REASONABLE. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME Al t PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S) CATHY STRICKLAND SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION to table the request with a 41 vote, with Commissioner Don Koopmans opposed. Another request in March by Dennis and Debora Hiemstra. given conditional approval to construct a 5.000-square-foot bam/riding arena, was rehashed when the commissioners de­ termined a building permit could not be issued without presentation of a site plan among other details. Nor­ mally a site plan is not re­ quired in non-commercial projects but commissioners thought the size, far beyond the normal 1.200 square feet justified requiring a site plan. The Hiemstras were to clarify where the building was to be located on the property. The materials on the barn were to match the house on all four sides. Ma­ nure was not to be stored or disposed of within 100 feet of the property line. Whether or not DEQ ap­ proval was required prior to issuing a building permit was not certain. A letter dated Feb. 22 from Chuck Dodgers with the DEQ indicated there had been a wetlands violation. The violation was gravel filling in a 20 X 15 foot area along the fence row near a wetlands area and reportedly not because of the proposed building site. The fill was to be mitigated. However the south east comer of the proposed horse barn was still too close to the wetlands, so the building would need to be placed at an angle. The north east cor­ ner of the barn would be moved 10 to 12 feet. The site plan was still very vague, and did not identify where the wetlands delineation was, which led to a request for a more de­ tailed plan before the re­ quest could be dealt with. If the design plan was moved, and if all the setback re- TK auditorium name committee will meet soon There is still time to send the auditorium naming com­ mittee a suggestion for the name of the Thornapple Kellogg auditorium. Thornapple Kellogg School Board member Dan Parker is on a mission to name the TK High School auditorium. Joining Parker on the committee are high school counselor Phil Jahnke, students Chad Barager and Jessica Wilson, par­ ents Chris Jelsema and Tammy Slolicker and assis­ tant Superintendent Sharon Kake. Suggestions can be made in writing until Fnday, April 19. Written proposals should state the name and reason for consideration. Letters should be sent to Sharon Ka­ ke. assistant superintendent. 10051 Green Lake Road, Middles ilk 49333 The committee will con­ sider all names and forw ard a list to the Thomapplc Kel­ logg Board of Education, which will make the final selection. quirements were met, no ad­ ditional DEQ permit was necessary the applicant said. Mike Mercier, a neighbor, has made strong arguments opposing the project based on several considerations, including the lack of a site plan, a building size of over 1,200 square feet, the planned placement of the building within a 100-year flood plain and no workable proposal for a future land split. Though recently ap­ pointed as a planning com­ missioner. Mercier has re­ cused himself from taking part in commission action on this issue. There are two houses al­ ready on the properly. Com­ missioners previously had asked for a land split pro­ posal that would accommo­ date the barn and the two houses with all the appropri­ ate setbacks and frontage re­ quirements included. The previous proposal was not adequate and was still needed. The Hiemstras had sub­ mitted a letter of intention, but when the March minutes were clarified, there were in­ consistencies between the two. The commissioners said the minutes reflected their decision more accu­ rately than the Hicmstra's at­ torney’s letter. The six conditions of the commission as reflected in the minutes were to be com­ pleted by the Hiemstras prior to issuance of a build­ ing permit. The commissioners have encountered problems over too many buildings on some parcels, outsized buildings left on small parcels after property splits, and increas­ ing problems with people using such buildings for business uses. This has led the commissioners to be­ come cautious about the de­ tails of plans for such build­ ings. Caledonia Twp, Board OKs rezoning request for auto repair business by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Board approved a request Wednesday to rezone a par­ cel on Whitneyville Avenue to C-2 zoning with the in­ tended use of the property by owner Jamie Wright for an auto repair business on Whitneyville Avenue. Recommendation came from the Planning Commis­ sion last month because commercial zoning is in­ tended in that area, accord­ ing to the master plan. Since this was not a site plan re­ view. the zoning was a sepa­ rate issue from the use of the spot as an auto repair busi­ ness. Residents commenting on the plan last month said they were concerned because there are already several of the same type of businesses, including an auto repair, a car wash and a body shop near the same corner of 68th and Whitneyville Avenue, but no one commented at the board meeting April 3. Commission Chair Archie Warner last month pointed out only zoning w as at issue at this hearing, and would support the C-2 use, but would probably not support a special use variance for auto repair in the future, and the creation of "an island of auto repair shops.*’ because other types of business were needed to support the area. CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 203 E. MAIN STREET CALEDONIA, Ml 49316 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PREVIEW OF ADDITIONS TO THE REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM Second hearing included in agenda for Regular Board of Education Meeting: DATE Tuesday April 16, 2002 TIME 7:30 p.m. LOCATION High School Learning Lab 9757 Duncan Lk. Rd. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Jerry Phillips, Chairperson Reproductive Health Citizens’ Advisory Board CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN At a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the 3rd day of April, 2002, at 7 p.m. PRESENT: Members Harrison Snyder, Cardwell, Bujak, Bravata ABSENT Members Robertson, Stauffer The following ordinance was offered by Harrison and supported by Bujak ORDINANCE NO. 02-3Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia (Jamie Wright Rezoning, Whitneyville Avenue) THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section L The Zoning Ordnance of the Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District to the C-1 Neighbor Business District That part of the SE/4 of Section 2, described as commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said sec­ tion; thence NOOe10'17*W 295 00 feet along tne West ine of said SE/4 to the place of beginning, thence NOOHO irvy 295 00 feet along sad West line thence S89"5743E 295 32 feet parallel with the South Ine of sad SE'4, thence SOO'tCH 7*E295 GO feet, thence N89Z'57'43*W 296.32 feet to the place of begrvwig Parcel is subject to highway right of way for Whrtneyvtfle Road and also subject to easements, restrictions, and rights of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 46’oot wide strip of land, the centedme of which is described as begin­ ning at a point on the West line of the SE'4 of Section 2 which ts N00’>10'17-W 186 81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of sad section, thence N8954 54‘E88 71 feet, thence NO2"O2’19"E 108 07 feet to the place of ending of the centedme of sad easement, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan Section 2 This ordinance shall become effective seven days after its publication or seven days after the pubfcabon of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation AYES. Al NAYS:___ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED 321 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville MVAprt 9. 2002 Ed’s Body Shop expands with highest technology Inside this unassuming brick building is a high-tech drive-through paint system. "Even the cement is special," said Pawloski. Although hidden, the cement has tunnels and ductwork running beneath it for exhaust. by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The brick structure at 110 Johnson (corner of Kinsey and Johnson) in Caledonia had been a body shop turned small engine repair business before Ed Pawloski pur­ chased the building to open Ed’s Body Shop. Pawloski has kept up with the developments of the in­ dustry over the years by continually adding to and bettering his facility. The newest expansion is a drivethrough. high-tech paint sys­ tem located in an adjacent building. The system is de­ signed to be cleaner and pro­ duce little to no dust. As in other changes and expansions for the company, Pawloski’s decision to add the paint system, he said, was to better serve his cus­ tomers. “We continually strive to upgrade our facility. Phase II is now under way in the body shop to make things more efficient.” said Pawlo­ ski. From the outside, the PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call Unlay for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe building doesn’t look state of the art. but just step inside and and see why Pawloski invested approximately $200,000 into this project. The building needed exten­ sive revamping to house the drive-through booth and necessary equipment. “Even the cement is spe­ cial.” said Pawloski. Though hidden, the cement has tun­ nels and ductwork running beneath it for exhaust. The system also is envi­ ronmentally safer and with it Pawloski feels that his crew can do a better job for cus­ tomers. With the new system, just about any color can be matched. “Just like a recipe; making a cake mix accord­ ing to factory specs for each automobile. Tinting and color match­ ing is one of our (areas) of expertise,” said Pawloski. According to Pawloski, “Anything we do here is 100% guaranteed for as long as they own their vehicle.” Pawloski has come by the auto body business natu­ rally. His father was in auto body as a painter. Plus, Paw­ loski also worked at another location since 1969, prior to opening Ed’s Body Shop. He is continuing the family interest with his son Ed Jr. (married to Paula). Besides Ed Jr.. Pawloski has three other children. Daughter Deborah, married I&fa BODY SHOP' According to Ed Pawloski, owner of Ed's Body Shop. "Tinting and color matching is one of our (areas) of expertise." Pawloski, standing inside the new drive-through paint system shows some work in progress. The new system is safer for the environment. As with any service that Ed’s Body Shop offers, they stand behind their work 100%. to Jeff Price, son Robert, married to Kelley, and son Kaspar. Pawloski is married to Deb a realtor with 5-Star Realty. He is actively in­ volved with Holy Family Catholic Church and sings in the Resurrection Choir. Pawloski is also proud of the work “family” that he has developed through the last 11 years. He started out alone in 1991 with the body shop and is happy to provide a living for 13 families now. ”We pride ourselves here Continued next page "cue meet: by accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey City of Hastings - 1.2 mile N. on Broadway in N. Ridge Estates from downtown (616) 891-0150 New 3 bed. 2 bath. Large open floor plan Includes 4 season sunroom. Main floor laundry. Kitchen includes all appliances. Many extras. Available now. 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Accordi ng to a survey from Pace Foods, maker of Pace picante sauce and salsas. almost 60 percent of the respondents said they eat only one or two vegetables per day instead of the rec­ ommended three to five veg­ etables and two to four fruits. Consumption is down, say survey respondents, because parents have less time to cook and kids are not necessarily wild about vegetables. Fort­ unately. a little ingenuity can add vegetables in wavs so deb cious that children may not even suspect they’re eating food that’s good for them A good way to sneak more vegetables to your kids is with salsa, which can be used as a take-out food topper, ingredient or as a dip. A half cup of salsa is equal to a full serving of vegetables. With 10 calones and no fat per two tablespoon serving, salsa can add flavor to meals without adding fat. 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Top returnees include seniors Chris Hanna (SS), Adam Puricelli (2B), Nick Slot (P, 3B), Curt VanderHeide (C). Mike Klein (P. IB) and Bruce Jackson (IB). and junior Stu Koh) (P). The team expects contri­ butions from pitchers Abe Mulvihill (so). Tyler Higley (jr) and Greg Jousma (jr). The Scots opened the sea­ son yesterday at Grand Rap­ ids Catholic Central. They come home for a Wednes­ day doubleheader against East Kentwood (4 p.m.), then make the short trip down M-37 for a Friday doubleheader at Middleville (4 p.m.). Golf The Caledonia girls’ golf team was second in the state last year in Division 3. col­ lecting conference and re­ gional championships along the way. This year, the ground has shifted under the Fighting Scots, as they have been bumped up to Division 2. “Getting back to states will be tougher, but we should challenge South Christian for the O-K Gold crown.” first-ycar head coach Gus Wagner said. “We have a great (competi­ tive) schedule. My first year should be very exciting and I'm grateful to have many returning players from last year's team.*' In fact, five of Caledo­ nia’s top seven players are back this year, including senior cousins Lauri and Kelli Leatherman and jun­ iors Amy Jo Leatherman and Erin Samuels. Building depth and experience for the No. 5 and 6 slots will be a top concern. The Scots open with four straight matches this week, beginning today against Wyoming Rogers at Byron Hills. They play Forest Hills Northern on Wednesday at Egypt Valley. Kenowa Hills on Thursday at a yet-to-bedetermined course, and Grand Rapids Union on Fri­ day at Broadmoor. All matches tee off at 3:30 p.m. The 2002 Caledonia varsity baseball team. First row (from left): Curt VanderHeide. Matt Cook, Chris Hanna. Bruce Jackson. Adam Puricelli Second row Kyle Hemmes, Travis Slot, Tyier Higley. Sean Centilli, Nick Slot, Brian Sevensma. Third row: Assistant Coach Tom Benedict, Eli Cooley, Abe Mulvihill. Steve Yanosik, Eh Cryderman, Mike Klien, Stuart Kohl. Greg Jousma, Coach Ron DeJonge. Soccer Caledonia's varsity girls’ MCCer team is poised for an­ other solid year after going 14-5-1 and placing third in the O-K Gold in 2001. The 2002 Caledonia varsity girls’ soccer team. First row (from left). Alicia Rider, Ashley Fraizer, Tricia Miedema, Erin Peacy, Joy Miedema, Kelley Jackson. Sec­ ond row: Laura Bashlor, Lindsey McNeil, Erin Durkee, Carlie Sanxter, Emily Birtles, Brooke Hendry. Third row: Hallie Hargreaves, Kate Sorensen, Stacey Je nema, Coach Kate Selke, Chelsea Farver, Laura Shoaf, Hannah Cooley The 2002 Caledonia girls’ golf team. First row (from left): Amanda Danielson, Alex Cress, Arnie Lazarski. Second row: Jamie Alexander, Amy Jo Leatherman, Katie Leatherman, Sarah Jansma, Kaycee VanDyke. Third row: Coach Jim Crites, Jenny Workman, Lauri Leatherman, Erin Samuels, Kelli Stepp, Dorothy Jones Kelli Leatherman, Coach Gus Wagner. Seif of Caledonia 632 E. 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Junior forward Brooke Hendry, sophomore forward Tricia Miedema, and senior mid­ fielder Stacey Jenema will be key contributors. Selke said the Scots will benefit from great individual skills, footwork, passing and a high knowledge of the game. As for any glaring weaknesses. Selke is opti­ mistic. “We’ll see,” she said. “None are overly evident at this point.” Unity Christian and South Christian join the Scots as O-K Gold frontrunners. Caledonia opened the sea­ son on Mar. 27 with a 2-0 win over Calvin Christian, Subway of Caledonia M-37 8980 Caledonia Crossing 891-4SUB and came out of spring break with a game last night at Mattawan. They travel to Cedar Springs on Thursday for a 4 p.m. contest and play at Middleville on Saturday at 10 a.m. Mary Sandtveit (P, IF), Amanda Martin (IF), Erin Jones (C, OF) and Kate Haywood (OF), and juniors Cristcn Adams (C, P. OF) and Melissa Gillard (C, P, utility). Junior Jancllc VanEss, a Softball transfer from East Ken­ First-year Caledonia var­ twood, will pitch and play in sity softball coach Tom the infield. Kaechele is taking the long Kaechele knows the team view of the 2002 season. faces a learning curve that “We realize we need to can’t be rushed. rebuild the softball program “From a coaching stand­ one step at a time,” Kaech­ point, we still need to learn ele said after the team went (the positions) our girls play 1-35 a year ago. “We have the best,” Kaechele said. the potential to be competi­ “We have good athletes on tive in every game we play. the team, and we need to I think if we can stay learn their strengths and healthy, we will surprise weaknesses. The team needs some people. to learn to believe in them­ “The team has worked selves and work hard to hard in the offseason, going compete in every game.’’ to clinics and camps to im­ The Scots opened the sea­ prove their skills. We hope son last night at Byron Cen­ to take advantage of our ter. They host a doublequickness and try to drive in header Wednesday against runs.” East Kentwood and play anTop returnees for the Fighting Scots art seniors Continued next page SmithDiamond Realty 891-2222 Family Dentistry of Caledonia Cary Scott. D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley 891-0004 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml April 9. 2002 Page 19 The 2002 Caledonia varsity softball team. First row (from left): Amanda Martin. Erin Jones. Mary Sandtveit. Second row: Shelby King, Krystal Raoley. Danielle Romeyn. Melissa Gillard. Bri Hormel. Courtney Powell Third row: Coach Tom Kaechele. Janelle VanEss, Cnsten Adams. Assistant Coach Mark Gillard Missing: Julie Wicks. Kate Haywood From previous page other doublcdip on Friday at Middleville. Games start both days at 4 p.m. “This week will give us a good indication of where we arc as a program," Kaechele said. Boys' Track John Sodcrman has seen it all in 43 years as a head track coach. 38 of those at Caledonia. So when he sizes up a team, you can pretty much take that to the bank. “We have a talented young team which will im­ prove as the season pro­ gresses,” Sodcrman said of the 2002 squad. Count on it. Senior Tim Ross can't improve on his state finishes last year, with Division 2 championships in the 1600 and 3200 meters. He can. however, improve his times, and Sodcrman said he is on pace to do so. Ross led the 2001 Fighting Scots to a 9-0 dual mark, conference and regional championships, a runner-up finish in the “team state” meet and a sixth-place finish in the Di­ vision 2 state meet. Other top athletes return­ ing include senior pole vaulters Seth Temple (per­ sonal-best 14 feet. 6 inches) and Tyler Gamelin (12-6). Seniors Jeff and Joel DeBlaay and junior Nick Perry are all 6-0 high jumpers, senior Nate Dewitt runs the 400 in 52 seconds, junior Jon Hekman has a 4:39.8 in the 1600. and junior Patrick Spitzlcy has run a 10:28.5 in The 2002 Caledonia girls’ track team First row (from left): Vicki Marks. Tessa Whitcomb, Megan Jacques. Brooke Drake. Tiffany Radaz, Anja Dillinger, Christine Homrich, April Kraft. Becca Busfield. Arnie Jones, Tarah Burgess. Katie Ryan Second row: Amy Modreske. Kristina McCleve. Emily Petz. Lindsay Barrett. Meghan Gietzen, Jenna Geers, Erin Mitteer, Nicki Loring. Jessie Castle. Stacey Babcock. Jennie Atkinson, Carrie Nelson. Third row: Dana Bailey, Korin Hollinshead, Carrie Reed. Mindy Bode, Janine Wilson. Leslie Radar. Becca Jacques. Emily Desy, Nicole Minier. Ali Stems. Julie Slot. Fourth row: Danica Wolf. Nicole Polmanteer, Bekah Gless, Angie Maxey. Nikki Muuse, Sara Knps, Shannon Pleva, Kady Dingman, Katie Hekman, Jessie Terpstra, Sarah Fifer. Fifth row: Coach Joe Zomerlei, Assistant Coach Ellen Dykstra-Wilcox, Assistant Coach Tom Bun-ill. As­ sistant Coach Denny Snyder. The 2002 Caledonia boys’ tennis team. First row (from left): Tim Stouffer, Adam Reynolds, Michael Krieger, Mike Ogle, Andrew Blanchard, Kyler Pentecost, Nate Stauffer. Second row: Rich Tourtellotte, Mike Troost, Ryan Workman, Kyle Ullery, Devin TePastte, Mike Napper, Dale Hoeflinger. Third row: Tom Blanchard, Dan At­ kinson,Todd Kortenhoven, Minsoo Kim, Kayle Hinkle, Chris West, Matt Paarlberg, Mike Mesecar, Ben Cramer. Fourth row: Coach Scott Bont, Coach Mike Wilson. The 2002 Caledonia boys’ track team. First row (from left): Jeff DeBlaay, Bill Wilson, James Anderson, Seth Temple, Nate Dewitt, Tim Ross, Tyler Gamelin, Rory Root, Aaron Rohrer, Joel DeBlaay, Jeff Marsman, Dale Foote. Second row: Dane Hale, Nick Perry, Nicholas Cress. Craig Hoebeke, Jon Hekman, Patrick Spitzley, Pat O'Connor. Eric Haight, Steve Marion, Nathan VanEnk, Ryan Fitzsim­ mons, Jim Haisma, Mike Mescar. Third row: Tyler Sinclair, Steve Jousma, Chad Schondelmayer, Kasey Higley. Anthony Reed, Chad Maxlow, Tony Pike, Kevin Clausen. Nick Rauser, Joe Favreau, Braydon Dahlberg, Brad Swartz. Fourth row: Kirk Post. Haans Palma. Brock Higley, John Scranton, Jon Kraft, Ben Wisner. Sean Morgan, Andy Wisniewski. Kasey Borr. Fifth row: Chris Robinson, Nick Neely, Kyle Klyn, Brian Derk. Aaron McBride, Nic DeVries, Josh Kom, Zac John­ ston, Chad Fnsbie, Tom Daniels, Adam Rohrer, Mike Ogle, Jeff Vetting. Sixth row: Assistant Coaches Dustin McFarlin, Tom Burrill and Denny Snyder, and Head Coach John Soderman Christopher J. Hier D.D.S. South Kent Veterinary Hospital Famous Flooring & Interiors 9505 Cherry Valley Caledonia the 3200. Sprinters include Tom Daniels, Mike Mesecar, Kyle Klyn, Nate VanEnk, Pat O’Connor, Steve Mar­ ion, Aaron Rohrer and Dale Foote. James Anderson will head up the shotput. South Christian, Sparta, Wayland, Cedar Springs and Hastings will all field strong squads in the O-K Gold this year. Caledonia visits Hast­ ings today at 4 p.m., hosts Sparta at 4 p.m. on Thurs­ day, then travels to Sparta on Saturday for the Sparta Coed Relays at 11 a.m. Girls' Track Sprints and field events are the strong suits of this year’s Caledonia girls’ track team, which boasts a lineup of 54 athletes. Head coach Joe Zomerlei doesn’t see any glaring weaknesses in his team and predicts it will finish in the top third of the O-K Gold. South Christian, Unity Christian and Sparta will figure in the championship race. Returning performers for the Fighting Scots include senior Tiffany Radaz (sprints, shotput), juniors Erin Mitteer (hurdles), See Scot previews, pg. 22 Country Lawn & Leisure 9595 Cherry Valley Caledonia 891-7200 [ Mullers Paint N Paper Monterey Grille " Stauffer & Wiggers 9030 N. 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Ml April 9. 2002 Middleville Spring Sports Previews Baseball Middleville's varsity basebail team has reached the district finals two years in a row, and fifth-year head coach Tom Ellinger hopes the 2002 squad can break through to regional. “We’ve been in the dis­ trict final for the past two years,” Ellinger said. “This year, we want to kick the door in and win it.” “We hope to be competi­ tive in the O-K Blue. We’ve won one tournament per year for the last three years (including the Portland Tournament in 2001), and we’d like to improve on that.” The Trojans graduated 11 players from last year’s team but retain some strength on the mound with five senior pitchers return­ ing. including Aaron Vandcrwixid, Chad Reneau (P. OF). Mark Price, Jake Sais and Aaron Alvcrez. Junior catcher Nate Thorton returns as well. Key additions from the JV include pitchers Mike Price, Phil Strong and Marvin Nunez, fielders Kyle Fletke and Kyle Hulst. and sophomore infielders Josh Eldridge and Justin Ogden. The new lineup will have to mature in a hurry, as the Trojans pack 12 games into the first two weeks of the season. Middleville opened against Creston last night and play doubleheaders at Wayland on Wednesday (4 p.m.) and at home against Caledonia on Friday (4 p.m.). On Saturday, they play in the Barry County Tourney at Hastings, where the Trojans and Saxons will be joined by Delton and Lakewood. The tourney starts at 9 a.m. Golf The Middleville girls’ golf team is the defending O-K Blue champ after a 130 campaign in 2001, includ­ ing 12-0 in conference du­ als. The team took first at the conference meet and fifth at regionals. Two All-Conference per­ formers return for the Tro­ jans, namely seniors Wendy Mickelwait and Kristen Weaver. Junior Tiffany Forbes is set in the No. 3 slot, but seventh-year head coach Mark Veriinde will have some new faces in the lineup after that. “We’ll have a lack of ex­ perience in the 4 to 6 slots, but we have depth.” Ver­ iinde said. “We have about eight or 10 players who may contribute on the varsity this season.” The team’s goal is to compete for the league title, with Hamilton the likely fa­ vorite. Calvin Christian will also figure in the race. The Trojans open the sea­ son with back-to-back home matches at Yankee Springs, today against Lowell and Wednesday against Unity Christian. Both matches tee off at 3:30 p.m. Soccer Maybe the fourth time will be a charm for the Mid­ dleville varsity girls’ soccer team. “We have finished second to Calvin Christian three years in a row.” Trojan coach Steve Evans said. “We hope to win (the Blue) this year. We were in a tough district last year, and The Middleville-TK varsity girls’ golf team. First row (from left): Sarah Wolf, Christina Allington, Allison Sager, Misty Welker, Pauline Galle. Second row. Assis­ tant Coach Tyler Wenger, Tiffany Forbes, Lindsey VandenBerg, Lindsey McKee, Kendall Jeffery, Pam Draper, Assistant Coach Bobby Roush. Third row: Varsity Coach Mark Veriinde, Misty Draper, Wendy Mickelwait, Kristen Weaver, Maegan McKee, Renee Dufresne, JV Coach Ray Rickert. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 3di £ Bur £5 we hope the experience will help us be stronger this sea­ son and in postseason play.” The Trojans set a school record with a 13-7 mark last season, their third-consecu­ tive 13-win campaign. Sen­ ior forward Michelle May scored 22 goals as a junior, and senior forward Laura VanRyn has 38 goals in her varsity career, both school records. Senior midfielder Rachel Holwerda and senior sweeper Ande Bouma joined May and VanRyn as All­ Conference honorees. Key additions include juniors Stephanie Simon (wing) and Janine Dykstra (forward), and sophomore goalkeeper Denise Weeks. “We should be able to score some goals,” said Evans, who has skippered the team since its inception in 1991. “Michelle, Laura and Rachel combined for 48 last year. Janine, Stephanie and (senior) Becky Warner should add to our total. “We should have depth in all positions except defense. Our defense will still be solid, led by Ande Bouma. (senior) Shauna Brice and (junior) goalkeeper Rachel Clinton. If our younger play­ ers step up to the challenge, then we will be a very wellrounded team.” The Trojans face a rather brutal schedule, with a slate of tough nonconference matchups leading up to four out of five league games away from home, including the key contest on May 8 at Calvin Christian. Highlights outside the Blue include a game today at South Chris­ tian (4 p.m.) and home games against Otsego (Thursday at 4 p.m.), Cale­ donia (Saturday at 10 a.m.), Hastings (April 19) and Wayland (April 26). Softball First-year Middleville varsity softball coach Tammy Olmsted hopes this year’s young team lays a solid foundation for the fu­ ture of the program. “We’re building from the ground up,” said Olmsted, who takes the varsity reins ’ pl. f Baai xl 34* jAuid 4650 Ft. M-37 Hwy., Middleville PJlDkSi 'D> jyDixj. 221 W. Main, Middleville The Middleville-TK varsity girls’ soccer team. First row (from left): Leanne Etter. Becky Warner, Denise Weeks. Lindsey DeLille. Melissa Potts. Second row: Shauna Brice, Chelsea Biermacher, Janine Dykstra. Laura VanRyn. Stephanie Si­ mon, Andrea Bouma. Third row: Assistant Coach Jason Clinton, Michelle May, Ra­ chel Holwerda, Rachel VanderMeer, Ashley Richards. Ryan Lavich, Angie Wilkins, Coach Steve Evans. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 112 Water. Middleville 500 High st., Mkkffevtlfe .. aria JSCC Dm* 3iin 2950 W M-179 tu^ctogr 120 E. Main, Middleville 415 2nd St., Middleville L__________ i-.aJ . , .. -.............. -. jam 34* 3W JtalusJ'd S'KiiTat • Accounting • lexe* ^31 £) 311134* Continued next page ---------- 1 Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd., Middleville J Jam 4611 FL Middleville Rd., Middleville after two years coaching the JV and another coaching the freshman team. “We’re a young team, but we have pretty good pitching and we’ll hopefully be able k> hit the ball. The team has a great attitude and everyone’s positive. We’ll be better than last year.” The O-K Blue harbors some powerhouses, most notably Wyoming Rogers, the preseason No. I-ranked team in the state. Byron Center and Coopersville will also figure in the top of the standings. Back for the Trojans arc seniors Ashley Carter (OF, C), Sarah Koval (OF, P) and Alex Longstreet (OF), and juniors Cary Middlebush (IB), Megan Dutcher (SS, P) and Melissa Robinson (OF). Juniors Jennifer Burks (P), Maria Eldridge (C), La­ cey Patterson (2B), Katie Longstreet (OF) and Latisha Smith (OF, SS) will bolster the lineup, as will freshman Ashley Aspinall (3B, OF). 497 Arlington St., Middleville H9H. Suit M.. tlasunfts 111 • FtawncUJ rtanninq 11437), MkMterlile Z719 OMCt noenUKf M.. Qua teds ’ J Oil 33 Drew McFadden 9185 Cberrv Valiev. Suite B. Caledonia Restaurant ar Lounge 661 Broad was. Middleville' Chevrolet • Rukk RxitLx - GEO 938 Middleville Rd., Middleville □DD-DiSUD Duu J413. Co. Lon LeFanty, Agent 403 W. Main. Middleville Tull 37 DlLy D-mk 435 Aritogtou. Middleville “ffere far you since 1836“ Dal JDfl-Dv Durpal 509 Arlington St., Middleville 210 E. 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The tourney starts at 9 am Tennis First, the good news: Middleville's boys’ tennis team returns three of its top four singles players from last year. Not so good: The team lost seven out of 12 players, including its No. 1 and 3 (are) also much improved.” doubles teams in their en­ Key additions to the tirety and one player each squad include Kyle from 2 and 4 doubles. McClure. Kai Kallweit, Ja­ “Rebuilding all of our mie Beckering. Dave McAI doubles teams will make it lister, Andrew Timm, Ian difficult,” head coach Larry Seger. Randy Tobias, John Seger said entering his 34th Herring, John Smith, An­ year. drew Kulhanek and Todd Returnees include All­ Stewart. Conference honoree Kevin Calvin Christian, Schmitz at 1 singles, An­ Coopersville and Comstock drew Kalee (3 singles last Park are the top teams in the year), Tyler James (4 singles league this season. Last last year). Brad Bender (4 year, the Trojans went 5-4doubles last year) and Ben 2, including 4-2-2 in the OSevaid (3 doubles last year). K Rainbow. They were run­ “Kevin Schmitz has ner-up at the Middleville In­ worked hard in the offsea­ vitational, fourth in the son and should be one of the Rainbow and fifth at regiontop players in the confer­ als. ence,” Seger said. “Brad The Trojans play at Low­ Bender and Andrew Kalee ell today at 4 p.m. The Middleville-TK varsity boys’ tennis team. First row (from left): Todd Stewart, Brad Bender, Ian Seger, Tyler James, John Herring. Second row: Kyle McClure, David McAllister, John Smith. Jamie Beckering. AJ Timm. Third row: Coach Larry Seger, Andrew Kalee, Andrew Kulhanek. 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) Boys9 Track Middleville ThornappleKellogg boys’ track coach Matt Funk has a simple goal for this season. “We need to win the con­ ference meet,” Funk said. “It’s been some time since we last won it.” Last year’s team flirted with a title, going 5-2 and finishing third in the O-K Blue. Leading the charge this year are returning con­ tributors Ben Proffit. Matt Erb, Mike Steorts, Jeremy Chavis, Tim Brogg and Scott Brooks. Funk said the Trojans will See Trojan previews, pg. 22 �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Apnl 9. 2002 Trojan previews, continued from page 21 be strong in sprints, with field events their greatest weakness. Hamilton and Coo’persville sit atop the conference, and Belding is in its first year in the Blue. Middleville hosts the TK Relays on Wednesday at 4 p.m. and travels to Godwin on Saturday for an invita­ tional beginning at 10 a.m. Girls' Track Middleville’s girls’ track team returns a strong dis­ tance lineup and ninth-year coach Tammy Benjamin says the team is shooting for a top two finish in the O-K Blue Senior Melissa Quisenberry is back after placing sixth in the state in the 3200 meters and seventh in the 1600 last year. Three run­ ners — Quisenberry. sopho­ more Jessica Stortz and jun­ ior Elise Nyland — return to the 3200 relay team that placed third in the state in 2001. Seniors Christine Dood (3200), Brenda Bergakker (shotput. discus). Victoria Stanton (high jump, long jump, sprint relays), Greta Gustafson (pole vault, long jump, sprint relays), Leandra Postema (discus) and Rachel Norton (800 and 1600 re­ lays) are experienced per­ formers. Adding to the mix are juniors Nyland (middle dis­ tance). Angela Blood (sprint relays) and Theresa Miller (100 hurdles), sophomores Aubrey Raymond (300 hur­ dles. sprints) and Stortz (middle distance) and fresh­ man Natalie Hoag (dis­ tance). Coopersville is the favor­ ite in the conference this IT til411 )l Swimsuit season coming soon! Are you Beach ready? Join Today and see results by summer. 9175 Cherry Valley, Suite K • Caledonia M Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-5pm Saturday £am-2pm; Sunday 9am-3pm year Middleville placed third at the conference meet a year ago and finished fourth overall. Middleville hosts the TK Relays on Wednesday at 4 p.m. and travels to Godwin on Saturday for an invita- tional beginning at 10 a.m. Ed. Note: Team photos for boys ’ track and baseball are scheduled for this week and will appear in a future addition of The Sun <&. News. Baseball, softball little league sign-ups Friday This year’s little league sign-up for baseball and softball deadline is Friday, April 12. Registration forms went home with students in grades one through eight. The cost is $35 for an in­ dividual, $60 for two from the same family and $85 for three. The fee includes a Tshirt and hat. This year’s program is be­ ing run by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, not the YMCA. Mike Bremer, program director for the recreation commission, reminds par­ ents that registration forms arc available at the Thornap­ ple Township and Village of Middleville offices. A coaches meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Mon­ day. April 15. in the TKHS cafeteria. The parents meet­ ing is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday. April 22. in the high school cafeteria. The date for the annua) clean-up day when parents and teams work on the Crane Road fields has not been set. The Barry County YMCA is no longer responsible for recreation programming in the Middleville area. TK JV soccer pounds Park The Middleville Thomapple-Kellogg junior varsity soccer team had a great start to its season, beating Wyo­ ming Park 11-0 on Mar. 27. Bethany Stoarts lead the way with 4 goals. Kristy Hall added 2, Katelyn Smith had 2, and Danielle Craw­ ford, Chanda Brice and Holly Vondcr Heide each scored 1. The team boosted its depth by inviting extra freshmen along for the game. The squad is very ex­ cited about the season and hopes to see lots of family and friends at its games. Scot previews, from pg. 19— Wann Weather Request! Becca Busfield (distance) and Kristina McCleve (dis­ tance), and sophomores Samantha Pleva, Korin Hollinshead and Jenna Greers (sprinters) and Angie Maxey (pole vault, high jump). Adding to the mix are Shannon Pleva (sprints), Ka­ tie Hekman (hurdles) and Leslie Radar (shotput). 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Students also worked on their resumes and practiced interviews. Completing these in-class assignments helped students prepare for the actual job shadow. During the job shadow at American Seating, students were paired and assigned to a workplace host. Students then went on a two-hour journey of what a typical day was like with their host. During the tours, hosts talked to students about the importance of gix>d commu­ nication skills, need for punctuality, meeting dead­ lines and the basic responsi­ bilities of each position. Once students returned to TK they wrote thank you letters to their hosts. In addi­ tion, students were required to relate the job shadow ex- • periencc to their own plans for the future. Careers teacher Marcy Uy I said. “This was a won derful experience for our students. I think it helped them understand the needs of the work world better. I really appreciate the work that made our visits to the job sites possible.” April is busy month at Caledonia Library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Caledonia Library is a bustling place this month. Volunteers will be cele­ brated, desserts shared and dancing shoes have been dusted off to support the new library effort. The annual “Just Des­ serts” evening Friday, April 12, allows the Friends of the Library to thank the adult and youth volunteers who make a visit to the library so rewarding. Anyone who would like to share a cookie and say thanks to the volun­ teers is welcome to stop by the library at 7 p.m. Friday. Those who completed the “Let it Snow (somewhere else)” book club for adults this winter have been invited to hear author Sharon McCrumb speak at the Fre­ derick Meijer Gardens Thursday, April 18. As an added benefit, these readers will get to see the gardens’ butterflies. Call the library at 616-647-3840 for more in­ formation. Tickets are going fast for the Friends’ first dance for books in a building. The Friends of the Cale­ donia library encourage Caledonia residents to polish up their dancing shoes and get ready to swing Saturday, April 20, when swing music will fill Rafaella’s by Pa­ gano’s. This is part of the Friends’ fund-raising efforts in support of a new Caledo­ nia Public Library. The Tom Zalaoras Orches­ tra is preparing swing and light jazz numbers tor a spe­ cial evening. Zalaoras leads a 13-piece “big band” or­ chestra he bought in the 1940s. Eight of the current members arc from the origi­ nal band. The band’s selection of classics include I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” “The Prettiest Girl I Ever Saw” and even “Moon­ light Serenade.” Tickets arc $25 per cou­ ple and $15 for an individ­ ual. There will be a cash bar and Joe Pagano will prepare special food for sampling during the evening. Branch manager Jane Heiss reminds those planning to attend that dinner is not included in the price of the tickets. If successful, the friends group hopes to make this an annual event. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Caledonia Library at 616647-3840. Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-04-16.pdf 0cb3da35831b7a0420180e03ecaf76ec PDF Text Text ■iASTIMGS PUBLIC LIBRARY r< >V-: ooioojoo, f p^ic U8R** ^^hurch 12’^C Ml BASING j "" ST 49058 121 $ CHURCH ST /x HASTINGS Ml 490& W and Neivrt Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 16/April 16, 2002 ,131th year Caledonia's 92nd Street connection finally in place by Ruth Zachary Sto# Writer Caledonia Village has fi­ nally completed the deal to allow connection of business areas on the west side of M37 to make 92nd Street /Lake Emmons Drive a pub­ lic street. President Daryl Penfold announced April 10. The paper work was com­ pleted by the end of last week. Lake Emmons Drive /92nd Street has direct ac­ cess to M-37, but until now has been privately owned by S & H Land Company, which originally built the street. A previous legal agreement between S & H and First Companies re­ stricted traffic access from the north of 92nd (from Glen Valley), with the ex­ ception of businesses just north of the private street. Agreements between de­ velopers S & H and First Companies were secured so the public can travel freely between the different areas. Motorists using the business areas will be able to avoid driving out on the M-37 state highway to move be­ tween the businesses. Village officials have dedicated long hours and much expense over four years to achieve parallel ac­ cess through the M-37 com­ mercial strip to secure safe passage for residents and commuter customers alike. The accomplishment is ex­ pected to affect the daily lives of Caledonia residents in a major way. Penfold said the village is to give consideration of do­ nated streets in Glen Valley by First Real Estate, a mat­ ter not yet worked out, but not a major issue in com­ pleting the connection. Legal restrictions on street access from the north is to be dismissed, and the barricades north of 92nd Street and south of the South Rodgers Court extension al- Village officials have dedicated long hours and much expense over four years to acheive parallel access through the M-37 commercial strip to secure safe passage for residents and com­ muter customers alike. ready have been removed. Penfold said. Village owner­ ship, parking lots in front of the Glen Valley Retail area also can be connected. Sections of streets within the S & H development south of 92nd also were to CHS Orchestra earns 1’ rating by Cathy L. Rut ter Staff Writer Musically speaking. Cale­ donia High School is in Dis­ trict #10, but that district festival was held during CHS Interim, so local or­ chestra students went to Dis­ trict #6 (St. Joe and Benton Harbor area) at Lake Michi­ gan College instead. The move certainly didn’t hurt the high school or the honors orchestra, as they both came back from the March 15 competition with straight 1 *s. Senior Matt Boot ex­ plained that this year both the regular orchestra stu­ dents and an honors orches­ tra traveled to the district festival. “Honors orchestra is (made up of) students that are dedicated (to) meet be­ fore school two mornings a week,” he said. Kate Haywood, also a senior, said, “A lot of prep (goes into) both groups. It took a lot of dedication. If we weren’t dedicated, we wouldn’t have been able to pull it off.” And pull it off they did, even during a nerve racking incident. “During sight reading a page was upside down,” ex­ plained senior Liz Martin. That could have spelled catastrophe for the students but they persevered, “We followed (Instructor Pete DeLille), we didn’t question him,” said Boot. "We do a lot of sight reading (in class),” said jun­ ior Lindsey Wyma. “We’re exceptional sight readers.” The orchestra members chose not to go to state com­ petition so they could work on a collage performance coming up in May. DeLille says the students will be spending a lot of time work­ ing with clinicians from the Grand Rapids Symphony. They also will be spend­ ing time working on ad­ vanced level music to pre­ pare for the collage concert May 14 in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. “A collage performance is about 45 minutes of straight music,” explained DeLille. “No pauses in between. Kind of a musical variety show.” DeLille also had a group of students head to the solo and ensemble festival over late winter. The students receiving l’s at District Solo and Ensem­ ble will continue on to state level competition. Students attending were Angela Gould, rating of 1 for violin; Lynsey Anderson, 1 for vi­ ola; Arturo Zirald, 1 for vi­ ola; Katie Musick, 1 for cello; Liz Martin, 1 for bass; Emily Dannison, 2 for vio­ lin, and Julie Wicks, 2 for violin. Lynsey Anderson teamed up with Melanie Glover for a Viola duet re­ ceiving a rating of 1. She also played a string duet with Angela Gould, again receiving a rating of 1. be included as a part of the make 92nd a public street. Other efforts by village deal. Dedicated streets would be accepted in their officials to make driving current condition and would conditions safer for Caledo­ nia residents and commuters include utilities easements. Some streets in the S &H have included: • A three-way stop at development are 66 feet wide and others 50 feet Duncan Lake and Johnson Street. wide, as now indicated in • Securing North Street, a the existing PUD ordinance. One north-south street be­ small private road which hind McDonald’s and the could one day connect the bank is to be 50 feet in village to the Caledonia Vil­ width. If future setback lage Centre. • Support of installing a changes were requested that would change the PUD. S & traffic light at M-37 and H would have to go the 100th Street and to create Planning Commission for an turn lanes at the intersection. • Efforts to reduce the amendment of the PUD or­ speed limit along the com­ dinance. mercial strip of M-37. The overall cost to the vil A community-wide peti­ lage for the effort will be around $100,000, Village tion has been circulated, and President Daryl Penfold both village and township said, though he could not es­ governments have voted to timate the exact figure. The give official support to in­ village will have paid ap­ stallation of a light at 100th proximately $50,000 in at­ torney's fees over the four See 92nd Street, pg. 2 years of negotiations to Road construction woes nearing end by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Council members learned last week that in-ground construction of the Grand Rapids Street project should be completed by April 20 and grading should have be­ gun. Once the grading begins, it will be possible to route traffic north, which may ease some of the congestion. Village President Lon Myers thanked Bradford White for assistance in opening routes through the Bradford White complex for local residents. He pledged that the village and the Mid­ dleville unit of the Sheriff’s Department will continue to monitor traffic in the area. Complicating the con­ struction woes for residents in the Grand Rapids Street area recently was a break in the sewer main at the corner of Dayton and Grand Rapids streets. It took two hours for the break to be repaired. Myers continues to ask residents to be patient. The improvement to the road is worthwhile, he said, The in­ convenience should be over shortly. In other business, council decided not to participate in this year’s Mayor Exchange. Most of the members of council are not available during the day. Bids have gone out for the Stagecoach Park construc­ tion. Some research is being done into how to handle the fiber optic cable. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, in village hall. In This Issue... High honors rcccivcdaft These CHS orchestra students went to the district festival, receiving straight 1’s for their hard work and dedication (back row, from left) Tyler Sinclair, Emily Dannison, Arturo Ziraido. Knstin Uyl, Jacquelyn Kroll, Ashley Brown, Liz Martin, Julie Wicks, (middle row) Lindsey Wyma, Angela Gould, Lynsey Anderson. Mane Couretas Katie Mus.ck, Melanie Glover, (front row) and (sitting) Alysa Catms and Caitiyn Boot. • Reading Month means fun in Caledonia schools • Caledonia Twp. code officer prefers neighborhood approval to problems • Pat Harrison named to Thomapple Twp. Board • TK soccer’s Wustman retires from coaching �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 16. 2002 Spring Intercession at Emmons Lake is for ‘campers’ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia’s Emmons Lake Elementary is on an al­ ternative calendar for the school year, and many par­ ents, working and otherwise, like the schedule because it affords them different op­ tions for the care of their children. During different times of their academic year, Em­ mons Lake students may find themselves on break just when their friends go back to the regular school schedule. What’s a kid to do for fun? Emmons Lake has just the answer — Eagle Camp (Intersession). Eagle Camp is a fun week at school with different things to do each day. Par­ ticipation is voluntary and class sizes are small. A “camper” can experience cooking, crafting, hiking and lots of things to keep them busy. This lends an air of day camp fun to the whole Inter­ session time. Hannah Latham, back, Matthew Miller and Rachel Willoughby, all Kindergarteners at Emmons Lake Elementary get rocking and rolling as “Rhythm and Movement” is taught by camp instructor’ Caroline Ross. Emmons Lake Art Teacher Candice Price teaches campers how to make their own jewelry. Sean Lectka and Mitchell Herlein have fun getting the goo into the baking pan during ‘creative cooking’ taught by Sherie Clark. 92nd Street, continued from page 1 Street and to lower the M-37 speed limit. Village Trustee Nick Unger, who has been working on the effort, said the school district is still be­ ing asked to add support. In another Village Coun­ cil matter last week, the vil­ lage again will have local farmer William Johnson bring in sheep to graze in the area surrounding the sewer plant. The agreement was approved April 8 by the Village Council. Additional fencing in of an adjoining area on village property will be completed before live­ stock are brought in, Trustee Dan Erskine said. The plan allows sheep to help reduce grass in the area, which saves the village on the normal expense for labor hours and equipment to mow around the sewer treatment facility. Last year the plan worked to the satis­ faction of fanners and offi­ cials alike. Caledonia is not the only municipality that has taken this innovative ap­ proach to grounds mainte­ nance. It is used for a variety of large fenced in grassed areas around the country. Renewal of the lease of acreage owned by the vil­ lage along M-37 for use by two farmers, Wayne Rodg­ ers and Bill Neil, also was approved. The land has been farmed for several years.Tbc village may look into a fiveyear lease rather than one year at a time, because farm­ ers do not want to invest in soil treatment costs without assurance of getting back the outlay. Dan Erskine was reap­ pointed to be the Village Farm representative in mat­ ters on farming within the village limits. Citizen cable reception has been poor lately. "For years you could see the pic­ ture but there was no audio, and now you can hear it and just can’t see it," Penfold ex­ plained. Village Manager Sandra Ayers has been working with the recently appointed (by Caledonia Township) committee to improve the problems. One thought was that the furnace coming on may be creating static. The modulator in the cable sys­ tem has been replaced. Unger, in his liaison re­ port said the village gets about one third the amount the township receives from the cable funds, and sug­ gested a proportionate amount of be spending for cable needs be looked into. Caledonia Village offi­ cials welcomed James Bicrlein to his place on the coun­ cil in April. He was sworn in previously. The village is working on the Independence Day cele­ bration, which this year will be held June 29. The com­ mittee apparently is working at full speed, with all ap­ pointments for committees completed. Unger said a fireworks contract has been achieved, and expectations were that this would be the most spec­ tacular show ever, and over­ all, an exceptional celebra­ tion. The main committee meets on the last Wednes­ day of the month, probably in the village office on April 24. There are still more vol unteers needed, for short term duties the day of the celebration to make it hap­ pen. These jobs could in­ clude traffic control, the frog and turtle races or other ac­ tivities. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 16, 2002/Page 3 CHS NHS helps Heartland Healthcare Lindsey Wyma helped Ruth, a resident of Heart­ land Healthcare Centers, to pick out a new blouse and look for a warmer lap robe. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer When personnel from Heartland Healthcare Center originally called Caledonia High School they were hop­ ing a few students could help some of their residents with a shopping trip. What they got was three years worth of CHS Na­ tional Honor Society stu­ dents helping the Heartland residents several times per school year. Students also added their assistance this year with a field trip to Meijer Gardens on East Beltline for the “Butterflies are Blooming” exhibit. They have helped with shopping at Meijer and WalMart. Students push wheel­ chairs when necessary, reach merchandise and gen­ erally lend a hand. The brief but meaningful companion­ ship offered by the students to the Heartland residents also is a big part of these trips. NHS Advisor Ruth Grin­ stead said the support of­ fered by these students is in line with the service projects they perform for the Na­ tional Honor Society. The most recent shopping trip was to Meijer on Knapp and the East Beltline last Thursday. Caledonia NHS students attending were Lindsey Wyma. Erin Peacy. Erin Samuels. Geno Oberlander, Emily Dannison. Kaitlyn Ryan and Michelle Bennett. Though not NHS members, also lending their assistance were Tiffany Rhi­ nehart, Erin Jones, Kristina McCleve and Carrie Nelson. Page Elementary honor roll Fourth Grade Tyler Agostini, JJ. Aki, Geoffrey Albaugh. R.J. Bai­ ley, Austin Bart. Michaela Bccrcns, Mark Beilfuss, Eli Bcrgsma, Travis Bocrsma, Boonstra Tucker, Jessica Brewer, Corrin Bruxvoort, Angela Ciluffo, Dustin Clark, Max Coon, Sarah Cronkright, Louise Curths, Trevor Dalton, Grace Dan­ iels, Emily Daniels, Mat­ thew Davidson, Brittney De­ fever, Alyssa DeGroot, Cas­ sie DeHaan, Rebecca Den­ ney, Alex DeVries, Ben Dickerson. T.J. Dodge, Kathleen Donewald, Audire Ezinga, Megan Foote, Jacob Francisco, Danielle Fredenburg, Amanda French, Caro­ line Fuller, John Gerou, Ni­ cole Grummet, Brittany Hall, Stephanie Hartman, Anna Hauschild, James Hawkes, Joanna Hillman, Kelly Hine, Kyle Hine. Mil­ licent Hoffman, Jessica Hornak. Michelle Howard. Kaley Jachim, Bryan Kars. Kayla Katsma, Shelby Ken­ yon, Kayla Kermeen, Max­ well Kiel. Audrey Koetsier, Cameron Kulhanek, Jillian LaLonc, Michelle Lenartz. Connar Loew, Travis McKenna, Keli Mellen. Ja­ cob Myers. Katie Nesbitt, Camille Nofsingcr, Caitlin Nosanov, Joshua Palmitier, Alex Pelton, Rogelio Pena, Andrea Penfield, Beau Pickard. Kenneth Price, Ty­ ler Rafferty, Sarah Roskam. Lydia Scholtens, Nic Sco­ bey. Donovan Scott. Joshua Scott, Jared Smendik, Chris­ topher Smith, Hannah Stark. Joshua Steensma, Tyler Sto­ ver, Wesley Stowe. Adriana Suarez, Samuel Thaler, Jes­ sica Thomas, Jacob Thorington, Katy Tobin, Nicole Todd, Matraca Tolan, Mat­ thew VanDongen. Brett VanKuilenburg, Jessica VanRhee, Melissa VanStee, Paige Vogel, Kelsey Web­ ster, Nick Weesie, Kelsey Weidmann, Rachel Young and Steven Zatzke. Fifth Grade Maegan Allison, Kailee Anderson, Kirk Barber, La­ ramie Barker. Renee Barnes, Jacob Bauer. Ashleigh Bieski, Kyle Bobolts, Curtis Bouchard, Alyssa Bower­ man. Ryan Brew, Josh Brower, Alicia Bruinsma, Chris Bryan, Eric Buchanan, Zach Buehler, Kody Buursma, Macy Chamber­ lin. David Comeau. Alyson Cooper. Cara Crandell, Ste­ ven Crawford. Michael Cra- Contempo Salon fiddbAainA SpAinq and ouA llh fbmwviAHAij! AFTER SPRING BREAK TAN SPECIAL.. 2 Weeks Unlimited Tanning 52000 pKbdoFF j HIGHLIGHTS FOR GUYS OR GIRLS... COUPON introducing Katie to our staff... Full Set Acrylics *25 Fills *18 • Manicure *12 Pedicure *25 (All Natl Specials with Katie) the cntiu family! Caledonia village Centre • 891-1093 ven, Kyle Dalton, Cade Dammen, Nick DeWald, Dayton Dimond. Beth Fuller. Chelsea Funk, Kolton Geerligs, Brittany Giguere, Kaiti Graham, Amanda Granger, Cassie Groendyke, Parrish Hall, Dylan Hamilton, Joshua Haney. Tiffani Harrington, Ashley Hovinga, Heather Hull. Neal Humbarger, Erin Humphrey, Amber Hunter, Jessica Jacobs, Matte Ja­ cobs, Haily Jager, Jacob Jenkins, Kimberly Junglas, Nick Karelse, Abraham Kim, Joey Koval, Austin Lake, Tyfani Lamkin, Gina Mancuso, Taylor Martenies, Marcus McKeough, Cole Meinke, Zach Mejeur, Mackenzie Meyering, Kari Morey, Amanda Nicholas, Olivia Nieder. Amanda Nye, Emily Ordway, Jordan Owens, Adrienne Palmer, Sara Pappas, Maegan Parks, Alex Peschel, Jessica Pitsch, Jenna Piets, Levi Riegler, Nick Reigler, Danielle Ro­ senberg, Kathleen Scheidel, TK School Lunch Menu Nate Sisson, Charlese Smith, Chris Strickland. Alecia Strumberger, Alexis Strzelecki, Kristin Tedrow, Jenna Teunessen, Colin Texter, Nicole Tinker, James Tobin, Melanie Truer, Becky VanderWerp. Alex­ andra VanderWoude. Alyssa Vereeke, Carter Whitney, Nicole Ybema, Bryant Yo­ der and Nathan Zoet CHS National Honor Society member Erin Peacy helped Mary Ellen look for pen and paper to write thank you notes. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-88B-ga5-3512 Your Partners in Healthcare Are Coming April 30 Pent T.K. Secondary Menu Wednesday, April 17 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks w/warm ham slice or chicken salad on a bun. potato rounds, juice box, milk. Thursday, April 18 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, w/garlic bread of tossed sal­ ad, applesauce, milk. Friday, April 19 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, veggie sticks, fresh orange, milk. Monday, April 22 Chicken nuggets or Rib BQ on a bun, cheesy pota­ toes, pineapple. milk. Tuesday, April 23 Macaroni and cheese or ham and cheese on a bun, peas, trail mix. milk. More Personal Care Is Coming April 30 lock �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Apnl 16, 2002 Red Hat Ladies Society to meet by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer “When I am an old woman I shall wear purple With a red hat which doesn ’t go, and doesn 't suit me... But maybe I ought to practice a little now? So people who know me are not too shocked and sur­ prised • Mowing • Lawn Maintenance • Light Landscaping • Snow Plowing |on & Todd 500 Arlington Rd Middleville. 49058 616.795.5052 or 616.838.5046 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Luing Lord Sunday School ............................ 9 30 a m. Morning Worship ..................... 10:45 a.m. Evening Praise ............... 6:00 p m 'WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH a place to belong. ..a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9:30 & 11.00 a m. Youth Ministry..................................................891-0576 Meeting at the Crow Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denny Boiuna, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside ocg CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Worship . .9:30 a.m. and 690 p.m. (Child A Adult) (Duong the School Year) Rev. R. Scan Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp. iouth Director Al liemeyer. Community Calling Church Office (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a m. & 11:00 a m. WTien suddenly I am old, and start to wear purple. " Those are a few lines from the poem. “Warning” by Jenny Joseph. They are also the premise behind the “Red Hat Ladies Soci­ ety.” These ladies may not be “old,” but they are starting to practice wearing purple — and red hats. In celebration of poetry month, the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library will be host for a light-refreshments gathering for the public to come and meet the founding members of Caledonia’s own chapter of the Red Hat Ladies Society. The time for this event is 1:30 pm. Thursday. April 25. There is no membership requirement or set meeting times for this group. It is purely a social organization. Based on the previous poem, ladies over 50 must wear a red hat and a p rple outfit. Those under 50 wear laven­ der hats and pink outfits. For more information about this and other Kent District Library Caledonia branch activities, call 6473840. Two members of the Caledonia chapter of the Red Hat Ladies Society. Purple outfits and red hats are the only requirements for these ladies. Leighton Church Community oj1 ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m. Praise Singing 1050 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship 7:30 p m Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m Sunday School for All Ages 9 45 a m. Contemporary Style of Worship Sunday Evening Service........................... 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday .6 30 p.m Prayer Meeting • Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday................... 6:00 p.m. Pastor Lloyd DeVormer, Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 897-7407 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody, Asm. PasUx Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary' Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Meaning Worship Service ! 1 .-00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs...................................... 6:45 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, P«<w NORMAN KNORR. Associate Pastor 891-8028 • e-mail: leightonOiserv.net MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class....................... 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. jffletljobist (Eljurdj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...!0:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study One mile east of whitneyville Rd Rev P Adams Pftow 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M 179 Highway <Ch>ef Soondai Road) Wayland. Ml 49M3 • 795-790? Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs VkWupKxm 900 vm aal 1030 im Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurch cc Community Camput foi fifarudiy anZSetvur Redeemer Convenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod-Worship 9:30 am "In Mission With our Money" Res Nomun Kohn^ (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616 8918669 / Fax 891-8648 ww w caledoruaunK org Sundag School 9:30 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barrier Free www iservnet -stpeul Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr _____________ Office 891-8688___________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave., Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun hike) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship . .10:00 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891 0281 930 am Mridtevlte Morning Worshp Sunday School (Jr rtgh 4 Adults) Nursery • Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evening Jr High ■ Grades 64, Wed Everang 1100 a m 945 a m 1100 a.m. 600400 p.m 600-7.30 p m Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. CHURCH An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Hour 11.Warn Wednesday Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship Finding the Way Together! Christian Education J Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hiliman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 6164984001 redeemenriserv.net www redeemertovmanl.org .? member dthe [wmgrird Cmvmmt Chmthn jAmtnoi Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www wayfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible church 250 Nine Street (M-37 to Emmons io Nine' April 21: 800AM 9:30 AM 1100 AM Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service COMMUNITY Sunday CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Worship Service .8 30 a m and 1160 a tn (Jr. Church at HOOoniy) Sunday SctoOi 9 45 a m (Nursery and Quid Care available ihnxigtk’vi the mcaBnj (Missouri Svjnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 St Paul Lutheran Church Lakeside Community Ctsurcts A Place for Famth A iriewAs 6201 Whitney ulk Asenue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worsh9 30 am Sunday School for All Ages 1045 am Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger BuJtmtm • Church Office *48-0391 »■* * lakesadtcommumry arg 8546 WNtneyvi^e Ave at 84th Sr • 891-8661 2415 McCann Rd. Tn Irving) 5ur>day ^rvice Time? 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayor (Hoty Commuraon 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phot* 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Bav. David T. Huatwick llclxcl “The Church where everybody it somebody.. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday Schoo Sunday Momrg Worshp Meemg ar cnope’ or. Mvme/vtie A^e Sunday Evemg Worship Wed MkJweek Prayer 4 BOie SNidy 930 am I 30 am 6 00 pm 7.00 pm Sev TNmoi Surs Posfa • Bosnor Assoc Paua Weoste «*mer^eooeorg IS �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Apnl 16. 2002/Page 5 Two TK superintendent finalists to be interviewed this week bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dutton Elementary brought Lester and his “Weird Science Live" show to the school last Wednesday for a lively time of music, fun, entertainment and, of course, science. Dutton Elementary students see ‘Weird Science’ live John Kingsnorth. Ph D. and Kevin Konarska have been asked back for a sec­ ond and final round of inter­ views this week by the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education The interviews are open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday. April 17 and 18. at 7 p.m. in the Middle School library. Konarska will be inter­ viewed Wednesday. April 17. Kingsnorth will face questions on Thursday, April 18. This time the board will be able to ask specific questions of the candidates. In the earlier se­ ries of interviews the candi­ dates were all asked the same questions. These two were selected from a slate of six, which in­ cluded Susan Bolton, Mi­ chael Jazzar. Therese Peter­ son and David Watson. They were interviewed last week in the search a replace­ ment for the retiring Midge Pippel. John Kingsnorth Kevin Konarska Kingsnorth has been the superintendent of three school districts. He is cur­ rently the superintendent of the Romeo district, north of Detroit. He has family in the Grand Rapids area. Konarska is the assistant superintendent for personnel for the Forest Hills Public Schools. TK school board mem­ bers took three days to hold the six interviews. All six candidates were asked the same questions. Questions included every­ ‘Seance’ raises funds for GFWC scholarship Nicholas Weidman (left) a Dutton Elementary firstgrader and Alyson Lynn, second grade, enjoyed helping Lester show the difference between the cloud formations. Silly songs, crazy antics and loads of science knowledge made this an assembly to re­ member. Doug Brinks and Robin Schweitzer are co-directing the “Seance at Yankee Springs” written by Eileen Moushey. This one time only event May 9 is a fund-raiser for the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club scholarship fund. The donation of $20 per person includes a sit down dinner, an art exhibit and the show. Doors open at 5:30 and dinner begins at 7 p.m. at the Gun Lake Community Church. This audience participa­ tion murder mystery calls on the talents of the diners to negotiate the speech by Ma­ dame Zodiak on astrology and re-incarnation and with the help of the professor and security guard, solve the mystery. The cast includes Darlene Schellinger, Maggie Benja­ min, John Bremer, Mary Fairchild, Randy Eggs and Brent Dietikers. Three of this year’s art scholarship recipients will have work on display. The Bridge Street Gallery in Plainwell, Jefferson Street Gallery in Hastings. Supe­ rior Frames artist Dave VanderArk of Wayland, and Rose Marie Redding of Shelbyville will have art work on display as well. The deadline for tickets is May 1. Call Jean Medendorp at 795-2523 or Phyllis Addition to Page El honor roll Fourth grader Came Sneller also made the honor roll at Page Elementary School for the third marking period. Pence at 795-3136 for reser­ vations. thing from why candidates were looking at the TK opening, experience with negotiating contracts, bond issues, how the new superin­ tendent would reach out to the community, challenges facing education, how the superintendent would deal with parent concerns and 24 other questions. Candidates were asked about the role of athletics, working with the North Central Accreditation proc­ ess, role of technology, how they dealt with criticism, staff development and the role of the board and the su­ perintendent. Pippel will retire offi­ cially on June 30. FOR SALE BY OWNER Custom built, 2352 sq. ft.. 3 bedrooms w w<xxl floors, 2 baths, central air, fireplace in family room, inground, heated p<x>l in the village of Middleville. All for $149,000 Call 795-8828for further information '‘"'Partners in V More Professional Care Is Coming April 30 rofessional, progress/^ More Progressive Care Is Coming April 30 �r rro J»r ■»•** Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Apnl 16. 2002 Middleville motorcyclist hurt in crash on M-37 A Middleville man was taken to Spectrum Hospital Downtown by Aero-Med af­ ter a motorcycle accident last Thursday night at the in­ tersection of M-37 Highway and 108th Street. According to a Michigan State Police report, 22-ycarold Keith McKelvey was traveling on a motorcycle north on M-37 when a vehi­ cle driven by a 30-year-old Middleville woman travel­ ing east on 108th Street failed to yield for McKelvey’s cycle. Mc­ Kelvey was thrown from his cycle, sustaining serious in­ juries. A Caledonia Fire Rescue worker was near the scene of the accident and re­ sponded within minutes. He reported that McKelvey was lucid and responsive, but with major lower extremity injuries when he arrived at the scene. Spectrum Downtown per­ sonnel confirmed Friday that McKelvey was listed in seri­ ous, but stable condition, with multiple fractures. The Michigan State Po­ lice report recorded the acci­ dent as occurring in Thor­ napple Township in Barry County. The representative from Caledonia Fire Rescue reported that the accident did occur in Barry County, but because 108th is the bor­ der for Barry and Kent counties, part of the accident scene actually ended up in Kent County. Michigan State Troopers were assisted at the scene by Kent County Sheriff s of­ fice, Barry County Sheriffs office. Thornapple Town­ ship EMS. Caledonia Fire Rescue. Life EMS and Aero-Med. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the crash. The driver of the car was wear­ ing her seat belt and did not report any injuries. McKelvey was wearing a helmet. The crash remains under investigation. Peace Reformed Church plans Country Gospel Night A Country Gospel Night is planned at Peace Reformed Church between Middleville and Caledonia. The event is part of Peace's continued commit­ ment to expand music min­ istry in areas of both con­ temporary and more tradi tional music. The church invites the community to join in a special time of ringing country gospel »ongs Sunday. April 21 at 6 p.m. The program is packed full of favorites suggested by interested people. Many are Gaither songs, while others are favorite choruses. The church frequently offers opportunities for people to sit and listen to the music. This is instead an opportuni­ ty to come and actively par­ ticipate in an evening of singing praise through coun­ try gospel songs. This event is planned by the Peace Worship Team. The Rev. F. L. “Red" Faber is pastor of the church, while Beth Lewis is director of music and Cindy Tietz, music coordinator. For the Country Gospel Night. Lori Fett is featured at the grand piano, with other vocalists and instru­ mentalists joining her. “I’ve Got Mine’’ Program sponsored by Metropolitan Hospital ............... The “I’ve Got Mine" Program promotes the importance of maintaining good health and having an annual check-up with a physician. Don’t be left out - attend the screening and be able to say “I’ve Got Mine!” Community Health Screening Date Saturday - April 20, 2002 Location Metro Health Caledonia Plaza Caledonia AMBUCS make donation Amy Acton, executive director of the Phoenix Society for Bum Survivors and Shirley Hyatt, treasurer of West Michigan Car Clubs, accept a check from Drew McFadden, vice president of the Caledonia chapter on behalf of AMBUCS To the left is Jessica Kohn, AMBUCS Golf Classic Chairperson. The annual Golf Classic is a major fund-raiser for the Caledonia AMBUCS. Local physician details menopause implications by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dr. Chris Noah of Mid­ dleville brought his exper­ tise as a physician to bear on the implications of meno­ pause. His audience at the GFWC-Gun Lake area April 10 listened intently as he de­ tailed symptoms women ex­ perience. • Noah said that about 10 percent of women begin to experience menopausal symptoms and by age 58 all women are in the midst of this natural progression. Caused by the loss of es­ trogen, symptoms usually include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis and most serious, depression. Noah asked women to talk to their physicians for the best treatment options. To see if serious depres­ sion is a problem, Noah ex­ plained that the diagnosis depends on having symp­ toms which last two months or longer. Women who are de­ pressed most of the day, have diminished pleasure in life, loss (or increase) of ap­ petite, sleep or activity, feel worthless, or may even feel suicidal. The existence of five or more of these symp­ toms should spur women to see their physician. Chris Noah TK Library patrons pick favorite books Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary patrons recently were asked what their favorite book was during "March is Reading Month." Librarian Deb Jones said that according to 96 library patrons surveyed, the results were: #1 — A tie between Clif­ ford the Big Red Dog by Bridwell and Holes by Sachar. #2 — A tic between the Harry Potter books by Rowling and Taming the Star Runner by Hinton. #3 — A tic among Dune by Herbert, All Around the Town by Clark. 1 Spy by Wick, A to Z Mysteries by Roy, A Scries of Unfor­ tunate Events by Snicket, Rufferella by Gill-Brown, The Bible, and Junie B., First Grader (at last!) by Park. 8941 North Rodgers Court, Caledonia Time 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost $10 per participant FREE to the first 100 participants No appointment necessary Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... The health screening includes: -.................. • cholesterol/HDL screening • body fat percentage • blood pressure screening • glucose screening • a 17-page personalized health report Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... Metropolitan Hospital w’uu’. metrohealth, net 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Apnl 16. 2002/Page 7 Townships seek new equipment together Mark G. Knickerbocker HASTINGS - Mark G. Knickerbocker, age 42, of Hastings, passed away April 12, 2002 at Howell Care Center. Howell. Mich. Survived by his father, Gerald L. Knickerbocker and a special friend. Nancy Stonehouse, of Hastings; two brothers. Dale Knicker­ bocker of Middleville and Bruce Knickerbocker of Middleville; one niece. Kaylee; two nephews. Kyle and Kody; one step-sister. Doro­ thy Barton of Hastings; one step-brother. Stanley (Bar­ bara) Stevens of Hastings; and his step-father. Bill Potter of Middleville. He was preceded in death by his mother. Vivian Y. Potter, his grandparents. Roy and Beatrice Blough. Paul and Alta GaCkler. Harry Knickerbocker, and his step-mother. Harriet Knickerbocker. Private memorial services were held for the family. Rev. Douglas A. Gross offi­ ciated. Interment Rutland Cemetery. Hastings. MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the Howell Care Center. Howell. MI. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Mid­ dleville. lone Alderink Jone Alderink. age 84, we<jt to be with her Lord on Tuesday. April 9. 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Forest. She is survived by her children, Ixc R. and Lu (Anna) Alderink of Hudsonville. Rosalind and Dick Meyer of Byron Center. Phyllis and John Lammers of Battle Creek; 18 grandchildren; 34 great­ grandchildren; seven greatgreat-grandchildren; her brother-in-law. Ivan Alder­ ink of lake Odessa; her sis­ ters-in-law, Nellie Birman of Cascade. Gladys Dailey of Lake Odessa; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service for lone was held Saturday, April 13. 2002 at Gaines United Brethren Church. Pastor Mark Beers officiat­ ed. At her request cremation has taken place. “Never fear shadows, they simply mean there’s a light shining somewhere nearby.” (Ruth E. Renkel). The family requests mem­ orial contributions be made to the American Heart Association or Barry Coun­ ty Hospice. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuipcr-DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. Give a memorial that can go on forever,.. A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 to order your subscription. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The ink is barely dry on the new contract (signed by Yankee Springs Township Supervisor Al McCrumb and Clerk Jan Lippert by the April 1 deadline) and al­ ready signs of cooperation between Yankee Springs and Thornapple townships are blooming. Assistant Chief Dave Middleton. the Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices liaison, reported to the board at the April 11 Yan­ kee Springs meeting on equipment needs. While some of the mem­ bers of the board were hesi­ tant to seek bids for some of the lower cost items, they gave Middleton approval to seek bids for a brush truck, tanker, "mule" and a rigid inflatable boat. A brush truck, use to fight grass fires, is the first prior­ ity for the district. Middle­ ton told the board that a "mule," an offroad vehicle that can be equipped as a rescue unit would enable the department to get down the trails where vehicles cannot reach. The rigid inflatable boat similar to a Zodiac can be lifted by four firefighters and carried across a lawn and into the water even if their is no public access. The tanker truck and other equipment will be similar to other equipment already owned by TTES since firefighters will be us­ ing the equipment whether it is at TTES or at the Yankee Springs fire bam. At the Thomapple Town­ ship meeting April 8. Mid­ dleton also submitted a list of equipment needs. TTES personnel hope that by sub­ mitting the bids together there will be some opportu­ nity to save money. Both townships have the option of accepting or re­ jecting any bids. Yankee Springs can schedule deliv­ ery of vehicles to match the receipt of funds from the last year of the millage. Both townships will be installing dry hydrants in area lakes and rivers. This will help the TTES because they will have ac- cess lo water- more easi,y and in more volume than Jusl bringing a tanker truck. ■■■■ . Village Stylists Salon Welcomes... 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Ml/Apnl 16. 2002 Speaker Mark Brown helps TKMS students understand differences by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mark Brown, a native of Kingston, Jamaica, and champion public speaker, brought his considerable tal­ ents to the Thornapple Kel­ logg Middle School last week to help students under­ stand how damaging bully­ ing can be. Using examples from Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” Brown showed how all people can be both the hero and the villain. He stressed that “we don’t like what we don’t under­ stand” and this fear can in­ fluence how we relate to others. In fact sometimes we don’t understand the way words can be used as clubs. According to Brown, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” is a lie. The truth is “unkind words can break my heart and there is no surgery for a broken heart.” He asked students to think about ways to make a differ­ ence in Middleville. He asked them to do the hard task of finding the talents and gifts of students they may not like or understand. “It is possible to build great relationships” in your school and village. He en­ couraged them to live with tolerance and respect for others. Many students spoke with Brown after his talk. His ap­ pearance at the school was made possible through the QSP magazine sale program sponsored by the Reader’s Digest. Mark Brown asked stu­ dents at Thomapple Kel­ logg Middle School to “Be like Belle" from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and find the humanity in even those they fear or dislike. NEWEST CITIZEN OPEN SUNDAY \PKII 21 • 12-2 PM 3832 Oi l) ELM DRI\ F. BAILEY’S GROVE CONDO * 2 bedrooms. 2 full baths and four season porch Finished day­ light with family room and the 2nd bedroom Priced $5,000 below new Don't miss this delightful condo It sparlies like new $149,900. HASTINGS - Spacious 4 bed room ranch on large country lot. An enclosed porch perfect for summer relaxation. 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The Scots actually scored all three goals, with the two they wanted coming in the first half. Laura Bashlor fin­ ished a pass from Hallie Hargreaves for the first tally, followed shortly by a pic­ ture-perfect goal from Brooke Hendry, who depos­ ited a shot just inside the far post. In the second half, an er­ rant clearing attempt by Caledonia’s defense unfor­ tunately found the back of the Scot net for an own-goal that cut the lead to 2-1. Keeper Hannah Cooley made some big saves down the stretch to preserve the win, and coach Kate Selke also had praise for the de­ fensive play of Emily Birtles. The Scots host Wayland tonight and travel to Sparta on Thursday. Both games begin at 7 p.m. Mattawan 2, Caledonia 0 Caledonia suffered its first loss of the young sea­ son at Mattawan on April 8. The Scots controlled the last fifteen minutes of the first half but were unable to score, and the two teams went into intermission in a scoreless deadlock. Mattawan came out fired up in the second and scored two goals, the first off a Caledonia defensive error and the second off a great shot to the upper corner. Mattawan made the lead stand up for the rest of the game. Coach Selke’s outstand­ ing performances of the game went to Carlie Sanxter and Stacey Jenema. JV Report The JV Scots boosted their season record to 2-0-1 with a 2-0 win over Mid­ dleville on Friday. Rachel Buckner broke a 0-0 second-half tie off a cor­ ner kick from Megan Sandtveit. Moments later, an indi­ rect free kick by Buckner was met by Carissa Van­ loon, who scored for the fi­ nal margin of victory. Other solid efforts came from Melissa Baum, Katie Donohue and Stcfanic Maxim. It was the team’s third-straight shutout. The JV girls’ soccer learn also beat Mattawan 2-0. Speedster Rachel Buckner finished a breakaway oppor­ tunity to break a 0-0 halftime tie, and scored again with only five seconds left in the game to wrap up the scoring Melissa Baum. Dcanne Warner and Brooke Ziesemer worked some nifty give-and-go’s for scoring opportunities, and Erica Donnell, Katie Donohue, Carlie Farver, Sarah Phillips and Megan Sandtvcit played well on defense. Keeper Jo­ sephine Oblingcr recorded her second shutout of the season. Thanks to you Barry County... 1,238 youth between the ages of 4 and 19 participate in over 100 different project areas through the Barry County 4-H. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community 29 Years, 11 Months... April 18,1972 to April 18, 2002 Dr. Eldon Newmyer has been in practice for....^ 30 YEARS!! > He is humbly thanking this community for utilizing Chiropractic Care. YES.. . He is still accepting new patients! LOCATED AT 127 E. MAIN, MIDDLEVILLE « (616) 795-7096 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apnl 16. 2002/Page 9 Heading Month ends with fun, favorite books by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Favorite books were fea­ tured during March Is Read­ ing Month activities in the elementary schools and at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. Junie B. Jones and Clifford the Big Red Dog still delight younger chil­ dren. “Harry Potter. A Series of Unfortunate Events” and even still the “Goosebumps” series keep older students reading. At McFall, students read more than 1,208 hours enti­ tles them to a visit from their principal. Bill Rich, dressed as a monkey visiting their classrooms with mon­ key treats and monkey sto­ ries, too. At Lee students dressed as their favorite characters and were caught being good. At Page 84 (52 fourth­ graders and 32 fifth-graders) scmbly before the end of the school year. Page students read a grand total of 63.800 min­ utes during March. At the Thornapple Kel­ logg School and Community Library Lindsay Hodges was the winner of tickets to see “Beauty and the Beast” at Celebration Cinemas. Reading doesn't stop just because March is over. The school librarians continue to bring books to the attention students read 450 minutes each. These students earned tickets to a Whitecaps game. There were 26 students (12 fourth-graders and 14 fifth-graders) who read for 1,000 minutes. This earns them the right to smoosh pies into the faces of willing faculty volunteers at an as- GENERAL HOME REMODELING LOCATED IN HASTINGS. Ml Drywall Contractors Baseball stories still get boys excited for Long-term Care Costs? Students at Lee read their favorite books and became their favorite characters. One girl was Pippi Longstocking Call or stop by today. girls Drew McFadden Investment Representative 91*5 Cherry Velley Ave. S£ Suite E, Caledonia. Ml 49316 Toll Free *664911173 A rodeo princess can enjoy reading too* Spring Arrivals DAILY! 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A number of different plans and options are available to meet your needs, and I can help determine the best plan for you. of students. TK School and Commu­ nity Librarian Deb Jones re­ minds parents that story hours continue at the library inside the high school Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and on Thursday evening. April 25. at 7 p.m. “I hope parents follow the example of their children and share their favorite books. No one should ever leave the library empty handed. ” Jones says. -Diamond I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 16. 2002 Average driving costs drop The average cost of dri­ ving a new car has dipped .8 cent per mile from one year ago to an estimated 50.2 cents per mile, AAA’s annu­ al Your Driving Costs study shows. This is the first decline reported by AAA since 1993 when driving costs declined .1 cent per mile to 38.7 cents. Most of this year’s decline in annual automobile costs is due to lower fuel prices, AAA said. AAA’s estimate of annual per automobile expenses is considerably higher than the 36.5 cents per mile allowed by the United States Internal Revenue Service. The IRS tax allowance for business mileage has never allowed full reimbursement of expenses associated with car ownership and use. AAA’s annual Your Driving Costs study reports motorists driving 15,000 miles this year will spend an average of $7,533 on auto­ related expenses, down $ 121 since last year. Operating costs - gas and oil, maintenance and tires decreased 1.8 cents from PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Year 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 AAA's ANNUAL DRIVING COSTS ESTIMATES Cost Per Year Cost Per Mile $7,533 50.2 cents $7,654 51.1 cents $7,363 49.1 cents $7,050 47.0 cents $6,908 46 1 cents $6,723 44.8 cents $6,389 42.6 cents $6,185 41.2 cents $5,916 39.4 cents $5,804 38.7 cents $5,824 38.8 cents 13.6 cents to 11.8 cents per mile as a result of lower gas prices. Ownership costs increased 41 cents per day, however, from $15.38 per day to $15.79. AAA’s cost esti­ mates are based on computa­ tions made by Runzheimer International of Rochester, Wise., a management con­ sulting firm specializing in transportation, travel and liv­ ing costs. AAA’s cost figures are based on a composite nat­ ional average of three dom­ estically built 2002 cars - a subcompact Chevrolet Cav­ alier LS, a mid-size Ford Taurus SEL Deluxe and a full-size Mercury Grand Marquis LS. These similarly equipped vehicles include air conditioning, automatic transmission, power steer­ ing, AM/FM stereo, dual air bags, antilock brakes, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, tinted glass and a rear-win­ dow defogger. The study also included Ontu% Real Estate For The Real World™ “Partners in Success” Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 tach office independently owned and operated FREEPORT 11395 108th Unique opportunity for hobby fanners or investors. 4 dwellings and 4 large outbuildings. 39 acres. Pasture, woods, river frontage. $269,000. Ginny Sines 901-2401 driving costs for sport-utility vehicles and minivans. AAA says the cost to drive a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is 53.8 cents per mile, down 2 cents per mile from last year. The driving costs for a Dodge Caravan SE are 49.1 cents per mile, down 2.1 cents per mile from last year. A pam­ phlet, Your Driving Costs, is available at AAA Michigan offices statewide. Single copies also can be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped business envelope to: Your Driving Costs, Public Relations Department, AAA Michigan, 1 Auto Club Dr., Dearborn, MI 48126. As North America’s largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides its 45 million mem­ bers with travel, insurance, financial and automotiverelated services. Since its founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, full­ tax-paying AAA has been a leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. AAA Michigan, a national affiliate, can be vis­ ited on the Internet at: www.aaamich.com. Beulah E. Hess HASTINGS - Beulah E Hess, age 65. of Hastings (formerly of Middleville), died Monday. Apn I 15.2002 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was bom in Morley. Mich, on Jan. 12. 1937. the daughter of Edgar and Agnes (Polance) Fredenburg. She married Glen W. Hess. April 17, 1954. Glen preceded her in death June 22. 1997. Beulah is survived by her children. Ron (Rita) Hess of Freeport. James (Helen) of Wyoming. William Hess and friend (Deb Rice) of Hastings. Mary (Isa) Shultz of Hastings, many grand­ children. great-grandchil­ dren. and many dear and close friends. In keeping with her wish­ es. cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday. April 20. 2002, 3 p.m. at Cedar Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Humane Society or the charity of ones choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Space available for Middleville invitations? play group Stop bj and check out There is still space avail­ able in today’s (Tuesday, the large selection at April 16) PAT play group for Middleville area fami­ J-Ad Graphics lies. 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Call John Cook 698-8854 or John Cook Jr. 698-8069 Res. Bldg. &. Remod­ eling in G. R. area since 1960. movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & midnight onFri . 4SaL Cathy Williamson CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 9040 100th S.E Well maintained ranch tn a great area Take a dip in the in-ground pool on those hot summer days. Then snuggle up to the fireplace and watch the deer in this 3 bedroom. 2-1/2 bath home. Paul Davis 291-0063 Cathy Williamson has been a licensed real estate agent for over 20 years and has earned the CRS and GRi designations She received I an award for Realtor of the Year for the Michigan Association of Reabors. Cathy also director for the Grand Rupuh Association of Reabors Call Cathy today al 293-7391 VHS/DVD movies A playtr reatais fllovie Outpost Special Order* a*d Previewed movies A Rent One Movie Or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon gimci for tale. Gift Certificates A Gift Baskets VMS A Game Accessories Reservations o® movies Offer good at Caledonia location Free rertN of equal or tow value One coupon per vtMt ptaaae Expires 05-31-62 Product Id: SunAd Weekly specials J Don’t Forget the Popcorn... �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 16. 2002/Page 11 March students of the month selected at TKMS Eighth graders recognized in March were in the front row are Kathryn Chapman. Ron Christians, Shelby Donker, Mitchell Fisher and Chhs Grummet. In the middle row are Kathryn Hauschild, Troy Hayward, Kristen Kidder and Justin Koza Stand­ ing in the back are Erica Peschel, Alicia Reynhout, Holly Smith, Chelsey Strumberger. Jason Terpstra and Alicia Zinn. Josh Cross and Nicholas Stark were ab­ sent when the picture was taken Sixth graders selected as Students of the Month from left in the front row are Rachel Bickford, tucker Bowerman, Anna Cisler and Amy DeMaagd In the middle row are Joshua Foote, Danielle Johnson, Kelsey Krey and Daniel Lemon. Stand­ ing in the back are Angelina Mazzucco, Ya-Yi Schaefer-Space, Nicole Stahl, Fa­ bian Suarez and Josh Vrona. Kody Burns, Kaitlyn Otto and Brett Schut were ab­ sent when this picture was taken. Play groups for children 5 and younger forming in Caledonia Anne Krebill is bringing successful play groups which are part of the Bright Beginnings Parents as Teachers program to Cale­ donia. This program offers play­ groups for children from birth to 5 years old. The first one in Caledonia will be on Friday, April 19, at 10 a.m. at Emmons Lake PAT play groups will be Elementary. held on May 3 and June 5 at The theme of this month’s 10 a.m. at Emmons Lake group is What’s Sprouting Elementary. Groups will re­ in spring. The group in­ sume in September. cludes circle time, a plant making table, free play and a fun snack. Families must Call 945-9554 for register by calling 293-8532 to register as space is lim­ classified ads ited. w Caledonia ^11 Class of 2002 Raffle I I Seventh graders on this month’s list are in the front row Keley Brown, Caitlin Chamberlin, Jessica Fisher and Whitney Harper. In the middle row are Lisa Hay­ wood, Michael Hoag, David Hurtado, and Neil LaVoie. Standing in the back are Ashley Moore, Eric Reyff, Justin Skaggs, Tamara Stevens and Alison Whitney. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Drawings will be held on May 7th, 2002 at the Academic Awards Banquet. You need not be present to win! lOwNawn _/Keaiou>S Retiiement Oiilaye 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Ml 49058 . ' fNotc Taking Reservations^ Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted living services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory’ care for those with Alzheimer s disease _ _________________ and other related dementias.___________________ 616897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www leisure-living u>m Swierenga Jewelers has donated a 14K gold mounting with trilliant cut fine tanzanite pendant with 5 round brilliant cut diamonds at .10ct. on 18" 14K snake chain. Car Wash for one year. Donated by Cascade, Jenison and Greenville Car Washes. Why live alone when you can live with us? An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community Caledonia Class of 2002 is sponsoring a raffle for the perfect Mother's Day Gifts... Tickets (‘5.00) are being sold at: Swierenga Jewelers (891-5750), Caledonia High School office (891-8129), Smith-Diamond Realty (891-2222) or contact Lisa Petty (291-4040) �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 16, 2002 Reading Month means fun in Caledonia schools by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Reading Incentive Pro­ gram. Reading Readiness. Reading is Fundamenta — no matter how you say it, reading is just plain fun in Caledonia. Especially during March Reading Month. The students at Caledo­ nia, Dutton, Emmons Lake and Kettle Lake Elementary Schools had a good time during the festivities and events planned at each school during the whole month of March. Caledonia Elementary sponsored a lot of different activities during its month long program. Activities in­ cluded a Third grade auction with high school ag teacher Al Steeby as auctioneer and an edible “aquarium.” com­ plete with two gummi fish and a shark for every reader. The top reader for upper ele­ mentary and lower elemen­ tary was presented with a gold fish bowl complete with accessories. Fish were not included. Among the favorites were activities planned by Librar- A good natured parody on N Sync is Emmons Lake Elementary’s own N'Stink (from left) Todd De­ Jong, Todd Holstege, Scott Carpenter. Principal Gordie Nickels and Paul Wanless Lauren Stanton could be a professional storyteller instead of a newsperson. She held the Dutton stu­ dents enthralled as she read from her book. Local and regional “celebrities" were brought in to read to Dutton Elementary students during the month of March. It wasn’t clear whether the kids had more fun asking questions of or listening to the book read by CHS running champion Tim Ross. Emmons Lake teachers posed as “groupies" for the spoof on N’Sync. Dutton Elementary took the recent Olympics as their theme all month long with a creative stage dressed up with skiers and skaters and lots of “snow.” Local and regional “ce­ lebrities” read to the stu­ dents, including CMS Prin­ cipal “Buzz” Leatherman, Superintendent Doug Busman, CHS state cham­ pion runner Tim Ross and TV-8’s Jack Dole with a real Olympic torch. Dutton fin­ ished off their month with a day of Olympic fun and games. Emmons Lake held a Reading Incentive Program (RIP) evening, keeping the parents out way past their bedtime. During the day ac­ tivities were held for races Samantha Nearing and Nathan DeVries, first grad­ ers at Dutton Elementary, practice as future Olympic hopefuls for the baton race. and general silliness includ­ ing a parody of N’Sync and their “groupies.” Kettle Lake students took part in an all-night Reading Incentive Program. The gen­ eral idea is to see just who will outlast each other, the students or the parent chap­ erones. Crafts, games, mov­ ies and fun were on the agenda all night long. No matter what the pro­ gram or enticement was for each school, they all reached their goals — getting the students to read and making it a fun adventure. Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality’ dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Your Smile The First Thing People See! Playing games and hanging with friends is an im­ portant part of Kettle Lake’s RIP overnight program. Game time is also a much-needed break from ear splitting noise for the parent chaperones. �The Sun and News. Middleville, MUApnl 16. 2002/Page 13 Dutton Elementary really set the stage for their Reading Month with mannequins lent by Mike Billingsley of Rogers Department Store. They kept the Olympic theme throughout their month­ long reading program. More photos pn page 17 Taco fixins’, ice. cotton candy and popcorn keep the kids and parents happy. Kettle Lake teacher and mom, Julie VanSickle, takes a break from the activi­ ties for a brte to eat. ABOVE LEFT: Emmons Lake Kindergartner Ashley Dougherty manuevers in the balloon race. Caledonia Elementary hosted an auction for third grade readers, along with other amusements. Evan Donnelly was the proud bidder for this Paul Mitchell shoulder pack with 14 points he accumulated during reading month. Dutton 2nd-grader Keagan Sundstrom com­ petes in the spoon race. New Cars, New Trucks GIVI Certified Used Cars 2000 Pontiac Firebird 2000 Dodge Durango SLT 4x4 1999 Pontiac Grand Am SE 1997 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4x4 Own a low mile, dean classic today1 Leather, 3rd seat. 4 door, clean and tight as new! 350 V-8, auto , air, mcl. 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Sometimes cleanup and disposing of un­ the owner is storing useful wanted items that were im­ items in the yard. Trash is defined in the possible to clear out over the winter, and new Caledonia Caledonia ordinance as used Township code enforcement articles, or pieces of iron, officer Betsy Macicak has scrap metal, automobile bodies, machinery parts or some suggestions. Though it’s better to ask a discarded machinery, used neighbor to deal with a po­ lumber, ashes, garbage, in­ tential problem before tak­ dustrial waste, empty cans, ing it to officials, sometimes bottles, boxes, barrels, and people do complain, said trash and not stored in a Macicak. She said com­ building. Old cars should be plaints mostly have been removed within 30 days un­ about junk and junk vehi­ less stored inside. Macicak said for getting cles. Taking care of junk is one way of being a good rid of unwanted items, there neighbor, because some are actually six pages of re­ kinds of things people col­ sources under “Rubbish and lect in their yards can be a Garbage Removal” in the Yellow Pages. Local papers problem for others. People often don't know may also have listings under how to get rid of things like services provided in classi- VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEAT Interested citizens invited to apply for one open seat on the PLANNING COMMISSION Apply m writing to Village of Middleville. 100 East Main Street, Attn Lon Myers. Village President Letters must be received by 5:00 p.m. April 19, 2002 Rhonda L. Fiak Village Clerk Betsy Macicak Tied sections. Fortunately for Caledonia residents, the South Kent Landfill at 300. 100th Street SW in Byron Center is rela­ tively close. The phone Thornapple Heritage Assn, elects slate of officers The Thornapple Heritage Association elected new of­ ficers last Thursday. George French is now president. Sue Reitman vice president. Jack Spencer treasurer and Lorraine Otto and Patricia Spencer will Particjjiants Aquinas College Central Michigan University Davenport University Eastern Michigan University' Grand Rapids Comm. College (.rand Valley State University Kellogg Community College Lansing CommunityCollege Michigan State University Oakland University Olivet College Saginaw Nalley State University Sienna Heights University Spring Arbor University University of Michigan Western Michigan University Eerris State University Kellogg Community College 2950 W. M-179 Highway Hastings. MI 49058 Phone: 616-948-9500 Fax: 616-948-9522 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE number is 877-4092. Another category of com­ plaint relates to loose dogs. Macicak said dogs are re­ quired to be on their owners* property at all times unless on a six-foot leash. Barking dogs also are a problem to neighbors. All dogs over the age of six months are required to have a license, and no one is allowed to own more than three. Licenses can be ob­ tained at the Kent County Animal Shelter. Phone 3363948. Macicak said "The town­ ship’s goal is not to give tickets or fines. The goal is to gain compliance with the ordinance. The usual proce­ dure is to verify if a com­ plaint is valid, and if it is, "to contact the owner of the property, let them know about the ordinance, and that they need to take action to KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE Education Day Fri., April 19th 9am - 3pm The KCC Fehsenfeld Center, in association with the KCC Admissions Department, will host an “Education Day” on Friday, April 19th between 9 am and 3 pm. Admission rep­ resentatives from the colleges/universities listed to the left are scheduled to appear. This represents an excellent opportunity to discuss your future educational/transfer plans directly with the repre­ sentative from the college(s) of your choice without driv­ ing all over Michigan. share the secretary’s duties. Members of the associa­ tion said they are pleased that many of their officers have ties to the pioneer families from the area. French is the grandson of Mercedes Shields French and Clarence French. He is the son of George Hiram and Florence French. His daughter is the fourth gen­ eration to attend Middleville Schools. Reitman is the daughter of Floyd and May Belle Ol­ iver Holes. She is also the chair of the Save the Depot Committee. Otto's parents were Sherks. Besides just ties to the past, all the officers have ties to the present and past of the area. The meeting also noted the ongoing preservation of materials related to the Thomapple area. Archivist for paper mate­ rial is Roberta Meeker. She has catalogued material al­ ready donated. Committee members are collating mate- correct the problem." She said time is given so they can do that. "The goal is vol­ untary compliance. "To people concerned with what is going on with their neighbor's property... People appreciate a friendly visit from their neighbor let­ ting them know there is a problem as opposed to hear­ ing about a problem from a township official I always recommend the friendly ap­ proach first, and then if that doesn't work, they can call the township." "For the most part, people want to get along with their neighbors." Macicak was hired under the title of programs special­ ist. but her job description duties include ordinance en­ forcement. a function not performed in the township for several months. She also serves as a liaison to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Macicak served as a po­ lice enforcement officer for 18 years at the Grand Rapids Police Department for about 14 years and about three or four years at the Ottawa County Sheriff Department. She was highly recom­ mended by her career asso­ ciates. She began her duties Feb.11. Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES March 26, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr. William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg The min­ utes of the March 12. 2002 meeting were approved as cor­ rected The Agenda was approved as written Mr Clair Miller, Earth Tech, submitted the monthly report. ACTIONS TAKEN: 1. Adopted Resolution #02003, Cross Connection Control on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs. Van­ denBerg Roll call voted resulted in 7 Ayes. 2. Agreed to not exercise the option to purchase the Fremont Street property and authorized the Village Manager to draft a letter to Consumers Energy noti­ fying them of the Village s intent to not purchase the property on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved the invoices dated March 22. 2002 m the amount of $28,062 69 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Appointed Mr Bray as President Pro Tempore on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5 Appointed Neva Kenyon to a term expiring April 30. 2007 on the Housing Commission. Char­ les Pullen and Bette Koeplinger to terms expinng April 30. 2005 on the Zoning Board of Appeals and Catherine Beyer, Lynn Steward and Cheryl Myers to terms expiring April 30. 2005 on the Planning Commission on a motion made by Mrs Vanden­ Berg and supported by Mr Bray. 6. Adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The completed text of the min­ utes mav be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5:00 p m . Monday through Friday. THE BARRY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMIS­ SIONERS WILL HOLD THE April 23, 2002, MEETING at 7:00 p.m. AT THE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP HALL, 200 W. MAIN ST, MID­ DLEVILLE, Ml. ALL INTERESTED INDIVIDU­ ALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. Continued next page SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES, located in Hastings, has im­ mediate opening for a part-time SLP to provide services to inpa­ tients. CCC required unless supervision can also be provided for CFY. Varied caseload includes Pediatric, Geriatric and Swallowing Dysfunction treatments. New Grads please apply! Experience in Video Fluoroscopy is helpful. Salary negotiable. Please send resume, along with letter of introduction to: PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES Attn. Human Resources Dept. 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: (616) 948-1753, Fax: (616) 945-0825, E-mail: pennockl@iserv.net www.pennockhealth.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 16. 2002/Page 15 Pat Harrison appointed to Thornapple Twp. Board by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Town­ ship Board unanimously se­ lected Pat Harrison to fill the township trustee vacancy left when Susan Vlietstra was appointed township clerk, replacing Donna Sta­ gray, resigned. Four candidates applied for the position, Harrison, David Newman, Russ DcMaagd and Bob Kenyon. Both Vlietstra and Harri­ son will have to run in the next election to retain their positions. There will now be an opening on the Planning Commission since only one Township Board trustee is allowed to serve on that commission. Trustee Rex Schad has been the town­ ship's representative. He and Harrison will have to decide which one resigns. in other business, trustees are waiting for more infor­ mation before approving in­ surance quote. The board approved a memorandum of under­ standing with the M-37 Cor­ ridor Committee, which will allow the committee to ap- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting APRIL 10, 2002 A special meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 5:35 p.m. Present Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak. Rob­ ertson. Stauffer Also Present Staff: Marcia Clark, DeAnna Palmer, Clara Hebert Colleen Gtamo, Lois Barber, Rich Pierson NEW BUSINESS: Work ses­ sion and discussion on the Job Evaluation Ran (JEP). PUBUC COMMENT. Hebert questioned when comparing with other townships, was bene fits taken into consideration? Palmer questioned the 5% town­ ship match tor deterred compen­ sation Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held Beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the April 3. & April 10 B. Correspondence Not re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer s Report E. Building Department Re­ port F Utilities Report 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10 NEW BUSINESS A. Closed Session - Discus­ sion of Communication From Attorney in Regards to Water Transfer Agree­ ment B Recommendations of Changes From Finance Committee C. Discussion - Thornapple River Clean-Up D. Motion - Design Approval for Future Utility Projects 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT ply for grants. It was noted that the Barry County Board of Commissioners will hold one of its regular monthly meetings at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, in the Thomapple Township Hall. Supervisor Don Boysen also gave an overview of road plans. He told the board that the the town­ ship’s cost for Whitneyville Road may be less than an­ ticipated. The board agreed to an updated cost for gravel in the township since the Barry County Road Commissiion now estimates gravel will cost $20,000 rather than the $9,000 the township allo­ cated. The Road Commisison has approved having the township pay its portion of the Whitneyville project over two years. The next meeting of the Township Board is May 13 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. Thomapple Heritage Association, contd. from page 14-----rials about the families and events in the community. Maureen Robinson is the archivist for photographs and pictures. She is also compiling a series of inter­ views with local senior citi­ zens. Eldon Newmyer is col­ lecting and caring for all the other objects in the collec­ tion. Anyone with materials to donate can call 795-2042 for information. The group hopes to estab­ lish a museum in the near future. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Carveth Village. Meetings are open to the public. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6, 2002. at 700 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan concerning the appli­ cation of Calvin and Daryl Kootker to rezone the following described lands from R-1 Low Density Single Family to PUD—Planned Unit Development The lands are commonly described as approximately 7190 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No 41-23-10-265-001), 7180 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No 41-23-10-276-003). and 7192 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No 41-23-10-276-004) and are legally desenbed as follows That part of the NE 1/4 of Section 10. T5N R10W. Caledon^ Township. Kent County Michigan, desenbed as Beginning at the E 1/4 comer of said Section thence S 88°55W 2689 10 feet along the South kne of said NE 1/4 to the center of said Section thence N 00'5754* W 745 54 feet along the West tone of said NE 1/4; thence N 88°55 E 766 45 feet, thence N 01*02” E 182.0 feet thence N 88’55 E 573.24 feet to the West kne of toe SE 1/4 of said NE 1/4; thence N 00’5225* W 391 71 feet along said West kne thence N 88*5025* E 471 78 feet along toe North line of the SE V4 of said NE 1 4 to the Southerly kne of Pme Edge Estates thence S 70*47 E 433 80 feet along said Southerly kne thence N 89^2 E 467 22 feet along said Southerly line: thence S 00’47 E 1166 82 feet along the East tone of said NE 1 /4 to toe place of beginning Subject to highway R O W tor Alaska Avenue over toe Westerly 33 feet thereof A copy of toe proposed rezonmg is on Me and may be examined at toe offices of toe Caledonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caleooma Michigan. dunng Township office hours Ail interested persons may attend toe pubhc hearing and comment upon toe proposed rczontng ordinance. Wntten comments may be submitted to toe Townsh<> offece al toe above-stated address, up to toe feme of the pubhc hearing SERVING OUR COUNTRY Charles Q. Olson Marine Corps Pvt. Charles Q. Olson, son of Rosemary A. Olson of Middleville and Marshall C. Olson of Coral. Mich., recently completed basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot. San Diego. Olson successfully com­ pleted 12 weeks of training designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physi­ cally and mentally. Olson and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a.m.. by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical conditioning program. Ol­ son spent numerous hours in classroom and field assign­ ments which included learn­ ing first aid. uniform regula­ tions, combat water survival, marksmanship. hand-tohand combat and assorted weapons training. They per­ formed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. He and other recruits also received instruction on the Manne Corps' core values honor, courage and commit­ ment. and what the words mean in guiding personal and professional conduct. Olson and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour team effort, problem solving evolution which culminated . ’’ with an emotional ceremony in which the recruits were presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and were addres­ sed as “Marines'* for the first time since boot camp began. Olson is a 2001 graduate of Tri-County Area High School of Howard City. Call 945-9554 for classifieds VILLAGE 0F MIDDLEVILLE PUBLIC NOTICE Raw sewage was discharged into an excavated ditch at the comer of Dayton and Grand Rapids Street in the Village of Middleville, due to a force main break dunng construction The discharge took place between 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm for a total of 2 hours Apnl 9. 2002 Waste water permit SM0019 1 This notice published m compliance with MCL PA 451. as amended CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6. 2002. at 7:00 p.m the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan concerning the applies tion of Thomas Purdy to consider an amendment to the Caledonia Reni All Planned Unit Development (PUD) to permit a building addition The lands are commonly described as 9800 Cherry Valley Avenue and legally described as follows S 132 FT OF N 1320 FT OF W 660 FT OF SW 1/4 * SEC 18 T5N R10W A copy of the proposed major PUD amendment is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, dunng Township office hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed amendment. Written comments may be submitted Io the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing. Dated: April 3. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6, 2002, at 7:00 p.m.. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Halt, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the appli­ cation of Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners to rezone the following described lands from the M 37 Business Park East PUD and A - Agriculture District to PUD - Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the final development plan of the Den Hartigh/Steketee Partners PUD The lands are commonly described as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue and are legally described as follows: Part erf the SW 1/4 and NW 1/4, Section 8, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, described as: BEGINNING at the S 1/4 comer of said Section 8; thence S 88’ 5V19"W 4525 feet along the South line of said SW 1/4; thence N 00’10'51* W 350 00 feet parallel with the East line of said SW 1/4; thence S 88’51’19* W 635 95 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N 26’50*39* W 143.73 feet along said East kne; thence N 87*48’18’ E 10.30 feet, thence N 02*42'18’ E 646.00 feet; thence S8810*18* W 365 96 feet to the East Ime of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence Northwesterly 1502 02 feet along said East line on a 43.155,48 foot radius curve to the left, toe chord of which bears N 28’3520* W 1501 85 feer thence S 59*16'08’ W 2 51 feet along a jog in the R O W width erf Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence N 29’33 50' W 1240 41 feet along the East kne of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N 60’26’05* E 258 48 feet along the Northwesterly line of Lot 8 Broadmoor Acres as recorded in Uber 53 of Plats Page 14. thence N 88’46*05* E 791.81 feet' thence N 00*1418* W 100.02 feet; thence N 88’4706’ E 902 18 feet; thence S 00*11’14* E 100.02 feet, thence N 88*4706* E 474 97 feet, thence S 00*11 14* E 1031.04 feet along toe East kne of said NW 1/4 of Section 8 to toe center 1/4 comer of Section 8; thence S 88'5829’ W 100.00 feet along the North line of Cherrywood Estates (Kent County Subdivision Plan No 455). thence S 00*10*51’ E 1318 97 feet along toe West line of Cherrywood Estates thence N 88 54'54’ E 100.00 feet along the South Itoe of Cherrywood Estates, thence S 00* 10*51* E 1318 87 feet along the East line of said SW 1/4 of Section 8 to the place of begin­ ning Contains 114 37 acres A copy of toe proposed rezoning ® on We and may be examined at the offices of toe Caledonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan during Township office hours Ail interested persons may attend the pubke heanng and comment upon the proposed rezomng ordi­ nance Wntten comments may be submitted to the Township office, at toe above-stated address up to me time of toe pubke heanng Dated April 9 2002 Dated April 11. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/Apnl 16. 2002 Scot track sweeps Hastings, Sparta Caledonia’s track teams swept into the O-K Gold season with wins over Hast­ ings and Sparta. The boys’ team improved to 3-0 in defeating the Sparta Spartans 74-63 last Thursday. The Fighting Scots had 21 athletes take part in the scoring in an out­ standing team effort. Taking first places for Caledonia were Tim Ross (800 in 2:03.5, 1600 in 4:34.5, and 3200 in 9:44.4), Jim Haisma (300 hurdles in 43.3), and Jeff De Blaay (high jump at 6-0). Also tak­ ing first places were the teams of Steve Marion, Kyle Klyn, Nate VanEnk, and Pat O'Connor in the 400 relay in 45.8; Joel DeBlaay, Patrick Spitzley, Jon Hckman and Tim Ross in the 3200 relay in 8:26.0; and Braydon Dahlberg, Chad Maxlow, Caledonia's Angie Maxie cleared 9-6 in the pole vault at Hastings. Caledonia’s Erin Mitteer won the 100 hurdles at Hastings. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Jon Hekman and Nate De­ Witt in the 1600 relay in 3:39.2. The girls’ team won their meet over Sparta 110-37, boosting their record to 2-1 and 2-0 in the O-K Gold. First-place points were scored by the following: Shot Put - Tiffany Radaz 32-4. Discus - Mindy Bode 87-3, Pole Vault - Angie Maxey - 9-6 (tying the sophomore record she set against Hastings), High Jump - Angie Maxey - 5-0, Long Jump - Angie Maxey 15-6 1/2, 100 Hurdles - Erin Mitteer - 16.9, 100 - Shan­ non Pleva - 14.2, 400 - Julie Slot - 1:05.5, 300 Hurdles Katie Hekman - 55.9, 800 Becca Busfield - 2:36.3, 200 - Shannon Pleva - 29.3, 3200 - Katie Ryan - 12:37.0, 3200 Relay - Ryan. Jaques, McCleve, Busfield 10:55.6, 1600 Relay - Slot, Jacques, Terpstra, Busfield * 4:44.8. The girls and boys beat Hastings last Tuesday by identical 102-35 scores. Placing first for the ladies were: High Jump - Angie Maxey - 4-10, Pole Vault Angie Maxey - 9-6, (a sophomore record). Long Jump - Angie Maxey - 14-4, Shot Put - Tiffany Radaz 29-5 1/2, 3200 Relay - Busfiled, Ryan, McCleve, Jac­ ques - 11:52, 100 Hurdles - Outstanding Athletes Maxie Caledonia High School Track The sophomore swept the high jump, long jump and pole vault in conference wins over Hastings and Sparta. Her vault of 9-6 set a new Caieodnia sophomore record. The Thornapple Kellogg senior shot a 47 foT medalist hon­ ors in a win last week over Unity Christian. ATteAas at the Wee* Assented oy JB HARRISON Insurance Agency. Inc. 6090 Alden Nash SE • Atto • 868-0050 or 800-217-0712 & Xf Insurance Company Erin Mitteer - 16.1, 1600 Katie Ryan - 6:00.2, 400 Re­ lay - Radaz, Geers, Shannon Pleva. Mitteer - 56.0, 400 Julie Slot - 1:07.9, 300 Hur­ dles - Erin Mitteer - 55.2, 800 - Becca Busfield 2:41.7, 200 - Shannon Pleva - 30.5, 3200 - Katie Ryan 13:1, 1600 Relay - Busfield, Slot, McCleve, Jacques 4:42.7. Scoring first-place points for the boys were: Shot Put James Anderson - 43-9 1/2, Pole Vault - Seth Temple 13-6, High Jump - Joel De­ Blaay - 6-0, 3200 Relay DeBlaay, Spitzley, Ross, Hekman - 9:39, 800 Relay Rohr, O’Connor, Klyn, Va­ nEnk - 1:37.7, 1600 - Tim Ross - 4:28.4, 400 Relay Marion. Klyn, VanEnk, O'Connor - 46.5, 400 - Nate DeWitt - 55.3, 800 - Tim Ross - 2:04.9, 200 - Kyle Klyn - 24.6, 3200 - Tim Ross - 9:34.6, 1600 Relay Sinclair, Maxlow, Hekman, DeWitt - 3:58.1, 300 Hur­ dles - Jay Haisma - 44.7. The Scots hosted Cedar Springs last night and com­ pete at Wyoming Park at 4 p.m. on Thursday. The boys go to Wayland on Saturday at 9 a.m. while the girls go to Sparta at 11 a.m. Both teams return home Monday at 4 p.m. to host Unity Christian. Scots 2nd at Sparta Coed Relays The Caledonia boys and girls track teams joined to­ gether for the Sparta Coed Relays on Saturday and placed second. Rockford won the meet with 88 points, followed by Caledonia (82), Sparta (77), Cedar Springs (66), Belding (51), Kent City (45) and Tri­ County (41). Scoring first-place points for the Fighting Scots were the High Jump Relay at 21 feet. 6 inches (Julie Slot 4-6, Angie Maxey 5-O, Jeff De­ Blaay 6-3, Joel DeBlaay 59) and the Pole Vault Relay at 42-0 (Julie Slot 7-0, Angie Maxey 9-6, Tyler Gamelin 12-6, Seth Temple 13-0).The Fighting Scots had three second-place fin­ ishes, three thirds, two fourths and one fifth. Caledonia's James Anderson sent the shot 43-9 1/2 for the win in the O-K Gold opener. Swing to the music and help build library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tickets are going fast for the Friends’ first dance for books in a building. The Friends of the Cale­ donia library encourage Caledonia residents to polish up their dancing shoes and get ready to swing Saturday, April 20, when swing music will fill Rafaella’s by Pa­ gano’s. This is part of the Friends’ fund-raising efforts in support of a new Caledo­ nia Public Library. The Tom Zalaoras Orches­ tra is preparing swing and light jazz numbers for a spe­ cial evening. Zalaoras leads a 13-piece “big band” or­ chestra he bought in the 1940s. Eight of the current members are from the origi­ "■/ nal band. The band's selection of classics include “I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” “The Prettiest Girl I Ever Saw” and even “Mixinlight Serenade.” Tickets are $25 per cou­ ple and $15 for an individ­ ual. There will be a cash bar and Joe Pagano will prepare special food for sampling during the evening. Branch manager Jane Heiss reminds those planning to attend that dinner is not included in the price of the tickets. If successful, the friends group hopes to make this an annual event. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Caledonia Library at 616647-3840. ""............ F Spring Is Here! & What are your plans? Beach? Boating? Camping? Fishing? Golfing? Family Sc Fun? Affordable Lawn Care can help you manage your lawn maintenance needs, so you have more time for summer. Affordable Lawn Care ♦Providing over 14 years of professional experience! ♦for free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 or email: affordable tawncareahotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mt/Apnl 16. 2002/Page 17 Reading Month, from pg. 13 Caledonia tennis sweeps Hastings Caledonia's boys’ tennis team swept Hastings at home last Thursday 8-0. Playing especially well was Adam Reynolds, who won 6-2. 6-0 at 1 singles. Andrew Blanchard also played a solid match at 2 singles (6-2, 6-1). and Kyler Pentecost played his best match of the year in winning 6-1 and 6-2 at 3 singles. Kayle Hinkle won 6-0, 61 at 4 singles, Devin TePastte and Mike Napper won 6-0, 6-0 at 1 doubles, Kyle Ullery and Tim Stouf­ fer won 6-3, 6-0 at 2 dou­ bles, Mike Ogle and Matt Paarlberg won 6-1, 6-4 at 3 doubles, and Mike Morgan and Mike Krieger won 6-0, 6-1 at 4 doubles. Zach Taylor, of Caledonia Elementary, got a deal on a new bike helmet for nine reading points. c/Sfe Now Taking New Patients! Cherry Valley Family Physicians Christopher Noah. M.D. & Douglas Smcndik. M.D. Family practice specialists providing care for patients of all ages, including obstetrical care. If you need a physician to care for you or your family, call today? Accepting most insurances Cherry Valley Family Physicians 490 Edward St., Middleville r (616) 795-4434 Pennock Healthcare Services Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Michigan Streams and Lakes Get Ready for Spring Fishing Stream MAP of Michigan LOST STREAM Fifth grade girls enjoy each other’s company dur­ ing a break in Kettle Lake Elementary’s RIP overnighter. How many signatures can you get on one Tshirt? Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. 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Second place finishes: The shotput (Brenda Bergakker, Jeremy Chavis) at 73-8, the 800 relay (Adam Chamberlin, Angela Blood, Darrin Tape, Aubrey Ray­ mond) in 1:44, the high jump (Victoria Stanton, Scott Brooks) at 10-4, the field-event relay (Greta Gus­ tafson, Matt Erb, Victoria Stanton, Scott Brooks) in 4:09, the middle-distance re­ lay (Elise Nyland, Ben Profitt, Rachel Norton, Josh Tobias) in 2:57, the 400 re­ lay (Aubrey Raymond, Dar­ rin Tape, Victoria Stanton, Kyle Farris) in 49.3, the 1600 relay (Ben Profitt, Elise Nyland, Scott Brooks, Rachel Norton) in 4:06, and the pole vault (Greta Gustaf­ son, Matt Erb) at 18-6. The sprint relay (Aubrey Raymond, Adam Chamber­ lin. Angela Blood, Ben Profitt) placed third in 1:49. The Trojans open the O-K Blue season today at God­ win, then travel to Byron Center on Thursday. 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Price joined the admin­ istrative team at Caledonia this year after leaving Rock­ ford High School, where he had been the athletic direc­ tor for 12 years. He has been the catalyst behind the in­ ception of the new MHSAA/MIAAA Exem­ plary Athletic Program and currently serves as its chair­ man. Price has received many honors during his career, in­ cluding West Michigan Ath­ (6-2, 1-6, 6-3) absorbed letic Director of the Year in 1996. the MHSAA Bush three-set defeats. “We felt especially good Award for outstanding serv­ about Kevin Schmitz at 1 ice to the state of Michigan singles, who did an out­ in the area of interscholastic standing job once he got on athletics in 1998. and the track,” Middleville coach MIAAA/NIAAA State Larry Seger said. “Brad Award of Merit in 2001. Bender looked pretty consis­ tent and (Tyler) Jones also did a nice job. “Our doubles teams are all new, but we won a cou­ ple of close three-setters and had a solid win at 1 doubles. I think we’ll be OK.” The Middleville Men’s TK opened O-K Blue Slow-Pitch Softball League conference play at Godwin will hold an organizational last night. The Trojans have meeting for the season this big back-to-back home Thursday, April 18 at 6 p.m. matches this week against at The Swamp Fox in Mid­ conference contenders dleville. Coopersville (Wednesday) The meeting is for all and Calvin Christian (Thurs­ teams interested in Monday day). Both matches start at 4 or Tuesday night leagues. p.m. Any interested teams should have a representative present or contact Brad Zoet at 616891-0705 for more informa­ tion. Dave Price, the athletic those who (previously) gave director at Caledonia High of their time and knowl­ School, was recently elected edge,” Price said. “Michigan recording secretary of the has the best set of athletic Michigan Interscholastic administrators in the nation Athletic Administrators As­ and I am proud to be able to be a part of the leadership of sociation (MIAAA). “Athletic administrators the MIAAA,” Price began his involve­ need to be active at both the state and national levels and ment with high school ath­ be willing to give back to letics as a coach for 17 TK tennis swats Lowell in 6-2 win The Middleville Thornap­ ple-Kellogg varsity boys’ tennis team opened its sea­ son with a 6-2 win at Lowell on April 9. Kevin Schmitz won at No. 1 singles (7-6 (7-4), 60), Brad Bender won at 3 singles (6-3, 6-3) and Tyler Jones won at 4 singles (6-1, 6-2). Middleville's rebuilt dou­ bles lineup was successful as well. Kyle McClure and Ben Scvald (6-1, 6-3 at 1 doubles), Jamie Beckering and Kai Kallweit (4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at 2 doubles), and An­ drew Timm and Dave McAllister (6-2, 4-6, 6-3 at 3 doubles) all collected wins. Andrew Kalce (1-6, 6-4, 6-3 at 2 singles) and the No. 4 doubles team of John Smith and Brandon Awrey Middleville men’s slow pitch softball meeting planned Scot tennis shooting for top 3 in 0-K Gold Ihe Caledonia varsity boys’ tennis team opened league play with a 5-3 win over Cedar Springs on April 9. Winning flights were Kayle Hinkle at No. 4 sin­ gles (6-1, 7-5), the No. 1 doubles team of Mike Napper and Devin TePastte (6-4, 6-4), Kyle Ullery and Tim Stouffer at 2 doubles (6-1, 6-4), Mike Ogle and Matt Paarlberg at 3 doubles (7-5, 6-1), and Mike Krieger and Mike Morgan at 4 doubles (6-1, 6-3). The Scots look to finish in the top three in the O-K Gold this season after a fourth-place finish a year ago. They have 10 players re­ turning from last years’ team, including Adam Rey­ nolds at No. 1 singles, An­ drew Blanchard at 2 singles, and Kyler Pentecost at 3 sin­ gles. Key newcomers are senior Mike Ogle and sophomore Mike Morgan. League contenders in­ clude Unity Christian. Wyo­ ming Park and South Chris­ tian. JV Report The JV tennis team lost to Hudsonville on Thursday 61. Nathan Stauffer won for Caledonia, and several other matches were close. AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Thornapple-Kellogg baseball team roster The 2002 Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg varsity baseball team Front row (from left): Jake Sias, Mark Price, Aaron Alverez. Chad Reneau, Jason DeBore, Aaron Vanderwood. Middle row: Mike Price, Kyle Fletke, Phil Strong. Marvin Nunez, Justin Ogden. Back row: Coach Tom Ellinger, Josh Eldridge, Trevor Klenkosky, Kyle Holst, Nate Thornton, Gordy Dahlgren. TK Senior Parents continue planning grad party April 22 The Thornapple Kellogg Senior Parents organization has only a few meetings left before graduation, but they are getting down to the final details. The next meeting of the group, which is planning a fun and safe after-graduation party for Thornapple Kel­ logg seniors, is on Monday, April 22, at the UAW 1002 Hall adjacent to Bradford White. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Because of construc­ tion participants should come the back way from High Street. American Manufactured Living, Inc. CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville 8 models to view Some things are meant to be a certain way... All prices are reduced to sell!! 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AMBUCS Caledonia included in the entrance fee of $75. The event will be Chapter Vice President held at Saskatoon Golf Club Drew McFadden presented in Alto. Call Jessica Kohn at the check to Amy Acton, executive di­ 771-4584 or Drew McFad­ rector of the Phoenix Soci­ den at 891-1173 for tickets. AMBUCS is an interna­ ety and Shirley Hyatt, treas­ tional service club that tries urer of the West Michigan to improve the lives of Car Clubs. This is the third year that physically and mentally Leathermans lead Caledonia golfers The Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team opened O-K Gold competition with a 31strokc victory over Kenowa Hills at Gracewil last Thurs­ day, 180-211. Kelli Leatherman fired a season-best 40 to lead the Scots (2-1, 1 -0). I^ast Wednesday, Forest Hills Northern squeaked out a 180-182 decision at Egypt Valley, handing the Scots their first loss of the season. Amy Jo Leatherman's 40 paced Caledonia. Lauri Leatherman shot a 37 to lead Caledonia over Rogers by 73 strokes, 167240, in the season opener last Tuesday. Amy Jo Ixatherman had a round of 41. Kelli Leather- man had a 44 and Katie Leatherman had a 45. The Scots play in the O-K Gold Jamboree today (hosted by South Christian), play East Grand Rapids in a scrimmage Wednesday at Thousand Oaks, then host Hastings on Thursday. All matches tee off at 3:30 p.m. SIGN & DRIVE’ 0 Dowri?taxes, title plate transfer included, WAC State Employee Credit Union. No Out-Of-Pocket Money Contact dealer for details. BUICK LeSABRE CUSTOM LEATHER INTERIOR piuss2,502 Rebote sSss3,497 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick _Monaw * WucwiMifti lei T, mt, TXxsae, I K S M-37 IN HASTINGS -616-945-2425 1-*00-235-2*25 » ’2® www batswt com Caledonia AMBUCS has donated to the fund to assist bum survivors aftercare pro­ gram at Blodgett-Spectrum Hospitals in Grand Rapids. For the past 25 years, the hospitals have provided a wide variety of physical, medical and psychological after care programs to bum center survivors and their families. The program includes a fund used to meet the needs of bum survivors and their families when they are not being met by other means. Also helped is a summer and winter burn camp, this year. The group’s yearwhich is a special place round fund raising effort where kids ages 7-17 unite will most likely peak on to play. heal, grow and sup­ May 18 at the home of the port each other after surviv­ Whitecap;, during the sixth ing disfiguring bum injuries. annual Benefit Classic Car Each year firefighters from and Antique Fire Truck Kent. Ottawa and Allegan Show. The event also will counties escort the campers include an auction of do­ down U.S.-131 with fire nated items from Comstock trucks at each overpass. Park. Campers ride to camp in the classic car or fire truck of For further information their choice. Car Clubs Chairman John about AMBUCS or its fundMerryman said the Caledo­ raising events, call Drew nia AMBUCS check was the McFadden at 891-1173 or group’s first major donation O. Nick Unger at 891-7211. Scot softball drops 2 to East Kentwood Caledonia's varsity softball team opened its season last Wednesday with a dou­ bleheader against power­ house East Kentwood, drop­ ping both games to the Fal­ cons 12-2 and 20-5. Caledonia lost the first game 12 to 2, but the score doesn’t indicate how well the team played, according to coach Tom Kaechele. Kentwood was held to one run through four innings. Janelle VanEss, a transfer from East Kentwood, pitched an outstanding game, striking out four and giving up 12 runs (five of which were unearned) and four walks. “We learned something about ourselves tonight,” Kaechele said. “We can compete against anyone if we play good defense. Ken­ twood has outstanding pitch­ ing and team speed. Our of­ fense struggled early in the game, but our defense, led by senior Mary Sandtveit, is what kept us in the game. “East Kentwood scored four runs in the top of the fifth because of mental mis­ takes, and they will take ad­ vantage of every one you make.” Caledonia was led in hit­ ting by VanEss, who went two-for-three with one RBI. Caledonia lost the second game 20 to 5. Mary Sandt­ veit started her first game ever as a pitcher. The Scots committed six errors and the Falcons scored 13 runs be­ fore the first inning was over. “It was a tough opening for Mary, but she has worked extremely hard in the offseason to learn the game of pitching.” Kaechele said. “She will help this team down the road as she gets more experience.” Sandtveit was relived by Melissa Gillard, who pitched four and two-thirds innings, giving up seven runs on 18 hits with two walks and one strikeout. Gil­ lard also led the offensive charge, going 2-for-3 with two RBls. Katie Haywood had a key sacrifice bunt that led to Caledonia's first two runs. “We got beat mentally in the second game, making too many errors early and getting down by so many runs,” Kaechele said. “East Kentwood is a great team with great coaching and will take advantage of every mis­ take you make. We found out a lot of things tonight and know what we have to work on.” The Scots played at East Grand Rapids last night and open O-K Gold play with a three-game home stand this week. They host Wyoming Cull 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTIOM! Reach over 11,000 area homes Park on Wednesday, a doubleheader with Wayland on Friday, and South Christian on Monday. All games be­ gin at 4 p.m. Saving on honx? insurance is “No Problem.” uxlrvxb tlxiixirxk t.uiulk- ire sninc money ’.vtth z\uto( Xvner» Insurance kw their luwne .mJ ram, wim * flexible payment plans and "No PnHem" claim service. ^uto ()wnrn Ittrurancr INSLCANa riBST BOB NICOLAI, 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO ©ox 99. 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Last year the boys’ program had over 60 players, and the girls have added a freshman team for the first time.” Wustman became inter­ ested in the sport in the mid to late 1970s, watching his brother-in-law’s kids play in American Youth Soccer Or­ ganization (AYSO) games in Kalamazoo. He liked the “Everyone Plays’’ philoso­ phy of AYSO. and he de­ cided to bring it to Mid­ dleville, forming the first AYSO leagues in the area in 1978. Wustman coached his own kids. Brandon and Brent, through the youth leagues, and as they grew, he worked to get the sport into the high school. In 1985. the second year of soccer at TK, the school had enough participants to field a JV team. Athletic di­ rector Ray Page approached Wustman and asked him to volunteer as JV coach just as the season was about to be­ gin. “I didn’t even know the kids’ names,” Wustman said, remembering his first game. “We won one game, our last game of the year.” Wustman was hired on for the next season, and over time, the program developed and improved. “We got our share of wins and we had some good sea­ sons,” he said. The JV teams Wustman coached lacked an official conference organization, but the teams kept track of standings themselves, and NOTE' A new approved heartworm preventative is now available. One injection prevents infection for the six-month season in Michigan. This can be done as a convenient house call and combined with vaccines or other procedures. Total cost with house call is generally less than monthly meds and saves your time and frustration of a clinic visit. Call for details—leave message. Dr. L. Julius ARK VETERINARY SERVICE 1-800-4ARKVET (1-800-427-5838) Marty Wustman his squads were champs four times, beginning with a 1991 team that went 18-1. That year, in fact, provided Wustman with one of his most satisfying wins and one of his most tragic losses. Wustman arrived early for a game at East Grand Rapids that season and walked down to the field alone. A group of EGR players, not realizing who he was, car­ ried on a conversation mocking Middleville and the team. To add insult to in­ jury, the official working the game inexplicably would not allow Middleville’s goalie to play because of a brace he wore on his knee, a brace he wore without ques­ tion in every game before and every game after that day at EGR. Even with a new goalie, and right in the hostile back­ yard of a team that had belit­ tled them, the Trojans came out and smacked the Pio­ neers 5-1. “I drove home with the windows down and the mu­ sic up,” Wustman said. “That was the highest cloud I’ve ever been on after a game.” One member of that team BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender ^15^nd^treet»MiddleviH^ was a freshman named Eric DeGroote. “(Eric) was probably one of the nicest and best players I’ve ever had." W’ustman said. That winter. 14-yearold DeGroote fell while playing basketball. His con­ dition took sudden turns for the worse, and he eventually died. DeGroote’s organs were donated to patients across the county, and Wustman spearheaded an effort to link his memory to the soccer program. TK now' plays its games at DeGroote Memo­ rial Field. Wustman took over the varsity boys’ team four years ago, winning O-K Blue championships three of those years, including the team’s first-ever conference title in his first year as coach. He also coached the girls’ JV team every year but one since 1995. Wustman retired from General Motors in 1998. Since then, he has continued to work part-time in addition to coaching. He feels it’s time for a full-time retire­ ment. “I was diagnosed with kidney disease last year, and that’s slowing me down a bit,” he said. “I have to watch what I eat. and that’s not easy to do on the road with a soccer team. My wife (Corinne) and I would love to be able to move down to Arizona for half the year. It s time. “Do whatever it takes to make it your son’s or daughter’s events. It means more to them than winning or losing.” - Marty Wustman “I have 17 years of won­ derful memories while coaching at a great high school, and I want to thank the community and every­ one who helped make these memories ones I will never forget.” In addition to Page, who gave him his start, Wustman is grateful for the friendship and support of school board member Dan Parker, former AD Tom Lehman, current AD Mark Uyl, and current JV coach Todd McCrumb. “Dan has supported soc­ cer in the high school from Day One.” Wustman said. ‘ I thank Tom Lehman for his friendship, leadership, and support of the soccer pro­ gram. and under the direc­ tion of Mark Uyl, all sports at TK will prosper and grow. “I’ve really enjoyed Todd’s friendship and coaching, and I hope he’ll apply for the varsity posi­ tion. “And of course. I’d like to thank every team member I’ve ever had for their love of the game and the enjoy­ ment they gave me over the years.” While one might expect a coach to focus primarily on the field of play, some of Wustman’s most poignant observations come from the stands. “Do whatever it takes to make it to your son’s or daughter’s events.” he said. “I’ve seen the biggest smiles from players when they kx>k up into the stands and spot their parents. It means more to them than winning or los­ ing. “And parents must also remember to keep their cheering positive at all times. Negative comments only hurt the team and em­ barrass the players.” Caledonia baseball opens with sweep Caledonia opened its baseball season with a dou­ bleheader sweep over East Kentwood last Wednesday. Nick Slot’s three-run homer was the difference in a 5-3 win in Game 1. Stu Kohl went four in­ nings for the win, giving up two hits and one earned run while striking out four. Greg Jousma gave up one hit and struck out four over the last three innings to earn the save. The Scots took Game 2 as well, 7-3. Nick Slot pitched four in­ nings, striking out three and surrendering three hits and one earned run. Abe Mulvi­ hill pitched two innings in relief and got credit for the win with two strikeouts, one hit and no runs. Adam Puricelli had two RBIs with a double, and Matt Cook went 2-for-2 with a double and an RBI. JV Report The JV Scots split with East Kentwood, losing the first game 8-4 after a valiant effort to come back from an 8-0 hole. The team battled darkness in the second game and held on to win 3-2 in five innings. Strong play in the last two innings of the first game carried over into an error-free second game. Frosh Report The freshman team took two from Cedar Springs last Thursday. The Scots ripped Cedar 17-3 in the first game. Steve Gillard got the win as the frosh pounded out 14 hits. Nyck Steiner had four hits and five RBIs, Joe Kucharski had three hits, two RBIs and four runs scored, Andy Schachermeyer had two hits, Doug Burch had a double and a triple, and Dennis Kohl, Josh Weinczkowski and Blake Wolf had one hit each. Caledonia won 5-3 in the nightcap. Nyck Steiner and Dennis Kohl combined on a no-hit­ ter with 11 strikeouts. Doug Burch had three hits, Pat Re­ gan had two hits, and Josh Weinczkowski made a spec­ tacular diving catch in right field. Wayland swept the fresh­ man squad 6-1 and 9-3 on April 9. Kelan Donahue and Joe Kucharski each had one hit and Doug Burch took the pitching loss in Game 1. In Game 2, Dennis Kohl, Kevin Schicfla, Pat Regan, Joe Kucharski and Zack House all had one hit apiece, but Wayland scored nine runs in one inning. Dennis Kohl took the pitching loss. �The Sun and News Middleville MI'Apnl 16. 2002/Page 23 Antiques DEALERS WANTED FOR antique/flea market. July 6th at Minny Lake & Little Lake, just north of Lake Odessa. 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Bob Myers, Green­ ridge. 974-4130 Good Food • Good Times • Good Company 8980 Rodgers, Caledonia, Ml • 891-6961 (Conveniently located in the Crossings Plarju) «’ Authentic Chinese Cooking - Lunch - Dinner - Appetizers ‘ H Take Out ?'fr, Available Monday -Thursday 11.00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday 300 to 900 pm Friday 11.00 am to KMX) pm Sunday: 12.00 to 5:00 pm SUNDAY SPECIAL: Order any entree of $7 or more A receive FREE egg rollegg drop toup. Valid on dine in only pteaw Opening Soon as a Restaurant too! Monday, April 22nd, 11:00 a m. - 2:00 p.m. SEATS UPTO 250 6661 Alden Nash - Alto Located 8 miles East on I-96 off the 28th Street Exit. Take exit 52 (Lowell/Alto) south two miles. Phone 616-868-0388 Owner Sharon Haney NOW HIRING - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middtevilte. Ml/Aprrf 16, 2002 Phase Four Now Open! 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AWARDQPROPERTIES 1-616-942-4910 Directions - M-37 to 84th, east to Rainbows End, south to Jasonville Farms Development � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-04-23.pdf 365e9790ba0a09406493027729153283 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST RAS7TNGS Ml 49058-1893 00/00/00 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas ,131th year MiddleVille, Michigan 49333 No. 17/April 23, 2002 Final two candidates interviewed New TK Superintendent to be chosen April 28 Candidate John Kingsnorth answers questions from the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education The Thornapplc Kellogg Board of Education will meet Monday. April 29, to discuss the second round of interviews with Kevin Konarska and John Kingsnorth April 17 and 18 and make a final decision on who will be the next superintendent. Konarska is an assistant superintendent with Forest Hills Schools and Kings­ north is the superintendent of the Romeo (near Detroit) school district. Candidates met each day last week with the adminis­ trative team, representatives from the teachers and sup­ port staff associations, and then answered questions from the board members in a public meeting. Each night of the interview sessions, the candidate got an opportunity to share ideas more casually over dinner with members of the Board of Education, administrators, teachers, custodians and other staff. Both candidates answered an hour’s worth of questions from the board. Both made certain that members under­ stood that kids come first for both of them. When asked what their greatest accomplishments were, Konarska cited his collecting of demographic data by working by citizens, business owners and profes­ sionals in the Forest Hills area. This data has made it easier to make the hard eco­ nomic questions facing dis­ tricts. Kingsnorth said that his greatest accomplishment is seeing kids succeed. “Our successes” provide the big­ gest rush, he maintained. Both were asked about their relationships with their respective boards of educa­ tion. Kingsnorth who has been Growth in TK district may mean bond issue by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thor nappie Kellogg school district population growth may result in a bond issue in the near future Architect Tom Mathison from Tower Pinkster Titus last week showed members of the Thornapplc Kellogg Board of Education designs of additions and changes to each school building to ac­ commodate projected grow'th in the district in the next five years. The board has been working with Mathison's firm on a feasi­ bility study to determine how to respond to growth of the student population. The designs discussed have not been approved by the board as yet. After a construction team meeting April 30. the board may set a public hearing date to dis­ cuss these proposals. Mathi­ son has already met with staff and administrators from each building. Mathison stressed that See TK growth, page 16 Tom Mathison shows the TK board some of the designs being considered to update the schools and pro vide space for future growth. Kevin Konarska spent some time in conversation before dinner on April 17 at odds with his school board this past year, told the TK board members that in his first 16 years of being a superintendent in Deerfield, Otsego and even four years at Romeo were blessed with good board-superintendent relations. During this past year political divisions on See new superintendent, pg. 16 Two accused in drug death of Wayland teen by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A 19-year-old former Wayland Union High School student has been charged with felony murder for allegedly dealing a lethal dose of methadone to 15year-old Chad Garrett, who was found dead in the sus­ pect’s home Jan. 29. Robert Joseph Uebbing and his fiancee, Jessica Ann Miller, 21, were arraigned Thursday and lodged in the Barry County Jail where they are awaiting an April 24 hearing on the charges. Police said Garrett was found dead on a couch in the home at about 9 a.m., the morning after he and a num­ ber of friends painted a white cross in memory of John Rough VII, who was killed in an automobile crash on Hays Road near Second Street just inside Al­ legan County. “His friends dropped him (Garrett) off al the home... at about 10 or 10:30 p.m. and when the friends came over to visit the next morning, he was unresponsive,” said Trooper Dale Lynema. The friends attempted emergency life saving tech­ niques to no avail because “it was already too latez” said Lynema. Jessica Miller Robert Uebbing Witnesses have led police to suspect the couple was selling drugs out of the Gun Lake home. “Residents in the ncighSee drug death, page 15 In This Issue • CMS 8th grade choir earns top marks at state • More utilities projects proposed Caledonia Township • Shagbark problems won’t go away • New planning, zoning laws will affect development everywhere �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002 CMS 8th grade choir earns top marks at state Lauren Alexander. Laura Hillen and Lindsey Woodcock sang “Chapel of Love” for Kettle Lake students during one of the "mini-concerts" that the CMS choir per formed for the local elementary schools. The Caledonia Middle School eighth grade choir performing one of the pieces that they were judged on at competition. by Cathy L. 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Their voice ranges worked well for the two songs TenElshof chose for them to perform, “The Gar­ den of Music” by Patterson and “A Festive Hallelujah” by Lightfoot. “The music was difficult and challeng­ ing,” she said. “As they learned it I think they grew to love it.” The choir features the vo­ cal talents of Lauren Alex­ ander, Stephan Bordewyk, Kristin Butler, Nicole Cook, Leann Cradit, Laura Daniel­ son, Michael Dearmond, Merle Domer, Justin Doyle, Tabitha Fowler, Justin Franklin, Shannon Groendyke, David Henning, Ash­ ley Higgins, Laura Hillen, Sarah Hoff, Amanda Jandahl, Kari Lazarski, Jessica Marion, Emily Martinez, Brittany Matthews, Danielle Maxey. Kaylie McKenzie, Sarah Monroe, Katrina Page. Kendal Parbel, Meshe Platschorre, Gene Schedlbauer. Bethany Schiefla, Ra­ chel Schram. Kim Ullery, Chris Vanderscheer, Julia VanLaar and Lindsey Woodcock. The eighth graders sang for four judges during com­ petition. They were graded by three of the judges on tone quality, pitch, rhythm, vocal technique and inter­ pretation. If the judges’ writ­ ten comments are any indi­ cation, they enjoyed having to judge this bunch “I felt like listening rather than writing. You sang beautifully tonight,” wrote Thomas Norajer. ' A fun perform. • CMS Choir Director Nancy TenElshof in a rare side shot photo. dared Cole Tyrrell. “Great three part singing - well tuned,” said Dr. Kim Renas. According to TenElshof, the judges are choir direc­ tors themselves (sometimes retired). “Most are very ac­ tive with kids,” she said. After their performance the students went with the fourth judge to clinic, work­ ing on things they could re­ fine. They worked with that judge for about 20 minutes; also being complimented on what they did well. Then they went to sight read a selected piece. Te­ nElshof was pleased with their performance on this portion of the competition as well. “We practice sight read­ ing a lot during the year," said TenElshof. "We have fun, but we work hard.” TenElshof herself gar­ nered a piece of praise from one of the judges. “Superior teaching, thank your director!!’’ wrote Cole Tyrrell. After the competition, the students brought their musi­ cal talents closer Io home as they traveled to the local Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/April 23. 2002/Page 3 Thornapple Heritage workshops scheduled The members of the Thor­ napple Heritage Association will have pioneer certificate workshops at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library’ on to­ night and Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. The Heritage Association is researching early pioneer settlers in the area and links to residents still living in the area. The association’s goal is to recognize the contribu­ tions made by these pioneer families to the growth and development of the commu­ nity. The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for March at The Heritage Association Thornapple Kellogg High School (front row. from left) Kendra DeMond. Ashley also is working on ways to Crisher. Amanda Young, Amanda Stade, Samantha Harthy (second row), Melody save the old train depot. The Welton, Christina Wiersum. Larissa Macedo, Jasmine Vandentoom, Kem Schultz, dream is to turn it into a mu­ Kristen Brady, Amanda Mayhew, Katie Terry, Tricia Nelson. Kaycee Adgate, (third seum of Middleville history. row) Andrew Lazzaro, Adam Loveless, Jordon Hartley. Maurice Weaver. Devin Anyone who would like to Slagel, Don Hilton and Marco Sanchez-Diaz. Unavailable for the picture was Chad save the depot for future Baragar. generations should contact any THA member or call 795-1606 for information on how to help. The THA will house arti­ facts and documents about the history of the area and the early settlers in a mu­ Chocolate plunge cake. then will be treated to the evening out in their honor,” seum. The association also has French silk pic, brownie de­ sweet sounds of the CHS said Kline. “As women, we light, chocolate pecan torte choirs who, will serenade are so busy taking care of clarified some of the inforothers that we often neglect them with a variety of arc just some of the many to take care of ourselves. temptations that will be of­ songs. The choirs have been Friendship and laughter fered Thursday evening. May 9. at "Who's Mothering busy this year, performing in have been identified as two and out of the community important ingredients for a Mom?" The benefit program, a and participating in vocal women's emotional health “Women's Night Out” event competitions. All three and well being. We are com­ sponsored by the Caledonia choirs received top honors bining both.” Women are encouraged to High School Vocal Music recently at the District Cho­ Department, is planned for ral Festival by earning a Di­ come with their own moth­ vision One rating. In addi ­ ers, sisters and friends. the Performing Arts Center. The cost is $10 per person Many local West Michi­ tion. many individual CHS gan restaurants will offer vocal music students have for advanced registration, sweet creations for women auditioned and earned state and $15 at the door. Bro­ chures with registration to enjoy as they begin a spe­ honors. “The best thing about vo­ forms are available in many cial evening in their honor. Moms of all ages are in­ cal music at Caledonia High area business and school lo­ School is the students,” said cations or you can send in vited. The evening will begin instructor and department the names of those attend­ evening phone with a Chocolate Extrava­ head Carol Gess. “I have so ing/ ganza at 6:30 p.m. Women many talented singers who number/check made payable come from families that sup­ to CHS Vocal Music and port the arts. It just doesn't mail it to : CHS Vocal Mu­ sic,. 9757 Duncan Lake get any better. Motivational humorist Road, Caledonia, 49316. For more information, Peggy Kline will speak after the choral performances. call 891-6207. Her intent will be to help women learn how to take care of themselves while they are taking care of so much and so many. “This is just before Mother's Day, and women need to give themselves this special treat of enjoying an TK Students of Month chosen ‘Who’s Mothering Mom?’ program slated for May 9 mation printed incorrectly in last week s article in the Sun and News. New THA presi­ dent is the son of Rose (French) Colburn and Clar­ ence French. His daughters are the fourth generation of his family to attend Thor­ napple Kellogg schools. Sue Reitman. who is spearheading the “Save the Depot" effort, is the grand­ daughter of Floyd and May Belle Oliver Holes. The next meeting of the Thornapple Heritage Asso­ ciation will be at 7 p.m. Thursday. May 9. at Carveth Village.' AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.: Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon ) 9964 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at 4379452. Monday. Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5 30 ■ a-' » JULIE YBEM —she’s an antique April 24 (40g but she still thinks I'm sexij on my tractor •• j Your Partners in Healthcare Are Coming April 30 Peni From previous page elementary schools for sev­ eral “mini-concerts.” A few would-be choir singers could be seen budding in the elementary age audiences. As far as TenElshof is con­ cerned that’s just fine. “Music is a communica­ tion from the director to the performers and then from the performer to the audi­ ence. (There’s) an energy that gets passed back and forth.” The energy of these CMS eighth grade choir students is going to get another work­ out as they go on to state competition May 9 and then again when they go to Mackinac Island to perform on June 1. Thank You from the staff of Contempo Salon! Contempo is a full-service family salon... offering friendly, affordable services by trained, experienced professionals! 2001-2002 Best Salon "On The Town” Magazine CONTEMPO SALON ] D&W Plaza • 616-391-1093 " �Page 4The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002 First chapters of master plan presented to Thornapple panel look back at the area's past as a hint of what the future might hold for land use and development. In discussing the first five chapters. Moffat touched on historical points, including by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Planner Geoff Moffat ear­ lier this month presented the Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission with a Call945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 tor Sun a, News RCTtON-Ms! _____ Call anytime.^ 24 Naurs a day 7duysa*eah_____ the fact there has always been just one bridge begin­ ning with a covered bridge build in the 1840s. followed by the second in 1877 and the present one built in 1929. He also looked at popula­ tion growth, development and other land use factors. He has asked the commis­ sion to review these five December 2001. The Planning Commis­ sion held a closed session on Monday. April 22. to dis­ cuss w ith the tow nship attor­ ney. Jeff Sluggett. on the le­ gal status of the property. The commission will be working on its zoning ordi­ nance to comply with new state regulations on cluster development. chapters. He hopes to have the rest of the master plan completed by fall. A second public work­ shop will be scheduled in early summer. The Thornapple Town­ ship Board continues to grapple with a dispute over the former Wolverine as­ phalt plant purchased by Darrell Fenstermacher in Township Trustee Rex Schad has resigned fromt he Planning Commission. Pat Harrison, recently appointed to the Township Board, will be the township's represen­ tative on the commission. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission is on May 18 at 7 p.m in the township hall. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord 9 30 a m 10 45 a m 6 00 p.m Family Night 6 30 p.m Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Shies C 0 M U II I a place to belong I V CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) 9:10 ft 11 00 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 891-0576 Meeting at the Crow Creek Charter Academy Rev Mil harl Stowell, Dad Pastor Joe t ifx it, Worship leader Denns Houma, Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616 891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • "T95-9726 Bruce > Mewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Pastor Douglas G. Beacon. Visitation Pastor Gory Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE • Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Sen ice Sunday Evening Service Ufcdnesday Mid Week Prayer Wrxd of Life Clubs Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ................................. 9 30 a m. Sunday School............ 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 1100 a m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Worship Service 8 30 a tn and 11 00 a m (Jr Church a 1100 only) Sunday School .............................. 9 45 a nt (Nursery and Child ('arc isaitable throughout the morning) Res Norman Kohns (616)891 8167 Church Office 61b 891-8669 / Fai 891-8648 www caledoniaumc org 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvile Ave Church School Sunday 9 45 a tn Praise Singing 10 50 am Morning Worship 11OO a m Fellowship 7 30pm Pg^^r JJoyd DeVormer. Sr Chunk Ph. S6&4WM0* Pastor s Ph 8W-W7 tEljc TEimc iHctljobist Cljiircl) 5590 Wiitneyville Ave . S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-966(1 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th gradc Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High, Sun. 6:30 pm 12200 Weu M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland, Ml 49M8 • 795-7903 H GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CM <J F»CM Meeting you. your friends, M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia and your family - right where you ’re at - through: Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study u *i<sh»p Hours 900a m and lu 30 am Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurch cc CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contca^onT} Worship 930 a m Sunday School for AU Ages 1045 a m. Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 868-0391 www lakesadecommurnty org_ Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 8 30 a m * 11 i ® Sunday School tor All Ages 9:45 a nt Cootemporan srde of Wr orup sundav Evenmg Sen cr 6 30 p m. Pwoeer dub <K thru 6Grade) - WAtesdav 630 pm Prayer Meeting - Wedneuii. 630 p m. Youth FeUowsmp - Sunday 6.00 p.m. uarowsEv h*r NOBUV KNQU. teAUS *a*ar trn4®2» • e-mad leirfwon<®erv net Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a in (Jr. Church th Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church 616 891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 am Parmelee Morning Woahp Mddevile Morning Wonhp Sunday School (Jr High & Adults) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr Hgh - Sun Evenng Jr. High - Grades 6-8. Wed Evenng 1100 o m 945 a m 1100 am. 600-800 pm 600-730 p m Rev Lee /.achniun Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFARER. —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Lakeside 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun LtktD ffmo CammunWy Campus fat hhuiifty and Setmce COMMUNITY Sunday Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney ville Avenue. Alto SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Cottimunify o| C^ri$f Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office S91 8688 Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 rw Sunday Schixd 9:30 AM Rev Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd Rdcunt Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs (Missouri Syjnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia 8D0 AM Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship 930 AM 11:00 AM New Life Celebration Service All Services liave a Nursery available Barner Free www iserv net 'stpaul A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to \ inc) "Loving When Love is Hard’’ 10 00 a m 11:15 a.m. 6 00 p m. St Paul Lutheran Church ■ YOU ARE INVITED Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church; (616) 795-2391 A CALEDONIA fl” UNITED METHODIST April 28: 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 9:45 a m . 11 00 a.m. 6:00 p.m 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm PasorPaulM Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616^98^001 redeemertgtiserv.net wwwjedeemercovenmt.org .4 "rmter of the Emngriud Coiwmmt Chwdm of Anvna r . Afalt/biaA Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site Sunday Tim§$ 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer I IClXCl (Holy Comrrwuon 2nd Sunday) L_2J 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phona 795-2370 or 94R-9327 Vicar - ftev. D»vid T. Hustwick aww wqyfarercc.orf “WHITNEYVILLE bible 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00arri in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Church 8546 W^^«yv«e Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunaa^ Schoo 930am Susday Momng Worshg; 1030 am Meevg at cnapei cr- MutneyMie Ave Sunday Evenrg Arormo 6 00 p m Wed Pta/et b &Ue Study 700 pm Txmai >urt ’asor • ?ev Kar Sqtxx Assoc Pastor �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002/Page 5 Missing boys found after village-wide search by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Two Middleville boys feared abducted by a stranger were found safe Tuesday night when they walked unharmed into the park where they were last seen five hours earlier The two boys, both 9, told police and their parents that they had been hiding at the Thornapple Fire Department building because they were afraid they would be grounded for being out past sunset and that they had not been approached by any strangers. “We were about to issue an Amber Alert,’ but the kids were found while we were filling out the paper­ work,” said Trooper Sandra Larsen, speaking on behalf of troopers Phil McNabnay and Mike Behrendt, who in­ vestigated the incident. An Amber Alert, said Larsen, is a method for noti fying all media statewide that a child is missing and believed to be in danger. Troopers were first called at 9:50 p.m. by the parents who said the last time the children were seen by an­ other child was at 4:50 p.m. in the Fremont Street park. Behrendt searched the Hunter Apartment complex, the park and then focused his attention on the south­ east part of the village. “The parents said this had never happened before and they believe something hap­ pened to their children,” po­ lice reported. The parents also told po­ lice that the boys play in the park regularly and always call if they’re going to be late. Panic began when one of the mothers gave police in­ formation on a possible sus­ pect whom she described as a very odd looking man spotted watching the chil­ dren play in the park. And, a sibling of one of the missing boys told police that her brother had previ­ ously been given a ride home by the man. Police then listed the chil­ dren as missing and endan­ gered with the Michigan Law Enforcement Informa­ tion Network and requested that Trooper Lane Booms of the Wayland State Police Post respond with his track­ ing dog, Xi. CTI Music Ministries to perform at Leighton Church A music team from CTI Music Ministries (formerly Carpenter’s Tools), an inter­ national music ministry, will appear during the 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship serv­ ices Sunday, April 28, at the Leighton United Methodist Church. Since 1982. CTI Music Ministries has ministered in more than 40 countries in front of more than one mil­ lion high school students and young people. The goal of CTI Music Ministries is to reach every young person possible with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They recruit, train and send music teams to work with established Christian ministries worldwide. Presently, CTI Music Ministries is touring the United States bringing a first-hand report to churches, Christian colleges and high schools of ministry to young people around the world and challenging oth­ ers to greater involvement in missions. Leighton Church is lo­ cated on the comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue between Middleville and Dorr. Call 891 8028 for more information. Meanwhile, officers ob­ tained photos of the boys and prepared to distribute them to the media. "While Trooper Behrendt was conducting a neighbor­ hood canvas on Ellis Street,” one of the dads “went to the park and started walking to­ ward the fence.” Because the tracking dog was en route and police did not want to interfere with the scent, the father was asked not to go into the park. “As Trooper Behrendt shined a light across (father) he noticed a bike and (he) immediately got on the cell phone and told his wife we had found the bike,” police reported. “Behrendt began to shine the light around the park and noticed two chil­ dren walking toward the bike. The boys matched the descriptions.” The man shouted his son’s name and both boys turned and look in his direc­ tion. “He then identified them.” said police. “The boys said they were at the fire department for a long time during the night and were scared to go home be­ cause they knew the would be in trouble and possibly get grounded for not being home before dark.” The boys also said they had been on one of the walking trail which goes from Middleville to Crystal Flash on M-37. that they didn’t tell anyone where they were going and that no one had tried to pick them up. The boys denied ever having seen the suspect de­ scribed by the family mem­ bers. Call 945-9554 for classified ads. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today — We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 a.m.-Noon Appointments available in Caledonia Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-at-law 1-888-945-3512 More Personal Care Is Coming April 30 Members of the CTI Music Ministries will per­ form at Leighton United Methodist Church this Sunday morning. Call 945-9554 for Sun & Neus classified ads lock You can haue worry free living again with the security and small town friendliness that Carveth Village Assisted Living provides. Join us as we celebrate our Slid cAnnii/e/tsa/ty We are offering a Middleville Floral & Gilt Remember that special someone... Stop in to see our large selection of arrangements. Don't forget.. f Hot fie t Wl Z s is SUNDAY. MAY 12th* - Y’ There’s still time to show your appreciation to that special secretary! Marisa Rakowski. MCF, Owner 314 Arlington (M-37) - Middleville Free Seminar Tuesday, April 23 at 7:00 p.m. “Financing Long Term Care Insurance and Estate Planning Considerations” Learn the latest information regarding Medicare and Medicaid. Learn more about how to plan for your retirement years. Our panel of experts will be here to ansiver ail ofyour questions. Attorney: Kent Mudie, Twohey-Massini Co. Long Term Education Group Wanette VandenBerg R.N. Investment Specialist: Drew McFadden, Edward Jones Call for your reservation now. Carveth Village 690 West Main Street, Middleville, MI 49333 (Family Owned and Operated) 616-795-4972 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Apnl 23. 2002 Miss Middleville-Barry County Caledonia grad pageant deadline is April 30 earns doctorate The deadline for applying for the Miss Middleville Barry County scholarship pageant is Tuesday, April 30. Young women ages 17-24 who live, work or go to school in Barry County are eligible to apply. The competition includes interview, talent, athletic wear and evening gown sec­ tions. The pageant will be held June 29 in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School auditorium. Kelli Leep, executive di­ rector of the pageant, said, “We are so pleased to be able to offer a $1,000 schol­ arship to the winner. This is an excellent opportunity to represent Middleville and Barry County and earn a college scholarship at the same time.” The winner of the local pageant will have the oppor­ tunity to compete for other scholarships in the Miss Michigan Scholarship pag­ eant. which is part of the Miss America pageant com­ petition. I^ast year’s winner. Nikki Schiedel, said, “It has been a great year.” Leep said Schiedel will participate in the 2002 Miss Michigan Pageant and then attend the June 29 event in Middleville to help crown her successor. The committee will hold fund-raisers for the event. Anyone interested in obtain­ ing an application or con­ tributing to the fund-raising effort for the event should call Leep at 795-5337 or via Kristen Neely, a 1993 graduate of Caledonia High School, earned her doctorate last December in biochemis­ try. microbiology and mo­ lecular biology from Penn State University. She successfully defended her thesis. Interaction of the yeast SWI/SNF complex by transcription activators as a mechanism of promoter re­ cruitment. The salutatorian of the CHS Class of ‘93. she en­ rolled that fall at Michigan State University and in 1997 graduated as part of the Ly­ Knsten Neely man Briggs School of Sci­ ence with a bachelor of sci­ of the Howard Hughes ence degree in microbiol­ Medical Institute. The re­ ogy. She began doing re­ search is focused on under­ search for the first time in standing cancer onset and 1995 while working in a progression. food microbiology lab at “In particular, we study KLcep(dtk.kl2.mi us. MSU. After two years of un­ how cells are able to sense dergraduate research in this damage to their DNA and lab. she decided to go to are able temporarily stop di­ graduate school. viding until the damage is She became a Ph.D. can­ repaired.” Neely said. 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Amy DeKleine 616 299 6'90 616-583-5000 en 207 presents __ *°l The ihou it 00 from every nciet sale *<// go to the CyUtc Ftbemu Foundation Additional i caunbulumi are aitepted and »tit go tn their entirety to the Foundation n ah<» upported b\ the Mulligan Count il for Am and ( ultural Affair . ,/G/cOA' Lar...r^ Iru ■’ �The Sun and News Middleville. Mi/April 23. 2002/Page 7 Dena Ackerson Jacob A. “Jake” Huttenga MIDDLEVILLE - Jacob A. (Jake) Huttenga. age 85. of Middleville, passed away, April 14, 2002 at Saint Mary’s Hospital. Grand Rapids. Mr. Huttenga was bom on Jan. 3. 1917 at Grand Hav­ en. Mich., the son of Jacob H. and Grace (Middle) Huttenga. Mr. Huttenga attended Ferris State University and graduated with a BA in Business. He obtained two Master’s from Michigan .State University. He was employed at Muskegon Heights Public Schools and retired from Muskegon Community College in 1974. His teach­ ing career spanned 35 years. He was a member of Muskegon Kiwanis. MEA/ NEA. MARSP (treasurer), member of Caledonia Unit­ ed Methodist Church. Ad­ ministrative Management Society. He was married to Betty L. Kaechele on Dec. 26, 1942. Mr. Huttenga is survived by his wife, Betty (Kae­ chele) Huttenga; four daughters. Cheryl A. Hut­ tenga of Norton Shores. MI. Marcia (Ken) Holst of Mid­ dleville. Jane (Brian) Foy of Muscatine. Iowa. Christine Huttenga of Sand Lake; grandchildren, Andrew (Amanda) Logg, Kevin (Courtni) Holst, Kristin Foy. Alecia Holst. Joshua Foy, Kyle Kolst; great grandchil­ dren. Keenen Wakefield; cme sister. Ann Hirdes of Grand Haven; in-laws. Mary Huttenga. Paul and Mary Kaechele and Dorothy Kaechele; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday. April 18. 2002 at the Caledonia United Methodist Church. Caledonia. MI. Rev. Nor­ man Kohns officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Caledonia United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. services were held Thurs­ day. April 18, 2002 at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 liast Main. Caledonia. Rev. Mark A. Beers officiat­ ed. Interment Hooker Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contribu­ tions to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. Ada L. Pease Mrs. Ada L. Pease, age 89, of the Luther Home, passed away Saturday evening. April 13, 2002 and went Io be with her 1 -ord. She was preceded in death by her husband. Clifford; grandsons. Steve Raynes and Chuck Crumback. Surviving arc her daugh­ ters. Barbara and Robert Crumback, June and Samual Raynes; her son. Clinton and Mary Ann Pease; 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; cousins and friends. Funeral and committal MIDDLEVILLE - Dena Ackerson, age 89. of Gackler Rd.. Middles ille. went io be with her Lord, surround­ ed by her loving daughters. Sunday. April 21, 2002 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Ackerson was bom on Nov. 10. 1912 in Grand Rapids. MI. the daughter of John and Hilda (Doesburg) Musch. She was raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended Oakdale Christian School and Davis Technical College. She was employed a brief time at the Dexter Lock Co. in Grand Rapids. She was married to William C. Ackerson in November 1949. She moved to her farm home in 1949 where she and her husband farmed for many years. Mrs. Ackerson was the oldest living member of the Leighton United Methodist Church, a member for over 50 years. She taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for over 30 years. Mrs. Ackerson is survived by daughters. Mary Acker­ son of Hastings and Julie Ackerson of Middleville; sister. Joan Peot of Grand Rapids; brother and sisterin-law, John “Doc" (Irene) Barry County GOP dinner is Thursday The Barry County Repub­ lican Party will have its an­ nual "Lincoln Day Dinner" Thursday evening. April 25, at the Middle Villa Inn in THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com Middleville. Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m., giving guests time to meet Republican candidates running for local and statewide offices, many of whom are expected to be attending the dinner. Betsy DeVos, active in Republican politics since 1976 and presently serving as chairwoman of the Great Lakes Education Project, will be the keynote speaker. Tickets are $25 per per­ son, and may be purchased at King’s Music Center and Reynolds Land Surveying at 505 W. Apple St. For more information about tickets, dinner or res­ ervations. call 945-4945. Musch of Grand Rapids; sister-in-laws. Margaret Strong. Betts Bryant and Beulah Richardson: several nieces and nephews; special niece. Helen Reitsma; and special friend. Max Maichele. Preceding her in death were husband. William on Feb. 26, 1987; sisters. Hilda Huizinga. Henrietta Sytsma. Betty Stow le and Effie Vink; and brother. Cornelius “Case" Musch. Services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday. April 24. 2002 at Leighton Ignited Methodist Church. Rev’s Ray Townsend and Kenneth Vaught officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Ceme­ tery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Disease Found­ ation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Spring Arrivals daily: I . Tice Selection of... ! 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last Tuesday night adopted the first four sections (12 total) of changes to the Trainably Mentally Impaired (TMI) re­ productive health curricu­ lum. It was done at the second public hearing for the changes as required by law. The Reproductive Health Committee, co-chaired by Dutton Elementary Principal Jerry Phillips and parent Cheryl Bergy, had previ­ ously recommended these changes to the curriculum. The board approved changes to the sections on self-es­ teem, dating, parenting and marriage thus far. The committee is a state mandated advisory board that must review and over­ see any information and changes to the reproductive health curriculum for the district or brought before the school board of education. The committee is comprised of parent, community and district staff representatives. Phillips explained that TMI students learn differ­ ently. “They need very concrete information that they can re­ late to themselves. Their parents have been asking for help with explaining (life/body changes) to the students. “There were about 30 in attendance (at a reproductive health meeting) and about • Mowing • Lawn Maintenance • Light Landscaping • Snow Plowing 616.795.5052 Ion & Todd 500 Arlington Rd Middleville. 49058 616.838.5046 half of them were TMI (stu­ dents’) parents." said Phil­ lips. The district has an obliga­ tion to teach/train TMI stu­ dents up until the age of 26. Viewing and learning the re­ productive health curricu­ lum must be approved for each student through an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). All reproductive health programs in the Caledonia District are operated on an “opt-in" basis. Parents of any Caledonia student must sign a consent form for their student to view/learn the program(s). Parents also have the option of viewing any videos and/or materials beforehand. In a separate action, the board approved use of the video “Time to Wait for Sex” by Pam Stenzel. The video will be used in con­ junction with the current, regular-education reproduc­ tive health curriculum for seventh-, eighth- and ninth­ graders. “This tape was brought (to the committee’s attention) by Caledonia parents who attended (Stenzel’s) speak­ ing engagement at South Christian,” said Phillips. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage tor homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891.9294 Whether you’re looking for a new home, needing to improve your existing home, or would like to refinance, Hastings City Bank has a plan for you! Stop by any of our offices for more information today! Hastings City Bank J‘MD" Here For You Since 1886 RJIC “They thought that our stu­ dent body would benefit from it too.” Speaking of a committee review of the video at a pre­ vious meeting, he said. “(It was) the fastest I’ve ever seen a video approved. It’s very abstinence-driven re­ productive health.” The committee unanimously ap­ proved the use of the video at that meeting. Phillips stated that it would require parental con­ sent for students to view the video. “If (the students) show up the day of the video without a signed consent form, they don’t see it,” he said. In other business last week, the board: • Approved bids for con­ struction of the replacement high school. According to board member Robert Bergy, the parts of the bid being recommended by the building committee were “So they can get started. More (bids) will come in the next few weeks.” The building committee received a minimum of five bids on each section. The sections included bid divi­ sions “D,” “E” and “F.” Bids were awarded to the following companies: Division “D” is for con­ crete flat work. The contrac­ tor is Burgess Concrete Construction with a bid of $1,322,403. Division “E” is for ma­ sonry work. The contractor is Burggrabe Masonry with a bid of $5,655,818.00. Division “F” is for struc­ tural steel/miscellaneous metals/precast work. The contractor is Steel Supply & Engineering with a bid of $2,679,200. As stated in an earlier school board report in the Sun and News, the bidding climate for build­ ing is good. So far bids have been coming in under budg­ eted amounts. • Approved the “Resolu­ tion Setting Matters to be Voted Upon” for the June 10 annual school election. • Agreed to the purchase recommended by the Fi­ nance Committee of 31 iMacs for each elementary. The purchase would be for a total of 123, at a cost of $184,388. The money would come from the 2000 bond money. • Approved repairs and maintenance recommended by the Finance Committee for all athletic fields for the spring and fall of 2002 at an amount not to exceed $15,000. • Granted a leave of ab­ sence for bus driver. Sally McCarthy. • Set the date of gradua­ tion for the Class of 2002 for 7:30 p.m. Thursday. May 30. Board members indi­ cated if they thought they would be able to participate in commencement. • Received thanks from Nick Unger for the support and letter that the board is­ sued to Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation con­ cerning a traffic light at the comer of M-37 and 100th Street. “The first step has already happened," Unger said, speaking of the caution/stop light recently installed at that corner. (We’re) now laying the groundwork for an upgrade.’’ Viewed a presentation by Caledonia Elementary Prin­ cipal Cheryl O’Connor on the climbing wall recently installed in their school. She reported how the kids raised the money for the project and that they were now sub­ mitting ideas for painting a mural on the rock climbing wall. • Viewed a presentation by Katie Gilbert, presented by CHS Principal Ron Moag, that she put together through CHS’s “Communi­ ties at School” program. Her video presentation included projects and ideals by each of the elementary schools in the district: Caledonia Ele­ mentary - Marketplace; Dutton - School as Family; Emmons Lake - The Pod System; Kettle Lake - Fam­ ily Involvement. • Heard a report on behalf of the Education Committee proposing a new course and presenting English 12 book recommendations. The Epic of Gilgamesh, The Ramayana, The Song of Roland, Write for College, Aristotle in 90 Minutes, Machiavelli in 90 Minutes and Henry V are books being recom­ mended for the course. The course outline and books will be available in the Ad­ ministrative Office for pub­ lic review until the May 21 regular board meeting. Should the course and books be approved, financing would be through the gen­ eral fund textbook account. • Granted tenure to Mary Bergy, Heather Gibson and Gina Hanson, all at the high school; Daniel Burd at Cale­ donia Elementary. Marcia Schaner at Dutton Elemen­ tary and Denise Fox at Ket­ tle Lake Elementary. Second year probation was approved for Scott El­ dred, CHS special educa­ tion; Kevin Remenap. CHS; Shelley Gibbons. CMS: Jes­ sie Hancock. Joan Wallace and Kim Fletcher. Caledonia Elementary; Tracy Wanamaker. Kaylene Hentlc. Lori Coffman and Sucllen Claf­ lin. Dutton Elementary: and Marjorie Terpstra. Dutton Elcmentary/Dutton Chris­ tian. Third year probation was authorized for Pam Carpen­ ter. James Crites. Kelly Gray and Danielle Ralston, CHS; Thomas O’Brien. Al­ ternative Education; Joseph (Tony) Signori, CMS; Melissa DeHorn. Caledonia Elementary; Kerry Fernan­ dez. Dutton Elcmcntary/Spccial Education: lulie Nixon, Dutton Elementary; and Scott Carpenter, Em­ mons Lake Elementary. Fourth year probation was recognized for Kristen Gan­ non and Melissa Walbridge. CHS; Tonya Heaton, Darrell Kingsbury, Jim Klomparcns, Rory Robertson, Rebecca Stauffer and Rebecca Wen­ ger. CMS; Amy DcnOttcr, Caledonia Elementary; Mary Hoekstra, Caledonia Elemcntary/Dutton Chris­ tian; Michelle Ehrhardt, Dutton Elementary; Jean DeVries and Sandra Struyk, Dutton Christian/Shared Time; Todd DeJong, Todd Holstcge, Jenny King and Candace Price, Emmons Lake Elementary; Kelly Clark, Douglas DeRuyter and Kelly (Rodger) LaCroix, Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Brownie Girl Scouts en­ joyed a weekend away at the Girl Scout Camp Anna Be­ hrens in March. The weather was a mixture of snow and rain, getting everyone soaked as they arrived. But it didn’t seem to stop the girls from trying new things. Science experiments, silli­ ness and socializing were all a part of the weekend expe­ rience. Top right: Monday. March 11, found Pink ladies, ponytails 79 Brownie Girl Scouts at Caledonia Elementary and poodle skirts. These School taking part in the Brownie Giri Scouts know “Senses Try-it.” As part of how to have fun in the their Challenge Pin, three 50s. The girls from Mo­ seventh grade girls from nique Brennen’s Brownie Troop 513 and one junior troop display the outfits from Troop 639 assisted the that their leader made for younger girls in exploring the annual Girl Scout the senses of seeing, smell­ Sock Hop ing, tasting and touching. Bottom right: March also found Girl Brownie Scouts had fun Scouts of all ages gathered learning different informa­ together for their annual tion about their senses at Sock Hop. For those interested in the “Senses Try-it” more information about the meeting. Giri Scouting program, call Gayle Kraft at 891-1802. TAPRC Golf Outing returns for 2nd year by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission will have its second golf outing Saturday, May 18. at the Yankee Springs golf course. Area companies inter­ ested in sponsoring a hole or helping with the event can pick up information at the Middleville Village Hall, Thornapple Township Hall or the Thornapple Kellogg administration building. Sponsorships are avail­ able for $600, which in­ cludes two foursomes and a sign at the tee or green, $350 for one foursome and a sign at a tee or green and $100 for a sign without any golf. The Parks and Rec Com­ mission also is looking for organizations and individu­ als to sponsor prizes. Any­ one interested in volunteer­ ing for this event should call 795-7202. Great Local Service! Fast Claim Service! Great^S Auto Rates! The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 MkMewBe M. Ill M. Mm St *37. mumm. mi *•**••. mi 1*800443*5253 517*852*2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE WB FAJMf BUREAU EK INSURANCE Applications for golfers who want to take part and help local recreation pro­ grams are also available. The fee for a foursome is $240, which includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, re­ freshments and tournament prizes. The TAPRC Open has a limit of 36 teams, with 20 teams guaranteeing a shotgun start. The registration deadline is May 13. Full payment must be included with player registration. Funds raised will be used to im­ prove and maintain existing recreational programs and facilities, build new facili­ ties and coordinate recrea­ tional programs. As an added incentive, the TAPRC has four rounds of golf at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa and four rounds of golf at the Thor­ oughbred golf course at the double JJ Resort as special pnzes. Checks can be sent to the TAPRC. P.O. Box 250, Middleville, 49333 or call 795-7202 for information. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTIOSad. ^SERVICES jofessional, progress/Ve More Progressive Care Is Coming April 30 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 23. 2002 Caledonia Odyssey of the Mind teams compete in state contest by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Four Caledonia Odyssey of the Mind teams earlier this month traveled to the state competition at Traverse City. The hard work and dedi­ cation of the past five months paid off with some respectable placements. Receiving fifth place in Division III for The Chame­ leon was the Caledonia High School team consisting of Jayme Luetkemeyer. Kyle Bellgraph. Corey McGilton, Nicole Shive and Josh Wienczkowski - all 10thgraders at CHS. Though this team was self-coached, they were chaperoned at the state level by Crystal Bellgraph and Kathy McGilton. Taking eighth place in Di­ vision 1 for The Chameleon was the Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary team, coached by Elizabeth Shrewsbury. Team members included fifth­ graders David VanderMark and Alexander Rueter, plus fourth-graders David This CHS Odyssey of the Mind team coached themselves to a fifth place rank­ ing at the state competition in Traverse City earlier this month. (From left, front row) Ashley Jenkins, Josh Wienczkowski. Nicole Shive, (back row) Kyle Bellgraph. Jayme Luetkemeyer and Corey McGilton. Caledonia High School Team members waits their turn for the long-term prob­ lem Center Stage Division III. While waiting they were required to answer ques­ tions about their teamwork and what they learned through the process of working together. They portrayed a twist on Rip VanWinkle and how he took life for granted before he fell asleep for 20 years. The Caledonia Elementary School Division I team, coached by Jessie Hancock and Melissa DeHom. Team members include Stacey Forton, Aaron Maxey, Alicia Lanser, Trent Pontious, Alexa Krueger, Kegan Ball and Stacie Moll. movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Frt. & Sat *r---------------------------------------- , I • IMovie Outpost • I I | ' • Rent One Movie Or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon . | | Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or tceeor value i J One coupon per vM please £»rM0»1-4n Product ML SunAd | VHS/DVD movies &. pliyer rentals Ganees A game systnn rental Special Orders and Previewed movies A games for sale. Gift Certificates A Gift Baskets XUS A Game Accessories Ziemke. Greg Echelbarger, Taryn Herrick. Andrea Engerson and Cortney Howell. The long-term problem of Center Stage Division III saw the Caledonia High School team, coached by Melissa Hormel, taking ninth place. Team members were Amy Jasaitis, Ben Keizer. James Ward. Brianna Hormel, Shelby King and PJ Delnay, all 10thgraders at CHS. Earning 12th place for The Chameleon in Division I was Caledonia Elementary School, coached by Jessie Hancock and Melissa De­ Horn. Team members in­ clude Stacey Forton, Aaron Maxey. Alicia Lanser, Trent Pontious, Alexa Krueger. Kegan Ball and Stacie Moll - 3rd grade at Caledonia Elementary. Odyssey of the Mind is considered ‘A Creative Problem-solving Program.” It embodies the international spirit of creativity. Accord­ ing to information from the state competition, Odyssey of the Mind is characterized as a tool to “teach students how to think divergently by providing open-ended prob­ lems that appeal to a wide range of interests.” Odyssey of the Mind is designed to help students learn to work together and build teamwork skills, nur­ ture the creative thinking process and not limit solu­ tions, success or interests. Teams compete in a long­ term problem where they prepare a solution to certain requirements which they bring to competition; style which is considered the en­ hancement of the long-term problem solution and the spontaneous problem which is given to each team only on the day of competition. Long-term solutions are worth a maximum of 200 points, style is worth a maximum of 50 points and spontaneous is worth a maximum of 100s. The scores of all three areas are totaled to decide a team’s mk in competition. For those wanting to find out more about Odyssey of the Mind, check out the website at www.odysseyofthemind.com. "CaU 945-9554^ for Sun & News Action-Ads. Making it into the fifth spot at the state level with The Chameleon Division III, the CHS self-coached high school team answers the judges questions as they scrutinize their vehicle during competition Breathing a collective sigh of relief, Elizabeth Shrewsbury's Kettle Lake team only has the sponta­ neous problem to tackle now. Professor Smarty-pants and Owie Bear" (a k a. Kettle Lake s David VanderMark and Cortney Howall) wart anxiously for the beginnmq of their long-term problem*for“the*cKa“m^leon OTvision Tr 41 ***** *•**• �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Aphl 23. 2002/Page 11 Country Meadows expands offerings by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Carole J. Axdorff is ex­ cited about the expansion at County Meadows off 76th Street in Caledonia. She welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in owning one of the 18 models of homes available. Axdorff has worked for this family owned company since 1996. She can show models by Hart Housing and Four Seasons, which include residential quality kitchens, windows and siding. Units at Country Mead­ ows come with three or four bedrooms and two full baths. Virginia Sigala, who manages the property with her husband Frank, echoes Axdorff’s sentiments. “1 have been here since May 1, 1996, when we started with just 13 families. There are now 232.” Country Meadows is Virginia Sigala (on left) and Carole Axdorff are busy planning the May 4 open house at Country Meadows. There are two playgrounds and a community center with a pool at Country Meadows. owned by Kentland Corpo­ rations Property, which also owns Cider Mill Village in Middleville. The grand opening of the new expansion will be Sat­ urday, May 4, during an open house celebration. Ax­ dorff notes that some pond lots are still available. For more information about the new Country Meadows section, call Ax­ dorff at 891-2225 or stop by 7540 Bronco on May 4. Knott’s Greenhouses—now open 3422 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia River clean-up needs volunteers by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A 40-mile river cleanup is being organized for Satur­ day. May 18. in Caledonia, Middleville and Hastings and Nashville, among other area communities. Leo Hendershot of Hast­ ings, who is on the water­ shed cleanup committee, said it’s important to sign up now to facilitate the plan­ ning required for the cleanup. Different crews will be assigned to various sections of the river. Hendershot, who gave a presentation April 17 to the Caledonia Township Board , said cleanup results in a river that benefits boaters, fishermen, landowners and others who just enjoy this natural resource. "This is a chance we have to go out and clean this up, and get people involved to make it more beautiful." Hendershot said he fishes and he explained his own experience with the cleanup. He said the City of Hast­ ings had just put in a new river walkway from Tyden Park toward the airport. "We've got a brand new bridge over the river. We'd like to keep it clean. We're a bunch of individuals. We have a good time. We will float the river, pick up. clean up along the banks, and if we find something that needs more people, we get a couple of crews together and go back and get it. "Last year we took a steel boat out of the river that had been there who knows how long. It took 10 guys to get it out, but we had fun doing it." The event has become a tradition, taking place the Saturday before Memorial Day each year. The festival began in Barry County, but it has been held each year in Caledonia as well. The col­ lection of debris declines slightly, perhaps because of the effectiveness of the cleanup in prior years. The cleanup is being co­ ordinated as one unified ef­ fort this year, to include a festival, with a free lunch at Tyden Park between noon and 2:30 p.m. that Saturday. The feast includes roast hog, turkey, fruits, vegetables, pop, bottled water and other items, courtesy of several sponsors. The festival will feature music, exhibits and demon­ strations. "A fly fisherman will do a book signing," Hendershot said. The DEQ, DNR and Drain Commis­ sion has displays, and will help out. A free T-shirt will be given to each volunteer, and canoe use is free to partici- ATTENTION HOME BUYERS It's a buyer's market, so let me help you start shopping. For your FREE pre-approval call 891- SOLD WENDY ZANDSTRA REALTOR* ' Diamond Main Office 891-2222 SVMJ S Rodden Q . iW’a Mi pants from canoe rental es­ tablishments. Groups begin at various points for a float time of about two hours. All skill levels are welcome, and families are invited to take part, though those under age 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Caledonia Township Board declared May 18 to be Thornapple River Cleanup Day in Caledonia Township. For those who do not wish to take the canoe trip, but would like to support the effort, volunteers to assist in Caledonia library plans book discussion Kent District Library invites adult readers to get together at the library for informal discussion of some great books, as several KDL branches hold book discus­ sions in May. A discussion will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday. May 1, at the Caledonia Branch. 240 Emmons. The book will be “Lucille: The Life of Lucille Ball,” by Kathleen Brady. Copies of the featured title are available at each library’s checkout desk. For more information about the book discussions, please call Kent District Library at 784-2007. Yankee Springs park meeting set The Yankee Springs Park Committee will hold its next meeting on Monday. April 29. to discuss progress of park plans. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in the township hail. other activities are needed. Phone Steve Merring at 945-9706, Rose Hendershot at 948-8823 or Renee VanHouten 656-9845. 698-8221 Hanging Baskets r v«getable a Plants . Hrs.: M-F 9-6; Sat. 9-3; Sun. Closed Have a Printing Need? Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Publishers of: •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News / •Maple Valley News Marshall Community Advisor Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender To contact one of our Printing Specialists Call: Phone (616) 945-9554 Fax (616) 945-5192 e-mail us at:: j-ads@voyager.net �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002 More utilities projects proposed for Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board approved engineering for one utility project at a cost of $18,692, but did not approve engineering costs for other projects recom­ mended by Utilities Admin­ istrator Rich Pierson April 17 Pierson recommended several future financing con­ siderations for additional water and sewer improve­ ments, which would include installation of sewer and wa­ ter mains in various projects, and a DPW maintenance building. Pierson asked the board to consider Township Share Bonds and using money in the general fund to finance these projects. Al this point, he was rec­ ommending authorization of funds to design the projects, "in order to take advantage of the current construction season, at great prices." The projects proposed were. • A water main from 92nd to 100th Street, estimated at a cost of $371300. Underly­ ing this is a contract obliga­ tion to attempt a water main project to 100th Street. The design cost is estimated at $21301. • A sewer force main to the sewer treatment plant at a cost of $325,772. This was not initially included in planning the northwest pro­ ject. The existing infrastruc­ ture was to be used before, but since then it was discov­ ered that by pumping di­ rectly to the waste water — 62nd Annual VERMONTVILLE — Maple Syrup Festival Friday, April 26*, 2002 •:30 P.M. ~ OMoW OpMing iRvocartdon and Talent Show The orikial opening of the IcMival (he Talent Show to he held on the Mage downtown with Don Raney (726 1077) a» chairman Talent Show w inners appear on the Sunday program Friday Night Special Start* 4 p n> Mid America Shows tyOwMa M.'t" 100 pm Iti pm Teen Dance at the Opera House 9 00 11:00 p.m. 4:00 8.00 p.m. American Legion Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes u the Ixgion Hall Sunday, April 28-, 2002 7:00 a m. to 3:00 p.m Pancakes American Irgton'NashMlle Lions Starting at 11:00 am Bar BQ we Chicken ' >ons Club 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m Pancakes Hand Renters 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m Arts & Crafts Maplewood School - Program Subject to Change Church Services 11:00 a.m. KMhodst Church (Rev Je« Bowman) 108 N Mair Vermontwae CongreQabonai Church (Rav Enc Leon) 110 S Mar. VermortvAe VermonMe Brite Church (Rev Dan Smlhi 250N Mar VermonMte Grace Comrrwey Church (Rev Don Roscoe i On the stage an Mar St • r case ol rar . at rie School 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27*, 2002 Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Mauer of Ceremonies Iih tlx* Weekend 7:00 a.m. Pancakes American Ixgion/Nashville Lions 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pancakes Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Maple Valley Jazz Band Director. Dennis Vanderhoeft 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Ionia Maple Valley Community Band Director: Andrew Mac Farland 11:00 a.m. Children s Parade Theme: “Vermontville Wapie Syrup Goes to the Olympics." Maple Valley High School Choir 11:45 a.m. Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $12.00 12 00 p.m. to 12:20 p.m. 12:20 p.m to 1:00 p m Dancers Junior High Honor Choir ‘Rockin Country" Line 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.Championship Ping-Pong Play­ offs 1:30 p.m. Introduce Queen & Court Arm Wrestling Talent Winners Egg Toss. Other Games AT THE OPERA HOUSE SATURDAY 11 JO a m. -1 p.m........... Thomappie Valley Dulcimers 5:00 p.m............... Little Miss Maple Princess Contest Director: Ryan Rosin 12:00 a.m. Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 12:30 p.m. Country Harvest Band Grand Parade 2:00 p.m. Parade Theme “Maple Syrup and Old GlorySticking With Tradition 3:15 p.m to 4:15 p.m. Thornapple River Boys Katy Did Cloggen, 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull 5:00 p.m. (Opera House) Little Miss Maple Contest For more information about this year s festival, please phone (517) 726-0394 ■ tax (517) 726-0859 The Producers take pride in bringing you Pure Maple Syrup & Maple Products.____ treatment plant, the existing system would be bypassed. A pipe run near it would avoid a future $700,000 ex­ pense for upgrading the sys­ tem. Design costs are esti­ mated at $18,692. Pierson would like to begin this pro­ ject this year. • Water interconnection of two water systems at an esti­ mated cost of $541,771. This would provide backup, and the engineering would potentially save $50,000 over a potential cost of up to $600,000. The design cost estimate is at $31,085. The funding for these three engineering proposals would come from the gen­ eral fund with payback when the project occurs, Pierson said. "In order to assure timely coordination with the north­ west district construction, we are requesting the town­ ship authorize our township engineer (Randy Wilcox) to design these projects in or­ der to have plans and speci­ fications prepared in time for late summer construc­ tion," Pierson said. Trustee Richard Robert­ son asked where money would come from for the projects. Pierson said the Lepard Park project has been pro­ posed, and has been as­ sessed, and would be wrapped into the total of the sewer force main project. Lepard Park will require commitment by system us­ ers to contract for connec­ tion fees or allow their prop­ erties to be assessed by the township to guarantee the revenues for debt service payments. Utility projects in the past have been funded through bonds, which are paid back by the assessment districts using the services over long term periods. "The township is $13 mil­ lion in debt right now," Rob­ ertson said. "I realize on pa­ per, these all pay for them­ selves," but that much money made him nervous, he said, urging caution. He said early on in these pro­ jects there are not enough connections and the town­ ship can run into problems. He brought up the Cam- * Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. to be built behind the water tower on 76th Street west of M-37 on a four-acre site would house utility vehicles, equipment and tools. Robertson mentioned that the fire department is hoping eventually to be housed in a new building. He said con­ sideration might be given to housing both fire engines and pick-up trucks in one building, using an economy of scale, or perhaps the old fire station could house the utilities vehicles when a move occurs. Bravata said there are a lot of building needs in the township, and stressed a need to take a global view which looked at these multi­ ple competing requests. He also supported the idea of moving on those issues where money could be saved in the long run. Pierson said the Utilities Committee is reviewing these things and will report back on the specific propos­ als, including, if possible, a settlement of the payback to the school, Riebel, Baker and the village on the water system. The Township Board went into closed session to discuss negotiations on the Water Transfer Agreement. Subsequently, the board ap­ proved township authoriza­ tion by the utilities adminis­ trator to engage in further negotiations with parties to the water system's transfer agreement to settle the pay­ back obligation on terms ac­ ceptable to the board. Pierson is to report to the Finance Committee about developments. -- ----- ----- ---- ,--- - Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” —.—i— itnJrctk thuuxirxb i/ are siv«ig nk mry with Auto-Owner, Insurance i< < thru Imuni mrile lx<ne pnxeetkn. Scup SCHOOL MENUS * General Dentistry for Children & Adults Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) pau Kettle Lake sewer pro­ ject. which has never quite paid for itself. "It’s one thing on paper and another to make it hap­ pen." There is still additional capacity in that system, but Pierson could not remember how much. "There is capac­ ity. but it is not overwhelm­ ing." In regard to the plan to get utilities down to 100th street. Robertson said all the township is obligated to do is to make "a reasonable ef­ fort." He did not agree with the expectation of "compel­ ling obligation" to provide these services. Pierson has urged that building now would mean long term savings for the township. "If we can finance this year, we can build this year," Pierson said. Trustee Bill Bravata agreed that getting these things at today's dollars could be a real benefit. "We can make a real good invest­ ment for our taxpayers." he said. He also advocated the taxpayers get back their money with interest for this investment. Explaining why some of these projects were not in­ cluded in the northwest util­ ity district costs, Randy Wil­ cox said "Originally we planned to use the existing infrastructure that runs from 76th Street to the plant, knowing there would be some future upgrades. Once the pricing and all the fac­ tors were in place, we re­ viewed that again, when we came up with..." taking into account the current prices and conditions, this would present a better option. He said the timing resulted in consideration of this new approach. Another sewer project from 92nd to lOOth streets also would be postponed un­ til some future year. Pierson was not asking for design costs at this time, but men­ tioned a four-year-old con­ tract with the village re­ quires this project be built in time. Funding for the above listed projects, a DPW building and some other miscellaneous projects were on the “utilities to-do list.” A DPW building proposed Your Smile The First Thing People See! T.K. Secondary Menu Wednesday, April 24 Bosco breadsticks or com dog on a stick, carrot sticks w/ranch, pears, milk. Thursday, April 25 Two soft shell tacos w/lettuce and cheese or BBQ chicken on a bun, mixed veggies, peaches, milk. 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She said sewer bills come to one address and she found that not all the residents us­ ing the service were sent bills. Billing comes from the township routinely follow­ ing issuance of occupancy permits, but DeMann found 30 percent of the residents had never been issued occu­ pancy permits. She found the situation had existed for up to a year after some resi­ dents had moved in and they had never been billed. The Shagbark conflict has continued for many months because many condo resi­ dents have complained of flooding problems and have struggled to obtain a rem­ edy. without action from the developer. DeMann, speak­ ing for the occupants, rou­ tinely brings related issues to the township. DeMann pleaded. "Is there something we can do with teeth in it to force the builders to get occupancy permits? Without these per­ mits there probably were never any final inspections done, because you didn't know you needed to. That's maybe why a lot of our problems exist right now. He's just running over all of us." Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson said billing oc­ curred through a cooperative process between the utilities manager and the building department, which routinely took care of these matters. DeMann gave the ad­ dresses of the owners not being billed. "What are the chances that this is going on through­ out the township?" Trustee Wally Bujak asked. Trustee Bill Bravata said the township office has a routine to follow, which would result in a final in­ spection, and it normally works well. It was agreed the matter needed checking. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said that of­ ten the financing institution requires these permits be­ fore the loan will go through. DeMann countered that the bank had not even recorded many of these loans. In other business last Wednesday night, recom­ mendations of budget and salary changes by the Fi­ nance Committee were re­ moved from the agenda by the board after discussion . Many of the changes would affect salaries . Two board members, Clerk Pat Snyder and Treas­ urer Jill Cardwell, not pre­ sent while attending training that evening, asked for post­ ponement until they could be present. Trustees Richard Robert­ son and Wally Bujak said they were sorry for the delay since the absent members as well as others would benefit from the changes as recom­ mended. During discussion a con­ flict was alluded to, over some of the recommenda­ tions and it was assumed the postponement was requested so the missing officers could vote. Robertson said he would want it to be clear that all in- Vince and Karen Meaney 975-5656 or 813-6824 1-800-530-9550x139 The Power of Teamwork! Metropolitan Title Company CALEDONIA RANCH - 3 bedrooms. 3 season porvh and central air Huge fenced back yard. 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He said if additional informa­ tion might flavor the deci­ sion. he was willing to wait. Bujak said. "When we as a board when asked to make important decisions in the township, may find our­ selves in a stalemate, if it is not to the advantage of all our personal schedules, there are important items are to be discussed, so I do share concerns" over delay. Trustee Bill Bravata said the Finance Committee had brought wonderful informa­ tion and even if 90 percent was on target, and if more from Snyder would clarify it. and some tweaking was possible, he would be will­ ing to wait. Harrison suggested the board could approve the rec­ ommendations with a de­ layed implementation date, and modify any adjustments later. Trustee Larry Stauffer suggested waiting to make the decision but to make the changes effective retroactive to April 1, when previous plans by the board were to implement the changes on that date. Better reporting of town­ ship financial transactions has been repeatedly re­ quested by Robertson. He frequently has questions to clarify payment of various bills, but answers were hard to come by with the clerk and treasurer both absent. De Palmer was able to help. The overall way of report­ ing is problematic for him and others to understand. He asked if approval of paying bills and the treasurer's re­ port was the same as ap­ proval of the revenue and expenditure report or if they were separate. Harrison's understanding was that the board was being provided with a list of bills for which they were approving the list of checks, different than the report itself. Robertson said the bills portion was not such a con­ cern. but one report needs to account for exactly where township money is being spent. There seemed to be a question about whose job it was. the supervisor, treas­ urer or other party, to look at the report and see if it was right. 'I can guarantee you this is not right. 1 think our board needs to be better than this. I'm not suggesting for a min­ ute that anybody's putting this money in their pocket. I think its just a carelessness about this aspect of our re­ sponsibilities I think we need to look at this much more carefully,’ Robertson Bravata agreed it is hard to read the reports and tie a number of items together. 'It’s difficult the way we are See Shagbark, page 14 PHOTO Center It’s Prom Time! Don't trust your film to just anyone. Let the professionals at Printing Plus process your special memories! (UhsAD yjou qsd yrou/i fihoioA fUiocaiAati dofLi maiia/i! TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE /K fl fl 1 SINGLE SET N||MM ! INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ~ ' Pnnts Additional A Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... 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Thousands of citi­ mon told, a group of plan­ zens are involved in making ning and zoning officials planning and zoning deci­ April 11. sions. Township and county of­ “Planning and zoning in ficials were invited from Michigan is truly citizen across Barry County to a driven." he stressed. seminar presented by the The problem is, these OUR-land Committee last units tend not to interact Thursday, April 11. with each other. Planning ef­ Solomon is involved with forts are often not well coor­ the Extension office and dinated, which new legisla­ with the Kellogg Biological tion attempts to address. Station. He is the district Contiguous governing units agent for natural resources, will be notified and re­ and is chair of the Gun Plain sources shared in the future. Township Planning Com­ An example of where mission in Allegan County. common interests overlap Changes in planning and within separate zoning juris­ zoning laws were passed dictions is Gull Lake, where Jan. 9 of this year. Munici­ four different townships palities can operate under (Barry. Prairieville, Ross the old statuary process until and Richland) and two Jan. 9, 2003. If a current county units affect planning plan change is under way, and zoning around the lake. and will not be completed Communication can achieve by next January, the new reaching common goals. process will have to be im­ Effects of economic de­ plemented. Plans will be re­ velopment on the environ­ viewed every five years to ment also is better when in­ VILLAGE OF FREEPORT is now accepting applications for the following positions: One seat for the Village Council Trustee & One seat for the Planning Commission Applications to be accepted at the Village Clerk’s office. 306 tegrated land use planning is done cooperatively and with communication. Amendments were in­ tended to improve coopera­ tion and communication. Language inconsistencies governing plans by the three types of acts establishing governments, township, city and village and counties were changed. In addition, the plan is specifically tied to zoning. "In a nutshell.’’ Solomon said, “the changes increase the noticing requirements, there will be changed proce­ dures for adopting a plan, the number of signatures re­ quired for a referendum on township zoning ordinances has changed, and local pro­ visions for cluster/open space development will be mandated." Feedback requirements for a plan or for an amend­ ment to the plan will be in­ creased. Noticing require­ ments and opportunities for public comment will re­ quire extra steps in the proc­ ess. Notification to surround­ ing municipal units and gov­ ernments within the county will include units such as the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), utility companies, school districts, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), railroads, in addition to townships, cities and vil­ lages. Parties asking to be notified will be listed and sent further notices. Those registering will have to pay for mailing. The process to create the Your New Best Friend... Move Over Rover... The FREE Consumer Action Website I'he FREE Consumer Action Web>ite b the consumer’s new best friend. It’s got thousands of links to companies and government agencies - the names, numbers, advice, and connections you need to get your wrongs righted. So use the power of the Internet and the Federal government. Log on to www.pueblo.gsa.gov. and click on the FREE Consumer Action Website. We’ll fetch whatever you need, and promise never to chew up your slippers! www.pueblo.gsa.gov Dean Solomon draft plan or amendment would be similar to prior patterns, and involving the public. Another major change in process will mean the legis­ lative body or board will be involved with the planning board in drafting the new plan and will have to vote to approve it. Approval by the board will be needed to ap­ prove sending copies out to the original notification list. The role of the County Planning Commission is substantially different than in the past. Township and cities and villages now will send their plans to the County Planning Commis­ sion. Verification of having met the public notification requirements will be re­ quired. Adjoining townships would have 65 days after re­ ceipt of the plan to com­ ment. Copies of their com­ ments would be sent to the municipal and county plan­ ning commissions. The county planning com­ mission has a window of be­ tween 75 to 95 days from the receipt of the draft plan from the township, village or city to comment and state whether it considers the plan to be consistent or inconsis­ tent with the county and other plans. The township, village or city must wait for this comment, but failing such comments, the smaller unit can then go ahead. Facts and reasons for the comments is important. Comments from surround­ ing districts could provide important information and permit consistency across boundaries. All comments are to go to the county. It is of value to have this infor­ mation to go ahead with the plan, but in the end the county's comments are advi­ sory only, and nothing can be imposed by the county unit. The public hearing could theoretically be held the 96th day or on the 76th day if the county promises to have the comment returned within the minimum time al­ lowed. A public hearing has always been required, but timing has changed. On the local level, Solo­ mon explained, "The Plan­ ning commission vote on the plan is final unless the legis­ lative body asserts its right to give final approval by resolution. The township board could read the draft, and if they didn t like it, could assert their right." Lo­ cal ordinances could also predetermine their decision making involvement. The legislative body is not re­ quired to hold a public hear­ ing. If voted down, the plan would go back to the plan­ ning commission for revi­ sion. The hearing process would be repeated until the legislative body approves the plan. Once approved a copy of the plan would be sent to all registered contacts on the notification list, especially to all jurisdictions bordering the municipality. Major revisions and amendments to the master plan, such as adding an en­ tire section, similar steps would be followed, except the timelines differ. Munici­ palities have 40 days to comment and the county has 55 to 75 days to comment. Usually after five years, and where there is rapid growth, the master plan has no relation to reality, and needs amendments and revi­ sions or a complete over­ haul. Waiting five years may be too long. It may be better to review the plan every year. The process can re­ quire a very lengthy period of time. "Your zoning decisions should be consistent with the plan map and the text of the master plan." Solomon said. Rezoning requests are routine where the change agrees with the master plan and future zoning map. It is advisable to change the mas­ ter plan proactively and keep it up to date and to al­ low rezonings only when consistent with the current plan. "Good planning practice would say. keep those two connected. There’s an awful lot of places w here zoning changes have been made which have little if any con­ nection to that master plan somewhere in the township hall," Solomon said. Often requests for devel­ opments come in Ag areas, requiring rezoning of areas inconsistent with the plan. The waiting periods of the process for rezonings not consistent with the plan would tend to prevent the kind of rapid changes to the plan which have occurred in See development, pg. 11 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2002, COMMENCING AT 7 30 P M AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD. MID DLEVILLE, MICHIGAN, CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1 ZOC 02-03-04, PARCEL ID NO 018-004-00; A REQUEST BY TIM SCOBEY TO REZONE A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 925 S PAYNE LAKE RD FROM THE “AGRICULTURE’ ZONING DISTRICT TO THE ’RESIDEN­ TIAL SINGLE FAMILY" ZONING DISTRICT 2. ZOC 02-04-05, PARCEL ID NO 020-005-10, A REQUEST BY LARRY KNOWLES TO REZONE THE NORTH 160 FEET OF THE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF M 179 AND LYNN DRIVE FROM THE “C-2, COMMERCIAL" ZONING DISTRICT TO THE ’RSF, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY’ ZONING DIS­ TRICT. 3 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING, SIGNED WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN SHIP PLANNING COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT, AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING. TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY. REASONABLE AUXIL­ IARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED. UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S) CATHY STRICKLAND SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION 307 �The Sun and News. Mtddleville. Ml/April 23. 2002/Page 15 TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF TK TOWNSHIP OF YAMtEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON APRILS 2002 THE TOWNSHf BOARD OF TRUSTEES ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE TO AJOD ARTICLES B « IV VANOIXOF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE TO REPEAL ALL ORD­ NANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH ANO TO PROVIDE FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF SAID ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO 04-01-02 ADOPTED: 04-11-02 • EFFECTIVE: 04-30-02 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLES B, Hi IV V ANO IX OF THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE TO REPEAL AU ORDRANCES OR PARTS OF ORDI­ NANCES IN CONFLICT herewith AND TO ESTABLISH THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF SAID ORDINANCE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN ORDAINS SECTION 1 REVISION TO ARTICLES I, M. IV, V AND IX THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE IS HEREBY AMENDED TO REVISE ARTICLES II l«. IVVANO IX AS FOLLOWS ARTICLE II 1 DELETE ALL DEFINITIONS PERTAINING TO SIGNS ARTICLE III 1 ADO THE FOLLOWING UST OF PARCEL IO NOS SECTION 7 8GTI0N 17 245-000-10 AG 017-025-00 AG 245015-00 AG 017-037-00 RSF 245-016-00 AG 085-005-00 RSF 085-005-10 RLS 245-017-00 AG 245 01800 AG SECTION 19 019-001-25 RLF 245-019-00 AG 019-005-10 RSF 245-020-00 AG 019-009-10 RLF 245-022 00 AG 019-010-03 C-1 245-024-00 AG 019-015-20 RR 245-O25-00AG 245-02800 AG 019-015-30 RR 019-015-40 RR ANO THEIR ZONING DtSTWCTS SECTION 30 155-055-00 RLF 155-068-00 RSF 235-002-00 THRU ENO ALL RLF SECTION 31 031-004-00 RlF 031-005-00 RLF 031-006-00 RLF 031-007-00 RLF 205-014-00 LOT 14 SEGHOM 32 120-006-00 RSF EXCEPT LOT 11 IS RLF SECTION 36 036-003 00 AG 038003-10 STATE THE FOLLOWING IS A CONDENSED LIST OF CHANGES TO THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE A COPY OF THE COMPLETE TEXT IS AVAILABLE AT THE TOWNSHIP HA1L 284 N BRIGGS RO. MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN ^ADD ''U'FaVa‘PERMITTED USE IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS 2 ADO ’CONDOMINIUM- ANO 'PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS* AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES IN THE AGRICULTURE. SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL RURAL RES­ IDENTIAL. RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY ANO RESIDENTIAL LAKEFRONT ZONING DISTRICTS 3 ADO ’CHURCHES* AS A PERMITTED USE IN AU ZONING DISTRICTS 4 RENAME VARIOUS TYPES OF ‘CARE CENTERS' TO ‘CARE CENTERS' IN AU ZONING DISTRICTS WHERE THEY ARE PRESENTLY LISTED 5 RENAME -PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS TO ‘SCHOOLS* IN ALL ZONING DIS­ TRICTS WHERE THEY ARE PRESENTLY LISTED AND MOVE THEM TO PERMITTED ” USES. AGRICULTURE 1 ADO ‘GREEN HOUSES AND NURSERIES' AS PERMITTED USES. ^1 ADD "CEMETERIES'AS A PERMITTED USE. 2 DELETE "GOLF COURSES’ AS A USE RURAL RESIDENTIAL 1 ADO ‘CEMETERIES* AS A PERMITTED USE 2 DELETE -CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS' AS A USE. TdELETE^CHARITABLE^NSTITUTIONS ■ -HOMES FOR THE AGED. BOARD AND ROOMING HOUSES’AS USES C-1, COMMERCIAL 1. ADO ’MEDICAL AND DENTAL OFFICES' AND ’FUNERAL HOMES' AS PERMITTED USES 2 DEUTE ’COMMUNITY BUILDINGS’ AND ’HOSPITALS* AS USES C-2. COMMERCIAL 1 ADO ‘PUBLICLY OWNED BUILDINGS' AND 'EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITIES’ AS PERMITTED USES C-3. COMMERCIAL 1 ADD ‘GREEN HOUSES AND NURSERIES* AS PERMITTED USES 2. ADD 'WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES' AS SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES 1-1. INDUSTRIAL 1 DEUTE 'A THROUGH F,’ FROM THE LIST OF PROHIBITED BUSINESSES ARTICLE IV. SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES 1 ADO ‘CARE CENTERS. CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENTS. NURSING HOMES. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS AND RECREATION FACILI­ TIES* AND THEIR REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL TO THE LIST OF SPE­ CIAL EXCEPTION USES 2 MAKE MINOR WORDING CHANGES TO THE FOLLOWING USES APART­ MENTS. DOG KENNELS. GRAVEL MINING. OPEN AIR MARKETS. SANI­ TARY LAND FILLS 3. DELETE -FARMING* AS A SPECIAL USE 4 GRAVEL MINING INCREASE THE REQUIRED SETBACKS FROM THE ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY FROM 75 FT TO 200 FT 5 ADD THE SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO THE LIST OF DISTRICTS ALLOWING HOME OCCUPATIONS OUTSIDE THE DWELLING 6 REVISE SETBACKS TO 500 FT FROM ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY. AND ALL LOT LINES TaDO SnTk^REVlEWREQUIREMENTS FOR SIGNS ARTICLE IX 1 DELETE THE EXISTING ARTICLE IX AND REPLACE WITH NEW WORDING LISTING I A ALL SIGN DEFINITIONS B THE TYPES OF SIGNS PROHIBITED BY THE ORDINANCE C THE TYPES OF SIGNS EXEMPT FROM SITE PlAN REVIEW D THE SIZE. NUMBER ANO TYPE OF SIGNS AND SIGN STRUCTURES ALLOWED ON EACH PARCEL OF LAND IN EACH ZONING DISTRICT E ALLOWANCE FOR SPECIAL SIGNS TYPES NOT SPECFlCALLY MEN TIONED IN THE ARTICLE I F THE REQUIRED SETBACKS FROM ALL PROPERTY LINES G THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT ALLOWED FOR EACH TYPE OF SIGN ANO SIGN STRUCTURE H ALLOWANCE FOR SIGN ILLUMINATION I LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS J PERMIT FEES section m REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES AND Er FECTlVE DATE ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES K CONFLICT HEREWITH ARE HEREBY REPEALED THlS ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT EX>’ DAYS FOLLOWING PROPER PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF ITS ADOPOO*. \ ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO MICy«GAN PUBlC ACT 297 QF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP JANICE LIPPERT. CLERK 284 N BRIGGS RD . HUDDLE VILLE, Mt 49333 CALEDONIA TUP. BOARD CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP April 17. 2002 Present: Harrison Bravata Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Absent Snyder and Cardwell Also Present Manage ^ Plan­ ner Zyistra Deputy Oerk Palmer and several citizens The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p m PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION; Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Robertson, commented on the removal of item 108 Bujak commented on removal of item 106 Moved Harnson. second Bravata to remove item 106 - recommen­ dations from the finance commit­ tee Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Lynn Demann of 5282 Wade com­ mented on issue of occupancy permits at the Shagbark Community APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Robertson requested the removal of the approval to pay bills and the Treasurer s report. Moved Bravata. second Bujak to approve the consent agenda excluding the approval to pay Mis and the Treasurer s report Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Discussion was held. Moved Harnson. second Bravata to approve the approval to pay bills and the Treasurer's report Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None CLOSED SESSION - DIS­ CUSSION OF COMMUNICA­ TION FROM ATTORNEY IN REGARDS TO WATER TRANSFER AGREEMENT: Moved Harnson. second Bujak to move into closed session at 7:25 p.m. Roll call vote. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to move into regular session at 8:10 p.m. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to authorize Rich Pierson and Township con­ sultants to engage in further negotiations with the parties to the Water System Transfer Agreement to settle the payback obligation on terms acceptable to the Township Board. Roll call vote Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. DISCUSSION - THORNAP­ PLE RIVER CLEAN UP : Leo Hendershot of Hastings dis­ cussed the Thomapple River Festival and Clean up which will be held on May 18, 2002. Volunteers would be greatly appreciated. Moved Harrison, second Bujak to designate May 18, 2002 as Thomapple River Clean up day and advertise the activities Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION DESIGN APPROVAL FOR FUTURE UTILITY PROJECTS: Moved Harnson second Bravata to authorize the design of a sewer torce main to treatment plant Discussion was held Ayes: Harnson. Bravata Bujak and Stauffer Nay Robertson. MOTION CARRIED Discussion was bed BOARD COMMENTS: Discussion was held regarding Township protects PUBUC COMMENT (EXTENDED!: Bnar- Bennett Caledonia Fire Department, dis­ cussed the amount of runs the Fire Department has had thus year compared to last year Fred Fleischmann of 9033 Foeke commented on an Eagle Scout worturg on cemetery maps He also commented on tie light at 100th and M-37 the Fire Department ana Campau Kettle sewer plant He requested the Beard put a Partis ana Recreation manage of the baiict in August He asc discussed the LaBage Dam property ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer second Bujak to adpum PatnoaSnyaa Caiedoro Townsfip Clerk Drug death, continued from page 1 borhood noted different ve­ hicles were coming and go­ ing from there.” said Lynema, who thinks Garrett had become acquainted with Uebbing and Miller through school and that Garrett be­ gan hanging out at the house some two months before his death. Uebbing was arrested Thursday and accused of committing felony murder while committing first de­ gree child abuse against Garrett, a charge that carries a maximum possible penalty of life in prison. Police found a number of drugs at the house during a search after the arrests. “The reason I charged as I did is because he was deal­ ing drugs to a minor and this office will not tolerate any dealing of drugs to minors.” said Barry County Prosecu­ tor Gordon Shane McNeill Thursday, shortly after the arrests were made. Uebbing. who was a sen­ ior at Wayland Union High School until leaving school at the end of the first semes­ ter, also is charged with one count of first degree child abuse for “knowingly caus­ ing serious, physical harm to Chad Garrett.” a 15-year fel­ ony. Additional counts include delivery of the controlled substance methadone to a minor, maintaining a drug house and evidence tamper­ ing for allegedly disposing of drugs before law enforce­ ment arrived to investigate Garrett's death. He was arraigned Thurs­ day afternoon when a $100,000 cash bond was set and attorney Frank Hillary was appointed to represent Uebbing. Uebbing. originally from Bradley, told Magistrate Glenn Staup that he has one prior larceny conviction, but no previous drug convic­ tions. Miller was charged with one count of distributing methadone to a minor, a 14year felony, one count of be­ ing an accessory after the fact to felony murder and one count of maintaining a drug house. Miller works at Perrigo in Allegan and lived with Uebbing’s grandmother in Brad­ ley for two years before leasing the Parker Road house. Her bond was set at 10 percent of $100,000. Staup ordered both Ueb­ bing and Miller to have no contact with each other, nor with four other individuals who were at the house the morning Garrett died. Toxicology tests revealed that Garrett had almost 2 1 2 times the lethal dose of methadone in his system when he died. Methadone.said Lynema. is a drug prescribed by doc­ tors to treat heroine addicts “It’s an addictive drug.” said Lynema. "That’s why there is a lot of controversy about it. If it’s successful in getting someone off heroine, is it any better to have them addicted to methadone?” Lynema said focal law en­ forcement officers have seen an increase in methadone usage in the county over the past year. “But, this is the first methadone case I’ve han­ dled,” he said, adding that methamphetamine still ap­ pears to be the number one drug of choice in the county. The case is still under in vestigalion, said Lynema. PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... 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Konarska said, “My rela­ tions have been positive. I attend meetings and supply data ^nd personnel informa­ tion to the board ” Both talked about ways to raise standards for both staff and students. Konarska said that it was important to “put the bar high/ but also to communicate with staff and students and provide the support necessary to reach and exceed standards. Kingsnorth talked about his philosophy called “feed the flyers." This allows staff to take risks, do something different with support. At the same time, he said he be­ lieves it is necessary to be clear about expectations. This is true for students as well. When districts put stu­ dents first and are clear about expectations, success is possible. Both candidates said they have had good working rela­ tionships with business peo­ ple within their districts. Kingsnorth was able to work with a local developer on a project that gained property (at no cost) for the district. He is now working on a sec­ ond project with the same developer, which may re­ place the transportation ga­ rage at no cost to the district. Konarska said his good relationships with the Forest Hills area businesses have been nurtured through his work on the demographics of the area and other coop­ erative arrangements. Both candidates tout re­ spect. dignity, honesty, car­ ing and kindness. Kings­ north added “forgiveness" in his relationship to his school board. Both told that board that they wanted to keep Michi­ gan Education Assessment Program tests in context of learning. It is not so impor­ tant to compare school dis­ tricts as to be sure that chil­ dren have the opportunity to learn w hat they schooled be learning. In addition Konarska told the board that in Forest Hills the work to improve scores started before the first MEAP test was given. Both men are team ori­ ented, but able to make the hard decisions necessary when consensus cannot be reached, they said. Kings­ north’s honesty included a discussion of his health, in­ cluding rhumatoid arthritis and cancer surgery. If Kingsnorth is hired he would move to the district immediately. He sees this as important as a way to be visible in the school and community. For Konarska moving is difficult because his son will be a junior at Rockford High School in the fall and would like to graduate with his Over Your Head Ik Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy 945-3512 “ Appointments Available in Caledonia PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON S DOZING 616 795-7330 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS, GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS class. His daughter, now in fifth grade, is looking for­ ward to attending TK schools if her father is ap­ pointed to the position. Konarska told the board that his wife. Florence, tells him that he “sleeps in Rock­ ford but lives in Forest Hills.” He stressed that this is because he wants to be as visible and as accessible as possible. Kingsnorth told the board that he would discover what he was most passionate about in the district after he was hired. He concluded his interview by telling them, “This is a gem of a district which can become a light­ house for education in Michigan.: Konarska ended his pres­ entation with an enthusiastic statement, “ I think TK is a perfect match for my skills and interests. If you hire me. I won’t let you down." TK School Board Presi­ dent David Smith told both candidates that a decision will be made at next meeting of the board April 29. The board may visit each candi­ date’s home district to get more information to help make a decision. TK growth, FA7O/-7O. i mental Quality had asked the township to consider re­ turning to the larger tower and installing the 16 fire hy­ drants. The trustees decided to add the fire hydrants but keep the water tower at 200,000 gallons. DeVries will submit a new cost esti­ mate and plans to the town­ ship who will vote on a resolution approving the tower at a special session Monday. April 22. This will enable the board to submit its application by the May 1 deadline. The state will rank all the appli­ cations and notify the town­ ship by Aug.t I of where it stands on the list. There was some discus­ sion of water quality and ways to improve water cir­ culation even after the tank is installed. performance space in the all-purpose room. The park­ ing area also would be re­ worked. The proposal for the mid­ dle school is to add one classroom at the end of each of the wings, two explora­ tory classrooms and remod­ eling of the office area. At the high school, Mathi­ son told the board he could Shagbark, from page 13 already justify four addi­ tional classrooms due to the accounting right now to do about the report and how to current number of students. that.” He said perhaps this interpret it. "Even if the clerk and When projecting over five was the Finance Commit­ years, he adds another four tee's responsibility. He said treasurer do not generate the “teaching stations.” he would favor an “easier to reports, it is their job to have He provided two designs follow” format. understanding of it," Harri­ for discussion. Each has a Robertson asked, "How son said. new gym, a fitness center many times have we said we Apparently the software and weight room, an ex­ need to amend before we program, "Fund Balance," panded baseball field, an in­ spend, but don't do that? A generates reports, and this is terior drive for bus traffic, lot of spending we have no simple factor to change. and enhanced athletic facili­ done this year, we have not Modifying the program is ties. amended. I think that is a not as reasonable as just Owen Ames Kimball will failure on our part as a board learning to understand it and provide some preliminary to address these important to interpret the definitions, cost figures, a community issues." categories and figures, and meeting will be set and a The board has expressed a how to track the steps vari­ community survey will be desire to hold quarterly ous item goes through. Har­ done before this issue can be budget meetings to evaluate rison said perhaps a sample put before the voters at the all the budgetary figures and generic report could be ob­ earliest in the fall. concerns, mention by Bujak, tained from the company, “Every school has work who wanted to schedule for use in training in under­ which needs to be done,” such a meeting, and try to standing the "Budget 101." come to some understanding Mathison told the board. -COUPON Family practice specialists providing care for patients of all ages, including obstetrical care. If you need a physician to care for you or your family, call today’ Accepting most insurances s3.oo Off bus presort ths ad Expses 4 304)2 j ft 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE W ft 795-5550 on site at While only a few resi­ dents attended the public hearing last Wednesday on the proposed 200,000-gallon water tower in Yankee Springs Township, the pro­ ject came closer to reality. Randy Kriscunas and Don DeVries from engineers Fleis & Vandenbrink ex­ plained the project plan and answered questions from township trustees. The township and the engineer­ ing firm are preparing to seek a low interest loan from the Drinking Water Revolv­ ing Fund. The project originally in­ cluded 16 more hydrants and a 250.000-gallon tower, but cost constraints led to the smaller project. DeVries confirmed that the tower loan (2.5 percent for 20 years on a loan of be­ tween $450,000 and $480,000) should not re­ quire raising fees to home­ owners. The township may have to make up the differ­ ence over the first few years of the loan, but hookup fees and normal fees paid by us­ ers should be able to meet the costs of the loan repay­ ment. 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The proposal for Lee Ele­ mentary includes additional classrooms, a new music and art room, a science room and changes to the principal’s office. The reno­ vation would add a separate entrance to the computer lab and a new entrance drive. At Page, the proposed de­ sign showed additional classrooms, additions to the office area, dedicated sci­ ence and art rooms and a St New Yankee Springs water tower project progressing oil change; 2LDQE 2FJO[' -settm* the pace ■ Cherry Valley Family Physicians 490 Edward St., Middleville (616) 795-4434 r Pennock Healthcare Services �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 23, 2002/Page 17 Planning software discussed by M-37 Corridor Committee Mike Thomas discusses new planning software with local officials. by Patricia Johns Staff Reporter M-37 Corridor committee members, Barry County Area Chamber of Com­ merce, County Development Committee and others at­ tended a workshop on an en­ hanced software package which will assist Barry County Communities with planning for land develop­ ment and transportation cor­ ridors. Mike Thomas from the Victor Institute and Michi­ gan State University dis­ cussed the ways the soft­ ware, “Smart Places,” is now being used in Jackson County and other communi­ ties. He demonstrated how the software is being used by Meridian Township (near Lansing) as a tool in creat­ ing an updated master plan. The software gives local officials everything they Are You Prepared for Long-term Care Costs? lx*ng-term care insur­ ance is one of the best ways to protect your financial security if you or a loved one requires extended care. A number of different plans and options are available to meet your needs, and I can help determine the best plan for you. Call or stop by today. need to make an informed decision and helps commu­ nicate ideas to local resi­ dents. An added benefit to the software is that it can be continuously updated. This software marries the data obtained by municipali­ ties with the goals and ob­ jectives defined by residents and lawmakers. One of the features of the software is that it can give results from several options and list constraints. It can also alert local officials to possible problems. Thomas also discussed some of the technical ele­ ments of the program. It will work with the software now in use by Barry County. Several of the local offi­ cials will bring this informa­ tion to their boards and it will also be discussed at the Barry County Commission. Yankee Springs suing 8 people for keyholing Drew McFadden Investment Representative Yankee Springs Town­ ship is bringing a lawsuit against eight people for vio­ lating township ordinances that restrict the practice of keyholing. Keyholing, or funneling, is when more than one household uses access to a body of w ater for boats. 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SF Suite E. Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus. 616-691-1173 Toil Free 866*911173 www.edwardtones.com Edwardjones Serruqt tawiindual Lawaton UI71 This situation, in which eight small sections of one lot were sold to individuals, has caused concern in the township for many years. The case originally was scheduled to be heard April 18. but it has been resched­ uled for Friday, May 10. Outstanding Athletes Ma/iy Caledonia Ugh school sontxri ThotTY3ppie4<6iogg School (Mlddtevle) Track J* |B Sandtveit, a senior pitcher, gave up four hits and struck out eight batters to lead the Scots to their first win of the season in a doubleheader split with Middleville on April 12. Raymond, a sophomore, won the 100 and 200 meter dashes, the 300 meter hurdles, and anchored the winning 400 meter relay in the Trojans' 106-31 win over Godwin last week. Afmetes at the Ween Presented by. JB HARRISON Insurance Agency X 6090 Alden Nash SE » Attc* 868-0050 or 800-217-0712. . . Insurance Company ’ Development, from page 14 the past. But when done properly, the process may take no longer than it has in the past. Additional provisions in the act will: • Specifically allow town­ ships to adopt capital im­ provement plans, and • Give specific authority for planning commissions from multiple jurisdictions to meet to deliberate. Related to this, townships will not have to provide all uses within its jurisdiction if it can document the use ex­ ists in the surrounding area. Effective last Dec. 15, clustered housing and per­ manent open space zoning must be provided for as an option by Dec. 15 of this year. It would be offered to developers who want to use the provision. The same number of units would be allowed on the overall parcel, by clustering them (where health depart­ ment rules would permit,) to create no more than 50 per­ cent open space in perma­ nent easement for use by (he residents. Villages would have to allow up to 20 per­ cent or more open space in their provisions. Municipali­ ties which must implement the plan must have 1,800 or more people. Variable details of the open space ordinance are possible in a community. The provision cannot to be imposed, but is offered as an option by right to a land­ owner or developer. It can apply to plats, site condos and PUD developments. Up to two dwellings per acre could be allowed in some places, or up to three where there is public sewer. However, the development must not depend upon ex­ tension of public sewer or water, unless required al­ ready for conventional zon­ ing. The ordinance may permit a greater percentage of pro­ tected land, but still cannot require a decrease in den­ sity. Bonuses can be al­ lowed. A minimum lot size can also be defined. Mini­ mum setbacks can limit the density. Unbuildable land as de­ fined by the ordinance would not be included in to­ tal lot yield calculations. ’Buildable" may prohibit conditions such as wetlands or slopes, and allow a per­ centage of gross acreage. For instance 10 percent of wetlands could be included in the open space. The provision can al lowagricultural uses, scenic ar­ eas. natural features, trails, natural resources, wood­ lands and natural play areas. Voter referendum peti­ tions in townships would now require 15 percent of the votes cast in the town­ ship for the governor in the last gubernatorial election, where it used to be 10 per­ cent. Counties require 15 percent and have not changed. OUR-Land stands for Our Ultimate R®urce-Land. It is a committee of volunteer members organized in part­ nership with the Barry Soil and Water Conservation District. The group works to bring current information pertaining to land use issues to citizens of Barry County, although no positions on any issue are adopted by the membership as a whole. An ongoing class at Kala­ mazoo Valley Community College for planning offi­ cials and citizens interested in planning issues primarily in Barry County is to start in the fall. It will offer an edu­ cation opportunity. History, geology, geography in Barry County will be included. "If you want to know about your county, it will be a great course to attend." said Chairman Don Drum­ mond. The OUR-Land Commit­ tee will take a recess for a few months, at least over the summer. The county is mov­ ing toward creating a new Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Several separate county-wide land and zon­ ing management issues are being addressed by a variety of committees at this time, including the M-37 Corridor Task Force, and informing the public about these vari­ ous groups and their find­ ings will be continued by those involved. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 23. 2002 TK softball opens with win over Godwin, falls to Byron Center Wyoming man charged in local man’s traffic death The Middleville Thomapple-Kellogg varsity softball tcarn split its first two games in the O*K Blue last week, topping Godwin before fal­ ling to Byron Center. The Trojans went on the road to beat Godwin 15-8 on April 17. Pitcher Jennifer Burks got the win and Cary Middlebush earned the save. TK piled up 18 hits in the game. Ashley Aspinall led the way with three singles and a triple. Sarah Koval had two singles and a dou­ ble, and Ashley Carter. Me­ gan Dutcher and Latisha Smith all had two hits. Dutcher also made several defensive plays that sparked the team. ‘ The team was really fo­ cused and ready to play,” TK coach Tammy Olmsted said. “We cut down on our A Wyoming man has been charged with causing the death of 66-year-old Middleville man Dean Stu­ art and serious injuries to his wife. Carol Stuart, by run­ ning a stop sign March 30 while driving with a .25 per­ cent bodily alcohol content. Dennie Kleine. 29. was arraigned in Barry County District Court last Monday on felony charges of drunk driving causing death, seri­ ous injury and second of­ fense drunk driving. Kleine was driving west on Green Lake Road when he approached the four-way stop at Cherry Valley Road where the Stuarts had TK's Megan Dutcher. (Photo by Perry Hardin) NOTES A new approved heartworm preventative is now available. One injection prevents infection for the six-month season in Michigan. This can be done as a convenient house call and combined with vaccines or other procedures. Total cost with house call is generally less than monthly meds and saves your time and frustration of a clinic visit. Call for details—leave message. Dr. L. Julius ARK VETERINARY SERVICE POLICE BEAT errors and the bats came alive.” Byron Center beat the vis­ iting Trojans 7-0 last Friday. Jennifer Burks took the loss but pitched an outstanding game, holding Byron to four scoreless innings. “Our bats were not there this afternoon,” Olmsted said. “The girls are starting to play together well, and our pitching is doing fine. We just need to back up our pitchers with some offense and better defense.” The Trojan JV squad lost to Godwin but beat Byron Center. The varsity (3-7, 1-1 in the Blue) played last night at Coopersville (weather permitting). They host Cal­ vin Christian on Wednesday at 4 p.m., travel to an invita­ tional at Portland on Satur­ day at 9 a.m., and host No. 1-ranked Rogers next Mon­ day at 4 p.m. 1-800-4ARKVET (1-800-427-5838) venture Van stopped. Kleine then alleg­ edly ran the stop sign and “tboned” the Stuart's Park Avenue on the driver's side where Dean Stuart was sit­ ting. Only the driver's side airbag deployed, police said, and all occupants were wearing seat belts. Carol Stuart's jaw was broken in five places, said police, while her husband died early the next morning of multiple blunt force in­ jury to the abdomen after being airlifted from Pennock Hospital to Spectrum Hospi­ tal in Grand Rapids. “Witnesses put Kleine's vehicle at about 50 mph.” said police. Kleine allegedly told po­ lice he had purchased a six pack of beer prior, but it is not know n how much he had consumed before the crash. “I don’t think he knew where he was w hen the acci­ dent happened,” said Trooper Dan Cook. “He said he w as on his way home but he was going the wrong di­ rection. I think he was trying to get to (U.S.) 131." Cook also said there is evidence that the Stuart had properly stopped at the four­ way intersection before pro­ ceeding into the path of Kleine vehicle. Pursuit nets arrest of man wanted on drug charge A foot pursuit which in­ volved three officers from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and three Michigan State Police troop­ ers in Middleville led to the arrest of a 21-year-old Grand Rapids man April 12 on charges including viola­ tion of the controlled sub­ Main Street while carrying a stance act and fleeing and black bag and wearing dark eluding. clothing. Deputies Marti Horrmann The man was wanted by and Angela Solomon had Kent County authorities on stopped the man’s car in the the drug charge when the 200 block of West Main traffic stop occurred, ac­ Street at 8:29 p.m. cording to a preliminary re­ The man fled south on port. Drunk driver crashes truck into parked boat A 44-year-old Shelbyville man who crashed his pickup truck into a parked boat March 31 on Joy Road in Orangeville Township was charged with third offense drunk driving. Mark Scott Moore alleg­ edly told police he drank six beers before the 11:34 p.m. incident in which he was at­ tempting to park “and/or” leave the parking lot when he lost control of his vehicle and struck the rear of a boat in storage. Moore allegedly regis­ tered a .20 bodily alcohol content, twice the legal limit, according to a report by the Barry County Sher- iff’s Department. G.R man held for 3rd drunk driving A 27-year-old Grand Rapids man stopped by po­ lice in Yankee Springs Township for allegedly weaving in his lane while driving late on March 29 on Briggs Road was arrested for third offense drunk driv­ ing. The man, who had not been arraigned has of press time Wednesday, registered a .12 percent bodily alcohol content after he was stopped “for his inability to drive safely,” according to a re­ port by the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT To Ch From :-3»2 ? • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... (616) 795-9596 &The ^Summertime ffuntime ^Vehicle All Insurances Welcome .Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick J Bruce Bender ’- 616-945-2425 1 -600-235-2*25 All Makes and Models Owned and Operated by... 415 2nd Street • Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia baseball sweeps Wayland The Caledonia varsity Chris Hanna (2-4. RBI) and baseball learn .took two Stu Kohl (1-2, two RBIs) games from the visiting led at the plate, and Eli Wildcats of Wayland on Fri­ Cooley had a big pinch-hit double. day. In a 4-2 win in the second The Fighting Scots won the first game 6-2. Nick Slot game. Greg Jousma threw a pitched a two-hitter with 10 five-hitter with three walks strikeouts and five walks. and two K's. Nick Slot went Caledonia’s Travis Slot. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 2-for-3 and knocked in two runs with a double. Caledonia (6-2. 2-1 in the O-K Gold) hosted South Christian last night (weather permitting). They play at Hastings on Wednesday, a doubleheader at Unity Christian on Friday, and at Cedar Springs next Monday. All games begin at 4 p.m. Wyoming Park 13, Caledonia 1 The Scots gave up only seven hits but allowed 13 runs, of which only four were earned, in their O-K Gold opener on April 17. Chris Hanna and Nick Slot both had hits, and Stu Kohl and Mike Klein pitched the game. EGR 5. Caledonia 2 The Scots carried a 1-0 lead into the bottom of the fifth but lost to East Grand Rapids 5-2 on April 15. Abe Mulvihill pitched five excellent innings, giv­ ing up only five hits and three earned runs. Adam Puricelli went 2for-3 with a double and a single, and Steve Yanosik went 2-for-3 with a single and a triple. Scots sweep Middleville Stu Kohl. 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The Barn Community Foundation can work with you. your attorney and your financial advtsor to help structure what philanthropic options work best for you Caledonia's Greg Jousma. (Photo by Perry Hardin) and Bruce Jackson com­ bined to pitch a two-hit shut­ out in a 20-0 win in the first game of a doubleheadcr with the Trojans on April 12. Nick Slot, Jackson and Tyler Higley hit home runs. In the second game. Abe Mulvihill. Mike Klein and Steve Yanosik combined to pitch a three-hitter as the Scots took the nightcap 14-4 in five innings. Mulvihill, Kohl and Jousma hit home runs. Adam Puricelli went 3-for-3 with a double and a triple. JV Report Caledonia’s JV baseball team beat Middleville in both games of a double­ header on April 14 by iden­ tical 8-7 scores. Game 1 went five innings. Ben Toth pitched 4 1 3 in­ nings for the win (three K’s. two walks, five earned runs) and Dennis Snyder finished up for the save (one K. one walk. 0 earned runs). Kyle Bellgraph was 1 -for1 with a sacrifice, a walk, two stolen bases, an RBI and a run scored. Alex Car­ dinal went l-for-2 with a walk, a stolen base, an RBI and two runs. Catcher Steve Hollman had two pick-offs in four at­ tempts The Scots won Game 2 87 in three innings. Ben Toth batted 2-for-3 with two RBIs. a stolen base and a run. Dennis Snyder went 2-for-2 with an RBI. Bob Blakeslee went 2-for-2 with an RBI. and Matt Karolionok was 1-for-l and scored a run. Ryan Roseboom pitched 2/3 of an inning (3 BB. 4 ER) and Dennis Snyder came on in relief to earn the win (2 1/3 innings. 2 K’s, 3 BB. 2 ER). The JV lost to East Grand Rapids 16-5 and to Wyo­ ming Park 6-2. Roseboom and Cardinal pitched well against Park. Frosh Report Caledonia's freshman baseball team split a doubledip with Wyoming Park on April 18. Park won the opener 12-4. Caledonia’s Doug Burch was 3-for-3 with a double and a triple. Pat Regan and Zack House had two bits each as the team pounded out 11 hits total. Dennis Kohl was the losing pitcher. The freshmen beat Park in the second game 5-2. bring­ ing their record back up to .500 at 4-4. Nyck Steiner was the winning pitcher, throwing a four-hitter with 11 strikeouts. Andy Schachermeyer and Nick Simon had two hits each, and Burch hit a long home run. his second of the year. The frosh also split a dou­ ble header with Cedar Springs on April 16. in a 12-6 win. Doug Burch pitched the complete game, striking out 12 while surrendering seven hits. Burch also went 3-for-3 with a home run. Joe Kucharskt and Steve Gillard had two hits each. Cedar Springs won the second game 6-4. Gillard picked up the loss, but went 2-for-3 with a double. Nyck Steiner, Kucharski. P:»» Re­ gan and Nick Simon had one hit each. Scot softball hangs tough Caledonia's varsity softball team lost a double­ header to Wayland on Fri­ day, but the Scots took the Wildcats to seven innings in both games, something they haven’t done in recent years, according to Caledonia coach Tom Kaechele. “We have great athletes on this team, and with each game we are learning how to play the game,” Kaechele said. “ I told the girls before the season that I wanted to compete in every game and not be mercied. Wayland is one of the top programs In the area with a great coach­ ing staff. To play Wayland (for) 14 innings gave us a lot of confidence.” Caledonia lost the first game 11-1. Mary Sandtveit pitched a great game, giving up just four earned runs on 12 hits, striking out three and walking five. Caledo­ nia's defense continues to improve, and center-fielder Brianna Hormel made an outstanding on-the-run slid­ ing catch that awed every­ one in the ballpark. Caledonia struggled with their bats in the first game, landing only two hits, a tri­ ple by Courtney Powell and an RBI single by Melissa Gillard. In Game 2, Caledonia continued to improve de­ spite losing 8-3. Gillard pitched another outstanding game, giving up only four earned runs on six hits while striking out two and walking five. Caledonia's defense committed only two errors, and the Scots broke out of Caledonia’s Melissa Gillard deals against Wayland. (Photo by Perry Hardin) their hitting slump, sparked by a triple from senior cap­ tain Amanda Martin. “The team is beginning to believe in themselves,” Kaechele said. “If we con­ tinue to practice hard, we will continue to get better. I feel this program is headed in the right direction.” The Lady Scots (1-7, 0-3 in the O-K Gold) hosted South Christian last night (weather permitting). They play at Hastings on Wednes­ day, a doubleheadcr at Unity Christian on Friday, and at Cedar Springs next Monday. All games begin at 4 p.m. Wyoming Park 10, Caledonia 0 Caledonia varsity softball lost its O-K Gold opener to powerful WyotwfogPlrk 10- Caledonia’s Amanda Martin rips a triple into right field on Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 0 on April 17. Park’s pitch­ ing held Caledonia to just one hit and no walks while issuing eight strikeouts. “Wyoming Park is a great program with great coach­ ing,” Coach Kaechele said. “Mary Sandtveit continues to pilch well, (but) we com­ mitted too many errors and continue to struggle with the bat.” Sandtveit faced 27 bat­ ters, walked five, struck out two and gave up three earned runs. See Scot softball, pg. 21 �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/Apni 23. 2002 Caledonia boys win Wayland Invitational run with a time of 9:32.5 and anchored the 3200 relay quartet that recorded a win­ ning time of 8:28.3. Joining him on the relay were Joel DeBIaay. Patrick Spitzley and Jon Hekman. Ross did not run his cus­ tomary 800-meter competi­ tion, but instead ran a leg of the 1600-meter relay. Coach John Soderman explained that one of the 1600 relay regulars was hurt and the other was absent, so he told Ross it almost a brief sprint for him. The Scot quartet re­ sponded by taking second behind Wayland in the event to seal their victory in the overall competition. Also coming up big to help the cause was Spitzley in the open 3200, where he was third with a 10:27 clocking. He and Ross chalked up 16 points for Caledonia in that race. Other individual winners in the meet included Seth Temple in the pole vault, 12 feet six inches; and Joel and Jeff DeBIaay at an even six feet in the high jump. They tied for first, but elected not to compete with each other further for first because the number of points they won together would not change. “We ran just well enough to w in.” said Soderman, not­ ing that his team will face Wayland again in an O-K Gold Conference dual meet later this spring. “We always enjoy com­ peting against Wayland,” Soderman said, adding that the two schools have been neighboring rivals for more than a half century. Caledonia entered this week with a 4-1 dual meet Tim Ross, alone near­ record, its only loss coming ing the finish line, a typi­ at the hands of conference cal scene from the many leader Cedar Springs, 72-65. The Caledonia boys’ track team ran “just well enough to win” the Wayland Invita­ tional track meet Saturday morning and afternoon. The Fighting Scots came up with 152 team points to outdistance host Wayland’s 147 1/2. Hopkins was third with 74 1/2, followed by Byron Center with 62, Kenowa Hills 47 Godwin Heights 41 and Kelloggsville 33. As usual, senior ace Tim Ross was a big winner in distance events. He ran a 4:25.3 to win the 1600-metcr run. took the 3200-meter races in his career. Caledonia coach John Soderman (left) goes over final results with a couple of members of the 1600-meter relay team. Patrick Spitzley ran the 3200-meter race in under 10:30 and ran a leg on the winning 3200-meter relay. Maxie sets school record The Caledonia girls’ track team traveled to Sparta on Saturday for the Tri-Level Meet, where they divided into three teams by grade level. Caledonia placed fourth in the llth-12th grade meet with 63 points. Placing first for the Scots was Katie Ryan in the 3200 Meter Run with a time of 12:19.9. Caledonia won the 9th10th grade meet with 108 points, and sophomore Angie Maxie set a new school record in the pole vault, clearing 10 feet 1 1/2 inches. Scoring other first places points were: Long Jump - Tricia Miedema -142 1/2; High Jump - Angie Maxey - 5-0; 400 M Relay Stream _ MAP " of Michigan 35.000 miles of Michigan streams plus LAKES Both upper and lower peninsulas on one map “If you are looking for the most definitive maps ever created, then Professor Higbee’s Stream Maps' are without question the finest.” -Howard Brant. Outdoor Editor Newart Star-Ledger FREE GUIDEBOOK Included with Each Map Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the ‘Stream Map " Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443 fishing waters--select waters for 14 species of gamefish. F Available rohed or’folded ’ ALSO AVAILABLETfl’heavy gaLge" ” Team- Korin Hollinshead. Tricia Miedema. Kady Dingman and Shannon Pleva - 55.3; and the 300 M Hurdles - Katie Hekman 56.5. Caledonia schools Park The Caledonia girls’ track team ran its record to 4-0 in the O-K Gold and 4-1 over­ all with an 88-49 win over Wyoming Park on April 18. Scoring first place points for the ladies: High Jump Angie Maxey - 4-10; Long Jump - Angie Maxey -14-5 1/4; Pole Vault - Angle Maxey - 8-0; 3200 M Relay - Julie Slot, Christine Homrich. Kristina McCleve, Becca Busfield - 12:11.0; 100 M Hurdles - Erin Mittcer - 17.3; 100 M Dash Shannon Pleva - 14.0; 1600 M Run - Katie Ryan 5:53.2; 400 M Relay'- Tif­ fany Radaz, Kady Dingman. Shannon Pleva, Erin Mitteer - 55.4; 300 M Hurdles Jenna Geers - 55.8; and 200 M Dash - Shannon Pleva 29.3. Scoring second-place points were Tiffany Radaz (shot put), Tarah Burgess (high jump), Mindy Bode (discus). Angie Maxey (100 M hurdles), Samantha Pleva (110 M Dash), Julie Slot (400 M Dash), Becca Bus­ field (800 M Run), Kady Dingman (200 M Dash) and Carrie Nelson (3200 M Run). The Fighting Scot boys’ team rebounded from its first loss of the season to beat Wyoming Park 80-57. Taking fist places for Caledonia were Tim Ross (the 800 in 1:59.4,1600 in 4:32.7, and 3200 in 9:56.0), Nick DeVries (17.5 in the high hurdles), Kyle Klyn (23.8 in the 200), James An­ derson (45-9 3/4 in the shot put), Jeff De Blaay (6-2 in Call945-9554or 1-899-879-7985 for Sun & News MTION-Ms! • Topsoil • Gravel PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED _ _ _ _ Ml 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED rnapfs) postage pari $24 45ei _ _ _ _ Ml 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map<s) postage pad $24 45 ei _ _ _ _ Ml 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map<s) postage pad £44.45 ca Check or money oraer enclosed S EACH ROLLED AND LAMfcATED MAP SrtPPED K A STURDY STORAGE TUBE tai*_ _ _ _ _ _ — _ STREAMS . f fiend1* FaS^rvice’ J-Ad Graphics I 1351 North M-43 Highway .. Hastings. Ml 48058 [ —'—•.— ----------------- *< in 9:31.0. Scots having strong per­ formances and taking sec­ ond places were James An­ derson in the shot put. Jim Haisma in the discus. Jeff DeBIaay in the high jump, Tyler Gamelin in the pole vault. Nick DeVries in the high hurdles, Nate DeWitt in the 4(M) meter dash and Pat­ rick Spitzley in the 3200 meter run. The Caledonia girls' track team remained undefeated in the O-K Gold Conference with a 90-47 win over Cedar Springs. Scoring first place points were: Shot Put - Tiffany Ra­ daz - 32-3; High Jump Angie Maxey - 4-10: I.ong Jump - Angie Maxey -16-2. Pole Vault - Angie Maxey 10-0; KM) M Hurdles Enn Mitteer -16.9; 1600 M Run Megan Jacques - 6:03.6; 800 M Run Becca Buifield 2:41.0; 3200 M Run - Carrie Nelson - 14:38.0; 3200 M Relay - Homrich, Jacques, McCleve, Busfield - 12:05; and the 800 M Relay - Ra daz, Sh. Pleva, Sa. Pleva, Mitteer-1:55.8. Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • LIFETIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination write-on ! wipe-off surface, with brass eyelets lor easy hanging Address the high jump). Tyler Gamelin (19-1 1/2 in the long jump). Jim Haisma (111-6 in the discus) and Seth Temple (12-0 in the pole vault). The 3200 relay team (Joel De Blaay. Patrick Spitzley. Jon Hekman and Tim Ross. 8:25.6) and the 1600 relay team (Braydon Dahlberg. Chad Maxlow, Ryan Fitz­ simmons and Nate DeWitt. 3:44.0) also won their races. Scots split with Hawks The Caledonia boys' track team absorbed its first defeat of the 2002 season 72-65 to the Cedar Springs Red Hawks in an extremely com­ petitive meet on April 15. Taking first places for the Fighting Scots were Tim Ross in the 8(X) meter run at 1:57.8. the 1600 meter run at 4:41.7, and the 3200 meter run at 9:57.6; Nick Perry at 6-2 in the high jump; Seth Temple at 13-6 in the pole vault; and Tom Daniels with an 11.95 in the 100 meter dash. The 3200 relay team of Joel DeBIaay, Patrick Spitzley, Jon Hekman and Tim Ross also finished first Sand Limestone elllll We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! — ■ 795-5654 .1 . ------------------------------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------- - -------------- - —-------- �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Apnl 23. 2002/Page 21 TK girls’ track trumps Godwin The Middleville girls’ track team cruised to a 10631 win over Godwin in its O-K *Bluc opener on April 16. First-place finishers for TK: Greta Gustafson in the pole vault (7-6); Theresa Miller in the 100 hurdles (17.7); Aubrey Raymond in the 100 (14.7), 300 hurdles (53.9) and 200 (29.0); Melissa Quisenberry in the 1600 (5:56.6) and 3200 (13:22.1); and Jessica Stortz in the 400 (1:05.1) and 800 (2:39.6). The Trojans also swept the relays, winning the 3200 (Wilke, Kerri Schultz, Kelli Zoct, Emily Quisenberry) in 13:00.0, the 800 (Angela Blood, Whitney Robertson. Victoria Stanton, Rachel Norton) in 1:57.6. the 400 (Blood. Miller. Stanton. Raymond) in 55.6. and the 1600 (Norton. Elise Nyland. Miller. Stortz) in 4:425. Second-places: Julie Bergakker in the shot put (277); Stanton in the long jump (14-9); Vanderwcrp in the high jump (4-6): Leandra Postema in the discus (824); Natalie Hoag in the pole vault (6-6): Christine Dood in the 1600 (6:20.6) and 3200 (13:50.2): Nyland in the 400 (1:07.3) and 800 (2:44.4): and Miller in the 300 hurdles (56.2). Third places: Brenda Bergakker in the shot put (26- 11); Stanton in the high jump (4-6): Amanda Fisk in the discus (77-4): Sarah Jan­ sens in the 100 hurdles (18.5): Wendy Treuter in the 100 (14.8); Emily Quisen­ berry in the 1600 (7:00.1): Turnes in the 400 (1:17.9) and 3200 (17:11.5): Schultz in the 800 (2:55.1); Gustaf­ son in the 300 hurdles (57.8); and Norton in the 200 (29.7). TK’s Theresa Miller (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK’s Elise Nyland. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Ballfield cleanup is this Saturday The ball fields at the Crane Road Recreation area will get some tender loving care from volunteers and team members Saturday. April 27. beginning at 8 a.m. Thornapplc Area Parks and Recreation Commission program director Mike Bre­ mer invites everyone to bring their shovels, rakes. whcelbarrows or even bob­ cats and help get the fields in shape before play begins. Project volunteers will work on resurfacing base paths, repairing pitching mounds, planting trees, cleaning the storage building and installing a protective cap on the fences. The rain date is May 4. Scot softball, from page 19 "If we can cut down the errors and get the bats go­ ing, we can compete in this league,” Kaechele said. "We need to continue to work hard in practice and things will change.” EGR 12, Caledonia 1 The Scots lost to East Grand Rapids 12-1 on April 15. Melissa Gillard took the loss in her first start of the season, facing 27 batters, striking out three and walk­ ing five. Caledonia’s de­ fense committed five errors and suffered mental mis­ takes which led to six un­ earned runs. Scots, Trojans split Caledonia recorded its first win on April 12, split­ ting a doublehcader with Middleville. Caledonia won the open­ ing game 8-7. Mary Sandt­ veit recorded her first vic­ tory of the season, facing 23 batters, giving up four hits, striking out eight and walk­ ing four. Middleville built up a 3-0 lead through four innings, but Caledonia had a two-out rally in the top of the fifth that led to eight runs, sparked by a key hit from Katie Haywood. Cristen Adams continued her hot hitting, going 3-for-4 for the Scots. Hits by Amanda Martin. Melissa Gillard. Mary Sandtveit and Julie Wicks kept the rally going Middleville came back in the bottom of the seventh, but the Trojans were caught stealing third base, and Sandtveit struck out the final batter to seal the victory. Middleville returned the favor and won its first game .of xhc la .Game 2.3.-. 7. Janelle VanEss got her second start of the season, facing 29 batters and giving up 11 hits with six strikeouts and six walks. Middleville jumped out to an early 4-1 lead, only to have Caledonia rally and tie the game in the third inning. Caledonia scored three more runs in the bottom of the sixth to lead 7-5 going into the sev­ enth. Middleville put on a rally of its own and scored four runs for the win. Caledonia was led offen­ sively by Adams, Gillard and Sandtveit. Key defen­ sive plays were made by Courtney Powell on a run­ ning catch in left and by Sandtveit with six assists. Thornapple Trail Association to meet Thursday The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the Rutland Township Hall. Anyone interested in learning more about this group and some of the ac­ tivities planned for this sum­ mer is welcome to attend. For more information, call Michael Gormley at 795-8739. 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CALEDONIA, Ml • 616-891-8108 Monday - Friday 7:30-6:00; Saturday 7:30-2:00 i �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 23. 2002 Hot Scots face soccer showdown with South Thd Caledonia varsity girls’ soccer team pushed its winning streak to four games with a 3*0 shutout at Sparta last Thursday, boost­ ing their record to 5-1 over­ all and 3-0 in the O-K Gold. A pivotal week for the Scots begins tonight when they host a 7 p.m. show­ down against South Chris­ tian. On Thursday, they travel to face a dangerous Hastings squad at 4 p.m. Against Sparta, Kelley Jackson got things going early with an unassisted goal only 2:08 into the first half. Jackson struck again with 22 minutes left in the half, this time off a pass from Tricia Miedema. to give the Scots a 2-0 halftime advantage. Twenty minutes into the second half. Jackson netted another unassisted tally to complete a hat trick. Keeper Hannah Cooley was credited with the shutout. Along with Jackson’s of­ fensive barrage, outstanding performances were turned in by Ashley Frazier. Erin Peacy and the Scot defense. ‘"Ashley Frazier and Erin Peacy kept our team spirited during the second half with their leadership and com­ petitiveness,” Caledonia coach Kate Selke said. “The entire defense (Hannah Cooley. Emily Birtles. Kate Sorenson. Chelsea Farver and Carlie Sanxtcr) played a solid game." Caledonia 4, Wayland 0 The Scots shut out the visiting Wildcats for their Scot golfers strike Gold at Jamboree, face South Caledonia’s varsity girls’ golf team solidified its place as a conference contender with a one-stroke victory in the O-K Gold Jamboree at The Pines on April 16. I^auri Leatherman’s round of 38 led the Scots to a 166 team total, edging out South Christian’s 167. Wayland took third at 193, followed by Unity Christian (202), Kcnowa Hills (210), Hast­ ings (215), Wyoming Park (256) and Cedar Springs (261). The I^ady Scots have big back-to-back matches this week, beginning today when they host Unity Christian. Tomorrow they renew their rivalry at the top of the con­ ference with South Chris­ tian. Both of those matches begin at 3:30 p.m. On Fri­ day. they golf in the Cold­ water Tournament begin­ ning at 10 a.m. Caledonia 174, Hastings 224 Caledonia beat the Saxons at Briarwood on April 18. Amy Jo Leatherman carded a 39 to pace the Scots. Lauri Leatherman was a stroke back at 40. fol­ lowed by Katie Leatherman (47), Kelli Leatherman (48), Jenny Workman (54) and Erin Samuels (58). Caledonia 171, GR Union 243 In a match played April 15 at Broadmoor. Lauri Leatherman shot a 2-underpar 36 to pace the Scots to their third w in of the season. JV Report The Caledonia JV golf team finished behind East Grand Rapids and Forest Hills Central in a match at Broadmoor on April 16. Forest Hills fired a 184. EGR finished with 190, and the Scots had a 266, 33 strokes better than their score from a day earlier. Dorothy Jones’ 56 was the low round for Caledonia. On April 15. East Ken­ twood was 11 strokes better than the Scot JV. 288-299. Jones had a round of 64. second conference win of the season on April 16. Goals were scored by Tri­ cia Miedema (from Ashley Frazier), Kelley Jackson (two. from Kate Sorensen and Alicia Rider), and Alicia Rider (from Jackson). JV Report The Caledonia JV soccer team is 5-0 and has yet to al­ low a goal on the season af­ ter an 11-0 victory over Sparta on April 18. First-half goals came from Rachel Buckner (two). Stefanie Maxim (from Buckner). Melissa Baum (from Buckner) and Carissa Vanloon. Second-half goals were by Baum (two. both from Maxim), Buckner (from Baum), Maxim (two. from Vanloon and Megan Sandtveit) and Vanloon (from Ka­ tie Donohue). Keeper Jose­ phine Oblinger has five shutouts in as many games this season. The JV beat Wayland 9-0 on April 16. The Scots built a 5-0 halftime lead on four goals by Rachel Buckner and one from Carissa Vanloon, with assists from Jessica Die­ drich. Melissa Baum (two) and Stefanie Maxim ( two). Buckner scored her fifth goal in the second half. Vanloon added two more for her own hat trick, and Baum scored one. Second-half as­ sists went to Megan Sandtveit. Maxim and Buckner (two). Goalie Josephine Ob­ linger recorded her fourth­ straight shutout of the sea­ son. Frosh Report Caledonia's freshman girls’ soccer team shut out TK approves varsity swim team for The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education voted April 15 to make the girls’ swim club an official varsity sport. The swim club has oper­ ated through the Community Education department for the past two years as the team members worked on Trojan tennis absorbs first loss of season Conference contenders Calvin Christian and Coopersville handed the Middleville varsity boys’ tennis team its first losses of the season last week, 7-1 and 8-0. TK’s Brad Bender won 26, 7-5, 6-2 at 3 singles for the lone point against Calvin on April 18, but the meet was more competitive than the score might indicate. Three-set losses included Kevin Schmitz at 1 singles (6-2, 2-6, 6-2) and Andrew Timm and Dave McAllister at 3 doubles (6-1, 5-7, 6-2). Ian Seger and Randy Tobias lost at 4 doubles 7-5 and 62. Against Coopersville on April 17, Kevin Schmitz lost 6-4 and 6-0, Andrew Kalee 6-2 and 6-2, Brad Bender 61 and 6-3, and Tyler James 6-3 and 6-3. In doubles, Kyle McClure and Ben Sevald lost 6-1 and 6-3, Jamie Beckering and Kai Kallweit 6-1 and 6-2, Andrew Timm and Dave McAllister 6-2, 4-6 and 6-3, and Ian Seger and Randy Tobias 6-1 and 6-0. “We lost, but I did feel good about a couple of dou­ bles team in particular that did a nice job of getting a little more aggressive at the net, and our serves improved a little bit,” TK coach Larry Seger said. “If we continue to get more aggressive, we’ll close the gap between where we are and where a team like Coopersville is.” The losses left the Trojans at 2-2 overall, 1-2 in the OK Blue. They host Byron Center on Wednesday at 4 p.m.. play in an 8 a.m. invi­ tational Saturday at Wayland. and come home to play Hamilton on Monday at 4 p.m. Catholic Central 2-0 on April 17 to improve to 2-2 on the season. Deann Warner and Sylvia Radzikowski scored for the Scots. Excellent defense was provided by Amy Nerz. Sarah Phillips. Iris VandcnToom and Warner, with Sharon Cooley and Brooke Ziesemer tending the nets. On April 15. the frosh shut out West Catholic 3-0 with much improved scoring and passing. Scoring for Caledonia were Dani Breihof. Brooke Ziesemer and Deann Warner. skill development This year two of the TK swimmers had times that would have allowed them to participate in the state finals. However, club teams arc not recog­ nized by the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Athletic Director Mark Uyl praised the team for complying with all the re­ quirements to become a var­ sity team. Practices for next year be­ gin Aug. 18. All meets will be away. TK 8, Godwin 0 The Trojans cruised past Godwin on April 15. Kevin Schmitz (6-0, 6-0), Andrew Kalee (6-1, 6-3), Brad Bender (7-6 (7-4), 6-0) and Tyler James (6-3, 6-2) won their singles matches, and the doubles teams of McClure and Sevald (6-0, 62) and Beckering and Kall­ weit (6-1, 6-0) did the same. 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Thursday, Friday 6c Saturday, 8:30am. 10856 Whispering Valley, Middle­ ville - off 6400 Cherrv Val- tey_________________ _ CALEDONIA MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 6742 84th St Friday & Satur­ day, April 26th & 27th, 9am5pm. Clothing, books, housewares some anti­ ques________ ____________ GLENN VALLEY ESTATES garage sales Friday, May 3rd, 8.30am-3pm.; Saturday, May 4th, 8:30am-3pm. Many items. HASTINGS BANNER SUBSCRIPTIONS: (616)945-9554. Help Wanted CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. Insurance office look­ ing for person to be involved in service, sales, and market­ ing of insurance product. Training provided. 4-5 days per week. Send resume to: P.O. Box 223, Caledonia, MI 49316. HELP WANTED: local lawn maintenance company is looking for experienced peo­ ple to work on maintenance crews. Please call (616)8687033 for an application. LANDSCAPE & CLEANING help needed, week­ days, 10-15 hours per week, flexible schedule, $7.00 an hour. YMCA Camp Mani­ tou-Lin, (616)795-9163, ext. 230. 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Most $26,900, $500 down, $330 Town, IT*-18'. wood/canvas, training provided! (616)949- month, 11% land am tract. (616)891-0055 leave message www.northemlandai.com 2424 Jobline.______________ for survey and photos of PACKAGE DELIVERY Keystone Northern Land PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: DRIVER: to $16.82/hr. + Company, 800-968-3118. All wal estate Mbvrtivny in thrv news paper is subject » the Fmr >*"*»*»"8 Act benefits. Local mute. Major and the Michigan CW»< Right* Act CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: co. (616)949-2424 Jobline. which coHectivtly make it illegal Io ALL BRICK WALKOUT advertise “any preference. Iwmutrnn or PACKAGE DELIVERY RANCH, 4 BEDROOM, 3 dtvcnminolKW based <m race. C*do». wli DRIVER: to $16.82/hr + BATHS. APPROX 4 ACRES. gran. ttt. handicap. familial Matus. natHXial txipn. a|tc or martial statu*. or benefits. Local route. Major LIVING ROOM, FAMILY an intcntnwi. to make any such prefer co. (616)949-2424 Jobline. ence. limitation or discrimination" ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, Familial Matus includes children under OPEN KITCHEN ROADWORK/CONSTRUthe ajx o< l« livtnj with parents or legal custodians. pregnant women ami people TION: to $16.80/Hr. & over- W/SNACK BAR, MAIN securing suskuiy of children tinder IN time/trainees/skilled need­ FLOOR LAUNDRY. LOW­ This newspaper will not knowingly ed now. (616)949-2424 Job­ ER LEVEL HAS FAMILY accept any advertiNng foe wal estate which is tn violation of the law Chir ROOM W/FIELDSTONE line. wader* are hereby informed that all FIREPLACE, REC. ROOM, dwelling* advertised tn this newspaper BEDROOM AND BATH, aw available on an equal opportunity Pets t»*u To wport daMtimmation call the LOTS OF STORAGE. NEW Pair Housing Center at 614431 29N0 LOVERBIRDS: babies and FURNACE, NEW ROOF, The HUD loll free telephone number breeders, (616)891-1037. 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Bob Myers, Greenridge 974-4130. ^in Street, (Caledonia April 26,h Hawaiian Night May 3rd Open Music Night 9:00 p.m. ~ 1:00 a m. b- Music by Master Mix JEFF SCHELLINGER $2.00 cover F MOTHER’S DAY BUFFET May 12—11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. * Carved round of beef * Baked chicken * Sweet & sour pork over rice * Fried shrimp Augratin or mashed potatoes and much, much more’ $12.25 for adults; $5.95 for children under 10; under 3, FREE Al l MOTHERS WILL RECEIVE FREE DESSERT & FREE BOWLING' & Middle Villa Inn 795-3640 or 891-1287 . On M-37 North of breakfait (starting May 4‘) Let Monterey Grille do all the work for you Enjoy your graduation OPEK HOUSE or special event FULL CATERING SERVICE Call for details SOW HOURS SAT l^AM-11 «Pi SIA M6AM-11 XMt MOM-THU 11 0CAM TO I 30PM • FR 11 00AM TO 900PM SAT 100AM TO 9 00PM • SUN 900AM TO 2 30PM 891-2928 Z ‘A // Saturday 8:00-11:00 am. 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Call Carole for further information... 616-891-2225 j � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-04-30.pdf 410ad2c7ab66765cc37b50d0bc971171 PDF Text Text HASTINGS Pl'BUC LIBRARY 1 43d5iOOIOWOO HASTINGS ’1 F IIBRARY PMBUC LlBRAK 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS mi 49058 — r~ ir-. Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131th year MiddleVille. Michigan 49333 No. 18/April 30, 2002 Red Hat Ladies Society meets at Caledonia Library by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer With names like The Crimson Crones, The Flam­ ing Roses. Mam Street Mad- ams and The Rowdy Red Hatters, the women of the Red Hat Ladies Society must be a fun bunch to be around. Judy Anderson (right) from Alto and Ardis Wyatt of Caledonia show off their red hat finery. Jane Heiss, head librarian for the Caledonia Branch of KDL, is game for Kathy Scheid's hat mak­ ing “expertise.” At least that’s what a dozen or so women from the Caledonia area found out last Thursday at the Kent District Libraries Caledonia branch. The society is a group of women out to enjoy each other’s company. It is an international group with many chapters in the United States. (The previous men­ tioned names are from all over the United States.) There is even one based in Grand Rapids. The Teatime In honor of poetry month. Tootsies, who have been meeting since last July. One Heiss and her staff wel­ of their members. Judy An­ comed friends and newcom­ derson of Alto, came to the ers to the meeting with po­ Caledonia meeting to say hi etry and a very red, very and welcome her fellow so­ crazy hat demonstration. Librarian Betsy Riddell ciety sisters. There has been a loosely read the poem “Dear Paul based group, generally Newman” from the same known as Alice’s (Fre­ book that includes "Warn­ dricks) bunch, in Caledonia ing’’ by Jenny Joseph, from that meets for simple get-to­ which the Red Hat Ladies gethers such as popcorn or Society got their name: movies. When Jane Heiss, "When I am an old lady I the Head Librarian for Calc- shall wear a red hat. Librarian Kathy Scheid, using Heiss as her model, Librarian Betsy Riddell dreamed up the crazy hat read the poem “Dear demonstration. Paul newman" from the The ladies admired each others’ trimmings and talked sam ebook that includes about a name for another “Warning" by Jenny group possibly starling in Joseph, from which the the Caledonia vicinity. Red Hat Ladies Society So don’t be shocked if got their name: “ When you walk into a store some­ I am an old lady I where only to sec a fancy shall wear a red hat..." red hat paired with a bright purple outfit. It just may be donia, found out about their a member of the local chap­ group, she offered to host a ter of the Red Hat Ladies Society. “get to know you”meeting. Diversity celebrated at TK by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Diversity is being cele­ brated at Thornapple Kel­ logg h»gh and middle schools this spring as part of a continuing process to help students become more toler­ ant and aware of both differ­ ences and shared experi­ ences. forts the group has made. At the high school the di versity group made up of The students also have at­ students from all four grades tended diversity workshops has scheduled speakers and in the Grand Rapids area. Willshire says, “We think now has installed flags from the country of origin of the if students learn about each students and staff attending others celebrations, it will help them celebrate their the high school. High school diversity ad­ differences. For Cinco de visor John Considine said he Mayo. Spanish teacher Senhas been pleased with the ef­ orita Whitney has planned Gettmg the wrinkles out to help diversity shine is just part of the goal of the Thomapple Kellogg Diversity Council. The group has sponsored speeches and now has decorated the entrance lobby with flags reflecting the heritage of the students and staff attending the building. special activities in her classes. Cinco de Mayo is ob­ served in Mexico on May 5. Eighth grader Kyla Sis­ son, who is part of the mid­ dle school diversity council, says “This is a very impor­ tant holiday in Mexico, and with it comes an awesome fiesta!’’ According to an article written by Sisson, “Cinco De Mayo commemorates the day that Mexican peasants won the battle against the in­ vading French army. The Mexicans were greatly out numbered, but won the Bat­ tle of Puebla in 1862.” According to Sisson. Cinco de Mayo is a lot like the Fourth of July in the United States. There arc pa­ rades, speeches, colorful costumes and fireworks end the evening in both coun­ tries. But it isn’t Mexico’s Independence Day, which is observed on Sept. 16 each year. Sisson says. “Cinco de Mayo is a terrific holiday worth celebrating. Don your sombreros, get out the ptco de gallo and fiesta!” The middle school diver­ sity council will be noting holidays from other cultures throughout the entire school year. Ruth Martin displays the hat that she found under her tree this past Christmas from her grandchildren. In This Issue Caledonia teacher turns travels into lessons Middleville denies request for sign on village property County commission brings evening meeting to Middleville TTES, Hastings Fire Dept, stop fire from spreading �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apnl 30. 2002 Kent Co. Education Assoc, honors TK staff by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A love and enjoyment of students in the Thornapple Kellogg schools is a com­ mon attribute shared by third grade teacher Jan Muir, high school math teacher Donna von der Hoff, Lee Elementary custodian Kathy Smith and McFall secretary Roxanne Potter. All four were selected as the best in Kent Intermedi­ ate School District by the Kent County Education As­ sociation this spring. They will be guests of honor at a recognition dinner in May. The KCEA honors teach­ Roxanne Potter Jan Muir Donna von der Hoff Don't forget... is SUNDAY, MAY 12th Remember that special someone for prom. Marisa Rakowski, MCF, Owner 314 Arlington (M 37) - Middleville (616) 795 3131 ers at the lower elementary, elementary, middle school, high school levels and the multi-grade specialties of physical education, music and art. School districts are limited to one nomination in each category. The best support staff also are selected from nomina­ tions made at districts across the K1SD. This is part of the KCEA Teacher Recognition Campaign for School Fam­ ily Day May 7. Jan Muir, who is retiring after 16 years, says, This is a wonderful way to end a ca­ reer." Muir has been an innova­ tive teacher, selecting child appropriate activities. Her "Magic Schoo] Bus" science fair projects have enticed students with learning, risk taking and even working with alternative high school students. She has served as an Od­ yssey of the Mind coach, judge and booster. She en­ courages her students to take risks, learn about the com­ munity outside school and have fun with learning. Muir says, "I really have loved teaching. Students keep you on your toes." Some of the differences Kathy Smith she has seen in the third graders she has taught are the number of after-school activities open to students, which were not available when she began teaching. She has already begun planning the adventures she and her husband, John, will share after school is out but she still can't wait to find out what students will bring to her class each day. Student Chad Barager writes in his nominating let­ ter that math and computer science teacher Donna von der Hoff, "She makes the hardest concepts of calculus seem so much easier. Her advice for college and work­ place makes her an allaround great person." Kyle Fletke says, "she made my transition into a high school math class an easy one." He also praises her ability to work with stu­ dents of differing educa­ tional ability. This gifted teacher, re­ sponsible for both an ad­ vanced placement computer science class and an ad­ vanced placement calculus class, also has enjoyed the challenge of teaching an in­ tegrated mathematics class full of students who struggle with math. "I enjoy the challenge of finding games and activities which will help these stu­ dents understand what they are learning," von der Hoff says. Smith has three sisters who are custodians in the Byron Center School dis trict, one of whom received the support staff of the year award last year. Her love for her job and the students al Lee Elemen tary School arc obvious. Children trust her. At lunch time they turn to her with jokes, requests for help or even just a smiling hello. Smith started as a play­ ground aide and in the kitchen before taking on the challenges of daytime custo­ dian. "There arc some changes since I started, smaller lunch groups are great but the students have stayed just as interesting as when I began. Smith really likes the staff at Lee saying, "this is my second family." School secretary Roxanne Potter keeps the calendar and much more at McFall Elementary. She has seen Continued next page Why live alone when you can live with us? ICXwdtaiun Stleadc<ivs ‘Retiiement Oitiage 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 jj An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community + Now Taking Reservations # Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted living services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer s disease ____________ and other related dementias________ J 616-948-4921 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www leisure-living com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Apnl 30. 2002/Page 3 ‘Bring Your Child to Work Day’ enjoyed in Caledonia D&W supermarket shop­ pers may have noticed a few new faces around the store last Thursday. Many of the newcomers were on the short side; a few even had to use boxes to cashier. But they were learning the ropes of the business — for one day anyway. It was "Bring Your Child to Work Day” and several of the employees brought their children or grandchildren with them to experience the staff side of life at the store. The new crew included Kenny Aldrich, a Caledonia Middle School seventh­ grader; Nick Meinke. a Hastings sixth-grader; Amanda Wicrcnga. sixth­ grader at Thornapplc Kel­ logg Middle School; Amanda Nicholas, a Page Elementary (TK) fifth­ grader; Brittany Bott. a fifth-grader at Hudson­ ville Christian; Lindsey Meinke. a Hastings fourth­ grader and Brandon Wierenga, a Lee Elementary (TK) thirdgrader. Attending the 2002 “Take Your Child to Work Day" is (back row. from left) Amanda Nicholas. Nick Meinke and Brittany Bott; (front) Amanda Wierenga and Brandon Wierenga; (front) Lindsey Meinke Missing is Kenny Aldrich who was working in the deli. This isn’t the first time that Lindsey Meinke, of Hastings, has worked the cash registers at D&W be­ fore. She attended last years’ “Take Your Child to Work Day Kenny Aldrich, a sev­ enth-grader at Caledonia Middle School, learns how to weigh sandwich fixings from deli counter employee Samantha Palmanteer. Art exhibit planned at Emmons Elementary An art exhibit from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts will be on display from May 6 through June 3 at Emmons Elementary 8950 Kraft Ave., Caledonia. Entitled “Humor and Whimsy," the exhibit is com­ prised of a series of prints, such as lithographs and etch­ ings. that illustrate the many different ways artists depict humorous subjects. Ani­ mals, fantasy images and scenes from everyday life are some of the subjects that various artists have chosen to look at from a humorous point of view. The show includes works by such artists as Stephen Hansen. Robert Nelson and Todd Zimmerman. This exhibit is from the K.d.ima/oo Institute of Arts ARTREACH program, which is funded in part by the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs and by the Educational Com- munity Credit Union of Kalamazoo. The program provides small traveling exhibits of original art works for one-month loans to schools, libraries and other community facilities, in a 13-county area of Southwest Michigan. The primary aim of ARTREACH is to enable Michigan communities to see and participate in the Feng Shiu program slated in Caledonia The Caledonia branch of Kent District Library will explore Feng Shui, the Chinese art of placement to enhance the flow of energy in the home and workplace, at 7 p.m. Wednesday. May The Caledonia branch offers a Basic Feng Shui program. Registration is required, and participations is limited to 25. Participants will learn how to apply Feng Shui to their From previous page many changes in the expec­ tations students are expected to meet at even the kinder­ garten and first grade level. While she was an office aide during the last year of McFall as a K-5 building she became secretary the year it was changed to a K-1 building. She enjoys working with the staff and principal Bill Rich and pinch hitting for “Zero the Hero" is always ftan as well. She has experienced some of the changes in technology and the record keeping and reporting required by the state. living and working environ­ ments and make easy and affordable adjustments to improve health and happi­ ness. Presenter Minnie Kansman is certified in Interior Alignment and Instinctive Feng Shui and has been a Feng Shui consultant since 1994. For more information or to register, please call the Caledonia Branch at 6473840. Potter enjoys walking and running and other outdoor activities. When she partici­ pates in a run during the school year, students are al­ ways impressed by seeing her name in the list of fin­ ishers. The district also nomi­ nated middle school sixth grade science teacher Randy Stehlik as the “Best Teacher of the Year’ at the middle school level. Though Stehlik was not selected Thornapplc Kellogg Education Association President James Hallberg says. “We're very proud to have his accomplishments rev >ew cd by the committee.’ visual arts. Lectures and demonstrations are also pro­ vided as a part of the pro­ gram. Any organization interest­ ed in the program may con­ tact the ARTREACH Coor­ dinator at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 South Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. ’free’ w- r ► AVEDA Lmakeouer, novT- ■OPENx > s i Knott s S Greenhouses.! 3422 - 76th S.W. 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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES- MTteraw -Body Treatment Hot State Mawage Matenwy Manage Red Heat Sauna Hgh Prewure Tanning 'brtfaui hath ’ -FllLDAY SPA South Side Plaza—South M-37 300 Meadow Run, Suite A, Hastings, Ml 49058 616-948-0083 HOURS Mon.-Fri. 10-7; Sat. 104 ■ �Page 4/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/April 30. 2002 Kids First hosts free wellness seminar nutritional counselor who has worked with families to overcome poor health. She has implemented her well­ ness principles in her own family. “We are proof that implementing wellness prin­ ciples can help build health­ ier kids/ Attila says. Herich says, “Children nowadays are being bom­ barded with so many things that lower their immune sys­ Kathy Herich and Kelly Vanettc, owner of the Kids First Learning Place in Mid­ dleville are hosting a free Healthy Kids seminar on Monday. May 6 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Kids First is at 420 Misty Ridge Drive across from the Crystal Flash Gas Station on M-37 just south of Middleville. Sherrie Attila is the main speaker for the evening. A tem and make them sick. We feel that if we can help educate people to the possi­ ble dangers and offer solu­ tions to those problems, then people are free to make healthy choices for them­ selves and for their chil­ dren.” This program is open to the public as well as to the staff and parents whose chil­ dren are in the day care pro­ grams at Kids First. Vanette says, “I am constantly see­ ing sick kids and frustrated parents because they just don't know what to do for their children. I think that an event like this could be so helpful to people. I am really excited about this.” For more information about this Healthy Kids event on Mondav. Mav 6 call Kids First at 795-9055. Kathy Herich (on left) and Kelly Vannette of Kii First Learning Center LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School . 9 .30 a m Morning Worship ,10:45 a.m. Evening Praise............................ 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p m Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kinin Stiles ... II U I I I T M-37, north of Middleville • ^95-9726 Bruce V St cm art. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Sen ice Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mkl-Uvrk Prayer Word of Life Clubs 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 C 0 M FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE CHURCH o place to belong o pioce to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Mornmg Worship 9 JO & 11 00 a m Youth Minotry .......................... 891-0576 Meeting at Utt (roil Creek Charter Academy Rev Mu luicl Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe ( i/x ii, Worship Isader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site www.bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 9:45 a m. 1100 a m 6:00 p.m 6 45 p.m . 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Gl)c ®imc jSlctljoitiSt QUjurtlj 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...!0:00 am. Morning Worship...! 1:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday Worship 9. JO a m and 600 pm (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH "A Chunh with a earing heart for our community and the world" Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891 -9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Worship Hours 9U0 am and ID JO am A CALEDONLA fl UNITED METHODIST A Healing Touch Worship Sconce 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m (Jr Church* 1100 only) Sunday School *> -*5 a m iNursery and Child Care asadjNe thnxighwM the morning) Lakeside Community Cburcn A Place for l am*h & Friends 6201 Wtutney vilie Avenue, Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Chun h Otike 616-891-8669 Fax 891-8648 www caicdonuunx or g Comniunitvo| Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Located in Leighton Tonmvhip Corner ot Ind Street and 142nd Avenue <6161891-8167 8146 68tn St neor wtvneyviie Ave Church School. Sunday Pratsc Singing 9 45 a m 10 50 a m Morning Wwdwp 11 00 am Wed Fellowship "30 pm Paiior Uosd Dc\brmer, Sr Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastors Ph S97-7AJ7 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for ail ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.vc Sundag School 9:30 AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ztehr ____________ Office g91-gfegg___________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun lukci Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass: 9 30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCl 1 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10:00 a.m (Jr. Church He Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmetee Mornrg Wonhp MkJdtevie Momrg wonhc> Sunday School (Jr High & Adults) Nusery • Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evenrg Jr High ■ Godes 6^8 Wed Evenrg 9 JO a m 1100 a m 9 45 a m. 1100 a m 600800 pm 600-7 30 p m Ret1 Uv ZMihmuti Cammuui/y Campui f«i blooi/iy and St Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFARER. —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Pullman • ( hurch Office *68-0391 wwu iakxMdrctxnmunit) org Res Norman Kohns 800 AM 9:30 AM 1100 AM Sunday 250 Vine Street t M-37 to Emmons to \ inc i Sunday, May Sth: Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Soondas Road) Wayland. Ml 49M8 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through: + (Missouri Sgnodl 54th and Kraft - Caled All Services have a Nursery available Barner Free www iserv net' -etpaul YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Struct (Missouri Synod) Worship . 9 30 a.m. Sunday School 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a.m. 10 00 a.m 11:15 a m 6:00 p m St Paul Lutheran Church suadas Sfemeng Worship x SO a m ft 11 a m Worship 9:30 at Christian Educa Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5.45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor baud Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Cakdurua 61^6984001 rrdermrrwsm net www reJermcriwenantMfg A monbtr uf Iht Camtnam Chudes d .Krnma (^faintd . Afult/vaiA Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al 1616) 65-65-WAY ( heck our web site H_n,n WHITNEY'VILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Ro. In Irving) Sunday §ery!ce Time> 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer <Hoiy Comrx.'-on 2nc Sanaa, ; 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon. 795-2370 or 946-9327 Viear ~ Rev David T. Hutfwick I ic|xcl 8546 Whneyv'^ Ave of 84m St • 89 ’ 866: “The Church where everybody it somebody . and Jesus is lard” Meeting ot Coledomo High School Sunder Scheer 9 30 a m Sunday Momng Aorsnp 1030am Meerrg cr cnapet on Whrfneyv*e Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonhp 600pm Aea kAd«eek Prayer & Study 7 00 pm ’,'oma$ Sujis. Psw • ?ev i^r tom Asoc Pas»or Aiecrze whtneyvSeDOie ag �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Apnl 30. 2002/Page 5 Engagements GFWC-Gun Lake scholarship winners named Nagel-Bender Devine-Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Bernie Nagel of Caledonia would like to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter. Shandalyn Marie to Matt­ hew Richard, son of Elwin and Sue Bender of Hastings. Shandalyn is a 1994 grad­ uate of Caledonia High School and a graduate of Calvin College. She is cur­ rently working at Barry County Christian School of Hastings. Matthew is a 1991 gradu­ ate of Hastings High School and currently attends Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary. He is employed by Bruce's Frame and Alignment of Middleville. A June 22, 2002 wedding is being planned at First Baptist of Middleville. Arthur and Linda Devine of Delton. Ms. Linda Rumney-Anderson and Mr. Fred Anderson of Grand Rapids, are pleased to announce the engagement of their chil­ dren. Adelaide Mane Devine and Ryan Patnck Anderson. Adelaide is a 1996 gradu­ ate of TKHS High School, and is attending GVSU with a degree in business and is currently employed at Fore­ most Insurance. Grand Rapids. Ryan is a 1994 graduate of Grand Rapids Catholic Cen­ tral High School and attend­ ed Aquinas College with a degree in communications and is currently employed at Standard Federal Bank. A June 8, 2002 wedding is being planned. The couple got engaged to be married on Nov. 3, 2000. Bowyer-Buxton Cl if and Laura Sage of Middleville, Bill and Helen Bowyer Jr. of Fremont, Rod and Connie Buxton of Middleville and Michelle Buxton of Grand Rapids are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Becky Bowyer and Mike Buxton. Becky is a 1996 graduate of Middleville High School and attended Grand Rapids Community College with a degree in design and is cur­ rently employed at Famous Flooring. Mike is a 1996 graduate of Middles ille High School and is currently employed at Reunnk Roof Maintenance. A June 1.2002 wedding is being planned. Prichard-Sines Anya Prichard and Jason Sines, and their families, are pleased to announce their engagement. Anya attended Thomapple Kellogg High School, con­ tinued her education at GREC, and graduated in dental assisting. She works for Dr. Grias in Caledonia. Jason graduated from Caledonia High School, attended Davenport College, and works for New Atlantis Financial in Grand Rapids. Hie couple is planning a June 7. 2002. wedding and will be honeymooning at Vero Beach and Disney World. located in Alaska Township Hall NOW ENROLLING Hurry, limited spaces available CaR me preschool to have rtormaton nxwea to you or attend our OPEN HOUSE I Rebecca Farrell Benjamin McDuffee the Panther Pride Award for outstanding citizenship and worked part time the past three years at Lifespan, a home and health care pro­ vider. Farrell will attend Grand Valley State University in the fall and is interested in psychology, writing chil­ dren’s books and theater. She considers her parents, Donald and Loretta, as “more than parents, they are my friends.” • Benjamin McDuffee will represent ThornappleKellogg at Adrian College, taking his 3.6 GPA with him. “Each person, distin­ guished or not. has a point in their life that they look back on and recognize as the big­ gest turning point in their quest from childhood to adulthood. I can recognize the moment I stood on stage and received my Eagle Scout-of-the-Year award from (former) President Gerald R. Ford as mine." Seats still open on senior citizen trip Thornapple Kellogg Community Education still has seats available for a “Celebrate Springtime” trip to Meijer Gardens on Fri­ day, May 17. This trip for area senior citizens includes lunch at Dubas Restaurant followed by a visit to Meijer Gardens. The group will travel by school bus leaving the TK Learning Center at 10:45 a.m. and returning approxi­ mately at 3 p.m. the cost is $26 per person. For more in­ formation and to register call TK Community Ed at 795-3397. The next meeting in the Senior Citizens Community Room will be Monday, May 20 at 1 p.m. Participants are asked to bring a dessert to share. Register by calling 795-3397. Besides being an Eagle Scout. McDuffee is a camp staff veteran. 2002 program director for Cub Scout Ad­ ventureland. senior patrol leader, troop guide, the youngest program director ever in the midwest. Green­ bar Brigade Leadership School member and staffer, all this since 1991. He has won many, many scouting awards, and awards affili­ ated with his participation in the Business Professionals of America. He is a member of the Thornapple-Kellogg Diversity Council. Service Time. National Honor Soci­ ety. works at the Thornap­ ple-Kellogg pen'll, and was the first male varsity cheer­ leader. McDuffee is interested in communications and media studies and though Florida State was his primary choice, practicality will sec him at Adrian. “Ben is a good represen­ tative of what GFWC-Gun Lake Area women's club is looking for in a senior schol­ arship candidate with his leadership and service to community and school.” Perrino said. Contempo Salon Wbuitii 2001-2002 dfrt&i Salon "On Jim Jou>n THaqaiina" * * # Mother's Day Gift Certificates # « * 1 Hour Body Massage ’40 with Jackie chit. 2 week unlimited Tanning ’20 FREE! Beautiful Make-up Bag with Mother's Day Gift Certificate purchase! d JuU SaAvim Salon fa* Uu anLuit faumilq! B Caledonia village Centre • 891-1093 Looking for a fabulous, affordable vacation? Ki Raab-Comstock vJittfc v Jambs ^Preschool 554-3350 The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area Scholarship Committee has awarded four senior scholarships of $500 each to Rebecca Farrell of Delton-Kellogg High School. Benjamin McDuffee of Thornapple-Kellogg. Heather Double of Martin and Tamara Taugher of Wayland-Union. Ruth Perino, committee chair, announced the win­ ners at the April 10 club meeting. “The decisions, as usual, were difficult ones to make,” she said. “All of the students who applied were worthy candidates.” The GFWC-Gun Lake Area women s club has been awarding senior scholar­ ships for the past 18 years and is in its third year of awarding art scholarships as well. The money needed for these awards is gained at the annual spring scholarship fund-raiser, an art exhibit by local galleries, artists and art scholarship winners; a sitdown dinner served by the Gun Lake Community Church Youth Group and the performance of “Seance at Yankee Springs.” pre­ sented by the Middleville Village Players. The event is planned for Thursday, May 9. Reserva­ tions are required by May 1. Donation is $20 per person. Call Jean Medendorp at 795-2523 for reservations. • Rebecca R. Farrell, a senior at Delton Kellogg High School, carries a 3.8 grade point average while participating on the student council, in Panther Pals, HOSTS, NHS. SADD, Club Interact and sports. She is part of the Delton-Kellogg Theater Arts Company, took part in the CROP walk, and was a Festival of Trees and Camp Delton Basketball volunteer. She is active in her church youth group and is a Kalamazoo Gospel Mis­ sion volunteer. She received Sharia Katherine Raab will become the bride of Michael (Much) Comstock on June 22. 2002. The bnde-to-be is the daughter of Susan Raab and Wilbur Raab of Middleville. The future groom is the son of Rosemary Comstock and Harry Comstock of Saginaw. Start packing. With its starry nights. neediest hori­ zons and intimate little spots for two. a Carnival cruse creates the perfect hackdrop for romance No wonder SO many couples make Carnival their choice for their vacation Enjoy fun acuvmes. superb meals, the Nautica Spa. program Vegas-style shows a friendly casino, extra spacious staterooms’ and pampering service Plus special events just for honeymooners Carnival s romantic cruises go to The Bahamas Caribbean the Mexican Rivera. Alaska Hawaii and the Panama Canal Whether you're planning a first or second honeymoon, a romantic week s vacation or a 3 or 4 day getaway grve us a call for the one vacation that's just more fun 3 Day From s2a9 4 Day From $279 Premier Travel 7 aay From s549 Coner at oo0 & Srjoamxr (616)554-0311 H Carnival. The Most Popular Cruse Une in the World'. �Page 6/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apnl 30. 2002 Caledonia teacher turns travels into lessons by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Diane Blain's students anxiously await her next trip. No. she doesn't take them with her. but she often turns her travels into a les­ son of pure fun. The educational instruc­ tion might be about the cul­ ture of Japan — especially the schools and students (last summer's trip), infor­ mation about undersea life (she is an avid scuba diver) or sailing wisdom (she spent time a few summers ago on Diane Blain, third grade Kettle Lake teacher, dis­ plays items from her trip to Japan last summer, in­ cluding her kimono. lensHve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Get Ready Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pirn) 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Austen Rueter (left) learns to sew a “dog boo­ tie" as classmate Clayton Siegle helps. a tall ships). Or the lesson might just turn the students into a pack of excited young pups, as in dogs — Iditarod dogs; her latest trip. Blain. 51, a third grade teacher at Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary in Caledonia, has been interested in the Idita­ rod Dog Sled Race for many years — ever since her fam­ ily took a vacation in Alaska and a wrong turn found them at the Idi’arod Arch. She has been teaching a unit about it for the past nine movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & rmdntght on FrL & SaL | • VUSWD movies A player reetate | • Games A g»t»e vyotrm rcotal I I I • Special Orders aad Previewed movies A gimu for sale Gift Certificates A Gift Baskets * • ■ Offer good at Caledonia location j ’ Fro* rent*! of *quai or kmoe value | • Reservation oo movies a Weekly specials . I j Rent One Movie Or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon The weather cooper­ ated on the day of the Kettle Lake Ikidarod, giv­ ing students and their helpers a real taste of Alaska climate. Student teacher Amy Grubb, and third-grader Katie De­ meuse brave the ele­ ments at one of the Ikida­ rod “check points." The Kevue I tie Vermcntville theatrical < r< up presents r — ——————————— fllovie Outpost Alicia Batchelor takes her turn getting the “dog bootie” put on by an unidentified helper. you.” she explained Her sponsors included Mi l MIC Insurance Company. Minrow Communications Group. Kettle Lake PTO, Southkent Veterinary Hospi­ tal. State Spring Service and Gander Mountain. Last February found Blain, who is a member of the Mid-Union Sled Haulers Association (M.U.S II. an organization for dog sled­ ding) in Alaska as one of three teachers nationwide being interviewed as a final­ ist for next year’s famed Always the good sport, race. “The Teacher on the Trail “Sled dog” Katie Storer Principal Chris Warren relishes the “doggie bis­ acts as one of the haz­ (program) started about five cuits” (gingerbread cook­ ards that mushers and years ago,” said Blain. Feeling that, should she ies) that Blain’s class dogs alike have to con­ made as food for the tend with on the Iditarod be chosen, the four weeks “dogs.” trail — Moose. It wasn't she would have to take off clear just who was having school next year may be t<xi the most fun, the chaser years. Continued next page Blain’s interest in the race or the chasee(s). continued with wanting to experience it for herself. This past fall she applied for the Teacher on the Trail’ position for 2003. She not only had to fill out a long application with a lot of ma­ terial about herself, she also had to find sponsors. “(The committee mem­ bers) need to know that (your) community is behind • A Game Accessories Guys and Dolls, Jr. Book oy Abe Burrows & Jo Swertng Muse & lyrics by Frank Loesser Ongmatfy drectea on Broadway by George S Kaufman Vermontville Opera House - 211 S. Main St. (across from the fire station} May 3. 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12 • Fri. & Sat. at 7 pm & Sun. at 3 pm Adults $7; Seniors & Students S6; Children 12 and under $5 On* coupon per vtMt pteaee Exp*** 09*31-02 Product WL SunAd J Don't Forget the Popcorn... Tickets are available at the door or make reservations by calling 616.367.4455 or e-mail theresuel@yahoo.com ■LB >. . —i 00 from every fifiet »a/r »«// go to the Cystic Fibrow Foundation Additional <iMinbutumi art tn < epled and udl go m their entirety to the Foundation The shun is also supported by the Mu higan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and Am Council of Greater Lansing. Im �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/April 30, 2002/Page 7 From previous page long away from her stu­ dents/ Blain went to KL Principal Chris Warren. “He was wonderful about it. He said. This will work out. (Her experience gained would be) good for the kids and the school.’ While in Alaska for the interview, Blain was sur­ prised to find that the Iditarod dogs were calm. “They weren't snappy and they like to be petted. They’re not high strung. She also found the mush­ ers to be friendly. “They were friendly, just like Cale­ donia people. They're very caring of their dogs." Blain purposely flew to McGrath (one of the check­ points) to sec how the dogs were treated. “The mushers take really good care of their dogs. Before they eat. the dogs eat.” She explained the neces­ sity of one handler per dog. “The dogs get real excited as soon as their harnesses arc on. They’re wanting to GO! A team of 16 dogs can pull a truck.” Blain was able to visit the kennel of Lynda Plettner during her trip. “She has about 150 dogs. It’s a pretty noisy back yard. "All the dogs have differ­ ent personalities. (When you pay attention to them or pet them) the dogs just kind of lean on you. Just like a bunch of third-graders," she Third-grader Evan Maczka proudly shows off a bone that he and his science partner, Alicia Batche­ lor, identified from their pellet. They were able to place three different skulls, three jawbones, a leg bone, ribs and teeth said with a big grin. Though she recently re­ ceived word that she was not selected as the Teacher on the Trail for next year’s Idi­ tarod, the news didn't seem to bother her at all. “I had the fun part of the trip al­ ready,” said Blain, speaking of going to Alaska again and Diane Blain turned her love of the famous dog sled race, the Iditarod. into a learning experience for her students, the Ikidarod meeting the other two teach­ ers being interviewed. The trio became such good friends and helped each other so much that the judges had more than a tough time choosing just one of them. They have contin­ ued to stay in touch “from sea to shining sea" as they put it. as one is from New Hampshire and the other is from Oregon. Blain’s students from this year didn’t mind that she wasn’t picked either. They were having too much fun with her wealth of informa­ tion about the race. On a cold and blustery day this past March, they held their own Iditarod race. Kettle Lake style, "The iKIDarod!” Once again Blain had turned the knowledge she gained into more than one lesson, and her students ate it right up — literally. Blain, author of “The Boxcar Children’s Cook­ book,” often has her stu­ dents cooking in class. The Ikidarod was no exception. They made their own check­ point snacks and their own “dog biscuits" (also known as very yummy gingerbread cookies in the shape of a dog bone). The Ikidarod had students mapping out their trail and checkpoints, plus working as dog sled teams to figure out who would be the musher, the lead dog. the Now Taking New Patients! Cherrv Valley Family Physicians Christopher Noah. M.D. & Douglas Smendik. M.D. Family practice specialists providing care for patients of all ages, including obstetrical care. If you need a physician to care for you or your family, call today! Accepting most insurances Cherry Valley Family Physicians 490 Edward St., Middle*ilk (616) 795-4434 r Pennock Healthcare Services wheel dog and the swing or point dog. They also learned how to sew their own “boo­ ties." Though they didn't w ear these tiny booties. the\ were required to come up with some type of bootie that one of the dogs had to wear. They were required to follow directions in many areas, including learning the mushers' language — can you figure out what “gee" and “haw" means? They had to use their reading skills for research, internet skills to keep up with the Iditarod sledder whose progress they chose to follow, and though they probably weren't aware of it, the students used math and reasoning skills more than once throughout the Ikidarod unit. Blain even recruited War­ ren to act as "The Moose on the Trail." one of the many hazards mushers and dogs have to contend with on the Iditarod trail. Moose can be very mean when disturbed. They have been known to charge sledders. KL’s moose wasn't bad-tempered at all; in fact, it wasn’t clear just who was having the most fun, the chaser or the chasee(s). The students learned a lot during the Ikidarod unit, enough to be awarded first place in the 2002 Michigan Statistics Poster Competi­ tion. The title of their entry was “Force Needed to Pull a Sled.” According to a note sent home to the parents. “The students performed a science investigation inte­ grating friction and graph­ ing. (The) project was a take-off on the Iditarod and when it’s important to have friction and lack of friction.” All winning posters were on public display in the fieldhouse, on the Allendale campus of Grand Valley State University during the Regional Science Olympiad. The Blain Bunch, as each year’s students are known. won the grand prize of $96. They chose to purchase a new pencil sharpener for the room and are adopting an animal or two with their winnings. They will also be receiving a plaque to be hung in the halls of Kettle Lake. Blain is conscious of her students, even when she travels. She often brings them back some sort of me­ mento from her various trips. Postcards are the norm, but several years ago. when returning from a div­ ing expedition. Blain de­ cided to bring back a com­ mon treat from the area. When reading the ingredi­ ents on the way back, she re­ alized that the treat con­ tained peanuts. She had a child in her class who was allergic to them. Instead of skipping the treat altogether. Blain gave him an extra coin from her trip. That just the kind of teacher she is — everyone is included, even if it means a little more effort. When Blain returned from her trip to Japan this past summer, she came to school dressed in her kimono and reported on the lives of stu­ dents and their schools in that country. In the days fol­ lowing that conversation with her students, there were many parents who heard the same information during dinnertime talks. Blain was intrigued in the differences and similarities between the two.school sys­ tems. "I thought (the school curriculum) would be real structured, but it didn't seem to be." said Blain. "Kids are kids." “(Japanese kids) learn a certain amount of English. (English speaking) teachers go there for two year (teach­ ing periods)." she explained. Certain things in the school system that she vis­ ited surprised Blain. “There were no computers in the elementary. They build them, but they don't use them. They're working to­ wards having computers in (the) classrooms w ithin five years," she explained. And with a smile. “There are no custodians. Kids do all the Continued next page Unforgettable Ireland & Journey to the dBCjL South Pacific ... are the stars of our Tour Show to be held at The Travel Store in Middleville on May 8th, 2002 - Wednesday from 7 - 9 p.m. Come and see videos showing both destinations in living color See the friendly faces of our Irish cousins as they wel­ come us home to Ireland in 2002. Australia, New Zealand & Fuji will be our Grand Tour of 2003. Collette Representative will be present to answer questions and tell of his experiences on his recent trip to Australia. He has first-hand knowledge of the Land Down Under. We will have refreshments and door prizes. R.S.V.P. to 616-795-1606— space is limited. Directions— M-37 just north of Middleville, in North Town Mall. businesses for their donations of cash or goods to our Dutton Elementary Spring Carnival. We thank you for your support. Our profits this year are being used for playground equipment. 68th Street Grill A Dollar Does It Bed Bath & Beyond Big O’ Fish House Blimpie's-Caledonia Caledonia Farmer’s | Elevator ■ Ca/edonia Hardware ^Caledonia State Bank ^Campau Corners /Cheddar's Restaurant Chuck E. Cheese’s Craig’s Cruisers Discount Tire Co. (44th & Kalamazoo) Di s Hallmark Dr. Choryan, OD Dr. Eric Hannapel, DDS. MS PC Dr. Thomas Grias, DDS Dutton General Store DVK Construction Eastbrook Lanes -Essential Bean rFerris Coffee & Nut Fortune Chef Restaurant Fruit Basket Flowerland Get-Em-N-Go (Caledonia) Hamilton Lumber Harder & Warner Nursery Heidi Christine's Home Depot Janie’s Cookies John Ball Zoo Judd Robinson EC’s Family Footwear Kava House King's Room Knott’s Greenhouse L&L Jiroch Landscape Impressions Legacy for a Lifetime LLC Little Caesar's Pizza Mary Kay— Pat Ringnalda Mary Kay— Joyce Wiltjer Meijer Monterey Grille Muller's Paint & Paper Olive Garden Perkin's Restaurant Pet Supplies Plus Rite Aid-Caledonia ‘ Roger’s Dept. Store Russ' Sam s Club Seif & Sons Chevrolet Shaklee Lisa Murphy Smith-Diamond Realty Studio Salon Super Subs-Dutton Subway-Caledonia Swierenga Jewelers Target Times Treasured Touch of Country Toys R Us VanLaan Construction Supply Village Bike Shop THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR DONATION! �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Apnl 30, 2002 From previous page cleaning.” She wasn’t excited with everything she experienced on that trip though. “Kids have larger class sizes. There’s no special education (program). The whole idea (currently) is you pass the test. Their learning is more by rote (memorization) not creative (thinking). They’re (starting) through an educa­ tional reform.” She doesn’t just turn her travels into lessons though. This is one teacher not afraid to do something that might make others others a little squeamish. Like dis­ secting owl pellets, for in­ stance, a unit covered for science. Even the few students who didn’t want to touch the little balls of leftover owl dinners were fascinated with the bits of bones and skulls to be found in the pellets. By breaking the pellets apart (rolling them to find the smaller bones), the students discovered the remains of birds, moles, rodents and shrews. Even the ones who thought it was the grossest thing to be working with the pellets, really got into it. They were absorbed in what bones and skulls they could identify. Some even divided up the remains to take home and share with their fami­ lies. Blain made sure her stu­ dents knew they weren’t handling owl unmention­ ables. They were working with the remains of the owls’ lunch that they coughed up. “It’s all sterilized, wrapped in aluminum foil,” said Blain. “Ms. Science (a.k.a. Bev Sheehan) got (the pellets) for us.” Blain uses her teaching skills and talents to pass onto the next generation of teachers as well. Her room is often occupied by a stu­ dent teacher during half of the year. Coaching a student teacher takes extra time, so Blain generally takes on only one per school year. This year was an exception — two student teachers came highly recommended to her. Both benefited from Blain's knowledge and sense of fun. Amanda Jackson and Amy Grubb had similar things to say about working with her. “Working with Mrs. Blain last semester was a wonder­ ful experience? Through her experiences, knowledge and creativity, she brings world events alive to her students. Mrs. Blain is a great teacher and a wonderful mentor!” wrote Jackson. 21. She was recently certified from Cor­ nerstone University after her semester spent student teaching with Blain. “Working with Mrs. Blain this semester has been a wonderful experience. She is an expert teacher who loves her students and en­ joys her job,” wrote Grubb. Timothy Roy Fox Student teacher Amanda Jackson helps Paige Redner identify some bones found in an owl pellet. “She mixes humor and joy with authentic learning ex­ periences for the students. Her classroom offers a posi­ tive learning atmosphere for students and student teach­ ers alike!” said Grubb, 21, currently a student at Calvin College. Blain herself has been teaching in the Caledonia district for close to 30 years. Her first year of teaching was in Grandville, but then she relocated to Caledonia, where she taught home eco­ nomics for 12 years at the high school. In 1985, she made the switch to elemen­ tary education. “Home ec was kind of dy­ ing." she explained. “I really wanted to certify in elemen­ tary education.” She has been teaching second (*85-’93) and third grade at Kettle Lake ever since. Blain received a bache­ lor’s and master’s degree in home economics from West­ ern Michigan University and holds a post-graduate degree in elementary education from Michigan State Uni­ versity. She continues to up­ date her education with training and university classes (University of Mas­ sachusetts and Seattle Pa­ cific University most re­ cently). Whether you’re looking for a new home, needing to improve your existing home, or would like to refinance, Hastings City Bank has a plan for you! Stop by any of our offices for more information today! Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 FDIC Blain has been married to her husband. Don, for 31 years. They live in the Middleville/Caledonia area and are the parents of two grown children. Although he didn't accompany Diane on her trip to Alaska. Don is often a willing companion on her expeditions. They both en­ joy attending dog sled races in the winter. Besides kids, dogs, dog sledding, scuba diving and the Iditarod, Blain’s other interests include traveling, (what else!) hiking, photography/devcloping and cook­ ing. She is also an avid col­ lector of information on the Internet. One of her favorite search engines is “Dogpile.” of course. Fellow teacher, B.J. Kezlarien probably sums up Blain’s zest for life the best in a poster she created for Blain’s return from Alaska. Finding a picture of Diane in a big, puffy musher’s hat, she attached. “Go Girl! Blaze that trail, baby! Diane Blain is Kettle Lake’s Spirit of Adventure!” MIDDLEVILLE Timothy Roy Fox. age 22. of Middleville passed away Wednesday. April 24. 2002 at the University Medical Center. Ann Arbor. Timothy Roy Fox was bom on March 14. 1980 in Grand Rapids. Mich., the son of LeRoy B. Fox Jr. and Janet L. (Clark) Borr. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg Schools. He is survived by his par­ ents. Leroy Bruce Fox Jr. of Middleville. Janet Louise (Clark) Borr of Caledonia; two brothers. Daniel Lee Fox of Middleville and Andrew James Borr of Caledonia; his fiance. Michelle Le Valley of Middleville, grandfather. Donald Bigger of Cadillac; several aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. LeRoy and D>onna Fox. Helen Braska. and cousin. Annissa Louise Greenman. Memorial services were held Monday. April 29. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev Lee Zachinan officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the University Medical Center for Liver Disease Research. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Malcolm (Mac) Douglas CALEDONIA - C. Malcolm (Mac) Douglas, age 62, of Caledonia, went to be with his lord on Friday, April 26. 2002. Survivng arc his wife. Ilene; his children, Kendall (Lucinda) Douglas, Steven Douglas. Jcnellc (Andy) Jonkman; his brother. Bruce (Gail) Douglas; his sister, Mary E. (Sam) Steams. The funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Middleville with Reverend Bruce Stewart and Pastor Bert Boes officiating, Interment at Holy Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to First Baptist Church of Middleville. Arrangements are being made by Stroo Funeral Home in Grand Rapids. Monay Fay Alma COLUMBIA - Mona Fay John Price officiated. Inter­ Alma, age 28, of Columbia, ment Lakeside Cemetery, Tenn., formerly of Rock­ Caledonia. Memorial contributions ford, Mich., passed away unexpectedly, April 22, may be made to the family. Arrangements were made 2002 at her home. She is survived by her by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. parents, Linda Hargrave of Spring Hill. Tenn., and James Alma of Rockford, Mich; her grandparents, The Caledonia varsity Olive and Sam Finkbeiner; Give a memorial girls’ golf team shot a sea­ siblings, Leslie (Ed) Pease, that can go on forever... Vaughn Alma, Marie Alma; son-low 164. but South A gift to the Barry Community Christian managed a 152 to niece, Olivia; nephews, Foundation s used to help fund win a duel of O-K Gold Tony and Isaac; several activities throughout the county front-runners on April 24 at aunts, uncles, cousins and n the name of the person you many special friends. The Pines. designate Ask your funeral Funeral services were director for more nformoiion on Lauri and Amy Jo Leath­ held Saturday, April 27, the Barry Community erman each fired rounds of Foundation or cai 9450526 2002 at the Beeler Funeral 38 to lead the Lady Scots, who dropped to 3-1 in the Chapel. Middleville. Pastor Gold and 5-2 overall. On April 23, the Scots met Unity Christian at Broadmoor and won going away, 170-221. Lauri Leath­ erman had a low round of 40 for Caledonia. The Scots host Wyoming Park today and Cedar Springs on Thursday, with both matches teeing off at 3:30 p.m. On Friday they travel to play in the Russ Johnson Tournament. JV Report The Lady Scot JV golfers lost a double dual to Lowell and Hastings at Deer Run on The 4S95 MiMMfc H. lUN.IWntC April 24. shooting a 285 to Lynn Denton M*37* Mtddtevilte* Ml vilte, Ml Lowell’s 248 and Hastings’ 252. Dorothy Jones shot a Agency 1-80044^5253 S17-852-2005 63 for Caledonia. 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Abel’s stu­ dents kept asking, “Did you ever hear anything from those people that were going to publish that book on peace?” When word finally came, it was good news indeed. Ten of the students had been published in the book. In fact, one of the students, Dy­ lan Cochran, received the Publishers Choice Award — gamering him a nice mone­ tary prize. Besides Cochran, the other students published in­ cluded Doug Snyder. Mi­ chelle Walker, Ashley Rahm. Jacob Crater. Collin Donnelly, Darin Taylor. Brittany Pickard. Maggie Patterson. Amber Duryea and Lindsay Follett. Many of the words are very thought provoking, some profound, especially from fifth-graders. Some of the words mirror their pride of country; all are heartfelt. The following are ex­ cerpts from some of the es­ says. “...Let’s not live in a fighting world. Hate is what we have, forgiveness is what we need. I love my country and my world!” — Amber Duryea, fifth grade. “We think we are great, but without peace we can’t say we are as great as we think we are."’ — Lindsay Follett. Speaking of people in other countries that have lit­ tle education, food or pos­ sessions. “...This is happen­ ing right now. Look around and see what you could do to help educate these people. World Peace doesn’t just mean stopping the world from fighting.” — Ashley Rahm. “Prejudice is a very bad thing. Someone can get the wrong idea about you and they don’t even know you.” — Collin Donnelly. “A hero is a person who stands up for people and helps them. Knowing that you have someone protect­ ing you is the best knowl­ edge anyone can ever have.” “ Your parents are heroes. They gave you life, and gave you a place to stay and something to eat. But the best thing of all, they gave you love.” — Dylan, Co­ chran Publisher’s Choice Included in the 10 Cale­ donia Elementary stu­ dents recently published are (back row,from left) Doug Snyder. Michelle Walker. Ashley Rahm. Ja­ cob Crater, (middle row) Collin Donnelly Dylan Cochran, Darin Taylor, (front row) Brittany Pickard and Maggie Pat­ terson. Not pictured are Amber Duryea and Lind­ say Follett. Award Are these the next genera­ tion of writers, peace makers or missionaries? Only time will tell. For now, they are Caledonia kids and pub­ lished authors. For those interested, the book can be purchased at a local bookstore. The ISBN number for ordering is 0914839-65-9. Gollehon Press can be reached at 949-8674 for a teacher’s mailing list for fu­ ture classroom projects. Peace on eaath FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Dylan Cochran won the Publishers Choice Award from Gollehon Press for his essay on parents as. heroes. Support White Cane Week Top 10 named at TK Principal Ellen Zack has named Thornapple Kel­ logg's top ten students in the class of 2002. Pictured are Dave Stuart kneeling in front, from left standing are Amy Herring. Kristen Weaver, Jennifer Punt, Jes­ sica Wilson. Miranda Covey, Julie Schumaker and Pete Mathias On the rock are Amanda Kowalczyk and Heidi Porter. Zack treated the group to breakfast on April 23 in honor of their accomplishments. To the editor: Governor John Engler has proclaimed April 26 through May 4 as Lions White Cane Week. It is estimated that over 18,000 individuals in Mich­ igan are visually impaired and many are dependent on a White Cane or Leader Dog to maintain their indepen­ dence. During Lions White Cane Week, the Middleville Lions Club members will be taking their places in front of local businesses looking for dona­ tions and passing out White Cane pins. I would like to encourage everyone to be generous to our Lions Club members and be sure to patronize the businesses we are standing in front of. The managers and owners of these businesses are good Family Dentistry of Caledonia neighbors and good people to do business with, which can be shown in their gen­ erosity by letting the Lions use their properties for our fund-raiser. If you would like more information on Lions Clubs please visit our web sites of www.lionsofmi.com or www.lionsclubs.org. In add­ ition, each member of the Middleville Lions will have brochures about our local club. Just ask for one when you see us during White Cane Week. Wayne Bishop, Middleville Lions Middleville i i i FOR SALE BY OWNER OPEN HOUSE May 4,h & 5“ • 2-4pm Middleville - 605 Bernard Custom built, 2352 sq . ft , 3 bed­ rooms w/wood floors, 2 baths __ central air, fireplace in family f___ room, inground, heated p<x>l in the village of Middleville. 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She wel­ comes inquiries from any­ one interested in owning one of the 18 models of homes available. Axdorff can show models by Hart Housing and Four Seasons, which include resi- DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today — We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 a.m.-Noon Appointments available in Caledonia Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-at-law 1-888-945-3512 Cherry ^Valley GREENHOUSE dential quality kitchens, windows and siding. Units come with three or four bed­ rooms and two full baths. Virginia Sigala who man­ ages the property with her husband. Frank, enjoys the area immensely. All the homeowners have been friendly. “I have been here since May 1. 1996. when we started with just 13 families. There are now 232.” Country Meadows is owned by Kentland Corpo­ rations Properly, which also owns Cider Mill Village in Middleville. Information on available designs and lots in Middleville also will be available during the open house. The grand opening of the new expansion at Country Meadows will be during the Michigan's most inspiring retail gardening experience 616-795-8811 May 4th - M ® 1O.>. Anniversary Celebration3 Enjoy Our New Pond. The Children’s Play Area And A Whole Great New Look We’ve Created. With over 600 Varieties of Perennials. Lots of Annuals. Herbs. Shrubs. Roses, 3^ And a New Line of Water Gardening Plants There's something for everyone! • * 1 During our Open House We’ll Feature ... In House Specials, Refreshments, Giveaways Register to win $100.00 Shopping Spree Music Entertainment provided by a Classical Music Trio from 1-3 p.m. <6' • Plus Free Classes for AU You Gardeners The Garden House tilled with unique and wonderful items tor your garden and home. Planting a Kitchen Garden * nh Herbs 11 ;30 am Introduction to Water Gardening I 30 p m that some pond lots are still available. For information about the new Country Meadows sec­ tion may call 891-2225 or stop by 7540 Bronco at the open house. 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Be sure to visit our new gift shop Cider Mill Village in Middleville offers country living close to town �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/April 30. 2002/Page 11 Amy Herring is March Rotary Student of the Month ically. Amy has received high honors in course work, including three-advanced placement classes. The National Honor Society. TK Sen ice Team, honors choir. Amy Herring Berrys to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary On May 5. 2002, Don and Sharon Berry will cele­ brate 40 years of marriage, a quiet celebration is planned with the family. Caledonia churches join National Day of Prayer event Peace Church, located about halfway between Caledonia and Middleville on M-37 will be host for a national day of prayer serv­ ice at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2. Lakeside Community Church and Caledonia Christian Reformed Church also will participate in the service, under the leadership of Peace’s Red Faber. Child care will be pro­ vided during the event which will be followed by coffee fellowship time. “As our nation was shaken with the events of last September, we recog­ nize the need to seek God and his protection for our community,” said June Cole. Peace Church National Day of Prayer Coordinator. This local event is based on a history of national days of prayer being called as early as 1775 and the First Continental Congress. Dur­ ing the Civil War. Abraham Lincoln called for a day of prayer in 1863. It officially became an annual event in 1952. Angela Jefferson, social studies instructor at Thornapple Kellogg High School, nominated senior Amy Herring, daughter of Dr. and Chris Herring and Cindy Herring of Caledonia as Rotary Student of the Month for March. Described as “polite and responsible.” Amy was nominated for her many accomplishments. 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The TK JV then beat Coopersville 18-6 on April 22. boosting its record to 5-6 overall and 2-1 in the O-K Blue. Warner got the win again for the JV (3 II. 5 K). Kirby Bremer had a double and five RBIs, and Kirsten VanDcrMccr had three RBIs. adjustment. “I had an athletic neigh­ bor who got me to give (run­ ning) a try,” Elve said. “1 tried a loop around Reeds Lake (in East Grand Rap­ ids). and my wife had to come and pick me up about half-way through." But from that humble be­ ginning. Elve fell in love with the sport, and he built up to running in 20 to 25 races a year, from 5Ks to marathons. Then, in 1997. he faced a change that threatened more than just his running. Elve had run his second Boston Marathon in April of that year, and ran in the popular Old Kent race in Grand Rapids in May. As far as he was concerned, both races went well enough. A couple of weeks later, however, he began experi­ encing an unusual shortness of breath when running up­ hill. He wrote it off to aging until June 21. when it be­ came painfully obvious something was really wrong. That day was one of the hottest of the summer, but Elve still put in an eightmilc run. When he came home, he felt worse than he should have, and by the time he finished a shower, he was in excruciating pain. A trip to the hospital led to a stay in intensive care. Doctors found a low HDL count in Elve’s blood had al­ lowed plaque to form in his arteries, resulting in a 95 percent blockage of one and a 75 percent blockage of an­ other. Surgeons inserted stmts to help open the arter­ ies. stints he still wears to­ day. As he recovered, he began to look ahead to a return to running, but his doctor was skeptical and advised against ever running more than three miles at a time. Elve wasn’t ready to accept that limitation, so a year af­ ter his heart attack, and with the encouragement of his doctor, he sought a second opinion. He decided to visit the Cooper Clinic in Texas, a renowned cardiac center founded and run by Dr. Kenneth Cooper, a physi­ cian and author who coined the term “aerobics" and a marathon runner himself. Elve was familiar with Coo­ per through his books, and the Clinic seemed like the best fit for his particular cir­ cumstances. Elve’s attending cardiolo­ gist at the Clinic was also a runner, and after a battery of tests and discussions, the doctor gave Elve the green light to continue training at his own discretion. "He told me. ‘Don’t try to set any records, but live your life,’” Elve said. "The Clinic made me much more at case about training.’’ He even got to meet Dr. Cooper himself, and felt honored to spend some time in conversation with the fa­ mous physician. Elve’s activity since the heart attack is not without modification. One artery is still 50 percent blocked, and he always carries nitroglyc­ erin in case of another at- The sweet sounds of the Tom Zalaoras Big Band provided lots of inspiration for dancing at the Friends of the Caledonia library fundraiser on April 20 means much more than times and rankings. Events like the Summerfest Run in Hastings and the Ludington Half-Marathon have become fixtures in Elve’s annual schedule, and the West Michigan running commu­ nity is as supportive as it is busy. He’s grateful to par­ ticipate alongside so many impressive and inspiring athletes. "Just to be a part of (the local running scene) is satis­ fying." he said. “I never cease to be amazed by how fast some of these men and women can run." Elve is still qualified for Boston in 2003. His next marathon will be the 15th of his running career, and wherever he runs it. he may have a partner this time. Daughter Elizabeth Sorsen. a 23-ycar-old Caledonia grad who is now a specialeducation teacher in Grand Rapids, wants to run a mara­ thon with her dad. "1 told her I’d run it with her. and at her own pace," Elve said. Whatcvci the pace, and wherever the race. Five and his family have already won Photos needed of Class of ‘02 graduating seniors Each year the Sun and News prints a celebratory advertisement honoring the Village Players scholarship to be presented Swinging for the Library tack. He also takes medica­ tions called beta-blockers, which slow his heart rate and affect his running. Yet by 2000. Elve had his sights set on qualifying for his third Boston Marathon. Incredibly, his effort at the Detroit Marathon in October of that year fell less than one minute short of the three hour and thirty minute cut­ off for his age group. Ehe was obviously disap­ pointed but remained deter­ mined. He started over and stepped up his training for another year, leading to a 3:28 effort last October that qualified him for this year’s Boston run. He was 29 min­ utes slower on April 8 in Boston, finishing in 3:57, but he took the good with the bad. "It was a tremendous ex­ perience. but the last four or five miles were really tough." he said. "When you finish Heartbreak Hill and get the chance to look down on the city, you’re supposed to get a new burst of energy, but mine was already spent." Any runner likes to clock a good time, but for most, including Elve, the sport The Village Players of Middleville will be present­ ing a scholarship to a Thor­ napple Kellogg graduating senior hoping to go into an arts profession. This includes music, art, performing arts and theater. The $500 scholarship will be presented at the senior awards assembly. Scholar­ ship applications are in the high school counseling of­ fice. Completed applications must be turned in by the first week in May. members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School senior class on their graduation. Each year some students do not turn in their photographs in time to be included in the advertisement. The deadline for turning pictures into the high school office is Friday, May 10. Students usually turn in sen­ ior photos but any “head shot” will work as long as it is in focus, and the student is looking straight at the cam­ era. Photographs should be identified clearly on the back. For more information, call the high school office at 795-3394 or Patricia Johns at the Sun and News at 9459554. . Christopher J. 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TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS r 35mm Film Processing C|ne hour service One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT The curbs are in place on parts of Grand Rapids Street NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic Prints Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... Part of the road is still closed to traffic. Grand Rapids Street is passable from Washington Street north to Crane Road. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council last Tuesday night turned down a request from a developer to erect a sign on village property. Jerrel DeKok said he hoped to be able to erect a sign advertising the Mill Pond condominium complex on the property owned by the village between Village Hall and Champs. “Because of construction of Stagecoach Park, infor­ mation will not be available from the street." DeKok said. “1 need to draw atten­ tion to the development to sell units in the first build­ ing" After discussion, the con­ sensus was not to allow the sign to be erected on village property because “if you do it for one. you have to do it for all.” It was suggested that DeKok should discuss sign placement on his build­ ing at the corner of Main and High streets with plan­ ner Geoff Moffatt. Marc Borgman an­ nounced that the detour has been shifted to High Street to Washington Street, north on Grand Rapids Street. The drive at Bradford White is now closed to traffic. Borgman expects the en­ tire project to be finished May 24, only about two days later than anticipated. Council approved the bid from Oetman Excavating for the two phases of work on Stagecoach Park and the parking lot street construc­ tion. The bid price is $265,072. The council also decided by consensus to let the tow nship know that it is not Private Roads. Parking Lots. Residential Driveways SouthA Kent Msphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 feasible now to expand serv­ ices into the township. The council also approved making final payments on the Town Square project. The price is reduced because some 12-inch water main will not be installed until someone purchases the property. Since the water main was going into the road bed, the new developer may want the road located in another place, it was decided it would be better to wait. In other business last week, the council learned that speed bumps will be added to the Tires 2000 property to see if this will keep traffic flowing more safely on Arlington Court. Village Attorney Jeff Youngsma amended ordi­ nances. making the clerk and treasurer appointed and not elected. A search of records could not find the paperwork ac­ companying the decision in 1998 to go to along with this decision. The ordinance will not affect the current clerk and treasurer. 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Ml/Apnl 30. 2002 County commission brings night meeting to area project, she said, the county bv Elaine Gilbert learned “we don’t need to A ssistant Editor About 17 people attended have as much (retention the Barry County Board of ponds) as we thought and Commissioners second eve­ we don’t need to have the ning meeting of the year, drive off the stale highway. held at Thornapple Town­ So why would you not plan ship Hall in Middleville, and a parking lot that would ac­ heard about future options at commodate (future expan­ sion at the site)? ...We have a proposed building site. Public comment by Carol no plans on relocating any­ Dwyer of Hastings and a thing (else) now.” Commissioner Tom Wilk­ question by Commissioner Tom Wilkinson sparked dis­ inson. during the meeting, cussion of the proposed op­ questioned whether the County Board’s Property tions. The County Board’s Fa­ Committee meeting minutes cilities and Property Com­ would disclose discussion of mittee has discussed ideas to a future third building or fu­ provide nxim for an optional ture addition. Commissioner Ken Neil third building or a building addition on property where said, “it was just general dis­ it plans to relocate the cussion, good discussion,” County Commission on Ag­ which would be difficult to ing and Barry-Eaton District convey in minutes. “It was a public meeting," Health Department. Plans arc underway for Wilkinson responded. He the County Board to finalize said discussion between the purchase of 6.75 acres committee members and the for $519,500 at 1330 N. architect included whether Broadway (M-43) on the the drains could accommo­ southwest corner of Wood­ date another 10.000 square lawn in Hastings. The land foot building, and if not, the includes the former Peace lot would have to be torn up ('(immunity Church, which again. There was no motion the county wants to renovate tor a new COA site and use made about the optional another part of the land for building, he said. County Board Chairman the Health Department. lor the first time at a Jeff Mackenzie said he regular County Board meet­ couldn't see any reason why ing. it was noted that future mention of the optional “long range" plans also call building couldn't be in the for the option of building minutes, but it’s not required another structure on the if the matter is not voted property, perhaps up to upon as an official position 10,000-square feet, or to add of the committee. “We want to make the a 10,000-square foot addi­ tion onto the proposed best use of the land for the Health Department if ever future," James said. “...Prop­ erty is a premium.” needed. Commissioner Jim French “There is no plan to add an addition; it’s just long noted that the county is range planning. It’s pure and growing "so there is a possi­ simple," said County Board bility of expansion. That Vice Chairwoman Sandy doesn’t necessarily mean we James after the meeting. She arc going to expand up there also chairs the Facilities and (at Woodlawn and M-43). Carol Dwyer called for Property Committee. When the county changed public discussion about the architects for the proposed issue if the county’s archi­ tects or other professionals have been asked to plan more ways to relocate county departments from the downtown area because that would be a major shift in public policy without public input. During the public com­ ment portions of the meet­ ing. she and her husband. Robert Dwyer, spoke in op­ position to the proposed plans to move the COA and public health building from downtown Hastings to the north side of city. She said she got “a real jolt” when she heard the county might move three more departments, besides the COA and Health Depart­ ment from downtown to the Woodlawn/M-43. “...It has been the stated policy of county government for a long time to concen­ tfate itself in downtown Hastings. That’s been a huge confidence boost to the city of Hastings, to the busi­ nesses of downtown Hast­ ings and to our sense of whether we as a community can survive...." she said. She thought the county endorsed that policy when they bought the old City Hall and later purchased five homes in that same block. “That ail made beautiful sense to me and it all seemed a solid endorsement of the county's intention to stay downtown." said Carol Dwyer, who has a law firm in downtown Hastings. At the end of the meeting, her husband, Robert Dwyer, said “many people who live in Hastings and the City Council, who have advised you they don’t like the pro­ ject very much, feel like this board has forgotten its obli­ gation... "It seems to me that it’s pretty clear that downtown Hastings is going to take a beating from this county. It's going to take a beating CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6. 2002. at 7.00 pm.. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan concerning the appli­ cation of Calvin and Daryl K coker to rezone the following described lands from R-1 Low Density Single Family to PUD—Planned Unit Development The lands are commonly described as approximately 7190 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No. 41-23-10-265-001). 7180 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No 41-23-10-276-003), and 7192 Alaska Avenue (Parcel No 41-23-10-276-004) and are legatty described as follows That pari of the NE 1/4 of Section 10. T5N R10W Caledonia Township Kent County Michigan, described as Beginning at the E 1/4 comer of said Section; thence S 88'55^/ 2689 10 feet along the South hne of said NE 1/4 to the center of said Section; thence N 00*57^4* W 745 54 feet along toe West tene of said NE 1/4; thence N 88c55- E 766 45 feet, thence N 01*02' E 182 0 feet thence N 88 55 E 573.24 feet to toe West tone of toe SE i 4 of said NE i 4 thence N 00^52^5* W 391 71 feet along said West bne. thence N 88 50*25* E 471 78 feet along toe North hne of the SE V4 of said NE 1 4 to the Southerly hne of Pne Edge Estates thence S 70'47 E 433.80 feet along said Southerly- hne thence N 89*13 E 467.22 feet along sad Soutoerty tone; thence S 00 47 E 1166 82 feet along toe East tone of sard NE 1 4 to toe place of begmng. Subject to highway R O W for Alaska Avenue over toe Westerly 33 feet thereof A copy ot the proposed rezonng is on He and may be examined at the olhees of toe Caiedoma Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Mcfwgan dunng Townstip oftce hours Al interested persons may attend toe pubtec hearing and comment upon toe proposed rezonng ordinance Written comments may be submitted to toe Townshp office at toe above stated address up to the tome of the p-jbfec hearing Dated Apnl 11. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA by diffusing county govern­ ment out to another part of the same city. We had a dream at one point that that property (the former church site on Woodlawn and M43) would end up back on the city tax rolls, but it's never going to be back on the tax rolls..." He also pointed out that five house purchased by the county on the former City Hall block have been taken off the tax rolls, too, because they are government property now . He asked w hat plans were being made for the current COA and health buildings after the agencies are moved to the proposed site. The Board did not respond. “It just seems to me that there is no real forward thinking on what we're do­ ing as a real plan." Robert Dwyer said. When government moves out of the core of the city, it adds to the urban sprawl problem rather than solving it, he said. “I have been told within the last week that the COA Board has not as yet author­ ized moving out there or spending any money. Is that correct? Is it true?” Dwyer asked. The County Board did not respond to his question. Contacted Wednesday morning COA Executive Di­ rector Tammy Pennington said moving to the new site has been a "consensus deci­ sion” by the COA Board. "We initiated the project,” she said. Last spring, she said prop­ erty owner Don Drummond wrote Commissioner Sandy James a letter inquiring if the COA would be inter­ ested in his Woodlawn/M43 site. James, who also serves on the COA Board, brought the subject up at a COA meeting and members decided to tour the property and vacant church, Penning­ ton said, “...the COA Board approached the county first about pursuing the prop­ erty.” At the County Board’s meeting this week, public comment, held at both the beginning and end of the session, ranged from a ques­ tion about where to properly dispose used batteries to a complaint about the South­ west Barry Sewer & Water system, a request for more detailed county minutes and even an announcement of former State Rep. Terry Geiger’s candidacy to the Michigan Senate. Barbara Cichy of Delton said it’s almost time for the County Board to confirm or deny a settlement it reached regarding Southwest Barry Sewer & Water system. She asked commissioners to re­ address the situation "very carefully.” She said there are other questionable issues that have not been addressed since the proposed settlement. She said it will be the users of the system who will be pay­ ing larger increases in fees if problems aren’t corrected. Among the complaints, she said. ".. We have a po­ tassium problem, we haw a loss of property values due to the kind of system that was constructed. "Actually, this settlement has done no service to the residents - none at all. Wes Knollenberg. of Dclton. told the County Board the county minutes arc too sparse to follow what is go­ ing on and asked if a little more detail could be in­ cluded. Cichy also spoke of the importance of having de­ tailed minutes and asked why not record them "for no other reason than historic value as to why commis­ sioners made decisions...” Jim Alden of Delton asked about having the County Administrator inves­ tigate a plan regarding pro­ cedures for calling for a county referendum m Barry. He said the state constitution spells out information for a charter county. but is silent for regular counties. He also told •James the east entrance to the old courthouse building is in bad shape and "an accident waiting to happen." Carol Dwyer and several others at the meeting also thanked the County Board for having occasional eve­ ning meetings. The county’s next eve­ ning meeting is May 28 in Johnstown Township. The next regular meeting is 9:30 a.m. May 14 in the County Courthouse in Hastings. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charier Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held Beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. May 1. 2002. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting By contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes ol the Apnl 17th. 2002 B. Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills 6 INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Recommendations ol Changes From Finance Committee for JEP 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Fire. Commission Rocom mendation B Logo Contest C. Home Town Hero Award 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT Synopsis of minutes MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL APRIL 09, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7:03 p m by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present. Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle Mr Lon Myers Mr. Charles Pullen and Mts Marilyn VandenBerg The min­ utes of the March 26. 2002 were approved as written The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten Mr Borgman. Wade Tnm, updated Council on the Grand Rapids Street project ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution *02- 004 to add Cascade Township to toe Grand Valley Metro Council on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs Van­ denBerg Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2 Approved the invoices dated April 05, 2002 in the amount ot $24244 60 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Adjourned the meeting at 7:24 pm on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The complete text ot the minutes may be read at toe Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5 00 p m Monday through Friday Call945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 for Sunn News ACTION-Ms! �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/April 30. 2002/Page 15 Open space ordinance drafted by Caledonia Plan Commission by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission wres­ tled with further refinement of the Open Space Preserva­ tion District ordinance at a work session April 22. Consultant Kenneth Dettloff advised using separate terms in the ordinance than arc used in the master plan in order to avoid confusion about the different docu­ ments. The plan refers to the intention for future zoning districts and the rationale behind the future concept, while the zoning ordinance is the law governing stan­ dards in current zoning dis­ tricts. Changes are being made to the ordinance so it will support the existing zoning terms as well as be harmonious with the plan for the future. Open space preservation zoning (OSP) is an option in the agricultural and rural residential districts. In the zoning ordinance, a part of implementing the master plan is to create an overlay in areas where large acreage's still exist, where developers may wish to build settlements which use clustered housing and create open space into perpetuity on the parcel. These open spaces would help preserve rural character, protect envi­ ronmentally sensitive fea­ tures, provide recreation for the residents, save costs on infrastructure due to cluster­ ing and ultimately counter urban sprawl. Up to 50 percent could be kept as open space, although a portion of this could in­ clude space in back yards, which would not be consid­ ered common space. A per­ centage of contiguous open space would be required, and developed recreational areas would be limited to a percentage of the total. The draft ordinance, which must go through a public hearing process and be approved by the Town­ ship Board, largely contains suggestions made by Jim Brown, the township attor­ ney, Dettloff said. The com­ missioners evaluated these suggestions and kept nearly all of them. The language used will return to Brown to assure content is legally cor­ rect. The minimum size of an OSP district would be no less than 10 acres. A small bonus would not be a rea­ sonable option in a smaller parcel size. In an area where two acre lots were the minimum, the OSP option would allow the same number of lots, plus a Zoning enforcement position vacant again by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer On the heels of inviting residents to call her for in­ formation, Betsy Macicak. Caledonia's ordinance en­ forcement officer resigned her post. Planner Dave Zylstra announced April 22 to the Planning Commission. She began her duties on Feb. 11. Zylstra said the reasons given for her resignation were that the zoning ordi­ nance language was too re­ strictive or too ambiguous. Zylstra is asking permis­ sion to run an advertisement to hire another person to fill the position. The job appar­ ently is not an easy one. and it lakes time to become fa- miliar with the local zoning ordinance. The position, when authorized for either part or full time has been va­ cant a good share of the time for several years. The Town­ ship Board will make the de­ cision about hiring someone. Duties have included en­ forcement of a variety of in­ fractions, such as failure to remove trash, loose or noisy animals, for non-compliance with ordinances, such as having unlicensed vehicles for too long, unauthorized signs, misuse of private property for commercial purposes, delinquent renew­ als of permits for operations such as sand mining and other issues. bonus number, on lots which would be much smaller than two acres. In some cases lots proposed could be a three quarters of an acre, after bo­ nuses are granted and road area is removed, although the health department may not approve lots that small without public utilities. Commissioners have said they are very concerned about clustering homes on small lots where sewer is not available, unless some of the open space can be used for septic systems or use private community systems. Another concern is that efforts to put clusters of homes near existing homes planned for larger open ar­ eas will create conflicts. Neighbors would object if a development went up within a lesser setback from the outer boundary of the devel­ opment than required of sin­ gle homeowners. Some of the commission­ ers are openly opposed to the concept of saving open space by clustering. Don Koopmans said, Tve never liked the concept. This is something we have to do by state law. I'd rather see that many nice homes on two-acre lots rather than seeing these things crunched all together." Commissioners agreed within the clustered area, a side setback of 10 feet was increased to 15 to keep homes 30 feet apart and at least 50 feet of perimeter distance around the develop­ ment. Buffering, grading or requirements for landscap­ ing standards could be re­ quired in some cases. Most OSP developments will be site condominiums although planned unit devel­ opments (PUDs) and plats are other options. Bonus lots may be granted up to 10 percent. Some though it was not enough, but others thought it was sufficient. Consistency for all applicants was thought to be required in order to be fair. Existing farms next to a development are protected by state farm protection laws, but some considera­ tions need to be observed to discourage conflicts be­ tween development and ag­ ricultural land. Farming is a use allowed in the open space of a clustered devel­ opment. Farm accessory buildings and wetlands are required to observe a 100-foot setback by state and federal laws, to protect farm operations and wetlands. Mike Mercier thought neighbors on large parcels should be given the same consideration. Accessory structures for use by the residents in an open space development will have setbacks both from neighbors and from the resi­ dents. Roads within a develop­ ment could be 22 feet w ide, instead of 24. to preserve the rural character, but it was noted that parking must be limited to one side of the street to assure safe passage for emergency vehicles. In large developments, phases could be planned so one area would be com­ pleted before another one was started. Some develop­ ments can take 10 to 12 years to be built out. TTES, Hastings Fire Dept, stop fire from spreading Favorable wind direction wind changed direction while we were on the scene, and rapid response by Thornapple Township came out of the west and in Emergency Services and covered the house Hastings firefighters stopped smoke.” While TTES personnel a fire in a small garage from spreading into an adjacent quickly stretched hose lines house in Irving Township and cut the fire off from the Wednesday night, TTES house. Hastings firefighters went inside the house with a Chief Mark Marentette said. When firefighters arrived thermal imaging camera to at the scene on Horseshoe check the attic and walls for Trail at 9:36 p.m., the 600- extension. No fire was found square-foot garage was com­ inside the house. “Our people did a great pletely consumed by flames that threatened the house 15 job. and we are grateful for the ability of Hastings to get feet away. A woodpile next to the house was on fire and to the scene as soon as they two windows on the upper did and help us out.” Marentette said. floor of the house had In addition to the garage, cracked from the heat. A propane tank to the rear of the fire destroyed a 1988 the garage was also threat­ Chevrolet Corsica and lawn tractor parked inside along ened. and several tree limbs 30 to 40 feet above the struc­ with other assorted contents. The owner of the house, ture were burning. Loma Green, and her son, “Had the wind been from Mike Shanahan, who lives the west instead of the south, next door, both reported that or had we arrived just a few minutes later, the house also they heard a loud “boom," looked outside and saw the would have been on fire,” said Marentette. “In fact, the garage fully involved in flames. Shanahan said he had parked the lawn tractor in the garage approximately one hour prior to discovering the fire, and did not notice any unusual circumstances at that tune. Green did not have a working smoke detector in her home, with concerns fire personnel. "Had she and her son not heard the loud bom. her first indication that there was a fire would have been when flames and smoke spread into the house." Marentette said. "Had that occurred, she would have had no early warning without a working smoke detector.” The cause of the fire is undetermined and remains under investigation. Along with assistance from Hastings at the scene, TTES received coverage of its protection area during the fire from Wayland Area EMS. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6. 2002. at 7:00 p m , the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledon* Township and Village HaN, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the applr cation of Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners to rezone the following described lands from the M 37 Business Park East PUD and A - Agriculture District to PUD - Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the final development plan of the Den Hartigh/Steketee Partners PUD The lands are commonly described as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue and are legally described as follows: Part of the SW 1/4 and NW 1/4, Section 8, T5N. R10W, Caledon* Township. Kent County, Michigan, described as: BEGINNING at the S 1/4 comer of said Section 8. thence S 88' 51'19'W 45.25 feet along the South hne of said SW 1/4, thence N 00*10*51 * W 350 00 feet parallel with the East line of said SW 1/4; thence S 88’51'19' W 635.95 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N 26’50*39- W 143.73 feet along said East hne. thence N 87*48'18' E 10 30 feet, thence N 02’4218* E 646 00 feet, thence 588'10* 18* W 365 96 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence Northwesterly 1502 02 feet along said East hne on a 43 155.48 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears N 28’3520* W 1501 85 feer thence S 59'16 08* W 2 51 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE tS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 6 2002. at 7 00 pm the Planrung Commission of the Charter Township of Caledon* will hold a pubbe hearing at the Caledon* Township and Vrftage Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledon* Michigan concerting toe appbea bon of Thomas Purdy Io consider an amendment to the Caledon* Rem A» Planned Unrt Development (PUD) Io permit a burtdmg addition The lands are commonly desotoed as 9800 feet atoeg a jog in the R O W width of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37), thence N 29*33*50* W 1240 41 feet along the East hne of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37), thence N 60*26*05' E 258 48 feet along the Northwesterly hne of Lot 8. Broadmoor Acres as recorded tn Uber 53 of Plats, Page 14, thence N 88’46*05’ E 791 81 feet thence N 00*14'18' W 100 02 feet; thence N 88'47*06' E 902 18 feet, thence S 00*11*14' E 100 02 feet; thence N 88’47*06'E 474 97 feet, thence S 0011T4' E 1031.04 feet along the East hne of said NW ’/4 of Secbon 8 to the center 1/4 comer of Secbon 8; thence S 88'5829* W 100.00 feet along the North tone of Cherrywood Estates (Kent County Subdivision Plan No 455} thence S 0010’51' E 1318 97 feet along the West line of Cherrywood Estates; thence N 88’54 54' E 100 00 feet along the South hne of Cherrywood Estates; thence S 00’ 10*51' E 1318 87 feet along the East line of said SW 1/4 of Secbon 8 Io the place of begin­ Cherry Valley Avenue and legally described as tottows S 132 FT OF N 1320 FT OF W 660 FT OF SW 1 4 * SEC 18 T5N R10W A copy ol the proposed major PUD amendment ts on Me and may be examined at the offices of the Caledon* Township Clerk 250 Maple Street Caledon* Mchga- dunng Townshc off.ee hours AB interested persons may attend the pubbe hearing and comment upon the proposed amendment Written comments may be submitted io the Townstvp office at the above-staled ning Contains 114.37 acres address up to the time of the pubbe hearing up to the bme of the pubbe hearing A copy ol the proposed rezomng ts on fife and may be examtned at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk 250 South Maple Street Caledon* Michigan during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the pubbe hearing and comment upon the proposed rezomng ordi­ nance Written comments may be submitted io the Township office, at the above-stated address, Dated Aprt 9, 2002 Dated Apnt 3 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/Apnl 30. 2002 Spring week, high school talent show full of fun, music and shenanigans Leandra Postema s accapella folk song came in third Teacner Angie Jefferson was serenaded by the varsity football team who say they’ve “Lost that loving feeling." Even the powder puff football team got into the act while waiting for an act to set up. They sang their own version of “Stand by Me. CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Beethoven would have been amazed to hear the “Ode to Joy" played by Jessica Julius on her sedateaphone. The week closed with the annual talent show. Here first place winner Zach Tolan wins his fiddle battle with the devil. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING TO THE CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION BARBARA GAU. BUND BOR LANGUAGE ARTS The Barbara Call Fund for Language Arts has been established within the C aledonia Education Foundation. The objective of this fund is to promote exceptional secondary language arts learning by enhancing or initiating instructional efforts. Barbara Gall’s involvement in education, specifically language arts, is the primary focus of this memorial fund. Donations are now being accepted to endow this fund, and grants are now available. UNITED WAY The C aledonia Education Foundation has been recognized by United Way as a designated recipient. Now your United Way contribution can come back to your community when the Caledonia Education Foundation is specified as your designated choice for United Way contributions. Contact your United Way representative, or the CEF. to ensure that your pledge form specifies the Caledonia Education Foundation. PAYROLL DEDUCTION ( aledonia Community Schools employees may contribute to the Caledonia Education Foundation through payroll deduction. Amounts are automatically deducted from each pay check, per the employ ee’s instructions. Contact the Caledonia Community Schools' pax roll office if you are interested in donating through payroll deduction. If you are not employed by Caledonia Community Schools, check with your company ’s payroll office to see if an automatic deduction plan is available for you. “Imagine" performed by Becky Harvey and Christina Wiersma came in second STEELCASE FOUNDATION MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM FOR EDUCATION The Steelcase Foundation has a matching gift program for education. As a Slcdcasc employee, if you choose to contribute any amount from $20 to $5,000 per calendar year to the Caledonia Education Foundation, the Steelcase Foundation will match your donation dollar-for-dollar. To receive the matching gift form, contact Phyllis Gebben. Coordinator of Steelcase Donations at 616248-'I860. CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION Creating Opportunities. Empowering our Community. Funding our Future. P.O. Box 353 Caledonia. MI 49316-0353 (616) 752-8516 Tractors were an added attraction on Cowboy/Western Day during Spirit week at the Thomapple Kellogg High School. The poster on the tractor in the center reads, “In loving memory of our fnend Travis Wenger" �The Sun and News MiddteWle Ml/April 30. 2002/Page 17 Play group is Friday, ‘Down on the Farm’ will be theme POLICE BEAT Freeport woman charged with abusing daughter A 14-year-old Freeport girl who had been beaten by her mother fled to Richie’s Koffec Shop April 16 where her mother caught up with the girl, slapped her again, and dragged her out by the hair, according to the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. Shelly Allcrding, 32. was arrested on one count of fourth degree child abuse and one count of being a disorderly, intoxicated per­ son. She was arraigned on the two misdemeanor charges April 17 and posted a $500 bond. Allcrding allegedly told police she slapped her daughter because she raised Missing tool trailer sought by police A tool trailer containing several thousand dollars worth of construction tools turned up missing from a construction site on Norris Road in Yankee Springs Township between Satur­ day. April 20, and Monday, April 22, according to the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. Trooper Phil Vannettc said the trailer contained a 6500-watt Honda generator, a saw zall, a heavy duty, commercial paint sprayer and a large number of other tools. The 12-foot trailer be­ longs to a Rockford builder and it is described as all white with no lettering. Anyone with information is asked to call the Michigan State Police at 948-8283 or Silent Observer at 1-800310-9031. Student takes knife to schools and flees A student caught with a pocket knife at Thornapplc Kellogg High School April 19 fled the school and was later found at a car wash in downtown Middleville, ac­ cording to the Michigan State Police. “Administrators said they had caught the student with the knife and gave him a five-day suspension,” said Anne Krebill is bringing successful play groups that are part of the Bright Begin­ her hand to her, while the nings Parents as Teachers child said she was only try­ program to Caledonia. ing to defend herself. This program offers play­ The woman also allegedly groups for children from 1 admitted to dragging her to 5 years old. daughter by the hair. The next one in Caledonia "The daughter’s lip was will be at 10 a.m. Friday, sore and there was no hair May 3, at Emmons Lake ripped out.” said police. Elementary-. “The mother used profane The theme of this month's language to police describ­ group is “Down on the ing what happened, saying Farm.” The group includes (the daughter) had been circle time, a plant making back-talking and using vul­ table, free play and a fun gar language” snack. Families must regis­ troopers. “He became upset and stormed out." Concerned for the special education student’s personal safety, police were called to help locate the boy. who has suffered previous emotional problems. The boy was taken to Barry County Mental Health and no charges were filed. Release Recess Attitude Andy Thibodeau came to Thornapple Kellogg middle and high schools with a message to stu­ dents He encouraged them to try out for teams, plays and even run for student council. He asked them to remember what it was like to be in third grade and to be unafraid of adventures, even if some times they might fail. He exhorted them to “release their third grade energy iJmw. 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MtddleviHe Ml/Aphl 30. 2002 Girl airlifted from two-vehicle crash released from hospital Chantel Reunnk is taken to AeroMed helicopter at the scene of the crash Friday in which she was riding in a car struck by another vehicle in Middleville. She was released Saturday, (photo by Shelly Sulser) Middleville deputies Erik Gustafson and Kevin Erb, center, investigate a two-car crash at West Mam and Bender roads near Thornapple Kellogg High School Fri­ day involving four Thornapple Kellogg High School students (photo by Shelly Sulser) hy Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A 15-ycar-old Caledonia girl has been released from a Grand Rapids hospital where she was airlifted Fri­ day from the scene of a two car crash which involved three other teenagers near Thornapple Kellogg High School. ( hantel L. Rcurink was a passenger in an castbound 1984 Pontiac Ficro driven by her brother, 18-ycar-old Zachary R. Rcurink at about 2:39 p.m. on West Main when he allegedly turned into the path of a westbound car driven by Amanda E. VanDyke. 16, of Mid­ dleville. “The westbound vehicle was unable to avoid colli­ sion," deputies said in a Monday press release. Chantel Rcurink was trapped in the vehicle before being extricated by the Thornapple Township Emergency Services and transported via AeroMed helicopter to Spectrum Hos­ pital’s Blodgett campus. VanDyke, who was driv­ ing a 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, suffered minor injuries and was taken to Blodgett where she was treated and released later on Friday, while her passenger. Emily M. Stow­ ell. 16. of Middleville, was reportedly not injured. “All persons were wear­ ing seatbelts and alcohol was not a factor," said po­ lice. Driver and passenger side airbags in VanDyke’s vehi­ cle deployed upon impact. The collision was the lat­ est in a history of crashes at the intersection, according to neighbor Joan Hoffman who said she complained to Middleville police just 10 days before Friday’s crash. “They said they would • Mowing • Lawn Maintenance • Light Landscaping • Snow Plowing Jon & Todd 500 Arlington Rd Middleville. 49058 616.795.5052 or 6 I 6.838.5046 SETTIN THE PACE Complete Auto Repair [Wheel Alignment l& Rotate I For improved handkng and longer tre I wea- see our afigrmert prolessionats * I.mmI Present coupon tt Tres 2000 | Etp^rs May 14 2002 COOPER LIFELINER classic ii 1U> —■ HEE* WFW I ---------- A M r - -- • TOURING RADIAL • ALL SEASON TREAD • excellent mileage RJ™ R fi**K t 5 _ _ ___ 5W R A |I ' COMPLETE FRONT ■■w COOPER TRENDSETTER SE I AND REAR I • ALL-SEASON TREAD 45.000 MILE WARRANTY white black sidewall I k f Ma, 4 — AEE WTr “ZZZ ZZZZZZZZZ <4 Premium SgAilTUNE-UP _ SA A Tires IV!!complete hmi 6V l€S? 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He proudly served his Miss Middleville pageant entry deadline today country in the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Kelly is survived by his three daughters, Carrie (Walter) Colter of Wayland, April Dawn Kelly of Kentwood. Kristina (Ronald) Kindle of Milford, three sons, Donald (Norma) Kelly of Marion, Kevin (Tami) Kelly of Sparta, Eric (Sandy) Kelly of Wayland; 13 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; three sisters; one brother and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday. May I. 2002 at 11:00 A M al the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville, with Pastor Dan Nave officiating. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Grand Rapids Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. The family will receive relatives and friends Tuesday, April 30, 2002 from 7 to 9 P.M Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. The deadline for applying for the Miss Middleville Barry County scholarship pageant is today, Tuesday, April 30. Young women ages 17-24 who live, work or go to school in Barry County are eligible to apply. The competition includes interview, talent, athletic wear and evening gown sec­ tions. The pageant will be held June 29 in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School auditorium. Anyone interested in ob­ taining an application should call Leep at 795-5337 or via e-mail at KLeep(aik.kl2.mi.us. AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Poetry Month celebrated with books and ‘jam’ There are several displays of fun poetry books ready to be borrowed from the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library Area poets are in­ vited to join the annual poetry Jam tonight, Tuesday, April 30. Young poets will perform at the library from 6:30 to 8 p.m. High school and adult poets will per­ form at the Midtown Cafe starting at 8 p.m. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/Apnl 30. 2002/Page 19 Hawkeyes sweep Blue meets from Trojan track teams Habiilton handed O-K Blue losses to the Mid­ dleville Thornapple-Kellogg varsity track teams on April 25, beating the boys 74-63 and the girls 78-59. First-place finishers for the Trojan boys: Adam Chamberlin in the 100 dash (11.53); the 800 relay (1:37.70); the 400 relay (45.14); Jeremy Chavis in the shot put (43-9 1 /2); Scott Brooks in the high jump (6-0) and 200 (23.65); Josh Tobias in the pole vault (11-0); and Tim Brog in the 3200(10:42.50). Second place: Darrin Tape in the 100 (11.62); Mike Stortz in the 1600 (4:56.79); Brooks in the 400 (53.27); Jordon Hartley in the high jump (5-10); and Malt Erb in the pole vault (10-6). Third place: Steve John­ son in the 110 hurdles (n/a); Kyle Farris in the 100 dash (11.98); Brog in the 1600 (4:57.45); Steve Allen in the 400 (56.16); Blake Carter in the shot put (41-6); Hartley in the 300 hurdles (45.92); and Erb in the 400 (24.41). First-place finishers for the Trojan girls: The 3200 relay (Elisc Nyland, Chris­ tine Dood. Natalie Hoag. Melissa Qu i sen berry, 11:41.06), Theresa Miller in the 100 hurdles; Quiscnberry in the 16(XI (5:43.39) and 3200 (12:22.04); Toriey Stanton in the 300 hurdles (52.49); Jessica Stortz in the 800 (2:29.00); and the 1600 relay (Rachel Norton, Greta Gustafson, Angela Blood. Nyland, 4:32.29). Second place: Gustafson , in the pole vault (7-6) and 4(X) (1:08.58); Aubrey Ray­ mond in the 1(M) (13.52); and Dood in the 1600 (6:02.59) and 3200 (12:50 21). Third place: Brenda Bergakker in the shot put (26-9 3 /4); Sara Jansens in the 100 hurdles (18.68); Stanton in the high jump (4-2) and long jump (13-11); Hoag in the 400 (1:09.36); Miller in the 300 hurdles (56.29); Ny­ land in the 800 (2:31.67); and Raymond in the 200 (29.87).' Trojans sweep Belding The Middleville track teams both beat Belding on April 23, with the girls win­ ning 90-46 and the boys tak­ ing their meet 117-20. First-place finishers for the girls: The 3200 relay (Nyland. Dood, Melissa Quisenberry. Stortz. 10:42.90); Miller in the 100 hurdles (17.83); Gustafson in the pole vault (7-6); Quisenberrv in the 1600 and 3200 (5:41.06) (12:23.84); Leandra Postema in the discu (8510): Stanton in the 300 hur­ dles (51.81); Nyland in the 800 (2:30.53); Brenda Bergakker in the shot put (292); and the 1600 relay (Nor­ ton. Nyland. Gustafson. Miller. 4:35.05). Second place: Jansens in the 100 hurdles (18.99); Raymond in the 100 (13.67) and 200 (29.48); Postema in the pole vault (6-0): Dood in the 1600(5:53.85) and 3200 (12:35.30); Brenda Bergakker in the discus (80-10); Stortz in the 400 (1:03.53); Miller in the 300 hurdles (55.31); Hoag in the 800 (2:51.22); Stanton in the long jump (14-5); and Julie Bcrgakker in the shot put (24-8). Third place: Amanda Fisk in the discus (72-2); Nyland in the high jump (4-4); Gus­ tafson in the 300 hurdles (55.92); and Whitney Rob­ ertson in the 200 (30.12). First-place finishers for the boys: Johnson in the 110 hurdles (16.41); Rupp in the m ( 1 1” 2). I)<rick Rich­ ards in the pole vault (9-0); Chamberlin in the 100 (11.39) and long jump (20-2 1 /4); Brooks in the 400 (51.22) and 200 (23.86); Hartley in the 300 hurdles (44.28) and high jump (510); Pat Jansens in the 800 (2:05.61); Chavis in the shot put (43-4); and Brog in the 3200(10:40.11). The Trojans also swept the 3200 relay (Jansens, Harkness, Stu Aspinall. Brog. 8:57.90). the 800 relay (Ben Profitt. Erb. Justin VanSpronsen. V Uliupi VIIOVII) Chamberlin. • •••» 1-36 25) the 400 relay ,, r. C - r» r-t. (Profitt, Farris. Brog, Cham­ berlin. 46.53) and the 1600 relay (Profitt, Erb, Allen. Brooks, 3:46.05). Second place: Hartley in the 110 hurdles (17.33); Ryan Adams in the discus (116-8); Tobias in the pole w vault (8-6); Farris in the 100 GL75)?Brog in '^’"1600 (4:51.57); Carter in the shot put (42-8); Erb in the 200 (24.14); and VanSpronsen in the high jump (5-10) and long jump (18-7 1 /4). Third place: Carter in the discus (116-7); Josh Wolter and Lars Gustafson in the pole vault (tied al 8-0); Harkness in the 1600 IZ58.44)? Allen inthe*400 (53.93); Johnson in the 300 hurdles (45.54); Aspinall in the 800 (2:1537); Adams in the shot put (37-5); Brooks in the high jump (5-8); Matt Timmer in the long jump (17-7); and Cubis in the 3200(11:33.11). TK sweeps Byron Center The girls* track team won 80-56 and the boys won 7958 in a sweep at Byron Cen­ ter on April 18. First place finishers for the girls: The 3200 relay (11:19); Miller in the 100 hurdles (16.78); Melissa Quisenberrv in the 1600 (6:02.3) and the 3200 (12:32.5); Ravmond in the 300 hurdles (52.85); Nyland in the 800 (2:34.1); the 1600 relay (4:32.2); Stanton in the long jump (14-5 1 /2); and Stacy Vanderwerp in the high jump (4-8). Second place: Jansens in the 100 hurdles (18.26); Raymond in the 100 (13.28) and 200 (28.55); Dood in the 1600 (6:15.0) and 3200 (13:00.5); Stortz in the 400 (1:04.5) and 800 (2:38.2); Miller in the 300 hurdles (55.35); Stanton in the high jump (4-6); Gustafson in the pole vault (8-0); and Brenda Bcrgakker in the shot put (28-5). Third place: Nyland in the high jump (4-5) and Julie Bcrgakker in the shot put (28-2). First-place finishers for the boys: The 3200 relay (9:01), Brooks in the 100 (11.06), 400 (53.64) and high jump (6-2); Stortz in the 1600 (4:59.8); the 400 relay (47.1); Brog in the 3200 (10:48.1); Rupp in the discus (120-3 1 /2); and Chavis in the shot put (45- Third place: Hartley in the 110 hurdles (17.5) and higl](5-10); Kurt Bray in the ,hp 300 1nn hurdles h,,rdl'* (46.37); ,7V Jansens in the 800 (2:13.6); Farris in the 200 (24.66); Carter in the discus (109-6); Tobias in the pole vault (11°)« and Adams ,n the shot P01 _ Trojan boys ’ ' beat Godwin The boys’ track team toPPed Godwin 97-40 on Sand Limestone Frienf bjk We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 Harper Creek and Coopers­ ville w ith 54 each. The high jump team of VanSpronsen and Brooks set a new meet record at 12-4. and the 164X4 relay (S. Allen. Profitt. Erb. Brooks) set a meet record at 3:33.50. Other first-place finishers were the 800 relay (Profitt. Tape. Bray. Chamberlin. 1:34.20) and the sprint med­ ley (Tape. Chamberlin. Brooks. S. Allen. 2:33.70). SERVING OUR COUNTRY Sarah A. Decker Navy Seaman Sarah A. Decker, a 2001 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, Middleville, recent­ ly returned from a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean Sea and Arabian Gulf while assigned to the dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island, home ported in Little Creek. VA. Decker was one of more than 10.000 Atlantic Fleet Sailors and Mannes aboard the ships of the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Battle Group and USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group who participated in Operation Enduring Free­ dom. USS Whidbey Island sup­ ports amphibious operations using landing craft air cush­ ions, or “LCACS,” which are specially-designed Hov­ ercraft that travel above land and sea surfaces and deliver vehicles and equipment. The ship also has conventional landing craft and helicopters embarked, and is equipped with medical facilities staffed by Navy doctors, Second Iplace: Johnson in dentists, nurses and corps­ the 110 hurdles (16.4): Allen men. in ,u the* 4(M) ZCCAIV(55.41); Hartley in the 300 hurdles (45.78); Michael Stitz Aspinall in the 800 (2:12.4); Michael Stitz has joined Erb in the 200 (24.21); Ad­ the United States Army ams in the discus (114-0); Reserve under the delayed and Carter in the shot put training program. Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Gravel Allen (400). Third place: Carter (dis­ cus). Tobias (pole vault. 400). Hartley (110 hurdles). Aspinall (800) and Johnson (300 hurdles). Boys win Wolverine Relays The TK boy s w on the 16team Wolverine Relays at Godw in Heights on April 13 with 64 ptvints. 10 better than a three-way tie for sec­ ond between Hamilton. April 16. First place: Chamberlin (long jump. 100 dash). Brooks (high jump. 400. 200). Erb (pole vault). 3200 relay. 800 relay. Brog (1600. 3200). 400 relay. Jansens (800). Hartley (300 hurdles) and the 1600 relay. Second place: Rupp (dis­ cus. long jump). VanSpronsen (high jump). Chavis (shot put). Johnson (110 hurdles). Farris (100) and The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay reporting for basic military training for up to 270 days. An enlistment in the reserve gives many new soldiers the option to learn a new skill, serve their country, and becomes eligi­ ble to receive more than $7.(XX) toward a college edu­ cation. $20,000 for repay­ ment of college loans, and a maximum $5,000 cash bonus. After completion of basic military training, most sol­ diers received advanced individual training in their career job specialty. at Stitz, a student Thornapple Kellogg High School. Middleville, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville. Mo., for basic training. He is the son of Julie and stepson of Edward Wnuk of Middleville. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay reporting for basic military training for up to 270 days. An enlistment in the Reserve gives many new soldiers the option to leam a new skill, serve their country, and become eligible to receive more than S7.(XM> toward a college education. $20.(XX) for repayment of college loans, and a maxi­ mum of $5.(XX) cash bonus After completion of basic military training, most sol­ diers receive advanced indi­ vidual training in their career job specialty. Osborne, a 1997 graduate of Thomapplc Kellogg High school. Middleville, will Benjamin J. Osborne report to Fort Knox. Ky., for Benjamin J. Osborne has basic training. joined the United States He is the son of Eva and Army Reserve under the Peter Osborne of Middle ville. delayed training program. NEWEST CITIZENS ANNOUNCED GIRL, Gracie Ann DcWcnt, born at Spectrum Health Blodgett Campus on March 18, 2002 at 11:26 a.m. to Robin and Howard DeWcnt. Weighing 7 lbs. 10 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. Wel­ comed home by sister, Courtney DcWent, maternal grandparents, Marcia Kidder and the late Billie Kidder of Middleville and paternal grandparents, Howard and Margie DcWent (Middle­ ville) and Earl and Alyce Schipper (Holland). GIRL, Carrigan Mae Craven, born at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey on March 18, 2002 at 6:06 p.m. to Delbert and Angela Craven of Sault Ste Marie, weighing 6 lbs. I 1/2 ozs. and 17 3/4 inches long. Precious Carrigan is wel­ comed home by big brother, Jordan and maternal grand­ mother, Sandra Scars of Hastings and paternal grand­ father, Clifford Craven of Freeport. cue meet by accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey �Page 20/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/Apnl 30. 2002 Fighting Scots host Caledonia Relays The Caledonia track teams hosted the Caledonia Relays on Saturday, where the girls placed fifth and the boys finished third. The final girls’ standings were topped by Coopersville with 88 points, followed by Traverse City West (64), Forest Hills Northern (50), Middleville (45), Caledonia (44), White Cloud (26), Unity Christian (10) and Io­ nia (8). First-place finishes for the Fighting Scots came in the pole vault and long jump re­ lays. In the pole vault, Angie Maxey and Julie Slot set a new meet record with a combined vault of 16-8. Maxey also teamed up with Tricia Miedema in the long jump for a winning total of 29-9 1/2. Caledonia placed second in the shot put relay, third in the 6400 and 400 relays, fourth in the discus, high jump. 800 and 1600 relays, and fifth in the distance medley and 32(X) relays. Forest Hills Northern won the boys’ meet with 78 points, followed by Traverse City West (68). Caledonia (63). Coopersville (50), Middleville (37), White Cloud (18). Ionia (14) and Unity Christian (8). Winning first-place med­ als for Caledonia were the distance medley relay team of Jon Hckman. Tyler Sin­ clair. Patrick Spitzley and Tim Ross in 10:59.8 and the pole vault team of Seth Temple and Tyler Gamelin at 25-6. Other Scot teams winning medals were the 400 relay team of Steve Marion. Kyle Klyn. Nate VanEnk and Pat O'Connor (second in 45.3). the high jump team of Joel and Jeff DeBlaay (second at 12-0). and the eight-mile re­ lay team of Hans Palma. Hekman. Spitzley and Ross (second in 42:19.0). Caledonia hosted Kenowa Hills last night. They host South Christian at 4 p.m. on Thursday, compete at the Lowell Invitational on Sat­ urday at 9 am.. and host their last home meet of the year against Wayland next Monday. May 6 at 4 p.m. Scots sweep Unity The Caledonia track teams boosted both of their season dual marks to 5-1 with a sweep of Unity Chris­ tian on April 22. The Lady Scots improved to 5-0 in the O-K Gold with an 81-56 victory. In field events, Tiffany Radaz placed first in the shot put with a throw of 318 and Mindy Bode won the discus with a season-best toss of 100-2. Tricia Mie­ dema won the long jump with a leap of 15-4 1/2. Julie Slot won the high jump at 48, and Angie Maxey won the pole vault at 9-0. Tricia Miedema won the 1OO (13.6), Katie Ryan won the 1600 (6:02.0), Julie Slot took the 400 (1:04.7) and Becca Busfield the 800 (2:29.8). The 3200 relay team of Kristina McCleve, Katie Ryan. Megan Jacques and Becca Busficld placed first in 10:57. and the 800 relay team of Tiffany Radaz. Shannon Pleva, Samantha Pleva and Erin Mitteer won with a time of 1:55.4. The boys’ team whipped the Crusaders 104-33. Taking first places for Caledonia were Nick DeVries (17.5 in the high hurdles). 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Hanna finished with two home runs, four RBIs and two walks. Klein added a double and a triple. Caledonia played at Cedar Springs last night. They host Godwin on Wednesday and Sparta in a doubleheader on Thursday, with games both days beginning at 4 p.m. On Saturday they compete in the Tri-County Tournament Fitzsimmons (53.6 in the at 10 a.m„ and next Mon­ 400), Tim Ross (4:18.9 in day. May 6, they play at the 1600), James Anderson Wyoming Park. (45-11 in the shot put), Eric JV Report Haight (109-9 in the discus), The JV baseball team lost Seth Temple (13-0 in the to Hastings 6-4. pole vault), Nick Perry (18Ryan Roseboom pitched 7 11 in the long jump) and 2/3 solid innings. The Scots Joel DeBlaay (5-10 in the held a 3-0 lead going into high jump). the top of the seventh, but All four relay teams also Hastings took advantage of captured first places. The some defensive lapses and 400 relay team of Steve came back to score four Marion. Klyn, Nate VanEnk runs. Caledonia got one run and Pat O’Connor won in 45.3, the 800 relay team of back in the bottom of the Aaron Roher. Klyn. VanEnk seventh to send it to extra and O'Connor ran a 1:35.5. innings, but the Saxons an­ the 1600 relay team of Bray- swered with two more runs don Dahlberg, Fitzsimmons. in the eighth, and the Scots Jon Hekman and O'Connor couldn’t answer. Ben Toth went 2-for-4 at posted a winning time of 3:41.4, and the 3200 relay | the plate (2 IB. 2 SB. RBI. team of Joel DeBlaay. Pat­ R) and Bob Blakeslee was rick Spitzley. Hekman and 1-for-l (IB. BB. R). The JV baseball team suf­ Ross cruised to victory in 9:05.0. fered two more losses on April 19 at the hands of Wayland. 6-3 and 11-4. The Scots were up 3-1 in the first game before giving up five runs to end the game. Ben Toth was 3-for-4 (3 IB. 5 SB. R) and Ryan Roseboom went 2-for-3 (IB, 2B, RBI). Dennis Snyder Elizabeth Bragg received took the loss (6 IP, 5 ER, 7 the first engineering degree K, 4 BB). awarded to an American Eight errors doomed the woman in 1876. JV Scots in the second game. Toth was l-for-2 (BB. IB. RBI. 2 SB. R) and stole home for a run. Rose­ boom went l-for-2 (BB. IB. RBI), Steve Hollman was 3for-3 (IB. 2 2B. R) and Bob Blakeslee was 1-for-l (HP. IB, SB. R). Blakeslee (3 1/3 IP. 2 ER. 1 BB. 1 K). Toth (2 IP. 3 ER. 4 BB. 2 K) and Alex BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 AU Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^ Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-ads and reach over 11,000 area homes. Caledonia’s Chris Hanna. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Cardinal (2/3 IP. 1 ER. 1 K. 1 HP) worked the mound. Frosh Report The Caledonia freshman baseball team swept a dou­ bledip from Sparta on April 25. 16-3 and 14-13. The Scot frosh (8-4) pounded out 12 hits in Game 1, led by Dennis Kohl with three (2B. 3B). Doug Burch. Pat Regan, Kelan Donahue and Josh Wcinczkowski had two hits each. Kohl pitched a six-hitter with six strike­ outs for the win. In a wild Game 2. Cale­ donia went down 10-0 through three innings, then fought back to lead 13-10 in the top of the fourth, only to have Sparta tie it in the bot­ tom of the inning. Caledonia scored once in the top of the fifth and held on for the win. Burch. Nick Simon. Joe Kucharski and Kevin Schiefla had two hits each. Burch picked up the win in relief to boost his record to 3-1. The frosh also swept Hastings on April 23. 5-4 and 18-5. In the first game. Kevin Schiefla. Doug Burch and Dennis Kohl had two hits each. and Josh Wicnczkowski. Andy Shcchcrmeyer and Steve Gillard had one apiece. Burch threw a five-hitter with 12 strikeouts for the win. Caledonia pounded out 19 hits in the second game with two doubles and four triples. Nick Simon and Burch had four hits each, ('had Porrit and Nyck Steiner had three hits each. Pat Regan had two. and Zack House, Kohl and Gillard had a hit apiece. Gillard (2-1) threw a twohitter with six strikeouts. Hastings tops Scot softball The Caledonia varsity softball team lost 8-4 at Hastings on April 24. Melissa Gillard took the loss as Caledonia gave up six unearned runs in the first three innings. The Scots were led offensively by Amanda Martin with two doubles and two RBIs. Caledonia (1-8, 0-4 in the O-K Gold) played at Cedar Springs last night. They host Godwin on Wednesday and Sparta in a doubleheader on Thursday, with games both days beginning at 4 p.m. On Saturday they compete in a tournament at East Grand Rapids at 9 a.m., and next Monday, they play at Wyo­ ming Park. JV Report The Caledonia JV softball team beat Hastings 14-9. Lauren Hanna had a great game both on the mound and at the plate, striking out four Saxons while going 5for-5 at bat with a home run. Tricia Verolme continued her strong play at catcher Caledonia’s Amanda Martin (11). (Photo by Perry Hardin) with only five passed balls on 126 pitches. Lcslec Haisma had two sacrifice bunts that led to scores both times Megan Cargill went 3-for-4 with a double, and Ashley Benner played well at second base. �The Sun and News. MkkSevtHe. Ml/Apnt 30. 2002/Page 21 Scot soccer aces midterm tests by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Caledonia’s varsity girls’ soccer team blew through the midpoint of the regular season last week with two impressive shutout victories over solid O-K Gold oppo­ nents Hastings and South Christian. The Scots (7-1 overall) remain undefeated in the league at 5-0 heading into tonight’s 7 p.m. home game against Kcnowa Hills. Caledonia came away from Hastings with a 3-0 win on April 25. The two teams battled to a scoreless tic in the first half, with the Saxons generating the best scoring opportuni­ ties. Hastings' Jenny Shaw angled a dangerous shot from the right wing at the 30-minule mark that Scot keeper Hannah Cooley had to tip away, and a loose ball off a corner kick two min­ utes later lingered far too long in front of the Caledo­ nia net before Cooley was finally able to pounce on it. Caledonia generated some chances of its own midway through the half. Stacy Jencma sent a shot just over the crossbar, and Hastings keeper Angie Eggers made a point-blank save on a short­ side shot from Laura Bashlor Two minutes later, Cale­ donia midfielder Kelley Jackson carried the ball up the right sideline and drew some contact from Hastings defenders. She lost a shoe, carried on for 10 more yards, then went down awk­ wardly and hard on her left shoulder. She left the game and sat out the final 15 min­ utes of the half. Jackson got the kinks worked out of her shoulder and came back in the second half with a chip on it. which was good news for the Scots and very bad for the Saxons. A last-second deflection denied Jackson’s scoring at­ tempt at 36:30. but she con­ nected six minutes later, re­ versing direction on two Saxon defenders and firing a shot across her body and into the Hastings net. After another six minutes had passed. Jackson finished a run up the middle for an­ other goal and a 2-0 lead. Bashlor and Alicia Rider were credited with assists. At 6:41, Brooke Hendry took a pass from Tricia Meidema and sent an arcing cross from the left wing that magnetically found the bot­ tom corner of the net, just inside the right post. That beautiful volley capped the scoring and gave the Scots a 3-0 win. Cooley’s strong game earned her another shutout, and Caledonia coach Kate Selke also praised the play of defenders Emily Birtlcs, Carlic Sanxter. Chelsea Farver and Kate Sorenson. A busy week for the Scots continues Thursday when they host Wyoming Park at 7 p.m. Caledonia takes on nonconference opponents East Lansing on Saturday (away, 1 p.m.) and Forest Hills Central on Monday, May 6 (home. 7:15 p.m.). Caledonia 1, South Christian 0 Big D: Caledonia’s Laura Bashlor (2. at left), Chel­ sea Farver (17) and keeper Hannah Cooley helped to hold Hastings scoreless last Thursday. The Scots outshot the Sailors 12-1 and for an im­ portant conference victory at Caledonia on April 23. “ The entire team played with intensity and heart,” a pleased Coach Selke said af­ ter the game. Caledonia held a 7-0 shot advantage in the first half, and Alicia Rider scored off an assist from Brooke Hen­ dry 10 minutes before inter­ mission. The Scots contin­ ued to be the aggressors in the second half and held on for the win, earning six cor­ ner kicks in the game to none for South. Keeper Hannah Cooley got the shutout. Thornapple Trail Association on line Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thornappletrail.com and thomappletrail.org. Association member Mark Fritsma. using funds from a DALMAC grant and assistance from students at Davenport University, de- signed the website. Information on the web­ site includes a map, infor­ mation about the history, a membership application and trail activities. There also will be links to other bicy­ cling trails and organizations in Michigan. TTA president Michael Gormley said, “We think See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Ar :he gray barn this will help area residents and visitors learn about the trail. We are continuing to work on improvements and cyclists should see the Cale­ donia section of the trail paved this summer ” The website may also help the TTA do fund-rais­ ing to pave the portion of the trail from McCann Road to Irving Road. “Anyone in­ terested in learning more about the trail or joining the association can attend our next meeting on May 23 at the Rutland Township Hall,” Gormley said. JV Report The Caledonia JV girls’ soccer team battled Hastings to a 0-0 tie. Defenders Erica Donnell, Katie Donohue, Carlie Farver and Megan Sandtveit played well as a unit, and keeper Josephine Oblinger got her sixth shutout of the season. Jessica Diedrich, Emily Shultc and Theresa Olson gave intense efforts from their midfield posi­ tions. The South Christian JV ended Caledonia’s shutout streak and handed the Scots their first loss of the season, 4-1. Rachel Buckner tied it at 1-1 for the Scots, but the Sailors got a late first-half goal to take the lead and added two more in the sec­ ond half to seal the deal. The JV is now 5-1-1 on the sea­ son. Frosh Report The freshman soccer squad went 1-1 last week to level its record at 3-3. The frosh traveled to For­ est Hills Central on April 23 and lost 3-0. Sarah Phillips led a gutsy defensive stand, with Sharon Cooley, Iris VandenToom and Amy Nerz giving good efforts and Brooke Ziesemer making some key saves in goal. Re- Caledonia’s Erin Peacy (16) bodies a South Chris­ tian player off the ball in the Scots’ 1-0 win (Photo by Perry Hardin) bekah Hall and Karen VanderVeen also played well for Caledonia. The Scots came back to shut out Middleville 3-0 on April 25. Ziescmcr and Cooley shared goaltending duties. The midfield play of Dani Breihof, Deann War­ ncr. Jessica Mannaro, Krysta Huisman. Ins Van­ denToom and Britany Moore controlled the pace of the game. Scoring for Caledonia were Sarah Phil lips on a penalty kick and Warner on two strong moves. PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Outstanding Athletes Adam Ihomappte-Keiogg High School (MWdteWlel Track Caledonia High School Soccer Quality Performance... These are ail standard at Quick Lube 2000! __ S3.OO O££__ IS OIL CHANGE & LUBE 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE JF W 795-5550 on site at: fafrrrine «*♦» "sem/v the pace- The senior midfielder scored The Middleville senior turned in a twice in Caledonia's 3-0 win over winning long jump of 20 feet, 2-1/4 Hastings last Thursday, giving her inches in a 117-20 boys' track vic­ seven goals in the last four tory over Belding on April 23. games. The Scots are riding a six- Chamberlin also took first in the 100 game win streak and remain dash and anchored wins in the 800 and 400 relays. undefeated in the O-K Gold. AfHefes of the Week Presented by: L<x* •’ JB HARRISON ^^.inc. & ffigs^1teIJany 6090 Alden Nash SE • Atto • 86S-0050 or 800-217-671?..................... .. �Page 22/The Sun and News, Mkkflevitte. Ml/April 30, 2002 TKMS girls’ track 3-0 on season The Middleville-TK Mid­ dle School girls’ track team dominated its first meet of the year against Godwin Heights, taking first in 14 of 17 events on the way to a 115-21 win. Exceptional performances were made by seventh­ grader Rebecca Winchester and eighth-grader Jill Funk, as both girls won all three of their events. Winchester placed first in the 3200 me­ ter run, 3200 relay, and 1600 relay, and Funk placed first in the 55 meter hurdles, 200 hurdles and 400 relay. Placing first in two events and hope for an undefeated season.” The TKMS girls’ track team won its second meet on April 22 by 71 points over Byron Center, 101-30. Several distance runners made great improvements from the first meet. Rebecca Winchester won the two mile in 13:18. beating her previous time by 20 sec­ onds. Kersta Gustofson placed third and improved by 17 seconds, running a 14:39. In the mile run. the were Sarah Garrett, Chaney Robinson. Kersta Gustofson. Jessica Flaska. Emily Nyland, Bethany Kitzrow. Katy Hauschild and Rebecca Ray­ mond. The team consists of 21 eighth-graders and 25 sev­ enth-graders and is coached by Maggie Wilkinson. “We have a very strong group of eighth-grade girls and some talented seventh graders,” TKMS assistant coach Laura Knapp said. “It is still early in the season, but we expect some personal records to be reached, school records to be broken Trojans placed first and sec­ ond. Cheney Robinson ran 6:24. 18 seconds faster than before, and Jane Kennicott placed second. The Trojan team domi­ nated the field events with four first-place finishes. Samantha Reeder threw the shot put 28-6, Rebecca Ray­ mond high-jumped 4-2, Jes­ sica Flaska won the long jump at 14-11, and Kersta Gustofson won the pole vault at 6-6. Trojan sprinters swept TK offers two AYSO soccer signup football camps planned for Saturday The Middleville Ameri­ can Youth Soccer Organiza­ tion soccer registration and signup for the 2002-2003 season will be from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m Saturday, May 4. at the Page Elemen­ tary cafeteria. Students registered at this signup applies to both the fall 2002 and spring 2003 seasons. Each season in­ cludes six weeks of games. Players will be on the same team for both the fall and spring. The cost is one or two players in the same family at $37 each. Three or more players in the family cost $32 each. To be eligible for this pro­ gram players must be bom on or after Aug. 1, 1988, or on or before Jan. 31, 1998. Registrations received af­ ter May 24 will be charged a $10 late fee. There will be no guarantee that children who register late will be as­ signed to a team. AYSO board members arc working to plan for a great season. Parents who want to help are encouraged to talk to those taking regis­ trations May 4. The Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg Football Pro­ gram will offer two skills camps in June for athletes entering sixth through 12th grade next fall. Middle School Youth Football Camp The Middleville-TK Foot­ ball Program will host the sixth-annual Youth Football Skills Camp June 10-12 at Bob White Stadium, adja­ cent to Thornapple-Kellogg High School. Varsity foot­ ball coach Tim Penfield and the entire high school coach­ ing staff will coordinate the sessions. The camp will run daily from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. What do April Showers bring? (May Flowers and Great Deals at Gavin! 00 Chevy 1/2 T Silverado 00 Chevy 3/4 T Silverado r> 4x4 LS. ext cab. 5.3. V-8. leather bench. 4x4 reg cab with plow. 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Pre-registration is recommended, al­ though walk-up participants will be accommodated. A completed physical is rec­ ommended but not required. “Athletes will be pre­ sented with the basic funda­ mentals of the Trojan of­ fense and defense that will prepare them for the upcom­ ing season,” Penfield said. “Participants should bring shorts, football shoes, and a smile.” High School Football Camp In conjunction with the Youth Camp, the Mid­ dleville-TK Football Pro­ gram will also host the sixth-annual High School Football Skills Camp June 10-13 at Bob White Sta­ dium. adjacent to Thornap­ ple-Kellogg High School. Varsity football coach Tim Penfield and the entire high school coaching staff will coordinate the sessions. The camp will run daily from 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All high school athletes in­ terested in playing football are encouraged to attend. The cost of the four-day camp is $35 and includes a T-shirt, shorts and refresh­ ments. Athletes maj obtain camp brochures at the high school or may contact Coach Penfield for further information at 795-5400 ext. 4457. Pre­ registration is recom­ mended. although walk-up participants will be accom­ modated. A completed physical is recommended but not required. “Athletes will be pre­ sented with the basic funda­ mentals that are essential for success this fall.” Penfield said. “We are anxiously an­ ticipating the fall, and this camp will serve as a spring­ board to what wc hope will be future successes.’ both the 200 dash and 200 hurdles. Jessica Flask won the dash, followed by Kate W'ilson and Lindsey Meaney. In the hurdles. Jill Funk. Cheney Robinson and Rebecca Raymond placed first, second and third re­ spectively. Despite missing six ath­ letes due to illness or injury, the team still topped Newhall 116-16 on April 25. Several Trojans are inch­ ing closer to school records. Jessica Flaska ran the 55 meter hurdles in 9.9 sec­ onds. missing the school re­ cord by four-tenths of a sec­ ond. Erica Peschel and Samantha Reeder had great throws in the shot put, throwing 30-2 and 30-0 re­ spectively. They placed sec­ ond and third, and are clos­ ing in on the school record of 32-2. Chaney Robinson once again improved her time in the 1600, dropping 11 more seconds to finish first in 6:13. The school re­ cord is in reach at 5:54. Several Trojans turned in their best performances of the season. Alexa McClain excelled in the high jump, Katrina Field had a great sprint in the 100 dash, and the 3200 relay team (Emily Nyland. Ashley VanderMeer. Katie Wilson and Kersta Gustofson) improved their time by 45 seconds. Katie Hauschild. Emily Ny­ land. Jill Funk, the 800 re­ lay. the 1600 relay, and the 400 relay also had firstplace finishes. Scot tennis rebounds after first dual loss The Caledonia varsity team suffered its first dual loss of the season on April 22 against Wayland, 6-2. Winning matches were Adam Reynolds at No. 1 singles, who took the first set 6-1 before his opponent retired with an injured shoulder, and Kayle Hinkle at 4 singles (6-0, 6-1). The Scots came back Fighting on April 24 and re­ bounded well with a 5-3 win at South Christian. Every singles flight won for the first time this year, with Kayle Hinkle remaining un­ defeated in the conference at 4 singles. Adam Reynolds won at 1 singles (6-3, 6-1), Andrew Blanchard won at 2 (6-0, 63), Kyler Pentecost won at 3 (6-0, 6-1), Hinkle won at 4 (6-3, 6-3), and the 1 doubles team of Devin TePastte and Mike Napper won 6-3 and 7-6. Caledonia (4-1 in the O-K Gold) hosted Unity Chris­ tian last night. They play at Wyoming Park on Wednes­ day at 4 p.m. On Saturday, they head to the Middleville Invitational for an 8 a.m. start, and next Monday, May 6, they travel to Kcnowa Hills. (Jobber Wenger Invitational The Scots hosted the Dobber Wenger Invitational on April 20, with six of their eight flights making it to the finals. Winning championship medals were Kayle Hinkle (4 singles), Mike Napper/Devin TePastte (1 doubles), and Kyle Ullery/Nate Stauffer (3 dou­ bles; Ben Cramer replaced Stauffer for one winning match). Earning runner-up nivdals were Kyler Pentecost (3 sin­ gles). Mike Ogle/Matt Paarlberg (2 doubles), and Mike Krieger/Mikc Morgan (4 doubles). Caledonia 6, Sparta 2 The Caledonia varsity boys’ tennis team went to Sparta on April 15 and left with a 6-2 win. The doubles teams continued to play well, with all four pairs im­ proving their league records at the time to 3-0. Doubles scores: 1st - De­ vin TePastte/Mike Napper 6-2, 6-2; 2nd Kyle Ullery/Tim Stouffer 6-3, 36, 6-3; 3rd - Mike Ogle/Matt Paarlbcrg 6-1, 6-0; and 4th Mike Krieger/Mike Morgan 6-2, 6-3. Winning singles matches: 3rd - Kyler Pentecost - 6-1, 6- 4; and 4th - Kayle Hinkle -6-1, 3-6, 6-2. .IV Report Caledonia’s JV tennis team lost to East Kentwood 7- 1 on April 25. The No. 2 doubles team of Ryan Workman and Nathan Stauf­ fer earned the lone win. Wayland beat the JV 4-3 on April 23. Winning matches for the Scots were Dan LaFontsce (4 singles), Ben Cramer and Tom Blan­ chard (1 doubles), and Na­ than Stauffer and Ryan Workman (2 doubles). The JV lost to Lowell 5-2 on April 19. Several matches went three sets, with the match of the day turned in by Min Soo Kim, who lost in a two-hour, three-set marathon. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Year round home features 2 decks, a large lot, dock, fireplace, at­ tached garage and all appli­ ances. Readv to move in, priced at $189,000 Call 616792-9928 or 616-813-0b24. MIDDLEVILLE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch, full basement, 2 stall garage, $98,250 Bob Myers, Greenridge 974-4130. JOHN DEERE: 1993, LX 188, LIQ cooled, 17hp, 48" deck w/blade St chains, $2,400. (616)891-2211 SAVE ON MASS Mailing costs when you want to reach a large audience, insert your brochure in one of our local publications. Call (616)945-9554. ALASKA: motivated sellers offering land contract terms on this 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3,000sq. ft. home Walk-out ranch sits in park like set­ ting, immediate occupancy available. $199,900. Call (616)554-7008 for details CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900 Call Award Properties, (616)942 4910,____________________ COBB I AKE OPEN HOUSE: 12524 Terry Lane Sunday, May 5th l-5pm. From Grand Rapids take 131 South to M-179 Bradley/Hopkins exit, go East to Patterson, North to Cobb Lake Rd Fast Year round home featuring 75ft beautiful waterfront on all sports lake. $189,000 (616)792-9928 or (616)8130624. SEATS UPTO 250 Daily Lunch Specials & Daily Salad Bar 6661 Alden Nash • Alto 616-868 0388 >nHam �Page 24/The Sun and News Mtddleville Ml/April 30 2002 American Manufactured Living, Inc. a, COUNTRY MEADOWS 76th & Kraft Enjoy country living with an indoor pool and only 10 min. to malls. NEW EXPANSION GRAND OPENING Many Rent Incentives Offered May 4th • 9am to 5pm at 7540 Bronco Dr., American Sales Office Door Prizes & efreshmeni i Served t 38 New Sites Available - Many Garage Lots 3 Pond Lots Available 19 Models to See ■ AU Homes Sold at the Open House Include Central Air & Landscaping Stop out and choose a beautiful home! Call Carole for further information... 616-891-2225 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-05-07.pdf 596635fef8a6cf7f26dc81950069da3a PDF Text Text TK announces top 10 academic students Thomapple Kellogg High School has announced the top 10 academic students of the Class of 2(X)2. “The students set high academic standards as well as having total involvement in all phases of school life — academic and co-curricular," said high school Princi­ pal Ellen Zack. The following is a scries of sketches of the elite group: Miranda Covey, daugh­ ter of Jeffrey and Marjorie Covey, is a member of the National Honor Society. She has devoted much of her time away from school in the art of dance. She teaches at the Caledonia Dance Center, dances with the professional com­ pany at The Academy of Performing Arts, and per­ forms with Reflections, a li­ turgical dance group. Covey also works at Bay Point Res­ taurant. She plans to attend the University of Michigan, where she will major in business finance. Her long- Amy Herring See TK top 10, page 18 Jennifer Punt Julie Schumaker Amanda Kowalczyk David Stuart Peter Mathias Kristen Weaver Heidi Porter Jessica Wilson Caledonia manager/planner pay raise rejected by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Recommended salary changes and a job evaluation plan for compensating and reviewing employee per­ formance were approved by the Caledonia Township Board May 1. However, a proposed cost of living raise for Township Manager/Planner Dave Zyl­ stra w as denied. A motion to amend and upgrade the manager’s con­ tract to reflect an 8.5 percent cost of living allowance, in addition to his customary raise by contract, was ar­ gued against by Snyder. She said the contract was set. Township Treasurer Jill Cardwell said a person picks and chooses between a con­ tract with a guaranteed sal­ ary or pay increases. "I don't sec why he should get the best of both worlds." Robertson argued on be­ half of a manager s increase. He said nothing in the con­ tract said the salary could not be adjusted. "To suggest amending the contract voids the contract is inaccurate." He said of all the increases being made, none were required, but it was recognized the rates of pay for some were not com­ mensurate to other positions in the townships in the area, and "we chose to raise their pay." He said the board had ar­ gued earlier that trustees and planning commissioners should be compensated up­ ward for the additional meetings attended due to in­ creased township business. Trustees attend two regular meetings a month, and plan­ ning commissioners attend up to four or more. This would represented an in­ crease of around $1,000 per year for trustees. The board voted for about $8,000 more in annual wages to the Plan­ ning Commission. Robertson pointed out that Zylstra puls in the extra time at all those meetings that others were being compen­ sated for. He said the job evaluation plan (JEP) had been referred to when establishing the manager’s salary. and w hen the JEP adjusted rates for COLA, it was the fair thing to do to raise the manager s salary as well. He said there had been a concern that he be paid competitively, espe­ cially after having recently lost a manager before Zyl­ (Trustee Robertson) said the job evaluation plan (JEP) had been referred to when establishing the manager’s salary, and when the JEP adjusted rates for COLA, it was the fair thing to do to raise the manager’s salary as well. He said there had been a concern that he be paid competitively, especially after having recently lost a manager before Zylstra was hired. stra was hired. Cardwell argued that Zyl­ stra does not come into the office until 1 p.m. on days when there is a meeting. She said some of the board members continue to have extra hours and extra meet mgs. Harrison said the contract requires Zylstra to work a minimum of 40 hours a week. The motion to increase Zylstras salary failed to pass. This follows two years in the position of manager planner, during which Zylstra was involved in helping the Planning Commission in creating a master plan and currently with revisions of the zoning ordinance, with all the duties related to that, and while continuing with other town­ ship business responsibili­ ties where community growth ever increases the amount of work. The heavy load has taken its toll, and Zylstra has been granted conditional permis­ sion to take a three-week leave until the end of May, with the proviso that things in the office would not be affected negatively by his absence. He agreed to be available by phone to assist if problems arise. It was announced last month on the Internet that Zylstra was among the final candidates for a job position in the east part of the state. Harrison added during board comments that the manager's contract did state pre-determined, specific amounts, regardless of per­ formance and the demands of his duties. Other staff members were reluctant to have Zylstra away from the office. Mary Chapman, who assists Zyl­ stra, said she was comfort­ able with routine zoning matters, but not 100 percent able to take on ZyIstra's du­ ties in his absence. Harrison said that every­ one in the small office was good at filling in other va­ cant staff positions and eve­ ryone needed to fulfill town­ ship obligations at the best of their ability. Trustee Wally Bujak said he was "very disappointed the board decided not to authorize a pay increase for our manager/planner." He commented on the expecta­ tion that Zylstra would con­ tinue his functions and du­ ties while on vacation, while not being willing to support him in the form of a pay raise. The lack of support shown for Zylstra was noted with disapproval by some resi­ dents at the end of the meet­ ing. A change to result in a 5 percent match to deferred compensation to retirement plans was approved, after the manager's raise failed to pass The job evaluation plan (JEP) was first initiated in January 1999 and adjust­ ments to the plan were con­ tinued by the present board, See raise rejected, pg. 16 In This Issue Caledonia to honor ‘Hometown Hero’ Caledonia sign ordinance won’t allow new billboards Page Career Fair helps 5th graders explore fields Grave digger unknowingly turns up boxes in Mt Hope �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/May 7, 2002 Aimee VanderWood recognized by TV-8 as student who cares Aimee VanderWood by Patricia Johns Football coach Tim Penfield got to kiss Beauty the goat held by Mike Hoskins Staff Writer Thornapplc Kellogg High School senior Aimee Van­ derWood helped energize a flagging Students Against Destructive Decisions chap­ ter when she entered as a freshman. VandcrWood’s aunt, Lisa Regan, nominated her for the WOOD TV-8 Youth Who Care award. She was selected as one of the win­ ners. Regan said. "Aimee is such a good kid and so dedi­ cated. She works so hard to help keep other students safe. I thought she was the kind of student who de­ served recognition.” Contempo Salon OJinnsA 2001-2002 (BcaI Salon "On Jha Jown THaqa^ine ' * « # we Have Great Gifts For Mom! ♦ ♦ # 1 Hour Massage Special....... s40 2 Weeks unlimited Tanning...s20 FREE! Make-up Bag with Mother s Day Gift Certificate purchase! Cl Jul! Scioice frnk/njw'uiAy Salon Lho £jtliA£ frunilsp. Caledonia village centre • 891-1093 Now. as a senior and president of the local SADD chapter, she is reaching out to her fellow students and to students at the TK Middle School. VanderWood has worked with the middle school Stu­ dents Taking a New Direc­ tion chapter and with the STAND advisor Nancy Young. During the week of April 29-May 3 leading up to the TK prom May 4. Vander­ Wood organized SADD Week, which helped high school students understand the kinds of decisions they will face. During the week students and teachers donated change to see who would get to kiss a goat. The money raised will help the local SADD chapter attend the state wide conference next year. While several teachers competed against each other, the winner was foot­ ball coach and teacher Tim Penfield. The contest raised about $200. In addition to a goat, a State Police officer explain­ ing that while adults know that teens will experiment with alcohol (even though it is against the law) the im­ portant decision is not to drive. VanderWood kept her cool as a TV-8 videographer caught the assembly on filiou/ gou/t Pove to oUom flits ... ^Dag-^ag 12lh • 'SWanging ^Baskets • ulwangemente ^Wasiington Quantums • "PtaidfAs • Sift* & Quicd ^Auangements • QCochting • Cotsages Barlow’s knows how to make your mom feel special! Wearing the goggles which simulate being “under the influence” didn't hinder jumping But made it really hard to reach the basket camera. A brief television piece about Aimee will air on Fri­ day, May 10, at about 12:45 p.m. during the noon news­ cast. It is repeated on Sun­ day, May 12, during the 10 a.m. newscast. Aimee will get to meet the other seven students honored by WOOD-TV at a special reception and cere­ mony on Wednesday, May 22 at Grand Rapids Commu­ nity College. Besides her work with SADD and STAND. Van­ derWood works at Di’s Hallmark in Caledonia. She serves on the student advi­ sory board for the statewide SADD chapter, which re­ quires her to attend meetings every other Saturday. She is also active with the youth group at the Whitney- volved with SADD. It ville Bible Church. She also seemed like a way J could appreciates the time she has give back to the community to spend with her family. I really have enjoyed work­ Her parents are Sue and ing with advisors Jill Sanies l^arry VanderWood. She has and Joseph Pellerito." a two brothers Scott and her VanderWood will attend twin Aaron and a sister, Ka­ Grand Valley Slate Univer­ tie. sity in the fall. She is in a “I am glad that 1 got in­ pre-med program. Mother’s fDay Special... s5.00 OFF Manicure, Pedicure or Paraffin -Gift Certificates Also Available- I Mil gx 795-0053 • 4611 N. M-17 Hwy. (below the Middle Villa Inn) ’ NAIL TECHNICIANS ON STAFF Cea« ia and t— » at a«r naw lacahee.Lau Neudan 4T Fran Kmagar MON. BY APPT.; TUES., WEO. THORS. S-7; FRi. »-5; SAT. BY APPT The Kevue I he Vermcntville Iheatrkal < r< tin presents Guys and Dolls, Jr. Book by Abe Burrows & Jo Swertng Music & Lynes by Frank Loesser. Oognaty dteefed on Broadway by George S. Kaufman Vermontville Opera House - 211 S. Main SL (across from the fire station) May 3,4. 5, 10. 11 & 12 • Fri. & Sat. at 7 pm & Sun. at 3 pm Adults $7; Seniors & Students $6, Children 12 and under $5 Tickets are available at the door or make reservations by calling 616.367.4455 or e-mail therevuel(®yahoo.com Sf ■LM r. wa 00 from every ticket sale nd/ go to the Cyitu Fibroin Foundation Additional < ontrtbution^ arc cu cepted and util go tn their entirety to the foundation The sbou u aho -uppoacd the Mu htifan Couru d for Arts and Cultural Affairy , ■ �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/May 7 2002/Page 3 GFWC-Gun Lake Area to install officers May 8 Outgoing GFWC Michi­ gan President Janet Kohn and incoming GFWC South­ western President Sherry Wellman will attend the Wednesday. May 8. meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Kohn will preside over in­ stallation of local officers for the 2(X)2-2(X)4 term. Newly elected officers will take the helm on July 1. They are Fran Leonard, president; Judy Smith, vice president; Harlenc Kok. re­ cording secretary; Corrine Andrews, treasurer; and Frances Mlynarchek. corre­ sponding secretary Ruth Perino will continue as club historian. Phyllis Pence will continue as assistant treas­ urer and Linda Molitor will become an assistant record­ ing secretary. The business meeting will begin at 9:30 at Bay Pointe Restaurant, Marsh Road. Gun Ixike. with installation following. Lunch will be available following the pro­ gram. Anyone interested is welcome to attend and should contact current Presi­ dent Marjory Richards at 795-3969 or Leonard at 7958731. Janet Kohn began serving as GFWC Michigan presi­ dent in 2000 and will con­ tinue until July 1. 2002. BayCliff Camp for handicapped children has been her special project and the GFWC women of Michigan held projects, fund-raisers and made donations of clothing and toys to support that ef­ fort and many visited the camp, located in the Upper Peninsula near Thunder Bay. Janet lives in Edmore, where she is an active mem­ ber of the GFWC Edmore women’s club. Her interests Janet Kohn lie in county and state poli­ tics. her affiliations with the VFW Auxiliary. Local and Synod Church activities. Ed­ more Village Council and the Montcalm County Parks Kettle Lake students’ art chosen for state exhibit & Recreation Commission. Kohn received her bache­ lor's and master's degrees from Central Michigan Uni­ versity and Michigan State University. She retired from public school service in 1991. Her hobbies include golf, bridge and sciabble. Janet and Allen Kohn own a 2 1/2-acre Blueberry farm in Edmore, have three sons and three grandchildren. Sherry Wellman will take regional office in July as well and is an active mem­ ber in the ABC Grand Ledge Women’s Club. Her duties will include officiating over meetings for the 14 clubs and two junior clubs in her district. These clubs are part of 11 counties in southwest­ ern Michigan. Before the installation a brief business meeting will cover; • Report on GFWC Michigan Convention. •Signup sheets for USA Turkeyville outing with GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club. • Library update and Home Life food basket re­ ports. • OperationSmile Spring Fund-raiser results. • Update on May 9 Art Exhibit. Dinner and Theater fund-raiser event. MILLERMEANS Middleville Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (616) 795-3305 • Members reminded to bring fund-raising labels, re• Bingo prizes for resi­ dents at Sandy Creek Nurs­ ing Home. • Next month s board meeting will be at 9 am. Tuesday. June 4. at the home of Marjory Richards. fflerl CM t ake Office 12X00 \5 M-179 Highway (616)792-2202 REAL ESTATE I Kay Stohonburg Sarah Ulrich Al Kulikautkat Carole Schleviek CXS.kwt Broker * Sale* Manner....... .................... 795-7272 Kettle Lake kindergart­ Lindsey Thole, a Kettle ner Helene Miller had the Lake first-grader, re­ honor of her artwork be­ ceived the honor of being ing showcased at the in the top 15 for a special Wharton Center in East K-12 State Art Show on Lansing. display in the Wharton Center for Performing Caledonia’s Kettle Lake Arts. Elementary recently had the artwork of two students cho­ sen to continue onto the State Elementary Art Ex­ hibit. First-grader Lindsey Thole’s and kindergartner Helene Miller's artwork was on display during the month of April in the Wharton Katherine Sophia Center for Performing Arts Paarlberg, a Hope College in East Lansing. senior from Alto, received Thole’s artwork also was the Clarence DeGraaf chosen, out of hundreds of English Award during the work submitted, as one of college’s annual Honors the top 15 to be selected for Convocation April 25. a special K-12 State Show, The cash award is present­ also on display at the Whar­ ed to the senior who interest ton Center and achievement in the field of English, as indicated by record, most mer­ Call 945-9554 for academic its recognition in the judge­ ment of the English depart­ classified ads ment faculty. Alto woman earns Hope English award Debbie Erway ........... 6234057 795-9331 Karen Brown Craig Stohonburg GW. 795-4470 623-42»7 I3S-72S2 672 7405 'HIIIIIH Mike Humphreys. < HS.GRI BROKLR A OWNER Looking For A Home? 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H \STINGS OFFICE 149 W State St. (616) 945-51X2 �Page 4/Tbe Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 7. 2002 Caledonia to honor ‘Hometown Hero’ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison has proposed a new annual cus­ tom of naming a Caledonia Hometown Hero at an event where much of the commu­ nity is in attendance, such as the Independence Day Cele­ bration. Nominations would come from the public, explaining exceptional acts of heroism or volunteerism or service contributions to the commu­ nity. to assist in the selec­ tion. Current board members would be ineligible. The nominations should be made for a June 1 dead­ line for selection of this year's hero for the commu­ nity celebration held in late June of this year. Trustee Richard Robert­ son suggested serious thought should go into nam­ ing people who have shown acts of courage or heroism, where life was at risk or where exceptional sacrifices had been made, and perhaps cants have until Aug. 1 of this year to submit their creations. Designs should be such that when reduced dow n to a letterhead size, the image clearly captures the charac­ ter of the community. Easily recognized designs with solid colors seem to work best. A previous logo selected the award might honor an outstanding citizen." rather than "hometown hero." Harrison persisted, saying some kinds of ongoing serv­ ice are acts of heroism, and the term "hometown hero" was retained. Caledonia Township also is sponsoring a logo design contest open to all. Appli­ by the Parks Committee was more appropriate for parks and did not specifically identify Caledonia. Used on a sign, the design was attrac­ tive. but reducing it in size would mean losing impor­ tant details. The contest will compen­ sate the winner with a $50 award. Call 891-0700 for details LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lard Sunday Schtxil Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m .10.45 a m 6 00 p.m. Family Night 6 30 pm 7240 68lh Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Ketin Stiles COMMUNITY CHURCH o ploce to belong o place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 30 8 11 00 a m Youth Mmntry ...... ............. 891-0576 Meeting at the Crow Creek Charter Academy Ri > Mu had Stowell, lead Pa \ tor Joe Ctp< i<, Worship leader Denni Houma. Youth Pastor Chan h Office 616 891 0287 Visit out wet! Srto w*vw nogntsOe cxg FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVTLLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce V Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan I). Moody. A»M. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor Das id Stewart. CE Children s Pastor "745am. 11OO a.m. 600p.m. 6 45 p.m. 6:45p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Ubrship Service Sunday Evening Nervier UKinesday MkJ Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10 00 a m. Sunday School . 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class . 9 30 a m 11:00 a.m. 11 00 a m CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chun h with a t aring heart for our community and the world " Sunday Worship 9 30 a.m. and 6:00 p m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (Efje (£I)urcI) 5590 Whilneyville Ave.. S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...!0:00 a.m. Morning Worship...! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891 8669! Fax 891 8648 www caledoniaumc org Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900 a ns and 1030 a m M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all servtccs. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch cc CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Hullman • Church Office 868-4391 www lakcsidecommunity org_ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68tb St near Whitney/*? Ave (.'hurch School Sunday "r 9 45am An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Christian Eduatii Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Gtnue, Caledonia 616^98-8001 redumer*i*rvnei wwwftdeemeKovenantorg SuMa> ^rvis9 TLn»9> Monung Worship 11 00 a m 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or M6-9327 Vicar - R»* David T Hustwich Church 8546 Whtneyviie Ave at 84ffi S! • 891-8661 The Church where everybody n lomebody and Jetus n lord" In Irving) | IC ■ XC tud k-tghkwH Pallor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al 1616) 65 65 WAY Check our web nte www, wayfarenc org bible 2415 McCann Rd. L (Tuwdi Ph. 9696810 • Pastor i Ph. 897-7407 Sunday Worship is at 10.00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! WHITNEYVILLE " 9.15 A M. Morning Prayer Sr CHURCH Finding the Way Together! (Hoty Communion 2nd Sunday/ Pastor Uosd De\< 1100 am 945am 1100am 600800 pm 6007 30 pm. Rev Ivee ZMchman COMMUNITY Worship 9:30 am 10 50 a m -?V)pm 9 30 a m. Middtevie Momrg WorsNp Sunday School (Jr Hqh 4 Adults) Nursery - Grade 5 Sr Hgh - Sun Evenrg Jr Hgh ■ Grades 68. Wed Evening WAYFAREK. Praise Singing Fellowship Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Mornng Worship Redeemer Covenant Church ComitHoiify o| Christ Leighton Church Uk ated in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd street and It 2nd Avenue Sunday Morning Wordyp 8 30am A 11am Sunday SchoolTor All Ago 9-45 a m 'Zonfemporary Myie of Worship Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Church Office Phone - 79^9266 —Lighting Up Lives for God— Lakeside Preaching the Living Word Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10:00 a m (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available.) foui Commundy Campul f+i PhnuFiy and Seance Sunday Community Churcn A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney sille Avenue. Alto Sat. Evening Mass 500 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chtef Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 4934g • 795 7903 250 Vine Street iM 37 to Emmons to Sine) Worship Service 8 .30 a m and 11 00 a tn (Jr Church al 1100 only i Sunday School 9 45 a m i Nursery and Child Care a* ailable sbrveghout the mooting > RISTI AN CHURCH A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun lake) THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCII ew Life 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 792-2889 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 a CALEDONIA E UNITED METHODIST Sunday. Ma) 12: "A Family Finds Hope Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Pforne 891-8440 Sundag School 9:30 AM Pastor Robert Gerke * Pastor David Ziehr Office £91-SM8 10 AM Sunday Morning Rev P Adams Church Office: (616)891-1512 M 37 at 100th St. (Missouri Sgnod) 54th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service SOO AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 930 AM New Life Celebration Service 1IOO AM Rev Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God One mile east of Whitneyville Rd t All Service* have a Nurserg available Barner Free wwwiservnet -vtpaul Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) £t Paul Lutheran Church YOU ARE INVITED Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church (616) 795-2391 CALEDONIA Res Norman Kuhns MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED ■------- Meeting at Caledonia High School 5/xJay Gcnc<v 30 a m Stream Momng Wonhc> 10 30 a m Mee^g at cnopei or '//r»meyvie Ave Sinda/ Evemg Wonnp pm Wed Prayer 4 Bole Swy 700 pm Tev *roma 3uys haror»basnot Assoc Aeo^e wnmew^eocie ag �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7. 2002/Page 5 Engagements Webster-Gonzales Corson-Parks Freeman-Kimball Greg and Cheryl Lydy of Freeport and David Corson of Moline are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter. Holly Jo Corson to Jason Ray Parks of Hastings, son of Wayne and Helen Wiersma of Middle ville and Kurt and Debbie Parks of Lowell. Holly is a 2000 graduate from Thornapple Kellogg High School and is currently employed at Main Attraction Hair Salon in Caledonia. Jason is a 1997 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and is currently employed at Dan Valley Exc. of Middleville. An Aug. 31. 2002 wed­ ding is planned at Thom­ apple Valley Church in Hastings. Josephine E. Freeman and Quade A. Kimball are an­ nouncing their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Kathryn and Frank Voshell of Middle­ ville. MI and the late Gary Freeman. Josephine is a 1997 homeschool graduate and a 2002 graduate of Lake Superior State University with a bachelor degree in fisheries and wildlife. Her fiance is the son of Sue and Qually Kimball of Millersburg. Ml Quade is a 1996 graduate from Onaway High School and is currently employed at Corr-Fac in Alpena. MI. The couple will exchange their vows on May 24. 2002. The happy couple will be residing at their new home in Alpena. Ml. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Saving on home insurance is “NoPrcHcm.” undnxfc tixMivuvl' Tracy Lynn Webster of Caledonia and Felix Philip Gonzales of Pasadena, CA. have announced their en­ gagement. A June 15th wed­ ding is planned at St. Mar­ garet Mary Catholic Church in Allendale. MI. The bnde-to-be is the daughter of John and Bar­ bara Webster of Caledonia. A graduate of Caledonia High School, she is a firstgrade teacher at Our Lady of the Angels Academy in Arcadia. CA. The future groom is the son of Thomas and Lorraine Gonzales of Homeland, CA. A graduate of San Gabriel High School, he is an account service assistant at Delta Dental in Cerritos, CA. The couple met at church and became formally engaged on Jan. 23 at Our Lady of the Angels Church by Rev. Fr. Charles J. Ward. Cowham-Wiersma Nina Cowham. the daugh­ ter of Doug and Lupita Cowham. and Steve Wiers­ ma. the son of Diane Wiers­ ma and Wayne Wiersma, are pleased announce their engagement. Nina is a 1999 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and attended Grand Rapids Community College is employed at Petra Elec­ tronic Manufacturing. 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Graduation day for the Thornapple Kellogg High Schoo) Class of 2000 is Sun­ day. June 2. when at 3 p.m. seniors and their parents and friends will gather to mark this rite of passage. The Sun and News prints a celebratory advertisement each year, honoring the members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School senior class on their graduation. Each year some students do not turn in their photo­ graphs in time to be in­ cluded in the advertisement. And each year some parents call the newspaper office asking why their children's pictures were not included. Students turn their photos into the high school office during the year. The list of students graduating and the pictures which have been turned in then are given to the newspaper for publica­ tion. The students also turned photographs in for publica­ tion in the yearbook earlier this year. The deadline for turning pictures into the high school office is Friday. May 10. Students usually turn in sen­ ior photos, but any “head shot’’ will work as long as it is in focus, and the student is looking straight at the cam­ era. Students who have had an individual athletic photo­ graph taken can use that pic­ ture as well. Photographs should be identified clearly on the back For more information, call the high school office at 795-3394 TK Middle School teacher publishes young adult novel Parents and children volunteered together. Little hands worked on the baselines. Middleville Don’t forqet... is SUN., MAY 12th Your Wedding Day is Special... Your flowers should be too! -A Marisa Rakowski, MCF, Owner 314 Arlington (M-37) - Middleville (616) 795-3131 Monday, May 20, ipening day games. The weeding, raking and spreading new infield dust took all day. In addition, 250 spruce seedlings supplied by the Barry county Conserva­ tion District were planted along the hillside just to the east of the fields. This year volunteers in­ stalled the first 500 feet of protective fence topping. Another 750 feet will be in­ stalled along most of the chain link fences. Parks and rec program Director Mike Bremer says, “It was a really great help that Rose Construction do­ nated the use of a bobcat and operator to haul infield dust and fill. We couldn't have gotten as much done as we did without the help of Whether you’re looking for a new home, needing to improve your existing home, or would like to refinance, Hastings f"“City Bank has a plan for you! Stop P by any of our ■^4 offices for more information today! Hastings City Bank l£hoer Here For You Since 1886 FDIC Dan and Jason Rose.’’ The Thornapple Parks and Recreation little league seai son is slated to start: on Monday, May 20. Kettle Lake yard sale set The Kettle lake Elemen­ tary PTO will have its sec­ ond annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The sale will be held in­ side the school, located at 8451 Garbow Drive off Whitneyville Road (between 68th and 84th streets). More than 200 families are donating clothing, toys, tools, sports equipment, fur­ niture. household items, etc., for the sale. During the last hour of the sale, shoppers will be able to fill a grocery bag full of any items for a buck! All pro­ ceeds will go toward educa­ tional items needed at the school. Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School guidance coun selor Brian Willshire is en­ joying the fruits of years of writing labor with the publi­ cation of his young adult novel, “Folklore.” The novel which now centers on the courage of one young man in the face of a monster began life as a screenplay. Over the years Willshire revised his ideas, collected rejection notices and finally saw the novel published by Neshui Publishing of St. Louis, Mo. Advance copies of the book will be for sale for $9 during lunch hours at the middle school on Wednes­ day. May 15 Willshire will also be on hand to autograph books on May 15. The book should also be available in Grand Rapids area book stores later this week. Willshire was an eighth grade English teacher before being named counselor at the middle school. He in­ vites his former students to critique his work, saying "turnabout is only fair." One seventh grader who has completed the book says, “This is really good and exciting.” Information about the book is available at www.brianwillshire.com. AW SUMMER ARRIVALS Exceptional Clothing at Exceptional Prices! IARGE SEI.E1TI0V (II PUN SIZES |v Kim's Konsignnient y 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J, Caledonia, MI 49316 891-2418 I Houm: Mon. & Wed. 104pm; Turn & Thun,. lOOjwn; Fri Sal. 10-4} >m HAIRCUTS sl() Perms : mo & up Includes haircut. 616-795-1268 1*8' Payne Lake Road • Middleville, .Michigan 49333 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 1 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 7 2002/Page 7 Local Brownies display talents Eileen (Brog) Wilson WAYLAND - Eileen (Brog) Willson, age 78. of Wayland, went to be with Jesus on Thursday. May 2, 2002. Mrs. Willson was bom Feb. 19, 1924. She was bom and raised in Ixighton Township grad­ uating from Wayland Union High School in 1942. She married Hubert Willson on June 16, 1950. at Leighton E.U.B. Church, where she was a lifelong member. Eileen was involved with the Gideons International for 34 years, serving as an auxiliary member. She was a caring, loving wife, mother and grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband. Hubert; daughter. Peggy Brinks; grandchil­ dren. Curtis. Chad and Lisa Brinks; sisters. Barbara Magoon of Grand Rapids. Shirley Morrison of KS; brother, David Brog of Wayland; also several nieces. nephews and cousins. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents. George and Gertrude (Vollwiler) Brog; son-in-law. Dennis Brinks. Funeral and committal services were held Monday. May 6. 2002 at Leighton United Methodist Church of Caledonia. Rev. Raymond Townsend officiated. Inter­ ment Hooker Cemetery. Leighton Township. Memorials may be made to Gideons International. The arrangements were made by Archer. Hampel Wayland and [Kubiak Chapel. Ralph E. “Bud” Palmer MIDDLEVILLE Ralph E. ’Bud" Palmer, age 82, of Middleville, passed away May 1, 2002 at Carvcth Village, Middleville. Mr. Ralph E. "BudPalmer was born on July 20. 1919 in Middleville, the son of Miner and (Finkbeiner) Emma Palmer He was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1939. He was married to Ruth Bayne on June 27, 1953 at Hastings Presbyterian Church. Mr. Palmer wasemployed at Hastings Public Schools, Palmer Brothers Sheet Metal and also self-employed on his farm. He was a member of Peace Reformed Church in Middleville. He traveled with Hartzler’s of Lake Odessa, pitched fast pitch softball with his buddies for several years in Freeport during his younger years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth (Bayne) Palmer; son, Rex Palmer; his parents; one sister and two brothers. He is survived by one son, Randall (Barbara) Palmer of Middleville; 2 daughters, Judy Forsythe of Middleville and Cynthia (Ronald) Fales of Alto; 11 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 1 brother. Russell Palmer of Hastings and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday. May 4, 2002 at Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings. Reverend Charles E. Doombos officiated. Interment was at Irving Cemetery in Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan, 1260 Ekhart N.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Chapel of Middleville. by Hannah Ezinga. CHS junior Natural artistic abilities flourished as first through third grade Brownie Girl Scouts gathered at Caledo­ nia Elementary to earn their “Creative Composing" TryIt. Talents were showcased as the girls participated in activities drawing on the imagination. Dressing up to produce a play, painting, designing picture messages and creat­ ing musical instruments were several of the activities required to earn the Try-lt. Junior Girl Scouts at­ tended their own Badge Workshop, earning the badge “Write All About It.” The activities had a litera­ ture-based theme and in­ cluded experimenting with several forms of poems, cre­ ating and decorating a jour­ nal. composing add-a-line stories and meeting with io­ cal author Shirley Neitzel. The girls were also re­ quired to record their favor­ ite Girl Scout memory. This piece, along with the paint­ ings produced at the Brownie Workshop, are in the process of being com­ piled into several albums to be displayed in local ele­ mentary libraries and at the Caledonia Library. These albums will serve as an informative guide on all levels and aspects of Girl Scouting, and will provide the necessary information Brownies from Karen Ezinga's Troop 1389 (front row. from left) Nicole Vaneklase. Anne Mane Echelbarger (middle) Olivia Ezinga, Taylor Peterson. Tif­ fany Drollinger (back) Kelsey Kukuhs. Mackenzie Clark and Rachel Wick. Photo by Gayle Kraft. regarding registration into a troop. The albums will also showcase the individual work of girls, as they con- ROAST BEEF DINNER Sat., May 11th • 5-7 pm <Bowne (Renter ‘United IMethodist Church Corner of 84fh St. & Alden Nash Ave , Alto Mdults $7.00; children 6-12 $3.00; Children 5 and under ‘Free ^Rorfy Mona Fay Alma COLUMBIA - Mona Fay Alma, age 28, of Columbia. Tenn., formerly of Rock­ ford, Mich., passed away unexpectedly, April 22, 2002 at her home. She is survived by her parents, Linda Hargrave of Spring Hill, Tenn., and Janies Alma of Rockford. Mich; her grandparents. Olive and Sam Finkbeiner. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. siblings, Leslie (Ed) Pease, Vaughn Alma, Marie Alma; niece. Olivia; nephews, Tony and Isaac; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many special friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 27, 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Pastor John Price officiated. Inter­ ment Lakeside Cemetery. Caledonia. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS vey to the community how participation in Girl Scout­ ing has influenced and aftested their lives. Sp Pt SHti Caite Treat someone you love (or even yourself) to a day of relaxation and pampering with one of our great Day Spa Packages! Give the gift of relaxation with a complete day of pampering services Ultimate Spa Package 1/2-hr. sauna. I-hr. massage, full facial, spa pedicure and spa manicure. $170 (approx. 5 hrs.) Classic Day Spa Afternoon Delight l/2-hr. massage, full facial, spa pedicure and spa manicure. $130 (approx. 3 1/2 hrs.) Mini Day Spa Spa pedicure, spa manicure, mini facial. $105 (approx 2 1/2 hrs.) I hr. massage, mini facial, spa pedicure and spa manicure. $150 (approx. 4 hrs.) All da> spas include a ’light champagne lunch in our beautiful Garden Room Herbal tea and lemon water will also be available. 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Lauren Tandy. Heidi VanderHeide. Alesha Ward, Sven Welz. Kimberly Williamson and Lindsey Wilson. A and B Honor Roll — Lauren Ayers. Ross Barrett. Caleb Batdorff. Samantha Bell. Jennifer Berryman. Angela Book. Whitley Bre­ mer. Kindra Burger. Kody Burns. Brent Butgereit, Chloe Buxton. Jesse Cecil, Anna Cisler. Brett Dawson, Jonathan Delger. Jeffery Dickerson, Alicia Doxtater, Allie Dragoo, Devon Dubois, Kyle Eaton, Joshua Foote, Laci Forbes. Ethan Fuller, Levi Funk. Joe Getty, Samantha Goodwin, Ashlee Gross, Sarah Grummet. Heather Harrington, Megen Horton. Tim Howarth, Ash­ ley Jachim, Lyle Jackson, Josiah Jenkins, Abigail Kiel. Hillary Klunder, Kelsey Krey, Sarah Laycock, Dan­ iel Lemon, Brooks Lesert, ICooMaum yKeadotvs l^etiiement Oitdaye Meaghan Lloyd, Kevin Lu­ 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Ml 49058 W cas, Daniel Lydy, Kyle Mackay, Bethanic Marble An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community Nathan Marklevitz, Jordan Matthai. 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Todd Bronsink. Keley Brown. Mark Brown. Ash­ Eighth-graders lee Burns. San Bustamante. All As — Erin Baragar. Elizabeth Cipponeri. Alex Jason Blain. Robbi Blain. Clemons. Tucker Colburn. Scott Blood, Amanda BouStevie Cooper. James Cran­ whuis, Zachary Campbell. dell. Ben Curtis. Rebekah Kara DeLille. Blaine DiDaining. Lisa DeWitt. Brett mond. Shelby Donker. Dulyea. Cody Furman. Christine Etter, Jessica David Gillig. Steven Glenn. Elaska. Kelly Funk, Vanessa Zachariah Gross. Casey Glass. Kcrsta Gustafson. Grummet. Lisa Haywood. Kathryn Hauschild, Jessica Michael Hoag. Tim Johnson. Jayne Kennicott, Huizenga. Patrick Hum­ Michelle Nesbitt. Emily Nyphrey. Donald Johnson. land. Stacy Roberts. Troy Xieanne Kochi. Neil LaRock. Kyla Sisson. Michael Seventh-graders Voie. Jacob Lenartz. Aaron Texter, Emily VandcrGeld. All As — Amy Ball. Blake McGillicuddy. David Mc­ Katherine VandcrWood. Ni­ cole Weidmann and Alicia Berkimer. Amanda Bru- Mahon. Gunnar Meyering. insma, Caitlin Chamberlin. Ashley Moore. Amanda Zinn. A and B Honor Roll — Amanda Denney, Allyson Morgan. Nathaniel Newton. Ashley Ayers. Haley Babitz, Foster. Laura Frey. Saman­ David Ordway. Katlyn Pat­ Joshua Baird. Derrick tha Hauschild, Jaime Hester, terson, Nicholas Piccard. Brock. Kathryn Chapman, Corey Humphrey. Elizabeth John Price. Nathaniel Ronald Christians. Chelsea Ketchum. Renee Kimbrell. Runals. Zachary Runge. Dubois. Imari Engstrom. Michelle London. Ashleigh Zach Smith. Michelle Starr. Emily Fate, Mitchell Fisher. loind. Katie McCarty. Ellen Angelica Suares. Cody Kristin Fredenburg. Jill Phillips. Melissa Piets, Abi­ Thorington, Cory Tietz. An­ Funk. Sarah Garrett, Travis gail Quisenberry. Samantha drea Truer. Valerie VanGraham, Francis Griffith. Reeder. Samuel Scholtens, Bemdcn. Jamie VanStee, Er­ Christopher Grummet, Nich­ Joel Tate, Ashley Van- ica Veneklase. Zachary olas Hcidt, Brittany Idema. dcrMecr. Kate Wilson. Re­ Warren. Natasha Watkins. Jessie Irwin, Tessa Kamp. becca Winchester and Chris­ Sarah Wenger. Alison Whit­ ney, Marissa. Wierenga. Kristen Kidder. Bethany topher Zatzkc. Kitzrow, Heidi Klunder, A and B Honor Roll — Benjamin Wolter and Jes­ Brittney Maring. Kara Cory Adgatc. Kevin sica Wotchko. (Third marking period) Why live alone when you can live with us? I I I mith iamond I — - * SOUTH OFFICE I ____ I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I ---- OP’EPi HOUSE---I Sunday, May 14 • 2-4 pm CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: I Hard-to-find 2 story home, nes­ I tled on 2.3 private acres with I woods and open land. Fenced I area for kids or pets. Cozy wood I burning fireplace in family room I and full finished basement. I $174,900. Call John McCleve. 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Brittans Wing. Jenna Wing and Stephanie Wingeicr Boses to 7 ▼ celebrate ■ 40 years . of marriage y 4 Dave and Shirley Bos will celebrate their 40th wed­ ding anniversary on May 18, 2002. They were married May 18, 1962 at Olivet Reformed Church in Grandville. They have two children, Deb (Jeff) McKenna and Dawn (Kirt) Reigler and four grandchildren (Nick, Travis, Brandon & Tara). This special occasion will be celebrated with family. Please send cards to them at 12482 Park Drive, Wayland, Ml 49348. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Mxkflevilie Mi/May 7 2002/Page 9 May TK Library events outlined Adults like Sue Reinstein brought poems of life and death, memory, relationships and even about a dead skunk. Then the jam moved to the Midtown Cafe where the cozy back room brought out the best poems from middle and high school students and adults in the area Allan Buckowing read a poem and revealed that he was inspired by the example of Sarah Wiese. Sue Wiese read some of her daughter's poetry in homage of a life cut too short (Sarah died in September) May story hours are scheduled for Thursdays. May 9 and May 23. On May 9. Franccy Tobin will read about absolutely Marvelous Moms" and on May 23 she will help young readers go ’ Buggy for Books.*’ Story hours last about halt an hour and begin at 7 p.m. at the Thornappk Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary located inside the I K high school. Each evening includes stories, songs and a craft. During the week of May 20-24 Michigan Week mate­ rials will be available tor students to pick up The library will be open its summer hours beginning May 28. Until the last day of school June 7 the library will be open frojn 9 a.m. un­ til 4 p.m. on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays. The library will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Beginning on Friday. June 7. through Labor Day the library will be closed on Fridays. A calendar of summer li­ brary events is included in the most recent edition of The Key. For more information about the Thornapple Kel­ logg School and Community Library call 795-5434. Sometimes it takes Two jam locations a miracle to get a couple into church. double the fun After you've celebrated the wonder of birth, cume join us as we celebrate another miracle. The miracle of Jesus Christ. NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED BOY, Aleck James, bom at Blodgett Hospital on March 9, 2002 at 1:04 p.m. to Jeremy and Cynthia Anderson of Kentwood. Weighing 8 lbs. 0 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. Welcomed home by sister. Amber. Proud grandparents are Dick and Linda Kurr of Middleville and Tim and Jane Anderson of Alto. The April 30 poetry jam sponsored by the Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community Library brought young poets with their poems to the library. Here (from left) Austin Powell, Jordyn Pascucci and Cassie DeHaan celebrate their poems both funny and poignant Good Sheperd Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 908 W. Main St., Middleville 616-795-2391 • Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday Estate Planning & Long Term Health Care FREE Seminar May 9, 2002 Thursday 7:00 p.m. With Robert J. Longstreet - Attorney at Law Susan A. Foster, Deborah L. Wert & Cheryl J. Mosey Money Concepts Financial Planners Call for Reservations 795-3387 or 1-800-795-3287 Thornapple Financial Center & Money Concepts 111 S. Broadway, Middleville LNDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OF MONEY CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL, INC. All Securities through Money Concept Capital Corp., Member NASD/SIPC 7121 Fairway Dnve, Suite 202 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418-3764 • Tel: 561-472-2000 �Page 10/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/May 7. 2002 Home business regulations revamped in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer After struggling with vari­ ous home businesses issues for the past several years, the Caledonia Planning Commission has come up with some new regulations they hope will help manage the problems The draft zoning ordi­ nance must yet go through a public hearing process and be approved by the Town­ ship Board before it is offi­ cially enacted. Commissioners hope the details for businesses and activities, will in the future be simplified, and yet be more clearly specified than in the past. "Home occupations" now refer to those businesses conducted inside the home. Allowable home occupa­ tions will exhibit no appar­ ent evidence that a business is being conducted, and would not have an impact on the residential neighborhood where it is located. No alteration to the home would be needed in order to carry on the businesses. No customer traffic would be obvious. Storage of materi­ als would be unseen by anyone not in the home. Only one commercial vehi­ cle, of specified types, mo­ torized or non-motorized, would be allowed to be parked on the premises. The goal is that no disruption to a normal residential neigh­ borhood would result from the home occupation. slteiu1 \ D Make your * appointments now for all your... TANNING and BODY WAXING NEEDS Try it today - you ’ll be pleased with the results. 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appt ! A term "home based busi­ ness* would include those businesses in which the owner conducts activities outside or off the properly premises. A painter, for in­ stance. would be registered at home, but most of the work would be done else­ where. Previous definitions des­ ignated "major or minor home occupations." Loosely, the "major" home occupation was similar to the home based business, though the situations permit­ ting such operations will be much more stringent than before, and some types of operations would not be al­ lowed at all. Some busi­ nesses would be limited to areas zoned for those activi­ ties. Discouraging industrial type production and com­ mercial operations in con­ centrated residential neigh­ borhoods is the goal. Such businesses often become disruptive and conflict with residential activities. Exces­ sive trash receptacles, traf­ fic, noise, frequent deliver­ ies. storage of vehicles, ma­ terials and equipment con­ nected with the business use become problematic for neighbors. Property values and quality of life can suf­ fer. Meanwhile, there is great incentive for business own­ American Manufactured Living, Inc. CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville ers to grow at the home site because the expenses are lower than for the business person with an appropriately zoned operation, raising is­ sues of fairness. Some own­ ers never get a permit. But those businesses that have not been permitted or have grown too large, would be in violation of the ordi­ nance and risk complaints and having to cease or dis­ rupt the business by moving. In more dense neighbor­ hoods. the commissioners want to disallow home based businesses that use ac­ cessory buildings for pro­ duction of a salable product, and even for storage. Problems have occurred in the past where a single administrator issued a per­ mit. misinterpreting the dis­ tinction between major and minor. The new require­ ments would prevent that. Now if an owner wants any part of the business to expand beyond the walls or the residence, five acres or more would be required. To be eligible for a special use permit for a home based business, the applicant would have to go to the Planning Commission for approval. A public hearing, notices to neighbors and a site plan review would be required as well. Additional special criteria for home based businesses are yet to be finalized. Last day to register for school vote is May 13 by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The last day for voters to register for the upcoming regular school district elec­ tion is 5 p.m. Monday. May 13. Those registering after that time and date will not be eligible to vote in the June 10 election. The polls will open on Monday, June 10, 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Scheduled to be on the ballot are two open Caledo­ nia school board member seats. These seats are full four-year terms ending in 2006. Three individuals have been nominated to fill the vacancies: Bernard Nagel, Ken Yonker and Stephen Zoet. Further information about these candidates will be forthcoming in the Sun and News. Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, June 7. According to a notice pro­ vided by the Board of Edu­ cation, voting places are as follows: • Precinct No. 1 — High School Commons, Caledo­ nia High School. The first precinct consists of all terri­ tory of the school district south of 84th Street. Call 945-9554 for ACTtON-ads • Precinct No. 2 — Kettle Lake Elementary School. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district north of 84th Street and east of the Thornapple River. Precinct No. 3 Dutton Elementary School. The third precinct consists of all territory of the school dis­ trict north of 84th Street and west of the Thornapple River. 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Ml/May 7. 2002/Page 11 POLICE BEAT I Grave digger unknowingly turns up bones in Mt. Hope A Cheboygan woman vis­ iting her father’s grave in the Mt. Hope Cemetery on West State Road in Thor­ napple Township Saturday made a startling discovery in a dirt pile where she had reached down to pick up a rock. “There was a dirt pile in the back of the cemetery where the excavators were digging new graves,” said Det. Sgt. Terry Klotz of the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. “This woman is visiting her fa­ ther’s grave nearby. She has a rock garden and she sees this rock next to the dirt pile. She picks up the rock and sees what she thinks is a skull protruding from the dirt.” The woman, a nurse, moved in closer and con­ firmed the remains were hu­ man, then she called 911. “It was very old,” said Klotz, adding that the exca­ vators had dug a grave next to the dirt pile last Decem­ ber. “They didn’t know they had dug it up.” Klotz explained that cemetery sexton Mike Halli- Man fights with officers during drunk driving arrest An angry ex-boyfriend who showed up drunk at a Center Road home in Cas­ tleton Township late Satur­ day ended up in jail on fel­ ony charges after striking two officers who tried to ar­ rest the 23-year-old Lansing area man for misdemeanor drunk driving and for driv­ ing on a suspended license. Trooper Brian Roderick and Nashville Police Officer Jeff Miller were treated at Pennock Hospital after the scuffle, in which Shayne Al­ len Pryde allegedly became combative. The victim told officers that Pryde drove back and forth in front of the home af­ ter being told to leave the residence. “Upon the officers’ arri­ val, it was obvious he had been drinking,” said police. “He failed his sobriety tests and blew a .14 on a prelimi­ nary breath test.” Pryde allegedly began swearing and swinging at the officers as they at­ tempted to place him under arrest. “He took a swing at the trooper and grazed his chest.” said police. “Then he struck officer Miller in the chest with his elbow and he struck the trooper in the chin with the back of his head.” Pryde was then subdued with pepper spray and placed into the patrol car, where he allegedly began kicking a window After submitting to a blood draw at Pennock Hos­ pital. Pryde allegedly apolo gized to the officers as he was being lodged in the Barr) County Jail, police Pryde was charged * ilh second offense drunk driv­ ing. resisting and obstruct- dnung on a suspended hcensc and malic k us de­ struction of police property. He was arraigned on the charges April 29 when a $2,500 cash bond was set. See Police Beat, continued on page 12 fax was not aware that buri­ als had taken place in that area of the cemetery. “Prior to the 1940s, burial vaults were not required by law,” said Klotz. “This was apparently an old section of the cemetery and the graves were unmarked.” Klotz recovered the bones and held them at the Michi­ gan State Police Post during his investigation before turn­ ing them over to Hallifax for re-interment. “The determination was that they were from the 1800s or earlier,” Klotz said. “We don’t know who it was.” Hallifax told police that in 28 years of sexton work “he’s never had this happen before,” said Klotz. 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SOUTHWEST: 19 (4us country acres Perked near the road at one lime $05,900 Kay IMrM 291-0401 Many Mort Listings Available' For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently available call: Kathy Benton 262 3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Rav/Louise Diehl 291-0401'948-8225 Beth Ann Foftg 868-0887 Tom Gar bow *68 0045 Barbara Getty 830-2550 Dave Krumm 915-4763 Laura Martin 891-7619 Rich McX'onnon 292 4693 Giant Stnes90l 2401 Cathv Williamson 293-7.191 Introducing Your New Healthcare Partner A New Name, New Mission New Pledge of Service To You Pennock, the name you've known and trusted for the area’s best health care is on a new mission to serve you even better. We've changed our name to Pennock Health Services and put together new standards of service you’ll appreciate on your very next visit. Each and every Pennock employee and volunteer has taken a pledge to be your partner in personal, professional and progressive care. This means we pledge to treat you with courtesy, respect, professionalism and compassion while prox iding the most state of the art healthcare in the finest possible facility. For more information, or to find affiliated physician near you, call (616) 945-1 PHY (1749) k Partner, James We; Pennock HEA ptoleSMonal, progre5j, Miners Visit us on the web at w ww.pennockhealth.com �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7, 2002 CMS student pursues his dream on the ice by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer What school age ice hockey buff doesn't dream of playing with “the big guys?” Brent DeLoach, a Caledo­ nia Middle School eighth grader, doesn’t just dream it, he’s doing it. DeLoach played on the Kent Area Law Enforcement Team (KALE) in a March 23 ice hockey fund-raiser against the Guns-N-Hoses. Not only did he play, he was their goalie. According to the event coordinator, Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment Detective Jack Stewart, he did a fine job. Good enough for the KALE team to beat the Guns-NHoscs 7-5. DeLoach was the only teen-ager to play on the men's team. “He was worked hard.” said his mom, Susan Stap­ ish. “They didn't go light on him.” Asked if he enjoyed him­ self, DeLoach replied. “Yeah! It was a blast!” According to Stewart, even the players on the other team thought DeLoach did a good job. “They tried ‘dekemg’ him (faking a shot), but he shut them down.” said Stewart. “He stopped some tough shots.” Local area merchants do­ nate prizes to the event and each year the ice hockey fund-raiser contributes to a different cause. This year’s contributions will be going toward an educational fund set up for Sammy Ballen­ tine. son of Assistant Kent County Prosecutor James Ballentine Ballentine died this past year, at the age of 34, from Lou Gehrig's dis­ ease (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). The fund-raiser helped to add $2,100 to one year old Sammy’s fund. The KALE team has in­ vited DeLoach to play on their team throughout his high school years. He is also Though only a teenager, DeLoach proved he could keep up with the men of the KALE team. He kept the puck from reaching the 'pipes' (goal) enough for the team to win 7-5 in the fund-raiser KALE team mem­ bers from Caledonia include (from left) CMS health and PE teacher Ralph Shefferly (out of the fund­ raiser due to an injury). DeLoach, Schmidt and De­ tective Jack Stewart scheduled to play goalie for the combined Lowell/Caledonia JV team starting next fall. Besides ice hockey, he also enjoys track and scout­ ing. DeLoach is currently working on his Eagle Scout project. His biggest fans include his mom, Susan Stapish. and two sisters, recently married ATTENTION HOME BUYERS It’s a buyer’s market, so let me help you start shopping. For your FREE pre-approval call 891-SOLD WENDY ZANDSTRA REALTOR* Smith Diamond To coin a hockey term deLoach “stood on his head" for the KALE team. Main Office 891-2222 8980 N Rodgers Cl.. Caledonia, Ml Police Beat, continued from page 11 You’ve worked hard for your money Make it work hard for you Considering all the time, effort and expense it takes to run a successful small business, how can you ensure that your retirement years really will be your golden years? You are invited to join a group of business owners and me for a FREE retirement planning luncheon. We will discuss the concerns you have about running your business while also trying to plan for retirement. I’ll explain a variety of retirement planning options that may meet your specific needs. Many retirement plans are surprisingly simple and inexpensive to set up and maintain, making it easier for you to plan for you and your employees finan­ cial future. PLEASE JOIN US FOR LUNCH TO LEARN MORE! Where: Monterey Grille, 9866 Cherry’ Valley Ave., Caledonia When: Monday, May 20th at 12:00 pm RSVP: Seating is limited so call Kelly at 891-1173 Hosted by: Drew McFadden, Investment Representative Drew McFadden Reward offered for info on safe heist Police still have no leads in the theft of a safe contain­ ing more than $8,000 in cash, checks and gift certifi­ cates from Sam’s Joint bar and restaurant at 2412 Briggs Road in Yankee Springs Township, which occurred early March 31. Det. Sgt. Terry Klotz said Sam’s Joint Owner Sean Bravata is offering a $500 reward for information lead­ ing to the arrest and convic­ tion of the person responsi­ ble for breaking into the building through a kitchen door and taking the safe from inside a cabinet. Tips can be reported to Barry County Silent Ob­ server at 1-800-310-9031 or to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police at 948-8283. The restaurant had not been open on March 31 be­ cause it was Easter Sunday and the break-in was discov­ ered by Bravata at about 8:40 a.m. April 1. “The cupboard doors were open where the safe was kept and the safe was missing,” said Klotz. Rebecca (Hunter) and Jenni­ fer Stapish. “It made him feel real good about help­ ing,” said his mom. The KALE team used to consist of firemen and po­ lice officers, but is now made up of mostly firemen and medics. Former CMS Principal Craig Schmidt is also a member of the KALE team. And though an injury caused CMS health and physical education teacher Ralph Shcfferly to miss this last fund-raiser, he is now ready to go for the next one. For those interested in finding out more about this fund-raiser or for businesses interested in donating, call Ava Grover at 956-6026. AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.: Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Show Mom how much you care Th© a from- ’ ■ MAIN ATTRACTION 9175 Cherry Valley Avenue • Caledonia, Michiaan 49316 (Located tai Gtenn Vatley Retail) 891 -HAIR (4247) Choose from our many services: Hair, Massage, Body Wraps, Body Treatments, Pedicures, Nails, Facials, Waxing $5 Off:$id;off$35FS' 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. S.E. Suite E. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Bus: 616-891-1173 Toll Free: 866-891-11 Edwardjones I Any Spa Service [ Hi-Lite and ! $12^anicure ^ith Holly Kaye Massage, Pedicure, I Hair Cut \ Scalp, Body Wrap * & Facial 1 ASw Clients only please ■ EXPIRES 6-15-02 ! EXPIRES 6-15-02 New Clients EXPIRES 6 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 7. 2002/Page 13 ® PHOTO Center It’s Prom Time! Don’t trust your film to just anyone. 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This program was an in­ troduction to the fine arts festival being held at the Lincoln Campus May 10. at 1-Hour Processing Additional which time these students will again have the opportu­ nity to participate. This year’s theme is “Flower Power.” Students designed and painted clay pots under the direction of “Mija,” who is said to have performed a wonderful job of helping students explore their creativity. To tie into this theme, stu­ dents are learning basic hor­ ticulture skills in their class­ room under the direction of Deb Burri. a para-educator, and horticultural therapist. Such skills as propagating houseplants and starting vegetable seeds are learned by the students. These skills are then transferred over to learned skills in nurturing and responsibility. Students participated in a plant sale during conference week and are anxiously awaiting planting their vegetable plants this spring. APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... 990 Caledonia sign ordinance won’t allow new billboards by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission completed re­ visions on the sign ordi­ nance at a workshop April 29. The final draft of the zon­ ing ordinance sections, a public hearing, and final ap­ proval by the board are yet to come. Starting with the sign or­ dinance now in place. Con­ sultant Ken Dettloff incor­ porated written suggestions from other sources, to create a first draft which the com­ missioners fine-tuned to their own preference at the last meeting. No new large billboard signs will be allowed in the township under the ordi­ nance. In industrial-2 zones, signs of no more than 18 feet high will be allowed, unless attached flat against a building. Spacing, size and height limits and other vis­ ual safety and aesthetic con­ siderations allow some bill­ boards to continue at present locations, but leave no room for more to be built. In the commercial zoning districts. 60 square feet of sign space is allowed, not to exceed 12 feet in height. Permits must be obtained to have a permanent com­ mercial sign, and include in­ spection by the building de­ partment to assure construc­ tion safety. Signs must not extend out from the face, be­ yond the wails or above the roof. A sign must be main­ tained. and if any major change in the information and design is planned, a new permit must be obtained, which will bring old signs into uniformity under the re­ vised ordinance. Signs for various pur­ poses are governed by the district in which they are to be placed. Public facilities may have identification signs not exceeding 32 square feet. In the ag. resi­ dential 1. 2 and 3 zones, and in flood plain districts, sign placement must be at least 25 feet from the road right of way. Signs exempt from permit requirements include gov­ ernment signs, (non-profit organizations) flags, address signs (two square feet), pri­ vate traffic signs, accessory signs (six to eight square feet), political signs, essen­ tial services, landmark signs, no trespassing, and memo­ rial signs. Portable signs not perma­ nently anchored or secured to a building, structure or ground with the intent of ad­ vertising will continue to be prohibited. Temporary signs on pri­ vate property are to be lim­ ited to 30 days duration. Rotating or flashing illu­ mination will be prohibited and must not illuminate ad­ jacent residential property. Changeable messages are al­ lowed with no less than a two-second time interval. Lighted signs are to use light lettering on a dark ground. Electrically lighted signs also require an electri­ cal permit. Usually a sign contractor will be aware of the township stipulations for erecting signs in order to be in compliance. A sign must be insured, and the certificate of insur­ ance for public safety was raised from S 100.000 to $1 million for injury to one per­ son to a total of S3 million for injury to more people from a sign. Enforcement of the ordi­ nance w ill be handled by the zoning administrator, and inspection can be requested by the Planning Commis­ sion. GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS SAME DAY Off HEXT DAY PHDCESSIHG Ask about the Printing Plus Club Card for extra value! SPECIALTY PAPERS SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES COPIES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 in tno Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7. 2002 Page Career Fair helps Slh-graders explore by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Fifth-graders have been learning about careers from people who know about them first hand for eight years. This year saw some new faces and some familiar with the school district returning. Students even got to see first hand the need to be Nurse Linda Parker had lots of volunteers dunng her discussion Joe Pagano demonstrates decorative slicing Orthodontist Eric Hannapel had lots of help show­ ing off teeth flexible when middle school Principal Mike Spahr pitch hit for a speaker who could Mother's “ Day is Sunday, Jlay f2th "Our Moms' Left to right: Great-Great Grandma Mary Hayward; Great Grandma Maureen Robinson; lessica Robinson Crampton; Grandma JoAnn Rothnson; Front: Wyatt Thomas Crampton Geraniums Clematis Lots of Hanging Baskets Bedding Plants... Vegetables & Flowers Perennials & Herbs Asparagus S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE m A on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (616) 795 9758 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 9am-8pm; Sun. 12 noon-Spm not come on Thursday, April 25. On Wednesday speakers were Joe Pagano, a chef and restaurant owner; Medical doctor Jayne Courts. Bill Schoonveld talking about construction and Mike Bre­ mer, who told students how much he loves his job as the new program director for the local parks and recreation department. Other speakers on Wednesday were Barry County Commissioner Jim French; orthodontist Eric Hannapel, who handed out toothbrushes that changed color; Steve Chausow, who talked about being a con­ tractor and home builder; pi­ lots Kirk Emlinger and Karen Dimond. and service manager and mechanic Scott Vanderwoude. On Thursday artist Don Williamson showed how everyone (even parents) can have an artist’s eye, even if they can’t draw a straight line. Matt Kirkwood talked about how the fear of thun­ derstorms helped him be­ come a television meteor- Leader Naturalist Steve Bare showed off the tools (or toys) he uses in his career with the Michigan Department of Agriculture Christopher J. Hier, ♦ ♦ . » Continued next page 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. jjF \n eV-T Your Smile The First Thing People See! Artist Don Williamson talked about how art careers are part of everyday life �The Sun and News Middleville. ML May 7. 2002/Page 17 CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Psychologist’s sentence Regular Meeting_____________ CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP May 1. 2002 Present Harrison Snyder Cardwell. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Absent; Bravata Also Present Manager/Ptanner Zylstra, Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citizens The meeting was called to order at 7:03 pm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to add Search Committee for Zoning Administrator Ayes All MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Harrison to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None RECOMMENDATIONS OF CHANGES FROM FINANCE COMMITTEE FOR JEP: Robertson discussed changes from the work session Snyder commented on concerns of the new jep Moved Harnson, sec­ ond Robertson that the positions of clerk, treasurer, utilities administrator and building inspectors be removed from the JEP Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson. second Cardwell to move the reception­ ist to grade level 5. the utilities billing to grade level 7, and the utilities operator to grade level 10 Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson. second Robertson to approve salary and wage progression tables o* the JEP be adjusted to the levels »n the provided tables Discuss*^ was held Cardwell commented on skewing of grades 8 & 9 Robertson commented that supervisors are able to bn.ig the JEP up for review at any time and no employee is a pnsoner of the JEP. Ayes Harnson. Bujak Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Snyder Moved Harnson. second Robertson that pay grade 8 level 5 to be set at $15.55 and held at that level until COLA or marketplace adjustments in the proposed JEP guidelines catch up Ayes: Harnson. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Snyder and Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harnson. second Robertson to amend the manager s contract to be adjust­ ed to incorporate the updated JEP guidelines Discussion was held Ayes Robertson. Stauffer and Bujak Nay: Harnson Snyder, and Cardwell MOTION DIED. Moved Harnson that the current policy of medical reim­ bursement be discontinued and employees not choosing medical insurance will have $1500.00 added to their wages, with con­ tributions from 2002 to be report­ ed on a 1099 Died for lack of second Moved Cardwell sec ond Snyder to give 5% towards deterred comp . and allow up to an additional 5% match Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held regarding YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY, MAY 16 2002 COMMENCING AT 7:30 P.M. AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD. MID­ DLEVILLE. MICHIGAN. CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING: 1 ZOC 02-03-04. PARCEL ID. NO. 018-004-00; A REQUEST BY TIM SCOBEY TO REZONE A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 925 S. PAYNE LAKE RD FROM THE •AGRICULTURE’ ZONING DISTRICT TO THE “RESIDEN­ TIAL SINGLE FAMILY” ZONING DISTRICT. 2. ZOC 02-04-05. PARCEL ID NO 020-005-10; A REQUEST BY LARRY KNOWLES TO REZONE THE NORTH 160 FEET OF THE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF M-179 AND LYNN DRIVE FROM THE *C-2. COMMERCIAL' ZONING DISTRICT TO THE -RSF RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY” ZONING DIS3 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. SIGNED WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP PLANNING COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXIL­ IARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL^' CATHY STRICKLAND SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION the budget implications Moved Harnson second Stauffer to have the manager and the trea­ surer make budget amend­ ments. Harnson withdrew his motion Move Harnson. second Cardwell to instruct the township manager to prepare necessary budget amendments to imple­ ment the JEP. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Pay adjust­ ments would be made at perfor­ mance reviews FIRE COMMISSION REC­ OMMENDATION: Moved Harnson. second Cardwell to appoint a three person fire fight­ er search committee to be com­ prised of Acting Fire Chief Bnan Bennett an outside Fire Chief and resident Bill Thornton. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to appoint a three person search committee composed of 2 out­ side fire chiefs and Bill Thornton Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. LOGO CONTEST: Moved Bujak second Harnson to initi­ ate a contest for the Township logo with an award of $50 00 and drawings due by August 1, 2002 Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. HOME TOWN HERO AWARD: Moved Harnson. sec­ ond Snyder to initiate a Home Town Hero Award program as descnbed m the attached letter Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to not allow Township Board members to receive the award dunng their term. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. SEARCH COMMITTEE FOR THE ZONING ADMINISTRA­ TOR: Moved Snyder, second Harrison to appoint Dave Zylstra. Treasurer Cardwell, and Supervisor Harrison to the Zoning Administrator Search Committee Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Treasurer Cardwell commented on the loss of Betsy Macicak. She also discussed the lack of coverage for the Zoning position while Planner Zylstra is on vacation in the absence of a Zoning Administrator. Harrison commented on Mary Chapman handling issues of a general nature. BOARD COMMENTS: Cardwell commented on an article in the Sun & News from a previous meeting as she was absent. She requested a finance workshop be scheduled. Harrison com­ mented regarding his quote in the paper was in defense of Cardwell and Snyder Bujak is disappointed that the Board denied an increase for the Manager/Planner. Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to hold the first meeting of June as a workshop at 5:30 p.m. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Harnson commented on wages stated in Manager s contract. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to adjourn Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk delayed in assault case he is a fully license clinical Dr. John Aninas Abraitis, potting soil.” ‘He will have an anger psychologist with over 25 52. of Yankee Springs years of counseling experi­ Township, was granted a de­ management assessment.” ence. layed sentence last week in Rhodes told the court. One of the n\any counsel­ Abraitis has advertised in Barry County Circuit Court ing services Abraitis ofters until Nov. 7 on a felonious a neighboring newspaper is anger management coun­ assault charge, after which that he operates a practice at seling. time the charge would be 2525 East Pans SE and that dismissed if he is successful under the terms of proba­ tion. “I have nothing to say that’s appropriate for the re­ cord.” said Barry County Street purchase and other relat­ Summary Minutes of the Prosecutor Gordon Shane Regular Meeting of the Village ed items will be finalized this McNeill before sentencing. of Caledonia “I would ask the court to Unfinished Business: none April 8. 2002 follow the recommenda­ New Business Cal to Order at 7:00 pm A 2002 Grass Management Pledge of Allegiance tion.” Proposal (Sheep Grazing) Present: Bierlein. Erskine. Defense attorney Daniel for the WasteWater Oaks, Penfold. Unger, Zandstra. R. Rhodes asked the court to Treatment Plant Motion Regan & Ayers order the plea under advise­ Carried Absent: Audy B Arbor Day proclamation ment “for licensing pur­ Consideration of meeting was postponed unW a tree agenda: Add items C & D to poses.” dedication can be done New Business, motion carried According to authorities, C Lease agreement for Approval of Consent Abraitis would be able to Wayne Rodgers to lease Agenda: Motion Carried. maintain his license as clini­ farmland at Treatment Public Comments - none Plant Motion earned Township Liaison Report • cal psychologist. He prac­ D Lease agreement tor Bill Township reinstated the Cable tices in Grand Rapids. Neil to lease farmland at Committee Abraitis last month en­ Treatment Plant Motion Village Manager Report: tered a no contest plea to the The annual CDBG Program earned Public Comments charge for allegedly slap­ Agreement needs to be signed Extended: None Ayers gave a brief summation of ping his neighbor with a 12Council Comments: the MML Legislative Conference inch “diving” knife last Adjournment 7:35 p.m. that she attended in March Sept. 30 in a dispute over Respectfully submitted by Village President Re|9or1: the neighbor’s dog defecat­ Penfold reported that 92nd Sandra Ayers, Clerk ing in Abraitis’ yard. The victim had told police that Abraitis had entered his property making threatening remarks and then slapped the neighbor with the side of the blade. After the alleged attack, the victim called police and Spring Clean-up in Middleville will begin Monday. May 13. then snapped a photograph at 7 a m. Crews will make one pass through the Village to col of Abraitis standing in his led junk furniture, appliances, rolled carpet and other bulky yard with the knife, accord­ household items that have outlived their usefulness ing to a report by the Hast­ Refrigerators and other appliances must all have air-tight doors ings Post of the Michigan completely detached for safety State Police. The following items WILL NOT be picked up Petroleum based produds, toxic chemicals, paint, motor vehicle parts “Mr. Abraitis told troop­ building demolition or construction wastes (including concrete) ers he was holding a garden­ batteries, food wastes, animal wastes, yard wastes and car ing tool,” said officers. “But casses and any other materials deemed hazardous troopers were able to find a All junk should be placed neatly on the curb side for disposal large diving knife in some no later than May 12. Residents are asked to follow this Middleville woman earns award at Hope Hillary B Stone, a Hope College junior from Middleville, received a Political Science Department Book Award dunng the annual Honors Convocation held April 25. The department of politi­ cal science presents book awards to students who have demonstrated unusual promise in political science in its classes and activities At least half of these are awarded to firsyW j Summary of Minutes CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL SPRING CLEAN-UP Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads timetable to keep neighborhood unsightliness to a minimum Please bag or box small Herns Junk placed after that date will not be picked up All homes will be visited once, and this ser vice is available to Village residents only Please call with any questions or concerns Thanks in advance tor your time and attention in this matter 310 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 13, 2002. at 7 00 p m . the Planning Comn.-ssion of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Halt. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the application of Jamie Wright and Joe Sheahan for a special use permit to operate a motor vehi cie repair shop in a C-1 Neighborhood Business District, located north of 68th Street, East of WhitneyvHie Avenue Parcel »41-23-02-451 (last 3 numbers to be assigned) The lands are legally described as follows That part of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, described as Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section, thence N 00’10'17” W 295 00 ft along said West Ime. thence S89e57'43' E 295 332 feet parallel with the South line of said SE 1/4; thence S 00~IO'17”E 295 00 feet, thence N 89’57 43’ W 295 32 feet to the place of beginning Parcel is subject to highway right of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 48-foot wide stop of land, the centerline of which ts descnbed as Beginning at a point on the West hne of the SE 1/4 of Section 2, T5N, R10W Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, which ts N 00'1017- W 186 81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of said Section thence N 89'54 54* E 88 71 feet, thence N OZ’OZ’IO' E 108 07 feet to the place of ending of the centerline of said easement A copy of the proposed special use permit is on fife and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia township Cterk 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, during Township office hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the pro­ posed rezonmg Written comments may be submitted to the Township office, at the above stated address up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated May 2 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 7. 2002 Raise rejected, continued from page 1 and contained recommenda­ tions by the Finance Com­ mittee. The plan attempts to establish rated levels and classes related to perform­ ance and levels of pay. simi­ lar to the civil service sys­ tem, Supervisor Bryan Har­ rison explained. The com­ mittee includes trustees Richard Robertson and 1-arry Stauffer and the su­ pervisor. Zylstra worked with the committee as well. The matter was postponed last month so Clerk Pat Sny­ der and Treasurer Jill Cardwell, who were attending training seminars, could add their expertise to the deci­ sion-making process on the J EP issues. Snyder was not pleased with comments made by Robertson at that meeting and quoted in the Sun and News of April 23. I fell that in making this decision, that all the infor­ mation was brought forth and not just part of it," Sny­ der explained. "I did not re­ ceive this information until 3:30 on the day of the meet­ ing. A utility meeting went until 5 o'clock, and that meeting was scheduled at 5:30. I did not have time to even kxik at the information. "I think it's important to have all the information and not just generalized, as was done in the gathering of in­ formation for the fire chief. We need to get specifics. We can't just compare ap•plcs to oranges," she said, referring to comparisons made for deputy clerks' sala­ ries by the finance commit­ tee. "Not every deputy clerk does the same job. Not ail the people in our office get paid the same benefits as the other people compared. 1 got some information from townships similar in size in this area. "I asked the deputy clerks if they knew all the aspects of the clerks jobs. There were only two clerks that could tell me they knew every aspect of the clerk s job. I find this very appall­ ing. because if something should happen to the clerk, the clerk's office would not run the way it needs to run." Snyder said the payroll and accounts payable would not be done. She said there were six clerks with more than one person reporting to them, another factor that needed consideration, she said. "I find it unbelievable that we arc going to penalize our staff for knowing their jobs forward and backward and doing an excellent job. be­ cause we are taking the sala­ ries of other deputy clerks... treasurers or building in­ spectors." She said she had only talked to deputy clerks in gathering her information. Other deputy clerks had dif­ ferent kinds of benefits. Caledonia Township is third or fourth in the county in its growth rate. Snyder pointed out. "In one year and four months we went up 15 percent in voter registra­ tion." She said this tremen­ dous growth was making a lot of work for staff. "We need to look at how we compensate our staff." She said a national study said turnover costs an average of $5,(XX) per employee. CLINICAL DIETITIAN Pennock Health Services has immediate opening for parttime Clinical Registered Dietitian to provide impatient nutri­ tional care, manage physician ordered therapeutic diets and provide nutritional education to patients No weekend hours are required of this position. Flexible schedule. Prefer per­ son that has 1-2 years experience with emphasis in diabetes education who is interested in obtaining Certified Diabetes Educator status. Please apply to: Pennock Health S< Human Resources Department; 1 Green Street. Hastings. Michigan Phone 616-945-1753 or Fax 616 0825 E-mail to pennock 1 ©iserv.n See our web site at [VIHhH klk-3lth.Com____________ Snyder criticized the deci­ sion for lowering the grades for some employees when most went up. She com­ plained that these employees would not receive a pay raise until the grade caught up with them. She said this was not the way to reward employees and she thought they should at least be awarded a cost of living ad­ justment raise (COLA). Harrison made several motions for various actions to implement the plan, which were discussed in or­ der. Positions of treasurer and clerk were removed from the JEP by the board in a unanimous vote. The sala­ ries of treasurer and clerk are established by statute and township policy and re­ viewed by the salary review commission. The utilities administrator and building inspector positions also were removed as they are contract employees. Raises in grade level clas­ sifications were made for re­ ceptionist. utilities billing and utilities operator as rec­ ommended by the finance committee. The salary and wage ta­ bles were adjusted generally by an 8.5 percent (COLA) adjustment, which compen­ sates employees for three years of not having such in­ creases. Robertson ex­ plained the slide of the scale accounted for changes in grade 8. Cardwell said she agreed with most of the comments made earlier by Snyder. Speaking for the deputy treasurer, she said she did not think comparison of job titles accounted for the re­ sponsibilities undertaken in that position, which both­ ered her. "I feel that by do­ ing a sliding scale, they were skewing grade 8 and 9 for any possible new posi­ tions that might be created in the township. If you re­ move these four people cur­ rently in grade 8, from this scenario, the sliding would be skewed. The placement of some people into grade 8 has evolved differently for dif­ ferent employees, with one person who began as a grade 8 being moved back. Cardwell contended. The JEP. established in 1999 allowed for regrading of positions from time to time, she said. "A whole lot has happened to those responsibilities over time since 1999." Cardwell said the deputy treasurer is performing in her job closer to a 9 and should be paid for that. "She doesn't point out at a 7." Harrison agreed the level of responsibility had in­ creased for some employ­ ees. and remained the same for others, and the point might be valid, but was not considered at this time. He said the board could adjust the policy. Robertson defended the scale, saying the continuum through different pay ranges for most positions and pay grades was fairly workable. He added that no employee should be a prisoner of the JEP. He said not all posi­ tions lend themselves to comparison. He said simply adding 8.5 percent COLA did not work out as expected. They also tried to see if the numbers were realistic in the market­ place, he said. "This is how the salaries for our board were determined." He said a little of the du­ ties of each person were looked at, but the variety made it unworkable, so the committee relied on a large sample for comparing sala­ ries of particular positions. Robertson said the depu­ ties in Caledonia Township were paid 30 percent more, well above average. He said he did not view this as a criticism or a penalty. "Wc did not go in with the idea of limiting salaries, but to be fair to the employees and to the taxpayers." Search panel to hire new Caledonia fire chief by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Three job search commit­ tees were appointed May 1 LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regular school election ot the school ekstnet writ be he*d on Monday June 10. 2002 THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE EUG®LE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY. JUNE 10, 2002. IS MONDAY. MAY 13. 2002. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 OCLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY. MAY 13, 2002. ARE NOT EUGtBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION To regeter. visit any Secretary ot State branch office or your county aty or townsrxp ctert s office Persons planning to register with the respective county city or townshc ctertts must ascertan toe days and hours on which the cierxs offices are open tor registration This Notice ts given by order ot toe board ot education Kim A. Selleck Secretary Board ot Education to hire fire chief, firefighters and a zoning administrator. A search committee com­ prised of one outside fire chief, retired fire chief Bill Thorton and interim fire chief Brian Bennett, was se­ lected to fill several vacant firefighter positions. Hiring from six to more positions was approved last month. The roster is approved for 21 fire fighters and there are 16 serving at present. The process of selection has been outlined and has been reviewed by township legal counsel. A search committee to hire a new programs specialist/zoning administrator was selected, following the res­ ignation of Betsy Macicak late last month. Dave Zyl­ stra, Jill Cardwell and Bryan Harrison were selected for that duty. Cardwell said during the time Macicak had worked in the position, she had done a good job, and she was sorry to see her go. Cardwell thanked the committee for all the work it had done. She said the sala­ ries of the board did take into account the responsi­ bilities of each position, and were compared to those of others in other tow nships. Robertson said 40 town­ ships had been compared. Not all pay their deputies in hourly wages, and not all work 40 hours. From 23 to 27 were paid in an hourly wage, and those with fulltime salaries were similar, at around $11.74 to $12.24 per hour. Of townships in the state surveyed, ten had simi­ lar SEVs and population. Twenty-seven had deputies. He said the job in Caledo­ nia starts above the average for a deputy clerk and treas­ urer. He said if they are do­ ing more, they are getting paid more to do more. Rob­ ertson said Caledonia pays up to $18,000 more per year for combined salaries for those positions. He said an individual su­ pervisor could appeal to the board to advance a particu­ lar employee beyond the grid standard. The board adjusted the grid to reflect COLA in­ creases. The board approved grade H8 to be set at a maximum of $15.55 and to be held al that level until other grades and COLA caught up. with some opposed. The board approved the 8.5 percent COLA increase for township employees, but not for the manager. (The clerk, treasurer, utilities ad­ ministrator. and building in­ spector positions were re­ moved from JEP considera­ tion earlier in the meeting as well) Robertson said the adjust­ ments related to the JEP would result in an impact of over $15.(XM) to the annual budget. The board increases were determined earlier this year by a citizens’ compensation commission. "The budget information that we work with on a monthly basis is not current enough to make intelligent and informed decisions. Al­ though I support all these changes. I cannot agree to implementation until our budget is brought current and we know exactly where the money is coming from." Harrison agreed and in­ structed the township man­ ager and clerk to make the. amendments necessary to implement the JEP recom­ mendations. Cardwell said she under­ stood the COLA increases were to be effective April 1, Robertson agreed, and said supervisors can make these adjustments for their depart ments right away. It is the overall budget which needs adjustment, he said. YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ANO HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON MAY 14. 2002, COMMENCING AT 7 30 P.M AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN, CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1 ZBA 02-04-06, PARCEL ID NO 245-009-00; A REQUEST BY ROGER BRUNINK 190 N PATTERSON RD , FOR A VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING ALLOWED BY THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE 2. SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE, FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. DURING THE REGULAR BUSI­ NESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE PUBLIC MEET ING SIGNED, WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY REASONABLE. AUX­ ILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL^ GERALD DUPONT, SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 306 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 7. 2002/Page 17 CALEDONIA TUP. BOARD Psychologist’s sentence Regular Meeting CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP May 1. 2002 Present Harrison Snyder, Cardwell. Bujak. Robertson and Stauffer Absent. Bravata Also Present Manager/Planner Zylstra. Utilities Administra­ tor Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citizens The meeting was called to order at 7 03 pm PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to add Search Committee for Zoning Administrator Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBUC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Harrison to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None RECOMMENDATIONS OF CHANGES FROM FINANCE COMMITTEE FOR JEP: Robertson discussed changes from the work session Snyder commented on concerns of the new jep Moved Harnson, sec­ ond Robertson that the positions of clerk, treasurer, utilities administrator and building inspectors be removed from the JEP Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to move the reception­ ist to grade level 5. the utilities billing to grade level 7 and the utilities operator to grade level 10 Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson second Robertson to approve salary and wage progression tables of the JEP be adjusted to the levels m the provided tables Discussion was held Cardwell commented on skewing of grades 8 & 9 Robertson commented that supervisors are able to bn.ig the JEP up for review at any time and no employee is a prisoner of the JEP. Ayes Harnson. Bujak Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Snyder Moved Harnson second Robertson that pay grade 8 level 5 to be set at $15.55 and held at that level until COLA or marketplace adjustments in the proposed JEP guidelines catch up Ayes. Harrison. Bujak. Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Snyder and Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harnson, second Robertson to amend the manager s contract to be adjust­ ed to incorporate the updated JEP guidelines Discussion was held Ayes Robertson. Stauffer and Bujak Nay: Harrison Snyder and Cardwell MOTION DIED. Moved Harnson that the current policy of medical reim­ bursement be discontinued and employees not choosing medical insurance will have $1500.00 added to their wages, with con­ tributions from 2002 to be report­ ed on a 1099 Died for lack of secono Moved Cardwell, sec­ ond Snyder to give 5% towards deferred comp and allow up to an additional 5% match Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Discussion was held regarding YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY, MAY 16. 2002. COMMENCING AT 7:30 P.M AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD. MID­ DLEVILLE, MICHIGAN, CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1. ZOC 02-03-04, PARCEL ID. NO 018-004-00; A REQUEST BY TIM SCOBEY TO REZONE A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 925 S. PAYNE LAKE RD. FROM THE •AGRICULTURE’ ZONING DISTRICT TO THE -RESIDEN­ TIAL SINGLE FAMILY* ZONING DISTRICT. 2. ZOC 02-04-05. PARCEL ID NO 020-005-10. A REQUEST BY LARRY KNOWLES TO REZONE THE NORTH 160 FEET OF THE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF M 179 AND LYNN DRIVE FROM THE *C-2, COMMERCIAL’ ZONING DISTRICT TO THE -RSF RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY* ZONING DIS­ TRICT 3. SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING SIGNED WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP PLANNING COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXIL­ IARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE tN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL^ CATHY STRICKLAND SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION the budget implications Moved Harnson. second Stauffer to have the manager and the trea­ surer make budget amend­ ments Harnson withdrew his motion Move Harnson. second Cardwell to instruct the township manager to prepare necessary budget amendments to imple­ ment the JEP Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Pay adjust­ ments would be made at perfor­ mance reviews FIRE COMMISSION REC­ OMMENDATION: Moved Harnson second Cardwell to appoint a three person fire fight­ er search committee to be com­ prised of Acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett an outside Fire Chief and resident Bill Thornton. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to appoint a three person search committee compnsed of 2 out­ side fire chiefs and Bill Thornton. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. LOGO CONTEST: Moved Bujak second Harnson to initi­ ate a contest for the Township logo with an award of $50.00 and drawings due by August 1, 2002 Ayes Ail MOTION CAR­ RIED. HOME TOWN HERO AWARD: Moved Harnson, sec­ ond Snyder to initiate a Home Town Hero Award program as descnbed m the attached letter Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to not allow Township Board members to receive the award during their term. Ayes. All MOTION CARRIED. SEARCH COMMITTEE FOR THE ZONING ADMINISTRA­ TOR: Moved Snyder, second Harnson to appoint Dave Zylstra. Treasurer Cardwell, and Supervisor Harnson to the Zoning Administrator Search Committee Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Treasurer Cardwell commented on the loss of Betsy Macicak. She also discussed the lack of coverage for the Zoning position while Planner Zylstra is on vacation in the absence of a Zoning Administrator. Harrison commented on Mary Chapman handling issues of a general nature. BOARD COMMENTS: Cardwell commented on an article in the Sun & News from a previous meeting as she was absent. She requested a finance workshop be scheduled Harrison com­ mented regarding his quote in the paper was in defense of Cardwell and Snyde.. Bujak is disappointed that the Board denied an increase for the Manager/Planner Moved Cardwell, second Harrison to hold the first meeting of June as a workshop at 5:30 p.m. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Harnson commented on wages stated in Manager s contract. PUBUC COMMENT (EXTENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to adjourn Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Towr.ship Clerk Middleville woman earns award at Hope Hillary B Slone, a Hope College junior from Middleville, received a Political Science Department Book Award dun ng the annual Honors Convocation held April 25. The department of politi­ cal science presents book awards to students who have demonstrated unusual promise in political science r its classes and activities. At least half of these are delayed in assault case Dr. John Arunas Abraitis. 52. of Yankee Springs Township, was granted a de­ layed sentence last week in Barry County Circuit Court until Nov. 7 on a felonious assault charge, after which time the charge would be dismissed if he is successful under the terms of proba­ tion. “1 have nothing to say that’s appropriate for the re­ cord.” said Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill before sentencing. “I would ask the court to follow the recommenda­ tion.” Defense attorney Daniel R. Rhodes asked the court to order the plea under advise­ ment “for licensing pur­ poses.” According to authorities. Abraitis would be able to maintain his license as clini­ cal psychologist. He prac­ tices in Grand Rapids. Abraitis last month en­ tered a no contest plea to the charge for allegedly slap­ ping his neighbor with a 12inch “diving” knife last Sept. 30 in a dispute over the neighbor’s dog defecat­ ing in Abraitis’ yard. The victim had told police that Abraitis had entered his property making threatening remarks and then slapped the neighbor with the side of the blade. After the alleged attack, the victim called police and then snapped a photograph of Abraitis standing in his yard with the knife, accord­ ing to a report by the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. “Mr. Abraitis told troop­ ers he was holding a garden­ ing tool,” said officers. “But troopers were able to find a large diving knife in some Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads potting soil.” “He will have an anger management assessment.” Rhodes told the court. Abraitis has advertised in a neighboring newspaper that he operates a practice at 2525 East Pans SE and that he is a fully license clinical psychologist with over 25 years of counseling experi­ ence. One of the many counsel­ ing services Abraitis offers is anger management coun­ seling. Summary of Minutes CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia April 8. 2002 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Bierlein. Erskine. Oaks. Penfold. Unger. Zandstra. Regan & Ayers Absent: Audy Consideration of meeting agenda: Add items C & D to New Business, motion earned Approval of Consent Agenda Motion Carned Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report Township reinstated the Cable Committee. Village Manager Re|»ort: The annual CDBG Program Agreement needs to be signed Ayers gave a brief summation of the MML Legislative Conference that she attended in March Village President Report: Penfold reported that 92nd iS Street purchase and other relat­ ed items will be finalized this Unfinished Business; none New Business A 2002 Grass Management Proposal (Sheep Grazing) for the WasteWater Treatment Plant Motion Carried B Arbor Day proclamation was postponed until a tree dedication ran be done C. Lease agreement for Wayne Rodgers to lease farmland at Treatment Plant Motion earned D Lease agreement for Bill Neil to lease farmland at Treatment Plant Motion carned Public Commenta Extended: None Council Comments: Adjournment 7:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Sandra Ayers, Clerk spring CLEAN-UP Spring Clean-up in Middleville will begin Monday. May 13. at 7 a.m. Crews will make one pass through the Village to col­ lect junk furniture, appliances, rolled carpet and other bulky household items that have outlived their usefulness Refrigerators and other appliances must all have air-tight doors completely detached for safety The following items WILL NOT be picked up Petroleum based products, toxic chemicals, paint, motor vehicle parts building demolition or construction wastes (including concrete) batteries, food wastes, animal wastes, yard wastes and car casses and any other materials deemed hazardous Ail junk should be placed neatly on the curb side for disposal no later than May 12. Residents are asked to follow this timetable to keep neighborhood unsightliness to a minimum Please bag or box small items Junk placed after that date will not be picked up All homes will be visited once, and this ser vice is available to Village residents only Please call with any questions or concerns Thanks in advance for your time and attention in this matter 310 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 13. 2002, at 7 00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Townchip and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Jamie Wright and Joe Sheahan for a special use permit to operate a motor vehi cte repair shop in a C-1 Neighborhood Business District, located north of 68th Street, East of Whitneyvilie Avenue Parcel *41 -23-02-451 (last 3 numbers to be assigned) The lands are legally described as follows That pan of the SE 1/4 of Section 2. T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township. Kent County, Michigan, described as Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section, thence N 00°10‘17* W 295 00 ft along said West hne; thence S89tt57’43* E 295 332 feet parallel with the South line of said SE 1/4; thence S 00*10*17*E 295 00 feet, thence N 89’57’43’ W 295 32 feet to the place of beginning Parcel is subject to highway right of ways of record Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a 48 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which ts described as Beginning at a point on the West bne of the SE 1/4 of Section 2. T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, which is N 00*1(717’ W 186 81 feet from the South 1/4 comer of said Section thence N 89’54 54* E 88 71 feet, thence N 02’02'19' E 108 07 feet to the place of ending of the centerline of said easement A copy of the proposed special use permit ts on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan during Township office hours Ail interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the pro­ posed rezomng Written comments may be submitted to the Township office, at the abovestated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated May 2, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7. 2002 TK Top 10, continued from page 1 term plans include law pursuits for Amanda Kow­ alczyk, daughter of Robert school. He grade point average is and Stacy Kowalczyk. She has participated in the 4.028. Amy Herring, daughter Global Youth Leadership of Chris and Cindy Herring, Alumni Program, the Civil is a long-time participant in War Re-enacting Ladies Aid TK theatrical productions, Society and is president of having been in four high the Freeport Youth Reading school musicals and two Program. plays. She also is a threeAt TK High School, she year National Honor Society has been an important part member and a three-year of the theater department, member of the TKHS Hon­ where she has been involved ors Choir. She was the in three musicals and three band's drum major for three plays. She also is treasurer years. Outside of school of the National Honor Soci­ hours, she plays piano, is a ety and a member of the member of her church's Service Team. Kowalczyk will attend In­ praise team and youth group, and gives voice les­ diana University this fall and plans to eam a degree in sons. Herring this fall will at­ American history and even­ tend Aquinas College, tually continue her educa­ where she will be entering tion and become a college the nursing program through professor. She has a grade point av­ the University of Detroiterage of 4.151. Mercy. Peter Mathias, son of She has a grade point av­ Gerald and Marjorie Math­ erage of 4.061. Volunteerism is one of ias, attributes his successful many community and school high school career to his Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhiUips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia supportive family. He is a two-year member of the TK chapter of theNational Honor Society As a member of the Busi­ ness Professionals of Amer­ ica. Mathias competed and was a national qualifier in the Cisco Networking divi­ sion. Outside of school, he is the assistant service man­ ager at D&W in Caledonia. This fall he will be at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., where he will pursue a major in technologies and networking. He wants to start his own business in the future. Mathias has a grade point average of 4.100. Adam and Susan Porter are the parents of Heidi Porter As part of her high school involvement, she has been a National Honor Society member and a part of the TKHS Service Team. Be­ cause she is interested in positively influencing young people, she also became a Drug Abuse Resistance Edu­ cation (DARE) role model. When not pursuing her stud­ ies, she dedicates herself to Girl Scouts and Laurels of Kent, an organization in which she serves as a nurse's aide. Porter attends the Church of Christ. Attending Grand Valley State University this fall to pursue physical therapy is among her long-term plans. She has a grade point av­ -■W" —-1cmovie outpost YIDCO SUPCRSTORC ► OPEN . rHOUSEJi Glen Valley Retail Center 9175 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37, Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9303 OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY, MAY 18™ 11 a.m. TO 7 p.m. Refreshments Drawings every half hour Visit with Winnie the Pooh and Friends Grand Prize Drawing Win a DVD Player! “ujg ; rndViE OUTPOjT] Rent One Movie or Game and get another FREE when you stop by Movie Outpost on May 18th! Offer good only on May 18. 2002 Product Id: SunOpen meet by accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey erage of 4.040. Michael and Judith Punt are the parents of Jennifer Punt, who has multi-faceted abilities and many awards to her credit. Among these are being chosen as a TKHS Student of the Month, re­ ceiving a National Science Merit Award and being Ad­ vanced Placement Student of the Year for her work in chemistry. She is a member of the National Honor Society and a respected member of the high school band program. She has also done extensive community work, including serving as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher at her church and participating in many mis­ sion projects. She works at Hastings City Bank. Punt will attend Malone College next fall and will be a member of the honors pro­ gram. She has a grade point av­ erage of 4.095. Julie Schumaker, daugh­ ter of William and Karen Schumaker, has excelled as a high school student. As part of her high school ca­ reer, she was involved as a cheerleader for both basket bail and football. During her freshmen through junior years, she played softball as well. This year, Schumaker de­ voted much of her time and energy to the TKHS year­ book in her role as photo editor. She works at Phil's Pizzeria. Following her graduation. she will attend the Univer­ member, and has been in sity of Michigan and major both the symphonic and jazz bands in computer software design for four years. Her athletic or mathematics. She has a grade point av­ abilities have lead her to participate at the varsity erage of 4.034. The son of Lisa Sinclair level in basketball and golf. and David Stuart. David In the latter sport, she served Stuart Jr. has excelled aca­ as team captain and received awards for Most Improved demically during his years at TKHS. Player and Most Valuable Three years in the National Player. She received all-con­ Honor Society and member­ ference golf recognition in ship in the Business Profes­ 2001. sionals of America group, Among her theatrical ex­ have served as academic co- periences were Anything curricular activities. Goes. Brigadoon and The He volunteers at Pennock Wizard of Oz. Hospital and as an assistant Weaver has a grade point AYSO soccer coach. average of 4.053. He attributes much of his Jessica Wilson, daughter personal success to his sup­ of Ed Wilson and Jayne portive family, especially Seymour, is undecided his grandfather. Dean L. about her career path, but Stuart, who recently passed will attend Michigan State away. University's Honors College In his spare time, he re­ this fall builds his 1965 IH Scout. She is a member of the He will attend the Univer­ National Honor Society and sity of Michigan in the fall has served as the organiza­ and will major in pre-medi- tion’s secretary this year. cine. Wilson's talent in the area Stuart has a grade point of theater has led her to average of 4.060. roles in four high school Kristen Weaver, daugh­ musicals and two plays. She ter of Rex and Mary is also a member of the hon­ Weaver, plans to attend ors choir and the dance Western Michigan Univer­ team. sity, where she will begin Active in community af­ pursuing a bachelor's degree fairs. she is a member of the this fall in bio-medical sci­ Peace Reformed Church ences. She will continue her Youth Group and its Wit­ education with the intent of ness Action Team She was a becoming a physician's as­ DARE role model, as well. sistant. Jessica has done career Weaver has excelled mu­ shadowing at the Thornapsically, theatrically and aca­ ple Veterinary Clinic and is demically during her high a cook and server at The Bib school years. She is a three- restaurant. year National Honor Society Her grade point average was 4.163. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday. May 9, at 1546 Payne Lake Road in Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk” in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month’s topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficul­ ties." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth. child development and nutri­ tion. For directions to the meeting, call 795-7021. For more information about La Leche League and its meet­ ings or for help with breast­ feeding, call Kathy Othmer al (517) 726-1264. Thanks to you Barry County... 62 individuals received emergency/disaster services through the American Red Cross. United Way, The Way Burry County Cures, Community by Community Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Gravel • Sand • Limestone We guild: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns (616) 891-0150 LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 7. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia Twp. Board budget workshop is June 5 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board has set a budget hear­ ing for 5:30 p.m. June 5 which will take place in­ stead the regular 7 p.m. board meeting on that date. Trustees have made peri­ odic queries about the exact distribution of bills, pay­ ments, and how they bal­ ance. Various departments of township government itemized in the budget often represent large and some­ times combined amounts. The details are understood by those working directly with the figures, under the direction of Clerk Pat Sny­ der and Treasurer Jill Cardwell, but harder to clarify for some trustees. Naming and numbering of the various accounts also is confusing for the lay person. However this problem is not easily changed, because the terms and numbers are as­ signed within a computer program, and the complexity and time involved for such a major overhaul is both time and cost prohibitive. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said he had explained that it was the clerk and treasurer's job to interpret the computer generated in­ formation. He said his re­ marks in the previous meet­ ing had been made in their defense in their absence, be­ cause he could not answer the questions. The repeated questions, raised primarily by Trustee Richard Robertson, asking for clarification has created an impression of budget ob­ scurity, but when audited annually, the township bookkeeping and use of funds repeatedly is given high marks and praise. Cardwell said during board comments that she was uncomfortable with comments made at the last board meeting when she and Snyder were absent and could not talk about the budget issues raised. She said there are often questions about why the treasurer's report and the revenue and expense report do not match. She said they are not going to match. The revenue and expenditure re­ port is not part of the monthly agenda and is not something that is being ap­ proved. Cardwell challenged Rob­ ertson's statement about this not being right and about carelessness, as quoted in Parks and rec offers adult teams, golf opportunities The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission will hold final or­ ganizational meetings this week for men’s slow-pitch softball and adult co-ed four-on-four volleyball leagues. This is the first year these teams will operate through the TAPRC. The final organizational meet for softball will be at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8. The volleyball meeting will be on Thursday, May 9. at 6 p.m. Both meetings will be held at the Swamp Fox. Parks and Rec program director Mike Bremer says, “These meetings should only last an hour. Coaches Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION ad. are expected to attend. Play­ ers are encouraged to attend as well.” Softball leagues play on Mondays and Tuesdays at Spring Park. The volleyball teams will compete on Thursdays, also at Spring Park. There are still a few openings in the volleyball league. For infor­ mation about the volleyball league call Julie at 838-0624 or Becky at 838-3220. Information about the softball leagues is available from Bremer at 795-3075. There is still time to sign up for the second annual Parks and Rec Golf Scram­ ble at the Yankee Springs Country Club May 18. Four­ somes are $240 and funds raised will go to support TAPRC programming. Ap­ plication forms are available at Thornapple Township Hall or at the Village Hall. Call 795-3385 for infor­ mation. the Sun and News, and asked how he could con­ clude she was being careless in her responsibilities. She said she and Snyder repeatedly had asked board members to come in and ask questions on matters they did not understand before a meeting so they could be prepared with the right in­ formation. She said the questions being raised in their absence was unfair. Robertson said his re­ marks were not intended to embarrass them in their ab­ sence. He said his concern is over the revenue and ex­ pense portion, and asked. "When we approve the treasurer’s report, and the approval to pay bills, are we approving that report? I think the answer was no." But he insisted, when you look at the revenue and ex­ pense report, it is not right. "Assessments" are off by thousands of dollars, he said. "We as a board are trying to make budget decisions..." mentioning various catego­ ries, "It's my job as a trustee to look at it and make sure it is right... and it’s not current, it's not right." He said the budget reve­ nue report was not current, and making budget deci­ sions based on incorrect in­ formation was a problem. ‘As a matter of conscience. I cannot approve a report I know is not correct." Snyder repeated her re­ quest that Robertson come in to the office and go over the details related to his questions. The revenue and expenditure report is the board's budget. It shows what we have taken in from revenues, and what was ex­ penditure." She challenged him to point out the mistakes. Cardwell said she was willing to go over these mat­ ters from start to finish, and to explain it in a budget workshop. Harrison said the matter should be given time for more discussion. Cardwell asked to schedule this on June 5 so these questions could be dealt with, which led to board approval of the long proposed workshop to beheld. Cardwell said after the meeting she also welcomes citizen inquiries and is will­ ing to answer any questions they might have. 'Window^ Ireatments evtns Furniture •'draperies & tne J 620 Tanner Lake Road • Hastings, Ml 49058 616-945-4177 • 1-888-99-SHADE Huge Spring Savings H All HunterDouglas Products on Sale NOW. WINDOW Mini Blinds FASHIONS Honeycomb Shades 80% Off 70% Off Faux Wood Blinds 70% Off Guaranteed Silhouette Nankucket Shades _____ Shades 40% Off 50% Off Vertical Blinds /V M i Offer not available with other discounts and specials �Page 20/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/May 7 2002 TK track sweeps Calvin Christian The Middleville varsity track teams both beat Calvin Christian on May 2. The girls topped Calvin 90-46 First-place finishers: Au­ brey Raymond in the 100 (13.62); Melissa Quisenberry in the 1600 (5:58) and 3200(12:14); Whitney Rob­ ertson in the discus (90-0); Jessica Stortz in the 400 (1.05.17); Natalie Hoag in the 800 (2:46.43): and Toriey Stanton in the long jump (14-7 1 12). The I^ady Trojans also won the 3200 relay (Elise Nyland. Quisenberry. Chris­ tine Dood. Stortz, 11:43.7), the 800 relay (Angela Blood. Robertson. Rachel Norton, Greta Gustafson. 1:59.3), the 400 relay (Ray­ mond. Theresa Miller, Blood. Stanton, 56.9) and the 1600 relay (Norton. Ny­ land. Gustafson, Stortz, 4:51). Second-place finishers: Nyland in the high jump (42) and 800 (2:47.46); Brenda Bergakker in the shot put (28-1); Miller in the 100 hurdles (17.9); Gustaf­ son in the pole vault (7-6); Dood in the 16(X) (6:05) and 3200 (12:49): Stanton in the 300 hurdles (52.45): and Norton in the 200 (29.9). Third-place finishers: Sara Jansens in the 100 hur­ dles (18.2); Wendy Treuter in the 100 (14.13) and 200 (30.02); Hoag in the 1600 (6:11); Leandra Postema in the discus (84-8); Gustafson in the 400 (1:11.90); Ray­ mond in the 300 hurdles (55.04); and Kelli Zoet in the 3200(13:52). The TK bovs beat Calvin 101-36. First-place finishers: Steve Johnson in the 110 hurdles (16.7); Adam Cham­ berlin in the 100 (11.3) and long jump (20-4 1 /2); Jor­ don Hartley in the high jump (5-6): Mike Stortz in the 1600 (5:00); Scott Brooks in the 400 (53.88) and 200 (23.8); Stu Aspinall in the 800 (2:10.37); Jeremy Chavis in the shot put (45-7 1 /4); Tim Brog in the 3200 (10:47); and Josh Tobias in the pole vault (10-6). TK also took the 3200 re­ lay (Cubis, Pat Jansens, Stortz, Aspinall. 9:09.8), the 800 relay (Ben Profitt. Brooks. Chamberlin. Darrin Tape. 1:37.4) and the 1600 TK’s Melissa Quisenberry. (Photo by Perry Hardin) relay (Profitt. Steve Allen. Tobias. Brooks. 3:48). Second-place finishers: Hartley in the 110 hurdles (17.3) and 300 hurdles (45.54); Tape in the 100 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... 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Third-place finishers: Rupp in the discus (119-3); Trojan, Scot athletic directors earn professional honors Middleville ThornappleKellogg High School ath­ letic director Mark Uyl and Caledonia High School ath­ letic director Dave Price have both achieved new cer­ tifications from the National Interscholastic Athletic Ad­ ministrators Association (NIAAA). Uyl has been recognized by the NIAAA as a Certified Athletic Administrator. “To earn this distinction, Mark has demonstrated the highest level of knowledge and expertise in the field of interscholastic athletic administration,” the NIAAA said in a press release. According to Association materials, the voluntary cer­ tification process includes a thorough evaluation of the candidate's educational background, experience and professional contributions, as well as a rigorous, com­ prehensive written examina­ tion. Price recently achieved the title of Certified Master Athletic Administrator, a process which included evaluations of his back­ ground, experience, NIAAA leadership courses and pro­ fessional contributions. It is culminated with a practical written project. “I am proud of Dave," NIAAA Certification Com­ mittee chairperson Frank Schultz said in a letter to Caledonia High School. “I think he is an outstanding athletic administrator who is committed to your students and their education. (The CMAA) is a notable profes­ sional accomplishment ” TK’s Scott Brooks. (Photo by Perry Hardin) VanSpronsen in the high jump (5-4); Chris Harkness in the 800 (2:13.94); and Tape in the 200 (24.4). TK hosts its last home meet of the year today at 4 p.m. against Rogers. The OK Blue Conference Meet is Thursday and Friday at Rogers. Coopersville cruises I'hc TK girls’ team lost to Coopersville 108-29 on April 30. Melissa Quisenberry took first in both the 1600 (5:47) and 3200 (12:01), and Au­ brey Raymond ran a per­ sonal-best 13.0 to win the 100 dash. The Trojans swept the 1600, with Christine Dood placing second (5:57) and Natalie Hoag placed third (personal-best 6:01). Greta Gustafson took second in the pole vault (8-0). Third-place finishers were Theresa Miller in the 100 hurdles (17.8), Sara Jansens in the high jump (4-2), Toriey Stanton in the long jump (personal-record 14 11). Raymond in the 300 hurdles (52.7). Rachel Nor­ ton in the 200 (29.4) and Brenda Bergakker in the shot put (28-7). Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Thornapple Area Parks & Recreation Commission’s 2nd* Annual T.A.P.R.C. 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Ml/May 7. 2002/Page TK’s soccer quest leads to Calvin The Middleville Thomapple-kellogg varsity girls’ TK’s Michelle May (16). soccer team opened conference play last Wednesday (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mother-daughter banquet to be held The annual mother-daugh­ ter banquet al the Middleville United Method­ ist Church will be held Friday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall The dinner will be a potluck meal Coffee, punch and the table service will be furnished. The program will be a skit, “In My Mother’s Footsteps,” written by a member of the United Methodist Women. Awards will be given. Everyone is invited. One needs not be in regular atten­ dance or a member of the church to attend the banquet. Women are encouraged to come and bring their mother, daughter, grandmother, sis­ ter or a friend. For more information, call 795 9266. Speed trap nets tickets, fugitives Another wave in the Michigan State Police crack­ down on speeding on North M-37 in Thornapple Town­ ship April 26 resulted in 13 tickets, two fugitive arrests and four verbal warnings be­ ing effected by troopers in the 1 1/2 hour effort. Trooper Donna Thomas said. “We had one radar car and three chase cars this time,” said Thomas. Troopers earlier last month conducted a “wolf pack” approach to nabbing speeders which netted 39 speeding citations on the same stretch of highway. “In light of the number of tickets written on April 26, the enforcement effort is still very' productive — un­ fortunately,” Thomas said. PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe with a 3-0 win at Godwin. more than two goals in a Senior striker Michelle game only twice all season. May notched her 12th goal The goalkeeping tandem of the season, and tallies of Rachel Clinton and from Stephanie Simon and Denise Weeks has earned freshman Kristy Hall four shutouts this season and rounded out the scoring for has surrendered only four goals in the last seven the Trojans. TK (6-4-1. 1-0 in the O-K games. Middleville played at By­ Blue) has picked up its play after a rough start to the ron Center last night. The 2002 campaign. Senior Trojans’ quest for the O-K Laura Van Ryn (six goals) Blue crown runs through has been another offensive Calvin Christian, and they catalyst, and a strong defen­ travel to play the defending sive unit — led by Ande conference champs on Bouma. Melisa Potts, Wednesday at 4 p.m. They Shanna Sanderson. Shauna wrap up a four-game road Brice and Rachel Van- trip at Coopersville next derMeer — has allowed Monday, May 13. TK’s Stephanie Simon (5) (Photo by Perry Cherry Valley Plumbins, Inc 616-877-3700 Service New Construction Remodeling Drain Cleaning US FLOW Visit your A-mji&wSfawlM-d showroom in Kalamazoo, located at 5231 Miller Rd. 800-686-4974 SAVE *10.00 OFF Your next service call with this ad. Not to be used in conjunction with any other coupons. Limit one per customer. �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 7, 2002 Scot softball wins first Gold game The Caledonia varsity softball team earned a split with Sparta last Thursday, taking their first win in the O-K Gold and second over­ all this season. Sparta won the first game 13-2 in five innings. “We were behind 5-0 af­ ter the second inning and just couldn't get our offense on track,” Caledonia coach Tom Kaechele said. “Mary Sandtvcit pitched a great game, (but) Spana is a good hitting team and had key base hits that blew the game open. Our girls played hard and we are cutting down our errors.” Melissa Gillard had a solid game at the plate, go­ ing 2-for-2 with a triple. After the loss, Kaechele told his team to stay focused and prepare for another chance. The Scots re­ sponded and turned the ta­ bles on the Spartans with a 13-5 win in five innings. “It was like we exchanged jerseys," Kaechele said of the turnaround. “I've seen the potential of what this team is capable of all sea­ son. but we just couldn't get over the bad-inning blues. "We finally put together a complete game. We played focused and errorless ball for the first time this season, and it was a great win for our program.” It was also the first time in three years the Scots have mercicd another team. Gil­ lard pitched and picked up her first win of the season, allowing just seven hits and three earned runs. Caledonia's bats came alive as well, paced by Julie Wicks, who went 3-for-3 with four RBIs and one walk. Sandtveit and Amanda Martin (triple) each went 2for-4. Erin Jones and Dan­ ielle Romeyn each hit a dou­ ble. “Hopefully we can build on this and turn our program around.” Kaechele said. The Scots (2-13, 1-8 in the O-K Gold) played at Wyoming Park last night. They play at South Christian on Wednesday, host a doublcdip against Kenowa Hills on Friday, and host Hastings next Monday. May 13. All games begin at 4 p.m. Godwin 9. Caledonia 3 Caledonia's varsity softball team lost to Godwin on May 1. Caledonia tied the game 2-2 in the bottom of the first inning on hits by Melissa Gillard. Erin Jones (double) and Danielle Romeyn. God­ win added a run in the top of the third and blew it open with five more in the top of the fifth. The Scots had their chances to get back in the game, twice loading the bases without scoring. Julie Wicks had a great night both in the field and at and forced Caledonia hurlers to throw too many pitches. Five walks and two hit-bat­ ters later. Cedar had piled up nine runs, only three of which were earned. “We need to overcome our mental errors if we want to compete in this game.” Coach Kaechele said. “We matched up with this team really well and let this game get away from us. It was a tough loss but one we have to learn from.” Caledonia started out hit­ ting the ball well, led by Melissa Gillard with two hits, including a double. Ju­ lie Wicks. Brie Hormel. Mary Sandtveit and Shelby King also had hits. “We need to learn how to overcome adversity as a team and bounce back." Kaechele said. “I believe in this team and we will con­ tinue to work hard to be­ come better." Caledonia’s Julie Wicks. (Photo by Perry Hardin) bat. going 2-for-3, as did Jones. Gillard was 2-for-4. Mary Sandtveit pitched a great game. Coach Kaechele said. “We continue to have the one bad inning and beat our­ selves,” Kaechele said, “but W^l POWERSTROKE DIESEL 4x4 00 Chevy' 1/2 Ton Silverado Reg. cab short box *25,995 *12,495 96 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4 Dr. 00 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Oniohmr, only ,000 tl.(MM) *6,995 Ml. we will keep working hard and hopefully correct that." Cedar Springs 13, Caledonia 3 Caledonia took an early 3-0 lead, but the home team stormed back for the win on April 29. Things fell apart for the Scots in the bottom of the third inning. Mental mis­ takes extended the inning bleheader at state-ranked Unity Christian on April 26, 15-0 and 10-0. Julie Wicks led off the first game with a bunt for a hit. but she was the last Scot batter to reach base in the four-inning contest. Unity’s pitcher struck out 10 of Caledonia's 14 batters and walked none. “She was the best pitcher we have seen this year,” Coach Kaechele said. Mary Sandt­ veit took the loss for the Scots. Game 2 was a lot like CATS club tryouts set The Caledonia Area Travel Soccer (CATS) Club will hold open tryouts for the upcoming fall and spring seasons at Dutton Elemen­ tary. There is no cost to try out. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. and tryouts run from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants are asked to wear shinguards and bring a soccer ball and water. Parents will need to sign a registration form at the try­ out. The player’s age as of Aug. 1, 2002, will determine which age bracket the player will be eligible for. The tryout schedule is Monday, June 17, for Boys U 10, Girls U10 and Girls U12; Tuesday, June 18, for Boys Ull, Boys U13, Girls Ull; Wednesday, Junel9, for Girls U13 and Girls U15; Thursday, June U16 and above. Those unable to attend at the above dates orwho have any other questions should call Jim Warner at 554-3356 or Mike Marks at 698-7037. 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CLEAN, LOH MILLS. 01 Chevy 3/4 Ton Suburban LT 4x4 Leather, sinrooi 64) \ -8. *19,995 a..,*29,995 -GAVIN 795 3318' ■ ■W B» Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 0Q1.Q1C1 I M1 0,31 th M-37 North of Middleville, Across from Middleville SALES HOURS Mon & w*d 8 to 8. Tuo*.. Thurs & F«L • M> C . SM • to 1 SERVICE HOURS Moa • to •; Twos - Fri • to S The junior pitcher im­ proved to 3-0 on the season with back-toback wins over Godwin on May 1 and Sparta on May 2. The senior striker scored a team-leading 12th goal of the season in the Trojans' O-K Blue open­ er on May 1, a 3-0 win over Godwin. Afhietes at 1he Week Presented by JB HARRISON Insurance Agency, Inc. & 6090 AkJen Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 or 800-217-0712 Ml Company �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7 2002/Page 23 Caledonia wins slugfest, 15-12 Caledonia and Sparta didn’t finish their varsity baseball doubleheader last Thursday, but the Scots came from behind to win the first game. 15-12. Sparta jumped out to a 60 lead in the top of the first inning and added two more over the next two to lead 83. Caledonia rallied and re­ took the lead for good in the fourth, 12-9. Greg Jousma (3-0) came on in relief of Nick Slot to pick up his second win in as many days (4 IP, 6 H, 3 R. 3 K, 3 BB). Bruce Jackson (2-for-4, 3B. 4 R), Travis Slot (2-for- 4, HR. 3B. 3 R) and Curt VanderHeide (2-for-4. 2B) led the Scot attack. The sec­ ond game was halted before the bottom of the fourth with Sparta leading 9-8. The Scots won the Tri­ County Tournament on Sat­ urday. beating Newaygo 203 and Creston 8-5. Weather permitting, they played at Wyoming Park last night. Caledonia plays at South Christian on Wednesday, hosts a doubleheader against Kenowa Hills on Friday, and hosts Hastings next Mon­ day. May 13. All games be­ gin at 4 p.m. Caledonia 10, Godwin 5 Caledonia orchestra collage will be May 14 The Caledonia Commu­ nity Schools’ annual orches­ tra collage concert is set for Tuesday evening. May 14, in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the fourth grade orchestra. The concert will conclude with the high school orchestra’s popular collage program. This presentation features 45 minutes of non-stop mu­ sical variety, including the orchestras and small ensem­ bles. Some of the featured music will be the Celtic fiddle sounds of “Lord of the Dance.” “An American Journey” and the famous “Jupiter” from “The Planets” suite by Gustav Holst. Admission is free and is open to the general public. Scot golfers win Johnson tourney Led by Amy Jo Leather­ man’s 79, the Caledonia var­ sity girls’ golf team won the Russ Johnson Memorial Tournament at Gracewil on Friday with a team score of 341. Amy Jo finished second individually. Also placing in the top 15 were Lauri Ixatherman (82) and Kelli Leath­ erman (86). Caledonia plays at Wayland today at 3:30 p.m. in its last O-K Gold dual meet of the season. The Scots host the conference tournament next Monday. May 13. Scots 2nd at Coldwater Caledonia placed second out of 25 teams at the 18- hole Coldwater Invitational on April 26. The Scots fired a team round of 369, led by Amy Jo Leatherman, who shot an 89 to finish eighth individually. JV Report Caledonia’s JV girls’ golf squad split matches with Hastings and Forest Hills Central at the Hastings Country Club on May 1. Caledonia (2-7 on the year) carded a 248, in-be­ tween Forest Hills’ 212 and Hastings’ 274. Kellie Step shot a 57 for the Scots. The JV beat Lowell at Broadmoor by seven strokes, 236-243, on April 26. Private Roads, Parking Lots. Residential Driveways SouthA KentrAsphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $1(Vyd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON'S DOZING 616-795-7830 , _ ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SErv!nGCALEDO»5aMIDOLEVH.LE HASTINGS GUN LAKE SUFI RYVH IE, BRADLEY HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS Greg Jousma pitched four innings of no-hit ball for the win (0 R. 2 K. 2 BB). and Stu Kohl picked up the save on May 1. Travis Slot (2-3, 2B. 2 RBI). Bruce Jackson (2-3. 2B. RBI. 2 R), Abe Mulvi­ hill (1-1, 3B. 2R) and Tyler Higley (1-2, 2 RBI) sparked the Scots at the plate. Caledonia 15, Cedar Springs 0 Mike Klein allowed only one bunt single in four in­ nings of work on April 29 for the win (6 K, BB). Bruce Jackson pitched the last in­ ning and struck out two. Leading hitters were Chris Hanna (3-3. 4 R), Nick Slot (2-3, 3 R, 2 RBI. 2B. 3B). Klein (2-3. 2 RBI), Steve Yanosik (2-3, 2 R) and Stu Kohl (3-3. 4 RBI. 2B). Unity sweeps Unity Christian swept the Scots in a twinbill on April 26. 5-1 and 12-6. In Game 1, Caledonia managed only one run on four hits but stranded 10 runners on base. Three of Unity's runs were unearned. Chris Hanna went 1-1 with three walks, and Bruce Jackson went 1-1 with an RBI In Game 2, the Scots fell behind 6-1 after four in­ nings. but closed to within 8-6 and had two runners on base when Mike Klein was robbed of an extra-base hit that would’ve tied it. Unity scored four runs in the last inning to seal the deal. Adam Puricelli went 3for-4 with a double for the Scots. JV Report The Caledonia JV base­ ball team split with Sparta on May 2. Caledonia played over five errors to win the opener 4-2. Dennis Snyder (1-4) got his first win on the mound (5 IP. 1 ER, 1 K, 2 BB, 2 HP, 58 pitches). Top hitters were Scott Munger (1-3, SB), Kyle Bellgraph (1-3, R) and Bob Blakeslee (1-2, 2 RBI). Sparta won the nightcap 12-0. Ben Toth (1-2) took the loss (3 IP. 5 ER, 5 K, 5 BB. 4 WP. 2 HP. 88 pitches), and Ryan Rose­ boom pitched in relief (2 IP. 0 ER. 1 K, 0 BB. 1 WP. 1 HP. 27 pitches). The JV blitzed a very in­ experienced Godwin team 26-0 in three innings on May 1. Contributing to the on­ slaught were Toth (4-5, 3B. 2R). Bellgraph (2-2, R. 2 SB), Waayenberg (1-2, 2B, BB. 2 R), Roseboom (2-4, 2B, 3 RBI. 3 R. SB). De­ Lange (4-4, RBI. 4 R), Luetkemeyer (3-4, RBI. 4 R. SB), Sevensma (1-3. RBI, HP. 2 R) and Blakeslee (2-4. 2 2B. 3 R). DeLange got the win on the mound (2 IP. 0 ER, 2 K. 3 BB. 38 pitches) and Mun­ ger pitched in relief (1 IP. 0 ER. 1 K_ 1 BB. 16 pilches). Catcher Steve Hollman threw out two runners in four attempts The JV Scots let a 4-2 lead slip away in a 12-5 loss to Cedar Spring on April 29. Ben Toth took the loss (4 IP. 6 ER. 3 K. 5 BB. 85 pitches). Alex Cardinal (2 173 IP. 4 ER. 1 K. 1 BB. 39 pitches) and Jeff DeLange (2/3 IP. 0 ER. 2K. 2 BB. 15 pitches) got some work in relief, and catcher Hollman caught four ou! of seven stealing runners. Scott Munger (2-4. R. SB). Kyle Bellgraph (2-4. R. SB). Ryan Roseboom (2-4. RBI. R) and Alex Cardinal (2-3. RBI. R) had hits in the game. Frosh Report The Caledonia freshman baseball team dropped a 9-4 decision at Forest Hills Cen­ tral on April 30. Doug Burch had three hits with a double. Andy Schachermeyer and Zach House had two hits each, and Dennis Kohl. Nick Si­ mon. Joe Kucharski. Kelan Donahue, and Josh Weinezkowski had one hit each. Burch (3-3) was the losing pitcher as the frosh fell to 96 on the year The frosh split two games on April 27, beating Hast­ ings 6-3 before losing to Grandville 5-3. Steve Gillard (3-1) threw a four-hitter against Hast­ ings. striking out 14. Kelan Donahue had two hits, and Dennis Kohl. Nick Simon. Joe Kucharski. Zack House. 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The following safety facts are from the United States Fire Administration (USFA) website: Install smoke alarms on every level of your home Test them monthly and change the batteries at least once a year. Con­ sider installing the new long life smoke alarms. Provide proper venting systems for all heating equipment. Extend all vent pipes at least three feet above the roof. Plan two exits out of each room. A secondary route might be a window onto an adjacent roof or an UL approved collapsible ladder from upper story windows. Designate a meeting place outside and take a head count once there Designate one person to go to a neighbor's home to phone the fire department. Once out, stay out. For fur­ ther fire safety tips visit the USFA website at www usfa.fema.gov or contact your local fire rescue department. A final briefing. Thomapple Township Emergency Services Fire Chief Mark Marentette, (center front) makes sure the firefighters know what to do once they are inside the burning house. Smoke is just as dangerous as an actual fire; it can cut your range of vision to nothing in just seconds. Caledonia Acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett (left front) and Dutton Fire Chief Russ Jansen worked in conjunction with Marentette for the training exercises. b* Mr*, smart YOUR TIRE MAINTINANCt C MFC KU ST PART ttSWU * UKMMWT * tounok • 1(1» 500 Arlington St (M-37). Middleville SETTIN THE PACE" 1 SERVICE TK tennis preps for OK Blue tourney There was little need for worry as this house, near the corner of M-37 and 68th Street, became engulfed in flames. The bum was a training exercise for Cale­ donia, Dutton-Gaines Township, Cutlerville, Alto and Middleville -Thornapple Township. (Writer’s note: It was unnerving to think that I had been standing on the porch less than 20 minutes before it was fully en­ gulfed in flames.) Caledonia tennis hosts Gold tourney Thursday The Caledonia varsit) boys’ tennis team traveled tc league-leading Wyoming Park on May 1 and put the first blemish on the Vikings’ record with a 4-4 tie. Winning matches for the Scots were Kayle Hinkle at 4 singles (4-6, 6-4, 7-6), the 1 doubles team of Mike Napper and Devin TePastte (2-6. 7-5, 6-3), Mike Ogle and Matt Paarlberg at 3 dou­ bles (6-4, 6-4), and Mike Morgan and Mike Krieger at 4 doubles (6-1,6-2). Caledonia (4-2-1 in the play your IFULL Story and photos by Kathy L. Rueter AUTO 795-3550 REPAIR Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTON ads. O-K Gold) hosted Kenowa Hills last night (weather per­ mitting). The Scots play at East Grand Rapids on Wednesday in a final tuneup before hosting the con­ ference tournament on 'Thursday. The Caledonia Invita­ tional is Saturday at 10 a.m., and the Scots host Northview in their final home meet of the year next Monday. May 13 at 4 p.m. Unity edges Caledonia The Scots hosted Unity Christian on April 29 and suffered their second league loss of the season, 5-3. Winning matches were Andrew Blanchard at 2 sin­ gles (6-2, 6-4), Ogle and Paarlberg at 3 doubles (6-1, 6-2), and Morgan and Krieger at 4 doubles (6-1,61). The Middleville varsity boys’ tennis team wiped out Rogers on May I, 8-0 Winners were Kevin Schmitz at No. 1 singles (61, 7-5), Andrew Kalcc al 2 singles (6-4, 6-1), Brad Bender at 3 singles (6-0, 60) and Tyler James at 4 sin gles(6-(). 6 2) Kyle McClure and Ben Sevald (6-1, 6-4), Jamie Bcckcring and Kai Kallwcit (2-6, 6-0, 6-3), Brandon Awrcy and David McAllis­ ter (6-0, 6-0), and Ian Seger and Randy Tobias (6-1, 6-4) won their doubles matches. Bender is 9-1, James is 82 and Schmitz is 7-3 on the season. The Trojans (4-3-1, 3-2-1 in the O-K Blue) were scheduled to play at Kclloggsvillc last night. They have the Rat Tail at Coopersville on Thursday and the conference meet at Coopersville on Saturday. TK ties Hamilton The Trojans split their matches against Hamilton on April 29. Bender (6-2, 6-2) and James (6-3, 6-0) won their singles matches. AJ Timm and McAllister won the piv­ otal match of the day at 3 doubles, 7-5 and 7-6 (7-5). Seger and Tobias won at 4 doubles 6-2 and 6-2. TK 2nd at Wayland The Trojans placed sec­ ond at the Wayland Tourney on April 27, a tourney won by the Wildcats with 27 points. TK was two back at 25, followed by Lowell (20) and Godwin (5). Schmitz, Bender and James won their singles flights, and Timm and McAllister won at 3 dou­ bles. Kalce won one of two matches, as did Seger and Tobias. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/May 7. 2002/Page 25 Caledonia, Unity play for soccer Gold on Thursday nowa Hills 29-2 and won that game 8-0. The Scot de­ fense was solid in front of Oblingcr. and the offense pressured and made strong attacks all game long. Melissa Baum and Rachel Buckner finished with hat tricks. Buckner added two assists and Baum had one. Carissa Van Loon and Me­ gan Sandtveit had the other goals, and Jessica Diedrich and Stefanie Maxim each had an assist. Frosh Report The Caledonia freshman girls’ soccer team registered two victories last week on 105 minutes of shutout soc­ cer. improving its record to 5-3. The frosh came from be­ hind to beat Northview 3-1 on April 29. Northview held a 1-0 ad­ vantage at halftime even Caledonia’s Kate Sorenson (5). (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Caledonia varsity soccer team went 2-1 in games last week, pounding league opponents Wyoming Park and Kenowa Hills be­ fore losing at East lensing Caledonia (9-2, 7-0 in the O-K Gold) wraps up the regular season with three more tough games, a stretch that started last night against Forest Hills Central. On Thursday at 4 p.m., the Scots face their toughest O-K Gold challenge to date at conference-favorite Unity Christian, a game that will decide the regular-season ti­ tle. On Friday at 7 p.m., they travel to play defending state champ East Grand Rapids. Caledonia's loss to Class A East Lansing on Saturday snapped an eight-game win­ ning streak and a six-game shutout streak for the Scots. EL’s four goals were as many as Caledonia had al­ lowed in all the rest of their games combined. East Lansing built a 2-0 lead in the first half. With only seven minutes left in the game. Kelley Jackson cut the lead in half for the Scots, but East Lansing ex­ ploited defensive errors to suddenly score two more and put the game away. Stacy Jenema played a solid game in the midfield for Caledonia. Caledonia 7, Wyoming Park 0 Around the rest of the planet, the sport of soccer is called football. The Caledonia varsity soccer team put up some football-like numbers last week, shelling Wyoming Park and Kenowa Hills by one and two touchdowns, re­ spectively. The Scots wasted no time against Park last Thursday, scoring 30 seconds into the game when Kelley Jackson finished a pass from Alicia Rider. Jackson scored unassisted 20 minutes later, Erin Peacy made it 3-0 off an assist from Ashley Frazier, and Jackson completed a firsthalf hat trick to give the Scots a 4-0 advantage at the break. In the second half, Stacy Jenema assisted on goals by Tricia Miedema and Jackson (her fourth), and Jenema scored the seventh goal her­ self. Caledonia out-shot Wyo­ ming Park 28-3. Hannah Cooley stopped all three Vi­ king shots to get the shutout, her sixth in a row. Caledonia 14, Kenowa Hills 0 The dominant Scots out­ shot Kenowa 37-1 for a big win on April 30. Nine different players scored goals, including Erin Durkee. Kelley Jackson (four), Laura Bashlor (two), Alicia Rider, Carlie Sanxter (two), Chelsea Farver, Tricia Miedema. Erin Peacy and Hallie Hargreaves. Assists came from Ashley Frazier. Kelley Jackson (two), Alicia Rider (two), Brooke Hendry, Laura Bashlor. Stacy Jenema and Joy Miedema. Keeper Hannah Cooley notched another shutout. JV Report The Caledonia JV girls’ soccer team beat Wyoming Park 6-0 to improve to 6-1-2 on the season. Katie Donohue. Theresa Olson and Carissa VanLoon worked very well together on the left side of the field and created many give-andgo plays. The Scots held Park to one shot in the first half while building a 5-0 lead. VanLoon (two). Melissa Baum (two). Carly Farver (penalty kick) and Stefanie Maxim scored goals, and Baum. Maxim (two). Emily Schulte and Donohue notched assists. Keeper Jo­ sephine Oblinger recorded her eighth shutout of the season. The JV squad outshot Ke Caledonia’s Stacy Jenema (19). (Photo by Perry Hardin) though Caledonia controlled the play. In the second half, the Scots finally found the back of the net after pound­ ing the goal with shot after shot. Dani Breihof scored all three goals off two assists from Brooke Ziesemer and one from Sylvia Radzikowski. The frosh then traveled to GR Christian and shut out the Eagles 2-0 on May 1. After a scoreless first half. Brooke Ziesemer scored both goals off assists from Deann Warner. Outstanding bend-butnot-break defense from Sarah Phillips. Sylvia Radzikowski. Krysta Huis­ man. Iris Vandan Toom. Sharon Cooley and Amy Nerz preserved the shutout. Deann Warner controlled the midfield, and the frosh got solid goaltending all week from Ziesemer and Sharon Cooley. Great Father's Day Gift! Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP of Michigan LOST STREAM AP The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the ‘Lost Stream Map.’ The ‘Stream Map of Pennsylvania" was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. 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Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 1 J ‘ ‘ I I I �Page 26/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 7, 2002 Scot track 3rd, 4th at Red Arrow Relays Ihe Caledonia girls' track team finished fourth at the Lowell Red Arrow Relays on Saturday. Final team scores were GR Christian 98. Lowell 95, FH Northern 87, Caledonia 82, Mid­ dleville 41, Ionia 25. Northview 14, Orchard View 11 and Creston 8. The Lady Scots had some of their best performances of the season. The 800 relay team of Tiffany Radaz. Shannon Plcva. Samantha Plcva and Erin Mitteer fin­ ished second with a time of 1:51.2. Erin Mitteer also had a second-place finish in the 1(M) hurdles with a time of 16.5, and the 1600 relay team of Julie Slot. Shannon Plcva, Samantha Plcva and Becca Busficld ran a season­ best 4:18.0 to finish third. The Fighting Scot boys finished third at Lowell. The final boys’ standings were Grandville 78, FH Northern 63, Caledonia 58, GR Chris­ tian 52, Orchard View 47, Creston 38. Middleville 37, Ionia 36. Northview 34 and Lowell 21. Taking first-place medals were Tim Ross with a 4:24.4 in the 1600. the Distance Medley team of Joel DcBlaay. Jon Hekman. Patrick Spitzlcy and Ross in 24:21.4, and the Red Arrow Relay team of Hekman. Braydon Dahlberg. Ryan Fitzsimmons and Ross in 4:453. Winning second-place medals were the high jump relay at 18-5 (Joel DeBlaay 6-4, Jeff DeBlaay 6-4 and Nick Perry 5-9) and the 1600 relay team of Dahl­ berg, Fitzsimmons, Hekman and Pat O'Connor improved their best by 7.6 seconds with a time of 3:313. Caledonia hosted its final dual meet of the season last night against Wayland. The O-K Gold Conference Meet begins next Monday. May 13 at 4 p.m. in Hastings. Scots. Sailors split The Caledonia girls’ track team lost its first league meet of the year last Thurs­ day in a heartbreaker, drop­ ping a 73-64 decision to un­ defeated South Christian. The two teams battled right down to the last event, where the Lady Scots clocked their best time of the year in the 1600 relay (4:21.0), only to have the Sailors run their own sea­ son-best (4:16.3) to take the meet. Caledonia (6-2, 6-1 in the O-K Gold) led 26-19 after the field events. Tiffany Ra­ daz won the shot put (32-0). Bode won the discus (97-9) and Angle Maxes topped the pole vault (9-0). Tricia Miedema was first in the 100 (13.5) and 400 (1:02.1). Shannon Pleva won the 200 (28.4) and Becca Busficld was the win­ ner in the 800 (2313). The 800 relay team of Miedema. Shannon Plcva. Samantha Pleva and Erin Mitteer finished first with a season-best 1:52.9. Placing second were Julie Slot (400 and high jump). Erin Mitteer (100 and 300 hurdles). Janine Wilson (dis­ cus) and Katie Ryan (3200). The Fighting Scot boys' track team beat their coun­ terparts from South Chris­ tian 85 1/6 to 51 5/6. Taking firsts for the boys (7-1, 6-1 in the Gold) were Tim Ross in the 800 (2:06.4)3600 (4:40.0) and 3200 (10:03.6). James An­ derson in the shot put (481). Seth Temple in the pole vault (13-0) and Ryan Fitz­ simmons in the 400 (53.3). All 4 Scot relay teams also won. including the 3200 relay (Joel DeBlaay, Patrick Spitzley, Jon Hekman and Ross in 9:29.9). the 800 re­ lay (Aaron Rohr. Kyle Klyn, Nate Van Enk and Pat Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Make the home ofyour dreams, reality. Build your drcam home with one-stop construction loans ami permanent financing at State Hank of Caledonia. Call and make an appointment with one of our Mortgage Associates to see what type offinancing would best fit your needs. He 7/ help Caledonia’s Pat O’Connor. O’Connor in 1:45.9) and the 1600 relay (Braydon Dahl­ berg. Fitzsimmons. Hekman and O'Connor in 3:40.4). Other outstanding efforts were turned in by Nick De Vries in the high hurdles, Jim Haisma in the 300 hur­ dles. Hekman in the 800 and 1600, Dahlberg in the 400, Spitzley in the 1600 and 3200, Angel Castillo in the 800, and Klyn in the 200. Caledonia sweeps Kenowa The Caledonia boys’ track team took a 100-37 victory over the injury-riddled Ke­ nowa Hills Golden Knights on April 29. The following Fighting Scots captured first-place ribbons: Tom Daniels (12.1). in the 100; Kyle Klyn (23.8) in the 200; Braydon Dahl­ berg (53.6) in the 400; Tim Ross in the 800 (2:02.0) and the 1600 (4:42.5), Patrick Spitzley (10:58.5) in the 3200; James Anderson (4410) in the shot put, Jeff De­ Blaay (6-0) in the high jump; and Nick Perry (18-9) in the long jump. All four relays placed first as well: The 400 relay (Steve Marion. Kyle Klyn. Nate Van Enk and Pat O'Connor in 46.0), the 800 relay (Dahlberg, Klyn, Van Enk and O'Connor in 1:36.9), the 1600 relay (Dahlberg. Ryan Fitzsim­ mons, Jon Hekman and The Scots’ Katie Ryan Chad Maxlow in 3:42.8) and the 3200 relay (Joel De­ Blaay. Spitzley, Hekman and Ross in 8:26.9). The girls’ team defeated Kenowa Hills 96-41, win­ ning IZ'of the 17 events. Placing first for the Cale­ donia ladies were: Shot Put Tiffany Radaz - 31-5; High Jump - Angle Maxey - 5-0; Long Jump - Tricia Mie­ dema - 15-5; Discus - Mindy Bode - 93-2; Pole Vault Maxey - 9-0; 100 Hurdles Erin Mitteer - 17.0; 100 Dash - Miedema - 13.7; 4(X) - Julie Slot - 1:06.5; 300 Hurdles - Mitteer - 53.2; 3200 - Katie Ryan 12:56.7; 400 Relay - Radaz, Shannon Pleva, Jenna Geers, Mitteer - 55.1; 1600 Relay Miedema, Slot, Samantha Pleva, Busfield - 4:22.2. Caledonia Relays renamed in Soderman’s honor On April 27, the CHS Athletic Department an­ nounced that the Caledonia Relays will be renamed in honor of long-time track and cross-country coach John Soderman. Soderman was presented with a plaque recognizing his 38 years of service to Caledonia athletes He will also be honored at CHS’s spring awards night on June 3. I’he first official Soder man Relays will run in 2003. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in tins news paper is subje*' to th. 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Bonded k insured In Alto New Lunch Restaurant Open: 11 a.m. - 2p.m. Monday - Friday Daily Lunch Specials & Daily Salad Bar SEATS UPTO ! 6661 Alden Nash • Alto 250 I Loami 8 auks East on 1-96 off the 28ch Street Exit. Take ox 52 1 Lowdl/Ako) touth two tmiei Phone 616-868-0388 Oumer Sharon Haney �Page 28/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/May 7. 2002 We have the for Mom Large Selection of 10” to 16” Hanging Baskets • Dish Gardens • Planter Boxes Alyssum to Zinnia and everything in between Vegetable Plants * '><VV »K Water Plants Perennials Knott's Greenhouses 3422 - 76th Street, SE • Caledonia, MI 49316 Halfway between Kalamazoo Ave. & M-37 Phone 616-698-8221 "Providing quality flowers and plants for over 25 years" Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8a.m. -8 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Closed Sunday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-05-14.pdf e30d3d07620b5ca95e075761eeb45cd3 PDF Text Text Yoir Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 20/May 14, 2002 131st year Caledonia's lop 10 students for 2002 announced Brittany Barber Ashley Frazier Caledonia High School has announced the top ten academic students for the graduating Class of 2002. They arc a diverse group concerning their future en­ deavors with such plans as wildlife biology, teaching. Marine Corps, engineering and business owner. They all have contributed many hours of additional time to their school, community and churches. The following arc highlights from their high school years. Brittany Barber is the salutatorian for CHS. The daughter of Jerry and Chris Barber of Caledonia she is active in school, dance, community and church ac­ tivities. Her school participation includes membership in the National Honor Society, freshman class secretary, sophomore class president, student council member, four years in varsity com­ petitive cheerleading (for which she has received many honors), peer men­ toring and tutoring. She has also been the student chore­ ographer and producer for school plays and musicals and a member of the Princi­ pal’s Student Advisory Board. She is also active in “Flutopia” a West Michigan based flute choir, as well as a member of the Athlete Captain's Council. Jon Gerst Amanda Martin up a picnic supper in a cooler and bring lawn chairs or blankets. The pre-concert activities begin at 2 p.m. Kids can get their faces painted, see a puppet show and munch on popcorn. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. with the Caledonia High School Mary Sandtveit Ryan Sprague Lindsay Stoetzel Rebecca Taylor Steven J Yanosik Barber’s academic ac­ complishments include many awards such as the State of Michigan Competitive Scholarship, MEAP award. Hugh O’Brien Youth Lead­ ership Award, Holton Schol- arship from DcPauw Uni­ versity and a place in “Who’s Who Among American High School Stu­ dents” for three years run­ ning. Her community activi­ ties are just as many encom­ passing such diverse pro­ grams as Sunday School Teacher for Holy Family Catholic church, member of the Youth Advisory Board, volunteering at Catholic So­ cial Services, Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. She has also volunteered at Mary Free Bed Pediatrics as well as a Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member and the Fu­ ture Leaders Advisory Group member. Barber plans to attend DcPauw University in Greencastle, Ind., majoring in psychology and political science. She hopes to con­ tinue on to grad school and become cither a child psy­ chologist or an attorney. What little free time is left to Barber is spent water ski­ ing, boating and reading Ashley Frazier of Alto is a member of the National Honor Society. The daugh­ ter of Curtis and Jenny Fra­ zier, she has been very ac­ tive in soccer, basketball and music throughout her high school years. Frazier was on the varsity soccer team for four years — her senior year as cap­ tain. She played the flute in marching band for four years including flute section leader as a senior. Four years of concert band (two in wind ensemble) and or­ chestra also benefited from her musical talents. She has Patriotic concert set at Redeemer Covenant A patriotic concert and celebration is being planned at Redeemer Covenant Church for Sunday after­ noon. May 19. The church family is in­ viting everyone in the com­ munities around the Dutton church to come out to honor their country and God, pack Denise Robinson String Ensemble providing the American-themed over­ ture. The musical "Sweet Land of Liberty," which in­ corporates many familiar pa­ triotic tunes and folk songs, then wiH be presented by the Redeemer Covenant Choir. Deb Anderson, one of the many people from Re- The Redeemer Covenant Choir will perform patriotic tunes from "Sweet Land of Liberty’ during the concert next Sunday afternoon deemer helping to plan the event, said, "Our intention is to let our community know our doors are open and that we care about providing a church home for those who don't yet have one — a place where people can grow spiritually, praise God, and also honor our country." The conccr* will be held indoors, but if the weather allows, people can enjoy their picnic suppers outdoors after the concert at about 4 pm. In case of rain, the pic­ nic will be moved indoors to the Fellowship Hall. Regardless of the weather. Redeemer Cove­ nant will be providing lem­ onade, coffee, and there will be an old-fashioned ice cream social after the con­ cert and the picnic supper. Redeemer Covenant Church is handicapped ac­ cessible and is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, just south of 68th Street in Dutton. Call 698-8001 with any questions. See top 10 students, pg. 2 In This Issue Middleville planners reject historic building rezoning Fairbanks Estates rezoning tabled by Caledonia planners Proposed high density mixed use residential PUD tabled PDR program soon to be completed �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 14. 2002 Top 10 students, continued from page 1 played the bagpipes for four years having won third place at the Alma Highland Festi­ val in her freshman year. This summer she is planning to travel to the World Bag­ pipe Competition in Scot­ land. Her classmates also voted her class musician. She has received many academic honors, including a MEAP Scholarship. Uni­ versity of Michigan Regents Merit Scholarship and is a current finalist for a Delton Parks Scholarship. She has played premier soccer, including three years with Division 1 Grand Val­ ley Premier and one year with Great Ixkes Premier Soccer. She is a soccer refe­ ree for both Caledonia and Lowell. Frazier plans to attend the University of Michigan to major in actuarial science |relatcs Io statistical calcula­ tions). She also hopes to study abroad in Ecuador and play club soccer while at­ tending college. Her plans to study abroad aren’t out of character, as she has traveled extensively throughout the world and as­ pires Io live in Paris or New York in the future. Her free time includes spending lime at the family cottage, soccer training and traveling. Caledonia is going to miss seeing Jon Gerst on stage as a singer and per­ former. The son of Wally and Donna Gerst, he is very familiar with lhe stage hav ing been in the CHS Players musicals all four years. He is also a four-year member of the Regional Honors Choir. Caledonia Choralaires for three years. State Honors Choirs for two years. All-State Honors Choir one year and SWMVF Honors Choirs for three years. Academically. Gerst is a member of the National Honor Society, lhe Student Council Senior Class Repre­ sentative. has received the “3.5 or Higher” Academic Award for four straight years and is active in the mentoring and tutoring pro­ grams at CHS. He repre­ sented the freshman class at Homecoming in 1998 and was crowned Homecoming King in 2001. Gerst is involved in church activities. He attends Before School Bible Stud­ ies, contributes to the Alto Apostolic Christian Church Young Group and leads his church in singing several times during the week. He has contributed to the community at large by help­ ing with World Relief Pro­ grams, a mission trip to Haiti, attending an Indian­ apolis Outreach program and volunteers at Mel Trot­ ter Ministries. Gerst plans to attend Michigan State University, majoring in landscape de­ sign and a minor in business management. He hopes to turn those degrees into a landscaping business after college graduation. For the time being, he uses his love of landscaping at his posi­ tion with Thornapple River Nursery (he is also a waiter at Rosita's Mexican Restau­ rant) and helping with lawn care for the elderly. His free time activities in­ clude wake boarding, water skiing and boating. He also expects to attend a couple of camps through his church this summer. Amanda Martin is the daughter of Michael and Lavonda Martin of Alto. Martin is active in the Na­ tional Honor Society and the National Relief Network. She received a full scholar ship to the college of her choice, the University of Michigan, where she plans to study literature, science and the arts. She acquired the scholarship through the Navy ROTC. Martin excels in academic testing having scored 29 on the ACT (30 being a perfect score), plus she scored a perfect 99 (the highest score possible) on the ASVAB (Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery Test). She was also the recipient of a University of Michigan Re­ gents Merit Award Scholar­ ship. Martin is on the delayed entry program for the NROTC. Once she gradu­ ates from college, she then will have to go through offi­ cer candidate school and COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Intoducing... Jennifer Battiste M.D., primary care physician, along with long time Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 Advantage obstetrics kids & teens seniors men's & women's health health 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml www.advantagehealth.org Affiliated with Somt Mary s Ve'C/ Veo co complete the training pro­ gram to become an officer of the United States Navy Marines (second lieutenant). Her major is undecided at this time. She spends her free time helping with basketball camps, basketball, softball and tutoring. She enjoys lift­ ing weights and reading as well. Though her major at Al­ bion College is undeclared at this time. Denise Robin­ son . daughter of John and Sandy Robinson, of Caledo­ nia. won’t be sitting idle if her record thus far is any in­ dication. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has been active in theater/drama. vocal music, varsity tennis, mentoring and Giri Scouts. Her participation with the High School Choralaires and church choir was enhanced with membership in the 2001 Michigan All-State Choir and 2002 Regional Honors Choir. She attained her Silver Award and 10year pin for Girl Scouts. She is also active in her church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, worship leader and member of the youth group at Caledonia United Meth­ odist Church. Her academic accom­ plishments include a MEAP Award and tutoring for Spanish. Robinson credits her jobs as a cashier for D&W and a file clerk at Elan Nutrition for helping her to have a greater respect for people skills and learning how to solve problems more effi­ ciently. In the spare time she has left she enjoys biking, swim­ ming, running, tennis, read­ ing and writing. Mary Sandtveit, daugh­ ter of Jane and Randy Sandt­ veit of Caledonia, is the valedictorian for Caledonia High School this year. Sandtveit earned this honor with an overall GPA of 4.26. She has been on the var­ sity softball team for four years, MVP of the 2000 sea­ son and captain of the 2002 season. Besides softball Sandtveit has played varsity basketball for two years and was on the JV basketball team for 2 years. Besides being valedicto­ rian, she is vice president of the National Honor Society and was nominated to the Michigan Academic All­ state team. Her outside activities in­ clude teaching third grade Sunday School, tutoring other students, volunteering at basketball camp for young girls in the commu­ nity and participating for the past four years in lhe Grand Rapids city-wide food drive. Interim found Sandtveit in North Carolina with the Na­ tional Relief Network. She plans to attend DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind., from which she received a math and science award. She is also the recipient of a Merit Scholarship. She plans to major in biology with a look to the future of ecology or wildlife biology. When not busy with school and outside activities. Sandtveit enjoys boating and tubing on Lake Michigan and softball, as well as sing­ ing and playing the piano. Ryan Sprague, son of Shannon and Steve Gould of Caledonia, has a GPA of 4.06. He has been a four-year honor roll student, as well as involved with varsity foot­ ball and soccer. He pre­ sented in the eighth annual Model Schools Conference in San Antonio. Texas. Sprague is currently at­ tending Grand Rapids Com­ munity College, studying physics. His future plans in elude studying engineering at Michigan Tech. He sees his career plans heading to­ ward civil engineering or a roller coaster designer. The community has bene­ fited from Sprague's volun­ teer work through God’s Kitchen; various Michigan art fairs and through the Kalamazoo Art Institute. Sprague's outside activi­ ties include having been a cook at Sam’s Joint. Deer Run Golf Club and currently a line cook at Pietro’s. He credits these jobs with help­ ing him cooperate with oth­ ers even under stress and dealing with “real world problems." He has also found time to become certified as a scuba diver and work in construc­ tion during the summer. Lindsay Stoetzel’s aca­ demic life keeps her busy with National Honor Soci­ ety, Student Council and DECA. The daughter of Thomas and Linda Stoetzel, she was a DECA state final­ ist in 1999, 2001 and 2002. She was the class secretary in her sophomore and junior years and was included in “Who's Who of American High School Students" from 1999-2001. Academics aren’t Stoetzel’s only pursuit as attested by her accomplishments with competitive cheer. She was All-Region and All­ Conference for 2001 and as well as “Camp Champ" at Cham­ pion Cheer Camp in 2001. She works at the Mon­ terey Grill, where she has come to “develop and appre­ ciate teamworking skills," She is also involved with tu­ toring. mentoring and cheer clinics. Her cheering is such an important part of her life that shecventually intends to become a varsity cheerlead­ ing coach. She plans to ma­ jor in English and secondary education for high school English at Michigan State University (Honors Col­ lege). Rebecca Taylor, daugh ter of Catherine and Carl Taylor, holds a 4.219 GPA and is a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society. She has been included in the prestigious "Who’s Who Among American High School Students" for the past two years. Taylor plans to attend Colorado College in Colo­ rado Springs. Her profes­ sional plans involve secon­ dary teaching with an even­ tual professorship. Her academic accom­ plishments include receiving a Regents Merit Scholar­ ship, attending an 11-day National Student Leadership Conference in Washington D.C. (2001) and represented CHS at the Model Schools Conference in (2001). She also received three See top 10 students, pg. 8 Kcauty is an individual journey... an ongoing quest for increased health, skin radiance and inner balance complemented by an overall feeling of well being. At the Studio we believe each person represents beauty in a unique and wonderful way. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 14, 2002/Page 3 Mark Sheldon named Freeport Police Chief by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New Chief Mark Sheldon is carrying on a 40-year tra­ dition of police coverage within the Village of Free­ port. He was named to the po­ sition after two years of ex­ perience in police work, which included service in Prairieville, Freeport and the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment. Sheldon is a graduate of Hastings High School and Kalamazoo Valley Commu­ nity College, as well as the police academy. He was a reserve officer with the City of Hastings for three years before attending the acad­ emy. “I want to be more visible within the community,” Sheldon says. “It amazes me ing in a factory. “I wanted to be able to get outside and I really want to help people.” he says. Being a reserve officer for Hast­ ings opened his eyes to a new career. “I am really fortunate to have support from my fam­ ily.” Sheldon says. “No one in our family had ever been involved in police work be­ fore me.” Sheldon is married and has two daughters. In his spare time Sheldon and his twin brother. Mike, perform as disc jockeys at weddings. "We’ve been do­ ing this for 12 years and it is great. Students at the Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle when I pull someone over for exceeding the 25 mile per hour speed limit within the village and they seem surprised that the village has a police department." Sheldon has also joined the Freeport Fire Depart­ ment as a volunteer fire­ fighter. “I am looking for­ ward to being involved in the community. This is a great place where everyone seems to get along with each other." Getting people to comply with the speed limit is really important to Sheldon. He makes a special effort to pa­ trol during school bus times. “People really fly through the village and I want to make sure that children are safe,” he says. Sheldon got into police work after 10 years of work- School know us because we do DJ duty at school dances.” he says. Sheldon invites Freeport residents to call him if they have questions. If he is not in the office, they should leave a message on the de­ partment's answering ma­ chine. The telephone num­ ber at the Freeport Police Department is 765-3360. Residents should call *>11 it they have an emergency. Updating the police car. improving the office includ­ ing the computer are on Sheldon's to do list. Rut the most important item on the list is getting to know the residents of the village and helping in any way he can. Caledonia American Legion Mark Sheldon Area seniors win awards from Ehlers f FISH FRY# AW-You-Can-Eat have also been leaders in the area of peer respect and community service, school citizenship, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Ideally, the nominee should be a student who signifi­ cantly contributes to making his/her school a better place. Third District Congress­ man Vcrn Ehlers (R-Grand Rapids) will present the Congressional Medal of Merit during a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 4. at the Gerald R. Ford Mu­ seum in Grand Rapids. The awards arc bestowed on one outstanding senior from each high school in the Third Congressional Dis­ trict. Recipients from this area include Elizabeth Nida of Hastings, Ben Conklin of Barry County Christian, Lindsay Morri of Thornap­ ple Kellogg and Jon Gerst of Caledonia. “These students have demonstrated exemplary citizenship and academic ex­ cellence in their high school careers,” Ehlers said. "They C. $7.00 Adults •' $3.50 Children’s Menu 4F Full Catering Service / Banquet Hall Now Taking Reservations Weddings, Anniversary, Birthday, or Any Special Event! 6661 Alden Nash • Alto Located 8 miles East on I-96 off the 28th Street Exit Take exit 52 (Lowell/Alto) south two miles Phone Lindsay Morri I 616-868-0388 Owner: Sharon Haney : Jon Gerst Come On In - NEW Convenient access from shopping centers main entrance! To Celebrate and to Thank You for Your Patience Buy 3 Cards Get One FREE (of equal or lesser value) Coupon vahd at Caledonia location only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Coupon offer expires September 30. 2002 Di s Hallmark - Caledonia 9175 Cherry VaUey Ave 618-891-0305 Receive 20% OFF any one gift item over $20.00 Coupon valid at Caledonia location only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. In-store exceptions apply. Coupon offer expires September 30, 2002. Di'» Hallmark - Caledonia 9175 Cherry Valley Ave 616-891-0305 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 14. 2002 Gun Lake Women's Club wins 26 awards Ten members of the Gun Lake Area Women’s Club took pan in the 107th annual General Federation of Women’s Clubs Michigan Sthte Convention at the Do­ herty Hotel in Clare. Outgoing President Janet Kohn presided over the fes­ tivities. Judges across the state assess the reports of their counterparts submitted in February each year. Re­ porting covers six depart­ ments (three categories in each) and 18 miscellaneous project reports. An addi­ tional 13 categories are cov­ ered at the convention, in­ cluding Mrs. Federation. Woman of Achievement. Press Book. Scrap Books and the like. There are seven districts in GFWC Michigan and each one has a Club-ofthe-Year with a state club awarded from one of these. Attending from the Gun Lake club were Marjory Richards, president: Fran Leonard, vice president: Corrine Andrews, treasurer; Frances Mlynarchek. educa­ tion department chair; Joan Weick. club founder and past state president: Marilyn Finkbeiner; Jose Vogel, president of the Allegan Federation: Plyllis Ullery. Judy Smith and Lucille Hecker. The GFWC-Gun Lake Area club received 26 rec­ ognition awards. MarjoryRichards. accepted 17 first, six second and three third place awards, along with two gold ribbons and a Best of Show, a leaded crystal vase. The club History/Scrap and Press books received the ribbons. and the Press book received the Crystal Vase for Best of Show . First places included Art Deptartment-Literature & Performing Arts; Home Life Department-Special Projects: International Af­ fairs Department-Special Projects and Outreach for Children: Bay Cliff. Epsilon Sigma Omicron. Fundrais­ ing; Honors Score Sheet; Legislation/Public Policy; Libraries 2000; Member­ ship; Public Relations; Resolutions: Scholarships; Hugh O’Brien Youth Lead­ ership; and Community Im­ provement Project (CIP). Resolutions and CIP tar­ geted improvements on Pat­ terson Road between M-179 and Marsh Road. A resolu­ tion was written and submit- Continued next page LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Chun h - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 am 10 45 a m ....................... 600 p.m. Family Night 6 .30 p in 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-.37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stites C 0 M M IM I I I CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 9 30 & 11 00 a m 891-0576 Meeting at the (roti Creek Charter Academy A?ri Afw hurl Stowell. lead Pastor JoeCtput. Worship leader Denns Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891 0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas (>. Beason. VisiUtion Pastor (.ary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Mewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School ....................... Sunday Morning Ubrship Smit. Sunday Evening Service................. Wednesday Mid Shrk Prayer Word of Life Clubs . 9 45 a.m. 11.-00 a.m. . 6:00 pm . 6:45 pm 6.45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Sync xJ ) 9:30 a m. 11 00 a m. 11:00 a m. Worship Sunday Sch<x>l Adult Bible Class Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street 10 00 a m. 11:15 a m. 6 00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Rev Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 tEljc ©lb ®imc iRctljobiSt Cljurd) 5590 WhitneyviHe Ave.. S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tierneyer, Community (ailing 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th Si Rev P Adams Plume 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass .. . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Qualii) Child Care and Programs Worship Hours 900 am and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. May 19: Welcoming People to God Worship Service S 30 a m and 11 00 a m (Jr Church at 1100 only) Sunday School .......9:45 a tn (Nurscn and Child Care available throughout the morning) Rev Norman Kohns (616)8918167 Chutvh Office 616 JN I 8669 Fax tWI 804* www caiedomatimc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St neat Wtvtneyvde Ave Church School. Sunday £7^' Community Chu-ch A Place fur Family & Friends 6201 Whitney vdle Avenue. Alio CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cotwmgmry Worship 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 cm Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office: 848-0391 ___________ lakesiderommumry org Leighton Church Communify of’ 9 45am Praise Staging 10 50 a m Morning Wcrshtp 11 OO am Wed Fellowship 7 30pm Pastor Uo\d De\brmer. Sr Chun h Ph 868 6810 • Pastor s Ph 897 7407 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or w ww peacechurch ci CommuuWy Cnmpm f— andSmma Redeemer Covenant Church Lakeside W ’OVvsEO vomus cxoBi tawc* 891-B02B • c mail < net Sundag Sffcooi 9.30 AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ____________ Office 891-8688__________ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURL I I Preaching the Living Word Serving 7 he Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship ,10:00 a.m (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhp Middtevie Momrg Woarup Sunday School (J & Adults) Nursery • Grade 5 Sr Hgh - Sun Evenrg Jr rtgh - Grades 6^. Wed Evenrig 9J0 am 1100 am 945 am HOOam 600-800 pm. 600-7» pm Ret> Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Wayfarefl —Lighting Up Lives for CodSunday i Community Church Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1190 am An informal, contemporary church committed to our community A Wednesday Family Night 5 45-890 pm P»«o( Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616-698-8001 mkemer^iserrnet wwwretktmtKtntnanLorg A member eft* tmngricd Cammmt Chatha d Ment ^fainU • fffndrae ■ 3^alduaA Finding the Way Together! Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wayfarercc ory WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church Located in Leighton Tow nsiup Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morrung BJOamdllam Nundax School far AM Ago 9 45 a m Contemporary Style of Wtnrap Sunday Exrrupg Sen we pan, P>rcrT Club i K thru o Grade» • VrdneMin 6 JO p m Prayer Meeting UednewjUs o JO p m Youth Frtkiwdup - Sunday 6 00 p m 8 00 AM 9:30 AM 11D0 AM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49UX . 795 7903 CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street (M-37 io Enunons io Vuk) 698-9660 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through Traditional Service Liturgical Lutheran Worship New Life Celebration Service All Services liave a Nurserq available Barrier Free www iserv net' -stpaul YOU ARE INVITED Sunday Worship .9 M) a m and 6:00 p m (("hi Id & Aduh) (l)unng the School Year) CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH (Missouri Sgnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Rev. ffoyte Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod fSt Paul Lutheran Church 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sunday Service Tunes 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hory Comrrvnon 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer pteOM 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rev David T. Hutt wick |Tc|xc| 8546 Whrtneyvae Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School &xx»ySchoa 930 am Sunday Momrg Wonhp 1030 am Mee*.ng at cnapet on WNtneyviae A^e Sunder Evenrg worsrrp 6 00 p m Wed Mdwee* Prayer & 8toie Study 700 pm Sev lYcros Siuys <r/or. nar Bojnor Assoc Pastor __________ wNtneMeooe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 14. 2002/Page 5 From previous page ted for the project, a meeting attended with follow-up contacts made. The club was helpful in getting this pro­ ject on line and it will be completed by fall 2002. Clubwoman Linda Mo­ litor took third place in the poetry division with “Knarled Tree”; honored were Mrs. Federation Corrine Andrews and Woman of Achievement Lucille Hecker, who also shares her membership with the GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club. The club's support for drug abuse and prevention won them the GoodrichJohnson Award, a traveling silver plate. Awards also were given for club sponsorship state­ wide of the KindNews — a conservation newspaper for Berrys to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary On May 5, 2002, Don and Sharon Berry will cele­ brate 40 years of marriage, a quiet celebration is planned with the family. Baker has 5 generations children. Clubs sponsor a teacher and provide each with a classroom set of the Kinds *N Kindness KindNews. A total of 267 teach­ ers in Michigan were spon­ sored by GFWC Michigan Clubs. The 64 in the GFWC-Mt. Pleasant area and 51 by the GFWC Ladies Library Association of Kala­ mazoo had the highest num­ bers. and 26 clubs across the state participated. Besides awards, the con­ vention held workshops for secretaries, club presidents, effective reporting, newslet­ ters and articles, club treas­ urers, and membership chairs. There was an auc­ tion to raise funds for the president's special project. Bay Cliff, interspersed with a talent show. First-time convention attendees were treated to a First-Timers’ Breakfast in the president's suite Reports were heard from district presidents; spe­ cial membership awards were given out as well as nursing and arts scholarship awards. Attending from GFWC International was Jacquelyn Pierce, second vice presi­ dent. Voting and installation of 2002-2004 slate of officers was held w Uh the results as follows: Joan Macklin, president; Linda Clark, first vice president: Lisa Fern­ strum. second vice presi­ dent; Brenda Peters, record­ ing secretary; Peg Christo­ pher. treasurer; and Chris­ tine Huebner, financial sec­ retary. These officers take the helm July 1. Judge Thomas McLaugh­ lin for the 17th District Pro­ bate Court of Clare and Gladwin counties spoke about families and their status today. Lynn Bartley, who was one of 12 women who trav­ eled from Russia to the North Pole as part of the Women Quest: Polar Trek 2001. Alan White, author and Clare city police and liaison officer for Clare Public Schools, gave his humorous accounts of life as a police­ man in Skagway, Alaska. Stephanie Wiltse is music director of Embellish, the professional handbell en­ semble in Grand Rapids and directs handbell choirs at Park Congregational Church. Aquinas and Calvin Colleges. She is the daugh­ ter of GFWC Michigan Mu­ sic Director George Ann Wolf, of GFWC-Mt. Pleas­ ant. Accompanying her was Philip Pletcher, music direc­ tor of St. Cecilia Music So­ ciety in Grand Rapids. Installation of officers was handled by Gloria Downhour. past state presi­ TK Community Ed plans summer events The local senior citizens meeting in the Senior Citizens Community Room this month will be at I p.m. Monday, May 20. Those attending are asked to bring a favorite dessert dish to share. Mrs. Erb's first grade class will visit and sing a selection of their favorite songs. Register by calling 795-3397. TK Community Education will offer summer enrichment classes and trips for children. Information will be sent home with students or forms may be picked up in the community education office, 507 W. Main St. after May 16. Registration for summer swim lessons begins Thurs­ day, May 23, at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. high Enrollment is limited to resi­ dents of the TK school dis­ trict. Call after May 23 for class availability. Lessons have been set up to run June 10-20. Sessions will be held Monday through Thursday and will give stu­ dents eight pool visits. All classes are $20 and must be prepaid. The schedule is Level I Water Exploration, 4 years+, 10 to 10;30 a.m.; Level I Water Explorations, 4 years +, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Level 2 Primary Skills, II to 11:40 a m.; Level 2 Primary Skills, 11:45 to 12:25 p.m.; Level 3 and 4 Stroke Readiness/ Stroke Development, 12:30 to 1:10 p.m.; Level 5 and 6 Stroke Refinement/Skill Pro­ ficiency, 1:15 to 1:55 p.m. Students must have passed the previous level before enrolling in a higher level. Classes must meet minimum enrollment to run. dent. and Dana Macklin played keyboard with a vari­ ety of selections, including "God Bless America”. Petey Semmcns of GFWC Escanaba Woman's Club presented an invitation to the Upper Peninsula for the 108th Convention in April of 2003. Closing ceremonies included memorials for de­ ceased club members of 2001; and Arts/Crafts. Scrapbook and Press Book Awards. For more information about local clubs of the Gen­ eral Federation of Women's Clubs, call Fran Leonard, publicity chair. GFWC-Gun Lake Area at 795-8731 or President Marjory Richards al 795-3969. What futheuuis ‘Jiclicue Sponsored by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church A member congregation of the I uthcrin Church -Missouri Synod Lutherans believe that there is only one God. This one God has chosen to reveal Himself to hu­ manity through creafiv^ hupuimty's conscience, and through the.,Holy h^a^cord with the Apostle’s. NuxajeJand AtKanasian Creeds of his­ toric Chnsyaoity, Lutherans bejieve that this one God is trii .there ire t rsons There, one God. Father who Cvelted us, within th( mdheud; gainst Him continues to and thou| we rchelh re nedd fol tins fife. the Son. whom provide w the Father^cnlto rescheTti!; from sitj/Ynd death through HisNaccibys blodd andXsuuorction from the dead; and tn^HoK Spirit. ^q^ontinually calls rebellious luiniaiiity kk tiriih'ui the resurrected Son. All three persons are equally God, equally eternal, equally infinite and powerful. Lutherans believe with the rest of historic Chris­ tianity that those who do not believe in the Holy Trinity, such as the Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Jews, and Muslims, do not believe in the true God. Yet the true God still would have them change their minds and believe in Him. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street • Middleville 616-795-2391 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m MEMORIAL DAY FLOWERS (Front row) DeEtte Baker, great great grandma; Laura Mayhew, great grandma; Jayden Patrick Mayhew, son; (back row) Patrick Mayhew Jr., dad and Patrick Mayhew Sr., grandpa. Liners..... from $ 1 Q95 X Artificial Liners Mixed Bouquets for Cemeteries Great Local Service! $ JU 88 ............................................................... from ARTIFICIAL WREATHS CROSSES • SPRAYS • PILLOWS CONCRETE URNS Hanging Baskets $-| coo from JL SERVING BARRY COUNTY PERSONALLY rj since 1954 Lynn Denton Agency iwi.tiaiHniitM i-soow-szM si7«M005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE r M FARM BUREAU ■ • *MV BUMfe »*. INSURANCE MO- • -and- Christian Bookstore , 109-111 West State Street Hastings, Mi 49058 j/ 945-5029 Teleflora deliver to all cemeteries in Barry County —both silk & fresh IVe �Page 6/The Sun and News Mkfcfleville Ml/May 14. 2002 Local Poppy Day poster contest winners named Stephanie Bordewyk (right) holds her fst place ribbon, while fellow CMS stu­ dents Ashley Conens (left) and Valerie Chase display their third place and second place winning posters. Bordewyk's poster is headed for district competition Angela Conens holds her first place ribbon as competitors Michelle Ben­ nett (middle) and Melodie Hickel show their second and third place winning posters for the American Legion Auxiliary poster contest. Conens’ poster is being judged for the dis­ trict level contest. Paper Poppy flowers will be popping up all over Cale­ donia May 16-18 when the American Legion Auxil­ iary sponsors Poppy Days. Poster contests are held on local, district, state and Both Stacey Jenema (left) and Carissa VanLoon received honorable mentions for their posters. leasnve HAIR DESIGNER^ OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available \ v Make your appointments non' for all your... TANNING and BODY WAXING NEEDS Try it today - you’ll be pleased with the results. 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appt.! JJE A freshman at CHS, Betsy Corson was judged in the Class III section of the poster contest. She received honorable men­ tion. Family Dentistry of Caledonia national levels to find the perfect poppy poster to rep­ resent the history and idea behind the American Legion poppy for the year. Caledonia High School students competing in the Class IV local level this year were Angela Conens, who received first place locally; Michelle Bennett, second place; Melodie Hickel, third place; plus Betsy Corson, Stacey Jenema and Carissa VanLoon, all receiving hon­ orable mention accolades. CMS students competing in Class Ill were Stephanie Bordewyk, first place; Vale­ rie Chase, second place; Ashley Conens third and Chad Burrows receiving honorable mention. Each student mentioned received a small monetary award as well as their rib­ bons of placement. The top two posters by Angela Conens and Stepha­ nie Bordewyk will be con­ tinuing onto Fifth District competition, which includes Kent and Ottawa counties. Barb Scott of the Ameri­ can Legion Auxiliary said, “We usually win at district and win or place at (the state level competition). A few years ago we had one go onto national.” With the exception of the two continuing on to state, the winning local posters will be on display at the Ad­ ministration Building on Main Street. All other post­ ers submitted locally will be on display at the American Legion in the main hall. The posters will be displayed un­ til after Memorial Day. A total of 42 posters were sub­ mitted for the contest. The American Legion Auxiliary has sponsored poppy Days for more than 65 years. The poppy flower, which is made by the veter­ ans, is to remind America that millions have sacrificed their lives and health to keep the nation strong and free. All contributions that the auxiliary receives during Poppy Days are dedicated to the rehabilitation and assis­ tance for veterans and their families. During World War I. the poppy flower, growing wild on the battlefields of Flan­ ders. became a symbol of sacrifice and a sign of hope and renewal for those who lived. For those who lost their lives it was a constant reminder of their bravery. For those interested in contributing to this cause, look for the American Le­ gion Auxiliary ladies at lo­ cal area businesses during Poppy Days May 16-18. CMS student Chad Burrows received an honorable mention for his poster. Contempo Salon invites you to come in and meet... Wi/uta.) 2001-2002 Salon On Jha Jcwn Vlaqayna Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening (tours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan CHS student, Angela Conens' first place win­ ning poster for Class IV m M HAIR STYLES FOR LIFESTYLES a JuU iawia ^alcn fsA iht tniiAt tamilyf Caledonia village centre • 891-1095 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/May 14. 2002/Page 7 Second ‘A is for Excellence’ drawing winners announced Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts in Middleville has an­ nounced the winners for the second “A is for Excel­ lence” drawing. There were a total of 177 entries from students with at least one A from Page Ele­ mentary. TK Middle School and TKHS. Winners received a $25 gift certificate to Rivertown Crossings. Fourth-grader Christopher Smith was the winner from Page. Sixth-grader Katie Duff won at the middle school level. Sophomore Carl Frey was the winner from the high school. These three winners are eligible for the drawing of the $100 savings bond, which will be presented to one of the students who re­ ceived a A on their report card and filled out a form at Thornapplc Financial Cen­ ter. Cheryl Mosey from the center says, "1 really enjoy getting to meet the students when they bring their report cards in. They are so proud of their grades.” Once report cards come home at the end of the se­ mester students have two The Dixieland Swing Praise Band. Dixieland Swing Praise Band to play at Lakeside Church Winners of the third marking penod’s “A is for Worship will take on a Excellence" contest sponsored by the Thomapple Financial Center were (seated from left) Carl Frey, slightly unusual form at the Community Christopher Smith and Katie Duff. They were congratu­ Lakeside lated by (standing from left) Cheryl Mosey, Susan Church at 6 p.m. Sundayg, May 19, when the Dixieland Foster and Deborah Wert. weeks to bring in their re­ port cards to the TFC office at 111 Broadway (M-37) in Middleville. The office is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Thornapplc Financial Center owner Susan Foster says, “It shows we have many students in our com­ munity who arc working very hard in school.” TK library seeks older students for ‘Summer Heroes’ program The summer reading club at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will help students “Dive into books.” One of the really fun ways older students can par­ ticipate is by becoming a “Summer Hero” at the li­ brary. Toni Whitehead do­ nates two ponytails to Locks of Love on April 8 Makeover for a good cause Toni likes her new look! This program is open to all TK students who are 11 years or older. Students will get to help the the summer reading club, assist with pro­ grams and even help library staff. This is an excellent way for students to see how a li­ brary works and may even help with future research pa­ pers. Applications can be filled out at the library. The dead­ line to apply for being a “Li­ brary Hero” is May 31. An orientation meeting will be held Thursday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m. Also during May story teller Francey Tobin will re­ turn on Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. She will help young readers go “Buggy for Books.” Story hours last about half an hour and begin at 7 p.m. at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary located inside the TK High School. Each evening includes stories, songs and a craft. During the week of May 20-24 Michigan Week mate­ rials will be available for students to pick up. There is a display of Michigan re­ lated material at the library as well. The library will be open its summer hours beginning May 28. Beginning on Friday. June 7, through Labor Day the library will be closed on Fridays. A calendar of summer li­ brary events is included in the most recent edition of The Key For more information about the Thomapple Kel­ logg School and Communitv Library, call 795-5434. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Swing Praise Band will pro­ vide music combining old hymns and new choruses in a fun and celebrative Dixie­ land and contemporary mix setting. Besides the vocalists are the band’s instruments, which include piano, bass, drums, trumpet, clarinet, tenor saxophone, trombone and baritone saxophone. This combination provides , unique means of praising God. using traditional hymns as well as some con­ temporary praise songs. The Dixieland Swing Praise Band is a ministry of Fair Haven Ministries of Hudsonville. The Lakeside Community Church. 6201 Whitneyville SE. Alto. For more information, please call 868-0391 SADD talent show planned The Students Against De­ structive Decisions (SADD) will hold a fund-raiser Thursday night. May 16. at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium. TK Band Boosters to meet tonight The Thornapple Kellogg Band Boosters meet tonight Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m. in the high school band room. This will be a year end wrap up including a review of finances and band uni­ forms and election of next year’s officers. There will also be a re­ view of the boosters’ role in the home-based band camp this summer. Any parent with students in choir or band is welcome at the meeting. This staff talent and “fol­ lies” show will focus on family entertainment, featur­ ing staff, student and com­ munity members. The show will feature singing, instrumental per­ formances, a fun “magic” show and a guest appear­ ance by the Middleville United Methodist Church’s handbell choir. Participants include high school staff members Susan Rcplogle, Joe Pellerito. Tri­ cia Rickert, George Dudik. Vicki Marsh, and John Con­ sidine. A few students will get into the act as well. The cost is $2 per person. All proceeds will benefit the high school SADD group. y Kim's Konsignmcnt 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J, Caledonia, Ml 41*116 1 891-2418 Hour*: Mon. St Wed. 10-JHjwn, Tuck. ft Thun, Fri 10-fifxn; Sal. 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On Thursday, May 9 at McFall Elementary for the Tuesday, Thursday kin­ dergarten classes and on Friday, May 10 at McFall, Lee and Page parking lots and classrooms were filled to bursting with spe­ cial friends Here looking at the art in the hallways was exciting. At left. But the best part of special friends day just might be the hugs! At nght: McFall principal Bill Rich helped serve lunch. Affordable Lawn Care Providing over 14 years of professional experience! For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 •r email: atfartskle lawncare@hetmail.cem Qzntui^ Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook Tach office independently owned and operated SOL THE.AST US<-i Croolt* Crwwk 2 PUS ACRES! J bedroom. 2 both home with 1*444 Si Urpc dcvk. pm ate stream and wtung with num to pro*' SI4V A-A» AeMon ’ A?foHi.m.’t/tt*: MIDDLE\ H I E AREA 1331 V U-37 Hwy PUCE REDUCED! 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RHOUSEh trips including India, Little Rock and AK plus Toys for Tots are counted among her previous accomplishments. Taylor has received nu­ merous community service awards and dance competi­ tion awards for her hard work and dedication. “Who’s Who in American High Schools” is familiar with Steven J. Yanosik. son of Al and Candace Yanosik. He’s been written up in their pages all four of his high school years. He also re­ ceived the All-American Scholar Award. He is very active in sports having been a captain of the soccer team and receiving All-Conference, All-District, All-Region and an Honor­ able Mention at All-State. He has also been a captain for basketball - starting as a point guard, captain of the baseball team and kicker for the football team. Golf is also a favorite pas­ time. He is very active in his church and is a mentor for elementary age students in Grand Rapids for a program called “Little Buddies.” He plans to work this summer at Foremost Insur­ ance and then will attend Michigan State University in the fall. He expects to pur­ sue a degree in the engineer­ ing field with a business de­ gree as another possibility. movie OUTPOST YIDCO SUPCRHORC Glen Valley Retail Center 9175 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37, Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9303 OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY, MAY 18™ 11 a.m. TO 7 p.m. Muf Mort iMutgi ArciltMt! 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The homestead was established in 1786 and straddles the Mason-Dixon line. Mason Dixon Farms re­ ceived the first Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award from the International Dairy Foods Association in 1999 More than 10,000 visitors from all over the world visit the farm to see first hand the innovations and inventions developed by the Waybrights to improve production efficiency. The farm milks more than 2,300 Holstein cows and Waybright plans to expand his herd to 3,000. Even large farms can be good neighbors if good farming practices are followed Gasper discovered. Gasper told her col­ leagues on the Thornapple Township Planning Com­ mission that she learned a great deal from the tour on how communities and states work together to “improve the quality of life" for resi­ dents. “There are lots of differ­ ent answers out there, we have to ask the right ques­ tions and decide what is best for us. I have lots of infor­ mation to share with you,” she said. After several years of pro­ viding tours for local and state officials, the Ultimate Farm Tour may take a hiatus until after the next series of national elections. Linda Gasper and Pennsylvania farmer Dick Waybright discussed agriculture’s place in rural communities during the Ultimate Farm Tour this spnng. Thornapple Trail Association on-line Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapplc Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thornapplctrail.com and thomapplctrail.org. Association member Mark Fritsma, using funds from a DALMAC grant and assistance from students at Davenport University, de­ signed the website. Information on the web­ site includes a map, infor- mation about the history, a membership application and trail activities. There also will be links to other bicy­ cling trails and organizations in Michigan. TTA president Michael Gormley said, “We think this will help area residents and visitors learn about the trail. We are continuing to work on improvements and cyclists should see the Cale­ donia section of the trail paved this summer.” The website may also help the TTA do fund-rais­ ing to pave the portion of the trail from McCann Road to Irving Road. “Anyone in- terested in learning more about the trail or joining the association can attend our next meeting on May 23 at the Rutland Township Hall. Gormley said. TK graduate presents Elkin research project Albion College student Jennifer C. Tobin demon­ strated exceptional academic Make the home ofyour dreams, reality. Build your drcam home with one-stop construction loans and permanent financing at State Bank of Caledonia. Call and make an appointment with one of our achievement by presenting an original research project, “Designing a LabVIEW Program to Determine the Electrical Properties of New Superconducting Materials” during the College’s Elkin Isaac Research Symposium. The Elkin R. Issac Research Symposium hon­ ors former teacher, coach and mentor, Elkin R. “Ike” Isaac, ‘48. Isaac taught at Albion College from 1952 to 1975, and coached champi­ on basketball, track and cross-country teams. The day-long symposium, highlights current original research done by more than 80 students in all academic disciplines. Tobin is a senior majoring in chemistry and physics. She is the daughter of Daniel Tobin and Frances Tobin of Hastings and a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Griff visits McFallL Thomas Muste is a first grader at McFall Elemen­ tary School He had a special friend come visit his classroom. Griff, the Grand Rapid’s Griffins hockey team mascot took time out form preparing for the playoffs to come to Middleville. Mortgage. Issociates to see In Caledonia would like to welcome what type of financing would Ray and Louise Diehl best fit your needs. II? ’ll help Pearson-Cook to our team of professionals! you realize your dreams and get your home ojfpaper ami onto your land. 4* Ray Diehl Louise Diehl 891-8980 891-8980 State Bank of Caledonia We are pleased to welcome Ray and l^ouise Diehl to our sales team has a background tn banking and finance and has been licensed in real estate since 1995. Serving Barry. Kent, and Allegan counties. Louise has a background in retail sales, marketing presentation, design, and decorating. Her visual presentation skills will be an asset in presenting your home Ray 627 East Main Street • Caledonia. 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo. 3205 68th Street. SE • Dutton. 303 Arlington Street • Middleville. Ml Ml Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • 616.891.8113 • 616.381.7960 • 616 698 6337 • 616.795.3361 to prospective buyers. For all your real estate needs, call L ouise and Ray! �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 14 2002/Page 11 Nine local students graduate from Hope Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Brian Hammer 612 E Mam St. • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891.9294 Ryan Overmyer Charles Kroll Y evtns 620 Tanner Lake Road • Hastings, Ml 49058 Elizabeth Paarlberg Benjamin Sportel Nine .students were among the graduates who received bachelor of arts de­ grees May 5 at commence­ ment at Hope College. The students, their home­ towns. parents and major fields of study were: • Todd Bloemers, son of Gary and Gale Bloemers of Alto, kinesiology. • Brandon Funk, son of Keith and Lynn Funk of Alto, business administra­ tion. • Brian Hammer, son of Ron and Marsha Hammer of Alto, social studies. • Charles Kroll, son of David and Tamara Kroll of Caledonia, accounting. • Bctsi Mulder, daughter of Peter and Beth Mulder of Caledonia, special educa­ tion, learning disabilities. • Elizabeth Paarlberg. daughter of Tom and Fonda Paarlberg of Alto, business administration. • Tim Soper, son of Herma Soper of Caledonia, kinesiology. • Benjamin Sportel, son of Randall and Debra Sportel of Caledonia, business ad­ ministration. • Ryan Overmyer, son of Cortland and Carol Overmyer of Alto, exercise science. 616-945-4177 • 1-888-99-SHADE ig ian liberal arts university located eight miles west of Jackson, Mich. With a total enrollment of 2,350. the University is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. ARK VETERINARY SERVICES Dr. Larry Julius Small Animal House Calls Huge Spring Savings All HunterDpuglas WINDOW FASHIONS Products on Sale NOWl Middleville woman Spring Arbor graduate Ellyat Gail Brown of Middleville was granted a bachelor’s degree at Spring Arbor University during the February commencement services. Bonn earned her degree in management and organiza­ tional development. Spring Arbor University is a private, four-year. Christ­ /'Treatments xVFineV} XjFurnitureY 4 Mini Honeycomb Blinds Shades 80% Off 70% Off Faux Wood Blinds Warp Free __ / V / C/ Off 1. JL Guaranteed Silhouette Nantucket Shades Shades 40% Off 10% Off 5 £3 pL Y VF Vertical Blinds JL JL / x) Offer not available with other discounts and specials �Page 12/The Sun and News MiddfeviHe. Ml/May 14. 2002 Authorities warn that children aren't waterproof tresses and toys, are not sub­ stitutes for proper supervi­ sion. Drownings happen quick­ ly and without warning. There is no cry for help. Children under 4 are at espe­ cially high risk. It takes only an inch of water and a few moments for a child to drown. It could happen in a bathtub, “kiddie pool." toilet bowl or a pail of water. Sheriff Jones offers these water safety dps: • Never leave a young child alone in the tub. not even to answer the phone or to get a towel. If you must leave, take the child with you. • Always watch your child by the pool, at the beach, by a lake. Beware of backyard pools and water ponds in the neighborhood. Your child could wander off and acci­ dentally fall in. • Enroll children over age 3 in swimming lessons taught by qualified instruc­ tors. But keep in mind that lessons don’t make your child “drown-proof.” • Never let older children swim in unsupervised areas like quarries, canals or ponds. Older kids are at risk of drowning when they over­ estimate their ability or underestimate how deep the water is. Sheriff Jones advises teaching your “swimmers” these key rules: 1. Inadequately or no physical protection around the pool area. 2. Temporary absence of qualified adult supervision. 3. Insufficient water-sur­ vival knowledge and swim­ ming ability on the part of the victim. Children at poolside must be watched constantly. Adults should not allow themselves to be distracted by household chores or other recreational activities. Don’t consider children to be “drown-proof' because you enrolled them in a swim­ ming class. Also, floatation devices such as inner tubes, water rings, inflatable mat- The season is here, when many residents are getting their pool ready for the siz­ zling summer ahead. Eaton County Sheriff Rick Jones reminds citizens about water safety. This not only applies to pools but also wading pools and the ever increasingly popular water ponds. Backyard pools, from the small plastic wading pools to the most elaborate in-ground pools built for diving, have one common hazard: It takes very little water and very little time to drown in them. Three conditions are usu­ ally involved in a home-pool drowning: Middleville woman joins Tastefully Simple Kem Rozell of Middle ville recently became a con­ sultant for Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct sales company based in Alexan­ dria. MN. As a consultant. ClarkGranger conducts in-home presentations of upscale, convenience driven gourmet foods. During these interac­ tive taste-testing parties, guests receive easy meal ideas, recipes and entertain­ ment suggestions. Products are received at the party; gift boxes may be ordered for personal and corporate gifts. Rozell joins more than 5,100 consultants in 49 states who have discovered Tastefully Simple's products and income potential, found­ ed in 1995, Tastefully Simple “offers small indul­ gences for busy lives." For more information on Tastefully Simple, call Rozell at 795-2637 or corpo­ rate headquarters at 320763-0695. or visit the web site at www.tastefullysimple.com. You’ve worked hard for your money. 1. Swim with a buddy, never alone. 2. Don't dive into unknown bodies of water. Wade first to avoid hitting your head on a shallow bot­ tom. 3. Don’t push or jump on other swimmers. 4. And for the adults: always be prepared for an emergency Water safety applies to the young as well as the old. The use of alcohol and/or drugs and the nsk-taking of ado­ lescents associated with water activities are causes of potentially hazardous behav­ ior around water. All pool owners and their families are urged to seek training in swimming, life­ saving. first aid and cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). For more informa­ tion on first aid and CPR training, call the Safety Council at 517-394-4614. ‘Seance’ is a hoot, raises money for scholarships This small band of cast members from the Village Players brought the “Seance at Yankee Springs” to life for one night only on May 9 as part of a sold out scholar­ ship fundraiser sponsored by the GFWC-Gun Lake. Make it work hard for you... Considering all the time, effort and expense it takes to run a successful small business, how can you ensure that your retirement years really will be your golden years? You are invited to join a group of business owmers and me for a FREE retirement planning luncheon. We will discuss the concerns you have about running your business while also trying to plan for retirement. I’ll explain a variety of retirement planning options that may meet your specific needs. Many retirement plans are surprisingly simple and inexpensive to set up and maintain, making it easier for you to plan for you and your employees finan­ cial future. PLEASE JOIN US FOR LUNCH TO LEARN MORE! Where: Monterey Grille, 9866 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia When: Monday, May 20th at 12:00 pm RSVP: Seating is limited so call Kelly at 891-1173 Hosted by: Drew McFadden. Investment Representative hreu McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valiev Avr. S.E. Suite E. Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus: 616-891-1173 Toll Free: 866-891-1173 ww-w.edwardjoite^.cxMn Custom Made Pre-Inked Rubber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp & clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! 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The process culminates with the girl designing a project based on her inter­ ests and the needs in her community and then volun tecring a minimum of 50 hours implementing that project. The Gold Award is recog­ nized by such noteworthy individuals as the Pit side nt of the United States, Con­ gressmen and the United States Military. In addition, more than bO colleges and universities nationwide offer specific scholarships to Gold Award recipients. Danielson, a junior at Caledonia and a Girl Scout for I I years, has incorpo­ rated her love of music with the need for more music op­ portunities for middle school children. She started a flute choir for Caledonia eighth­ graders. Her choir met weekly, and sessions were designed to enhance student Saving on home insurance is “NoProlW’ — --------—,---uxinxL .< tlvHixUKk Luiu1k> are saxuig nwney with AutivOwnen liv.Mir.UKt far thew kwe .uvd skills and introduce them to different music styles. The weekly lessons cul­ minated at the Caledonia Christmas Band Concert where Danielson's choir per­ formed an arrangement of "Silent Night’ that she wrote. Following graduation, she hopes to pursue a degree in music education. Atkinson, a Caledonia High School junior, has been a Girl Scout for nine years. She created a craft and activity book for Inter­ faith Hospitality Network (IHN). As an active IHN volunteer. Atkinson ad­ dressed the need for such a book when few volunteers signed up to do games and crafts with the children of the IHN families. She be­ lieved many people avoided this position since no ideas were available at the church. With her book of crafts and activities in place, she hopes more individuals will sign up to work with the children. Atkinson plans to attend college after graduation, but is currently undecided about a major. Kraft, a Caledonia High School senior, has been a Girl Scout for 12 years. For her Gold Award project, she held a 10-week class for Caledonia Middle School students titled "Act Nor­ mal?" She designed the classes in hopes of getting more students involved in the theater program. Classes focused on improvisation, voice and movement signifi­ cance. concentration, trust and character. Kraft plans to attend ei­ ther Olivet College or Grand Rapids Community College in the fall and anticipates someday being a stay-athome mom. Alexander, a junior at Caledonia High School, has been a Girl Scout for 12 years. She addressed the in­ creased lack of manners in our society for her Gold Award Project. Alexander hosted an all-day event for Junior and Cadette/Senior Girl Scouts in which she in­ troduced a ‘‘Manners Badge." Among the items she addressed at the event were proper manners for en­ tertaining guests, basic table etiquette, the art of formal introductions and the impor­ tance of respect. 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GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH Grilled chicken bieast topped with lettuce and tomato, served with honey mustard sauce ADD CHEESE.......................................................... $5.25 $1.40 $.50 MONTEREY WRAPPER A large tortilla filled with Monterey tenders. Monterey s cheese blend, barbecue sauce, bacon, lettuce and tomato GRILLED DELI CHIPS AND SALSA - $3.25 A never ending plate of our homemade tortilla chips served wall salsa Layers of hot ham, turkey, bacon and American cheese, served on gnlled french bread FRENCH DIP CHICKEN TORTILIA SOUP OR SOUP OF THE DAY - Grilled french bread stuffed with sliced roast beef, swiss cheese and mushrooms Served with a side of Au Ju.............. Cup........................................................................................................................................................... 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Rxashniocns diced mraatuen. on»«> and bason $7.55 BBQ BEEF $7.45 A tender cajun catfish fillet topped with lettuce and tomato Served with a Southwest mayo GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD mushrooms. dK«d MM' w-». hbck CHIEF SALAD BLACKENED CATFISH - HALF SANDWICH COMBO $6.95 SOUP AND SALAD HOT ROAST BEEF SANDWICH salad $575 891-2928 Located 1 block north of 100th St. in the Caledonia Plaza Hours: Breakfast - Sat. 8am - 11am, Sun. 9am - 11am, Mon.-Thurs., 11am - 8:30pm, Fri. 11am - 9pm, Sat. 8am - 9pm, Sun. 9am - 2:30pm �r one year anniversary with the made us a success! MONTEREY RIBS ENTREES AD ribs served with a bouse salad and french fries All enure* served wah your choke of two wdes <1 Jnies* specified) Subsume a udt <fash for a bowl of soup ?5 BABY BACK RIBS - HOMESTYLE POT ROAST A rfow cooked homewtyie pot roast topped with beef gravy $7.55 Marinated grilled chkken breast topped with grilled mushrooms, bacon and smothered w ah Monterey* < heme blend A half rack of our baby hack ribs served with lightly beaded shnmp $8-95 HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN Grilled chicken bream covered with honey mumard sauce $1145 FISH AND SHRIMP PLATTER $9 95 DESSERTS A home baked apple pie complimented with a side of deitoous cinnamon crunch Ke cream A wonderful blend of banana and cheese cake deep fried and topped with a hot caramel sauce $7.95 BBQ CHICKEN Marinated grilled chicken breast basted tn a barbecue sauce $8.25 Chicken tenderloins coated with our house batter, fried to perfection and served with a sauce of your choice ...................................... $8.45 A juicy H ounce sizzler steak served with garlic toast and your choice of two side dishes $8.95 •GRILLED SIRLOIN A 10 ounce sirloin topjx-d w ith grilled mushnxiins and onions. Served w ith a Monterey salad and your choice of side dish A generous portion of premium vanilla ice cream, breaded in our secret crust smothered w ith hot fudge, caramel and whipped cream ........................................................... A layer of our homemade brownie, topped with two scoops of our premiium vanilla ice c ream, hot fudge, whipped cream and nuts Ask your server about the fresh catch feature of the day Served with a bouse salad and one side dish $10.45 510 95 $12.95 SIDES Side Salad, Red Skin Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Rae. f ries. Apple Sauce, Cole Slaw . Cottage Cheese. fenixine Alfredo. Vegetal vie of the Day, 1 lb Baked Pt Haloes (After 5:00), Monterey Loaded Masiied Potatoes add 50 PASTAS AND MORE!! PASTA MARIN ARA Penne pasta topped with a house red sauce and parmesan cheese Served with a bread stxk and a Monterey Salad $8.25 With grilled chicken...................................... $9.65 CHICKEN PARMESAN Breaded< hkken over fettuune topped with melted. 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[ One tyewt (Lnnu^^cvuf Special... | BUY ONE MENU ITEM AND RECEIVE SECOND ONE AT HALF OFF (equal or lesser value, not valid with any other discounts) Expires 5/21/02 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 14. 2002 Middleville planners reject historic building rezoning Planning Commission Chairman Eldon Newmyer explained that the council could accept the decision, hold another public hearing on the issue or approve the rezoning. The board approved, with restrictions, the revised plans for a new office/hght assembly/research and de­ velopment building planned by Willis Clark. Clark is the owner of Gateway Engineer­ ing and the new plans were presented by his son. Eric. The commission ap­ plauded Clark for the redes- by Patricia Johns Staff Writer William Crisher appeared before the Middleville Vil­ lage Planning Commission last Tuesday night to ask that the former church build­ ing and Pythian Hall be re­ zoned from R-2 residential to R-4 residential. Crisher, who provided the commission with a copy of an inspection of the build­ ing, said it would take close to $250,000 to restore the exterior of the building, and create five apartments. He said, “It would take this many apartments to al­ low me to get a return on my investments." Crisher said that the building would look "pretty much the way it docs in some historic photographs" when he had finished with the renovations. He planned for 10 to 13 parking spaces, a small play area and all new wiring, plumbing and appliances. “I plan to market these apartments to middle class tenants. The rents would be at least $450 to $550 per unit, depending on size. Several neighbors raised concerns about parking, the type of tenants who would rent in the building, past problems with residents of the building and other con­ cerns. Planning Commissioner Ray Peters told his col­ leagues that while he would vote against the rezoning re­ ign of the building, which will fit in more with the resi­ dential area adjacent to the State Road location of the new building. The plans need more details but the site plan was approved with the understanding that cor­ rections will be made before the building permits can be issued. In other business, the board heard tentative plans for expansion of Carveth Village. Peters will bring a site plan to the next meeting in June. He showed plans for a two-story 20 unit inde- pendent living wing (rents would be about $1,400 per month.) This is a revision of the original PUD approved be­ fore the facility was built. Newmyer also explained that the Planning Commis­ sion and Village Council are looking at ways to expand and connect sidewalks within the village. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Plan­ ning Commission will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. June 4. in village hall. Fairbanks Estates rezoning tabled by Caledonia planners The former church building and Pythian Hall has seen better days quest because it didn't match the master plan for residential in downtown area, he was concerned about doing something with that property. “Over the past several years I have heard people say, “It’s too bad someone doesn't buy that eyesore and do something to save it. I know that people don't want to lose more of their history. But now some one has come with ideas which we have no way to support." The board voted to rec­ ommend that the rczoning not be approved, based on the master plan. This deci­ sion will go to the Village Council Tuesday. May 28. strongly objected to by by Ruth Zachary many residents. The parcel, Staff Writer A preliminary rezoning rezoned to R-l in August of request leading to construct­ last year, would allow lots ing a low-density single of 40.000 square feet, but family Planned Unit Devel­ the previous rural residential opment in an environmen­ zoning would have required tally sensitive area near the two acre lots. Four acres of open space Thomapple River was tabled May 6 by the Caledonia Township Planning Com­ mission. Property owners Calvin and Daryl Kooiker were rep­ resented by Don DeGroot of Exxel Engineering. The April 8. 2002 Fairbanks Estates parcel, Call to Order at 7:00 p m Pledge of Allegiance 63.8 acres, is located east off Present: Bierlem, Erskine, Alaska Avenue 1/4 mile Oaks, Penfold, Unger, Zandstra. south of 68th Street. It is Regan & Ayers bounded by a previous sand Absent: Audy. Consideration of meeting mining operation and other agenda: Add items C & D to residents. Pine Edge Estates New Business, motion carried. a Plat development lies to Approval of Consent the northeast. That develop­ Agenda: Motioned Carried ment has about 36 lots. An­ Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report other development. Burr­ Township reinstated the Cable stone, is also nearby. Committee. Private roads in the devel­ Village Manager Report: opment were planned to be The annual CDBG Program narrow and followed the Agreement needs to be signed land contours in the hilly ra­ Ayers gave a brief summation of MML Legislative Conference vine, with an effort to "mini­ the that she attended in March mize disturbance to wooded Village President Report areas," but also to maximize Penfold reported that 92nd street purchase and other relat­ the number of units. The clustering concept was men­ ed items will be finalized this week tioned, but clustering is of­ Unfinished Business: none ten recommended where large percentages of open space are created to offset the impacts of development. The plan, which would put in 43 condo units was and five detention areas were planned, but on private property. In spile of claims that other agencies had al­ ready approved the density, many documents attesting Io these claims were not yel See Fairbanks Estates, pg. 18 Summary of Minutes CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL New Business A 2002 Grass Management Proposal (Sheep Grazing) for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Motion carried B Arbor Day proclamation was postponed until a tree dedication can be done C. Penfold recommend* Dan Erskine as Farm Representative Motion carried D. Lease agreement for Wayne Rodgers to lease farmland at Treatment Plant Motion carried E Lease agreement lor Bill NeU to lease farmland at Treatment Plant. Motion carried Public Comments Extended: None Council Comments: Adjournment 7:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Sandra Ayers, Clerk CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting Er ♦*»**•* v - MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees wili be held beginning at 7:00 p.m on Wednesday, May 15, 2002, at the Caledonia Townsnip/Village Halt, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabil­ ities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 8910070 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ . Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults T LNlATlYfcAGENDA - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) X1TE1kWHITE Your Smile - 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CON­ SENT AGENDA A Minutes of the May 1st meeting B Correspondence Not requmng Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer s Report E Building Department Report F Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance •02-5Z - Scotsmoor PUD Parcel Number 4 1 23 29 100.01 7 Property located at 436 Johnson St 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A. Utilities Report 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A Election Commission Appointment B Cemetery Maps C Cemetery Data Migration D FCC Preemption of Cable Modem Franchise Fees Local Control of Rights of Way 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12 PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT �The Sun and News. Middleville. MI May 14. 2002/Page 17 Proposed high density mixed use residential PUD tabled by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A request to rezone ag land to build a high-density multiple family unit project along M-37 was strongly re­ sisted by area residents and was tabled by the Caledonia Planning Commission after a public hearing May 6. Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners, owners of the par­ cel, were represented by Doug Stalsenbcrg of Exxel Engineering. The master plan passed a year ago proposed future zoning of three types within the 114-acre parcel. High density residential (four units per acre) and general commercial had been con­ ceived of as a buffer be­ tween single family residen­ tial zoning to the south and light industrial zoning far­ ther north. Stalsenbcrg was recom­ mending an additional revi­ sion to the master plan, rea­ soning the plan was not real­ istic for the terrain in the area, and for changes in zon­ ing within the parcel as well. From the 25 acre com­ mercial zone, the next zone would be low density resi­ dential with two to three units per acre, as planned for the south part of the area. He and the developers felt this was a rather abrupt change in land use. The yield for the property would have re­ sulted in about 625 units on the property, Stalsenbcrg said. He was suggesting a tran­ sition area in an east-west direction as well as from south to north. The revisions asked for would reduce the commercial areas off of Broadmoor, which to the de­ velopers "did not make much sense." This would keep the commercial strip close to the highway, and use more of the areas farther away as high density hous­ ing. High density areas, with ten units per acre were pro­ posed at the north 31 acres of the property. Other more central areas would have six units per acre, and 21 acres to the south would have two units per acre, to create a gradual transition zone. Stalsenbcrg reasoned. The average would be 6.5 units per acre. At present, the maximum density allowed in the R-3 district would be 7,000 YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS. RESIDENTS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING ON THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2002, COMMENCING AT 7:30 P.M AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATED AT 284 NORTH BRIGGS ROAD, MID­ DLEVILLE, MICHIGAN, CONCERNING THE FOLLOWING 1. ZOC 02-03-04. PARCEL ID. NO. 018-004-00; A REQUEST BY TIM SCOBEY TO REZONE A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 925 S PAYNE LAKE RD FROM THE “AGRICULTURE* ZONING DISTRICT TO THE “RESIDEN­ TIAL SINGLE FAMILY’ ZONING DISTRICT. 2. ZOC 02-04-05. PARCEL ID. NO 020-005-10; A REQUEST BY LARRY KNOWLES TO REZONE THE NORTH 160 FEET OF THE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF M-179 AND LYNN DRIVE FROM THE “C-2, COMMERCIAL’ ZONING DISTRICT TO THE “RSF, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY* ZONING DIS­ TRICT 3 SUCH OTHER BUSINESS AS MAY PROPERLY COME BEFORE THE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP ZONING ORDINANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING. SIGNED. WRITTEN LETTERS OF COMMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE START OF THE MEETING PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE TOWN­ SHIP PLANNING COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT AT OR AFTER THIS PUBLIC MEETING TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S) TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP WILL PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXIL­ IARY AIDS AND SERVICES AS MAY BE REQUIRED UPON FIVE DAYS NOTICE TO THE TOWNSHIP CLERK OF THE NEED FOR THE SAME ALL PERSONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE AFORESAID TIME AND PLACE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE PROPOSAL(S> CATHY STRICKLAND SECRETARY YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION 307 square feet per unit. There is some zoning that would al­ low six units per acre, such as around Country Mead­ ows, but not ten units per acre. The reasoning of the de­ velopers for such density was to offset the high water and sewer assessments against the property, and for the infrastructure costs to serve this properly. Stalsenbcrg said normally he would have come with a very specific plan, but until zoning is modified to allow the greater density, detailed plans are not indicated. Residents from Cherrywood Estates, to the south, living on two-acre lots, were alarmed over the proposed density. Kevin Velting expressed disappointment over the planned high density next to the low density and well built development, and asked for a greater buffer zone with at least 200 to 300 feet of transition. He wanted the master plan to remain in place. Russ Hoiliver mentioned the increase in traffic cre­ ated by such (tensity Brian Vita and Mark Sto­ ver pointed to the costs to the community to support dense housing, because these populations stress the infrastructure and increase the cost of schools while creating tax inequities for the rest of the population. He talked about trends of run down neighborhoods in high density areas. Stover said so many units would have to go up. Jeff Barnes said he was con­ cerned over the quality of life and was opposed to ver­ tical housing. Jane Coleman said she couldn't imagine living near an area with 10 units per acre. She, like so many, rather recently moved to Caledonia expecting to "be in the country." She men­ tioned the extra traffic this would put on Cherry Valley, 76th, as well as M-37. Roger Laymer, who worked with the Veltings on Cherrywood said the PUD concept was the best option, but disagreed with the pro­ posed density, at an average of 6.5 units per acre. He thought a commercial dis­ trict from 450 to 500 feet from Broadmoor was rea­ sonable. He said a minimum of R-l should go next to the Cherrywood development. He recommended talking with all concerned to come up with a plan everyone was happy with. Dan Ameron supported the other speakers and added concerns over the natural features and forested areas. Several people said the commissioners should chal­ lenge developers to have a higher vision for Caledonia, and that the strategic interest of the community required less density than being asked for. After the hearing;. Com­ missioner Wally Bujak said he wanted to work within the master plan, though it might be necessary to amend it to stay current. He said an adjustment of the district boundaries might be made. He said the area un­ der discussion is hilly and wooded and does not lend it­ self to one-acre lots or to in­ dustry. At the same time, he said he did not want to un­ dermine the master plan in place. Bujak explained that the township designated some areas for high-density hous­ ing because of a requirement to allow some places for it to occur, just as it had al­ lowed some area for mobile homes. This area of the township was chosen be­ cause of the public utilities there. He contended that the residents would be affected no matter what sort of devel­ opment went in. Caledonia Township Planner/Manager Dave Zylstra said the commissioners could change the master plan by choice, or by request of an applicant. He said the PUD request must be con­ sistent with the current mas­ ter plan. Changes of the master plan would require a public hearing. Most citizens seemed to be unaware of two years of work on the master plan, in which the uses planned for the area would allow a greater density and other uses than residential, where public utilities are available. Commissioner Don Koopmans expressed disap­ pointment in the extensive publication of the process, and the lack of public awareness. People had tons of opportunity to take up these issues and have input, he said. There were reasons for what was decided. "They are trying to break the density rule here," he said, referring to the devel­ opers. He said he understood projects had to be affordable and to come up with solu­ tions that worked for every­ body. "there is no place else we can put higher densities be­ cause of the sewer and wa­ ter.’ he explained. "I would like us to stay more with the master plan that was ap­ proved." He said this request was for a big change, not a minor adjustment. Chairman Archie Warner said 10 units per acre were more than was wanted in the Caledonia community. He noted the developers had been present during the mas­ ter planning process, and said the need for 10 units per acre to break even just didn't hold water. Stalsenbcrg urged the commissioners to look at the master plan as a continuing process. Although the devel­ opers were involved in the process, "things change." he said. He said the neighboring residents were faced with having either commercial and industrial or high den­ sity residential next door to them. He urged again to consider adjusting the mas­ ter plan. Warner countered, that was not the issue, but rather where the lines would be drawn and what kind of den­ sity would be agreeable. Another representative of the land owners. Bob Duffy, said he and the owners worked on big projects like this in steps. He said they were willing to meet with the neighboring residents, to work together on the next steps. He asked to table the request. The request was tabled to give the owners time to come up with other alterna­ tives more acceptable to the planning commissioners and to the neighbors Warner said with hard work, perhaps a more workable plan could be created. Middleville Memorial Day parade plans set The Middleville Memo­ rial Day Parade will step off from the east driveway be­ hind the TK Learning Cen­ ter (former science wing of the old middle school) at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, May 27. The parade will assemble prior to 10:15 a.m. Parking is available in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. Jim Maichele in­ vites interested clubs and groups to create floats for the parade. Anyone who would like to participate in the parade can call Maichele at 945-9107 or 948-8474. There will be a brief stop al the bridge over the Thor­ napple River. The parade ends at the Mount Hope Cemetery with a ceremony to honor those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. OFFICIAL NOTICE The 2001 annual return of the Amy Lou Barnaby Charitable Foundation Benefit Trust is available at 9560 Kalamazoo S.E., Caledonia, Michigan, for inspection by any cit­ izen who requests it within 180 days after the date of this publication. You may contact Merle Barnaby, Trustee, at 616-698-8975 to set up an appointment to inspect the annual return. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 4, 2002, at 7 00 pm . the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia, so as to add Chapter Vlll-A thereto which would be tided the MHC Manufactured Housing Community District The MHC District amendments would establish provisions regulating manufactured housing communities. including mobile home parks Such provisions authorize manufactured housing communities, also known as mobile home parks, as permitted land uses, and other permitted uses Other specified uses would be permitted outside of manufactured housing communities upon special land use approval, including churches synagogues and similar places of wor­ ship antennas and towers, home occupations, and other uses The amending ordinance includes site plan review procedures tor manufactured housing communities, including appli­ cations for site plan review the conditions tor site plan approva' and related matters Minimum provisions for manufactured housing communities, as stated in the proposed MHC District amendments include matters pertaining to roads walkways and driveways, utility service public health and safety regulations vehicle speed limits playgrounds and recreation areas construction standards vehicle parking requirements sidewalk provisions, setbacks outdoor illumination open space requirements storage areas community buildings, compli­ ance with the regulations of tne State Manufactured Housing Commission and other provi­ sions pertaining to the design construction, use and operation of manufactured housing com­ munities and otner specified uses as permitted uses in the proposed district A copy of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk. 250 South Maple Street, during Village office hours All interest­ ed persons may attend tne pubic hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amend­ ment Dated May 10. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Mi �Page 18/The Sun and News MidcWevtfle. Ml/May 14. 2002 Page iwine;3U''a"U TO D - PDR program soon to be completed committee is to evaluate the erative Extension Service, land's value. Dennis Pennington, ag agent with the said around 135 people at­ One concern was over tended to comment. This in­ MSU Cooperative Extension Service, said placing the land in an ease­ cluded public officials, around 135 people attended to comment. ment into perpetuitv. At pre­ township officials, farmers sent the way the program is This included public officials, township and land owners who would written, the land cannot be like to keep their land in ag­ officials, farmers and land owners who put into another* use if farm­ riculture. even if they will ing is no longer economi­ would like to keep their land in agricul­ no longer farm. cally viable. However, the Pennington said that ture, even if they will no longer farm. draft plan says it is to be about 75 percent of those flexible and is to be re­ who attended were land amount was too high, the tillable land, wetland or viewed annually and up­ owners. land could end up not being woodlots, the entire parcel dated as needed. Buy-out He said the general opin­ was being assessed at the provisions in the program used for active agriculture. ion was that people would Jan McKeough said the $2,000 minimum. may be added if the need be­ like to keep some land in Tom Guthrie said that if comes apparent. state increased the minimum traditional farming through assessment value of open someone bought land at • It was thought a change preservation. Almost every­ land: non tillable, wetlands, more than $700 per acre, was needed in the bench­ one favored developing a and woodlots to $2,000 per they could not afford to pay mark value used in the PDR program, he said. Most acre, an increase over a pre­ for the purchase at todays evaluation formula, which is were interested in knowing production rates, athough a vious average. based on sale of open land. what the program might pay Tillable farmland suppos­ large farm usually has a bet­ The difference between the for a permanent easement in edly would be assessed ter cash flow a farm of 100 lands development value agriculture and how much lower, at $1,200 per acre. acres which is paid for can the land would be worth af­ However. Jim Fish said that manage in some cases. See PDR progam, page 19 ter placed in an easement. if a farm included any non­ However, the job of the Members of the Barry County Land Partnership met to evaluate the public commentary. In summary : • Some comments against questioned whether some of best project possible. He supplied. the proposal as outlined had Issues mentioned by resi­ the areas in the ravine were said his main interest is in to do with its design, such as dents and by officials were actually buildable, where protecting the natural fea­ the way points would be there were springs and a tures and stream quality. over: given for a given farm or lo­ Several commissioners • Traffic impacts to stream. cation. He said he would not sup­ asked for more information Alaska Avenue, which is not • Farmers wanted changes paved. In addition to those port the narrow dirt spur regarding the impacts on in the appraisal methods of residents already using the drives planned. He said Alaska Avenue, with pro­ farm parcels, in the plan as dirt road, Fitzsimmons some lots planned were only posed solutions and also for conceived. They felt the fi­ County Park would enter 7/10 of an acre, less than the a reduction in density with nal value placed on farm and exit on to Alaska in the 40,000 square foot mini larger lots. They said drives land was too high. A farm same area. mum. He said a plan with needed to be adjusted for needs to generate money to fewer lots was needed. De- safety. • Potential pollution of the pay for a parcel, and if the ground water. Koopmans said failing Groot explained the average septic systems were a con­ • An over demand on the was 1.2 acres. Both commissioners Mike cern on small lots and he drinking water aquifer. Mercier and Don Koopmans would vote against the re­ • Septic systems with problems in nearby develop­ challenged DeGroot to ex­ quest for that reason alone. ment were mentioned. Small plain what was the benefit to He did not want to contrib­ ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING ute to a future need for the lots often allow two perk­ the community. DeGroot countered that township to provide public able sites before construc­ TO THE CALEDONIA EDUCATION tion, although a second sep­ this plan offered more than a utilities at public expense. FOUNDATION DeGroot plans to come tic site is hard to find on a traditional plat, but Warner small lot, when it later be­ reminded him there are still back with a revised plan in BARBARA GAU. FUND FOR LANGUAGE ARTS restrictions and rules to fol­ the future He said he would comes a necessity. • Erosion from construc­ low at any construction site. like to have preliminary ap­ I he Barbara Gall Fund for Language Arts has been established within the tion in a sloped and fragile He said some of these sites proval, in order to begin Caledonia Education Foundation. I he objective of this fund is to promote exceptional ecosystem. There is about a may not be buildable, and he with engineering of the secondary language arts learning by enhancing or initiating instructional efforts. 100-foot difference in eleva­ guessed there would not be roads, and to work on get­ Barbara Gall’s involvement in education, specifically language arts, is the primary tion within the area. All more sites than being ting permits from various focus of this memorial fund. Donations are now being accepted to endow this fund, and ground water flows gener­ planned already. agencies for the proposal. grants are now available. Commissioner Wally Bu- The next step will take a lot ally toward the stream area. jak commented that Wilcox • Fire and emergency of time and effort, he said. UNITED WAY Engineering and the town­ safety. I he Caledonia Education Foundation has been recognized by United Way as a Citizen Ed Fischer raised ship attorney had both out­ designated recipient Now your United Way contribution can come back to your Call 945-9554 questions as to whether the lined multiple items needing community when the Caledonia Education Foundation is specified as your designated curves in the PUD would be resolution on the parcel, for Sun & News choice for United Way contributions. Contact your United Way representative, or the negotiable by emergency ve­ though he was interested in CEE, to ensure that your pledge form specifies the Caledonia Education Foundation hicles. He objected to the trying to work with the ap­ classified ads plicants to end up with the smaller lots. PAYROLL DEDUCTION Resident John Sorenson Caledonia Community Schools employees may contribute to the Caledonia Education was concerned over whether Foundation through payroll deduction. Amounts are automatically deducted frwn each all the lots would perk. He pavcheck, per the employee's instructions. Contact the Caledonia Community Schools expressed fears of stream pavroll office if you are interested in donating through payroll deduction. If you are not pollution. employed by Caledonia Community Schools, cheek with your company s payroll office Patrick Samuels worried to see if an automatic deduction plan is available for you. over school bus safety on Alaska Avenue. STEELCASE FOUNDATION Steve Gould asked the planning commissioners to MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM FOR EDUCATION negotiate a better solution to I he Steelcase Foundation has a matching gift program for education As a Steelcase the apparent problems in the employee, if you choose to contribute any amount from $20 to $5,000 per calendar plan, and to ask for docu­ year to the Caledonia Education Foundation, the Steelcase Foundation will match your mentation of claims, such as donation dollarfoudolhr To receive the matching gift form, contact Phyllis Gebhen. 106 HIGH ST traffic studies. He suggested Coordinator of Steelcase Donations at 616 248-986D asking the developer to Middleville. Ml 49333 share in the cost of paving Alaska Avenue. He said CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION drainage was of huge con­ (616) 795-4664 Creating Opportunities. cern as well. He said 15 of the lots planned were under­ Empowering our Community. sized. He mentioned other Open 6 Days a Week Funding our Future. issues, such as setbacks and C AL£ noSI \ buffers which were not ad­ P.O. Box 353 Caledonia. MI 49316-0353 •F l> V C A i t O K dressed. 1OUX9ATI0S Planning Commission (616) 752-8516 Chairman Archie Warner by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Barry County Land Partnership, a task force de vcloping criteria for a Pur­ chase of Development Rights (PDR) program, met Tuesday, May 7. to con­ dense feedback from the public gathered in March during three town meetings. The group is now prepar­ ing to bring the information to county officials. Barry County officials have led in a statewide movement to preserve farm land, by supporting drafting a PDR program in the past year. Developing aspects of a proposed program, and pass­ ing a PDR ordinance would allow the county to take ad­ vantage of state funding if and when it becomes avail­ able. The land partnership was authorized about a year ago by the Elarry County Board of Commissioners to de­ velop a program proposal. The partnership was charged with determining criteria for qualifying appli­ cations to be made in the fu­ ture by farmers for Purchase of Development Rights, which would preserve farms. The partnership also would determine which ar­ eas were most suitable for residential growth. Just one kind of preserva­ tion. a farm purchase of de­ velopment rights program, is being considered by the land partnership, but other areas of concern could use many of the tools discovered by the group. The simplified definition of PDRs. used by the Rural Partners of Michigan, (for­ merly the Rural Develop­ ment Council of Michigan) is as follows: The method designs a means of compensating farmers for accepting a deed restriction on their land that limits future development of their land, based on the dif­ ference between what it could be sold for on the open market with no restric­ tions and what it can be sold for once an easement is placed on the land. An agricultural conserva­ tion easement is placed on the land protecting ag use. The goal is to create blocks of protected farm land, help­ ing to create a long term business environment for agriculture. After meeting regularly to draft the PDR program pro­ posal. the Barry County land Partnership took parts of the plan to the public at three areas of the county in separate town meetings in March. Dennis Pennington, ag agent with the MSU Coop­ Fairbanks Estates, from pg. 16 CALEDONIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION PAWS ‘N’ CLAWS Bill Ringlever Professional Pet Stylist �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 14. 2002/Page 19 Honoring fallen workers Chaplain Ray Gibbs (left) and Veterans’ Committee Chairman Charlie Pullen took part in a Workers Memorial Day ceremony April 28 near the UAW Local 1002 Hall next to Bradford White in Middleville. Local President John Anderson spoke about workers who have died on the job, Pullen presented colors, Gibbs blessed the memorial and Thornapple Kellogg High Scnool senior Kristen Weaver played “Taps. ” PDR progam, continued from page 18 and the agricultural value is the amount which deter­ mines what a land owner would be paid to keep the land in a permanent ease­ ment. • Based on the sales of land over a three year pe­ riod, many people said they felt the time period was not current enough to accurately reflect the development value of most parcels. Par­ cels of 20 acres or larger are used for the basis, but it is not possible to separate out the intended use for devel­ opment or for agriculture. It also does not include the value of subdivided farmlands into smaller par­ cels which have been sold at much larger amounts for an even higher development value. I he committee noted that it was difficult to locate rele­ vant sales data to include in the figures from the register of deeds. A benchmark needs to be based on all the sales in an area. Land con­ tracts and site condo sales often do not get recorded until paid for. which also keeps the actual sales data out of the process. Averaging which disal­ lows the high and low over a three-year period was also suggested. But only one sale in Orangeville Township was recorded last year, at $2,851 per acre. One sale­ does not an average make. Using quadrants or districts instead of townships would perhaps provide a more ac­ curate basis. Pennington uses a mathe­ matical formula, for keeping other kinds of data current and said the method could be applied to sections or quadrants of the county to find a current sales basis that would be statistically accu­ rate. Pennington suggested adding each month's changes into the data and going back 36 months would help. Reflecting current values of real estate is critical if the program is to be attractive to land owners and if they are to participate, the time factor for preserving land as rap­ idly as possible is of essence if it is to be successful In the past, residents county wide have placed a high value on preserving open space, natural areas and the rural atmosphere of Barry County. Feedback from the focus groups stressed a need for open space programs as well as for farm preservation. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891'9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Comments were that "Barry County is unique because of the wetlands, open space and woodlots." They felt this effort was a great start for the county. One respondent said, "A similar system should be worked out for blocks of open space - for­ est. wetlands, etc." Meanwhile, loss of farm land to urban sprawl in Barry County is apparent; urban sprawl into rural areas is consuming open land at an exponential rate. According to statistics provided by Pennington, Barry County has 355, 942 total acres. The amount of land devoted to farming is 164,815 acres or 46.5 per­ cent. This land is held by. 881 farms with an average of 187 acres. As a county with a higher than average ratio of agriculture, land owners and public officials are interested in helping to keep farms here. By comparison, in 1982, Barry County had 181,(XX) acres in agriculture. If this decreasing trend continues, by 2012, just ten years away, there will be only 122.000 acres left. In Barry County the population is expected to in­ crease by the year 2020 by about 13 percent, while resi­ dential land use is antici­ pated to increase by about 75 percent. It was noted by some that in spite of the concern over lost farm land, unless there was a way to raise the county portion of the match­ ing funds io support the program, the County Com­ missioners might not be committed to implementing the program. They might not be enthusiastic about passing an ordinance to im­ plement the program. Without state funding for the major part of the pro­ gram. it is doubtful whether Barry County would support it but if the program is not in place the county would not be ready to get funding if it becomes available. St) far only Peninsula Township has a PDR pro­ gram already in place. Stacy Sheridan, who has helped facilitate the drafting of the PDR program, said Lapeer County is about ready to sign an ordinance to put the program in place should funding become available. Also Clinton County is proposing one mill to generate $10 million over several years. She said Shiawassee has signed an ordinance to be positioned for implementa­ tion if funds come through. Sheridan said Barry County would be in the top five in positioning to receive the funding, and urged the com­ mittee to persevere with its efforts. To generate information to substantiate what it would take to preserve X numbers of acres at an estimated cost. Sheridan encouraged the committee to create a sam­ ple or mock purchase of de­ velopment contract. This would help officials to sec what goals were realistic and plan accordingly. For a non-specific exam­ ple, if 1(XX) acres preserved each year was the goal, and if the cost to preserve it was $1,75().(XX). the local match could be $437,500. (This would be a place to begin a proposal, and not the final figures.) It might mean saving only 250 acres per year instead of 1(XX) acres, to get started. When the public in other states has seen actual land preserved, more support for the program has been gener­ ated. Sheridan pointed out that if installment purchases were utilized, and spread over several years, more than twice the amount of acreage could be preserved in the same time period. Tom Guthrie also said the Federal Government is also expected to contribute fund­ ing in the future to help es­ tablish PDR programs This would not apply retroac­ tively to programs begun in advance, however. It was pointed out that if public support for such a program, including a fund­ ing option was documented, the commissioners would be more certain about taking tangible steps in the direc­ tion of establishing the pro­ gram. Don Drummond said being able to suggest ways to fund the program would also help. This led to consideration of conducting a public sur­ vey. Including questions relevant to farm preservation could be incorporated into a survey with a wider purpose, as part of a Master Plan process, for instance, as sug­ gested by Tom Wilkinson. This would be very ap­ propriate. especially at this time. Jim Alden pointed out. because the county is to em­ bark on creating a master plan, and a survey about the public’s support of various kinds of land use is a critical part of the process. "It fits right in." he said. The Plan­ ning Commission has a goal to meet a December 31 deadline for updating the county master plan. If a PDR ordinance is passed by the County Board of Commissioners, it will es­ tablish a commission with separate authority from the Planning Commission. Lands selected for Agricul­ tural Preservation will pre­ sumably be located in agri­ cultural zones. The BCLP w ill meet May 31. Individuals will do re­ search to adjust aspects of the draft program in re­ sponse to the public com­ ment. The revised draft, along with recommenda­ tions will go to the Barry County Development Com­ mittee and then to the County Commissioners in June, it is hoped. This w ill be the final task required of the committce(BCLP) A sug­ gested draft ordinance will be offered, which the County Commission could approve soon. The County Commission­ ers could pass a PDR ordi­ nance. and could ask the task force to complete addi tional tasks, such as to ar­ range for a survey or to hold additional focus groups to determine the support of the program by landowners county-wide. The County Commission could decide to create an Ag Preservation Commission to implement the program once funding is available. They could appoint some BCLP members or others to such a Commission. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun &. News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Looking fora PRINTER? 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One grant helped fund books for the Page Elemen­ tary School library, another enabled the students to buy bins for recycling and the third funded repainting of the United States map and “Four square” games on the paved tarmac area behind the school. This third project found students painting on May 4. The map was originally painted as an Eagle Scout project by a member of Mid­ dleville troop 105. Then sev­ eral years ago it was re­ painted as a service project by the Alternative High School students. Laurie Brinks, leader of Boy Scout troop 105. helped supervise Page students. Some of the painters were members of the scout troop. “I think this cooperation is great! This project is one way to show cooperation be­ tween organizations.” All the students who wrote grants have learned a lot about the Barry Commu­ nity Foundation and the Youth Advisory Council. Principal Patricia Kocze said, “this has been a won­ derful experience.” Senior Honors Assembly set at TK High Thomapple Kellogg High School will hold its annual Senior Honors Assembly Friday, May 31. at 12:50 p.m. All high school students, faculty and parents will gather in the gymnasium to pay tribute to 214 seniors and recognize their accom­ plishments during their four years of high school. Parents of graduating stu­ dents are encouraged to attend and celebrate their seniors’ success. The Undergraduate Honors Assembly will be held Tuesday, May 28, at 9:30 a.m. in the gymnasium. Parents are welcome to attend. Boys from Troop 105 painted lines on the Four Square game. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 : Appointments Available in Caledonia Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 �r Looking For a PRINTER? 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Participants can split up their perennials and trade for something new in the swap meet Wednesday. May 29. The sale will be on Friday , May 31. They will be from 6 to 8 p.m. both evenings at the Caledonia United Meth­ odist Church. Proceeds will be used for a mission trip to Mexico in the future. For more information, call 891-7606. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Benjamin J. Osborne New officers named New officers were sworn in during the GFWC-Gun Lake area May meeting. The incoming president Fran Leonard on far right is excited about the opportunity to lead the organization. Adult co-ed volleyball sign-up is Thursday must be 18 or older) coed recreational volleyball is Thursday, May 16. The deadline for teams to register for the adult (all four members of the team Mew Trainer Nate Pranger-NFPT 1st Class Certified Trainer Group Training Session Starting May 21st Tuesday, Thursday 7-8 pm & Sat 8*9 am 6 Sessions of framing for a low $50.00 The league is sponsored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation De­ partment. Play begins on Thursday. May 23, in the sand at Spring Park. The fee for each team is $50. A maximum of two men may be on the court at any given time during a game. Call 838-3220 or 8380624 to register a team. 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This lending library is now located in the DelMar Paving offices at 2608 Pat­ terson Road. The library will be open when the offices are open Monday through Fri­ day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will be open on Saturdays when the sign is out. Members of the Gun Lake Women’s Club invite resi­ dents to stop by and borrow a book. $20,000 for repayment of college loans, and a maxi­ mum $5,000 cash bonus. After completion of basic military training, most sol­ diers receive advanced indi­ vidual training in their career job specialty. Osborne, a 1997 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Middleville. Mich., will report to Fort Knox. Ky.. for basic training. He is the son of Eva and Peter Osborne of 8370 W. Garbow Road. Middleville. 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Amanda Manin hit a triple and Erin Jones hit a double for the Fighting Scots to help secure the vic­ tory. “We showed how good we can play when we stay focused and believe in our­ selves.” Caledonia coach Tom Kaechele said. In the second game. Cale­ donia fell back into some old habits, committing eight errors to give Kcnowa seven unearned runs in a 15-8 loss. “Mary Sandtvcit pitched well (again) but we didn't give her much support de­ fensively,” Kacchclc said. Julie Wicks continued to have the hot bat. going 3for-4 with a walk. Another bright spot came from Cristen Adams, who blasted a solo home run over the Cen­ terfield fence. It was the first out-of-thc-park home run Caledonia has hit in several years. “Il was frustrating Io sec us revert back to some old ways, but we still hit the ball well,” Kacchclc said. “We had 13 hits and scored eight runs. “We have two big league games next week with Hast­ ings and Cedar Springs. If we play the ball we are ca­ pable of, we can be success­ ful." Caledonia (4-17. 2-11 in the O-K Gold) was sched­ uled to host Hastings last Caledonia’s Mary Sandtveit. (Photo by Perry Har­ din) night, weather permitting. The I^ady Scots host Cedar Springs on Wednesday and play a doubleheadcr at Cre­ ston on Thursday, with games both days beginning al 4 p.m. On Saturday, they travel to the I^akcwood Invita­ tional. beginning at 8:30 a.m. Sailors sweep Caledonia’s varsity softball team lost both games of a doubleheadcr at South Christian last Wednesday, 15-3 and 17-4. The cold, wet weather wreaked havoc on Caledo­ nia’s pitching. Melissa Gil­ lard pitched the first game until back spasms forced her out. Mary Sandtveit came on in relief but South had al­ ready built a huge lead. “We had a bad day at the park, but I give my girls credit." Coach Kaechele said. “They never gave up and that’s something we’ve been working on all season.” Gillard continued to hit the ball well, swatting a double for the Scots. The second game was much like the first. “Our pitching just didn’t come together tonight, and South hit the ball well,” Kaechele said. “I told the players that you will have games and days like this no Stream MAP “ matter what level you play at. W'e need to put it behind us and look to the next game. "South is in our district, and who knows, maybe we ll get to play them again in better weather." One silver lining was the play of Caledonia's sopho­ mores. “They (the young players) are getting better every game and learning to com­ pete at the varsity level,” Kaechele said. Shelby King hit a double and drove in two runs late in the game. Scots blank Godwin at EGR tourney The Caledonia varsity softball team went 1-1 at the East Grand Rapids Invita­ tional on May 4. losing 8-2 to host EGR before earning an historic 8-0 shutout win over Godwin. East jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the top of the first in­ ning, and the Scots couldn't push runs across the plate. “We had a rough start to the game, and then we settled down defensively but couldn't get the key base hit we needed," Coach Kaech­ ele said. “Melissa Gillard pitched a great game. East has a good ball club with disciplined hitters.” Caledonia left 10 runners on base. The Scots were led offensively by Erin Jones and Julie Wicks, who both went 2-for-3. Jones hit a double. The win over Godwin in Game 2 was the first shutout for the Scots in recent mem­ ory. Mary Sandtveit picked up her second victory of the season, holding Godwin to just three hits while striking out five and walking three. "Mary had her best game of the season so far." Kaech­ ele said. "She kept Godwin guessing with her change­ up. "She came to us in De­ cember and said she would like to try pitching this year. She worked with pitching coach Mark Gillard three nights a week all winter long and her hard work is paving off. “Mary isn’t the fastest pitcher in the league, but Coach Gillard taught her to throw the change-up. and when it is working, she is as tough as anyone to hit.” Caledonia's bats came alive in the second game as well, led by sophomore Shelby King, who went 3for-3 w ith two doubles. Also collecting two hits apiece were Sandtveit. Gillard. Danielle Romeyn and Brianna Hormel. The Scots fin­ ished with 12 hits. "The team is starting to believe they can play this game." Kaechele said. “If they continue to work hard, good things w ill happen." Volunteers needed to beautify downtown On Saturday, May 18 weather permitting a band of volunteers will begin beauti­ fying downtown Middleville and some of the signs wel­ coming visitors to the area. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot at Village Hall at 8:30 a.m. Then vol­ unteers will be assigned to work in various areas in­ cluding Spring Park and the Welcome to Middleville signs. This planting is sponsored by the Village of Mid­ dleville and the Middleville area focus group of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce. Anyone who would like to help with this effort should bring tools and gar­ dening gloves on Satuiday, May 18. 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Caledo­ nia hosts seventh-seeded Sparta at 7 p.m. Secondround games will be played on Thursday. Caledonia came out tough at Unity last week, but the Crusaders scored twice in the first half with the wind at their hacks. The Scots were unable to counterat­ tack. and Unity punched in two more in the second to close out the game. “Hannah Cooley, our goalkeeper, made some awesome saves.” Caledonia coach Kate Sclke said. “Car­ lie Sanxter and Erin Pcacy also played very well.” EGR 3, Caledonia 1 The Scots closed out the regular season with a visit to defending state champ East Grand Rapids on May 10, where the Pioneers pulled out a 3-1 decision. EGR scored two goals in the first half. Hannah Cooley had some great saves to keep the Scots in the game. Caledonia was more ag­ gressive and smarter during the second half. Kelley Jackson got a great goal off a long-distance assist from keeper Cooley. “Tricia Miedema played aggressive, never stopped Caledonia’s Emily Birtles (9). (Photo by Perry Hardin) Caledonia’s Kelley Jackson (12). (Photo by Perry Hardin) hustling for the ball, and had an outstanding game for us.” Selkc said. JV Report The JV squad (8-3-2) shut out East Grand Rapids 1-0. FHC 4. Caledonia 0 Midway through the first Forest Hills Central out­ gunned the Scots 19-2 for half. Rachel Buckner drib­ bled the ball past a few of thv win on May 6. East's defenders and ham­ FHC held a 9-0 shot ad vantage in the first half and mered a shot into the back scored two goals in the first of the net. The Scots re­ 20 minutes. Two more goals mained the aggressors in the in the second half sealed the second half and played out deal. Hannah Cooley fin­ the win. Josephine Oblinger was ished with 13 saves for the strong in goal and recorded Scots. “Chelsea Farver, Carlie her ninth shutout of the sea­ Sanxter and Emily Birtles son. The JV also beat Unity all played with intensity and the desire to win,” Selke Christian 2-1. GREENHOUSE Buckner, who swiftly knocked the ball into the back of the net for a 2-0 halftime lead, and Caledonia held on for a 2-1 win. Forest Hills Central handed the JV a 4-0 loss with two goals in each half. The Scots created scoring chances but couldn't get one into the net. Jessica Diedrich had a good game for Cale­ donia. Summer basketball camps set said. k The Scots dominated from the outset. Carissa Vanloon scored first with a long shot off an assist from Deanne Warner. About 10 minutes later. Warner crossed another ball to There are many opportu­ nities for students in the Thornapple Kellogg School district to participate in bas­ ketball camps this summer. Boys and girls entering first and second grades next year will meet on June 1721 from 9-10:30 a.m. at Lee Elementary. Boys entering grades 3-5 will beet June 10-14 from 9- 11:30 a.m. at the middle school. Boys entering grades 6-9 will meet June 10-14 from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the both the high school and middle school. The Junior TK Ladies Basketball Day Camp is for girls entering grades 5-8 for the 2002-2003 school year. The two divisions will meet at the high school from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. from June 17-20 and from 9 a m. to 11:30 a.m. on June 21. Forms for these summer basketball camps are avail­ able in the school offices or can be downloaded from the TK website: www.tk.kl2.mi.us. Mtchtgan s most inspiring retail gardening experience. 6900 N. M-37 Hwy. • Middleville, MI 49333 M-37 Hwy. • 2 miles south of Caledonia • Hours: M-F 9-8; Sat. 9-6: Closed Sun. 616-795-8811 W Enjoy Our New Pond, The Children 9s Play Area And A Whole Great New Look We've Created. 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The Wildcats’ 74-63 ambush of the Scots forged a tic for second place be­ tween the two teams at 6-2 in the conference. Unpre­ dictable Sparta lurks in third place after a 5-3 dual mark. The Gold dust will clear for good today at Kenowa. The conference prelims were held yesterday, and to­ day’s finals begin at 5:30 p.m. First-place finishers for the girls against Wayland: Julie Slot in the high jump (4-10) and 400(1:05.7); Tri­ cia Micdcma in the long Caledoma senior Tim Ross begins the defense of his jump (15 0) and loo dash state titles in the 1600 and 3200 at the regionals meet (13.6); Angie Maxey in the on Friday. pole vault (9-0); Shannon Pleva in the ?oo (28X1); eluded the 3200 (Jacques, and the 1600 (Slot, Shannon Nicole Minier. Christine Becca Busfield in the 800 Pleva, Radaz and Busfield in Homrich and Busfield in 4:24.8). (2:37.8); Megan Jacques in 10:56.0), the 800 (Tiffany the 16()0 (6:05.0); Liz Mar­ First-place finishers for Radaz, Samantha Pleva, tin in the 3200 (14:42); and the boys: Joel DeBlaay in Erin Mitteer in the 1(M) hur­ Shannon Pleva and Mitteer the high jump (6-0); Seth dles (16.5) and 300 hurdles in 1:54.3), the 400 (Radaz. Temple in the long jump (50.5). Shannon Pleva, Kady Ding­ (19-1 1/8) and pole vault A sweep of the relays in- man and Mitteer in 54.2) Scot golfers 7-1 in O-K Gold duals, JVs drop one The Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team wrapped up the O-K Gold dual meet sea­ son with a 54-stroke victory over Wayland on May 7 at Orchard Hills, 159-213. L^auri Leatherman shot a 35 to pace the Scots, who improved to 9-2 overall and 7-1 in the O-K Gold. The Lady Scots were in second place behind South Christian heading into yes­ terday’s conference tourna­ ment, hosted by Caledonia. Results were unavailable by press time. The Scots warm up for re­ gionals with two more meets this week. They host Mid­ dleville on Wednesday at Briarwood and Lowell on Thursday at Broadmoor, with both matches teeing off at 3:30 p.m. JV Report Caledonia’s JV golf team lost to South Christian at The Pines on May 6, 224276. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 Caledonia’s Maxey. Angie (14-0); Tim Ross in the 1600 (4:36.1), 800 (2:00.8) and 3200 (9:52.1); and Jim Haisma in the 300 hurdles (42.2). Relay wins came in the 3200 (DeBlaay. Patrick Spitzley. Jon Hekman and Ross in 8:22.2) and the 400 (Steve Marion. Kyle Klyn, Nate VanEnk and Pat O’Connor in 45.3). Both Caledonia track teams finish with overall dual-meet records of 7-2. Regional competition to qualify for the June 1 state finals will be held Friday at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids. The Scots will then compete in the Champion of Champions meet next Mon­ day. May 20 at Rogers. TK Athletic Boosters plan to meet May 21 Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Athletic Boost­ ers will meet at 7 p.m. Tues­ day. May 21 in the teachers’ lounge in the high school. On the agenda for this meeting will be the election PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2ndStreet^Middlevill^ estimates DON S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND 6 DORR AREAS THORNAPPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION “800,000 Bucks got out in April 2002...?” The current Loan Special at Thornapple Valley Community Credit Union is the loan opportunity of a lifetime. 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Box 289 Hastings, Ml 49058-0289 616-948-8369 Fax 616-948-9431 108 S. Grove St. P.O. Box 614 Delton, Ml 49046-0614 616-623-6700 Fax 616-623-6702 �Page 26/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 14, 2002 Business Services Charity co-ed softball tourney planned The Hastings Jaycees are running a co-ed softball tournament May 25-27 at Fish Hatchery Park in Hast- jng$. To register for the event and for details, call Jackie* Barry. 616-948-3930, or Scott Chipman. 616-2628068. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams. Proceeds Tennis camp is June 10-14 at McFall courts A five-day tennis camp Friday. June 14. Students entering grades for students entering grades 4-9 will kick off the summer 7. 8 and 9 will meet from 8 for students who want to gel to 9:30 a.m. each day. Stu­ dents who will be in grades started in a lifetime sport. The camp will be held 4. 5 or 6 in the fall will have camp from 9:30 to 11 a.m. from Monday. June 10, to Basketball star will travel to Florida Kody Buursma is a fifth grader at Page Elementary school Along with the other members of a traveling basketball team he will travel to Florida this summer to compete in a national basketball contest. His team came in second in Michigan. He practices at least twice a week He gave the faculty a run for their money at a recent students against teachers basket­ ball game. The emphasis of the camp is on fun. sportsmanship and tennis fundamentals. Stu­ dents will learn how to score and how to play a match with their friends. According to coach Larry Seger. “Numerous confer­ ence and regional tennis champions from Thornapple Kellogg began their tennis experience by participating in our summer camps." Seger says, “Any student who has attended the tennis summer camp in the past will have an opportunity to improve their skills.” The cost for the camp is $35 per student. This in­ cludes practice balls and a camp T-shirt. The camp is held at the Larry Seger Community Courts at McFall. Students should bring their own racket (or rackets can be provided) and water to drink. The deadline is Thursday, May 16. Sign-up forms are available at the schools. Call Seger at 795-9159 for more information. Get More Horses! Get a New Carnap (with or without marriage*) 98 Mustang Coupe V-6. auto . loaded $ 10,995 99 Buick LeSabre AM TO P.M. TREE SERV­ ICE: tree removal & trim­ ming Stump grinding, free estimates. Insured, (616)8910890 or 1-866-CUT-AMPM. room at MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings. Visitors are welcome to attend. The Jaycees membership is open to men and women between the ages of 21-39. The Jay­ cees offer leadership train­ ing through community serv­ ice. Membership informa­ tion is available by contact­ ing Paul Schilz at 517-8521790. BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www.bleameaves.com BRENT’S LAWN CARE SERVICE: Reasonable rates, a good job (616)891-3588 CHRISTOPHER'S the Jaycees meet at 7 p.m. TREE/SHRUB SERVICE. the first Tuesday of every Removals, pruning, yard month in the community clean ups. garden tilling. Free estimates, (616)8681614, 246-0028___________ HARDWOOD FLOORING: fabrication, installation, sand & refinish Call (616)7952695 & ask for John. HOME STYLE CON­ There are still openings lunch, refreshments and STRUCTION: new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ for teams for the second an­ tournament prizes. The ing, siding, & decks. We do nual Thornapple Area Parks TAPRC Open has a limit of it all Licensed & insured and Recreation Commission 36 teams, with 20 teams builder Tom Beard. golf outing Saturday. May guaranteeing a shotgun start. (616)795-4264_____________ Full payment must be in­ 18. at the Yankee Springs cluded with player registra­ KING PAINTING INTFRIgolf course. OR/exterior, Grahams Applications for golfers tion. Funds raised will be paint. Call (616)891-2006 for used to improve and main ­ tree estimate. who want to take part and help local recreation pro­ tain existing recreational Fann programs and facilities, grams are still available but build new facilities and co­ R1DGEVIEW STABLES. must be turned in to the Thornapple Township of­ ordinate recreational pro­ Boarding, $150 a month Les­ sons and training available. fices by Wednesday. May grams. Call 795-7202 for infor­ (616)795-7571 15 by 4 p.m. The fee for a foursome is $240. which in­ mation. For Rent cludes 18 holes of golf, cart. 3 BEDROOM LARGE • APARTMENT: 1-1/2 baths, M-50 & 1-96 area, Alto/Lowell schools, cats $10 (no dogs), 30 acres woods. $720 The first Barry County with a cart and a chance to plus utilities, (616)891-1840. Crown Classic Charity Golf be the kings or queens of CALEDONIA: super sharp Tournament will take place golf in this area. All pro­ 950sq ft. 2 bedroom apart­ Saturday, June 1, at the Mul- ceeds from this four-person ment in country. Broadview lenhurst Golf Course. The scramble will go to the Miss Country Estates, no pets, de­ scramble start is set for 9 Middleville Barry County posit, $595/mo. Call John at (616)891-2222 ext 233. Scholarship fund. a.m. Winners will receive tro­ GUN LAKE LAKEFRONT: The registration fee is $150 per team and includes phies, crowns and bragging 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, 18 holes of golf for four rights as the kings or queens washer/dryer, dock, pole barn, excellent beach. No of golf in Barry County. Checks made out to the smoking or pets, year lease, PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: $700/mo. + utilities & de­ Miss Middleville Barry posit. (616)795-2574 All real estate advertising in this news paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act County Scholarship Pro­ and the Michigan Civil Rights Act gram can be sent to Kelli HOME FOR RENT on Bar which collectively make it illegal to low Lake, year around rent­ advertise “any preference, limitation or Leep, executive director of al, beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 discrimination based on race, color, reli­ the Miss Middleville Barry bath home directly overlook­ gion. sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or County Scholarship Pro­ ing 50ft of lake frontage, an intention, to make any such prefer ence, limitation or discrimination" gram, 12070 Gackler Road, $1,000 down - $900 refunda­ Familial status includes children under ble, rental $900 month, Middleville 49333. the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people Leep asks that golfers (616)795-2646.____________ securing custody of children under 18 send her the team name, the THORN-BARRY APART­ This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate name, address and telephone MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, which is in violation of the law. Our 2 bedroom number of a contact person Middleville. readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper and the names of those on apartments starting at $595. are available on an equal opportunity Please call, (616)795-3889 to the team along with the basis To report discrimination call the schedule an appointment. Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. check. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927Call Leep at 795-5337 for WANT QUALITY PRINT9275 more information on the ING at affordable prices. Crown Classic Charity golf Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554 tournament. from the tournament will be given to CASA, a program of volunteer advocates for abused and neglected chil­ dren. A concession stand will be available, along with Tshirts to buy. A nonprofit organization, TARPC Golf Outing returns for 2nd year Crown classic seeks golfers outstanding Athletes £ Thomoppte-Kenogg High School (Mtodtevae) socc« Caledonia High School Track CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac The junior won the 100 and 300 hurdles and anchored wins in the 400 and 800 relays in the Scots' 107-26 victory over Wayland on May 6. The senior forward scored the first two goals for the Trojans in a 4-0 conference win over Byron Center on May 6. AtHefes of the Week Presented by. JB HARRISON & EIKSefei 6090 Alden Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 or 800-217-0712______________ ___________________________ �The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/May 14. 2002/Page 27 Automotive 1996 CHEVY LUMINA LS: reliable, in good condition, $3,000 obo. (616)868-6451 1997 TOYOTA 4-RLNNER LTD: dark bronze tan leath­ er, loaded, 95K miles, asking $16,900 (616)891-5923 or (616)706-1617____________ '77 FORD: 460 b>g block, disassembled, $250. '65 Che­ vy 4 door, big block, $3,200. (616)948-4328 after 6pm. NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554 Garage Sate GARAGE SALE; MAY 18, 8-4, variety of items, in­ cludes bake sale. 8146 68th St, just east of Thomapple River at Alaska, Mi. Com­ munity of Christ Church GARAGE SALE; MAY 16, 17, 18, 9am to dark, womens clothes 8-12, Levis, Tommy, Liz, lots of books, lawn mower disc, misc. 8283 McCord, North of 84th St, east of Whitneyville. KETTLE LAKE ELEMENTRY YARD SALE: May 18th 8am-4pm. Over 200 families donating items Sale held in­ side school. On Garbow Drive Off of Whitneyville Rd. I^ast hour of sale fill a bag for a buck. MOVING SALE: MAY 15th-18th, 9am-5pm. Furni­ ture, lawn equipment, fish­ ing gear, lots of misc. house­ hold. 7089 68th, Caledonia. MULTI FAMILY SALE. Ba by itgms & clothes, toys, household goods, women's clothing, misc 9-4pm. May 17th it 18th. No early sales! 8825 84th St., between Whitnc\ \ ill<- A McCords. NEIGHBORHOOD GV RAGE SALE: Country View Estates, 60th & Whitneyville, Alto. May 16th & 17th, 9am5pm. Furniture, toys, clothes & lots of misc. 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy , Hastings. At the front counter. 4 FAMILY ENCHANT­ MENT SALES: baby items & lots of misc. 84th east to McCords, north on McCords, east to Enchant­ ment, look for signs by driveway May 18th, 9am-? ANNUAL MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 8909 Kraft, Caledonia. May 16th & 17th, 9am-5pm. Name brand clothes, misc housewares, sporting goods & changing table. CALEDONIA-DUNCAN LAKE Neighborhood Ga­ rage Sales: Thursday-Satur­ day, May 16th-18th, 9am-?? Many items. HUGE MULTI FAMILY ga rage sale: children 6t adult clothing, toys, scrap booking supplies, some furniture, Lit­ tle Tykes girl toddler bed & misc. items. May 16th it 17th, 9am-6pm. Fairview Es­ tates. 5033 Midway Drive Across from Barry Expo Center. In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF Claude Colbum, who passed away May 16, 2001. He was a husband, fa­ ther and grandfather. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you and whispered come to me With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away, al­ though we loved you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands laid to rest. God broke our hearts to only prove to us he only takes the best. Sadly missed. Dorothy, Carl, Claudia, Laura & Allison. Cindy, Stacy, David & Matt. * Every Weekend—Enjoy our famous prime rib! ♦ 4 Early Bird Specials $595 Monday-Thursday 4 to 6 pm - Call for delails ~ Jobs Wanted SHINGLING JOBS WANT­ ED free estimates. Call Tom «(616)209-1878. Mobile Homes BUILDER TRADE IN, will sell below cost. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home, $14,000 obo, 616-2933562. FIRST TIME HOME buyers. We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad, 1-800466-0461_________________ BANK NEEDS SOMEONE to assume payment on this extra sharp 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. As little as $500 down. Bruised credit OK. Call for details (800)6729604. National Ads COMPUTER GEEK: SMALL office. Must be a wizz. Programming, fixing, set up; to $12/hr. Entry level! (616)949-2424 Jobline FACTORY LINE PRODUCTION/PLANT worker: to $15/Hr. + benefits, (2) shifts, non/union! (616)949-2424 Jobline. FASHION MODELS: TO $50/hr., male/female, run­ way catalog entry level. (616)949-2424 Jobline HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. PACKAGE DELIVERY DRIVER: to $16.82/hr + benefits. Local route. Major co. (616)949-2424 Jobline. ROADWORK/CONSTRUTION: TO S16.80/HR. + overtime, trainees/skilled. Needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline. The Middle Villa Inn of SUMMER HELP- FULL TIME SUMMER JOBS: S500/WK. TO START. Qual­ ify for $1,000 Summer bo­ nus, great work conditions, flexible hours, not temp service Details are available at a one on one interview. For interview call (616)2439132. Middleville Pets FORTUNE CHEF RESTAURANT Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner American - Chinese ~ Steak 9353 Cherry Valley (M 37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 616-891-1388 LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616J795-8PET. Bonded & insured. Real Estate FOR SALE. 4 bedroom house near !.ake Odessa, with 37 acres on private lake, paved road, rolling hills, creek on property, $299,000. (616)374-8561 Annalaine’s In Alto ,, 3-1/2 YEAR OLD house for sale: 1700 so. ft. mam floor with finished walkout base­ ment, 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath 11 acre with 28'x56' new bam. Hastings schools $265,000. (616)765-3536 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS: 2 LOTS, 25 acres each, city water hook up available, asking $38,900 each. Call (616)891-5923 or (616)7061617 FOR SALE BY OWNER: 206 Calgary; Hastings, Mi. New 3 bed, 2 bath ranch home, ready to move into. Open floor plan features sun room, rear deck, main floor laun­ dry, appliances, air condi­ tioning plus many extras. Great financing, call builders for info. John Cook Sr., (616)698-8854, John Cook Jr., (616)698-8069. Res. Bldg and remodeling since 1960. LAKEFRONT: 75ft on beau tiful Cobb Lake. Year round home features 2 decks, a large lot, dock, fireplace, at­ tached garage and all appli­ ances. Ready to move in, priced at $189,000. Call 616792-9928 or 616-813-0624. CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910. COBB LAKE OPEN HOUSE: 12524 Terry Lane Sunday, May 19th, l-5pm. M-179 to Patterson north to Cobb Lake Rd. east. Year round home featuring 75' of beautiful waterfront all sports lake, $189,000. (616)792-9928 or (616)8130624. LAND FOR SALE. 35 acres on a nice quiet private lake, just outside of Lake Odessa Great building site, rolling hills, creek running through property, paved road, fisher­ man’s paradise, duck hunt­ ers haven. Located on Mus­ grove Highwav, Augst Lake. (616)374-8561________ NEW HOMES FOR SALE: South of Middleville on M37. Thomapple Kellogg schools, 1,040 sq. ft 3bd., I bath, oak cabinets & trim, large 2 stall garage on 1 acre. Priced at $120,500. Also, 1,036 sq ft. 2bd , 1-1/2 baths, main floor utility, oak cabi­ nets & trim w/2 stall garage & walk-out basement on 1 acre. Priced at $127,500. Both homes come w/central air, natural gas. dishwsaher & above range <& microwave Call Greg Lydy, Builder 616765-3321. FOR SALE: NEW homes in VVV Hastings, close to schools, " starting at $14,900. Call (616)891-1789 for more de­ tails. FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available? Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. HOUSE, BARN & GA­ RAGE on approximately 6 acres in Caledonia at 5907 84th Street. For sale to the highest qualified bidder above our reserve amount. Sealed bids accepted after May 1st. Call (616)891-0287 for more information. LAKEFRONT: 100' of Leach Lake in Hastings, 2 years new, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, l,974sq.ft., oak floors, open oak kitchen, dishwasher, mi­ crowave, garbage disposal, central air, main floor laun­ dry, private drive, priced at below appraisal $245,900. (616)945-0334 for breofefflit Saturday 8:00-11:00 a.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Come try us for a perfect pick of Mexican and American Breakfast. You won’t be disappointed (You'll be hooked). Ask your server for free samples. |r -BRtAKtAST COUPON- Buy One Breakfast... ■ | Receive the Second 1 I One HALF OFF KOStTAS FXPRf.V* ---------------- 616-891-2500 Express 52'° & KaUnwutoo/ HP Gas Station RESTHURHNT Live Entertainment every Saturday 9 p.m. • 2 a.m. Blues & Classic Rock gummer grows! 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Ml/May 14. 2002 Caledonia sluggers split double header with Kenowa Hills The Caledonia varsity baseball team split a twinbill with Kenowa Hills on Fri­ day. routing the Knights 161 in the opener before drop­ ping a tough extra-inning decision in the nightcap, 98, snapping an impressive eight-game win streak for the Scots. Nick Slot pitched a threehitter (3 IP. 10 K, 2 BB) for the win in Game 1. The Scots scored 11 runs with two outs in the second to more than blow the game open. Nick Slot (3-for-4, 2 2B), Travis Slot (2-2, 2B. 3B), Steve Yanosik (1-3, HR) and Bruce Jackson (3-for-3. 3B) led the way at the plate. In Game 2. Stu Kohl pitched 5 1/3 innings and gave up eight runs (six earned) on six hits. He left the game with the scored tied at 7-7. Nick Slot fin­ ished the last three innings and gave up one run on two hits, striking out seven. Caledonia scored four in the third and three in the fifth lead 7-2 before Ke­ nowa stormed back with five runs in the bottom of Call 945*9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. the fifth. Travis Slot hit a home run in the sixth to re­ claim the lead, but Kenowa tied it up and eventually won it with a run in the bot­ tom of lhe ninth. Travis Slot (2-4, 3B. HR) and Greg Jousma (2-4. 2B) were the hitting stars for the Scots. Caledonia (13-6, 6-5 in the O-K Gold) was sched­ uled to host Hastings last night, weather permitting. The Scots host Cedar Springs on Wednesday at 4 p.m. On Saturday, they travel to the Byron Center Wooden Bat Tournament, and next Monday. May 20. the Scots host Grand Rapids Union at 4 p.m. Caledonia 8, South Christian 7 (10 innings) The Scots outlasted South in a wild 10-inning affair on the Sailors’ home diamond last Wednesday for their sixth win in a row. Caledonia jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the top of the first inning with key hits from Chris Hanna and Nick Slot. South chipped away, but Greg Jousma pitched four strong innings and left the game with the Scots still leading 4-3. Abe Mulvihill came on and pitched five innings to pick up the win. giving up only three hits, but South did score another run in the fifth to tic the game. Caledonia finally seized control with three runs in the top of the 10th. Hits by Travis Slot and Steve Yano­ sik — and a sac fly by Curt VanderHeide — brought in the runs. But South wasn't done, either. The Sailors scored two runs in the bottom of the 10th and had the bases loaded with two outs, but Chris Hanna came in to pitch and saved the day, striking out South's clean-up hitter to preserve the win. The second game of the scheduled doubleheader was postponed. Scots are tops at Tri-C'ounty Tourney Caledonia won the Tri­ County Tournament on May 4. beating Newaygo 20-3 and Creston 8-5. It was the first tourney title for the var­ sity baseball team since 1996. Against Newaygo, Mike Klein, Nick Slot and Bruce Jackson combined to pitch a three-hitter (10 K, 5 BB). Travis Slot hit two triples and went 4-for-5 at the plate. Chris Hanna, Nick Slot and Klein each went 2for-3 with a double, and Steve Yanosik (l-for-2), Sean Centilli (1-1) and Curt VanderHeide (1-2) all homered. In the championship game Caledonia’s Curt VanderHeide (18) and the rest of the Scots have had their bats working. (Photo by Perry Hardin) against Creston, Caledonia was down 3-0 before rally­ ing for five runs in the bot­ tom of the fourth. Hits by Klein and Stu Kohl and a double by Eli Cooley led the comeback. Caledonia scored two more runs in the fifth off a walk, a single by Vander­ Heide and a double by Travis Slot. Creston then scored twice in the seventh and threatened to come all the way back, loading the bases with only one out, but Kohl struck out the next two batters to slam the door and seal the championship. Abe Mulvihill and Kohl combined to pitch a six-hit­ ter (9 K, 4 BB). JV Report The Caledonia JV base­ ball team lost to South Christian 9-2 in seven in­ nings. Jeff DeLange and Alex Cardinal pitched for the Scots. The Scots trailed in the second game 3-2 before it was called off. Ben Toth was on the mound for Cale­ donia. Frosh Report Kenowa Hills swept the Caledonia freshman baseball squad in a doubleheader on May 7. 12-1 and 5-2. In Game 1. Nyck Steiner had the only two hits for Caledonia. Doug Burch (34) took the loss. In Game 2. Burch had two hits. Steve Gillard. Den nis Kohl and Kevin Schiefla had one hit each. Steve Gil­ lard (3-2) took the pitching loss. The games evened the freshmen’s record at 9-9. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. 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The school board's con- struction team will continue to analyze suggestions from staff and the public. The board also is working with a pollster on a possible survey of the community. A $26 million bond, ap­ proved by voters in 1996, was targeted for a new mid- die school, upgrades and ad­ ditional classrooms for Lee and Page and the high school. McFall even re­ ceived the “chunnel,” or connecting hallway between See facilities, page 2 To the surprise of no absolutely one, Caledonia senior Tim Ross took three individual champi­ onships in the regionals, winning the 800-meter run, the 1600 meters and the 3200 meters. He will be the defending state champion June 2. Arbor Day tree planted in Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council held a tree dedica­ tion and Arbor Day cere­ mony prior to the May 13 meeting, celebrating the planting of an evergreen tree on the property south of the Village/Township Hall. A proclamation was read by Nick Unger. Caledonia has been named a Tree City of the USA, a designation be­ stowed on a vilage, town or city by the National Arbor Day Foundation after it has passed an ordinance for planting and maintaining tree^ established a tree com­ mittee and sets up a budget for tree care. Regular local Arbor Day celebrations are a part of the National Arbor Day Obser­ vance. The planting of trees is carried out with the coop­ eration of the National For­ estry Service to plant trees Caledonia Village President Daryl Penfold, Trustee Arlene Oaks. Village Manager Sandra Ayers and Trustee N»ck Unger read an Amor Day Proclamation to celebrate the installation of another Village Tree (behind them) south of the Village Offices within the nation's villages, towns and cities. In 1994 a tulip poplar seedling from a tree George Washington planted at Mount Vernon in 1785, was donated by the village's tree committee. The baby tree was planted at Caledonia El­ ementary School, and an­ other was planted at the Middle School in 1999. Last year a tree was planted on the Village lawn next to the Village Office. The village has cooper­ ated with the schools for several years in the planting of other trees within the city limits. Arbor Day was first pro­ posed in 1872 by Sterling Morton of Nebraska as a way to encourage planting trees on the grasslands of his state. By 1894. the idea had been adopted by all the states and now is observed in other countries as well. In Michigan, the last full week of April usually is des­ ignated as the official time for Arbor Day ceremonies. The National Arbor Day Foundation is a non-profit education organization dedi­ cated to tree planting and environmental stewardship. by David T. Young Editor Caledonia finished third and Middleville was fifth in the Division 11 regional track meet Friday afternoon and evening at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids. The Fighting Scots fin­ ished with 72 team points and Middleville had 45. Wayland won it with 83 and Hamilton was second with 79. In the girls’ competition, Middleville was seventh with 29 points and Caledo­ nia was eighth with 27. Senior Tim Ross of Cale­ donia was regional cham­ pion in three individual events, teammate Seth Tem­ ple won the pole vault and Thornapple Kellogg sopho­ more Scott Brooks bested a strong field in the open 400- meter run. Ross, defending state champion in the 1600- and 3200-mcter runs and the Di­ vision II state cross-country champ, won the 800. the 1600 and 3200 with times of 2:00. 4:22.7 and 9:23.8. re­ spectively. He will be back at Houseman Field Satur­ day, June 1, to defend his two titles. Though he quali­ fied in the 800 and he and his teammates in the 3200 relay also qualified for the state meet. Ross will run only the 1600 and 3?00 Coach John Sodcrman said there is only so much one performer can do in a state meet, and Ross’ events are the supreme tests of endur­ ance. Ross, who will run this See regionals, page 22 A TK sophomore Scott Brooks (second from left) ran a blistering 49.3 seconds in the open 400-meter run. Konarska signs pact as new TK supt. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board Monday night approved unanimously the $102,500 contract with new Superintendent Kevin Kon­ arska. This is a three year contract expiring June 30, 2005. An special personnel committee of board mem­ bers David Smith, Don Haney and Scott Kiel had worked on the contract lan­ guage since Konarska was selected April 29. Konarska will begin his tenure as the new superin­ tendent for the Thornapplc Kellogg School district on July 1. He replaces Midge Pippci, who is retiring June 30. Konarska signed the con­ tract following the meeting, May 13. He is leaving a position as assistant superintendent for personnel with the Forest Hills Public Schools to lake his first superintendent’s po­ sition. In This Issue • Possible methadone supplier, doctor identified in death • Alcohol a factor in deadly crash for father, son • Johnson, Main St. repairs approved by village • TKMS track squad goes undefeated • Scot soccer advances to conference finals �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. MVMay 21 2002 Ensemble to give concert at Yankee Springs State Park Eleven students from Cedarville University will give a concert at the Yankee Springs State Park Friday, June 7. HOUSES D<£D Mobile, Washing DECKS TRUCK RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL 7 The Abundant Life Sing­ ers of Cedarville University will present a concert at Yankee Springs State Park on Friday, June 7 at 7 p.m. The ensemble of 11 stu­ dents from Cedarville will present a fresh expression of FLEETS FREE ESTIMATES • I 4-94 5-WASH (6174) FULLY INSURED ETC. 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Students choose from more than 100 programs of study including business, educa­ tion. engineering, science and mathematics, nursing and others. The University is reportedly known for its integration of faith and learning, award-winning tyed wedding invitations? Stop and cfieci out the large selection at: J-Ail Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings (located' in the gray barn). high school. Now the members of the board of education are try­ ing to plan for the future. The high school building is already short four class­ rooms and office space is needed. Projected growth at the middle school means adding classrooms and reor­ ganizing the exploratory hall. At the elementary level, classrooms are needed, as is reorganization of offices, parking and bus turn­ arounds. Board of Education members are trying to ex­ plain why they can only pro­ ject growth for five years into the future. The district in the past has been fortunate to have steady growth of about 2 percent each year. 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The plans were drawn following visits to all the schools and inter­ views with staff. Parking and traffic pat­ terns are an important part of the decisions up for dis­ cussion. What is the best way to control traffic flow for buses, parent drop-offs and staff parking? While the pool is not be­ ing considered for major changes, the pool locker rooms arc slated for up­ grades and improvements. At the high school, a larger gymnasium is part of the plans as well. �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/May 21.2002/Page 3 Possible methadone supplier, doctor identified in death by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Authorities believe a Grand Rapids doctor wrote prescriptions for methadone pills that landed in the hands of 15-year-old Chad Garrett of Gun Lake, who died from an overdose in a suspected drug house Jan. 29. This information came to light in a legal brief filed Thursday by Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill. “That is still under inves­ tigation,” said McNeill Fri­ day. “Trooper (Dale) Lynema has executed subpoe­ nas on all pharmacies within a 10-milc radius of Wayland with regard to methadone prescriptions, and as a result Robert Uebbing appears in Barry County District and other information we’ve Court Friday when a scheduled preliminary examination secured evidence which was postponed so Barry County Prosecutor Gordon might be the source.” Shane McNeill and defense attorney James Dimitriou McNeill’s brief reveals can argue the legal merits of Uebbing’s felony murder that the name of an Allegan charge. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) County woman appears on level 2 1/2 times the lethal labels obtained from pre­ tablets of 10 mg methadone level for methadone,” scription pill bottles alleg­ had been sold to the woman McNeill states in his brief. edly obtained from Garrett’s in February. March and “At around 4 or 5 a.m., the accused supplier. Robert April 2002 The name of the doctor victim fell asleep on the Ucbbing, who has been couch and (Uebbing) fell charged with felony murder, has been reported to the asleep on the floor. (Ueb­ operating a drug house, first Michigan Department of bing) was awoken at some degree child abuse and tam­ Consumer and Industry point by the victim’s loud Services, which likely pering with evidence. snoring.” Lyncma declined to com­ would be the investigating Friends arriving in the ment for the record on the agency into possible wrong morning found Garrett dead status of his investigation doing, said Lyncma. The brief reveals Ucbbing on Uebbing’s couch and into whether the woman is called 911, the brief states. Uebbing’s suspected metha­ allegedly told Lyncma that Matthew Dailey took the done supplier, though he Garrett had admitted to him victim to Uebbing’s home confirmed that no other ar­ that he had taken some on the night of Jan. 28, ac­ rests have been made in con­ “morphine” pills prior to ar­ cording to McNeill. riving at his Parker Road nection with the death. “Dailey is anticipated to The prescriptions alleg­ residence the night of Jan. testify both the victim and edly were filled for the 28. Uebbing claimed that he the defendant talked openly woman at Wayland Village and Garrett had played about their intent to do Drug and records show a to­ video games, smoked mari­ ‘shots’ of alcohol, metha­ tal of 6,300, 10 mg metha­ juana and drank some beers done pills, smoke marijuana done tablets were dispensed but the toxicology report on and play video games,” said in the 8 1/2 months prior to Garrett was negative as to McNeill. “Further, on Jan. morphine and alcohol. Garrett’s death. “The toxicology report 27, Dailey had observed An additional 2,310 further revealed a blood Uebbing sell two white col­ ored tablets, delivered to be methadone, to victim for $5 each.” Brian Reurink, said McNeill, is expected to tes­ tify he observed the victim during the day of Jan. 28. “(Garrett) presented with dark circles and advised he (had) taken four or five mor­ phine tablets.” said McNeill. “Reurink is one of the friends who discovered the victim dead on the couch. Reurink observed (Uebbing) taking his drugs and drug paraphernalia from the house, while CPR was being performed on the victim by others so as to remove the Contempo Salon items before EMS and law enforcement arrived." Reurink reportedly was on the porch of the house with Uebbing while EMS and law enforcement was present at which time Ueb­ bing was repeatedly saying, “it’s all my fault.” said McNeill in the document. “Finally. Reurink had been a resident of the drug house from Jan. 20 through Jan. 26 and observed Ueb­ bing sell to many individu­ als. many of them students at Wayland High School." according to McNeill. “Reurink has observed Ueb­ bing giving Garrett various drugs, including methadone, in the past." Four days before Garrett's death, Reurink allegedly saw Uebbing give Garrett methadone pills from an or­ ange colored bottle with a white cap, in which were ap­ proximately 120 other pills. “Uebbing had advised he had gotten 90 tablets earlier in the week (and) added the 30 he already had.” accord­ ing to McNeill. “Reurink ad­ vised he was aware of the source of Uebbing’s metha­ done.” The victim's mother. Lisa Garrett, is expected to testify that Uebbing appeared at her home on the evening of her son’s death. “He expressed his sympa­ thy and told her he felt peo­ ple were trying to kill him because people in the com­ munity thought he had given her son morphine pills.” McNeill states. Another teen. Ross Reur­ ink. cousin of Brian Reur­ ink. also gave a statement to police on the condition that he not be prosecuted. Reurink. 18, told authori­ ties that he bought mari­ juana from Uebbing once a week and that on the morn­ ing of Garrett’s death. Ueb­ bing called him and told him Garrett was dead on his couch. "He asked for a friend to talk to. to try to calm him," Reurink said in a written statement. “I asked him what had happened. *We were up partying, we had a few drinks and a couple methadone.'” Reurink claims that while talking w ith Uebbing later at the house. Uebbing “grabbed his jar of pills from his "smoking" room. “He asked if there was a safe house where he could put his drugs." Reurink re­ ported. “I refused to hold any marijuana or narcotics from him to hide from the See supplier, page 9 Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our User Friendly Web Site At www.mitlerrealefltata.net 2. MIDDLEVILLE. 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When not in Jake Finkbeiner LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M 5 A Lit Ing (.hnnh - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School..................................... 930 a m ....................... 10:45 a m Morning Worship Evening Praise................................................ 6:00p.m. Family Night 6 30 p.m WEDNESDAY 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles north <>t Middk-v ilic • 795-9726 Bruce V Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody . A»M. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Mink Minister Pastor Das id Stewart. CE ( hi hire ns Pastor >un<Ln School Sunday Morning Wnrdup Sen nr Sunday Evening Sen kt Wednesday MkJ Week Prayer Word of Life Gubs 9 |5 j in 1100 a m 6 00 p.m. . 6;45 p.m. 6:-i5 p in. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED ■ Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Sqnod) 1 84th and Kraft - Caledonia 708 W. 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Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER, Community i A Sunday Sdwui for AH Ages Evening Wordup Comimmity of Christ Church School Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education CHRt STIAH REFOiRMED Comcev^onry Worship 9 30am Pastor Koger ,Puitman • Church OJfire 868-0391 ALASKA CONGREGATION </oui Communi/'y Camput foi Hl< rusty »tu/ Setma Sunday t'hun.h Office 616 891 8669 / Fav 891 8648 * * * cakdonuumc <■£ 8146 68th St 6 p.m. Praise/Bibie Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www pcaLcvhurvh.cv Redeemer Covenant Church 250 Vine Street (M-37 lo Emmons to Vine) | | I 11 a.m. Contemporary Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 1 Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional Saturday Evening Mass I 10:00 a.m. Spirit-filled family Church. Wayland. Ml 49M8 • 795-7903 Relevant Messages Ihnamx. Musk Uhdd Care and Programs I l*reachini> the Liuing Word Serving 'lhe Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship Currently meeting at: GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 WeM M l79 High* a v (Chiet Soondaj Road) Phone 891-9259 THORNAPPLE bible: ci iljrc i i (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) 698-9660 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street W SS. CYRIL vflJ/ifflctljolrist QCfjtircb Church | 1 1 1 | | I Finding the Way Together! | An informal, contemporary church 1 committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in | | Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. 1 Everyone is welcome! | Pastor Rev Jodi Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-6^ WAY | 1 ww « hkcsKiKomnunity MTlU/uoa !■*ated in Leighu.n Tow no hip Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Mtcnaig Vkrship XjOim & 11 am Sunday SdkMii for All Ages 9 45 a ni Contcmpnorv Myic of Wurdnp vinday Bering smnr 50 p.m PMMVrrr <Jjh (K thru 6 Grade > Wednesday 6 JO p m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 6 JO p.m Youth Fcllimdup Sunday 60) p m. M' TMNStNu -J leigjhionSMm net 2415 McCann Rd. (In Im ng) Sunday Service Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer IHofy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick HClxcl , WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Whrtneyvde Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 | “The Church where everybody n yomebody. and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School || 1 1 Sux»y School 930 om ■ SuTCC, Mcxnrg WcdT.C 103C am i Meesng of chapel on //^meyvie Ave | Sunaa, Evenrg Wcrr c 6 00pm B Afea 1 Achveew Prayer & tube Smdy 7 00 pm. H >0^05 Sun 5oFcr • rev -Can Sarxy Asoc Pastor ______________ Aecye w-^eyvneooe arg___________ K J �The Sun and News. Middleville MVMay 21. 2002/Page 5 Middleville Memorial Day parade is Monday The Middleville Memo­ rial Day Parade will step off from the east driveway be­ hind the TK Learning Cen­ ter (former science wing of the old middle school) at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, May The Middleville Method­ ist Church will be serving a goodwill breakfast on May 27 as well. Pancakes will be flipped and served begin­ ning at 7:30 a.m. and ending when the parade begins at 10:15. The parade will assemble prior to 10:15 a.m Parking is available in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. Jim Maichcle in­ vites interested clubs and groups to create floats for the parade. Anyone who would like to participate in the parade can call Maichcle at 945-9107 or 948-8474. There will be a brief stop at the bridge over the Thor­ napple River. The parade ends at the Mount Hope Cemetery with a ceremony to honor those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. TK Commencement scheduled for June 2 Joneses to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary A golden wedding anniversary will be observed on May 24, 2002 by Gun Lake area residents, Chuck and Dorothy (Fell) Jones. They were married on May 24. 1952 in Lansing, Michigan. The event was celebrated and hosted by their chil­ dren for family and friends on May 11, at the Yankee Springs Golf Course. Their children are: Rick, Scott and Jeannie, Craig and Cindy and the late Cynthia Anne Jones. They have seven grandchildren. Chuck and Dorothy would like to thank their chil­ dren, family and many friends who attended their open house. Commencement for sen­ iors at Thomapple Kellogg High School will be held on Saturday, June 2. at 3 p.m. at the high school athletic field. Matthew Erb. class presi­ dent, will give the class address. Business teacher Gary McKee will speak on “Certainties in an Uncertain World." Nancy Goodin. Donald Haney, and Kim Sellect, members of the Board of Education, will present the 214 graduates with their diploma’s. A special diploma presen­ tation will be made to two World War II veterans by State Rep. Gary Newell. Music will be provided by the Thornapple Kellogg High School Band, directed by Ray Rickert. Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Zoets to celebrate 25th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Stephen (Jill) Zoet of Caledonia are celebrating their 25th wed- ding anniversary on May 2I, 2002. They are celebrating with a family dinner at a local restaurant. Later this sum­ mer they have planned a cruise to Alaska. They have four children, Lucas, Rachel, MaryCaitiin, and Ethan Zoet. GUN LAKE BEAUTY! Absolutely beautiful setting with 100* of frontage on the lake Faces the east for a great sunrise. Home features 2 full baths, main floor utility, 2 bedrooms, huge great room with fireplace combination eating area. 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Middleville Ml/May 21.2002 Cheesbrough Rake Factory to upgrade More than 130 years of tradition is about to end at Michigan's oldest operating manufacturer, Cheesebrough Wood Rakes and Specialties in Freeport. One of this nation’s origi­ nal mass production facili­ ties, Cheesebrough supplied American, European and Russian markets with hand tools for crop harvesting This summer will begin a new era at the old mill, where little has changed since its start in the 1870s. Owners say the shift in atti­ tudes in America resulting from increasing government regulations, environmental issues and residential growth have pressured Cheese- Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! brough to modernize to pro­ tect future operations. Upgrades will begin with installation of more modem equipment to give Cheese­ brough the option of hiring employees. Some of the original flat belt driven equipment will be left in op­ eration. but changes will re­ quire clearing out much of the old. An auction will be held June 11. The decision has not been easy for the mill crew. Reu­ ben “Bud” Fish went on the payroll in 1941 and he has led the effort to keep the mill authentic. His family has been involved in the mill since the start, when his grandfather, Reuben, brought his young family to the wilderness known as "Ncc-O-Woods" on a foot trail, to farm, hunt, and trap. Reuben helped Job Cheese­ brough build the mill and much of the machinery now in use. Local Girl Scouts enjoy Father/daughter dance Vince and Karen Meaney by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer 975-5656 or XI3-6X24 Metropolitan litle ( ompam - Like new 2 bedroom condo with master suite, main floor laundry and private deck Walkout basement roughed for family room and third bedroom Value priced at $154,900. BAILEY'S GROVE ( ONDO - 2 bedrooms. 2 full baths and four season porch. Priced $10,000 below new Don't miss this one Only $144,900. living in this lovely 3* bedroom home Picturesque beach front with gentle grade Fabulous summer fun on all sports lake Middleville School District Sellers are I! VSTINGS 2 FAMILY - Excellent 2 family 2 story Would make a great owner occupant Features include attached 2 car garage, big basement and beautiful comer lot Great investment opportunity for only $124,900. VACANT LAND CALUMINIA - 5 executive hnldmg sites Nk* private setting all w ith walkout sites CakxkmuVlxvb Prised from the $54J.«XK on this Podunk Lake access home Spacious 4 bedroom ranch tn Hastings School District Huge beautiful country lot Hurry on this one. sellers are motivat ed and will look al all ofters RENTERS Why rent when you can buy’ Over 60 different rero/low down programs available Example Employed with average credit, $761 23 a month buys a $99,900 home with zero down. 30 year 8 5* APR Call Viwee & Karen Meaner (616) 9755656 or Marion Vanderweide at (TX Mortgage (616> 464-1333 ♦ t»0> 282*325. Zero Down Financing. Call Marion Vanderweide (616) 464-1333 • (800) 282-0325 CTX Mortgage Company Hurst wedding/anniversary open house will be May 25 Aida Olguin and Thomas Jared Hurst were wed on Saturday. March 9, 2002 in the Mesa Arizona Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Aida is the daughter of Ernesto and Aido Olguin of Casa Grande. Arizona. Tom is the son of Thomas and Christine Hurst formerly from Caledonia now residing in Mesa, Arizona. Tom is a 1998 graudate of Caledonia High School, returned missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints and currently a student in Architec-ture at Arizona State Uni-versity. The new Mrs. Hurst received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and RN from the University of Northern Arizona on May 11.2002. After a honeymoon to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the couple now reside in Mesa Arizona. To celebrate their marriage and Tom and Chris' 30th wed­ ding anniversary, the families are uniting in an open house planned for Saturday, May 25 at 2 p.m. The open house is to be held at the home of Michael and Cheryl Davis on Duncan Lake at 7370 Clearview, Caledonia. Family and friends are cordially invited. Family Dentistry of Caledonia invites you to come in and meet... Every girl should feel like a princess once in awhile. And that’s exactly how the girls of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood Girl Scout troops felt April 26 as they danced the night away with their favorite partners - their fathers (and grandfathers). Troop # 1333 sponsored the Girl Scout fathcr/daughter dance, named " rhe Prin­ cess Ball.” Troop leader Jackie MacDonald made the arrangements and was as­ sisted by “some very helpful mothers." Having their dads and grandpas ail to themselves for an evening of dancing made each girl feel like a lit­ tle princess for the night. _sfteav leasnve HAIR DESIGNER^ OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available ° o Make your appointments now for all your... TANNING and BODY WAXING NEEDS Try it today - you’ll be pleased with the results. 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) HOMES FOR SALE I \ Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan NEW CALEDONIA LISTING. Almost 4 acres in the Village. Two years old, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath family home. Walk-out, 3-car heated garage, many extras. $299,900. (448497) NEW MIDDLEVILLE LISTING - 150 ft. frontage on Thomapple River. New kitchen in this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Walk-out, main floor family room. $225,000. (new) Call Deb Pawloski at 292-1721 for a personal showing or log on to www.YourAutomatedAgent.com to see more photos. Five Star Real Estate �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 21. 2002/Page 7 Robert George Sheedy Lyle M. Wood MIDDLEVILLE - Lyle W. Wood, age 84. of Middleville passed away May 10, 2002, after a long illness. Lyle W. Wood was bom on June 16, 1917 in Middleville, the son of Otto and Opal (Burton) Wood. He was raised in Parmelee and attended Parmelee School and ThomappleKellogg schools, graduating in 1935. He married Edna L. Schantz on June 16. 1942 at I .as Vegas. Nevada at the United Methodist Church. He was employed at Wolverine Brass Co. few 39 years as a pattern maker. He proudly served his country in the United States Army (four years) during World War II in Europe. Lyle enjoyed working with wood and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by a daughter. Terne L. Yoder. He is survived by his wife. Edna L. Wood, of 59 years: three daughters. Trudy (Lynn) Norlin. Janice W'iesenhofer. friend Robert Hermenitt; Joyce (Charles) Wilson; seven grandchildren and one great granddaugh­ ter. a special cousin, George (Lodema) Schroder, many nieces and nephews; son-inlaw. David Yoder. Funeral and committal services were held Thurs­ day, May 16, 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiated. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Area Enrichment Founda­ tion, Middleville. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Bruce R. Rogers MIDDLEVILLE Bruce R. Rogers, age 61, of Mid dlevillc. passed away May 10, 2002 at Spectrum Health Blodgett Campus, Grand Rapids. Bruce R. Rogers was bom on May 6. 1941 in Ionia County, the son of Ray and lAirraine (Ixakc) Rogers. He was raised in Lake Odessa and attended Lake Odessa schools, graduating in 1959 with a GED in the Army. He served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1961. He was married to Linda L. Ward on July 6, 1974 at Freeport. MI. Bruce was an outdoor enthusiast, with a special fondness for golfing, garage sales and looking for cookie jars. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grand­ children. He is survived by his wife, Linda L. Rogers; four daughters. Melody Duchnowski of Monroe. Kandi Truax of Grand Rapids. Kimberly (Darrin) Moored of Middleville. Misty (Joe) Latzal of Nashville; ten grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one sister. Manon Hamilton of luike Odessa; two nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ray and Lorraine Rogers. A memorial service will be held Wednesday morn­ ing, May 15, 2002, at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Clayton Gerrison officiat­ ing. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice, Hastings. Visitation one hour prior to the service. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. GUN LAKE. WAYLAND - Robert George Sheedy . age 77. formerly of Wayne and Detroit. MI passed away May 18. 2002 at Carveth Village. Middleville. Robert George Sheedy was bom June 29. 1924 at Wayne. Mich., the son of Al and Ruth Sheedy. He was raised in Wayne and attended Wayne scho­ ols. graduating from 1942. He received an associate degree from Wayne State University in Labor Rela­ tions. He lived in the Detroit area, more recently at his home on Gun Lake and enjoyed Gulf Shores. Ala., during the w inter. He was married to Alice (nee Tracy) on May 15, 1946 at Birmingham. Mich. He was employed as a Detroit Police Officer, retir­ ing as an Executive Lieuten­ ant. He served as Police Chief in Pontiac Township and went on to work on labor relations arbitration for the City of Detroit. Mr. Sheedy was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. 2nd Battalion. 26th Marine. He was a paratrooper, fight­ ing on Iwo Jima during World War II. He was a member of Hast­ ings First Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed golfing on the league at Mullenhurst. He was proud to be Irish. Mr. Sheedy was a member of VFW, American Legion, Masons. Past President of detroit Lieutenants and Ser­ geant Association. We will Call 945-9554for ACTION-Ads Rita (Brent) Hale of Middle­ ville; one son. Tom (Linda) Strumberger of Middleville; eight grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren, one great great grandson, many nieces and nephews; and son-in-law. David (Dorothy) Cutler of CaledoniaPreceding her in death was her husband. Tony Strumberger. daughter. Jan­ ice Culler, grandson. John Cutler; four sisters and five brothers. Funeral and committal services will be held Tues­ day morning. May 21, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middle­ ville. Rev. Father David E_ LaBIanc officiating. Inter­ ment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hosptce Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middles ilk. Abe Mulvihill threw a nohitter to lead the Caledonia varsity basebail team to a 10-0 whitewash of Cedar Springs on May 15. Mulvihill, a sophomore, didn’t give up any walks and struck out six in a six-inning complete game. Nick Slot (2-for-3. 2B). Chris Hanna (3-3. 3B). Steve Yanosik (3-3. 3B) and Travis Slot (1-2, HR) led the offensive charge. Mulvihill’s gem was an­ other milestone in an event­ ful turn-around season for the Caledonia baseball pro­ gram. improving the Scots to 8-5 in the O-K Gold and 15-6 overall after they went 4-29 a year ago. They have long-since clinched their first winning season since 1996. Caledonia was scheduled to host Grand Rapids Union last night. They have a dou­ bleheader scheduled with Lakewood today at 4 p.m.. host Holland Christian Wednesday at 4 p.m., and play in the Jimmy Gerken Tournament at East Grand Rapids on Saturday at 10 a.m. Caledonia 11, Hastings 1 The Scots earned a season split with the Saxons with a five-inning win on May 13. Greg Jousma pitched a two-hitter with nine strike­ outs against one walk to w in his fourth game of the year. Travis Slot went 3-for-3 with a double, a triple and a home run. Other hitting leaders were Nick Slot (1for-3. 3B). Adam Puricelli (2-3. 2B) and Eli Crvderman (2-3. 2B). JV Report The JV Scots lost a nail­ biter to Cedar Springs, fal­ ling 10-9 in extra innings. Cedar scored in the bottom of the eighth for the win. Dennis Snyder (1-6) pitched a great game, going the full eight innings (5 ER. 8 K. 1 BB. 2 HP. 123 pitches. 58 strikes). Ryan Roseboom (2-for-3, 2 RBI. BB. R) and Chad Sevensma (1-2, 2 RBI. BB) had a good game at the plate. Catcher Steve Holl­ man didn’t allow a passed ball and caught a runner stealing. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. The Original Aqua Borne . Ceramic Coatings Alice E. Strumberger MIDDLEVILLE - Alice E. Strumberger. age 84. of Middleville passed away May 19. 2002 at home. Mrs. Alice E. Strumberger was bom i>n Oct. 13. 1917 in Middleville. Mich., the daughter of James and Emma (Butler) Bowerman. She was raised in Yankee Springs and attended a country school. She was married to Tony Strumberger on July 24. 1937. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Caledonia. Alice Strumberger was devoted to her home and family. She loved the out­ doors, and enjoyed tending her vegetables and flow er gardens. She especially enjoyed feeding and watch­ ing the birds and fishing with her husband of 50 years. She is survived by her daughters. Vicky (Mike) Kelley of Middleville and all mis him dearly. He is survived by his devoted daughter and sonin-law. Leslie and Richard Lintz; his beloved grand­ daughter. Tracy Nicole Lin­ tz. all of Middleville; broth­ er and sister-in-law, Theo and Shirley Sheedy; special friends. Evelyn and Webster Lintz. Bob and Marion Meyers. John Wallace. Jerry Willow; special nieces. Dawn Martin (Frank Dolinar) and Kara Sheedy; many other nieces, nephews and a huge circle of Mends and extended family mem­ bers. Preceding him in death were his wife. Alice Sheedy; parents. Al and Ruth; brothers. Norman and Thomas; sisters-in-law. Marge Sheedy and Margaret Martin. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning. May 22. 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Nelson E. Lumm and Rev. Willard Curtis officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, fhursday afternoon May 23. 2002 at I p.m. at Birming­ ham, Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Com­ munity Hospice. Hastings or Thomapple-Kellogg Lib­ rary. Middleville. The family will receive relatives and friends Tues­ day, May 21,2002 from 3 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville, MI. Abe Mulvill’s no-no clips Cedar Springs $4.66 OFF PER GALLON on n A U A mi BEAUTIFUL LO-SHEEN, HANDSOME SOFT GLOSS, I XI nxnnlVI RUSTIC SOLID HIDE FLAT STAIN 1 I I Highly Recommended for Aluminum Siding CERAMIC EXT. HOUSE PAINT Lo-sheen or Hand^xne soft gloss 142 or 152. Reg. S35.O5 gallon .............. 932 CERAMIC SOLID HIDE STAIN $2734 Gallon .................................................... 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Ml/May 21, 2002 Ben Sevald planning to attend West Point by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg sen­ ior Ben Sevald is going to West Point after attending the Presidential Classroom Future World leaders Sum­ mit in Washington D.C. this past March. He had an opportunity to meet with students from more than 44 countries, at­ tend seminars and work­ shops to discuss global is­ sues such as human rights, arms control and national­ ism. Dr. Alan Gropman spoke on the “role of the military in diplomacy” during the week. Gropman is chairman of the department of grand strategy and mobilization for the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Students like Sevald were able to get differing perspec­ tives on international rela­ tions. William Ryerson, for­ mer ambassador to Albania. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACCTON-ads and reach over 11,000 area homes. Ben Sevald gave the keynote address. Students also heard a first hand account from Holo­ caust survivor Erika Eckstut who spoke on human rights. “We provide students with the rare opportunity to see international relations at work,” says Presidential Classroom Executive Direc­ tor Jay Wickliff. “In discuss­ ing key issues with influen­ tial, international leaders the presidential scholars gradu­ ate with heightened aware­ ness of the diverse interests of many countries.” Sevald says, “My week in D.C. was intellectually stimulating and a lot of fun. It was an eye opening expe­ rience to meet so many peo­ ple from different cultures.” This experience may have an even greater impact for Sevald who has been ac­ cepted at the United States Military Academy at West Point. He received nomina­ tions from both senator Deb­ bie Stabcnow and Congress­ man Peter Hoekstra. Each year about 4,300 students are nominated and 1,200 who meet the aca­ demic and physical qualifi­ cations are accepted to West Point. West Point is the only college charged with prepar­ ing young men and women for service as officers in the United States Army. After graduating from West Point and earning a commission as a second lieutenant, Sevald will be required to serve at least five years in the Army. He reports for cadet basic training on July 1. His mother, Diane, a kindergar­ ten teacher at McFall, says “packing for basic training was really simple, five pairs of shoes and a change of clothes.” Sevald has already begun breaking in his two pairs of combat boots. His dad. Mark, is an attor­ ney and chair of the Thor­ napple Township Planning Commission. This year has been an exciting one for the whole Sevald family. Make the home ofyour dreams, reality. Hitild your dream home with one-slop construction loans and permanent financing at State Hauk of Caledonia. C all and make an appointment with one of our .1lortgage. Associates to see what type offinancing would best fit your needs. He ’ll help you realize your dreams and get your home offpaper and onto your land. In My Opinion: ‘Courthouse gang’ acted without people’s consent More than 50 Barry County citizens in the 20/20 sessions last week showed us what *s best about Barry County. Meanwhile, unfortunately, most members of the Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners, remain mired in tunnel vision and still show us they’re the problem, not the so­ lution. At the Future Search Conference at the Cedar Creek Institute, voices were heard, vi­ sions seen, plans made and actions taken. The conference idea came from the Barry County Futuring Trust Committee. The Futuring Committee held a similar conference in 1989 and many of the same issues came up again, such as inter-governmental cooperation, human service needs, planning and zoning issues, transportation and more. But most important they won't just put it in a file cabinet, they’ll use it for continued study and implementation. Meetings will be held throughout the county to review the findings, set the strategies, systems and or­ ganization structure needed to support the vision. The action groups will develop short and long term plans based on the future vision they have created from the conference. They have learned to build on the knowledge that people already have gained by remov­ ing barriers that traditionally keep us from testing our old assumptions and allow us to create new possibilities for the future. One item that came up repeatedly in the conference was the need to reach consensus among the groups on issues, a contrast from local government’s inability or refusal to listen to the people and respond to their needs. We were asked by the conference leaders to bring something to symbolize the conference theme. Former teacher May Granata brought a door knob, which she explained should open new doors, welcome tn new and old friends, and the freedom to express new ideas. She said doors can protect us, contain us in our space, but they also allow us to cross over new thresholds to new possibilities. However. 1 was waiting for an answer on a potential court action against the Rarry County Commissioners for an action I believe was in violation of statutes or at best in. opposition to the interests of the people. The commissioners voted 6-2 to purchase land in Hastings to locate a new Health De­ partment and Commission on Aging facility, but voters of Barry County were never really consulted. The entire project could cost the residents of Barry County more than $4 million. According to state statue, a city council, county commission or any other governmen tai body cannot enter into such a contract without following certain procedures. And there are two other issues. One is that officials who warned us Michigan's budget deficit would be in the mil lions now say it will be in the billions. The shortfall of taxes at the state level will im pact county funding. County officials themselves have said it’s important to maintain a fund balance for tight times like this. Yet now commissioners are planning one of the largest building projects in the county's, history. The second issue is that commissioners have been planning this project for more than three years. A billing notice sent to the commissioners plainly states legal work on the project started in December 2000, nearly 30 days before the present commission was even seated. Only three commissioners remained on the board after 2(XM), Sandy James, Jeff Mackenzie and Clare Tripp. Who authorized this group of three to start encumber ing this huge public expense without the support of the rest of the new commission? Certain procedures must be followed to be in compliance with state law. The first time commissioners discussed the project was in July 2001. To date the Commission on Aging board still has not even voted to build, remodel or accept a project the County Board might offer. COA Board members might have discussed the project amongst themselves, or possibly at committee level, but no action has been taken as far as we know to accept the board’s plans. Reports indicate the COA has not offered a business plan for the facility. Where will the money come from to maintain the facility? As it stands now, the commission plans to purchase the land, pay all legal and devel­ opment costs, pay for all remodeling of the old church building, with no plan for how the COA might contribute. This is serious business. I have been opposed to the plan because the commissioners already purchased land in downtown Hastings, and have land available at the KCC campus. By purchasing more land in Hastings, they take away tax revenue, leaving a larger burden for city taxpayers. Our locally elected officials should be in the business of building cooperation within the county through intergovernmental and citizen involvement to get to a consensus on an issue. Instead, this band, once referred to as the “courthouse gang,” is operating amongst themselves, disregarding law and good governance just to facilitate the needs of two departments of county government. Barr\ County citizens should call their county commissioners and insist on being heard. If they brush off the people’s pleas, they should be reminded of primary elections Aug. 6. Vision 20/20 groups hours of discussion and open debate offered several ideas on how to deal with the human service needs. I suggest the county commission delay plans until they at least attend some of the upcoming action group meetings and sec what the residents of Barry County offer in solving problems. Good government is not just acting on behalf of the taxpayers. 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MLWy 21. 2002/Page 9 Alcohol a factor in deadly crash for father, son A 38-year-old Grand Rap­ ids man killed Sunday in a crash which also claimed his 11-year-old son had a bodily alcohol content of .31-per­ cent and traces of opiates and cocaine in his system when he drove that night, according to a published re­ port on the results of the man's autopsy. The crash occurred in the 9000 block of Cherry Valley Road Avenue SE in Caledo­ nia Township at 8 p.m. when the driver. Bruce Howard, lost control of the vehicle in the northbound lane and careened off the cast shoulder, hit a guard rail and landed in a ditch. Howard and his son, Jamario. who was sitting in the back seat, died at the scene, while a 3-year-old daughter. Angel, was listed in fair condition with a skull fracture at a Grand Rapids hospital, according to a Wednesday report. Another child, 12-yearold Jason Howard, was treated at the hospital for minor injuries. All of the victims were wearing seatbelts, though Angel was not in a child safety seat, deputies are quoted as saying. Howard, who was con­ victed of drunk driving in 1998. had allegedly been taking the children out for a Sunday drive when the crash occurred. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation s used to help fund activities throughout the county in tn© name of the oerson you designate Asx your fune-ai director for more information on rh© Barry Comm^rufy Foundaton or co^ 945-0526_______ Supplier, continued from page 1 police. He accepted my de­ cision and at that time. I de­ cided I would have no part in a cover up.’’ Ucbbing, 19. is charged with felony murder for al­ legedly contributing to the death of Garrett while Gar­ rett was in his care and cus­ tody. a legal matter to be ar­ gued by McNeill and de­ fense attorney James Dimitriou II of Grand Rapids at a pre-exam hearing Wednes­ day. If convicted, Ucbbing would face a maximum pen­ alty of life in prison. Ucbbing. who was a sen­ ior at Wayland Union High School until leaving school at the end of the first semes­ ter. also is charged with one count of first degree child abuse for “knowingly caus­ ing serious, physical harm Io Chad Garrett.” a 15-year fel­ ony. Additional counts include delivery of the controlled substance methadone to a minor, maintaining a drug house and evidence tamper­ ing for allegedly disposing of drugs before law enforce­ ment arrived to investigate Garrett’s death. T—I-------- Saving on home insurance is “NoProbhn.” ........... ................... His fiancee, Jessica Miller. 21. was charged with one count of distributing methadone to a minor, a 14ycar felony, one count of be­ ing an accessory after the fact to felony murder and one count of maintaining a drug house. Miller pleaded guilty May 8 to maintaining a drug house and no agreement was reached on what was going to happen with the other two charges. McNeill said Friday that if the court rules Wednesday that his legal argument does not warrant a bindover of Uebbing to circuit court on the felony murder charge, the People would request a bindover consideration on the alternate charges of sec­ ond degree murder and man­ slaughter. If Uebbing does not enter a guilty plea to a plea offer by Wednesday. May 22, a preliminary examination, which McNeill expects to consist of six hours of testi­ mony, will be scheduled. Introducing Your New Healthcare Partner A New Name, New Mission New Pledge of Service To You Pennock, the name you’ve known and trusted for the area’s best health care is on a new mission to serve you even better. 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Campau Corner owner Don Ziemke, decided to help Warren with his goal by sponsoring another fund­ raiser. A portion of the cost Great rates that come with excellent personal service! Many Discounts Available The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 MMMfo Rd. *37. MiddtevHK. Ml 1-800443-5253 Ill N. Main St Nashville. Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE of each gallon of fuel that W’arren pumped on Satur­ day. May 4. was donated to the “Keep on Booking” pro­ ject. Warren pumped enough fuel to accumulate a contribution from Campau Corner of approximately $400 but Ziemke rounded the figure to make an even $500 donation. Along with the per gallon donation, customers also were contributing extra amounts that totaled another $155 toward Warren’s goal. Ziemke and his wife Lisa, as well as a couple of his employees. Michelle Mad­ dox and Kris Colligan have a vested interest in this par­ ticular fund-raiser as they are the parents of Kettle Lake students. Fourth-grader David Ziemke. Keith (sec­ ond grade) and Tyler (kin­ dergarten) Maddox and Tay­ lor Colligan (first grade) will all benefit from the books purchased with the fund-raising money. Princi­ pal Warren is also the parent of KL fifth-grader. Justin Warren. Ziemke said, “Don’t worry if you weren’t able to make this past ‘pumping gas for funds.’ We’re planning on this as an annual event.” FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 'ARM BUMAU MUYVAI • 'ARM BURAMJ UM • 'ARM BUMAU MMUl “ r trying to save !■ MONEY FOR COLLEGE THIS SUMMER? College costs continue to rise each year... depending on the college or university you choose, tuition and fees can vary by hundreds of dollars per course. This summer, put your educational dollars to work at KCCs Fehsenfeld Center just west of Hastings. The Center specializes in accessible, affordable and trans­ ferable academic coursework. WW.k BIOL 200 BUAD 101 as 100 as 160 ECON 201 ENCL 120 ENCL 151 ENGL 152 GEOG 100 HU MA 150 HUSE 219 MUSE 232 MATH 100* MATH 101* MATH 97 PEC 121 PHIL 202 POSC 200 PSYC 201 PSYC 220 soa 201 Field Biology Intro to Business Intro to Computers Application Software Prin. MacroEconomics Writing Improvement Freshman Comp I Freshman Comp II Physical Geography Encounter with Arts Creative Art & Movement Early Childhood Learning Pre* Algebra Beginning Algebra Mathematics Clinic Healthy Lifestyle Practices Intro to Ethics American Sys. CovX Intro. Psychology The filling station at the comer of 68th Street and Whitneyville Ave . better known as Campau Comer, is owned by Kettle Lake Parent Don Ziemke (right). He stands next to Kettle Lake Principal. Chris Warren. Others interested in the project are Campau Comer employees and KL parents. Michelle Maddox (far left) and Kris Colligan. Tyler Maddox (front) is one of the students that will be benefiting from Warren’s fund-raiser. Kevin Ehmry nominated for April Rotary student Donna von der Hoff, math and computer science instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nomi­ nated senior Kevin Ehmry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven and Sandra Ehmry of Middleville, as Rotary Student of the Month for April. Described as “a very dependable and self motivat­ ed individual," Kevin was nominated for his passion for technology. As a sopho­ more in advanced placement computer science, he was the only student who com­ pleted all of the units neces­ sary for preparation for the advanced placement test. He received a “5” which is the highest possible score able to be earned. “Kevin has a gift for pro­ gramming,” von der Hoff, said, “and for the past three years he has participated in the American Computer Science League (ACSL) competition, where he earned the top score for TK. He has also participated in the computer programming competition at Saginaw Valley State University and the Business Professionals of America regional compe­ tition where he placed third in C++ and fifth in visual basic, qualifying him for the state competition in both events.” This year, he wrote a very lengthy computer program for the TK Fine Arts Department to enable them Kevin Ehmry Thanks to you Harry County,.. Over 850 youth graduated from the DARE program in 2000 - 2001. Just say NO to drugsl United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s the way insurance should be 612 E Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891 9294 Plus. . OPEN ENTRY/OPEN EXIT COMPUTER CLASSES IN MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATIONS. ALL CLASSES START IN EARLY JUNE AND END BY EARLY AUGUST! CALL 948*9500 FOR INFORMATION. by Community Some things are meant to be a certain way... STAUFFER 4 WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Intro to Sociology to sell tickets and assign seats in the auditorium for various performances. In addition to program­ ming. Ehmry is currently enrolled in the fourth semes­ ter of Cisco Networking CCNA training and will be sitting for his certification exam before (he end of the school year. He has worked for the school district as a technical aide for the past two years installing switch­ es. troubleshooting comput­ ers and installing software. “He is an exceptional stu­ dent and a wonderful indi­ vidual.” von der Hoff said. Future plans include a degree in real time interac­ tive simulation/video game programming at the DigiPen Institute of Technology in Redmond, Wash. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/May 21. 2002/Page 11 Trip to Europe meeting slated for tonight Thornapple Kellogg teachers Linda Barton and Kelly Davidson are planning a HLday trip to Paris. Biar­ ritz and Provence for June of 2003. TK Students of the Month announced They are holding an infor­ mation meeting tonight about the trip tonight. Tues­ day. May 21. at 7 p.m. in room 214 at the high school. The trip is open to TK students in grades 9-12 dur­ ing the 2002-2003 school year: Parents, TK staff and other adults can join this fun and educational trip. These young people were chosen as “Students of the Month" for April at Thornapple Kellogg High School (front row, from left) Tabetha Strait. Lucero Lopez. Katie Oshinski, (second row) Tim Wilson, Dean Babcock, Dan Hall, Lindsay Mom, _atisha Smith, Sarah Johnson, Whitney Robertson, (third row) Joel Jones, Nick 3oskam, Seth Walter and Ray Galle. (Unavailable for the picture) were Steve Karelse, Sarah Rhoby, Rachel Holwerda and Julie Schumaker. The meeting will explain the details of the trip includ­ ing the itinerary, travel, ho­ tel and meal arrangements, costs and payment plan and options for fund-raising. Anyone interested in going on this trip should attend the meeting, Discounts are available for early registrations. Anyone not able to attend this meeting who would like more information about the trip can call Barton at 7955400. extension 447.7 or via e-mail a * lbarton(ci tk .k 12.mi.VS. Jason Adgate nominated as Rotary Student of May Senior Jason Adgate, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and Kathleen Adgate of Mid­ dleville was nominated by instructor Heidi Prior of Thomapple Kellogg High School as the Rotary Student of the Month for May. Adgate began his sopho­ more year as manager of the football team and was on Community Based Instruct­ ion (CB1) at the bus garage. He enjoyed the companion­ ship, structure, and responsi­ bility that both of these posi­ tions offered. “Jason also proved to be an effective team leader on the court for Special Oly­ mpics basketball” Prior said. "He was a motivator, a guide, and his high expecta- Jason Adgate lions for himself influenced those around him.” During his junior year, Jason attended the Kent Transition Center (KTC) and enrolled in transportation. He was described by his instructor as “positive and willing to do whatever was asked.” Adgate entered his senior year in the Community Based Vocational Training (CBVT) at Duthler Honda, where he accepted a job and has been ranked as an above average employee. “Jason exhibits determina­ tion, perseverance, and self­ motivation and continues to excel in his personal, acade­ mic, athletic, and leadership achievements,” Prior said. 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The spot is scheduled to start airing on WGVU toward the end of this week, during children's The cake says it all, the Princess Ball was a hit for the Cherry Valley Neighborhood Girl Scout troops. programming hours. Fox’s class is known around Kettle Lake for the multitude of hands-on learn­ ing opportunities. “Class­ * Free Pre-Approval * Free Pizza & Pop Join me for a FREE informational workshop to team what you need to know before (and during) the home buying process. Wednesday evenings May 29th & .June 5th *7-9 p.m. Untiled sealing available, get your spot reserved today ( all Wendy Zandstra 891-SOLD Main Office Smith-Diamond r> 1-2222 8980 N Rodgers Ct Cakdonia MJ 4Q3 )6 Cherry y-CCaCfey GREENHOUSE mates include birds, guinea pigs and a fish. There are books galore to plunge into, stuffed critters housed in a (fake) tree to play with, a reading play­ house and many occasions for giggles. She even has helper “Grandma" (Anne) Laug inhabiting her class­ room, . Young Ellie enjoys being in Fox’s class. In her nomi­ nation letter she stated. “I don’t ever want to miss a day... We have reading time with the (guinea) pigs and get to be zoo keeper." Fox. of Alto, and her hus­ band, Robert, have two sons, Jacob and Joshua. (previous students of Ket­ tle lake). In her free time she enjoys family activities, lake activities and reading. Music is an important part of her life. Joni Henry stated that ac­ cording to Pamela Holtz of WGVU, Fox is the only teacher from the Caledonia School District to have been ^B Deni Fox. back row. middle, was selected as a WGVU “Cool Teacher." She stands here with her first grade Kettle Lake class along with “Grandma’ Laug (back left) and Ellie Henry’s mom, Joni. awarded this distinction thus far (WGVU has sponsored this program for eight years). Ellie sums up life in Fox’s class best in her letter, “Last week my mom said. ‘Mrs. Fox must think you are really special.’ But I said, not just me, everyone is spe­ cial to Mrs. Fox.” Correction: The grade point averages for the top ten of Thomapple Kellogg High School were reported incorrectly. The correct grade point averages are as follows: Jessica Wilson, 4.171; Amanda Kowalczyk, 4.152; Jennifer Punt, 4.115; Peter Mathias, 4.113; David Stuart, 4.086; Amy Herring, 4.073; Kristen Weaver, 4.059; Heidi Porter. 4.055; Julie Schumaker, 4.041; and Miranda Covey, 4.037. Ellie Henry, right, thinks that her first grade teacher, Mrs. Deni Fox, is the “coolest ’’ Everyone one of her students is special to her. ^B Michigan's most inspiring retail gardening experience 4 J 6900 N. M-37 Hwy. • Middleville, Ml 49333 M-37 Hwy. • 2 miles south of Caledonia • Hours: M-F 9-8: Sat. 9-6: Closed Sun. If cooking more than a pound of green beans at a time, cook them in separate pots for better flavor. 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MI/'May 21.2002/Page 13 TK tennis places 5th in conference The Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg varsity boys’ tennis team placed fifth out of nine teams at the O-K Blue Conference Meet in Coopersville on May 11. Every Trojan singles flight won at least one match. Kevin Schmitz beat Rogers at No. 1, Andrew Kalee beat Byron Center at 2 and Brad Bender beat Kel­ loggsville at 3. Tyler James at 4 beat Hamilton, lost to TK student 2nd in National BPA Leadership Conference Pete Mathias, son of Ger­ ald and Marjorie Mathias of Middleville, participated in the May 8-12 National Leadership Conference in Business Professionals of America in Chicago. He competed in Cisco Networking as a representa­ tive of Thomapple Kellogg High School and earned sec­ ond place. “This is Pete’s first year as a Business Professionals of America member, and he has worked very hard for this honor," said Keith Ham­ ming, local BPA advisor. He is also the first Thornapple Kellogg Bus­ iness Professionals of America member to place at the national level. Approximately 4.CXM) sec­ ondary students from throughout the United States participated in Business Pro­ fessionals of America's 36th National Leadership Confer ence. Activities included general sessions with key­ note speakers, business meetings, leadership work­ shops. contests, software certification testing, election of national officers, and tours of Chicago area sites! The highlight of the con­ ference was the presentation of the awards to the winners of the national contests. North Central Accreditation renewed for all TK schools Pete Mathias Business Professionals of America acts as a cohesive agent in the nation-wide net­ working of education, busi­ ness, and industry, and is contributing to the prepara­ tion of a world-class work­ force through the advance­ ment of leadership, citizen­ ship, academic, and techno­ logical skills. Hamming, the local Bus­ iness Professionals of America accompanied Mathias to Chicago. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Village missed somebody’s trash To the Editor: As all Middleville readers know, annual trash pickup was last week. 1 cleaned out my garage and had my stack all ready, along with all my neighbors. As the days went by. items w ere picked up by my fellow villagers and someone even took the old stove I’d placed out there. One day I came home and noticed all my neighbors stacks were com­ pletely gone, and only mine remained. I waited a couple of days, and on Friday morning. I finally called the village office to ask when they would be around to pick up mine. I spoke with Lon Myers, village president. I was informed that I must have just put it out and that I had no recourse except to call a contractor myself. I explained that 1 had placed my items out about two weeks before pickup, but was told by Myers that I shouldn’t have placed them out so early because they were an eyesore to my neighbors. Al first he all but called me a liar, and then made accusations that I placed my items out too early. So w hat is it? When your contractor makes a mistake, is this always how you han­ dle it? Just put the responsi­ bility on the taxpayer0 After speaking with the contractor myself, I was assured that they would hap­ pily come out and pick up what they’d missed, since my address was on their list. Sunset Waste handled this situation with professional­ ism. unlike the elected presi­ dent of Middles ilte. Mollie Fitzhenry. Middleville Sevald and McClure (6-3. 6-3), Beckering and Kall­ weit (6-2, 6-1), McAllister and Timm (6-0. 6-0). and Seger and Tobias (6-1. 6-2) completed the sweep. TK 6. Kenowa Hills 2 The Trojans went to Ke­ nowa and beat the Knights on May 13. Schmitz (6-0. 6-1). Kalee (1-0. injury default). Bender (6-0. 7-6 (3)) and James (61. 6-0) swept the singles flights. Sevald and McClure (4-6. 6-2. 6-1) and McAllister and Timm (6-1, 7-5) got the doubles wins. TK 6, Lakewood 2 TK got a win in its last home meet of the season on May 14 over county-rival Lake wood. Singles winners were Ka­ lee (6-2, 6-3). Bender (7-6 (6). 6-1) and James (6-1. 7Bender (6-2, 7-5) and James 5). Sevald and McClure (6-4, (6-2. 6-2) got the singles 6-2). Beckering and Kailwins. and Dave McAllister and Andrew Timm took a 6-2. 62 win over Byron Center. This was the 30th win­ ning season in 32 years for the Trojan tennis team, a feat they didn’t take lightly. “Getting a winning season this year was kind of a big deal to us,” TK coach Larry Seger said. “We thought it’d be pretty difficult since we had eight brand-new players and only four returnees. “It was really quite an ac­ complishment by this group of kids to do as well as they have.” TK 8. Kelloggsville 0 The Trojans (7-5-1, 4-3-1 in the Blue) sealed a win­ ning record with victories in three of their last four meets, beginning with this sweep at Kelloggsville on May 6. Schmitz (5-0, injury de­ fault), Kalee (6-0. 6-0), the two-seed from Calvin Christian, then beat Cornstock Park 10-5 in a pro set. Kyle McClure and Ben Sevald won the consolation bracket at 1 doubles, over­ coming a loss to top-seed Calvin with wins over Kel­ loggsville (10-6) and Byron Center (10-8). Ian Seger and Randy To­ bias won the consolation bracket at 4 doubles with 10-0 wins over Hamilton and Kelloggsville Kai Kallweit and Jamie Beckering earned a 10-0 win over Rogers at 2 doubles. The North Central Asso­ ciation of Colleges and Schools has notified the Thornapple Kellogg school district that the accreditation for all schools in the district has been extended through the 2001-2002 year. Each fall principals in each school submit a report to NCA showing the number of staff and students in the building, including the certi­ fication of teachers. Along with other information, this is evaluated on a yearly ba­ sis by NCA to make sure that the standards are being maintained in each building. NCA approved the ac­ creditation renewal during its annual convention April 9. According to assistant Su­ perintendent Sharon Kalee, this annual renewal makes sure that schools keep up their standards. Information about NCA accreditation for parents is available at each school. weit (4-6. 6-3. 6-3). and McAllister and Timm (4-6. 7-5. 6-3) won their doubles flights. Wyoming Park 5. TK 3 The Trojans proved how far they’ve come this season by giving the O-K Gold champion Vikings all they could handle in a narrow loss at Park on May 15. “We really had a shot at them right down to the end.” Coach Seger said. “The guys played a very, very good match and gave it every­ thing they had. We pushed them right to the edge.” Schmitz (6-3. injury de­ fault) and James (6-4. 7-5) got wins at 1 and 4 singles respectively, and Kalee beat a regionally-seeded player at 2 singles 6-4 and 6-4. Two doubles flights went to three sets. Sevald and McClure lost a tough one 64. 3-6, 6-4 at 1 singles, and McAllister and Timm fell 64. 3-6. 7-6 (3) at 3 doubles. Why live alone when you can live with us? ylleadeivs Tactilement Oitlaije t V 1821 N. 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Middleville Ml/May 21, 2002 Johnson, Main St repairs approved by village . by Ruth Zachary Sta/f Writer Major repairs on Johnson and Main streets in Caledo* nia required a budget amendment at the May 13 Village meeting for a total of $2,550 to be transferred from the general fund to the street fund. The Caledonia Village Council would like to limit through truck traffic in the village if possible, if guide­ lines for receiving Act 51 highway funding allow it. To restrict the truck traf­ fic, signs would be posted on 100th Street and on 84th, and other streets so trucks would be able to take an al­ ternate route before ending up at the village limits, with the need to go through town. Trustee Nick Unger said he surveyed traffic in August, and on one day counted 115 trucks driving through. Trustee Dan Erskine said often no one has any idea of where those trucks are go­ ing. Some are confused about where the through route between 131 and M-37 actually is. "There are not a lot of ways to get across east and west," Erskine said. "If thev deliver here, that would be OK." He suggested asking peo­ ple in business who deliver in town and to ask the com­ panies which own the trucks if they could re-route. The council appointed new Trustee James Bierlein to the Village Finance Com­ mittee. Trustee Marsha Humphrey formerly filled that position. The Village Council set a May 29 date and 6:45 p.m. time for working on the budget for next year at the regular May council meet­ ing. One of the topics for the budget will be over the pur­ chase of a DPW pickup truck with a plow. An auto­ matic truck would be pre­ ferred. due to experience with a stick shift on the pre­ sent truck. President Daryl Penfold suggested getting a more versatile larger truck with a plow, which would last longer and be more Mobile home park ordinance tackled by village planners by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Residents of Caledonia Village may want to be pre­ sent at a public hearing on proposed changes to the mo­ bile home ordinance at the next Village Planning Com­ mission meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday. June 4. Revisions were advised by the Village Attorney Jim Brown. Trustee Dan Erskine re­ ported the Planning Com­ mission had been working on the revisions, using guidelines developed by other municipalities, which could have implications bearing on manufactured housing as well Though there arc distinc­ tions between the two types of housing, an ordinance governing density and other standards is important for any municipality to have in place. It is generally be­ lieved every ordinance must allow some option for this type of housing, even if it is for only three units. The village may or may not decide where the mobile housing may be located. Introducing Jennifer Battiste M.D., primary care physician, along with long time Caledonia resident, Leon VanderLaan PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. functional. It is not likely the present plow blade would transfer to another truck. The truck could be new or used. The cost was gener­ ally estimated to be from $25,000 to $40,000. Council members will need to decide what features are needed in such a truck in order to solicit bids. Village Manager Sandra Ayers ex­ plained. It was mentioned two local companies buy such used vehicles all over the state, and could be a good resource. Another topic to be dis­ cussed in future is use of vil­ lage property at the north end of town. The property has been suggested as a pos­ sible community facility site by various groups for a li­ brary, a fire barn, a YMCA/pool, and other uses. Erskine said village citizens may have ideas of how the property should be used. Village Council members differed in their opinions over whether a commercial vehicle with lettering on it constituted a portable sign. A cell phone company van parked diagonally across two parking spaces in a vil­ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer New names for four newly acquired Caledonia illage streets in the shopping areas west of M-37 do not have official names and will be decided in July. The Village Council voted in May to open the naming suggestion process to Village residents. Names can be suggested until June 15. In general, the streets are those now identified as Lake Emmons Drive, an east/west street next to the Glen Val­ ley Business Center; South Rodgers, a lane running north/south through the mid­ dle of the Caledonia Village Centre; and roads No. 3 and No. 4., which are east/west streets within the Caledonia I» f General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) .* relaxed Quality’ dental care in a relas and friendly atmosphere. a—A-A—■ A-A^A- « « • The council approved Memorial Day. Independ­ ence Day. Labor Day. Auto Show. Homecoming. Hal­ loween and Santa Claus Pa­ rades through Caledonia Village Streets for 2002 Planning for the Inde­ pendence Day Celebration continues. There is a pick-up truck pull planned for the night of June 28. (Friday) before the weekend festivi­ ties June 29. The committee will be meeting May 29 at the Vil­ lage Hall. Nick Unger re­ ported there is still a need for volunteers to set up and clean up after the celebra­ tion. Call the office at 8919384 to determine the time or place, as other meetings may conflict on that date. Village Centre Names are needed in or­ der to submit for Act 51 funds which help pay for re­ pair and maintenance of the streets. Some names which might be appropriate could be his­ toric names, tree names or names of famous deceased citizens. In Kent County, streets run east/west and avenues run north/south. The list of historic Caledo- nia names would be avail­ able at the village office. Village President Daryl Penfold favors the name 92nd Street for the street known as Lake Emmons Drive, because he believes it will get more official recog­ nition by other agencies when it is time to decide where the next traffic light is installed in the area. Resi­ dents might voice their opin­ ion on this issue as well. Surplus commodity distribution slated A U.S. Department of Agriculture Surplus Com­ modities food distribution will be held from 9 a.m. to I p.m. - Thursday, May 23, at Caledonia Holy Family Church, 9669 Kraft Ave. Cranapple juice, com, bis­ cuit mix, instant milk, pea­ nut butter, pears, pineapple, instant potatoes and tomato sauce will be distributed. Income eligibility guide­ lines based on an annual income: I) Household size, one person under 60 years, Si 1.518; over 60 years. $14,176. 2) Household size, two under 60 years, $15,552; over 60 years, $19,104. 3) Household size, three under 60 years, $19,526; over 60 years, $24,032. 4) Household size, four, under 60 years, $23,530; over 60 years, $28,960. For each additional house­ hold members add $334 for under 60 years per month; over 60 years old, $411 per month. New cards are available. For more information, call 891-1298. Over Your Head ♦--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Erskine said village trus­ tees had the duty to try to keep spending down, and the time taken in the meet­ ing to clarify issues was not more important than ques­ tioning matters which seemed to warrant it. Trustee Arlene Oaks pointed out later the attor­ ney's bill was lower this month. Caledonia village solicits public for street name suggestions 9 Christopher J. Hier, D.D.S. 616-891-1240 £ lage lot brought a complaint leading to the discussion. Erskine said commercial trucks are required to have the name of the company on it. and trying to restrict the attention getting tactics probably could not be en­ forced. He thought a phone call might get more results than sending a letter. Trustee Chuck Audy said Ayers uses several methods to solve the variety of prob­ lems that present them­ selves. Council Trustee Wendy Zandstra said the company was pushing the limit, but sending a letter was impor­ tant for the village to docu­ ment sending notices. She said the village must be con­ sistent in its enforcement practices to avoid problems. The council approved the consent agenda, even though Erskine had questions about details of the bills covered under the consent agenda. After a short discussion. President Daryl Penfold asked that such questions be prepared ahead of time, or be brought to the attention of the right person in order to avoid a lot of uninformed discussion at meetings. In Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Your Smile The First Thing People See! Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips * 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'May 21.2002'Page 17 Caledonia Twp. wants stiffer standards for applications by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Site plan approval may be harder to get if Caledonia Township takes a hard line on documentation before ap­ proval is given. Planning commissioners and board members sug­ gested such a move on Mon day, May 13. and Wednes­ day. May 15. at their respec­ tive meetings last week. The Planning Commis­ sion would like all condi­ tions to be met and docu­ mented before appicants come to make requests. Commissioners discussed the complicated details ap­ plicants must provide to ver­ ify all requirements have been met. Planning Commissioners discussed developing a check list for each type of zoning. A document would explain in detail where, how, what to do and whom to go to to document details before a site plan review. In some municipalities, a fee of around $8(M) is charged. If the details arc not complete, the applicant is charged again if the process must be repeated. At the Township Board meeting May 15. the board also stressed not giving any conditional approvals before documentation has been pro­ vided by the applicant be­ cause there is no way to fol­ low up and to assure compli ancc with requirements after the fact. This may contribute to problems, such as flood­ ing or erosion recently expe­ rienced in the township, and result in township rcsponsi bility to fix the problems. Clusters of same-type businesses seem to be form­ ing at the busy corner of Whitneyville and 68th Street, while many of the neighbors would like more variety there. A special use permit re­ quest for a motor vehicle re­ pair shop in a C-l district north of 68th Street on the cast side of Whitneyville Avenue was approved with conditions by the Caledonia Planning Commission May 13. The request was brought by partners Jamie Wright and Joe Shcahan. Previous comments by neighboring businesses had indicated opposition to so many similar businesses in one area. Local businessman Carl Johnson commented that there were a number of simi­ lar businesses in various fields in Caledonia Town­ ship. often built next to each other. He said on Whitncyville, there was a retail store, gas station, a nursery land­ scaping shop, a storage fa­ cility. a car wash, and an­ other repair shop. He said the marketplace determined whether a busi­ ness stayed in business or not. He said that just be­ cause a service station was being asked for so close to an existing station that wasn't enough of a reason a variance shouldn't be granted. Another resident said the commissioners were not counselors to business, but were there to look out for the community and the ap­ plicant. Commissioner Don Koopmans mentioned there was need to look at potential future uses for any structure being put up. He encouraged flexibility in the way the fa­ cility was built. Commissioner Wally Bujak noted a letter from other residents indicated many concerns over the plan. He said he would want to ad­ dress these issues during the process. He said a large amount of dirt is to be moved, and should be done in a way that would not negatively impact neighbors. He mentioned a potential for soil erosion and wanted per­ mits and silt dams to be in place "This is a large project and will impact the neigh­ borhood." he said. "In the end it should be to the bene­ fit and liking of the neigh­ borhood. but getting there is the problem... during con­ struction and what the facil­ ity will look hke." Bujak concluded he was in favor of granting the spe­ cial use but wanted to ad­ dress all the concerns. The dirt is to be moved to the north of the site in land­ scaping or perhaps some of it will be sold. The appli­ cants said it would not cause any problems to neighbors. Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he wanted the standards for the building to be high enough that others coming to the area would be expected to build up to that standard. A second request to con­ struct two self storage build­ ings on W'hitncyille Avenue, brought by Rodney Wanzer was more perplexing to the commissioners and was ta­ bled. Self storage is a nun-con forming use within C-l zon­ ing. Wanzer had been al­ lowed to put up one self storage unit by a previous board in 1989, and in 1993 and 1997, with a variance, and now was asking to ex­ pand again. He would be al­ lowed to continue with the non-conforming use if he docs not expand. However, it was thought that perhaps the previous de­ cision justified the commis­ sion to allow him to expand You Are Invited to a Community Meeting TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2002, 7 p.m. at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School Cafeteria to discuss a “School Bond Proposal" for Thomapple Kellogg Schools The Thorn apple Kellogg Bo ard of Education is looking for input and ideas from THE COMMUNITY AS PLANS ARE BEING MADE TO ADDRESS GROWTH IN OUR SCHOOLS. You will hear current enrollment figures, projected enrollment, building needs and more. A question-and-ansu'er period will be provided. ■ Community suggestions and feedback are encouraged. on the property. On the other hand, commissioners did not want to make a deci­ sion that could have further legal implications for future requests based on allowing him to expand his non-con­ forming use. Comments were that his operation had been kept clean, and in general there were no complaints about how he did things. It was suggested he might put the property to some other uses than storage, which he said he had thought about. The property is long and narrow, and seems tucked away from view . This might limit other uses for C-l activity. Wanzer has a six-foot wood fence along other boundaries near residential areas. Wanzer said the building would not have doors on the side next to a See standards, page 23 RESOLUTION (02-006) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL **'% An Ordinance to Amend the Middleville Village Code Providing for the Appointment of a Village Clerk May 14, 2002 WHEREAS, Section 1-6 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. as amended, permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordinance THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: Section 1, Section 2-33. Division 2. Article II of Chapter 2 is hereby added to read as follows Sec. 2-33. Appointment. The President, shall nominate and the council shall appoint a Village Clerk lor a term of two (2) years The terms of office shall commence Apnl 1 of each odd-numbered year However, the ini­ tial term, following immediate appointment, shall expire on March 31, 2003 Section 2. All other portions of said ordinance shall remain in full lores and effect Section 3, This Ordinance shall take effect 45 days following the date of adoption unless a peti­ tion signed by not less than 10% of the the registered electors of the village is filed with the vill.igclerk within said 45-day period, in which case this ordinance shall take effect upon the appiovai at an election held on the question Section 4, Notice of the delayed effect of this ordinance and the right to petition shall be pub lished separately at the same time, and in the same manner, as this Ordinance Section 5. This Ordinance shall be published within 15 days in the Sun and News newspaper BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED. That this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk into the offt cial records of the Village of Middleville on this 14th day of May. 2002 Moved by Bray, supported by VandenBerg, to adopt the foregoing Resolution YEAS: Bray, Corson. Kenyon, Lytle, Myers, Pullen, VandenBerg NAYS; None I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of Middleville Council at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2002. Rhonda L. Fisk, Village Clerk Village of Middleville 318 REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10, 2002 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regulal election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 10, 2002 THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending m 2006 THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: Kim A Selleck David R Smith Wnte-m candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p.m . Friday, June 7, 2002 THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Pace Thomapple Kellogg High School MKJdteviUe Michigan The first precinct consists of all the territory of the School District including Precinct #2 of Irving Township except the Townships of Cartton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct »1 of Irving Township PRECINCT NO. 2 Voong Place Freeport Village Hail. Freeport, Mtcfigan The second precinct consists of the Townships of Cartton. Bowne, Campbell and Prednct »1 of Irving Township locat­ ed within the School District An school electors who are -egistered with the erty of township clerk of the .city or township in when they reside are enable to vote at this election This nonce is given by order of the board of education Kim A. Selleck Secretary, Board of Education �Page 18/The Sun and News. MiddtoviHe Ml Way 21.2002 CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting_ CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP MAY 15. 2002 Present: Harrison, Snyder Cardwell. Bujak, Robertson Stauffer, and Bravata arrived at 7 04 Also Present: Utilities Administrator Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer and se/eral citi­ zens The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p m PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the invoca­ tion CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison second Cardwell to add cemeteries to item 10E Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Moved Harrison. second Cardwell to add Township Office parking lot to item 10F Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Bujak second Snyder to remove item 5F First Read of Ordinance #02-5Z - Scotsmoor PUD from the consent agenda Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson second Harnson to add Medical Reimbursement to item 9A Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: _ynn Demann of 5282 Wade dis­ cussed recent rain and the out­ come of Shagbark Condomin­ iums due to toe rains APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harnson sec­ ond Snyder to approve the con­ sent agenda items A through E as written Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED. 1st READ - ORDINANCE •O2-5Z - SCOTSMOOR PUD: Jack Fitzsimmons of 583 Johnson discussed concerns of the Scotsmoor PUD. He requested that the Board not approve the PUD until water problems are solved Discussion was held Fred Fleischmann of 9033 Foeke discussed issues regarding the Scotsmoor PUD and the Zoning Ordinance O Nick Unger of 223 Johnson dis­ cussed concern of not having a traffic study done regarding this Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 23. 2002 The regular meeting ol the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7 04 pm by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle. Mr. Lon Myers, Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ utes of the April 09, 2002 meet­ ing were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as written. Mr. Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report Mi Mark Borgman, of Wade Trim, updated Council on the Grand Rapids Street project. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution #02005 appointing Charles Pullen and re-appointing Marilyn VandenBerg to TAPRC on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes 2. Approved the invoices dated April 19. 2002 in the amount of $53,335.15 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg. 3 Approved transfer of the sludge removal funds to mainte nance tasks in the amount of $7,680 42. as defined by Charlie Miller s letter, on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 4 Accepted the bid from Oetman Excavating in the amount of $77 180 for Phase I and $265,172 50 for Phase I and II of the Stagecoach Park/Parking LoVStreet Project on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5. Approved forward of Change Order Request #3. rela­ tive to the 1999 Utilities Improvement Project, in the amount of $38,633.20, to Barry County for payment to Dan Valley on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 6. Approved the Memo of Understanding for the M-37 Corridor on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 7. Adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon. Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 a m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. PUD Bujak discussed dram issues and would kke resolution He also discussed the Village having concerns Robertson dis­ cussed his concerns with the dram issues as weft as others and he would not approve this Ordinance without seeing cer­ tain items dealt with first. Gene Szpemski developer of Scots­ moor PUD discussed a traffic study having been done utilities bemg run through this property dunng the summer, and also the dram issues. Harnson discussed private drive concerns as the dnve will be a thru street Traffic concerns were discussed Storm water issues were discussed. Bujak discussed the Planning Com-mission meeting where the PUD was approved Robertson discussed concerns of approv­ als pending something Moved Cardwe'l second Harnson to refer this back to the planning commission for a definite plan on drairVstorm water issues, to have a traffic study done and the 25 buffer be looked at Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORTS FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: UTILI­ TIES REPORT: Discussion was held regarding flows and capac­ ity of the Campau/Kettle Sewer plant. CORRESPONDENCE: None MEDICAL REIMBURSE­ MENT: Moved Robertson sec­ ond Harnson to pay $1500 00 tor medical reimbursement and report on the employee s W-2. Robertson withdrew the motion. ELECTION COMMISSION APPOINTMENT: Moved Harnson. second Robertson to appoint Snyder. Bravata and Stauffer to the Election Commission Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CEMETERY MAPS: Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to allow Wilcox Partners, LLC to make cemetery maps at a cost of $2000.00 Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. CEMETERY DATA MIGRA­ TION: Discussion was held. FCC PREEMPTION OF CABLE MODEM FRANCHISE FEES, LOCAL CONTROL OF RIGHTS OF WAY: Moved Bravata, second Snyder to par­ ticipate in and pay $300.00 toward filing comments and/or reply comments with the FCC and/or petition for Environmental Impact Statement which will generally oppose the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in the case. Ken Gackler discussed cable modems Discussion was held. Tom Apol discussed item. Ayes None Nays: All MOTION DENIED. CEMETERIES: Discussion Creating Independence for People With Disabilities THIRTEENTH ANNUAL CALEDONIA AMBUCS CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC (8 a.m. Shotgun Start) JUNE 21, 2002 SASKATOON GOLF CLUB INCLUDES: 18 Hole String Scramble with Gott Cart Coffee & Donuts (am)------ Burger & Brat Luncheon (pm) Door Prizes for Everyone AWARDS: (Based on Score) COST: 1st Place $500 2nd Place $250 $300 - 4 Person Team $75 - Individual was held regarding trees in the cemetery which may cause ssues m the near future Moved Bravata. second Bujak to refer toe item to Pat and she bongs a report to toe next meeting with a cost projection she may need to maintain the cemeteries. Elizabeth Fmkbemer discussed Grand Rapids cemeteries and their rules regarding planting Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held 'egardmg the Lakeside New Cemetery, and the water levels of the North end being very shallow. TOWNSHIP OFFICE PARK­ ING LOT: Discussion was held regarding the parking tot need- ing improvement Moved Bujak second Stauffer to repair toe Township Office parking lot Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Snyder commented on an Open House at Mika Meyers Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to have Snyder replace Cardwe'f on toe Zoning Administrator Search Committee Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Harnson discussed a High School Diploma program for Work) War II Veterans The Speed limrt Ml was vetoed by Governor Engler Bujak discussed toe Tbomappie River Clean up that is taking place this weekend PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Fred Fleischmann of 9033 Foeke Dr. commented that Scouts can t run electrical equip­ ment He also discussed the cemetenes and toe need tor a ma ntenance man and the Parks and Recreation millage being placed on the ballot Kns Apol discussed cemetery maps for public use Pierson dis­ cussed toe Gaines Township inter-connect ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Patricia Snyder Caledonia Townsh.p Clerk CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Summary of Minutes of Regular Meeting Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia May 13, 2002 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Bierlein. Erskine. Oaks. Penfold. Unger, Zandstra. Audy. Regan & Ayers Absent: None Consideration of meeting agenda: Add Budget amend­ ment to New Business Motion carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motioned by Unger to accept the agenda support by Audy. all ayes-Motion Carried Erskine gave a review of the Planning Commission meeting, stating that a Public Hearing was scheduled for June 4. 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report Next meeting for the 4th of July Celebration is June 29, 2002 at 7 30 pm Village Manager Report: No Thru Trucks was discussed as a possible solution to keep our truck traffic down in the Village Further investigation needs to be done on this subject. Discussion on a replacement truck for the 1986 Chevy 1 tonWe will discuss further at the Budget Workshop Labor Committee and Budget Workshop are scheduled for Wednesday, June 29th. Labor Committee will meet at 6:00 p.m., followed by the Budget Workshop at 630 p.m. Congratulations to Buff Rodgers on his 20-year anniversary with the Village Village President Report: 92nd St. purchase is complete Unfinished Business: none New Business A. Turn Village Sewer delin­ quents over to 2002 taxes Motion carried B Arbor Day proclamation took place prior to the meeting, outside by toe new Evergreen Tree C. Penfold appointed Jim Bierlein to the Finance Committee Motion earned D Blanket Parade permit tor Memorial Day. independ­ ence Day. Labor Day. Auto Show. Homecoming Halloween A Christmas Celebrations Motion Carried E Naming new Village streets - Tabled tor residents sug­ gestions F Budget amendment for Patches to do asphalt repair for $2550 Motion earned Public Comments Extend­ ed: Lisa Segard gave a brief review of the Shared Vision Meeting that she attended Council Comments: Adjournment 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Sandra Ayers. Clerk Thornapple Township buying fire equipment by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Town­ ship Board last week ap­ proved the purchase of more than $45,000 worth of equipment for the fire de­ partment. This purchase includes self contained breathing ap­ paratus, preventive mainte­ nance, a defibrillator, car­ diac monitor and turnout gear. The board also authorized the Emergency Services Committee to make the de­ cision on whether to pur­ chase a new or demonstra­ tion ambulance. The board had budgeted $100,000 for a new ambulance and the demonstration model with 1,000 miles on it would be $77,150. There is a possibil­ ity the old ambulance could be turned into a “mobile canteen.” Planner Geoff Moffat ex­ plained to the board that the Grant to help finance expansion of firm State Rep. Gary Newell has announced a $380,350 grant to help expand and make improvements at Munn Manufacturing of Freeport. The company will use the community development block grant to make water system improvements in­ cluding well construction, a water tower and a water main extension. The im­ provements will allow for increased usage and fire pro­ tection for the company. Munn, a precision machin­ ing and surfacing facility, plans to invest $450,000 in new equipmenL “This is excellent news for Barry County, its residents and its work force,” said Newell, R-Saranac. “This ensures that Munn Manu­ facturing will continue to be a valuable and vital pan of Freeport's economic grow­ th.” The grants are adminis­ tered by the Michigan Eco­ nomic Development Cor­ poration. CDBG is a federal grant program involving funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Planning Commission is considering the request from Fensco, which purchased the Wolverine asphalt plant on Jackson Road for a develop­ ment agreement. This agreement should come before the board in June for a decision. The board also is working with the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com mission to provide an office for program director Mike Bremer. Township Trustee Walt Eavey reported that informa­ tion from the Michigan Township Association is predicting that income shar­ ing will be down in the com­ ing year. Members of the board then went into closed ses­ sion to discuss the acquisi­ tion of property. PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 21. 2002/Page 19 Shagbark flooding problems persist . by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Recent rains and high wa­ ter conditions still threaten residents living in the Shag­ bark Condominium develop­ ment, Lynn DeMann re­ ported to the Township Board May 15. Rain has filled the deten­ tion pond in the area, and water continues to rise, overflowing into nearby basements. DeMann said some residents report some leaking, though no substan­ tial flooding has occurred recently. Occupants have experi­ enced years of intermittent flooding in basements, with considerable damage, lead­ ing to an ongoing dispute with the developer, Lee Van Popering. DeMann said the attorney advised the association to write a letter to the devel­ oper and at the same time notify the township, asking him to pump out the pond. A fax was sent to the devel­ oper, and records showed the fax had been received, but he has not replied. She said since May 3 nei­ ther the developer nor any of his workers have been seen anywhere on the premises. She has been available every day and has not seen him. Whether or not Van Poper­ ing will pump it out seems to be "on a whim." DeMann said. "Nothing's been done." In the past he has pro­ vided a pump, which has fuel for 12 hours, and it worked until the fuel ran out. On the advice of the attor­ ney. the association is plan­ ning to pump out the pond on its own. so as not to be at the developer s mercy. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he had phoned the developer, who had told him it was not his problem, that it was the problem of O & M Engi­ neering, Caledonia Town­ ship and the Kent County Drain Commission. He did agree to walk the property with Harrison, but given his position, they did not do so. Harrison said he also had concerns over the pond fill­ ing up. The Fire Department has been out to pump it out on one occasion, but it’s not a real solution. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox said a pump would not be necessary in revisions which are being proposed by three different engineers to remedy the situation. Landon Holdings case goes tonight to ZBA by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Landon Holdings’ plans for a 600-unit manufactured housing development on 153 acres at 108th Street con­ tinue to occupy the energy of residents and Thornapple Township officials. The company’s request for rezoning the property from agriculture residential to residential, will go before the Thornapple Township Zonming Board of Appeals tonight (May 21) at 7 p.m. at the township hall. The re­ quest was denied last March by the Thornapple Township Planning Commission and the recommendation was up­ held by the Township Board at its April meeting. Now the company is seeking a “rczoning use variance” from the town­ ship’s Zoning Board of Ap­ peals. During the Township Board Meeting May 13, planner Geoff Moffat ex­ plained the procedure. The ZBA will examine the re­ quest from Landon and make a decision based on facts. The ZBA will examine the ordinance and the re­ cord. The ZBA can make the change and the only re­ course following its decision is to go to court. The ZBA may schedule a public hearing to discuss this request. Township, neighborhood association, and the devel­ opers engineers were con­ sulted on the matter, but ac­ tion to correct the situation has been slow to materialize. In January, a report by Wilcox and a separate plan submitted by Kyle D. Wil­ son advised expansion of the detention pond to provide storage for a 25-year storm event with a controlled re­ lease pipe in accordance w ith the Kent County Drain Commission requirements. In addition, an overflow spillway was recommended to be sized for a 100-year storm event. An open ditch down­ stream from the site along mobile home park property west of the condo also would need alterations to make it adequate for posi­ tive drainage, with a Shag­ bark easement for drainage into the ditch. The mobile home park is willing to par­ ticipate in half the construc­ tion cost, and expected the other half to be covered by Northland Management. A recommendation that storm sewer be laid again from the catch basin on the north side of Wade Street to the detention basin was made. At present, the storm sewer is submerged all of the time. Regrading the yards be­ tween the 76th Street berm and the back of the condos was advised to increase the slope away from the build­ ings for better drainage. Also televising and inspect­ ing the storm line from the catch basin at 76th Street and Shagwood north was recommended, to determine if collapse or sediment in the pipe was blocking the nor­ mal flow. In addition, Wilcox rec­ ommended expansion of the pond, which would require site plan modification by the Planning Commission. Each step required a lot of consid­ eration, to be sure attempts to remedy the Shagbark problem did not cause flood­ ing for someone else or make the problems worse. The residents have filed an appeal with the state, which so far has produced no action. In the meantime the association’s attorney has advised them to wait until that has occurred. The proc­ ess can take eight to 24 months to be dealt with. They have up to six years under the statute of limita­ tions. Harrison said the town­ ship is not issuing any more building permits to the de­ veloper as a means to pre­ vent further similar prob­ lems from occurring. At the end of December. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox said he did not rec­ ommend that Caledonia Township allow additional buildings to be constructed in Shagbark until a proper storm water management system was completed, as additional impervious sur­ faces would add to the prob­ lems. The matter was weighed for some time before town­ ship officials, with legal support, eventually decided to withhold the building per­ mits until the ongoing flood­ ing problems in the neigh­ borhood were corrected. An appeal by Lee VanPopering, the developer of the Shagbark condominium AA, ALANON MEETINGS complex, was made over the township’s decision to with­ hold further building per­ mits. The Caledonia Township Board appointed a Con­ struction Board of Appeals during the past winter, where there was none. To be properly prepared, the town­ ship needed to have the board in order for Van Popering to appeal the re­ fusal of building permits. The Construction Board of Appeals is a quasi-judi- ciai board with the authority to overturn the Township Board decision, though their decision would not be the fi­ nal one. and either the Township Board or the ap­ plicant could go to the State Construction Board or to the Court System* to obtain a fi­ nal decision. The appeal could ulti­ mately reinforce the town­ ship's ability to control situations where damage oc­ curs to residents because of a construction failure. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ^Chig*^ NOTICE TO ELECTORS: RIGHT OF PETITION Please take notice that on May 14. 2002. the Village Council for the Village of Middleville passed an ordinance providing for the nomination by the president and appointment by the council of the village treasurer This ordinance will take effect after 45 days from its passage unless a petition signed by not less than 10% of the registered electors of the village is tiled with the village clerk within the 45-day penod. in which case the ordinance shall take effect only upon the approval at an election held on the question Dated May 14. 2002 Rhonda Flak. Village Clerk 316 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. NOTICE TO ELECTORS: RIGHT OF PETITION Please take notice that on May 14, 2002, the Village Council for the Village of Middleville passed an ordinance providing for the nomination by the president and appointment by the council of the village clerk This ordinance will take effect after 45 days from its passage unless a petition signed by not less than 10% of the registered electors of the village is filed with the village clerk within the 45-day penod, in which case the ordinance shall take effect only upon the approval at an election held on the question Dated: May 14, 2002 Rhonda Fisk, Village Clerk 315 RESOLUTION (02-007) OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL *'ch,g^ An Ortinance to Amend the Middleville Village Code Providing for the Appointment of a Village Treasurer May 14, 2002 WHEREAS, Section 1-6 of the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001, as amended permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordinance movie OUTPOST VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat • VHS/DVD movies 4 player restab • Games A garac system rcetal | | j • Special Orders tad Previewed movies A games for sale. e Gift Certificates & Gift Basket* • VHS A Game Accessories . 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The P'esident shall nominate and the council shall appoint a Village Treasurer for a term of two (2) years The terms of office shall commence April 1 of each odd-numbered year However, the initial term, following immediate appointment, shall expire on March 31, 2003 Sectton 2 All other portions of said ordinance shall remain in full force and effect Section 3 This Ordinance shall take effect 45 days following the date of adoption unless a peti bon signed by not 'ess than 10% of the registered electors of the village is filed with the village clerk within said 45-day penod in which case this ordinance shall take effect upon the approval at an election held on the question Section 4 Notice of the delayed effect of this ordinance and the right to petition shall be pub­ lished separately at the same time and in the same manner, as this Ordinance Section 5 This Ordinance shall be published wnhtn 15 days in the $yn and_Ngw5 newspaper BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, That this Resolution be entered by the Village Clerk into the offi­ cial records of the Village of Middleville on this 14tn day of May, 2002 Moved by VandenBerg supported by Lytle to adoot the foregoing Resolution YEAS Bray Corson Kenyon Lytie Myers PuHen VandenBerg NAYS None I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by the Village of MiddfowSe Council at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May 2002 Rhonda L. Fisk, Village Clerk Village of Middleville | Don’t Forget the Popcorn... 317 �Page 20/The Sun and News. MkkJleviHe. Ml/May 21. 2002 Scotsmoor request sent back to planners by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last Wednesday said unresolved drainage prob­ lems, unknown traffic and safety effects and lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and sur­ rounding areas required a second look by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commis­ sion had recommended ap­ proval. provided the drain­ age issues had been re­ solved. The Township Board was considering the request in a first reading May 15. Though the request was for rezoning, and not a site plan review or approval of a phase of the PUD. the board did not want to approve the project while potential prob­ lems remained unresolved. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox explained that typically final engineer­ ing would not be done be­ fore the rezoning is ap­ proved. Scotsmoor developer Gene Szpeinski actually was presenting a more complete plan than usual for a rezon­ ing. He explained this was a plan of the layout, the road­ ways, lots and phases, which would be developed and then approved at a later time by all experts before final approval of storm water and construction issues, etc., is given. "It's difficult for us to have full construction plans on something we don’t even know we have approved." Szpeinski said. The rest of the plans deal with those de­ tails after acceptance of the rezoning. However, board members thought other inconsisten­ cies with the zoning ordi­ nance still needed clarifica­ tion. Trustee Bill Bravata said he was embarrassed to put the developer through this because of unclarified issues by township officials. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son countered with concerns over traffic and drainage, and making sure the ordi­ nance was followed. He said the township needs to know this is a positive solution for all those affected. Szpcinski's plan, when presented to the Planning Commission, had been worked out between himself and the schools without much township or village in­ put. and issues evolving out of effects on both village and township residents were raised at last week’s Town­ ship Board meeting. The Planning Commis­ sion’s public hearing on the matter occurred at the same time as the Village Council meeting, preventing that PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON'S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT_ SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS group's attendance. Com­ missioner Wally Bujak had voted against approval, which nevertheless was rec­ ommended by the Planning Commission. Village residents had told Bujak they were not happy they had not been included in the procedure. Bujak said the impact on the Village would be signifi­ cant. no matter how the de­ velopment was laid out. but the primary concern was over the impact on traffic. This was why he asked the first reading of the request be pulled from the consent agenda for separate consid­ eration. The plan request asks to amend the zoning ordinance from low density single family to a planned unit de­ velopment (PUD) with a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. Residents buying homes located next to the school football field would expect the school activities, and would move there to take part. Szpeinski said. This was designed to be a devel­ opment for families with children who want proxim­ ity to the schools and the ac­ tivity generated there. A lot of trees on the par­ cel will be left at the perime­ ter. and some trees will be transplanted to other areas to help create a landscape buffer. Screening between the development and the pre-existing homes along Johnson and Kraft was dis­ cussed. Public utilities soon will be available to the develop­ ment. An agreement with the school district will allow cooperative use of sewer fa­ cilities, between the new high school, the Catholic Church on the corner of 92nd and Kraft and the ATTENTION TO AARP MEMBERS Scotsmoor project. Within the development, the engineering plans for storm drainage and deten­ tion ponds were completely revised from a previous plan, and directed to drain away from the Fitzsimmons property, which already has drainage problems. The project would be con­ structed in four phases. Szpeinski said the Kent County Road Commission had approved the driveway onto Johnson. The interior road widths would be only 24 feet com­ pared to public roads, which are 26 feet. Private developments must ask for police patrols if provided, he said. Sidewalks on both sides of the streets will go in when the homes are built. Private street lighting will be low, about nine feet high, to reduce glare. In a partnership arrange­ ment with the school dis­ trict, Szpeinski said 56 school buses would use the central Scotsmoor corridor twice a day traveling north into the school campus by 2004. School buses would turn right from Johnson Street into and through the devel­ opment into the school cam­ pus, to help traffic flow which is now a problem for the schools. They would only travel from south to north. Stop signs or other measures would be em­ ployed to slow other traffic through the development. The school would clear snow at the intersection with the development. Traffic would exit onto Kraft, at the 92nd Street cor­ ner, which the school hopes will have a traffic light, Szpeinski said. Buses could then turn safely. In discussioof drain is­ sues, neighbor Jack Fitzsim­ mons who owns adjoining property on the JohnsonKraft corner, said he has ex­ perienced increasing flood­ ing on the north part of his property, caused by block­ ages down grade at the old rail road Mahoney county drain and the school. He said up to 200 mature trees, 24 inches in diameter had been killed by the flooding problem on his property and the Scotsmoor property. The water level has raised from five to six feet above normal over the past five to six years. Fitzsimmons said he wanted to present the poten­ tial increased runoff from the development, which would only exaggerate the flooding. He asked no final approval for Scotsmoor be given until the drain was working properly. He explained a 36-inch drain tile under the old rail way is half full of sand, so that only about six inches of water can flow. The problem had been added to by brush thrown off the rail bed by work crews clearing it for the “Rails to Trails” linear park. Citizen Fred Fleischmann said he had taken scouts into the area and they had pulled out brush that would block the drain. He confirmed the drain had problems. Szpeinski explained that the problem had increased with the installation of the village water main, which crossed the drain, and with the construction of the ftxitball stadium. Szpeinski said he had gone with drain Commis­ sioner Roger l^ininga to try to determine what was needed. One problem is the drain is pitched wrong under the railway. It is very old and may even be collapsed at some point. Water barely exits the drain. "The culvert is not on our site," Szpeinski said. Because the drain prob­ lem was on school property, and because the school con­ tractor had promised the de­ bris would be cleaned up and the culvert cleared at the time excavation is done to install the sewers, he had as­ sumed the problem was re­ solved. Another drain on school property needs work at the same time. Rich Over­ mire, the school consultant, has promised to attend to the problem, he said. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said, "I really don't sec anything in the documenta­ tion that assures us the drainage issue is resolved.” He said action to resolve the problem was needed. He said there was still a ques­ tion as to whether the cul­ vert was actually service­ able. whether the problem lies off the school or Scots­ moor properties, and if so. then whose responsibility would it be? He said What I fear is Shagbark Condo­ minium all over again." Bujak said he wanted to know who was responsible, the cost if replacement was needed, and if this was a Drain Commission issue. Harrison asked what "maintenance of drainage ar­ eas" meant to Szpeinski. who answered pond mainte­ nance requires periodic (an­ nual) removal of silt. This is incorporated into condomin­ ium documents, he said. It is part of the maintenance plan, which some party is made responsible lor. Board members were not convinced the problem was yet resolved, and wanted more assurance of who would be responsible for re­ placing the drain under the old railway if that was re­ quired In talking about the buffer zone. Fleischmann pointed out the township zoning or­ dinance for PUDs specifics a 25-foot perimeter buffer. I'he formula for computing densities is not to include the space in the buffer. The 25-foot setback would fall within some of the resi­ dents’ back yards, as the de­ velopment is planned. It was not clear whether this was to be beyond building setbacks or if the buffer and setbacks could be within the same area. Some of these areas also need to be graded to carry away storm water, Szpeinski explained. In a related matter, the school a few years ag<i placed its stadium bleachers up to two feet of the prop­ erty line, without regard for village or township zoning setbacks, Fleischmann said. Under the township ordi­ nance, the developer is to screen these bleachers siK feet above the highest point to absorb sound between Continued next page BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair GET AN EXTRA $500 onORLeSabre $1000 on Park Ave. Plus $3000 Rebate call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by. Bruce Bender Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick T-7 31417* HASTINGS SU-945-2425 1-X»-2»-2425 «rww bdtwd com Vg' 415 2nd Street • Middleville | <5 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 21. 2002/Page 21 From previous page different land uses for the sake of the residents, he said. Szpcinski was not aware of the buffer requirement. The 'planning commission and or the board would still have the ability to waive the requirement of the 25 foot buffer zone. On the issue of traffic im­ pact, Fleischmann said the entrances and exits for the PUD residential develop­ ment were not in compli­ ance with the ordinance, which asks for 100 feet be­ tween drives, and 150 feet from a non-signaled corner. The entrance across from the high school exit is only 80 feet away, but this was approved by the Kent County Road Commission. Fleischmann said by re­ quiring residents exit the de­ velopment into the school property, traffic standards for non-rcsidcntial uses should apply to streets in the development. He said drive­ ways are to be 300 feet apart. I»t widths as planned would not allow these drive­ way distances within the de­ velopment. When buses use private drives, a "proof of recording of the right access and con­ ditions of use" is required in the ordinance. Fleischmann said. He said the streets as planned do not meet cither the residential or the nonrcsidcntial standards for a PUD Harrison asked Szpcinski, "Why would you connect to the schools?" Szpcinski said the schools do not like dealing with the 55 mph speeds on Kraft, and were seeking alternative so­ lutions. This would provide an internal system for buses and maintenance equipment. This would take buses off a short distance on Johnson and about 1/2 mile on Kraft. Nick Unger said around 150 cars would exit onto Johnson Street from the de­ velopment. with an impact on village property and streets. He said this and bus traffic has not been assessed in a direct way. and asked for a traffic study which would. Despite claims by Szpeinski that a traffic study was done projecting ahead to the present time, the study had been done four years ago. the development was planned to have a different configuration, and had not then included the plan for school buses to move through the development several times a day. The study projected that public streets could handle the ex­ tra traffic from the develop­ ment. Township Board mem­ bers discussed problems generated from giving con­ ditional approvals with pending documentation. Once approved, it is not cer­ tain anyone follows through on every issue or that the re­ quirements are all met. Robertson believed all documentation and prob­ lems should be resolved be­ fore approval is given. He said the planning commis­ sion should not leave any pending issues He is not sure the drainage issue for Scotsmoor is solved, and the township will ultimately be responsible. If that is to be the case, the township needs to know in advance. He said there is more run­ off from development, and until specific responsibility for drainage issues was slated on paper he could not support approving the rezon­ ing. Stauffer also thought more should be done by the Planning Commission be­ fore a request comes to the board, his reason to refer it back to them. Story hour planned at TK Thursday Story teller Francey Tobin returns on Thursday. May 23 at 7 p.m. She will help young readers go “Buggy for Books." Story hours last about half an hour and begin at 7 p.m. at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary located inside the TK High School. Each evening includes stories, songs and a craft. The summer reading club at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will help students “Dive into books.” One of the really fun ways older students can par- Benefit tractor pull planned in Freeport Saturday ticipate is by becoming a “Summer Hero” at the li­ brary. This program is open to all TK students who are 11 years or older. Students will get to help the the summer reading club, assist with pro­ grams and even help library staff. This is an excellent way for students to see how a li­ brary works and may even help with future research pa­ pers. Applications can be filled out at the library. The dead­ line to apply for being a “Li­ brary Hero” is May 31. An orientation meeting will be held Thursday. June 6. at 6:30 p.m. Michigan Week materials will be available this week for students to pick up. There is a display of Michi­ gan related material at the li­ brary as well. The library will be open its summer hours beginning May 28. Beginning on Friday. June 7, through Labor Day the library will be closed on Fridays. A calendar of summer li­ brary events is included in the most recent edition of The Key. For more information about the Thornapple Kel­ logg School and Communitv Library , call 795-5434. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! 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Gold Conference meet last • 1600-meter run — Mike week, cleared 13 feet, 3 inches to claim regional ti­ Stortz. Middleville, fifth. tle. Teammate Tyler 4:39.6. • 400 relay — Caledonia Gamelin was fourth at 11-9. Brooks came up big (Steve Marion. Kyle Klyn. Nate VanEnk. Patrick against a star-studded field O’Connor), fourth. 45.1. of quarlcr-milers in Justin • 300 hurdles — Jim Ha­ Stuive and Nick Wysocki of Wayland and Holland Chris­ isma, Caledonia, fourth, 41.5. tian’s Ncarl Karsten, but • 800 — Pat Jansens. checked in with a blistering Middleville, sixth. 2:03.3. 49.3-second performance to • 1600 relay — Caledonia cross the finish line first. Middleville’s Melissa (Braydon Dahlberg. Ryan Fitzsimmons, Jon Hekman Quisenberry took first place in the 1600-meter run with a and Pat O’Connor), fourth, time of 5:24.9, was second 3:32.9. Adding points in the girls’ in the 3200 in 11:42.8 and ran a leg in the third place regional meet were: • Pole vault — Greta Gus­ 3200-meter relay team with Natalie Hoag, Jessica Stortz tafson of Middleville, tied and Elise Nyland. with a for sixth, 7-9. • 3200 relay — Caledonia time of 10:10.4. Fighting Scot Angie (Megan Jaques, Katie Ryan. Maxey broke her own Emily Pctz, Sarah Krips), school record in the pole third. 10:45.2. • 100-mcter hurdles — vault by clearing 10-6 1/2, good for second place and Erin Mitteer. Caledonia, third. 16.1; Angie Maxey. only two and a half inches away from the individual re­ Caledonia, sixth. 17.0. • 800 relay — Caledonia gional championship. The Scots’ 1600-meter re­ (Tiffany Radaz. Shannon lay team of Julie Slot, Pleva. Samantha Pleva. Erin Samantha Pleva, Shannon Mitteer). sixth. 1:52.5. • 800 Rebecca Bus­ Pleva and Becca Busficld also qualified for the state field. Caledonia, fifth. meet with a time of 4:14.5, 2:27.0. 200 — Shannon Pleva, good for fifth place. Others scoring points in Caledonia, third, 27.1. • 1600 relay — Mid­ the boys’ meet were: • Shot put — James An­ dleville, sixth. 4:17.9. The top two finishers in derson, Caledonia, fourth. 48-9 1/2 (one half inch away each event qualified for the from state qualifying dis­ individual state meet June 1, as did others who met a cer­ tance). • Long jump — Adam tain specified distance, Chamberlain of Middleville, height or time. third, 19-7; and Justin VanScot track 2nd, 3rd Spronsen, Middleville, sixth, at O-K Gold Meet 19-3 1/2. The Caledonia varsity • High jump — Jordan Hartley, Middleville, sec­ track teams placed second ond, 6-2; Joel DeBlaay, and third in the O-K Gold Caledonia, fourth. 6-2; Conference Meet at Kenowa Justin VanSpronsen, sixth. Hills on May 14. The boys’ team finished 5-10. Caledonia’s Seth Temple was the regional cham­ pion in the pole vault with a vault of 13 feet. 3 inches. second in an extremely (fourth), ( the 800 relay team hard-fought and exciting of , Aaron Rohr. Klyn. Va­ meet. Wayland (103 points) nEnk and O'Connor (fifth) edged out the Scots (99) by and Dale Foote in the 200 four points for first. Both (sixth). teams beat out Cedar The Caledonia girls took Springs (96.2), which had third place in the conference been in first place after go­ meet. South Christian ran ing undefeated in Gold duals away from the pack with this season. 155 points for first, followed South Christian (87.3), by Kenowa Hills (65), Cale­ Sparta (54.1), Wyoming donia (60), Wyoming Park Park (42.1), Kenowa Hills (53), Unity Christian (50), (26), Hastings (12.1) and Cedar Springs (47), Sparta Unity Christian (7.1) (41), and Wayland and Hast­ rounded out the results. ings (tied at 28). Tim Ross won three indi­ Angie Maxey won the vidual events: The 800 in pole vault with a new school 2:00.3, the 1600 in 4:26.0 record of 10 feet, 2 inches (a and the 3200 in 9:36.2. Ross record she would then shat­ also teamed with Ryan Fitz­ ter at regionals with a sec­ simmons. Patrick Spitzley ond-place vault of 10-6 1/2). and Jon Hekman to win the Maxey also tied for third in 3200 relay in 8:15.7. the high jump (5-0). Jim Haisma was the other Julie Slot was fifth in the conference champ for the high jump at 4-10. Tiffany Scots, winning the 300 hur­ Radaz placed fourth in the dles in 41.5. shot put with a throw of 33Second-place medals 3/4. went to Jeff DeBlaay in the Erin Mitteer was second high jump, Seth Temple in in the 100 hurdles (15.9) and the pole vault, and the 400 fourth in the 300 hurdles relay team of Steve Marion, • (50.7). Becca Busfield took Kyle Klyn, Nate VanEnk second in the 800 (2:27.9), and Pat O’Connor. and Katie Ryan was sixth in Winning third-place med­ both the 1600 (5:54.0) and als were Joel DeBlaay in the the 3200(12:36.5). high jump, James Anderson The 3200 relay (Megan in the shot put, and the 1600 Jacques, Sara Krips, Ryan, relay team of Braydon Dahl­ Busfield) placed third in berg, Hekman, Fitzsimmons 10:43.0, the 800 relay (Ra­ and O'Connor. daz, Samantha Pleva, Shan­ Other medallists were non Pleva, Mitteer) was Fitzsimmons in the 400 third in 1:53.0, the 400 relay (Radaz. Kady Dingman, Sh. Pleva, Mitteer) was sixth in 54.8, and the 1600 relay (Slot, Sa. Pleva, Sh. Pleva, Busfield) was fourth in 4:22.2. Venture Van1 Middleville's Melissa Quisenberry takes the baton from teammate Elise Nyland and begins her leg on the 3200-meter relay team in the Division II regional meet Friday afternoon at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids. TK track 1st, 3rd at O-K Blue Meet The Middleville girls’ track team placed third in the O-K Blue Conference Meet at Wyoming Rogers on May 10. Coopersville blew away the field with 172 1/3 points. Hamilton came in second with 82, followed by Mid­ dleville (77). Rogers (63), Calvin Christian (44). Beld­ ing (39 1/3), Byron Center (38 1/3) and Godwin Heights (11). The Trojans were strong in the distances, with the core of their state-champion cross-country team coming through. Senior Melissa Quisenberry cruised to con­ ference titles in both the 1600 (5:23.60) and 3200 (11:44.30). Christine Dood placed second in the 3200 (12:20.70) and Kelli Zoet placed sixth (13:05.20). Dood (5:45.80), Elise Ny­ land (5:47.90) and Natalie Hoag (5:48.80) took third, fourth and fifth in the 1600. Nyland was also fourth in the 800 (2:29.40). In field events, Victoria Stanton was fifth in the high jump (4-8) and Greta Gus­ tafson tied for third in the pole vault (8-1). Theresa Miller (17.30) and Sarah Jansens (17.80) finished fourth and sixth in the MX) hurdles. Stanton was fifth in the 300 hurdles in 50.60. Aubrey Raymond placed sixth in both the 100(13.70) and 200 (29.20), and Jessica Stortz took fifth in the 400 (1:02.2). The 3200 relay (Hoag, Nyland. Qu i sen berry, Stortz) was second in 10:07.00, the 1600 relay (Gustafson, Rachel Norton, Nyland, Stortz) was third in 4:20.00, and the 8(M) relay (Angela Blood, Whitney Robertson, Gustafson, Nor­ ton) placed sixth in 1:56.20. The Trojan boys won the conference meet. No other details were made available. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Outstanding Athletes Amq, ^0 /VOW! Front and rear A/C, power side door, power drivers seat, V-6. CD & cassette, keyless, aluminium wheels. ffhe Summertime ffuntime Vehicle Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS • 616-945-2425 1^0^235 2425 www Mtol com Caledonia High School Golf Thomoppie-Ketogg Hgh School (Mddteviie) Tract -RAM The junior fired an 80 to win the O-K Gold Conference Meet by seven strokes at the L.E. Kaufman Golf Course on May 14. The sophomore speed­ ster ran the 400 meters in 49.30 to win the event at the Division 2 regional meet at Houseman Field on May 17. AlNefes at the Week Presented by: JB HARRISON Insurance Agency, Inc. & Insurance Company 6090 Alden Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 or 800-217-0712 ""w» w n rr "H" '* a* �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 21. 2002/Page 23 Scot softball notches sixth win of season Caledonia’s varsity softball team braved the cold to w*n sixth game of the season Saturday at the Lake- Caledonia JV tennis splits with Lowell The Caledonia JV tennis team lost to Lowell 5-3 on May 7. Lowell had several players from its varsity squad playing in the match, and many of the Scots played their best match of the year. Winning for Caledonia were Todd Kortcnhovcn at 2 singles (2-6. 6-1.9-7). Mike West at 4 singles (6-1, 7-5), and Ben Cramer and Tom Blanchard at 1 doubles (7-6 (5), 6-7 (6), 7-4). Two other matches went into third sets, which were tiebreakers. The JV Scots beat Mid­ dleville 5-3 and Lowell 6-2 on May 3 for their first team wins of the year. Winners against Mid­ dleville were Nathan Stauf­ fer. Mike Troost. Dale Hocflinger/Chris West. Min Soo Kim/Ryan Workman, and Rich Tourtellotte/Dan At­ kinson. All three losses went to a third set. Winners against Lowell were Stauffer. Dan Lafontse. Troost. Hoeflinger/West. Kim/Workman. and TourteL lotte/Atkinson. Both losses again went to a third set. Standards, from page 17------residential area, and would not be asphalted. Resident Tom Apol said there had been water run-off noted in the past. Wanzcr said he was aware of previous run-off problems created by imper­ vious surfaces. Water flows toward a planned detention pond, and from there toward the "Kaiser Drain." Commissioners asked him Io consider tabling the re­ quest until the next business meeting, and he agreed. The commissioners will seek le- Can 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION ads. gal counsel on the precident setting issues of approval of the expansion. In other business, a re­ quest for commercial project to be built in the Highway Commercial district came to the commissioners. The pre­ liminary site plan review was for a location at the south west corner of Broadm<M>r and 68th Street. The lighting plan did not appear to meet the specifica­ tions in the ordinance. Other things also did not seem to conform to the ordinance, and conditional approval was given based all aspects of the ordinance being met for final approval at another date. The applicant, Louie Cares of P & L Company, was asked to go over those details with Township Plan­ ner Dave Zylstra. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 wood Softball Tournament in Lake Odessa The Lady Scots opened the day with two losses. 145 to Lakewood and 11-0 to Belding. “In the first game, we played at 8:30 in the morn­ ing and the temp was around 36 degrees, with a wind­ chill around 30. We just couldn't get warned up to play in those conditions.” Caledonia coach Tom Kaechele said. “Lakewood is a veteran team and has played a lot of ball. They took advantage of our inex­ perience and mental mis­ takes.” Lakewood scored nine runs in the first inning, and the Scots couldn't recover. “We get to play them again this Tuesday (tonight) in a doubleheader and 1 think we will be ready to compete with them better.” Kaechele said. In the second game, things were no easier, as Belding pitching held Cale­ donia to just two hits and struck out 11 batters. “We committed five er­ rors and that really put us in a hole,” Kaechele said. “Lauren Hanna pitched her first varsity game coming up from the JV team and did a great job. We just didn't help her defensively or offen­ sively.” In the third game. Caledo­ nia bounced back to beat Cedar Springs for the sec­ ond time in less than a week. 7-5. Hanna pitched again and got the win, giving up five hits and no walks with four strikeouts. “We had two hours be­ tween the second and third games and I told the girls to forget about the first two, come out and play hard and stay focused in the third,” Kaechele said. “Lauren (Hanna) is just a freshman and she came up and really helped our team this week­ end. She is going to be someone to watch the next three years.” Defensively. Caledonia got great play from Mary Sandtveit at shortstop and Courtney Powell, who made a running catch up the alley in left center. "That catch was the turn- JEJOML Quick Lube 2000 would like to introduce Kendall Tolaw Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! S3.OO Off OIL CHANGE & LUBE Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 14 years experience in mechanical parts. Caledonia’s Cristen Adams. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ing point in the game for us,” Coach Kaechele said. “It stopped a Cedar Springs rally and helped us put the game away.” Julie Wicks played an outstanding game at third base with five assists and one unassisted putout. Caledonia closes out there season this week with games against Lakewood on Tues­ day and travel to Wyoming Park on Wednesday. Caledonia (6-20) hosts a doubleheader against Lake­ wood today at 4 p.m. The Lady Scots close out the regular season at Wyoming Park on Wednesday. The district softball playoffs be­ gin next Tuesday, May 28. Caledonia 18, Cedar Springs 15 The Scots topped the Redhawks in a wild slugfest on May 15. Cedar built an 8-1 lead until Caledonia finally got the bats going in the fourth and fifth innings to tie it up. Mary Sandtveit had three RBIs in the fifth, and a key base hit by Courtney Powell brought home the tying run. Cedar scored two more runs in the top of the sixth, but the Scots exploded for 10 runs in the bottom of the inning. Brianna Hormel drove in a run with a double and Amanda Martin hit a two-run homer over the fence in left center field. Caledonia batted around the lineup and Martin drove in two more runs with a hard shot down the first-base line. “Our kids never gave up. and to come back in this game was so big for this team and our program.” Coach Kaechele said. Mary Sandtveit picked up her fourth win of the season on the mound for the Scots. Hastings 10. Caledonia 5 Caledonia lost to visiting Hastings on May 13. “Errors and a lack of of­ fense early in the game gave Hastings a big lead and we just couldn’t mount a come­ PAWS ‘N’ CLAWS Bill Ringlever Professional Pet Stylist 106 HIGH ST. Middleville. Ml 49333 (616) 795-4664 M,D0LEV,LLE '>>, : Open 6 Days a Week East Town Homes June 6th and 7th - 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. v4n//June 8th - 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Stop in and see your new town home plus grab a snack: free punch and cookies. Starting at $93,900 2 bedroom Dining area 1 bath Deck Living room No outside maintenance • Kitchen with snack bar • Walk-out basement with patio St. Middleville east to Irvtng Rd, south to East Town, Odl Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 or Apex Realty 616-583-5000 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) ■■■■■■■ 795-3550 on site at back.” Coach Kaechele said. “Hastings pitcher Abby Allerding pitched a great game, keeping us off-bal­ ance with her change-up "We need to learn to be patient and disciplined at the plate.” Caledonia did mount something of a comeback in the bottom of the seventh in­ ning. scoring four runs. Danielle Romeyn hit a dou­ ble to drive in two runs and Shelby King hit a triple to score two more. Julie Wicks hit a triple early in the game and scored Caledonia's first run on a base hit by Mary Sandtveit. Sandtveit look the loss for the Scots, striking out five and walking two. “Mary had another good game on the mound.” Kaechele said “Our defense didn’t play as well to back her up tonight and that was the difference in the ball game.” 17^-27^0^ sem/v pace REALTY GROUP, L.L.C. �Page 24/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/May 21. 2002 Caledonia’s Soderman retiring from coaching by David T. Young Editor After 43 years of coach­ ing young men and women. Caledonia’s greatest athletic legend on the sidelines has decided to call it quits. John Soderman an­ nounced last Tuesday night at the O-K Gold Conference track meet that he will retire after the current track season is concluded in another cou­ ple of weeks. “It's time, there's no other reason,” Soderman said when asked why last week­ end. “Some people think it's because we’re graduating a lot of good senior athletes, but on that basis I should have retired in 1963 when J was at St. Ignacc." He leaves of legacy of ex­ cellence few can match, par­ ticularly in track and cross country. Soderman is known statewide for holding the state record for the most consecutive dual meet victo­ ries in track, 108. which spanned nearly a decade during most of the 1980s. It came to an end in 1989 against Hudsonville. His track dual meet re­ cord for all those years is 324-41-1. Besides that state record 108 consecutive dual meet victories, Soderman said he is most proud of winning a state championship in cross country in 1996 and finish­ ing first once and second twice in the state team track championship. But even those accom­ plishments don't measure up to his greatest satisfaction — taking marginal athletes and marginal young people and watching them grow into mature young men and women. “It’s great to watch young non-winning athletes be­ come winners as people,"’ he said. “And it’s a lot of fun to sec freshmen improve and grow as they become sen­ iors.” Soderman graduated from the University of Michigan in 1959 and began his coaching career at St. Ignace High School. He was hired at Caledonia in 1964. where TK golfers tie for 2nd, 2 named All-O-K Blue The Middleville Thornappk-Kellogg varsity girls’ golf team finished second in the O-K Blue after a secondplace finish in the confer­ ence tournament at Saska­ toon, TK went 9-5 in duals and stood third in the league heading into the meet, where their 18-hole team score of 433 trailed only undefeated league champ Hamilton. The Trojans share second place in the standings with he came on board to teach physical education and coach football and track. He gave up football after the 1974 season and took up cross country, a move he doesn't regret, despite the fact he has the winningest record in Caledonia football history, at 56-26-6. “I love cross country.’’ he said. “I feel there’s a lot more team concept to it than what people give credit. You really count heavily on your fifth best runner, who can decide a lot of meets for you.” What followed was a number of league champion­ ships. trips to state meets, al I-state harriers and a state title in 1996. In his last year, he coached Caledonia's most successful runner. Tim Ross, who not only was a state champion, but also fifth in the national high school meet and will run for the University of Missouri next fall. room community that looks to Grand Rapids. He was athletic director for a time and then retired from teaching in 1996, stay­ ing on only to coach. Despite all of bis suc­ cesses in the‘arena of ath­ letic competition. Soderman does has a few regrets. “I haven't been able to take the I' out of team. ” he said. “I’ve worked my whole career to stress team’ over the years, but somehow the *1* has snuck in there. “In track and cross coun­ try. I'd rather win a dual meet during the week than a Saturday meet because it’s more of a team thing.” However, overall. Soder­ John Soderman man is well satisfied with Soderman said Caledonia what he has done in working A lot has changed since Soderman arrived here 38 has suffered for a long time with young people. His part­ from a lack of community. ing message to parents: years ago. “I’d like to tell all of the “When I came to Caledo­ He said other places like nia, I was told by the super­ Middleville and Hastings parents in the Caledonia intendent that this school have an identifiable small school district just how district would be Class A in town pride, but Caledonia, much I’ve enjoyed working five years,” he mused. “It particularly in the last 20 with their sons and daugh­ years, has become a bed­ ters.” still hasn’t happened.” Caledonia golfers 2nd in league Calvin Christian. individually, senior Wendy Mickclwait shot a 96 to place second overall. Sen­ ior Kristen Weaver’s 107 was good for eighth place. Junior Tiffany Forbes shot a 110, freshman Lind­ sey Vandenberg shot a 120. freshman Lindsey McKee had a 126 and junior Mea­ gan McKee had a 141. Mickclwait and Weaver were both voted to the OKBlue All-Conference team. HASTINGS DETAIL SHOP PROFESSIONAL CAR CLEANING Remove fine scratches, oxidation and restore gloss Safe for c/ear coat finisties $10.00 DISCOUNT ON COMPLETE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DETAILING Washing, Waxing. Buffing with surface cleaner and polymer sealant. Vacuuming or complete interior cleaning. Motor cleaning or combination special PICKUP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE IN LOCAL AREA WT* ~ 1510 STAR SCHOOL RD. ™ Stare St 616-945-5607 Caledonia’s Amy Jo Leatherman. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Caledonia varsity four strokes behind league girls’ golf team finished sec­ champ South Christian. Amy Jo Leatherman fired ond in the O-K Gold after a second-place finish in the a great round of 80 to win medallist honors by seven conference tournament at L.E. Kaufman on May 14. strokes. Lauri Leatherman The Scots’ 18-hole team was fifth with an 89. Kelli score of 357 was a scant Leatherman seventh at 93 and Katie Leatherman ninth at 95. The Lady Scots golfed in a state regional tournament yesterday at The Moors in “uue meet by accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey______ TK sports physicals available Thursday Sports physicals will be available this Thursday, May 23 to all MiddlevilleTK athletes planning to play sports in the 2002-03 school year. The physicals cost $10 and will be held in the high school gym. Girls’ physicals run from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m., and boys’ physicals run from 8 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Athletes must bring a physical form signed by a parent to participate. Forms are available in the high school and middle school offices. Caledonia’s Lauri Leatherman. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Portage, but the paper went pretty tough course," Wag­ to press before play was ner said. “We had a chance completed. to walk it, but we haven’t The top three teams at the played it before. If we shoot regional will advance to the a (team score of) 350, we Division 2 state meet May should move on. A 360 31 and June 1 at Forest Ak­ might be good enough, but ers East on MSU’s campus. you start taking chances Caledonia was second in the with a score like that.” state last year in Division 3. Caledonia 166, TK 228 Caledonia coach Gus Lauri Leatherman shot a Wagner was practical about one-undcr-par 37 to lead the his team’s chances at re- Scots to victory on May 15 gionals. at Broadmcxir, boosting their “(The Moors) looks like a season record to 10-2. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantabte gift information, ptease write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 21, 2002/Page 25 Scot soccer advances to conference finals Scots, netting her 21st goal of the season and sending the team’s energy level skyhigh. Stefanie Maxim added a second-half tally with a great shot to put the game away. Keeper Josephine Obi inger had an amazing game and made many crucial saves, preserving her 11th shutout of the season. The JV previously thumped Sparta 9-0. The Scots got the chance to move some players around and try some new Caledonia’s Brooke Hendry (14). (Photo by Perry Hardin) things, and the team didn't miss a beat. Buckner and Maxim each scored hat tricks. Theresa Olson. Josephine Oblinger and Sarah Phillips rounded out the scoring, and Jessica Deidnch (two). Me­ gan Sandtveit (two). Buck­ ner (two), Phillips. Olson and Katie Donohue had as­ sists. Brooke Ziesemer and Sandtveit played goalie in the second half, freeing up Oblinger for her first score of the season. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! JV Report 0. The Caledonia JV girls’ Within the first minute of soccer team used a quick the game, Rachel Buckner dribbled past South’s de­ The top two varsity soc­ the second half when Mi­ start to hand South Christian fense and scored for the cer teams in the O-K Gold chelle Meyer scored unas­ its first loss of the season, 2stayed true to form in the sisted. Caledonia stepped it up conference tournament, and second-seed Caledonia will and answered 20 minutes get another crack at top-seed later. Dcanne Warner, re­ Unity Christian in the tour­ cently called up to the var­ ney championship on sity. found Kelley Jackson, and Caledonia’s Senior Ath­ Wednesday at Unity. The state-ranked Crusad­ lete of the Year found the ers were the only team to net to tic it at 1-1. Eight minutes later. Jackbeat Caledonia in the Gold Servicing Ml this year, handing the I^ady son scored the game-winner Scots a 4-0 defeat on May 9. off a corner kick. Cooley Brands for 29 had four more saves to seal The Scots (II 5) >>! Years vanced to Wednesday’s final the win. “Kelley Jackson played with a gritty 2-1 comeback win over a peaking South outstanding in the midfield,” Christian squad at Caledonia Caledonia coach Kate Selke said. “Deanne Warner was a on May 16. South out-shot the Scots great addition to the team. “Erin Peacy was versatile 3-1 in the first half, but keeper Hannah Cooley and aggressive, and Carlie stopped all three and the Sanxter played flawless at game remained scoreless at sweeper. The entire team played hard and never let the break. South seized the momen­ down.” C aledonia 5, Sparta 0 tum only four minutes into The Scots took a 2-0 lead PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: in the first half and went on All real estate adveniung in this news to blank the Spartans in a paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act first-round Gold Tourna­ which collectively make it illegal to ment game on May 14. advertise “any preference, umitadon or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ Kelley Jackson. Brooke gion. tea. handicap, familial status, Hendry (from Erin Peacy), national origin, age or martial status, or This term is used to describe the amount of an intention, to make any such prefer­ Ashley Frazier (two, one ence. limitation or discrimination " calcium and magnesium in your water. It is from Erin Durkee) and Familial status im. lodes children under the major cause of scale buildup, which can the age of 18 living with parents or legal Stacy Jenema scored for custodians pregnant women and people damage water-using appliances. securing custody of children under 18 Caledonia. Hannah Cooley This newspaper will not knowingly had four saves for the shut­ accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the taw Our out. readers arc hereto informed that ail Caledonia's domination These dissolved minerals make your water taste dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity showed up on the stat sheet and smell bad and they leave ugly rust basis To report discrimination call (be as well as on the scoreboard. Fair Housing C enter at 616X51 2980 stains everywhere, The HllO toll free telephone number The Scots wound up with a for the hearing impaired is l-*» W»21-4 shot advantage and earned eight comerkicks to — COUPON — none for Sparta. Caledonia s Carlie Sanxter (15) uses her head to redirect a volley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Reach over 11,000 area homes YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE Water Softeners, Iron & Odor Filters, Purified Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness • Iron, Sulfur & Manganese Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Visit Our WATER CONDITIONING -SHOWROOM / STORE HOURS— Mcooay Fnoay 8.30 am-6 pin, Saturday 830 am-2 pm 9980 Cherry Valley, Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 �Page 26/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 21, 2002 TKMS track squad goes undefeated The Middleville Thomapple-Kellogg Middle School girls’ track team capped off an undefeated season with a win over Caledonia. The Trojans set three new school records and tied an­ other. Rebecca Winchester, a seventh-grader, had an ex­ cellent season. She was a strong competitor in the dis­ tance events and relays. At Caledonia, she won the two-, mile with a time of 12:47. easily beating her old school record. Chaney Robinson, an eighth-grader, worked hard all season to beat the mile school record and accom­ plished this task at Caledo­ nia with a time of 5:53.2. Erica Pcschel, also in the eighth grade, improved all season in the shot put. With a toss of 33-1 1/2, she crushed the old school re­ cord and her previous best. Eighth-grader Bethany Kitzrow tied the pole vault record at 6-6. She has worked hard in the middle distances and pole vault all season. Jessica Flaska came very close to breaking the school record in the 55-mctcr hur­ dles. Elaska had a terrific season in the sprints and long jump and finished the season undefeated in the 200. Several girls set new per­ sonal records, including: Kelley Brown and Cassan­ The 1600 relay team im­ Chaney Robinson ran the in the two mile. Chaney dra Hall in the 55m hurdles: Robinson and Jane Kenni­ proved its best time by Maria Aubil, Jane Kennicott mile in 5:54.5. Samantha seven seconds and finished cott set personal records in and Rachel Harris in the 70 Reeder. Bethany Kitzrow. the mile, as did Emily Ny­ first. m dash: Samantha Reeder in Rebecca Winchester and TKMS 1st at Delton land and Ashley Van­ shot put: and Sarah Garrett, Robinson joined forces to The TKMS girls won the derMeer in the half mile. Jill Funk, Jessica Johnson run their best mile relay ever In the sprints. Bethany 13-team Delton-Kellogg In­ and Katy Hauschild in the in 4:36.7. just missing the school record of 4:36.2. The Kitzrow and Kersta Gustof­ vitational on April 27 with 400 relay. son set PRs in the 400. as 159.3 points. The entire team had a 800 and 400 relay teams The Trojans finished first great season not only in their also ran their fastest times of did Jessica Flaska (55 hur­ dles), Katy Hauschild (100 in eight events and second in athletic performances, but the season. seven. Rebecca Winchester In the field events. Kersta and 70 dashes), and Kate also in their display of good won the two-mile in 13:01. Gustofson once again tied Wilson (200). sportsmanship. the school record in pole TKMS 82. vault, while Erica Peschel Coopersv ilk 52 It was a strong day for the threw 31-10 in the shot put TKMS sprinters, as eight for first place. TKMS 78.5. girls set personal records in Hamilton 54.5 the 100 dash and five set Hamilton gave the TKMS personal bests in the 70 in a The Middleville Thomapgirls a tough meet on April win over Coopersville. New PRs in the 100: Katy 29. but the Trojans' per­ ple-Kellogg varsity girls’ soccer team wrapped up a Hauschild. Sarah Garrett. formances in the field events successful league campaign Katrina Field. Anna Enslen. proved to be the difference. with a 4-1 record. Erica Peschel (31-0) and Amber Entrican, Xieanne The Lady Trojans’ only Koehl, Colleen Fox and Mi­ Samantha Reeder (29-0) blemish in the O-K Blue took first and second in the chell London. regular season came from a New PRs in the 70: Field. shot put. In the high jump. 2-0 defeat against a strong Enslen, Heather Hawkins, Rebekah Raymond won Cassandra Hall and Tasha with a leap of 4-4, and Calvin Christian squad. TK Chaney Robinson tied for notched wins over Godwin Watkins. (3-0). Byron Center (4-0), In the middle distances, third at 4-2. Jessica Flaska went 15-3 Coopersville (8-2) and Emily Nyland and Ashley VanderMeer both improved in the long jump to place Rogers (3-0). Middleville (9-5-1 over­ their times in the 80. Kersta first and Jessica Johnson Gustofson was close to the placed third at 13-10. In the all) finished second in the school record with a new PR pole vault. Kersta Gustofson Blue and holds the No. 2 tied the school record and seed in the conference tour­ of 1:06 in the 400. TK’s Ande Bouma (24). Gustofson and Jill Funk won the event with a vault nament. The Trojans hope to (Photo by Perry Hardin) advance to a championship of 6-6. both ran strong races in the Many girls had their per­ rematch against Calvin on 200 hurdles to place first and second, in the 200 dash. sonal-best times in their run­ Wednesday. Strong senior leadership Jessica Flaska placed first ning events. In the distance and Kate Wilson set her new events. Rebecca Winchester has powered the Trojans this season, with the offensive broke her own school record PR strength provided by Mi­ chelle May (17 goals), Laura Van Ryn (10 goals), Becky Middleville ThornappleWarner (two goals), and Ra­ Kellogg senior Brian Yeazel chel Holwerda and Lindsey is still garnering awards DeLille (one goal each). from the 2001-02 basketball The defense is also expe­ campaign. rienced and has been solid, The Basketball Coaches led by Ande Bouma, Shauna Association of Michigan re­ Brice, Shanna Sanderson cently named Yeazel the top and Angela Wilkins, allow­ three-point shooter in the ing an average of only 1.12 state. The Trojan sharp­ goaLs-per-game and earning shooter nailed 29 of 56 six shutouts. three-point attempts last sea­ son (52 percent). The Automotive coaches compared players in 1997 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER the state with a minimum of LTD: dark bronze tan leath­ 50 attempts. er, loaded, 95K miles, asking Yeazel was an honorable $16,900. 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Paul Learning Center that would Henry Freeway) and resi­ be available for alternative dential growth in the Thor­ education students and napple Township area will neighborhood children on lead to a large bubble in the weekends and after school. school population. Parking and traffic pat­ At the elementary level, terns are an important part classrooms are needed, as is of the decisions up for dis­ reorganization of offices, cussion. What is the best parking and bus turn­ way to control traffic flow arounds. for buses, parent dropoffs Renovations of the locker and staff parking? Several and restroom areas by the designs were suggested and pool were discussed, as were the architects will be look­ several ways to add class­ ing closely at the situation at rooms at the middle school. Page to see what can be Much of the discussion done to improve traffic pat­ focused on the basketball terns. courts adjacent to McFall and where they should be established if they are re­ Architects Tom Mathi­ moved from that spot. There son and Steve Hoekzema was concern about the lan­ point out the location of guage used by some older computer labs at the high students on the courts while the elementary school is still school Former Wayland High School girls’ basketball standout Angie Farmer has been hired as head varsity girls’ basketball coach for Caledonia High School. The Caledonia Board of page letter into the record, mously to deny the use vari­ Education approved her se­ citing reasons why the asso­ ance. Reasons cited for the lection at its meeting last ciation is against the use denial were that the property Tuesday night. variance. These included can be used for either agri­ Farmer is perhaps best concerns about meeting culture or development known as an all-state per­ standards, proximity to other within its current zoning. former for perennial O-K The problem is not par­ Gold Conference Wayland nearby manufactured hous­ ing developments and the ticular to this piece of prop­ who started in all four of her impact of development on erty. The granting of a use years in high school. She variance would alter the es­ spearheaded legendary Duncan Lake. For about a half hour resi­ sential character of the dis­ coach Zack Moushegian’s dents spoke against the use trict as perceived by those Wildcats to several district variance. Topics of concern who spoke during the public and regional championships. included traffic volume, run­ hearing. The fourth reason After graduating from off. the fact that the land can for denial is the hardship be­ Wayland, she attended be developed and the loss of ing self inflicted since the Bowling Green State Uni­ company officials knew of versity, where she was the rural atmosphere. the zoning classification of starting point guard and set a After the public hearing, the board voted unani­ the property before they record for hitting three-point sought the option to buy. shots. Farmer has been known for taking a serious ap­ proach to the game of bas­ ketball. She replaces John Meerman, who resigned at the end of the girls’ season last fall. Her younger brother, by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Board of Educa­ tion last Tuesday evening heard from administrators, teachers and the public on the proposed plans for fur­ ther development of the school district. Board members say they are excited about the possi­ bility that residents will not have to pay additional taxes if the bond issue is seen as an extension of the current issue. Architects from Tower, Pinkster and Titus discussed why projections can only go for five years into the future. This is a requirement of the State of Michigan. While in Members of the construc­ tion team committee will bring suggestions to the board at the June 17 meet­ ing. A randomly selected group of residents will be surveyed on facility needs during the week of May 27. The construction committee and board will use the analy­ sis of these results as well as the planning process contin­ ues. Anyone interested in add­ ing to the discussion can send their ideas to the atten­ tion of the Board of Educa­ tion at the administration building. Ex-Wayland hoops star to coach Scots ZBA denies Landon Holdings request by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Landon Holdings’ plans for a 600-unit manufactured housing development on 153 acres at 108th Street arc on hold after denial of their re­ quest for a use variance at the Thornapple Township Zoning Board of Appeals meeting May 21. The company’s request for rczoning the property from agriculture residential to residential was denied last March by the Thornapple Township Planning Com­ mission and the recommen­ dation was upheld by the Township Board at its April meeting. Every seat was filled at the May 21 ZBA meeting. Jason Wagner spoke for the company in asking for the variance. He was challenged by several of the ZBA board members on how the denial of the rezoning caused a hardship. Attorney Ron Redick, representing the Duncan Lake Association, pointed out that this request for a use variance is just one step the people at Landon Holdings will have to take if they want to enter into litigation against the township. Redick entered an 11- Ryan, will be a senior at Wayland next fall. He plays football, basketball and baseball. In other personnel matters at last Tuesday’s school board meeting, the hiring of Brian “Buzz’’ Ixathcrman as the middle school principal surprised few. Leatherman has been the acting principal since the resignation of Prin­ cipal Craig Schmidt earlier this year. Tenure/probation status was approved for Paul Wan less (Emmons Lake Elemen­ tary - 2nd year probation) and Loic Yates (Kettle I^ke Elementary - tenure). Other changes in staffing for the district include hiring and Cindy Gless (dance coach). Leaves of absence were granted to Tammy Miller (Dutton teacher). Chantci Yonker (Dutton teacher) and a leave extended for Sally McCarthy (bus driver). Resignations were ac­ cepted from Andrew Hall (CHS band instructor), Pam- See new coach, page 20 In This Issue Man pleads guilty in drug relat­ ed death of teen Caledonia to require permits for home businesses Lincoln Meadows to celebrate 20th anniversary in Middleville Caledonia, 2 other schools to create swimming team A large crowd listened intently as they heard the Thomappie Township Board of Zoning appeals deny the Landon request for a use vanance �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/May 28. 2002 Newest TK retirees look forward to new activities by Patricia Johns 57a# Writer It has been a tradition over the years for schools in the Thornapple Kellogg School District to rotate the responsibility of organizing the annual retirement dinner. This year the staff at the high school had it easy when all the retirees decided to forego the formal farewell. At the administrative level. Superintendent Midge Pippel retires at the end of June. Assistant Superinten­ dent Sharon Kalcc also is re­ tiring at the end the school year. Both women say they arc excited about the oppor­ tunities to spend time with family and friends. Both arc looking forward to traveling as well Teachers retiring this year include third grade teacher Jan Muir, middle school physical education teacher Gio Sorensen and middle school music teacher Mary Weaver. A main stay of the main office staff. Shar Apsey is also retiring this year. Earlier this year, Judy Harrison, assistant secretary at McFall, bus driver Holly Steiner and high school cus­ todian Margie Lewis retired. Students who learned about the Magic School Bus or learned how to introduce themselves at the Christmas tea or even how to make bread or pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving had a teacher to remember in Muir. She started leaching in 1963 and taught first grade for five years. She was married and raised eight children before Jan Muir Glo Sorensen gas. Oklahoma. Maine and Colorado. Once she is re­ tired she plans to visit the cold states in the summer and the warm ones in the winter. Muir was selected this year as upper elementary teacher of the year for the Kent Intermediate School District for her innovative teaching style and concern that all children succeed. Sorensen plans to retire at the end of the acdemic year. She is a middle school physical education teacher and has been with TK for 26 years. “I really like students at the middle school age. It is great to see them mature and become more confi­ dent.” Sorensen worked on sev­ eral of the all-night events at the middle school. She also made sure that students in her physical education classes could explore life­ long fitness activities. Next spring will be a really sweet one for her, as she can help her family with their maple syrup business without having to go to school Mary Weaver retires this June after 32 1/2 years with TK. She teaches middle school vocal and general music. Her career began in 1969 as an elementary mu­ sic teacher. When budgets were tight for music, she became a home economics teacher at the middle school. In 1990 she returned to MS vocal music. For some students, gen­ eral music is the only music Shar Apsey returning to the classroom. For the past 15 years, she has taught in the TK system. She said, “My favorite part of the job is watching the growth that occurs from September to June and to sec the faces of the children light up when they under­ stand a concept.’* Her class­ room was always filled with hands-on activities and lots of books. Muir helped parents assist their children. Muir helped students discover both a love of serious scholarship and fun with research papers and playing pick-up soccer games with her students at recess. (Some students have really fond memories of field day water balloon fights at field day’s past.) She has lots of places to visit since her family lives in California, Texas. Las Ve­ L GREENHOUSE Michigan s most inspiring retail gardening experience. Jj 6900 N. M-37 Hwy. • Middleville, MI 49333 M-37 Hwy. • 2 miles south of Caledonia • Hours: M-E 9-8: Sat. 9-6; Closed Sun. 616-795-8811 Enjoy Our New Pond, The Children's Play Area And A Whole Great New Look We've Created. With over 6(H) Varieties of Perennials. Lots of Annuals. Herbs. Shrubs. Hanging Baskets. Proven Winners, <5 Mixed Container. Jackson & Perkins Roses, and a New •7 Y Line of Water Gardening Plants There's something for everyone! Advanced Master Gardener on Staff Be sure to visit J our new gift shop 4 The Garden House” filled with unique and underfill items for 1 your garden _ and home. . Now that it’s wanned up it’s not too late to & get your vegetables in! We’re Looking Forward to Seeing ymf comed visitors to the school district this year. She plans to retire in the next few months Sh<has really expe­ rienced 'the technology changes w the district first hand. She started in 1973 typing board policies part-time, eventually moved to fulltime after having more re­ sponsibilities added to the position. She has worked with five superintendents in 2000 she became assis­ tant to Sharon Kalcc. Assis­ tant Superintendent, which she said she enjoyed im­ mensely. Her favorite part of the job is the people she works with and the fact that no two days are alike, it's never boring. Mary Weaver She has enjoyed seeing class they will take in their her children and grandchil­ middle school or high dren attend schools in the school career. Students get a district. She is looking for­ taste of serious music, an in­ ward to spending more time troduction to the orchestra with the grandchildren and and even some really funny husband. She is busy plan­ ning some craft projects to songs. She said, “The best part work on as well. While the community of the job is seeing the ex­ citement in the faces of the didn't have a chance to at­ students after perform­ tend a retirement dinner this ances.” Her eighth grade year, these retirees already musicals were always per­ have received kudos and formed to a full house. She good-byes from their col­ always let students know leagues. While new people their hard work was all will be hired with energy and new ideas, these arc worth it. Plans for retirement in­ some who helped create the clude picking up some hob­ Thornapplc Kellogg schools bies that have taken a back of today and helped them burner, supporting her hus­ reach to the future. band, Rex, through football season and traveling. Apsey’s smiling face wel­ Space still available for 24-Hour Challenge June 15 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There is still time to regis­ ter for the National 24-Hour Challenge, a personal best cycling event which begins at the Thornapple-Kellogg High School Saturday, June 15. The route includes three loops, which cover most of Barry County. Riders have 24 hours to complete all three loops. All riders must complete Loop One, the 125 miles that cover the perimeter of the county. Those with energy then may challenge themselves with Loop Two, a 22-mile route with hills, which must be completed at least once before 6 p.m. before cyclists can attempt the six-mile night loop. The challenge ends at 8 a.m. Sunday, June 16. with only those loops completed counting in the mileage tally. This event includes 22 single bicycle classes for both men and women. There are three tandem classes for two-person teams of men, women or coeds. The recumbent classes arc for single and double cycles. In the family category, three or more family mem­ bers may combine mileage for the family award. Outdoor camping is avail­ able at TK High School, as well as indoor sleeping bag space. Shower and restroom facilities are available. A spaghetti dinner will be served from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Friday. June 14, for $5 pre­ paid or $6 at the door. Breakfast ($3 prepaid or $5 at the door) will be served from 6 to 8 a.m. Saturday. There is a limit of 550 riders and the deadline for entry is June 8. All riders must be 18 years of age or older. Riders must wear ANSI or Snell approved hel­ mets. Riders must also obey all Michigan traffic laws. Night time riding requires the use of a white headlamp and a red tail lamp. The entry form includes all the rules and award infor­ mation. Forms are available at the Middleville Village and Thornapple Township halls. Fees are $60 until May 30 and $80 after May 30. Cyclists can register on­ line at www.activc.com. Event information is avail­ able at 616-241-1969 or at www.N24HC.org. Volun­ teers can call the 616-2411969 or send e-mail to N24HC@toI.com. NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED O STAR WARS EPISODE 2: ATTACK OF THE CLONES (PG) »«4i tu.it ammi Mana* GIRL, Makayla Christine, bom at Metroplitan Hospital on April 5, 2002 at 9:07 a m. to Arnie Koncsol of Freeport. Weighing 5 lbs. 10 ozs. and 17 1/2 inches long. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St 1IO94JIHOJ S4S-9MOW M SO Kid> *how» S4.7S DAILY Matinee* t>l *t>™ > Senior* (S 00 Student* A Late Show* frl > Sat An UnoOetructad Yww SHOWTIMES SS27 - 5/30 O SPIRIT; STALLION OF THE CIMARRON (G) 11 00 12 55 3 00. 5 00, 7 10 8 55 10 15. 12 35. 1 05.3 25. 3 55 6 15. 6 45. 9 05. 9 35 O SPIDER-MAN (PG-13) 11 30. 2:00. 4 30, 7.00. 9 25 I 20ozDRINK �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/May 28. 2002/Page 3 Caledonia DECA attends international conference by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School Chapter of DECA, association of marketing for marketing students in high school and college, recently returned from the Interna­ tional Career Development Conference. Nine students out of the current 160 CHS members were eligible to at­ tend the conference and compete. DECA, which was started in 1946. originally stood for Distributive Education Clubs of America. Since then the needs of the student members have changed and along with those needs, the association has changed. DECA now is a single word to describe an association for students to learn about marketing, starting their own business, e-commerce and international business information. Class projects arc entered into competitions at the dis­ trict, stale and international levels. Students learn the fine art of networking and associating with business people. Career skills toward sports and entertainment marketing, travel and hospi­ tality business, fashion, re­ tail. advertising and restau­ rant trade, as well as other specialties arc learned through participation in DECA and the ensuing com­ petitions. The local CHS DECA chapter has been competing since January in district, state and international com­ petitions. In January. 102 students participated at the district level at Ferris State University, bringing home a total of 46 awards. Thirtytwo students went to the state level competition at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn last March. They were com­ peting against about 560 other students from the Michigan area. Nine CHS students qualified for the in­ ternational competition in April. Internationals found the nine students and CHS Mar­ keting instructor Tom Miller in Salt Lake City at the Grand America Hotel. The students competed in six ar­ eas: Elizabeth Stanley and Lexi Winslow. E-commerce; Jill Russell. Stacey Babcock and Chris West, chapter awards; Aaron Kleersnyder and Abe Mulvihill, travel and tourism: Tim Stouffer, merit awards, and Lindsay Stoetzel, apparel and acces­ sories, management level. The students were com­ peting against 12.000 mar­ keting students from such countries as Germany, Puerto Rico. Guam and Can­ ada. Stoetzel received a Cer­ tificate of Award for Com­ petency 70% or higher. In addition, the chapter awards team of Russell. Babcock and West placed second in their section. “Some of us down there take tests,” said Abe Mulvi­ rr i & CHS’s Chapter of the DECA includes: Front l-r, Elizabeth Stanley. Jill Russell. Aaron Kleersnyder. Stacey Babcock and Tim Stouffer. Back Abe Mulvihill. Lexi Winslow and Lindsay Stoetzel. Missing from picture is Chris West. same Native American dancers who performed at the Olympics. In addition, they had a member of ’he Jamaican bobsled team as one of their speakers. The DECA students said they think CHS mar­ keting instructor Tom Miller “is a great teacher.” hill. “"(We) all give presen­ tations to judges in our re­ spective fields.” The competitors were treated to a show by the Volunteer Heroes will help summer reading program The summer reading club at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will help students “Dive into books." One of the really fun ways older students can par­ ticipate is by becoming a “Summer Hero” at the li­ brary. This program is open to all TK students who are 11 years or older. Students will get to help the summer read­ ing club, assist with pro­ grams and even help library staff. This is an excellent way for students to see how a li­ brary works and may even help with future research pa­ pers. Applications can be filled out at the library. The dead­ line to apply for being a “Li­ brary Hero” is Friday, May 31. An orientation meeting will be held Thursday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m. The library will be open HAIRCUff 7x3 YOU* full sftfvtCf SALON (416)01-1272 W54 CNCttY VALLEY, CALEDONIA Mt 4V3U Salon, /zd t Ito Cdaee & 1 for summer hours beginning May 28. Beginning on Friday, June 7, through Labor Day the library will be closed on Fridays. For more information about the Thornapple Kel­ logg School and Community Library, call 795-5434. Middleville woman honored at MacMurray Teresa K. Venton of Middleville was among 95 MacMurray College stu­ dents receiving academic honors and leadership awards dunng the 2002 Honors Convocation at the college in Jacksonville, III. Venton received highest honors in general scholar­ ship as a member of the Class of 2004 with a 3.80 cumulative average or high­ er. She has a 4.0 average. The daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Middle­ ville. Venton is a sophomore majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray. a 155-ycar-okL career directed liberal arts college. She is a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. It wasn't all work and no play while at competition though. The chapter mem­ bers were able to take in a minor league baseball game with the Salt Lake Stingers, travel to Olympic Park. Park City Utah and the Fun Dome. 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Boncher is also familiar with the seniors’ hard work and devotion to dance. A demonstrated ability in the arts (among other cate­ gories) is one of the most important criterions for the academic award. Barber has by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia High School senior Brittany Barber has been selected as a Top 20 Detroit News outstanding high school graduate for 2002. Barber, daughter of Jerry and Chris Barber of Caledo­ nia. is also the graduating class salutatorian. proven her ability in the arts field in more ways than one. She is a teacher at Caledonia Studio and loves being on stage herself. “I get on stage and I feel like I'm home." she said. Other criteria, developed through consultation with the Michigan Department of Education, are grades, test scores, honors and commu­ art of school and community spirit. Her academic accom­ plishments include the State of Michigan Competitive Scholarship. Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Award and the Holton Scholarship from DePauw University. (For further details of Barber’s academic, social nity involvement. Barber is active in school, dance, community and church ac­ tivities. Her participation in such activities as the Na­ tional Honor Society, varsity competitive cheerleading, peer mentoring and tutoring, as well as a member of “Flutopia." a West Michigan­ based flute choir, has shown that she has cultivated the See CHS student, pg. 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A /.ti'ing Church - .Vnfr/g a Living Lord 9 30am 1O.4S a m. 6 00 p in I unity Night 6 SO p in Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise Wl DNI-SDAY 7240 68th St reel. SI- - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr /Irian / Harrison Youth Pastor Kevitt Miles C 0 M M Uk I 1 T C H » R C H a place to belong a place to become (non traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 JO 6 1100 a m Youth Ministry 891 0576 Meeting at the Croti Creek Charter Academy Rev Mn luu I Sinwitl. lead Pastor Jar Cipi n. Worship leader Demis Yimlh Pastor ( him h Office 616 8910287 Visit out web site www bnghtside otg______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A ( hun h with a airing heart for our FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody . Asm. Pastor Douglas Beason, Visitation Pastor Cary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor 9 45 a m Sunday School 1100 am Sunday Morning Wrdiip Service. 600 p m Sunday Evening Service* 6 45 p.m WvdncxLiy MkI Uinft Prayer 6 45 p.m Wire! of Life-Clubs Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ......... 9 30 a m Sunday School.........................1100am. Adult Bible Class 1 LOO a m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Church Office (610)891-1512 M Vat 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-S688 ______ ___ TEIjc <©lb (Eime llDiflctljoingt QLIjurcI) SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Rev. Royie Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 698-9660 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sundas Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11.00 a.m. A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Rm1 P. Adams Pfow 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr High, Sun. 6 30 pm Jr. High, Sun 6:30 pm 12200 West Ml 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road* Wayland. Ml 49M8 • 795-7903 Worship Hours 900 a m and 1010 i m. 1 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to \ inc) Our summer worship schedule began Mas 26 Worship Sen ter 8 30 a m and 101)0 a m (Jr Church at 1100 only) Sunday School 9 45 a m (Nursery and Child Carr available throughout the morning Rev Norman Kohns (616) 891 8167 ChMTCh Office 616 891-8669 /Fax 891 8648 caledoaiaumc org 8146 68m St neat Whrtneyv*e Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 * m Praise Singing IQ 50 a m Morning WLwshrp 11 00 a m Wed FeHowvhip 7 30pm Pastor Lloyd DeM>rmer Sr Oum* Ph 868 6810 * Pastors Ph 897 7807 Campm fui frhuofiy and Seimee tfam —Lighting Up Lives for God— Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney ville Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School fur All Ages 1045 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office: 868-6391 • w • Lalesadccommunny org Located in Leighton Tow nvhip Corner of 2nd Street and 1-tlnd Avenue Sunday Morning IkKship 8 40 a m & 11 a m Sunday St bool far All Ages 9-45 a m Cxwurmporary Style of MRirdup Sunday Evening Sen nr 9 30 p tn Pamerr Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Uednesduy 6 30 p m Prayer Meeting - Wednrvdjv 6 30pm Youih Feikrwdup - Sunday t> 00 p m LU mrjWXSE© funor MMMAS IV» UttUr Futtf 89I-HQ28 • c-mad letelit<jn*HcTv net 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE CI IURCI I Preaching the LMn# WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10.00 a m. (Ji* Church 8c Nursery available ) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Worship 9:30 am Christian Educate Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm 9 30 a m Parmelee Morning Wonhp MridtevUe Momrg Worshp Sunday School (Jr. tigM Aduffs) Nursery • Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Eveang Jr High ■ Grades M. Wed Eveang 1100 am 945 am 1100 am. 600-800pm 600-130 pm ... Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER COMMUNITY Sunday Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.pcacechurch cc Redeemer Covenant Church 4 CALEDONIA E UNITED METHODIST (northuvst of Gun Lake) Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rclcvjnl Messages DynantK Muuc Quality Child Carr and Programs 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Currently meeting at: 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 Ont’ mile east of Whilneyville Rd Meeting you. your friends, and sour family - right where you 're al - through: Sundag School 9:30 AM Rev Tom DeVries. Intenm Pastor - 795-9901 amunumh ami the world" Sunday Worship 9 30 a m and 6 00 p m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R Scott (ireenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. iouth Director Al liemeyer. ( ommunity ( ailing + (Missouri Stpvod) 84th and Kraft -- Caledonia Traditional Service 8-00 AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 9 30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM All Services have a Nursery available Barrier Free www iserv net - ctpaul YOU ARE INVITED Church (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 10 00 a m 11:15 a m 6 00 p m St Paul Lutheran Church CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616^»9fF8fXjl reJetmgttnserv.net wwvrredeemacovtnMJtrg .4 wmter dtiu Cmomt Otudus d Mama Pastor Res Josh Hlunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www.wuyfgrcrcc org ■ AfcUdiuiA WHITNEYVILLE “ (rtfain/A ■ y^ndrem bible 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sundaj§ervi?eT 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commuraon 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phoee 795-2370 or 94B-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwrck I IC|XC Church 8546 WhrtneyMte Ave at 84th St • 8918661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus is Lord ” Meeting of CaleOonra High School Strday School................................................... 930am Smc»y Momng Wonhp 1030am MeeTg at cnape* on Ave Sunoo/ Evenng WortYp 600 p m Wed tAdweek Prayer & 8Cie Sfudy 7 00 pm 3e. ’noma Smts ^asa • ?ev Kan Basntor Asoc PaSor weoste whtneyvieotoie org �The Sun and News MtddlevUle. Ml/May 28. 2002/Page 5 McFall Elementary School walkers reach milestone 5 generations of Martins Father Kurtis Martin, Great Grandmother Barbara Velthouse. Grandmother Lori Martin, Great Great Grandmother Esther Willyard holding Avery Kurtis Martin. Engagements Boledovich-Pyper Velthouses to observe Michelle Boledovich golden wedding anniversary andLisaCurtis Robert Pyper will A golden wedding anniversary will be observed on June 5, 2002 by Elmer and Barb Velthouse of Cale­ donia. An open house in their honor will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on June 2 at Gaines United Brethren Church, comer of 92nd and Kalamazoo Ave. The Velt­ house children are Diane and Dennis Board, Lori and Dave Martin, Beth and Larry Postma and the late Jeff Velthouse. They have 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. No gifts, please. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs... 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings B (just past the city limits) y At the gray barn ' or call 945-9105 -Reality- You Died Last Night! In 15 minutes your family is due in my office to ask what you have done to provide for them! What am I to tell them? Please call me to talk about your life insurance The Lynn Denton Agency FARM BUREAU KfB. INSURANCE 1-800-443-5235 4695 N M-37 Hbv. Middleville, Ml 49333 616-795-1670 Ill N Main Si. NaJndir. Ml 49073 517-852-2005 exchange wedding vows on June 15,2002. The bnde-to-be, of Alto, is the daughter of Gail Bole­ dovich and Joseph Boledo­ vich, both of Clawson, she is a graduate of Michigan Stale University. The future groom, of Caledonia, is the son of Ronald and Mary Pyper, also of Caledonia. He graduated from Caledonia High School and attended Grand Valley State University. CHS student, from page 4 and church activities refer to Caledonia’s Top 10 students in the Sun and News May 14 issue.) Barber plans to attend DePauw University in Greencastle. Ind., majoring in psychology and political science. She hopes to con­ tinue on to graduate school and become either a child psychologist or an attorney. She is looking forward to traveling to Italy with her family this summer. Her free time is spent waler skiing, boating and reading. Barber has been invited to attend a dinner tomorrow night (May 22) al the Henry Ford Eslate in Dearborn. A recognition ceremony is to follow. Call 945-955F for Sun & News classified ads Third River Bank Junior by Patricia Johns Staff Writer First grade students at McFall Elementary School have walked more than 4.665 miles this year. Physical education teacher Jon Greenman says. “At least 90 percent of the 210 students have filled at least one card showing that they walked during the lun­ chtime recess." Six students have passed the 100 mile mark. Max Wagner. Tyler Kim. Sean Jager. Kevin Muscorro. C.J. Brokema and Allison Brown received medals for their ac­ complishment. Noon time supervisors Jacki Huntington. Joyce Blood. Wanita Huizenga and Marcie Robertson are there every day. encourag­ ing students and checking their miles completed. “The classroom teachers have been a great help, too." Greenman says. “I’ve seen students check the charts posted in each classroom to see how far they have gone." Incentives for the walkers have been provided by Spectrum Health, the Fifth Medal winning walkers are (standing, from left) Max Wagner, Tyler Kim, Sean Jager, (kneeling) Kevin Muscorro, C.J. Bro­ kema and Allison Brown. Run and the McFall PTO. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last week adopted a collaborative swim team proposal, making it possible for CHS boys and girls to be pari of a team. The collaboration is with Byron Center Public Schools and South Christian High School for both girls and boys swimming and diving teams. With the completion of Byron Center’s pool in the fall of 1999, Byron Center and South Christian have held a cooperative program for girls' swimming and div­ ing for the past two years. Both schools feel that this particular collaboration has been beneficial, and now, with the addition of Caledo­ nia, it is believed that enough male swimmers will begin to compete during the 2003-03 academic year. It is stated, in the board agenda, that the collabora­ tion is accepted at no addi­ tional cost to the Caledonia District. The host district, Byron Center, will be re­ sponsible for game and practice schedules, site schedules, transportation, officials and other necessary Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! scheduling items to operate the program. Within the cooperative athletic agreement it states that for the 2002-03 school year, the three districts will operate a joint cooperative program to increase student participation. The host school will manage the fi­ nances per their program guidelines. The host school will han­ dle training rules and letter­ ing guidelines as well as hosting and supervisory du­ ties plus insurance Meets and practices will take place at Byron Center. The host Bulldogs' uniform colors ind identity will be used as well for both swimming and diving teams. The athletic directors of the O-K Conference, of which all three schools are members, arc in support of this cooperative program. To quote from a letter by Tom Bouma, chairman of the OK Conference, “In this situation it has been deter­ mined that this action will help to create an opportunity for students from... schools to compete in the fall and win’er seasons. Scheduling opportunities will be avail­ able within the framework of the conference coopera­ tive program procedures.” In other Caledonia school board business last Tuesday night: • in compliance with the Truth in Budgeting Act, the board authorized the publication of details on the budget hearing set for Father’s Day GIFT CERTIFICATES A relaxing therapeutic massage with any of our 5 Massage Therapists Pedicure? He would love it... with our relaxing spa chair & refreshments in a private setting Contempo Salon 2001-2002 tod Salon On JJu Jown' maqa^uu Caledonia village centre • 891-1093 COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence June 18. The hearing is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at the Board of Education of­ fices. located at 203 E. Main St., downtown Caledonia. This is a public hearing to consider the district’s pro­ posed 2002-03 budget. including the proposed property tax millage rate, which is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Ad­ ministration Building. • Bids were accepted for a large portion of work for the replacement high school in Caledonia. The work to be accomplished w ithin this bid package amounts to $16,695,078.00 and covers the majority of the construc­ tion work for the new facil­ ity. Contractors whose bids were accepted are as fol­ lows: Cascade Cement (ad­ ditional soccer field), Buer Well Drilling (water well). Arrow Roofing & Supply (membrane roofing). Archi­ tectural Metal. Inc. (metal roofing & panels). Beckering Advisor. Inc. (general trades), CJ.’s Caulking, Inc. (caulking). Architectural Opening & Access (hollow metal/hardwarc). Contract Specialties (wood doors), Battle Creek Glass Works (aluminum/glass/glazing), Bareman & Associates (roll­ ing doors/grilles) and (gym equipment). Ritscma Asso­ ciates (LPDWA), (wood flooring), Koster & DeVries (painting/wallcovering). Wolverine Interiors (case­ work). Wenger Corporation (instrumental casework), Cig Jan Products (marker/tack boards), American Furniture Con­ tractors (operable parti­ tions), Contract Specialties (toilet partitions). Rayhaven Equipment (lockers). In­ terKai. Inc. (bleachers). Great Lakes West (food service), Schindler Elevator (elevators), Central Elevator (wheelchair lift). Rite-Way Plumbing <& Heating. Loop­ master International (geo­ thermal loop), Total Fire Protection (fire protection), AirEconomics, Inc. (test & balance) and Buist Electric. Inc. (electrical). • The board also accepted Introducing Jennifer Battiste M.D., primary care physician, along with long time Caledonia resident, Leon VanderLaan PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Or. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 Advantage men's & women's health obstetrics * kids & teens - seniors health 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia. Ml - www advontogeheoith org Afhliatea with Sornf Moiy s Me»cy Ueaica Cente a bid of $58,520 for Build­ ers Risk Insurance for the current building program. This is to encompass the en­ tire project. Superintendent Douglas Busman said he appreciates the board’s building com­ mittee. “for all their time put into this.” • The board also accepted a bid of $10,280 from Neal’s Truck Parts for the purchase of six obsolete buses. Business Manager Judi Dean explained further details about an agreement with Neal's to provide Cale­ donia Fire Rescue with an old bus for extrication train­ ing procedures. (Further in­ formation will be in a later edition of the Sun and News about this agreement and ex­ trication training as this re­ porter was on sight at the cooperative training exer­ cise with Caledonia Fire Rescue and other area crews.) • At the beginning of the meeting, Emmons Lake Ele­ mentary student Austin Root and teacher Terri Morrow shared a letter written by Root and the ensuing answer from a United States Service Officer. Board President Jim Gless thanked Root and said. “It’s important to honor our veterans.” Though a little uncertain, young Root diplomatically shook the hands and received praise from the school board members and administrative staff. • The board adopted a resolution appointing elec­ tion inspectors” for the June 10 regular school election. For more information, elec­ tion coordinator Sharon Tarrien can be reached at the Administration Building. Incumbent Bernard Nagel, plus Ken Yonker and Stephen Zoet were intro­ duced as the candidates run­ ning for the two. four-year school board seats coming up for vote at that election. (Interviews with the all three candidates will be forthcom­ ing in the Sun and News as the election time draws near.) • Also approved were the Athletic Code Revision for 2002-03 and the K1SA (Kent Intermediate Superinten­ dents’ Association) Resolu­ tion. Details for the revision and resolution are on file at the administration building. The English 12 course and textbooks, as presented at the April board meeting, were also approved. • A motion was carried to extend the administrative contracts through June 30. 2004. for Superintendent. Business Manager. Director of Personnel. CHS Principal, CHS Assistant Principal. CMS Principal. Director of Instruction and School Im­ provement. Director of Transportation. Athletic Di­ rector. Director of Special Programs. Director of Op­ erations and all four Caledo­ nia District elementary school principals. For those interested, the textbook “Writer’s Hand­ book.” published by Great Source, Inc. is under consid­ eration and on display at the Administration Office for review until June 18. • CHS Student representa­ tive Caleb Zandstra reported that the CHS girls’ golf team took first place at regionals recently and the student body washed 65 cars for Staff Appreciation Day. Zandstra was then presented with a Caledonia “C” pin for his work on behalf of the school board. TK graduation Sunday, June 2 A total of 214 Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors will graduate Sunday, June 2, weather permitting, from the athletic field. The ceremonies begin at 3 p.m., with special music provided by the Thornapple ‘Scams, Schemes and Swindles' workshop slated at KCC June 4 The Institute for Learning in Retirement at Kellogg Community College will be host for a “Scams. Schemes and Swindles” workshop Tues­ day, June 4. The program will feature a staff person from the Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral's office, who will speak on the current scams, get rich quick schemes and swindle prevention strate­ gies Those planning to at­ tend should bring all their questions or concerns The cost of the workshop is $5 and will include a light box lunch. The workshop will begin at 9 a.m. at the Fehsenfeld Center just west of Hastings on M-179. Those interested in at­ tending should call 9489500. extension 2642. The program is open to every­ one. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION ads. Kellogg High School Band directed by Ray Rickert. Matthew Erb, class presi­ dent, will give the class ad­ dress. Business teacher Gary McKee will speak on “Cer­ tainties in an Uncertain World.” Diplomas will • be pre­ sented by Board of Educa­ tion members Nancy Goodin, Donald Haney and Kim Selleck. State Repre­ sentative Gary Newell will present special diplomas to two World War II veterans who left high school before graduation more than 50 years ago. In case of inclement weather, graduation will take place in the high school gymnasium. The seniors honors as­ sembly will be held on Fri­ day. May 31, beginning al 12:50 p.m. in the gymna­ sium. Vince and Karen Meaney 975-5656 or X13-6824 1-800-530-9550x139 The Power of Teamwork! Metropolitan Title Company bedr<Mxn, 2 full hath, and four teaaon porch Paced 110.000 below new Don't miM thi» one Only $144.900 deck Walkout havement roughed for famih r<xjm and third hedroc<n Value paced a; $154.9*0. 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Middleville Mi/May 28. 2002/Page 7 Lincoln Meadows to celebrate 20th anniversary in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 20 years ago. senior citizen housing was a dream in Middleville. Then 20 years ago it became a re­ ality. To celebrate the Mid­ dleville Housing Authority is planning a 20th anniver­ sary open house in July. Lincoln Meadows' resi­ dent manager, Lillian Stehr, decided Io start the celebra­ tion just a little early by sur­ prising the two charier resi­ dents of the apartment com­ plex with interviews in the paper. There have been some changes around the building since it was completed in 1982. According to residents Fern Doyle and Esther Larkin, the trees have gotten a lot taller since the day they moved in. Doyle says that there were five residents who moved in before she did. Larkin remembers moving in on the same day. She had put her name on the list in 1980 before the building was even built. I^arkin is from the Detroit area and moved Io Mid­ dleville to be closer to her daughter and her family. Her daughter. Marianne Vandal, works for the Thornapple Kellogg schools as a com­ puter specialist. Before moving Io Mid­ Ester Larkin HOUSE FOR SALE Price Reduced! Must Sell! dleville. Larkin worked as a medical secretary in Detroit area hospitals. She origi­ nally had wanted a "baseball team” of children and is fi­ nally getting her wish with her grandchildren and great grand children. “This is a very sociable place. 1 love it here,” she says, it was easy Io make friends from the day she moved in. “These are real nice people here. 1 would not want lo disturb my neighbors.” Larkin and a few other residents work on individual garden plots. “I just love bringing in a sun ripened to­ mato for my dinner.” she says. Larkin also praised the quality of the executive di­ rectors who have been in the building. From Colleen Cox, to Lisa Finkbeiner to Stehr, “they’ve all been great.” Doyle moved into her apartment when she was 65 years old. After her husband s death she lived with her father in Elkhart. Ind., until his death. In 1980, she moved to the Lincoln Mead­ ows apartment where she now lives. One of the best things about living in Middleville is how close she is to her daughters Colleen Swelnis, Sandy Stanard and Lorraine Thome. “I can still be independent and do as I like and they don’t have to worry,” she says. She attends Bible study each week from Sep­ tember to May and enjoys seeing her friends. Doyle praised Stehr’s husband, Rick, who is the building superintendent. “He keeps everything up and running.” The Stehrs live down­ stairs from Doyle and al- Surrounded by her daughters. Fem Doyle enjoys her apartment at Lincoln Meadows. Pictured are Lorraine Thome, Sandy Stanard. Doyle and Colleen Swelnis. ways keep an ear out for un­ expected noises from above. Her family has held holi­ day parties in the commu­ nity room at Lincoln Mead­ ows. Doyle enjoys spending time with her five (plus one spouse) grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She also collects porce­ lain birds and still plays the organ she brought when she moved in 20 years ago. Stehr says that the carpet­ ing in the building will be replaced this year. Drapes have also been replaced in the public and apartment ar­ eas. Planning the anniversary celebration in July are Hous­ ing commission chair Mike Bremer, commission vice chair Don Williamson and commission members Ray Koeplinger, Neva Kenyon and Michael Balsitis. They are planning a surprise for residents and an open house for the public. “We will invite everyone to the open house,” Lillian Stehr says. HASTINGS - STICK BUILT ALGONQUIN LAKE AREA 13 years young ranch. 2 bedrooms on main floor with possible 2 bedrooms in daylight basement, attached garage, nice yard. $88,500. 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Grand Opening o/ Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village j |i V Please join us for our Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Conte discover Woodlawn Meadows, Hastings' newest memory care and assisted living community. Friday, May 31, 2002 • 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. -andSaturday, June 1, 2002 • 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehtcies. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick ctaims response and sound aovce It's the *ay insurance should be STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St • Caledoma Ml 49316 616.891 9294 Woodlawn Meadows 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Mich. For more information, please contact Woodlawn Meadows at (616) 948-4921 "Quality Senior Lifestyle Service" �Page 8/The Sun and News. MtddteviHe Ml/May 28. 2002 Caledonia Middle School hosts Career Day speakers by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Middle School held its fourth annual Career Day Friday, May 10. The students were ex­ posed to such varied profes­ sions as carpentry, graphics and web designing, police work, writing and banking. Career Day organizers Beth Simmons and Ken Demeusc said they were pleased to have a number of repeat presenters. Twentytwo of the 43 exhibitions were returning demonstra­ tors. Those returning were: Eric Seif, chiropractor; Norm Buer. geology/welling drilling/DNR: Matt Kirk­ wood, meteorology: Jim Sandford, financial advisor; Dr. Richard Crissman; Buddy Huyler, GMB archi­ tect: Diane Blain, author: Ed Pawloski, car body shop owner; Registered Nurse, Sheila Hoag; pilot Mike Davis; veterinarian Bob Jackson and Police Officers Vitale & Wayman. Other returning exhibitors Tonya Delnay spoke of the green industry. included federal agent Patri­ cia Locke. Secret Service: Arnie Folkersma. airport mechanics; Tonya Delnay. green industry; William Donohue, air traffic. Phil France, Steelcase engineer: Brian Bennett, EMT/firefighting: Mike Forton of John Ball Zoo. animal edu­ cation; Bill Buckner, car­ pentry, Sgt. John Bloye of the Army National Guard; Jean Lima, probation offi­ cer. and Dr. Robin Vaughan, dentistry. Each student had a chance to attend three different ses­ sions with these and other professionals. Topics dis­ cussed included job qualifi­ cations. advancement oppor­ tunities, working conditions and duties. Career Day is a chance Acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett shows students the thermal imaging scanner Bennett is also a returning presenter. for students to sample dif­ ferent careers through talk­ ing and sometimes interact­ ing with the professionals that are already in the field of the students’ interests. Sometimes the presentations serve to dissuade a student from an occupation that Dr. Robin Vaughan, back for another year, talks about the field of dentistry Dr. Richard Crissman was a popular presenter with the male students as he talked about surgery, brain and otherwise. His sense of humor, as well as his medical knowl­ edge, makes him a favor­ ite year after year. wouldn’t suit them (“Oh gross, I couldn't handle that!” was heard during a medical discussion.) On the other hand, exposure to a vocation not previously planned may spark an inter­ est for a future engineer, po­ lice officer, web designer or doctor. Pierce Cedar Creek Institute All camps arc from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Location is Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Bring sack lunch - Snacks will be provided Dress for outdoor activity including closed toe shoes Bring a water bottle Cost is $ 15 00 per day Marsh Mucking Friday, June 28 Forest Foray Friday, July 26 Bring a spare set of ctothes and be prepared to become a ‘Muck Monster* when we spend the ckry investigating wet lands Wei get an up dose look at water soils, and plants and how they al come together n this fantastic ecosystem Tamarack, cedar, cherry, and beech are just some of the trees wet leam about as we explore the different forest ecosys­ tems found on the prop­ erty Leam about sure e$ Michigan Mammals Friday, August 2 Software consultant Bonnie Bailey spoke about the schooling stu­ dents would need to be successful in the software industry. not QuttH More hke ban. heaven and black bears Learn about the ecology of M*n.gan mammals through hands-on '.nxly 13 VIDCO JUPCRJTORC of these arwnaft on the property Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Registration Form Name City State Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ______________ ____ Address A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526 movie OUTPOST what roles they play n shapmgour forests is open to children ages 10 Give a memorial that can go on forever... _________________ ___ _ .— ---------------------------------- Phone --------------------------- — Please circle all dates attending. ! movie outpost; * VHS/UVD mo'its & Pii,vt'r j • Games & game system rental • Special Orders and previewed movies & games for sale I • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets [ • VHS & Game Accessories [ Rent One Movie or Game and I get a second rental FREE 1 I I I with this coupon. 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Elies received his bachelor Join the adult readers for a relaxing “Lawnchair Book Discussion" of “The Pilot's Wife’ Wednesday. June 5. at 7 p.m. Pictured above are some of the regular participants in the September through May daytime book discussion. Anyone who loves books and hasn't been able to come during the daytime discussions is welcome to sample the summer s evening events. Middleville man is Ferris grad Steve Elies of arts degree in business from Alma College. He joins a statewide force of 400 Farm Bureau Insurance agents serving Caledonia Library plans summer reading club by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Caledonia Public Li­ brary has planned a summer of reading for adults and children The I .awn Chair book dis­ cussion begins Wednesday. June 4, at 7 p.m. This is a more relaxed continuation of the monthly discussions. The book for June is “The Pilot’s Wife." Bring a lawn chair in case the weather cooperates. Par­ ticipants can have read the book or seen the movie or even just want to talk about their favorite books. The discussion is held inside the library if the weather or the bugs are malevolent. This discussion is relaxed. Copies of the books are available at the library. Fu­ ture lawn chair discussions will be held on July 3 and Aug. 7. The Caledonia Library is looking for a few good vol­ unteers (ages 11-15) to be Library Heroes. All heroes must attend the orientation session on Thursday. June 6, at 4 p.m. at the library. Pre­ registration is required. The Farmers Market re­ turns with once a month se­ lections donated by local gardeners. This year, the market sponsored by the Friends of the Library, will be held once a month at the Caledonia Farmers Elevator. The first market is on June 8 from 10 a.m. until noon. The fun for children really begins in Caledonia Tuesday, June 11. This is the kickoff for the summer reading club. There is a “Join the Winner’s Circle” for kids entering grade 5 and younger. The “Parents as Reading Partners” group encourages families to read together and win prizes, too. “Read, rock and unlock your brain” is a special sum­ mer reading raffle for teens in grades 6-12. Keep reading the Sun and News for summer reading programs. For more infor­ mation about library pro­ grams call 647-3840. KIDS w FIRST Learning Place Open House June 81h • 10am-l pm 795-9055 I 9t: www.kidsfirstlearningplace.com 420 Misty Ridge Drive • Middleville Graham Red Hats return to library It might be the call heard around Caledonia, “the Red Hats are coming, the Red Hats are coming.” Those women who only lay claim to be at least 50 so they can share their style, joie de vivre. and plain old sense of fun with those also clad in purple topped by a red hat, are returning to the Caledonia Library on Thurs­ day. May 30. at 1:30 p.m. Tea and “looking your Ryan Christopher Ritscma of Middleville recently graduated with distinction (3.25 to 3.49 cumulative grade point average) Satur­ day. May 11. from Ferris State University. He received his bache­ lor’s degree in product de­ sign engineering technology. Ritsema is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. The Original best for going to tea” is the topic. Sharon Krumm willgive some inside tips on us­ ing make up to look one’s best in purple and red. Novelist Donna Winters will attend the get-together. She isn’t doing a formal pro­ gram. but will be happy to answer questions about writ­ ing and tea. Call the library at 6473840 for more information. Aqua Borne CERAMIC Coatings $5.00 OFF PER CALLON on 1 VKrinxiVI A U AIUI , beautiful lo sheen handsome soft gloss, I RUSTIC SOLID HIDE FLAT STAIN I I COUPON GOOD THRU 6/8702 • MUST PRESENT THIS COUPON • EXCLUDES SALE ITEMS Highly Recommended for Aluminum Siding CERAMIC EXT. 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The Defevers are plan­ ning a second trip to Poland and then a move for training to Montana for at least six months as they work toward the goal of becoming full­ time missionaries. The family members have been attending Brightsidc Community Church and are committed to the giving, ministry, discipleship, evan­ gelism and fellowship they found there. They hope to bring this excitement to new churches in Poland. The Defevers are going to The Defever family, Dan. Chris. Brittney and Melanie leave for Poland this June INTRODUCING... HASTINGS CITY BANK’S PRIME LINE 4.75%** Melanie had to spend a few days in a Polish hospital last year. The family is now hoping that her health will stay good this time around. The family is learning some Polish in preparation. The going away cake wished Melanie ’hello” and “good-bye” in Polish. The family hopes to be away from the Middleville area for about one to three years. 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Middleville Ml/May 28 2002/Page 11 Man pleads guilty in drug-related death of teen by Shelly Suber Staff Writer Robert Uebbing pleaded guilty in Barry County Cir­ cuit Court Wednesday in connection with the drug-re­ lated death Jan. 29 of 15year-old Chad Garrett at a Gun lake residence. Uebbing. 19. originally was charged with felony murder, operating a drug house, first degree child abuse and tampering with evidence. In exchange for dismissal of the felony mur­ der charge, a life offense, Uebbing pleaded guilty to felony manslaughter, which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison. He also pleaded to one count of tampering with evidence, a 10-ycar felony, and to one high court misdemeanor charge of maintaining a drug house at 2019 Parker Drive, a home he rented with girl­ friend and co-defendant, Jessica Miller, 21 Defense attorney James Dimitriou said the agree­ ment calls for a 7 1/2 year prison cap, though the sen­ tencing guidelines call for a minimum of 4 1/2 years to a maximum of 8.3 years in prison. "This plea agreement takes the possibility of spending the rest of his life in prison away but it's also in line with what Bobby Uebbing believes is his cul­ pability,” said Dimitriou. “He’s very sorry for what happened. He didn’t intend to kill or harm Chad, as fel­ ony murder or second de­ gree murder would imply. He participated in stupid Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” ---- .—-----luxlrtxis uf thixtxHkis d families are srnng monev with Auto-Owners liiMiranee k »their !x<ne aid nuixie hiine pnttetun. Stop bi and ask is •«Kxrt qualm . pntxv 8 txrv ukK tlexjHe pjMirnt plans ard “No Pn Went’ claim senxe. IMSUIUMIFIC8T >Ks»<.xiwo SOB NICOLAI, haixieM St. (M-37) P.O. Box 99, Middlevtfte Ml 49333 497 (414) 391-BtU 414 793 3393 Ml Free (999) 794 3391 fu (414) 703-1933 iHMHil POLICE BEAT conduct and he accepts re­ sponsibility for his role in Chad's death.” All other charges, includ­ ing charges issued Friday of maintaining a drug house and marijuana possession, separate incidents which al­ legedly occurred Feb. 12 and April 18, will be dis­ missed when Uebbing is sentenced June 27 in Barry County Circuit Court. Authorities believe a Grand Rapids doctor wrote pre­ scriptions for methadone pills that landed in the hands of Garrett, who died from an overdose in a suspected drug house. The new information came to light in a legal brief filed recently by Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill. McNeill said subpoenas were executed on all phar­ macies within a 10-milc ra­ dius of Wayland with regard to methadone prescriptions. As a iesult, authorities be­ lieve they have secured evi­ dence pointing to the source. McNeill’s brief reveals that the name of an Allegan County woman appears on labels obtained from pre­ scription pill bottles alleg­ edly obtained from Garrett’s accused supplier. In court Wednesday, Ueb­ bing admitted to giving Gar­ rett the pills that killed him Jan. 29. "He came over that night after a party,” Uebbing told Judge James Fisher. "We drank some beers, smoked marijuana and we each had a couple pills of methadone. We were up til 4 a.m. play­ ing video games and watch­ ing a DVD movie.” Uebbing said Garrett went to sleep on his couch while Uebbing laid on the floor. “My girlfriend (Jessica Miller) works third shift.” he continued. "She came home and he was still snoring loudly. I got up and went to the bedroom with her. He was still alive at that time.” The next morning, Brian Reurink stopped at Uebbing’s home to pick up some clothes to get ready for school at about 9 a.m., said Uebbing. “Brian came into my room yelling, ‘Chad’s not breathing! Chad’s not breathing!”’ said Uebbing. “We tried CPR on him but it was too late.” Uebbing said Garrett had only taken “a couple” of pills at his home that night and that Garrett had indi­ cated he had taken addi­ tional pills earlier in the day. McNeill said it would take four to eight methadonc tablets to constitute a lethal dose. Garrett consumed 2 1/2 times the lethal dose. Methadone is a long-acting depressant (36 to 48 hours.) “That morning, he had taken two that I gave him and then I gave him more,” said Uebbing. Trooper Dale Lynema de­ clined to comment for the record on the status of his investigation into whether the woman named on the la­ bels is Uebbing s suspected methadone supplier, though he confirmed that no other arrests have been made in connection with the death. The prescriptions alleg­ edly were filled for the woman at Wayland Village Drug and records show a to­ tal of 6.300. 10 mg metha­ done tablets were dispensed in the 8 1/2 months prior to Garrett’s death. An additional 2.310 tab­ lets of 10 mg methadone had been sold to the woman in February. March and April 2002. The name of the doctor has been reported to the Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services, which likely would be the investigating agency into possible wrong doing, said Lynema. The brief reveals Uebbing allegedly told Lynema that Garrett had admitted to him that he had taken some "morphine” pills prior to ar­ riving at his Parker Road residence the night of Jan. 28. The toxicology report on Garrett was negative as to morphine and alcohol. “The toxicology report further revealed a blood level 2 1/2 times the lethal level for methadone,” McNeill states in his brief. Matthew Dailey took the victim to Uebbing's home on the night of Jan. 28, ac­ cording to McNeill’s brief. “Dailey is anticipated to testify both the victim and the defendant talked openly about their intent to do ‘shots’ of alcohol, metha­ done pills, smoke marijuana and play video games,” said McNeill. “Further, on Jan. 27, Dailey had observed Uebbing sell two white col­ ored tablets, delivered to be methadone, to victim for $5 each.” Brian Reurink, said McNeill, is expected to tes­ tify he observed the victim during the day of Jan. 28. “(Garrett) presented with dark circles and advised he (had) taken four or five mor­ phine tablets." said McNeill. “Reurink is one of the friends who discovered the victim dead on the couch. Reurink observed (Uebbing) taking his drugs and drug paraphernalia from the house, while CPR was being performed on the victim by others so as to remove the items before EMS and law enforcement arrived." Reurink reportedly was on the porch of the house with Uebbing while EMS and law enforcement was present at which time Ueb­ bing was repeatedly saying, “it’s all my fault.” said McNeill in the document. “Finally, Reurink had been a resident of the drug house from Jan. 20 through Jan. 26 and observed Ueb­ bing sell to many individu­ als. many of them students at Wayland High School,” according to McNeill. “Reurink has observed Ueb­ bing giving Garrett various drugs, including methadone, in the past ” Four days before Garrett’s death, Reurink allegedly saw Uebbing give Garrett methadone pills from an or­ ange colored bottle with a white cap, in which were ap­ proximately 120 other pills. "Uebbing had advised he had gotten 90 tablets earlier in the week (and) added the 30 he already had." accord­ ing to McNeill. Before Uebbing pleaded guilty, the victim’s mother. Lisa Garrett, was expected to testify that Uebbing ap­ peared at her home on the evening of her son's death. “He expressed his sympa­ thy and told her he felt peo­ ple were trying to kill him because people in the com­ munity thought he had given her son morphine pills." McNeill states. Another teen. Ross Reur­ ink. cousin of Brian Reur­ ink. also gave a statement to police on the condition that he not be prosecuted. Reurink, 18, told authori­ ties that he bought mari­ juana from Uebbing once a week and that on the morn­ ing of Garrett’s death. Ueb­ bing called him and told him Garrett was dead on his couch. “He asked for a friend to talk to. to try to calm him." Reurink said in a written statement. “1 asked him what had happened. ‘We were up partying, we had a few drinks and a couple methadone." Reurink claims that while talking w ith Uebbing later at the house. Uebbing "grabbed his jar of pills from his “smoking" room. “He asked if there was a safe house where he could put his drugs," Reurink re­ ported. “I refused to hold any marijuana or narcotics from him to hide from the police. He accepted my de­ cision and at that time, I de­ cided I would have no part in a cover up." Uebbing. who was a sen­ ior at Wayland Union High See guilty plea, page 16 Now Taking Reservations Weddings, Anniversary, Birthday, or Any Special Event! 6661 Alden Nash • Alto Located 8 miles East on I-96 off the 28th Street Exit Take exit 52 (Lowell/Alto) south two miles Phone 616-868-0388 Owner Sharon Haney ♦ ♦♦ ♦ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME X Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) ♦ L Your Smile The First Thing People See! 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Under the new ordinance, all home occupation busi­ nesses arc being required to apply for a permit through the township, even one which has no observable im­ pact on neighbors. The vote was 4-3 in favor of the re­ quired application. Residents conducting business within the four walls of their home often fail to notify anyone, and so arc ignorant of the rules when their activities grow and overflow the available space. It was felt some vehicle to secure understanding of the zoning guidelines was needed, and this was it. No fee will be charged to apply, but commissioners felt the various rules and limitations and basic tenants of the ordinance would be understood by people apply­ ing for a permit. Residents would know whether they arc conducting business in a way which is supported by the local zoning and this would protect the business owner from potential com­ plaints or violations. The primary reason for zoning rules for home busi­ nesses is to protect the sanc­ tity of residential areas, and for one resident's activities to not negatively impact the quality of life and rights of his neighbors. "The business activity clearly must be subordinant to residential character," Consultant Ken Dettloff YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Synopsis of Regular Board Meeting Yankee Spring* Township Regular Board Meeting Synopsis May 9. 2002 Meeting called to order by Supervisor McCrumb All mem bars present Constable Misak and 6 visitors Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Lippert, second by Finkbeiner to approve the April 17. 2002 Special board meeting min­ utes as presented Approved by all Public Comment: Earl Krol requested permission for fire works on Barlow Lake July 4th; appropriate paperwork has been filed with Fire Chief Marentette. Chief Marentette reviewed fire equipment minimum bid require­ ment process. There will be a recruitment drive during the month of July. Motion by Jerkatis. second by Finkbeiner to approve up to $10,812.00 for updated turn out gear for eight firefighters located within Yankee Spnngs Township County Commissioner Tnpp reported on grant application for the purchase of decontamination equipment, site approval to relo­ cated COA and Barry County Health Department; presented copies of Barry County s Budget Financial reported presented by Jerkatis. approved Supervisor Report: Motion by McCrumb, second by Finkbeiner not to assist financially for the water hne extension to the Belka residence located on Patterson Road Approved by all Set Public Heanng to review and adopt budget for fiscal year 2002-2003 June 13. 2002 Township Hail at 7:00 p.m Clerk s report Wayland Union Schools Annual School election is Monday. June 10. 2002 Paid btHs m the amount of $19,829.40 approved by all. Paid payroll in the amount of 5,850.23 approved by all. Old Business, discussion regarding the current fire millage collection amount. Recommendation to request the Township legal counsel to review the options and propose language to resand the current 1/2 mill only if additional millage is approved to offset the headlee rollback. Recommendation to publish a township newsletter before July 1,2002 Motion made and approved to go into closed session with Ken Worsham for his review at 9:30 p.m. Returned at 10:25 p.m to reg­ ular session All members pre­ sent and Ken Worsham. Discussion regarding the legal publication newspaper for the Township Motion by McCrumb, second by Finkbeiner to approve the Penasee Globe (Wayland), starting July 1, 2002. Approved by ail Motion earned Motion made and supported to adjourn All yes Meeting adjourned at 10:35 p.m. Submitted by Janice Lippert, Cterk said. There are two categories of home businesses and rules governing them are different: • Home occupation — conducted within the walls of the home and does not use more than 25 percent of the floor space of the home. It could include making a product inside, which does not require space outside the home. Commissioners do not want a business to be set up in residential neighbor­ hood using 100 percent of the structure. The business is small enough that only family members and no more than one other non-resident em­ ployee would be involved in the business activity. No special equipment is required beyond that which would be used as a normal household activity. One commercial vehicle would be allowed in the yard. (Check for size and type) It is important that the business activities do not in­ volve a lot of customer traf­ fic. requirments for parking, noise from movement of equipment, or neighborhood exposure to noxious or dan­ gerous materials. • A home based business is: 1. One in w hich the office is at home but the owner of­ fers a service off site, such as landscaping or painting, and stores equipment and materials at home but trans­ ports them to the work loca­ tion. 2. One in which a service or manufacture of a product requires the use of an acces­ sory building beyond the space in the home, such as small engine repair. When a business expands beyond the home into acces­ sory buildings, and requires additional equipment and vehicles outside, it may im­ pact the planned land use. Storage of excess (more than one) commercial vehi­ cles, both motorized and non motorized would be allowed inside an accessory building. Storage of excess materials in an out building would also be allowed. However in any case, no more than 1,200 square feet of the accessory building could be used for storage of CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 3, 2002, at 7:00 p m., the Planning Commission ot the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a puObc heanng a! the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Catedoma Michigan on the application ot Venzon Wireless lor a special land use for a 11x26 sq -foot equipment shelter to be used in connection with co location of antennas on an existing communication tower, on tands the RR Rural Residential District Approval of co-focabon of communications antennas ts also being requested The lands as to which the special land use is 'equested are commonly described as 8337 Prameview Lane and are legally described as foaows N 380 0 FT OF W 380 0 FT OF NE 1/4 SW 14* SEC 2 T5N R10W Ail interested persons may attend the pubbe heanng and comment upon the proposed spe­ cial land use Written comments may be submitted to the TownsNp ofhee. at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubke heanng Dated May 20. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 301 "The following home­ conforming uses would be materials, vehicles or for the kept by the township. The activity. This is a change based businesses may be owner might be able to con­ from a specified 50 percent permitted following ap­ tinue operation, but not to of an accessory building, proval of an application of expand. which could exceed 1200 special use..." in which spe­ In the future, w hen a busi­ square feet. The space used cific types of businesses are ness has grown beyond the for business within the listed, as suggested by Com­ limits stipulated, business home is also not to exceed missioner Mike Mercier. In specified cases, a special use owners should expect to 25 percent. Often a request to expand permit would be applied for move their operation out of the home or the accessory from the Planning Commis­ the home and away to a building is a signal to the sion, such as for a kennel. A commercial or industrial commissioners that an un­ special use requires a site site, where activities will not adversely affect their resi­ registered business is being plan review. Commissioner Ric Parent dential neighborhood. expanded. The commission briefly A home-based business is said. "I think we should look roughly what was defined at what special business uses discussed last minute details previously as a major home we would allow within each for revisions to the sign or­ occupation. The commis­ zoning." He said business dinance. That. too. will soon sioners considered doing special uses should be be aired in a public hearing. Use of a vehicle as a port­ away with any home based looked at in concert with able sign w as discussed. The businesses at all. and requir­ home based businesses. Special use permits are real life current example of a ing all to be located in com­ mercial or industrially zoned granted through the Plan­ company vehicle with a areas. ning Commission and are large arrow on it pointing to However, after wrestling usually the only mechanism the business location is with the problems involved, by which neighbors are noti­ problematic, as it violates, they decided to allow some fied of the existence of a the ordinance. The village types of home-based busi­ home-based business next planning commission is also considering the issues in­ nesses in less dense neigh­ door. borhoods. as in R-l, R-R or Special use permits would volved. Neither Planning Ag-R zoning. (For instance, be granted for thrcc-ycar Commission is certain that small engine repair could be periods, would be renewed the practice can be pre­ allowed in some zones, ex­ in a timely manner and vented. Residents interested rn cept. R-2, or R-3, much like could be revoked for nonthe ban on recreational vehi­ compliance. A public hear­ commenting on the zoning ordinance proposals may do cles parked outdoors. Ac­ ing would be involved. It should be noted that so when the ordinance is tivities would be less trou­ blesome to neighbors there businesses already permitted presented at a public hear­ than in dense neighbor­ would be notified and would ing. which will be an­ hoods. A minimum acreage be subject to renewal in or­ nounced in local newspa­ could be tied to some uses, der to remain in compliance pers. It will then go to the with the zoning ordinance. Township Board for final such as for kennels. Commissioners recog­ Record of notice or of non­ approval. nized a problem could occur in the future if the defini­ tions for the density allowed under the R-categories change, just as with some cases where special uses are granted. The commissioners could gain more control by requir­ percent high. by Ruth Zachary ing a special use permit for The average use of many Staff Writer any business which has ex­ other plants is actually 150 Utilities Administrator panded beyond the above to 180 units per day Pierson Rich Pierson last week told criteria and for certain uses. summarized, "Therefore we the Caledonia Township believe the Campau plant Board that the Campau Ket­ could accommodate an addi­ tle wastewater treatment tional 50 to 70 units above plant could handle more us­ the current 470 units." ers, and thereby increase fi­ Expanding the system nancial viability where it has must be in the area, or in been operating in the red. proximity to it. A group of The board last month potential customers wanting asked for an investigation to to be connected to sewer is see if households really used not easily recruited. At the amount expected. around $8,700 per unit, a Board members said they positive response for con­ would like to see the system The Thornapple Kellogg nection is not anticipated. built out to full capacity so it Board of Education has Some of the most recent would at least break even. If hired the Marmen Comput­ connections have been by between 400 and 500 units ing Firm to conduct a tele­ businesses along Whitneywere being used and sold, phone survey to deal with villc Avenue. the system would operate in the district's needs. Households on the system the black. Marmen representatives currently using the service One unit based on 200 will be calling randomly se­ arc allocated a full unit. Oth­ gallons is what one house­ lected registered voters the hold was expected to use per ers potentially on the sys­ week of May 27 from 5 to 9 day. Pierson said the flow tem, but without a home on p.m. meter was reading about 30 the lot, were assessed a half The prefix 906 on caller unit. I.D. identifies the computing firm. The board appreciates all those who answer. The board will be using the needs survey as they work on a possible bond issue. Over youth Residents who are not graduated from the DARE called and who have not program in 2000 - 2001. been able to attend the two bond meetings scheduled so Just say NO to drugs! far can send their questions to the Thornapple Kellogg Administration Building, United Way, The Way Barry 10051 Green Lake Road. County Cares, Community Middleville 49333. Adminstrator says Campau Kettle sewer can handle more users TK needs survey starts this week Thanks to you Barry County... 850 by Community �The Sun and News Middleville MlWy 28. 2002/Page 15 New cemetery maps approved in Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township Clerk Pat Snyder last week produced a group of tattered scrolls containing minute handwritten information that represents the burial lots of hundreds of people to sup­ port her plea for new maps. The rest of the board ap­ parently was impressed enough to have new ones made. Snyder said the township does not have a GIS system or any program with which she could print out maps at the local level. The need for updated cemetery maps brought a quote from Randy Wilcox, township engineer, of $2,000. He said he could not only produce a digital repre­ sentation of the cemeteries, but also could put the infor­ mation into layers, to be able to identify different types of data. Some lots are owned by families, but oth­ ers are not owned by any­ one. for instance. The information will be designed to interact with the maps that are created. It will include writing the program to perform the needed task. The map now tells who is buried on a plot, but doesn't tell who the relatives are. A relative would come in and Snyder looks up the data, and then tries to locate the grave on the map. a time consuming process. Whenever an update is made, both the information and the map would be ad­ justed. The cost is under the level that would require soliciting bids. There is nothing in the cemetery budget to cover Land preservation focus of conference by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The ninth annual Growing Communities Conference is set for June 13 at the Frcdcrik Mcijer Gardens in Grand Rapids. The focus this year will be on "Towns, Cities and Nature.” Perhaps because Michi­ gan's much loved countryside is disappearing at an alarmingly rapid rate, the conference will emphasize how to make urban areas more attractive and how lo­ cal governments can use them, while preserving natu­ ral features. The conference is sponsored by Grand Val­ ley Metro Council. The main address will be "Preserving Fields and For­ ests Helps Build an Excel­ lent City,” delivered by Lee Ronnirig of 1(XM) Friends of Minnesota. Workshops include: 1) Building Compact Cit­ ies while Restoring and Pro­ tecting Green Infrastructure. (How to design traditional neighborhoods or towns in and around and respecting natural areas,) presented by Prof. Patrick Condon and James Taylor, chair in Land­ scape and Livable Environ­ ments. 2) Designing Cities that Keep the Rain, by speaker Patrick Condon. 3) Smart Growth for City and Nature - Maryland (Why it is important for state to take a role, how large a role should be taken, and what has been done in Maryland) presented by John Frece, Communica- Alto woman graduates cum laude at Aquinas Jill C. Hoffman, daughter of Dave and Nancy Pikaart of Alto, graduated cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree from Aquinas College Saturday. May 11. Hoffman graduated from Caledonia High School. Class of 1997. To graduate cum laude. a student must have completed 124 credit hours and have a cumulative grade point aver­ age of 3.5 or above (on a 4 point system). tions Director for Mary­ land's Office of Smart Growth. 4) Smart Growth for City and Nature — Michigan The impact of suburban sprawl on the Michigan economy and what are pros­ pects for the State of Michi­ gan action, presented by William Rustem. Senior Vice President of Public Sector Consultants and Sen­ ior Consultant for Environ­ mental Policy and Economic Development. 5) Purchasing Develop­ ment Rights for Farmland and Open Space (Why and How and What is being Done in Michigan.) speaker Dr. David Skajaerlund, Ex­ ecutive Director. Rural Part­ ners of Michigan. 6) Public Squares and Plazas (The smallest but most used public open space) presented by Fred Kent. Project for Public Spaces. Membership in Metro Council is not required to at­ tend. The conference fee is $45. Applications can be ob­ tained by calling 776-7608 or babcockp(g^gvmc.org the cost for new maps at this time, but money will come from the fund balance, and will be included in the budget planning for the next period. Other cemetery problems were discussed. Volunteer trees and some planted by relatives are grow ing in mis­ placed areas. Some trees tend to uproot headstones. Some relatives have asked for trees to be removed. It is a task to be handled professionally and could be very expensive. There is a question about who is to be responsible, but in many cases it falls to the tow nship. The expense could limit the amount of work the town­ ship can authorize. There arc trust funds that could help in some cemeteries, but others do not have trusts. Current rules now ask that shrubs not be planted. Rules are listed and distributed upon request. Lakeside Cemetery slopes, and at the lower end there is water about four to six feet below the surface, which makes it unsuitable for burials or tor mausole­ ums. Land for burials in the cemetery could be increased if the area was drained, but it could cost about $10,000 to $20,000 to install a drain tile. One board member sug­ gested using that area for burial of cremains with headstones, which do not have to be placed as deep. Meanwhile, places to bury the dead are ever more scarce and the future acqui­ sition of land for that pur­ pose is an issue. Board members plan to walk the cemeteries in July to assess the problems. Some trees with fallen or low branches or that are not in good health would be noted and prioritized. Unfor­ tunately. the issues are not simple. Snyder may need authori­ zation and funding to attend to these needs as a part of her regular duties. 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MxkfleviHe Ml/May 28. 2002 Fun in the sun Preschoolers and their families were able to enjoy the sun shine at Spring Park this past Wednesday as part of the Bright Beginnings year ending picnic. New vehicle joins unit Barry County Sheriff s Deputy Erik Gustafson shows off the addition to the Mid­ dleville Unit of the department. He attended extra training in Lansing and will be seen at parades and patrolling in the Village. Middleville man faces hearing for sexual offense Middleville man Shane Doom, 24. of Mid dlcvillc, was scheduled to appear for a probation viola­ tion hearing today (Tuesday, May 28) al 8:30 a m. in Barry County Circuit Court. D<x»rn. who was previous convicted of fourth degree criminal sexual conduct, is accused of violating his pro­ bation by exposing himself to a woman in Kent County March 28. A new violation petition was filed on May 7. "Both allegations are al* legcd to have occurred near his work site on 28th Street." said defense attor­ ney James Goulooze regard - ing bond. “He denies that, he quit his job and is under 24-hour supervision by his father." “Given the circumstances of the underlying criminal sexual conduct and two pro­ bation violations for expos­ ing himself, no bond will be set." said Fisher. Guilty plea, continued from page 11 School until leaving school at the end of the first semes­ ter, also will not be charged with first degree child abuse for “knowingly causing seri­ ous. physical harm to Chad Garrett," in exchange for his guilty pleas. In court Wednesday, Uebbing also admitted to gather­ ing methadone pills, about one-half ounce of marijuana and paraphernalia and hid­ ing them in the woods be­ hind his house before police arrived to investigate Gar­ rett’s death. Jessica Miller was charged with one count of distributing methadone to a minor, a 14-ycar felony, one count of being an accessory after the fact to felony mur­ der and one count of main­ taining a drug house. Miller pleaded guilty May 8 to maintaining a drug house and no agreement was reached on what was going to happen with the other two charges. She is set to be sen­ tenced June 6. Lynema and Det. Sgt. Terry Klotz of the Michigan State Police are still investi­ gating the doctor and the woman suspected of selling the pills to Uebbing. “Any and all sources are potential target of the inves­ tigation,” said McNeill. “Their investigation has led to leads in Allegan. Kent and Muskegon counties.” Garrett’s parents. Lisa and Jeff Garrett, have ex­ pressed their desire to see the methadone suppliers held accountable for their son’s death. “I’ve been happy with how they’ve been investigat­ ing this,” said Lisa Garrett after Uebbing’s hearing Wednesday. “They’re doing the best they can.” imsEE-Lini 10% off any Deck purchased FREE Thompson's Deck Wash with purchase__________________ Cedar Deck Boards 5/4 x 6 x 14 $850 35 yr. Pinnacle Shake type Shingle $4495 sq. sentenced lor assaulting cop Doug Ezinga, 40. of Mid­ dleville, was ordered in Barry County Circuit Court earlier this month to spend 60 days in jail with credit for one day served and the balance suspended if he paid his fines and costs by 5 p.m. May 17 on his conviction of resisting and obstructing po­ lice. Ezinga was arrested after an incident in Middleville March 16, in which he alleg­ edly assaulted Deputy Erik Gustafson. “I’m sorry for what I did,” said Ezinga. “1 want to get on with my life.” Judge James Fisher told Ezinga the incident appeared to be out of character for him. He was ordered to pay $1,000 costs, a $500 fine, a $60 crime victim fund fee and a $60 DNA fee. If it’s not one detour, it’s another Work on Stagecoach Park means that those used to easy access to the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail will have to go about one block east to High Street and follow the signs for the trail. The trail will be open during construction. A Custom Made Pre-Inked Rubber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp and clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! 5/4 x 6 x 14 Y.P. 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The bad news is that ex­ pansion of the Duncan I^ikc water treatment facility is unlikely and the Village of Middleville is not able Io make any commitments at this time. Thomas expects that his firm will be able Io report on the feasibility study looking at costs for water and sewer in low. medium and high density developments in the (ownships within two months. Then the commissioners considered a draft agreement which if approved by the township and FENSCO would allow the company to operate the asphalt plant on Jackson Road. Negotiating the agree­ ment will be planning com­ mission members Mark Sevald, Linda Gasper and Dick Reyff along with planner Geoff Moffat. Darrell Fcsnstermacher of Big Rapids purchased the former Wol­ verine Asphalt Company in December Since that time the town­ ship has pul a “slop work or­ der” at the site while nego­ tiations arc taking place. Moffat did report that the company has significantly cleared the trash from the site. Thornapplc Gravel has a two year extension of its special use permit to mine gravel from the Irving Road site. There is still significant material to be removed from the site. Sevald noted that a “pretty big hill” was still waiting to be mined. Several neighbors at­ tended the meeting and dis­ cussed the need for reclama­ tion to begin. Moffat noted that only 6 or 7 acres of the 106 acre site have been dis­ turbed and the reclamation trigger does not fire until 10 acres. Once work begins at the site. Moffat will monitor the noise levels. He reported that there have been no com­ plaints about operations at the site. The owners were encour­ aged to try to speedup re­ moval of material from the site since the time it is tak­ ing may be an even bigger issue when the company re­ turns for another two year extension in 2004. The next meeting of the Thornapplc Township Plan­ ning commission is June 17 at 7 p.m. in the Township Hall Ice cream at Lee If its Ice Cream, it must be spring at Lee Elemen­ tary. The Scoop made the journey up Main Street to serve sundaes, with sprinkles and chocolate sauce (or without.) This is one sweet tradi­ tion these second-graders will remember. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues TK schools show proactive spirit To the editor: I recently had the privi­ lege of attending a Thomapple Kellogg special school board meeting to discuss the proposed renovations to the existing schools. I came away really im­ pressed with all the pro­ posed changes. My only Somebody impersonated Middleville president To the editor: I wrote a letter last week concerning trash pick-up day in Middleville and Village President Lon Myers. Tuesday afternoon. May 21), Lon Myers paid me a visit at my home. Imagine my surprise when I realized this was not the same person I’d spoken to the previous week! As a matter of fact, the real Lon Myers was at his job Friday morning at 10; 30 a.m, the time when the impersonator told me he was Lon Myers! Clearly, the man I spoke with was afraid to give his real name when I asked for it, because I had to ask him twice. Shame on him for giving the name of a person who was absolutely innocent in this matter and perhaps causing untold problems for him. Mr. Myers advised me that he would attempt to find out who used his name and I wish him luck in this matter. Mollie Fitzhenry, Middleville concern was the lack of at­ tendance by other commu­ nity members. Our local public schools are a constant source of pride. I encourage all citizens to take a look at the proposed changes. I'm sure they will be as im­ pressed as I am. As many of us can attest to. the Middleville commu­ nity is experiencing tremen­ dous growth. A by-product of this growth is an ever-in­ creasing population of kids. As the school system strives to meet the needs of its cur­ rent students, it also must have an eye on the future. In order for our school system to continue to provide a quality education for our children the additions and renovations need to be made. I would like to applaud the school board, admini­ stration team and teachers for having the vision to be proactive and look at our ex­ isting schools and plan for the future. I can think of no better way to spend my tax money then on our schools. Andv Pridgeon. Middleville Philip A. Mathias MIDDLEVILLE - Philip A. Mathias, age 85. of Mid­ dleville and Bushnell. Fla., passed away May 19. 2002. Philip served in the U.S. Army in World War II and retired from the Michigan Air National Guard in 1978. Mr. Mathias was employ­ ed for 42 years by Michigan Consolidated Gas Company. He was preceded in death by his wife. Esther (Karl) Mathias. Mr. Mathias is survived by his sons. Philip (Karen) Mathias of The Villages. Fla.. Gerald (Marjorie) Mathias of Middleville; grandchildren. Andrew and Peter Mathias of Middle­ ville; sister. Emma Toth of Taylor. Ml; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville, at 10 a.m on Thursday. May 30. 2002. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alz heimer’s Association of West Michigan. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. ATTENTION TO AARP MEMBERS The frosting is over It's time to get growing. Before we know it it's going to be snowing! Come to us for all your planting needs! 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Jennifer Burks pitched an outstanding game in the opener, allowing only two hits and one walk with two strikeouts. “Our defense really backed up our pitching, committing no errors.” TK coach Tammy Olmsted said. “This is the type of softball that they have been capable of playing all year, but we have not been able to put everything together. “I have a talented group of softball players and they are only getting better eve­ ryday.” Middleville stranded run­ ners in each of the first three innings. In the bottom of the sixth. Lacey Patterson hit a shot to right field that Beld­ ing misplayed, allowing her to advance to second. Ash­ ley Aspinall laid down a great bunt to advance Patter­ son to third, and with two outs. Sarah Koval ripped a triple into left center to score the game’s only run. TK’s defense then came through, putting the heart of their order out 1-2-3. “1 told the girls early on in the game that it was going to be decided on errors,” Olmsted said. “We didn't make any errors in this game.” The Trojans carried the momentum into the second game and completed the sweep. Koval took to the hill and scattered five hits and four walks with three strike­ outs for the win. “Our defense committed three errors but made some outstanding plays to make up for them,” Olmsted said. After a shaky first three innings. TK closed to within 2-1 when Ashley Carter sin­ gled and advanced to third on wild pitches. Cary Mid­ dlebush knocked a single to right center to drive in the run. Over the remaining four innings, the Trojans buckled down and only allowed two ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES. TOYS, HOUSEHOLD. 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Carter was then hit by a pitch and stole second. With two runners in scoring posi­ tion. Gina Niemchick smacked a single up the middle to score Koval. The Trojans finished with nine hits. “This sort of week has al­ ways been within our reach, but we beat ourselves with errors,” Olmsted said. “This team has a never-give-up at­ titude. If we keep'our errors to a minimum, we’ll collect a few more wins.” TK 6, Godwin 4 The Trojans topped God­ win on May 15. Jennifer Burks was the winning pitcher. “(Burks) pitched very well and our defense backed her up,” Coach Olmsted said. TK scored two runs in the first off singles by Megan Dutcher, Sarah Koval and Gina Niemchick. Godwin answered with three quick runs in the second before Ashley Aspinall sparked the defense, catching the first out and making a spectacu­ lar throw from center field to home plate where Ashley Carter tagged out a runner. The fired-up Trojans re­ took the lead with two more runs off a double by Lacey Patterson and a single by Aspinall. In the bottom of the fifth. Koval led off with a single, followed by base hits from Carter and Niemchick. sparking two more runs. "We really needed this win,” Olmsted said. “The girls are working so hard, but the wins are even harder to come by this year. “I keep telling them to be­ lieve in themselves and things will turn our way.” Coopersville 6, TK 2 The Trojans lost a 2-0 lead and Coopersville got six runs on four errors to pull out the win on May 13. “Errors hurt us again,” Olmsted said. “We made eight of them, and we only had four hits. Ashley Aspinall and Ash­ ley Carter got on base three of their four at-bats. Call 945-9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. BODY SHOP' "cue meet hy accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey �The Sun and News M»dd»eviMe Ml/May 28. 2002/Page 19 Scot baseball earns split with Lakewood The Caledonia varsity baseball team gave further indication of how far it has come this season by earning a split with state-ranked I>akcwood on May 21. The Scots lost the opener 8-2 before taking the night­ cap 13-8. No further details were available by press time. I^ikewfxxi. ranked as high as No. 1 in Division 2 this season, was ranked sec­ ond in the most recent poll. The district playoffs arc next up for Caledonia, and the Scots the hosts. The pre­ district game is today at 5 p.m. Semifinals are Saturday beginning at 10 a.m., with the district championship game to follow at approxi­ mately 3:30 p.m. Caledonia is joined at the district by Byron Center, Middleville, South Christian and Wayland ( aledonui 9, GR Union 3 Stu Kohl pitched a fourhitter over seven innings for this win over Union on May 20. Adam Puricclli went 2for-3 (triple), Bruce Jackson 2-2 (double) and Mike Klein 1 -1 at the plate. < a led onia 2nd at Wooden Bat Tourney Caledonia brought home the runner-up trophy from the Wooden Bat Tourna­ ment at Byron Center on May 17. fhc Scots scored twice in the first inning and held on for a 2-1 win over Belding in the opener. Nick Slot, Bruce Jackson and Stu Kohl combined to pitch a three-hitter. Nick Slot and Travis Slot scored the runs. In the championship game, Byron Center scored two in the fourth and five in the sixth cn route to an 8-0 win over the Scots. JV Report The Caledonia JV base­ ball team lost 12-2 to Union. The Scots fired out of the gate, scoring one run in both the first and second innings, but Union shut them down after that and ended it in the bottom of the sixth. Chad Sevensma and Bob Blakeslee (BB) had hits for Caledonia. Ben Toth (1-3) took the loss on the hill (3 1/3 IP. 4 ER. 2 K. 5 BB) and Jeff De­ Lange came on in relief (2 2/3 IP. 5 ER. 1 K. 8 BB) The team committed two er­ rors. Frosh Report The Caledonia freshman baseball lost to Hudsonville 3-1 on May 21. Nyck Steiner had two hits. Dennis Kohl. Pat Re­ gan. Kelan Donahue. Sieve Gillard and Blake Wolf had had a double and two RBls, and Nick Simon had two hits and an RBI. Nyck Stei­ ner. Steve Gillard. Kevin Schiefla. Joe Kucharski and Kelon Donahue had one hit apiece. Steve Gillard picked up the pitching win to improve to 4-2 on the year. JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES Hastings Mutual fair Insurance Company Caledonia's Bruce Jackson pitches to Lakewood s Carlos Rodnguez in a doubleheader on May 21. The Scots split with the state-ranked Vikings. 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Dennis Kohl (1-5) took the loss, but all three Hud­ sonville runs were unearned. The freshmen stand at 10-12 on the season. The frosh beat East Grand Rapids 8-6 on May 20. Dennis Kohl had two hits and two RBls. Doug Burch Prairie Plants August 11 Late summer is when the prairie is in full swing, walk through the prairie and learn about our native plants Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Glacial Geology August 25 Walk along our esker ridge and visit our kettle lake to see the beauty that the ice age left behind and how the glacier still influences our habitats From Hastings take M-37 south approximately 11 man to W Cloverdale Road turn west, travel approximately 4 mdei We are located on the south side of the road Registration Form Name__ Address. City____ State__ Phone_ Member $3 00 Individual Non-Member $5 00 $6.00 $10.00 Please indicate all dates attending: □ August 11 □ August 25 □ Please make checks payable to Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Pierce Cedar Creek institute Natural History Hikes 701 W Cloverdale Rd Hastings. Ml 49058 Call (616) 721-4473 wvrth questions or more information. Be prepared to get wet and muddy �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middlevihe. Ml/May 28. 2002 Scot golfers win regional The Caledonia varsity girls’ golf team moved up a division this year, but that didn't keep the Lady Scots from a return trip to the state finals. Caledonia won the Divi­ sion 2 regional tournament at The Moors in Portage on May 20 to eam a spot in the state meet this Friday and Saturday at Forest Akers East on MSU's campus. The Scots placed second in the slate last year in Division 3. Amy Jo Leatherman fol­ lowed up her win in the O-K Gold conference tourney with individual honors at the regional, firing an 82 to pace a team round of 346. Lauri Leatherman placed second, one stroke back at 83. Kelli and Katie Leather- man shot 90 and 91 respec­ tively. Erin Samuels carded a round of 100. Leathermans All-Conference The O-K Gold All-Con­ ference golf team became something of a family affair thanks to Caledonia's stellar golfers. Amy Jo. Kelli and Lauri Leatherman were all unani­ mous All-Conference selec­ tions for 2002. and Katie Leatherman received honor­ able mention accolades. Amy Jo had a league av­ erage of 40.9, Lauri's was 40.7 and Kelli's was 44.1. Caledonia’s Kelli Leatherman (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK soccer wins 1st conference championship in OT nail-biter Caledonia’s Katie Leatherman. (Photo by Perry Hardin) New coach, from pg. 1 ela Carpenter (CHS teacher), Kate Lcnnington (CMS Spanish teacher), Scan Bacon (Emmons l^akc teacher), Judi Ferguson (class sponsor), Ken Dcmcusc (junior varsity girls’ basketball coach) and Carol Gcss (class advisor). Transfers of personnel have been accepted as such: Barb Fink (from .8 Occupa­ tional Therapist to 1.0), Melissa Walbridge (from 1.0 HS teacher to .6 HS teacher) and Deb Greenhoe (from 4 teacher TMI/DE to 1.0 teacher TM1/DE). Some Like it HOT!!! Everyone Likes r 95 Buick Regal 18 V-6. 65K miles, clean car ? c 00 Ford Focus SE / 4 floor. Sony Limned ediuon On/y c98 Pont Grand Am GTt’ r 00 Chevy Venture > / 4 Ayr. V4, auto CD. winroof Only ✓ . TK’s Rachel Clinton (14). (Photo by Perry Har­ din) After finishing second to Calvin Christian in the first three years of the O-K Blue girls’ soccer league’s exis­ tence, the Middleville var­ sity finally won the confer­ ence tournament with a sweet 2-1 overtime victory at Calvin on May 22. Both teams came out swinging to start the game but neither side could find the back of the net until the closing moments of the first half. The opportunistic Squires sprung a counter-at­ tack and finished the chance for a 1-0 halftime lead. The Trojans stayed cool and stuck with their game plan in the second half. The TK’s Stephanie Simon (above) sent the Blue championship game into overtime, where Michelle May finally finished off the Squires. (Photo by Perry Hardin) pressure finally resulted in a penalty kick, but a great save by the Squire keeper stopped senior Michelle May’s spot kick. The Trojans continued to press, and the tension mounted. With only minutes left in the game, junior wing Stephanie Simon sent the Middleville faithful into a frenzy with the equalizer. Simon gathered a loose ball in heavy traffic in the Calvin goalmouth and bur­ ied the opportunity, sending the contest into a nail-biting 15-minute sudden-death Continued next page 4 door. V-6 I *237 c02 Chevy Trailblazer GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 891 "8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevilla • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/May 28. 2002/Page 21 Caledonia softball named Academic All-State Caledonia's varsity softball team has received Aca­ demic All-State accolades for 2002. To qualify, a team must have a combined GPA of 3.0. Caledonia's combined GPA was 3.4. Three Lady Scots were named to the individual Academic All-State Team, including Mary Sandtveit (4.0). Amanda Martin (4.0) and Shelby King (4.0). Caledonia (6-23 overall) opens the district playoffs today at home against South Christian at 5 p.m. Caledo­ nia is also the location for Saturday's district semifi­ nals and finals, beginning at 10 a.m. Lakewood sweeps Caledonia dropped a pair Trojan golfers named All-Blue Middleville seniors Wendy Mickelwait (in cap) and Kristen Weaver were named All-Confer­ ence in the O-K Blue. The Trojans finished seventh in the regional at Binder Park in Battle Creek with a team round of 439. Affordable Lawn Care Providing over 14 years of professional experience! For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 •r email: afferteble lawncire@mtmail.caa Get Readv tor Summer!! »ina«mV*rSi.K.C*A«i No Enrollment Fee Savings of $25.00 Expires June 1, 2CV2 Must have Coupim Offer Valid on I Year and 1 Month membership* of games to Lakewood on May 21. 13-2 and 4-1. In the first game, fresh­ man Lauren Hanna moved up from the JV for the start and took the loss. “Lauren pitched a strong game for us. but mental mis­ takes and Lakewood's great hitting caused us to fall be­ hind early and we just couldn't recover." Caledonia coach Tom Kaechele said. Caledonia scored its first run in the first inning on a double by Julie Wicks and an RBI base hit by Mary Sandtveit. The Scots scored again in the fifth off a base hit by Brianna Hormel and a double by Amanda Martin. In the second game. Sandtveit pitched a great game, allowing just one earned run "Without two errors that led to three unearned runs in the third inning, this would have been a different game.” Kaechele said. Caledonia scored its only run in the top of the fifth on a base hit by Cristen Adams and a triple by Wicks. Park 10. Caledonia 0 Caledonia traveled to con­ ference champion Wyoming Park on Mav 22 and lost 100. Park’s Amanda Vasquez held Caledonia to just two "We set our goat at trying to win six games this year, and we worked hard to reach Scot tennis 3rd at regionals Caledonia’s Mary Sandtveit. (Photo by Perry Hardin) hits by Mary Sandtveit and Amanda Martin. “Lauren Hanna took the loss but pitched well for us,” Coach Kaechele said. “We played well with them the first three innings and then they took advantage of a couple of our mistakes and began to hit the ball.” Caledonia ended the con­ ference season tied for sev­ enth place with a 3-13 re­ cord. The Caledonia varsity boys' tennis team topped off the 2002 season with a thirdplace finish at the Division 3 regional meet at East Grand Rapids on May 17. F.GR swept all the flights for a perfect winning score of 32 points. South Christian placed second with 17. and Caledonia and Wyoming Park tied with 13. Kyler Pentecost earned a runner-up medal at No. 3 singles as he defeated play­ ers from Godwin and Wayland before losing to East Grand Rapids in the final. Andrew Blanchard de­ feated Godwin at 2 singles and Kayle Hinkle defeated Godwin at 4 singles. Mike Napper and Devin TePastte defeated Mid­ dleville at 1 doubles. Kyle Ullery and Tim Stouffer beat Hastings at 2 doubles. Mike Ogle and Matt Paarlberg beat Rogers at 3 dou­ bles. and Mike Morgan and Mike Krieger defeated By­ ron Center at 4 doubles. Scots 5th in Gold Caledonia placed fifth in the O-K Gold conference tournament on May 10. leaving the Scots in fourth place overall. The No. 3 doubles, team of Mike Ogle and Matt Paarlberg earned a confer­ ence championship by de­ feating South Christian in the final in three tough sets 2-6. 6-3 and 6-4. Northview 7, Caledonia I The Scots closed out their dual meet season on May 14 with a loss to Northview. Mike Ogie and Matt . Paarlberg were the only Caledonia winners (6-4. 64). Private Roads, Parking Lots. Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Scots fall 1-0 in Gold soccer final Unity Christian held off visiting Caledonia 1-0 on May 22 to win the O-K Gold varsity girls’ soccer tourney. The game was as even as it sounds from start to finish, with the Lady Scots match­ ing the state-ranked Crusad­ ers step for step. Caledonia ■nearly tied the game with 1:30 left in regulation, but the chance carried over the crossbar. “Unity is a strong team.” Caledonia coach Kate Selke said. “We played really hard and basically shut down their two best players. It was very close.” The Scots (I I-6) now turn their attention to the district playoffs tonight at East Grand Rapids, where they’ll that." Kaechele said. “It's something we can build on for next year.” take on Grand Rapids Chris­ tian at 8 p.m. Six Scots All-Conference Four Caledonia soccer players were named All­ Conference in the O-K Gold for 2002, and two more earned honorable mention status. Kelley Jackson, Hannah Cooley, Tricia Miedema and Erin Peacy garnered All­ Conference honors. Ashley Frazier and Carlie Sanxter earned the honorable-men­ tion nods. 4518 Division Wayland. Ml 49348 Office 616-877-4435 PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL SlO/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON S DOZING 616 795 7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/HHiJ!»H CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS From previous page overtime. Both teams cre­ ated exciting scoring oppor­ tunities. but as time wound down, the game seemed des­ tined for another overtime period. May had other ideas. With under two minutes remaining in the first OT, May lofted the Shot Heard Round the Blue, an brilliant volley from 30 yards out over the out stretched fin­ gertips of the Calvin goalie, giving the Trojans the game and the tourney title. Middleville now takes its 12-5-1 record into the dis­ trict playoffs, beginning to­ day with a home game at 4 p.m. against South Chris­ tian. Creating Independence for People With Disabilities THIRTEENTH ANNUAL CALEDONIA AMBUCS CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC (8 a.m. Shotgun Start) JUNE 21, 2002 SASKATOON GOLF CLUB INCLUDES: 18 Hole String Scramble with Golf Cart Coffee & Donuts (am)------ Burger & Brat Luncheon (pm) Door Prize* for Everyone AWARDS: (Based on Score) COST: 1st Place $500 $300 - 4 Person Team 2nd Place $250 $75 - Individual �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/May 28 2002 Trojan tennis sends 3 of 4 singles to regional semis The Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg varsity boys’ tennis team wrapped up its 30th winning season in 32 years by placing fifth in the Division 3 regional at East Grand Rapids on May 17. East Grand Rapids ran away with the title, scoring a maximum-possible 32 points. South Christian was second with 17, Caledonia and Wyoming Park tied for third with 13. and TK tied with Wayland for fifth with 9. Three out of four Trojan singles flights made it to the semifinals before losing to higher seeds. Senior Kevin Schmitz, seeded third at No. 1 singles, beat Rogers 6-4 and 6-1 before losing to sec­ ond-seed Patrick Kane of l^akcwood 6-4 and 6-1. Fourth-seeded Brad Bender beat Rogers 6-1 and 6-2, then lost to EGR 6-1,60. Fourth-seeded Tyler James won over Wyoming Park 6-1 and 6-4 at 4 singles The Middleville United Methodist Handbell Choir added some class to the TK Staff Talent Show. SADD talent show raises $200 at TK High School TK's Randy Tobias. (Photo by Perry Hardin) before losing to secondseeded South Christian 6-2, 6-3. 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The 3 doubles team of Dave McAllister and An­ drew Timm and the 4 dou­ bles team of lan Seger and Randy Tobias both lost their first-round matches to Wyo­ ming Park. Schmitz finished a solid season 15-9. Bender was also 15-9. James was 16-8, and McAllister and Timm went 13-9 at 3 doubles. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Students Against De­ structive Decisions (SADD) held a fun talent show May 16 in the high school audito­ rium. This staff talent and “fol­ lies” show focused on fam­ ily entertainment, featuring staff, student and commu­ nity members. “It was lots of fun and we raised slightly more than $200,” adviser Joe Pellerito said. The Middleville United Methodist Church’s hand­ bell choir gave a certain re­ spectability, to the show with two performances, in­ cluding “Over the Rainbow” and more spiritual selec­ tions. Participants included high school staff members Susan Repiogle, who sang “You’ve Got a Friend,” Joe Pellerito and his wife Judy who performed the “Ptl- lerito Power” magic show, and Tricia Rickert, who in­ vited the audience to “Hit Me with Your Best Shot.” George Dudik did his best Hootic and the Blow­ fish imitation with “Let Her Cry.” Vicki Marsh and Mary Weaver combined their tal­ ents with “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Students and the entire cast joined in an enthusiastic performance of “YMCA” as a grand finale. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTIONM! Reach over 11,000 area homes Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 '■■'“’ZT Appointments Available in Caledonia Jim Buer Construction Planning a garage sale? Services, Inc. Call945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 to place pour Sun a NewsMTIONM and reach over 11,300 homes. 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The girls, both fifth grad­ ers at Kettle Lake Elemen­ tary. are members of the Greater Grand Rapids Fig­ ure Skating Club which sent forty skaters, including seven local athletes to the competition. "I was really happy when 1 found out that 1 won," said Sweeney who skated her way to a gold medal in pre­ preliminary freestyle with a medley of polka music. Sweeney, who is coached by April Treado, the director of the Greater Grand Rapids Figure Skating Club, also earned a third place medal for pre-preliminary compul­ sory moves on Thursday. "She skated great." said Treado. "She went out there and had fun." "I was really excited." said Morrow earned first place ordinals from all three judges with her pre-juvenile freestyle program featuring a medley of tunes from. "A Chorus Line." Morrow also garnered a first place medal for her pre­ juvenile compulsory pro­ gram with two first and one third place ordinals from the judges. "Chelsea did very well with both of her programs." said Morrow's coach Scott Chiamulera. Also placing well in the competition were Alexandra and Steven Schwartz, sea­ sonal residents of Alto. Ste­ ven placed fifth with his juvenile/open juvenile short program and third in the boys juvenile freestyle. Al­ exandra placed fourth with both her long and short nov­ ice programs and moved on to finals where she finished seventh. "It was one of our better competitions," said Treado. "Everyone skated well and they're ready to come back and start working hard for our competition (the Grand Rapids Open) next month." "I think all the skaters did very well regardless of where they placed," said Chiamulera. "The important thing is how they feel when they get off the ice. Do they feel like they skated well? Do they feel like their skat­ ing has improved? That's what's important." 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Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... 99* GET 8X10 "”’"$^95 ENLARGEMENTS Caledonia’s Tim Ross served notice that he’s warming up for Satur­ day’s state meet by clock­ ing a 9:15.4 in the 3200 at the John Bos Invitational on May 23, which was nearly 36 seconds faster than his nearest competi­ tor. Caledonia's Angie Maxey has pulled herself to new heights in the pole vault, clearing a school-re­ cord 10-9 so far this season. Blaay placed second in the high jump (6-2). James An­ derson was fourth in the shot put (49-6). Seth Temple took fifth in the pole vault (13-6), and Jim Haisma was sixth in the 3(M) hurdles (42.2). The 400 relay team of Steve Marion. Kyle Klyn. Nate Van Enk and Pat O’Connor took sixth in 45.2, and the 16IX) relay team of Braydon Dahlberg, Jon Hckman, Ryan Fitzsimmons and O’Connor was sixth in 3:32.9. The Division 2 state meet is this Saturday at House­ man Field in Grand Rapids. JV Report The Fighting Scot JV track teams placed first and second at; the O-K Gold Conference JV Meet at Sparta on May 21. The JV boys tied for first place with Cedar Springs at 121 points, followed by Kenowa Hills (86), Sparta (85), Wayland (68), Unity Chris­ tian (25), South Christian SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Ask about the Printing Plus Club Card for extra value! SPECIALTY PAPERS SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES Stretch your chess skills COPIES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FBI S:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 BMI (18) and Wyoming Park (0), • Taking first places for the boys were Nick DeVries in the high hurdles (16.9). Tom Daniels in the 100 dash (11.9) and 200 dash (24.8). the 400 meter relay (Mike Mesecar. DeVries. Scan Morgan and Daniels in 47.3) and the 800 meter relay (Mesecar. Morgan. Daniels and Andv Wisnewski in 1:39.5). The JV girls placed sec­ ond with 113 points, just two points behind Unity Christian (115) and followed by Sparta (64), Cedar Springs (60). Wayland (57), South Christian (48), Kenowu Hills (12) and Wyo­ ming Park (0). Placing first for the l^idy Scots were Mindy Bode in the discus (92-3), Leslie Ra­ dar in the shot put (31-4 1/2), Kady Dingman in the 200 (29.7), the 800 relay team (Korin Hollinshead, Katie Hekman, Becca Jac­ ques and Dingman in 2:01.5) and the 400 relay team (Hollinshead, Nicole Minier, Jacques and Ding­ man in 57.4). TK’s Tim Brog (left) and Caledonia's Patrick Spitzley (far right) race stde by side in the 3200 at the John Bos Invitational on May 23. The Heritage Days com­ mittee invites local chess players to sign up for the Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment scheduled for Satur­ day, Sept. 7. Ihts second an­ nual tournament will feature games for children kinder­ garten through middle school. An adult division has also been added. The cost is a $5 registra­ tion fee per player. The tour­ nament will be held at Page Elementary School at 1 p.m. Space is limited and early egistration is encouraged. Call Sue Rietman at 7951606 with questions or to get a registration form. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-06-04.pdf f6caa05c8937dcf312311ec45c025be7 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 0W0W00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 indNe Yoi,r Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville. Michiaan 49333 No. 232/June 4, 2002 Three to seek 2 seats on Caledonia board by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Three candidates will vie for two open four-year seats on the Caledonia Board of Education in the annual school elections Monday, June 10. The candidates are incum­ bent Bernie Nagel and two newcomers. Steve Zoet and Ken Yonker. Ken Yonker has been a resident of Caledonia since he was of middle school age. A couple of his brothers graduated from Caledonia, but Yonker himself is a graduate of South Christian High School. He is the owner of Yonker Landscap­ ing. based out of Caledonia. He and his wife, Amy, are the parents of Eric, 20, a Caledonia graduate who is attending Northwestern Uni­ versity of Ohio; ninth-grad­ ers Jason, 14, Matthew, 14, and Kaitlyn, who will be at­ tending kindergarten next year. Q: What do you feel are your qualifications as a trus­ tee for the Caledonia Board of Education? A: “My ability to work with people. (As a business owner he works with a wide variety of people.) My love for education and the inter­ Steve Zoet Ken Yonker Bernie Nagel est (I have) in the Caledonia schools. And working on other boards, both at a state and regional level.” Q. What particular expertise/background do you have that you feel will help you as a trustee? A: “As a business owner, the training that I have in working with people, it’s ongoing. It will help me when working with teachers, the community and staff. Also, the connections that I have made while being on other boards. “I’ve served two. threeyear terms on the Grand Rapids Nursery and Land­ scape Association Board. I was the president of the board for the last year. I just finished a three-year term on the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association Board. I’m still on the legis­ lation board. “We work on a lot of state legislation and with lobby­ ists. Once a year we make it a point to visit each state representative and senator. We work with the Depart­ ment of Agriculture real closely.” Q: How did you prepare for the upcoming election? A: “I ran three years ago for the board. At that time I was able to get acquainted with the system. For the past three years I have been stay­ ing on top of a lot of issues in general. I have been working on the Advisory Committee for the new high school. And I have spent Area celebrates Memorial Day Members of Caledonia’s American Legton Post #305 stand at the ready tor the beginning of the ceremony at Holy Comers Cemetery time in the schools. As a mentor in the high school. I have had the opportunity to meet a lot of the staff.” Q: What are the top issue(s) you would like to see the School Board ad­ dress if you were elected? A: "The top issue, 1 think, is to make sure we stay fis­ cally sound. That’s one area that I’m going to be focus­ ing on, so I can help them with that issue. “We are also going to be facing transitioning into the new high school. And along with that there is going to be a lot of new technology on the market in the next few years. I want to focus on training the staff, teachers and students so the imple­ mentation goes smoother. “I want to build and work on a communication net­ work with the community. I want to see the community become more involved in their school. Because it is their school.” Q: Is there anything that you would like to sec the School Board do differ­ ently? A: “I would like to see them review the policy about the process of build­ ing a new building. I think it has to be looked at” Q: What do you think the See school board, page 2 Former Middleville village manager dies at age of 83 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The death of Ernie Ball, 83, on May 30 has left a large hole in his family. But the Middleville community has also suffered the loss of an individual who was re­ sponsible for the shape of the area. Ball served on the fire de­ partment for 30 years. On his retirement as fire chief in 1976 he was surprised by an outpouring of sentiment from friends and colleagues. More than 200 gathered at the fire station with laughter and some tall tales and a few tears. When he retired as village manager in 1984 after 24 years of service his praises were again heard. At that time, while he hoped to travel with his wife Dorothy, he pledged to be of assis­ tance to the village in what­ ever capacity he could. In 1992 he fulfilled that promise and returned as in­ terim manager when his re­ placement, Kit Roon had to resign for health reasons. Bail is survived by his wife Dorothy, daughters Cheryl Myers and Chris K. Mugndge and son Earnest. He has five grandchildren and seven great grandchil­ dren and three sisters Ethel Howerzyl, Margaret Izenhoff and Enid Schiutman. His many nieces and neph­ ews will miss him as well. Service to the community became a family tradition with his daughter Cheryl serving on the village plan­ ning commission, daughter Chris working for the vil­ lage and son-in-law Lon, the Ernie Ball on right is shown accepting a plaque during his retirement dinner from Middleville Village manager Kit Roon in 1984. This picture was origi­ nally published in the Sun and News on May 10, 1984. Ball died May 30 at the aqe of 83. current Village President. Services were held yester­ day, Monday June 3 at the Beeler Funeral Home with Rev. Stanley Finkbeiner of­ ficiating. Ball is interred in Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Thornapplc Township Emergency Serv­ ices or to the Home of Hope Hospice. In This Issue • Attorney General may join probe in Wayland teen’s drug death • CHS seniors graduate with faith and humor • 2 and 214 graduate Sunday at TK • Ross ends career with 2 more state running titles • Scot golfers win state championship �r ncP'TC/v»> ’>'1W *>-»« "«4? ***T Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 4. 2002 School board, continued from page 2 School Board is doing cor­ rectly? A: “I think that as a whole, they’ve created a very good balance of com­ munication with the staff and administration. “Also, their reaction to creating a safe school envi­ ronment. They’ve done it with a real cool head.” Steve Zoet has been a resident of Caledonia for 40 years. He and his wife, Jill, have four children. Lucas, 19, a Caledonia graduate, now attending Michigan State University: Rachel 16, Mary, 14 and Ethan. 12. Zoet is a retired teacher from Coopersville. He now works as a general contrac­ tor out of Caledonia. He also works for Muller’s paint a couple of days a week. Q: What do you feel are your qualifications as a trus­ tee for the Caledonia Board of Education? A: “My experience in education. My ability to work with other people. I’m a long-time resident in the Caledonia area. I’m aware of the community.” Q: What particular expertisc/background do you have that you feel will help you as a trustee? A: “Again, my educa­ tional experience and being aware of what really affects a classroom. The knowledge 1 have of how the school system works.” Q: How did you prepare for the upcoming election? A: “I’ve read up on things. I have been aware of budget type things the state has done. 1 don’t think that Proposal A is working (like it should). I still think the local school system should have more direction in their education system than the state does.” Q: What are the top issue(s) you would like to see the School Board ad­ dress if you were elected? A: “1 would like to work on a cooperative manage­ ment style between the un­ ion. administration and man­ agement. I think that all de­ cisions should involve the representation of all parties in the school, which would be the union, administration, support staff and the board. “There’s a system of management that’s called Total Quality Management. A lot of the auto industry has gone into that style of management or decision making process. Budget is­ sues play right into the deci­ sion making process. “I want to work on staff development. I like to see a lot of workshops available; possibly some release time (for the teachers) from class­ room duties to go to them. This is so that staff can be current, get rejuvenated and bring their training back to the classroom.” Q: Is there anything that Contempo Salon Gift Certificates for Dads & Grads 3 Massage Therapists 2 Weeks Unlimited Tanning $20.00 ■ I Contempo Salon *4^ Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1093 ’’ , 2001 -2002 fit it Salcn On Jht Jown 'IHaqojint you would like to see the School Board do differ­ ently? A: “To be personally aware of what is going on in the schools by visiting the schools, classrooms and staff more frequently. Not just be a policy making body — open the avenues of com­ munication.” Q: What do you think the School Board is doing cor­ rectly? A: “I'd like to withhold an opinion because of my lack of awareness of what actually goes on at board sessions besides the general board meetings.” Any additional remarks? “I’d just want to encour­ age the voters to get out there and vote on June 10. I think we have some changes coming to Caledonia, finan­ cially and curriculum wise and we could use some new input.” Bernard (Bernie) Nagel, the incumbent, has been a resident of Caledonia for 25 years. He has been a courier for Federal Express for 15 years. He and his wife, Debra, have four children, all of whom are Caledonia High School graduates: John, 28. Shanda. 26, Jason, 21, and Brooke, 20, who is currently attending Grand Rapids Community College. Q: What do you feel are your qualifications as a trus­ tee for the Caledonia Board of Education? A: “My knowledge and experience as a past board member. (Nagel has been a board member for 16 years.) I’ve seen what our school has been through, the tradi­ tions we’ve built, what we’ll need to educate for the 21st century.” Q: What particular expertise/background do you have that you feel help you as a trustee? Eagle Scout hopeful dedicates memorial at Dutton Cemetery Michael Baron took an important step closer on Me­ morial Day to achieving his goal of being an Eagle Scout. At a special ceremony Monday, May 27, held at the Dutton Cemetery on Hanna Lake Avenue, Gaines Town­ ship, Baron and scouts rep­ resenting Caledonia Troop #202 joined the Caledonia American Legion, family and friends as a veterans memorial was dedicated. Baron began his Eagle Scout project a year ago. long before anyone would associate Sept. 11 with an attack on the United States. He has grown up attending Memorial Day services and watching his grandfather march in the annual parade. As a scout, he said it both­ ered him that there was no memorial at the Dutton Cemetery. So when it came time to decide on an Eagle project, the decision was easy. With support from the Caledonia American Legion. Gaines Township, the Gaines United Brethren Church. Patten Monuments of Hastings. Troop #202. Apol’s Landscaping, family and friends, the project took shape. The monument itself is a large stone with a dedication plaque inscribed, "Dedicated to the men and women who served in the armed forces" and the symbols of the five branches of service. A: “I’ve been a business owner; managed and run my own dairy farm. I’ve been on the Personnel Committee for 15 years for Caledonia. My wife and I are very ac­ tive in our church and I’ve been active in different of­ fices for Peace Reformed Church. I’ve spent a lot of time helping out wherever I could.” Q: How did you prepare for the upcoming election? A: “Besides my experi­ ence from having been on the board, I continue to be very involved at the school. I spend hours a week in meetings for the school.” Q: What are the top issue(s) you would like to see the School Board ad­ dress if you were re-elected? A: “One of the biggest (issues) would be the budget. How we are going to afford to educate children when we’re locked in by Proposal A; when there isn’t money to do that. We have to educate students and hire teachers on a set budget. We face ever-increasing costs. An example is that we ha­ ven’t raised the per-building amount (an allotment for each building to spend) in seven years. It gets tougher and tougher. “Also, education has changed. We need to look at how we are going to educate our children to function globally, to make sure our students are meeting differ­ ent employment needs (in their future). We have to have personalized learning and a challenge for all kids. We need small class sizes, good teachers and continued parent involvement.” Q: Is there anything that you would like to see the School Board do differ­ ently? A: “I feel that we could be more responsive at times. Sometimes people have to wait three or four weeks (for an answer) and once in a while they feel left out. When people have a con­ cern, I’d like to give them a quick answer. But we do have a set policy; (questions and concerns) have to go through certain channels. “1 worked hard on the (re­ sponse system) for sports. You can’t go out on a field and yell at somebody in front of everyone. There really wasn’t anyone to go to with concerns before. Now we have the athletic di­ rector.” Q: What do you think the School Board is doing cor­ rectly: A: “Something that has just been agreed on is that each school board member will adopt two schools. The meetings and functions (of those two buildings) will be ours. Each member is choos­ ing two so that if one (mem­ ber) can’t make it, the other member is still available. “The professionalism of teachers and administration that we’ve hired. I think that’s something else we’re doing right. And the way we challenge kids. Caledonia kids become life-long learn­ ers.” Any additional remarks: “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to work for the school board another four years. I really love kids and I will always put the kids first.” �The Sun and New*. Middtevtfa. MVJune 4. 2002/Page 3 East Town Homes to host open house June 6, 7 & 8 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Amy DeKlcine is really excited about the open house for the townhouses at East Town Homes on Irving Road in Middleville. “I know that people will really be surprised to see ail that we offer.” Builder Jay DeKleine and his brother Jacob (Amy's husband) arc busy making sure that the first town­ houses are ready to be shown to visitors during the open house on Thursday and Friday, June 6 and 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, June 8 from 1-3 p.m. Amy is responsible for filling the planters outside the homes. Jay reminds first time home buyers that the town­ houses are an excellent way to build equity and have . good resale value when owners are ready to buy up. The two bedroom units have a kitchen, dining and living areas on the first floor of about 480 square feet. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bath. There is also an unfinished basement. Each town house has a one stall, lockable un­ attached garage. All the DeKleines are proud of the quality of the workmanship in the homes. Jay has been a builder for more than 10 years. Units have either a day­ light or a walkout basement. There will also be a well landscaped common area once the entire 22 unit de­ velopment is completed. Pets are allowed. The open house will in­ clude a tour of a town house. discussion of options, infor­ mation about mortgages with Cindy Ordway from Main Street Savings Bank in Hastings and even refresh­ ments. East Tow n Homes are in the Thornapple Kellogg School District. The town houses are convenient to vil­ lage living and are close to the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail and area parks. For more information contact Amy at 616-2996790 or 616-583-5000, ext. 207. Incumbents run unopposed at TK The entries are welcoming at each of the East Town town houses. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly web Site At www.millarrMlaBtata.net Middleville/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (616) 795-3305 Kay Stolsonburg GR1.CRS. Amoc Broker 4 Sales Manager Kim Selleck 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GRI 795-4470 Al Kulikauskas 838-7282 Carole Schievink 672-7405 I MILLER MEANS Miller REAL ESTATE LHhiiiJo IMO Mike Humphreys, CRS. GRI Broker & Owner Meet Our Staff: Kay Stolsonburg As a local Realtor. Kay Stolsonburg has successfully helped many of you purchase o< sen a home over the past 16 years She and husband Larry have lived at Payne Lake tor over 30 years, and they raised their family there Kay knows our market Kay. a former teacher, holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Grand Valley Slate University She holds the prutesaonal designations GRI and CRS (Graduate Realtors Institute and Certified Residential Speciafest). designations held by toww- than 5% of agents across the country Localty Kay. an Associate Broker, has taught adult education classes on Investment Property Call Kay tn our Mtddtevrte and Gun Lake office, 795-3306. d you have any questions or if you need help with a real mtau matter. Kay will be happy to help you as she has so many focal people fix nearly 20 years Meet our Middleville & Cun Loki David Smith Jacob, Amy and Jay DeKleine are ready to show off their new development in Middleville, East Town Homes on Irving Road. They have scheduled an open house for June 6,7 and 8. David Smith and Kim Selleck are running unop­ posed for their third four year terms on the Thornap­ ple Kellogg School Board on June 10. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Smith has served as presi­ dent of the board for the past two years and Selleck is cur­ rently the secretary to the board. Voting takes place in the Thornapple Kellogg High School for precinct one. Freeport Village residents vote at precinct two in the Freeport Village Hall. See next week’s paper for school ending articles This was a busy week for the Thornapple Kellogg schools with awards presen­ tations, field days, volunteer recognition, graduation and lots more. Please check the June 11 edition of the Sun and News for lots of year ending pictures and articles. The last day of school for students is Friday, June 7. It is a half day. The first day of school for the 2002-2003 school year is August 27. J Carate MM TOO NEW FOR PHOTO 1. MIDDLEVILLE. 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Setting on over 2-1/2 acres this wonderful ranch features 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, walkout basement newer roof, fur­ nace. wel pump, tank and water softener. Large pofe barn Very private breathtaking setting Cai! Karen............................. $137,500 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR AOS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. ( onstnienf Ofrices in Hastings and Middleville HASTINGS OFFICE 149 W. State M. (616) 945-51X2 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 4. 2002 Bowens Mills plans Civil War festival Historic Bowens Mills will Jiave its first-ever Sum­ mertime Civil War Days Festival from noon to 5 p.m. Father's Day weekend Satur­ day and Sunday, June 15 and 16. Admission will be $5 for adults and $2 for children ages 5-15. The two-day festival will feature a Civil War living history encampment, co­ sponsored by the 2nd Ken­ tucky, CSA. Morgan s Artillery/39th Tennessee Mounted Infantry. A skir­ mish will take place at 3 p.m., along with military and civilian demonstrations both days. Both days also will offer many unscheduled activities, such as croquet, classes for the public and re-enactor children in the school house, cooking demonstrations, woodworking demonstra­ tions and blacksmithing. “Bowens Mills is offering yet another great opportu­ nity to spend a day in the 19th century, offering a Civil War Father's Day weekend at the park.” said co-owner Carleen Sabin. “Our Civil War weekends (in the fall) are becoming more and more popular, and we’re sure that you'll want to share this one with us.” Some of the activities that will be featured are an authentic Civil War encamp­ ment, an opportunity to ob­ serve typical Civil War camp life and chat with the re-enactors; a Civil War scavenger hunt for the kids (parents can help, as will re­ enactors). “You may be lucky enough to hear some period music around a camp fire, brought to you by some very talented re-enactors.” Sabin said. Special added attractions will be an evening candle­ light tour from 7 to 9 p.m. and a “dusk” skirmish be­ tween North and South. Special tickets must be purchased for the candle­ light evening event. Bowens Mills is located on Briggs Road in Yankee Springs Township. For more information. 795-7530. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School ............................... 9 30 a m Morning Worship .10 45 a m Evening Praise 6:00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I I a place to belong I CHURCH I a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 30 fill IDO am Youth Ministry.......................................... 891-0576 Meeting at the Crew Creek Charter Academy R< i Mu had Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Open. Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616-891 -0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. A*»L Pastor Douglas G. Beason. V isitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children s Pastor 9 45 a m . 11 00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m 6:45 p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10 00 a.m Sunday School ........... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) 930am. 1100a.m. 11 00 a m Worship Sunday-School . . Adult Bible Class Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Wfjc Olti TEitnc rfElctljobiSt (tfjurtl) 5590 Wiitneyvilte Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.,,11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Ret1 E. Anthony Sikora Church. (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tierneyer. Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr High. Sun 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CMUHCH Worship Hours 900am and 10.30am. Summer Sunday Worship Services, May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m 9 30 a tn Coffee Fellowship < Nursery and Child Care avadaNe throughout the navmng) Re* Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Offke 616 891-8669 / Fax 891 8648 www cakdonuume org Gswne M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pcacechurch.ee fri notiy »ttdSeivue —Lighting Up Lives for God— Lakeside A Christian Education 1 JI Hour 11:00 an. «««& 6201 Whitnevviiie Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a.m Sunday School for AU Ages Iff 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p.m Pastor Roger Bultman • Church Office M8-0J91 www lakesidecommunny Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lak Avmue CaMoma 616-69M001 www.redeemercouentmt.org A member d the Ivungrtid Cuwouut Chmtha dMeerut ('hutch School. Sunday 9 45am Praise Staging Iff 50 am Morning Worship ilUOam Wed Fellowship 7 30pm Pastor Lloyd DeVomer. Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 897 7407 Sunday Morning VbnJup A3*) im & 11 a an. Sunday school fur All Ages > 45 a tn Contemporary Style of Worship Sundav Estrung ServKr pM.xMxr Out) (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday Prayer Meeting - ’Wednesday Youth Feikm ship - Sunday <r30pm trJO pm aJO p m 600 p.m ke Fwav VQBUX KVOtt. tan* H9149O2B • e-mad kngh«on<iMrr< net Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a in (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available ) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 930 am Parmelee Morning Worship Middtevfle Morning Worshp Sunday School (Jr. High i Adults) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr. High - Sun Evenrig Jr High • Grades 6-8, Wed Evenrg 1100 a m. 945 am 1100am 6 00-8 00 pm 6007 30 pm. Rev Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ Finding the Way Together! Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65 65 WAY Check our web site h h w wayfarercc orf Bible Church ALASKA CONGREGATION near Whrtneysnle Ave THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHLJRC11 WHITNEYVILLE CoHimmiitv of C^ri$t Leighton Church 8146 68m St (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m. An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm mtemef^isen net 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. I Sunday Worship 9:30 am Community Church A Place for Family & Friends SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Cwmuuouly Cumpus Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr ____________ Office S91-S6S8___________ Currently meeting at: Redeemer Covenant Church CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vioel 698-9660 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Sooodav Road) Wayland, Ml 49348 • 795 7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at — through: Sundag School 9:30 AM 792-2889 Sunday Worship ............. 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street (Missouri Sgnod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service 860AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 9:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1160 AM AU Services have a Nurserq available Barrier Free wwwiserv.net/~stpeul YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church + £t Pau/ Luton Church 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sunday^rvksJimsi 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer iHoty Comnxruon 2rc Sunday) U.*00 AM. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94S-9327 Vicar - Rev. Oavid T. Hustwick iicTxcl 8546 Whftneyviie Ave ar 84m St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody.. and Jesus is Lord" Meeting al Caledonia High School Sunday School S^rooy Mommg Worshp tdeeflng at crape on Whrtnewee Ave Sunday Evenrg Wcxsnp Wed Moweefc Prayer & 3Oie Study 930 am. 10.30 am 6 00 pm 700 p.m Pev >omas SGys. Pastor • Sev Kort Bamor. Aaoc Pastor Wecstfe tfumeyvieaoe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 4. 2002/Page 5 Caledonia ceremonies observe Memorial Day Photos by Cathy L Rueter Rifles were fired in re­ membrance of comrades who have fallen in the line of duty or have since passed on. Members of the Glendaloch Pipe Band performed near the end of the Holy Cor­ ners Cemetery ceremony. Local church plans survivor camp have one staff per four campers. “We do not expect campers to survive, without eating," a spokesperson said, “so lunch is provided." Space is limited and all Pre-teens and early teens face many challenges, and Middleville Christian Reformed Church is offering them the challenge of "Shushan Survivor Camp” June 24-27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those going into fifth, sixth and seventh grades will learn how to survive and thrive, challenges, partici­ pate in activities and out­ ings, to practice outdoor sur­ vival skills and see who can win the “survivor” chal­ lenge. No one will be sent home by being voted out of the tribe. The program will campers must register by June 15. For more informa­ tion, call Pastor Tom DeVries at 795-3667 or Dorothy Brinks at 891-1203. Kraft wins scholarship from American Legion April Kraft of Caledonia has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Caledonia Sons of the America Legion Post #305 scholarship. The scholarship is award- ed annually to a graduating Caledonia High School stu­ dent based on patriotism, cit­ izenship, discipline, leader­ ship and scholastic achieve­ ments while maintaining at least a 3.0 grade point aver­ age. Kraft has been involved in many extracurricular activi­ ties, including her church and the Girl Scouts, of which she recently won a Gold Award. She also per­ formed in high school musi­ cals and is a member of the National Honor Society. She graduated with a 3.70 grade point average and plans to attend Olivet College to continue her edu­ cation. State Senator Kenneth Sikkema returned for an­ other Memorial Day commemoration. He quoted President Abraham Lincoln in his Gettysburg Ad­ dress about those that gave “their last full measure of devotion." Pastor Robert Gerke of St. Paul Lutheran Church on Kraft in Caledonia, like other speakers, men­ tioned the change of tone in Memorial Day ceremo­ nies since the tragedy of Sept. 11. Laura (left) and Becca Knight, of Caledonia, ride with “Grandma” Suzanne LaChance of Grand Rap­ ids during the Memorial Day Parade in Caledonia. V luttrina' 206 Ptu! 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Offer good at Caledonia location Free rente of equal or lesser value ‘ ! One coupon per visit please. Expires 6-30-02 • VHS/DVD movies & player rentals • Games & game system rental • Special Orders and previewed movies & games for sale • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & Game Accessories • Reservations on movies • Weekly specials Product Id: SunAd Don *1 Forget the Popcorn... �V bn* no? *r*T * sfluUM Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 4, 2002 Summer at local libraries gives readers some options by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The summer is a great time to visit one of the local libraries. A visit to the Cale­ donia, Freeport District or Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library can be a great introduction to books, magazines or even videos. Summer reading clubs are a way for libraries to plan special events to entice read­ ers into the world of books. • Caledonia Library — (a branch of the Kent District Library), 240 Emmons St.. 647-3840. This years summer’s reading club invites readers into the Winner’s Circle for children entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Last year's reading club theme was a “Reading Road Trip!" This year Francey Tobin has been visit­ ing the schools reminding students to “Dive Into Reading" this summer at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library summer reading pro­ gram. Affordable Lawn Care Providing over 14 years of professional experience! For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 or email: atlortiable lawncare^hatmailxam Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read. Rock and Unlock Their Brains’* this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. Signup for the summer reading clubs begins at 2 p.m. when the library opens on Tuesday, June 11. The li­ brary is open from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays. Fridays and Saturdays. The Caledonia Library doesn’t ignore adults, either. Book discussions are planned Wednesdays, June 5. July 3 and Aug. 7. Each session begins at 7 p.m. and is a relaxed way to share books adults may love or hate. The popular Farmer’s Market will return. This year it will be held at the Caledo­ nia Farmers Elevator Com­ pany at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary. the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, June 8, July 13. Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Bargains will be available at the annual Inde­ pendence Day celebration sale on Saturday, June 29. There will be special bag sale prices. The sale begins at 10 a.m. On Thursday, June 13, the Madcap Puppets return in a free program at the Caledo­ nia Township Hall at 250 Maple St. Visit a magical world of puppets in a pro­ duction for the entire family. Registration is required. A community-wide Fam­ ily Reading Festival will be held at the Wyoming Public Library, 3350 Michael Ave. SW in Wyoming, Saturday. June 15, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will be continu­ ous entertainment, crafts with the Grand Rapids Art Museum and children can even have their picture taken -KIDS FIRST Learning Placed 420 Misty Ridge Drive, Middleville, Michigan - www.kidsfirstlearningpkice.com SCHOOL-AGE SUMMER CHILD CARE Y>\US Check out our other exciting programs for infant through 12 years 795-9055 Freeport Village Fire Chief Jim Yarger shares a book with Ian Bailey Visits from community heroes like Yarger will be part of Wednesdays during this summer s Real American Heroes Read program at the Freeport District Library. with storybook characters These activities require pre­ Craig s Cruisers, the IMAX and Flutter, the Meijer Gar­ registration, which can be theater, a Disney trip or dens butterfly mascot. done when children sign-up even to a Detroit Pistons Children ages 6 and for the reading programs. game. above can learn to make Signup begins June 10 Teen readers, the third kites on Thursday. June 20. and continues through the level, again are welcome at at the Caledonia Township rest of this month. This year the Freeport Library this Hall. This Kite Day, with the Freeport Library offers summer. All teens, ages 13the Mackinaw Kite Com­ three levels of fun. 19, who sign up receive a pany, will cover the history “Minutemen” are for chil­ free video rental. Each of kites, kite safety and even dren who are still at the reader who completes the the different types of kites. “read-to-me” stage. They goal of reading 20 hours in On Thursday. June 27, the will earn weekly stickers seven weeks will receive a fun continues at 10:30 a.m. and prizes. one topping pizza from with a Round the World "Patriots” are readers ages OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ craft day. For all ages and 6-12 reading at their own gible for other prizes do­ with several different skill level. This club requires 2 nated by Union Bank. levels, participants will crate 1/2 hours of reading a week The summer reading pro­ “make and take” projects. for seven weeks. Readers gram will end with a Cup This program is also sched­ who complete the reading Stacking Camp hosted by uled for the Caledonia goal will receive a free "Mr. Jim” who will demon Township Hall at 250 Maple ticket to a Whitecaps game. strate a fast moving and tun Street. There are also weekly prizes Marionettes are featured and chances to win tickets to Continued next page in the Stevens Puppets pres­ entation of “Sleeping Beauty” Thursday, July 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the Town­ ship Hall, 250 Maple Street. This program is appropriate for those 5 years of age and older. The final program sched­ uled for the Township Hall will be Thursday, July 18, with Tim Salisbury who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.” This is an entertaining event for the whole family. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will host a fun beaded wire jew­ elry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre­ registration is required and participation is limited to 15. The last day of the sum­ Jim Merrills previously brought programs on jug­ mer reading club will be gling and magic to the summer reading dubs at the Aug. 3. • Freeport District Library Freeport District and Thomapple Kellogg School and — 209 S. S»ate St., Freeport, Community libraries. This year he is bringing some­ thing new, Cup Stacking! 765-5181. The theme at the Freeport library this summer is “Real American Heroes Read.” Everyday heroes who live and work around the Free­ port community will read at special “Wednesday Morn­ ings with a Hero” sessions at 10 a.m. during June and July. Heroes each week could be a firefighter, emergency medical technician, scout leader, or the village police officer. Each hero will share a story, answer questions and talk with young readers. The library also has planned four craft days for students in grades 2-6. �The Sun and News. MiddtevWe, Ml/June 4. 2002/Page 7 Youth theatre auditions scheduled for June 12 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Young actors from across the county this summer will be exploring the characters in E.B White’s “Charlotte's Web in Youth Theater per­ formances July 25 and 26. Auditions for the produc­ tion will be held Wedneday. June 12. The Thornapple Arts Council Youth Theater has plans for this summer’s pro­ gram. The youth theater ex­ perience is open to students who have completed fifth through 12th grades. Participating students will learn about character devel­ opment. movement, voice projection, expression, im­ provisation. makeup, cos­ tumes. set design and con­ struction within the course of the program. All this will go on while students are re­ hearsing for the play. This year the program will include information about theater as a business and career. "We feel that it is impor­ tant for our students to real­ ize that theater is a big busi­ ness with both obvious and hidden costs,” said Rose Heaton, director of the Thornapplc Arts Council. “Wc want students to understand that there are career oppor­ tunities in theater that do not include performing on stage. We stress that education is important, not just talent.” Auditions will be held Wednesday. June 12, from noon to 3 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fish Hatchery Park TAC building. Classes and rehearsals begin June 17, with performances scheduled for July 26 and MARY KAY* here comes 0165 Sun Sunblock isn't just for summer It's for protecting your skin —every day so you can look as young as you feel To start your skin care with the nght sunblock call me Lori Baldwin INDEPENDENT BEAUTY CONSULTANT (616)891-0792 WWW marykay.com 1 bakJwm6 27. Classes will be held from noon to 3 p.m. each day. Any student who would like to audition but is not available June 12 must call the TAC before the audition date. Students auditioning must inform the directors about any conflicts with the rehearsal schedule before the play is cast. Students who participate in this summer’s program also will be able to serve on the Youth Theater Advisory group and help plan future youth theater events. Directors this year are Dawn Bassett of Nashville and Suzanne McIntyre of Middleville. Both bring a wealth of experience to this year’s theater program. Bassett is the current president of the Eaton Play­ ers Guild. She is an experi­ enced performer, director and has excelled at all as­ pects of the behind the scenes stage work. She per­ formed last year with the Thornapple Players in “You Can’t Take It With You” and just co-directcd “Hello Dolly.” Mclntyre brings 30 years of theater experience to this summer's program. She has been a member of the Vil­ lage Players of Middleville for the last 15 years, wear­ ing every hat imaginable, in­ cluding play writing. McIntyre was seen as Ernestine Money in the Thomapple Player’s “Hello Dolly” this spring. Project director/producer Norma Jean Acker says. “W'e have watched this pro­ gram evolve over the years and hope to streamline it so it includes opportunities for a comprehensive theater learning experience while remaining family friendly.” This year’s schedule starts mid-June and finishes with a performance at the end of July. “We hope families can plan vacations, the schedule won’t interfere with band camp and other summer ac­ tivities. August is now open and the rehearsal process won’t drag on.” Acker says. The cost is $75 per stu­ dent and fees are due after auditions. Information about the youth theater is available by calling the Thornapple Arts Council at From previous page sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31. • Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary — (inside Thornapple Kellogg High School, 3885 Bender Road Middleville, 795-5434). The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary invites young patrons to “Dive into Reading.” This year’s summer read­ ing clubs begin with regis­ tration on Monday, June 10. Registration continues this month. All reading counted for reading rewards must be completed by July 25. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. There will be story hours for the youngest readers, be­ ginning Wednesday. June 12, at 10 a.m. with stories about “Fabulous Fathers.” Other story hours are sched­ uled on Wednesdays. June 19. July 3, July 10 and July 17. all at 10 a.m. A special program from the Kalamazoo Nature Cen- ter, featuring “Animal Champions” for all ages, will be held on June 26 at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day, July 23. Just for Teens the library will hold a special presenta­ tion with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Will­ shire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores by the end of June. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held Tuesday, July 30, with Jeni­ fer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 2225, reading club participants can pick up their reading re­ wards for meeting their goals and enter special prize drawings. Members of last year’s Thomapple Arts Council summer youth theater worked on a grant application for video equipment to be used in this year’s workshop and production. 945-2002. The TAC Summer Youth Theater Program is made possible by the Michigan Association of Community Art Agencies, The Greater Arts Council of Kalamazoo, the Sue Drummond Fund and Mike Humphreys. Freeport buys used police cruise from Hastings The Hastings City Coun­ cil last Tuesday night voted to sell the Village of Free­ port one of its retiring police cars for $3,000. The move was made de­ spite vendors’ information that the 1999 Ford Crown Victoria with just over 100,000 miles on it could be sold for between $2,500 and $3,800. Councilman Donald Spencer said he feared let­ ting another governmental unit buy Hastings equipment at a cheaper price could set a precedent. City Manager Jeff Mans­ field answered, “We haven’t had a rash of requests for these sorts of things” and he supported helping out a neighbor. New Freeport Police Chief Mark Sheldon said. “Freeport has had three cars in the last two years” be­ cause the village has tended to get hand-me-downs from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Sheldon said deputies have a tendency to travel a lot more over roads that aren’t as good as those in the city. “I know this car (the ci­ ty’s) would be better for us,” he told the council. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. 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Ml/June 4, 2002 Local law enforcement was able to get an energy boost before working the pa­ rade The Thomapple Kellogg High School band played the Manne Hymn The color guard from the VFW and American Legion Posts stood at attention. Seventh grader Amanda Pullen served with the color guard. This TK orange car (even the tires are orange) made its annual trip to the pa­ rade. Family Dentistry of Caledonia The traditional beginning to Memorial day isbreakfast at the Middleville Method­ ist Church with eggs, pancakes and friendly banter. Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia. Michigan Girl Scouts were in the parade and at the cemetery �TM Su* and NWW. Middle-.tie. Ml/June 4, 2002^age 9 Miss Middleville Nikki Schiedel waved to the crowd Civil War re-enactors from Michigan Third Volunteer Regiment fired the 21 gun salute with their muzzie loading rifles The official observation of Decoration Day The wreath floating in the Thornapple River honored those who served and were lost at sea. Lots of patriotism on display For Sale By Owner 605 Bernard, Middleville Custom built, 2352 sq ft., 3 bedrooms w/wood floors, 2 baths, central air, fire­ place in family room, inground, heated pool in the vil­ lage of Middleville All for $149,000. Call 795 HH2Hfor more information NAGEL The new Harley David­ son motorcycle headed the parade Caledonia Community School Board • Knowledge • • Practical Values • • Experience • • Dedication • Support of Business Leaders and Owners Paid for by the committe to re-elect Bernie Nagel. 4550 92nd St. SE, Caledonia. Ml 49316 XXXZ13XXZZZXZZXXZ3XS. Minister Carla Smith from the Thomapple Val­ ley Church spoke mov­ ingly in honor of veterans at both the bridge and cemetery ceremonies. �Page 10/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 4. 2002 Attorney General may join probe in drug death by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral Jennifer Granholm may launch an investigation into a Grand Rap*ds doctor sus­ pected of prescribing the deadly methadone tablets which landed in the hands of a 15-year-old Wayland boy who died of an overdose Jan. 29. “Because of jurisdictional limitations, referrals have been made to the Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services, as well as the Michigan Attor­ ney General for any further criminal or licensing action against the physician,” said Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill Wednesday. Trooper Dale Lynema executed subpoenas on all Juvenile fugitive captured by citizen An escapee from Calhoun County juvenile court cus­ tody was captured at the Sharp Park Campground May 23 when a citizen tack­ led the boy as a helicopter and a police dog were being used in the search. Troopers said authorities had received a report from a Battle Creek woman saying •he had received a call from the boy whom she said was at the park and was about to commit suicide by taking an overdose of pills. The boy had walked to the campground from Battle Creek and entered a camper rented by the grandmother of the fugitive's friend. “He had allegedly threat­ ened to take sleeping pills,” said a trooper. Thornapple ambulance ar­ rived and the boy denied taking any pills, then hopped out of the ambulance and fled on foot into the woods, Qzntui^ said police. “So he’s in the woods and there’s a lake nearby and we don’t know if he’s taken anything or not,” said po­ lice. “We get the K-9 and another officer there says that a medical helicopter is in the area and suggests we ask them to fly over.” Just as AirCare flew over the campground, the boy “got spooked” and emerged from another trailer. “As one officer and the EMTs chased, it was a neighbor who tackled the kid as he ran through the yards,” said police. The boy, who was unhurt, was found to be wanted by Calhoun County Juvenile Court. “There was no evidence he had OD’d on anything,” said police. “He was turned over to Calhoun County authorities.” pharmacies within a 10-mile radius of Wayland with re­ gard to methadone prescrip­ tions, which led to evidence that might be the source of the deadly tablets. McNeill’s brief reveals that the name of an Allegan County woman appears on labels obtained from pre­ scription pill bottles alleg­ edly obtained from Garrett's accused supplier. Robert Uebbing. who originally was charged with felony murder, operating a drug house, first degree child abuse and tampering with evidence. In exchange for dismissal of the felony murder charge, a life offense, Uebbing pleaded guilty last week to felony manslaughter, which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison. Uebbing. 19. also pleaded guilty to one count of tam­ pering with evidence, a 10year felony and to one high court misdemeanor charge of maintaining a drug house at 2019 Parker Drive on Gun Lake, a home he rented with girlfriend and co-dcfendant, Jessica Miller. 21. An investigation into whether the woman named on the labels is Uebbing’s suspected methadone sup­ plier is ongoing and no other arrests have been made in connection with the death. 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Students unhurt in bus accident A Lakewood School bus driver was issued a citation for failing to yield to on­ coming traffic after she al­ legedly turned into the path of a car on Brown Road near Velte Road May 24. accord­ ing to a report by the Hast- ings Post of the Michigan State Police. Troopers said Ruth Karrar. 44. of Lake Odessa was turning the eastbound school bus onto Velte Road at 3:30 p.m. when the bus was struck by a westbound car. driven by 44-year-old Ron­ ald Bond of Lake Odessa. None of the 33 students on the bus were hurt and Bond, who was wearing a scat belt, suffered a minor injury in the crash. Caledonia Community Players schedule ‘Cinderella’ production The Caledonia Commu­ nity Players will treat the community to Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ever-popular “Cinderella” at 7 p.m. on consecutive Fridays and Sat­ urdays, June 21 and 22 and 28 and 29 at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. The June 28 performance will be a “Night of Magic.” The evening will open with a magic show. This year’s musical pro­ duction is being directed by Steve Vander Ark. “It’s always exciting to create and perform shows here in Caledonia, but this show is something special for me,” he said. “I can re­ member watching Cinder­ ella in black and white on TV when I was 5 years old. I think it’s fair to say that Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’ was my first ex­ posure to musical theatre, and as a result, the show has always been stuck in my heart. So it’s especially exciting for me to have the chance, almost 40 years later, to bring Cinderella to the stage with such a wonderful and talented cast to help bring it to life. This is going to be a delightful show!” A large cast of local talent will bring this time-honored fairy tale to life with people of all ages. Angela Kline will be wearing the glass slippers in the lead role of Cinderella. The dashing Prince will be portrayed by Chris Knobloch. In the role of the easily irritated Step­ mother is Mary Ann Heinen. The two Stepsisters are be­ ing played by Loretta Ag­ new, who will play Joy, and Brenda Vander Ark as Por­ tia. Offering the Prince sage wisdom is the King, played by Paul Brouwers. Sherri Filson will step into the role of the regal Queen. The Godmother who makes all of Cinderella’s dreams come true is Mimi Russell. Rob Karel will be the Herald. The Townspeople and servants are played by Rayna Bos, Faye DeYoung, Amy Hooyer, Tim Hooyer, Emily Jacobson, Keagan Rushmore. Genelie Schedl- bauer. Gwendolyn Sheehan. Holly Van Laan, Krystal Varney and Mick Vaughn. The Dancers are Caitlyn Boot, Samatha Nemecek, Pete Oudbicr, Justin Pitt. John Scranton and Katie Vander Ark. The Children feature Jeffery Agnew. Au­ drey Filson. Jamie Hooyer, Emily Martinez, Christopher Vander Ark, Calli Woodcockand Lindsey Wood­ cock. A special invitation is ex­ tended to families to have lunch with Cinderella and cast members June 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mon­ tcrey Grille. Each youngucst will receive an auto­ graphed picture. For each performance night. Raffaela's by Paganos has extended an invitation to have dinner and receive a 15% discount when tickets are shown for that evening’s performance. Reservations arc requested. Tickets for Cinderella arc reserved seating, $8 for adults and $5 for children. They may be purchased at the Caledonia Community Education office or by call­ ing 891-8117. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Skate park in the future for Calvin Hill Park? Members of the Mid­ other parks. No decisions were made dleville Council discussed the possibility of installing a at the May 28 meeting. Vil­ skate park in Calvin Hill lage President Lon Myers Park which is located behind suggested having the Thor­ napple Area Parks and Rec­ the Methodist Church. There was some discus­ reation Commission discuss sion of how large an area for the idea. It was also suggested that skateboarding should be and whether the village can im­ input from young people in pose an earlier time limit for the area would be helpful in the skateboard area than planning a skate park. TK grad earns degree at Aquinas College Sarah Elizabeth Brady, daughter of Steven G. and Elaine R. Brady, 4000 Patterson Road, Middleville, graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Aquinas College Saturday. May 11. Brady graduated from Thomapple-Kellogg High School Class of 1998. Consistently ranked one of the top liberal arts col­ leges in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report, Aquinas College offers an approach to learning and liv­ ing that teaches students unlamented ways of seeing the world. Founded in 1886 by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids, the College’s Dominican tradition of working, service and life­ long learning remains alive today in a diverse student body. Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia �The Sun and News. MidcflevUle. Ml/June 4 2002/Page 11 Ernest J. (Ernie) Ball MIDDLEVILLE - Ernest J. (Ernie) Ball, age 83. of Middleville, passed away Thursday. May 30. 2002 at Home of Hope. Ernest J. (Ernie) Ball was bom on Oct. 2, 1918 at Byron Center. Mich., the son of Earl and Mabel (Thiel) Ball. He was raised in Byron Center. Mi and attended Byron Center High School. He was married to Dorothy M. Johnson on Oct. 24. 1938 at Middleville. He was employed at Geuke’s Meat Market until 1958. He was Middleville village Manager until his retirement in March of 1984. Ernie was Fire Chief of Middleville from 1946 to 1976 (30 years of service). He was a member of the Lions Club. Rotary and a life member of Western Michigan Fire Chiefs Association. Ernie enjoyed playing golf, deer hunting and a game or two of Euchre with friends. He is survived by his wife. Dorothy M. Ball; two daughters. Cheryl (Lon) Myers and Chris K. Mug­ ridge, both of Middleville; one son. Ernest M. (Christy) Ball of Muskegon; five grandchildren. Cynthia (Tom) Miskowiec, Carrie Mugridge, John (Jackie) Ball. Steven Myers, Michael (Melissa) Myers; seven great grandchildren. Kelsie Miskowiec, Jordan Ball, McKaela Myers, Morgen Myers, Maegen Myers, jT"------ —■---- ----- ------- Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” h Amanda Myers. Jazmine Myers; three sisters. Ethel Howerzyl of Byron Center, Margaret Izenhoff of Grand Rapids, Enid (Gordon) Schiutman of Newaygo; sis­ ter-in-law. Lillian Lovell of Fremont; many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents. Earl and Mabel Ball; brothers, Har­ old. Howard. Emerson and a sister. Marlene. Funeral services were held Monday. June 3. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chap­ el, Middleville. Rev. Stanley Finkbeiner officiated. Inter­ ment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Township Emergency Ser­ vices or Home of Hope Hospice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Bessie M. Giebel — Mrs. Bessie M. Giebel. age 91. peacefully passed away Saturday. June 1. 2002 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband. August. She is survived by her children. Diane and Louis Cizauskas. Chuck Giebel; her grandchildren, Wendy and Barry Thornton. Nick Cizauskas. Joshua Giebel; two great-grandchildren. Faith and Brittney Thornton. Funeral and committal services for Mrs. Giebel was held Monday, June 3. 2002 at the Matthyesse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St Pastor Mark Cizauskas officiated. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery. arrangements were made by Matthyesse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. 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Visit us on the web at www.pennockhealth.com 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings . otofc’»'on11' Pr°gresjive �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middiev.Me MUJune 4, 2002 CHS seniors graduate with faith and humor by Cathy L. Rueter Caledonia High School's Staff Writer commencement last Thurs- April Kraft (right) shown here with classmate Becky Price, gave the invocation that began the CHS 2002 graduation ceremony. day night marked the fare­ well of the senior class, and as in almost every such cere­ mony there were cheers, sighs of relief and a few tears. But members of the CHS Class of 2002 put their own signature on the ceremony with special dedications, a lot of humor and more than a touch of hope and faith. The band began the eve­ ning with a piece called “Lest We Forget.” It would be the last time that the sen­ ior band members played as high school students. The processional and the invoca­ tion given by April Kraft followed that. One of the more poignant moments came when the senior members of the CHS Choralaires sang “I’ll Re­ member You,” in dedication to Daniel Tobin, who was supposed to graduate Thurs­ day. but was killed in an automobile accident during the school year. Tobin was fondly remembered for his encouragement and friend­ ship to others. Mary Sandtveit delivered the valedictory address with special thanks to her parents. Seniors Sara O’Malley (middle) and Amanda Wisner play with the band for the last time during the beginning of the CHS graduation ceremonies. Other senior band members included Cameron Ray, Bobbie Stout, Jake Finkbeiner, Emily Har­ tley, Ben Kowalski, Erich Johr, Chris LaFoy, Nicole Weaver, Yesenia Gomez, Kee­ gan Good, Brittany Barber, Ashley Frazier, Conall Hoag, Jennifer Tatar and Kevin Kaechele Members of the Caledonia High School Class of 2002 listen as Superintendent Douglas Busman officially accepts them as graduates. her trademark humor and words of wisdom to her classmates. She admonished them not to go into a career just because “someone else thinks it best. “Make sure you enjoy and delight in it,” she said. “Do what makes you happy.” Whether to become a doc­ tor, a lawyer, a mechanic, or an artist, she felt that by be­ ing happy and enjoying your chosen career “You’ll make a difference. Go for it!” Kevin Kaechele, senior class president, gave the class address. Though many seemed to expect his re­ marks would be full of laughter, he revealed a more serious side in remembering the heartache their particular class has had to endure this past year. He spoke of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, just weeks after their senior year began, and the death of their friend, Tobin. Kaechele’s less serious side then shined through when he reminisced and joked about football camp and various school happen­ ings. And though he had to come to terms with some harsh feelings after an im­ portant football game was lost, he spoke of the faith that helped him endure the disappointment. He sum­ moned his fellow classmates to share in the faith and hope that seemed to be the grounding spirit with the class of 2002. Kaechele told his classmates to value life. “Look for the positive. Class Valedictorian Mary Sandtveit encouraged her classmates to “Make sure you enjoy and delight in (your career choice). Do what makes you happy. Go for it! You’ll make a difference." The positive in life. The positive in people.” He asked them to look to what was truly important in life. He left them with the Bible verse, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart.” After Kaechele’s presen­ tation, CHS Principal Ron Moag introduced three ex­ change students who gradu­ ated as part of the class of 2002. Anja Regine Dillinger comes to CHS from Ger­ many. Clara Oesterreicher is from France and Natalia Pawlicka hails from Poland. “We have learned much from you and wish you the very best,” Moag told them. Though many students left CHS last Thursday eve­ ning with various scholar­ ships and awards, Moag made several special presen­ tations at the commence­ ment ceremonies. Melissa Smith and Denise Robinson received the Cale­ donia Community Players Scholarship, which is awarded to a student who has been involved in either high school or Community Players production. The community theater awards this scholarship to a student who has been in cither a high school or Community Players production. The award is to show the Players Continued next page Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available * Conveniently located on M-37in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. h * * * * JLJk JL * * Jk-Jk * .A A -ULj Your Smile - The First Thing People See! With nervous smiles, seniors Jason Gless (left) Heidi Pelletier and Amanda Norman (back) enter the CHS gym during the processional �' The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 4, 2002/Page 13 From previous page appreciation for the support of the community and to help, promote the arts in the Caledonia area. Brittany Barber received the Patricia Winchester Van­ derbilt Memorial Scholar­ ship for academic perform­ ance in English. Tara Stanek won the Caledonia Education Asso­ ciation’s scholarship based on citizenship and potential for future success. Tasha Verolme was awarded the Amy Lou Barnaby Scholarship in memory of the 1988 CHS graduate who gave much of herself to others in spite of her physical disability. April Kraft received the Caledonia American Legion Post #305 scholarship to a student who demonstrates the traits of patriotism, citi­ zenship. discipline leader­ ship and scholastics. Kraft, along with Amanda Trutsch. also received the Eva Finkbeiner Memorial Award in honor of Finkbeiner who was a member of the Cale­ donia Women’s Club. Nick Slot and Kelli Leatherman were awarded Principal Ron Moag in­ troduced three exchange students graduating this year, Anja Regine Dillin­ ger from Germany. Clara Oesterreicher from France and Natalia Pawlicka from Poland. Jon Gerst (right) shown here with classmate Matt Aldrich, not only gave the benediction, but also was honored by the selection of the class of 2002 to re­ ceive the Ralph Keating Award. the Caledonia Athletic Booster Scholarship for stu­ dents who participate in a Michigan High School Ath­ letic Association (MHSAA) recognized sport in their senior year. The winners are determined by a random drawing. Two scholarship awards were given this year, to Tasha Verolme and Mike Jones, in memory of Mrs. Helen Askey-Hanson, who taught in the business de­ partment at Caledonia High School from 1944 to 1961, when she moved on to be­ come librarian at CHS until her retirement in 1971. This scholarship is awarded to those who have shown an interest in business through their efforts in CHS business classes and their intended pursuit of business in col­ lege. The last two awards were of particular importance and bestow special honors on their recipients because their peers and/or teachers select the recipients. Jon Gerst re­ ceived the Ralph Keating Award, selected by the Class of 2002, honoring a senior boy. selected for his person­ ality and willingness to al­ ways help his class. Kelley Jackson received the Alpha Beta Award by a vote of the senior class and the high school faculty. It is pre­ sented in recognition of a students’ scholarship, cour­ tesy and cooperation. .After the awards presenta­ tions. Superintendent Dr. Douglas Busman officially accepted the senior class as high school graduates. Carol See CHS graduation, pg. id Kevin Kaechele, class president, gave the class address Most everyone expected a comedic re­ sponse from Kaechele. but he delivered a more serious observation. He felt that not all their learn­ ing came from books. He felt some important learn­ ing came through their friendships and the strength they were re­ quired to draw upon this past year. The senior CHS Choralaires dedicated “I’ll Remember You" to classmate Daniel Tobin, who died earlier this school year in an auto accident. Singing the selection are (front, from left) Jon Gerst, Holly Hawkins, April Kraft, Karen Sheehan. Amanda Norman, (middle row) C.J. Jarboe, Denise Robinson, Heidi Pelletier, Becky Price, (back, from left) Rick Ellinger, Chris Rybicki and Laura Bashlor. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. COUNTRY MEADOWS Save r Thousands^ CIDER MILL VILLAGE 76TH & KRAFT Thousands 5 New 16x80 Homes All Priced to Sell! All include air or shed, landscape package, concrete steps, dishwasher and much more! And nine months FREE lot rent. For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 840 Kirkwood ' f' 544,900 NOW 28x64 3 bedrooms, v I /> 2 baths, family room, otherfireplace Was $46,900 models ^And comes with air or shed, ^to see \ concrete steps, "/ / I nice lot. Must see! For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVJune 4, 2002 New cervical cancer screenings available (NAPS)—Most women are familiar with the Pap smear. In fad, George Papanicolaou’s ‘Pap" smear has been the pre­ ferred method of cervical can­ cer screening for more than 50 years What most women do not realize, however, is that some clinical studies suggest that, when used alone, the Pap test is only 41 percent sensitive PapSure* is a new screen­ ing technology in the quest for early detection of cervical cancer, which is marketed by Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. PapSure* asnbmes the results of a traditional Pap smear and speculoscopy (a visual exam- ination of the cervix > using Speculite*, a disposable, chemiluminescent light for vaginal illumination, which helps physicians visually xien tify cervical abnormalities or lesions that may be potentially cancerous PapSure* gives women and physicians more peace of mind by more than dou­ bling the detection rate in cervical cancer screening to 92 percent compared to 41 percent for Pap smear alone Although PapSure* detected significantly more disease than the Pap smear alone, the increase in sensitivity was accompanied by an spotlight on health expected decrease in speci­ ficity from 95 percent to 80 percent. It also has a 99.1 percent negative predictive value, meaning that if a woman's PapSure* exam is negative, she has a less than one percent chance of hav­ ing cervical abnormalities or potentially cancerous lesions. The Pap smear is invalu­ able to cervical cancer scre­ ening. but not infallible. In fact, PapSure* greatly reduces ‘false negatives.’ which some clinical studies show occur in as many as 55 percent of traditional Pap smears. This means that there is as high as a 55 per­ cent chance that Pap smear results that are actually pos­ itive for cervical cancer are reported as negative. There are a number of rea­ sons why a traditional Pap smear may appear normal even though abnormal cells Former Pythian Temple still an eyesore by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Vil­ lage of Middleville council voted unanimously to deny the rezoning of the former Pythian Temple at the cor­ ner of Water and Main Streets during its May 28 meeting. The planning commission had voted to deny the rezon­ ing from R-2 to R-3 at its May meeting. Important is­ sues brought up at the plan­ ning commission meeting Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL resulted in all Ayes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 4 Appointed David Newman MAY 14, 2002 to an unexpired term, expinng The regular meeting of the April 30. 2003. on the Planning Village of Middleville. Michigan Commission on a motion made Council was called to order at by Mr Lytle and supported by 7 00 pm by Mr Lon Myers, Mr Bray Council President of the Village 5 Approved the invoices of Middleville. Michigan, in the dated May 10. 2002 In the Council Chamber of the Village amount of $44,285.75 on a Hall. Members present: Mr. motion made by Mr. Pullen and Floyd Bray, Mrs. Dorothy supported by Mr. Lytle. Corson, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr. 6. Agreed to enter into an Michael Lytle, Mr Lon Myers, agreement with Dan Valley Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Excavating to complete the Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ utes of the April 23, 2002 meet­ Green Lake Road Sewer Extension for the cost of materi­ ing were approved as written. als, which is estimated to be The Agenda was approved as between $20,000 and $30,000 written. f on a motion made by Mr. Pullen ACTIONS TAKEN and supported by Mrs. 1. Adopted Resolution #02VandenBerg. The motion carried 006, Ordinance to Amend the Middleville Village Code Provid­ with Mr Bray voting no. 7. Allowed the Police Reserve ing for the Appointment of a Unit to purchase new uniforms Village Clerk on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by and pay for them out of their Mrs VandenBerg. Roll call vote fund on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mr resulted in all Ayes 2. Adopted Resolution #02- Bray 8 Adjourned the meeting at 007, Ordinance to Amend the Middleville Code Providing for 7:50 p m. on a motion made by the Appointment of a Village Mr Bray and supported by Mr Treasurer on a motion made by Kenyon. Mrs VandenBerg and supported Respectfully submitted. by Mr Lytle. Roll call resulted in Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes all Ayes 3. Adopted Resolution #02- may be read at the Village Hall 008 Budget Adjustment Resol­ between the hours of 9:00 a.m. ution #1 on a motion made by and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs Friday. VandenBerg. Roll call vote were traffic, high density, and following the master plan. William Crisher had hoped to purchase the build­ ing. which he had an option on, completely renovate it returning the exterior to its former glory and dividing it into five apartments. Crisher will let his option lapse. He says. “I want to take a few days to think about this before making any other decisions. I had thought my ideas were more in line with what the village wanted. I do not think I would make enough money on rentals from a duplex (which the current zoning would allow) to pay for the more than $250,000 I would have to invest in the build­ ing.” In other business the council heard that sludge was land applied since the nickel content was within safe levels. The cost of land application should be cov­ ered by the budgeted amount. Buist Electric was awarded a $33,000 contract to provide electrical connec­ tions for Stagecoach Park and other construction be­ hind Village Hall. The council approved naming the new street which will connect High Street with the Mill Pond develop­ ment. St. James Circle. This name recalls the St. James Hotel formerly located on Main Street. This name was suggested by the Thornapple Heritage Society. The Middleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriffs Department will enforce no parking signs along Stadium Drive. This is a problem during basebail and softball games. The Village will consider how to better provide spring clean-up. There was some discussion of a schedule so that residents would not put out the items to be picked up too early. The next meeting of the Middleville Village council is on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall. A new diagnostic tool is helping increase the accu­ racy of cervical cancer screenings.____________ exist on the cervix. Errors in detecting cervical abnormal­ ities may occur due to barri­ ers to exfoliation or “shedding" of cells from the surface of the cervix, inadequate cell sam­ ple collection, omissions or mistakes m transferring cells to a slide and human error in evaluating cancerous cells that are collected. A PapSure* exam, which combines a traditional Pap smear with a speculoscopy using Specubte* more reliably, predicts the absence of dis­ ease than the Pap smear alone Further, a positive speculoscopy alone does not necessarily indicate the pres­ ence of disease. Therefore, the key advantage to physicians and women is the confidence gained by combining the results of a traditional Pap smear with a speculoscopy. PapSure* provides a greater level of confidence with cer­ vical screenings by identify­ ing more women with possi ble abnormalities Women who have a PapSure* exam may gain reassurance, because the visual results are available immediately. This informa­ tion is important for women who may require further clinical evaluation or cancer treatment. Cervical cancer is almost 100 percent curable if detixrted early. About 55 million Pap smears are performed each year in the U.S According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), approximately 15.000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in the U.S. and about 5.000 of those women will die CHS graduation, from pg. 13 Gess and Judy Ferguson presented the students to the audience and to the school board members who handed the students their diplomas. Daniel Tobin was posthu­ mously presented a 2002 graduate diploma. During a standing ovation, his mother. Billie Lyons, and stepmother. Mary Tobin, re­ ceived the diploma in his name. A touching (and often funny) video presentation of the antics of the 2002 class (shots were taken through­ out their senior year), the Choraliares. along with other members sang "Alma Mater." Jon Gcrst capped off the night with a heartfelt benediction before the stu­ dents walked through the doors of Caledonia High School — this time as graduates. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disaMi- EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES seeks full-time Executive Assistant for office of the C.E.O Position requires person who is professional in appearance and manner, and has initiative to work independently, yet cooperatively with Administration. Medical Staff, and board of Trustees in this highly visible position. Associate Degree in Secretarial Science or equivalent education with 5 years experience, minimum, required. Prefer individual with prior hospital Executive Assistant experience. We offer a complete benefit package which includes Flexible Benefits Program. Generous paid time off. Pension, Tuition Reimbursement for contin­ uing education, on site Health and Wellness Center, plus much more’ Please submit resume with letter of introduction, to: Pennock Health Sen ices. 1009 West Green Street. Hastings, Michigan 49058; Phone (616) 945-1753, Fax (616) 945-0825 or e-mail to pennockl@isen.net. For more informa­ HE ALTH SERVICES tion log on to w'ww.pennockhealth.com. Pennock ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the May 15, 2002 B Correspondence Not requinng Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Motion - Closed Session Discussion on Thomappie Developers B Budget Amendments C Alaska Hal Discussion D Hometown Hero E Zoning Administrator Candidates - Discussion 10. NEW BUSINESS A Are Fighters Job Descrip­ tion B Caledonia Independence Day Celebration 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT Caledonia School Board members handed out the diplomas to the graduating seniors. Here Robert Bergy congratulates Lindsay Stoetzel as she re­ ceives hers. Board members Robert Lillie (left) and William Harrison look on. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333 Phone: (616) 795-7202 Project Name: New Pillars at Mt. Hope Cemetery The Township of Thomappie is seeking bids to construct new bock and concrete block pillars at Ml Hope Cemetery For a set of specifications please contact the Township Office Separate sealed fads will be received up to 12 p.m noon on July 5, 2002 Bids will be reviewed at the Township Board meeting at 7 p m on July 8, 2002 The Township reserves the nght to reject any and ail fads Award of con­ tract shall be made following a determination by the Township to select the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder Susan Vlietstra, Clerk Thornapple Township 304 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 4. 2002/Page 15 2 and 214 graduate Sunday at TK Gary McKee passes on his words of wisdom dur­ ing the keynote address. PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, Ml, AND OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Board at its regularly scheduled meeting June 13, 2002, will hold a Public Hearing to review and adopt the Budget for Fiscal Year 2002-2003 at Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Barry County, The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the pro­ posed budget will be a sub­ ject of this hearing, a copy of the Michigan, at 7:00 p.m. budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall Office during regular office hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.3:00 p.m. and Friday to NOON. Regular business pertinent to the Board will also be conducted at this meeting after the Public Hearing. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). The Yankee Springs Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of print­ ed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon six days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Board. Contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing (fax) or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed here­ in. Janice C. Lippert, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone: (616) 795-9091 Fax: (616) 795-2388 335 The senior members of a* the choir asked the Lord to “hold them all in the palms of His hands.’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It was a great day for a graduation, even one that is delayed almost 60 years. The class of 2002 mem­ bers shared their graduation ceremony with veterans who left high school to serve in World War II. Gordon L. Green and Jo­ seph Reil wore caps and gowns and looked right at home with their fellow (but much younger) graduates. They even got words of en­ couragement from their grandchildren, "way to go grandpa!" just as they may have done for their own children and grandchildren. The graduates walked be­ hind a color guard from American Legion Post #140 from Middleville. The cere­ monies opened with the singing of the Star Spangled Banner by Amy Herring, Leandra Postema, Kristen Weaver and Jessica Wilson. Wilson's opening remarks then brought laughter from both her classmates and the audience as she reminded them that their school life was a lot like an order of pancakes from the Thornap­ ple Kitchen. "At first it seems so big that you don’t think you will get through it, then all of a sudden you are down to the last bite." Senior members of the choir added a solemn note Continued next page AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon i 9964 Cherry Valley «3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at 4379452. Monday. Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave , Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MI(TIIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10, 2002 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regular election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 10, 2002. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 2006. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED IO FILL SUCH VACANCIES Kim A. Selleck David R. Smith Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2002. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: Voting Place: Voting Place: PRECLNCT NO. 1 Thomapple Kellogg High School, Middleville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all the territory of the School District, including Precinct #2 of Irving township, except the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township. PRECINCT NO. 2 Freeport Village Hall, Freeport, Michigan The second precinct consists of the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township, located within the School District. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Kim A Selleck Secretary, Board of Education �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville, Mi/June 4, 2002 TK Graduation continued from page 15 when they asked the 'Lord to hold them all in the palm of his hands.” Senior class president Matthew Erb again brought some laughter and even a few tears as he noted the ac­ complishments of the class, whether in the classroom or on the playing field. All the class was touched by tragedy.whether it was the loss of a friend like Travis Wen­ ger or by the national sense of loss on Sept. 11. He encouraged his class­ mates to work for their achievements and promised to see them all at their 10 year reunion. Gary McKee called on his 33 years of experience in teaching and coaching an The Color Guard was from American Legion Post 140 in Middleville Then into the arms of friends and family Now class must see if they can make their class motto be­ come a reality. "All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them," Walt Disney. Some of the graduates were capless as they walked in. A Gary Newell presents diplomas to Gordon L. Green and Joseph Reil, who receive a standing ova­ tion. A-MazinG pet GroominG Ml- r •• 9410 SPrinG Creek court (m-37) 795-9114 i Ml E Katie “Remain flexible, hopeful and adventurous as you make your way in life. - Gary McKee 4. •* open six frays a week his four-year experience Newell. The graduates re­ with the class of 2002 to en­ ceived a standing ovation courage them to find cer­ from the Class of 2002 and tainties in an uncertain from the audience. world. Class advisors Kelly He asked them to remain Davidson and Barbara flexible, hopeful and adven­ Mating then announced the turous as they make their names of the graduates. way in life. Urging them Io Again there was laughter, rely on their faith, love and hugs and even a few tears. friendships he told them the Amanda Kowalczyk and world is still a wondrous Jennifer Punt helped close place and not to let uncer­ the ceremony with words tainties keep them from and tassels. leading a full life. The class then left by Before the awarding of walking not past the “M” as diplomas the audience had a they had on the way in, but opportunity to hear of the up through the stadium, academic accomplishments stopping for photos and of this class with the an­ hugs with their families andnouncement of all the schol­ friend. arships awarded to the class. Music was provided by The first diplomas were the Symphonic Band, under presented to the veterans the direction of Ray Rickert. Gordon L. Green and Joseph More photo* page 24 Reil by State Rep. Gary tc • Processing down past the “M" had meaning for many of the graduates. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models h All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^/ The veteran graduates received a standing ovation �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 4 2002/Page 17 Caledonia baseball, softball fall in districts Caledonia’s Matt Cook (9). (Photo by Perry Har­ din) Caledonia’s Chris Hanna (background) leads off first. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Caledonia’s Mary Sandtveit (32) (Photo by Perry Hardin) Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads South Christian knocked both Caledonia diamond squads from the district playoffs on May 28, edging the softball team 3-2 and outlasting the baseball team 13-10. 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Great selection to choose from! Stop in today - we ’re in the mood to plantf “The Garden 945-9554 ti ” 4 House filled with unique and W81HI5 wonderful items for 5 24hMrsatn*7Mv$iweel your garden and home. For Sun 1 News We’re Looking KTIOHMs! Come in and see mat Cherry Valley Greenhouse. Forward to Seeing you! �Page 18/The Sun and News. MkkjleviHe. Ml/June 4. 2002 Ross ends career with 2 more titles Caledonia’s Joel DeBlaay placed eighth in the high jump at 6-3 Caledonia’s Tim Ross glides toward the finish line all alone in the finals of the 1600-meter state fi­ nals on Saturday. Ross repeated as the Division 2 state champ in both the 1600 and 3200. Caledonia High School senior Tim Ross put the fin­ ishing touches on a stellar distance prep running career by reclaiming two individual titles Saturday at the Division II track meet at House­ man Field, Grand Rapids. Ross, voted top athlete at CHS and winner of a schol­ arship to run at the Univer­ Caledonia sophomore Angie Maxey was second in the pole vault with a school-record 11-1.01. sity of Missouri this fall, won the individual champi­ onships again in the 1600and 3200-meter runs. Slowed by a knee injury he picked up during the past week while helping his fa­ ther move an object, Ross captured first place in the 1600 with a time of 4:15.96 and the 3200 in 9:16.13. Summer Yankee Spring Coif Course Junior Coif Program AGE 9 TO 16 SCHEDULE JUNK 12™ JUNK IT™ JUNK 19™ JUNK 24™ JULY 1“T 8:30 - 9:00 AM START - FINISH AROUND 11:30 TO NOON $4.00 PER PERSON EACH WEEK $2.00 PER PERSON (Y.S. MEMBER) EACH WEEK. SIGN UP SHEET AT PRO-SHOP OR CALL 795-3356 BRING YOUR OWN CLUBS AS JUNKJR SETS ARE LIMITED. INSTRUCTORS MIDDLEVILLE T K. GOLF COACHES Yankee Springs Coif Course "luo Neither was his best per­ formance. Ross set the Divi­ sion II record in the 3200 at the state finals a year ago. The dual titles closed out a fabulous career for the Fighting Scot ace, who re­ ported that his coach, John Soderman, had a lot to do with his success. It was in­ teresting that it was both men’s last prep appearance, as Soderman announced his retirement earlier this spring. Ross, was state champ in the 1600 and 3200 as a jun­ ior and he was the individual cross country champ in Di­ vision II last fall. But Ross wasn’t the only Caledonia star of the day last Saturday. Sophomore Angie Maxey raised the bar yet one more time in placing runner-up in the pole vault. Maxey cleared 11 feet, 1 inch, to better the school re­ cord of 10-9 she set in the Champion of Champions meet late last month. She finished second to Grand meet t>y aecident'1 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia’s Seth Temple took fourth in the pole vault at 13-7. Rapids Christian’s Missy Smith, who cleared 11-5. Maxey’s points were all the Scot girls would get (8), but for the guys Seth Tem­ ple tied for fourth in the pole vault at 13-6 and Joel De­ Blaay cleared 6-3 to tie for eighth in the high jump. So the boys’ squad fin­ ished with 24 5/6 points, well ahead of O-K Gold ri­ vals Cedar Springs and Wayland, both of which bested Caledonia in O-K Gold dual meets earlier in the season. Cedar had just 10 points and Wayland only four. Thornapple Kellogg reg­ istered three points on the team scoring ladder, as its 800-meter relay team of Scott Brooks, Matt Erb, Darrin Tape and Adam Chamberlain checked in with a time of 1:31.9. Others who qualified for the state meet but unable to crack the top eight to score points for Middleville were sophomore high jumper Jor­ dan Hartley, sophomore 400-meter runner Brooks and senior Melissa Ouiscnberry in the 1600 and 3200. For Caledonia, the other state qualifiers were the 1600-meter relay team of Julie Slot, Samantha Pleva, Shannon Pleva and Becca Busfield. Trojans 1st, 2nd at Barry Co. Meet The Middleville boys’ track team placed first and the girls second at the Barry County Meet in Hastings on May 28. The O-K Blue champion boys nearly swept the relays and excelled in jumps and sprints, while the girls rode solid contributions from throughout their lineup to trail only Maple Valley. First-place finishers — whether individual or relay, including ties — earned All­ County status. Second team All-County honors went out to second-place finishers. Here’s a rundown: Boys’ Results - Mid- Continued next page Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! (616) 891-0150 795-5654 �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 4. 2002/Page 19 Gearing up for bike safety this summer (NAPS*—Biking is a fun form of transportation and exercise. but few people stop to consider the dangers involved Every year, nearly 500 children under the age of 15 die in bicycle accidents involving a car Most of these deaths are due to the biker s behavior—riding into the street without stopping, run­ ning a stop sign or riding against the flow of traffic, according to the Nemours Foundation These statistics are alarming, but parents and teachers can help protect chil­ dren by teaching them bicy­ cle safety Saving a life can be as sim­ ple as following a few rules of the road including wearing dlcvillc 112; Delton-Kellogg 92; Lakewood 56; Maple Valley 54; Hastings 49. DISCUS - 4. Chris Rupp. 119-2. HIGH JUMP IT. Jor­ dan Hartley, 5-10; T. Justin VanSpronscn. 5-10; T. Scott Brooks, 5-10. LONG JUMP - 1. Adam < tembt din. 20 (i POLE VAULT - 3. Matt Erb, 11-6. 3200 METER RElJ\Y I. Middleville (A), 8:35.52 (Stuart Aspinall, Tim Brog. Pat Jansens, Mike Stortz). 100 - 1. Adam Chamber­ lin, 11.23; 2. Darrin Tape, II. 35. 800 RELAY - 1. Mid­ dleville (A), 1:34.33 (Scott Brooks. Matt Erb, Darrin Tape, Adam Chamberlin). 1600 - 3. Mike Stortz, 4:46.67. 400 RELAY - 1. Mid­ dleville (A), 45.36 (Scott Brooks, Kyle Farris, Darrin Tape, Adam Chamberlin). 400 -- 1. Scott Brooks, 51.88; 3. Steve Allen. 52.88. 800 -- 3. Pat Jansens. 2:08.54; 4. Stuart Aspinall. 2:09.39. 200 -- 1. Darrin Tape. 23.47. 3200 - 2. Mike Stortz, 10:29.36. 1600 RELAY - 2. Mid­ dleville (A), 3:40.29 (Chad Barager, Steve Allen, Chris Rupp Josh Tobias). Girls’ Results -- Maple Valley 111; Middleville 93; Lakewood 56; Delton-Kel­ logg 47; Hastings 46. HIGH JUMP - 4. Victo­ ria Stanton. 4-10. LONG JUMP - 4 Whit­ ney Robertson. 14-6; 5. Vic­ toria Stanton. 14-2 1/2. POLE VAULT -- 4 Greta Gustafson, 8-0; 5. Leandra Postema. 7-0. 3200 METER RELAY 1. Middleville (A), 10:29.49 (Elise Nyland, Melissa Quisenberry, Natalie Hoag. Jessica Stortz). 100 HURDLES - 4. Theresa Miller. 17.49. 100 -- 3. Aubrey Ray­ mond. 13.32. 800 RELAY -- 4. Mid­ dleville (A), 1:56.43 (An­ gela Blood, Whitney Rob­ ertson, Greta Gustafson, Ra­ chel Norton). 1600 - 1. Melissa Quisenberry, 5:34.71; 3. Christine Dood, 5:47.63; 4. Natalie Hoag, 5:53.90. 400 RELAY - 3. Mid­ dleville (A), 54.72 (Aubrey Raymond, Theresa Miller. Angela Blood, Victoria Stanton). 400 — 1. Jessica Stortz, 1:02.21. 300 HURDLES - 2. Vic­ toria Stanton. 48.78; 5. Au­ brey Raymond. 52.85. 800 -- 2. Elise Nyland. 2:30.21; 4. Natalie Hoag. 2:38.32. 200 — 2. Aubrey Ray­ mond. 28.50. 3200 — 1. Melissa Quisenberry, 12:36.45; 2. Christine Dood, 12:41.25; 4. Kelli Zoet. 13:32.54. 1600 RELAY - 2. Mid­ dleville (A), 4:21.14 (Rachel Norton, Elise Nyland, Greta Gustafson. Jessica Stortz). a fun and educational way. This program provides mate­ rials to help teachers and parents convey life-saving messages to their students and children “Biking has been an impor­ tant part of my life ever since I was a little kid." said Nyqwst “Young people really don’t understand how dan­ gerous it can be if you don’t protect yourself, and it’s up to parents and teachers to help educate kids and keep them safe." Hundreds of schools natKHiwide an' using the Get m Gear program, which includes a bike safety video and teacher student interactive materials. A Web site. www.leepipes. com/GetinGear. is dedicated to proriding important bike safety information to parents and teachers, as well as fun games and quizzes for kids “We were alarmed by the bike injury statistics," said Nancy McDonald, manager of marketing communications for Lee. “Many of our con­ sumers are moms and kids, and we felt we could effec­ tively use the power of the Lee brand and the expertise of Haro Bikes to address bike safety in a creative and edu­ cational way." Lee Jeans and Haro Bikes encourage everyone to Get in Gear and always practice bike safety. For more bicycle safety tips and information on the program, log onto www.leepipes.comGetinGear. CM Certified used vehicles Middleville’s Scott Brooks leads off the 800-meter relay, in which the Trojans placed sixth in 1.31 90. From previous page helmets, obeying traffic signs, riding in the same direction as cars and using hand sig­ nals. The National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration found 75 percent of child deaths are due to head injuries. By using helmets, these injuries can be reduced by as much as 85 percent. To help teach children the importance of bike safety. Lee’ Jeans. Team Haro's title sponsor, has partnered with Ryan Nyquist, professional bike stunt rider for Team Haro Lee Pipes, to create the Lee Pipes Get in Gear bike safety program. Get in Gear, starring Nyquist, is an edu­ cational program designed to teach kids bike safety in spotlight on safety Certified UIID V«M»CL«t • 100 Pt. Inspection • Extended Factory Warranty Benefits • 3 Day -150 Mile Satisfaction Guarantee • New Car Financing Available from GMAC • Displayed No Hassle Pricing Certified US1D Vf HI^Llft 2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER 1999 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 1999 CHEVROLET PICKUP 1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIQUE Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Private Roads, Parking Lots. 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Caledonia, the Division 3 state runner-up the past two seasons, moved up to Divi­ sion 2 this year and moved up a spot in the finals as well, winning the school’s first state golf title with a two-day team total of 673 at Forest Akers East in East Lansing. Three Leatherman sisters — Lauri, Amy Jo and Katie — and their Leatherman cousin Kelli led the Scots all Amy Jo Leatherman. season long, and all four of them came up big over the (Photo by Perry Hardin) weekend. Saturday. Senior Lauri Leatherman “Kelli wasn't happy with fired an 80 on Friday as the her game all season,” Wag­ Scots tied Portage Central ner said. “We always kidded for the lead after the first her about being a warm­ Katie Leatherman. (Photo by Perry Hardin) day at 342. Lauri carded an weather player, and then we 81 on Saturday for a team- didn’t get any warm weather low total of 161. all season. The Scots were solid right when long-time girls’ coach Junior Amy Jo Leather“She saved her best for down to their fifth golfer, Diane Doot had to suddenly man followed up Friday’s last and really came through junior Erin Samuels. step down due to health 85 with an 80 on Saturday, for us.” “Only one No. 5 (golfer) problems. leading a great all-around “She (Doot) had already As did freshman Katie beat Erin on the first day,” team performance for a sec- Leatherman, who carded Wagner said. “We didn’t retired from teaching and ond-day score of 331 and to­ consecutive season bests have a superstar, just a planned on this being her tal score of 673, five strokes with a 90 on Friday and an group of really good players. last year (of coaching)," better than runner-up Port­ 87 on Saturday. “They all worked together Wagner said. “She wanted age Central (678) and eight to go out with (senior Leath­ “No one (from Caledonia) and they did it.” better than third-place East placed in the top 10 indi­ Wagner, also the boys’ ermans) Lauri and Kelli. 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Ml/June 4. 2002/Page 21 CHS’s Nemecek wins Sectional fencing title Caledonia High School freshman Samantha Neme­ cek won the Women’s Un­ der-19 Foil event at the Great Lakes Sectional Fenc­ ing Championships in Mun­ cie, Ind., on May 18-19. Fencers from all over In­ diana. Ohio, Kentucky and Michigan gathered at Ball State University for the competition. Nemecek, rep­ resenting the West Michigan Fencing Academy, also took second place in the Women’s Open Foil event. Nemecek qualified to fence in both events in the U-19 Division II and Divi­ sion l-A women’s foil Sum­ mer Nationals in Greenville, S.C., in July. Nemecek, 14, suffered a back injury in January of this year and was forced to lay off training for three Samantha Nemecek and her dad Mike Nemecek months. The Sectional was take a breather during a fencing tournament earlier her first major tournament this year. since the injury. “It’s been a very difficult time for me,” Nemecek said. “I (went from) training 10 ing her layoff. lot to help me get that (con­ hours a week and fencing in “I lost a lot of confidence fidence) back. tournaments every other in myself and my fencing, “I could have never done weekend to no fencing at all and I was very nervous it without my dad (Mike), for three months.’’ about how I would do (in who is my new coach, and To compound matters, competitions),” she said. some great physical ther­ Nemecek’s coach quit dur- “This tournament has done a apy” Defensive stocks can add diversity to mutual fund (NAPS)—Being defensive isn’t always a bad thing— particularly when it comes to mutual funds. When used to describe stocks, the term defensive usu­ ally refers to companies that perform in a steady manner, no matter what the economy is doing. 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It offers investors a choice of 135 mutual funds and man­ ages approximately $180 bil­ lion in assets. To learn more about Federated Market Opportunity Fund, ask for a prospectus con­ taining more complete infor­ mation from your investment professional or call Federated at 1-800-341-7400. Please read it carefully before investing. Federated funds are dis­ tributed by Federated Securi­ ties Corp. Past performance is no guarantee offuture results. Visit the Web site at www. federatediniestors.com or call for current fund performance. Outstanding Athletes Caledonia’s Jackson taking soccer skills to Northwood by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Sports have always been a big part of Kelley Jackson's life, including her four years at Caledonia High School. And after some hard choices, the sport of soccer will continue to draw much of her attention for at least the next four years, as the graduating senior has com­ mitted to play for North­ wood University in Mid­ land. Jackson, the daughter of Bob and Kathy Jackson, was named CHS’s female Senior Athlete of the Year after captaining and starring for both the basketball and soc­ cer teams. This season was Jack­ son’s second as captain of the soccer squad. At North­ wood, she’ll reunite with 2001 Caledonia grad Nessa Hofstra, who was her co­ captain that season. Jackson, a four-year starter at center midfielder, scored 22 goals in 17 games for the Scots this spring, four goals shy of the single­ season school record. She has decided to play only soccer at North wood, de­ spite her additional prowess on the basketball court. Also a four-year starter at point guard, Jackson re­ ceived honorable mention All-State recognition as a junior. Last season, she was an All-Conference selection and was named Best Defen­ sive Player for the Scots. Former Caledonia basket­ ball coach Jon Meerman. who stepped down after last season, praised both her play and her leadership. “Kelley is a very gifted athlete who has been a plea­ sure to coach,” Meerman said. “She has the ability to play at the next level.” “It took me a long time to decide between basketball and soccer,” Jackson said. “In the end, I really wanted to play soccer, and I saw more opportunity and more chances to improve (in soc­ cer).” happy with all the assists, but I knew I’d have to step up (her scoring) this year.” she said. Jackson wasn’t happy with her shooting, however, and set out to turn that weakness into a strength. She spent the summer work­ ing with Jake Harmon, Cale­ donia's JV boys’ soccer coach and a former profes­ sional goalkeeper, to im­ prove her shot. “He (Harmon) has a lot of experience against shooters, and he was a big help.” Kelley Jackson Jackson said. “I owe that Improvement is some­ success to him.” Jackson helps to make her thing Jackson strives for consciously and constantly, own success with an addi­ according to Caledonia soc­ tional regimen of condition­ ing and strength training. cer coach Kate Selke. “It’s a lot of hard work, “Kelley always wants to improve herself and is will­ but it's that kind of alling to work hard enough to around effort that makes you turn weaknesses into better.” she said. Jackson’s conditioning strengths,” Selke said. “Eve­ rything she does, she does to has also helped to fend off the highest standards, and the injury bug. She has she loves doing things that avoided any serious injuries and missed only one soccer way. “She leads by example, game in her high school ca­ and I feel lucky to have had reer, when the flu finally her as a leader on our team.” kept her out of a game this A prime example of Jack­ season. As she looks ahead to col­ son’s work ethic began after her junior season of soccer, lege. Jackson is grateful for in which she had more as­ her years at CHS. sists than goals. Looking “Sports have been my life ahead to this season, she throughout high school,” she saw that she would be said. “Caledonia has been counted on to score more. very supportive. It’s been a “After last year, I was great experience.” THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION i v Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. 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The Scots ultimately out­ shot the Eagles 13-11 on the night, but they were unable to capitalize on their oppor­ tunities for most of the game. Laura Bashior finally scored with seven minutes left, but the momentum wasn’t enough to bring the score any closer. “Carlie Sanxtcr and Chel­ sea Farver played outstand­ ing defense," Caledonia coach Kate Sclkc said. “Erin Peacy had a great game and shut down Christian’s num­ ber-one player. Automotive 1994 FORD ESCORT LX: new brakes, rotors, tires, clutch and bushings, 90,000 miles, runs great, looks great, $2,800 obo. (616)7955390 or (616)838-7676. 1999 4WD SUBURBAN: SLT pkg., 2 tone dark blue, loaded, highway miles, $18,000. (616)795-8741 liusiness Senices A.M. TO P.M. TREE SERV­ ICE: tree removal & trim­ ming. Stump grinding, free estimates. Insured, (616)8910890 or 1-866-CUT-AMPM. ALL STAR ROOFING: Res idential roofing specialist. Tearoffs - Reroofs. Quality work at competitive prices Written labor warrenty, li­ censed & insured. 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Green and Joseph Reil looked just like the other graduates, only older. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-06-11.pdf f2590e5afa4e9a781aba390e53fdd9b7 PDF Text Text 00/00/00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 Yoi»r Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 24/June 11, 2002 Local veteran gets diploma about 60 years later Tammy Keith is proud of her 81-ycar-old grandfather, Joseph P. Weller, a World War 11 veteran, who gradu­ ated with the Ionia High School Senior class of 2002 Sunday, June 2. Weller, who now lives in the Campau Lake area, joined the ceremony as a re­ sult of an article in the Sun and News Aug. 21, 2001, that his daughter, JoAnn Carney, read to him about Michigan residents qualify­ ing for honorary diplomas. He agreed that one of his life long goals was to obtain his high school diploma. Weller's father. Jacob, had attained a third grade educa­ tion, but his mother, Phoebe (Kenyon), graduated from school that was actually the eighth grade at that time. “She was very intelligent and always pushed educa­ tion." Dr. Penny Weller said of her grandmother. "How­ ever, the war changed her plans for Joe to complete Joseph P. Weller work on his diploma." Joe Weller would have graduated with the Class of 1939 from Ionia Schools, however, he was drafted into the US Air Force. His brother, Jacob, also went into the service and spent most of his time in Hawaii. Jacob passed away last year at the age of 80. Joe Weller trained at Fort Custer in Battle Creek, also spending time at Hill Field Air force Base in Utah and later Camp Kilmer, N.J. En route to New Jersey. 50 of the 2,000 servicemen "bailed" out in Chicago. Weller was transferred to England where he spent the majority of the war. His grandchildren joked about being Italian-American be­ cause his original platoon was shipped to Italy. How­ ever, due to rheumatic fever he was separated from his platoon that headed to Italy. Once he was well enough, he shipped out to England aboard a South American boat. The South American boat ride to England is a vivid memory for Weller. “It was 5,500 square feet, and every three minutes it changed course to ensure its left because England was safe arrival to England.” He remembers that "it such a war zone. He lived in wasn't nice, you couldn't huts and was under fire for shave or bathe for 22 days." three months from Germany • There were two meals a day He shot a 50 caliber gun that <ook two people to operate and no one mingled.” When they arrived they and spent time in a place thought there was nothing called Sudsberry, but they called it “Mudsberry” be­ cause it was so muddy. He met his bride, Emma (Bridge), and was married about a year before the war ended. They had one child See veteran, page 5 First Renaissance Zone site plan wins approval by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The first steps to building within the Middleville Ren­ aissance Zone were ap­ proved by Village of Mid­ dleville Planning Commis­ sion Tuesday, June 4. The site plan for a new building for Euro-Lighting was approved as presented by Roger Lamer from W.L. Perry Associates. Euro-Lighting, owned by Herbert Welz, is currently located in the building be­ hind Dan Valley Excavat­ ing. The company makes lamp shades and hopes to double its employees in the new facility. The new building will be built on Lot #5 in the indus­ trial park. The plan leaves room for expansion. The projected date for the project is October of this year. Planning and zoning ad­ ministrator Geoff Moffat re­ ported that work has been done to improve traffic flow at Tires 200 on Arlington Court. These temporary so­ lutions include adding slop signs, rcstriping and rcroul- See site plan, page 16 School-record season ends for TK The Middleville Thornap­ ple-Kellogg varsity girls’ soccer team was playing its best ball of the season, but ran into the best team it had faced all season in No. 2ranked Unity Christian and fell 6-1 in a district champi­ onship game May 31. Advancing to the district championship game with ex­ citing wins over South Christian and Rogers, TK learned first-hand why Unity Christian is a legitimate con­ tender for the state champi­ onship. The host Crusaders dominated every phase of the match, with the Trojans’ lone goal coming off a sec­ ond-half penalty kick con­ version by senior striker Mi­ chelle May. Still, Middleville played hard all the way to the fin­ ish, as was its style all sea­ son. The Trojans finished the 2002 campaign with a 14-6-1 record, setting a school record for wins in a season. TK earned a share of the O-K Blue conference title for the first time after three straight runner-up finishes to Calvin Christian, beating the Squires in the championship game of the conference tour­ nament. May set a single-season school record for goals with 28, and she and fellow sen­ ior Laura VanRyn share the new career scoring record with 50 goals each. All-Conference selec­ tions included May, Van­ Ryn, Rachel Holwerda. Ande Bouma and Rachel Clinton, with honorable­ mention honors going to Melisa Potts. May and Bouma were named to the All-District team. Junior Ryan Lavich was voted Most Improved Player by her teammates and May earned the MVP award. TK loses nine seniors to graduation. Forwards May and VanRyn, midfielders Holwerda, Lindsey DeLiiie and Becky Warner, and de­ fenders Bouma, Angela Wilkins, Shauna Brice and Shanna Sanderson will be replaced by a talented group of returnees determined to carry the torch in 2003, said TK coach Steve Evans. Roger Lamei points out elements of the site plan for the new Euro-Lighting building in the Middleville Industrial Park. In This Issue Miss Middleville Barry County Pageant June 29 Whitneyville storage building plan turned down Scotsmoor project developed for more input CHS Athletic Hall of Fame announces inaugural class The Middleville soccer team set a school record for wins this season with 14. �Page "ctyo 2/Tbe uuh Sun <»•*• and News. Mtddlevitte, Ml/June — 11. 2002 * Bridge project keeps intellectual juices flowing by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Teachers and administra­ tors often are scratching their heads wondering how to keep students occupied when only one week of school remains. Science teacher Luanne Wiese and the other seventh grade teachers worked to­ gether on a project that kept students thinking even when only days of school re­ mained. Students (they had to have turned in all their sci­ ence homework) formed two-person teams that were given an imaginary budget of almost two million dol­ lars. With this, they bought some toothpicks, glue and foam board (the land) and designed bridges. First, students reviewed bridge building techniques and the forces which bridges must withstand. They then watched a video of a bridge (the Tacoma Narrows Bridge), whose design, while light and elegant, was not strong enough to with­ stand wind force. Then the teams were given time to work on this project. Students had to create bridge building plans and could be penalized for not meeting required standards. Then on Tuesday. June 4. it was time to test the bridges, which could be dis­ qualified for not meeting standards. Bridges were weighed. Suspending a coffee can from a pen students care­ fully poured steel ball bear­ ings into the can. Some bridges collapsed immediately, others held five, six or more cups (each weighing more than 532 grams. Students had to calculate the structural efficiency of their bridge design by divid­ ing the mass of their bridge in grams into the mass the bridge held (the weight of the can plus the weight of the ball bearings). Students also had to com­ pare the cost of their materi­ als to see which bridge de­ signs were built most cost effectively. Students couldn't just pile on tooth­ picks and make their bridge really strong. These bridges wouldn’t be cost or design efficient. This project was one that changed students' perspec­ tives on the bridges they walk and ride over every day. Teacher Luanne Wiese helps a student weigh their bridge. Alt. ed graduation ‘low key’ Blake Berkimer and Corey Humphrey see how much their bridge can hold. TUappy 40a to ^Dianne & J) mg ^Roush Qove you! fr, -S&turic by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It was a quiet and low-key graduation May 30 for Jen­ nifer Marie Hiney and Les­ ter Lee Wheeler II. The Alternative Educa­ tion graduation didn't have all the pomp and circum­ stance (while the music was heard before the ceremony began.) These two students didn’t want caps and gowns, but their teachers wanted to make sure they understood how important their accom­ plishments were. Alternative education di­ rector Chris Boysen told the two graduates that their di­ plomas made them eligible to attend college or technical school, improved their wages, gave them the oppor­ tunity to join the military and marked their hard work. The audience at the graduation held at the Thor­ napple Kellogg Learning JkNSHER e> CLOTHISG BOLTIQLE IN CALEDONIA SHOPPING CENTER Storewide sale—3 days only! June 13, 14, 15-9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Regular business hours Mon 10-6; Tues.-Fri. 10-8, Sat 10 4) FATHER’S DAY GIFTS —Tommy T-shirts. Sweatshirts, Jeans, Nascar Coffee Mugs. Watch & Keyring Set Juniors, Junior Plus, Missy, Women Plus Quality Clothing - Reasonable Prices Center was filled with fam­ ily, friends and fellow class­ mates. Instructor Anthony Cornacchione 11 told the gradu­ ates, "We will miss you." He also told them that their perseverance in com- pleting the requirements for graduation (even with the stresses they may have faced with family or job responsi­ bilities) served as a model for their fellow students. Following the ceremony the graduates were treated to a small cake and punch re* ception. Redeemer Covenant vacation Bible school will beJune 24-28 Redeemer Covenant Church in Dutton invites children ages 4 through fifth grade to come to Son Can­ yon River Adventure, this summer's vacation Bible school. Son Canyon River Ad­ venture provides Bible teaching with a river rafting theme. Children will have adventures singing, watch­ ing skits, creating crafts, playing games and enjoying snacks. “But most important, they'll discover survival skills for daily living from the book of Proverbs.” said Caroline Kiel, vacation Bi­ ble school coordinator. "We're looking forward to sharing this exciting event with the children and par­ ents in our neighborhood. We hope they all will join us at Son Canyon River Ad­ venture, as we have lots of fun and leam what the Bible says about making wise life choices." Redeemer Covenant Church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. The Bible school sessions will be from 6 to 8:15 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 24-28. For information or to reg­ ister children, call the church office at 698-8001. SMVTIMfS &/10-A/TJ OIAB COMPANTpG-13) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ a a ! O SUM OF AU Ft Alts (PG-13 11 30 2 00 4 30, 7 00. 9 25 SPIRIT: STALLION OF THE CIMARRON (G) 11 35 1 30. 3 25. 5 20 7 15 ENOUGH 3,9 10 O STAR WARS EPISODE 2: ATTACK OF THE CLONES (PG, WUMMMBI erazmoEi I KI 2OCM.DRINI IIlIllIlllIlIllir T T T T T 9379 Cherry Valley S.E., Caledonia. Mich. 616-891*5868 Jennifer Marie Hiney and Lester Lee Wheeler II were congratulated on their graduation from the Thornapple Kellogg Alternative High School by teacher Anthony Comacchione II. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/June 11, 2002/Page 3 ‘Cinderella’ cast to have lunch at Monterey Grill Several members of the cast of Cinderella will be on hand to greet diners at the Monterey Grille on Saturday, June 15 from 11 a m. to 1 p.m. The stepmother, stepsisters and maybe even the Fairy Godmother will be available for autographs and photos. Chris Knobloch as the prince has eyes only for Angela Kline as Cinderella, even though she is dressed in her apron not her ball gown. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the cast of “Cinderella” will make a special appearance Saturday, June 15, at the Monterey Grill from 11 a m. to 1 p.m. Each young guest will re* ccivc an autographed pic­ ture Rodgers and Kammerste­ in’s “Cinderella” will be presented June 21, 22, 28 and 29, at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia High School Per­ forming Arts Center. The Caledonia Commu­ nity players, with the help of sponsor State Bank of Cale­ donia, will turn the Friday, June 28, performance into a “Night of Magic.” This year’s musical pro­ duction is directed by Steve VandcrArk. “1 think it is fair to say that Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella was my first exposure to musical theater,” he says. “Magical things are hap­ pening and this wonderful and talented cast brings Cin­ derella to life.” He also says, “This is going to be a de­ lightful show.” Angela Kline brings a youthful freshness to her portrayal of Cinderella. Chris Knobloch is the dash­ ing prince. Mary Ann Heinen brings a humanity to the step mother while Loretta Agnew and Brenda VandcrArk as Joy and Portia continue a theatrical tradition of really Heritage Days looking for entertainment The Heritage Days Festi­ val is looking to fill its en­ tertainment lineup for Friday night, Sept. 6. The new ga­ zebo in Stagecoach Park will be the site for entertain­ ment from 7 to 9 p.m. Any groups who would like more information or to audition should call Cheryl Peters at 795-0051. Volunteers are needed to help make this annual event a success. The Heritage Days committee will meet tonight, Tuesday, June 11 at 7 p.m. at Carveth Village. Meetings are also scheduled for Tuesday. July 9 and Tuesday, August 13. The Heritage Days festi­ val will be held in down­ town Middleville on Friday, Sept. 6. On Saturday, Sept. 7 the festival begins with a 5K run downtown and then moves to Page Elementary School following the parade. Call Peters at 795-0051 for more information. funny (over the top) per­ formances as the step sisters. The wise king is Paul Brouwers with Sherri Filson as his Queen. Mimi Russell scatters magic dust as the godmother. Herald Rob Karel has the difficult task of trying to force the glass slipper onto the step sisters “oh so big” feet. Color and life are given to this production by towns­ people and servants played by Rayna Bos, Faye DeY­ oung, Amy Hooyer, Tim Hooyer, Emily Jacobson, Keagan Rushmore, Ganelle Schedbauer, Gwendolyn Sheehan, Holly Van Laan, Krystal Varney, and Mike Vaughn. Dancing across the stage are Caitlyn Boot, Samantha Nemecek, Pete Oudbier, Justin Pitt, John Scranton and Katie VandcrArk. Jeffrey Agnew, Audrey Filson, Jamie Hooyer, Emily Martinez, Christopher Van­ der Ark and Calli and Lind­ sey Woodcock put special effort into their roles as chil­ dren in a time of magic. Reserved seating tickets ‘ for Cinderella are $8 for adults and $5 for children. They may be purchased at the Caledonia Community Education Office or by call­ ing 891-8117. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. In addition to the magical Cinderella lunch at the Mon­ terey Grille on Saturday. June 15. Raffacla's by Pa­ ganos will give diners show­ ing a ticket for that evening s performance a 15 percent discount. Call the restaurant at 891-0160. Caledonia Community Players proudly present" •Musk by RICHARD RODGERS • • Book and Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN 11 • Why do all the work when we can do it for you? lC\wNatvn ylltiadiws h^etuement (fittaye 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 June 21, 22, 28 & 29, 2002 7:00 p.m. Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center *8.00 adults *5.00 children (12 and under) Call 891-8117 for reserved seat tickets .Uy 11 Visa and M/C accepted i An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community * it Now Taking Reservations it June 15,2002 11:00 ajn. - 1.00 pjn. u Monterey Grille Woodlawn Meadows b pleased to offer assisted living services to those requiring various lewis of assistance with activities of daik living and specialized memory care for those uith Alzheimers disease and otlier related dementias Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living._________ 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www ietsure-fcving com Have lunch with Cinderella and Cast. ► ♦ Free autographed photo for each young guest A Night of Magic June 28th Magic Show before performance Sponsored by... Qtate w? V ALFDONA �gpr.TQOOS . t r nnuL’UM .cJiivsibt'M ewaH bna nu8 edT Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/June 11. 2002 U of M honors 11 locals at Honors Convocation Eleven local students were among more than 9,000 recognized recently at the University Michigan Honors Convocation. University Honors went to those who earned at least a 3.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the winter or fall term of 2001. Those who maintained all-A grades for at least two consecutive terms were named James B. Angell Scholars. Those who won a Wil­ liam J. Branstrom Prize were among 300 U of M freshman for ranking in the top 5 percent of their class. The students, their home­ towns. the U-M schools they attend and the type of prize received were: • Joelle Busman of Alto. School of Business Admin­ istration, Angell Scholar and University Honor. • Sarah Grow of Alto, Di­ vision of Kinesiology, Uni­ versity Honor. • Erin Haddix of Alto, School of Natural Resource and Environment, Univer­ sity Honor. • Jennifer VanDyke of Alto. School of Education. Angell Scholar and Univer­ sity Honor. • Stephanie Worcester of Alto. College of Literature, Science and the Arts, Uni­ versity Honor. • Kevin Ford of Caledo­ nia. College of Literature. Science and the Arts. Uni­ versity Honor. • Brian Lillie of Caledo­ nia. Division of Kinesiol­ ogy. University Honor. • Matthew Schafer of Caledonia. College of Engi­ neering. University Honor. • Jennifer Sprague of Caledonia. College of Lit­ erature. Science and the Arts. University Honor. • Tami Van De Wege of Caledonia. College of Lit­ erature. Science and the Arts, Angell Scholar and University Honoj. • Breyne Middleton of Middleville. College of Lit­ erature. Science and the Arts. University Honor. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m 10 45 a m .................. 6:00 p.m. Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I 1 V CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) 930 h 11 00 a m. 891-0576 Sunday Mocninq Worship Youth Minotry Meeting al the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rrv Muhacl Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcu, Worship I j ade r Denns Houma Youth Pastor ( hunh Office 616 8910287 Vi.it <Mjr wot site www bnghtMde -'(J CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • '95-9726 Brute Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor IX»ugla* G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid 'Xtek Prayer Word of bfe Clubs 9 45 a m. 1100 a.m. 6 00 p.m. 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship 930 am Sunday School...................... 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 am. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH UDIjc ©ID {Earnc jfthtljolrigt Cljurclj 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School.,.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Saturday Evening Mass .. . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a m. & 11:00 a.m. QUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900am and 1030am Jum 16 hi the beginning ..Part II Humankind Destroyed Lakeside A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitneys die Avenue. Alio (616)891-8167 Church Office bl<> SOI 8660 / Fax 801-8648 w w w caledoniaumc org fan Commmufy Camput fin Fbknu/ry Senna —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Summer Sundas Worship Services. May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m 9 30 a m Nursery &. children's activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurch cc Wonhip 9:30 am CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office w-wwlak£»decomrmauty org m Christian Education Community Churcri 9 30 a.m 10 45 a m 6 00 p m. 8M-0391 Hour 11.00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor Dand Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-69M001 rtdeemertghserv.net A mwAer ddu www redeemacovtnant.org CememM OiMdbo ef Amenia ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 681b St near WhrfneyvO Ave 9 45 a m Praise Singing 10 50 am Morning Worship 11 00 a m 7 30 p m Pastor Uovd Dekbrmer. Sr Church Ph 8684810 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Wxmng Warsh^i 8 30 a tn Tradtoul 1100 am Ctemporary Sundav School fur .KU Agt> 9<5 am Sundn Evenmg Sctsky 6 30pm pKmrer K-6 ■ Wrdnnday 6 JO pm Fraser Meeting Wrdnrsdn 6 40 pm Youth Mnstn - Sundav 6 30 pm TOTSSFSD • VMMXX EXOMt tea* Nmr 891-8008 • e-nud leighumltserv net Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 930 am Middtevle Morning Worshp Sunday School (Jr High & Adults) Nursery ■ Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evenng Jr High • Grades 6-8. Wed Everang 1100 am. 945 am. HWam dOMOOpm 6007 30 pm Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 79fr9266 WAYFARER. CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www wgyfgrtrcc, org WHITNEYVILLE Leighton Church ConimtHiitv of Sunday Morning Worship . .10.00 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) COMMUNITY Sunday 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) (Nursery and Child Care available throughout the morning) M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church A CALEDONIA (f UNITED METHODIST Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chref Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795 7903 Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m Currently meeting at: Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through: 150 131st Ave.. Wayland, Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI I 10 AM Sunday Morning A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 792-2889 ew Life 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Fellowship Office 698-9660 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street JUT* Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School 9:30 AM Rev Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. Royle Bai lard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God + (Missouri Synod) 84th and Kraft - Caledonia Traditional Service 500 AM Liturgical Lutheran Worship 930 AM New Life Celebration Service 11 DO AM All Services have a Nurserq available Barrier Free www iserv net -stpaul Rev E. Anthony Sikora GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH St Paul Lutheran Church YOU ARE INVITED Church: (616) 795-2391 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Church School. Sunday 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m 6:00 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Rev Norman Kohns 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Good Shepherd Lutheran Church community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Coffee Fellowship MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Bible 2415 McCann Rd. <In Irving) Sunday 9.15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commurw 2nd Sunday) 11-00 A.M. Holy Communion WednSFdaY 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 946-9327 Vicar - Rav. David T. Hustwick | ic|xc| church 8546 Whrtneyvne Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 am Sunday Mommg WOnhp IQ30 am Meeting at cnape* on Whrtneyvie Ave Suraa, Evenrg ?«'orsnp 6 00 pm Wed MOweefc Prater it Boe Study 7 00 p.m *94 ‘freeras Si^s ?as?cr • Sev <or 5asrvc/ Assoc Aw wet»?e wnmeyv«eo*» org �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 11, 2002/Page £ CHS grad named top teacher in Holland one at the school and said he'd give the award to the whole school if he could. "I’m truly honored and thankful, but I’m just one teacher that is pari of a very caring staff." he said. "The kids are what it's all about and the kids here are unbe­ lievable. I have about 300 students in a year and every one of them is worthy of a student of the year award." The parent of one of Kowal’s students nominated him. That nomination, Mur­ ray said, summed up what the store is looking for in a winning nominee. "We had a parent who wrote in about how Mr. Kowal had affected her son and it was really what we were looking for," he said. "We felt it exemplified just what we were looking for." by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Bill Kowal, a 1991 gradu­ ate of Caledonia High School, has been named Teacher of the Year for the Holland area. Kowal is now a physical education teacher at Creek­ side Middle Schoo! in Zeeland. Kowal's mother, Char, is a secretary at Dutton Ele­ mentary in the Caledonia School district. The Teacher of the Year distinction came with $500 being given to Creekside in Kowal’s name. Kowal also received a blue Wal-Mart vest by Holland store Man­ ager Aaron Murray. Each spring, the store accepts nominations of teachers who “make a positive difference in children's lives.” In receiving the honor, Kowal acknowledged every­ Vet gets diploma, from page 1 Glenn and Bea Miller will celebrate their “55" wedding anniversary June 18, 2002. Jerry (Sally) Miller. Jane (late Kit Roon), Bill and (Judy) Miller are their children. They have six grandchildren and many great grandchil­ dren. If you would like to remember them with a card, send it to: 120 Manor Dr., Middleville, Mi 49333. Engagements Woody-Wilkins Alexia Marie Wilkins is happy to announce the engagement of her parents Carolyn Sue Woody and Area woman makes Point Park dean’s list Your short-term CD with the seemingly great rate is coming true Now What?_________ Contact Edward Jones. We’ll provide a free review of all your investment options. Due to lower interest rates, now may not be the best time to reivest funds from a maturing CD into another CD. We recom­ mend you consider all your investment options and then choose the one best suited to helping you achieve your long-term financial goals. At Edward Jones, before we invest your money, we invest our time. Call me to­ day to schedule a compli­ mentary portfolio review Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Vale) Aw. SE Suite E, Catedonu M 49316 Bus 616891 1173 ToMree 866891 1173 wwwedwardjones com UmtarSPC Edwardjones who died at birth and re­ mains buried in England. Weller kept signing up with the Air Force until both he and Emma were able to leave to America together. Since then, they have a fam­ ily of five children, 12 grandchildren, and 12 great­ grandchildren, many of whom were at the Ionia High School commence­ ment. Joe, Emma and his chil­ dren lived in Alaska for sev­ eral years, then moved to Campau Lake, where he and his wife run a beach house, rent boats, and own a mobile home park. Dr. Weller, a PhD who works at Pharmacia in Kala­ mazoo, said. “It was a won- Adam Phillip Wilkins. Carolyn and Adam are 2002 graduates. A July 20, 2002 wedding is being planned. derful moment for Joe to graduate with the Ionia Class of 2002 and receive this special honor. He re­ ceived a standing ovation as he approached the podium to receive his long-awaited diploma.” Bill Kowal (right) a 1991 Caledonia graduate holds the check given to Creek­ side Middle School in Zeeland in his honor. Kowal was namedTeacher of the Year by the Holland Wal-Mart. Pictured with Kowal are Creekside Principal Mark Reinardy, left, and WalMart managers NicoleShields and Aaron Mur­ ray. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. M Spa Pedicure! One Hour Relaxing, Soothing Spa for your enjoyment $35.00 OPI Nails Polish Full Size Bottle only $1.00 with Pedicure Service ($6.00 value!) Middleville resident Margaret E. Gregor was named to the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement at Point Park College, Pittsburgh, for the spnng semester. Contempo Salon (2 fiiU AGkvicc CDnlnmpjoAaAi/ Aalvn go/t Uiq tmLirw family Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1093 Local church plans vacation Bible school Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Middleville will have vacation Bible school the week of June 17-21. Bible stories, crafts, and music are planned for chil­ dren, ages preschool through sixth grade. Children, ages 2 to 3, need to be accompanied by a parent. Registration begins at 8:45 each morningwith the program running from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Snack time will be provided each day. Good Shepherd Lutheran is located at 908 Mam Street, in Middleville. More information is available by calling 795-2391. Cindy Ordway Loan Originator (Need we say more?) 7 Year Balloon Kate Mortgagor urn MAI,h/TREET SAVINGS BANK. Your Bank. Your Future. 629 W. State 5t.» Hastings (Located across from K-mart) 'Annual Percentage Rate as of June 7, 2002. and is subject to change. APR is calculated using a 30year amortization. a Call Cindy to find out how she can help you with a rnortqaqp. refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1300.267.3330 or 945.9561 �Page 6TThe Sun and News. MkkJteviWe, Ml/June 11,2002 TK senior awards reward hard work and talent The members of the class of 2002 at Thornapple Kel­ logg High School are a very talented bunch of students. This was made very clear during the senior awards as­ sembly on Friday. May 31 when scholarships and spe­ cial awards were presented. During the graduation ceremony on June 2, the academic accomplishments of the class were noted as the names of students and the scholarships they have received were announced. During the awards cere­ mony there was laughter as voters were encouraged to make sure that Ben Sevald who will be attending West Point is worth the $325,000 his education costs. Local organizations had a chance to recognize out­ standing students with scholarships. Teachers had time to talk about their in­ credible students one last time as well. The awards assembly was filled with hugs, laughter and even a few tears. Adam Terpstra accepts a really big check pre­ sented by Julie Koon and Mike Bremer of the Vil­ lage Players. Jennifer Wasikowski accepted the 4-H Advisory Council scholarship from Kathy Walters Surrat CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 2 ACRES Seth Welton and Kameron Sovem received the art awards Ben Sevald knows he has to do well at West Point Voters were encouraged to keep an eye on him. LARGE ENOUGH FOR HOME BUSINESS AND FAMILY LIVING! 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Don't wait on this one. Check out our Open House Sat., June 15th, 2-4 or call now for a private showing <O> Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1888 8910107 Elizabeth Kelson Mel Brenner Katie Cummiford Kay Cummiford Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Maryanne Hoeksma Heather Lake Debra Lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve 89 I 2122 891-2222 262-2021 29I-333O 891-2222 891-2222 891-7183 891-2222 262-8333 891-717 1 891-7172 Deanna McCulfor Ryan Ogie David Pratt Ron Prins Ron Richards Jennifer Russo Dave Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner Whitcomb Sam U right Wendv Zand st ra I I I I I Kevin Ehmry received the Michigan Math Prize award. The Adam Dipp scholarship went to Peter Mathias. It was presented by Dipp’s mother in his memory. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients 891 2222 891 2222 877 4010 891-2222 891-7176 891 2222 891-2222 891-2222 891 2222 891 2222 891 SOLD New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 89 1 *0004 9958 Cherry Vul'ey Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 11, 2002/Page 7 Thornapple Kellogg Senior Award winners named Congressman’s Medal of Merit - Lindsay Mom. Principal’s Leadership Award - Amiee Vanderwood. University of Michigan Award - Matthew Raetz. Jessica Wilson. Rotary Scholarships Benjamin Sevald. Chnstine Dood, Jessica Wilson, Amanda Kowalczyk. Gun Lake Women’s Club Scholarship - Benjamin McDuffee. Gun Lake Women’s Club Art Scholarship - Becky Harvey. Thomapple Area Enrich­ ment Foundation Scholar­ ships - Traditional Scholar­ ship, Rachel Holwerda; J.K. Simpson Scholarship, Kris­ ten Weaver; Terrie Yoder Memorial Scholarship. Laura Runals; Adam Dipp Scholarship, Peter Mathias; Millicent Grace Knox Mem­ orial Scholarship, Justine VanDommelen; Rodney M. Schad Scholarship, Stuart Aspinall; Thomas Robert Hamilton Memorial Scho­ larship, Kevin Schmitz; Jeffery Lehman Memorial Scholarship, Rachel Hol­ werda. Woody Wyngarten Schol­ arship - Mcgghan Smith. Judy Everitt DeVries Scholarship - Randy Bene­ dict, Tiffany Gurski. 4-H Scholarship - Jennifer Wasikowski. Village Players Scholarship Adam Terpstra. Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship - Brian Vander­ werp. SADD Scholarship - Aimee Vanderwood. West Point Appointment Recognition - Benjamin Sevald. KCTC Robert Skutt Scholarship Michael Bueschel. Business Award - Saman­ tha Harthy; McKeown & Kraii Scholarship - Jennifer Wasikowski, Brian Vanderwerpt. Social Studies Award Amanda Kowalczyk. Band Marine Corp Semper Fidelis - Matt Raetz, Victoria Stanton. Senior Drum Majors Amy Herring, Rebecca Warner. Flag Captains - Victoria Stanton. Leandra Postema. John Philip Sousa Award Kristen Weaver. Amanda Flora. Outstanding Performance in Choir (National School Choral Award) - Leandra Postema. Jackilyn Mann. Amy Herring. Jessica Wilson. Jazz Band - Outstanding Senior (Thomas D. Nash Jazz Award) - Knsten Wea­ ver. Benjamin Profitt. Science Distinguished Honors Award Randy Benedict. Jessica Wilson. Kevin Ehmry. Jennifer Punt. Technology Education Award David Stuart. Randy Benedict. AMC 12 Award - ACSL Award - Matthew Raetz. Michigan Math Prize Award - Kevin Ehmry. National Technology Achievement Awards Katrina Bosma, David DeVorrner, Kevin Emhry, Samantha Harthy, Peter Mathias. Renae Otto. Stuart Aspinall. Chester Bohley. Pamela Foote. French - Samantha Har­ thy, Sarah Krikke, Justine VanDommelen. Spanish - Barbara Blain. Rachel Kennicott, Renae Otto, Laura Runals. English Award - David Stuart. Passed AP Exam last year Pamela Foote, Benjamin Sevald. Jessica Wilson. David Stuart. All State - All American Award - Brian Bender, Ran­ dy Benedict, Ashley Carter, Adam Chamberlin. Lindsey Delille, Matthew Erb, Chris­ topher Finkbeiner, David Guy. Andrew Johnson, Michelle May. Mark Price. Andrew Prince, Michael Riley, Justin Shaff, Victoria Stanton, Joshua Tobias, Brett Vernon, Brian Yeazel. Student Council Awards Matt Erb, Victoria Stanton. Ashley Carter, Andrew Bou­ ma, Amanda Kowalczyk. Drama Awards - Amy Herring. Jessica Wilson. Leandra Postema. Art Award - Seth Welton, Kameron Sovem. TKEA Scholarship Rebecca Cobb, Matthew Erb. Samantha Harthy. Jen­ nifer Punt. Matthew Raetz. TKESP Scholarship - Samantha Harthy. Henry J. Dugan Princi­ pal's Award Matthew Erb. Honor Students - Stuart Aspinall. Randy Benedict. Barbara Blain. Chester Boh­ ley. Andrea Bouma. Jennifer Bowman. Michelle Bronsink. Rebecca Cobb. Ashley Crisher. Lindsey Delille. David DeVorrner. Christine Dood. Kevin Ehmry. Matt­ hew Erb. Amanda Flora. Pamela Foote. Andrew Gragg. Samantha Harthy, Rachel Holwerda. Rachel Kennicott, Sarah Koval. Alexandra Longstreet. Lar­ issa Macedo. Benjamin McDuffee. Lisa Moorhouse, Aaron Morley. Renae Otto, Leann Pitt. Leandra Post­ ema, Benjamin Profitt, Matthew Raetz. Michael nley. Laura Runals. Kevin Schmitz, Benjamin Sevald, Jill Smith. Megghan Smith, Brian Vanderwerp, Aimee Vanderwood, Justine Van­ Dommelen. Veronica Villa, Rebecca Warner, Jennifer Wasikowski. Kenneth Wiersum. Top 10 - Miranda Covey, Amy Hcmng. Sarah Koval, Peter Mathias. Heidi Porter, Jennifer Punt. Julie Schumaker, David Stuart, Kristen Weaver, Jessica Wilson. Business Services and Technoloy Samantha Harthy. National Honor Society 53 senior members of the National Honor Society were awarded gold cords to be worn at graduation to symbolize their commitment to academic achievement, leadership, and service to others. Aimee VanderWood and Matthew Erb were recog­ nized as this year’s TKHS National Honor Society Scholarship nominees. Cisco Networking - This year’s TK is graduating its first seniors eligible to sit for Cisco Certification (CCNA). The following students have successfully completed four semesters of highly techni­ cal and challenging curricu­ lum: Stuart Aspinall, Chester Bohley, Katrina Bosma. David DeVorrner, Kevin Ehmry. Pamela Foote, Samamtha Harthy, Peter Mathias, Renae Otto. Heidi GIHS FOR DAD All Men's Clothing .20% Layaway Benedict. Andrea Bouma. Michelle Bronsink. Lindsey DeLille. David DeVorrner. Christine Dood. Matthew Erb. Andrew Gragg. Rachel Holwerda. Sarah Koval. Alexandra Longstreet. Leann Pitt. Leandra Post­ ema. Benjamin Profitt. Matt­ hew Raetz. Kevin Schmitz. Benjamin Sevald. Veronika Villa. Rebecca Warner. Knsten Weaver. Christina Wiersum. OK Blue Conference Athlete of the Year - Ashley Carter. Matthew Erb. Athletic Boosters Scholarships - Mark Price. Matthew Erb. Rebecca Cobb. Andrea Bouma. 2002 scholarship recipients Carly Allington - MEAP. Stuart Aspinall - Ferris State University Residential Life, Philip Hirschman Scholarship. Rodney M. Schad Scholarship. Amanda Averill - MEAP. Megan Barnes - MEAP. Melinda Beilfuss - MEAP. Randy Benedict - Judy Everitt DeVries Scholarship, MEAP. Michael Beuschel Robert Skutt Scholarship. Barbara Blain - Western Michigan University, Academic Medallion Scholarship. MEAP. Matthew BlocksmaMEAP. Chester Bohley - MEAP. Amanda Boot - MEAP. Katnna Bosma - Northern Michigan University, Achievement Scholarship. MEAP. Andrea Bouma - MEAP. Brenda Bowerman MEAP. Jennifer Bowman MEAP. Michelle Bronsink MEAP. Ashley Carter - MEAP. Adam ChamberlainMEAP. Rebecca Cobb - Grand Rapids Community College Distinguished Scholarship. TKEA Scholarship. Miranda Covey - MEAP. Ashley Crisher - MEAP. Lindsey Delille - Central Michigan University. Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship. MEAP. See scholarships, pg. 8 Spa ^Rorftj ft Skin Cafte ’ It's HIS turn! Relaxation spa-treatment i for the men in your life! J Massage Therapy Facial Manicure High Pressure Tanning Single service available, OR COMPLETE DAY-SPA PACKAGE * All day-spa includes light champagne lunch in our garden room. Books • Cologne Gun Lake Mugs & INFORMAL FASHION SNOW \ Every Wednesday Noon Hour \ ^<0 ^Pointe HOURS: 795'9947 Matthew Erb. Detroit Free Press Student Athlete - Matthew Erb. Senior Athlete Award (Must have 6 or more Varsity Letters) - Randy Benedict. Andrew Bouma. Ashley Carter. Jeremy Chavis. Reb­ ecca Cobb. Lindsey DeLille. Christine Dood. Matthew Erb. Greta Gustafson. Pattrick Jansens. Mark Price. Ben Profitt. Melissa Quisenberry. Shawn Reil, Ben Sevald. Victoria Stanton. Tom Stcensma. Isaiah Thal­ er, Joshua Tobias. Brett Vernon, Kristen W’eaver. OK Blue Scholar Athlete (4 year competitor. I sport senior year. 3.5 GPA) Stuart Aspinall. Randy Pedicure Check out our Great Gift Ideas! Fo< Reservations call 616-672-5202 11332 W. M-179 HWY Porter. Andrew Prince. Tyler Py ke, Lucus Shuck. Adam Terpstra. Daniel Van Veghel. In addition, eight juniors are in the process of com­ pleting their requirements and will be eligible to sit for their Cisco Certification by the end of the school year: Steven Allen. Douglas Elam. Sarah Freeman. Chase Goodin, Jordan Rock, Dan­ iel Texter. Roger Thompson, and Stacy VanderWerp. Army National Scholar Athlete - Christine Dood. Ben Sevald. Marines Distinguished Athlete Award - Ashley Carter. Jeremy Chavis. Marines Scholarship Excellence - Christine Dood, Monoay-Saturtt tet Sunday 10-6 AV EDA. Professional Services Massage High Pressure Tanning Artificial Nails Manicure *Wi Spa Pedicure “Forever French’ Nails Facial Ear Piercing South Side Plaza—South M-37 300 Meadow Run, Suite A, Hastings, MI 49058 _________ 616-948-0083 J �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/June 11. 2002 Scholarships, continued from page 7 College Board of Regents David Devormer - MEAP. Scholarship. TKEA Scholar­ Stephanie Devries ship. TKESP Scholarship, MEAP. Lindsay Dobson - Grand MEAP Becky Harvey - Grand Rapids Community College Distinguished Scholarship, Rapids Community College, Board of Trustees Scholar­ MEAP. Christine Dood - Grand ship. Gun Lake Women’s Valley State University Club Arts Scholarship. Kandice Heinz - Central Award for Excellence, Ro­ Michigan University Board tary Scholarship, MEAP. of Trustees Honors Scholar­ Misty Draper - MEAP. ship. Renee Dufresne - MEAP. Amy Herring - University Kevin Ehmry - MEAP. Matthew Erb - Kent Coun­ of Detroit Mercy. Dean’s Scholar in Nursing. MEAP. ty Education Association Tasha Hoekstra - MEAP. Dependent Scholars. TKEA Bethany Holes - MEAP. Scholarship. Rachel Holwerda - Ferris Amanda Flora - Grand State University Residential Rapids Community College Life Scholarship, Board of Trustees Thomapple Area Enrich­ Scholarship, MEAP. ment Foundation Traditional Pamela Foote - MEAP. Daniel Frazer - Lincoln Scholarship. Jeffrey Leh­ man, Memorial Scholarship. Technical Institute. Joseph Huebner - MEAP. Andrea Gragg - Grand Tyler James - MEAP. Valley State University, Bert Andrew Kalee - UAW Price Diversity Scholarship, Terry Lint Memorial Schol­ MEAP. arship. Tiffany Gurski - Judy Rachel Kennicott - Cen­ Everitt DeVries Scholarship. tral Michigan University Greta Gustafson - MEAP. Board of Trustees Honors Samantha Harthy - Baker Come join The “Shushan” Survivor Day Camp Presented by Middleville Christian Reformed Church When: June 24-27 (Monday - Thursday) Kids who are going INTO grades 5, 6 and 7. Who: Survivor lessons, games, teachings, outings, and fust plain old fun! What: For more information or for an application, call Pastor Tom DeVries at 795-3667 or Dorothy Brinks at 891 -1203. Space is limited so register by June 15 before all the spots are taken! Note: We will NOT be accepting “walk-ins”. Scholarship. Central Michi­ gan University Award of Excellence Scholarship. MEAP. Sarah Koval - Aquinas College Academic Leader­ ship Scholarship. Jack Bone Scholarship. Jack Bone Scholarship. MEAP. Amanda Kowalczyk Indiana University Faculty Award. Rotary Scholarshi. MEAP Jennifer Lawrence MEAP. Jordan Lee - MEAP. Alexandra Longstreet Ferris State Residential Life Scholarship. MEAP. Peter Mathias - Ball State University President’s Scholarship. Adam Dipp Scholarship. MEAP. Paul McAdams - MEAP. Benjamin McDuffee Adrian College Presidential Scholarship. Gun Lake Area Women’s Club Scholarship, National Elks Eagle Scout Scholarship, MEAP. Erin Mena - Wheeling Jesuit University Presid­ ential Scholarship. Wheeling Jesuit University Music Ministry Scholarship. Wheeling Jesuit University Academic Scholarship, MEAP. Wendy Mickelwait - Mizuno Golf Tour Scholarship, Olivet College Community Responsibility Scholarship, Olivet College Academic Scholarship. MEAP. Lisa Moorhouse - MEAP. Lindsay Mom - MEAP. Melissa Neeson - MEAP. Rachel Norton - MEAP. Renae Otto - Baptist Bible College Merit Academic Scholarship, Baptist Bible College Presidential Achievement Scholarship, MEAP. Leann Pitt - MEAP. Heidi Porter - MEAP. Leandra Postema - MEAP. Jocelyn Price - MEAP. Benjamin Profitt - MEAP. Jennifer Punt - J. Waiter and Emma Malone Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook OPEN BY APPT. 2 plus *cre»' 3 bed room. 2 b»«h home unh l*M SE targe deci, private ureim and setting, with room to gro*' $139,999 (CROIKBENT1 SELLER WILL LOOK AT ALL REA SON ABLE OFFERS1 Warns sold' Hone lovers dm b for yen' 3 bedroom, I hath borne with large country kitchen, den targe pole bar*, and 2 traced pastares (IIKBGETD GREAT STARTER HOME Enjoy small low* USA Wry tore 3 bedroom. !♦ bath home with targe living room, and tasmh room • >th fireplace Near xtoob and shoppng M8.M00 (WCL2RIMEH) Dto*/29/-to»/ Crr» Paid /torn 291-9MJ Matthew Spurgeon Scholarship. Elks State of Michigan Scholarship. MEAP. TKEA Scholarship. MEAP. Johanna Stevens - MEAP. Tyler Pyke - MEAP. David Stuart - MEAP. Matthew Raetz - TKEA Adam Terpstra - Village Scholarship. MEAP. Plavers Scholarship. MEAP. Joshua Reynolds - MEAP. Isiah Thaler - MEAP. Laura Runals - Spring Serena Treuter - MEAP. Arbor College Provost Ashley Ulberg - MEAP Award, Terrie Yoder Stacy Vandefifer - ME\P Memorial Scholarsip. Jasmine Vandentoom MEAP. MEAP. Amanda Sager - Jack Brian Vanderwerp Bone Scholarship. University of Michigan Shanna Sanderson Chick Evans Scholarship. MEAP. McKeown and Kraai Kevin Schmitz - Thomas Accounting Scholarship. Robert Hamilton Memorial MEAP. Scholarship. MEAP. Aimee Vanderwood Julie Schumaker - MEAP. Liberty Mutual Scholarship. Benjamin Sevald - Rotary WOOD TV 8 Youth Award Scholarship, MEAP. Scholarship. Lucus Shuck - MEAP. Justine Vandommelen Jill Smith - MEAP. Aquanis College St. Thomas Megghan Smith - Hope Scholarship. Millicent Grace College Reformed Church. Knox Memorial Honors Scholarship. WOody Scholarship. MEAP. Wyngarten Scholarship, Veronika Villa - MEAP. MEAP. Rebecca Warner - MEAP. Jennifer Wasikowski Central Michigan University Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship. 4-H Scholar­ ship. McKeown & Kraai Accounting Scholarship. MEAP. Jillian Weaver - Grand Rapids Community College Harriet Diveiv Scholarship, MEAP. Kristen Weaver - J.K. Simpson Scholarship. MEAP Seth Welton - University of Michigan Scholastic Arts and Writing Scholarship. MEAP. Christina Wiersum Aquinas St. Thomas Scholarship. Amanda Willemstein MEAP. Jessica Wilson - Michigan Stale Valedictorian Scholar­ ship, Rotary Scholarship. MEAP Valerie Woessner MEAP. Miss Middleville Barry County Pageant June 29 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Pageant will be held Satur­ day evening, June 29, in the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. The winner of this year’s pageant will compete in the Miss Michigan Pageant next June. There are 11 contestants this year competing for scholarship funds. This year’s contestants have been busy sitting at some of the Tour of Homes locations and participating in other fund-raising events. This year’s judges are Debbie Nelson from Paw Paw, Kathy Dood from Grand Rapids, Lisa Rossien from Grand Haven, Mi­ chelle Kershner from Grand Rapids and the “celebrity judge” is Dr James Smiggen from Cascade. Tom Wheeler from Cas­ cade is bringing his talents to emcee the evening. Enter­ tainment will be provided by Harmony Source, under the direction of Terry Terpstra of Middleville. Donna Brown and Cheryl Peters are co-chairs of the judges, Marissa Rakowski is doing set design. Kelli Leep is the executive director of the pageant and Peters is also the producer of the event. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and under. Adult tickets will be $10 at the door. All money raised will be do­ nated to the scholarship fund. Donations arc still be­ ing accepted for the scholar­ ship fund. Tickets are available from the contestants or by calling Peters at 795-4972 or 7950051 or Rakowski at 7953131. Middleville community garage sale June 27-29 The annual Middleville Community Wide garage sale will be held on Thurs­ day through Saturday, June 27-29. This year the Boy Scouts from Troop 105 will be sell­ ing used camping equipment as they continue to raise funds to replace their trailer. The members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Education Association have begun to gather up lots of “stuff* in­ cluding computers. Homeowners throughout the Middleville area will also be holding garage sales the same weekend. Anyone who would like to participate in this commu­ nity wide sale is invited to advertise in the Sun and News and/or Reminder. Anyone interested should call 945-9554. Please tell the advertising person that the ad should be included in the Community Garage Sale area for Middleville. 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Ml/June 11. 2002/Page 9 Thornapple Kellogg School Board honors new retirees Middle school general music teacher Mary Weaver, retiring after 32 1/2 years, gives middle school band director Mark Hagemann a few hints as he completes his first year in the TK district. Thornapple Kellogg School Board president David Smith (on left) thanked all the retirees for their service to the district. Pictured (from left) are former high school custodian Margie Lewis, retiring Superintendent Midge Pippel, Lee third grade teacher Jan Muir, administration secretary Shar Apsey, middle school teacher Mary Weaver, retiring assistant superintendent Sharon Kalee, former sixth grade teacher Carolyn Getty and middle school physical education teacher Gio Sorensen. Not pictured are bus driver Holly Steiner and McFall assistant secretary Judy Harrison. The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education pre­ sented small gifts to 10 retir­ ing staff members at its an­ nual good-bye to staff after school reception June 4. This was a time for teach­ ers and board members to reminisce about the year just past and to listen awestruck as retirees spoke of their plans for travel, home reno­ vation or just being able to stay in bed later than usual. Refreshments were pre­ pared by food service direc­ tor Greg Pope and his staff at the Thornapplc Kellogg Middle School. INTRODUCING... GFWC-Gun Lake Area Club will have picnic June 12 The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will have its annual picnic at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, at the home of Marie Finkbeiner, 3160 Beatrice Ave., Gun Lake (795-9682). Members should bring a dish to pass and their own table service, beverages will be provided. Guests attend­ ing need only bring their own table setting. For infor­ mation about the event, con­ tact outgoing President Mar­ jory Richards at 795-3969 or newly elected President Fran For Sale By Owner 605 Bernard. 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With his willingness to help where needed, Klapmust fits the criteria well. Most school days would find him working with stu­ dents who had Cerebral Palsy with stretching, home­ work needs and most impor­ tantly, just being there and Jake Klapmust, one of eight recipients of the Connecting With Youth Award. giving his time and friend­ ship. Klapmust, the son of Jack and Patty Klapmust of Alto, says, “I take after my par­ ents and other siblings (in helping others.) It makes me feel good about myself.” In his spare time he likes to hunt. fish, play sports and hang out with friends. Addi­ tionally. he works with K&R construction. Klapmust also graduated having received the honor of the Elton R. Smith Scholar­ ship from the National Wild Turkey Federation. His plans are to attend Grand Rapids Community College for two years and then transfer, “probably to Grand Valley (State Univer­ sity) for business.” Klapmust, along with the rest of the WOOD TV-8 re­ cipients, will receive a $1,000 scholarship from Grand Rapids Community College. Eldridge 60th anniversary Lyle and Marie (Baker) Eldndge of Bitely, Ml. were married 60 years June 11, 2002. They are celebrating with a family picnic Sunday, June 16. at Fallasburg Park, Lowell. MI. They have five children, Carolyn (Brandt) Hofman. Bob (Sue) Eldridge. Dale (Cheryl) Eldndge, Marilyn (Damn) Walker, and Jim Eldridge. They have 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Stuucins ai Lee learn aooui Kristin rsoetsier and het accomplishments Lee students hear of woman’s struggles, accomplishments whether on the basketball by Patricia Johns court or not. Staff Writer In recognition of her Kristin Koetsier. who just finished her sophomore year struggles to overcome at Western Michigan Uni­ thrombotic thrombocy­ versity, is an outstanding topenic purpura and idio­ athlete and is doing well pathic thromocytopenic pur­ pura (ITP) and her skills as academically. But none of her accom­ an athlete have also brought plishments have come eas­ her the Honda Inspiration Award. She will receive this ily. Koetsier came to Lee Ele­ award in Dallas on June 17 mentary School in Mid­ at the Collegiate Women of dleville just a few days be­ the Year Banquet. This award is presented to fore the end of the school year to talk about her strug­ gles and accomplishments. Her cousin, Alex, is a stu­ dent at the school. Earlier this year, Koetsier won the "V" Comeback Award. This award is presented to Dads are the subject of a basketball student athlete who "embodies the spirit the first summer story hour and courage" shown by for­ at the Thornapple Kellogg mer North Carolina State School and Community Li­ basketball coach Jim Val- brary at 10 a.m. Wednesday, vano, who died of cancer in June 12. Children are invited to 1993. Koetsier had battled back "come for the story and stay from both a knee injury and for the craft" by storyteller two blood disorders which Francey Tobin. Children can register for required surgery and chemo­ this summer's reading club, therapy to combat. Koetsier is modest about "Dive into Reading," while her accomplishments, the collegiate woman athlete who overcomes great physi­ cal adversity to contribute to the visible success of her team. Students watched a video of the "V" award presenta­ tion from an ESPN broad­ cast, listened attentively as Koetsier talked about her life, basketball and the im­ portance of education. She even got to dunk a few bas­ ketballs. Dads to get their day at TK library June 12 they are at the library. Some of the prizes are on display. A schedule of summer read­ ing club events is available to be picked up at the li­ brary. Summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Affordable Lawn Care NEWEST CITIZEN GIRL, Opal Aileen, bom at South Haven Community Hospital on May 10, 2002, at 3:26 a.m. to Kaileigh and Mark Eddy. Weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Duane and Amy Campbell of Delton and Steve and Sherry Eddy of Kalamazoo. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care service. Kristin Koetsier. 6-feet4 inches tall, answered questions and stressed the importance of educa­ tion. Providing over 14 years of professional experience! 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Ml/June 11. 2002/Pege 11 Leighton Bible school handled by 14-year-old Robbi Blain, 14, wsho has just completed eighth grade at Thomapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School, is preparing to run “Marketplace 29 A.D.” the Vacation Bible School at Leighton United Methodist Church June 17- 21 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Her mom, Connie, says, “She did all the planning. She had to get permission from the church board. She has scheduled lots of fun ac­ tivities for participants in this year’s Vacation Bible School.” According to Robbi, “Marketplace 29 A.D will let kids, preschool through sixth grade, experience the time of Jesus. There will be animals to pet and games and lots of fun. Caledonia resident dies in accident Linda Strozewski, age 40. a resident of Caledonia was struck and killed by a passing vehicle early Sunday. Area Obituary Paul M. South CALEDONIA - Paul M. South, age 86, of Caledonia dW CM Inday. June 7. 2002 after a short battle with can­ cer at his home in Caledonia, surrounded by family. Paul M. South was bom Dec. 24. 1915 in Piqua, Miami County. Ohio. He was a terrific father, a devoted husband, a steadfast friend and a great storyteller. He was a skilled outdoors­ man and expert horseman. He exhibited Tennessee Walking Horses and was a member of the Walking Horse Association of Michigan for many years. Mr. South worked as a production engineer for Lear Sicgler/Smiths Indus! ties until his retirement in 1986. He enjoyed the people with whom he worked, and valued the friendships he developed during his career. He was preceded in death by his brother. Roger South; his parents, Joseph W. and Lida B. South; and his sister. Florence (Wayne) Hardesty. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy; and three loving daughters. Jo Anne South of Burlington. WI. Chrystal K. (John) Isbell of El Granada, CA. and Jacqueline “Ma” (Alan) Steeby of Caledonia; two granddaughters. Elizabeth Ann Isbell of Tampa, FL. and Sara Jo (Quint) Rogowski of Maplewood. MN; two great-grandsons. Stephen and Nicholas Rogowski; two sisters-inlaw, Phyllis McVety and Mary Mullin; plus many wonderful nieces and nephews of whom he was very fond. Funeral services for Mr. Smith will be held Thursday. June 13, 2002 at 2 p.m. at the Gaines United Brethren Church. 161292nd St. SE. Caledonia with Pastor Mark Beers officiat­ ing. Interment Hooker Cemetery. The family will greet rela­ tives and friends at the church from 1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, contri­ butions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Hospice Association or the National Cancer Institute. June 9, on 1-96. Strozewski was a passen­ ger on a motorcycle driven by Bruce Syswerda. who had stopped the motorcycle on the right shoulder of the eastbound lane of 1-96, one mile east of Fruitridge Ave­ nue in Walker. As Strozewski was recov­ ering some belongings from the saddlebag a passing ve­ hicle driven by Gary Vandermark of Alto struck her. 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Ml/June 11. 2002/Page 13 ‘Real American Heroes Read' to begin at Freeport Library With school out for the summer, those who want to hone their reading skills can sign up for the summer read­ ing program at the Freeport District Library. Signups officially began June 10, but will continue throughout the summer. A part of the summer reading program each week will be “Wednesday with a Hero.” Each Wednesday a different local hero will read a story to the children and share a little bit about why the library picked him/her to represent heroes. The first group to be so honored will be volunteers. Freeport people who will­ ingly help where ever they are needed, such as the flower beds in front of the library, which are main­ tained by volunteers. The group that will repre­ sent volunteers Wednesday. June 13, will be Boy Scouts and Giri Scouts. “The library has benefited from many hours of volun­ teer work from the scouts.” said Joan Hesselink. librar­ ian. “They have done every­ thing from shelve books to presenting programs for younger children during story time.” ‘Every Two Year' reunion brings TK grads together The fifth “Every Two Year" reunion has been scheduled for Thornapple Kellogg graduates, and any­ one who has attended Thornapplc Kellogg High School of any graduating class is in­ vited to meet other grads Saturday, June 22, at the Middle Villa in Middleville. Social hour with a cash bar begins at 5 p.m. with a buffet dinner following al 6 p.m. Dinner includes tossed salad. Swiss steak, baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, stir-fry vegetable blend, rolls, coffee, tea and dessert. The cost is $16 per per­ son. For graduates who are golfers, an optional event has been scheduled. There will be a nine-hole scramble at Yankee Springs Golf Course Friday, June 21. Eveiyone will gather for lunch at the Yankee Springs club house at 11:30 a m., with the tec time to follow. To make dinner reserva­ tions call Lois Scppanen at 616-868-6455. information about the golf outing is available by calling Laura Hyde at 891-8760. Scppanen and Hyde are hoping to cut down on the cost of postage and would like to hear from those who would like to be removed from the mailing list for fu­ ture reunions. Call Hyde at 891-8760 or drop her a note at 466 South Shore Drive, Caledonia 49316 if a name should be removed. This year the scouts have volunteered to help sign up participants for the summer reading program and to help younger children make a simple flag. Shelly Moore, a Girl Scout leader, also will tell a bit about the scouting experience and read a story to the children in attendance. This program will start at 10 a.m. Wednesday. June 12. and will last about 45 minutes. “This would be an excel­ lent time for all children of all age groups to sign up for the summer reading program and to find out how impor­ tant volunteers are to a small library as well as the won­ derful free country that we live in,” said Hesselink. ‘ Readers of all ages are en­ couraged to attend." Kr'^tftn and Jason Yerke. signing up for 'Real American Heroes Read “ Famous Flooring Dupont Stainmaster Carpets On Sale Now! Savings through Saturday, June 2911' Advanced Teflon Repel systems keeps carpets cleaner! Carpets Stay 4C% Cleaner Fibers actually push away soil and spills. TK senior citizens to meet June 17 Area seniors arc invited to visit the Senior Citizens Community Room in the Thornapple Kellogg Learn­ ing Center at 1 p.m. Mon­ day. June 17. T.K. 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Brown said. "The permit­ ted uses in the C-l District... do not include self-storage or any activity similar to it." He said a provision for "other similar retail business or service establishments which supply convenience commodities or perform services primarily for resi­ dents of the surrounding area" did not fit the defini- tion. as self-storage did not in the Campau-Kettle Lake appear to be either or simi­ area, and used his facility for storage of items they did lar. He said the township had not have room for on their provided for such uses under own property. C-2 zoning. He also said the previous Wanzer was represented approvals in 1989. 1993 and by Attorney Peter Bosch. He 1997 were an indication that argued with Brown s opinion others disagreed with the that storage units serviced current opinion. In 1993, a the surrounding community request to rezone to C-2 w as was not accurate. Bosch ar­ turned down but the storage gued that Wanzer’s self-stor­ units were approved under age use did offer a service to C-l as providing a service to the surrounding area, and the area, and with a low im­ not to the region at large. pact on the area. Bosch said Wanzer stated that 80 per­ a request was approved cent of his customers lived again in 1997 under C-l zoning, and was consistent with C-l zoning and not C-2 usages. Commissioners said Brown said that just because previous planning commis­ sions had approved Wan­ zer’s previous buildings in error, this was not a reason space is required for every to continue to compound or 200 square feet of retail perpetuate the error by ap­ space, and at present there proving another storage are extra spaces. The ap­ structure again. proved deck must not in­ Bosch disagreed with that fringe upon the required opinion. number of parking spaces Warner asked if there was for the shopping center, and any hardship created by de­ at present is planned to use veloping the rest of the essentially two parking spots property for other C-l uses. in front of the Essential Bosch said Wanzer had con­ Bean. The business is lo­ tinued to develop his prop­ cated at the north end of the erty for nine years as a stor­ complex, which is one rea­ age facility, and had put in son that deck location was accepted. Montgomery acknowl­ edged that a deck in the front of the shopping area would not be suitable due to traffic flow and appearance. In the winter months, from JUNE 5, 2002 The regular meeting of the November to the end of Caledonia Township Board was April, the deck is planned to called to order at 5:35 p.m. be stored in an area in the Present: Harrison, Snyder, back, near the trash disposal Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak, area to allow maintenance Robertson, Stauffer. Pledge of Allegiance and and avoid winter weather invocation was lead by hazards. Supervisor Harrison. Limiting the conditions CONSIDERATION OF THE for the deck, and granting MEETING AGENDA: Moved the permit to the owner of Harrison, second Cardwell to the complex was thought to add 10C, permit for selling of fireworks at J & S Auto on be a means of controlling Whitneyville Ave Ayes: All. the number of requests for MOTION CARRIED. Moved New exterior deck OK’d for Caledonia Crossings by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Setting a precedent for the Village Planning Commis­ sion granted Caledonia Crossings landlord Patrick Montgomery the right to construct a 16 xl6-foot out­ door deck, which will ex­ tend to the side of the shop­ ping center. The Essential Bean coffee shop, owned by Fletcher and Kim Klap, came up with the initial idea for a deck, where customers could take ice cream and coffee outside to cat and a place to hang out on summer evenings. Both the shopping center owner and the business would like to create a special outdoor summer place, which will allow residents to enjoy the festive atmosphere in their own home town. One unidentified resident commented. "We need a classy ice cream place in this town." The deck will have a rail­ ing around the sides and front, and will be entered from the sidewalk side, with a six-inch handicap access ramp. There will be an added trash receptacle and for safety, there will be bumper blocks around the structure. Essential Bean s customer traffic is normally short in duration as most items are sold "to go." Surrounding office business traffic is also slight due to the nature of the businesses, and due to staggered hours, which never seem to cause crunch times for anyone, the deck is not expected to cause any parking inconvenience. Cus­ tomers from other shops and restaurants are expected to share the outdoor eating space. Essential Bean will extend its hours. On Friday eve­ nings, the coffee shop fea­ tures live entertainment with a local artist, which does re­ ceive good attendance. Many other business own­ ers were in favor of allowing the deck, or at least did not object to the plan. All busi­ ness owners had been noti­ fied of the hearing. Permis­ sion is also conditional, sub­ ject to future changes in neighbors who might object and numbers of future re­ quests. Normally one parking See deck, page 15 VILLAGE OF FREEPORT BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 40 An ordinance to establish a compensation tor elected officiate for the Village of Freeport Barry County, Michigan, pursuant to Act No 3 Public Acts of Michigan 1895 as amended 1998 The Village of Freeport. Barry County. Michigan, hereby ORDAINS At a regular meeting of the Freeport Village Council Barry County Michigan held n the Village HaM on the 13th day of May 2002 at 7 :30 p m . local time The following ordinance was offered by Bruce Steams and seconded by Glenn Brovont SECTION I-TITLE OF QRDfftANCE This Ordinance shall be known and may be ated as the "Village of Freeport Elected Officiate Compensation Ordinance" SECTION2DEE1N1TIQNS. SECTION3-CQNprriQNS The Village Council hereby stales that through this ordinance that elected officiate shaft be paid monthly for attending one (1) Village Council meeting and one (1) Standng Committee meeting with additional compensation to be paid tor amending Special Meetings SECTION 21 ADOPTION This ordinance shall be adopted by an affirmative vote of at least two-thrds of the members of the Village Council SECTION 8 PUBLICATION The Village Clerk shaft certify to the adoption of th«s ordnance and cause the same to be pub­ lished as required by law The complete ordinance can be viewed at the Freeport VAage Office at 209 Stale St Freeport, Michigan On Mondays 1 p m -6 p m 303 privacy fencing for that use. Bosch suggested it could be developed for a parking lot. as an alternative. Commissioner Ric Parent said another use could be to put office buildings in the front, at the same setback as the pizza place next to it. He said he would like to see the storage units behind these sorts of uses. A more aes­ thetic option would be to rent space for office use. Bosch there was already office space constructed at the front. He said the same arrangement could be cre­ ated with the next building Wanzer puts up. Wanzer ex­ pressed a desire to work with the commissioners on a compromise. Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier said he supported Brown's counsel and would vote to deny the request un­ der C-l zoning, and because 'personal rental space' is al­ lowed in C-2 districts. Township Planner Dave Zylstra said the request would end with the Planning Commission if denied, but an appeal could be made to the ZBA for a use variance, which potentially could re­ verse the commissioners’ decision. Bosch said another recourse could still be pur­ sued if the ZBA denied the request. Commissioner Wally Bu­ jak said he would support this request to avoid litiga­ tion. Parent pointed out that setting a precedent of allow­ ing self-storage in C-l zon­ ing could also lead to litiga­ tion. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the applicant could ask for a variance, or he could come back with a plan showing office space in the front. Wanzer said he was will­ ing to do that. The first 40 > feet is now used for office of * retail space. He said "Really, now. it’s a little late to develop that into something else." One tenant, a well driller, keeps supplies and parks trucks there overnight. Commissioners said they thought a multitude of other uses, such as expansion for the pizza place were possi­ ble. that a hardship was not being created, and respect-. fully voted in a five to one decision to deny the request. One of the problems for the commission is that there is yet another request by an­ other owner in the area to put up self-storage. If this request is approved it could set a precedent for allowing the use anywhere in the township under C-1 zoning. CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting Harrison, second Snyder to add the closing of office on July 5, 2002. Ayes: Ail. MOTION CAR­ RIED. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Stauffer to approve the con­ sent agenda. Ayes. All. MO­ TION CARRIED. REPORI FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Cardwell asked for an update on Shagbark Supervisor Harrison reported that there was nothing new. CLOSED SESSION THOR­ NAPPLE DEVELOPERS: Mov­ ed Harrison, second Bravata to move into dose session at 5:38 p.m. to discuss Thornapple Developers Roil Call Ayes All. MOTION CARRIED Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to resume open session at 6:02 p.m. Roil Cail. Ayes: AM. MOTION CARRIED WORK SESSION ON THE BUDGET: At 7:15 the work ses­ sion was suspended to finish with the business part of the meeting DISCUSSION ON ALASKA HALL: Discussion was held HOMETOWN HERO AWARD: Moved Ramson sec­ ond Snyder to accept the nomi­ nation of Butch Welton for Hometown Hero. Ayes: Ail. MOTION CARRIED ZONING ADMINISTRATION CANDIDATES: Moved Stauffer second Cardwell to continue consideration of a late applica­ tion that was received tor zoning administrator. Ayes: Bravata, Cardwell, Harrison, Snyder, Stauffer. Nays: Bujak. Robertson. MOTION CARRIED FIREFIGHTER JOB DES­ CRIPTION: Moved Cardwell, second Bravata to add to the job description required qualifica­ tions and testing procedure Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED CALEDONIA INDEPEN­ DENCE DAY CELEBRATION: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to approve expenditure of $750.00 to help purchase fire works for the 4th of July celebra­ tion. Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. FIREWORKS PERMIT: Mov­ ed Harrison, second Bravata to allow a permit to sell legal fire­ works at J&S Auto on Whit­ neyville With inspection to assure that the fireworks are legal in Michigan. Ayes: Ail. MOTION CARRIED. FOURTH OF JULY OFFICE CLOSING: Moved Stauffer, sec­ ond Bravata to close the office on July 5th for the 4th of July holiday Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Trust­ ee Bravata introduced to the Board Bill Thornton who will be a consultant for the Fire Dept. PUBLIC COMMENT: Acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett gave an update on the fire dept. Resumed work on the budget Numbers for the utilities depart­ ment still need some work Clerk Snyder offered to work with UA Pierson and bring the numbers to the board at a future date. Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to approve the numbers as were discussed in the work session. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Stauffer, second Cardwell to adjourn Ayes: Ail. MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk J SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES GENERAL LABOR ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives and teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$$ Days and Nights Available Need for July, August & September CALL 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 am to 4 p.m TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. ■■■ 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI e.o.e. fT �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/June 11. 2002/Page 15 Scotsmoor project delayed for more input by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week delayed a decision on the Scotsmoor development project rezoning request, which had been sent back by the Township Board, be­ cause of several pending problems . The plan request asks to amend the zoning ordinance from low density single family to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres on John­ son Street near the town­ ship’s border with Caledonia village. After discussion, commis­ sioners moved to ask for a meeting between the devel­ oper, Gene Szpcinski, and township, school and village representatives to try to work out all the issues in­ volved. Manager-Planner Dave Zylstra agreed to fa­ cilitate such a meeting. An­ other airing with the Plan­ ning Commission would be held following that. The Caledonia Township Board May 15 said unre­ solved drainage problems, unknown traffic and safety impacts and the lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and sur­ rounding areas required a second look by the Planning Commission after the board's first reading. The Planning Commis­ sion had recommended ap­ proval provided the drainage issues had been resolved. Though the request was for rezoning, and not a site plan review or approval of a phase of the PUD, the board did not want to approve the project while potential prob­ lems remained unresolved. Szpeinski's plan when presented to the planning commission earlier had been worked out between himself and the schools without much township or village in­ put, and issues evolving out of impacts on both village and township residents were raised at the May Township Board meeting. The Planning Commis­ sion public hearing on the matter had occurred at the same time as the Village Council meeting, preventing their attendance. Commis­ sioner Wally Bujak had voted against approval, which was nevertheless rec­ ommended by the Planning Commission. Village residents had told Bujak they were not happy they had not been included in the procedure. Bujak said the effects on the village would be significant, no matter how the development was laid out, but the primary concern of village residents was over traffic. Discussion included: 1. A 25-foot buffer re­ quired around the perimeter of a PUD had not been indi­ cated in the plan, and al­ though the Planning Com­ mission has the option of waiving the requirement, no minutes indicated it had done so. Many mature trees al­ ready grow around the edges of the 38 acre parcel. Screening is required in some cases but was thought to be ineffective in the case of the school football sta­ dium located next to the boundary next to the planned Scotsmoor housing development. Earlier, screening the sta­ dium had been discussed. Szpeinski said residents buying homes located next to the school football field would expect the school ac­ tivities, and would move ‘PAID-ON-CALL FIREFIGHTER’ The Charter Township of Caledonia is accept­ ing applications for this position from qualified per­ sons, through June 25. 2002, at 4:00 p.m. Persons functioning in this position participate in extinguishing and/or controlling fires by using var­ ious methods and agents. With emphasis on life saving, they enter burning buildings to rescue trapped or confused individuals. They may provide first aid as circumstances dictate. They function as a ‘First Responder’ when responding to calls for emergency medical assistance and extrication Applicants for the position must possess a high school diploma, or equivalent, and a valid Michigan motor vehicle operation license with less than six (6) points Applicants must have the abili­ ty to complete the State of Michigan certification as a Fire Fighter 2 and the Michigan Medical First Responder course within two (2) years of employ­ ment. A standard payment rate is paid per call A full job description and required application form are available by contacting the Township Clerk at 616 891 0070 Completed applications should be submitted to: David M Zylstra, Township Manager. Charter Township of Caledonia. 250 Maple Street, P.O Box 288, Caledonia. Ml 49316-0288 301 there to take part. This was designed to be a develop­ ment for families with chil­ dren who want proximity to the schools, and the activity generated there. As for the rest of the de­ velopment. a lot of trees on the parcel would be left at the perimeter, and some trees would be transplanted to other areas to help create a landscape buffer, the de­ veloper had promised. Screening between the de­ velopment and the pre-exist­ ing homes along Johnson and Kraft was also dis­ cussed. Adjoining land owner Jack Fitzsimmons said many of the mature trees along his boundary were mulberry, and was worried that owners might choose to remove them. He wanted assurance that if trees were removed, they should be replaced, to continue the specified buff­ ering effect. Zylstra explained a sixfoot screening requirement existed in the ordinance, but otherwise height is not indi­ cated. Zylstra said the 25-foot buffer does not have to be considered in the calculation of open space, or of density. Open space was never in­ tended to be a part of this development. The commis­ sion could opt to waive the 25-foot buffer, he said. Commissioner John Finkbeiner said the schools had built the stadium next to the property line to prevent peo­ ple from passing behind the bleachers. Commissioner Parent said the schools should provide screening from the stadium for the residents and not the devel­ oper. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said it was not reasonable to expect screening to cover the bleachers. Deck OK'd, from page 14 similar decks in the future. The building owner is then responsible and liable for any potential problems with the deck. The Village Planning Commission, in other busi­ ness, approved an amend­ ment to allow mobile homes in the village because no district has been desig­ nated, but this could be done more speedily with the ordi­ nance in place. The amend­ ment is recommended for Village Council approval, also subject to Mobile Home Commission approval. The public hearing received no comment. The Developer of Glen Valley was granted an op­ tion to put up a letter of credit or performance bond for an area al the north end of Rodgers Drive, which is not to be completed until there is a potential tenant. The option should be based on the value of and how much work remains yet to be completed, an amount yet to be determined. The commission voted to ask the developer to resub­ mit his plan to indicate which trees would remain, and where others would be put in or replaced, and just how the 25-foot buffer would be observed without having to waive the require­ ment. 2. Drainage issues: Warner visited the area to understand the drainage problems. There is a culvert under Kraft, where water drains east into a low area owned by Fitzsimmons. Two tiles at the Mahoney county drain under the rail­ way and the school are meant to allow water to flow downstream to the east, but blockages have caused water accumulations which now Because of these verba* as­ cover the tile under the old surances. Szpeinski said he had assumed the problem railway. County Drain Commis­ was resolved. However the drains are sioner Roger Laninga and the schools have been made not on Scotsmoor property, and Szpeinski has no author­ aw are of the problems. The drain problem is on ity to repair anything, so school property. The school resolution appears to be up contractor has promised the to the generosity or require­ debris would be cleaned up ment of others. The costs in­ and the culvert cleared at the volved in county drain prob­ time excavation is done to lems are usually assessed to install the sewers planned to the whole drainage district. service Scotsmoor and the If emergency measures are Holy Family Catholic needed, the township could Church across Kraft Ave­ be held accountable. This is a point brought up nue. Another drain on school properly needs work by the Township Board, at the same time. Rich Over­ which wants assurance the mire, the school consultant flooding problems arc idenhas promised to attend to the problem, he said in May. See Scotsmoor, page 16 Stream MAP Great Fathers Day Gift! of Michigan 35,000 miles of Mic higan streams plus LAKES Both upper and lower peninsulas on one map ‘It you are looking for the most definitive maps ever created, then Professor Higbee's Stream Maps' are without question the finest * Howard 8rant. 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Barry County, Michigan, pursuant to Ad No 3 Public Ads of Michigan 1895 as amended 1998. to provide for the appointment of the Department of Public Works Director and Street Administrator, define the responsibilities of the Department of Public Works, and to provide for all other matters Village of Freeport, Barry County. Michigan, hereby ORDAINS At a regular meeting of the Freeport Village Council. Barry County Michigan, held in the Village Hall on the 13th day of May 2002, at 7 30 p m , local time The following ordinance was offered by Timothy Fish and seconded by Lam Forbes SECTION FTITLE QF ORDINANCE. This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the "Village of Freeport Department of Public Works Ordinance ’ SECTION ^-DEFINITIONS. SECTION 3-DETERMINATION OF NECESSITY. The Village Council hereby determines rt is necessary for the best interest of the Village to estab­ lish the Department of Public Works to care for maintain and improve the infrastrudure of the Village SECTION 4: the STREET APMINISTBATQBANP OPWDIRECTOR The Street Administrator as described in P A 3 of 1895 as amended m 1998 will assume the duties of the Director of the Department of Public Works as nominated by the Village President and approved by the Village Counoi SECTION L -RESPONSIBILITIES The DPW wS, with the best interest of the ViMage care tor mamtato and improve the infrastrudure for the Village of Freeport Barry County Michigan SECTIONS COMPENSATION The Street Administrator shaft be compensated for the amount set tor by resolution of the Village Counoi and the amount determined by said resolution shall be paid weekly by the Village Clerk SECTION 7. ADOPTION This ordinance shall be adopted by an affirmative vote of at least two-thwds of the members of the Village Council. The complete ordnance can be viewed at the Freeport Village Office at 209 State St, Freeport. Michigan On Mondays 1 p m -6 p m 304 �zwsM one nu? «»rtT rr •cyUUM V PagS 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 11, 2002 Scotsmoor, continued from page 15 tified, resolved and mainte­ nance is assigned before ap­ proving a development which could add to the accu­ mulation of water. Some want assignment of respon­ sibility identified or agreed to in writing. Trustee Rich­ ard Robertson wants a main­ tenance agreement to pre­ vent reoccurrence of the flooding. Though the Planning Commission can't require others to repair the culverts, it can refuse to recommend a project that could contribute to the problems. The com­ mission can require written documentation that respon­ sibility is assigned and the dates repairs arc to be com­ pleted. The commission voted to ask these items be provided. 3. Traffic impacts. Sev­ eral issues were raised by township resident Fred Fleischmann, which Bujak said should be dealt with. The ingress/egress drive from Johnson for the devel­ opment is far enough away from the Duncan Lake inter­ section. but not far enough from the high school drive­ way to the west. 80 feet away. Fleischmann said only right turns should be al­ lowed in such a case. He also said turn lanes for both right and left turning traffic should be planned. A traffic study was done in 1998, but at that time culde-sac traffic was planned for the development, while now the development street is planned to open into school traffic arteries. In a partnership arrangement with the school district, Szpeinski said 56 school buses would use the central Scotsmoor corridor twice a day traveling north into the school campus by 2004. This could affect the traffic study results. Bujak said. A traffic study is nor­ mally acquired by a private consultant. After discussion, a second traffic study was not planned to be asked for by the Planning Commis­ sion. Warner was of the PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK “ DON 'S DOZING 616-795-7030 ROUGH I ANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS * STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS opinion that getting all the parties involved, the devel­ oper. the township, the vil­ lage and the schools, that a satisfactory solution for traf­ fic and safety could be found. At the least a letter of information is to be sent to the village. The meeting is to be ar­ ranged. but the result is to come back to the commis­ sioners before recommenda­ tion of the rezoning can be given. Middleville 3 on 3 soccer tournament set for June 29 On June 29 the soccer fields at the Thomapple Kel­ logg High School will be filled with soccer players playing fast and furious 3 on 3 games. There is a $100 fee and teams are five players per team maximum. Games begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 29. There will be two 25 minute halves with a 5 minute half-time. Games will begin every hour on the hour. Winners will receive trophies. Entry forms can be picked up at TK Community Edu­ cation office at the TK Learning Center. The dead­ line for entry is Monday, June 24. Call Community Ed at 795-3397 for more in­ formation. Nashville and Area Merchants Present 2nd Annual Classic and Antique Car Show June 15th, 2002 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Entry at 8:00 am • Awards at 2:00 pm Downtown Nashville, Michigan (Riverside Park) Just off M-66, to Nashville and follow the signs! ProceedB will be for "Wish Upon a Star Charity" Entry fee: $5.00 per vehicle Events: • • • • • • • • Awards (will be over 50 awards, trophies and plaques) Dash Plaques for first 200 Vehicles 1 hour of humor with Virgil &* tiis Variety Show (Virgil >orgrove) Horse drawn wagon rides Nashville's City Wide Garage Sale Nashville's Fire Department "Pancake Breakfast' (7am 11 am) 50's and 60's Music (Jim McKinney) 50/50 Raffle First drawing in morning (around 11:00 am) Second drawing in the afternoon 'During Awards Presentation) And much, much more, stay tuned for updates as planning progresses. All registration will be done, the day of the show. Any questions or comments feel free to call: Dan Kellogg (517) 852-2319 e mail: dankelemvcc.com Ralph Rasey (517) 726-0036 All cars must be driven in, no trailers please. VUlage at WWtWe. Cv CM «r NbcMMb wt rcafMtoMt tor >rrtiitob. tot, totom. frt — a ay WU. GFWC-Gun Lake shares concerns with GLPA Members of the GFWC-Gun Lake area assisted the Gun Lake Protective Asso­ ciation with their recent mailing which reminded lake residents to use ‘no phos­ phate" fertilizer and gave other information about caring for the lake Pictured around the table are Linda Molitor, Susan Stephenson, RoAnne Brokob. Marilyn Page, Josie Vogel, Bea DeWeerd, and Fran Leonard. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 13, at 1546 Payne Lake Road in Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages Site plan, continued from page 1 ing traffic around the Tires 2000 building to exit at the A-l Carpet building. Speed bumps will also be added. Moffat also updated com­ missioners on current site plans. Phase II of Misty Ridge on M-37 is continuing. Mof­ fat will talk to them about additional signs which they have installed contrary to the agreement. East Town Homes on Irving Road will have the first building open to show. Work is continuing on the other two units. Mill Pond Condos devel­ opment was delayed because of the fiber optic right of way agreement needs to be signed. This should be cleared up shortly so that construction can begin. Work has begun on Stagecoach Park and should be close to the budget set by the Downtown Development Authority and approved by the Village Council. The Rolling Oaks subdi­ vision next to Lee Elemen­ tary school has its rough grading completed. Parts of Main Street will be closed, but traffic will be main­ tained, as utility work is done. At High Ridge Crossing, lots of land has been moved and many trees have been removed. The board also formed an ordinance committee to work on ordinances, like a new sign ordinance, so that they could be brought up to date and set to council for approval. Former Village Council Member David Newman was appointed to the Plan­ ning Commission. He will be serving as chair of the or­ dinance committee women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month’s topic will be "Weaning and Nutrition." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also arc wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For directions to the meeting, call 795-7021. For more information about La Leche League and its meet­ ings or for help with breast­ feeding, call Kathy Othmcr at (517)726-1264. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and cheek out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M43 Highway, Hastings Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA KentAAsphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe �The Sun and News MiddtevHte. Ml/June 11. 2002/Page 17 Fuel-saving tips can stretch summer travel dollars Michigan drivers who converse fuel, plan their trips and think before stepping on the accelerator can help lower their gasoline bills this summer and keep the state’s air cleaner, says AAA Michigan. By following a few sug­ gestions, families can save money on fuel costs and still afford to take their tradition­ al vacation trips. Here are some easy fuel­ saving steps: • Follow the owner’s man­ ual for the correct starting procedure for your vehicle. Don’t “race” a cold engine. Today’s engines don’t need time to warm up. Start dri­ ving as soon as you start the engine, but avoid accelerat­ ing rapidly al first. Engines will warm up more rapidly under a light foot. • Avoid extended idling. You’ll be burning more fuel than it would take to re-start the vehicle. • Plan ahead to combine trips. Family business accounts for nearly 36 per­ cent of U.S. gasoline con­ sumption. Jot down where you need to go and run your errands all at once. That way your vehicle’s engine can warm up to peak efficiency. Warm engines run much more efficiently and use less fuel. • On the road, take it easy when starting out from a light. Vehicles use the most fuel when accelerating. This is especially important if you’re pulling a trailer. Maintain a steady speed. Cruise control is a great fuel­ saver on the open highway. Constant acceleration wastes fuel • Buy a more fuel-stingy car for everyday driving and keep the SUV or van for longer trips. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, going to and from work accounts for nearly 38 percent of all gaso­ line consumption. AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 ( licus \allcy ~3. Caledonia???ontact Jerry' R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. tyed wedding invitations? Stop 6y aiuf check out the (anje sefeo tion at • Carpool. You’ll save gas and ease traffic congestion and stress. • Save fuel by anticipating light changes. Watch for clues such as walk-don’t walk signals that tell you a light change is imminent, or obvious traffic slow-downs ahead. Learn to gradually slow down when approach­ ing an intersection where a light is about to change. Waiting to the last minute to stop wastes fuel and wears out your brakes faster. When it’s your turn, accelerate smoothly from the stop light or sign. • Use air conditioning only when needed. Open the windows a few minutes when you first start the car to let accumulated hot air escape. Then set the A/C on “economy,” which allows unchilled air to circulate, or the “maximum” setting, which cuts the amount of hot air from outside that must be cooled. Both will save fuel over the “normal” setting. means a 1 percent loss ii fuel economy. • Watch your speed. Driving 65 mph instead of 55 will use 10 percent more fuel. Drive 70 mph in a 55 mph zone uses 17 percent more, and could get you a ticket. • Count yourself fortunate. Fuel prices in Europe are nearly $4 a gallon. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair Call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... 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M-43 Hwy, Hastings (locataf in the gray 6am). • Most vehicles are designed to operate on regu­ lar unleaded fuel. Unless it’s called for in your owner’s manual, using premium rrade wastes your money. A/hen fueling up, don’t top >ff your tank in warm weather. Fuel expands and can cause an overflow. Resetting your trip odometer is an easy way to calculate your mileage at each fill-up. A sudden drop could be a signal your car needs main­ tenance. • Plan your trips to bypass congested areas. Start early when traffic is light and plan meal stops to coincide with likely periods of congestion. • When packing, avoid strapping luggage on the roof where it will create wind resistance and cost you more in fuel. If vacationing with friends, carpool as much as possible. After you arrive, plan day trips careful­ ly to avoid getting lost and wasting fuel. Each 100 pounds of extra luggage 101 Visit us on the web at www.pennockhealth.com 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/June 11. 2002 CHS Athletic Hall of Fame announces inaugural class Five inductees make up the inaugural class of the Caledonia High School Ath­ letic Hall of Fame. Tom Benedict, Kris Em­ erson, LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon, John Soderman and Jim Uyl will be inducted at a banquet on Sept. 25. The five will also be introduced during a pregame ceremony at the homecoming football game against Hastings. John Soderman Soderman was at CHS for 38 of his 43 years as a coach, teacher and adminis­ trator. He retired from coaching last week at the end of the track season. As head coach of the boys' track team from 1965 to 2002, Soderman amassed 23 conference champion­ ships, eight Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) regional champi­ onships and a state-record 108 consecutive dual meet victories. The Fighting Scots were the 1999 Michigan Track Coaches Association (M1TCA) state team cham­ pions. and finished as run­ ners-up in the M1TCA meet in 2000 and 2001. As head coach of the boys’ cross-country team from 1975 to 2001/Soder­ man presided over 265 wins, 15 conference champion­ ships, seven MHSAA re­ gional championships and the 1996 MHSAA Class B state championship. Softball skills camp June 24-28 at TK The Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg Softball Pro­ gram will host a skills camp June 24-28 for fourththrough eighth-graders at the varsity softball field behind Page Elementary. The camp runs daily from 9 a.m. to nixin and will pro­ vide individualized instruc­ tion in pitching, catching, fielding and hitting. The TK coaching staff and current :• • vars'ty players will staff the camp. The cost of the camp is $25 and includes a TK La­ dies Softball T-shirt. Pre­ registration is required by this Friday, June 14 to en­ sure a T-shirt. For registration or other information, contact head coach Tammy Olmsted at 616-945-5902. A-MaZinG pet GroomaiG •• a •• 9410 SPimG creek court (m-37) ,* :• 795-9114 •* open six frays •* a week «• •• «• MIE Katie v J • * * * * * *® * Soderman started the girls cross-country program in 1983 and coached the team through 1986. notching 30 wins and three conference championships. Soderman was the head varsity football coach from 1964 to 1974. and the team enjoyed 57 wins, 10 winning seasons and two conference co-championships. Soderman also started the wrestling program in 1968 and went 11-1, and he was the Director of Athletics for seven years. Tom Benedict Benedict, a 1966 graduate of CHS. played four sports and earned 10 varsity letters in football, basketball, base­ ball and track. Benedict was All-Confer­ ence in football and basket­ ball and All-State in foot­ ball. He was the Senior Ath­ lete of the Year in 1966 and still holds five school re­ cords in football. He received a full-ride scholarship to Western Michigan University, then transferred to Cornerstone University where he played basketball and baseball and ran track. Benedict has continued to coach in various school and community programs. He is involved with the Caledonia Sports Boosters, many school and community ac­ tivities for the betterment of all Caledonia youngsters, and presently serves as the assistant varsity baseball coach. Jim Uyl Uyl has served as a com­ munity coach, manager and organizer in Caledonia for over 25 years, and is the di­ rector of youth programs in baseball, basketball and football. Uyl has worked as an of­ ficial and mentor to many younger Caledonia athletes and coaches. He has been a contest worker for Caledo­ nia athletics for many sea­ sons. He is the manager and director of the West Michi- gan 78ers Football league and a camp instructor in a variety of sports, helping to develop the feeder programs for high school programs over the years. LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon Salmon, a 1977 graduate of CHS (as LaRaine Tie­ meyer), was a track and bas­ ketball star for the Fighting Scots and the 1977 Senior Athlete of the Year. Salmon ran as a senior in the first year track was of­ fered to girls, and was the team captain. She set school records in the two-mile run. mile run. 440-yard run. and 880-yard run, and ran the mile relay. She qualified for the John Bos Relays in three events and won the mile, then placed first at districts, sec­ ond at regionals and eighth at the state meet. Salmon was a four-year varsity basketball player. She was honorable mention All-O-K Blue as a junior, first team All-O-K Blue as a senior, and the team MVP as a sophomore, junior and senior. She averaged 21.8 points per game, with a high game of 38 points. Salmon went on to play two years of varsity basket­ ball at Calvin College. She currently resides and coaches youth sports in the Wayland/Dorr area. Kris Emerson Emerson graduated from CHS in 1983. She holds 10 school records in basketball, and was All-State both her junior and senior years, leading the Scots to the state semifinals in 1981. She was also All-Conference in softball and volleyball. Emerson played college basketball at Michigan State University and held the school scoring title until 1999. A two-time AllAmerican selection at MSU, she ranks in top 10 of MSU's career statistics. She was twice an All-Big Ten second-team selection and averaged 14.6 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Emerson played profes­ sional basketball in Sweden from 1987 to 1992. She was her league's MVP in both 1990 and 1992. She then became an assis­ tant coach at Michigan Tech, where her teams were ranked in top 10 for three years, won two conference titles and made a Final Four appearance. In 1995, Emerson was named the first full-time women's head basketball coach at Indiana UniversityPurdue University. Indian­ apolis (IUPUI). She has been involved with numer­ ous volunteer community organizations in Indianapo­ lis and has won many acco­ lades for her work with young people in the area. PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: Carveth Village will mark 3rd anniversary Carveth Village will cele­ brate three years in Mid­ dleville in style. Several events are planned at the assisted living facility on Main Street, be­ ginning at 6 p.m. There will be ice cream, tethered balloon rides for $3 a person, entertainment and tours of the facility. Cheryl Peters says, “We hope the community comes and helps us celebrate. It has been a great three years." Peters and her husband. Ray, are already working on plans to expand the facility. Call 945-9554 All real etute advernting in Ums news paper is subject to the Farr Housing Ait arxl the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collecttsely make it illegal to advertise "any preference. Iimrtatron Of discnminatiivr based on race. cohx. reli gion. set. handicap, familial status, natKuul ixigin. age or martial status, or an intention. to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination“ Familial status includes children under the age of II living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under II This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is m violation of the law Our readers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper art available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center «t 6I64SI NMO The HUD toll-free telephone number for the heanng impaired is I MM) V27 for classified ads. ................ ........ Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 Creating Independence for People With Disabilities Outstanding Athletes THIRTEENTH ANNUAL CALEDONIA AMBUCS CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC (8 a.m. Thomapple- Kellogg High School (Middleville) Softball Shotgun Start) JUNE 21, 2002 SASKATOON GOLF CLUB INCLUDES: 18 Hole String Scramble with Golf Cart Coffee A Donuts (am)------ Burger A Brat Luncheon (pm) Door Prizes for Everyone Three’s *" Have > ** Prizes!. K AWARDS: (Based on Score) COST: 1st Place $500 2nd Place $250 $300 - 4 Person Team $75 - Individual Contact: Jessica Kohn 616-891-9100 Proceeds: Kent Special Riding Program The freshman center-fielder burst on to the scene this season to earn All­ Conference and All-District honors, batting .438 and throwing out eight runners at home plate.__________ The sophomore added more than a foot to the school record in the pole vault this season, topping out at JI feet, 1 inch to place'*?5e6nd at the Division 2 state meet. Athletes of the Week Presented by: JB HARRISON Insurance Agency. Inc. & [§f] 6090 Alden Nash SE • Alto • 868-0050 Of 800-217-0712 llsuranci^cJmpany �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 11. 2002>Page 19 Cyclists to return to area for 24-Hour Challenge June 15 bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The quiet of a Saturday morning in Middleville will be broken June 15 when a bagpipe band and 500 bicy­ clists tear down Main Street for the National 24-Hour Endurance ride. The event begins at the Thornapple Kellogg High School at 8 a.m.. sharp. The riders get a bagpipe send off. Then the route takes the cyclists through the village and they arrive at the M-37 Main Street intersection at about 8:28 a.m. The Kalamazoo Pipe Band moves to downtown Middleville by the time the cyclists get there. Event or­ ganizers John and Diane Obermeyer invite residents to turn out to cheer on the riders, who arc just at the beginning of this endurance event. Residents also can meet the riders at a spaghetti din­ ner, put on by the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School Athletic Booster Club, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The dinner is open to everyone in the community, as well as the riders. The price is $6 a per­ son. All proceeds go to the Booster Club. ' The riders first complete a 125-mile route through Barry County, then switch to a 23-mile loop, which they complete as many times as possible before dark. Riders who complete both the 125and 23-mile loops then can attempt to ride a six-mile night loop, which begins and ends at the high school. Drivers going through the area should be aware of the cyclists and just drive with caution. Riders can do the night loop as many times as they wish, but only the miles they complete by 8 a.m. Sunday morning count in their total miles ridden. Some riders opt to go to sleep instead of riding. After closing ceremonies, some cyclists have enough energy to ride to the Caledo­ nia McDonald’s for break­ fast. More than 500 riders are expected coming from 27 states. Several riders come from the Hastings area. Mid­ dleville residents are also coming out to volunteer for the event. The father and son team of Robert and Randall Ber­ trand of Hastings are riding in the tandem class. Nancy VI (5 if ui u LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Evening Appointments Available IRiESJHOi'JO, Ul V) Over Your Head In Debt? For more information, check the event web site at www.n24hc.org. Ul HEALTHFUL EATING heart-check mark, a single­ serving of a food product must: • be low in fat (less than or equal to 3 grams) • have low saturated fat (less than or equal to 1 gram> • have low cholesterol (less than or equal to 20 milligrams) • have a sodium value of less than or equal to 480 milligrams • contain at least 10 per­ cent of one of these nutri­ ents: protein, vitamin A vit­ amin C, calcium, iron or dietary fiber. • Meats must meet the USDA's criteria for extra lean. This event is sponsored by the Rapid Wheelmen Bi­ cycle Club of Grand Rapids. Black of Hastings has accu­ mulated 3,233 miles in the 10 years she has ridden. SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE » SALE * SALE * SALE How hard is it to eat healthy during picnic party time? (NAPS)—You’re buny preparing for your firxt warm weather party. Reading the label of every product in timeconauming, «o how can you Ixiy only whatn heart-healthy9 Help from the Anwrwan Heart Aaaociation makes it easier than ever before. Although you can’t take along a regiNtered dietitian to the grrnii-y Htnre. you can take along recommendations from the American Health Asso­ ciation. The organization’s red and white heart-check mark is now in hundreds of foods sold nationwide. Products bearing this mark have been evaluated to ensure they meet AHA nutritional criteria and can be part of a heart-healthy diet for healthy people over the age of 2 Tb be eligible to carry the Cyclists will fill village streets on Saturday. June 15. 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The survey found that 71 percent of the drivers were buckled, and only 55 percent of the passengers (primarily chil­ dren) were observed to be visibly secured in some way. The year-long survey also documented 629 of the 1,814 passengers (35 per­ cent) nding in the front seat, placing themselves at greater risk of injury or death in the event of a crash. “These statistics are very sobering,” said Richard J. Miller, manager of Community Safety Services for AAA Michigan. “State law requires that anyone under the age of 16 be secured no matter where they are seated. Child restraint systems and safety' belts are the most important technologies we rely on to help prevent unnecessary injury and death ” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic crashes are the lead­ ing cause of death for chil­ dren from 4 to 14 years old. A recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that between 1994 and 1998, approxi­ mately 5,500 motor vehicle passengers ages 12 and under were killed in the United States and 660,000 were injured. Contributing factors in the death and injury of these children include inappropriate selec­ tion, installation and use of child restraints; inappropri­ ate transitioning from child safety seats to safety belts and improper seating posi­ tion within the vehicle. AAA and NHTSA recom­ mend that all children should be properly restrain­ ed and seated in the back of the vehicle until they are at least 12 years old. The back seat is usually safer than the front, because most occu­ pant fatalities occur in frontal crashes. In addition, a front passenger air bag can seriously harm a child riding in the front seat. Infants, less than one year old and under 20 pounds, should always nde in an approved rear-fac­ ing child safety seat. “Many child safety seats now permit a child to remain rear facing for as long as possible within the certified limits of the child safety seat.” Booster seats are another area where parents get a fail­ ing grade. In general, chil­ dren should stay in a car safety seat with a full har­ ness until the seat is outgrown - usually at about 40 pounds. The booster is designed to position the child so the vehicle lap/shoulder safety belt fits properly. Michigan law requires that all front seat occupants be buckled and that anyone under the age of 16 be secured no matter where they are seated. This is a pri­ mary offense in Michigan, meaning that those observed to be disobeying this law can be stopped and ticketed. The results of the AAA survey show that statewide safety belt use - at least when traveling to and from school - is well below the current state average of 83 percent, and children are at significantly greater risk than adults. To help educate Michigan residents of the proper use and installation of child safety seats. AAA Michigan will offer free Child Safety Seat Inspections at select locations this summer. For scheduling informa­ tion. call I -800-646-4222 or visit www.aaamich.com Thanks to you Barry County... Family & Children Services provides outpa­ tient counseling to individuals, couples and families dealing with anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, relationship, employment, school and parenting issues. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. 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And make it “Strike” an (almost) all-percussion group of mu­ sicians, more than 90% of whom come from Caledo­ nia, South Christian and East Kentwood High Schools. The group will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, June 14, in the East Kentwood Fine Arts Auditorium. The troupe plays a unique blend of different percussion instruments, including drums, steel drums and cym­ bals. There style and spirit has caused their music to re­ ceive some high level praise and attention. According to Strike’s di­ rector. Don Raaymakers. 25, the group recently was ac­ cepted into the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, which is to be held in Columbus. Ohio, this year (it alternates with Nashville and Dallas). "It’s quite an honor to get in there,” said Raaymakers. “People base their entire ca- C.A.T.S Soccer Club Try-outs Monday, June 17th—Boys U-10; Girls U-10&U-12 Tuesday, June 18th—Boys U-ll &U-13; Girls U-ll Wednesday, June 19th—Boys U-12; Girls U-13 & U-15 Thursday, June 20th—Girls U-14 & U-16 and above Held at Dutton Elementary registration begins at 5:30 p.m. Tryouts from 6-8 p.m. No cost, bring soccer ball, water bottle, shin guards & soccer shoes. Download registration form at: www.eteamz.com/catssoccerclub QUESTIONS—CALL 554-3356 Strike uses different percussion instruments to get their unique sound. reers just on playing there.” The ensemble also re­ ceived a letter just last week to audition for Band of America’s (BOA) National Concert Band and Percus­ sion Festival in Indianapolis. The festival’s coordinator, William Galden, wrote the letter. He had heard of the band’s reputation from Jim Campbell of the Percussive Arts Society. “We’re being talked about around the country evi­ dently.” said Raaymakers, who says he is very proud of this group. For the last six years he has driven from Mt. Pleasant, where his wife. Strike played for Kettle Lake Elementary students earlier this spring Conny. was a Central Michi­ gan University student until recently. They moved from there last week so that he could devote more of his en­ ergy to the ensemble instead of the two-hour (each way) drive. “These students are the greatest people,” he said. “They give up their Christ­ mas breaks, their spring and summer breaks, Friday nights just to play with Strike. Working with them was worth every minute (of the long drive).” Raaymaker’s wife gradu­ ated with a bachelor of sci­ ence degree in psychology, with a 3.85 grade point aver­ age. he said proudly. They are the parents of two girls, Taylor, who is almost 6, and McKenna. 1, with a third child due to be born any time now. Raaymakers says of his wife, "She’s so supportive (of his work with Strike). She's wonderwoman.” As stated earlier, though most of the ensemble is made up of high school stu­ dents, a few are returning players. “They can’t get away ’from it,” Raaymakers said with a laugh. Tickets for the show at East Kentwood Friday arc $5 for students and $10 for adults. For those interested in purchasing tickets call East Kentwood School at 698-6700 extension 244 for the box office. Or to reach Automotive 1993 FORD F-350: 4x4, 4*0 OD with Boss V plow & fi­ berglass cap, $7,500 obo. (616)795-9317 Business Services A M. TO P.M. TREE SERV­ ICE: tree removal & trim­ ming. Stump grinding, free estimates. Insured, (616)8910890 or 1-866-CUT-AMPM. ALL STAR ROOFING: Residential roofing specialist. Tearoffs - Reroofs. 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Comm u nity Notices STRAWBERRY BREAK­ FAST & BAKE SALE: June 12th, 8:15am Parmalee Unit­ ed Methodist Church, Parmaiee Road, Middleville �The Sun and News Middleville ML'June 11. 2002/Page 23 Child Care MARION'S FAMILY DAY­ CARE: June 10th, 2 full time openings, Ca'edonia area. Smoke free, 13 years experi­ ence, open 6am-5:30pm. Lots of fun plus swimming all Summer long. Call Aunt Bonnie, (616)891-8847 Li­ cense #DG410092132. MELISSA'S DAYCARE has 3 full time openings ages in­ fant-12. Lots of run, hours 6am-6pm. (616)795-4950 Li­ cense WDG00825936. Fann STRAWBERRIES READY: picked or call (616)792-1622 GARAGE SALE: multi-fam­ ily. Furniture, household items, toys, baby clothes, good junk Thursday, Friday & Saturday, June 13th, 14th & 15th, 9am-5pm. Golfside Meadows sub-division, 76th St. & Patterson, look for signs._________________________ GARAGE SALE: Saturday, June 15th, 9am-6pm. 10318 Spring Valley Dr. (off of Morse Lake, just south of 92nd). Direct TV satellite dish and two receivers, LaZ-Boy sleeper sofa, enter­ tainment center, girls and boys clothes, household items ARE u-pick, For Rent THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. 3 BEDROOM LARGE APARTMENT: 1-1/2 baths, M-50 & 1-96 area, Alto/Lowell schools, cats $10 (no dogs), 30 acres woods, $625 plus utilities, (616)891-1840 CALEDONIA: quiet country 1 bednxvm, $440 plus utilities, no pets. (616)891-0104 COTTAGE FOR RENT: Green Lake, near Caledonia. Rent by week, month or sea­ son (616)374-7465, evenings. MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALES: something for ev­ eryone June 14th & 15th, 8am-6pm. Location: 1/4 mile south of 68th St. on Whit- neyville Rd., turn east on Garbow, right on Kettle I^ke Dr______________________ MULTI GARAGE SALES: June 14th & 15th, 9am-4pm. On 76th St. just west of M-37 between Patterson & Kraft, FOR SALE: peddle tractors, (Ford, l.H.J.D., C.I.H.). Also gooseneck flat bed trailer, call after 5pm. (616)891-8542 LOG CABIN BED: queen w/mattress set. (bought, never used) Cedar log. Am­ ish built. Cost $800. Sell $175. (517)626-7089___________ MAYTAG ELE. BLACK glass top stove & dishwash­ er (can be used for portable or built-in). (616)871-0028 or (616)862-7385.________________ TRAILER FOR SALE 2002 Load Trail, 77"X10ft, end gate, lights, $900. Call (616)672-7167 after 6pm. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 3 SALES 1 STREET: Riverwood Drive, Middleville. Lots of children's stuff! 9am- 5pm June 13th & 14th._______ BARN STUFFED FULL "& SPILLING OUT INTO THE YARD SALE many families & more stuff than you can believe. Priced to sell. Near 108th & Kalamazoo June 13th, 14th & 15th, 8am-7pm. Follow signs, 1/2 off Satur­ day! Lawn & Garden RiJ LAWN CARE Mowing and brush removal. Senior discount, reasonable rates. (616)374-8631 Mobile Homes 1999 DOUBLE WIDE excel­ lent, Caledonia schools, deck, garage, air, all applian­ ces, $3,000 less than apprais­ ed, $42,000. (616)698-6949 National Ads COMPUTER GEEK: small office, must be a wizz. Programing/fixing/set-up, to 512/Hr. Entry level! (616)949-2424 Jobline. office personnel. We are now hiring for Summer work and permanent full time. You need a job? We have work available. For a one on one interview call (616)243-9131. No 3rd shift. CALEDONIA: Pets LOOKING HOME OR fos­ ter home for my 8 yr. old male St. Bernard. Has had FASHION MODELS: to $50/Hr. Male/female runwav catalog. Entry level! only 1 owner. Moving south for missionary. Please call (616)871-0028 or (616)862- HOMEWORKERS out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900 Call Award Properties, (616)9424910. 7385. (616)949-2424 Jobline. ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. OFHCE RECEPTIONIST/ TELEPHONE OPERATOR: to $13.40/hr. Busy office Most training provided! (616)949-2424 Jobline. PACKAGE DELIVERY DRIVER: to $16.82/hr + benefits. Local route. Major co. (616)949-2424 Jobline. ROAD WORK/CONSTRUCTION: to $16.80/Hr + overtime. Trainees/skilled needed now. (616)949-2424 FOR SALE BY OWNER: Caledonia schools, walkout ranch, 4bd., 3 baths, field stone fireplace. 2400so. ft., 3.9 acres, pole bam, Real Estate NEED­ beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ Jobline. MIDDLEVILLE, NEW LISTING: beautiful 2-3 plus acre daylight building sites in Thomapple Kellogg Schools. Lots are perked and $221,000. (616)868-6596 LAKE FRONT gorgeous and private Bassett Lake home between Middleville ready to build. Rural setting on cul-de-sac, 3 miles south­ and Hastings. 837 Morey Drive, off Bassett Lake Rci (2bd, 2 ba), $139,500. Call east of Middleville. $34,900$36,900. Century 21 Pearson Cook 891-8980, Barbara Get­ ty 838-2550. L2MCBGETT- (616)948-3990. Recreation FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't it Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. STARCRAFT BOAT: I/O, llOhp, 16ft with trailer, ex­ cellent condition, $3,500. (616)945-4917 5225. PHILLY STACK Thinly sked roast beef, topped with smoked provolone cheese, sauteed be« peppers and onions on a hoag# bun $6 95 CORNBEEF REUBEN Sliced corned beef, swtss cheese, sauerkraut 1000 island dressing on grilled swirl CUSTOMER SERVICE: "JOBS JOBS JOBS" "STOP SEARCHING, WE HAVE EM." $500 WK. TO START. Local office must expand it's Furnished, $9(X)/month. Call (231)739-7734 ( lull >;<■!, asking $2,250 obo. Call (616)672-7167 evenings. (616)795-7354 TION/PLANT WORKER: to $15/Hr. * benefits, (2) shifts, non/union! (616)949-2424 Help Wanted DENTAL HYGIENIST: Mondays, 10am-7pm., with opportunity for additional hours as we grow. Fax re- ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR: Eclipse Premier Pace Setter, 4 wheel, numatic tires. New er who loves kids. Very rea­ sonable rates, excellent refer­ ences, Middleville schools. FACTORY LINE PRODUC- Shagbark Condos. RANCH HOUSE: 3 bed rooms, 2 bathrooms, on Thomapple River Court For Sale WANTED: children to care for in my home. Grandmoth­ rye $6 95 TURKEY REUBEN Sliced turkey, swiss cheese, sauerkraut. 1000 island dressing on gnHed swirl rye $695 Cheese, bacon, green onions $5.95 STUFFED OLIVES Black dives stuffed with Asiago cheese, rolled m seasoned bread crumbs and deep fned $5 95 All Dinners listed below include House Salad. Bread. Vegetable of the Day ARTICHOKE DIP RIBEYE and ChoKe of House Potato or Italian Fries Served with Baguette bread $5.95 10 oz. tender char-grilled $16 99 CHICKEN STRIPS NEW YORK STRIP Regular or BBQ $6 95 12 oz char grilled to perfection $18 99 ULTIMATE SAMPLER PLATTER SIRLOIN sume to (616)795-8881 A generous portion of Potato Skins, Stuffed Olives. Onion Rings. Chicken Stnps 9 oz center cut, char-grilled to order $10 99 MUST BE A FIT: experi­ enced preferred, talent a must. Busy salon, both full & part time available. Call The Studio Salons, (616)891-1272 served with Marmara $12 95 GARUC CHEESE BREAD PORK CHOPS Two boneless center cut chops, char-grilled Barbecue sauce on request $ 11 95 Our very own pizza dough rolled out with garlic butter and mozzarella cheese, cut into stnps. served with Marmara $5.95 Two char-grilled boneless chops $ 12 49 CRAB CAKES GRILLED CHICKEN Served with orange chipotle sauce and baguette bread $5 95 Two boneless breasts, char grilled Barbecue or Cajunon request $11 95 NACHOS CHICKEN ROULADE Two boneless breasts, stuffed with crab, served with basil cream sauce $ 12 99 PARALEGAL/LEGAL AS­ SISTANT: Our Kentwood law firm is looking for a le­ gal assistant/paralegal to join our team of hardwork­ ing professionals. Individu­ als snould have at least one year experience working in a law office. Must be reliable, self-motivated and able to work under pressure. Com­ petitive wages and benefits, qualified individuals should Lettuce, tomato, onions, taco meat, cheese $5.95 HONEY-CURED GLAZED PORK CHOPS SHRIMP 8 butterfly shrimp, lightly breaded, fried to a deep golden brown $ 13 99 CATFISH Catfish, steamed then topped with a parmesan cheese mix and broiled $11 99 CHEF'S CATCH OF THE WEEK Salads are served with bread and your choice of dressing - Italian, Ranch, 1000 Island, Spicy Cucumber, Blue Cheese, French Price varies CAESAR SALAD Crisp Romaine tossed woth croutons, parmesan chese and caesar dressing $5 95 add Chicken $1 99 add Steak $2.49 send their resume and cover letter to: Hiring Partner, FALL CREEK SALAD 2010 44th Street, SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49508. CHEF SALAD SPAGHETTI IN MARINARA Greens, tomato, cucmber. ham, turkey, hard boiled eg & cheese $7.95 $7 99 add Meatballs $1 99 WANTED: hair stylist to rent my salon chair in a friendy, family oriented sal­ on. I am unable to work and have a 30yr. cliental floating in the salon. No shampoo & set. Some come from Hast­ ings, Middleville. Wayland & Caledonia areas. 1 Block south of 28th St. on the East Belthne. Incentives for sign­ ing 6mo. or lyr. lease. Please call (616)792-2384. Household Greens, tomato, cucumber, chicken, dried cranberries & walnuts $7.95 JUMBO MEAT RAVIOLI Served in marinara $11 99 LASAGNA Sheets of pasta, layered with cheese, red sauce and me^t $ 11 99 FETTUCCINE WITH ALFREDO SAUCE MARGARITA $8 99 add Chicken $2.99 add Shrimp $3 99 Mozzarella olrve oil, fresh basil, sliced tmatoes $6 99 SEAFOOD FETTUCCINE BLT Cheddar, mozzarella, ranch sauce, lettuce, tomatoes bacon $6 99 Shrimp and crawfish sauteed in a gark, lemon butter, white wine sauce with mushrooms and scalbons $14 99 PEPPERONI CHICKEN MARSALA Red sauce and mozzarela $6 49 BUILD YOUR OWN Two chicken Breasts. pan seared with Marsala wine, mushrooms and omons. served over fettuccine $12 99 Red sauce, mozzarella and 3 additional items $6.99 Bacon. Chicken. Ham. Pepperoni. Sausage, Green Pepper, Mushrooms, Onion, EGGPLANT PARMESAN tomato. Cucumber FETTUCONI TRIO A kght ctoh,heavy on flavor A combination of pme-nuts. prosciutto ham and KING LOG BED: hard made log cabin style bed, by Amish. Includes new mat­ tress set. (2 mo. old, never used) Cost $1100. Sacrifice $195. (989)719-8062 Jobs Wanted SHINGLING JOBS WANT­ ED: free estimates. Call Tom 9 (616)209-1878. All Pasta Dinners include House Salad and Bread Lightly breaded 4 baked, served on a bed of spaghetti marmara $12 49 sun-dned tomatoes, tossed with fettuccine $12 99 LEMON PEPPER UGUINI Sandwiches served with chips & pickle. Substitute with Fries for 99< or Served with be# peppers n a kght basil gark sauce Chricen $11.99 Shrimp $1399 Onion Rings for $1.99 TURKEY CLUB Sked turkey bacon, smoked provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato on grdJed sourdough $6 95 GROUPER Deep fned fch fitet with lettuce, tomato. Cheddar and tartar served on a hoage $6 95 VEGGIE WRAP Chore of cheese, lettuce. tomato, onions, mushrooms, pme nuts & seasonal •egges$6 95 FRENCH DIP Thrty siced roast beef topped wdh smoked provolone cheese on a hoa^e bun, served au jus tor ippng $6 95 FALL CREEK BURGER V2 pander, lettuce tomato, onon on a Kaser bun. choce of cheese - Cheddar, smoked provotone smss $5 95 FALL creek CLASSIC GRILLED CHEESE & ITALIAN FRIES CHICKEN ANGERS & ITAUAN FRIES SPAGHETTI Banquet & Catering Services Available Stop in and see us today! 201S. Jefferson, Hastings Gnied chicken drear, topped with swns cheese sauteed rrwshfooms, ettoce and tomato on a Kaser on $6 95 FALL CREEK BLT e^ce tomato -y grwed sourdough $5 For kids 8 & under - your choce $2 99 Curntr uf South Jcfftruni & Court Si. 616-945-0100 __________ Open Dun at 11 a m. �June 21T*& June 22nd all events located at: Pierce Cedar Creek Institute 701 W. Cloverdale Road Hastings, Ml 49058 2002 Friday, June 21s Summer Solstice Drumming Circle 6:30 pm -10:30 pm Potluck supper followed by fun and spiritual drumming. Bring a drum or other percussion type instrument if you have one. Some additional drums available. **Summer Solstice Hike 9:00 pm -11:00 pm A guided night tour on our trails. Explore the sounds and sights of nocturnal Michigan wildlife. Saturday, June 22nd **Too Early Bird Walk 7:00 am - 8:00 am A guided bird tour led by trained bird watchers. Bring binoculars and a birdguide if available or pick one up at our Gift Shop! *A “Solar” Breakfast at Cedar Creek 8:00 am - 9:30 am Be sure not to miss this! Bob Brown will demonstrate the process of harnessing solar power with fun and Interactive events. Soil Tunnel Traveling Exhibit 9:00 am - 5:00 pm An exciting and fun way for kids to learn a variety of ecosystems related to the soil both above and beneath the earth. Local Artists Displays 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Several local artists display their work In our naturally lit Great Room. View the creative talent and have an opportunity to purchase originals. Choose from paintings, pastels, jewelry, art glass, wood carving, and hand woven baskets. The Color of Nature 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Be creative! Experience your own self-expression outdoors. Supplies available. A pastel demonstration will be given by Dennis 0'mara. North American Kestrel Introduction 9:00 am - 9:15 am and again at 10:00 am -10:15 am Do not miss a "live- Introduction to this bird of prey. ’There is a charge for this event. See our website for details ••For pre-registration call (616) 721-4190 visit our website at: www.cedarcreekinstitute.org or call (616) 721-4190 for more information Saturday, June 22nd Looking Back - Looking Forward 10:00 am -11:00 pm Dr. Gary Pierce, Director, will give an Interesting presentation of the princi­ ples, history, and forecasted future of Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. Country Strings Concert 12:00 noon Enjoy the sounds of bluegrass music at It’s best Schondelmayer Cart* 10:00 am -3:00 pm BBQ, all beef hot dogs, brats, American potato salad, large chunk fruit, pop, hand squeezed lemonade, ice tea, chips, ice cream Tracks, Scat & Teeth 10:00 am -12:00 noon Make tracks for the education building then onto the trails. Learn the com­ plete life story of an animal by studying teeth, skulls, scat, and tracks. Live Fresh Water Fish Feeding 12:00 noon -12:15 pm Learn about how lake fish feed as you watch a live demonstration from our own aquarium. Michigan Snakes 1:00 pm -1:30 pm A live animal program about some of Michigan's most misunderstood residents. Sounds of Summer* 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm** Be prepared to have fun and get wet and muddy. Guided Nature Tour Trail Walk 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Dr. Gary Pierce. Director and team about our trees and wildflowers. Tales from the Path 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Listen to nature and respond in writing. Guided tour led by Mary Pierce, poet editor, and biologist Dinner & Music for Mother Earth* 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm** Enjoy a delicious outdoor dinner and concert with entertainer, Tom Hodgson. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-06-18.pdf 54c93e523ecba5c7f8692e852b25c65b PDF Text Text 131st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 25/June 18, 2002 Retired fire chief is 'Hometown Hero' for July 4 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Butch Welton, Caledo­ nia's fire chief for 21 years, has been selected as this year's “Hometown Hero” at the Independence Day Cele­ bration. He was picked at the June 5 meeting. Welton continues as a part-time firefighter. The township also has moved toward upgrading its fire department with more personnel by amending the job description for on-call firefighters. Bill Thorton will work as a consultant for the fire de­ partment, and will be in­ volved in the selection of a new fire chief. Thorton was a fire chief in another com­ munity for many years. Ap­ plications are being sought to expand the roster of avail­ able candidates both for fire chief and for firefighters. Brian Bennett, acting chief, told the Township Board that the annual safety inspections and servicing on vehicles, hoses and equip­ ment were nearly com­ pleted. An extrication class was held recently. The fire department took part in Me­ morial Day Services by invi­ tation of the American Le­ gion. An inspection was made of the Independence Day lo­ cation, Bennett said. He said he anticipated an excellent show. He said the department The Fourth of July will fall on a Thursday. The board approved clos­ ing the office Thursday and Friday, July 4 & 5, with employees taking personal leave or unpaid time off. had received 93 calls at this time, whereas last year at this time 72 had come in. He said there was a 35 percent increase so far. A compari­ son of medical calls to fire calls was difficult as the de­ partment was overloaded during the first quarter. Ben­ nett said a comparison at the end of the second quarter might be more evened out. He has been working with the ISO people for a water shuttle program with other fire departments with a goal date of September. The board is interviewing candidates for the position of zoning administrator, and added a late-comer to the list of others who had met the deadline. All qualified can­ didates will be considered. Alaska Hall has been ap­ praised at a value of $165,000 to $200,000, by Township Assessor Laura Stob. The board has been discussing the option of sell­ ing Alaska Hall. Money from a grant would have to be paid back. Alternatively, the payback money could be used toward other appropri­ ate township projects. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison explained. The township moved to pay a share of the fireworks for the Independence Day celebration. A permit was granted Io an applicant to sell fire­ works from a fireworks stand in a Caledonia parking lot. It will be inspected by an appropriate official. The Fourth of July will fall on a Thursday. The board approved closing the office Thursday and Friday, July 4 and 5. with employ­ ees taking personal leave or unpaid time off. The board spent the ma­ jority of its time June 5 on a budget workshop. Middleville Community Garage Sale is June 27-29 Caledonia library invites readers to fly a kite By Patricia Johns Staff Writer This summer’s reading club at the Caledonia Li­ brary is really high flying. Children ages 6 and above can learn to make kites on Thursday, June 20, at the Caledonia Township Hall, 250 Maple Street. This “Kite Day,” with the Macki­ naw Kite Company, will cover the history of kites, kite safety and even the dif­ ferent types of kites. The fun will continue Thursday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m. with a Round the World craft day for all ages and with several different skill levels. Participants will create “make and take" pro­ jects. This program is also scheduled for the Caledonia Township Hall at 250 Maple St. Marionettes are featured in the Stevens Puppets pres­ entation of “Sleeping Beauty” Thursday, July 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the Town­ ship Hall, 250 Maple St. This program is appropriate for those 5 years of age and older. The final program sched­ uled for the Township Hall will be Thursday, July 18, with Tim Salisbury who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.” This is an entertaining event for the whole family at 10:30 a.m. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will be host for a fun beaded wire jewelry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre-registration is required and participation is limited to 15. This year’s summer read­ ing club invites readers into the Winner’s Circle for chil­ dren entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to Anna and Michal a Bailey of Caledonia were the first to sign up for the summer reading club at the Caledonia Library. Branch Manager Jane Heiss gives them some helpful hints. “Read, Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The Caledonia Library doesn’t ignore adults, either. Book discussions are planned Wednesdays, July 3, and Aug. 7. Both sessions begin at 7 p.m. in a relaxed way to share books adults may love or hate. The popular Farmer’s Market will return. This year it will be held at the Caledo­ nia Farmers Elevator Com­ pany at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer's Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Bargains will be available at the annual Inde­ pendence Day celebration sale Saturday, June 29. There will be special bag sale prices. The sale begins at 10 a.m. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Li­ brary is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Em­ mons St. For more information about any of these summer programs, call 647-3840. The annual Middleville Community Wide garage sale will be held on Thurs­ day through Saturday, June 27-29. Participants can choose to hold their individ­ ual sales on all three days, two days or just one day. Some individuals are planning just Saturday sales., hoping to attract those who could not shop during the week. This year the Boy Scouts from Troop 105 will be sell­ ing used camping equipment as they continue to raise funds to replace their trailer. The members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Education Association have begun to gather up lots of “stuff’ in­ cluding computers. Homeowners throughout the Middleville area will also be holding garage sales the same weekend. Anyone who would like to participate in this commu­ nity wide sale is invited to advertise in the Sun and News and/or Reminder. Anyone interested should call 945-9554. Please tell the advertising person that the ad should be included in the Community Garage Sale area for Middleville. The caller should also be clear about in which paper they want their garage sale adver­ tisement to appear. The deadline for ads for this section is noon on Fri­ day, June 21. In This Issue • No illegality in village non-partisan elections, county prosecutor finds • Co-Iocation at Whitneyville tower - delayed • Glen Valley’s 4th phase receives conditional approval • Caledonia villagers complain about dogs, noise �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002 Williamson starts Arts Council summer exhibit season July 1-July 20 will feature Staff Writer work by Kathryn Murphy. Middleville artist Don July 22 - Aug. 10 will fea­ Williamson kicked off the ture work by Dustin Lon­ summer exhibit season at don. the Thomapple Arts Council August 12- Sept. 7 will in the 117 W. State Street feature Insoon Fekh. building in Hastings with a Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 will fea­ retrospective of his work. ture Ruth Gee. Williamson told Arts Oct. 1 - Oct. 26 will be Council Director Rose Hea­ filled with the watercolors ton that he is amazed to see of Kathleen Crane. the variety of work from Open hours for the exhibit portraits, watercolors and are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. landscapes he has done. Monday through Friday. Williamson retired from There is also a shop featur­ Kendall College of Art and ing the work of area artists design two years ago. He with jewelry, cards and works in several media. much more. For more infor­ He enjoyed pointing out mation on TAC events call early work but was most ex­ 945-9554. cited with the next picture he will paint or the next photograph he will take. One area he is exploring is digital photography. Middleville artist en­ More than 130 friends joyed the opportunity to and art lovers attended the opening reception. Harp mu­ discuss his work at the sic filled the room as exhibit opening reception. goers exclaimed over the work. The work will be on display through June 29. Heaton says, “The Thor­ napple Arts Council hopes to promote Barry County Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues artists and work with other galleries in the area. There are a great many artists in this area who arc still mostly unknown.” The Thornapple Arts Council has planned a summer of exhibits in the State Street location. To the editor: the increase in students. Thomapple Kellogg Around my section, there Schools is paving out big are now 847 acres out of bucks to have its needs for agriculture. Some is the best MILLER MEANS. the future all figured out. land, level with no stonfc, They just finished a whole and grows the best alfalfa bunch of remodeling and and all crops on most of it. building a new building. He has a hand in most of it They even said at one time being divided. they didn’t know what to do Let Dykstra build a school with all the money. I remem­ building and name it after ber writing that they could him. I read in the Sun and return it to the taxpayers. News sometime back, where We have a master in our he would be happy to have a midst. He is one of the three park or something named heads of the Barry County after him. Road Commission, so the Also I have read that roads to his additions have Dykstra goes back to City no problems. Dave Dykstra Commission in Middleville is his name. He, more than for putting in road he didn’t anyone, is responsible for all by Patricia Johns FROM OUR READERS Harpist Heidi Wolterstorff from Grand Rapids en­ tertained a crowd of more than 130 who took advan­ tage of the opening retrospective of the work of Mid­ dleville artist Don Williamson on June 7 at the Thor­ napple Arts Council State Street location. The Wil­ liamson exhibit is on display during the open hours of the TAC through June. New exhibits will be on dis­ play all summer. Miller Middievilie/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington (M-37) (616) 795-3305 Kay Stolaonburg GRI, CRS.ASSOC BROKER A SALES MANAGER___________ 795-7272 Dab Erway........ ...........................823-8357 Karen Brown ..................____ 795-9331 Craig Stolaonburg. GRI..... ........ 795-4470 Al Kullkauskaa............................ 838-7282 Carole Scblavlnk.... ........ 872-7405 Mike Humphrey*. CRS, GRI Broker & Owner Mner our Middleville and Gun Lake Area Stat! Road Commission wasting money Mt. Hope Cemetery needs two pillars tass w state rd. • open Sunday june zj 1. THORNAPPLE RIX ER FRONT! hnmauta Kwne w»<h NO ft of pmatr Thomapplr River frvnuqtr’ 13 8 •OOM and secluded acre* Lrt* of extras dwxmjhow this home 2* Mail attached fmge and pule Iwn Slop b> the Open House or caH Sarah I Inch at « Hawingv cffW SZMJ989 M .17 muM k> fyf* mi iSMfruMr. ecnr.w Maia Sr to State M (Mart St Arm mo Sum U i Suar AM MtMk>Aunr 1 FREEPORT. Perfect for the I si time home 2. MIDDLEVILLE. Beautiful home tn a great family neigbborhhod New carpet, lots of storage and spacious family rooms This home includes central air and a fenced jard for your children and pets Thoniappie Kellogg Schools Call Dianne al our Hastings office $139,500 •L MIDDLEVILLE. Setting un apprus. I 84 boxer' located on rhe edge of town on an cun acres, this home featurrs 3 bedrooms I 12 baths, large lot. this neal and clean home features 2 bed ftdi finished basement new carpet, mcr deci off rooms. I bath and more’ Tbornapoie Kellogg Schools the back and large poic barn »rth concrete floor and electnc Tboraapple-Kellogg Schoofs Call Nicole at our Hastings office $715M CaH Karen ___ S1J4.9BB FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE GUN LAKE AN CALEDONU AREA PROPERTIES PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER N THE GRANO RAPIOS PRESS THE HOMES EXTRA AW THE PENASEE GLOBE Convenient Offices in Hastings and Middleville Hastings Office 149 W. State Sl (616) 945-5182 Dear editor: Another Memorial Day has come and gone, and we Mill only have pillar to the entrance of the Mount Hope Cemetery in Middleville. We have a very nice and well kept cemetery, but for the last three or four years we were supposed to get the pillars fixed. First they had to find someone to lay them. The next year the excuse was that they couldn’t match the bricks. Julia Shaw donated a sub­ stantial amount of money for the upkeep of this cemetery. I am sure she would say to tear the old one down and get all new bnck to build two new pillars that would match. This could be paid for from the interest of the donation of her money. Someone is dragging their feet on this project. Andy Aicken Sr. Middleville Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place pour ad today. have permission to do at that time. He apologized, saying “I won’t do it again,” smoothed it over. Most any­ one else would have had to take the road out. Dysktra’s Road Commis­ sion is spending every cent and wasting more. A shame the way they throw money away! He should take the bull by the horns and build a new high school for the district. Dykstra and Page would have a familiar ring to me. I’d hold my breath for it to happen, and my nose after­ ward. Donald W. Johnson Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 3 Boy, Girl Scout raise the flag at Freeport Llibrary by Patricia Johns goal of reading 20 hours in seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ gible for other prizes do­ nated by Union Bank. A special program for the whole family is scheduled Staff Writer There was no doubt that the role of the volunteer is important at the Freeport District Library at its first program on June 12. Giri and Boy Scouts were on hand to raise the library’s new flag, help young readers with a craft and even read a few stories. The theme at the Freeport library this summer is “Real American Heroes Read.” Everyday heroes who live and work around the Free­ port community will read at special “Wednesday Morn­ ings with a Hero” sessions at 10 a.m. this month and in July. The next hero to read is Freeport Fire Chief Jim Yargcr, who will be at the li­ brary Wednesday. June 19. Heroes each week could be an emergency medical technician, scout leader or the village police officer. Each hero will share a story, answer questions and talk with young readers. The library also has planned four craft days for students in grades 2-6. These activities require pre­ registration, which can be done when children sign up for the reading programs. Call the library at 765-5181 to sec if any openings re­ main for these craft days. This year the Freeport Li­ brary offers three levels of fun. “Minutemen" arc for chil­ dren who are still at the “read-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prizes. “Patriots" are readers ages 6-12, reading at their own level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week Boy Scouts from troops in Middleville and Lake Odessa raise the Free­ port Library's new flag while Girl Scouts lead the pledge. for seven weeks. Readers who complete the reading goal will receive a free ticket to a Whitecaps game. There are also weekly prizes and chances to win tickets to Craig’s Cruisers, the IMAX theater, a Disney trip or even to a Detroit Pistons game. Teen readers, the third level, again are welcome at the Freeport Library this summer. All teens ages 1319 who sign up receive a free video rental. Each reader who completes the on Thursday, July 11, at 2 p.m. with musician Kim Domke who will lead a pa­ triotic singalong. The summer reading pro­ gram will end with a Cup Stacking Camp hosted by “Mr. Jim." who will demon­ strate a fast moving and fun sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31. Freeport District Library is at 209 S. State St. in Free­ port. Call 765-5181 for in­ formation about any of the special library programs this summer. No illegality in village non-partisan elections, county prosecutor finds bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Village President Lon Myers announced during the June 11 Middleville Village Council meeting that Barry County Prosecuting Attor­ ney Gordon Shane McNeill has determined that there was no illegal action when the village went to non-par­ tisan elections. In the letter, McNeill de­ termined that the “Village Ready for a Nu-Du? Carla Burns Certified Master Colorist Vidal Sassoon Educated Master Stylist Now Acceping Now Clients at... 7/fe studio ^alort. Inc. was not required to pass an ordinance in order to permit non-partisan elections.” Since the process in late 1997 and early 1998 was through the two-thirds vote of the Village Council, ap­ proval by the state governor and approval by village vot­ ers. The documents reviewed by McNeill’s office demon­ strate that this process was followed ending with the ap­ proval by voters on March 9, 1998. The option of per­ mitting non-partisan elec­ tions did not become avail­ able until July 13,1988. On the second issue of the failure to pass an ordinance making the clerk and treas­ urer appointed, not elected positions. McNeill ruled that it was moot since an ordi­ nance has been passed re­ cently by the village. Myers said he * as happ> to point out that these issues have been resolved. HONOR ROLL ANNOUNCED Page Elementary School (Fourth marking period) LaLone, Michelle Lenartz, Connar Loew. Calvin Lustey, Cody Lydy. Adam Mar­ shall. Mark McCarter. Travis McKenna. Keli Mel­ len. Anthony Montgomery. Jacob Myers. Katie Nesbitt. Camille Nofsinger. Caitlin Nosanov. Alex Pelton. Rogelio PeOa. Andrea Pen­ field. Beau Pickard, Kenny Price, Taelor Price. Tyler Rafferty. Kelsea Richard­ son. Sarah Roskam. Lydia Scholtens. Nicholas Scobey. Josh Scott, Jared Smendik. Christopher Smith. Carrie Sneller, Paige Starkey. Han­ nah Stark. Nick Steele. Josh Steensma. Jennifer Sterman. Aaron Stora, Tyler Stover. Wesley Stowe. Adriana Suarez. Jessica Thomas. Ja­ cob Thorington. Katy Tobin. Nicole Todd, Matraca Tolan, Matthew VanDongen, Seth VanKuiken. Jessica VanRhee, Melissa VanStee. Paige Vogel, Kelsey Web­ ster. Nick Weesie, Kelsey Weidmann. Brittany Wilkin­ son, Matt Williamson. Ra­ chel Young, Kyle Zahl, Ste­ ven Zatzke and Brittany Ziehr. Fourth grade Tyler Agostini. Kaylee Akey, JJ. Aki. Geoffrey Al­ baugh. Rachael Ayers. R.J. Bailey, Michaeia Beerens. Mark Beilfuss. Eli Bergsma. Travis Boersma. Tucker Boonstra. Jessica Brewer. Annie Brower. Luke Brown. Corrin Bruxvoort, Barbara Burger. Rebecca Campeau. Angela Ciluffo, Dustin Clark. Max Coon, Sarah Cronkright, Louise Curths. Trevor Dalton. Emily Dan­ iels, Matthew Davidson. Brittney Defever, Alyssa DeGroot, Cassie DeHaan. Rebecca Denney, Alex DeVries, Ben Dickerson, T.J. Dodge. Kathleen Donewald. Kara Fassbender. Me­ gan Foote, Jacob Francisco, Justin Frank. Danielle Fredenburg. Amanda French. Caroline Fuller, John Gerou, Jessica Gonzalez, Dillon Goosen, Nicole Grummet, Megan Hager, Brittany Hall, Stephanie Hartman. Anna Hauschild, James Hawkes, Josh Haywood, Christian Henne, Joanna Hillman. Fifth grade Kelly Hine. Kyle Hine. Mil­ licent Hoffman, Brianna Ryan Ahern. Maegan Al­ Holbcn, Jillian Holmquist, lison. Kailee Anderson. Kirk Michelle Howard. Jeremiah Barber, Laramie Barker. Johnson, Coty Jones, Bryan Renee Barnes, Jacob Bauer. Kars, Kayla Katsma, Shelby Ashleigh Bieski, Ethan Kenyon, Kayla Kermeen, Benedict, John Betit. Ben Max Kiel, Audrey Koetsier, Blough, Whitnee Bosworth, Cameron Kulhanek, Jillian Curtis Bouchard. Robin Bouwhuis, Alyssa Bower­ man. Ryan Brew, Josh Brower. Alicia Bruinsma. Michele Bruinsma. AJ. Brummel. Thomas Brunink. Chris Bryan. Zach Buehler, Kody Buursma. Macy Chamberlin. Cameron Chan­ dler. David Comeau, Alyson Cooper. Cara Crandell. Ste­ ven Crawford. Shanelle Cridler, Kyle Dalton. Cade Dammen. James Dean. Ste­ ven DeMaagd. Nick De­ Wald. Dayton Dimond. Alex Dutmer, David Foster. Beth Fuller. Chelsea Funk. Kolton Geerligs, Brittany Giguere. Jamie Goggins, Kaiti Graham. Amanda Granger. Cassie Groendyke, Dylan Hamilton. Joshua Haney. Tiffani Harrington, Matthew Hillman. Jackie Hodges, Ashley Hovinga, Heather Hull. Neal Humbarger, Erin Humphrey, Matte Jacobs. Jessica Ja­ cobs. Hath Jager. Jacob Jenkins, Nick Karelse, Abra­ ham Kim. Joey Koval, Tyfani I^mkin. Ashley Lustcy, Gina Mancuso. Taylor Martenies, Jaimie McKenna, Marcus Me Keough. Cole Meinke, Mackenzie Meyering. Shane Moore, Kan Mo­ rey, Amanda Nicholas, Olivia Nicder. Amanda Nye, Emily Ordway, Jordan Owens, Adrienne Palmer, Sara Pappas, Maegan Parks, Alex Pcschcl, Jessica Pitsch. See honor roll, page 5 Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes and re-financing is at a high point. State Hank of Caledonia is proud to offerfantastic mortgage rates and plans. Call one of our qualified loan officers to see what avenue is best for you! State Bank of Caledonia SERVICE YOU DESERVE FROM PEOPLE YOU TRUST Our experienced associates can assist you in choosing the right direction to secure your future. Slate Hank of Caledonia has woven itself into the fabric of its community and has been in existence since 1M4. ( ome see what a true community bunk has to offer. 627 East Main Street • Caledonia. 211 East Waler Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo. 3205 6Nth Street. SE • Dutton. 303 Arlington Street • Middleville. Ml Ml Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 6I6.N91 N||3 616..INI.7960 616 69M 6337 6l6.79S.336t �Page 4/The Sun and News. Mtddlevtfle Ml/June 18. 2002 Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads Reach over 11,000 area homes St. Paul youth, adults plan to do work camp A group of young people and adults from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Cale­ donia with take part in a week-long work camp mis­ sion to the residents of Montgomery. W.Va., July 14-20. The young people will participate in the Country Roads #1 Work Camp, spon­ sored by the Group Work­ camps of Loveland. Colo. pate in this work camp. Work camp participants pro Through their work, these vide their own expenses and transportation to the work young people and adults are camp. The young people and expected to gain a life­ understanding their adult leaders will repair changing and weatherize family about the hardships of homes for the elderly, low poverty in the country, and income and disabled people. feel good knowing they’ve Several hundred other helped make a family warm­ young people and their lead­ er and dner this winter. The ers from locations through­ work camp provides young out the United States and people an opportunity to Canada, representing many show their Christian faith by­ churches, will also partici­ working together to help others. Young people making this trip are Aubri Dash. John Collins. David Drake. Reb­ ekah Gless. Amy Louck. Whitney Moll. Jasmine Riva and Brian Schmidt. Adults making this tnp are Ed Gless. Todd Kunst. Greg Louck. Casey Roelfzema.Tammi Troost. David Ziehr. Feather Thompson. Aimee Weber. Carol Paalman and Yolando Tjemmes. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday Sch<x>l Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m 10 45 a m . . . 6 00 p.m Family Nighl 6 30 p m 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles fruAhtiicfe... ( 0 a M lit I I I t H II « t I a place to belong a place to become (non-tradrtional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 JO fc 11.00 a m Youth Mimvtry 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipcir. Worship leader Denns Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 FIRST BAPTIST CHIKCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute N Mewart. Senior Pastor Alan D Moody . As»L Pastor Douglas G. Beason Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Mewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer NW rd of Life Gubs 9.45 a m . 11O0 a m. 6 00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ..................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service ^^3 tEljc tEime yjDifletljolrist QLLmrcb 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.J 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east ofWhilneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a m. & 11:00 a.m. * 30 a m (Nursery and Child Care available throughout the morning Res Norman Kohns <616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891 -8669 / Fax 891 8648 www cakdonuumc org Community Church A Ptace for Eanuh A Fnends 6201 Whitney ville Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30am Sunday School for All Ages 1045 a m. Escntng Worship 6 00 p.m Pastor Roger Ruttman • Church Office: 868-0391 ww* lakoadeeommunity org Community of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Located in Lrighton Township Corner of 2nd Mret-t and 142nd Avenue 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvde Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 am Praise Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Fellow ship 7 30 p m Pastor Lloyd De former. Sr Church Ph. 868 6810 • Pastor s Ph 897 7407 (yam Cotnmundy Carnpui (»i fftenuAy jetvue —Lighting Up Lives for God- Lakeside Summer Sunday Worship Sen ices May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m Coffee Fellowship Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Mantr-g Worshp Middevfle Mornrg Worship Sunday School (Jr Hgh & Aduih) Nursery-Gode 5 Sr High - Sun Evening Jr. Hign - Grades M. Wed Evenrg 930 am llOOo.m 945 am 1100am 600400 pm 600 7 30 pm Rev Lee 7-achman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. Sunday 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to V me» June 23 - Guest Preacher M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery &. children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee Redeemer Covenant Church a CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Preaching the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10 00 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 WeM M 179 Highway (Chief Noondaj Road) Wayland. Ml 49348.795-7903 Worship Houn <HJ0anL and 10 30am Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m Currently meeting at: GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northuvst of Gun Luke) THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH ew Life 10 AM Sunday Morning Meeting you. y<mr friends, and your family - right where you 're al - through: SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 792-2889 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Sunday Schrxd 9 4S AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office S91-«6SS WWW iserv.net -stpaul "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 8:30 AM ll.OO AM 7G0 PM Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Church: (616) 795-2391 CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. AH Services have a Nurserg Available • Hamer Free Visit our web site www brightside org GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH + (Missouri Synod) YOU ARE INVITED Rev E Anthony Sikora CALEDONIA 10:00 a.m. 1115 a.m. 6:00 p.m St Paul Lutheran Church Comer of 54th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia _______________ 1 mile west of M-37 Sundn Wrang A30am Tradftnrul HOOaai Contemporary MmdnVhoul for Al Ago 945 am Sunday Esenmg Senwe 6 30 pm PtonrerCWb I-6 Sednrsdn 630 pm Prasrr Mertmg Mcdnrwin 6 30 pm Youth Wntstn - Sunday 6 30 p m in TOCVFSD • XOBKN tv® Wruat 891-8038 • e-mad ieigfit<M»*Merv net Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11.90 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hmuu Lake Avenue. Caiedonw 61669M001 ndameNAscry.net www redeemer, wenant erg 4 nmtotr of the tvangdicd Comotma Otothrs d Ammo (jfffruntd . Malt/uaA Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al 1616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www wgyfarercc org whitneyvillechurch Bible 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday§«rvi«Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Commuraon 2nd Sunday) ll.OO A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6.-00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 944-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hu»twick I'icTxc] 8546 Whrtneyvile Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 '‘The Church where everybody is tomebody .. and Jesus is lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Stray Schoo 930am Sunday Momng Worshp 1030am MeeTig at cnape* or ArirefWte Ave Sunday Evenng Wortfx) 600 p m Wed Mdweek Flayer 4 Boe Study 700 p m Sev T-xroi Sun. Pofor • <oh Basner Assoc Pastor Aec<.'e *Toe/yiet««org �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 5 Middleville Christian Reformed Church welcomes new pastor Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church welcomes new full-time Pastor Tom De Vries. De Vries was interim pas­ tor at the church, beginning in December 2001 until he accepted the full-time posi­ tion. He now lives with his family in the parsonage in Middleville. His wife, Yvonne, works as a registered nurse at the Breton Manor. They have two children in college and two in high school. “I love this area. I used to live on Green I>ake and of­ ten bicycled, motorcycled and fished in the area.” De Vries said. De Vries was born and raised in Western Michigan, but spent many years abroad on missions with his family. He graduated from Calvin Seminary with a master of worked in Sait Lake City for six years. The family accompanied him on a mission to the Southern Philippines for nine years. They returned to the United States in October 2001 and then came to the Middleville area. De Vries will have an in­ stallation ceremony at the church July 28. He has many goals, including to be “the friendly neighborhood church.” tor in Hillcrest Hudsonville, he began his mission work. He worked on a mission in Papua, New Guinea from 1983 to 1989, then De Vries 7 Missionary Jim Bowers, whose wife Roni and baby Charity were killed by the Peruvian air force, will be Annual strawberry breakfast held Pastor Tom De Vries will serve the community as the new pastor at the Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church. The basement of the historic Parmalee Methodist church was filled with straw­ berry aficionados on Wednesday, June 12. This annual breakfast can only happen with the assistance of many volunteers who bake, clean strawberries, clear and set tables and make everyone feel welcome. Missionary who lost ‘Fish wife, child to speak r 1 wife, Roni. Ooms to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Oom of Freeport celebrated their 40th anniversary on June 16, 2002. We would like to congratulate them and commemo­ rate this special day! Thomas and Laura Middaugh, Wayne and Kate Oom, David, Sarah and Andrew Oom. speak at the First Baptist Church of Middleville at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 23. Bowers and his wife, along with their son, Cory, and baby Charity, were fly­ ing to get a visa for the young baby when the plane was mistaken for a plane carrying drugs and was shot down by the Peruvian air force, killing both Roni and Charity and wounding the pilot. Bowers will tell how a miraculous story unfolded as the safety of him and Cory, along with the pilot, Kevin, and how God's grace and strength has sustained them through this terrible loss of wife and mother and baby. Jim will tell of God's sus­ taining strength and grace during these difficult days and answer questions that may come from the congre­ gation. The public is invited to this service at First Baptist Church, 5215 North M-37 Highway. Middleville. with Jesus’ at area church The Middleville United Methodist Church on Main Street in Middleville has ex­ citing plans for this year’s Vacation Bible School. Children from toddler through fifth grade are in­ vited to “Come fishing with Jesus” during the week of Honor roll, continued from page 3 Jenna Piets, Nick Reigler, Danielle Rosenberg, Kate Scheidel, Nate Sisson, Charlese Smith, Alecia Strumberger, Alexis Strzelecki, Kristin Tedrow, Jenna Teunessen, Colin Texter, Daniel Thomas, James Tobin, Me­ lanie Truer, Becky VanderWerp, Andi VanderWoude, Carter Whitney, Ni­ cole Ybema and Nathan Zoet. June 24 - 27. Bible School will be held from 9 a.m. until noon with early registration from 8 a.m. until 9 a.m. on Mon­ day, June 24 and Tuesday. June 25. Vacation Bible School this year includes stories, songs, crafts, games, snacks and lots of fun. For more in­ formation about Vacation Bible School activities call 795-9266. Tftornapple Floral tent<saijE<|I Clearance on all flats, hanging baskets, geraniums, combo planters Thornapple Floral M-37 at Middleville Marketplace Tent is open Monday to Friday 9-7, Saturday 9-4 795-333 I snuct snuci »nuci snuci gnuet «nuEt «nug Ifyou’re looking tor happiness here,you’re just scratching die surface. y Spa Pedicure! One Hour Relaxing, Soothing Spa for your enjoyment $55.00 OPI Nails Polish Full Size Bottle only $1.00 with Pedicure Service ($6.00 value!) Contempo Salon d fall AjcU’Ax conkunpnAjaJiy salon fob ths anfiAc family Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1095 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 908 W. Main St., Middleville 616-795-2391 • Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002 Contempo Salon offers new rainbow room in Caledonia those under 3 years old. a small car, dubbed Mason s Mobile, keeps little hands busy while the stylists per­ form their magic. Mom and dad can get their haircut while kids play or read books in the Rain­ bow Studio. Because the studio is a separate part of the salon, there’s no need for worry about little ones getting in the way of other patrons and stylists. A treasure chest or treat is offered with each child hair­ cut. Baby’s first haircut is free, along with a special memento from the salon. Also, the salon stocks spe­ cial children's hair products to purchase, such as sham­ This year’s recipient of the poo and detangler. by Paul C aledonia Education Assoc­ Mitchell. iation (CEA) $500 scholar­ Contempo Salon. Inc. ship is Tara Stanek, daughter originated in 1995. The sa­ of Mr. and Mrs. Rick Weidlon moved to their present enfeller and Mr. Andrew location, in the Caledonia Stanek and granddaughter of long time Caledonia music Village Centre, in Novem­ teacher Kenneth Stanek ber of 2000. To keep up (deceased). with the ever changing Tara plans to pursue the needs of busy parents, the study of psychology at Rainbow Kids Cutting Stu­ Western Michigan Univer­ dio was added approxi­ sity in the fall with a focus mately four months ago. on becoming a child life spe­ Contempo Salon is a full cialist. service business, complete Stanek has been interested Tara Stanek with men s hair cutting, hair for some time in working color specialists, acrylic and children who are being pre ­ with children and tutored gel nails, waxing, facials, two elementary students at pared for medical proce­ pedicures and manicures. Gladiola Elementary School dures. They also perform ear pierc­ While in high school, and one at Caledonia Ele ing, make-up applications. tncnlary this year. She said Stanek volunteered at the that when she heard the blood drive and at Carveth career speaker from DeVos Nursing Home. In addition, Children’s Hospital at the she worked with the high senior speaker forum talk school leadership class in about he job as a child life planting flowers for the specialist, she knew instant­ elderly in Caledonia and ly that it’s what she wants to found time to be a class offi­ Seveneteen area students do. She believes that she will cer throughout her high achieved placement on the enjoy the interaction with school career. spring semester honors list at Central Michigan Univer­ sity by earning at least a 3.5 DOUBLEWIDE FAIRMONT: 28X56 (1,568 SQ. FT.) grade point average on a 4.0 3 BDRM. 2 BATH WITH A 10X12 THREE SEASON scale. PORCH & A 12X14 WORKSHOP. ASKING $29,950 The students, grouped ac­ cording to their hometowns, were: Freshman Breanne J. Dutcher of Freeport; senior Features include stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, snack bar. separate laun Kathleen C. Hoag, junior dry room with a new washer & dryer, air conditioning unit, carefree win­ Kevin R. Schultz, sopho­ dows with all new drapes, cathedral ceilings, lighted ceiling fans, garden mores Ben A. Jones, Dan­ tub with separate shower, two walk-in ctosets. flsL* carpet and a bond ielle M. Quisenberry. Teri L. new roof This home is located on a beautifully landscaped lot at the end of a cul-de-sac. Caledonia schools Reason for selling moving out of Schondelmayer and Jill M. Stale Communin Dutton Mills Williams, and freshman Su­ ^Contart Jim or Ruth at -M21 Pvfcnan Cl SE. off Mkh St m Dutton sanne M. Peck, all of Mid­ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer There’s a new rainbow in Caledonia and it doesn’t even need to rain to see it The colored bands of the spectrum are located in the new Rainbow Kids Cutting Studio, located inside Contempo Salon. The salon and new kids cutting studio re­ side in the Caledonia Vil­ lage Centre. /W Nancy Kious and her daughter. Amy Speck, own­ ers of Contempo. are proud of the new addition. The Rainbow Kids Cutting Stu­ dio was designed with kids and their comfort in mind. Soft clouds, stars, butterflies and a brightly colored rain­ bow adorn the room. Special armchair boosters help those little bodies to be the right height for cutting. And for Tara Stanek wins CEA scholarship Mitch Kious, 5, enjoys playing in Mason s Mobile while getting his hair clipped by Ruth. Tracey is able to trim 8-year-old Carty Kious’ hair better because of the armchair boosters. (Capes aren’t being worn in the picture to give readers a bet­ ter view of the car and booster.) state-of-the-art tanning beds and professional massage therapists. The three mas­ sage therapists include one who specializes in the Tra­ ger Approach, developed by Dr. Milton Trager. He de­ voted his life to exploring the effects of gentle move­ ment on the nervous system, which he associated with the unconscious mind. Gift certificates are avail­ able. The salon is open Mon­ day through Thursday 9-8, Friday 9-7 and Saturday 9-4. For appointments or more In addition, the salon car­ ries professional products by Redken. Matrix. Back to Ba­ sics, TIGI, Graham Webb, California Tan Lotions. Australian Gold and OPI Nail Products. Laura Robertson, daugh­ ter of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Robertson. Caledonia, grad­ uated in May from Grand Rapids Baptist High School as valedictorian. She was also senior class president, a member of the student council and member of the National Honor Society. In her spare time, she was involved with the Student Leadership Development Forum at Calvary Church, volunteered with Mel Trotter Missions, and helped lead an outreach program at school. She also enjoyed partici­ pating in the school plays with drama productions for the last five years. Throughout her high school years she has worked in her father’s dental office. Robertson is looking for- CMU honors list includes 17 locals < FOR SALE BY OWNER movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ---- -- ————— . vhs/DVD movies movie outpoh & plaver I • Gaines & game system rental • Special Orders and previewed mo* ies & games for sale I • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets ! • VHS & Game Accessories . ! Rent One Movie or Game and |I get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit ptease Expires 6-30-02 Product Id SunAd Reservations on movies Weekly specials J Don *t Forget the Popcorn... dleville; seniors Kami L. Pentecost and Melissa L. Kline and junior Kimberly J. Fish, all of Alto; and senior Lindsay E. Horvath, juniors Molly R. Cryderman, An­ drea L. Huver and Heather M. Tudor, sophomore Kevin J. Longstreet and freshman Kathy L. Poll, all of Caledo­ nia. Freeport man earns degree at Berea Home-schooled graduate Nathaniel J. Castonguay of Freeport was one of 227 stu­ dents who received degrees from Berea College (Ky.) May 26 in Seabury Center. Morris Seligman Dees, co-founder and chief trial counsel for the southern Poverty Law Center gave the commencement address. Nathaniel is the son of James and Joy Castonguay of Freeport and received a bachelor of science in tech­ nology and industrial arts. information about the Rain­ bow Kids Cutting Studio, adult salon, products or other services, call Contempo Salon at 616-89|1093. Caledonia girl is GR Baptist valedictorian Laura Robertson ward to attending Calvin College where she received a Presidential Scholarship Award. She will probably major in accounting. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Great Local Service! Fast Claim Service! Great Middleville man on Hillsdale dean’s list Andrew Hillman, a junior economics major at Hills­ dale College, was named to the dean's list for the 2002 spring semester. Andrew is the son of Dennis and Vicki Hillman of Middleville and is a 1999 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. ThA | IIV Lynn Denton Agency 141441 a viiU 04 IWHMlICvIlIV HU. u-n. M«Mievui«. * 1*800443*5253 Hl N. Man St. Hashvilie. Ml 517*852*2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 7 "'Md Young Heroes help readers ‘dive in’ day. July 23. ‘•Just for Teens” the li­ brary will hold a special presentation on Thursday. July 25. at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore" has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore." a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores soon. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held Children show off their bug safari activities for vaca­ tion Bible school on a parade float. Kids can ‘catch the buzz’ at Peace Church Peace Reformed Church invites children to catch the buzz of Jesus’ love on a bug safari the week of June 2428. Peace Church is buzzing with excitement as they gear up to head out on a “VBeeS” bug safari. This program will provide fun, memorable Biblc-leaming activities for kids ages 5 through fifth grade. Each day kids will sing catchy songs, play teamwork building ames, nibble treats from Picnic Place, experience Bible adventures and create Bible­ point crafts that they will take home and play with all summer long. The kids will be studying David in the Bible and leam- •mg some of the Psalms he wrote. Each day will con­ clude with a festive “Firefly Finale” that gets everyone involved in celebrating what they’ve learned. Family members and friends are welcome to join the kids daily at 11:30 for the Firefly Finale. Peace Church hopes that bug safari will help the kids “catch the buzz’ about God’s love. Explorers will meet at Peace Church at M-37 and Cherry Valley Road each day from 9 a.m. until noon. Kids are encouraged to pre-regis­ ter by either calling the church at 891-8119 or by visiting the church’s web­ site, www.peachchurch.ee. nleusnve \Vhair designers ^^VNowopen late 1 VMONDAY, j WEDNESDAY, 1 s OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Ptut's Pizza) Call 795-771S For Your Appointment! Library heroes Sarah Laycock and Elena Gormley (just two of the more than 20 young volunteers) are already busy working to keep the summer reading club going smoothly at the Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary invites young patrons to “Dive into Reading.” The Library Heroes have been helping with registration, cutting out fish and assisting library staff. This year’s summer read­ ing club registration contin­ ues through June. All read­ ing counted for reading re­ wards must be completed by July 25. Readers can pick up a list of “Hot Books for Cool Summer Reading” which in­ cludes a bookmark to color. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The next story hour titled “You Count” will feature counting books and finger plays. Children are invited by storyteller Francey To­ bin, “Come for the story and stay for the craft.” Story hour begins at 10 a.m. There will be other story hours for the youngest read­ ers scheduled on Wednes­ days, July 3, July 10 and Call 945-9554 for classified ads. RNGRATMQ^J Catch the Buzz of Jesus’ Love at a VBeeS Bug Safari June 24-28 *•* * from 9 a.m.-noon The parents of the CHS Class of 2002 would like to WANK all of the following business owners and community members for their donations towards the Senior Class All Hight Party... Adams Plastics Amoco Amway Andrew T. McFadden Big O' Fish Bed, Bath 8r Beyond Bllmpies Blooms fit Buckets Blue Dragon Briarwood Golf Course Broadmoor Golf Course Caledonia American Legion Caledonia Athletic Boosters Caledonia Furniture Caledonia Homeopathic Center Caledonia Rent All CBI Cheddar's Restaurant Contempo Salon Country Town Floral Crystal Flash Design Line Hair Design Dutton General Store Ed's Body Shop Employment Traditions Eric D. Hanna pel D.D.S. Famous Flooring Fortune Chef Gordon Food Service HflrL Manufacturing Harder 8r Warner Hulst Cleaners Hungry Howie s Pizza Labolte Little Caesar's Pizza Maggie Sheehan Main Attraction Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home so proud ofyou! Dad, Morn & Clay** Pre-register ®jan£^ou To our TK Graduate I He loi>e you and are Ages 5 years old through §th grad*> July 17, all at 40 a.m. A special program from the Kalamazoo Nature Cen­ ter, featuring “Animal Champions” for all ages, will be held June 26 at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues- of2002 Chet Bohley Tuesday, July 30. with Jeni­ fer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family at 7 p.m. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25. reading club participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize draw ings. Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School at 3RR5 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. McDonald's Middle Villa Inn Monterey Grille Night Hawk Pampered Chef Precision Grind Professional Pharmacy Rainbow's End Right-n-TIght Rite Aid Sam's Joint Saskatoon Golf Club Skin Care Products Sky America Smith-Diamond Realty Solid impact Spartan Stores State Bank of Caledonia Steketee Turf Services, Inc. Steve and Barry's University Sportswear Sunsatlons Swlerenga Jewelers Taco Bell Target Taylor Supply The Crockery Corner The Hanna's Touch of Country Tyler Creek Golf Club Uccello's Valvollne Instant OH Change Village Stylist Weaver Construction. Inc. Wildwood Landscaping Yonker s Landscaping 99 Nalls Salon Dave Botwlski Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Gorgas Ron and Laura Hartley Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Hoag Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sweeney A special thanks to all parents who had a hand tn helping to make the Senior All Night Party a fun and safe experience for our graduates. The CHS 2002 Senior Plarty Steering Committee �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18, 2002 Local paint dealer holding his own by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Terry Muller, owner of Muller’s Paint and Paper, has been in business in the Caledonia area for six years, and has been as a Graham Paint Dealer. Muller wouldn’t have it any other way. “We’re an exclusive Gra­ ham dealer. We're very pleased with (the) Graham (line),” said Muller. “It’s still the only line we carry.” Though Muller’s is a one store, independent dealer, it’s been able to hold its own with the larger, multi-store dealers. It has been nation­ ally recognized twice in the painting industry through ar­ ticles in “The Paint Dealer." a retail paint trade magazine, once in 1999 and again this past February. Muller said he is espe­ cially pleased with one of the newer lines Graham has developed; a ceramic-based paint. “It’s a flat paint that washes like a dish,” he ex­ plained. “It’s made with (tiny) hard round ceramic beads instead of small hairs. There’s nothing to be vul­ nerable to a scrubbing.” Muller explained that when regular flat paint is wiped, the tiny ‘hairs’ in that type of paint are matted down and cause a shiny spot. With the beads, there’s nothing to flatten. “Our customers have been overjoyed with the mainteyou don’t see your stop and start marks. If you take all those into consideration, it’s been extremely popular.” Sixty-five percent of Mul­ Terry Muller, owner of ler's traffic is wholesale to Muller's Paint and Paper, painting contractors. Muller stands in front of a small thinks that’s because the portion of paint choices Graham Ceramic is proving offered by Graham Paint. to be a better quality paint. Muller's is an exclusive Contractors are willing to Graham dealer. nance. It's just been great,” he said. “So they can have a semi-gloss on. You don’t flat paint, the dry wall guy’s sec all your roller marks; happy, his job looks good, spend more money for qual­ the builder’s workmanship ity paint because they know looks its best. The home­ the homeowner then won’t owner, his job. the rolling application, it’s much more forgiving than trying to put a Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Nine local students on Hope College dean’s list Nine local students have been named to the dean’s list for the second semester at Hope College. They were seniors Dawn M. Dodge, Charles M. Kroll, Betsi S. Mulder and Tim Soper, sophomores Audra J. King and Julie A. VanKalker, and junior Jo­ seph VanEngen. all of Cale­ donia; senior Brian Hammer of Alto, and senior Hillary B. Stone of Middleville. To achieve placement on the dean’s list at Hope, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. This young man has his work cut out for him ... And so do we! Our straw­ berries survived the frosts and are ready for your bowl! U-pick available now —call for details! • Huge greenhouse sale (we're making deals). Everything! • Asparagus & local produce fust keep 'em coming, pal!' S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (616) 795-9758 HOURS. Mon.-Sat. 9am-8pm: Sun. 12 noon-Spm be calling back in a year dis­ appointed. But do-it-yourselfers need not despair; they can also find what they need at the store, located on Main Street in Caledonia. According to Muller, “do-it-yourself clin­ ics” are very well attended. Their goal isn’t to simply satisfy the customers' imme­ diate needs, they're also in­ terested in building cus­ tomer loyalty, so the cus­ tomer thinks of Mul’er’s when they need paint and wallpaper. His wife. Nettie, and sons Wesley, 15. and Taylor. 13. assist Muller, a Caledonia High School graduate, in his endeavors. Both children at­ tend Grand Rapids Baptist Schools. He also employs Arlene Cooper (sister-in-law). Phil Postema. Steve Zoet and Julia VanLaar. Muller’s mother Virginia “Ginny” also does their monthly con­ tractor billing. The Graham Company has been in business since 1855. They are a regional, instead of national, company based in Chicago. They carry a variety of coatings (paint) from apartment grade, homeowner level clear to industrial type paint. As previously mentioned. Muller’s Paint and Paper is able to hold its own along­ side Graham's other dealers. Graham runs trade promo­ tions and specials, more than one of which Muller and his family has been awarded. The family was able to travel to South Carolina by Muller drawing a dealer prize package out of 18 dealers during one of the promotions. Due to the volume of sales in 1999. Muller’s was also able to issue 11 painter vacations as one of the sales promotions. That was capped off by he and his wife traveling to Aruba for a state contest. Muller’s will be resuming its clinics starting early in the winter of 2003. Muller expresses his grati­ tude toward Caledonia; “We’re very appreciative of the community support.” For those interested in contacting the store, call 891-9171. Two CHS graduates win Hanson Scholarship Mike Jones and Tasha Verolme are this year’s win­ ners of the Helen Askey Hanson business scholar­ ships at Caledonia High School. Upon the passing the this past spring of Mrs. Hanson, former Caledonia High School business teacher, family, friends, and former students established a schol­ arship in her memory. This year $500 scholarships were presented to two CHS gradu­ ates who plan to pursue careers in the field of busi­ ness. In presenting the scholar­ ships. Ron Moag, Caledonia High School principal, said that Mrs. Hanson was an inspiration to her students and always encouraged them to reach high and accept nothing but the best effort from themselves. Many of her students went on to become entrepreneurs, ac­ counts, and court reporters, secretaries, and even a few followed her footsteps into business education. Mike Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Bloomstrom and Alan Jones, received one of the scholarships for his interest in and pursuit of an accounting career. Mike took Accounting I and II. as well as marketing and busi­ ness communications while at CHS. He said his stepfather is an accountant, which was his first introduction to the career, but was privileged to hear several CPAs talk about their careers, but was privi­ leged to hear several CPAs talk about their careers while he was enrolled in account­ ing classes. “They really helped me decide that accounting is the career I want to pursue. And I’ve found out that I’m pret­ ty good at accounting too,” he said. Jones will attend Grand Rapids Community College in the fall and plans to trans­ fer eventual ly to Western Michigan University to obtain his bachelor's degree in accounting. He enjoys running, cross country ski­ ing, and beach volleyball in. his spare time. Tasha Verolme is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Verolme. She wants to pursue a career as an event planner and will attend Grand Rapids Community College in the fall. She plans eventually to transfer to MSU or U of M to earn her bachelor’s degree in busi­ ness. Verolme stated that she enjoyed her business classes at CHS and has worked for Thomapple Pointe Golf Course where she has helped plan for special events, such as wedding receptions and golf outings. "I love the organization and detail work which event planning requires," she stat­ ed. While in high school, she was busy volunteering at Kettle Lake Elementary School as a tutor, helped build houses with Habitat for Humanity, and did two internships through the Community-As-School pro­ gram. She also participated in softball and volleyball at CHS. Engagements Caldwell-Carlson The engagement of Grace A. Caldwell of Sarasota, Fla and Michael R. Carlson of Sarasota, Fla. is announced. She is the daughter of Paul and Mary Odum of Bran­ don, Fla. He is the son of Roy and Sandi Carlson of Hastings Michigan. The bride-elect graduated in 1981 from Pine View High School and 1986 from the University of South Florida, Tampa. She is employed by METI and is a member of FPR A, Church of the Palms. The bridegroom-elect graduated in 1981 from Hastings High School and 1986 from Ball State Um versity. He is employed by Cardinal, Carlson and Part­ ners Architects and is a member of Faith Presbyter­ ian, AIA, Rebuild Sarasota, Florida Green Building Coalition. A June 30, 2002 wedding is planned. ARE PLANNING A QUAIJTY ! LIFESTYLE JUST FOR YOU : Garden Grove, an approved retirement community is coming soon »| at the comer of M-37 and 100th in Caledonia. This community u a *, blend of retirement apartments, assisted living apartments, retire !' ment condominiums, and a sfjopptng district all conveniently local I] ed near die Rails to Trails Pathway To better serve the communMy J] and our development efforts, we are conducting a market survey to J ] evaluate interest in each respective retirement unit Tliere is no JI obligation beyond this coUecuon of market data If you are interev J! ed tn receiving future mailings regarding this retirement communi j! ty, please indicate so in the appropriate box O Retirement Apartments □ Assisted Living Q Retirement Condominiums Name Street City Zip Phone CjUedoftU, Michigan 49316 �The Sixi and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 9 ‘Every Two Year Reunion' brings TK grads together Carveth Village marks third anniversary The fifth “Every Two Year" reunion has been scheduled for Thornapple Kellogg graduates, and any­ one who has attended Thor­ napple Kellogg High School of any graduating class is in­ vited to meet other grads Saturday. June 22. at the Middle Villa in Middleville. Social hour with a cash bar begins at 5 p.m. with a buffet dinner following at 6 p.m. Dinner includes tossed salad, Swiss steak, baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, stir-fry vegetable blend, rolls, coffee, tea and dessert. The cost is $16 per per­ son. For graduates who are golfers, an optional event has been scheduled. There will be a nine-hole scramble at Yankee Springs Golf Course Friday, lune 21. Everyone will gather for lunch at the Yankee Springs club house at 11:30 a.m., with the tee time to follow. To make dinner reserva- tions call Lois Seppanen at 616-868-6455. Information about the golf outing is available by calling Laura Hyde at 891-8760. Seppanen and Hyde are hoping to cut down on the cost of postage and would like to hear from those who would like to be removed from the mailing list for fu­ ture reunions. Call Hyde at 891-8760 or drop her a note at 466 South Shore Drive. Caledonia 49316 if a name should be removed. COMPREHENSIVE Some things are meant to be a certain way... VI Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles Usually when there are balloons at a party, they are small. But at Carveth Village in Middleville the celebration required a lot of hot air. Residents and visitors could take teth­ ered balloon rides during the celebration. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia. 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Ml/June 18. 2002 ‘Cinderella’ opens June 21 at Caledonia High School Rodgers and Kammerste­ in's “Cinderella” will be presented June 21, 22, 28 and 29, at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia High School Per­ forming Arts Center. The Caledonia Commu­ nity players, with the help of sponsor State Bank of Cale­ donia, will turn the Friday, June 28, performance into a “Night of Magic.” This year’s musical pro­ duction is directed by Steve VanderArk. “I think it is fair to say that Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella was my first exposure to musical theater," he says. “Magical things are hap­ pening and this wonderful and talented cast brings Cin­ derella to life.” He also says, “This is going to be a de­ lightful show.” Angela Kline brings a youthful freshness to her portrayal of Cinderella. Chris Knobloch is the dash­ ing prince. Mary Ann Heinen brings a humanity to the step mother while Loretta Agnew and Brenda VanderArk as Joy and Portia continue a theatrical tradition of really funny (over the top) per­ formances as the step sisters. The wise king is Paul Brouwers with Sherri Filson as his Queen. Mimi Russell scatters magic dust as the godmother. Herald Rob Karel has the difficult task of trying to force the glass W iKiWJTS W rwww* ' Stop in for great weekly < SPECIALS! slipper onto the step sisters “oh so big” feet. Color and life are given to this production by towns­ people and servants played by Rayna Bos, Faye DeY­ oung. Amy Hooyer, Tim Hooyer. Emily Jacobson. Keagan Rushmore, Ganelle Schedbauer, Gwendolyn Sheehan. Holly Van Laan, Krystal Varney, and Mike Vaughn. Dancing across the stage are Caitlyn Boot, Samantha Nemecek, Pete Oudbier, Justin Pitt. John Scranton and Katie VanderArk. Jeffrey Agnew, Audrey Filson, Jamie Hooyer, Emily Martinez. Christopher Van­ der Ark and Calli and Lind­ sey Woodcock put special effort into their roles as chil­ dren in a time of magic. Reserved seating tickets for Cinderella are $8 for adults and $5 for children. They may be purchased at the Caledonia Community Education Office or by call­ ing 891-8117. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. HOURS: 9:00 6:00 M-F 9:00 5:00 SAT. k Knott’s Greenhouse J Bg BMwX 3422 - 76th Street S E , Caledonia, Ml 49316 GUttway hrrwrrn M V A Katonuno Avr ) 698-8221 Newest Citizen BOY, Nathan Joshua bom on April 15 to Joshua and Charlyne Thomas of Mid­ dleville. Nathan weighed 2 lbs. 11 ozs. and was 15 inch­ es long. The proud grandpar­ ents are David and Ruby Thomas of Hastings and Anita Janose of Middleville. Spa ^Rodtj Pt QHh Ca/te 1 Summer Special! Limited time—one week only! ONLY HANDS & FEET 45 RETREAT! This incredible dual-package offers a luxurious spa-pedicure with a FREE mini-manicure that will leave your hands and feet looking and feeling great! 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Clare and Genevra met in Middleville, Michigan where they graduated from Thomapple Kellogg High School in 1935. After mar­ rying in 1938, they have five children: Pauline Anne. Kathleen Marie. Bonnie Lu. Charles Arthur and Donna Claire. Nothing made Genevra prouder than her family. She was dedicated and supportive to her chil­ dren and their offspring. A true prayer warrior, she had tremendous faith in God and passed that faith on to her children. Singing was one of her passions. Genevra sang bass in the Grand Rapids Chapter of Sweet Adelines for nearly 30 years. She also loved singing in the choir at the Caledonia United Methodist Church where she was an active member. Her fellow tenors will miss her. An expert seamstress in her day, Genevra lovingly sewed many outfits and dresses for her daughters including wedding gowns. She was an avid crossword puzzle worker, book reader and old movie buff. Her fondness for baking cookies was evident in the many tins she kept filled and ready for sampling by family and friends. She also enjoyed giving her home baked cookies away and was called the cookie lady by some. Genevra took pleasure in bantering with her sons-inlaw Gordon Briggs and Larry Lanning and thought highly of her favorite (and only) daughter-in-law. Laurel Schantz. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: David Gordon and Vicki Briggs. William Blair and Ann Briggs. Randall Blake and Susan Darman. Kevin John and Kathleen Darman. Robert Phillip Tape. Christopher Ryan and Penny Tape. Jonathon Michael and lantha Buschbacher. Matthew Randall Buschbacher. Karl William. Claire Laurel and Sarah Elizabeth Schantz and Erica Genevra Lanning. Also sur­ viving are her 12 great- grandchildren, sister-in-law Edna Wood, nieces and nephews. many. many friends and her little princess. Buffy (the dog). A celebration of Genevra*s life will take place on Saturday. June 22. 2002 at 1:00 o’clock PM at the Caledonia United Methodist Church with Rev. Norman Kohns presiding. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. In lieu of flowers, Genevra preferred memorial contributions be sent to the Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine Street. Caledonia. MI 49316. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Faye Wiley EAST LANSING - Faye Wiley. 91, died peacefully May 4. 2002, at Burham Hills Retirement Community in East Lansing. She was bom Jan. 22, 1911, in Pawnee. Nebraska, the youngest child of Herbert and Bertha (Wing) Auble. She graduated from Caledonia (Michigan) High School in 1928 and Michigan State University of 1932, taught briefly in Escanaba, Michigan, and married Edgar H. Wiley in 1934. She was a long-time resi­ dent of Kent County and later Okemos, Faye was active in Edgewood United Church and several civic organizations. She was preceded in death by three siblings, her hus­ band of 59 years, and an infant daughter, Susan. Surviving are daughters, Doris (Terry) Sleeman and Alice Litchfield (and com­ panion Larry Reynolds); son. James (Susan) Wiley; grandchildren. Scott Littlefield, Michael Milanowski. Timothy Sleeman. and Nicholas Wiley; and four great grand children. A memorial service will be held June 21 at 11 a.m. at Edgewood United Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to Edgewood United Church. 469 N. Hagadorn Rd, East Lansing. Ml 48823. Stephanie Marie Swadner Stephanie Marie Swadner. infant daughter of Todd Swadner and Kim Oaks went to be with Jesus on the day of her birth, Sunday, June 9, 2002. She is survived by her brother, Joshua and sisters. Ashley, Jessica, and Megan; her grandparents, Rog and Sharon Swadner, Gordon and Eunice Gilman, Arlene Oaks; her great-grandpar­ ents, Vera Swadner, Glen and Shirley Goerke, Millard and Lena gilman; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services for Stephanie were held Thursday, June 13, 2002 at the Matthyssc-Kuiper-DcGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St. Arrangements were made by Matthyssc-Kuiper-DcGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to conte in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients PROFESSIONAL SERVICES- Manage TWnpr W Sm MMuge MatMih Muugr Red Meat Smu rtgh Presswe l«»i rtifaal Na& ’ Tbrewr French Maacurt Spa Pedkwv Tadd Uawg Tar PM -FLU-DAY SPA PACKAGESc * South Side Plaza—South M-37 300 Meadow Run, Suite A. Hastings, Ml 49058 616-948-0083_______ HOURS: Mon.Tri. 10-7; Sat 104 K New evening flours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �Tb« Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 11 POLICE BEAT Alto woman faces check fraud charges An Alto woman who ad­ mitted to defrauding the Na­ tional Bank of Hastings out of more than $10,000 using bad checks to make false de­ posits into her business ac­ count is facing multiple for­ gery and uttering and pub­ lishing charges which could land her in prison for at least 14 years. Della Maria Gould, 46. was arrested by the Hastings City Police Department June 6 on seven counts of writing checks with non-sufficient funds over $500. She was arrested again on June 7 on Police investigating car wash break-in Barry County Sheriff’s deputies were called Wednesday to investigate a reported burglary at a car wash in the 300 block of Ar­ lington Street in Mid­ dleville. According Io a prelimi­ nary report, the break-in was reported to Barry County Central Dispatch at 8:19 a.m. June 5. Middleville officers also investigated a traffic stop on East Main and Grand Rapids streets which led to the ar­ rest of an 18-ycar-old Mid­ dleville man for being a mi­ nor in possession of alcohol or drugs, second offense. Shortly thereafter, the same officers investigated a report from a 12-ycar-old boy that his mother’s boy­ friend was choking him and Car stereo stolen in Middleville A resident in the 400 block of Lincoln Street in Middleville reported finding the dash of her car pried open and her car stereo missing Saturday, according to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Troopers said the car was parked in an apartment com­ plex and was left unlocked prior to the theft. The missing compact disk player is valued al $350. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun i News ACTION-Ad & reach over 11,000 area homes! striking him with a flyswat­ ter in the 200 block of Robin road. Early the next morning, police were called to investi­ gate a report that a woman had stolen 15 hanging flower baskets from the Wright Stop convenience store in the 400 block of Briarwood. Man injured in jet ski accident A 15-year-old Middleville boy was hurt Monday after he flew from a jet ski and was run over by a pontoon boat driven by a 15-year-old friend from Beaver Dam. Ky.. on Gun Lake. Michigan State Police the forgery and uttering and publishing charges, said Det. Tom Pennock. Pennock said the inci­ dents began when Gould opened a business account in April of this year with cash and later deposited seven bad checks from closed accounts at other banks. “They gave her checks when she opened the ac­ count and got money out be­ fore the other checks could clear.” said Pennock. “She wrote the (new) checks to the bank for cash.” The scheme spanned a two-week period, he said. Gould was arraigned on the charges last week and a $7,500 bond was set and posted. She is free awaiting a June 26 pre-exam hearing in Barry County District Court. said Samuel James was us­ dra Larsen. ing the jet ski to jump the James suffered a gash to wakes created by the pon­ his leg in the 4 p.m. inci­ toon boat when the mishap dent. He was treated at Pen­ occurred. nock Hospital and released. “He jumped a wake, fell No citations were issued. off and the boat turned and hit him.” said Trooper San­ Why do all the work when we can do it for you? jKea2oivs 'Raitiiement (Jiiiage 1821 N. East St.. Hastings. MI 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community * Now Taking Reservations ★ Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted living services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. 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(M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891 -9000 FAX 616/891 -9025 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville MVJune 18, 2002 Co-location at Whitneyville tower delayed by Ruth Zachary Sta/f Writer Verizon Wireless asked the Caledonia Planning Commission June 3 to co-locate an antennae on the Cen­ tury Cellunet tower and add equipment to the compound, but the request was tabled until several conditions could be met. Verizon, represented by Claudine Antoun, was ask­ ing to put its equipment shelter in front of the exist­ ing one, and a generator be­ hind the building at 6417 Whitneyville Ave. Citizen Tom Apo I com­ mented that with so many utility buildings, the towers began to look like "Hoochieville." He said some service providers can get by with a 2x 3 foot box and wondered why such large compounds were needed. He pleaded with commissioners. 4"We gotta do something different.*' Antoun replied that some carriers have different equipment, and theirs used both Analog and Digital equipment, which use more space. She said Nextcl, Sprint, AT&T, Century Tel or Verizon all needed shel­ ters of around 11x26 feet and 12 feet high. Planning commissioners asked the shelter be placed within the 60x80 foot fenced compound area. Originally Century Cellnet had agreed that four us­ ers could co-locate on the 180-foot tower within the fenced area. The fencing and equipment buildings were to be screened with landscap­ ing, but had been inade­ quately provided, according to neighbor Mary Cristyl. who asked for assurance that this be attended to this time around. She asked for sixfoot trees to be planted and that generators and struc­ tures be placed toward the back. One neighbor thought as much as two to four acres was being used by the tower. Also, lighting was origi­ nally to be limited, but a 150 watt light had been left at all times, and was very bright. Commissioner Wally Bujak said the lighting fixture should assure the light did not trespass over the prop­ erty line. The neighborhood does not have street lights. He thought a light switch could make it possible to turn the light off when not in use. Tom Garbow. developer of Prairicview, next to the tower, said the service was needed, but "in the big pic­ ture. the fewer such areas, the better." achieved by co­ location. He said he would THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. like to have the Planning Commission keep the shel­ ters inside the fenced area and to see screening around it to minimize impact on residents. Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier said screening was needed on all four sides of the compound, to screen the tower from future develop­ ment as well as the present one. Antoun assured the com­ mission landscaping would be installed to screen the fenced area, either by Cen­ tury or by Nextel. Another concern over continued maintenance of the landscaping was men­ tioned. Apparently earlier promises were made for landscaping, but had not been honored. Resident John Stout asked how the com­ mission could make sure and hold people to such promises. Another mainte­ nance issue was over the en­ trance to the compound. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said when this was prom­ ised, it was not fair to resi­ dents to neglect the area. One way to assure compli­ ance was to ask for guaran­ teed landscaping mainte­ nance, plans for shelters and generators inside the fenced area, and lower wattage lights in advance. Commissioner Ric Parent pointed out that the plan de­ scribed did not match the ac­ tual drawings being pro­ vided by Nextel, and would add 41 feet to the area across the back, but it looked like there was room inside the enclosure. The plan was not accurate, and there needed to be a notor­ ized statement or contract between the tower owner and the co-user showing agreement with the plan. Antoun said the intent had been to place the shelter in­ side the compound. Parent said he would like to see an exact explanation for the need for the larger shelter. He said in view of the inaccurate plan, it would be reasonable to require an Thornapple Trail to be paved through Caledonia this season by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Development Manager Wayne Segar of the Kent County Parks Department told the Village Council last week that paving the Thor­ napple Trail (’’Rail Trail”)through Caledonia will be done this year. Paving will begin south of 68th and Hammond, con­ tinue to the intersection of Patterson, then down to the Caledonia Public Schools property. The Parks Depart­ ment will work with the schools on the portion of the rail corridor down to Cale­ donia's Main Street. No trail will be desig­ nated past the grain elevator, Segar said, though trail users are expected to follow Kin­ sey street on one side or the other, and then on the east side until past the Maple Street intersection. This CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Notice of Regular Meeting For scholarship and chantable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com MEETING-NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. June 19, 2002, at The Eagle Feathers PTO would like to thank everyone who helped and attended the Emmons Lake Spring Carnival. We would like to thank the following area businesses for their donations of goods to our Spring Carnival. Thank you! It was a great success. Triangle Productions Cherry Valley Greenhouse Doug and Jenny Kuck Studio Salon Fortune Chef Naked Plates Public Museum of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Children's Museum Big O' Fish House Contempo Salon Our Dollar Store Main Attraction Cookies by Design Seif and Sons Che* rolel Caledonia Farmers Elevator Marilyn Bruekman Hungry Howie's Pizza Essential Bean Jansher Clothing Boutique Wildwood landscaping Mom's Bakery and Deli [Eavenport Ini versit) Rogers Department Store Turn of the Wrench Hulst Drydeaners Heidi Christine’s Salon RafTadla’s by Pagano’s Expresscare Knott's Greenhouse Bare Bisque Jan Sander Wall Ada Ixiwdi 5 Theater Blooms and Buckets 68th Street Grill and Pizzeria Legacy for a Lifetime King's Room Dutton General Sunsations Wyndean Kennels Midler's Paint and Paper Dollar Does It Movie Outpost Craig's Cruisers Rosita's Touch of Country Frederick Meijer Gardens Rainbow's End Caledonia Great Lakes Car Wash Dan Otten Fixe Star Real Estate affidavit from the owner should be put in before per­ showing all the features mitting any more co-users of asked for were in the agree­ the tower. ment. Parent asked that ma­ Township Manager Plan­ terials used in the shelter be ner Dave Zylstra said the the same as in the previous Planning Commission could building. ask for the screening, and Antoun asked for condi­ could table this until pro­ tional approval, but there vided. He said the plan have been repeated failures should show the correct de­ to provide promised features scriptions. placement, trees by various applicants, in­ of eight to 10 feet tall to cluding the landscaping for screen the area, and should this tower. Commissioner deal with the lighting prob­ Gunnink said the screening lems. the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the June 5th meeting B Correspondence Not requinng Board Action C Approval io Pay Bits D. Treasurer s Report E. Budding Department Re­ port F Ordinance 1st Reading Cherry Valley Woods & Cherry Valley Meadows PUD 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A utilities Report 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A Audnors Report B. Merfecai Reimbursement Report From Base C. Resolution to Approve Summer Special Assessment 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12- PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT would avoid trees and a drainage area along Kinsey. A fiber optic line along the railway through Caledo­ nia has an easement that must be respected. In some places the line is only inches deep, so asphalt paving will be planned to be above the surface, The paving will be 10 feet wide with two feet of gravel on each side, Segar said. Continued maintenance will be carried out by the Kent Trails Department through a variety of means, plus through long term capi­ tal improvements. It is ex­ pected that local jurisdic­ tions will contribute to a maintenance fund. Segar said. Village officials have run into conflicts over use of the Kent County Park within village limits and arc suspi­ cious of being assessed fu­ ture costs for which they never agreed to. See trails, page 15 Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL MAY 28, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg The min­ utes of the May 14, 2002 meet­ ing were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as written Mr Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved the invoices dated May 23, 2002 in the amount of $175,775 64 on a motion made by Mr Putlen and supported by Mr Bray 2 Agreed to name the new street St James Circle on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Pullen 3 Approved the low bid from Buist Electric in the amount of $33,000 for electrical work in Stagecoach Park/Street/Parking Lot project on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Supported the recommen­ dation of the Planning Commission to deny the request by William Crisher to rezone 218 W Main Street from R-2 to R-3 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5. Adjourned the meeting at 8:09 PM on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Fnday J SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES GENERAL LABOR ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives and teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$$ Days and Nights Available Need for July, August & September CALL 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa. MI E.O.E. ■" �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/June 18, 2002/Page 15 Glen Valley’s 4th phase wins conditional approval by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village offi­ cials 'gave conditional ap­ proval June 10 to the con­ struction of Phase 4 of the Glen Valley residential de­ velopment. There is a letter of credit, which Neil Sharp of Exxel Engineering said set aside 120 percent of the cost of the project construction, in­ cluding sewer and grading. The area includes Letner Drive accessed off Glen­ garry Drive, which is reached from Cherry Vallcy/M-37. The action essentially gives final plat approval to the project, expected to be completed in two months, but the bond would continue until December, Sharp said. The village and the Kent County Drain Commission would be co-beneficiaries of the bond. Some elements of the de­ sign plans and construction were accepted with skepti­ cism. Village Trustee Dan Erskine wanted reassurance over the completion of land­ scaping between the com­ mercial area and the residen­ tial development in Glen Valley. Sharp said hard­ wood trees in the area should be preserved in that area, with additional ever­ greens planted between them for better screening, by fall. Penfold said if the right evergreen trees were stag­ gered. a suitable screening barrier could be created in four years. The developer is to submit a plan which vil­ lage officials can approve. Penfold wanted to see a screening plan. Sharp said the letter of credit does not cover land­ scaping. but does cover 100 percent of all construction, grading, restoration of any disturbed land, public water and sewer, public utility mechanisms, and everything within the boundary of that development. This means $416,000 is the full amount available to the village until CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Summary of Minutes of Regular Meeting June 10, 2002 Call to Order at 7 05 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Biertein. Erskine. Oaks. Penfold. Unger, Zandstra Audy, & Ayers Absent: None Consideration of meeting agenda: Public Hearing Opened at 7:06 A Resolution R02-019 Estab­ lishing Fiscal Year 2002 2003 Budget A Village Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for 2002-2003 All Ayes, motion earned B Resolution R02-020 Establishing Compensa tion tor Village Officers & Employees for Fiscal year 2002-2003 (July 1, 2002June 30. 2003). All Ayes, motion carried Public Hearing Closed at 7:12 Approval of Consent Agenda: All Ayes, motion car­ ried. Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report The Township has agreed to give $750.00 to the 4th of July Celebration. Village Manager Report: Discussion on a replacement truck for the 1986 Chevy 1 ton Ayers informed the Council that a new truck should be around $30 000 The Council decided to look for a used truck for the next 90 days If a used truck cannot be located we will ask for bids for a new truck Village President Report: Unfinished Business: Naming new streets-will go in the July Village Newsletter New Business: A Wayne Seger. Kent County Parks, presented a Paul Henry Trail update for the Council with a map show­ ing the path of the trail through the Village B. Neil Sharpe, with Excel Engineering, presented the plat map for Final Approval for Glen Valley Estates #4 He addressed the Council and answered questions regarding the Plat. Motion was made by Zandstra, supported by Biertein, to approve Final Plat contin­ gent upon an approved landscape plan submitted to the Village for their approval. All Ayes, motion carried. ‘PAID-ON-CALL FIREFIGHTER’ The Charter Township of Caledonia is accept­ ing applications for this position from qualified per­ sons, through June 25, 2002, at 4:00 p.m. Persons functioning in this position participate in extinguishing and/or controlling fires by using var­ ious methods and agents. With emphasis on life saving, they enter burning buildings to rescue trapped or confused individuals. They may provide first aid as circumstances dictate. They function as a ‘First Responder’ when responding to calls for emergency medical assistance and extncation Applicants for the position must possess a high school diploma, or equivalent, and a valid Michigan motor vehicle operation license with less than six (6) points Applicants must fiave the abili­ ty to complete the State of Michigan certification as a Fire Fighter 2 and the Michigan Medical First Responder course within two (2) years of employ­ ment. A standard payment rate is paid per can A full job descnption and required application form are available by contacting the Township Clerk at 616.891 0070 Completed applies: s should be submitted to David M Zylstra, Township Manager Charter Township of Caledor a, 250 Maple Street, P.O. Box 288, Caledonia, Mi 49316-0288. 301 C R02-011 Resolution to Designate Village Manager or President as the authonzed Administrator for the CDBG-7/1/02-6/30/03 All Ayes, motion carried. D R02-012 Resolution to Reappoint Clerk-Sandra Ayers Ail Ayes, motion earned E R02-013 Resolution to Reappoint TreasurerDanise Regan All Ayes, motion earned F R-02-014 Resolution to appoint Members of the Village Planning Commis­ sion Tabled to July Meeting G R02-015 Resolution to appoint Members of the Village Zoning Board of Appeals. All Ayes, motion carried H. R02-016 Resolution to appoint Members of the Village Construction Board of Appeals All Ayes, motion earned I R02-017 Resolution for annual appointments. All Ayes, motion carried. J R02-018 Resolution to establish the reimburse­ ment rates for fiscal year 2002-2003 All Ayes, motion earned K. Barking Dog OrdinanceDiscussion on ways to help citizens with controlling barking dogs and loose dogs Mrs Jandahl informed the Council of a couple of large dogs that live next door to her that are very intimidating to her family and she was quite worned about the type of fence that is supposed to restrain the dogs she indi­ cated that the fence was not constructed in the best interest of the neighbor­ hood. and might not keep the dogs restrained to their own yard. Also, questions were raised regarding lia­ bility issues w<th dogs and who ts responsible L Donation of $750 00 for the 4th of July Ceiepration. all Ayes, mutton earned M Fireworks Display Permrtwas approved for signa­ ture Public Comments Extend­ ed: Michael Mavrgka addressed the Council regarding the Amentech Bkig Mr Mavigfia lives next door to the Dmldtng and informed us th® me A/C tans a«e much Outter man the Engineers “iad to«d nen they would be whan cor struetton was completed Amerrtecb «s pianang to de a decsoe wt tor noise war*' me next two weeks. Council Comment*: 4th of July Committee writ meet again on June 19m 700 PM at tne VWageTownsmp Hal. Adjournment 8:00 PM. Respecrrmr, suommed by Sandia Ayers O®* Dec. 1, enough to cover the cost of any landscaping, he said. Erskine said the three commercial lots adjoining the residential lots are planned to have a 10-foot berm and 20-foot walls, an imposing view, which many residents did not know would be there. He stressed the screening needed to be attended to now, to be effec­ tive for the people who would live there. One commercial building had gone up with no land­ scaping. he said. The build­ ing orientation had been changed, increasing the problems. A different developer will construct the other commer­ cial buildings, but since vil­ lage officials did not even have his name, they wanted more assurance about issues such as drainage, because previous drainage problems also had occurred. Penfold said the previous plans and construction were inadequate. He said the de­ veloper often meets the specifications, but officials are not equipped to recog­ nize when they are not good enough. He said there were "builders who should be banned from building in the village limits." Other problems in Glen Valley were mentioned. Cul-de-sacs are not large enough. The streets should provide better access to the lots at the end, and street construction standards are inadequate. Dan Erskine said. The standards, once thought sufficient have changed, since originally planned, at the county level. Asphalt, once 1 3/4 inch thick must be three inches. The County Drain Commis­ sioner also has stricter stan­ dards. Future construction may be held to higher standards, but what can be done to remedy phases built in the past is not certain. Sharp suggested the vil­ lage could refuse to issue occupancy permits until the landscaping is put in. but this penalizes the person who bought the home. Trustee Wendy Zandstra said the village could re­ quire the landscaping plan be submitted before approv­ ing the letter of credit, and giving Phase 4 approval. Sharp asked for condi­ tional approval, contingent upon approval of the land­ scape plan by the village. Fi­ nally this was acceptable to the council, and it was agreed the developer would send the plans to Village Manager Sandra Ayers, who would review the plan with others. Trails, continued from page 14 Segar said different parts of the trail fall in different jurisdictions, and that it was "tough to have an equation which works over future years as a regional facility." He said the village has the option of not participating, however. There is no cost per mile or per foot that can be calculated. Village officials have been requesting a commu­ nity development block grant (CDBG), with the in­ tention of putting in a guard rail or a sidewalk to where the trail rejoins the elevated rail road bed, for safety en­ hancement, Village Manager Sandra Ayers said. At some point south of Maple, the trail will be paved as far as ICXJth Street, where it will terminate for the time being. The plan is to complete the paving this year down to 10(Xh Street. The Parks De­ partment does not want to go farther than that, as this could encourage trail users to try to cross M-37, either at the 100th Street intersec­ tion or at the end of Kinsey at M-37, which is very dan­ gerous. Eventually, if a signal light were installed at 100th Street, to facilitate crossing, the rail trail could be paved to the County line, and the corridor eventually would continue through Thornap­ ple Township. After a planned development. Gar­ den Grove, is constructed on the south cast corner of the intersection, it is hoped that MDOT will agree to the need for the signal there The Parks Department will not encourage continu ing the trail until that hap pens. Cost for an overpass is prohibitive, at around $700,000. HIRE THIS TEAM TO RE-DO YOUR BATHROOM •Easy Upkeep -Affordable CALL 530-1700 for more information. —Complete Acrylic Tubs gfotjfc 1733 Century SW, Grand Rapids Visit Our Showroom 3£ www.completexteriors.com MSi a drvtson of Complete Extenors inc �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville Mt/June 18. 2002 New equipment, levy language discussed it Yankee Springs by Patricia Johns • Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board Thursday night approved purchase of a new tanker, pumper and brush truck for the Yankee Springs fire barn. The vehicles will be pur­ chased from Spencer Manu­ facturing in South Haven at a total cost of $495,703, which includes a $5,250 fleet discount. Spencer will also be warranty holder for all the components of the vehicles. Yankee Springs will pay for these vehicles using funds raised through the township’s designated mil­ lage, which is now in its third and final year. TTES chief Mark Marcntette and a committee of Don Clinton, Kent Schaffer, Kevin Neeley. Scott Belka. Rod Preslcr, Jeff Hernandez and Dave Kenyon pre­ screened the bids for vehi­ cles. Committee members brought years of experience in both fire fighting and res­ cue work and equipment re­ pair to bear when they met with manufacturers. Marentette told the board mem­ bers, “we feel we have achieved the best results.” By the end of the year all three vehicles should be in their home at the fire station. An added benefit to hav­ ing the equipment built by Spencer is that trustees and committee members can in­ spect it during the process. The board also reviewed a copy of ballot language, which once approved, will be on the ballot in tbe Nov. 5 general election. A new one mill levy would cover both operating expenses for the township and begin to provide a fund for the re­ placement of equipment pur­ chased with the special equipment levy that will end with the 2003 tax year. A newsletter detailing the rescinding of the existing half mill for fire operating expenses if the new levy is passed is being written. The board members will vote on the levy language at their July 11 meeting. The board approved in­ stallation of a gravel drive and parking lot for the new Yankee Springs Township Park. Park committee chair­ man Ray Page discussed some of the proposed uses of the park, including a walking path. The GFWCGun Lake area also will work with the committee to contribute play equipment to the park. The park committee is continuing the grant pro­ posal process. Page said vol­ unteers are still needed. Anyone wishing to volun­ teer can attend the next park meeting Monday, July 8, at 7 p.m. in the township hall. The board reviewed the budget for the fiscal 20022003 year. There are some changes still to be made to the document. It will have final approval at a meeting Used truck to be sought by Village of Caledonia by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Village of Caledonia is planning to purchase a different utility truck. Preliminary checking for various features resulted in locating a new 2002 truck at $28,500 with a box on it. The truck eventually to be chosen will need a plow and leaf box. Though the village has set aside $30,000 for such equipment, President Daryl Penfold said he would like Manager Sandy Ayers to continue shopping around on used trucks. Perhaps the village could find a vehicle for less. Anyone with a used oneton truck with four wheel drive, automatic transmis­ Affordable Lawn Care Providing over 14 years of professional experience! For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 •r email: atferdakle lawncire'hoimailcim sion, a plow and leaf box for sale is invited to call Ayers at 891-9384. If no used truck is found within three months, then the village could solicit bids on new trucks. Even if or­ dered now, it would come in after the next fiscal year be­ gins. A truck would be needed by fall. In other discussion, new street names for the streets in the commercial sections near M-37 are still being re­ quested. So far no village residents have suggested names. President Daryl Penfold said he would like the street previously named Lake Em­ mons Drive Pvt. to be named 92nd Street, and an­ other street to be called "Buffalo Bill." The village will call for name suggestions again, via the village newsletter. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street » Middleville^ at 7 p.m. Tuesday. June 25, in the township hall. Supervisor Al McCrumb said he will contact the Alle­ gan County Road Commis­ sion to learn why the provi­ sion of shoulders along Pat­ terson Road is estimated to cost up to $5,000 more than the figure the township was given and approved earlier this year. The Yankee Springs board voted to pay $12,500 to pay for the shoulders within the town­ ship. The board will meet in special session June 25 to approve the budget. The next regular meeting is Thursday, July 11, at 7 p.m. The trustees denied an ex­ tension for Kimberly Bas­ tion to leave a shed in the right of way. Bastion had been told by the court two years previously that she had to remove the shed by June 1. 2002. The shed is being used to store furnish­ ings while she is building a house. Thornapple Township reviews personnel policies by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Following extensive dis­ cussion, the Thornapple Township Board has de­ cided to continue work to create consistent personnel policies for township em­ ployees. Supervisor Don Boysen also has sugges.ed revisiting open hours for the township offices, which originally were set for fewer than 30 hours a week. The personnel committee still is wrestling with issues over what is “part-time.” va­ cation and sick leave, holi­ day pay and whether em­ ployees in township offices are different from employ­ ees with Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services. The township is changing Internet service providers from CoreCom, the current vendor, to the Merit Net­ work. The township would have been required to pay for one installation to Merit and decided to replace the current provider and go to Merit for all the township’s Internet services. The township is seeking bids to replace and install pillars at the Mount Hope Cemetery. Thornapple also will go for bids for resurfac­ ing a road at the cemetery. Board members discussed the purchase of a new ambu­ lance for LI ES and referred the issue to the emergency services committee for more discussion. The emergency services committee also will consider purchase of a new rescue vehicle for TTES. In other emergency serv­ ices information, four re­ cruits have been accepted and should begin, following medical examinations, on Aug. 1. A picnic to thank TTES staff, volunteers and fami­ lies is scheduled for Satur­ day. June 29, at Spring Park from 3 p.m. until dark. Boy- sen said. “This is a small gesture of appreciation. We have been trying to think of a way to do this since the events of Sept. 11." The next regular meeting of the Thornapple Township Board will be at 7 p.m. Monday. July 8. Incumbent, newcomer win Caledonia school board races by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Incumbent Bernie Nagel was re-elected June 10 to one of the seats on the Cale­ donia Board of Education with 496 votes and new­ comer Ken Yonker won the other position with 506. In the Thornapple Kel­ logg school election. Board Secretary Kim Seileck and President Dave Smith were re-elected with 86 and 83 votes, respectively. Only 6 percent of the reg­ istered voters (11,726) in Caledonia showed up at the polls to cast their ballots for the two, four-year term seats on the Caledonia Board of Education. One of Nagel’s top issues has been the budget. He is concerned about theever-increasing costs of educating students and hiring good teachers while locked in by Proposal A. He also wants Caledonia to stay in line with educational changes. “We need to look at how we are going to educate our children to function glob­ ally,” he said. Small class sizes, chai , lenging, personalized learn ing and continued parental involvement arc also issues that Nagel wants to address. Yonker might not have the experience on a school board but he docs come to the position with knowledge of how other types of boards are run. Yonker has also kept abreast of the Caledo­ nia School Board issues since he ran for election sev­ eral years ago. His top issue is making sure the district stays fiscally sound. He also feels that the tran­ sitioning to the new high school is an important topic. Along with that he feels that by training the staff, teach­ ers and students on the new technology, that will be available on the market in the next few years, the im­ plementation will run smoother Communication with the community is a key factor. Yonker will be filling the Continued next page Outstanding Athletes The senior captain was a three year starter for the Trojans at pitcher ana in center field, earning All-County honors this spring. The senior pole vaulter tied for fourth in the event at the Division 2 state meet with a leap of 13 feet, 7 inches. Afh/etes of the Week Presented by: JB HARRISON insurance Agency, Inc. 6090 Alden Hull SE* Mo •66M060 or KO-217-0712 & Ssurance^Company "— �The Sun and News. Mkkflewlle. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 17 Caledonia villagers complain about dogs, noise by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A zoning ordinance deal­ ing with barking and dan­ gerous dogs was discussed by the Village Council June 10, but no action was taken. Complaints of dogs and noise had been made to vil­ lage officials, and Village President Daryl Penfold said many residents have some problem with their neigh­ bor's dogs. The current township or­ dinance is applied to prob­ lems in the village, and usu­ ally the Kent County Sher­ iffs Department and Animal Control is involved enforce­ ment of complaints. No dogs are to run loose or off a leash outside their own yard, according to Michigan law. Any loose dog is a reason to call the sheriff or animal control. Penfold commented the ordinance does not ade­ quately define, "what is an annoyance." It is a subjec­ tive interpretation. He said sometimes dogs need disci­ pline, and other times they need better care. Penfold said a paragraph of specific definitions about these problems was needed, which would qualify such behaviors as continuous barking for a certain length of time, or barking at certain hours in violation of the noise ordinance. Penfold said he thought a $50 fine should be imposed for violations. He said there were collars that could con­ trol a dog s nonstop barking, if they are not at home to in­ tervene. and the equipment would cost less than two or three fines. Roxanne Jandall, a Glen Valley resident, said during public comment there was a lot of national attention on these problems. She said Rottweilers owned by her neighbors bark after 11 p.m. sideration by the village, company had promised in and sometimes before 7 a.m. about the problems. Another neighbor is afraid though no action was taken order to get special permis­ on weekends. sion to expand on the lot. Another problem was the to let a toddler play outside. this month. Another complaint about which is located in a resi­ definition of a vicious dog. She said the fencing would dential neighborhood. They Some barking or growling easily permit the dogs to dig a different noise problem had claimed it would be no cannot necessarily mean a underneath, and asked if was made by Michael Mavi- louder than a bird, he said. glia. who lives next to the dog is dangerous, but no one fencing building permit The company is difficult wants to wait until someone standards for dogs were re­ Ameritech building, which to deal with, as contacting a has recently been expanded. quired by the village. is bitten. Ameritech still is putting responsible person has been She said she felt the vil­ Jandall said her neighbors hard. Manager Sandra Ayers dogs bark and growl at her lage or township should equipment in, and still said. In the future, written planned is a fuel tank to sup­ on her own deck and in her have standards, and might ply a generator, which if communications regarding own back yard, and they at­ be considered legally re­ the problem with copies to tack the fence. They bark sponsible for injury. She there is a power shortage everyone involved will be­ and growl at her through her asked who would be liable if will keep the telephones op­ come the practice, to docu­ own picture window. There a 2-year-old was mauled by erational. This is awaiting ment possible future legal are children going to school dogs because of inadequate DEQ approval, which is a action, if needed. at times the dogs have been enforcement, when residents long-term matter. Trustee Dan Erskine said Maviglia said Ameritech are asking for assistance. running loose. Wendy Zandstra said the still does not have screening because of situations like "I don't know if they're vi­ this, the experience and lon­ cious dogs," she said, but law can not discriminate in place between its building gevity of members of the she and her 14-year-old against a breed of dog. and and his property, which is a Planning Commission with a daughter are afraid to go out though a neighborhood asso­ few feet from the Ameritech history and understanding of when the dogs are outside, ciation can prohibit some wall. Besides this being an eye­ past transactions was breeds, or dogs in general, even behind the fence. sore. he claimed the equip­ needed. Penfold had earlier She tried to talk to the their rules have "no teeth." Bringing the terms of the ment is very loud, and advocated not reappointing neighbors when the dogs Erskine to the Planning were loose, but they did not dog ordinance and the noise wanted the decibel level of Commission, in order to en­ answer their doorbell. She ordinance up to date with the fans and condensing courage different points of has not spoken with them specific definitions in agree­ units checked to see if it ment may be a future con­ truly was as quiet as the view on that board. Caledonia Village Council appointments, salaries set by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Sandra Ayers was reap­ pointed village clerk and Danisc Regan was reap­ pointed treasurer, both for two years through April 2004, by the Caledonia Vil­ lage Council June 10. Council also passed a resolution to establish the local tax rate at 5.444 mills or $5.44 per $1,000 of tax­ able value for 2002, which was lowered by 10 percent from the previous rate. Compensation to village officers was also set on June 10. $2,500 annually was de­ termined for the president, plus $85 for attendance at regular meetings and $50 at special meetings. The village clerk's duties, are paid in the amount of $2,500. Planning commissioner and Zoning Board of Ap­ peals commissioner per di­ ems range from $30 to $50, depending on the position filled. Members of the Con­ struction Board of Appeals are paid $50 per meeting. Reappointments to the Village Zoning Board of Appeals included Al Niles, Harold Cavner for three years and John Daily for From previous page seat that is soon to be va­ cated by Jim Gless, who leaves the school board after serving for 12 years. The reorganizational meeting of the Caledonia Board of Education is tenta­ tively scheduled to take place July 2. The actual date and place of the meeting will be decided at the June board meeting tonight. For further information about the meetings, call the Caledonia administration of­ fice at 891-8185. two years beginning July 1. Alan Marsman was ap­ pointed to the Construction Board of Appeals for three years. Service on several Com­ mittees were selected as fol­ lows: • Tree Program, Jake Sleutel, Harold Cavner, Lisa Segard. • Streets and Sidewalks, Dan Erskine, Wendy Zand­ stra, Chuck Audy. • Storm and Sanitary Line Replacement, Dan Erskine, Bill Robertson, Karen Hahn. Wendy Zandstra, Roger Loring, Buff Rodgers and Irv Rodgers. • Sewer, Daryl Penfold, Chuck Audy, Arlene Oaks. • Human Resources, Dan Erskine, Arlene Oaks. Daryl Penfold. • Finance, Daryl Penfold, James Bierlein, Sandy Ay­ ers. • Mayor Exchange. Daryl Penfold, Sandy Ayers, Nick Unger. • Independence Day, Ar­ lene Oaks, Chuck Audy, Nick Unger. Representatives appointed as liaisons to other organiza­ tions or for special duties AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon I 99t>4 Cherry Valley #3, Caled<> nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave, Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence are: • Sheriff liaison, Arlene Oaks • Township liaison, Nick Unger • Fire Department, Daryl Penfold, • Community Newsletter, Lisa Segard, Sandy Ayers • Caledonia Schools, Daryl Penfold • Committee Activities, (car show, garage sale, 4th of July) Arlene Oaks Planning Commission ap­ pointments are to be final­ ized next month. Three members are to be selected with different term lengths. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care services. June 21st 6:30 pm - 11:00pm Ju„.22„a 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Introducing Jennifer Battiste M.D., primary care physician, along with long time Caledonia resident, Leon VanderLaan PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. to celebrate our first anniversary summer celebration, Cedar Creek OUtdOOfS! There will be prizes, food, music, art displays, guided tours, live animal dem Jons and more r. Clov �Page 18/The Sun and News. M»ddlevi#e. Ml/June 18. 2002 New location selected for new TTES station TK tennis camp teaches skills Students from fourth through ninth grade had a chance to learn or polish their tennis skills during a week long tennis camp held at the McFall Tennis Courts Both sessions avoided rain delays and learned that weather is just one element of game strategy. There is a big difference in size of the present location for the Thornapple Town­ ship Emergency Services station, the small “L" shape in lower right hand corner of the drawing and the new 20,000 square foot design, the black rectangle in the center. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A three acre site along the cast side of the Thornapple River is the likely location of the new Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices facility. The site is the location of the former rail­ road depot. Thornapplc Township su- Can 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTIONS and reach over 11,000 area homes. pervisor Don Boysen and TTES chief Mark MarenteKc presented this proposal to the members of the fire facilities committee at a meeting on June 11. Marcntette showed how the site could provide more than enough training space, facilities for employees and room for vehicles. At 20,000 square feet it is several times larger than the existing building on high street. Several members of the committee raised questions about the proposed site. ‘Wouldn’t perhaps other sites on the west side of the river be better?” Dan Parker asked. The pluses and minuses of the sites under considera­ tion were reviewed. One on Bender Road was too close Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips Saturday Hours 8 » m. Noon 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia to the high school. “High school drivers would not know how to cope with emergency equipment. Driv­ ers go a little crazy when they see our flashing lights and hear our sirens,” Marentette said. Another site was signifi­ cantly too expensive. A third near the water tower would have emergency vehicles ex­ iting through a neighbor­ hood. That site would also have utility installation costs. A side benefit of the de­ pot location is that the depot building could be preserved. Part of the site could provide park and trail access as well. Facilities committee and Thornapple Township trus­ tee Mike Kelley says, “There are a lot of benefits to this site. I am glad it was approved. This is a really exciting step.” The township will now have to determine how to pay for the 1.3 million dollar facility. The engineer and archi­ tect will continue to work on plans for the facility. The work of the facilities com­ mittee is not over since they will continue to review the ongoing planning process. mot Quick Lube 2000 would like to introduce Kendall Tolan Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 12 1/2 years experience in parts & mechanical. Have a professionally installed oil ; change using Valvoline’s I MaxLife motor I oil and we’ll send you *5.00! ! ‘ Check store far detadi Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST (U-3/) MIDDLEVILLE 795-3550 on site at MO XPPCHNTMEHT NEEDED: Middleville skate park clears one barrier, many left by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A skate board park with ramps and jumps moved a little past the talking stage at the Village of Middleville council meeting on June 11. Village manager Bryan Gruesbeck said that the vil­ lage's liability insurance carrier. Meadowbrook Insur­ ance, informed him that there should be little or no hike in premiums if a skate board facility is built. Certain specifications would have to be met which includes guidelines, rules displayed, and perhaps hav­ ing the park professionally installed rather than by vol­ unteers. Gruesbeck will meet with at least one young resident to get ideas for a skatepark. He and Charles Pullen, a vil­ lage trustee will continue to Caledonia library plans summer book discussions Several branches of Kent District Library including Caledonia, are offering book discussion groups for adults. “These informal book dis­ cussion groups are a great way to share your thoughts, meet new people and discuss books in greater depth,” a spokesperson said. For those who wish to engage in fun and informal book discussions, groups are forming at the Caiedoma, Spencer Township, Plain­ field and Sand Lake branchThe discussions in Cale­ donia are scheduled for: • Wednesday, July 3, at 7 p.m. - Any “Miss Read” book. • Wednesday. Aug. 7, at 7 p.m. - your favorite chil­ dren’s story. Cail for more information on the discussion group books at 647-3840. work on this project. It may also be turned over to the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. Gruesbeck reported that Mill Pond developer Jerrel De Kok has negotiated a new easement agreement for the fiber optic line. This should help the townhouse develop­ ment get started. Work around Stagecoach Park has begun. The council is considering beginning the phase 11 work on the parking area and road this year in­ stead of waiting for a year. There was a discussion of ordinance enforcement, set­ ting priorities and coordina­ tion with the Middleville Unit of the Sheriff’s depart­ ment to get the worst viola­ tions cleared up. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council is on June 25 at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall. YANKEE SPRINGS ADVENTURE PROGRAMS Tuesday, June IX Fishing in the Park. 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Gun Lake campground boat launch for catch and release fishing. Bring your own pole or bor­ row one of ours. If you need help rigging your pole meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 Michigan Mammals, 10 a.m. Leam more about our furry friends with Ranger Diane. Meet at the Sassafras trailhead. Forest Frenzy. 3 p.m. Explore the beauty of the forest while participating in some fun activities! Meet at the Sassafras trailhead. Thursday, June 20 Fishing Derby. 10 a.m. Grab your pole and bait and join this wild fishing derby! Bring an adult and meet at the Gun Lake campground boat launch. Prizes will be awarded! Rambunctious Raccoons. 3 p.m. Discover more about these rascally creatures and leam how to prevent them from ruining your camping trip. Friday, June 21 Insect inspectors. 3 p.m. Get a close up look at these amazing organisms. Meet at the Sassafras trailhead. Bat-tastic. 9 p.m. Explore the lives of these fascinating creatures with some fun activities! Saturday, June 22 Day in the Life of a Salmon. 10 a.m. Discover first hand what it’s like to be a Chinook Salmon in Michigan. Monstrous Mosquitoes. 3 p.m. Explore the lives of these little blood suckers with some fun activities. Meet at the Gun luike camp­ ground beach. NEW SUMMER HOURS: Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 19 Obituaries Howard K. Wiersma MIDDLEVILLE Ho­ ward K. Wiersma, age 75, of Middleville, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2002 at home. Howard K. Wiersma was bom on May 14. 1927 at Cutlerville. Mich., the son of Gerritt and Lena (Osterhouse) Wiersma. He was raised in Cut­ lerville and attended Gaines School. Cutlerville Christian Schools, graduating in 1938. He was married to Evelyn Bonga on Aug. 4. 1945 at Grandville. Mich. He was employed at Steelcase, and was a selfemployed carpenter. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a loving and car­ ing husband, father, grand­ father and great grandfather, doing kind deeds for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Wiersma; five daughters, Marcia Quada of Middleville. Sandra (Bruce) Wright of Ionia, Bonnie (Ken) Burgett of Allegan. Linda (Bill) Allen of Hast­ ings, Debra (Lewis) New­ man of Holland; three sons. Kirtus (Janet) Wiersma of Fenwick. Wayne (Helen) Wiersma of Middleville, Darrell (Shelly) Wiersma of Wayland; 22 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; brother. John (Judy) Young of Byron Center, two sis­ ters. Margaret Herp of Lan­ sing. and Eva Mettnick of Alto; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother. Jay Wiersma. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning, June 18. 2002 at II a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev. Bruce Stewart officiating. Inter­ ment Blain Cemetery. Gaines Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice. Allegan or American Diabetes Assoc­ iation. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Former TK coach makes Who's Who Former Thomapplc Kel­ logg teacher, counselor and coach Loren Van Portfleet has been admitted to “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers". Van Portfleet, who now lives in Caledonia and teach­ es at Wayland, was selected for inclusion in the seventh edition of “W’ho’s Who Among America’s Teachers. 2002." He was nominated by a successful former student. Nicole Schumaker, who rec­ ommended him. Only high school and col­ lege students who have been cited for academic excel­ lence themselves in “Who’s Who Among American High School Students’’ and “The National Dean’s List," respectively, are invited to nominate one teacher from their entire academic experi­ ence. “Who’s Who” will honor a select 5 percent of the nation’s teachers. America’s best teachers will be recog­ nized just as the best doc­ tors. lawyers, athletes, busi­ ness people and other pro­ fessionals have traditionally been honored. As the only publication, dedicated exclusively to the recognition of our country ’s premier teachers, “W’ho’s Who" can be a valuable resource for everyone con­ cerned with quality educa­ tion. The book is distributed on a complimentary basis to all state superintendents of pub­ lic education and several hundred public libraries throughout the country. Additionally, all principals and college presidents will be notified of the teachers in their institutions selected for this award and requested to announce these selections to their faculties, students and parents via appropriate school media. Van PortFleet’s biography will be published in the edi­ tion. Deer does more than $2,000 in damage An errant deer took the "No appointments neces­ sary" sign seriously last Thursday. June 13 at the Babylon Hair Salon. The animal did more than $2000 in damage to the interior of the salon Owner Maeve Gravelin says, "this is the second time an animal has done damage to the salon. It took lots of hard work and elbow grease, but we were back in business by 4 p.m. on Thursday." Get Ready for Spring Fishing Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP Gloria J. (Beckwith) Dennis MIDDLEVILLE - Glona Jean (Beckwith) Dennis, age 5b, of Middleville, went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, June 16, 2002 after a short fight with cancer and pneumonia. Gloria was bom in Grand Rapids, MI on June I, 1946. Gloria Jean Dennis was a homemaker, she devoted her life to her family and church, she was a caring, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, doing kind deeds for family and friends. She was a member of the first Baptist Church of Middleville. She loved doing crafts of all kinds especially loved marking angels. She was preceded in death by her father Albert Beck­ with and a sister Suzie. Gloria is survived by her husband of 34 years. Victor A. Dennis; sons. Victor L. Dennis of Kalamazoo. Char­ les A. (Carol) Dennis of Middleville; daughter. Ann Mane (Jeff) Junge of Mid dleville; four grandchildren; sisters. Linda (Roger) Starr of Chelsea, Elaine (David) Moore of Kent City; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 18, 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon, June 19, 2002 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Pastor Bruce Stewart officiating. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. .__________________ ___ LOST STREAM MAP The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map." 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NNMMMP*' * __ = Meet the Groomers = = = B on any /«££ groomingi Vfl (for new clients) | * One per family—must present this coupon . Z \BY APPOINTMENT Expires 7/31/02 J £ Thornapple Veterinary MEDICAL CENTER > 2220 N. Patterson, Middleville r Mon. 8a.m.-8 p.m.; , Tucs.FrL 8 a.m.-5:3O p.m.; SaL 9 a.m noon' lC 616-877-4056 , by Patricia Johns Sun and News Nearly 500 cyclists, countless volunteers, friends, family and even a few bagpipers descended on Middleville for the National 24-hour bike challenge last weekend. Tents popped up on the lawns surrounding the high school and Page Elemen­ tary, there were cyclists pe­ rusing maps, looking for their friends and even enjoy­ ing a spaghetti dinner put on by the TK Athletic Boosters Friday night. By 7:30 a.m. Saturday, "cue meet by accident" 110 Johnson at Kinsey (616) 891-0150 June 15, the air at the high school was electric with ex­ citement. The weather was cool and gray with predic­ tions for some showers. The experienced cyclists were wearing the most modern of outfits and others were beat­ ing the chill with flannel shirts. The Kalamazoo Pipe Band kept up everyone’s spirits and the clock ticked closer to the 8 a.m. start. Organizer Diane Obermeyer went over the “rules of the road” and places where cyclists should be ex­ tra cautious. The amateur ra­ dio operators left to set up at the check-in points and the mobile units took up posi­ tions. She reminded cyclists that this was a “personal best endurance event,” not a race. Then the Canadian Na­ tional Anthem filled the air in honor of the 25 cyclists from Canada participating. Everyone stood at attention during the playing of the Star Bangled Banner. Then it was two minutes to the start, then one minute and then almost 500 cyclists turned right onto Bender Road and the National 24Hour Challenge had begun. (The pipe band made a quick get away and set up in Sesquicentennial Park in downtown Middleville.) The first cyclists to make it across the bridge at just about 8:25 a.m. were cheered on with bagpipes, a few spectators and the sun peeking through the gray clouds. By the time the last cyclists to get through downtown, #75, Richard C. Lawrence of Lexington, N.C., the sun was shining brightly. Throughout the day cy­ clists could be seen on roads throughout the county. No longer in large groups they pedaled up and down hills, stopped in at check points and later breathed a sigh of relief as threatening weather really only lasted a few cold, wet, windy rainy moments. Once cyclists completed the 125-mile route, they then had to finish at least one 22mile loop before beginning the tough overnight six-milc loops. According to one volun­ teer who has ridden in the event before, “this is where your crew is really impor­ tant. They can keep you rid­ ing until you reach your goal.” The 24-hour challenge ended at 8 a.m. Sunday, June 16, with exhausted cy­ clists helping themselves to breakfast provided by the Caledonia McDonald’s and waiting for the results to be announced. Next year’s registration will end on May 31 and the Obermeyers expect to break the 500 cyclists mark for the 21st event. Cyclists from this area registered for the event were Randy and Janet McIntyre, Paul Dlouhy, and Kevin Taylor, all of Alto. Caledo­ nia residents Eric Kimber, Joseph McLaughlin and Clarence Doombos were re­ turning riders. Kimber and McLaughlin had been in three previous events, Doombos in six. Hastings residents Mi­ chael O’Donnell, Douglas Smith, Mikael Henrikson, Nancy Henriksson-Black, and Randall and Robert Ber­ trand braved the course as well. Jim Wilson has accumu­ lated more than 2,641 miles over nine years of participa­ tion. Stephanie Walbridge had 328 miles in her first at­ tempt. Both are from Hick­ ory Comers. Middleville resident Chuck Wilson made his first attempt on Saturday. Jay Muller was hoping to break the 2,000-mile mark in his eighth year. The Middleville resident is well known for his cycling ability. Wayne Curtis of Nash­ ville should definitely have passed the l.(XM)-mile mark. Results of the 24-hour challenge will be posted in this week’s Hastings Ban­ ner’s June 20 edition. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Slop in and ask ' us about 1 qualit) pro- J lection, fl with flexi­ ble payment WK aa , plans and “No Problem" claim ' service ^uto Ounrr) Insurance IMLLAMfIILSl Ona Han Lace Ssntu 806 NKOlft ProsidenC 497 Arlington St. (M-37) RO 0ox99 Middleville. 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Other changes come in the form of prizes for the golfers. Until now the first place prize was $200, with second in line for $100. This year the first and second places will be receiving $500 and $250, respectively. In addition, Rick Blanch, President of the Caledonia AMBUCS, has announced that instead of a $9,000 prize for a hole-in-one on one of the par 3 holes, there will be a prize for a holc-inonc on each of the four par 3 holes. The holc-in-one prizes arc an 8mm Sony Camcorder donated by Cale­ donia Law Offices, a full set of Callaway Irons by FifthThird (5/3) Bank in Caledo­ nia, two Continental US Air tickets by Hastings City Bank and the $5,000 prize by Edward Jones Invest. ments. One of the first foursomes off the links at last year’s annual Caledonia AMBUCS Charity Goff Classic (from left) Robyn Vaughan, Pat Howard, Laura Kelly and Bill Howard. The charitable event helps the AMBUCS raise money for the Kent Special Riding program. Another change is the teeoff time. An earlier starting time of 8 a.m. is hoped to have people off the course in time for a burger and bratwurst luncheon and away from the heat of the day. The early tee-off is a “shotgun” start, which, ac­ cording to Blanch, is where everyone starts at the same time but at different loca­ tions. The golfers then rotate around the course as normal. There will be coffee and doughnuts available on the morning of the Golf Classic. Golfers have the use of a cart in the 18-hole “string scramble,” which seems to be a twist on the regular scramble (start from the best ball location of the four­ some). A string. 36 inches long will be given to the golfers. “You can substitute cutting off the string for a stroke in yourscore,” ex­ plains Blanch. “Once your string is used up. that’s it.” One item that won’t be changing is where the pro- ceeds of the tournament are to go. The Caledonia AM­ BUCS (American Business Clubs) holds this tournament every year with the proceeds going to the Kent Special Riding Program. In an earlier interview. Blanch said. “Up on a horse everyone is equal." referring to the philosophy behind the Kent Special Riding Pro­ gram. a riding facility where physically challenged per­ sons can feel special and “just like everyone else” by riding a horse. AMBUCS is an all-volun­ teer, national organization with about a half dozen chapters in and around the Grand Rapids area. The Caledonia branch of the AMBUCS is the only one in the immediate vicinity. AM­ BUCS offers scholarships for persons schooling to be­ come a physical therapist, they also volunteer to build and donate wheelchair ramps for the homes and classrooms of the physically challenged, among other charitable contributions. The local chapter has helped the Kent Special Riding Pro­ gram with everything from cash contributions to pur­ Private Roads. Parking Lots. Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 Completing the season with a 6-6-3 record, the first-ever Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg freshman girls’ soccer team held its own against some stiff com­ petition. The team had success against Class A teams Greenville, Rockford, West Catholic and Catholic Cen­ tral, scoring 18 goals in those meetings. They also tied teams such as East Grand Rapids, Northview and East Kentwood that have had freshman teams for years. Heading the attack up front were forwards Holly VanderHeide, Leigh Blain and Melissa Stuart. The midfielders con­ stantly worked on their pass­ ing and movement. They were Leeanne Lantinga. Ra- HASTINGS DETAIL SHOP PROFESSIONAL CAR CLEANING Remove fine scratches, oxidation and restore gloss $10.00 DISCOUNT ON COMPLETE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DETAILING Washing, Waxing. Buffing with surface cleaner and polymer sealant. Vacuuming or complete interior cleaning Motor cleaning or combination special PICKUP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE IN LOCAL AREA 1510 STAR SCHOOL RD. MA/ 1 M m,l9 ioutx of State St 616-945-5607 » ~ chael Steorts, Kristen Brady, Jessica Wenger, Sunday Matousek, Danielle Beilfuss, Kaleigh Page. Ashley Lintz and Kristen Willemstein. The defense did a good job of denying breakaways and consisted of Megan Finkbeiner, Alicia Bucha­ nan, Megan Dahlgren, Heather Klemkosky and Jes­ sie Griffith. Leadership awards went to Willemstein, Page and Lantinga for their outstand­ ing efforts on and off the field. Finkbeiner was awarded Most Valuable Player, and Blain was the Most Improved Player. Overall, coach Katie Polhemus was very pleased with the amount of effort the _____ girls put forth throughout the season. 4518 Division Wayland. 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Computerized Wheel Alignment and Front End Repair Professionals 2 or 4 wheel $35°o COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/June 18, 2002 Trojan wrestlers top in academics Middleville's Lehman, Marvin are Coaches of the Year by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Three months after a state runner-up finish in Division 2, the Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg wrestling pro­ gram is still earning praise. Varsity coaches Tom Lehman and Scott Marvin were named the Division 2 Coaches of the Year by the Michigan High School Wrestling Coaches Associa­ tion (MHSWCA), and the Trojans topped the entire state academically with a team grade-point average of 3.79. The team academic honor is based on the top 14 GPAs of wrestlers who competed in at least five varsity matches. Middleville’s aver­ age of 3.79 was the best in Michigan, regardless of di­ vision. TK’s lofty standing is no fluke, since the Trojans’ depth in the classroom is as impressive as their depth on the mat. TK’s 14 starters sported a combined GPA of Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today Tom Lehman Scott Marvin 3.5. and the entire 58-person squad averaged out to 3.23. “It’s easier to coach smart kids.” said Lehman, who earned his third Coach of the Year award. “We have a great group of kids who are hard-working and know what they have to do. “The whole school is so supportive of our team. The total team effort, including the student body and the staff, is obvious.” Marvin was honored as Coach of the Year for the first time. “It’s nice to be recognized by your peers," Marvin said, “but the kids do all the work. It’s fun working with Tom. We work well together and we share duties well. “There are lots of good coaches around here. To get this award makes us feel like we’re doing our job.” The Trojans went 35-6 last season, won their 11thstraight O-K Blue Confer­ ence title, and finished sec­ ond as a team in Division 2. In the process, Lehman sur­ passed 500 wins in his coaching career. Sophomores Josh Bower­ man and Mike McKeown and senior Matt Erb went on to earn medals and All-State honors at the Division 2 In­ dividual Wrestling Champi­ onships. Bowerman (50-6 on the year) placed sixth at 112 pounds. McKeown (498) placed seventh at 119. and Erb (52-8) placed sixth at 189. During the season. Leh- man gave credit for the pro­ gram’s success to the con­ sistency and dedication of the entire TK coaching staff — Marvin. Tom Fletke and Luke Middleton — and the attention they pay to the ath­ letes. both on and off the mat. “We’ve had the same coaches for years.” Lehman said. “Luke Middleton has been with us for five years, all as a volunteer. Both Scott Marvin and I arc teachers (at the high school), and Tom Fletke is a counselor. “Our program is strong because we know what’s go­ ing on with the kids. We see them and talk to them every­ day (at school). That’s a plus for our program.” Young “Bull” wrestles at Schoolboy Nationals Caledonia eighth-grader Justin Bull Maxim closes in to earn a technical fall in his first match at Nationals earlier this month. Eighth-grader Justin Maxim of Caledonia had the honor of wrestling for Team Michigan at the Freestyle and Greco Schoolboy Na­ tionals June 6-8 in York­ town, Ind. Maxim — nicknamed “Bull” by his grandpa be­ cause of his penchant for hard work — lost only once in freestyle and once in Greco at his 70-pound weight class, compiling an overall record of 7-2 at Na­ tionals. He competed against wrestlers from Ohio, Iowa, Indiana. Colorado, New York, Illinois and Florida. Prior to Nationals. Maxim won gold, silver and bronze state medals. He placed first in Michigan in MYWAY folkstyle, second in freestyle and third in Greco. Maxim also won 14 folk­ style matches for the Cale­ donia Middle School team this past year as a seventh­ grader in the 75-pound weight class. He has earned numerous folkstyle, fre­ estyle and Greco medals in his career, which began when he was 5 years old. His career wins to date are 182. Maxim’s a bull off the mat as well. He is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and was awarded a Certificate of Achievement from CMS for a variety of academic, athletic and vol unteer activities. Maxim is the son of Calc donia High School varsit) wrestling coach Jim a he Karen Maxim, and he hat three sisters. Shannon, Ste fanie and Kara. PARADIGM HOMES, INC DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/June 18. 2002/Page 23 C ommunity Automotive 1994 FORD RANGER: 140,000 miles, $2,500. Runs good, (616)868-6596. 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(616)795-4264_____________ KING PAINTING INTERIOR/exterior, Grahams paint. Call (616)891-2006 for tree estimate_____________ WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, commercial drilling, etc., call Tim at (517)719-6319. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in thi» news paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sea, handicap, familial sutus, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status include* children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children undei 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised tn this newspaper arc available on an equal opportunity basis To report dtscnmmaiion call the Fair Housing Center at 616-4512980 1 he HUD toll free telephone number for the heanng impaired is 1-800-927 9275 Notices AUCTION: SATURDAY JUNE 22ND, 10 AM. 1 MILES SOUTH OF CALE­ DONIA ON M-37. CHARI­ TY AUCTION. ALL MER­ CHANDISE HAS BEEN DONATED BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. ALL BENEFITS ARE GO­ ING TOWARDS RE­ BUILDING A LOCAL CHURCH. WE WILL BE ACCEPTING DONATION UP UNTIL FRIDAY, JUNE 21 ST. COL. TRADING JIM­ MY SMITH. (6161664-3544 Farm STRAWBERRIES ARE READY: picked or u-pick, call (616)792-1622. For Rent GUN LAKE: cozy attractive 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath year around cottage with sandy beach. No pets or smoking, $800 a month ♦ security de­ posit. (616)672-2173 leave message. HOUSE FOR RENT: Thor nappie School district - 3 plus bedrooms with bath­ rooms on 3 acres. Great home, $850 plus deposit. Call (616)340-1259._________ THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month’s rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. For Rent $0 DOWN HOMES: Gov't ft Bank Foreclosures' HUD, VA, FHA Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-501 1777 ext. 7132. 3 BEDROOM LARGE APARTMENT: 1-1/2 baths, M-50 & 1-96 area, Alto/Low­ ell schools, cats $10 (no dogs), 30 acres woods, $625 plus utilities, (616)891-1840. CALEDONIA NEWLY REMODELED HOME: 4 bed rooms on 2 acres with 2 stall garage. No pets, $1,200 a month plus deposit. Call (616)340-1259.____________ CALEDONIA: quiet country 1 bedroom, $440 plus utilities, no pets. (616)891-0104 COTTAGE FOR RENT: Green Lake, near Caledonia. Rent by week, month or sea­ son. (616)374-7465, evenings. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 6800 68TH ST Clothes and plus sizes, coats, jackets, din­ ing room table, 4 chairs, fur­ niture, etc June 19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd. ESTATE SALE: Friday June 21st, 9am-6pm, Saturday, June 22nd, 9am-lpm 9220 108th St. (east of Whitneyville) Klingman's uphol­ stered wing chair, bedroom furniture, household items & saddles_________________ GARAGE SALE/MOVING SALE June 20th & 21st, 9am-5pm. Little Tikes toys, playhouse, dresser, clothes and much more. 6561 Buttrick, between Whtineyville and Alaska. GARAGE SALES: Duncan Lake, 6703 & 6787 Noffke Drive. Saturday, June 22nd, 9am-4pm. Clothes, house­ hold, lots of stuff. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night. (616)2487729. GOLF COURSE EQUIPMENT Mechanic. Full or part time. Apply in person. Saskatoon Golf Club. 9038 92nd St., Alto. (616)891-1533 Household KING LOG BED: hard made log cabin style bed, by Amish. Includes new mat­ tress set. (2 mo. old, never used) Cost $1100. Sacrifice $195. (989)719-8062 Jobs Wanted SHINGLING JOBS WANT­ ED: free estimates. Call Tom @ (616)209-1878. iMwn & Garden - Lunc/i - Dinner • Appetizers^ « Take Out Available v 2 Monday Thursday 11.00am to900pn Friday li.-OOan to IttOOpm ’ Saturday 3fl) to 900 pm Sunday 1100 to SOO pm .Vtf M-S-G. SI M>AY SPECI AL: Order any entree of $7 ur more A receive FREE egg roffiegg drop M>ttp. \JkI duvui enh pkusc. TRAILER FOR SALE: 2002 Load Trail, 77’X10ft, end gate, lights, $900. Call (616)672-7167 after 6pm. Mobile Homes 1999 DOUBLE WIDE: excel lent, Caledonia schools, deck, garage, air, all applian­ ces, $3,000 less than apprais­ ed, $42,000. (616)698-6949 CIDER MILL: price re­ duced! Nice 1993 Fleetwood, 16x70. Appliances, air, gar­ den tub, ceiling fans, deck and more, $20,500. SheBv (616)531-8822, MHS#3310. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Doublewide Fairmont 28x56 (1568sq.ft.) 3bd„ 2 bath w/10x!2, three season porch & 12x14 workshop. Asking $29,950. Features include: stove, refrigerator, dish­ washer, snack-bar, separate laundry room w/new wash­ er & dryer, air conditioning unit, carefree windows w/all new drapes, cathedral ceilings, lighted ceiling fans, garden tub w/separate shower, 2 walk-in closets, new carpet and brand new roof. This home is located on a beautifully landscaped lot at end of cul-de-sac. Caledo­ nia schools. Reason for sell­ ing: Moving out of state. Community: Dutton Mills. Contact Jim or Ruth at 3421 Pullman Ct., SE., off 68th St., in Dutton. (616)656-4684. See display ad. RIDING MOWER: 15/42, Murray with Briggs & Strat­ ton motor. Very nice, must see, $695. (616)765-3319 CABLE/HOME HOOKUP, TO $1923/hour, lots of hours, entry’ level, major company, start now, (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. CAFETERIA/FOOD SERV­ ICE WORKER to $13/hr ♦ benefits, entry/skilled level, full & part time, needed now. (616)949-2424 Job line Fee_____________________ FASHION MODELS: TO $50/hr., male/female, run­ way catalog entry level, needed now, (616)949-2424 Jobline. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL to $12.50/Hr ♦ great benefits, general office duties, great advancement potential. (616)949-2424 JobIme Fee._________________ PACKAGE/FXPRESS/DELIVERY DRIVER - to $800/week + benefits, small cargo truck, training provid­ ed, daily route, hiring now, (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. ROADWORK/EQL’IPMENT OPERATOR - to $17/hour + great benefits, lots of overtime, trainees/skilled, major com­ pany, interview now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. Pets BEAGLE MALE: shots, 10 weeks, (616)698-8889 SUMMER FUN: Hi, looking for a fun loving, smart, oh yeah & gorgeous compan­ ion? We are 6 weeks old, soft silky fur, black & tan, pure­ bred Dachshunds and our big eyes - oh just a must see! Want to take one of us home to be part of your family? Call (616)948-4328 nights & weekends to meet mom & dad, oh veah & us too, $300/males, $350/female? Real Estate ALGONQUIN LAKE­ FRONT HOME FOR SALE: 4 bedroom contemporary, vaulted ceilings, 2 story, modem neutral decor, hot tub, majestic decking, too many features to describe. $289,900. (616)948-3790 CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pa­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Ca ledonia schools, walkout ranch, 4bd, 3 baths, field stone fireplace. 2400so. ft., 3.9 acres, pok oam, $221,000. (616)868-6596 FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Cail for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext 5225. AKC, $150. LOOKING FOR a profession nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded & insured. FREE 3 MONTHS rent/ priced below appraisa 16x76, 3 bedroom, 2 bath central air. Priced to sei now! Call (616)891-8148, Nextel (616)437-2034. Wanted A SLENDER LADY SOV 60's wanted to share hopes and dreams, adventure or romance with mature open minded gentleman. E-mail tenbyll@aol.com : Weekly Villa Specials * Every Weekend—Enjoy our famous prime rib! ♦ 4 Early Bird Specials$595 Monday-Thursday 4 to 6 pm National Ads BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION LABORER, TO $20/hour + overtime, train­ ees/skilled, needed now, 616-949-2424, Jobline Fee. R&J LAWN CARE: Mowing and brush removal. Senior discount, reasonable rates. (616)374-8631 ~ Call for details ~ The Middle Villa Inn ~ Call 795-3640 - on M-37 just north of Middleville SjinMnei & Catering Phis Lost & Found 5 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: LOST: 1 cell phone in MidJune 20th, 21st & 22nd. dlevile on Tuesday, June Something for everyone. 11th. Please call (616)7952608 84th St SE, Caledonia. 3537 if found. Reward. 6/19 & 6/20: 3942 Bender Rd., For Sale Middleville. Lots of girls & womens clothing, toys, AUCTION: SATURDAY housewares & more JUNE 22ND, 10AM. 1 MILES SOUTH OF CALE­ DONIA ON M-37. CHARI­ TY AUCTION. ALL MER­ CHANDISE HAS BEEN DONATED BY MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. ALL BENEFITS ARE GO­ ING TOWARDS RE­ BUILDING A LOCAL CHURCH. WE WILL BE CHINESE RESTAURANT ACCEPTING DONATION Good Food • Good Times « Good ( ompany UP UNTIL FRIDAY, JUNE 21ST. COL TRADING JIM­ 8980 Rodgers. Caledonia. Ml • 891-6961 MY SMITH. (616)664-3544 (Conveniently located in rhe Crotsmgs Plaza) W Authentic Chinese Cooking FREE FIREWOOD: oak, walnut & maple. You cut. You haul. (616)795-4588 LOG CABIN BED: queen w/mattress set (bought, never used) Cedar log. Am­ ish built. Cost $800. Sell $175. (517)626-7089________ Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTlONAd! Reach over 11,000 area homes JK Atew Lunch Restaurant wS Open: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday > /ee MS at •JA o Daily Lunch Specials & Daily Salad Bar \ the Barry \. County y' 6661 Alden Nash •Alto Located 8 miles East on 1-96 off the 28th Street Exit Take exit 52 (Lowefl/ Ako; south two miles Phone: 616-868-0388 Owner Sharon �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 18, 2002 Scheidel represents area at Miss Michigan pageant Miss Middleville Barry County, Nikki Scheidel passed on some crown wearing etiquette to the win­ ning “Kings of Golf at the first Barry County Crown Classic charity golf tournament sponsored by the lo­ cal Miss Middleville Barry County scholarship pag­ eant. The TerHaar family of Vem, Don, Vic and Derek look almost as good in their crowns. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Nikki Scheidel, of Delton, capped off a year as Miss Middleville -Barry County by participating in the Miss Michigan Scholarship Pag­ eant held in Muskegon June 12-14. While Miss Southwest Michigan. Erin Michelle Moss, was crowned Miss Michigan 2002, Scheidel had a “great time” at the pageant. This past year has been a bus) one for her. She has spoken to local groups, rid­ den in parades, and most fun of all worked with school Nikki Scheidel lets students touch her tiara during a recent school visit groups. Recently she spoke with first graders at McFall Ele­ mentary School about health and fitness. As her last responsibility she will get to crown the next Miss Middleville Barry County on Saturday, June 29 in the Thornapple Kellogg High School audito­ rium. The local pageant be­ gins at 7 p.m. and is open to the public. First graders got some first hand instruction on health and fitness. This boy doesn’t seem to be tak­ ing the opportunity to dance with Miss Middleville Barry County. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and younger. Adult tickets arc $10 at the door. Ticket are available by calling Cheryl Peters at 7954972 or 795-0051. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. COUNTRY MEADOWS ,»z <_, VILLAGE {? Save,^ r Thousands^ CIDER MILL VILLAGE Whitneyville Rd. to Middleville 76TH& KRAFT |\ f ■Save Thousands < I* in 5 New 16x80 Homes J../. All Priced to Sell! <\12 * other ^models "^priced to | V All include air or shed, landscape package, concrete steps, dishwasher and much more! And nine months FREE lot rent. For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 840 Kirkwood z 1' 44,900 NOW 28x64 3 bedrooms, J// 2 baths, family room 5 new fireplace other Was $46,900 models to see And comes with air or shed concrete steps, nice lot. Must see! For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-06-25.pdf b6568eaee2b1c49740b8be6c662b9ec7 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 26/June 25, 2002 Caledonia will celebrate Independance Day Saturday by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Independence Day will be celebrated in Caledonia Sat­ urday, June 29, when the village is host for the annual “Celebration in the Park 2002,” the annual obser­ vance of Independence Day. It’s a time for good food and good music along with family and friends. On Saturday morning, the parade lineup starts at 9:30 a.m. in the Caledonia High School parking lot. The pa­ rade starts promptly at 10:30 a.m., progressing down Main Street. After the parade, an after­ noon of family fun is planned in nearby Lakeside Park. Opening ceremonies start at noon with the veter­ ans honor guard, a welcome The AMBUCS will be showcasing different ver­ sions of the AmTryke in their demonstration trail­ er. An AmTryke, originally developed by Gene Allen of Texas in the 90s, is a tricycle built for children with disabilities that helps them with coordination and “just being a kid.” It wouldn’t be an Independence Day Celebration without seeing the representa­ tive of the American Legion Post #305. from village and township officials as well as the 2002 “Hometown Hero,” retired Fire Chief Butch Welton. Shuttle buses, free of charge — courtesy of Cale­ donia Community Schools. will go to and from the high school. State Bank. Barber School and Lakeside Park parking lots from noon until after 4 p.m. Free handicap parking is available in the Park, ask gate security for assistance. Throughout the afternoon, non-profit community serv­ ice groups will be offering various enticements at their See celebration, page 10 Caledonia School Board adopts new budget bv Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last Tuesday night adopted the fiscal year 2002-03 budget. All school budgets must be adopted before July 1 every year, but because of uncertainties in funding and expenses, it is amended dur­ ing the fiscal year, often more than once, to reflect actual revenues and expen­ ditures. “Revenues are uncertain and unpredictable,” said Su­ perintendent Douglas Busman in a separate inter­ view. “AH we can control are expenditures. Unfortu­ nately. that’s the world we’re looking at next year.” School districts rely on the State of Michigan’s perpupil foundation grant for a majority of their revenue. Caledonia, like other school systems, didn't know if the funds were going to be million for the current year. The fund balances is a ‘‘fi­ nancial cushion” for the school district. Busman >aid in May of 20(X) the American School P^ard Journal published a available for this past year until just this spring because of state budget woes. This next year promises to be the same guessing/waiting game. “You can’t assume that the money will be there,” said Busman. Schools, Caledonia in­ cluded, need to come up with reductions in costs of operating to make sure they stay fiscally sound. Reductions for this past Gordon Usher was re­ cently hired by the Cale­ donia Board of Education for the position of High School Band Director. Board President Jim Gless is stepping down after 12 years served on the Caledonia School Board Here he receives his gavel and name plaque from Superintendent Douglas Busman year have included building supply budgets, hours for hourly employees and nonessential overtime. “We’re looking at ways to reduce costs and tighten ex­ penditures (for next year)," said Busman. “If the grant is frozen, it’s going to be tight. If it’s cut... Holy Camolcy.” After actual expenditures and revenues for last year were taken into considera­ tion, Business Manager Judi Dean and the finance com­ mittee were able to come up with a balanced budget for the year 2001-02. The budget amendments resulted in a fund balance of $ 2.8 Athletic Director Dave Price was acknowledged at last week's school board meeting for attain­ ing his certification as Certified Master Athletic Administrator. recommendation tor school districts io have 4-12% of theirrevenue set aside in their fund balance “against unforeseen losses or expen­ ditures.” The Caledonia Board of Education has asked the district to set aside 10% of the revenue in the fund balance for the coming school year. At this time it is estimated that the fund balance will be approximately $2,768,704 for the 2002-03 school year. A public hearing on the new budget was a part of the session last Tuesday eve­ ning. See school budget, page 3 In This Issue Third annual Miss Middleville - Barry County to be chosen June 29 Lepard housing project, park moves forward Caledonia Twp. financial audit gets “thumbs up” Shagbark residents impatient with delayed solution �Page 2/The Sun and News. Mtddleville MVJune 25. 2002 Miss Middleville-Barry County to be chosen Saturday bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Nikki Scheidel is prepar­ ing for her last duty as the 2001 Miss MiddlevilleBarry County Saturday eve­ ning. June 29, when she’ll crown one of eight young women from the area to suc­ ceed her. The third annual pageant will be held at 7 p.m. Satur­ day the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. The winner will receive a scholarship and will repre­ sent the county for the up­ coming year. She will com­ pete in the Miss Michigan Scholarship Pageant in June of 2003. Before then the lo­ cal winner gets lots of prac­ tice by appearing at Heritage Day, riding in local parades and meeting with local or­ ganizations and schools. Five of the girls have ap­ peared in previous Miss Middleville and/or Miss Middleville Barry County pageants. The following is a brief sketch of the eight contest­ ants: • Sadie Bowerman. 17, of Middleville, is a senior at Thornapplc Kellogg High School. She will be doing a dance for her talent. Her parents arc Martha and Fritz Bowerman. • Andrea Orlov Bucher, 21, of Freeport, is a senior at Ferris State University. She will be doing a fitness rou­ tine for her talent. She has been very active in her local community. Her parents are Harold and Lisa Andrus. • Rebecca Dufresne. 17, of Hastings will be a senior this fall at Thornapple Kel­ logg High School She has been very active in 4-H. acted in school plays and in the Thornapplc Arts Council Summer Youth Theater pro­ ductions. She will be doing a dramatic reading. She hopes to going into theater arts in college. Her parents are Kim and Cathy Du­ fresne. • Amanda Fisk of Mid­ dleville will be 17 on the day after the pageant. She will be a senior this year at the TKHS. Her parents are Ken and Rhonda Fisk. She will be dancing for her tal­ ent. • Wendy Hunderman. 21, of Shelbyville will be a sen­ ior at Grand Valley Stale University. She is the daughter of Rich and Laura Hunderman. She will be dis­ playing her art work as her talent. • Amya Rudnik. 20. will be a junior this fall at Olivet college. This Delton resident ha-, been active in 4-H. works with dogs and horses and is an experienced artist. She also enjoys sports such as tennis. She will be using a slide show to talk about her Sadie Bowerman Wendy M. Hunderman art as her talent. Her parents are Charles and Cynthia Rudnik. • Latisha Smith. 17, of Middleville, is the daughter of Phillip and Elaine Smith. She will be a senior at TKHS in the fall. A varsity Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes Amya Rudnik Latisha Smith Samantha VanderSloot cheerleader, she is also on the varsity softball team and is in the color guard of the band. She will be playing "God Bless the USA" on her saxophone as her talent. • Samantha VanderSloot will be a sophomore at Michigan State University in the fall. The daughter of Judy and Dave VanderSloot is still active in Barry County 4-H. She will be do­ ing a self choreographed tap dance as her talent. Terry Terpstra of the Har­ mony Dance Studio in Mid­ dleville is working on the entertainment for the pag­ eant. Tickets for the pageant can be purchased in advance for $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and younger. Adult tickets are $10 at the door. Tickets are available from the contestants or by calling Cheryl Peters at 795-4972 or 795-0051. and re-financing is at a high point. State Bank of The reigning Miss Middleville-Barry County, Nikki Scheidel, will crown the 2002 winner this Saturday. Caledonia is proud to offer fantastic mortgage Jf’Ujoar toeddiiu/ day beyin at... rates and plans. Call one of our qualified loan A rhinoceros beetle can support up to 850 times its own weight on its back. officers to see what avenue is best for you! 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Ml Ml Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.891.SI13 616.381.7960 616 698.6337 616.795.3361 Ten percent the Russian government s income comes from the sate of vodka. faff now foM a J.lee wedding conAuttatiant Caledonia Village Centre • 891-1093 �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 3 School budget, continued from page 1 After revenues anticipated and expenditures estimated, a total of $28,135,291 is ex­ pected to be available for appropriation. All is not pessimistic though. Unlike many schools, Caledonia is able to look toward future fiscal re­ sponsibility. The district has been able to set aside some funds each year toward opening the new high school and re-establishing the mid­ dle school students. Busman said he feels the philosophy behind the dis­ trict is that of “What do the children need and what do we need to do to meet those needs.” Steps are being taken ahead of time to keep the district fiscally sound. The district is trying to come up with creative ways to meet the needs of its stu­ dents. Dean explained the strate­ gies that the district expects to employ for next and com­ ing years. These strategies included integrating public and private sectors and re­ sources into the system of learning and developing the necessary tools to evaluate the effectiveness of their learning process; the two main components of their process bring personnel and programs. Personnel will be evalu­ ated through the standardi­ zation of forms, time lines, extensive staff development and training. Programs will be evaluated through analy­ sis of trend data on MEAP testing, data driven by school improvement and through work by the tech­ nology department to de­ velop tools to evaluate the effectiveness of technology on learning. The district anticipates designing and implementing innovative Capital Forma­ tion Programs that will yield additional financial re­ sources. For example, the 2002-03 budget is supported by grants at the different schools, including Dutton Elementary. Michigan Art­ ists Grant and Van Andel in­ stitute Technology Grant; Emmons Lake Elementary, International Learning Trust; and Caledonia High School. Career Prep Grant. The district is looking to­ ward developing and inte­ grating programming in­ tended to prepare students and staff for a diverse world. It will support such pro­ grams as the “School to Work Program” and the “Habitat for Humanity In­ terim Program.” The district will integrate and piloting the newest, “leading edge” technology in the schools as well as staff development and sup­ port. After Dean’s presentation the motion was carried to accept the proposed budget for the 2002-03 school year. At almost the same instant, both Board President Jim Gless and Secretary Bernie Nagel said, “We have a budget.” In other school board business, the board: • Was introduced to Gor­ don Usher, who recently has been hired as the new high school band director. Usher comes to the Caledonia area after having spent five years as the director of band at Decatur Public Schools. He is a graduate of Michigan State University and is in the process of working on a graduate degree from West­ ern Michigan University. Usher also was the recom­ mended candidate from the interviewing committee made up of Caledonia staff, parents and students. • Set its annual reorganizational meeting for 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 1, in the board room at the admini­ stration building. • Presented retiring Presi­ dent Jim Gless with memen­ toes from his time with the board, including his gavel, name plaque, a Caledonia “C” pin. as well as many thanks from the board for his years of service. “I’d like to thank the community for allowing me to work for them the last 12 years.” said Gless. He has no particular reason for leaving the board other than to “pass the baton" and let someone else take over. • Acknowledged Athletic Director Dave Price for at­ taining his certification as Certified Master Athletic Administrator. • Approved Michigan As­ sociation of School Boards Membership for 2002-03, Michigan High School Ath­ letic Association “Member­ ship Resolution” for 200203 and O-K Conference Realignment and Expansion Plan beginning 2003-04. • Certified millage levies for the 2002-03 fiscal year: Operational 18.0 and Debt Retirement 7.0. • Hired Aramark as the food service management company for the 2002-03 school year. An agreement also was approved to pro­ vide lunches to Cross Creek Academy for the upcoming school year. • Accepted bids for Phase 4 of the replacement high school project totaling $548,772. The bids were awarded to Sobie Company for Carpet Resilient and MHD-Foster Flooring for Athletic Surfacing. The building committee recom­ mended that the board ap­ prove replacement carpeting for Caledonia Elementary and a portion of Dutton Ele­ mentary at a cost of $122,000.00 to be taken from the 2001-02 one mill allocation. The carpeting bid was awarded to Sobie Company. Dean informed the board that because Sobie Company is in the Dutton Elementary attendance area and the owners’ children went to Dutton. They are providing See school budget, page 9 It all happens this SstUTC/sy, June 29th Dane Hale Fireworks First, starting at 7:30, enjoy live music from DANE HALE Then at dusk, join us outside on our NEW DECK for a great view of the Caledonia fireworks Dane is a local favorite for acoustic music with vocals. Mon-Thur Friday Saturday Sunday Don’t Forget... We Now Have: Hours 6:30am - 9:00pm 6:30am - 10:00pm 7:00am - 6:00pm 9:00am - 2:00pm Extended Summer Hours Ice Cream on the Deck Live Music Every Friday at 7:30 Essential Bean Prepaid Cards, get yours now! 10% Prepaid Card Bonus I Caledonia Crossings Mall 891-7700 E Beltline (M-37) % Mile South of 84th ? Bring in this coupon and we will add 10% to any ' amount you put on your Essential Bean Prepaid Card. I Put on $10. we ll make rt $11 I I Load it with $50, we ll add $5 to make rt $55! Offer valid thru Ally 31st I �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 25. 2002 Red Hat Ladies plan to return to Caledonia Library meeting on Thursday, June 27, at 1:30 pm. Those inter­ ested in learning more about registration into the society, as well as the rules and membership requirements are invited to attend. The Red Hat Ladies Society is an internationally recognized social gathering group. When / am an old woman 1 shall wear purple The red hats are returning. The Red Hat Ladies Society that is. There was much enthusi­ asm at the recent “get to know you” gathering of the Red Hats; so much that an official chapter of the soci­ ety is in the makings. The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library will be having an informal With a red hat which doesn 't go. and doesn ’t suit me... But maybe I ought to practice a little now? So people who know me are not too shocked and sur­ prised When suddenly I am old, and start to wear purple. Those are a few lines from the poem. “Warning” by Jenny Joseph. They are also the premise behind the “Red Hat Ladies Society.” Ladies over 50 must wear a red hat and a purple outfit. Those under 50 wear laven­ der hats and pink outfits. Such names (around the nation) as The Crimson Crones, The Flaming Roses. Main Street Madams and The Rowdy Red Hatters give you an idea of what these women are like. Fun. The society is a group of women out to enjoy each other s company. It is an in­ ternational group with many chapters in the United States. Grand Rapids even has a chapter named. The Tea Time Tootsies. A very informal flock of the red hats has been in exis­ tence for awhile in Caledo­ nia. but now another group is in the making to become officially recognized. It’s anyone’s guess what name they’ll come up with, but you can bet they intend to have fun. For more information about this and other KDL Caledonia Branch activities, call 647-3840. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Liling bird Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 50 a 10 45 a . 6:00 p Family Night 6 30 p m m m m Pastor. Dr Brian /• Harrison Youth Pastor Kain Stiles CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody, Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gan Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Mewart, CE Children’s Pastor Sunday School ............ Sunday Morning Wrxship Service. Sunday Evening Service Ufcdnesdav Mid Week Prayer Word of late Clubs 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 C 0 U M U N I I Y FIRST BAPTIST 9 30 6 1100 a m 891-OS 76 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rt» Mi< had Stnwdl. lead Pastor Joe Cipcu, Worship b atter Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-891-0287 945 a m. 1100 a m 600 p.m 6 45 p.m. 6 45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH TCIjc ®lb ^intc jSletljobist (Cljurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH UflgNew Life Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God “A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world ” ^^^C HRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday Worship 9 30 am and 6:00 pm (C'hild & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Otte mile east of Whilneyville Rd A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr High. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're al — through: Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 A COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900 am and 1030 am CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 250 3 un Street M V to Emmons to Vine June JO - In the Beginning Pan III God Tries Again Summer Sundav Worship Services. May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 Warn and 10 00 a m 9 30 a m Coffee Fellowship (Nursery and Child Care a*jubNe throughout the morning > Res Norman Kohnx (6161 891-8167 Church Office 616 8918669/ Fax 891 8648 wwu caledonuumc org Lakeside Community Church 5 Place for Family A Friends 6201 Whitnevsalic Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED CotAcn^onry Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m. Pastor Roger B dtmaa • Church Office www lakestderommunity org ALASKA CONGREGATION Located tai Leighton Tow nship Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue 10 50 a m Morning Worship 1100 am Wed Feflov* ship ' 30 p m Pastor Uoyd DeVonoet Sr Church Ph 868 68h‘ • Pastor s Ph 89? Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.pcacechurch.cv ' Office 89\S688 WWW iserv net '-rtpaul SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. I northwest of Gun lake) Sat Evening Mass 5.00 p m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m. 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE ( 1 H R< I I Preaching the Lining Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available J Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 930 a m Parmetee Morning Worship 1100 a m 945 am 1100 a m 600-800 p m 600-7 30 pm lAOOeviiie Morning Wortf*; Sunday School (Jt Hgh % Adulh) Nursery • Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evenrg Jr Hgh - Grades 6-8. Wed Evenrg Ret Lee Zach man J/aai Cemrrmui/y Campui f*i htoniTiy amY Seivice Chuch Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAY FA R E X Worship 9 30 am Christian EAxatii Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pasor Pad M Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnbon 69$ 1 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledoma 6l6^9M0fJl redeemaimservjiet redeemercmftnantxtrg 4 member d thr tmnfded CemeneM OuKhn ef Armree Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Paitor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Duiron office at (6/6f 65-65-WAY Check our web site w ww: wayfarercc orf WHITNEYVILLE bible 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Times 9.15 A M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion 9 45 a m Praise Singing M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Leighton Church Church School. Sunday Sunday Schrxil 9:4 S AM Sunday CotHHiiniitvof Clyt'ist 8146 68th St near Whftneyv»Be Ave 8 30 AM 11 LX) AM 700 PM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 Wes< M-179 Highway (Chief Soondav Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a m. 698-9660 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Visit our web site www bnghtside org + (Missouri Synod) Corner of 54th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia ______________ 1 mile west of M-37 All Services have a Nunwnj Available • Barner Free YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ................................. 9 30 a m Sunday School I LOO a m Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m. 10 00 a m. 11:15 a m. 6 00 p.m St Paul Lutheran Church Wedn««laY 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 er 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T Hustwick ’ICIXC; Church 8546 WMneyvtSe Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody b somebody and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Ave �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 5 Fell to mark 92nd birthday Julia H. Fell will celebrate her 92nd birthday on June 28. She is formerly from Lansing, she now lives at Lincoln Meadow Apart­ ments in Middleville. She enjoys being active and goes on many bus trips with friends, whenever pos­ sible. She has two daughters. Dorothy Jones and Shirley Howard of Gun Lake; one son. the late Ranald R. Fell of Laingsburg; nine grand­ children. 12 great grandchil­ dren and one great great granddaughter. She would enjoy cards sent to 500 Lincoln. Middleville. MI 49333. Bassett to celebrate 92nd birthday Mr. and Mrs. Clare Bender of Middleville will be cel­ ebrating their Golden Anniversary this summer. They were married on June 28th, 1952 in Preston, Ont., Canada. Their three children and spouses will be honoring them with a special evening out. If you wish to be a part of this celebration, send cards to 827 W. Main St.. Middleville, Mich. 49333. E. Louise Bassett is cele­ brating her 92nd birthday on June 29. 2002. She is a resi­ dent of Buehler Rd. for 55 years. A family picnic is planned for her on June 29. The family of Bill and Juanita Dobson invite friends and relatives to share in the celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married June 7,1952 in Moline, Michigan. An open house will be held in their honor on Saturday, July 6, 2002 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the home of Don and Terri Lenartz at 2045 North M-37 Highway, Middleville. Their children are Bill and Nicky Dobson, Kirk and Jolynne Dobson, Terri and Don Lenartz, Craig and Jenmlee Dobson, and Tim and Brenda Dobson. They have seven grandchildren. AA, ALANON MEETINGS WANTED' Christian music groups, soloists & instrumentalists to perform at Leighton Church Summerfest August 24th Contact Nancy Venton at 616-891-8028 by July 19th to reserve your time slot. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Sunday, June 30 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (Casual Attire) Music Fest - Patriotic Service < Featuring: GLCC’s Worship Team and Musicians 1220 West M-179 Highway (ChiefNoonday Road - 1/12 mile east of Pattenon) Wayland, MI 49348 • 795-7903 Thalers to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Howard Thaler of 2920 Sisson Rd., Freeport. Mich, will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary June 28, 2002. They were married June 28. 1942 at Freeport Methodist Church, by minister Rev. Everett Love. They have three sons. Gene Thaler, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Thaler, and Mr and Mrs. Gayle Thaler; and seven grandchildren. They will be getting together with their families to celebrate. .sfteav nleasnve ^-HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Eventng$ Always Available [Need we sav more?) 15 Year fixed Rate Mortgages j=5KsNow open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, ter THURSDAY 6.125% 6 296% APR 629 W. State St., Hastings (Locatea acroea from K-mart) MAl^S/TREET Call today for Appointments’ 122 E. 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Their family will host an open house at Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia on June 29, 2002 at 7 p.m. Hope to see you there. The children of Gene and Velma Glass are proud to announce their golden anniversary. They were married June 28, 1952. A small family party is being planned. Their children include Shirley Miller, Eugene and Barb Glass, Bob and Bobbie Taffee, and Karen Glass. They have 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchil­ dren. Send cards to Gene and Velma Glass. 8301 Bowens Mill Rd., Middleville. Mich. 49333. VBS set at Caledonia Methodist 1/2 hr. - *2^ *20 Massage 1 hr. - ‘46-*40 1 hr. - *«5-*55 1/2 hr. 1 hr. - ‘4T-‘4O ————— Receive s5 OFF with this coupon for massage therapy, hot stone massage or maternity massage. ' [ Void 7-7-02 / “SonCanyon River Adventure is this year’s theme for the Caledonia United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School July 8-11 for kids ages 3 through 12. The adventure will teach survival skills for life based on Proverbs - “Follow God’s Instructions, Choose Friends Wisely, Make Peace, Show Respect and Trust Jesus!” Young SonCanyon explor­ ers will make canyon crafts, sing canyon songs and play games like “Shoot the Rapids.” But the heart of the SonCanyon adventure is the daily Bible lessons that teach kids to trust Jesus as their Savior who helps them to make wise life choices. The SonCanyon adventure will begin at 6 p.m. and last until 7:30 p.m. For addition- al information, call the United Methodist Church at 891-8669. For Sale By Owner 605 Bernard Middleville Custom built, 2352 sq ft., 3 bedrooms w/wood floors, 2 baths, central air, fire-___ place in family room, inground, heated pool in the vil iage of Middleville All for $149,000 Call 795-8828for more information Free Tanning! /Receive One FREE tanning visit' ' with your paid 4-visit (5 with free [ visit) tanning package and this i \ coupon. 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Later, children got to operate a fire hose, too. Freeport Library continues to honor local heroes by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The theme at the Freeport library this summer is “Real American Heroes Read." Everyday heroes who live and work around the Free­ port community will read at special “Wednesday Morn­ ings with a Hero" sessions at 10 a m. during June and July. The next hero to read is Freeport EMI . l>am Forbes who will be at the library on Wednesday, June 26. She will be bringing an emer­ gency vehicle. Each week the selected hero will share a story, an­ swer questions and talk with young readers. This year the Freeport Li­ brary offers three levels of fun. "Minutemen’’ are for chil­ dren who are still at the "read-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prizes. “Patriots” are readers ages 6-12 reading at their own Freeport has received one level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week of the $100 grants which for seven weeks. Readers was used to buy books. Meijer will present two of who complete the goal will receive a free ticket to a the $100 to parents. Freeport Whitecaps game. There are will send a name to go in also weekly prizes and this special drawing from chances to win tickets to the names of adults who Craig’s Cruisers, the IMAX bring children to the library theater, a Disney trip or this summer. A special program for the even to a Detroit Pistons whole family is scheduled game. Teen readers, the third on Thursday, July 11. at 2 p.m. with musician Kim level, again arc welcome at the Freeport Library this Domke. who will lead a pa­ triotic sing-a-iong. summer. All teens, ages 13The summer reading pro­ 19, who sign up receive a gram will end with a Cup free video rental. Each Stacking Camp hosted by reader who completes the “Mr. Jim,” who will demon­ goal of reading 20 hours in strate a fast moving and fun seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ July 31. Freeport District Library gible for other prizes do­ is at 209 S. State St. in Free­ nated by Union Bank. Adults who bring children port. Call 765-5181 for in­ to the library can register for formation about any of the a special prize. This year special library programs this Miranda and Meijer’s con- summer. tinued the grant program for the libraries in the Lakeland Cooperative. Obituaries Gloria Jean Dennis MIDDLEVILLE - Gloria Jean (Beckw ith) Dennis, age 56, of Middleville, went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday. June 16. 2002 after a short fight with cancer and pneumonia. Gloria was bom in Grand Rapids. Ml on June 1. 1946. Gloria Jean Dennis was a homemaker, she devoted her life to her family and church, she was a caring, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, doing kind deeds for family and friends. She was a member of the first Baptist Church of Middleville She loved doing crafts of all kinds especially loved making angels. Site was preceded in death by her father Albert Beck with and a sister Suzie. Gloria is survived by her husband of 34 years. Victor The Senior Citizens Com­ munity Room will be closed in July, but TK Community Education has some activi­ ties planned in August and September for area seniors. An ice cream social is planned for the Aug. 19 meeting in the pavilion at Spring Park in Middleville. Area seniors are invited to have ice cream and a chance to visit with new and old friends. Social time begins at 1 p.m. in case of inclem­ ent weather, ice cream will be served at the Senior Citi­ zens Community Room. 507 W. Main. A special “Back to School Party” is planned for Sept. 16 meeting. The theme re­ volves around old-fashioned school days. Tammy Pen­ nington with the Barry County Commission on Ag- A. Dennis; sons. Victor L. Dennis of Kalamazoo. Char­ les A. (Carol) Dennis of Middleville; daughter. Ann Mane (Jeff) Junge of Mid­ dleville; four grandchildren; her mother. Donna (Curtis) Beckwith of Grand Rapids; sisters, Linda (Roger) Starr of Chelsea. Elaine (David) Moore of Kent City , several nieces. nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, June 19. 2002 at the First Baptist Church of Middle­ ville. Pastor Bruce Stewart officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middle­ ville. Memonal contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made bv Beeler Funeral Home. Middles iUe. Call 945-9554 for ACTION ads. ing will be special guest. The senior citizens’ first trip of the season will be to Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre to see “South Pacific” Sept 20. The group will travel by school bus to see the pro­ duction. which includes such familiar musical num­ bers as "Some Enchanted Evening.' "There is Nothin' Like a Dame.* "Younger Than Springtime" and "I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair." Please call the community education office to reserve a spot for this favorite musical set in an island paradise dur­ ing World War II and leave a name and message on the phone. Someone will return a call in early August. Fee is $30 and includes transporta­ tion. ticket and Cornwell s turkey dinner. . Deadline for reserving tickets is Aug. 16. Call 7953397 for more information or to leave a message. *v Flags & Flag Poles Fourth of July Decorations & Party Goods 1/2 Off Card Shop f / f Rainbows End^ Yarn, Craft & Variety 3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave.. Caledonia. 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June 19. and some of the stories featured fish. This year’s summer read- Doing the craft is an important part of story hour. Open Sunday June 30,1:00-4:00 Price Reduced • Owners Motivated Better than new! Finished daylight, lower level, central air. 95% efficient furnace, 3 full baths. 3 bedrooms possibly 4. all appliances included. - 1649 PINECONE Off M-37 between Hastings & Middleville Alice Bradley JFl (MT: (616) 458-3655 ext. 138 Ira* t Res: (616) 656-9171; Fax: (6161 458-1618 El-mail: ahrudley (.<> grar.com Gzntuifc. ing club registration contin­ ues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July Readers can pick up a list of “Hot Books for Cool Summer Reading." which includes a bookmark to color. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. A special program from the Kalamazoo Nature Cen­ ter, featuring “Animal Champions” for all ages, will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday. June 26. This is a fun program for all ages. The next story hour, titled “Free to Read,” with stories about libraries, will be Wednesday, July 3. Children are invited by storyteller Francey Tobin, to “Come for the story and stay for the craft.” Story hour begins at 10 a.m. There will be other story hours for the youngest read­ ers scheduled on Wednes­ days, July 10 and July 17, all at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day. July 23. “Just for Teens” the li­ brary will hold a special presentation on Thursday, July 25 at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores soon. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30. with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club Real Estate For The Real World"1 Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25. reading club participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize draw ings. The Thomappie Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thomap­ pie Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. Story teller Francey To­ bin regales readers with a tale of 12, 11. 10. 9 and fewer fish. Western Michigan University dean’s list has 24 from area Twenty-four area students have been named to the dean's list for achieving at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age of a possible 4.0 for the winter term at Western Michigan University. The students, their home­ towns, parents where infor­ mation was made available and major fields of study were: • Jason J. Bishop of Alto, son of Kimble Bishop and Cindi Farrow, elementary group minors. • Amy C. Hutchinson of Alto, daughter of Bruce and Mary Hutchinson, English. • Jaclyn K. Shurmack of Alto, daughter of James and Linda Shurmack, English. • Jaclyn C. Yonker of Alto, daughter of David and Marcia Yonker, family stud­ ies. • Michelle N. Davis of Caledonia, daughter of Ken­ neth and Cynthia Davis, marketing. • Jennifer L. Finkbeiner of Caledonia, daughter of John and Elizabeth Finkbeiner, elementary group minors. • Cara M. Hedstrom of Caledonia, daughter of James and Suzanne Hed­ strom, industrial design. • Kelly M. Hemmes of Caledonia, daughter of Kim and Susan Hemmes, ele­ mentary group minors. • Kara A. Hollern of Cale­ donia, English. • Steven M. Homrich of Caledonia, pre-physical edu­ cation. exercise science. • Nicole J. Kraus of Cale­ donia. daughter of Gregory and Trinidad Kraus, finance. • Mark A. Lyons of Cale­ donia, son of William and Sally Lyons, electrical engi­ neering. • Brett J. McGovern of Caledonia, son of Gregory and Rhonda McGovern, fi­ nance. • Amanda Beth Morrison of Caledonia, daughter of Jon and Joyce VanderBee, physical education, exercise science. • Dale H. Wicks of Cale­ donia, son of Don and Terrie Wicks, English. • Jason L. Albaugh of Middleville, son of Law­ rence and Sharon Albaugh, biology. • Peter R. Baker of Mid­ dleville, psychology. • David J. Beckering of Middleville, son of David Beckering and Elizabeth Hoffman, management. • Susan E. Beckering of Middleville, marketing. • Stacy Idcma of Mid­ dleville, daughter of Steven and Ellen idcma, elementary group minors. • Joshua D. Mosey of Middleville, son of William and Cheryl Mosey, history. • Meredith K. Van Houten of Middleville, daughter of Garry and Marion Van Houten, nursing. • Randy L. VanHoutcn of Middleville, son of Garry and Marion Van Houten, aviation flight science, • Gary Winchester of Middleville, son of Wayne and Tina Winchester, ac­ countancy. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads Reach over 11,000 area homes ‘lac*! ofoce independents owned anc operates Gl X LAKE AREA. 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Sales • Service • Supplies • Upgrades Phone: 616-891-8470 • Fax: 616-891-8472 Summer Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10-6; Fri. 10-7; Sal. & Sun. Closed * Douglas Austin - �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 9 Boy Scouts, Heritage Association to raise funds during garage sale bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The community garage sales Thursday through Sat­ urday in Middleville will have lots of bargains, and it will be easy to get to lots of sales in Middleville area neighborhrxxls. Some local organizations are taking the opportunity to raise money by holding sales of their own. Boy Scouts in Middleville Troop #105 hope to raise enough money to replace their equipment trailer. The trailer started life as a snow­ mobile trailer and was do­ nated to the scouts more than 20 years ago. It has served the troop well as it carried camping equipment on excursions near and far. Now it is no longer road worthy and the troop is trying to raise the $2,400 needed to replace it. Work with the Lions Club during the chicken dinner this spring and other efforts have them more than a third of the way toward their goal. Life Scout Mike Wangerow and First Class Scout Lance VanPutten has organized the troop's participation in this sale. They will be holding their sale in the parking lot at the Middleville Methodist Church from 9 a m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. June 29. They will be donating a por­ tion of their profits to the church's building fund as well. The boys will be selling all kinds of items, including camping equipment, during the sale. They arc accepting donated items, which can be dropped off at the church af­ ter 1 p.m. Friday. June 28. VanPutten says, "We hope to be able <0 replace the trailer by the time we go to Camp Gerber on July 21...” “We will accept donations to our trailer fund as well. We really appreciate the support of the community," Wangerow says. Troop 105 will be helping slake the thirst and hunger of shoppers by selling lem­ onade and chips Saturday. Boys will continue to work to raise funds to re­ place the trailer following the sale. They have a 20x30 tent available to rent this School budget, from pg. 3 the carpeting for that par­ ticular school at cost, with no labor charge. President Gless asked Dean to thank Sobie Com­ pany on behalf of the board, “That’s wonderful.” • Adopted two recommen­ dations from the Middle School Planning Committee. Recommendation #1 con­ sists of opening a “second and distinct” middle school rather than one school on two campuses. According to the written proposal, “The primary reason for this rec­ ommendation revolves around our capacity to build community within a build­ ing and to personalize edu­ cation.” It is also felt that two schools would help the students feel like they “be­ long” and may provide them with more opportunities like student council, sports, etc. Recommendation #2 is that the two separate schools provide similar opportuni­ ties for students (common curriculum, access to musi­ cal and athletic programs, etc.) but have some ability to accommodate the needs of the families and teachers assigned to the building. This model would be the same as our elementary model; schools essentially the same but having their own unique culture and character. Questions regarding these two recommendations should be addressed to ei- Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads ther Director of Instruction/School Improve­ ment Chris Burns or CMS Principal Buzz Leatherman. • Approved The Writer’s Handbook district wide for grades K-12, published by Great Source, Inc. The text has been available for public review since the board meeting on May 21. • Granted leaves of ab­ sence for Allison White of Emmons Lake and Lynn Prince of CHS. Accepted to the Kent Intermediate School District’s Parent Ad­ visors for Special Education Committee (PASE) Re­ gional Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) for the term 2002-05 was Chris Standish. Transferring within the district are Karlene Hantle, Joan Wallace and Shirley Besteman. Resigning are Deb Greenhoe as TMI Dut­ ton and Jonay Casares as parapro for Emmons Lake. • Adopted 17 new/revised policies, including #2370 Educational Options, #4120.09 Volunteers - Sup­ port Staff. #6210 Fiscal Planning and #8350 Confi­ dentiality. • Approved the new pol­ icy to award high school di­ plomas to W'orld War II Veterans. “The Board of Education recognizes the service provided to the country and the individual sacrifices made by veterans of World War 11. Since many of these vet­ erans left high school in or­ der to fight for their country, the board wishes to recog­ nize their efforts by award­ ing a high school diploma to qualified military veterans in accordance w ith Public Act 181 of 2001 r summer. Information about tent rental will be available Saturday during the sale. Wangerow says. "We think this project shows that the scouting spirit exists in Middleville. It has been great to cooperate with the Lions Club and the Method­ ist Church." Members of the Thornapple Heritage Association will be busy Wednesday evening sorting the donated items they will have for sale during the entire 3 days of the Community Garage Sale. They have picked a his­ toric location for their sale at Lance VanPutten (on left) and Mike Wangerow show why they are raising 614 W. Main St. This Main Street home of association money for a new equipment trailer. The existing one has seen lots of camping member Dr. Eldon trips. Newmyer has a historical marker, noting its start in life as the Carveth House. Once the tent is erected on the lawn, the association will be ready to accept do­ nated items. They will use money raised to work on projects of the association. The Thornapple Heritage Association will meet at Carveth Village, beginning in September. Information about the association will be available at the sale this weekend and at the associa­ tion's booth during Heritage Day on Sept. 7. 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MtddleviHe Ml/June 25. 2002 Robbie Blain (in striped robe) planned this year’s Vacation Bible School experi­ ence It's anybody's guess whether this year will bring the favor of a cooling shower from the Caledonia Fire Rescue trucks. f(x>d booths. Among them will be Sons of the Ameri­ can legion with barbecue chicken and ox roast din­ ners, Knights of Columbus with hot dogs, brats, drinks and snow cones and Bright side Community Church with ice cream and hot dogs. What’s a celebration without entertainment, and free al that. In theafternoon the main stage (upper park­ ing lot) will be host to Jes­ sica and Duffy with a country and western revue, the Inspira­ tions with nostalgic rock. Harmony Dance Source with patriotic dance themes, the Strike Percussion En­ semble with jazz, Zen with new rock, and the Caledonia Dance Center. Other entertainment in­ cludes a puppet show for kids by Alaska Baptist Church and Wayfarer Church will be tie-dying Tshirts for free (bring your own 100% cotton shirt), plus Little Lambs Pre-School will offer face painting and washable tattoos. Thornapple Flora LENT cSALEdi CLEARANCE on all flats, hanging baskets, geraniums, combo planters Thornapple Floral M-37 at Middleville Marketplace Tent is open Monday to Friday 9-7; Saturday 9-4 795-3331 SRUE1 SPUE! SPUE! SfiUEl SPUE! SPUE! SPUE! The Caledonia AMBUCS service club, which helps children with disabilities, will operate their AmTryke demonstration trailer in the lower parking lot. It will showcase new tricycles that enable disabled children to ride freely with their peers while improving their mus­ cle strength and motor skills. Softball games between area teams will be held, as well as the antique tractor pull contest. A first annual horseshoe tournament for adults and family teams will be held in area C with prizes being awarded; while pre­ registration is requested (call Bryan Harrison - 318-8216), it is not mandatory. The Caledonia Boy Scouts, Troop #202, will of­ fer kids games, and an air cushion room. At 1 p.m., near the Shelter House, there will be pie and watermelon eating contests, frog and tur­ tle races, three-legged and wheelbarrow races, a penny scramble and hula-hoop contest. Prizes for children will be awarded. In the lower parking lot, Caledonia Fire Rescue will be show­ casing their fire trucks along with the traditional water games. The annual fireworks dis­ play over the lake starts at dusk and can easily be seen from Caledonia Middle Continued next column Leighton United Methodist Church travels back in time When children and adults leave the trappings of mod­ ern life behind in the front parking lot and walk around the Leighton Methodist Church, they can travel back in time. During the week of June 17-20, Robbie Blain created “Marketplace 29 A.D.,’* a world where the 12 Tribes of Israel made room for the modern children of the Mid­ dleville area. Perhaps the tents were made of nylon, but the world was ancient. Children dressed in robes, learned to folk dance, read Bible stories, made bricks, had animals to learn about and, of course, enjoyed snacks. More than 100 chil­ dren participated in this year's vacation Bible school experience, which was planned by Blain, who re­ cently graduated from Thor­ napple Kellogg Middle School. From previous column School and the Caledonia Village Shopping Center on M-37. A rain date is sched­ uled for Sunday, June 30. Celebration in the Park 2002 is sponsored and sup­ ported by the village and township of Caledonia, local businesses that donate money and prizes, and the many volunteers who donate their time and talents. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Participants gathered in the Marketplace and changed into traditional costumes before visiting vari­ ous stations Qzntui^ Sandy Schuelke Pearson-Cook Office 363-4883 ext. 2227 Cell: 430-7315 See With HASTINGS - 702 W. Grand St. SE. (M-43 to Green St, south on Young to W. Grand, corner of Young and Grand) Beautiful home with heated in-ground pool Decorated m neu­ tral colors, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, ceramic tile entry, natu­ ral woodwork throughout, lovely oak cabinetry in kitchen, formal dining room with awesome chandelier, sitting room facing pool area, custom built-ms, main floor laundry, large cement patio with covered bar. central air, 2 car garage, and so much more! Close to everything All for $147,000. A �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 11 Big Brothers Big Sisters hires senior caseworker Lani Jane Stacks was re­ cently hired as the new sen­ ior caseworker for the Barry County Big Brothers Big Sisters program. She officially began her duties May 13. She is work­ ing out of an office at the Barry Intermediate School District. She is currently looking for adult volunteers wanting to be a mentor to a young person. Stacks, who lives in Bat­ tle Creek, has a degree in so­ ciology from Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie. She has worked as a project coordinator for the Arc of Calhoun County, as a coordinator of a program providing assistance to attor­ neys doing pro bono work, and as a volunteer case­ worker for the American Red Cross. Since 1997 she’s been a substitute teacher. Stacks said the program already has some volunteers, and a few children have been referred for matches. “We’ve got funding for the near future,” she said. "My responsibility right now is recruiting volunteers and letting the community know the service is here for children between the ages of six through 17.” “The steering committee is pleased to be hire Lani. I am so pleased that so much local support went to the program this past year,” lo­ cal BB/BS committee mem­ ber Nancy Goodin said. One of her first duties was to meet members of the Barry Community Resource Network. The BCRN has been working for two years ^Saving on home insurance is “No Problem." undreds of thousands of families are saving ago.” Some $50,000 was raised for the program. “One of the things that was real impres­ sive was the generosity of individuals, corporations, businesses, agencies and foundations throughout the community," Mohler said. More than $5,000 was raised in the Thornapple Kellogg and Middleville area. Lani Stacks to get the Big Brothers Big Sisters program going in Barry County, according to BB/BS committee member Tom Mohler. Through school officials, representatives of local hu­ man service agencies, and surveys of needs in Barry County, Mohler said that “it became real clear there was a need for mentoring oppor­ tunities for youngsters in Barry County. We were get­ ting more and more reports that many youngsters needed an adult caring friend.” The BCRN formed a steering committee “to de­ termine what would be the best way to address those needs. We looked at a num­ ber of different mentoring models. Some were church­ based, some community or school-based. We had pres­ entations from four different agencies.” Big Brothers Big Sisters “offered the best fit for Barry County.” Mohler said. “It seemed like they had the capacity to be more responsive to the individual needs of youngsters.” Rep­ resentatives from the Kala­ mazoo office of BB/BS came to Barry County and "helped us determine what needed to be done,” Mohler said. “Our end goal was to have a full-time person pro­ viding services. So we set about raising funds and reached our goal 4-5 months money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Stop in and ask us about > quality pro tection. with flexi­ I Bi The earliest stop watches were known as pulse watches. Made in the 1680s. they were used by doctors. ble payment plans and "No Problem claim If everything were to turn out just like I would want it to. then I would insurance thing new; my life would be an endless repetition of stale successes. —Hugh Prather huusn finU from people willing to do something like this as a vol­ unteer.” she said. Being in the Big Brother Big Sister program can be rewarding for adults as well as chil­ dren, she said. “A lot of adults have an enriched life" because of their involvement with the program, she said. “Life gets kind of boring. A child puts a little magic in your life.” W’hile working as a sub­ stitute teacher, she said, she saw first hand the need for adult mentors for children. “The classroom's very lim­ ited. After school and be­ yond is where you make it all happen." For more information on the program, contact Stacks at 945-9545. Ext. 53. ^siIebAatwn in the (paAk 2002 family Jam JoA HU Gjjka Sponsors: Caledonia Independence Day Celebration Committee Village and Township ot Caledonia, Area Businesses June 28th Friday Evening: Stock Truck Pull begining after dinner time in the far west side of Caledonia Lakeside Park (Contact Aaron Bravata 891.4077) June 29th Saturday: Annual Community Parade, forms in the Caledonia High Parking Lot al 9 30am, no pre-regisfration or fee required, parade will sktf promptly al I0.30om and go down Mam Street to Maple Street; its the taw: do not throw or hand out anything (candy, etc) from a moving vehicle; Caledonia Lakeside Park Events/Activities (Begin at Noon) Parking: Caledonia High School, Caledonia State Bonk Free Shuttle Bus Service (to and from Caledonia High School, Caledonia Stale Bank), Noon until after 4pm, Courtesy of Caledonia Community Schools No Parking in Lakeside Park without permission of gate security, Handicapper Parking allowed at Lakeside Park, but only with state handicapper sticker; please ask gate security tor assistance UPPER PARKING LOT: OPENING CEREMONY: American Legion 305 Honor Guard, welcome from Village President and Township Supervisor, and Township's 2002 ‘Hometown Hero' Butch Welton FOOD BOOTHS: Sons of American Legion (soda, water, ox roast sandwiches, half of (barbeque) chicken dinner * Knights of Columbus: (Brats. Hot Dogs, Potato Chips, Snow Cones, Soda) Caledonia Choir Colton Candy Bnghf Side Community Church: ice cream, hot dogs • MAIN STAGE TENT: (Overlooking Emmons Lake) • LOCAL TALENT SHOW: Jessica & Ddty, The inspirations, Hjmony Dance Source. ’Srike' Percussion Drum Band Zen Band, Caledon^ Dance Center BIGGEST • HEADQUARTERS TENT: (by playground equipment) * Information, Lost & Found, First Aid, Kent Sheriff's Dept Summer Safety information SHELTER HOUSE AREA (NORTH OF UPPER PARKING LOT) * Caledonia Boy Scouts Troop 202 (starts at noon) (Kids Games/Pnzes Given, Air Cushion Rides) • Family Games (start at 1pm) Prizes Given Turtle & Frog Races, Go Fish, Three-Legged, Sack Roce, Hula Hoop Contest, Watermelon Eating Pie Eating Contest ♦ Children's Puppet Show, Alaska Baptist Church Free Tie-Dying of your 100% While Colton Shirt, Wayfarer Church * Little Lambs Pre-School face painting, washable tattoos SOUTHSIDE PARK LAWN (ON YOUR RIGHT AS YOU ENTER PARK) * Caledonia Fire-Rescue (Water Gomes, Safety, & Fire Truck Displays) * Caledonia AMBUCS demonstrate their AMTRYKES, a specialty mode tricycle that enables disabled children to ride freety while improving their muscle strength and motor stalls SOUTHWEST PARK (ON YOUR LEFT AS YOU ENTER PARK) • Softball Gomes (at bcseooli diamond) • Horse Shoe Tournament (area C near boH diamonds/ vohjntanly pre-register 2 person adulVtomity teams al 318.8216 with Supervisor Bryan Harrison, prizes for winning teams • Antique Farm Tractor Pull (1955 or older factory equipped farm tractors, minimum tee to enter, prizes given) Fireworks Pick Your Fireworks Viewing Spot Early: Caledonia Middle School Parking Lot D&w Shopping Mall (M-37) BOB NKCXfk Phss/dwx 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Ml 49333 (616) 891-8208 (616) 795-3309 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 “It’s real exciting." Moh­ ler said. “We’ve gone from identifying a need to devel­ oping an action plan, raising funds, and interviewing ’ for a caseworker. “We feel in­ credibly fortunate to have Lani with us to help make it all happen." Stacks said it's going to take time to develop the pro­ gram. “I'm eager to hear Fireworks Rain Date: youngest in the nation June SOtli �Page 12ZThe Sun and News MiddteviWe Ml/June 25. 2002 Crafts and more offered at the Caledonia Library By Patricia Johns Staff Writer Puppets, kites and now global crafts are adding to the fun during the Caledonia Library’s summer reading program. On Thursday. June 27, the fun continues at 10:30 a.m. with a Round the World craft day. For all ages and with several different skill levels, participants will cre­ ate “make and take" pro­ jects. This program is sched­ uled for the Caledonia Township Hall at 250 Maple St. The library will bring some of the fun out doors during the Independence Day parade in Caledonia Saturday. June 29. Creatures from favorite books will be in the parade. Marionettes are featured Gordon Negen of the Mackinaw Kite company shows Caledonia summer read­ ing club participants at a workshop held at the Caledonia Townshtp Hall how a stunt kite works. The next summer reading program will be a Round the World Craft Day on Thursday, June 27 at the township hall beginning at 10 30 a m (Photo by Cathy L. Rueter) Hanna Kelly looks up expectantly to Tisha Wells, children's program coordinator for the Cale­ donia Branch of the Kent District Library, for help with a kite during a recent workshop. (Photo by Cathy L. Rueter) i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i mith iamond i - " SOUTH OFFICE i ___ i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i i OPEN HOUSE: Sun., June 30 i 1-4 pm • 6835 McCords i M-37 to 84th St. to McCords, north to house CALEDONIA: Hard to i find 1279 sq. ft., large lot i with mature trees, home i has been remodeled. Imme­ i diate possession. $96,900. i For more information, call i Ryan Ogle, 901-4541. i i Smith-Diamond Realtors* i TO11 Free 1-888-891-0107 i Deanna McCulfor 891-2222 891-2222 i Elizabeth Kelson Ryan Ogle 891-2222 Brenner 891-2222 i Mel David Pratt 877-4010 Katie Cummlford 262-2021 i Kay Cummlford Ron Prins 891-2222 291-3330 Ron Richards 891-7176 891-2222 i Sharon Emerson Jennifer Russo 891-2222 Joan Gulkema 891-2222 i Maryanne Hoeksma Dave Vanderwoude 891-2222 891-7183 i Heather Lake Ted VanDuinen 891-2222 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 i Debra Lampanl 262-8333 Sam Wright ..................... 891-2222 John McCleve 891-7171 i Wendy Zandstra .......... 891-SOLD Mary Kay McCleve 891-7172 i S FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 -D 444444 44 4 4. 44444 44 i i i i i i i i i in the Stevens Puppets pres­ entation of “Sleeping Beauty” Thursday. July 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the Town­ ship Hall. This program is appropriate for those 5 years of age and older. The final program sched­ uled for the Township Hall will be Thursday, July 18. with Tim Salisbury who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.” This is an entertaining event for the whole family at 10:30 a.m. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will host a fun beaded wire jew­ elry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre­ registration is required and participation is limited to 15. This years summer’s reading club invites readers into the Winner’s Circle for children entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read, Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library is open from 2 4 Christopher J. Hier, to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The Caledonia Library doesn’t ignore adults, either. Book discussions are planned Wednesdays. July 3. and Aug. 7. Each session begins at 7 p.m. and is a re­ laxed way to share books adults may love or hate. On July 3 readers can bring their favorite “Miss Read” novel or their best loved escape fiction. The mystery is. “Why are somebooks summer books?” The popular Farmer’s Market will return. This year it will be held at the Caledo­ nia Farmers Elevator Com­ pany at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia li­ brary. the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, July 13. Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Bargains will be available at the annual Inde­ pendence Day celebration sale on Saturday. June 29. There will be special bag sale prices. The sale begins at 10 a.m. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Li­ brary is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Em­ mons St. For more informa­ tion about any of these sum­ mer programs, call 6473840. Obituaries James L. Wilson MILLBROOK, MI James L. Wilson passed away June 18, 2002 at his home in Millbrook, Ml. Jim graduated from Thornapple Kellogg in 1950. He served in the Army for 20 years and was dis­ charged at 42 years as a Master Sergeant. Surviving are his wife Sally (Weidman) and five children; Danny and Dawn Wilson, Lincoln and Deanna Wilson, Becky and Chris Bowers, Paul and Paula Wilson, Anna and Duane NEW Bean, 10 grandchildren; brothers. Jack and Pat Wilson, Gordon (Cork) Wilson; sister, Lois Kidder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Ivah Wilson; brofher-in-law, Eugene Kidder, Jr. and nephew, Joe Wilson. Funeral services were held June 21. 2002 at Remus, MI. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be sent to 2992 2 Mile Rd., Blanchard. MI 49310. SUMMER HOURS: 616-891-1240 Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-11 p.m. General Dentistry for Children & Adults Friday & Saturday, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available XTTE .WHITE Conveniently located on M~3?in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) and friendly Video Games Pinball Machines 11J12 W. M-179 Hwy Chet Noonday i Boggs Ad between the She* Stamen 4 ’he Sea Shanty �The Sun and News Middle MI'June 25 2002/Page 13 . Lepard housingjwject, park moves forward by Ruth Zachary • Staff Writer A request for a develop­ ment planned on the histone 138-acre lepard property was presented June 19 by Doug Stalsenberg of Exxel Engineering at its first read­ ing by the Caledonia Town­ ship Board. The development pro­ posal has used various names over the past few years, the last being "Cherry Valley Woods and Cherry Valley Meadows PUD,’ which was thought to be confusing by one township trustee because of the over­ use of Cherry Valley for so many businesses and devel­ opments already. The properly, bounded by Cherry Valley, 76th Street and Broadmoor Avenue, will set aside 56 acres of natural hardwood forest area on the northwest side as a township park. The goal is also to protect as many full size trees as is possible on the part of the property, which is to be de­ veloped with both single family units and 141 du­ plex. and triplex family dwellings at an average of 1.6 units per acre. Single family units may also be constructed on ends of culde-sacs. Originally 17 single family units were proposed, now increased to 33. Plans for the PUD hous­ ing development and Lepard Park were brought back to the Planning Commission March 4 for an amendment to the plan which would in­ crease the density from a previous plan. The reason for the increase in density was the formation of the North West Sewer and Wa­ ter districts and the change of planned zoning to me- Call 945-9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. dium density for the area in the new master plan. The Planning Commis­ sion recommended approval of the amendments with conditions, mainly that the Kent County Road Commis­ sion approve the placement of driveways on Cherry Val­ ley and on 76th. and that the Kent County Drain Com­ mission approve the drain­ age plans. The Road Commission did ask for a change in the street placement 50 feet to the east on 76th Street, so streets and the lot configuration were adjusted. The public road right of ways are 50 feet on 76th Street and 60 feet from the road center on Cherry Valley A Road Commission re­ quest to lower the hill on Cherry Valley was not re­ quired, and was a pre-exist­ ing condition not affected by the project, so the plan will not include this recommen­ dation. The KCRC’will deal with further traffic measures in the area after more develop­ ment occurs and as traffic is affected. Development details: Building styles and materi­ als will be varied, subject to site plan approval later on in the process. Adjustments to the generic footprints of the structures are expected. A sidewalk will be in­ stalled on one side of the street in the single family area, and walking trails would connect with the park trails. A fairly large detention pond planned at the south­ east corner of the property which would serve as a sig­ nificant detention area and would drain into the county storm water system in a con­ trolled manner. A culvert drains west to east across Cherry Valley, about 200 feet south of the property, Stalsenberg said in March. Trustee Wally Bujak said water backs up across the road in spite of drains in place. There are adjustments planned. The Road Commis­ sion has approved the drain­ age plans Bujak said he wanted the details of the project to conform with the new Kent County storm wa­ ter ordinance. Stalsenberg said the requirements were more stringent than previ­ ously planned for. but were not unrealistic or out of line. He said the standards were being developed in relation to details of projects as they unfold. The DEQ did not make a wetland determination, but instead, a private firm, McGregor, did one. estab­ lishing the perimeter of the wetlands, including seasonal variations. This will remain intact. Trustee Bill Bravata asked the engineer to pay at­ tention to the depths of foundations, floor heights, etc., being mindful of prob­ lems resulting in another de­ velopment in the area. He said a lot of 100 year rains had occurred in the last few years. John Lepard in March said several native ground species are present on the pristine property, with a Flo­ ristic Quality Index rating of 59 by the DEQ. The rating compares to an average FQI of 20. A rating above 35 rates a property as worthy of preservation. A rating above 50 is extremely rare. This is why the family would like it to remain in its natural state. He said even the place­ ment of the buildings on the property would be adjusted to take advantage of the ter­ rain and natural features. The park concept would be to keep the area accessi­ ble by low impact walking trails but protected from rec­ reational and motorized traf­ fic. An open space in the park area would be used for picnic tables and parking, it was explained. The park portion of the property is to be a gift to the township. 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(M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891 -9000 FAX 616/891 -9025 �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/June 25, 2002 Caledonia Twp, financial audit gets ‘thumbs up’ by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Auditor Dan Valdez from the firm Siegfried, Crandall. Vos and Lewis gave a posi­ tive evaluation June 19 of Caledonia Township’s fi­ nancial status for the third year in a row. He said he had met with the Finance Committee on several occasions. Valdez said financial reports arc the board's responsibility, to an­ swer a previous question from the Finance Commit­ tee. Commenting on the con­ dition of the township's fi­ nances, he said in the audit­ ing process, "Wc look at sig­ nificant transactions and bal­ ances, and the health of the general fund." He said all the funds were adequate. The fund balance is at $1.5 million, which rep­ resents roughly 50 percent of the year's expenditures. "I would say that's a very healthy position to be in." This means having six months of funds set aside to cover expenses of an emer­ gency nature, he explained. He said it was especially good in light of the state's announcement that it would cut state revenue sharing payments by as much as 20 percent. He said it may not be known by everyone, but 60 percent of the township’s fi­ nances is from state shared revenues, from property taxes. A system of checks and balances, and internal con­ trols is used. He found no serious conditions or prob­ lems. He said Caledonia has a very capable staff with a good system of internal con­ trols. He said the township staff is very helpful and the firm appreciates the amount of professional assistance given, especially by Clerk Pat Snyder and Treasurer Jill Cardwell. Both Richard Robertson (Finance Committee), and Cardwell said contacts with the firm had been very help­ ful. In other action last week. Richard Thacker was ap­ proved for employment as township enforcement offi­ cer. pending acceptance of the offer. A salary range of $28,000 to $35,000 was ap­ proved. with the lowest amount specified since it was felt Thacker did not have the zoning experience or education requested in the position description. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said Thacker's residency­ in Caledonia, personality and attitude were felt to be important factors in the choice, agreed to unani­ mously by the search com­ mittee earlier that day. He said Dave Zylstra, now handling enforcement duties in addition to plan­ ning and managerial duties, needed relief as soon as pos­ sible. Robertson said he was concerned that perhaps the choice was made based on aspects other applicants were unaware of and which went unaddressed in their applications because they were unstated in the position listing. He thought some of the other duties Thacker would be asked to do, de- CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting JUNE 19, 2002 The regular meeting ot the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7;00 p.m. Present: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak, Robertson, Stauffer Also Present: Planner/Manager Zylstra. UA Pierson, Denny Gillem who is running for State Rep and sev­ eral citizens Pledge and Invocation was led by Supervisor Harrison. CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Cardwell to add 10D Code enforcement hire Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add 10E Clearview property amend­ ment. Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Harnson, second Bravata to add 10H Fireworks sales permit Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Removed from the consent agenda 5F for discus­ sion PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment was made on Shagbark, roads, and pay increase for contract employee CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CHERRY VALLEY WOODS AND CHERRY VALLEY MEAD­ OWS. Doug Stalsonburg of Exxel Engineering gave a pre­ sentation. 138 acres total at 76th and Cherry Valley. 55 acres for natural preserve. 33 single fami­ ly sites and 141 attached dwelling units. Discussion was held UTILITIES REPORT: Given by Rich Pierson. AUDITORS REPORT: Dan Veldhuizen of Siegfried, Crandall, Vos & Lewis gave the report He reported on the Independent Auditors Report: Financial condition - Healthy, Internal Control: No Problems. MEDICAL REIMBURSE­ MENT REPORT - BASIC. Carl Grubb from Baste explained the different plans; the 105 plan and the 125 plan RESOLUTION SUMMER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: Moved Harrison. second Stauffer to approve the resolu­ tion fot summer special assess­ ment Roll Call Ayes All. MOTION CARRIED CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to endorse the recommendation of the Committee and hire Richard Thacker as Code Enforcement Official. Discussion was held. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. CLEARVIEW PROPERTY AMENDMENT: Don Oppenhuizen reviewed the change in his PUD. Single user and would like a tax abatement from the Township. Discussion was held and general consen­ sus was that a tax abatement would not be favorable, but the amendment would. FIREWORKS PERMIT: Same permit as approved at last meet­ ing but would like to add an addi­ tional weekend of June 29th and 30th and July 2nd. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED BOARD COMMENT: Robert­ son commends the Cherry Valley Woods and Cherry Valley Meadows that all of the informa­ tion was there when coming to the board Discussion on Shagbark, and cemeteries. Bujak welcomed Richard Thacker Moved Cardwell, second Stauffer to adjourn Patncia Snyder Clerk CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 1. 2002. at 700 p m the Planning Commission of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia will hold a pubk? heanng at the Caledonia Townshp and Village Hal. 250 South Map* Street Caledoma. Michigan, on the application of Wdkam and Victoria Johnston tor a Special Use Permit to construct a 40x60 accessory building that wil replace an existing accessory burfdng on prop­ erty located m a R-R Rural Residential Dretnct The land as to when the Speoai Use Permit is requested is commonly described as 8848 Vincent Avenue S E . parcel number 41 23 24 100 042 and legally desertoee as tokows S 660 FT OF E 1/2 NW 1/4 ’SEC 24 T5N RlOW 20 00 A AH interested persons may attend the pubbe heanng and comment upon the proposed Special Use Permit request Wntten comments may be submitted to the Townsh<) office at the *»ve-stated address up to the time of the pubbe heanng Dated June 20. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 304 fined under program assis­ tant, were perhaps more re­ lated to hiring him than en­ forcement. A medical reimbursement presentation was given by Carl Grubb from Basic, a human resource service company. The information was to answer board ques­ tions. to assist in their un­ derstanding of the directions and limits involved in differ­ ent options. A reimbursement plan has been in effect for those em­ ployees who did not partici­ pate in the health insurance plan. At present those who are not ill and don't use the reimbursement realize no benefit. A plan with a particular document in place may be chosen by the township in the future, so employees may be reimbursed without taxation. (It is not wages, and is considered a pre-tax reimbursement.) Some plans are based on employer dollars, and some plans can involve both em­ ployer and employee dol­ lars. Employee dollars in some plans no longer belongs to the employee, and the IRS does not tax them. This is called a salary reduction agreement, made in ex­ change for reimbursement of qualified expenses. This money is forfeited and re­ tained by the employer in this case, Grubb explained. In some plans, dollars in an account are placed there for eventual use to apply to medical expenses, and if not used in one year can be rolled over to the next year, for a large medical cost comes along, such as ortho­ dontic treatment for a child. It may be possible to turn the excess into wages for some employees, which would be taxed. The money could be hinged to a retire­ ment plan. Retirement dol­ lars do participate in taxa­ tion and FICA. Grubb said depending upon whether the goal was for equity between those who were enrolled in the in­ surance plan and those who were not, or whether the goal was to save on premi­ ums, (with an insurance agent,) there were appropri­ ate options the township could choose. The township medical re­ imbursement plan chosen can also be self-adminis­ tered. by an administrator not in authority to hire or fire an individual. A special assessment for the Northwest Sewer and Water districts was ap­ proved for the summer. During public comment, resident Sandy Spencer questioned recent employee pay increases, particularly regarding a cost of living in­ crease which was not given to Planner, Manager Dave Zylstra and contract employ­ ees. She wanted to know if contracts included regular performance and cost of liv­ ing increases Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said a contract is an ac­ and it is encountering pot­ cepted written agreement holes. She said the county between two parlies, which had come to fill them within was why it remained with­ the past four weeks and wondered if the township out changes. Spencer countered that a could look into the situation, previous planner. Linda An­ as to the quality and the life derson. had been given in­ expectancy of a paved road creases in her salary, though should be before it gets pot­ she did not know if she had holes. Harrison said funding of a contract. She asked if the precedent improved the pre­ roads was explained by the sent board’s chances of giv­ Kent County Road Commis­ ing the present planner a sion in a presentation. The raise "so that he will want to township does not receive continue working and you any of the gas tax that goes will not have to hire some­ to pave roads. The township body else." She asked if participates on a 45 to 55 there was personal prejudice percent share on mainte­ on the part of some of the nance of the roads. The township portion comes board. from a general fund from Harrison explained the properly taxes. contracts do have stated Pothole repairs are one of amounts and allowances in the problems the Road Com­ them, so the board honors mission is responsible for. the agreements. Warrantees and perform­ Supervisor Richard Rob­ ance of roads depends on the ertson commented that the soils underneath. "In general finance committee had rec­ there are no performance ommended the manager sal­ warranties." That was an is­ ary receive a cost of living sue with the MDOT in high­ adjustment, to put it in the way construction by outside range of area township man­ contractors like M-6. On the ager positions, but the ma­ second phase of M-6. he jority of the board did not said, some of the contractors agree. sued, questioning the ability Spencer also had ques­ of the MDOT to require tions over road maintenance that. in the township. She wanted County road commissions to know how much respon­ would be hesitant to put a sibility for the cost is that of warranty on their own work the township and the county. and to ask for it from private She asked what the mini­ contractors, while the slate mum road depths are. is facing a legal challenge, She said her road was and will likely wait to see paved after the Campau/Ket- how that is resolved, Harri­ tle Sewer lines were put in, son said. Thornapple Trail Assoc, will meet Thursday The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at the Rutland Township Hall. Anyone interested in working on the trail is in­ vited to attend this meeting. The agenda includes trail updates, work on news letter and summer activities. For more information about the Thornapplc Trail Association, contact the or­ ganization’s website at thor­ nappletrail.com or attend this meeting. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-ads ANNOUNCING THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT IS ACCEPTING BIDS UNTIL JULY 5, 2002 FOR THE FOLLOWING: 1991 CHEVROLET CAPRICE FOUR DOOR 168,000 MILES FORMER POLICE CRUISER FOR BARRY COUNTY AND THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT YOU MAY SEND YOUR BID TO THE VILLAGE HALL AT PO BOX 210, FREEPORT. Ml 49325 ATTN: TIMOTHY FISH OR BY PHONE TO (616) 765-3808 THE CRUISER WILL BE AVAILABLE TO VIEW AT THE VILLAGE HALL UNTIL 4 00 PM ON JULY 5. 2002 The bids will be open and you will have an opportunity to change your bid. �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/June 25 2002/Page 15 Yankee Springs Plan Commission takes up some difficult issues More detours in Middleville While the Grand Rapids Street and Whitneyville Road construction areas are now free of detours, another set has sprouted in Middleville. West Main Street be­ tween the M-37 intersection and Bender Road is closed for sewer work. This should be completed within a month. YANKEE SPRINGS ADVENTURE PROGRAM SCHEDULE June 25-29 •Wear mosquito repellent and/or bring some along. •Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. •Meet Ranger Diane at campsite 154 unless other­ wise stated. The Sassafras Trailhead is near the camp­ ground office. • June 25 — Fishing in the Park, 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Gun Ijike campground boat launch for catch and re­ lease fishing. Bring a pole or borrow one of ours. • June 26 — The Hunters and the Hunted, 10 a.m. Dis­ cover more about the preda­ tor and prey relationships of animals in Michigan with Ranger Diane. Meet at the Sassafras Trailhead. Forest Frenzy, 3 p.m. Ex­ plore the beauty of the forest while doing some fun activi­ ties. Meet at the Sassafras Trailhead. • June 27 — Fishing Derby, 10 a.m. Grab your pole and bait and join this wild fishing derby. Bring an adult and meet at the Gun Lake campground boat launch. Prizes will be awarded. Moving to Outer Space. 3 p.m. Discover how to take better care of our Earth while having some fun. Meet Ranger Diane at Mur­ phy's Point • June 28 — Trash the Trash. 3 p.m. If you would like to help keep Yankee Springs beautiful, join us for an hour of litter cleanup. Campfire Stories. 9 p.m Join Ranger Diane around the fire for some stories and a treat. June 29 — Bat-tastic. 10 a m. Explore the lives of these fascinating creatures with some fun activities. Survivor, 3 p.m. Learn CaU 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads more about animal adaptations while we do some fun activities. Don’t forget to bring your imagination! eat up lots of large parcels." by Patricia Johns Commission Member Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Plan­ Cathy Strickland said she ning Commission wrestled was concerned that the prox­ with some difficult issues imity of some of the new house to an existing and ac­ during the June 20 meeting. Tim Scobey had asked the tive farm might cause prob­ commission to approve re­ lems in the future. "Perhaps some people zoning a parcel at 925 S. Payne Lake Road at the May will want to buy the houses 16 meeting from agricultural next to the farm." one audi­ residential (A-R) to residen­ ence member said. Using their prerogative, tial single family. After a public hearing on that date, the board members ap­ the issue was tabled to allow proved rezoning the prop­ Scobey and his associates to erty from Agricultural Resi­ consider if a less dense zon­ dential to Rural Residential, ing classification would requiring at least one-acre lots by a vote of 5-2. work for their project. The next difficult issue Commission Chairman Richard Beukema read a let­ was the request by Jeff Koster from Bonnie Slayton and ten of Briggs Road for a Peter Jonker, protesting the special exception use permit development as too dense to allow him to have an of­ and adding too much traffic fice in his home. to the area. Beukema and This request became diffi­ the other commissioners cult when Kosten discussed questioned Scobey about his wholesale truck sales new plans. business, which will require Scobey said, "There is a him to trailer in pickup need to densify some of the trucks which he then sells at housing in the area and not vehicle auctions. These vehicles might spend time between sales on his property, which is zoned rural residential. Following a long discus­ sion the board voted 6-1 to approve the office only. Kosten may be subject to enforcement proceedings if he keeps vehicles on his property. Then the board held an in­ formal meeting with repre­ sentatives from Kay-D De­ velopment who are consid­ ering a condominium devel­ opment for an 81-acre parcel at the corner of Norris and Shaw Lake mads. Follow ing a discussion of the density of their proposed development, the sense of the board taken in a "non­ binding poll of the members was that the property should stay in the agricultural resi­ dential zoning designation. This designation now al­ lows three-acre lots. This is See hriee Springs planners, pg. 16 Introducing Your New Healthcare Partner A New Name, New Mission, New Pledge of Service To You Pennock, the name you’ve known and trusted for the area's best health care is on a new mission to serve you even better. We’ve changed our name to Pennock Health Services and put together new standards of service you'll appreciate on your very' next visit. Each and every Pennock employee and volunteer has taken a pledge to be your partner in personal, professional and progressive care. This means we pledge to treat you with courtesy, respect, professionalism and compassion while providing the most state of the art healthcare in the finest possible facility. 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She also asked if the township acknowledges any liability for approval of the original plans, and passing the final inspection of plans which were at least inade­ quate or incorrectly fol­ lowed. and led to the pro­ longed flooding problems. She asked if it was, would it contribute to the cost of the fixing the problem? She asked what the resi­ dents could do to get the situation resolved at the township level. She asked if the township would commu­ nicate with Shagbark resi­ dents about its position on these questions. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the plans had been provided, but the request for implementa­ tion must come from the ing performance of these builder, which has not yet projects. "I think it would been submitted for approval. substantially add to the time Harrison said the town­ and cost of the permit re­ ship does not assume liabil­ view process. It would ity for maintenance or op­ mean, bring your sleeping eration of plans once ap­ bag and bring your check­ proved. He said the engineer book." The township reviews and and property owner who im­ plemented the plans are re­ issues building permits sponsible. and falls mainly which are in compliance on the owner of the prop­ with the code every day. but erty, and he believed that the actual performance of would address the costs as those is still a matter for the owner. well. Harrison said in closing The supervisor said the township has cooperated comments, the purpose of with resources available by withholding building per­ mits in order to prevent ad­ ditional construction, to avoid aggravating existing stormwater problems. Trustee Bill Bravata, by Patricia Johns speaking as a builder, said Staff Writer the problems fall back on Thornapple Kellogg the integrity of the builder of the project. He said "All the Board of Education mem­ engineering provided, in the bers are buoyed by positive beginning and along the way results of a survey of 368 follows tight guidelines. The residents which delineated biggest problem was he substantial support for plans sunk the foundations too to extend a millage levy and deep in the ground and 1 add classrooms to existing don't know we have any li­ schools. Meanwhile, the school ability for that." He said litigation with board will meet with the "the gentleman" was the best State Treasury Department today (June 25) to propose option for the residents. Harrison said if the town­ extension of a $23.5 million ship was expected to take re­ bond to construct new class­ sponsibility for the everlast­ rooms and make renovations requiring an engineers plan in advance, a review of the plan, and of issuing permits was to get the best project possible, but even the best intentions will not guarantee the plan will always work. The township does not guar­ antee the plan. He said he didn't want to demonize the developer. If a plan doesn’t work, the chal­ lenge was to get him to amend the plan, and to re­ quire it to be fixed when it doesn’t work. Resident Jim Van Dean who lives north of Shagbark said the bottom of the Shag­ bark ditch is four inches higher than where the over­ flow drain from areas up­ stream which flow into it. "If we have a torrential rain like we did last July, we re going to be inundated and more units are going to have a bigger flood problem than we have right now." He wanted someone to have it taken care of. Harrison said he was dis­ cussing this situation with Township Engineer Randy Wilcox. There are several areas involved in the drain­ age district. He said all the impact on various areas is being considered. Mainte­ nance of county drains is a complex problem, in which the township .is involved with Drain Commissioner Roger Laninga. Another drainage problem could exist near Scotsmoor. another development planned to be constructed west of the Village of Cale­ donia. TK survey results in millage request Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Affordable Lawn Care Providing over 14 years of professional experience! For Free Cost Assessment Call 616-795-7063 or email: atlerdalile lawncare^hotmail.cem Yankee Springs planners, from Pg- 15 part of the master plan. The use of a planned unit development (PUD) and cluster development may be something that the develop­ ers should consider before coming before the commis­ sion with a formal rezoning or site plan request. The commission then spent the rest of their meet­ ing continuing to update their zoning ordinances and preparing for a state man­ dated change affecting clus­ ter development. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Planning Commission is at 7:30 p.m.Thursday, July 18, at the township hall. Family Dentistry of Caledonia invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 and repairs. If the $23.5 mil­ lion cost is approved by the treasury department, the board will meet in a special session at 7 a.m. Wednes­ day, June 26. so that bond language for the millage ex­ tension request can be ap­ proved. The board anticipates put­ ting this proposed project on the ballot in September for a special election. The board has decided to ask that the existing levy be extended for 10 years. Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education Presi­ dent David Smith said, "This means that residents will not see their taxes go up with the construction of these new classrooms." Smith also said that the board would be reaching out to the community to explain this new project. He stressed that one of the problems is that the state will not allow schools to project growth beyond five years. Kathy Feaster, who or­ ganized the survey, told the school board that both par­ ents and non-parents support the school district. The sur­ vey showed more support among parents, but support by non-parents did not dip below 52 percent on any question. The board continues to work with architects from Tower Pinkster Titus and construction management firm Owen Ames Kimball to refine plans to add class­ rooms to each of the existing schools. The arrangement of classrooms at the middle school with the new class­ rooms being added to the exploratory wing. Two of the classrooms will be wired for computer labs and two will be ear­ marked for exploratory classrooms. This will free classrooms in the wings for regular classes as enrollment rises. At the high school a "var­ sity gym" will be added, along with new classrooms and offices. Work will be done on ways to improve traffic flow at several of the schools and some work will be done on the outdoor athletic facili­ ties. The next regular meeting of the Thornapplc Kellogg Board will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday. July 8. Patriotic music set at Gun Lake church “Let Freedom Reign" is the theme of Music Fest on Sunday. June 30 at the Gun Lake Community Church on M-179. The concerts are held at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Pa­ triotic services have often celebrated memories of “he­ roes proved in liberating strife.” In the past these services have waved the flag for what is right and good about America and re­ minded churchgoers to pray about what is wrong with it. Members of the church believe that this year is a time to do both. Led by 6 local musicians, the church will focus on freedom through song. The music is timely and relevant for the nation and the community. The public is invited to at­ tend and reflect on the events of the past year. Gun Lake Community Church has been involved in Music Fest by bringing in bands to provide summer concerts. There are two ad­ ditional concerts scheduled for the remainder of this year including “Unto Him” on August 18 and pianist Eric Schrotcnbocr on Sep­ tember 8. Concert times arc at 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. The public is invited to at­ tend an enjoyable morning of music. Gun Lake Com­ munity Church is located at 12200 West M-179 High­ way, 1/2 east of Patterson. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON 'S DOZING 616-795 7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING-SAND, GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE BRADLEY HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! Caledonia, Michigan 795-5654 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/June 25 2002/Page 17 Clearview developer asks for different site options tion to the rail trail between the parcel and the residential complex planned behind it. The company (not named yet) apparently wants to pre­ sent an outdoor concept or association with its name. The actual deal is tentative at this point, and its new home could be elsewhere in the area. Oppenhuizen said, on the company's behalf. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said that even though the density would be greater with more buildings, the scale was a consideration. He said streets and trees with smaller businesses, pre­ sented a different scale than one large manufacturing concern, which was a differ­ ent kind of structure in this community. He said semi loading docks were shown all the way around the building. He was concerned over the truck traffic to be generated by the firm, adding to the problems at the 100th Street intersection with M-37. Oppenhuizen said several smaller businesses would generate more traffic than one large company with about 10 to 15 trucks per day, mostly delivery trucks. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Don* Oppenhuizen pro­ posed a new deal to the Caledonia Township Board June 19 to allow a 250,000square-foot industrial build­ ing on the 40-acre Clear­ view parcel instead of sev­ eral small businesses. His proposal comes after he won a long legal battle for approval of a light in­ dustrial complex south of 100th Street and east of M37. He asked for considera­ tion of two options, one in which lots 5, 6, 7 and 8 would be combined for the corporation building. Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 would remain the same The density would be reduced by 27.7 percent, he said. In the second option, most preferable to the potential client, the company would occupy the entire parcel. They have an idea of pre­ senting a corporate identity to the public by such a loca­ tion, made visible by much road frontage, open space in the front and wooded screening as a backdrop be­ hind, where the rail-trail is planned. A hundred feet of buffer is proposed in addi­ He suggested perhaps the company could help with the traffic signal wanted at 100th Street. Trustee Bill Bravata held a different view, saying the large building might offer more open space than sev­ eral smaller ones. The corporation is seek­ ing gains in a total package in the form of a lower rent, tax abatements and other concessions if possible, over 10 to 20 years. By offering the incentive of added jobs to the community, it is also considering locations else­ where depending on the best financial offer. The present community would like the company to stay where it is now. Oppenhuizen said the cor­ poration presently is favor­ ing Caledonia because of its stable work force and out­ door rural setting. "What they are looking for, is, put your best foot forward and you are offering this... whatever it is... maybe some real property tax abatements," Oppenhuizen said. They are asking is it possible, and are putting it into the proposed equation. Robertson said the town- Thornapple Planners delay church expansion by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Brian Wheeldrier of Jef­ frey Parker Architects told the Thornapple Township Planning Commission last week about plans by Peace Reformed Church on M-37 for an expansion of its exist­ ing building. In reviewing the proposed site plan, Wheeldrier an­ swered questions about landscaping, a new' drive­ way. water well and park­ ing. During the public hearing on the request for this spe­ cial use permit, neighbor Claudia Teasdale who lives adjacent to the church, raised questions about storm runoff. The Planning Commis­ sion decided to table deci sion on this request until the July 15 Planning Commis­ sion meeting. The commis­ sion would like to see a final plan showing specifics on additional green space and how water runoff will be controlled. Neighbors on Noffke Drive brought some of their concerns to the Thornapple Township Planning Com­ mission meeting June 17. Dave Becker asked the commission to change the zoning ordinance so that people who purchase prop­ erty zoned Agricultural Residential (A-R) adjacent to other residentially zoned property would have to fol­ low the more restrictive rules governing the residen­ tial property. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Becker said he is con­ cerned that residents along Noffke purchase A-R zoned property across the street from their residential lot and then build garages on the new property. One of Becker’s neigh­ bors, Gary Richards, told the commission that he feels homeowners should be al­ lowed to build garages across the street from their lakeside homes if they own the property. He has a building permit for his property and will soon start construction of his garage. The trailer originally stored on his property has been removed. This matter was referred to the ordinance committee which met June 24 to dis­ cuss this issue and other matters. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission will be at 7 p.m. July 15 in the town­ ship hall. ship only gets two cents out of a tax dollar, a small amount to offer. But appar­ ently the corporation is al­ ready working with State of Michigan, the governor, with other adjoining munici­ palities. mayors, etc. Harrison pointed out that people are suing to get into the township. "We don't have to pay them to come. It's difficult for me. in a growing town­ ship to rationalize the idea of an abatement." He said the small amount would not be a great loss to them, either. Retaining jobs and people was not needed. Oppenhuizen said Ken­ twood. Walker and Grand Rapids were using this tool. These areas have a lot of people and a lot of jobs, but they are offering this kind of thing. "If they were to make the decision to come to Caledo­ nia, they want to know that Caledonia really wants them," he said. He said they wouldn't sue to come here. He said, "They support a lot of things in the commu­ nity where they are and they would continue to do that, and probably in a bigger way You would probably give away a dollar and get back twenty." One incentive to the township for allowing indus­ trial and commercial zoning is because of the higher taxes received which help offset the high cost of resi­ dential development which requires a higher share of public services. ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives arid teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$$ Days and Nights Available Need for July. 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Advanced Master Gardener on Staff Cant in aid set ns at Cherry Volley Greenhouse.. We’re Looking Forward to Seeing you! 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 868-0050 r? 6900 N. M-37 Hwy. • Middleville, MI 49333 I >•»•» AaaaprmMuil ,7wr 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml E.O.E. M-37 Hwy. • 2 miles south of Caledonia • Hours: M«F 9-8; Sat. 9-6; Closed Sun. V Daniel Urich PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES GENERAL LABOR GREENHOUSE COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES It# 3 structures, and protect exist­ ing residential and commer­ cial areas. Robertson said the oppo­ site could occur, that neigh­ bors would say what was done for one should be done for them as well, especially for tax abatement considera­ tion. He said other commu­ nities were in a different stage of development, and were trying to hold the doors on growth. Trustee Wally Bujak said he would not support a tax abatement. "We’ve gone to a lot of work on this agree­ ment." He felt amending the already approved zoning would mean a lot more work. ■J SUMMER JOBS Cherru sCCa-CCey "jB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY1 —Hastings Mutual fair Insurance Company Robertson said he would resist the tax abatement idea when growth is the number one issue. Treasurer Jill Cardwell said she could support the change to one large parcel, but was concerned about the impact on the 100th Street intersection, and what the corporation could do. She said she is not in favor of a tax abatement. Trustee Bill Bravata said he thought the corporation would contribute to fire and safety solutions, of benefit to all businesses in the area. He thought allowing one large corporation would al­ low refusal to future re­ quests for large industrial _ 3& <rr * �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middlevine. Ml/June 25. 2002 Heritage group predicts exciting future for area Who are these people and when and where was this photograph taken? Trojan yearbooks are part of the collection being stored Great rates that come with excellent personal service! Many Discounts Available The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. Ill N. Main St M-37, Middleville. Ml 1-800443-5253 Nashville. Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE • LAM BUMAU MUTUAL • LAAM MMAU CM • •**•« MMCAU BCWAAL by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapplc Heritage Association looks to the fu­ ture with a possible home base in the historic depot on Railroad Street in Mid­ dleville while continuing to preserve and catalog the his­ tory of the area. The group has been work­ ing with Thornapple Town­ ship officials on ways to preserve the former railroad depot and perhaps use it for a permanent museum to dis­ play historic artifacts. This dream is becoming closer to reality as the town­ ship completes plans to pur­ chase seven acres for a new fire station. The plans in­ clude leaving the depot on the site since there is enough room for the new 20,000square-foot station, a park, trails and the depot. Even before the group be­ gan looking at the depot as a possible site for a museum, they have collected artifacts, information and photo­ graphs of the area. Some of the material is on display at the Middleville branch of Hastings City Bank and the rest is still in storage as Roberta Meeker and Mau­ reen Robinson continue the necessary task of labeling and cataloging material. “Some of the objects, even ordinary and everyday objects, are really lovely,” Meeker says. “Lou Ward’s hat collection has caught the eye of many bank patrons.” “I hope we can get some new' and active members,” Meeker continues. “There is a lot to be done and more hands would certainly make it easier.” ■ Quick Lube 2000 i would like to introduce ■ Kendall Tolan Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 12 1/2 years experience in parts & mechanical. • I5.00 Off IS Havea professionally installed oil change using Valvohne's Max Life motor oil and we’ll send you *5.00? Check store for details Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These ore all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST (l*-37) MIDDLEVILLE 795-3550 on site at NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED John S. Martin is one of the people in this photo “Now wc can scan photo­ Due to advances in technol­ ogy families do not have to graphs to a disc for the assogive up precious photo­ Continued next page graphs permanently. Meeker also invites those with historic artifacts to con­ tact her to talk about donat­ ing items to the association. Main Street, Middleville circa ? BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevill^ �The Sun and News Mtddleville. Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 19 From previous page ciation to use. Then we can return the photos to the owner. We re hoping that this will make it easier for us to learn more about the past and share what we are learning,” Meeker said. Some of the photos in there collection are not iden­ tified which makes search­ ing for answers to the ques­ tions of who is in the pic­ ture; where was it taken and when a mystery quest. The association is also creating a collection to honor local veterans who served in the armed forces. Anyone with a photo­ graph or artifact to donate or lend to the association can contact Meeker at 795-2042. Information about joining the association will be avail­ able during the community garage sale Thursday-Satur­ day at 614 W Main St. This Main Street home of asso­ ciation member Dr. Eldon Newmyer has a historical marker, noting its start in life as the Carvcth House. The depot building in the center is now along Railroad Street not railroad tracks Once the tent is erected on the lawn, the association will be ready to accept do­ nated items. They will use money raised to work on projects of the association. The Thornapple Heritage Association will meet at Carveth Village, beginning in September. To go back in time, the association is preparing to Ann Sutherland of the Middleville Branch of the Hastings City Bank models one of the hats from the Thomappie Heritage Association display. welcome President-elect Abraham Lincoln as his train makes a stop at the Middleville Depot on Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. The association is inviting local bands and politicians and the general public to come out and wel­ come him. On Sept. 7 the association will have a float in the pa­ rade and a booth at the Sat- urday site at Page. Dues arc going up and information will be available at Heritage Days on Sept. 7. President George French welcomes participation in the Thomappie Heritage As­ sociation from across the area. He said he hopes to work with other historical societies in the county to share ideas and successes. Why do all the work when we can do it for you? I'Ooodtawn jKeabws l^etirenmnt Cittatje “I hope we can get some new and active members. There is a lot of work to do and more hands would certainly make it easier.” 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community * Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted living services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. - Roberta Meeker 1 Now Taking Reservations + Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www letsure-llvtng .com ............................... ■■■"............... it The Thomapple-Kellogg Class of 2002 Students & Parent Committee would like to thank the following for their contributions in helping These children's coats are part of the collection make the Senior Overnight Party a great success. Advanced Stone & Tile Fabrication Barry County Lumber Beckering Advisor, Inc. Bed, Bath & Beyond Bittersweet Ski Resort Bosley Pharmacy Burger King of W. Michigan Caledonia Furniture & Finery Calvin College Cannonsburg Ski Area C Geiger Ironside Insurance Information the Thomappie Heritage Association is storing includes pictures of people and places The association also is planning a display of material, similar to that in the notebook on the chair detailing the military service of area residents. Call945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 tor Sun a Hews ACTIOH-Ms! Hastings City Bank Hastings Mutual Insurance Co. Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. Hodges Jewelry & Gifts Hungry Howies Jack Loeks Theatres Inc. Jack Rosenberg Jerry Mathias J&L Laser Quest Little Caesars Pizza Local 1002 U.A.W. Agency Local 138 U.A.W. - Hastings Deans NAPA Hastings Auto Main Street Savings Bank Supply Maynard's Water Conditioning Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls MC Sports Eric Hannapel DDS, MS PC McDonald's of Caledonia Farro's Italian Pizza •AsKeown & Kraai, P.C. Feipausch Food Centers Meijer, Inc. Flexfab Horizons International Michigan National Ice Center Inc. Middle ViUa Inn Freeport Elevator Middleville Lions Club Freepor* News Mullenhurst Golf Course G&G Pork Farm Oven Fresh Bakery Otto's Turkey Farm Grand Rapids Community College Grand Vaiey University Greg s Get-tt-N-Go Goekes Market Gun Lake Area Women's Club Gun Lake Mrvature Golf P&S Fencing Pennock Health & Wellness Performance Plus/A & D Oil Pharmacy Care Phil's Pizzeria Plumb's Valu-Rite Foods Ponderosa Rainbows End Richard J. Choryan, O.D. River Bend Travel, Inc. Riverbend Golf Course Robert Wiersum S & S Confections Schwaan's Seif Chevrolet Inc. Shamrock Taverns, Inc. Showcase Cinemas Southpoint Dental Care STAND TKMS Committee State Farm Ins. - Lon Lefanty Swamp Fox Lounge T.E. Masonry, Inc. Taco Bell The IservCo. The Scoop Thornapple Financial Center Thornapple-Kellogg Education Assoc lotion Tidy Home Cleaning Timber Ridge Ski Area Tires 2000 University of Michigan Wal-Mart WBCH Radio White's Photography Yankee Springs Golf Course 1 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Jtne 25. 2002 Local well-known groomer relocates Future looks bright lor TK girls' basketball More than 120 girls in the Thomapple Kellogg district have participated in the summer basketball camps. The 14 girls on the 2002 varsity team assisted with the program. Postage stamp cost going up June 30 Groomer Katie Gravelyn keeps a pet occupied as groomer Bill Ringlever gives him his summer haircut at the new Amazing Pet Grooming in Middleville. Bill Ringlevcr brings more than 20 years as a dog groomer to Amazing Pct Grooming. Katie Gravelyn began grooming about a year ago because she likes dogs. Together their energy, experience and enthusiasm have combined to make this Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTIONM Reach over 11,000 area homes new shop a good place for dogs, cats and their owners. Ringlever had run the Grooming Dens in the Gun I^ke and Middleville areas for more than 16 years. This year when he could not find a new place to relocate he decided to consolidate loca­ tions. All breeds are welcome. “Dogs don’t have to stay all day.” Ringlever says. “Usu­ ally we finish within an hour.” Pet owners should call 795-9114 for hours or to make an appointment. Amazing Pet Grooming is located in the strip mall on M-37 just south of Finkbeiner Road. It is located at the north end of the building. There is plenty of parking available. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland. Ml 49348 With new postage rates taking effect June 30 (stamps will increase from 34 to 37 cents apiece), it’s easier than ever for cus­ tomers to get the postage stamps they’ll need. The Postal Service has pnnted and distributed bil­ lions of postage stamps for the new 37-cent rate for mailing a first-class letter. And customers don’t have to leave their homes or offices to get them. “Families are busier than ever.” said Mark O. Thiel, postmaster of Caledonia. “So we’ve made it as convenient as possible for them to keep in touch through the mail.” New 37-cent first-class mail stamps are available now. A new 3-cent “Star” stamp is also available, to add to any 34-cent stamps customers may still have on hand. The new postage stamps are available online through The Postal Store at www.usps.com . The Postal Store offers special rate change combo packs with both 37-cent and 3-cent stamps and a handy rate card. Stamps can be conve­ niently ordered by phone by calling 1-8OO-STAMP24. You can also order stamps by mail - just ask your carri­ er for an order form. “And, of course, we have all the stamps customers will need here at the Caledonia Post Office,” said Thiel. There’s also the new “Heroes of 2001" stamp, which sells for 45 cents. The Heroes stamp meets the First-Class letter rate and also generates funds to pro­ vide assistance to families of emergency relief personnel killed or permanently dis­ abled in the line of duty in connection with the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11. In Caledonia, Thiel said customers can also buy stamps at the D&W Supermarket located in the Caledonia Village Centre shopping plaza on Cherry Valley Ave. SE(M 37). Special needs horseback riding camp is Aug. 18-23 YMCA Camp Manitou-lin is has announced the first Adaptive Riding Horse Day Camp in Barry County for special needs children. Aug. 18-23 for 12 special needs kids, between the ages of 8 and 14. Adaptive/The rape u tic horseback riding is designed to allow individuals with physical, cognitive and/or emotional disabilities to experience horseback riding in a safe environment that has been adapted to their needs. “Kids and horses are a magical combination,” said Ardith Turpin of Camp Manitou-Lin. “Kids with special needs and horses can be life chang­ ing. Childien bound to wheelchairs will experience freedom on the back of a horse and those who can't keep up with their peers because of their disabilities will say, ’I can ride a horse.’” These special kids will get a chance to bond with a horse, learn what it takes to care for a horse and their equipment, get exercise and have a fun summer camp experience - just for them Julie Suwyn, the leader for the program. is a certified therapeutic horse instructor. There will be a riding pro­ gram in the fall. Call for more details. This unique program is being offered with the help of a group of volunteers and the YMCA at Camp Manitou-Lin. The camp is located in Barry County, south of Middleville, serving Grand Rapids and much of ! west Michigan. A child does not need to be a member to participate. Registration forms for the Adaptive Horseback Riding Day Camp are available from the YMCA Camp Manitou-lin office. For more information, to register or volunteer at camp, call 888-909-2267. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gra? barn or call 945-9105 Meet Our Groomers ArtCConan* i v Vrr grooming i One per family—must present this coupon . ksr APPOINTMENT Expires 7/3 1/02 ) Thornapple Veterinary MEDICAL CENTER Xz Mon 7^0 im. 7:30 pm.; Tues. Fit ^30 ajn.-5;J0 p.m.; sat. « ini noon 4 1 2220 N. Patterson, Middleville /’ 616-877-4056 ***' �The Sun and News. Middleville, Mt/June 25. 2002/Page 21 Night of Magic planned FROM OUR READERS at Cinderella June 28 Do people know between right & wrong? The Caledonia Commu­ nity players, with the help of sponsor State Bank of Cale­ donia, will turn the Friday, June 28, performance of Rodgers and Kammerstein’s “Cinderella into a “Night of Magic.” “Cinderella” will be pre­ sented June 28 and 29, at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. This year’s musical pro­ duction is directed by Steve Vander Ark. “Magical things arc hap­ pening and this wonderful and talented cast brings Cin­ derella to life.” He says. “ Angela Kline brings a youthful freshness to her portrayal of Cinderella. Chris Knobloch is the dash­ ing prince. Mary Ann Heinen brings a humanity to the step mother while Loretta Agnew and Brenda VanderArk as Joy and Portia continue a theatrical tradition of really funny (over the top) per­ formances as the step sisters. The wise king is Paul Brouwers with Sherri Filson as his Queen. Mimi Russell scatters magic dust as the godmother. Herald Rob Karel has the difficult task of trying to force the glass slipper onto the step sisters “oh so big” feet. Color and life are given to this production by towns­ people and servants played by Rayna Bos, Faye DeY­ oung. Amy Hooyer, Tim Hooyer, Emily Jacobson. Keagan Rushmore, Ganelle Schedbauer, Gwendolyn Sheehan. Holly Van Laan. Krystal Varney, and Mike Vaughn. Dancing across the stage are Caitlyn Boot. Samantha Nemecck. Pete Oudbier, Justin Pitt. John Scranton and Katie VanderArk. Jeffrey Agnew. Audrey Filson. Jamie Hooyer. Emily Martinez. Christopher Van­ der Ark and Calli and Lind­ sey Woodcock put special effort into their roles as chil­ dren in a time of magic. Reserved seating tickets for Cinderella are $8 for adults and $5 for children. They may be purchased at the Caledonia Community Education Office or by call­ ing 891-8117. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Do people know the dif­ ference between right and wrong? That's the question. I would hope that people would have some decency, but a recent event has changed my mind. My grandfather. Ernie Ball, passed away at the end of May. Like any family, we shower his grave at Mt. Hope Cemetery w ith flowers and ornaments. Those are special gifts that we give to show our love for our family member. However, when some­ thing is put on the grave one day and gone the next, you would wonder who could do such a thing. If you are read­ ing this, you know who you are! Do you have a guilty con­ scious? should! definitely You Carrie Mugridge. Middleville \ July 4th Holiday Deadlines for -—— reminder new S~hews - Display Advertising Deadlines i for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valiev News will be Thursday, June 27 at Noon. - Classified Deadlines for The Sun and News. Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday June 28 at Noon. Take a swing at learning golf (WMS) - Golf is one of 15th century, "kolf" as it was the most popular summer­ known in the Netherlands time sports, and in warm cli­ and "goff as it was referred mates it is enjoyed year- to in England, was a pastime round. Perhaps you've won­ enjoyed by Kings and com­ dered just how the game moners alike. So widespread came to be played and was the game of "Gowf," as enjoyed throughout the it was known in Scotland, world. According to that an Act of Parliament www.golfing-scotland.com, was passed to prevent the the game has origins in 15th- playing of the game on century Europe. Sundays and thus preserving Long before Tiger Woods the skills of archery. The cit­ and PGA tours, a game that izens of Aberdeen, St. came to be known as golf Andrews and Leith on was born. Throughout Scotland's East Coast were recorded history, every civi­ the principal gowfing" mis­ lization played a game with a creants and it was no coinci­ club and a ball. In one form dence that rolling sandy or another, the variant games links land were common­ of present day golf were place there. On this very ter­ clearly enjoyed throughout rain, a game that started with Europe during the Middle a cleek and a ball took on a Ages. The game persisted form that started an evolu­ over the centuries and the tionary process that contin­ form that it took and rules ues to this day. that were applied varied as If your golfing knowl­ widely as the terrain the edge begins and ends with game was played over. In "Caddyshack," then it might short, the game consisted of be time to brush up on your knocking a ball from one golfing terminology. Here pre-designated place to are a few key definitions to another where the ball was to get you on track. addressing the ball - A be struck off a predeter­ mined object in the least player hs addressed the ball number of blows. Games when he or she has taken a often extended from village stance and grounded the club. to village. ball in play - A ball is Whatever the exact ori­ gins. it is known that by the considered to be in play when the player has made a stroke on the teeing ground. The ball will remain in play until it is holed out. hazard - A hazard is a bunker or lakes, rivers, ponds and ditches. holed - A ball is consid­ ered to be "holed" when it is all the way below the level of the lip of the hole line of play - The line of play is the direction that the player wishes his or her ball to travel. It includes a rea­ sonable distance to either side of the intended line of putt. stroke - A stroke is the forward movement of a club made with the intent to strike and move the ball. A stroke has occurred if a player checks their swing before the club strikes the bail. 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Our profesional technicians will inspect your entire brake system and use quality brake shoes and pads - backed by limited lifetime warranties! u>c meet bg accident AS LOW A *»« aause : • j|.anik 110 Johnson at Kinsey Call for your appt. Computerized Wheel Alignment and Front End Repair I (616) 891-0150 Done by our Alignment Professionals 2 or 4 wheel AS LOW AS $35°o COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR �Page 22/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/June 25. 2002 GVSU’s Shook 4th at track nationals by Matt Cowall ' Sports Editor Grand Valley State Uni­ versity senior Jenna Shook placed fourth in the hammer throw at the NCAA Division Il Track and Field Nationals last month in San Angelo, Texas. Shook, a 1997 grad of Thornapple-Kellogg High School, uncorked a per­ sonal-best, school-record toss of 177 feet, 7 inches to cap off her Laker career in style. Shook is half of a Mid­ dleville throwing tandem that literally rewrote the re­ cord books for GVSU. Laker senior and fellow TK grad Jason Van Elst, a thrower for the men’s team, was a multiple All-Ameri­ can and GVSU’s first-ever national champion in track set school records in the shot put, discus, hammer and 20pound weight as a freshman before she decided to trans­ fer to GVSU. “I thought I would get better coaching at Grand Valley, and they also offered a better education program.” said Shook, who wants to be a physical education instruc­ tor. She has about a year of school and student teaching left to complete her degree. Even though her college athletic eligibility is used up. Shook is still honing her throwing skills and will con­ tinue to compete. “I’m going to keep throw­ participate on the equestrian ing for a while,’’ Shook said. team. Each rider must own “I'm learning some different or lease a horse, take les­ footwork for the hammer, sons, and compete in at least and I think 1 have some big­ three shows this summer. ger throws left in me.” Shows can be either Open, As part of her education 4-H or breed shows. career. Shook is sure she Each team member is re­ wants to coach, but she’s not quired to practice a mini­ sure which sport. In addition mum of six hours a week (or to track, she played basket­ 10 if there isn't a show that ball and volleyball at TK. week). Riders must also log Shook is the daughter of their weeks and have their David and Sally Shook of trainers and a parent initial Middleville. the weeks. Next week: GVSU’s Jason Middle school equine rid­ Van Elst. ers are invited to assist the equestrian team as groomers and to assist riders and coaches at practices and competition meets. Anyone interested in join­ ing the team should contact Kelly Lloyd at 868-6981. and field. Shook's 2002 season completed a comeback from a car accident she suffered in February of 2001. She competed injured shortly af­ ter the accident in the 2001 indoor nationals, then missed the cut while recov­ ering during the 2001 out­ door season. Shook spent her first year of college at Aquinas. She Caledonia equestrian team looks ahead to new season The Caledonia High School equestrian team will meet on Wednesday. June 26 at 7 p.m. at the home of Coach Kelly Lloyd to dis­ cuss district changes and be­ gin preparing for the new competition season. The CHS equestrian team was the 2001 Michigan In­ terscholastic Horsemanship Association (MIHA) Divi­ sion A Reserve State Cham­ pion. It was the team's fifth visit to the state champi­ onships, including its fourth in a row. The team placed fourth in 1992, fifth in 1998. third in 1999 and fourth in 2000. With the growing interest from local schools and the increasing number of riders, the MIHA's Board of Direc­ tors approved the formation of the new district that will include Caledonia. Joining CHS in the new District XIX will be DeltonKellogg. East Kentwood. Grand Rapids Baptist. Grand Rapids Christian, Io­ nia, Lakewood, Saranac. South Christian and Mid­ dleville Thornapple-Kel­ logg. Chairperson for District XIX is Coach Lloyd and the Co-chair is Grand Rapids Baptist coach Donna Berends. Meets will be held at the Barry County Fairgrounds on September 7, 14 and 21. The state competition is scheduled for October 2427. Caledonia High School equine riders are invited to Jenna Shook poses with coach Joe Skrycki and her fourth-place plaque at the NCAA Division II Nationals. KCC soccer camp back in Middleville July 8-12 Kellogg Community Col­ lege will host a soccer camp for children from first through eighth grades July 8-12 at Thornapple-Kellogg Middle School from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. each day. The second-annual camp attracted 30 boys and girls last year. According to KCC, the camp offers a way for players to improve their soccer skills by taking in­ struction from KCC players and coaches. KCC boasts a 40-16-1 re­ cord in its three years in Di­ vision I Community College soccer. The squad placed five players on the NSCAA Regional All-American Team. Two of these players, Matt Meloy and Jeff Allen, will be coaches for this camp. Head coach Mike Nunn was named MCCAA coach of the year in 2000 and will supervise the camp with assistant coach Charles Pratt. The camp will emphasize the proper techniques for dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping and shielding. Play­ ers will learn to think better soccer and learn teamwork through lectures, demonstra­ tions, drills and scrimmages. Every player will be evalu­ ated at the end of the camp to see how he/she has im­ proved. The fee for the five-day camp is $60 per player, which covers the instruction, a soccer ball, a camp shirt Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. and two tickets to a KCC home soccer game. Partici­ pants should bring their own water and come dressed to play. For registration or other information, call 616-9654151 or 616-965-5522. Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, June 30. Over 400 exhibitors in every type of antique. 200 plus dealers under rover. Show is rain or shine. 7:30am to 4:00pm. Free parking. $3 adm. At the fairgrounds right in Allegan, Michigan. Automotive FOR SALE: 1991 Geo Storm 2 door coupe, 5 speed. A/C, AM/FM CD New clutch, runs good, drives gixxl, $800 obo Please call (616)7926829 after 6pm. Business Services GARAGES Attached or detached, any size, quality workmanship, competitive pacing. Free es­ timates, licensed & insured. TIMBERVIEW BUILDERS, INC. (616)455-6505 HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, & decks. We do it all. Licensed & insured builder Tom Beard. (616)795-4264_____________ KING PAINTING INTERI­ OR/extenor, Grahams paint. Cali (616)891-2006 for free estimate QUALITY HOUSE CLEANING: honest & reliable, ref­ erences (616)795-7099 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, commercial dnlling, etc., call Tim at (517)719-6319. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/June 25. 2002/Page 23 Business Services AM. TO P.M. TREE SERV­ ICE- tree removal & trim­ ming. Stump grinding, free estimates. Insured, (616)8910890 or 1-866-CUT-AMPM. ABLE CHRISTOPHER'S TREE/SHRUB SERVICE Removals, pruning, yard clean ups, since 1975. Free estimates, (616)868-1614, 246-6028______________ ALL STAR ROOFING: Res­ idential roofing specialist. Tearoffs - Reroofs. Quality work at competitive prices. Written labor warranty, li­ censed 6c insured Senior citzen discounts. Call for free professional estimate. (616)877-4253___________ BI.EAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www.bleameaves com BOAT DOCKS: now stocking a complete line of Tom­ my Dock dock supplies. Durkee Lumber - Alto, (616)868-6026. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fn, 9am5:30pm, Sat., 9am-2pm. HARDWOOD FLOORING: fabrication, installation, sand & refinish. Call (616)7952695 6c ask for John. ( out in unity Notices ATTENTION TK CLASS of '72. There will be a class re­ union meeting on July 9, at 7pm at the Middle Villa. See you there! For Rent $0 DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! HUD, VA, FHA. Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. 3 BEDROOM LARGE APARTMENT: 1-1/2 baths, M-50 &. 1-96 area, Alto/Lowell schools, cats $10 (no dogs), 30 acres woods, $625 plus utilities, (616)891-1840. THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. CALEDONIA HOUSE STUDIO for rent, $450. Call (616)838-1060.__________ COTTAGE FOR RENT: Green Lake near Caledonia by week or month, (616)8911494_________________ GUN LAKE: cozy attractive 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath year around cottage with sandy beach. No pets or smoking, $800 a month + security de­ posit. (616)672-2173 leave message. LIVE IN THE COUNTRY! APARTMENT FOR RENT, GREAT SCHOOLS, woods, 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, 1,050 square feet, $625 (no dogs). (616)891-1840 For Sale FOR SALE: furniture - 3 piece oak Sherwood bed­ room dresser outfit, (1) long dresser, (1) tall dresser and (1) night stand. Excellent condition, $600 obo. 2 piece Lane side tables, good condi­ tion, $100 obo Double sleep­ er sofa, med-light south­ western print, heather gray cover included, good condi­ tion, $300 obo. (616)891-9190 ask for Cathy. FREE FIREWOOD: mT walnut & maple. You cut. You haul. (616)795-4588 LOG CABIN BED. queen w/mattress set. (bought, never used) Cedar log. Am­ ish built. Cost $800. Sell $175. (517)626-7089 OUTDOOR USED BOOK SALE: THURSDAY, JULY 4TH. 8:30AM-3:30PM. CAS­ CADE LIBRARY PARK­ ING LOT. 2870 JACK­ SMITH AVE GREAT SE­ LECTION OF USED BOOKS FOR ADULTS, YOUNG ADULTS 6c CHIL­ DREN. HARD COVER & PAPERBACK, FICTION & NON-FICTION, HOBBIES, COLLECTIBLES, BUSI­ NESS, COOKBOOKS & RECORDS. SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF THE CASCADE LIBRARY.________ TRAILER FOR SALE: 2002 Load Trail, 77"X10ft, end gate, lights, $900. Call (616)672-7167 after 6pm. Garage Sale 1700 IRVING RD: 2 miles South of Middleville. From Hastings - State to McCann, right on Irving Rd. Thurs­ day, June 27th-Saturday, June 29th, 9am-5pm. House­ hold, garden, mens & wom­ ens clothes. GARAGE SALE 1787 Payne Lake Road- 3 family. June 29th only, 9am-2pm House­ hold items, clothes, kitchen table, dressers and hand­ made jewelry.___________ GARAGE SALE 208 Lempaul St. June 27th, 28th & 29th, 8am-5pm. Furniture, books, glassware, games, clothing 6c more. Lawn & Garden DUMP TRUCK 5 YARD DELIVERY OF PRIME BLACK TOP SOIL FOR LAWN 6c GARDEN, SAND, GRAVEL, LAND­ SCAPE ROCKS, BARK MULCH, BACK HOE LOADER AVAILABLE. CALL BUSH & SONS (616)795-9797. GARAGE SALE 6/28 6c 6/29, 9am-4pm 6100 Coun­ try Place. 60th between Whitneyville 6c Buttrick. Lawn mower, pool, boys clothes and lots of stuff. R&J LAWN CARE: Mowing and brush removal Senior discount, reasonable rates (616)374-8631 GARAGE SALE Fnday 6c Saturday, 9am-5pm. 213 Dayton St., Middleville. Womens plus size, infant through 10 size girl, some mens, household and miscellaneous FOR SALE BY OWNER: Doublewide Fairmont 28x56 (1568sq.ft.) 3bd., 2 bath w/10x!2, three season porch 6c 12x14 workshop. Asking $29,950. Features include: stove, refrigerator, dish­ washer, snack-bar, separate laundry room w/new wash­ er & dryer, air conditioning unit, carefree windows w/all new drapes, cathedral ceilings, lighted ceiling fans, garden tub w/separate shower, 2 walk-in closets, new carpet and brand new roof. This home is located on a beautifully landscaped lot at end of cul-de-sac. Caledo­ nia schools. Reason for sell­ ing: Moving out of state. Community: Dutton Mills. Contact Jim or Ruth at 3421 Pullman Ct., SE., off 68th St., in Dutton. (616)656-4684. See display ad. JUNE 28TH 6c 29TH: multifamily garage sale. Friday, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 8am12(noon) Dishwasher, bak­ ers rack, kitchen items, lots of miscellaneous, adult clothes sizes 6-2X. Comer of Finkbemer 6c M-37______ MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE Thursday, June 27th & Friday, June 28th, 9am5pm. Toys, furniture, videos, clothes and much more. 8011 68th St., Caledonia._______ POST MOVING SALE: 1940 s 8 piece walnut dining set, cedar chest, solid light oak dresser, fabrics and lots of miscellaneous. Located in Ridgeview Estates, 1/2 mile down Barnum Road off E. State Road. Watch signs, June 27th 6c 28th, 9am-5pm. THURSDAY & FRIDAY June 27th 6c 28th, 9am-5pm. 602 Thorton St., Middleville. Something for everyone!! THURSDAY 6c FRIDAY ONLY: antiques, furniture 6c misc. household items. 476 Holes Ave., off Russell. TROOP 105: check us out, snacks, help fund our trailer. Methodist Church on Main, Saturday, June 29th. Open­ ings still available on 20'x30' rental tents.____________ YARD SALE: 418 Sherman St., Middleville. 6/27 (Thurs.), 6/28 (Fri.) 6c 6/29 (Sat.) Help Wanted CENA'S: all shifts, part time every other weekend. Call (616)795-4972, Carveth Vil­ lage Assisted Living. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night. (616)2487729. Mobile Homes FREE 3 MONTHS rent/ priced below appraisal, 16x76, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, central air. Priced to sell now! Call (616)891-8148, Nextel (616)437-2034. National Ads CABLE INSTALLERS & helpers: to $1000/wk. + on job training. Many needed now! (616)949-2424 CITY ROUTE DELIVERY. Small packages: $600/wk. + benefits. Local route. (616)949-2424 OFFICE ASSISTANT: TO $13/hr. + full benefits. Friendly office. Entry level duties. 1616)949-2424 ' VEHICLE REPO/RIDERS: TO $20/hr. Some on job training Needed now! <bloN49-2424 WAREHOUSE LOADER/GENERAL LABOR: to $14/hr. + bene­ fits. Major distribution. (616)949-2424 Pets LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded 6c insured. SUMMER FUN: Hi, looking for a fun loving, smart, oh yeah & gorgeous compan­ ion? We are 6 weeks old, soft silky fur, black 6c tan, pure­ bred Dachshunds and our big eyes - oh just a must see! Want to take one of us home to be part of your family? Call (616)948-4328 nights 6c weekends to meet mom & dad, oh yeah 6c us too, $300/males, $350/female! Real Estate CONTEMPORARY TWO STORY: TK 1 acre wooded lot in private neigh­ borhood of newer homes, 1900sq. ft. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, vaulted ceilings, fire­ place, covered deck, Ig. kitchen w/maple cabinets and hardwood floors, central air, walk in closets, extensive landscaping, $195,000. (616)795-9493 CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910._________________ FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't 6c Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. ALGONQUIN LAKE­ FRONT HOME FOR SALE: 4 bedroom contemporary, vaulted ceilings, 2 story, modem neutral decor, hot tub, majestic decking, too many features to describe. $289,900. (616)948-3790 BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15-years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property has 2 5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Ca­ ledonia schools, walkout ranch, 4bd., 3 baths, field stone fireplace. 2400so ft., 3.9 acres, pole oam, $221,000. (616)868-6596 Recreation 1983 26 FT. Rambler Alumi Lite: 37,099 miles New tires, very clean inside 6c out, 460 motor Everything works, $12,000 obo. 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ML June 25. 2002 Page nature area gets boost from Eagle Scout by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During the 2000-2001 school year, fifth grade teacher Curt Wissink, work­ ing with other Page Elemen­ tary teachers and the Na­ tional Wildlife Federation, began the planning to make an outdoor nature learning area a reality for students. When the 1996 local con­ struction bond was passed and new classrooms were added to Page and other changes made, a water re­ tention area was created and entirely fenced in. For a year or two it was empty of eve­ rything except grass to be mowed, and during heavy downpours, some water. First a gate was added to the fence, then research was done. The Page PTO do­ nated funds for some plants, other support came in and on a rainy cloudy spring day in 2001 students dug. planted, got a little wet and messy with the help of their parents, teachers and other volunteers. In the fall more plants were added. But there were some problems. Teachers could take students outside, but there was no place to sit. And there were some wet ar­ eas. but not enough to sup­ port a diversity of wildlife. At the same time Nick Roskam. 14. of Boy Scout Troop #105. w as looking for an Eagle Scout project. His leader. Laurie Brinks, just happens to be one of the custodians at Page. She told Nick about some of the activities going on at Page and he began the proc­ ess of getting permission to put in a pond and add benches while still allowing the area to perform its major function holding on to run­ off from the building and parking lots. When the nature area was designed. Aaron Harris who then worked for the Barry County Soil and W’ater Con­ servation District, men­ tioned that the addition of the chemical Bentonite would allow water to col­ lect, but eventually drain away. Part of Roskam’s project was to design the pond and other additions, raise funds Of 0# Laurie Brinks and Eagle Scout candidate Nick Roskam received certificates of appreciation from the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education on June 17. ce Cream & Sandwiches 9964 Cherry Valley • 891-0516 (Right between Caledonia Hardware & Caledonia Furniture) g # to pay for it and recruit vol­ unteers to work on the pro­ ject. Phil Wenger, local farmer and school employee, was recruited to disk the soil so that the Bentonite could be added. Roskam also did lots of work to get a good price on the chemical through the Caledonia Elevator. Once the chemical binds the soil, a pond about 52 feet in diameter will be created. To allow students to study the wildlife attracted to the pond without getting their feet wet, Roskam, with vol­ unteer help, built and in­ stalled an observation deck and benches. Volunteers also had to move and replant bird houses and plants al­ ready on the site. Assistance in the project came from the Middleville Lions and Rotary clubs, the Page PTO, Page Popcorn Club, TK athletics and Gail Wachtor’s class. Boy Scouts from Troop #105 worked with students in Wachtor’s class who had obtained a Youth Activity Council grant through the Barry Community Founda tion to spruce up the United State Map on the paved play area at Page. In fact, the map which was repainted this spring originally was an Eagle Scout project many years ago. Roskam enjoyed bring­ ing groups together to share ideas and work. The I icy nig family and his parents Bruce and Chris supported his ef­ forts with sweat equity, space in garages, tools and encouragement. This natural area is al­ ready attracting wildlife. The bird houses have resi­ dents and this spring it was visited by a snowy owl. Roskam described his project through a power point demonstration June 17 for the members of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. He received a certificate and pin and the thanks of all for his efforts. Roskam hopes to com­ plete the work needed for Eagle Scout soon but most of all he wants to see stu­ dents learning about nature in an area he helped create. J BUY ONE CONE AFT NF FDFF GET Ci ONE FREE tor BUY ONE SUNDAE, GET ONE 1/2 OFF TWIST N’ SCOOP Present ad when ordering. One per customer Expires 6-30-02. Teachers still in school Hours: Monday - Saturday 11 am to 10 pm; Sunday Noon to 10 pm Teachers and staff in the Thornapple Kellogg schools have spent several days learning how to im­ prove their web pages. Students and parents will get to see the results of this effort once school begins. • � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-07-02.pdf fb691e89d1ed77cb4fd369587fc45040 PDF Text Text ddleville and Caledonia Areas Yot'r Hometow Middleville. Micnigan 49333 No. 27/July 2, 2002 121 S CHURCH ST 131st year Caledonia wants crackdown on developer plan changes by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A planned unit develop­ ment that had altered its township approved engi­ neered layout was reluc­ tantly granted approval by the Caledonia Township Planning Commission June 24 for the change in dimen­ sions. Fifteen of the 60 lots on the Greens of Broadmoor, a 97-acre parcel, had been sold and had already or were being built. One lol holder had a landlocked parcel be­ tween two other deeded lots due to the changes, and had come to Township Planner Dave ZyIstra for assistance, which alerted officials to the problem. It appears the owner will be required to apply for a variance through the ZBA to solve his prob­ lem. The changes in the devel­ opment plans were de­ scribed as minor by Todd Stibey, representing Exxel Engineering, who said the basic 1994 layout of the 60lot development had re­ mained the same, but many individual lots had been shifted in both depth and width from the original plan in the first and second phases. The drainage plan had not been affected. Water and sewer will be installed as a part of the Northwest Sewer Project still being com­ pleted. Stibey, who was not the engineer who worked on the project, explained the shifts had been made from the original hand drawn plans to more accurately fit the ac­ tual terrain and dimensions of the site. The computer drawings would be more ac­ curate, he said. Lot front­ ages had been shifted so they were closer to the same width, and all were over the minimum of 100 feet. Fifty percent of the lot dimen­ sions had been changed or shifted. The largest shift had been a 20-foot change in ‘Free to Read’ set at TK’s next story hour by Patricia Johns StaffWriter “Free to Read,” with stories about libraries and American folklore, will be the next story hour session Wednesday, July 3, at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library. Just in time fur the Fourth of July holiday, read­ ers will be able to celebrate America in stories and a craft. Story hour begins at .10 a.m. This year’s summer read­ ing club registration contin­ ues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July 25. Pete Scobey from the Kalamazoo Nature Center made sure that readers (about 100 attended the pro­ gram) understood how ani­ mals compete in nature. He introduced the won­ ders of the turkey, had chil­ dren demonstrate the behav­ ior of the opossum and even had a bear skin they could touch. DJ Torres made a won­ derful turkey with the help of speaker Pete Scobey. The opposums had trouble playing dead as the fox sniffed around them Readers can pick up a list of “Hot Books for Cool Summer Reading,” which includes a bookmark to color. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The li­ brary is closed on Thursday, July 4, for the holiday. There will be other story hours for the youngest read­ ers scheduled on Wednes­ days, July 10 and July 17, all at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day, July 23. In “Just for Teens” the li­ brary will hold a special presentation Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores soon. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap bp will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25, reading dub participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize drawings. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. depth of one of the lots. Stibey said the required lot minimum dimensions had been maintained, and the number of lots was the same. Actual sizes included some lots as small as 16.400 square feet and the mini­ mum size lot for the under­ lying zoning is 20,000 square feet for medium den­ sity residential zoning. If the average lot size counted as the minimum, the average would be 1.5 acres. This average, however, in­ cluded open space in the de­ velopment, some of which were greens adjoining the golf course. It did not in­ clude the roads. Averaging lots with open space is al­ lowed in site condominiums, which this is, it was ex­ plained. Stibey said the dimensions given on the current plan were accurate. It was agreed it would be very hard to stop the changes now that some owners homes were already built. Commissioner Duane Gunnink. who is a developer in other townships, said the practice of making minor changes in lot sizes was done regularly, but only if the mimimum size and See crackdown, page 10 TK schools to seek extension of millage isting bond for five more by Patricia Johns years with no increase in Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg millage. A citizens commit­ Board of Education Tuesday tee will be holding public approved ballot language, meetings this summer to ex­ which if approved by voters plain the project. Thornapple Kellogg in September, will allow the district to raise an additional Board of Education Presi­ $23.5 million for construc­ dent David Smith said, tion of classrooms at all the "Originally we projected schools, purchase of buses, that it would take 10 years athletic improvements and additional to pay for this ex­ tension. New estimates the purchase of property. Board members, includ­ show that it should only take ing the newest member, five years." Work projected to take Kevin Konarska and Busi­ ness Manager Alice Jansma, place includes additional met Tuesday with represen­ classrooms at all the ele­ mentary buildings, an exten­ tatives from the architectural firm of Tower, Pinkster Ti­ sion to the exploratory wing tus, the construction man­ at the middle school which agement firm of Owen, will allow rooms in the class Ames Kimball and the wings to accommodate Michigan Department of added students at each grade Treasury to review the dis­ level and at the high school, trict's application to the the construction of a "varsity school loan bond fund. gym" as well as classrooms The application has met and office areas. the first level of approval The district also plans to and the district should re­ improve the outdoor athletic ceive final approval in July. complex, improve tennis This bond extension courts and reroute some bus means that residents of the traffic. district will pay for the ex­ In This Issue • Economic development director speaks to Middleville council • Pressures mount over zoning ordiance schedule • Stabbing victim stable condition • Shook continues citizenship quest • Van Elst caps collegiate track career with honors �Page2/TheSun'and'News. MkkfleCille’ Wj<Jy 2/2002 Freeport readers introduced to ambulance by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lani Forbes read the book “Ambulances” and showed Freeport District Library summer reading club partici­ pants the types of equipment carried in an emergency ve­ hicle. She was the “Real American Hero” featured in the June 26 story hour. During her talk, she dem­ onstrated some of the equip­ ment on the ambulance, in­ cluding a pediatric backboard donated by the Pen­ nock Foundation to the Freeport Fire Department. She also helped the young readers understand they don’t have to be frightened by the oxygen mask and other equipment if they need to be helped. The theme at the Freeport library this summer is “Real American Heroes Read.” Everyday heroes who live and work around the Free­ port community are reading at special “Wednesday Mornings with a Hero” ses­ sions at 10 a.m. during July. Each week the selected hero shares a story, answers questions and talks with young readers. There is no story hour on Wednesday, July 3. but veterans Elwood and Gordon Yoder will visit the library at 10 a.m. on July 10. Just in time for the Inde­ pendence Day holiday, the Freeport Library will be seen on television with Mi­ randa from WOOD TV-8, which will feature two seg­ ments filmed at the library during the week of July 1. On Wednesday, July 3 viewers will see Paula VanDuine and her daughters, Anna, Tess, Gillian and Olivia who were filmed decorating a special Ameri- freeportarea VOLUNTEER E DEP Young readers wel­ comed Freeport’s Lani Forbes who demon­ strated emergency equip­ ment during her visit to the Real American He­ roes Read program at the Freeport Library June 26 can flag cake. The cake, with strawberries and blue­ berries on white frosting, will be served at their family Fourth of July party. Miran­ da’s “Let’s Talk” features are seen at approximately 6:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 5:10 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. The recipe for the cake will be on Miranda’s web­ site at woodtv.com. Miranda interviewed pro­ gram director Jan Doyle about this summer’s “Real American Heroes Read” summer program. This seg­ ment was seen on television, yesterday July 1. It can also be seen in the Miranda ar­ chives. This year the Freeport Li­ brary offers three levels of fun. Filming showed fire chief Jim Yarger reading to Freeport Library summer read­ ing club participants. “Minutemen” are for chil­ dren who are still at the “read-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prizes. “Patriots” are readers ages 6-12 reading at their own level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week for seven weeks. Readers who complete the goal will receive a free ticket to a Whitecaps game. 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The Most Popular Cruise L.ne m the World'. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 2, 2002/Page 3 ‘A is for Excellence’ drawing is July 3 From previous page theater, a Disney trip or even to a Detroit Pistons game. Teen readers, the third level, again are welcome at the F/eeport Library this summer. All teens ages 1319 who sign up receive a free video rental. Each reader who completes the goal of reading 20 hours in seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ gible for other prizes do­ nated by Union Bank. Adults who bring children to the library can register for special prizes as well. A special program for the whole family is scheduled on Thursday, July 11, at 2 p.m. with musician Kim Domkc, who will lead a pa­ triotic sing-a-long. The summer reading pro­ gram will end with a Cup Stacking Camp hosted by “Mr. Jim,” who will demon­ strate a fast moving and fun sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31. Freeport District Library is at 209 S. State St. in Free­ port. Call 765-5181 for in­ formation about any of the special library programs this summer. The library is closed for the observance of the independence Day holi­ day Thursday and Friday, July 4 and 5. Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts of Middleville in an effort to promote academic excel­ lence in the community is offering a reward program called "A Is for Excellence." The program is designed to encourage local young people in grades four through 12 to achieve at the highest academic level. Rewards will be given through a drawing done at the end of each marking pe­ riod. For each "A” grade student receive on their re­ port cards, they will be given one entry into the drawling for prizes or gift certificates. The drawing for the final marking period will take place Wednesday. July 3. Besides drawing a winner from Page, the middle school and the high school, one name will be drawn as a grand prize winner of a sav­ ings bond. All names that have been entered since the program was started this academic year will be eligible for this drawing. The winners will be notified after the draw­ ing. Students need to bring their report card along with identification or a parent or guardian to the Thomapple Financial Center and Money Concepts office at 111 Broadway. Middleville. The office is open Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for more information at 795-3387 or 1-800-795-3287 STOP & VISIT... CONTEMPO SALON A Full-Service Contemporary Salon for the entire family • HAIR •NAILS • TANNING -FACIALS • WAXING ...AND MUCH MORE! Watch WOTV-d with Jerry Barnaby Wednesday at 5:30 w.i Contempo Salon JAj Miranda enjoyed watching Paula VanDuine and her daughters Anna, Tess, Gillian and Olivia as they decorated a patriotic cake. Jan Doyle interview with Miranda was seen July 1 on television. Middleville/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. 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The GLPA annual meeting will be held on Saturday, July 13, at 9:30 a.m. at Gun Lake Chapel on Patterson Road. The association is drawing up a new quality weed control program and urges all members to attend. Kay Stolsonburg Karen Brown oebra Erway 1. MIDDLEVILLE! Setting on over 2-1/2 acres this wonderful ranch features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, walkout basement, newer root, fur­ nace, well pump, tank and water softener Large pole bam Very private breathtaking ^setting Caii Karen $137.500^ Cnig Stotsonburg Al KutAauskas Carole Schievw* 2. YANKEE SPRINGS AREA! 3 bedroom mo­ bile home with 2 car attached garage Re cently remodeled Thornapple Kellogg schools Cail Kay or Craig $34 900 35 years experience COUNTRY J0WN gLORfiL & GIFTS 9345 Cherry Valley, Caledonia, MI 49316 “Our goal is beautiful flowers and even better service’ Specializing in Weddings A complete floral service Delivery Service Unique Gifts Major Wire Senices Fresh Flowers Funerals, Silks, Planters, Gifts & Balloons, Fruit Baskets Call 891-8646 • Fax 891-066” Major credit cards accepted ~ Owners Bill & Fran Lanford - 4. CALEDONIA - GREEN LAKE! Cute 2 bed­ room with deeded access to Green Lake tor ail sports fun! 2 car garage and large double lot Caledonia schools Cali Kay or Craig v $99,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. Convenient Offices in Hastings and Middlesille HASTINGS OFFICE 149 W. State St. (616) 945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. WJufy 2, 2002 Township to form cemetery guidelines by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Clerk Pat Snyder told the Caledonia Township Board June 19 that low branches and overgrown shrubs in Lakeside Cemetery interfere with identifying some head­ stones and are of some gravesites. Trustee Bill Bravata as­ sisted Snyder in an assess­ ment of the cemetery. He commented. ’Some folks do some pretty whacky stuff." referring to objects people use to decorate graves, be­ side gardens, such items as bottles, snakes and clothing. "Everyone’s idea seems to be different." Some sites have borders that can’t be mowed. And when people plant little plants that turn into huge trees, this can cause problems for others, he ex­ plained. A standard is needed, he urged, which Snyder has asked for help with as well. Bravata suggested that branches should be six feet above the ground in order to walk underneath, and shrubs should be kept at three feet high and two feet in diame­ ter. It was suggested the stan­ dards be published, and a public hearing be held where the board would set the standards, with public input, which in some cases could apply to plantings al­ ready in place. . LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School ............................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship 10:45 a m. Evening Praise 6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles ... C I M II VI I I I a place to belong t I II R t H a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 :30 & 11 00 a m. Youth Ministry.................................................. 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev Mi< hart Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcit, Worship leader Dcnnv Bouma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616 891-0287 Visit out web site www brghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor Das id Stewart. CF Children s Pastor Sunday School . 9 45 am. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service .................... 600 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer.................. 6 45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs ............... 6:45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9 30 am. Sunday School 11 00 a m. Adult Bible Class 1100 a m. Church Office. (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Summer Sunday Worship Services. May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 10 00 a m 9 30 a m (Nursery and Child Care available throughout the morning t (616)891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 / Fax 891 8648 w w w caledoniaumc org CoHmmnity of Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvtfte Ave Church School. Sunday 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...! 0:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev P Adams Pfaw 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm 12200 West M-l 79 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 9 45 a tn Praise Singing 10 50 a m Monung Worship 1100 a m Wed Fellowship 7 30 p m Pastor Lloyd De\vrmer Sr Church Ph. 868-6810* Pastor's Ph 897 7407 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or ww w.peacechurch cc C&mmuui/y Campai f&i andSennce Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for CodWorship 9:30 am Christian Educahi Hour 1 IKK) am Lakeside CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contcn^anry Worship 9 30 am Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 am Evening Worship 6 00pm Pastor Roger Bultmaa • Church Office: M-0J91 w*w lakcsidecommunH) org Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616698-8001 redeemertrtsen.net wwwredeemercovenant.org A ww Ernngdsd Omhn of Amtna Sunday Mtwnwtg Wrrdup >30 a a Tradtojnal llOOam Qnttaporary >undn Seta.* J fee AB Ages 945 am Sumin Benmg Sen xr 6 30 p m Ptunrer Gub K-6 - W-dnodn 6 30 pm Prayer Mcrtmg - Wvdrx-vdtn b 30 p m Youth .Musin - Sunday 6 30 pm usTOwxtfXD rwaa. nsw H91-H02H • e mail ItnghnjnShvm net Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m. THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCI I Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10:00 a in. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worship 9:30 a.m. Middleville Morning Worship Sunday School (Jr High & Adults) Nursery ■ Grode 5 Sr rtgh - Sun. Evenrg Jr High - Grades 6-8. Wed Evening 1100 am. 9 45 a m. 11.00 am. 6 00-8 00 p m 6 00-7 30 pm. Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wayfarenc.org WHITNEYVILLE Leighton Church Located in Lctghion Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue 150 131 st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun Dike) community Sunday Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitney ville Avenue. Alto SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours: 900 a m and 10:30 a m. Sunday School 9:4S AM AH Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-8688 Currently meeting at: One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs (Missouri Synod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia _____________ I mfle west of M-37______ Traditional Service 8 30 AM New Life Celebration Service ll.OO AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 700 PM 792-2889 A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Rev Norman Kohns TEIje ®lb vK>jSlctIjoiii5t Cfjurclj ^^=5 Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: fSt Paul Lutheran Church www iserv.net -rtpaul________ Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Saturday Evening Mass .. . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & II :00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 1 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. E Anthony Sikora Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street {f 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tierneyer, Community Calling 4L MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Bible 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11-00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick lTc|xc church 8546 Whtneyvie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody , and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sindoy School 930 am. Sindoy Momrg Worship 1030 am. Meeting at chapet on Whtneyvie Ave Sunday E verwig Worshp 6 00 p m Wed Mktweek Prayer 8 BOie Study .7 00 p m Rev Thomas Suys Patfor • Rev Kart 8ashor. Asoc Pastor Weotfe wnffneyvSeooe org . �i ne bun and News. MtddJevrtie. Ml/July 2. 2002/Page 5 Caledonia library also a quiet place to read pff By Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sometimes in the midst of summer programs, the role of the library as a place to read is lost. Branch Manager Jane He­ iss reminds readers that the library offers books for eve­ ryone from the youngest who still enjoys “read to me” books through adults. This week’s program Wednesday, July 3, is for adults who find respite in summer’s light reading. Readers can bring their fa­ vorite “Miss Read” novel or their best loved escape fic­ tion. The mystery is, “Why are some books summer books?” Marionettes are featured in the Stevens Puppets pres­ entation of “Sleeping Seven local students on Cornerstone’s list Eight area students have been named to the dean's list for the spring 2002 term at Comerstone University in Grand Rapids. To be included on the list, students had to achieve at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age on a 4.0 scale. The students, their home­ towns, parents, high school and year graduated were: • Reka Holley of Hast­ ings, daughter of Ronald and Mary Holley. Barry County Christian, 2001. • Marissa Lyons of Cale­ donia, Michael and Carolyn Lyons. East Kentwood High School, 1999. • Brian Hughes of Mid­ dleville, son of Travis and Beauty” Thursday. July 11, at 10:30 a.m. at the Town­ ship Hall a 250 Maple St. This program is appropriate for children 5 years of age and older. The final program of the summer scheduled for the Township Hall will be Thursday, July 18, with Tim Salisbury, who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.” This is an entertain­ ing event for the whole fam­ ily at 10:30 a.m. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will host a fun beaded wire jew­ elry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre­ registration is required and participation is limited to 15. This years summer’s reading club invites readers ^W^WANTED Anna and Emily Doremire share a book at the Caledonia Library A display of “New for 2002” books entice older readers into the Winner’s Circle for children entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. Bookmarks featuring games from around the world are avail­ able each week. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens arc invited to “Read, Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library has a display of books for readers in sixth grade and older. These “New for 2002” books in­ clude fiction and non-fic­ tion. Book lists are available as well. 25* Anniversary Sale! 1 Slocums to 15% Off Merchandise M renew vows (some exceptions) C 50 years later -Sale ends july 31stX __________ -O'- -- j' a Interlock Knits • Enter our FREE Drawing! 218 E State St. Hastings • S45-9673 Huist Cleaners Pick-Up Station I Ken and Dorothy Slocum, wed April 19, 1952, will commemorate 50 years to­ gether. Their children will host an open house and re­ newal of their vows Friday, July 5 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Middle Villa Inn in Mid­ dleville. They will renew their vows at 3:30 p.m. Cards may be sent to 326 W. Michigan, Fremont. Mich. 49412. Lou Hughes, home school. 2001. • Nathan Venton of Mid­ dleville, son of Edward and Nancy Venton. Thomapple Kellogg High School, 1999. • Katie Schultz of Mid­ dleville. daughter of Robert and Theresa Schultz, Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. 2001. • Janet Boverhof of Cale­ donia. daughter of Robert and Carol “Boverhof, South Christian High School. 2000. • Jenni VandcrLaan of Caledonia, daughter of Al and Carla VandcrLaan, Cal­ vin Christian High School, 1998. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The final book discussion is Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. Adults are invited to bring the book they most en­ joyed reading as a child to discuss. The popular Farmer’s Market will return. This year it will be held at the Caledo­ nia Farmers Elevator Com­ pany at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Li­ brary is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Em­ mons St. For more information about any of these summer programs, call 647-3840. Christian music groups, soloists & instrumentalists to perform at Leighton Church Summerfest August 24th Contact Nancy Venton at 616-891-8028 by July 19th to reserve your time slot. Great Local Service! Fast Claim Service! Greats Auto Rates! The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. Nashville, Ml 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE rfll FARM BUREAU B, INSURANCE Gntuifc. 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COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence to a day of pampering dur­ ing Staff Appreciation Day, hosted by the student coun­ cil members, who washed about 45 cars for teachers, staff, custodians and food service workers. They did this as thanks for supporting all the activities the student council put on throughout the year. They topped the day off by distributing cups of pudding to all staff mem­ bers with a note. “Thanks for puddin' up with us.” Emmons Lake Elemen­ tary was host to a theatrical music production. “A Rea­ sonable Facsimile,” Anne and Rob Bums, who per­ formed “Music of Shake­ speare’s Time.” The husband and wife team performed a classic rendition of “Green Sleeves” among other nota­ ble and not-so-known songs. The team acted out and played two shows for the students. They shared “A Little Knight Music” with lower el students and “Strike It Up Piper” with the upper elementary. During their performances, the Burnses showed students such instru­ ments as the dulcimer, crumhom and shawn. They use their feet, bones, bells and kid participation in their act as well. The many gig­ gles from the audience was proof of a big hit at the school. Caledonia Elementary school children broke out their brushes, paints, foil and photographs. They were laying the groundwork for another successful “Art from the Heart” show and Family Night. The art event, spon­ sored by the Caledonia Ele­ mentary PTO, took weeks of preparation, but all was worth it. According to school personnel, parents and kids alike loved all of it. The Young 5 students were taught about Jackson Pollack. They were allowed to go outside and fling paint at a large piece of canvas. The kindergartners used wa­ ter-based pastels to draw pictures, adding water to create watercolors. The first grade classes were taught about sculpture and used wood and wire as their me­ dium. 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Fourth­ graders were taken in small groups around the village of Caledonia. The kids were al­ lowed to take three black and white photos, choosing their favorite for the show. Fifth grade students were taught about Alexander Cal­ der and his mobiles. They were given wire and shapes to create their own mobiles. There may be a few budding Calders or Pollacks among Continued next page New Listing, Caledonia, Acreage JUST LISTED, 2 story with finished walkout basement 3 bed­ rooms, 2+ baths, large open kitchen, formal dining nx>m. Situated on 8+ acres, this offers the perfect opportunity for a horse of hobby farm. 4O’x48’, 4-stall horse bam, enclosed pas­ ture land. 2 stall garage, central air, 2 fireplaces & more $279,900. - 8011 84th Street - Betwneen Alaska & Whitneyville Rds GREENRIDGE Realty. Inc. 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Laura Dan­ second place both times, Deielson - fourth and Scott van Jennings - third and Miller - third place. Trivia: Joel Scheele - third. Art, Evan Brown - first, Nick Black & White Drawing: Laura Thompson - first and third. Justin Doyle - fourth. Rob Continued next page Hamly - second and Jamie Why do all the work when we can do it for you? These students, among many others, stepped up to the challenge of the Aca­ demic Track Competition admirably - placing Caledonia Middle School well above Rockford Middle School (front row, from left) Jessica Taylor, Emily Ray. Shana Beers, Becca Pleva, Katie Maul, Michelle Buckner, Kassy Parker, (back) Scott VanderMeulen, Jackson Price, Devan Jennings and Jason Demeuse. From previous page the group. Caledonia Middle School itudents were busy with acaJemic endeavors during the jnd of the school year. Aca­ demic Track and Amuse­ ment Park Physics took stu­ dents to various competi­ tions to test their brain­ power. Do you know the angle between the two top sup­ ports of the Sea Dragon ride? The students taking iart in Amusement Park *hysics know the answer. Approximately 20 CaleIonia Middle School stuJents competed with more han 2,200 students from iround Michigan at Michi­ gan’s Adventure for this mind-stretching event. In preparation for the day of fun and fact, the students spent after school hours learning such concepts such as G-force and metric pac­ ing, as well as how to calcu­ late speeds.. During their workshop time, the students made an altimeter, with which they could find the angle of elevation and the heights of different objects. Academic Track students tested their mental and artis­ tic prowess in such areas as arithmetic, biology, commu­ nication arts, instrumental groupings, skits and im­ provisations. In some areas the students were given 20 minutes for a 100-question test. The event was spon­ sored by the National Junior Honor Society, with parents helping out with snacks. An added challenge came when last minute substitutions had to be made due to illness. More than 100 students MA Ry KAV good Health to go BaUnted don't were absent due to ill health during that time. The following students participated and placed in two separate Academic Track competitions against Rockford Middle School (Caledonia 141 vs. Rockford 73 at Caledonia and Caledo­ nia 154 vs. Rockford 64 at Rockford). For the sake of lX)oo2tawn yKea^ciivs T^ethement (Jittage 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Ml 49058 space all placements for both competitions have been listed together (in no par­ ticular order). Mistress of Ceremony at Caledonia - Tess Botsford. Arithmetic: Ross Ezinga first and fourth, Leslie Boot - second and third, Jason Bowyer - first and David Henning - fourth. 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Ml/Juty 2. 2002 School wrap up, continued from previous page — During Academic Track Competition, improvisation was the name of the game for Tyler Oatman (on table) playing the wrong and nervous patient. His skit­ mates are Becca Pleva (left, helper), Scott Miller (helper), Malta DeBoer (helper), Tess Botsford (surgeon) and Amanda Rawlings (surgeon) make an operational mix-up. The real patient, played by Heather Higgins is wondering, “What's going on?” Hillen - second, Molly Jac- derVeen - first and Natalie ques - second and Emily Niles - first and second Ray - third place. Art, Dry place. Color Drawing: Drew VanMath, Story Problems: Ryan Wells - first place both times, Leslie Boot second both times. Ross Ezinga - third. Jason Bowyer fourth and David Henning third. Physical Science: Carolyn Schaner - third, Joshua Hulst - third place both times and Tim Ward fourth. Earth Science: Laura Danielson - first place both times, Nick Thompson second place both times, Ty­ ler Oatmen - third and Scott VanderMeulen - fourth. An­ cient History: Travis Raley - first, Justin Doyle - sec­ ond and third, Shana Beers third both times. 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A stop in the office to meet the secretary’s is a must during sixth grade tour. and Devan Jennings fourth. Spelling: Lindsey DeGroot - third, Kristen Butler - third and Evan Brown - fourth. Communi­ cation Arts: Cari Zourdos first place both times, Jes­ sica Taylor - second, An­ drea Steele - third, Kelsey Nimmo - fourth and Scott Miller third. Danielle Maxey, Andrew Nerz, Rob Hamly and Evan Brown took first place for the Potpourri (relay) event. Heather Higgins placed sec­ ond, Tyler Oatmen - first and third and Malia DeBoer - third and fourth in the In- ♦ 4 Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ I I I NITE WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! terpretive Reading event. Vocal Solo: Lindsey Wood­ cock - first, Lauren Alexan­ der - first, Emily Martinez second, Ashley Higgins second and Genelle Schedulbaucr - fourth. Dramatic Reading: Scott Miller - first, Becca Pleva second, Heather Higgins third, Brittany Gibbons first and Jami Williamson third. Quartet: Genelle Schedlbauer, Kristen Butler, Bethany Schiefla and Julia VanLaar - first place. Skits and Improvisation: Becca Pleva, Malia DeBoer, Heather Higgins, Tyler Oat­ men and Amanda Rawlings - first place. Instrument Solo, Non-Keyboard: Christjon Sannes-Mielke first place both times, Jason Demeuse - second, Laura Danielson - second and Carolyn Schaner - fourth. Instrumental Solo, Key­ board: Michael Schaner first and second, Amanda Rawling - second and Leslie Boot - first and third. For Girls Trio, Bethany Schiefla, Kristen Butler and Lindsey Woodcock placed first, as did the trio of Lindsey Woodcock, Lara Hillen and Lauren Alexander. The In­ strumental Group of Chad Burrow, Logan Burrow, Ed VanHouten, Kerry Bashlor, Drew Vanderveen and Brit­ tany Jacques placed first in both competitions. Emmons Lake second Continued next page Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undreds of thousands of families are saving money with AutoOwners Insurance for their home and . mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection, with flexi­ Bl ble payment plans and 'No Problem" claim service. ^uto Owners Insurance ISULAMI HIM BOB NKOUH President 497 Arlington St. (M-37) P O Box99 Middleville, Ml 49333 (616) 891 8208 (616) 796-3309 Toll tree (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 2, 2002/Page 9 From previous page grade students in Terri Mor­ row’s class held their “Buoy to Buoy” swim in Gun Lake. The event was held June 4 to ra>se money for Big Brothers/Big Sisters. All the students met their swimming and fund-raising goals. The students had been working all year long on learning to swim as well as many school/fundraising related projects for this event. Big Brothers/Sistcrs Pro­ gram Director Jim Miller was on hand for several of the projects, as was World Record swimmer. Jim Dryer. Those students heading to the middle school next year won’t be as nervous thanks to a tour given by older stu­ dents at the end of the school year. The new sixth­ graders learned where classes are held, how to get to the gym, music, comput­ ers, student services, the stu­ dent store, and most impor­ tantly - the cafeteria. The tour for Girl Scout Troop #895 sixth-graders was con­ ducted by Special Education students. Laura Hillen holds the “Golden Pen Award" plaque that she received for the Middle School Writers Workshop Three Caledonia High School Honors Orchestra test case program to deter­ mine how classrooms can benefit from Hand Spring Visers (better known to most as Palm Pilots). There were some very fun things to do with the little boxes of technology, but don't tell the students that they were actually learning tools. The students used the Visers for educational pur­ poses such as math, state in­ formation, “Free Write” and “Graffiti,” a form of writing. “I planned on a week for them to get used to (using the Visers),” said LaCroix. “They picked up on it in about 45 minutes.” The Visers have other benefits, besides being a fun way to learn. In essence, the Visers may reduce the amount of nonproductive class time. The students “beamed” their information to their teachers “port,” they also helped each other when they were stuck on some­ thing. The Visers cut down on students went to Western Michigan for three days to the Michigan Youth Arts Festival. According to stu­ dents Arturo Ziraldo (viola) and Lynsey Anderson (vi­ ola), “Basically you get there by doing well at Solo and Ensemble.” The stu­ dents, including Elizabeth Martin, who has since graduated, received certifi­ cates for having participated in the Festival. “But (being there is) a reward in itself.” The students in Kelly LaCroix’s (Kettle Lake) fourth grade class this past school year were acting as guinea pigs. Technically ad­ vanced, having fun, learning tons - guinea pigs. The stu­ dents were participating in a the paper expense, an ever- said with a laugh. The stu­ increasing concern with dents profit from this teach­ ecology and school supply ing because it reinforces money. (Although Visers what they’ve been learning. would have an initial cost, Furthermore, it has en­ they can be used from year hanced the learning of the Special Education students. to year.) 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Chairman Archie Warner stressed the need for the commission to approach the project as aggressively as possible, and work on the remaining ordinance sec­ tions on the additional Mon­ days. Some of the sections have been reviewed twice and ap­ proved by the Planning Commission, and several will come up for a hearing in July. Some of these are on open space, signs, home oc­ cupations and non-conform­ ing uses. Generally, the commis­ sion has discussed each ex­ isting ordinance section, discussed the suggested changes by both the consult­ ant and the commissioners, sent the revisions to the township attorney, and re­ viewed it again before pre­ paring it for public hearing. The ordinance is then pre­ sented for public comment, and with a few final revi­ sions sent it to the board. The Township Board will approve the final version of each ordinance. The high­ way commercial ordinance is the only section which has gone through the entire process, and the board wanted revisions to that. The commissioners de­ cided not to review the open space and cluster zoning section yet another time. Dettloff agreed to present a spread sheet to more easily track the progress of each part of every ordinance chapter, with a schedule for each. A chapter on special and permitted uses, and another on general provisions, is yet to come and will undergo the complete process. Some final details on chapters covered previously came up once again, for home occupations and home-based businesses. Dettloff brought his con­ cepts for a parking and load­ ing ordinance, and a PUD ordinance to be read and dis­ cussed by the commission June 24. Once again, it did RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES is currently seeking a full-time Radiologic Technologist to work 2nd shift. Must be registered or registry eligible in Mammography. Scheduled every third weekend and two holidays per year. 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He said PUDs could be set up as overlays to the underlying zoning in a geo­ graphic district, which would streamline the PUD process. This establishes a overlay was more flexible for making changes. He said as an overlay, a variety of uses, and mixed uses were allowed. Governing is done through a contract between the township and the devel­ oper. As is. a rezoning applica­ tion is required to establish a PUD and the board would not have to approve a zoning change with an overlay. He said the process presently is much more cumbersome than his proposed method. Disadvantages: It might be required to revise all the existing PUD zones and or­ dinances. as many as 35, in order to change the ap­ proach. Rezoning these PUDs and holding public hearings for each could be a daunting task, if not alto­ gether prohibitive. Chairman Warner said he was concerned about the time it would take to revise the system already in place, and which might not be pos­ sible with all the PUDs al­ ready established as zones. Warner insisted on present­ ing the concept to the town­ ship attorney before invest­ ing a lot of time in it. If he advises against it, the only changes to deal with are those needed to correct the existing ordinance. Commissioners also wanted Dettloff to further list pros and cons of the two different approaches to PUD zoning, before discussing the method further. Crackdown, continued from page frontage were maintained. Commissioner Ric Parent said he was disappointed the developers would take it on themselves to change the once approved plans. Parent said minor changes were those that did not affect the basis upon which the initial approval was made or ad­ versely affect the overall project, but believed major changes had been made, naming several kinds of al­ terations, including changes in 50 percent of the lots. Planner Zylstra had inter­ preted the changes as minor. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he was glad Zylstra had caught the situation be­ fore completed, and credited the developer for coming in to amend the plan. He said it points to a larger problem, and said he would not be surprised if this was not go­ ing on in a lot of other pro­ jects as well. He said there was a need for improved communica­ tion and policing on the township side. There has been a problem of enforcement with only an intermittent zoning adminis­ trator for over a year. Zyl­ stra has been trying to deal with the most serious, issues in addition to handling both managerial and planning du­ ties. Family Dentistry of Caledonia invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment set of conditions over the underlying zone. Dettloff said he does not work with one community around Kalamazoo that uses the PUD as a district or zone. The experience of the commissioners in Kent County differed from Dettloffs perspective. Commis­ sioner Don Koopmans said he liked having the PUD as a concrete district and thought there was more con­ trol. Briefly Dettloff listed ad­ vantages and disadvantages: Advantages: The change could increase the regulatory input of the planning com­ mission. Dettloff said it would be a shorter process than it is now. He said the ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave.. M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said the situation should have been intercepted by the building department when building permits were issued and the property descrip­ tions did not match develop­ ment plans. Setback require­ ments are supposed to be checked at that stage. Parent said, "It appears there is a malpractice issue here." He stressed that be­ cause more than 50 percent of the development design had been altered, it should be treated as a major change Koopmans said, "Trust is broken for the whole pro­ ject. This gives the idea that engineers can make these kinds of changes and not talk to us first." Later he pointed out changes were made on more than one or two lots. Warner supported treating the changes as major, requir­ ing the additional time, with the exception of the one lot. Warner pointed out they could not remedy the land­ locked lot problem, and treating it a major change would affect that owner. If treated as a major change, a public hearing and about two and a half months would be required, with the probable same result. Zylstra advised the com­ mission should make a de­ termination for the entire PUD rather than for one owner's problem. He said the owner's recourse was against the owner or devel­ oper, or to get a variance from the ZBA. It was suggested stopping the building and selling of lots might be one option to penalize the developer, but commissioners did not want homeowners to be punished, when they were not to blame. Stibey stressed there had been no intention to deceive anyone, and had believed moving lot lines within minimums was OK. He ac­ knowledged it was a bad as­ sumption, but pointed out no extra lots had been added and the basic layout had not changed. Bujak asked how this could happen when the engi­ neering firm he works for requires documentation of every change, and keeps an elaborate revision history. Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier pointed out a recent cell tower request had been sent back because of design dis­ crepancies. Bujak repeated accurate blueprints must be required. Stibley said these plans were accurate. Bujak said changes in pro­ cedures in the building de­ partment were needed so such problems were inter­ cepted. He suggested the new zoning administrator should include monitoring and matching construction details with the plans. As to the overall problem, some commissioners were of the opinion the lot sizes and overall density of the development had not changed, and the project as shown with general lot aver­ ages had basically been ap­ proved back in 1994, and since the township building department had already ap­ proved so many lots, ap­ proval of the adjustments should be given by the com­ mission. In audition, most of the lots were larger than they had been on the origi­ nal plans. The last phase of the pro­ ject had not yet been ap­ proved. No changes on lot frontages had been affected by changes in the first two phases. Commissioners stressed at least the remain­ ing lots in phase three should remain the same as originally approved. The project was narrowly approved with Parent, Koopmans and Bujak op­ posed. Warner asked for an offi­ cial letter of admonishment to be sent to the developer. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. J SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES GENERAL LABOR ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, housewives and teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$$ Days and Nights Available Need for July, August & September CALL 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 O.JTL to 4 p.m TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. ■Rl 1315 Sherman St.. Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 2. 2002/Page 11 Economic development director speaks to council by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dixie Manshum spoke to the Middleville Village Council last Tuesday about work she has been doing as director of the Barry County Economic Alliance. She told council members that economic growth is happening in the county. She said he has visited with Bradford White, Metaidyne and Production Solutions. “It has been a very positive experience. Wc hope the Economic Alli- ance can be a support sys­ tem for manufacturers in the county.” Touching briefly on stra­ tegic planning, she told council, “If we don’t plan now, the plan will be done to us” After discussion of the “Link Michigan” effort to expand broadband Internet capacity and high speed ac­ cess into the entire state, the council decided to wait to determine how much they would contribute to the bution of area parks, includ­ ing Sesquicentennial and Spring parks. Following discussion of the status of the Phase 1 work at Stagecoach Park and the evidence that the Mill Pond condominium de­ velopment is set to move ahead, the council approved work on Phase II, which in­ cludes the St. James Circle and parking area. The council heard from developer Jerrel DeKok that he has received his Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality permits, the ease­ ment for the fiber optic ca­ ble has been cleaned up and he will close on develop­ ment loan in the first week of July. He hopes to begin moving earth by July 15 and work on the first building should begin by August 15. Council President Lon Myers announced that the release, Snide was at the village hopes to completely scene when officers arrived. repave local streets within He was arrested for the stab­ three years. The council ap­ bing incident and treated at proved the first year’s work an area hospital for injuries of slightly more than received during the earlier $64,000, which includes re­ paving of Park, Fremont, altercation. Snide was arraigned Dayton and Elies streets. through the 63rd District The work by Woodland Paving also includes the re­ Court in Cascade last Friday paving of Stadium Drive on a charge of assault with with Whippoorwill and Car­ intent to do great bodily dinal as well. harm. His bond was set at Village Manager Bryan $100,000. The incident remains un­ Gruesbeck told the council, “We need to check with the der investigation. county’s effort until the next meeting. In other council news last week. Charles Pullen an­ nounced that parks commit­ tee will meet with eight stu­ dents who have ideas for a “skate park” to be built on former tennis courts at Cal­ vin Hill Park. Pullen asked for an estimate for repaving the area. The parks committee also will meet with Rod Kenyon from the Lions Club about possible permanent markers denoting the Lions’ contri­ POLICE BEAT Stabbing victim in stable condition A 10-year-old Caledonia tat ion. boy reportedly was stabbed The victim, who did not last Thursday in the 7500 live at the address, is said to have been staying at a block of 68th Street in Cale­ friend's house. He was donia Township. Kent County Sheriff De­ treated at the scene by Cale­ partment officers responded donia Fire Rescue, then to the incident at 3:26 a.m. transported to Spectrum to discover that the boy had Health-Butterworth Campus been stabbed in the back. in Grand Rapids by Life According to police, the 17- Ambulance. He remained in stable ycar-old assailant, Robert Wayne Snide Jr., may have condition with non-life threatening injuries as of mistaken the boy for his in[ tended victim. Apparently Friday night. According to a County Hhe suspect had been in­ volved in an earlier confron- Sheriff’s Department news Window vandals sought by cops Vandals who used rocks to destroy windows at Bob’s Engine Hospital in Mid­ dleville and at McFall Ele­ mentary School over the past three weeks are being sought by the Middleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. Sgt. Tony Stein said the car repair business has been targeted three times. “They all have the same method of operation, that is, throwing rocks through the windows,” he said. Anyone with information can call Stein at 616-7959862 or Silent Observer at 1-800-310-9031. PAYROLL COORDINATOR Pennock Health Service* has an opportunity for an experi­ enced payroll professional to join our team Responsibilities will include in-house payroll processing for 600 employees. HR1S database administration. FMLA, STD. and LTD admin­ istration. and administration of pension plan consisting of 403(b) and defined contribution The desired candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills.the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle highly confidential information Good proHem solving, com­ puter skills, know ledge of payroll procedures and regulations required. Experience with Kronos. MEDITECH and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred Interested candidates can for­ ward resume to pennock 1 R isers net. Fax to 616-945-0825 or mail to Pennock Health Senices. Attention Laune King. 1009 West Green Street Hastings. Ml 49058 Pennock paving company to make sure the estimates of back filling along the new asphalt rolled curb are accurate.** There is also a possibility that village employees may move mailboxes following the repaving. All work should be com­ pleted by July 31. In other business. Charlie Miller reported that the wastewater treatment plant is running well and that nickel levels are still within allowed standards. The board agreed to allow the Middleville VFW to place a tool sale truck in the alley behind the VFW for a one day sale Wednesday, July 31. The next meeting of the Village council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. July 9. in the Village Hall.' PUBLIC NOTICE Waste Management Division Date Juty 2. 2002 The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality proposes to issue an authori­ zation for a discharge to the ground or groundwater pursuant to Part 31. Wate< Resources Protection of the Natural Resources and Envronmental Protection Act. 1994 PA 451 as amended (Ad 451) being Sections 324 3101 through 324 3119 of the Compiled Laws of Michigan and the administrative rotes promulgated thereon M7 Sheridan Street Middleville, Michigan 4S333 The applicant proposes to discharge a maximum 750.000 gallons per day (163,000,000 gallons per year) of treated sanitary wastewater only to the ground and groundwater from their discharge area located m the SW 7. of the NE .of Section 23 T4N, R10W, Thomapple Township. Barry County Comments or objections to the proposed authorization received by July 31. 2002 will be considered in the final decision to grant the permit Persons desiring intor mation regarding the proposed permit or procedures tor commenting or requesting a hearing should contact Groundwater Program Section. Waste Management Division. Department of Environmental Quality PO Bo* 30241. Lansing Michigan 48909. 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Zia hopes to continue fund-raising by speaking to local groups. The family has established a fund through the State Bank of Caledonia. Middleville branch. “I don’t want people to think I am asking money for myself. I just want to help residents of Afghanistan start over. 1 am so fortunate to live here with family and friends who care about me,” Afghanistan natives dream still on hold bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Zia Shook, a 2001 Thor­ napple Kellogg High School graduate who will be a sophomore at Eastern Michigan University in the fall, continues his quest for American citizenship, but it’s taking much longer than anticipated. Shook first came to the United States for treatment of serious injuries to his spine and bladder caused by Russian bombs during the Soviet invasion of Afghani­ stan. His grandmother car­ ried him to medical treat­ ment in Pakistan. Doctors there could not do anything for him and eventually the 5-year-old came to Kalamazoo for treatment. Eventually, he went to the University of Michigan for surgery. The young boy stayed with a family in Kalamazoo, then returned to Afghani­ stan. Unfortunately, medical treatment was not adequate and his problems returned. When he was 7 years old he returned to the United States for additional treatment. He eventually became the foster child of Sally and David Shook who adopted him when he was 16 in 1998. At the adoption cere­ mony Judge Richard H. Zia Shook tells former teacher Rojean Sprague of the struggle to gain American citizenship Shaw said, “He’s as Ameri­ can as any kid that I have ever met in my life.” Zia’s application for citi­ zenship has been delayed past his 18th birthday and now the Immigration and Naturalization Service tells the family that it could be many years before he can become a citizen. Zia told his former sev­ enth grade teacher, Rojean Sprague, of the situation. Shook had talked about his experiences to his class­ mates when he was in sev­ enth grade and has returned in the years since. One reason Zia is seeking citizenship papers is that the PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe grandmother who walked many miles to get him medi­ cal treatment, now is 97 years old and in failing health. Over the past several years during the Taliban oc­ cupation. Shook had no con­ tact with any of his relatives in Afghanistan, believing them to be dead. It turns out that he still has family in the country, but they had retreated to the mountains to get away from the Taliban. Zia’s Afghani father fought against the Taliban for three years be­ fore the recent action there. “One problem is that there is no work there. I feel that I have so much and I want to help,” Zia says. But without official citi­ zenship papers, Zia might not be able to return to the United States if he were to travel to Afghanistan. “I feel I am an Ameri­ can,” Zia says. “My future is here, but I would like to get to know my family in Af­ ghanistan better.” He has an uncle in Paki­ stan but speaks to him on the telephone very infre­ quently. “I might have an uncle in California, too, but I have never met him.” Zia works in a distribu­ tion center eight to 13 hours a night to earn money for college. He hopes to become a physical education teacher and to work in real estate, perhaps even before he graduates. 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Fighting Scots placed fifth in the O-K Gold Tourna­ ment and finished fourth in the conference overall. Over Your Head Ik Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON 'S DOZING ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS * STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA, MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. GVSU dean’s list includes 27 students from area Twenty-seven area stu­ dents have been named to the dean’s list for the winter 2002 semester at Grand Val­ ley State University. The students, grouped ac­ cording to their hometowns, were: Alto — Jennifer R. DeVormer, Donna Meekhof, Monica A. Muuse. Meghann J. Philips and Courtney L. Wiersum. Caledonia — Shannon R. Antvelink, Hillary A. Beuschel, Sarah E. Born, Rachel M. DeBruin, Sumer M. DeKorte, Heather A. Duffield, Brian P. Elve, Sta­ cey E. Graham, Patrick J. Huver, Tristan M. McMannis, Audra L. Nelson, Daniel J. Pluger. Christopher F. Riebel, Rebecca L. Roosien, Tara L. Winchester and Shannon L. Zoet. Middleville — Lindsey E. DeBoose, Ashley M. Gustinis, Raymond S. Howland. Tara R. Tasma, Jason D. VanElst and Rachel J. Wert. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail com vuq MIDDLEVILLE - Nancy L. Boersma. age 68. of Middleville, died Monday, June 24, 2002 at Spectrum Health East in Grand Rapids. She was bom May 6, 1934 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Louis and Harriett (Reed) Gilbert. Nancy served 16 years of Deputy for the Barry County Clerks Office, and retired in her third term as Barry County Clerk. She is survived by her husband Dale Boersma; Maurice J. Freeman-----SHELBYVILLE - Maur­ ice J. Freeman, age 82, of Shelbyville, passed away June 25, 2002 at Allegan General Hospital. He is survived by his wife. Myrtle Mae Freeman; broth­ er, Gordon Freeman of Kentwood; two sisters. Helen Huver of Lowell, Betty Kauwell of Grand Rapids; and sister-in-law, Mary' Lou Freeman of Kentwood; two sisters-inlaw. Esther Kelley and June Tungate, both of Middle­ ville; one brother-in-law. Vernon (Sally) Burgess of Hopkins; sister-in-law, Judy (Bill) Van Setten of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter. Rose Marie Freeman; brothers, Albert Freeman, Jerry Freeman and a sister. Marian Pickett. Funeral services were held Friday morning, June 28, 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middle­ ville. Rev. Norman Kohns officiated. Interment Lake­ side Cemetery, Caledonia. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 to place your ad in the Sun & news and reach over 11,000 area homes each week daughters. Sue (Glen) Martin, Janet (T.J.) Johnson. Beth (Terry) Weiler; four grandchildren. Jill, Pam. Jennifer, and Kyle; one great-grandson. Anthony; mother. Harriett Gilbert; sis­ ter. Eleanor (Arden) Holi­ day; brothers. Bart (Nina) Gilbert. Brad (Jan) Gilbert; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. Louis M. Gilbert, and nephew James Arden Holiday. Respecting her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held Tuesday. July 2. 2002 from 5-8 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Soc­ iety or the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. 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Open Mon.-Fri., 9am5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm KING PAINTING INTERIOR/exterior, Grahams paint. Call (616)891-2006 for free estimate. Community Notices ATTENTION TK CLASS of '72. There will be a class re­ union meeting on July 9, at 7pm at the Middle Villa. See you there! For Rent $0 DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! HUD, VA, FHA. Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. LIVE IN THE COUNTRY! Great schools, lovely woods, spacious 3 bedroom main floor apartment, deck, 1-1/2 bath, 1,150 square feet, $615; or upper floor, 1,250 square feet with office, $635. Pets $10, no dogs, M-50, near I96, (616)891-1840._________ THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appomtment. For Sale OUTDOOR USED BOOK SALE: THURSDAY, JULY 4TH. 830AM-3:30PM. CAS­ CADE LIBRARY PARK­ ING LOT. 2870 JACK­ SMITH AVE GREAT SE­ LECTION OF USED BOOKS FOR ADULTS, YOUNG ADULTS & CHIL­ DREN. HARD COVER & PAPERBACK, FICTION & NON-FICTION, HOBBIES, COLLECTIBLES, BLSI NESS, COOKBOOKS & RECORDS. SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF THE CAS­ CADE LIBRARY. FORtUNe CW£F RESTAURANT Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner American - Chinese - Steak 9353 Cherry Valley (M 37) Caledonia, Ml 49316 TRAILER FOR SALE 2002 Load Trail, 77”XIOft, end gate, lights, $900. Call (616)672-7167 after 6pm. Garage Sale FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 2 Help Wanted LOOKING FOR INDIVID­ UAL to watch my 3 & 4 year olds in my Middleville home, references required, hours and wages negotiable, no weekends, call 616-2925558. Jobs Wanted NEED HOUSE CLEANING DONE? Excellent references, reasonable rates. Call Amy, (616)765-3095. In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF DOLORES WEEKS who left us 1 year ago on July 5, 2001. We know you are in heaven watching over us, we miss your smiling face, caring and love that you gave to all of us. Sadly missed by your children & grandchildren. Lawn & Garden DUMP TRUCK 5 YARD DELIVERY OF PRIME BLACK TOP SOIL FOR LAWN & GARDEN, SAND, GRAVEL, LAND­ SCAPE ROCKS, BARK MULCH, BACK HOE LOADER AVAILABLE. CALL BUSH & SONS (616)795-9797. PACKAGE/EXPRESS/DELIVERY DRIVER - to $800/week + benefits, small cargo truck, training provid­ ed, daily route, hiring now, (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. ROADWORK/EQLTPMENT OPERATOR - to $17/hour + great benefits, lots of overtime, trainees/skilled, major com­ pany, interview now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. CABLE/HOME HOOKUP, TO $1923/hour, lots of hours, entry level, major company, start now, (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. CAFETERIA/FOOD SERV­ ICE WORKER - to $13/hr + benefits, entry/skilled level, full & part time, needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. MANCELONA: 5.03 ACRES of hardwoods, close to state land, lakes, and trails. Ideal hunting and camping base. Driveway and cleared site, electric. $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land contract. www.northemlandco.com, Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118. BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property^ has 2.5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country; plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612. MIDDLEVILLE: 4 Bedroom Ranch walk-out on 2 acres with cathedral ceilings and open floor plan, 2 full baths, 2 stall attached garage plus pole bam, $169,900. (616)795-2621 ‘ CALEDONIA: beautiful w’ooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910. Recreation 1998 HONDA XR70: low hours, excellent condition, $900. (616)891-0369________ HASTINGS BANNER SUBSCRI PTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. Pets SUMMER FUN: Hi, looking for a fun loving, smart, oh yeah & gorgeous compan­ ion? We are 7 weeks old, soft silky fur, black & tan, pure­ bred Dachshunds and our big eyes - oh just a must see! Want to take one of us home to be part of your family? Call (616)948-4328 nights & weekends to meet mom & dad, oh yeah & us too, $300/males, $350/female! Real Estate FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Join us for lunch! Try a Panini on Fresh Baked Bread with choice of side *4.50 Chess Early Bird Specials Every Monday 7:(X) p.m. Open Friday Pm' Smail Coffee Small Coffee & Roll 49* *1.50 124 E. Main St.. Middleville. 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We help memories last forever! 35mm Film Processing • NE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT A Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... GET 8X10 "“•* ENLARGEMENTS same mr at nerr Mr neussas Ask about the Printing Plus Club Card for extra value! SPECIALTY PAPERS COPIES SEE OUR HUGE SELECTION OF COLORS & SPECIAL TEXTURES BLACK & WHITE OR FULL COLOR CHECK OUR PRICES! Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Jason Van Elst casts quite a shadow, in more ways than one. The 1996 Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg grad and standout thrower for the Grand Valley State Univer­ sity track and field team cer­ tainly has the bulk to blot out the sun. but his longest shadow extends deep into the Laker record books and across the entire GVSU pro­ gram. Slowed in his senior out­ door season this spring with a bout of mononucleosis, Van Elst still managed to garner the fifth All-Ameri­ can honor of his stellar col­ lege career with a seventh­ place finish in the hammer throw at the NCAA Division II Nationals in May. He also won his first outdoor confer­ ence titles in the hammer and shot put, and placed sec­ ond in the discus. Despite all his national honors, Van Elst was verypleased to finally top the conference in an outdoor season. “Our conference (the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, or GLIAC) has been really strong,” Van Elst said. “Jud Logan, the coach at (GLIAC member) Ashland, is a four­ time Olympic hammer thrower. He always brings in the athletes and they’re al­ ways a power.” Van Elst earned the same kind of respect for GVSU. At the Division II Indoor Championships in March, before his illness, he became the school’s first-ever na­ tional champion in track and field by winning the 35pound weight throw. He also competed in the same event at the U.S. Nationals in New York City, where he placed 15th overall. Van Elst was named the Great Lakes Region Athlete of the Year in both the win­ ter and spring, and GVSU recently named him its male Athlete of the Year across all sports. He owns school records in the hammer (195 feet, 3 inches), discus (1695), shot put (55-7) and 35pound weight (65-9 1/2). More hardware: Jason Van Elst battled through illness to win his first outdoor conference titles in May. And oh yeah, he was also the team MVP and an Aca­ demic All-American to boot. After all that, it’s no sur­ prise that the team wants to keep him around. Van Elst, who just finished his under­ graduate degree in physical education, will stay on as a graduate assistant coach and work toward a higher degree in non-profit administration, compliments of GVSU. “It’s a good situation for me,” said Van Elst, who plans to make coaching a ca­ reer. “I get to keep throwing, and they’re paying for my grad school.” Van Elst can continue to compete, thanks to a long­ standing track and field tra­ dition. Most meets are open to individuals without a team affiliation. “Pretty much every (NCAA) Division I or II meet is open. You don’t need to be attached to a col­ lege,” Van Elst said. “Any athlete can throw. “It’s unique to our sport. I’ve seen people 50 years old competing in our meets. It can be a lifelong deal.” Van Elst will be joined in post-college competition by GVSU teammate and 1997 TK grad Jenna Shook, who capped her Ixikcr eligibility with a fourth-place finish in the hammer throw at the Di­ vision II Nationals. The two Trojans, along with distance runners Jessica Davis at Western Michigan Univer­ sity and Danielle Quisenberry at Central Michigan University, have helped to put Middleville on the col­ lege track map in a big way. “I think it’s a wonderful thing,” Van Elst said of the TK connection. “Athletics are such a big deal to the community. To sec that peo­ ple still take an interest in what we’re doing is real spe­ cial to me.” Van Elst, the son of Dave and Sandi Van Elst of Yan­ kee Springs, will get a jump on coaching this summer working with the Grand Rapids Track Club. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair can... (6*16) 795-9596 AU Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON • FRI 8:30 • 6:00 • SAT 8:30 • 1:00 Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd^Street^Middlevill^ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-07-09.pdf 03983b92480574e398dad8559405a16d PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST PAID HASTES U! PERMIT NO 7 jma Areas Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville ai 131st year Middleville. Michigan 4^333 No. Ztt/juiy 9, 2002 Telephone area code change starts July 13 by Marcie Westover J-Ad Graphics Intern Residents in and south of Hastings, Middleville, Wcxidland, Wayland, Sauga­ tuck, Hamilton and Hopkins will have their area codes changed July 13 from 616 to 269. There will be a period of “permissive calling” from July 13 until Feb. 13, 2003, in which the 616 area code can still be used, but after­ ward the 269 area code goes into “mandatory dialing” and a long distance connec­ tion cannot be made without dialing 269. The Federal Communica­ tions Commission decided to split the 616 area code re­ gion because of an increased demand in phone numbers, meaning that FCC decided the 616 area code is reach­ ing a point of “exhaustion.” The recent demand for numbers has been linked to more service providers, the increase in wireless service, dial-up modems, people get­ ting second lines and the fact the more people are working from home and us­ ing additional phone lines, said an SBC Ameritech spokesperson. There should be no change in local pricing sys­ tems due to the new area code. Residents of these areas are urged to notify friends and family of the change. They might also want to check with their Internet dial-up service and fax ma­ chines to see if the numbers are affected. It is also important for residents with specific alarm systems to ensure that the area code change does not affect their systems. “Think of your number as a 10-digit number, not just a seven-digit number." said an SBC Ameritech spokesper­ son. With the start of the new area code there have been reports of some localized telephone communications problems. Local attorney Jim Kin­ ney was glancing over his phone bill recently when he noticed a call he placed to the Woodland area cost 26 cents a minute. Kinney was confused by what he be­ lieved to be incorrect billing. This was because the call would regularly be consid­ ered a local call with no charge. “It took 45 minutes to get my bill corrected,” said Kin­ ney. He claimed that calls he made to the Delton area also were overcharged as long distance. Kinney commented that with the new area codes, something got switched around and local calls got priced as long distance. The Federal Communications Commission decided to split the 616 area code region because of an increased demand in phone numbers, meaning that the FCC decided the 616 area code is reaching a point of ‘Exhaustion.* “Check your bill. People just pay it (phone bill) blindly without checking.” said Kinney. In response an Ameritech spokesperson stated that consumers need to check their calling plans. This is because certain calling plans supply only a certain num­ ber of calls to particular ar­ eas before charhing long distance rates. Other Hastings residents have had similar concerns with their phone bills from a different phone company Some claim that they were incorrectly billed for calls they placed to the Delton area. On certain calling plans. Delton recently was changed from being consid­ ered a long distance to a lo­ cal call. Those who believe they were incorrectly billed should contact their service provider for further informa­ tion. Ferris senior crowned 2003 Miss Middleville-Barry County by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Andrea Orlov Bucher, 21, Xf Freeport, was crowned X For Miss Middleville Barry County, Andrea Orlov Bucher, the third time was the charm. Miss Middleville-Barry County at the third local pageant held June 29. The senior at Ferris State University did a lively fit­ ness routine for her talent. She also spoke movingly of the need to provide suicide prevention services and sup­ port for the family members of suicide victims. Bucher was the runner-up at last year’s pageant. She has been very active in her local community. Her mother and stepfather are Lisa and Harold Andrus. Along with her crown and scepter, Bucher received a $1,200 scholarship and will be competing in the Miss The contestants in the 2002 Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Pageant all received flowers from left are Sadie Bowerman. Amanda Fisk, Wendy Hunderman. Miss Middleville 2002 Andrea Bucher, Miss Middleville 2001 Nikk. Schiedel, Samantha VanderSloot, Latisha Smith, Rebecca Dufresne and Amya Rudnik. Michigan Pageant in June 2003. She will be appearing at many local events and will have an active role in Heritage Days on September 6 and 7. Samantha Vandersloot was named the first runnerup. Her self choreographed tap dance wowed the audi­ ence. Her platform this year was providing leadership and self-esteem training for freshmen entering Michigan State University. She re­ ceived a $200 scholarship. Second runner-up was |g Wendy Hunderman, 21, of Shelbyville who will be a senior at Grand Valley State University. She is the daughter of Rich and Laura Hunderman. She displayed her art work as her talent. Her platform was promoting art education for children. She received a $100 scholar­ ship. Latisha Smith, 17, of Middleville, was named the third runner-up. She is the daughter of Philip and Elaine Smith. She will be a senior this fall at Thomapple Kellogg High School. A var­ sity cheerleader, she is also on the varsity softball team and is in the color guard of the band. She played “God Bless the USA" on her saxo­ phone in the talent portion of her program. She selected “Locks of Love” as her plat­ form. She received a $100 savings bond. Also competing were: • Sadie Bowerman, 17, of Middleville, a senior at Thomapple Kellogg High School. She did a cheer dance with tumbling for her See Miss Middled. pg. 2 The court received scholarships during the Miss Middleville Barry County Pageant. Pictured from left are first runner up Samantha VanderSloot, Miss Mid­ dleville Barry County Andrea Bucher, second runner up Wendy Hunderman and third runner up Latisha Smith. In This Issue Local fire squads receive advanced training Car wash to be added to 68th Street gas station Middleville planners hear complaints about landscaping Cell phone providers must hide tower compounds �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/July 9. 2002 Miss Middleville, continued from page 1 talent. Her parents are Mar­ tha and Fritz Bowerman. Her platform was promoting early childhood education. • Rebecca Dufresne, 17, of Hastings a senior this fall at Thornapple Kellogg High School She has been very active in 4-H. acted in school plays and in the Thornapple Arts Council Summer Youth Theater pro­ ductions. Her dramatic read­ ing touched humorously on the things all public speak­ ers want to say as well as the Miss Michigan Erin Moss, helps Miss Middleville Barry County adjust her tiara pitfalls of being a speaker. Her platform was preventing cruelty to animals. Her par­ ents are Kim and Cathy Du­ fresne. • Amanda Fisk of Mid­ dleville, turned 17 years old on the day after the pageant. She will be a senior this vear at the TK High School. Her parents are Ken and Rhonda Fisk. Her dance was a sweet expression of life. Her plat­ form was promoting ele­ mentary music education. • Amya Rudnik. 20, who will be a junior this fall at Olivet college. This Delton resident has been active in 4-H. works with dogs and horses and is an experienced artist. She narrated a slide show to talk about her art as her talent. Her parents are Charles and Cynthia Rud­ nik. Her platform focused on helping eliminate animal abandonment. Besides the scholarships, which were presented, DuFresne and Smith both re­ ceived $100 scholarships for collecting the most funds during the various scholar­ ship fund-raisers held to support this year’s pageant. Erin Moss. Miss Michi­ gan 2002, attended the pag­ eant and encouraged all the young women to pursue their dreams. Nikki Schiedel, last year’s Miss Middleville-Barry County, played the piano for the last time as a farewell gift to the audience. She thanked everyone for allow­ ing her to have a great year representing the county. Dancers from Harmony Dance Source in Middleville helped the pageant with “Puttin’ on the Ritz” and dances reflecting an island get-away. The dancers were Kelly Kowalczyk. Stephanie Buer. Adam Terpstra. Karen Miller. Nikki Billett. Andrea Truer. Melanie Truer and Michelle Lenartz. Terry Terpstra directed the dance numbers. The judges were Debbie Nelson of Paw Paw, Kathy Dood of Grand Rapids. Lisa Roossien of Grand Rapids. Michelle Kershner Of Grand Rapids and celebrity judge Dr. James Smiggen of Ada. Kelli Leep, executive di­ rector of the pageant, pre­ sented Schiedel with flowers and at least one scrapbook of a year filled with events and appearances. Pageant producer Cheryl Peters encouraged everyone to help support the scholar­ ship pageant. Anyone inter­ ested in volunteering or pro­ dressed up at the dress-up tent, or take a tractor ride. There will also be balloons, face painting, a root-beer tent and music, plus much more. Food will include roast pork and chicken accompa­ nied by German potato salad and baked beans, plus dessert! A variety of soft drinks will be on hand. There will be no charge. Steak Fry (616) 891-1168 FOR INFORMATION rov* FUll SfffWCf SALON (614) 89M272 9954 CHItIN VMLW. CALEDONIA, Mi 49316 The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Middleville, The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will have its very first annual commu­ nity-wide pig roast Saturday, July 20. from 2 to 6 p.m. at Our mission is tokeep up with the . latest trends andj technology in our industry ... j Color the* Cut 3dIOH.!no £;*< CM & 3;fl The church has been part of the community since May 1998. “We are holding this com­ munity-wide pig roast as a way of saying thank you for being such a great neighbor. We are hoping for a large crowd,” a church spokesman said. For more information, call 795-4416 or Good Sheperd at 795-2391. New Listing, Caledonia, Acreage Saturday, July 13th 5:30 - 8:30 p.m Coldwater Creek Road, just south of 100th Street Bucher will help crown the next Miss MiddlevilleBarry County on Saturday, June 28, 2003 viding financial support tor the pageant can call Leep at 795-5337 or Peters at 7954972. Good Shepherd plans community pig roast Caledonia Sportsman Club Adults $10.00; Children under 12 $5.00 Three Michigan beauties enjoy some conversation From left are Miss Middleville 2001 Nikki Schiedel. Miss Michigan 2002 Erin Moss and Miss Middleville 2002 Andrea Orlov Bucher We provide . ■-’t a friendly, professional atmosphere. Color High fit Low Lighting Haircuts Perms Formal Styles Waxing Facials • Pedicures Nails the church grounds, located 908 W. Main in Middleville. Members of Good Shepherd invite everyone to come and enjoy a day of food, fun and festivities. 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Mt'Juty 9. 2002/Page 3 Local fire squads receive advanced training As staffing continues to be a struggle, the members of the Caledonia Fire Rescue and surrounding communities work almost as if they were one big department with satellite branches. If a multiple casualty incident were to take place, the joint effort of the department would be even more necessary. munity Schools. District Business Manager Judi Dean and the Transportation Department’s Andy Snyder were instrumental in procur­ ing a used bus from Neal’s Truck Parts. Berry’s and Gillikin’s Towing in Grand Rapids also has been gener­ ous with donations of cars for training purposes. For their MCI training ef­ fort. the team members will receive a certificate of train­ ing from Dominion Fire Services. It’s important to note that the hours they put into this training are over and above what is required from the regular fire rescue training. They feel the train­ ing is worthwhile though, as will the community should an MCI ever take place in the Caledonia area Can 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION ads. Color makes more of wella makes more of color Dan Peterson of Do­ minion Fire Services (Ra­ venna, OH), an extrica­ tion specialist for the past 10 years, shows the lack of room for emergency equipment between bus seats. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Now that school is out, most parents aren’t thinking about the safety of their chil­ dren on the school buses. But the Caledonia Fire Rescue team certainly does. Right in the same category as other MCls -Multiple Casualty Incidents. Not long ago, 16 mem- Team members from bers from Caledonia’s Fire Rescue (nine), Dutton- Dutton-Gaines Township, Gaines Township (four) and Thornapple-Middleville Thornapple-Middleville and Caledonia Fire Res­ (three) squads took part in a cue took part in the Multi­ special training practice for ple Casualty Incident MCI extrication (removal) (MCI) Extrication training. training. MCI includes Knowledge of several ar­ school buses as well as tour eas of access points is buses. needed for an MCI. The The training was handled under the watchful eye of roof of a bus may be cut Dan Peterson of Dominion and removed to allow for Fire Services out of Ra­ more room for rescue ef­ venna, Ohio. Peterson has forts (especially if the bus been a firefighter for 25 lands on its side). years and an extrication spe­ cialist for 10 years. are generally displaced from Many readers may think their original seating. that getting somebody out of Rescue workers must a vehicle, any vehicle, learn the best access points would be approximately the to remove the metal panels same procedure. This is not of the vehicle so as to get to the case in a large, multiple the crew and passengers as transportation vehicle. Often quickly as possible, without there is only 18 inches of causing further harm and room to bring in back damage. This is where the boards, rescue workers and MCI training comes into other equipment. And in the play. case of buses, because there As has happened on other are no seat belts, passengers training exercises in the past, members from the dif­ ferent departments work to­ gether. As staffing continues to be a struggle, the mem­ bers of the Caledonia Fire Rescue and surrounding communities work almost as Selection of if they were one big depart­ ment with satellite branches. If a multiple casualty inci­ dent were to take place, the joint effort of the depart­ ments would.be even more necessary. Both Acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett and Fire Res­ cue worker Jason Robards 9175 Cherry \ullcv, Ste. J, Caledonia. Ml 49316 were quick to point out that 891-2418 they would not even be able Huuix M.m & Wed IO^mr to perform the training were it not for Caledonia Com- s Konsignment Of SUMMER CLOTHING nair Caledonia village Centre • 891-1093 Make the home ofyour dreams, reality. Build your dream home with one-stop construction loans and permanent financing at State Bank of Caledonia. Call and make an appointment with one of our Mortgage Associates to see what type offinancing would best fit your needs. He 'll help you realize your dreams and get your home offpaper and onto your land. StatevowBank of Caledonia Fioni • crvicc you from 627 East Main Street • Caledonia, 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo. 3205 68th Street, SE • Dutton, 303 Arlington Street • Middleville, Ml Ml Ml Mt 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • Trust 616.891.8113 616.381.7960 616 698 6337 616.795.3361 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Mi/Jufy 9. 2002 Twelve local students on Calvin's dean list Twelve local students were named to the dean’s list for the spring term 2002 at Calvin College, Grand Rapids. To be included on the list, students had to achieve at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age on a 4.0 scale. The students, their home­ towns, class levels, parents, major fields of study and high school alma maters were: • Jeremy S. Hanson of Caledonia, a freshman, dually enrolled high school student, son of Larry and Cheryl Hanson, Caledonia High School. • Melanie S. Hanson of Caledonia, a senior, engi­ neering, electrical concen­ tration, daughter of Larry and Cheryl Hanson, Caledo­ nia High School. • Ryan T. Hanson of Caledonia, a junior, engi­ neering. electrical concen­ tration. son of Larry and Chery! Hanson. Caledonia High School. • Kate E. Harms of Cale­ donia. a senior, account­ ancy. daughter of Richard and Joan Harms, South Christian High School. • Nicholas J. In’t Hout, a junior. Spanish, son of Nick and Johanna In’t Hout. South Christian High School. • Jonathan B. Mensink of Caledonia, a senior. CAStelecommunications. son of the Rev. Bryce and Janice Mensink. Grand Rapids Christian High School. • Scott A. Robertson of Caledonia, a senior, biology, son of Dr. Richard and Cynthia Robertson. Grand Rapids Baptist High School • Paul A. Trowbridge of Caledonia, a junior, psychol­ ogy, son of Dr. William and Laura Trowbridge. South Christian High School. • Mark A. VanderWoude of Caledonia, a senior, engi­ neering. civil concentration, son of Dale and Maribeth VanderWoude. South Chris­ tian High School. • Adam R. Bonner, a jun­ ior. engineering, chemical concentration, son of Rich­ ard and Rieta Bonner, Cale­ donia High School. • Rachel M. Koning of Alto, a senibr. nursing, daughter of Edward and Kim Koning. South Chris­ tian High School. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School ............. 9 30 Morning Worship 10 45 Evening Praise.................. . 6 00 WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 a.m. a m p.m pm 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles c 0 M M Uh I a place to belong I Y CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship ......... 9 30 & 1100 a m Youth Ministry .................... 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev Mu hart Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor ( hun h Office 616-8914)287 Visit our web site www.brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunh with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brui e N. Stewart. Senior Pastor .Alan D. Moody. Asst. Pastor Douglas G. Beason, Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CF. . Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Cluhs . 9 45 a.m 1100 a.m 600 p.m. 6 45 p.m. 6:45 p.m CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship........................................ 9 30 a.m. Sunday School ... 1100 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a.m GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east ofWhilneyville Rd Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900 rm and 1030 a m In the Beginning Part V - God Calk \bram 9 30am Coffee Fciiouship (Nursery and Child Care available throughout the morning Res Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891 8660 Fax 891-8MS www cakdoniaunK org Community CT>ri$t ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St neor Whrtneyvie Ave Church School. Sunday Praise Singing ^x**1^*^ 9 45 a ra 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed. Fellowship 7.30 p m Pastor Lloyd De Vomer Sr Church Ph 868-6810•Pastors Ph 897-7407 5590 Whitneyvilte Ave., S.E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bai lard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. A Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun 6:30 pm M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee (yaui Cennmundy Cumpui TThmi/uy muY Seouce —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Whitneyvilk Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m. Sunday School for All Ages 1045 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Suitman • Church Office: www lakesidecommuraty org Sundn vs enmg Wrshy A30am Tradtfxrui 1100am G.<wmporary Sunday School lor A» Apes 945 am Sumin Evening Senace t> P“> Pioneer dub K-6 Weonesdas 630pm Prayer Meeting Wedredn 6 JO p m Youth Mamtn Sunday 6 30pm MV TOTViM) • NOtMAX UnUr FMnr 891-8028 • e-mail IngfacnSnen net Office 891-8688 www iservnet/~stpaul SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass: 9 30 a.m. 792-2889 THORNAPPI l< BIBLE CI II 11 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship .10:00 a m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Christian Educatn Hout i 1:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-860 pm Pistoc Pad M Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnk«xi 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-698-8001 redeemerinsen jict www.redeemercotmant.org 9 30 a m Parmelee Morning Worship Middevile Morning Worship Sunday School (Jr I4gh 4 AdJts) Nursery Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evenng Jr High • Grades 6-8 Wed Evenrg 1100 a m 945 am 1100 am. 600800 pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. community Worship 9:30 am Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor. Rev Josh fituni Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65 65 WAY Check our web site www wgvfgrenc on WHITNEYVILLE Leighton Church totaled in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue Sunday School 9:45 AM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday 250 Vine Street 1M-37 to Emmons to Vine) July 14 TEIjc TEimc 4rfil£tI)0bifit Cljurd) Redeemer Covenant Church A CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Summer Sundav Worship Sen ices. May 26 Sept R 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7903 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia _____________ 1 mile west of M 37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 11:00 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed 700 PM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through + St Paul Lutheran Church All Services Tuve a Nurserg Available • Barner Free YOU ARE INVITED Ret1 E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10 00 a m Sunday School . .11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Rev P Adams PfaDte 891-8440 Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED bible 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sunday Servin Time» _ 9:15 A M. Morning Prayer (Holy Comnxirvon 2nd Sunday) 11.00 A.M. Hoiy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon* 795-2370 o< 94S-9327 Vicar - Re*. David T. He»t*kk I IClXC L ■ Church 8546 WhrtneyzJe Ave of 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is lord" Meeting of Caledonia High School Sunday School 9 30 a m Sunday Momrg Worshp 1030 a m. Meeting at crape* on Whrtneyvee Ave Sunday Evemg Worshp .6 00 pm Wed JAdweeir Prayer & BOie Study 7 00 pm 0ev Thoma iuys Pator • 2ev Kart 9asNor. Asoc Pasta Wew«e wnmeyvieobeag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 9, 2002Page 5 Under sea mysteries featured at TK’s next story hour July 25 This year’s summer read­ ing club registration contin­ ues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July 25. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The li­ brary is closed on Thursday. July 4. for the holiday. The final story hours for the youngest readers will be on Wednesday. July 17 at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day. July 23. At 10 a.m. on July 24 the All the readers helped Drummer Hoff “fire off his cannon. The Pledge of Allegiance started the July 3 "Free to Read" story hour. New sign approved for Brightside Church by Kuth Zachary Staff Writer Conditional permission to erect a new sign in Valley Point PUD was granted to Brightside Community Church by the Caledonia Planning Commission July 1. The church is somewhat unique in Caledonia for its location in an industrial zone, a temporary home while the congregation gath­ ers resources to build on property it owns to the west leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! of the PUD. Because it is in an indus­ trial PUD, the commission­ ers held the church to the standards for signage in such a district. Such signs are to identify the occupants located in the park. There now are two occupants, and one still-vacant site. The sign must not exceed 12 feet in height, must ob­ serve a 25-foot setback from the street right of way, will not be allowed to display graphics or include change­ able letters, and must share sign space with other busi­ nesses in the industrial park. The conditions will re­ quire modifications from the design submitted, which was taller than allowed, and con­ tained graphics. Tim Freder­ icks represented the church in making the request. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. Its the tray insurance should be. STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St • Caledon* Ml 49316 members of the Library He­ roes who have volunteered during the summer reading club will do a Reader's Theater presentation. “Words from History.” The young volunteers will relive the words which have made this country great. In a “Just for Teens” event the library will hold a special presentation Thurs­ day, July 25, at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to Green Lake Calvary plans ‘Music Fair’ next three weekends Green Lake calvary Church, 608-145th Ave., Caledonia, will have a Southern Gospel Summer Music Fest, which will be held in its new 500-seat air conditioned worship center at 6 p.m. July 14, 21 and 28. • July 14 - Hope’s Call, Woodhaven, Mich. • July 21 - Melody Masters Quartet, North Carolina. • July 28 - Gospelmen Quartet, Genesee, Mich. A free-will offering will be token. prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25. reading club participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize drawings. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores soon. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. July 30, with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club | THANK YOU 1 TT_______ J CL n__ _____________________ 1,1 Howard & Bertha Thaler would like to thank everyone for all the lovely cards and notes honoring our 60th anniversary, and to our family for the barbecue Saturday evening. I J I I $ House For Sale ? . L_ LL- ^B ■ 9 932 Greenwood, Middleville, Ml Main floor: kitchen, living, bath, 3 bedrooms. Basement: family room, office, laundry, bedroom. Brick front with aluminium siding, attached 2 car garage, nice sized fenced back yard with deck and stone patio. Improvements: Newer exterior doors, roof 5 years old, furnace/central air 2 years okl, septic plumbing 5 years old, elecrical upgrade on all switches, outlets and lights. Excellent neighborhood, close to schools. To see this well maintained home call 616-838-0502 or 616-795-7079 and ask for Dave or Julie. Family Dentistry of Caledonia invites you to conte in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients 616.891 9294 New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Juty 9. 2002 Dreams come true for ‘Cinderella* fan by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer Not only did Cinderella’s dreams come true; Cinder­ ella herself made another little princess’ dream come true. The local cast of Rodgers and Kammerstein’s “Cinder­ ella,” better known as the Caledonia Community Plav- ers, had a lunch date with the Caledonia community at Monterey Grille. One little girl in particular, Allie Ap­ plegate, 6 (soon to be a firstgrader at Emmons Lake), was thrilled to meet Cinder­ ella (a.k.a. Angie Kline. 16, a CHS senior this fall) and the rest of the cast. Applegate is such a fan of Doris R. De Vos CALEDONIA Mrs Doris R. De Vos, age 72, of Duncan Lake-Caledonia and formerly of Hastings, died Saturday July 6, 2002 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. DeVos was born on December 29, 1929 in Bellevue, MI, the daughter of A. Lee & Ruby A (Smiley) McClure. She was raised in the Charlotte, Ml. area and attended schools there and graduated from Charlotte High School. She was married to Cleo Jacobs in 1950 and John "Jack" DeVos in 1971. She lived in the Hastings area for many years and al Duncan Lake-Caledonia since 1971. She was employed at Hastings Manufacturing Company for 36 years as a switchboard opcrator/rcceptionist, retiring in 1992. Mrs. DeVos is survived by daughter, Julaine (Jon) Eddy of Charlotte; son, Michael (Sue) Jacobs of Kalamazoo; five grandchildren. Jesse & Justin Weinert, Sarah Mixon, Andrea & John Jacobs; step daughters, Georgia Jones of Traverse City, Katherine Stovall of Grand Rapids, Janelie DeVos of North Carolina and step son, David DeVos of Caledonia. Preceding her death were her parents; husband, John "Jack" De Vos on November 6, 1999 and brother, David McClure. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 10, 2002 at 10:00 AM until funeral time. Services will be held Wednesday July 10, 2002 at 11:00 A.M. at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings with Reverend Leonard Davis officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Humane Society. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. The Illy was a common symbol of fruitfulness In China, Japan, India, Egypt. Greece and Rome. Qzntui^ Cinderella that she has the whole Cinderella princess costume herself. Her favor­ ite part? “Probably when Cinderella marries the prince.” she said with a big smile. The cast of Cinderella was at the Monterey Grille as a promotion for the recent play. Owner Bruce Higgins (along with wife Kerri) said, “It’s fun. It’s good to see and have the interaction with the community. Espe­ cially since we’re a commu­ nity restaurant.” The cast of Caledonia Community Players Cinder­ ella included Cinderella Angie Kline. Prince - Chris Knobloch, Stepmother - MaryAnn Heinen, Stepsisters Joy - Loretta Agnew and Portia - Brenda Vander Ark, King - Paul Brouwers, Queen - Sherri Filson, God­ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Sleeping Beauty and early vegetables arc just part of (he excitement at the Cale­ donia Library this week. Marionettes are featured in the Stevens Puppets pres­ entation of “Sleeping Beauty” at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 11, at the Township Hall a 250 Maple Street. This program is ap­ propriate for those 5 years of age and older. The final program sched­ uled for the Township Hall will be Thursday, July 18, with Tim Salisbury who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.” This prom­ ises to be an entertaining event for the whole family at 10:30 a.m. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will be host for a fun beaded wire jewelry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. 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Pete Oudbier. Samantha Nemecek. Katie Vander Ark and Caitiyn Boot. For more information and pictures of the cast of Cin­ derella go to www.Caledoniaplayers.or CALEDONIA-NEW CONSTRICTION. 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This years summer’s reading club invites readers into the Winner’s Circle for children entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. Bookmarks featuring games from around the world are avail­ able each week. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families tc read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read, Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library has a display of books for readers in sixth grade and older. These “New for 2002” books in­ clude fiction and non-fic­ tion. Book lists are available as well. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Thursdays, Fridays and Sat- urdays. The final book discus­ sions will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7. Adults are invited to bring the book they most enjoyed reading as a child to discuss. The popular Farmer’s Market is held at the Cale­ donia Farmers Elevator Company at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library's open hours. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Li­ brary is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Em­ mons St. For more information about any of these summer programs, call 647-3840. �The Sun and News Mtddleville. Ml/July 9. 2002/Page 7 Crafts celebrating heroes displayed at Freeport library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Visitors to the Freeport Library this month will get to see some of the papier mache heroes created by children in the summer read­ ing club. Firefighters were on dis­ play during the first week. This week veterans Elwood and Gordon Yoder will be the “Real American Heroes” who will be reading to sum­ mer reading club partici­ pants Wednesday. July 10, at 10 a.m A special program for the whole family is scheduled for Thursday, July 11, at 2 p.m. with musician Kim Domkc of Hastings, who will lead a patriotic sing-a­ long. The Freeport Library summer reading program has three levels. “Minutemen” are for chil­ dren who are still at the “rcad-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prises. “Patriots” arc readers ages 6-12 reading at their own level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week for seven weeks. Readers who complete the goal will receive a free ticket to a Whitecaps game. There are Creating papier mache heroes was one of the crafts readers created this year. Kim Dcmke will lead the sing-a-long on Thursday, July 11, at 2 p.m. also weekly prizes and chances to win tickets to Craig’s Cruisers, the IMAX theater, a Disney trip or even Io a Detroit Pistons game. Teen readers, the third level, ages 13-19, who sign up receive a free video rental. Each reader who completes the goal of reading 20 hours in seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from OVG’s Pizza and will be eligible for other prizes donated by Union Bank. Adults who bring children to the library can register for special prizes as well. The summer reading pro­ gram will end with a Cup Stacking Camp presented by “Mr. Jim,” who will demon­ strate a fast moving and fun sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31. Freeport District Library is at 209 S. State St. in Free­ special library programs this summer. port. 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Twist n’ Scoop is the newest attraction, open from Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sundays from Sunday ntxin until 10 p.m. Twist n’ Scoop is located at 9964 Cherry Valley be­ tween Caledonia Hardware and Caledonia Furniture. Other ice cream locations in Caledonia can be found at D&W for take home ice Everyone enjoyed a quiet afternoon of food, fun and games on June 29 Stopping by for ice cream is a perfect summertime treat. cream. Blimpies, and more. In the Middleville area The Scoop on Main Street offers the comfort of an old time ice cream parlor. There is a counter and booths. Now since the Mid Town Cafe is in the back room of the Scoop, diners can get coffee or ice cream. The Wright Stop on Grand Rapids Street is pro­ viding a creamy lift to Brad­ ford White employees, some of whom are coping with the heat, by stopping by for ice cream on their break or lunch hour. movie outpojt Honoring local firefighters New TTES chief Mark Marentette enjoyed a pot­ luck picnic and apprecia­ tion afternoon organized by members of the Thor­ napple Township Board of Trustees. YIDCO SUPCRfTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. I movie OUTPOST! 1 Rent One Movie or Game and [ get a second rental FREE I I with this coupon. 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These students, among many others, stepped up to the challenge of the Academic Track Competi­ tion admirably, placing Caledonia Middle School well above Rockford Mid­ dle School (front row, from left) Jessica Taylor, Emily Ray, Shana Beers, Becca Pleva, Katie Maul. Michelle Buckner. Kassy Parker, (back, from left) Scott VanderMeulen, Jackson Price, Devan Jennings and Jason De­ meuse. (See Sun and News June 2 for article) WHO DOES RIGHT -N- TIGHT TRUST TO HANDLE THEIR ACCOUNTING SERVICES? C&K Business Services. LLC CPA Phone 616-891-5789 'CiK Business Services has al­ lowed us to concentrate on our core business whde removing the head­ ache of worrying about bookkeep ing’ doe ShMhin and Jimit Wright Owners. Right -N- Tight Service 6813 Whrtneyvlle Alto Michigan Kelly LaCroix's Kettle Lake fourth grade class are happy to be techno­ logy guinea pigs’ with their Hand Spring Advis­ ers. 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With the shooting of their old-fashion guns and their charming, period costumes, these re-enactors are a favorite of the parade. October 25, 2002 GAVIN INSURANCE GROUP F Vo/,//,, Every celebrator’s dream - the biggest firecracker on the block. Actually it’s Foremost Insurance’s Independence Day float. Although not performing, the Caledonia Bands 2000 had representation to pro­ mote their car raffle fundraiser coming up in October. The band, which just re­ cently got a new director, is on hiatus for the summer and only volunteers are in the parade. The tank, normally in front of the American Legion Post, is a much anticipated and familiar sight during the parade. ♦ ♦♦♦ 4 ♦♦♦♦♦♦.♦♦* 4 ♦ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Red, White and Blue; are always staple colors for In­ dependence Day celebra­ tions. This year they seemed to take on a special signifi­ cance. In Caledonia it ap­ peared that the colors, flag symbols, eagles and “Uncle Sam” attire wereworn with a little more pride and attitude this year. Between the new, as well as familiar churches, bands and other entertainment, the usual tank, floats, antique cars, classic cars, horses and other assorted animals, the parade proceeded down Main Street to the delight of the young and young at heart. The fireworks capped the day with oohs and aahs of appreciation. ♦ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 ♦ General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M~37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) ♦ ♦ Quality’ dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I XITE' WHITE Your Smile he First Thi People See! Caledonia Fire Rescue member, Steve Kosana, helps a “future firefighter” wield the fire truck hose. The firefighters and their truck are a popular stop during the Independence Day celebration at Lake­ side Park. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 9. 2002/Page 11 / * : 1 v Retired Fire Chief, Butch Welton, was the parade's “Hometown Hero" for 2002. Gracie enjoys the parade from a special booster seat on Grandpa Al Nickels ’ tractor. Some of the new entertainment this year included a set by “Strike Percussion Ensemble." falsdonia Qndspsndsnss (bay falsbJtalwn in ths fiaJtk 2002 Jhank Ijau, SpvnAvAA, Suppokhi/iA, OohiniQ&AA! Anyone stopping by the booth for newcomer church Wayfarer, were sure to be noticed later on in the brightly colored tie-dye t-shirts. Uncle Sam I Am - Not. Hiding behind that patriotic garb is the new commander of the American Legion Post #305. John Connolly, of Caledonia and his grandson, Ryan Over Nour Hend Im Defit? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Harmony Dance Source Strike Percussion Band Zen Band Jessica & Duffy The Inspirations Wayfarer Church Alaska Baptist Church Caledonia Dollar Store Family Tavern Jerry Baker Caledonia Community Schools Caledonia Hardware Caledonia Rental Village of Caledonia Township of Caledonia Ed’s Body Shop Knights of Columbus Mika, Meyers, Beckett & Jones Newhof Construction State Bank of Caledonia Broadmoor Country Club Gregg’s Collision Service DeVries Insurance Cherry Valley Electrology Inc. Rainbow s End Kid’s Closet Seif & Sons Chevrolet Smith Industrial Equipment Co. Steketee Turf Service Robin Vaughn DDS Village Stylists U.S. Golf Carts Giar & Sons Equipment Inc. Breton Builders Famous Flooring & Interiors Big O Fish House & Restaurant Visual Evidence Center Inc. Nighthawk Food & Spirits Fortune Chef Chemical Bank-South Kent County Parks Dept. Sons of American Legion 305 Swierenga Jewelers Inc. 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Hastings City Bank Movie Outpost Caledonia Anonymous $100 Anonymous $100 Caledonia Elevator/Lumber Jim Perkins Vicki & Bill Johnston Sandy Ayres Lisa Segard Eric Moedenzoon Roger Loring Bill Gilbert Jim Tolan Tom Grinage Aaron Bravata Little Lambs Pre-School Rivertown Window Mftg Clint Kenney & His Park Crew Fleis & Vandenbrink Matthysee-Kuiper-DeGraaf (Caledonia Chapel) �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Juty 9, 2002 Car wash to be added Center to 68th St. gas station • PHOTO Where you get your photos processed DOES matter! | It’s vacation time! Get the best reproduction possible from the professionals at Printing Plus. 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Check out all our Special Services: Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 3ar" OPEN MOH - FRI 3:30 - 6:00 • SAT 3:30 ■ 1:00 by Rutb Zachary Staff Writer John Najar. owner of the gas station at M-37 and 68th Street was given preliminary site plan approval last week by the Caledonia Planning Commission to add a car wash facility . Various reservations by the commissioners were mentioned, but compromises in which both the owner and the township will come out ahead are projected The pre-existing gas sta­ tion. which has been held by a variety of different own­ ers. was included in the new Highway Commercial (HC) district of the new master plan, resulting in different zoning requirements than for C-2, the previous and exist­ ing zoning for the parcel. The station is located in the new water and sewer district, and the owner would like to take advantage of the new public utilities. The structure of the car wash is planned to be 60 percent block construction and the rest glass. Lighting beyond the prop­ erty boundaries on some older businesses, including this one, has been objected to by the commissioners. Some of the fixtures of the fueling area are located be­ low the canopy, which can be seen for a great distance, as much as a mile. "My wife thinks those are the Northern Lights." said one commissioner. A compromise on this site likely will result in re­ modeled lighting that will be downward directed and de­ flected because the owner came in for a change. Light­ ing still will be sufficient to deal with safety concerns. Commissioners said they liked the design, the owner's attitude, that he kept a nice looking operation, they liked his desire to have a quality project, and were positive about the greenspace planned on the site. Chairman Archie Warner said he thought the turning radius for the space was too tight, and suggested modifi­ cations in the layout. Changes in the planned drainage area, in the turning radius moving the drive back, and changes in the buffering areas were sug­ gested. One feature that could not be adjusted was a large bill­ board, located as it was by a pre-existing 20-year lease that came with the property. Working around the sign was the only option. The lot is too small to ac­ commodate HC specifica­ tions for berms, landscaping etc. The site can not meet existing setback require­ ments for that zoning, since the parcel pre-dates the highway commercial re­ quirements. If he complied with HC criteria and set­ backs. his parcel would be rendered practically useless. Commissioner Wally Bujak commented. The applicant met the set­ backs for C-2 zoning except for the car wash. Najar had applied for a variance under C-2 zoning, which it is cur­ rently zoned, and had been granted permission to allow adding the car wash in spite of the small setbacks. Planner Dave ZyIstra said it is not likely many others in the new HC district will apply for additions under C2 zoning because very little of the new zone was previ­ ously zoned for C-2. Car washes are an accepted use under C-2 zoning. Pre-exist­ ing zones cannot be changed without the owner’s consent. Other parcel owners are expected to eventually ask to be rezoned to HC from residential or agricultural, because of the motivation to increase the value and reve­ nues from the property and because of the increased costs to own it. Compromises on various details were discussed, with the intention of bringing the plans into harmony with the surrounding HC district, in spite of there not being enough land to meet HC standards. Southbelt Storage expansion approved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Southbelt Storage was granted approval to add three new structures to its operation on M-37 by the Caledonia Planning Com­ mission July 1. Owner Jeff Bykerk said the expansion will diversify the kind of storage space al­ ready offered by his facility. Current units are 10 x 40 feet. One new building will be 48 x 68 feet, for motor home storage. Another taller building, 96x60 feet with 12-foot-wide bays, would allow landscape and boat trailers to fit. The third building, 50 x 125 feet, may feature climate control in a part of the structure, or at least with wider bays to ac­ commodate snowmobile trailers. Bykerk said he hopes to fill different needs than he can now . Lighting is now about 75 watt halogens about 50 feet apart, at a nine-foot eave, and the highest light would be around 12 feet and in Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads back, around 15 feet. Lights would be directed down­ ward. Landscaping was dis­ cussed. Bykerk explained that the fence is currently about two feet from the property line, and there are trees along the fence. He said he is willing to add 10 more six-foot-high ever­ green trees to add screening, though he said he benefited from the visibility. This was added as an amendment to the plans, along with a re­ quirement for fire depart­ ment approval of the struc­ tures and access for emer­ gency vehicles. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 NEW SUMMER HOURS: Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-ll p.m. Friday & Saturday, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 9. 2002/Page 13 Second Stoneridge plan lowers density by Ruth Zachary • Staff Writer A second plan for mixed use development in an area north of 76th Street on the east side of Broadmoor was brought July 1 to the Cale­ donia Township Planning Commission, asking for feedback. The presentation was made by Doug Stalsonburg, representing Exxel Engi­ neering. Jim Steketec, Den Hartigh and Bob Deppe, partners for the 80-acre par­ cel, are proposing a high density project that would include commercial space, office space and multi-fam­ ily housing ranging from du­ plexes to six units per build­ ing with a proposed average of 5.1 units per acre, a drop from the previous 8.5 units per acre. Developers had proposed a higher density proposal in May, including some build­ ings with 12 units in a threestory structure, but the pro­ posal was tabled. The Plan­ ning Commission generally opposes such high density, and this one would be higher than any planned in the township. Neighbors who came to the May meeting voiced many opinions against the plans for Stoncridgc. object­ ing to commercial, industrial and high density housing there, to the surprise of Planning Commissioners, because the master planning process had been aired often and public input was widely solicited. Since the May meeting the engineers and the devel­ opers sa«d they had done the following: 1. Developed a more comprehensive plan using building footprints and re­ duced the number of units from 696 to 402 in this plan. 2. Reduced the commer­ cial and office area by 6.5 acres. 3. Identified some of the commercial area as office use. 4. Met with neighbors in Cherry Wood Estates twice to discuss the plan with them. The neighbors did not at­ tend the July 1 meeting to comment, but Roger Lay­ men engineer of Cherry Wood Estates, said the neighbors did seem pleased with the adjustment in den­ sity downward to a five-unit per acre average, compared with one as high as ten units per acre. He said they wanted more owner occu­ pied buildings, though they understood the rental units ranged in the higher num­ bers. (dollars) and “you're not going to have low in­ come housing there." This plan did include two structures that would have 10 rental units each. They were unique in that the exte­ rior presented an impression of a contemporary twostory mansion, which incor­ porated a complex of attrac­ tive shapes and materials. Different style buildings were being proposed for dif­ ferent areas of the plan. A townhouse style of building like that in Sierra Field in Byron Township was shown, ranging from du­ plexes to six units per build­ ing. About 190 of the 400 units would be rentals. Stal­ sonburg said. Layout of buildings and roads and storm water de­ tention were designed to preserve the land features and trees, Stalsonburg said. The terrain made the land more suited to residential development than for busi­ ness or for industrial use. Office space was an option planned for more level ter­ rain. A community building and a pool was included in the layout. The project was promoted as a "class act," intended to attract people able to afford this high end option. At the same 'time, Steketee promoted the idea of wanting to offer the young people of Caledonia a place to live, who could not afford to buy a house, at $250,000 to $300,000. Steketee said a majority of the units would be owner occupied. Planning Commissioners did not appear to be happy with this plan, in spite of the changes, because the density wanted is still higher than residents desire any place in the township and because the residential use would displace land previously planned for industrial and commercial use. The developers had in this revision, eliminated those areas. The high density housing now- would extend to the edge of the Stoneridge property with a slight transi­ tion to residential areas to the east, but an abrupt tran­ POSITION AVAILABLE THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS SECRETARY TO THE ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION High school diploma required. 3-5 years office experience desired, proficiency with Microsoft Office software, basic office equipment and basic accounting. 52-week position. Apply to Patricia Koeze, Assistant Superintendent Thornapple Kellogg Schools 10051 Green Lake Road Middleville, MI 49333 sition of high density next to areas to its north. Even though neighbors may object to industrial and commercial zones next to them, there is a need for these uses to be located in places where existing infra­ structure can support them. The master plan com­ pleted more than a year ago was carefully thought out and considered public input, including much input and compromise with the views of these same developers, with an emphasis on the need for a certain amount of industrial property which brings in revenue to support the services of the area. A significant amount of the Stoneridge property was zoned for industrial use. based on the developer's promises for support of the plan, and now they are ask­ ing for a completely differ­ ent option. There have been grumblings that this was a "bait and switch." because the new option would use up utility infrastructure de­ signed to support industrial and commercial uses which would in turn bring in reve­ nues to the township. Commissioner Don Koopmans said he believed "for the township's benefit, the industrial is much better, for the tax base, utilities, services, school systems, and the whole nine yards." He said he knew the neigh­ bors objected, but thought the transition to their single family area was better next to industrial property than next to high density residen­ tial. Township Planner Dave Zylstra said there had been an effort to provide districts to balance the amount of each type of zoning, includ­ ing high density residential, commercial and industrial. The developer also holds an area across from Ston­ eridge, west of M-37, which was zoned for high density residential use. There was no mention of rezoning that land for industrial and com­ mercial use in a compro­ mise. "What we have to look at is the investment," Steketee said. Koopmans pointed out that developers are fre­ quently asking to change the master plan to include higher densifies, and to change from less intense to more intense uses. He said he was concerned over continued adjustments to the master plan in response to developer requests. He wanted to consider only mi­ nor adjustments, such as along the east boundary of Stoneridge. Koopmans mentioned changes (obtained in court) to tum land on 100th Street and M-37 from a rural pres­ ervation area.which a devel­ oper claimed was too wet to farm, but where now he planned build a high density mixed use development. Commissioner Duane Gunmnk also expressed con­ cern over stealing industrial and commercial areas from the tow nship zoning for high density residential use. Commissioners ques­ tioned whether the services being provided to the area would even support such high residential densities, which were largely designed to support commercial and industrial areas. Stalsonburg said there is 12-inch sewer being installed along M-37. and an eight-inch sewer can accommodate up to 450 residents. The Utilities Department would need to verify if the current utility district can in­ deed supply the capacity these numbers of units would require. It is hard to compare this with unknown capacities needed by indus­ try which is planned there. Another consideration of cost is that housing, espe­ cially, high density housing often brings a higher de­ mand for public services, es­ pecially for school services, which is not supported by revenues generated by the housing. If the township now al­ lows elimination of indus­ trial zoning in this develop­ ment, the total amount origi­ nally planned for the town­ ship will be cut by about 20 percent, along with the ex­ pected revenues, unless the master plan is changed. Even if the Planning Commission considered cre­ ating a new area for indus­ trial zoning in the township, this would presumably re­ quire additional water and sewer districts, another ex­ pensive proposition. Stalsonburg said this change was an effort to pre­ serve the hills, ravines and trees on the property in the layout chosen. "If you think you’re going to do anything other than residential use there, unless there is signifi­ cant grading and tree re­ moval. the dimensions just don't work." Steketee said he had once asked for the property to be zoned as high density resi­ dential. He claimed indus­ trial zoning was a compro­ mise, and said he had origi­ nally not looked at the prop­ erty properly, and had then planned to level the terrain to put it into industrial use. Steketee explained the de­ velopers had come up with the change in plan in the past year because following assessments by various builders all over the state, their prevailing advice was to save the natural features and use it for high density residential units. He men­ tioned the need for housing in Caledonia,, especially for young people. He said he has consistently tried to get consideration of higher den­ sities in Caledonia, and said the developers had brought down the numbers originally requested. He pointed out the nice homes in Cherry Wood Es­ tates east of Stoneridge had been built since the master plan was passed. "1 have no choice but to develop this property," Steketec said. "This property has holding costs of $3,000 a week." he said. "We would have to put a lot of industrial See Stoneridge, page 14 PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/HRUSH CLEARING & SHE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. 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He asked that the village amend the weed ordinance so that it would not be “so vague" and so it could be enforced more ber Charles Pullen, who is easily. also a member of the Village The weed ordinance is Council, will take this issue part of the village's “general to the Village Council for ordinances" and Planning discussion. Commission member Rick The sidewalk committee Winans provided the mem­ has met and will submit rec­ bers with copies of the ordi­ ommendations to the rest of nance and photographs of the Planning Commission problem areas in the village. Aug. 6. The council will Winans told his col­ consider the recommenda­ leagues on the board that he tions after they are reviewed hoped “common sense” by the entire commission. would prevail on this issue. There was a discussion of He asked the commission to consider whether “mowing" should be added to the main­ tenance provisions or whether the noxious weeds and grasses section of the nuisances ordinance should be revised. by Ruth Zachary Since this is a general or­ Staff Writer dinance, commission mem­ Sprint asked the Caledo­ nia Township Planning Commission last week for permission to locate an an­ tenna on the Trintel Com­ munications tower on 68th Street. The commission, in re­ sponse. stressed its goal of screening equipment cabi­ nets of the co-locating serv­ ice providers on cellular phone towers. Owners of such towers and the companies sharing them have not had a good record of adequately screen­ . A Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. 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The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning commission w ill be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Aug. 6. in the Village Hall.’ Cell phone providers must hide tower compounds Have a tfT) Printing Need? A "street trees" in the Misty Ridge development. When the developer came to coun­ cil for the approval of Phase I and Phase II. he promised a tree for every lot. This is in the minutes, but it is not part of the site plan paper work. Village Planner Geoff Moffatt said this offer can not be enforced. Commis­ sion member Cheryl Myers suggested that the commis­ ing the equipment com­ pounds. nor of maintaining the plantings when they have supplied them. Plan Commission Chair­ man Archie Warner said screening from the west was inadequate, but other direc­ tions also needed attention to soften the appearance. Nathan Wilson, represent­ ing Sprint, said that would be Trintel's call. Warner replied that Sprint's approval from the commission would depend on Trintel’s approval of screening the remaining sides of the compound and having a maintenance plan in place. "We need to set a stan­ dard that tower complexes need to be adequately screened.” Warner said. Wilson said IPCS Wire­ less Inc. (Sprint) would have its antenna at 150 feet, and would be the fourth of five possible co-locating carriers. Voice Stream and Verizon are the other users. Sprint would have no lighting, but Wilson said a 10 x 15 steel grated foot platform about a foot to 18 inches high would be in­ stalled for the company's equipment cabinets. The landscaping and maintenance plan was to be submitted in writing prior to approval of construction, as agreed to by the commis­ sion. Munn Manufacturing construction continues Work on a 10,200-squarefoot building project for Munn Manufacturing of Freeport is expected to be completed by the end of this month. The new facility, located at 312 Country Line Road, will be comprised of 8,(XX) square feet of manufacturing space and 2,200 square feet of office space. Stoneridge, continued from page 13 on that property to make it pay.” "It’s a gorgeous piece of property." He said he would like to save the wetlands and wooded areas. He said to ac­ commodate industrial or commercial uses, he guaran­ teed the whole area would have to be destroyed. He said "You are giving us no choice." This was a threat that re­ ceived attention from the commissioners. There are not many state laws protect­ ing stands of trees or ban­ ning the grading of hills and ravines. In Caledonia, only where waterways or wet­ lands are involved can the natural features be preserved if the owner chooses to de­ stroy them. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he wanted to be re­ alistic, and asked to visit the site. He wanted to al least consider whether saving the natural features and trees was more likely with the high density residential op­ tion than with the industrial one. Site plan visits will likely be the next step in the nego­ tiations. Lamar Construction Com­ pany of Holland has been selected as the general con­ tractor on Munn Manufac­ turing determined that the building was needed in or­ der to meet the growing needs of its customers. The building was designed with a brick facade for the office area to create a more profes­ sional look in contrast to their current facility. This new facility is expected to enable Munn to employ up to 35 additional people over the next two years. Munn Manufacturing Company has been incorpo­ rated for 35 years. Robert Munn originally started the company, which makes wood rasps, an idea patented by Munn and used in wood­ working, in Irving Town­ ship. He moved the com­ pany to Freeport and contin­ ued to operate it as a small machine shop with one to four employees until 1997, when Steve and Wendy Buehler, son-in-law and daughter of Robert and Carolyn Munn, purchased the company. The focus of the company then went from manually operated machin­ ery to CNC controlled equipment. The company now em­ ploys nine full-time and two part-time employees and produces custom (exiling and fixtures and CNC produc­ tion parts. The customer base is diverse, including automotive, office furniture, conveyor systems and utili­ ties. Sales have increased six times over in the last five years. Construction on this pro­ ject began with a March 22 demolition of the old build­ ing. The project architect is Dave Aten of Design Plus. Matt Lamar is the project manager from Lamar Con­ struction Company. Dan DcJonge is the senior project manager. Call945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads! �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/July 9, 2002/Page 15 Local gymnasts close out year on a high note After months of hard work and lots of practice, members of the Gymnastics in Motion team of Mid­ dleville had an impressive showing last May at a com­ petition at Saginaw. Danielle Rosenberg, com­ peting at level 6, received a 9.0 on vault, placing'cighth. Ky Sheldon, also a level 6. placed 12th in the uneven bars with a score of 8.775. Hanna Hoffbeck had an 8.4 on the vault and an 8.1 on the uneven bars. Seven girls competed at level 5. Jessica DeLoof scored 8.4 , on the uneven bars, placing i 11th; scored 8.7 in the bal­ ance beam, placing 17th and 33.725 in the all-around, placing 13th. Britt Hesse scored 8.725 in the floor exercise, placing sixth; 8.35 on vault, placing eighth; 8.1 on uneven bars, placing ninth; and on the balance beam her score of 8.725 earned her ninth place. In the All-Around she came in fifth with a score of 339. KayLynn Dimond re­ ceived an 8.1 on the floor exercise and an 8.15 on the uneven bars. Abbie Foote received an 8.1 on the floor exercise. Kelly Franc received an 8.7 on the floor exercise and an 8.25 on the balance beam. Giris from Gymnastics in Motion in levels 5 and 6 Girls in the Gymnastics in Motion pre-team. Ghana Gehrman received an 8.15 on the floor exer­ cise. Britt London received an 8.45 on the floor exercise, 8.15 on the balance beam and 8.0 in the vault. Kaitlyn Otto received an 8.55 on the balance beam and 8.375 on the floor exer­ cise. Also on the team, but not competing in Saginaw, is Katie Page. Girls in the pre-team competed at the University of Michigan in levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. They competed against six other teams from across the state. Girls on this team are Danielle Powers, Amanda Arnett. Chelsea Eldred, Jaycie Winchester, Brooke Nielsen, Lydia DeVoogd, Danielle Parent. 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Stuart Aspinall, Melinda Beilfuss, Randy Benedict, Barbara Blain, Chester Bohley. And­ rea Bouma. Jennifer Bow­ man. Michelle Bronsink. Rachel Clark. Rebecca Cobb. Miranda Covey. Ashley Crisher. Jason ‘DeVore, David Devorer. Lindsay dobson, Christine Dood, Misty Draper. Kevin Ehmry. Matthew Erb. Amanda Flora. Pamela Foote. Andrea Gragg. Alicia Harper. Samantha Harthy. Becky Harvey. Amy Herring. Tasha Hoekstra, Raven Holub. Rachel Holwerda, Andy Johnson, Rachel Kennicott, Sarah Koval, Amanda Kow­ alczyk, Alexandra Long­ street. Larissa Macedo. Peter Mathias. Michelle May. Paul McAdams, Benjamin McDuffee, Lisa Moorhouse. Lindsay Morri. Rachel Norton, Renae Otto, Leann Pitt, Aaron Porritt. Heidi Porter, Mark Price. Ben­ jamin Profitt, Jonathan Prostko, Jennifer Punt. Matthew Raetz. Michael Runals, Riley, Laura Kevin Amanda Sager*. Schmitz. Julie Schumaker, Lucus Benjamin Scvald. Smith. Shuck. Mcgghan Victoria Stanton. Stephanie Stauffer. David Stuart. Isaiah Thaler. Serena Treuter. Jasmine Vandentoorn. Aimee Vanderwood. Justine Vandommelen. Veronika Villa. Reb­ ecca Warner. Jennifer Wasikowski. Kristen Weaver. Shannon Westmaas. Chris­ tina Wiersum. Jessica Wilson. Honor Students 3.5 to 3.699 - Megan Barnes. Michael Beuschel. Renee Biggs, Katrina Bosma. Joel DAgostino, Stephanie Devries. Michelle Higgins. Andrew Kalee. Sarah Krikke. Sabrina Kuhtic. Nathan LaClair. Jackilyn Mann. Wendy Mickelwait. Aaron Morley, Leandra Postema. Tyler Pyke, Shanna Sanderson, Dustin Snow. Kameron Sev­ ern, Ashley Ulberg, Jillian Weaver. Seth Welton, Brian Yeazel. 11th Grade High Honors - Ryan Anderson. Ashley Ballard. Chad Baragar. Craig Batdorff. James Beckcring, Chet Berkimer. Angela Blood, Rebecca Dufresne. Megan Dutcher. Carolyn Ehmry, Amanda Fisk. Kyle Fletke. Samantha Fliearman. Mary-Elaine Foster. Sarah Freeman. Raymon Galle. Ashley Getty. Jenny Gross­ man. Joey Guy. Christopher Howarth. William Huff. Jessica Jones, Ryan Lavich. 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Honorable Mention Ryan Adams. Melissa Ainslie. Julie Ball. Katherine Bednck, Julie Bergakker. Shannon Bieski. Amanda Biggs. Tim Brog. Joshiah Brown. Jennifer Burks, Amanda Bums. Dane Carver, Jennifer Chapman, Philip Corson. Tnsha Del­ mont; Christopher Doombos. Jason Drogowski. Mana Janine Dykstra, Eldridge, Angela Feirick, Philip Tiffany Forbes, Garber, Jenea Golden, Chase Goodin, Cassandra Hale, Lacey Higgins, Kara Hutchens, Steven Johnson, Kai Kallweit, Andrew Hulhanek, Jennifer Loose, Amanda Mayhew, Tamela Miles. Marvin Nunez. Brian Pappas, Melisa Potts, Stuart Reinstein, Jordan Rock, Kelly Sholty, Eric Smith, Kathleen Terry, Nicholas Tomson, Heather Totten, Laura Weingartz, Kenneth Wiersum. 10th Grade High Honors - Paul Adams, Christina Allington, Brian Cuneo. Kaleigh Depew, Mallory Egolf, Carl Frey. Joseph Fromm. Keith Fuleki, Levi Harold, Jordon Hartley, Alaina Haselden, John Herring, Justine Houskamp. 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Honorable Mention Nicholas Bauman, Benjamin Biek, Danielle Crawford. Mallory Dobson. Pamela Draper, Joshua Enyart, Michael Hoskins, Jessica Julius, Nathaniel Kyes, Megan McGillicuddy, Gina Niemchick, Jose Enrique OlivaRosa. Joseph Owens. Brandon Popma, Jessika reil, Mari Richter, Shane Ridderikhoff, Brooke Ridderikhoff, Jonathon Schu­ maker, Kristin Seaman, Tay­ lor Smith, Megan Steffen, Brittany Stover, Amy Tinker, Amy Turner, Courtney VanEck, Melaine Warner, Denise Weeks, Missty Welker, Kevin Whittemore. Gerry Winright III, Joshua Wolter. 9th Grade High Honors - Ashley Aspinall, Casey Aubil, Victoria Azzarella, Danielle Beilfuss, Kevin Bishop, Angela Boersma, Kristen brady, chanda brice, Alan Buckowing, Nicole Crisher, Jonathon Daining, Megan Finkbeiner, Thomas Flem~ ing, Kasey Frank, Emily Granger, Anthony Heidt. Gregory Huizenga, Edwin Leeanne Jovani-Cubas, Lantinga. 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Jeffrey Chapman. Brandy Clark. Caledonia man working at Van Andel Institute Scott Robertson, son of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Robertson, Caledonia, grad­ uated with honors from Calvin College in May. He majored in biology with a minor in biochem­ istry. During his senior year of college, Robertson interned at the Van Andel Research Institute, Grand Rapids, where he worked in a laboratory devoted to iden­ tifying the molecular mecha­ nisms of cancer. He has been accepted as a fellow into the University of Michigan Medical Scientist training program, a seven-to-eight year program that is a com­ bination of medical school and graduate school. Fellows in this program aspire to careers in that region where the knowledge produced by basic science is applied to the maintenance and restoration of human health. Upon graduation both an M.D. and a Ph.D. will be conferred. Furthermore, graduates of this program are well qualified for a career in both clinical prac­ tice and scientific investiga­ tion. Many of them also teach. Robertson will start this program in July 2(X)3. Until that time, he will be continu­ ing his work in cancer research at the Van Andel Research Institute. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. Sand Limestone • Topsoil • Gravel . f fiend** I Hill . We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/July 9. 2002/Page 17 TK Library story hour Genevra Schantz remembered continues through July as one-of-a-kind ‘character’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This year’s summer read­ ing club at the Thomapple Kellogg Community and School Library continues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July 25. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.. The final story hours for the youngest readers will be on Wednesday, July 17, at 10 a.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day, July 23. At 10 a.m. on July 24 the members of the Library He­ roes who have volunteered during the summer reading club will do a Reader's Theater presentation. “Words from History.” The young volunteers will relive the words that have made this country great. In a “Just for Teens” event the library will hold a special presentation Thurs­ day, July 25, at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, should be in book­ stores soon. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrapup will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25. reading club participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize drawings. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is located inside the Thornapple Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Middleville. Call 7955434 for more information. Caledonia Women’s Club presents 2 scholarships by L athy L. Ruetcr Staff Writer Two young ladies have received scholarships this year from the Caledonia Woman’s Club. After the death of long­ time member Evah Finkbeiner, a memorial fund was started in her honor. The fund has assisted the club in giving at least one. if not two scholarships to senior girls of Caledonia High School, for the last 36 years. The two scholarships win­ ners were April Kraft and Amanda Trutsch. Refreshments were of­ fered, as was a motivational speech by special guest speaker Karen Frank, chief operating officer of the State Bank of Caledonia. But the true highlights of the morn­ ing were the introduction of Caledonia High School sen­ ior girls and their mothers and/or other female guests, as well as the surprise of who actually received the two scholarships. Trutsch and her mother, Lori, as well as Kraft and her mother, Gayle, were pre­ sented to the audience after receiving their scholarship honors. The club is affiliated with the General Federation of Women's Clubs, one of the world’s largest and oldest women’s volunteer service organizations. The Caledo­ nia Woman's Club has been in existence, in one form or another, since 1916. The current name and service ef­ fort has been active since 1922. The scholarships, which began in 1948. are just one part of the club's commu­ nity service projects. The club also raises funds for Santa Claus Girls, as well as being part of the Adopt-AHighway project. They are a service organization dedi­ cated to the advancement of women, children, literacy, education and community, both socially and politically. For those interested in more information about the Amanda Trutsch was pleased to be a recipient of the Evah Finkbeiner Memorial Scholarship from the Caledonia Woman’s Club. April Kraft was one of the recipients of the Evah Finkbeiner Memorial Grant Scholarship for 2002. club, call Marie Finkbeiner at 795-9682 or Lodema Schroder at 891-1250. Engagements Johnson-Buys Kevin and Peggy Johnson of Jackson and Roger and Janice Buys of Alto are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Amy L. Johnson and Aaron J. Buys. Amy is a 1999 graduate of Jackson High School and is attending Spring Arbor University. Aaron is a 1999 graduate of Caledonia High School and is attending Spring Arbor University. He will be attending National Chiro­ practic College in January Genevra Belle (Ran­ dall) Schantz 1917-2002 A self-proclaimed one-ofa-kind person; she will be missed by many in Cale­ donia and Middleville. Her passions in life in­ cluded her “little princess” Buffy (her dog); singing, she was a member of the Grand Rapids Chapter of Sweet Adelines for nearly 30 years, singing bass; sewing, in­ MIDDLEVILLE - John J. Vernon. age 49. of Middleville, died Sunday. Wednesday, June 30, 2002 at home. John Vernon was born Nov. 30, 1952, the son of Jack and Mildred Vernon. He was raised in Grandville and attended Grandville High School. He was married to Kathryn (Poll) on Sept. 23, 1978 in Grand Rapids and they moved to Middleville at that time. He was employed at American Seating for 25 years until retiring on dis­ ability due to multiple scle­ rosis in January of 1997. He loved hunting and pis­ tol shooting and was well respected in the martial arts Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. BETHESDA. MARY­ LAND - Edith S. Fox of Bethesda, Maryland; wife of Gordon D. Fox (deceased) originally of Alaska, Mich.; L“be 2,00° of Novi High School and is currently employed al Barry County Lumber Rich is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Valley High School and is currently em­ ployed at Lacks Enterprises. A Sept. 7, 2002 wedding is being planned. community for his outstand ing ability in many forms of martial arts. He especially enjoyed watching his sons play football and baseball and enjoyed hearing the details of their days. Mr. Vernon is survived by his wife, Kathy and sons, Erik and Brett Vernon. He is also survived by his parents. Jack and Mildred Vernon; nine brothers and sisters and in-laws. Roger and Joan Poll. Services were held Wednesday. July 3, 2002 at First Baptist Church in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Edith S. Fox would like to introduce Kendall Tofan 2003. A Aug. 24. 2002 wedding date is being planned. cluding wedding gowns for her daughters; crossword puzzles, books and old mov­ ies. She was also dubbed “The cookie lady" by many of the recipients of her abun­ dant baking endeavors. Another passion of Schantz’s seemed to be keeping people on their toes. She loved a good verbal sparing. Caledonia Head Li­ brarian Jane Heiss smiled as she recalled Schantz's pas­ sionate dislike for books written in the first person. Schantz was exactly what she claimed to be. A one-ofa-kind person who will be missed by many in Caledo­ nia and Middleville. With her passing. Schantz preferred memorial contri­ butions be made to the Cale­ donia United Methodist Church. Contact the church office at 250 Vine St.. Cale­ donia, 891-8669. John J. Vernon Reach over 11,000 area homes Hendrix-Burtts Mr. Kim R. Hendrix of Cheboygan. Ms. Sally (Meduna) Hicks of Hastings and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mead of Freeport are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Lauren Janelie Hendnx and Richard Wayne Bunts. Lauren is a 2001 graduate bv Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer No matter who w as asked. Genevra Schantz was al­ ways referred to as “a char­ acter.” That character will be missed in the wake of her death in mid-June. after a battle with lung cancer. Caledonia Librarian. Betsy Riddell-Huerth, may have said it best. “She was a little bit naughty and nice. That’s what I liked about her.” Riddell-Huerth knew Schantz not only as a library patron but also as a fellow Caledonia United Methodist Church and choir member (Schantz sang tenor in the church choir). Lorraine Carter, the church’s treasurer, said her family probably had the longest history with Schantz because Carter’s husband Jim’s grandmother helped to deliver Schantz and her fra­ ternal twin, Jeannette, in Dutton. It’s a small world indeed when adults with a shared childhood history end up in the same town after so many years. Schantz was born to Rush and Genevra Randall on March 13, 1917. Schantz was one of four children along with Jeannette and brothers Benjamin and Charles. Genevra and her future husband, Clare Schantz, met at Thornapple Kellogg High School, from where they graduated in 1935. After their marriage in 1938, the couple stayed in surrounding area to raise five children, Pauline, Kathleen, Bonnie Lu, Charles and Donna. Schantz was considered by many to be a true prayer warrior and passed her faith onto her family. She was highly dedicated to and sup­ portive and proud of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 12 1/2 years experience in parts & mechanical. ashes to be buried at Alaska Cemetery on Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m. Friends and relatives arc welcome. :5,00 i Have aOff professionally installed oil change using Valvoiine’s Max Life motor oil and we’ll send you *5.00’ Check store for details Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 20001 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE ~ JJZESi ~SETnN T^PACE ~ Va/votine iw.w.wm �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 9. 2002 Local skaters capture medals at Grand Rapids Open by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Chelsea Morrow and Alex Sweeney of Caledonia turned in multiple gold medal performances at the Grand Rapids Open Figure Skating Competition held June 20-22 at Standard Fed­ eral Ice Arena in Grand Rapids. Sweeney took the gold in pre-preliminary compulsory moves and preliminary spins and freestyle. It was Sween­ ey’s first time competing at the preliminary level. Sweeney said she felt a little nervous going into her competition because she wasn’t sure of her axel. De­ spite her nerves, he landed two solid axels during her freestyle program, according to her coach April Treado. Chelsea Morrow won gold for her pre-juvenile compulsory moves program and freestyle program. Mor­ row took the gold in the fre­ estyle despite a fall in the last half of her program. Her coach Scott Chia­ mulera said that it was the overall quality of Morrow's skating that earned her the gold. "She had some trouble with her double Salchow but she finished very strong.” he said. “She has wonderful choreography in her pro­ gram. great speed and quick feet. She’s an all-around Jessica Stark earned both silver and gold med­ als at the Grand Rapids Open good skater.” Morrow also earned a sil­ ver medal in the pre-juvenile girls spins competition. Jessica Stark of Gun Lake took first place in the junior ladies jumps events. Stark had been scheduled to com­ pete in novice ladies spins but was bumped to the sen­ ior spins event at the last moment. She took silver in the event with an impro­ vised program. Alexandra Schwartz, a seasonal resident of Mid­ dleville took the gold in both the novice ladies short and long programs. Her coach April Treado said that Alexandra's skated her best programs ever. Chelsea Morrow skates to music from “A Chorus Alex Sweeney strikes a winning pose during her Line” during the Grand Rapids Open figure skating compulsory moves program. competition. Chiamulera agreed, “Lexi’s short program was the best program I have ever seen her skate all aroundher arms, her speed and car­ riage were all wonderful.” Her brother Steven Schwartz placed third in the juvenile men’s event. Also competing in the Grand Rapids Open were Hannah Stark of Gun Lake and Rachael Syswerda of Middleville. The Grand Rapids Open, "The Grand Rapids Open hosted by the Greater Grand was wonderful and everyone Rapids Figure Skating Club, skated the best they could. is in its fourth year and drew The kids had a good time 437 skaters from Michigan. and it was a great experience Ohio. Indiana and Illinois. for them.” said Chiamulera. YMCA horseriding camp serves special-needs kids FOR 60 MONTHS Ask YMCA Camp ManitouLin is still accepting appli­ cations for its first Thera­ peutic Horseback Riding Day Camp for special-needs children Aug. 18-23. The day camp will ac­ commodate 12 special-needs kids between the ages of 8 and 14. The application deadline is July 15. Therapeutic horseback riding is designed to allow individuals with physical, cognitive and/or emotional disabilities to experience horseback riding in a safe environment that has been us about it! adapted to their needs. Campers will be supervised by a combination of experi­ enced camp staff and volun­ teers, and a Certified Thera­ peutic Riding Instructor will conduct the riding lessons. YMCA Camp ManitouLin is part of the Grand Rapids YMCA and serves both members and non­ members in Western Michi­ gan. Registration forms and information about financial aid are available from the Manitou-Lin office. For more information or to reg­ ister for the camp, call 888909-2267. meet by AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M 37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Can 945*9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. aectcfent 110 Johnson at Kinsey \ (616) 891-0150 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 9. 2002/Page 19 SPORTS SHORTS $0 DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! HUD, VA, FHA. Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. Business Senices ABLE CHRISTOPHER'S TREE/SHRUB SERVICE. Removals, pruning, yard clean ups, since 1975 Free estimates, (616)868-1614, EXTRA SPACIOUS STU­ 246-6028_________________ DIO APARTMENT: in Ca­ ledonia near the park. Mod­ HARDWOOD FLOORING: em kitchen, off-road park­ fabrication, installation, sand Olivet College senior An­ & refinish Call (616)795- ing, must see, $450 + depos­ it. Includes utilities, call drea Deschoff and Hope 2695 & ask for John (616)838-1060____________ College senior Brian Ham­ HOME STYLE CON- FOR RENT: Thomapple mer made the Michigan In­ STRUCTION: new con­ tercollegiate Athletic Con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ Kellogg school district, 3 plus bedrooms, 2 bath, locat­ ference (MIAA) Academic ing, siding, & decks We do ed minutes from Hastings or Honor Roll for the 2001-02 it all. 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All ages wel­ are permanent positions come, multi child discount. with no strikes or layoffs Thursdays. Each session will begin Complete preschool pro­ projected. The personnel with a brief warmup/stretch- grams included in our 3 & 4 manager will discuss hours, year old moms. Call to pay scales & bonuses at a ing period and a short schedule a tour of our newly one on one interview. For clinic/practicc, followed by expanded center. FI A ex­ appt. call (616)243-9131 games. The program is open cepted. (616)795-9055. LIC. # 10am-3pm. Company en­ to all skill levels. Partici­ DC080096733____________ courages people with no ex­ pants should bring their own perience to apply, on job Community Notices glove; all other equipment training is provided. ATTENTION TK CLASS of will be provided. BODY REPAIR '72. There will be a class re­ AUTO union meeting on July 9, at PERSON: immediate open­ ing for experienced auto 7pm at the Middle Villa. See Automotive you there!________________ body repair person. Newly 1994 FORD PROBE: 5 remodeled facility offering speed, air, moon roof, power For Rent all fringe benefits, contact doors & windows. Needs en­ DUPLEX - MIDDLEVILLE: Ed at (616)891-0150 for de­ gine work, $700 or best. deluxe 2 bedroom, full base­ tails & appointment. (616)795-0208 ment, big back yard. In Memoriam (616)795-4098_____________ FOR SALE: 1991 Geo Storm 2 door coupe, 5 speed. A/C, LIVE IN THE COUNTRY! SANDRA K. SCHENKEL AM/FM CD. New clutch, Great schools, lovely woods, Seems just like yesterday runs good, drives good, $800 spacious 3 bedroom main you were here, but it has al­ obo. Please call (616)792floor apartment, deck, 1-1/2 ready been 1 year. Not a day 6829 after 6pm. bath, 1,150 square feet, $615; goes by without us thinking or upper floor, 1,250 square of and missing you. We will FOR SALE: '96 Dodge SLT, feet with office, $635. Pets be together again one day. 360 engine, 4x4, green $10, no dogs, M-50, near IUntil that time, we hold on w/top, 62K miles, AM/FM 96, (616)891-1840._________ tight to our memories of our cassette, $9,500. ALSO GET wonderful wife, mom & THIS: '89 IRoc Z-28, 350 fuel THORN-BARRY APART­ grandma. Missed very much injected, red, T-tops w/camMENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, by your family. er, AM/FM cassette, 64K Middleville. 2 bedroom miles, stored winters $6,000. apartments. Ask about our This one at this price won't Ijiwii & Garden Summer special - 50% off last long. Call (616)948-4328 first month's rent, call R&J LAWN CARE: Mowing after 6pm Mon.-Fri. and any(616)795-3889 to schedule an and brush removal. Senior .ime on Sat. & Sun. appointment. discount, reasonable rates. (616)374-8631_____________ WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ♦ Every Weekend—Enjoy our ers, pumps, filters. Apol's famous prime rib! Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)698♦ 4 Early Bird Specials5?95 1030. Open Mon -Fri., 9amMonday-Thursday 4 to 6 pm 5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm s Weekly Villa Specials ~ Call for details ~ Mobile Homes The Middle Villa Inn 1 Call 795-3640 - on M-37 jwst north of .Mkkflettlk « CIDER MILL priced right Nice 16x70 Fleet wood. Oak kitchen, open floor plan, air, garden tub, deck and more, $20,500. Shelly (616)5318822, MHS #3310 MOBILE HOME Byron Center schools, 14x70 with expando, 3 . bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen & bed­ rooms. Appliances included Must sell 616)340-1259 YANKEE SPRINGS MEADOWS: 1997 Redman, assumable mortgage, 4 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, air, shed & deck. Appliances included (616)795-0208 FOR SALE BY OWNER: Doublewide Fairmont 28x56 (1568sq ft.) 3bd, 2 bath w/10xl2, three season porch & 12x14 workshop. Asking $29,950. Features include: stove, refrigerator, dish­ washer, snack-bar, separate laundry room w/new wash­ er & dryer, air conditioning unit, carefree windows w/all new drapes, cathedral ceilings, lighted ceiling fans, garden tub w/separate shower, 2 walk-in closets, new carpet and brand new’ roof. This home is located on a beautifully landscaped lot at end of cul-de-sac. Caledo­ nia schools. Reason for sell­ ing: Moving out of state. Community: Dutton Mills. Contact Jim or Ruth at 3421 Pullman Ct., SE., off 68th St., in Dutton. (616)656-4684. See display ad. National Ads ROUTE DRIVER: to $800/wk. + benefits, small cargo truck Training pro­ vided! Daily route Hiring now’. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. Real Estate BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property has 2.5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612. National Ads LAKE MICHIGAN AC­ CESS: 2 acre wooded lots with pond. Whitehall/Montigue area. Land contract terms. 1-800-263-4677 MANCELONA: 5.03 ACRES of hardwoods, close to state land, lakes, and trails. Ideal hunting and camping base. Driveway and cleared site, electric $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land contract. www.northemlandco.com. Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118._____________ RESIDENTIAL LOTS: growing Duncan lake neigh­ borhood, 1+ acres, paved road, most utilities. Call Mike Mulder at Greenridge Realty (616)974-4110. CABLE INSTALLERS & HELPERS: to $1,000/Wk. Many training now! Some w'ork own hours! (616)9492424 Jobline Fee. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ REGISTRATION CLERK: to $12/Hr. & up. Many shifts available. Training ASAP. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. LIGHT PACKAGLNG/ASSEMBLY: to $12.17/Hr. + great benefits! Major Co.! Training many now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. MODELS: to $50/Hr Catalog/runway. Male/female Training. Many needed!! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. FOR SALE BY OWNER: 605 BERNARD MIDDLE­ VILLE CUSTOM BUILT 2352SQ. FT. EXTERIOR OF HOUSE BEING PAINTED 3 BEDROOM VV/WOOD FLOORS, 2 BATHS, CEN­ TRAL AIR, FIREPLACE IN FAMILY ROOM, INGROUND POOL. IN THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLE­ VILLE. ALL FOR $149,000. CALL (616)795-8828 FOR MORE INFORMATION. FOR SALE: 4 year old 3 bedroom home on 1 acre. l,350sq. ft. w/attached 2 stall garage & central air. Appraised at $135,000. Make offer, (616)367-4863. CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way Caledonia schtxils, pri­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910 FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down’ Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now* Financing available! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225 Recreation TYLER CRFEK GOl F CLUB AND CAMP­ GROUND: 1985 28' Wilder­ ness Travel trailer coach with decks, 10X12 storage shed, golf cart and prepaid lot rent to October 15th Complete package $6,500 obo. Will consider sale of each item separately. Please call (616)945-0710 after bpm and any time on Sat & Sun 'ice, crcAm, fallSZ iceA Ifitte famse CHIU OUT AT THE BEAN! Hours Mon-Thur Friday Saturday Sunday 6:30am 6:30am 7:00am 9:00am - 9:00pm - 10:00pm - 6:00pm - 2:00pm Location Caledonia Crossings Mall Cherry Valley (M-37) % Mile South of 84th 891-7700 �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Juty 9, 2002 Grooming friends team up at Thornapple Veterinary by Patricia Johns , Staff Writer Jennifer McDaniel and Shelley Austin went to dog grooming school at Paragon five years ago and they have been friends ever since. Now they provide groom­ ing services through the Thornapple Veterinary Medical Center at 2220 Pat­ terson Road. They are very proud of their team approach and are excited about working to­ gether at last. Both bring grooming experience to this team approach. Austin owned the My Pal grooming business in Wayland. McDaniel enjoyed working at Paws and Claws in Middleville. With three small children, she was looking for part-time work where she could keep up her skills. “We are eager to meet and please you,” McDaniel says. “We provide quality serv­ ice,” Austin added. Both live in Yankee Springs Township and ap­ preciate how convenient the Thornapple Veterinary Medical Center is for the Gun Lake and Middleville areas. Austin loves animals and shows horses and competes in the 4-H Rodeo as a barrel racer. Both are committed to providing quality and are willing to work with owners to reach perfection. “We want people to know that we are not competing with each other,” Austin says. “Own­ ers should try us both,” McDaniel added. Grooming is available for both dogs and cats. Jennifer McDaniel and Shelley Austin look forward to providing a team approach to pet grooming. Appointments can be made on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. The groom­ ers are available on Tues­ days, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Appointments arc available on Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon. For more information or to make an appointment, call 795-9817. Man accused of molesting brothers 1 Enter to Win a Hot Air 1 Balloon Ride (Heed ftel Im uresent Monday, July 15 $1.00 Gate Admission 6:00 pm to close W.G. Wade Special $1.00 per ride Barry Expo Center JULY 13-20 (Midway open July 15 20) Free Parking - 945-2224 Monday, July 15 at 8 pm Saturday, July 20 at 7 pm Fireworks following the Demo Derby Saturday, July 20 Gate Admission Go Go Auto Parts, Bosley Pharmacy, Parking.................................................................................................... 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July 14 at 1.00 pm Peterson Enterprises. Monday July 15 at noon Classic Chrysler Dodge Jeep. Nothin’ But Truck $2 i Autocross Tues. July 16 at 7:00 pm Semi-finals Wed . July 17 at 7 pm $7 Thurs... July 18 at 7 pm Finals Fri.. July 19 at 7 pm Sponsored by: Junior Karaoke Contest Gavin Chevrolet Gavin Ford WBCH Wed . My 17 at 3-6 pm Farrows Musk Sponsored by-. Mid-VHla Professional Rodeo Wednesday, July 17, Grandstand 7:00 pm - $9.00 A man accused of molest­ ing two young brothers from 1998 to 2002 in his Mid­ dleville home is being held in the Barry County jail on $75,000 bond awaiting a hearing on five counts of first and second degree criminal sexual conduct charges. Michigan State Police ar­ rested Timothy John Quillan, 34, at his home in Ionia last Friday. Police seized computers and other items found in the home at the time of his arrest. “It was disclosed by some teens that a friend of the family had been sexually molesting them,” said po­ lice. “We think there are more victims.” The two brothers, who were interviewed by Trooper Ray Volosky of the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police, said QuitIan allegedly began molest­ ing them when they were 10 and 7 years old. Quillan was arraigned Monday on three counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct with multiple vari­ ables and two counts of sec­ ond degree criminal sexual conduct with multiple vari­ ables. He is scheduled to appear for a pre-exam hearing July 10 in Barry County District Court. Naked man allegedly tries to enter woman’s shower Charges are pending against a 22-year-old Hast­ ings man who allegedly en­ tered the apartment of a for­ mer girlfriend in Middleville and tried to join her in the shower. The woman told police she had dated the man for two weeks last January but ended the relationship be­ cause he “has a drinking problem,” according to a po­ lice report. Deputies reported that the woman, who has a new boy­ friend. lives in the 400 block of Lincoln Street and was taking a shower at about 11:30 p.m. when she heard a male voice say “hey.” “She thought it was her boyfriend,” deputies re­ ported. “She stayed in the shower and then the curtain was ripped open. She imme­ diately realized it was (the suspect.)” The man grabbed her left arm and placed his head in­ side the shower which caused the woman to pull her arm away and order him out “or she would call the cops " He returned nude a short time later and ripped the shower curtain open again, police reported. “He stepped halfway into the shower and she said, ‘leave or 1 will call the cops,”’ police reported. “He stepped out, she pulled the curtain closed and she cov­ ered herself with a towel and got out.” The suspect told police he was in the neighborhood, went to the apartment and knocked, which caused the unlatched door to swing open. “He said hello and she said hello back,” the suspect told police. “He said he stuck his head into the bath­ room to ask her how long she would be and that when she told him to leave or she would call the cops he left.” The suspect said he never took his clothes off. Can 9459554 for Sun & News classified ads � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-07-16.pdf dffd7589d6ec78370df632e73e45abeb PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville ar.d Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 29/July 16, 2002 Mine displaced in Caledonia Planning Commission appointments by Ruth Zachary Staff writer The Caledonia Village Council, in a 3 to 1 vote, ap­ pointed Sharon Mortenson for three years, Nick Unger for two years and Steve Gil­ bert for one year terms on the Planning Commission setting aside long time com­ missioner, Dan Erskine. Unger will serve as the village councilman on the planning commission in his place. Erskine has served on the Village Council and on the Planning Commission for about 20 years. Village President Daryl Penfold, at the July 8 meet­ ing, presented the names for appointment. He recognized the long experience and service of Erskine, and thanked him. and said Er­ skine could offer his back­ ground when needed by at­ tending planning commis­ sion meetings. "I think it's time for a change," Penfold explained. Dan Erskine "Even Dan will tell you things have changed quite a bit. The way things used to be done 20 years ago aren't the way they are being done today. You can't have that good ol' boy influence any more." He said that didn't mean Erskine might not one day serve again on the plan­ Steve Gilbert Sharon Mortenson Nick Unger ning commission. In June, Trustee Erskine said the experience and lon­ gevity of planning commis­ sion members with a history and understanding of past transactions was needed. Penfold had earlier advo­ cated not re-appointing Er­ skine to the planning com­ mission in order to encour­ age different points of view on that board. Citizen Michael Maviglia asked if it was wise to change horses midstream, and said, "I like the idea of having someone from here that has been there. I know about the good old boy thing, but still, you can't really replace anyone with experience. As a concerned citizen, via the Ameritech thing, I know everyone has fought for me and I'm appre­ ciative, but it makes me nervous." Penfold mentioned there was another long term plan­ ning commissioner on the board, Chairman Al Niles, who has a background with the details of old commis­ Middleville man rescued in Carter Lake by Marcie Westover J-Ad Graphics Intern Tuesday was the first day Danny Ray ever wore a life vest. It was also the day that the vest and two strangers would help save his life. The rainy day was perfect for Ray to go bass fishing on Carter Lake. Since he was going alone, his wife had urged him to wear his new blue life vest. After being dropped off at the lake, he decided to head toward the deepest section to fish. The lake was empty ex­ cept for Ray. so he set back to relax in his 12-foot row boat until things started go­ ing wrong. “I was reaching for my net and my boat tipped over,” Ray said. Ray started to scream “help,” but felt that nobody had heard him call. “All I could think about was my friend Dale that had just drowned," Ray said. Close to the lake. Dennis Wasolaskus and his 18-yearold son Josh Wasolaskus from Grandville were in­ stalling an above ground pool at the home of Michael Doubek when they heard the screams. “We heard (him yell) ‘help’ and then ‘my boat tipped over’,” said Josh. At first, they thought it was a practical joke, Dennis said, but then the two men went into action. They drove down to the boat launch and grabbed a row boat and started heading for the drowning man. “We couldn’t see him. He just had a little blue vest on,” Josh said. The two men rowed out to Danny Ray (center) shakes the hand of Dennis (left) and Josh Wasolaskus. The two men helped bring him to shore. Ray <ind rowed him back into shore. “The vest kept me up enough so I could breath through my nose,” Ray said. Being on disability and many medications, Ray said his arms and neck were get­ ting sore from trying to stay a float. The incident took about 20-30 minutes. “I was scared, really scared,” Ray said. Josh and Dennis said that they don’t consider them­ selves heroes, they just did what anyone would do. “The Lord had mercy on this gentleman today,” Den­ nis said. After taking Ray to shore, the two men went back out into the lake and got his gear and his boat. “It was an adrenaline rush. I have never done any­ thing like that before. It felt good doing it,” Josh said. Ray and his rescuers are aware that he could have lost more than his motor and some fishing poles in the in­ cident. “I truly appreciate those guys for helping me like they did,” said Ray. Ray had quite a story to tell when he returned to his home in the Middleville area and told his wife Linda and young daughters, Jessica and Danielle. sion transactions. He asked, when is there a good time to replace someone? He said again he believed it was time for a change. He said Erskine has a lot of good in­ put. and said he could con­ tribute from the audience side for a while. After failure to obtain a motion, which neither Pen­ fold nor Unger could make. Penfold said the appoint­ ments would ha\e to be ta­ bled. In an ironic twist, Erskine moved to accept Penfold’s nominations, but voted against the council vote that removed him from the plan­ ning commission Arlene Oaks and Unger sided with Penfold. James Bicrktn ab­ stained. Erskine said he would continue to help and advise those who elected him any way he could, and the plan­ ning commission also. "1 will continue to do my best for the residents of Caledonia," he said. Unger said he was look­ ing forward to working on the planning commission. 150th Barry County Fair full of surprises by Patricia Johns Staff Writer In 1852, the first Barry County Fair was held on a farm in Prairieville. The lo­ cation of the fair has changed over the past 150 years but not the commit­ ment of farmers, 4-H mem­ bers and local residents. This year’s fair, held at the Barry County Expo Cen­ ter, on M-37 Highway be­ tween Hastings and Mid­ dleville began Saturday, July 13. The week continues with old favorite and many special exhibits and events in honor of the 150th anni­ versary. A quilt show calls on the talents of local artists with some demonstrations planned should attract fair goers. In the words of this year’s theme, “Meet me at the fair, where the past meets the future.” The past is celebrated in a display honoring the centennial and sesquicentennial farms in Barry County. This year 4-H is celebrat­ ing its 100th anniversary and there will be historic ex­ hibits of 4-H activities as See Barry County Fair, pg. 2 In This Issue County won’t let voters decide on COA, Health Dept. Differing opinions surround fire levy issue in Yankee Springs Caledonia street names still solicited from citizens Caledonia planners worry about unauthorized changes �f OQfiriXSOOS .ar AMM eit'-voifctoiM trs njS wiT Page 2/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe. Ml/July 16, 2002 Make and take crafts an important part of summer reading program by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The final story hour for the youngest readers will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 17 at Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. Fun in the sun is the theme of this story hour. An important part of each story hour is the make and take craft each participant creates. These have included John Shepard helps his daughter Mandy with a craft following one of the Summer Story Hours. flags, sea pictures, counting hangings. Storyteller Francey Tobin is sure to cre­ ate a “sandy" craft for this last story hour. This year’s summer read­ ing club registration contin­ ues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July 25. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. Tues­ day. July 23. At 10 a.m. on Wednes­ day, July 24 the members of the Library Heroes who have volunteered during the summer reading club will do a Reader’s Theater presenta­ tion, “Words from History.” The young volunteers will relive the words which have made this country great. In a “Just for Teens” event, the library will hold a special presentation Thurs­ day, July 25, at 7 p.m. with Brian Willshire, whose book “Folklore” has just been published. Willshire will talk about how he came to write the book. Books to purchase will be available and Willshire will sign books as well. Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes and re-financing is at a high point. State Bank of Caledonia is proud to offer fantastic mortgage rates and plans. Call one of our qualified loan officers to see what avenue is best for you! State Bank of Caledonia Service You Deserve From People you Trust Our experienced associates can assist you in choosing the right direction to secure yourfuture. State Bank of Caledonia hasitself into the fabric of as community and has been in existence since 1904. Come see * hat a true community bank has to offer. 627 East Main Street • Caledonia. 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo. 3205 68th Street. SE • Dutton. 303 Arlington Street • Middleville. Ml Ml MI MI 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.691.8113 616.381.7960 616.698.6337 616.79S.3361 Thornapple Kellogg Library Hero Kendall Moore (center) helps Sophie and Ko ryn Bennett with their craft. “Folklore,” a young adult novel, is available by special order at local bookstores. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25, reading club partici­ pants can pick up their read­ ing rewards for meeting their goals and enter special prize drawings. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. Barry County Fair, continued from page 1 well as the regular fair ac­ tivities. Competition began on Saturday, July 13 and continues through the week. There should be enough entertainment this week to satisfy most visitors. There will be music, laughter, ani­ mals and even lots of bang­ ing and crashing. The week ends with a Sesquicentennial Square Dance at 8 p.m. on Saturday and fireworks fol­ lowing the Demo Derby. Children ages 5-18 are invited to learn to draw with local artists during the Youth Art Reach program held in the Farm Bureau Tent tonight through Satur­ day from 5:30 - 8 p.m. This program is sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council, Barry County 4-H and the Barry Community Founda­ tion. Kids Day on Wednesday, July 17 will bring the popu­ lar pedal pull, clowns, kid friendly activities, safety displays and garden fun in the Children’s and Demon­ stration gardens. The 4-H clown competition at noon should entertain children as well. The Barnyard Express with Farmer John will pre­ sent special shows for chil­ dren on Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings on July 18-20. Ladies Day on Thursday, July 18 will feature an apron show and the naming of the Barry County Homemaker of the Year. Best selling cookbook author Deanna House will be the speaker. She will be preparing reci­ pes from the past 150 years. Admission to the grounds is only $150 until 1 p.m. Karaoke, on Thursday and Friday nights, always draws a crowd. Aspiring singers qualified before July 6 to perform at the fair. The youth Karaoke performance is on Wednesday at 3 p.m. in the Variety Tent. Free with gate admission through Saturday are per­ formances at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. by the Thunder­ floor Cloggers. The tractor parade will navigate the grounds each night around 7 p.m. as well. The gardens will be lit by candles on Thursday and Friday nights. Barry County master gar­ deners will be on hand to answer questions all week and cookbooks will be for sale at the gardens on Wednesday and Thursday during the day and on Thursday and Friday eve­ nings. There will be balloon ride giveaways again this year. Fair visitors are encouraged to visit the tent with displays by local businesses and drop off their entries. The antique tractor pull at noon on Saturday will draw the ancient machinery afi­ cionado. Special 150th Barry County Fair memorabilia will be for sale including shirts, hats, shingles cut on an antique shingle mill and branded with the logo and a fair history book. Look for the booth in the Thornapple Exhibit Hall where the open class exhibits and the special quilt show will be located. The exhibits from 4-H clubs across the county will fill the Prairie Exhibit Hall. The barns and show rings will be full of young people, their animals and judges. Open class booths are full as well here. The small animal auction is on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and the large animal auction on Friday at 1 p.m. aic open to the public. Fair food will be found at the midway, by the grand­ stand and this year Sharon Haney from Annalaine's restaurant and catering will be providing breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Expo building. She will be baking pies and desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth as well. The Milk Barn by the animal barns returns as well with ice cream and both white and chocolate milk. In addition to the Demoli­ tion Derby on Saturday night, special programs at an additional fee will wow spectators at the grandstand. There will be an Auto Cross on Tuesday, July 16, the ro­ deo returns on Wednesday, July 17 and Thursday and Friday’s motocross events will keep the crowds on the edge of their seats. For information on the schedule for this year’s Barry County Fair check the Expo Center web site, www .barrycxpoccnter.com or call 945-2224. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACnON-ads and reach over 11,000 area homes. 20th Year Anniversary £N HOUSE Linoln Meadow Apartments SOO Lincoln St., Middleville, Mich. Pub/ic /nfired �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 16. 2002/Page 3 Local students graduate from GVSU Twist n’ Scoop opens in Caledonia Sixteen Middleville and Caledonia students were among more than 1,400 stu­ dents earning degrees from Grand Valley State Univer­ sity this spring. Middleville students graduating were Cynthia Hiler, who received a bache­ lor of science degree. Ray- by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Danielle Hulst and her sister, Rhea Anes, grew up in Lowell and remember trips to Ball’s Ice Cream shop really well. Both were enjoying being stay-at-home moms, but they began to think about what they could do while they were watching their children. Those child­ hood memories of sweet, icy and creamy treats kept sur­ facing. Hulst lives with her hus­ band, Todd, and daughter, Danyn, in Kentwood. Todd’s family lives near Caledonia and they spend a lot of time driving down M37. When the space between the hardware store and an­ other business opened up, it seemed the right time to start an ice cream shop in Caledonia. Anes lives in Lowell with her husband, Justin, daugh­ ter, Justine, and son, Jesse. She drives down every two days to work at the ice cream shop, which is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 10 p.m. Each sister works two days in a row, supplemented with help from their teenage nieces. “This was such an appeal­ ing location, and the com­ munity has made us feel right at home,” Hulst says. mond Howland, who re­ ceived bachelor of music education degree. Robert Schnur. who received a mas­ ter of business administra­ tion degree, and Jason Van Elst. who received a bache­ lor of science degree. Caledonia students gradu- TK grad named to Oakland University dean’s list Rhea Anes and Danielle Hulst are excited about serving sweet treats and making summer memories at the Twist n' Scoop in Caledonia. “We have been really blessed. The community has been great and now that we have summer-like weather, everything is going well.” The Twist-n-Scoop offers “a little bit of everything, from root beer floats to up­ side down banana splits. They serve soft ice cream and hand-scooped ice cream, in cones, dishes or in special treats. An upside down banana split comes in a large cup, “lots less messy” Hulst says. There is also a dirt sundae with crushed Oreos, hot fudge and gummy worms. They also have hot dogs, chili dogs, polish dogs and chicken salad sandwiches. It was hard for Anes and Hulst to imagine that every­ thing would be ready to open while they were doing ail the preparation in cold, damp weather this past spring. Now, with the help of nieces at the shop on week­ ends, running their own business has been really sweet. The Twist-n-Scoop is lo­ cated just north of 100th Street in Caledonia, between the hardware store and the furniture store. Call 616891-0516 for more informa­ tion. Matthew S. Pullen, a sophomore business major at Oakland University, was named to the dean’s list for the 2002 spring semester. Matt also received the Golden Grizzlies Excellence in Academics award present­ ed by the Oakland Univer­ sity Department of Inter-col­ legiate Athletics. This award recognizes student-athletes who achieve a 3.00 grade point average or higher based on a minimum of 12 semester credit hours. Matt, a 2000 graduate of Thomapple-Kellogg High School, is a member of the men’s golf team. ating were Sarah Born, bachelor of science. Stacey Graham, bachelor of arts. Cynthia Hall, master of sci­ ence, Mark Horn, master of science. Cinnamon Lambregtse. master of education. Tristan McMannis, bachelor of science. Sidney Newhof bachelor of business admini­ stration, Gary Scholl, master of business administration. Melissa Simpson, master of business administration. Amy Smit, bachelor of sci­ ence nursing. Sarah Smith, bachelor of science, and Kevin Tafelsky. master of business administration. Caledonia. American Legion Friday, July IDtlx 5:30*8 pm 1 S1O.OO Join us in our newly remodeled, air conditioned, banquet hall! Call 945-9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. 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In recent weeks, the Region has aver­ aged about 700 units daily. “Although that shortfall seems minor, the current rate * Only the (Bind in frloh & * M (Doiiyn friom... | CONTE MPOImba SALON W4 X 616-891-1093 • Caledonia Centre Plaza £ Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly Web site At iMiMtw.rnillerretileeeore.tiee Meet our Middleville & Cun Lake Area Staff... of collection puts Michi­ gan’s blood supply in seri­ ous jeopardy,” says Stems. Despite the shortage, the Region was able to respond to the needs of the nearly 70 Michigan hospitals in the 63 counties it serves throughout the Fourth of July holiday. The Red Cross, however, is urging all eligible donors to set an appointment to give blood this month to help replenish depleted blood supplies. The blood shortage prompted a rare, joint appeal two weeks ago by the American Red Cross, Amer­ ican Association of Blood Banks, American Hospital Association, America’s Blood Centers and American Public Health Association. The appeal is the first time in history that the five health­ care organizations have joined together to issue a nationwide call for blood donors. To schedule an appoint­ ment to donate blood, or for more information on a blood drive in your area, call I800X31VE LIFE. Kay Stoisonburu Karen Brown Detra Erway CraR KtatamArg u Kdftatrtaa (:ar* Wenrt* 2. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE! G<xgeouS home setting on over 4 beautiful acres 5 bedrooms 3-1/2 baths, master suite w/extra room tor of free Of nursery, walkout basement, barn and much mote' Cail Kay or Craig $229,900 3. YANKEE SPRINGS AREA! 3 bedroom mo­ bile home with 2 car attached garage Re­ cently remodeled Thornapple-Kellogg schools Cai Kay or Craig $34,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES EXTRA AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. Convenient Offices in Hastings and Middles tile HASTINGS OFFICE 149 W. Slate St. (616)945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Jufy 16. 2002 Juggling program sponsored by Friends of Library By Patricia Johns * Staff Writer The final summer library program scheduled for the Caledonia Township Hall, 250 Maple St.. will be Thursday, July 18 with Tim Salisbury who puts on a “Not the average juggling show.’’ This is expected to be an entertaining event for the whole family at 10:30 a.m. On Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. the library will host a fun beaded wire jew­ elry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre­ registration is required and participation is limited to 15. Space is still available. This year’s reading club invites readers into the Win­ ner’s Circle for children en­ tering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. Bookmarks featuring games from around the world are avail­ able each week. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There are prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read. Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library has a display of books for sixth grade readers and older. These is Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 7 “New for 2002” books in­ p.m. Adults are invited to clude fiction and non-fic­ bring the book they most en­ tion. Book lists are available joyed reading as a child to as well. discuss. The library is open from 2 The popular Farmer’s to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to Market is held at the Cale­ 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and donia Farmers Elevator from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Company at 146 Main St. in Thursdays. Fridays and Sat­ Caledonia. Sponsored by the urdays. Continued next page The final book discussion LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School............................. 9 30 a m Morning Worship . . 10:45 a m. Evening Praise ...................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I a place to belong 1 Y CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 9 30 ft 11 00 a m 891-0576 Meeting M the Crou Creek Charter Academy Rev Mu Itarl Stowell, lead Pastor Joe CifM it, Worship leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site ww bngntside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart, Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor 945a.m. 1100 a.m. 600p.m. 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m. Sunday School^. Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Wrxd of Life Clubs . . Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10 00 a m 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. dTIje ®lti ^Tirnc jUctljobigt Cljurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m (Child A Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for todays world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKt COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 9 00 a.m. and 10 30 am A CALEDONIA fl” UNITED METHODIST Summer Sundas Worship Services. May 26-Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 10 00 a m Coffee Fellowship 9 30 a m iNursery and Child Carc available throughout the morning i Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891 8669 / Fax 891-8648 www catedofuaumc org ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68tn St. near Whrtneyv*e Ave Praise Singing 9 45 a m 1650 am Morning Worship . 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or www.pcaccchurch cc Community Church A Place for Family A Friends 6201 Whitney silk Avenue. Allo CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buituuui • Church Office: 868-0391 __________ lakesideconwmintty org 7 30pm Pastor Lloyd DeVormer, Sr Church Ph 8684810 •Pastor’s Ph 897-7407 Located tn Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue SundayMorning Vbrdap B.OainTiadasorui Sundr. School for .Ail Ages Sunday Eseneg Senior Pioneer Club K-6 - lednt-Ur. Pmrr Meetmg Wednrsdr. Youth Sbnnps - Sumin si Cutwmporary 9t5 am 630 pm 630pm 0 30pm 630 pm tfi TOSXSESD Pms • \OB1A\ KNOBL wwfchn 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5 0C p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a.m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving 7be Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship . .10.00 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9:30 a m Parmelee Morning Worshp Mddlevile Morrog Worshp Sunday School (Jr High & AdUfs) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr. High - Sun Evening Jr High • Grades 68. Wed Evenrtg 1100a.m. 9 45 a m 1100 a m 60M0D pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zacbman -fwui C&mmuuty Campai f«-i fatuity <hiZSetmce Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFARER COMMUNITY Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. 2 Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 69S1 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616-6988001 ndefme^faerv.nct wwwrtdetmaunenanl.org Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www. warfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Leighton Church Community of Church School. Sunday Lakeside SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia —Lighting Up Lives for God— 250 \ ine Street M Job 21: In the Bepnmn? ..Part VI: “Wri Tria Her On Rtf ^CHURCH Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Sunday School 9:45 AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-8655 www.iserv.net' -stpeul 10 AM Sunday Morning Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 8 30 AM 11O0 AM 700 PM Rev. Tom DeVries, Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. All Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your fanidy — right where you re at - through: (Missouri Synod) Comer of 84th St gr Kraft in Caledonia _______ 1 mile west of M-37 YOU ARE INVITED "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world” CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH St Paul Lutheran Church MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Bible 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) Sunday Servin Timet 9:15 A.H. Morning Prayer (Hofy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David T. Hustwick __ ________ _ I |C IXCl L M J church 8546 Whfneyvie Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 9 30 am. Sunday Mornng Wortup 1030 am. Mee’ng at cnape on ’WMney^ie Ave Sunday Evenng Worsts 6 00 p m tea Prayer 6 8oe SWy 7 00 pm ’hcmasSuys Paror • Kar Sasncr Assoc As?or Weos’e whrtneyvieooe <xg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 16. 2002/Page 5 Local veterans share experiences and readers learn patriotic songs Veterans Elwood and Gordon Yoder (in chairs in the back row) were the Real American Heroes at the Freeport District Library on July 10. GFWC-Gun Lake Area will learn about Costa Rica Musician Kim Domke taught Freeport Library users a fun song, to the tune of “The The July 17 meeting of Muffin Man" at a special patriotic sing-a-long on July 11. the General Federation of by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Veterans Elwood Yoder and Gordon Yoder were “Real American Heroes” who read to Freeport Li­ brary summer reading club participants July 10. Elwood read “The Pledge of Allegiance: Special com­ memorative classroom edi­ tion.” This book was printed in remembrance of Septem­ ber 11, 2001. Gordon read a special patriotic counting book. Summer reading club par­ ticipants learned that no one knows what happened to the first flag and that Betsy Ross sat near George Washington in church. f——— Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” | undreds of thousands of families arc saving i money with Auto-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection Stop in and ask us about quality pro­ tection. with flexi­ ble pay ment plans and "No Problem" claim The Yoders also answered questions and during the dis­ cussion revealed that be­ cause there were few tele­ phones in Freeport during World War IL messages from servicemen were re­ layed to the families. Local musician Kim Domke led a tun and patri­ otic sing-a-long on July 11. Readers became some he­ roes, marched to Sousa tunes and even became fire­ works. The final “real American heroes” featured reading at the Freeport Library are Russ Yarger from the vil­ lage on July 17 and Freeport Fire Chief Mark Sheldon on July 24. Both programs be­ gin at 10 a.m. This year the Freeport Li­ brary summer reading pro­ gram offers three levels of fun. “Minutemen” are for chil­ dren who are still at the “read-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prizes. “Patriots” are readers ages 6-12, reading at their own level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week for seven weeks. Readers who complete the goal will receive a free ticket to a Whitecaps game. There are also weekly prizes and chances to win tickets to Craig’s Cruisers, the IMAX theater, a Disney trip or even to a Detroit Pistons game. Teen readers, the third level, again are welcome at the Freeport Library this summer. All teens, ages 1319, who sign up receive a free video rental. Each reader who completes the goal of reading 20 hours in seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ gible for other prizes do­ nated by Union Bank. Adults who bring children to the library can register for special prizes as well. The summer reading pro­ gram will end with a Cup Stacking Camp hosted by “Mr. Jim,” who will demon­ strate a fast moving and fun sport at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31. Freeport District Library is at 209 S. State St. in Free­ port. Call 765-5181 for in­ formation about any of the special library programs this summer. Women’s Clubs Gun Lake Area begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Bay Pointe Restaurant on Marsh Road. Lunch, at an additional cost, follows the business meeting and program. Trisha Babladelis has been invited by GFWC member and International TK grad on Gordon College honors list Elizabeth Hillman, daugh­ ter of Dennis and Vicki Hillman of Middleville, has been named to the Presidential Honors list for the spring semester at Gordon College, Wenham, Mass. Hillman, a 2000 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, is pursuing a degree in psychology. IMIL AM 11 II % I Cbwe Loot BOB NICOLAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99. Middleville. Ml 49333 (616) 891-6208 (616) 795-3309 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Fanner’s Market is scheduled from 10 a m. until noon Saturdays, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Library is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Emmons St. For more information about any of these summer pro­ grams. call 647-3840. tending this meeting should contact Rough at 269-7922380 or club president Fran Leonard at 269-795-8731 for luncheon reservations or information. The business meeting will cover the final report on the scholarship fundraiser and upcoming club activities. .sfteav leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Cal) today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’t Pint) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! 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In the recent past, Caledo­ nia patrons have seen a new wheelchair ramp installed plus the library offers large print books, reading devices andbooks on tape. The on­ line catalog and ordering/holding system isn’t just for web surfers; it’s also available for those that have a hard time getting out. But what if you are blind or physically handicapped? How can you access infor­ mation and books if you can’t sec the page or tum it? The Kent District Library is proud to announce a new coordinator for the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH). Laura Weld, a KDL board trustee for eight years, recently re­ signed to become the newcoordfaator of the LBPH. The Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped is located at the KDL’sWyoming Branch on Michael. In a press release from KDL’s Public Relations Manager John Van Valkenburg, he stated, “One of Weld's main goals is to edu­ cate the public about the range of^hc services avail­ able and who is eligible. “For example, you don’t have to be totally blind to use the LBPH, if your vision is 20/200 or worse you are proximately 1934 as a na­ tionwide program. To be eligible to use the LBPH you must be either: legally blind, visually im­ paired. unable to hold a book or tum pages, unable to read because of a reading disability resulting from an organic dysfunction (for a reading disability, a doctor of medicine or osteopathy must certify eligibility) or temporary disability. Appli­ cations for eligibility take approximately one week to process. Head Librarian, Jane Heiss, shows off some of the vision enhancement devices, books on tape and large print books available at the Caledonia Branch of KDL. eligible,” Weld said. The LBPH serves both adults and children in Kent, Montcalm and Ionia coun­ ties. All services are pro­ vided free of cost to users. Machines, materials, post­ age and staffing costs are covered by mix of federal, state and local funds. Sue Crenshaw, also at the LBPH, explained that the concept behind the library has been in effect since ap- Caledonia student makes dean's list at Alma College Laura Weld, formerly a Board of Trustee member for the Kent District Library, has taken a new path in her life. She is the new coordinator for the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. She is sitting by someof the machinery avail­ able from the LBPH. Test your chess skills at tourney Contemporary 2 story. 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For fur­ ther information about this service contact either the Kent District Library - Li­ brary for the Blind or Physi­ cally Handicapped at 616647-3980 x 8, e-mail lbphstaff@kdl.org or contact your local Caledonia branch at 647-3840. If you know of someone with a vision or physical dis­ ability. let him or her know of these services offered by your library. Open up a new world for them Call Sue Rietman at 795The Heritage Days Com­ 1606 with questions or to mittee invites local chess get a registration form. players to sign up for the Chess players can mail their Knight Moves chess tourna­ name, age, address and tele­ ment scheduled for 1 p.m. phone number to Sue Riet­ Saturday, Sept. 7. man, P.O. box 408, Mid­ This second annual tour­ dleville 49333. Applicants nament will feature games for players from kindergar­ should include the $5 fee for each player. ten through adult. Chess players can hone The cost is a $5 registra­ tion fee per player. The tour­ their skills before the Heri­ tage Days Knight Moves nament will be held at Page , tournament by playing chess Elementary School. each Monday night from 7 Space is limited and early p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Midregistration is encouraged. town Cafe at the back of The Scoop on Main Street. Adam Sobczak, a gradu ate of Caledonia High School, has been added to the Alma College Dean’s List for the 2002 winter term. Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point average during a term while carrying a minimum of 13 credits arc named to the Dean’s List. Sobczak is a junior at Alma. Please join us (or our first-ever annual A < \ WMW W Will fro iu 3 To ® (pJBk There will be games, face-painting along with good food, good times & good company! ' f \ \ J The cost? —Nada ... rip ... zilch ... movie OUTPOST VIDCO JUPCRJTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Call 945-9554 for classified ads its FREE! 908 W Main St.. 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Ml/Juty 16. 2002/Page 7 Smith repeats as TK school board president by Patricia Johns ■ * Staff Writer Thornapplc Kellogg School District Superinten­ dent Kevin Konarska at­ tended his first official Board of Education meeting last week. He told the board that he was “glad to be here and that it feels like home.” Konarska is looking for­ ward to meeting with the community, administrators, teachers and students. Working for the passage of the bond issue provides him with an opportunity to communicate. “This is the right move for the district. It absolutely makes sense.” he says. David Smith was re­ elected unanimously to the president’s position on the School Board at the July 8 organizational meeting. Also elected were Don Haney as vice president Scott Kiel as treasurer and Kim Selleck returns as secretary to the board. Board members Marty Wenger. Nancy Goodin and Dan Parker will server on the Construction Team. Kiel will serve as an alternate to this committee. Kiel and Smith will serve on the curriculum council with Selleck serving as an alternate. Kiel. Parker and Selleck TK names Koeze new assistant superintendent The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education unani­ mously approved hiring Page Elementary Principal Patricia Koeze as the new assistant superintendent for the district. She replaces Sharon Kalee who retired at the end of June. Superintendent Kevin Konarska said 26 people ap­ plied for the position. The list was “whittled down” to the five best and following a series of interviews, “there was one person who really stood out.” Konarska told the board that Koeze is working on her doctorate in curriculum. “I am very impressed with the skills she will bring to this position. I am sure we will work well together,” he said. Koeze has been principal at Page for three years. Pre­ vious to coming to TK she was a principal in the God­ frey Lee district. Koeze is already hard at work at the administration building. The district has be­ gun looking for a new prin­ cipal for Page and hopes to hire someone by the start of August. will serve on the finance committee. Parker was nominated to continue as legislative liaison. The board also set the meeting dates for the year. Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. in the Thomapple Kel­ logg School and Community Library'. The next meeting is July 22. In most months. meetings are set for the sec­ ond and fourth Mondays of the month. In November and December. 2002 and May and June. 2003 meetings are set for only the second Mon­ day. The board approved the resignation of Celeste Diehm. a high school Eng­ lish teacher who also served as assistant principal. She is In Joeing Memory of work and decision making, the. pillars will return to grace the entry to the Mount Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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The next regular meeting is on Monday, August 12 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. | THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com Grrtuij^ Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev Pearson-Cook 891-8980 'Each office independently owned and operated MIDDLEVILLE NEW LISTING WILDLIFE ABOC NDS M this 4 bedroom. 2 10310 Spring Vaile* 4 BEDROOMNEW CONSTRUCTION Family Dentistry of Caledonia July 11th, 1995 I’ Patricia Koeze Hope Cemetery in Thornap­ ple Township. The members of the board of trustees discussed the bids received to install pil­ lars during its July 8 meet­ ing. After a long discussion it was decided to accept a bid of $3,200 from Eavey Construction of Freeport. If Eavey cannot comply with all of the board’s specifica­ tions for the work, pillar construction will go to R.T. Masonry of Wayland which bid $9,275. Ambulances and emer­ gency communication were also part of the meeting. Af­ ter months of looking for the best ambulance at the best price the board approved the purchase of a new ambu­ lance at a cost of less than $85,000. At the June Thor­ napple Trustees meeting, TTES chief Marentette as­ sured the board that a new ambulance could be pur­ chased and equipped for the $100,000 which had been ■ Patty Schondelmauerl S Cemetery pillars just a few months away After one automobile ac­ cident which took out a pil­ lar and months of design leaving to take a position as assistant principal at Wayland Union High School. Smith praised her contribu­ tions to the district. The board approved keep­ ing the member stipend at $15 per meeting and mile­ age will be paid at the rate set by the Internal Revenue Service. Patricia Koeze has been appointed by the board as assistant superintendent with a three year contract. The board also approved a three percent raise for non-classified personnel which matches pay rates set for other school employees. The next meeting of the TK School Board is July 22 at 7:30 p.m. 593 Arthur Court SE MOST UPDATING ert remudelmg Ae*Sy front porch A must re’ $2*7.W0 iK17wurb swung $1*3.080 HMBGETT; Barb Getty 939-2550 Spring Valley. to borne) Paul bavit 291-0063 Bay I Hehl 291 -0401 < oAsnicnos • o« WELL MAINTAINED dip in the >n ground pool on lh>w hot summer day* fi* invites you to come in and meet Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • VJe welcome all ages Call for your appointment... 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Ml/Juty 16. 2002 Two young area residents part of new drum corps by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Two high school seniors in Caledonia are going to be busier than ever this next year. Actually, they’re busy now - with the new Drum and Bugle Corps, “Dimen­ sions.” Dimensions Drum & Bu­ gle Corps is made up of stu­ dents from all over West Michigan. Amanda Daniel­ son, a senior at Caledonia High School, and Aaron Bierlein, a senior at Catholic Central, both living in the Caledonia/Alto area, are members of the new “Di­ mensions.” Danielson plays ‘in the pit’ meaning she’s in the percussion section. Bierlein is the drum major. The corps started last No­ vember, meeting one week­ end a month until May. During the summer months, the corps has been meeting for practice two to three days per week. Week­ ends find them going to dif­ ferent competitions around the Midwest area. Danielson and Bierlein, along with the rest of “Di . Dimensions Drum & Bugle Corps is affiliated with the Drum Corps Midwest and Drum Corps International. Danielson is center front “in the pit" (percussion area). Aaron Bierlein, Catholic Central, and Amanda Danielson, CHS, both seniors living in the Caledonia/Alto area, are part of the new Dimensions Drum & Bugle Corps. mensions,” found them­ selves at their first competi­ tion on Saturday, June 29. According to Danielson's mother, Mary, the corps did very well. “They beat a couple corps that have been around Great Local Service! Fast Claim Service! The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. M-37, Middleville, Ml 1-800443-5253 Ill N. Mam St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■Mi FARM I,» BUREAU INSURANCE awhile. It was pretty excit­ ing for their very first time,” she said. “Dimensions” is affiliated with the Drum Corps Mid­ west and Drum Corp Inter­ national. They are a Divi­ sion III corps. Their execu­ tive director is Jonathan Reinhard of Grand Rapids. Al­ though the corps began their season without any real sponsors they are looking for sponsors as well as dona­ tions. “They’ve had a hard time finding places to stay,” said Mary Danielson. Donations needed are scaffolding, a microphone/speaker set, two generators, a four wheeler (tractor or 3 wheeler), a boombox with CD and tape player, batteries, different kinds of tape (electrical, strapping, duct, etc.), gaso­ line and diesel fuel gift cer­ tificates, fabric and sewing notions, non-perishable food items and financial assis­ tance. The corps is a non­ profit 501(c)3 organization. Any donations are tax de­ ductible as charitable giving. BURtAL UUTVM • FARM BURtAU UFt ■ FAR* BUREAU MMfRAl I I I mith iamond I I SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 JUST LISTEDI Super sharp ranch on four acres with an additional 32x24 garage. Three bedrooms, two & a half baths, huge screened porch overlooking an in-ground pool. 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For further information about the corps, upcoming events or donations, see their website at www.dimensions.swiftlytilting.com or contact Executive Direc­ tor Reinhard at jreinhard(adimcnsionscorps.org Phone: 616-3633387. Caledonia resident to be featured soloist at church Tom Kaechele will be the featured soloist at the Caledonia United Methodist Church Hymn Sing July 28 at 6 p.m., 250 Vine St., Caledonia. Kaechele is a Caledonia resident and has been singing in area churches for over 30 years. He is employed at Caledonia High AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 437- Tom Kaechele School as the director of the Performing Arts Center and coaches the girls varsity softball team. Kaechele will be singing several selections from his latest Gospel CD “Songs from the Heart," which he recorded last summer, along with some patriotic numbers and other old gospel favorites. The church is located at 250 Vine St., Caledonia. Directions: M-37 to Emmons Street, west on Emmons, right on Vine. Refreshments follow the hymn sing. The church is air conditioned. House For Sale 9452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. I I Main floor: kitchen, living, bath, 3 bedrooms. Basement: family I room, office, laundry, bedroom. Call 945-9554 I Brick front with aluminium siding, attached 2 air garage, nice I for Sun & News sized fenced back yard with deck and stone patio. Improvements: Hewer exterior doors, roof 5 years old, furI nace/central air 2 years old, septic plumbing 5 years old, elecrical I ACTION-Ads. upgrade on all switches, outlets and lights. 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She was a member and very, very involved in the Concord United Methodist Church, a former 4H leader. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, needlework & caring for her family & others. She is survived by her husband; four daughters, Karen L. (Carl) Simmons of Ionia, Sheryl J. (Mark) Willerick of Marshall, Gloria K. (Perin) Truax of Caledonia and Joy E. (Gary) Christopher of Holt; son, Dallas L. (Lynne) Strong of Wayland; brother, Robert C. Beard of Lake Odessa; 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, July 13, 2002 at Concord United Methodist Church in Concord. Internment was at Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Concord United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by S.D. Lauer Funeral Home. 116 S. Main, Concord. MI 49237. Luella I. Reed HASTINGS Luella I. Reed, age 85, of Hastings died Friday, July 12, 2002 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Reed was bom on Dec. 2. 1916 in Middleville, Ml. the daughter of lambert and Carrie (Nibbs) Seynders. She was raised in Hoboken, New Jersey and attended schools there. She moved to Hastings in 1944 from New Jersey. She was employed at the Keeler-Brass Company in Middleville and Grand Rapids for several years. She had previously worked for Hastings Manufacturing Company for a time. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters, Hastings Women of the Moose. Mrs. Reed is survived by brothers, Louis Seynders of Hastings and Jack Ball of Oroville, CA; sister, Reta DeSomma of Turlock. Ca.; and nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were parents; sisters, Greta Meier. Nettie VanBell and Elizabeth Seynders; broth­ ers, Lloyd Harper, Howard Reed and Lambert Seynders. Respecting her wishes, no visitation. Respecting her wishes, graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at Hastings’ Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Rev. Fr. Gary Pamment officiat­ ing. Burial will be at Hastings’ Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Emphysema Foundation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. ^Give a memorial that can go on forever..? A gift to the Bony Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funer­ al director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Staff Writer A reception kicking the Fontana Summer Festival concert series at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on July 13 welcomed musicians and music lovers to one of the lovelier spots in Barry County. The scries contin­ ues over the next five weeks with Friday concerts at Three Rivers and Saturday evening performances at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and Sunday and Wednesday concerts in Shelbyville. The July 20 focus is on percussion. The program is called "Sound Waves" and includes works by Toru Takemitsu, Minoru Miki and John Cage. Judy Moonert, Greg Secor, Timothy Church and Marc Churchill bring their percussion exper­ tise to these concerts. The July 27 concert at 7 p.m. features work by Mischa and Ramon Supko, Maurice Ravel and Johannes Brahms. Musicians are Seunghee Lee, violin, Carl Donakowski. Cello, Peter Mi­ yamoto and Winston Choi both on piano. The Saturday concert on August 3 features Renata Knilic on violin and Lori Sims on piano. They are joined by Carolyn Plummer Yankee Springs looking for a few good people One of the future goals of Yankee Springs township is creating their own fire de­ partment. One of drawbacks to this goal is finding suffi­ cient well trained personnel to staff the station. This is even a problem for the Thornapple Township Emergency Services Depart­ ment to make sure there are enough trained staff on hand for services throughout their coverage area. At this time Yankee Springs contracts with LI ES for emergency services which continues to work well. To help find more local fire fighters TIES is holding a recruitment and informa­ tion meeting on Saturday, July 27 at the Yankee Springs fire station. Any resident who would like to learn more about the re­ quirements for becoming a volunteer firefighter and the training commitments can attend, beginning at 9 a.m. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Advantage health 9090 South Rogers Ct , Caledonia, Ml - www.advantageheaith.org Rose Heaton, current di­ rector of the TAC says, “I am really pleased that the Fontana Summer Festival is coming to Hastings. I think concert goers will have an opportunity to explore our community and a great facil­ ity at Pierce Cedar Creek.” All Saturday night concerts are at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on West Clo­ verdale Road in Hastings. From Hastings drive south on M-37 approximately 9 miles to Cloverdale Road, turn right and follow Clo­ verdale Road. Entrance to the institute is on the left. The concerts are given in Three Rivers on Fridays and at the Emporium in Shelby­ ville on Sundays. The Em­ porium also offers Wednes­ day evening concerts. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students with ID and children accom­ panied by adults. Tickets can be pur­ chased through the Miller Auditorium Ticket Office at 616-387-2300 or 1-800-2289858 or on line at www.millcrauditorium.com. For information about the Fontana Summer Festi­ val call 616-387-2362. For information about Thomapple Arts Council events call 945-2002. For information about the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute call 7214190. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Pierce Cedar Creek Institute will give concert goers a chance to walk some of the trails if they arrive be­ fore the concert as well as enjoy cookies afterward. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 27 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM JksSHLR CLOTHING BOLTIQl f © £ $ 9379 CHERRY VALLEY LOCATED IN THE CALEDONIA SHOPPING CENTRE, NEXT TO D&W 3 § COME SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY AND HAVE SOME FUN SNACKS AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED © SEARCHING FOR MODELS ALL AGES & SIZES NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! HAVE FUN MODELING OUR CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 891-5868 $ $ © © �Page 10/The Sun and News. MiddievrtJe Ml/Juty 16. 2002 County won’t let voters decide on COA, Health Dept. have to follow the law,” projects. “The citizens of Barry Mackenzie said. The County Board final­ County should be consulted and be part of any major or ized the purchase of 6.75 acres last May on the south­ important decisions,” Alden west corner of Woodlawn said. He also claimed that and M-43 and plans to re­ model a vacant church on “Delton area citizens made the property for the COA it very clear the night of the and construct a new health COA survey meeting they building on the same lot. did not want the county to The board is planning to pay purchase or be involved for all the costs from the with the relocation of the county's Delinquent Tax COA building. They want community buildings in the Revolving Fund. four quadrants of the The board has the author­ county.” Adams disagreed ity to put millage proposals with that claim, saying there on the ballot, but there is no is support in Delton for the tax increase involved with project. the COA and health building Discussion before the projects. After the meeting, Wilk­ board’s vote included angry comments and accusations. inson was asked why a mo­ Mackenzie read an e-mail tion to put the proposal on that he said was “directly the ballot wasn’t made six or relevant” because of Wilkin­ seven months ago, before son’s motion. the property was purchased “The e-mail is from Jim and a construction manager Alden to Wayne Adams and hired. copied to Tom Wilkinson.” “Maybe we didn’t think In the e-mail. Alden said, far enough ahead,” he re­ ‘...I had a good talk with sponded. He said “a lot” of Fred Jacobs today and he people have approached him feels my idea of presenting about what he is going to do under public comment, re­ “to stop the project.” questing a ballot on the During public comment at this week’s meeting, Jim Al­ COA issue, is the way to go. den of Delton, who is op­ He said that they (other posing Commissioner commissioners) won’t vote Wayne Adams for the for it, but he will carry the County Board’s District 8 headlines ‘Commissioners seat, spoke in favor of a ref­ vote no to allowing a vote.’ erendum vote about the Once I have that, I can direct COA and health building my campaign at Wayne say­ ing that he did not want the citizens of District 8 to vote...” Mackenzie called the email “the most repulsing thing I’ve read. “I think dirty tricks in politics are to be expected, but when the publisher and owner of a newspaper en­ gages in an attempt to create headlines, I think there is something very wrong in our system and in our com­ Private swimmable channel frontage munity. This is on a par with on Gun Lake. New paint, carpet and what William Randolph Hearst did in an earlier part oak kitchen in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath of the century...,” he said. home. $142,900. Jacobs, who was not at the County Board meeting, stressed in an interview Tuesday afternoon that his at stance against the project or log onto and his call for a referendum www.YourAutomatedAgent.com vote by citizens are strictly (451305) his own personal opinions. His role as vice president of by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Unless the Barry County Board of Commissioners changes its mind, citizens will not be allowed to decide whether the board should proceed with new facilities for the Commission on Ag­ ing and the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Voting 6-2, the County Board Tuesday voted against a motion by Com­ missioner Tom Wilkinson to place the issue in the hands of voters at the November general election. Wilkinson and Commis­ sioner Tom Wing voted in favor of letting the people decide. Wilkinson, in the motion, wanted voters to decide whether the county should spend up to $3,276,687 for the projects. County Board Chairman Jeff Mackenzie said he was not aware of a specific state law that would permit the board to place such a pro­ posal on the ballot. He ad­ mitted that he only did a cursory search of state stat­ utes and invited others to in­ form him if a law exists that mandates such power. “If we can’t find a law that allows us to put it on the ballot, 1 think we have to make the decision here, as tough as it might be and as unpopular as it might be we ca/zDeb Pawloski 292-1721 Why do all the work when we can do it for you? KXwdtawn ylteaioivs 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community it Now Taking Reservations it Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted Irving services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with .Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - uwu leisure-living com J-Ad Graphics, publishers of the Banner and other news­ papers. does not include writing headlines for the Banner. Jacobs said he has” never e-maiied anyone.” He said Mackenzie had never contacted him person­ ally to talk about the e-mail. “Don’t we have any free­ dom to express ourselves?” Jacobs asked. “Can’t I sit and talk to Jim Alden about an issue that the county board and I may differ? Is that against the law now?...” Regarding the contents of the e-mail, he said, “we were just talking about poli­ tics and this issue and Jim Alden wondered if it would be possible to have a refer­ endum vote. And I said if it was brought to the board for a referendum vote and it lost, the outcome most likely would be back to the 6-2 vote and that it was going to look bad because it’s the same old thing, six against two. They (the majority of commissioners) don’t want a referendum vote. “Anytime a board votes 6-2 against allowing people to vote, that’s news. That’s not a citizen creating the headlines. Commissioners voting against the referen­ dum have created their own headlines,” Jacobs said. Mackenzie told the board, “personally, I am dis­ gusted and repulsed that cer­ tain candidates for office and certain individuals and an owner and publisher of a newspaper would conspire to create headlines...and to tell an individual what the headlines will be in advance of the paper being written or published, to me, there’s something very wrong with that. I hesitate to speak out, but I can’t sit back and see this happen,” Mackenzie said. Commissioner Wing said, “I don’t think it’s entirely wrong for a publisher to have an opinion on anything either. “It’s pretty pre-medi­ tated,” Adams said. Wing asked if it was against the law for someone to discuss political tactics. Mackenzie said he would never chastise Jacobs for his views. “We are all entitled to our views. I doubt if something has been done that’s illegal. Has something that’s mor­ ally reprehensible been done? I think, in my opin­ ion, yes,” Mackenzie said. “That’s your opinion,” Wing said. During the interview, Ja­ cobs said. “Mackenzie talks about the Hearst issue. I look back at the Nixon era when government was so obsessed with power...The bigger issue here today is the freedom of expression. Thai’s my personal opinion. I can express my personal opinion.” He said the only commis­ sioners he has spoken with about the project are Wing and Wilkinson “because they wanted to talk to me about it.” None of the other commissioners have con­ tacted him. he said. Talking about the Banner. Jacobs said the goal is accu­ rate stories. “Our headlines don’t edi­ torialize or sensationalize. We might write a catchy phrase to get some interest in a headline or in a story, but we certainly don’t edito­ rialize in our headlines. “The only place that we’ve editorialized about this issue is when we’ve had editorials where I’ve put my name on them or Editor David Young put his name on them. “I have analyzed the (County Board) stories and what’s really going on in this whole process. And then I said I don't think this is right,” Jacobs said. “The reason I don’t think this is right is because we are al­ lowing eight people to spend the largest amount of money that the county has ever spent in the history of this county on one main pro­ ject.” He said commissioners have never answered ques­ tions he has about the pro­ ject. “They (commissioners) have never held a public fo­ rum to bring all the people of Barry County into the process...They have made this decision and now when people question it, it’s like ’you’re getting in the way of government, you’re trying to be an obstructionist.’ I’m not an obstructionist I don’t think. I’m just calling the question,” Jacobs said. “I think the way to solve this for everybody, in the best interest of all the parties - taxpayers and the govern­ ment - is to put it to a refer­ endum vote. “In Michigan we need to have legislation to protect the citizens against govern­ ment -whether it be town­ ship, city or school boards, where you have to go to a referendum vote on major, major decisions...not every­ day business,” Jacobs said. “I look at the county board and specifically Mackenzie, as the leader of an orchestra. He’s the musi­ cal director as the (board’s) chair. I think right now he is out of tune with the commu­ nity. I think there are more people in the community who don’t like what’s going on. but they don’t know how to say anything because of the intimidation factor. Go­ ing to a county board meet­ ing and standing up and say­ ing something is intimidat­ ing to the average person so they just don’t do it. “Like a lot of people, when it comes to govern­ ment decisions, they just gripe about it at the coffee shops, the barber shop, and whenever they get together. I chose to do more than just complain about it. I chose to take it on as a major issue because I don’t think it’s fair to the citizens of Barry County based on the eco­ nomic times that we’re in. and they are taking land out of the city, which they shouldn’t be doing." Jacobs said. When the County Board bought nearly a city block downtown in recent years, they said the decision was to keep government offices downtown, he noted. “They seem to want a government without the peo­ ple. That’s not what they were elected to do," Jacobs said. He said if the proposal lost on a referendum vote, the county could sell the Woodlawn-M-43 property. “In business, we call that cutting our losses.** “Hopefully, if they don't give the people a chance (to vote), they (voters) will throw them out of office,” he said. “If you go to any leader­ ship book it will tell you that you have to build consensus. The way you build consen­ sus on an issue like this is you inform the people, edu­ cate them as to the issues. Have some open forums. When you get to the end, everybody will be pretty much in consensus. You are always going to have these people on the fringes...who don’t want it to happen. That’s understandable. That’s part of life. If you Continued next page Kim's Konsignment SUMMER CLEARANCE GOING ON NOW! I I 20-50% OFF on select items Hurry in for the best selection! 9175 Cherry Valley, Ste. J Caledonia, MI 49316 KS 891-2418 3 Hours: Mon. & Wed. 10-8.: Tues. & Thur. 10-8; Fri. 10-5; Sat. 10-4 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 16. 2002/Page 11 Charlotte’s Web will be performed July 25-27 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Arts Council summer youth thea­ ter production of Charlotte’s Web will be held on Thurs­ day and Friday. July 25-26 at 7:30 p.m. and on Satur­ day, July 27 at 2 p.m. in the Leason-Sharpe Hall of the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Over the last several years, the productions have been held at the Central AuditoriuM. but lack of air conditioning has been a drawback. The large number of seats in the auditorium have been difficult to fill as well. While the Leason-Sharpe Hall is also not air condi­ tioned. cross ventilation is good. The Thomapple Arts Council hopes to “sell out” the hall this year. The cast has been work­ ing for the last two weeks on blocking and lines. They have also been learning about theater careers and learning acting techniques. Now comes the fun of cos­ tumes. scenery and dress re­ hearsals. Residents from the Mid­ dleville and Thomapple Kel­ logg School district areas Rebecca DuFresne, Shannon Jenkins and Elena Gormley are featured in the produc­ tion. This year’s cast includes Betsy Acker as the an­ nouncer, Emily Benningfield. Alexandria deGoa and Angela Kennedy as the cho­ rus who are responsible for setting the scene and mov­ ing the action along. Loreal Giranda is multi­ voiced, playing the reporter, photographer and lamb. Jesse Doe is Avery Arable and the Gander. Keith Anderson and Christopher White play the young and older Wilbur, the pig. Hannah Johnson brings From previous page build consensus in a com­ munity, you avoid these problems. “I'm really disappointed. This board has changed the climate of Barry County. Through these accusations, e-mails ...it’s like the Ge­ stapo has come in and taken over,” Jacobs said. “I'm not out to get these people. That’s not my mission. My mission is good govern­ ment...When you’re elected to represent the people, you better...you can’t run gov­ ernment as a sole proprietor­ ship. During discussion at this week's meeting, before the vote. Commissioner Jim French asked County Clerk Debbie Smith if. Wilkinson’s motion was proper proce­ dure. She said the board can put certain issues on the bal­ lot, but she was not sure if that proposal was one of them. “1 think the law is set up to protect the interest of the citizens,” Wilkinson said. French questioned whether all projects would have to be scrutinized by a referendum if a ’’group doesn't like it...We’re doing this to help the aged.” “I don’t think there was ever any premeditation or preconceived intentions by the Board of Commissioners (against the project) who to keep this from the peo­ came to that. It was adver­ ple...,” Adams said. “This tised. We talked to the citi­ project is one the majority of zens of that area. The COA is increasing the board felt was good for the community. We had the programs and is not ignoring money saved for it, without other parts of the county, increasing taxes so we voted she said. “We could not have nearly the service we that way,” Adams said. “I disagree with (Alden’s) have by having one main public comment earlier to­ hub and four other (satellite) day that the meeting in Del- locations” as a few people ton was overwhelming op­ have suggested. “It’s our job to manage posed to it,” he said. “1 was at that meeting and I dis­ that money and that's what agree with it. I have talked we’re doing.” said Commis­ to people since then and I'm sioner Ken Neil of going forward with the project. sure that the people there are County Clerk Smith, in favor of this project. I was at a meeting yesterday, and speaking as a voting mem­ ber of the public, noted that they are very happy that we’re going forward with it. everything the County I feel this is an attempt to Board does is by majority sensationalize this issue to vote. “The vote has been made. try to gain votes and help in the primary election. I don’t The decision has been made think it’s the proper thing to on the COA building. Get on with it,” Smith said. “If do and I’ll vote against it.” County Board Vice Chair­ you can’t get on with it, then woman Sandy James tear­ maybe you don’t belong on fully told the board that the this board. The decision has COA and Health Depart­ been made. The majority has ment should not be political ruled. The time has come to go with the flow and quit issues. James said the COA digging up dead issues, old Board has been visiting the issues...You don’t have to four COA Friendship Cen­ agree with what’s happened, ters. During the time at the but the time has come to Delton COA Friendship move on...and quit dragging Center, she said “there was the whole board of commis­ not one concerned citizen sioners down by doing what you’re doing.” Smith also said she thought it was wrong for certain candidates to con­ tinue to make the project a political issue. SAVE ON YOUR AUTO & HOME INSURANCE... xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx If you have your personal auto and homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners. . from Farm Bureau Insurance. Coll now. ♦ The cast of “Charlotte’s Web" have tried on their costumes and are ready to take to the Leason Sharpe Hall stage on July 25, 26 and 27. considerable talents to the role of Charlotte. Rebecca Dufresne, who appeared in the title role of “Anne of Green Gables” last year, stretches her acting skills as Templeton, the ar­ rogant rat. The rest of the Arable family is played by Elena Gormley as Fern, Sigmund Rumpf as John, the fathe.r and Jenna Radant as the mother, Martha. Scott Davis is Homer Zuckerman, and Stephanie Davis plays his wife Edith. Elliot Anderson is Lurvy. Mariah Burd and Shannon Jenkins create a barnyard dialogue as the Goose and the Sheep. Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for seniors, students and children. They are avail­ able at Progressive Graphics and the Jefferson Street Gal­ lery on South Jefferson Street in Hastings and the Thornapple Arts Council downtown location at 117 State St. Any group which would like to see the play should call the TAC at 9452002. The Summer Youth Thea­ tre program is made possible by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, the Sue Drum­ mond Fund, Mike Hum­ phreys and other local busi­ nesses and patrons. 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Ml/Juty 16. 2002 Bergy elected to head Caledonia School Board FROMOURREADERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Middleville council needs more open discussion To the editor: As a village taxpayer, is it fair to have to drive home while dodging pot holes on my local street? Should we have to pay a special assessment for improvements on our neglected roadways? Is it fair that a developer must install concrete curbs and gutters as well as side­ walks in order to win approval for their projects when the surrounding area is in need of the same upgrade? After all, the village has no plan, in place, to upgrade their own streets and side­ walks. If asphalt curbs are good enough for village pro­ jects why can’t this cost sav­ ing measure be passed on to those who seek to improve our community at their expense? One should not set a standard that is not willing or able to meet himself. Recently it was announced in the press that the village of Middleville is planning to repave the streets and that this ambi­ tious project would take two years to complete. Al the council meeting July 9. I asked the council to consider slowing down the pace, set aside funds, and pnonttze the project to include the additional improvements to our existing streets that would match the specifica­ tions imposed on the devel­ opers. In no way am I suggesting that a “sparial assessment" be passed on to those to whom the village has failed to maintain their streets. During the four years I rep­ resented the village on coun­ cil, I owned two residential properties on Main Street. As much as I wanted to see the street repaired, I voted to set up a dedicated fund to “fix" the street in stead of applying an expensive BandAid on it. The way I see it, the mem­ bers of the village council are the “developers” of our village. It is their job as the developer to provide a quali­ ty project at the lowest pos­ sible cost. In this case with the least impact on the tax­ payer. I also attended the meet­ ing hoping to hear council discussion on the planning commission meeting held on July 2 when the “noxious weed ordinance" was dis­ cussed. True to form, it was passed on to committee without open discussion. I was especially looking for­ ward to a clarification on vil­ lage planner Geoff Moffat’s statement as to who is responsible for mowing and maintaining village rightsof-way. It was also alluded to by the village attorney that there might be some dis­ cussion on the sidewalk issue, but there was none. In another matter, it seems that some local citizens have voiced a concern about the safety of the children observed jumping off the Main Street bridge. It was suggested that council might want to consider an ordi­ nance prohibiting such action. Instead council was informed of activities of days gone by such as folks gathering on the bridge to watch those who were swim­ ming “in the buff" After some additional lighthearted banter and a few more laughs, the matter was dropped without action or even a motion for committee review. To those who brought the issue to the local police, rest assured your concern was taken seriously and present­ ed to your council. Perhaps it will take another wrongful death lawsuit before council will take any form of action in dealing with this poten­ tially serious issue. But then again, it would be nice to see council actually take up an issue and debate it in open forum. Even if they set a half hour time limit they could still be done and out by 8:30 p.m. William Nesbitt Middleville by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education held its annual or­ ganizational meeting July 1 and elected Robert Bergy to serve as president. Dennis Atkinson, vice president; Bernard Nagel, secretary; and Kristy Anne Sherlund. treasurer. The remaining trustees in­ clude William Harrison. Robert Lillie and newcomer Ken Yonker. The board will be decid­ ing at a later date committee and/or liaison appointments for members. Some of the committees include: build­ ing. education, finance, per­ sonnel and policy. As in past practice, the board will meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. (with the excep­ tion of July. 2003). Regular monthly meetings will be held at the following loca­ tions: Aug. 20. Board of Ed. Offices, 203 E. Main; Sept. 17 at Kettle Lake Elemen­ tary; Oct. 15 at the High School Cafeteria; Nov. 19 at Caledonia Elementary; Dec. 17 at the H.S. Learning Lab; Jan. 21, 2003 at Caledonia Middle School; Feb. 18 at Dutton Elementary; March 18 at Emmons Lake Ele­ mentary; April 15 at the H.S. Learning Lab; May 20, H.S. Learning Lab; June 17 at the Board of Ed. Offices, 203 E. Main. Commencement was also set by the new board for the graduating class of 2003 on Thursday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m. The State Bank of Cale­ donia has been named as de­ pository for several accounts including retirement, general and cafeteria funds. The 1996 and 2000 Building & Site funds will be handled through Milaf. The State Bank ol Calc donia, along with FMBTrust & Financial Services, Michigan School District Liquid Asset Fund, Michi­ gan National Bank, Fifththird and First of America were approved as recog­ nized financial institutions for investment and other fi­ nancial needs for the district. Although Thrun. Maatsch & Nordberg is the main le­ gal institution used by the district, the board moved to retain several other firms as well. Superintendent Douglas Busman stated that by re­ taining the other firms. “(It) gives the board permission to consult with the others if the need arises." The board also approved the purchase of Chancery's School.Net product to be taken from the technology bond fund. The district is proceeding cautiously with this student record database. It will service Emmons lake for the first year. The data­ base will be available to the new high school and middle school when they open. The state requires all school dis­ tricts to submit student data. It seems that the district has used another Chancery product in the past with suc­ cess. The School.Net prod­ uct is expected to be an even more advantageous tool for the district and parents as well (parents will be able to log in with a password to see their students attendance records and grades. This would be on a choice avail­ ability.) The following personnel changes were officially ac­ knowledged: Joyce Stanleywas hired as a fifth grade teacher for Caledonia Ele­ mentary, Elizabeth Sorscn was hired as a TMI Teacher at Dutton Elementary and Brett Knoop as hired as .5 PE. The board conducted a fi­ nal reading and adopted many new/revised policies as proposed by Neola, Inc. Those policies include: Har­ assment of Staff or Appli­ cants - Professional Staff (revised), Volunteers - Sup­ port Staff (revised), Public Records (revised) and Fiscal Planning (revised). For more information about these or any other new and/or re­ vised policies contact the Board of Education offices at 891-8185. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick Monday & Wednesday 8 » 8. Tuesday TNxsday A Fnday 8-6 Saturday 9 - 1200 SM-37 IN HASTINGS-616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 www.billseif.com (CCG) and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 to subscribe today. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mb'July 16, 2002/Page 15 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Hearing set for August 8 Differing opinions surround fire levy issue in Yankee Springs by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There were intense dis­ cussions on a possible fire millage by members of the Yankee Springs Board of Trustees at the July 11 meet­ ing. The different options will be presented in the township newsletter, which will be mailed by the end of the week. The fire millage will also be the topic of a public hearing on Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. Some board members think there are enough funds in the general fund budget to cover fire operating ex­ penses and that no fire mil­ lage is necessary. Others see the need to es­ tablish an equipment re­ placement fund after the 2 mill fire equipment levy ends at the end of this tax year. Others think that renew­ ing the .5 mill operating levy should be separate from a .5 mill fire equipment re­ placement request. The board is keeping an open mind and wants to hear from as many residents as possi­ ble. Anyone who cannot at­ tend the public hearing can drop a note to the township office. Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) Chief Mark Marentette asked the board to consider whether it wanted to pay for full time employees to be stationed at the Yankee Springs station for 48 hours from 6 p.m. Fridays to 6 p.m. Sundays during the summer season from Memo­ rial Day through Labor Day. TTES would continue to provide 24 coverage from the Middleville Station, but having firefighter/EMTs in Yankee Springs would cut response time. This is an option for the board to consider for next year. Marentette told the board that TTES employees were at the Yankee Springs site Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia July 8, 2002 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Bierlein, Erskine, Oaks, Penfold, Unger. Regan & Ayers Absent: Audy, Zandstra Consideration of meeting agenda: Motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Oaks, all ayes. Motion carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Oaks, sup­ ported by Unger All Ayes, motion carried. Public Comments - Ken Parrish introduced himself and asked for support in his race for State Representative. Steve Gilbert had questions regarding the driveway for a new duplex that will be built next to the Lakeview Condo's, off from Mill Ave Township Liaison Report Village Manager Report: A Landscaping for our new Welcome signs was discussed, and we will contact the scouts to see if they would be interested in that project. B Fence extension for WWTP to the south, bordenng Glen Valley Tabled for further information. Village President: Mill St. drainage to be looked at by our Engineer. Unfinished Business: A. Act 51-Naming our new streets. Emmons Lake Drive would be changed to 92nd St. and the three remaining streets would be. Dobber Wenger Mem­ orial Drive, Higley St. and Kaechele St. The Council will adopt them at the next meeting. B. R02-014 Resolution to Appoint Members of the Planning Commission. Motion by Oaks, supported by Erskine. 3 Ayes, 2 Nays Motion Carried. New Business: A. R02-021 Resolution to appoint Members of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration In­ spection Team (MIOSHA) Motion by Unger seconded by Bierlein All Ayes, motion earned Meeting Adjourned at 8:00 PM Respectfully Submitted. Sandra Ayers Clerk FOR SALE OFFERS ACCEPTED UNTIL 6:00 P.M AUGUST 12, 2002 OFFERS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE VILLAGE OFFICE AT 200 STATE STREET, FREEPORT. Ml 49325. OR BY CALLING (616) 765-3808 YOU MAY ALSO CALL THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT AT (616) 889-8379 TO PLACE YOUR OFFER 1991 CHEVROLET CAPRICE FOUR DOOR 168.000 MILES FORMER POLICE CRUISER FOR BARRY COUNTY AND THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT THE CAR IS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AT THE VILLAGE HALL PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR OFFER AS SOON AS POS­ SIBLE WE WILL OPEN AND REVIEW ALL THE OFFERS AT 6:00 P.M. ON AUGUST 12. 2002 OFFERS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, ANO YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR OFFER IF YOU WISH Marentette also invited the community to attend an open house and recruitment drive on July 27 at the Yan­ kee Springs Fire Station at 1 p.m. Applications will be available. In other business, the board approved the ceme­ tery contract for the year with the sextons volunteer­ ing to hand trim grass at a small cemetery, known as “the Catholic cemetery,” on Norris Road at no additional charge. This cemetery does belong to the township, but a local resident had cared for it in the past. The board approved by a vote of 3-2 to return the $2,500 bond to John Pillar which was set in 1996 when Pillar was told to pave 350 feet of First Street, which his equipment damaged. Pillar has come to the township since 1996 to ask for the return of his bond even though the road was not paved until this month. There is still a dispute be­ tween Pillar and one of the homeowners as who should pay for paving. The board will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. July 29 to discuss whether to grant a special assessment district to other homeowners along First Street. The board approved re­ zoning a 30-acre parcel on Payne Lake Road from agri­ cultural to rural residential with one-acre lots, as re­ quested by Tim Scobey. Zoning administrator Ken Worsham assured township Treasurer John Jerkatis that the limit of the number of homes put on the property was 30 but more likely 22-25. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board of Trustees is Thurs­ day, Aug. 8, beginning with a public hearing on fire mil­ lage at 7 p.m. Synopsis of Minutes SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 11, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Mtodteviiie. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray Mrs Dorothy Cor­ son. Mr. William Kenyon, Mr. Michael Lytle. Mr. Lon Myers. Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ utes of May 28, 2002 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated June 06, 2002 in the amount of $67,814.43 on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mr. Bray. 2. Approved signature of the Grant of Easement on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytle 3 Approved the invoice from Williams and Works in the amount of $1452.48 for work associated with the 1998 Utility CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17. 2002. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE: individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the June 19th meeting B. Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer's Report E. Building Department Re­ port 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF A. Utilities Report 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Ordinance 2nd Reading Cherry Valley Woods & Cherry Valley Meadows PUD B. Final Plat Approval Jasonville Farms Sub­ division No. 6 10. NEW BUSINESS A. West Michigan Blues Society For One Day Liquor License B. Garden Grove Develop­ ment Consent Judgment Amendment C LaBarge Dan - Discus­ sion D. Kent County Road Commission - Gravel Snow Avenue E. Advisory Committee • Review F. 2002 Summer Legislative Forum G. Street Light Request Jasonville Farms H. Recommendation From Fire Fighter Search Committee 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT Stream MAP Parks and Recreation Commission sets meeting dates The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission has set a regular meeting schedule for the rest of the 2002-2003 school year. The commission provides recreational programming and services for citizens of Thornapple Township, the Thornapple Kellogg School district and the Village of Middleville. The next meeting is on Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. 200 East Main St. Program director Mike Bremer should soon have an office on Mam Street as well. Meetings are August 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19 in 2002. The meetings in 2003 will be held on Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 20, April 17, May 15, and June 19. written ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated June 20. 2002 in the amount of $33,642 17 on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 2 Approved cost estimate for State/Russek Street inter­ section reconstruction on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved bid from Woodland Paving Com­ SYNOPSIS pany for asphalt resurfac ­ VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ing on a motion made by MICHIGAN Mrs VandenBerg and sup ­ COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ported by Mr Bray JUNE 25, 2002 4. Approved purchase of a The regular meeting of the new postage meter on a Village of Middleville. Michigan motion made by Mr Bray Council was called to order at and supported by Mr Lytle 7.00 PM by Mr. Lon Myers. 5. Approved fencing for the Council President of the Village recycling center at of Middleville, Michigan in the Marketplace on a motion Council Chamber of the Village made by Mr Bray and sup ­ Hall. Members present Mr ported by Mr Pullen Floyd Bray, Mrs. Dorothy Cor­ Respectfully submitted. son. Mr William Kenyon. Mr. Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers. Geoff Moffat. Acting Recording Clerk Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall utes of the June 11. 2002 meet­ between the hours of 9:00 a m ing were approved as written and 5:00 p.m. Monday through The Agenda was approved as Friday Improvement Project on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 4 Adjourned the meeting at 7.36 PM on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village HaH between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. 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ML/Juty 16, 2002 Caledonia street names still solicited from citizens by Ruth Zachary Staff writer Naming of streets, which have become public through village acquisition, will be finalized at the next meet­ ing, in lieu of suggestions from residents, Caledonia Village officials announced July 8. Several internal streets in the commercial sections, west of M-37, are in need of names. Council members debated whether to keep South Rodgers Drive as the name for areas of the street which seem to extend through the commercial area from Glen Valley. Trustee Dan Erskine said because there is already a south and north Rodgers with many confusing ad­ dresses, for fire and safety reasons another name for the unnamed section south of Glen Valley should be used. Erskine had suggested the names Dauber Wenger, a long time citizen and busi­ ness owner in Caledonia, and Higley, one of the first residents and a store owner in (Caledonia history for two short sections of street which have access off M-37. Kaechle was another name suggested. Village residents have one more month to comment on the street names being discussed before the final vote. President Daryl Penfold favors 92nd Street for the street previously called Lake Emmons Drive, Pvt., which is located west from the county road by that name, at the intersection of M-37. Plans to build a duplex in the vicinity of Emmons and Mill streets may result in use of the section of Emmons, west of Mill, as a driveway. The village is not abandon­ ing the street. It owns about 100 feet of storm sewer lines under the street. Penfold explained it is the builder's right to use the public street as a driveway within the specified right of way. The maintenance of the street will fall upon the vil­ lage. Manager Sandra Ayers is evaluating the situation. Penfold said he would like an engneer to assess the de­ tails, and install a drain there. He thought a catch ba­ sin should be placed at the northeast or southeast comer of the duplex parcel to drain rain runoff and to control water flows from the drive­ way. Ayers said the builder is not cetain whether the drive should come off Mill or Emmons, although to put a drive to Emmons would cost him more. If the drive comes off Mill, be plans to fill on the north side of the street, and then to slope it to the northeast where it would drain naturally toward Em­ mons Lake. She is suggesting that a grate and tile also go under the driveway to flow into the ditch. He will do nothing be­ fore further discussion with village officials, Ayers said. Ayers said the plans would probably help some village water drainage prob­ lems, by remodeling some of the hill, and carry water down the natural drain. Village Trustee Nick Un­ ger, who serves as a liaison to the township, rtported the Scotsmoor PUD so far has several issues to solve as specified by the township •: A-MazmG pet GroominG J < 9410 SPimG creek court (m-37) ?. 795-9114 -fa o. •• •* ~ now ACceptinG New clients ~ «• J open six Pays a week Ml ? Katie . V,..... f planning commission. Unger said the chair had indicated a meeting should be set up with officials from the vil­ lage to discuss traffic flow problems, which has not yet been scheduled. He men­ tioned things had changed since the four year old traf­ fic study was done. Penfold said his opinion was that Duncan Lake and Johnson should be a four way intersection if a street goes through the Scotsmoor development and connects with school property. The village Independence Day celebration committee arranged for a fireworks dis­ play this year, which has been highly praised by a great many residents and officials alike. The display, arranged by a local company, was con­ sidered to have been the most outstanding show ever put on in the Caledonia community. The amount of fireworks used represented a 40 percent increase over last year's display for the same price, at around $5,500. Ad­ ditional insurance was also obtained at the same price. The program was financially supported by the village, township and businesses in the area. Unger said al) the non­ profit vendors did well. More volunteers had been expected, but township offi­ cials helped out a great deal and all went extremely well, he said. The village has three new signs at the edges of the vil­ lage. One sign is on private property on Johnson Street, just west of the school. One is on the rail trail property at the southwest side of M-37 and the other is along M-37 at the north side of town. Ayers asked for approval to have the area around the RELAX! 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Four foot fencing may be placed along a portion of the village and Glen Valley property line, to be decided in the future. Also, a road may be donated to the vil­ lage at the north end of the development. Landscaping discussions led to a review of landscap­ ing and noise problems which have resulted from the Ameritech building ex­ pansion on Main Street in Caledonia. A letter from Ameritech admitted the noise from the condensing units was much louder than expected during the planning stage. Neighbor Michael Maviglia had expressed his resis­ tance to the building addi­ tion and changes in equip­ ment layout prior to the changes, which ultimately moved the condensers much closer to sleeping areas in his home than prior to the expansion. The noise now afects the sleep of family members. Penfold said he estimated the noise level at around 80 decibels. He conmented the units were dirty and won­ dered if keeping them clean would reduce the roar. The units are now located only feet away from the bed­ room windows. A wall is supposed to be put in be­ tween the home and the Ameritech compound, which company engineers claimed would deflect the noise. Evergreens would also help. Ayers said the construc­ tion needs to be checked by a village engineer, with a possibility of making the wall taller, and the con­ densing units must be checked to be sure they are actually the units which were originally promised. A taller wall would require special permission from the planning commission. Maviglia said he had spo­ ken with a company official and was hopeful the prob­ lems would be mitigated. Trustee Dan Erskine said there were additional on­ going problems of mainte­ nance by Ameritech. He said on one side, a patch of sand was seeded, but the grass had not grown and still looked like a stretch of beach, which was washing into village drains when it rains. He said that was not the way they found that lot to start with and was not the way it should be left. No additional information • to justify a dog ordinance was gathered. Ayers said residents can call the county or animal control for en­ forcement. Erskine said a form letter could be used by Village officials informing owners of problem dogs, of the laws about dogs being on their own property or a leash, being licensed, having shots, and not barking for extended periods. Summer doldrums strike Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Council members held a meeting on July 9 that looked back at the past and to the future. Sgt. Tony Stein from the Middleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment discussed the safety issues involved when young people jump off the bridge over the Thornapple River or stand under the bridge to keep cool. Many of the council members could remember how they or their friends did the same thing in their youth, but will look into making the ordinance stricter to keep young peo­ ple safe. There is a state law which prohibits jumping from bridges. The village will look into whether signs can be posted at the bridge. For the future, Steve Smit of Focus Engineering re­ ceived final plat approval for Misty Ridge Phase II. All the lots have been sold and the problems with the older plat have been solved. Smit also mentioned that Misty Ridge would be bringing Phase III plans to the Planning Commission shortly. He was reminded of a promise, in the PUD agreement, to plant trees on each lot. Smit said that he would be working to make sure that trees were planted on the Phase I properties, and there were now require­ ments for the trees in the other phases. Plans seem to be moving well for the Mill Pond de­ velopment, except that final papers could not be signed due to a bomb scare which closed the offices in Grand Rapids. Bill Nesbitt asked the vil­ lage to look at ordinances covering the repaving of roads. He wondered why concrete curbs are required in new construction, but the village only puts in rolled asphalt curbs when repaving is done. Council President Lon Myers noted that if a neigh­ borhood wishes to put in concrete curbs, they need to do it through a special as­ sessment. Village Manager Bryan Groesbeck reported that he has begun meeting with the Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 16, 2002/Page 17 Caledonia planners worry about unauthorized changes by Ruth Zachary , Staff writer For the second time in two weeks, Exxel Engineer­ ing made a Planned Unit Development change with­ out first obtaining Caledonia Planning Commission ap­ proval. Exxel asked for and received retroactive ap­ proval of the revised plan. On June 24, the same firm brought a similar situation involving the Greens of Broadmoor PUD to the at­ tention of the commission­ ers, who reluctantly granted approval for the changes. Fifteen of the 60 lots on that 97 acre parcel had been sold and had already been built upon or were still in process of being built. At the July 1 meeting, Doug Stalsonburg repre­ sented the company. This development. Copper Ridge PUD, involved a 100 foot shift to the cast in the loca­ tion of the private road, which resulted in a major change in the lot sizes. At that time, he said the drawings for the develop­ ment were made by hand, before surveys were taken, which showed the drawings did not work on the actual terrain, offered as an expla­ nation for small errors. However, Stalsonburg ad­ mitted changing the road by 100 feet was not a small er­ ror. "I am embarrassed to be saying the same things to­ night," he said, referring to the similar situation a week before. The lots were changed and through an honest over­ sight, the plans were never brought back to the Planning Commission, he said. The number of lots had not changed. The lots still met the minimum sizes of one acre, setbacks and lot widths, however, and a 1.4 acre average had been main­ tained. Commissioners voted to let the changes stand, with Wally Bujak and Don Koop­ mans against and Duane Gunnink, Chairman Archie Warner and John Finkbeiner voting for approval of the request. Like the previous situa­ tion, the firm representatives became aware of the mis­ take when a buyer came in and encountered problems with the building permit pa­ perwork. Stalsonburg explained the development was built in 1996. Eight of the 15 lots in the site condo PUD have since been sold and a lot is built on lot 2. Commissioner Koopmans wanted more information from the intent when origi- From previous page rural task force to have pro­ jects in the village consid­ ered for grants. He hopes that this groundwork will lead eventually to repaving of West Main. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council is on July 23 at 7 p.m. in the village hall. nally approved. He said this looked like a major change, which would require a pub­ lic hearing. He wanted to ta­ ble the change. Commissioners Finkbeiner and Gunnink said docu­ mentation and drawings should be better. Commissioner Bujak also said this was not a minor change. He said all the township's PUDs should be reviewed to see if this was a bigger problem than was now apparent. He said the new ordinance enforcement officer should work with the building department and amend processes so discrep­ ancies would be caught. Several commissioners said they understood occa­ sional mistakes could be made, but were not pleased with two in two weeks by the same firm. They were concerned that more such cases of changes being made without permission could be happening without their knowledge. ’How many more have we not caught?’ Warner asked. Having better drawings with more complete infor­ mation before approval is given by the planning com­ mission was thought to be the first step. Warner said the commission would not accept this in the future. As it is. the PUD process goes through two steps. Planner Dave Zylstra said all changes are to be made before final recommenda­ tion and approval by the Township Board. If subse­ quent changes are needed, a minor change can be ap­ proved by the Planning Commission, and a major change would go to both the Commission and the Board. In this case, the engineering firm did not come for that permission. Stalsonburg did not want the current planned building project held up because a buyer was counting on get­ ting his house underway. He acknowledged there was no latitude to change a PUD af­ ter the design was approved, such as with a site condo. He said the firm should have come for approval before the change was made. He said now that draw­ ings are done on the com­ puter. they are accurate to a fraction of a foot. Stalsonburg said he had an associate looking through all the PUDs the firm had in the township to be sure all measurements matched those plans approved by the township. He said at this point there were no more cases like this that he knew of. Bujak and Warner also did not want to penalize the buyer in order to chastise the engineering firm with a de­ lay. They thought the result would be the same if it came back in another month, and the placement of the road would not change, if not ap­ proved. Lots were already deeded by the state. Koopmans stressed a PUD is an agreement with the township and the public. He said there was not enough information supplied to document the change the commissioners were being asked to approve. He said he could not assume the lot sizes were meeting the mini­ mums without better docu­ mentation and wanted to ta­ ble the request. He said it also was not a minor change. Stalsonburg insisted no lots were below one acre and the one in question was the largest lot. and that is 120.000 square feet. Gunnink said although he saw no adverse effect on the neighbors, he did not like the procedure that was taken. "Its not good for your reputation, or the devel­ opers." he said. It is a seri­ ous matter to line up roads and driveways, and said it was a huge matter to do this without permission. 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Green Street, Hastings SERVICES �Page 18/The Sun and News, Middlevine Ml/July 18. 2062 Boaters turn out for second annual Gun Lake Flotilla parade The tropical paradise designed by Watson and Hawthorn took second place The water was cool, the sun was bright and the ice cream melted away at the second annual Gun Lake Flotilla sponsored by the Gun Lake Chamber of Com­ merce on July 6. This boat belonging to Charles Fisher shows the dominant color scheme of the day. (Photos by Helen Mudry.) Doug and Kathy Berens took third in the boat decorating contest Lincoln Meadows plans open house to celebrate anniversary Art and Pat Smith en­ joyed the shade in the art show as they watched the boats go by The Lincoln Meadows Senior Citizen Apartments in Middleville are celebrat­ ing 20 years of providing safe housing for area senior citizens. The Middleville Housing Authority will host an open house for the community from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 21. 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Mjuiy 16, 2002/Page 19 Straights of Mackinac calls to tourists shoes sipping tea on the wide, gingerbread-trimmed porch of one of the elaborate Victorian summer homes converted to bed and break­ fasts. Under Mackinac Island's most unusual law. no motorized vehicles are allowed. Visitors board horse-drawn carnages for tours, rent bikes or stroll by foot through the village that surrounds the docks. Sparkling white storefronts sell everything from natural gear to the Island's famous fudge. Atop a bluff overlooking the village, a thunderous boom splits the air and a puff of smoke floats over the bat­ tlements of Fort Mackinac. age on a 4.0 scale. American “troops" dressed Two local students have Benjamin Sportel, also of in 188O’s uniforms fire the graduated with honors from Caledonia, graduated cum cannon and march on the Hope College in Holland. Charles Kroll of Caledo­ laude, an honor given to stu­ parade grounds as if British nia graduated magna cum dents who achieved a mini­ men-of-war again were con­ laudc, a honor given to stu­ mum 3.3 grade point aver­ verging on the island, covet­ ing its strategic location. A dents who achieved a mini­ age. new exhibit in one of the mum 3.6 grade point averfort’s 14 original buildings recalls Mackinac’s history, Private Roads, Parking Lots, from the Ojibwas - the island's original summer Residential Driveways visitors; to the first vacation­ ers who started coming from the mainland in the mid1800s. Specialty shops and eater­ ies line up along St. Ignace's State Street, near the area where Father Jacques 4518 Division Office Marquette established a mis­ Wayland, Ml 49348 616-877-4435 sion more than 300 years At the heart of the Straits of Mackinac, where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet, a five-miie suspension bridge - one of the world’s longest - spans the cobalt blue water between St. Ignace on the Upper Peninsula and Mackinaw City at the north­ ern tip of the Lower Peninsula. Throughout the region, from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island - the Victorian-era vacation haven that Conde Nasi Traveler named one of the 20 most beautiful islands in the world; and the lesserknown Drummond Island a wildflower-studded wild­ erness 60 miles east of the bridge off the U.P.’s eastern shore, travelers find sites where the past unfolds, as well as bustling resort towns and wild, unspoiled places. Long the region’s main attraction. Mackinac Island is so steeped in the 19th cen­ tury that visitors almost expect to see ladies in swish­ ing skirts and high-buttoned Two local students are Hope honor grads SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving ago. But traveling east on SR-134 along the north shore of Lake Huron, travel­ ers soon leave behind most hints of civilization. Quiet marinas and solitary stretch­ es of sand surround the sleepy hamlets of Hessel and Cedarville (30 miles east), offering a departure point for boaters wanting to explore the 36 Les Cheneaux Islands offshore. Still further east in tiny De Tour Village, a 10-minute ferry trip takes vacationers to Drummond Island, the largest of hundreds of U.S. islands that dot these waters. The 25-mile-long island remains mostly wilderness beyond the 2.000 acres of Drummond Island Resort, which includes a renowned golf course. The Rock, plus new vacation houses and a log lodge. Visitors can also stay in homey cottages and rustic fishing camps on the island's shores. 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Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/Juty 16, 2002 CCS Taekwondo Club shines at national championships Three members of the Caledonia Community Schools Taekwondo Club were among the 36 athletes representing Michigan at the annua) AAU Youth and Adult National Taekwondo Championships in Greens­ boro, N.C., and two of them returned as national champi­ ons. Over 1,350 elite athletes participated in the three-day competition for this Olym­ pic sport, also known as Ko­ rean Karate. Nick Aitchison competed in the 12-year-old male ad­ vanced colored belt division and Christine Lewis com­ peted in the 12-year-old fe­ male advanced colored belt division. Both participated in medal venues that in­ cluded forms competition and Olympic-style sparring. Coach/instructor George Lewis competed in the ex­ ecutive black belt division of both events. Forms competition is a venue comprised of a solo athlete performing a choreo­ graphed routine of blocking, striking and kicking. Similar to Olympic gymnastics, a panel of judges numerically scores the execution of the routine on a scale of 6 to 10. Aitchison and Christine Lewis are at a red belt grade, with both performing forms required for their promotion to first-degree black belt. In highly competitive divisions of 20 to 30 athletes, both performed with high marks. Aitchison placed just out of the medals, while Christine placed third. “Having placed first at the state level in this, Nick dem- PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS*tTUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKINGr-SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS, GUN LAKE. SHELOWIllE BRADLEY HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS Have a Printing Need? I onstrated strength and inten­ sity with his execution of a 300-year-old black belt form. Bassai.” coach George Lewis said. “Christine stayed with a contemporary black-belt form, (and) the form was the strongest I have witnessed out of her. “ I couldn't have asked for more out of either of them.’' Coach Lewis also com­ peted at the Adult Executive Master Black Belt level and took bronze in a field of 27. As a new Olympic sport, the most familiar competi­ tion venue is Olympic spar­ ring. Two athletes engage in two timed rounds (90 sec­ onds each for colored belts, two minutes for black belts) in an effort to score by punching or kicking their opponent. “The goal is to score points to legal target areas, primarily the colored por­ tions of the padded body ar­ mor that is worn by each participant,” Coach Lewis said. “What may be visually perceived as a harsh physi­ cal sport is actually statisti­ cally safer than football or competition cheerleading.” Aitchison decisively held favor in multiple back-toback matches to take the gold and earn the distinction Graphics 1351 N. 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Coach Lewis also took gok! n his black belt divi­ sion. Christine Lewis took bronze, with her loss coming to the eventual champion. “Historically, our club strength has been forms competition,” Coach Lewis said. “This year we raised the bar on our sparring ef­ forts by having our ad­ vanced belts, including my­ self, train with Master Jason Lee, a Korean-born eighth­ degree black belt who re­ cently relocated to the Grand Rapids area. “Having trained in Korea over two years, I recognize in this man an insight and skill-set that is unmatched in western Michigan. I’m really excited as to the po­ tential (of) the CCS team as we conclude this competi­ tion season and step into the next in a few short months.” Too hot outside - Work out in Air Conditioning! would like to introduce Kendall Tolan Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 12 1/2 years experience in parts & mechanical. This season officially concludes in August with the AAU Junior Olympics in Knoxville. Tenn. CSS team members qualified for com­ petition at this level include Aitchison. Christine Lewis, Steven Moyer, Emily Jacob­ son. Eric Jacobson and Ja­ son Jacobson. CCS Taekwondo now has eight active members that have medalled in national competitions, including four national champs. Emily Ja­ cobson. associate coach John Jacobson and associate coach Marlene Pellitier took five golds between them last year. The current national­ level medal count for the two-year-old club is seven golds, five silvers and six bronzes. CSS training will resume in September, with local tournament activity starting in late October. State-level tournaments are scheduled for February and April to qualify competitors for the AAU Youth and Adult Na­ tional Championships and the AAU Junior Olympics. Next August. Detroit hosts the 2003 Junior Olym­ pics, with over thirty sports and over 12,000 student-ath-. letes anticipated. “This poses a great oppor­ tunity to expose more young CCS athletes to competition at a national level," said Coach Lewis. Have a professionally installed oil change using Valvoline’s Max Life motor oil and we’ll send you ‘5.00! Check store for details Tl Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These ore all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST (U-37) MIDDLEVILLE 795-3550 on site at NO APFOtNTMEMT HEEDED' Va/vo//ne kno*-' �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/July 16, 2002/Page 21 History awaits travelers to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Lighthouse stands guard over the harbor town of Escanaba on Little Bay DeNot Built in 1867. Sand Point is one of 35 Michigan lighthouses open to the pub­ lic. Visitors can climb the 40-foot tower to the castiron lantern room and stroll through light-keeper’s quar­ ters finished as they were at the turn of the century. Vacationers will find plenty of ways to experience Es­ canaba’s rich and varied eth­ nic heritage - from Native Amen can to Scandinavian. Each August (Aug. 13 to 18 this year), the town’s more subtle charms give way to dizzying midway rides, live­ stock exhibitions and top­ name entertainers during the Upper Peninsula State Fair. Founded on a storied and industrious heritage of fur trading, lumbering and min­ ing, Iron Mountain pre­ serves its past at a full roster of historic sites including the Menominee Range Histori­ cal Museum, the Cornish Pump Museum and the oddly intriguing House of Yesteryear, exhibiting a foot-powered dentist’s drill, dog-powered washing machine and 150-year-old farm implements. Even Iron Mountain’s restaurants serve up a hearty tribute to the The cities of the Western U.P. are much more than mere gateways to the natural wonders beyond their bor­ ders. Each has a rich history and cultural heritage, and some surprisingly sophisti­ cated amenities, often brought by “trolls” (a U.P. term for Michiganders who live on the Lower Peninsula, “under the bridge”) and other transplants in search of a slower pace of life. Elegant buildings with ornate facades of rose-col­ ored sandstone line the streets of Marquette’s his­ toric downtown, reminding visitors of the fortunes that built the “Queen City of the North” during the 19th-cen­ tury iron-mining boom. Today, cafes and shops sell­ ing gifts and original art truck into blocks of offices. Vacationers enjoy taking home a bit of local lore from Red Earth Gallery, where owners Donna and Greg Steele create figures based on folk takes about gnomes who live in the area’s iron mines. The region’s history is preserved at the Marquette Maritime Museum in the landmark waterworks build­ ing and the Michigan Iron Industry Museum in nearby Negaunee. The historic Sand Point Subscribe Today! Get all the news of the county. 945-9554 • • • • Sports Historical Government Ann Landers . , /IHa Mote! hIswgsBaNNER area’s early immigrants with homemade Cornish pasties and Swedish Pepperkakor. In nearby Vulcan, visitors have a rare opportunity to experience a working mine on underground train tours of the Iron Mountain Iron Mine. Historic buildings and museums line the streets of downtown Ironwood. With its grand re-opening in 2000 after 15 years of renovation, the omate Ironwood Theatre, which first opened in 1928. is again the pride of this onetime logging and mining town. More than 100 shows a year - from touring concerts to community pro­ ductions - regularly fill the Coaches Martin Dench and Toby Rutter have traveled from England to teach theater’s 750 seats. An occa­ sional silent movie showing soccer skills with the support of ProExcel. These Middleville players seem to have gives patrons a chance to had lots of fun. hear the original Barton organ that was designed for the theater. Each June and July, the Pine Mountain Music Festival brings performers and talented young musi­ cians from across the coun­ try to Western U.P. stages, including those in Iron Mountain. Escanaba anD Marquette. More than 60 performances range from symphony and chamber music to jazz and folk, with outstanding student musi­ cians performing alongside professionals in the festival orchestra. The festival pre­ miered a decade ago under the guidance of concert cel­ Soccer camps in Middleville have been coached by Englishmen and Dutch soc­ list Laura Deming, a mem­ cer stars. Local players have benefited. Here 16 local players try to beat the clock ber of Chicago’s Lyric Opera and resident of Iron in a soccer game. Mountain. Deming’s push for a classical music festival led to an immediate hit, with top musicians from around High School. Three students from Mid­ a degree in biochemistry and the country offering to help. Daniel T. Kokmyer, a Spanish. He is the son of For more information dleville and Caledonia have about Michigan vacation graduated from Calvin Col­ graduate of Thornapple Kel­ Frank and Verna Kokmyer logg High School, received of Middleville. destinations, driving direc­ lege. tions, and up-to-the-minute Eric Bultman, a graduate weather and road construc­ of Caledonia High School, tion reports, visit the State of received a degree in me­ Michigan’s official travel chanical engineering He is Web site, www.michigan. the son of Bernard and org. or call toll-free (888) Sharon Bultman of Alto. 78-GREAT (784-7328). Melania S. Hanson, also a Thirteen official Welcome Caledonia High graduate, Centers throughout the state received a degree in engi­ provide travelers with oneneering, with an emphasis on-one access to knowledge on electrical and computer tourism specialists, lodging engineering. 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Training compensation, travel incentives! join us in Portugal this fall! Call tollfree, 1(888)238-8721. Ask for Barb Caledonia riders headed for world’s biggest rodeo Molly Spica (center) sells calendars at the Caledonia Farmer s Elevator to raise money for the trip to Nationals in New Mexico. Pictured with Spica are Robert Kane (left) and Everett “Afe" Bos (right). In addition to supporting the Michigan High School Rodeo team, people who buy a calendar are automatically entered in monthly cash raffles for the duration of the calendar BEDS: complete with draw­ ers, $75 obo. (616)795-7702 3pm-9pm. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing? Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and bro­ chures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (616)9459554 or stop in at 1351 N. M43 Hwy., Hastings. ^^OnThe Road To SAVIIINICiS 99 Pont. Grand Prix GT 2 door 2 to choose from s13,995 99 Olds Alero GL CD. cassette, clean & black 22K miles. 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Sacha, ^Iso a senior at CHS, will compete in goat lying and breakaway roping. Last year, she qualified for the championship go round and finished 16th in the na­ tion in breakaway roping. Grimley just graduated from South Christian High School. He has qualified in team roping for the past three years. Featuring over 1,500 con­ testants from 39 stales, four Canadian provinces and Australia, the NHSFR is the world’s largest rodeo. In ad­ dition to over $125,000 in prizes, contestants will also vie for more than $170,000 in college scholarships and the title of National High School Champion. Spica recently got a jump on some scholarship money with a $250 award as the In­ surance Corporation of Hannover/Quest Insurance As­ sociates Student President Scholarship winner. Spica was presented with the award at the Michigan High School Rodeo Finals in Ovid on June 14-15 after she was elected Student Presi- dent of the Michigan High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA). Sacha was elected Secretary of the MHSRA. Results from the Nation­ als can be tracked on the Web at www.nhrsa.org, and the Outdoor Channel will broadcast championship per­ formances Aug. 14 and 21 at 8 p.m. on its weekly “Rodeo Round-Up” series. Coach training set Caledonia High School is one of several locations where coaching workshops sponsored by the Michigan High School Athletic Asso­ ciation will be held this summer. The PACE (Program of Athletic Coaches Education) Level 1 workshop will take place August 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to Bill Bupp, assistant director of the MHSSA, “PACE continues to be one of the most popu­ lar services the MHSAA of­ fers to the coaching commu­ nity.” Beginning and ad­ vanced PACE courses arc offered. Bupp said PACE teaches the game outside the lines — teaching more than game strategies. “We see whole coaching staffs, sometimes veteran coaching staffs, enrolling in the pro­ gram because the coaching environment has changed so much in recent years. Many schools are requiring atten­ dance at PACE as a condi­ tion of employment for new coaches, be they faculty or non-faculty. More colleges and universities now include enrollment in PACE as part of their undergraduate coaching curriculums.” PACE provides training in legal responsibilities, pre­ vention and care of sports injuries, physical condition­ ing, planning and evaluating instruction, motivation of student athletes, positive coaching and MHSAA regu­ lations. Registration for PACE is $60 per individual. To regis­ ter call 517/332-5046. �JOOS a> Ax,’W aws*? <va The Sun and News. MKldlevlie. MWuly 16. 2002,'Page 23 Garage Sale ALTO: MULTI-FAMILY. 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BODY SHOP 110 Johnson at Kinsey Caledonia “We meet by accident” n Main St. M-37 616-891-0150 ♦ Kinsey • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks • Loaners Available • 100% Guarantee on repairs � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-07-23.pdf 72f3e9496ca9c90b5ddbf948c6661570 PDF Text Text mastihgs public library Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 30/July 23, 2002 Township commission resists developer driven planning A balance of different uses along M-37 as in the master plan was discussed. Reviewing the whole picture of township zoning reaf­ firmed the master plan was one in which all the citizens’ wishes were reflected, and which had allocated a bal­ ance of different uses. A transition of uses along M-37 was carefully thought out in the master planning process. Commissioners The intricate gingerbread scrollwork is the crafting of Ken He has recently fin­ While speculators have wanted to keep some areas forests and fields ished restoring all of the fancy wood pieces. Mary Lou's handiwork can be seen would like to try to along the state road. Com­ around the yard and inside the house. make the same missioner Don Koopmans pleaded for continued efforts profit as some to preserve these areas. predecessor, it Examples were cited by commissioners of areas is not practical along M-37 both north and for the entire south of Caledonia Town­ ship, where sections of township to be by Cathy L. Rneter beautiful single family resi­ Staff Writer built up for one dential homes remain, which Today it stands as a nice, create pleasant relief be­ kind of use... tween areas of concentrated well cared for home on East Paris in Caledonia. commercial development. One hundred and fifty The Caledonia master the community has a right to plan included areas of indus­ years ago few would have place restrictions on its zon­ trial zoning along M-37 to dreamed it would end up be­ ing. If the zoning and the permit easy access to M-6 ing a sesquicentennial farm master plan are consistent, and to the airport to allow passed down through gen­ the courts usually support product transport and mini­ erations of the same family. “It” is the home of Ken­ the wishes of the township if mize truck traffic in the ar­ neth and Mary Lou Crum­ challenged to vary from the eas to the south. An argument that all of back — a home that has plan, he said. Many such situations could be upheld M-37 must be put in com­ come through some irregular by the courts if officials mercial uses has been ad­ upkeep into the hands of two stick to their master plan and vanced by developers. Com­ people who care for it with zoning ordinance. He said mercial areas and some high the respect that a historical changing the plan in re­ density housing areas were site deserves. The history of the Crum­ sponse to pressure "weakens not overlooked, and were back farmstead may have the township's ability to de­ started back in the midSee planning, page 15 fend its zoning." 1800s, but the real narrative of the (Mathewson) Crum­ back family archives started in 1958 when Ken and Mary Lou were newlyweds. The young couple rented the up­ stairs of the family home, at the time made into a twofamily unit, after Ken’s grandfather, Robert E. Mathewson, passed away. Ken and Mary Lou Crumback hold the new sign The house had seen better that will soon take residence on their lot. pronouncing days when Mary Lou first to all that the farm now has sesquicentennial status. set eyes on it, during her courtship with Ken. In the years since, Mary Lou’s cu­ some of them, but a good very old and beyond her rcriosity over the family his­ share of the pictures were tory has blossomed into be­ ing able to trace Ken’s line­ age through the Mathewson, Schuler. Blosser, Hitzlcr and Crumback families, among others. Heritage Days plans Friday In a written account of entertainment, parade theme this family hunt, Mary Lou writes, “I began finding pic­ Recreational issues get attention in tures, correspondence, Caledonia Christmas cards and letters. Curiosity nagged at me to Board OKs Garden Grove changes know about these people who wore long dresses Golf Scramble will raise money for who lived in MY house. abused children Sharing a laugh dunng a ‘Get out the vote’ stop at the Thomapple Kitchen res­ “I asked my mother-intaurant on July 17 were Ock Posthumus on left) and Gary Newell They met with law, Nellie (Mathewson) diners and friends dunng the 45 minute visit to Middleville Crumback, and she knew by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission July 15 decided to stick to the master plan created in Janu­ ary 2001 after a long process involving the public, rather than to amend the plan to change zoning in the town­ ship. The discussion arose in response to several recent requests by various develop­ ers to deviate from the plan in some major ways, even before the zoning ordinance has been brought into full conformity with the master plan. Township Manager/Planner Dave Zylstra said the lengthy master planning process is a period when the commissioners have an op­ portunity to look at the township with a wide angle view, and to have a vision of how the parts of the plan re­ late to the township as a whole. While speculators would like to try to make the same profit as some predecessor, it is not practical for the en­ tire township to be built up for one kind of use, such as all high density multi-family housing, or all industry in response to developers whose profit motives are in conflict with long range township planning. Caledonia has already seen the result of develop­ ment by court intervention and consent judgments be­ tween a developer and the Township Board, in conflict with the master plan, as where Jasonville farms was permitted to build high den­ sity condos, a mixed use high density development was allowed in an agricul­ tural zone, and where a light industrial zone was allowed southeast of 100th Street. Zylstra pointed out that Crumbacks still live in Caledonia’s only sesquicentennial farmhouse In This Issue On the campaign trail �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 23, 2002 Crumback farm, continued from page 1 call. There were so many names and families men­ tioned from the ones she knew, to keep from getting confused, I started a family tree and it’s branched out from there ever since. The genealogy pox had struck!” Ken and Mary Lou bought the house from his parents, Ike and Nellie Crumback, in 1962. The family, now joined by baby (Kenneth) Scott, “moved downstairs” and started the process of returning the homestead back into a one family residence. The one family would eventually come to include not only Scott (wife Andrea, son Ryan and daughter Clare), but five other children as well. One was Rusty, with wife Amy Jo and daughter Ashley. Rusty was killed in an accident about 12 years ago. Although Amy Jo has since remarried, she remains close to the Crumback fam­ ily. Daughter Beth (husband Altin Nagc), son Mike (wife Stacey and three girls — Abby, Emma and Georgia), daughter Amy (husband Ed Cole and son Dustin), and son Pete (wife Suzanne) now are part of the family tree. The family treasures, in­ cluding the house itself, have been turned back in time to their once pristine conditions; but not without a lot of work, elbow grease and imagination. During this restoration process, Mary Lou found a kerosene chan­ delier lamp in a box in one of the upstairs bedrooms. The lamp was black with tarnish and full of flyspecks. “Quite a few years later, after we moved downstairs, I shined it up and to my sur­ prise — all the pieces were there.” said Mary Lou as she pointed to a beautiful lamp once more back in its right­ ful place hanging from the parlor ceiling. “Some people have said, ‘why don’t you make it electric?’ But really — why?” Hie dining room table is cleverly set with an old sam­ pler-wedding quilt as the ta­ blecloth. The quilt has been written up in the likes of Michigan History Sept/Oct 1987 and Michigan Quilts — 150 years of a textile tra­ dition. In the comer of the parlor stands “Mary’s Buggy,” where inside sits an old doll with a christening dress on. The buggy dates back to 1903. That in itself would be impressive enough, but then you see the pictures sitting in front of the buggy. Each photograph is of a grand­ child dressed in the christen­ ing dress sitting in the buggy looking as “antique” as the original photo of baby Mary and her mother Hettie (Blosser) Mathewson resid­ ing nearby. As for the house itself, w KTKMY 1® A leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a week SUM^FR PECIALS on Manicures f Also pedicures—stop in today or call 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! I© Mary Lou found a kerosene chandelier lamp in a box in one of the upstairs bedrooms. The lamp was black with tarnish, “I shined it up and to my surprise — all the pieces were there." said Mary Lou. "Some people have said, why don't you make it electric?' but really - why?" “Mary’s Buggy’ complete with christening dress and photograph of Mary Mathewson being held by her mother. Hettie (Blosser) Mathewson, resides by other special photographs of the Crumback grand­ children in the buggy. Charlotte Mathewson pur­ chased 80 acres from the United States Government in 1850. Her husband, Wil­ liam B. Mathewson, soon joined her from Ohio. The land was and is in Gaines Township, at the time a very remote part of Western Michigan. It is believed that the Crumback farm is the only sesquicentennial farm in the Caledonia area of Kent County. Parts and portions of the house have been updated and added. Ken has recently replaced the gingerbread of the house, refashioning it with a jigsaw. Each pure white ornamental wood cut­ out stands out from its dark green painted background as if it had been there forever. Hex signs, specially planted trees, plaster hand­ prints and penciled crop no­ tations have been found in and around the house and ATTENTION ALL FEMALES AGES 12 AND UP © 1st ANNUAL FASHION SHOW © SATURDAY, JULY 27 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM JESTER (loirusb B(H IIQU 9379 CHERRY VALLEY LOCATED IN THE CALEDONIA SHOPPING CENTRE. NEXT TO D&W COME SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY AND HAVE SOME FUN SNACKS AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED In the event of rain, the fashion show will be rescheduled. Call for details. SEARCHING FOR MODELS ALL AGES & SIZES NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! HAVE FUN MODELING OUR CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 891-5868 bam areas. A large, virgin beech tree was one of the original attractions to the acreage when the house was originally built. Though the large beech finally lost its battle with Mother Nature awhile back, a smaller beech tree that grew alongside it remains. The family jok­ ingly refers to the smaller tree as — you guessed it, “son of a beech” tree. Not all the belongings of the house are antiques. The Crumbacks have numerous pictures of family members to start their own mementos for future generations. From Mary Lou’s written account, “It’s been said if only we could have asked so-and-so this or that, but I’ve learned you can only ask a few questions at a time. The answers to those questions create the new questions; you can’t ask them all at once. It’s amaz­ ing what you can learn about someone born 100 years ago.” The Crumback history marches on with the help of two caring people interested in preserving a bit of family heritage, a bit of Caledonia’s past. To learn more about area sesquicentennial farms, see today’s Reminder. The sampler-wedding quilt, originally belonged to Robert E. and Ida Mathewson, maternal grandpar­ ents to Ken Crumback. The quilt has been written about in a couple different articles. The cradle in the background has its own story to tell, a nest of hor­ nets in the attic delayed using the cradle by the first Crumback child. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. I® MContempt) Salon Cool, Confident & Creative (2 full asadm# conhunpoAoAi/ Aaien BACK-TO-SCHOOL UTERS NOW IN STOCK Graham Webb Ice Cap Shampoo & Conditioner........................ 2 for $25 TiCi Shampoo & Conditioner................... 2 for $22 Back To Basics Shampoo & Conditioner... 2 for $20 Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1093 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 23. 2002/Page 3 Local reading hero helps kids understand snowplowing by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Russ Yarger gave chil­ dren at Freeport Library a chance to escape the heat last Wednesday when read a book about snowplowing where the snow did look really cold. He then demon­ strated some of the equip­ ment he uses to keep Free­ port running smoothly. The Freeport Library summer reading program this summer has offered three levels of fun. “Minutemen” are for chil­ dren who are still at the “read-to-me” stage. They will earn weekly stickers and prizes. And then he showed Summer Reading Club members the Freeport Snowplow First Russ Yarger read a book about snowplows HASTINGS 4 $B.16 Stud.nt. 4 Lit. Show. Fri I M.2S Evening. Mon-Thuri Stadium Seating Oivaa YOU An Unobat. uctad View SHOWTIMES 7/22-7/25 O STUART LITTLE 2 (PG) M«IT*USTMIUM JI .TIM 11:40. 1:30, 3:20, 5:05, 7:00. 8:55 O ROAD TO PERDITION (R) 11:30. 2:05. 4 40. 7:20. 9 50 MEN IN BLACK 2 (PG-13) 12 30, 2 45, 4 50, 7 30. 9 20 MR. BEEBS (PG-13) 9 05 LILO & STITtN (PG) 12 00. 2:15, 4:15. 7 10 I 2O<u DRINK level, again are welcome at the Freeport Library this summer. All teens ages 1319 who sign up receive a free video rental. Each reader who completes the goal of reading 20 hours in seven weeks will receive a one topping pizza from OVG’s Pizza and will be eli­ gible for other prizes do­ nated by Union Bank. Adults who bring children to the library can register for special prizes as well. The final “real American hero” reading series of the “Patriots" are readers ages 6-12 reading at their own level. This club requires 2 1/2 hours of reading a week for seven weeks. Readers who complete the goal will receive a free ticket to a Whitecaps game. There are also weekly prizes and chances to win tickets to Craig’s Cruisers, the IMAX theater, a Disney trip or even to a Detroit Pistons game. Teen readers, the third Heritage Days plans Friday entertainment, parade theme The Heritage Days Festi­ val is looking to fill its en­ tertainment lineup for Friday night, Sept. 6. The new ga­ zebo in Stagecoach Park will be the site for entertain­ ment from 7 to 9 p.m. Any groups who would like more information or to audition should call Cheryl Peters at 795-0051. Volunteers are needed to help make this annual event a success. The Heritage Days committee will meet Tuesday, August 13. The Heritage Days festi­ val will be held in down­ town Middleville on Friday, Sept. 6. On Saturday, Sept. 7 Sandlot baseball, softball program through Aug. 15 If the little league season ended too soon for you, the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission is sponsoring a Sandlot Baseball/Softball Program Mon­ day through Thursday morn­ ings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The program runs from now through Aug. 15. Baseball will be held at the Crane Road diamonds on Mondays and Wednes- days. Softball will be held at the diamond behind McFall Elementary on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each session will begin with a brief warmup/stretching period and a short clinic/practice, followed by games. The program is open to all skill levels. Partici­ pants should bring their own glove; all other equipment will be provided. the festival begins with a 5K run downtown and then moves to Page Elementary School following the parade. The theme for this year’s parade is “Childhood Memories” and prizes will be awarded. Judging of en­ tries will begin at 9 a.m. while the parade is lining up in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. The pa­ rade will step off at 10 a.m. Pre-registration is request by calling Marisa at 7953590 after 6 p.m. Call Peters at 795-0051 for more information about Heritage Days activities. Volunteers are needed to work on the two day event as well. - Expires 7/30/02 - Red ken, Graham Webb, Al Ferna, Matrix, Paul Mitchell, Sebastian, Wella, Crew, Pevonla rhe^—^ ( studio SWEET CHERRIES Michigan BLUEBERRIES Indiana MELONS Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. 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Freeport District Library is located at 209 S. State St. in Freeport. Call 765-5181 for information about any of the special library programs this summer. WATERMELON ...and more! Lots of PERENNIALS left to fill your garden! Coming Soon... Local SWEET CORN! S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE S g&fl 9~ HBg* on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (616) 795 9758 NEW HOURS: Mon.-Sat 9am-6prn; Sun. 12 noon-Spm �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/Jufy 23. 2002 DeMaagd named planning, commissioner Thornapple fire levy renewal set for ballot by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Township Board members decided Call 945-9554 for classified ads July 16 not to seek an addi­ tional fire millage facility levy for now. They did de­ cide to renew the current one mill fire operating levy for three years. The trustees reviewed the several ways they could pay for the new facility. Final details have not been deter­ mined so the board decided to wait on adding a levy to the ballot on the Nov. 5 gen­ eral election ballot to sup­ port building the new facil­ ity. The board appointed Russ DeMaagd to fill a vacancy “He will have the best in­ terests of township residents in mind as he serves on this board.” Harrison said. In other business, the board approved using funds from the Julia Shaw bequest to pay for the pillars at the cemetery. The cemetery on the Planning Commis­ sion. There was some con­ cern expressed that De­ Maagd previously had flouted local zoning rules. Commission member Pat Harrison thanked board members for the opportunity to nominate such a fine man. committee will look into the best way to use the bequest. One suggestion is for paving some of the roads within the cemetery. The next regular meeting of the Thomapple Township board of trustees will be Monday evening. Aug. 12. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday ScIkxjI............................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship 10 45a.m. Evening Praise........................................ 6 00p.m. WEDNESDAY . . Family Night 6:30 p.m 7240 6«th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M UN I 1 Y CHURCH a place to belong a place to oecome (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship................9:30 & 1100 a.m Youth Ministry .................. 891 -0576 Meeting at th« Cron Cmk Charter Atademy Rev Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipcu. Worship leader Dennv Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp. Youth Director Al Kemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616) 891 -1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a m. A FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor run A. Vine. AssL Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. V isitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE - Children's Pastor Sunday School 9 45 am. Sunday Morning Worship Service . 11 OOa.m. Sunday Evening Service ......................... 6 00 p.m Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6 45 p.m Word of Life Chibs ......................... 6:45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Coffee Fellowship......... .. 930 a m (Nursery and Quid Cart a\ ailabte throughout the rooming) Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office. 616-891-8669 I Fa* 891-8648 www caledoniaumc org 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvtfe Ave Church School. Sunday 9:45 aan Praise Singing 10:50 a.m Mooung Worship HWim Wed. Fellowship 730 pan. Pastor Lloyd Delorme r Sr Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor’s Ph. 897-7407 ^^3 TEIje CljurcI) 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Phone 868-6437 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 630 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechureh.ee Cmmpto ftHuedry nod Seunce Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Lakeside Community CHurch A Place for Fanuh A Friends 6201 Whitney side Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship............................ 9:30 aan Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 600 pan Pastor Roger Bullman • Church Office 868-4)391 www iakesadecoaMnuMy org Located in Leighton Towmhip Corner of 2nd Street and It 2nd Avenue Sunday M wnng AJOaat Tradbtioiui lldOaat. Contemporary Sunday xhoui for A* A#e> 945aan Sundn Estrung Semce 630pan PKnerrClMbR-6 Wrimsdn 630pm Prayer Mertrng Wednesdm 630pm Youth Mtrann Sundn 6.30pm W TO9N3FM) Pmk> • VMMO KNOB «ar hwor 891-0028 • e-mad le^Moadhwen net (northwest of Gun Luke) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass: 9 30 a.m. 792-2889 Preaching the Living Word Serving 7'be Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. M1 49348 • 795-7903 Worship Hours: 9:00 am and 1030 a.m. 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Currently meeting at: Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Wfiilneyville Rd Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Sunday School 9:45 AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Zieltr Office 891-8688 wwwicCTv.nt/~gtpau!_ Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God + (Missouri Synod) All Services have a Nursenj Availabb • Barrier Free Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH St Pad Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St & Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 5 30 AM New Life Celebration Service 11:00 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 7:00 PM YOU ARE INVITED Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...”! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 250 V m< Mlet l Summer Sunday Worship Services. May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School ............... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.......................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School.............................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a.m. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST July 28: In th< Beginning-Part V 11: "Abraham Submits to God" MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 1100 am 9 45 am llOOarn. 600-800 p m 600-7 30 p m Ret Lev Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER. CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. J Family Night 5 45-8:00 pm Pasta Paul M Hillman Youth Pasta David Enfoun 6951 Hanna Ukr Avenue Caledonia 616698^1 redeemetimserv net A member dtht 930 am Mddtevle Momrg Wonhp Sunday School (Jt Higb 6 Adults) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr H»gb - Sun. Evening Jr - Grades 68. Wed Evenrg COMMUNITY Sunday Worship 9:30 an. Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Washp wwwjedemercownant.org Commuto Chmhn of Amenta (^feuntd Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wavfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE bible 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Tirnft* 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94S-9327 Vicar • Re*. David t Heetwrck |ic|xc Church 8546 Wtxtney/ile Ave or 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody.. ...and Jesus is Lord'' Meeting at Caledonia High School Scnday School 9 30 am Sunday Morang Worship 1030 a.m. Meetrg at crop® on M-dney^Be Ave Sunday Evening Wonrtp 6 00 pm Wee Mv2wee< Prayer 5 &©*e Study 7 00 pm Sev Thoma Pastor • Qev Kart Basher Assoc Pasta w«wre wtweyv«eot» ag �The Sun and News Middleville. MLJuly 23. 2002/Page 5 Cup stacking Tuesday, readers’ theatre Wednesday, program for teens Thursday by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The final week of the Dive into Reading summer reading experience will be full of fun and just for teens a look into the writing of a young adult novel. This year s summer read­ ing club registration contin­ ues through this month. All reading counted for rewards must be completed by July 25. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jim Merrills brings the world of “Cup Stacking” to the library at 9 a.m. today. Tuesday. July 23. Merrills has brought juggling and magic fun in previous sum­ mers. His programs are sponsored by the Barry County Drug Abuse preven­ tion council. This new pro­ gram requires good hand/eye coordination and should be full of laughs. At 10 a.m. on Wednes­ day, July 24 the members of the Library Heroes who have volunteered during the summer reading club will do a Reader’s Theater presenta­ tion, “Words from History." The young volunteers will Caldwell-Carlson announce marriage Allen-Porter exchange vows Yankee Springs Bible Church, Middleville. MI was host for the celebration of marriage uniting Paula Lynne Allen and Lieutenant Jeffrey Donald Porter on May 12. 2(X)2. Parents are David and Mary Porter of Tomahawk. Ky and Bryan and Pat Allen of Caledonia. Ml. Maid of honor was Pamela Allen. Bridesmaids were Lisa Eavey and Sarah Ramos. Best man was Jason James. Groomsmen were Lieutenant Matthew Coffman and Cadet James Lehman. Flower girls were Hannay and Olivia Schroder. Ring bearer was Quentin Piaskowski. Ushers were Jim Piaskowski and Joe Scott. Guest book attendants were Alex and Audrey Allen. The reception was held at Frederik Meijer Gardens. The couple is stationed at Ft. Bliss, El Paso, TX. 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July 30, 2002 at 4:30 in the afternoon, Grace Caldwell and Michael Carlson along with their children Alexis (11), Dennis (11), Jordan (9) and Parker (9), were married at Gates Chapel. YMCA Camp Manitou Lin in Middleville, Mich. Saturday ‘ & Sunday, Brian Willshire books as well, Wiltshire is now a coun­ selor at the Thornapple Kel­ logg Middle School but pre­ viously he had taught eighth grade English. “1 hope some of my former students will critique my work the way I used to critiqpe theirs,” he says. “Folklore," a young adult novel, is available by special order at local bookstores. Refreshments will be served. The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. July 30. with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. During the week of July 22-25, reading club participants can pick up their reading rewards for meeting their goals and en­ ter special prize drawings. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornapplc Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. for Sun & News ACTIOh'-ads The bride, who is a Sarasota resident, is the daughter of Paul and Mary Odum of Brandon, Florida. The groom, who is a resi­ dent of Sarasota, is the son of Roy and Sandi Carlson of Middleville, Michigan. Alexis and Jordan Carlson, both of Sarasota, served as bride's attendants. Dennis and Parker Caldwell, of Sarasota, served as groomsmen. After a wedding trip and vacation in Michigan, the family will reside in Sarasota, Florida. If you have your personal auto and homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners from Farm Bureau Insurance Call now Steve Elies 4695 N. M-37 Highway, Suite 3 • Middleville Call Steve at 616-795-1670 Making Your Future More Predictable FARM BUREAU TRI INSURANCE and reach over 11,000 area homes. 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Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www.leisure-living.com �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/Juty 23, 2002 Jewelry program planned at Caledonia Library Thursday By Patricia Johns Staff Writer The summer reading clubs are winding down for the summer but some excite­ ment still remains at the Caledonia District Library. On Thursday. July 25, at 10:30 a m. the library will host a fun beaded wire jew­ elry workshop for teens. This is for pre-teens and teens ages 11 and up. Pre­ registration is required and participation is limited to 15. Space is still available. This years summer’s reading club invites readers into the Winner’s Circle for children entering fifth grade or younger. Children who reach their reading goal will receive prizes. Bookmarks featuring games from around the world are avail­ able each week. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. Fashion show slated at Jansher Boutique The Jansher Clothing Boutique at 9379 Cherry Valley is located within the Caledonia Shopping Center next to the D&W. Open for the past six months partners Sher Hillard and Janice Ablett arc hoping for pro­ vide stylish clothes for women in the area. Hillard says, “We do have clothes for teens but we are concentrating on women’s and larger sizes to show that stylish fashions are available in the area.” Hillard is still looking for volunteer models 40 years old and older and all sizes to have fun modeling the clothing and accessories at her first fashion show on Saturday, July 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. She is introducing her fall line as well as showing some of the fun summer fashions which are avail­ able. Both partners are look­ ing forward to meeting the community. Snacks and re­ freshments will be provided by D&W. Door prizes will be awarded. Ablett and Hil­ lard have planned some spe­ cial in store sales during the Fashion Show. New this month arc handmade leather shoes by Laplumc from It­ aly. “We hope that women in the area will realize they don’t have to travel to the mall to find interesting clothes,” Hillard says. The fashion show will be rescheduled in case of rain. For more information about the fashion show and the boutique call 616-891-5868. (There arc prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read. Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The library has a display of books for readers in sixth grade and older. These “New for 2002” books in­ clude fiction and non-fic­ tion. Book lists are available as well. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The last day of the sum­ mer reading club will be Aug. 3. The Caledonia Li­ brary is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Em­ mons St. For more informa­ tion about any of these sum­ mer programs, call 6473840. Winners will be noti­ fied once names are drawn for prizes. While the reading club may be over, popular pro­ grams are still planned in August. The final book discus­ sions is Wednesday. Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. Adults are invited to bring the book they most enjoyed reading as a child to discuss. The regular book discussion begins in Sep­ tember. The popular Farmer’s Market is held at the Cale­ donia Farmers Elevator Company at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. On the schedule for the fall is the first story hour on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 p.m. A really popular program with younger students (ages 6 and up) is Captain Under­ pants on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 4 p.m. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Call 647-3840 for more information about library programs. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891 -0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan Clara I. (Allerding) Vosburgh--------------------FORT MYERS. FLORIDA Mrs Clara I. (Allerding) Vosburgh. age 91 of Fort Myers. Florida formerly of Middleville, passed away Friday, July 21. 2002. Mrs. Vosburgh was bom on January 17, 1911 in Carlton Township, Barry County, Hastings, MI, the daughter of Chester and Mary Alice (Rensch) Allerding. She attended Filmore School and graduated from Freeport High School in 1929. She was married to Plynn Tuttle in 1935 which ended in divorce in 1946. Moving to Lansing. MI in 1941, she worked at the Cotton Shop, a ladies wear store and at Sears. She returned to Hastings in 1945, she worked at Hastings Manufacturing Company for five years. She was later married Leonard Vosburgh in 1949. then moved to Fair Lake near Delton. MI He passed away July 2, 1991. She then moved to Fort Myers. Florida, July 3. 1994 Her hobbies were sewing, crafts, bowling and any outdoor activity. She is survived by her daughter. Marjorie and husband Richard Cook of N. Fort Myers, Florida; sister-in-law. Marie Burdick of Delton; several nieces and nephews. Also preceding her death are her sisters. Mildred Scranton and Mary Linderman and brothers, Vern and Clifford Allerding. Funeral and Committal services were held Thursday. July 18, 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel in Middleville with Revrcrend Mark Patchett officiating. Interment were in Battle Creek Memorial Park. Battle Creek, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a charity of ones choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Michigan Sheryl Lynn Reaser MIDDLEVILLE - Sheryl Lynn Reaser, age 45, of Middleville, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2002 at home. Mrs. Reaser was bom on Aug. 11, 1956 in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of Donald and Shirley (Stevens) Spratling. She was raised in the Wyoming, MI area and attended schools there, grad­ uating in 1974 from Wyo­ ming Park High School. She lived in the Wyoming/Kentwood area for several years and at her present address past five years. She was married to Robert Michael Reaser on June 14, 1997. She was employed at Yamaha Music Distribution in Kentwood for the past 15 years and previously several years for Lescoa Corp, in Kentwood. She was a member of National Wildlife Federa­ tion, U.A.W., NASCAR rac­ ing enthusiast-Dale Earn hardt, Jr. fan, loved working in her yard, landscaping and flower gardening, enjoyed visiting with family and friends at the “Essential Bean” coffee shop in Cale­ donia, especially loved her cats Conrad and Molly. Mrs. Reaser is survived by her husband, Mike; daughters, Shanda and Shaina McPetridge; broth­ ers, Mike (JoAnn) Spratling of Newaygo; sisters, Shelby AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia- 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.. Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledonia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (Bill) Walkington of White Cloud and Sheila (Lee) Hopkins of Rockford; niece, Lindsey Walkington; nep­ hews, Benjamin Walking­ ton, Joshua and Justin Hopkins; mother and fatherin-law. Beradine and Hany Reaser of Middleville; sister and brother in-law, Diane and Frank Drogowski of Middleville, brother and sis­ ter-in-law, Pat and Mary Reaser, and a host of friends. Preceding her in death were her parents, Donald and Shirley Spratling. Services were held Monday, July 22, 2002 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Kenneth R. Vaught officiat­ ed. Burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to National Wildlife Federation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. coe a vnMuvtiat k gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. V -------- Your beautiful wp* smile and your sweet loving Q*?' ways, will always he with us and never far away. Love, Dad, Mom & Molly, Dan, Shelly, Ashley, Erich & Nicholas 77/n, Haley, Brittanx Brittany, Andrew and Jessica �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 23. 2002/Page 7 Caledonia Library hosts juggler, ventriloquist by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Youth Librarian Tish Wells of the Kent District Library, which includes the Caledonia branch, was on hand to welcome comedic juggler and ventriloquist Tim Salisbury to the Cale­ donia Township Hall last Thursday. Salisbury spent a lot of time “goofing up” his rou­ tines in more ways than one. He had the audience, both young and not so, laughing at his antics and silly jokes. He teased the audience more than once about not clapping for him in the right places. Several times Salisbury missed on a routine (on pur­ pose?) just before he wowed the crowd with his amazing feats of juggling. His props included apples (while eat­ ing them), a tennis racket, a rubber chicken, marshmal­ lows and three bowling balls. Not only did Salisbury pick children out of the audience for helpers in his routine; he also made sure There wasn’t much floor space left at the Caledonia Township Hall as children waited for the beginning of Tim Salisbury s juggling act. sponsored by the Caledo­ nia Library Summer Reading Program. Salisbury, who is from “near St. Johns.” has been juggling since he was a teenager. It was about ten years ago that he turned his hobby into a business. He travels around to different li­ braries. festivals, etc., for his act. Don’t let his silliness fool you. He’s quite adept at changing his routine to fit the audience and venue — a young crowd and low ceil­ ings, for instance. Tim Salisbury, billing himself as “Comedy Juggling and Ventriloquism," wowed his audience by juggling three bowling balls. “Don’t do this at home kids." they knew that many of his tricks came from books. “Everything you see here has been the result of learn­ ing through books at the li­ brary.” He pointed out tricks that came from surprising books, and told the kids he still frequents the library, Jeb was a typical ventriloquist dummy with a “you’re the dummy, not me" attitude. To poke fun at his comedic routine, Salisbury's card reads, “2 Dum­ mies for the Price of 1." even as an adult, to learn knew pranks. Dean’s list include 37 area students Thirt-scven students from this area have been named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Michigan State University. To be included on the list, students must have earned at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age on a 4.0 scale. The students, their home­ towns, class year and major field of study were: • Adam Franklin Bailey of Alto, a freshman majoring in sociology. • Jennie Eileen Elliott of Alto, a senior, majoring in general management. • Elizabeth Atkins Fortuna of Alto, a junmior majoring in biological science, inter­ dependent systems. • Joel Freeh of Alto, a jun­ ior majoring in packaging. • Heidi Jarchow of Alto, a senior majoring in English. • Douglas Alan Murphy of Alto, a junior majoring in general management. • Colleen Joan Nelson of in education. Alto, a freshman majoring in • Lisa M. Callahan of education. Caledonia, a freshman ma­ • Joseph Ronald White of joring in preveterinary medi­ Alto, a senior majoring in cine. history. • Joshua M. Corsaut of • Chris Dayton Williams Caledonia, a senior majoring of Alto, a senior majoring in in finance. building construction man­ • Joel L. Freeman of Cale­ agement. donia, a senior majoring in • Jessica Lynn Winsor of instrumental music educa­ Alto, a senior majoring in tion. education. • Brandon Christopher • Joseph Allen Becker of Furtwangler of Caledonia, a Caledonia, a freshman ma­ sophomore majoring in joring in social sciences, hu­ computer engineering. man resources. • Alison Elizabeth Gould • Michael Paul Bernard of of Caledonia, a senior ma­ Caledonia, a junior majoring joring in Spanish. in finance. • Jessica Jo Mumaw of • Tiffany L. Beuschel of Caledonia, a junior majoring Caledonia, a sophomore ma­ in advertising. joring in psychology. • Terese-An Thai Nguyen • Matthew John Born of of Caledonia, a freshman Caledonia, a freshman in the majoring in general business Lyman Briggs School with administration, pre-law. no declared major. • David Andrew Oberst of • Tonya R. Buehler of Caledonia, a sophomore ma­ Caledonia, a senior majoring joring in finance. • Ellen McLoughlin Quinnan of Caledonia, a sopho­ more majoring in child de­ velopment. • Tiffany Alix Rcnker of Caledonia, a sophomore ma­ joring in English. • Daniel P. Roosien of Caledonia, a junior majoring in computer science. • Andrew Charles Schupp of Caledonia, a junior ma­ joring in horticulture. • Katherine Charlotte Syswerda of Caledonia, a senior majoring in special education, learning diabili­ ties. • Megan Elizabeth Shaff of Freeport, a freshman ma- For more information about Salisbury and his co­ medic juggling-vcntrilo* quism act, call 989-2248488. For more information about happenings at the Caledonia Library, call b473840. Great rates that come with excellent personal service! Many Discounts Available The Lynn Denton 4695 Middleville Rd. Agency 1-800443-5253 m-37, Middieviiie, 111 N. 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The The UAW Terry Lint Me­ Civil W'ar was a big event in morial Scholarship has been awarded to Andrew Kalee of our country's development - Middleville. The $800 renewable deciding whether to split up the Union they struggled to scholarship is for eligible children of UAW members in good standing from par­ ticipating Kent County local ily started a little over five give us greater visibility to years ago (with no money, the community. create. Being one nation has cle published in the Sun and building, or people) began We also have a lifetime made us stronger and a more powerful nation worldwide. Today United States has the News July 9 by Ruth Zach­ meeting in the Caledonia Middle School after we sent lease on the Consumers En­ cutting edge and Becky Kalee of Mid­ technology. Before September 11th, power ignorant about a terrorist attack on U.S. soil. No one Metal Fabrication Plant in Requirements for appli­ cants are full time enroll­ and a 500 word essay on the topic “Why I am Proud to be and American.” While at Thomapple Kel­ logg High School, Kalee believed it could or would happen. It reminds me of the Andrew Kalee Why I Am Proud to be an ment at Grand Rapids Com­ munity College, a minimum grade point average of 2.5 American America was originally thirteen colonies set up by the British Government. The colonies thought they were being treated unfairly by King George the Third and so the thirteen colonies spent four years on the var­ sity tennis team and four decided to declare indepen­ dence. George Washington. years as assistant coach un­ der TK Coach Larry Seger Thomas for girls varsity tennis. Kalee is also a member of three important men who helped form our govern­ Methodist ment. Being American, I am Church in Middleville and proud of our forefathers and has been active in the Sun­ how they laid the foundation day school for 12 years and in the Youth Group for of this great nation. Soon the United seven years. Kalee's other interests in­ clude weight lifting, cars, movies, video games and mitted for the scholarship: Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and were after the Revolutionary War. we created the Constitution and the Bill of Rights creat­ ing America and the American ideals. hanging out with friends. Being American, I believe Here is the essay he sub­ with America was innocent and Grand Rapids. it is important to know your history of how your country innocence Americans had when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor. We were wrong to think an attack could never happen. We came back with a vengeance and we won on two fronts that of the Germans and Japanese. We did the same thing on September 11th. We came back with a vengeance strik­ ing hard with the U.S. best in uniform stopping terrorist in their tracks. After September 11th, I was especially proud to be an American because I saw cam. ary, “New sign approved for Brightside Church.” which an invitation to those in the needs some clarification. First of all, I want to begin community who were with­ out a church family. We in­ by saying that Ruth has done vited all to come and join us for our first service on a great job covering the pro­ gress of our church in the ergy property north of us. which makes the overall size of our campus at about 60 acres now. God has truly blessed our church and He has his hand on us. Yet we Easter Sunday. March 30. have also put a tremendous Sun and News, and this arti­ 1997. We outgrew that loca­ cle also was well written. tion after a year and a half amount of hard work into building Brightside Church, The statement in the sec­ ond paragraph “the that church which is somewhat unique in Caledonia for its and could not find a meeting place large enough in Cale­ donia, so we moved to the industrial outskirts into the Cross Creek Charter Academy, home where we presently meet while the congregation gath­ ers resources to build on tions on our new building location zone, a in an temporary Sundays until the renova­ We waited a long time to ow n our own building. This building in the industrial park is a permanent part of our church campus. We own it and have no intentions of ever selling it. It is a part of a multi-phase building pro­ ject. property it owns to the west of the PUD” was incorrect are chased land in Caledonia on We are very excited to be and has caused confusion. 84th Street about three years The building that we pur­ chased located in the Valley ago — to eventually build on. The land consists of 30 moving back into the heart of Caledonia to serve their Point West Industrial park on the West side of M-37 acres and is located west of community and all of West Michigan. We then purchased Rev. Michael S. Stowell, between 76th and 84th streets is a permanent part of the building in the industrial Brightside Community park which sits on three Church our overall campus. The church which my fam­ acres and connects to our 30 completed. M-37. We pur­ acres. We felt this would and heard the selfless acts of heroism from the fire and police departments. Men and women were sacrificing their lives to help others in distress. I was also proud to see the entire country rush to give money and blood for Unborn are sacred to Geiger To the editor: There is just one conserv­ ative choice for the Michigan State Senate in the 24th District, which includes See scholarships, page 9 WAYLAND holh Brightside Church seeks clarification I am writing about the arti­ most wealth and military works for General Motors Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues To the editor, unions. He is the son of Bruce dleville. Bruce is a member of Local Union 730 and FROM OUR READERS IT'S BUCK! Barry, Eaton and Allegan counties. That choice is duced by him. That’s leader­ ship! I urge you to talk to your family, neighbors and Terry represents people in friends about Terry Geiger, his district and reflects the and then cast your vote for Terry Tuesday. Aug. 6. I values of the 24th Senate District. Check into candi­ dates’ records. When you do. know I will. Sincerely. Indya K. Morton Terry Geiger. I’m Terry understands that the lives of our unborn are there is just one conservative Director, choice in the 24th District, Alpha Women’s Center - sacred. He also recognizes and that Geiger. the fact that abortion is detri­ sure you’ll choice find that is Hastings Terry mental to women and fami­ lies. During the last two years of Terry’s six years as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, he served as the chairman of TK Band Camp set for Aug. 5-9 the Appropriations Commit­ SEVERAL ►CONTESTS THIS " YEAR! j football schedule. tee. Since he was the first The Thornapple Kellogg FRIDAY pro-life chairman in many High School Trojan March­ BIKE DECORATING CONTEST - Ages 5-12. In front of stage. Register at 9:30 am at information booth. GRAND PRIZE: New Bike Helmet BIG WHEEL DRAG RACE - Ages 3-4. At the park, 10:30 am GRAND PRIZE: New Big Wheel. JUNIOR BUCKAROO RACE - On Hobby Horses. Ages 2-4. In front of stage. GRAND PRIZE: Prize Bucket. COWBELL QUEEN CONTEST - Women 55 and over. On stage at 4:00 pm. GRAND PRIZE: Pnncess Cruise and dinner at Bay Pointe. BEST ENTRY IN THE PARADE - Parade at 6:00 pm. COWBELL AWARD. years, he worked to advance pro-life issues; such as ing Band will kick off its 2002 marching season with The band will rehearse during the day with the band boosters providing lunch for funding Trojan Band Camp 2002, a nominal charge. Informa­ preference to organizations which will be held at TKHS that do not provide abor­ Monday, Aug. 5, through tion about this year’s camp was sent to band members in tions. What sets Terry Geiger Friday, Aug. 9. For the past four years, June. Any student who intends apart from others is his lead­ the Trojan Marching Band to be in the Trojan Marching ership. Terry sponsored leg­ islation almost four years members have been holding Band this fall and did not re­ their camp at Albion Col­ SATURDAY BABY BEAUTY CONTEST - Babies up to 18 months. 9:30 am, on stage. WINNER: Prize Package KARAOKE - Ages 16 and over. 10:30 am, on stage. WINNER: Trophies GOLFER'S CHIPPING CONTEST - Chipping into the net. 1:00 pm. behind Penasee Globe WINNER: Golf Goodies. BED RACE THROUGH TOWN - $100 Prize for winner and best decorated bed. 4:30 pm race begins. CELEBRITY LOOK ALIKE CONTEST - at 5:30 pm, on stage. WINNER: Trophy DANCE CONTEST - 3 categories - Swin^Big Band, Country and Retro, at 6 00 pm. WINNER: Trophies UP SYNC CONTEST - Ages 18 and under. 6 30 pm, on stage WINNER: Trophies. For more details and a complete list of other events, look in our Summerfest Brochures, available at any of the following sponsors: City of Wayland, United Bank, Jolly’s, Hardings, Dean Foods, VFW, Wayland Ford, Wayland Chevrolet, ABC West working to give lege. However, this year, Al­ ceive this mailing should call the band office at 795- and bion was unable to accom­ 3394, or visit the TK band's force mandatory reporting, modate the TKHS band be­ website which previously was not cause its camp is being held www.tk.kl2.mi.us/hs/rrick- necessary. This bill wasn’t one week later than usual, due to this year's MHSAA ert/musiedept home.htm before final passage to regu­ late abortion clinics given to him, but was intro­ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AM real estMe advertising <a tins news­ paper is sublet Io the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Ovit K.ghts Act which collecliveij make it illegal » advertise *a«j preference. limttabon or at House For Sale Michigan Auto Auction, Great Lakes Energy, Gun Lake Triba! Office. Dave's Dozing, Wayland Chrysler Plymouth, Ron's Towing, Wayland Cleaners, Superior Frames, Homestyte Buffet, Hastings City Bank, Sevigny Automotive. LaValley Insurance Agency. Peeteboom s, Buehler Realty, Byron Center State Bank. 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Ml/July 23. 2002/Page 9 Caledonia chapter of BN I holds visitors day breakfast The Caledonia Chapter of Business Networking International (front row. from left) Rebecca Lectka. Niki Honhart, Jody VanKoevering. Jayne Sherwood and Judy Groendyke. Behind Groendyke is Randy Van Den Berg. (Back row) Rich Russo. Dan McCloud, Paul Karolionok. Ed Pawloski Jr. (filling in for Ed Sr.) Mike Pino. Doug Austin and Jim Groendyke by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer A group of professionals in the Caledonia area are getting down to serious business. The business of networking that is. A number of business professionals in the area (and several from surround­ ing areas) have joined forces to form a chapter of Busi­ ness Network International. BNI is an internationally recognized network building organization that is unique in the way they accept mem­ bers. Each chapter accepts only one of each profession into their group to prohibit com­ petitors from participating in that particular chapter. There is a twist though. For instance, two home mort­ gage lenders can not be members, but one home mortgage lender and one commercial mortgage lender can have membership within the group at the same time. The Caledonia chapter of BNI currently has more than 10 members as their core group, plus their director. The group is looking for new members from many areas of the business com­ munity to join them in their networking endeavors. With that search in mind, they are inviting the busi­ ness community to a visi­ tor’s breakfast Wednesday, July 31, from 7 to 9 a.m. at Annalaine’s located at 6661 Alden Nash in Alto. The cost for attending the break­ fast meeting is $5. including a continental breakfast. Business professionals who attend are invited to bring plenty of business cards to pass around, “as you will meet lots of local business professionals.” An application with refer­ ences will be filled out a business interested in join­ ing the group, but member­ ship is not guaranteed. Though only one business in each profession can be ad­ mitted, Judy Groendyke, contact person for the group is quick to point out that any Scholarships, continued from page 8 the victims of the World Trade Center. With the sud­ den boost in patriotism for America, everybody put flags in their car windows and proudly flew their American flags high. America was founded on the principle for equal rights for every one and the chance for anyone to better his or her self. America’s strong and productive middle class Call 945-9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. has shaped this industrial world setting the bar high for everyone else. The working middle class banded togeth­ er forming unions. This ben­ efited the worker in such ways as freedom of opinion, established equitable wage scales, and led the way in health and safety reforms. I am proud to be an American because of the diversity that this country has. People of all different races and ethnic background coming together like a melt­ ing pot forming one nation living and working together striving to make a better tomorrow. /Studio or / < on location/ business interested should come to the breakfast meet­ ing“We will put them on a referral list or show them how to start another chapter, possibly in Middleville, Lowell or even Caledonia #2,” she said. According to information from the Caledonia Chapter, BNI is a business and pro­ fessional networking organi­ zation with the primary pur­ pose of exchanging qualified business referrals. The or­ ganization presently has more than 2,200 chapters in 13 countries around the world, including the United States, Puerto Rico. Austra­ lia, Singapore and most re­ cently Barbados. Last year, members of BNI passed more than 1.7 million referrals to each other, which reportedly gen­ erated almost $605 million (U.S.) worth of business for members. This is not a social group meeting for breakfast and a chat. The Caledonia chapter is currently learning about each other’s businesses. The first official meeting will be at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Holy Family Catholic Church. You are only al­ lowed to miss three meet­ ings (a stand-in is allowed when necessary). The current core members include Jody Van Koever­ ing. BNI Director; Jayne Sherwood, Sunrider Chinese Herbs; Randy Van Den Berg, Van Den Berg’s Land­ scape Maintenance Inc.; Jim and Judy Groendyke. Rain­ bow’s End; Yam Craft Vari­ ety and Sunrider Skin Care, Douglas Austin. Computers Unlimited; Ed Pawloski, Ed’s Body Shop & Quality Auto Glass; Michael Pino, Centennial Securities Co.; This is just part of the Caledonia Chapter of Business Networking International. This group is serious about business networking. They will have a visitor’s break­ fast Wednesday, July 31. at Annalaine’s. Niki Honhart. Mercantile Mortgage (at risk mortgage); Judy Harrison, JBH Insur­ ance Agency; Sharon Haney, Annalaine’s & Ca­ tering Plus; Richard Russo. State Bank of Caledonia (commercial mortgage); Dan Silverthorne, Famous Flooring; Rebecca Lectka, State Bank of Caledonia (residential mortgage) and Paul Karolionok - Green­ ridge Realty. Russo said, “We’re a group of local business peo­ ple developing a referral or business development net­ work.” For those interested in further information about the group or the visitors breakfast, call Groendyke at Rainbow’s End at 891-1106 or visit their websites at www.bni-mi.com or www.bni.com. 10-30% Off men's & childrer’s suririer CLOTH IRG, IRCLUDIRG SWIR1SUITS! ladies, 20% OFF all new CHRISTR1RS DECORRTIORS N 795-9947 ■ HOUBS Sale Ends July 28th! , (0 agOM, \ LAYAWAY Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes and re-financing is at a high point. 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SE • Dutton. 303 Arlington Street • Middleville, MI MI Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.891.8113 616.381.7960 616 698.6337 616.795.3361 �Page 10/The Sun and News Mtddleville, Ml/July 23, 2002 Historic farms featured at Barry County Fair a ItOUARD The Buehler farm is also known as the Irving Heights farm. It celebrated 150 years in agneuture last year. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Several area farms were featured in the survey of centennial and sesquiccntennial farms featured at the 150th Barry County Fair last week. Wayne Pennock was just one of the members of a farming family who stopped by to see the historic farm display. The historic displays were popular with many visitors to the fair. East Town Homes Middleville’s Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? Lease options available / r\ \ ri \ \ // taxes may be tax • Mortgage fete c eductjble Own a ho e ce living - no tside living 2 or J b ooms, 1 or aths down* to qualified buyers Ijocate*1*' 142 V**08^* REALTY GROUP, L.L.C. Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-583-5000 ext 207 1850. The Andrus Farm in Displays of farms throughout the county fo­ Freeport was purchased in cused on the many genera­ 1883. • The Wing Centennial tions of families who have lived on the same land for Farm has been in agriculture for five generations. more than 100 years. • The Pennock Centennial Pictures of families, old farm equipment and even Farm was established in 1890. Wayne Pennock copies of deeds were in­ stopped by on the first day cluded in the display. Many of the names were familiar: of the fair to see the display. • In the Middleville area Wing. Mapes, Otto, McQueen, Pennock, Maple the McQueen Otto farm was Grove and Hartleigh Farms started in 1846. • In Maple Grove, the in Nashville. Cheeseman Farm started in Farms pictured included: 1850 and the McKelvey • The Stanton Centennial Farms in 1880. Farm first established in These Centennial Farms, 1857 in Assyria Township. • The Neighann-Geiger recognized by the State His­ farm from 1883 now farmed torical Commission and Consumers Energy can be by Doug McKenzie. • The Vanderbok farm on found throughout the Gun Lake Road was started county. • The Bronaheld Farms in in 1868. The Pioneer Farms Prairieville predate the fair started in 1836 has been farmed generations of the by nine years having been established in 1843. Edmonds family. • The Spire Potter Car­ • The Townsend Farm in Orangeville township in penter Farm stated in 1868 and the Ferris Centennial Delton is now owned by Clarilla Townsend, who is Farm, just purchased by the great grand-daughter of Pennock Hospital, was started in 1872. David and Sarah Townsend. • The Woodman Farm started in 1849 received a letter from Ronald Reagan congratulating the owners on their accomplishments. • The Fuller Homestead Farm in Coats Grove has been in operation since • The Kenyon Farm on Green Ijakc Road is one of the oldest farms in the county having been started in 1833. Several local farm­ ers arc pictured showing the community spirit in the Middleville area as they as­ sisted the Kenyons with har­ vest one year. • The Irving Heights farms started by the Buehler family was established in 1851 with agriculture still active today. • The Centennial Acres Farms of the Blaisdell, Rob inson and Meade families in Nashville has been farmed for seven generations. From Freeport to Wood­ land and from Hastings to Maple Grove, centennial farms dot the Barry County landscape. Some farms in the area have changed own­ ers and so arc not yet quali­ fied to meet the 100 years in the same family require­ ments. For information on regis­ tering a centennial farm, call Leila Haublitz at 517-8520721. ■HKrR* ♦ ♦ ♦ RF ♦ ♦♦ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 Dean’s list, continued from page 1 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) 4 ♦ Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! joring in accounting. • Lance Michael Brinks of Middleville, a senior major­ ing in physiology. • Sarah Ann Elliston of Middleville, a sophomore majoring in political sci­ ence, pre-law. • Ann-Marie Christine Hart of Middleville, a senior majoring in social sciences, environmental policy. • Randall Paul Havens of Middleville, a senior major­ ing in fisheries and wildlife. • Brian Scott McKeown of Middleville, a junior ma­ joring in biochemistry, Ly­ man Briggs School. • Elizabeth Ann Stecnsma of Middleville, a senior ma­ joring in physiology, Lyman Briggs School. • Samantha Jo Vandersloot of Middleville, a freshman majoring in ac­ counting. • Casey Jo Warner of Middleville, a freshman with no major declared as yet. �The Sun and News. M.ddlevtlle. Ml/Ju»y 23. 2002/Page 11 I I I I I SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I I JUST LISTED! 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Though the car was not able to be saved, the fire was kept from spreading to a nearby home. Anglican Church plans VBS Saints Andrew & Matthias Independent Anglican Church. 2415 McCann Road, will have its annual vacation Bible school July 29-Aug. 2. The Theme this year will be "The Miracles of Jesus". Included will be the Canaan wedding feast, His walking on water, the feeding of the 5.000, His healing of the sick, and the bringing of Jarius' daughter back to life among others. There will be snacks and drinks for the kids and a plastic field hockey game each day. Crafts of various kinds, painting and coloring also will be a part of the daily routine. The fun begins at 2 p.m. each day and will end at f—;—- -Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” . undreds of thousands families are saving money with AutoOwners Insuiance for their home and mobile home protection Stop 4:30 p.m. The program is geared to children of kinder­ garten through sixth grade age. For more information call 948-9327 and talk with the Pastor Rev. David T. Hustwick. Introducing Your New Healthcare Partner A New Name, New Mission, New Pledge of Service To You Pennock, the name you’ve known and trusted for the area’s best health care is on a new mission to serve you even better. We’ve changed our name to Pennock Health Services and put together new standards of service you’ll appreciate on your very next visit. m and ask Each and every Pennock employee and volunteer has taken a pledge to be your partner in personal, professional and progressive care. us about quality pro tecuon. with flexi­ ble payment plans and "No Problem” claim ^4uto-()u Tiers Insurance ISM ILMI HLSI Dracr few M 5r*» BOB NKCXH 1 497 Arlington St. (M-37) P.O. 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Staff Writer The society raises funds The West Michigan Blues Society last Wednesday that sponsors ‘Blues in the night was granted a one day Schools," and supports liquor license for a festival scholarships for kids at mu­ Saturday. Aug. 3. off Alaska sic camps. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ Avenue, a fund-raising event for the non-profit or­ son said, "Caledonia needs more events like this. We ganization. Represented by John would like for this to happen Crissman, the "Woodstock again." If the activity goes well, Caledonia" event will take place for the first time in a there could be a second an­ 13-acre field. Organizers are nual festival. Public access at LaBarge asking people to car pool, but there is an adjoining Dam also was discussed at the July 17 meeting. The eight-acre field to park in. Crissman told the Caledo­ board authorized Harrison to nia Township Board that an conduct negotiations with emergency medical tent and the owner on behalf of the emergency vehicle prepara­ township. Harrison said people us­ tions have been planned. Kent County Sheriffs De­ ing the river often park partment reserves will be along the road near the dam, present. The group has in­ and for safety reasons, a public parking lol would be surance for the event. valuable. Harrison had adNeighbors have been given Thornapple Trail meets Thursday The Thornapplc Trail As­ sociation will holds its monthly meeting on Thurs­ day, July 25 at the Rutland Township Hall beginning at 7 p.m. “We welcome new mem­ bers to attend our meetings. The more people who are in­ volved, the more we can ac­ complish,” Association president Michael Gormley says. "We continue to get in­ quiries about the trail. Maps of the trail are available on line at www.thornappletrail.com. We may plan some work sessions on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail this fall," Gormley says. The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Rutland Town­ ship Hall. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. The association is work­ ing to raise funds to pave more of the trail. Informa­ tion about the Thornapple Trail Association is avail­ able by writing to the asso­ ciation at P.O. Box 393, Middleville 49333. Check out the web site for maps and a history of the trail. NOTICE Caledonia Township will hold a public accuracy test on Wednesday. July 31. 2002. at 9:00 a m at the Caledonia Township Village Hall. 250 Maple St Purpose of the test is to check the ballots for the August 6. 2002, pnmary election Dated July 10. 2002 Patricia Snyder, Clerk joe vanced a question about selling a portion of the prop­ erty for parking, and then the owner had offered a long term lease for about $6,000 per year. Harrison was of the opin­ ion this was a good offer. Money could be dedicated into a fund for the lease, maintenance, insurance and liability, etc. He suggested the county might support the construction of a gazebo as well. Trustee Wally Bujak said he supported the project and added he thought the sale of the dam had stipulated that Commonwealth provide public access and wanted le­ gal counsel to research the title for that possible infor­ mation. Harrison said he had not found anything to document that detail. He said the town­ ship has an interest because many residents upstream were still interested in main­ taining the dam water levels because of the water levels and resulting recreational value. Bujak asked if the Parks and Recreation budget could help fund such a project. Harrison thought much of that fund is for the Fitzsim­ mons Park project shared with the county. He said block grant money might be available for the LaBarge dam project. Trustee Bill Bravata said he was in support of an ac­ cess at the dam. He said Cascade had a nice park pro­ ject down the river, and said Caledonia residents had in­ dicated in the master plan­ ning process that the river was an important asset for the community. A resident on Alaska Avenue asked who and how the dam levels are regulated. She complained that the dam operates sporadically, with very noticible changes in water levels. Harrison said there are supposed to be limits to how quickly the dam can raise or lower levels. He suggested she report the problems to State Senator Ken Sikkema's office. This is of concern to the DEQ he said, because of the impact on fish and wild­ life. ELECTION NOTICE To the qualified electors of the township of Irving notice is hereby given that a Primary Election will be held in Irving Township on August 6,2002, from 7:00 a m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of nominating candidates for the following offices: Clerk and one Trustee. The polling places are in Freeport at the Community Building at 209 State St. for Precinct 1 and at the township hall on the comer of Wood School and Wing Roads for Precinct 2. Electors who wish to receive an absentee voter ballot for the Pnmary Election by mail may submit an AV application by 2:00 p.m. August 2. 2002. Electors qualified to obtain an Absentee Veter ballot for the Primary Election may vote in person in the Township office up to 4:00 p m August 5. 2002. Contact the clerk at 3241 Wood School Rd.. M<kHeville, Ml 49333 Phone #948-8893 Carol Er gang Irving Township Clerk 300 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA JULY 17, 2002 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:00 PM. Present: Harrison. Snyder Cardwell. Bravata Bujak. and Robertson. Also Present Planner Mana ger Zylstra. UA Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and Invocation. CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Hamson. sec­ ond Cardwell to add a resolution to name code enforcement offi­ cial to number 101 Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Hamson. second Cardwell to add item 10K - discussion of public sires Ayes: AII MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10KHistorical Commission report. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to add items 9C - med­ ical reimbursement and item 10L - budget discussion. Ayes: all. MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Jim VanDeen. co-owner of Shagbark condominiums discussed the storm water issues at Shagbark condominiums. Spokesman from MG America discussed a program offered in regards io natural gas Julie, niece of Candidate Ken Parrish, dis­ cussed his candidacy for rep CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda minus the June 19, 2002 min­ utes. Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Moved Robertson, sec­ ond Harrison to stnke everything after "discussion was held" under Clearview Property Amendment in the June 19. 2002 minutes. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to approve the June 19 minutes as amended. Ayes. All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Moved Robertson, second Harrison to excuse Robertson from item 9A Ayes: Harrison, Snyder, Bravata, Bujak, and Robertson. Nays: Cardwell MOTION CARRIED. UTILITIES REPORT: Utilities Administrator Pierson discussed items in report. FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT: Fire Chief Bennett discussed runs for the current year compared to previous years. ORDINANCE 2ND READING - CHERRY VALLEY WOODS & CHERRY VALLEY MEADOWS PUD: Doug Stalsonburg, from Excel Engineering discussed the John Lepard PUD. Bujak dis­ cussed charges to PUD'S Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia conditioned upon the mutual agreement of 2 parties to pro­ vide parkland. Roll call vote. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. FINAL PLAT APPROVAL JASONVILLE FARMS SUBDI­ VISION NO. 6: Moved Hamson second Bujak to give approval for the final plat Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MEDICAL REIMBURSE­ MENT: Robertson discussed the medical reimbursement plan. Moved Robertson, second Harrison to add $1500.00 to the employee s salary who opt out of health insurance for tr.e year upon Clerk s Snyder discretion as to how to award the money Ayes All MOTION CARRIED WEST MICHIGAN BLUES SOCIETY FOR A ONE-DAY LIQUOR LICENSE: John Cnssman discussed the West Michigan Blues Society Festival Moved Bravata second Hamson to approve a one-cay bquor license on August 3 2002 tor tne West Michigan Blues Society Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. GARDEN GROVE DEVEL­ OPMENT CONSENT JUDG­ MENT AMENDMENT: Tom Garbow discussed changes requested from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. Moved Cardwell, sec­ ond Bravata to approve the five amendments of the consent judgment Discussion was held Ayes Cardwell Nays Harrison Snyder. Bravata Bujak. and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held The follow­ ing amendments should be sent to the attorney tor review and changes to the agreement Moved Hamson, second Bravata to direct council to draft an amendment to consent judg­ ment to amend paragraph 28 to allow for commencement of con­ struction within the 18 months from June 18. 2002 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Moved Harrison, second Bravata to direct council to draft an amend­ ment to consent judgment to amend paragraph 28 to allow immediate commercial construc­ tion upon parcel B instead of A Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to direct council to draft an amendment to consent judg­ ment to amend paragraph 28 that once one residential is start­ ed a commercial can be started Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Robertson, second Bravata to direct council to draft an amendment to consent judg­ ment to allow a restaurant or an 8500 square foot professional building. If an office building is constructed only one liquor license will be allowed in the development Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Bravata. second Robertson to send the amended site plan review back to the Planning Commission for their review Ayes: Harrison, Snyder. Bravata. Bujak. and Robertson Nays: Cardwell MOTION CAR­ RIED. LABARGE DAM - DISCUS­ SION: 6801 Alaska Ave. ques­ tioned who regulates the dam Discussion was held regarding community access and/or a park, and Supervisor Harrison's discussions with the owner's of the dam. KENT COUNTY ROAD COM­ MISSION GRAVEL SNOW AVENUE: Discussion was held Tabled. ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVIEW: Discussion was held regarding citizens committees and the current needs of the Township. 2002 SUMMER LEGISLA­ TIVE FORUM: Board members held Discussion regarding the forum in regards to attendance STREET LIGHT REQUEST JASONVILLE FARMS: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to make changes in the street lighting in Jasonville Farms. Roll call vote. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. RECOMMENDATION FROM FIRE FIGHTER SEARCH COM­ MITTEE: Bill Thornton dis­ cussed the progress of the search committee and an agility test for all new fire fighters before the applicants are hired RESOLUTION TO NAME A CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFI­ CIAL: Moved Hamson second Snyder to adopt a resolution to name a code enforcement offi­ cial Rom call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC WARNING SIRENS - DISCUSSION. Discussion was held regarding a proposal that pubic warning sirens be placed in locations throughout the Township. The Township is being asked to pay $25,000 tor the Township portion of the sirens Tabled HISTORICAL COMMISSION REPORT: Kns Apol of the Histone Commission discussed the need for the Barber School porch to be repaired Moved Harnson. second Cardwell to have the manager m conjunction with the Histone Commission to publish for bids to repair the Barber School Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Discussion was held regarding a historical district ordinance Moved Bravata. second Harnson to have the manager investigate and bring a report to the Township Board Ayes All MOTION CARRIED BUDGET DISCUSSION: Robertson discussed a few issues that needed attention Moved Cardwell. second Harnson Io amend the general fund current tax to $221.363 94. and emergency services to be amended io $598 091 54 Ayes Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, and Bravata Nays Robertson and Bujak MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Discussion was held regarding a work session tn August The Library is planning on attending the August 7. 2002 meeting Robertson discussed the appearance of the Township facility being poor Harrison thanked Board Members for supporting lhe Trail ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Harnson to adjourn Ayes All. MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (301) Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes NURSING SUPERVISOR Pennock Health Services is seeking an Evening Shill Nursing Supervisor. This position reports to Director of Nursing. A BSN or minimum 3-5 years nursing experience (2 years supervisory) is preferred. Responsibilities include hospital operations and staffing in evenings; shift accounta­ bility. Nursing Committees and personnel in Nursing on evenings (evaluations). Hours for this position arc 56 to 72 hours per pay period. 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Finally when construction began on the residential apartments, he wanted permission to begin the remaining commercial structures concurrently. The order of commercial uses would be determined by po­ tential buyers. 4. Either a restaurant or a professional building would be allowed, with a change from 8,450 to 8,500 square feet. There were trustee con­ cerns that the residential units would be completed before the commercial units were all put in. It was de­ cided the changes would be put into written language by the township attorney before final approval by the board is given. The last request, to mod­ ify the site plan, which was indicated by the changes to the wetland boundaries, the driveway and several other parcels (A, E , F, G and I) or building changes, meant the developer needed to return to the Planning Commission for approval of those site plans. This had been agreed to in the consent agreement. The DEQ had asked the developer to eliminate the access drive onto M-37, in order to avoid filling the wetlands. The elimination of by Ruth Zachary Writer The Garden Grove planned unit development proposed for the southeast corner of 100th Street and M-37, which was estab­ lished by a consent judg­ ment, was granted four of five changes requested be­ fore construction begins. Tom Garbow, speaking for his father, Paul, said the agreement required approval from various regulatory agencies, which his meant work on the project has been held up. The mixed use proposal would include three residen­ tial uses and five commer­ cial uses, two of which would not start until the resi­ dential parts were done. Six hundred parking spaces are planned The Department of Envi­ ronmental Quality had asked for changes in the plans. A wetlands area was to be al­ tered, and the DEQ had re­ quested mitigation that dou­ bled the size of the original area. Considering each of five requests by Garbow sepa­ rately, the first four were ap­ proved: 1. A requirement of an 18-month commencement would begin with the June 18 DEQ approval. 2. Commercial parcel B would be allowed to be con­ structed at the beginning rather than parcel A. If this was to be a professional of­ fice building, only one liq­ uor license was to be in the agreement. LAND FOR SALE Two, 2.5 acre parcels are available off the East side of Kraft Ave. (in front of Emmons Lake Elementary and adjacent to new high school). Private road access, excellent build­ ing site, survey and perk complete. City water/sewer available. Owners wants sold. $45,900 each. Call WENDY ZANDSTRA, 291-4158 or 891-2222. the drive also was supported resident traffic would still be by the Michigan Department dangerous, but the commer­ of Transportation, which cial traffic could be post­ does not encourage place­ poned. A planned theater ment of drives near busy could potentially cause seri­ ous traffic problems, yet comers. Township officials ob­ could also be postponed. Garbow stressed they jected to the elimination of could not wait four more the M-37 drive, however, years until after a light was because this would require installed to begin, however. all the traffic generated by Garden Grove residents and He said the MDOT and the commercial customers to DEQ would not allow an Muse 100th Street, an already 37 curb cut. and many of the dangerous intersection situa­ other changes resulted from tion which would magnified their requirements. Treasurer Jill Cardwell without a signal light at the intersection of 100th and M- suggested that once the in­ creased traffic counts from 37. Though left turns onto the development indicated, 100th Street were a big there might be more incen­ tive for MDOT to install a worry, there would still be no way to make safe turns from the northern direction if the M-37 driveway had been allowed. Another problem men­ tioned was the two-lane exit and egress lane from the de­ velopment because the two cars turning right and left by Patricia Johns block each other's vision. Staff Writer It was mentioned that The members of the Thor­ other developers had paid napple Township planning for widening of shoulders commission set the public and turn lanes in other areas hearing on new cluster ordi­ along M-37 to alleviate traf­ nances required by the ac­ fic pressures their develop­ tion of the state legislature ments had helped create. for August 19 at 7 p.m. in Garbow said there would be the township hall. widening and decelieration “We can keep our own or­ lanes along both M-37 and dinances in effect as well as 100th Street. Garbow agreed meeting the requirements of it would be a lot safer when state legislation,” planning a light is put in. commission chair Mark SeHarrison was reluctant to vald told the rest of the com­ agree to the amendment be­ mission. cause of the traffic implica­ In other business the com­ tions. There would be no missioners heard that FENway to force the delay of the SCO has not yet responded project until a traffic light to the Forbearance agree­ was installed, except to re­ ment developed by a com­ fuse the request for changes mittee from the planning asked for, which some offi­ commission. Township cials were inclined to con­ planner Geoff Moffat was sider. not able to attend the meet­ If Garbow went ahead ing. FENSCO hopes to re­ without the amendment, the 945-9554 ir 1-800-870-7085 UkMnalij'7liysiweek For Sun & News 8980 N. Rodgers Ct., Caledonia. MI 49316 nCTION-Ms! Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Bam Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 off 76th Street will include 33 single family homes. Trustee Richard Robert­ son was excused on the ba­ sis that his business associa­ tion with Jerry' Baker on an­ other project, who was in­ volved in this development, could be seen as a conflict of interest. Jasonville Farms phase 6. the final stage of the plat, was given approval by the board. There was no devia­ tion from the plan. Town­ ship Manager-Planner Dave ZyIstra affirmed. Another street light at Ja­ sonville was approved with an amendment to the Con­ sumers Energy lighting dis­ trict. Thornapple Township planners set public hearing for August Call for Classifieds SmSBamond xv~^v Main Office 891-2222 signal at the intersection. The light cannot be assured, but other actions might also encourage its installation. Harrison said resident letters to state officials might gar­ ner political support, which might help get the light at the comer. Trustee Bill Bravata said he thought as the project progressed, many of these problems would gradually be worked out. In other business last week, the single family por­ tion of the Lepard family de­ velopment off 76 Street and Cherry Valley to be known as Cherry Valley Meadows was approved by the board. The development, located open the Wolverine Asphalt plant. The commission also ta­ bled indefinitely the Peace Reformed Church site plan until church officials can at­ tend a meeting. Pat Harrison was named to the site plan committee. The next Thornapple Township Planning commis­ sion meeting is on August 19 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. For Sale Portable Classrooms (3) - Caledonia Community Schools will be taking bids on portable classrooms (two 23’6" x 56’ and one 20’ x 40’, no restrooms, electric heat and air conditioning, in good condition. Contact Gary Delger, Director of Operations, 616-8910225 for information. Bids are due by noon on August 30, 2002 Please send bids to Gary Delger, Director of Operations, Caledonia Community Schools, 8944 Kraft Avenue, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Mark “Portable Classroom Bid” on the face of the envelope. wwjy y 1 2829 Thornapple River Drive SE Grand Rapids. Michigan 49546 • 616-949-1360 Cooperating Township: Ada, Bowne, Caledonia, Cascade, Lowell, Vergennes 2001-2002 20th Year Financial Report Receipts: June 1982 - May 2002..................................................... $277,702.13 Disbursements: Utilities (720 families assisted)........................................... $117,014.31 Rent (435 families assisted)................................................... 104,910.06 Medical Expenses (112 families assisted)............................ 13,530.58 vouchers - Boot & Shoe (92 families assisted)......................5,921 96 Car Payments (16 families assisted)....................................... 2,784 62 Habitat for Humanity.............................................................. 2,000.00 Property Taxes (5 families assisted)..................................... 1,803.17 Car insurance (9 families assisted)........................................... 1,177.65 Food (2 food banks assisted).....................................................800.00 College Tuition (1 family assisted)........................................... 337.39 Gasoline - Auto (10 families assisted)..................................... 243.75 Transportation - GRATA tickets (1 family assisted)..................... 25.00 Misc. Expenses......................................................................... 7.796.26 Total Disbursements.......................................................... $265,757.98 Bal. On hand 6-1-02............................................................ $11,944.15 In addition, during this period we gave: Food to 4,608 families Clothes to 1,633 families Rev. Raymond Gaylord, Chairperson Jane Wood, Treasurer �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/July 23, 2002 Planning, continued from page 1 also planned along M-37. Some of the PUD requests have been to allow mixed uses. Leap-frog develop­ ment where scattered busi­ ness, industry and residen­ tial patches result where there is no planning could be another mix. A transition of uses along M-37 was included in the planning, but a problem mentioned was that a transi­ tion between different uses from east to west was not considered closely enough. People in single family housing to the east of M-37, many who built homes after the master plan was created, are concerned over what in­ dustrial use located next to them will really mean. De­ velopers have promised that multifamily housing will cause less problems to them, to garner support. Koopmans said these residents think they have only one choice. They could ask for still other options; to create a better transition within the proposed devel­ opment, with setbacks or buffers, less dense housing, and less intense commercial or industrial uses, as a tran­ sition to their neighbor hood. The negative perception of problems from industrial zoning may be false. It was pointed out light industrial areas already established in the area are quiet, don't bother neighbors and cause no problems for anyone. Koopmans cautioned against making major changes to the master plan. He said when officials begin to make changes to the plan on a piecemeal basis, the plan as a document of law is undermined. He said changes would be cited as reasons to make exceptions for others clamoring for the same advantages. "I think we have to stay with the vision the commu­ nity gave us at that time. If speculators buy property and they say they can't develop it because it cost them too much, that's not something we created." One problem is that the density allowed in Caledo­ nia is generally four units per acre. There are already higher density allocations in the township, however, such as in an area for manufac­ tured housing with six units per acre. Multi-family hous­ ing could also be located in that area, where there is still space. For a long time in the township, four units per acre Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Office 616-877-4435 was seen as the highest den­ sity wanted. Jasonville Farms was once planned to be Caledo­ nia's high density residential area. These units are condos, owned by the residents, un­ like apartments, Zylstra pointed out. Many developers claim they cannot make any money building four-unit structures, and must con­ struct buildings which hold 10 to 14 units. Commissioner Ric Parent said higher density apart­ ments are more acceptable in well buffered areas, rather than along M-37. There is an extra burden placed on the schools by dense rental based neighbor­ hoods. Another concern is the future of such housing, which tends to deteriorate and begins areas of commu­ nity blight which produce problem areas if they are not eventually abandoned. Whether Caledonia will redefine what it calls high density has not been de­ cided. Zylstra said he would not recommend deviating from the plan now, when only one and a half years into its im­ plementation. He said in five years, the commission could tell better if trends indicated a need for changes. Zylstra said if the com­ mission changed the density now for one person, that would change the plan for everyone else who follows. “If you decide its OK to have apartments in this de­ velopment, you're going to see them in the other corre­ sponding developments. The commission needs to take a position of some kind. If it YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE servicing Air f Brands far 29 —i Years r~ I Wafer Softeners,!™# & BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE does nothing, it will stay as is." Koopmans said the master planning process had in­ cluded many of the develop­ ers. and the same people now wanting to rezone areas for high density residential, had earlier lobbied for that same land to be zoned for industrial use. “We have the infrastructure to handle what is in (a proposed project) right now. If we take a lot of it for high density residential, they’re going to eat up a lot of the infrastructure that is already dedicated for these uses.” - Commissioner Dan Koopmans Chairman Warner said a portion of that proposed pro­ ject by Jim Steketee and Den Hartigh would probably be zoned for industrial. Residential portions next to it as proposed would have 5.1 to 10 units per acre. An argument recently put forward for the residential development was industrial use would mean leveling the terrain, while building resi­ dential units would allow saving the ravines and some of the trees. Koopmans said he doubted that either kind of development would result in saving more than 20 or 30 percent of the trees. Zylstra said care must be taken, because to get plans approved, people promise things and it doesn't mean that's how it will turn out. Public utilities were put in by the township with the ex­ pectation the areas planned for there would be used for commercial and industrial uses, but now a more intense use is being asked for. Koopmans said, "We have infrastructure to handle what is in there right now. If we take a lot of it for high density residential, they're going to eat up a lot of the infrastructure that is already dedicated for these uses." Whether this would re­ quire a larger share of utili­ ties than planned is not yet known. High density residential and other intense uses re­ quire installation of public utilities, once allowed. Sewer in the Campau-Kettle Lake area permits single family lots of 20.000 square feet. Sewer and water south of 100th Street are now to be extended when not previ­ ously planned for an area which was to remain agri­ cultural. Although agricultural use on a large scale is not planned in Caledonia for the future, a rural character was to be preserved by a zoning classification of rural preser­ vation. where small farm op­ erations could be located near homes with two acre residential minimums. Open space was to be permanently preserved by allowing clus­ tered housing on sections within larger parcels, pro­ viding the density could be handled within health de­ partment standards without public utilities. Lower density*single fam­ ily housing over much of the township along with a bal­ ance of commercial and in­ dustrial uses was the vision Caledonia residents put for­ ward in the planning proc­ ess, as opposed to a desire for a densely built residen­ tial community. Concession stand approved for Mountain Falls Putt Putt by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The concession stand at Mountain Falls Putt Putt miniature golf course can continue to operate, mem­ bers of the Yankee Springs Township Planning Com­ mission agreed. Last year the commission granted Bill Colthurst a spe­ cial use permit to bring the concession stand onto his property. Colthurst serves food and beverages from the stand to those who play on his golf course. This spring, to make the stand more visible, he moved to the front of the property from the originally approved site. This meant that he had to bring a second request to the Planning Commission at its July 18 meeting. “I just wanted it to be more seen,” Colthurst told the commission. There was discussion of the rules governing conces­ sion stands. Paul Bailey, owner of Bailey’s Anchor Inn and a fleet of concession stands, told the commission that in his opinion the state licenses concession stands and allows them to be put on any commercial property anywhere and that local mu­ nicipalities cannot require site plans. Colthurst added that the state allows concession stands on agriculturally zoned property as well. The Planning Commis­ sion will discuss this issue with the township attorney and planner before the Aug. 15 meeting. They hope to have the issue resolved by the end of the summer. Colthurst cannot add a sign to the property accord­ ing to Ken Worsham, zoning administrator for the town­ ship. until the new special use permit is granted. Signage along M-179 continues to be a problem in the township. The commis­ sion recently revised the sign ordinance which makes it clear that only one sign per property is allowed. “We don’t want a carnival atmosphere in the town­ ship,” commissioner Bruce Cook says. Mountain Falls Putt Putt recently was fined because they used flags to indicate that they were open and had Hudsonville Ice Cream for sale. The commission will re­ view the Colthurst request at the Aug. 15 meeting. A public hearing has been set for the Sept. 19 meeting for the revision of other zon­ ing ordinances. Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness TVH term to to denrribe tbe .wxM of Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. Iron, Sulfur & Manganese • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. — COUPON — It s the way insurance should be. Ask us about 6 MONTHS :I— INTEREST FREE: ------------------------- * STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St • Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 23. 2002/Page 15 Fresh food initiative conies to Middleville Because of a collaborative wholesome, fresh vegeta­ effort among the Food Bank bles, fruits and dairy prod­ of South Central Michigan. ucts to families that need it,” Barry Community Found­ said Cheryl Proctor, Food ation. UAW Local No. 1002. Bank Director of Opera­ Barry County United Way tions. Every other Tuesday, and Middleville United Methodist Church, needy beginning July 30, there will residents of Middleville will be an FFI distribution in be served through the Fresh Middleville at the UAW Food Initiative (FFI) this Local No. 1002 Union Hall located at 295 Washington summer. “It’s all about getting Street. Individuals in need Over Your Head Iw Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia MOBILE HOME Byron Center schools, 14x70 with expando, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen & bedrooms. Appliances included. MUST SELL! FOR RENT may come to the site and receive the food at no cost. “It all came together so well.” said John Anderson. UAW Local No. 1002 President. “Volunteers will pick the food up from the Food Bank in Battle Creek, Local No. 1002 members and the Barry County United Way will be helping to unload the truck and distrib­ ute the food and the Barry Community Foundation is helping to fund it.” “We’re glad to be part of this program,” said Bonnie Ballinger, executive director of the Barry Community Foundation. “An initial grant in 2000 helped to bring the FFI program into the county, serving the Delton area. Hastings was added last year, and now it has been expanded to include Middleville.” The Food Bank is a United Way agency. It is a member of America’s Second Harvest and the Food Bank Council of Michigan. Last year, the Food Bank distrib­ uted more than 159,000 pounds of food in Barry County through its network of 10 non-profit agencies and the FFI sites. Thornapple Kellogg school district, 3 plus bedrooms, 2 baths, located minutes from Hastings or Grand Rapids on 3 acres. Now availble. No pets. $850 a month plus deposit. Call 616-340-1259 Can 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads Russell E. Palmer HASTINGS - Russell E. at St. Joseph Church. Palmer, age 87. of Hastings. Capitola. Calif. They were Mich, passed away Sat­ married 55 years until urday. July 20. 2002 at Eileen's death in 1997. Russell worked in the Pennock Hospital. Hastings. Mr. Palmer was bom on Heating and Cooling Bus­ Nov. 10. 1914 in Irving iness for over 50 years. He Township, the son of Earn­ owned his own business for est Minor Palmer and Emma most of those years and also (Finkbeiner) Palmer. He was worked as a Parapro-fesraised in Middleville, where sional with Eaton Inter­ he attended Middleville mediate School District Schools, graduating in 1934. Building Trades. He was a member of the He moved to Detroit whee he learned Sheet Metal Disabled American Veter­ Trade. He was drafted into ans. a long time member of the United States Army in the Elks, a member of the Travel Trailer April 1941 where he Michigan attained the rank of Infantry Association, and a member Staff Sergeant. He received of St. Rose Catholic Church. a Purple Heart, Battle Star Russ was elected to 16 years for Southern France Camp­ on the Rutland Township aign. European African board where he serve din Middle Eastern Theatre various capacities. In his Ribbon, one Bronze Battle spare time Russell was an Star. Combat Infantry Bad­ avid vegetable and flower ge. American Defense Rib­ gardener. He also enjoyed bon, and Good Conduct hunting, fishing and and woodworking. Ribbon. Survived by his daughter. While stationed in Cali­ fornia, Russell married Eil­ Sue Ann (James) Maichele een Flowers on Dec. 5. 1942 of Hastings; two sons. Ro­ bert Palmer of Battle Creek. Rick (Sharon) Palmer of Woodland: five grandchil­ dren. Eric (Angela) Maich­ ele. Jennifer (Elindo) Cas­ tro. Todd Palmer. Jamie Palmer, and Corrina Palmer, two grandsons. Lucas Cas­ tro and Jonah Maichele; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife. Eileen (Flow­ ers) Palmer, three brothers. George. Richard and Ralph Palmer, and one sister. Ethel Van Sickle. A Mass of Christian Bur­ ial will be celebrated Tues­ day. July 23. 2002 at 11 a m. at St. Rose Catholic Church. Hastings. Fr. Alfred J. Rus­ sell Cclebratant. Interment Irving Cemetery. Irving Township. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. INTRODUCING... HASTINGS CITY BANK’S PRIME LINE 4.75%** ...USE THE EQUITY IN YOUR HOME TO BUY A NEW CAR, PAY BILLS, REMODEL YOUR HOME, PAY FOR COLLEGE TUITION... ANYTHING YOU CAN THINK OF! ♦ NO CLOSING FEES! ♦ NO MINIMUM RATE! 4- FAST, EASY AND CONVENIENT! 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Wenger had been in 4H for 11 years and Dykstra knows, “he would have been here to help.*' During the sale she read a brief speech about her friendship with Wenger. She chose the name “George” since Wenger had named his first Hereford steer “George." by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Janine Dykstra of the West Thornapple 4-H Club honored a friend and fellow 4-H member by donating the $16,500 her Hereford steer “George” raised during the large animal sale on Friday, July 19. Following the death of her friend Travis Wenger in January, Dykstra looked for a way to honor him. She de­ Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. The meat from the steer is being donated to the “Meal­ ing the Need" program, which allows area residents and business owners to bid on animals during the auc­ tion and contribute to others at the same time. The meat is then donated to hunger programs in the county. The community has con­ tributed to another scholar­ ship program in Travis Wenger s name through the Barry County Enrichment Foundation. Additional funds have also been raised to set up a flagpole and me­ morial area with picnic ta­ bles at the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School. Wenger graduated from high school in 2001. Travis' dad. Phil Wenger told the members of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education recently that the family has been heart­ ened by the outpouring of support. Anyone who would like to contribute to the 4-H Scholarship fund in Travis Wenger’s name can contact the 4-H Advisory Council through Barry County Ex­ tension at 945-1388. To con­ tribute to the memorial at the TK high school contact the Wenger family at 3502 Cherry Valley Road in Mid­ dleville. TRADITION HOMES 1 ' !' 1 __ ..K*. | It. MOAOOWI Land/Home Financing Packages Available 28x44 1066 sq. ft. 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths Everyday Pricing o„lu $26,900 Janine Dykstra tearfully read a speech in memory of her friend Travis before the sale began. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Members of the West Thornapple 4-H club surround “George" The sale of this Hereford steer raised by Janine Dykstra brought in $13,500 for a scholarship fund in honor of Travis Wenger who died in a traffic accident in January. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection at: J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON'S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING-SAND, GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY, HOPKINS. 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The Young Continentals arc high energy, high impact singers, dancers and techni­ cians ages 12 to 16, from all over the United States. Each member of the group is re­ quired to audition and send letters of reference and testi­ mony before being allowed to tour with the group. The Continental Ministries is a non-profit organization. Tour members are not paid, but rather sent out as short­ term missionaries and they arc responsible for raising their own support. Members must learn their voice parts and memorize all the music before arriving at their rehearsal camp. There they spend eight days learn­ ing the choreography, how to set up and tear down the stage, the lighting and sound equipment, before they hit the road, performing in 36 concerts. “This is a great opportu­ nity to learn how to work as a team and build friendships that last a lifetime,” a spokesperson said. This will be Hast’s second tour with the Young Conti­ nentals. Last year he toured the southeastern U. S. and spent a week in Trinidad. “That was an eye opening experience,” he said. “The people had so little, yet they were happy. It made me ap­ preciate all that I have. I couldn’t wait to sign up again this year,” he said “It was the best experience I ever had.” Hast has participated in choir at the elementary and middle school levels and then joined the adult choir at his church, Gaines United Brethren, so that he could continue to sing while pur­ suing more academic classes will be open to the commu­ nity at no charge and every­ one is welcome. An ice cream social will follow. The Continentals were formed in 1967 as a non­ profit. inter-denominational ministry, with more than 700 singers, instrumental­ ists. dancers, actors, techni­ cians and chaperones needed to complete the tours each year. The focus of the group has always been to present the message of Jesus Christ through a dynamic program in high school. His favorite subjects include science and Electrathon and he is con­ sidering careers in the medi­ cal field, either in forensics or pediatrics. He was a carrier of the Reminder/Sun & News in the Village of Caledonia for the past three years. He also en­ joys mountain biking and being a drummer for re-en­ actments of the Revolution­ ary' War with his family. The Young Continentals' concert in Caledonia July 31 of singing, dancing, and drama, as well as building each tour member person­ ally and spiritually, and to develop a missionary heart. Gaines United Brethren and Caledonia Christian Re­ formed churches are co­ hosting this concert for the benefit of the community The Christian Reformed Church is air conditioned and child care will be pro­ vided. For additional information, call 891-9286. Walter Hast t ~ WS™ wZ See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, posters, and all your printing needs. Printing Plus 1351 N. 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Directions (269)792-9726 Automotive FOR SALE: 1991 Geo Storm 2 door coupe, 5 speed. A/C, AM/FM CD. New clutch, runs good, drives good, MUST SELL! BEST OFFER' Please call (269)792-6829 af­ ter 6pm Business Services BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www.bleameaves.com HELDS, BRUSH HOG & post holes dug. Cail Rog, (616)795-7761. HARDWOOD FLOORING: fabrication, installation, sand & refinish Call (616)7952695 & ask for John_______ HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, it decks We do it all. Licensed & insured builder Tom Beard. (616)795-4264 Child Care KID FIRST! All ages wel­ come, multi child discount. Ask us about our preschool programs. Cail to schedule a tour of our newly expanded center. Fl A welcomed. 7959055 #DC080096733. HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. Farm SCALES PRAIRIE FARM: Horse boarding, training, and nding lessons, (616)79> 7571. For Rent SO DOWN HOMES: Gov't it Bank Foreclosures’ HUD, VA, FHA. Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. THORN-BARRY APARTMENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. For Sale LARGE 3 PIECE blue sec­ tional: in excellent condition, 2 seat sections recline and the middle section has a snack table that pulls down with a small table tray and 2 cup holders. New full size bed at the end of the couch. $800. (269)948-7921 WOODEN SWING SET: In eludes 3 swings, sand box and slide Great condition, $125; Older refrigerator, per­ fect for garage or pole bam, $70; Chest freezer, works great, $125. (616)891-1864 Golf scramble will raise money for abused kids Participants in the annual CASA for Kids Golf Scram­ GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 26th, 8am-? 504 Cider Mill ble not only get to have fun. Dr , Middleville. Large selec­ compete for prizes, and pos­ tion of plus size, juniors and sibly win $10,000. they get misses clothing, household to help abused and neglected and misc________________ children. GARAGE SALE: Friday, JuThe scramble will be held ly 26th, 9am-4pm. Plus size Saturday. Aug. 3 at Mul­ clothing, entertainment cen­ berry Fore Golf Course in ter, end tables and misc. 907 Nashville. Cost is $45 per Sandhill Drive, Cider Mill person. Village, Middleville_______ The scramble is one of the GARAGE SALE: Sat, July 27th 2002, 9am-4pm. 37 big fund-raising events CASA holds each year. Mead St., just off Heath Rd CASA is a volunteer-based, just follow the green signs. Variety of items and sizes. non-profit organization that Put on by Barry County em­ advocates for the rights of ployees. All proceeds go to children who have been re­ the Relay for Life 2002 moved or are at risk of being American Cancer Society. removed from their homes GUN LAKE: 2918 Beatrice due to abuse or neglect. Spe­ Ave., off Gun Lake Rd. Fri­ cially trained advocates are day, July 26th; Saturday, Ju­ assigned to children by the ly 27th, 9am-5pm. King size judge presiding over their headboard w/twin frames, case, and those advocates king size bedding, king elec­ help the children as their tric blanket, much more. case makes its way through YARD SALE: 467 Cider Mill the court system. Dr., Middleville. July 26th & “These volunteers give a 27th, 9am-4pm. Gas grill, tools, folding sewing table, voice and hope to an abused clothes. Christmas items, child,” CASA executive di­ misc. and more___________ rector Joni Risner said. YARD SALE: clothing, miss­ Those who do not wish to es, plus, men, stuffed ani­ play in the scramble but still mals, misc. household and want to donate to CASA can books. Fri. & Sat., 9am-4pm. be sponsors. They can spon­ 449 Cider Mill Dr., Middle­ sor one-half of a tee sign for ville. $50, which gets their name 2 FREE GARAGE SALE on one half a tee sign. They signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Grapnics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy , Hastings. At the front counter. can provide a tee sponsor­ ship for $150. which will provide a pin flag with their name at the event. The flags will be given to the sponsors after the event. Or they can be a gold sponsor for $500. which will provide a gold embossed pin flag with their name at the event. The gold embossed flags will also go to the sponsors after the event. People can also donate di­ rectly to CASA. To be a sponsor, donor or partici­ pant. call 616/948-3213 or 517/852-0760, or write to CASA for Kids. 430 E. Bar­ field Drive. Hastings. Mich. 49058. The cost of the scramble includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, and lunch. Lunch will be hamburgers, brats, salads and beverages. The scramble will begin at 9 a.m. All four-person teams will start at the same time from different tees. In a scramble, all four players hit a tee shot. Then all four players shoot again from where the best tee shot landed. Players continue to play the best ball, hitting four shots each time and tak­ ing the best shot. Play will probably last around four hours, Risner said, with lunch at 1 p.m. The event in­ cludes a 50-50 drawing, door prizes, and raffles. Raf­ fle prizes include a DVD player, palm pilot and GPS satellite positioning device. Players also have a chance to win $10,000. All they have to do is get a hole in one on the third hole. The Hole-ln-One prize is spon­ sored by Buckland Insur­ ance Co. “It's a blast." Risner said of the event. Some local judges and government offi­ cials arc usually in atten­ dance. she said “People have a good time.” Last year the event raised $8,700. “We’ve gone up every year.” Risner said. There is still plenty of room for teams to sign up. she said. There will be prizes for first, second and third place teams. Because the best ball is always played, she said, “you don't have to be a good golfer” to participate. “We want people to come out to help support CASA for Kids,” she said. “With the state downsizing and changing staff and case­ workers. having a CASA as­ signed to children is more critical than ever.” She urged people to “be a hero for a child.” Vacation Bible school held A special vacation Bible School sponsored by Peace Reformed Church was held at the Kid's First Day Care center in Middleville last week F70PJ04■ would like to introduce Kendall Tolan Quick Lube 2000 Manager Kendall brings 12 1/2 years experience in parts & mechanical. ‘5.00 Off Have a professionally installed oil change using Valvoline's MaxLife motor oil and we’ll send you *5.00! Check itore for details Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST (U-37) MtDOLEVtLLE 795-5550 on site at MO AFeOWTMKMT HEEDED l&/vo//ne �The Sun and News Middleville. 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MALE BOXER: 5 weeks old, AKC registered, champion bloodlines, fawn & white, $450. (616)868-6693 Sntt>fit fate fanse 'tee. cref^tx fatt&e 'iced tdtte fattie Hours OPEN MONDAY: July 29th, 5:30-830PM, Cobb Lake. 200 N. Patterson Former Parade home on 19 acres of wooded seclusion with 104ft. of Cobb Lake frontage. Nature lovers paradise features wooded Eath to boardw'alk dock to ike. Private master suite, great room with cathedral tongue and groove ceiling, mammoth stone fireplace, skylights and sliders to huge deck Price reduced to $268,000. (Patterson Road, south of 136th m Yankee Springs Township). Mary Ann Gehrke 893-9884 or 940-8000 Coldwell Banker Schmidt. CALEDONIA: beautiful wooded daylight and walk­ out home site lots. Easy ac­ cess to shopping and free­ way. Caledonia schools, pri­ ces starting at $39,900. Call Award Properties, (616)9424910. 85' ALGONQUIN LAKE FRONT: nice 2 bedroom walkout on large lot, central air, natural gas, upper & lower decks, 2 car garage, quality kitchen. Great loca­ tion & vew, $223,000. List­ ing with RE soon (616)9453923 ZIP, ZILCH, ZERO: you can own a home with no down payment, Let me show you now-. Call Gwenn at (517)852-9004 m Nashville, Mi Bring in an unwrapped toy any item in the ice cream shop (FC8EE3 All proceeds go to MARINE CORPS RESERVE Ice Cream Shop Hours: Monday-Sunday noon-10 p.m. STORE HOURS: M-Fn. 5:30 a.m.-ll p.m.; Sat. 7 a.m.-ll p.m.; Sun. 7 a.m.-lO p.m. Ice Cream • Convenience Store/Hot Food Beer & Wine • Movie Rental • Lotto �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middlevine. Ml/July 23. 2002 TK grad May named All-State in soccer Former Middleville Thornapple-Kellogg Soccer star Michelle May recently re­ ceived third team All State recognition, the first TK soccer player to earn such an honor. 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Th* Mo« Popular Crunt bn* m the Michelle May books in her short stay. The team captain scored 28 goals as a senior forward, break­ ing her own single-season scoring mark of 22 set the year before. Her 50 total tal­ lies ties her atop the career list with fellow 2002 grad Laura Van Ryn. May also owns the school record for most goals in one game with five. Both years, May was named team MVP. All-Con­ ference, All-District and All-Barry County. She was also named All-Regional as a senior before getting the Middleville’s Michelle May (16) set three TK scor­ ing records in only two seasons of play. (File photo by Perry Hardin) All-State nod. Middleville girls’ soccer coach Steve Evans said that May has the talent to play at the college level if she chooses, but that she will at­ tend Western Michigan Uni­ versity in the fall and does not plan to try out for the Bronco squad. The Trojan girls finished the 2002 campaign with a 14-6-1 mark, setting a school record for wins in a season. They lost to state power Unity Christian in the district finals. TK earned a share of the O-K Blue Conference title for the first time after three straight runner-up finishes to Calvin Christian, beating the Squires in the championship game of the conference tour­ nament. WMU graduate list includes 19 locals Nineteen local students received degrees at the end of the winter semester for the 2001-02 academic year at Western Michigan Uni­ versity. The students, their home­ towns, parents, types of de­ grees, major fields of study and special academic hon­ ors, where applicable, were: • Jill E. Tafel of Alto, daughter of James and Ruth Tafel, bachelor of business administration in marketing. • Miriam Leigh Taylor of Alto, master of arts in edu­ cational technology. • Jodi F. Bcerens of Cale­ donia, daughter of Faith Apol. bachelor of arts in or­ ganizational communica­ tions. • Scott Allen Belanger of Caledonia, son of Rick and Karen Belanger, bachelor of social work. • Jennie Lynn Besteman of Caledonia, bachelor of science in home economics education. • Trisha Beuschel of Cale­ donia, daughter of Michael and Leslie Beuschel, bache­ lor of science in nursing. • Lauren N. Earley of Caledonia, daughter of James and Kathleen Earley, bachelor of science in textile and apparel studies. • Michael P. Leiter of Caledonia, son of Frand and Linda Leiter, bachelor of science, secondary educa­ tion in business, English. • Mark A. Lyons of Cale­ donia, son of William Ly­ ons, bachelor of science in electrical engineering, magna cum laude (cumula­ tive grade point average of between 3.70 and 3.89 out of a possible 4.0). • Jane E. Price of Caledo­ nia, master of arts in com­ munication. • Randy L. Stchlik of Caledonia, master of arts, teaching in the elementary school. • Charlene June Troost of Caledonia, bachelor of busi­ ness administration, adver­ tising and promotion. • Lisa J. Postema of Free­ port, daughter of Dennis and Susan Postema, bachelor of science, elementary group minors. • David J. Beckcring of Middleville, son of David Beckcring, bachelor of busi­ ness administration, man­ agement, magna cum laude. • Trisha L. Me Keough of Middleville, bachelor of business adninistration, fi­ nance. • Angela J. McQueen of Middleville, daughter of David McQueen, bachelor of science in geography, cum laude. • Corally O’Dell of Mid­ dleville, master of public ad­ ministration. • Meredith K. VanHouten of Middleville, daughter of Garry VanHouten, bachelor of science in nursing, summa cum laude (cumula­ tive grade point average of between 3.9 and 4.0). • Erica Brooke Walker of Middleville, bachelor of sci­ ence, elementary group mi­ nors, cum laude. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-07-30.pdf 834199e1842330dafc5eeafd2511b777 PDF Text Text I'ASTiUBS PUBLIC UBRZRy 121$ CHURCH ST MSTIHGS Ml 49055-IS93 ; The Sun i PftSRTSTD I JSPOSTAge paid &SMI i You'' Hometown Newspaper S iddleviIle and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 31/July 30, 2002 State Senate, Hep, candidates answer questions at forum by Matt Cowall Staff Writer Three Republican State Senate candidates and two Democratic candidates for State Representative took part in a First Friday forum July 12 at the Thomas Jef­ ferson Hall in Hastings, leading up to the Aug. 6 pri­ mary. Republicans running in the primary for the new 24tF Michigan Senate District an State Rep. Patty Birkholz ot Saugatuck Township, for­ mer State Rep. Terry Geiger of Lake Odessa and Joe TK citizens’ committee works to get out ‘yes’ vote on bond by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Citizen's Steering Committee for the Bond Campaign met Tuesday eve ning to begin work needed to pass the extension of the current Thornapplc Kellogg schools’ bond issue in a spe­ cial election set for Tuesday, Sept. 24. Doug Ybema told the group of about 20 at the meeting," first we need to get out the yes vote." He noted that the deadline to register to vote is Monday Aug. 26. He added that new graduates should be encour­ aged to register, as well as new residents to the area. Absentee ballot request forms will become available beginning Sept. 4. Tom Mathison from the architectural firm of Tower, Pinkster and Titus gave an overview of plans to expand and renovate all the current buildings. Information about the bond issue will be available at open house meetings planned at school Aug. 26. A public forum is sched­ uled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, in the middle school cafeteria to explain the is­ sue. Ybema and TK Superin­ tendent Kevin Konarska also asked any resident who hears a rumor about this pro­ ject to call the superinten­ dent’s office. They said it is important that correct infor­ mation about this $24 mil­ lion dollar project is avail­ able. Architect Tom Mathison points out areas when outdoor athletic fields, top. and the interior of the high school will be reno­ vated if the proposed bond issue passes on Sept. 24 The front of Page Elementary will change significantly rt the bond issue passes. Four new classrooms are proposed and an entirely new traffic circulation pattern for buses and cars Patricia Birkholz Wicks of Holland. The Sen­ ate District takes in all of Allegan, Barry and Eaton counties. The two Democrats seek­ ing their party’s nomination in the 87th House District to face incumbent Republican Gary Newell are Rebecca Lukasiewicz of Hastings and Seymour Van Dcrske of Ly­ ons. The House District cov­ ers all of Barry County and a portion of Ionia County. Questions were prepared in advance and posed by moderator Fred Jacobs. Each candidate was allowed a maximum of three minutes to answer each question, fol­ lowed by an additional oneminute rebuttal if necessary. Candidates were first asked to address a 39 per­ cent pay raise agreed to by state legislators for them­ selves more than a year ago, a hike that passed without any debate and pushed legis­ lative salaries to more than $80,000 per year. Birkholz voted against the pay raise and noted that the House actually voted it down, but it passed anyway after the Senate declined to vote on it, as is allowed un­ der the state constitution. Al) of the other candidates stated they also would not have supported the raise and would support a constitu­ tional amendment to force the full legislature to ap­ prove pay raises. Such an amendment will be on the ballot for voters this fall, Birkholz said. Geiger hinted that Birk­ holz didn’t do enough to fight the pay raise, calling the hike “outlandish.” He mentioned a negative sup­ plemental appropriation bill he introduced in 1996 in re­ action to a self-granted pay raise by the state courts. Geiger said the bill reduced funding to the courts by the amount of the raise, forcing the courts to come up with their pay hike out of their existing budget. Terry Geiger Joe Wicks Rebecca Lukasiewicz Seymour VanDerske The issue of abortion split the candidates along party lines. The anti-abortion group Right to Life endorses all three Republicans. “Even if you just look at the sonograms, it’s not an apple, it’s something that’s going to develop into a hu­ man being,” Wicks said. Democrats Lukasiewicz and Van Derske said they are primarily pro-choice. Lukasiewicz said that she doesn’t personally support abortion, especially as a form of birth control, and wouldn’t encourage others to seek the procedure, but she supports the “freedom for individuals to choose their own moral codes and ethical standards.” Van Der­ ske said he believes the is­ sue is “between a woman, her husband and her Lord.” All the candidates gener­ ally were in favor of making it easier to allow referen­ dums on election ballots, though Geiger and Van Dcr­ ske both expressed some reservations. Geiger noted that binding referendums can become extremely com­ plicated, and is more sup­ portive of non-binding “questions” on ballots as measures of public opinion. In that case, Geiger said, “voters should have the right to place a question (on a bal­ lot) and expect elected offi­ cials to adhere to the an­ swer.” Van Derske called refer­ endums a “Catch-22,” say­ ing voters are “darned if you do and darned if you don’t.” Candidates then were See forum, page 15 In This Issue Middleville lucky town for local lottery winners TK School Board hears review of 'Saturday School’ Caledonia School Board to hire 7 more teachers Barber School to get some needed repairs �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middlevine, Mi/Juty 30. 2002 Middleville lucky town for local lottery winners Middleville has proven it­ self in the past week to be a lucky lottery village. G.A. Niles of Middleville won a $175,000 Mega Mil­ lions prize after matching the first five numbers in the July 16 drawing. Three days later a fellow Middleville resident who asked not to be identified matched all five numbers in the Michigan Rolldown drawing to win a $16,655 jackpot prize. The winning numbers for the July 16 Mega Millions drawing were 10, 24. 35, 49 and 52 and the Gold Mega Ball number was 47. The winning Mega Mil­ lions "easy pick" ticket was purchased atl Greg’s Get ItN-Go, 509 Arlington, in Middleville. "My wife and I were driv­ ing down the road when she looked up the winning num­ bers in the newspaper and compared them to those on our tickets," Niles said. "We had purchased the tickets on her birthday, and when we bought them, she said she felt like it was her lucky day. When we realized we had matched five numbers, we immediately pulled off the road at a gas station to get a winning number re­ port. It was then we knew for sure that we had a win­ ning ticket!" However, at first. Niles said he wasn’t sure about the value of his prize. Since two winning tickets were sold for the July 16 drawing. Ni­ les assumed he had to split that $175,000 prize with an­ other winner. He was then shocked to learn he had won the full prize. Niles, a regular lottery player for the past 29 years, said he kept the winning ticket locked in a safe in his home before turning it in at Lottery headquarters in Lansing. On the way to Lansing, he kept the win- Thomapple Kellogg Community Education has openings available tn our aftem<x>n 3 Year Old >x>perative Preschool Class Children need to be 3 by September 1, 2002 and toilet trained Class to hel Tuesday & Thursdays, 12 45 - 3 15 p m. For more information on enrollment, please call TK Community Ed. 795-3397 beginning August 5. ning ticket in a plastic bag in his wife’s purse. The lucky man told lot­ tery officials that he plans to use his winninigs to paybills, make home improve­ ments. purchase a hot tub and save the rest for retire­ ment. "My wife has been telling people for years that we were going to win the lot­ tery." Niles said. The last Big Game draw­ ing took place on Tuesday, May 14. On Wednesday, May 15. The Big Game was replaced by Mega Millions. Mega Millions is a multi­ state lottery game in Michi­ gan. Georgia. Illinois, Mary­ land, Massachusetts, New Jersey. New York. Ohio and Virginia. Wagers cost $1 each and tickets may be pur­ chased at more than 7,000 Michigan lottery retailers statewide. Mega Millions drawings are conducted every Tues­ day and Friday at 11 p.m. The next Mega Millions drawing is Friday. July 26, with an estimated jackpot of $18 million. The winning numbers for the July 19 Michigan Roll­ down drawing were 1, 14, 17, 22 and 26. A total of 16,568 winners shared $55,817 in Rolldown prizes. Besides the sole jack­ pot winner from Mid­ dleville, 41 winners matched four numbers to win a $166 Local Girl Scouts bridge Middleville Giri Scout Troop #38 bridged from Junior Girl Scouts to Cadettes May 31 in a ceremony held by the Cherry Valley neighborhood of Girl Scouts Pictured are Cadette Scouts Kindra Burger, Troop Leader Barb Burger. Bnttney Benjamin. Yayi Schaefer-Space, Lilly Merva and Megan Holzhausen. As Junior Girl Scouts these girls, and Tonya McCarter and Mindy Hoffman (not pictured) earned the Junior Leadership pin and the Bronze Award. The Bronze Award is the highest award given to Junior Scouts.. prize; 1,583 winners matched three numbers to win an $11 prize; and 14,943 winners matched two numbers to win the $1 prize. The winning "easy pick" ticket was purchased at Speedway, 615 S. Broadway St., in Middleville. "I took my ticket to the store to find out if it was a winner," said the lucky uni­ dentified man. "I was very Savings Up To 50% OFF Two Tents Full of Furniture • Great Savings Inside and Out SAVINGS GALORE! Furniture for every room! Gifts and Accessories! CALEDONIA FURNITURE & FINERY Comer of M-37 & 100th Sc. Caledonia 891-9280 part of his w innings to pay bills, and will "have fun" with the remainder. Michigan Rolldown's first drawing was held on Feb. 28. 2000. Drawings are held six days a week Monday through Saturday -at 7:28 p.m., and the cost to play is $1 per wager. Tickets arc available at more than 7,(XM) lottery retailers statewide. TK Board hears review of ‘Saturday school’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thur. & Fri. Aug. 1, 2 • 10am - 8pm Sat., Aug. 3 • 10am - 4pm surprising to find out the ticket was worth so much!" The 49-year-old sports­ man works for the Menasha Corporation and said he en­ joys fishing and hunting in his free time. He said that he kept the winning ticket in a lock box at all times to en­ sure its safety before turning it in at the Lottery's regional office in Wyoming. He added that he plans to use The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education heard a review of the “Saturday school” pilot project to keep students with problem atten­ dance in class and out of in school suspension. TK High School Principal Ellen Zack and assistant Principal Eric Proseus noted that Saturday school seemed to be a deterrent for those who were having problems. In the second marking pe­ riod of the 2001-2002 aca­ demic year, 65 students were required to attend the Saturday sessions. By the fourth marking period, there were only 32. In all. 146 students at­ tended Saturday school. There also were 30 students who received course work for classes. Zack will bring a formal request for Saturday school to the August meeting. "These are small steps," she said. "We will look at how to include students with discipline problems during this school year." Pat Koeze, the new assis­ tant superintendent, told the board members about sum­ mer staff development train­ ing. So far, 57 teachers and other staff have been in­ volved in training of one kind or another. Koeze noted that other teachers would participate in training sessions before school begins. This training is in addition to the course work many teachers do dur­ ing the summer. Teachers have done work in technology, looked at Michigan Educa­ tion Assessment Program re­ sults, subject integration and science during the summer. Superintendent Kevin Konarska told the board the district is in a good position for the Sept. 24 vote. Konarska, in response to a question from a parent, promised that will look into the number of hired teachers with an "ethnic" back­ ground. The next regular meeting of the Thornapplc Kellogg school board will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12 in the TK School and Community Library. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. 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Bookmarks featuring games from around the world are avail­ able each week. This year there is a Par­ ents as Reading Partners Club. This club encourages families to read together. (There arc prizes here as well.) Teens are invited to “Read, Rock and Unlock Their Brains” this summer. With every four books read, teens qualify for prizes. The more teens read, the more they improve their chances of winning. The last day of the summer reading club will be Aug. 3. The library has a display of bcxiks for readers in sixth grade and older. These "New for 2002" books in­ clude fiction and non-fic­ tion. Book lists arc available Jewelry artist Kristen Johnson helps girls at the workshop with their bracelets Katie Schenk shows Caledonia Library branch manager Jane Heiss and youth services librarian Tisha Wells the design of her bracelet as well. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The Caledonia Library is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Emmons St. For more information about any of these summer pro­ grams, call 647-3840. Win­ ners will be notified once names are drawn for prizes. While the reading club may be over, popular pro­ grams are still planned in August. The final book discus­ sions is Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. Adults are invited to bring the book they most enjoyed reading as a child to discuss. The regular book discussion begins in Sep­ tember. The popular Farmer’s Market is held at the Cale­ donia Farmers Elevator Company at 146 Main St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer’s Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. With the approach of harvest, lovers of fresh vegetables may want to see if additional farmers markets will be scheduled at the library. TK schools to start new year Aug. 27 The 2002-2003 school year for Thomapple Kellogg High School will begin Tuesday. Aug. 27. Classes will start at 7:35 a.m., with students reporting to their fifth block classes. New students can enroll Cool, Confident & Creative Cl fid! .Lewies &aLon MaTOSCHQOL unts MW IN STOCK Graham Webb Ice Cap Shampoo & Conditioner......... 2 for $25 TiGi Shampoo & Conditioner... 2 for $22 Back To Basics Shampoo & Conditioner......... 2 for $20 Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1093 by appointment beginning Aug. 12 by calling 7955428. New enrollees should bring up-to-date immuniza­ tion records, birth certificate, proof of residency, and, if possible, a transcript of their previous school history. Schedule changes will be made from Aug. 19-22. Students will be served on a first-come. first-served basis. Orientation will be held Monday, Aug. 26, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the auditorium for all incoming freshmen. New freshmen will be able to meet administrators, receive their schedule and locker number with combi­ nation, and locate their classrooms and lockers. In addition. Lifetouch will be taking school pictures for student identification cards and for students to purchase OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available leu s nve HAIR DESIGNERS „ g SUMMER On the schedule for the fall is the first story hour on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 p.m. A really popular program with younger students (ages 6 and up) is Captain Under­ pants on Thursday. Sept. 19 at 4 p.m. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Call 647-3840 for more information about library programs. MiddlevilN/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (616) 795-3305 1 SPECIALS on Manicures Also pedicures—stop in today or call 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil’s Pitta) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! _— — — — ** ——— r Miller MILLER MEANS... 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Aug. 19. at Spring Park m Middleville fro 1 to 3 p.m. Ice cream will be served in the park pavilion. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Senior Citizens Community Room. 62 individuals received If v 1 i emergency/disaster \ services through the r American Red Cross. 4 United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community < prizes. Please call to register at 795-3397. The first trip of the season will be to see “South Pacific" at Cornwell's Dinner Theatre Friday. Sept. 20. Seniors are encouraged to call and reserve a spot for this special musical. The group will travel by school bus to enjoy Cornwell's turkey dinner and the show. Please leave a name and 507 W. Main, to inquire call 795- 3397. A special “Back to School Party" is planned for the Sept. 16 meeting at the Senior Citizens' Community Room, beginning at 1 p.m. The theme revolves around old-fashioned school days. Tammy Pennington with the Barry County COA will be special guest and promis­ es some fun games and number on the machine. Cost is $30 and includes transportation, ticket and dinner. Reserve by Aug. 16. by calling 795- 3397. Call 945-9554 for Sun & New classifieds ads. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday Sch<M>l........................................... 9:30 am 10:45 a m Morning Worship Evening Praise........................................... 6:00 pm WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m. 7240 68lh Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 9:45am. 11.00 a m 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday MKl-Wferk Prayer Word of Life Clubs fl (Missouri Sqnod) Comer of 54th St 8r Kraft tn Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 708 W. Main Street Bruce N. Stewart Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst Pastor Youth tXiugla* G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Slewart CE Children s Pastor +ft. Paul Lutheran Church Traditional Service £ 30 AM Morning Worship Service 10:00 a.m. New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed 700 PM Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursery Available • Pamer Free YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-S6W www iserv net/'stpeul C 0 M M U 1 1 a place to belong I r CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9 10 & 11 00 a m Youth Ministry .................................. _..... 891-0576 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) a.m. Worship 930 Mating «t the Cron Croek Charter Academy Sunday School 11 00 a m. Rev Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m. 4^=5 ®lb ®imc vIL/jSletljolJigt (Eljurdj 5590 Whilneyville Ave . S E Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooLI 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 On? mile east of Whitneyville Rd Rev P Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Phone CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900am and 1030am. "Abraham Submits to God” Summer Sundas Worship Seniors. May 26- Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 1000 a m Coffee Fellowship 9 30 a m (Nursery and i.'hiid ( art available throughom the morning Kes Noonan Kohns (016) 891 -8167 Church Office 616 891 8669/Fax 891-86*8 * w w catedooiaunx. org Commmiitv of Qk'ist ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St neo Whrtneyvwe Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m Praise Singing 10 50 am Monnng Worship 11 00 am Wed Fellowship 7 30 p m Pastor Uoyd De Vomer. Sr. Church Ph 868 6810 • Pastor 's Ph 891'7407 ... ^CHURCH 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616)891-8119 or www.peacechurehxc Cemput fa. Jhnutfy tfom Stance —Lighting Up Lives for GodWorship 9:30 am Christian Education I akeside A 'JK—. Hour 11 Warr Ok Pastor Pwl M Hillman Youth Pastor David EnMon 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-698-8D01 redeemertpisenjtet wwwjtdeemcrcovcnant org .4 amter # Ar bmgdkd Cmrnmt Chmhts dJVuenu Afao/utM Located in Lctghion Township Corner of 2nd Street and 1x2nd Avenue fst— "uij. MTTOWXMV) « srnwts frninuL B9i-W?28 • e mad inghton»«sen net 10:00 a m 2415 McCann Rd. Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 930 am. Parmelee Momog Wonhp ^Wdtevie Mornrig Worjhp ............. 1100am Sunday School (Jr » AdUh) 9 45 a m Nursery - Grode 5 1100 am. Sr High - Sun Evenog 600800pm Jr High - Godes 68. Wed Everrig 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee /Mthrnan Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFAREIL community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria WedneuUy familv Night 5 45-800 pm Leighton Church Sundas Morrang 8 30 a m Tradtnurf 1100 a«i G exemption SundLn S.huui for AS Ages 945 am Sundas Eseung Senxr 5 30 p m sneer dub K-6 Wrdnndn (r 30 p tn Fraser Mretmg Wdhesdn 6J0 pm Youth Manin Sunday hJO p m Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Sunday c (immunity Church A Phice far Family A Friends 6201 Whitnes > ilk As enuc. Aho CHRHSTIAH REFORMED Con.wmgmr\ 'Worship 9:30 a.m. Sundas School for AU Ago 10:45 a m Evening Worship 6 00 pm Pastor Roger I \uttman • ( karrk Office; 848-8391 »W1 Preaching the Living Word - Emmons Lake Elementary Spirit-filled family Church. Redeemer Covenant Church 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH C urrently meeting at: A Church for today’s world you re at - through: Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Carr and Programs (northwest of Gun lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) 698-9660 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST August 4: In the Beginning...Part VIII: 10 AM Sunday Morning Wayland. Ml 49348 - 795-7903 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 A ^|^^CHRISTIAN CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Nooodav Road) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5.00 p.m. Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. d^New Life Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade. Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High, Sun 6:30 pm Adams 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd 792-2889 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sund;n Wot■ship .9:30 a m and 6:00 p.m. (Cllild & Adult) (During the School Year) SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616/ 65 65 WAY ( heck our web site www way fare rcc org whitneyville Bible Church 8546 Whrtneysnle Ave of 84th $f • 891-8661 (In Im ng) Stiadty Service Times 9:15 AM. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 8:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 945-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. Devid T. Hustwick nclxcl “The Church where everybody is tome body ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Straay Schoo 930 am Sunday Mornrg Worrc 1030 a m Meeting at chape on /ie Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonhip 6 00 p m Wed Mdreefc Raye 5 Stole Study 7 00 p.m Sev Ihoma Suys Pasta . Kan basno Waste m*-e,v4eooe org amoc Parot �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLJuly 30. 2002/Page 5 Leighton Church Summer Fest is Aug. 24 Methodist Church is located just off Patterson Road, on the comer of 142 and Second Street between Middleville and Caledonia. Leighton United Metho­ dist Church of Caledonia will be host for an all-day event Saturday. Aug. 24. from noon to 7 p.m. Local bands will play Christian music, while attendees feast on barbecue chicken. The kids can have fun playing various games, including sling shot balloon toss, as well as ox and buggy rides. Visitors can stroll among the antique cars at Leighton’s own car show or participate in a volleyball game, enjoy riding in go-cart cards, which even adults enjoy riding on. There also will be a story­ teller for the kids at 3 p.m. ami adults can browse the arts, crafts and flea market items Families also can enjoy the puppet show min­ istry and the crazy clown strolling around throughout the day. Register for a IT'S A JUNGLE 4* OUT THERE!!! Wr/z# 1910 • FIIFS ’ 9 Vacation bible school * present to win. A free-will offering will be accepted, as proceeds will go toward the purchase of a new projector. The church also will have a three-on-three basketball tournament, for which regis­ tration deadline is Aug. 8. The cost is $60 per team August 5-9 9-11:30 a.m. K-5th Grade which includes a Leighton T-shirt, and trophies for first and second places. Pick from four different age groups, ranging from 10 to 20 years old. Call the church for details at 891-8028. Leighton United Part of the fun in the leg race. Alaska Baptist Church Welcomes Frances Hess, Pianist & Ruth Woolpert, Organist for a concert featuring gospel, southland, patriotic and classical music There will also be instrumentalists and soloists featured Everyone is welcome ■ No tickets required SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 • 6:00 PM Alaska Baptist Church 7240 68th Street SE Caledonia, Ml 49316 (Approximately 3 miles east of M-37) 616-698-8104 Senior parents raise money for many activities during the last year in high school for the senior class. The most publicized of the senior activities is the sur­ prise after graduation party, chaperoned and a safe and drug and alcohol free event. The parents raise money to pay for food, games, prizes, auctions and raffles. This year the Senior Par­ ents 2003 group are accept­ ing donation now to help limit the amount of fund raising they will have to do during the year. All dona­ tions are tax deductible. For movie OUTPOST YIDCO SUPCRTTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. • VHS/DVD movies & player rentals : movie outpohi • Games A game system rental [ Rent One Movie or Game and 1 • Special Orders and previewed get a second rental FREE movies & games for sale I I with this coupon Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location * ! Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please Expires 8-31-02 • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & Game Accessories • Reservations on movies • Weekly specials Product Id SunAd □ Don Y Forget the Popcorn... Words of Wisdom with Wendal Help us search for the 'jewels’ of the Celestial City Join in the Bible Safari Thrill to the Truths of God's Word as seen through exciting Bible stories 7» * TK Senior Parents planning for party The parents of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Senior Class of 2003 are already planning for the after graduation party. This means that they are already organizing the fund raising committee. *. * First Baptist Church 5215 N. M-37 Hwy. Middleville 795-9726 Even the pastor enjoys nding in the go-cart cars. chance to win a door prize, for which one need not be There also are two Sunday services. A more traditional service is at 8:30 and a ser­ vice with a contemporary flare at 11. Meet: lovable Wendal the Bear Outrageous Sidney' the Orangutan Cool Leonard, King of the Jungle and other characters you won't soon forget" if you would like a ride, please cal the church office at 7»5»71* information contact fund raising chair person Tammy Stark at 795-8874. COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care service. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891 -2503 men’s & women's health obstetrics - kids & teens seniors Advantage health An tnttgnmd apfmach htakbeart 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml www.advantagehealth.org �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 30. 2002 Community picnic at Good Shepherd church Some rode in style to the picnic at the church which welcomed the community for fun and food. Dress up ---------- 49?-wa \ Salon, Inc Ufa Cohar 8. #*** St* i THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION \ Our Hometown Charitable Organization Face and arm painting MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. And even cookie decorating MOBILE HOME For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef @ hotmail.com East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit-nec so good? Lease options available ortgage ucfcble There was some shade on July 20. This was a great place for conversa­ tion. Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 ftrSMtHevrs ACTIOH-Msl Byron Center schools, 14x70 with expando, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen & bedrooms. Appliances included MUST SELL! FOR RENT Thornapple Kellogg school district, 3 plus bedrooms, 2 baths, located minutes from Hastings or Grand Rapids on 3 acres. Now availble. No pets. $850 a month plus deposit. Call 616-340-1259 taxes may be tax Studio or locfltiort oh Reigler Photography ® by ZoAnn Reigler living Group, Individual Wedding and Pet Photography I NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET YOUR SENIOR OR FAMILY PICTURE Middle"' REALTY GROUP, LLC. Amy DeKleine 2775 Eckert Road. Freeport, Ml 49325 616-765-3315 • Cell 616-893-3696 e-mail zokentffiserv net 616-299-6790 • 616-583-5000 ext 207 US AD �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 30. 2002/Page 7 Caledonia School Board hires 7 more teachers bv Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer With the exception of two hirings, Caledonia Board of Education members feel that the district is “ready to go with teachers for the fall,’ after selecting personnel for seven positions. The positions were offi­ cially filled when a special board meeting was called for Monday, July 22. Darrell Kingsbury was formally hired for the assis­ tant principal position for Caledonia Middle School. Kingsbury has been with CMS as a seventh grade math/scicncc teacher since 1999 Other personnel approved for employ by the board TK grad makes dean’s list at Calvin College Andrea B Berkimer. a Thornapple Kellogg High School graduate, has been named to the Calvin College spring 2002 dean’s list. To earn a spot on the dean’s list at Calvin requires that a student maintains a 3.5 grade point average for the semester and has a 3.3 cumulative grade point aver­ age Berkimer. a sophomore, is majoring in mathematics/ computer programming. Her parents are John and Beth Berkimer of Wayland. As a result of maintaining a spot on the dean’s list her presidential scholarship was renewed for next year at Calvin. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem." were Lori Baker for half­ time reading at Emmons Lake, Kaye Weaver and Jerry Keron for business at CHS. Michelle Hazen for half PPI at Emmons Lake. Scott Christensen for onel year of English at CHS and Jilian Rakow as interpreter for the deaf in the middle school area. In other school board matters at the special meet­ ing. members approved bid packages from several busi­ nesses for the replacement high school building project. • Section A — Landscap­ ing was awarded to Katerberg Verhage for $166,972. • Section C — Irrigation went to Huizinga Lawn Sprinkling for $162,485. • Section CC — Stage Equipment went to Secoa, Inc. for $144,100 and Sec­ tion NN - Sound Systems was awarded to Central In­ terconnect for $184,710. According to Superinten­ dent Douglas Busman, it is a standard yearly procedure for the board to adopt a resolution to allow Caledo­ nia Schools access to the School Bond Loan Fund. The board carried this mo­ tion through to approval af­ ter Business Manager Judi Dean explained that access­ ing the School Bond Loan Fund allows the district to levy no more than seven mills. “It’s a resolution the board has to pass each year,” she said. Veteran board member Bernie Nagel explained the need for the resolution fur­ ther by saying. “It lets the state know that the board knows the district is borrow­ ing money.” The board also accepted a quote from Dan Valley Ex­ cavating in the amount of $31,179 for improve­ ments to entrance and drives (along the Emmons Lake and Middle School roadways) at the replacement high school complex. In a memo written by Gary Delger. director of operations, he stated that Dan Valley Exca­ vating was “willing to use the bid item pricing to do this work.” because they are on-site with the work at the new high school. Funds for this work will be obtained from the existing building and site fund. The work is to include pavement patches, gravel and asphalt work and shoulder work to the road­ ways in question. 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Ml 49333 (616) 891-8208 (616) 795-3309 Toll tree (800) 706-3302 Fa* (616) 795-3935 This means we pledge to treat you with courtesy, respect, professionalism and compassion while providing the most state-ofthe-art healthcare in the finest possible facility. For more information, or to find a Pennock affiliated physician near you, call (616) 945-1 PHY (1749) Pennock Partner, David Kirchinger, M.D., Family Practitioner Pennock HEALTH t otofcssional, progress/ve ^P^ners i« Pc,s<” 101 Visit us on the web at www.pennockhealth.com 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/July 30. 2002 Ex-Caledonia student presents research results Tamara White of Cale­ donia. one of 31 students who were awarded a Hughes Undergraduate Research Fellowship for the summer 2002 semester, was to pre­ sent results of her research project, “The effects of mowing and fertilization on cut-leafed teasel (Dipsacus laciniatus)" at a poster ses­ sion July 27 at the Illini Union in Urbana. White has been working with Dr Robert Wicdenmann from the Illinois Natural History Survey department on this research. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) faculty, staff, and students, and members of White’s family will attend the poster session, social hour, and banquet with guest speaker Dr. Bradford Schwartz, UIUC Medical School Reg­ ional Dean and Professor. Biochemistry and Internal Medicine. UIUC. with funding from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, provides fellow­ ships to undergraduate stu- dents majonng in the biolog­ ical sciences to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty member. During the summer, each HURF works 40 hours a week on the research project receives a stipend of $2400. and enrolls in an independent study-research course for five hours of graded credit. New Middleville weed ordinance ‘not necessary’ Aftcr the Village of Mid­ new ordinance on nuisance dleville received a recom­ weeds is not needed. "We just need to enforce mendation from the ordi­ nance committee, Council­ the one we have," Corson woman Dorothy Corson told maintained. As a result. Zoning Ad­ remaining members that a ministrator Geoff Moffat has been instructed to contact property owners neighbor­ ing local resident John Un­ ger to get them to comply with the current ordinance’s provisions. In other business at last Tuesday night’s quiet meet­ ing. the council approved a resolution that may allow them to expand the Renais­ sance zone if necessary in the future. The council will review a proposed drainage agree­ ment with Misty Ridge de­ velopers and be prepared to vote on it at the next meet­ ing. on Tursday, Aug. 13. TRADITION HOMES Land/Home Financing Packages Available 28x44 1066 sq. ft. 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths Local author Brian Willshire talks about his first book "Folklore." Author shares tricks of trade for TK reading club by Marcie Westover J-Ad Graphics Intern Author Brian Willshire of Middleville had his first book talk last Thursday at the Thornapple Kellogg Summer Reading Club pro­ gram. Willshire talked about his book "Folklore" and the writing process for aspiring authors. There was plenty of cook­ ies and pop for the children who attended the program. Willshire shared the”story behind the story" of his book "Folklore." He said the seed for the book was planted when he was in fifth grade and saw the movie "Jaws." Since that day Willshire said he has had an idea for a story and felt he could write something truly scary. After first trying the story as a screenplay, Willshire was given advice by an edi­ tor to try to write the story for a teen-age audience. During this time Willshire was raising a family and working as an eighth grade teacher, but his desire to write was still there. Out of his inspiration came a story about some scary creatures and how they affect the lives of char­ acters Rick, Lyle and Susan in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Willshire's next book is a ghost story with the tenta­ tive title of "Haunting." He then explained some techniques he used in the writing process. "If your ever interested in writing, keep a journal or notebook." he said. The process of getting a book published is sometimes long. Willshire said. Authors can be denied by many agencies before finding a home for their book. Once a book is picked up by a pub­ lisher, the next steps include a lot of editing. "It's been a learning proc­ ess," Willshire said. After being persistent, he was finally able to get his book published. Many children doubted they could write a novel, so Willshire told them, "Write one page a day and you'll have 365 pages at the end of the year." Willshire has many for­ mer students as fans, but his biggest fans are his parents. "Folklore" is his first book and he said that it is sort of like his training wheels. His next book will be longer and more of a novel. After speaking for an hour, Willshire signed cop­ ies of his book and thanked everyone for coming. Middleville woman earns theatre degree Point Park College has announced it list of gradu ates for the Spring. 2002 semester. Margaret E. Gregor of Middleville received a bach­ elor of arts degree in theater arts. Over Nour Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. Me Phillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Everyday Pricing s26,900 Includes FULL Set-Up and Delivery Also includes: Appliances • Tilt-In, Double Pane Windows Many, Many More Amenities Largest Champion Home Distributor in Michigan We Pass Our Savings On To You! Call for More Information... Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. Its the way insurance should be 945-0000 or 1-888-538-8900 1873 South M-37 Hwy. Mon. - Thurs. 9-7pm; Fri. 9-5; Sat. 10-5 STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St. • Caledon®. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml July 30. 2002/Page 9 Dutton school reunion tradition continues t>y Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Many people in the area know Dutton Elementary School as the brick building on 68th Street with the cool playground in back and the great sayings on their sign. But few know the history behind Dutton School — at least until recently, when Dutton School held its an­ nual school reunion, a tradi­ tion that started back in 1926. The eldest living teacher, Mabie Gosling, 94, still attends the annual event, which is held the third Wednesday of July each year in the existing Dutton Elementary building. Gosling taught at the school 1925-29. According to Gerry Thornton, wife of Jack Thornton, reunion coordina­ tor and host, the original one-room school was built in 1893. The school is still standing, but its occupation has changed into a private home, just across 68th Street from the current elementary. The reunion is open to anyone who attended the one-room school many years ago to present attendees. Forty-seven past and present students attended this year's Just some of the valentines that Mrs. Gosling received from her students at the one-room Dutton School during her teaching years of 1925-29. Top left: Dane Slagter, the youngest attendant for Pre-Kindergarten 2001-02 (grandson of reunion co­ ordinator Jack Thornton), and Mrs. Mabie Gosling, age 94. make a hand­ some pair at the Dutton School Reunion. Mrs. Gosling was a teacher at the school from 1925 to 1929. the hill in the winter, first kisses and maintaining the floors and furnace. Everyone is looking for­ ward to the Dutton School Reunion 2003. Open Sunday, August 4,1-4 pm Bottom left: When Jack Thornton asked all of the students to introduce themselves, tell reunion, including several of Mrs Gosling’s former students. Bricks still available for Reclaimed Spirit In the two years since the Reclaimed Spirit sculpture was finished on the site of the former TK Middle School, several people have when they attended and share a spe­ cial memory, the reminisc­ ing rolled on... from hiding in the belfry and tipping over the bell to sliding down asked if new engraved bricks have been added. Orders for these bricks will be taken until the end of September. "We will hope to inlay the 932 Greenwood, Middleville, Ml Main Boor: kitchen, living, bath. 3 bedrooms. Basement: family room, office, laundry, bedroom. Brick front with aluminium siding, attached 2 car garage, nice sized fenced back yard with deck and stone patio. Improvements: Hewer exterior doors, roof 5 years old. furnace/ccntral air 2 years old. septic plumbing 5 years old, decrical upgrade on all switches, outlets and lights. Excellent neighborhood, dose to schools. To see this well maintained home call 616-838-0502 or 616-795-7079 and ask for Dave or Jnlie._ engraved bricks before the ground freezes this year," said Nancy Goodin, one of the founding members of the Reclaimed Spirit project committee. She encouraged anyone who wanted a brick to pick up an order at the ad­ ministration building. Engraving is done in three lines, limited to 13 charac­ ters each. The cost of each brick is $25. Forms can be picked up at the administra­ tion office. Checks should be made out to the "TK Brick Sculp­ ture." Complete order forms and payment can be sent to TK Brick Sculpture. Thomapple Kellogg Administration Building, 3885 Bender Road, Middleville, 49333. Call 795-5400, extension 6255, for more information. Jack Thornton is able to share some of his his­ tory with his grandson, Dane Slagter. Thornton at­ tended the one-room school in 1949 and Slagter attended the “new" school, Dutton Ele­ mentary, as a Pre-Kindergartener in 2001-02. Price Reduced Below Appraisal Sellers Motivated! Make Offer! Still lune to get in before school starts! Home is larger than it looks. 3 bedrooms, possi bly 4th in newly finished lower level 3 full baths Thomapple Kellogg schools. . |M9 PINECONF Off MJ7 between Hastings A Middleville Efaj r?i Alice Bradley Off: (616) 458-3655 ext. I.Uf Kes: (616) 656-9171; Fax: (6I6> 45M-I6IX E-mail: uhrudley^ grar.com Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes and re-financing is at a high point. State Bank of Caledonia is proud to offerfantastic mortgage rates and plans. Call one Family Dentistry of Caledonia of our qualified loan officers to see what avenue is best for you! Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan State Bank of Caledonia Service you Deserve from People You Trust Our experienced associates can assist you in choosing the right direction to secure your future. State Bank of Caledonia has woven itself into the fabric of its community and has been in existence since 1904. Come see what a true community bank has to offer. 627 East Main Street • Caledonia, 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo, 3205 68th Street, SE • Dutton, 303 Arlington Street • Middleville, Ml Ml Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.891.8113 616.381.7960 616.698.6337 616.795.3361 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Jutv .v> Freeport library honors law enforcement officers It takes a tall person to build a tall tower. The li­ brary has two sets of cups and a video, courtesy of the manufacturer, the Hastings Big Boy and Barry County Substance Abuse Services which sponsor the program. I I I mith iamond I -1" SOUTH OFFICE I I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I S -D How high can you go? Claire LeRoy builds a tower taller than herself FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 CALEDONIA: Stunning 2-story home. Over 3300 sq. ft. finished. 4 plus bedrooms. 4-1/2 baths. Much attention paid to details. Zoned heating and cooling, Corian counters, tiled floors and more. All situated on a 2 acre park-like setting with inground pool. $419,900. Contact John or Mary Kay McCleve at 891-3582 or 292-4550. I I I I I OPEN MONDAY, AUG. 5 8605 WOODLAND FOREST I M-37 to 84th Street E. past Whitnq/utfte Rd. to ~ 6 to 8 PM ~ I Woodland forest South to home._ I Smith-Diamond Realtors* I Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I 891-2222 Deanna McCulfor 891-2222 I Elizabeth Be I son 891-2222 Ryan Ogle Brenner 891-2222 I Mel 891-2222 Ron Prins Katie Cummiford............. 262-2021 I Kay Cummiford................ 291-3330 Ron Richards 891-7176 891-2222 Jennifer Russo 891-2222 I Sharon Emerson 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude Gulkema . .................891-2222 I Joan 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen Maryanne Hoeksma 891-7183 I (leather Lake 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 891-2222 Sam Wright 262-8333 I Debra Lampani 891-SOLD Wendy Zandstra John McCleve 891-7171 I Mary Kay McCleve 891-7172 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I The Freeport Library ended its series of summer salutes to American heroes by spotlighting Freeport Po­ lice Chief Mark Sheldon and all other law enforcement officers. Officer Mark or “Officer Barney,” as he pre­ fers to be called, wowed the children of the reading pro­ gram by reading two books, “Never Talk to Strangers” and “Police Officers.” The children were intrigued by all of the equipment that po­ lice officers wear from the bulletproof vest to the hand­ cuffs. In light of the recent ab­ ductions of small children, Sheldon also talked to the children about not talking to strangers and to being aware of tricks like grownups ask­ ing them to help find a lost puppy. Other safety issues discussed were always wear­ ing seat belts in cars and helmets when riding bikes. The highlight of the day had to be when Officer Mark allowed the children to sit in the police car while Christopher J. 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After the presenta­ tion it was quite evident that the chief had won many new admirers and the children knew that po­ licemen are indeed their friends. Next Wednesday at 11 a.m., there will be a final summer reading program celebration with “Mr. Jim” will and his cup stacking program. All prizes will be drawn at that time. CaU 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads West Thornapple 4-H would like to thank their 2002 buyers. Advantage LLC Bill Self Chevrolet Buick Bllleh Mason ary LLC Bud Smith Carpenter Gravel Cook Builders Custom Concrete Crushing Daglow Trucking Dari Lester Trucking & Farms Dermody Truck Sales Duane Hamilton Exc. Inc. Freeport Dairy LLC Geukes Market Hastings City Bank Kentwood Excavating Lake Odessa Livestock Larry Nell Agency Main Street Savings Bank Masselink Dairy McConnon Construction Napa Filter j Octman Excavating Olson's Farm Inc. Petter Dairy Pie a san tvlew Farms Preferred Poured Walls I Professional Code Insp. I Reigler Farms Robertson s Valley View Farm Sheeiy Antiques and Collectables Som Day Angus Sterk Brothers Redl’ Mix South Kent Alignment & Frame The Wright Shop Thornapple Dairy . Union Bank Vanlaan Concrete Const. W-L Alfalfa WBCH 1 Wieland Builders Thank you for continued support! �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML July 30. 2002Page 11 Chamber Focus Group meets Aug. 1 The Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce’s Middleville-Freeport-Wayland Focus Group will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday. Aug. 1. at Midtown Cafe. 124 E. Main St.. Middleville. The group will discuss what’s new in Gzrrtui^. Middleville,Treeport Way­ land area, the latest project plans, the Adopt-A-Comer program, ribbon cuttings, etc., and how to work to­ gether to bring more busi­ ness into communities. The Middleville.Freeport Way- land Focus Group is a pro­ gram of the county-wide chamber. For more informa­ tion. check out the web site: ww w .barrychamber.com ." 221 W. State St.. Hast­ ings. 49058 (616) 9452454. 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For information on newly constructed homes and vacant lots currently available call; Kathy Renton 262-3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Rav Louise Diehl 291 0401/948-8225 Beth Ann Fogg 868-0887 lorn (Jarbow 868-0045 Barbara Getty 838-2550 Dave Krumm 915-4763 Laura Martin 891-7619 Rich Mc< on non 292 4693 (Jinny Sines 901 2401 Cathy Williamson 293-7391 �Page 12/The Sun and News. MkkJteviBe. Mi/Juty 30. 2002 Barber School to get some needed repairs by Ruth Zachary , Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board agreed to solicit bids for repairs of the one-room Barber School after Kris Apol of the Historical Com­ mission made a request July 17. Apol told the board the school has a rapidly deterio­ rating porch and steps. Other needed repairs include win­ dows and scraping and painting the exterior. She said the materials were al­ ready acquired, but she wanted the board to adver­ tise for bids to do the re­ placement work. After entertaining several suggestions for getting vol­ unteer labor for the job. such as by a high school shop project or other volunteers. Historical Commission members stressed this had been done in the past, and was in part the reason the job needed to be done pro­ fessionally now. Commis­ sion members said safely was now an issue. Board members finally agreed that obtaining bids to get the job done right was the best procedure and ap­ proved the request. The second request that Wednesday night was for the board pass an ordinance to declare the current build­ ing (al 240 Emmons St.) serving as the Caledonia li­ brary a state historic district. This request had been made before. Board members said they wanted to look into the obligations and restrictions of pursuing the historic dis­ trict status before moving ahead. Historic Commission member Eva Engie said the commission must have township approval even Io consider the building as a historic site. The building may still not be eligible. The board then agreed to estab­ lish the ordinance. Other miscellaneous busi­ ness items also covered by the board: • Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson asked for a utilities workshop date to discuss in greater depth mat­ ters related to utilities, de­ pending on the attendance of attorney Jim White. That workshop may take place Aug. 14, and perhaps the Aug. 7 Township Board meeting may be canceled. • The Township Board re­ cently hired Richard Thacker as code enforce­ ment officer, and July 17 passed a resolution giving him authority to carry out the official duties of the po­ sition. • Severe weather and pub­ lic emergency concerns have stimulated Caledonia Vil­ lage interest in installing public warning systems, in­ cluding sirens and in some cases public address. It was believed by board members, television and other warning systems are more effective than sirens, but the township tabled the matter. The equipment would be available through a match­ ing grant program. Seven warning sites are proposed, one on 68th Street at Alaska, 84th and Powderhorn, Jasonville Farms, Kraft and 76th, Shagbark, and on Kraft at the Trans­ portation and Maintenance Center and at 100th at Dun­ can Lake. There are two systems currently, one at the top of the fire bam. which is manu­ ally operated with limited range and another near Ket­ tle Lake School installed around 1989. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on July 17, 2002, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted an ordinance amending Township Ordinance No. 98-03Z, so as to adopt Amendment No. 1 of the John Lepard Planned Unit Development (PUD) The principal provisions of the amending ordinance are the following: 1 PlannedJUnit Development The amending ordinance covers certain aspects of the John Lepard PUD, located on lands commonly described as 7920 Broadmoor Avenue, 7777 Cherry Valley Avenue and 7911 Cherry Valley Avenue, and legally described as follows The Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 5 North. Range 10 West, except that part thereof lying Westerly of the centertine of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); and also except the East 233 feet of the North 233 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of said section; and also except the North 660 feet of the South 1,320 feet of the East 660 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of said section, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. 2. Land Uses A portion of the development, known as Cherry Valley Woods, is to be used for single family detached dwellings only, to be established on a site condominium basis; anoth­ er portion of the development, known as Cherry Valley Meadows, is to be used only for attached dwellings, to be established as condominiums. There shall be not more than 33 single family detached dwellings and not more than 141 multiple family attached dwellings 3 Access and Streets Access to the PUD shall be by means of an entrance off 76th Street and an entrance off Cherry Valley Avenue The streets in the PUD shall be private streets, to be constructed and used in compliance with Township pnvate street requirements Access entrances are sub|ect to County Road Commission approval 4 Development Plan The PUD must comply in all respects with the Development Plan dated January 8. 2002. subject to revisions therein required by the ordinance approving the plan 5 Dwelling Units- Dwelling units in Cherry VaHey Woods must have the minimum floor area specified m the R-R District Dwelling units m Cherry Valley Meadows must have the minimum floor area specified tor the R-3 District 6 Surface water drainage A surface water drainage plan must be prepared by the applicant and submitted to the Township, and all aspects thereof are subject to the approval of the Township Engineer All aspects of surface water drainage are to be accompkshed so as to have no significant adverse effect upon the lands m the Development or upon adjacent ry lands o« surface waters, by reason of erosion, ooilubon or otherwise The storm wate- drainage system and the operation thereof must comply with the model storm water ordnance approved by the Kent County Drain Commissioner Storm Water Management Task Force, or, ft adopted. the Caledonia Townstvp Storm Water Ordinance 7 Nature Preserve and Public Park a portion of the PUD, comprising about 55 acres and located approximately at 76th Street and Broadmoor Avenue, ts bemg votontanfy conveyed by the applicant to the Township or to other pubbe body, tor the purpose of preserving such lands in perpetuity as a nature preserve and pubbe park The acceptance of such lands tor nature pre­ serve and park purposes is subject to action by the Township Board Irrespective of any such acceptance, that part of the PUD designated as nature preserve ® to remain in its natural state, unimproved accept tor passive recreational uses, such as non-motonzed trails 8 Other Matters Other aspects of the PUD mctodrig utftbes, soi erosion and sedimentation control landscaping street lighting signage and other matters reman as specified n Township Ordinance No 98-3Z AM other aspects of the Devetopment. not covered by Ordnance No 9803Z or by the above-desenbed ordnance are to comply with the requrements of the R-R Rural Residential District 9 Effective Date The amenebng ordnance w* become eftectrve August 6. 2002 A copy of the amending ordnance may be inspected or purchased at the Township office 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan during TownsNp office hours. Dated July 22. 2002 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 301 It was pointed out this would come from an emer­ gency services budget, and not from public safety funds. A $25,000 price tag was discouraging to the board, and Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said his own survey had shown less public interest in investing money in such a project. Other groups are also conducting surveys about projects and commu­ nity interest. It may fill out the applica­ tion, without obligation, while encouraging the vil­ lage to go ahead on its own. so as not to hold up village planning. • Snow Avenue is one of the unpaved surfaces in the township, which the Kent County Road Commission has earmarked for gravel maintenance for one half mile north and south of 60th Street. Responsibility for the road is shared with Bowne and Cascade townships. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison was of the opinion that the condition of the road was not as bad as some others inside Caledo­ nia Township. He was not sure what the cost share would be. The township budgets around $40,000 per year for maintenance. Harrison said a road com­ mittee could meet an obvi­ ous need, to review current needs, prioritize which roads were in most need of main­ tenance, a matter of steward­ ship for township govern­ ment. He said there were a num­ ber of committees estab­ lished under the township, some of which were less needed than others. He thought the township might consider eliminating some and creating others. He said sometimes the responsibility of some committees could be handled more quickly by the board. Maintenance of township grounds was one issue Bravata said might be handled by the board. • A budget report was given by Trustee Richard Robertson, which led to a budget amendment. After corrections are made for the current taxes there could be a $30,000 deficit. Other adjustments could be made, which Rob­ ertson believed would result in a deficit of around $12,000. Treasurer Jill Cardwell moved to amend the budget to reflect current figures, which was supported and approved by the board. Robertson said at present the board is planning to spend more than it gets, and though there is a million dollar surplus in the bank, the approach disturbed him. Harrison acknowledged this was a valid point. This is to be addressed further in coming discussions on the budget. The medical reimburse­ ment policy for township employees who do not take the option of medical insur­ ance was discussed. The board recently learned it does not have the right plan for this year to handle medi­ cal reimbursement issues in the proper way. The finance committee recommended adding $1500 to certain employees annual salaries plus coverage of in­ creased taxes on the amount for the rest of 2002, which was approved by the board. The board will try to get the better option set up to go into effect at the beginning of 2003. • Shagbark condominium complex co-owner Jim VanDean spoke to board mem­ bers about the condo storm water problems, and read letters he said had sent pre­ viously. The development has had flooding problems for the four years since construction began, with a retention pond holding water which peri­ odically overflows into resi­ dents’ basements. VanDean said. "Before any construction on the con­ dominium property can be started, the county and or township must consider where the accumulated storm water will be dis­ charged." He said the county drain at the north is designated for discharge from Shagbark, with an eight-inch drain for overflows, and during rain, water rapidly raises from one to two inches per hour faster in the pond than the drain can handle. "An engineering survey recommended enlarging the detention pond plus a spill­ way to the county ditch." He said the same report said the bottom of the ditch is four inches higher than the Shag­ bark overflow drain, so wa­ ter in the ditch determines the level of the Shagbark pond. He said the county and township should take action to provide a ditch with ca­ pacity great enough to han­ dle the water. He said the township should also check all existing and proposed site plans for elevation lev­ els on all developments sur­ rounding Shagbark property, to assure no further engi­ neering errors occurred. He said. Northland Man­ agement w ill not be granted any additional building per­ mits until the water problem is resolved and corrected. Shouldn't the same with­ holding of building permits be applied to all properties surrounding the Shagbark Condominium Complex un­ til all water problems arc re­ solved?" He asked for an answer. In a second letter he said the delay of site plan of ap­ proval an withholding of oc­ cupancy and building per­ mits was disturbing to all in­ volved. He said this was causing a financial strain on the condo association and co-owncrs. Revenues from the unfinished buildings and new units would relieve this burden. He pointed out a loss in tax dollars. He said the insurance car­ rier also was considering eliminating coverage of wa­ ter damage and condos could not be sold He said the holdup was due to an $850 application approval fee, but costs were greater to many others, he said and asked the township to give permission. He said the ap­ proval would help but would take weeks after that Io solve the problem. Harrison said he was not aware of there had been an application, or a dispute over the site plan approval fees. Paradigm Homes wins three awards The Sales and Marketing Council of Western Michigan of the Home and Building Association of Greater Grand Rapids pre­ sented three awards to Paradigm Homes Inc. of Caledonia at the Awards of Excellence banquet Tuesday night at the Watermark Country Club. Paradigm Hornes is owned by Burke Thompson, a grad uate of Thornapple Kellogg schools. For more information, call Burke at 293-3098. �The Sun and News. MiddleviUe. MV July 30, 2002/Page 13 PUD’s to match underlying zones by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission has prepared revisions to the planned unit development zoning ordi­ nance, which would result in PUDs that follow underlying zoning and largely would eliminate mixed uses. The ordinance will be open to public discussion at a hearing in August. The Township Board must ap­ prove the draft recommen­ dations before the ordinance is implemented. Commissioners largely preferred the old version of the PUD ordinance to sug­ gestions by consultant Ken­ neth Dettloff, and chose to add some of Dettloffs sug­ gestions to the old format, where useful. Dettloff had suggested the ordinance be treated as an overlay to the underlying zoning, rather than each PUD operating under a separate ordinance and act­ ing as a separate district as it docs now An opinion by the town­ ship attorney said it would be very expensive and time consuming to change the ap­ proach now, with more than 35 PUDs already established as separate zones. He ad­ vised staying with the cur­ rent format. Township Planner Dave Zylstra also said the current PUD chapter is complex, but gives the township the con­ trol it wants. Dettloff also has been an advocate of mixed use PUDs, with commercial, in­ dustrial and residential uses allowed in a single develop­ ment. The commission has not generally favored this, but there are examples of mixed use communities in the township, such as in Ja­ sonville Farms, Garden Grove and Glen Valley in the village. There are other requests for these types of developments along the M37 corridor, but the approval of these requests is not cer­ tain, especially if the under­ lying zoning does not sup­ port it. Mixed uses were con­ ceived as serving the resi­ dents of the development community, but it was ob- Synopsis of meeting minutes VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 09. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray. Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr. William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr. Lon Myers. Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. The min­ utes of the June 25, 2002 meet­ ing were approved as corrected. The Agenda was approved as amended ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Authorized the Village President and Village Clerk to sign Grant of Easement with Middleville Development Com­ pany on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Lytie 2. Authorized signature to final plat approval of Misty Ridge Phase II, excluding the Drainage District Agreement, on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3. Appointed Mr Ed Schell mger as Village Treasurer and Mrs Rhonda Ftsk as Village Clerk to terms expmng March 31, 2003 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg. 4. Approved the invoices dated June 25, 2002 in the amount of $113,695.14 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle. 5 Allowed the Lions Club to place signs in Spring Park. Sesquicentennial Park and the parking lot adjacent to the for­ mer Masonic building on a motion made by Mrs. Corson and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 6. Authorized local match to Link Michigan in the amount of $1000 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr. Kenyon. 7 Adjourned the meeting at 7:49 PM on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytie. Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Monday through served along M-37, busi­ township a greater ability to save the natural features of nesses could not generally the property. survive on the sole support Pressure to allow mixed of a residential develop­ Portable Classrooms (3) - Caledonia uses could be resisted, if all ment, and on M-37, the Community Schools will be taking bids on PUDs are required to follow commerce would come from portable classrooms (two 23’6" x 56’ and one underlying zoning. a much wider area. Only 20’ x 40’, no restrooms, electric heat and air Density would be dictated well trafficked commercial conditioning, in good condition. Contact Gary areas in the township sur­ by the underlying zoning of an area if not changed. Delger. Director of Operations. 616-891vive. It was felt there was no Commissioner Don Koopadvantage to allowing a 0225 for information. Bids are due by noon mans wanted to keep densi ­ commercial use in a residen­ on August 30, 2002 Please send bids to ties as they are. Maximum tial PUD. Perhaps on a large Gary Delger, Director of Operations. densities for various zones parcel where underlying Caledonia Community Schools. 8944 Kraft could remain as they were, zoning is already mixed, Avenue, Caledonia. Ml 49316. Mark or could be increased. Leav­ mixed uses might work. “Portable Classroom Bid” on the face of the ing densities at two acres in More intense commercial envelope. areas have been designated See PUD's, page 14 along M-37, broken by open space areas and residential uses as a part of the master plan. Commissioners would like to stay with that plan, and give it a trial of at least five years before making COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN changes. For an exception, the developer would need to PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 19, 2002. at 7 00 p.m the Planning show how the mixed use Commission of the Charter Township o* Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia approach would be of a "rec­ Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning an ordi­ ognizable and substantial" nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The pnncipal pro­ benefit to the development visions of the proposed amending ordinance are the following and to the community at 1 Section 3 34 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to home occupations would be amended in large, stated in the applica­ its entirety Current provisions on major and minor home occupations are deleted A listing of tion. This requirement may examples of home occupations is included Minimum conditions for lawful home occupations are be asked for on all PUD ap­ specified A definition of home occupation is also provided 2 Section 3 34 of the Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to add provisions for home based plications, as well. businesses. A home based business is defined as an occupation or profession carried on by one The recent open space re­ or more members of a family residing on the premises, plus not more than one additional non-res quirement (OSP) at the state ident employee, but subject to various conditions concerning maximum building floor area for the level resulted in an open business, and other limitations. space ordinance for the Examples of permitted home based businesses are specified A home based business may not township, drafted in April, negatively impact the residential character ol the neighborhood, and there may be no external evi­ which can occur on parcels dence of the carrying on of such a business, except for permitted signage of no less than 10 acres. The Minimum conditions for home based businesses are specified The Planning Commission may open space zoning allows also approve home occupations and home based businesses which are similar in character to clustering and preserves up those listed in Section 3.34 Provisions are also included for the issuance of permits tor home to 50 percent of a parcel in occupations and home based businesses, and no such activities can be carried on without the issuance of such permits. Other provisions covering home occupations and home based busi­ permanent open space. This nesses are included in the amending ordinance. applies to the agricultural 3. Chapter XIX, pertaining to signs in all districts, would be added to the Zoning Ordinance, in preservation/rural residential replacement of existing Chapter XIX. Among other provisions, Chapter XIX includes numerous zones. Agricultural practice sign definitions; general sign provisions including requirements on placement and illumination of can continue, but these signs; computation of sign area; sign permits and applications therefor, exempt signs, temporary zones are not limited to only signs, banners and flags, political signs; prohibited signs; specific provisions for signs in all of the ag use. zoned districts in the Township and in planned unit development districts and for special land Currently, PUDs are not uses; construction and maintenance requirements for signs; non-conforming signs; portable and temporary signs and other provisions pertaining to the installation, maintenance and nature of allowed in the ag district. signs within the Township. Some commissioners ques­ 4 Section 21.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the restoration and repair of non con tioned this. Where utilities forming buildings and structures is amended to provide that if a non-conforming building or struc­ are available, greater resi­ ture containing a conforming use is damaged by fire or other casualty, the non-conforming build­ dential densities may be al­ ing or structure may nevertheless be rebuilt if such rebuilding does not increase the non-con­ lowed, and some PUDs formity of the building or structure. The amending ordinance includes other changes pertaining to might be allowed there. non-conforming uses, buildings and structures. Commissioner Duane 5. The Open Space Preservation Overlay (O-S-P) District would be added to the Zoning Gunnink thought if the ter­ Ordinance The O-S-P District would be available for condominium developments, platted subdi­ rain did not allow agricul­ visions and land divisions in the A Agricultural District and the R-R Rural Residential District, as an overlay district, with the underlying zoning provisions remaining in place, except for dimen­ ture, a PUD should be al­ sional and minimum lot area requirements. Permitted uses in the O-S-P District include single lowed in some cases. family detached dwellings, farms, orchards, nurseries, greenhouses and accessory buildings and Though the land could al­ uses. ready be platted into twoThe minimum area of an O-S-P District is ten acres, though the Planning Commission may m acre lots, or clustered in an its discretion approve a district of fewer than ten acres. open space development, Other provisions in the O-S-P Chapter include requirements on eligibility of lands, preservation Gunnink said the PUD of open space and natural features, design standards, water supply and sanitary sewer service mechanism would give the requirements; requirements for open space, including dedication of at least 50% of the gross area For Sale CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ELECTION NOTICE To the qualified electors of the township of Irving notice is hereby given that a Primary Election will be held in Irving Township on August 6, 2002, from 7.00 a m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of nominating candidates for the following offices Clerk and one Trustee The polling places are in Freeport at the Community Building at 209 State St. for Precinct 1 and at the township hall on the comer of Wood School and Wing Roads for Precinct 2. Electors who wish to receive an absentee voter ballot for the Pomary Election by mail may submit an AV application by 2:00 p.m. August 2, 2002. Electors qualified to obtain an Absentee Voter ballot for the Primary Election may vote in person in the Township office up to 4:00 p.m August 5, 2002. Contact the clerk at 3241 Wood School Rd . Middleville, Ml 49333 Phone #948-8893. Carol Er gang Irving Township Clerk 300 of the site as open space held m common ownership, and building density, including circum­ stances m which bonus building density may be approved Other provisions in the O-S-P Chapter include requirements as to access, internal roads and driveways location of lots and dwellings, mnimum buiidng setbacks and minimum yard require­ ments, transition area requirements; pedestrian circulation, phasing of developments, architec­ tural and site design requirements, and procedural provisions for establishment of O-S-P Districts, after Planning Commission pubic hearing and approval, without requirement for rezonmg of the lands. There are other provisions concerning compatibility with adjacent uses, compliance with nonTownship regulations and revisions m approved O-S-P site plans 6 The amending ordinance also includes amendments m Chapter XV of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to me Planned Unit Development (PUD) District Among other matters the proposed amendments r the PUD Chapter include a prohibition on a mixed-use PUD in the A A R-R zon •ng districts, modification of budding density provisions rctudmg authorization of building density bonus of up to 10% under specified requirements, modification of the amount and computation of momum open space areas c a PUD, authority of Planning Commission to modify maximum building height requirement, revision r buffer zone provisions, amendment of provision withhokF mg PUD jurisdiction from Zoning Board of Appeals and other amendments r the PUD Chapter A copy of the amending ordinance » on fie m the Township offee and may be reviewed by inter­ ested persons during Township offee hours All eterested persons may attend the pubic hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to the Townsnip office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the pubic hearing Dated July 25 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 303 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Juty 30. 2002 Caledonia Fire Dept moves to hire 6 firefighters by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Demands on Caledonia's Fire Department have in­ creased about 25 percent over the previous year, as reported at the July 17 Township Board meeting by acting Fire Chief Brian Ben­ nett. So plans are being made to hire six firefighters, but they’ll have to pass more strenuous tests. Bennett presented a report based on the first two quar­ ters of the month with com­ parisons with the first two quarters in the previous year. In the first quarter of last year, there were 72 runs and this year's first quarter had 94 runs, up about 23 per­ cent. The second quarters of 2fX)l and 2002 showed an increase of 26 percent, with 80 and 108 runs, respcclively. Total runs for < he first half of the two years Service calls were up percent of all calls take have been nine interviews, from 2.6 percent last year to place between 7 a.m. and 4 and the committee has rec­ ommended six are to con­ 10 percent this year. Service p.m. The projected payroll tinue to the next step of test­ calls include lock-outs, as­ sistance to the police and in­ costs for 2002 with the cur­ ing. All have passed back­ cidents of unauthorized rent rate of growth and the ground checks. He said the goal of the wages of hiring new fire­ burning. Runs made because of fighters is $87,500. This committee is to have an im­ hazardous conditions were falls within the annual proved and upgraded fire down from nearly 12 per­ budget, which is for department in Caledonia. He cent last year to 6.5 percent $92,500. right on target, said the next test, which he would like to become a this year. These are runs to Bennett said. A firefighter search by the regular requirement for hir­ deal with gas leaks, vehicle Fire Department Search ing is an agility test for the accident cleanup etc. There were slightly more Committee is under way, new firefighters. "We know the firefighters than 6 percent of false headed up by Bill Thorton, a retired fire chief from an­ you have now can do the alarms both years. This year 65 of the 108 other area who has 50 years job." They are grandfathered Bill Thornton runs during the first six fire department experience . in. The agility test is con­ months took place primarily and 30 years as a fire chief. were 152 and 202. He is currently secretary ducted statewide, he ex­ The breakdown of types between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. of runs showed EMS and In the previous two years, and treasurer of the State of plained. the test has met rescue were by far the larg­ 324 runs out of 662 took Michigan Fire Chiefs Asso­ challenges and is recom­ mended by the State Fire est reason for department place during that time of ciation. Thorton reported there Chiefs. New applicants runs at 68.5 percent of the day. Bennett concluded 50 total last year and down slightly to 65.1 percent this year. Fire calls were 6.6 per- Df/ntcent last year and 4.5 per PUD S, Continued from page 13 cent this year. the ag preservation zone was in the first case, with 12 lots and other infrastructure and SAVE ON YOUR AUTO & HOME If you hove your personal auto and homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less. Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners... from Farm Bureau Insurance. Call now. Cindy Feenstra 4695 N. 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WHO DOES RIGHT -N- TIGHT TRUST TO HANDLE THEIR for Primary Election August 6, 2002 if homes are too close to­ gether. it detracts from the quality of the project. Offer­ ing a 10 percent bonus may be given in certain circum­ stances. listed in the ordi­ nance. Details such as for emer­ gency access, spaces be­ tween buildings, elevations, lighting related to the PUD perimeter, buffer zones, etc. were discussed. Other agency approvals are speci­ fied. A check list for docu­ mentation to accompany the application is planned. Un­ derstanding by the applicant, of the regulations is needed. would be required to take the test. It affirms that appli­ cants can lift the ladder, can climb the ladder, maintain strength, endurance and bal­ ance. climb stairs within a set length of time, can carry first aid kits and defibrilla­ tors. etc. Thorton was of the opin­ ion the test should be passed before a job offer is made, but the offer must be made first, pending passing the physical. A fitness test is al­ ready done in which the ap­ plicant must wear a breath­ ing device. A new inexperienced fire­ fighter requires 400 hours of training, over the first two years of involvement. Phone 616-891-5789 *C&a Business Servxei has ai us to concentrate on our core business *r»e removing the neao ache ot eorrpng about booateeo W Joe Sheehan ana Jamie Wright Owners Right M Tight Service 6813 WNtney^se Afto Ifcchigar 612 E Main Street Caledonia, Ml 49316 C&K Business Services, LLC can be the remedy for your boobkeeping headaches. Call us today. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/Jufy 30. 2002/Page 15 Forum, from pg. 1 asked to define “pro-family” in today’s economic climate, where two-wage families are making less in real terms than single-wage earners made years ago. A1J three GOP candidates called for tax cuts. Wicks proposed allowing families to pay less for public educa­ tion, through tax credits, if they choose to pay for their children to attend private schools. Birkholz said legis­ lators need to anticipate “un­ intended consequences” of policies that may end up burdening families, and Gei­ ger said care should be taken not to discourage workers, since many find today’s life­ style “rewarding." The two Democrats were unsure of a solution. Luka siewicz will marry next year, and said that she and her significant other have al­ ready realized they will need two incomes and still may not be able to buy a house. “I don’t know what we can do, because it’s become so ingrained in our society,” I^jkasiewicz said. Van Derske earned a laugh when he said, “(My late wife) never had to get out and really work for a liv­ ing. She only had eight kids to take care of.” He added that he feels sorry for young workers, saying. “I don’t know how they make it.” With the state facing a looming budget crisis, the candidates were asked to identify potential cuts and share their views on the re­ cent hike in the cigarette tax. Lukasiewicz said that zero-based budgets for nonessential programs could help abate the crisis. She pledged to protect funding for education, the environ­ ment and road maintenance, and in her most passionate response of the day, she came out firmly against the cigarette tax. “It is unethical and im­ moral to take advantage of that addiction,” Lukasiewicz said. “I think it is utterly wrong, and it was strongly opposed by Democrats. It was the Republicans (who) put that through the House, and it was the Republicans taking advantage of people who cannot help them­ selves.” “I don’t know that I’d have raised (the tax) that high,” fellow Democrat Van Derske said. “It’s a way to get a little extra revenue to cover up the blunders that have been made in the last few years.” Birkholz voted for the cigarette tax as a ‘‘short-term fix.” She said studies show that higher prices help keep young people from starting to smoke, and cited the “horrendous expense” on state budgets to care for smoking-related illnesses and deaths. Geiger and Wicks agreed that they would have voted for the tax. Geiger called it a diffi­ cult decision, but he thought it was the “most benign way” to make up the state’s budget shortfall, since the political will hasn’t yet mounted for cuts. Geiger warned that next year would be much more difficult, since the govern­ ment has used up all of its “creative” measures to prop up the budget. He listed public security, public safety and basic health care as his top funding priorities. Wicks said he would re­ duce or eliminate “unneces­ sary programs” and grow the economy to make up the shortfall. He said he would work to repeal the Prevail­ ing Wage Act, which man­ dates that public construc­ tion project bids must in­ clude wages set by the local union. Wicks said the law causes taxpayers to overpay for public projects. Birkholz said the state must encourage and attract new businesses and keep the ones it already has while maintaining rollbacks on the income tax and single-busi­ ness tax. The candidates were then asked whether or not schools are better off in the eight years after the passage of Proposal A, which cut property taxes as the princi­ pal means of funding public education and increased the sales tax from four to six cents on the dollar. Van Derske expressed some skepticism about the success of Proposal A. “We all have to tighten our belts,” Van Derske said. “Things are going to get worse before they get better. “I was never enthused about Proposal A. My prop­ erty taxes now are probably ATHLETIC DIRECTOR'S SECRETARY HIGH SCHOOL OFFICE/SECRETARY 571/2 hours per week School year plus four (4) weeks Starting first week of August Ending one (1) week after school is out High school diploma or Its equivalent, ability to communicate clearly and follow direc­ tions a good work attitude and record, good attendance pattern, accounting skills computer skills and good organizational skins ability to relate positively with stu­ dents staff and parents. Please apply in writing to: Ellen Zack. Principal Thomapple Kellogg High School 5885 Bender Road Middleville, Ml 49555 just as high as they were be­ fore this was instituted. “I’ve talked to a lot of school teachers and they would sure love to get some books for their kids. Some people are getting them and some people are not. There seems to be a lot of inequi­ ties in this.” The other four candidates asserted that Proposal A has successfully reined in prop­ erty taxes and equalized school funding across the state. The Republicans all expressed the belief that schools still need to be held more accountable for the money they receive, and uniformly denounced any changes to Proposal A that might result in an increase in property taxes. Lukasiewicz acknowl­ edged that Proposal A “did what it set out to do,” but she was not prepared to take a stand either for or against changes to the law, express­ ing a wait-and-see attitude, especially if educational funding begins to dry up. The topic of the forum then switched to the socalled “War on Drugs,” and candidates were asked about their strategies for dealing with what so far has been a losing battle. Every candidate agreed that more treatment is needed to combat the issue at its roots. Geiger called for more enforcement, but noted that substance abuse is often related to mental illness and that we “need to treat the ill­ ness to treat the person.” He suggested increased in­ prison and post-prison treat­ ment programs. Birkholz echoed that sen­ timent. saying. “Remedia­ tion is the only answer.” She said more remediation pro­ grams are needed, but they’re expensive and budget cuts have and will hurt them. “In a budget crunch, it seems easier to just leave people in jail, but studies have shown addictive be­ havior only increases in prisons, even with limited access,” Birkholz said. Wicks said that multiple offenders should get jail time, but first-time offenders should receive “preventative care,” including social serv­ ices and treatment, a notion he admitted was “generally rare for a Republican.” He also raised the question of who might be benefiting from any illicit trade, citing the recent example of the cigarette smuggling opera­ tion between North Carolina and Michigan that was fun­ neling money to the militant Hezbollah group in the Mid­ dle East. Van Derske equated some of the criminal problems surrounding illicit drugs to those caused by the failed prohibition of alcohol in the 20th century. He said he would vote for limited ac­ cess to marijuana on a trial basis, through state-con­ trolled stores. “There are so many peo­ ple that use it. we might as well get some taxation out of it,” Van Derske said. Geiger pointed out that the state still lacks clear sen­ tencing guidelines for per­ sons convicted of metham­ phetamine manufacture, but Birkholz revealed that draft legislation will be intro­ duced in the fall to set those guidelines. The forum concluded with each candidate provid­ ing a brief personal profile. Moderator Jacobs closed the gathering with a call to arms for voters. “You have to read, you have to study, you have to w ant to be a part of (the po­ litical process).” Jacobs said. “There are so many people out there... (who) don't have a clue about the issues, and that's why we have bad legislation. That's why we have bad laws. “Don't blame (politicians) for bad legislation. If you got bad legislation, look in the mirror... it's probably because you weren't there w hen you needed to be. You didn't write the letters, you didn’t make the phone calls. “If you don't like the way things are. get out there and do something about it. It's not always easy... but I say to you, go out and do it. Make sure you do it. be­ cause it’s important.” Members of the audience were invited to submit writ­ ten questions, and many did. but none of those questions were asked at the forum. Ja­ cobs said an effort would be made to pose those ques­ tions to each candidate at a later, unspecified date. A second forum, this time for all Barry County Board of Commissioners candi­ dates with races in the Aug. 6 primary, will be held on Friday. July 26. Sponsored by TIP OFF TIME: CHECK IN TIME1 ______ 7±3O am _______ 8:00 am Boys & Girls (Ages 13-16) Men & Women (Ages 17-25) COST: $ rw r” S. Oakt Cteob payaNe to Men & Women (Ages 25+) Name__________________ Name__________________ Name Team Captain___________ Team Captain___________ Team Captain___________ Phone *________________ Phone #________________ Phone # ?? Questions ?? _______________ ___________ Cal! (616) 948-3025 Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce • 221 W State Street • Hastings, Ml 490S8 �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/July 30. 2002 Feng Shui demonstrates alternative home work by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Nowadays it seems that everyone wants their house to be paired down, less clut­ tered, easier to clean, more in harmony with their life­ style. With that in mind, the Cale­ donia branch of the Kent District Library held a work­ shop not long ago on the ba­ sics of Feng Shuio. The need to create orderly spaces for oneself seemed apparent with the large gathering for this discussion. Minnie Kansman from the Lowell area, a Feng Shui ex­ pert and owner of Eco-Bal­ ance. Humanity in Harmony with Nature, spoke to the large group about use of the “Basic Bagua" or Feng Shui compass and simple steps to achieve harmony within your home. Though Feng Shui is an ancient lifestyle, originating overseas, the basic princi­ ples have made their way to the western world. The prac­ tice of Feng Shui can take years to master, but some of the basic ideas can be used in everyday life, homes and business environments. Kansman was able to il­ lustrate her Feng Shui points with a slide presentation and handouts. One of her hand­ outs was titled 'Minnie’s Top Nine Feng Shui Tips.’ Some of the tips included: 1. Fay attention to your front entrance, if you don’t use it...start. Attract Chi (good energy) here with wind chimes, plants, light­ ing, and color. 2. Clear clutter in the space so the Chi can flow smoothly once it has entered your space. 3. Keep all doorways free from blockages — they could represent blocked op­ portunities for you! Kansman gave the audi­ ence a list of books to help them in their search for Feng Shui information. The West­ ern Guide to Feng Shui by Terah Katheryn Collins, published by Hay House, Inc.; Feng Shui Tips for a Better Life by David Daniel Kennedy published by Sto­ rey Books and Cfear Your Clutter with Feng Shui by Karen Kingston published by Broadway Books were just a few of the items men­ tioned. For more information about Feng Shui and the services offered by Eco-Balance, Humanity in Harmony with Nature, contact Minnie Kansman at 616-897-5340. For more information about the happenings at your local Caledonia Library con­ tact them at 647-3840. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA, MIDDLEVILLE, HASTINGS. GUN LAKE. SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS •HR Kansman shows the audience the basics of the Bagua or Feng Shui compass. Minnie Kansman, owner of Eco-Balance, Humanity in Harmony with Nature, illustrated the basics of Feng Shui with a slideshow presentation. The art of Feng Shui may take years to master but basic principles can easily be put into practice for the home and business envi­ ronments. Amanda Spica graduated summa cum laude from Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Ind. May 18. Her bachelor of business administration degree was Higgins. Thanks to the work of local artist Grant Rath, the Grille’s walls are cov­ ered with art work. Rath is a resident of Mid­ dleville, but his artwork hangs at the Grille in Cale­ donia. “He’s getting more exposure here than he would if (the art work) was hang­ ing at his house,’’ said Bruce Higgins. “He changes the paintings, he’s been adding to them lately. “We enjoy the response that we’ve gotten from cus- tomers. And we like to help other local artists.” Rath’s current artwork at the Grille ranges in price from $350 to $500 His de­ sign business (graphic de­ sign. brochure, illustration and murals) is called “Grapes of Rath Design.” For further information about the artist or his work • call Rath at 616-795-7066 For more information about the Monterey Grille Restau rant contact them at 616891-2928. Can 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION ads. Amanda Spica conferred in an outdoor cer­ emony in the court of Le Mans Hall. Spica is a graduate of Caledonia High School and is the daughter of Robert and Beth Spica of Bryon Center. Quality Auto Glass Whether it’s wildlife horses or floral scenes, Rath’s artwork seems to capture the essence of his subject. Quality Service j at an affordable price Mobile Service Direct Insurance Billing Certified Technicians JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED There’s No Substitute For Quality... Clearly You Will See The Difference! 100% Guarantee on repairs by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer There’s a new look to the Monterey Grille Restaurant, owned by Bruce and Kerri Caledonia graduate receives degree Jiitwduciiuj... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service! • Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks Loaners Available Monterey Grille displays paintings of local artist yj^i Hastings Mutual fair Insurance Company XV A. Haonp. BODY SHOP HO Johnson at Kinsey 616-891-0150 U? meet by accident 4 • Daniel I nch Judy Harrison Iter St BB 1 F S 6090 Alden Nash, Alto 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/July 30. 2002'Page 17 Middleville man arrested for Oct., 2001 murder Sharon R. Habeggar MIDDLEVILLE - Sharon R. Habegger, age 63, of Middleville, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2002 at home. Sharon Rose Habegger was bom on July 26, 1938 at home, Monroe, Ind., the daughter of Amos and Rosalene (Marsh) Hirschy. She was raised in Monroe, Ind and attended Adams Central High School. Monroe. Ind., graduating in 1956. She was married to James Habegger on July 7. 1956 at Cross Reformed Church. Berne. Ind An awesome homemaker, known for her country cook­ ing and pies. She was an avid gardener, doll collector and antique collector. She attended Middleville United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband. Jim (James) Habegger of Middleville; two daughters. Vickie (Tim) Welton of Middleville. Diane Habegger of Augusta MI; two sons, Bruce (Kathy) Habegger of Tipp City, Ohio, Steven (Marge) Habegger of Empire. MI; 16 grandchildren; her father. Amos Hirschy of Berne. IN; mother-in-law. Dolores Reichard of Rockford, OH; one sister, Colleen (Henry) Sipe of Lebanon. TN; two brothers. Clifford (Vera) Hirschy of Texas; Dwight (Doris) Hirschy of Berne. IN; many friends, nephews and special friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosalene Hirschy. Funeral services were held Saturday morning at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiated Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Mid­ dleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTORS NEEDED! PENNOCK HEALTH SERVICES is seeking Group Fitness Instructors (or our on site Health & Wellness Center. CPR and aerobic certifications arc a must! Prefer candidates with the ability to instruct various types of fitness classes. Please apply to: PENNOCK HEAI TH SERVICES; Attn Human Resource* Department. 1009 West Green Street. Hastings. Michigan 49058; (616) 945-1753. Fax (616) 9450825; pennock I <g> iscrv-nct www.pennvckhealth,cam Pennock HEALTH^SEIVICBS Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville Three people hurt in two car crash Three people were hurt in a two-car crash on 60th Street and Whitneyville Ave. Wednesday according to the Kent County Sheriffs Department. Deputies reported that a westbound 1989 GMC Jimmy driven by Eugene Montgomery, 34, of Me­ costa failed to stop for the stop sign at Whitneville Ave. and struck a north­ bound vehicle at 1:55 p.m. Montgomery was ejected and suffered severe back and internal injuries. He was taken by Aeromed to Spectrum Downtown where he was admitted in critical condi­ tion. Two passengers in the second vehicle, a 1997 Honda Civic were admitted to Spectrum Health Down­ town with non-life threaten­ ing injuries. They are driver Melissa Vantil, 33, of Grand Rapids and her passenger, Jill Glea­ son, 29. Deputies said alcohol does not appear to be a fac­ tor and none of the injured were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. Kent County Sheriff De­ tectives arrested a 56- yearold Middleville man Friday for the Oct. 25, 2001. mur­ der of William Edward Drummond II near Byron Center. According to sheriff de­ tectives, the suspect was an acquaintance of the victim. Police believe the suspect acted alone, but will not re­ lease details on the motive due to the ongoing investi­ gation. However, another area newspaper has reported that the incident may be connected to romantic en­ tanglement. The Middleville man was being held in the Kent County Correctional Facility awaiting arraignment on first-degree murder and fel- Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil Must see this 4 bedroom. 2 bath home located approximately 3 miles south of Gun l^ake Large yard with stream running through the back, and inground pool. This home has many amenities including tile floors, formal dining area and fin­ ished basement with fireplace. Call Bobbie J. Ritchie for Appt. (616) 437-6602 RIVERTOWN REALTY LLC icing All Brands for 29 >• We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns 795-5654 the suspect's name pending arraignment. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE • Sand • Limestone LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! ony firearm charges. 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Venton of Middleville was one of 19 student-athletes at MacMurray College in Jacksonville, III., named to the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference’s 200102 academic all-conference team. A sophomore majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at the col­ lege in 2001-02, Venton competed in tennis. Membership on the SLIAC academic all-confer­ ence team is limited to stu­ dent-athlete earning a 3.5 or higher cumulative grade­ point average on a 4.0 scale. Teresa Venton “With the emphasis of Division III athletics on the Middleville woman on MacMurray list Teresa K. Venton of Middleville has been recog­ nized for academic excel­ lence at MacMurray College in Jacksonville. III. She was posted on the dean’s list for the spring semester of the 2001-02 aca­ demic year, according to Dean Jim Gouldmg. The fall semester dean's list includes 132 students. Students had to achieve a grade-point average of al least 3.5 on the college’s 4.0 grading scale for at least 12 credit hours of academic work to qualify for the dean's list. Venton. a sophomore dur­ ing the spring semester, is majoring in deaf and hard of hearing: teacher education at MacMurray. a 155-year-old. private, career-directed lib­ eral arts college. The daughter of Edward and Nancy Venton of Middleville, she is a 2001 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. student-athlete, it is reward­ ing to see such a high num­ ber of our athletes succeed­ ing in the classroom.” Athletic Director Dr Robert Gay said. “We are very proud of these men and women for w hat they have been able to accomplish on and off the athletic fields." Venton is the daughter of Ed and Nancy Venton of Middleville and is a 2001 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. MacMurray is a 155-yearold. private, career-directed liberal arts college. The Highlanders and Lady Highlanders teams compete in NCAA Division III. AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Stop in and test drive the all-new TC24D compact tractor equipped with a 12LA quick attach loader. This Class 1 compact has a powerful 24 hp. New Holland diesel powerplant with a proven two speed hydrostatic drive transmission, and four-wheel drive - all backed by New Holland's three year drivetrain warranty! The 12LA quick-attach loader has an incredible 750-pound lifting capacity. Together the TC24D and 12LA are the finest Class I tractor/loader package in the industry! With approved New Holland Credit, you can take one home, (or better yet we'll deliver one to you!!) for as little as $212.00 per month!♦♦ •♦Pajmeni is based on 10% down ♦ applicable sales tax. u/balance financed for 84 months <£ 7.9% interest NEW M0LUVC CREDIT MWHOLAM Vintage Village adds Keeler-Thatcher home Originally built in 1892 by John Keeler, one of Andrew Keeler’s sons, this Mid­ dleville home of Pat and Duane Thatcher has been selected as the next piece in the Vintage Village collection created by the Village Players Pieces can be pre-or­ dered by sending a check for $15.00 to the Village Players. Post Office Box 388. Middleville 49333. The piece will also be available in the fall at Pharmacy Care^ Shear Pleasure and Thomapple Floral. Eleven local students earn degrees at MSU Eleven local students re­ ceived degrees at the end of the winter semester for the 2001-02 academic year at Michigan State University. The students, their home­ towns, types of degrees, ma­ jor fields of study and spe­ cial academic honors, where applicable, were: • Jennie Eileen Elliott of Alto, bahelor of arts, general management. • Matthew John Postma of Alto, bachelor of science, building construction man­ agement. • Jessica Lynn Winsor of Alto, bachelor of arts, edu­ cation, honors. • Joshua M. Corsaut of Caledonia, bachelor of arts, finance. • Cheryl Rae Davis of Caledonia, master of arts, K12 education administration. • Rebecca A. Vanderluian of Caledonia, bachelor of arts, psychology. • Anne-Marie Christine Hart of Middleville, bache­ lor of science, international studies, social sciences, en­ vironmental policy. • David Brian Johnson of Middleville, K-12 education administration. • Elizabeth Ann Steensma of Middleville, bachelor of science, physiology, honors. • Angela Marie Totten of Middleville, bachelor of arts, education. • Joy Lynn VanVolkinburg of Middleville, bache­ lor of arts, accounting. 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PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in thit news paper is subject tn the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color. reli­ gion, rex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination " Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 610-151 2980 The HUI) toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800 927 ATTRACTIVE LAKE FRONT home on Gun Lake. 1 year lease, $800 a month + deposit, no smoking, no pets. (269)672-2173 THORN-BARRY APART MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. F or Sale LARGE 3 PIECE blue sec tional: in excellent condition, 2 seat sections recline and the middle section has a snack table that pulls down with a small table tray and 2 cup holders. New full size bed at the end of the couch $800 (269)948-7921 Garage Sale 6350 W. IRVING RD: Fri­ day & Saturday, 8am-5pm. Electronics, household items & miscellaneous. MOVING SALE: Everything must go! Furniture, bed n xim, formal dining room - like new, patio, appli­ ances, grills, trampoline, clothing, wall decor, etc. Thursday & Friday, August 1st 4c 2nd, 9am-8pm, Satur­ day, August 3rd, 9am-4pnru 10120 68th St., Alto, east of Alaska/Caledonia area NEIGHBORHOOD SALE: Rolling Oaks Lane, Middle­ ville. M-37 to Parmalee East, North on Robertson to Roll­ ing Oaks Lane. August 1st, 2nd 4c 3rd, 9am-4pm. 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Grapnics, 1351 N. M 43 Hwy, Hastings. At the front counter. Help Wanted AUTO BODY REPAIR PERSON: immediate open­ ing for experienced auto body repair person. Newly remodeled facility offering all fringe benefits, contact Ed at (616)891-0150 for de­ tails & appointment. CUSTOMER SERVICE PAID WEEKLY: NO LAY­ OFFS, $500/WK. TO START. Call (616)243-9131. Qualify for $1,000 produc­ tion bonus for August. No experience necessary - local outlet for large Michigan Mfg. company has immedi­ ate openings. 30 Workers needed, 90 day promotions available. Full time starts at over $500/week. Call be­ tween 10am-3pm. GOLF COURSE EQU1PMENT MECHANIC: full or part time. Apply in person Saskatoon Golf Club, (616)891-9229. PRESCHOOL TEACHER and Aide, part tune. Call Dawn at 616-877-0525. THE CALEDONIA D4cW Food Center located at 9375 Cherry Valley SE is now hir­ ing’ We are currently seek­ ing part-time cashiers, deli clerks and meat clerks Expe­ rience is not required, as we will provide training. Must be 18 or older for all posi­ tions and available evenings and weekends. Please apply at the store. EOE. Household 5 PIECE BEDROOM SUITE includes dresser, bureau, tall mirror, night stand head/ footboard 4t frame, deep pocket mattress 4t spring, $1,500 Frigidaire refrigera­ tor, 21cu. ft., includes ice­ maker, $550. Hard fiberglass cap for Ford Ranger pickup, white, $350. (616)896-3105 In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF Tim Benedict, 1/10/60-7/31/00. To some you may be forgot­ ten, to others, a part of the past. To us, who have loved and lost you, your memory will always last. It's lonely here without you, we miss you more each day. It's not the same for us since you were taken away. When we visit your resting site and place our flowers there, no one knows the heartache when we tum and leave you there. Love always. Mom, Dad, Kelly, Judy 4c kids, little Jeff and big Jeff Bates. Lawn & Garden TRAIL MOWER: 44 cut, 10-1/2hp motor, hardly used, $600 obo. (616)5544777 WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies 4c Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish 4c Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm. Lost & Found LOST: gray (616)795-7963 or 9562. Poodle, (616)698- BU1LDING/CONSTRUCTION LABORER: to $20/hr. + overtime, trainees/skilied, needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. CABLE/HOME HOOKUP, to $1923/hr. Lots of hours, entry' level, major company, start now, (616)949-2424, Jobhne Fee HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL: to $12.50/hr ♦ great benefits. General office duties. Great advancement potential. (616)949-2424 Job­ line Fee. FASHION MODELS: to $50/hr. Runway catalog, male/female, entry level, needed now, (616)949-2424 Jobline. PACKAGE/EXPRESS/DELIVERY DRIVER: to $800/wk * benefits. Small cargo truck. Training pro­ vided. Daily route hiring now! (616)949-2424 Joblme Fee CAFETERIA/FOOD SERV­ ICE WORKER: to $13/hr + benefits. Entry/skilled level. Full & part time, needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property has 2.5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be’ (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612.________ FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225.____________________ GAYLORD AREA: 4 85 beautifully wooded acres, ideal camping/hunting base, short drive to state land and Jordan River Driveway, cleared site, electric, $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land contract, www.northernlandco.com. Northern Land Company, 1-800-9683118. Pets MIDDLEVILLE: new 3 bed­ room home on 1/2 acre w’ooded lot m Pine Haven Estates 4 miles southeast of Middleville 1280sq. ft. fin­ ished, 2 baths, laundry, 1g. livingroom and much more, $144,900. (616)891-8457 or (616)318-3817. Recreation 1986 GALAXY 18' I/O. 140H Mercruiser motor. Runs great, looks good, stor­ ed Winters. New cover, $4,790 obo (616)891 -9434 Cai/ 945 9554 to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Middle Villa Lanes LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded & insured. FAMILY FUN PAYS’ Fri., Aug. 2nd., to Sun., Sept. 1st Real Estate 85' ALGONQUIN LAKE FRONT: nice 2 bedroom walkout on large lot, central air, natural gas, upper & lower decks, 2 car garage, quality kitchen. Great loca­ tion & view, $223,000. List­ ing with RE soon. (616)9453923 NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Call for times— 795-3640 or 891-1287 M0<5 POCJS £ POP _____ on M-37just north of Middleville 96 Chev Suburban LS 4x4, high miles, exceptionally dean *10,500 Miscellaneous IT'S TIME FOR get quotes on years form 4c needs. Call Print 9105. schools to upcoming newsletter Plus 945- PRINT PLUS- Your printing center for all types of print­ ing. Check us out for a quote on your print job. 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NEED SOME PRINTING done’ Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554 V-6. auto air 96000 miles 4x4 *2,995 *9,995 01 Chevy Blazer LT 4 door 4x4 low miles •18,995V _ �Page 20/The Sun and News Middleville. MVJuly 30. 2002 Final program scheduled for today at TK library Selling ears for education Brian and Kyle McKe­ own are selling “Peaches ‘n Cream" sweet corn to help raise money to pay for college Brian (on left) says, “I tried to figure out how many ears I needed to sell to pay for dental school at Detroit Mercy but gave up when the numbers got too big. Kyle attends Michigan State University $4,ooo Rebate Words from History from the Declaration of Inde­ pendence to Neil Armstrong on the moon were part of a presentation by Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library “heroes" on July 24 Pictured are Cassie DeHaan and Elena Gormley. On venture vans 14 In-Stock 1/2 Ton, 3/4 Ton HD Silverados by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Summer Reading Club Wrap Up at the Thor­ napple Kellogg School and Community Library will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, with Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss, who will present stories for the whole family. The summer reading club prize drawings will follow the program. The summer hours for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library are Mondays and Wednesdays Tl including Diesel & Crew Cabs with from 9 a.m. Io 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The li­ brary will be closed for cleaning from Aug. 5-9. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. The library advisory board encourages library pa­ trons to give gift books to the library. Gift forms arc available at the library. 5 In-Stock Tatioes & Suburbans with ■ 1 Trailbladers ls Trim $2,500 Rebate Do 14 In-Stock Buicks All with x 60 or $3,000 Rebate think "sic lie nd Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick of s p a c e? Well... so is our deck, if you’re not on it© Monday & Wednesday 8 to 8. Tuesday Thursday & Fnday 8-8 Saturday 9 - 1290 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 www.billseif.com W GM Hours Mow Thur Friday Saturday Sunday 8 30am 6 30am 7:00am 9 00am Location - 8 00pm 10:00pm - 6:00pm ■ 2 00pm Caledonia Crossings Mall Cherry Valley (M 37) Mile South of 84 th 891 7700 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-08-06.pdf e9463548d089ff29bb6af0b0a05be52c PDF Text Text Yoiir Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas NG.-42/August 6, 2002 131st year Middleville, mivniyan 4*333 Miss Middleville-Barry County to walk ‘Out of Darkness’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Andrea Bucher will be promoting her platform as the 2002 Miss Middleville/Barry County during the first "Out of the Darkness" walk in Washing­ ton D.C. Aug. 17 and 18. She is raising funds for the 26-mile walk from Fair­ fax, Va.. to Washington DC. The net proceeds of the walk will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. A stu­ dent at Ferris State Univer­ sity, Bucher hopes to go on to graduate school in clinical psychology. "I'd like to use my educa­ tion and personal experience to counsel others who arc hurling cither from a loss to suicide or those who see no other way Io go on." Bucher said. Her excitement about par­ ticipating with more than 3,000 people from across the country in the "Out of the Darkness" walk is bound­ less. She sees this as a way to continue her goal of edu­ cating the public on the pre­ vention of suicide. Donations can be sent to Out of the Darkness, 135 S. LaSalle , Department 7401, Chicago III., 60674-7401. Enclose name and address with the donation, Andrea Bucher as the participant name and the code number DKDC-2OO2, event code 3694 and check digit 7. Contributions also can be made online at www.BcThe- The auxiliary of the (newly air-conditioned and remodeled) American Legion Hall (Post #305) will have an open market Saturday. Aug. 24, for vendors of produce, crafts, antiques and more. Booth spaces are still available Legion Auxiliary plans open market August 24 Andrea O. Bucher People.com, using the same codes and being sure to include her name. Bucher said, "I am walk­ ing so far to do something bold and to try to end the si­ lence surrounding the issue of suicide." She added, "I am involved in this event physically, mentally and emotionally. I appreciate any support I get whether it is financial, through prayers or encour­ aging words." Following her return from Washington D.C. Bucher will be preparing to return to college but will be back in the area to ride as Miss Mid­ dleville/Barry County in the Summerfest Parade in Hast­ ings on Aug. 24 and during the Heritage Days celebra­ tions in Middleville on Sept. 7. Gun Lake area man arrested in Kent County murder case Kent County Sheriff De­ tectives arrested 56-year-old Wayland man Gordon M. Lyons for the Oct. 25, 2001, Grand Rapids area murder of William Edward Drum­ mond II. According to sheriff s de­ tectives, Lyons was an ac­ quaintance of the victim whose truck was found run­ ning and crashed into a building near 68th Street and East Paris Avenue. “The call came in at 11:40 p.m. and the body was lo­ cated in the area at 1:59 a.m.,” said police in a pre­ pared statement. “Mr. Wil­ liam Drummond 11 was last seen at the Family Fare store on Kalamazoo Ave., SE where he worked.” Police believe the suspect acted alone, but will not re- Gordon Lyons lease details on the motive due to the ongoing investi­ gation. Lyons was arraigned Monday in 63rd District Court, Cascade on charges of first degree premeditated murder and a felony fire­ arms. He is currently being held in the Kent County Correctional Facility with­ out bond. A preliminary exam is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 12, at 9 a.m. in Cascade 63rd District Court. Lyons, who lives on Parker Drive in Yankee Springs Township, is the former owner of the Car­ riage House Restaurant in Martin which made news when he moved the building to Watson Tow nship after a dispute over a liquor license, according to sources. He is also the current owner of a large, collection of discarded tires located near Martin on Watson Township next to US 131 expressway, police said. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer American Legion Post #305 Auxiliary members are looking for people who would like to hold a booth at their first ever open market, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24, the same day as Caledonia’s annual car show. The booths, affordable at $15, for a 10x20 space, will be located in the back lot of the Legion Hall, which is fenced in and considered to be a high traffic volume area. The auxiliary is look­ ing for vendors with pro­ duce, crafts, antiques, etc. Proceeds from this event will go toward veteran charities. Reservations for booth space is required. For those interested in further information or re­ serving a booth call 8911810. Heritage Days has gospel music planned for Sept. 6 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The new gazebo in Stage­ coach Park will be the site for Heritage Days entertain­ ment from 6 to 9 p.m. Fri­ day, Sept. 6. So far the entertainment lineup includes gospel by Bought and Paid For and In his Name and Becky Whittimore’s Praise Group. Also on Friday will be violins by Tyler, Marissa and Ryan Swanson, country western by Katie Whitis and four-part harmony by Inspi­ rations. Any groups who would like more information or to audition should call Cheryl Peters at 795-0051. The Heritage Days festi­ val will open in downtown Middleville Friday, Sept. 6. On Saturday, Sept. 7, the festival begins with a 5K run downtown and then moves to Page Elementary School following the 10 a.m. pa­ rade. The theme for this year’s parade is “Childhood Memories” and prizes will be awarded. Judging of en­ tries will begin at 9 a.m. while the parade is lining up in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. The pa­ rade will step off at 10 a.m. Pre-registration is re­ quested by calling Marisa at 795-3590 after 6 p.m. Frank Fiala encourages tractor owners to participate in the annual tractor pull. “I think it will be even better this year. We really appreciate Bill Sief helping sponsor the event.” New this year are the horseshoe tournament, new games and a balloon clown for the youngest festival go­ ers. Teams are still needed for the sand volleyball games, which begin at 12:30 on Sept. 7. Local artists who would like to participate in the art show which begins at 9 a.m. at Page can call Peters at 795-0051 and for more in­ formation about Heritage Days activities. Volunteers are needed to help make this annual event a success. The Heritage Days committee will meet Tuesday, Aug. 13. In This Issue Alto-Caledonia girl named Kent County Fair 4-H Junior Queen Landon Holdings files complaint in Thornapple Twp. DEQ: Yankee Springs water tower project satisfies criteria Caledonia planners remain firm on densities �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/August 6, 2002 ‘No Crime Like the Present’ next for Thornapple Players show will go up Oct. 3, 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m. each night at Central. Before auditioning for the play, lo­ cal actors should be sure they are available for all the rehearsal dates. The Thornappie Players will be selling cookies dur­ ing Summerfest. Proceeds will go to support the Thor­ napple Players productions. The Thornappie Players’ float in the Summerfest pa­ rade will provide a sneak peek at the mysterious go­ ings on in “No Crime Like the Present.” Call Acker at 945-2332 or the Thornapple Arts Council at 945-2002 with questions about auditions for the fall play. DNR officer spots dangerous cloud An officer with the De­ partment of Natural Re­ sources in Middleville re­ ported that a small funnel cloud was spotted in the sky over the Yankee Springs State Park late Saturday. According to a prelimi­ nary report, the cloud was beading due east when it was spotted, but by the time Michigan State Police troop­ ers arrived 15 minutes after the report, no such kind of cloud was visible. No resulting damage was reported. AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Ch<*rrv Vail*” #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at 4379452. Monday. Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursda> 5:30. ‘A’ winners announced Winners in the Thornappie Financial Center and Money Concepts "A is for Ex­ cellence" program for the fourth marking period were Alyssa Bowerman of Page Elementary, Nathan Zoet of Thornappie Kellogg Middle School and Mallory Egolf of Thornappie Kellogg High School. Each received a $25 gift certificate to a White­ caps baseball game. The winner of the $100 grand prize drawing was Carter Whit­ ney. Representing the sponsors are Thornappie Financial Center and Money Con­ cepts representatives Susan A. Foster, Deborah L. Wert and Cheryl J Mosey 5K run/walk part of Heritage Days events The scenic and challeng­ ing 5-kilometer run and walk return to Heritage Days in Middleville on Sat­ urday, Sept. 7. Registration forms are available by stopping by the Thornapple Township or Village of Middleville of­ fices. The 5K race/walk is spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, with help from the Felpausch food centers. Funds raised from this event will be used by the commission to fund recrea­ tional programming and fa­ cility improvements. Early registrations, post­ marked by Friday, Aug. 30, are $16, per person. Late registrations are $20 and participants arc not guaran­ teed a T-shirt. For more information about this event, call 269795-7202. m i The Thornappie Players will have auditions for the comedy/myster) “No Crime Like The Present” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, and Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the Fish Hatchery building. There are roles for six men and seven women, plus extras. According to pro­ ducer Norma Jean Acker, “As usual there will be a variety of behind the scenes jobs that need to be done. We couldn’t put on the play without the help of many hands.” The fall play will be di­ rected by Carolyn Bush, and Barbara Pruden will be the assistant director. Rehearsals will be held at Fish Hatchery Park Monday, Tuesday and Thursday eve­ nings. Exact times will be announced at auditions. There will be a mandatory Sunday rehearsal Sept. 29 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Central Elementary School. The Middleville woman has top quilt at fair Betty Robertson of Middleville had her quilt filled with Iris flowers sefected for the Viewer's Choice Awards during the 150th anniversary celebration Quilt Show at the Barry County Fair �The Sun and News. Middleville ML August 6. 2002/Page 3 Storyteller spins yarn about ‘singing snakes’ Thornapple-Kellogg Library thanked its “Summer Heroes" with a pizza party that included a chance to win pnzes. The students ages 10-13 helped with the Summer Reading Club program. Smiling for the camera are bottom row (from left) Mindy Warner. Kendall Moore. Logan Cook and Greg Schmidt, (second row) Ben Roskam. Teresa VanRhee. Amanda Wierenga and Kristen Schmidt, (third row) Katy Tobin, Cassie Dettaan, Melinda Hoffman and Sarah Laycock, (top row) Elizabeth Beaudoin. Kirsten Van Der Meer. Emily Cook and Susan Kalee Jenifer Ivinskas Strauss shows the audience two different size “singing snakes” from Australia. by Marek Westover J-Ad Graphics Intern Storyteller Jenifer Iv­ inskas Strauss visited the Thornapple Kellogg Ubrary Summer Reading Club July 30. Strauss performed before a packed audience. The “Dive into Reading” pro­ gram had 395 students sign up and 207 complete the program. The stories Strauss told were for all ages and her creative approach captivated the audience. She started the evening with the story of her lantern. Strauss bought it because its history was linked to story­ telling. For this reason she always lights it during story time. Before each story Strauss said, “Let a story be told. Let a story be heard. Let a story be told again.” The first story was about a little princess who lived on the Thornapple River in a castle. She was a greedy lit­ tle girl and was taught a les­ son about appreciating gifts. Back-to-School Haircuts • Perms • Highlights Make Your Appointment Today! Fhey're Back! Liter Deals^ Back To Basics • Graham Webb ^^_TIGI • Biolage^^^ Cl full sawics conhunpoAaAq salon foA ths cnliAs family! Caledonia Village Centre Strauss was very ani­ mated and used lots of audi­ ence interaction. The final story was some­ thing called a ‘trickster story’. In this type of story one animal tries to trick an­ other. The story was set in Aus­ tralia with main characters kangaroo, dingo, snake and lark. Children got to sing “Boing, boing, boing,” along with the kangaroo and with each anioMi > specific song. In thc^tory, the snake tries to win a singing contest by cheating. For his punish­ ment. he is no longer al­ lowed to speak. However, out of the story comes the creation of the Australian in­ strument the “singing snake.” The “singing snake” is a long tube make out of a branch that makes a very low sound. Children were shown how to make one at home. Story time ended with Strauss blowing out the lan­ tern while everyone in the audience made a wish. The End of Summer Bash will be at Craig’s Cruisers 616-891-1093 Aug. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. Children can bring three guests for free pizza, pop and two Cruiser activities. Children will receive a gift certificate to attend the pro­ gram. Craig’s Cruisers is located in Grand Rapids at 5730 Clyde Park SW. k * Jloral Designer Weeded * Experienced in all aspects of design Good cas tomer s( rvu > skills ci mast •ft Send resume to W Kathy's J lower patch VID CO SUPf RJTORC Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 > Cake Odessa MN 48849 * * * ¥ # £ If Time To Put A New Roof Over Your Head? * ** * ** 1 Mortgage rates are at an all time low. Thus, purchasing of new homes and re-financing is at a high point. State Bank of Caledonia is proud to rates and plans. Call one of our qualified loan officers to see what avenue is bestfor you! 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Come see what a true community bank has to offer. 627 East Main Street • Caledonia, 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo. 3205 68th Street. SE • Dutton, 303 Arlington Street • Middleville, Ml Ml Ml Ml 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.891.8113 616.381.7960 616 698.6337 616.795.3361 < �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 6. 2002 Pop cans can help build a new Caledonia Library by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Friends of the Cale­ donia Library are holding a pop can drive for to help raise funds to support a new library. Deposit bottles and cans should be dropped off at the library on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. until noon. All deposit money and dona­ tions turned in during this time will go into the Friends building fund. This years summer’s reading club ended Satur­ day. Aug. 3. But even after all the prizes have been dis­ tributed, the Caledonia Li­ brary still has lots to offer for the rest of the summer. Book lists are available for many different genres. The library is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and from 10 a m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays. Fridays and Sat­ urdays. The Caledonia Library is a branch of the Kent District Library at 240 Emmons St. For more information about any of these summer pro­ grams. call 647-3840. While the reading club may be over, popular pro­ grams are still planned in August. The final book discussion will be at 7 p.m. Wednes­ day. Aug. 7. Adults are in­ vited to bring the book they most enjoyed reading as a child to discuss. The regular book discussion begins in September. The popular Farmers Market is held at the Cale­ donia Farmers Elevator Company at 146 Mam St. in Caledonia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Li­ brary, the Farmer's Market is scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon Saturdays. Aug. 10 and Sept. 14. With the approach of harvest, lovers of fresh vegetables may want to see if additional farmers markets will be scheduled at the library. On the schedule for the fall is the first story hour on Thursday. Sept. 12. at 10:30 p.m. A really popular program with younger students (ages 6 and up) is Captain Under­ pants on Thursday. Sept 19. at 4 p.m. There is an ongoing book sale during the library’s open hours. Call 647-3840 for more information about library programs. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Sendng a Liling Lord Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9:30am 10:45 a m 6.00 p m Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles FIRST BAPTIST CHI RCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • '95-9726 Brute V Mr* art. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine, Aj»M. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stew art. CE ■ Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chibs 9 45 a m. 11 00 am. 6W p.m 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10 00 a m 11:15 a m 6 00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Interim Pastor - 795-9901 St Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia I mile west of M-37 8:30 AM 11:00 AM 700 PM Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed Sunday School 9:45 AM All Services have a Nurserg Available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-86S8 _____________ WWW tserv net -stpaul C 0 M M Ul I I T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) 930 6 1100 a m 8914)576 Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry MrrUng at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Pci Mi< hael Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Opt it. Wor\hip leader [Jenny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 6/689I O2R7 Vsrt our web stte www bnghfside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH <ETjc ®Hj ®ime jfTlctljolrist (Cljiircl) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 90H W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ...............................9-30 a.m. Sunday School 1 LOO a.m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a.m 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School... 1 0:00 a.m. Morning Worship...*! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Rev. Royfe Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Life ^fP^'CHRISTIAN CHURCH "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday Worship .9:30 a m. and 600 p.m. (C'hild & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scoa Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891 1512 M-37 al 100th St Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6ih grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass T .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Relevant Messages Dy name Musk Quality Child Care and Programs QUNLAKE COMMUNITY ce-aono-a Worship Hours Want and 1030am. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST August 11: In the Beginning...Part IX: "Jacob Steals Esau's Birthright” Summer Sunday Worship Services. May 26-Sept 8 2002 8 30 a m and 10 00 a m Coffee fellowship 9 30 a m (Naraen and Child ( arc available throughout the morning > Re\ Norman Kohns (616)8918167 Church Office 616 891 8669 / Fax 891-8648 ______________ u u u cakdoniaunK org Community Community Church A Place for 4 anuh & Friends 6201 Whnneysilk Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School tor All Ages 10 45 am Evening Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Rultman • Church Office 968-9391 www lakessdcxommunity org ALASKA CONGREGATION 9 45 am Praise Singing 1050 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m W ed fettowshtp 7 30 p m Located in Lcaghton Township Corner of 2nd Saren and 14 2nd Avenue Sunday Murmpg Vbnhp Tradtoxuf 1100 a si Coaempcny Sunday $d*od for AS Ago 945 aan bJOpm Sundby Esraa^ Senter Pioneer Club K-6 Vtdnndn b30p« 6 30 pan hno Mreung - Wednesday t>JOpB Youth Mamin Sonias Pastor Uovd DeYormer, Sr. to KNVKSU Nau • VJUl\ SV..U1 tau* Church Ph 868 6810 • Pastor's Ph 897-7407 891-8028 • e-mad inghiondtsm net 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC I I Preaching the Living Word Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship lO-OO a m (Jr. Church & Nursery' available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhip. WOom Middleville Momng Wash? Sunday School (Jr High & Aduh) Nursery - Grode 5 Si Hign - Sun Evening Jr - Grades 68. Wed Evenrg UOOom 945 am llOOom 600800pm 600-730pm Rer Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795 9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYfAREI< —Lighting Up Lives for Qod— Lakeside Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Moss 9 30 a m tjaui Camau»a</y Campai fat fthuuAy amC Smince community Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday 1 Family Night 5 4S-8.00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Cdedonu 616-69M001 rtdetmrr&scr, net wwu redeemerantnant A mndta dht bmafhui Cmmmarn Omths efAmma Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near WTYtneyvfle Ave Church School. Sunday M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during al! services Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or w.wwpcavcchurchAv Sunday 2St Vine Street i M-37 lo Emmons to Vine) 150 131st Ave.. Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (northwest of Gun label UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M l 79 Highway (Chief Noondjv Road) Wayland. Ml 4934g • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6} 65-65 WAY Check our web ate www wasfare rcc.org WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Swnday ^rvH» rimet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hoty Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 8:00 P.M. Evemng Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. D.vld T. Hustwrck 8546 WMneyvile Ave at 841h St • 891-8661 The Church where everybody n somebody and Jesus it Ijjrd" ricTxcl Meeting at Caledonia High School Si^aar School 930 am Scream Momrg Womp 10 30 a m Meerrg at crqper on .•A^neyzle Ave Sunday Evearg Wonhp 6 00 pm Wed ‘/<7*eefc ^a/er A 8bie Study 700pm ■ ■ wecs*e ✓’•'ev/Jeooeorg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi-August 6. 2002/Page 5 Accident injures 3 Ohio residents Three Ohio residents were hurt in a single vehicle crash on Gun Lake Road near Hastings Point Road in Yan­ kee Springs Township Thursday. July 25. though no information on how the accident happened was available from the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Two kayaks reported stolen Two forest green kayaks belonging to the owner of Sharp Park Campground in Yankee Springs Township have been reported stolen from the property located at 8551 Deep Lake Road. The items were last seen July 24 but were not re­ ported missing until July 28. The vicar's wife. Susan Hustwick. (middle) serves Carveth residents Elsie Fisher (left) and Dee Shaw (right). said police. The kayaks are each 11 feet, six inches long and contain no markings or numbers. Police have no suspects in the larceny. Police. Troopers said the driver. Robert Calkins. 18. of Fair­ port. Ohio, suffered minor injuries, while his passenger. Jennifer Marie Layne. 17. of Newberry. Ohio, suffered incapacitating injuries. She was taken to Pennock Hospital by Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices. It is not known whether she was wearing a seat belt Also treated at Pennock was Joe Johnston. 22. of New­ berry. Ohio. Alaska Baptist Church Welcomes Frances Hess, Pianist & Ruth Woolpert, Organist Car found submerged in Hall Lake for a concertfeaturing gospel, southland, patriotic and classical musk There will also be instrumentalists and soloistsfeatured. A car found partially sub­ merged in Hall Lake Sunday was found to be unoccupied after divers from the Barry County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment’s Dive Team searched the water around the vehicle. The car was removed by Spencer’s Towing, but no other information was avail­ able. Everyone is welcome - No tickets required SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 • 6:00 PM Alaska Baptist Church 7240 68th Street SE Caledonia, Ml 49316 (Approximately J miles east of M 616-698 8104 ————— 7><S ——_____ _ ■PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FAST! "Head Chef Paul Drenthe is hard at work grilling the burgers for the Carveth residents. Anglican church has Carveth Village cookout The Ss. Mary & Martha Guild of Saints Andrew & Matthias Independent Angli­ can Church of Hastings re­ cently put on their fourth an­ nual Carveth Cookout for the residents of Carveth Vil­ lage in Middleville. Carveth is an assisted liv­ ing facility for the elderly and others needing some level of nursing help.The Mary & Martha Guild is a women's group of the church that does various kinds of outreach into the Hastings/Middleville area. The menu consisted of ham­ burgers, chips, potato salad, baked beans, and a gelatin desert. Saints Andrew & Math­ ias's Vicar Rev. David Hust­ wick provides a weekly 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT r 99c 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... Sunday morning service for the Carveth residents. % Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. 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Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 n tfie gw earn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Mtddievtlle, Ml/August 6. 2002 Alto/Caledonia girl named Kent County Fair 4-H Junior Queen by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Like many 4-H members. Christa Reinhart, 10, of Alto, has looked forward to the Kent County Youth Fair for several years. This is the fourth year that she has exhibited in the fair, plus she helped raise money with the “Hug a Hog” booth last year with her group, the Cherry Valley 4-H Club. This year, though, she’s extra excited because she is part of the Kent County Youth Fair Royal Court as Junior Queen. “I’ve tried out for Junior Queen for three years,” said Reinhart. She is the daughter of Nancy (Reinhart) and Scott Wolf of Alto. She is a fifth­ grader at Caledonia Elemen­ tary School and has been ac­ tive with 4-H for the last four years. This year she is showing a goat and two pigs, in addition to her court duties. Besides being in 4-H, Re­ inhart is interested in soccer and softball. The fair, celebrating Michigan’s 100 years of the state’s commitment to 4-H clubs, continues throughout this week with many activi­ ties for the whole family. The following is a sam­ pling of the fun, festivities and community services scheduled for the rest of the week: Today (Grandparents’ Day) • Noon-4 p.m. — Blood _she«v leasni'e HAIR DESIGNERS ... i OPEN 6 DAYS Available 9SUM4iElt PECIALS on Manicures Also pedicures—stop in today or call 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! / pressure check in the Event Tent. • 1 p.m. — Horse judging, trail (exercise arena) and jumping (horse arena). • 1 to 4 p.m. — Perform­ ing arts: vocal and instru­ mental. stage. 4 p.m. — Mini-mule pull, track (7 p.m. is the mule pull, open event). 6 p.m. — Dog. Rabbit and horse judging for differ­ ent categories. Wednesday (Ladies' Day) 9 am — Storytelling and puppetry, judging on the stage. 11:30 a m. — Theater, judging on the stage. 1 to 5 p.m. — Dairy, goat, horse, and sheep judging in different categories. 7 p.m. — Oxen demon­ stration (livestock arena) and lightweight horse pull (track). Thursday (Agriculture Day) 10 a.m. — Rabbit-cavy Explorer showmanship (rab­ bit tent). 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Clown judging (stage). 1 to 2 p.m. — Michi­ gan’s 100th 4-H Birthday Celebration Party (event tent). 2 to 3 p.m. — 3 Livestock Sale (reath bam). 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Youth Variety Show (stage). 7 p.m. — Ice cream so- m Doctors? Q leachers; Astronauts? . Lawyers r What do your children or grandchildren want to be when they grow up? We all have dream* for our children. Don’t let the cost of a higher education stand in the way of a child’s future. A 529 college savings plan offers you: Earnings that are not taxed as they grow; Generous contribution limits; “Little Lady Trojans" (from left) Kylie Buursma. Kathleen Donewald. Michelle Kopf and Lydia Scholtens placed third in the girls’ 10-and-under competition at the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball tourney in Belding. The girls were coached by Denny Buursma and Andy Kopf. Dance (Reath B-m). Saturday (Kid’s Day) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Kid's Day prizes. 2 p.m. — Puff the Dragon pedal pull (midway). 3 p.m. — Celebrity don­ key pull (horse arena). A “Kid’s Creation Sta­ tion” will be held each day (different times) in either the event tent or the community tent. The La Leche League will For directions to the For those interested in meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, meeting, call 795-7021. For more information about the Aug. 8, at 1546 Payne Lake more information about La Kent County Youth Fair, Road in Yankee Springs Leche League and its meet­ “Centennial Magic and Township. ings or for help with breast­ More,” or a detailed exhibi­ LaLeche League is a non­ feeding. call Kathy Othmer tor judging schedule, call sectarian, non-profit organi­ at (517) 726-1264. 616-897-6050. zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Baby Arrives.” DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL All women who are Call today for a free consultation breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are wel­ Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. cial, sponsored by Cherry Valley Livestock 4-H Club (Midway). Friday (Handi-Capable Day) 10 a.m. to noon — Carni­ val rides for special needs individuals. 4 p.m. — Extreme sports. “The Extreme Team” inline, bike and skateboard demon­ stration (midway) (Also Sat­ urday, 1 p.m.). 8 to 11 p.m. — Teen Barn La Leche League to meet Thursday PARADIGM HOMES, INC. (616) 89L9979 COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Control over the assets; and Tax-free withdrawals for qualified higher education expense*. Cal or stop by today to team more. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care service. Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry’ Valley Ave. S.E. Suite E, Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus: 616-891-1173 Toll Free: 866-891-1173 www.t'dwardjoiit^s.t'oiii Memlter S1PC Edwardjones Serving Individual Inveeton Since 1871 jfci Meet Dr. Jennifer Battista, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 men’s & women's health obstetrics * kids & teens seniors Advantage health * i'm1 > fc boatman 9090 South Rogers Ct . Coiedonio. Ml - www.advantogeheaitn.org �The Sun and News. Middleville. MMAugust 6. 2002/Page 7 New Gun Lake Women’s Club president has a busy start Newly installed GFWCGun I^ake Area Women’s Club President Fran Leonard has begun her administration with several projects and meetings that affect the community both locally and statewide. Leonard has joined the Yankee Springs Township Park Committee, where club members will participate getting this project under way. She attended the South­ western District Board meet­ ing at the Beacon Club in Portage, where GFWC-Gun Lake Area club received an award certificate naming it the 2001 District Medium Club-of-the-Ycar. Other lo­ cal club members attending the meeting were Past Presi­ dent and SWD Conservation Chair Marjory Richards and Jose Vogel, SWD Public Af­ fairs Chair, and Allegan Federation president. Sherry Wellman of the ABC Grand Ixdge Club ac­ cepted the gavel as the new SWD president from outgo­ ing president Madilyn Upston of GFWC Tekonsha Research ( 1 uh W< llm.m S motto is “Service, Faith. Fellowship,” which Leonard said will serve all of the SW district members well during her 2002-2004 administra­ tion. Interlochen Arts Camp was the focus for club mem- bers at their July 11 meet­ ing. Attending were Vice President Judy Smith; Vo­ gel; Joan Weick. club foun­ der and GFWC MI represen­ tative of National Presi­ dent’s project. “Count 10 for Kids”; Linda Molitor, club recording secretary; Leonard and Frieda Garland. GFWC member from Crescent City, Ha. Each year the state-spon­ sored Interlochen Project holds campus tours, a lunch­ eon and a special perform­ ance for GFWC Michigan members show their appre­ ciation of support given by club women. The original Fine Arts Building at Inter­ lochen, a stone and timber building, was the dream of the GFWC Michigan Art chairman, Mrs. H.C. Hoffmaster of Traverse City. That dream began in 1943 and the first stone was placed in June 1947. Interlochen is celebrating its 75th Anniversary and is selling engraved “bricks” for a path between the new Creative Writing Building to Corson Auditorium for $75 each. For more information on this project, call Leonard at (269) 795-8731. Leonard, Jose Vogel, Frieda Garland, Marlene Dettmann and Lola Seager made the trip to Bay Cliff Health Camp in the Upper Peninsula. Bay Cliff is a health camp, seven weeks in duration, for handicapped children up to age 18. There are two. three-week sessions for children 3-5 years of age. “The annual journey to visit the camp, tour the cam­ pus and lunch with the campers was well worth the trip,” Leonard said. Bay Cliff was adopted in 2000 by then-GFWC Michi­ gan President Janet Kohn. It has long been a major pro­ ject of the Upper Peninsula Districts clubs and is part of other GFWC Michigan pro­ jects such as Girlstown in Belleville, the GFWC Michigan Education Foun­ dation. Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership (HOBY) semi­ nars, Adopt-a-Highway; Kids in Kindness; Arts & Nursing Scholarships, Books for Babies; Libraries 2000 & Beyond, etc. GFWC-Gun Lake Area serves the communities of Delton, Wayland. Martin and Shelbyville. Anyone in­ terested in the club are wel­ comed to contact Leonard at (269) 795-8731 or talk to any club member. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 9;30 a.m. and are held at Bay Pointe Restaurant, Marsh Road, Gun Lake. Shown at Bay Cliff Camp are General Federation of Womens' Club members (from) Janet Kohn. Marlene Dettman, Lola Seager. Jose Vogel and Clanssa Hoff­ man. Not pictured is Fran Leonard, president of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Club. FREE MARKET ANALYSIS i i i mith iamond i i SOUTH OFFICE i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml i 9812 TARO RD. - MIDDLEVILLE AREA: i Hard-to-find home on larger k»t. Solid 3 bed i room ranch with 1230 sq. ft. Loads of potential, fcrtect set up for the hobbyist. 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Ml/August 6, 2002 Go east to Wigan’s sunrise side for Great lakes, great times Michigan’s eastern shorn, from the Ohio border to the Straits of Mackinac, offers family fun, cultural enlight­ enment and outdoor adven­ ture. Below is a sampling of the many activities and des­ tinations awaiting vacation­ ers to Michigan’s sunrise side. Motown on the Move The Motor City. Motown. Detroit. It takes three names to capture the spirit of Michigan’s largest and most diverse city, built on a foun­ dation of car manufacturing and music. Detroit has been undergoing a revitalization that includes new stadiums. a reinvigorated theatre dis­ trict and Las Vegas-style casinos that blend into the city’s array of world-class cultural institutions. Baseball fans are raving about the Detroit Tiger’s Comerica Park, newly built last year. This 40.000-seat, state of the art open-air sta- HAIRCUTS 90 Perms up Includes haircut. 616-795-1268 I 787 I’ayne Lake Road • Middleville, Michigan 49333 OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Why do all the work when we can do it for you? Kim’s Kousignmciit iVoir On Sktlef Name Brand lC)ooMcuvn JKea^otvs BACK-TOSCHOOL APPAREL! 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community ; it the “Streets of Old salutes three centuries of dium overlooks the Detroit to i skyline and offers fans a Detroit” at the Detroit American innovation, show­ full-size Ferris wheel and Historical Museum, or into casing treasures including carousel. A complete spring/ the recording studio where Abraham Lincoln’s rocking Isummer baseball schedule is 10-year-old Stevie Wonder chair, the limousine in which available at www.detroit- belted out his first tune at the John F. Kennedy was assas­ Motown Museum. Dubbed sinated. the tn-motor plane tigers.com. For vacationers who don’t “Hitsville. U.S.A..” this con­ used for the first flight over have a chance to grab one of verted house once served as the South Pole, and the Detroit’s famous “Coney the actual headquarters and perennially popular Avenue for of the Cars, sporting more studios dogs’ at the ballpark, a stop recording than 100 models - from a at the downtown American Motown records. Within 20 minutes of pre-Model T buggy to the or Lafayette Coney Islands is a must. These two land­ downtown Detroit, the city’s solar-powered Sunrunner. In marks were established in suburbs are home to two of the surrounding 81-acre 1917 and 1921 by the Keros the metro area’s most Greenfield Village, horsebrothers, who were Greek beloved institutions - define drawn carnages clop past immigrants to Detroit. Still “don’t misses’’ on any fami­ Henry Ford’s white clap­ family owned, both estab­ ly trip. Among the most pop­ board family home, the lishments playfully vie to be ular exhibits are the interna­ Wright brothers’ bicycle “top dog.’’ selling plump tionally-acclaimed Detroit shop and Thomas Edison’s franks smothered in their Zoo (north of the city in Menlo Park laboratory. For additional informa­ special chili sauce. Regular Royal Oak) are the W’ildlife patrons wash their dogs Interpretive Gallery with its tion. contact the Detroit Convention and down with Vemor’s ginger coral reef and hummingbird Metro ale - another Detroit and butterfly garden, the Visitors Bureau at www.visitdetroit.com . or (800) DET ­ “ Great Apes of Harambee ’ ’ favorite. On Woodward Avenue, habitat, and Amphibiville. a ROIT Southeast Sightseeing one museum after another unique and magical village From antiques to aero­ filled with hundreds of opens its doors on a vast frogs, toads, salamanders space. water slides to scenic world of discovery. A 400and other amphibians. The drives, few areas offer a piece glass dome glistens zoo’s new Arctic Ring of life more varied family vacation atop the Charles H. Wright Museum of African Ameri­ - the world’s largest polar experience than the section bear exhibit - opened last of southeast Michigan that can History, the largest stretches from Ann Arbor September to rave reviews. museum of its kind in the West of the city, families west to Jackson and south world. Inside, exhibits trans­ port visitors to Africa and can spend an entire day at through the state’s storied Dearborn’s Henry Ford Irish Hills Just east of Ann across four centuries with Museum and Greenfield Arbor, the histone town of displays that range from Village, and still not see Ypsilanti offers an intriguing tribal masks to a music everything there is to see. chronicle that includes preContinued next page Civil War work songs as The Henry Ford Museum well as rap. Life-size figures crowd a massive, 16,000square-foot replica of a slave ship, providing a realistic look at the conditions the human cargo endured. Next door. The New Detroit Science Center resembles a spaceship, Kids can relax in Thomas the Train where visitors volunteer to play area! T bounce in an antigravity device or float across the amphitheatre stage in a hightech hovercraft. Nearby, the Detroit Institute of Art, with Including Sale Kenis more than 55,000 items in its Must present coupon I one jkt customer. , multicultural collections, Expires 8/20/02 1 spanning prehistory to the •MIDDLEVILLE SUN A NEWS COUPON* / 20th century, is the fifth largest fine-arts museum in ~ LARGE SELECTION OF PLUS SIZES the country. Standout collec­ tions include holdings in German Expressionism, (right on M-37) French Impressionism, Flemish paintings, ItalianHours: Mon. A Wed 10-8 pm; Tues A Thum. 10-6 pm; Renaissance art and French Fri. 10-5 jmi; Sat. 10-4 jwn furniture. 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The museum, which stands among the specialty shops of Depot Town (one of Michigan’s largest histone districts), includes Miller Motor Sales, a 1927 Hudson dealer that never closed, still displaying mint-condition Ypsilanti-made Hudsons. From the trademark maize and blue street signs, to the funky downtown clothing shops, booksellers and colle­ giate sports gear stores, it’s easy to tell that Ann Arbor is University of Michigan (U of M) territory. U of M’s Matthaei Botanical Gardens - a particularly popular spot at the insect-eating plants' snack tune - holds three cli­ mate zones, including a trop ical garden. At the U of M Exhibit Museum of Natural History, dinosaur bones arc the big draw, but there's lots of interesting stuff, too, including displays re-creat­ ing spearfishing in the snowy north, as well as a day in the life of a Native American tribe. ‘‘Please touch” exhibits fill the red brick 1882 firehouse that’s now the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Kids can hug a skelton or learn to play the U of M fight song on a xylophone made of rocks. And no trip to Ann Arbor is complete without a Reuben sandwich on freshly baked rye from Zingennan’s deli. On Sundays, starting at May, then Ann Arbor Artisans Market in Kerrytown features one of the area's largest collections of hand-made arts and crafts, along with live demonstra­ tions and entertainment. Set among the area’s rolling hills, is a tiny town where Halloween is cele­ brated all year long - Hell, Michigan - about 20 miles north and west of Ann Arbor. Browse the gift shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and elab­ orate Halloween masks and decorations; and don't leave town without a Frankenscoop or Conezilla from Screams Ice Cream fro Hell & Halloween Forty miles west of Ann Arbor on 1-94, the city of Jackson once earned the nickname ‘‘Little Detroit” because of all the carmakers there. Auto-parts magnate Captain William “Cap” Sparks thanked the city where he made his fortune by building The Cascades, a dramatic series of 16 water­ falls that plunge 500 feet into a 30-foo:-wide series of pools and fountains. On summer evenings, visitors can climb to the top of the falls to enjoy a light-andmusic show and a ue* of surrounding Cascades Park Another Jackson benefac­ tor, Ella Memman Sharp, bequeathed her lovely Victorian home and sur­ rounding 530 acres to the city in 1912 to be used as a park and museum. The Ella Sharp Museum recreates a 19th century, complete with a one-room schoolhouse, country store and 1860s log cabin. Under the 40-foot geodes­ ic dome of the Michigan Space & Science Center on the campus of Jackson Community College, aero­ space aficionados can tour the Skylab and the Apollo 9 Command Module, peer through a microscope at a four-billion-year-old moon rock, and drive a replica of the Mars Pathfinder. No visit to Jackson would be complete without a stop at The Parlour, a 60-year-old ice cream tradition. Its most famous sundae, the “Dare to be Great,” is a mountainous 21 scoops of ice cream with the reward of having your name placed on the “Wall of Fame” if you can complete the humongous helping. Heading south from Jackson on State Route 50, vacationers soon hit the scenic patchwork of farm­ land and tranquil lakes that 19th century settlers dubbed the “Irish Hills,” for the leafy landscape's resem­ blance to the Emerald Isle. Now one of the state 's most prolific antiquing areas, visi­ tors find unexpected trea­ sures every where, from cozy hideaways to warehouserize antiques malls packed to the rafters with collectibles. In Brooklyn, gift and spe­ cialty shops, and grand old homes restored as inns sur­ round the town square. Families get a real sense of the rigors that 19th century travelers faced as they tour the sparsely furnished, clap­ board Walker Tavern, a restored 1833 stagecoach stop, just south of Brooklyn at State-50 at US-12. Heading east on US-12. Walter J. Hayes State Park beckons travelers to spread a picnic in the shade of mas­ sive oaks on the shore of Wamplers Lake, or claim a spot on the popular sand beach. Climbing to the top of the 13-story-high Irish Hills Observation Tower, visitors are treated to a panoramic view of the region’s more than twodozen sparkling lakes, set like sapphires in the rich green landscape. Youngsters clamber into bumper boats and go-carts and zoom down giant water slides in the family-owned amusement parks that scatter along US-12. Stagecoach Stop U.S.A., an Old West­ style theme park, has been inviting families to pan for gold, saddle up for trail ndes and watch the village black­ smith at work for nearly 40 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I years. The Clinton Inn. a centu­ ry-old hotel known for its signature from -scratch cin­ namon rolls, house-smoked salmon and eggs Benedict, makes a good stop for Sunday brunch. Just south­ east of Clinton. in Tecumseh. dozens of antiques shops line the downtown streets; and the only thing sweeter than the one-of-a-kind finds is the chocolate truffle ice cream at the Chocolate Vault, an 1849 bank building restored as a confectionary. FREE market Smith-Diamond -- ---- » 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml 89 I -2222 6735 IRVING RD. - PRICE REDUCED! THORNAPPLE RIVER/THORNAPPLE-KELLOGG SCHOOLS: Hard-to-find property with 7.3 wooded acres and 547 on the river. This land has a staked survey and 1 split available. Contact agent for copy of perk test. Great investment. $79,900. Contact Mary Kay McCleve at 292-4550 or Smith-Diamond Realty 1-888-891-0107. 1666 McCANN RD. - JUST LISTED! MIDDLEVILLE AREA: Thornapple-KeHogg Schools, 3.5 wooded acres with large private pond. 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Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I l I I �Page 10/The Sun and News, MkkflevHte, Ml/August 6. 2002 Hearses, ambulances, limos fill parking lot The parking lot of the MiddleVilla parking lot was not the scene of a disaster on Fri­ day, July 29. It was a dinner meeting of the Professional Car Association. This group includes owners of classic hearses and ambulances from New Jersey, Wisconsin, Illi­ nois, Michigan and even Canada. Check out these fins I I I mith iamond I I __ UTl To 111L L I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I I OPEN SAT., AUG. 10 CALEDONIA: Stunning 2-story I ---------- 1 tO 3 PM----------- home. Over 3300 sq. ft. finished. 4 plus I bedrooms. 4-1/2 baths. Much attention I paid to details. Zoned heating and I cooling, Corian counters, tiled floors I and more. All situated on a 2 acre park­ I like setting with inground pool. I $419,900. Contact John or Mary Kay I McCleve at 891-3582 or 292-4550. I 8605 WOODLAND FOREST I M-37 to 84th St. E. past Whitneyville Rd. I to Woodland Forest South to home. I I I OPEN SUN., AUG. 11 THORNAPFLE RIVER: Caledo1 to 5 PM-----------nia Schoo,s- fabulous sprawling ranch S -D free MARKET ANALYSIS g^ | 2222 The Cadillac style could be found in limousines Saving on home insurance is k‘No Problem.” with over 4,000 sq. ft. Many fine fea­ tures include 10 ft. ceilings, main floor master suite with luxurious bath and private screened porch. Loads of win­ dows, beautiful flower gardens, 2 docks, 400 ft. on river. Situated on 4 acres. $499,000. Call John or Mary Kay McCleve at 292-4550 or 891-3582. undrcds <>t thousands of families arc saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance lor their home and 10311 E. RIVERSHORE mobile home protection Slop M-37 to lOOth St. east to E. Rivershore south to home. in and ask and Ambulances us about quality pro ■KJfr lection, with flexi­ Christopher J. 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August 4 4:30 6:30pm 5:00 pm........... 6:30 pm............ huk Dinner Event Tent Renewed" Gospel Quartet Stage Opening Ceremonies State Followed by: Royal Court Coronation Monday. August 5 - Family Night Out! Ed Body Shop & Deb Pawloski. Five Star Realty Celebrating 20 years The residents and Housing Authority Board members at Lincoln Meadows got together on Sunday , July 21 to reminisce about the past 20 years at the senior citizen apartments in Middleville. Heritage Association to have potluck Aug. 22 This month’s meeting of Thornapplc Heritage Asso­ ciation will be a potluck Thursday. Aug. 22. at Jane Coburn's home on Beatrice. "Wc arc still working on the formal organization of Heritage Association and the float and another program for Heritage Day,” noted Roberta Meeker, an associa­ tion member. TK Library closed Aug. 9 for cleaning The Thornapplc Kellogg Schoo) and Community Li­ brary will be closed for cleaning through Aug. 9. Regular summer hours re­ sume on Monday, Aug. 12. Summer hours are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The library will re­ sume school hours after La- The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary is inside the Thornap­ plc Kellogg High School at 3885 Bender Road in Mid­ dleville. Call 795-5434 for more information. The library advisory board encourages library pa­ trons to give gift books to the library. Gift forms are available at the library. boi n.i\ Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Sue Reitman is handling the railroad program. The association's dues start from Heritage Day and have been raised to $5 for individual and $10 per fam­ ily. Contributory member­ ships also are available. Heritage Association President George French has been visiting RR depot mu­ seums to gather information. “This seems to be a popu­ lar way for museums to be established,” Meeker said. “There is a web site dedi­ cated to depots. “Our Web page seems to be operating well... Much work needs to be done and we are open to anyone who would like to take on a task. One such (task) is the cloth­ ing we have stored. It needs to be put out to air and checked over and repacked. “Also we are trying to in­ ventory all possessions of THA and need to hear from anyone who is storing this material.” East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? options available '/ b taxes may be tax 5 1:00-3:00 p.m............................. Youth Talent Contest Registration Stage 3:00 p.m...................................................................................... Horse fudging Explorer Evaluation Horse Arena 4.00 6:00 pm....................................................... Kid's Creation Station Event Tent 5:00 10:00 pm............................. Carnival Rides Open Unlimited $8 00 5:00 pm................................................. 196 WYTI Held Day Livestock Arena Live Remote I 96 Morning Team 6:00 pm.................................................................. Swine Showmanship Reath Bam 6:00 8:00 pm....................... Sheep Dog Demonstration Football Field Senior Presentations * Down A Baek. IMIc Bending 6:30 pm............................................................... .. Youth Fashion Show Stage 7.00 pm. Antique Tractor pull Open Event Track Sponsored by: Sparta Farm A Lawn. Donald Plumbing 7:00 pm................................................................................................................................... Youth Talent Contest Stage Special thanks to: Cecilia Music Society • Sponsored by: Ionia County National Bsnk Tuesday. August 6 - Grandparent's Day - Sponsored by King Milling Grand 4 Reserve Showmanship Explorer Showmanship Following 9:30 11:30 am................................................................................................... frrforming Arts Dance fudging Stage 10:00 11:00 am............................. Free Grandparents Coffee Event Tent Sposnored by: ( 'umberland Wan^r 11:30 • 12:30 p.m..........................................................................................frrforming Arts Other Evaluation Stage Noon 10:00 pm....................................................................................................... Carnival Rides Unlimited $ 14 00 Noon 4:00 p.m....................................................................................................... Blood Pressure Check Event Tent 100 4 00 pm......................................................................................... frrforming Arts Vocal A Instrumental Stage 1:00 2:00 p.m...................................................................................... West Michigan Whitnaps “(rash” Event Tent 1 00 3:00 p.m....................................................................................................... Kid's Ciration Station Event Tmt 2:00 3:00 pm..................................................................................................... Frrv Grainlp.m nt , i oil. < Heit It nt 4:00 p.m.............................................................................................................................................. Mini Mule Pull Track 4:00 7:00 p.m................................................................................. "Grand Rhapsode Strolling (Quartet Picnic Area 6:00 pm............................................................................................................. Dog Agility Registration Football Field 6:00 8:00 p.m................................................................................................................. WODI Car Cruise 6:00 8:00 p.m...................................................................................................... WODI Live Remote 7:00 pm............................................................... Mule Pull Open Event Track Sposnorrd by: Tender lawn Care 7:00 pm..................................................................... Wool Spinning Event Tint Fleece to Fashion Demonstration 7:30 p.m................................................................................................... Rich Eddie's Rockin Oldies Band Frrv Stage Wednesday, August 7 - Ladies Day - Sponsored by: Meijer, Inc. 9:00 am...............................................................................Dressage Scat Equitation Suitable to be Dressage Anna 9:00 am................................................................................................................ Storytelling A Puppetry fudging Stage 9:00 a m.................................................................................................... Beef Steer Market Classes iJvestixk Arena 11:00 a.m. 1:00 pm............................................................................ Grand Rapids Hoops “Hoople” Event Tent 12:00- 10:00 p.m..................................................................................................... Carnival Rides Unlimited $14.00 100 p.m.......................................................... Dairy Beef Feeder Calf fudging Livestock BeefBreed Helfer Show 1:00 p.m............................................................................................................... Goat Team Fitting Contest Reath Bam 1 00 p.m..................................................................................................................... Goat Trail. Fitting A Showing Class 4:00 6:00 pm............. Kid's Creation Station Event Tent Showmanship A Breed Freestyle Demonstration 7:00 pm............................................................................................................... Oxen Demonstration Livestock Arena 7:00 pm................................................................................Lightweight Horse Pull Track National Championship 7:00 8:00 p.m................................................................................................ Jam min Jim Family Variety Show Stage 7:30 8:30 p.m.............................................................................................................Thundcrfloor Clog Danaes Stage Thursday, August 8 Agriculture Day Sponsored by: Kent County Farm Bureau 9:00 11 00 am.................................................................................................................... Goat Quiz Bowl Stage Tent 9:00 am..................................................................................................... Beef Showmanship Classi's Livestrx k Arena 10:00 am Rabbit Cavy Explorer Showmanship Rabbit Tent 11:00 1:00 p.m........................................................................................... Grand Rapid s Griffins “GrtT Event Tait 12:00 10:00 p.m..................................................................................................... Carnival Rides Unlimited $14.00 1:00 - 3:00 p.m........................................................................................................... Kid's Creation Station Event Tent 1:00 - 2:00 pm................................................................................................... 100th 4 II Birthday Party Event Tent 2:00 pm Small Animal Livestoik Sale Reath Barn 3:00 pm....................................................................................................................................... Livestock Sale Gmtinucd Sale Order: Swine, Sheep, Feeder Calves, Gallon of Milk, Beef Sponsored by: Harold Zeigler Ford Lowell • LAA Rental Keyhole Speed A Action 5:30 6:30 pm............................................................................................................... Youth Variety Show Stage Tent 6:00 pm............................................................................................................. Garden Tractor full Open Event Traci 7:00 8:00 pm................................................................................................ Jammin' Jim’s Jamaica Show Stage Tmt 7:30 A 8:30 p.m ............................ Dccjay The Clown Stage Tent 7:00 p.m............................................. Ice Cream Social Midway Courtesy of: Cherry Valley Livestock 4 H Club 7:00 pm................................................................................................. Horse Judging Team Prrfonnani c Horse Arma Friday, August 9 Handi Capable Day - Sponsored by Spartan Stores English and Western 10:00 Noon Carnival Rides for Special Needs Individuals 10:00 am........................ Dairy Showmanship Classes Reath Bam Dairy Type Classes Immediately Following Grand A Reserve Horsemanship 12.00 5:00 p.m........................................................................................ Tern Leadership fudging (immunity Tmt Noon 5:00 pm Carnival Rides Unlimited $14 00 Gymkhana Equiuuon Horse .Arena 2:00 4:00 p m Kid's Cnation Station Community Tmt 2:30 pm Tractor Driving Contest Livestock Arena 3:00 p.m Horse Judging Versatility Horse Arma 3:00 5TK) pm............................................................................. Grand Rapids Rampage’Blitz' Community Trot 4 00 pm Extreme Sports Presents The "Extreme Team Mid wav Inclinet, Bikes, Skateboards Demonstration 4:00 pm Explore Recognition Stage Trot 6:30 10:30 pm.......... Country Karaoki State Tmt Special thanks: B93 A Farrow’s Musk 7:00 pm.............................. NBHA Speed Hone Show Open Event Hone Arma Sponsored by: Duthler Honda 8:00 11 00 p m Tero Barn Dana Reath Barn Saturday, August 10 Kid’s Day Sponsored by: Country Fresh living IrvtoS * C REALTY GROUP, LLC Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 • 616-583-5000 ext 207 9:00 am. Showmanship Sweepstakes Reath Bam Sponsored by: Etna Supply O. 1:00 3<X) pm Kid’s Creation Station Community Tmt 1 00 pm Extrme Sports Ptesrots The “Extreme Team" Midway Inclines. Bikes, Skateboards Demonstration 11:00am 4 00 pm................................................................................... Kid’s Day Prizes Old Country Buffet Noon 5:00 pm..................................................................................................... Carnival Rides Unlimited $1000 For every arm band, get 1 free ticket to enter giveway! 1 00 pm....................................................................Carnival’s Giveaway 2 Bikes A 24 Stuffed .Animals Stage Trot 2 00 pm Rabbit Awards Stage Tmt 2:00 pm.......................................................................................... Puff dr Dragon ftdal Pull Youth Classes Midway 3 00 pm................................................................................................................ Celebrity Donkey Rail Horse Anna 4:00 pm Hone Cotubtnation Awards Stage Trot 5:00 pm Release of all Exhibits DAILY: HORSE DRAWS' WAGON RIDES, PARKING SHUTTLE & HELICOPTER RIDES Sponsored by: Ant or Travel Agency & Laurels of Kent * 5/3 Banks Lowell We would like to thank you, the community, for the dedication and support you have given to the fair!! Please visit our corporate sponsores and thank them for supporting the 2002 Kent County Youth Fair! �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville. ML/August 6. 2002 Landon Holdings files complaint Thornapple Twp. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Landon Holdings, devel­ oper of manufactured hous­ ing communities, has filed a complaint against Thornap­ ple Township in Barry County Circuit Court. The complaint, filed July 25, also names Sallie Hulst, trustee of the Roy C. Noffke Trust, and Jerry Good as plaintiffs. Hulst’s address is listed as 7810 Duncan Lake Road in Caledonia and Good resides at 5314 100th Street in Caledonia. Both are listed as owners of the prop­ erty. The plaintiffs are being represented by attorneys from Varnum, Rittering. Schmidt and Howlett. Landon Holdings has an agreement to purchase ap­ proximately 158 acres along M-37 and 108th Street. The property is currently zoned AR (agricultural residential), which does not allow manu­ factured housing communi­ ties. Previous to filing an ap­ plication with the township for rezoning the property to R (residential), which would permit manufactured hous­ ing communities. Landon had sued the township. The case was dismissed by Judge James Fisher. The request, filed last No­ vember for rezoning, was considered by the Thom ap­ ple Township Planning Commission at a public hearing Jan. 21. The town­ ship asked both Landon and opponents of the rezoning to submit additional informa­ tion to the commission by March 6. More than 150 people attended the hearing. All speakers except for those representing Landon Planning a garage sale? Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 to place your Sun a Mews MTION-M anil reach over11,300homes. Call anytime... 24 hours a Hay, 1 Hays a week When Philanthropy does not have to be complicated. Nor does it require great wealth. The Barry' Community Foundation can serve you and vour advisers by providing current information on the benefits and options of philanthropy , offering informed insight into com­ munity needs and supplying a sta­ ble, tax advantaged financial struc­ ture that maximizes your donation and assures its continued viability Before making any charitable gift, con­ sult with your finan­ cial and legal advisers for help in devising a charitable giving plan that is appropriate for you. Once you understand the uses and benefits of making a charitable gift, your finan­ cial adviser can arrange a meeting with your local community founda­ tion. The foundation's professional staff can help you achieve the max imum benefit from a chantable gift Holdings, spoke against the rezoning. Issues raised included in­ creased runoff and possible pollution into Duncan Lake, traffic congestion, loss of ru­ ral character and non-com­ pliance with the township's master plan. After review of additional information, the presentations at the hearing and an additional opportu­ nity for those representing Landon and the Duncan Lake Association March 18, the Planning Commission voted to deny the rezoning. The Thornapple Town­ ship board then voted to deny the rezoning in April. Landon then asked the Township Zoning Board of Appeals to grant a use vari­ ance April 24. The ZBA de­ nied the request. The suit claims that the current zoning classification is “arbitrary and capricious” and is not Ma reasonable means of advancing any le­ gitimate governmental inter­ est.” In addition the suit seeks “injunctive relief” to protect DEQ: Yankee Springs water tower project satisfies criteria by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It’s been a long process, but the new water tower for Yankee Springs Tow nship is closer to reality. The Michigan Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality sent out a letter dated July 22, stating that the proposed 200,0(M)-gallon water tower will not have a “significant adverse impact on the environment or pub­ lic health.” Because of this determination, the project now qualifies for a “cate­ gorical exclusion” and will not have to file an environmental assessment of envi­ ronmental impact statement. This project has met crite­ ria set by the DEQ, meaning it will not result in an in­ crease in residuals and sludge and does not threaten an aquifer recharge zone. It does not impact cultural ar­ eas, fauna or flora habitats, endangered species or envi­ ronmentally important natu­ ral resource areas. The pro­ posed system is cost effec­ tive and it will not cause sig­ nificant public controversy. The water tower will be built on a one acre site owned by Yankee Springs Township behind the Na­ tional Bank of Hastings branch on M-179. The DEQ has strongly recommended building a water tower because the ca­ pacity of the current water system is near 150 connec­ tions, and it now has 142 connections. The proposed water tower has been sized to meet pro­ jected needs tor the next 20 years. The cost is $585,(XX). which will be paid for by a 20-year loan from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund at 2.5 percent. This will be repaid by connection fees from new customers. According to the DEQ. this project should not ad­ versely impact the wetlands, lakes, flood plains or the Yankee Springs Recreation Area. The DEQ has received reviews of this project from The Barry Community' foundation can work with you, your attorney and financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options will work best for you. 629 W. Stale Street • Suite 201 Hastings Mi 49056 oundation Phone: 269-WS-0526 • Fax: 269-W5-4536 Ernat bef ©wmtsnet Webshe www banycf oeg the State Farmland and Open Space Preservation program, the Slate Historic Preservation Officer, the Michigan Endangered Spe­ cies Coordinator and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Serv­ ice. The DEQ is accepting comments on its decision until Aug. 22. Comments about this decision should be sent to Chip Hcckathorn, Chief. Municipal Facilities Section. Environmental As­ sistance Division. Michigan Department of Environmen­ tal Quality. PO Box 30457. Unsing, Mich. 48909-7957. Serving Our Country Ronald J. Haynes Air Force Airman 1st Class Ronald J. Haynes has graduated from basic mili­ tary training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, orga­ nization, and customs; per­ formed drill and ceremony marches, and received phys­ ical training and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Com­ munity College of the Air Force. He is the son of Ralph and Sheryl Haynes of Whitney- ville Road. Middleville, Mich. Haynes is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice When you give to your local community foundation it will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for your community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. the plaintiffs' rights. The suit asks the court to “declare the current zoning void." to permanently enjoin the township from interfer­ ing with Plaintiffs develop­ ment of the property for a manufactured housing com­ munity and award Plaintiffs their costs and attorneys' fees. The township has 21 days to reply to the complaint. After that, a court date will be set. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St *• Caledonia Ml 49316 616 891 9294 • �The Sun and News. Mtddleville. Ml/August 6. 2002/Page 13 Seven area students graduate at U of M Seven area students re­ ceived graduate and under­ graduate degrees from the University of Michigan at spring commencement exer­ cises. The students, their home towns, U of M schools at­ tended, types of degrees re­ ceived and special academic honors, where applicable, were: • Sarah Grow of Alto. Di­ vision of Kinesiology, bachelor of science, with distinction. • Janice Welton of Alto, College of Pharmacy, doctor of phramacy. • Stephanie Worcester of Alto, College of Literature. Science and the Arts, bache­ lor of arts. • Nicholas Boncher of Caledonia. College of Lit­ erature, Science and the Arts, bachelor of arts, with distinction. • Thai-Vi Nguyen of Caledonia. College of Lit­ erature. Science and the Arts, bachelor of arts. • Main Noverr of Caledo­ nia. Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies, doctor of philosophy. • Jennifer Sprague of Caledonia, College of Lit­ erature. Science and the Arts, bachelor of science, with distinction. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes uu-i.ixutr amn Cooper? 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OF V91TOPCHOICE MECHANICS o 500 Arlington Street (M-37) • Middleville 795-3550 • Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-5; Sat. 8-1 �Page 14/The Sun and News. MkJdlevilte. Ml/August 6. 2002 Caledonia planners remain firm on densities bv Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission re­ viewed density issues in various districts of the town­ ship July 29, and decided not to increase the density in most areas. The future land use plan already specified particular densities for different zones in direct response to citizen opinion during the master planning process. Both housing and commercial densities were considered. Recent developer requests have pressed the commis­ sioners to allow greater den­ sities in the zones already al­ located, a mechanism which would change the character of the township plan if al­ lowed. Some areas may allow greater density, particularly in open space developments and in PUDs. It was decided earlier that PUDs would be treated as individual zones with their own ordinance, though they would follow the underlying zoning for the area. When averages for an entire parcel arc com­ puted, however, there could be units with higher density averaged against others with lower densities per acre. The reasoning behind the formu­ las is this preserves some open space in these develop­ ments even though full den­ sity has been reached. Many developers claim they cannot afford to build multiple family housing with units priced low enough for many families to live in. and have been ask­ ing to be allowed to put in densities of 10 to 12 units per acre in areas where there is now sewer and water, or where they can somehow get the public utilities in­ stalled. In multi-family com­ plexes. the density is as high as 6.2 units per acre. Consultant Kenneth Dettloff was inclined to agree, and even said the standard was "unreasonably low," wher­ ever there was sewer. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said the City of Grand Rapids allows 10 units per acre. He pointed out that was a city, while Caledonia was intended to have a more rural character, with country roads and no other major infrastructure. Other commissioners agreed to keep densities where they were. Dettloff was concerned over the mixing of single family homes with multi­ family complexes in resi­ dential districts, but this was supported by the commis­ sioners. And in areas where multi-family units are mixed with single family in differ­ ent densities, in some cases the density for some struc­ tures would be higher than the average of 6.2 units. While homes can be clus­ tered to create open space, the minimum size home was actually increased, and an effort to be consistent throughout the township with minimum floor areas was made. A 720-squarc-foot mini­ mum was raised to 960 square feet, a size common even for apartments or a mo­ bile home. Two story -homes would need to be a mini­ mum of 1.120 square feet. Lots in the ag and rural preservation zone arc to be at least two acres and 200 feet of width. The low density housing district is to be a minimum of one acre and 150 feet where there is no water and sewer. The health depart­ ment has its own criteria which will limit the ability to build on small lots. Ex­ ceptional cases of non-conforming lots could be al­ lowed provided the set­ backs, and minimum build­ ing sizes are conforming, and by approval from the ZBA. Special uses in the more dense areas will require more specific and stringent standards. It was decided lots of less than one acre will be re­ quired to have access to public utilities in order to be permitted. A medium den­ sity district may not always have public utilities avail­ able. The half acre parcel would only be allowed where utilities can be con­ nected. The half acre parcel would have 100 feet of frontage. Minimum floor sizes also would be 960 square feet for one story and 1120 square feet for two. A split level structure is simply called a three floor, with a maximum height of 35 feet to be specified and a vari­ ance required to go higher in the case of churches, multi­ family, etc. The most dense zone in YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE nuinn All Brands or 29 V JH Water Softeners, Iron & Odor Filtei d Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness r f ’’’kr’l Friendly serrice in our thovroom. • Iron, Sulfur & Manganese — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE xjp WATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry Vaaey. Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 Caledonia is in the Manu­ factured Housing Commu­ nity or district with 6.2 units per acres allowed. This is serviced by a private utility system, but has public utili­ ties available. Manufactured housing is not limited to this district, and may be placed on larger lots wherever desired if plat restrictions allow it. Recent developer requests have pressed the commissioners to allow greater densities in the zones already allocated, a mechanism which would change the character of the town­ ship plan if allowed. Allowing private group septic and water systems is a concern because when these systems fail, usually the mu­ nicipality has to remedy the situation. Caledonia does not have a true ag district any more, al­ though agricultural activities are allowed in Rural Preser­ vation zones. Agricultural parcels in operation before the master plan can continue with state support, and feed lot or intensive animal agri­ culture cannot be prevented in those places where agri­ culture is allowed in the zoning. Platted parcels in the ag district can be as small as two acres for single family housing, and an owner can allocate two acres along a road for a relative. The land use act allows only a limited number of parcel splits per parcel, usually resulting in pieces of more than two acres. Nevertheless, the two-acre minimum in the ag zone does little to preserve the rural character, and is in conflict with the intent of the district, as pointed out by Dettloff. Commissioners regret­ fully said they had lost the battle to have a ten- and then a five-acre minimum estab­ lished in the master plan. Setting up certain set­ backs may help to prevent the kinds of problems aris­ ing from overcrowding on small rural lots, however. A 50-foot setback for the boundaries of a development may help soften the clus­ tered density for rural resi­ dents who prefer the agri­ cultural nature of their prop­ erty. Certain special uses such as a bed and breakfast or a roadside market, allowed in the rural preservation/ag zone require a certain num­ ber of acres if they are to be permitted, often more than two acres. Discussion of commer­ cial dog kennels resulted in allowing them in the ag dis­ trict and in requiring three or more acres. The operation must not cause problems for neighbors and the number of animals must be specified to be permitted. Likewise the number of special uses on one parcel may be regulated, because as the number of uses in­ crease. the more intense the usage as well. A commercial stable is a special land use under rural zoning, tied to a 20-acre re­ quirement. A private stable often is granted under a spe­ cial use permit as well. Even if a number of people gather to ride together, the horses are not boarded commer­ cially, fewer acres are al­ lowed. Special uses as a category will be discussed in more detail in the future. Each special use may be required to state certain criteria, mini­ mum and maximum sizes for buildings, acreage, work space, etc. Schools are listed as a permitted use in the ag zone. Public schools can build wherever they want without local site plan approval, but there is a state building code that governs the structural integrity of the buildings. Cooperation with schools is to be encouraged regarding community planning. Adult care and day care facilities for six or less peo­ ple are allowed where ever single family residential housing exists, and also un­ der state jurisdiction and li­ censed by the state. A number of non-exempt uses were identified in the ordinance. Schools, and churches were listed. Of commercial uses, C-l least intense, C-2 and C-3 is the most intense. Highway commercial equates with C3 districts. Certain commercial func­ tions or services planned to operate in the various zones would be illustrated by ex­ ample but an attempt to list every use would not be made. At the same time commissioners want to avoid interpretations that C1 includes storage facilities, for example. Gymnasiums and health clubs are allowed in the C-2 zone, for instance. Tanning salons might be in another category of zoning. Businesses which use out­ door areas of the parcel for storage and marketing its products, such as a discount store with a garden area could go in C-2 zoning, but is presently in C-l. Types and intensity of uses could be controlled better by limit­ ing the amount of floor space in various zones. Dcttloff suggested. This would discourage a great many large grocery stores. Dettloff encouraged 5,000 square feet in a C-l zone. Commissioners felt outdoor areas should not include the floor space. Larger site plans could be allowed in some areas well suited for handling that kind of traffic, such as in areas near the M-6 interchange. Small drug stores in general do not survive, as larger drug stores dominate the marketplace. Large scale op­ erations requiring commer­ cial support from the entire Grand Rapids area could be discouraged from building in areas designed to support local residents, by designat­ ing sizes for certain areas. At the same time it is un­ realistic to expect businesses to survive on Caledonia traf­ fic alone, as it was estimated a 10,(MX) customer base is needed to support a business of a certain size, and there are about 9,000 residents in Caledonia township. Caledonia needs Io pull from other areas for its small-scale businesses to thrive, and the village busi­ ness areas are an additional factor to consider. Township officials have tried to avoid undermining the already es­ tablished commercial areas. They want village shops to have time to adjust to the changing demographic fac­ tors and competition. Offices, including medi­ cal would be allowed in General Commercial zones and removed from medium density multiple family zones, although mixed uses might still be allowed in a PUD. Commercial uses near residential areas may need larger setbacks to serve as a buffer or a transition. Jim Buer Construction Services, Inc. • Topsoil • Sand • Limestone We Build: Roads Drives Pole Barn Sites New Lawns LARGE or SMALL Amounts Delivered! 795-5654 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Awgust 6, 2002/Page 15 Preparing your lawn FITNESS EXPERT Dealing With Back Pain (NAPS)—Back pain does­ n’t have to mean putting your favorite activities on the hack burner. Try these tips from fitness expert Denise Austin Q: I often suffer from hack pain. What could be causing this? A: Hang in there, you’re not alone! One of the most common problems that adults suffer from is back pain. In fact, 80 percent of adults suffer from lower hack pain at some point in their lives. Some of the minor causes of back pain include: • Being overweight or in poor physical condition • Poor posture, especially if you stand or sit for long periods of time • Muscle strain, poasibly from lifting something that is tixi heavy, or lifting objects incorrectly More serious causes include “wear and tear’ arthritis, frac­ tured vertebrae and a “slipped” or herniated disc. It is l»est to visit your physician to determine the exact cause of your pain. Luckily, most back pain is not serious and your doctor will probably recommend an over-the-counter pain med­ ication like Advil to niw your discomfort until your hack is healthy again Q: My job involves a lot of lifting. Do you have any good tips that can help prevent an aching back? A: Yea! The easiest way to avoid back pain is to make sun* that you are practicing good (Mixture and are lifting heavy objects properly. Be sure your back is straight when walking When PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion. sen, handicap, familial Matus, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center M 616-451 2980 The HUD toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I -800-927- Fitneas expert Denise Austin recommends stretch­ ing frequently and practicing good posture to avoid back Pain seated. xit with both feet on the floor, your knees at least as high as your hips, and your back pressed firmly against the back of the chair When you are lifting any object, always Ixrnd at the knees and not at the waist. Never twist while lifting and never lift any­ thing above shoulder level. Practicing these prevention techniques will help stop the pain before it starts Q: As a busy mother of three children, 1 some­ times get painful back­ aches. What is the best treatment? A: Moms and dads don’t always realize all the extra xtrvris they put on their hacks when they carry the chi Idren. lift the car seat into the car, or simply pick up toys. Remember, whatever you suspect the cause of your back pain to be, the first step should be to consult your doc­ tor—but here are some com­ mon treatments that she may recommend. B<«d rest may be xuggesU*d for the first day or two of your pain. After that, apply a cold pack or a heat pack to the area depending on the injury. Massage the area—especially if you are experiencing a muscle spasm. And for tem­ porary relief of back pain to help you get on with your day, take a non-prescription pain reliever such as Advil. Once the healing process has begun, your doctor may show you a senes of exercises that will strengthen your back and help to prevent hack pain in the future. For these and other painfree tips, check out the Advil Learning Center at Advil.com. 'ou Can't PREDICT When... 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Fall lawn main­ tenance prepares your lawn for the plunging tempera­ tures and also prevents dis­ ease organisms Here are some tips for maintaining a lush, green lawn; • Raise the mowing height to one-half inch above the recommended height for summer Using a reel mower seals grass as it's cut, retain­ ing nutrients and guarding root growth • Reseed areas as needed. Fall is a perfect time for new grass to take root. • Use a dandelion digger to remove weeds so they don't return in the spring For more information on winterizing your lawn or reel mowers, contact American Lawn Mower CompanyGreat States Corporation toll free at 1-800-633-1501. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL SlO/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK DON'S DOZING 616-795-7330 _ _ estimates • Rake up any leaves or other debns that have fallen on your lawn. Pay close attention to areas with heavy thatch build-up. • Fertilize your lawn one last time with nitrogen fer­ tilizer to promote healthy ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT______ SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND_ADORRAREAS| �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/August 6. 2002 Thornapple Arts Council announces upcoming classes The following is a listing of the Thornapple Arts Council classes that are set for August and September. All the classes will be held at 1013 W. Green Street, Fish Hatchery Park, Arts Hatch­ ery Building, Hastings. Basic Drawing with InSoon Felch morning ses­ sion - Session 1 dates Mon­ days, Aug. 12, 19, 26 and Sept. 2, 11:30 a.m.; cost: $40; Supplies $12; ages; 12 to adult; instructor; InSoon Felch. Basic drawing is a survey of the application, techniques, and limitation of the drawing. This four-week course is an entry-level course for all art lovers. It is also designed for those who may wish to major in art in' the future. In the classroom, you will gradually develop the techniques, ideas, and appreciation of art through class discussion and prac­ tice. Both in class and home­ work assignments will be given each class. Course of study will include human figure, still life, landscape and perspective. Basic Drawing with InSoon Felch afternoon session - Session I dates: Monday. Aug. 12, 19, 26 and Sept. 2, 2:30 p.m.; cost: $40; Supplies: $12; ages. 12 to adult; instructor: InSoon Felch Basic Drawing is a survey of the application, techniques, and limitation of the drawing. This four-week course is an entry-level course for all art lovers. It is also designed for those who may wish to major in art in the future. In the classroom, you will gradually develop the techniques, ideas, and appreciation of art through class discussion and prac­ tice. Both in class and home­ work assignments will be given each class. Course of study will include human figure, still life, landscape and perspective. . *. 9 Thomapple Township art­ ist InSoon Felch is one of the artists giving lessons during August through the Thornapple Arts Council. Her drawing classes are of­ fered in the mornings or af­ ternoons. Classes are being taught at the TAC building in Fish Hatchery Park. For more in­ formation about these classes or others this August, contact the TAC at 945-2002. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland. Ml 49348 Pastels for kids with Laura Valentine - dates: Wednesdays. Aug. 7 and 14, 2-3 p.m.; cost: $20 ages: 6 to 13; instructor: Laura Valentine. Concepts such as basic shape, body tone, body shadow, cast shadow, reflect­ ed light, and highlight will be demonstrated, as well as some focus and hazing tech­ niques. Each week the stu­ dents w ill leave class with a completed work from a still life that has been set up in class. Please bring old clothes. listening ears, watching eyes, eager hands, three separate pieces of fruit (must not be eaten until after masterpiece is completed). The Thomapple Arts Coun­ cil will supply drawing paper and pastels. If the student has a pastel set. please mark the box with the students name before bringing into class. A box of soft pastels can be purchased at Jamie’s Crafts, Walmart or other art supply stores for around $7$9. Pastels for kids with Laura Valentine - date: Wednesday. Aug. 21, 2-3 p.m.; cost: $10; ages; 6 to 13; instructor: Laura Valen­ tine. Concepts such as basic shape, body tone, body shadow, cast shadow, reflect­ ed light, and highlight will be demonstrated, as well as some focus and hazing tech­ niques. Each week the stu­ dents will leave class with a completed exaggerated flo­ ral. Please bring old clothes, listening cars, watching eyes, eager hands, handy wipes, one to three real flow­ ers. The Thornapple Arts Council will supply drawing paper and pastels. If the stu­ dent has a pastel set, please mark the box with the stu­ dent’s name before bringing into class. A box of soft pas­ tels can be purchased at Jamie’s Crafts, Walmart or other art supply stores for around $7-$9. Pastels for kids with Laura Valentine - date: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2-3 p.m.; cost: $10; ages: 6 to 13; instructor: Laura Valen­ tine. Concepts such as basic shape, body tone, body shadow, cast shadow, reflect­ ed light, and highlight will be demonstrated, as well as some focus and hazing tech­ niques. Each week the stu­ dents will leave class with a completed firsthand moun­ tain study. Please bn ng old clothes. listening ears, watching eyes, eager hands, handy wipes. 9”xl3” cake pan or old shallow roasting pan of same size, and spray bottle or small watenng can with sprinkle nozzle. The Thomapple Arts Council will supply drawing paper and pastels. If the student has a pastel set. please mark the box with the student’s name before bringing into class. A box of soft pastels can be purchased at Jamie s Crafts. Walmart or other art supply stores for around $7$9. Acrylics for kids with Laura Valentine - date Thursday. Aug. 8, 2-3:30 p.m.; cost: $10 per session; supplies: $5; ages: 10 to adult; instructor: Laura Valentine. Techniques with color mixing, worming, cooling blending, glazing, edging in. dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in, and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns. Students will leave class with a completed still life that will be set up in class. Bring old clothes, lis­ tening ears, watching eyes, eager hands, three to five pieces of fruit or vegetables, or items reflecting the stu­ dent’s personal pastime, hobby, sport, etc. Acrylics for kids with Laura Valentine - date Thursday. Aug. 15. 2-3:30 p.m.; cost: $10 per session; supplies: $5. ages: 10 to adult; instructor: Laura Valentine Techniques with color mixing, worming, cooling blending, glazing, edging in, dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in. and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns Students will leave class with a landscape Bring old clothes, listening ears, watching eyes, eager hands, three to five photos, calendar or magazine cutouts of landscapes. A pre­ pared masonite board will be provided or you may bn ng you own canvas board. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 to subscribe today. Tailoring a Gift to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. 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Ml/August 6, 2002 Summer reading club ends with cups stacked and fallen Antiques DINING ROOM TABLEquarter sawn oak, 52" w/2 leaves, center barrel with in­ tricate carved legs w/6 matching chairs, rockers, secretarv, crocks and collec­ tibles, (616)891-0059. Automotive 1995 FORD F-350 1 ton dual­ ly, white, power stroke die­ sel set up to pull 5th wheel, 5th wheel plate included, 61,000 actual miles, $13,500. (616)795-9177 I’fw FOR SALE: 1991 Geo Storm 2 door coupe, 5 speed. A/C, AM/FM CD New dutch, runs good, drives good, MUST SELL' BEST OFFER' Please call (269)792-6829 af­ ter 6pm. Cup stacking fun was had at the Freeport Library on July 31. X Business Services Bl.EAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 HARDWOOD FLOORING: fabrication, installation, sand & refinish Call (616)7952695 & ask for John HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION: new con­ struction, renruxieling, nxifing, siding, St decks. We do it all. Licensed & insured builder Tom Beard (616)795-4264 LAWN FERTILIZATION' AND weed control. Free es timate. Call Specialty Lawn Care, (616)891-1981 Just how high can you stack? CLEAN OUT YOUR base ment and your attic Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscellaneous items with classifieds in both the Re­ minder and Hastings Ban ner. Phone (616)945-9554. For Sale Portable Classrooms (3) - Caledonia Community Schools will be taking bids on portable classrooms (two 23’6" x 56’ and one 20’ x 40’, no restrooms, electric heat and air conditioning, in good condition. Contact Gary Delger, Director of Operations, 616-8910225 for information. Bids are due by noon on August 30, 2002. Please send bids to Gary Delger, Director of Operations, Caledonia Community Schools, 8944 Kraft Avenue, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Mark “Portable Classroom Bid" on the face of the envelope. Working with a friend is a challenge by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The summer reading pro­ gram ended at the Freeport District with a Cup Stacking Camp hosted by “Mr. Jim,” who demonstrated on Wednesday, July 31. The community room was filled with readers trying to be the fastest and build the tallest towers. Child Care KID FIRST! All ages wel come, multi child discount Ask us about our preschcxil programs Call to schedule a tour of our newly expanded center. Fl A welcomed 7959055. #DC080096733. Fann C.H.A. RIDING INSTRUC­ TOR Certification Clinic, September 8th-13th. Other Equine Clinics being offered throughout the fall. For more information, please call, (269)795-9163, ext. 227 Jnticduciitg... Ed's New Complete Auto & Truck Gloss Service! FIELDS, BRUSH HOG & post holes dug. 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Call (616) 765-5181 for information about any of the special library programs this summer. Call945-9554 or1-800-870-7085 lor Sun a Sews ACTIOH-Ads! SCALES PRAIRIE FARM: Horse boarding, training, and riding lessons, (616)7957571. Great rates that come with excellent personal service! Many Discounts Available The Lynn Denton Agency 4077 WIKKJKf IIW nU. 111 N. Mm> St. »w. mi 1-800443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE rs FARM BUREAU INSURANCE �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 6. 2002/Page 19 For Rent SO DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! HUD, VA, FHA. Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, $525. Efficiency apartment, $390 1 bedroom apartment, $425. Stoves and refrigerators, no pets. (616)891-8457._____________ CALEDONIA (WEST OF): 1 bedroom, rural, quite, up­ dated farm house apartment Appliances. No pets. $450 plus utilities (616)891-0104 FOR RENT: Thomapple Kellogg school district, 3 plus bednKims, 2 bath, locat­ ed minutes from Hastings or Grand Rapids on 3 acres Now available, no pets, $850 a month plus deposit Call (616)340-1259 FURNISHED LAKEFRONT HOUSE: 2 bedrooms plus extras, $800 a month ♦ utilit­ ies August 24th-Memorial Day. Lease, very close to G.R. Call (616)868-6385. HOUSE FOR RENT: Mid­ dleville 4 bedroom, garage No pets, $700 per month plus deposit (269)795-3550 days or (269)795-7445 nights. THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment. For Sale 1 ARGE 3 PIECE blue sec tional: in excellent condition, 2 seat sections recline and the middle section has a snack table that pulls down with a small table tray and 2 cup holders New full size bed at the end of the couch. $800. (269)948-7921 GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Ban­ ner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Phone (616)945-9554. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. AUGUST 9TH, 9AM-6PM, August 10th, 9am-lpm. Mini bike, go-kart, antique garden tractor, tanning jars, boys & adult clothing and lots more. 7791 Morse Lake, E. of Whitneyville. GARAGE SALE; Aug 8th, 9th, 10th. Household goods, laptop computer, dinette set, plus size clothes, misc. items. 12081 Gackler Rd. MIDDLEVILLE: 5880 Cherry Valley Wednesday, Au­ gust 7th, 7pm-9pm; Thurs­ day, August 8th, 9am-5pm Knick-knacks, toys, clothes (all sizes), tupperware, few antiques and Creative Memones. No early sales. COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE Friday & Sat urday. August 16th & 17th, 9am-5pm. Yankee Springs Meadows, 1330 N. Patterson, Wayland ESTATE/YARD SALE: August 9th & 10th 900-500pm. Duncan Lake 7447 Noffke Drive, Caledonia. M-37, west on 108th St, l/2mi. to Noffke Dr. 1999 Cadillac DeVille- 22,000 miles, 3 bed­ rooms and 2 living rooms of furniture. New oak dining room table w/leaf & 8 pad­ ded chairs, Capodimonte porcelain collection, 2 wash­ bowl & pitcher sets, antique cherry washstand, small ap­ pliances ic tableware, garden figurines, chest freezer, mi­ crowave, gas grill, new up­ holstered bar stools, much more GARAGE SALE: 449 Holes, Middleville. August 9th/IOth 9-5pm Clothes, an­ tiques, full size truck cap, Victorian sofa, chair & otto­ man. MOVING SALE 8440 Hid den Dr., Middleville, off Whitneyville. Between Par­ melee and Garbow. Thurs­ day, August 8th, 9am-5pm. Help Wanted CUSTOMER SERVICE: $500/WK. WE WANT YOU! Qualify for $1,000 Fall bo­ nus, call (616)243-9131. Join a great company and start a new job. No experience re­ quired, hiring immediately. We offer flexible hours, paid weekly, performance re­ views, clean work environ­ ment, paid vacations. For one on one interview, call between 9am-5pm. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR beginning teacher or education majors YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin is now hiring outdoor education in­ structors for this fall season. Position starts late August. For more information, please call, (269)795-9163 ext. 100 PART-TIME EMPLOY­ MENT: person needed to clean vacant apartments, halls and laundry rooms, must be a team player and take pnde in work. Call (517)647-4910. Lawn & Garden CUB CADET 3235: 23hp, w/cab, 54" deck, yard vac, tiller, snowblower, dozer blade, <100hrs, $8,500 OBO> Ph. (616)891-8806 or (616)2997515. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am5:30pm, Sat., 9am-2pm. Lost & Found LOST DOG: 2yr old Shiba Inu, light brown, looks like a fox, training collar still at­ tached, lost near 68th & Ka­ lamazoo. Reward if found. 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CIAN/PLL’MBERS, TO S18/HOUR + benefits, (per­ Real Estate manent apprenticships), ma­ jor company, start now! GREAT WOODED BUILD SITES IN MIDDLEVILLE! (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. 4-20 Acre rolling, wooded FRONT DESK/RECEP- build sites w/lots of wild­ TIONIST/PHONE OPERA­ life! Located on Solomon Rd. TOR, to $12.40/hour, em­ Call Tim Forell, Preview ployment Department, train­ Properties, 800-455-9137 xl2 ing provided, busy office, in­ for more info._____________ terview now! (616)949-2424, MIDDLEVILLE: new 3 bed­ Jobline Fee. room home on 1/2 acre GROCERY wooded lot in Pine Haven DEL1VERY/DRIVER, TO Estates 4 miles southeast of $41,600/year, major compa­ Middleville. 1280sq. ft. fin­ ny, training provided, local ished, 2 baths, laundry, Ig route, lots of overtime, need­ livingroom and much more, ed now! 616-949-2424, Job­ $144,900. (616)891-8457 or line Fee. (616)318-3817. FOR SALE: 4 year old 3 bed­ room home on 1 acre, l,350sq. ft. w/attached 2 stall garage & central air. Asking $122,000, we will consider all offers. (616)3674863. FORECLOSED HOMES! Low or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Cal! for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225?____________________ BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property nas 2.5 to 3 acres of woods Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of rwm for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612. CALEDONIA: Thomapple River frontage Open Sun­ day 2pm-4pm New custom 4 bedroom, 4 bath home 7466 Valhalla Dr (616)698 9494 Recreation 1978 PROWLER: 20 ft.. trav el trailer. A/C, new tires and bearings. Well kept, asking $2,100. (616)891-9235 GOLF COURSE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC: full or part time. Apply in person. Saskatoon Golf Club, (616)891-9229. CALEDONIA EARLY CHILDHOOD center before and after school care pro­ gram is searching for a lov­ ing, caring person to work w/our school-age children at our Emmons Lake, Dutton & Caledonia locations. Must be 18yrs old of age, have lyr previous child care experi­ ence & dependable. Hours. 6:30-9am & 3-6pm Mon-Fri. Please call 891-0266 ask for Carrie or Sheri. CARE-TAKER/MAINTENANCE: Needed for small apartment community. Ideal person would be hara work­ ing, neat in appearance and golden in attitude. Housing in trade for maintenance and care of site. Position in Cale­ donia. Send resume, letter of interest, to Portland Apart­ ments, 1800 Lillian Blvd., Portland Ml, 48875.________ CHILD CARE CENTER in Caledonia looking for per­ sons w/lyr child care center experience to work w/chil­ dren. Must be 18yrs old & dependable. Full & part-time shifts available. Please call 891-0266, ask for Carrie or Sheri. COST,- Middle Villa Lanes Family Fun Days" Friday, Aug. 2nd to Sunday, Sept. 1st Specials on: | Bowling. Hot Dogs and Pop / Call for limes 795-3640 or 891-1287 on M-37 just North of Middleville CHECK IN TIME: 7:30 am Boys & Girls (Ages 13-16) TIP OFF TIME: C r-X 8:00 am Men & Women (Ages 17-25) team o4 3 f 4 Moir ( htOu 2992 Men & Women (Ages 25+) 1 Name_________________ Name______________ Name_________________ Team Captain__________ Team Captain__________ Team Captain__________ Phone *_____ 1_________ Phone #_______________ Phone #_____________ __ ?? Questions ?? Call (616) 948-3025 Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce • 221 W State Street • Hastings, Ml 49058 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Mtddlevilte MV August 6. 2002 Detours deter motorists from Patterson Road The repaving project on Patterson Road in the Gun Lake area is well underway. Drivers are encouraged to follow the detour. Access is available to businesses along the road Bottom right: Heavy equipment fills Patterson Road from M-179 to the Allegan County Park Q?nkjix- Real Estate For The Real World"* Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook tach office independent owned end operated CALEDONIA EXECUTIVE 3 bedroom 3 hath ranch with your own wood* m the hack Walkout family room you will want to tec And hey dad a 3 car garage' $2X4.900 iWHIXPDAVl) h>l Daru 291-0063 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS EXECUTIVE ESTATE. 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Main St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Downtown Caledonia next to Sam’s Joint Month Dues • 616-891-9646 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-12 & 5-7; mm 12 mo. cd program NEW SATURDAY HOURS: 8-11 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-08-13.pdf 1b0594d2aa766bac6b6f8896f40f4b91 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 33/August 13,2002 131st year 1 Scholarships continue tradition of excellence Stuart Aspinall * The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation pre­ sented scholarships this spring to seven students graduating from Thornapple Kellogg High School. Stu­ dents applied for the schol­ arships and the applications Rachel Holwerda Peter Mathias Laura Runals Kevin Schmitz Justine VanDommelen were reviewed by a commit­ tee. Lisa Finkbeiner said, “lhe foundation is very pleased with the quality of the students applying for scholarships each year. It is a real pleasure to meet them and help influence their fu­ ture. The recipients: • Rachel Holwerda is at­ tending Ferris State Univer­ sity majoring in optometry this fall. She received the Thornapple Area Enrich- ment Foundation Traditional Scholarship and the Jeffery Lehman Memorial Scholar­ ship • Laura Runals is attend­ ing Spring Arbor University majoring in Christian minis­ tries. She received the first Terrie Yoder Memorial Scholarship • Kristen Weaver is at­ tending Western Michigan University majoring in health/human services. She received the J.K. Simpson Scholarship • Justine VanDommelen is attending Aquinas College majoring in elementary edu­ cation this fall. She received the Millicent Knox Teacher Scholarship. • Kevin Schmitz, major­ ing in Technology at Grand Valley State University re­ ceived the Thomas R. Ham­ ilton Tennis Memorial Scholarship • Peter Mathias who is at­ tending Ball State Univer­ sity majoring in computer technology received the Adam Dipp Scholarship. • Stuart Aspinall, attend­ ing Ferris State University with a major in computer networks and systems re­ ceived the Rodney Schad Technical Arts Scholarship. Besides scholarships for graduating seniors the TAEF sponsors the “MOM” schol- arship for women going back to school, a scholarship fund for members of the Thornapplc Township Emergency Services squad and celebrates local accom­ plishments with a recogni­ tion of a “Person of the Year.” In addition to helping families establish scholar­ ships, the TAEF can accept donations to the general scholarship fund. The TAEF board met July 19 and reappointed Marilyn Finkbeiner, Debra McKeown and Don Wil­ liamson. Two car shows set in Caledonia by C athy L. Rueter Staff Writer Ttwo car shows are com­ ing to the Caledonia area on the same weekend. The 12th annual Summers End Car Show, sponsored by Runaways of Michigan, will be held Saturday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 pm. Prior to that, the 2nd annual Dale Earnhardt Memorial Charity Cruise-In is sched­ uled for Friday, Aug. 23, from 6 to 10 pm. The Summers End Car Show is located on Main Street in Caledonia. An $8 Sparky Weedall re­ ceived a “Best of Show" plaque and tickets to see Journey and Night Ranger for his 1964 Nova SS at the first Dale Earn­ hardt Memorial Cruise In last year. fee includes 50/25/25 raffle. Dash plaques will be given to the first 300 registrations. Sevigny Automotive, Inc. in Wayland is donating the plaques. “Just come and have fun.” - Bemie DeWilt Local and national mer­ chants are donating door prizes. As well as local mer­ chant awards, antique Cush­ man scooters and antique farm tractors. “Just come and have fun,” said coordinator Bernie DeWildt. For more information about the 12th annual Sum­ mers End Car Show, call Ed Kuhl at 616-792-9668, Ber­ nie DeWildt at 616-457- Steve Fryover was the Ladies Choice (by the Runaways) plaque for this 1930 Town Sedan at the 11th Annual End of Summer Car Show m 2001. 1365 or Harry Antics at 616457-2729. The Cruise-In is located at the Caledonia Village Center on M-37 Highway (East Beltline/Cherry Valley). There is a $3 donation per vehicle. The Cruise-In is open to all motorcycles, street rods, custom cars and trucks, original restored ve­ hicles. Their flyer says, “If you can drive it, bring it!” Music is my Maveric En­ tertainment, Jeff Isaak of B93. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun with food, games, poker walk, 50/50 drawings, trivia games, door prizes, and commemorative t-shirts. There will also be goodie bags for the first 200 participants. Awards will be given at 9 pm. All proceeds from the Dale Ean.hardt Memorial Charity will benefit West Michigan children’s chari­ ties. The event is being hosted by many area mer­ chants and businesses, in­ cluding State Bank of Cale­ donia, D&W Foods, Jansher Clothing Boutique. Rite Aid, Swierenga Jewelers, Blimpie’s Subs, Bostwick’s Bakery and Restaurant, Benefit Management. Cale­ donia Travel, Tom Grias D.D.S., Hulst & Sons Clean­ ers, KC’s Footwear & Sports, Fortune Chef, Contempo Salon, Country Town Floral. Rainbows End, Cale­ donia Post Office and FifthThird Bank, Village resi­ dents and businesses will be holding porch, garage, yard and sidewalk sales both days. Kristen Weaver Blood drive slated A Red Cross blood drive is planned for next week in the Middleville area. The drive will be from noon to 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at theThornapple Township Hall, 200 East Main St., Middleville. Red Cross officials say they anticipate a strong need for type O-ncgative blood over the summer because more people travel and blood supplies overall arc dangerously low. They also say it’s a good idea for do- See blood drive, pg. 5 In This Issue New Presbyterian Church plans get under way Scotsmoor project gets four thumbs up Yankee Springs considers links and splits Ice cream stand approved for Greg’s Get It N Go �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/August 13, 2002 YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin to host GFWC-Gun Lake meeting the YMCA of Greater colleges, businesses, and Cleveland. adult groups. He has a bachelor's de­ Since 1998. YMCA gree in business administra­ Camp Manitou-Lin has op­ tion from Ohio State Uni­ erated throughout the calen­ versity, is a certified camp dar year, thanks to new, director through the Ameri­ modem, winterized facili­ can Camping Association, ties. and has achieved senior di­ The YMCA's are charita­ rector status from the ble not-for-profit organiza­ tions serve people of all YMCA of the USA. Turpin is also on the In­ faiths, races, ages, abilities ternational Board of Direc­ and incomes. No one is tors for the Certified Horse­ turned away for inability to pay. The YMCA relies on manship Association. YMCA Camp Manitou- program fees and philan­ Lin has been serving West thropic gifts to meet com­ Michigan since 1913. Be­ munity needs w ith programs sides its summer camp pro­ and services. YMCAs are in grams that serve more than more than 10,000 communi­ 2,400 children each summer, ties in the United States it operates outdoor educa­ serving over 18 million peo­ tion programs for schools ple each year. There are also throughout the state, serving YMCAs in over 120 coun­ at least 4,000 children annu­ tries around the world. Items on the agenda for ally. the Gun Lake Women’s Manitou-Lin also is a Club business meeting popular site for retreats and Wednesday are: conferences for church • Southwestern District groups, youth organizations. Board meeting report - Mar­ jory Richards. • Bay Cliff visitation day Jose Vogel and Lola Seager. • Homes tour update Richards. Back-to-School • Membership Board Haircuts • Ptrms • HlolHlfthts meeting report - Harlene Make Your Appointment Today! Kok • GFWC-Gun Lake Area They’re Back! Liter Deals Lending Library update Back To Basics • Graham Webb Gloria Cunningham TIGI • Biolage • Report on the Yankee Springs Township Park pro­ Caledonia village Centre • 616-891-1095 ject - Leonard. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area will hold its Wednesday, Aug. 14, meet­ ing at Camp Manitou-Lin on Barlow Lake at 9:30 a.m. Members and guests are asked to use the paved en­ trance on Briggs Road and to meet at the Chefs Lodge. Reservations are required. Call Phyllis Ullery at (269) 795-9111 or Fran Leonard, club president, at (269) 7958731. The Education Depart­ ment will sponsor the pro­ gram given by Jay Turpin, executive director of the camp. The presentation and camp tour will take place af­ ter the regular business meeting. Lunch will follow. Turpin became executive director of Grand Rapids YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in April 2000. He previously was executive director of Centerville Mills YMCA ('amp and the Geauga County Program Center for “Education offers the greatest opportunity for really improving one generation over another." - W.K. Kellogg HOW ARE YOUR INVESTMENTS DOING? Markets go up, markets go down ... Perhaps the best investment, however, is the kind that you make in YOURSELF. This fall, KCCs Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings offers almost one hundred credit classes in a variety of subject areas: Business Management Criminal Justice Human Services Computers/ Office Applications Pre-Nursing/Allied Health Social Science Humanities General Education General Transfer (MACRAO-approved) Classes begin in late August and/or mid-September. Visit us online (www.kellogg.edu) or in person to obtain full schedules, tuition and fees, registration particulars and orientation dates for new students. ill Classes are filling - Don't delay!______ Puzzle fun at TK library Even the littlest library patrons find puzzles fun at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library. The summer reading program may be over but good books for all ages are still available. Summer hours are Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a m. un­ til 8 p.m. Regular hours resume September 3. • Turkeyville event Oct. 24 to see “South Pacific” with GFWC Hastings club. Deadline for payment ($30) at Aug. 14 meeting. • Reminders: refunding labels, receipts and UPC codes go to Rosemary Snider, bingo prizes for the Laurels of Sandy Creek nursing home go to Marilyn Fin^ci ncr and Daisy dish­ cloths are available through Ann Koelsch. Former school superintendent for Middleville schools dies by Cathy L. Kueter Stuff Writer Julius F. Schipper. 95, a former Thornapple Kellogg schools superintendent, passed away Wednesday, July 31. Schipper had been a pub­ lic school administrator for 39 years in Martin, Zeeland and Middleville. It was not clear exactly when he was school administrator in Mid­ dleville, but it is believed to be sometime in the 1940s or ‘50s. Schipper was born in Overisel, Allegan County, Michigan. He graduated from Hope College and the University of Michigan. After retiring from school administration, he and his wife, Janet, lived in Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles for 13 years as missionaries with Trans World Radio. Upon retiring from mis- Julius F. Schipper. Julius, a former Middleville superinten­ dent, died July 31. sionary work, the Schippers moved to Akron, Ohio to be near family. The Schippers had been married for 71 years, prior to the death of Janet. According to Eva Engle, a longtime correspondent of Schipper's and a resident of Caledonia, Schipper was well liked. His son, David, in a letter to Engle, stated that, “We who are left be­ hind have many precious memories of his friendliness and gregarious nature. No one was ever a stranger to him for very long.” Schipper is survived by five children, 19 grandchil­ dren and 26 great-giandchildren, as well as many friends and family. Funeral services were held in Ohio. A request was made that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be given to Trans World Radio, P.O. Box 8700, Cary, N.C. 27512. Call 945-9554 for classifieds movie OUTPOJT VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ——————— movie outpojt Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per vtsrt plea se Expires 9-30-02 Product Id: SunAd \ ns/DV D movies & player Gaines & game system rental .• Special Orders and previewed movies & games for sale • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & Game Accessories • Reservations on mov ies • • Weekly specials Happy Anniversary!!! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 13. 2002/Page 3 Primary results in few surprises or changes by David T. Young Editor The primary election Tuesday, Aug. 6, in Barry County brought few changes to local government, as Re­ publican incumbents and fa­ vorites generally carried the day. However, there was one upset and a couple of horse races, one for Fifth District County Commissioner and the heated contest for 24th District Slate Senator be­ tween State Rep. Fatty Birk­ holz and former State Rep. Terry Geiger. Birkholz, de­ spite being outpolled by about three to one (3,446 to 1,138) by Geiger in his home Barry County terri­ tory. won Allegan County handily and took Eaton County to secure the victory. Joe Wicks was a distant third. Geiger served three, twoyear terms in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1995 to 2(X)1. repre­ senting all of l^akc Odessa and about half of Ionia County in the 87th District. Birkholz is finishing her third term in the Michigan House as the representatives from 88th District, which takes in nearly all of Allegan County. The senate campaign eas­ ily was the nastiest in these parts. Birkholz in the last week sent a flyer out attack­ ing Geiger for his arrest for drunk driving last February. Beveriee Reinking DeJonge. an Allegan County Commis­ sioner. sent a flyer Monday and Tuesday to more than 4.000 homes in the district, claiming Birkholz preaches family values, but in 1982 she wrecked Reinking’s family with an affair with her husband. Birkholz has denied the allegations, say­ ing she dated Reinking DeJonge’s husband while he was legally separated. One incumbent on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Tom Wilk­ inson in the First District (city of Hastings), went down to defeat. Wilkinson was finishing his first twoyear term on the board be­ fore he was unseated Tues­ day night by retiring Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Donald Nevins by a vote of 263 Io 211. Former Barry County Register of Deeds Sandy Schondclmayer, un­ der investigation by federal and state authorities for hunting violations, received 76 votes. Barry County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jeffrey Mackenzie over­ came a strong challenge by Wayne Curtis, prevailing by a 338 to 303 count to win his third two-year term on the board. The Fifth District includes Woodland, Castle­ ton and Maple Grove town­ ships. One important issue in the County Board primary races was the recent decision to spend more than $3 million from delinquent tax fund to locate a Commission on Ag­ ing facility and new Health Department building. The board’s decision ap­ parently earned strong voter approval in the primary election, as all commission­ ers who voted for the project ran unopposed or won their primaries. Wilkinson was one of two dissenters, along with Tom Wing, who ran unopposed in the primary in the Seventh District Board Vice Chairwoman Sandy James faced a strong challenge from Monica Rappaport. director of the Barry Conservation District, but triumphed by a count of 402 to 307 in the Third Commis­ sioners’ District, which takes in Hope and Rutland townships. She will face no opposition in the Nov. 5 general election and will be elected to her sixth term. The other incumbent who fought off a primary chal­ lenge was Wayne Adams in the Eighth District. He de­ feated James Alden 348 to 279. Both Mackenzie's and Adams’ races were re­ matches from two years ago. Mackenzie defeated Curtis by 108 votes in the year 2000. The Adams-Alden race numbers two years ago were remarkably similar to Tuesday’s, 337 to 286. The Eighth District covers Prairieville and Barry town­ ships. There were a couple of rarities in the election — two primary races between two Democrats. In the Fourth County Commission District race (Hastings and Carlton town­ ships). veteran candidate John Loftus defeated new­ comer David Yonker 251 to 164. Loftus had been a can­ didate several times in the Second District, losing to Republicans Robert Wenger and James French, but he is now in the Fourth District because of redistricting. He will face Republican ken Neil this time in the general election. Neil was unop­ posed Tuesday and raked in 636 votes. This district in­ cludes Irving Township some of whose voters dis­ covered the change at the election. Rebecca Lukasiewicz of Hastings did extremely well in her first-ever try for office as she outpolled Seymour VanDerske of Lyons 2,543 to 616 in Barry County to win the right to face incum­ bent Republican Gary New­ ell for 87th District State Representative, which also includes about half of Ionia County. Lukasiewicz took “cAknety eAline TANNING s39-99 PER visit * landslide proportions of nearly 80 percent of the total vote in Barn County. She faces a daunting task of competing w ith New ell in November, however. Newell had 4.502 votes on the Re­ publican side. Other Barn County Com­ mission Republican incum­ bents who faced no opposi­ tion Tuesday were Jim French in the Second Dis­ trict. 532 votes; Clare Tripp in the Sixth District. 538; and Tom Wing in the Sev­ enth, 459. Democrat Melvin Goebel polled 429 votes in the Eighth District and will face Adams Nov. 5. Barry County reflected the landslide victory enjoyed by Lt. Gov. Richard Posthu­ mus in the GOP primary. Posthumus, who was bom in Hastings and graduated from Caledonia High School, re­ ceived a whopping 4,330 votes, outpolling Joe Schwarz, who had 774. On the Democratic side of the gubernatorial race. At­ torney General Jennifer Granholm scored heavily here by claiming 2,869 votes to 527 for Congressman David Bonior and 351 for comeback-minded former Middlevilta/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (269) 795-3305 Gov. James Blanchard. Granholm took about 75 percent in the three-way contest in Barry County, far above her winning numbers statewide of just under 50 percent. The highest vote total of any candidate went to in­ cumbent Republican Con­ gressman Vern Ehlers of Grand Rapids, who had 4,552. His Democratic op­ ponent in November, kathryn D. Lynnes, had 2,920 votes. Republican challenger Andrew Raczkowski was unopposed in his bid for the nomination for U.S. Senator, and had 4.096 votes. Incum­ bent Democrat Carl Levin had 3.242. 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Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 New seniors' group forming in Dutton area Anyone in the "50-plus" age bracket who is inter* ested in developing new friendships with others who have lots of life experience and much to offer to each work of friends who will en­ Great Lakes. His topic will be "Six Things You Need to include joy each others' company dining out and traveling to­ some services such as health gether. helping each other of Your Life." screenings. The first with needs such as transpor­ tation to doctors’ appoint­ and a snack or light lunch. Other events are "in the may and works’ meeting is ments. volunteering together in the community and more. This first meeting Aug. 20 Know About the Best Years For more information, please call the church office at 698-8001 of e-mail re­ invited to join a new "Sen­ planned for Tuesday. Aug. 20. at 10 a.m.. at which time iors' Group" forming in the a survey will be distributed Dutton area. Current plans to allow those attending to share their ideas for the will be at Redeemer Cove­ located at 6951 Hanna Lake nant Church in Dutton. The Ave., just south of 68th monthly meetings with spe­ cial speakers and events, group. The speaker will be Steven Kar­ Street in Dutton this nes. campus administrator of brief inspirational messages. group will grow into a net­ the Covenant Village of the other and the community is include hope is that deemer^! iserv.net. Re­ deemer Covenant Church is LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday School............................... 9 30 a m. Morning Worship 10:45 a m Evening Praise 6:00p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M 111 I I T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship . .9:30 it 11.00 a m Youth Ministry 891-0576 Mating at the trail Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcu. Worship leader Dennv Bouma. Youth Pastor Chunh Offue 616 891-02K 7 FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Sunday School Sunday Morning WVxship Sen ice Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Qubs Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 9:45 a m 11 00 a.m 600 p.m 6 45 p m 645 p.m. CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship.......................... 9:30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Her. R. Scoa Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 5590 Whitneywlle Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church Office (616) 891-1512 M-37 at IOOth St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave Le Blanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11XX) a.m. 9255 84th Street. Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Wftitneyville Rd Rev P Phone 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Royie Ballard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk. Quality Child Care and Programs Wbrstap Hours 900 a.m and 1930 un. A CALEDONIA f UNITED METHODIST • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698*9660 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm HURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bibie Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pgaccdiurdi.cc Cennpta fen Phuii/iy wad Seevue ffmn Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Lakeside Community Chuich A Place for Fnmih & Friends Summer Sundas W.xxhip Services. 6201 W hones silk Avenue. Aho May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30 a m and 10.00 a m CHRISTIAN REFORMED Coffee Fellowship 9:30 a m Coa/temponr* Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45 am (Nursery and Child Care asaiiabie throughout the noratag) Evening Worship 6.00 pm Re* Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Pastor Roger Buitman • Church Office SMCO391 Church Office 616 891 8669 .Fas 891-8648 www Ide nrtrrrn—wryorg ________ u u w caktkwuaumc org_____________ "Joseph and His Dreamcoat"" Worship 930 am Chnstian Education Hour 11 Wax Wednesday A ***• A. ♦ -’ Family Night 5 45-8W pm Pastor Paul M Hillnun Youth Pastor Dav*) Enksm 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caiedonu 61669WJOO1 redtematpisen nei www rtdetmtfanenmt org A mewiv jt the i ntnphcd ‘.jmour:. (Jwnhts d Amesi ALASKA CONGREGATION near WhrtneyvOe Ave Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m Sunday $yvice Timas 9J.5 A M. Morning Fr.ywf I IQ ■XCl Hay Comrr^- <r 2'XJ Su^xia, L Morning Worship 1100 SJB. 11:00 A M Holy Communion 7 30 p m Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon. 795-2370 <x 948-9127 Church Ph. 968-6810 • Pastors Ph 497-7407 Preaching the Liling Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10 00 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE. Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Potmeiee Morning Woatsp 930 a m MKJdtevie Morning Worshp Saxtoy School (jr & Aduh) Nursery • Grade 5 Sr Hsyi - Sun Evermg Jr High - Grades 6-8. Wed Evenng 1100 a m 945 am. 1100 am 600-800pm 600-7 30 pm Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check, our web tite 8546 Whrfneyvtie Ave 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) 10 50 am Pastor Lloyd DeYvrmtr, Sr THORNAPPLE BIBLE ( I II R< I I Bible Church Praise Singing Fellowship r "^4C’jrr*'* Located in LeigiMua Tow nsiup Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue (northwest of Gun Like) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m •WHITNEYVILLE Community of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. Finding the Way Together! rHwnL ‘ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Currently meeting at: A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday August 18: In the Beginning Part \ 7G0 PM Sunday School 9:45 AM 792-2889 Mew Life 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 4954g • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through: Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-S6M Church: (616) 795-2391 Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 8:30 AM 1IOO AM AU Services have a Nursery Available • Burner Free ®Ijc ®liJ (Eime fElctljobiSt (£I)iircl) Warship.......................................................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School................................ 11:00 a.m. Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service ____________ www.iserv.net/~ftpeul____________ 908 W. Mam Street (Mtssouri Synod) GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Kraft in Catedonia of M-37 YOU ARE INVITED Visit our wob site www Dnjhtside org CALEDONIA 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m 6 00 p.m. 1 mite west Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Adult Bible Gass.......................... 11:00 a.m. + (Missouri Synod) Comer of 54th St 8r __________ 708 W. Main Street Brmc N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. .Asst. PaMiw Ytiuth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. Ct Children's Pastor St Paul Lutheran Church Vicar - Da nd T. Hustwick ■-------- i 84fh $♦ . 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is tomebody... and Jesus is D>rd“ Meeting at Caledonia High School Sanaa/ School 9J0 a m xnctof Mcmng /Monhp 1030 a m •.«eevg at cropet cn WNmeyvWe Ate Sunaa/ Evenrg Woahp 6 00 p m wed ‘Aawee« ^cnet A Boe ^udy 7 06 p.m 'hema Suyi. ton Basner Assoc Pastor Aec**e *hf*neyv4eooe org �The Sun and News. MtddieWle Ml/August 13. 2002/Page 5 Bricks still available for 'Reclaimed Spirit In the two years since the Reclaimed Spirit sculpture was finished on the site of the former TK Middle School, several people have asked if new engraved bricks have been added. This year orders for these bricks will be taken until the end of September. "We will hope to inlay the engraved bricks before the ground freezes this year.” said Nancy Goodin, one of the founding members of the Reclaimed Spirit project committee. She encouraged anyone who wanted a brick to pick up an order at the ad­ ministration building. Engraving is done in three lines, limited to 13 charac­ ters each. The cost of each brick is $25. Forms can be picked up at the administra­ tion office. There is no change in price from the original orders. Checks should be made out to the "TK Brick Sculp­ ture." Complete order forms and payment can be sent to TK Brick Sculpture. Thomapple Kellogg Administration Building. 3885 Bender Road. Middleville. 49333. Call 795-5400. extension 6255. for more information. Lori Buchanan. Don Williamson and Nancy Goodin (from left) replaced plain bricks with engraved ones last fall in the Reclaimed Spirit sculpture area. PTO officers needed to start next year Landons to celebrate golden wedding anniversary In honor of the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Landon, their children and grandchil­ dren request the pleasure of your company at a Buffet Reception on Saturday, the seventeenth of August two thousand and two at their home from 2 to 6 p.m. ENGAGEMENTS Banfill-Bierens Patti Mead of Middleville, Jim Banfill of Lowell and Marla and Adrian Bierens of Haslings/Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their chil­ dren. Lindsay is a 1996 gradu­ ate of Sparta High School. Doug is a 1998 graduate of 1'homapple Kellogg. The couple are planning a Sept. 28. 2002 wedding. This is one volunteer ac­ tivity where hugs and smiles from students give immedi­ ate response. No experience is necessary although some understanding of bookkeep­ ing or accounting does help with the executive treasur­ er’s position. For more in­ formation about the PTO openings call Moore at 7958744. °",ur Available SPECIALS on Manicures Also pedicures—stop in today or call 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil’s Ptxxa) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! I I I I I — SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 BOULDER CREEK ESTATES IN MIDDLEVILLE. Builders own home. 1999 Parade Home. 4 bedrooms, 3-1/2 baths, over 4000 square feet finished. Quality construction throughout, Andersen windows, underground sprinkling, wood floors, many features. Priced un­ Blood drive continued from page 1 Barry’ County Homemakers 45th Christmas Crafts Show Middle School in Hastings ■ST rfW The Thomapple Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization still has some openings for a few good people to serve as officers. Jill Moore says, “I hope to fill the executive treasur­ er’s position before the fall fund raiser starts in the ele­ mentary schools." There are also openings at Page Elementary School. All parents of students in grades kindergarten through 8 are members of the PTO. There are no dues and atten­ dance at meetings is not re­ quired. Becoming a PTO officer and active volunteer is one way to give back to the schools, get insight into the educational process and meet other parents who share similar concerns. leasHve HAIR DESIGNERS Saturday, Nov. 2nd, 2002 Now renting craft spaces $35 - 8x10 Non-profit groups $15 and $20 y Nancy Durbin. 269-945-9573 traveler49058$yahoo.com nors to roll up their sleeves four times a year. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a mini­ mum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and hasn’t given blood within 56 days of the date of Mon­ day’s drive is eligible to contribute. For more information, call the Barn County cnapter of the American Red Cross at 945-3122. der appraisal at $349,900 Call Dave VanderWoude 616-299-4168 or toll free 1-800-891-0107 Smith-Diamond Realty Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 THE CALEDONIA DANCE CENTER, INC 131-1/2 E. Main Street • 891-1606 Call Now to Register! Professional Instruction in... Community Church Sunday, August 18 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.ni. TAP & JAZZ • BALLET LYRICAL • TEEN HIP-HOP PRESCHOOL THRU ADULT. VO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. (Casual Attire) Music Fest Featuring: Unto Him 1220 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road - 1 12 mile east of Patterson > Wayland. MI 49348 • ’’95-7903 FOR NEW REGISTRATION Aug. 24, 10 a.m.-l p.m. Aug. 28-29, 4-7 p.m. COMBINATION OF SPECIAL CLASSES— New adult tap. adult fitness jazz, boy’s classes, 4-6 year-olds I I I I I I I I I I I I I �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 Cooler weather prevails at Kent Youth Fair by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The heat of last August did not repeat itself at the Kent County Youth Fair in Lowell this year. And that’s a good thing. Last year the fair lost quite a bit of money, mainly due to the unseasonable heat and humidity. No one wanted to come to the fair when even the animals were having a rough time staying cool. The cooler weather during the first week of August this year held throughout the fair, making for crowded fairways and appreciative audiences for the youth of Kent County to share their talents and hard work. Ac­ cording to one fair partici­ pant. Monday drew record­ breaking crowds. The youth of Caledonia held their own against tough competition. The sometimes-wearisome task of Having fun on the bumper cars, it's a good thing that Todd Cnssman. a CMS seventh-grader isn’t try­ ing out for driver's ed raising an animal, learning or improving on a talent and getting ready for fair paid off handsomely for these kids. (Final ribbon and tro­ phy counts in the near fu­ ture.) Here are some (Caledo­ nia) highlights from the fair: • Cherry Valley Livestock Club was well represented with many animals, as well as sponsoring the “Hug-AHog” booth again this year Angie Mauric, 3, of Ada (daughter of Michael and Cindy) seems oblivious to the fact that she's contrib­ uting to a fund-raiser at the “Hug-A-Hog" booth. (proceeds this year are being given to the 4-H organiza­ tion to help with expenses) and an ice cream social Thursday evening. • Caledonia Elementary student Christa Reinhart was crowned Kent County Youth Fair Junior Queen. Her du­ ties included giving out tro­ phies and ribbons to other fair participants. Continued next page With this being her fifth year at showing. Pleasure Pals 4-H Club member, Hillary Braun, 14, a 10thgrader at CHS, is an old pro at the Youth Fair. Her horse on the other hand, or hoof, is a novice. This was the first year for showing this particular horse, Black Hawks Legend (Hawk). HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER IPrtoB IRa^3ii<E(a©aa8 OPEN HOUSE Saturday, August 17 11 a.ni.-2 p.m. $144,900 604 S. Market St., Hastings Michigan 49058 Fourth Ward, walking distance to schools, hospital and down­ town. Five bedrooms. 3 baths, first floor laundry, full base­ ment. large living and dining rooms Newly remodeled with lots of hardwood Call 616.9453733 and check www20.brinkster.com/johnbell/ for pictures and details. T and T, that's what Tara Heerspink’s father laugh­ ing refers to her and her horse, Tango. Heerspink, an 1 ith-grader at CHS waits patiently for the beginning of the Team Performance. Teams of four participants from different clubs are randomly selected to com­ pete against each other. Heerspink and her group were riding in the English Riding Pattern classifica­ tion Family Dentistry of Caledonia It looks like Wes Muller, son of Terry and Nettie Muller (Muller's Paint in Caledonia) is getting a new little 4-Her started on the right track. Here Muller lets 3-year-old Thomas Hubert (son of Joe and Kris) of Parnell brush his steer, Smoke. Muller took second place in the Dairy Steer - Super Heavy Weight Hol­ stein division with Smoke. Why do all the work when we can do it for you? invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening (tours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 lOcwMaion jHeadotvs l^etiiement C tttaya 1821 N. East St.. Hastings. Ml 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community it Now Taking Reservations # VkcxxilaunMeadousLspleasedtooffeTassisted living services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer s disease and other related dementias. Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 9958 Cherry Malley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan i/T ' 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company www leisure living.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 13. 2002/Page 7 From previous page • The goat bam got a lift with proceeds from the “Kiss-A-Goat" fund-raiser and donations by 4-H fair­ goers. Goats are so well rep­ resented at the fair that many have to be housed un­ der a tent instead of the rela­ tive safety of a bam • Showcase Riders contin­ ued to work on their fund­ raiser for a new horse bam (more about this in a future issue of the Sun and News.) 5 Evan Grinage. formerly of Caledonia, now a Mid­ dleville resident (third-grader at Lee Elementary) re­ ceived Reserve Grand Champion in the Gift Market Class. This means that his female pig has not had piglets yet Grinage is from Cherry Valley Livestock h., Justin VanderVennen. a seventh-grader at CMS is very proud of his showing with his goat. They took Grand Champion in the Intermediate Showmanship division. Vander Vennen is a member of Boots and Saddles 4-H Club. Alison Buys, a Caledonia graduate, holds Isabelle the goat, while Alyssa Vereeke of Middleville kisses the goat for the “Kiss a Goat" fund-raiser. Proceeds from the fund-raiser will be going toward building a new goat bam. Friends Lindsey Wyma, a senior at CHS. and Jes sica James, a 2001 graduate from Caledonia, get ready for showing at fair. You not only com­ pete for some nice rib­ bons and trophies at fair, it’s also a chance for the youth to make, keep and catch up with friends. She pulled it off again; Heather VanKalker, a CHS 11th-grader. took Grand Champion in Showmanship with dog Saber. VanKalker not only won Grand Champion last year with Saber, she was also hon­ ored with the Junior Sweepstakes Award. Sweep­ stakes is the highest honor of the fair. VanKalker is the daughter of Bob and Jan of Alto. She also shows lambs with Cherry Valley Livestock. Long lines proved the norm for the ice cream social sponsored by the Cherry Valley Livestock 4-H Club Thursday eve­ ning. Qzntuij^ Real Estate For The Real World M Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook ’Each office -ndependently owned and operated NEW 8-Week Session Starting j 011 Monday, August 26th The sport of gymnastics trains the human body on how to move with pre­ cision. Your child will gain strength, flexibility', grace, coordination and bal­ ance, not to mention self confidence, courage, perseverance and self-disci­ pline. We offer classes for all ages and levels: preschool, beginner, intermediate and advanced. We also have girls and boys USAG competition teams. We have hours available to rent the gym for that special party’ < ALEDONIA M’ HOdtT SH I ER WANTS SOUK updated N BYRON CENTER SCHOOLS EVERYTHING VOL COCLD car garage 40»4» pole building $349,900 (MTlKBENTi AatSy BtMon 242-3945 269-795-7620 Bring in this ad and receive s5.00 off Fall Session « the INXjROLND POOL <m feme tot wmmer days Then wwgffe up io fc fm situated oa 2.29 acres (MCC5TGARB) Si59 901) M/2 fart home HttWPDAVI) I HORN APPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS; Buddie CALEDONIA SCHOOLS 5 BEDROOMS ON 5 ACRES. Trrei and privacy are all yours • the 1-1/2 C ALEDONIA M HOOLS at CROCKERY WOODS: ModuianAfouOcmm 242-3M5 MIDDLEVILLE SC HOOLfe 4 acre a Caledonia (76T9PDAVL Schools $239,900 S3M 500 tSTAfeBGEn, 292-449} OPEN GYM EVERY SATURDAY, 11 AM-1 PM Gymnastics in Motion is owned and operated by Cathy Fairchild and is located at 3207 M-37, Middleville. MI 49333 r*K E REDUCED TO I2HW *«H Many Mort Listings Available' kalhs Bnstun 242-3945 Paul Dash 291-0043 Rotxn Dawson 293-4079 Rat Louise Diehl 291-0401 940 4225 Beth Asa 1 ogg 8404*07 Tout Garbo* 840-0045 Barbara (iett* 430 2550 Date krumm 915-4703 Laura Martin 091 7419 Ruh M<( onnon 292-4493 90! 2401 Caffey Williamson 295-7391 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/August 13. 2002 New Presbyterian Church plans under way Plans for a new Presbyte­ rian church development have been under way in Caledonia since last June. The next local meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, at the Emmons Lake Elementary School, 8900 Kraft St. in Caledonia. After some worship to­ gether, the Rev. Dave Milbourn will go over demo­ graphics for Caledonia area, helping congregation mem­ bers to understand who lives in the target neighborhood to help with planning and outreach efforts. Conversations were held a couple of months ago with people who had expressed early interest in the project and an initial meeting was held to explore faith jour­ neys and share some begin­ ning understandings from the Lake Michigan Presby­ tery, which oversees Presby­ terian churches in the area. After a time of worship to­ gether at the clubhouse at the Meadows at Jasonville Farms, the focus was on be­ coming acquainted with one another and collecting ideas and questions to take back to Presbytery. “Emphasis is not being placed on a building or or­ ganization per se. but on ex­ ploring who we are and how we will express the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16) in Caledonia,” said spokeswoman Judy Mast. Leading the worship and discussion were Rev. Dr. Richard Cushnie and Ray Kretzschmer. Other repre­ sentatives from Presbytery also were present. At the July meeting, after a time of worship, discus­ sion centered on what the next meetings will be about. Suggestions included the study of demographics, gen­ erational theory, worship styles, and the role of music in worship, to name a few. Also announced was that one of the church members SAVE ON YOUR AUTO & HOME INSURANCE... If you hove your personal auto and homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less. Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners... from Farm Bureau Insurance. Call now. Cindy Feenstra 4695 N Middleville Rd. Middleville Phone:616-795-9457 Making Your Future More Predictable ♦ ■MB FARM BUREAU ±7 F O. INSURANCE T www tarmbureauinsurance-mi com had found they will have no problem using one of the Caledonia public schools for future meetings. Further discussion cen­ tered on ways to get the word out that a new church is forming and to find more people from the area who might be interested in join­ ing as this fellowship is de­ veloped. The plan is to also get some banners to hang over the “Future Home" sign located on the property at 84th and Cherry Valley, indicating the church now is meeting and organizing and would like people join. Dorothy Cutler has volun­ teered to be temporary sec­ retary to field calls from in­ terested people and her phone number is (616) 5549837, which will be on the signs/banners. Other mem­ bers have agreed to take on other projects such as con­ tacting the media, getting announcements in some of the Grand Rapids area and Hastings Presbyterian church bulletins, and cutting the grass back around the sign on 84th and Cherry Valley. Anyone interested in helping with this new church development or in finding out what it is all about is welcome to join at that meeting. YANKEE SPRINGS ADVENTURE PROGRAM SCHEDULE The following schedule Grab your pole and bait and for the next couple of join this wild fishing derby! weeks for the Yankee Bring an adult and meet at the Gun Lake campground Springs Adventure program. Participants arc urged to boat launch. Prizes will be awarded! wear mosquito repellent Squirrelly for Squirrels and/or bring some along. Children under 8 years 3 p.m.. Learn more about old must be accompanied by those busy, bushy-tailed an adult. Meet Ranger Diane creatures you see all over. at campsite #154 unless oth­ Meet at the Sassafras trailhead. erwise noted. Friday, Aug. 16 Tuesday, Aug. 13 Totally Turtles — 3 p.m.. Fishing in the Parks — 6:30 p.m.. Meet at the Gun Discover more about Michi­ Lake campground boat gan turtles while participat­ launch for catch and release ing in some great activities! fishing. Bring your pole or Meet at the common area borrow one of ours. near the campers' beach. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Discovery Hike — 8 p.m.. and for roads, all passed Damsels and Dragons — Explore the forest with handily, 446 to 147, 414 to 182 and 420 to 169, respec­ 10 a.m.. Explore the amaz­ Ranger Diane! Meet at the tively. However, a proposed ing worlds of damselflies Sassafras trailhead. Be sure millage increase for fire was and dragonflies! Meet at the to wear bug repellent. Saturday. Aug. 17 turned down 358 to 218 and picnic tables near the Sassa­ For the Birds — 10 a.m. millage increase for roads fras trailhead. Water Wonders — 3 p.m.. Investigate the world of fly­ was rejected 363 to 219. Water is all around us! ing feathered friends! Meet Woodland Township — A proposed renewal of the Learn more about this won­ at campsite #154. derful natural resource with WhitM Wetland? — 1 township’s extra voted mil­ lage for road maintenance some fun activities. Meet at p.m. Join in the fun and the common area near the learn more about Michigan's was approved 293 to 102. most diverse ecosystem? The total vote was just campers' beach. Thursday, Aug. 15 Meet at campsite #154. under 23 percent, according Fishing Derby — 10 a.m., to the Barry County Clerk’s office. In local races Susan Vlietstra and Patrick Harrison were elected as Thornapple Township Clerk and trustee, respectively. W Experienced in all aspec ts of design X In Irving Township Carol * Good customer service skills a must. Ergang was elected as clerk and Timothy Weingartz as Send resume to trustee. The new precinct in Yan­ Kathy's Jlower Patch kee Springs was inaugurated 1453 Jordan Lake St at this election and waiting * Lake Odessa. MO 48849 < times were significantly less than inprevious elections. See primary results, page 3 passed 6,394 to 2,035. better than 75 percent. 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For example, if your child age your child to dress up phv - many children flee for dents < cover just at the mention of Teachers can dramatically is having difficulty with a in period clothing to better the time spent in particular story from litera­ experience what the char­ going back to school. After reduce i lessons and cor­ ture class, have him or her acters must have felt. all, doesn't their time for preparing ] fun and adventure end recting assignments. They get a better feel for the See wrapped up, page 10 children improve story by drawing a picture once the school bell rings? help 1 overall test scores, through It doesn't have to. One of the easiest ways this innovative and fun-toto help your child excel in use tool. They are packaged school is to make learning for both home and school fun. not a chore. Think of use. * Look to your local all the teachers who made a difference in your life. They’ neighborhood for hidden probably made the subject lessons. Much like you matter seem compelling, might teach a toddler to opened your eyes to new recognize letters by point­ ways of understanding dif­ ing out signs you pass ficult topics, or they may while walking, you can have used interesting learn­ apply the same technique Ml summer clothing, ing tools and strategies that to older students. Visit local made remembering math museums, historical areas, swimwear, shoes & formulas or history dates factories, or businesses that accessories involve some aspect of that much easier. Unto Him Excluding lake clothing With this in mind, there your child's lesson. For are several ways you can example: if your child is Cup ( rrtificatri give your student a boost studying biology or natural 11332 WEST M-179 HIGHWAY • GUN LAKE by changing the way he or science, plan a trip to a our musical abilities and Gun Lake Community MIO(XEV1LL^MI 40333 she looks at learning. Here local park to look at the dif­ Church will continue its know it is our responsibility are some tips from the edu­ ferent trees or organize a to use them to encourage HOURS Sw.lS.ShnU summer “Music Fest” cele­ cation experts who created hiking trip so that the stu­ bration series with guests other believers, and to share Learning Wrap-ups: dent can experience the artists Sunday morning, His love to those who do not k LAYAWAY J * Be supportive of your wildlife of the area. know Him." Aug. 18. • Think visual. child. Children learn by Their first recording, The trio "Unto Him" will which is titled "Committed" example. If a teacher does­ share through gospel music n't show enthusiasm dur­ was released in 2001. at the 9 a.m. or 10:30 serv­ Gun Lake Community ing a lesson or a parent ice. 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Amy DeKleine 616-299-6^90 • 616-583-5000 ext 207 616.945.91 D5 {fie C'»Barn OPEN MOR ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 ■ SAT 0:30 -1:00 �Page 10/The Sun and News. MtddJeviBe. Ml/August 13. 2002 Natural alternatives to hyperactivity O&c&catcei While its tough for any child to let go of summer picnics to hit the books, going back to school can present a particular chal­ lenge to children with attention-deficit hyperac­ tivity disorder (ADHD). For these children, the physical and mental disci­ pline required to sit in class and complete assignments can be difficult. Inability to concentrate may result in poor grades and perhaps other social or emotional problems. Previously, the only treatments available were drugs designed to reduce hyperactivity. However, many parents have expressed concern about possible side-effects from medications. At last, these parents can help their hyperactive children cope with school using mothertested natural approaches. Following are a few all-nat­ ural options. * Pediatrician Benjamin Feingold discovered salycilates in foods (i.e., red Over Your Head Im Debt? LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION dyes) are triggers for hyperactivity. The Feingold Association provides dietary' and food allergy information. Call (800) 321FAUS for more informa­ tion. * Your child may be low in essential omega oils, which are actual structural molecules required to form the brain's architecture. In a study at Purdue University, children with ADHD were found to have deficiencies in essential fatty acids (EFAs) which attributed to metabolic disturbances. When omega 3 and omega 6 oils were introduced, Diane S. Huhn, was awarded a master of science and education (M.S.Ed.) degree at the University of New England's College of Arts and Sciences com­ mencement at the Portland. Maine. Civic Center May Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia Looking for a fabulous, afford­ able honeymoon vacation? Start packing. 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Gloria; chil­ Center United Methodist dren. Jane Porritt. Phyllis Church. 1205 1 84th. Alto. Walker. Pat (Leo) Coltxim. Rev. Dean Bailey, officiat­ Sally (Rick) Doane. Joan ing. Memorial contributions (Don) Irwin. Valerie (Char­ lie) De Voogd; 12 grandchil­ may be made to Bowne dren; two great grandchil­ Township Fire and Rescue. Arrangements by Rothdren; three sisters. Elizabeth (Ken) Palmer. Manlyn (Har­ Gerst Funeral Home. 305 N. old) Johnson. Martha (El- Hudson. Lowell ww w.ger wyn) Wellfare; sister-in-law. stfuneralhomes.com ALTO - Manin L. Pomtt. age 80. of Aho. died Aug. 9. 2002. Huhn earns master’s degree Bankruptcy 3 DAY CRUISES behavior improved. The Green Turtle Bay Vitamin Co. developed a blend of these oils, in the preferred ratio, to address this need. Reach the companv at (800) 885-8525 ' or www'. EnergyWave.com. * Some children have an inner-ear problem. Overthe-counter antihistamines may help. * Maintain a routine. Have your child wake, eat and go to sleep at the same time each day. Use behav­ ior modification with rewards for tasks like brushing teeth, picking up clothes, etc. Hounwxi TixxsaxmHaxiASat '0-2 WWW prwr»w*ove»nc com H Carnival. The Most Popular Cruise Line in the WorW.'v^££*> 11. Huhn received her bache­ lor of science degree from the State University of New York at Cordland. N.Y. She taught at Sexton High School in Lansing for three years. Huhn now resides in Geneva. N.Y.. where she has taught social science for the past five years at the Middle School of Geneva while earning her master’s degree. Huhn is the daughter of Leon and Marguerite Huhn, longtime residents of a home on Elmwood Beach at Gun Lake. Wrapped up, continued from page 1 * Share your experiences with others. If you find something that works, then advertise. Speak with your child's teacher or adminis­ trators about exciting ways to spark interest in school or learning, like incorporat­ ing Learning Wrap-Ups into the curriculum. Meet with other parents to find out what ways they encourage their children to learn. For more information about Learning Wrap-Ups, visit www.learningwrapups.com, or call (800) 992-4966 to find a retailer in your area. Generic Drugs: What Everyone Should Know (NAPSI—An estimated 44 percent of all prescriptions in the United States are filled with generic drugs These products carry all the medi­ cinal qualities (and side effects) of their brand-name counterparts, but generics tend to have one additional benefit: lower cost According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a generic drug is a copy that is identical to a brand-name drug in dosage, safety, strength, how it is taken, quality, performance and intended use. New drugs, like other new products, are developed under patent protection. The patent protects the invest­ ment—including research, development, marketing and promotion—by giving the company the sole right to sell the drug while the patent is in effect. When patents or other periods of exclusivity on brand-name drugs are near expiration, manufacturers can apply to the FDA to sell generic versions. For example, in the 1950s, when the analgesic acetamino­ phen was developed, it was only available under its brand name—Tylenol. Today, acet­ aminophen can be found in many other pain-relief prod­ ucts, including generic and store-brand versions. Environmental^ News Global Warming: Not For The Birds (NAPS)—Songbirds that millions of American bird­ watchers treasure will likely shift their ranges due to global warming, according to new research from the National Wildlife Federation and the American Bird Con­ servancy. 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In fact, brand­ name firms account for an estimated 50 percent of generic drug production. They frequently make copies of their own or other brand­ name drugs but sell them without the brand name. To learn more about generic drugs, contact your physician, pharmacist or insurance company. Or visit the FDA Web site at www. fda. gov/cder/ogd/indexhtm. president of the National Wildlife Federation The new research shows that giolxil warming is aln-ady shifting songbird ranges, alter­ ing their migration behavior and habitat, and perhaps diminishing some species’ abil ity to survive The toll of global warming not only threatens the birds themselves, but also tlie other wildlife that shares the birds’ habitat Many migratory songbirds play a critical role in their ecosys­ tem as predator, prey or pol­ linator “This trend will likely worsen if emissions of car­ bon dioxide and other heat­ trapping gases that con­ tribute to global warming are not reduced,” continued Van Putten. “While global warm­ ing is a serious challenge, each of us can become part of a solution that protects people and wildlife ’ By limiting emissions of carbon dioxide from the nation’s power plants, pro­ moting more fuel efficient cars, and providing incen­ tives for greater investment m energy efficient and renew­ able energy technologies, we can help slow global warm­ ing and protect the environ­ ment upon which people and wildlife depend. �The Sun and News MkkSeville Ml'August 13. 2002/Page 11 Historic Thatcher home new Vintage Village piece into the home followed by the Donald Boysen family in 1963. Duane Thatcher and his family have been resi­ dents of the home since 1983. To order this piece of the Vintage Village senes, send a check for $15 to the Mid­ dleville Village Players. P.O. Box 388. Middleville 49333. The piece will be available in the fall at Phar­ macy Care. Shear Pleasure and Thomapple Floral. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It s the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St. • Caledonia Ml 49316 616.891 9294 The Keeler-Thatcher home by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville residents know the home as the one on the corner of Main and Grand Rapids streets with lavender shutters. “You know, where the Thatchers live.” Many more will be able to become familiar with the home as it becomes the next in the Vintage Village cre­ ated by the Village Players of Middleville. It was built in 1892 by Isaac Keeler for his son Wil­ liam and William’s family. It originally cost $2,500 to build. It had gas lights and running water thanks to an outdoor water tower and windmill. Imported woods were used in the construc­ tion including tiger oak and rosewood. Floor coverings included imported, hand painted linoleum. Originally the home had two fireplaces. During reno­ vations in the past 100 years one of the fireplaces was re­ moved. A half bath, laundry room and garage were also added. The inside of the home in­ cludes a great hall with a re­ ception room with a grand staircase, two living rooms, dining room, kitchen, five bedrooms (one is a suite) and the original bathroom. The home has had some storied residents. In 1901 the Walter Hay­ ward family moved into home. In 1931. Farmer State Bank rented the home. In 1943 the Gerald White fam­ ily moved into the home. In 1954 Richard Robert­ son and his family moved “At Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise. ” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Karen Kelly. “I could have just as easily gone to Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, but I chose the Pennock Family Birthing Center. 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Chris Carr on bass and vocals and Dan Giaco- Cheryl VanderMolen (left) and Jen DeHaan, both of Grand Rapids, were having a great time dancing to the beat during the Cowpie Blues Festival. Father and son, Dick (right) and John Crissman took a moment to enjoy themselves amidst all the commotion that comes with running an event like the Cowpie Blues Festi­ val. COMPREHENSIVE CARE with confidence Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA-C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family with personal, comprehensive health care service. Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Advantage men’s & women’s health obstetrics - kids & teens seniors health *1 K b.aVlTW 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml - www.advantageheaith.org by Cathy L Rueter Staff Writer Despite the name there were no cowpies in the “Cowpie Blues Festival,” just lots of good music, food, friends and fun. The first annual festival was held at Shagbark Farms, owned by the Crissman Family in Alaska in the Caledonia/Aho area. “h’s a wonderful way to share the place and a good cause,” said John Crissman, a member of the West Michigan Blues Society who sponsored the event. Proceeds from the fest go to “Blues in the School.” The West Michigan Blues Society is an affiliate mem­ ber of the Blues Foundation and member of Grand Rap­ ids Arts Council. Bands and solo artists such as Grasshoppah, Big Daddy Fox, the Larry Mack Band and Nick Washburn were on hand to wow the crowd with their own brand of blues, each being differ­ ent. Vendor booths were available for the crowd to select everything from henna tattoos to masks, art work, rugs and jewelry. The festival seemed to be very organized. With the music starting at 2 p.m. and going on into the night-time “Keep supporting the blues. Thank one of your WMBS members 'cause I have a feeling we’re gonna be back out here next year," said Vincent Hayes, a solo blues guitarist from Muskegon hours, blues fans were able to come and go throughout the day. By 7:30 p.m., it was estimated that a whopping 500 to 600 people attended the event. Not bad for their first year. Will there be a second annual “Cowpie Blues Festi­ val?” As guitarist Vincent Hayes (Muskegon) said, “Keep supporting the blues. Thank one of your WMBS members ‘cause I have a feeling we're gonna be back out here next year.” For those interested in contacting the West Michi­ gan Blues Society, check out their website www.wmbs.org Christopher J. 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Literacy is critical to the nation's educational, eco­ nomic, and social health, and is the key to unlocking the doors of opportunity chase of “Read TeddyTM," and success for children. As part of its Teddy Bear a special teddy bear created Centennial™ celebration to by Build-A-Bear Workshop mark the 100th anniversary to promote literacy, will be of the Teddy bear, Build-A- donated to First Book. In addition, children can Bear Workshop® launched a special partnership with participate in the new Bearemy's Book Club First Book, a nonprofit liter­ acy organization dedicated which not only encourages to providing low-income all children to read, but also families the opportunities gives them a voice in to read and own new reviewing and recom­ books. First Book works mending books to other through a network of Local children. Advisory Boards to give Here are some rips for new books to children par­ encouraging literacy in ticipating in existing tutor­ your family and communi­ ing, mentoring, and family ty: literacy programs. • Make literacy accessi­ One dollar of every pur­ ble for all children through and medical studies have shown that the things a child eats can have a direct effect of behavior and learning. Many parents suspect that their child behaves dif­ ferently when brightly col­ ored cereals or certain soft drinks are consumed. Others believe that candy leads to out-of-control behavior. They may think their child is on a "sugar high" and overlook the real culprits — artificial food dyes and flavorings. "Food dyes are synthe­ sized from petroleum — just like gasoline," Bratby explains, "and it doesn't take much to set off a sensi­ tive child. Artificial flavor­ ings can be made from thousands of synthetic chemicals and some people don't tolerate them." A nonprofit parent sup­ port group provides infor­ mation on avoiding these additives. For a free brochure about their pro­ gram, send a long, self­ addressed stamped enve­ lope to: FAUS-ADD, P.O. Box 6550, Alexandria, Va., 22306. read on their own or to each other. Allow them to select the book of their choice. Have children help you select books to read aloud. Book* with chapters help older children understand plot and mark their progress through a story. Youngsters may need sim­ ple story books. * Encourage diaries or journals. Writing promotes language and critical think­ ing skills, as well as self expression. TBOeJO Attention deficit disorder? Millions of children in the United States are being diagnosed with an atten­ tion disorder, and many parents wonder if their child's behavior is an indi­ cation that something is wrong. "Before you con­ clude that your child has a disorder," says Kathy Bralby, M.S.N., R.N., of Stony Brook University, “take a look at what he is eating." When a child is evaluat­ ed for attention and behav­ ior problems, a key factor that often is overlooked is his diet. Clinical experience conducive to reading. Fill your home with colorful books and children's maga­ zines. Include large-print, read-it-yourself books. Pop-up books provide an interactive element, and can help stimulate interest in youngsters. Children are also enjoy "How Things Work" books and books on favorite topics such as cars, airplanes, planets and ani­ mals. • Make time for reading. Designate a time period when your children can advocacy programs. “Adults have all kinds of help in selecting good liter­ ature," says Maxine Clark, founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop. "Our goal through our committment to literacy' is to provide that same level of informative guidance for parents and children to help them sort through all the choices out there, and to help provide books to children whom may otherwise not have them." * Create an environment Safety Tip of the Week'. 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Reflexologist Reiki Practitioner Rejuvenation Table Therapy CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269-795-0053 S30.00 for First Time Clients ~ One Hour �Page 14/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 Scotsmoor project gets 4 thumbs up by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Scotsmoor Planned Unit Development off John­ son Street has finally won the blessing of the Caledo­ nia Township Planning Commission. In 4-1 vote Aug. 5. the commission recommended approval for the planned unit development by the Caledonia Township Board and Planning Commission. The Planning Commission had delayed action in May and June, requesting com­ munity input on the pro­ posed development. The planned Scotsmoor PUD. would be located on the Caledonia Village boundary off Johnson Street. Developer Gene Szpeinski requested amending the zon­ ing ordinance from low den­ sity single family to a planned unit development with a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. Szpeinski's plan, when presented to the commission earlier had been worked out between himself and the schools without much town­ ship or village input, and is­ sues evolving out of effects on both village and town­ ship residents were raised at the May Township Board meeting. The Township Board May15 said unresolved drainage problems, unknown traffic and safety impacts and the lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and surrounding areas re­ COOK Pennock Health Services has opening in the Nutritional Services Department for part-time cook. Weekend rotation required. One or two years experi­ ence in an institutional dietary department or restaurant is desired. Basic math and reading skills are a must, as well as good interpersonal skills. This job involves heavy lifting. Please apply to Pennock Health Services. Attn: Human Resources I>epartment. HX)9 West Green Street. Hastings, Michigan 49058; fa.’ to 269-945-0825 or e-mail pcnnuck 1 iserv.net Pennock hialth(P xvicis r****’' ’ quired a second look by the Planning Commission after the board's first reading. Though the request was for rezoning, and not a site plan review or approval of a phase of the PUD. the board did not want to approve the project while potential prob­ lems remained unresolved. In June the commission moved to ask for a meeting between the developer. Gene Szpeinski. and town­ ship. school and village rep­ resentatives to try to work out all the issues involved. Township Manager-Planner Dave ZyIstra agreed to fa­ cilitate such a meeting. Since that time discus­ sions and actions had re­ solved several matters and questions: • Drainage problems around Scotsmoor had been addressed. Szpeinski ex­ plained. Work had been completed on the Maloney Drain, two culverts under the old rail­ way and a school pathway which permits storm water to flow from the west. There had been an accumulation of 18 inches of sediment in the culvert under the rail trail, Szpeinski said. Sump pumps were in­ stalled on the west side of each culvert. Cleaning was completed July 31. The ar­ eas have not yet been seeded. Water had backed LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the Board ot Education ot Thornapple Kellogg School. Barry Allegan, Kent and loma Counties. Michigan, has called a special election to be held m the school district on Tuesday. September 24, 2002 TAKE NOTICE that the following proposition will be submitted at the special bond election BONDING PROPOSAL Shall 1 hornapple Kellogg School. Barry, Allegan Kent and Ionia Counties Michigan borrow the sum ol not to exceed Twenty-Four Million One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($24 115.000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor for the purpose of erecting, furnishing and equipping an addition or additions to and partially remodeling fur­ nishing and re-fumishing equipping and re-equipping school facilities acquiring metalling and equipping educational technology for school facilities erecting furnishing and equipping an addi­ tion to and utility vehicle structure tor the maintenance building acquiring school buses con­ structing developing and improving outdoor physical educabon/athlebc facilities mefodmg tennis courts and acqmnng developing and improving sites’ The Wtowmg e tor mformabonat purposes only It is expected that the bonds win be outstandng tor a penod of not more than twenty six (26) years exclusive ot returning No milage wW be levied m the year 2002 tor the new bond issue The estimated simple average annual rmiage anticipated to be requred to retire this bond debt ts 2 34 mills ($2 34 on each $1 000 of taxable vaiuatxxn (Pursuant to State law expenditure of bond proceeds must be audrted and the proceeds can­ not be used tor repair or maintenance costs teacher admotstraior or employee saianes or other operating expenses) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE EUGBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2002. IS MONDAY. AUGUST 26. 2002 PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY AUGUST 26. 2002 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION. To register «srt any Secretary of Stale branch ofltoe or your county aty or townsr^P clerk s office Persons planning to regster with the respective county aty or townsrxp clerks must ascer­ tain the days and hours on which the clerks offices are open tor registration This Notice «s given by order of the Board of Education of Thomappte Kekogg School Barry Alegan Kent ano Iona Counties Mcrugan Kim A. Selieck Secretary Board ot Education up on the Fitzsimmons prop­ erty on Kraft, and was now nearly dry. for the first time in about six years. The drains are on school prop­ erty, and a regular annual maintenance is needed to prevent future blockage, which Kent County Drain Commissioner Roger Laninga has required of the schools, he said. A catch basin is planned at the southwest corner of Scotsmoor. which will also carry water away from neighboring yards not on Scotsmoor property. Storm­ water along the north boundary- would be released into the Maloney drain. • A buffer area was asked for by the public. Szpeinski said plans were in place to assure screening. Existing tree lines would be filled in. Some existing tree stock would be moved to fill in along the boundaries. • Bus traffic through the Scotsmoor project is still planned. Through a coopera­ tive agreement the main pri­ vate artery through Scots­ moor will empty onto a school campus drive. Fiftythree buses in 2004 would travel north twice a day. In addition, grounds mainte­ nance equipment would use the road. The schools want this so­ lution which will help their internal traffic problems, Szpeinski said. The school will provide seasonal main­ tenance through the devel­ opment. A traffic study was done in 1998, but at that time culde-sac traffic was planned for the development, while a new street into the develop­ ment is planned to connect Caledonia Township BOARD MEETING MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. August 14. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan Note: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the July 17th B Correspondence Not requ»rmg Board Action C Approval to Pay B*s 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A Server B Uttmes Workshop 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) IX ADJOURNMENT to internal school traffic ar­ teries. A traffic study is nor­ mally acquired by a private consultant. After discussion, a second traffic study was not planned to be asked for by the Planning Commis­ sion. In previous discussion, a pathway for construction use was mistakenly identified as the planned street, and is farther than 80 feet from the high school drive across the street. Curves, controlled slops and curbed corners are planned devices hoped to discourage through traffic by non-residents. There will be sidewalks on both sides of the street in the development. • Duncan Lake corner alignment was not found to be possible. Because of the terrain and because under­ ground power and cable lines on the corner of the Community Education building, the planned street through Scotsmoor could not be aligned with Duncan Lake Avenue, which ends at Johnson. Another consideration was given to re-routing the end of South Duncan Lake to meet the drive entering Scotsmoor. but this would interfere with the existing high school building. Szpeinski said. Engineer Randy Wilcox had advised making the street public or that it be kept as a cul-de-sac. Szpein­ ski answered a private road allows the agreement be­ tween the development and the schools not possible w ith a public road. Planning Commissioner Tow nship Board Trustee W’ally Bujak voted against the recommen­ dation to the board. He ex­ pressed continued doubts about the traffic problems created on Scotsmoor Drive by the development and this particular plan. He said he was pleased with buffering efforts and remedies to the drainage issues. The recommendation came with qualifications for completion of the landscape buffer, a positive review by Wilcox and a copy of the written agreement with the schools for road mainte­ nance. Since Wilcox did not recommend the private road agreement between the schools and the Scotsmoor neighborhood association, whether the township board will honor the recommenda­ tion, is not certain. Detailed site plan ap­ proval must still be obtained from the township. Middleville man earns Lincoln Tech scholarship Bruce Temple of Middleville has been award­ ed a half-tuition scholarship to Lincoln Technical Institute in Indianapolis, Ind. Temple, a graduate of Wayland Union High School, is enrolled in the mechanical drafting and CAD technology program, which leads to an associate of applied science degree. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Temple of Middleville. The scholarship selection committee interviewed final­ ists who took the annual scholarship examination administered by LTI for high school seniors. The Indianapolis campus, located at 1201 Stadium Drive, is one of 23 facilities operated nationally by Lincoln Educational Ser­ vices, which has been pro­ Bruce Temple viding career education for more than a half century. It offers degree and diploma programs in diesel and truck service management, auto­ motive service management, automotive technology, diesel and truck technology, and architectural or mechan­ ical drafting design and CAD technology. HELP WANTED Part-time Help Monday-Friday 5 am - 10 am Great for college students. Apply at... 9175 Cherry Valley Suite K, Caledonia or call Jennie at 616-581-3107 �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/August 13 2002/Page 15 Yankee Springs considers links and splits by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board heard about “Link Michigan Initia­ tive” Thursday night from Dixie Stadel-Manshum from the Barry County Economic Development Commission. Stadel-Manshum ex­ plained that the “Link Michigan” initiative is state sponsored and is a way to make sure that broadband telecommunications are pos­ sible in even the smallest of areas within the county. She told the board that the county is hoping to get broad support from town­ ships, villages, schools, li­ braries and businesses through the county. She en­ couraged them to participate on some of the committees, even if they decide not to help fund the project. The board did not make any decisions at this meet­ ing. Township officials did, however, approve land divi­ sions for Jon Finch at 2717 S. Patterson Road (The Hummingbird). This prop­ erty will be divided into one C-2 commercial parcel and three residential single fam­ ily parcels. K-D Development also received subdivision ap­ proval for seven parcels at 1600 North Norris Road. These are all three-acre par­ cels in agricultural zoned property and did not need approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission. They also approved a re­ quest by the owner of 520 N. Payne Lake Road to di- Ice cream stand approved for Greg’s Get It ‘N Go by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It will be much more comfortable to eat ice cream at Greg’s Get It ‘N Go next summer Members of the Village of Middleville Planning Commission approved site plans which sec the building of a small ice cream stand next to Greg’s. A spokesperson for Greg's said this will allow ice cream to be sold away from (he alcohol sales at the convenience store and will be a more comfortable loca­ tion " The plans include a driveup window and a deck. Greg’s will remove one sign and is prepared to change the existing sign within five years. Some con­ cern was expressed that the “Red Barn” design does not meet the facade require­ ments being discussed by the members of the Down­ town Development Author­ ity. Planning Commission and DDA member Catherine Beyers said, “This shows why finishing the facade re­ quirements is important.” The commission also im­ proved the plans for Phase III of the Misty Ridge Sub­ division. Once this phase is completed, there will be 74 homes in Misty Ridge. An association should be cre­ ated by the time the last home is built in Phase III. The draft of association rules is being written. Planning Commission, member Dave Newman noted his disappointment that the “open space” in the MASSAGE THERAPIST Pennock Health Services is seeking a part-time massage therapist to work for our on site Health and Wellness Center. Must have completed a Certified Massage Therapy pro­ gram. Demonstrated competency in monitoring vital signs and in cordiopulmonary resuscitation is required. Please submit resume with letter of introduction to: Pennock Health Services. Attn.: Human Resources Department, 1009 West Green Street. Hastings. Michigan 49058; e-mail to pennockl@iserv.net; or fax to 269-945-0825. See our website at pennockhealth.com. Pennock Misty Ridge development is not the “park like” setting they imagined, but utilitar­ ian space for drainage. There was a discussion of the drainage easements, with the understanding that all the easements will be filed so that the village can main­ tain the easement area. The board also approved the site plan for Speedway, which has purchased Crystal Flash, with the understand­ ing the company has to get a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals for front yard setback. Plans for the new canopy and a more sub­ dued lighting plan were ap­ proved. Newman reported on the update of the local sign ordi­ nance, and the commission set a public hearing for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3. Beyers reported on the progress of the sidewalk or­ dinance. She asked that it be shared with the Village Council’s ordinance com­ mittee before the public hearing is set. A public hearing also will be held Sept. 3 on the pro­ posed amendment to the site plan for Carveth Village. Planner Geoff Moffatt re­ ported that Tires 2000 has complied with requests with speed bumps and new en­ trance arrows. The Mid­ dleville unit of the sheriffs department will monitor these changes to see if they help traffic flow at the inter­ section at M-37 and Arling­ ton Court. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning Commission wili be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Sept. 3. in the Village Hall. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach well 1,000 area homes for only a few bucks! vide the property into two parcels so that a new home can be built. The owner be­ lieved that the original home had been rezoned in 1985. but no records could be found. In other business, the board approved the purchase of 12 radio pagers for the 12 volunteer firefighters sta­ tioned in Yankee Springs. The cost is about $5356 for the 12 units. Supervisor Al McCrumb also reported that bids for the water tower project will go out in November and construction should begin in the spring. For Sale Portable Classrooms (3) - Caledonia Community Schools will be taking bids on portable classrooms (two 23*6" x 56‘ and one 20’ x 40’. no restrooms, electnc heat and air conditioning, in good condition. Contact Gary Delger. Director of Operations. 616-8910225 for information. Bids are due by noon on August 30. 2002 Please send bids to Gary Delger, Director of Operations. Caledonia Community Schools. 8944 Kraft Avenue. Caledonia. Ml 49316. Mark “Portable Classroom Bid" on the face of the envelope. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 19. 2002. at 7 00 pm . the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning an ordi nance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The principal pro visions of the proposed amending ordinance are the following 1 Section 3 34 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to home occupations would be amended m its entirety Current provisions on major and minor home occupations are deleted A listing of examples of home occupations is included Minimum conditions for lawful home occupations are specified A definition of home occupation is also provided 2 Section 3 34 of the Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to add provisions lor home bpsed businesses A home based business is defined as an occupation or profession earned on by one or more members of a family residing on the premises, plus not more than one additional non res idem employee, but subject to various conditions concerning maximum building floor area lor the business, and other limitations Examples of permitted home based businesses are specified A home based business may not negatively impact the residential character of the neighborhood, and there may be no external evi dence of the carrying on of such a business, except for permitted signage Minimum conditions for home based businesses are specified The Planning Commission may also approve home occupations and home based businesses which are similar in character to those listed in Section 3 34 Provisions are also included for the issuance of permits for home occupations and home based businesses, and no such activities can be carried on without the issuance of such permits. Other provisions covering home occupations and home based busi­ nesses are included in the amending ordinance 3. Chapter XIX, pertaining to signs in all districts, would be added to the Zoning Ordinance, in replacement of existing Chapter XIX. Among other provisions. Chapter XIX includes numerous sign definitions; general sign provisions including requirements on placement and illumination of signs; computation of sign area; sign permits and applications therefor, exempt signs, temporary signs, banners and flags, political signs; prohibited signs; specific provisions for signs m all of the zoned districts in the Township and in planned unit development districts and for special land uses; construction and maintenance requirements for signs; non-conforming signs, portable and temporary signs and other provisions pertaining to the installation; maintenance and nature of signs within the Township. 4 Section 21.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the restoration and repair of non-con­ forming buildings and structures is amended to provide that if a non-conforming building or struc ture containing a conforming use is damaged by fire or other casualty, the non conforming build ing or structure may nevertheless be rebuilt rf such rebuilding does not increase the non-con­ formity of the building or structure The amending ordinance includes other changes pertaining to non-conforming uses, buildings and structures 5 The Open Space Preservation Overlay (O-S-P) District would be added to ttie Zoning Ordinance. The O-S-P District would be available for condominium developments, platted subdi visions and land divisions in the A Agricultural District and the R-R Rural Residential District, as an overlay district, with the underlying zoning provisions remaining in place, except for dimen­ sional and minimum lot area requirements Permitted uses m the O-S-P District include single family detached dwellings, farms, orchards, nurseries, greenhouses and accessory buildings and uses. The minimum area of an O-S-P District is ten acres, though the Planning Commission may m rts discretion approve a district of fewer than ten acres Other provisions in the O-S-P Chapter include requirements on eligibility of lands preservation of open space and natural features, design standards water supply and sanitary sewer service requirements requirements for open space, including dedication of at least 50% of the gross area of the site as open space held in common ownership, and building density, including circum­ stances in which bonus building density may be approved Other provisions m the O-S-P Chapter include requirements as to access, internal roads and driveways location of lots and dwellings minimum budding setbacks and minimum yard require ments, transition area requirements, pedestrian circulation, phasing of developments, architec­ tural and site design requirements and procedural provisoes for establishment of O-S-P Districts, after Planning Commission public hearing and approval, without requirement for rezonng of the lands There are other provisions conceding compatibility with adjacent uses, compliance with non­ Township regulations and revisions m approved O-S-P sue plans 6 The amending ordnance also includes amendments m Chapter XV of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) District Among other matters, the proposed amendments n the PUD Chapter mdude a prohibition on a mixed-use PUD m the A & R-R zon­ ing districts, modification of burfdng density provisions metudmg authorization ot budding density bonus of up to 10% under specified requirements modification of the amount and computation of mnmum open space areas m a PUD authority of Planning Commission io modify maximum burking height requirement revision r buffer zone provisions amendment of provision withholdmg PUD jurisdiction from Zonng Board of Appeals and other amendments n the PUD Chapter A copy oi the amending ordnance e on f*e n the Township office and may be reviewed by inter­ ested persons during Townsrwp office hours. AM nterested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordnance Written comments can be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address up to the time of the public hearing Dated July 25. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 303 �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 Caledonia Planning Commission tables Garbow project by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Tom Garbow, represent­ ing his father Paul Garbows business, told the Caledonia Township Planning Com­ mission last week about his frustration with delays im­ posed on the Garden Grove project, but the development was put on hold again be­ cause of a need for a traffic study. The Garden Grove planned unit development (PUD) was proposed for the southeast corner of 100th and M-37. which was estab­ lished by a consent judg­ ment. but with conditions, it was first required to get ap­ proval from the Department of Environmental Quality and from the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation. The DEQ had asked for modifications in the site plan. A wetlands area was to be altered, and the DEQ had requested mitigation that doubled the size of the origi­ nal marsh area. The agency had asked the developer to eliminate the access drive onto M-37 in order to avoid filling the wetlands. The elimination of the drive also was supported by the Michi­ gan Department of Trans­ portation, which does not encourage placement of drives near busy comers (the intersection of M-37 and 100th Street). This required asking for an amendment to the plan. Garbow requested the plan be altered as a result of the changes needed in the pro­ ject as a result of the DEQ and DOT requirements. The Township Board in July granted four of five changes before construction begins. The first four were approved: 1. A requirement of an 18-month commencement would begin with the June 18 DEQ approval. 2. Commercial parcel B would be allowed to be con­ structed at the beginning rather than parcel A. If this was to be a professional of­ fice building, only one liq­ uor license was to be in the agreement. 3. Once construction be­ gan on the residential units, one more commercial build­ ing could be constructed at the same time. When con­ struction began on the as­ sisted living facility. Gar­ bow asked that one more commercial structure be started as well. Finally, when construction began on the residential apartments, he wanted permission to be­ gin the remaining commer­ cial structures concurrently. The order of commercial uses would be determined by potential buyers. 4. Either a restaurant or a professional building would be allowed, with a change from 8.450 to 8.500 square feet. There were concerns that the residential units would be completed before the commercial units were all put in. It was decided the changes would be put into written language by the township attorney before fi­ nal approval by the board is given. The last request, to mod­ ify the site plan, which was indicated by the changes to the wetland boundaries, the driveway and several other parcels (A. E , F, G and I) or building changes, meant the developer needed to return to the Planning Commission for approval of those Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP of Michigan LOST STREAM MAP * The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “lost Stream Map.’ The ‘Stream Map of Pennsylvania’ was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. 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Township Board trustees objected to the elimination of the M-37 access, in spite of DEQ and DOT recom­ mendations because this would require all the traffic generated by Garden Grove residents and commercial customers to use 100th Street, an already dangerous street and intersection situa­ tion which would be magni­ fied without a signal light at the intersection of 100th and M-37. The Planning Commis­ sioners also did not like routing of all traffic from the development onto one street instead of two. but acknowl­ edged the reports from DOT and the DEQ seemed to leave no other option if the development was to be al­ lowed. More traffic generated by the development is pro­ jected. Left turns onto 100th Street were a big worry, and both left and right turns from 100th onto M-37 con­ tinue to be a hazardous situation. A traffic light would remedy the problem, but until there is an increase in traffic. M-DOT is not likely to’support an expen­ sive light on the corner, a “Catch-22” situation. Township board members last month said the light can­ not be assured, but other ac­ tions might also encourage its installation. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said resi­ dents’ letters to state offi­ cials might garner political support, which might help get the light at the corner. It was mentioned by the board that other developers had paid for widening of shoulders and turn lanes in other areas along M-37 to alleviate traffic pressures their developments had helped create. Garbow said there would be widening and deceleration lanes along both M-37 and 100th streets. Garbow agreed it would be a lot safer when a light is put in. Paul Garbow had asked if the Planning Commission was insisting the developer pay for putting in a light, and Tom Garbow said no other developer building near an intersection had been required to help fund a traffic light. Commissioners said that was not being required, but did ask the developer to ac­ tively lobby with the rest of the citizens now trying to achieve traffic measures which will improve the safety at that intersection. The mixed-use proposal is eventually planned to be a community for elderly resi­ dents and would include a care facility for the elderly, condo units and commercial offices and shops, which would harmonize with ac­ tivities elderly citizens would enjoy and use. The proposal would in­ clude three residential uses and five commercial uses, two of which would not start until the residential parts were done. Six hundred parking spaces are planned. If Garbow proceeds with the development, the situa­ tion would be potentially dangerous, but the commer­ cial traffic equid be post­ poned. A planned theater could potentially cause seri­ ous traffic problems, yet could also be postponed, board members suggested last month. Commissioners suggested it might be necessary to limit the rate and amount of development permitted in Garden Grove contingent upon installation of a light. Need for a traffic impact study/analysis was dis­ cussed, as recommended by Planner Dave Zylstra and Wilcox in a staff report. Tom Garbow said he did not understand why another study was needed, when a previous one had not been asked for. He pointed out the development had been adjusted for fewer and less intense uses, reduced park­ ing capacity, and an im­ proved traffic situation on l(M)th Street, in his opinion. Commissioners pointed out the study was needed because the change of two driveways reduced to only one, dramatically changed the safety and welfare impli cations on residents, a major charge for township plan­ ners. Chairman Archie Warner said the Planning Commis­ sion's job is to facilitate rea­ sonable growth. He said al some point in the process of development, a light needed to be on that corner to assure safety. Planning Commissioner Wally Bujak said to make such determinations a traffic study was needed, and asked to table the request pending a study: 1. Estimating the future traffic impacts of building different phases and the end use in Garden Grove. 2. Including an impartial review by the township en­ gineer. This would help to estimate and establish the rate of build-out, and at which stage the intersection needs a traffic light in order to support safe traffic condi­ tions. It was not certain how long obtaining a study could take. If the study can be fin­ ished before the next busi­ ness meeting, the commis­ sioners agreed to consider it before then. Commissioner Mercier asked the Garbows to provide materials in a manner timely enough to give adequate consideration. Work on the project has been held up pending receipt of various agency approvals, a full year for the DEQ process, adding to the impa­ tience of the Garbows. Paul Garbow said he wanted to get started, saying that at age 78, he hoped to be around long enough to sec the project finished. Can 945-9554 for classified ads. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/August 13. 2002/Page 17 Yankee Springs hearing tackles lire levy propsal by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board’s public hearing last Thursday eve­ ning took up the pros and cons of a possible one mill levy for fire equipment and operating expenses for the Nov. 5 general election bal­ lot. The township’s three* year, two-mill equipment levy is in its third year and renewal will not be sought. Supervisor Al McCrumb ex­ plained that the current mil­ lage has raised about $550,000 with one more year to go. The board has authorized the purchase of a brush rig, pumper and tanker truck, which should cost just under $500,000. The town­ ship also is using some of the funds to equip the 12 volunteers who will be working out of the Yankee Springs fire bam. About 20 residents at­ tended the hearing. Speak­ ing for the levy was former township Supervisor George London, who told the board, “I think that one mill is im­ mensely fair. I think this is a good proposal and I’m pleased with the thinking of the board.” However, Jeff Sherwin told the board he would rather wait to see if there is a need before going for a levy. He agreed with treasurer John Jerkatis that the gen­ eral fund should pay the costs of fire protection. Jerkatis said he believes that the surplus in the gen­ eral fund is enough to cover the costs of fire protection. McCrumb and trustee Jack Finkbemer see the one mill levy allowing the town­ ship to pay the one-half mill of state equalized valuation (SEV) to Thomapple Town­ ship for Thomapple Town­ ship Emergency Services (TTES) coverage of the township. This year the cost is approximately $71,000. The current half mill operat­ ing levy only brings in about $41,000 which is supple­ mented from the general fund. The remaining half mil would allow the township begin an equipment replace­ ment fund and pay for main­ tenance of the equipment. This new contract is signifi­ cantly less than the previous contract, which cost the township $110,000 in its last year. Edna Lewis, who is not in favor of all the ways the township spends money came out strongly for the re­ newal of the current half mill for fire operating. “We’ve got to have a de­ cent fire department. Espe­ cially since we have lots of older homes like mine, which are probably fire traps." Finkbeiner stressed the need to put money away for the future. “It would be fool­ ish to lose .5 mill. People would like to see full-time staff in the fire barn on weekends and that is a cost which needs to be budg­ eted." McCrumb and Fire Chief Mark Marentette agree that the township has the best of both worlds. There is quality service through TIES. the fire barn with township owned equipment has low­ ered the contract costs and the township has time to see if an independent fire de­ partment is possible. “Whatever the decision is in November, we hope to continue the quality of fire protection to our residents," McCrumb concluded. The board held a special meeting Monday. Aug. 12. to decide how or whether to put a fire levy on the No­ vember ballot. AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. Has Rolled Back The Prices! Former supervisor George London (standing,) told the Yankee Springs board, “I think a one mill levy is immensely fair." Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. Only $525 WMW a month Includes Home and Lot Rent (Lot rent $125 mo. 3 yr. lease) Offer Good till September 31, 2002 New 16 x 80 (1,153 sq. ft.) Three bedrooms, 2 baths, many extras. Includes choice of air or shed. Located at Country Meadows Village 76th & Kraft (Beautiful indoor pool) and Cider Mill Village (Enjoy country setting. Dogs allowed) r i • r • ii For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 V**) VVWF7 / �Page 18/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 Middleville WWII vet honored by French govt. by Marcie Westover J-Ad Graphics Intern Robert Burns served his country in World War II and was recognized for his ef­ forts by the United States government, but now 58 years, later the French gov­ ernment also is bestowing him a medal. Burns, who is deceased) was honored with the French government's Nor­ mandy Medal of the Jubilee of Liberty after serving in the 237th Engineer Combat Battalion. His wife. Frances Burns, accepted the honor on his behalf from Rep. Vcrn Elhcrs. Burns was born and raised in the Middleville area before entering the Army. Over the course of his service he end up serving in places a long way from Michigan like Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe. Besides his recent honor, he was decorated with FAME Theater Ribbon with five bronze stars, the Good Conduct Medal, Distin­ guished Unit Badge, WWII Victory Medal and a Bronze Arrowhead. The 237th Battalion was given a citation for “extraor­ dinary heroism and out­ standing performance of duty in action" by the United States government in 1944. The group of soldiers had a task to clear underwa­ ter obstacles at the Nor­ mandy invasion. They fought through heavy enemy their farm and pick peaches or cherries. The Burns family sent three brothers into World War II. Robert Burns served as an engineer. Thomas "Ned" Burns served in the infantry and James Burns served as a medic. "The country called upon him.” Ann said. "So he went to war." She wanted all to remem­ ber that many Barry County residents served proudly during WWII. The French government Robert Bums served in now has decided to also re­ the 237th Engineer Com­ ward the veterans 58 years bat Baton during World after the heroics. There were 15 other War II Michigan veterans rewarded with the prestigious honor: Philip Armstrong of Grand­ fire with 60-pound packs on ville. John Bouwman of their backs to reach their tar­ Grandville. Dick Hollebeek get destination. of Grand Rapids. John Jab­ The battalion was lonski of Grand Rapids. Al­ dropped on the beach early fred Kowalcwski of Grand by accident. They were Rapids. John Kralik of De­ strapped with explosives and troit. Francis McAnally of fought hard to serve their Cedar Springs, Jack Mess­ country. inger of Detroit. Charles Burns spoke little of his Ohanesian II of Grand Rap­ war experiences to his fam­ ids. Adelbert Root of Grand ily. His daughter. Ann. said Rapids. Richard Raczkowski that he lost his medals and of Grand Rapids. Edward was never able to bring them Stolt of Bay Shore. Harry home. Wysocki of Grand Rapids, After returning from the Robert Wilson of Grand war Burns set up a life with Rapids and Robert F. Singer his wife on a fruit farm in of Detroit. Middleville and raised seven Any other veterans that children. The farm was have questions concerning owned by his father and pur­ the medals can contact the chased in 1883. office of Vern Elhers. Burns’ daughter said that many people in the Mid­ Enjoy present pleasures dleville area would come to in such a way as not to injure future ones. —Seneca PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL Congressman Vern Ehlers presents the Medal of the Jubilee of Liberty for Rob­ ert Bums to his wife. Frances Burns. AA, ALANON MEETINGS Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valiev #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. 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Call for Classifieds McNaughton 945-9554 or 1-800-870.7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week For Sun & News ACT/ON-Ads! celebrated 81st birthday Dick McNaughton cele­ brated his 81st birthday on Aug. 12, 2002. Cards will be welcomed. Send cards to 7517 State Road, Middleville, Ml 49333. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middlevilk^ �The Sun and News. Middleville, ML August 13. 2002/Page 19 Who's on First?' returns to Heritage Days by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Heritage Days com­ mittee meets tonight, Tues­ day, August 13. Plans are falling into place and every­ thing is getting ready to go Last minute details need to be ironed out and festival chairs Ray and Cheryl Pe­ ters home to here from more residents willing to volun­ teer during the two day festi­ val on September 6 and 7. Mike and John Bremer from the Village Players of Middleville will be perform­ ing “Who’s on First?” to Heritage Days this year. This classic Laurel and Hardy comedy routine al­ ways elicits laughs. On Friday night. Sept. 6. the new gazebo in Stage­ coach Park will be the site for Heritage Days entertain­ ment from 6 to 9 p.m. So far the entertainment lineup in­ cludes gospel by Bought and Paid For and In his Name and Becky Whitlimore’s Praise Group. Also on Friday arc violins by Tyler. Marissa and Ryan Swanson, country western by Katie Whitis and four part harmony by Inspira- lions. Any groups who would like more information or to audition should call Cheryl Peters at 795-0051. The Heritage Days festi­ val will be held in down­ town Middleville on Friday. Sept. 6. On Saturday. Sept. 7 the festival begins with a 5K run downtown and then moves to Page Elementary School following the parade at 10 a.m. The theme for this year’s parade is “Childhood Memories” and prizes will be awarded. Judging of en­ tries will begin at 9 a m. while the parade is lining up in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. The pa­ rade will step off at 10 a.m. Pre-registration is re­ quested by calling Marisa at 795-3590 after 6 p.m. Frank Fiala encourages tractor owners to participate in the annual tractor pull. “I think it will be even better this year. We really appreci­ ate Bill Sief helping sponsor the event." New this year are the horseshoe tournament, new games and a balloon clown for the youngest festival go- The Knight Moves chess tournament returns again as well. Adults and students from kindergarten through high school will enjoy the brain stretching exercises. 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Township Supervisor Al McCrumb is seeking bids for paving the drive and parking area. Forsberg told the commit­ tee that he and his wife, Dec Private Roads. Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent AAsphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Lowell, would make the fi­ nal adjustments to the grant application and that it would be submitted for the next round of grants. Fran Leonard, president of the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Women’s Club, spoke about the commitment of the club members to the park. Local GFWC members may work to raise the matching funds needed for playground equipment. The new mini-park on Parker Drive has been a long time coming. The committee has brainstormed what would be nice to include in­ cluding a picnic area, bas­ ketball hoops, baseball dia­ mond and a walking path. The next meeting of the Yankee Spnngs Park Com­ mittee is Tuesday. Aug. 27, at the Yankee Springs Township Hall. 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First they checked the way the wind was blowing Elizabeth Ketchum, wearing visor, is another TK middle school student exploring engineering in the electricity lab at WMU. The girls were making calculations for their balloon launches which ended the week's camp Then the balloon went up, up and away TKMS student Liza Jedlowski (on right) works with other girls at a special engi­ neering and science camp at Western Michigan University earlier this summer by Patricia Johns Staff Writer For some students in the Thornapple Kellogg Schools, summer vacation has been the time to re­ group, watch a little more television, go to summer camp, or even just read lots of books in summer reading clubs. For other students sum­ mer fun has been mixed with scientific exploration. This June four seventh grad­ ers attended a special camp at Western Michigan Uni­ Wie affkr botin. M«». a Wed 8-S. Tues, Thun. 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Girls had an oppor­ Students were able to use tunity to meet students from computer programs, techni­ other schools, college pro­ cal equipment and plan a fessors and some science balloon launch to gather teachers who also partici­ data. pated in the summer camp It seemed like the hottest program. �Help Kids Defeat The Heat (NAPS>—A little knowledge can help parents protect their children from the dangers of heat Consider the case of tenyear-old football player Abe Howe One of 30 million active kids in the United States, he learned the hard way how quickly dehydration and heat illness can strike when he collapsed on the field and required immediate medical attention. To help shed light on this serious health risk. Abe and his mom helped the National SAFE KIDS Camp­ aign, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and Gatorade launch “Defeat the Heat," a public safety cam­ paign designed to alert par­ ents of the dangers of dehy­ dration and heat illness among active kxis and provide information on prevention. Preventing dehydration may sound simple, but a recent survey commissioned by the National SAFE KIDS Campaign reveals that three in four parents do not know how much fluid their kids need to replace what is lost through sweating and are uninformed on how tn prevent dehydration “Dehydration is a serious medical concern that in extreme cases, can lead to Band Boosters set first meeting for Aug, 19 death." said Dr Martin Eichelberger, president and founder of the National SAFE KIDS Campaign and the med­ ical director of Emergency Medical Services for Children s National Medical Center “Active kids w ho don’t dnnk enough are most at risk The good news is children who dnnk fluids regularly can pre­ vent dehydration and a trip to the emergency room " According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year more than 300 people die from heat-related illnesses, but many cases of dehydration and heat illness are easily preventable as long as par­ ents teach their children to dnnk enough of the right flu­ ids. The “ABCs" are an easy way to remember how to Defeat the Heat: • Always dnnk before, dunng and after activity. • Bnng the nght fluids Research suggests sports dnnks like Gatorade hydrate kids best. • Consider fluids as part of essentia) equipment for playing sports safely. For more information, visit www.defeattheheat.com or call 1-866-5DEFEAT to order an educational brochure. The members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Band Boost­ ers will hold their first meet­ ing of the 2002-2003 school year at 7 p.m. Monday. Aug. 19. in the high school band room. All parents of current TKHS band members are in­ vited to attend. Volunteers are needed for the first foot­ ball game and other events dunng the coming year. Band members will be practicing that night so par­ ents can attend the meeting while their students are playing. For more information about the Band Boosters, email tkbandbooster(ahotmail.com. a Thornapple Kellogg Schools Lee Elementary School HAVE A GREAT SUMMER SCHOOL STARTS AUG 27TH Two weeks and counting School starts two weeks from today Are you ready? Research Shows Kids Drank 30% More Gatorade Than Water Sport* Drink 8! s Adored Water Water Only Intake: 38 oz. per 3 hr. Period Intake: 30 oz. per 3 hr. Period Intake: 20 oz. per 3 hr. Period Result: Complete Rehydratlon Result: Tendency Toward Dehydration Result: Dehydration Occurred Wilk S BarOr. J Pfiyttol 80(4) 1112 1117. IBM Thanks to you Barry County... Family & Children Services provides outpa­ tient counseling to individuals, couples and families dealing with anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, relationship, employment, school and parenting issues. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community TIP OFF TIME: CHECK IN TIME: 7:30 am Great Local Service! 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Middleville Ml/August 13. 2002 Keeping time in time for first game The members of the Thornappie Kellogg High School band attended band camp at the high school during the week of August 5-9 Here they are learning to walk in ovals under the direction of Ray Rickert Members of the band boosters (i.e. con­ cerned parents) served meals during the week The band will perform during the first football game on Aug 30 and will march in the Heritage Day parade on Sept. 7. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 toplace pour ad today. Trail Association to meet Aug. 22 The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation holds its monthly meeting on Thursday, August 22 at the Rutland Township Hall beginning at 7 p.m. “We welcome new mem­ bers to attend our meetings. The more people who are in­ volved. the more we can ac­ complish," Association president Michael Gormley says. “We continue to get in­ quiries about the trail. Maps of the trail are available on line at www.thornapplctrail.com. We may plan some work sessions on the Paul Henry Thornappie Trail this fall.” Gormley says. The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Rutland Town­ ship Hail. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. The association is work­ ing to raise funds to pave more of the trail. Informa­ tion about the Thornapple Trail Association is avail­ able by writing to the asso­ ciation at P.O. Box 393, Middleville 49333. Check out the web site for maps and a history- of the trail. The start of the first Heritage Day run had lots of energy in all the energy Regis­ tration forms are now available for the Heritage Day Run 2002. Heritage Days events to include 5K run/walk The scenic and challeng­ ing 5-kilometer run and walk returns to Heritage Days in Middleville on Sat­ urday, Sept. 7. Registration forms are available by stopping by the Thornapple Township or Village of Middleville of­ fices. The 5K race/walk is spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, with help from the Felpausch food centers. Funds raised from this event will be used by the commission to fund recrea­ tional programming and fa­ cility improvements. Race coordinator Susan Vlietstra is looking forward to hold­ ing the second race in Mid­ dleville. “Everyone enjoyed last year’s race and I hope that we have many returning runners as well as new run­ ners," she says. Early registrations, post­ marked by Friday, Aug. 30, arc $16, per person. Late registrations are $20 and participants arc not guaran­ teed a T-shirt. For more information about this event, call 269795-7202. Labor Day Cup to draw thousands of soccer fans The second-annual Michi­ gan International Labor Day Cup youth soccer tourna­ ment will be held Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at the Barry Ex­ position Center and Camp­ ground in Hastings. Tournament organizers expect 7,000 players and fans to converge for the event, which will feature 12 soccer fields and six age di­ visions from U9 to U14. Both boys’ and girls’ teams will compete. Participation awards will be given to every player in the U9 and U10 divisions, and individ­ ual awards will be granted to U11-U14 finalists and champions. Some slots are still avail­ able for interested teams. Teams must be affiliated with a soccer organization, such as AYSO, to be eligi­ ble. For sign-up or other in­ formation, contact Christie Williams at the Soccer Spot at 616-464-1000 or visit the tournament Web site at http//: www.mildcup.com. Middle Villa Lanes Family Fun Days” Friday, Aug. 2nd to Sunday, Sept. 1st Specials on: Bowling, Hol Dogs and Pop &///// Call for times 795-3640 or 891-1287 on M-37 just North of Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/August 13. 2002/Page 23 Middleville AYSO Regional Referee Training Course set The Middleville A.Y.S.O. will be holding an A.Y.S.O. Regional Referee Training Course on Saturday, August 24 at the Thomapple Town­ ship Hall from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (which includes lunch and breaks). Thomap­ ple Township Hall is located at 200 E. Main Street in Middleville. This is the basic referee class. This is an eight-hour A.Y.S.O. course to intro­ duce soccer refereeing. Graduates become certified as A.Y.S.O. Regional Refe­ rees, and are qualified to referee A.Y.S.O. games at the U6. U8. U10, U12, and U14 levels. (Ages 4 to 14). This is a free course for those who sign up to referee Middleville AYSO games. All course materials are pro­ vided, but participants should bring a pen or pencil and paper to take notes. Anyone interested in tak­ ing this course must be 12 years of age or older. No soccer or refereeing knowl­ edge or experience is re­ quired! This is a beginning course. Previously certified refe­ rees arc not required to at­ tend for recertification pur­ poses. On Tuesday. August 27 a field training session will be held for those attending the Regional Referee Training Class, and previously certi­ fied referees. This two-hour course begins at 6:30 PM and concludes at 8:30 PM. Located at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School soc­ cer fields, hands on instruc­ tion will include the diago­ nal system of control, how to use line judges, actual ex­ perience in making calls for out of bounds, throw ins. corner kicks, goal kicks, penalty kicks, crowd control techniques, time manage­ ment techniques, and more. Both sessions will provide theory and hands-on prepa­ ration for those wanting to referee A.Y.S.O. games in Middleville. A.Y.S.O. is an all-volun­ teer organization. Participa­ tion does make a difference. Referees are particularly needed. Tom Ward of the A.Y.S.O. says. “Volunteer referees get training, experi­ ence, and certification. 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Make reservationseariy so we can plan appropriately. For informa­ tion contact Ward at 269765-5132 or email to wardtefa iserv .net. Practices underway for fall prep sports Here we go again. Another school year of sports opened last Thursday with the first official prac­ tices for high school boys’ golf teams. The other seven fall sports — girls’ basket­ ball, boys’ and girls’ cross country, football, boys’ soc­ cer, girls* swimming and girls' tennis — held their first practices Monday. An up-to-date physical examination is required to participate in any schoolsponsored sport. Students still interested in participat­ ing in a fall sport can obtain specific tryout and practice information from the Thornapple-Kellogg High School athletic office at 795-5432 or the Caledonia High School athletic office at 891-0211. For Rent CALEDONIA (WEST OF): 1 bedroom, rural, quiet, up­ dated farm house apartment. Appliances. No pets. $450 plus utilities. (616)554-9846 CALEDONIA AREA: 2 bedroom apartment, $525. Stu­ dio apartment, $390 Stoves & refrigerators, no pets. (616)891-8457 FOR RENT: Thomapple Kellogg school district, 3 plus bedrooms, 2 bath, locat­ ed minutes from Hastings or Grand Rapids on 3 acres. Now available, no pets, $850 a month plus deposit. Call (616)340-1259.____________ HOUSE FOR RENT. Mid­ dleville 4 bedroom, garage. No pets, $700 per month plus deposit. (269)795-3550 days or (269)795-7445 nights. LIVE IN THE COUNTRY! Alto/Lowell schools, lovely woods and lake, spacious 3 bedroom, mam floor apart­ ment, 1-1/2 baths, deck, 1,150 square feet, $650 & utilities, cats $10, no dogs, near M-50 and 1-96, (616)891 1840 WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING at affordable prices. Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Garage Sale Lown & Garden ANNUAL GARAGE SALE: 930 Arlington Ct. August 15th & 16th, 9am-5pm. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am5.30pm, Sat., 9am-2pm COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE: Friday & Sat­ urday, August 16th i 17th, 9am-5pm. Yankee Springs Meadows, 1330 N. Patterson, W'ayland. HUGE GARAGE SALE: Thurs & Fn, 8am-6pm. Mens, womens, girls clothes, TV, snowblowers, micro­ wave, bikes, old records, computer, books, desk & chair and more. 905 W. Main St, Middleville. TRACTOR FOR SALE: 1980/7020 Allis Chalmers tractor, cab, heat, air, AM/FM, in good shape & low hours, $9,000 obo Also Ber vac snow blower, 71/2 wide, two stage, 3 pt. in ex­ cellent shape, $600 obo . Call (616)642-9519 NEED SOME PRINTING done? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Help Wanted CALEDONIA EARLY CHILDHOOD center before and after school care pro­ gram is searching for a lov­ ing, caring person to work w/our scnool-age children at our Emmons Lake, Dutton & Caledonia locations. Must be 18yrs old of age, have lyr previous child care experi­ ence & dependable. Hours: 6:30-9am & 3-6pm Mon-Fn Please call 891-0266 ask for Carrie or Shen. CHILD CARE CENTER in Caledonia looking for per­ sons w/lyr child care center experience to work w/chil­ dren. Must be 18yrs old & dependable. Full & part-time shifts available. Please call 891-0266, ask for Carrie or Sheri. CUSTOMER SERVICE: PAID WEEKLY. NO LAY­ OFFS, $500/WK TO START. Call (616)243-9131. Qualify for $1,000 production bonus for August. No experience necessary - local outlet for large Michigan Mfg. compa­ ny has immediate openings. 30 Workers needed, 90-day promotions available. Full time starts at over $500/ week. Call between 10am3pm. FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS: make your dreams a reality. Learn to be debt free & retire financially inde­ pendent. Call (616)364-6374 for more information. Un­ limited income potential. GOLF COURSE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC: full or part time. Apply in person, Saskatoon Golf Club, (616)891-9229. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR beginning teacher or education majors. YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin is now hiring outdoor education in­ structors for this fall season. Position starts late August For more information, please call, (269)795-9163 ext. 100 WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING at affordable prices. Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Lost & Found LOST DOG: 2 yr old Shiba Inu, light brown, looks like a fox, training collar still at­ tached, lost near 68th Ka­ lamazoo. Reward if found. (269)698-2884 LOST: gray (616)795-7963 or 9562. Poodle, (616)698- Miscellaneous IT'S TIME FOR get quotes on years form & needs. Call Print 9105. sch<x4s to upcoming newsletter Plus 945- PRINT PLUS- Your printing center for all types of print­ ing. Check us out for a quote on your print job. 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Take over 30 acres in scenic west Texas, $245 per acre, $150 per month Owner finance Call 1-800-875-6568 MIDDLEVILLE: IMMACU­ LATE UPDATED, 3 bed room, 3 bath, walkout Fin­ ished lower level, pole bam, 3.4 acres, $159,900 Call for appointment (616)795-7876. Open Sundays 1 3pm M-37 to Adams Rd. (I mile south of Middleville light) 9034 Adams Rd SAVE ON MASS Mailing costs when you want to reach a large audience, insert your brochure in one of our local publications. Call (616)945-9554 Pets LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded & insured. Real Estate FOR SALE: 4 year old 3 bed­ room home on 1 acre, l,350sq. ft. w/attached 2 stall garage & central air. Asking $122,000. We will consider all offers. (616)3674863 The Drink's on ■»* Come in and test-drive our new prepaid card by putting $30 or more on your Essential Bean card... & grab a free latte or smoothie! SSS Our August Special $$$ Free Latte or Smoothie* U: i>t) •Bring in this coupon and we will give you a free drink of your choice when you put $30 or more on your Essentia! Bean Prepaid Card. CaMMcmrtMM mm anromer alter TLaffaela’s It’s the easiest and fastest way to get your java! by Vagano's 8256 Broadmoor • Caledonia 616-891-0160 7eservanons Accepted Hours MonThyr Friday Saturday Sunday 6 30am 1 00pm 6:30am 10:00pm 7:00am 6:00pm 9.00am 2 00pm Location Caledonia Crossings Mall Cherry Valley (M-37) Vi Mile South of 84th 891 7700 �Page 24/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 13 2002 4uto repair business wins conditional OK by Ruth Zachary Right and Tight Automo­ tive Service to be built by applicants Jamie Wright and Joe Sheahan on the Whit­ neyville and north of 68th Street won conditional ap­ proval by the Planning Commission Aug. 5. The planned two-acre par­ cel, next to an existing car wash recently was rezoned to C-l use on the east side of Whitneyville. and was granted a special use permit for the auto service. Jeff Clapp, civil engineer, made the proposal for the site plan for the applicants, who have not yet purchased the properly owned by Rich­ ard Crisman, pending ap­ proval for the use they in­ tend for the property. Clapp said the project was challenging because of the size and grade of the exist­ ing parcel, a hill which slopes toward the road and to the north at the back. There were also some large trees on the site to preserve. Complicating the storm While Supplies Last ,I//2(K)2 Buicks On Sale Century’s, LeSabre’s, Regal’s, Rendezvous’ 0% Interest or $3,000 Rebates for 60 months Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick IN HASTINGS 616 945-2425 1 800-235-2425 www b4ll*«1oom water problems in the area is that there is no existing drainage district for the area. Storm water in the area tends to run ambiguously in a circle and ends up across Whitneyville in storm events. There is an eight­ inch sanitary sewer line on the east side of Whitneyville north of 66th Street, Clapp said. Near the properly line there is an inspection man­ hole. Shared use of a detention pond on adjoining property, (with an easement) is planned at the northeast, which would carry much of the storm water away from Whitneyville. Clapp also suggested placement of a ditch to carry the water there with agreement by the drain commissioner. Conditional for final approval, Clapp said he would provide a signed and notarized ease­ ment for use of the detention pond to be a part of the re­ corded purchase. Parking areas would have an outlet from two catch ba­ sins and the roof draining ultimately to the detention pond, diverting water away from the road. Clapp said the pond, with three feet banks has three to four times the capacity needed for a 100-year storm event. Paving, building foot­ prints and graded areas were shown on the plan. The building is to have two bays in the front instead of the four previously planned. It will be of pole construction with vinyl siding and stone in the front. Though com­ missioners said they would like the construction to be of a more substantive type, to have a better long term im­ pact on the neighborhood. Sheahan said a businessman has to be able to afford the construction, and thought this would be a good look­ ing building. There will be a grease and sediment trap with a separa­ tor inside the building, with approval by engineer Randy Wilcox, he said. Commis­ sioner Duane Gunnink was concerned that pollutants from the parking lot could be routed into the detention pond. However. Township Manager-Planner Dave Zylstra explained that parking areas for garages cannot be assumed to have any greater risk of polluting storm water than any other parking lot. and grease traps are not re­ quired for others. The hilly parcel will be graded, resulting in the auto repair business being only three feet higher than the car wash. Grading will change the existing grades to about one to two feet higher or lower than exists at present. About 4,000 to 5,000 cubic yards of dirt will be moved from one area of the Cris­ man property to another, and not across any public road This will be done in the 30 days before closing on the property. The resulting site will be about nine feet above the road. Soils are classed as Marlette loam, by the US soil survey, but are only about five feet deep. Clapp believed sand was beneath the loam. For that reason, he was recommending slopes of less than 3:1 ratios and that they be seeded. Commissioner Wally Bujak stressed the soil erosion plan should be implemented immediately following re­ moval of dirt. An existing sign will be relocated. Landscaping will consist of native materials with Norway spruce in the front, and perennials next to the sign The 48-foot drive width was approved by the County Road Commission and meets township private road specifications. A suggestion the drive should be brought into alignment with the A8th Street corner was not practi­ cal because exact property boundaries do not line up with 68th. and involves someone elscs property. Road commission officials indicated the likelihood of a traffic light on the corner in the near future was not en­ couraging. A complete workout, designed for women, that only takes 50 minutes. •On-site weight loss guidance • Comfortable, caring environment • Fast • Fun • Fitness join Now 137 E. Main St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Downtown Caledonia next to Sam’s Joint 616-891-9646 Month Dues Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-12 & 3-7; nwi 12 mo c d program NEW SATURDAY HOURS: 8-11 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-08-20.pdf 65e0bd9f53348017447aaf6edfa3f530 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UC 121$ CHURCH $/' HASTINGS Ul 49G$£-i£ OWOWOO HASTNGS Ml 49058 LIBfWft¥ leu)sS& Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 34/August 20, 2002 131st year Bond issue extension will affect TK schools by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A group of dedicated par­ ents under the direction of Doug Ybema met Aug. 13 to discuss the proposed bond issue that will be on the bal­ lot in a special election Tuesday, Sept. 24. Members of the Citizens Steering Committee for the Bond Campaign already have planned their next meeting for Tuesday, Aug. 27, al 7 p.m. in the middle school cafeteria. The proposed $24 million extension of the bond issue will allow the district to renovate and update technol­ ogy at all the buildings. Work also will be done Io improve traffic patterns and parking al Page, Lee and the middle school and high school campus. The TK community six years ago approved a $26 million bond issue which provided for construction of the new middle school and renovations at all buildings. However, the school popula­ tion continues to grow at a 2 or 3 percent rate each year. As new students come into the district the need for more classrooms and other serv­ ices expands beyond what is possible. If approved, the issue will allow the district to raise the $24 million needed for the proposed renovations and then retire the bonds over the next 26 years without an increase in the millage paid by residents. The structure of this bond issue means that there will be no increase in taxes to pay for the expan­ sion and renovation project. The present seven-mill levy will be extended five years. Since the district partici­ pates in the Michigan School bond loan program, it can borrow at the begin­ ning of a bond issue to make the interest and principle payments. The school then repays the school bond fund. At McFall Elementary, four new classrooms with lavatories will be added al the end of the kindergarten wing. The office will be moved from its current loca­ tion to near the door on the circular drive. This will im­ prove security. In addition, a security camera will be added to the side door entry way near the gymnasium. New parking will be added next to the basketball hoop area. Signs also will be posted, restricting the use of these basketball hoops by the public or secondary stu­ dents until the close of the primary school at 3:40 p.m. The one court in the Larry Seger Community tennis courts that has a crack in it will be repaired. There are several other minor renovations being made to the McFall building as well. Ybema encouraged those who were not registered to vote to do so before the Monday. Aug. 26, deadline. He said he also would like to see graduated seniors make this the first election they attend. A public meeting to dis­ cuss the bond issue will be held at 7 pm. Tuesday. Sept., 3 in the middle school cafeteria. Anyone with ques­ tions about the bond issue is invited to call 795-3313 or attend the meeting. Ameritech charged with bad citizenship by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Mike Maviglia is asking the Caledonia Village Coun­ cil to do something about what he says is unbearable conditions caused by a re­ cent Ameritech expansion obtained through empty promises. "This has gone on too long. Something has to be done," the local resident told the Village Council last week. The negative effects of the situation were predicted, he said, when the corporate giant requested permission to expand on a lot in a resi­ Last day to register for school vote is Aug. 26 The Thornapple Kellogg School District will have a special bond election on Tu esday, Sept. 24, to raise $24 million for renovations of all the cunent school buildings. The last day for voters in the school district to register is Monday. Aug. 26. This bond would extend the current bond for five years and would not raise the current seven-mill levy residents pay for schools. Information about regis­ tering to vote is available at the administration building or at any Michigan Secre­ tary of State's office. Absentee voter applica­ tions may be requested bv calling 795-3313. The ab­ sentee voter ballots will be available starting Wednes­ day, Sept. 4. at the TK ad­ ministration building. The hours that the polls will be open Tuesday, Sept. 24. art from 7 a m. to 8 p.m. dential neighborhood. The company historically had not maintained snow on its property for at least five years, and the grass and plantings were not cared for. Maviglia said this kind of equipment should never have been allowed in the vil­ lage in the first place, let alone an expansion. He originally asked the expansion not be allowed, and was told if one person objected to what was done, it would have to be re­ moved. He said he was ob­ jecting, as he has been all along. The company wanted to enlarge its equipment area, but this meant moving cool­ ing equipment nearer to the neighbor to the south, al­ ready much closer than comfortable for the Maviglias. The existing equip­ ment was already a problem. he said, too noisy for con­ versation and interrupting sleep for residents whose bedrooms were only a few feet from the property line. A wall near the boundary was to surround the equip­ ment and there were priomises of measures to be taken to mitigate sound lev­ els. The equipment installed after the building expansion is even more noisy than originally feared. Maviglia said when using their pool, people can't hear each other talk over the roar, and sleep is constantly interrupted when the engines come on. One unit apparently was never hooked up. Plywood surrounds the two units, instead of the construction of sound miti­ gating materials promised. A pit was dug for the equip­ ment, but a sump pump in the pit is not hooked up. Discussion indicated the plywood covering actually tended to amplify the sound instead of reducing the vol­ ume. Ameritech was to save money by not having to move all the equipment. It was suggested the company might at the least use some of that savings to keep its promises to mitigate the noise. The village has a noise or­ dinance and Maviglia asked, "Can’t you enforce it?" When asking for permis­ sion to expand, Ameritech did not want to move its lo­ cation because of the com­ plex’s technical difficulty, representatives explained. One impact mentioned was that hundreds of customers served by the company with wires already routed to that See Ameritech, page 4 In This Issue... Caledonia Planning Commission conditionally approves site plans Realtor suffers smoke inhalation during fire rescue in Middleville New high school right on schedule Keeping track of progress for the new high school9 its starting to make a definite impact on the skyline of Caledonia. Right on schedule Yankee Springs planners allow concession stand Thomapple Township delays fire station millage on ballot �Page 2/The Sun and News Middlevine. MI'August 20. 2002 TK students go bock to school next Tuesday THORNAPPLE KELLOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL 1ST DAY OF SCHOOL 8/27 ALL NEW 6TH GRADERS This bus will be full of students on Tuesday. Aug. 27. At the end of each run the driver will check to make sure the bus is empty by Patricia Johns Muff Wrilrr The new school Jitters Day for sixth graders will help them get ready for the start of school to the nervous sixth grader and the trying hard to be nonchalant twelfth grader hope their ready. Will they remember their room, like their teacher and did they re­ member a pencil are all questions that may haunt dreams on Monday night. Getting ready fo- school takes work, lots of it. Local families have been flooding the stores looking for sup­ plies. new clothes and even getting new hair cuts just in time for school photographs. Superintendent Kevin Konarska is excited about the coming of the first day. Back-to-School He has been talking to par­ Haircuts • Highlights • lowlights • Color! ents, students, teachers, ad­ ministrators. He welcomed the new teachers telling them he was excited for the WITH HAIRCUT & THIS COUPON year they were going to OFFER EXPIRES 9/14/02 have. He still remembers his own first day as a third FREE Colored Hair Gel with grade teacher. purchase of Spiker Hair Gel He told the new teachers ____________$8 00 value!____________ to work hard, appreciate the student in the back of the class and remember to let parents know about some of When the bells ring next Tuesday, August 27 in the Thornapple Kellogg Schools, everyone from the newest kindergarten student, the positive accomplish­ ments of students. Konarska is confident in the ability of teachers to “The lion sleeps tonight" sounded pretty good as these trumpeters practice after a band lesson. The seventh and eighth grade bands will have to practice hard to stay ahead of these talented sixth graders “shape the world” and for students to create new possi bilities in the future. He hopes that everyone cele­ brates the new year. The buses and bus drivers Continued next page I'^OObRiSS: L Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1095 Looking for a fabulous, afford­ able honeymoon vacation? Start packing. With its starry nights, endless horizons and mornate little spots for two. a Carnival crutse creates the perfect backdrop for romance No wonder so many couples This year’s new teachers are from left in the back row Eighth grade black English teacher Jennifer Gavette, middle school general and vocal music teacher Deidra Ross, Page physical education teacher Tia Cross, speech therapist Jill Kreuze, and high school special education teacher Lance Laher In the front row are high school science teacher Marie Blanch, high school English teacher Usa Cebelak, Lee special education teacher Mamie Reynolds, eighth grade special education teacher Lil Hawkins and Page special education teacher Laura Pavlin movie OUTPOST moon VIDEO SUPERSTORE Bahamas. Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera. Alaska. Hawaii and the Panama Cana! 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Ml August 20. 2002/Page3 Yankee Springs fire levy to go up for vote Nov. 5 The football teams are getting ready for their first games by running, kicking, and listening to their coaches From previous page are ready. Barry County Sheriff Sergeant Tony Stein reminds other drivers to give themselves plenty of time. Main Street and the intersec­ tions with M-37 and Bender Road will be very busy as parents and students try to get to the high school and middle school before the tardy bell rings. The high school and middle school open at 7:35 a.m. and school ends at 2:25 p.m. The elementary schools start class at 8:55 a.m. and the school day ends at 3:40 p.m. Students will be out at their bus slops early. Drivers are reminded to watch out for students and to obey all traffic laws. Bus schedules will be coming home in The Key this week. Freshman orientation be­ gins at 1 p.m. on Aug. 26. Students will be able to meet with administrators, review the student handbook, get schedules and that all impor­ tant locker location and lock combination. Students will also have their photographs taken for their identification cards. Orientation should be complete by 2:30. Upper class students will be able to pick up their schedules in the high school lobby on Wednesday and Thursday, August 21 and 22. Middle school principal Mike Spahr and his staff have decided to try a ’’Jitters Day” just for sixth graders. On Monday. Aug. 26 all sixth graders have been in­ vited to come to school to meet teachers, go over their schedule, have their picture taken for their identification cards and even eat lunch. Locker practice will even be part of the day. Jitters Day begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Parents are responsible for getting stu­ dents to the middle school. Parents and students can visit all the elementary schools for the open houses on Monday, Aug. 26 from 13 p.m. This is an opportunity for students to meet their teachers and even see last year’s teachers as well. Kindergarten parents and students can ease some of their jitters during the open house by meeting teachers, checking out which door to come in from the bus and even finding out where the bathroom, lunchroom and gym are. School begins for a full day on Tuesday, August 27. At McFall principal Bill Rich and his staff are ready for a new year. Extra help will be available as new stu­ dents come to school for the first few days. “1 always look forward to the return­ ing first graders who know the arcana of paper work just where to go. They try to and the TK computer sys­ seem so brave.” Rich says. tem. “Parents should know that The last day of school is we try to make even the scheduled for June 10. 2003. most nervous kindergartner It won’t take long for 182 feel at home.” days to fly by. At Lee the staff is excited about the new ways technol­ ogy will be used in the sec­ ond and third grade build­ ing. Looping continues for the second year and every­ one is ready for the new THS IS K year to begin, principal Jerry TOBACCO FREE ENVIRONMENT Mueller says. thamk rou hot umk Page is starting the year TOBACCO PRODUCTS 0« SCHOOL PRESSES with a new but familiar per­ son as principal. Brad War­ ren takes charge after sev­ eral years out of the district. “I am really excited to come home to Page.” he says. Later this year the school will introduce a new lan­ guage arts program full of great stories and even a few New this year the entire surprises. campus of the Thornap­ The middle school is ple Kellogg schools has ready. The day will start for become a tobacco free sixth graders in the gym, re­ environment. This in­ turning seventh and eighth cludes the football sta­ graders will report to their dium and soccer fields. teams. All students new to the middle school should re­ port to the library. Students will have three days to shake out the cob­ webs and get back into learning mode. Then there is no school on Friday, August 30 and Monday, Sept. 2 for the Labor Day holiday. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will open for regular school hours on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The library is open Owned and from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and 115 Eost Main St. Friday and from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Middleville, Thursday. New teachers had a chance to shake out their own jitters during a three day orientation on Aug. 13, 14 and 15. New teachers had the opportunity to meet each other, their mentor teachers, other staff and even learned PER VISIT 3Mio 'Salon. Inc. 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The township pays the lic hearing on Aug. 8 to dis­ cuss whether to renew the equivalent of a half mill to current half mill levy, Thornapple Township for change it to a one mill levy fire services. This year the to cover both emergency amount is about $71.000. ervices operations and caledonla only BEGINNER through INTERMEDIATE COMBINATION CLASSES ADULT EXERCISE • ADULT DANCE (no experience necessary) COME JOIN THE FUN IN OUR FAMILY ORIENTED ENVIRONMENT! CIASSES START TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD You are invited to attend our open house/registration Manicure 10 Spa Pedicure Nails ’25 $20.00 Gel Nails $30 Spa Pedicure *23 Air Brush *3 & up Free White Overlay s20 Polish "5 Kids Free Air Brush 9944 Chem Valley Ave, Caledonia 136 E State Street. Hastings (616) 891-1551 (616)9^8-2970 .MF 1G-7; Sat 930-5 M-F 10-6. Sai 930-5 August 22-23 from 4 00-7:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 24, from 10:00 a.m.-2.00 p.m. Registrations by phone are welcome! (269)795-4895 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville, MI August 20, 2002 Ameritech, continued from page 1 location would have service interrupted. The spokesmen and women claimed impact on the public safety of the area as well. Since the equipment has been installed, continued complaints have been made by both neighbors and vil­ lage officials. Landscaping was not done in a timely manner, re­ sulting in sand being washed into the storm drain system, and later after sod and hy­ dromulch was put in, sprin­ klers ran without moving, causing flooding of some basements near the property. Landscaping has been im­ proved on the side next to another commercial build­ ing. An unsightly tree existing at the time of the original re­ quest was to be removed or replaced, but it still stands today on the Maviglia boundary. Village Manager Sandra Ayers does have some con­ tact representatives, and has made repeated calls about the many ongoing problems, but with few results. Village President Daryl Penfold promised he would personally get involved and make calls to company rep­ resentatives. Citing the company for noise violations is one possi­ ble option if compliance is not achieved. Requiring a performance bond also may be required in the future. Village Planning Com­ missioner Bill McNeilly ap­ pealed to the public and said more citizen involvement was needed regarding issues such as this. TK grad part of cast in CMU production of ‘Sound of Music’ The classic story of the von Trapp family’s dramatic escape from Nazi-occupied Austria in 1938 was the final collaboration between musi­ cal theater legends Richard Rodgers and Oscar Kam­ merstein II. CMU’s production was similar in many ways to the classic 1965 movie, which starred Julie Andrews, but there were differences, said Kyle Aspinall of Middle­ ville and Jonathan Lee of Battle Creek participated in the Central Michigan Uni­ versity student production of “The Sound of Music.” Aspinall. who graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School, was a member of the sound crew A CMU sophomore studying broad­ cast and cinematic arts, he is the son of Terry and Lugene Aspinall of Middleville Mary Jo Lodge, a speech communication and dramat­ ic arts faculty member and director of the play. “The theater version is darker in tone in reference to the Nazis.” she said. ’ That made it more appropriate in light of the Sept Illi ter­ rorist attacks because it's about people escaping an oppressive regime in a war­ time em ironment." LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Sening a Liling Lord Sunday Sch<x>l................................ 9 30 a.m. Morning Worship 10 45 a.m. Evening Praise...................................6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m. 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kotin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I I CHURCH a place to belong a place to become (non-tradibonal, informal) Sunday Morning Wonhip ..........9: )0 6 1100 a m. Youth Minntry .................... 891 -0576 Meeting at th* Cron Crvei Charter Academy Atrv Mu hart Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Dennv Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site w* Dnghfside otg CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute V Stewart. Senior PaMor Tim A. V inc. Asst. Pastor Youth DougU-* O. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children's Pastor Sunday School . Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Ueek Prayer . Word of Life Out* 9.45 a.m 11 -00 a.m. 600 p m. 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m. 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) 10 00 a m 11:15 a.m 6:00 p m. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street wwwiserv.net7 - stpaul ®Hi (Eime jffletljolngt (Eljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Rev. Royle Ballard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 New Life O CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 930 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Worship Hours 900 am. and 1030 am CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST "Joseph Saves His Family Summer Sunday W orship Sen-ices. May 26 Sept 8. 2002 8 30am and ItHJOam 9 30 am Coffee Fellowship (Nuncry and Child Care asailabfe thrvxigbaut the matwag) Res Noonan Kehns (616) 891 -4167 Church Office 616-891 8669 / Fat 891-8648 WWW ealedonuume <»rc Lakeside Community Church A Place for Famih A Frwnds 620) MhttnosilJc Asenuc Ako CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday School tor AU Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 600 pm Pustoe Roger Rudman • Church Office 868-0391 WWW iakesadecoratnuMy urg Leighton Church Community of ALASKA CONGREGARON near VVhitneyv*® Ave 9 45 a m Praise Singing 10 501 m Morning Worship 1100 a m Wcd Fello* ship 7 x) p m Pastor Lloyd DeV>rmer Sr Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 897-7407 Located in Ln^hum Towewtup Corner of Ind Street and 142nd Avenue Sundav Hartung Wxdup AJO am Traduanai 110Dam.Cc Sundn Schod far Al Ages 9 45 im Mndn E'erang stnxr * jO pa Pioneer Oub K-o Vedondn 630 pm Prayer Meeting " 30 pm Yowh Mmetn • Sunda(rJOpm 150 131st Ave , Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest Gun Lake) Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9.30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCII Preaching the Living WorclSenn ng The Risen Lord Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Corn* ^CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. PraLse/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information. (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee 9 30 a m Parmelee Morning Wonhip MidtJevie Morrang Worship Sunday School (Jr rtgh 6 Addh) Nursery - Gode 5 Sr High - Sun Everr<g Jr High • Godes 68 fled Everwig Rm 1100 a m 945am 1100 a m 600800 p m 6067 30 pm Lee Zach mao (firm Cemworndy Compel (m ntum/iy aud Smmce Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFARER^ —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- 250 X inc Street • M V to Emmons. to V inc August 25: In the Beginning...Part XI: 698-9660 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH A 12200 Wen M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49548 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Sunday School 9:45 AM Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Ref. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8 30 AM New Life Celebration Service UOO AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 700 PM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-S6SS Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship...! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rrv P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. (Missouri Synod) ■ All Services have a Nurwry Available • Barner Free Worship........................................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class................. 11.00 a m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 4* St Paul Lutheran Church YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville R4 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church School. Sunday 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday Worship ...................... 9:30 a.m. and 6 00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) 8146 68th St MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Community Sunday Worship 9 30 am Christian Education Hour 11.00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M. Hilinun Youth Pastor DasM Enison 6951 Hanna Lake Amw, Catedunu 616^9841001 '(Jecmerwennet redeemertownant A number d the tMngrU.d Crnmumt OmMi d Amerui (*Aunte • JtfrulttUL ' AiallAuM 2415 McCann Ro. tin Irving) Sunday Service Time* 9:15 AM. Morning Prayer (Hory Communton 2nd Sunday) 11:00 AM. Holy Communion Wsdne^day 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 765-2370 or 646-6327 Vicar - Rev. DavxJ T. HuHwick I’lclxcl Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh blunt Contact our Dutton office at (6/6) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www.wayfgren.c.org whitneyville’ Bible Church 8546 Ave at 84lh St *891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. . and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School &rday School 9 30 am Sunday Momrg Wc«hc 1030 a m »Aee?rg at crape on WMneyvSe Ave Siraay Evening flare 6 00 p m /aed fAdweek PfOyer 4 9oe ^udy 700 pm Toma Suyi ’ar > • Kc* 9osxx. Assoc Pasta fleofrte tfhreMeobeag �The Sun and News. Middlevine. Ml Auoust 20. 2002/Page 5 TK 8th-grade students to be offered French class bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education decided to approve a new explora­ tory French class for the 2002-2003 school year at the middle school. Several years ago a French “enrichment” class had been offered at the mid­ dle school level. French has not been offered since the middle school went to the modified block schedule. For the past two years, sixth, seventh and eighth grade students have been assigned an exploratory Spanish class. Exploratory classes allow middle school age students to try out possible classes they may wish to take in high school or other subjects which don't quite fit into the everyday core academic cur­ riculum. Besides Spanish, explora­ tory classes al the middle school include band, choir (at eighth grade) general music, art. careers, health, several computer classes, physical education and tech­ nical cd, which allows stu­ dents to design, build and fly rockets, cars and more using traditional and "high tech” tools. This year principal Mike Spahr and his staff have re­ done the eighth grade ex­ ploratory schedule which has allowed all the students not taking both band and choir a chance to be as­ signed to the new French class. Students will receive their new exploratory sched­ ules on the first day of school, Sept. 27. French is only the first of several changes the middle school hopes to make in the exploratory area to create learning oportunities that are more fun and challenging for students. High School Principal El­ len Zack presented a new program students in grades 9-11 will participate in dur­ ing their academic center classes. She also noted that starting this year academic center classes will be sorted by grade, alphabetically. This will allow students bet­ ter access to counselors, testing and other group pro­ jects. For the first 15 minutes of AC, all students will do a Michigan Education Assess­ ment Program (MEAP) ex­ ercise. These exercises will cover core areas and will al­ low students to be prepared for the next round of MEAP tests, it will take 72 classes to cover ail the preparation exercises. The program will be evaluated at the end of the year to see if students were more prepared for MEAP testing and did better than in past tests. Seniors will spend the Brad Warren named new Page principal Jeff Schillthroat accepts a certificate from school board president Dave Smith on the fourth year of excellent ratings for the entire school bus fleet Matt Funk, who was not able to attend the meeting, also received a certificate of appreciation. The board also approved ? $42,000 bid for repaving roads and parking areas at xe. The work will be done in conjunction with the con­ struction work and paving going in next to the school. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg School board will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Aug. 26. Camp Manitou-Lin to offer therapeutic horse-back riding Brad Warren is happy to be returning to the Thor­ napple Kellogg School district. He and his wife Deb and daughter Sophia attended the August 12 Board of Education meeting where he accepted the position as Page Elementary Principal. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Brad Warren taught for 15 years in the Thornapple Kellogg Schools, including fifth grade at Page Elemen­ tary School and at the mid­ dle school. Two years ago If you're not getting the 5un & Mews You're not getting it all! Call 1-800-370-7085 for more information on how you can receive your complete coverage of Caledonia, Freeport, Middleville and Yankee Springs... V first 15 minutes of their AC classes doing career-based work In other business, the board accepted with regret the resignation of Victoria Peabody as art teacher at McFall. Board President David Smith said, “she is going to be tough to re­ place." The board also accepted the new Saturday School de­ sign to help with unexcused absences and continued tar­ diness at the high school level. The whole goal is to get students in class and learning. ---- 1 he left to take a principal's position with the Wyoming public schools. His return to the Thomapple Kellogg school district became official Monday, Aug. 12. when the Board of Education named him prin­ cipal at Page Elementary. He replaces Patricia Koeze, who is now the assistant su­ perintendent for the TK dis­ trict. Superintendent Kevin Konarska said. “During the interview process one candi­ date really stood out, Brad Warren. He was the first choice for this position.” Warren said. “! did not want to leave the Wyoming schools as much as I wanted to return to the Thornapple Kellogg District. 1 am ex­ cited about this opportunity and know I have a real ex­ ample to follow at Page.” Warren has already begun getting ready for the new school year. He attended the administrative retreat Wednesday. Aug 14. Warren's wife. Deb, is a former teacher at McFall Elementary The couple has one daughter. Sophia. YMCA Camp ManitouLn, south of Middleville in Barry County, will offer therapeutic horseback riding lessons to riders of all ages. The first six-week session of riding classes will run from Sept. 16. through Oct. 26. Classes will be available in the daytime, evening and Saturday. All classes will be taught by a NARHA-certified in­ structor. Riders will ride spe­ cially trained horses and be assisted by trained volun­ teers. Therapeutic horseback riding allows individuals with physical, cognitive and/ or emotional disabilities to experience horseback riding in a safe environment that has been adapted to their needs. Benefits of horseback riding include improved bal­ ance and coordination, im­ proved cognitive abilities, and improved self-esteem. YMCA Camp Manitou-lin is part of the Grand Rapids YMCA and serves both members and non-members in Western Michigan The camp has offered horseback riding programs for many years, but therapeutic riding is a new program for the camp, and allows them to reach a broader segment of the West Michigan popula­ tion. Registration forms for the therapeutic horseback riding fall session and information about financial aid arc avail­ able from the YMCA Camp Manitou-lin office For more information, to volunteer, or to register for the riding session, call KHH909-2267. Great rates that come with excellent personal service! Many Discounts Available The Lynn Denton Agency 4495 Middlevilla Rd. Hl N. Main St. M-37, Middleville, Ml Hartville. Ml 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE B FARM BUREAU INSURANCE �Pag6 6/the Sun and News. Middleville. MVAugusf 2d. 2002 Slight change for Friday’s location of Heritage Days by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Heritage Days festival chairs Ray and Cheryl Pe­ ters have decided to change the Friday night location slightly on Sept. 6. Construction in the Stage­ coach park area means that the entertainment stage will be located under the trees right across the street at Sesquicentennial Park. Friday’s entertainment from 6 to 9 p.m. will include gospel by Bought and Paid For and In his Name and the Peace Church Praise Group. The Swanson Family will open the concert with rous­ ing violin music at 6 p.m. Country western music lov­ ers will enjoy Katie Whitis. Four-part harmony by Inspi­ rations will get toes to tap­ ping. The evening ends with the Jcrrcl and Terry DeKok per­ forming music from the 1940s and 1950s. The Methodist Church will serve pork sandwiches and the Heritage Days com­ mittee will have pop and popcorn for sale during the evening. The festival will begin at 8 a m. Saturday. Sept. 7, with a pancake breakfast at the Methodist Church and the 5K run/walk. All the ac­ tion then will move to Page Elementary School follow­ ing the parade. Lineup will begin at 10 a.m. at McFall. The theme for this year’s parade is “Childhood Memories” and prizes will be awarded. Judging of en­ tries will begin while the pa­ rade is lining up in the park­ ing lot at McFall Elementary School. The parade will step off at 11 a.m. Pre-registration is re­ quested by calling Marisa Rakowski at 795-3590 after 6 p.m. This year there will be a Spiderman Bounceland, Gladiator Joust, rock wall Car wash to benefit scholarship funds Every year the members of the Middleville Clovers participate in several com­ munity service projects, and this year the 4-H club is planning two car washes on Saturday, Aug. 24, at the same time to benefit schol­ arship funds in the memory of two young men who died far too soon. Matt Pennington of Nash­ ville died in a house fire ear­ lier this year. He was well known in the Barry County 4-H family and his loss still touches many of the Clovers .sftenv OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Open Late.. Monday, Wednesd Thursday 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 clime and obstacle course to keep everyone on their toes. The car show, horseshoe tournament and three-onthree basketball will fill the afternoon. There will be food concessions and ven­ dors at the Page site. Teams are still needed for the sand volleyball games, which begin at 12:30 Sept. 7. Local artists who would like to participate in the art show, which begins at 9 a.m. at Page, can call Peters at 795-0051. For Your Appointment! members. When Travis Wenger, of Thornapple Township, died in a traffic accident in January, the loss of a friend was immediate. Even those club members who did not know either Pennington or Wenger are looking forward to this fund-raiser. Car washes have been scheduled at Greg's Get It ‘N Go in Middleville and along side the former County Post store in the Kmart plaza in Hastings. The club is accepting dona­ tions for the car wash this year. The funds raised will be divided equally, with one half going to the Travis Wenger scholarship fund and the other half donated to the Barry County 4-H schol­ arship fund in Pennington’s name. Need wedding irwiUrtions? Stop by and check oat the taje selection at: /•Ad Graphics Print Pte, 1351 N.M-43 Huy, Hastings. (in the grey bam) I I I mith iamond I I — —" * SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I I JUST LISTED: Big house with about I 2400 sq. ft. of living space. 1\vo fieldstonc I fireplaces Four big bedrooms Tall cathe­ dral ceilings. Very open floor plan Fin­ I ished basement. Solar breezeway to 2-1/2 I car garage. 8a of deeded lake frontage I shared with only three other homes. 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The memorial includes two carved gran­ ite stones, picnic tables and a flagpole. It is lo­ cated at the top of the football stadium near the concession stand. Travis Wenger memorial to be dedicated August 30 This stone and one with a poem by Wenger s friend Ben Porrit will be installed in the memorial International Financial Planning Congress honors local woman Money Concepts Inter­ national Inc., a worldwide network of financial plan­ ning centers held its annual International Financial Plan­ ning Congress at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Re sort and Spa, July 7-11 in Monarch Beach, Calif. Attending the event from Middleville were Susan A. Foster, owner of Thornapple Financial Center. Deborah Wert and Cheryl Mosey. All are registered representa­ tives of Money Concepts in Middleville. Foster holds the position of associate region­ al vice president. The annual event was attended by Money Con­ cepts associates from all across the United States, as well as Ireland, New Zealand and Asia. The company’s special Millionaires and Eagles Club awards were presented to Foster for outstanding performance during the past year. Custom Painting Freehand murals, interior, exterior, minor repair work Call Mark at 616-945-9703 or Michelle at 616-891-1608 Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It’s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Mam St* Caledonia. Ml 49316 616891 9294 �The Sun and News. MiddieviUe. Ml August 20. 2002'Page 7 Stagecoach debut delayed until Spring by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Presi­ dent Lon Myers received consensus agreement from council members to watt to unveil the new stagecoach until Stagecoach Park is completed. This may mean not until spring of 2003. The vehicle that had been in Middleville briefly has been returned to the Car­ riage Works for additional refinement. “Tell them to take as long as they need to get it nght," Myers told Village Manager Bry an Groesbeck Myers said he would like the stagecoach s first appear­ ance to be in a parade which passes the village hall. My­ ers suggested that perhaps the Memorial Day parade would be a good one to in- Senior Parents plan pig roast fund-raiser Aug. 26 Members of the Thornapplc Kellogg senior parents' group have already begun making plans for the after graduation party scheduled for June 1. 2003. The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday. Aug. 26, in the UAW Hall on Washington Street next to Bradford White. Most meet­ ings will be held on the fourth Monday of each month at this time and loca- |o To g o J © 9 ■®o o v® ■® io gio f|O lioiiMgnnicnt Back-to-School Apparet SUMMER CLEARANCE SALE! ~ LARGE SELECTION OF PU S SIZES 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center tion. Any parent of a Thomapple Kellogg student graduat­ ing in June is eligible to at­ tend. The more parents who become involved, the easier and more fun it is to plan the all-night, alcohol-free party for students. The first fund-raiser of the year is the annual pig roast Friday evening. Aug. 30. at the first home game against Wayland. The cost is $4 for a pork sandwich, chips, cookie and a pop. Sandwiches will be served from 6 p.m. until the last one is sold. Senior parent Dcbi Smith said, “Please come enjoy an easy meal and support the Gass of 2003.’' augurate the stagecoach. Construction of the park is on schedule, with the sidewalks being completed. The village has the second gazebo, which will house and display the stagecoach. Once the base has been in­ stalled it can be assembled. The Heritage Day parade Saturday. Sept. 7. will go from McFAII Elementary School up to the high school. 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In other business last week, the council approved approximately 3 percent raises for village officers. The clerk and treasurer will now make $3,250 per year and members of the Plan­ ning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals saw their per meeting fee go up $5 to $40 a meeting. The secretary's fee of $60 a ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan Call 945-9554 for ACTIONAds. fo&f wAaff new After Effects HAIR STUDIO 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269-795-0053 Lois Newton • Fran Krueger Wedding Parties, Highlights, Color, Haircuts, Nails A Family Atmosphere MASSAGES BY Victoria’s Charm Affordable Fine Jewelry ~ 50-80% Off ~ 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269-795-0039 — Victoria Betit, Ouner Julie Lake C.M.T. Reflexologist Eric Baird C.M.T. 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Children can participate in a special Treasure Hunt activity but the more exciting treasure are the 71 books which will be on display. The more than $1000 worth of books was made possible through a Libri Foundation grant which matched 2-1 funds raised by local sponsors. At the Free­ port District Library local support for this project came from the Adam W.. Dipp memorial donations along with funds raised at a major book sale. Libraries qualify for these grants on an individual ba­ sis. According to librarian Joanne Hessclink, “libraries should serve a population Seif Farm Trucking Thank you for purchasing my 4-H pig. under 10,000, be in a rural area, have a limited operat­ ing budget and have an ac­ tive children’s department.” The 71 books the library selected come from a book­ list provided by the Libri Foundation of more than 600 titles. The titles on the list have been judged as outstanding or are highly recommended. The Freeport District Li­ brary chose books suitable for the youngest readers. Hesselink says, “Story time is a favorite with the library staff. It is exciting to have 71 brand new books to choose from to read at story time or lap reading pro­ grams. Books on the list selected by the library include Ame­ lia Bedelia, poetry, The Huckabuck Family by Carl Sandburg, books in English and Spanish, fairy tales both traditional and fractured, books to make children laugh and books full of crea­ tivity and learning. These new books will be on the shelves in the chil­ dren’s area after Fun Day. CALEDONIA R Hl CENTER Inc. Call Now to Register! Momque Rodnguez. Director Professional Instruction in... TAP • BALLET • JAZZ • LYRICAL • HIP-HOP Combination Classes BOY’S CLASSES 4-6 YEAR OLDS - ADULT TAP ADULT FITNESS JAZZ (6 WEEK COMMITMENT) Preschool thru Adult • No Expe- ence Needed OPEN HOUSE For New Registration Aug. 14 - It im. ■ I p.m. • Aug. 1814 ■ 4-7 p.m. HI'/» Main Street » 891-160* Staff Writer Whitneywood Site Con­ dominiums off the w est side of Whitneyville Road south of 84th Street was approved in a second review by the Planning Commission Aug. 5. with a few attached con­ ditions. The site condominium is a long parcel of land with a private drive on one bound­ ary to which each of the lots would connect. The Road Commission has given a driveway permit. It is planned to have nine lots, including some existing home sites, pending ap­ proval by the Health Depart­ ment for the soils there. The lots must perk for on-site septic systems, drain fields and wells. The owners Bob and Joan Sherer were represented by Don DeGroot. The private drive has been submitted for approval by the Kent County Drain Commissioner and the town­ ship engineer. Water drains through an area of Whitneywood, and is in the same system as River­ land Ridge, and toward the west on church property. A berm may be created to cause a more direct drainage route. There are plans for a cooperative arrangement with an easement to direct water where it is desirable for all involved, and for sharing the church detention area through a culvert. The project does comply with all Kent County drainage re­ quirements. Written ease­ ments for the cooperative drainage plans are obtained. Chairman Archie Warner listed several previous con­ ditions that had been re­ quired, some of which had been met and some yet to be completed: 1. Fire Department ap­ proval of submitted plans is still awaited to assure the 60 foot wide private road and 44 foot radius cul-de-sac is adequate. 2. Health Department ap­ provals were also being awaited. Sidewalks previously asked for are not being planned in order to avoid the amount of grading this would require, and save on­ site trees. DeGroot explained devel­ oping a site condo under the site condominium acts in­ stead of a simple land divi­ sion was that it would allow nine lots instead of four, and would allow a private road, with less grading and width than on a public street at 66 feet. Private road maintenance is more desirable than pub­ lic, DeGroot said. In other business, a site plan review for the Lake Michigan Credit Union to be located between Broadmoor and Kraft Avenue was ap- proved with conditions. The growing credit union has 13 branches and one corporate office. Travis Vruggink. who represented the firm, explained that cli­ entele previously included health care and teachers and recently opened to member­ ships from the public. Two buildings are pro­ posed on a 1.68-acre site. A 3.300-square-foot bank building with brick and metal stud construction would service the public with 32 parking places. Roofing of standing seam metal construction would top both buildings. The second 900-squarefoot building would provide office space and storage of returned leased vehicles as well as two wash bays in a lot with 47 spaces. Con­ struction will be of split faced block. The cars would be offered for sale to credit union customers. A catch basin would col­ lect water in an underground stormwater detention cavity would be built under the northern parking area to drain gradually through a 2.25-inch outlet into a 24inch culvert on the east side of Kraft Avenue. The system has a capacity which is planned to drain at a slow rate into the storm drain, but in the event of a 100-year storm event, ex­ cess water would actually collect in the parking lot, but would never exceed nine inches at the deepest spot. The soils are not planned to collect any excess water. Underground utilities can­ not be connected until No­ vember. The structure will not be completed until De­ cember. The Kent County Drain Commission has given approval and the De­ partment of Environmental Quality has issued a soil ero­ sion permit. The MDOT will allow no changes to the ex­ isting curb cut. which served a prior business, even though there is a potential conflict between placement of the drive in relation to the turnaround area on Broad­ moor. The credit union is bor­ dered by general commer­ cial and light industrial zones. Currently zoned C-2, it is close, but south of the Highway Commercial dis­ trict. Commissioners would like the lot to achieve a compatible appearance with surrounding businesses. Landscaping planned is al­ ready quite harmonious with landscaping to the north, zoned C-2. Vruggink said the bank might be open to sharing open drives between businesses. The township has speci­ fied some engineering con­ ditions, which the commis­ sioners included as one con­ dition for approval of the site plan. The landscaping was also Io be consistent with standards required for the overlay district, subject to the planner’s approval. The Planning Commis­ sion has discussed the desir­ ability of approving plans with contingent factors at­ tached. This policy/ practice may be discussed and al­ tered in the future. Changing Jobs? What should you do with your retirement plan distribution? Don't lose any of your savings to taxes or penalties I can help you understand your options and choose the one that’s right for you. Call today to arrange a free consultation. Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Suite E, Caledonia, MI 49316 Bus. 616-891-1173 Toll-free 866-891-1173 www.edwardjoncs.com Merrtnr SlPC Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! Edwardjones Serving Individual Investor* Since 1871 �The Sun arid News. MScfclfeviTle. MIAugust 20. 2002 Page 9 Womens' fitness center now open in Caledonia it’s scheduled to go up in a by Cathy L. Rueter couple of weeks. The studio Staff Writer Contours Express opened consists of weight-based machines and aerobic sta­ their doors to the public last Thursday. Well, at least to tions. The weight machines the female segment of the have weights adjustable to each person’s strength and public. Contours Express is a endurance levels. Clients* workouts are set new fitness & weight loss studio, exclusively for to music as they move around the circuit tn 45-secwomen. The center, owned by Sue Sukup (pronounced ond intervals, burning up to Sue-cup) and Sue Ann 600 calories during a work­ Wissink, both of Grand Rap­ out. The Contours Express ids, is part of a national fran­ program, called “CardioFit,” alternates between chise. The actual grand opening strength training and aerobic for the studio was Thursday. exercising. The whole cir­ Aug. 15. Both ladies said cuit takes 29 minutes to they are excited about being complete and you can start anywhere. The program is based in Caledonia. designed to tone and shape “We hope to make a lol of your muscles for lasting re­ friends in the area,” they sults. said. “We’ve met a lol of The shop is not only lo­ very nice people.” cated in a new building, it The center is based in Caledonia Crossings, in the new building. Though they’re still without a sign. also sports all new equip­ ment and most recently, a new paved parking lot Wissink and Sukup said they are proud of their tropi­ cal theme and “ladies only” atmosphere. They will also be offering T-shirts. bottled water and soft drinks for sale. Once you join Contours Express you can attend other studios. There are several in the Grand Rapids area. Membership is a $129 en­ rollment fee with $29 per month. The first 100 mem­ bers Contours Express (Caledonia) members will receive $100 off their enroll­ ment fee. Another advantage to Contours Express is the per­ sonal attention that clients receive. For three visits, one of the trainers will be work­ ing with you. Both women were trained with the Contours Express program — “Fit Biz." And Wissink originally worked out with Contours Express. “Thai's what got her in­ terested (in the business).” said Sukup. Wissink agreed. "I know it works!" For those interested in more information about Contours Express, call either Sue Ann Wissink or Sue Su­ kup at 891-7531 The studio is open Monday-Friday from 8 a m. to 1 p m and 3 to 8 p.m.. Saturdays 8 am. to I p.m. It is closed Sundays Sue Ann Wissink (left) and Sue Sukup are the new owners of Contours Express, a ladies only fitness and weight loss center based in Caledonia Crossings. Realtor suffers smoke inhalation during fire rescue in Middleville Saving on home bv Shellv Sulser Staff Writer Coldwcll Banker Schmidt Realtor Christine Burke thought she was going to host an open house at the home of Thomas and Sabrina Gunning of Mid­ dleville Monday but instead saved the house and the dog from being destroyed by fire. Thornapple Fire Chief Mark Marentette said Tho­ mas was at work and Sabrina had just finished preparing the home for the 5 p.m. open house when she lit some decorative candles. “She lights the decorative candles and leaves,” said Marentette. “One of the decorative candles on the mantle of the fireplace ig­ nites a dried grape leaf wreath. The wreath and a birdhouse fall off the wall and land on the carpet.” Marentette said once on the floor, the fire “took hold and was starting to build. “It had to have been within a matter of minutes because as Sabrina rounds the corner on M-37, her Realtor passes her on the way to the house," said Mar­ entette. “On her way in, she puts up two yard signs and then opens the side door to the garage and finds the ga­ rage filling with srnoke.” Inside, she hears the cou­ ple’s dog, a Shi Tzu. whim­ pering in its crate a few feet insurance is “No Problem.” Wi undredi <4 thousands familtea are waving money with Auk> <)wnen Insurance lor their home and mobile home protection. 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Finding the dog crate to hot to handle, she enters the kitchen, finds a towel, and takes the dog s cage out of the home through a sliding glass door. “Then she staggers across the street and collapses in a yard." said Marentette. “Had she not called 911 right away, she could have easily collapsed inside the house and we wouldn't have known where she was.” Thornapple Fire Depart­ ment was dispatched to the house at 4:56 p.m. and ar­ rived within three minutes to find Sgt. Tony Stein already on scene. “We were able to stop the fire with fire extinguishers,” said Marentette. “We had the fire out in under seven minutes from the time of the call.” Burke, who also has asthma, was treated by Thornapple paramedics for smoke inhalation at the scene and did not require a trip to the hospital. “She definitely had to take a couple of nasty gulps of smoke. Not only did she do a great thing, but she didn’t lose her head," said Marentette. “The dog is okay and she’s okay.” Marentette said had Burke waited another three to five minutes to call 911, “the whole room would have been on fire.” The insured home suf­ fered a total of about $10,000 in mostly smoke damage. The fire burned a hole through the floor as well. Burke also managed to call Sabrina back to the home after exiting the house and before collapsing. “We got excellent infor­ mation from dispatch and from Sgt. Stein so we had really good information to work with,” said Marentette. “It had a good outcome.” QzhIum. Real Estate For The Real World"* Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 'Each office independently owned and operated Reigler Photography -g: by ZoAnn Reigler Group. Individual Wedding and Pet Photography NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET YOUR SENIOR OR FAMILY PICTURE 2775 Eckert Road. Freeport. 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Historic names were researched by Trustee Dan Erskine through the Historic Commission, who suggested some of the names, which were pre­ sented in July. Using 92nd Street to name the hoped-for artery that would connect 92nd east of M-37 and west of Kraft in the future was thought practical. The newly created public street from a private status near the cemetery will con­ tinue to be called North Street. Citizen Mike Maviglia suggested involving the stu­ dents in history classes to come up with names as a history project. Though offi­ cials liked the idea, the streets need to be officially named on a timetable for making the streets public, with paperwork to be sub­ mitted in November. The names chosen have been cleared by the county to avoid confusion with other street names. President Daryl Penfold FOR SALE BY OWNER •06 Bernard. Middleville Tn level walkout wrtti unfinished 4th level 3 bedroom 2 bath krtchcn/indoor gnli family room with fireplace central air m ground con Crete twated pool with custom cover Newer appliances (aM stayi home theatre sys­ tem and pool table negotiable Spacious double lot m twee cul-de-sac neighborhood dose to schools (269) 795-M28 $149,000 quate turnaround in the drive to be created by a de­ veloper of a project off Mill Street was discussed. The developer is to be allowed to place a drive along the vil­ lage-owned Mill Street right-of-way. but the village is not obligated to develop a street just because it owns it. The council agreed to take care of any drainage is­ sues at a cap cost of $4,500. Drainage details will be han­ dled separately from the street development. The en­ gineer’s plan is to slope the area near the right of way. Drainage will cross an area of the old Williard property. The new residents were not aware of an easement for the drainage. An existing tile in the area was already pro­ vided for public drainage in the past. • Buer Well Drilling re­ quested the Village Council replace a gutter pan bound­ Caledonia - 100th and M- ing its business location 37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 downtown, prompting dis­ a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. cussion. The company had and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledonia~C6ntact Jerry R at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave , Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. said many unfinished Glen Valley streets and in areas yet to be developed west of the Caledonia Village Cen­ tre could potentially be named in a process involv­ ing a school history project, if the developers agreed. Village Planning Com­ missioner Bill McNeilly said more citizen involvement was needed on many issues like the emerging plan for Scotsmoor. in which little or no village input had been re­ ceived. In other village business last week: • Drainage and an ade- AREA AA, ALANON MEETINGS paid a cement contractor to replace cement work around their building, which in­ cluded sidewalks. Buer wanted the village to pay for concrete replace­ ment of an area 66 feet long and about 18 inches wide. The contractor doing Buer’s work had estimated the cost at $1,900. Trustee Dan Erskine said he thought about 95 percent of the damage to the gutter pan had resulted from con­ stant stress caused by heavy Buer well drilling trucks. The company had not stated a per foot price in the esti­ mate. Village officials thought the amount was high and de­ cided to obtain other bids, before even deciding whether Caledonia should pay for the replacement. Penfold said the village should pay a portion of the repair only if the amount was reasonable. • Fencing around a por­ tion of the sewer treatment plant was postponed. Essen­ tially it was felt w hen more homes were built close to the property boundary, then would be a better time to consider the option. Without fencing completely around the village property, the measure was thought to be ineffective. The issue of li­ ability would be best ad­ dressed by fencing around the plant perimeter. Often people disregard the no trespassing signs al­ ready posted, bringing dirt bikes in and crossing into ar­ eas planted with trees. Lisa Segard suggested a more well defined trecline might help. • A manufactured/mobile home ordinance was ap­ proved. • The fire and police sec­ tions of the village ordi­ nance are to be deleted. The old ordinance stated the vil­ lage requirement to establish fire and police departments, but this is now established under township government. Two more Saturdays to go for library bottle drive Bottle collection continues at the Caledonia Public Library. The Friends of the Li­ brary are accepting deposit bottles from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Aug. 24 and Saturday, Aug. 31. If $1000 in deposits is collected, an anonymous donor has pledged to match the funds. Funds will go into the Friends fund for the new library. Here Erik Jacobson shows off some of the almost $200 worth of bottles donated to the Friends group. Friday & Saturday August 23 & 24 Sale Starts at 10 a.m. FINAL TENT SALE LAKE T-SHIRTS & OTHER GIFT ITEMS’! ” REMEMBER SUMMER & WINTER CLOTHING ► Gift Certificate | Always Fit! < _1 hours Mon-Sat 10-8 Sun 10-6 n GREAT SALES INSIDE STORE TOO! /] U 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake 795-9947 Jaymay �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml August 20. 2002/Page 11 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Plan Commission must understand job Dear editor: Caledonia Planning Com­ mission Chairman Archie Warner s Aug. 13 press statement on the Garbow Project was that it was “the Planning Commission’s job to facilitate reasonable growth.” Warner obviously does not understand his job on the commission. The statement is very indicative why Caledonia is suffering so much from developer-dnven planning and why develop­ ers. Caledonia residents, township officials and resi­ dents are so frustrated by recent actions of the Planning Commission. For the record, it is not the job of the Planning Commission Io facilitate growth, reasonable or other­ wise. Its first job is to imple­ ment the township’s zoning laws. as passed and approved by the Township Board. Its second job is to inform zoning applicants what the zoning rules are and that it is going to be applied to them They are to do this whether they agree with the rules or not. When the zoning law calls few a 25-fbot buffer zone around a planned unit devel­ opment (PUD), it needs to be there before (he proposal is sent to the Township Board. If a development’s road is going to be used by the schools, the public, and commercial vehicles, the zoning rules dictate the road and setbacks need to be at the public and not the cheap private road standards. If a traffic study is really needed, don’t accept one that is four years old. If documentation is required, do not accept the applicant’s word that it was done. This is fundamental stuff and it is clearly laid out in the zoning book. Be assured that Garden Grove. Scotsmoor and all the other developers have read and know the rules, even if you don’t. Developers’ arguments over costs, time, and fairness should be irrelevant to the Planning Commission. When you begin to vary from the rule book, fail to require proper documenta­ tion and begin to approve projects at less than required standards you do no one a favor and embarrass the Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes board and the commission. Should the Planning Com­ mission members disagree with the rules, they can ask the Township Board to change them The Planning Commis­ sion’s sloppiness and Town­ ship Board's frustration to enforce the zoning rules will probably result in at least one recent proposal being petitioned for referendum in the next election It need not happen if the Planning Commission understands its job and the Tow nship Board lets commissioners know who is in charge. Frederick R. Fleischmann. Caledonia. YOU ALWAYS PROTECT THE ONES YOU LOVE The security of life insurance, the smiles of your children, the help of your Form Bureau Insurance agent The best things in life ore really pretty simple Coll today Crabgrass lawns sour Middleville To the editor: It’s green, it flourishes in poor soil, it thrives in hot. dry. sunny summer weather and it seeds itself profusely. So why are people on Grand Rapids and Washing­ ton streets in Middleville so unhappy (say angry)? When work began on those streets and front yards were being tom up. the resi­ dents were concerned and asked questions. We were told our lawns and the outlawns were to be restored. What we thought we heard was “top soil and good seed,” but apparently what was meant was “fill dirt and crabgrass” Those of us who find it wise, if not necessary, to routinely put down pre­ emerged fertilizer each spring at forsythia blossom time know we have been given a big, expensive prob­ lem. One home-owner on Grand Rapids Street has already had part of the front lawn and the outlawn resod­ ded. That solution may be temporary, as crabgrass respects no boundaries, and ours has already gone to seed. Or. we could just forget the whole thing, take the cheap way out and become known as the village with the fancied-up downtown and the crabgrass lawns. Doris Apsey. Middleville Steve Elies Steve Elies 4695 N M-43 Hwy Suite 3 Middleville. Ml Phone 616-795-1670 Making Your Future More Predictable K M FARM BUREAU INSURANCE FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU l»E • FARM BUREAU OCRERAL www farmbureaumsurance-mi com “At Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise.” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Karen Kelly. “I could have just as easily gone to Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, but I chose the Pennock Family Birthing Center. Pennock is large enough to provide state-of-the-art technology, but small enough to provide personalized care, where the staff actually knows you by name long after discharge!” Find out how Pennock Health Services can be your family’s partner for personal, professional progressive care. To learn more or to find a Pennock affiliated physician, call us at 945-1749. It’s Our Pledge Karen Kelly with sons Michael & Dillon Wayland, MI Pennock Partner, Oscar deGoa, M.D., OB/GYN Pennock HEALTH ^SERVICES > , Oto(essional, progreSJ1> 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 12The Sun and News. Middleville Ml August 20. 2002 Yankee Springs planners allow concession stand by Patricia Johns Staff Writer William Colthurst can leave his concession stand in place at the Mountain Falls Putt Putt golt course until members of the Yankee Springs Planning Commis­ sion revise the ordinances of the township. Planning Commissioner Gordon W’ells reported that the Zoning Board of Ap­ peals had decided that "con­ cession stands* selling food were not defined under the open air market provision that had been used. Tom Lehman is TAEF ‘Person of the Year’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation has named Tom Lehman as “Person of the Year.” He will be honored at a recognition dinner Thurs­ day, Sept. 19. at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. Lehman, well known wrestling coach and former athletic director, is well known to the entire Thornapplc Kellogg community. He is the sixth person or group to be selected by the foundation for exceptional service Io the community. The social hour Sept. 19 will begin at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. in the Middle Villa’s Greenery Tom Lehman Rtxim. The cost of the din­ ner is $25 for individuals or $40 for couples. Dinner choices arc chicken, broiled scrod and sizzler steak. Ad­ ditional contributions to the TAEF can also be made. The names and addresses of those attending along with checks made out to the Thornapple Enrichment Foundation should be mailed by Thursday, Sept. 5, to The Thomapple Area En­ richment Foundation, c/o Barbara Dvkstra. P.O. Box 40. Middleville 49333. Besides the dinner with speeches, fond memories and surprises, the TAEF will be holding a silent auction featuring a limited selection of works by local artists. Proceeds from the auction will benefit additional com­ munity projects. OnIy3Leji Drivers Education Cars Extra Savings Plus... 0%for60mo. or$3)000Rebate J WJVC-C;MAC Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick Monday & 8 » » TuaMay. TNsMay t »-6 SMjnMy » 1200 r-^ S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-9*5-2425 1-300-235-2425 www billserf com While Zoning Adminis­ trator Ken Worsham gave the commission a new ordi­ nance to review, it will not go into effect for several months. "We don’t want this business to suffer from our de­ lay’ Planning Commission Chairman Richard Beukema told his colleagues. Frank Fiala was the only one to vote no. since Colthurst had moved the stand from the area where it had been ap­ proved last year. Worsham will check to make sure that the conces­ sion stand is within the re­ quired setbacks. The commission also heard from a tenant in a commercially zoned build­ ing on Yankee Springs Road the past six months is faster by Patricia Johns response time. Stale of the Staff Writer The Thornapple Town­ art equipment is making it ship Board decided last easier for staff members to week meeting to delay plac­ do their job. New hires in the emer­ ing a millage for a new fire gency services are Kim station on the Nov. 5 ballot. The township has only re­ Schaendorf. Roger Lam, ceived title for one of the Paul and Robin Nyenhuis, properties which it is pur­ Paul Rybiski and Jim Stod­ chasing. Several “loose dard. Emergency services per­ ends” still have to be cleared up before final drawings can sonnel will be going for con­ be done, as well as the final tinuing education at Kellogg Community College, Waycost estimates. Further studies and envi­ land Area EMS basic train­ ronmental testing has to be ing and the Barry County done, the underground cable 2002-3 fire school. The supervisor and chief company has to be contacted continue to work with Wol­ about the possibility of mov­ verine Fire Apparatus to re­ ing the fiber optic cable or solve continued problems protecting it so that the with the new tanker. building can be built over it. In other business, the Supervisor Don Boysen board approved spending said he will keep the emer­ $6,584 to pave the east-west gency services personnel road at the north end of the and the fire committee up­ Mount Hope Cemetery. The dated on the project. The township also will reimburse township will continue to the Village of Middleville explore costs and ways to for $3,380 in paving work pay for the project while the done from the west end of other work is going on. Main Street to Fremont In other emergency serv­ ices news, Chief Mark MarStreet along the west end of entette reported on his first the cemetery. six months. He said he has After a presentation by been delighted with the service and the support of the Township Board. One of the highlights of Luella Dennison, project co­ ordinator for the Barry Steering Team of Link Michigan, the board voted to support the planning process for LinkMichigan with aw matching grant of $375. There is no news on the Forbearance agreement with Fenstermacher/FF’NSCO re­ garding the former Wolver­ ine asphalt plant. The board decided to keep its legal counsel Law Weather on the Landon Holdings suit with the town­ ship. The township’s insur­ ance agency also has ap­ pointed a law firm to repre­ sent the township, in this case involving the rezoning of 153 acres bordered by M37 and 108th Street, [.andon had hoped to build a 700unit manufactured housing community on the site. The township also de­ cided to donate $4,500 to help pay for the Stagecoach and Stagecoach park project under way in the village. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township Board of Trustees is Monday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. in the township hall. The bicycling season is still under full steam but bi­ cycle riders who want to help support bicycling have the opportunity to work with the Thornapple Trail Asso­ ciation to expand bicycling opportunities. The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation holds its next monthly meeting on Thurs­ day, August 22 at the Rut­ land Township Hall begin­ ning at 7 p.m. “We, welcome new mem bers to attend our meetings. The more people who arc in­ volved, the more we can ac­ complish.” Association president Michael Gormley says. “We continue to get in­ quiries about the trail. Maps of the trail are available on line at www.thornapplctrail.com. Wc may plan some work sessions on the Paul Henry Thornapplc Trail this fall,” Gormley says. The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Rutland Town­ ship Hall .Meetings begin at 7 p.m. The association is work­ ing to raise funds to pave more of the trail. Informa­ tion about the Thornapple Trail Association is avail­ able by writing to the asso­ ciation at P.O. Box 393, Middleville 49333. Gormley says, “Check out the web site for maps and a history of the trail.” Thornapple Trail Association to meet ♦ ♦ 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality7 dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ zoning on his property in the former Streeter Resort to Lake Front Residential for the portion facing the lake and single family residential for the portion on the other side of the road. This rezonmg will go to the September Yankee Springs trustee meeting for approval. The Planning Commis­ sion hopes to hold public hearings on ordinance changes in both September and October. After the close of the hearing, commission mem­ bers will continue to review these ordinance changes. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs planning commission is on Thursday. Sept. 19. at 7:30 p.m. in the township hall. Thornapple Township delays fire station millage on ballot Christopher J. Hier, Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available about the activities of an­ other tenant who appears to be living in the commer­ cially zoned building. There can be no residences in a C3 zoned building. Worsham will go by the location to see if he can talk with the tenant. Some of the other tenants and neighbors have an ap­ pointment with Township Supervisor Al McCrumb this week to discuss possible solutions to this problem. The commission was also asked to sec if anything could be done to discourage residents along M-179 form keeping "junk* in their front yards. The commission ap­ proved the request by Roland Witte to change the \ite1WHITE Jr Your Smile The First Thing People See! *» ** *■* • ................ ’ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml August 20 2002'Page 13 W PHOTO Center! Dorothy C. South CALEDONIA - Dorothy C. South, age 86, of Cale­ donia passed away peaceful­ ly on Monday, Aug. 12, 2002 after a lengthy illness She was bom May 30, 1916 in Bear Lake. Penn and was raised in Piqua, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband. Paul; her parents, Dennis and Goldie Mullin; three brothers. Ver­ non. Robert, and Donald Mullin; and two sisters, Mary Bowden and Margaret McDowell. She is survived by a sister. Phyllis McVelty; a sister-inlaw. Mary Mullin; and three loving daughters, Jo Anne South of Burlington. Wise., Chrystal K. (John) Isbell of El Granada. Calif, and Jac­ queline "Ma” (Alan) Steeby of Caledonia; two grand­ daughters, Elizabeth Ann Isbell of Tampa, Fla. and Sara Jo (Quint) Rogowski of Maple wood. Minn.; two great grandsons. Stephen and Nicholas Rogowski; plus many wonderful nieces and nephews whom she loved very much. Doroths. also known as "Grandma FFA" was a staunch supporter of the agri science program and FFA chapter members at Caledonia High School, where her son-in-law teach­ es and daughter volunteers. She also sold Avon, and was an Avon team leader in the Caledonia area for sever­ al years. She was the best mom, and did a great job of raising three strong and indepen­ dent daughters. She provided a lifelong example of service to others through her work with Girl Scouts and March of Dimes She served as state secre­ tary for the Walking Horse Association of Michigan and was a presence, with her husband, on the Walking Horse show circuit in Mich­ igan for many years Doroths valued truthful­ ness. dependability and a job well done "There are none so blind as those who will not see” was one of her favorite sayings. “Can't” was not in her vocabulary. She maintained lifelong friendships through many moves across the country, and valued each of those friendships profoundly. Services were held on Thursday. Aug. 15. 2002 at Gaines United Brethren Church. I612-92nd Street SE in Caledonia. Rev. Mark Beers officiated. In heu of flowers, contri­ butions can be made to the Caledonia FFA Chapter at Caledonia High School, or the March of Dimes Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Mary Jean (Mickey) Bayer HASTINGS - MaryJean (Mickey) Bayer of Hastings and formerly of Caledonia, passed away Aug 17. 2002 with her family by her side. She was born in Grand Rapids to Eugene and Mabel (Thurston) Mac Micken on April 23, 1928. She became an accom­ plished pianist and was awarded a music scholarship to Michigan State. "Mac” was a member of Pi Beta Phi "Fraternity” and wrote the Chapter song for the 1949 convention. She was extra­ ordinary musician. Family, friends and strangers were blessed with her music abil­ ity. Her artistry extended to formal gardens, painting, decorating and collecting She leaves behind her husband of 46 years, Robert Bayer of Hastings; daugh­ ters, Jean Poll of Hastings, Mary Gaertner of Kalama­ zoo, Linda Bayer (Vic Featherly) of Middleville; son and daughter-in-law, William (Elizabeth) Bayer of Hastings; adopted son, David Gregory of Kalama- Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. zoo; grandchildren. Robert Poll of Weldona. Colorado, Robin (Ken)Sterk of Wayland. Rebecca (Brent) Eggeman of Caledonia; seven great grandchildren; three special nieces, their hus­ bands and families and spe­ cial family friends. Peter DeJager of Hastings and Rick and Kathy Stegenga of Whitehall. She also leaves behind many dear and won­ derful friends at Dick’s Landing Marina in Grand Haven. Cremation has taken place. A service of Remem­ brance will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Aug. 21, 2002, with family meeting relatives and friends one hour prior to service at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of West Michigan. Arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home. Hastings. Where you get your photos processed DOES matter! It’s vacation time! Get the best reproduction possible from the professionals at Printing Plus. We help memories last forever! - - ,35mm Film Processing One hour service One Hour. Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic Additional A Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... 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The problem seems to occur in the lack of any mechanism or system to check the ful­ fillment of conditions. Com­ missioner Ric Parent said. Chairman Archie Warner said the agreements between developer and planning commission are recorded in the minutes, which need to be complete and detailed, to be treated as a contract for the project. Unfortunately, some of the minutes re­ corded in the past have been unreliable, a problem in ex­ plaining reasons for denial of requests based on previ­ ous agreements. Commissioner Wally Bujak said it is the applicant's responsibility to provide the documentation that all re­ quirements have been met. Often there is one item miss­ ing. He said developers pressure the planner to meet their timeline when they have not met all the condi­ tions in advance. Following up on details of a conditional agreement be­ tween the developer and the township cannot reasonably fall on the planner because his duties are too extensive and he is already over­ whelmed. Bujak said the only way to get past this situation was to have all requirements met before coming to the Plan­ ning Commission. Bujak is Caledonia man arrested in Gaines Township shooting A Caledonia man is being held in the Kent County jail in connection with the shooting and robbery July 28 of a Grand Rapids man in Gaines Township. Norman Dennis Muham­ mad. Jr., 27. of Caledonia was questioned and arrested in connection with the inci­ dent, which allegedly took place in the 97(X) block of Kalamazoo Avenue SE in Gaines Township. Kent County Sheriff De­ partment deputies responded to a call July 28 at about 10:12 p.m. and discovered that the victim of a robbery/gunshot wound had been privately transported to Spectrum Health Butter­ worth Campus Hospital. The victim, 25 year-old Eric Winbush of Grand Rapid, was treated for his injuries and listed in stable condition with gunshot wounds to his left shoulder and right thigh. He has since been released from the hospital. Muhammad, meanwhile, apparently was being cared for at Holland Community Hospital for a gunshot wound to the leg. However, a Kent County Sheriff’s of­ fice report said investigators do not believe Winbush had anything to do with the leg injury of the suspect. Muhammad was released from the Holland Hospital and brought back to Kent County, where he was ar­ raigned Aug. 2. A prelimi­ nary exam was scheduled for Wednesday. Aug. 14. in the 63rd District Court in Cascade. He was denied bail after having been charged with assault with intent to murder. A second charge was filed through 61st Dis­ trict Court for a financial transaction, steal or retain violation. He was held on a $5,000 cash/surety bond for that offense. The case remains under investigation Norman Dennis Mu­ hammad Jr., 27, of Cale­ donia was arraigned in 63rd District Court in Cas­ cade last Wednesday on charges of assault with in­ tent to murder. A second charge stemming from a financial transaction viola­ tion was filed with the 61st District Court. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN thal the Planning Commission of the Charter TownsTup of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on September 9, 2002. at 7 00 p m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan on the application of James Steketee tor an amendment in the Caledonia Charter Township General Development Plan The lands affected by the proposed amendment are commonly described as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue The following described lands would be designated tor general commercial purposes tn the place ot their current designation for high densify residential purposes That part of the North 195 65 feet of the Southeast V4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 Town 5 North Range 10 West. Caledonia Township Kent County Mictagan which toes East of the East nght-of way tone of Broadmoor AvenueAH-37 and toes West of a tone running S27’45'56*E from a point on the North tone of said Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 which port is approximately 325 feet East ot toe East tone ot the Broadmoor Avenue/M-37 nght-of-way. sato par cel being part of Permanent Parcel Nos 41 23-08300-012 and 41 23-08-300-001 The following desenbed lands would be designated tor high density res*dent>ai purposes n the place of thew current designation tor general commercial purposes That part of the North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 Town 5 North Range 10 West Caledonia Township Kent County. Mctvgan whch toes East of a tone running S27*4556T town a port on the East-West 1/4 tone of sa»o Section 8 whch port ts approximately 325 teet East of the East tone ot toe Broadmoor Avenue/M 37 nght-of-way EXCEPT tor the East 100 teet of sad North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 ot Section 8: said lands bang part of Permanent Parcel Nos 4123-08 300-012 and 41-23-08-300-001 All interested persons may attend the pubtoc hearing and comment on the requested amendment in the General Development Plan A copy of the proposed amendment and me Plan are on tee and may be examined by rterested persons at the Caledonia Charter Townsto ofhees at the above slated address Written comments ooncemng the proposed amendment may be submeed to the Planning Commission at the above-stated TownsNp office address up to the wne of the pubic hearing Dated August 16. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 304 the Township Board repre­ sentative on the Planning Commission. The board has also raised questions over the policy of giving conditional approvals in the past months. In May. board members discussed problems generated from giving approvals with pend­ ing documentation. Once an application is approved, it is not certain anyone follows through on every issue or that the requirements are all met, it was pointed out then. Township Trustee Rich­ ard Robertson said he be­ lieves ail documentation and problems should be resolved before approval is given. He said the planning commis­ sion should not leave any pending issues. He said he was not sure the drainage is­ sue for Scotsmoor was solved at that time, and that the township ultimately would be responsible. He said there is more run­ off from development, and until specific responsibility for drainage issues was stated on paper, he could not support approving the rezon­ ing. Trustee Larry Stauffer also thought more should be done by the Planning Com­ mission before a request comes to the board, his rea­ son to refer it back to them. That request was referred back to the Planning Com­ mission. Since then the drainage issues have been partially worked through, though traffic impact prob­ lems are still a concern to many residents. The Planning Commis­ sion has recently proposed creating a check list that must be completely docu­ mented by a developer be­ fore the request can be scheduled for a public hear­ ing. This would mean not having to allow any condi­ tional approvals. Commis­ sioner Koopmans provided a model for such a list. Some details such as ap­ provals by the Health De­ partment, the Kent County Road Commission and the DEQ will be followed up by those agencies. The County Drain Commissioner over­ sees storm water and drain­ age aspects of a project. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said. A drainage prob­ lem discovered one day is cited as a violation, and must be fixed by the next day. he said. Still, for example in the Garden Grove project, if DEQ and MDOT require­ ments had been clear to the planning commissioners much earlier in the process, the project might have been handled differently than af­ ter the traffic was all routed onto 100th Street. Actually, the require­ ments in the chapter govern­ ing the application process is a list in text form, which explains items needing documentation. The chapter is to be attached to the appli­ cation and the developer is to sign a statement the chap­ ter has been read, and re­ quirements met. Planner Dave Zylstra said developers have protested over the cost of the overall process, and the added cost of having to pay for various kinds of documentation, drawings or studies, only later to learn the Planning Commission or the Town­ ship Board refuses to grant the request, after a sizable investment. Zylstra spoke in favor of a reasonable bal­ ance on the policy. He said generally the township must have faith the applicant will keep promises. Warner also was sympa­ thetic with a developer who might lose a month of con­ struction time if asked to get more documentation by the next business meeting, say­ ing, "Our job is to facilitate reasonable growth.” Gunnink was not so sym­ pathetic over the costs to ap­ plicants. He said developers wouldn’t hesitate to pay the same amount in court to get what they wanted. Continued situations where developers fail Io meet conditions or make changes to approved plans without additional permis­ sion have come to light. Failing to ask for enough documentation is a loophole which can lead to future problems. It was mentioned that no legal agreements between the developer of Scotsmoor and the schools had been documented for the pro­ posed water, sewer and street agreements alluded to by the developer Providing legal documentation of agreements has been needed on several recent applica­ tions. such as for the Whit­ ney wood site condo devel­ opment and the Right and Tight Auto site plan request, where shared stormwater de­ tention was planned. Other examples were mentioned where conditions needed to be met prior to ap­ proval. Requiring a bond or a surety deposit was sug­ gested. but a previous dis­ cussion by the Township Board concluded a bond would not insure the quality of the project, or that all conditions had been met. The building department could withhold building per­ mits until all requirements are met. but in some cases, permits have been given when missing documenta­ tion should not have allowed it Site condos and plats must have all conditions met in order to gel approval for the project. Checking all re­ quirements for a PUD. an­ other type of development, falls on the township for en­ forcement, which would generally be the responsibil­ ity of the zoning administra­ tor. The township has been without such a position ex­ cept intermittently for over a year. More technical matters need to be inspected by the township engineer, who spe­ cializes in those kinds of de­ tails, Bujak said. Follow-up on previous approvals is where the town­ ship seems to have fallen down. He said in an area where there is so much growth, the township needs additional staffing. Follow-up after approval is one way to assure compli­ ance. The other is simply to withhold approval until all conditions have been met. Normally, a Planning Commission process thal al­ lowed a preliminary review of a request allowed the Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml August 20. 2002/Page 15 VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA From previous page commission to assess* a pro­ ject to determine if support for the request existed prior to the public hearing. This allowed a developer to make adjustments before expenses mounted. Often approval was given for a concept, but not for specific details. A second hearing would be scheduled with the Plan­ ning Commission by which time most conditions would have been met and docu­ mented. Requests would be tabled if the conditions were not provided when they come to the public hearing. Such a process would re­ lieve the planner from de­ veloper pressures who are under financial and time constraints. Whether to give condi­ tional approvals in certain situations was discussed by commissioners. Commissioner Gunnink. who is a developer in an­ other area, said the check list was a good idea and the list could be documented, but he suggested that if the Planning Commission has additional conditions, it should specify reasons and situations for tabling until these were met. or should specify other situations for allowing a conditional ap­ proval. Commissioner John Fmkbeiner agreed. The exact procedure for conditional approvals is not yet fully determined. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Synopsis of Minutes SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 23. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 700 p.m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present: Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Cor­ son. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg The min utes of the July 09. 2002 meet tog were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as wntten Mr Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Approved Resolution 402009. Resolution to Approve the Border to Border Communities Renaissance Team on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Roil call vote result­ ed in all Ayes 2. Approved the invoices dated July 19, 2002 in the amount of $204,142 46. on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved payment to MDOT in the amount of $123,164 13 for work on Grand Rapids Street on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Approved Partial Payment *1 authorizing payment of $45,936 to Oetman Excavating on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5. Approved the bid from Hammond Brothers for $9000 tor sidewalk repair and $3240 for curb repair on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 6. Authorized Staff to pur­ chase two computers for the Middleville Unit at a cost not to exceed $3000 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Approved the Misty Ridge Drainage District Agreement on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon 8 Adjourned toe meeting at 7.37 p.m. on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 am and 5:00 p.m Monday through Fnday (300) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia August 21. 2002 Cail to Order at 7 00 pm. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Bierletn Erskine. Oaxs. Penfold, Unger. Zandstra Regan & Ayers Absent: Audy Consideration of meeting agenda Approval of Consent Agen­ da: Motion by Unger, supported by Biertein All Ayes, motion car­ ried. Public Comments - Mr Mavigita suggested that we let the Caledonia students take part to naming our new streets Township Liaison Report Unger reported that toe Town­ ship Planning Commission will recommend approving the Scotsmoor PUD. by the Town­ ship Board, at their next meeting on Wednesday, August 21. 2002 Village Manager Report: Buer Well Drilling requested that the Village pay for replacing the cement curb pan by their entrance off Mam St. Council thought the price that was given to us by Buer’s contractor. Creative Concrete, was slightly high. Manager will look into other options. Village President Report: Unfinished Business: A. R02-23 Resolution to name the new streets - Higley Street. Kaechele Street. 92nd St and Dobber Wenger Mem­ orial Drive win be the names of our new streets in the Caledonia Shopping Center All Ayes, motion carried B. The fence in toe area south of the WWTP that borders Glen Valley is on hold to wait and see how toe development affects the i property C. 024-02 Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of CaledoniaManufactured Housing Com­ munity District Al Ayes-motion earned New Business: A Caledonia Township Plan­ ning Commission is recom­ mending that the Township Board approve the Scotemocr PUD The Village Council does not approve of the ingress egress from the Plat onto Johnson St The Village would hke to see the entrance to Scotsmoor align with Duncan Lake Ave B Mill St. storm damageMotion to repair the drainage problem All Aves-mobon car- ned C. 022-02 Ordinance to delete sections 2.7 Fire Department and 2 8 Police Department from the Village Ordinance All Ayes-motion ear­ ned Public Comment: Mr McNeily made a plea for more public support at our council meetings Mr Mavtgiia had more concerns about the Amentech buridtog and the noise was strtl Meeting Adjourned at 8.25 p.m. Respectfully Submitted. Sandra Ayers. Clerk (301) CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENT INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learning and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a developmental screen­ ing for preschool aged children to identify those who may benefit from early educa­ tional intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment The screening will take place Friday, September 13, 2002 between 8:00 a m. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service. (The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) Meeting Notice A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. August 21.2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan. NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070. TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AUGUST 14, 2002 A Special work session of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 5:35 p.m. Present: Harrison. Snyder, Cardwell. Bujak. Robertson. Stauffer Absent Bravata Also Present: Utilities Ad Pierson; Attorney Jim White, Engineer Randy Wilcox. Plan ner Manager Zylstra. U.A Billing Giamo and several citizens APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harnson sec­ ond Snyder to approve the con­ sent agenda Ayes Al. MOTION CARRIED SERVER: Discussion Re­ quest Zoning Administrator to review the bids. Tabled to August 21. 2002. UTILITIES WORKSHOP: U.A Pierson reviewed tne agen­ da and went through the packet. Several action items to be con­ sidered at the August 21. 2002 meeting including asphalt con­ crete bids change orders, bud­ get amendments. Share Bond Issue, and ordinance amend­ ments Moved Harnson. second Stauffer to adjourn Ayes: Al. MOTION CARRIED (302) Patnoa Snyder Clerk Portable Classrooms (3) - Caledonia Community Schools will be taking bids on portable classrooms (two 23’6’ x 56’ and one 20’ x 40’, no restrooms, eiectnc heat and air conditioning, in good condition. Contact Gary Delger, Director of Operations. 616-8910225 for information Bids are due by noon on August 30, 2002 Please send bids io Gary Delger, Director of Operations. Caledonia Community Schools, 8944 Kraft Avenue, Caledonia. Ml 49316. Mark “Portable Classroom Bid’ on the face of the envelope _______ 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the August 14. 2002 meeting B. Correspondence Not re­ quiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer s Report E Building Department Re­ port 6. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Utilities Report 1. Motion Approve asphalt concrete bids for Water Tower entrance 2 Motion: Approve installa­ tion of dehumidifier at South Water Plant by • Allied Mechanical 3 Motion Approve budget amendments as pre­ sented 6 14 for S. Twnp Water and M-37 Sewer 4 Motion: Approve resolu­ tion tor Township Share Bonds as presented 8H4 B Scotsmoor PUD 10. NEW BUSINESS A Sign tor Vtfage of Alaska Ryan Reochmanr B Cemetery &ds - Tree RemovalTnrnmng C Library Preservation D. Outdoor Liquor License E Server F Insurance • Sewer BackUp G. Insurance - Health h Request tar F«tal Approval i Resolution to Establish Townstoip Pr operty Tax Rare s tor 2002 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 11 ADJOURNMENT (303) LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the Board of Education of Thornapple Kellogg School Barry Allegan Kent and Ionia Counties, Michigan has called a special election to be held m the school district on Tuesday, September 24, 2002 TAKE NOTICE that the tollowing proposition will be submitted at the special bond election BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Thomappte Kellogg School, Barry. Allegan Kent and Ionia Counties Michigan borrow the sum of not to exceed Twenty-Four Million One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars i S24.115.000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds tnerefor for the purpose of erecting furnishing and equipping an addition or additions to and partially remodeling fur ntshing and re-furnishing equipping and re-equipping school facilities acquiring installing and equipping educational technology for school facilities erecting furnishing and equipping an addi­ tion to and utility vehicle structure for the maintenance bu.kkng acquiring school buses con strutting developing and improving outdoor physical education/athtetic facilities including tennis courts and acquiring developing and improving sites9 The toBowmg ts tor informational purposes only It is expected mat the bonds wdl be outstanding tor a period of not more than twenty-six (26) years exclusive of refunding No millage wiH be levied m the year 2002 tor the new bond issue The estimated simple average annual mrfiage antedated to be required to retire this bond debt is 2 34 mills ($2 34 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) (Pursuant to Stale law expenditure of bond proceeds must be audrted and the proceeds can­ not be used tor repair ex maintenance costs teacher administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses ) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 tS MONDAY AUGUST 26 2002 PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY AUGUST 26. 2002, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION To register visit any Secretary of State branch office or your county city ex township clerk s office Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascer tan the days and hours on when the derks offices are open tor registration Thts Notice is given by order of toe Board of Education of Thomappie Kellogg School. Barry, Alegar Kent and toma Counties Michigan Kim A. Selleck Secretary, Board of Education �WflMA. WfX^t af/ate Duncan Lake/Scotsnw intersection alignment sought by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer After the Caledonia Township Planning Com­ mission’s recommendation for approval for the planned Scotsmoor development, which is to come to the Township Board Aug. 22. village officials will appeal a proposal to create a third corner on Johnson Street. Scotsmoor is a proposed plan asking to amend the zoning ordinance from low density single family to a planned unit development (PUD), with a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. The development would be located between the ex­ isting school Community Ed building, the stadium, on the cast and the Fitzsimmons property on Kraft. The par­ cel is under township juris­ diction. on the boundary of the Village of Caledonia, and is expected to have sev­ eral effects on the village, the greatest being the coop­ erative traffic plan with the schools. The development traffic would exit on Johnson from a private drive that would run north, connect with the schools' main interior traffic artery, and then empty out on Kraft at 92nd Street. Another part of the agree­ ment would route 53 school buses north on the private drive through Scotsmoor twice a day. adding yet an­ other factor in existing safety concerns over the plan. Village citizens and offi­ cials say they were not noti­ fied of key decision making meetings in the past. Developer Gene Szpeinski’s plan, when presented to the Planning Commission, had been worked out be­ tween himself and the schools without much town­ ship or village input, and is­ sues evolving out of impact on both village and town­ ship residents were raised at the May Township Board meeting. The Planning Commis­ sion’s public hearing on the matter occurred at the same time as the Village Council meeting, preventing their at­ tendance. Commissioner Wally Bujak had voted against approval, which was nevertheless recommended by the Planning Commis­ sion. Village residents had told Bujak they were not happy they had not been included in the procedure. Bujak said the impact on the village would be signifi­ cant, no matter how the de­ velopment was laid out. but the primary concern was over the impact on traffic. This was why he asked the first reading of the request be pulled from the consent agenda for separate consid­ eration. The Township Board sent the proposal back to the Planning Commission, which considered it again on Aug. 5. It was believed most of the drainage issues were resolved, but traffic plans re­ mained the same. Szpeinski said an updated traffic study to inform offi­ cials about impact and changes in the proposed street layout to achieve alignment of the Duncan Lake and Johnson Street corner would be cost pro­ hibitive. He said under­ ground lines and fiber optic cable next to existing school buildings presented a com­ plex problem. Also rejected was an option to run South Duncan Lake across the cor­ ner of high school property to a new corner, to align with the Scotsmoor private drive. Failure to involve village citizens and officials contin­ ued through the last Plan­ ning Commission meeting Aug. 5. Notices were re­ ceived with a mailing date after the meeting date, some officials said. Township officials ex­ plained that the office is un­ derstaffed. and many things get delayed at present. The Township Planning Commission asked for a The Heating Season is Just Around the Corner Call Today For Low, Low Pricing... DIAMOND PROPANE is a locally operated company reaching out to the communities we serve with honest, friendly and reliable service. Now Available: • Full Service Propane Filling Station • Many Propane Appliances “COME AND SEE OUR NEW SHOWROOM” (269) 367-9700 or (866) 579-9993 meeting between the schools. Szpeinski. village officials, planning officials and the township planner. Dave Zylstra. to resolve community issues involving the development prior to the August meeting. No meeting was held. Zylstra said such a meeting can be requested, but people cannot be forced to partici­ pate. Village officials focused on the safety issues created by the school comer where Duncan Lake intersects with Johnson. Village officials only recently achieved a three-way stop at the inter­ section with cooperation of the Sheriffs Department and the Road Commission. They seemed to agree that adding yet another intersection out of Scotsmoor would further affect safety of both drivers and school children walking to multiple destinations. If village input could sug­ gest a better alternative, it was hoped some different plan might be agreeable to the board, or worked out be­ tween the village and the de­ veloper. Officials by consensus stated intentions of writing letters to the Township Board, and of attending the meeting Aug. 21. Some may ask to speak. An appeal was made to village citizens to get in­ volved and contact the ixxard and to attend the meeting to express their ideas. Village Planning Com­ missioner Bill McNeilly said more citizen involvement was needed regarding many issues like the emerging plan for Scotsmoor. in w hich little or no village in­ put had been received. Middleville AYSO offers referee training course Hundreds of children will fill soccer fields in the Mid­ dleville area each Saturday this fall. For the A.Y.S.O. program to be successful trained referees are needed. Anyone who has ever thought. “I could do a better job officiating” should at­ tend the A.Y.S.O. Regional Referee Training Course on Saturday August 24, 2002 at the Thornapple Township Hall from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This course sponsored by the Middleville A.Y.S.O. includes lunch and breaks. Thornapple Township Hall is located at 200 E. Main St., Middleville. Michigan. This is an eight-hour A.Y.S.O. course to intro­ duce soccer refereeing. Graduates become certified as A.Y.S.O. Regional Refe­ rees, and are qualified to referee A.Y.S.O. games at the U6, U8, U10, U12, and U14 levels. (Ages 4 [] to 14). This is a free course for those who sign up to referee Middleville A.Y.S.O. games. All course materials are provided. Participants should bring a pen or pencil and paper to take notes. Referees must be 12 years of age or older. No soccer or refereeing knowledge or ex­ perience is required! This is a beginning course. Previously certified refe­ rees are not required to at­ tend for recertification pur­ poses. Also on Tuesday August 27 a field training session will be held for those attend­ ing the Regional Referee Training Class, and previ­ ously certified referees. This two-hour course begins at 6:30 PM and concludes at 8:30 PM. This training session will be held at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School soc­ cer fields. Hands on instruc­ tion will include the Diago­ nal System of Control, how to use line judges, actual ex­ perience in making calls for out of bounds, throw ins, corner kicks, goal kicks, penalty kicks, crowd control techniques, time manage­ ment techniques, and more. Both sessions will provide theory and hands-on prepa­ ration for those wanting to referee A.Y.S.O. games in Middleville. A.Y.S.O. is an all-volun­ teer organization. Participa­ tion does make a difference. Referees are particularly needed. Participants receive free training, experience, and certification. Tom Ward says. “Learn­ ing the rules of the game makes watching soccer more interesting. Parents enjoy the game by participating with their children. Il s a great way to help out your community." National Honor Society students can cam commu­ nity service hours once trained after they referee two games in either the spring or fall season. Prc-rcgistration is neve* sary since the Regional Referee Framing class is. limited to 25 people. Ward says. "Make your resurva tion as soon as possible so we can plan appropriately." For information contact Ward at 616-765-5132 or email to wardtefa iscrv net. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News Action-Ads. Clearly You Will See The Difference Quality Auto Glass 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance * Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There's No Substitute for Quality” ------------------------------------------ A Division Of-------------------------------------------- ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 1 10 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 301 E. Broadway, Woodland, MI 48897 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE �The Sun and News. MxXfleviUe. MV August 20, 2002/Page 17 Art exhibits continue at Thornapple Arts Council * by Patricia Johns Staff Writer As one exhibit closes an­ other opens at the 117 State Street location of the Thor­ napple Arts Council. Man­ aging director Rose Heaton is excited about the variety of art which will be on dis­ play throughout the summer. Until Sept. 7 the gallery will feature some of the con­ templative and exuberant work by Thornapple Town­ ship artist Insoon Felch. An artist’s reception is planned before the exhibit closes. Felch moved to the area last year and is offering art lessons through the Thornapplc Arts Council at her home gallery Future exhibits at the TAC State Street location are from Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 , Ruth Gee and the gallery from Oct. 1 - Oct. 26 will be filled with the watercolors of Kathleen Crane. Open hours for the exhibit arc from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is also a shop featur­ ing the work of area artists with jewelry, cards and much more. For more infor­ mation on TAC events call 945-2002. The exuberant art of Middleville artist Insoon Fetch is on display at the Thornapple Arts Council in Hastings through Sept. 7, VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Tuesday, Aug. 27 Chicken nuggets or sliced turkey sandwich on a bun. seasoned green beans, peaches, milk. apple, milk. Friday, 30 No school. Have a safe Labor Day Weekend Monday, Sept. 2 No school Labor Day. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Can 945*9554 for Sun & News classified ads Hot dog on a bun or chick­ en sandwich w/cheese on a bun. carrots, pears, milk. Thursday, Aug. 29 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. side salad, fresh Tuesday , Sept 3 Macaroni and cheese with breadstick or cheesey beef burrito, broccoli with cheese, cinnamon apple slices, milk. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE RESOLUTION 02-011 OF THE MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL ‘ RESOLUTION 02-010 0F THE MIDDLEV,LLE COUNCIL of This self portrait marks an important life event for Insoon and her husband James Felch. ‘ August 13, 2002 WHEREAS, Section 1-6 ot the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001, as amended, permits the Village Council to amend or repeal portions of the Village Code by ordinance, and WHEREAS, the Village Council has determined that it is necessary increase compensation for Village Officials in recognition of their service to the Village NOW. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1 Zoning Board of Appeals members, excepting the secretary, be compensated at $40 per meet­ ing 2 Planning Commission members, excepting the secretary, be compensated at $40 per meeting 3 New compensation levels tor all members pursuant to this resolution be retroactively effective on July 1. 2002 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That Chapter 2 ot the Village of Middleville Code ot Ordinances of 2001 be amended as follows THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS An ordinance to amend the Village of Middleville Code of Ordinances of 2001. by revising Sec 2-161 Village President. Sec 2-162 ViHage Trustees. Sec 2-163 Village Treasurer. Sec 2-164 Village Clerk, respectively, as follows Sec 2-161 VILLAGE PRESIDENT The Village President shall receive as compensation the sum of Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2,500) per year * * Resolution to Amend Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment Roll August 13, 2002 WHEREAS, the ViHage Council of the Village of Middleville (the ‘Village’) on December 17. 1996. adopted a ‘Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment RolF in accordance with paragraph 5 of a Special Assessment Contract dated as of May 8. 1998, by and between the Village Dykstra Partners. L.L.C., Witham R Getty. Vincent and Karen Meaney. J William Seif and Misty Rdgo. LLC (the "Special Assessment Contract"), and WHEREAS it is necessary to resolve an inconsistency between paragraph 4e of the Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment Roll, which provides that ‘in the event of a delinquency the delin­ quent amount shall be collected in the same manner as a delinquent village property tax' and para graph 5 of said Resolution which approved a warrant which directs the Village Treasurer to ‘include as a delinquent tax any unpaid special assessment which is delinquent on the last day of February together with the accrued and unpaid interest and penalties thereon in the delinquent taxes returned to the County Treasurer the next day pursuant to Section 55 of the General Property Tax Act ,‘ and WHEREAS the Village returns its delinquent ad valorem real property taxes to the County Treasurer for collection as of September 15 each year in accordance with MCL 69 18(2) which is Section 18(2) of Chapter IX of Act 3 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1895, as amended NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT: 1 Paragraph 5 of the Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment Roll shall be hereby amended to read as follows *5. The special assessments made in the Roll are hereby ordered and directed to be collected and the Village Clerk shall deliver the Roll to the Village Treasurer with her warrant attached thereto, which said warrant shall command the Village Treasurer to collect the special assess­ ments on the Roll in accordance with the direction of the Village Council in respect thereto and which warrant shall further require the Village Treasurer to include as a delinquent tax any special assessment which is delinquent and unpaid on or before September 14 together with the accrued and unpaid interest and penalties thereon in the delinquent taxes returned to the County Treasurer the next day pursuant to MCL 69 18(2) which is Section 18(2) of Chapter IX of Act 3 of Michigan of 1895 as amended The form of said warrant is attached hereto as Exhibit B ’ 2 The Warrant of the Village Clerk in the form attached to the Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment Roll as Exhibit B is hereby amended to read as follows "EXHIBIT B AMENDED WARRANT OF VILLAGE CLERK I. Rhonda Fish, the Village Clerk of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby direct and command you Edward Schellinger Village Treasurer to collect the assessments set forth on the attached 1998 Water and Sewer Infrastructure Special Assessment District ■ Special Assessment Roll No 1, in accordance with the directions of the Village Council in respect thereto set forth in a Resolution confirming such special assessment roll of the Village adopted by the Village Council on December 18. 1998 and amended on August 13. 2002 In particular you shall include as a delinquent tax any special assessment which is delinquent and unpaid on or before September 14 together with the accrued and unpaid interest and penalties thereon m the delinquent taxes returned to the County Treasurer the next day pursuant to MCL 69 18(2) which is Section 18(2) of Chapter IX of Act 3 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1895 as amended This Amended Warrant replaces and supercedes the Warrant of Village Clerk dated December 18. 1998 Dated August 13, 2002 Sec 2 162 VILLAGE TRUSTEES Each Village Trustee shall receive as compensation the sum of One Thousand Nme Hundred Fifty Dollars ($1.950) per year Sec 2-163 VILLAGE TREASURER The Village Treasurer shaH receive as compensation the sum ot Three Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Do«ws ($3,250) per year Sec 2-164 VILLAGE CLERK The Village Cterrk shall receive as compensation the sum of Three Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($3,250) per yea BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that ths Resolution be entered by the V«age Clerk rto the ottoai records of the Village of Middtev«e on this 13th day ot August 2002 Moved by Lytte supported by Bray to adopt the toregong Resolution YEAS Bray Lytle Myers Puiien VandenBergen NAYS Corson ABSENT Kenyon I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolution was adopted by tw Wage of Middleville Council at a regular meettng held on the 13th day ot August 2002 Rhonda Fisk. Clerk Village of Middleville Rhonda Flak, Clark Village of Middleville” 3 This resolution is intended to apply to the collection of all special assessments on Special Assessment Roll No 1 for the 1998 Water and Sewer infrastructure Special Assessment District which are outstanding and unpaid on the date of this resolution 4 The Village Clerk ts hereby authorized and directed to send a notice to each property Owner on said Special Assessment Rd No 1 confirmed by the Resolution to Confirm Special Assessment Ron of the above amendment 5 All resolutions and parts of resolutions m conflict herewith shaft be the same are hereby rescinded BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED mat tms resolution be entered by the Village Clerk mto the official records of the Village of Mddtevtee on this 1 Sth day of August. 2002 Moved by Bray supported by VandenBerg, to adopt the foregoing Resolution YEAS Members Bray. Corson. Lytte. Myers Puiten VandenBerg NAYS Members None ABSTAIN Members None ABSENT Kenyon I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING Resolubon was adopted by the VHIage of MtOdtevute Council at a regUar meeting held on the 13th day of August 2002 Rhonda Fish, Village Village of Middleville �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. MLAugust 20. 2002 The Creek celebrating new clubhouse, attitude all week The new clubhouse replaces one which burned in February of 2001 The Creek Golf Club has wide fairways and an attractive tree-lined course. tie identity crisis, with some people confusing it with the Tyler Creek Campground and then in February 2001 its clubhouse burned. For Konya the events of Sept. 11 consolidated his de­ sire to "come home" and he is now enjoying the re­ wards and challenges of managing The Creek Golf Club on 92nd Street in Alto and overseeing its fu­ ture development. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer John Konya and The Creek Golf Club have gone through some changes in the past year, and this coming week is a time to celebrate. Last year Konya was a PGA pro with Marriott and Hilton resorts, thinking about a possible move back to his roots in Michigan Meanwhile. The Creek Golf Club wasgoing through a lit- Private Roads, Parking Lots. Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Office 616-877-4435 The new clubhouse is ready and Konya hopes that it will help the course attract new golfers and keep the current ones comfortable. Konya has planned an en­ tire week of events to cele­ brate the opening on Sun­ day. Aug. 25, of the new clubhouse. Events began yesterday (Monday. Aug. 19) with a free golf dime and lunch for kids. Today. Tuesday, Aug. 20, is Senior Day. Golf with a cart is $9 for nine boles all day. There is a special put­ ting contest for all seniors. On Wednesday, golfers get to observe "The Dog Days of Summer" with golf anda cart for $9 for nine holes all day. with free hot dogs and fountain drinks for all paying players. Thursday's focus will be on a chipping contest and free chips and fountain drink accompany any food pur­ At Your Service! CONDITIONING calbooma wc»*gah SALT PH. (616) 891*0303 WATER PUWFiCADOS The covered bridge links both sides of the golf course. chase. Friday is "Couples Day' with two for one green fees all day. On Saturday, it is The Creek Golf Club Day with green fees for 18 holes only $13, which includes a cart. There will be a closest to the pin contest for prizes and activities and contests for the kids all day. The week of celebration ends on Sunday, Aug. 25, with The Clubhouse Open Day. The fee for 18 holes with a cart is $13. Camping seminars are scheduled for the entire w eekend. Normal rates for golf at The Creek are $10 for nine holes and $16 for 18 on weekdays. With a cart the fees are $15 for nine holes and $26 for 18. On weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. seniors pay $8 for nine holes and $10 for 18 with a cart the cost is $13 and $20. There is also a golf scramble for seniors on Tuesday mornings. Four golfers are needed to play and the cost is $19.50 per person with a cart. Both men and women can participate. On weekends and holi­ days the cost for nine holes is $11 or $16 with a cart. For 18 holes on weekends the cost is $21 without a cart for 18 holes and $31 with a cart. For parents who arc intro­ ducing their children to golf, The Creek Golf Club has a special rate for a parent walking the course with a child after 6:30 p.m. of only $15 for both golfers. The Creek Golf Glub has a small pro shop with balls, gloves, tees, clothing and snacks. Golf club rental is also available. Reservations are strongly recommended by calling 1-616-868-6751. From the comfortable am­ bience of the new clubr house, to the well groomed course with a charming cov­ ered bridge which links the Continued next page BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT 9980 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 Your One Stop Water Store Water Softeners • Iron & Odor Fillers Purified Drinking Water Systems Convenient Drive-Thru • 25 Years Experience Serving All Makes & Models Complete Frame Repair Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-8:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 415 2nd Street • Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML'August 20. 2002/Page 19 On line registration available for Heritage Day 5K run/walk The scenic and challeng­ ing five-kilometer run and walk returns to Heritage Days in Middleville Satur­ day, Sept. 7. This year registration is made a little easier by going on line at www,signmeup.com/l 5509. Registration forms are available by stopping by the Thornapple Township or Village of Middleville of­ fices. The 5K race/walk is spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, with help from the Felpausch food centers. Funds raised from this event will be used by the commission to fund recrea­ tional programming and fa­ cility improvements. Race Heritage Assn, event recreates Lincoln visit The members of the Thor­ napple Heritage Association arc always looking for new ways to excite area residents about the past. This year the association has scheduled a recreation of a "Send Off Rally"" for president Abraham Lincoln as he travels to Washington D.C. to begin his presi­ dency .This rally at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Sept. 6. at the old depot site will be fun for the entire family. As Lincoln travels by train across the country, the various towns along the way have planned ceremonies in his honor, and Middleville vows it will not be outdone. The Sept. 6 rally will in­ clude music, banners and a welcoming speech by local PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AH real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Misusing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively male it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reh gion, ses. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination.*' Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 Ibis newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616 451 2980 The HUD toll-free telephone number lor the hearing impaired is 1-800-927 politician John Loftus. Lin­ coln will also speak and there will be a special per­ formance for the crowd. Mary Todd Lincoln may be introduced as well. Sue Rcitman of the Heri­ tage Association says, "Bring your picnic baskets and your children. Don't miss this opportunity to sec living history." Call 795-1606 for more information. This is part of the Thornapple Heritage As­ sociation's "Save Our Sta­ tion" project. coordinator Susan Vlietstra is looking forward to hold­ ing the second race in Mid­ dleville. “Everyone enjoyed last year's race and I hope that we have many returning runners, as well as new run­ ners." she said. Early registrations, post­ marked by Friday, Aug. 30, are $16. per person. Late registrations are $20 and participants are not guaran­ teed a T-shirt. For more information about this event, call 269795-7202. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Michael D. McDaniel Marine Corps Pfc. Michael D. McDaniel, son of Betty R. McDaniel of Caledonia, and Kevin T. McDaniel of Grand Rapids, recently graduated from the basic hygiene equipment operator course at Manne Corps Engineer School. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. N.C. During the course. Mc­ Daniel received instruction in basic plumbing, mainte­ nance management, military water supply, water purifica­ tion and hygiene equipment, and field sanitation. With his newly acquired skills. McDaniel is ready to provide maintenance at a Marine Corps base or sene with a field unit ensuring troops have an adequate water supply and necessary hygiene equipment. McDaniel • joined the Marine Corps in January 2002. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL SlO/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DR IvEWxWfWlVMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. From previous page cast and west holes, to the friendly Staff The Creek Golf Club has lots to offer. PGA pro Konya is already working on ways to con­ tinue to upgrade and update the course. In addition to the facilities at The Creek Golf Club, weekly, monthly and sea­ sonal camping is available at Tyler Creek Campground. 1 here are planned activities for children, a swimming pool, playground, horseshoe area and golf is available for campers. Information about The Creek Golf Club, the camp­ ing facilities at Tyler Creek Campground or this week's special events call 616-8686751. The Creek Golf Club is located at 13495 92nd St. in Alto. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy Hastings. 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It was the first time any Thornapple Kellogg golf team has broken 300 in an 18-hole competition and the score was within three strokes of the tourney re­ cord. which was set by Hast­ ings in 1992 with a 295. The Trojans dominated the eight-team competition, taking five of the top indi­ vidual slots and scoring 19 strokes better than runner-up Wayland. Hastings was third with a team score of 322, Gull Lake fourth with a 323. Maple Valley fifth at 325, lakewood sixth at 327, host Delton Maroon seventh at 338 and Delton White eighth at 408 Middleville's Chase Van­ denBerg fired a 73 to gain a share of individual medalist honors and then birdied the playoff hole to emerge as in­ dividual county champion. Teammate Bobby Roush also carded a 73 and earned a par on the playoff hole to finish second. Wayland’s Steve Chachulski was the third golfer to check in a 73 and he eventually took third. Brian DeVries of Hast­ ings was fourth with a 75, TK's Tyler Wenger and Dan Burbank both tied for fifth with Kevin Shettler of Lake­ wood. all with a 76. Trever Mathiak of Gull Lake was eighth with a 77, Maple Valley's Nick Burpee carded a 78 to take ninth and Josh Enyart of Middleville. Jim Lowder of Lakewood. Bran­ don VanDrunen of Wayland and Collin McLean of Ma­ ple Valley all tied for 10th with a 79. That meant 13 golfers broke 80 for the day. Other scores for Mid­ dleville were Brett Knight 82; for Hastings. Pete Swiatek 81, Justin Pratt and Brian Doozan 83. Andy Griggs 85 and Travis McMillan 90; for Maple Valley. Nathan Carney and Todd Cupp 84. Garrett VonEngen 93 and Matt Dunn 98; for Lakewood Bill Allen 81, Paul Spitzley and Casey Shettler 91 and Clint Tobias 94; for Delton Ma­ roon. Dustin Healey and Brandon Garrison 82, Ross Osgood 84, Cory Newington 90, Jake Bowman 92 and Brett Michael 99; for Delton White, Derek Caldwell 93. Jordan Dobbs 95. Drew Pearson 108 and Thomas Foran and Tyler Ogden both carded a 112. The TK golfers opened the season last Tuesday and finished fourth in the 32team Kent County Classic, second in their division, with a team score of 319 at the L.E. Kaufman course. Bobby Roush led the way 97 PONT GRAND PRIX Imded. # 7QQC 62,(XX) inUes Jr Jr 98 BONNEVILLE SE •■.cr ‘woo with a 76. Chase Vanden­ Berg had a 77. Brett Knight 81 and Josh Enyart 85. Roush finished tied for sixth and VandenBerg tied for 10th “This was the highest fin­ ish ever for a TK squad (in the Kent County tourna­ ment) and it was a fine ac­ complishment w hen consid­ ering the quality of the com­ petition." Middleville was host for its own tournament at the Yankee Springs Golf Course Wednesday. Aug. 14. TK took third with a 315, be­ hind South Christian’s 305 and Caledonia's 313. VandenBerg was third for the day individually with a 75. Roush was sixth with a 79 and Burbank was tied for The Thornapple Kellogg golf team is off to a fast start this season already, winning the Barry County tournament Thursday at Mullenhurst with a school record score of 298. Team members are Dan Burbank. Tyler Wenger. Josh Enyart. coach Tom Fletke. Bobby Roush, Chase VandenBerg and Brett Knight. Fletke said he was impressed by the effort of Levi Harold, who carded an 85 eighth with an 80. Enyart rounded out the scoring w ith an 81. while playing for the TK Black team. September 11 YANKEE SPRINGS ADVENTURE PROGRAM ceremony planned locally The following is the Yan­ kee Springs Adventure Pro­ gram Schedule Aug. 20-24. It is advised to wear mos­ quito repellent and/or bring some along. Children under 8 years old must be accom­ panied by an adult. Meet Ranger Diane at camp site #154 unless other­ wise noted. • Tuesday, Aug. 20 — Fishing in the Park, 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Gun Lake campground boat launch for 98 CHEVY CAVALIER A/C. auh OOC 65,000 miles catch and release fishing. Bring a pole or borrow one from the ranger. • Wednesday, Aug. 21 — “Treemendous,” 10 a.m. In­ vestigate the trees of Yankee Springs with Ranger Diane. Meet at the Sassafras trailhead. Water Wonders, 3 p.m. Join in some great activities and learn more about one of Michigan's most valuable natural resources. • Thursday, Aug. 22 — Fishing Derby, 10 a.m. Grab a pole and bait and join this wild fishing derby. Bring an adult and meet at the Gun Lake campground boat launch. Prizes will be awarded. “Eat Dirt!” 3 p.m. If you were a worm that is what you would do. Discover more about the lives of earthworms with some fun activities. Meet at the Sassa­ fras trailhead. As the first anniversary of Friday. Aug. 23 — Mam­ mals of Michigan. 3 p.m. the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks five area Discover more about the approaches. magnificent mammals of churches have joined logeth- . Michigan. Meet at the Sas­ er to make preparations for a time of remembrance for the safras trailhead. Nature Jeopardy, 8 p.m. local community. Tom DeVries of the Bring your family and join Christian in the fun. Prizes will be Middleville awarded. Meet at camp site Reformed Church, with the help of the Middleville #154. • Saturday. Aug. 24 — United Methodist, Peace Reformed, Leighton United Flutterbies, 10 a.m. Learn Methodist and Wesleyan more about these beautiful churches, is planning to hold creatures and make a fun the event at 7:30 p.m. craft to take home! Meet at Wednesday, Sept. II, at the the picnic tables near the Thornapple Kellogg High Sassafras trailhead. School auditorium. Fabulous Fungi! 3 p.m. Residents of the Hike through the forest and Middleville and surrounding explore these amazing or­ communities are invited to ganisms with Ranger Diane. join with (heir friends and Meet at the Sassafras trailneighbors for this time of head. remembrance. THE ^CREEK | GOLF CLUB X 97 PONT. 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AUTO 1^x^616-554^1625 crib 616^9^3656 Fax 616-554-2359 * Closest to the Pin Contest Saturday tor prizes * Camping Seminars all Weekend * Activities A Contest for the Kids Saturday oo OFF’ Must present this coupon one coupon per customer Expires & 19 02 The Creek Golf Club Day Green Fee s $13 for 18 holes/inc I cart WARRANTY! I | I CALL FOR RESERVATIONS' * The Creek Golf Club & Tyler Creek Campground 13495 ■ 92nd Street • Alto, Ml (20 Min. from Grand Rapids) (I- TJQ4/ m 616-868-6751 m 2 ZQL 2 ~ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml August 20. 2002Page 21 A New Role For Carbon Dioxide Engagements Ecarius-Blain to wed Jodi Lynn Ecarius. daugh­ ter of Chris and Nancy Ecanus of Saginaw, to Jody Christopher Blain, son of Don and Diane Blain of Caledonia. A July 4th wedding is planned. Over Nour Heitd hi Debt? (NAPSi—STORING CARBON—A new process called car­ bon sequestration shows great promise for absorbing a sig­ nificant fraction of the carbon dioxide emissions that result from the combustion of fossil fuels and for slowing the rate of climate warming. Scientists say carbon sequestration is a form of carbon storage that can be implemented rapidly. For example forests have the potential to sequester a sig­ nificant fraction of the global carbon dioxide emissions emit­ ted into the atmosphere. Moreover, soil is by far the largest storehouse of carbon here on earth, which is why soil man­ agement is so important. More information about carbon sequestration is available at www.co2andclimate.org Miss Middleville at Clarksville Miss Middleville Barry County Andrea Orlov Bu­ cher was par of the Clarksville Ox Roast parade on August 10. She will be featured during Heritage Days in Middleville on Sept 6 and 7. Helpful Food Safety Hints Survey: Restaurant Patrons Hungry For Help At Home (NAPS)—Americans are craving convenience and look­ ing to restaurants in record numbers to alleviate one facet of their busy lives. In fact, according to the National Restaurant Association, each year Americans are eating 54 billion meals at restaurants and cafeterias across the coun­ try However, a dining expe­ rience doesn't necessarily end when a meal ends—especially when leftovers are involved. Without a basic understand­ ing of proper food handling, each carry-out meal or doggy­ bag poses a potential food safety hazard. A recent survey from the American Dietetic Asso­ ciation (ADA) and ConAgra Foods Foundation reveals Americans want more than just a great meal from restaurants. Seventy-five per­ cent of diners would find it helpful if restaurants pro­ vided reheating and proper storage instructions for left­ overs or take out food. "We have become a culture of dmers-out’ and 'takersout." said Carolyn O’Neil, registered dietitian and national spokesperson for the ADA/ConAgra Foods Home Food Safety program "But without a basic under­ standing of proper food han­ dling and storage for these foods, consumers may be ordering up a case of food poisoning for dessert ’ The Guessing Game Improper refrigeration of foods or relying on smell to judge food spoilage is a recipe for disaster. Yet. according to the survey, few consumers (19 percent > use a refrigera­ tor thermometer to regulate their food s tempei ature and even fewer (six percent) label restaurant leftovers to pre­ vent spoilage Keep in mind, food may spoil long before it looks, -mells or tastes bad. Tasty Temps Mon than half of food pre­ parers do not know what tem­ perature is recommended fur Bankruptcy Michael J. 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In an effort to help consumers dine safely and guard against foodbome illnesses. ADA and ConAgra Foods offer the following reminders when it comes to handling restaurant leftovers and take-out foods: • Refrigerate restaurant leftovers within two hours of eating the meal; in hot weather (90 F or above » this tune is reduced to one hour • Label and date restau­ rant leftovers. Consume them within three to four days • t’se a refrigerator ther­ mometer to ensure proper storage below 40'F • Reheat restaurant left­ overs to 165 F • Use a meat ther­ mometer to ensure proper reheating Simple Solutions Tb help reduce foodborne illness, the American Dwtetx Associ.itk.u and the ConAgra Foods Foundation have part­ nered in a national education initiative. 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Rain or shine, 400 exhibi­ tors, most inside or under cover. Show located at the fairgrounds in Allegan, Mich. Free parking. $3 ad­ mission. 7:30am to 4.00pm. I WOULD LIKE to send out a special thank you to all of my wonderful customers. You have all made it a joy and a privilege to come to work and serve you everyday. I can't tell you how much I'm going to miss each and everyone of you. Sincerely, Donna Hart (Minch). CALEDONIA (WEST OF): 1 bedroom, rural, quiet, up­ dated farm house apartment. Appliances, no pets, $450 plus utilities (616)891-0104 Business Services BLEAM EAVESTROL’GHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www.bleameaves.com HARDWOOD FLOORING: fabrication, installation, sand 4t refinish Call (616)7952695 4c ask for John. HOME STYLE CONSTRUCTION new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, 4c decks We do it all. Licensed 4c insured builder Tom Beard. (616)795-4264_____________ Child Care 68TH & KALAMAZOO AREA: CPR & First Aid, meals provided, 1st shift. (616)915-1791 License « DF410077567. KID FIRST! All ages welcome, multi child discount. Ask us about our preschool programs. Call to schedule a tour of our newly expanded center FI A welcomed. (269)795-9055 License # DC080096733 WANT QUALITY PRINT­ LAWN FERTILIZATION ING at affordable prices. AND weed control. Free es­ Call J-Ad Graphics at timate. Cail Specialty Lawn (616)945-9554 Care, (616)891-1981 Middle Villa Lanes . “Family Fun Days” Friday, Aug. 2nd to Sunday, Sept. 1st ^pec*a^s on: (©I Bowling, Hot Dogs and Pop Call for times 795-3640 or 891 -1287 VTn ~~ on M-37 just North of Middleville CALEDONIA AREA. 2 bed­ room apartment, $525 Stu­ dio apartment, $390. Stoves & refrigerators, no pets. (616)891-8457 _____________ LIVE IN THE COUNTRY! Alto/Lowell schools, lovely woods and lake. Spacious 3 bedroom, main floor apart­ ment, 1-1/2 baths, deck, 1,150 square feet, $650 4c utilities, cats $10, no dogs, near M-50 and 1-96. (616)891 1840____________________ THORN-BARRY APART­ MENTS: 525 Lincoln Street, Middleville. 2 bedroom apartments. Ask about our Summer special - 50% off first month's rent, call (616)795-3889 to schedule an appointment For Sale FOR SALE: COMPUTER desk with hutch, HP printer, new in box. (269)795-3233 LARGE 3 PIECE blue sec tional: in excellent condition, 2 seat sections recline and the middle section has a snack table that pulls down with a small table tray and 2 cup holders. New full size bed at the end of the couch. $800. (269)948-7921 Garage Sale AUGUST 22ND, 23RD & 24TH: 7747 Morse Lake east of Whitneyvilie, north of 84th St. Washer, dryer, tod­ dler bed, 2 crib mattresses, car seats, stroller, new print­ er, name brand clothes for boys, teen girls 4c ladies, horse tack, saddle 4c riding clothes 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy , Hastings. At the front counter.__________ AUGUST 22ND, 23RD 4c 24TH: 9am-5pm. Clothing 4c misc. 512 Arthur Ct., Mid­ dleville. CALEDONIA: Thursday .V Friday, 9am-5pm. 7081 Pat­ terson Ave. SE. Bunkbeds, clothing and household. GARAGE SALE renovation of house complete, lots of household items, antiques, clothes all sizes. Sample jew­ elry sale: over 100 pieces of retired, high fashion jewelry at 50% off. 9376 Vincent, just E of Saskatoon Golf Course. August 22nd 4c 23rd, 9am6pm. HUGE GARAGE SALE: August 20th 4c 21st, 9am5pm. 12600 Bass Road, Mid­ dleville. 1995 Chevy Lumina, box for dually pickup. Creative Memories, stereo, black 4c white TV, kitchen items, bedroom items, clothes, crib, playpen, cradle and lots more HUGE SALE! 8315 100th St SE Friday, August 23rd. Don't miss it! '57 Chevy, jet ski, 1994 Ford truck, tools, good kids clothes, day bed, wicker couch. Great prices, 9am. MOVING SALE: Thursday 4c Friday, August 22nd 4c 23rd, 8am-dark. Many items, clothing 4c misc. 325 Em­ mons St., Caledonia. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Fri 4c Sat, 8/23, 8/24, 8am-5pm, 6079 Cherry Val­ ley, Middleville. Kids 4c adult clothes, TV, stereo, dishes, jewelry. Play Station with accessories 4c games 4c much more Help Wanted CALEDONIA EARLY CHILDHOOD center before and after school care pro­ gram is searching for a lov­ ing, caring person to work w/our school-age children at our Emmons Lake, Dutton 4c Caledonia locations. Must be 18yrs old of age, have lyr previous child care experi­ ence 4c dependable. Hours: 6:30-9am 4c 3-6pm Mon-Fri. Please call 891-0266 ask for Carrie or Sheri. Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 seeks players It was Sunday. Aug. 26. 2001. when former J-Ad Graphics sports editor Jim Jensen had just wrapped up another Summerfest and he helped out at the Presbyte­ rian church picnic earlier that day. He died that eve­ ning from complications of his diabetes. Only two days fewer than the exact one-year anniver­ sary of his passing, the Sum­ merfest three-on-three bas­ ketbail tournament will be dedicated in his honor. Jensen's father. Carroll, at one time a Hastings High School teacher and a former golf coach, and his sister. Christine Karslake of St. Louis. Mo., are expected to be on hand for a ceremonial tossing out of the first ball on the courts in Tyden Park at 8 a.m. Saturday. Aug. 24. It was Jim Jensen who re­ vived the threc-on-three tournament after it was shelved for a year in 1996. He took responsibility for running the tourney in 1997 and handled things, with the help of J-Ad Graphics pho­ tographer Perry Hardin, for the following four Summer­ fests. The tournament was in­ dicative of the kind of indi­ vidual Jensen was. accord­ ing to those who knew him as generous and kind, and a rabid sports fan. Jensen was a member of the Summer­ fest Committee and he was a deacon at the First Presbyte­ rian Church. “There is no question that Jim loved this community and I think the feelings were mutual,” said J-Ad Graphics CHILD CARE CENTER in Caledonia looking for per­ sons w/lyr child care center experience to work w/chil­ dren. Must be 18yrs old 4c dependable. Full 4c part-time shifts available. Please call 891-0266, ask for Carrie or Sheri. NEED SOME PRINTING done? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. editor David T. Young. Per­ haps the most appropriate way to celebrate Jim's life is to play ball. That’s what he lived for." The basketball tourna­ ment this year is being han­ dled by Hardin and Alison Shinavier. It usually has been run by the J-Ad Graph­ ics sports editor, but Matt Cowall has resigned and his successor won't come on board until Aug. 26. The format of the tourna­ ment is the usual, with three different age divisions. 13 to 16, 17 to 24 and 25 and older. The threc-on-three was added to the Summerfest lineup in 1987. about nine years after the festival itself was born. It was started by Steve Vcddcr. now a sports writer for the Grand Rapids Press. The first few years of competition essentially was for the 17 to 25 age bracket, but the youngest group was added in 1989. The girls’ and women’s divisions came on board in 1992. The deadline for entry is Wednesday. Aug. 21. All who plan to take part arc’ asked to check in at 7:30 a.m. Aug. 24 with tip-off time at 8. All games will be played at the Tyden Park courts just off North Broad way. Cost is $25 per team of three or four players. For more information on signing up for the Jim Jensen Me morial Three-on-Thrce Bas­ ketball Tournament, call 948-3025. St. Rose School $ ...is now accepting applications for students Rose Garden - 6th grade Anyone interested please ■ contact the office at 945-3164. taouo- MaxLife* i Transmission i Fluid hid you know your transmission Service Service Tip of the Week! should be serviced! Kendall Toian ’10 (15,000 miles - 50,000) Most makes and models. OFF Receive FREE Koozie Cup Expires 8/27/02 Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 20001 500 ARLINGTON ST (M-37) MIDDLE VILLE 269-795-3550 on site at NO APPOINTMENT HEEDED Tre_ ~SETTH\f THE PACC • A z. j �The Sun and News. Middleville. MV August 20. 2002Page 23 Help Wanted Lawn & Garden CUSTOMER SERVICE "JOBS JOBS JOBS" "STOP SEARCHING, WE HAVE EM" 5500/WK TO START. Growing company must ex­ pand its operation. We are niring for permanent full time work You need a job? We have work available. For a one on one interview, call (616)243-9131. No 3rd shift. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon.-Fn., 9am5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment Also hinng for night. (616)2487729 FINANCIAL CONSUL­ TANTS: make your dreams a reality Learn to be debt free it retire financially inde­ pendent. Call (616)364-6374 for more information. Un­ limited income potential. KIDS FIRST: Teachers and teacher aides wanted for growing child care center For BC/BS benefits as well as a retirement package. Join our expanding team and see how much fun YOU can have while working. (616)795-9055_____________ MAINTENANCE: IMME­ DIATE OPENING at Bus kirk Lumber Co. in Freeport. Hands-on repair and pre­ ventative maintenance pro­ grams. 5 years minimun maintenance experience re­ quired. Mechanical and elec­ trical skills a must. Hour will vary based on maintenance schedules and mill opera­ tion. Send resume to Ken Jones, Buskirk Lumber Co., 319 Oak St, Freeport, Ml 49325 Lost & Found LOST DOG: 2 yr old Shiba Inu, light brown, looks like a fox, training collar still at­ tached, lost near 68th & Ka­ lamazoo. Reward if found. (616)698-2884 LOST: ~ Poodle, (616)795-7963 or (616)6989562 Miscellaneous IT'S TIME FOR get quotes on years form & needs. Call Print 9105. schools to upcoming newsletter Plus 945- PRINT PLUS- Your printing center for all types of print­ ing. Check us out for a quote on your print job Call 9459105.____________________ CABLE/HOME HOOKUP: TO $16.82/hr Trainees/skilled, major company, great advancement potential, start now' (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee BLOODHOUND PUPS: AKC registered, quality breeding, females $600, males $500 Herb (517)8529743 or (517)852-0456 or Todd (517)852-9290 FRONT DESK/RECEPTIONIST/PHONE OPERA­ TOR, to $12.40/hour, em­ ployment Department, train­ ing provided, busy office, inten >ew now' (616)949-2424, Jobhne Fee LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET Bonded 4c insured GROCERY DELIVERY/DRIVER, TO $41,600/year, major compa­ ny, training provided, local route, lots of overtime, need­ ed now! 616-949-2424, Job­ line Fee. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL to $12.56/hr. ♦ benefits. General office du­ ties Entry level. (616)9492424 Jobline Fee. Pets FREE: AKC Chocolate Lab, 4 year old female. Invisible fence trained and basic obe­ dience. Needs room to run. Dislikes small dogs, is a great companion and watch­ dog. (616)795-8913 MIDDLEVILLE: Immacu­ late updated 3 bedroom, 3 bath, walkout. Finished low­ er level, pole bam, 3.4 acres, $159,900 Call for appoint­ ment (616)795-7876 Open Sundays, l-3pm M-37 to Adams Rd. (1 mile south of Middleville light) 9034 Adams Rd. Recreation 1996 KAWASAKI 900 ZXI. runs well, has impellor up­ grade, $3,000 or trade for faster machine. (269)7957101 SAILBOAT FOR SALE: 18ft Hobie Cat w/trailer, $1,500 obo. (269)795-2532 Real Estate 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RANCH: full basement, 2 stall garage in Middleville, $94,900. Call Bob Mvers, Greenridge, (616)974-4130. BELLEVUE AREA $210,000: 12+/- acres, 6+ bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property has 2.5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)629-5612. ^0* laffaeld'S by Pagano's Restaurant and Banquet Center • Full Liquor License • Weekly Specials Sign Up and Receive Updated Specials by e-mail Cooking Classes 8456 Broadmoor SE • Caledonia, MI 49316 891-0160 • 891-0159 • Fax 891-8540 YAMAHA TRUMPET: $250. Alto sax, $375 Excel­ lent condition, maintained regularly. Call (269)795-7101 Mobile Homes CIDER MILL: Must Sell' 3 bedroom Fleetwood. 1,120 sq. ft., airy floor plan, oak kitchen, air, deck and more! $20,500. Shell at (616)5318822. MHS. (#3310) MOBILE HOME 14X70 Skyline 1990, 3 bedroom, bath, laundry room, kitchen, liv­ ing, appliances included Re­ frigerator, stove, dishwash­ er, washer/dryer, extras, carport, shed, central air, im­ CHILD CARE: If you love mediate occupancy possible children and want to be part Park location, Middleville, of a team, then ABC Kids in can be seen by appointment. (269)623-6999 or Middleville needs YOU! We Call are looking for two special (616)760-0230 $15,000 firm. people, one to work 12-6pm National Ads with our 4 & 5 year olds, and one to work 8:30am-5:30pm APPRENTICE/ELECTRIWith our infants & toddlers CIAN/PLUMBERS, TO Wages $6.35 to $9.50 per 518/HOUR + benefits, (per­ hour based on experience & manent apprenticships), ma­ education. For more info, jor company, start now! call Mary at (269)795-1282 (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. The Drink's •?bs£eft>zf tin*# en us* Come in and test-drive our new prepaid card by putting $30 or more on your Essential Bean card... & grab a free latte or smoothie! SSS Our August Special SSS r— — — — — — — — Free Latte or Smoothie* I I CHECK IN TIME: 7:30 am CQSIl TIP QEE TIME: 8:00 am Boys & Girls (Ages 13-16) $25 KuAr ( hechi puytM*2992 to Men & Women (Ages 17-25) Men & Women (Ages 25-f) Team Name Team Name ’Bring in this coupon and we will give you a free drink of your choice when you put $30 or more on your Bean Prepaid Card. th-vKafusUlH CmM cb—w craitial^. KL Dean o Hours Mon-Thur Friday Saturday i Sunday 6 30am - 1:00pm 6 30am 10:00pm 7:00am • 6 00pm 9 00am 2 00prr ■w**—** ft’s the easiest and fastest way to get your java! Location Caledonia Cwsap Mall Cnerry VaiWy (M 3T) h Mtia Sou» of 64tii 891 7700 Team Name _____________3 Team Captain __________ Phone # ; 1• •1 1• ••• •• _____________ Team Captain • Team Captain 1 1 Phone # ?? Questions ?? Phone # Call (616) 948-3025 Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce • 221 W. State Street • Hastings, Ml 49058 �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville MV August 20. 2002 Mother Nature does pruning job Many drivers were glad that the winds drove this tree to the side instead of the road where it could have caused some vehicle damage. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Mother Nature has a funny way of doing some late summer pruning. She's messy, she's not partial to any type of plant and she loves the unexpected. Her pruning method is called the summer storm, something which the Caledonia/Alto and Middleville areas have been plagued with the last couple weeks. The storm last Tuesday driver, more than a few had to dodge large limbs. For the overworked landowners — well, let’s just say that they’re getting out their chainsaws to clean up what Mother Nature started. continued a pattern that has occurred several times over the past few weeks; quick pickup, strong winds and lots, and lots of rain (thank­ fully for short periods). A Whitneyville/Grand Rapids Street in Alto/Middleville proved the norm for the area. Treetops lopped off carelessly, branches strewn all over the road and debris everywhere. For the unfortunate Never partial to any type of plant. Mother Nature didn't mind squashing a few evergreens when she lopped off this treetop. This yard owner will be getting out the chainsaw to clean up what Mother Nature started. UMW, MOPS rummage sale is Aug. 23-24 The Caledonia United Methodist vi/ Women ------------and- the Mothers of Preschoolers are •One per persn ‘Non Members Only • Must be 18 years or older planning a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Aug. 24. The sale will be held at the Caledonia United Meth- odist Church, 250 Vine St.. Caledonia. ,'30 minufe °Ss center^ Quickfit A complete workout, designed for women, that only takes 30 minutes. • On-site weight loss guidance • Comfortable, caring environment *Fast *Fun • Fitness join Now o11 bM v Curves for women '30 Minute Fitness & Weight Loss Centers" Month Dues Curves FOR WOMENS FREE’ World’s Largest Women’s Francise Only Fitness Facility 137 E. Main st. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Downtown Caledonia next to Sam's Joint 616-891-9646 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-12 & 5-7; NEW SATURDAY HOURS: 8-11 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-08-27.pdf 7fa80087ee1196b68fff5cd8e064e74c PDF Text Text You'- Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 111st year ---------------------------------------------------------------- Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 35/August 27, 2002 HASTINGS Ul 4905£ 18! Planners to consider PMR request bv Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A proposed new gravel mining operation on Buttrick north of 68th Street on a 40-acrc wooded parcel next to residential neighbor­ hoods is expected to be a hotly debated issue Sept. 9 when the rczoning request comes before the Caledonia Township Planning Com­ mission. Nearby residents oppose having another Permitted Mineral Removal (PMR) rezoning in a township where there are already many PMRs in operation. Particu­ larly objectionable is truck­ ing the materials from the site to construction projects. At the same time, anyone constructing anything from a home foundation to a mu­ nicipality building a high­ way creates a need for a re­ source for the materials with which to build, in this case, sand. Planning Commissioner Wally Bujak stressed that the commission needs to be well prepared and to move forward slowly and carefully in order to handle the issue properly and fairly to all in­ volved, both to the commu­ nity and to the applicant. Planner Dave Zylstra said the commission's reasons for a recommendation for or against rezoning for a PMR must be documented in de­ tail. The adverse effects must be succinctly stated, providing clarity to the ap­ plicant. Meanwhile, it is the appli­ cant's responsibility to prove the use will not create a se­ vere negative impact on the surrounding community. The current PMR ordi­ nance. written in text form, contains many stipulations and conditions, and explains exactly when such a rezon­ ing is justified. The commis­ sion may have a check list created to reflect each of these stipulations and docu­ mentation to show the con- ditions have been met by the applicant. PMRs are supposed to be approved for only a three year period, but usually, once established, the socalled non-renewable re­ source continues to be found at the site. Each of the vari­ ous mines have established claims that the competition between them results in never fully removing the material allowed. Thus, indi­ rectly, approving more mines means there will be more mines in operation at any given time. Bujak said, "We have yet to reach completion on any of our PMRs." Scotsmoor request delayed again by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Scotsmoor developer Gene Szpeinski’s request to amend the zoning ordinance from low density single family to a planned unit de­ velopment was postponed again by the Caledonia Township Board Aug. 21. The project is planned on the village boundary just west of the Community Education building on school property, and would be accessed off Johnson Street. Szpeinski requested a residential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. The Caledonia Township Board May 15 said unre­ solved drainage problems, unknown traffic and safety impact and the lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and sur­ rounding areas required a second look by the Planning Commission after the board's first reading. Though the request was for rezoning, and not a site plan review, the board did not want to ap­ prove the project while po­ tential problems remained unresolved. After delays in May and June by both the board and commission, the Planning Commission recommenda­ tion came in a 4-1 vote Aug. 5 with conditions, that of the landscape buffer, a positive review by the township en­ gineer, Wilcox Associates, and a copy of the written agreement with the schools for road maintenance, among others. Planning Commissioner/Trustee Wally Bujak has voted against the plan throughout the process. He has ex­ pressed continued doubts about the traffic problems created on Scotsmoor Drive by the development and other impacts from this par­ ticular plan. Problems have centered around: • Storm water on the property of Jack Fitzsim­ mons has made a pond due to an obstructed tile in the Maloney Drain under the old railway bed. Problems could increase from drain­ age off the Scotsmoor pro­ ject. A catch basin is planned at the southwest comer of Scotsmoor, which would carry water away from neighboring yards not on Scotsmoor property and storm water along the north boundary would be released Developer Gene Szpeinski explains the general plan he has for the Scotsmoor PUD with comments by Rich Overmire, consultant on Caledonia schools construction projects Look out Caledonia, he’s finally got wheels! Jonathon Kloosterman is all smiles as he’s fitted for his new AMTRYKE at Spectrum Health/Butterworth cam­ pus. With him are Spectrum Health Physical Therapist into the Maloney drain. Szpeinski said sump Lisa Hormuth (left) and his mother Linda Kloosterman pumps were installed on the (Photo courtesy of O. Nick Unger) west side of each culvert. Cleaning was completed July 31, he said. Water pre­ viously backed up on the Fitzsimmons property on Kraft was now nearly dry, for the first time in about six years, he said. The drains are on school property, and a regular annual mainte­ nance is needed to prevent future blockage, which Kent County Drain Commissioner Roger Laninga has required of the schools, he said. No documentation from Lan­ inga was provided. Though Szpeinski claimed the drainage prob­ lems were soon to be fully resolved, Fitzsimmons said work on this drain and an­ other drain under a school pathway had not yet been completed. Rich Overmire, hired by Beckman Advisors, is a con­ sultant to the schools on the drainage project, but said he was not a spokesman for the schools. Overmire said he had three meetings with the drain commissioner about the problems, however. He said about 20 feet of school property was involved in the drainage problem. He said the school is still working on other projects, after which the culvert was planned to be flushed out. The drain commissioner still must in­ spect these projects, and then was to give a written report. Fitzsimmons said the pond was not dry, with six inches of water remaining, See Scotsmoor, page 14 Dutton first-grader receives AMTRYKE by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Look out Caledonia — Jonathon Kloosterman’s fi­ nally got wheels, and now he knows how to use them. Young Kloosterman was the recent recipient of an AMTRYKE through the Caledonia chapter of the AMBUCS. The AMBUCS first met Jonathon when he and his parents, Robert and Linda Kloosterman of Cale­ donia, visited the AMBUCS National AMTRYKE demo trailer at the 2002 Independ­ ence Day Celebration at Lakeside Park. A physical therapist was on hand to make an assess­ ment of Jonathon’s physical needs and abilities, which made him eligible for one of the unique trykes. Jonathon has Down’s Syndrome From there the rest is freedom and fun history for Jonathon, 8, who attends first grade at Dutton Chris­ tian. District AMTRYKE Pro­ gram Administrator Tom Taylor found a new 16-mch bike in Grandville. Then, volunteer physical therapist Lisa Hormuth adjusted the AMTRYKE to fit Jonathon at Spectrum Health/Buttcrworth campus in Grand Rapids. (Spectrum Health Rchab/Physical Therapy is a national demo site stocked with a dozen AMTRYKES provided by Grand Rapids area AMBUCS chapters.) Jonathon’s AMTRYKE was made possible through proceeds from the Caledonia chapter’s 13th annual Char- See AMTRYKE, page 14 In This Issue Alto Fall Festival planned tor Sept. 7 Miltoil threat at Gun Lake taken seriously Lee Elementary renovation part of bond issue Zoning ordinance reviews draw little comment TK Fall Sports Preview in this issue �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/August 27. 2002 Alto Fall Festival planned for Sept. 7 The Aho Fall Festival Committee is gearing up for the 22nd annual Alto Fall Festival Saturday, Sept 7. The day will begin with a pancake breaxfast al the Alto Fire Station, 6260 Bancroft St, beginning at 7 a,m. and ending at 9. Opening cere­ monies begin at 9:15 with the raising of the American flag and the singing of the “Star Spangled Banner" by John Sanchez. Arts and crafts open at 10 in the morning and run until 5 p.m. The crowning of Miss Allo, and Little Miss Alto will take place at 10:30 am. Luke Ixnhart, a local blue­ grass artist will perform at 11 a.m. The parade starts at 11 minutes past noon. There is a contest for everyone. The popular Blue Ribbon contest is expanding its categories to be judged to include any and all desserts, cookies/bars, candies, yeast/ quick breads, jams/jellies and pickles/preserves. Other contests include pie and watermelon eating. Puff and Pedal, the ever-popular sexi­ est men's leg contest, and for those who feel lucky. Medieval War Bingo. This is a unique discharging of a ire bucket, a leverage artil­ lery machine used from the 14th through the 16th cen­ turies. There also is the Alto “Wanna be a Millionaire" contest for those trivia buffs who want to test their skills. The best antique tractors from in and around Alto will be on display at the Alto garage on Bancroft and Depot streets. At 4 p.m. a local talent show will take place until 6 p.m. Other activities will include, kids' games, a pet show, and the Alto Library gently used book sale. Kids can bounce in the Moonwalk, and back by popular demand is “Baking Bingo." a new twist on an old game. Among the food booths. will be ham sandwiches, French fries, hot dogs, homemade pies, ice cream, elephant ears, nacho s and cheese, snow cones, chicken stops and kettle com. The Kent County Shenff s Department will be on hand to pass out informative fly­ ers. Life Ambulance person­ nel will show and demon­ strate their life saving equip­ ment and techniques. The Michi gan Army National Guard will have vanous ser­ vice vehicles on hand as well as recruiting information. New this year will be the performance of Luke Len­ hart, the Bowne Township Histoneal Society’s rum­ mage sale, a cakewalk, the Stanley Cup Puck Toss with “Griff" from the Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey State to hold hearings on special education Since new administrative rules on special education took effect June 6. several documents implementing the rules have been revised, documents of which are available for comment through Monday. Sept. 30. Documents which were revised include. Intermedi­ ate School District plan cri­ teria, monitoring standards, the Individual Education Plan manual and forms, me­ diation procedures, com­ plaint procedures and the in­ clusive education position statement among others. Parents can look at these revised documents at the Michigan Department of Education offices in Lans­ ing, at each intermediate school district and via the Internet at michigan.gov.mde. To select Weight loss you con live with. (Very happily.) With Winning Points you never have to miss out on life's little treats. So you can stay satis­ fied. stick with the plan and lose weight Join for documents Internet users should go to the list of “What’s New.” The website allows indi­ viduals to comment on each document via the web site. All comments will be re­ viewed by the office of spe­ cial education. Written com­ ments will be accepted by the Office of Special Educa­ tion and Early Intervention Service through 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30. Com­ ments can be submitted through the above website, facsimile at 517-373-7504 or via surface mail to David Brock, supervisor, Policy, Planning and Compliance Program, Office of Special Education and early inter­ vention services. Michigan Department of Education. P.O. Box 3008, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Parents from school dis­ tricts throughout Barry County can also bring their comments to public hearings held by the Michigan De­ partment of Education. The closest hearings will be held on Monday, Sept. 23, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in rooms Grand A and B, at the Kent Educa­ tional Services Center in Grand Rapids. The Kent Educational Sen ices Center is at 2930 Knapp Avenue NE. The telephone number is 616365-2299. Jonathon visits with Caledonia AMBUCS Chapter to thank them and show off his new AMTRYKE. He received his tryke as a gift from the Caledonia chapter (from left) Andy Cove, Robert Kloosterman. Rick Blanch and Drew McFadden. (Photo courtesy of O. Nick Unger) AMTRYKE, from page 1 ity Golf classic held in June at Saskatoon Golf Club. He proudly showed off the tryke for Caledonia AM­ BUCS members during their monthly meeting at Mon­ terey Grill Wednesday. Aug. 14. Jonathon’s new wheels were even ready in time for him to take along on a fam­ ily vacation in August. “We’ve tried regular bikes before,” said his mom. Linda. “But his coordination and strength weren’t good enough (for regular bikes). He’s getting around and having a ball with (the AM­ TRYKE) ” The AMTRYKE is a unique tricycle custom built for children with disabilities. Each therapeutic tricycle is hand and/or foot operated, according to each child’s ability/disability. Each is de­ signed to improve motor co­ ordination, increase self-es­ teem and be give the child a sense of independence. Plus, for a child who’s probably never been able to operate a bike before, they’re just plain fun to ride. According to O. Nick Un­ ger. an AMBUCS member, the AMBUCS (American Business Clubs) is the largest sin­ gle private source of educa­ tional grants for physical, occupational therapist, speech pathologists and hearing audiologists in America. In a news release from Unger. "By working to­ gether. AMBUCS volun­ teers have made their spare time go a long, long way in the Caledonia community for more than two decades." The Caledonia Chapter meets for lunch al the Mon tercy Grille in the 990(1 block of Cherry Valley SE (M-37) on the second Wednesday of each month. Visitors and prospective new members arc always welcome. For further infor­ mation, contact cither Presi­ dent Rick Blanch at 8911225 or O. Nick Unger at 891-7211. September 11th Hope and Remembrance Service As our nation slops to remember the tragedy of September II, 2001, you are invited to an evening to \ remember those who died and to hear / a message of hope for those who live Wednesday, September 11, 2002 7:00 _ S:00 PM at Alaska Baptist Church 7240 68th Street SE, Caledonia 1.5 miles east of the E. Be Itime 20! Win a $25,000 kitchen makeover! Enter our lookin Good—Cookin' Good Sweepstakes at a Weigh* Watchers location near you Hurry. Sweepstakes ends Octode* 12* No purchase necessary Derate at parhepamg locations CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE Caledonia Community Resource Center Middle V»a mn 4611 N M-37 Hwy Thursday—630 pm. 330 Johnson Wednesday—5; 30 p.m. Team, a nail driving contest for those 18 years and older, a paper boy obstacle course and the “How Slow Can You Go" slowest bike contest. The Alto Baptist Church will have children's pro­ grams running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Programs include water balloon gauntlet, a paint ball target competition, face painting, cookie deco­ rating. balloons, storytelling and a water station. There will also be a few informa­ tional booths. This year’s festival grand marshall is Bob Grummet and Person of the Year is Mrs. Pat Thomet. Also is located just off I96 at exit 52. Parking is available on the streets and the Alto Baptist Church. -800-651-6000 Ask about The At Work Program*! Visit us at www weightwatcherswesfemmichigon com e*p*m 9'21/02 VaM o<W tn 0*4 *?X2 A«-gr Wccown r’emcrona me o. ot the WBGHJ WATOCRS and IX AT WO* PROGRAM irxwnana Al ngm The Revue—Vermontville’s Theatrical Group presents • 12 Angry Jurors' September 5, 6 & 7 at 7:00 p.m Sept. 8 @ 3:00 p.m. Tickets may be available at the door Advance tickets, 616-367-4455 or e-mail the revud@y ahoo.com �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml?August 27. 2002/Page 3 Milfoil threat at Gun Lake taken seriously by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Because the Eurasian Mil­ foil, an invasive exotic water weed, is much worse than anticipated, the Gun Lake Protective Association has set a special meeting for Sat­ urday, Aug. 31 to approve higher dues and a revised budget to deal with the prob­ lem. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Aug. 31 at the Gun Lake Chapel on Patter­ son Road. Eurasian Water Milfoil, Myriophyllum spicatum L.. is native to Europe, Asia and Northern Africa. It was brought to the United States in the 1940s. It is tolerant of cold water and spreads very quickly be roots and runners where it is anchored in the lake bottom. In Gun Lake it seems most prevalent at the 7 to 10 foot level. The GLPA over the last several years has discussed funding for the weed control program, and its most recent meeting set dues of $65 for the next year. However, af­ ter more research and infor- Lurking beneath the waters of East Gun Lake is a 5 mile strip of Eurasian Water Milfoil. Controlling this invasive weed is proving to be expensive for Gun Lake homeowners and the Gun Lake Protective Association Eurasian Milfoil and will not harm other plants, ani­ mals, people, fish or crusta­ ceans. The association will fund these treatments be­ cause of the threat to the en­ tire lake. The GLPA would also provide up to $15,000 in first-time grants and $5,000 in follow-up grants for homeowners who want to HASTINGS 4 O.ICIIW Irw »rim UtllH I lilCm kafllH Stadium Seating Gives YOU m2 An Unobstructed View Vjfag MfW PHOMf ItUMBtR ■ (616) 945-SHOW (7469) ■ SHOWTIMES 8,26 - 8/29 OBLUE CRUSH (PG 13) 11:45, 2:35, 4 45. 7:30, 9 35 K-19: WIDOWMAKER (PG-13) 9:15 XXX (PG-13) 11:30, 2:00, 4 30. 7:10. 9 45 SPY KIDS 2 (PG) 12 20, 2:15. 4 10. 7:20 SIGHS (PG-13) 12:10, 2 25, 4 30. 7:00. 9 25 I 20or OHINK Eurasian Milfoil mation, including aerial photographs taken of the lake by one of the GLPA members July 23, the asso­ ciation believes stronger ac­ tion is needed. The association also will be asked to approve a dead­ line for dues collection of May 15, so that funds will be available to treat signifi­ cant portions of Gun Lake. According to information sent out to GLPA members and all owners of lake prop­ erty. there is a continuous band of Eurasian Water Mil­ foil five miles long, which has encircled two-thirds of East Gun Lake from Matte­ son Marine, along the south shore, around Chicago Point, turtle rock, Goat Is­ land. Hastings Point toward Elmwood Beach, across to the State Park, around sev­ eral more islands, to Eng­ land Point and back to Matteson Marine. The extent of the water milfoil infestation was con­ firmed by an survey by the association's weed survey contractor, according to Gun lake resident Mike Verano.. "We will come up with a plan to fight this invader," said Verano, who had served as president of the GLPA for many years, but has had to resign from his position for personal reasons. James Riehl, former vice president, is now president of the asso­ ciation and he encourages members and others to at­ tend the special meeting. According to information sent in a recent newsletter, the GLPA plans actions that necessitate the raising of dues. PER VISIT (269) 795-3305 plight of Houghton Lake residents who started seeing Eurasian Milfoil in 1998 and this year had to treat 12,000 acres of their lake to control the weed. Controlling a weed which is propagated not by seeds but by plant segments bro­ ken off by wave or boat ac­ tion will continue to be an ongoing activity. Verano and Riehl want Gun Lake residents to know that the association is more than just the provider of fire­ works and telephone direc­ tories, it is a major partici­ pant in protecting the beauty and quality of the lake. Back-to-School Haircuts • Highlights • lowlights • Color* : s5.00 OFF Highlights [ I WITH HAIRCUT & THIS COUPON OFFER EXPIRES 9/14/02 ’ FREE Colored Hair Gel w/purchase of Spiker Hair Cel Moovaiur Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1095 Miller MILLER MEANS. 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Ml/August 27. 2002 Parks and rec has new Middleville office by Patricia Johns • Staff Writer Program director Mike Bremer for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission is beginning to field telephone calls and set up his new office at 117 E. Main St. in Middleville. The dining room table at his home has now been cleared off and the files are now in order at the new Io* cation. Bremer says that even though the last several months have been difficult, the commission has had some successes. The inaugu­ ral season of the TAPRC baseball and softball pro­ gram included more than 250 participants. There was an entire sea­ son of summer ball with friendly competition. Bre­ mer said he hopes to attract more older students, fifthand sixth-graders, to the summer program next year. ’I am looking forward to a bigger and even better softball/baseball program next year,’ Bremer says. Spencer's Towing took first place in league play of the Monday Men's Slowpitch league. Champs Bar & Grill won the post-season softball league are now go­ ing on. A minimum of four teams will be needed to make this league a reality. Bremer says. Games are slated for Monday evenings at Spring Park Sept. 16 through Oct. 21. Teams interested can call Bremer at 795-8853 or via e-mail at taprc(a iserv.net. tournament with the Swamp Fox team taking second place. The Middleville Tool and Die team showed great improvement throughout the season. All the teams are looking forward to another fun season next summer. The commission hopes to add a Tuesday league for men's slowpitch next sum­ mer. A sign-up for a fall co-ed Continued next page Mike Bremer LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Sunday Sclxxil ............................... 9:30 a m. Morning Worship ........................ 10:45 a.m. Evening Praise 6:00p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p m Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles 0 M li 0 1 I I T C H R B M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Axsl Pastor Youth Douglas G. Reason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. GE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 C FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE C H a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship .......... 9 JO Is 1100 am. Youth Minntry ---------------------------------- 891 -0576 Mwling at Um Crow Crvrfc Charter Aiademy Rev Mu hael Stowell. Lead Pastor Joe Cipcu. Worship leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Chunk Offii e 616^91-0287 visit OUI web site www.bnghijiae org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship . . 9i30 a.m. and 600 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Churvh Office: (616)891 1512 M-37 at IGOthSi. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 945 am. . 11OO a m 6 00 p.m. 6 45 pm. 645 p.m Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.......................................... 9 30 a m Sunday School............................ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sthorn GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Wftilneyville Rd 10 00 a m 11:15 am 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Rev P Adams Phone 891 -8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Worship Hours 900 am and 10:30 am. ^^3 tDje ©lb {Eime V^^ctljobigt Cfjurdj 5590 VWutneyville Ave., S.E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Mew Life • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. H U RC H M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 orwuw.peacechurch.ee Cummum/y Campus fm frh tmfty mui Seuua Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday Lakeside Community Church A Place for Famdx A i rwndx 6201 Whitney * ilk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary UurMup Sunday School fur AU Ages Evening Worship 9 30 a m 10 45 am 600 pm Fossae Roger Huisman • Church Office M-0391 www lakcsadccooMnuMyxeg Community of Christ Leighton Church Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 945 am 1050 am Morning Worship U OOam. Wed Fellowship 730pm Pastor Lloyd DeYormer Sr Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastors Ph 897-7407 U> ’OYXiPC tan* • v<M*x KSOM mat taanr • e mail kightuoSec-n net Traditional Service...... New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 5:30 AM 11G0 AM 700 PM Sunday School 9:4S AM Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8X0 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillnwn Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616494800! redetmet^uenjut wwwjtdeoftercoytnartt.org A nenter dht Ewnfchd CaaMt ChKha d Amthu (j^airdd Sunday Service Time* 9.15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hory Communion 2nd Sunday) 11.00 A.M. Holy CotMeumoe Wedneedav 6.00 P.M Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Re*. Oavul I Huatwick Office 891-86S3 www.isarvjwtz - stpaul SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun 1st he) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a.m 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serting The Risen bird Sunday Morning Worship .10:00 a in. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Worshp 9 30 am. Mddtevie Momng Wonhp Sunday School (Jr HqT 8 Adult*) Nursery ■ Gode 5 Sr. Htfi - Sun Evening Jr rtgh - Gode* 6^. Wed Evenng 1100 am 945am 1100 am. 600-800 pm 6007 30 pm. Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAY FA R EK COMMUNITY CHURCH An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. C^taU/ua6 Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site aoth.^a.ijargf^gyg WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) AW *j® Tradmoal llOOaaa C.etmpoon Sunday Srfaol for Al Aga 945 in Sundn E»enmg knxe o JO pjn botrr Clab S-6 - Seuonaai hJO pm Fraser Mcetng Veduadn 6JD pm Youth Mavan - Sanda* h JO pm ______________ 1 mile west of M-37 Finding the Way Together! Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1100 am ym^mrritwM ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvtbe Ave + (Missouri Synod) Corner of 84th St A Kraft in Caledonia Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 12200 West M-179 Highwav (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: St Paul Lutheran Church AU Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Frw YOU ARE INVITED Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Emmota to Vine) We will be resuming our falL'winterspang <heduk tn September (hi Sept I. the Sundas of Labor Daj weekend, then: will be one service of worship only at 10^0 aun. Wonhip ------------------------- ............. .........8:30 <.m Sunday School ....... ................. ...... 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship.......... ...... ....... ..... ......... 10:30 a m W otship * ith Jr Churvh 11OO am tNursen available throughout > Re\ Norman Kohm (616)891-8167 Oath Office 6IM91F>i »l4t>U ♦»» caalyuam yt 708 W. Main Street Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 86&6437 Church: (616) 795-2391 TZ CALEDONIA C UNITED METHODIST 250 J Im Mrtvt M ; MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED iTcpcI 8546 Whffneyviie Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody.. and Jesus is Lord " Meotmg at Coiedonic High School xrdoy School 930 am. xrx»/ Momng Wortf<) 10 X am Mee?ng at cnapet on iMvtrwyvee A^e Sunday E /enrg fronrvp 6 00 p m wed ‘Aawee* Prayer a aoe Study 7JB p m aev PcmaSuy* SaBor.a* Kattahor Assoc Potfor WeoMe wrweyvfeocie or; �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 27. 2002/Page 5 Tagg-Boyink exchange vows Joe Gerrit Boyink and Letitia Mane Tagg were united in mamage on March 23. 2002 at 400 p.m. Joe is the son of Larry and Patricia Boy ink of Clarks­ ville. Letitia is the daughter of Lowell and Robin Tagg of Freeport. The wedding was held at the Freeport United Brethren Church, with Rev. William Renkema officiating. The reception followed at 6:00 p.m. at the Barry Expo Center. The wedding party con­ sisted of Tanya Tagg as the maid of honor. Andrea Tagg. Sara Harper. Kileen Thom­ as, Leslie Galloup, and Laura Moore as brides­ Caledonia Methodist makes changes Schantzes to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Ralph and Mary Lou (Eggleston) Schantz of Mid­ dleville will observe their 50th wedding anniversary September 6, 2002. Relatives and friends are invited to join them at an open house, hosted by their family on Saturday, September 7, 2002 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the UAW Local Hall, 295 Washington Street, Mid­ dleville. They have five children — Greg and Cindy Wieck, Lloyd and Dawn Kilmer, John and Doris Schantz, Randy Schantz, and Bob and Karen Nicholson. They also have seven grandchildren and one greatgrandson. Please, no gifts. leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Open late... Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Caledonia United Metho­ dist Church (250 Vine Street in Caledonia) will be resum­ ing its fall/winter/spring schedule in September. On Sept. I the Sunday of Labor Day weekend, there will be one service of worship only at 10 a.m. The following week, Sept. 8. the church will resume the full schedule; Worship, 8:30 a.m.; Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; coffee fellowship. 10:30 a.m.; and worship with junior church. 11 a.m. Nursery is available throughout Sunday morn­ ings. From previous page He has set an organiza­ tional meeting for a possible fifth and sixth grade flag football league for at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, in the Thornapple Township Hall at 200 E. Main St. He welcomes interested parents, coaches and offi­ cials to attend to discuss whether a league should be established. Other possibili­ ties are to hold a camp or clinic for younger students interested in football. Bremer also will be set­ ting some family fun nights during the school year. He also said the success­ ful soccer and basketball programs from last winter will be repeated in January. The TAPRC can be con­ tacted at 795-8853 or via email at taprc(aiserv.net. Bremer does not have regular hours set at this time. maids. Brooke Fox was the miniature bnde. Jon Poortenga as the best man. Billy Vierson. Man Vantol. Mike Post. Brian Osterhaven. and Tyson Moore as groomsmen. Ben Ludema was the miniature groom. Paul and Sue Oster-haven were the master and mistress of ceremony. Nate Tagg and Alex Fox were ushers and Scott Boyink was the greeter/guest book attendant. Joe and Letitia honey­ mooned one week in St. Petersburg. Fla. and a seven day cruise to the Western Caribbean. The couple resides in Clarksville. AREAAA, ALANON MEETINGSJ Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9%4 Cherry Valley _#3, Caledo­ nia Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Krafi Ave., Holy. Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Youth footballl practices will begin Wednesday Middleville Youth Foot­ ball teams begin practice on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Both seventh and eighth grade teams begin at 5 p.m. at the high school practice facility. Practice should be over at 7 p.m. Athletes who have yet to register can fill out the nec­ essary paper work on Wednesday. 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Currently the classes are open to the passing lane which can add to the noise level. There will be a room dedicated to science at the beginning of this wing. The music room at the end of the north corridor will return to being a regular classroom. A new music classroom and an art class­ room will be added across the corridor from the library and computer classroom. A back entrance will be added to the computer room so that classes can enter without first having to go through the library. The office area will also be renovated with more win­ dows and upgraded technol­ ogy. The floor in the gym will also be replaced which will eliminate the problems with slippery conditions some teams now face. 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Expires 9-30-02 Product Id: SunAd ! Happy Anniversary!!! Office & Classroom Addition and technology upgrades are also part of the planning process for Lee. Since work at Lee will take between 6 to 9 months it will probably be sched­ uled close to the end of the project. This will enable the district to plan for the im­ pact of construction on the school year. Six years ago the TK community approved a $26,000,000 bond issue which provided for the con­ struction of the new middle school and renovations at all buildings. However the school population continues to grow at a 2 or 3 percent rate each year. As new stu­ dents come into the district the need for more class­ rooms and other services ex- Is it time to update your home? Fortunately, MainStreet is just around the corner. No Cost • No Fees 2002 Lincs a*«l«Nc » qualified bornmer Rates and terms subieci io change without notice Rare shown for loan with 19 99% loan to tatae or less when bonowmg S25.001 or more Member FDK Office Renovation pands beyond what is possi­ ble. If approved the issue will allow the district to raise the $24,000,000 needed for the proposed renovations and then retire the bonds over the next 26 years without an increase in the millage paid by residents. The structure of this bond issue means that there will be no increase in taxes to pay for the expan­ sion and renovation project. mavs/Treet SAVINGS BANK Your Bank. Your Future The present 7 mill levy will be extended 5 years. Since the district partici­ pates in the Michigan School bond loan program, it can borrow at the begin nmg of a bond issue to make the interest and principal payments. The school then repays the school bond fund. A public meeting on the bond issue is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 3 at the Mid­ dle School. Heritage Day car show slated Organizer Dave Howell says he thinks that the 2002 Middleville Heritage Day Car Show will be among the best ever. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, in the south parking lot at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Car owners who wish to be in the parade should go to the McFall Elementary School parking lot to line up. The parade begins at 11 The theme of this year’s parade is "Childhood Memories." The cost for car show reg­ istration is $7 per car. Awards will be presented at 2 p.m. Howell says, "there arc more door prizes and more activities for families this year." For more information about the Heritage Day Car Show, call Howell at 7959438 or send e-mail to dav icka bender autobody com After Effects HAIR STUDIO T Now’s the time to get a home equity loan. Use the equity you have earned to tackle the projects around your house. 945-9561 /1-800-267-3830 DELIVERIES 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville AlP 269-795-0053 f\ Wedding Parties, Highlights, Color, Haircuts, Nails �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/August 27, 2002/Page 7 Caledonia Marching Band uses camp to prepare for season Gordon Usher, the new Caledonia High School Band Director, assists the flute section as they leam their part. able with good food and a beautiful setting. The band invited parents to come on the last night of practice to watch them march through the residen­ What would a marching band be without the drum section? by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer More than 90 Caledonia High School marching band students, accompanied by 10 adults, attended band camp earlier this month. This was the third year for Camp Limbcrlost, in La­ Grange, Ind., to be host to the students. Last year the heal was in­ tolerable. This year, accord­ ing to Patti Rinard, a band parent. “The weather was beautiful the entire week.” The students were able to work with their new band director, Gordon Usher. While getting to know his new students, he put them through their paces with practicing for a difficult show called “1945.” The band marched as a group usually in the morn­ ing and evening, sectionals practiced in the afternoons. Camp wasn’t all work though. Swimming, volley­ ball. skits, games and bon­ fires kept the campers busy when they weren't rehears­ ing or marching. The Petermans, who own the camp, have been im­ pressed by how courteous and respectful these students are. The owners only allow three high school level groups per season to camp and apparently have asked the Caledonia marching band to continue coming back As for their part, the Petermans keep the camp well-stocked and comfort- Fall Crown Classic to help aid scholarship for Miss Middleville The Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship program wants area golfers to enjoy one last scramble before the snow flies. The first annual Fall Barry County Crown Classic Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, starting at 9 a.m. at the Need wedding invitations? Stop h and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351X.M43 Highway, Hastings Mullenhurst Golf Course near Gun Lake. This is a four-person scramble. The registration fee is $150 per team. The entry fee includes 18 holes of golf with a cart and the opportunity to crowned the kings and/or queens of golf in the area. Organizer Kelli Leep said, “This should be a great time and it is a worthy cause. Funds raised will go to local students.” Prizes include trophies and crowns for the top team. If enough teams enter, cash prizes may be awarded. All proceeds from the tourna­ ment go to the Miss Mid­ dleville Barry County Schol­ arship Fund. Forms for the Fall Barry County Crown Classic are available by calling Leep at 795-5337. Checks made out to the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program can be mailed to Kelli Leep, executive direc­ tor of the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program, 12070 Gackler Road, Middleville 49333. Leep said several of the participants from previous pageants will be assisting with the tournament. tial street near the camp. It seems that the parents as well as the neighborhood look forward to this tradi­ tion. The band will continue to practice for this halftime show even Monday night at the high school. The first home game is scheduled for Friday. Sept. 6. against Thomapple-Kel logg. 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M-W-F 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. M-W-F 12:30 - 3:00 p.m T-Th 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. T-Th 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. THEE-YEAR-OLDS: Children must be three by December 1, 2002. Two-day classes: M-W 9:00 -11:30 a m. M-W 12:30-3:00 p.m. T-Th 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. T-Th 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. A non-refundable $35 enrollment fee is required to secure your place in class. CaU the Caledonia Resource Center office at 891-8117 for registration or more information. I I I I I I I I I I I I i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Mt/August 27. 2002 Special Horsemanship Day Camp held at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin The campers had help from instructor Julie Suwyn (on left in back) and volun­ teer Barb Clare (in visor on right). The horses helped win over the most reluctant rider. All riders wore helmets. volunteers assisting. In addi­ tion to counselors, helpers were teenagers, adults and even parents. Hastings High School stu­ dents Hilary Hutchins of Hastings and Heather Rising of Delton both enjoy work­ ing with horses and the stu­ dents attending the camp. Barb Clare said she started volunteering for the camp when she saw the volunteer want ad in the Weekender. “This seemed like a really good idea and I wanted to help,” she said. Julie Suwyn of Mid­ dleville enjoys horses, has Keeping pace was fun By Patricia Johns Staff Writer In the last week before school started, the horse­ manship day camp area at YMCA ('amp Manitou-Lin in Yankee Springs rang with laughter. Children were wearing helmets, putting their mounts through their paces and even learning what horses eat and how much it costs to own and equip a horse. Camp Manitou-Lin lo­ cated along Barlow Lake is a branch of the Grand Rap­ ids Metropolitan YMCA. This last week was spe­ cial because it was the first tlllHMHI Off worked in special riding programs for 12 years and loves the fact that the camp is so similar to the regular camp. “The volunteers make it easy for the campers to have a good experience." she says. Counselor Katie Reynolds from Cleveland. Ohio said, “being able to assist with the therapeutic day camp was a reason I wanted to come here to work this summer. It has been great to see the stu­ dents grow through the week.” Continued next page ladies & Mens Summer Clothing 30% OFF all swimsuits 11332 WEST M-179 HIGHWAY • GUN LAKE MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 40333 795 9947 HOURS Ready to set off Gift Certificates Always Fit! year that one of the day camps was dedicated to chil­ dren with disabilities. Ardith Turpin, horsemanship direc­ tor for the Y camp said, “This has been a great week. We have offered a day camp for years and this year we Mon Sat 10-8 Sun 10-6 LAYAWAY Gntuifc. 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The group was divided in half with some riding the horses and others doing crafts or learning about horses. Campers also got to eat camp food for lunch and play camp games like para­ chute and kickball. Their parents had the opportunity to see what they had accom­ plished on Thursday night. One of the few differ­ ences between the regular and special horsemanship day camp is the number of NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET YOUR SENIOR OR FAMILY PICTURE 2775 Eckert Road, Freeport, Ml 49325 616-765-3315 • Cell: 616-893-3696 e-mail zoken4?iserv net �The Sun and News. MiddleviMe. Ml/August 27. 2002/Page 9 Stretch your chess skills The Heritage Days Com­ mittee invites local chess players to sign up for the Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday. Sept. 7. This second annual tour­ nament will feature games for players from kindergar­ ten through adult. The cost is a $5 registra­ tion fee per player. The tour- Tired of playing the waiting game with interest rates? This is a walk. Here volunteer Barb Clare leads a camper and his horse From previous page Carrie Cybulski from Caro is a junior at Grand Valley State University. She says that being a counselor tn the therapeutic horseman­ ship camp has been great and that children are really learning a lot. Suwyn and Turpin are both excited that this year’s day camp experiment has gone so well. Turpin says, “There arc always waiting lists at other therapeutic rid­ ing sessions and it was great to offer the day camp option this summer.” Camp Manitou-Lin will offer therapeutic riding les­ sons this fall. For a schedule call the camp al 795-9163 or 1-888-909-2267. dleville 49333. Applicants should include the $5 fee for each player. Chess players can hone their skills before the Heri­ tage Days Knight Moves tournament by playing chess each Monday night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Mid­ town Cafe at the back of The Scoop on Main Street. nament will be held at Page Elementary School. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged. Call Sue Rietman at 7951606 with questions or to get a registration form. Chess players can mail their name. age. address and tele­ phone number to Sue Riet­ man. P.O. box 408. Mid- Put your money in our 2-Year CD! With 3.34%* APY interest rate, why wait any longer? Stop in and see a representative today! Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 www.hastingscitybank.com •Thc annual percentage yield (APY) is accurate as of 8/9/02 and is based on quarterly compounding Early withdrawal penalty may apply. 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Middleville Ml/August 27. 2002 Miss Middleville steps ‘Out of Darkness;’ support still needed Miss Middleville Barry County Andrea Orlov Bu­ cher returned from the “Out of the Darkness" event in Washington D C even more determined to work to bring light to the problem of suicide She is still trying to raise the rest of the $1000 she commit­ ted to the cause Dona­ tions can be sent in her name to Out of the Dark­ ness. 135 S. LaSalle. Dept. 7401. Chicago. Illi­ nois 60674-7401 The code number is DKDC2002, event code 3694 and check digit 7. Contri­ butions can also be made online at www.BeThePeople.com using the same codes Top nght: Andrea Orlov Bucher was one of more than 2000 people who stepped out of the darkness in Washington. DC. this August. She was one of the first 15 who finished the 26 mile event which ended at the Washington Monument. 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"You just have to write your name and the number of people in your family. You can still be working and receive food." The Food Bank calls the program a Fresh Food Initia­ tive (FFI), one of many they do throughout the summer in its eight-county coverage area. Anderson said that many UAW members saw the need for the FFI program in Middleville because of plant cutbacks and unemployment numbers. "There are also a lot of elderly people here on fixed incomes that can use these extra items," he added. Bonnie Ballinger, execu­ tive director of the Barry Community Foundation, said that an initial grant in 2000 helped to bring the FFI program into the county, serving Delton. "Hastings was added last year and now it has been expanded to in­ clude Middleville," she said. The three remaining FFI distributions are at 5 p.m. Tuesday. Aug. 27. and Tues­ days. Sept. 10 and 24 in Middleville at the UAW Lo­ cal #1002 Union Hall at 295 Washington St. Forty-eight families ar­ rived for the first FFI distri­ bution July 30. and Ander­ son said that 61 families came to the second one. He expects the numbers to con­ tinue to grow as more peo­ ple learn about the program. There will be enough food for 100 families ready for the FFI drop today. Over the past two sum­ mers more than 892,000 lbs. of food have beer, distrib­ uted via the FFI to 82.862 people. Funders for the FFI pro­ gram this year include the Woman's League of Battle Creek, Battle Creek Com­ munity Foundation, Gilmore Foundation. Jackson Com­ munity Foundation. SFMCO Energy and the Barry Com­ munity Foundation. To support bringing fresh food directly into needy neighborhoods, please cmail fbchcryl(a)wmis.net or call 269-964-3663. 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This floating city, as high as a 24-story building and as long as four football fields, is currently on a six-month deployment to the Mediter ranean Sea in support of Operation Enduring Freed­ om and America s war on terrorism. In 1999. after graduating from West Ottawa High School. Carlson raised his right hand and swore to pro­ tect and defend America by serving in the United States Navy. He knew that his deci­ sion to enlist in the world’s most powerful naval force would change the rest of his life. Along with valuable expe­ rience and training, this Sailor would have the oppor­ tunity to travel from one end of the world to the other. When asked what he was moil looking forward to dur ing this deployment. Carlson was quick to respond. “Since the attacks of Sept. 11.1 feel pride because I know that I am helping to take care of my country and doing the job right.” said the 22-yearold Sailor. “I feel that my job in the Navy is really worth a lot more now.” As a Navy interior com­ munications electrician. Carlson contributes a great deal to the mission of the ship. “My job is to give avi­ ators a radar target when they are landing aircraft." said the husband and father of two. “I ensure the safe navigation of aircraft land­ ings” Because aircraft earners act as the command focal point for the entire battle group, they play an integral part of the Navy’s role dur­ ing Operation Enduring Freedom. “Carriers are needed to accomplish the Navy’s mission.” said the Sailor. “We are important because we transport, launch and recover aircraft. 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Sign-up for the pull be­ gins at 11 a.m. and the pull begins at 12:30 p.m The tractor pull is held south of Page Elementary School just before the bus garage.Visit­ ing the tractors waiting to pull is a highlight of Heri­ tage Day for many area resi­ dents. Last year even Miss Middleville Barry County stopped by. The Antique Tractor Pull is sponsored by Bill Seif Chevrolet and Buick who is a gold sponsor of Heritage Days. He also is the proud owner of an antique tractor. Thanks to you Barry County... 194,000 lbs. of food were delivered to our residents through the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community The pull is hosted by the County Line Antique Trac­ tor Pullers Association of Caledonia. The County Line Club's rules and transfer sled will be used for the event. Antique tractors built in 1955 or earlier are eligi­ ble to participate. Pulling classes offered are antique, relatively standard, and Plus/open. Plus tractors have been significantly enhanced. The antique weight classes are 2750 pounds. 3500 pounds. 4500 pounds. 5500 pounds and 6500 pounds. In the Plus weight class tractors will compete at the 4000. 5000 and 6000 pound level. Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third in each weight class. Non tro­ phy winners will be auto­ matically entered into a drawing for three toy trac­ tors. The entry’ fee is only $10 per tractor. Fiala says. “New pullers art welcome and you don’t have to belong to the club.” Fiala would be happy to answer questions at 7959367 Police beat Rash of break-ins investigated a window broken out and a padlock removed from the concession building. “The fire extinguisher had been sprayed all over the place and we had to throw a bunch of stuff away, includ­ ing all of our ice cream." said Cohhurst. “They didn’t get much money, they just took change.” The perpetrators also stole a container full of empty pop cans, but the container and cans were recovered by local youths in a nearby woods. In all. the perpetrators caused more than $500 in damage to the business. The theft of four tires from a vehicle for sale in the 11000 block of West M-179 Aug. 13 is the latest in a number of thefts and breakins plaguing Gun Lake Area businesses over the past month. Barry County Sheriffs Deputies received a report that the vehicle was parked in a yard near Sunny Jim’s Pizza and that the tires were discovered missing at about 7 a.m. last Tuesday. Terry Colthurst of the Mountain Falls Putt Putt on West M-179 was also the target of burglars recently when owners arrived to find owned by Bill Colthurst. Colthurst said she does not know whether police have developed any leads, they “never call back.” Bailey’s Anchor Inn Man­ ager Johnny Montes said his West M-179 restaurant was broken into about one month ago when burglars broke a glass door with a brick and stole a cash register. The incident cost the res­ taurant nearly $1,000. Mon­ tes said. The restaurant is owned by Paul Bailey. A nearby car wash and a craft business have also been targeted, according to sources. 2 arrested in abduction attempt Two Hispanic males were arrested on unrelated charges Aug. 16 after police received a report that the men allegedly grabbed a 3year-old child at the home of a White Pine Drive woman in Yankee Springs Town­ ship. The woman told authori- ties that the men were in a gold minivan with tinted windows when they ap­ proached her home. When she opened the door, her dogs went outside which caused one of the men to use her daughter as a guard against the dogs “trying to get them." The woman reportedly said she had to drag her daughter out of the subject’s hands. The men then fled the area, but were later found by police at Crystal Flash in Middleville where a 30-year-old man was ar­ rested on an outstanding warrant for failure to pay child support. The other man. 38, was arrested on a warrant for drunk driving and driving on a revoked li­ cense. The incident remains un­ der investigation. Residential break-in foiled Woman injured in crash A 33-year-old Wayland her mini-van was struck by a by dog? woman has been listed in pickup truck driven by Rob­ An apparent break-in in the 10000 block of Finkbeiner Road in has been re­ ported to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice, according to a prelimi­ nary report. A woman reportedly found the front door of the home “kicked in” and re­ ported that her dog may have stopped the perpetrator from taking anything from inside the home. No information was avail­ able from Michigan State Police. “fair” condition at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids af­ ter suffering injuries in a two-car accident Wednesday morning in Gaines Town­ ship. Authorities from the Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment said Aimee VanTuincn was passing through an in­ tersection at 92nd Street and Kalamazoo Avenue when Car strikes power pole A single car crash in Mid­ dleville Monday, Aug. 19, sent at least one person to Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings. According to a prelimi­ nary report, a car which had struck a power pole came to rest in the 400 block of West Main Street with the pole and charged wires draped CALEDONIA ACREAGE IN THE VILLAGE! 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in this 2 year new home with too many extras to mention $299,900 (448497) PRIVATE SWIMMABLE CHANNEL FRONTAGE ON GUN LAKE. New pant, carpet and oak kitchen in this 2 bedroom. 2 bath home. $142,900 (451305) Call 292-1721 >■ I GREEN LAKE WATER FRONTAGE. 2 bedroom 1 bath with lots ot decking and patio area plus additional tot across the street kx parking $270,900. (new) Deborah Pawloski, CRS, GRI Five Star Real Estate www.YourAutomatedAgent.com over the vehicle. The driver was trapped inside the vehi­ cle until Consumers Energy could respond to assist with the extrication. The Middleville unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department did not return a phone call about the 1:55 p.m. accident, and no other information was available. 2 nabbed in break-in Z ONE OWNER EXECUTIVE RANCH on the Thomapoe River with 4 bedrooms and 2-1/2 baths New maple kitchen and ceramic tile fioonng $225,000. (448999) ert Verberg, 37, of Ken­ twood. Deputies said Verberg failed to stop for a stop sign at Kalamazoo Avenue. VanTuincn was pinned in the van and was extricated by Dutton Fire Rescue. She was transported by Aero­ Med to Spectrum downtown (Butterworth). Verberg was not seriously injured and re­ fused medical treatment. Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Barry Brandt was patrolling in the Gun Lake area early Saturday morn­ ing, Aug. 24, at about 3:45 a.m. when he observed sus­ picious activity at the Yan­ kee Springs Car Wash on M-179. Brandt, with assistance from deputies Richeile Spencer and Dar Leaf, in­ vestigated. The deputies captured a male subject who had broken into the car wash and was inside the building. A female subject was cap­ tured while waiting to pick up the male perpetrator. Both subjects were ar­ rested and transported to the Barry County Jail for book­ ing. Their names are being withheld pending arraign­ ment on charges of breaking and entering. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML August 27. 2002/Page 13 Williamsons to be honored as Heritage Day marshals ' by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Cathy and Don William­ son have been active volun­ teers in the Middleville, Thornapple Kellogg and Barry County communities. Their service to the commu­ nity has resulted in their se­ lection as Grand Marshals of the Heritage Day Parade. Cheryl Peters of the Heri­ tage Day Committee says, “Both Don and Cathy have been willing to be part of community activities. We are happy to honor them now for their investment in the community.” Cathy is now a Realtor with Century 21. Pearson Cook Agency in Caledonia. Previously she served as the executive director of the Barry County United Way. An experienced profes­ sional, Cathy received Real­ tor Associate of the year rec­ ognition from the Michigan Association of Realtors. She was a Barry County commissioner from 1984 1988. She also served on the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning & Zoning commission from 1995-2001 She co-chaired the Mid­ dleville Blood Bank for 18 years. She was active in the Barry county Resource Net­ work. Middleville Rotary Club and served as past president of the Middleville Women’s Club. County Fair Art Reach ac­ tivity and teaching classes. He was the sculptor of Reclaimed Spirit which graces the TK campus near the site of the former middle school. He is definitely a ‘hands on” artist who spent time making sure that en­ graved bricks filling the “river” of names in front of the sculpture were placed correctly. He also serves on the stra­ tegic planning committee for the Thornapple Kellogg lee at Bassett Lake. Son Ken lives in Grand Rapids. The Williamsons attend Saints Cyril and Methodius Church in the Gun Lake area with children and grandchil­ dren. Cathy and Don are look­ ing forward to the parade and fun of Heritage Days. Cathy says, ‘’it is nice to have your contributions to the community appreciated but you know many others who deserve recognition.” theJTome Team at State $ank of Caledonia I Cathy and Don Williamson Don served on the Tht>rnapple Kellogg Board of Education for 20 years. He was an educator for 29 years with Kendall College of Art and Design. A well known artist he re­ cently held an exhibit of his work at the Thornapple Arts Council. Don is also active on local boards and committees. He is currently president of the Thornapple Area Enrich­ ment Foundation. He is the vice president of the Mid­ dleville Housing Commis­ sion which oversees the Lin­ coln Meadows apartments. He continues to be active in the arts, serving on the Thornapplc Arts Council, working with young people during the recent Barry Last chance to register early for Heritage Day 5K run/walk Early registration for the Heritage Day 5K run or walk ends Friday. Aug. 30. Race organizer Susan Vliet­ stra encourages runners to save $4 and guarantee a Tshirt by registering by Fri­ day. The scenic and challenge ing 5-kilometer run and walk returns to Heritage Days in Middleville on Sat­ urday, Sept. 7. This year registration is made a little school district, and is an ac­ tive member of the Mid­ dleville Rotan Club. Both Williamsons enjoy living in Middleville and es­ pecially like being close to their families. Daughter Mindy lives at Gun Lake with her husband Mike Cut­ lip and daughters Amy and Elizabeth. Their son Don lives at Sylvan Lake with his partner Jeff Minor. Their daughter Stacey lives with her husband Brian Willshire and children Ben and Mar- easier by going on line at www.signmeup.com/15509. Registration forms are available by stopping by the Thornapple Township or Village of Middleville of­ fices. The 5K race/walk is spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission, with help from the Felpausch food centers. Funds raised from this event will be used by the SAVE ON YOUR AUTO & HOME INSURANCE... If you have your personal auto and homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners., from Farm Bureau Insurance. Call now. commission to fund recrea­ tional programming and fa­ cility improvements. Race coordinator Vlietstra is look­ ing forward to holding the second race in Middleville. “Everyone enjoyed last year’s race and I hope that we have many returning runners as well as new run­ ners,” she says. 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WWW tamUxMiaumsurance-mi com dNiTE lWHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! *' * �Page 14/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 27 2002 Scotsmoor development request delayed again, continued from page 1 and he thought water levels were reduced because of drought, and not because the drain was repaired. He be­ lieved the Maloney drain was seriously damaged and rnight need full replacement. He asked the board not to approve the project until the drainage problems were re­ solved. Another request by Fitz­ simmons was for a survey of the drainage course, which would prove who had re­ sponsibility for the drain culvert under the old rail bed. He said he felt as if no one took the drain issue seri­ ously, and the plan was for storm water to run off onto his property, which affected more property than just his. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said he had walked the area and also thought the culvert was broken. • A buffer area around the development was asked for by the public early on. Szpeinski said plans were in place to assure screening. Existing tree lines would be filled in. Some existing ev­ ergreen tree stock would be moved to fill in along the boundaries. At the August board meeting, citizen Fred Fleischmann said the 20fool buffer area had not yet been adequately assured by the developer. • Bus traffic through the Scotsmoor project is planned. Szpeinski said through a cooperative agree­ ment with the schools, the main private artery through Scotsmoor would empty onto a school campus dove. Fifty-three buses in year 2004 would travel north twice a day. In addition, grounds maintenance equip­ ment would use the road. Szpeinski said the schools wanted this solution, which would help their internal traffic problems. The school would provide seasonal maintenance through the de­ velopment. he said. Overmire said historically Caledonia Middle School had a traffic problem on Kraft Avenue in mornings and afternoons. A route from the schools through Glen Valley to M-37 was considered, but he said the developer did not want the increased traffic through the development. At the August meeting. Fleischmann said so far no school agreement was docu­ mented showing the schools planned to allow connection to school property or an agreement to maintain Scotsmoor private roads. He said there was only a water and sewer agreement be­ tween the schools and Szpeinski. Wilcox Associates did not recommend the private road agreement between the schools and the Scotsmoor neighborhood association. Engineer Randy Wilcox had advised making the street public or that it be kept as a cul-de-sac. Harrison was concerned over the legal implications of a private drive connecting to the schools. Ultimately maintenance would fall on the home association, and li­ ability issues could arise. The road essentially will get public use. without public standards, he said. Private roads are con­ structed to less stringent standards, and this road would be less than the pub­ lic road width, yet 53 school buses would be using it twice a day. • Traffic safety, a traffic ste'H was done in 1998, but at that time only cul-de-sac traffic was planned for the development, while now the street into the development is planned to connect to in­ ternal school traffic arteries. Harrison pointed out all the conclusions of the study were based on different as­ sumptions when it was done. Szpeinski explained that a private road allows the agreement between the de­ velopment and the schools which is not possible with a public road. He explained the Road Commission would not connect a public road to the school artery be­ cause of its rules. Trustee Robertson countered that these rules are made for a reason. 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He said the village had recently created a three way stop at the intersection only to have the Scotsmoor en­ trance recreate the same kinds of safety hazards a few feet away. Penfold said the decision allowing this drive and a throughway to the school property would create a long term problem in the village. Several board members were in support of a four­ way comer, though it would be a major project to make this happen. Clerk Pat Sny­ der favored alignment and agreed the buses would cause more congestion on Johnson. • Community cooperation. Szpeinski’s plan, when pre­ sented to the Planning Com­ mission earlier, was said to have been worked out be­ tween himself and the schools. There had not been much township or village in­ put. and issues evolving out of impacts on both village and township residents were raised at the May Township Board meeting. In June the commission recommended scheduling a meeting between Szpeinski, the township, school and vil­ lage representatives to try to work out all the issues in­ volved. In early August, Szpeinski claimed the issues were resolved, but village residents at their meeting Aug. 12 said they had no input in any discussions and because of the timing and notification of public meet­ ings, had not commented there. • Documentation. Many conditions asked for by the Planning Commission have not been documented to date. Harrison said contin­ gency approvals have not been working well in the township, and officials want the documentation in place before approval is given. Harrison said the Scots­ moor plan had changed over the period of five years, and it was not just the township that had contributed to de­ lays. He said the township was doing its job. Clerk Pat Snyder said the project plan had never been approved. Harrison said traffic re­ mained to be a major issue. He said the township must be responsible for the well being of the community. He suggested the developer work with the village, the township and the schools to attain alignment of the en­ trance with the Duncan Lake/Johnson corner. He said such a meeting would be the responsibility of the developer to arrange. Another option was to plan the development with a cul-de-sac. which would be more likely to get approval. Harrison said. Another public notice, paid for by the developer, would be needed if Szpein­ ski pursued the second read­ ing. but given the board comments, he chose to work through other options first. The application is presuma­ bly on hold until approval is more likely. Harrison commented that the township is concerned over drainage issues, includ­ ing those affecting people west of the Maloney drain. A different storm water complaint was made during public comment by Jim Van Dean over drainage prob­ lems in the Shagbark condo­ minium development. He said that problem would be made worse by an effort to drain the detention pond He said a 30-inch drain was put in to flow into an 18- or 16inch drain. Jim Scichcl. who came with him, said the installa­ tion would not handle it and would only compound the problem. Van Dean and Sei chel made a request for Har­ rison to walk the property with them to sec it first hand. Harrison said though he is concerned, he was not will­ ing to continue the dialogue in monthly meetings and would not further comment on issues involving the de­ veloper. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1.800-870.7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week For Sun & News ACTION-Ads! •• A-MazinG pet GroomaiG •: •* 2.9% s 14-37 IN HASTINGS • 616445-2425 1400-235-2425 traffic by non-residents. Szpeinski said. Commis­ sioners did not believe this would deter drivers from us­ ing Scotsmoor as a short cut. Traffic on Kraft Avenue was hoped to be alleviated by the Scotsmoor proposal. Overmire said a traffic study was done by the schools four years ago. related to the impact of the high school. His opinion was that the new high school on the cam­ pus would increase the traf­ fic problems on Kraft, and the Scotsmoor plan would help. He said the schools will share the cost of widening the comer of Kraft and 92nd Street. He said a traffic light at the corner was not yet planned by the Road Com­ mission. though the schools would install piping for that future connection. • Duncan Lake corner alignment, has been asked for repeatedly. Szpeinski and Overmire said align­ ment of the Scotsmoor en­ trance with Duncan Lake is problematic because of ex­ isting terrain, infrastructure, water mains, electric and telephone lines, a cable sub­ station, and fiber optic ca­ bles just west of the Com­ munity Education building. It was thought to be cost prohibitive, though so far no estimate of the cost has been presented. Overmire's opinion was that plans for a stadium parking lot across from Duncan Lake would conflict with a Scotsmoor entrance there. He asked who would bear the cost. Another consideration was given to re-routing the end of Duncan Lake Avenue south of Johnson and next to the high school to meet the drive entering Scotsmoor, but this would interfere with the existing high school building, Szpeinski said. Overmire said after the Community Education building is demolished, the preschool and middle school students would be moved to the present high school building. After that time children would not be walk­ ing between buildings at the intersection, he said. Some village children would still walk to school, however. Overmire said much dis­ cussion had taken place be­ tween school officials, per­ sonnel, and the developer, but he stated that no final written agreement was in place. Village President Daryl •* •• •* *. •• 9410 SPrinG creek court (m-37) 795-9114 .• ~ now ACceptinG New clients ~ open Six Pays a week < \ walkHns welcome-. $$$& ** MOn.-Fri. 9 am - 2 Pm 4 •• MIE Katie b********* �The Sun and News MiddlevUle Ml/August 27. 2002/Page 15 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Planning commission should press on Dear editor: Anyone familiar with Caledonia personalities and politics knows that Fred Fleischmann is usually all too willing to go out on a limb and start sawing when it comes to offering an opin­ ion on local issues or institu­ tions. Unfortunately, that is the case again with his most recent letter to the editor criticizing the work of the Caledonia Township Plan­ ning Commission. While I recognize his right to share his opinion at public meetings and write letters on issues of interest, I get little value in entering into a ongoing dialogue with Fred on every issue that may arise in our community. It’s not that he’s always wrong — in fact he is often half right. However, as my father used to tell me. "Never get into a wrestling match with a pig. You only get covered with mud and the pig actu­ ally likes it." That said, I would offer a contrasting opinion to his re­ garding the Planning Com­ mission. Even though I don't always agree with the Plan­ ning Commission, its mem­ bers arc doing their jobs. It is important to remem­ ber that, by design, a plan ning commission is com­ prised of a cross section of local residents representing the diversity within a com munity. Rather than a group of government planners and bureaucrats, they are farm­ ers and factory workers, business owners and bank­ ers. teachers and truckers, managers and moms — pretty much normal, every­ day people trying to serve their friends and neighbors motivated by the community they love. These citizen servants play a vital role in preserv­ ing our quality of life. The Planning Commission and Township Board work to­ gether to meet and manage the relentless challenges that accompany being one of the fastest growing communities in the region. To add to the pressure, we are also in the process of implementing an entirely new master devel­ opment plan and rewriting the bulk of our zoning ordi­ nances. While it appears that Mr. Fleischmann would like to drive a wedge between the board and planning com­ mission at this critical time, taunting the board to "Show them who’s boss," I say "No thanks, wc have too much work to do." 1 guess when I called for unity - Fred thought J said mutiny. I appreciate Commission­ ers Archie Warner. Don Koopmans, Wally Bujak. Duane Gunnink. Mike Mer­ cier, Rick Parent and John Finkbeiner. They have a tough job often made even tougher by undeserved crit­ ics. Press on. Stay involved. Don't let the buzzards pull you down. counts, nor the man who points our how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit be­ longs to the man who is ac­ tually in the arena; whose face is marred by the dust and sweat and blood; Who strives valiantly: who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devo­ tions and spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best, knows in the end the triumph of high achieve­ ment. and who. at worst, the fails, at least fails while dar­ ing greatly ; so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or de­ feat.” Bryan Harrison, supervisor. Caledonia Township Caledonia Band Boosters to meet The members of the Cale­ donia Bands 2000 booster group will hold their first meeting of the 2002-03 school year at 7 p.m. Tues­ day. Sept. 10. in the high school band room. All parents of current Caledonia High School and Middle School band stu­ dents are invited to attend. The agenda will include: • Meeting the new band director. Gordon Usher. • Car raffle fund-raiser. • Football concession stand report. • Nominations for board secretary and publicity seats. • Volunteers for future band activities. For more information about Caledonia Bands 2000. e-mail ’mailtorpercmom Ita'yahoo.com"or visit www.caiedonia.kl2.mi.us.” Click on high school, then music, then band. Future meeting dates are listed on the website. MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC HSI II As a parting thought. I of­ fer the words of my favorite president, Teddy Roosevelt: "It is not the critic who Thanks to you Barry County 1,238 youth between the ages of 4 and 19 participate in over 100 different project areas through the Barry County 4-H. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community If you're not getting the You're not getting it all! Call 1-800-870-7085 for more information on how you can receive your complete coverage of Caledonia, Freeport, Middleville and Yankee Springs... • Has Rolled Back The Prices! Only wmw a month Includes Home and Lot Rent (Lot rent $125 mo. 3 yr. lease) Offer Good till September 30, 2002 New 16 x 80 (1,153 sq. ft.) Three bedrooms, 2 baths, many extras. Includes choice of air or shed. Located at Country Meadows Village 76th & Kraft (Beautiful indoor pool) and Cider Mill Village (Enjoy country setting. Dogs allowed) For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 >v mar/ �Page 16/The Sun and News Middleville Ml/August 27. 2002 Thornapple planners adapt CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting cluster planning ordinance by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Thor­ napple Township Planning Commission reviewed a new cluster planning ordinance for property currently zoned in the agriculture, rural resi­ dential and residential zones. This ordinance al­ lows the township to meet the requirements of the new state law. This new cluster ordi­ nance will now go to the full township board for ap­ proval. The township al­ ready has a cluster ordi­ nance which requires devel­ opers to provide 30 percent of open space in their devel­ opment. It allows them to group homes closer together for cost and utility consid­ erations. The state mandated option requires at least 50 percent of the acreage to be left in open space and protects wet­ land and other sensitive ar­ eas. This option would allow developers to design their developments in many dif­ ferent ways but no more housing units would be al­ lowed than the basic devel­ opment (non-cluster) design. The addition to the Peace Reform Church was ap­ proved. The site plan had been revised to show addi­ tional drainage area, a rc- NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF IRVING TOWNSHIP The Irving Township Board is seeking a can­ didate for the office of Treasurer. Commission expires November 20, 2004. Please send resumd by September 4th to the Clerk at 3241 Wood School Rd., Middleville, Ml 49333. vised parking lot and land­ scaping. The board also approved a retail sales building for the Cherry Valley Greenhouse. The commissioners asked that owner Tim Leep return with a lighting plan, if the greenhouse should decide to have sales after dark, as in the winter time. The problem of access to both Peace Church and Cherry Valley Greenhouse will be discussed with the Michigan Department of Transportation. Planner Geoff Moffat told the com­ mission that deceleration lanes would definitely help. Work continues on the forbearance agreement which would allow FENSCO to operate the former Wolverine asphalt plant. The committee will meet to consider a counter proposal from FENSCO. The next meeting of the Thomapple Township Plan­ ning Commission is Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. in the township hall. Carol Ergang Irving Township Clerk THORNAPPLE KELLOGG PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 3. 2002, at 7 p m in Village Offices, 100 East Mam Street, Middleville, Ml The purpose of this public hear­ ing is to consider amendments to Article VII of the Village Zoning Ordinance, including Sections 78-621 through 78-660 of the Village Code, addressing sign regulations in the Village Draft text of the zoning ordinance amendment may be examined 9 a m.-5 p m Monday-Friday at the Village Offices. Any interested person may attend the public hearing or write to the Village Planning Commission at the address noted above Persons with special access or hearing needs may contact Village offices prior to the hearing seeking appropri­ ate accommodation Eldon Newmyer ChairmanX Village Planning Commission 302 SECONDARY LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hot dog on a bun or chick­ en sandwich w/cheese on a bun, carrots, pears, milk. Thursday, Aug. 29 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. side salad, fresh apple, milk. Friday, 30 No school. Have a safe Labor Day Weekend. Munday, Sept. 2 No school. Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Macaroni and cheese with breadstick or cheesey beef burrito, broccoli with cheese, cinnamon apple slices, milk. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AUGUST 21.2002 The regular meeting of the Catedoma Township Board was called to order at 7 09 p.m. Present Hamson. Snyder. Cardwell Bravata Bujak and Robertson Absent Stauffer Also Present Planner Mana­ ger Zytstra UA Pierson. Deputy Clerk Palmer and several citi­ zens Supervisor Harnson led the Pledge and invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Hamson sec­ ond Snyder to add item 10J Fire Department personnel, add item 10K Administrative Assistant, and remove item 10D Outdoor Liquor license - Sam s Joint. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Jim Van Dien owner of Shagbark Condominiums, and Jim Shushel discussed the drainage issues at Shagbark Jim VanDten requested Hamson to come out and walk the property with Jim Shushel Dan Zemaitis one of candidates for Circuit Court Judge discussed his can­ didacy. CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Bravata, second Harnson to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: None MOTION: APPROVE ASPHALT/CONCRETE BIDS FOR WATER TOWER ENTRANCE IMPROVEMENTS: Moved Bravata, second Harrison to approve low bid for asphalt and the bid for the concrete for water tower entrance improvements Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION: APPROVE INSTALLATION OF DEHUMIDI­ FIER AT SOUTH WATER PLANT BY ALLIED MECHANI­ CAL: Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to approve installation of dehumidifier at south water plant by Allied Mechanical. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION: APPROVE BUD­ GET AMENDMENTS AS PRE­ SENTED 8/14 FOR S. TWP. WATER AND M-37 SEWER: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve budget amendments as presented on 8/14/02 for South Township water and M-37 sewer. Ayes: All MOTION CAR­ RIED. MOTION: CHANGE ORDER TO DATE: CONTRACTS 1, 2 & 3: Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to change order to date for contracts 1, 2, and 3. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION: APPROVE RESO­ LUTION FOR TOWNSHIP SHARE BONDS AS PRESENT­ ED 8/14: Jim White discussed resolution. Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Bravata to approve resolu­ tion of intent to make public improvements for Township Share Bonds with an amend­ ment including 2a - add be pre­ sented to the Township Board Ayes: Cardwell, Snyder. Nay: Harnson, Bravata. Bujak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. 1st Read - ORDINANCE #025Z - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDI­ NANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA SCOTSMOOR SITE CONDO­ MINIUM PUD: Gene Spenski discussed the Scotsmoor PUD and dram concerns that have been corrected Darrell Pennfota. Village President, dis­ cussed traffic and safety con­ cerns with the PUD Fred Fleischmann, 9033 Foeke Dr., discussed he concerns with the road and the drainage Jack Fitzsimmons. 683 Johnson d*cussed his concerns of the drainage issue having not been resolved Rich Ovemvre 8010 84th St. discussed dram issues r egardmg the job « not yet com­ plete but work is being done with Roger Lanunga Kent County Dram Commissioner (kang mspectxms Not consid­ ered as a first read SIGN FOR VILLAGE OF ALASKA - RYAN FLEIS­ CHMANN: Ryan Fleischmann discussed his Eagle Scout pro­ ject Ryan wiB bnng back a new size for the sign CEMETERY BIDS - TREE REMOVAL/TRIMMING: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the t>d from Absoute Tree Service for the tree removalrtnmmmg of the Cale­ donia Township Cemetenes and also remove the brush p4e in the Alaska Cemetery Ayes An MOTION CARRIED. Bravata pubkeiy apologized for a com­ ment he made regarding terns m the cemetery LIBRARY PRESENTATION: Enc Longman. Pamela VanderFtoeg and Jane Heiss gave a presentation regarding the library sites SERVER: Snyder discussed tne need to wait for a little more information. Bravata discussed a technology group INSURANCE SEWER BACK-UP: Moved Cardwell second Bujak to not pursue the recommended insurance Eric Longman commented on insur­ ance. Ayes Harrison, Cardwell. Bravata. and Bujak Nay Robertson. Snyder MOTION CARRIED. INSURANCE - HEALTH: Moved Robertson, second Snyder to approve switching insurance companies to American Medical Securities Ayes: Hamson. Snyder. Bujak and Robertson Nays Cardwell and Bravata MOTION CAR­ RIED. REQUEST FOR FINAL APPROVAL • WHITNEYWOOD SITE CONDOMINIUMS: Don Degroot of Exxei and Bob Shearer, owner, discussed the site condominium Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve the final plan for the Whitneywood Site Condomini­ um Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. RESOLUTION TO ESTAB­ LISH TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX RATES FOR 2002: Moved Snyder second Harnson to adopt a resolution establishing Township Property tax rates for 2002 Ayes Harnson. Snyder, Cardwell Bravata and Bujak Nav Robertson. MOTION CAR­ RIED FIRE DEPARTMENT PER­ SONNEL: Bill Thornton expla ned 5 of the 6 candidates will be bred for the position of Fire Fighter ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIS­ TANT: Moved Hamson, second Bravata to post the opening m the Grand Rapids Press on Sunday Ayes Harnson. Bra­ vata, Bujak. and Robertson Nay Cardwell. Snyder MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Bravata to appoint the Assessor, the Manager and the Supervisor to the Search Committee Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Sny der thanked election workers. Brian Berens and De Palmer for their help thanked Blimpies for their discount on sandwiches tor the election workers lunch and was discouraged by the cooper ation of Nextel to allow the use of phones tor a day Robertson discussed his disappointment with the neighbors around the Blue s Festival not being noli hed Bujak would like an update regarding the PMR s PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Jack Fitzsimmons discussed the drainage issue regarding Scotsmoor m hopes the Board takes the issue seri­ ously Ed Fischer of 7768 Alaska commented on his happiness regarding the B'ue s Festival ADJOURNMENT: Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adjourn. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (306) CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENT INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learning and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help* The Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a developmental screen­ ing for preschool aged children to identify those who may benefit from early educa­ tional intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment. The screening will take place Friday, September 13, 2002 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service. (The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) /4RP PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Ptease be adwsed toe VAage of Middtevde Planning Commission wA hold a pubtec hearing on Tuesday September 3.2002. at 7p m r VAage Offices. 100 East Man Sfieet. MiddtevSe Mtoh The pur pose of toe pubtec hearing s to consider an amendment to toe Carveto VAage Planned Unit Development (PUD) Sue Plan The amended plan proposes to expand toe existing faerfrty to the west and ^corporate apartments lor etderty persons The property on which toe taafcty s located s commonly known as 690 West Main Skeet Mtodtevtfte (parcel idenfificafion number 06-41-075-00310) The PUD amendment apptecafion and site pian may be examined 9 am -5 p m Monday Friday at the VAage Offices Any interested person may attend toe pubtec hearing or write to toe VAage Plamng Commission at toe address noted above Persons with special access or heanng needs may contact VAage Offices poor to toe heanng seek mg appropriate accommodation Eldon Newmyer, Chairman Village Planning Commission 306 �The Sun and News. MtOcWeville MV August 27. 2OO2.Page 17 Zoning ordinance reviews draw little comment bv Ruth Zacharv Staff Writer A public hearing Aug. 19 to review changes to five sections of the Caledonia zoning ordinance resulted in no comment, except on the section on Planned Unit De­ velopments (PUDs). The Caledonia Planning Commission has worked for months, often meeting weekly, to bring the ordi­ nance sections into agree­ ment with the master plan, which was passed more than a year ago. Consultant Ken­ neth Dettloff from Kalama­ zoo was hired to provide guidance and Township At­ torney Jim Brown has re­ viewed each section to meet legal requirements. The two were present to comment and answer questions. Dettloff said there were not many changes from the old PUD ordinance. A bonus density would be added if the township is to realize a substantial recognizable benefit. If the developer agrees to participate in the construction of a road, or provides open space beyond the minimum to preserve natural features, for in­ stance, it could result in al­ lowing a bonus density. A difference in the new ordinance would be to des­ ignate 20 percent open space or a percentage of the whole, whereas the previous language required minimum square footages of open space. It previously required 350 square feet of open space per lot with a mini­ mum of 30,000 per square feet. Dettloff said natural fea­ tures of the site would be in­ cluded Open space is to be woven into the community. The purpose of green space areas is to be useful to the residents in the develop­ ment, and not to merely cre­ ate a green belt around the perimeter of the PUD. Yards and green belts are not in­ cluded in the open space, Dettloff said. Preservation of ponds on the property could be included in open space calculations, but not necessarily if used for stormwater detention. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner explained that the ordinance includes areas without struc­ tures in the site, and ex­ cludes. "public or private streets, rights of way and lands within the required buffer zones." Commissioner Wally Bujak said the developers might actually benefit from the change to a percentage instead of the formula using square footages to calculate open space. Commissioner Don Koopmans also said he believed the 20 percent was more generous than the pre­ and expensive process to al­ new revisions on to the were utilities. vious method. The ordinance on Planned ter all previously established Township Board. One new feature of the or­ Brown explained that Unit Developments would 30 plus PUDs in the town­ dinance would be a check once the recommendations not affect industrially zoned ship. list of information required The other sections opened on the ordinances are made on the PUD plan or site areas, or light industrial plan. Dettloff explained. zones. Dettloff said there ba­ for public hearing, but to the board, the board will Another change is mixed sically were no changes in which received no comment have two readings of each section. This process will uses would not be allowed requirements for those were: • Signs. take a month or so, and if in the agricultural or rural zones. • Open Space develop­ approved, after publication residential zone. Open space Bujak said another major ments. of the ordinance, the law provisions would allow clus­ issue in the new PUD sec­ • Non-conforming build­ goes into effect in about tering in residential devel­ tion was a decision not to ings and structures. seven days afterward. opments in those zones. change the type of PUD • Home occupations and Jim Steketee. Paul Emer­ from the established one, in son and Richard Jones had spite of the suggestions of home based businesses. Call 945-9554 Commissioners said they questions about the changes the consultant to do so. Changing the approach would consider the com­ in the PUD ordinance. for classifieds would have meant a long ments before sending the Steketee objected to the exclusion of the multi-use approach in the ordinance for the ag and rural residen­ tial zones. He also asked for flexibil­ ity on the percentages of open space. Another request was to reconsider increasing hous­ ing densities where "We have the facilities in Caledo­ nia." 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Justin VanSpronsen. Kyle Fletke, and Chet Berkimer. In the sec­ ond row are Randy Tobias. Andy Fisher, Blake Carter, Nick Otto. Josh Wolter, Matt Potter, John Herring, Andrew Reeder and Mark Rolison. In the third row are Joe Mancuso, Steve Allen, Bill Huff, Ben Biek, Scott VanderWoude, Phil Corson, Kyle Farns, Scott Brooks. Damn Tape, and Bryan Winchester. In the fourth row are Jordon Hartley, Chris Rupp, Paul Garrett. Mike Yarger. Shane Shepard. James Curtiss, Josh Eldridge, Kurt Bray and Nate Kyes. In the fifth row are man­ ager Don Hall, Coach Mark Uyl, Coach Skip Pranger, Head coach Tim Penfield, Coach Pat Marsman, Coach Tom Ellinger and Coach Dan Erb. A year after reaching the Division III regional finals, “athleticism and speed” will carry the Trojans, according to coach Tim Penfield, who is beginning his sixth season as head coach. An experi­ enced and talented backfield won’t hurt either. Senior Chad Baragar re­ turns for his third season as TK’s quarterback. Baragar also will play free safety on the Trojan defense. Running the traditional Trojan option, Baragar will be looking to get the football to juniors Kyle Farris and Scott Brooks, regional 400metcr sprint champion last spring, who return at the starting running back posi­ tions. Both will also see time at linebacker. The Trojans also return three-fifths of last year's starting offensive line. The line will be anchored by sen­ ior Alec Belson, another three-year starter and an all­ conference selection from last season. When Belson looks to his right he’ll see the teammates who started in the trenches with him last season, seniors, guard Bryan Winchester and tackle Steve Johnson. GOOD LUCK TK Freshman Football and all fall sport athletes! Expect to sec senior Joe Guy join them on the O-line. Penfield said he is im­ pressed with the hard work Guy put in at the weight room this offseason. The talented trio of Bara­ gar, Brooks and Farris in the backfield will be joined at times by the kicker. Junior Darrin Tape was an out­ standing speedster running the ball for the JV squad be­ fore he was called up to kick for the varsity in the final two games of the regular season and for the Trojans’ playoff run. Senior Ryan Adams is back at linebacker, where he led the Trojans in tackles last season. Adams also will try to fill some of the hole left at tight end by gradua­ tion. Blake Carter is another player who will see time at tight end, as well as action on the defensive line. Other seniors include Joe Brown at linebacker and Justin VanSpronsen at de­ fensive back. The Trojans will jump right into the line of fire this season. They begin by host­ ing traditional rivals Wayland Friday. Aug. 30, and GEUKES MARKET S00 High St.. Middleville 120 E. Main. 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From left in the front row are Katie Terry, Andrea Sypniewski, Ashley Getty, Amanda VandenBosch and Jessica Stark. In the second row are Amy Tinker. Holly Klunder, Megan McGillicuddy, Jessica Julius, Sarah Wolf, Gina Niemchick and assis­ tant coach Wendy McGillicuddy. In the third row are Leah VanHouten. Allison Sager, Sunday Matousek, Alicia Buchanan, Tuesday Howell, Karla Mellen and Emily Granger. Sitting in the back row are Chelsea Strumberger, Nicole Crisher, Rachael Steorts, Kaylah Russell, Emily Nyland, Tessa Ramp, Brittany Urbane and Heidi Warner 795-1670 317 Arlington, Middleville son. Two key seniors are re­ turning to the frontline 6-1 senior center Stacy Vander Werp and 5-8 senior for­ ward Megan Dutcher. The pair will be fighting oppo­ nents for rebounds and points in the paint this fall. Team chemistry will also be an important asset to the team this year, and Uyl TK girls swim team ready 795 3767 Paid & Mary PHIL’S PIZZERIA traveling to Caledonia to take on the Scots Sept. 6. The game with Wayland will be a rematch of last year’s district finals that at­ tracted perhaps the largest crowd in local gridiron his­ tory. It doesn’t get any easier from there. Their next four games will be against the class of the O-K Blue, By­ ron Center, Belding, Hamil­ ton and Coopersville. Coopersville won the con­ ference championship last season (its third straight), followed by Hamilton. Beld­ ing and the Trojans tied for third, both posting 4-3 con­ ference marks. Penfield expects the con­ ference to be very strong this season, with the same teams to be fighting it out at the top of the conference again. The O-K Blue sent “four teams to the playoffs last season, and three of those made it to regional fi­ nals.” Coach Penfield believes the Trojans’ goals this sea­ son should be fighting to win the O-K Blue, and then making another run in the playoffs. The girts are exerted about the challenges of this year s opponents. From left in the front row are Whitney Robertson. Chanda Brice. Janine Dykstra. Ashley Aspinall, Megan Steffen and Kristin Seaman In the back row are coach Allison Schnei der. Jessica Flaska, Brittany Stover. Megan Dutcher. Stacey VanderWerp. Ryan Lavich, Stephanie Scott, Tiffany Thaler and Coach Marcy Uyl 2950 W.M 179. Hastings MIDDLE VILLA INN 461 IN. Middleville RdMiddleville 795 3640 AMAZING PET GROOMING USE. Main StMiddleville GOOD LUCK TK FALL SPORTS ATHLETES Patricia Johns Sun & News GAVIN Chevrolet • Buick Pontiac • GEO 938 Middleville Rd., Middleville �The Sun and News Mtddleville Ml August 27 2002/Page 19 Trojan boys’ soccer team has many new faces on ‘02 roster The season has already begun for the TK tennis team. Pictured from left in the front row are Mehsa Potts. Rachel Clinton, Kara Hutchens. Mallory Dobson, and Amber Steorts. In the middle row are Jennifer Burks, Bethany Steorts, Emily Por­ ter. Michelle Raetz. Leeanne Lantmga and Pauline Galle. In the back row are Jena Jones. Sarah Johnson. Cary Middlebush, Tiffany Tietz, Molly Jaswinski and Coach Seger. TK girls’ tennis season already in full swing Coach Larry Seger's Thornapple Kellogg girls' tennis team returns its top two singles players, but must replace five of the re­ maining twelve starters. Kara Hutchens and Cary Middlebush are battling to earn the first singles posi­ tion. Hutchens played first last season and Middlebush played second. After that Seger says there are some big shoes to fill at the third and fourth singles positions. Mallory Dobson could see time at one of those spots. So could senior Melisa Potts who is part of the team for the first time. Seger calls Jena Janes “a nice suprise.’’ She was half of the Trojans first doubles pair last season. Jens Burks. Leanne Lantinga. Sarah Johnson, and Michelle Raetz all played doubles last season. The team will be looking for “good chemistry” between doubles partners at the start of this season. Freshman Molly Lazwinski, “a pretty solid player” according to Seger, should fit in somewhere in the lineup. Tiffany Tietz, Rachel Clinton. Emily Potter, and identical twin sisters Amber and Bethany Steorts will all challenge for spots. Seger expects the season to be fun and likes the team’s work ethic. He said he has seen the team “im­ prove pretty fast” so far this year. The team finished last season 6-4-1 with a 5-2-1 re­ cord in the O-K Rainbow Conference. Perennial power Calvin Christian won the conference last year and Seger expects them to be at the top again. The Trojans hosted Hast­ ings, Lakewood, and Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills yester­ day (Aug. 26) at the TK In­ vitational. They travel to Coopersville Aug. 28 and host Cedar Springs Aug. 29. Trojan golfers take first at Blue Devil tournament The Thornapple Kellogg varsity golf team Wednes­ day won- the the 20-team Blue Devil tournament at Gull Lakeview Golf Course near Richland. “There was a very tal­ ented field of team vying for top honors,” said coach Tom Fletke. The TK boys had an exceptional day. shooting a team score of 313 on the very difficult west course.” Chase VandenBerg fired a 75 to place second overall among the 100 golfers Bobby Roush shot a 77 to place sixth, Dan Burbank 79, Brett Knight 82 and Josh Enyart 84. On Tuesday, Sept. 20, the TK golfers went to play in the Cardinal Invitational at the Coldwater Country Club. “This was a very tough tournament, with many of the Division 1 and II power­ houses from across the state,” Fletke said. Middleville shot a fine round of 314 to place fourth among the 20-team field. Bobby Roush led the TK unit with a 74 that placed him sixth overall. Dan Bur­ bank continued with his consistent play, carding a 78. Chase VandenBerg shot 80, Tyler Wenger 82 and Josh Enyart 88 to round out the scoring for TK. Melding their energy into an exciting team has been fun for this year s soccer players. In the front row are from left Edwin Cubas. Joe VanSpronsen. Casey Aubil, Jarod Smith, Pat McKeown, and Phil VanSpronsen In the center are Felipe Bahiana, Michael McKeown, Josh Bowerman. Eric Smith. Alex Chavez. Carl Frey and Dave McAllister. In the back row are coach Todd McCrumb. Dayne Fletke. Dan Texter, Marvin Nunez, Kyle Holst. Marco Antonio Sanchez. Mark Mejeur and Kyle McClure. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The dividends from start­ ing a freshman soccer team four years ago are being re­ alized in Middleville, as more teams means more playing time, and more play­ ing time means more experi­ enced players joining the varsity each fall. The Trojans are a young squad this season, only two senior starters return and they have a first-year head coach. New coach Todd McCrumb said he is anxious to see the team working to­ gether, but doesn’t think it will be too big a problem considering that with only the two returning starters, most of the players were to­ gether on junior varsity last season. They’ve been put­ ting in a pretty good show­ ing so far this preseason. Eric Smith, the team's leading goal scorer from last fall, and Pat McKeown at the defensive stopper posi­ tion are the only two senior holdovers from the 2001 squad that captured TK's second straight O-K Blue Conference championship. Carl Frey, a junior defen­ seman, and sophomore Jared Smith, taking up the position between the goal posts, are key additions to this sea­ son’s team. To go along with the Smiths and the McKeowns is a little bit of Central American flavor. Edwin Ca­ bos. Marcos Sanchez and Marvin Nunez from Hondu­ ras and Alex Chavez from Guatemala all have been adopted into the Middleville community and make the move up to varsity after playing for the jayvecs last year. McCrumb expects Nunez to be an important part of the Trojans mid­ field play this season The Trojans opened the season Aug. 24 by hosting Greenville, Grand Rap«ds Baptist, and defending champs Plainwell at the TK Invitational. The Trojans have a couple of big nonconfcrencc matches this week with South Christian Aug. 27^nd Caledonia Aug. 29. Volleyball fun in Middleville ends Aug. 29 The summer co-ed volley­ ball league will conclude the its sand season on Thursday, Aug. 29, at Spring Park in Middleville. This league was spon­ sored by the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. The team made up of Jake Bennett, Kathy Sherman, Sheila Morway, George Replogle and Mike Moore emerged as league champions. The four-on-four matches were well attended and the competition was friendly during the summer. The teams steadily upped their level of play, making win­ ning harder each match. For those who just want to participate in one day vol­ leyball action, the Heritage Day Volleyball tournament is always fun. Teams can choose either sand or mud volleyball for just $40 a team. The tournament is held on Saturday, Sept. 7 just south of Page Elemen­ tary school. For more information, call Christine Irwin at 7954564. STATE FARM INS. CO. HASTINGS CITY BANK Registration is now under way for the fall co-ed vol­ leyball league for adults again sponsored by the TAPRC. The indoor teams play with six members and matches start in mid-Scptember. The cost is $50 per team. Matches will be held on Thursday evenings in cither the TK Middle Schixil or McFall gym. Call Thornap­ ple Area Parks and Rec pro­ gram director Mike Bremer at 795-8853 for more infor­ mation or to register a team. GREG’S GET IT-N-GO WESTEN'S CARPET TIRES 2000 509 Arlington St., Middleville 210 E. Main. Middleville 500 .Arlington St., Middleville Lon LeFanty, Agent 403 W. Main. Middleville 435 Arlington, Middleville Herefor you since 1886 795 8903 795 3000 795-3550 795 7925 or ... .2181Q932 _ 795-3338 795 9321 BENDER AUTO BODY, INC. WEST MI. FIREPLACE & HEARTH VILLAGE AUTO SALES AFTER EFFECTS HAIR STUDIO HARMONY DANCE SOURCE MIDDLEVILLE SUN & NEWS 4611 N.M-37 Hwy.. Middleville USE. MainSL, Middleville 795 0053 795-4895 112 Water, Middleville 401 S. Broadway. Middleville 795 9438 795-3536 401. Broadway, Middleville 795 3232 DAN VALLEY EXCAVATING 987 Grand Rapids St., Middleville 1351 N.M 43 Hwy.. Hastings 945 9554 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/August 27. 2002 Trojan girls seeks 4th straight state cross country crown The Thornapple Kellogg girls’ cross country team will be chasing its fourth consecutive Division II state title this season. Coach Tammy Benjamin returns for her tenth season this fall with a “very tal­ ented group of runners" that will also be going for Mid­ dleville’s seventh O-K Blue league title in the past ten seasons. Ixd by senior captain Elise Nyland, the Trojans bring back seven all-confer­ ence and honorable mention runners. Other key returnees include junior Jessica Stortz and sophomores Natalie Hoag and Kaleigh Page. Honorable mention runner Stephanie Simon, a senior, also is back. Senior Nick Tomson and teammates Chris Harkness. Alex Robinson. Keith Fuleki and Kyle Brady return from last year s team. According to Benjamin, these returning runners and newcomers Matt Miller and Peter Gerrits, “will have to step up to close the gaps left from graduation, to chal­ lenge for their second Blue title." The Trojan boys’ and girls’ teams took part in the Wayland Invitational last Saturday and will be in ac­ tion in the Kelloggsville In­ vitational tonight (Tuesday, Aug. 27) at Brewer Park, and then face off against Caledonia and Lowell Thursday, Aug. 29. at the Caledonia Invitational. These girls and a host of returning and first year run­ ners will be working to fill the shoes left by the gradua­ tion of three-time All-State selection Melissa Quisenberry. and three-time all­ conference runner Christine Dood. Meanwhile, the TK boys will be looking to defend their first ever O-K Blue ti­ tle. Benjamin has a talented group of runners returning, but sees very little depth on this year’s squad. Senior captain Tim Brog. O-K Blue individual cham­ pion a year ago. is back after his second season as an indi­ vidual state qualifier and earning his third all-confer­ ence award. The Middleville girls' cross country team (from left, back row) Sara Jansens. Ashley Richards. Andrea Otto. Couyrtney VanEck, Theresa Miller. Emily Quisenberry, (middle row) Jessika Reil, Kayiee Wilke. Jessica Stortz. Aubrey Raymond, Kelli Zoet. Natalie Hoag. Elise Nyland. Stephanie Simon, (front row) Kaletgh Page. Kersta Gustafson. Jayne Kennicott, Chaney Robinson and Sarah Hawkins. •MnMMiMiRiMmnMNMRHmmHiHRRnMRMRNRMERNRMMRRMEMRRBMRRRRRRRRMMNmMMRRRERNMRMMBiMi ATTENTION, SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS! 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In the second row are Amanda Golden, Danielle Beitfuss, Andrea Beilfuss and Sadie Bower In the next row are Lind­ sey Wisniewski, Brrttany Nicholson, Thom Dettmann Amanda Fisk and Rebecca Dufresne Standing are Corrina Leski, Tisha Smith, Katie Dorland, Ashley Dunn, Julie Bergakket and Jami Case Now ZO Full Service Paint & Wallpaper Shop Sales, Rental, Custom Tinting Service • Service • Service 227 E MAIN ST • CALEDONIA Ml 49316 616-891-9171 Hours. Monday - Friday 7 - 6, Saturday 8 ■ 1 Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place pour ad today. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/August 27. 2002/Page 21 Scot girls’ harriers win East Grand Rapids Invitational Caledonia’s girls’ cross­ country team got off to a good start last Thursday by winning the East Grand Rapids Invitational with 36 total points, four points bet­ ter than runner-up East Grand Rapids The boys’ team, mean­ while, took third with 79 points in coach Russ Ger­ ber’s debut. East Grand Rapids won the boys’ race and Grand Rapids Northview finished second. Junior Tricia Miedema finished in second place in­ dividually for the Scot girls. Miedema was a little down after the race, accord­ ing to coach Ellen Dykstra Wilcox. “She’s gotten used to winning a lot.” Senior Becca Busfield also put in a strong perform­ ance. finishing in fourth place. Classmate Katie Ryan was right behind Bus­ field in fifth Another returning senior. Kristina McCleve. finished in 11th. Stefanie Maxim sur­ prised Wilcox with her 14th place finish. Maxim was in­ jured for most of last season. The coach said it was good to see her running so well. Wilcox said he was happy with the Scots’ overall per­ formance. She said she ex­ pected the team to be a little tired, because they’d been working so hard this week in practice, including running relays with the Grand Rap­ ids Track Club. For the boys’ squad, sen­ ior Patrick Spitzley led the way with a time of 19:19 and Jon Hekman was 14th in 19:53. Drew O'Malley was 16th in 20:05, Patrick O’Connor was 18th in 20:15 and Joe Faurena placed 21st in 20:29. Freshman John Goebel took fourth place in the boys’ junior varsity race with a time of 20:03. “They ran pretty good for their first meet,” said Ger­ ber, who noted that the course was muddy. The Scots will be host to Coopersville and East Grand Rapids this afternoon (Aug. 27), and then host Lowell and Thornapple Kellogg Thursday, Aug. 29. Heritage Days three-on-three cage tourney set for Sept. 7 A threc-on-threc basket­ ball tournament will be held from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sat­ urday, Sept. 7, at Page Ele­ mentary School during Heri- tage Days in Middleville. The tourney, sponsored by the First Baptist Church Youth Group, is open to age divisions 11-14, 15-18 and Horseshoe tournament part of Heritage Day Thc south side of the Page Elementary School will be the site of the first Heritage Day Horseshoe Tournament, sponsored by the Thornap­ ple Area Parks and Recrea­ tion Commission, on Satur­ day morning, Sept. 7. Program director Mike Bremer says, "The shoes will start flying immediately after the parade at 11 a.m." This tournament is set up so that each member of the two-person teams will throw 60 shoes in three sets of 20 against three other teams. The team with the highest point total will be declared champion and trophies will be awarded. The cost is $10 per team for all this "horsing around." Bremer says shoes for ♦hrowing will be provided or teams can bring their own. 19 and over. Participants may pick up information and forms at the Middleville Market Place or the First Baptist Church of Middleville. 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According to local MILD Cup representative Herb Welz, “more than 1300 play­ ers and coaches are expected to participate." Teams will play on 12 fields. So far 80 teams from Michigan have signed up. The Middleville and Hast­ ings areas will be repre­ sented on teams as well. Organizers expect more than 6,000 spectators. Vendors will be selling soccer gear. T-shirts and lots of food. There will also be many soccer displays. Welz says, “Please attend this event to support soccer in West Michigan." For information about the MILD Cup call the Soccer Spot at 616-464-1000. Information is also avail­ able at www.miidcup.com. Thanks to you Barry County... Our Service is a Full House specializing in... 816 boys 1st thru 12th Custom Homes, Additions & Remodeling grade and boys and girls 14-21 were abie to participate in Boy Scouts and Venturing programs Ask about special pricing for houses started 2002! Contact Todd United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community 616-915-4943 • 616-945-9810 Licensed & Insured �Page 22/Tbe Sun and News. MkJdkMte. MVAugust 27. 2002 Trojan girls finish in unfamiliar second place by David T. Young ' Editor The gauntlet has been thrown down for the Mid­ dleville girls’ cross country team. For the first time in four years, they will be chasing someone else to claim the right to be No. 1. Lowell pulled off the rare feat of besting coach Tammy Benjamin’s three­ time defending state cham­ pions by outrunning them Saturday morning in the Wayland Invitational. The Red Arrows scored 32 team points to win the 14-team field while Middleville set­ tled for runner-up for only the second time in since 1998 with a team total of 50. “We didn't run very well today,” acknowledged Ben­ jamin “But we’ll see Lowell three more times later this year ” She added that perhaps this should serve as a great motivator for her team this Tim Brog gets off to a good start in the race, eventually finishing in the runner-up slot. Aubrey Raymond was a pleasant surprise in her first race. fall. It’s not like this was really that much of a shock. Lowell lat last October was PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK DON S DOZING 616 795 7830 estimates ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • tTUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT ERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE, HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS runner-up in the Division II regional meet at the Red Ar­ rows’ home course. The only other time the Trojans have had to play second fiddle in any meet was at their own Yankee Springs Invitational almost a year ago. when Forest Hills Northern bested them. How­ ever. Northern is a Division I school. Lowell poses a very real and serious threat to Middleville’s quest for a fourth consecutive Division II state championship. Lowell won four of the top five slots Saturday morning, with Jessica Stortz 99 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 Quad cab SLT Lariat, one owner, p/w. p/1, CD, 5.9 V-8, auto.. 75.000 miles 16,995 99 GRAND CARAVAN SB - 42k, loaded '<2,995 99 CHEVY SUBURBAN IT 4X4 - 60k, dual a/c.............................. '<8,995 96 CHIVY SUBURBAN 2500 4X4 '<5,500 99 CHIVY S-10 66k................................................. 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Call 945-9554 today '7,595 '5.595 '<6,995 '5,295 ’<995 '7,995 '6,595 An Invitation, to see and feel the warmth of Vermont Castings’ stoves and fireplaces! '7,995 85k -fan Brad Goldsworthy 52nd in 20:51. Kris Oglesbee 53rd in 20:52. Tom Sigler 56th in 20:57 and Josh Barnes 76th in 22:04 A total of 97 runners competed in the boys’ race. Middleville won the jun­ ior varsity meet in impres­ sive style with 17 team points. Kelli Zoet, Krista Gustafson. Sarah Hawkins and Kaylee Wilke swept the first four places and Jayne Kennicott finished seventh. Wayland won the boys’ junior varsity race. Mid­ dleville did not finish with enough runners, but Lars Gustafson took 10th and Kyle Bradley 22nd. '8,995 '9W0 99k................. breaking into that elite com­ last year. Middleville, however, pany by finishing second in placed seventh among the 21:38. 14 boys’ teams with an Junior Aubrey Raymond had a wildly successful de­ overall score of 178. Alle­ gan won with 59. Wyoming but. finishing second for the Trojans and eighth overall Park was second with 80. with a time of 22:20. followed by Lawton with Rounding Thornapple Kel­ 104. Lowell 117. Niles 142 logg’s scoring were Elise and Wayland 149. The Del­ Nyiand 12th in 22:32, ton-Kellogg boys’ team took 11th with 259 Chaney Robinson 13th in Finishing behind Brog for 22:42 and Kaleigh Page 15th in 22:50. Natalie Hoag Middleville were Chris Harkness. 27th in 19:26; finished 17th in 23:09. Lowell’s fifth runner was Nick Tomson. 28th in 19:27; 19th in 23:20. Its medalist, Alex Robinson. 47th in Lisa Wojciakowski, finished 20:26; and Matt Miller, 74th the slow and nasty Wayland in 21:51. For Delton. Evan Wil­ course in 21:30. eight sec­ liams was 22nd in 18:52. onds ahead of Stortz. Plainwell took third be­ hind Lowell and Mid­ dleville. a freshman-domi­ nated Wayland team was fourth with 108 and Delton Kellogg was fifth with 108. Veteran Monique Hoyle led Delton with a sixth-place finish in 22:08, Katie Johncock was 11th in 22:25, Whitney Knollenberg 27th in 24:11, Marissa Ingle 38th in 25:41 and Stephanie Wal­ lace 56th in 33:14. The big news for the boys’ race was the solid per­ formance from senior Trojan Tim Brog, who was runnerup with a time of 17:18, 10 seconds behind O-K Gold favorite Mark VanderMeer of Wyoming Park. Brog fin­ ished 44 seconds ahead of Wayland’s Robby Young, a Division II all-state runner '2.695 World's Cleanest '2.195 Wood Stove '995 Shocks, Struts, : Brakes, Water Pump,: : Starters, Alternators ; Computer Diagnostics \Just to name a few! •Wood & Gas Burning Stoved • Fireplaces - Gas Logs I • Value at Fair Prices Quality Products • We Install • Contractors Welcome Gerard Henvnes • Max L Oliver - Over 25 Years Experience in the Hearth Industry 401 S. Broadway (M-37) • 795-3536 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/August 27. 2002'Page 23 Troop 105 welcomes two new Eagle Scouts by Patricia Johns . Staff Writer The culmination of months of hard work finally came for Joseph Wangerow and Randy Benedict of Mid­ dleville Boy Scout Troop 105. In August the troop hosted a Court of Honor ceremony for the two scouts. Benedict did his Eagle Scout project at Thornapplc Manor by building a gazebo. Wangcrow worked on benches, signs and mile markers for the Middleville section of the Paul Henry Trail. Making this ceremony even more remarkable was the participation of other Ea­ gle Scouts. Bob Bishop and Dan Brinks who received their Eagle Scout recogni­ tion in 1999 and Ben McDuffee who became an Eagle Scout in 2000 spoke during the ceremony. McDuffee even gave Benedict and Wangerow an inside look at their lives will be like after they have achieved Eagle Scout rank. He encouraged them to strive harder and to continue to work for the community. Ann Baughman who spoke of her experience as the mother of two Eagle Scouts from troop 105 and as a scouting professional, praised the two new Eagle Scouts for sticking to their goals. Troop 105 has nurtured 10 Eagle Scouts since 1985 Pictured here are four of the newest. From Left are Dan Brinks. Randy Benedict. Joe Wangerow and Ben McDuffee. New Eagle Scouts Randy Benedict and Joe Wangerow attended a court of honor this August Also participating in the Court of Honor were mem­ bers of the Troop, former Scoutmaster Gerald Stein, assistant scout master Laune Brinks, and Troop 105 scoutmasters Sandy O’Dell and Tom Lenartz. In addition to the Eagle Scouts named above Troop 105 has been fortunate to have others reach that level in scouting. Rob Woodard in 1985, Glenn Woodard in 1988, Chip Baughman in 1987 and Brian Baughman in 1997 and Jason Siebesma in 1997 are other Eagle Scouts from Troop 105. Yankee Springs park group meets today The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Park Com­ mittee is Tuesday. August 27 at7 p.m at the Yankee Springs township hall. The committee would like to hear from volunteers willing to help spread mulch on the walking trail, help landscape or work on the committee. Private Roads, Parking Lots Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 4518 Division 616-877-4435_______________ Wayland. Ml 49348 Grand Rapids teenager dies in single-car crash A 17-year-old Grand Rapids girl died early Monday, Aug. 26 when the 1992 Dodge Shadow she was driving west on Parmalee Road near Stimpson Road crossed the centerline and struck a utility pole on the Over Nour Head hi Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia south side of the road, ac­ cording to a report by the Barry County Sheriff’s Of­ fice. Sheriff Steve DeBoer re­ ports that the victim, Han­ nah Lee Vanderlinden, was wearing a seat belt and that alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the cause of the 6:11 a.m. crash. DeBoer said several resi­ dents in the are are without power as a result of the crash as of press time Mon­ day morning. There were not witnesses and the accident remains un­ der investigation. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models The Heating Season is Just Around the Corner Call Today For Low, Low Pricing... DIAMOND PROPANE is a locally operated company reaching out to the communities we serve with honest, friendly and reliable service. Now Available: • Full Service Propane Filling Station • Many Propane Appliances “COME AND SEE OUR NEW SHOWROOM” All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville (269) 367-9700 or (866) 579-9993 301 E. Broadway, Woodland, MI 48897 �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/August 27 2002 Groundbreaking looks to the future for SS. Cyril and Methodius Church Bishop Murray congratulates the congregation Descendants of the founding families, clergy and building committee helped break ground for the new church. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer For 85 years Catholic residents and summer visi­ tors to the Gun Lake area have been served by the friendly SS Cyril and Methodius Church. This rural church was built in 1917 by 20 families who donated $100 each. Lumber was brought to the site by horse-drawn wagons One family who didn’t have the cash donated a cow. Before 1917, Catholic families had to travel to Hil­ lards to the St. Stanislaus Don’t be left out this fall... Join the Fall Bowling League Men’s • Women’s Mixed • Youth’s Call for details! Middle Villa Inn M-37 just north of Middleville 795-3640* 891-12*7 Parish in order to celebrate mass. Even once the church was built mass was only celebrated on every third Sunday by a priest from St. Stanislaus. In 1946 the first resident priest began cele­ brating services at the church That the founding fami­ lies continue to be important in the life of the church as was made clear Saturday, Aug. 24. as church members embarked on a new building project that will enlarge the church. Founding families represented Saturday in­ cluded the Panyreks, Kotrbas. Horvaths. Foltyns, Mlynarcheks and Dados. The goal of the committee is to maintain the friendly atmosphere of the church while providing a new wor­ ship space, classrooms and a hall for parish events. The church overflows outdoors in the summer with residents, visitors and camp­ ers even listening to the service over loud speakers. The 1917 church will be moved to become part of the new structure which will help keep the charm of the rural church. According to David Tripp, who organized the ground breaking, the fouryear effort has been wonder­ ful, with parishioners giving toward the building project. At the present time the par­ ish is less than $200,000 short of its $12 million goal for the first phase of the building project. This phase includes in­ creasing seats to 400, pro­ viding an area for 200 more seats for summer, a choir and music area, a baptismal area, a reconciliation room. Digging away Bishop Murray (center) and Father Gary (right) celebrated the ground breaking ceremony with prayers. a Eucharistic Reservation Chapel, Sacristy, spacious gathering area, kitchenette and handicap accessible restrooms. As funds become avail­ able the church will work on other needs. But the groundbreaking ceremony was a time of celebration. A time for the founding families to join with clergy and other lay people to look back and for­ ward in worship and praise. Father Gary and Bishop Murray from the Diocese of Kalamazoo offered prayers and praise for the hard work of the committees. Both Continued next page Clearly You Will See The Difference Quality Auto Glass 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service “There’s No Substitute for Quality” A Division Of------------------------------------------ - ED'S BODY SHOP ® OF CALEDONIA, INC Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE �The Sun and News. Middleville. MVAugust 27, 2002/Page 25 From previous page asked present day panshioners to emulate the service and sacrifice of the founding families. The bishop even reminded committee mem­ bers that if they attend enough meetings, they may­ be able to avoid spending any time in Purgatory Markku Allison and Bob Czerew of the Schemata ar­ chitectural firm said they are excited about the building they have designed. Gary Johnson of Johnson Con­ struction told the assembled crowd that the building should be complete by next summer. From its beginning before 1917. through years of growth and change to stand­ ing just on the edge of con­ struction the parish family at SS Cyril and Methodius are united and happy that the building that has served them so well will still be part of the future. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable OrganUation Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the • • evolving needs of the community. 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MtddieviHe, Ml/August 27. 2002 Screening for learning disabilities With the start of another school year approaching, students and their parents are busy preparing for suc­ cess in the classroom. A new year means new and exciting challenges for stu­ dents of ail ages. But for many students, the chal­ lenge of learning new skills and lessons simply causes anxiety. The news for mil­ lions of parents is that the hidden source of this anxi­ ety could be an undetected learning disability. A learning disability can affect a child's ability to read, write or speak clearly; impair math and problem­ solving skills; and can impede social skills. Unfortunately, because a learning disability is not a disease/ it cannot be "cured" and will likely last into adulthood. The good news is that early testing and evaluation can provide ways to better manage and control a learning disabili­ ties. KNOW THE TYPES OF LEARNING DISABILITIES Some of the more com­ mon learning disabilities are listed below, courtesy of National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). You may be famil­ iar with some of these terms already. * Dyslexia, perhaps the most commonly known, is primarily used to describe difficulty with language processing and its impact on reading, writing, and spelling. * Dysgraphia involves difficulty with writing. Problems might be seen in the actual motor patterns used in writing. Also char­ acteristic are difficulties with spelling and the for­ mulation of written compo­ sition. * Dyscalculia involves difficulty with math skills and impacts math compu­ tation. Memory of math facts, concepts of time, money, and musical con­ cepts can also be impacted. * Dyspraxia (Apraxia) is a difficulty with motor planning. It can impact upon a person's ability to coordinate appropriate body movements. * Auditory Discrimin­ ation is a key component of efficient language use, and is necessary to "break the code" for reading. It involves being able to per­ ceive the differences between speech sounds, and to sequence these sounds into meaningful words. * Visual Perception is critical to the reading and writing processes as it addresses the ability to notice important details and assign meaning to what is seen. An eye doctor may be able to diagnose difficulties. * Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADD/ADHD) may co­ occur with learning disabil­ ities (incidence estimates vary) Features can include: marked over-activity, distractibiiity, and/or impulsivity which in turn can interfere with an individ­ ual's availability to benefit from instruction. FAMOUS PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DIS­ ABILITIES * Albert Einstein. He did not speak until age 3. Even as an adult Einstein found that searching for words was laborious. He found school work, especially math, difficult and was unable to express himself in written language. He was thought to be simpleminded, until it was real­ ized that he was able to achieve by visualizing rather than by the use of language. His work on rela­ tivity; which revolutionized modem physics, was creat­ ed in his spare time. * Thomas Alva Edison: He was unable to read until he was twelve years old and his writing skills were poor throughout his life. * George Washington: He was unable to spell throughout his life and his grammar usage was very poor. His brother suggested that perhaps surveying in the backwoods might be an appropriate career for young George. * Tom Cruise: Is unable to read due to severe dyslexia. He is able to memorize lines and per­ form on the stage and screen. Others notables include: Galileo, Mozart, Wright Brothers, Leonardo da Vinci, Chee Bruce Jenner, Thomas Thoreau, Charles Schwab, Henry Winkler, Danny Glover, Walt Disney and John Lennon. If you suspect your child has a learning disability, you should speak to his or her teachers and school counselors, talk with other learning experts, and con­ sider a formal evaluation. It's important to remember that a thorough evaluation of your child's skills must be done by a professional. Local school systems often provide a test for free. Private or hospital clinic can also perform a test. If you suspect that your child has a learning problem, the sooner you act. the easier it will be for your child And that can relieve everyone's anxiety about the coming year. Tips offered for terminating or changing utility service Have you ever moved to a new residence or business location and months later receive an unexpected tele­ phone. electric, or natural gas bill in your name for ser­ vice at the old address? It could happen if you do not take several precautionary steps. What to do when having your utility service turned off: • Call your electric, natur­ al gas. local and long dis­ tance telephone companies and request termination of your service at a specific location on a specific date. Keep a record of the date, time, and person(s) you talked to at the company. Call at least several weeks before you move. • Request written verifica­ tion of your termination request. If you do not receive a confirmation notice within 15 days of your request, con­ tact the company again to confirm that the company will terminate service on the date requested. • Call the electric and nat­ ural gas companies and request a final reading of your meter(s) to make sure your final bill(s) is based on an actual, not estimated, meter reading. • Schedule a time to allow a utility representative to come into your home or business to obtain the final or actual usage reading from your electric and/or natural gas meter(s) if your meter(s) are inside your home or business. • Do not rely on others to take any utility service out of your name when you move. Remember, when terminat­ ing utility service, contact all companies that provide ser­ vice to you. What to do when chang­ ing service: • When moving, contact your local and long distance telephone companies and set up your accounts and calling plans for your new location. If you have a new line installed in an existing home or business, make sure the long distance service for the line is with the company you prefer and the rates corre­ spond to your calling plan. • If you switch long dis­ tance companies or calling plans, contact the new com pany within seven to ten days and verify that the change is in effect. If you have several phone lines in your home or business, con­ firm that the switch has been made on all lines. • If you switch to a local or long distance telephone company that you received service from in the past, make sure you receive the calling features and services you requested and that you are placed on the calling plan you prefer. • When returning to full service after long distance service has been blocked for nonpayment, contact your local and long distance com­ panies to make sure you are returned to your preferred long distance company and calling plan. • When establishing new natural gas or electric ser­ vice at a location where there was a previous resident or business, contact the serv­ ing companies and make sure a final meter read was made for the previous occu­ pant. • If you switch natural gas suppliers, you may have to enter into a long-term con­ tract with the new company. Make sure that discounts promoted in a company’s marketing presentation are included in the contact. Although you can return to service with your current natural gas company if you are not pleased with the alternative supplier you choose, some restrictions may apply. For example, you may be required to remain with a new supplier for a specified time period before switching to your previous supplier. Also, if you return to a previous supplier, you will be charged al the com­ pany’s current rate - not the rate in place at the time you left. For additional tips on util­ ity service issues and infor­ mation on other Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) Consumer Alert topics, visit the MPSC web­ site at http://cis.state.mi.us/ mpsc/exec sec/alerts. I he MPSC is an agency within the Department of Consumer &. Industry Services. MaxLife* i Transmission Fluid Did you know your transmission Service Service Tip of the Week'. Kendall Totan should be serviced! 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Alabaster lamps, old oak cupboard, dresser chairs, glider, dinette and dining sets, Johnson Bros Fruit Sampler, potter, selection, cups and saucers, micro­ wave, Treadle sewing ma­ chine, riding tractors, lawn mower, leaf vacuum, vac­ uums, drill press, piner, ta­ ble saw, tools, lots of house­ hold, garage and basement misc Sale by Old Friends & New (616)942-2875. GARAGE SALE AUG. 29th 4c 30th. M-37 4c Stimson Rd. Help Wanted CHILDCARE IN MY home Monday-Fnday, 2;3O-5pm. Responsible for getting a 10 year with Cerebral Palsy off the school bus as well as a 9 4c 12 year old, $6/hr. Call (616)891-5566 after 5pm. CUSTOMER SERVICE PAID WEEKLY, NO LAY­ OFFS 5500/WEEK TO START. Call (616)243-9131. Qualify for $1,000 produc­ tion bonus for September. 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(616)795-9055_____________ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All rv*l estate advertising in this news paper is subject tothe Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collective!) make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reii gion. sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination " Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living • ith parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowing!) accept any advertising for real estate which is m vioiatKin of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report ducnnumcnu cat! the Fart Housing Center at 6I6-4SI 2W> lhe HUD toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I ■•00 9279275 In Memoriam MEMORIAL TO THOMAS R. HAMILTON, STG2 USN who died and went to be with his Lord on September 2nd, 1991. One day you came, bom of love, sent to us by God above. We shared your life, your joys and tears for near­ ly 27 years. From boy to man your dreams we shared, in joy and love is all we cared Til that day your name did fall upon the roll that God did call. Although your life, spared not this day. Your memory and spirit we daily pray. Yes, your life from us God has taken. It was your trust in him that you are not forsaken. We feel your spirit in gentle breeze, through meadow, wild flowers and trees. Your memory in our hearts doth dwell, for here we are for just a spell. Our love in Christ relieves our pain, for soon together we will be again. One day you came, bom of love, sent to us by God above. Love, Dad 4t Mom, Rich 4c Brad, Shelley 4c Melissa, Sean, Dylan, lan and Shannon Hamilton. Jobs Wanted MIDDLEVILLE MOTHER of 2 would like to care for your children in my home. Please call (269)795-2981. Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies 4c Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish 4c Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia. (616)6981030. Open Mon -Fri., 9am5:30pm; Sat., 9am-2pm. LAWN FERTILIZATION AND weed control Free es­ timates. Cali Specialtv Lawn Care, (616)891-1981 Lost & Found LOST DOG: 2yr old Shiba Inu, light brown, looks like a fox, training collar still at­ tached, lost near 68th 4c Ka­ lamazoo. Reward if found. (616)698-2884 LOST: gray (616)795-7963 or 9562. Mobile Homes MOBILE HOME 14X70 Sky line 1990, 3 bedroom, bath, laundry room, kitchen, liv­ ing, appliances included Re­ frigerator, stove, dishwash­ er, washer/dryer, extras, carport, shed, central air, im­ mediate occupancy possible. Park location, Middleville, can be seen by appointment. Call (269)623-6999 or (616)760-0230 $15,000 firm. SAVE ON MASS Mailing costs when you want to reach a large audience, insert your brochure in one of our local publications. Call (616)945-9554. Pets BLOODHOUND PUPS: AKC registered, quality breeding, females $600, males $500. Herb (517)8529743 or (517)852-0456 or Todd (517)852-9290. LOOKING FOR a professio nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded 4c insured. Real Estate 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RANCH: full basement, 2 stall garage in Middleville, $94,900. Call Bob Myers, Greenridge, (616)974-4130. HOUSE FOR SALE: price reduced! 3 bedroom, raised ranch, fenced yard, close to schools, in Middleville. Call Dave (616)838-0502_______ LAKE MICHIGAN AC­ CESS: 2 acre wooded lots with pond, Whitehall/Montique, $40.000-$59.000. easy land contractor. 1-800-2634677____________________ MIDDLEVILLE: Immacu­ late updated 3 bedroom. 3 bath, walkout. Finished low­ er level, pole bam. 3.4 acres, $159,900. Call for appoint­ ment (616)795-7876. Open Sundays, l-3pm M-37 to Adams Rd (1 mile south of Middleville light) 9034 Adams Rd. Recreation SHORE MASTER alumi num Shore Station, 2600 pound boat lift, 109" wide, $1,250. Whirlpcxil heavy du ty super capacity 2 speed 8 cycle white washing ma­ chine, $175. Whirlpxil dryer, 3 cycle, 4 temp, gold, >75. 1982 Yamaha n50 Maxum. 25,000 miles, look* 4c runs gocxi, $1,000. Home enter­ tainment center, $75 China cabinet, $75 obo. Call (269)795-7623 after 5pm. “Education offers the greatest opportunity for really improving one generation over another. “ - W.K. Kellogg HOW ARE YOUR INVESTMENTS DOING? Markets go up, markets go down ... Perhaps the best investment, however, is the kind that you make in YOURSELF. STATE BANK OF CALE­ DONIA has two part time customer service (teller) openings. One positions is 10-20 hours a week, includ­ ing Saturdays. The other po­ sition is Saturday only. Cash handling experience and de­ pendability' required. Send resume (or fax to (616)8910335) to: Karen L Frank, 627 E. Main Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316.________________ This fall, KCCs Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings offers almost one hundred credit classes in a variety of subject areas: Business Management Criminal Justice Human Services Computers/ Office Applications Pre-Nursing/Allied Health Social Science Humanities General Education General Transfer (MACRAO-approved) THE STUDIO SALON is seeking a talented individual in hair styles to join the team. Must be outgoing, ex­ perience needed, flexible hours. Apply at The Studio Salon, 9954 Cherry Valley, Caledonia. (616)891-1272 laffadaS by Classes begin in late August and/or mid-September. Visit us online (www.kellogg.edu) or in person to obtain full schedules, tuition and fees, registration particulars and orientation dates for new students. Pagano's Restaurant and Banquet Center • Full Liquor License • Weekly Specials Sign Up and Receive Updated Specials by e-mail Cooking Classes M56 BroadnwxM SE • Caledonia MJ 49316 »H-0160 • »ri-O159 * Fax Poodle, (616)698^ BELLEVUE AREA $210,000. 12+/- acres, bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, 2-1/2 baths, im­ maculate home. Attached 2 car garage, pole bam, large deck, only 15 years young, sits back from road with a long paved driveway. Lots of wildlife, property has 2.5 to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room fix horses or whatever your pleasure might be! (2208929) Please call Bonnie Backhus, (616)623-2740 or Boris Real­ tors, (616)»y>-5612.________ ill Classes are filling - Don't delay! �Page 28/The Sun and News. Middlevile Ml/August 27. 2002 Caledonia now looking for new boys’ basketball coach by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The resignation of the Caledonia boys’ varsity bas­ ketball coach, the hiring of a new middle school principal and upcoming retirement of the transportation coordina­ tor highlighted personnel changes presented to the Caledonia Board of Educa­ tion last week. The board accepted the resignation of coach Todd Talsma. Caledonia this fall already has a new varsity girls' basketball coach in Angie Stauffer and now will have to look for a new boys’ head coach for the winter. Meanwhile, Carol Nelson-Purkey introduced Dar­ rell Kingsbury as. “a famil­ iar face but in a new role.” as the new CMS assistant principal. Dianne Bockheim will be resigning her post as trans­ portation coordinator as of Dec . 31 Carol Lenger was hired to teach the learning disability program for Emmons Lake Elementary. Kate Bearss will be teaching science and math at CMS and Jean Lewis was introduced as the new Spanish teacher (.6) for Caledonia Elementary . Joan Wallace is transfer­ ring from .87 Spanish to 1.0 Spanish at CMS. Char McCorriston is transferring from 1.0 at the middle school to .5 at the middle school and .5 for alternative education. A mutual agreement be­ tween Barb DeJong and Em­ mons Lake Principal Gordie Nickels has been accepted by the board. DeJong, Em­ mons Lake music teacher, will be reduced from a .6 Caledonia Board of Education Members from left (front row) Ken Yonker. trus­ tee; Robert Lillie, trustee; Kristy Anne Sheriund, treasurer; William Hamson, trus­ tee; (back row) Dennis Atkinson, vice president; Robert Bergy, president, and Bernard Nagel, secretary. 301 EAST BROADWAY, WOODLAND. Ml Saturday, September 7 th 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM * Visit Our New Showroom * Grills • Water Heaters ♦Vent Free Heater* * amt Hath fWorell! I 20# Cylinder • H Aa#InhCu1 COW™ I I ►. CElebratiON * **.*.»■,». ►. * » *, * *. *, * * * A music time to .575. The re­ duction will last for the 2002-03 school year and be re-evaluated for the follow­ ing year. Sally McCarthy was granted an extension of her leave of absence due to health issues. Other resigna­ tions accepted by the board included Deborah Burri as a special education aide, and Duane Petrosky as middle school girls’ basketball coach. Russ Gerbers officially wsas announced as the boys’ cross country coach for the 2002-03 season. Gerbers will be moving into the spot recently vacated by longtime coach John Soderman's re­ tirement last spring. (Look for further information about Gerbers in an upcoming is­ sue of the Sun and News.) The board accepted the recommendation of the Per­ sonnel Committee to renew certain non-classified in­ dividual contracts. Accord­ ing to board member Bernie Nagel, these contracts are what remain after others I were reclassified. The list of 2Icontracts that were renewed includes Manager of Technology In­ tegration, Performing Arts Center Director, Gifted and I Talented Programmer, Ad­ ministrative Support & Out­ reach and Middle School Support Center Coordinator. The motion for a one-ycar renewal on all contracts was unanimously carried with the exception of Bob Lillie abstaining on Preschool Co­ ordinator as a matter of re­ cord. (Lillie’s wife Anne fills that position.) In other school board business last week: • The board accepted bids for Phase 4 of the replace­ ment high school project to­ taling $521,072. The hard tile bid for $391,522 was awarded to the Sobic Com­ pany and auditorium seating in the amount of $129,550 was awarded to C.R. Equip­ ment. Bids for further work will be considered as work continues on the school and Darrell Kingsbury, new assistant middle school principal. surrounding areas. • The board received a short report concerning the upcoming Michigan Association of School Boards delegate as sembly and annual election. Those board members who can attend (generally three delegates are sent) will be in Dearborn from Thursday, Nov. 7, through Saturday of that same week for the meet­ ing. • Board President Robert Bergy read the committee assignments of each board member. Each board mem­ ber ha* been chosen to chair and/or participate in at least one board committee. Most participate on several com­ mittees. The board committee ap­ pointments for the 2002-03 school year arc as follows: Building - Bob Bergy ▼ chairperson, Denny Atkin­ son and Kristy Sheriund; Education - Bill Harrison chairperson, Bob Lillie and Ken Yonker; Finance Kristy Sheriund - chairper­ son, Bernie Nagel and Bill Harrison; Personnel - Ber­ nie Nagel - chairperson, Denny Atkinson and Bob Lillie; Policy - Denny At­ kinson - chairperson, Kristy Sheriund and Ken Yonker; Special Assignments - Leg­ islative Contact - Bob Lillie and Michigan Association of School Board Liaison - Bob Lillie. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 * 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week For Sun & News Action-Ads! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-09-03.pdf e25042055c8bcde8b9198750feb7d81b PDF Text Text Distracted driver blamed in crash killing area teen by Shelly Suker Staff Writer A 13-year-old Thornapple Kellogg Middle School stu­ dent died Monday when a distracted driver attempted to reach for a cellular tele­ phone and rear-ended the victim’s car in Caledonia, according to a report by the Kent County Sheriff’s De­ partment. Deputies reported Eric "Lee” Reyff II was a back seal passenger in the car his mother, Michelle Wendt. 42. was driving north on M-37 (Cherry Valley Road) at Kinsey Street, between 100th and 108th streets, Monday evening. Wendt was stopped wait­ ing to turn left when her 1996 Honda Civic was struck from the rear by Dan­ iel Richard May, 45, of Mid­ dleville who was also north­ bound in a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck. Police said Wendt was us­ ing her turn signal as she waited for oncoming traffic to clear. May was reportedly two vehicles behind Wendt but the vehicle in between apparently passed Wendt on the right. “The driver had been dis­ tracted while reaching for a cellular phone and did not notice vehicle in the road­ way until impact.” deputies reported. “The force of the impact caused the rear of the vehicle to be crushed, pin­ ning (Reyff) in the vehicle.” Wendt and her daughter, Chelsea Reyff. 15, a front scat passenger, were treated by Caledonia Fire and trans­ ported to Spectrum Hospi­ tal’s Butterworth Campus in downtown Grand Rapids for minor injuries. Eric Reyff was pro­ nounced dead at the scene. May also suffered minor injuries and refused treat­ ment at the scene of the 5:22 p.m. crash, said police. Reyff would have started his eighth grade year at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Tuesday. School officials learned of his death later Monday night and activated the crisis team at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, the first day of school for the year. Principal Mike Spahr said he sent letters home with all of the middle school’s eighth grade students ex­ plaining what had happened to Eric and that counseors are available to talk with students as needed. “Our hearts go out to the family.” Spahr said. ReyfTs death marks the sixth consecutive year that the Thornapple Kellogg Schools have experienced the death of a student during the first month of classes. “Because we are such a small community, we al­ ways know the person or someone related to them,” said Lani Forbes, a first re­ sponder with the Freeport Fire Department. “It always impacts us. It’s just sad." As executive director of Barry County United Way, Forbes is helping to organ­ ize a teen driving program along with police, fire, am­ bulance and intermediate school district personnel “to help with teaching our kids how to be safer.” Forbes said authorities have worked to discourage teens from drinking and driving, but her program hopes to address the prob­ lems with drivers being inat­ tentive. “Most of the accidents have been due to inatten- See area teen, page 2 Local Girl Scouts in TV commercial Kaylee Akey from Giri Scout Troop #894 and Jessica Akey From Troop #1336 participated in a commercial for Girl Scouts School Night for scouting. The com­ mercial is airing now through Sept 10 on Few 17 and Channel 13. School Night for Scouting is planned for at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept 10. m the Middleville area at Page Elementary. In the Caledonia area School N>gnt for scouting wiW oe held at Kettle Lake Elementary for all the Caledonia School Distnct Girts who are inter­ ested in joining a troop are strongly encouraged to attend. Adults who are inter­ ested in volunteering also are encouraged The staff at Pharmacy Care say that to take a picture of those who will miss Rosie when she retires this year means taking a picture of the entire town None­ theless, pictured here are Rebecca Ulrich. Roger Thompson. Mary Helen Mena. Rosie VanderBand, Leslie Beuschel. Doris Drake and Joanne Carroll Local pharmacist honored as Heritage Day VIP by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A new tradition begun with the recognition of retir­ ing pastor Roger Timmer­ man as the Heritage Day Very Important Person in 2001 continues this year with the naming of Rosie VanderBand as this year’s exceptional person. VanderBand has been working in pharmacies since she was 14 years old and she has wanted to be a pharma­ cist since she was 10. Heri­ tage Days chair Cheryl Pe­ ters says, “I have not known Rosie long, but it is obvious how she cares for the people of this community We know she will be missed when she retires from Phar­ macy Care.” VanderBand lives at Cobb Lake with LeRoy, her hus­ band of 46 years. When she is not at the pharmacy, she enjoys knitting and sewing and spending time with her family. She origmally worked out of a tiny pharmacy with barely room to turn around. She is Mill amazed with the space of the current phar­ macy, next to Middleville Market Place. Pharmacy Care was created by a merger with Dave Hopkins about 12 years ago There have been lots of changes VanderBand has seen in the last 50 years. “It used to be you didn’t give patients any informa­ tion about the medications which had been prescribed, Now we try to keep track of formation about possible side effects,” VanderBand says. VanderBand and her staff have worked closely with area senior citizens. "Some­ times we ask them to bring in all their medicine bottles so we can check that they are not getting into diffi­ culty. Sometimes they have two or three doctors who don’t know what the other ones have prescribed.’’ Pharmacy Care is open form 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday and from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Satur­ day. “We encourage people to “...It is obvious how call if they have probl' is (Rosie VanderBrand) even after we arc do ed. Call 795-7936 for informa­ cares for the people tion. of this community. Over the past 50 years she We know she will be she says has tried to be a missed when she good mentor and teacher. retires..." For VanderBand being a - Cheryl Peters “Good Neighbor Pharmacy” is more than just a slogan. the medications people are This is her community for using and provide lots of in­ which she cares deeply In This Issue... • Town Square property sold • Caledonia Township Board resists financing expansion of utilities • Caledonia village property favored site for new library • Trojan girls rebound at Kelloggsville Invitational �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml September 3. 2002 Page El renovations bring needed changes Patricia Johns Staff Writer Passage of the $24 mil­ lion bond issue will mean significant changes for Page Elementary School. Principal Brad Warren has had a chance to review the plans, which were de­ signed before he was hired this summer. “I am very excited about the renovation to the build­ ing. I think it will really help create exciting learning op­ portunities for our students,” he says. Warren is especially ex­ cited about the addition of a stage to the all-purpose room. "We have been fortunate to be able to use the audito­ rium in the high school, but having the ability to have the stage here is great!” Renovations to Page which is the fourth and fifth grade building, include the addition of four new class­ rooms. The building will have a classroom designed for art with a space for the kiln. A dedicated science room will allow students to complete science experi­ ments without worrying about ruining the carpet. The computer labs will be remodeled. The library will be flanked by computer labs, which will give classes greater access. The general office area will be renovated and addi­ tional office space will be added. One very visible change will be in parking. The park­ ing area at the front of the building will be redesigned with additional space for staff and parent parking and a student drop-off area. The current parking area in the back of the building will become the bus drop­ off area with parking for special events and week­ ends. There will be no park- Bus Drop-off & Special Events Parking Staff? Parent Parking & Drop-off Class Remodeling Stage & Office Addition Stor. & Art Remodeling KEY CHcmcbi-Ano uutoanoN C3KXST W.ILDfMG TO RKMAPM ■B MUST »<.11nCM. RAMA AThD ■■ MvW CONSTBtXHON KViSHNC WALLS BACK-TO-SCHOOL Computer Lab Remodeling Class Addition THORNAPPLE-KELLOGG SCHOOL PRE-BOND ANALYSIS PAGE ELEMENTARY SITE/FLOOR PLAN Haircuts • Highlights • Perms • Make Your Appointment Today! Hey Mom! Get ready to relax! Make your appointment now for a facial, pedicure or new style Q }uU (’MlwyvAAq Salo* foa Uu vditu famAy' L Caledonia Village Centre • 8911095 ing in the back during the day, which will make it a safer area for recess activi­ ties. Doug Ybema of 'he Citi­ zens Committee for the Ql^timate Spa b & Sfcln Oa/te 1 ^Rodg NAIL ART for your HANDS & FEET! For a touch of style or just for fun—choose from a variety of designs and colors SPECIAL OFFER! FREE NAIL ART!! on any one finger or toe with your full set, manicure or pedicure! AISO NEW—Mood Polishes... changes color in three ways NO TIME TO UNWIND SPA PACKAGE 1 hour and 45-minutes of service and a light lunch with a glass of wine or tea, if preferred. Only $85 I-hr. massage Ex-press pedicure Ex-press manicure A wonderful way to relax without taking your entire day away. iSeAK - TANNING SPECIAL! k' Achieve deeper, darker, longer lasting ‘ color, while relaxing on a therapeutic mattress that massages you while you’re tanning. FIVE VISITS ONLY -FULL-DAY SPA PACKAGES- South Side Plaza—South M-37 300 Meadow Run. Suite A. Hastings, Ml 49058 616-948-0083 Bond Issue reminds voters that while six years ago the TK community approved a $26 million bond issue, the school district continues to grow. The construction of the new middle school and renovations at all buildings was one step in improving the district. However, the school population continues to grow at a 2 or 3 percent rate each year. As new stu­ dents come into the district, the need for more class­ rooms and other services ex­ pands beyond what is possi­ ble. A public meeting on the bond issue is scheduled for 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 3) at the middle school. If approved, the bond will allow the district to raise the $24 million needed for the proposed renovations and then retire the bonds over of the high school with conthe next 26 years without an venient parking in the west increase in the millage paid parking lot. by residents. The structure of this bond issue means that there will be no increase in taxes to pay for the expan­ sion and renovation project. The present seven-mill levy will be extended five years. Since the district partici­ pates in the Michigan School bond loan program, it can borrow at the begin­ ning of a bond issue to make the interest and principle payments. The school then repays the school bond fund. The special election is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 24. Polling places are the Freeport Community Build­ ing for Freeport residents and the high school art room for the residents of the rest of the school district. The art room is located at the back Area teen, continued from page 1 tion,” she said, recalling one in which the driver died be­ cause he did not wear a seat belt. Another died because she was driving 99.7 mph and now Reyff has died because someone was reaching for a cell phone. Of the six teens who have died in the past six years, only one was under the in­ fluence of alcohol, Forbes noted. Reyff is survived by his mother, Michelle, of Mid­ dleville, his father, Eric Lee Reyff of Cadillac, three sis­ ters, Kortney Reyff, Niki Reyff and Chelsea Reyff, all of Middleville, and his grandparents, Dick and Sue Reyff and Evelyn Lutz and Phillip West, all of Mid­ dleville. His memorial service was held Friday, Aug. 30. at the Middleville United Method- ist Church. He will be bur­ ied at Mt. Hope Cemetery and contributions can be made in his memory to the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. Caledonia Sportsman Club Swiss Steak Fry Saturday, Sept. 7th 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Adults $6 00, Children under 12 $3 00 Includes meat, potato, gravy, corn, dinner roll & beverage. (616) 891-1168 FOR INFORMATION J* . �The Sun and News. M»ddleville Ml/September 3. 2002/Page 3 Get ready, get set to party at Heritage Days by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There will be “music, mu­ sic, .music,” food, cars and lots of fun at this year’s edi­ tion of Heritage Days in Middleville Friday and Sat­ urday, Sept. 6 and 7. Music will fill the Sesquicentennial Park downtown Friday. Sept. 6. Friday’s entertainment from 6 to 9 p.m. will include gospel by Bought and Paid For at 6:15 p.m., the Peace Church Praise Group at 7 and In his Name at 8:15. The Swanson Family will open the concert with rous­ ing violin music at 6 p.m. Country western music lov­ ers can enjoy Katie Whitis at 7:30 p.m. Four-part har­ mony by Inspirations at 6:45 p.m. will get toes to tapping. The evening will end with the Jerrel and Terry DeKok performing music from the 1940s and 1950s at 8:45 p.m. The Methodist Church will serve pork sandwiches and the Heritage Days Com­ mittee will have pop and popcorn for sale during the evening. Also on Friday evening history will come alive as the Thornapple Historical Association hosts a re-crea­ tion of Abraham Lincoln’s visit to communities follow­ ing his election. To hear Lincoln's speech, stop by the old train depot on Rail­ road Street. The food, fun and music continue Saturday. Sept. 7. The traditional pancake breakfast at the Methodist Church will be at 8 a.m. The 5K run walk begins at 8 as well Lineup will begin at 10 a.m. at McFall. The theme for this year's parade is “Childhood Memories” and prizes will be awarded. Judging of entries will begin while the parade is lining up in the parking lot at McFall Elementary School. The pa­ rade will step off at 11 a.m. Pre-registration is re­ quested by calling Marisa Rakowski at 795-3590 after 6 p.m. The Heritage Days Festi­ val can be an opportunity to support the local organiza­ tions, which in turn support local projects. Rotary Club members will be encourag­ ing residents to buy a duck for the duck race Saturday morning. Ducks are $5 apiece and will be tossed into the Thornapple River later that afternoon. Cash prizes will be awarded to the holders of the winning ducks. Then at the Page Elemen­ tary site, the Middleville Li­ ons Club members will be selling raffle tickets to help support their annual pro­ jects. The prizes for this raf­ fle will be $300 worth of food from Geukes Market, $200 from the Otto Turkey Farm store and a third prize of a $100 gift certificate from the Middleville Mar­ ketplace. The Lions hope to have the new vision and hearing trailer at Heritage Days. This year there will be a Spiderman Bounceland. Gladiator Joust, rock wall climb and obstacle course to keep everyone on their toes. The car show, horseshoe tournament and three-onthree basketball will fill the afternoon. Food available at the Page site includes root beer floats from American Legion Post 140. Breads and Spreads" from the United Methodist Church Women and conces­ sions serving up toothsome footlongs. corn dogs and elephant ears. For those who just want to participate in one day vol­ leyball action, the Heritage Day volleyball tournament is always fun. Teams can choose either sand or mud volleyball for $40 a team. The tournament is scheduled for Saturday. Sept. 7. just south of Page Elementary school. Play begins at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call Christine Irwin at 7954564. The craft show will fea­ ture the baskets created by Lorraine Otto and other en­ trancing art works. The Thornapple Heritage Association will have a booth at Heritage Days. Dues are due and can be paid at Heritage Days. The Association also is challeng­ ing golf aficionados with a “hole in one" competition. The Knight Moves chess tournament will have chil­ dren and adults stretching their problem-solving capa­ bilities. Saturday ends with a mu­ sical finale and picnic at the Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church. Supposedly the best hot jiogs ever will be served and talented local performers will do every­ thing from gospel music to a tour of "Gone with the Wind" in less than five min­ utes. Arts and crafts to tempt Heritage Day buyers TK opening smooth, bittersweet These two kindergartners practiced finding their shuttle bus spot before the end of the first day of school According to superintendent Kevin Konarska the start of the school year on Tuesday, Aug. 27 went very smoothly. For students at the middle school opening day was bittersweet as they faced the news of the death of one of their classmates, Eric Lee Reyff II. on Monday. The 2002 Heritage Days Arts and Craft fair will prove to be the best eve, ac­ cording to organizers. At least that is what or­ ganizer Sue Parker-Smith thinks. She has scheduled tal­ ented area crafters to display works ranging from hand crafted wood furniture, hand made baskets, home made soaps to children’s wooden toys. The craft show is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Page Elementary. Besides the crafts, several booths will feature home businesses such as The Pampered Chef and Mary Kay. Information about local organizations will also be featured in the craft show area. “Bring your family and friends for a day full of fun,” Parker-Smith says. She still has space avail­ able for businesses or crafts people. Call her at 269-7314592 \ p,. 'SdA ' A- Harmony Dance Source Owned and Directed by Terry Terpstra 115 East Main St. (just east of M-37), P.O. Box 310 Middleville, Ml 49333 (269)795-4895 • TAP • JAZZ • BALLET • LYRICAL • HIP HOP • A ■ J A Instructed by Missy Rabidue of the Grand Rapids Rampage Rage Dance Team! Y PRE-SCHOOLERS through ADULTS! <7 BEGINNER through INTERMEDIATE COMBINATION CLASSES • ADULT EXERCISE • ADULT DANCE (no experience necessary) COME JOIN THE FUN IN OUR FAMILY ORIENTED ENVIRONMENT! CJCASSES START TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD Registrations by phone are welcome! L j No registration fee! (269)795-4895 ----------------- E t �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. MUSeptember 3, 2002 Community service to memorialize 9/11 by Patricia Johns Churches the in Mid­ and those who continue to protect the nation and com­ together to commemorate munity. This event will be held in the tragedy of last Sept. 11 the dleville community will join Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium Wednesday. Sept. 11, at tian Reformed. Middleville He was called up for active Reformed Church says spe­ United Methodist. Leighton duty in Bosnia. Music will be presented cial recognition of veterans, by the Thornapple Kellogg Honors Choir. Peace Re­ cers will be part of the pro­ 7:30 p.m. It will be spon­ United Methodist and Mid­ sored by the Peace Re­ formed. Middleville Chris­ dleville Wesleyan churches. The guest speaker will be Chaplain Rev. Galen Meyer, Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News classified ads formed Praise Band, the firefighters and police offi­ gram “Taps' will be played by who retired as a colonel. He Middleville United Method­ TK was commissioned by the Navy and assigned to the Mannes. He served in Viet­ ist Handbell Choir and In Smith His Name. Karen Zachman Marsh will provide accom­ will do an interpretive dance paniment during the service. nam during the service. Rex Tom DeVries from is to provide words of hope 1967-68. from He worked with the Army re­ serves from 1974 to 1998. the Middleville Christian band and member Holly pianist Vicki The intent, of the service and solace. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Liling Lord FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce V Mnurt Senior PaMor Morning Worship.......................... 9:30 a m. Tim A. Vine. Aml PxMor Youth Fellowship Time...........................10:35 a m. Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Sunday School ............................ 10 50 a.m. Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Evening Praise........................................ 6:00p.m. Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. Sunday School. . 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 1100 a m 7240 68(h Street, SE - Caledonia Sunday Evening Service............................. 6:00p.m. 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Sides C 0 M M U I I J Y CHURCH a place to belong ..a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 9 JO 6 1100 am. Youth Ministry............ ....... 891-0576 Meeting *t the Cron Creek Charte- Arademy Rev Mu harl Stowell, Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship Dader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit oui web site ww bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ................................ 9:30 a.m. and 690 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Cubs CALEDONIA 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine September 8: With a Vision in our Hearts Worship ...................................................... —8 30 am. Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship ______________10:30 a m Worship with Jr Church — 11 00am (Nursery available throughout I Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-4167 Church Office 61(^891-8669 / Fax 891-8M8 _____________ www caledoniaunK org ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School. Sunday Praise Singing t<fo>nung Worship 945 am 1050 a.at 1190 a«a 730 pan. A Pastor Lkryd De former Sr Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 897-7407 Sunday School 9 4S AM Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-S6753 Sunday School................................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a.m. Rev E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49346 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd. (nortbuvst of Gun hike) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHLIRC I I Prcuc bing 1>>C ! It nil/ Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ......................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available.) 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Currently meeting at: One mile east of Wfutneyville Rd Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 We*i M 179 Highly (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49 MS • 795 7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Reieyam Messages Dynanuc Musk Quality Child Care and Programs COMMUNITY church =- Worship Hours 990 a m and 1030 a m * Lakeside Community Church A Ptace for Fanuly & F needs 6201 Whitney vilk Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED CometnpcYary Worship .. .9:30 am Sunday School for AH Ages 1045 are Evening Worship 6 00pm Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office 468-0391 » *w lakesMfectMnmuM y arg M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. Formore information: (616)891-8119 or wwW'PgafcediyrcjLK Crtmpm fm JkumeAf med Smoetu Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Located in Lcighaua Townshxp Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Surxin »ternmg AJO ta Todaxad 1115 aas Casempoary Sunday School for Al Age1090 are Sunday Evemng Semcr 6 JO pm Pioneer Oub 1-6 Wednesday 630 p re Prayer Meetmg Wednesday 6 JO pm Youth Wwn Nmda» 6 JO pm 891-8026 • e-mail keyghcontnerv net Middleville - Parmelee Parmetee Morano Woahip Wednesday Family Night S:45-890 pm Pasta Paul M Hillman Youth Pasta David Enbon 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedoua 61669M001 ndema^uervna wwwjtdttmercovtnant.org 9 30 am. Mddtevle Mornrg Wortfip Scndoy School (Jr. H^h & Adulh) Nursery - Grode 5 .......... Sr - Sun. Eveang Jr High - Grades 68. Wed Evenrig 1100 a m 945 am. llOOam. 600400 pm 6007 30 pm Ret Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER Community Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Educatii Hour 1190 am Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am In Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65- WAY Check our web site Whitneyville Bible church Communitv o| C^ri$t Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvde Ave 5:30 AM 1100 AM 700 PM All Services haw a Nurwnj Available • Barrier Free 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...........................................................9:30a.m. Phone 891-9259 A Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. YOU ARE INVITED W|)e ®lb tCinw ^ElctljobiSt Cljurd) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor £r UNITED METHODIST 6:45 p m. 6:45p.m. 10 00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 84th St & Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 ________________ wwwiMrvnat' - rtpaul____________ Kraft Avenue al Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & II :00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service fSt Paul Lutheran Church 2415 McCann Rd. tin Irving) Sunday Tim»> *15 A.M. Morning Prayar I IClXCI (Hdy Communion 2nd Sunday) I------- ■------- 1 11:00 A.M. Holy Coiwumon wodn^day 6:00 P.M. Evamng Prayer Mmnm 796-2370 or 949-9327 Vicar - Ruv David T. Hu.twic* 8546 Whrtneyvde Ave at 84m St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting al Caledonia High School S^rday Schoer 930am. xnaay Momrg Wbmp 1030am Meewg at chapel on WMrwyvde Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonnp 600p.m Wed Wd^eet Prayer & Bote Study 7 00 pm Sev Ihoma Suyj. P«a . Kat ajjoc Pa»a Aeoste wNmeyvtecete ag �The Sun and News. Middleville Mb September 3. 2002/Page 5 Amie Evans hired as McFall art teacher by Patricia Johns Ralph and Mary Lou (Eggleston) Schantz of Mid­ dleville will observe their 50th wedding anniversary September 6, 2002. Relatives and friends are invited to join them at an open house, hosted by their family on Saturday, September 7, 2002 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the UAW Local Hall, 295 Washington Street, Mid­ dleville. They have five children — Greg and Cindy Wieck, Lloyd and Dawn Kilmer, John and Doris Schantz, Randy Schantz, and Bob and Karen Nicholson. They also have seven grandchildren and one greatgrandson. Please, no gifts. AWANA First Baptist Church of Alto AWANA clubs meet every Wednesday beginning September 4th at 6:30 p.m. for boys and girls ages 3rd thru 8th grade. Programs are aimed at specific age groups as follows: • Cubbies - 3 and 4 year olds • Sparks - Kindergarten thru 2nd grade • T&T - An exciting new program for 3rd thru 6th grade • JV - 7th and 8th grade Parents are invited to come along and register your children for club and receive all the necessary information on September 4th at 6:30 p.m. Questions? Call the church at 868-6403 or Kurt Roudabush at 897-9468 Staff Writer McFall Elementary was able to start the new school year with a full complement of teachers Tuesday. Aug. 27. with the hiring of Amie Evans as the art teacher Victoria Peabody had re­ signed this summer after six years. “I wasn't sure we would be able to hire someone so soon." Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education Presi­ dent David Smith said at the meeting Aug. 26. “I am really impressed with the quality of the applicants for this part-time position.” Evans was a kindergarten student at McFall with prin­ cipal Bill Rich, who is still the principal at the school. Evans graduated from the Thomapple Kellogg school system. Smith and Superintendent Kevin Konarska discussed the positive opening of the new school year. The entire staff met on Monday. Aug. 26 and those staff members with 30 or more years of service were honored. “It was just great.” Konar­ ska said. The board approved new lunch prices. “Prices have not been raised for about five years,” business manager Alice Jansma noted. Food services director Greg Pope told the board that the major rise in prices was for adult lunches, which will now cost $2.50. “You can’t get a lunch any­ where for that price.” he told Farmer’s Market to help library The Friends of the Cale­ donia branch of Kent District Library will be host for a Fanner’s Market from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 14. This event, located at the Caledonia Fanners Elevator Co. at 146 Main St., will offer produce that has been donated by local residents and fanners. All the pro­ ceeds will benefit the Caledonia branch of Kent District Library. Please call the branch for more information. 616-6473840. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Amie Evans the board. Lunch prices for the 2002-2003 school year are $1.40 at McFall. $1.50 at Lee. $1.60 at Page and $1.90 at the middle and high schools. Breakfast is $1.25 for all students. Pope also will make sure that the prices charged for “a la carte” items at the middle and high schools also are in line. The goal is not to “make money” from food service, but to make sure that it pays for itself. Jansma said it was important to es­ tablish a $30,000 to $40,000 fund balance in this area to pay up front costs each year. Assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze gave the board an overview of the new school been entirely defined as yet. report cards, which should Principals will report on be issued to all schools by these factors at the end of October. the Christmas holidays. She also explained that “From what we know now. grades will be based federal guidelines for the “ Leave No Child Behind' two-thirds on scores from the Michigan Education As­ program promoted by Presi­ sessment Program (MEAP) dent Bush are still being de­ tests.” she said. She ex­ veloped. In other business the plained that no one has in­ formed her how McFall and board approved the resigna­ Lee will be evaluated since tion of high school and com they are K-l and 2-3 build­ munity library librarian Deb ings. where MEAP tests arc Jones and a child care leave for middle school teacher not taken by students. Previously the schools Marcy Uyl. The next meeting of the were considered under the scores for Page and the mid­ Thornapple Kellogg Board dle school. "We don't know of Education is on Monday. Sept. 9. at 7:30 p.m. in the for sure yet.” Koeze said. The final third of the Thornapplc Kellogg School and Community Library in­ grade will be based on 11 indicators which have not side the high school. pc September 11 th 'a Hope and Remembrance Senice As our nation stops to remember ♦ the tragedy of September II. 2001. )you are invited to an evening to remember those who died and to hear a message of hope for those who live. Wednesday, September II, 2002 ( , 7:00 - 8:00 PM at Alaska Baptist Church 7240 68th Street SE, Caledonia 1.5 miles east of the E. Beltime CelebrateJTeritage f)ays with the(Jloine Team at State hank of Caledonia Sept. 6‘ 7 Register to win our unique "Heritage Basket" of goodies! Refreshments served Open any new checking account & receive your first order of checks FREE* ‘Certain restrictions apply Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice State Sank of Calfdonja It s the way insurance should be. STAUFFER A WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St • Caledon® Ml 49316 616.891 9294 "Service You Deserve From The People You Trust" net—t Middleville Office I 303 Arlington I 795-3361 Member FDIC �Page 6/The Sun and News. MtddlevHle. Ml/September 3. 2002 Summer's End Car Show held This beauty isn’t your grandma s car. This white. 1934 Ford Cabriolet belongs to Randy Klaver. It sports a 350 engine as well as a red. rag top and burgundy strip­ ing. Always a favorite at the Summers End Car Show, Caledonia High School’s Electrathon Racing Vehicle. The team, coached by CHS teacher. Charles Lothschutz (Drafting, Materials and Electrathon). shown here with Jeremy Kok, will have several races this fall. Kok and Dustin Hofert are the vehicle’s drivers this year. Contact the high school for further information about the program and/or rac­ ing schedule. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Red. green, white, metalHe. Fords, Chevy’s, Dodges. OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available leusnve HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call 795-7719 (next to Phil's Pizza) For Your Appointment!_____ Business Coupes, low riders, muscle, trucks. Cabriolets, corvettes and Coopers. You name it, it was there — downtown Caledonia on Saturday, Aug. 24. The 12th annual Summers End Car Show drew a crowd from far and wide. Muske­ gon, Byron Center, Grand Rapids, plus many a show­ ing from Middleville and Caledonia were just a few of the locations represented by the various makes and mod­ els of vehicles. Though rain threatened the night before, the skies were clear and the weather was warm for the enormous crowd that gathered for the annual event sponsored by Weight loss you con live with. (Very happily.) With Winning Points you never have to miss out on life's little treats So you can stay satis­ fied. stick with the plan and lose weight . . ^■SE^Join for$2 0! Gary Elve s friend joked, “We have to keep getting him a bigger hat He keeps winning awards with this thing.’’ Gary and his wife Mary of Grand Rapids have a right to be proud of their ’56 Chevy Nomad. It won “Best of Show" at the 12th an­ nual Summers End Car Show. the Runaways of Michigan. Vehicles lined Main Street from the corner by Buer Well Drilling and Mul­ ler’s Paint clear down to the Community Center. Many Caledonia residents wel­ comed the crowds as a good way to bring in patrons for local business and garage sales. Dash plaques were given to the first 300 registrations. Proceeds of the event went to charity. Sevigny Automo­ tive Inc. of Wayland pro­ vided the plaques. Gary and Mary Elve of Grand Rapids won Best of Show with their ’56 Chevy Nomad. Other vehicles that won for the top ten was a ’69 Corvette, a ’70 Mach I and a ’55 Ford Pickup. Mi- chael Moore of Rockford also won a top ten spot with his ’98 Chevy Malibu. ALTO FIREMENS PANCAKE BREAKFAST Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Coffee & Milk Date: Sat., Sept. 7 Time: 7:00am -10:00 am Place: Alto Fire Station Cost: Donation at Door TANNING $39-99 PER VISIT UNLIMITED 1 MONTH CALEDONIA ONLY Win a $25,000 kitchen makeover! Enter our Lookin Good—Cookin' Good Sweepstakes at a We*Qh+ Watchers location near you Hurry. Sweepstakes ends October 121 No purchase necessary Detais at partopatng locations CALEDONIA Caledonia Community Resource Center 330 Johnson MIDDLEVILLE Middle Via Inn 4611 N M-37 Hwy Thursday -6 30 pm Wednesday—5 30 p m -800-651-6000 Ask about The At Work Program®1 Visit us at www weghtwatcherswestemmichigan com O9t »/2l/O2 Vakd cr*v in amo *2002 Aeogr* waSerws r-wnanoro nc o< the W&GHT WATCHERS and THE AT WOM PROGRAM - oaenxxw Ai ngres ewhea Manicure $10 Spa Pedicure Nails *25 $20.00 Gel Nails $30 Spa Pedicure s23 Free White Overlay $20 Air Brush $3 & up Polish s5 Kids Free Air Brush 994-1 Cherry Valley Ave Caledonia 136 E State Street, Hastings (616) 891-1551 (616) 948 2970 M-F 10-~’ Sai 9 30-5________________M-F 10-6; Sat 9 30-5 �The Sun and News MtdcfleviWe. Ml/September 3 2002/Page 7 Talk about muscle. The 1970 Factory Muscle had so much that Nascar out­ lawed it. The vehicle was only in production for one year “Mopar Woody’ of Muskegon is lucky enough to have this canary yellow one. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Looking like something James Bond or Austin Powers would drive, this ’73 Mini Cooper is a total restoration job by Zoom Auto Group. This 98 Chevy Malibu, owned by Michael Moore of Rockford, drew an apprecia­ tive crowd. Evidently, it also drew some appreciative judges as it won a spot in the top ten for the car show. Katelyn Erskine, 2 V2, proved herself a big helper for mom Nicole’s garage sale. Her big smile drew in prospective customers better than any garage sale sign could. VVednesday, Sept. 4 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks, w/scrambled eggs or hot dog on a bun. potato wedge, juice, milk. Thursday* Sept. 5 Chicken noodle soup w/grilled cheese sandwich, or ham and cheese on bun. baby carrots w/ranch, fresh orange slices, milk. Friday, Sept. 6 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, pasta salad, peas, pineapple, milk. Monday, Sept. 9 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or com dog on a stick, mixed veggies, fresh banana, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Meat and cheese sub with com chips or pepperoni hot pocket, seasoned green beans, fresh grapes, milk. It never hurts to advertise a vehicle for sale at a car show. Especially one as nice looking as this 88 Chevy Custom Pickup owned by Don Bender of Mid­ dleville. movie OUTPOST YIDCO fUPCRJTORf Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ————————————— . vHS/DVD moi ies & movieouTPon ■ •x —Games & game system rental [ Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE I I I I I with this coupon. I Good Sunday thru Thursday I Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental oi equal or lesser value I One coupon per vtsn please I Expires 10-30-02 Product Id: SunAd J • Special Orders and pre-vie wed movies & games for sale • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & Game Accessories • Resers aliens on mov ies • Weekly specials Why do all the work when we can do it for you? lOcci^tawn l^etiiement Citiage 1821 N. East St., Hastings. MI 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community it Now Taking Reservations + Woodlawn Meadows ts pleased to offer assisted Irving services to those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer s disease and other related dementias. Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - www leisure living corn �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/September 3. 2002 J-Ad Graphics names newest sports editor Brett Bremer is starting his first full week as sports editor for the Lakewood News, Maple Valley News, the Sun and News, and the Hastings Banner. A 1996 graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School, he went on to earn a bachelor of science degree in journalism from Central Michigan University. Bremer was an all-confer­ ence selection after his jun­ ior season on TK’s tennis team and played midfielder for the Trojans’ soccer squad. “The Sun and News was Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Brett Bremer the place you looked to find your name in the paper,” Bremer said. “You knew you weren’t going to be on TV or anything. “Now I work there and I’m trying to give new kids that same respect and recog­ nition. Now I’m writing the stories that moms are cutting out of the paper and saving to pull out at graduation par­ ties." Bremer's mother. Kathy Kenyon, and grandmother. Lois Bremer, both worked at the Sun and News when it was in Middleville. “I always remembered the smell of the newsroom visit­ ing them at the paper. I didn't know I’d ever be back “It’s going to be tough at first, but I hope it'll end up being a lot of fun." Bremer succeeds Matt Cowell, who left earlier this month to pursue other career interests. J-Ad Graphics Editor David T. Young said. “We certainly will miss Matt, but we think we were very lucky to find a young man of such capabilities and potential as Brett. We also really like the fact that Brett grew up in this area, so he knows his way around. We've known his dad. Mike (director of parks and recreation in Mid­ dleville) for quite a while.” Bremer now lives in Wyoming, but hopes to move closer to where the ac­ tion is as soon as possible. Anyone who wants to pass along information or story ideas is welcome to call 945-9554, extension 227. “Education offers the greatest opportunity for really improving one generation over another. “ - W.K. Kellogg Susan A. Foster (left) receives her ERO award Middleville tax professional wins state of Michigan award The Internal Revenue Service has announced that Susan A. Foster of Mid­ dleville has been named the 2002 Exemplary Electronic Return Originator (ERO) award recipient for the state of Michigan. An ERO is a tax firm that files income tax returns electronically with the IRS. The award honors one tax firm in each state that e-filed a large percentage of its cus­ tomers’ returns, and had the vast majority of these re­ turns accepted on the first transmission. The plaque commemorat­ ing the award was presented to Foster, of Thornapple Financial Center Inc., at a dinner of 800 peers as part of the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in St. Louis. An accompanying letter of commendation from Mark E. Pursley, IRS direc­ tor of stakeholder Partner­ ships, Education & Commu­ nication, stated in part: “You meet, to the highest degree, all the expectations that the service has of EROs and we congratulate you for your excellent performance.’’ This is the fifth year that IRS has recognized EROs with this award. It demon­ strates the growing partner­ ship between IRS and EROs to increase the number of re­ turns filed in the IRS e-file program. Electronic filing is unptxtant to the IRS for two rea­ sons. c-filed returns arc more accurate and enable faster refunds, thus improv­ ing service for taxpayers and Congress has set as a goal of having 80°? of all tax re­ turns filed electronically by the year 2007. About half of all taxpay­ ers use paid preparers to file their tax returns. Converting the preparer industry to electronic filing is a key clement in the IRS strategy for meeting the con­ gressional goal. HOW ARE YOUR GFWC-Gun Lake homes tour for Sept. 29 INVESTMENTS DOING? Markets go up, markets go down ... Perhaps the best investment, however, is the kind that you make in YOURSELF. This fall, KCCs Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings offers almost one hundred credit classes in a variety of subject areas: Business Management Criminal Justice Human Services Computers/ Office Applications Pre-Nursing/Allied Health Social Science Humanities General Education General Transfer (MACRAO-approved) Classes begin in late August and/or mid-September. Visit us online (www.kellogg.edu) or in person to obtain full schedules, tuition and fees, registration particulars and orientation dates for new students. Classes are filling - Don't delay! The General Federation of Women’s Clubs-Gun Lake Area Club’s Annual Homes Tour is scheduled for Sun­ day, Sept. 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. Five Gun Lake area resi­ dences have agreed to show their homes in this year’s fund-raiser. Locations are varied and will show a vari­ ety of styles. Two homes are on Bea­ trice Avenue, the rest are Turtle Rock Drive, Trails End and Marsh Road. The Hospitality Center, Sticks and Stones of Gun Lake, is also located on Marsh Road. Donations for this event are $10 and tickets are lo­ cated at the Sea Shanty, M- Tailoring a 179 (Chief Noonday Road); Wcick’s Pharmacy, 124th Avenue; The Water’s Edge on Patterson Road, and Slick and Stones of Gun lutkc. For information, regard­ ing the event contact Mar­ jory Richards, event chair at (616) 795-3969 or Jean Mcdendorp, ticket chair at 7952523 Gift to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time Fieldofinterest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor They can also benefit a geo giaphicai area Donor-Advised Fund* are often created as an after native to a pnvate foundation and allow donors to recommend the chantabie organizations and causes « to be considered for grants They can be established m two forms Son^Lndouted Donor-Advncd Fundi allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income Endowed Donor Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grams from the income of the fund Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when tne fund is established Scholarship and Award Funds are estafnivhed by donors wishing to make education available to indi viduals in then communities You may also wish to: consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust rx will establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for ta» purposes and has its own governing body, by affiliating with a community foundation the Supporting Organization enjoys pub Ik chanty status and the professional staff service* of the community foundation However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your canng gesture wdl make a different r in the live* of others and the life of your community 629 W. State Street • Suite 201 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 269-945-0526 • Fax: 269-945-4536 Email: bcKlwmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml September 3 2002/Page 9 Music, picnic to mark end of Heritage Day festival M~ iff- 1 Members of the Middleville Clovers 4-H Club spent part of Saturday. Aug 24 washing cars in Hastings and Middleville Funds raised for scholarships WASH 1f 3i | Heritage Days will close on Saturday. Sept. 7 with music and a community pic­ nic at the Middleville Chris­ tian Reformed Church. Mike Bremer and Cathy Doornbos will emcee the event, beginning at 5 p.m. The Middleville Method­ ist church bell choir will be­ gin the musical festivities, followed by the Thomapple kellogg High School Jazz Band at 5:30 p.m. At 6:30. Brother’s Keep will take the stage, followed by the Leighton Praise Team at 7 p.m. Then the Methodist Church Praise Team will sing at 7:30. The evening will close with a patriotic treat pre­ sented by Jan Jelso with grandchildren Christian and Lauren Sheppards and key­ board player Gerry Orszula. Doornbos says, “If you are a fan of Kate Smith sing­ ing ‘God Bless America,’ wait until you hear Jan Jelso sing. In between musical num­ bers comedy will be king. Mike and John Bremer will present the Abbott and Cos­ tello routine “Who’s on First.” Dave and Nancy Schepers will pay homage to George Burns and Gracie Allen. Julie Coon plans to bring her delightful “Gone with the Wind” in less than five minutes. Food will be available, in- In the two years since the Reclaimed Spirit sculpture was finished on the site of the former TK Middle School, several people have asked if new engraved bricks have been added. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News Action-Ads. This year orders for these bricks will be taken until the end of September. "We will hope to inlay the engraved bricks before the ground freezes this year," said Nancy Goodin, one of the founding members of the Reclaimed Spirit project committee. She encouraged anyone who wanted a brick to pick up an order at the ad­ ministration building. Engraving is done in three lines, limited to 13 charac­ ters each. The cost of each brick is $25. Forms can be picked up at the administra­ tion office. There is no change in price from the original orders. Checks should be made out to the "TK Brick Sculp­ ture." Complete order forms and payment can be sent to TK Brick Sculpture, Thornapple Kellogg Administration Building. 3885 Bender Road. Middleville. 49333. Call 795-5400, extension 6255. for more information. eluding what Doornbos says “last year some said they are the best hot dogs ever.” Also available for a donation will be chips, beverages, popcorn and ice pops. “The community is in­ vited to a wonderful child­ hood memories conclusion to Heritage Days.” Doorn bos says. She reminds people to bring lawn chairs and blan kets. “This is a great way to re­ member and make new memories, meet your neigh bors and hear some of our local talent.” Desert Sun Even with competing carwashes in Hastings, the club raised $800 which will be divided between scholarship funds set up in memory of Travis Wenger and Matt Pennington who died this year. Bricks still available for Reclaimed Spirit sculpture Julie Koon retells Gone with the Wind in less than five minutes Hair & Tannin ; w<s>a&/ /i&e SHANNON LUNDSTRUM Shannon is licensed nail technician specializing in acrylics and fiberglass nail application. 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Owner Sharon Haney is doing her best to bring that philosophy to the lunches and breakfasts she is now serving. The Middleville resident is now working at the restaurant full time. Some of her former custom­ ers at the Thornapple Kitchen are now visiting her new restaurant. The restaurant is open from 7 a m. until 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Haney also has space avail­ able for business workshops and luncheons. The breakfast menu in­ cludes traditional egg dishes, home made biscuits, pancakes and French toast. The lunch menu offers de­ lectable sandwiches and crisp salads. There is also a children’s menu with the ever-popular peanut butter and jelly sandwich and IE5.O1 DKW MONOM Victoria Betit enjoys sharing her love of jewelry. Popular right now are Omega necklaces. She offers a reversible one with gold on one side and silver on the A new sign marks the entrance to Annalaine’s & Catering Plus. macaroni and cheese. For information about Haney says that the ban­ Annalaine’s, call 616-868quet hall has been very busy 0388. this summer, especially on Thursdays and Fridays. Annalaine’s also offers takeout catering with ham, turkey and roast beef platter, pasta, potato or macaroni salad, coleslaw and fresh fruit. The Yankee Springs Township Planning Com­ In memory of mission continues its work to update zoning ordinances. A work session has been set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5. The regular meeting July 7, 1983 ~ September 7, 2001 of the Planning Commission ‘I trill never see another sunset. # on Thursday, Sept. 19, will I will never see another dawn. include a public hearing on a But since I am remembered, portion of the ordinances. The regular meeting of I am not truly gone.' the Yankee Springs Town­ —written by Sarah M'iese ship Board has been You are in our hearts and changed from Thursday, thoughts every day. Sept. 12, to Tuesday, Sept. 10. The meeting will begin We miss you, Sarah, at 7:30 p.m. and your beautiful smile. Yankee Springs Town­ Sfove aAvoys. ship meetings are held in the QJoua (ciMlCy and Intends Township Hall on Briggs Road. Yankee Springs Plan Commission sets work session Sarah E. Wiese other. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Victoria Betit says of her new career as a jeweler, “I love it. It is fun and excit­ ing.” Betit who is working to­ ward her Gemologist of America certification is a personal jeweler. She is working closely with clients in her office at the After Ef­ fects Hair Studio at 4611 North M-37 Highway in Middleville, which is part of the Mid Villa Inn. She is also presenting her fine jewelry from several manufacturers at home and office lunch hour parties. “I enjoy the one on one contact and helping people choose what they really want,” she says. At this time of year she is working with students at the high school sto elect just the right class ring. ArtCarvcd has several new designs, which Betit says arc "so fun.” Any student wishing to see catalog can call her at 795-0039. She also has some ways students can save money on the purchase of their ring. In addition to ArtCarvcd, Betit represents the Stullers line of fine jewelry. She also has some one-of-a-kind pieces at affordable prices. Among popular items which she sells are a baby ring that comes in a box with room for a picture and the child’s birth stone. Moms' rings and charms also are popular. Betit specializes in quality gold and silver jewelry. "I like being able to present quality jewelry at affordable prices," she said. As an addition Betit can give her clients an under-, standing of how to insure their jewelry since she worked in the insurance business for more than 20 years. Victoria’s Charm al After Effects is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Betit can be reached at 795-(X)39 for ap­ pointments or to schedule a lunch or evening jewelry party. After Effects salon offers massage therapy from certified therapists more Corny Jokes * Life's A Peach. - But still the best homegrown Sweet Corn anywhere! - Michigan Peaches & Pears - Homegrown Tomatoes - Michigan Melons Lots of new perennials & Mums! S&S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (616) 795 9758 NEW HOURS Mon -Sat. 9am-6pm; Sun 12 noon-5pm Juhe Lake stands by the massage table. Julie Lake and Eric Baird have brought their skills to the Middleville area by of­ fering therapeutic massage inside the After Effects beauty salon w hich is on the south side of the Middle Villa Inn. Lake is a certified mas­ sage therapist and reflexolo­ gist. Baird is also a CMT, who in addition to reflexol- ogy, offers Reiki using the ments arc available by call­ healing energy of massage ing 795-0053 and other techniques. “I like being able to help people be more relaxed. I think this is a good career and am looking forward to meeting people,” Lake says. As an introductory offer, one hour of massage costs only S30. Fees for other techniques and appoint­ Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml, September 3 2002/Page 11 Second Alaska sign proposed There’s golf at Heritage Day too by local Eagle Scout hopeful by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Ryan Fleischmann asked the Caledonia Township Board Aug. 21 for permis­ sion to put up a second Alaska Sign on the east side of the Alaska neighborhood, on the west side of Buttrick and north of 68th Street in a project to help him earn his Eagle Scout badge. Fleischmann said he re­ searched the history of Alaska and had obtained permission from the land­ owner. He has approached the Road Commission for its approval, and thought it would be a government sign. He said it would be similar to one located on the west side of the settlement. The size was planned to be 36 square feet and a drawing was intended to de­ pict the original founder of Alaska on the sign. Plant­ ings and wood chips around the sign would be installed by other scouts or parties, he said. Fleischmann was asked to Lehman to get roasted at TAEF dinner by Patrich Johns Staff Writer The dinner being planned by the Thornapple Area En­ richment Foundation in honor of Tom Lehman as “Person of the Year” should be lots of fun. Colleagues and friends like Scot; Marvin and Ray Page should fill the recogni­ tion dinner on Thursday, Sept. 19. at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville with remininiscences, jokes and perhaps a few secrets. Lehman, TK High School wrestling coach and former athletic director, is well known to the entire commu­ nity, former students, fellow coaches and friends. He is the sixth person or group to be selected by the foundation for exceptional service to the community. T~hc social hour Sept. 19 will begin at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. in the Middle Villa’s Greenery Room. The cost of the din­ ner is $25 for individuals or $40 for couples. Dinner choices are chicken, broiled scrod and sizzler steak. Ad­ ditional contributions to the TAEF also can be made. The names and addresses of those attending, along with checks made out to the Thornapple Enrichment Foundation, should be mailed by Thursday, Sept. 5, to The Thomapple Area En­ richment Foundation, c/o Barbara Dykstra. P.O. Box 40. Middleville 49333. Besides the dinner with, speeches, fond memories and surprises, the TAEF will be holding a silent auction featuring a limited selection of works by local artists. Proceeds from the auction will benefit additional com­ munity projects. sign. The official boundaries of the historic village are shown on an old plat map between the Thornapple River and the cemetery, ac­ cording to Trustee Wally Bujak. but because many residents from around the area identify as living in Alaska, he thought the sign should be OK, even if it ex­ panded the boundaries of the old village. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said the sign would best be 12 square feet, the same as other citizen signs. He said historic signs are smaller and are very effec­ tive. Ryan Fleischmann verify the date he planned to use. which was actually 1848. He was told that be­ cause Alaska is not offi­ cially a village, the sign would not be a government Yet another test of skill and/or luck will be on the west side of the Page Ele­ mentary building during Heritage Day Activities. A hole-in-one contest with a prize of $50 going to the winner. Closest to the pin will win if no one is able to shoot their ball in tne cup. Golf balls will be $1 each or 6 for $5. Bring your fa- Bujak informed Fleischmann that if he wanted a larger sign, he could go to the ZBA and ask for a variance. "They have been very generous lately," he said. Township officials asked him to clarify more details for his sign and to come back for final approval. 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The second Memorial made it impossible for some Cruise In seemed just as of the participants from far­ busy and well attended as ther away to come. the first one a year ago. So “The weather definitely well attended that organizers effected us.” said Kevin for the third Cruise In will Crawford of KC’s Footwear be starting their work in the and Sports, and Show Coor­ next few weeks. dinator. “Some from Kala­ Sponsored by local mer- Tailoring a Gift 11 V to serve your charitable interests and financial goals Ford Ablett, left, of Middleville talks with Keith Crawford and Karen Burt of Ken twood in front of his cycle that later won the Best Motorcycle category. This snazzy little number was not only protected from the inclement weather but lookers that got too curious as well. Harvey Good keeps an eye on his son Dave’s 1953 Chrysler Allard J2X. The vehicle is owned by Dave and Jonathan Good from Grand Rapids. 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Maverick Enter­ tainment's Jeff Isaak (better known as B-93’s DJ.) pro­ vided music. There was a poker walk, 50/50 drawings, trivia games, door prizes, and an auction of Dale Earnhardt memorabilia and other items. Auctioned items included a Brad Paisley autographed T-shirt (the proud owner is Melanie Corson of Alto), Dale Earnhardt* collectible cars, gloves, coolers and several handcrafted metal car silhouettes with Earn­ hardt’s number engraved on them. All proceeds from the Dale Earnhardt Memorial Cruise In were donated, in conjunction with B-93’s Roof Sit, to benefit West Michigan children’s chari­ ties. The event was hosted by Continued next page ! plans and "No Problem' claim service ululo fhinen Iniurance INM L AM I I II M] BO6NKOU* Aos/denf 497 Arlington St. (M-37) PO Box 99, Middleville Ml 49333 (616) 891-8208 (616) 795-3309 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 ->4 �The Sun and News Middleville. MLSeptember 3. 2002/Page 13 1 iPHOTO Cerate? 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Tami is a 2001 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and is employed at Malecki Music. Jeremy is a 1999 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg and co-owns and works for JV Builders. An Oct. 26. 2002 wedding . planned. IRWl Dtiy Tushy! lavender shutters. "You know, where the Thatchers live.” Many more will be able to become familiar with the home as it becomes the next in the Vintage Village created by the Village Play­ ers of Middleville. It was built in 1892 by Isaac Keeler for his son Wil­ liam and William s family. It originally cost $2500 to build. Duane Thatcher and his family have been residents of the home since 1983. The piece will be avail­ able beginning Thursday at Pharmacy Care. Shear Pleasure and Thornapple Floral. The cost is $15. The Village Players will not have a booth at this year’s Heritage Days festi­ val. The Keeler-Thatcher home's recreation at part of the Vintage Village is now available ( _________ : til Still Available... 1 - Chevrolet Cavalier or $3,000 1 - Chevrolet Monte Carlo otzjL)Si)$2,500 1 - Chevrolet S-10 Truek or $3,000 1 - Chevrolet Avalanche or zj SJ 1> 2J$3,000 2 - Chevrolet Suburbans or $2,500 1 - Chevrolet Tahoe or $2,500 1 - Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext or^5Sh$2,500 1 - Buick LeSabre (1 left) or $3,000 1 - Buick Century (Drivers Ed) $3,000 2.9% 1 - 1/2 ton Silverado or $3,000 Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S IA37 IN HASTINGS ■ 616-945-2425 1-600-235-2425 11 Reception will close Insoon Felch art exhibit www.btllsei1.com 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NFW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available ♦ Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) ♦ Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. -A’UL ♦ ♦ i t w * 11 XJfcltfGtiil Subscribe to the Hastings Banner Christopher J. Hier, ♦ The closing reception for the works of Insoon Felch currently on display at the Thornapple Arts Council gallery at 117 State Street in Hastings will be on Sept. 7 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The public is invited to see the exuberant works by this Middleville area artist. Your Smile The First Thing People See! and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 �The Sun and News. Middleville, MVSeptember 3 2002/Page 15 Nabbed burglars may be tied to rash of incidents Eric “Lee” Reyff II MIDDLEVILLE - Eric “Lee" Reyff II. age 13, of Middleville passed away Aug. 26, 2002 from acci­ dental injuries. Lee was starting eighth grade at Thomapple Kellogg Middle School in Middleville. He is survived by his mother. Michelle (Lutz) Wendt, of Middleville; his father, Eric Lee Reyff of Cadillac; three sisters. Kortney Reyff. Niki Reyff. and Chelsea Reyff. all of Middleville; grandparents. Dick and Sue Reyff. and Evelyn Lutz and Phillip West, all of Middleville; Orville E. Pickard--------------HASTINGS - Orville E. Pickard, age 70, of Hastings died Sunday, Aug. 25. 2002 at his residence. Mr. Pickard was bom on April 25, 1932 in Yankee Springs Township. Barry County. Ml. the son of Orville and Mary (Converse) Pickard. He was raised in the Yankee Springs area and attended the Yankee Springs School, graduating in 1950 from Middleville High School. He was married to Gaye J. Driggers on March I. 1952. Mr. Pickard served nearly 20 years in the U.S. Army from July 25, 1950 until his retirement April 10. 1969. He moved to Hastings in 1969 from El Paso. Texas. He was a member of the Hastings Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints, served as the church’s phys­ ical plant superintendent and in the Family History Center. He was a member of the D.A.V.; V.F.W. and the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing. Mr. Pickard is survived by his daughters, Deborah (Darrell) Castelein of Hastings and Mary Jo (Michael) Kramer of Wyoming; son, Wayne (Marilouise Carlson) Pickard of Alto; 11 grand­ children; seven great grand­ children; sisters. Ruth Jean (Dave) McMonigle of Middleville and Sara Mae (Ed) Colburn of Middleville; brothers. Donald Pickard of Middleville and Carl (Mary Jo) Pickard of Alto; and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife. Gay on Aug. 25, 1987; grandson. Toby Tobias; sis­ ter. Mane Kermeen; broth­ er, Bill Pickard. Services were held Wednesday. Aug. 28. 2002 at Hastings Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints. Elder Ken Stewart officiat­ ed. Burial was at Ft. Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice or charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. great grandmother, Irena Sissell; aunts. uncles, cousins and many friends. A memorial service was held Friday. Aug. 30. 2002 at the Middleville United Methodist Church. Rev. Lee Zachman officiated. Inter­ ment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School in memory of Eric “Lee" Reyff II. V Two Battle Creek resi­ dents have been arrested and charged with breaking and entering after they were caught in the act of allegedly trying to rob the Yankee Springs Car Wash early Sat­ urday. Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Barry Brandt, with help from Deputies Dar leaf and Richelle Spencer appre­ hended Michael Allen Koch, 24. and Sara Elizabeth Le­ sher. 25, after Brandt no­ ticed suspicious activity at the car wash, located on M179 near Gun Lake. Koch and Lesher have been charged with one count each of breaking and enter­ ing a building with intent to commit a larceny and pos­ sessing burglar's tools. Both were arraigned on the charges and initial Si0.000 cash bonds on each suspect were reduced to 10 percent of S7.500. Pre-exam hearings are set for Wednesday. Sept. 4. at 8:30 a.m. in Barry County's 56-B District Court. A number of businesses in the area have been bur­ glarized by thieves for the past month with the car wash being targeted for the second time. Officials did not say whether the suspects are linked to any other burgla­ ries. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads GRAND OPENING- 301 EAST BROADWAY, WOODLAND, Ml A Saturday, September 7th 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM Frustrated. .. * Visit Our New Showroom * Grills • Water Heaters •Vent Free Heaters • and Much Morelli A QUICKFIT IS A COMPLETE WORKOUT THAT ONLY TAKES 30 MINUTESI • It’® fun • It’s u&er friendly • It’® designed for women • Dums body fat • Degins when you show up A i Curves for women //> *30 Minute Fitness & Weight Loss Centers' 137 E. Main St., Caledonia. 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The planned projects would involve the intercon­ nection of the north and south township water sys­ tems and the design of the water and sewer improve­ ments from 92nd Street to 100th Street, which would allow the Garden Grove pro­ ject on the southeast corner to move ahead. Though this would allow that private project to move ahead, the Township Board and Planning Commission recently have questioned ap­ proval of that plan based on a changed plan for traffic in and out of the development. Unless that wrinkle is smoothed out, the expensive sewer improvements, esti­ mated at a little less than $1 million, would seem prema­ ture. The improvements to the township sanitary sewer and water systems would include the purchase of capacity in the M-37 interceptor, and the purchase of capacity of the south township water system in satisfaction and settlement of township con­ tractual obligations under the water system transfer agreement dated Aug 1, 1997. This step, expressing in­ tent to move ahead, would lead next to proceeding with a township bond issue to fund the cost of the im­ provements. Attorney Jim White gave a presentation to introduce the concept stage for these improvements. White. Wil­ cox Associates and Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson have worked together on the plan. CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENT INVENTORY Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learning and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a developmental screen­ ing for preschool aged children to identify those who may benefit from early educa­ tional intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to schedule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appointment. The screening will take place Friday, September 13, 2002 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service. (The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) The resolution stated it would be advantageous to the township to proceed with the improvements, but some board members were not so sure. The township is already obligated to pay for services now expected to cost $3 million or more, much more than originally anticipated. Trustee Wally Bujak questioned not seeking bids for these plans from other potential providers. Wilcox is designated to design the system. Bujak pointed out the inconsistency of hiring Wilcox for a $3 million pro­ ject when township policy requires getting bids for a $3,000 expenditure. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son explained that Wilcox had been hired to be the township engineer, and that the township is not required to obtain bids for services, and questioned bringing an­ other party into an estab­ lished process, where Wil­ cox has extensive knowl­ edge and experience to con­ tribute to the project. He said the board had voted to hire Wilcox for the north­ west projects for that reason. Trustee Richard Robert­ son pointed out some prob­ lems in estimating the even­ tual return on some assess­ ments. The total revenues expected on a system are in part based on interest, which changes if a parly pays off the assessment earlier than the 20 years expected. The township is still obligated for the interest on the bonds to finance the project, how­ ever. In the case of the Campau Kettle Lake project, many users paid off their assess­ ments early. If with the new project, if Garden Grove sells a lot to a buyer, and the CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Townsfup of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on September 9. 2002, at 7 00 p m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street Catedonta Michigan on the application of James Steketee tor an amendment m the Caledonia Charter TownsNp General Development Plan The lands affected by the proposed amendment are commonly desenbed as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue The following desenbed lands would be designated tor general commercial purposes, m the place of the* cunent designation tor high density residential purposes That part ot the North 195 65 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8. Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan which bes East oi the East nght-of-way line of Broadmoor Avenue/M-37 and lies West ot a bne running S27*45*56*E from a point on the North tone of said Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 whch pewit is approximately 325 teet East of the East bne of toe Broadmoor AvenuaM-37 ngnt-of-way. said par­ cel being part of Permanent Parcel Nos 41-23-08-300-012 and 41-23-08 300-001 The toitowmg desertoed lands would be designated tor high density residential purposes n the place of their current designation tor general commercial purposes That part ot the North 1/2 ot the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 Town 5 North Range 10 West Caledonia Township Kent County. Michigan whch bes East of a bne running S27’45 56*E from a point on the East-West 1/4 bne of said Section 8 whch point is approximately 325 teet East ot toe East bne of the Broadmoor Avenue/M-37 nght-of-way EXCEPT tor the East 100 teet ot said North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 8. said lands being part of Permanent Parcel Nos 41 23-08 300-012 and 41 23-08 300-001 AM interested persons may attend the pubic hearing and comment on toe requested amendment in the General Development Plan A copy of toe proposed amendment and toe Plan are on He and may be examined by interested persons at toe Caledonia Charter Townshc oAces at toe above­ stated address Written comments concemng the proposed amendment may be submmed to toe Planning Commission at toe above-stated Townstwp oAce address i<> to toe time of toe pubic heanng Dated August 16, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 304 assessment is paid off. reve­ nues could possibly never be realized, he said. White con­ firmed this could happen. Robertson stressed there was an indebtedness of around $3.5 million with all the details, and which could amount to $5 million even­ tually. ’We can pay off the obli­ gation over 10 or 20 years." he said, "and save users thousands of dollars." How­ ever. he was not convinced the additional $500,000 in improvements were "abso­ lutely vital to the function­ ing of the new northwest system." There will be money left over on the sewer side, which he said would have to be refunded because it was coming in at too much, and the township would have to re-borrow at a higher inter­ est rate, because of hookups. There is an advantage to having enough capacity in a new system so that new us­ ers can potentially be con­ nected to the system if they request it in the future, and spread the cost to more us­ ers, while lowering it for in­ dividuals. Extension of the existing village sewer system to the south of 100th Street is not feasible because it is only an eight-inch pipe, and it is not deep enough. Extension of an adequate sewer system to the south will cost about $930,000, Robertson said, which would serve about 170 cus­ tomers. He said if the town­ ship gets all the interest, it would barely cover the cost of putting it in. He said he did not think this was a good return on the investment. Special assessments guar­ antee revenues to an extent, but not all of that interest, based on speculation on how many people hook up to the system, he said. He asked if other poten­ tial customers along M-37 had been located who would like to be connected to these services, who could share in the overall cost. Pierson ex­ plained connection to a wa­ ter system to the south is not guaranteed, because it is not mandatory. Whether water would have to be added im­ mediately or could be de­ layed was uncertain. Robertson pointed out a fairness issue of assessments for residents along M-37 where a service main is in­ stalled in their front yard which raises the taxable value of their properties, whether or not they hook up to the system. The Planning Commis­ sion would also be pressured to get people to hook up to the system. Robertson said. "We have an obligation to let people know in advance what we are doing, which will affect them." he said. "If we go ahead, there should be a special assess­ ment district so everyone can weigh in on it." At present the area is zoned for agricultural and rural residential use. He said residents want to maintain a rural community, and run­ ning the sewer beyond llXMh Street would result in other owners along M-37 on the west side wanting to rezone their property for develop­ ment. just as the owners on the east side had done. Rob­ ertson said owners on the west side had already ex­ pressed such hopes. Even though the motion would be prelithinary. and authorized only the design phase, and was not a com­ mitment to go ahead with the project, trustees wanted more information. Bujak said he agreed He said the speculative nature of payback on the bonds made him ask. can a pro­ jected pay back period actu­ ally be met ? Trustee Bill Bravata said though he felt M-37 was the best place for business growth to occur, he would like more information in the interest of fairnc.vs and to get the best possible plan and Continued next page Charter Township of Caledonia MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. September 4. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan Note. Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting. By contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION. 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA. A Minutes of the August 21st Minutes B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A. Server B. Consideration of the Resolution of Intent to Make Public Improvements 10. NEW BUSINESS. A. Fire Chief Appointment B POW- MIA Recognition Day Resolution 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED). 13. ADJOURNMENT. (300) NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF IRVING TOWNSHIP The regular meeting of the Irving Township will be held on Tuesday, September 10th, instead of Wed­ nesday, at 7:00 p.m. The meetings are held at the township Hall at corner of Wood School and Wing Rds. This is a change for September only. Card Er gang Irving Township Clerk Absentee Ballot for Thornapple Kellogg School Bond Election - September 24, 2002 Absentee Ballot Applications may be requested by phone or letter or may be picked up at the Administration Building, 10051 Green Lake Road, Middleville, Ml 49333. Absentee Ballots will be available September 4, 2002. You are eligible to use an absent voter ballot if: • You expect to be absent from the community on September 24, 2002 • You are physically unable to attend the polls without assistance of another • You cannot attend the polls because of the tenets of your religion • You are 60 years of age or older Applications for absent voter ballots may be received until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2002. Emergency application for absent ballots may be made unbl 4:00 p.m. on election day. Should you have any ques­ tions regarding this absent voter procedure, please call Erica Dudik at (269) 795-5521. Absentee Ballots are also available on Saturday, Septem­ ber 21, 2002, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Administration Building, 10051 Green Lake Road, Middleville, Ml 49333. �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml-September 3. 2002. Page 17 From previous page cost. He said he preferred to refer this back in order to consider other alternatives. A denial of the motion re­ sulted in no action at this time. Another workshop to study the issues involved is expected to be scheduled soon. Pierson said the cost estimates could be tight­ ened, and he had answers for some of the questions In other recently utility business for the Township Board: Asphalt/concrete bids for water tower entrance im­ provements were approved. Installation of a dehu­ midifier at the South Water Plant by Allied Mechanical was approved. Pierson said the equipment was salvaged and would be installed at lit­ tle or no cost by the contrac­ tor which had removed it from the Foremost Plant. The last time similar new equipment was installed, the cost was from 10 to 12 thou­ sand dollars. Utility budget amend­ ments in two items were ap­ proved. Amended water budget revenues were raised from $135,423 to $154,425. Correlating expense was $154,425. The M-37 sewer budget revenues went from $201,200 to $217,301 with corresponding expenses. Change orders for con­ tracts 1, 2 and 3 were re­ vised. One involved an addi­ tion of pipe wrap, amount­ ing to about 1 percent of the total project. Pipe wrap pre­ vents corrosion for longer periods of time. Harrison felt this decision could have been made by Pierson with­ out board approval. Larger issues could be brought to the board. Two conflicts over MDOT right of way issues required other revisions to the contracts on water and sewer systems. The board postponed ac­ tion to insure the township against sewer and storm drain problems, to protect against liability, primarily because the coverage was so low. More than one bid was solicited, with one company not responding. Two quotes were compared. The best of­ fer was $75,000 of insurance per occurrence for a $4,000 annual premium. One com­ pany required the sewer and storm insurance be part of an inclusive policy with other kinds of insurance. One company offered this kind of insurance separately. Township officials thought storm drain insur­ ance was more critical than sanitary sewer insurance. Although there was money in the budget to cover the premium, it was believed the amount of dam­ ages stemming from a storm drain problem would likely exceed the amount of the policy. Supervisor Bryan Harrison said there was lim­ ited governmental liability anyway, and unless there was true negligence, the township could not be held liable. The board voted to not pursue the coverage with an option to do so with an an­ nual review. In other business, fire de­ partment consultant and se­ lection committee chair Bill Thorton reported to the board on progress toward hiring five new firefighter candidates for the depart­ ment. A sixth candidate has been asked to provide more information. Applications for fire chief are being accepted by the se­ lection board. Thorton said three candidates were being considered. An opening for a town­ ship administrative assistant is to be advertised, follow ­ ing a statement of intention by the previous employee to not return to the job after maternity leave. The needs of the job have changed, and perhaps the description needs to be changed. Trustee Bill Bravata asked to seek a person who knows how to work on grant requests to help the township to take ad­ vantage of available oppor­ tunities. Harrison agreed. The board approved post­ ing the position with respon­ sibilities detailed in the Grand Rapids Press. The se­ lection committee will in­ clude the supervisor, man­ ager and assessor. The board lowered the property tax rate to 2.67 mills, as required by Michi­ gan statute. The tax rate is reduced proportionately to reflect any tax increase over the inflation rate realized in the state equalized valuation of property due to the in­ crease in the tax base, or number of citizens paying property taxes in the town­ ship. This is a part of the Headlee Amendment of 1995. The state decides the tax rate and the township cannot determine the amount of taxes to reflect an antici­ pated amount* of expense The township budget must be adjusted to reflect the ex pected portion to be allo­ cated back from the state. Trustee Richard Robert son objected to the tow nship having to commit itself to a property tax rate before knowing what its budget ex­ penses would be for later in the year. A budget hearing and public notice of the hearing is required at that time. Whitneyville condos receive a thumbs up by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Whitneywood Site Con­ dominiums off Whitneyville Avenue south of 84th Street was given approval by the Township Board Aug. 21. Don DeGroot from Exxel Engineering presented the request for owners Bob and Joan Sherer. The site condominium is on a long parcel of land with a private drive on one boundary to which each of the lots would connect. It is planned to have nine lots, including some existing home sites. One unique feature of the property was that water drains through an area of Whitneywood, in the same system as Riverland Ridge, and toward the west on church property. A berm may be created to cause a AREAAA, | ALANON MEETINGS : Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9‘>64 Cherry Valley #3. Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church. AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. more direct drainage route. There were plans for a co­ operative arrangement with an easement to direct water where it is desirable for all involved, and for sharing the church detention area through a culvert. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner had listed several condi­ tions, some of which had been met and some yet to be completed: 1. Fire department ap­ proval of submitted plans had been obtained for the 60-foot wide private road and 44-foot radius cul-desac. 2. Health department ap­ provals were also being awaited, a condition passed along to the township board. The lots must perk for on site septic systems, drain fields and wells. 3. Written documentation of the drainage easement was to be provided. The pro­ ject does comply with all Kent County Drainage re­ quirements. Written ease­ ments for the cooperative drainage plans had been ob­ tained. The private drive has been submitted for approval by the Kent County Drain Commissioner and the town­ ship engineer The Road Commission has given road design, and a driveway and curb cut per­ mit. Call 945-9554 for classified ads Thanks to you Barry County DeGroot explained to the planning commission ear­ lier, that the advantage of developing a site condo un­ der the site condominium act instead of a simple land division was that it would allow nine lots instead of four, and would allow a pri­ vate road, with less grading and width than on a public street at 66 feet. Private road maintenance is more desir­ able than public, DeGroot said. With all documentation provided with the applica­ tion for the final approval of the project, no barriers re­ mained, which was a situa­ tion pleasing to the board Incomplete applications with attached unmet condi­ tions or incomplete docu­ mentation has created per­ sistent problems for the township, and a change in policy to not allow condi­ tional approvals in the future is likely. 99 SUBURBAN LT tIOQOC 4x4, 60k, dual a/c................... ===_ 3989 68th St. SE, Dutton, MI 616-554-1625 <<u616 H93-3656 616-554-2359 Hsmes vanoy vn.iui< »xik*s#|un< ut >m ojjk r Ixmn M. m A Mini H M, l„ Our Service is a Full House specializing in... 816 boys 1st thru 12th Custom Homes, Additions & Remodeling grade and boys and girls 14-21 were able to participate in Boy Scouts and Venturing programs. Ask about special pricing for houses started 2002! Contact Todd United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community 616-915-4943 • 616-945-9810 Licensed & Insured �Page 18/The Sun and News M.ddievi»e ML'Septembe' 3. 2002 Town Square property sold to Visser Brothers by Patricia Johns Not just fourth and fifth graders as pictured here will enjoy the challenge of the Knight Moves Chess tournament at Heritage Days Chess tourney set for Saturday The Heritage Days Com­ mittee invites local chess players to sign up for the Knight Moves chess tourna­ ment scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. This second annual tour­ nament will feature games for players from kindergar­ ten through adult. The cost is a $5 registra­ tion fee per player. The tour­ nament will be held at Page Elementary School. Register on site between 12:30 and 1 p.m. TK swimmers to start first season The TK girls’ swim team will go into action Sept. 3 at Plainwell for the first time ever as a varsity sport. For the first time the Middleville swimmers will be able to letter as well as participate at conference and state meets. There is one problem with this year’s team however, “one yard”. The TK pool is one yard short so the team can’t have any home swim meets. Coach Pete Beaudoin, who coached the TK swim club team last year, says that it’s tough with the pool be­ ing short and only having four lanes for the 30 girls on the team to practice like they should. The girls have been running and using weights 3989 68th St. SE, Dutton, MI phon<: 616-554-1625 ccii: 616-893-3656 616-554-2359 \ ;iix »y cnauit iun< >.c< mi Vrtfe*uffkr boars. M<« X Uol k-x 1ik-x Hmwx x Fri. K4 Wnltv. Um-Fh M-5 in the pool during the two and a half hours they spend there each weeknight to try to get in shape for the sea­ son. Captains for this fall’s squad are senior Andrea Sypniewski, juniors Megan McGillicuddy and Jessica Julius, and sophomore Ali­ son Sager. They’ll lead a team that has eleven girls back from last year’s swim club and eleven new fresh­ men. At this point in the season many new swimmers are still working on their turns and stroke techniques, says Beaudoin, as well as stroke quality and their kicking. Beaudoin said that Ath­ letic Director Mark Uyl was instrumental in getting this team going at TK. Uyl talked the school board into allowing the creation of an­ other TK team and helped raise money for the equip­ ment that the girls’ would need according to Beaudoin. I Cherry Valley Livestock Buyer's i Werkema Machine Company T hornet Chevrolet Alto Gas Andrea Smith Thomapple Fluid Power Mike Donovan Lt. Gov. Dick Posthumus I King Milling I Zook Farm Equipment I Ridgeview Farms I Roger Millhouse I Seif Chevrolet of Hastings I County Line Dairy Farm 1 Supenor Renovations I VandeBunte Farms I Jacobson Concrete & ! Construction I Freeport Supply Parker Excavating Seif Chevrolet of Caledonia Craig Newhoff jordan Smith Concrete K&R Excavating. Inc Wilcox Construction Blue Ribbon Feed NAPA Auto and Truck Parts of Greenville D&W Food Centers Hany Van Loan Wolvenne Masonrv Great Lakes Painting & Decorating Stedfast Construction VanLaan Concrete & Construction Fillmore Equipment of Holland Caledonia Fanners Elevator Green Valley Ag. Hulst Htg. & dg Seif Farm and Trucking Greenndge Realty GVL Excavating Davis Dental Lab Kevin's Body Shop Steketee Development Co. Diverse© Wolvenne Tractor Co. DVK Construction Delsantro Co. Carol Workman Michigan Wire D&D Tracking <3A w Staff Writer Middleville Village Man­ ager Bryan Gruesbeck an­ nounced at the Aug. 27 meeting of the Village Council that the former Town Square development was purchased by Visser Brothers Construction. The property had been under development by Paul Getty and was up for sale following Getty’s death. The purchase means that the vil­ lage will receive payments for 2001 and 2002 for the infrastructure improvements and for inspections of the properly. Gruesbeck told the coun­ cil he was not sure what Visser planned to do with the property other than be­ ginning with the residential portion of the site. Gruesbeck also gave the council asked Gruesbeck to council an overview of the work with the construction progress of Stage Coach companv and homeowners on correcting some prob­ Park and the parking area. “Some is going a little lems with the new tree slower than we expected.” lawns along Grand Rapids but everything’s under Street. Gruesbeck also will work way.” there may be some with the asphalt company to changes to the design of the make some corrections park once the village sees along the streets which were what the usage patterns are. just paved. The Gazebo, which will Charlie Miller from house the stagecoach, is un­ EarthTech reported that eve­ der construction. Volunteers rything is going well at the working with council mem­ wastewater treatment plant. ber Bill Kenyon will come The Department of Environ­ on Tuesday to start putting mental Quality also gave on the shingles. them the new license which The stagecoach has been will allow them to expand repaired. Some minor ad­ their capacity without add­ justments will be made and ing on to the facility. it will be protected form The next meeting of the dust while it is being stored Village of Middleville until it can be housed at the Council will be at 7 p.m. park. Tuesday. Sept. 10, in Vil­ In other business, the lage Hall. Brochure answers Thornapple fire renewal proposal questions by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Residents of Thornapple Township who have ques­ tions about the proposed one mill renewal for fire protec­ tion on the Nov. 5 ballot can pick up a brochure that an­ swers some of the questions. The one mill should raise about $182,000 during the first year of tax collection. It will cost the owner of a $100,000 home with a tax­ able value of $50,000 ap­ proximately $50 per year. Residents of the township have been paying for fire protection through a dedi­ cated millage since 1954. The last levy was passed in August 2000 and expires with the December 2002 tax billing. The levy funds fire equip­ ment and salaries for fulltime and on-call firefighters. This year the budget for fire services is $283,000. Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) now has five full-time paramedic/firefighters, who along with on-call firefight­ ers, cover ambulance calls and fire runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Copies of the brochure and a second brochure detailing progress of planning the new emer­ gency services facility are available in the township of­ fices. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! New members invited GFWC-Gun Lake area president Fran Leonard works with membership committee chair person Harlene Kok to plan the membership meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The meeting begins at 9:30 a m. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Any woman in the Gun Lake or Middleville area who would like informa­ tion on joining an active club working to support the community can call Leonard at 795-8731. The cost for brunch is $10 per person PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe Reach aver 11,000 area homes �The Sun and News Middleville. MVSeptember 3. 2002/Page 19 Officials report great start to new Caledonia school year Looking a little bit tired around the edges, these Kettle Lake first-graders in Kris Baumgartener’s class get ready to go home for the day Patrick DeFouw, left, shares a joke with fourth grade teacher Kelly Mulry and friend Zac Shetland The ever-helpful third grader. Haley Patterson, a Caledonia Elementary student gives Mrs. Pam King a helping hand with paperwork. Finally! They're at the top of the heap These Kettle Lake kids in Carmen Petro­ sky’s fifth grade start their last year as elementary students by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The first week of classes for all six Caledonia schools took place last week. Compared to the first day of school last year, with its torrential rain and intermittent power out­ ages. this years' students had a great week of weather to start school — cool, clear and calm. Emmons Lake School, which operates on an alter­ native schedule, started a couple of weeks ago with the rest of the system falling into step with a half day of school on Monday. Aug. 26. Yesterday (Monday) having been a holiday, the first full week of school for the whole district won’t be until next week. Catching up with friends is the reward for having to get used to new teachers, new busing schedules, new classes and locker combina­ tions. 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Ml/September 3 2002/Page 21 ‘12 Angry Jurors’ plays Sept. 5-8 Relay Center helps Michigan residents calling." don’t hang up* The Center is a communications system that allows hearing If you receive a telephone call and a person says, the Michigan Relay Center is POLICE BEAT Break-in reported at fairgrounds office inside office of the building, located on the Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 North M37. Nothing was found miss­ ing and the incident remains under investigation. Troopers have no leads on who may have broken into the office at the Barry Expo Center or why. Police were called at 7:18 a.m. Aug. 26 when an em­ ployee discovered that someone had broken into the Stroke victim returns to find her car stolen A woman who had suf­ fered a stroke and was recu­ perating at her son’s home returned to her own home Aug. 24 in Thornapple Township to find her 1993 Honda Accord missing from her garage The woman told troopers she had last seen the car on Aug. 16 at her home in the 1800 block of South Patter­ son Road. Troopers learned Aug. 25 that police in Rockford found the car abandoned near Rockford. The woman told police she does not want to press charges and that she “just wants her car back.” Four-wheeler, trailer stolen in Irving Twp. A white. 1986 Honda four-wheel off road vehicle and a Yamaha motorcycle trailer have turned up miss­ ing from a home in the 6000 block of West Barnum Road in Irving Township, the Michigan State Police re- port. Troopers said the items reportedly were discovered missing from a barn Aug. 16. 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They also took home the O-K Gold confer­ ence championship. Everyone, from freshmen to seniors, put in their miles this summer. Wilcox was excited to sec the freshmen ready to run as early as July and the upperclassmen put with the performance so far in more miles than ever. this season. She said she ex­ Junior Tricia Miedema is pected the team to be a little back to lead the Scots with tired because they’d been senior runners Becca Bus­ working so hard in practice field, Katie Ryan, and Kris­ this preseason, including tina McCleve. running relays with the Stefanie Maxim has been Grand Rapids Track Club. a pleasant suprise for coach Meanwhile. Russ Gerber Ellen Wilcox. Maxim was is beginning his first season injured for most of last fall. as the boys’ cross country Wilcox said it was good to coach at Caledonia. Its al­ see her running so well at ways tough to step into the the start of this season. shoes of a legend. John SoOther runners to watch derman coached at Caledo­ for include freshmen Britney nia for 27 years. Soderman Jacques and Kendra Ross. was the dean of cross coun­ Wilcox has been happy try in west-Michigan. Ger­ ber said the parents and run­ ners have all been real sup­ portive of him so far this season. The team has captured the last three O-K Gold confer- New faces take court for eagers Coach Angie Stauffer in­ herits a young, inexperi­ enced team in her first year as Caledonia’s varsity girls’ basketball coach. Juniors, forward Julie Slot and center Mindy Bode are the top returnees form the squad that went 13-8 last season, with a 10-6 mark in the O-K Gold conference. Also returning are seniors Kristin DcBlaay (center) and Carlie Sanxter (guard). Forward Kristi Woodcock is a senior joining the varsity for the first time. Emily Desy, Shelby King, Megan Sandtveit, and Brianna Hormel are all juniors who are making the jump EC's Footwear & Sports 9355 Cherry Valley Caledonia Village Center 891-9139 Movie Outpost ence championships and won’t be shooting for any­ thing less this fall. Seniors Patrick Spitzley, John Heckman, and Pat O’Connor are the leading runners back for the Scots. Kasey Borr and Kirk Post return for their junior cam­ paigns and along with fresh- Hastings City Bank Here for You Since 1886 Print Plus qualify as a team for the state meet. Caledonia's harriers will next run against Cedar Springs Wednesday Sept. 4 at Johnson Park then take place in the Middleville In­ vitational at Yankee Springs Monday Sept. 9. Caledonia football squad faces challenging year Defense will be the strength of this season's Scots’ football team, espe­ cially the linebackers and the secondary. Seniors Tony Pike at cor­ ner and free-safety Joe Kowalski are the top return- Scot girls’ tennis looks to improve from jayvee to the varsity. They round out the squad with freshman, point guard. Carrie Butcher. Coach Stauffer secs them as a hard working group Caledonia’s girls’ tennis with a good overall skill squad went .500 last season level. and finished sixth in the OThey’ll need that good K Gold. This season they work ethic to battle with the are looking to move in the league's top teams. South the top three in the confer­ Christian. Kenowa Hills, ence by improving every­ and Wyoming Park. day. The Scots began their sea­ Rachel Zylstra at first sin­ son Aug. 27 at Godwin gles and Carly Farver at sec­ Heights then traveled to ond singles return with the Middleville to take on the first doubles team of Jenny Trojans Aug. 29. Workman and Amy Jo Their next game is Tues­ Leatherman. day Sept. 3 at Lake wood. The Scots are a team full men John Goebel. Drew O’Malley, and sophomore Joe Faurena all are practic­ ing hard to keep the front of the pack tight. Gerber expects the boys to battle Wyoming Park. Ce­ dar Springs, and Sparta for the conference champion­ ship before they can try to of girls who give their best effort each day and want to get better. Unity Christian and Wayland are the top teams that will be in the Scots’ way this year in the O-K Gold. At the Lakewood Invita­ tional to begin the season the girls finished third be­ hind Northview and Lake­ wood. They defeated Byron Center 8-3 Aug. 22 for the team’s first dual match vic­ tory of the season. ecs to the Scots' secondary. Angel Castillo is a junior who will provide help at an­ other corner position in his first season with the varsity. Captains Greg Jousma and Matt Paarlberg arc back to play linebacker for their senior season. Jousma will also play tightend for the Scots. Junior Zach Larson is another linebackcr/tightend combo and is one of the key additions to the varsity. With only twenty five players on the varsity team this season every player on the roster is listed as having at least one offensive and defensive position. Pike and Castillo are the teams quar­ terbacks on the other side of the ball. Head coach Tom Burrill said he was pretty enthusias­ tic about his team after a scrimmage against West Catholic where his defense played well and his offense found a few things to work on before the season opener against a tough Fast Grand Rapids team. Junior captain Brian Dcrks is back on an offen­ sive line w hich is one of the key question marks for this years squad. After the West Catholic Burrill said that his offense needed to work on maintain­ ing blocks so quarterbacks Pike and Castillo can find time to throw and junior running back Kyle Klyn and senior fullback Anthony Reed can find holes to run through. Burrill said the goals this season arc the same as every season, to win the Gold and make the playoffs. The Fighting Scots opened their season last Thursday Aug. 29 at East Grand Rapids. This week Caledonia hosts their first Friday night game of the season when the TK Trojans visit town Sept. 6. Stauffer & Wiggers Christopher J. Hier D.D.S. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Mullers Paint N Paper Gary Scott, D.D.S. 9958 Cherry Valley 227 E. Main St., Caledonia insurance Agency, Inc. 9365 Cherry Valley Caledonia 891*0004 891-9171 891*9294 891-1240 Maynards Premier Travel Montery Grille Sun & News 9980 Cherry Valley Caledonia 9505 Cherry Valley Caledonia 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings 7105 Kraft Ave.. SE, Caledonia 1 block north of 100th street in Caledonia 554*0311 891-2908 800-870-7085 269-945-9554 Rainbow’s End Seif of Caledonia Edward Jones Yarn, Crafts & Variety 1/2 Off Card Shop Caledonia Village Center 632 E. Main St., Caledonia Caledonia 9030 N. 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Ml'September 3. 2002/Page 23 Season opener tough for Scot griders by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The old story goes “We walked to school in 10 feet of snow, uphill both ways.” With the exception of the weather, that’s about how it looked for Caledonia’s foot­ ball team last Thursday night. The Fighting Scots had a tough opening night facing an East Grand Rapids squad that looks like it could be one of the top teams in the state and the at least 6,000 Pioneer fans who showed up to dedicate their remodeled Memorial Field and new Jimmy Gerken Plaza. Four Caledonia fumbles and one interception led to the Pioneers’ shutout. 49-0. East scored a touchdown on each of its first five pos­ sessions and Caledonia didn’t earn its first firstdown until senior Anthony Reed carried the ball past the marker with 30 seconds remaining in the third quar­ ter. The five turnovers by the Kyle Klyn tries to break a tackle and get around the comer against EGR (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia offense kept its defense backed up for most of the game, leaving the D to try to stop the powerful EGR offense . Searching for positives, head coach Tom Burrill said he didn’t think his defense played as poorly as the score indicated. “You can’t turn the ball over five times against any­ body.” he commented. Caledonia’s first defen­ sive stop came on the Pio­ neers' final drive of the first half. The Scots’ forced a punt after a three and out by the East offense then soon after went into the locker room down 35-0. On their final offensive drive of the game the Scots finally moved the ball from their own end of the field and recorded a couple more first downs. Reed broke free from the Scots’ own 48 yard-line and took the foot­ ball 25 yards down to the East 27. Kevin Grady Jr., East’s 511 220-lb. sophomore phe­ nom running back, ran over and past the Scots for three Scots’ golf expects big things this year Scot eagers defeat Godwin, then TK Coach Gus Wagner of Caledonia's boys' golf team said that the team had a lot of fun at the state tourna­ ment last year. The taste of it is in their mouths and they definitely want to go back. The Scots expect big things this year, especially from their top four players who have all taken turns so far this fall as the team’s top shooter. Juniors Abe Mulvi­ hill, Chris Leatherman, Lo­ ren Crandell, and senior Matt Ziesemer have all im­ proved their games from last fall and Wagner says he ex­ pects them to keep improv­ ing as the year goes on. Issac Mulvihill is a new­ comer who has stepped up and will add some depth to this years squad. There is so much talent in the O-K Gold it’s incredible says Wagner. South Chris­ tian is the early favorite, with Wayland, Kenowa Hills, Wyoming Park, and the Scots not too far behind them. All five teams will be in a shoot-out this season for the conference crown Wagner says that this year should be really exciting for his Scots who get to play the regionals on their home course, Broadmoor. Experienced defense will lead Scots’ soccer Strong defense and goaltending will have to lead Caledonia’s boys’ soccer team this fall as it looks to improve upon last year’s 1011 finish. Nate VanEnk earned all­ conference honors last year and is strong as the Scots’ defensive leader. Seniors Kyle Hemmes and Eli Cooley return to once again team with Va­ nEnk on the Scots back line along with junior Ryan Rogers who joined the var­ sity midway through last season and coach Brian Broekhuisen calls “as tough as they come”. Experienced senior goal­ keeper Scott Rodgers and talented sophomore keeper Tyler Ybema provide the last line of defense against the Scots’ net. Matt Ziersemer was hon­ orable mention all-confer­ ence last fall as a junior. Ziersemer is joined by sophomore Trent Van Haitsma, who missed last season with a knee injury, in the Caledonia midfield. The defense should be strong. The key will be for the team to find some real scoring threats. Broekhuisen says that Van Haitsma could be an important attacker trying to help senior forward Devin TePastte and the rest of the Scots' front-line put the ball in the net. Junior James Cooley. Eli’s brother, is improved as an outside midfielder the Scots will try to take advan­ tage of his passing skills. Broekhuisen says that the potential is there for his team to win the O-K Gold with the team s strong sen­ ior leadership and unselfish play. The Scots host Hudson­ ville on Sept 3 and travel to take on Cedar Springs Thursday Sept. 5. Caledonia will also host Ludington Saturday Sept. 7 at noon. In their season opener the Scots’ girls' basketball team brought down host Godwin 50-42. Coach Angie Farmer after her first game said that she found a few things to work on in the win, nothing is per­ fect and her Scots will con­ tinually be looking to im­ prove. Julie Slot led the Scots with 15pts. Freshman point guard Carrie Butcher had 12 “which is pretty good in your first game,” according to Farmer. In Middleville on Thurs­ day Aug. 29 Caledonia’s girls’ basketball team domi­ nated the first half of action against TK outscoring the Trojans 27-8. The Trojans played the Scots much more evenly in the second half but weren’t able to make up any ground and fell by a final score of 54-31. TK coach Marcy Uyl said that part of the struggles in the first half could be attrib­ uted to the fact that the Tro­ jans were playing their first game of the season. TK didn’t play very well in the post, but Uyl doesn’t expect that to happen many more times this season. Caledonia’s Brianna Hormel led all scorers with 12 points, mostly by shooting 8-10 from the free-throw line. Julie Slot had 11 and Mindy Bode 10. Whitney Robertson hit two three pointers to lead the Trojans with 7 pts. Stephanie Scott added 6. Next up for Caledonia is a game Tuesday Sept. 3 at Lakewood. Middleville’s next game is Thursday Sept. 5 at Grand Rapids Central. Senior QB Tony Pike rolls right to try to buy himself and his receivers some more time. (Photo by Brett Bre­ mer) touchdowns on the ground and one through the air. Junior Kyle Klyn led the Scots ground game, rushing 7 times for 47 yards. Reed carried the ball 10 times for 31yds. Joe Kowalski racked up 15 tackles for the Scots' de­ fense. Juniors Jim Uibbczoo and Brian Derks both re­ corded 10. Your Bundles of Joy Meed A Bundle of life Insurance If you hove kids, you need a big amount of life insurance A term policy from Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan provides the pro­ tection you need at a cost you can afford. Call today. Steve Elies 4695 N. 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Young Editor Middleville fans will see it for a long time as “the play that will live in in­ famy.” And it cost their football team the season opening game Friday night. “The play” occurred with only a little more than two minutes left in contest in which the Trojans were clinging to a 26-21 lead over Wayland, which had posses­ sion of the football at mid­ field. Wildcat quarterback Leon Hilaski threw a flare pass in the left flat to Nick Wysocki, but it hit the ground and the Middleville players relaxed, thinking it was just an incomplete pass. But Wysocki scooped up the pigskin and raced 49 yards to the end zone virtually un­ touched and the referees’ hands went skyward signal­ ing a touchdown. Middleville head coach Tim Penfield immediately protested, saying Hilaski's pass was incomplete, but three officials ruled the socalled pass" actually was thrown backward behind the line of scrimmage and there­ fore was the same as a pitchout. Therefore it was ruled a fumble and Wysocki recov­ ered it and ran for the score. Before the Trojans could recover from the shock of the ruling, the Wildcats rhanaged to make good on the two-point conversion at­ tempt. a pass from Hilaski to Brad Buell, and made that 29-26 score hold up when the final siren went off. The final outcome was shocking and distressing for reasons other than “the play” Middleville blew a 20-0 lead it fashioned in the sec­ ond quarter, appearing Trojan QB Chad Barager (21) runs the option play. Fullback Kyle Farris (21.) busts through the line for an 81-yard touchdown on the Trojans' opening play. poised to blow the Wildcats out of Bob White Stadium. The Trojans scored on their first play from scrim­ mage, an 81-yard yard TD romp by junior Kyle Farris, who broke several tackles and then simply outraced everybody to pay dirt. They scored again in their posses­ sion, at the 0:27 mark in the first quarter when Farris wedged into the end zone from a couple of yards out and the home team was up 14-0 before the game was even 12 minutes old. Things really began to look bleak for the highly touted Wayland outfit, one of the favorites in the O-K Gold Conference, at 6:57 in the second period when jun­ ior speedster Scott Brooks broke more than several tackles en route to a 38-yard SAVINGS Let a Professional Install your Garage Door Opener $2Q Strong and reliable belt drive for quiet operation Model 2580 BELT DRIVE TD run. The only imperfect part of a near-perfect first 19 minutes for Middleville was that Wildcat Matt Bilotti managed to block Darrin Tape’s extra point attempt, and it was a 20-0 rout. Wayland struggled offen­ sively and defensively. Hi­ laski was being pressured and sacked too often by an aggressive, swarming de­ fense, led by Joe Guy, Steve Johnson, Brooks, Joe Brown and Alec Belson. The Wildcats were using a highly unusual run-andshoot pro style offense with no huddle. Hilaski would call the plays at the line of scrimmage, like pro quarter­ backs call audibles. The unusual style finally began to make progress just before intermission. The Wildcats’ high-powered aer­ ial game got the football down to Middleville’s 5yard line, but Farris recov­ ered a fumble there. Two plays later the Trojans re­ turned the favor and coughed up the ball at their own 25. Not long afterward, Hilaski made them pay by hitting farmer with a 20yard TD strike. Down 20-7 at the half, the visiting group kicked off and Middleville coughed up the football again, deep in its own territory. Wayland this time chose to run with the ball and Matt Daley scored from just a short dis­ tance to suddenly turn a threatened blowout into a 20-14 ballgame. And the second half was barely two minutes old. The Trojans responded with their traditional grindit-out march down the field. Their drive appeared stalled on a fourth down and 6 at the Wayland 8-yard line, but resourceful senior quarter­ back Chad Barager. seeing the passing lanes closed, took the football himself and gained a crucial first down and goal at the 2 with 5:28 left in the third quarter. The problem was Barager put his shoulder down, dived for the first down and got hurt. It was his shoulder and he was out for the rest of the ballgame. Kyle Fletke relieved him and immediately pitched the ball to Josh Eldridge, who found the end zone from five yards out. Though the two-point conversion at­ tempt failed, Middleville seemed to be back in com­ mand at 26-14. But strange things were about to happen. The Trojans, not gener­ ally known for making mis­ takes, fumbled the football away again at their own 36 on first play of the fourth quarter, opening the gate for the visiting team. 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This set the stage for the bizarre and unpleasant end­ ing for Middleville. Hilaski. perhaps the most dangerous quarterback the Trojans will face this year, finished the game complet­ ing 16 of 27 passes for 185 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions Farmer caught seven passes for 91 yards. For the Trojans, Farris rushed for 194 yards on 23 carries and two touchdowns and Brooks chewed up 50 yards in four attempts. Defensively, Brooks and Ryan Adams both had seven tackles and Mark Rolison had six. Farris had a fumble recovery and Eldridge and Adams both had a pass in­ terception. The Trojans will try to re­ group this Friday night with another non-confcrcncc game at Caledonia, which lost 49-0 to East Grand Rap­ ids in its opener Thursday evening. 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) — ! 269-7M^550onstteat " NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED' SETTIM THE PACE l&frofoe •” w.WA'/MWWAwmvm �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/September 3 2002/Page 25 TK girls avenge loss to Lowell Revenge was sweet for the Middleville girls’ cross country team Thursday af­ ternoon. as the Trojans bested Lowell 20-39 and Caledonia 24-33 in a double dual at Lakeside Park in Caledonia. Coach Tammy Benjamin was elated that her girls came back so strong five days after finishing second to Lowell in the Wayland Invitational. “Our kids really came The members of the Thornapple Kellogg Golf Team are ready for a new season. ready to run today,” she Pictured from left in the front row are Tyler Wenger. Levi Harold. Brett Knight. Dan said. “That Wayland Invita­ tional was good for us. We Burbank. Bobby Roush. Josh Enyart, Chase VandenBerg and Ryan Anderson. In always go into that run beat the second row are Andrew Sheehan, Coach Fletke. Kyle Rough, Alan Buxton, up from camp, but I think Kyle Timmer, Steven Berg, Kyle Davidson. Cory Gilbert. Ian Karcher and Dan we were a little too relaxed, Jeurink. In Hie third row are Nico Galle, Jeff Stout, Mark Thompson. Zach Camp­ and Lowell certainly is a bell and assistant coach Jim Sprague. very good team ” The medalist for the en­ tire girls’ field was Caledo­ nia junior Tricia Miedema. who ran the five-kilometer This summer’s hard work junior Chase Vanden Burg vin Christian is always the course in 20 minutes flat. has paid off as the TK golf­ all earned all-conference team to beat in the O-K Middleville’s Jessica Stortz ers are off to one of their honors last season. Tyler Blue. If the TK golfers hope was runner-up in 20:21, best starts in school history. Wenger and Brett Knight to win their first conference sophomore Natalie Hoag The Trojans have earned are returnees who earned championship in 22 years was third in 20:23, Lowell’s first place finishes at the all-conference honorable they will need to be both Lisa Wojciakowski medalist Barry County Invitational mention awards following mentally and physically pre­ at Wayland on Aug. 24) was and in the Blue Devil Tour­ last season pared for each league dual fourth, and freshman Juniors Josh Enyart and meet they play in. nament at Gull Lake Coun­ Chaney Robinson was fifth Levi Harold can expect to try Club, a third at the TK in 21:27, less than a second see playing time. Head Invitational, and fourth ahead of Becca Busfield of coach Tom Fletke in his sec­ place finishes at the Kent the Fighting Scots. County Classic and at Cold­ ond season with TK boys’ Rounding out the scoring golf says sophomore Nick water. for Middleville was senior In action last week the A solid foundation of jun­ Roush could also be in the Caledonia’s varsity boys’ captain Elise Nyland in iors and seniors make up mix before the end of the golf team fell to Unity 21:54, followed by Aubrey this years TK boys' varsity season Raymond and Stephanie Si­ Christian at Pigeon Creek Coaches James Sprague golf squad. There are at least mon. Golf Course. eight players that could be and Mark Vcrlindc are two The Trojan boys scored a Head Coach Gus Wagner used in the starling lineup important parts of Fletke's said it was only the second historic first, beating Cale­ staff this season. They bring during the course of the sea­ time that his team had ever donia 28-29, but they lost to son. Five all-conference a solid understanding of the played that course. Lowell 22-34. players return from last golf swing and course man­ Tim Brog was medalist at Abe Mulvihill led the agement to the golf pro­ year’s squad that wen 14-1. 16:52, breaking the 17-minScots shooting a 37. Finish­ Seniors Bobby Roush and gram. ing right behind Mulvihill ute barrier for the first time According to Fletke Cal­ Dan Burbank along with this season. Chris Harkness was Loren Crandell with a 38. Matt Ziesemer shot a 40 was third in 18:33 and sen­ and three other Scots fin­ Private Roads, Parking Lots, ished the day with 41. Uni­ Residential Driveways ty’s top four golfers shot 36, 37, 38 , and a 39, scores that Wagner said would have been tough to beat even if his team was really on. This week the Scots host Wyoming Park Sept. 4 at Broadmoor and will partici­ pate in the Hastings Invita­ 4518 Division Office tional on Friday Sept. 6 at Wayland, Ml 49348 616-877-4435 Hastings Country Club. TK golf has fast start ior Nick Tomson had a per­ sonal record 18:38. good for fourth Caledonia took the fifth, sixth and seventh posi­ tions. led by Patrick Spitzley and Jon Hekman. Alex Rob­ inson of Middleville was eighth in 19:08 and fresh­ man Matt Miller was 12th in 2p:O8. Fall horseback riding programs to start soon YMCA Camp ManitouLin in Yankee Spnngs Town­ ship is no* accepting regis­ trations for fall horseback riding programs. All riding programs em­ phasize safety, fun. building, self-esteem, and are accred­ ited by the Certified Horse­ manship Association. YMCA Camp ManitouLin offers group Western riding lessons for ages 5 and up. Private riding lessons are available for all ages in both English and Western disci­ plines. This fall we are also offering therapeutic riding lessons for individuals with special needs. Other riding programs in­ clude public guided trail tides over 120 acres. Girl Scout meat badge programs, and a Fall Family Riding Camp Weekend. The Family Camp, from Sept. 20 to 22. including lodging in mod­ em. heated, carpeted cabins, meals served family style in the Cheff Lodge, and all activities. To schedule a trail nde or for more information about riding lessons, merit badges, or Family Camp, call the YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin office toll free al I-888-9092267. 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Making the victory even sweeter was that Hoag, per­ haps the most disappointed runner at Wayland, was the team leader, finishing third individually behind peren­ nial all-stater Nicole Bush of Kelloggsville and Allen­ dale’s Jaime Watson. Bush scorched the tough new course at Brewer Park in 19:02 and Hoag crossed the finish line in 21:38. “Natalie was right back where she should be." said Middleville coach Tammy Benjamin, noting Hoag didn’t even figure in the scoring Saturday. “It was a different look for the team than Saturday, but we’re still not where we need to be." A good test awaits them again today (Thursday. Aug. 29) as the Trojans will face the same Lowell team that beat them Saturday. The two teams are the favorites to make the run for the state championship, which would be Middleville’s fourth straight if it pulls it off again in November. The supporting cast be­ hind Hoag included junior Jessica Stortz third, (21:51) Chaney Robinson sixth (22:20), Aubrey Raymond seventh (22:21), Kaleigh Page ninth (22:35), Stepha­ nie Simon 13th and Kersta Gustafson 17th. Kelli Zoet took 19th to give the Trojans PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Arty Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK estimates DON 'S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • 8TUMP/BRUSH CLEARING A SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND. GRAVEL. CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE. BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND A DORR AREAS eight harriers in the top 20. However, the team win­ ner was determined not by place, but by total minutes and second of the time of each squad's top seven run­ ners. The Trojans finished with an overall time of 157 minutes and 24 seconds, well ahead of runner-up Wayland (170 minutes, 7 seconds) and third-place Lakewood (176 minutes. 18 seconds). There were 13 teams entered in the compe­ tition. The Lakewood boys picked up where they left off last season by taking the boys* competition. Sopho­ more Cory Thelen surprised his teammates, his oppo­ nents. his coach and even himself by taking first place with a time of 17:06. Robby Young of Wayland was sec­ ond and Middleville’s Tim Brog checked in third. Middleville took seventh as a team with 147 minutes. Finishing behind Brog for the Trojans were Nick Tomson 31st. Chris Harkness 33rd, Alex Robinson 37th. Lars Gustafson 84th, Kyle Bradley 113th and Michael Hoskins 120th. There were more than 125 runners in the boys’ race. The top 15 runners in both races received medals. Middleville’s Neil LaVoie also won the middle school race with a time of 9:06 for a mile and a half. The k'cts are back m school, the weather's turning cool, get ready for fall, get a new car for y'all! 02 Chevy S-10 LS 9x9 Ext cab, 3 door only 4K miles *19,995 00 GMC1/2 T Sierra SLE Ext cab 4 tear ^39,99S 98 Land Rover Discovery LE Onfy *16,995 , TK girls sweep first dual tennis match of season In their first dual match of the season the Trojans’ girls’ tennis team got off to a real good start with a sweep of the Coopersville Broncos Tuesday Aug. 27. Kara Hutchens won a good match 2-6, 6-3, 6-0. She wore her opponent down by controlling the pace of the match and hav­ ing a high serving percent­ age. Seger said it was “probably the smartest match I’ve seen her play yet,” and called it a great win for Hutchens. Cary Middlebush won 62, 6-1 at second singles. Mallory Dobson won 6-1,60 at third, and Jen Burks completed the singles sweep with a 6-1, 6-0 victory. The first doubles team of Emily Porter and Amber Steorts won 6-1, 7-6(7-5). Rachel Clinton and Leeanne Lantinga won their match 6-0, 6-4 at second doubles. Pairing up for the 6-2, 6-0 victory at third doubles were Melisa Potts and Michelle Raetz. Fourth doubles partners Sarah Johnson and Bethany Steorts played very well in winning 6-1, 6-2. Seger says he’s seen a lot of improvement in this first week of the season and hopefully the girls can keep it up. In the early season action the Trojans traveled to Ionia Saturday Aug. 24 for a tour­ nament and finished in sec­ ond place falling to cham­ pion Lowell by 5 points. Cary Middlebush won the second singles flight with a 6-0, 6-1 victory over her op­ ponent from Charlotte. The third doubles Melissa Potts and Michelle Raetz 6-1, 3-6 (7-5) also won their flight. Third singles player Mal­ lory Dobson, fourth singles Jen Burks , the one doubles team of Emily Porter and Amber Steorts, and the fourth doubles pair of Molly Jazwinski and Sarah John­ son all were took home sec­ ond place. Overall tournament stand­ ings were Lowell 14, Mid­ dleville 9, Ionia 5, and Char­ lotte 4. Lakewood won the Mid­ dleville tournament Aug. 26 with a final score of 28 team points. Middleville and Hastings tied for second with 22, and G.R. Ottawa Hills finished the day with 6 points. Third singles player Mal­ lory Dobson and fourth sin­ gles Jen Burks both won their flights, Dobson with a 6-1, 6-1 with a over a Hast­ ings opponent and Burks with a 6-4, 6-4 win over her foe from l>owell Cary Middlebush won one match and fell just short in two tic breakers to miss out on the second singles’ ti­ tle. First singles player Kara Hutchens and the first dou­ bles team of Emily Porter and Amber Steorts both won a match against Ottawa Hills. The second doubles run­ ners-up were Rachel Clinton and Leeanne Lantinga who earned second place with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Hastings’ opponents. 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HELP WANTED: now hir­ ing all positions, full time & part time Breakfast servers Ac cooks needed, experience helpful. Apply in person at Monterey Gnlle, Caledonia located 1 block north of 100th St. in Caledonia Plaza MEDICAL TRANSCRIP T1ON1ST TRAIN EE/EXPER1ENCED: Would you like the opportunity to learn a new skill, get paid while you train, and have the potential to eventually work out of your home; or are you an ex­ perienced transcriptionist in­ terested in working out of your home after training? Fur consideration, send re­ sume and cover letter to; Manager, PO Box 373, Wayland, MI 49348 or fax 616-792-6916. ...but that coffee stunting your growth thing... way off W’ W* Vsgntial COean Hours Mon TIum Friday Saturday Sunday 6 30am 6 30am 7 00am 900am 7 00pm 10 00pm 6 00pm 2 00pm Location Caledonia Crowngs Mall Cherry Valley (M 37) H Mile South of 84th 891 7700 �Page 28/The Sun and News, MtddieviHe, Mi/September 3. 2002 Caledonia Village property favored for new library by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Library Building Ad­ visory Committee has nar­ rowed down the possible sites for a new library to four, with the leading choice village property next to Metro Health. Eric Longman, Jane Heiss and Pamela VanderPloeg of­ fered the updated informatuion to the Caledonia Township Board at its Aug. 21 meeting. VanderPloeg provided background on general li­ brary needs. She said the Kent District Library was here to stay, as a supportive resource for the local librar­ ies. The KDL is the busiest public library in Michigan, she added. One question frequently asked, is "does high speed Internet connection mean the end of libraries and are libraries the dinosaurs of to- morrow?" She answered, ’Abso­ lutely. they are not. ’Library use in the tradi­ tional way is up and circula­ tion is up about 12.6 per­ cent. Last year was a similar increase. Traditional users are using libraries in a greater number than ever. ’People who like technol­ ogy are also using libraries. They use the e-mail notifica­ tion system and the library catalog, and people who did not visit in person before do use the library now because of the technology, and use the high speed Internet con­ nection, the data bases, the TVs and DVDs. "We have diversified in the types of materials we of­ fer now." In times of economic slowdown, people use the li­ brary more, she said. "bi good times and bad, in Caledonia library book discussion Wednesday The Kent District Library invites adult readers to get together at the library for a friendly informal discussion of some great books, as sev­ eral KDL branches hold book discussions in Septem­ ber. Copies of the featured title arc available at each library’s checkout desk. Discussions are scheduled at the Caledonia branch. Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 1 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 2, at I p.m. For more informa­ tion. call (616) 647-3840. For more information about the book discussions, please call Kent District Library at 784-2007. your community, your li­ brary is very, very busy." she said. She said in the future hand held devices would be used to download informa­ tion. another technical ad­ vance. She said when a commu­ nity builds a new library, the use of the library increases by about 35 to 75 percent in the first few years. Planning a new building must keep flexibility in mind. People have asked, as technology takes less space, will less space be needed in libraries? She said this would not happen because people using libraries need the same amount of space, and materials still take space. Longman said there are two areas emphasized by the Library Committee, one on the site and one on the fi­ nancing. A system of criteria was devised to rank various sites, in order to find a positive lo­ cation for a library. Location near the central business dis­ trict and retail areas was seen as positive. People wanted to avoid park sites, sport sites and others. He said libraries that share the school facilities do not get a good response from the pub­ lic. Heiss explained the crite- Pamela VanderPloeg. Eric Longman and Jane Heiss. ria ranking sites from 1 through 5 resulted in four being identified as the best possible sites. Most favored was in the area on village land next to Metro Health on M-37. Closely following was a site north of the post office on private land. Another was west of the post office at a site to be located off the newly named 92nd Street, formerly known as Lake Emmons Drive. The fourth in ranking was the site near Scholastic Books on Cherry Valley Avenue north of 84th Street. Trustee Bill Bravata asked if the D&W store site to be vacated had been con­ sidered. Longman explained that site was not considered because it is much larger at 36,000 square feet than is needed by a local library, and is not property for sale. Heiss said the building al­ ready has a lease option on it. Bravata spoke positively about the village-owned property, which he thought had possibilities for other public uses as well The property has about nine acres and the library needs about three acres for its site. The next steps will be to make a presentation to the Caledonia Village Council for feedback, then consid­ eration by the Village Plan­ ning Commission, and the Township Planning Com mission Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said the group members had done their job well, de tailing the critical factors � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-09-10.pdf 64e7b2c7459602a0f335e2ee3cada5f9 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121$ CHUI CT 00/0W00 HASTNGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTNGS Ml 49058 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 37/September 10, 2002 Middleville, Michigan 49333 131st year TK bond would fund classrooms, improvements to athletic fields (O OU/* year has passed since the tragic events of September 11, 2001 shook our nation and the world. During this year, America has shown its true colors of strength, generosity and solidarity. As we recognize the anniversary’ of this sad day, we honor those who lost their lives and support those whose lives were forever changed by the loss of a loved one. Let's also recognize the kindness and heroism displayed by everyone who did what they could to help in a time of need. Jd by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 40 people met Sept. 3 with members of the Thomapple Kellogg admini­ stration. the Citizens for Ex­ cellence in Education Com­ mittee and the architects and construction management firm to discuss the proposed Sept. 24 bond issue. Architect Tom Mathison talked about proposed reno­ vations that will improve the educational landscape for students at all buildings. The building which had the most questions was Lee. New classrooms will be added and the computer lab will receive a second en­ trance during the six- to nine-month construction process. Several parents said they were concerned that it will take so long to complete the Lee Elementary renova­ tions. During the last bond con­ struction project, construc­ tion at Lee was done around the school schedule. Mathison described the planned addition to the mid­ dle school. Some residents said they are concerned that the new building already needs more classrooms, even though the facility was built not long ago. The State of Michigan only allows schools to project growth five years in advance, and the middle school has al­ ready reached capacity. The middle school educa­ tion model includes both core curriculum classes, so­ cial studies, reading, lan­ guage arts, science and math, and exploratory classes, which include French, Spanish, computers, tech ed, band, general mu­ sic, choir, health and ca­ reers. The design of the middle school included computer labs at the end of each grade’s wing. With the growth of student population at the middle school and the scheduling of additional ex­ ploratory classes, the com­ puter rooms have been used as classrooms. The addition of three rooms to the exploratory wing, one of which can be divided into two rooms, will give more flexibility to the exploratory program and al­ low the computer rooms to be scheduled as originally envisioned. Many of the core curricu­ lum classes have students doing power point presenta­ tions, reports based on re­ search over the Internet and scheduling of computer time becomes very tight with classes in the computer labs. The middle school cafete­ ria also will be remodeled to make more room for stu­ dents. Besides the middle school additions, the school board has approved new athletic fields. The soccer field will be vastly improved, new tennis courts will be added so that all tennis matches can be held at the high school site, the varsity base­ ball field will be relocated and additional youth soccer fields will be established. Plans also include addi tions to the maintenance building and a car port for the bus garage, which will allow all vehicles to be un­ der cover. See TK bond, page 2 Heritage Days brings out best The first feature of Friday’s musical program were the young Swanson violinists introduced to the crowd by Miss Middleville-Barry County Andrea Orlov Busher For more photos taken from this past weekend’s cele­ bration in Middleville, turn to pages 12 and 13. In This Issue.. Community service planned for 9/11 Rachel Buist receives 2nd Mom’s Scholarship Caledonia school board reviews strategic plan TK gridders shut out Caledonia Trojans’ varsity swimmers compete in first-ever meet �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middiev>Me MVSeptember 10. 2002 TK bond, continued from page 1 KEY 1 nKXN E KELUXX, M. 1KXX. MF MINE) AKAIHB PAG* iX£M£NTARV. MIINMA SCHOO*. HKa* SCHOO* MiDM i SCH4MM Site/Floor Plan A new access drive will allow buses to move from the bus garage to the middle school without having to go onto Bender Road. Athletic director Mark Uyl has explained the need for a new lighted competi­ tion soccer Held, detailing problems with the current | JJwAc L& a Contempo Salon Experienced Professional Hair Designers Stop In for a Free Consultation for a new fall haircut, color or highlighting! Professional Hair Products in stock Redken, Paul Mitchell, Matrix, Graham Webb, Back To Basics, T1GI, Crew & Sabastian OPI fcuAopaan (^oUeciion NOW IN STOCK Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1095 facility, such as limited seat­ ing for spectators and an un­ leveled field. “Construction of a new soccer field would allow us to provide, fixed, permanent seating of up to 1,000 spec­ tators. The plans call for a level, irrigated and drained playing field that meets all play and safety issues.” Uyl said he is pleased that the plans match the soccer field with the football field so that the press box can be used for both games. He also noted that a lighted field means that var­ sity games can be held at 7 p.m. “This is ideal for spec­ tators and parents.” Uyl says, “It will increase the size of our soccer crowds, giving soccer athletes in­ creased attention.” The Michigan High School Athletic Association requires lighted facilities in order to host tournaments in soccer. Schools in the new O-K league that starts next fall have lighted facilities, except for South Christian, which will have one in 2004. The new competitive baseball field is needed to have proper dimensions be­ cause the current one is too small. According to Uyl, “Construction of a new field would allow us to have proper dimensions, new fencing and adequately sized dugouts. The new diamond would also allow us to have a level, irrigated field that drains properly in the event Witr> Winning Points you never have to miss out on We s little treats. So you can stay satis­ fied. stick with the plan and lose the next 26 years without an increase in the millage paid by residents. The structure of this bond issue means that there will be no increase in taxes to pay for the expan­ sion and renovation project. The present seven-mill levy will be extended by five years. Since the district partici­ pates in the Michigan School bond loan program, it can borrow at the begin­ ning of a bond issue to make the interest and principal payments. The school then repays the school bond fund. Absentee ballot applica­ tions are available at the Thornapplc Kellogg Admin istration building. Call 7953313 for more information. ‘Second Time Around’ sale to aid Knights of Columbus projects There will be a “Second Time Around” sale at Holy Family Church Hall in Caledonia Saturday, Sept. 14. The sale, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, will start at 9 a.m. and run through 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will be donated to the various charities the Knights of Columbus sup­ port, including God’s Weight loss you con live with. (Very happily.) ot bad weather.” A new baseball field would equal the improve­ ments made to the softball field in 1999 when it was moved to make room for the new parking lot during the construction at the high school during the last bond issue. Uyl also said he would like to see the construction of a practice facility for baseball/softball on the high school/middlc school cam­ pus. but it is not in the cur­ rent plans. If approved on Tuesday. Sept. 24, the bond issue will allow the district to raise the $24 million needed for the proposed renovations and then retire the bonds over Kitchen, the Rose Haven outreach program for women and The Haven, a court ordered school for troubled teens. A wide range of items will be offered for sale, from appliances to tools and everything in between. Automotive and boat items are also offered for sale, as well as home and office fur­ niture. Clothing will not be sold. Anyone wishing to donate items for the sale can drop off products at the Church Hall Friday, Sept. 13. Arrangements can be made to pick up large items. Tax deduction slips will be avail­ able for all donated items. For more information, call (616) 554-6194. inety UVine oAJaiTs Join tor Win a $25,000 kitchen makeover! PER VISIT, TANNING s39.99 UNLIMITED 1 MONTH CALEDONIA ONLY Enter our Lookin' Good—Cootan Good Sweepstakes at a Weight Watchers location near you Hurry. 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This is a questions churches in the Middleville commu­ nity have come together to answer. Even if there are no an­ swers. the churches have provided a way to com­ memorate and honor the vic­ tims and survivors of the tragedy of a year ago and those who continue to pro­ tect the nation and commu­ nity. This event will be held in the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11. It is sponsored by the Peace Reformed, Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed, Middleville United Method­ ist, Leighton United Meth­ odist and Middleville Wesleyan churches. The guest speaker, Chap­ lain Rev. Galen Meyer, re­ tired at the rank of colonel. He was commissioned by the Navy and assigned to the Marines. He served in Viet­ nam from 1967 to 1968. He TK band member Holly Smith and pianist Vicki Marsh will provide accom­ paniment during the service. The intent of the service is to provide words of hope and solace. Holly Smith says, “The haunting notes of Taps’ are very meaningful" for her. worked with the Army re­ serves from 1974 to 1998 and was called up for active duty in Bosnia. Music will be presented by the Thornapple Kellogg Honors Choir, Peace Re­ formed Praise Band, the Middleville United Method­ ist Handbell Choir and In His Name. Karen Zachman will do an interpretive dance during the service. A group interpretative dance will be presented by Sisters Three School of Dance. Rev. Tom DeVries from the Middleville Christian Reformed Church says spe­ cial recognition of veterans, firefighters and police offi­ cers will be part of the pro­ gram. On Tuesday, the Mid­ dleville Rotary honored the local police and emergency services representatives as well. “Taps” will be played by Middieville/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. M-37 (269) 795-3305 Miller MILLER MEANS. REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS. 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Convenient Offices in Hastings and Middleville HASTINGS OFFICE 149 W. State St. (269)945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/September 10, 2002 GFWC-Gun Lake plans to meet Wedneday The next meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area Wednesday will be a special one for members and guests, ac­ cording to President Fran Leonard. “Because of the signifi­ cance the 9/1 Idate, a special prayer, moment of silence and the pledge of allegiance will take place at noon. Members and guests are asked to wear something red, white and blue to com­ memorate this day.” The meeting will be at Bay Pointe Restaurant at 9:30 a.m. “This meeting is a member/guest luncheon, which makes it a good time to find out more about this club and its community-oriented in­ volvement,” Leonard said. Department chairs will give a short presentation about the work they do and will answer questions. Also on hand will be guest speaker Louise Somerlot from GFWC Michigan, the GFWC MI Epsilon Sigma Omicron (ESO) Chair. Somerlot is a member of the GFWC Owosso Woman’s Club. She retired as a high school guidance counselor with the Owosso Public Schools in 1990 and spend with her daughters and grandchildren. She has earned the Distin­ guished Service Aw ard from the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel and the Paul Harris Award from the Owosso Rotary for her work with Youth Change Programs. “Louise is a delight.” said Leonard “and we look for­ ward to hearing all about the quickly joined the GFWC Owosso Woman’s Club. She has held many offices in GFWC at the local, district and state level. Somerlot is involved in her community as well, teaching adult Bible classes with her husband at the Con­ gregational Church of Owosso. She also loves gar­ dening. astronomy, reading and music, and finds time to ESO Reading Club at this meeting and getting to know Louise better." The department chairs and Somerlot’s presenta­ tions will follow a shortened business meeting. Members are reminded that Homes Tour tickets ($10). 2003 membership dues ($20) and Southwestern District Con­ vention dues ($15) can be paid at this meeting. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship ........................ 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time......................... 10:35 a.m Sunday School ........................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise ........................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY . Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I T CHURCH o place to belong , a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9:30 & 11 .*00 a.m. Youth Ministry........................ ...... .. ............... 891-0576 Meeting at th« Cron Creek Charier A<ademy Rev. Mu harl Stowell, Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www.brtghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFOLDED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor/Youth G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE ■ Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a m. Sunday School ................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. 9:45 a m. 1100 a m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6 45 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church JWctJjobiSt (fljurcl) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship.....................................................9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11.00 a.m. Adult Bible Class..........................11:00 a.m. Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting..7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs QUN LAKB COMMUNITY church Worship Hours: 900 a m and 10:30 a m. CALEDONIA Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family A t Fiends 6201 Whitney vdle Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 10 45am Evening Worship .600 pm. Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Pastor Roger Pullman • Church Office *68-0391 Church Office 616-891-8669 / Fax 891-8648 ______________ WWW caledomautrw org ____________ www iakestdecornmunity arg Community of’ C^ri$f ALASKA CONGREGATION Leighton Church Located in Leighton Tow nship Corner of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue 8146 68th St. near Whrtneyvuie Ave Church School. Sunday Pnuse Singing 9:45 a m 10JO a m Morning Worship 11 flOijn Wed Fellowship 7:30 p.m. Pastor Lloyd De Corner Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 897-7407 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee (yam AhrusAy rrtuY Smuice —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— 2S0 Vine Street (M- 37 to Emmons to Vine > Sunday Momng Wirsiup iRMam Tradmcnal 11:15 am Contemporary Sunday Sdkjd fur Al Ages 1/00 am Sunday Evening Service JO pan Pvoneer dub K-6 - Wednesday 6 JO pm Pravrr Meettig - Wednesday 6 JO pm Youth Mawstn - Sundiv 6 JO pm UYT0WZND Pmu • MXMA euqo. temts* Pteka H9l-tfc2S • e maii ie^taonSttem net Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9:30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Redeemer Covenant Church UNITED METHODIST Worship............................................................. 8:30 a m Sunday School............ ........................ 9:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship ................... 10 30 a m Worship with Jr. Church 11 ?00 a. tn (Nursery available throughout) 698-9660 Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Phone 891-9259 September 15: Remembering 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor (northwest of Gun Hike) 792-2889 Services at 9.30 a m. and 6 p.m. Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you ‘re at - through: 150 131st Ave., Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 600 p.m. (Child & Adult) ([hiring the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Z Sunday School 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Zielir Office 591-56^5 Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. + Comer of 54th St & Kraft in Caledonia 1 mite west of M-37 Traditional Service 8.30 AM New Life Celebration Service i 1.00 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 700 PM _____________ wrww.iserv.net. -stpaul "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH St Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momriq Worship Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616^98^001 rtdemertPuervjia vrwwjtdeemeTwvenant.urg A reember d the Lwnyicd Cammmt Omdta tfAmen* (^fainU 1100 a m. 945 am 1100 a m 6008 00 p m 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER,. COMMUNITY $unday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11-00 am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm 930 am MkkJevie Morning Worship Sunday School (Jr & AdUts) Nursery - Grade 5 Sr. Hiflh - Sun Evening Jr. High - Grades 68. Wed Evening CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: w ww. wayfarercc art WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. > In Irving) Sunday-SsrristTimes 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Hoty Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer Phone 795-2370 er 944-9327 Vicar - Re«. David T. Hustwick |lc|xc| 8546 Whffneyv«e Av© of 84m St . 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Strx»/School 930am Saiday Momrg Wonhp .1030am. ‘Peering at chapel on WhrtneyvSe Ave Sunday Evenrg Worshp 6:00p.m. Wea tAdweek Prayer & fcae Study 700pm Sev Ihomas Xiys. Pastor • Qev Kort Sam. Assoc Pastor _________ <**earte whtmeyvieo<oe ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 10, 2002/Page 5 Rachel Buist receives 2nd Mom’s Scholarship by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Rachel Buist discovered a role model when she applied for the Mom’s Scholarship, which is given in memory of Virginia Hoover Harrison Root. Root graduated from Mid­ dleville High School in 1925. She taught in several country schools in Barry county then stayed home full time to care for family of nine children. At the age of 47 she returned to teach­ ing and completed her bachelor of science degree from Western Michigan University. Buist is starting her sec­ ond year at Aquinas College and applied for the scholar­ ship after her mom, Dawn, suggested it. She says, “I am truly honored to be selected as the scholarship winner. She (Root) is the type of teacher and woman 1 aspire to be.” Buist has a 2-year-old daughter Emma Rose, who is the center of her life. She wanted a career where she would have time to spend with her daughter and is now working toward a de­ gree in elementary education with and emphasis on lan­ guage arts and reading. “I love working with chil­ dren," she says. Having Emma has reinforced her desire to help children reach their full potential. Root’s daughter, Christine Schad, says, “This brings back so many memories about my mom. I think she would have loved meeting Rachel." ment Foundation said she Finkbeiner can also pro­ Mom's Scholarship and appreciates the different vide information about ac­ other Thornapple Area En­ needs women are bringing cepting donations to the richment Foundation funds. when they apply for the scholarship. “I am glad we are beginning to reach the entire Barry County commu­ nity ” The scholarship is admin­ istered by the Thomapple Area Enrichment Founda­ tion. Marilyn Finkbeiner from the TAEF hopes that more women in Barry County will apply for the Bands will be coming - one is Core, scholarship. Applications are available J the other is Stigma. There will be at local libraries, through the games and concessions. Family Independence Agency, area churches or by J Sat., Sept. 14*7 pm to whenever writing the TAEF. c/o Mar­ n at Gun Lake Community Church ilyn Finkbeiner. 10941 Gun Lake Road. Middleville t* I2200 W. M-179 49333 Senior High Kickoff Sink or Swim Bill Harrison and Marilyn Finkbeiner congratulate Rachel Buist (center) on receiving the Mom’s Scholarship which is adminstered by the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation in memory of Virginia Hoover Harrison Root. Root’s son. Bill Harrison, is a school board member in Caledonia. He says, “I am impressed with the quality of applicants we have re­ ceived for this scholarship. I know first hand how impor­ tant teachers are.” Buist discovered that Schad and her husband, Rex, were involved with the scholarship only after she was awarded it. “They al­ ways attended plays 1 was in at Thornapple Kellogg High School before I graduated in 1998. It is wonderful to re­ new our friendship.” The first recipient of the Mom’s Scholarship was Becky Wenger, who talked at last year’s Thornapple Area Enrichment Founda­ tion dinner about balancing education and raising a fam­ ily. She was going for an ad­ vanced degree. Marilyn Finkbeiner from the Thornapple Area Enrich- TK Moms in Touch to hold informational meeting Sept. 17 At Thornapple Kellogg Moms in Touch informa­ tional meeting will be held Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 7 pm. at the First Baptist Church just north of Middleville on M-37. All TK moms who are interested in praying for their kids and the schools area welcome to attend either for information to start their own group or to join one of the groups already formed. Moms in Touch International is an interde­ nominational, non-profit ministry for moms who meet one hour a week to pray for their children and the schools they attend. Moms in Touch does not promote any political agenda, but rather seeks to be a positive support and encouragement Come Join Us!!! KINGPOM KIPS Who? - K-6th grades What? - Wednesday Night Kids' Clubs Where? - Alaska Baptist Church 7240 62th Street Caledonia. MI 49316 When? - September l£th» 2002 6:30 pan. - 750 pan. Also featuring 7th-12th Got questions? Need a ride? Cah (616) 69S-S1O4 to schools. Mom in Touch will be fea­ tured on the “Focus on the Family” broadcast on WCSG 91.3 at 9 a.m Sept. 13 and 14. Call TK contact person Beth Berkimer at 891-2158 with any questions. Without God, it’s a vicious circle. In a world too often ruled by war, hunger, disease and inhumanity, our church believes there is hope. Join us and grow in the faith and fellowship of Jesus Christ. 911 Service of Remembrance On Wednesday. September 11th, Good Shepherd will have a special service of prayer in remembrance of last year’s tragedy. As we all take time to ponder the events of last year it is more than appropriate that our hearts and minds be focused upon the God of our salvation, by whose grace we have been brought through this act of terror. All are invited and encouraged to this very special service. (£>ooi) j&tjcpfjerl) lutfjcran Cfjurdj jHissouri £>pnoii 908 W. Main. Middleville. MI 49333 Call 945-9554 for classified ads. 795-2391 Worship Sunday 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a. tn. Q Computers Unlimited ANNUAL SERVICE PLAN SEPTEMBER SPECIAL $75 We include: • Complete Diagnosis by qualified technician • Cleaning and Dusting of all internal components • Update Windows Software and Microsoft Office • Recommendations for future purchases • One-year updates 9946 Cherry Valley Ave. Caledonia, Ml 49316 Phone: 891 -8470 www.digitaltrends.net Houre: 'IX^o-e Fn. 8-4; sat. 8-1 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/September 10. 2002 Gardens can entice visitors to Cherry Valley Greenhouse by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Cherry Valley Green­ house on M-37 has been supplying the garden needs of local residents foe eight years, but according to Tim Leep. the gardens he has been designing and estab­ lishing over the last several years, are not as well used as he would like. “When people come to purchase flowers they are often very single minded about what they want and don’t take time to look around.” he said. “We are hoping that people visit the gardens, see how mass plantings might help in their home landscape or even just spend a few minutes refresh­ ing their spirits.” Karen Leep said the gar­ dens were “created for the public and it is a peaceful place.” She enjoys the mix­ ture of annuals and perenni­ als. which have been planted in the gardens. The inspiration for the lo­ cal gardens came from a visit to the Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Colum­ bia. Tim removed a few trees, cleared underbrush and added some soil amend­ ments before planting. Both sunny and shady areas and a water garden built by Justin Cappon grace the garden area. “Next year I hope to have The gardens offer a quiet refuge from everyday hustle and bustle. all the plants labeled, espe­ cially the new varieties we will be including.” Tim said. “I think it will help garden­ ers see how plants might work in their garden.” Karen has enjoyed plan­ ning some tea parties in the garden and said she was very happy to have the first wedding performed in the garden. The Garden House at Cherry Valley is open through September from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It offers many garden accessories from tea­ pots to black boards. The gardens arc open un­ til dusk. Cherry Valley Greenhouse is located at 6900 N. M-37, just south of Parmalee Road. Call 7958811 for more information. La Leche League to meet Thursday The gardens include garden whimsy like this giraffe. .sfteai* leasnve OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late VM0NDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at 1546 Payne Lake Road in Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk” in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There Alaska church plans service for Sept. 11 The Alaska Baptist Church is holding a Sept. 11 Hope and Remembrance service Wednesday evening Onfu% Real Estate Eor The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev Pearson-Cook 891-8980 ‘Each office independently owned and operated EXECITIVE ESTATE. NEW CONSTRI CTION. Model home with 4 beiirxxwits on 2 phis acres. Buih by a premium builder Erco Homes Gas fireplace. 2 car garage. law deck. wrap around front porch $2f»?.*U0 (SPRIDAVt) E\ ERYTHING YOU COLLD W ANT garage . 40x48 pole building $349,900 tlUTlKBENm ■won 2A2-JM5 MIDDLED IL SCHOOLS BRING OFFERS! $159,900 Immediate possession Wildlife bedroom. 2 bath wooded iHNIBGETT) Rnr* Grtfy 249AM-2S59 THORS APPLE PRICE REDICED TO $2IM'S. PRICE REDACED! $239 900 Immediate possession Beautiful cedar sided ranch with 420' of frontape on lanie Thomapple Riser 4 bedrooms. 3 hiths Wooded. and very secluded on ain»sl a 2 acre kcx i AJLA8BGETT> Gray 299^39-2559 KELLOGG 2559 GEN LAKE: Aa»oi 1650 I23rt Too Garbo* M8-M45 Barbara G«fti X.U-25M Da»e Krumm *15-47*3 Umti Martie 8*1-7*19 at the church, 7240 68th St. SE in Caledonia, beginning at 7 p.m. Pastor Brian F. Harrison said, “As our nation stops to remember the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001, you are in­ vited to an evening to re­ member those who died and to hear a message of hope for those who live.” The church is located one and a half miles east of the East Beltline. meeting, call (269) 7957021. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmcr at (517) 726-1264. Sept. 11 anniversary service at St. Paul A service of Prayer and Remembrance will be held Wednesday evening at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caledonia on the first anni­ versary of the Sept. 11 ter­ rorist attacks. There will be a special worship service at 7 p.m. to pray for the nation and re­ member the events of that day. The sanctuary also will be open for private prayer from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church is located at the corner of Kraft and 84th St. The ad­ dress is 8436 Kraft Ave., Caledonia, Ml 49316. The phone number is 616-8918688. Quilting Lessons FOR KIDSI For more nfocmaton cal (269) 795-2787 Rxoges 5 to 13 Family Dentistry of Caledonia invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients Neu’ evening hours • We welcome all ages (KVWDAMl PaWDuxi 29/-4M3 Many More Listings Available’ Kalhi Befilon 2*2-3%5 Paul 2*1-00(0 Robin Rai Limmw Dtehl 291-0401 *48-8225 Brth Ann Fogg 8b8-0f»’ essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficul­ ties.” All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For directions to the Call for your appointment ... L>a»c rrall H3-A3.M 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 10. 2002/Page 7 <ZJ^e.jleciions by Patricia Johns The past several weeks in this area have been a time of memories. On Aug. 30, family and friends met to celebrate the life of 13 year old Eric Reyff at a memorial service. Later that evening, the Travis Wenger memorial was dedicated and memories of a former TK football player were shared. I have a good friend whose mother is living her last weeks with dignity, grace and humor. Surrounded by family and friends, memories have been shared and created over this past summer. Now, as a nation and a community, we will be awash in memories of the year since Sept. 11, 2001. Over the last week newspapers, magazines and television programs have revisited the events of that terrible day. Tomorrow local churches will hold remembrance services marking the day as well, with music, dance and prayer. How can we use our memories as an inspiration to action? How should we as indi­ viduals remember that day? How should we move on? On Aug. 24 members of the Middleville Clovers 4-H Club washed cars to raise money for scholarship funds in memory of Travis Wenger and Matt Pennington. Their actions mean that eventually someone will receive a scholarship. Some of the club members did not know either Travis or Matt, but that didn't matter. Getting wet and soapy and helping is what mattered. In the same way it doesn’t matter if we knew one of the victims of the events of Sept. 11. But it does mean that we need to find ways to create a stronger country tomorrow and each day. I know that tomorrow I will hug my husband and daughter just a little tighter. I will try to remember to say, “1 love you” as we leave the house to start our day. But 1 do try to do that every day. In addition to attending special services or spending time in quiet contemplation, I believe we should all participate in those activities which make us truly American. Tomorrow and every day is the time to freely assemble, whether it is on the street corner singing four-part harmony with friends or in protest. This is the time to celebrate freedom of the press by writing a letter to the editor or even reading the news paper. It is the time to explore respectfully other religions. Perhaps it is time to read the Bible and the Koran. It is time Io volunteer for the causes important Io us. It is the time to celebrate not just T-shirt patriotism, but continue to live as if being an American matters. Reach over 11,000 area homes ‘Captain with an ad in the Sun & News. Underpants’ to Call 945-9554 to place pour ad today. party at library J * Women's * Men's Plus Sizes (large selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Halloween Costumes * Shoes CHILDRENS PLAY AREA! 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (right on M-37) 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 Hours: Mon. & Wed. 10-7 pm; Thurs & Fri. 10-6 pm; Sat. 10-3 pm I The waistband warrior ‘‘Captain Underpants” will be at several Kent District Library branches this fall, including Caledonia at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. Children of all ages are invited to join "Dinky Liver­ chunks," also known as the local youth librarian, for an hour of fun-o-rama. "Captain Underpants is incredibly popular right now,” said Cheryl Garrison, assistant director of Kent District Library. This pro­ gram is recommended for both boys and girls and is perfect for reluctant read­ ers." There will be time for playing all of Captain Un­ derpants' favorite games and a chance to test children's epic novel knowledge, as well as enjoy some tasty treats. Overholt-Stein exchange vows Amanda Overholt and Joshua Stein were married June 15 at the Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Caledonia by Pastor Brad Kalajainen. The bride is the daughter of Ron and Sue Overholt of Alto and the groom is the son of Elvie and Tammy Stein of Caledonia. Maid of honor was Amy Foreman, sister of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Ca­ sey Wing, cousin of the bride. Best man was Jeremy Stein, brother of the groom. Junior groom was Evan Wing, cousin of the bride. Groomsmen were Matt Tava and Randy Foreman. After a reception at Noto s and honeymoon al Ni­ agara Falls, the couple now lives in Kentwood. Is your broker giving you the cold shoulder? At Edward Jones, the level of service you receive depends on your personal needs and preferences, not on the size of your investment portfolio. ID. 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She attended MSU and received her bachelors in accounting. Janelle is cur­ rently employed at Price­ water House Coopers in Detroit. Jason graduated from Brooks* Dunkelberger to marry Sept. 28 Robert and Cynthia Brooks arc pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Catherine Brooks to Justin Dunkelberger. Justin is the son of Willett and Cathy Cole, and Norman Dunkelberger. A Sept. 28 wedding is planned. I I I mith iamond I I " SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml S Punch-Beeler to wed October 19 -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 JUST LISTED! CALEDONIA: Remodeled farmhouse. 3 bedrooms plus den, 2 full baths, large main floor utility room. Spacious tiled kitchen with white cabinets. 1760 sq. ft. situated on a large country lot (.61 acres), in Caledonia schools. $149,900. Contact John or Mary t/wwi.'iiM.iWKmuX Kay McCieve at 292-4550. wJ-M I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 I I I I I I I I Elizabeth Belson Mel Brenner Katie C.ummlford Kay Cummlford........ Sharon Emerson..... Joan Guikema.......... Lois Heckman Maryanne Hoeksma Debra tampan! . John McCieve............. Mary Kay McCieve... Mark McCieve............ 891-2222 891-2222 262-2021 291-3330 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-7183 262-8333 891-7171 891-7172 889-4558 Deanna McCulfor 891-2222 Ryan Ogle 891-2222 Ron Prins 891-2222 Ron Richards 891-7176 Jennifer Russo........................ 891-2222 David Sprague 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude............... 891-2222 Ted VanDuinen 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 Sam Wright 891-2222 Wendy Zandstra.................... 891-SOLD I I I I I I I I Hastings High Schooi. He attended MSU and received a bachelors in manufactur­ ing engineering and a mas­ ters in manufacturing man­ agement. He is currently employed at General Motors. An Oct. 19th wedding is being planned at St. Martha’s Church in Okemos. Estate planning seminar slated for Sept. 17 George Edgar, retired banker and financial plan­ ner, will present a program about financial and estate planning at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine St. The public is invited to at­ tend the seminar. Zoet-Blanton exchange vows On Aug. 10, 2002, on the side of one of the beautiful Bitteroot Mountains. John A. Blanton and Andrea M. Zoet were wed. Attending the couple were Emma Zoet and Charlie Spicier. Mr. and Mrs. John Zoet reside in Missoula. Montana. Anglican church plans 9/11 service The usual evening prayer service at 6 p.m. Wednes­ day, Sept. 11, at Ss. Andrew & Matthias Independent An­ glican Church 2415 McCann Road, will include the rememberance of those killed in last year’s terrorist attacks in New York City, the Pen­ tagon and in Pennsylvania. Prayers will also be of­ fered for the families of the victims as well as for our country's leaders, the armed forces of our nation, and the police forces who have to deal with the terrorist threat to the United Stales. The vicar. Rev. David Hustwick, invites the public to join the parish for this short service. TK SCHOOL MENUS Wednesday, Sept. 11 Salisbury steak w/mashed potatoes or turkey sandwich on a bun. celery sticks w/p.butter, mixed fruit, milk. Thursday, Sept. 12 Lasagna roll w/meat sauce, w/dinner roll or hot dog on a bun, tossed salad, applesauce, milk. Friday, Sept. 13 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sticks, baked beans, peaches, milk. Monday, Sept. 16 Ravioli w/dinner roll or chicken salad rollup, carrots, cherry crisp, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Two beef tacos w/soft shells or ham and cheese on a bun, refried beans, apple slices, milk. new at... 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"We review what has been done Lakeside Church open on Sept. 11 Lakeside Community Church at 6201 Whitneyville SE, in Alto, invites the community to come in for personal prayer and media­ tion on the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 11. On the one-ycar anniver­ sary of the tragic events of 9-11, Lakeside is inviting the community to the facil­ ity from 7 to 9 p.m. for per­ sonal prayer, reflection and meditation. Speaking of the terrorist attacks. Pastor Roger Bult­ man said, "This event stunned our nation. So often NEWEST CITIZEN GIRL, Kennedi Taylor, bom at Butterworth Hospital on July 25, 2002 at 11:42 a.m. to Ryan and Gwen Young of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs. and 18 1/2 inches long. Proud grandparents are Jerry and Deb Jeurink of Middleville and Richard and Rhonda Young of Grand Haven. f----- as citizens we only process this kind of event politically and economically. We also need to process it spiritu­ ally." Doors will be open to the community for personal prayer and meditation time. "People from the area are invited to drop in for as short or long a time as they wish." said Bultman. For more information call the church at 868-0391. and how we re doing." The plan was developed through community involve­ ment in 1997 and the board renewed it in 1999. The board has studied the effectiveness of other school boards around the country. According to Busman. Cale­ donia's board wants to stretch itself in the leader­ ship role. The board consulted ear­ lier with Mike Bugenski. di­ rector of Michigan's North Central Accredidation Asso­ ciation, concerning where they should concentrate their focus of the plan for the time being. Bugenski recommended that the board focus on sev­ eral strategies within the plan, including the evalua­ tion strategy (people and programs), the technology strategy and the instructional framework. 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Just what was hiding un­ der the dropped ceiling of the historic building that houses Village Stylist's Sa­ lon in Caledonia? The building at 134 East Main St. has been written up in the pages of the Sun and News several times over the years, mostly for its histori­ cal value, but who could have guessed that the old drop ceiling was hiding the remnants of a beautiful tinwork ceiling? The restoration and re­ modeling work at Village Stylist's Salon is finished. Owner Lynn Buer-Baird said she is proud to show off the beautifully reworked ceiling that was recently completed. After having discovered the old tinworked ceiling, she wanted to let the antique aspects of the building shine once more. But how to inte­ grate it with the needs of a modern day hair styling sa­ lon that calls for proper and Johnny Langkamp, Buer-Baird’s cousin-in-law, working on a year-long process to restore the old tinwork hidden under a drop ceiling and updating it for the needs of a busy, modern day salon. Lynn Buer-Baird, owner of the Village Stylist’s Salon, is proud of the antique tinwork that was uncovered when a drop ceiling was removed. The tinwork and other restoration/remodeling work were recently completed at the salon. HUGE SALE/MULTI-FAMILY Baby items, antiques, couches, lamps, dining tables and chairs, kitchen items, gardening tools, bedding, lawn furniture, clothes, books, art work and much more. September 12-13 from 9am until 5pm September 14 from 9am until noon 4168 Thornapple Hills Dr. in Middleville sufficient lighting for the services it provides? Enter some very helpful family members. BuerBaird's cousin (by mar­ riage), Johnny Langkamp, has been painstakingly re­ storing and reworking the old ceiling for the last year. Many days would find Langkamp up on a ladder, pounding a piece here or ^avingr Let a Professional Install your Garage Door Opener Model 2580 BELT DRIVE $2Q Strong and reliable belt REBATE drive for quiet operation Exclusive Motion-Detecting X Control Panel turns lights on automatically when you enter the garage • 3-Button Designer Remote complements your car’s interior • Lifetime motor and belt warranty CALL TODAY! $20 REBATE OFFER GOOD SEPT. 2 - SEPT. 30, 2002 placing a newly worked piece there — after his day job, and in his spare time. Lynn's husband, Stephen "Spike" Baird, then painted the ceiling and walls a creamy pale color to bounce light back into the room. The place even got a little bit of a facelift in an odd corner just to incorporate the ceiling. The new lighting that Buer-Baird chose looks much like what one might have seen in days gone by, simple and discreet shades, placed according to neces­ sity for the salon, that take nothing away from the tinwork ceiling. Her niece, Stephanie Buer, is detailing the tinwork ornamentation in a soft mossy color to bring further interest to the hard work ac­ complished by Langkamp. Buer-Baird said she is very pleased with the re­ sults. She is well known for her interest in history, fam­ ily and community ties. She not only works in a histori­ cal site; she also lives in one with her husband and dogs. Her interest in community and family history runs so deep that she was recently asked to join the Caledonia Historical Society. "I probably will," she said. "I'd like to see some of the old buildings kept in­ tact." As near as Buer-Baird can figure, the building is about 86 years old. She has been told that the original build­ ing burned to the ground and was rebuilt in 1916. The new building housed a gen­ eral/grocery store that sold “a little bit of everything.” "It's funny, I'll have peo­ ple come in here and point out where stuff used to be," said Buer-Baird. One of them is Ruth Mar­ tin, who used to work at the general store as a young girl. She continues to come, but not to work. She has been a long-standing client of Vil­ lage Stylist's. Martin is 100 years old. Over the years, several people have owned the building, but it essentially has remained either a gen­ eral store, complete with soda fountain (Spike's grandmother. Millie Lang­ kamp, used to work at the soda fountain), or a styling salon. Buer-Baird, who has owned the salon and build­ ing for the past 12 years, purchased it from Tressa Noffke. Noffke owned it, as a salon, for 23 years. Buer-Baird's interest in community history comes naturally. It seems that her grandparents owned a farm where D&W is currently lo­ cated. "I can remember staying there," she said. Though her own father, a pastor, moved his family to nearby Com­ stock Park and Jenison, other family members have stayed in the area. Buer Well Drilling, just down the road from Village Stylist's, was started by her grandfather and is now owned by her uncles. Norm and Phil. Buer-Baird's brother, Steve, and nephew. Aaron, both work there. Steve also lives in a histori­ cal house just down the road, the other way. When she started looking for a place to settle, BuerBaird looked back to her roots. "Caledonia holds a lot of good memories for me," she said. "It was God's plan that I ended up here. I didn’t know it at the time, of course, but this is where I was supposed to be." Not only do many of her family members live and work around the area, many of her employees, if they aren't related by blood lines, are like family to her. "We have a good and loyal staff," she said. "We have longevity here." Longevity at the salon and in the community, Vil­ lage Stylist's brings history up to date. 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Andy had a great love for his family and enjoyed hunting, gardening, restoring his antique cars and loved to Polka. Andy had a great sense of humor and knew how to tell a joke. He was a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and always doing kind deeds for his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Neva Jayne Aicken; his children, Andy (Nancy) Aicken Jr. of Middleville, Jane (Carl) Peck of Middleville. Patti (Dean) Mickelson of Caledonia. Tom (Marcie) Aicken of Middleville; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, brother and great granddaughter Funeral services were held Wednesday. September 4. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Reverend Stanley Vugteveen officiated. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thornapple Township Emergency Services or American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home Middleville. Michigan. Walt J. Wiesenhofer HASTINGS - Walt J. Wiesenhofer. age 77, of Hastings. formerly of Middleville passed away Thursday. Aug. 29, 2002 at Borgess Hospital. Kalama­ zoo. Walt J. Wiesenhofer was bom on Oct. 12, 1924 the son of Sebastian and Anna (Donivcn) Wiesenhofer. He was employed at Bradford White for 37 years and retired in 1987. Walt enjoyed hunting especially deer hunting. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and David Van Heck of Middleville; four grand­ children. Sara Canfield and Amber Canfield. Heather Van Heck and David Van Heck; one great grand­ daughter. Kayla Canfield; two brothers. Elmer (Ethel) Wiesenhofer of Middleville, Maurice (Gladys) Wiesen­ hofer of Grand Rapids; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Sebastian and Anna Wiesenhofer, sisters. Laura Fisher. Helen Bowman and Marie Curtis. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning. Sept. 3. 2002 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middle­ ville. Rev. Lee Zachman officiated. Interment Rut­ land Cemetery. Rutland Township. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization will hold a general meeting to introduce all members of the PTO boards and to inter­ ested parents from kinder­ garten through eighth grade. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Sept. 18, in the all-purpose room at Page Elementary . The PTO hopes to fill any remaining vacancies on the boards of the schools, go over the up­ coming fund-raiser at the elementary schools and per­ haps set dates for future gen­ eral meetings. The elementary fund­ raiser begins Sept. 20. The money raised goes to pay for field trips, special events, author visits, library books and much more. Information Caledonia man makes CMU list Lindsay E. Horvath of Caledonia has been named to the Central Michigan University summer honors list which includes students who earned 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and higher grade point averages. Horvath is a senior at CMU. will be coming home with students. All parents of children in grades kindergarten through 8 are members of the PTO. No dues are charged and volunteer opportunities are available. Any parent who is inter­ ested in learning more about PTO activities is invited to attend the meeting Mildred Wiley celebrates 93rd birthday Mildred Wiley celebrated her 93rd birthday on Friday. Sept. 6. Milred is a longtime Middleville resident. Family gathered together for dinner and cake. Plans are for Mildred to begin her 94th year enjoying Heritage Days in Middleville. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and charitable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville, Michigan 49333-0164 tktaefQhotmail.com Steven Michael Kilmartin-------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Steven Michael Kilmartin. age 22, of Middleville, died Satur­ day, Sept. 7, 2002. Steven was bom on March 15, 1980 in Oak Lawn, III., the son of Ed­ ward and Janet (Madden) Kilmartin. He was raised in the Chicago. Ill./Middleville, Mich, areas and attended St. Mary's Star of the Sea School in Chicago and Thornapple -Kellogg Schools in Middleville where he played on the ninth grade football team. Steve is survived be his mother, Janet (Darrell) Old­ ham of Middleville; father. Ed (Betty) Kilmartin of Chicago; sister. Stephanie Kilmartin of Middleville; grandparents, Marilyn and Edward Madden of Chi­ cago, Elizabeth and John Kilmartin of Orland Park, III., Neoma and Elmer Old­ ham of Amarillo, Texas; cousin and best friend, Brian Konet; aunts, uncles, and cousins; and a host of friends. Visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wren Funeral Home. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, 2002 at Middleville First Baptist Church with Pastor Bruce N. Stewart officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Victim’s Advocate Program. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Ladies Only Fitness & Weight Loss Studio Enroll for only $29 First 100 Members Only Wai Workout - Call Us Today! - i ' ^ < ► What a difference weights make! Our WEIGHT-BASED machines: 4 • Provide a smooth, positive & negative exercise movement . • Fully adjustable - allowing you to increase resistance as your . body fitness level improves - all the while maintaining a slow, smooth and steady movement Amazing “cardio-fit" exercise system, reduces body fat and bums up to 600 calories Comfortable “Ladies Only' environment FAST & FUN - only takes 29 minutes a few times per week. 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Ml/September 10, 2002 Heritage Day, continued from page 1 The TK High School band showed off their new uniforms Local AYSO teams filled the street during the parade Heritage Day’s recognition began with plaques presented to Gold sponsors. This year’s Gold sponsors were Steve Welsh from HPS, Bill Gavin from Gavin Chevrolet, Bill Sief and Cheryl Peters representing Carveth Village. Desert Sun Hair & Tanning awM fi&e Co infatdace... SHANNON LUNDSTRUM Zc> <9//2 wivtce tafon Shannon is licensed nail technician specializing in acrylics and fiberglass nail application. She also offers spa manicures and pedicures in a relaxing environment. Stop in or call for an appointment for... BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPECIAL... Sept. 3-Sept. 13. - FULL SET: *35’"" • FILLS: 410 Broadway in Middleville • __ 7^ 269-795-4254 whistle stop appearance on Friday, Sept. 6 ^on Williamson speaks with a high school friend following the parade Christopher J. 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Cardwell Bravata, Robertson, Stauffer Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was lead by Supervisor Harrison CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to remove item 10A - Fire Chief appointment, and add 10A Township Health Policy. Ayes; All MOTION CARRIED. Remove minutes from the con­ sent agenda Remove Approval to pay bills from the consent agenda PUBLIC COMMENT: Ron Adronaco discussed his con­ cerns with the water and sewer assessment interest MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 21, 2002 MINUTES: Snyder dis- Call for Sun & News Action-Ads 945-9554 ir 1-990-870-7085 cussed that a resolution should be a roil call vote Moved Harrison, second Bravata to change the minutes to say MOTION DENIED. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS: Moved Harnson second Snyder to approve the bills as wntten Ayes all MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Harrison is discussing the 100th St. and M-37 intersection stop light with MDOT. Fred Fleischmann has been checking into the LeBarge Dam land CORRESPONDENCE. Letter from resident discussing the Consumers Energy power lines and substation SERVER: Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to amend the General Fund capital outlay bud­ get by an increase of $4335 00 from the fund balance and to approve Micro Lyne to supply a new server at a cost of $4335 00 Discussion was held Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDERATION OF THE RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO MAKE PUBLIC IMPROVE­ MENTS: Utilities Administrator Pierson discussed the resolution of intent and the questions raised by the Board at the previ­ ous meeting Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to adopt the res­ olution of intent to make public Discussion was held Roll call vote. Ayes: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. and Stauffer Nays: Bujak and Robertson MOTION CARRIED. TOWNSHIP HEALTH POLI­ CY: Moved Harnson. second Bravata to approve a continua­ tion with Humana unfit further review can take place Robertson discussed the Medical Reimbursement issue and this issue being taken care of by the same people Snyder commented on the Township possibly having a cap on bene­ fits with the employee being able to choose where the dollars go. Ayes AX MOTION CARRIED. POW-MIA RECOGNITION DAY RESOLUTION: Moved Harrison, second Snyder to adopt the POW-MIA Recognition Day. Roll call vote. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak commented on wanting informa­ tion on PMR's Robertson dis­ cussed the tax rate resolution. Cardwell discussed the Admin.strative Assistant ad and having the applicants contact Las She suggested that this be handled differently in the future She also commented on activi ties in the Township fo September 11. 2002 Bravat; discussed September 11 and the flag being flown at half staff. He also discussed the landscaping around the Township Office and he would like to put this out to bid per the specifications as pre­ sented. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Snyder, second Harnson to MOTION adjourn. Ayes. AX. CARRIED. (308) SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Thornapple Kellogg School, Barry, Allegan. Kent and Ionia Counties, Michigan, will be held in the school district on Tuesday, September 24, 2002 THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond elec­ tion BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Thornapple Kellogg School. Barry. Allegan, Kent and Ionia Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Twenty-Four Million One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($24,115,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor for the purpose of: erecting, furnishing and equipping an addition or additions to. and partially remodeling, fur­ nishing and re-tumishing. equipping and re-equippmg school facilities; acquiring installing and equipping educational technology fa school facilities, erecting, furnishing and equipping an addi­ tion to and utility vehicle structure for the maintenance building acquiring school buses con­ structing. developing and improving outdoor physical education/athletic facilities including tennis courts and acquiring, developing and improving sites? The following is tor informational purposes only It is expected that the bo.xis will be outstanding fa a period of not more than twenty-six (26) years exclusive of refunding No millage will be levied in the year 2002 fa the new bond issue The estimated simple average annual millage anticipated to be required to retire this bond debt is 2 34 mills ($2 34 on each $1 000 of taxable valuation) (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited and the proceeds can­ not be used tor repair or maintenance costs teacher administrator or employee salaries or other operating expenses ) __ PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT. IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION. WILL BE GEN­ ERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PREONCT NO 1 Voting Place Thomappte Kellogg High School. MtodtevXie. Mctvgan The first preonct con­ sists of all the territory of the School Distnct mckxing Preonct #2 of Irnng Township, except the Townships of Carlton. Bowne Campbel and Preonct #1 of Irving Township PRECINCT NO 2 Vobng Place Freeport Village Haff Freeport. Metwgan The second preonct con&sts ot the Townships ot Carlton Bowne Campbell and Preonct #1 ot trvtng Townshc locat­ ed wrthm the School Distnct All school electors who are registered with the city a township deck at the ary or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election This Nonce is given by order ot the Board of Education of Thomappte-KOtogg School. Barry. Allegan Kent and Ionia Counties Michigan Kim A. Sei feck Secretary. Board of Education H The Mill Pond Sales office on Main Street in Middleville is right next store to The Scoop and the Mid Town Cafe. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The sales office for the Mill Pond Condominiums in Middleville is now open. ■The one year delay has been difficult for developer Jerrel DeKok, but he says his en­ thusiasm for the project has not waned. To jump start the project, those who sign up for the first four units in the first building will save $15,000 from the purchase price. De­ Kok hopes to begin con­ struction of the first building by Nov. 1. Eventually 54 units will be constructed, 44 of which will have water views. “This development won’t look like a warehouse. The contemporary Victorian de­ sign should really attract the eye since no two adjacent siding designs will be the same. Each unit will be dis­ tinct,” De Kok says. The sales office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday and by appointment. It will include a display center showing colors, lighting fixtures and other choices homeowners can make. Call 795-(XXX) or 891-0993 for more informa­ tion. “I want people to see the quality wc* arc offering.” DcKok says. He believes that the amenities offered down­ town will attract upscale buyers for the units, which begin at S185XXM). " Rebecca .Lukasiewicz Democratic Candidate, 87th District • Michigan House of Representatives GOLF FUNDRAISER *18 Hole * Four-Man Scramble September 28, 2002 Tee Time: 1:04 p.m. JF a A Yankee Springs Golf Course 12300 Bowens Mills Rd Wayland, Ml 49348 $50 Donation includes burger & dogs meals Call Karen at 616-623-2026 Please RSVP by September 20th CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 16, 2002, at 7 00 p.m the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Townst.-o and Ullage Hail. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan concerning the applica­ tion of Kentwood Excavating, Inc . tor an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter lownshk) of Caledonia so as to rezone the following described lands, commonly described as approximately 650C Buttnck Avenue from the R-R Rural Residential District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District The Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Spctton 2, Town 5 North. Range 10 West Caledonia Township, Kent County, Mchigan EXCEPT that part described as commencing at the Southwest comer of the Northwest 1/4 of said Southwest 1/4, thence North 413 feet along the West tone of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, thence Southeasterly 600 feet more or less to a pant on the South tene of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 said pant being 444 feet East of the Southwest comer of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4. thence West 444 feet to the pant ot beginning _ .■ _ __ • *4_ -w----- hzi by interested persons during Township office hours AN interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated August 20. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 307 �The Sun and News MxJdievifte. M^September 10. 2002/Page 15 Bowens Mills ‘Cider Time' festivals start Saturday Brea Gillespie visits with a horse while enjoying “Cider Time" at Bowens Mills. The six-weekend “It’s Ci­ der Time” celebrations of the harvest season and a place in time at Bowens Mills will begin Saturday and Sunday. Sept. 14 and 15. The opening festival this weekend will feature hot ap­ ple dumplings, cider press­ ing on an antique press and corn meal ground on the original equipment use in 1864, along with horse drawn rides, live music, a petting zoo with farm ani­ mals and more. This will mark the 24th year of “It’s Cider Time” weekend festivals. The fun starts at noon and lasts until 5 p.m. “Autumn is a season of aromas, a time to taste what the summer has spent creat­ ing,” said Bowens Mills co­ owner Carleen Sabin. “Or­ chards full of ripe red apples dangling from gnarly, black branches seem to beacon an indulgence of the harvest.” The process for creating sweet apple cider remains virtually unchanged from the time that William Blaxton, a colonial settler, planted the first apple or­ chard on the slope of Bos­ ton’s Beacon Hill. The in­ gredients of real apple cider are simple: apples. No pre­ servatives, no added colors, sugars or chemicals - just apples, apples and more ap­ ples. Since colonial times, when John Adams drank a tankard of cider every morn­ ing before breakfast, cider pressing has been a familiar sight at the harvest festival. The gigantic old cider press, which was used at the time, was erected in the mill in 1902. Old-timers tell how it was in the old days when horses were lined all the way back into town, waiting their turn at the press. How­ ever, that was long ago and the mill laid dormant for many years. In 1978 the late Neal Cook and his wife Marion with the help of their chil­ dren, grandchildren, family and friends joined together to resurrect the 19th century water powered cider press located in an old mill near Middleville. With great an­ ticipation they watched as the first cider came oozing from the cider blankets and the huge press chugged along. There were big smiles and giggles of excitement as they sipped the first cider that day. and every fall since then the fun continued. Today the second genera­ tion of millers take their turn offering the sights and sips of cidenng through the fall harvest festival time at the old mill. A complex mixture of gears, pulleys, and belts rumble, clank and rattle overhead as a water-pow­ ered conveyor belt marches apples toward a giant, knifefilled hopper. The fruit is chopped into a huge apple salad. As every five bushels are processed, workers tuck them inside a cotton cloth to keep the skin and pulp in­ side. Up to seven layers con­ sisting of five bushels each can be piled on top of each other for each pressing. Af­ ter the layers are stacked up. the miller cranks a gear to place the apple pulp under­ neath a 50-ton press. Then it is a simple matter*of waiting for the water pumps to build up enough pressure inside the cylindrical press to squeeze every last drop of sweet apple cider. The 12-foot-tall press takes half an hour to press 100 gallons of cider from 35 bushels of apples. The press is powered by the water from the mill pond, which originates at Barlow Lake, then passes through the mill and contin­ ues to Payne Creek and then to Payne Lake and eventu­ ally emptying into Gun Lake. The old press was moved into the mill used more than 100 years ago and is still continues to press to­ day for demonstration. A tasty cider requires a mixture of apples. The best mixture would be some tart apples with some sweet ap­ ples and some acidy apples. Such a mixture could be Macintosh, some Spy. and COfltWMerf /WXt PAgC Owen Sabin shows visitors how apple cider is made. Great Gift! Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP of Michigan I STREAM MAP The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the ‘Lost Stream Map.* The ‘Stream Map of Pennsylvania* was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. 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Though orange juice is the number one fruit juice today, before 1930 apple juice was more popular. The difference between apple juice and cider is that pure cider is unpasteurized and has no additives. Apple juice, on the other hand, is heated to kill bacteria and may contain additives. Sabin said one six-ouncc glass of cider contains 87 calories, along with calcium, potassium, iron and ascorbic acid. One should prepare his or her system for apple cider by drinking only a glass or two a day at first. Drinking an eight ounce glass is like eating three large apples. "It’s Cider Time” festivals are the last three weekends in September and continue through the first three week­ ends in October. They fea­ ture cider pressing and water powered com grinding dem­ onstrations. living history encampments, old-time mu­ sic, petting zoo with farm animals, and horse-drawn wagon rides along with many other history related activities. Cider, doughnuts, hot apple. dumplings and Julie Pennepacker enjoys a caramel apple. WSESS12EBH2 other foods arc available tion scheduled throughout near the large shaded picnic the day both Saturday and Sunday. area. • Oct. 5 and 6 — Moun­ Historic Bowens Mills is a family owned and oper­ tain Men Encampment, co­ sponsored by the Fork River ated historical park. “Our goal is the same as Frce Trappers with a authen­ our parents before us — to tic mountain men and trap­ continue not only to pre­ per living history encamp­ LIFELINER CLASSIC II serve the history of the area ment. 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Included will be Boonstra is "Volunteer Appreciation horse-drawn wagon rides, an Weekend" at the mill a big old-fashioned barnyard Assistant "thanks" to all volunteers, horse pull Saturday and an Manager •Plus open horse pull on Sunday installation through the years Michigan For most cars The other five festivals in at 2 p.m. both days, an oldCertified & light trucks fashioned country fair at­ this fall’s series: Suspension & EXPIRES 9/24/02 • Sept. 21 and 22 — His­ mosphere, with flea markets Alignment toric Bowens Mills Farm and arts and crafts. Antique Specialist Days & Fiber Fest Week­ tractors, farm machinery and end, including an old-fash­ engines arc welcome to dis­ Jason ioned barnyard horse pull play. 'Hie quilts will be on Saturday and an open horse display in the Gathering Terpening pull Sunday at 2 p.m. both Place with the judging on Michigan days. There will be horse- Sunday at 2 p.m. Harvest Certified drawn wagon rides, sheep fun will include an apple pic Brakes & shearing demonstrations, baking contest, with judging Suspension spinning demonstrations, Saturday at 4 p.m. Specialist (Free admission to all la­ live old-time country music 10 Years down by the old mill stream, dies with apple pics.) Experience All festivals include live antique tractors, steam and gasoline engines along with old-time music in "The Don flea marke( and arts and Gathering Place," petting zoo with farm animals, crafts. Irwin horse drawn wagon rides • Sept. 28 and 29 Muhiean Steam & Gasoline Engine with Belgian Draft Horses, State Certified Our professional technicians Show, co-sponsored by the cider pressing demonstra­ (ASE) will inspect your entire brake fa*. Barry County Steam, Gas tions on gigantic 100-yearand Antique Machinery As­ old water-powered cider system and use quality NAPA brake shoes and th. sociation. 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The annual series of weekend festival feature cider pressing, horse drawn wagon rides and many other activities. 500 Arlington Street (M-37) • Middleville 795-3550 • Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-5: Sat. 8-1 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/September 10, 2002/Page 17 From previous page TK freshmen defeated by Wayland in football opener an 1864 grist mill and cider mill. It is a working museum that still grinds and sells fresh com meal through the use of water-powered mill stones. It is a second genera­ tion family-owned and oper­ ated state historic site that receives no state funding. The restorations and upkeep depend on " It's Cider Time Festival" gate fees, special events and donations The "It’s Cider Time Fes­ tival" gate fee for adults is $5, children 5 to 15 years old is $2. Bowens Mills is located in Yankee Spring Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs State Park on Briggs Road. For more details, call 269-795-7530 or visit www.bowensmills.com. Stevie Pennepacker takes a bite out of an apple at Bowens Mills which gets set to kick-of the annual series of “It’s Cider Time" weekend festival this Saturday and Sunday. After a long three weeks of practice, a short bus ride to Wayland meant the open­ ing game of the football sea­ son for the Thomapple Kel­ logg freshman football team. Scoring on their first three possessions of the game the Trojan's defeated Wayland 22-6 on Thursday Aug. 29. Receiving the opening kick-off, the young Trojans drove 65 yards in seven plays and scored on a twoyard run by Ben Ybema. The extra point pass attempt fell incomplete. After forcing Wayland to punt on their first possession a low snap from center pro­ vided Middleville with the ball on Wayland's 26-yard line. A 15-yard run by Ybema to Wayland's oneyard line set up quarterback Jason Blain's touchdown. 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The Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship program wants area golfers to enjoy one last scramble before the snow flies. The first annual Fall Barry County Crown Classic Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5 starting at 9 a.m. at the Mullenhurst Golf Course near Gun Lake. This is a 4 man scramble. The registration fee is $150 per team. The entry fee in­ cludes 18 holes of golf with a cart and the opportunity to crowned the kings and or queens of golf in the area. Organizer Kelli Lecp says, “This should be a great time and it is a worthy cause. Funds raised will go to local students." Prizes include trophies and crowns for the top team. If enough teams enter, cash prizes may be awarded. All proceeds from the tourna­ ment go to the Miss Mid­ dleville Barry County Schol­ arship Fund. Forms for the Fall Barry County Crown Classic are available by calling Lecp at 795-5337. Checks made out to the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program can be mailed to Kelli Leep, Executive Direc­ tor of the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program, 12070 Gackler Road, Middleville 49333. Leep says, “hope you can join us.” Several of the par­ ticipants from previous pag eants will be assisting with the tournament. Ybema ran the two point conversion and the Trojan's enjoyed a 14-0 first quarter lead. Running behind a good blocking offensive line con­ sisting of Justin Noffle. Glen Brock. Ryan McMa­ hon. Jordan Chavis. Mike Munjoy. Ryan King, Derrick Brock, and Isaac Thaler, all four TK backs were able to score during the game. TK's last touchdown was a 42-yard drive capped by a Travis Young two yard run. A Blain to Mitchell Fisher pass was good and the Tro­ jan's lead 22-0. Others playing well for Middleville were Tim Hall. Jordan Smith. Scott Brown, and Tony Carpenter TK. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. 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On their second posses- combined for 10 turnovers and 24 penalties for 175 yards. Caledonia out rushed TK 167 to 152, but continu­ ally shot themselves in the foot with 6 turnovers and 115 penalty yards. Caledonia went three and Only one statistic really matters, the score. TK defi­ nitely dominated that col­ umn on the stat sheet win­ ning 31-0, but nothing else was too pretty for either side. The Trojans and Scots « PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FASH 35mm Film Processing TK head coach Tim Penfield (right) smiles as Joe Guy (#57) and a teammate douse an assistant coach. (Photo by Brett Bremer) NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT r 35MM0RAPS DOUBLE PRINTS 99* 1 -Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... with original processing. 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Caledonia coach Tom Burrill pointed to that play as a big turning point early in the game. After the game Burrill said that his team is going to have to start play­ ing smarter and playing harder. “TK executed when they needed to offensively, and they did the same thing on D.” TK junior Josh Eldridge started the game at quarter­ back in place of injured starter Chad Baragar, but when the Trojans took over on their second possession on their own 27 senior Kyle Fletke was lined up under Defensive guard Matt Potter holds on as Caledonia center and Eldridge was in the backfield behind him. quarterback Angell Castillo tries to escape. (Photo by Eldridge took a pitch from Perry Hardin) Fletke then hit Darrin Tape deep down the side. Tape raced 73 yards for the games was still pushing Scots Caledonia 8 where Eldridge first score. The extra point backwards 20 yards past the ran it in for a 20-0 TK lead. Caledonia’s next posses­ snap was bobbled and the line of scrimmage. 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Middleville Ml/September 10. 2002 TK shuts out Caledonia, continued from page 18 the Caledonia D. pushed Trojan running back Kyle Farris back to the 2 and got the ball back for their of­ fense. Adams caught 3 passes on the night for 41 yards. Scot quarterback Angel Castillo was injured on the next play was done for the night. After a short run and an incomplete pass Fletke intercepted an errant Scot pass to set up a 3-yard TD run by Eldridge. The two point conversion made it 28OTK Castillo completed 2 passes for 21 yards and ran 10 times for 42 yards. His replacement. Tony Pike, was 3 of 6 passing for 30 yards. Senior tightcnd Greg Jousma was on the receiving end of all five Caledonia pass completions. Caledonia senior halfback Joe Kowal­ ski rushed for 40 yards on 9 carries, Klyn had 47 yards on 9 carries. Kowalski also led the Scots’ defense with Justin VanSpronsen finds room to run against Caledonia. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 11 tackles, Jim Haisma re­ corded 9 for the Scots. Trojan kicker Tape hit a 21-yard field goal in the fourth quarter to finish off the scoring. TK Coach Tim Penfield said he was pleased that his team could regroup from their heartbreaking loss last week and “respond like win­ ners.” Penfield added that his squad played good team D and that earning the shut out was quite a feat for his Trojans. Ryan Adams led the TK defense with 13 tackles, Blake Carter re­ corded 8, as did Fletke to go with his interception. Mark Rolison also intercepted a pass for the Trojans. This week both teams be­ gin conference play at 7:00p.m. Friday Sept. 13. TK hosts Byron Center, and Caledonia will be at Sparta. Angell Castillo (right) watches as Scot halfback Kyle Klyn goes down in the grasp of a Trojan. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Scots’ harriers best Cedar FROM OUR READERS Springs, prepare for Sparta Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues TK school bond issue project well thought out The girls swept the first five places in winning 1548. Tricia Miedema finished first at 21:16. Coming in second was Becca Busfield 21:52, third Katie Ryan 22:03, fourth Kristina McClcvc 23 flat, and in fifth was Stephanie Maxim with a time of 23:16 in the race run at Johnson Park. Caledo­ nia boys’ cross country coach Russ Gerber filling in for coach Ellen Wilcox said that the girls ran great. “I’m sure coach Wilcox will be happy when she hears.” Gerber also said that his guys ran great. His team has worked on running as a pack. Gerber told them to push each other and just sec what happens at the end. That is exactly what they did. The Scots’ top four boys finished less that 50 seconds apart. Pat Spitzley finished at 18:52 in second place. In third was Joe Faurena at 19:19, fourth Drew O’Mal­ ley 19:31, and finishing in fifth was John Heckman at 19:37. Senior Pat O’Connor was seventh at 21:19 and fresh­ man John Goebel finished eighth at 21:30. Cedar Spring's Dan Kra­ mer won the boys race crossing the line with a time of 18:01. 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Middleville Ml/September 10. 2002/Page 21 ______ Tough week for TK girls' tennis The Trojans’ varsity girls’ tennis team will be looking to get things rolling this week after a week against tough competition resulted in two ties and a loss. TK split their match at Spring Lake 4-4 for their second tie in three matches. Cary Middlebush won 7-6 (3), 6-3 at second singles. The third doubles team of Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton won 6-1, 6-4, and the fourth doubles pair of Scots’ girls start O-K Gold season with tie In their first O-K Gold match of the season the Scots’ varsity girls’ tennis squad swept the doubles flights, but lost all four sin­ gles matches to tie Hastings 4-4. The first doubles team of Jenny Workman and Amy Jo Leatherman won 6-1, 6-2. Melodie Hickel and Carissa Caledonia freshman soccer falls Even if all four of Caledo­ nia’s shots had found the net it wouldn’t have been enough to upend East Grand Rapids. The Scots’ freshman boys’ fell 4-0 to East Thurs­ day Sept. 5. Coach Kate Sclkc said that Nick Kokx. Mike Markcc. Kenny Porter, and Mike Glcss all played well in the Scots’ defeat. Caledonia goalie Justin Waayinburg made eleven saves. The Scots’ frosh are now 1-3 on the season. Wednesday Sept. 4 Unity Christian defeated the Cale­ donia freshman soccer squad 6-0. Coach Kate Selke said, “our team is improving.’’ Selke said Mike Gless, Joe Pasquantonis, Mike Markee, and Tyler Bowden all put in outstanding performances despite the loss. The Scots’ freshmen play at Forest Hills Northern Wednesday Sept. 11 and host Middleville Thursday Sept. 12 and Sparta Sept. 16. VanLoon at second doubles were also 6-1, 6-2 winners on Wednesday Aug. 28 at Hastings. Third doubles partners Amanda Maichele and EriCa Donnell defeated their Saxon opponents 6-1. 6-1, and the fourth doubles pair of Jennie Atkinson and Sarah Phillips won 6-1. 6-0. Tuesday Sept. 3 the Scots won seven of the eight flights to defeat Sparta. Ra­ chel Zylstra at first singles won her three set match 2-6, 6-2, 6-4. Second singles player Carly Farver won 62, 6-4. At fourth singles Amy Steinbach was a 6-3, 6-0 winner. Workman and Leatherman won again at first dou­ bles 6-2, 6-2. Second dou­ bles players Hickel and VanLoon won 6-4, 6-0. The third doubles team of Maichele and Donnell dropped their Spartan oppo­ nents 6-0. 6-1. Atkinson and Phillips again won at fourth doubles 6-1, 6-2. On Thursday Sept. 5 at Hudsonville only the second doubles team of Hickel and VanLoon and the fourth doubles pair of Atkinson and Phillips were victorious as the Scots fell 6-2. The Scots visited Wayland Monday Sept. 9 and play at South Christian Wednesday Sept. 11. They’ll host the Caledonia Invitational Saturday Sept. 14 then visit Unity Christian Sept. 16. Trojan golfers best Godwin and Belding The TK boys’ golfers played one of the finest rounds ever shot by a TK golf team by posting an im­ pressive 149 defeating Beld­ ing’s 180 and Godwin’s 193 in the Trojans first O-K Blue showdown of the season. Low rounds for TK were Bobby Roush 36, Brett Knight 37. Dan Burbank and Chase VandenBerg both shot 38. Josh Enyart shot 39 and Tyler Wenger had a 42 at Yankee Springs Sept. 3. Thursday Sept. 5 TK de­ feated Kelloggsville in a non-conference match at Broodmoor. The team shot a 163 to Kelloggsville’s 174. Low scores for TK were Nick Roush at 40 and Brett Knight, Tyler Wenger, and Levi Harold all posting 41 ’s. TK’s varsity had a big match against perennial O-K Blue power Calvin Christian on Monday Sept. 9 and will shoot against Coopersville Wednesday Sept. 11, Delton and Parchment at Delton Sept. 12, and Monday Sept. 16 versus Rogers and Byron Center at Byron Hills. The Trojan jayvee boys’ golf also had a good week posting victories over Beld­ ing and Godwin, and lost a close one by two strokes to Kelloggsville after many of TK’s starters were called into action to play against Kelloggsville’s varsity. The JV’s also face Byron Center and Rogers on Sept. 16. Clearly You Will See The Difference (Quality Auto Glass 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There's No Substitute for Quality 9 ------------------------------------------ A Division Of------------------------------------------- ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE Michelle Raetz and Bethany Steorts won a big three set match 6-2. 2-6. 7-5. Fourth singles player Jen Burks was leading 5-4 in the first set when her opponent de­ faulted. Coach Larry Seger said that Kara Hutchens played well at first singles. “She’s starting to come around.” and he said he expects her to breakthrough soon. In earlier action the Tro­ jans fell to O-K Blue power­ house Calvin Christian 7-1 with Middlebush picking up the team s lone victory 6-4. 6-3 at second singles. Raetz and Steorts played a very good match at fourth dou­ bles said Seger, but fell 7-5. 6-3. Aug. 29 the Trojans went even up with Cedar Springs. Middlebush won at second singles 6-1. 6-2. then TK won the bottom three dou­ bles flights. At second doubles Leeanne Lantinga and Jena Jones, making her first ap­ pearance in the varsity line­ up. were 6-3. 6-4 winners. Potts and Clinton won 6-0. 6-1 at third doubles, and the fourth doubles pair of Raetz and Steorts won 6-3, 6-1. Coach Seger earned his 599th tennis victory Aug. 28 and the girls are still looking to get him number 600. They’ll try again Wednes­ day Sept. 11 at Byron Cen­ ter. The Trojans also go to W’ayland Saturday Sept. 14 and host Kelloggsville Sept 16. Trojans’ varsity swimmers compete in first-ever meet In TK’s first ever varsity swim meet the Trojans fell to Plainwell and Ottawa Hills. Coach Pete Beaudoin said that the girls did great, “their overall performance was ex­ ceptional.” The highlight of the night was the 200-meter medley relay Megan McGillicuddy, Gina Niemchick, Taylor Sensiba, and Andrea Sypniewski teamed up to finish second with a time of 2:22:53. The Trojans took third in ail three of the solo freestyle events. Freshman Chelsey Strumberger in the 200-me­ ter, Amy Tinker in the 100meter, and Sensiba in the 50-meter. The 200-meter freestyle relay team of Tessa Kamp. Emily Nyland. Kalah Russell, and Strumberger took second and the 400meter freestyle relay team of Alicia Buchanan. Sunday Matousek, Karla Meilen. and Alison Sager took third. Niemchick took second in the 100-meter backstroke. McGillicuddy finished third in the 100-meter but­ terfly. Senior Jessica Stark took second in the 100-meter breaststroke. Over half of the girls had never competed before and Beaudoin said that they were excited to see how fast a meet goes and other swim­ mer’s times and stroke tech­ niques. The girls now know what kinds of goals they want to set for themselves. “It was an awakening for everybody on the team who has never swam before," said Beaudoin. TK will lose out on a few points this season because they don’t have any divers and the points divers earn are added into the final team scores at each event. The Trojans swim against Rogers at Jackson Park on Tuesday Sept. 10 at 7:00. Beaudoin said that the par­ ent support at Plainwell was great, he knows it’s going to be tough without any home meets. Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of our six inaugural inductees at the... Caledonia High School HALL OF FAME Induction and Banquet Wednesday, September 25, 2002 6 p.m. Social / 6:30 p.m. Dinner Raffaela’s by Pagano Banquet Room INDUCTIONS: Tom Benedict - 1966 Graduate Kris Emerson Simpson - 1983 Graduate LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon - 1977 Graduate Jim Uyl - Community Member John Soderman - Coach, Teacher, Administrator Tickets — $15 (limited seating, no sales at the door) Available at CHS Athletic Office (891-0211) The Inaugural Hall of Fame Induction and Banquet is sponsored by the Caledonia Athletic Department, the Caledonia Athletic Boosters and Bob Myers & Adam Paarlberg - Your Caledonia Realtors If you would like to be a sponsor, please contact the Caledonia Athletic Office (891-0211) or Kathy Jackson (891-8427) �Page 22/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/SeptemOer 10, 2002 First goals against TK, but Trojans win By Brett Bremer ' Sports Editor Hastings’ varsity soccer squad was the first team to get the ball past the TK keeper this season, they did it three times, but the Tro­ jans scored four of their own goals for the win. The score sec sawed back and forth until Trojan Marvin Nunez got a good jump of a throw in. raced with the ball to the end line, spun, and put the ball past the Saxon keeper. Less that five minutes later Trojan mid-fielder Eric Smith got behind Hastings' defense and easily tapped a nice cen- tering pass from Marcos Sanchez into the goal to put TK up 4-2 with just under eight minutes left in the con­ test for the only two goal lead of the night. TK coach Todd McCrumb said Smith played his post strong, and is really pulling together the new de- Trojan C-C girls breeze Brog scorches course The Middleville girls' O-K Conference teams' dual cross country team breezed meets. State Division III cham­ to a first place finish Thurs­ day in the Godwin Invita­ pion Nicole Bush of Kel­ tional and top Trojan boys’ loggsville surprised no one harrier Tim Brog continues by crossing the finish line first in the girls’ race with a to establish himself as one of the best individual run­ time of 18:53. Jamie Watson of Allendale, Bush’s usual ners in West Michigan. Coach Tammy Benja­ “shadow,” finished second min’s girls captured five of in 19:10. But then Middleville the top eight slots in scoring 27 points to win the invita­ scored five of the next six places. Sophomore Natalie tional at Johnson Park Coopersville was second Hoag was third in 21:35, with 105 and Allendale third junior Jessica Stortz was with 125. There were 15 fourth in 21:51, sophomore Kaleigh Page took fifth in teams in the competition. The Trojan boys’ squad 22:12, junior Aubrey Ray­ was fourth with 143 team mond seventh in 22:26 and points, behind Kelloggsville freshman Chaney Robinson with 85, Allendale 121 and eighth in 22:28. Senior captain Elise NyWyoming Rogers 134. Brog was individual medalist for land was 12th in 22:48 and the day with a solid time of Stephanie Simon checked in 15th in 23:28. 17:12 on a tough and hilly For the boys, Chris Hark­ Johnson Park course that ness was second for Midserves as the site for most dleville and 17th overall with a time of 19:06. Nick Tomson was 23rd in 19:16. Alex Robinson 32nd in 19:37 and Matt Miller 70th in 21:29. Lars Gustafson finished 71st in 21:34 and Keith Fulecki was 81st in 22:34. The junior varsity girls had a perfect score of 15 by sweeping the first five places. They were led by Kelli Zoet in 23:33, fol­ lowed by Krista Gustafson. Theresa Miller. Sarah Hawkins and Kaylee Wilke. Jayne Kennicott. Andrea Otto and Jessika Reil checked in sixth, seventh and eighth, respectively, The Trojan girls’ and boys’ team Monday after­ noon were hosts for the Yankee Springs invitational. A detailed report and pic­ tures will appear in this Thursday’s edition of the Hastings Banner. fense McCrumb put in place. Trojan Kyle Holst, who’s been a force up front for the Trojans this season accord­ ing to McCrumb. scored the first goal of the game early in the first half, but the Sax­ ons tied it up minutes later when Aaron Fortier put a penalty shot past the TK keeper Casey Aubil after a whistle for a handball in the penalty box. Late in the first half the Trojans again got the ball behind the Saxon defense and were able to push the ball past Hastings' keeper for a 2-1 lead. The whistle blew for halftime before the ball had even been retrieved Trojan Edwin Cabos settles the ball between Saxon from the net. Cody White and another Saxon defender Three minutes into the second half Hastings' Brian McKeough scored after a scramble in front of the TK net to tie the game at two. Both teams just missed chances on the others’ goal before the Trojans took their Eight teams will be the The Freeport Rec. Asso­ 3-2 lead. Hastings’ Andrew Vin­ ciation will be holding a limit with the tournament cent worked to get himself a CO-ED slow pitch softball broken into two divisions of shot and put it in with two tournament during the Free­ four teams each. Each team will be guaran­ minutes left in the game for port Day Celebration on Sat­ teed three games and balls urday Sept. 28. the final score of 4-3. The entry fee if paid by will be furnished. Saxon coach Andrew For more information Sept. 14 is $100 per team, Wilkinson said that his team still isn’t playing offense as after that date it will be contact Rich Kunde at (616) 765-5338. a team, and that “put a lot of $125. pressure on our defense. We played good team O. in the first half today, but in the second it just killed us.” Wilkinson said after the first half it looked like the team had improved that as­ Golf Course Monday Sept. Caledonia’s boys’ golf pect of its game. Last Thurs­ 16. team defeated Wyoming day Aug. 29 the Saxons fell Park and Wayland in the to Marshall 2-0 Wilkinson same night a Briarwood PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: said that the team was Golf Course. plagued by that same lack of paper M tubjecl to the Fair Homing Act The Scots’ 153 was four team offense that hurt them and the Michigan Civil Rights Act shots better than both Park which collectively make it illegal to in the second half against advertise “any preference, limitation ix and Wayland. Middleville. discrimination based on race, color, reli Matt Ziesemer led the gion, acs. handicap, familial status, The Saxons square off national origin, age of martial statu*, or Scots with a 37 on Wednes­ an intention. Io make any such prefer against Sparta at home ence. limitation or discrimination" day Sept. 4. Also helping the Thursday Sept. 5, and next Familial status includes children under the age of 111 living with parents or legal week travel to Unity Chris­ Scots to victory were Abe custodian*, pregnant women and people Mulvihill and Isaac Mulvi ­ tian on Tuesday Sept. 10 securing custody of children under 18. hill who each shot a 38. I hit newspoper will n<K knowingly then host Comstock Park on Chris Leatherman finished Thursday Sept. 12. the course with a40. readen are hereby informed lhai all Middleville traveled to dwelling! advertiied in Ihn aewtpaper Caledonia is now 5-1 on Wayland Wednesday Sept. the season with a 3-1 record 4, next they’ll host Godwin in the O-K Gold. The HUI) toll free telephone number in a tough O-K Blue for thr Wednesday Sept. 11 the matchup on Sept. 10. 927 J Scots host South Christian at Briarwood, then will face off against Sparta at Alpine Freeport Day softball sign up planned Scot golf gets two for price of one W0M0Service Tip of the Weekl Kendall Tofan Did you know your differential and transfer case should be serviced every 30,000 miles! Receive FREE Koozie Cup i $1 OFF Complete Service Expires 9/17/02 Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 20001 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 on site at MO APPOINTMENT NEEDED! te/vo//ne ■ ■ ■ > " ■ �Caledonia eagers come from behind Lakewood led Caledo­ nia’s varsity girls’ basketball team at halftime, but the Scots outscored the Vikings 15-2 in the third quarter and never looked back. Scots’ coach Angie Stauf­ fer said that the girls’ inten­ sity wasn’t where it needed to be in the first half and that caused the rough start. Stauffer said she liked her teams “courage” coming out to do well in the second half. The Scots rebounded better, played better defense, and came away still undefeated after three games. Julie Slot led Caledonia with 17 points. Bnanna Hormel scored 10, and Mindy Bode 9. Megan Sandtveit and Car­ rie Butcher came off the bench and gave the team some good minutes, as did Kristin DeBlaay who Stauf­ fer said played some great defense at her center spot. The Scots host Cedar Springs Thursday Sept. 12 in their first O-K Gold matchup, then play at Hast­ ings Sept. 17. Stauffer said that things are about to get tougher for her team, but “hopefully we can keep on our roll.” Business Services For Rent BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www.bleameaves.com $0 DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! HUD, VA, FHA Low or no down! OK credit! Listings, 800-5011777 ext. 7132. 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When the original Car­ veth Village site plan was approved more than three years ago it included a sec­ ond phase of 20 rooms. This is what is being replaced by the new plan. Ray Peters who serves on the Planning Commission announced that he has an interest in this is­ sue and did not discuss it or vote on it. There was some discus­ sion of drainage, lighting and landscaping issues. Car­ veth will be working with neighboring property own­ ers on these issues. This recommendation will now go to the Middleville Village Council for action. The Planning Commis­ sion then reviewed the pro­ posed changes to the sign ordinance. Some additional definitions were added, other provisions were re­ fined. The revised sign ordi­ nances now will go to the council for approval. No one attended the pub- lie hearing to discuss the im­ pact of the new ordinances. The commission hopes to reduce sign clutter within the village. 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(M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891 -9000 FAX 616/891 -9025 TAKE 1O% OFF SPECIAL ORDERS if � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-09-17.pdf 7c186bf356fa35444c6187b8775564c8 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH SI W’ ometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 38/September 17, 2002 Village officials want Scotsmoor stopped by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Village of Caledonia last week passed a resolu­ tion asking the Township Board deny the Scotsmoor request "until such time as drainage problems are fully resolved, the roadway that serves it is aligned with Duncan Lake and the 25foot buffer zone is clearly denned." Discussion of the impact of the planned Scotsmoor development on village resi­ dents was led by Chuck Audy, a village trustee. He asked for council support to request denial of or tabling the request "until the pro­ posal holds water." • Traffic: Audy brought a 'Mgram of the proposed lay­ out of streets and planned use of the main artery through Scotsmoor by school buses into school property. Audy said traffic from the schools, and from Kraft Avenue already flows through the village down Johnson and Kinsey, with resulting traffic problems and wear and tear on village streets. He said the traffic and township representa­ tives discuss the problem and see if the costs were really prohibitive, or if the costs could be shared. He would like to achieve a prac­ tical solution "without creat­ ing undue hardship." Many village residents have complained over the wear and tear on Johnson and Kinsey by people using the street as a throughway between Kraft and M-37. study was out of date and not reflective of the plan now in place, in which 53 school buses would pass through Scotsmoor twice a day. The development Arlene Oaks would add 864 more trips on Johnson, he said. Developer Gene Szpeinski’s proposal would create an additional intersection onto Johnson Street to the north, rather than align the street with the Duncan/Johnson corner, and the high school already has a south­ ern drive onto Johnson be­ Caledonia Village officials discussed the anticipated effects by the proposed Scotsmoor developmenton Sept. 9 The layout of the parcel with an overlay of dark lines shows where major arteries would be routed as an alternative to Gene Szpeinski’s plan. tween Kraft and Duncan Lake Avenue. Trustee Dan Erskine said there would be only about 400 feet between driveways onto Johnson if the plan goes through. The present council has worked continually to create street connections in the vil­ Manager of Caledonia business hurt in crash The Kent County Sher­ southbound lane of Whit­ iff's Department and Cale­ neyville looking for a busi­ donia's Fire Rescue re­ ness appointment address. A sponded to a personal injury Dodge truck, driven by accident in the 7000 block James Stout of Ada. was in of Whitneyville Road at the same lane behind Klein. The report states that about 5 p.m. last Thursday. According to sheriff's Stout, “didn't see a turn sig­ authorities. Thomas Klein .of nal.” and proceeded to pass Grand Rapids, manager of Klein, who was turning east Famous Flooring in Caledo­ into a driveway off Whit­ nia, was slowing in the neyville. Klein was treatcu <u mv scene by Caledonia Fire Rescue and taken by ambu­ lance to Saint Mary’s Hospi­ tal in Grand Rapids, where he was treated for minor in­ juries and later released. According to the Sheriffs Department, both parties were wearing scat belts. No further information was available. This car. driven by Thomas Kletn. manager at Famous Flooring m Caledonia, having been hit while turning on Whitneyville Road, narrowly missed two large trees Klein was treated at Saint Mary s Hospital for minor injunes and later re­ leased lage for the increased safety of the residents, not only on Johnson, but in many parts of the village. Village officials only in the past year achieved a three-way stop at the Dun­ can Lake intersection with cooperation of the Sheriffs Department and the Road Commission. They agreed that adding yet another in­ tersection out of Scotsmoor would further affect safety of both drivers and school children walking to multiple destinations, effectively nul­ lifying the effectiveness of the three-way stop at the Duncan Lake corner. An overlay to the Scots­ moor plan illustrated an al­ ternative layout for the alignment of the corner so there could be a four-way stop on Johnson. The pro­ posed new street would pass along a driveway now in use across from Duncan Lake north to the stadium, and join with a street in Scots­ moor. Village President Daryl Penfold said he believes a road that would align the Johnson/ Duncan Lake inter­ section should not be pri­ vate. but public and built to county standards. Over time, the corner across and north of Duncan Lake Avenue, and next to the Community Education Building has been used for laying underground wires, fiber optic cable and utility lines. Objections to putting a street there have been that re-routing this infrastructure would be loo expensive. Penfold said the village had not been involved in the planning of the project Pen­ fold has suggested all the parties involved, the devel­ oper, the schools, village Citizen Roger Loring said adding more residents and bus traffic would only make the streets worse, at a cost to the village and township to repair them. He said if buses went through the develop­ ment, no one would ever get out on the road. He said there were already lines of traffic onto Kraft. Penfold said be would not See Scotsmoor, page 12 TK school bond election mentioned in Detroit News by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Kevin Konarska says he pre­ fers news coverage of the district when it celebrates students’ accomplishments, but it’s difficult when news coverage is misleading. The district’s upcoming bond election has been the subject of editorial comment in the Detroit News in an editorial Sept. 9. The edito­ rial mentioned the TK vote last June of just 1 percent of registered voters, 91, as one reason the legislature should act quickly to limit the dates when schools can hold elec­ tions. It did not mention that the annual school election last June was only for two school scats and that the in­ cumbents were the only can­ didates running for the posi lions. Konarska stressed that the district has worked closely with financial advisors, ar­ chitects and the construction management firm to present the bond issue in the. way which will be most cost ef­ fective. If the bond issue is passed in September, it can go on the December tax rolls. This will save significant money in interest payments. Design plans and specifications can be completed so that bids can go out in the spring which is the best time to, save money. “In fact, what we save by going for the election in September is much greater than the cost of the special election,” Konarska says. One of the accusations in the editorial is that this is a “stealth election” scheduled to insure a positive vote. Konarska disputes that by saying, “we want the com­ munity Io be informed and to ask questions.” He noted that a commu­ nity meeting was held to dis cuss options for the bond is­ sue in the spring, the Citi­ zens for Excellence, have been meetings publicly as the work to pass the bond continues. The need for renovation of buildings and the addition of classrooms is needed be­ cause of increasing enroll­ ment. It will not cost the residents more than what they are paying now for the $26 million bond passed in 1996. This is because the Thornapple Kellogg school dis­ trict qualifies for the “School Bond Loan fund.” If the district approves the new $24 million bond on Sept. 24, residents would pay for the two millages See election, page 12 In This Issue Gun Lake Annual Homes Tour is Sept. 29 Library survey requested by Caledonia Village Middleville Christian Reformed to have new pastor at open house Garden Grove project given a qualified recommendation �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville Mt/$eptember 17, 2002 Gun Lake annual Homes Tour is Sept. 29 The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area’s annual Homes Tour fund-raiser is scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Sept. 29 “All five homes this year arc ail on Gun Lake, each with its own special view” says Marjory Richards, event chairwoman. “Each one is unique and shows the variety of styles, old and new, typical of the lake." The Hospitality Center this year is Sticks & Stones of Gun Lake, located on Marsh Road. Club women serve as hostesses at each site to assure safety and se­ curity and at the Hospitality Center they will be serving refreshments as well. Each site on the Homes Tour will have an arrangement of flowers or a plant donated by area florists. The following is a sketch of the home sites on the tour and the Hospitality Center: • Sticks & Stones of Gun Ijikc (Hospitality Center) — Dee Kraii & Shana Dam. 12325 Marsh Road. Newly opened this year, this “family" business of Shana & Steve Dam and Denise Kraii bring a fresh and new source of fun to the Gun Iakc area. The Dams offer fresh fruits, vegetables, annuals and perennials, in season. Lawn, garden and bird feeding supplies are available and there is also an abundance of unusual gifts and “yard and garden whimsy” to quote one source. Denise. Shana’s mother, handles the area of books and antiques. She is remem­ bered as the previous owner of Pages Book Store in Hastings. Shoppers will en­ joy browsing this store where they will find original creations by local artists, painted chairs, activities of interest to children, jewelry, cards and snacks. Sticks and Stones is open April through December, every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except Friday, when they’re opened until 8 p.m.) For questions or informa­ tion, call (269) 672-2111. • Jim and Lois Gaikema. 2914 Beatrice Ave. If the charm of one of Gun Lake’s “original" cot­ tages is appealing, then Jim and Lois Gaikema’s summer home on Bar ds Cove is the ticket. The original two-bed­ room. half bath cottage was built by Lois’ father. Martin VanDalsen, around 1933 when the property was bought from the Ritchies (of Woodland). The land cost Lois and Martin VanDalsen $200 and taxes were $30 a year. There is a picture of Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie on the wall of the cottage as they are relatives of sorts - the Gaikema’s daughter-in-law is the great-granddaughter of the Ritchies. You enter by following the sidewalk with the 12 grandchildren’s names on them to the four seasons porch in front. Remember, the “front" of a lake home is on the water. Lake residents don’t purchase “lake-back” property, they buy “lake­ front” property. At this home you will find a cozy porch with sleeping for two more guests, family treasured furniture and a place where games are played and beautiful Gun Lake sunsets are enjoyed. Then enter the main living room-dining room area to find the original hardwood floors renewed after years being hidden under lino­ leum. The stone fireplace is a treasure as the stones themselves are about base­ ball size — not the massive ones usually associated with stone fireplaces. The hall­ way off the living room con- The home of Linda and Jerry Molitor. The home of Rick and Jennifer Buller. Sticks & Stones of Gun Lake, the Hospitality Center. The new CARNIVAL PRIDEsh®. So many innovations. So many balconies. So much Caribbean fun! Sail to the Eastern or Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral aboard this magnificent SuperLiner. In seven fun-filled days, you can visit destinations that were once only reachable on longer cruises Her innovations include a spacious, two-level promenade, a hi>ge state-of-the-art Nauuca Spa. and a reservations only super club at the top of the atnum. But her most .mpressive feature is that 80% of her staterooms have ocean views, and of those, 80% have private balconies. Experience a CARNIVAL PRIDE vacation, where one low price includes fun activities, superb tains an original extra sink, two bedrooms and the origi­ nal half bath. One bedroom is just large enough for a double bed and dresser (no closet). The other bedroom was enlarged with the addi­ tion. which allows for twin beds. Last year’s construction added two dormers for ven­ tilation to the attic storage area and enough space on the back of the cottage for a porch, a bedroom, regular stairs to the attic, storage in the hallway and a new full bath. The addition does not distract from the charm of the old dwelling. The Gaikemas maintained the “cot­ tage" atmosphere by keep­ ing the wood window fram­ ing, furniture and more. The wallpaper, accent pillows and window treatments pull the decor colors together throughout This house will be in this “native” family for years to come. • Corrine and Tom An­ drews, 2918 Beatrice Ave. Corrine and Tom An­ drews are considered practi­ cally “newlyweds” because they have only been married nine-plus years (to each other, that is). The An­ drewses found each other again after the deaths of their first spouses (they were sweethearts in college be­ fore the World War II) and married in 1992. Corrine’s family, the Dalmans from Allegan, bought another property on Beatrice when the Ritchies developed the land in the mid-30’s. The Andrewses are living in the home that Corrine and Bob Shipps bought from the Hydes. The original Hyde cottage was razed in 1980 and the current “1980s l^ke House,” as Corrine is fond of calling their home, was dining, lavish \fegas-style shows. Carnival's pampering service and much more. To book your “Funship ” cruise vacation, call today! 7 DAY CRUISES <! & Cruise —— from$599 554-0311 !• Only ths (BsuA in frlo/t & ' ji (Dolign {from... -V- 1 • CONTEMPO jLI « r SALON it /aoo me & H Carnival % 616-891-1095 • Caledonia Centre Plaza CT J built. Much of the original knotty pine paneling from the Hyde cottage was “res­ urrected,” says Corrine. “and is found throughout this house.” A two-story, well-planned and spacious home with Continued next page �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 3 The home of Jim and Lois Gaikema. The home of Corrine and Tom Andrews From previous page plenty of places to put things. The Andrewses have many collections of pitchers and teapots, cups/saucers, mugs, plates, candlesticks, Tom’s hat collection, wicker and much more. There are also many treasures from around the world — a result of their travels. There is a master bed­ room on the first floor with a full bath accessible from the bedroom as well as the back foyer. From the break­ fast nook you can view the lake through the galley kitchen to the front or catch the neighbors out back. The living room and dining room spans the front of the build­ ing and is spacious and com­ fortable. There is also a twoseason porch, where Tom says “we have watched a thousand Gun Lake sun­ sets.” At the top of the stairs is a “bonus” room with Corrine’s office, storage, and sleeping quarters for two more guests. The bath on the second floor is most in­ teresting with the tub/shower being in the cen­ ter with a commode, vanity and sink area on either side. Access is from the hall and from the extra-large master bedroom. The sleeping quar­ ters on both of these floors have large walk-in closets and both are decorated with comfortable style. • Linda and Jerry Molitor, 4210 Trails End. Linda and Jerry Molitor have enjoyed Gun Lake many years when they had a cottage on Joy Road, but when they made up their minds to consolidate house­ holds and have one place, on Gun Lake, the search was on. Through Linda’s affilia­ tion with the Gun Lake Women’s Club, they found a member’s residence on Trails End to be just what they were looking for. To make it their own, though, took Linda and Jerry some extensive planning and col­ lective expertise. The result is a completely remodeled home that is beautiful with views of Gun Lake from just about every Saturday, Sept. 28 • 5-7 p.m. Bowne Center United Methodist Hall at Comer Alden Nash Avr. (M SO) and 84 th St.. Alto [jmi window. The grand foyer has a uniquely peaked ceil­ ing. Follow that through the forma) dining room and into the solar room that keeps the open feel by using half­ walls to separate them. The solar room is paneled in a white-washed, slanted tongue-and-grove pattern. To the right of the foyer, the master suite is large with a master bath that has the whirlpool tub situated in a decorated cove area. Linda describes her home this way: “Our color-scheme and decor, while eclectic, is lake-like and refreshing, with the majority of the rooms being painted a cheerful straw yellow. Most of the flooring is care-free of ceramic tile or hardwood.” The spacious kitchen has its own view of the lake through an opening into the solar room. There are coun­ tertops of a new combina­ tion of man-made and natu­ ral material. Back splashes are an earthy tile, the granite covered island and leaded glass cupboard doors make working in this kjtchen a joy. The great room addition is spacious with the popular three-tiered windows facing the lake. All windows are trimmed in grooved mold­ ings, which is typical throughout the home. There’s comfortable living on the main floor, an addi­ tional half bath, an office and a large laundry. The Molitors reincorporated some of the original owner’s cupboards here as well as in the bath on the second level. movie outpojt VIDEO SUPERfTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. C"— — — — — — — — — — — — — i movie outpoh [ Rent One Movie or Game and get a second rental FREE I I with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location Free rental ot equal or lesser value One coupon per wsrt please Expires 10-30-02 Product Id: SunAa I 1 1 | • VHS/DVD movies & player rentals Gaines & game system rental Special Orders and pre-viewed movies & games for sale • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & Game Accessories I • Reservations on movies J • Weekly specials The extra large, two-garage is attached. From the great room, head upstairs to the “bonus” room for extended entertain­ ing. Three more bedrooms, full and half baths complete this spacious home. There is a unique view of the grand foyer from the hallway on the second floor. The Mo­ litors have some antiques and collections as well. • Rick and Jennifer Bul­ ler, 4614 Turtle Rock Drive. Rick and Jennifer Buller wanted a safe, comfortable place to raise their two small children and entertain family and friends at their Gun Lake home, typical behavior for most lake dwellers. So, the roof came off their 1970s ranch and it became the showcase home it is to­ day. Adding a second story and renovating the floor plan took just five months. During that time the Bullers lived in a neighbor’s cottage where they could have the “fun of watching the place go up” says Jennifer. The results: three bed­ rooms. custom home office, large master suite and sec­ ond floor laundry. Granite See Homes Tour, page 6 Cherry /-..‘Caffey . ■ GREENHOUSE ‘ West ■ Michigan’s most inspiring retail gardening experience. 6900 N. M-37 Hwy. • Middleville, Ml 49333 M-37 Hwy. • 2 miles south of Caledonia • Hours: M-F 9-8; Sat. 9-6; Closed Sun. 616-795-8811 i. 50% OFF I I SALE I g SEPTEMBER 23 ■ OCTOBER f, 2002 This is the sale you’ve been waiting for. t End of Season Clean-Up! All Garden Statuary and || Garden Ornaments, Perennials V (excluding Mums and Pansies). J® Still a nice selection of unique garden gift items in our Garden House... I All 50 % Offl We’re busy planning for next year, so it’s time to make room! 1?,--------------------------------------------- -— 'V; The gardens are open for you to enjoy. -2^Stop in and see the beautifulfall display jy. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002 TK grad receives Fulbright Scholarship Sara K. Hillman, a 1998 graduate of Thom apple-Kel­ logg High School and a re­ cent Phi Beta Kappa gradu­ ate of American University in Washington D.C.. has re­ ceived a Fulbright Scholar­ ship to study in Egypt. Call 945-9554for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes. Competing against thouands of applicants. Hill­ man was awarded a scholar­ ship limited to only 1,000 students annually for studies in 140 countries worldwide. The United States Con­ gress created the Fulbright Program in 1946. immedi­ ately after World War II. to foster mutual understanding among nations through edu­ opportunity to observe other tural institutions, exchange ideas, and embark on joint ventures of importance to the general welfare of the world’s inhabitants. Hillman, who did her un­ dergraduate studies in inter­ national relations, is now studying at the Arabic Lan­ guage Institute of American University in Cairo. Egypt. cational and cultural ex­ change. Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright, sponsor of the legislation, saw it as a political, economic and culstep toward building an al­ ternative to armed conflict. With this as a starting point, the Fulbright program has provided its participants — chosen for their leader­ ship potential — with the as part of the Fulbright pro­ gram. Having previously studied at Hebrew Univer­ sity in Jerusalem, she seeks to promote cross-cultural in­ teraction and mutual under­ standing between Americans and Middle Eastern peoples by sharing daily life as well as professional and creative insights. She will be study­ ing in Cairo until June 2003. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A /it'Infi Church - Servin# a Living Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday ScImmiI Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30a.m 10 35 a m 10 50 a m. 6 00pm Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles t 0 II U III I II t I I I t I o place to belong, a place to become (non traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 93061100am. 891-0576 Meeting at the Cron Crerfc Charter Academy Rev Micluirl Stowell, Dad Pastor Joe Cipt it. Worship Dadcr Denny Bouma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site ww bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunk with a raring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During (ho School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Brute V Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. As»L Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Mewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School 9 45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service. . 11 <10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................. 600 p.m Wednesday Mid Urrk Prayer 6 45 p.m. Word of Lafe Cluhs 6:45 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) 9 30 a m 11 00 a.m 11 00 a m. Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 8 30 a m 9 45 a m 10 30 a m 11 00 a m Ret Norman Kohns <616)891-8167 Church OtTux 616 891 8669 / Fas 891-8648 www catcdoniaumc org Praise Singing ' 9.45 a m 1050 am Morning Worship 11 00 a m Wed Fellowship ? 30 p m Pastor Uoyd Delormer Sr Church Ph 868 6810 • Pastors Ph 897-7KJ7 ©lb ®imr ^¥letl)obist QLIjurcb 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. &HNew Life "lli^FCKRlSTI AN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 698-9660 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Pfone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun 6:30 pm 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7903 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900 a.m. and 10:30 a m. M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information (616) 891-8119 or ww w peacechurch cc I i t) am Coamptran KKB am bJOpA. tx30 pin 630 pm Rti TbrviND PA* • MMMVlKVOM. 891 -a)2H • e-mad ie^NontiMrn net ■_________792-2889____________ THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURC11 Preaching the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a tn (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross _________ Church: 616-891-0281________ Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning WasNp 9 30am Middtevae Mornng Wonhip Surdoy School (Jr. Hign & Adults) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evenng Jr High • Godes 6-8. Wed Evenrg 1100 a m 9 45 am 1100 am 600800 pm 6007 30 pm. Rev Lee Zach man Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFARER COMMUNITY Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue Caiedonu 616-6988001 redeetnedrisen jtrt www redecmeriosenant org .4 member d Iht [mnjrttd Cmnenaui ChuKhn dAmenn (^ainU ■ diatduat 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) VndLo \kmrryg V fcttim Trjda»mai Sanin N.h hat Al A$jr» Sundav E»rr.ng Senxe . FM Frvndh Pre xfvMAkh Fraser Mccuyg • Vednodas Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 9:30 a m Mass at St Therese Church m Wayland white renovations are being made Church Office Phone - 795-9266 —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Lakeside 150 131st Ave Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (north uirst of Gun lube I f/oci Community Campui foi PhniiTiy and feivire Sunday Community Church A Place for Family A Enends 6201 Whitneys tile Asenuc. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30 am Sunday School for AU Ages 10 45 a m Esenmg Worship 6 00 p m Pastor Roger Buttman • Church Office M8-0391 WWW lakrsidevommunity org SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH ALASKA CONGREGATION Church School Sunday WWW iserv net - stpaul_____________ 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 Community of Christ Leighton Church SI 46 68th St near WYvtnewdte Ave Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 591-S6S5 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 250 V inc Street ( M 3 7 to Emmons to Vine > September 22: .4 Reason For Being Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: (Missouri Svjnod) AU Services have a Nurwrq Available • Barner Free Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Worship Sunday School Codec Fellowship Worship with Jr Church (Nursery available throughout) 10:00 a.m 11:15 a.m. 6 00 p.m St Paul Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia ___ 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8 30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed Sunday School 9:45 AM YOU ARE INVITED Ret' E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 A 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED U5 A.M. Morning Prayer (Ho*y Communion 2nc Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Moly Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phoee 795-2170 or 949-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hutt wick |lc|xc| CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www. wgsfgrercc org WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Mvmerv’ite Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. . and Jesus is l^ord" Meeting at Caledonia High School SurtoySchoa 930am Surao/ Momrg Wrxsrip ’0 30 am »4eenrg of chape on Whtneyv4te Ave Sinaoy Evenng Woahp 600pm Wea Waweefc Payer 8 toe 700 pm Sev DwcsS^ys. Pastor •Qe* Kor tenor Ajsoc tera Weos.*e wrreyv*eo<* org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 5 TK elementary school fund-raiser begins Sept. 20 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The annual elementary school fundraiser sponsored by the Thornapplc Kellogg Parent Teacher Organization begins on Sept. 20 The PTO will hold a general meeting Wednesday, Sept. 18 to in­ troduce all members of the PTO boards to interested parents from kindergarten through eighth grade. The meeting on Wednes­ day. Sept. 18 begins at 7 p.m. in the all purpose room at Page Elementary. The PTO hopes to fill any re­ maining vacancies on the boards of the schools, go over the upcoming fund raiser at the elementary schools and perhaps set dates for future general meetings. The elementary fund raiser begins on Sept. 20. The money raised goes to pay for field trips, special events, author visits, library books and much more. In­ formation will be coming home with students. Upcom­ ing events paid for by funds raised last year include the Village Players production for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and the visit of Rick Charette on The Ice Cream Social on Sept. 5 was a great way for McFall parents to meet each other and teachers. The McFall PTO supplied the ice cream with the help of The Scoop. Oct. 4 and 5. All parents of children in grades kindergarten through 8 arc members of the PTO. and doughnuts. They will then travel to the musuem in downtown Grand Rapids to view the new exhibit mak­ ing its national debut here, featuring photographs and memorabilia of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The cost of the exhibit is $3 per person. All seniors in the commu­ IVIutf jCulkwutA Be£im wt iui Gud SkepM futknax Cimick in Lutherans believe that the Son of God became a man. Jesus was bom of the virgin Mary and therefore He is both fully God and fully man. He is not simply God and He is not simply a man. He is the second person of the Holy Trinity in the flesh; God and man, one person Lutherans believe that this same Jesus. Son of God and Son of Man. truly suffered under Pontius Pilate, was cru­ cified, dead and buried not only to be a sacrifice for the sins we commit, but also for the original sin which all humans are bom with. His suffering and death appeased the wrath of God because of our sins. Lutherans believe Jesus descended into hell, truly rose from the dead on the third day (Easter Sunday). ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of God so that He eternally rules over all creation, comforts those who believe in Him and gives them life and every grace and blessing. This same Jesus will return on the last day to judge both (he living and the dead Because Jesus is fully God and fully man that means He has covered over your sins and beaten your death. By virtue of His humanity He was able to take your place and bear God’s wrath for your sms. By virtue of his deity he was able to make full payment for your sins You do not need to add anything, not love, not good works, not money, not fancy clothes, not anything to the sacrifice which Jesus made for you. He has done it all. paid it all. suffered it all for you! By faith in Him alone you receive forgiveness of your sins and eternal life. This is what Lutherans believe! Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 269-795-2391 Re\ E. Anthony Sikora 908 W. Main Street. Middleville. Mich. 49333 Wocsrup 9 30 a-m . Sunday Sch. II am, Adult Bible Class 11 a m ..... ...... . Come Join Us!!! Who? - K-6th grades i k What? - Wednesday Night Kids' Clubs k Where? - Alaska Baptist Church < * 7240 65th Street f * No dues are charged and volunteer opportunities are available. Any parent who is inter- Dutton Community Seniors’ Group to view 9/11 exhibit The newly formed Dutton Community Seniors' Group, which meets monthly at Re­ deemer Covenant Church, is planning a trip to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Mu­ seum today, Tuesday, Sept. 17. The group will meet at Redeemer Covenant Church at 9:45 a.m. for coffee, tea, Michelle Rademacher from the McFall PTO en­ couraged parents to par­ ticipate in the annual fundraiser during an open house, ice cream social on Sept. 5 at McFall. The PTO is sponsoring the visit by musician Rick Charette to the school on Friday, Oct. 4 and the community concert on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. ■■■■■——..—in.i.u------ nity are welcome to attend. Please call the church at 698-8001 if planning to at­ tend so that transportation arrangements can be made ahead of time. Redeemer Covenant Church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Ave., and the group meets in the Fellow­ ship Hall, using the lower level parking lot for easy ac­ cess. For more information about the seniors' group or about this event, please call Arv Anderson at 698-9547. THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SECONDARY LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Sept. 18 Goulash w/garlic toast or comdog on a stick, com, pears, milk. Thursday. Sept. 19 Cheeseburg on a bun or BBQ chicken on a bun, baby carrots w/ranch, fresh water­ melon. milk. Friday, Sept. 20 Pizza or fish sandwich on a bun. seasoned green beans, orange slices, milk. Monday. Sept. 23 Tomato soup w/gnlled cheese sandwich or hamburg on a bun. celery sticks w/ranch. fresh banana, milk. Tuesday, Sept 24 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, w/garik bread or ham and cheese hot pocket, peas, mixed fruit** milk. Caledonia, MI 49316 When? - September 15th 2002 ested in learning more about PTO activities is invited to attend the meeting on Sept. 18 6:30 p.m. - 7:50 p.m Also featuring 7th-12th. Got questions? Need a ride? CaH (616) 695-5104 Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads. <s'" QWtimate Qpa ^Rodtj Stein Co/te * Pt COME AND HELP US CELEBRATE FREE DRAWINGS for massages, pedicures, facials, manicures, tanning and our GRAND PRIZE—A luxurious full day -spa package including lunch & champagne!! 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Rick has created a “be­ fore. during and after” com­ puter presentation of the re­ model. which will be show­ ing during the tour. • Judy and Doyle Smith. 11596 Marsh Road. If you could name a prop­ erty, this one would be “Frog Hollow,” given the variety and number of frogs located inside and outside of the property. However, a bit of history on Doyle and Judy Smith’s home really gives the flavor of their neighborhood. About 40 years ago, Bay Pointe and the adjoining properties were purchased by Ruth Harper. In 1978. Bay Pointe was purchased by Jackie &. Roy Martin and it continued as a trailer park. Then, in 1983 it became Bay Pointe Restaurant. In 1989. Ruth Harper built her home at 11596 Marsh Road. The Smiths purchased the home from her in 1994 after spending many summers on Gun Lake. They have remodeled on three different occasions to bring the home its current look. The original building was a 1200 square foot ranch with basement. Judy and Dolye turned in into the 2100 square foot treasure it is today. On the mail level, the Smiths have three bed­ rooms, one being used as an office. The master bedroom is on the lake front with slid­ ing patio doors. There is a full and half bath, living room with sliding glass doors, large kitchen, island and breakfast area and more sliding doors. The front foyer was enlarged to get to the basement stairs inside. The decks are impressive ZtVtsZ /t/ZrzZj new of... After Effects HAIR STUDIO 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269 795-0053 n. Victoria’s Charm Affordable Fine Jewelry 269-795-0039 Victoria Betit, Owner MASSAGES BY Julie Lake CMT Reflexologist Eric Baird CMT Reflexologist Reiki Practitioner Rejuvenation Table Therapy CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS 269-795-0053 and comfortable. The original projects called for opening the lower level to make a walk-out family room, move the utili­ ties from one end of the house to the other and to separate utility room. This level has a family room with bar. large bedroom, a full bath with two entries to ac­ commodate visitors, a large storage closet and patio. Check out the egress win­ dow in the bedroom and ex­ tremely large fish on the wall down here. The views of Gun Lake are spectacular on any level and the Smiths spend many hours enjoying and sharing this place with their three daughters, sons-in-law, three grandchildren and friends. Doyle holds the distinc­ tion of being the last elected “mayor” of Gun Lake, but you need not address him as such. The annual homes tour provides the funds the Gun Lake Women’s Club needs for its projects to benefit the community. GFWC-Gun Lake Area is known for its involvement with the Gun Lake Protective Association (GLPA), support of the Pat­ terson Road improvements for the safety of area resi­ dents, books for babies; aca­ demic and arts scholarships, Red Cross blood drives, holiday food baskets, hats and mittens for elementary school children, cards for veterans, support of Inter­ lochen Arts Camp, Girlstown at Belleville and Bay Cliff Camp in the Upper Peninsula, Adopt-A-Highway program for two miles of Chief Noonday Road: and, at the national level, Operation Smile. The GFWC-Gun Lake Area Lending Library, in its new location at Del Mar As­ phalt & Paving Company, 2806 Patterson Road, serves the community as well. 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For more information, call Jean Medcndorp. ticket chair at (269) 795-2523, Marjory Richards, event chair at (269) 795 3969 or Fran Leonard, club president and publicity chair, al (269) 795-8731. Monterey Grille restaurant moving to new location Monterey Grille, one of Caledonia’s family restau­ rants, is moving to a new lo­ cation next week. Monterey Grille is cur­ rently located at 9866 Cherry Valley, in the plaza next to Caledonia hardware. Their new home will be just about the new location. "We needed Io expand our facility in order to ac­ commodate the growth of our business, I feel the new location helped us to do that as well as create a greater visibility for the restaurant,” said Higgins. The new location will house a new banquet room for large parties and more seating for hungry guests. "We want our customers to know nothing is changing except our location, we will ends with a rousing battle be offering the same menu between the handsome with the same smiling prince and the "invisible" faces," Kerri said. The Grille is scheduled to dragon. The play is directed by be closed Sunday and Mon Suzanne McIntyre. Ann day, Sept. 29 and 30, for the Brinks created the costumes. move. It will reopen in its The cast includes Julie new location on Tuesday, Coon, Mike Bremer, Randy Oct. 1. Keep looking for Grand Eggers, Maggie Benjamin, Doug Brinks, Susan Nelson, Reopening offer in future Helen Wingeier, Tony sun & newsads as well as Wingeier, Jean Lavich, Ed what will be filling Mon­ Schellinger, Darlene terey Grille’s previous locaSchellingcr and John Bre­ ’ion. mer. Students may sec some of their teachers performing as townspeople. a short distance away, at 9175 Cherry Valley (for­ merly the Brandywine Res­ taurant) in the Glenn Valley Retail Center. Bruce Higgins and his wife Kerri opened Monterey Grille 18 months ago and said they are very excited Village Players to perform for students The Village Players of Middleville are presenting "The Invisible Dragon" Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 25 and 26, to all stu­ dents in grades K-5 in the Thornapple Kellogg Schools. This production is for school children only and is supported by the Thornapple Kellogg PTO. This play by Patricia Clapp relates the story of a kingdom where everyone was happy except for the gloomy princess. The tale begins with the king and queen trying to make their gloomy daughter happy and for classified ads Why do all the work when we can do it for you? lOoodtawn fheaioius Ttetilement XJittage 1821 N. 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Limited vacancy remaining in assisted living. 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living .Managed Company ■ uavw leisure living eom �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 7 Fall Crown Classic needs golfers Robin Kay Jewett HASTINGS Robin Kay Jewett, age 38, of Hastings, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2002 at her home. Mrs. Jewett was bom on Aug. 20, 1964 in Grand Forks, N.D.. the daughter of Menon and lone (Tollefson) Pearce. She was raised in the Grand Rapids. MI area and attended Rockford and Kentwood schools. She was married to M. Lloyd “Skip” DeVormer ALTO - Lloyd M. "Skip” DeVormer, age 51, of Alto, died Saturday. Sept. 7, 2002 after a heroic battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his sister. Vicki DeVormer. He is survived by his wife of 29 years. Laura; two daughters, Jennifer and Christina; parents. Lloyd. Sr. and Doris DeVormer; grandmother, Rosetta Champion; two brothers, Kim (Brenda) DeVormer, James (Dena) DeVormer; two sisters. Marlene (Jon) Pelletier. Brenda (Don) Harvey; sisters-in-law, Nancy (Ixn) Nanzer, Norah (Lee) Rodgers, Carla (Jim) Bunce; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. There arc many who were inspired by his enthusiasm and we will sorely miss him. Lloyd's life passions included a companionable walk with God, healing of relationships, nature, and soccer. He went to school at GVSU. Wayne State Univer­ sity. Western Michigan Uni­ versity, and was an avid reader. Funeral services for Lloyd were held Wednesday. Sept. II, 2002 at Community of Christ Church. Alaska Branch. Alto. Dale Wells and Ed Ford Jr. officiated. Interment Holy Comers Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Myeloma Institute for Research and Trans­ plantation or the Grand Rapids Area Soccer Assoc­ iation (earmarked for new outdoor soccer complex). Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraff Funeral Home. Caledonia. Our sincerest thanks to > those who shared our loss and « expressed sympathy during this difficult time with the sudden loss of Lee Reyff. The Reyfffamily: father Eric Reyffand Bev; Grandparents Dick and Sue Reyff; aunts and uncles, John & Sarah Pellegrini, Martha and Chris Banash, John Lloyd; and cousins, Olivia, Alec, Madison and Sidney. The Lee Reyff Memorial has been established at Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Memorials can be directed to the Administration office, 5■ Middleville. t Troy Jewett on Dec. 23. 1983. They moved to the Hastings area in 1984 from Middleville. She was employed at Marketlab (Phelobotic) in Grand Rapids for the past five years. She had previous­ ly worked for State Bank of Caledonia branch in Middleville for 10 years. She was an avid Detroit Lions enthusiast and a col­ lector of Lions memorabilia. She was an avid children’s sports supporter. Mrs. Jewett is survived by her husband. Troy; daughter. Amber; son. Cory; mother. Ione Tollefson of Walhala. ND; mother-in-law. Ella Jewett of Middleville, broth ers. Wade (Angie) Olson of Minot. ND and Randy (Michele) Olson of Mt. Morris, MI; sisters, Tammy (Greg) Schafer of Wyoming, MI and Tina (Keith) Plotts of Greenville. Ml; nieces and nephews; and special best friend, Donna Fechner. Preceding her in death were fathers: Butch Pearce and Lenny Magnusson. Services were held Monday, Sept. 16, 2002 at Wren Funeral Home. Burial was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hastings Athletic Boosters. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or can 945-0526. The first annual Fall Barry County Crown Classic Charity Golf Tournament supporting the Miss Mid­ dleville Barry County Schol­ arship program is scheduled for Saturday. Oct. 5 starting at 9 a.m. at the Mullenhurst Golf Course near Gun Lake. This is a 4 man scramble. The registration fee is Si50 per team. The entry fee in­ cludes 18 holes of golf with a cart and the opportunity to crowned the kings and or queens of golf in the area. Organizer Kelli Leep says. “This should be a great time and it is a worthy cause. Funds raised will go to local students." Prizes include trophies and crowns for the top team. If enough teams enter, cash prizes may be awarded. All proceeds from the tourna­ ment go to the Miss Mid­ dleville Barry County Schol- Esther May Hubbard MIDDLEVILLE - Esther May Hubbard, age 80, of Middleville, passed away Sept. 9. 2002 at Pennock Hospital. Hastings. She is survived by two very special friends. Nancy Carpenter and Gloria Rector, both of Middleville and also her friends at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Middleville. Esther May Hubbard was bom on July 30. 1922 in Middleville, Mich., the daughter of Daniel W. and Cora (Bell) Hubbard. She was raised in Middleville and attended Middleville School. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Middleville. Preceding her in death was her daughter, June Marie Hubbard. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2002 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Middle­ ville. Pastor Tony Sikora officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middle­ ville. Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. arship Fund. Forms for the Fall Barry County Crown Classic are available by calling Leep at 795-5337. Checks made out to the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program can be mailed to Kelli Leep. Executive Direc­ tor of the Miss Middleville Barry County Scholarship Program. 12070 Gackler Road. Middleville 49333. 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Putting away a little each week can give you a nice little nest egg for when it is needed most. to qualified buyers State Bank of Caledonia 627 East Main Street • Caledonia, 211 East Water Street • Suite 100 • Kalamazoo, 3205 68th Street, SE • Dutton, 303 Arlington Street • Middleville, 616-299-6790 • 616-583 5000 ext 207 Ml MI MI MI 49316 49007 49316 49333 • • • • 616.891.8113 616.381.7960 616.698.6337 616.795.3361 �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/September 17. 2002 Middleville area community comes together Sept. 11 Flags waved during a moment of silence at Page during the commemoration of the September 11 trag­ edy by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Mid­ dleville Rotary heard local musician and songwriter Hosea Humphrey sing his song "The Flag Was Tat­ tered and Tom’* and thanked local police and emergency personnel for their contribu­ tions to the community. Humphrey related how the idea for his song came from an image he saw dur­ ing the winter Olympics telecast when Flag #1 from the World Trade Center was carried into the opening ceremonies. He hopes his song gets w ide distribution. Following the luncheon at the Middle Villa Inn Rotary members had an opportunity to get a close look at a Mid­ dleville Unit patrol car. mo­ torcycle, rescue ambulance and fire truck. Rotary President Lee Zachman thanked all the lo­ cal safety personnel for their service to the community. Wednesday. Sept. 11. opened with moments of si­ lence at the high school and middle school at 8:46 a.m. Since the elementary schools don't open until after Tailoring a Gift Page principal Brad Warren helps students as they lead the Pledge of Alle­ giance Deb Jensen’s reading class joins in a building wide recitation of the Pledge on Wednesday serve your charitable interests and financial goals JLJL V to The Middleville unit’s motorcycle was the center of attention The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specif­ ic area of interest to the donor They can also benefit a geographical area Donor Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the char­ itable organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants They can be estab­ lished in two forms Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income Endowed Donor Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established Designated Funds Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body, by affiliating with a community foundation the Supporting Organization enjoys public chanty status and the professional staff services of the community foundation However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the kves of others and the Me of your community that time, their moment of silence was held at 10. At McFall, which houses kindergarten and first grade students teachers chose very low key age appropriate ac­ tivities. At Lee, the moment of si­ lence and pledge were held in classrooms. At Page, the school gath­ ered around the flag pole for a moment of silence and the pledge. Several children waved flags and many wore red. white and blue Principal Brad Warren asked the students to re­ member the past and work to abetter present and future. During lunch students at the middle school created a banner that celebrates American values, which will be sent to U.S. Senator Carl Levin s office. The day ended with a community service held in the high school auditorium, sponsored by local churches Hosea Humphrey sings his song, “The Flag Was Tattered and Torn/ �The Sun and News, Middleville. MkSeptember 17. 2002/Page 9 TTES wins $100,000 grant Thornapple Township Emergency Services has been notified of a $99,561 grant award from the U.S. Fire Administration. The notification was made Friday by U.S. Sena­ tor Debbie Stabenow. The grant is one of 517 awards made to fire depart­ ments, including 16 from Michigan, in the fifth round of the 2002 FIRE Act pro­ gram. Also receiving a fifth­ round grant in Barry County was Orangeville Township Fire Rescue, which will re­ ceive $112,508. The grant received by TTES will be used to pur­ chase a hands-on training system to teach firefighters how to survive flashovers — a deadly phenomenon that occurs in structure fires. The system also will allow fire­ fighters to train for fire sup­ pression in actual fire condi­ tions. without the risks in­ volved during fire training in abandoned buildings. in 1987. three Michigan firefighters died in a live fire training exercise in an aban­ doned farmhouse. So far this year, three firefighters have died nationwide in two sepa­ rate training fires in aban­ doned structures. "We will have a state of the art training system that enables us to safely provide our firefighters with the knowledge and experience they need to stay alive in burning buildings.” said TTES Chief Mark Marentette. "This will be a leap ahead in safety from where we are now. which is to train our personnel through prac­ tice burns in abandoned buildings. I am a staunch ad­ vocate of live fire training, and I believe the absence of hands-on training puts firefighters at serious risk because they aren't prepared for the dangers they face in a real structure fire. Yet. there are significant con­ cerns with using abandoned buildings for this purpose. We simply won t have to do that any more." The training system will be available for use by all area fire departments. Only one other such system is available in Michigan, at Oakland Community Col­ lege in metropolitan Detroit. The next closest facility is in Fort Wayne. Ind. The training system will also complement Thornap­ ple Township’s plans for a state of the art classroom fa­ cility in TTES proposed new station, which is ex­ pected to go before voters for approval next spring. Marentette anticipates the system will be delivered and instructors from area fire de­ partments trained in time for use with the 2002-2003 Barry County Fire School. Freeport Fun Day is Sept. 28 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Food, fun. tractors, sports and even a treasure hunt will be part of this year’s Free­ port Fun Day on Sept. 28. The dining area at the Freeport community center will be full of food smells from the beginning of the pancake breakfast sponsored by the fire department at 7 a m. through the lunch cre­ ated with care by the Free­ port United Brethren Church at 11 a.m. and ending with the lasagna dinner prepared by Welcome Corners Church and the members of the Freeport Business Asso­ ciation. Fun Day is sponsored by Village approves new medical insurance plan by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Medical insurance costs were discussed before a new health plan was approved for village employees at the Sept. 10 meeting of the Mid­ dleville Village Council. The council approved joining the Community Blue Option 1 program with a $10/$40 co-pay drug plan. The village will reimburse to a $ 10/520 level if neces­ sary. This new preferred pro­ vider organization plan will save the village money over the previous plan with a cost of $795.32 per month for family coverage. It includes physicals and mammograms. The separate vision plan did not change. The village continues to negotiate a contract w ith the Department of Public Works employees. The council heard from Sgt. Tony Stein that every­ thing went well at Heritage Days. He mentioned that if the festival returns to down­ town in the future, parking will be a serious problem. Village President Lon Myers mentioned that the goal was to return down­ town and that perhaps shut­ tle buses and other arrange­ ments could be made for parking. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck updated progress on Stagecoach Park and the new parking area. The vil­ lage is still waiting for Con­ sumers Energy to move electric poles. Some landscaping is al­ ready in. most of the brick sidewalks have been in­ stalled and the “Granary” has been removed. The council approved testing the seven generators used to provide backup power at the village wells and at the waste water treat­ ment plant. Testing will be done by an outside firm and the district w ill set up a twoto three-year rotation. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24. REQUEST FOR BIDS St. Cyril’s Church in Nashville is seeking bids for construction of an addition including a new entrance lobby and handicap ramp. Contractors interested in bidding please call 269-948-3732 for prints. Bids are due October 11.2002 the Freeport Business Asso­ ciation. Money raised goes to support community pro­ jects. For the athletically minded there are the softball tournament, the three-onthree basketball tournament with its shooting and slam dunk contests. This year there will even be a hay bale rolling contest at 3:30 p.m. Kids games will share the community center lawn with a craft show. The car show returns with trophies and fun. The Freeport Historical Society is bringing back their quilt show and will have a book signing for author Jerry Morton, whose book “The Sound of Words” is about the Freeport News and Clarksville Record. Most events take place in downtown Freeport, at the park or near the community center. The tractor pull will be at Howard and Judy Smith's farm. For more information, call Judy Jackson at 7653100. TK Senior Parents to meet Monday The parents of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Senior Class o< 2003 committee will meet Monday at the UAW hall on Washington Street Monday. Sept 23 at 7 p.m. Senior parents raise money for many activities during the last year in high school for the senior class. The most publicized of the senior activities is the sur­ prise after graduation party, a chaperoned and a safe and drug and alcohol free event. The parents raise money to pay for food, games, prizes, auctions and raffles. This year the Senior Par­ ents 2003 group arc accept­ ing donation now to help limn the amount of fund raising they will have to do during the year All dona­ tions arc tax deductible. For information contact fund raising chair person Tammv Stark at 795-8874. BPHOTO Where you get your photos processed DOES matter! It’s vacation time! Get the best reproduction possible from the professionals at Printing Plus. 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Ml/September 17,2002 Middleville Christian Reformed to have new pastor at open house by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed Church at 708 W Mam St. invite the community to meet their new pastor. Rev­ erend Tom DeVries, at a special service and open house Sunday, Sept. 22. The special service begins at 10 a m. and the open house with refreshments be­ gins at 11:15. Weather per­ mitting, refreshments will be served on the front lawn of the church. In case of in­ clement weather, refresh­ ments will be served in the church basement. DeVries replaces Roger Timmerman, who retired last fall. Before coming to Middleville, DeVries worked as a teacher and missionary in the Philip­ pines from 1992 to2001. He was the pastor of a church in Salt Lake City for six years, taught high school and served other ministries. He was officially installed as the Middleville CRCs pastor July 28. He has been busy in the community since then, helping church mem­ bers create their floats, solv­ ing the grass shack problem on one, planning the musical finale for Heritage Days and helping the community com­ memorate the Sept. 11 trag­ edy. "One of my goals is to help the Middleville CRC serve the community," DeVries says. This year the church is leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Call today for Appointments’ 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil's Pizm) ill 795-7719 holding free community education meetings this fall. "Because of the current economic slowdown, the first topic for the free eve­ ning classes is finance." Rev. Devries says. Lee DeVries (no relation to Rev. DeVries) will lead a series of three seminars on personal and family finances focusing on ways to survive in a weak economy. All the seminars will be held Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., followed by time for coffee and questions. On Sept. 26. Lee DeVries begins with "How to make your dollars go farther." He has worked for many years at Old Kent and now Fifth Third Bank. The topic Oct. 3 is "The Debt Trap." It will discuss the dangers of debt and how to save. The finance series ends with "Budgeting Basics" Oct. 10. This seminar fo­ cuses on how to budget for daily life and plan for the fu­ ture. People may attend all three seminars or just the one in which they are inter­ ested. The seminars are free. A two-seminar series on cancer will begin Oct. 24. For more information about the open house or free community seminars, call the church at 795-9901. * •T Fall Clearance Specials! $ V £ - Z A pt slfowroo Floor & Wall In-Stock CERAMIC TILE Starting at 99' CARPET 30% OFF While Supplies Last! VINYL 50-70% OFF While Supplies Last! Every Day Low Prices While Supplies Last! TAKE 10% OFF SPECIAL ORDERS CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) • Caledonia. Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 FAX 61^891-9025 Arnie Krumrie (left) and Mike Helmer, both Caledonia Band Booster parents, sold raffle tickets for this 2003 Pontiac Vibe at Middleville’s Heritage Day. The tickets have been on sale all over Caledonia with the car being shown several places. The raffle drawing will be held on Oct. 25 at the last home football game Band boosters to hold car raffle Band Boosters with a 2003 be sold or the raffle will re­ by Cathy L. Rueter Pontiac Vibe to be raffled vert to a 50/50 draw ing. Staff Writer All proceeds benefit Calc The Caledonia Bands off to the winning ticket donia school district bands 2000 have teamed up with holder. to help defray costs for uni­ Gavin Chevrolet/Buick/PonTickets are on sale now. forms. instruments and trips. tiac to raise funds for the with the drawing being held For further information bands. on Friday night, Oct. 25. at about the raffle or ticket in­ Gavin, of Middleville, has the last home football game. formation. call 098-1072 or provided the Caledonia At least 1.400 tickets must 698-1938. StoryTime for kids begins Oct. 2 at Freeport Library The Freeport District Li­ brary will hold its first StoryTimc for children ages 3-5 at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Oct. 2. Since StoryTime, with its play period, several stories, a game and a simple craft lasts for approximately 45 minutes, children should be able to sit quietly and listen. They also need to be able to be away from their moth­ ers or fathers for that length of time. “LapRead is perfect for younger children or those not willing to venture off on their own,” a library spokes­ person said. “During La­ pRead children sit on the lap of a parent or another adult while listening to stories. These children will also have time to meet new friends and play with puz­ zles and toys after listening to stories.” Pre-registration is re­ quired for both these pro­ grams. Parents may pre-reg­ ister by stopping by the li­ brary or by calling 7655181. The library begins Satur­ day hours Sept. 28. After Freeport Fun Day, the li­ brary will be open on Satur­ days through April from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. AREAAA, |! ALANON MEETINGS j Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 am.; Wednesdays 5:30 p m. and Saturdays 10 a m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9064 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R at437T 9452. Monday, Wednesday. Fnday. noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy. Family Church AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Freeport District Librarian Joanne Hesselink loves bringing children and books together. StoryTime and LapRead programs begin Oct. 2. ? Hair &• Tanning* - Jan Hummed Hum E moved to Deceit Sun f/ati Jantnfy. •CMcomtnfy new and M cften/Z Call 269-795-4254 410 Broadway in Middleville �The Sun and News Middleville V!’September 17. 2002/Page 11 Caledonia remembers with Sept. 11 events Students, staff and faculty, as well as family mem­ bers, friends and neighbors of Caledonia High School and Caledonia Elementary School gathered at the high school for a flag ceremony and events centered around the theme of hope. Caledonia Elementary students, along with staff and parents, walk across the street to take part in the Sept. 11 ceremonies at the high school. The students later held their second annual ‘Walk to Remember' CluAopMctlc Oaft( io* the QAJkoCc 'TTantiftj Tanya M. Seif (Prokop), D.C. 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NCUA Credit unions 11 LENDER New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave.. M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan 202 E. Woodlawn Ave. P.O. Box 289 Hastings, Ml 49058-0289 616-948-8369 Fax 616-948-9431 108 S. Grove St. P.O. Box 614 Delton, Ml 49046-0614 616-623-6700 Fax 616-623-6702 �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville MIZSeptember 17. 2002 Trojan girls hilling stride alter rocky start in cross The Middleville girls’ cross country team won the upper division of the Spring­ port Invitational last Wednesday afternoon and the boys’ team was fourth. Coach Tammy Benja­ min s Trojan girls finished with 51 team points. 16 ahead of runner-up Milan. Eaton Rapids had 80, Jackson Northwest 83, Stockbridge 136. Mason 141, Coldwater 162 and Brook­ lyn Columbia Central 214. Jessica Stortz paced Mid­ dleville runners with a time of 20:10. good for fifth place. Natalie Hoag was sixth in 20:27, Kaleigh Page 11th in 20:56, Aubrey Ray­ mond 14th in 21:26 and Chancy Robinson 15th in 21:31 Tim Brog finished second overall in the boys’ race with a 16:42 clocking. Chris Harkness came in 18th in 18:24, Nick Tomson 21st in 18:37, Alex Robinson 23rd in 18:54 and Matt Miller 26th in 19:22. The Trojan boys came in with 90 points. Stockbridge won with 47, Easton Rapids was runnerup with b51, Coldwater had 72. Milan 126. Columbia Central 141 and Jackson Northwest 191. There were many per­ sonal best times recorded during the afternoon, includ­ ing Raymond. Kelli Zoet. Kersta Gustafson. Jayne Kcnnicott. Courtney VanEck. Jessika Reil and Emily Quisenberry for the girls’ team and Tomson. Miller. Lars Gustafson. Keith Fulecki. Kyle Bradley. Peter gerrits, Michael Ho­ skins and Jeremy Taggart for the boys. Two days earlier at the Yankee Springs Invitational. Middleville's girls dis­ patched upstart Lowell for the second time since their upset loss to the Red Arrows in the season opener, but now the three-time defend­ ing state cross-country champions are feeling the heat from a new serious challenger — Caledonia. The Fighting Scots fin­ ished second with 63 team points Monday afternoon to Middleville’s 50 in the Thornapplc Kellogg Invita­ tional at Yankee Springs State Park. The meet was a sort of preview for the Divi­ sion II regionals at the end Kaleigh Page of October because this flat course around Gun Lake will be the site. Caledonia and Mid­ dleville, besides being his­ toric rivals and neighbors, have an unsual competition in girls’ cross country. The two schools combined have won seven of the last nine state championships. Cale­ donia won four in a row in I I I mith iamond I I TH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I I PRICE REDUCED! 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Dave Hodgkinson was at the helm in Caledonia in its glory years and is gone now. but the young and hun­ gry Scots’ crew coming up is led by coach Ellen Dyk­ stra Wilcox. Middleville defeated the Scots 24-33 in a dual meet Aug. 29 and scored a 13point victory in the Thor­ napple Division of the invi­ tational Monday. Another area upstart team, freshmandominated Wayland, took third with 102 points. South Christian fourth with 105. Lowell fifth with 110. Lake­ wood sixth with 115. Alle­ gan seventh with 174, Byron Center eighth with 213 and Hastings ninth at 233. Caledonia junior Tricia Miedema was the individual medalist with a time of 20:19.5. Lisa Wojciakowski of Lowell was runner-up in 20:25.3 and Marie Dwarshuis of South Christian was third in 20:46.6. Middleville then took four of the next nine places. . Sophomore Natalie Hoag led the way by checking in fourth at 21:00. junior Jes­ sica Stortz was fifth in 21:15.7, sophomore Kaleigh Page was eighth in 21:27.9, freshman Chaney Robinson was 12th in 21:46 and junior Aubrey Raymond, compet­ ing in her first year, was 21st in 22:36. Caledonia landed three runners in the top 10. Fin­ ishing behind Miedema were Becca Busfield, sev­ enth in 21:22.6, and Brandie Victory, 10th in 21:40.3. Stefanie Maxim crossed the finish line in 22nd place at 22:40 and right behind her in 23rd was teammate Kris­ tina McCleve at 22:45. The Lakewood girls were led by Ashley Yager, who was ninth in 21:37. Other Viking scorers were Alissa Goble 16th in 22:11. Leah Gussenbauer 18th in 22:16, Ashley Barcroft 24th in 22:52 and Liz Stuart 48th in 24:55. Becca Busfield Elise Nyland Election, continued from page 1 with the seven mills ap­ proved in 1996. This is possible because of low interest rates. The district will continue watch interest rates and other fac­ tors. If possible they will re­ structure the debt to save residents as much money as possible. Konarska anticipates the turnout for the school bond election will equal the 25 1 Blue Steele w •| Machine Top Quilting & & Sewing Machine Repair ‘• Service 616-891-1240 < General Dentistry for Children & Adults 8 - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME - 1 Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. percent turnout of the last school bond election in 1996. ‘This is at the high end of turnout during a gen­ eral election,” he said. The 1996 bond should ex­ pire in 2021 and the new one if passed in 2027. Questions about the new bond issue can be directed to the administration al 7953313. ♦ ♦ Christopher J. Hier, Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) For Hastings, it was Sarah Clevenger 30th in in 23:17. Erin Hemerling 40th in 24:04. Catherine Fish 46th in 24:42. Amanda Hurless 57th in 28:38 and Dev in Jor­ dan 60th in 38:21. Ninety-five runners from 11 schools competed. In the boys' race. Mid­ dleville s Tim Brog captured the runner-up slot with a personal record time of 16:38.79. behind Lakewood sophomore Corey Thelen, who won the Rocket Invita­ tional last month. Thelen scorched the course in just 16:17.58. Lakewood won the boys' team derby with 46 points. Allegan was second with 103 Lowell third at 112. Caledonia was fifth with 149 and Hastings took 11th of the 12 teams with a team score of 226. Viking senior Dan Morris got off to a terrific start and led the pack for more than half the race before finally settling for fourth place with a time of 17:02.4. teammate Justin Yager finished eighth in 17:31.95. Ryan King was 12th in 17:57 and Brandon Carpenter 21st in 18:37. Finishing after Brog for • Middleville were Alex Rob­ inson with a personal record time of 18:42 for 26th place. Nick Thomson 29th in 18:45, C'hris Harkness 42nd in 19:20 and Mike Miller 69th in 20:31. Caledonia was led by sen­ ior Patrick Spitzley, who finished in 18:14, followed by Drew O’Malley 23rd in 18:35, 25th Joe Faurcna in 18:35, Jon Hckman 43rd in 19:20 and John Goebel 44th in 19:21. J Your Smile The First Thing People See! .1X * * * ♦ Offering Professional Machine Top Quilting at Reasonable Prices! Also, factory certified in sewing machine repair. Locally owned and operated For information call: Windy McCarren 3407 Jordan Rd., Freeport, Ml 49325 269 945 0057 or 616-690-6893 ■ �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 13 Thornapple Twp. meeting has focus on fire department by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Everything from the site for tho new fire station to new equipment was handled during the Thornappie Township meeting Sept. 9. It was reported that pur­ chase options on the prop­ erty have been extended to Sept. 30 so that title prob­ lems on the Seif property can be researched. The Township Board ap­ proved purchase of airpack equipment for firefighters, equipment for the new res­ cue truck, and refurbishing of Engine No. 2. The more than $110,000 worth of equipment was approved As a sign that a new fire station is sorely needed the board approved paying $2,939 for the lease of a portable office unit for Thornappie Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marcntcttc. This will alleviate some of the over­ crowding in the fire station and give the chief some pri­ vacy. The board also approved an accounting change that will more accurately reflect the costs and revenues of the department. Under planning, the board approved the new cluster de­ velopment ordinance that meets state guidelines, after a presentation by planner Jeff Moffat. Moffat also asked the board to review the draft feasibility study for water and sewer before the joint meeting with the plan­ ning commission Wednes­ day, Sept. 25. In other business the board approved making the final payment on the Dun­ can Lake Sewer bond. The $78,570 payment will save LOOKING FOR AN OUTSTANDING HOME FOR YOUR FAMILY & HORSES? HORSE FARM IS ADA/LQW ELL AREA Outstanding horse farm' Home is only 2 years old featuring 1391 sq ft . master suite w/whirlpool tub. 3 bedrooms w'possible 4th. main floor bun dry. 80x200 outdoor arena. 66xl*W outdoor dressage arena. 60x130 indoor arena w/wash racks, gram room, tack stalls. 24xl '0 hay loft, air conditioned lounge w/soda machine and restroom All this privately set on 16 4 acres A HORSE LOVERS PlRUHSE.’ Additional acreage avail­ able 10188 3 Mile Road HORSE FARM IN HOPKINS Walt Eavey drives the Red Cross Emergency truck in the Heritage Days pa­ rade. The truck will be used to respond to emergencies in Barry. 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Village Planning Com­ missioner Bill McNcilly was opposed to the township and village paying to align the streets at the corner. He felt the developer should bear the expense of alignment of the streets. Another complication is the schools plan to tear down old school buildings northcast of the Duncan Lake corner and create an­ other non-aligned outlet onto Johnson, to service traffic in and out of sports events at the stadium located just east of the planned Scotsmoor development. Penfold pointed out the schools are the reason for much of the heavy traffic problems in the area, and yet they don't want roads to go through the school campus, which would relieve some of the pressure. Trustee Nick Unger said the development would hap­ pen one way or the other. "We would like it to hap­ pen safely," he said. • Buffering: Audy said buffering around the perime­ ter of the development was very important to the village residents. The township has a stipulation for screening. Developer Gene Szpeinski has said the buffer will be included in the layout and construction, but some doubts have been expressed Over Your Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia by residents over this prom­ ise being kept. The schools placed their stadium directly on the boundary of the Township Village line with no buffer, which some feel makes a buffer in the Scots­ moor development even more imperative. Szpeinski has said people buying homes in that area will understand the condi­ tions connected with the sports events before they move there. • Drainage is another ma­ jor unsettled issue affecting the village. Audy said. It is feared the increased drain­ age resulting from the developmenf will only magnify the problems of flooding oc­ curring on the property of Jack Fitzsimmons. Fitzsimmons said sumps (flooded depressions) re­ cently were created on each side of the drain, which ap­ pears to be higher than the sumps. He said they are not likely to assure the flow of water and the drainage away from the flooded areas on his properly. The situation has existed for at least five years. Resolution of the problem is likely to require replace­ ment of the Maloney drain under the old railway, which SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN, TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Thornapple Kellogg School, Barry, Allegan, Kent and Ionia Counties, Michigan, will be held in the school district on Tuesday, September 24, 2002. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING. The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond elec­ tion BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Thornapple Kellogg School, Barry. Allegan. Kent and Ionia Counties Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Twenty-Four Million One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($24,115,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of erecting, furnishing and equipping an addition or additions to, and partially remodeling, fur­ nishing and re-fumishing, equipping and re-equippmg school facilities, acqmnng, installing and equipping educational technology for school facilities, erecting, furnishing and equipping an addi­ tion to and utility vehicle structure for the maintenance building; acquiring school buses, con­ structing. developing and improving outdoor physical education/athletic facilities, including tennis courts and acquiring, developing and improving sites’ The following is tor informational purposes only It is expected that the bonds will be outstanding tor a period of not more than twenty-six (26) years, exclusive of refunding No millage will be levied in the year 2002 tor the new bond issue The estimated simple average annual millage anticipated to be required to retire this bond debt is 2 34 mills $2 34 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) (Pursuant to State law. expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds can­ not be used tor repair or maintenance costs teacher administrator or employee salaries or other operating expenses i PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION. WILL BE GEN­ ERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place Thornapple Kellogg High School, Middfewlie, Michigan The first precmct con­ sists of ail the territory of the School District mciudng Precnct 42 of irvmg Township except the Townships of Carton, Bowne Campoeti and Precmct 41 of Irvmg Township PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place Freeport Village Hat. Freeport Mctugan The second precmct consists of the Townships of Carlton Bowne CampbeN and Precmct #1 ot Irvmg Township locat­ ed within the School Distnct is blocked. This is a matter under the jurisdiction of the Drain Commission, but which, if adequately re­ paired. will result in an as­ sessment for the land own­ ers in the drainage district. He said no one else would sign a petition for repair of the drain because of the costs, or until their property is underwater like his. He fears that unless something is done before approval of the project, he will be left to handle the impact from Scotsmoor drainage by him­ self. He asked for the repairs to be completed, and a future plan for the Maloney Drain be put in writing before ap­ proval for Scotsmoor is given. He said it was not fair for him to face the problems alone, so that Scotsmoor could move ahead. Audy said he would like to see the Scotsmoor pro­ posal off the table. "It has never been de­ nied." he said. "The scariest thing about this is the Town­ ship Planning Commission actually recommended this to the Township Board.” •Background: The pend­ ing request by Szpeinski to amend the zoning ordinance from low density single family to a Planned Unit De­ velopment (PUD) was post­ poned by the Caledonia Township Board Aug. 21. The project planned is lo­ cated on the village bound­ ary just west of the schools Community Education Building, and would be ac­ cessed off Johnson Street. Szpeinski requested a resi­ dential density of 76 homes on 38 acres. The Caledonia Township Board May 15 said unre­ solved drainage problems, unknown traffic and safety impact and the lack of an adequate buffer between the Scotsmoor PUD and sur­ rounding areas required a second look by the Planning Commission after the board's first reading. After delays in May and June by both the board and commission, the Planning Commission recommenda­ tion came in a 4-1 vote Aug. 5 with conditions for the landscape buffer, a positive review by the township en­ gineer. Wilcox Associates, and a copy of the written agreement with the schools for road maintenance among others. Planning Commissioner/Trustee Wally Bujak has voted against the plan throughout the process. He expressed continued doubts about the traffic problems created on Scotsmoor Drive by the de­ velopment and other effects from this particular plan. At the Aug. 12 village meeting, officials focused on the safety issues created by the school corner where Duncan Lake intersects with Johnson. Individual village officials made written and verbal appeals to the Town­ ship Board prior to and at the Aug. 21 board meeting. Many conditions asked for by the Planning Com­ mission had not been docu­ mented by that meeting date. Harrison said contingency approvals have not been working well in the town­ ship. and officials want the documentation in place be­ fore approval is given. The last action on the re­ quest occurred Aug. 21. when the Township Board told developer Szpeinski to work things out with com­ munity representatives or to come back with a plan with private roads that end in a cul-de sac rather than to open onto school property. In other business, the council. • Accepted the resignation of Trustee Arlene Oaks, ef­ fective Aug. 31. Oaks said she was moving part time to a location east of Grand Rapids, though she would continue spending time in her Caledonia home as well. "It has been a learning ex­ perience working with the council and the village. I have enjoyed being part of the community and it will have a special place in my heart as 1 have lived here 32 years," Oaks said in her let­ ter. Penfold said she would be missed. • Manager Sandra Ayers reported on several pending problems. The village needs a De­ partment of Public Works truck, and has been looking for a used vehicle suitable for various needs over the summer. So far no used truck has been found, and the council decided to con­ tract with Bobs, the me­ chanical service company that maintains village equip­ ment, to search for a suitable used vehicle for the village at various auctions. A com­ mission for this service should be pre-arranged. Roger Loring, DPW driver, said this would be a good time of year to find a good vehicle. In the mean­ time the present one ton truck used by the village may need a new clutch. • Ameritech submitted a sketch to the village for plans to raise the wall to the south of its building, and started construction before seeking the approval by the Planning Commission. The wall was not approved as a part of its site plan. The equipment outside the build­ ing is noisy, even though originally the company had promised it would not be disruptive. Ameritech's pro­ posed solution is to raise the wall two more feet, which has never been acceptable to the next-door neighbor, whose living room window will face the wall. Neighbor Michael Maviglia has continuously com­ plained about many aspects of the project in which it ex­ panded its building since last year. In addition to equipment and construction noise at hours disruptive to sleeping in the residential neighbor­ hood. landscaping has not been provided as promised, and sprinklers are left unat­ tended for long hours, threatening to flood the Ma viglia's basement. The back of the lol was graded toward the neighbor's property. Maviglia said white pine was requested to be planted because of its width and rapid growth, but spruce has been planted instead. It would take years for the trees to screen the wall. • Nick Unger reported as village liaison to the town ship, and as a village plan­ ning commissioner. He briefly reviewed latest infor­ mation about the Garbow development on the south cast corner of M-37 and 100th, and about the new D & W site plan in Jasonville Farms, to come before the Township Planning Com mission. These two develop­ ments arc expected to have an impact on village resi­ dents. 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Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 15 Library survey requested by Caledonia Village by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council would like a survey before deciding what kind of support to give to a site for a new library. An informal survey is to be designed by Village Manager Sandra Ayers, Lisa Segard and Eric Longman. The survey will be mailed in (he village newsletter in the near future. A presentation was made by Eric l^ongman, Jane He­ iss and Pamela VanderPloeg, essentially the same as the one made at the Township Board meeting Aug. 2. The Library Building Ad­ visory Committee has nar­ rowed possible sites for a li­ brary building to four, with the leading choice on village property next to Metro Health. However, the prop erty. with frontage on M-37 and prime real estate value, is an asset the village may not want to give away. The committee is anxious to know if the village site would be considered cither for a donation or at what price, so if it is not to be an option, the group can move on to follow other leads. Heiss explained that the criteria ranking sites from 1 through 5 resulted in four being identified as the best possible sites. Closely fol­ lowing the M-37 site was a site north of the post office on private land. Another was west of the post office at a site to be located off the newly named 92nd Street, formerly known as Lake Emmons Drive. The fourth in ranking was the site near Scholastic Books on Cherry Valley Avenue north of 84th Street. The sites were selected be­ cause of their seeming avail­ ability and their general cen­ tral location and placement to function well for the peo­ ple using a library. Village President Daryl Penfold said, "Being gener­ ous is one thing, but being crazy is another." He said if it was to be on the highway, it would add a half million dollars to the to­ tal cost. He thought request­ ing property off highway frontage might be more rea­ sonable. Of course, a parcel dona­ tion would cut the total cost for a community library, no matter where it was placed. Penfold said if the com­ munity favored it, he pre­ ferred the committee's sec­ ond site choice, the one north of the present post of­ fice. That property is owned by S & H Development company, which Penfold said would sell for a lot of money. He said that location was more centrally located than the one on M-37. and asked why they did not want to build in a shopping center. He said the site would allow village residents to walk to the library rather than hav­ ing to drive, though they also could do that at the sec­ ond choice location. Claims made by Penfold were that a new building was expected to cost S250 per square foot, and another was that it cost S6.50 to check out a book at the rate of taxation which supports Kent District Library . Penfold asked. "Why plan a building the size needed for 20 years from now," when that much space was not needed at present. He re­ ferred to a building that might be 23,000 square feet. He favored planning in such a way that a building could be added to in the future. VanderPloeg said studies showed it was less costly in the long run to plan for long term needs in the first place, and more costly to try to do it in phases. Citizen Roger Loring said a library on the village prop­ erty on M-37 would not pro­ vide safe access by families, children and residents. Resident Michael Maviglia countered that some people did not want a library located in a strip mall. Village Planning Com­ missioner Bill McNeilly asked if the D&W building had been considered. In August the committee said that building had not been considered in depth, but the site was too large for the li­ brary s needs, would have to be leased, and was not an option approved by the tow nship, though it could be looked at. Longman said Sept. 9 that remodeling old structures for the specialized needs of a library is often more costly than building from scratch. Someone suggested renting out the unused space which was not yet needed in a li­ brary. whether the building was leased or newly built. Ultimately such an approach would be a township deci­ sion. Longman said. Likewise, a two-story li­ brary building was said to be difficult and expensive to See library survey, pg. 17 Tired of playing the waiting game with interest rates? Put your money in our 2-Year CD! With 3.34%* APY interest rate, why wait any longer? Stop in and see a representative today! 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Ml/September 17. 2002 CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Regular Meeting Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia September 9. 2002 Call to Order at 7 05 p m Pledge of Allegiance Present: Bierlein. Erskine Penfoid Unger. Audy, Zandstra. Regan & Ayers Absent: none Consideration of meeting agenda Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Audy. sup­ ported by Unger All Ayes, motion earned. Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report * Unger reported that the Township is looking into a traffic study at 100th & M37 Also, the new D&W site plan has been brought to the Planning Commission Village Manager Report: Discussion regarding the pur­ chase of a replacement truck for the 86 Chevy 1 ton Amentech update-they would like to add an additional wait to help with the sound, they must go back to the Planning Commission Mill Street-getting 3 estimates tor the improvements Village President Report: Unfinished Business: A. Discussion regarding the Scotsmoor Development A motion was made by Audy. supported by Unger for a resoiutior RQ2-25 Resolution gf Catedonia village Council Position on Scotsmoor, Motion earned New Business: A. Caledonia Library Com­ mittee gave a presentation on how they came up with the top 4 sites for the location of the new Library. Council would like to get residents input on the 4 top choices The next Village newsletter will have a survey form for residents to pek which site they prefer B R02-26 Resolution to Accept Resignation of Arlene Oaks from Village Council All Ayes-mobon earned C R02-27 Resolution to provide for the Designation of September 20. 2002 8t POWMIA Recognition Day. AM Ayesmobon earned D R02-28 Resolution to Adopt Higley St.. Kaechele St., 92nd St. and Dobber Wenger Memorial Dr. as public streets. All Ayes-mobon earned E R02-29 Resolution to Adopt Lenter Dr. and South Lenter Ct as public streets. All Ayes-mobon earned F. RO2-3O Resolution to Adopt North St. as a public street. All Ayes-mobon carried. Public Comment: Mr Maviglia and Mr McNeilly both gave comments Meeting Adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully Submitted. Sandra Ayers. Clerk (341) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p m. on Wednesday. September 18. 2002. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan NOTE Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting SYNOPSIS VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 27, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village o.' Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:03 PM by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present. Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr. William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lybe, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the August 13, 2002 meeting were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as written. Mr. Clair, of Earth Tech, submitted the monthly report. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution «02012, Budget Adjustment Resolution, #2, on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr. Kenyon. Roll call vote resulted in all Ayes. 2. Approved the invoices dated August 23, 2002 in the amount of $15,870.20, on a mobon made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 3. Adjourned the meebng at 7:34 p.m. on a mobon made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr. Kenyon. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village HaH between the hours of 9:00 a.m and 5:00 p.m. Monday through 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the September 4th. 2002 meeting B. Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C Approval to Pay Bills D Treasurer s Report E Building Department Report F. Utilities Report G. Ordinance No. 02-5Z Home Occupations H. Ordinance No. 02-6Z Sign Provisions I. Ordinance No. 02-7Z Planned Unit Development District 6. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Garden Grove 10. NEW BUSINESS 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT (342) Clearly You Will See The Difference uality Auto Glass Garden Grove project given a qualified recommendation by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Planning Commission recommended approval of the Garden Grove development Sept. 9. but with a proviso that only 40 percent could be built be­ fore a traffic light was in­ stalled at the intersection of 100th and M-37. The Garden Grove planned unit development (PUD) intended for the southeast corner of the busy intersection, was established by a consent judgment in the past year, and in July the Township Board granted four of five changes asked for in an amended site plan. The township objected to the change that eliminated access to M-37 and meant all Garden Grove traffic would use 100th street in­ stead. The changed access resulted from recommenda­ tions by the DEQ, which asked a wetlands area to be altered, and the DEQ had re­ quested mitigation that dou­ bled the size of the original area and eliminated the drive into the development off M-37. This triggered the need for changes in the overall plan, and Paul and Tom Garbow brought them to the Township Board, since the matter involved the consent judgment. The board sent the request for the site plan amendment to the Planning Commis­ sion, which on Aug. 5 tabled the matter. A traffic study was thought necessary, and suggestions for phasing of the development to be linked to installation of a traffic light was discussed then. Ron Van Singel of Nedervelt Associates, the engi­ neering firm representing the developers, said a traffic impact study had been un­ dertaken as asked to deter­ mine impacts expected to be caused by Garden Grove. It considered current condi­ tions, projected conditions in 2009 without Garden Grove, and projected condi­ tions in 2009 after the mixed use development is built. By 2009, based on projec­ tions of 2 percent growth m and the addition of the in­ dustrial park planned at the south of the intersection, it is estimated a traffic light would be needed. And by 2009. if both Garden Grove and the industrial park are built, it is estimated a traffic light and additional im­ provements would be needed. Driveways would need certain features, and the traf­ fic light on the corner would regulate surrounding im­ provements. From the perspective of that study it was believed traffic could be controlled better by one drive into the development on 100th Street than if allowed on M-37. The study showed peak and low traffic times and volumes. The traffic counts were averaged. A light would be based on overall traffic volumes rather than peak times, and would not be based solely on that com­ ing from Garden Grove. William Lebel. with Randy Wilcox, the township engineer, reported general agreement with the analysis. Dual left turn lanes are rec­ ommended for the intersec­ tion. but there may be prohi­ bition of north to west and south to east turns, which would require alternative routes. Projected traffic volumes at the east and west drive­ ways on 100th. were ques­ tioned, and it was thought a stop and go signal control might be needed at one of the drives along 100th Street, probably the east en­ trance. That report also suggested cooperation with the indus­ trial park to the south of Garden Grove to arrange ac­ cess for the residents onto M-37 several hundred feet south of the intersection. However, the developer did not think the low land and the plans for the indus­ trial park would accommo­ date such access. Also, the rail trail serves as a barrier between the two properties. MDOT suggested Garden Grove traffic would be best handled with access on 100th Street, which shifts the impacts to a county road. a matter not missed by the commissioners. Commissioner Wally Bujak was not happy with the conclusions of the traffic analysis, because the inter­ section is already an ac­ knowledged traffic hazard. He said although the study said by 2009 a traffic light would be needed, it "failed to say at what point between now and then will a light need to be put in." "At some point after the development has begun, and there is traffic coming out of there, there's going to be a need for a light." He said he had hoped the report would indicate at which phase of development the light on M37 would need to be in place and at which point, develop­ ment should not continue until the light was put in. He said that was still up in the air. Tom Garbow said the township asked for a study and had it at the developer’s cost. He said the study could be taken to MDOT and used to document need for a light, six years down the road but said he thought MDOT knew this already and it might not be of much use. ' He said the study could per­ haps help get a light on 100th. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said the township attorney had pointed out several changes to the site plan which may not have been addressed. However, Town­ ship Manager Dave Zylstra explained in this case only the issue pertaining to re­ moval of ingress and egress onto M-37 was of concern to the commission. The board has jurisdiction over the rest, as a part of the consent judg­ ment. The Planning Com­ mission can recommend or not to accept that change. The recommendation of the double drive on 100th Street was discussed. How development phasing would be linked to installation of a light was also discussed. "I don't think a light is dur responsibility," Tom Gar­ bow said. However, it may be the Continued next page 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There's No Substitute for Quality ” A Division Of ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models at All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street • Middleville �The Sun and News Middleville, Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 17 serving the stop sign, a very respected. Warner said because the township's responsibility to dangerous situation. Adding developer was asking the limit growth where negative traffic from this develop­ site plan be changed, the impacts on health safety and ment would make it worse, commission needed to de­ welfare of citizens are in­ he said. "1 don’t understand why cide what would be asked volved. as pointed out by for in exchange for that. He Warner. He thought phasing they would take the entrance wanted to focus on the phas­ could be used to achieve off M-37. when it will be even more of a nightmare ing of the project and deter­ that. mining the point at which a Commissioner Don without it.” He was still in support of light should be required. Koopmans testified to the Commissioner Duane unsafe conditions for getting an access onto M-37. Garbow acknowledged Gunnink said the planned out on M-37. He said traffic be too dose to the intersec­ MDOT had not actually de ­ gets backed up for as much as a block, and once it nied the access, but the tion anyway, and would be a moves at all. drivers quit ob­ Wade-Trim study was to be problem. He said they From previous page Library survey, continued from page 15 staff, according to VandcrPlocg. VanderPloeg explained that the size of a library is determined locally, to reflect individual branch needs. An overall estimate of possible size was derived from a na­ tionally recognized study and formula which recom­ mends a range for a popula­ tion projected up to the year 2020 for a particular area. That suggestion was thought to range from 17,000 to 23.0<X> square feet. Individ­ ual functions and needs for space in the Caledonia branch have not yet been evaluated. The library committee has not determined what size li­ brary would be recom­ mended at this early stage in the process, Heiss said. Li­ brary studies have shown communities of around 16.000 people could expect to need a library of from 17.000 to 23.000 square feet, to meet needs up to the year 2020. she explained. Research by library offi­ cials indicated the general construction rates in the area are around $125 per square foot, and at most, $150. Since the actual plans are not yet made, there is no way to determine the ex­ pected cost. Though it was difficult to determine how Penfold had come up with his estimated cost per borrowed book, it was determined that for the year 2001, tax revenues from Caledonia if divided by the items circulated, he may have assumed the cost was $4.53, but many more things arc offered by the li­ brary than just circulated materials and all of those Don Haney earns CMA designation Callfor Sun & News Helion-Ms 945-9554 tr 1-800-810-7085 Donald A. Haney of Mid­ dleville has earned the Certi­ fied Management Account­ ant, CMA, designation. 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The library of­ fers limited edition volumes, materials not widely circu­ lated. and other expensive resources and documents. The cost to check out ma­ terials from the library can­ not be simply calculated. Different people pay differ­ ing taxes, and some families use more books and re­ sources than others. VanderPloeg also said a community library was one of the best bargains avail­ able in terms of the benefits it offered. She said circula­ tion is up 13 percent this year. Scot frosh go 1-3 on week Joe Pasquantonio scored the first goal of the game unassisted, and Mike Gless scored the second on a direct kick then Caledonia’s fresh­ man boys’ soccer squad held on to win 2-1 against Mid­ dleville. “The entire team played aggressive and we out shot TK 14-13,” said Scots’ coach Kate Selke. Justin Waayenburg played well in the net, and Selke said that “Kenny Pot­ ter had an excellent game.” Forest Hills Northern’s Huskies bested the Scots’ 51 Wednesday Sept. 11. Brad Gates scored Cale­ donia's only goal of the game, in the first half, off a pass from Ken Potter. The Huskies led 3-1 at the inter­ mission. Scot coach Kate Selke said that Justin Waayenburg had a good game in goal, and that both Mike Markee and Tyler Bowden played aggressively. Caledonia's lost a close one to South Christian 2-1 Monday Sept. 9. Scot coach Kate Selke said “the entire team played intense and aggressively.” “Gless played outstanding.” Gless assisted on the Scots lone goal, sending a pass to teammate Pasquantonio. “Waayenburg had a great game as goalkeeper." said Selke. The Scots' frosh will host Unity Christian Monday Sept. 23. needed to determine how to control the traffic that would come out on 100th. He said sometime before the project was done, traffic lanes and a light w ould be needed. Gunnink said the devel­ oper was partly responsible for the increase in traffic. He said a stipulation could be attached to the recommenda­ tion that when it was 50 per­ cent completed, road and traffic improvements would have to be done and paid for before continuing to build. How to control traffic is a huge problem for the town­ ship. Gunnink said. "Were going to have deaths. It seems like in this county there have to be 12 deaths at an intersection. How many people have to die before we put that stop in?" He said. "I would approve this with a stipulation that at some point prior to finishing it. the improvements have to be made at this intersection." Zylstra suggested the commissioners make such a recommendation to the board. Wally Bujak said he be­ lieved the board was asking for a recommendation for the timing of the construc­ tion to be tied to the traffic improvements, including a signal. Garbow said he feared that if the rate of develop­ ment was tied to a light, they might be held up. "We can apply the pres­ sure, but what happens if they (the MDOT) don't re­ spond? You're not going to tell M-DOT what to do." Gunnink agreed it was up to the MDOT, but he said he had a problem with the resi­ dents having to live with a dangerous intersection. Paul Garbow said, "We're willing to share in the light. Go ahead and put it in there." Tom Garbow said "We’re not interested in improving the intersection for MDOT. We re willing to work with the township to get a light at the intersection. Let's sit down and talk about it." Koopmans said effects would be realized right away, and that was on top of the peak times already oc­ mental Quality (DEQ) ap­ curring. He didn t want to proval. have to sit for ten minutes 2. Commercial parcel B waiting for traffic to get out would be allowed to be con­ to M-37. Other roads would structed at the beginning also be impacted from re­ rather than parcel A. If this routed traffic, he said. was to be a professional of­ Warner suggested the ra­ fice building, only one liq­ tio of commercial and resi­ uor license was to be in the dential buildings should pro­ agreement. ceed as planned in the con­ 3. Once construction be­ sent judgment. gan on the residential units, Commissioners voted to one more commercial build­ recommend that when 40 ing could be constructed at percent of the square foot­ the same time. When con­ age of occupancy was struction began on the as­ reached a light would be re­ sisted living facility. Gar­ quired before continued con­ bow asked that one more struction could proceed, and commercial structure be that the township pursue in­ started as well. Finally when stallation of a light immedi­ construction began on the ately. Stipulations were residential apartments, he added to require turn lanes wanted permission to begin into the drives and full the remaining commercial throated driveways out of structures concurrently . The the development, as listed in order of commercial uses the executive summary. would be determined by po­ If it is traffic the township tential buyers. is worried about, a traffic 4. Father a restaurant or a count (not a study) was a professional building would method which could verify be allowed, with a change how much traffic was being from 8.450 square feet to generated. Zylstra said. 8,500 square feet. The Garbows have expe­ There were trustee con­ rienced many delays. Ap­ cerns that the residential provals were required from units would be completed various regulatory agencies before the commercial units which held up moving ahead were all put in. It was de­ on the project and they are cided the changes would be anxious to begin. put into written language by Originally, various phases the township attorney before of commercial development final approval by the boaid were to be coordinated with is given. other phases of residential The last request, to mod­ development within Garden ify the site plan, which was Grove, so one type of use indicated by the changes to would not outpace the other. the wetland boundaries, the Considering each of five driveway and several other requests by Garbow sepa­ parcels (A. E . F. G and I) or rately, the first four were ap­ building changes, meant the proved in July by the board; developer needed to return 1. A requirement of an to the Planning Commission 18-month commencement for approval of those site would begin with the June plans. This had been agreed 18 Department of Environ­ to in the consent agreement. 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Proposed changes to the building include the addition of two computer labs, seven classrooms, the relocation of the life skills room, a “var­ sity” gym with- three areas for teaching, a new weight room, remodeling the sci­ ence classrooms to use the former life skills/home eco­ nomics room, upgrading business class computer labs and infrastructure improve­ ments. As more technology is used in education, having access to technology for stu­ dents is important. The ex­ isting computer labs are of­ ten completely booked by teachers so students can do research. Open computer labs would be added to the end of the math/science wing and to the end of the business/ language arts wing. Seven new classrooms would be added. This would help reduce some of the overcrowding already expe­ rience at the high school. The life skills (former home ec room) would be re­ located to the corridor by the cafeteria. This would allow the teacher to share storage with the food services area, have easier access to addi­ tional kitchen facilities if needed. Two new class­ rooms would also be near by if needed. The remodeling of the science wing would allow a science cluster using the for­ mer life skills room. This would allow better teacher communication. Technology upgrades will be taking place across the district if the bond issue is approved. One area that will definitely receive upgrades is in the business class­ rooms. With the develop­ ment of professional level classes and preparing stu­ dents for work world re­ quirements, new technology is essential. The new physical educa­ tion facilities on the plans include a three-station var­ sity gym and the relocation and refurbishing of the weight and fitness area. Athletic director Mark Uyl has reported that an ex­ pansion of gym facilities is necessary to meet the needs of students and teams after school. - The addition of the new gym will add three stations to the two in the current gym, which will allow for both introductory and ad­ vanced physical education classes to be scheduled. Now practices are often difficult to schedule with some teams even having to be in the gym in the hour be­ fore school or much later in the afternoon, making it dif­ ficult for parents and stu­ dents. As an added benefit the larger 3,000 seating capacity of the new gym will allow TK to be host for regional contests. Moving and expanding the fitness and weight area is necessary according to Uyl. At the present time the weight equipment is located on the current gym balcony. It can be a hazard during games, is too cramped for the number of students needing to use it and not available to the public. A new lobby entrance would be added to the var­ sity gym area. No additional locker rooms would be added. According to Uyl the weight area would be set up on the ground level and would include enough equipment so it could be used by a class of young men and women. Plans in­ clude making the fitness area open to the public alter 4 p.m. Since the high schcxd is more than 30 years old. some infrastructure up grades arc necessary. Work will include a second boiler and upgrades to healing and plumbing. No work is scheduled for the pool area except for some improvements in the bathroom facilities. If approved Tuesday, Sept. 24. the bond issue will allow the district to raise the $24 million needed for the proposed renovations and then retire the bonds over the next 26 years without any increase in the millage paid by residents. The strut turc of this bond issue­ means that there will be no increase in taxes to pay for the expansion and renova­ tion project. The present seven-mill levy will be ex­ tended five years. Since the district partici­ pates in the Michigan school bond loan program, it can borrow al the beginning of a bond issue to make the inter­ est and principal payments. The school then repays the school bond fund. Absentee ballot applica­ tions arc available at the Thornapplc Kellogg Admin­ istration building. Call 7953313 for more information. The election will take place for most residents in the art room accessible from the west parking lot of the high school. Freeport, some Irving, Bownc, Campbell and Carlton township resi­ dents vote at the Freeport Community building. The election at both loca­ tions is from 7 a.m. to- 8 p.m. Sept. 24. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 19 Thornapple Trail Run winners announced The winners of the Satur­ day, Sept. 7, Thornapple Trail Run for five kilometers for Heritage Day: Overall Male Winner: Brett Schroder, Caledonia, 18:17. Overall Female Winner: Joanne Schaeffer. Mid­ dleville. 21:10. Male 14 & Under — Trevor Oseland 21:55: Eric Treadwell 22:25: CJ. Bronkema 27:07; Elliot Anderson 28:17; Jordan Timm 30:32: Keith Garber 38:38. Female 14 & Under — Alecia Strumberger 27:23. Male 15-19 — Tim WilFemale 15-19 — Devin Jordan 25:47. TK varsity soccer has undefeated week The Trojans’ varsity Socccr squad played their toughest game of the season so far at Byron Center, but came away with a 4-3 vic­ tory. TK coach Todd McCrumb said that Byron “is a very good team, and they kind of suprised us.” They have a new coach, Joe Bodalamenti and he is turn­ ing the Bulldogs into a force says McCrumb. Four different players scored for the Trojans. Marco Sanchez scored 6 minutes into the contest then was moved back to mark up on defense against Byron Center’s strongest forward. Eric Smith put in a penalty kick, for his fourth goal of the week, 14 minutes in giv­ ing TK a 2-0 lead. Kyle Holst scored a beau­ tiful goal for the Trojans in the second half said McCrumb. He beat the de­ fense on a through ball, took it off his chest, and poked it over their keeper with his toe. The Bulldogs got one back before Edwin Cubas put one in to make it 4-1 with 13 minutes to go. Then Byron Center really turned it on, scoring two goals in the next 10 minutes, but the Trojans had enough goals to hang on. McCrumb said that Pat McKeown had a strong game at stopper, and Joe VanSpronsen also put in a strong performance for Mid­ dleville against Byron Cen­ ter Sept. 12. Sept. 10 against Godwin the Trojans won 4-0. Smith scored 3 goals and assisted on the fourth. The Wolver­ ines came to town with only 13 players, and the Godwin coach told two of his kids to hit the showers in the middle of the game, leaving his bench empty. The TK midfield really controlled the game said McCrumb. Jared Smith and Marcos Sanchez were part of the group that McCrumb said did most of the work in preserving the shut out. The midfielders stopped what lit­ tle there was of a Godwin attack before it even got half way to goaltender Casey Aubil, who only had to make 3 saves the entire game. TK put 17 shots on the Wolverine’s net. The boys visit Comstock Park Tuesday Sept. 17 and will be host to Hudsonville Wednesday Sept. 18. Trojan Gold Cards are available again Students enrolled in the Thornapple Kellogg bands and choirs will have Trojan Gold Cards available for purchase starting this week. The cards cost $10 and are valid until September 2003. The cards can be used to obtain discounts at a vari­ ety of retail establishments in Middleville and the sur­ rounding area. The cards have been a huge success since their in­ ception three years ago. Pro­ ceeds from this year’s sale will go toward the ongoing replacement of instrument storage cabinets. Patrons who wish to pur­ chase a Trojan Gold Card should contact any TKHS band or choir member or call the band office at 7955400. extension 4446. 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The Bulldogs intercepted two Trojan passes in the endzone, and another late in the fourth quarter to seal TK’s fate. With two minutes left in the first half and TK down 10-6, the Trojans had driven from their own 20 down to the B.C. 7-yard line on a 17yard pass from Chad Bara­ gar to Blake Carter and a 39-yard run by Josh Eldridge. Baragar tried the same fade pass to tightend Ryan Adams that had earned the Trojans a 6-0 lead on their first drive, but the ‘Dogs were ready. This time Byron Center’s Lee Hacklcy leapt up in front of Adams and came down with the ball, preserv­ ing the Bulldog s lead going into the locker room. 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The Trojans had a first-and-goal from the 5, but smash mouth full back Kyle Farris was on the side lines with ice on his ankle and the Byron Center defense seemed to know ex­ actly what the Trojans would try. The Bulldogs’ Rick Bartz batted down Baragar’s slant pass on first down. Tape was knocked backwards a yard trying to run on first down, and a pass to Adams fell incomplete on third. After a procedure penalty pushed the Trojans back to the 11, TK again tried the fade to Adams in the left side of the endzone and again a Bulldog leapt up to make the interception. For Bulldog Jay Tubergen it was the first of two interceptions in the quarter. The other came on the Trojans last drive of the game. Baragar pitched to Eldridge and he threw up a desperation pass on third-and-sixteen play. Byron’s first touchdown came after they picked up a TK fumble on the Trojans’ 30-yard line. Seth Thornton easily scooted around the left side to get the Bulldogs the last points they would need, but Byron didn’t stop there. On the first drive of the second half the Bulldogs' Justin Brock took a hand off at the B.C. 44-yard line and burst through the middle past the TK defense. Brock avoided Trojan safety Justin VanSpronsen’s diving tackle attempt at the 25 and cruised into the endzone for a 17-6 B.C. lead TK coach Tim Pcnnfield said the Bulldogs were tough in the trenches. "They controlled the line of scrim­ mage.” The Bulldogs outrushed the Trojans 205 to Continued next page J&S AUTO SERVICE 6737 Whitneyville Ave.. Alto. Ml 49302 269-868-7120 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. LIVE BAFT & TACKLE GUNS - HUNTING ACCESSORIES HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES AMMUNITION Ruger 10/22 on SALE s17995 Model 1&22RB Shown 768-142 Rugef 1CV22RB Standard Cartxne 22 LA 10 Rc All bows 50% OFF Browning Golden Eagle Buckmaster All Berkley soft plastic baits on sale 30% OFF �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 17. 2002/Page 21 Scots get first gridiron win of season An Angel Castillo to Zach Larson pass on the final play of the third quarter set up Jim Haisma’s 24-yard touchdown run on the first play of the fourth, and Marc Schadler’s extra point kick gave the Scots their first lead since the first half against Sparta 21-20. “After that,” said Scots’ coach Tom Burrill, “we hung on for dear life.” The Scots picked off two Spartan passes in the end­ zone in the fourth quarter. The first by Castilllo, and the second by Joe Kowalski with 2:50 left in the game. Caledonia was forced to punt following Kowalski’s interception and the Spar­ tans got one final chance from the Caledonia 45-yard line. Caledonia’s defense didn’t wait until Sparta’s of­ fense got down to the endzone before stopping them this time on four downs. Sparta took their first lead of the game at 20-14 when Tyson Mingel picked up a Caledonia fumble and ram­ bled 75 yards for a touch­ down. The extra point at­ tempt failed giving Caledo­ nia the chance to take the lead with an extra point at­ tempt of their own. The first two times Cale­ donia had the ball in the first quarter they took it in for a touchdown Anthony Reed scored the Scots’ first points of the season on a 49-yard run on the Scots’ opening possession. The next time the Caledonia offense got their hands on the pigskin Angel Castillo plunged in from one yard out then com­ pleted a two point conver­ sion pass to Greg Jousma for a 14-0 lead. Sparta marched right down the field on the ensu­ ing drive and scored on a 26-yard Mark Momber to Aaron Pribyl pass to cut the lead to 14-6. Caledonia tried to right back. They drove down to the Sparta 10-yard line, where they were almost as­ sured of coming away with at least three points, but the TK lady eagers win one tied the score at 44. Hast­ ings’ coach Steve Laubaugh said, “a few mistakes cost us by allowing them to hang around and their confidence just kept growing. Mid­ dleville played aggressively and wouldn’t back down.” For the first 5 minutes of the fourth quarter the teams traded the lead while attack­ ing each other full-court. TK made their free throws down the stretch, making 8 of 11 in the fourth quarter, to hold on for the win. TK made as many free throws as the Saxons at­ tempted going 18 for 30 From previous page from the stripe. The Saxons 134 on the night with Brock were 8 of 18 from the free carrying the ball 9 times for throw line. “This is obviously very 132 yards. The Trojan run­ ning backs never really got disappointing,” said Lau­ baugh, “we had stretches going behind their offensive line. Josh Eldridge and Kyle where we played well, but Farris both rushed for 41 yards. Eldridge on 3 carries, Farris on 9. Alec Belson and Ryan Adams both recorded 10 Monday Sept. 9 the TK tackles for the Trojan de­ boys’ freshmen soccer team fense. Matt Potter had 6. defeated West Catholic. In TK has a big one again the first half of play Nick this week at Belding. Pen- Wilke scored within the first field says that his kids are two minutes of the game focused and they’re resil­ with an assist from Wilton ient. and that they’ll regroup Campos. Shortly after, and be ready to take on Wilke added his second goal Belding. Belding is 2-1 and assisted by Scott Blood. In last Friday night they the second half of play, crushed O-K Blue foe God­ Campos scored a goal as­ win 50-7 by rushing the ball sisted by Josh Baird, and Wilke scored a third goal as55 times for 464 yards. TK’s varsity lady eagers earned their first win over the Saxons since the 1999 district finals in come from behind fashion at Hastings The lady Saxons led throughout the first half, at times by as many as 10 points, before finally falling 58-52 Tuesday Sept. 10. A couple of late TK scores in the second quarter cut the Saxon lead to 6 at the half. Hastings then bumped their lead back up early in the third but by the end of Jhc quarter the Trojans had we didn’t finish the game strongly.” Jessica Flaska led TK with 21 points and 10 re­ bounds and Chanda Brice added 15 points including 3 threes. 6-1 center Stacey VanderWerp is beginning to have much more consistent play said Trojan head coach Marcy Uyl. “She s starting to see the basket better and getting better on D.” Janine Dykstra also “did a great job defensively pressuring their guards,” said Uyl. Laura Dipert paced the Saxons with 14. Tiffany Howell and Niki Noteboom each added 11. TK’s next game is Sept. 17 when they host Byron Center in their first O-K Blue battle. TK frosh hooters win sisted by Drew Gerrits. The victory was accomplished with team work and passing. On Sept. 6 the boys hus­ tled to defeat Northview 3-1. In the first half of play Josh Baird scored on a penalty kick for the Trojans. During the second half Wilke scored with an assist from Campos. Soon after, Cam­ pos scored with an assist from Baird. ■ MW Service Tip of weekl Did you know your differential and transfer case should be serviced every 30,000 miles! i $i A I OFF I ; Complete^ ]| Service | Receive FREE Koozie Cup |j! Expim 9/24AJ2 Kendall Toton Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) - MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 on site at ■ Scot faithful watched as the Caledonia 14 point lead was completely wiped away by a fumble. Sparta turned around and marched the length of the field, aided by a 15-yard Scot penalty on a third down play that would have killed the drive, to score their sec­ ond TD of the night on a 15 yard pass play. Burrill said it was tough, “we dominated the first half.” only to come away with the score tied at 14. "1 was very relieved. Our kids had chances to quit.” after Sparta’s second half touch­ down. and one of their lead­ ers. senior tightend and line­ backer Greg Jousma. went down. “Larson stepped up and made the big catch at the end of the third quarter, and Corey Kilmartin played very well in place of Jousma on D.” "We found a way to get it done.” said Burrill. The Scots rushed for 195 yards on the night. Castillo was 3/4 passing for 49 yards. Junior linebacker Jim Haisma led the Scots with 18 tackles. Tony Pike. Castillo, and Joe Kowalski each in­ tercepted a Spartan pass. Next the Scots have a tough O-K Gold matchup against South Christian who beat Wayland 42-14 last Fri­ day night. Both the Scots and the Sailors arc 1-0 in conference play. Scot golfers take 3 out of 4 Chris Leatherman led the Springs 169. and Hastings The Scots visit Wayland Wednesday Sept. 18 and Ce­ Scots with a 38 as Caledonia 171. Caledonia is now 8-2. dar Springs Monday Sept. split with South Christian with a 6-2 conference mark. 23. and Kenowa Hills. Wednesday Sept. 11 at Briarwood Caledonia shot a 167. It was good enough to defeat South Christian’s 169, but the Kenowa Hills \ Monday: team left with two victories 6:30 Men’s Bowling Teams after it shot a 161. In earlier action on Tues­ hiesday: day Sept. 9 the Scots de­ vdj 6:30 Scratch Bowlers (no handi feated Cedar Springs and Hastings at North Kent 1 cap). Men’s & Women’s Teams Country Club. Wednesday: The Scots were led by Lo­ * i I 6:30 Women’s & Mixed Bowlers ren Crandell who shot the best score of the night by /-nr J. Friday: 7:00 Mixed Teams any golfer, a 38. Matt ZieseCall for & mer and Chris Leatherman details Sunday: 4:(X) Mixed Teams both shot 40’s for Caledo­ nia. Final scores for each team On M-37 just north of Middleville 795-3640- 891-1217 were Caledonia 161, Cedar .' Still Openings! M Middle Villa Inn Join the Caledonia Athletic Department as we celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of our six inaugural inductees at the... Caledonia Fighting Scots HALL OF FAME Induction and Banquet Wednesday, September 25, 2002 6 p.m. Social / 6:30 p.m. Dinner Raffaela’s by Pagano Banquet Room INDUCTIONS: Tom Benedict - 1966 Graduate Kris Emerson Simpson - 1983 Graduate LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon - 1977 Graduate Jim Uyl - Community Member John Soderman - Coach, Teacher, Administrator Tickets — $15 (limited seating, no sales at the door) Available at CHS Athletic Office (891-0211) The Inaugural Hall of Fame Induc tion and Banquet is sponsored by the Caledonia Athletic Department, the Caledonia Athletic Boosters and Bob Myers & Adam Paarlberg—your Caledonia Realtors, and Marketlxib If you would like to be a sponsor, please contact the Caledonia Athletic Office (891-0211) or Kathy Jackson (891 -8427) �Page 22/The Sun and News. MwMIevnie. Ml/September 17. 2002 TK survives shoot-out against Calvin Christian On Monday September 9 the TK golfers traveled to Diamond Springs to com­ pete in a very important league match against Calvin and Hamilton. The match was in jeopardy after the 1st 4 four TK golfers came into the clubhouse. Calvin's 1 -4 golfers had a combined score of 151 to TK's 161. The match was soon to swing in favor of the TK squad. Brett Knight playing fifth came in with an outstanding score of 36. Josh Enyart playing in the sixth spot was also having a good round and posted a 37 to help the Trojans edge out Calvin 150 to 151. "This was a total team ef­ fort by all of the TK Varsity Golfers. The fact that we Scots split O-K Gold matches Caledonia’s girls’ varsity tennis squad was on each side of a 6-2 score in action last week. The Scots’ fell to South Christian with only their first and third doubles teams earning victories. The first doubles team of Amy Jo Leatherman and Jenny Workman, and the third doubles team of Amanda Maichcle and Erica Donnell both won three set matches against the Sailors Sept. 11. Both of those doubles teams are still undefeated in O-K Gold action. The Scots second and fourth doubles teams both suffered their first loss against South. Monday Sept. 9 at Wayland the Scots swept the doubles and won half of the singles flights for the vic­ tory. The first doubles team of Leatherman and Workman won 6-4, 6-3. At second doubles Melodie Hickel and Carissa VanLoon won in three sets 6-4. 2-6, 6-1. Maichele and Donnell won at three doubles 6-2, 63, and the fourth doubles pair of Jennie Atkinson and Sara Phillips won 6-1, 6-4. Carly Farvcr at second sin­ gles won in three sets 4-6. 64, 6-4. Fourth singles player Amy Steinbach was victori­ ous 7-5,6-3. The Scots host Wyoming Park Wednesday Sept. 18 and visit Middleville Thurs­ day Sept. 19. After that it is on to the Lowell Invitational Sept. 21 and a home match against Gold foe Kcnowa Hills on Monday Sept. 23. can still beat one of the best teams in the league when our top golfers do not have their best day is what these young men have been work­ ing for over the last two sea­ sons. The TK golfers truly understand that they cannot always depend on their top four golfers day in and day out. If we truly hope to reach the goals that we have set. then all members of the Varsity must be prepared to score on any given day.” said coach Tom Fletke. On Wednesday Sept. 11 the Varsity traveled to West­ ern Greens to play Coopers­ ville in a conference match. The TK squad shot a 154 to Coopersville's 176. Low rounds for TK were Chase VandenBerg and Brett Knight at 38, Bobby Roush and Dan Burbank both shot 39's. The Trojans currently have a 5-0 record in conference play. On Thursday September 12 the Varsity B Squad travel to Mullenhurst to play Delton and Parchment. The TK squad shot a 159, which was not good enough to beat the improving Delton boys (156) but TK was able to beat Parchment (159) on a tiebreaker. Low rounds were shot by Tyler Wenger 37, Josh Enyart and Levi Harold 39, and lan Karcher 44. The JV's played Calvin and Hamilton at Yankee Springs on Monday Sept. 9. The TK jayvees also had a very fine match against Calvin and came away with a 179 to Calvin s 186 and Hamilton s 207 win. Low rounds for TK were Nicky Roush 44. Kyle Funk. Reed Ebmeyer and Josh Cisler all Tk « 1« »■ r> tl - a I I L* , X *-• t The jayvees will host Wyoming Park on Tuesday Sept. 17. Godwin and Beld­ ing Sept. 18. and Wayland and Kelloggsville Sept. 19. Next week the jayvees take on Calvin and Hamilton on the road Sept. 23. shot 45. The TK varsity jumps right into more O-K Blue action at Kauffman Golf Course against Belding and Godwin Wednesday Sept. 18. and a rematch with Cal­ vin and Hamilton Monday Sept. 23 at home. TK JV wins first 2 of season The TK jayvee football team got off to a good start this year by defeating Wayland 33-0 and Caledonia 380. Against Wayland the Tro­ jans first score came on a 15-yard run by Nate Labine, Chris Humphrey added the extra point. On the their next posses- Punt, Pass and Kick planned at TK Young football fans will have a chance to show off their football skills when the Thornapple Kellogg Schools host an NFUGatorade Punt, Pass & Kick competition on Saturday September 21, 2002. The competition is free and open to boys and girls ages 8-15. It will be held at 1 P.M. at Bob White Sta­ dium in Middleville. Com­ petitors will be scored on punting, passing and place kicking based on distance and accuracy. Entry forms are available at the schools or at registra­ tion the day of the event. These forms must be signed by a parent or guardian, and all competitors must show a copy of a birth certificate (to verify age group) to com­ pete. Age groups are deter­ mined as of December 31 of the current year. The top finishers from each of the four age groups, both boys and girls, will ad­ vance to a Sectional compe­ tition. The winners at the Sectional competition will have their scores compared to other Sectional champi­ ons; the top five scorers ad­ vance to the Final champi­ onship, to be held at a De­ troit Lions game at the new Ford Field. For more information about the competition, please contact Monte Munjoy at 795-5400 extension 4663. sion the Trojan back field, consisting of Labine. Adam Loveless, and Eddy Landon marched the ball down and scored on a pitch to Labine. The defense led by Josh Hilton. Joe Wenger. Eric Reeder, and Loveless came up big for TK by getting the offense another opportunity to score before half time. Humphrey threw a 36-yard pass to Labine. which set up a 10-yard TD run by Labine. In the second half the Trojan defense came up big on a number of fourth down plays giving the offense more opportunities to score. Wenger came up with a fumble recovery after a hit by lineman Hilton knocked the ball free. The Trojans finished the game with a 27-yard pass TK swimmers improving TK’s varsity girls swim team fell 108-88 at Rogers, but coach Pete Beaudoin said he and the girls are ex­ cited about the improve­ ments they made from their first meet to their second. The 200-meter medley re­ lay team of Amanda VandenBosch, Jessica Julius, Megan McGillicuddy, and Jessica Stark dropped their time by 4 seconds to 2:21.52. The 200 free style relay team of Leah VanHouten, Chelsey Strumberger, Amy Tinker, and Emily Nyland shaved 5 seconds off of their time, finishing third at 2:16.62. Beaudoin says his team is “improving by leaps and bounds,” and the score re­ flects it. “The girls have been working diligently on their turns and starts,” and that’s where they’re making up time. VandenBosch finished second in (he UK) back stroke with a time of 1:14.41. In the 100 freestyle with a time of 2:41.23 Strumberger finished second. Another second place fin­ ish was put in by the 400 meter relay team of Gina Niemchick, Alison Sager, Sarah Wolf, and McGilli­ cuddy. Beaudoin says that if the girls continue to work as hard as they have been, by the end of the season they’ll start to come out on the win­ ning end of some of these meets. Thursday Sept. 19 the Trojans will swim at Ford Fieldhouse against Grand Rapids Central, then again at the Ford Saturday Sept. 21 as one of 17 teams in the Raider’s Sprint. Great Local Service! Fast Claim Service! Great Southern Gospel concert planned Green Lake Calvary Church, 608 - 145th Ave (Kalamazoo Ave ), Caledo­ nia, will have a Southern Gospel concert in its new 500-seai worship center at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29. The Alliance Southern Gospel Quartet from Battle Creek will perform. A free-will offering will be taken. For more information, call (616)891-8764 from Humphrey to Mike Mugridge. In the second game against Caledonia Hum­ phrey had a 45-yard pass to Cliff Tomson to set up a TD by Loveless and a two-point conversion by Landon. Lan­ don had a 40-yard run to set up a TD pass from Hum­ phrey to David Finkbeincr and the two point conver­ sion was good by Loveless making the halftime score 23-0. The Trojan defense led by Jamie Sanford. Mike Gurski. and Hilton played well for the Trojans in the second half keeping Caledonia from scoring. The offense line was led by Danny Thomp­ son, Matt Palmer. Josh Mcycring. Jim Sanford. Reeder, and Dan Buxton. HIM. Maia St The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton Agency m-ti. Middies, mi u>Mie. mi 1-800443.5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM ■- •MM BUREAU INSURANCE MMHMU. ■ fMUt tMiu LM* • f MM WM4W M — **- �Automotive FOR SALE BY BID 1980 GMC retired fire rescue truck with high pressure pump. V-8 gas engine 25,000 GVW. Sold as is. 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INSTAL­ LER; to $1,000/week. On job training. (616)949-2424 Job­ line fee is expanding to serve you better! Larger Banquet Facility Available • SAME GREAT MENU • SAME GREAT SERVICE • NEW LOCATION 9175 Cherry Valley (formerly Brandywine) 1 mile north of current location! Watch for us at our new location beginning in October! �Page 24/The Sun and News MKkfleviHe. Ml/September 17, 2002 TK golfers win, Caledonia third at Barry County Fall Classic Eight schools sent a total of sixty golfers, comprising ten teams, to square off at Hastings Country Club for the Barry County Fall Clas­ sic. TK’s first team won the 18-hole event Friday Sept. 6 with a score of 318. Hast­ ings’ top group took home the second place trophy fin­ ishing with a 331, 13 shots behind the Trojans. The Caledonia fighting Scots' placed third with a score of 335. Hastings’ Pete Swiatek shot the days top individual score posting a 77. Maple Valley’s Nick Burpee, and TK’s Dan Burbank and Chase VandenBurg all shot 78 to tie for second place. Matt Ziesemer led Cale­ donia and finished fifth overall with an 80. Brandon Garrison led the Delton Panthers with an 81. Garrison was tied with TK s Brett Knight. Bobby Roush, and Levi Harold for sixth place. Four golfers tied in tenth place with scorecards read­ ing 82. TK’s Tyler Wenger, Hastings' Justin Pratt, Ionia's Mark Simpson, and Wayland s Steve Chachulski. Caledonia’s Chris Leath­ erman finished just out of the medal race with an 83. Abe Mulvihill and Loren Crandell both turned scores of 86. While the golfers ate hot­ dog after hot-dog in the clubhouse after sweating it out in the sun all afternoon their coaches left the cool room to tally up the scores. The Ionia Bulldogs finished fourth with a 339. followed by Lakewood 343. Delton 349. Wayland 352, TK s “B" team 356. Maple Valley 357. and Hastings' “B” team with a 393. The TK golfers pose with their trophy after winning the Barry County Fall Classic (from left) coach Mark Veriinde, Bobby Roush. Dan Burbank. Tyler Wenger. Brett Knight, Chase VandenBurg, coach Tom Fletke. and Josh Enyart Trojan tennis falls to good B.C. team Cary Middlebush won again for the Trojans girls’ varsity at second singles and Reigler Photography by ZoAnn Reigler Group, Individual Wedding and Pet Photography || NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET YOUR SENIOR OR FAMILY PICTURE 2775 Eckert Road, Freeport, Ml 49325 616-765-3315 • Cell: 616-893-3696 e-mail: zoken@iserv.net FREE 8X10 WITH THIS AD so did the third and fourth doubles teams, but it wasn’t enough to beat the Byron Center Bulldogs as TK fell 5-3. After she dropped a first set tie-breaker Middlebush went on to take the next two sets, finally closing it out on her fifth match point in the final set 6-7 (4), 7-5, 6-4. The third doubles team of Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton won 6-2, 6-1. and the fourth doubles combo of Bethany Steorts and Mi­ chelle Raetz defeated their competitors 6-3, 6-1. Third singles player Mak lory Dobson lost in a three set match 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. TK coach Larry Seger said that all of his girls played well, “we just lost to a good team.” TK hosts Hamilton Tues­ day Sept. 18 and Caledonia on Sept. 19, then visits Rogers Monday Sept. 23. Missed shots hurt Scots’ basketball The Caledonia varsity girls’ basketball team out re­ bounded. made more free throws, and had fewer turn­ overs than Cedar Springs, but shot only 19% from the field. On their home court the Scots fell Thursday Sept. 12 65-44. The Scots were coming off of 10 days rest since their last game and just couldn’t find the shooting touch that helped them to a 3-0 start. Coach Angie Stauffer said that her team “came out one step slow in the beginning,” and couldn't get back in it after that. Caledonia was led by freshman guard Carrie Butcher with 11 points. Hastings will host the lighting Scots Tuesday Sept. 17 then the Scots host Sparta on Thursday Sept. 19. ® 9807 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • 891-0488 s1.99 New Release DVD — per night * Changing Lanes * Blade 1 * We Were Soldiers • The Sweetest Thing Bud 12 Pk. Btls & Cans........... $86’ + Tax & Dep. 44 oz. Fountain Pop . . . . 79* Milk all gallons................... Coke 2 liters . ......... 99‘+ dep Select Candy . 3/99* Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-09-24.pdf 6831d217310ed8e2c7a937159fb4c0c5 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaj^^WI^ No. 39/September 24, 2002 idleyille and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 Lehman honored with laughter and just a lew tears by Patricia Johns Sun and News The sixth annual Thor­ napple Area Enrichment Foundation Recognition Dinner filled the downstairs banquet room at the MiddleVilla Inn with more than 200 to honor high school wrestling coach and teacher Tom Lehman. The laughter was in abun­ dance as friends and col­ leagues shared stories and memories of a man who has Assistant wrestling coach Scott Marvin gets caught up in a story he is telling about Tom Lehman and one of his wrestlers who wasn't trying hard enough. Thornapple Kellogg homecoming this week by Patricia Johns Stacy Huizinga and Alex Staff Writer Robinson represent the jun­ Friday, Sept. 27’s Home- ior class. Sophomores Isaac coming game against Hamil­ Thaler and Nicole Weidton is just one part of Home- mann were also selected. coming or Spirit Week in First year students Jessica the Thornapple Kellogg Wenger and Justin Wilson round out the court. School District. The week’s activities at The members of the Homecoming Court were se­ the high school include lected on Thursday, Sept. decorating and special days. Yesterday. Monday, Sept. 19. Selected from the senior class were Nick Otto, An­ 23 students “dressed down” with them coming as gela Blood. Janine Dykstra, Justin VanSpronsen. Bobby "Twins” today. Wednesday Roush and Megan Dutcher. is Clash Day. Thursday is Spirit Day and Friday is City Day. At the middle school stu­ dents will get an opportunity to dress up as farmers and on one day pick sides, by the way they dressed as either a fan of Michigan State or the University of Michigan. The game begins at 7 p.m. on Friday. The presentation of the court takes place at half-time. On Saturday evening, the dance closes out the week­ end. Tom Lehman shared his honor with his family. Pictured from left are Lehman, son Steve, wife Sharon and son David. meant a lot to the Mid­ dleville and Thomapple Kel­ logg communities for more than 30 years. His contributions have in­ cluded winning teams, a be­ lief in the importance of aca­ demics as well as athletics and helping create the impe­ tus of the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission. Son David Lehman trav­ eled from Idaho to be able to share memories of his father and praise his mother for creating a wonderful family life for them all. He praised his dad for al­ ways telling his students and athletes to “do the right thing” and that this is a tenet his father has followed all his life. He closed his speech See Lehman, page 6 Yankee Springs purchases new gear for firefighters by Patricia Johns able water and failure of the do office work needed. On Tuesday, Sept. 17 the contractor, Beachline Con­ Someone will be available members of the Yankee struction of Holland, to from 8 a m. to 3 p.m. Mon Springs Board of Trustees dredge the depth and dis­ day through Thursday and approved purchasing turn tance agreed on. from 9 a m. until noon on out gear and new composite Residents asked the town­ Fridays. air tanks which will assist ship to withhold payments In another step to improve local fire fighters as they do from the construction com­ communication with the their jobs. pany until problems arc cor­ public, a new bulletin board Chief Mark Marentette rected. Following the meet­ will be installed outside the also saved the township ing supervisor Al McCrumb hall. The bulletin board in­ money by repairing air pack heard from the township at­ cludes meeting postings and holders to current standards torney that the township general information. instead of purchasing new may withhold payments. The next meeting of the ones. McCrumb will no longer Yankee Springs Board of The meeting had origi­ have to do maintenance on Trustees is scheduled for nally been scheduled for the township hall since the Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. At that Thursday. Sept. 12 but was board agreed to hire some­ time treasurer John Jerkatis rescheduled to assure a quo­ one to do it. The board also may discuss rescinding late rum. It began late following agreed to hire someone to penalties for the winter col­ a closed session on person­ answer telephone calls and lection in February. nel. Following the regular meeting a second closed ses­ sion on personnel was held. The results of the closed ses­ sion are that zoning admin­ Life-Line Screening coming to istrator faces additional per­ Caledonia Oct. 7 formance evaluations at 30, 60 and 180 days. He was Freeport annual ‘Fun Day’ planned told to improve his interac­ Sept. 28 tion with the public. The board heard from Planners to deal with erosion problems residents who live along at Jasonville Farms Johnson’s Lagoon about Developers win master plan what they called a botched amendment on M-37 dredging project that has re­ sulted in problems of cracked seawalls, undrink­ In This Issue Seniors selected for the homecoming court stand tall in the back row Pictured from left are Nick Otto. Angela Blood. Janine Dykstra. Justin VanSpronsen. Bobby Roush and Megan Dutcher. Students from the other classes Stacy Huizinga, Alex Robinson. Isaac Thaler. Nicole Weidmann. Jessica Wenger and Justin Wilson round out the court. �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Septembef 24. 2002 Student-athlete-parent handbook introduced to Caledonia board by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Among the items that the Caledonia School Board re­ ceived during their recently monthly meeting was a booklet titled. “Student Ath­ lete Parent Handbook 200203.” Superintendent Doug Busman introduced the booklet and commended Athletic Director Dave Price and his staff for having put together the handbook and providing the families of CHS athletics with it. The booklet begins with statements for the athletes and their parents, as well as the need for a common goal. “To make the high school sports experience a reward­ ing one for everyone con­ cerned: athlete, coach, par­ ent and fan.” In closing the introduc­ tory letter of the booklet. Price states. “Together, let’s always , and in all ways, celebrate the efforts of our players and coaches as they strive to make Cal #1 in class, style, sportsmanship and competitiveness." The handbook includes such topics as 1) How we measure success. 2) Philoso­ phy of Caledonia Athletics. 3) CHS Athletics - 2002-03 Important Dates. 4) Policies and 5) Fund-raising Policy. Also during the meeting, the board was introduced to the 2002-03 CHS Student Congress representative. Janine Wilson. Wilson presented the ai Contempo Salon Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1093 Jam frnAulkii&nA CbufJims y MlddlevllM/Gun Lak* Arm OfllCR 317 Arlington. M-37 (269) 795-3305 Miller board with information, in­ cluding this week's events of spirit week and homecoming. The theme this year is. "America the Beautiful: Remember the Past. Live the Present and Prepare for the Future.” Wilson explained that there has been a change in the annual Powder Puff game. previously on Wednesday of homecoming week. The Powder Puff game was played last night and the Caledonia Hall of Fame induction will take place on Wednesday. Some of the "zaniness” scheduled for this week are red. white and blue day, hip­ pie day. pajama day. a talent show and different chal­ lenges and games. The homecoming parade is at 5:30 pm. Friday night before the game. The board approved the following personnel changes for the district: hiring Sandy Braat as CHS English teacher and Ken Demeuse as the eighth grade middle school girls' basketball coach. The resignations of the following personnel were also accepted: Scott Chris- Dehhie Erway Karen Brown ...... Craig Stolsonburg gri Al Kulikauskas Janine Wilson, a CHS student, was introduced to thte Caledonia School Board as the Student Con­ gress Representative for this school year MILLER MEANS. HEAL ESTATE Kav Stolsonburg GRI.CRS. AMK. Broker * Saier Manager ................ Superintendent Doug Busman (right) and Kettle Lake Principal Chris Warren stand with Michelle Nemmers and Craig Coolman. now fifth-graders, be­ fore they gave their presentation about technology usage at Kettle Lake. Ellery Alexander (left) and Sean McBride, thirdgraders who have looped from second with teacher. Kelly Clark, explained how they were involved with making an I-movie last year involving several types of learning styles, including computer technology. 795-7272 623-8357 795-9331 795-4470 838-7282 Mike Humphreys. < RS. gri Looking For A Home? Be Sure To visit Our user Friendly web Site At www.millerreale5tate.net 1. MIDDLEVILLE! Spacrous 4 bedroom 2 bath on 2 7 acres, walkout basement with fin­ ished family room game room combination master suite and much more1 Can Kay or ^Craig $198,000/ tensen in high school Eng­ dents to learn the instru­ lish, Jake Harmon as JV ment. They surprised her by soccer coach, Bart Johnson learning it in less than an as JV volleyball coach and hour. This year will be the Jennifer Stanton as CHS second for LaCroix and her students to have the privi­ custodial aide. Kettle Lake teachers lege of using the devices. Clark (who loops from Kelly LaCroix, fourth grade, and Kelly Clark, second- second to third grade) dem­ third grade, demonstrated onstrated, along with two of her students. Ellery Alex­ for the board a small part of how technology is currently ander and Scan McBride, being used in the district. how they learned a particu­ LaCroix and two of her for­ lar theme last year. The stu­ mer students, Craig Cool- dents not only learned about man and Michelle the flag in the traditional Nemmers, demonstrated ways of reading and writing, how handsprings (just like a but also by incorporated palm pilot) have helped her technology into their lesson. Clark and her students, classroom to become tech­ nology savvy, save paper, then in second grade, read raise academic scoring and the book, “The Flag We promote interactive learning. Love.” The students were Judy Hoeoeke originally lucky enough that their helped LaCroix with a grant Continued next page that supports a lot of the software that the school al­ ready uses. Hoebekc also devised a “photo album” with reference information about the handsprings for • Yams, Crafts & Variety the students, freeing up time • 1/2 Off Card Shop for LaCroix from continu­ • Knitting • Crocheting ally answering “how to” questions. The students use • Cross Stitch • Quilting the handsprings for checking • Custom Framing math (initial math comput­ • Sunrider Herbs & Skin Care ing is accomplished through traditional methods), con­ All this and the kitchen sink at... ducting experiments, beam­ ing homework back and forth to LaCroix, test taking, C j Yarn, Craft & Variety > etc. 9343 Cherry Valley Ave.. 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The four screenings use non-invasive technology to assess the risk of stroke and vascular disease. The tests include a Carotid Artery screening, an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm screening and an ankle Brachial Index, which screens for Peripheral Artery Disease. Life Line Screening will also offer a bone density screening, which assesses the risk of osteoporosis. According to a flyer put out by LLS. Life Line Screening is America s lead­ ing provider of quality health screcings. The tests are reported to “quickly de­ tect arterial abnormalities, which can cause irregular blood flow. “Our screenings are fast, accurate, and available at an affordable rate.” Why would anyone want one (or all) of these screen­ ings? According to informa­ tion from LLS. “A physician typically cannot order an ul­ trasound evaluation for someone who has no symp­ toms of vascular disease or osteoporosis. Life Line Screening enables you to be checked for vascular disease or osteoporosis as part of your own personal preven­ tion plan. A board certified physician, who is fully in­ sured and licensed to prac­ tice. reviews and confirms all screening results.” • The Stroke.'Carotid Ar­ tery screening visualizes the buildup of fatty plaque in the carotid arteries in the neck. “The #1 cause of stroke is linked to carotid ar­ tery blockage.” Cost $40. • The Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm screening tests for the existence of an aneu­ rysm (enlargement) in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic ar­ tery. The vast majority of people who have an aneu- From previous page teacher had an antique flag second-graders. Judy Hoebeke finished up that they were able to study and discuss during these les­ the technology information portion of the meeting by sons. It seems that most stu­ handing out discs to each dents were surprised that board member, further de­ Clark's flag only had 48 picting what the school is stars, instead of the 50 that doing with the technology it they're used to. This gave currently possesses. HoeClark an opportunity to ex­ bekc and her crew will con­ plain the symbolism behind tinue presenting these discs the design of the flag. The each month as the board class also figured out that changes its meeting place this particular flag could from school to school. have only been flown be­ The board ended their tween the years of 1912 and meeting by Superintendent 1959. Douglas Busman presenting While listening to the what will become a per­ song. “God Bless the manent part of the school U.S.A.,” the students board meetings — School worked in pairs to illustrate News. Busman will be up­ sections of the song in the dating the board and SB at­ computer lab. The resulting tendees with information “I-movie” presentation was about what has taken place played for the board, as it and is coming up in the dis­ had been during conferences trict. the previous year for par­ One of the items that ents. Some of the illustra­ Busman discussed was a tions were very profound for workshop that the school oast Pork £ Dinner Saturday, Sept. 28 • 5-7 p.m. Bowne Center United Methodist Hall at Key Communicators spon­ sored. The workshop, which included members of the community, was held last spring for three evenings to discuss what is felt that Caledonia students need in order to be successful. Caledonia Middle School students hosted the dia­ logues at the workshop. Busman listed several of the items that were compiled from the workshop, such as: 1) Parent Involvement, 2) Basic Skills. 3) Basic and PracticalSkills, 4) Career Preparation and 5) High Ex­ pectations - academic, disci­ pline as well as behavior. The information that was taken from this workshop is to be incorprated into the districtwide school improve­ ment goals. Busman has plans to show the board each month examples of the aca­ demics, career preparation or life skills that is taking place in the districts. Board member, Denny Atkinson, had attended a couple of the workshop nights and commented how impressed he was with the students involved, “I think the process went extremely well. Not just with parent in­ volvement but students as well.” rysm have no symptoms. Cost $40. • Periphereal Arterial Dis­ ease screening looks for pe­ ripheral arterial disease (plaque buildup) in the lower extremeties, which is linked to coronary artery­ disease. Cost $40. • Osteoporosis screening tests for abnormal bone mass density in men and women. Osteoporosis is painless and silent n its early stages. Cost $35. • The complete vascular package (three screenings) can be purchased for $99.00 - a saving of $21.00. The complete pack­ age of four screenings can be purchased at $125 for a savings of $30. According to a represen­ tative of Life Line Screen­ ing, based out of Cleveland, the procedures are pain free and require (if having all four screenings) approxi­ mately one hour. When registering for an appointment (which must be done at least 24 hours in ad­ vance), an LLS representa­ tive will review certain in­ formation. Some items to be aware of ahead of time are: LLS requests short sleeve, twopiece outfits that are open around the collar area and loose fitting (please, no panty hose). It is necessary to fast for four hours prior to the screenings but medica­ tion can be taken on sched­ ule. Anyone interested in the screenings must register at least 24 hours in advance. VISA and Mastercard are accepted when paying by phone at the time of registra­ tion. Only cash or checks are accepted as payment on the day of the screening be­ cause the facility is not equipped for electronic pay­ ment. . 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TAC director Rose Heaton says. “Early registration is this vear. We have tried to design the class area so it will not interfere with the gallery area." For the Adults Faux Finishing with Barbara Clare Wednesday. Oct. 2 • 9-11 a.m. • S15 • supplies S10 • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Learn how to paint beautiful techniques on your walls, countertops, and furniture. Demonstrations and class participation. Wear your grubbies! Faux Finishing with Barbara Clare - Thursday. Oct 3 • 7-9 p.m.» $15 • sup­ plies $10 • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Learn how to paint beautiful techniques on your walls, countertops, and furniture. Demonstrations and class participation. Wear your grubbies! Oil Painting with Dixie Olin - Wednesdays. Oct. 9. 16. 23 and 30 • 10 a.m.-noon • $40 • supplies: instructor will provide a supplies list • Instructor Dixie Olin. This four-week session will be an open workshop that will explore working with oils. Learn about creating atmos­ phere and choosing color, with an emphasis on use of values. There will be demos, discussions, life set-ups and working from photos. All skill levels are welcome. Come and develop your own painting style. This class is painless and fun. Mandalas - Thursday. Oct. 10 • 7-9 p.m. • $5 • ages 13 and up • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Come and bring a friend to learn the ancient eastern art of man­ dalas’ No artistic experience needed! While we doodle. you’ll be treated to soothing music and a chance to open the creative door within. Supplies are provided at no charge. Faux Finishing with Barbara Clare - Saturday. Oct. 12 • 10 a.m.-noon • $15 • supplies $10 • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Learn how to paint beautiful techniques on Continued next page LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship .......................... 9 30 a.m. Fellowship Time.........................10 35 a m. Sunday School........................... 10:50 a m. Evening Praise ....................... 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-^7 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M Ul I -I T CHURCH a place to become a place to belong (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9: JO & 1100 a.m. Youth Ministry................................................. 891 -0576 Meeting at the Cron Creek Charter Academy Rev Michael Stowell, Dad Pastor Joe Cipcu: Worship leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 -0287 ______ Visit our web site wvw bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart Senior PaMor Tim A. Vine. Asst PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation PaMor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister PaMor David Slewart CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Server Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9 45 a m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a m. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Res Norman Kohns (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891 8669 / Fax 891-8648 www calcdomaumc org Conimu»ritv of C^ri$f ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whitneywe Ave Church School. Sunday 9:45 am GUM LAKE COMMUNITY chu rica-a A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.cx A Place for Funih & Friends 6201 Whitney silk Avenue Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Comemporan Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Pastor Roger Bultman • Church Office: www lakesadecommmuiy org 9:30 am. 10:45 a m 600 p.m 868-0391 Located in Leigh*00 Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Monang Wxdap AJO am Tradmond Sunday Evenmg Senxr FW Fnends PrrSdxxiSdi Prayer Mwtng - Vednadn 1115am Crtemporary IftOOam 650pm AJO pm. 630 pan urrowssao pmk» • wonu.% non. wmattau 891-8028 • e mail net Office 891-8688 ______________ wwwiservjxt z~rtpaul SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 13ht Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun luitc) Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. 9 30 a m Mass at St. Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are being made 792-2889 THORN APPLE BIBLE CHUJRCII Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a.m, Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 930 am Parmelee Morning Worship MWdevie Morning Worship Sunday School (Jr. Hgh & Aduh) Nursery ■ Grode 5 Sr- HKT - Sun. Evening Jr High - Grades 64. Wed Evening 1100 am 9 45 am. llflOom 600-800 p.m 6-00-730 pm. Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Redeemer Covenant Church WAYFAREFL COMMUNITY An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pjsior Paul M. Hillman Youth Pattw band Lnkvjn 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616^98-8001 rrdeemertetiennet www.re3eemacuitnant.org 4the CHURCH Finding the Way Together! Wednesday .4 Leighton Church Sunday School 9:45 AM tfam Cwmmimdy Campai fm frltruifry wad Seunce Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Educatic Hour 11.W am Lakeside 8 30 AM 1100 AM 7:00 PM Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— 11 00am Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor's Ph 897-7407 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6.30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Worship Hours: 900 am and 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship 7 30pm RISTIAN CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Sunday School fcx Ai Ago Pastor Lloyd Delormer. Sr ew Life GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 10 50 am Wed Fellowship 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd . Praise Singing laurel) 698-9660 Community Churcrt 8.30 a.m 9 45 a m 10:30 a m 1100 a m v] Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. A CALEDONIA frUNITED METHODIST Worship ................. —............ Sunday School Coffee Fellowship Worship with Jr. Church (Nursery as aihNe throughout' Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 10 AM Sunday Morning Relevant Merges Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 84th St & Kraft in Caledonia ____ 1 mild west of M-37 Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: + St Paul Lutheran Church All Services have a Nureenj Available • Barrier Free GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 September 29: "Discerning Together" 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Ret E Anthony Sikora Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Gwtcnjr: Otur.hr. (fffaintA - Ammu t^fforU/uoA Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. wavfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. In In mg) Sunday SefYigf Timet 9:15 AM. Morning Prayer (Hofy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phOM 795-2370 or 948-9327 View ~ Rev. David L Harwich 8546 Whrineyvee Ave of 84m St . 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School StraoyScnoO Sunday Mormg Worsnp 930am 1030 am Mee-r-g a* zrctpei on /^tneyvie Ave Sunday Evenrg Worshp Wed »Aa*ee< Prayer & &CXe Study 6 00 p.m 700 pm h»v Ihoma 9uys. Pasta • Qev Kar Sasha, Assoc Pasta Weore *n-erveeooe ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 24. 2002/Page 5 From previous page your walls, countertops, and furniture. Demonstrations and class participation. Wear your grubbies! Oil Painting with InSoon Felch - Mondays. OcL 14. 21, 28. Nov. 4 . 6:30-8:30 p.m. • $40 • supplies: instructor will provide a sup­ plies list • instructor: InSoon Felch. This four-week ses­ sion will be an open work­ shop that will explore work­ ing with oils. All skill levels are welcome. Come and develop your own painting style. Beginning Watercolor with Dixie Olin - Tuesdays. Oct. 15. 22. 29 and Nov. 5 • 10 a.m.-noon • $40 • sup­ plies: instructor will provide Free financial seminar at Middleville church by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Have you ever wondered about the “money eaters” that cost a lot or how to con­ trol impulse buying or when buying used makes better sense than buying new? The first of three finance seminars hosted by the Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed Church will answer these questions and more on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Topics being discussed on Sept. 26 include ways to in­ crease your money by 10 percent or more. Among the techniques to reach this goal arc planning purchases ahead, saving money on food, saving on car costs and even how to control your ego to save money. Seminar leader Lee DeVries has worked for many years with first Old Kent Bank and now with Fifth Third. He is bringing his expertise to the Mid­ dleville community for free. On Oct. 3 he will be discuss­ ing the “Debt Trap” and the series closes with an explo­ ration of Budgeting Basics on Oct. 10. Each seminar will be fol­ lowed by time for coffee and questions. The church is located at 708 W. Main Street in Mid­ dleville. Call the church at 795-9901 with questions about the seminars. Alliance will perform Sunday at Green Lake The gospel singing group Alliance, decade long friends of the Green Lake Calvary Church family, will be in concert Sunday, Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. Alliance is a quartet bom from two families who have joined together as “laborers" with the purpose of sharing the greatest story of all time by way of song and testimo­ ny. Travis and Rebecca Davis, formerly of the Davis Brothers, have teamed up with Dave and Marci Thurston to bring a fresh northern approach to south­ ern gospel music. Green Lake Calvary Church is located at 608, 145th Ave., (Kalamazoo Avenue), just into Allegan County, southwest of Caledonia. Refreshments of coffee, pie and other items will be served after the concert. Wish Josh Golden Happy 18th Birthday on Sept. 28 __ a supplies list • Instructor: Dixie Olin. If you have always wanted to try water­ colors but were afraid to begin, this class is for you. Dixie makes it painless and fun. You will be working with the three primary col­ ors. This class is designed to take the fear out of watercol­ or. Learn techniques to improve your watercolor skills. Oil Painting with Dixie Olin - Wednesdays. Nov. 6. 13. 20 and 27 • 10 a.m.-noon • $40 • supplies: instructor will provide a supplies list • Instructor Dixie Olin. This four-week session will be an open workshop that will explore working with oils. Learn about creating atmos­ phere and choosing color, with an emphasis on use of values. There will be demos, discussions, life set-ups and working from photos. All skill levels are welcome. Come and develop your own painting style. This class is painless and fun. Mandalas - Thursday, Nov. 7 • 7-9 p.m. • $5 • ages 13 and up • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Come and bring a fnend to leam the ancient eastern art of man­ dalas’ No artistic experience needed! While we doodle, you'll be treated to soothing music and a chance to open the creative door within. Supplies are provided at no charge. Faux Finishing with Barbara Clare - Saturday, Nov. 9 • 10 a.m.-noon • $15 • supplies $10 • Instructor: Barbara Clare. Leam how to paint beautiful techniques on your walls, countertops, and furniture. Demonstrations and class participation. Wear your grubbies! Beginning Watercolor with Dixie Olin - Tuesdays, Nov. 12, 19, 26 and Dec. 3 • 10 a.m.-noon • $40 • sup­ plies: instructor will provide a supplies list • Instructor: Dixie Olin. If you have always wanted to try water­ colors but were afraid to begin, this class is for you. Dixie makes it painless and fun. You will be working with the three primary col­ ors. This class is designed to take the fear out of watercol­ or. Leam techniques to improve your watercolor skills. For the Kids Acrylics for Kids Thursday, Oct. 10 • 3:30 to 5 p.m. • $10 • supplies: $5 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Laura Valentine. Techniques with color mixing, warming, cooling, blending, glazing, edging in. dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in. and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns. Students will leave class with a completed w ork of art from one of the following subject areas still life, landscape. Beginning Oil Painting with Dixie Olin - Monday. Oct. 14 • 4-5:30 p.m. • $10 • supplies $8 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Dixie Olin. Students will begin and complete an oil painting in their session with Dixie. Beginning techniques will be taught and a lot of fun will be had along the way. Stop by the Arts Council to see what painting will be done in each session. Class limited to 8 students. Pastels for Kids Thursday, Oct. 17 • 3:30 to 5 p.m. • $10 • supplies: $5 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor. Laura Valentine. Concepts such as basic shape, body tone, body shadow, cast shadow, reflected light, and highlight will be demon­ strated, as well as some focus and hazing techniques. The student will leave class with a completed work from one of the following subject areas: still life, exaggerated floral, mountain study, or landscape. Clay Pots - Mondays, Oct. 21 and 28 • 4-5:30 p.m. • $20 • supplies: $10 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Bonnie Slayton. During this twoweek class you will hand build a claypot and glaze it (the second week). Pots will be available for pick up a couple of weeks after the second class. Acrylics for Kids • Thursday, Oct. 24 • 3:30 to 5 p.m. • $10 • supplies: $5 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Laura Valentine. Techniques with color mixing, warming, cooling, blending, glazing, edging in, dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in, and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns. Students will leave class with a completed work of art from one of the following subject areas - Plastic Gauze Masks • Mondays. Nov. 18 and 25 • 4-5:30 p.m. • $20 • supplies: $10 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Bonnie Slayton. Create a mask using plastic gauze strips. During the first class the mask will be formed. At the second class they will be painted. Acrylics for Kids • Thursday. Nov. 21 • 3:30 to 5 p.m. • $10 • supplies: $5 • ages: 8 to 14 • instructor. Laura Valentine Techniques with color mixing, warming, cooling, blending, glazing, edging in. dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in, and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns. 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The student will leave class with a completed work from one of the following subject areas: still life, exaggerated floral, mountain study, or landscape. \cr\licv for Kids Thursday. Nov. 7 • 3:30 to 5 p.m. • $10 • supplies: $5 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Laura Valentine. Techniques with color mixing, wanning, cooling, blending, glazing, edging in, dry brushing, liner brush, knifing in. and focus and hazing will be demonstrated after a brief (10 minute) presentation on light patterns. Students will leave class with a completed work of art from one of the following subject areas still life, landscape. Beginning Oil Painting with Dixie Olin - Monday. Nov. 11 • 4-5:30 p.m. • $10 • supplies $8 • ages: 8 to 14 • Instructor: Dixie Olin. Students will begin and complete an oil painting in their session with Dixie. Beginning techniques will be taught and a lot of fun will be had along the way. Stop by the Arts Council to see what painting will be done in each session. Class limited to 8 students. ------------- ,------- -yj | Maintenance fee waived with 1-year membership. A $55 value. 1 ’ Offer valid to first 100 members. Please bring coupon to receive the discount offer. Expires 11-01-2002 | �Page SfThe Sun and News M»ddleviHe. Ml/September 24 2002 Lehman, continued from page 1 with. “I am proud of you, you deserve this award.” . Ben Lucas, the first recipient of the Jeffery Leh- man Memorial Scholarship, said. “When I was asked to do this. I couldn't say no. This man bleeds orange and black. He is not afraid to share his emotions. He loves this town and the students. I thank him for being there for us.” Gary Otto brought the perspective of one of Leh­ man's early wrestlers who remembers when Lehman would go into the hallways at the high school to ask stu­ dents to join the team when only 7 showed up for a meeting. Otto praised Leh­ man for his vision, commit­ ment and the drive to help his athletes think success­ fully. Assistant Coach Scott Marvin credits Lehman for encouraging adults as well as students. He recom­ mended Marvin for his job at TK 11 years ago. Current TK athletic direc­ tor Mark Uyl has known the Lehman family since he was six years old and wrestled on a free style team with Lehman s sons Dave and Jeff. Uyl made it clear that Lehman's life is not just a tally of wins and losses. It really is a reflection of his “class” as a person. He has been a wonderful mentor and teacher, Uyl said. He is a father figure who shares the jov of play­ ing and is “always someone you can count on." TAEF president Don Williamson thanks Tom and Sharon Lehman for their contributions to the commu­ nity new at... After Effects HAIR STUDIO T 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269 795 0053 A The dinner included a fine arts silent auction to raise funds for the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. Former athletic director Ray Page remarked that the boy who wrestled for Owosso at 145 pounds has been an incredible asset for the Thornapple Kellogg dis­ trict. As hard as it may be to believe, Lehman started out coaching cross country be­ fore he became a football and then wrestling coach. Lehman’s 514 wins give him a fourth place ranking for wrestling in the state of Michigan. He has been named re­ gional coach of the year 9 times, coach of the year 3 times and was nominated once at national coach of the year. Then Lehman had a chance to correct all those stories that had been told about him in the last hour. He made it clear that he was honored to be selected by the TAEF because he knows of so many people who de­ serve the honor. He has been able to reach p. Victoria’s Charm his goals because of the love Eventually that day he found and support of his wife the new high school and a Sharon and his sons. "I great partnership of coach didn’t get to my athletic and teacher with school and achievements by myself ei­ student began. Lehman also told the ther," he reminded the crowds. “The athletes, audience that he found a coaches, families all worked community when he came to Middleville. Ik has life long together on our goals.” He told the crowd this friends and many memories summer he achieved one of of ball games and picnics. He also thanked the Mid his lifelong goals and coached a winning team at dlcville community tor sup­ the national level. "It was a porting him and his family' blast for a wrestling coach to in their time of tragedy spend a week with a great when son Jeffery was killed team competing against in an automobile accident “Everyone rallied around us great teams.” Lehman almost didn't and cared for us. They were take the job at Thornapple great." Lehman received a plaque Kellogg High School 30 years ago. He was scheduled and praise for his contibufor an interview with Harry tions to the community. It Dugan, then high school was obvious that it didn't principal at the new high matter whether you were a “wrastler” under Lehman's school. Unfortunately, the first tutelage or a current high building Lehman saw was school wrestler or even a the former middle school member of the community, building which still had a this man continues to con­ sign reading “high school.” tribute to the community. Affordable Fine Jewelry 269-795-0039 Victoria Betit, Owner MASSAGES Julie Lake CMT Reflexologist Eric Baird CMT Reflexologist Reiki Practitioner Ben Lucas, the first re­ cipient of the Jeffery Leh­ man Memorial Scholar­ ship, thanked Lehman for “caring for his students." Rejuvenation Table Therapy CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS 269-795-0053 It’s a SENSATION«, and the most exciting cruise getaway form Tampa to the Western Caribbean. 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Ml/September 24. 2002/Page 7 Hastings Library’s Oktoberfest will be Oct. 5 at Expo Center For those who like basket weaving, face and hair paint­ ing, creating scarecrows, pumpkin painting, plant sale.s rescue vehicles, and auctions. “Oktoberfest" is the place to be Saturday, Oct. 5. at the Barry County Expo. The day-long event is a fund-raiser for the capital campaign of Hastings Public Library, with the mam event being a community auction of donated items. Activities begin at noon, the auction at I p.m. and a German dinner with entertainment at 5 p.m. As part of the harvest time crafts, Lorraine Otto will teach simple basket weav­ ing. Those wishing to create a basket of their own will choose from a selection of materials and styles at vari­ ous prices. The “students’ will then be able to sit down, with materials, tools and instruction provided, and create a basket to take home. Otto, longtime resident of Middleville, has been teach­ ing basket weaving for 18 years. She first took up the craft two decades ago. She teaches her art form year round to students “from 8 to 80." both here and in Florida. “Lorraine only goes to a few shows each year, so we’re very excited to have her be apart of our celebra­ tion," says Oktoberfest chair Becca Hawkins. "This spe­ cial Oktoberfest instruction will provide a great opportu­ nity for anyone interested in basket weaving to learn some basics of the art." Another favorite craft is face painting and hair paint­ ing will also be available, according to Kathy Maurer, chair of this event. Children of all ages will enjoy the hands-on activities from the Kalamazoo Aviation History Museum, fondly called the Kalamazoo Air Zoo. Activi­ ties include soda straw rock­ ets. paper bag kites and air­ plane pinwheels. After the cutting, coloring and taping, they will then fly their pro­ ject. The Air Zoo will also have a display of pho­ tographs of museum aircraft and activities. Other agencies and com­ munity services will be fea­ tured. such as the Hastings Fire Department (fire truck), Michigan State Police and Hastings City Police (police cars), Barry County Sher­ iff’s Department (finger­ printing). Pennock Hospital. Mercy Ambulance. Volun­ teer Center. Red Cross and US Coast Guard. Bring plants (for the plant sale) by 3 p.m. Fnday, Oct. 4. and items for auction may Local massage therapist promises customers TLC by Patricia Johns Patricia Bowerman hopes that her new office for Thornapplc Massage Therapy be­ hind the Babylon Hair Salon on M-37 allows her to pro­ vide professional massage therapy with lots of “tender loving care." Bowerman also is a regis­ tered nurse who has worked at Pennock Hospital for many years. She enjoyed helping her obstetric ward patients relax with the TLC a massage can give. This inspired her to take additional training to be­ come a certified massage therapist. For the last year she had been working out of her home, but this year de­ cided to open a office to provide a professional and welcoming atmosphere for her clients. Bowerman is well known in the area having worked tor several local physicians. When her husband Fred died, she found that massage helped her as well. She credits the support of her children and their spouses for giving her the energy and encouragement to start a new business. Fritz and Martha Bowerman, De­ bra and Pat Roberts and Randy and Traci Bowerman all hope this is a successful career move. Bowerman hopes to help clients discover how mas­ sage can help revitalize and relax them. She says, “I care deeply for people and hope they use this new service to their benefit.” Bowerman is accepting clients by appointment. Call 795-2623 to make appoint­ ments and for more informa­ tion. Patricia Bowerman wel­ comes clients with the warmth of her caring per­ sonality and inviting decor to her Thornapple Mas­ sage Therapy office be­ hind the Babylon Hair Sa­ lon on M-37 Chi/iop/iaetio Ca/te Jo/t the QGho^e 'rTanii^y Tanya M. Seif (Prokop). D.C.. F.I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care Colic ♦ Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting ♦ Women’s Health * Pregnancy Care Northland Chiroprarth* Self Chiropractic 5300 Northland Dr. Grand Rapids 9090 S. Rodgers Cl. Caledonia 361-1908 891-8153 October is Spinal ealth Care Month In celebration, we are offering a free c onsultation A < xiini for aUcTiiTdren. One of the many harvest crafts featured at Oktoberfest will be simple basket weaving. Lorraine Otto has a passion for teaching and invites older children (ages 10 and up) and adults to learn this craft. be delivered between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. that same day. Plants can be packaged in reused pots, plastic bags, cut off milk jugs, freezer containers, etc. Plants should be identified by name, variety or color. Admission is $5 per car. All the activities are free, except for basket making, plant sale and food. The German dinner is $5 per per­ son (served 5 to 7 p.m.) and there will be hot dogs, brats, and German strudel. For a complete list of activities or to volunteer, please call the library. 269945-4263. g s Konsigimidii jQl * Infants * Children’s I* Women’s * Men’s A? a V-y* Pins Sizes (large selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Halloween Costumes * Shoes CHILDREN’S PlAY AREA! ^9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (nghtonM37) CE 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 [I Hours: Mon 4 Wed 10-7pm. Tues , Thurs 4Fn 10-6pm. 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Assistant Superintendent Pat Koezc reported at the Sept. 9 school board meet­ ing that results just received from the state are heartening especially since some of the scores are from new tests. Koezc says, “there is a tremendous opportunity to work with our students scor­ ing at the moderate level. We have seen continued im­ provement in this area.” But because some tests are new it is not possible to compare this year’s scores with previ­ ous results. She noted that the new science test shows improve­ ment which may be due to the elimination of an “ex­ periment piece.’’ The fourth and eighth grade math tests are also nothing like previ­ ous tests. “Reading is essen­ tial in these test and they are very analytical. Our students arc becoming critical think­ ers.” Come Join Us!I! KINGDOM KIPS Who? - K-6th grades What? - Wednesday Night Kids' Clubs Where? - Alaska Baptist Church 7240 65th Street Caledonia, MI 49316 When? - September 15th, 2002 6:30 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. Also featuring 7th-12th. Got questions? Need a ride? Call (616) 695-5104 dents who leave the district and whose records are not requested to be transferred. Koeze is working with the district s technology special­ ist Kevin Briggs to see if the way these numbers are re­ ported is adding to the dis­ crepancy. Standard and Poors lists a 4.1 drop out rate. Koeze is also not sure how alternative education students are counted. According Standard and Poors the districts operating expenditures of $6,620 are moderately below the state average of $7,381. Of this amount $4009 per student is spent on instruction, again www ses.standardandpoors. com. The report reviews below the state average. The administrative expen­ everything from test results, number of disadvantaged ditures of $607 per student students, operating expendi­ are well below the state av­ erage of $918. Of these ex­ tures and more. penses only 41.4 percent are * In at least one area, the spent on central administra­ district disputes the findings. tion, 10 percent below the The school district lists a state average. one percent drop out rate. This is the rate from stu- Staff will be analyzing test results and working to improve them. Work continues on the state report card w hich was to have been available in December but is being de­ layed to allow districts to comment on the criteria. Standard and Poors has released its latest report card for the district. Some of the results are very positive for the district with a quality education being provided at a cost lower that the state and peer group average. The results of this report Exceptional students like high schoolers Jennifer Piccard and Kyle Fletke are part of the reason for the good grades in a recent "Report Card" issued by Standard and Poors for the Thornapple Kellogg school district. They attended the 2002 Rotary Lead­ ership Camp this year Freeport Fun Day set for Sept. 28 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When the residents of Freeport plan a day of com­ munity fun. they really mean it. Residents will be found eating, playing basketball. Eating, pushing bales of hay and eating all day on Satur- See us for fall savings 1J ♦ Residential ♦ Commercial ♦ Light Industrial ... come and see how beautiful your room can be! CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S E (M-37) • Caledonia Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 IMMNI FAX 616/891-9025 day. Sept. 28. Food, fun, tractors for young and old, sports and even a treasure hunt are part of this year's Freeport Fun Day on Sept. 28. The dining area at the Freeport community center will be full of good smells from the beginning of the Pancake Breakfast spon­ sored by the fire department at 7 a.m. through the lunch created with care by the Freeport United Brethren Church at 11 a.m. and end­ ing with the lasagna dinner prepared by Welcome Cor­ ners and the members of the Freeport business Associa­ tion. Fun day is sponsored by the Freeport Business Asso­ ciation. Money raised goes to support community pro­ jects. For the athletically minded there are the softball tournament, the three on three basketball tournament with its shooting and slam dunk contests. This year there will even be a hay bale rolling contest at 4:30 p.m. For information about the softball tournament on the ball field call Richard Kunde at 765-5338. The registration for AB Hoops will begin at 8 a.m. at the park. There will be a 2 ball shooting contest and Studio or on location slam dunk contest following beginning at 5:30 p.m. Any three person teams interested in registering for the hay bale rolling contest can call Jon and colleen Smelker at 765-8481. Kids games from 11 a m. to 1 p.m. will share the com­ munity center lawn with a craft show. Ace Gun Shop will host paint ball fun. The Freeport District Li­ brary has created a treasure hunt for children with regis­ tration taking place in the morning at the library. The car show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. returns with trophies and fun to down­ town. Fun Day visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite. The Freeport Historical Society is bringing back their quilt show and will See Fun Day, page 9 East Town Homes Middleville's Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? 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Pictured are TAEF Board Member Diane Weatherhead (left), Carveth Village Activity Director Melinda Brundage (center) and Director of Resident Serv­ ices Jillian Stoddard (right). Paul F. McCarty CALEDONIA Paul F. McCarty, age 74. of Caledonia passed away Sunday, September 15, 2002 after losing his battle with cancer. Paul served our country dunng WWI1 as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He was preceded in death in by his son, Paul S. McCarty; his daughter, Karen S. Luther and his brother, Jim McCarty. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Margaret; his children, Dennis & Sherri McCarty, Paula & Jaime Gipe, Beth & Tim Smith. Linda Hulin; 14 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; his sisters. Verna Mabec, Ellen McCarty, Alice Benton, Clare! Marsman and many nieces & nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DcGraaf Funeral Home in Caledonia. Interment will be at Irving Township Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home in Caledonia. Wendell and Lucille Long of Caledonia; brother-in-law, Tom and Gloria Anderson of Kentwood; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Steven was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was the Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. CaU 945-9554. Allie Smith’s vegetable stand returns to Fun Day. The CHUMS will satisfy the need for sweets at their bake sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the hall way of the com­ munity center. For more information about Freepor\ Fun Day call Judy Jackson at 765-3100. TK Band Boosters to meet Oct. 7 A Thornapple Kellogg quart and pint jars and vol­ Schools’ Band Booster unteers for the show. For more information or meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday. Oct. 7, at the jars, contact tkbandbooster(a hotmail.com or high school band room. The main item of discus­ call Cathy Dufresne at 945sion will be the upcoming 1461. craft show. Still needed are Desert S tin Tanning^ Jan Humwlt Huwi tnaved fa Dfieif San Hail 4 7antny. (McGHttny new and Meftenh Call 269-795-4254 S: J’ J' S; rm THORNAPPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION r Steven Wendell Long CALEDONIA - Steven Wendell Long, age 51, of Caledonia, passed away Friday. Sept. 20, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 31 years. Sue; two sons. Todd and Brett Long, both of Caledonia; is parents. All day long free horse and wagon rides will be available. Tickets for the duck race. 50 50 raffle and television give away will be sold all day. The drawings take place at 6 p.m. Book sales will tempt readers at the Freeport Dis­ trict Library and at the His­ torical Society. have a book signing for author Jerry Morton whose book The Sound of Words is about the Freeport News and Clarksville Record. Judy Rabor DeGroote will also have her books to sign on the lawn at Union Bank. The historical society is also sponsoring souvenir photos. They will be taken on the lawn of the bank as well. This year’s one day only postal cancellation fea­ tures the Masonic Temple which is now home to the historical society. Cancellations are avail­ able at the Freeport Post Of­ fice on Saturday morning only from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Most events take place in downtown Freeport, at the park or near the community center. The tractor pulls will be at Howard and Judy Smith's farm. Weigh-in for the real tractors begins at noon with the pulls beginning at 2 p.m. But a tradition last seen in Freeport in 1985 returns with the pedal pull for chil­ dren 4 years to 11 years old. The pedal pull will also be held at the farm beginning at 1 p.m. The parade will begin lin­ ing up at Fighter Road at 1 p.m. It will step off at 2 p.m. All veterans are invited to ride in the parade on the Veterans Float created by the historical society. “We hope all veterans take this opportunity to be recognized whether they grew up in Freeport or now live here." Colleen Smclku atyt owner of Long Masonry. Funeral services for Steven will be held Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002 at 11 a.m. at Caledonia United Methodist Church. 250 Vine Street, Caledonia. In lieu of flowers the fam­ ily suggests memorial con­ tributions be made to American Legion. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraff Funeral Home. Caledonia. TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Sept. 25 Sloppv Joe on a bun or taco salad dbr.. baked beans, cinnamon apple slices, milk. Thursday. Sept. 26 Chicken nuggets w/breadstick or two meat and cheese sub, California blend, pineapple, milk. 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Offer not valid on Visa cards, 6 months notes, mortgages, or revolving credit loans.) Credit Unions’ 202 E. Woodlawn Ave. P.O. Box 289 Hastings, Ml 49058-0289 616-948-8369 Fax 616-948-9431 NCUA KNMLNOUSaK LENDER 108 S. Grove St. P.O. Box 614 Delton, Ml 49046-0614 616-623-6700 Fax 616-623-6702 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville, Mi/September 24, 2002 Premier Travel wins Townie Award by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Premier Travel, corner of Kraft Avenue and Broad­ moor, is well known in the Caledonia area, and now it has received recognition in Grand Rapids and the sur­ rounding areas by winning the Townie Award. Not to be confused with a Tony Award, the Townies are presented by “On The Town” magazine. Premier Travel owners Dee Hudson and her hus­ band. Al. said they are pleased with the award be­ cause it is a reader's choice. “It was kind of a sur­ prise," said Dee. The business has been in the Caledonia area since 1991. Dec and Al have been residents of Caledonia for the past 29 years. They are assisted in their endeavors by six employees including inside agents Cari DeCoeur and Joyce Coe. Travel agents often are asked if “they’ve been there ” Wherever ‘there’ is. Dee. 54. and Al. 55. along with their crew, often take FAM trips. FAM stands for familiarization trips. Their sons, Todd. 28. and Scott. 26. also help out with these trips. They try not to dupli­ cate FAM trip destinations so that travel time and loca­ tions are maximized. So yes, one of them probably has been there. Premier Travel agents also are specialized. For in­ stance. Al is the scuba ex­ pert (he’s been to many ex­ otic places), but several of the agents are divers as well. They also take specialization classes, including “destina­ tion specialists." and cur­ rently. spa specialization. They like the global scuba adventures. They’ve even taken a group on a “Great White Shark" diving trip in South Africa (they dived in cages). They can often tell you who to dive with, who’s the safest operator and who has the best live aboard dive accommodations, among other important information. For cruises, which is a big part of their business, one of them has cruised about any line that can be named. “You try to hit all the lines." said Dee. “You can’t visit every ship, but you can tell them. When NCL has their Chocoholic buffet, this is what you're going to see’.” Don't think being a travel agent is all fun and games, though. They can’t just kick back, lounge around and en­ joy the whole trip. They also have to keep up to date on what’s going on in the area of travel, what each line or trip has to offer, etc. A pro­ spective client doesn’t want to hear. “Oh yeah. I went on that trip, the deck chairs are really comfy." Clients want to know what’s available, what shows to see. what to steer clear of — you name it. they want to know it. Hudson speculates that It's Harvest Time 902 E. Freeport Rd., Freeport, Mich. 616-765-3310 ART BY BART'S FRIENDS Handmade gifts by local artist. SCARECROWS TO GO Kits you take home to make. WINTER SQUASH CIDER CORNSTALKS PUMPKIN BOWLING • MAPLE SYRUP ...much, much mare! OPEN SEPT. 28th thru NOV. Is Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tons and Tons of Pumpkins and Tons More Fall Fun! Directions: 84th St. to Whitneyuille Rd., west to 92nd or M-50, head east to Hastings Rd., 3 miles south to E. Freeport Rd. the South Pacific trips, such as Australia. Palau and Ta­ hiti. are popular right now because of what is happen­ ing in the east “The w est is a fairly safe place to be." she said. “We do it all. We sell air­ plane tickets, we sell tram packages, rail packages. Be­ cause of 9-11. a lot of peo­ ple are staying domestic. We re seeing some people who don’t want to fly right now and they’ll do land packages, like to Disney or the east coast," explained Hudson. “Las Vegas is an­ other destination that is huge. People will go out there for a couple days. It’s kind of America's adult playground," she said with a smile. Dee and Al started the business because Dee was having so much fun plan­ ning trips for an antique car club they used to belong to. Dee's passion is traveling. “I was taking these groups and I thought if. ‘If I’m doing this for fun, why not do this as a profession.” Premier Travel isn’t just a local mom and pop shop confined to Caledonia and Middleville. They have cus­ tomers in such far away places as Europe and Indo­ nesia. They also have a lot of military customers. They do a lot of business on the internet via their website www.premiertravelinc.com. They have also received the Winners Circle Award for the last five years from Carnival Cruise Lines. An award that has strict guide lines for winning. When Dee goes on a Trip N Tour FAM trip and educa­ tional program, other agents groan. Trip N Tour is one of the few companies that con­ ducts a test at the end of their trip. Dee has always re­ ceived 100% on the test, a feat she’s proud of. “There’s classes every day and you take notes. At the end of the trip, there’s a test. This is the only vendor that truly tests you.” As for the Townie Award, Al and Dee Hudson, longtime residents of Caledonia, own and operate Premier Travel. Don’t expect their chair seats to get too warm. They and their employees are often away on trips learning about travel destina­ tions to help make clients’ vacations nice. “We owe our thanks to the readers of (On the Town) magazine for voting us this award.” said Hudson, who, by the way. snagged the Gold category award. She also pointed out that there were several other winners in the immediate area, among them. Contempo Salon (gold). Dutton Auto Body Shop Inc. (gold), Swierenga Jeweler (gold). Country Town. Floral and Gifts (silver), Wiltzes (sil­ ver), Dutton General Store (silver) and D&W - various locations (gold). Why do Premier Travel owners and employees take all these trips, spend all this time, learn all this informa­ tion? . “The investment in time . and cost makes us better." said Dec. "If you’re going to take the time away from the office, to go check these places out. you need to come back wiser than when you left, or it’s not effective Not an effective use of your time." For more information about Premier Travel or any of the services that they of­ fer, contact them at 616554-031 1, email at ptcdee(a aol.com or fax them at 616-554-0393. ALL OUR HOMES COME WITH A WARRANTY! BUYINC OR SELLING - WE'VE COT YOU COVERED! 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J • We buy homes, land A Estates Hassle Froe! * *1rirtlr***1r1r1r**1r1r*1t*1r*1r1rt***1r1r*1r1r1r1r SEWING NW SAW COUNTY Nt AllfGAN COUNTY > SOUTMtBN K£NT COUNTY Office <*16> 795-4252 <610* 792-9974 Fa* (616, 792-232* 3 Si* PATTY KOVAL Broke r/Owner E-mail pkovaJOgrarxom dll �The Sun and News. Middleville. M(/September 24, 2002/Page 11 Top of 0-K Blue tough on TK eagers Belding and Byron Center both came to the gym against the Trojans with only one loss, and both teams finished the week 5-1 overall. Against Belding last Thursday the Trojans took a 29-27 halftime lead into the locker room, but were outscored 33-20 in the second half. The Trojans only trailed by 6 going into the fourth quarter, but Belding stepped up their defensive pressure . Belding ran five guards against the Trojans at times and TK coach Marcy Uyl said that it the Belding pres­ sure “affected our guards more than it should have. Wc became complacent in­ stead of digging in to get the win.” Uyl did say that it was nice to sec her post players do well, maybe now they can find some consistency. Senior center Stacey VandcrWcrp led the Trojans with 15 points and 8 re­ bounds against the smaller Belding squad. TK's Megan Dutcher (12) tries to drive through the Chanda Brice and Whit­ ney Robertson both added 8 Bulldogs' defense in the Trojans’ loss to Byron Center points in the losing effort. last Tuesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Tuesday Sept. 17 Uyl said “very good Byron Center that her girls just ran into a team, and we just didn’t do See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing well either.” and all vour printing needs. “We couldn't get going.” 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., VanderWcrp and Jessica Flaska both scored 6 for the Hastings. Trojans in the 82-32 loss at At the gray barn home against Byron Center. TK hosts two Blue matches this week. Tuesday Sept. 24 the girls will be looking to give the Hamilton Hawkeyes their first taste of what it s like to visit Mid­ dleville during homecoming week. Then on Thursday Sept. 26 the Trojans get an­ other one of the top O-K Blue contenders. Coopers­ ville. Ontuij^ Area student to lead organization at Hope Sara Huff, a Hope Col­ Womens Issues organiza­ lege senior and a graduate of tion. She has been a resident Thornapple Kellogg High assistant and has been School, has been appointed named to the dean’s list as the leader of the Sacred well. Huff is the daughter of Dance group for the 2002Karen Reil of Wayland and 2003 academic year. While attending Hope. 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Hastings City Bank �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/September 24. 2002 Students take part in ‘Day of Caring’ by Patricia Johns Putting on this plastic tubing is harder than it looks. Staff Writer Two classes of students from the Thornapple Kel­ logg Middle school and 20 student athletes from TK High School completed “Day of Caring*' projects in the community. The middle school stu­ dents in the careers class taught by Marcy Uyl worked at the Crane Road Recreation Area on the ball fields. Some collected trash, oth­ ers added 200 feet of plastic tubing around a bali diamond fence. Some cleaned out the storage shed and still others helped clear weeds from the base lines. Mike Bremer. Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission program direc- Mike Bremer (left) and teacher Marcy Uyl talked to the students before they started their tasks. Uyl explained that community service is an important element of their future lives. tor, told the students how much their help will mean to making it easier in the spring to get the program up and running. "The weeds you get out now won't be there to plague us next spring," he said. The student athletes worked at Camp Algonquin, moving in docks and prepar­ ing the camp for winter. Both groups joined up at noon for lunch at the camp. Students had an opportu­ nity to try out the climbing wall and ropes course before returning to school. Before joining their work crews, the students had at­ tended the United Way kick­ off breakfast at the Barry County Expo Center. They heard long distance swim­ mer Jim Dreyer discuss why he has challenged the Great Lakes and how his personal efforts have helped local charities, including Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Lam Forbes, director of the Barry County United Way, said she was pleased to have students participate this year and hopes more area schools will take part in the "Day of Caring" next year. Cleaning out the shed was a group effort The ground was so hard and dry pulling weeds was difficult. Rotary spaghetti dinner is Oct. 25 The Middleville Rotary Club once again is getting ready for its annual spa­ ghetti dinner, which is scheduled for 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at the Thor­ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ ♦ ♦ 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME ♦ Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M~37in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. napple Kellogg High School cafeteria. Tickets are on sale by the Rotarians or at the door for $5 each. The Rotary spaghetti dinner has become one of Mid­ dleville’s fall traditions for more than 25 years. During that time the money raised by the Rotarians has been used for scholarships for graduates of Thornapple Kellogg High School. More than $38,000 has helped 57 TK grads in their pursuit of higher education. The menu has not varied much since the inception of the dinner. Local Rotary President Lee Zachman said a specially prepared spa­ ghetti sauce (a secret recipe) highlights the meal, complete with garlic toast, cole slaw, milk or coffee. As an added treat, the Rotarians also offer homemade pics. “As has been the custom, the Rotarians offer children 12 years of age and under a free ticket to the dinner when accompanied by an adult. This allows the whole family to cat out for $10,” Zachman said. PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL \nTV?i|hTE Your Smile The First Thing People See! SlQ/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available * DOZER WORK DON S DOZING 616-795-7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING-SAND GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA. MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKS: SHELBYVILLE, BRADLEY HOPKINS, WAYLAND A DORR AREAS �The Sun and News. M»ddleviHe. Ml/September 24. 2002/Page 13 Trojan gridders lose lead, more Planners try to deal with erosion players in 24-21 loss to Belding problems near Jasonville Farms Belding took the lead with a minute left in the game and held the Trojans on their final drive to earn a 24-21 win. The Trojans led by a touchdown in the third quar­ ter. but couldn't stop Beld­ ing from adding a field goal at the end of the third quar­ ter and a TD late in the fourth. TK led 7-0 after an 11yard run by Chad Baragar and Darrin Tape’s extra point, but Belding came right back to tie it with a long TD drive. Then there was a “crucial interception” according to TK head coach Tim Penfield. Not only did it lead to Beldings’ second TD and a 14-7 lead, but another Tro­ jan injury. In the melee of the inter­ ception return Baragar re­ ceived a gouge in his throw­ ing arm from a Belding hel­ met snap that took 12 stitches to close. Penfield said he doesn't anticipate Baragar to play in the homecoming game this Friday against Hamilton. Junior quarterback Eldridge again did a good job of leading the Trojan offense like he did in their victory at Caledonia. Penfield said that his team “played our best four quar­ ters of the year." against Belding. “Belding's a very good team, and we went toe to toe with them for four quarter" Nine different Trojans missed action in the game due to injury. 8 of them didn't play at all. The experienced Trojan backfield that started the season could all miss this weeks game. Penfield said that Scott Brooks is done for the season. Kyle Farris is still nursing a sore ankle, and Baragar with the gouge in his arm. The Trojans are also with out senior right guard Bryan Winchester for a couple of weeks. So last Friday the Trojans were joined by a couple of Sophomores. Adam Loveless led the TK ground attack in his first game with the var­ sity. rushing 19 times for 41 yards. Penfield also brought up lineman Danny Thomp­ son. TK tied the game up be­ hind Eldridge, who hit Justin VanSpronsen with a 32-yard TD pass before halftime. Then, in the third quarter. Eldridge got the lead back for the Trojans with a 27yard quarterback keeper and Tape's extra point made it 21-14 Trojans. Friday at 7 o'clock the 40 TK hosts the Hamilton Hawkeyes but Penfield said he’s pretty optimistic. “They haven’t faced the competi­ tion we have." The Trojans will be focusing on stopping Hamilton running back Dus­ tin Smith who caught a cou­ ple of touchdowns in the Hawkeyes’ win against Cal­ vin Christian last Friday. Scot suffer another shutout, look to lowly Saxons Friday Caledonia football coach Tom Burrill said that his Fighting Scots did just about everything they wanted to do last Friday night, except the obvious. 1'hey held South Christian to under 20 points. The offense controlled the ball. The Scots only turned the ball over once. “It was closer than 19-0, but they made plays when they had to." Caledonia moved the ball down into the South end many times, but just couldn't punch it in. A couple of times crucial penalties stalled Scot drives in the first half. A long pass down to the South 5-yard line was brought back after a Scots lineman was flagged for be- ing down field. Another time Caledonia drove the ball to the Sailors’ 30 where an offside penalty pushed the Scots into a third and long. The Scots lone turn over came two plays after Angel Castillo took the pigskin for a 68-yard ride from the Caledonia 22 all the way down to the South 10. “We need to work on cut­ ting down on mental mis­ takes,” said Burrill. He also said that his “D played very well. We hit hard and tackled well.” Jim Haisma's great effort led the Saxon defense with 15 tackles, and Corey Kilmartin did a fantastic job filling in for injured senior captain Greg Jousma at end and linebacker said Burrill. As did 6-2 250 lb junior Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. noseguard Chad Frisbie. The Sailors converted a third-and-long and a fourthand-U into their first half touchdowns. An 11-yard pass from Rob White to Joe Skinner and a 27-yarder from White to Danny Brown. Castillo completed 5 of 10 passes for 79 yards, with­ out Jousma who’s been one of the Scots’ leading receiv­ ers so far this season. Burrill said that Jousma was at about 70% last Friday, and it is not known if he will be back this week. Castillo led the Scots’ ground attack as well, run­ ning 9 times for 65 yards. The loss drops Caledo­ nia’s record to 1-3. With a 1-1 mark in the O-K Gold This Friday night at 7 o’clock the Scots will be looking to make it a happy homecoming when they host conference foe Hastings. The Saxons are 0-4 this season after falling in their homecoming game last week to Wyoming Park. In the matchup of last seasons O-K Gold Co-Champions. Wyoming Park won 32-20. AREAAA, ALANON MEETINGS ; Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a nt; Wednesdays 5:30 p m. and Saturdays 10 am. Open Discussion Meeting (AlAnon meets Tuesday and I hursday at noon J 9964 Cherry Valiev #3, Caledo­ nia CcJitact Jem R at 43 /9452. Monday, Wednesday. Friday, noon, 9669 Kraf. Ave . Holy . Family Church AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The commercial area of Jasonville Farms moved ahead Sept. 9 with site plan approval for a new D & W grocery that will move across M-37 from the Cale­ donia Village Centre. Don Charlotte, manager of construction, and Jim Milanowski. engineer for the D & W’ project represented the supermarket chain. Milanowski said Super Value and Space Source had pur­ chased the commercial prop­ erty where D & W would be located earlier this year. Several agencies had given official approval for various aspects of the D & W portion of the plan. Documentation included a landscaping plan, construc­ tion plans, lighting plan. Kent County Road Commis­ sion approvals, with a traffic analysis study from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and an analysis by Township Engineer Randy Wilcox. A signal light might be needed in the future at the | intersection of the private Meadowview Road in the Jasonville residential develI opment. according to the traffic study. Meadowview Road is located across from the village property and sewer treatment plant. This would create a demand for a I light very close to 92nd Street, where a traffic light is desired by many township and village residents. A 300-foot turn lane from the north and a 250-foot right turn lane from the south would be constructed at the intersection coopera­ tively with the MDOT. Driveway openings have been approved, it was said. No entries would come off from the north-south road which lead to the condos to the commercial area. The Meadows condos would ; have another access off Meadowview Lane Jasonville is a court or­ dered development. The commercial area was then to exist at the southern end of the property along M-37. Milanowski said the com­ mercial area will be con­ structed to comply not only with the C-2 standards of 1993. but with present day C-2 zoning in the township. Water mains are located along Meadow view Lane and north into Jasonville Farms. There is an existing stub to interconnect with the condos to create a looped system. The sanitary sewer ex­ tends to Meadowview Road on the west side of M-37. Milanowski said the storm sewer was "the tricki­ est part." because of the to­ pography. An agreement was made for a joint ease­ ment with a relocated basin that would accommodate the additional impervious sur­ faces created in the condo area and the commercial ar­ eas. He said the relocated central storm water deten­ tion at the south of the condo project had the capac­ ity to handle storm water for both areas. He said even six to eight acres to the west of M-37 would drain into the detention area in coopera­ tion with the township or village. Milanowski said issues regarding storm water sedi­ mentation problems down stream were not originating on Jasonville Farms. He said every step had to be ap­ proved by the Drain Com­ missioner. Instead, he pointed to erosion from ar­ eas to the south of the devel­ opment which he said were equal in acreage to Jason­ ville Farms, and claimed erosion into the river must have come from that loca­ tion. "We have been doing all these agencies have asked us to do," he said. "We are con­ trolling our storm water." He said Wilcox had reviewed the infrastructure and told the commissioners there were check dams in the ra­ vines. approved by the De­ partment of Environmental Quality (DEQ) designed to catch any sedimentation. He claimed that because con­ struction was going on in Ja­ sonville. everyone thought the problem was occurring there. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said he wanted to table the request for more time to have a consultant review the checklist point by point to be sure all the parts of the process were covered and all major issues had been ad­ dressed. and to save time be­ cause if the commission re­ views each point, it may take longer than the appli­ cants wanted. Warner men tioned items like safety, ero­ sion. fire, utilities and light ing. Milanowski said he thought the check list could be approved by W’ilcox. as it had been in the past. He asked the commissioners for feedback to indicate areas where points might be missed. Commissioner W'ally Bu jak mentioned the sedimcn tation going into the Thor nappie River, the township’s most prominent natural re­ source. He said the flood plains in the ravines were completely filled with sand. "These dams have failed," he said, and a delta was forming in the river. He challenged the Kent County Road Commission approvals that indicate the erosion and sedimentation problems had been resolved. He said he wanted to go to the DEQ to come up with a workable so­ lution to the problem. He said that if the town­ ship engineer approved this, he would also challenge him on this matter and "to show that these check dams arc working and that this devel­ opment is not going to in­ crease the problems cur.- See erosion, page 15 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/September 24. 2002 Developers win master plan amendment on M-37 by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission agreed, in a 5-2 vote Sept. 9, to change a portion of the master plan, which is only two years old. The vote came after a re­ quest by Jim Steketee, who has been working toward developing a piece of prop­ erty on the cast side of M37, which he originally be­ lieved would best be used for industrial and commer­ cial property, due to the air traffic from the north. Dur­ ing the master planning process. Steketee expressed a desire for that area to be zoned accordingly, based on airport impact. The township has been in­ stalling public utilities to supply the kind of commer­ cial development expected to be attracted to the M-6 in­ terchange in the north part of the township. Since then. Steketee has decided high density resi­ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Please be advised that the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public bearing at 7 00 PM . Tuesday October 1. 2002 The purpose is to obtain pubic comments on a proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) presented by Visser Development Inc /DEO LLC This proposal includes commercial uses as well as apartments condominiums and single family resi­ dential uses The site is located on Highway M-37 (west side) between Greg s Get It N Go and Middteviha (formerly known as 'Town Square’) The property is identified as parcels #41-022022 00, 41-022-023-00. 41 -022-024-00 and 41-105-002. contain ing 49 acres ol land more or less Any persons wishing to review information regarding the pro posed development may do so at Village offices. 100 E Mam Street Middleville 9 00 AM -5 00 PM Monday through Friday 1he public hearing may be attended by any interested person The Planning Commission invites any interested person to attend and provide spoken or written comments regarding the proposed devel­ opment Ray Peters. Secretary Planning Commission dential housing, which would be enabled because of the public utilities, would be a better use for part of his property. This is also in part due to the hills and ravines there, and due to changed air traffic patterns from the air­ port. He said he had made an error in what he initially thought the property was best suited for. Steketee has returned to the Planning Commission three or more times to dis­ cuss various proposals infor­ mally. once with a plan for residential densities as high as ten units per acre in some parts of a mixed use com­ munity. Apartment com­ plexes were resisted strongly in favor of privately owned condos by nearby residents. Steketee and developer Bob Deppe since have mod­ erated their plans and on Sept. 9 were only asking for residential use on one part of the parcel. Other parts, zoned for industrial and commercial use, are not at present being asked to be re­ zoned. Also, since the commis­ sion approved the master plan, much residential single family housing has grown up south and east of Steketees property, in spite of the proximity of the air­ port. These residents now would like a transitional VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please be notified that the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia. Kent County, Michigan, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday. October 1, 2002, at 7 00 p m for the pur­ pose of considering a request by SBC/Ameritech to amend a previously granted special land use permit The original special use permit allowed construction of a 1,428-square-foot sin­ gle story addition to the existing telephone equipment building located at 298 East Main Street in Caledonia The proposed amendment would modify the height of the required screen wall by two feet and alter the species of the required tree plantings from white pine to Norway or Colorado spruce The meeting will be held in the meeting room ot the Caledonia Village/Township Center at 250 South Maple Street in the Village of Caledonia All interested parties are invited to attend A copy of the special use application and proposed site plans are on file and are available for review at the Village offices. 250 South Maple Street, during normal business hours Al Niles, Chairman Village of Caledonia Planning Commission 347 residential area between them and the industrial and commercial area. Reservations about the concerns of neighboring residents wanting a buffer zone and over the sensitive terrain have also been ex­ pressed by the planning commissioners. Amendments to the mas­ ter plan are usually made in accordance with rezoning requests that actually help implement the transition from previous uses and uses anticipated in the master plan. It appears that these concerns were weighed in the commissioners' decision in favor of changing the master plan, in spite of not wanting to set a precedent. The proposal brought Sept. 9 by Steketee and Deppe asked for amending the general development plan from highway commer­ cial to high density residen­ tial. east of a highway com­ mercial band along M-37. This plan reconfigured the original zoning, changing the commercial proportion from 1200 feet deep to about 300 feet. A general sketch of the latest layout was brought. Deppe said they were aware this was not a request for site plan ap­ proval. but was only submit­ ted to get feedback from the commission. The area involved in the proposed change comprised 49.67 acres. Though the lay­ out was similar to previous plans, this one featured 4.4 housing units per acre. High density is generally defined as four units per acre in the township, and that density will be determined by the Planning Commission. The only exception is for mixed use, manufactured/ and mo­ bile home housing, which allows up to 6.2 units per acre. Higher densities are al­ ready allowed in some areas of the township, thus ex­ empting the township from providing such densities to all areas. Two family dwellings were planned for a transi­ tional area next to the single family homes now built up to the east of the property off Cherry Valley Avenue. Two major wetlands had been defined at the bottom of the ravines by the DEQ. A walking trail was being laid out near this area, over a utility easement and access. The developer hoped this could be connected with the proposed Lepard Park to the south. Deppe showed a similar condo project being con­ structed in Byron Center. He said the project, though with 7.5 units per acre, was simi­ lar in style to what would be built in Caledonia. Each of the units would have a front and back door at ground level, and situated under its own roof, with only shared walls between units. He said 50 similar condo units in Byron Center had been sold, to 24 single own­ ers. 18 married couples and only eight small families with children. Most units are one or two bedrooms and are most suited to couples. Deppe said, thus less likely to impact the schools. The average cost of a unit is around $125,000 in Byron Center. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he appreciated the response that showed the de­ veloper was listening. Developer Kevin Veiling, who created the neighboring development, commented that Deppe had done more to address residents' concerns than had been expected, and they were "tickled to death" that apartments were taken out of the plan. A triangular parcel on M37 near 76th Street adjoin­ ing this one is not owned by Steketee. He said it was not wanted, given the configura­ tion. the steep grades and setbacks. Making the parcels function would be difficult and expensive. Commission Chairman Archie Warner asked if buffering would be put in on the north side of the residen­ tial area. Wooded areas al­ ready exist. Deppe said. An existing steel commer­ cial building on the property is being used by tenant busi nesses. Commissioners feel it is not suited foi the future uses planned for the prop­ erty, and would be detrimen­ tal to the character of the de­ velopment. Steketee was reluctant to tear it down in the near fu­ ture. though some day it would at least be remodeled, he said. Remodeling would be related to the rate of suc­ cess of the project. Steketec later said he would agree to a threshold of 50 percent oc­ cupancy as a point at which he would remove the metal building. Rezomng to allow greater density also would be dealt with in the future, but Continued next page PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT PLANNING COMMISSION MASTER PLAN Notice is hereby given that the Village of Freeport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 10. 2002 at 7:00 pm, in the Village Hall, located at 200 South State Street, Freeport, Michigan, to hear citizens comments regarding the adoption of a master plan for the physical development of the village, including accompanying maps, charts and descriptive matter showing the planning commission s reccomendations tor the development of the village The master plan may be inspected at the Village Library local ed in the Freeport community Center during normal library hours All interested persons are requested to attend the public hearing or write to the Planning commission at the above address regarding your concerns or approval September 19, 2002 Bob Carpenter, Secretary Village of Freeport Planning Commission Barry County, Michigan CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET FOR 2003 FISCAL YEAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please be notified that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Caledonia Kent. County Michigan writ hold a pubfcc hearing on Tuesday October 1. 2002 at 7 30 p m or soon thereafter for the purpose of considering a variance request by SBC/Amentech to con­ struct an 8 foot-high screen wall m association with the telephone equipment Ouwing locat­ ed at 298 East Mam Street m Caledonia The request would exceed by two feet the avowed height for screen wails and fences m the Village The meeting win be held in the meeting room of the Caledonia VWage/Township Center at 250 South Maple Street m the Village of Caledonia Afi interested parties are rivited to attend A copy of the variance application ana proposed site plans are on fie and are avail­ able tor review at the Village offices, 250 South Maple Street dunng normal busmess hours. Chris Clark. Chairman PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township ot Caledonia will hold a public heanng on October 17, 2002, at 7:00 pm at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 South Mapie Street Caledonia. Michigan to near and consid­ er comments regarding the proposed Township budget for the January 1, 2003. through December 31. 2003, fiscal year A copy of the proposed budget is available tor public inspec tion at the Caledonia Township and Vdiage Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan dunng Township business hours The property tax millage rates proposed to be levied to sup­ port the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Afl interested persons may attend the public heanng and be heard with respect to the pro­ posed budget and the proposed property tax millage rates This notice is given pursuant to Act 43 of the Pubic Acts of Michigan of 1963 (Second Extra Session), as amended Dated September 12, 2002 Village of Caledonia Zoning Board of Appeals 346 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/September 24. 2002/Page 15 "Common sense and of consideration, and it sense. He stated he favored made, and he was open to uses it was zoned for," he From previous page sticking to or guns is pretty should be done only if felt to changing the commercial suggestions about how the said. Koopmans said residents important for our commu­ be in the best interests of the depth originally set in the density could be cut further changing the master plan to and still have a good project. allow high density residen­ were not in favor of high nity. It wasn't how it was community. He said the plan master plan. "What Bob and I want to "Twelve hundred feet tial in the area would set the densities for Caledonia, zoned. We can t readjust the could be modified as things do is stay in line with the stage for a future request to ‘something we all agreed master plan every time change, as proposals were back doesn't make sense." someone thinks there is a brought. He said with a pro­ Mike Mercier asked price line we have,... with increase densities, Township to." posal like this at the time of Steketee if he would want to the quality of people" (like Koopmans said he was better use." Planner Dave Zylstra said. Koopmans said hodge­ the master planning process, amend the master plan if the those who bought condos in Warner said he was in fa­ afraid that courts would not vor of the residential use respect denials of such re­ podge planning creates perhaps the plan would have density remained at four Byron Center.) He acknowledged the come out differently. units per acre. Mercier sug­ serving as a transition zone quests if amendments had problems down the road. Warner pointed out gested considering the work invested in the master Parent said this was the next to single family homes once been made. "If you to the east. He liked com­ give in to one, how can you first request for a major changing the master plan did amount of acres devoted to plan and his own error in amendment to the master not approve an increase in various kinds of uses as a promoting industrial zoning mercial uses planned along say no to another?" He was especially op­ plan in eight years and said the definition of high den­ guideline for allocating vari­ in that area. M-37. Reducing the depth of Mercier moved to amend the commercial strip also posed to increasing housing that the decision "could sity. He said the master plan ous kinds of uses. was a living document and Steketee said he didn't the master plan to high den­ would discourage the con­ densities. He said the idea of open the floodgates." Zylstra said amending the the commission needs to know. He said a ton of con­ sity residential for that por­ struction of "big box stores" increased densities had been in the area. With Meijer’s resisted by the majority of master plan should take a lot make the choices that make cessions had already been tion of the parcel. expected to be built in the residents during the master area, more of this type of planning process. He said commercial use was not increasing densities was al­ ways something the devel­ thought to be needed. the surrounding area and about it. It's making a mess." tion. such as from the fire rently going on here." Commissioner Duane opers would demand. He Commissioner Ric Parent chief might speed up the "Just because someone from other ravines in the suggested the long term im ­ Gunnink favored the rezon­ moved to table the matter process, they told him. designed a system, and it is system." pacts from high density Planning Commissioner ing for that reason, and be­ Commissioner Don and to review the checklist in place, and someone re­ cause the residential units housing should be under­ viewed it, and the township Koopmans said the addi­ later during a work session, Wally Bujak later stressed the importance of finding offered a buffer zone that stood. did. it doesn't mean the sys­ tional runoff from the im­ which was agreed to by the "I think this is a major satisfied the neighbors. He tem designed then is cur­ pervious surfaces create commission. Warner said solutions to drainage prob­ said condos arc actually bet­ change." rently working. These sys­ greater amounts of water in the site plan review commit­ lems. He said DAW was in­ Soon the whole commu­ ter built and better main­ tems are not working," he a heavy rain event. This tee would look at the request heriting sedimentation prob­ tained than single family nity will have higher densi­ said. "Its a very serious mat­ causes natural materials to which might require a con­ lems that have continued to homes because of the stan­ ties where there is sewer and ter." persist since development at wash away when they didn't sultant's opinion. dards and restrictions at­ water, he said. He gave ex­ Milanowski said he be­ Jasonville began. He said it Milanowski claimed it previously. He said the ero­ tached. He liked the fact the amples of impacts, such as was not the people currently sion did not occur until after lieved the plans were com­ was not accurate to blame plan would save all the wet­ increased traffic, lowered involved in the development Jasonville Farms began con­ plete and the points of the these problems on adjacent lands and ravines and a lot over-all age of residents, and who were responsible. He struction. site plan had been met. but landowners. lowered average income. of the trees on the property. "We have to be concerned obtaining more documenta­ pointed to "other players in Commissioners Ric Par­ ent and Don Koopmans were not in favor of setting a precedent by amending the master plan, thereby encour­ aging other developers to ask to amend the plan too. in order to move forward on other intense development plans of their own design. Koopmans said there would be more requests for Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? 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Ml/September 24. 2002 Riding arena approved by township planners terway did not apply. by Ruth Zachary Anima) waste is now Staff Writer spread in pasture areas on The Caledonia Planning the parcel. A maximum of Commission Sept. 9. granted Tim Davis a special use per­ four animals would live on the property at any time. mit to construct a riding Davis said. Though the ex­ arena on a 20-acre parcel off isting barn already had 20 IfXMh Street. stalls, it was previously cre­ Previous questions about ated for farm use. Davis said whether the building was an he uses the space for stor­ addition to the existing barn age. or was a second structure He said there is no inten­ needed clarification. Just how the structure would tion to use the building for blend into its surroundings any commercial purpose. had been asked by township The use is excluded in the RR zone. In addition, the officials so it was returned to the Planning Commission covenant applying to the Sept. 9. The existing build­ parcel will allow no com­ mercial use, and no com­ ing and the new structure were planned to work to­ mercial vehicles or equip­ gether as one contiguous ment. Neighbors signed a state­ unit, he said. Davis said the site loca­ ment that they did not object tion was an upland rather to the plans. The commissioners than a wetland, though it is about 500 feet from the wanted a similar restriction river, with woods as a added to the Davis deed. Deborah and Dennis Hebuffer. He said at the time of application for a building imstra also came with a permit that he would apply pending request for a special use permit to build a barn on for a soil erosion permit. Commissioner Mike Mer­ their property on Whitneycier said Chuck Dodgers ville Court, but the request from the Department of En­ was postponed again. vironmental Quality (DEQ) A soil erosion permit was said the proximity to the wa­ issued after silt screens were CUSTOM MILLWORK T & G LUMBER ? Trim Knotty Pine Stairways Custom Hardwood Floors and Installations Rock Carpet. 1-269-945-9300 installed by the Heimstras. she said. A Kent County Road permit was also is­ sued. The three horses to be brought to the property would be outside during the day. but would be in the bam at night. Manure would be composted for a threeweek period, then chipped and dried, and then would be placed in the arena, which keeps down the dust. The arena is planned to be 21 feet at the peak, with 12fool walls and the stable portion is to have 10 foot walls. Even though other homes are largely not visible from their property. Heimstra said the family had planted 75 trees and shrubs for screen­ ing over the past two months. Another kind of vegetation was planted to become a 12-foot hedge on the north property boundary, including in the wetland area, which was approved by the DEQ. These trees were to fill in places where others had failed. However, the planning commissioners said the intent of screening had not been met because the trees were too small. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said the deciduous trees planted for screening were only four inches and when larger would not provide adequate screening in the winter season. Heimstra said the type of trees had not been defined. Heimstra objected to re­ quirements for screening his barn from view when neigh­ Caledonia Education Foundation invites you to join us in welcoming... 2002 Honored Alumnus ( bors to the south did not have to screen theirs. The house is cedar with green trim, and the bam is planned to be matching. Warner questioned if ma­ terials were the same on the bam and the house, and was told they are similar, as vi­ nyl is used on part of the home. Heimstra said the commissioners had asked the "appearance" to be simi­ lar. Deb Heimstra challenged how Tim Davis' 8.000- square-foot arena was ap­ special use permit. Commissioners wanted proved and their smaller one was being objected to. How­ the split between the homes ever. this parcel has the to be completed and re­ complication of two resi­ corded. on the grounds that not more than one special dences on ten acres. A quit claim deed was is­ use building can be allowed sued showing a two-acre on one parcel. There are also split could be made on the other accessory buildings on property which has a second the site, including the ken­ home on it for a relative, so nel. but another building is that the kennel on the prop­ to be torn down. Deb Heim­ erty would remain part of stra said she would apply for the Heimstras’ building the land split. The approval process for complex. The home was originally granted under a Continued next page CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting September 18, 2002 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell, Bravata. Bujak, Rob­ ertson, Stauffer Also Present: Planner/Manager Zylstra, Utilities Admini­ strator Pierson. Pledge of Allegiance and in­ vocation was lead by Supervisor Harrison. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to remove 10A Draft Storm Water Ordinance from the agenda. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Bujak. second Harrison to add discussion of PMR Audit to agenda 10A Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, sec­ ond Stauffer to remove 5A. C. D, F, G & H from the consent agen­ da Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. MINUTES: Moved Harrison, second Bujak to amend the min­ utes of the September 4th meet­ ing to read under board officers report. Supervisor Harrison is applying for a FERK Permit from the Federal Government for the LaBarge Dam. Also under board comments: that Supervisor Har­ rison direct staff to supply Trustee Bujak with the Wilcox PMR report. Moved Harrison, second, Stauffer to approve the minutes as amended. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL TO PAY BILLS: Trustee Robertson would like a clarification on the policy of department heads spending over $2,500.00 without getting three bids. And explanation on the fire department purchase of office furniture. Trustee Bravata will look into the purchase. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to pay bills as printed. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. TREASURERS REPORT: Discussion on the Due to General Fund from fund 889 4 859 and the payback to General Fund with interest Supervisor Harrison instructed Township Manager to research through MTA for policy to charge interest and how much may be charged Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve the treasurers report as presented. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. UTILITIES REPORT: Dis­ cussion was held on the Utilities report Request to have improvements made to the Campau/Kettle Lake sewer plant. Planting of trees and a dif­ ferent light that is directed down­ ward. Discussion on Ver-Meulen and his contract, and NW water bonds Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to approve the utilities report as presented Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCE S02-5Z: HOME OCCUPATIONS: Point of order that it was not stated on the agenda that they were first reads for ordinance W02-5Z, 6Z & 7Z and that it is not appropriate for 1st reading. Ayes Cardwell, Bravata. Nays: Bujak, Harrison. Snyder, Stauffer, Robertson Discussion was held on the ordi­ nance. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to table 5 G & H; Ordinance 02-5Z and 02-6Z to review in more detail at a work session Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to reconsider the vote for 5I; Ordinance 02-7Z, approval under consent agenda Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to approve 5 I for 1st read. Nays: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to table 5 I for further discussion at a work session. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Trustee Bujak gave a report for the Planning Commission on the PMR Permit and thet it was tabled Clerk Snyde* reported that another trust fund has been received for $10,000 00 in mem­ ory of Frank & Sophia Munford from the Charles Munford trust Supervisor Harnson stated that Kent County is seeking appfi cants for committees and com missions and anyone interested may call the office CORRESPONDENCE. None GARDEN GROVE: Review was given Moved Bravata. sec­ ond Cardwell to accept the plan­ ning commission recommenda­ tion minus item 1. Discussion Ayes Bravata. Cardwell. Sny­ der. Stauffer Nays Bujak Har­ rison Robertson MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Robertson to amend set Dement to require commitment for $50.000 00 to be held in escrow until 2006 to support a traffic light at 100th St and M 37 Ayes Bu|ak. Harrison. Rob­ ertson Nays Bravata. Cardwell Snyder, Stauffer MOTION DENIED. Discussion was held on the letter received from the attorney Moved CardweH. sec­ ond Stauffer to accept changes as presented in the attorney's letter. Ayes: Bravata, Cardwell. Harrison. Snyder, Stauffer, Rob­ ertson Nays Bujak MOTION CARRIED. PMR AUDIT REPORT: Trustee Bujak handed out a report and Supervisor Harrison gave an in depth review BOARD COMMENTS: Trust ee Stauffer suggested that we invite the Planning Commission to the work session tor trie three ordinances tabled Trustee Rob­ ertson suggested we also invite the attorney PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Bujak to ad­ journ Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED (349) Willard (Bill) Stawski, M.D. Family Dentistry of Caledonia (Class of1958) Invites you to come in and meet... ...at the 2002 Homecoming Football Game ~ September 27 ~ Stop by the 50 yard line & say hello! Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 24, 2002/Page 17 Thornapple planners insist on up to date tax payments by Patricia Johns Darryl Fenstermacher and his lawyer attended the Thornapple Township Planning Commission meeting Sept. 16 to present their proposal to make it possible for FENSCO to be­ gin working on the former Wolverine asphalt site. Members of the Planning Commission, the township's lawyer and FENSCO rcprt sentatives have been meet­ ing for several months on a compliance agreement for the site. However. Fenstermacher did not even have an oppor­ tunity to present his pro­ posal because commission member Dale Guikema ta­ bled the discussion. He told his fellow commission members that since some personal property taxes re­ main unpaid, he felt uncom­ fortable discussing the pro­ posal because approving it might mean that the com­ mission would be trading approval of the agreement for payment of taxes. Commission Chairman Mark Sevald later in the meeting presented a by-law change that would require that all taxes be paid on ail property presented at a plan­ ning commission meeting since the rules should be evenly enforced. He will bring up this by-law change at the next meeting. In other business, the site plan and special use permit for a new residential subdi­ vision. Prairie Ridge Estates on Parmalee Road, was ap­ proved. with member Linda Gasper coming out strongly against it. Gasper told the developer that she was dismayed that this was such an ordinary plan. "The commission has worked hard to create op­ tions for developers to cre­ ate innovative neighbor­ hoods.” Gasper commented. “I am also disappointed that this new' development is be­ ing planned on some of the best farm land in the town­ ship." Sevald told his colleagues that the township needs to do a better selling job on de­ velopment. cluster and open space options. The special use permit for a private road and the site plan for the 15 homes were approved, with several pro­ visions including health de­ partment approval on all sites. The commission ap­ proved a retail shop for Rob Dykstra at his Creekside Growers Greenhouse on Garbow Road. The special use permit includes a provi­ sion that an outside lighting plan be approved if the retail shop should be open after dark. This is similar to a provision made for Cherry Valley Greenhouse at the August planning commis­ sion meeting. The Planning commission w ill hold a special joint ses­ sion on the sewer and water survey at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Sept. 25. in the township hall. The next regular meeting of the Thornapple Township Planning Commission is Monday. Oct. 21. at 7 p.m. Arena, continued from page 16--------------the split was not to hold up a building permit. This could be followed up by an admin­ istrator. Zylstra said. rhere was a dispute over additional stipulations added in April to six requirements asked of the Hcimstras in March. She complained no one had informed them of the added requirement. Zylstra contended only the issue over the split re­ quirement had been added in April, and said action by the Hcimstras indicated they were aware it was a point the commission had asked to be met. Deb Heimstra said a DEQ permit was approved in June, to be issued by Chuck Dodgers, who was to send a copy of his statement to Zyl­ stra. who said no statement had been received. The building proposed was not staked out, which Mercier said made a wetland determination impossible. He wanted assurance the barn would not be within 100 feet of the wetland area. The missing DEQ permit was thought to be available from the Hcimstras* attor­ ney. Commissioner Don Koopmans suggested a com­ One requirement was that promise of putting in trees there was to be no commer­ smaller than eight feet and cial activity on the premises, larger than four inches, which was to be added to which is commonly asked the deed restriction. Heim- for on special use requests. stra said she did not want to Five or six foot trees are record a deed for a situation commonly asked for, but ev­ the Planning Commission ergreen trees would not grow in the wetlands, Den­ might not approve. The Hcimstras have asked nis Heimstra said. Another question was for a survey, but the sur­ veyor has a five-week wait­ raised over whether live­ ing list and it has not yet stock and agriculture was al­ lowable on the parcel, and been done. FROM OUR READERS that it not be classified as a commercial farm, though it’s located in an agricultural area. The commissioners felt there was contradictory in­ formation in what was of­ fered as documentation. Meanwhile, the Hcimstras complained the delays threatened to stop the con­ struction. while boarding their horses elsewhere was costing $500 per month. The building permit was not to be issued until all the stipulations were met, to be administratively verified, but they would not have to come back to the commis­ sion. Conditional approvals are being resisted by the com­ missioners. and the request was postponed, but Warner promised as soon as the re­ quirements were docu­ mented, he would schedule a hearing with the commission members at one of their work sessions. 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The previous barn, size 40 x 70 feet, had been on the parcel prior to the permitting of the mining operation. It then housed equipment used in the removal of materials from the mine. This is es­ sentially an industrial or commercial use. lays were not his fault, and In the interim, the appli­ the normal nine-month limit cant had stored the equip­ on permits to replace a ment at nearby Cascade Ce­ building should not apply. ment. but now that space is The bam requested w as to no longer available, it's be the same layout and site, more urgent to get the barn but not as high. The previ­ back in place for winter ous bam was about 40 feet housing. Kwekcl said. high at the top. Different He said the equipment to materials would be used be stored is not used in any than in the previous struc­ place other than in the min­ ture. Kwekel said. Five ing operation. truck bays arc planned with Since the applicant has four in the front. The equip­ been pursuing replacement ment to be stored includes a of the building early on. but loader, a dozer and possibly has been dealing with town­ a dump truck. ship requirements pertaining A portion of the planned to the matter, he said the de- mineral removal (PMR) is Motorcyclists hurt in separate crashes A Shelbyville motorcycle rider was taken to Spectrum Hospital's Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids early Thursday, Sept. 12, af­ ter a tire on his 1980 Honda blew causing him to lose control of the vehicle. Barry County Sheriff's deputies reported that Rob­ ert Alan Lcalc, 46, was northbound on Patterson Road north of Mary Drive in Yankee Springs Township at about 4:30 a.m. when the in­ cident occurred, causing Lcale to lose control and fered when the motorcycle crash into the grass along he was riding at 11:21 p.m. the shoulder of the roadway. crashed on Bowens Mill Leale was thrown from the Road between Patterson and motorcycle and he suffered Payne Lake Road. 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Kwekel explained that not as much material has been mined from the area because what remains is not the same quality as the initial mate­ rial. Therefore the comple­ tion of the extraction is not expected immediately, and the final date is uncertain. In fact, there is no guaran­ tee there will be any future PMR use. The end use for the operation after mining ceases, is to be residential. Because of the location in a PMR. Planner Dave Zylstra said he thought the re­ quest should be reviewed by the Planning Commission. He said normally staff would deny the request for a non-conforming building, for several reasons. Granting the request would go against several de­ tails of the zoning ordi­ nance. Accessory buildings not located with a primary residence are not allowed, and as such the previous barn was already a non-con- On Sept. 28, as part of Freeport Fun Day, AB Hoops will be hosting its third and final 2002, 3 on 3 basketball tournament of the summer. This summer, Alli and Buster Hoops hosted the first annual Lake Odessa Summer Splash and the sec­ ond annual Woodland Labor Day 3 on 3 basketball tour­ naments. The Freeport Fun Day Tournament will start with team signup and check-in at 8 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 28. Games are scheduled to start at 9 a.m. Teams can sign-up at 8 a.m. on the day of the tournament without penalty. The tournament will be played at the village park courts on new Willpower Sports Equipment basketball hoops installed by AB Hoops. Proceeds of the tour­ nament will be used to pay for these hoops and other park improvements. This will also be the third 2612 S. Patterson, Wayland (next to The Bib & Water's Edge Floral) 269-792 8888 1 800-669-9298 Look for our... GRAND OPENING SPECIALS Soon! He wanted to see a proposed site plan for the area after reclamation, and a state­ ment of the anticipated end use of the building to see how the bam would fit with the character of the underly­ ing use. 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Seger said he expects the lineup from the win against Hamilton to remain for the rest of the season. Monday Sept. 16 the Tro­ jans swept Kelloggsville, not only by the final 8-0 score, but TK didn't give up more than four games in any set. Avenging a loss from the Wayland Invitational two days earlier, Kara Hutchens defeated her Kelloggsville opponent 6-2. 6-3. Perfect week earns Scots Gold lead The Lighting Scots' boys’ golf team took down four OK Gold rivals in two con­ tests last week and are now sitting atop the O-K Gold. For the second time this season Caledonia swept a tri-malch against Wayland and Wyoming Park. Led by Chris Leather­ man's 37 at Orchard Hills Wednesday Sept. 18 the Scots finished with a 154 to Wayland’s 157, and Park’s 166. Ixircn Crandell shot a 38 for the Scots, and Adam Crandell shot a 39. Mat Zicsemer also contributed to the win with a 40. The Scots arc now 10-2 in the conference. In earlier action, Tuesday Sept. 17 at Alpine Golf Course, the Scots avenged one of their early season losses in the Gold by defeat­ ing Unity Christian 156-161. Caledonia also defeated Sparta on the evening. The Spartans finished at 162. The Scots were led by Lo­ ren Crandell who fired a 1under-par 36 and Leatherman who shot par golf with a 37. The Scots tried to stay on top Monday night when they hosted Cedar Springs at Bri­ arwood. Caledonia will visit South Christian Wednesday Sept. 25 in their final match before the O-K Gold confer­ ence finale at Cedar Chase Golf Course on October 7. Middlebush won 6-1. 6-1 at second singles. Dobson at third singles had the closest set of the af­ ternoon. winning 6-4 in the first, then shutting her oppo­ nent out 6-0 in the second. At fourth singles Jen Burks won 6-1.6-1. Jones did not play against Kelloggsville so Potts and Clinton moved into the first doubles spot and won 6-0. 6-1. Jones' partner Lantinga teamed up with Tiffany Ti­ etz at second doubles and the pair earned a 6-3. 6-1 win. Porter and Amber Ste­ orts only dropped a single game against Kelloggsville. winning 6-0. 6-1. The fourth doubles team of Raetz and Bethany Ste­ orts won 6-1. 6-1. The Trojans finished sec­ ond out of 8 teams at the Wayland Invitational Satur­ day Sept. 14. None of the Trojans fin­ ished lower than fourth. Potts and Clinton at sec­ ond doubles took first place. After straight set victories over Wayland and Ottawa Hills in the finals, they came back from losing the first set 4-6 to w in the second set 6-0 and win the third in a tie breaker 7-6(2). Middlebush w in two matches at second singles before falling to an oppo­ nent from Grand Rapids Baptist in the finals. Baptist won the tourney with at total of 72 points. TK finished in second with 58. Wayland was third with 40. At third singles Dobson won two matches before also falling to an opponent from Baptist. In the fourth singles' fi­ nals Burks lost a real close match to her Baptist oppo­ nent. The two battled through tie breakers in all three sets. Final scores were 7-6(5). 6-7(4). 7-6(4). Raetz and Bethany Steorts fell in two tie breakers against Baptist in the finals. The tournament featured a fifth double flight. Molly Jazw inski and Tietz ad­ vanced to the finals where they fell to Baptist oppo­ nents. The third doubles team of Amber Steorts and Porter finished third. The girls stretched Baptist to the limit in their second match. They lost 12-10 in a third set tie breaker before going on to defeat Hamilton in their fi­ nal match. Jones and Lantinga at first doubles finished fourth by defeating Kelloggsville 7-5. 6-2 in the consolation final. Hutchens won two matches at first singles, against opponents from Ot­ tawa Hills and Plainwell, and finished fourth. 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Ml/September 24. 2002 Another ‘baby-stroke’ closer to a victory at TK By Brett Bremer Sports Editor TK's girls’ varsity swim coach Pete Beaudoin said that his girls had their ‘best swim meet of the year,” again, as the girls keep shav­ ing down their times and learning more about what it’s like to compete as a var­ sity swim team. The Trojans’ really only needed two things, not counting a regulation pool to practice and compete in. at their third swim meet of the year. One big, and one small. The big thing is some di­ vers. The Trojans sat and watched and politely clapped as Grand Rapids Central's Rams racked up points diving. The small one, is just some backstroke turns. The girls are working hard, and they'll get it soon. Trojans’ coach Pete Beau­ doin just said “ I'm bummed." after the meet while his girls ran off to eat tacos supplied by their hosts. TK was lead by their three strong 100 breastroke swimmers who swept the The Trojans’ Emily Nyland takes contol of the backstroke leg of the 200 medley relay. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK's Taylor Sensiba gets ready to make her first turn before going on to win the 100 breastroke. (Photo by Brett Bremer) first three places Thursday Sept. 26 at Ford Fieldhouse. Taylor Sensiba finished first at 1:28.02, followed by teammates Andrea Sypniewski in second at 1:30.62, and Jessica Stark in third just 2 hundredths of a second behind Sypniewski. The 200 medley relay team of Gina Niemchick, Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Office 616-877-4435 Emily Nyland. Alicia Bu­ chanan. and Sunday Matousek earned the team 8 points with a 2:25.29 finish. With a time of 30.43, Niemchick took home first place in the 50freestyle. Chelsey Strumberger won the 200 freestyle race in 2:38.25. Second place finishes were turned in by Nyland in the 200 individual medley, Megan McGillicuddy in the 100 butterfly. Brittany Ur­ bane in the 100 freestyle, Jessica Julius in the 500 fre­ estyle. the 200 freestyle re­ lay team of Katie Terry, Sarah Wolf, Urbane, and Ni­ cole Crisher. In the 400 freestyle the Trojans took second, third, and fourth. Finishing in sec­ ond with a time of 5:03.02 was the group of Leah Van- YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE rvidft^ All Brands for 29 Years Water Softeners, Iron & Odor Filter^ Purified Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Most Common Working Water Problems... • Hardness Iron, Sulfur & Manganese — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Visit Our SHo*’roO,w Houten. Karla Mellen, and Niemchick. The girls were back at Ford Fieldhouse Saturday 9980 Cherry Valley. Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 ville Thursday Sept. 26. Af­ ter that they have another tournament at Ottawa Hills Sept. 28. TK battles Calvin at top of O-K Blue conference The Trojans’ boys’ golf team defeat four conference foes last week to build a per­ fect 9-0 conference record heading into Monday Sept. 23’s showdown against 8-1 Calvin Christian. TK de­ feated Calvin once this sea­ son and the guys in green and gold were surly out to even the score when the teams squared off after press time on Monday. TK got to 8-0 with wins last week Wednesday against Belding and Godwin at Palmer Park, and over Byron Center and Rogers at Ironwood Monday. At Palmer Park Bobby Roush and Josh Enyart both shot 38’s for the Trojans, Chase VandenBerg 39, and Brett Knight and Tyler Wenger 41. The TK golfers finished with a team total of 156 to Belding’s 175 and Godwin’s 191. Monday Sept. 16 against Byron and Rogers the Tro­ jans shot a 151, and were led by Knight’s 36. Roush and VandenBerg both shot 38’s, and Dan Burbank and Enyart both put in 39’s. The Trojans host Coopersville Wednesday Sept. 25, then visit Lansing Waverly Thursday Sept. 26 before facing off against By­ ron Center and Rogers Sept. 30 in the final regular season match. The jayvee golfers also had a very good week, win­ ning all four of their matches. On Monday they played Byron Center and Rogers at Byron Hills. The JV’s shot a 173 to Byron’s 180 and Rogers 212. This was the first lose of the year for the Byron Cen­ ter Bulldogs. Kyle Funk led the Trojans with a 40. Josh Cisler shot a 43 and Jeff Chapman a 44. On Wednesday Sept. 18 they hosted Belding and Godwin at Yankee Springs. TK shot a 178 to beat both Belding’s 217 and Godwin’s 251. TK’s low scores were turned in by Nick Roush, Curt Batdorff and Reed Ebmeyer all at 42. The jayvees were also 8-0 in the league after last week’s action. Storms can’t slow down Scot kickers During three hours of soc­ cer action and storm delays the Scots’ boys’ varsity soc­ cer squad shut out the Hast­ ings Saxons, at Hastings, to finish the first half of the OK Gold schedule unde­ feated. Ryan Rodgers scored the games only goal in the 1-0 victory at Hastings. It is Rodgers fourth consecutive game with a goal. “The defense of Eli Cooley, Kyle Hemmes, Nate VanEnk, Ryan Rodgers, and Chad Marlow had a great second half,” said Scots coach Brian Broekhuisen Sept. 17 against South Christian the Scots engi­ neered an intense second half comeback then battled back and forth with the Sail­ ors to earn a 3-2 victory. Trailing 1-0 in the second half Caledonia tied it on a Ryan Rodgers 30-yard blast from the right side that found the upper left corner of the net. Matt Cook took a feed from Hemmes two minutes later and drilled another one into the upper left corner of the net to give the Scots a 21 lead. South tied it at two less than a minute later. Soon after that Caledo­ nia’s Walter Specs notched the winning goal by knock­ ing in the rebound from a VanEnk shot. Caledonia’s defense hung on for the last 12 minutes. Broekhuisen said, “Scott Rodgers had a fine game in goal for the Scots.” The Scots arc now 5-7 overall, but arc 5-0 in the Gold. Caledonia has more O-K Gold action coming up. The Scots stay at home for their next three matches, against Kcnowa Hills Tues­ day Sept. 24, Wyoming Park Thursday Sept. 26, and a non-confcrence matchup with Mattawan on Monday Sept. 30. BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL WITHOURJSROOMERS ^CnreonBny?>l ■ J Qrr grooming; Oxte in far a free water test WATER CONDITIONING for tournament, and they will swim at Wayland Tues­ day Sept. 24. and against Unity Christian at Hudson­ Cantor Classifieds 945-9554w 1-890-878-7885 One per family—must present this coupon . ^^Y APPOINTMENT Expires 10/31/024 Thornapple Veterinary MEDICAL CENTER Jp 2220 N. Patterson, Middleville & C 269-877-1056 - 269-795-3347 X/ \ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/September 24 2002/Page 21 TK girls and Seger reach no. 600 and work so hard. They put team first, ahead of personal things." The Trojans first singles player Kara Hutchens said about being a part of Seger s 600th win. “It was awe­ some. It felt so good to be By Brett Bremer Sports Editor The girls decided on the spur of the moment to sing “Happy 600th to you...” There was cake. And there were smiles. TK tennis coach Larry Seger recorded his 600th ca­ reer tennis victory against Kelloggsvilk Mondav Sept. 16. Seger, a 1994 inductee into the Michigan High School Tennis Coaches As­ sociation Hall of Fame, is only the second coach in Michigan tennis coaching history to win 600 combined boys’ and girls’ matches. Seger said it is “neat to think back to all of the ath­ letes. I’ve been really lucky at Middleville to have play­ ers that are just so dedicated Caledonia’s boys’ varsity soccer squad is 3-6 so far this season, but its making the most of its victories. The three wins have come in the Scots’ only three matches against O-K Gold oppo­ nents. Scot coach Brian Broekhuiscn said that his team played their most com­ plete game of the year, Thursday Sept. 12, at Sparta with "good ball movement, strong defense, and two goals." Ryan Rogers, and Matt Zicscmer scored for Caledo­ nia. with Trent Van Haitsma assisting on Zicsemcr’s goal. Preserving the “shut or was crucial, ” said Broekhuiscn. “and came from the efforts of Eli Cooley, Nate VanEnk. Kyle ron Center team 23-14 Hemmes, Chad Maxlow, Thursday Sept. 12. The Tro­ Rogers, and Scott Rodgers jan's shut down a high scor­ ing Byron Center offense in goal.” In earlier Gold action, while displaying some of­ Broekhuiscn said that his fensive power of their own. Scots “came out with a A turnover early in the strong first half’ against first quarter provided TK Wayland. Solid defense and with their first touchdown. goals by Trent Van Haitsma Tim Hall and Issac Thaler and Walter Spees put the combined to block a Byron Scots in control. Matt Cook punt and Mitchell Fisher re­ assisted on the Spees goal. turned it 8 yards to Byron's The Scots played well 21 -yard line. Two plays enough in the second half to later. Fisher scored on a hold off an “energized” seven yard run and also ran the two-point conversion. Wildcat squad. Broekhuiscn said that Leading 8-0 in the second Scott Rodgers did some quarter, the Trojan'r put to­ “good work in goal" for the gether an impressive 12-play Scots. Caledonia hosts South Christian Tuesday Sept. 17 and visits Hastings Sept. 19. able to be a part of it. after losing a couple or tying. It felt so good, and for the team to win.” That’s the atti­ tude so many of Seger s players have had. or Seger has helped them to have. Seger said he is glad that this group of girls were the one’s to accomplish it. “This team represents all the other teams very’ well. I enjoy it so much.” Milton Johnson, former coach at Marquette, is the only coach ahead of Seger on the all time Michigan win list with 788 total victories. This is Seger's 29th year as TK's girls' varsity coach, and in the spring he will be­ gin his 35th season with the boys' team. Seger’s girls’ teams have only had 4 losing seasons, and two of them were in the first tw o seasons. cross country team contin­ ued its winning ways Satur­ day with another first-place trophy at the Oakridge Invi­ tational in Muskegon. The Trojan girls had 26 team points, 28 better than runner-up Fruitport. Luding­ ton was third with 82 and Plainwell fourth with 90. There were seven teams in the field. Jessica Stortz finished second overall in the race with a time of 20:15 and Na­ talie Hoag was third at 20:17. Teammates Chaney Robinson (20:57), Elise Nyland (21:10) and Aubrey Raymond (21:26) also fin­ ished in the top eight. The Trojan girls, three­ time defending Division II state champions, finished second in their first invita­ month ago. but have not been bested since. The Middleville boys’ team finished fifth in a field of eight teams at Oakridge Saturday. Tim Brog took second with a time of 17:01. Wyo­ ming Park’s Mark VanderMeer was first in 16:13. Also for Middleville. Nick Tomson finished 16th in 18:24.08. Alex Robinson was 19th in 18:28, Chris Harkness was 27th in 18:50 and Matt Miller was 36th in 20:06. Wyoming Park won the meet with 28 points. South Haven was runner-up with 85, Fruitport was third with 91. Plainwell was fourth with 93 and Middleville fifth with an even 100. TK frosh gridders up on Bulldogs Trojan C-C girls Scot soccer 3-0 beat Middleville's freshman scoring drive which featured football team improved its the running of Ben Ybema. win at Oakridge against 0-K Gold record to a 2-1 after beating Travis Young. Fisher, and The Middleville girls’ tional of the season about a a previously undefeated By­ the passing of quarterback TK soccer frosh tie Northview Caledonia frosh win on P.K. Ken Potter scored the first goal of the game for the Caledonia boys’ freshmen The TK boys’ freshman sluggish in the first half, but soccer team midway through soccer team tied in last played well once they knew the first half. week's home game Tuesday Northview meant business. I During the second half Sept. 17 against Northview. think the kids thought it Tyler Bowden scored the Wilton Campos scored a would be an easy victory be­ game winner on a penalty goal in the first half of play ing we beat them without a kick making the final score for the Trojans with an assist problem a couple of weeks 2-1. from Nick Wilke. ago,” said the coach. The Scots out shot Sparta The defenders lead by 20-3. Northview came back and scored 2 goals ending the sweeper Frankie Griffith and Scots’ coach Kate Selke captain Drew Gerrits denied said that “Joe Pasquantanio first half at 2-1. Both teams were head to Northview opportunities to played a great game, as did head during the second half score, playing a terrific Tyler Bowden. Cody Hin­ of play, but with 2 minutes game. Goal keeper Mike kle, Andrew Nerz, and Nick left. Josh Baird re-directed Hill played excellent block­ Kokx. the ball to defender Brad ing 14 shots. Midfielders The freshmen are now 3-5 Wisniewski who booted a Scott Blood, and Nick and have games at South 25 yard one-timer into the Boonstra contributed a great Christian Sept. 25, and at top right comer of the net ty­ deal enabling forwards to home against Forest Hills have many scoring chances. ing the game at 2. Northern Monday Sept. 30. "The kids came out a bit Jason Blain. The 67-yard drive was capped by a 9yard toss from Blain to Ybema. Fisher again ran the two point conversion, and TK led at the half 16-0. In the second half, the Trojans quickly scored after Byron Center had closed the score to 16-6. The touch­ down drive went 64 yards and featured the running of Ybema. who scored his sec­ ond TD of the game from 13 yards out. Mike Munjoy kicked the extra point and TK enjoyed a late 23-6 lead. Glen Brock and Justen Noffke blocked well for the Trojan’s, while Justin Lewis. Scott Brown, Ybema, Fisher, Young. Thaler, and Munjoy played well defensively. 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Stauffer politely and loudly disagreed with an of­ fensive foul called on junior Julie Slot. The Scots scored the next five points during the end of the third and the start of the fourth to get within five. By putting a couple of offensive rebounds back up and in. staying hot at the foul line, and with a couple of Saxon turnovers, the Scots tied the game at 44 with 4 minutes left An Amber Peck free throw got the lead back for the Saxons, but Caledonia scored the next 5 points to go up 49-46 and didn’t let the lead go. After the game Stauffer ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, Sept. 29. Rain or shine, 400 exhibi­ tors. A great selection of an­ tiques. Don't miss this last big show of 2002. Located at the fairgrounds right in Al­ legan, Mich. 7:30am to 4:00pm. Automotive PONTIAC 1998 RFD SUN­ FIRE GT: loaded, excellent condition, asking $7,500. Call (616)813-0624. fiusiness Senices ABLE CHRISTOPHERS TREE/SHRUB SERVICE: Removals, proper pruning, yard clean-ups. 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After the win at Hast- ings Tuesday Sept. 17 she Junior forward Megan Sandtveit (24) sends this shot said she was “proud that they could.” just off target, but would get her own rebound and put it Saxon coach Steve Lau- up for 2 points in the fourth quarter against Hastings. baugh said that his team has (Photo by Brett Bremer) “talented ball players, but we aren't so good that we can have stretches of mis­ The Saxons scored the takes.” first three points of the sec­ Hastings jumped out to a ond quarter but Slot scored quick 7-0 lead in the first on an alley oop lay-up off a quarter. Caledonia hit all 6 nice inbound pass, and put of their frccthrows and a 3- back the Scots first miss at pointer by freshman guard the free throw line. The Carrie Butcher got the Scots Scots had their first lead of right back in it. Then a the game with 4:08 left in jumper by the Scots’ Emily the first half. Dessey tied it at 11 to end Amber Thomas got the the first quarter. lead back for the Saxons The Saxons’ Laura Dipert about a minute later. Tho­ scored 6 of her team high 12 mas got behind the Scots’ points in the first quarter. press and put Hastings up Tiffany Howell and Amber 18-17. Thomas both scored 9 for The Scots visit conference Hastings. foes Wayland Thursday Slot led the Scots with 21 Sept. 26, and South Chris­ points and eleven rebounds. tian Oct. 1. Mindy Bode scored 7 for Caledonia’s basketball Caledonia. game with Sparta that was scheduled for Sept. 19 was postponed because of a bomb threat in the Sparta school system. Thornapple Trail Association to meet at Whispering Waters The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will have its next meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Whispering Waters Campground. The meeting will be held in the basement of the front building. Whispering Waters is located on Irving Road, just south of the Barry County Fairgrounds. 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Ki, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, io make any such prefer ence. limitation or diac ri mi nation." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal cusiodiam. pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. Thi» newspaper will not knowingly* accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper arr a tellable on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 2980 The HUD toll free telephone number foe the hearing impaired is I 800 927 �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/September 24. 2002/Page 23 Business Services For Rent Help Wanted HEALTH AND FITNESS PRODUCTS CUSTOM MADE. Exclusive opportu­ nity from a growing compa­ ny in the greater Grand Rap­ ids area to acquire nutrition­ al and fitness products cus­ tom made for you. 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Real Estate CHEBOYGAN COUNTY: 5 beautiful wooded acres ideal hunting and camping loca­ tion Within easy walking distance to state land Drive­ way and grassy campsite. Electric $24,900, $500 down, $305 month, 11% land con­ tract, also 10 acre parcels available. wwwnorthemlandcomcom. Northern Land Company 1-800-968- Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant Coming Soon to Monterey Grills previous location! �Page 24/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/September 24. 2002 Scot girls' 3rd place at Lowell impressive The Caledonia girls’ cross-country team took third place in a tough nineteam Division fl field at the Lowell Invitational Saturday morning. Coach Ellen Dykstra Wil­ cox’s crew checked in 74 team points. Holland Chris­ tian was first with 54 and East Grand Rapids was run­ ner-up with 65. After Cale­ donia came South Christian. Mattawan. Wayland. Lake­ wood, Hudsonville Unity Christian and Cedar Springs, in that order. To get an idea how tough the field was, seventh place Lakewood was coming off winning its own invitational only two days before. To get an idea about how tough the individual field was. Caledonia ace Tricia Micdcma was third with a lime of 20:18.6, almost a minute and a half behind East Grand Rapids sopho­ more sensation Laura Malnor, who checked in with a fast time of 18:53.9 on a dif­ ficult course. Becca Busficld finished eighth for the Scots with a time of 20:56.9, Katie Ryan was right behind her in ninth with a 20:58.5 clocking, Stephanie Maxim was 24th in 22:19.7 and freshman Kendra Ross moved up into the fifth slot on the team with a 22:42.9, good for 30th and just six-tenths of a second faster than teammate Kristina McCleve. Brittany Jacques was 38th with a time of 22:58. Miedema. Busfield and Ryan all earned medals for making the top 15. The Caledonia boys fin­ ished in sixth place Saturday at Lowell with a team score of 143 in another strong Di­ vision II field. East Grand Rapids won with 45. Hol­ land Christian was second with 67 and Lakewood was third with 74. Lakewood earlier this season had won several invitationals. includ­ ing the TK at Yankee Springs, the Rocket at Brewer Park, the DeWitt and their own just last Thursday. The Fighting Scots wer­ en't able to take home any individual medals, but they bunched up nicely. Jon Hekman led the way in 21st place at 18:28.2, Pat­ rick Spitzley was right be­ hind him in 22nd at 18:17.6, Drew O'Malley was 26th in 18:29.8, Joe Faurena 32nd in 18:46.3 and John Goebel 42nd in 19:05.6. The Fighting Scot girls’ team tied for third with East Grand Rapids Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Sparta lnvi-t tational, but finished fourth overall because of tic breaker criteria. Miedema was runner-up with a time of 19:57 behind John Goebel was fifth for the Scots with a time of 19:05.6 Malnor’s 18:15. “She was about 40 sec­ onds slower than last year,” Wilcox said of Miedema. “Tricia thought she did terri­ ble. but I thought it was be­ cause there was no competi­ tion right behind her." Busfield finished 11th, Ryan was 18th and Brandie Victory ran a 21:50. The boys finished 10th among the 14 teams. Spitzley was 37th in 18:00. O’Malley 48th in 18:24. Hekman 55th in 18:38. Fau­ rena 58th in 18:46 and Goe­ bel 60th in 18:57. The boys team, which was missing Goebel due to illness, lost a 23-32 dual meet decision last Wednes­ day at Johnson Park to South Christian. “The guys were embar­ rassed after the loss to South Christian.” coach Russ Ger­ ber said. “Before South, when they were working out. they were just going through the motions. It’s changed their attitudes a lot.” The Scots, with Spitzley. Faurena and Hekman. took fourth, fifth and sixth places, and O’Malley and Kirk Post were eighth and ninth, re­ spectively. The girls, meanwhile, breezed to a 21-38 victory over South Wednesday. “The team improved from the first time they ran at Johnson Park this season,” Wilcox said. The coach singled out Maxim, who had a 22:38, her personal best on the al­ ways tough Johnson park course, good for eighth place. Miedema was first against South, in 20:47. Busfield was third, Ryan fourth and Victory fifth. Becca Busfield finished eighth and Katie was right behind her in ninth. Both earned medals for their ef­ forts. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-10-01.pdf 39c4919b08e89b99c0efa1e5a01c9995 PDF Text Text Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 40/October 1, 2002 131st year Caledonia inducts 1st class into Athletic Hall of Fame by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia High School, along with the board of edu­ cation and the Caledonia Sports Boosters, inducted their first class of honorees into the Caledonia Athletic Hall of Fame last Wednes­ day. The ceremony took place al Raffaela’s by Pagano’s in the banquet room. The in­ duction ceremony followed a social time and dinner. Athletic Director Dave Price performed the introductions and related the history andprocess behind the CHS Hall of Fame. The 2002 Class of CHS Athletic Hall of Fame in­ cluded Tom Benedict. Kris Emerson-Simpson. LaRaine (Ticmeyer) Salmon. John Soderman and Jim Uyl. Tom Benedict graduated from Caledonia in 1966. He played four sports, earning 10 varsity letters in football, basketball, baseball and track. He was All-Confer­ ence in football and basket­ ball as well as All-State in See Hall of Fame, page 11 TK bond proposal approved by voters by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It was a very anxious, but rewarding day for Thornapplc Kellogg Superintendent Kevin Konarska Tuesday. He could watch from the ad­ ministration building as a steady stream of voters came to make a decision that could affect his tenure as su­ perintendent. The voters overwhelm­ ingly approved. 968 to 387. a $24.1 million proposal that will pay for renovation of all the existing buildings and 21 new classrooms, infrastruc­ ture improvements, the building of a “varsity gym” and weight/fitness facility at the high school, new buses and other improvements. In Precinct No. 1. the to­ tals were 913 yes and 351 no. For a time in the morn­ ing. it was reported by elec­ tion officials that voters were coming in at the rate of one per minute. Voting at Precinct #2 in Freeport was much slower, but Freeport. Irving, Carleton and Bowne township voters approved the bond issue by 55 to 36. “I’m so excited," Kon­ arska said. “I am really pleased at the outcome of the election. I think I wore out a path in the carpet as 1 waited for results to come in.” Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education Presi­ dent David Smith said, “I think this vote shows the community appreciates what we have already accom­ plished. This community supports its children.” Mike Schipper. co-chair with Doug Ybema of the Citizens for Excellence in Education committee, said. “First of all I want to thank everyone who helped get out the vote and supported the committee. But I'm not sur­ prised that this issue passed. I was born and raised here, and this has always been a community which supported its kids.” “I am proud of the people of Middleville. There are people who approved issues when I was a kid that helped me and this tradition contin­ ues. This is a great town and this proves we were right to come back here to raise our own kids.” Architect Tom Mathison said, “The construction committee will begin meet­ ing next week to set a time­ table for construction. We have to decide how much we can do at once and have it still be good for the dis­ trict.” The construction commit­ tee will look at the plans, the architectural firm will create the specifications and the first projects should go out for bid in the spring. Bill Schoonveld from Owen. Ames. Kimball, the construction management firm working with the dis­ trict. said. “I'm elated at this result. I am looking forward to continuing to work with this district and its gieat people.” Members of the Citizens for Excellence Committee waited impatiently for the results to come in at a gettogether at the middle school Tuesday evening. Every time anyone's cell phone rang, a collective breath was held. When news came at about 9:15 that the superintendent was on his way with the results, tension mounted, only to be released in laughter and applause Thomapple Kellogg Su­ perintendent Kevin Kon­ arska shows off the posi­ tive results of the Sep­ tember 24 election. The very first inductees into Caledonia High School Athletic Hall of Fame are (back, from left) Jim Uyl, John Soderman and Tom Benedict; (front) LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon and Kris Emerson-Simpson. Caledonia, Middleville celebrate 2002 Homecoming Chad Maxlow and Mucki Doezema were crowned Caledonia's 2002 Homecoming King and Queen at last week s festivities. In This Issue: The Thornapple Kellogg 2002 Homecoming Queen Angela Blood and King Nick Otto were hon­ ored dunng half-time on Sept 27 For more pictures of Homecoming see inside Garden Grove given green light without traffic light Weed worries told to Middleville Village Council High demand for Caledonia sand continues Caledonia & TK Homecoming �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml October 1 2002 Caledonia celebrates Homecoming with win by C athy L. Rueter Staff Writer What a better way to end spirit week than a Homecoming game where you trounce your opponent? Caledonia High School. The junior class walked away with the champion­ ship float honor with their interpretation of this years homecoming theme. The CHS Kings Court included Chad Maxlow, Walter Spees, Kyler Pentecost and Phil Bolt. Caledonia Middle School participated in spirit week, ending in a spirit assembly on Friday afternoon. Here the eighth graders try to outdo the otherclasses m sheer noise level. 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(Sec Sports Editor Brett Bremer’s Homecoming article for more information.) This year’s Homecoming theme was "America the Beautiful; Remember the Past, Live the Present. Pre­ pare for the Future.” The floats bore the interpretation of the theme from each class. Although other classes took a few points in the float judging, it was the junior class that ran away with the honor of championship float. The week started off with the Annual Powder Puff Football game. Jhe teams played a rousing ghmt ear­ lier in the week with the senior girls conquering the juniors 16-6. CHS spirit week culmi­ nated in a day of talent, fun and zany activities with a noise level to reach Richter proponions. Although all of the classes performed admi- Continued next page �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Oclober 1. 2002/Page 3 CHS cheerleaders did their part to get the crowd excited during the 2002 CHS Homecoming football game. From previous page rably, the freshman class outshined the others to win this year’s spirit plaque. CHS Student Council chose the Grand Marshals for this year’s festivities on the basis of having served their country and the com­ munity. Two marshals were chosen this year for the honor: John “Buff’ Rodgers and Ed Pawlowski. Rodgers, married to his wife Diane for 30 years, is a 1964 graduate of CHS. He recently celebrated his twentieth year anniversary with the Village of Caledonia. He has been a member of the Caledonia Fire Rescue Department since 1970. He has also been a member of the Caledonia American Legion Post #305 during the same time. Pawlowski is a longtime resident of the Crazy colors, crazy hair. Kettle Lake Elementary students demonstrate their Caledonia spirit during Middleville/Caledonia area. crazy hair day. He and his wife. Debbie, are the proud parents of three grown children and a young son. as well as six grand children. He served in the United States Navy. Pawlowski has been in the auto body business for many years, having started his own company in Caledo­ nia in 1990. The first CHS Athletic Hall of Fame inductees were introduced with a run down of their career highlights. The first five inductees re­ ceiving this honor were Tom CHS Student Council sponsors much of the HomeBenedict. LaRainc (Tie- coming festivities during spirit week. Here they are meyer) Salmon. Jim Uyl. represented by Caleb Zandstra and Tarah Burgess. Kris Emerson-Simpson and John Sodcrman. (For more crowd: Manuel Geier from reps were Rachelle Buer and The Cat In The Hat,would be proud of these Dut­ information about these Ath­ Germany, Ji-Yeun Lee from Kyle Funk. The senior class ton Elementary students as they show their school letes see Hall of Fame arti­ Korea. Martha Mercado Queen’s Court included An­ spirit on hat day during spirit week activities cle in this week's Sun and from Mexico, Olga gela Concns, Mucki (Patri­ News.) Starchenko from Russia and cia) Doezema and Kristina Five CHS foreign ex­ Felix Zschoge from Ger­ Veltman. Due to a tie situa­ change students were intro­ many. tion, the senior class King’s duced to the homecoming Class representatives in­ Court included Phil Bolt, cluded Ryan Gill and Ama- Chad Maxlow. Kyler Pente­ rah Mejeur for band reps. cost and Walter Specs. Will Johnson and Zoe Chad Maxlow and Mucki Couretas for orchestra. Doezema were chosen as the Kevin Clausen and Irena 2002 Homecoming King Strbac for DECA. Jordon and Queen. The pair was Sheely and Molly Spica for crowned at the end of the FFA, as well as Caleb Zand­ homecoming football game. stra and Tarah Burgess for The halftime homecom­ Student Council. ing procession ended with Freshman class reps were the Caledonia Education Brandi Victory and Robert Foundation Honored Alum­ Hamly. Sophomore class nus for 2002. Dr. Bill reps were Lauren Hanna and Stawski. a 1958 CHS gradu­ Jared Mejeur. Junior class ate, was chosen for the honor. Buff (John) Rodgers and Ed Pawlowski were cho­ sen as this year s Homecoming Grand Marshals. The halftime homecoming procession ended with the Caledonia Education Foundation Honored Alumnus for 2002. Dr. Bill Stawski, a 1958 CHS graduate, was chosen for the honor It's Harvest Time 902 E. Freeport Rd., Freeport, Mich. 616-765-3310 Thousands Thousands of Pumpkins! ART BY BART'S FRIENDS Handmade gifts by local artist. SCARECROWS TO GO Kits you take home to make. WINTER SQUASH CORNSTALKS V’ * CIDER PUMPKIN BOWLING • MAPLE SYRUP much, much more! OPEN SEPT. 28th thru NOV. 1M Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-8 pm; Sun. noon-6 pm Tons and Tons of Pumpkins and Tons More Fall Fun! Caledonia American Legion Post #305 members fit nght tn with this years Homecoming theme of ‘America the Beautiful Remember the Past. Uve the Pre­ sent, Prepare for the Future ’ Directions: 84th St. to Whitneyuilie Rd., west to 92nd or M-50, head east to Hastings Rd., 3 miles south to E. Freeport Rd. �Page 4/The Sun and News MOdlevdle Mi/October i 2002 Leighton church invites children to FW Friends Habitat for Humanity' Quilt Tickets Available at Sisters Fabrics Drawing is Oct. 12, 2002 Worth County* Fleece \ Prints A* Solids*10.49/yd “We re rolling out an entirely new midweek pro­ gram." says Cindy Herring, Leighton Church. “FW Friends is a family­ FW’ Friends starts Wed­ nesday. Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. A friendly weekly program for deacon of Christian educa­ kids age three through fifth tion and program director at grade. Every Wednesday between 6:30 and 8 p.m.. we’ll sing catchy songs, play family dinner starting at 5:45. where a complete meal is served for the whole fami­ ly. precedes it. Suggested donation for the dinner is $3 teamwork-building games, per person or $10 per family. make tasty treats, create spe­ cial projects, and explore Bible stories in wild and adult Bible Study led by Pastor Ray and Joyce Can 945-9554 QUESTIONS for Sun & News classified ads 218 E Slate St Hastings • 045-9673 HuM Cleaners Pick-Up Station Also at 6:30 p.m. is an wacky ways. It's great fun. and if you're a kid. your Townsend. This Bible study will follow Faith Weaver invited.” material, which focuses on the same topic that the kids learn about FW’ Fnends. It brings the Bible together for the entire family! For more information about any of these activities, please con­ tact the church office at (616) 891-8028 Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Leighton Church is locat­ ed between Middleville and Dorr on the comer of Second St. and 142nd Ave. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liting Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time 10 35 a m Sunday Schixil 10:50 a.m. Evening Praise 6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Hrian P Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior PaMor Fim A. Vine. Asst PaMorYouth I»urUs G Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister PaMor David Stewart. GE ( hiidrcn * PaMor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday MkI Week Prayer Word of Life Gubs 945 a m. 1100 a m 660 p.m. 645 p.m. 6:45 p m. Good Shepherd C 0 M M J I I I T C H B R C H a place to belong a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship ...... 9:30 ft 1160 a m Youth Mtnntry 891-0576 Meeting al the Creii Creek Charter Academy Rec Mu had Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Ciptu . Worship leader Dennv Bouma, Youth Pastor Chun h Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHUKH “A Chunh with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 am and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Ubrship.......................................................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................... Adult Bible Class....................... 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod COMMUNITY Worship Hours 960 a m. and 1030 un. IH11SLBD6J Re* Norman Kohns <6I6i 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 / Fax 891 8M8 WWW caiedonuunw ory__________ 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Spirit-filled family Church. Contemporary Worship Sundas School for Ail Age* Evening Worship Pasuv Roger Buiaux • Church Office 9 30 am 10 45 a m 600 pm *68-0391 CHURCH M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. PraLse/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee Fili J A Family Night S:45-8.90 pm Pasur Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Lnkson 6951 Hanau Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616^988001 rtdeemermsen.net wtmujedeemeranenanturg 2415 McCann Rd. Inlmngi 9 45 am .. 1050am Morning Worship 1160am Wed FeUouUup 7 30pm Sunday Service Time* 9:15 AM. Morning Pr.yer 15 *j suw> Scho ICflOia 6J0pm i Hory Communion 2nd Sunda, AJO pm 630 pm. Pastor Lloyd DeYormer Sr Church Ph 868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 897 7407 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd I northuvst if Gun lain-) Sat. Evening Mass 500 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 930 a.m 930 a m Moss at St Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are being made 792-2889 Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Deiinis Ross Church: 616-891-0281 Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 am. Pormeiee Momrg Woohp klddevie Mornrg Wonhp SuxJoy School (Jr High 8 AdJh) (tuner/ ■ Grode 5 St High - Sun Evenrig Jr High ■ Godet 6-8. Wed Evenng 11.00 am 945 am .1100 am 600-800 pm. 6067 30 pm. Ret' Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh fituni Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site m; 3546 Wdneywe Ave at 8dm St • 891-8661 ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near WtvtneyvWe Ave Praise Singing SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Whitneyville Bible Church CotnniMtiity of Christ Leighton Church Church School. Sunday Office S91-S63S UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES (Sefe&ui/e... Wednesday 6201 W hnney silk Avenue Ahu CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sunday School 9:45 AM THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday Worship 9:30 am * Christian Education Hour 1190 am CH Lakeside October 6: "The World /s 1/y Parish” 10 30 am 1100 am Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- 250 \ inc Street M »' to Emmons io Vinc AM JNLA 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Redeemer Covenant Church A CALEDONIA rr UNITED METHODIST WORSHIP Si R\ 11 I at "iOre tEimr fHctljobiSt (tljurdj Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Reliant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Quid Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. wwwl—rvjxrt -gtpuul 12200 West M-179 Highwav (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 4934g • 795-7903 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor 5:30 AM 11O0 AM 700 PM Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor Pavid Ztvhr Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 698-9660 Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 54th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia I mile wMt of M-37 All Services have « Nursenj Available • Barner Free A Church for today s world GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH St Pad Lutheran Church + YOU ARE INVITED 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Sunday School Coffee Fellowship ...... —....... Worship with Jr Church. (Nursery available throughout* 10:00 a m. 1 11:15 a m. 1 6:00 p.m. Services at 9.30 a m and 6 p.m. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th Si. Saturday Esening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11XX) a.m. 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Rev P Adams Pfione 891-8440 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 891-W028 • e-nwi ietgrt- t-x-r. net phOM 785-2370 or 848-932 7 Vicar - Rom. David T. Hurtwick. _ . I ICTXCl The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Si/xtoy Schoo Sunday Momng Wonnc Meeting at crocei or. M-xtne-yvee Ave Sunday E /enrg Wow wea 'Adwee* Prayer A toe Study ’-era 3uy$. Aator • ?ev <a oasna Aeoste wnmeydtooe org 9 30 am 1930 am 6 00 p m 700 p m Assoc Parfa �me sun ana News. MKXi»evitie. Mi/Octooer i. 2002/Page 5 Women’s Night Out planned for October 15 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Women in the Barry County area are invited to attend a special night out Tuesday, Oct. 15, sponsored by the Barry County Women’s Festival. Kellogg Community College and Pennock Hospital. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. at the Middle Villa Inn. Before dinner women can network and meet up with friends at 6 p.m. There will be a cash bar. Following dinner at 7:15. the Sea Shanty of Gun I.ake will present a fashion show. Then it will be time to laugh and think. Members of the Village Players of Middleville will present a series of comedic vignettes “What If.” What would happen if “men played cards the way­ women do" or what if the fairy tales lied and “Cinder­ ella wasn't exactly like the fairy tale?” Members of the Barry County Women’s Festival Committee hope that an eve­ ning event will give women in the county a chance to share their experiences and ask questions. Pennock Hospital, one of the sponsors of the event, sees Women’s Night Out as an opportunity to let women know about changes Pen­ nock has made to provide better service to women. Joan Ezinga said Pennock will have a display and take home information. “I want women to know that we are improving the mammography area. We have improved the decor and hope the area is now more comfortable. We will have materials to help pa­ tients with cancer awareness and w hat we have to offer.” Peggy Kline of the Women's Festival Commit­ tee said she sees this event as a way to attract both women who have attended in the past and those who haven't thought about at­ tending this kind of event. “1 hope many women who “haven't done some­ thing for themselves” will treat themselves to a night out," Kline said. Karel Asbury, a program manager with the Kellogg Community College's Life­ long Learning Center, has been a member of the com­ mittee since 2000 when the college first became in­ volved as a sponsor. She said. “It gives me a chance to work with many interesting women from all areas of the community. The different perspectives help us put together programs that appeal to a wider audi­ ence." The college helped sup­ port the 2001 Barry County Women’s Festival in the spring of 2001 with funding, administrative support, and a facility for a Saturday filled with workshops and speakers including some from the college. The college is also help­ ing support the Women’s Night Out with funding and administrative support. Kermeens to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Russell and Patricia Kermeen of Middleville will cel­ ebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on September 24. 2002. They have two sons. Robert Bird Jr. and Michael (Sue) Bird and a daughter, Kelli (Doug) Bird, all of Freeport. They also have six grandchildren. PROUDLY INTRODUCING... New to our design staff team at Gohternbo Oafon Christin & Linsey Professional. Experienced. Artistic & Talented with a Vision for style Stop in or call to make your appointment at Contempo Salon W fflnw tJt a tffffmvtcc.* S3 891-1095 Depression screenings offered at Pine Rest Pine Rest Christian Men­ tal Health services will par­ ticipate in National Depres­ sion Screening Day at 11 sites, including the Caledo­ nia clinic at 9090 S. Rodg­ ers. Suite D. from 2-5 p.m. Oct 10. Participants can find out if they arc experiencing de­ pression and how to get help. They will have the op­ portunity to watch an educa­ tional video presentation on depression, fill out a written self-test, receive free educa­ tional materials about de­ pression and suicidality across the lifespan, and talk one-on-one with a trained mental health professional. Testing is av aitable for all ages, from children to older adults, with English and Spanish language selections av aitable for adults. For more information, contact Pine Rest s market­ ing department at 616-4556500. What would happen if Cinderella didn’t want to go to the ball and just wanted to stay home and clean? Find out at the Women s Night Out. Darlene Schellinger ts just one of the “Mop La­ dies” who will be perform­ ing at this year’s Women’s Night Out As women lead busier lives in the county, the Barry County Women’s Fes­ tival committee hopes to plan events that can fit into those lives. Perhaps one year will feature a Saturday event, followed the next year by an evening event. This year’s evening event should have a little for eve­ ryone who attends from an opportunity to meet other women, laugh at the stereo­ types of women, from fairy tales to finding the right “look for fall.” Dinner choices include a sizzler steak, stuffed chicken breast or Alfredo pasta with a California vegetable blend. The cost for the evening is $20 per person. Registration forms are printed in this week’s Re­ minder or are available at JAd Graphics and Printing Plus offices, the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center. For more information or to register with a credit card call 948-9500, extension 2244. leusuve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late, VM0NDAY, WEDNESDAY, s THURSDAY [ Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call 79S-/AI9 For (next to PM'i Puu) y> Chi/iop/iacttc Qatie tKe QAJlio^e 'rXami^y Tanya M. Seif (Prokop), D.C., F.I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care Colic * Ear Infections Nutritional Consulting * Women’s Health * Pregnancy Care Northland Chiropractic Seif C hiropractic 5300 Northland Dr. Grand Rapids 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. Caledonia 361-1908 891-8153 October is Spinal Health Care Month In celebration, we are offering a free consultation & exam for all children. �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Mi/October 1,2002 New Pediatric/Prenatal chiropractor in Caledonia . by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Seif is a well-knftwn name in the Caledonia area - from car sales to a chiro­ practor. Correction... make that TWO chiropractors named Seif. Tanya (Prokop) Seif. D.C., 33, has expanded her chiropractic practice (in north Grand Rapids) to in­ clude the Caledonia area. She currently joins her hus­ band of two years. Eric Seif. D.C.. at his S. Rodgers Court office one day a week. She hopes to expand those hours in the near future. Although she is able to perform chiropractic on all ages, Tanya Seif specializes in pediatrics and prenatal chiropractic care. She re­ cently received her certifica­ tion in pediatrics and prena­ tal care from the international Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). This is a rigorous study including 120 hours of post-graduate work and a comprehensive exam. She is also certified in the Webster Technique. Accord­ ing to Seif, this is a special technique for the analysis and adjustment to correct misalignments in a pregnant woman's sacrum and pelvis. It relaxes the mother s pel­ vic muscles and ligaments and allows the baby to get into the best position for birth. This is a safe and ef­ fective way of relieving headaches and low back pain during pregnancy. Spe- BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPECIAL on any grooming, One per family—must present this coupon .BY APPOINTMENT Expires 10/31/02. Thornapple Veterinary MEDICAL CENTER 2220 N. Patterson. Middleville Mon. Wed. 7:30 a. m. 7: 30 p.m.; Tuc». Fft Vs 4 Tanya (Prokop) Seif, D C., with her niece, Sophia Norton. Sophia has had pediatric chiropractic care from her aunt since the day she was bom. cial equipment is used for prenatal chiropractic care. To date she has already been able to turn three ba­ bies with the Webster Tech­ nique. “It’s very safe,” said Seif. “There are no side affects. I love working with prenatal.” Some may ask why a child would need chiroprac­ tic care. According to the ICPA, many spinal prob­ lems seen in adults begin as early as birth. Significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, even in natural* birthing methods. 4- Resulting irritation to the nerve system caused by spi­ nal and cranial misalignment may be the cause of such in­ fant complaints as colic, breathing problems, nursing difficulties, etc. As children get older and become active, spinal mis­ alignments (subluxations) may occur. If left untreated, injuries, especially during their rapid growth years, can lead to serious problems later in life. The Seifs, who live in the Alaska/Caledonia area, have no children as of yet, but arc close with nieces and neph­ ews. Sophia Norton, is one of Seif’s nieces that has been adjusted since birth. “I’ve really come to love Caledonia. It’s a small town where you can go to the post office, you can go out to eat, and you recognize people that you know. Everyone Dr. Tanya Seif demonstrates pediatric chiropractic care on her niece. knows you. I like the com­ munity feeling down here.” said Seif. Evidently, Seif has the distinction of being the only pediatric chiropractor in the Grand Rapids area at this time. All the initials, she can use after her name denote the specialized training she has received - D.C. for Doc­ tor of Chiropractic and FICPA, which signifies a Fellowship in the Interna­ tional Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Neither Tanya, .nor Eric, rest on their current laurels. It seems that both are con­ stantly at seminars and con­ tinued training, learning new techniques and keeping up to date on the latest nutrition and chiropractic in order to offer their patients the best possible care. TK numbers stay the same The enrollment in the Thornapple Kellogg School District have stayed the same as the final count last year. 2859. According to business manager Alice Jansma, “It is the first year in many that the number of graduating seniors was not surpassed by those of entering kindergart- ♦ Residential nets.” The next official count is taken in February and Jansma expects the numbers to go up at that time. And then for next year, “there are waiting lists at the pre-school” so the numbers could be quite different," Jansma says. If HAIRCUTS I s10 ♦ Commercial Industrial ... come and see how beautiful your room can be! Governor John Engler has declared October as Spinal Health Care month. In honorof that declaration. Tanya Seif is offering tree consul tations and exams to kids (18 and under) for the month of October. For more information about prenatal and pediatric • chiropractic care, visit the ICPA website. For more in formation about Dr. Tanya Seif, contact her at her Northland office at 3611908 or at the Caledonia of­ fice 891-8153 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. (Tuesday 7 30 a.m. to 12 p.m.) MAKykav something for from everyday care to ipecial gifu Mary Kay oHeri lomething for everyone m the family Lori Baldwin iNDtPtNIXNT BtAUTY CONVUOANf (616) 891-0792 www merykey com/lbeldwirWi Perms MO & up Includes haircut. CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL /n The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S E (M-37) • Caledonia. Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891 -9000 FAX 616/891 -9025 616-795-1268 1787 Payne Lake Road • Middleville, Michigan 49333 OPEN Bl APPOINTMENT ONLY �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 1 2002/Page 7 Freeport Fun Day has great weather A day of good eating began at the pancake breakfast hosted by the Freeport Fire Department. More photos from Free­ port Fun Day on Sept. 28 are found in today s Re­ minder Here Lani Forbes takes donations and shows oft some of the equipment funds will be used to pur­ chase MILLPOND CONDOS Thomapple River & Downtown Middleville Payments from: $898/mo.* EPA-Five Star Energy Rated • 5 miles Paved Paul Henry Biking/Walking Trail • 1320-2300 sq. ft. (269) 795-0000 ■. (616) 891-0993 ;it us at v.usps.com qm product MILL POND WKtrt Na tun Kri/iu iufnma information Information Center 126 E. Main Downtown Middleville (Corner of High Street and Main Slice!) •Principle and imerru based on buuvr pncc of $115,900. 10** down payment of $18590 and loan amount of $ 176.60V /tew a/. Sneakers are not re­ quired for basketball suc­ cess After Effects HAIR STUDIO T 4611 North M-37 Hwy., Middleville 269-795 0053 A n^Victoria’s Charm Affordable Fine Jewelry 269-795-0039 Victoria lietit, Owner MASSAGES Julia Lake CMT Reflexologist Eric Baird CMT Retie xoiogist Reiki Practitioner Rejuvenation Table Therapy CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS ABOVE LEFT: A distinctive part of the Fun Day celebration is a one day only cancellation. Here Velma Humphrey waits to have her post­ card canceled by Free­ port Postmaster Diane Fisk as clerk Margaret Nicholson and Freeport Historical Society repre­ sentative Colleen Smelker looks on. 269-795-0053 Why do all the work when we can do it for you? lC\\'Naum jlleahtvs Ketizement Oittdije Ed ward Jones What is Your Financial Future? Everyone has different financial needs. That is why Edward Jones is locally offering a variety of informational and educational investment classes. Whether you want to get the most out of your retirement, help your children or grandchildren reach their dreams, or build a sound portfolio for your future, Edward Jones is here to help guide your financial decisions. Please join me at the Caledonia Resource Center for the following classes: Investment Basics Tuesday, November 5 Retirement Planning Tuesday, October 15 Paying for College Thursday, October 10 All courses begin at 6:30 p.m. in Room 5A and there is a five dollar charge per person. 1821 N. East St., Hastings. Ml 49058 An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community Edward Jones it Now Taking Reservations # Woodlawn Meadows is pleased to offer assisted thing services io those requiring various levels of assistance with activities of daft Ihing and specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer s disease and other related dementias. Limited vacancy remaining in assisted fil ing.__________ 616-897-0200 A Leisure Living Managed Company - uuu Iffiurp-lMng com Serving Individual Investor* Since 1871 Please contact the Caledonia Resource Center soon as possible to make your reservations (616) 811-6117 Member NASD, SIPC Drew McFadden Investment Representative For further information please caM (616)891-1179 yi �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/October 1.2002 Caledonia senior named as National Merit Semi-Finalist Caledonia resident and high school senior Eileen C. Fleischmann has been named a National Merit Semi-Finalist. The National Meat Schol­ arship Competition Program (NMSC) is a privately fin­ anced academic competition for recognition and scholar­ ships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) as sophomores or juniors. The PSAT test serves as the initial screen for more than 1.3 million high school students each year. Eileen, who attends South Christian High School was among the initial 50,000 high school students nation­ wide with the highest PSAT Selection Index scores (ver­ bal + math + writing skills scores). However from this number, approximately 2/3 or about 34,(XX) receive Ixttcrs of Commendation in recognition of their academ­ ic promise, and became known as ‘Commended Stu­ dents.* Commended Stu­ dents do not continue in the Eileen C. Fleischmann competition for Ment Schol­ arship Awards. Eileen Fleischmanns' sel­ ection score for the 99th per­ centile placed her in the top 16,000 students nationwide named as National Merit Semi-Finalists. To ensure that academically able young people from all parts of the United States are included in this talent pod. semifinalists are designated on a state representational basis. 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Ment Scholarship awards are of three types; National Ment $2500 Scholarships, corporate-sponsored Merit Scholarship awards, and col­ lege-sponsored Ment Schol­ arship awards. A top student at South Chnstian. Eileen has earned varsity letters in track and is an All-Conference athlete. She has been active in foren­ sics, school plays and musi­ cals. plays piano and French hom. and speaks Spanish. She has attended the US Naval Academy and US Military Academy Invita­ tional Summer workshops. She also attended the Cen­ tral Michigan University Athletic Training Camp and was an exchange student to Mexico. She is a volunteer with the Inter-city Christian Federation (ICCF), a special education assistant for Christian Connections, and a volunteer for the Spanish speaking children at Academia de Espanol in Grand Rapids. She hopes to continue her education in one of the health sciences fields. Eileen is the daughter of Frederick and Dr. Shirley T. Fleischmann of Caledonia. Call 945-9554“ for Sun & News classified ads Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valiev 891-8980 Pearson-Cook tach office mdepenOenttv owned and operated FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Proud to be in Middleville To the editor: Throughout this summer I was again reminded why I am so proud to be from Middleville and why I am so glad I convinced my wife to raise our family here. Middlevillians. with all our different backgrounds, interests and political per­ suasions. always have come together when it comes to looking out for the best interests of our community and our kids. Thanks from the Schipper kids and all the kids for your “yes” vote on the school bond issue. Throughout this past sum­ mer. I had the opportunity to speak with many parents, grandparents, longtime resi­ dents and new residents of Middleville. Almost to a person the people with whom I spoke had positive things to say about our schools and were eager to help our kids in any way they could. That’s not to say that we all would spent the $24 mil­ lion in exactly the same way or that we are 100% satisfied with all that happens at the schools, but it does mean that we are all willing to put aside our differences and band together when it comes to giving our kids every' opportunity to succeed. That’s the Middleville I grew up in and the Middle­ ville I am so glad still exists. (And, don’t ever take that for granted because many com­ munities do not unite like we do.) Unfortunately, or fortu­ nately. I was first on the scene a few weeks ago when Eric “Lee" Reyff was tragi­ cally killed in a car accident. The scene is permanently etched in my mind. And. the thought that keeps coming back to me is that I hope and pray that Eric’s time in our community and at our schools was fun. I pray we as a community did all we could to provide him with a quality and fun learning environment. From that day forward I have promised my kids and I’ll promise yours that our family will do all we can to continue to make Middle­ ville and our schools a great place for our kids. I know that new buildings and classrooms don’t by themselves make schools better, but they are one of the building blocks. They are the base and the teachers, parents, and community pro­ vide the rest. I don’t know if it takes a village to raise a child, but it sure does help. Mike and Lon Schipper, Middleville Caledonia library proponents need to re-think strategy To the editor: The new library building discussion is beginning to sound rather bizarre to those of us with any kind of his­ torical perspective. Five years ago our local library construction commit­ tees were campaigning for a 10,000-square foot-building, which at that time was a million dollar building that could realistically be placed on a number of locations near the Caledonia village population center. Local library proponents proposed they obtain most or all the construction costs in donations, with the Cale­ donia Township Board pledging a six-figure amount toward capital costs, and paying for preliminary de­ sign architectural fees. At that time, roughly $30,000 in donations were collected, and is being held privately by local library promoters. It is unknown if further dona­ tions have been collected. Now the building size promoted has burgeoned to closer Io 25,(XX) square feet. The cost of this building and the large lot required, even using low-ball figures, be­ gins to look like it will cat up between $4 million and $5 million. To the best of my knowl­ edge, no one has specifically addressed where this money will come from, except the pie in the sky notion that lo­ cal government will pay. Remember, once the build­ ing is constructed, by what­ ever means, township gov­ ernment will be obligated for all building related ex­ penses. These expenses alone will be a very substan­ tial addition to the Caledo­ nia Township budget. It might be educational to ask the advice of the Cale­ donia School System Ad­ ministration for costs of building and operating a building of this quality and size. I am sure they would be experts in this area. No one can seriously say they arc against the idea of a new library building. Li­ brary promoters have a valid point that until a firm loca­ tion is picked, it is difficult to solicit serious pledges and donations. But since the Vil­ lage of Caledonia is an inte­ gral part of Caledonia Township, it has no obliga­ tion to contribute land or funds. 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Ml/October 1.2002/Page 9 TK Homecoming has great weather, heartbreaking score There was a lot of dancing going on during the game 2001 Homecoming queen Lindsay Dobson and King Aaron Alvarez returned to be part of the festivities by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Homecoming on Septem­ ber 27 and the Spirit Week preceding it provide a con­ duit for youthful energy and enthusiasm in the Thornap­ ple Kellogg School district. Students at the middle Waiting for half-time to begin the court assem­ bled at the high school. Pictured from left in the front row are Angela Blood. Nikki Weidmann, Megan Dutcher, Janine Dykstra, Jessica Wenger, and Stacy Huizinga Standing behind them are Justin Wilson, Bobby Roush, Isaac Thaler, and Alex Robinson. Not pic­ tured are football players Nick Otto and Justin VanSpronsen. and high schools dressed up and down during the week. Continued next page CELEBRATING 116 YEARS OF COMMUNITY BANKING ■ Caledonia Community Players V Present KT ■ 4 The Hobbit based on the Tolkien classic adapted by Markland Taylor Join Bilbo the Hobbit and Gandalf the Wizard on an exciting, dangerous adventure to find gold in a dragon’s mountain. This show runs approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes Due to the content (there are a few scary scenes! this show is recommended for children 8 and up. October 26, 2002 • 7:00 p.m. Caledonia High School Performing Art Center Reserved Seat Tickets on Sale at the Caledonia Resource Center Office Admission $3.50 General Admission tickets sold at the door. Tickets max be purchased by phone w uh a Visa or Master Card Call 891-8117 for more information * Hastings City Bank Board of Directors * J William H. Wallace. President and C.E.O.. Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Robert E. Picking. Chairman of the Board. Hastings City Bank Douglas A. DeCamp. President and C.E.O.. Flexfab Horiwns International. Inc. James R. Wiswell. President. Barry County Lumber Company Archie A. Warner. President and C.E.O.. Harder and Warner Nursery. Inc . Andrew F. Johnson. President. Hastings Manufacturing Company Mark A. Kolanowski. President and C.E.O.. Hastings City Bank A. Earlene Baum. Secretary/Treasurer. Hastings Fiberglass Products. Inc. William V. Weick. President. Weick's Foodtown. Inc. COME JOIN US. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 1.2002 The TK mascot greeted the crowd From previous page high school classes vied for dominance in contests at as­ semblies and in the hall ways. This year’s “jug yell” raised the roof in the high school gymnasium. Students had a chance to show off their tumbling skills as well. Hall decorating prizes went to the Senior class for its depiction of New Or­ leans. Jazz and all. Also featured were Las Vegas full of dice and card, Houston with a rodeo, Honolulu with palm trees and the staff’s Anchorage, Alaska. f-riday night, the selection of the king and queen crowned homecoming's half time entertainment. The Thornapplc Kellogg football team lead at half-time only to lose by a heartbreaking score of 26-25 to the Hawkeyes of Hamilton. The homecoming court gathered to prepare for halftime ceremonies without football players Nick Otto and Justin VanSpronsen. Flowers were distributed and the 2001 queen and king. Lindsay Dobson and Aaron Alvarez were wel­ comed back. Student council advisor Jaime Nelson was hard at work making sure every­ thing was ready. The high school band gave game goers just a taste of their Beach Boys pro­ gram with “Help Me Rhonda” with the rest to be performed at the next home game. The members of the Homecoming Court were in­ troduced to great applause and Angela Biood and Nick Otto were selected Homecoming Queen and King crowned by the 2001 Roy­ alty. GcmmJ weather graced this year s homecoming and the crowds were as enthusiastic as ever. Homecoming fes­ tivities ended with the Homecoming Dance on Sat­ urday night. East Town Homes Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Holly Klunder from the TK Student Council helps advisor Jaime Dobson with the flowers Janine Dykstra changes into dressy shoes Eleanor (Ellie) Villerot (Gulch) Spirit week activities included tumbling during the obstacle course at the high school where you could lose your hat Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? I^ase options available • Mortgage interest and property taxes may be tax. deductible ill/ • Own a home - build equity • Ealy carefree living - oo outside maintenance SOUTH LYONS - Mrs. Eleanor (Ellie) Villerot (Gulch), age 71, of South Lyons (summer residence » Sandy Pines) went to be with her Lord Sunday, Sept. 22. 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents Delia and Emest Friend and one sister, Thela slater. She is survived by her husband, Russell Villerot; her children, Mark (Jeanie) Gulch of Baldwin, Walter (Beth) Gulch of Middleville, Sue (Terry) Shaffer of Wyo­ ming; her step-children, Russell (Phyllis) Villerot of Brighton, Richard (Sandy) Villerot of South Lyons, • Roger (Annette) Villerot of Fowlerville, and David \ dieiot of Howell; 11 grandchildren; two great­ grandchildren; two sisters. Doris (Russell) Haase, Betty (Jake) VanDyke; one broth er, William (Manan) Friend, a brother in-law and two sis ters-in-law; nieces and nephews. The funeral service was held Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2002. Pastor Kyle IX*Young officiated. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery. The family suggests dona lions to Hospice of Michi­ gan. Arrangements were made by Matthyssc-Kuiper IXGraaf Funeral Home. • 2 or J bedrooms, I or 2 baths, 3 levels of liv- Call 945-9554 anytime to place your Sun & News ACTIONAd & reach over 11,000 area homes! U***** * i Remembering REALTY GROUP, LLC. Amy DeKleine Brian John McGavin on his 31st Birthday 616 299 6”% • 616-583-5000 ext 207 104-71 ~ 2- 1(19 Dressing up was fun at the middle school with students here doing their best to look like farmers and the high school Gleaner’s Food Truck in Caledonia Saturday The final distribution of 2002 of the food from the Gleaner’s Food Truck is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5 in Caledonia beginning at 9 a.m. This is sponsored by Holy Family Catholic Parish and is held in the church parking lot. Holy Family is at Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street. All are welcome to share in the distribution of free food without regard to in­ come or financial status. Participants should bring boxes or bags to put food in. He have an angel standing watch above us as we sleep. He gathers up the hopes and dreams our family needs to keep. His is the tiny voice that whispers in our ears. The worlds of love and good advice that conquers grief and Jears. His presence keeps us company each step along our way. And helping us cope with missing him each moment of the day. Happy* Birthday, Bri!!! We love and miss you very much. TXA JomU» F Tkrftoa �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 1.2002/Page 11 Hall of Fame, continued from page 1 football. Benedict was sen­ ior athlete of the year in ’66. He currently holds five re­ cords in football. Benedict attended Western Michigan University and Cornerstone University. He currently serves as varsity assistant baseball coach to CHS. LaRaine (Tiemeyer) Salmon is a 1977 Caledonia graduate. She ran track hersenior year, the first year that it was offered at CHS. Her accomplishments in­ clude setting school records in track in the mile, 2 mile, 440 and 880 as well as plac­ ing first in conference, sec­ ond in regionals and eighth at state. Salmon also partici­ pated for four years on the varsity basketball team, earning All-Conference first team honors her senior year She was the team's Most Valuable Player for three consecutive years in addi­ tion to senior athlete of the year in *77. She went on to play basketball for Calvin College. Jim Uyl has contributed to the school district as well as the community in the ca­ pacity of coach, manager and organizer for over 25 years. He has served as di­ rector of Caledonia youth programs in baseball, bas­ ketball and football. Uyl has worked as an official and mentor to many Caledonia athletes and coaches. He has served as the manager and director of the West Michi­ gan 78’ers Football league and a camp instructor in a variety of sports. Kris Emerson-Simpson has the distinction, thus far. of being the only CHS Hall of Fame Athlete that is also a Caledonia Education Foundation Honored Alumni, an recognition that she received in 2001. Emer­ son-Simpson is a 1983 CHS graduate. She still holds 10 CHS records in basketball. She was All-State for both her junior and senior years and a member of CHS's state semi-final team in 1981. Simpson was All­ Conference in softball as well as volleyball. Her ac­ complishments - post Cale­ donia - include attendingMichigan State University where she held the MSU scoring title until 1999. She was a two time, All-Ameri­ can selection at MSU and ranks in the top 10 of their career statistics. She has been a collegiate head coach f------- heights including 23 confer­ ence championships. 108 consecutive dual meet victo­ ries (the longest in Michigan history according to a CHS staff member) and the 1999 state team championships, topping it off with runnersup in 2000 and 2001. In to­ tal. his teams assembled a record in all sports of 691 wins. The first five spots in the Caledonia High School Ath­ letic Hall of Fame represent the pride and spirit of Cale­ donia - past and present. Reigler Photography @ by ZoAnn Reigler Group. Individual Wedding and Pet Photography H Musician Rick Charette returns to TK Musician Rick Charette is a favorite of children in the Thornapplc Kellogg school district He has traveled from his home in Maine with his guitar to perform for students several times. This year he and his key­ board player Roy Clark will perform for students at Lee and McFall on Friday. Oct. 4. This visit is sponsored by the McFall Elementary School and the McFall PTO. These concerts will be held in the high school audito­ rium. In addition Charette will perform in a special family concert on Saturday. Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. in the auditorium. “You’re never to old to sing songs about mud or pop­ corn,” a TK middle school student says. Tickets for this family concert are just $1 for adults and children are admitted free. Charette will be joined since 1995 in Indiana. John Soderman is very possibly one of the best known Hall of Earners as he has spent more than 35 years coaching the youth of Cale­ donia. He started his career at St. Ignace High School. In 1965. he became the head boys trackcoach where he stayed until his retirement last spring. Soderman has also served as head coach for girls cross country and head football coach. Under his tutelage many of his teams reached top athletic by youthful voices as he sings “I love Mud.” “Bub­ blegum” and “Popcorn.” He will probably teach students a few new songs as well. 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Irtn*e w snato and onion Served with fries. ‘OLIVER BURGER - A mountain of fresh fries kipped with Monterey s cheese blend and bacon. served with homemade ranch dressing ........................................ $5.45 Cheeseburger deluxe topped with green olives and mayo MONTEREY TENDERS - ‘BACON CHEESEBURGER - Chicken tenderloins coated with a house batter and fried to a golden brown, served with fries and the sauce of your choice $5-95 Cheeseburger deluxe topped with crisp bacon MOZZAREIXA CHEESE STICKS $5.45 Cheeseburger topped with barbecue sauce and grilled ham CHEESY GARLIC BREAD Burger deluxe topped with grilled mushrooms and swiss cheese $4.95 HOUSE BREAD STICKS Six garlic bread sticks served with a house red sauce $3 45 Not your ordinary wings, deep fried, and tossed in our Louisiana hot sauce, served with blue cheese dressing $5-95 Burger deluxe seasoned with cajun spices topped with pepper jack cheese $5.95 ‘BURGER DELUXE $5 95 35 -.Monterey steaks and burgers are cooked to your choke, consuming of raw or uncooked meal may uu reav your chance of fixxjlxime illness, especially if you have certain medical conditk <ns" SANTA FE SPINACH DIP A creamy Mend of pannesan cheese and spinach topped with sour c ream, served with homemade tortilla chips and salsa ............................ $6.45 SANDWICHES All sandwiches served on a grilled multi grain kaiser roil with fries (Unless specified) GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH - SAMPLER PLATTER A combination platter including our Monterey tenders, loaded cheese fries, mozzarella cheese sinks and southwest egg rolls ................... $7.95 Grilled chicken breast topped with lettuce and tomato, served with honey mustard sauce ADD CHEESE $5.45 3$ SPICY CHICKEN - NACHO SUPREME Fresh tortilla chips topped with Monterey s cheese blend, lettuce, diced tomatoes. Mack olives, onions and jalapeno peppers served with sour cream and salsa . ADO SEASONED CHICKEN OR BEEF ADD GUACAMOLE CHIPS .AND SALSA - A never ending plate of our homemade tortilla chips served w ith salsa $5.25 $ 1 40 $ 50 $3 25 Grilled chicken breast seasoned with cajun spices, topped with pepper jack cheese, lettuce and tomato, with Southwest mayo $5 95 MONTEREY WRAPPER A large tortilla filled with Monterey tenders Monterey s cheese blend, barbecue sauce, bacon lettuce and tomato $5 95 GRILLED DELI Layers of hot ham. turkey bacon and American cheese, served on grilled french Mead CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP OR SOUP OF THE DAY - $575 FRENCH DIP $2.25 ......................$325 SENSATIONAL SALADS A generous portion of roasted turkey tn a debouus pita Loaded wrfh lettuce, tomato Monterey cheese Mend and mayo $3-75 $5 95 $7.35 $6 95 $7.55 Gntted chicken breast topped with grilled ham. mushrooms. onions Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce and tomato $6 25 Fned chicken breast topped w«h bacon, racked Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce and tomato served w<h a «de of ranch $6 25 Stacked with your choice of com beef or turkey topped wrfh stacked sauerkraut, Thousand island dressing Served hot on grilled rye bread mmm cheese and $5.95 BBQ BEEF GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD Grilled chicken bread on lop erf garden fresh lettuce topped wsth Morneses * cheese Mend egg, mushrooms, diced tomatoes Mack uines onms and twon $6.25 DOUBLE STACKED REUBEN - CHICKEN TENDER SALAD Fried chicken tenders w «h a luscious Mend of greens topped wch Momrarv * cheese Mend, mushrooms d*ed tomatoes onaons and bacon Grilled chicken breast topped with bacon, grilled mushrooms and Monterey cheese Mend topped w ah lettuce and tomato CHICKEN RANCH MELT - SOL TH OF THE BORDER A generous portion of fresh greens tupped w«h Monterey s cheese Mend, diced sauiots, Mack olives, ontun and loroAa «tnp» Served w«h saba Your choice of fagta ch* ken or teasuaed beef $5 75 BIG MONTY - GAESAR SALAD Romaine lettuce, pannesan cheese diced tomatoes, and Mack ofaves WITH MARINATED CHICKEN BREAST $5 95 SMOTHERED CHICKEN SANDWICH MONTEREY HOUSE S ALAD A bed of fresh greens topped with Monterey s cheese Mend dwed tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, egg and croutons Grilled french bread stuffed with sliced roast beef, swiss cheese and mushrooms Served with a side of Au Ju. TURKEY PITA - AU salads served with your choice of dressing and bread stick A hearty portion erf slow cooked BBQ beef topped with red onions and American cheese $7.45 CHIEF S ALAD - BLACKENED CATFISH A lender cajun catfish fitter topped w«h lettuc e and tomato Served w«h a Southwest mayo An assortment erf turi.es ham. hacoc. Morneiey s cheese Mend nusboam unrom egg and diced tomatoes, a top a bed of fresh greens $6.95 Fa Fne —igbrrn Vin»r '■> . Ikan $5.95 ‘CAJUN BURGER add cheese................................................................................................ BUFFALO WINGS - SOUP AND SALAD $5.95 ‘MUSHROOM BURGER Grilled garlic freiich Iwead smothered with Monterey cheese blend and served with a house red sauce Your choice of a howl of soup w«h our Momrrev house salad $5.95 ‘MEMPHIS SMOKED BURGER Stic ks of creamy mozzarella lightly breaded, deep fried and served with our house red sauce Cup Bowl $5 95 HALF SANDWICH COMBO A half erf the sandwich erf the dav wah your choice erf a bowl erf soup or a Monterey house salad $5.75 $5.95 $6 25 $5 25 HOT ROAST BEEF SANDWICH Gntted wheat bread covered with sliced roast beef and beef gravy served with red skin mashed potatoes . $5.75 �The Sun and News. Mxjdtev«Me. MVOctobec 1. 2002/Page 13 9175 Cherry Valley (formerly Brandywine) ENTREES MONTEREY RIBS AH entrees served with your choice of two side* (IJnlesa spec tried) SubMkute a aide dish far a bowl of arxip 75 All ribs served with a Houm- salad ami firmh fries BABY BACK RIBS HOMESTYLE POT ROAST $7.55 A ‘low cooked homestyle pot roast topped with beef gravy A full rack of our smoked baby back ribs basted with barbecue sauce RIBS AND SHRIMP COMBO SMOTHERED CHICKEN Marinated grilled < luc ken lircast topped with grilled mushrooms, bacon and smothered with Monte rey s c hersc blend HONEY MUSTARD CHIC KEN - A half rack of our baby back ribs served with lightly beaded shrimp $8 95 RIBS AND CHICKEN COMBO A half rack of our baby back ribs served with grilled barbecue chicken $845 (•rilled chicken breast covered with honey mustard sauce •NEW YORK STRIP STEAK - RIBS AND TENDERS COMBO A half rack of our baby bat k nbs served with our Monterey chicken tenders A lemler 12 ounce steak char grilled to your choke and seasoned to perfectkin Served with a Monterey salad and your choke of side dish $11 45 FISH AND SHRIMP PLATTER Hearty portion of tiecr flattered fish and shrimp Served with a Monterey .salad and your choke of side dish $13 95 $1295 $10.95 $11.45 DESSERTS CINNAMON APPLE CRUNCH PIE $995 A home baked apple pie complimented with a side of delicious cinnamon crunc h ice cream CARAMEL BANANA FRIED CHEESE CAKE ♦MONTEREY MOUTHFUL Order at your own risk!! A one pound burger with three cheeses, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pkities, and onions. Served with french fries BBQ CHICKEN A wonderful blend of banana and cheese cake deep fried and topped with a hot caramel sauce $7.95 $8.25 Marinated grilled chk'ken breast basted in a bartiecue sauce $395 $395 FRIED ICE CREAM A generous portion of premium vanilla ice cream, breaded in our secret crust smothered with hot fudge, caramel and whipped cream ............................... $395 BROWNIE BOWL - MONTEREY TENDERS ighickrn tenderloins coated with our house batter, fried to perfection and served with a sauce of your choke ...................... $8.45 A layer of our homemade brownie, topped with two scoops of our premiium vanilla ke cream, hot fudge, whipped cream and nuts $395 MOOSETRACKS ICE CREAM PIE - •SIZZLER STEAK $8.95 i A juky 8 ounce sizzler steak served with garik toast and your choice of two side dishes •GRILLED SIRLOIN A 10 ounce sirloin topped with grilled mushnxnns and onions. Served with a Monterey salad and your choke of skie dish Layers of moosetracks ke cream and Reeces peanut butter cups in a chocolate crust topped with hot fudge............ . $10.45 BLACKENED CATTISH A light and fluffy slke of cheese cake topped with your choke of delicous toppings of strawberries, hot fudge or caramel. Plain ; Cajun catfish fillets delickiush seasoned and served with a Monterey salad and your choice -of side dish $10.95 $12.95 SIDES Side Salad. Red Skm Mashed Fotaioes. Seasoned Rue Fries. Apple Sauce. Coir Slaw C.xtagr Cheese. Fenucme AMrrdo. Vegetat4e <4 the Day. 1 lb baked Potatoes (.After S-00». Monterey Loaded Mashed Potatoes add SO PASTAS AND MORE!! PASTA MARINARA Penne pasta topped with a house red sauce and pannesan cheese Served with a bread stick and a Monterey Salad With grilled chicken....................... $8.25 $965 CHICKEN PARMESAN cheese xened with a Ixvad stick and a Monterev xalad $3.95 $3.45 STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE A buttermilk biscuit topped with vanilla ke cream, strawiiernes and whipped cream FRESH CATCH FEATURE Ask your server about the fresh catch feature of the day. Served with a house salad and one side dish $395 CHEESE CAKE - BEVERAGES LEMONADE ICE TEA COFFEE HOT TEA HOT CHOCOLATE MILK JUICES COKE. DIET COKE, SPRITE, ROOT BEER, MELLOW YELLOW AND HI-C PUNCH (UNLLMITED REFILLS) $3.55 $1.50 $1.50 $1.25 $1 25 $1 25 $1 25 $1.55 $1 50 $1095 Bl RRITO GRANDE $7.25 CHICKEN ALFREDO FULL SERVICE CATERING AVAILABLE $1095 CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA $1195 CHICKEN QUESADILLAS $6 95 891-2928 Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m Sunday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middle viBe Ml/October 1. 2002 High demand for Caledonia sand continues by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A request to permit an­ other mining operation in Caledonia was brought to the Caledonia Township Planning Commission Sept. 16 by Kentwood Excavat­ ing. (not connected to K & R Trucking), but it was post­ poned for in-depth consid­ eration. Dan Roodvoets brought the request for the permitted mining operation (PMRjat 65(X) Buttrick. He said the property was acquired about 25 years ago for the purpose of mining the materials for construction. The sand is to be used for the company’s own construction, and not to be sold toother companies. "Some people may ask why another sand pit and why can't we buy it from the pits that arc around here now?" Roodvoets said. "That reason is that we can't be competitive in our busi­ ness if we have to buy the material from other contrac­ tors." In addition to cost markup factors, he said other contractors don’t have hours that arc conducive to construction schedules, and often the company is out of luck if it needs materials. He said often trucks wait 45 minutes to get a load of sand. Though the mining was requested and turned down before, Roodvoets said he was trying again for the given reasons. Roodvoets said only 12 company trucks, would be hauling the materials. He said the company in­ tends to pave Buttrick Ave­ nue. as well as the entrance drive, which was not yet ap­ proved by the Kent County Road Commission. He said the road would be con­ structed to county road specifications. Dust control measures in the mining area were planned. The gate to the pit would be locked when the pit is not open, he explained. Operating hours would be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday. Trucks haul from April through February. Roodvoets said the parcel is estimated to have 850.000 cubic yards of sand in it. He estimated it would take ten or less years to use it up. Company wide, about 500.000 yards per year are consumed, but from other sources nearer different sites, from as far away as Hastings. He explained when the PMR was complete, the end use would be a residential plat with about 16 lots along a street. "There will be a total of eight phases." and only one open at a time. As each phase is depleted, it would be closed, and topsoil spread. Earth movers would stockpile the topsoil around the perimeter of each area. The berms would be seeded and silt fenced. "Safety fenc­ ing would be installed around all the cells as we are working. " Roodvoets prom­ ised. "As one phase is nearing completion, the next phase would be stripped and pre­ pared for sand extraction." Front end loaders would remove the sand. He said the equipment reverse beepers are below 80 decibels. No crushing or processing on site would be done. "We will not be mining down near the water table," Roodvoets said, and he clarified that no mining would go below the water table. "All the drainage on the site will be directed to­ ward the center of the prop­ erty." he explained. He referred to a map where a U-shaped area would contain a retention area to collect the run-off with no pond drainage off the site. The company is now min­ ing along Broadmoor, which Roodvoets said would have exhausted the materials within the next two years. He said there was nearly no sand left, and soon the area in the pit would be re­ claimed. Public hearing: Several people, most of whom live close by. asked for denial of the application. Tom Reddington focused on traffic safety for 100 families in the area near the proposed PMR. who moved or built there for a good place to raise their families. He mentioned the hilly roads, approaching 68th Street on Buttrick, and to the west on 68th Street. Visibil­ ity is impaired. Double bot­ tomed trucks which stop near the bottom cannot be seen from the top. There is not corner clearance for two of these trucks to pass each CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 21. 2002, at 7:00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, concerning proposed ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinances are the following 1 Home Based Business Section 16.5 of the Zoning Ordinance would be amended so as to add a special land use for home based business. The special land use would be available tn the A District, the R-R District and the R-1 District. if approved by the Planning Commission after pub­ lic heanng and public notice Section 2.2 of the Zoning Ordinance would be amended to define a home based business as an occupation of limited scope located on a parcel of land being used for residential purposes, operated by one or more residents of the dwelling on the property and which does not quality as a home occupation The amending ordinance includes restrictions and limitations on a home based business including limitations on the area of the dwelling or acces­ sory building used in the business, prohibition on outdoor storage, prohibition on exterior changes in the property except for limited signage. requirements for adequate off-street parking araa, and prohibition on senous adverse effects on adjacent or nearby lands. Other provisions include stan­ dards for determining whether a home based business shaB be approved 2 Broadmoor/Cheny Valley Comdex Overlay District An amended Chapter XXVil wcxJd be added to toe Zoning Ordinance to amend m its entirety toe Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Comdex Overlay District The district includes lands 660 feet in width on either side of toe centerline of Highway M-37. from 60th Street to 100th Street The provisions to the Overlay District would appty m addition to those of the zone districts m which the lands are located The Overlay Ckstnct indudes provisions on location of driveways, prowtfrng of utilities, landscaping off-street parking and loading areas lot coverage by buritfrngs signage buffer areas, and provisions on burtcfcng placement, toe screening of services areas and other matters 3 Off-Street Parking. goading Areas ana Access R^Ksremfinis Cbarter xx of toe Zorxng Ordinance, covering oft street parking and toadng. would be amended to its entirety The chap­ ter includes provisions on required off-street parking, permessbie reduefron of parking areas, pro­ hibition on outdoor storage, screening of parking and loading areas, method of caJcUa&or lor required number of parking spaces, teghbng of parking areas and toe mrwnum number of offstreet parking spaces required tor vanous land uses tn al zoned efestnets of toe Townshp Other provisions include requirements on toe design and layout of partang areas, wtdto of parting spaces and dnvtng lanes parking area surfaces and curbing drainage and bgfitng ano other pro­ visions pertaining to safe and convenient access to and use of oft street parking and toadng areas All interested persons may attend the pubke heanng and oommen* on toe proposed amendng ordinances Wntten comments on the amending ordnances may be submitted to toe Townshp office, at the above-stated address up to toe wne of toe pubfre heanng Dated September 27. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 303 other when turning in op­ posing directions. School buses using both streets also cannot pass trucks on the turn. In winter conditions, stop­ ping is impaired, and by adding sand trucks to the congestion, hazardous con­ ditions are increased. In one case, several children 14 and under are dropped off on 68th Street, from where they walk to homes on Buttrick. The partially paved areas on Buttrick are 24 feet wide, still graveled, and with no walkway. Reddington ex­ plained. Another street. Woodvale Avenue, also has blind spots. Crystal Bellgraph repre­ sented 60 to 70 residents from the area. She said they “want to know how Ken­ twood Excavating can pro­ vide for the safety and wel­ fare of children... on the streets. This is a densely populated rural residential neighborhood that our chil­ dren have been able to feel safe in, for riding their bicy­ cles. skateboarding, roller­ blading, etc." She said families living on Buttrick walk along the road, for exercise, walking dogs, all times of day, hav­ ing moved there so they could, and they don't want to give up these activities. "We're very concerned that our children will not be able to play in their own neighborhood any more be­ cause it will be too danger­ ous with all the additional trucks going up and down Buttrick." She lives by the danger­ ous corner, and said the Dutton Christian School bus drops off the children who must walk to their homes from There. "There are three other bus stops on Buttrick. These buses are loaded with 50 to 60 children and as many as 90 on the largest buses." She asked if the proposed paving would be to full county standards, and wanted to know the pro­ posed direction of the trucks, as they approached the hilltop. After talking to county and sheriff officials, "Traffic counts have doubled and tri­ pled," she stated, referring to the interim since the com­ pany first applied for a PMR in 1988. There were 41 accidents between 1998 and 2001, she reported, at the intersections of 68th with Whitneyville, Buttrick. and Pine Edge. There are also many near misses never reported, re­ viewing 20 years experience at that residence and Bell­ graph said it was an ex­ tremely dangerous comer, with limited sight from the comer where people must turn. "People get rear ended there." She said a loaded sand truck try ing to move up the hill, would not be seen by other drivers before it was too late, and they would go into the rear end of the trucks. She explained about a curve complicating the prob­ lem. She said the road needed widening, or an ac­ celeration lane, but even still, the turn would be haz­ ardous because of the traffic from both directions. She mentioned winter condi­ tions, in which sliding back­ wards on the hill was a coocem. She asked if the road was widened, how many trees would be taken out. which now contribute to the quality of life and are wanted by residents. She asked if Kentwood Excavating planned to lower the hill on 68th Street to in­ crease the sight distance. Bellgraph concluded w ith other concerns from resi­ dents w hich had to do with noise from the trucks, vibra­ tions. dust, air quality for people with breathing prob­ lems. and the character of the neighborhood. Beverly Kingma testified to being witness to accidents with trucks by her driveway, one which "took out the lit­ tle girl next door." She told of two vehicles ending up­ side-down in her driveway, one which was a fatality I Continued next page MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting SEPTEMBER 10. 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville. Michigan Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville. Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson. Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Minutes of the August 27, 2002 meeting were approved as corrected The Agenda was approved as written Mr Myers publicly expressed thanks to Ray and Cheryl Peters, the Heritage Days Committee, Middleville Police Officers and Reserve Officers for a job well done for Heritage Days. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated September 06, 2002 in the amount of $213,390.05, on a motion made by Mr. Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 2 Approved the labor agree ment between the Village of Middleville and Teamsters, Local 214 on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Bray 3 Approved installation of fencing at Stagecoach Park, near the river at a cost not to exceed $5000 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Approved maintenance contract with Standby Power to perform a maintenance exami­ nation of Village generators at cost not to exceed $4350 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Pullen 5 Adiourned the meeting at 7 42 p m on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a.m and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. (300) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD Special Meeting A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 p m on Wednesday October 2nd 2002. at the Caledonia Township/ Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4 PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the September 18. 2002 Meeting B. Correspondence Not requiring Board Action C. Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A 2003 Budget Heanng B Fall Leave Drop-Off C Barber School - Repairs D Landscape Bids E Sale of Alaska Hall 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT <-’tty Bank ^tn,e PART-TIME TELLER Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer ser­ vice We are currently looking for a Part-Time Teller to join our team We currently have an opening in our Middleville office. Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply in the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W Court St.. Hastings, Ml 49058 EOE/M-F �The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi,October 1 2002/Page 15 From previous page don't want to see anyone else hurt," she said. Matthew Mahassick fo­ cused on the supply and de­ mand of the immediate area. He said area sand mining operation owner Doug VerMeulen gave a letter dated Aug. 10. 2002. to Cascade Township wanting to mine 2.5 million cubic yards in the Whitneyville area. He read the letter, which stated there were only three operators in Caledonia in 1989. Caledonia had denied his application on grounds of adequate supply of aggre­ gate in the township. Since then, eight new per­ mits had been issued, the letter said, to mine an excess of 10 million cubic yards. He said the reason for not exhausting his pit. and ex­ tending the time to reach the end use. with three million cubic yards remaining, was the excessive number of op­ erations and available mate­ rials, now that the airport and M-6 projects were fin­ ished. Mahassick said VerMculen believes it will take ten more years to mine the remaining material in his pit. Vermeulen's letter said. "It is our feeling we should focus on exhausting the cur rcntly permitted properties before opening new ones. These areas should be mined and developed so the impact on these neighborhoods be minimized." Mahassick said approving yet another pit will extend the end use date of other pits even further into the future. He said this was unfair to homeowners who have al­ ready endured this too long. He said there is available sand in the township and "we've done our part to sup­ ply the sand." Roodvoets later said the sand from the VerMuelen pit was very stony, and could not be used for road construction. Mike Wolf, a hydro-ge­ ologist, spoke on environ­ mental and ground w ater is­ sues. as impacted by mining operations. One danger is the poten­ tial for dumping thousands of gallons of hazardous ma­ terials in a place like the one on Buttrick, though fuel is not planned to be stored at the site. Leaks from individ­ ual pieces of equipment are still possible. Dust suppres­ sants end up in the detention pond and could eventually be discharged toward the Thomapple River. He said the impact state­ ment addresses the opera­ tional impacts and often the environmental impacts of mining are not looked at. One test sample for ground water and soil sam­ pling for analysis was done. No wells exist on the prop­ erty. and one test hole was dug. Water was found at about 50 feet. The elevation is 760 feet, while the reten­ tion basin is planned at about 784 feet, leaving a 20foot zone of cover between the surface and the ground water. Wolf said. He said Caledonia is an aquifer recharge area for ground water for local resi­ dents. and for people at a distance from a site, because of the sand. He said it is not certain which way ground water flows. "Typically, it flows toward discharge areas, such as the Thornapple River and Campau Lake." It is in a high area, so ground water, depending on the recharge with a lot of rain could mound up and go both ways. He said the weight of the material on the surface can pressurize the flow of the ground water in various di­ rections. Commissioner Koopmans noted later the removal of the material can affect the way the water moves underground or change the direction of the aquifer. There arc currently four wells within 100 feet of the Kentwood owned property in which water levels are at about 60 feet or less. East toward Whitneyville and 68th, one well was only six feet from the surface. Depending on where the ground water flows, people could have drinking water affected. Dorothy Wolf said a PMR near her home would not only affect the quality of life but her property values if she tried to sell her home to live elsewhere. She said a home is a huge investment, and a huge concern. The residents were told each of their concerns would be considered and ad­ dressed. Commissioner comments centered around a check list for documentation which was not fully completed by the applicant. Township Planner-Man­ ager Dave Zylstra recom­ mended gathering needed information and tabling the request to give time to dis­ ment of how it would de­ suggested as possible con­ trucks. Roodvoets said. cuss it. He said many items velop during the operation siderations. Mercier suggested look­ on the check list had been and at different phases, and Prior analysis of air and ing at an ordinance which completed, but he did not what drainage would con­ water was to be done as a allows a maximum capacity have the ability to reproduce tinue off the property. Bujak standard by which to meas­ of a certain number of cubic them for the commissioners. said there were already three ure quality in the future, af­ yards of a particular mineral There were questions over areas where water flows ter mining was under way. to be mined in an operation trash on the property which away from the property at Ground water was actually at a given time. had been recently removed. present. The retention pond found at 18 feet below the A minimum volume to be The junk, said to be a wash­ was to have no outlet. water retention pond. Bujak mined annually might also ing machine, tire rims, and The topsoil berms and noted. He wanted the town­ be a standard for continuing household refuse was not storm water drainage were ship engineer to take a bor­ the permit, to encourage addressed in the environ­ to be addressed in writing. ing to show what materials reaching the end phase. A performance bond exist at the bottom of the re­ mental assessment. Roodvo­ Sand is not an unlimited ets said there were no haz­ would be determined by the tention pond. resource, and perhaps it is planning commission. The ardous materials. Paul Galdes from Exxel possible for a geographic Neighbors living within a bond is meant to insure Engineering said m a rain area to protect or regulate its certain distance from the completion of the project, so event, water would run into use to balance the need for proposed PMR had not if the property is abandoned, the pond but would not the resource. given permission, as re­ the cost of reclamation by overflow, as planned. The availability for the re­ quired before certain opera­ the township is covered. It Also at the end plan, com­ source in the general area tions can begin there. Com­ does not cover problems like missioners wanted the high­ would be another factor to contamination of wells or est water level of the pond consider. Brown said the missioner Wally Bujak said. A drawing with a site re­ soils on adjoining proper­ in the mined area to be be­ number of operations might habilitation plan, with sev­ ties. low the footing drains of the be curtailed, using the avail­ Harry Shank, representing eventual homes, so that in a ability of the resource as a eral points in writing was the applicant, said typically, asked for. major rain event the homes standard. Bujak asked legal council if mining activity could be would never be flooded. Brown said the rule gov­ shown to have directly af ­ if burden of proof of no seri­ The number of trips from erning the rale of removal ous consequences from the fected another site, the com­ the operation per day were related to recovery was a proposed PMR fell on the pany would be liable for the estimated to be 10 loads per useful one. adverse effects on the neigh­ day for each of 12 trucks, to applicant or someone else. The request was then ta­ Township Attorney bors. He said the company and from the site at the bled by the Planning Com­ James Brown said the appli­ would replace the well, and most, normally more like six mission for further examina­ cant can be asked to show a well guarantee would be tion. there are no serious adverse addressed in writing. Commissioner Ric Parent consequences resulting from the operation. This would also said the homeowners include addressing the sur­ would need their own insur­ Parents Kathy Humphrey the meetings scheduled al rounding residents’ con­ ance policies. A traffic study of impacts and Pat Hall are the Thor­ the Kent Intermediate build­ cerns, with documentation that these things are not a from the PMR on 68th and napple Kellogg representa­ ing on the East Beltlinc. Buttrick was to be supplied. tives on the Kent Intermedi­ problem. The topic for the Monday. Noise from all equipment Commissioner Mercier ate School District’s Parent Oct. 14. meeting will cover was not to exceed 80 deci­ wanted Wilcox to conduct Advisors for Special Educa­ the new special education bels at a distance of 50 feet the study as well as one ad­ tion. rules and forms. The meet­ and was to be verified by the dressing ground water is­ Humphrey and Hall hope, ing begins at 7 p.m manufacturer in writing. sues. to help TK parents with On Monday. Nov. 11. Roodvoets wants to use Remedies for traffic prob­ questions about special edu­ parents can learn about 68th Street as a truck route. lems and more road safety cation. To talk to them, par­ stress management. There is It was noted the Kent were to be considered. Win­ ents can call the special edu­ no fee for any of these meet County Road Commission ter sanding of the roads, a cation office at 795-5571 ings. had not specified a truck parallel walkway on But­ and the call will be returned. Any parent with questions route for the intended opera­ trick, cutting down the hill During the year the TK about the special education tion. Brown said the town­ on 68th, or regulating speed representatives will attend services available for TK ship could specify reason­ limits electronically, a four­ monthly meetings and re­ students can call Mari Price, able truck routes, something way stop at Buttrick, or ceive PASE information. All special education director, at for the planning commission lighting mechanisms were parents are invited to attend 795-5570. to look at. Roodvoets later said be­ cause of the use for con­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA struction, he could not fore­ cast the traffic routes to vari­ ous destinations. The applicant expected PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 21. 2002. at 7 00 pm . the Planning the operation to continue for Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia about 10 years and wanted Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed the permit to so specify, ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia, so as to add rather than the normal threeChapter XV-A thereto, which would be entitled 'Open Space Preservation ' The proposed amendment is designed to comply with Public Act 177 of 2001 (“Ad 177“). Act year permit period. Roodvo­ 177 provides, in general terms, that zoned townships having a population of 1,800 or more and ets was to show unusual cir­ having undeveloped land zoned for residential development must adopt provisions in their zon cumstances which would ing ordinances that permit certain lands to be developed, at the option of the landowner, with the warrant this. same number of dwellings, clustered onto no more than 50% of the land, as could be developed A dust control plan was to on the entire land area under existing zoning ordinances and laws be explained in writing, Land to be developed under this clustering option must satisfy lour criteria (1) the land must be specifying chemicals used, zoned in a district permitting residential development: (2) the land must be zoned to permit devel opment at a density of 2 or fewer units per acre, if the land is not served by a public sewer sys­ frequency of use, wheel tem. or 3 or fewer units per acre, if the land is served by a public sewer system; (3) the develop washing, etc. ment of the land cannot be dependent on the extension of public sanitary sewer or public water, The stormwater drainage unless non-clustered development would also require such extensions and (4) the clustenng plan was to include a state­ option cannot have previously been exercised on the same land PASE parents ready to help COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN LIFE LINE SCREENING Coming to Caledonia Life Line Screening will offer three health screenings using non-snvasive ultrasound to assess the risk of stroke and vascular disease on Monday, October 7. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall located at 250 S. Maple St., Caledonia. Ml. with appointments beginning at 9:00 A M. The tests will include a Carotid Artery screening, an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm screening, and an ankle Brachial Index, which screens for Penpheral Artery Disease. Ute Line Screening wtl also offer a bone density screening for women, which assesses the nsk of osteoporosis. Anyone interested in the screenings must register at least 24 hours tn advance. Call 1-800-407-4557 to schedule an appointment for the tests, which are $40 each. All three tests can be purchased for $99 (a $21 savings). Also available at the screening site will be free information on stroke, vascular dis­ ease and osteoporosis. 302 The amending ordinance includes provisions specifying the application and review procedures an applicant must comply with to exerase the Act 177 clustenng option As part of this prrx,ess an applicant must submit an Existing Zoning Plan demonstrating the number of dwelling units that could be developed on the land under existing laws, if the clustenng option were not exercised The number of dweihng units shown on an Existing Zoning Plan is subject to Planning Commission review and reduction rf rt is determined that this number of dwellings could not be developed under existing laws The amending ordinance includes provisions regulating the amount and use of the required open space n a development constructed pursuant to the clustenng option The open space must remain m a perpetually undeveloped state by means of a conservation easement, plat dedication or restrictive covenant The amending ordinance also includes development requ.rements cover mg such matters as tot sizes, bmtotng envelopes minimum tot frontage tot widths. non-dwelling structures stoewalics grading pnvate streets and other matters Procedures are also provided for the amendment ot an approved site plan Other provtstons govern such matters as perform­ ance guarantees and time limitations on development A copy of the amending ordinance is on Me m the Township office and may be reviewed by inter­ ested persons during Township office hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to the Township office at the above-staled address up to the time of the public heanng Dated September 19. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 901 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml October 1,2002 Thornspple working on sewer, water feasibility study by Patricia .Johns Sza/f Thornapple Township has been working with engineers Brad Thomas and John Tan­ ner from Progressive A&E to create a water and sewer feasibility study and give the township a “benchmark” from which to start. Thomas told a joint meet­ ing of the Thornapplc Township Board and Plan­ ning Commission last Wednesday evening that “the study is not a plan to construct a major sewer or water system in the town­ ship This feasibility study would allow the Township Planning Commission to make choices and be pre­ pared to work with large de­ velopers. Township Planner Geoff Moffat and Supervisor Don Boysen worked with Pro­ gressive to create three sce­ narios for the study, includ­ ing homes currently tied to the Duncan Lake waste water treatment plant, a second area around the plant and a third area that moved out from Duncan Lake to the western boundary of the township and to M-37 on the east. Progressive originally was to consider a second area at the southwest of the township abutting Yankee Springs Township because of possible industrial devel­ opment of the gravel pit ar­ eas along Patterson Road. However, this effort was abandoned when Progres- TK Board of Education hears updates on ‘Bright Beginnings’ by I’atrida Johns Staff Writer Chris Boysen gave mem­ bers of the Thornapple Kel­ logg Board of Education an update on the Bright Begin­ nings program in the district. Early childhood develop­ ment is one of the topics the district is focusing on this year. Anne Krcbill began work with Thornapplc Kellogg schools last year in a coop­ erative effort. By having her home base al an office in the TK Learning Center, she said, the local district has had lots of benefits. The program provides on­ going benefits this year, Boysen said. The Kent Inter­ mediate School District has doubled the program this year from six parent educa­ tors to 12 and if a major grant is received, it will ex­ pand again. Bright Beginnings uses the “parents as teachers” model. Support from McFall teachers provided informa­ tion for the resource room and a grant from the Thor­ napplc Area Enrichment Foundation has allowed Krcbill to create welcome bags, which will be distrib­ uted to new parents within the TK district. Krcbill this year is work­ ing with the TK and Caledo­ nia districts. She is develop­ ing play groups which will meet once or twice a month and has completed 17 home visits. McFall Elementary Prin­ cipal Bill Rich told the board that Krcbill has spo­ ken to staff at his building and that he sees this pro­ CUSTOM MILLWORK T & G LUMBER Is T f K P S rim notty ine tairways Custom Hardwood Floors and Installations Rock Oarpet 1-269-945-9300 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I gram helping prepare chil­ dren for success as they en­ ter school. This year’s kin­ dergarten teachers praise the preschools for providing a good transition to kindergar­ ten. In other business, the board approved a child care leave of absence for eighth grade teacher Jennifer Gavette. Business Manager Alice Jansma has distributed the tax rate to the four counties and 11 townships in which residents of the school dis­ trict live. Superintendent Kevin Konarska reminded mem­ bers that the district will be working on making sure the goals of North Central Ac­ creditation mesh with the work of the curriculum school improvement com­ mittee. The board will be meeting in a “charge” Thursday. Oct. 17, to provide a time for board members to consider their own goals for the year. Interviews for a new read­ ing specialist should begin shortly. The next meeting of the TK Board of Education will be at 7;30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. at the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library. I I I Smith-Diamond I I "sOUTHOFNoT I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I I ___ CALEDONIA__ I PRICE REDUCED! I Owners want sold’ Sharp 4 I bedroom, 2-1/2 bath ranch I situated on 2.5 acres. Features I include central air, fireplace, I underground sprinkling, pole I barn and much more. I $169,900 Call Wendy Zand- I stra at 291 -4158 or 891-2222. I I Smith-Diamond Realtors* - MLS. 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Middleville is evaluating its water and waste water treatment systems and con­ centrating on the shared planning area surrounding the village for expansion. Caledonia officials told the Progressive engineers that some excessive capacity might be available, but pos­ sible costs had not been de­ termined. Progressive was asked to look into tying into the Wyoming system, but costs there seem to be pro­ hibitive. Thomas reviewed termi­ nology used in both water and waste water systems to help members of both boards have a clear under­ standing of what building a community system entails. Flow capacity, peak de­ mand, distribution, storage and more were explained. A good deal of the presenta­ tion of the draft report fo­ cused on the current Duncan Lake Waste Water treatment plant. The first scenario focused on the 930 acres directlysurrounding the plant. This would be equal to 930 serv­ ice equivalent units. If a mu­ nicipal water system was constructed, it would need to provide 232.500 gallons per day w ith peak capacity. Scenario Two expands the area to 2250 acres with 2250 seus and capacity above 562,500 gallons per day. Scenario Three covers 3.350 acres with the need for more than one million gallons of water a day. Pro­ gressive believes that sce­ nario two and three would need elevated storage which would also enhance fire cov­ erage The township would need at least two wells (pref­ erably three) to provide wa­ ter. Costs range from $667,000 to cover the cost of a pneumatic system (no storage or fire hydrants) for scenario one to $1,118 mil­ lion for scenario three with a 500.000-gallon water tank. Thomas said that it was possible to stage the devel­ opment of a municipal water system and as growth takes place to add capacity to the system. Moffat asked if land ap­ plication of waste could af­ fect well placement. Thomas said yes and that hydrogeo­ logical surveys were needed before wells could be lo­ cated. The presentation then turned to waste water treat­ ment. beginning with a se­ ries of definitions and de­ scriptions. The need to upgrade the Duncan Lake plant was dis­ cussed. with possibly more stringent rules coming from the Department of Environ­ mental Quality. Thomas dis­ cussed the advantages and disadvantages in the systems available. Following the presenta­ tion. Planning Commission­ ers Dale Guikema and Linda Gasper questioned why these locations were chosen. They said they are con­ cerned there is not enough information available for them to make good planning decisions throughout the township, not just in the Duncan Lake area. Trustee Pat Harrison told Thomas that the draft of the study has raised many ques­ tions to which there arc few answers. “I did appreciate getting the definitions and explana­ tions." she said, however. Progressive will take comments raised at this meeting and revise the draft before sending it back to the township Thomas said he hopes it gives the commis­ sion options as it considers master plan adjustments. TK schools prepare to meet ‘Education YES’ requirements problem solving and deci­ bility that standards of ac­ by Patricia Johns sion making and the tools to complishment will not be Staff Writer When President George succeed within the informa­ equitable across the country. If standards are lower in one Bush’s “No Child Left Be­ tion age. Instructional quality that state more students make hind” bill was passed, it caused a ripple effect to the will be considered includes meet or surpass them than in states. In Michigan the State teacher preparedness, the Michigan, which has higher Board of Education has set use of technology to en­ standards. I'he first report card will the standards for accredita­ hance learning, early child­ tion under the name, Educa­ hood programs and other ex­ use letter grades to denote tion YES — A Yardstick for tended learning opportuni­ where schools arc on the ties. How schools provide continuum of achievement. Excellent Schools. Local districts are trying arts education and humani­ Schools which receive an now to be sure they can ties will be an indicator as “A” will be summary ac­ meet the requirements of the will advanced course work credited. Schools with a report cards, which will be available at the high school composite grade of B, C, or D/Alcrt will receive interim issued for the first time in level. Schools will have to dem­ accreditation and failing December. Thornapplc Kellogg As­ onstrate “meaningful and (unaccredited) schools also sistant Superintendent Patri­ significant communication” will be identified. As information is re­ cia Koeze met with the with the families. Student at­ members of the TK Curricu­ tendance will be measured, ceived by the district, Koeze lum Council to go over these how schools help students will bring it to the commit­ new standards and discuss prepare for careers and the tee. She sees their work this how the district will respond quality of school facilities year in making sure the stan­ dards have been met. to requirements. Koeze will also be considered. One positive both she and noted that much of the focus Student achievement is seems to be on social studies considered to be the key­ Superintendent Kevin Kon­ and that additional work will stone of these assessments. arska sec is that the NCA have to be done in that area During the curriculum meet­ process will help the district to make sure it is aligned ing several teachers were with state standards. concerned about the possi- Continued next page Michigan Education As­ sessment Program (MEAT) PRIME SCREENED scores will be used for twothirds of the grade. The final third will come from 11 SHVyd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available measures, but how these will be evaluated has not been estimates determined. Criteria will include de­ 616 795 7830 termining if students attain ROUGH LANDSCAPING • DRIVEWAYS • STUMP/BRUSH critical skills, continuous CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL, improvement and alignment CRUSHED CONCRETE, GROUND ASPHALT of the curriculum showing SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKB local standards for learning. SHELBYVILLE, BRADLEY. HOPKINS. WAYLAND & DORR AREAS BLACK TOP SOIL DOZER WORK DON S DOZING �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml October 1. 2002/Page 17 Caledonia Twp. zoning ordinance passage delayed by Ruth Zachars Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Sept. 18 tabled the first reading of several of the zoning ordinance revisions on the agenda, in order to al­ low more discussion of the details. The ordinances on home occupations, sign provisions and planned unit develop­ ments was drafted by the Planning Commission to bring the township zoning ordinance into harmony with the master plan passed two years ago. The commission wanted further discussion of the ordinance on home based business, and did not send it to the board with home occupation section. One change advocated was for home occupations to be permitted by the zoning administrator, with an ap­ peal possible with the Plan­ ning Commission, if denied by an administrator A threeyear home occupation per­ mit could be continued in­ definitely. unless specific in­ formation was asked by the administrator to reissue the permit after a three- or fiveyear period. Home based businesses would be more intensive op­ erations than the home occu­ pation. and would need ap­ proval by the Planning Commission. After preliminary* discus­ sion with many questions by individual trustees, the proc­ ess was thought to be too in­ volved and time consuming for the September meeting. The board will set up a workshop and will arrange a joint session with the plan­ ning commissioners to get their input on the reasons for some points of the ordi­ nance. They were to read the ordinances in advance, and put their questions in writing to facilitate efficient discus­ sion. After approval of the first reading and before the sec­ ond reading a public notice of the ordinance changes will be posted. Several other items were removed from the consent agenda and handled sepa­ rately. hems on the payment of bills, later approved . on the treasurer's report regarding utilities items which indi­ cated 'due to general fund." were questioned. Trustee Richard Robertson said he believed when the utilities department borrowed money from the general fund, inter­ est should be paid to the general fund, to compensate Weed worries told to Middleville Village Council by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Several residents brought concerns to the Middleville Village Council meeting last Tuesday evening about poor quality lawn restoration fol­ lowing the road const ruction work done on Grand Rapids Street this past spring and early summer. Donna Stagray, former Thornapple Township Clerk, brought to the attention of the board that the contractor had left behind lots of weeds instead of grass. The con­ tractor also left lots of de­ bris, which made the tree lawns difficult. Stagray was assured that employees from the Department of Public Works would come out to look at the problem. From previous page meet several of these re­ quirements. Koeze assured the mem­ bers of the committee, “I think that the State Board of Education is doing the right thing. This process should be a positive one for stu­ dents. families and schools.” Another resident from Grand Rapids Street. Mi­ chelle Wilson, came to pro­ test a citation she had been given because she had not mowed the tree lawn in front of her home. Wilson told the council she thought the tree lawn maintenance was the respon­ sibility of the village. She had not mowed because of the debris, which damaged their mower, and because of the weeds that came up in­ stead of the grass she ex­ pected. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck told the council and Wilson that the ordi­ nance is very clear that tree lawn mowing is the respon­ sibility of the homeowner. Wilson was told that if she removes the weeds be­ fore the court case. Zoning Administrator Geoff Moffat will ask the judge to dismiss it. Once the weeds are re­ moved. the village DPW will add topsoil if needed and reseed. Village President Lon Myers told Stagray and Wil­ son the weather this summer impeded the growth of the seed that was planted. How­ ever, in places where home­ owners watered and main­ tained what had been planted, it looked much bet­ ter. Myers also told these homeowners that the village spent more than $8,000 on lawn restoration following the repaving project and some people did not main­ tain those areas. In other business, the council approved having in­ dividuals or organizations purchase memorial benches at a cost of $1,000. A sewer line on Arlington Court was approved, which may result in the annexation of the Gavin property and two homes. The council also approved changes for the expansion of Carveth Village, new sign ordinances proposed by the Village Planning Commis­ sion and the High Ridge drainage district. The next meeting of the of the Middleville Village Council will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, in Village Hall. for interest not collected for the given period of indebt­ edness to the fund. Another item involving a $2,500 plus purchase by the acting fire chief w as ques­ tioned. basically asking for formal rather than informal approval. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son said all of these transac­ tions are generally ap­ proved. and were justified. However policy changes about such financial transac­ tions were asked for. Robertson also had ques­ tions involving the utilities report, and thought money allocated for one part of the utilities budget was being used for another. "I don’t see why we can sell bonds with specific re­ quirements about what we are doing with that money and come up with some other things and use that money for that. I think there’s an ethical question there." In another matter. Trustee Wally Bujak wanted to know what kinds of im­ provements were made on township utility structures, such as at the Campau/Ket­ We are tle treatment plant. He pointed to the poor appear­ ance of the facility, asking for trees for screening, downwardly directed light­ ing. and general mainte­ nance. Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson said small im­ provements had been made, such as mowing, picking up the area, and grass filling in which was improving the appearance. He said some trees had been planted on the west side, and were about eight feet high with the berm. Vines on a fence are also providing some screening. Harrison suggested plant­ ing some spruce trees he had found at reasonably priced at Howard Tree Farms. Trustee Bill Bravata said records showed a previous agreement with the Ver­ Meulen sand mining opera­ tion still had remaining items of a contract for work in kind to pay a debt to the township that had not been completely performed. Bra­ vata suggested calling for the completion of the con­ tract through work in kind at the plant. Harrison said that could satisfy one part of the debt, and said the plant drives and cemetery drives also needed gravel. Harrison said Chairman Steve Heacock of the Kent County Board of Commis­ sioners had posted a listing of various commission openings, and welcomed ap­ plications from citizens in­ terested in serving on county committees. Township ap­ plications from citizens in­ terested in serving on com­ mittees also are welcomed. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. MOVING! 2612 S. Patterson, Wayland (next to The Bib & Water’s Edge Floral) PARADIGM HOMES, INC. DESIGN - BUILD - REMODEL Call today for a free consultation (616) 891-9979 Burke Thompson / Dean Priebe 269-792 8888 1-800-669-9298 Moving October 1st ... No interruption in service Look for our... GRAND OPENING SPECIALS Soon! �Page 18rThe Sun and News MtddieviHe MI,October 1 2002 Garden Grove given green light without traffic light by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board approved the Garden Grove request by Tom and Paul Garbow for amend­ ments to the consent judg­ ment. allowing the develop­ ment to proceed southeast of the M-37/100th Street inter­ section. The Planning Commis­ sion had given its recom­ mendation Sept. 9 to con­ struction under the amended plan, which exempted a driveway onto M-37. They tied a stipulation to the ap­ proval. however, which re­ quired a traffic light on the corner before construction of the development could continue, once 40 percent occupancy level in the pro­ ject had been reached. The Garbows had agreed reluctantly to the condition, but stated in the Township Board meeting that they had not advocated it. It was clarified that there is a dif­ ference between acceptance and submission and support. Trustee Bill Bravata asked to approve the request except for the 40 percent limitation on construction. as tied to a traffic light. During discussion Super­ visor Bryan Harrison said. "I do think in fairness to the applicant, he does not en­ tirely control when a light will be in place, but also a light would enhance the property, and we discussed cost share, and at such time as M-DOT decides a light is needed there, that there be a willingness on the appli­ cant's part to help fund a light there." Harrison suggested asking for an escrow amount of $50,000 by the applicant to be used for a light and other intersection improvements, and in addition for the town­ ship to set up a like amount, which would be offered as an incentive for M-DOT to put the light in. if they did so within three years. Bravata said. "I don't think we have much control over when the state decides to put a light on that corner. I don't think it's practical to ask for something we have no control over. My concern is over holding these fellas hostage, and that when they get to a 40 percent comple­ tion. the state decides they Saturday, October 5th 10:00 a.m.............................................. Household 1 :(M> p.in............................................... Real Estate EDNA BECH 1 EL The Living Estate of will be sold at auction located: 2 blocks south of the light in Middleville on M-37 to State St. east .< blocks at 41 STATE STREET. HOUSEHOLD, ANTIQUES. COLLECTAUt.ES, TOOLS: (X* recreian. Iibrun. table 3 dreisrrs wi*h mirrors. commode. rocker and several chairs, armoire. empire chest', treadle sewing machine. Wixxiward upnght piano A bench, iron A brass beds, trunks, primitive bench A bones, old kitchen cabinets, kerosene stove, crocks, jugs, lanterns, rug beater. Depression pink green, ruby A clear glassware, chamberpots, egg tester, baskets, wash boards, tubs A stand, p*lures A frames, airline table radio, dishes, living room furniture, dining room table A buffet, ted. bath A table linens; lamps. Whirlpool wnnger washer. 5 4 cis ft freezer, pots A pans, microwave, gas range, refrigerator, vacuum, hand A garden tools, cultivator, lawn mower, weed wxkcr, cross cut saws, scy the, hay knives. Rattan furniture including love seat. 2 chairs, end table and 4IT glass dinette table A 4 chairs Recently remodeled home, new garage on shaded double lot For more info on real estate call 616-862 2810 Lunch on grounds Not responsible for accidents or ilcmv after sokl Register tor buyers number with proper ID ZANDBERGEN AUCTION SERVICE Caledonia. Michigan Phone (616) 698-6840 ■k don't want a light." Larry Stauffer said. "I don t even think that s legal." Harrison said the town­ ship already asked the Garbows *o finance the paving of the rail-trail on their prop­ erty al the time it came to that point, another obliga­ tion out of their control. He favored taking out the 40 percent stipulation, how­ ever. He said he thought there would be a light there by the time this develop­ ment reached a 40 percent build-out. Growth elsewhere is also involved, which will impact the need for a light, "even absent this develop­ ment." He thought a $100,000 commitment by the appli­ cant and township would go a long way toward helping to pay for the intersection improvements. The community wants it, he said A recent accident in the area and the petition by citizens also would help en­ courage the M-DOT ex­ pense. he believes. "Traffic Safety Funds," are partially discretionary on the part of M-DOT. Harri­ son explained. Treasurer Jill Cardwell objected to any requirement for the Garbows to fund a light In extensive negotia­ tions. she said the board started with the requirement of a traffic light and it was abandoned. She asked why they were now reconsidering the matter. Bravata said holding peo­ ple hostage for money was a bad precedent. And if the township puts up money, the taxpayers will help pay for it. he said. He argued that individuals building homes along the southern corridor also were contributing to the increased traffic counts. On that rea­ soning, individual building permits should also be with­ held, he said. The motion to approve the recommendation without the 40 percent provision Clearly You Will See The Difference Wuality Auto Glass The Garden Grove layout is shown before the recent amendments, with an opening onto M-37. and after the amendments in which no access drive is planned on M-37. The changes occurred after the DEQ required additional acreage to be included in the wetland areas, and opposed a drive crossing them limit carried. Harrison's motion for a Garden Grove escrow amount to apply toward a light and intersection im­ provements was defeated. Details of the amendment were briefly gone over, and the agreement must be ap­ of the entire PUD and the consent judgment. After the request was ap­ proved, Tom Garbo* com­ mented. "Our commitment hasn’t changed. We will work vigorously *ith the township to obtain a light." Maple Valley Youth Basketball sign-ups planned for Oct. 14 It’s time again to sign-up for the Maple Valley Youth Basketball program! There will be a participa­ tion fee of $15 for all travel­ ing team players. The fee will be due by sign-up night, which will be Oct. 14, at 7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria. This will be the last date for any boy or girl wishing to play on a traveling team to sign­ up. Between now and the 14th, you may also pick up forms at your school and return them back to the office along with your check payable to Maple Valley Youth Basketball before Oct. 14 either way will be accept­ able. If you choose to have your child participate with one of these teams, you are respon­ sible for providing trans­ portation to. and from each game. Games will begin Nov. 16 and continue thru the middle of February on Saturdays, skipping the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Practices will be a maximum of three times a week, depending on gym availabil­ ity, starting in November. The schools who partici­ pated in the travelling league last year were. Maple Valley, Olivet, Leslie, Bellevue, Lansing Christian and Springport. We arc in need of parents willing to help with this pro gram. There are open posi­ tions for coaches and or assistants. If you arc inter­ ested in volunteering your time, please coinc to the sign up meeting. 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Then in the fourth quarter, running back Dustin Smith completed a Hawkeye drive with a 1yard TD run to put the Hawkeyes up 26-25. Smith was the guy TK head coach Tim Fennfield said his Trojans needed to hold in check, but the game winner was his second TD in the second half. The first came on a 22yard pass reception. TK took their first half lead on a 38-yard touch­ down pass from Fletke to Ryan Adams, then added a second score on a 5-yard run by Adam loveless. The sophomore Loveless led the Trojans rushing game with 104 yards on 17 carries. Fletke passed for 167 yards, completing 15 of 23 attempts. The Trojan defense was led bv Adams with 1? tack­ les. It doesn't get any easier for the Trojans this week For the third week in a row they face off against an undefeated O-K Blue oppo­ nent. Coopersville comes to Middleville Friday night Oct. 4. Last week the Broncos racked up 411 yards rushing against the Belding team that beat Middleville two weeks ago. Not only did Coopersville have gaudy statistics the scoreboard fell right in line against Belding, as the Broncos won 41-6. TK eagers drop 2 in 0-K Blue conference action The Trojan varsity girls’ basketball team is still hav­ ing a tough time in confer­ ence play. Thursday Sept. 26 against Coopersville TK fell 57-38. The Broncos had too many weapons, and TK coach Marcy Uyl said that her girls had an uncharacter­ istically p<xir shooting night. “We just didn't shoot very well from the perimeter.” Uyl said when the shots weren’t falling that her Tro­ jans didn’t work on getting the ball into the post enough. There was a positive for the Trojans on the night. Uyl said it was good to see her young kids play well. Overtime win earns TK lead in 0-K Blue In a battle between the top two teams in the O-K Blue last Thursday the Trojans defeated Calvin Christian in overtime. Eric Smith sent a corner kick in five minutes into overtime and Marvin Nunez put it into the net for a 2-1 victory. Jared Smith gave the Tro­ jans a 1-0 lead in the first half putting in a shot from 30 yards out. TK coach Todd McCrumb said that the tight game was “pretty much played in the midfield,” as the teams battled back and forth until Calvin scored off of a long throw-in in the second half. McCrumb said that Jared Smith played a good game, and the Trojans got another good performance form Ca­ sey Aubil in net. The Trojans hosted Wyo­ ming Park Monday Sept. 30. Thursday Oct. 3 the Trojans will visit Rogers for the final O-K Blue match of the sea­ son. trying to finish league play undefeated. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn or call 945-9105 Freshman Jessica Flaska led the Trojans with 11 points and 9 boards. Sopho­ mores Ashley Aspinall and Chanda Brice scored 9 and 6 points apiece. Aspinall on 3 for 3 shooting from behind the arc. TK lost a close one to Hamilton on Tuesday Sept. 24. Uyl said her team “played well and had a chance to win at the end.” and really that's all you can ask for. After being down by as many as 7 points in the sec­ ond half the Trojans trailed by only one, 43-42, with 11 seconds to go. The Trojans came out of a time-out and worked the play to get a nice shot underneath, but it just didn’t fall. Aspinall hit 2 threes and Whitney Robertson hit 1 in the fourth quarter to keep TK close. Flaska again led the Tro­ jans with 10 points and 9 re­ bounds. Uyl said that Stacey VanderWerp battled pretty hard down low and did a good job on the boards, pulling doyvn 10 on the night. The girls have two away this week, a non-conference matchup at Plainwell Tues­ day Oct. 1 and then back to league play against Calvin Christian Thursday Oct. 3. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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B jl|BEB Steve Elies 4695 N M-43 Hwy • Suite 3 Middleville. Ml Phone 616-795-1670 Making Your Future More Predictable r* BUREAU ■L FARM INSURANCE »AAM BUAfAU MUTUAL • »AAM Mt AU UM • 'AAM BUMAU MMM www farmbureauinsurance-mi com YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE �Page 20/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml October 1 2002 TK golfers trying to dethrone Calvin On Monday night Sept. 23 the TK Golf Team hosted Calvin and Hamilton in a very important match that would have an important impact on the final confer­ ence standings. The Trojan’s were in a very similar situa­ tion with Calvin last year and let a golden opportunity to win their 1st Conference title in over 20 years slip away. This year’s team was not going to allow Calvin to beat them on this particular night, and came ready to play The TK Golfers shot a 155 to beat Calvin by 10 shots and Hamilton by 37. Low rounds for TK were Brett Knight 37. Tyler Wen­ ger 38, Bobby Roush 39 and Chase VandenBerg 41. On Wednesday Sept. 25 Calvin traveled to Candle­ stone and were beat by Bryon Center, which means that Calvin could be down by a many as 3 points going into the Conference meet. The TK golfers still need to play Byron Center and Rogers before the Confer­ ence meet and must remain focused if they hope to win the Conference. If the Tro­ jans are able keep on win­ ning. it w ill be the first time that Calvin has not won the Conference in Boys’ Golf. The Conference Tourna­ ment will be held at the Meadows on Friday. Octo­ ber 4th. The Boys' Golf team hosted Coopersville on Wednesday night Sept 25 and came away with a 153 to 182 win. Low rounds for TK were Chase VandenBerg 37. Dan Burbank 38. Tyler Wenger. Brett Knight and Levi Harold 39. The golfers Caledonia lady harriers perfect; boys split pair You can’t get a better score in a cross country match than 15-50. the Cale­ donia girls did it twice in the same night. Not only did the Scots’ girls finish in the first five spots, but in the first seven against Hastings and Wyo­ ming Park Wednesday Sept. 25 at Johnson Park. Caledonia’s coach Ellen Wilcox said that Tricia Miedema’s first place time of 20:29 was the fastest time run this season by a girl al Johnson Park. Wilcox was also impressed that Miedema recorded the lime without any real competi­ tion. just pushing herself. Becca Busfield finished second for the Scots al 21:14. then Katie Ryan 21:32, Brandi Victory 21:47, and Stefanie Maxim at 22:36. Finishing sixth and sev­ enth on the night were Cale­ donia's Kristina McCleve. and Nikki Muuse. Behind them was Wyo­ ming Park s first runner, then three more girls from Caledonia before Hastings’ first girl crossed the finish line. The next one is a big one foi the girls, against their lop competition in the Gold. Sparta. The boys split in the meet against Hastings and Wyo­ ming Park, besting Hastings 19-42 but falling to Park 2431. Drew O’Malley finished third overall in the boys’ race, first for the Scots, with a time of 18:12. Caledonia boys’ coach Russ Gerber said that his top seven guy’s times are down from the last time they ran Johnson Park. O'Malley was down over 1 minute. ’’Its nice to see. They really battled.” Pat Spitzley who finished second for the Scots at 18:24 dropped his time by over 30 seconds. John Heckman finished at 18:56. Joe Faurena at 19:01. and Pal O’Connor at 19:17 was over 1 minute faster than his last time at Johnson Park. “Hopefully this is a sign of a pretty good end to our season." said Gerber. The season's not over yet. The Scots take on Kenowa Hills and Sparta on Wednes­ day Oct. 2, and Arc at the Portage Invitational on Sat­ urday Oct. 5. FA I-1- •saving^ Purchase any C.H.I. residential garage door between September 23rd and October 31st and we will take down and remove your old door for no charge. $75.00 value. □Donorjnn are currently 12-0 in confer­ ence play. On Thursday Sept. 26 the Trojan Golfer traveled to Gull Lakeview to compete in a 20-team tournament with some of the Class A powers from around the State. The TK squad held their own and placed 3rd. Place winners for TK were Chase VandenBerg eighth shooting a 78 in the Individ­ ual score. Bobby Roush and Tyler Wenger fifth with a 72 in Best Ball, and Josh Enyart and Levi Harold eighth in scrambles. Swimmers see top competition The TK girls’ swim team got to find out what it takes to be a top team last week. Coach Pete Beaudoin said it was a “good experience" for the girls. The Trojans fell to Wayland 118-56 Tuesday Sept. 24. Beaudoin said his team struggled a little bit at Wayland. That is except for the 200 medley relay team that took first place. Amanda VandenBosch. Taylor Sensiba. Me­ gan McGillicuddy. and Gina Niemchick combined for what Beaudoin called “the high point of the night." Chelsey Strumberger con­ tinued to improve at Wayland. Saturday at the Raider Sprints in Grand Rapids Strumberger swam a 2:36 in the 200 freestyle, at Way- land she finished 4 seconds faster. The Trojans finished 15th out of 17 teams at the Raider Sprints where they were swimming against some of the best teams in the area. Gina Niemchick finished the 50 freestyle in 27.92. just a second short of the state qualifying time. "The girls are coming along." says Beaudoin. TK girls 4th at Carson City The Middleville girls' cross country team placed fourth behind three Division I teams Saturday in the Carson City Cystal Invitational meet. Caledonia’s girls took seventh in the same race, but was third among Division 11 teams, behind Middleville and Holland Christian. Middleville had 211 team points, the most it’s had in an invitational in a long time. Rockford won it with 24. Grandville was second with 151 and Grand Rapids Christian third with 183. Caledonia finished with 224 among the 26 teams. The Middleville boys checked in 20th with 522 team points and Caledonia was one slot behind with 528. Richland Gull Lake won it with 142, East Grand Rapids was runner-up and Grand Rapids Catholic Cen­ tral third. Jessica Stortz paced the Trojan girls by taking 16th place with a time of 19:59, the first time she has broken the 20-minute barrier this season. Natalie Hoag fin­ ished 39th in 20:44, Kaleigh Page was 51st in 21:03, Chaney Robinson was next in 21:05 and Elise Nyland was 53rd in 21:06. For Caledonia, Tricia Miedema finished ninth in 19:44, Becca Busfield was 22nd in 20:18. Katie Ryan was 25th in 20:22. Stefanie Maxim finished 79th in 21:38 and freshman Kendra Ross took 89th in 22:02. Tim Brog led the way for the Middleville with a time of 17:15, good for 29th place. Nick Tomson crossed the finish line 104th in 18:26. Alex Robinson was 110th in 18:33. Chris Hark­ ness was 121st in 18:30 and Matt Miller 158th in 20:03. P.itfiv k Spit/lcx led the Scots with a time of 17:55 in 66th place. Drew O'Malley was 97th in 18:22, Joe Fau­ rena 109th in 18:32. Jon Hekman 123rd in 18:45 and Patrick O’Connor 133rd in 18:55. Wyoming Park ace Mark VanderMeer won the boys’ race in 16:17. Laura Malnor of East Grand Rapids won the girls’ race in 18:34. Perhaps the highlight of the meet, however, was twotime defending state Divi­ sion III champion Nicole Bush’s 17:59 clocking in the lower division race. The Middleville girls’ cross country team last Tuesday kept its O-K Blue Conference record clean with 15-50 sweeps of Wyo­ ming Rogers and Calvin Christian. The Trojans captured the first seven places in the dou­ ble dual meet competition with both schools at Johnson Park But the big story of the day was senior Tim Brog breaking 17 minutes at the always tough Johnson park course, a feat usually re­ served for only the cream of the crop of West Michigan runners, such as the now graduated Tim Ross of Cale­ donia and senior Mark Van derMeer ot Wyoming Park Brog finished with a time of 16:57 and took first place against both Rogers and Calvin Christian. However, the Middleville boys had to settle for a split, edging Rogers 27-28, but dropping a 25-30 decision to Calvin Christian. In the victory over the Golden Hawks, Nick Tom­ son was fourth with a time of 18:34, Alex Robinson was sixth in 19:17, Chris Harkness seventh in 19:22 and Matt Miller ninth in 19:51. Had Miller not bested the Rogers fifth man, the Trojans would have lost. The Middleville girls who swept the first seven places in the double dual were, in order, Jessica Stortz, 20:43; Natalie Hoag, 21:27; Chaney Robinson, 21:29; Aubrey Raymond, 21:41; Elise Nyland 21:46; Kaleigh Page, 22:09, and Kersta Gustafson, 22:42. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... RESIDENTIAL DOORS FROM C H I - EFFICIENT LONG LASTING & ECONOMICAL EXPECT THE BEST Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • \Ne welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 Commercial • Residential • Sales • Installation • Service 7350 Broadmoor Caledonia, Ml 49316 (616)698-7242 • Fax (616) 698-2393 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 1. 2002/Page 21 Parente of TK freshmen plan to meet Oct. 7 Nancy Young. Laura Munjoy and Julie Ybema 2006 to attend a meeting on High School class of 2006. night following graduation. start of senior year. "Many schools in our area Monday. Oct. 7. in the cafe­ They have looked ahead This party is a safe and drug have started collecting dues teria at the high school to four years to senior year and free way for our kids to fin­ are trying to think of ways ish their high school ca­ during the earlier high brainstorm ways to prepare school years to alleviate for the senior party. to prepare for the after reers.” These parents know that some of the pressure of rais­ "Let's do this with excel­ graduation party for the the cost for the party for the ing all the money needed in lence.” Ybema says. class. Any parents with ques­ Ybema says, “Il is tradi­ Class of 2002 was more than just nine months.” Ybema tions about this meeting can tion in Middleville for the $15,000. Most parents don't says. the Scots with a 3-under-par These three parents invite call Young at 795-7743. parents of seniors to finance start raising money or or­ 32. Younger brother, fresh­ and organize a party for the ganizing the event until the other parents of the Class of Munjoy at 948-2235 or man Issac Mulvihill shot an Ybema at 795-2353 even-par 35. Chris Leatherman fin­ ished with a 37. and Loren Crandell added a 39 for the Scots who defeated Kcnowa which ended the day with a play. TK’s first of the day. effective 12-play scoring 148. For the second week in a Belding 27-14. The match was a reversal row a blocked punt in the Isaac Thaler blocked the quarterback Jason Blain drive was capped by a lfor the Scots from Sept. 11. first quarter ignited TK’s punt and it was recovered by raced 26 yards for the touch­ yard plunge from Blain. TK when they handed the Sail­ freshmen football team. This Jordan Smith on Belding's down. Ben Ybema added the was up 21-6 going into the halt ors one of their only two time to a win over visiting 26-yard line. On the next two point conversion. After a defensive stop the The two teams exchanged conference losses, but fell to Trojans took over on their touchdowns in the second Kcnowa own 30. The third play re­ half. The Trojans received South finishes the confer­ sulted in a 56-yard touch­ the second half kickoff and ence season at 14-2. Caledo­ down romp from Ybema methodically drove 67 yards nia was 13-3. The Scots* and the extra point kick was for a 6-yard Mitchell Fisher only other loss came on an provided by Mike Munjoy. touchdown. afternoon that Unity Chris­ With the Trojans up 15-0, Belding scored late in the tian shot unbelievably well. old age group, Kyle Boboltz Belding scored quickly on a second half and TK ran the More than thirty partici ­ Wednesday Kenowa’s took first place with a score pants took part in the 70-yard touchdown pass and clock out. Eric Alsma shot a school re­ Middleville’s comfortable The Trojan D was led by cord 31 to lead all golfers on NFL/Gatorade Punt. Pass, of 237 feet. Levi Funk finished at the lead was only 15-6. and Kick competition hosted Justin Lewis, Derrick Brock. the afternoon with an eagle top of the twelve and thir­ by Thornapple Kellogg As has been the case often Ryan King. Anthony on the final hole. teen year old age group with this season the Trojans came Noffke, and Smith. Earlier in the week. Mon­ Schools on Saturday Sept. a score of 285 feet. right back and scored. The day Sept. 23. the Scots de­ 21 at Bob White Stadium in First place for the four­ feated Cedar Springs and Middleville. teen and fifteen year old age Scores were given by Hastings at Briarwood. group was captured by Mike Caledonia was led by combining the total of the Munjoy with a score of 295 participant's punt, pass and Leatherman and Crandell, kick based on distance and feet and 7 inches. LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION who each shot 44). These four winners will accuracy. These youngsters, all of Middleville, earned now move on to a Sectional first place honors in their re­ Competition, to be held Oc­ tober 12 in Kalamazoo. spective age groups: For the eight and nine They could qualify for the Michael J. McPhillips year old age group, Aron Team Championship, to be held at the new Ford Field, Hall won with a score of in conjunction with a Detroit 186 feet and 6 inches. Appointments Available in Caledonia Lions game. In the ten and eleven year At fourth singles Jen Burks won 6-0, 6-2. The second doubles team of Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton beat a previously undefeated Rogers pair 6-2, 6-2. Cooper Tire received the 2002 Award from J.D Power and Emily Porter and Amber Associates as the 'Best Replacement Tire for Light Truck Steorts won 6-3, 6-4 at third doubles. Vehicles in Customer Satisfaction in a Tie.’ Michelle Raetz and Beth­ any Steorts were 6-4, 6-4 The Study looked at the following measures winners at fourth doubles. 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That's where Stop in today to see our Comstock’s team was forced Tire Specialist! f to default because of an in­ jury. At second doubles the team of Potts and Clinton won again. 6-1, 6-2. The 500 Arlington Street (M-37) Middleville victory pushes their record 795-3550 to 11-1 as a pair. HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Cary Middlebush moved Fri. 8-5; Sat. 8-1 her record this season to 14Jon Raymond Todd Boonstra Assistant Manager 3 w ith a 6-1.6-1 w in. Mwnigan Certified Suspension Jen Burks took the fourth singles match against Com­ TIRES stock Park by default. Best Prices Around Are Hot Out of Town! are parents with students in the Thornapple Kellogg Scots second, look to tourney The Scots’ boys’ golfers finished the regular season with the second lowest score in school history, Wednes­ day Sept. 25 at The Pines, but it still wasn't enough to defeat O-K Gold power­ house South Christian. Caledonia’s 143 was bested by the Sailors 139. South finishes the O-K Gold season in first place, just ahead of the Scots. The Scots have a week off to rest before going for a piece of the conference crown Oct. 7 at Cedar Chase in the conference tourna­ ment. Matt ZicscmcY. the only senior who consistently scores for the varsity, will use the week to heal an in­ jured shoulder. Ziescmcr was hurt while playing for the Scots varsity soccer team Tuesday Sept. 24. Against South Christian and Kcnowa Hills at The Pines Caledonia coach Gus Wagner said that Ziescmcr inspired his teammates with a great effort, scoring a 41 while dealing with his in­ jury. Junior Abe Mulvihill led Frosh gridders defeat Belding, 27-14 Punt, pass and kick winners announced Over Your Head The Best Mobile Home in Middleville! 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Free Loaner Cars Available? e �Page 22/The Sun and News MtddleviRe Mi October 1. 2002 Scots finish a busy week with 2-1 mark The Caledonia girls’ var­ sity tennis team had a busy week last week, playing three conference matches on three consecutive days at home. The Scots took the first 2, but were bested by Cedar Springs in the third. On Wednesday Sept. 25 Cedar Springs came to Cale­ donia and went home with a 5-3 win. Cedar swept the singles flights and took home the victory at first doubles. For the Fighting Scots, the second doubles team of Melodic Hickle and Carissa VanLoon won 6-0. 7-5. Erica Donnell and Amanda Maichele at third doubles didn’t drop a game. winning 6-0.6-0. Jennie Atkinson and Sarah Phillips earned a 6-1. 6-1 victory at fourth dou­ bles. On Tuesday the Scots hosted Wyoming Park and won 6-2. Carly Farver won 6-2. 6-3 at second singles. At third singles Ali Steams walked away with a 6-4. 4-6. 6-2 victors. Amy Steinbach at fourth singles won 6-4. 6-1. The team of Amy Jo Leatherman and Jenny Workman at first singles was leading the first set 5-0 when their opponents re­ tired. The third doubles team of TK frosh and jayvee soccer earn wins On September 19, the Thornapplc Kellogg boys’ JV soccer team defeated By­ ron Center 5-1. The Trojans came out strong with excel­ lent passing and team work to put the pressure on the Bulldogs from the start. Automotive 1989 CHEVY BERETTA: 2 owners, runs & looks nice, $1700 (269)795-2232 1992 BUICK RIVIERA great condition, runs excel­ lent, super winter car, ask ing, $4,500 obo. Call (616)868-7357 or (616)86213P______________________ PONTIAC 1998 RED SUN­ FIRE GT: loaded, excellent condition, asking $7,500 Call (616)813-0624. Buxinexx Servicex FOR ALL YOUR FLOOR­ ING NEEDS: carpet, hard wood, ceramic tile. Low pn cos, free estimates, (269)9459631. Chad Brice put the Tro­ jans on the board first, in the eighth minute off an excel­ lent pass from Ryan Fletke. Flctke than scored a goal in the 12th minute assisted by Kurt Huntington and again in the 16th minute assisted by Brice. Brice scored his second goal of the game in the 24th minute to give the Trojans a 4-0 lead going into half time. Nine minutes into the sec­ ond half. Fletke scored his third goal of the game. Byron Center scored their goal in the 51st minute of the game to bring the score to 5-1. This victory now brings the JV Trojans to a record of 4-1-4. This year has been out­ standing for the team. They are playing really well as a team, looking for the oppor (unity to pass the ball around and find the open person. This group of players is showing what it takes to be a team. After waiting for a late summer Thunderstorm to pass Thursday Sept. 19 the Trojans freshmen Boys' soc­ cer team took the field host­ ing South Christian. This, the seventh game of the 2002 season which was delayed an hour took its toll on the players with TK get­ ting off to a slow start. Eleven minutes into the game Josh Baird heated things up by chasing down a pass from Wilton Campos. Campos placed a pass over the defense. The defense had pushed up and Baird chased the ball down and beat the South Christian keeper who came out of his net. Baird chipped the ball in the goal from 15 yards to put Thor­ napple Kellogg up 1-0. South Christian tied things up at the 21 minute mark with some good ball handling and passing. TK continued to work hard and broke the tie in the second half with a goal by Scott Blood. Blood’s goal was scored at the 60 minute mark when Nick Wilke showed some great hustle working hard to maintain control. This hard work re­ sulted in a breakdown of South Christian's defense and Wilke found a breaking Blood wide open for the goal. After the game freshman Coach Matt Mollica stated that the Middleville players out shot the Sailors 13-9 and the win was due to players pulling it together and work­ ing harder in the second half to beat the Sailors to the ball. Donnell and Maichele bat­ tled through a 7-5 first set. then took the second 6-1 for the victory. Atkinson and Phillips won 6-1. 6-0 at fourth dou­ bles. Monday Sept. 23 the Scots swept the Kenowa Hills Knights for an 8-0 win. First singles player Ra­ chel Zylstra had a great comeback in her three set victory. After dropping the first set 3-6. Zylstra took the next two 6-4, 6-3. Farver at second singles came back from down 5-2 to win the first set 7-5. then was leading the second set 4-1 when her opponent re­ tired. At third singles Ali Steams w on 6-4. 6-2. Amy Steinbach double bagled her opponent at fourth singles 6-0. 6-0. On the doubles side Leatherman and Jenny Workman won at first sin­ gles 6-3. 6-2. Hickle and VanLoon were 6-4. 6-2 winners at second doubles. Donnell and Maichele started their perfect week with a 6-2. 6-1 victory. Atkinson and Phillips were 6-2. 6-2 winners at fourth doubles. The Scots finished the week with a league record of 4-3-1 and an overall record of 5-5*1. Scots win at Wayland Caledonia's girls’ varsity basketball team won their only game last week as their coach Angie Stauffer faced off against her former school for the first time. The Scots defeated the Wildcats 61-52 with a “great overall performance," said Stauffer. Julie Slot led the Scots' offense with 18 points, and with 9 rebounds. Stauffer said that Shelby King had a breakthrough performance at Wayland King scored 12 points and pulled down 8 rebounds, plus had 4 steals. Mindy Bode recorded 8 rebounds for the Scots. The Fighting Scots go on the road for two O-K Gold matches this week. Tuesday Oct. 1 at South ChriMian, and Thursday Oct. 3 at Unity Christian Then Cale­ donia hosts Catholic Central on Monday Oct. 7. Caledonia soccer 7-0 with one to go in regular season Twice last week the Cale­ donia boys’ varsity soccer team posted 1-0 shut-out victories over formidable league opponents and re­ main undefeated in O-K Gold action with only one match left to play before the conference tournament be­ gins. “There are no easy wins in the league this year, so the Scots are putting to­ gether their best team play of the season,” says coach Brian Broekhuisen. Relentless midfield at­ tacking from Trent Van Haitsma, Kyle Peacy, Kraig Borr, David Palma, Matt Cook, and James Cooley put The Scots’ Matthew Cook tries to break around the Caledonia in control of the match against Wyoming comer of the Knights’ defense (Photo by Brett Bremer) Park on Sept. 26. Walter Specs scored in the first overtime off of a cross by James Cooley. On Tuesday Sept. 24 against Kenowa Hills Specs scored the lone goal of the game off of a feed from An­ drew Cromer in the second half. The Scots controlled the play for the entire first half with their midfield winning balls, and moving up field. Caledonia just wasn’t able to get the ball into the net until Specs’ goal in the sec­ ond. The defensive play of Cooley. Nate VanEnk. Kyle Hemmes, Ryan Rogers, and Chad Max low has made the difference says Broekhuisen. The Scots visit Unity Caledonia’s Andrew Cromer looks up as a point blank Christian in the Gold regular season finale Thursday Oc­ shot flies over the net in the first half against Kenowa tober 3. Hills (Photo by Brett Bremer) �The Sun and News, Middleville, MiOctober 1, 2002/Page 23 Business Services For Rent ABLE CHRISTOPHER'S TREE/SHRLB SERVICE: Removals, proper pruning, yard clean-ups Small jobs welcome, since 1975. (616)868-1614 SO DOWN HOMES: Gov't & Bank Foreclosures? HUD, VA, FHA. 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The Saxons scored on a 25-yard run by B.J. Donnini. Joe Arens extra point made it 7-0 Hastings. Caledonia head coach Tom Burrill says that “our biggest hurdle is ourselves.” The Fighting Scots’ of­ fense shook off the early mistake and took control of the ball game, scoring the next 27 points. Caledonia marched 64yards on 13 consecutive rushes when they got the ball back. Joe Kowalski scored the first of his three touchdowns of the night on a 4-yard run to cut the Saxon lead to 7-6. Kowalski's second touch­ down of the night gave the Scots the lead for good. This time it took Caledo­ nia’s offense only 6 rushes to move the ball from their own 36 to the Hastings' 21yard line. There they found themselves in a fourth-andthree. The Scots came out of a time-out and Angel Castillo hit Kowalski with a 21-yard touchdown pass. Then a Castillo to Greg Jousma pass completion on the two point conversion try gave Caledonia’s Joe Kowalski slides through the gaping hole made along the goal line by his offensive line and tight end Greg Jousma (82) to put the Scots up 20-7 (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia a 14-7 lead. The three headed monster of Kowalski, Castillo, and Kyle Klyn each rushed for right around 70 yards. Kowalski had 11 carries for 68 yards. Castillo 12 for 71, and Klyn 12 for 71. PHOTO Center Where you get your photos processed DOES matter! ^x35mm Film Processing J HIE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT $C99 NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional get 8xio ENLARGEMENTS $^95 APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE. 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With 6:42 left in the game Hastings’ quarterback Dus­ tin Bowman threw a 1-yard touchdown pass to Joe Ar­ ens to cut the Scots’ lead to 27-14, but the ensuing on­ side kick failed and the Caledonia ground game went back to work. The Castillo and Anthony Reed took turns pounding it down the field behind their offensive line until Klyn carried the pigskin 24-yards around the right end for the final score in Caledonia’s 33-14 win. Kowalski picked off a Saxon pass in the endzone with 1:45 left, and the party started. "Our offense finally got rollin’, and our D. played very well,” said Burrill. Jim Haisma led the Cale­ donia defense with 12 tack les, Corey Kilmartin added 6 for the Scot defense that gave up only 90 rushing yards on the night. 67 of those rushing yards came on two big plays leading to Saxon scores. The Saxons' Dustin Bow­ man threw for 137 yards, but the Scots' secondary picked off 2 passes. Kowal­ ski's interception and one by Richie McCarty in the first quarter. The Scots host Kenowa Hills Friday night Oct. 4 at 7. Caledonia will look to even up their record as they face a Gold rival for the sec­ ond week in a row who is winlcss on the season. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-10-08.pdf d59246866f45e553a4ccb84f021ce896 PDF Text Text Yoik Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 131st year Middleville, Michigan 4yj33 1/UCtooer o, zuuz Fashion featured at Women’s Night Out by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Sea Shanty will be presenting a fashion show of styles that move from the of­ fice to casual wear easily, cozy at home fashions and more for women in the Barry County area Tuesday, Oct. 15. sponsored by the Barry County Women’s Fes­ tival. Kellogg Community College and Pennock Hospi­ tal Dinner will be served at 6:30 p m. al the Middle Villa Inn. Before dinner women can network and meet up with friends at 6 p.m There will be a cash bar The fashion show will follow dinner. Members of the Village Players of Middleville will present a scries of comedic vignettes “What If.” What would happen if “men played cards the way women do” or what if the fairy tales lied and “Cinder­ ella wasn't exactly like the fairy talc?” Members of the Barry County Women’s Festival Committee hope that an eve­ ning event will give women in the county a chance to share their experiences and ask questions. Pennock Hospital, one of the sponsors of the event, sees Women's Night Out as an opportunity to let women know about changes Pen­ nock has made to provide better service to women. Joan Ezinga said Pennock will have a display and take home information. “I want women to know that we are improving the mammography area. We have improved the decor and hope the area is now more comfortable. We will have materials to help pa­ tients with cancer awareness and what we have to offer.” Peggy Kline of the Women’s Festival Commit­ tee said she sees this event as a way to attract both women who have attended in the past and those who’ haven’t. “I hope many women who “haven’t done some­ thing for themselves” will treat themselves to a night out.” Kline said. Karel Asbury , a program manager with the Kellogg Community College's Life­ long Learning Center, has been a member of the com­ mittee since 2000 when the college first became in­ volved as a sponsor. She said. “It gives me a chance to work with many interesting women from all areas of the community. The different perspectives help us pul together programs that appeal to a wider audi­ ence.” The college helped sup­ port the 2001 Barry County Women’s Festival in the spring of 2001 with funding, administrative support, and a facility for a Saturday filled with workshops and speakers including some from the college. The college is also help­ ing support the Women's Night Out with funding and administrative support. KCC Barry County director Tim Sleevi sees the festival as helping women make good decisions about their future. As women lead busier lives in the county, the Barry County Women's Fes­ tival committee hopes to plan events that can fit into those lives. Perhaps one year will feature a Saturday event, followed the next year by an evening event. This year’s evening event should have a little for eve­ ryone who attends from an opportunity to meet other See Women's Night Out, pg. 8 Rebecca Pence from the Sea Shanty models a sweater coat with removable collar and cuffs She is standing by many of the new fall fashions which will be part of the fashion show at the Women s Night Out at the Middle Villa Inn. Coldwater River Watershed management plan reviewed by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Coldwater River Wa­ tershed, which includes wa­ terways in Kent. Barry and Ionia counties, was the topic of discussion last Wednes­ day during a meeting of the Coldwater River Watershed Council. Abigail Matzke of Annis Water Resources Institute.from Grand Valley State University, was facili­ tator for the afternoon. The meeting, which was followed by dinner, was held at Rafaelas by Pa­ gano's in the banquet room for the purpose of space to spread out and work. The gathering of the council and citizens was to review, dis­ cuss. and brainstorm specif­ ics of a management plan being developed. The plan is being designed to support and promote the natural ac­ tivities of the Coldwater River area. Most stale and federal funding for manage­ ment of the waterways will be tied to the completed plan. According to a handout from Matzke, a watershed is an area from which all pre­ cipitation flows to a single stream or set of streams. Among the many problems that this particular watershed is experiencing are thermal pollution and excess sedi­ mentation. The Coldwater River Wa- Abigail Matzke, right, along with Laurie Beth Nederveld, both of Annis Water Resources Institute, Grand Valley State University, facilitated the meeting for the Coldwater River Watershed management plan review tershed covers approxi­ this as well as other issues tion, which became official mately 150 square miles in­ connected to the watershed in -\uuuM 1997 terconnected in Kent, Barry including urban sprawl and The council has four main and Ionia counties. The the E. coli (bacteria) prob­ goals: to study the water­ Coldwater River itself is lem. shed, funding projects con­ Over time the group de­ cerning the watershed. about 34 miles in length and runs into the Thornapple cided to incorporate and be­ See watershed plan, pg. 3 River, which in turn runs come a non-profit organiza­ into the Grand River. “You can't think of (prob­ lems with the waterways) in terms of political bounda­ ries, you have to think of it Plans for Caledonia pool boosted in terms of a watershed.” said Matzke. by study results “If you fix it downstream, Sand mining debated in Caledonia but not upstream, it doesn’t Township do any good.” According to Ron Barsh. Caledonia Planning Commission a council member, the coun­ moves budget hearing to Oct. 16 cil originated due to a citi­ Soccer Scots fall but still O-K zen concerned about the wa­ tershed and a dairy opera­ Gold conference’s top seed tion. An informal group of people started discussing In This Issue Ron Batch. left, discusses the management plan with other Watershed Council members and area citizens. Barsh has been instrumental tn the counci from the beginning. �Page 2/The Sun and News, Mtddleviiie, Mi/October 8 2002 CHERUB creators to speak to GFWC members People who live the heart­ ache of going home from the hospital without their new­ born sons or daughters might appreciate the Com­ fortingly Healing Empty Arms and Remembering the Unforgettable Babies (CHERUB) program created in 2000 by Betsy Saltka and Diane Satterfield. CHERUB’s beginnings and how it is implemented will be the program for the Wednesday. Oct. 9. meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)Gun Lake Area following the 9:30 a.m. business meet­ ing at Bay Pointe Restau­ rant. Gun Lake. Betsy Saltka and husband Dave lost a son in the third month of her pregnancy to anencephaly and knowing in advance isn't always a help. When a baby is lost, before the delivery or afterwards, local hospitals call Betsy and Diane Satterfield, who write notes to the mothers (their names are not given). Flowers and angels are de­ livered to the hospital from Betsy’s van at a moment s notice. The Saltkas have had the support of family and friends in this tragic mo­ ment, “but,” says Betsy. “perhaps not everybody does.” The Home Life Depart­ ment will sponsor this pro­ gram. Call Fran Leonard, president, at (269) 795-8731 for information and lunch­ eon reservations. Club business preceding the program includes: • Membership dues pay­ able to treasurer by Nov. 30. • Report ' the TK 7th-grader joins cast of Nutcracker Thornapple Kellogg sev­ enth-grader Megan Holz­ hausen will perform with the Moscow Ballet’s Great Rus­ sian Nutcracker next month. This is the second year Holzhauscn will be dancing for the second time for the Great Russian Nutcracker. Auditions were held Sept. 19 at Rivertown Mall. Grandville. Megan earned the role of an angel. Her grandfather was heard to say, “Of course, she’s ar. an­ gel.” Megan began dancing at the age of 2. She has contin- T8O1 W. state Rd. (Vicinity of Otto s Turkey Farm) ” OCT. 11, 12, 13 • 9 AM - ? Vintage items, antiques, furniture, women's , clothing - sz. 7-14, full-length red fox coat $350, oak desk w/chair $195, Drexel-Heritage buffet table $195. Lots of misc. stuff! 269-795-4989 See us for fall savings jJ ♦ Residential ♦ Commercial Megan Holzhausen will perform as an angel in the Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker Nov. 3. ued to dance ever since, in­ cluding competing in na­ tional dance contests in Ten­ nessee and Illinois. Megan’s home studio is the Harmony Dance Source in Middleville. She studies jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical and hip hop. Instructor and stu­ dio owner Terry Terpstra has been a large part of Me­ gan’s dance life since she got started. Megan will be practicing every weekend at the Acad­ emy of Dance Arts in Com­ stock Park until the ballet opens on Sunday, Nov. 3, at DeVos Hall in Grand Rap­ ids. Holzhausen was also asked to dance in the Great Russian Nutcracker per­ formance in Kalamazoo. AA, AL-ANON MEETING TIMES Industrial ... come and see how beautiful your room can CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S E. (M-37) • Caledonia. Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 • Barry County Women’s Festival event of Oct. 15. • Refunding and bingo prizes. For information about this meeting or the GFWC-Gun Lake Area club, call Leon­ ard at (269) 795-8731 or Harlene Kok. Membership Board spokesperson at (269) 792-4398. Anyone from the Delton, Martin. Wayland. Shelbyville and Middleville areas are encouraged and welcome to attend. Bright Beginnings sets dates for play groups s tag sale Gn member/guest meeting and lunch of Sept. 11. • A report on the Homes Tour. • Southwestern District Convention of Oct. 4 report. • Mrs. Federation and Woman of Achievement nominations (voting in No­ vember). • Premier Jewelry and Sharon Culross will be in at­ tendance. • Girlstown Ingathering of Sept. 14 report FAX 616/891-9025 Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Anne Krebill. parent edu­ cator. for the Thornapple Kellogg school district, says she is excited about the start of the new school year. She heads up the Bright Beginnings — Parents as Teachers program and is adding new elements to this parent education and family support program this year. Bright Beginnings is for families with children up to age 5. The program is based on the belief that parents will be their children’s first and best teachers. The Parents as Teachers program includes personal visits, parent meetings and play groups, developmental screen and a resource net­ work. There is no cost for this program. Bright Beginnings will hold play groups twice a month in the Thornapple Kellogg school district at 10 a.m. on the second and third Wednesday of each month. Play groups are held in room 107 in the Thornapple Kel­ logg Education Building. Play groups, which in­ clude stories, activities, crafts, snacks and lots of fun. will meet Wednesday. Oct. 16. to focus on musical fun. Any parent who would like more information on* preparing children for aca­ demic and life long success, meeting other families with children the same age and learning about development should call Krcbill at 2938532. Registration for the Thor­ napple Kellogg play groups is limited. Call 795-3397 to register. Krebill also will be organ­ izing play groups in the Caledonia School District. Dates will be set later. "ft Caledonia Community Players Present The Hobbit based on the Tolkien classic adapted by Markland Taylor Join Bilbo the Hobbit and Gandalf the Wizard on an exciting, dangerous adventure to find gold in a dragon's mountain. This show runs approximately I hour and 15 minutes. Due to the content (there are a few scary scenes) this show is recommended for children 8 and up. * October 26, 2002 • 7:00 p.m. Caledonia High School Performing Art Center Reserved Seat Tickets on Sale at the Caledonia Resource Center Office Admission $3.50 General Admission tickets sold at the door. Tickets may be purchased by phone with a Visa or Master Card Call 891-8117 for more information. * �The Sun and News. M)ddlevi(le. Ml/October 8. 2002/Page 3 Watershed plan, continued from page 1 maintain a strong commit­ ment to funding education in addition to building and sus­ taining a firm cooperation with both public and private entities concerning the wa­ tershed. Further information from the council asserts that the State of Michigan has de­ creed that each of its water bodies will fulfill several designated uses. These uses include (but are not limited to) agricul­ ture, public water supply at point of intake, warm water fisheries as well as other in­ digenous aquatic life and wildlife. They also include partial body contact recrea­ tion (including wading, fish­ ing and boating) and total body contact recreation (in­ cluding any activity that submerges the body such as swimming and water skiing) (between May 1 and Oct. 31). Of these uses, nonpoint source pollutants detrimen­ tally affect four. Body con­ tacts (partial and total) are impaired. Cold-water fishery and other indigenous aquatic life and wildlife are threat­ ened. Sediment, a known prob­ lem for the watershed, is threatening the Coldwater River. Due to the high levels of bacteria and sediment, the Natural Resources Conser­ vation Service has specified past. A couple of years ago the council started training area students to assist them in their water monitoring ef­ forts through student moni­ toring.” Thornapple Kellogg. Lakewood. Caledonia. Hast­ ings, Lowell and a home school group were some of the first schools to join the effort. The schools that are cur­ rently in the monitoring study each have a section to test biweekly. Testing ob­ serves the temperature, dis­ solved oxygen rate (critical to aquatic life), flow rate as well as assessing the health of the river. Ted Curtis, a retired edu­ cator and a Watershed Council member, contends that student monitoring of The EPA has slated the the watershed fosters inter­ main body of the Coldwater personal communication River for study in 2006 due skills and assists students in to the bacteria levels. Kent career development, espe­ County already samples the cially those interested in Gddwater River for bacteria wildlife. Bi-weekly monitoring and because of the high lev­ els, has prevented public ac­ takes about three hours to cess several times in the complete. This past year has this area as a priority conser­ vation area. Sediment can raise the temperature, clog fish gills, and cover spawning grounds. According to the council, if sediment loading continues, all recreational value, such as fishing, boat­ ing. school group activities and swimming will be lost. Quoted from council lit­ erature concerning cold wa­ ter fisheries and other... wildlife. “It appears that the sediment is brought to the stream through stormwater runoff. The runoff is coming from urban impervious areas and agricultural fields. If proper stormwater best man­ agement practices are imple­ mented, these two desig­ nated uses will become more protected.” Redeemer Covenenant starts Neighborhood group for seniors Redeemer Covenant Church has started a group for senior citizens in the Dutton area. The purpose of the group is for seniors to meet to es­ tablish friendships with oth­ ers while enjoying an activ­ ity and lunch together. The next meeting will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, in the Redeemer Covenant Church Fellowship Hall (use lower level parking lot for easy ac­ cess). At this meeting there will be a short health presenta­ tion on the use of over-thecounter drugs, followed by a travelogue on Ecuador by Jerry Ritzema, a resident of Leisure Creek. The program will be followed by a soup and sandwich luncheon. There is no cost for the program or the luncheon, but a donation basket will be on the soup table if anyone would like to share in the cost of the meal. “Please don t let financial considerations hinder you from coming.” said a church spokesperson. Anyone who plans to at­ tend is asked to call the church office at 698-8001 to reserve a spot and to help those planning the meal know how many will be served. The November meeting will feature a trip and tour of DeGage Ministries with a lunch at DeGage. At the De­ cember get-together, those attending can share Christ­ mas traditions and memories and participate in a carol­ sing before enjoying a Christmas luncheon to­ gether. Redeemer Covenant Church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Ave., just south of 68th Street in Dutton. For more information, please call the church at 698-8001. or call Arv Anderon at 698-9547. Can 945^9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad. Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! brought about scheduling conflicts in a couple of the schools (including Caledo­ nia and Lowell), causing them to opt out of the pro­ gram for the time being. Plans are under way to train other students and con­ cerned citizens in the moni­ toring efforts. Watershed projects gener­ ally include a steering com­ mittee with representatives, or stakeholders, of the dif­ ferent audiences in the wa­ tershed. These stakeholders can represent government, residents, environmental agencies and industries, etc. Typically, only a small por­ tion of any watershed (hu­ man) population is repre­ sented and informed about matters concerning their own watershed. With the Coldwater River Watershed plan being devel­ oped, the council hopes to correct that in the Coldwater River Watershed area. The entire management plan, in­ cluding information and education, best management practices (physical struc­ tures and agricultural land) and the results of every study done on the Coldwater River. Duck Creek and Ty­ tute: Lake Michigan Center, ler Creek were reviewed at 740 West Shoreline Drive; Muskegon. Ml 49441. the meeting. Interested citizens and (231)728-3601. For further information students are invited to learn more about the council and regarding the council, the the ongoing monitoring pro­ plan and/or any particular ject. For more information ideas, contact Gary Mast of about the management plan NESA & Associates, in the contact Abigail Matzke. Freeport area, at 616-656Grand Valley State Univer­ 9310. Or visit the council s sity. Research Assistant. An­ website at www.coldwaternis Water Resources Insti­ rivcr.org. The Studio came to Caledonia ...the spa came to 49116 SAION Middleville/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington. 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Many organizations throughout the city of Grand Rapids organize teams of volunteers to collect food door to door in most neigh­ borhoods. Dutton Christian School students, recognizing that the door to door service ends at 60th Street and East Pans Ave., will have Dutton Christian Middle School serve as a drop-off point for families who reside outside the door to door area. Families who want to par­ ticipate in the food dnve can drop nonperishable food items off at Dutton Christian Middle School, 6729 Hanna Lake Ave.. Friday.Oct. II. between 9 a.m. and I noon. The Dutton Christian School student organization. SAAB - Student Activities and Advisory Board will deliver the food for a Dutton Christian School student sponsored sen ice project. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship...................... 9 30 a m. Fellowship Time.........................10:35 a.m. Sunday School ............................ 10 50 a m. Evening Praise............................ 6.00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles ... C 0 M Ul M I a place to belong I Y CHURCH a place to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship.... ...........9:30 fc 1 LOO a.m. Youth Ministry..................................... 8910576 Meeting at the Crou Creek Charter Academy Rex Michael Stowell. Dad Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship Leader Denns Bouma, Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web si*e www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH ____________________ a________________ FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, nonh of Middleville • ”95-9726 Bruce N. Slewart. Senior PaMor Tim A. Vine, AssL Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Su wart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service. 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Praise Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 1100 a m Wed Fellowship 730pm Pastor Lloyd DeVonner Sr. Church Ph. 868-6810 • Pastor's Ph. 897-7407 M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or w w w.peacechurch.ee Community Campai fan PhuisAy anZ Seivue Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am A Place for Family A Friends 6201 Whitneysille Asenue. Aho Wednesday CHRISTIAN REFORMED Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Contemporary Worship 9:30ajn. Sunday School for All Ages 10:45am Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Erikson Evening Worship 6:00pm 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-6988001 rtdeaner^iservjiet wwwjedeanercovenant.urg Pastor Roger Bollman • Church Office: 868-0391 www iakeMdecommuMy erg A mwr of the Emn/eiad Commmt Omaha of Amenca Corner of 2nd Street and la 2nd Avenue AJO am Tradtuui Sundn School for Al Ago Sundry E» mmg Senior HF Fnenh pjr-Sdaxs-xh Prayer Meeting Vofondn 1115 am extemporary KhGOam 6 JO pm 630 pm 630pm 1U TOWVSEO Tma • NOBUVIMMS. teooMt Pm 891-B02B • email k-^ghivjnltserv net (nortbuvst </ Gun Lain) THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . ,10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 Middleville - Parmelee 930 am Parmelee Momrg Worship MkJdtevBe Momrg Worshp Sunday School (Jr High 4 Adults) Nursery - Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evening Jr High ■ Grades 68. Wed Evening 1100 am 945 am 1100 am 600-800 pm 600-7 30 pm Ret Lee Zach mat t Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER Community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web sue www wayfgrercc.org WHITNEYVILLE G^fcunth • Bible Church Located in Leighton Township Sunday Mornmg 150 131st Ave . Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Sunday CottiHiMMify of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68tb St near Whitneyv«e Ave Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6<h grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Redeemer Covenant Church st: < < t October 13th: “A Place Io Call Home” A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 4934« • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Sat. Evening Mass 5 00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9.30 a.m 9.30 am Mass at St Therese Church in Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Wayland while renovations are being made ___________ Phone 868-6437___________ _______________ 792-2889_____________ “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. and 600 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Rev P Adams + Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 11O0 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 7:00 PM YOU ARE INVITED 10 AM Sunday Morning One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Paul Lutheran Church St (Missouri Synod) 8546 WNtneyv^ Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hoiy Communwn 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wedne»4ay 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or B46-9327 Vicar - Rat. David T. Huttwick ficlxcl "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School .930 am. Scnday Momrg Worsnc 1030 am Meenrg at cnapei or. Whrfne yviiie Ave Scndoy Evenrg Worsro 600pm Wed tAoweek Prayer 5 Bfbe Study 7 00 pm Sev Thoma 9uys Pesto • Per Karl sasrxx Assoc Pasta Neutte ^meyviieooieag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 8, 2002/Page 5 Seven TK grads receive AP awards Engagements Thomapple Kellogg High School Principal Ellen Zack has announced that the College Board, in recogni­ tion of exceptional achieve­ ment on the college-level Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations, has named seven students from the 2002 graduating class AP Scholars. Approximately 23 percent of America’s graduating seniors have taken one or more AP Examinations. Only 13 percent of the more than 700.000 students hav­ ing taken AP Examinations in May of 2002, performed at a sufficiently high level to merit such honor. • Jessica Wilson qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction granted to stu- dents who receive an aver­ age grade of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams and have taken at least 5 AP tests. • Jennifer Punt qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor which is granted to students who receive an average grade of 3.50 on all AP Exams and have taken at least 4 AP tests. • Randy Benedict, Kevin Ehmry, Pamela Foote. Ben­ jamin Sevald and Dave Stuart qualified for the AP Scholar Award, which is merited by earning grades of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams covering fullyear courses. AP Examinations, which students take in May after completing challenging col­ lege-level courses at their high school, are graded on a 5-point scale (5 is the high- est). Most of the nation's colleges and universities award credit, advanced placement, or both for grades of 3 or higher. More than 1,400 institu­ tions award a year of credit (sophomore standing) to stu­ dents presenting a sufficient number of qualifying grades. There are 32 AP examina­ tions offered in 18 subject areas, each consisting of multiple-choice and freeresponse (essay or problem­ solving) questions. Thomapple Kellogg High School currently offers eight advanced placement classes including AP Literature, AP Composition. AP U.S. History. AP Government, AP Calculus. AP Chemistry. AP Physics and AP Computer Science. Corduroy to visit Caledonia Library Thursday, Oct. 10 Kenyons to celebrate 50 years of marriage “Corduroy," will visit the Caledonia District Library Thursday, Oct. 10, at 10:30 Fifty years of marriage will be observed on Oct. 11, 2002 by Rod and Carol Kenyon of Middleville. Family and friends are invited to share «n their celebration at an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Yankee Springs Golf Course. Their children are Craig and Kathy Kenyon, Tom and Stacy Kenyon and Chris and Chuck Schram. They have nine grandchil­ dren. No gifts, please. In his book, Don Freeman created a character through words and pictures that has charmed young readers for years. Originally printed in 1968, this tale of a bear with fl Little of Everything • Yarn • Craft • Variety • • 1/2 Off Card Shop • • Knitting • Crocheting • • Cross Stitch • Quilting • • School Supplies • • Custom Framing of: • Needlepoint • Prints • • Documents • Family Portraits • • Sunrider Herbs • Skin Care • & the Kitchen Sink A// this at: ^Rainbow’s End^s r*__ f Yarn, Craft & Variety . .3 9343 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) - Caledonia Village Centre 891-1106 TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Oct. 9 Breaded pork patties w/mashed potatoes or ham­ burg on a bun, broccoli w/cheese. fresh apple, milk. Thursday, Oct 10 Lasagna roll w/bre ads tick or pepperoni hot pocket, peas, apple cobbler, milk. Friday, Oct. 11 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, seasoned green beans, fresh orange slices, milk. Monday, Oct. 14 No school. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Two beef tacos, w/soft shells or cheeseburg on a bun, tossed salad, mixed fruit, milk. a missing button resonates with young children. This Fall Story Time spe­ cial at the Caledonia Public Library, a branch of the Kent District Library, fea­ tures a visit from Corduroy •along with bear stories, games and crafts. The program is for chil­ dren 6 years old and younger. For more informa­ tion. call the library at 6473840. Breen-Green to wed Dec. 14 Mark and Darr Breen of Caledonia announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter. Jodi Lynn Breen to John Michael Green, son of John and Catherine Green, also of Caledonia. The bride elect is a gradu­ ate of Caledonia High School and will be a 2003 graduate of Western Mich­ igan University. The groom elect is also a graduate of Caledonia High School and a 2000 graduate of ITT. A Dec. 14. 2002 wedding is planned. If Kfan’s | ' Koiisignniciit I * Infant's * Children's h . _ . __ * Women's * Men's * Pins Sizes (large selection) Maternity * Accessories * Halloween Costumes * Hand ( rafted Jewelry CHILDREN'S PI AY AREA! 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (tight on m-37) 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 J .Hours Mon & Wed 10-7 pm. Tues. Thurs 4Fn 10-6 pm. Sal 10-3 pm 40DAYSofPurpose A PURPOSE-DRIVEN LIFE CAMPAIGN WHAT ON EARTHAM I HERE FOR? You are not an accident! You were created by God for five purposes, and until you understand them, life will not make sense. Come to Gun Lake Community Church and join a spir­ itual journey that will answer life’s most fundamental question: “What is the purpose of my life? movie OUTPOJT video sumritore Glen Valley Retail Center • M-37 • 891-9303 ❖ Get off to the right start; attend the national simulcast: October 12, 2002 • 12:30 - 3:00 P.M. ❖ Receive a copy of Rick Warren’s new best seller, The Purpose Drive Life. Also, receive a free personal study guide on the purpose of life. Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & Midnight on Friday & Saturday One Movie or Game Rental One Microwave Popcorn One 2-Liter Coke Product Don’t miss this opportunity to discover God’s pur­ pose for you! Tickets are on sale now and seating is limited, so don’t hesitate to reserve your seat today! The cost is S5.00 per person. Call for more details: Gun Lake Community Church 12200 West M-179 Wayland, MI 49348 (616) 795-7903 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 8. 2002 Students of the Month chosen at TK Middle School Seventh graders selected are Bridget! Apsey. Mindy Aubil, Trever Fmkbeiner, Ethan Fuller. Bradley hall, Dixie Larsen. Alexandria VanDyke. David VanHeck, Camron VanSpronsen, Robert Wilson, Jenna Wing. Brittany Yarrington and Kayla Zahl. Courtney DeRuiter was absent when this photo was taken. ,slte«v leusmte HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, ■ THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Phil'i Pitrt) (.111795-7719 For Your Appointment! Each year the Thornappie Kellogg Middle School selects “Students of the Month". The selection is based on grades, citizen­ ship, and “good kidness." Students are selected by teachers. Sixth graders selected this year are Kirk Barber. John Betit, Han­ nah Boswell, Alyssa Bow­ erman, Andrea Burrows, David Comeau, Cara Crandell. Kolton Geerligs, Dylan Hamilton, Nicholas Karelse, Steven Kennicott, Gina Mancuso, Mackenzie Meyering, Sara Pappas and Molly Wilson Sponsors of the Travis Wenger 4-H Scholarship fj flunk you fox making dicams come bate, suppaiting aux yauth and keeping memories alive. tip Advantage Asphalt Chad Alverson fir Family Tim Baker Wanda Barcroft Barnyard Buddies Baseline Beef Kids BDK Construction Mike Beuschel fir Family James Bedrick fit Family Buer Concessions Bull Creek Veterinary Ron Bunning fir family Byron Wholesale Meats Caledonia Elevator Dan Valley Excavating James fir Darla Delbert Dave fir Barb Dykstra Amy Dykstra Janine Dykstra Rob fir Sue Dykstra fir Family Lisa Eavey Al fir Vai Eavey John fir Jennifer Endres fir Family Matt Erb Butch fir Linda Falconer fir Family Ron fir Cindy Tales Dave Furrow fir Family Don fir Janet Geukes Steve Gias fir Family Green Valley Agriculture Kevin fir Elaine Flam mon tree Steve fir Amanda Hildabrand Don fir Lisa Johnson fit Family Chuck Kachele fir Family Chuck fir Fawn Kimmel fir Family Phil fir Jan Kuhtk Tim fir Karen Leep fir Family Kandy Lett Inga fir Kids Mike ftr Sherri Lind Greg fit Cheryl Lydy fir Family Newton Well Service Terri Nichols Steve Oatman Ernie fir Barb Olson Jt M (ft Mike fir Denise Grosman Osborne Family Rhil fir Deb Patrick Family Meryl fir Crystal Peake John fir Kathy Pennington Mike Pickard fir Family Dennis Redman fir Family Mike Riley John Robertson fir Family Klrt Reigler fir Family Mike fir Linda Rosenberg Bill Seif Paul Sheeley fir Family Bud fir Patti Smith fir Family Marv fir Linda Smith Bob fir Shirley Smith Glenn fir Julie Stoneburner John fir Kathy Surratt Dick. 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Wt appttoaU ^mm 9tnttatitV matt Aon out mattb can e.xf'ox JAaaAt atta (at ^mm puiyet.* >uppt-U and tapt- aatlu At (utndAip tat Aatt unA eacA * f r -r . U'tn^tt 3anut^; PAA, £uAy and fyltt Starting out their final year at the middle school these eighth graders were se­ lected as students of the month. Joshua DeKleine, Kathryn Edwards, Mitchell Ed­ wards, Elizabeth Ellsworth, David Gillig, Rochelle Hyde, Donald Johnson, Kirsten Olsen, Melissa Piets, Zachary Runge, Cory Tietz, Joshua VanderWoude, Kate Wilson and Jenna Yeazel. NEWEST CITIZEN ANOUNCED BOY, Logan Jason, bom at Metropolitan Hospital on Sept. 10, 2002 at 3:02 p.m. to Jason and Kelly Wilkins of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. and 21 inches long. Welcomed home by big brother Alex, age 3 1/2. Need some extra cash? Got something to sell? Phone 1-800-870-7085 for Sun and News ACTION-Ads! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 8. 2002/Page 7 Pumpkin World returns to S&S by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Celebrating harvest and autumn is easy at the S & S Farm Market this month. Each year Pumpkin World is just a little differ­ ent but the fun remains the same. Pumpkin Lady Julie Coon is looking forward to interacting with the classes which come to visit during the weekdays and those coming to the special events each Saturday. Coon, an experienced ac­ tress with the Village Play­ ers of Middleville, put on the pumpkin lady costume for the Heritage Day parade and is charming the young visitors to Pumpkin World. In addition to the inside maze there are two out side SERVING OUR COUNTRY Michael J. Boafo Marine Corps Pvt. Michael J. Boafo, son of Kimberly S. Lynema of Wayland and David S. Boafo of Caledonia, recently com­ pleted basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. Boafo successfully com­ pleted 12 weeks of training designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physi­ cally and mentally. Boafo and fellow recruits began their (raining at 5 a.m., by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical conditioning program. Boafo spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid. uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons training. They performed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. Boafo and other re-cruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps’ core val­ ues - honor, courage and commitment, and what the words mean in guiding per­ sonal and professional con- duct. Boafo and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54hour team effort, problem solving evolution which cul­ minated with an emotional ceremony in which the recruits were presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and were addressed as “Marines” for the first time since boot camp began. Jennifer L. Lewis SPC Jennifer I.ewis of the 334th Medical Group, has been awarded the Army Achievement Medal for meritorious service while serving as the acting NCOIC of the Medical Regulating Office at annual training. SPC Lewis previously has been awarded the Army Re­ serve Components Achieve­ ment Medal, the Army Service Ribbon and several certificates of achievement. SPC Lewis is the daughter of Patrick and Carol Lewis of Middleville and is a 1998 graduate of Hastings High School. She entered the Army Reserves in 1998. SPC Lewis currently lives in Grand Rapids and attends Grand Valley State Univer­ sity. One vacation Why Wait? See for yourself why we call it “Fun Ship*” cruising. 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Sherri Reddy returns on Oct. 19 along with Slocum’s Llamas and Mike Bremer is featured on Saturday. Oct. 26. The cost is $3 per child. S & S is located on M-37 3.5 Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads miles south of the light in Middleville. Pumpkin World 2002 is open through Oct. 31 from 3:30 - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4:30 p.m. For more information call 7959758. FREE DISH! When you provide a valid major credit card and sign up tor 12 months of America’s Top 50 for only $22.99 per month, we ll give you a FREE satellite TV system (MSRP $149) and FREE Standard Professional Installation (MSRP $199). That's a $348 value, and a great price for all-digital programming. 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CALEDONIA SCHOOLS (Just across the Thornapple River) 3 bedrooms w/master suite. 5.7 acres of prime hunt­ ing properly. UNDER $95,000 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS 2 bedroom, easi­ ly 3, 1-1/2 baths, totally remodeled and new inside. NEW LISTING Thornapple Kellogg 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 10 acres of woods, wetlands & wildlife. LAND IN FHORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL 3.5 acres with frontage on pond in a 3 parcel subdivision. Only 20 minutes from Grand Rapids. �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 8. 2002 Night Out, from pg. 1 women, laugh at the stereo­ types of women, from fairy tales to finding the right “look for fall.” Dinner choices include a sizzler steak, stuffed chicken breast or Alfredo pasta with a California vegetable blend. The cost for the evening is $20 per person. Registration forms are printed in this week’s Re­ minder or are available at JAd Graphics and Printing Plus offices, the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center. For more information or to register with a credit card, call 948-9500. extension 2244. Donna A. Bringingstaull We would like to say Thank You for the warmth of the cards sent, hugs given and support in sympathy of our loss of Eric Lee Reyff II Sixtmty, H<izW£e, K&dney. Kihi, Cltebea. G’uuuly Eu££gn, Pampa Pki£, Aiud Stacie, Aiml StuuUa and the CeuAuu Qznhj% Jewelry created by Rebecca Pence will be on dis­ play during the fashion show as well. S9I-X9X0 •Lach office independently owned and operated EXECUTIVE ESTATE. NEW CONSTRUCTION. Model home with 4 bedrooms on 2 plus acres. Built by a premium builder - Erco Homes. Gas Fireplace. 2 car garage, large deck, wrap around front porch. $267,900. (SPRIDAVI) Paul Davit 29142063 MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOL! BRING OFFERS! $159,909. Immediate possession. Wildlife abounds at this 4 bedroom. 2 bath home. Over 1800 SF of living area, for­ mal dining, living room, family room, den, master bedroom, and much more. On almost 2 acres. A peaceful, private, wooded setting. (F1NIBGETT) Barb Getty 269-838-2550 WATERFRONT! New price $239,900 Immediate possession Beautiful cedar sided ranch with 420' of frontage on Little Thornapple River 4 bedrooms. 3 baths Wooded, and very secluded on almost a 2 acre kx. (ARA8BGETT) Barb Getty 269-838-2550 CALEDONIA SCHOOLS Many More Listings Available! For information on newly constructed homes and vacant kits currently available call: Kathv Benton 262-3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-4079 Rav/l.ouise Diehl 291-0401/948-8225 Beth Ann Fogg 868-0887 Tom Garbo* 868-0045 Barbara Getty 838-2550 Dave Kromm 915-4763 Laura Martin 891-7619 Rich McConnon 292-4693 Ginny Sines 901-2401 Cathv Williamson 293-7391 Dave Pratt 813-6334 Linda James 813-4909 Aaron Xander Zand 560-3772 SELLER WANTS SOLD! Updated bi-level featunng large 32x48 pole bam, 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, living room with fireplace, family room, cen­ tral air, situated on 2.29 acres. Below appraised value at $156,500. (MCC5TGARB) Tom Garbo* 868-0045 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS: Building sites. 2 plus acres and up Perked and ready to build on. For details call Barb Gray 269-838-2550. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS: 4 acre budding site, perked and reads to build For details call Kick McConaoa 292*4693. THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS: Wooded acreage. 2-7 acres Property backs up to over 300 acres of state land Ready to build. Starting at $32,500. For more informa­ tion call Tom Garbo* 891-89M. LOWELL: Vacant lot in prime down­ town Lowell. Area zoned commercial. $35,000 For details call Pool Davit 29142063 Mothers & More invites the public to an open house from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, in the Conference Center at Pennock Hospital. “Please feel free to bring your friends and learn what Mothers & More has to of­ fer,” a spokeswoman said. “This is a great time to drop by to meet the members and find out why Mothers & More is a tremendous asset for all moms.” Mothers & More is open to women working in paid employment or staying at home. In addition to these meetings, Mothers & More offers additional planned ac­ tivities and outings that in­ clude children. At the national level, Mothers & More offers vari­ ous e-mail loops and confer­ ences, as well as volunteer <625% 5.784;.. 6.250% 5.350% APR 629 W. State St. Hastings main/Treet » U IK . w U * V A Your Bank . Your Future. (Located across from K mart} •Annual Percentage Rate as of October 4 2002 and is subject to change opportunities, such as help­ ing to promote Mothers & More or getting involved with the advocacy platform to promote family-friendly workplaces. Mothers & More is an in­ ternational not-for-profit or­ ganization supporting se­ quencing women — mothers who have altered their ca­ reer paths in order to care for their children. The Middlevillc/Hastings Chapter meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month at Pennock Hospital in the Conference Center. Visitors are welcome to come and arc under no obli­ gation to join. For more information, call (616) 891-8312 Ot visit the website at www.geocities.com/hastingsmothersandmore.” Call945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 forSun&NewsACTION'Ms! Call anytime.. Mlmursailay, Mays awei East Town Homes Middleville s Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? Lease opticas available (Need we say more?) 30 Year Fixed Rate Mortgages son. Donald (Barbara) Brinningstaull of Gun Lake; seven grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; II great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband. George Brinningstaull; daughter. Shirley Rossetter; son, Alden Brinningstaull and grandson. Gary Rossetter. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place There will be no visitation or services. Interment will be at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Mulliken. Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Thornapple Ambulance Service or a charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Horne. Middleville. Mothers & More plan open house October 10 Real Estate For The Real WorldSM Caledonia *9175 Cherry Valiev Pearson-Cook HASTINGS Mrs Donna A. Brinningstaull. age 92 of Hastings, formerly of Middleville and Lake Odessa, passed away Monday October I, 2002 at Tendercare. Hastings. Mrs. Donna A. Brinningstaull was bom on June 24. 1910 in Genesee County. Flint Twp.. the daughter of Arthur and Mabie (Terry) West. She was married to George F. Brinningstaull on December 2. 1927. Donna was a homemaker, enjoyed reading and watching TV. She was a caring, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, always doing kind deeds for her family and friends. She is survived by one • Mongage interest and property taxes may be CaB Ondy to find oat bow she can help you with a mortgage, refinancing, home equity loan, line of credit, construction loan, and more. 1.800.267.3830 or 945.9561 tax deductible • Own a borne - build equity • Ea»y carefree living - oo outside maiatenance • 2 or $ bedrooms, I or 2 baths, 3 levels of tiv- REALTY GROUP, L LC. Amy DeKleine Equal Housing lender Member FDIC 616-299-6790 • 6)6-583-5000 ext 207 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/October 8. 2002/Page 9 Fall swimming lessons io start Oct, 28 at TK Swimming lessons for residents of the Thornapple Kellogg School District will be offered Monday and Wednesday evenings, begin* ning Oct 28. The class fee of $20 is for eight pool visits. The different class levels are: Level 1 — Water explora­ tion class for children begin­ ning at 4 years of age are from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Level 2 — Primary skills for 6- and 7-year-olds to establish pri­ mary skills are from 6:30 to 7:10 p.m. Level 3 — Stroke Readiness for children 7 and 8 years of ae who have passed the Level 2 class are from 6:30 to 7:10 p.m. Level 4 — Stroke development, for students who have passed the Level 3 class will run from 7.15 to 7:55 p.m. La Leche League to meet Thursday rhe La Leche League will meet at 10 a m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at 1546 Payne Lake Road in Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a nonscctarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month’s topic will be "The Family and the Breast­ fed H.iby." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breast­ feeding are welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are wel.-u-l. -ii-i come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For directions to th meet­ ing, call (269) 795-7021. For more information about I^a Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmcr at (517) 726-1264. ' Level 5 — Stroke refine­ ment for students who have passed the Level 4 class will run from 7:15 to 7:55 p.m. W’alk-in registrations be­ gin at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Community Education office 507 W. Mam St. Middleville. Phone registralion begins at 9 a.m. The fee is due at registration to confirm space. Out of dis­ trict residents may call Oct. 24 for space. Call 795-3397 for more information. There is still time to sign up for the Beginner Internet class that runs Tuesdays, Oct. 15 and 22. Learn how to navigate the information superhighway. Call 7953397 by Oct. 10 to register Senior citizens are re­ minded that the group meets the third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. in the senior citizens community room, 507 W. Main. The program Oct. 21 will be a discussion on current popular literature. Seats are available for the Cornwell's Dinner Theatre “Christmas Memories" show on Nov. 22. This popular holiday show- is likely to fill quickly. Dead­ line for reservations is Tues­ day, Oct. 22. The group will travel by school bus to a fa­ vorite destination to cele­ brate the holiday season. Please call 795-3397 for more information. - HOUSE FOR SALE 1706 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. * 616-948-2338 • • • • • 4 Bedrooms 4 Baths 3 Fireplaces Billiard Room Office • • • • • Formal Living Room Family Room Dining Room 3 Season Sun Room Inground Pool New roof on house & garage. New well, new Culligan water softener. Insulated, heated workshop in 4th stall of garage. Home is located in area of professionals and has 2.6 acres in a private, park-like setting. Asking $249,000. 948-2338._________________________________ “If Pennock, Professional Care is More Than a Promise. ” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Lani Forbes. “I visit Pennock quite often. Both as a mother of 3 active children and as a Medical First Responder for the Freeport Fire and Rescue Department. 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TK coach Tim Penfield champion Coopersville foot­ ball game from Friday night said injuries kind of caught to Saturday afternoon the up with his team. “Coopers­ clouds move out and the sun ville played tough and we didn’t play our best. It didn’t came up. Although the weather was add up very well.” After Effects HAIR STUDIO 4611 North M 37 Hwy., Middleville 269-795-0053 p. Victoria’s Charm Affordable Fine Jewelry 269-795-0039 Victoria Bet it, Owner MASSAGES Jul* Lak* CMT Relle xologist Rejuvenation Table Therapy CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS 269-795-0053 It can be summed up with one stat, other than the score of course. TK’s leading tackler was safety Justin VanSpronsen. He had nine. VanSpronsen had to con­ tinually stop Coopersville ball carriers who broke through the front of the Tro­ jans defense. The Broncos rushed for 424 yards on the afternoon en route to their 42-22 win. In the defensive backfield Penfield said VanSpronsen and cornerback Shane Shep­ herd had pretty good days. Shepherd picked off a Coopersville pass late in the second half. They were a few of the bright spots for the Trojans. Another was Darrin Tape. Tape rushed just five times in the bailgame, but had 122 yards. He took two reverses for touchdowns. The first was a 60-yarder in the first quarter that cut the Coopersville lead to 146. Coopersville jumped out to the early lead by scoring on their first two posses­ sions. Penfield said his “offense It's Harvest Tune 902 E. Freeport Rd., Freeport, Mich. Ki 7 S3® 616-765-3310 Thousands & Thousands of Pumpkins! ART BY BART'S FRIENDS Handmade gifts by local artist. SCARECROWS TO GO Kits you take home to make. WINTER SQUASH CIDER CORNSTALKS PUMPKIN BOWLING • MAPLE SYRUP ...much, much more! OPEN SEPT. 28th thru NOV. 1“ Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-8 pm; Sun. noon-6 pm Tons and Tons of Pumpkins and Tons More Pall Fun! Directions: 84th St. to Whitneyville Rd., west to 92nd or M-50, head east to Hastings Rd., 3 miles south to E. Freeport Rd. Justin VanSpronsen can't quite grasp this pass from Chad Baragar in the endzone near the end of the first half, but he would get his hands on the next one for six. (Photo by Perry Hardin) struggled, but did move the ball well enough to score.” However, they didn’t score like the Coopersville offense. The Trojans played poorly in the second quarter said Penfield, and it showed on the scoreboard. The Broncos pushed their 14-6 lead to 35-6 just before the half. After that Penfield said the Trojans played much better. TK had 190 yards of of­ fense in the first half, but just couldn’t punch it in from inside the 10-yard line a couple of times. VanSpronsen did it on both sides of the ball for the Trojans. He caught a nineyard touchdown pass from Chad Baragar at the end of the first half, then also caught the two-point conver­ sion pass to make the halftime score 35-14. Tape’s second reverse for a touchdown was a 40-ya rd run in the second half that cut the Broncos lead to 3522. but it was all the scoring TK could muster in the sec­ ond half. Baragar completed 21 of 34 passes for 148 yards. This Friday the Trojans visit Calvin Christian who is 1-3 in the Blue this season. Penfield says Calvin is very good up front, has a skilled quarterback, and a running back who was all­ conference last season, but they are another team that has been bitten by the injury bug. Calvin was shut out by Byron Center last week 410. “We’re hoping to g’*» on a roll to end the year,” says , Penfield. Fire Rescue open house is Oct. 12 October is considered fire prevention and education month, but this week is “the big one” — Fire Prevention Week. Caledonia Fire Rescue is doing its part by inviting the public to an open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Satur­ day, Oct. 12, at the fire sta­ tion on 250 Maple St. in Caledonia. Area elementary schools will be visited this week by members of the team to pro­ mote fire safety and preven­ tion. Many of the students, through their schools, have been working hard the past couple of weeks on posters to bring to the station on Saturday for a poster contest being sponsored by the Fire Rescue team. Lee Elementary students excel at jumping, walking, & raising funds by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Participation at Lee Ele­ mentary School Jump Rope for Heart is increasing each year. Lee this year was sixth in Michigan for the amount of money raised during the an­ nual event, among the more than 1,200 schools across the state that participated. Lee students raised $15,349 for the American Heart As­ sociation. Physical education teacher Joanne Desy is al­ ready working on plans for the Feb. 14, 2003, event. Decorations celebrate the day, exercise goals and more. During the school year students have an opportunity to walk for exercise and fun during recess. Students can earn prizes as they accumu­ late miles. Volunteers who can mark walking cards each day arc needed between 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Desy would like those who can volunteer one day a week to call her at 795-9747, extension 4591. WEATER WEATHER Christopher J. Hier, 6*16-891-1240 ♦ * ♦ General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. iMb<WHiTi: Your Smile The First Thing People See! FOR EACH SWEATER AT REG. PRICE... GET I® AT 1/2 PRICE topaiwlnititeiM ONE SWEATER AT 20% OFF ^tcnd'<kt^rl.V>2 T-Shirts, Sweatshirts,V s j and Halloween Decorations. 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake ) 795-9947 LAYAWAY �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'October 8. 2002/Page 11 Civil War Days planned at Bowens Mills this weekend Studio or aged at the home front while Saturday: Noon — Events open to the men were away at war. • Camp life and cooking the public. demonstrations. Various lo­ 12:30 p.m. — Trooping cations throughout the the Colors, all units. US and grounds. See how the sol­ CS. mandatory participation. Form up on the gravel road diers lived in camp and how civilians had to cope with by the stone wall. the ravages of war. 1 -— Military drill. • Granny’s Kitchen — Ci­ 1:45 — Pay/mail call. 3 — Battle of Bowen's der. apple dumplings, snacks Mill, the Union Army ad­ and beverages are just a vances on the town of short walk away on the grounds of Historic Bowen’s Bowens Mill where the Confederate Army waits be­ Mill. There will be cider press­ hind breast work fortifica­ ing and com grinding dem­ tions. 4 — Fashion show, at the onstrations both days in the Bowens Mills Gathering mill, which was built in 1864. Cider, doughnuts, hot Place. apple dumplings and food 4:30 — Period wedding, are also available near the renewing the vows at the large shaded picnic area. covered bridge by the mill. The Belgian horses will 5 — Event closes to the be on hand for families to public. enjoy wagon ride tours of Sunday: Noon — Events opens to the mill property. Pumpkins, apples, fresh apple cider and public. fall crafts will be for sale. 12:30— Military drill 1 to 2:30 — Sell & swap There will also be costumed meet, in the big hail, open to craftsmen demonstrating and selling their works in all. 3 — Battle of Bowen's the historical village. Visitors to the mill can Mill, the Union Army re­ news its attack on the town watch cider being freshly pressed on an antique waterof Bowen’s Mill. The Con­ federate Army tries to stave powered cider press and off the inevitable as they are hear the rumble of the old running low on supplies in mill stones turning as they the face of a numerically su­ watch the corn grinding demonstrations. The Mil­ perior foe. ler’s Wife store will include 4 — Fashion show at the Bowens Mills Gathering fall products, including Freshly milled cider, apple Place. 4:30 — Trooping the Col­ butter, peach butter, jellies and more. ors, all units, US and CS, Historic Bowens Mills is mandatory participation. Form up on the gravel road second generation familyowned and operated State by the stone wall. 5 — Events close to the Historic Site that receives no state funding. All restora­ publicOther attractions through­ tions and upkeep depend upon gate fees and dona­ out the day: • Grandad Hank - A tions. The festival gate fee wealth of history right at for adults is $5, children 5 to 15 years old is $2. your finger tips! Bowens Mills is located • Period Bank/Treasury presentation in the old mill. in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two View various notes from both the federal and confed­ miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State erate treasuries. • "Comforts of Home” at Park. For more information, the Bowen’s House. See call 269-795-7530. how the womenfolk man­ The sights and sounds of the War Between the States will come alive at Historic Bowens Mills from noon to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. Oct. 12 and 13, as the "It s Cider Time Festi­ val" series will continue with its annual Civil War Days and Living History Encampment. This year’s event will be co-sponsored by Michigan Soldiers’ Aid Society and the 2nd Kentucky, CSA, Morgan’s Artillery/39th Tennessee Mounted Infan­ try. A battle will take place at 3 p.m., along with mili­ tary and civilian demonstra­ tions both days. 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Rueter Staff Writer An independent study conducted by the Winfield Consulting Group to deter­ mine the viability of a pool/recreation center in the Caledonia area is now com­ plete . The study appears to point to the very real possi­ bility of a new YMCA Com­ munity Center. The Com­ munity United for Wellness Through Aquatics is review­ ing result of the study. The local group, spearheaded by Ellen Wilder, was formed to determine further steps nec­ essary to make the center a reality. To date, Wilder is joined in her efforts by com­ munity members such as Bill Donahue, Lisa Segard. Judy Dean. Susie Hall. Bryan Harrison, John Wilder. Mike Williams. Doug Kokot, Jim Perkins, Pat Warren and Crystal Bellgraph. The Winfield Group, based out of Atlanta, Ga.. conducted in-depth tclc- phone interviews with 448 randomly selected house­ holds in the area. Of that number. 405 respondents do not currently belong to a YMCA facility in the tar­ geted area (they finished an in-depth interview), two households currently belong to a YMCA facility (they were not taken through the full interview) and 41 households did not partici­ pate in the interview for various reasons. The Winfield Group pro­ jects a 95% confidence rate in their answers (i.c., confi­ dence in that what is re­ ported in the study is cor­ rect. with a statistical error of plus or minus 4.9%). “If anything, they (the Winfield Group) are conservative,” said Wilder. “Everything that they’ve ever done shows that they come through with what they say.” The study adealt with such questions as: a) the level of demand and support for YMCA programs and services, b) demographics of prospective members of a Caledonia Planning Commission moves budget hearing to Oct. 16 Thc Caledonia Township Planning Commission held one of its briefest meetings on record last week. The members of the com­ mission were ready to hold a public hearing on their pro­ posed budget for the 2003 year Wednesday. Oct. 2. Due to an unfortunate er­ ror by the commission’s le­ gal firm, the hearing had to be rescheduled for Wednes­ day, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantable gift information, please write to: P.O. Box 164 Middleville. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef@hotmail.com new YMCA community center, c) willingness for membership in a local YMCA and d) how a new YMCA center could best serve the community and greater Caledonia area, among other information. According to the study, the level of interest in a YMCA community center in the greater Caledonia area is slightly above the national average. A total of 5.7% of those surveyed expressed a "great deal of interest.” up from the national average of 4.5%. The group recommends that the facility be devel­ oped in phases, taking a cau­ tious approach to debt serv­ ices. This approach is rec­ ommended so as to allow the YMCA to focus on serv­ ing the needs of the prospec­ tive members while provid­ ing the best possible serv­ ices. The study asked inter­ viewees to respond to three generalized areas of possible construction, with no spe­ cific land targeted for the fa­ cility as of yet. Though no specified property is tar­ geted. the three general ar­ eas in question ire 84th Street/Whitneyville Avenue. Kraft Avenue/92nd Street and 68th Street/East Paris Avenue. According to the study, the Kraft Avenue/92nd Street proposed area seems to be the most popular. No particular reason is cited for this interest, though it could be linked to the locations of many of the district’s schools nearby. Other fac­ tors that will be necessary to take into consideration when choosing the facility grounds include property size, cost, donor preference, partnership opportunities and population growth. The study indicated sev­ eral characteristics of the area. It seems that the area population density is rela­ tively low, but has a higher projected growth rate than the national average over the next five years. The national average rate of growth is 6% while the projected rate of growth for the greater Cale­ donia area is 10.3%. The study also indicated Ofoirtop/racfic Ca/te the QAJhoQe ‘rTamiCy Tanya M. Seif (Prokop), D.C.. F.I.C.P.A. Certified in Pediatrics and Prenatal Care * Colic * Ear Infections ♦ Nutritional Consulting * Women’s Health * Pregnancy Care >ortliland Chiropractir that the overall population is relatively inactive, showing only 57% to be currently en­ gaged in any type of physi­ cal activity. (The national average is 75%.) The findings suggested that though other health and fitness providers exist in the area, they each attracted only about 1% of the popu­ lation. According to the study, "This means there is room for a quality provider of health, fitness, sports, aq­ uatics and recreation activi­ ties.” Families seem to be the predominant factor of usage indicated by the study. Tak­ ing into account the demo­ graphics and psychographics of prospective members, al­ most half have children un­ der the age of 18 still living at home. The study suggests a fa­ cility that is family oriented, as well as advocating a total health approach for adults without children and the “yet-to-be-fit.” Enthusiasm ranks high for such community center ac­ tivities as warm-water aq­ uatics (recreational swim­ ming with the possibility of slides, tubes, etc., as op- posed to cold-water swim­ ming. meaning swim team training and lap swimming), child care (during parent workout time) and a kids gym. Included in the high interest category is a super­ vised outdoor rink for in­ line skating and skateboard­ ing. preteen and teen fitness, planned trips and activities. The Caledonia area is considered to be a ‘very price-sensitive market.’ and as such (at this time) the study recommends member­ ships be offered as both metro rates and branch-only rates. This will not only at­ tract the persons and fami­ lies that may want to work out only in the Caledonia area, but is also designed to appeal to the person who wants to work out at other YMCA facilities. The phased approach for the facility is being consid­ ered as the most feasible plan of action. Phase I could possibly include a family community center, warm­ water facility, walk/run track, a multi-purpose exer­ cise studio, kids gym and a recreation center. This part of the building is approxi­ mated at 32,000 square feet. Phase II may possibly in­ clude a separate 6 lane cool­ water pool (an advantage for Caledonia’s newly formed swim teams), and an indoor sports center that may in­ clude basketball, skate­ boarding and climbing wall facilities. This eventually could potentially add an­ other 20.400 square fecty. The facility would more than most likely have to team with local entities and could include the school dis­ trict. township, village, as well as the community in general to remain cost effec­ tive. The partnerships could potentially add to staffing and services in addition to offering access to a variety of programs and exposure for the facility itself. “A partnership will be a must in order to make it happen." stated Wilder "We (Community United for Wellness Through Aquatics) have put together a capital campaign group. Were moving ahead (with the pro­ ject) ' For further information about the study or the Com­ munity United for Wellness Through Aquatics, call Wilder at 698-8860. CALEDONIA TWP. BOARD Regular Meeting October 2, 2002 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Harrison, Snyder, Cardwell, Bravata, Bujak, Robertson, and Stauffer. Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was lead by Supervisor Harrison. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to remove item 10A - 2003 Budget Hearing, because of a publica­ tion error made by the attorney. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10A - Shagbark liti­ gation. Ayes: All. MOTION CAR­ RIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA: Moved Harrison, second Stauffer to approve the consent agenda. Ayes: AIL MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Bujak discussed Zoning Ordinance updates. The Planning table this item until the next Commission would like guidance meeting SALE OF ALASKA HALL: on the PMR Ordinance and Site Lambs Plan Review regarding changes. Jennifer, of Little Harrison would like the PMR Preschool spoke on behalf of the Ordinance to be reviewed. Preschool. The preschool would Payment of Planning like to look into the purchase of the Alaska Hall Discussion was Commissioner s was discussed CORRESPONDENCE: None held. Moved Snyder, second SHAGBARK LITIGATION: Harrison to have Harrison nego Discussion was held regarding bate the sale of the Alaska Hall the drainage. Moved Harrison, with Little Lambs Preschool Snyder, second Cardwell to approve the Ayes: Harrison, filing of the complaint regarding Cardwell. Bravata, Robertson, and Stauffer Nay Bujak Shagbark Condominiums. Ayes MOTION CARRIED. All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: FALL LEAF DROP-OFF: Moved Stauffer, second Robertson discussed the budget Harrison to set leaf drop-off and an error that he made in cal­ dates on the last 2 Saturdays in culating the revenues and that October and the first Saturday of Cardwell s numbers were cor­ November. Ayes: All. MOTION rect. He also discussed the Fire Department budget. CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT BARBER SCHOOL REPAIRS: Moved Harrison, sec­ (EXTENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved ond Bujak to have the Manager seek tads for the repairs at the Harrison, second Bravata to Barber School Ayes: All. adjourn the meeting Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. MOTION CARRIED. LANDSCAPE BIDS: Patncia Snyder Discussion was held. Moved Caledonia Township Clerk (309) Harrison, second Cardwell to Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients Seif Chiropractic 5300 Northland Dr. Grand Rapids 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. 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Actions had been ing operation. taken to bring the operations Bujak said the citizens commenting at the public into compliance, with a 90hearing were well prepared, day deadline. Some PMRs have special and he thanked them for their civility. He said com­ operating conditions al­ lowed in their permits. pletion of the application Covering the cost of process was asked for and the process would be ongo­ monitoring, doing studies and enforcement of the ordi­ ing. A check list had been given and a traffic study, nance and individual re­ centering on the intersection quirements of each PMR of Buttrick and 68th Street, permit was discussed. Costs of an inspection and tests by was requested. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ the township engineer are son asked for an extensive included in the permit fee. report on individual com­ Discussed briefly was re­ ments and requests made by instituting an old rule of a residents as soon as possi- township fee charged for the cubic yards of dirt removed ble. Bujak later discussed a from a PMR. PMR audit he had gone The suit by Thornapple Developers increased the over. “The results of the audit need for off-site enforce­ were dismal.” he said. “The ment for roads and truck PMR operators in our com­ weight limits, which the op­ munity are doing a very erator was forced to pay for. PUBLIC NOTICE OF STATE-OWNED MINERALS TO BE OFFERED FOR LEASE AUCTION - Wally Bujak Harrison said. Following through with enforcement has been diffi­ cult, with frequent turnover of zoning administrators. The administrator could log in the time allocated to en­ forcement of PMRs, though his salary now comes from the general fund. Harrison agreed with zero tolerance policy toward noncompliance in matters of public safety, but not for op­ erations. Not every viola­ tion should result in a ticket. Harrison said, commenting that enforcement could be­ 2), Lansing, Michigan. ottering of lease rights Will begin at 10:00 a m. at a minimum bid of $13.00 per acre, and will continue until all descriptions have been offered Additionally, at the auctions end and at the option of the MDNR. parcels not bid in at $13 00 per acre may be re-offered at a minimum bid of $5.00 per acre. Bids may be submitted by individuals of legal age. a partnership, corporation, or other legal entity qualified to do business in Michigan. Prospective bidders should be prepared to submit such proof at the time of registration IM total bonus must be paid on the same day the lease rights are bid in Prospective bidders who do not have an established credit rating with the MDNR through prior leasing of State-owned minerals, must pay at least one-halt of the TOTAL bonus bid by cash, certified check, cashier's check, or money order A credit rating may be established by filing with MDNR / Forest, Mineral and Fire Management Division (FMFM) Mineral and Land Management Section (MLMS) three letters of reference, one of which must be from a bank In no instance wil the* MDNR accept ‘site drafts’ even if noted as a ‘zero day site draft An auction catalog showing further auction particulars including a) the legal desenption of the lands proposed to be offeredano o i parcel classifications, is available through MDNR t-MFM / MLMS. P.O. Box 30452. Lansing. Michigan 48909-7952. telephone 517373-7663 or at hBpy/www.micfiigan^ Written comments by interested parties relative to the classification of any description must be received by FMFM at the address specified above NOT LATER THAN October 30. 2002. Any request tor change in classification win be considered by the Department pnor to ottering the lease rights at public auction, with final classification to be set at the sole discretion of the Director of the Department of Natural Resources. of property values, dust, and other quality of life effects. Harrison mentioned the option of township control over PMR truck routes, one aspect of off-site problems. Harrison said the new re­ quest on Buttrick paled in contrast to the severe impact of Thornapple Developers on the township, and the judge who ruled on the suit appeared to disregard the se­ rious consequences, which was disheartening. Robertson said the court granted the request on the basis of the greater need to build M-6 rather than disre­ garding serious conse­ quences. Trustee Sam Bravata said because serious conse­ quences arc the best defense to safeguard the township, it needed to better document examples of serious conse­ quences and impacts. TK tech coordinator elected to MACUL Board The Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning has announced that Gail Stewart was recently elected to the MACUL Board of Directors. Stewart is the technology coordinator for Thomapple Kellogg Schools. MACUL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization estab­ lished in 1975 dedicated to bringing educators from all levels together to share their knowledge and concerns regarding educational uses of computers and technolo­ gy. MACUL currently has Free food program offers 4 more dates The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) will otter at an oral-bid public auction, oil and gas lease rights of approximately 45,000 acres of State-owned minerals in those Michigan counties indicated herein. Registration Of bidders will be held from 9:00 a m. to 10:00 a m. on Tuesday. December 3, 2002. at the Michigan State Police Training Academy at 7426 N. Canal Road (Conference Room 1 and and reminded that a previ­ ous opportunity had been ar­ ranged last fall. Bujak advocated monthly drive-through inspections, which Harrison supported in the active seasons. Harrison said once a PMR is established, most resi­ dents were largely con­ cerned over off-site impact rather than on the site. come burdensome rather "Truck traffic, travel than a benefit. throughout the district, what One PMR has been inac­ it does to the roads, what it tive for a length of time, and does to quality of life." he Bujak wanted some means said, are of more concern for closeouts and enforce­ than "whether five or ten ment of restoration of the acres are uncovered." He mined areas. Harrison said said the township had little forced closeout might not be or no control over off-site possible. impacts. Trustee Richard Robert­ Bujak asked that a more extensive discussion be put son disagreed with concern on a future agenda. He only being for off-site im­ wanted to be able, with pact. He said that people liv­ other trustees if they wished, ing close to the PMRs did to visit the PMR sites. Harri­ care, and board members son said this could be useful, should be sensitive to issues “The PMR operators in our community are doing a very poor job of meeting the requiremens of our zoning ordinance.” Middleville residents will have have four more oppor­ tunities this fall to stretch their food budgets further. The Food Bank of South Central Michigan. Mid­ dleville United Methodist Church and UAW Local #1002 are working together to extend the availability of free food to families and in­ dividuals in need. The addi­ tional distributions will be Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Oct. 8 and 22 and Nov. 5 and 19 in Middleville at the UAW Lo­ cal #1002 Union Hall on 295 Washington Street. “It’s open to anyone that needs the food.” said John Anderson, president of UAW Local #1002. “You can still be working and re­ ceive food.” Approximately 60 fami­ lies are being helped by these distributions Anderson said that many UAW' members saw the need for the free food pro­ gram in Middleville because of plant cutbacks and unem­ ploymem numbers. “There are also a lot of elderly people here on fixed incomes that can use these extra items,” .Anderson said. an active membership of over 5,000 educators. MACUL helps educators identify sound educational practices related to technolo­ gy as well as understand the implications of rapid changes in technology. 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LLC CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET FOR 2003 FISCAL YEAR PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a pubic hearing on October 16.2002, at 7.00 p m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan to hear and consider comments regarding the proposed Township budget for the January 1. 2003, through December 31. 2003, fiscal year A copy of the proposed budget « avatebie for pubic inspection at the Caledonia Townsnip and Village Hall 250 South Maple Street Caledonia. Mch.gan during Township busi­ ness hours. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice replaces the hearing notice previously published All interested persons may attend the pubic hearing on October 16. 2002, and be heard with respect to the proposed budget and the proposed property tax mtiiage rate Ths notice s given pursuant to Act 43 of the Pubic Acts of Michigan of 1963 (Second Extra Session), as amended Dated October 2, 2002 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 302 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/October 8, 2002 Trojan soccer ends O-K Blue play perfect FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Library committee intends to be fiscally responsible To the editor, As chairperson of the Caledonia Township Library Advisory Committee,. I Deputy sets good example To the editor: Most times when people come into contact with a po­ lice officer, it’s under unfa­ vorable conditions. But we have an excellent deputy sheriff in Middleville, dep­ uty Kevin Erb, and if the rest of the area police force took his example we’d have a solid set of officers. Deputy Erb uses compas­ sion for the family while still getting his job done. We didn't get a chance to thank him earlier, as we should have, but after seeing him in action the other night, once again we arc extremely im­ pressed with him He doesn’t wear his badge to in­ timidate people, he truly cares about his job and the people he serves. Both times while we’ve encountered him in action, there usually is a state trooper tagging along. The trooper seems to think his badge gives him the license to be rude and obnoxious. We don’t know if when be­ coming state troopers they have to take a class on how to be rude, but we believe what they should learn is that a little honey instead of vinegar might gain them more of the respect they seek. We sincerely hope deputy Erb stays around here and some of his kindness and professional conduct rubs off on others. He was so kind to us recently in our time of trouble. Ted and Nancy Doom. Middleville Athlete of the week MlddhlluSk Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Tennis Cary Middlebush won both of her matches for the varsity tennis team the week of September 23, making her overall record 14-3. The Lynn Denton Agency Ill N. Main St. 4695 Middleville Rd. M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml 1*800443*5253 517*852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE r* FARM BUREAU ■6 INSURANCE FARM OURtAU MUTUAL • FARM RURtAU UK • FARM SURF AU OFHERAL would like to thank Clarence Slaughter for his comments printed in the Oct. 1 Sun and News. When I accepted the chairperson s position. I did so with a true concern that this committee be fiscally responsible while providing the residents of Caledonia Township with the elements of a library that the commu­ nity can support and be proud of. 1 have found that this bal­ ancing act is just as chal­ lenging as I expected it to be. The beauty of having a committee work on any pro­ ject is the differences of opinions each member brings to the table. This can also be a frustration, but 1 have to trust that the deci­ sions of the group will, in the end. be better than the decisions of any one indi­ vidual member. Mr. Slaughter can be as­ sured that the 25.000 square foot figure is on the very top end of a range of size that the committee is discussing. Some members are still working with the smaller size developed back in 1995. Having said this, I think everyone will agree that our community has grown in these past seven years and every indication is that it will continue to grow. The building committee members are looking at many factors as they try to determine the proper size for a new library. There are any number of “experts” with formulas that look at circu­ lation. size of community, plans for growth, etc. We welcome the input of the public as we wrestle with this question. Eric Longman, chair, Caledonia Township Library Advisory Com­ mittee Fall Special of the week After a 7-0 victory over Rogers on Thursday Oct. 17 the Trojan boys will go into the conference tournament as the number one seed, af­ ter an undefeated conference season. The Trojans opponent when the tournament begins Oct. was still unknown. In the game against Rogers TK was held in check for the first 25 min­ utes. but Trojan coach Todd McCrumb said that then his team “figured out a couple of weak points and capital­ ized on them, and kept capi­ talizing on them.” Edwin Cubas assisted Eric Smith on the Trojans first goal of the game. The second was a clear out from Casey Aubil that Smith picked up and drib­ bled around a couple of de­ fenders before putting the ball in the net. It was still a close game, 2-0, at halftime, but the Tro­ jans opened things up in the second half. Marcos Sanchez scored with an assist from Cubas. then Cubas put one in him­ self. A nice crossing pass from Dayne Fletke that was kneed in by Mark Mejeur got the Trojans their fifth goal of the game. Kyle Holst scored TK’s sixth with an assist from Dave McCallister, and Cu­ bas got the final one off a pass from Jared Smith. McCrumb said that Alex Chavez had a nice game fill­ ing in for injured defender Carl Frey. Chavez even had a save in the game after Aubil was caught out of po­ sition to make a play. In the Trojans other game last week they defeated Wyoming Park 2-1 in a non­ conference matchup. TK was up 2-0 for most of the game. Park’s goal came after McCrumb had thought the injury time at the end of the game should Middleville man held on domestic violence charge An intoxicated Mid­ dleville man who reportedly terrorized his family Sept. 25 was arrested on one count of domestic violence by the Barry County Sher­ iff’s Office. The man’s wife repprted that he was intoxicated and became irate when she re­ fused to have sex with him. at which time he began ac­ cusing her of having an af­ fair. Deputies reported the man then went to the kitchen, threw a crock pot, old, valu­ able dishes, salt and pepper shakers, drinking glasses and eggs from the refrigera­ tor on the floor, ripped the telephone from the wall and smashed it and later pushed her into the bath tub. He also reportedly threw numerous punches at the woman's head, called his wife and 13-year-old daugh­ ter names and struggled with his 12-year-old son. The woman said her hus­ band has also threatened to kill her and his own mother, deputies reported. “He made statements that he would kill her, slash her tires, cut up the pool with a chain saw and that her brakes might fail one day,” police reported. “She also stated that he made one statement to his mother that he wasn’t sure who he’d rather kill, her or his wife.” The 37-year-old man reg­ istered a .09-percent bodily alcohol content. He is free on bond awaiting an Oct. 22 pretrial hearing in Barry County District Court. have been up. Smith scored the first goal for the Trojans on what McCrumb called an awsome shot, from 25 yards out straight into the back of the net. McCrumb said that it was about three feet off the ground and may have been still rising when it finally went in. Smith also scored the sec­ ond Trojan goal, this on an assist from Fletke. Again Aubil got some help from his defenders. Phil Vanspronsen made two saves one on a throw in and another on a corner kicker, where Aubil was caught in traffic. TK will host Forest Hills Northern Tuesday Oct. 8 at 4p.m. in the final game of the regular season. It’s a non-conference matchup be­ tween two former confer­ ence rivals from back in the O-K Rainbow days. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. CUSTOM MILLWORK T & G LUMBER t Trim ? Knotty Pine ? Stairways Custom Hardwood Floors and Installations 1-269-945-9300 We've Been Discovered! Cooper Tire received the 2002 Award from J D Power and Associates as the 'Best Replacement Tire for Light Truck Vehicles in Customer Satisfaction in a Tie.' 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Young Editor Everybody’s been gun­ ning for the three-time Divi­ sion III state champion Mid­ dleville girls’ cross-country team, and the most serious threat yet to a fourth straight crown showed up Saturday afternoon at the Portage In­ vitational. Battle Creek Lakeview pulled off the rare feat of placing ahead of the Trojans by scoring 98 team points to win the 31-team Portage competition that coach Tammy Benjamin often has called the “preview to the state meet." If that’s true, Middleville has a lot of work to do in the next four weeks before the state meet in Brooklyn Nov. 2. Lakeview was impressive in taking three of the top six individual slots. Michelle DiVerio led the way with a second-place finish in 19:11, Jennifer Hamilton was fourth in 19:29 and Diane Hamilton was sixth in 19:37. The Spartans’ fourth and fifth runners, a couple of freshmen, were 26th and 60th. respectively. Therein lies the additional bad news. None of Lakeview’s top seven are seniors and five are either freshmen or sophomores. The Trojans finished with a score of 148. even though Benjamin had to be pleased that all of her top five fin­ ished in under 21 minutes, a rarity for girls' teams. Junior Jessica Stortz again led the Middleville parade with a season-best 19:40. good for ninth place. Sopho­ more Natalie Hoag was 21st in 20:07, freshman ChaneyRobinson was 29th in 20:20. sophomore Kaleigh Page was 37th in 20:36 and junior Aubrey Raymond finished 52nd in 20:59. Senior Elise Nyland was 79th in 21:32 and freshman Kersta Gustaf­ son was 109th in 22:14. but they didn’t figure in the scoring. Middleville has been feel­ ing the pressure of being the team to beat all fall. Lowell turned the trick of edging Benjamin’s crew last August in the season-opening Wayland Invitational, but the Trojans have beaten the Red Arrows every time since. Lakeview’s feat is more stunning because it’s this late in the season. In all, there were 228 run­ ners Saturday in the biggest Homecoming win for frosh at Hamilton Homecoming week was made more complete for the TK freshmen football team defeated Hamilton 27-20. The 4-1 Trojans fell be­ hind early when Hamilton capitalized on a TK fumble and scored on the next play, which covered 22 yards. Be­ hind 6-0 the young Trojans took control of the game by scoring four unanswered touchdowns. Running back Ben Ybema scored twice, on runs of two and three yards. Quarterback Jason Blain also scored from four yards out. Kicker Mike Munjoy con­ verted an extra point and Blain passed three yards to Mitchell Fisher for a twopoint conversion. “Everyone played a part in the win; it was a total team effort. Of course, each game it seems some indi­ viduals step up and make the big play,” said coach Gary McKee. Leading the Trojans’ de­ fense was Ybema with nine tackles and an interception. Henry Smith, Scott Brown, Alex Snider, Tony Carpenter, Travis Young, and Glen Brock all played well. The offense continues to rack up yardage behind the line of Isaac Thaler. Derrick Brock. Ryan King, Munjoy, Ryan McMahon. Glen Brock. Josh Collier, and Justin Noffke. and best meet of the season thus far. Sophomore Kelly Sampson of Detroit Renais­ sance took first in 18:48.7, well ahead of the rest of the pack, but she was not part of a full team, so her score of one point was disqualified. Caledonia, another team that has mounted some chal­ lenge for the Trojans, fin­ ished sixth in Portage. Junior Tricia Miedema crossed the finish line in 19:38 to take seventh place. Senior Katie Ryan came up with a mild and pleasant sur­ prise by squeezing in 30th with a time of 20:25, fol­ lowed by senior Becca Bus­ field. 62nd in 21:08; junior Stefanie Maxim. 67th in 21:15 and freshman Kendra Ross, 75th in 21:29. Run­ ning well despite finishing out of the money were sen­ ior Kristina McCleve in 21:54 and freshman Jacques Brittany in 22:00. Hastings finished 29th, ahead of Three Rivers and South Haven. Sarah Cleven­ ger was 87th in 21:40, Erin Hemerling was 168th in 24:06. Arica Newton was 172nd in 24:25. Catherine Fish was 178th in 24:52 and Amanda Hurless 200th in 26:31. Middleville senior Tim Brog had another fine race for Middleville in the boys’ competition. He finished in 16:46, good for 21st place. However, the Trojan boys did not have a good day as a team, finishing 23rd among the 32 teams. Nick Tomson was 82nd in 18:07, Alex Robinson was 111th in 18:29, Chris Hark­ ness was 120th in 18:36 and freshman Matt Miller was 182nd in 19:36. The Caledonia boys, meanwhile, had one of their best meets this season, fin­ ishing 14th. Senior Patrick Spitzley ran a strong race in 17:24, easily his best this season, and finished 41st. Jon Hekman was 62nd in 17:48, Drew O’Malley was 84th in 18:08, John Goebel was 130th in 18:44 and Pat O’Connor finished 134th in 18:49. The Middleville girls last BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Middleville freshman Chaney Robinson won a medal Saturday by plac­ ing 29th in the race over­ all. Thursday afternoon blitzed O-K Blue Conference foe Hamilton 15-50, but the boys dropped a 27-28 squeaker at the Trojans’ home course at Yankee Springs. The girls swept the first seven places, with Jessica Stortz in 19:41, Natalie Hoag in 20:09. Chaney Rob­ inson in 20:37. Kaleigh Page in 20:43, Aubrey Raymond in 21:26. Elise Nyland in 21:43 and Kersta Gustafson in 21:57. Theresa Miller. Sarah Hawkins. Kaylee Wilke. Jayne Kennicut and Emily Quisenberry. though they didn't score, all finished ahead of the Hawkeyes’ top runner. Brog was first in the boys’ race with a 16:37. Chris Harkness ran his best meet of the year with an 18:01. good for third. Nick Tomson was sixth in 18:13. Alex Robinson eighth in 18:49 and Matt Miller was nipped at the wire in 19:23 by Hamilton’s John Berret in the battle for ninth, which was the difference in the meet. The Caledonia girls scored two dual meet victo­ ries last Wednesday Johnson Park, defeating Kenowa Hills 15-50 and Sparta 2236. The boys, meanwhile, lost both of their encounters. 19-38 to Sparta and 26-29 to Kenowa Hills. The girls swept the top nine slots against Kenowa Tricia Miedema again led the Fighting Scots with a time of 20:23. Against Sparta. Becca Busfield was third in 21:11. Katie Ryan fourth in 21:13. Brandi Vic­ tory sixth in 21:34 and Ken­ dra Ross eighth in 22:02. dropping her previous best time bv almost a minute and a half.' Coach Ellen Dykstra Wil­ cox said Ryan and Victory are showing a lot of im­ provement and are edging closer to Miedema. the un questioned leader since she came out for cross as a freshman two years ago. Caledonia boys’ coach Russ Gerber said it was “kind of a down day” for his team in its double dual loss. “The times arc good, just not good enough to beat them (the opponents).’’ Drew O’Malley recorded a time of 18:09, good for a third place finish against both Sparta and Kenowa Other times for the Scots top five were Patrick Spitzley 18:25. Jon Hckman 18:46, Joe Favrcau 18:58 and John Goebel 19:07. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles. • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E. Main St. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 616.891.9294 CALE D O N I A EDU c A T I O N • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models FOUNDATION Creating opportunities. 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The boys' didn’t have Blue conference tournament al The Meadows was good their best day. shooting a enough to earn the Trojans’ 324 to place second behind varsity boys’ golfers their Calvin’s 317 but the Tro­ first conference golf title in jans did manage to place all four of their scorers in the over 20 years. TK had a three points lead top ten. Brett Knight led TK. in over defending conference Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 fourth place, with a 79. Tyler Wenger was right behind him, in fifth, with an 80. In sixth place was Josh Enyart with an 82, and Chase VandenBerg was ninth after shooting an 83. Sure. Calvin got first place in the tournament but the Trojans beat them twice during their undefeated championship run. On Friday Oct. 11 the golfers will head to Broad­ moor to play in the regional tournament. Only three teams out of the 17 playing will qualify for the honor to play in the state tournament. The lesson the TK golfers must take away from the conference meet is that they must be prepared to play their best in every meet. There is only one opportu­ FALL at- savings Purchase any C.H.I. residential garage door between September 23rd and October 31st and we will take down and remove your old door for no charge. $75.00 value. i ji u noi ■ .1 innru i. in i l iuiji ilhj nity to qualify and if the TK golfers hope to make it to the state tournament they must take advantage of that opportunity when it comes around. This group of TK golfers compiled a dual meet record of 28-1 over the last two season. This year’s team had a match average of 153.1 which was 8 strokes better than the previous school re­ cord of 161.3 that was set in 1997. Knight. VandenBerg. Dan Burbank, and Bobby Roush all moved into the top ten in lowest season match aver­ ages for the Trojans. Knight’s 38.1 puts him in Scots’ frosh soccer wins 2 The Scots freshmen boys’ soccer team earned a victory over Middleville Oct. 3, 3-2. Joe Pasquantonio, Mike Gless, and Kenny Potter all netted goals in the game. It was 2-0 at half with Caledonia in the lead. Potter scored the game winner late in the second half. Justin Waayenburg had over 16 saves to clinch the win for the Scots. “Potter and Tyler Bowden had solid games in the mid­ field,” said Scot coach Kate Seike, “Nick Kokx and Zac Munsee also played well.” In other action last week Caledonia came out on op­ posite ends of a 4-1 score in their two games They earned a 4-1 victory against Sparta Wednesday Oct. 2. With two and a half min­ utes left in the first half Bowden scored on a pass from Joel Green. Only a short time into the second half Gless scored off of a corner kick. Two min­ utes later Potter scored with an assist from Gless and Green. Gless finished off the scoring for the Scots with a goal on a free kick with nine minutes to play. “Potter and Mike Markce controlled the midfield,” said Seike. “The entire team played with intensity and dominated most of the game.” Caledonia was on the op­ posite end of the 4-1 against Forest Hills Northern. Northern clearly domi­ nated the first half, scoring three unanswered goals and winning most of the con­ tested balls. The second half was dif­ ferent for the Scots. They picked up the intensity and scored a great goal off a shot by Gless. Northern put one more on the board in the second half, but Caledonia had played a much more evenly matched period. “Pasquantonio, Markce, Gless, and Kokx played well,” said Seike. “Green and Bowden had great con­ tributions from the outside midfield.” of ServiceTip ' kl the Week'. K A. RESIDENTIAL DOORS FROM C H I - EFFICIENT LONG LASTING & ECONOMICAL EXPECT THE BEST Both TK and Byron were first. VandenBcrg’s 38.63 going into the match tied at got him the third spot. The Trojans kept their the top of the conference lead over Calvin by beating with only one loss. ?\ftcr the four top golfers Byron Center and Rogers last Monday. Sept. 30. at scores from each team wete added up. the two teams Byron Hills. Byron Center was poised were still tied with 176 shots to pull off an upset of the apiece. league leading Trojans, and The fifth score would the TK boys did not neces­ break the deadlock. sarily bring their “A” game, Curt Batdorff shot a 47. but they were still able to which was one shot better* shoot a 157 to Byron’s 162 than Byron Center’s fifth and Rogers 169. shooter. Low rounds for TK were Low rounds for the Tro­ Burbank. VandenBerg. and jans were Nick Roush 43. Enyart with 39’s and Roush Kyle Funk and Reed F.bhad a 40. meycr 44. and Jeff Chapman The JV Trojans also had a with a 45. big match against Byron and Rogers last Monday night. Are you ready winter? 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The Fighting Scots’ first and third doubles teams both finished second in the tour­ nament. falling to doubles teams from conference Scots’ jayvees end Caledonia JV netters with tourney victory Scots jay vee Wallingwood country club close out campaign golfTheteamFighting completed a very in Jenison the site of the Caledonia's jayvee girls’ tennis team finished up their season Sept. 28 by taking third place in the conference tournament. “Everyone played very well," said Scots’ coach Ju­ lie Paarlberg. The Scots placed in the lop three in six of the eight flights. First singles player Sylvia Radzikowski took first place in her flight. The second doubles team of Amy Modrcske and Jes­ sica Mariano, and the third doubles team of Katie Krieger and Kimi Ullery both placed second after los­ ing third set tie breakers to South Christian opponents. The fourth doubles team of Mane Couretas and Kerry Bashlcr also took second place. Finishing in third place for the Scots were the first doubles team of Becca Jac­ ques and Lindsey Coolman. and fourth singles player Key re Boverhot. Paarlberg said she was proud of her ladies, “what an excellent way to end the season.” successful sports season. The young Scots posted a record of 12-8 record in the always tough O-K Gold. The Scots had their best performance of the year at Hamilton and team win in senior league Former Middleville resi­ dent, Dick Hamilton and his tennis team won the USTA Senior Southwest Section­ als. After winning their south­ ern Arizona district senior tennis league competition this spring with a record of 8-0, the team recently com­ peted against New Mexico, greater El Paso area, and very slow and we were northern Arizona and de­ never able to get into the feated their opponents; 2-1, game,” said Scots’ coach 2-1, 3-0 while dropping only 4 sets over the three days of Angie Stauffer. Stauffer said that her girls match play. The team will play in the cut a double digit South lead to nine points in the fourth national tournament held in quarter, “but were never San Diego, California from able to get enough pressure October 24-27, 2002. on South to make the game USTA Senior league tennis participants must be 50 interesting in the end.” Slot led the Scots with 12 years of age or older in the points. Bode had 11 to go year they are competing. Dick indicated that sev­ along with 9 rebounds. The Scots are back home eral of the opponents in the this week. The girls hosted Sectional matches were 15 Catholic Central on Monday years younger than he and Oct. 7, and will be host to his partner, but the wisdom Wyoming Park Thursday of age prevailed over power and might. Oct. 10. O-K Gold leaders tough on Scots The Fighting Scots’ var­ sity girls’ basketball team had a rough week last week against the top teams in the O-K Gold. Unity Christian came into their game on Thursday Oct. 3 with a 6-2 record, just one win better than Caledonia. It must have been a long ride home for the Scots who fell 52-27. The loss pushes Caledo­ nia to 5-3, but the girls are only 2-3 in conference play. Caledonia was led by Ju­ lie Slot with 10 points. Mindy Bode had 6. Against South Christian the Scots “started the game conference tournament. There they fired a 165 to edge league favorite Wayland by 3 strokes. Caledonia was paced by Caledonia first singles player Rachel Zylstra gets the medalist performance of pulled to the edge of the court by her Wayland oppo­ Kurt Rabley who shot an even par 36 on the front 9. nent, but still reaches a forehand return their finals match. Taking 5th place honors was champion Unity Christian. Unity Christian finishes Tyler Corson with a fine 41. Mary Jo Leatherman and Also adding to the scoring Jenny Workman at first dou­ the year with the conference were Ryan Stephan 44. Jor­ bles were downed in the first crown after going through dan Trudeau 44. Nathan set of their finals match 6-0, the season undefeated, with Forton 45 and Steve Ahrens then battled in the second onlv a tie keeping them from • a perfect year. 50. before falling 6-4. The Scots will be at the This performance The third doubles team of knocked several teams out Erica Donnell and Amanda East Grand Rapids regional of the top spots in league Maichele fell 6-1, 6-0 in on Friday Oct. 11. play and paved the way for the Scots to not only claim the championship but to fin­ ish a well earned second Full, nice shaped, 5 - 8 feet. place overall in the confer­ ence. Privacy accents, lot lines, year Other members of the round color, wildlife. team include: Blake Wolf, Add to the value ofyour home Ben McKnight, Drew Gill, Available now and in April. 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Rachel Clinton sends a lob back to Calvin Christian in the Second double final. Clinton and her partner Melissa Potts took second at the conference tourna­ ment. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK coach Larry Seger shares some of his thoughts with his third doubles team of Emily Porter (center) and Amber Steorts (right) during their finals match against Calvin Christian. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Mallory Dobson came storming back after losing the first match of the day to take fifth place by winning the consolation round. Dobson rebounded with a 10-4 win against Kclloggsville, and a 10-1 win against Godwin. The Trojans first doubles team of Jena Jones and Leanne Lantinga also fell in their first match of the day, to number two seed Rogers. Then they took fifth place by winning the consolation round with a 10-4 victory over Kelloggsville, and a 10-6 win over Hamilton. In the final match of the conference’s regular season the Trojans shut out Godwin on Monday Sept. 30. 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Nate VanEnk tied the know that they'll be at home contest at 1 with what Scot on Tuesday Oct. 8 at 7p.m. As they will for the dura­ coach Brian Broekhuisen called a “nice suprise", be­ cause the Scots weren't get­ ting very many good chances against the fast and physical kids from Unity. After VanEnk picked up a loose ball and shot it into the far comer of the Unity net midway through the second half Broekhuisen said that Domestic violence suspect flees state Police are still looking for a 42-year-old Middleville man suspected of striking a woman in the face with his fists during an apparent do­ mestic fight Sept. 26 in the 500 block of West Main Street, Sgt. Tony Stein said Friday. The 42-year-old woman was taken to Pennock Hos­ pital in Hastings where she received stitches in her face after the 11 p.m. incident. The suspect fled the scene after the incident and had not been located by authori­ ties when Stein was con­ tacted Oct. 4. Deputies were dispatched Io the scene to search for the suspect but were unsuccess­ ful. Attempts by Michigan State Police Trooper Lane Booms and his tracking dog. Xi. of the Wayland post to locate the man were also un­ successful. Stein said. “We searched several hours.” said Stein, “but he was not located.” Police believe the man may have fled to Texas. He remains wanted on an arrest warrant for aggravated domestic violence. GOT A PROBLEM COVERING WINDOWS? WE HAVE SOLUTIONS! For all of your window covering challenges, we have solutions! Call or stop by today to get your copy of SOLUTIONS, our FREE 24-page guide to beautiful windows. HunterDouglas window fashions Get your free SOLUTIONS magazine with this ad! evins draperies & fine furniture 616-945-4177 Or: 1-8M-99-SHADE (74233) 620 Tanner Lake Rd. Hastings, Mi 49058 his team “held in as long as in the second Tyler Ybema we could." did a really good job of go­ They did hold on for a ing up and getting balls out long time. of the air in net for the Unity got a goal with Scots. three minutes left in the sec­ Ybema is a little taller ond over time to beat Cale­ than Rodgers, “a basketball donia 2-1. player." says Broekhuisen. Unity scored their first “and a great leaper.” goal by shooting in a loose Broekhuisen said he thought ball that surpassed Caledo­ Ybema might have a better nia keeper Scott Rodgers chance against Unity’s style seven minutes into the of offense. The Scots’ defense of game. Both Unity goals cameby James Cooley. VanEnk. way of what Broekhuisen Rodgers, Chad Max low. and called their “incredible aer­ Kyle Hemmes “did a really ial attack". He said that his good job of bending, not said defense did a really good job breaking.” of getting the ball out of the Broekhuisen. Even with the loss to air for most of the night, but Unity was able to convert a Unity the Scots remain the long throw in and a corner number one seed in the con­ ference tournament by fin­ kick into their two goals. Broekhuisen said that ishing the regular season Rodgers did a fantastic job with a 7-1 record to Unity’s in goal in the first half, then second place finish at 6-1-1. If the Scots can get out of the first round of the tourna­ ment they would face the winner of Tuesday's match between Wyoming Park and Kenowa Hills.on Thursday in Caledonia. Broekhuisen says that his team isn’t looking ahead. “There are no gimmies in our league this year." The Scots have to be es­ pecially strong on defense. "We are not a high scoring team." says Broekhuisen, "and the implications of that are our defense has to get a shut out or only give up one goal." “We have to rely on com­ bos of players passing and attacking together, because we don’t have one single scoring threat." The defense has done a fantastic job so far. Scots sweep bottom teams in 0-K Gold It can officially be called a winning streak for the Fighting Scots’ varsity foot­ ball team. Two in a row. Sure, nei­ ther opponent had won a game so far this year, but the Scots’ did what they needed to do and earned the victo­ ries against Hastings and now Kenowa Hills. A 21-14 win over visiting Kenowa Hills moves Cale­ donia’s record to .500. which looks pretty good af­ ter the way the season started. The Scots’ are also tied for second place in the O-K Gold with a 3-1 record in league play. Scots’ coach Tom Burrill said that the final score even looked a little closer than the game actually was, because of four Scot turnovers. Caledonia never punted in the game. The offense was rolling. Behind the offensive line of Marc Schadler, Nick Neely, Chad Sevensma, Brian Derks, and Matt Paarlberg, plus the blocking of ends Greg Jousma and Tony Pike, the Scots rushed for 278 yards. Early in the second quar­ ter Scots’ quarterback Angel Castillo took off on a 21yard touchdown run to give (he Scots a 7-0 lead, after Marc Schadler’s extra point. Then later in the second quarter the Scots took a 14-0 lead on a 28-yard run by Kyle Klyn. Burrill said that his de­ fense played very well forc­ ing Kenowa into threc-andouts and punting situations. The defense tackled well, led by the linebackers. Jim Haisma recorded 13 tackles for the Scots, while playing with a dislocated finger in the second half. Brian Derks played very well according to Burrill, with 8 tackles. As did Zach Larson who had 5. Kenowa would cut the Scots’ lead in half with a good second effort by their quarterback on a fourth-andgoal from the one-yard line on the opening drive of the second half. Caledonia answered back in the fourth quarter with a 5-yard run by Joe Kowalski to get their 20th points of the night, and 21st on Schadler’s extra-point. The Knights added a late touchdown to again cut the Caledonia lead in half with three minutes left. Klyn was the lead benefi­ ciary of the offensive line s great play. He carried the ball 11 times for 108 yards The Scots' workhorse Kow­ alski carried 20 times for 83. and converted several key fourth-and-short plays into first downs for Caledonia. Castillo was three for three passing for 38 yards. Jousma. Haisma. and Pike all pulled in one pass. This Friday at 7p.m. the Scots will visit Wyoming Park. An interception return on the final play of the game by Sparta cost Wyoming Park a victory last Saturday as they fell 20-19. Park has an identical 3-3 record as the Scots, and is 22 in Gold play so far. Burrill says that Park is an explosive offensive team but they have dropped a couple of games in a row. “Hopefully we’re catch­ ing them at a good time,” says Burrill, "I think we match up well.” Struggles continue for TK eagers The TK varsity girls’ basketball team fell two more times last week. At Calvin Christian on Thursday Oct. 3 the girls moved out to a 13-6 first quarter lead, but were held scoreless in the second by Calvin. * “We just really struggled with turning the ball over," said Trojans’ coach Marcy Uyl. TK had 25 turnovers in the first half. They cleaned it up in the second half, only commit­ ting eight, but Uyl said it was “just a little bit too late.” Stacey VanderWerp led the Trojans with eight points and eight rebounds. Chanda Brice had 6 points. “The kids really battled and hung," said Uyl, “hope­ fully we can build on that.” Against Plainwell on Tuesday Oct. 1 the Trojans came out with another strong first quarter, but it turned into a “slow night” said Uyl. TK fell at Plainwell 5737. Megan Dutcher led TK with 8 points. Stefanic Scott and Jessica Flaska each had seven. Flaska added nine re­ bounds, and VanderWerp led the Trojans with 12. “Our defense is strong,” said Uyl, “we just need to lake better care of the bas­ ketbail. Make better deci­ sions with it. It’s kind of something we need to work on all year.” They’ll continue to work on it this week with games Tuesday Oct. 8 at home against Wyoming Park, and then back to Blue action, looking for their first win in six tries, at Rogers on Thursday Oct. 10. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-10-15.pdf 87a10b0d96d2bdae9d2fad239ebbcfdc PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ul 49058-1893 Yotf- Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville ar.d Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 42/October 15, 2002 131st year Stimson Road bridge closed to traffic by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Barry County Road Commission has decided to close Stimpson Road west of M-37. This part of Stimpson is a gravel road just north of Finkheiner Road. It served as a scenic short cut from the busy highway and gave access to Finkbcincr Road and Bender Road to the west. But no more. The Barry County Road Commission has closed the road because the bridge over a creek on this section of road failed a recent inspection. The barri­ ers make the road a "dead end" road at both ends. Finkbcincr Road, just a few hundred yards south of Stimson Road provides ac- Barncades at both ends of Stimpson Road west of M-37 create dead ends for vehicular traffic cess to the west. The Road Commission maintains the road. Besides the residents who live along the road, little is known about the number of cars us­ ing it. The home at the north end of Stimpson has easy access to M-37. There are no homes between the barri­ cades and those on the south end have access to Finkbeiner Road. According to Brad Lam­ berg from the Road Com­ mission. all the residents along the road were con­ tacted before the road was closed. All arc in favor of keeping it closed. It is still a public road. Thornapple Township su­ pervisor Don Boysen says that the Road Commission informed the township of the closing. The township has not yet decided on any response to this closing. The township does not know whether the Road Commission intends to up­ grade the bridge in the fu­ ture. This bridge was the scene of a tragedy this past Janu­ ary when a vehicle driven by Travis Wenger hit the side of the bridge and rolled into the stream. Wenger was killed in the accident. While the road and bridge ’ are closed to vehicular traf­ fic, the bridge is still in place and walkers have al­ ready decided to take advan­ tage of the lack of traffic. ‘Guys and Dolls’ to sing and dance across Caledonia stage by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The musical “Guys and Dolls” will be presented at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center Tuesday, Nov. 12, and Fri­ day, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. and at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. When "Guys and Dolls” opened in 1950 for the first of its 1,200 performances the 1940s were already be­ coming a memory. For the cast and crew of the Caledo­ nia High School’s produc­ tion of the fast-paced musi­ cal, the 1940s are an amaz­ ing adventure for good romp. Samantha Nemecek will star as the modest mission­ ary, Sarah Brown, who catches the eye of gambler Sky Masterson, played by Ryan Penfold. The tangled web of this relationship is reflected on that of Adelaide and Nathan Detroit. Angie Kline brings humanity to the health-challenged Adelaide whose illness may be caused by her 14-year engagement to the machinations of Na­ than Detroit who sometimes only seems to care about finding a location for his floating crap game. Guys and Dolls had a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. It was based on the Damon Runyon short story “The Idyll of Sarah Brown.” The cast includes Mark Miller, Tim Ouwinga, Justin Pitt, James Regen, Bram Reynhout, John Scranton, Tim Cerchia, Scott Emo, Jon Greene, Alex Grimes, Shane Hillen, Nick Mar- The cast of the Caledonia High School production of Guys and Dolls is hard at work preparing for opening night on November 15 quardt and Russ Marzean. 'Hie “Guys” all have names like Nicely Nicely Johnson, Joey Biltmore, and Brandy Bottle Bates. Leading couples in this year's musical at Caledonia High School are (from left) Ryan Penfold as Sky Masterson who falls in love with the demure Sarah Brown played by Samantha Nemecek, Angie Kime as Miss Adelaide and her erstwhile fi­ ancee of 14 years Nathan Detroit played by Derek Brown Dancers include Melissa Baum. Amanda Bordewyk, Keyre Boverhof, Nicole Bradley, Hillary Braun, Lindsay Coolman, Katie Donohue, Emily Dunlap, Stephanie Gerst, Nubia Gomez. Becca Greene, Laura Hillen. Sarah Hoff, Ashley Kowalski, Christine Moon, Emily Norman, Emily Petz, Bridget Ryan, Genelie Schedbauer, Beth­ any Schiefla, Emily Schulte, Laura Shank. Olga Starchenko. Tessa Vitt, Bridget Vitt and Lindsey Woodcock. Nikki Pagano is the dance captain. This production requires a large technical crew. Light­ ing manager is Jaime Alex­ ander, Shari Bergy and Samantha Pleva are the technical stage managers. Ashley Concns , Frank D’Amico, Cass Fortin, support, Carole Gcss is the music Zachary Nietling, Ashley Nietling, and Duane Ste­ director and J. Ruthven is the director and producer of phenson are members of the the show. Rebekah Hall is tech-stage crew. Members of the sound the student director for this crew are Alex Vaughn and production. Tickets arc $5 in advance Glenn Gould. The lighting crew in­ and will be available starting cludes Laurg Danielson and Oct. 28. Reservations may Joshua Huist. Teacher Tom be made by calling 891Kaechele is the director of 6207. Tickets will be $6 at technology, with Conall the door. Hoag providing technical In This Issue Harvest Festival and Quilt Show set for this weekend 2nd annual TK Band Booster Craft Show held Middleville Council encourages 1st graders, seeks annexation Wingeier takes over as Irving Twp. treasurer �Page 2/The Sun and News, MfdcSeville MtOctober 15, 2002 Young artists’ works to be displayed by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Christi-Anna Castenguay of Freeport and Elena Gormley of Irving Township have joined a select group of artists whose work is part of the Louise Ann Stockham Memorial Fund collection and hung on the walls of Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings. Elena Gormley, an eighth grader at Thornap­ ple Kellogg Middle School, holds her pastel, “An Ode to Prunes" se­ lected as a Barry County Fair Youth Art Reach win­ ner selected for the Lou­ ise Ann Stockham Memo­ rial Fund collection. * * CANDY CHECK!!! HALLOWEEN NIGHT at UAW LOCAL 1002 285 $. WASHINGTON ST. • MIDDLEVILLE Union members and the public are welcome to come and Trick or Treat and get their candy checked between 7pm & 8:30pm by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Trick or Treat times will be from 5:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. Come have coffee, donuts, cider, and 9et some candy y________ ~~ ____ £ £ § & Castonguay's colored pencil drawing “A Welcome Friend” is based on books by Brian Jacques. She is presenting her picture in memory of LJ. Mote. Gormley’s pastel. “An Ode to Prunes” is presented in memory of her uncle Jeff Gormley who died before she was born. In addition to Castenguay and Gormley, Barry County Fair Art Reach winners were Karlee Mater of Nashville, Quintessa Hoffman of Battle Creek with “Share a Smile” and Abigail Lynn Searles of Hastings with “Girl on Cab­ allo.” The Thornapple Arts Council joined with Barry County 4-H and with the sponsorship of the Barry Community Foundation cre­ ated a new program this past summer called Barry County Fair Youth Art Reach. The Arts Council gave children from the ages of 5 through 18 free drawing les­ sons with experienced area art instructors during Barry County Fair Week July 1520 each evening. The young artists had the chance to explore different & I Christi-Anna Castonguay “A Welcome Friend’ is a colored pencil drawing based on. novels by Brian Jacques created by Christi-Anna Castonguay of Freeport media, including pencils, crayons, markers and pas­ tels. “The goal is to have the students create beautiful works of art.” Arts Council Director Rose Heaton says. Heaton says she was im­ pressed with the quality and creativity more than 80 chil­ dren displayed during the week. One part of the week was the Barry County Fair Youth Art Reach competition. Stu­ dents could decide to submit the work they created during the week to the competition. Members of the Thornapplc Arts Council judged the ex­ hibit and winners were given the opportunity to do­ nate their art work to be dis­ played at Pennock Hospital with the Louise Ann Stock­ ham Memorial Fund collec­ tion. This year’s Art Reach winners probably will be hung in the pediatrics ward. Louise Stockham of Hast­ ings is still influencing peo­ ple, even though she died Oct. 25, 2001. Her family with the help of the Thor­ napple Arts Council and the Barry Community Founda­ tion has established the Lou­ ise Ann Stockham Memorial Fund which will purchase art to be displayed at Barry County non-profit organiza­ tions. Fifteen works including the “Window al Mildred's Farm” donated by Stock­ ham’s nephew Dennis O’Mara arc now hanging at Pennock. Bonnie Ballinger of the Barry Community Founda­ tion says she is excited about this new way to share the love of life and friend­ ship Louise represented. Do­ nations to the Barry Com­ munity Foundation can be made in memory of Louise Stockham or of a loved one. The staff at the Thornapplc Arts Council will jury the work and a plaque will be provided for each piece. Donated works must be original, framed art work. All media, including oils, water colors, inks and pho­ tographs will be considered. The Stockham family has requested that no nudes or abstract works be donated. Artists may choose to do­ nate their work in memory of a loved one. Their name will be displayed on a plaque with their artwork. For more information about the Art Reach project Continued next page These are just a few of the more than 80 works created during the Barry County Fair Youth Art Reach in July. It shows why selecting the 5 winners was so difficult. �The Sun and News. M.ddleville Ml/October 15. 2002/Page 3 4-H Week decorations earn 1st place I His window at Family Trax video in Middleville earned first place in the 4-H week decorating contest for the Freedom Riders club. The decorating contest is sponsored by the Barry County 4-H Advisory Council Trick or treat party sponsored by UAW The second Trick or Treat Party sponsored by UAW Local 1(M)2 will be held Hal­ loween night, Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The union building is lo­ cated at 285 S. Washington Street next to Bradford White and there is plenty of parking. The party begins at 5:30 and is a great place for fami- From previous page of the Louise Ann Stockham Memorial Fund collection, call the Thornapple Arts Council at 945-2002. For more information about the Barry Community Foundation, cail 945-0526. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When members of the Freedom Riders 4-H Club began thinking about deco­ rating the windows at the Family Trax video store in Middleville, they didn’t know that their birthday cake for 4-H with animal candles would be the win­ ner. The Barry County 4-H Advisory Council sponsors this annual window decorat­ ing contest during 4-H week to help raise awareness of the role of 4-H in the lives of children and adults. This year four clubs par­ ticipated. Kathy Walters Surratt. Barry County 4-H Youth Agent says, “I am glad to see this program continuing to grow. The creativity shown by 4-H members and their leaders is really great.” The window created by the Hare Raisers club in the window of the former Boomtown Records in Hast­ ings came in second. It listed all the various pro­ grams 4-H members can ex­ plore from livestock to out­ door sports and conservation to the creative arts. The Barry County Wild­ cats display outside the Hastings Middle School li­ brary earned third place. The Trail Blazers display also at the Hastings Middle School earned an Honorable Mention award. A quilt created by Mary Martin on display in the window of the Thornapple Arts Council on State Street also noted the 100th anni­ versary of 4-H. Throughout the week questions were asked and prizes won during the 4-H Week Celebration on WBCH radio. By now eve­ ryone should know that 4-H is celebrating 100 years but how many know what the fourth H of the pledge repre­ sents (health.)? The questions created by Surratt and advisory council member Samantha Harthy got harder throughout the week. Winners received a goodie bag of 4-H themed material. For more information about 4-H and its programs contact Surratt at the Barry County Extension office at 945-1388. Athlete of the week Clvzie Vatidcrt/lerujThornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Tennis jfev r VandenBerg shot a 76 to lead the Trojans in their regional match at Broadmoor Country Club last Friday. The 76 tied VandenBerg for third place in the regional behind two golfers who shot 72’s. The Lynn Denton Agency 4*95 Middleville Rd. Ill N. Main St. *-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville. Ml 1-800443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU ■. INSURANCE FAAM euaeau MUTUA1 • runt mmau i»i • rXMKMwMKm Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. lies to begin their evening with games, coffee, donuts, cider and off course, candy. Or families can stop on their way home for refresh­ ments while they have the candy picked up during the official “Trick or Treat” hours of 6 to 8:30 p.m. checked by members of the Barry County Sheriff’s De­ partment. Leighton Church to host music ministry Oct. 20 Rudy Cervantes of Heav­ enly Trumpet Ministries will be ministering through music at Leighton Church during the 8:30 and 11:15 morning worship services Sunday. Oct. 20. Heavenly Trumpet Ministries formed when Rudy Cervantes began min­ istering to churches in 1988, the year he became a Christian. Since then, he has ministered to more than 2000 congregations through­ out the United States. Rudy and his wife, Fran, live in San Diego, Calif., where they attend Parkway Church of the Nazarene. Heavenly Trumpet Mini­ stries attributes all its bless­ ings to the Lord and thanks its family and friends for their prayers. Above all. the ministry aims to carry out and present the Gospel through music to Christians and non-Chnstians alike Leighton Church is locat­ ed on the comer of 142nd Avenue and 2nd Street between Middleville and Dorr. 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M.-U 930-6 WeO -lh 930-8 M 930-6. Saf 10-1 www prerrNeftrave*r< com (S10-re etenoW par fuea Rate artete o«ttea ntep tep rewrite trupi Aaptry The Baftrw M Panama �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/October 15, 2002 ■ ............... ........................ .... ....................... —......... _— leasuve HAIR DESIGNERS — OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Cake auction open to public Thursday Middleville Troop 3065 Cub Scouts are hard at work Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, s THURSDAY with their parents, testing charter can for organization Middleville scouts, includ­ perhaps a cake that looks ing Boy Scout Troop 105. Derby, and badges pins, books, fees and supplies. In the past cakes have like a tent or a camp fire. This year’s cake auction in The fourth category is for is open to the public. The looked like Jack o’ Lanterns, dolls, and chess boards. This preparation for the annual the most original decorating cakes will start arriving at year’s cakes are still in the cake auction Thursday, Oct. idea or cake. Cakes will be judged by 6:30. with bidding begin­ imagination of the scouts. ning at 7 p.m. The auction members of the Middleville Lions Club. Ribbons are will be held in the all-pur­ This is a great way to get a homemade cake and help a pose room at Lee Elemen­ good clause. awarded in each category for first, second and third tary. The troop uses the funds about scouting will also be recipes, decorations and more 17. Each scout and one parent or other adult work together to bake and decorate a cake 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Ptul'i Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! They designing cake Call today for Appointments! theme. triotic choose a scouting theme, in one of the four categories. Scouts can choose to deco­ rate with a Halloween or pa­ Information available at the auction. raised by the auction for place. events like the Pinewood The Lions Club is the LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Liling Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship....................... 9 30 a.m Fellowship Time......................... 10:35 a.m. Sunday School ............................ 10 50 a m Evening Praise.............................6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 pm. 7240 68(h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U I 1 T i CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (non-traditionai, informal) Sunday Morning Worship............... 9:30 h 1100 am. Youth Ministry .............................................. 891-0576 Now mating In our n«w buiWnq at 1171 Broadmoor' Rev Mu hurl Stowell. Isad Pastor Joe Cipcu, Worship leader Dennv Bouma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 -0287 Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37. nonh of Middleville • "95-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior PaM<»r Tim A. Vine, Asm. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pasu>r Gary Weaver, Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart C E ( hildren's Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a.m. 1100 am 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship................................................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................................ 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11 00 a.m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Slulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 One-mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd. Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Reif, ant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Ca.r and Programs Worship Hour 900 a.m. and 1630 a.m. 1 -■ October 20th: "Managing God's Bounty" Community Churcn A PU<t for Fannie A Friends 6201 W hitney Mik As enue. Ako CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contfmponry Worship 9:30am Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 a m Evening Worship 690pm Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-0391 Church Office 616-891- 8669 /Fax 891-8648 **» lakesadecommuMy arg ______________ caJedoruaunK _________________ Worship .......................... 8 30am Sunday School 945 tm Cofiee Fellowship................... ................ 1030 a.m Worship u Hh Jr Church 11 00 a.m. (Nursery availaNe throughout! Community’ o| 8146 68th St near WhttneyvWe Ave 9:45 am Church School. Sunday tllje ®lti tEimr dftlctljolhst Cljurclj 5590 VWiitneyvilte Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.1 0:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting. .7:00 p.m. Rev. Roy/e Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 New Life • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filledfamily Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pracch.urvtLLT tjmu C&mwormjy Cwmpus frhuu/iy wtuY Smma Praise Singing 1050 a_m Morning Worship 1190 an *<d Fellowship 7 JO pm Pasfcv EG. Frizzell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph. 616-897-6740 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Asenue Sunday Monung Vontup AjOaaa Tradbnoruf Sunday School far Al Ages S*mdn Evening Server FW Fnends Pre-Sdwoi-5* haw Meeting Sednexir. 1115 ajd Gjmempcran 1090 ax 630 pan. £JOpm fajO pm WT0r«M> Nnv« taecwFMor M91AO28 • e mad ktgh« rail nets net 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mite west of Patterson Rd (northuwt of Gun Lohet Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m 9 30 a m Mass at St Therese Church In Wayfand white renovaftons are being made 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word - Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday School .........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting atEmmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross _______ Church: (616) 868-4725 Middleville - Parmelee Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1 LOO am J Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Pan! M. Hillman Youth Pastor Dand Erikson 6951 Hanna lake Avenue, Caledonia redetmaMiserv.na wwwredeemeranentBtt.org A member d the bmtgdud Camenmt Chmhci dAmtnu 930 am Parmelee Momng Woahp Mddtev*e Mornrg Wonhp Sendee School (Adults) Nursery ■ Grode 5 Sr. - Sun. Evening Jr. Hist - Grades 68. Wed Evening 1100 a m. 945 am 11:00 a m. 6068.00 p m 6067 30 pm Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFAREFL Community Sunday Wednesday SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: www.wayfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Sunday School 9:45 AM Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Lakeside _______ 1 mfls west of M-37____ Traditional Service ....................... £:30 AM New Life Celebration Service HOO AM Mid-Week at the Oaas - Wed 6:30 PM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ztehr Office 591-5653 wwwiservjiet/-stpaul Redeemer Covenant Church . (Missouri Syjnod) Comer of 84th St & Kraft in Caledonia AU Services have a Nurseri Available • Hamer Free Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 A CALEDONIA IT UNITED METHODIST 250 V me Street S'. 10:00 a m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. St Paul Lutheran Church YOU ARE INVITED Ret E. Anthony Sikora Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Church: (616) 795-2391 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 708 W. Main Street Good Shepherd Lutheran Church "A Church with a c aring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Sunday Service Time# *15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11.00 A.M. Hofy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 7*5-2370 or B4S-9327 Vicar - Rok David T. Huttwic* |Tc|xc| £546 Ave OT 84th S! • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Mooting at Caledonia High School Strday School 930 am i«3ay Momrg Wontvp 10.30 am Meeting at crooe on WNtneyvee A /e Seraay Eveang Worship 600 p m Wed Mdweek Prayer 4 Bcie Study 7 00 p m Gev Thoma Buys Pasta • Sev Kort tana. Assoc Pasta Wecre wntreyzseccte ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 15. 2002/Page 5 Harvest Festival & Quilt Show this weekend The sixth and final in a series of “It’s Cider Time” fall weekend events this Sat­ urday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. will feature a Harvest Festival & Quilt Show The weekend will include old-fashioned barnyard horse pulls at 2 p.m. each day. Participation is open to anyone who has draft horses or mules. People with steam or gasoline engines, old- doll quilt every year is part of their Christmas gift from Grandma. Brianna. Kaylie. Katrina and Annika are ea­ ger to have their doll quilts displayed at the Bowens Mill show. Also included in the display will be two doll quilts that my mother made for my sisters and 1 when we were little many years ago." The Bowens House will be open for tours with a beautiful display ot Historic Reproduction quilts. Knowl­ edgeable living historians See Quilt Shew, page 6 L Scott Knoll J ■ A? Linda Smith in the Bowen House with historic quilts displayed. The Miller, Owen Sabin, doing horse games at the Harvest Festival. SPECIAL WITH OUR CROONERS =, on any grooming, 1 One per family—must present this coupon . E \BY APPOINTMENT Expires 11/1/02 J Thornapple Veterinary MEDICAL CENTER 2220 N. Patterson, Middleville Mon. Wed. 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Tues.-FrL 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m noon B ' 269-877-4056 - 269-795-3347JCJ! Harvest Sidewalk Sale Friday and Saturday Touch of Country Caledonia LOTS OF SAVINGS... UPTO 50% OFF STOREWIDE | OAK TABLES • CHAIRS • BEDS LAMPS • PICTURES * LACE 9175 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia, .Ml 49316 616-891-0647 Fax 616-891-0674 fashioned farm machinery, antique tractors, and various kinds of farm implements from days gone by are wel­ come to display. Craft and flea market people are also invited with a $5 setup fee outdoor and $10 indoor. The annual quilt show will take place in the Gath­ ering Place. The coordinator of the show this year is Nad­ ine Keech, a Hastings quil­ ter. and a team of local quil­ ters. Those interested in en­ tering and showing quilts should bring their quilts to the show. Categories will be hand quilted, hand sewn, pieced - hand quilted, pieced - machine quilted, applique, wall hanging and table run­ ners. Those who enter quilts for judging can choose from several categories for prizes, including hand stitched, hand tied and machine stitched. There will be $5 entry fee per quilt. Owners will receive rib­ bons and cash prizes if their quilts are chosen. For those who desire to just display a quilt for show, there will be no charge to enter. All en­ tries will be responsible for their own quilts and display racks. Anyone entering or displaying quilts for the show will receive two free admissions to the festival. Quilts must be registered be­ fore noon Saturday. Judging will be at 2 p.m. Sunday. There will be a display in the mill museum of chil­ dren's quilts made by Marge Vandermeyden. “1 have had many hobbies over the years — crocheting, rug making, bird watching — but quilting is not only in my blood, it’s in my genes,” she said. “I’m part of a fam­ ily — mother, sister, daugh­ ter and niece that enjoy the challenge of quilting. “Textiles, the visual at­ traction, the feel, and even the aroma of fabric attract me. As with many quilters, the first quilt 1 ever made was in anticipation of the birth of our first child, 35 years ago. For almost 15 years after most of my sew­ ing was consumed with gar­ ment making as our family grew After the youngest of our five children entered school, my focus again re­ turned to quilting. “I especially enjoy hand applique and hand quilting in a hoop. I machine piece almost everything and do quite a bit of machine quilt­ ing. mostly in the interest of speed. I also have a strong interest in dimensional floral applique, Hawaiian and stained glass style quilts. She noted that the size of the quilts she has made in­ clude queen bed quilts, wall quilts, table runners, many doll quilts and even a few miniatures. “Many of the 100 quilts I have made have been gifts — to family members, grandchildren and friends — and through WMQG to the Spectrum neonatal unit and the Santa Claus girls,” she said. “Our granddaughters quickly learned that a new Love, Your Family ?A H 30* 30*30*30*30*30*30 Caledonia American Legion Post 305 Satur 19‘h FPIG & LAMB^ ROAST 5:30 till ? Complete Meal—$10 ea. Open License Everyone Welcome! Come see our newly remodeled banquet hall rinsKrusinffinw// Missions Conference October 20 - 27 Ordinary Serving an Qoa ...this ahsurpassing power isfrom Qod... * 2 Corinthians 4:7 Gueat Speaker for the Dry: Bill Brlttian , Baptiat Children's Home October 20 at Caledonia High School Cafeteria ...9-30am Sunday School 10.30am Worship Evening Service at Whitneyville Bible Church, 8546 Whitneyville Ave. -6:00pm L Gueat Speaker* MagjcBob Artiat Suzie Wednesday, October 23, at Whitneyville Bible Church, 8546 Whitneyville Ave...6c30pm Gueat Speaker* Daye A Miyejonariea to Thailand Saturday, October 26, 'Thai Night* Whitneyville Bible Church...7:00pm 1030am Worth! p Service Evening Service at Whitneyville Bible Church,M46 Whitneyville Ave ..7:00pm �Page 6/The Sun and News, Mtddleville. Ml/October 15. 2002 Quilt Show, continued from page 6 will be on hand to explain this time tested artform, and to answer any questions you may have. Also on Saturday, there will be an apple pie contest, with judging taking place at 3 p.m. Free admission to the festival will be offered to all participants who come with pics. The large Belgian horses will be on hand for families to enjoy wagon ride tours of the mill grounds. Cider, ground com meal, apple but­ ter and fall crafts will be for sale. Costumed craftsmen, in­ cluding spinners, black­ smiths and woodworkers, will be demonstrating and selling their works nearby. There is also a pioneer farm setting with a post and beam barn and farm animals for the whole family to enjoy, There is a llama, chickens, sheep, a mule, miniature horses and a white peacock. There will be live music in the Gathering Place both days. Singer Terry Pcnnc- packer and the "Wayland In­ strumental Orchestra" will be performing Saturday af­ ternoon. On Sunday, a band from Greenville called "Bows. Bellows, and Good Lookin’ Fellows" will be performing. The 13-acre pioneer park consists of an 1840s twostory plank-style house, an 1850s one-room school bouse, and an 11-room Vic­ torian house built by the Bowenses in the 1860s. A post and beam bam is home to a team of Belgian draft horses. A covered bridge crosses the old mill stream to where visitors can see the 17-foot water wheel. The Fork River Free Trappers will be selling their wares in the new "Fork River Trading Post" log building that was dedicated Oct. 5. The mill was built in 1864 and is a Michigan State His­ toric Site. Its mission is to preserve the history of days gone by for future genera­ tions to learn from and en­ joy. The four-story mill building's main floor houses a working water-powered ci­ der and grist mill, along with a museum and gift shop. There is a blacksmith shop, a water-powered ma­ chine shop on the lower level. The third floor has been transformed into living quarters. The top floor is where the grains were stored and a lot of old machinery, gears, and pulleys are still in that area. Historic Bowens Mills is a second generation familyowned and operated state historic site that receives no state funding. All restora­ tions and upkeep depend on gate fees and donations. The festival gate fee for adults is $5, and $2 for children 5 to 15 years old. Bowens Mills is located in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. For more information, visit our website at www.bowensmills.com or call 795-7530. TK grad on Homecoming Court at Ferris Be original fir feel proud. The^ (V.3Pudio YOu« full service SALON . Salon Inc. <*"" 4 Snptrk Sfidt (616) 891 1272 9954 CHERRY VALLEY. CALEDONIA, Ml 49116 Rebecca Worth, a Thor­ napple Kellogg High School graduate, participated in the Ferris State University Homecoming celebrations this past weekend. She was one of 10 girls selected to the Homecoming court. Girls were chosen through a nomination proc­ ess. Selection was based on how involved students are in the community and on cam­ pus. Worth is a senior this year and is in the pre-law pro­ gram. She is a member of Phi Alpha Delta. She studied this summer in the Mexico/Texas Study Abroad program. TK Students of Month announced The following individuals were chosen as Students of the Month for September at Thomapple Kellogg High School: (front row, from left) Brandon Tobias. A!« Willette. Kristie Pratt, Kirsten VanDerMeer. Nicole Crisher, Emily Granger, (back row) Andrea Aldrich, Nick Tumes, Jacqueline Michael, Chuck Leonard and Katie McKeown. Unavailable for picture were Scott Brown and Mari Richter. Local Girl Scout wins family of God award Sydney Elisse Maring of Middleville was presented with the Family of God Award Oct. 2 at Saint Isidore Catholic Church in Grand Rapids. Sydney is a Brownie Girl Scout with Troop 1557 at Girl Scouts of Michigan Trails. She was presented with the award by Father Donald Lomawicz. The Family of God is a religious award program that required both Bible study and service projects. A TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Oct. 16 Boscos breadsticks w/dipping sauce or com dog on a stick, California blend, applesauce, milk. Thursday, OcL 17 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, w/garlic bread or meat and ch. sub on a bun, com, peas, milk. Friday, Oct. 18 Pizza or fish sticks, baked beans, fresh banana, milk. Monday, Oct. 21 Chicken nuggets w/savory rice or cheesey burrito, veg­ gie sticks, fresh grapes, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Pizza burger on a bun or cheeseburg on a bun, peas, peaches, milk. young person voluntarily enrolls into the program and is under the supervision of his/her pastor. He/she choos­ es to go beyond the regular expectations of the church or school experiences. It is a program that requires a com­ mitment of time and energy to study and to act out the faith. Applicants can purchase requirement books for the appropriate level and denomination preference by contacting, the local Scout Council or P.R.A.Y. at 1800-133-7729. If Kim’s 1 ' Konsignment I I * Infant's * Children’s * Women's * Men's * Pins Sizes (large selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Halloween Costumes * Shoes * Evening Gowns * Hand Crafted Jewelry CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA! i I 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (right on m-37) J 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 1 HL Hours Mor 4 Wee 10-7 pm, Turn Thura & Fn 106 pm. Sat 10-3 pm �mnjvteviite. rvn/^iooer IO. ZUO^/rag© Caledonia sports loses avid fan with passing of Wesenberg by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The stands of Caledonia sports events will be a little bit quieter now. And there’s a spot on the bleachers that isn’t being warmed any more because it belonged to Carol Sue Wesenberg, 61. who passed away not long ago from a massive stroke. Wesenberg was a teacher for many years in the Grand Rapids area, most recently in Kentwood. She also taught high school comple­ tion courses and senior citi­ zen classes in the Caledonia School District. But she is probably best known in the Caledonia area as a very vocal and loyal fan of any sport her grandsons. Whitney and Perry Wesen­ berg, were involved in. But she wan't there just for her grandsons. She was there for the whole team. Her death, shortly after school started this fall, stunned many of Whitney’s friends on the football team, who expected her to be in the stands cheering every one of them on, as she had always done in the past. It Carol Sue Wesenberg seems that everyone knew and liked “Grandma Carol.’ Wesenberg also attended wrestling matches for Whit­ ney, AYSO Soccer and ka­ rate for Perry and games for her other grandchildren at other schools. Rain or shine, she was there, supporting the whole team and being very vocal about it. One of the families’ fa­ vorite memories about We­ senberg was when she was at one of her grandson’s football games. She shouted. Truck crash leaves area man in serious condition A 37-ycar-old Middleville man was listed in serious condition Monday morning at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids after suffering injuries in a traffic crash early Saturday in Thornap­ ple Township. Barry County Sheriff’s authorities said Kyle P. Ja­ cobson suffered extensive injuries after the Chevy S-10 pickup he was riding in lost control on Davis Road at Valley Ridge Drive and left the road, sinking a tree. He was taken by Spectrum by Aeromed. The driver of the truck, Phillip H. Jacobson, 28, sus­ tained non-life threatening injuries and was treated at Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings and released. Authorities said alcohol is believed to have been a fac­ tor in the crash, which oc­ curred just after midnight. Cut Your Taxes and Increase Your Income with tax-free municipal bonds. Ca« or stop by today tor more Information. Drew McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherts Valley A\e SE Ste E, Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus. 616-891-1173 Toll-free 866-891-1173 * w w edw ardjones.com MMwSVC Edwardjones Serving Individual Investors Since 1871 Go Caledonia!” from the stands. Only after she had several people turn around to look at her in bewilder­ ment did she realize that she was in Allendale at a game of another grandson. Instead of hiding in embarrassment as many would do. Wesen­ berg did what she usually did. she yelled at the top of her lungs. “Go Allendale!” Besides the many activi­ ties with her grandchildren, including get togethers every Friday in the summer, attending school functions and taking turns with par­ ents as chauffer. Wesenberg was also involved in the community, especially with senior citizens. Sherry Crawford, enrich­ ment coordinator at Caledo­ nia Resource Center, said, “She enjoyed teaching the seniors a lot. They had a lot of fun together. The gifts she made them were won­ derful.” Crawford was referring to handmade gifts. Cross­ stitching was a favorite, which each student received from Wesenberg. Wesenberg extended her immediate family by choice, “adopting" many children, including classmates and teammates of her grandchil­ dren and the family mem­ bers of her in-laws. Many of their pictures graced her re­ frigerator right along with her biological family. Her enthusiasm for being with children, of all ages, extended to her teaching ca­ reer. In her time she not only performed the normal tasks of those teaching younger students, she also helped many older students earn their high school diplomas or GEDs. Her efforts were rewarded through a “Teacher of the Year” award. Knowing how important education was to Wesen­ berg, her family established the Carol Sue Wesenberg Memorial College Scholar­ ship Fund through the Ken­ twood Education Founda­ tion. Wesenberg is survived by her husband, Kent; sister Laura (Wesenberg); son, John and Pamela W'esenberg of Caledonia; daughter, Jeannette and Mark Reister of Zeeland; grandchildren, Whitney and Perry Wesen­ berg. Alex. Brett and Erin Sue Reister; as well as nu­ merous nieces, nephew s and special friends. The bleachers at Caledo­ nia might be a little quieter now. but more than a few believe that if there’s a good game going on in heaven — Wesenberg’s there cheering everyone on with genuine feeling. M. Elaine Wilkie CALEDONIA - Mrs. M. Elaine Wilkie, age 74. of Green Lake (Caledonia) went to be with her Lord unexpectedly on Wednes­ day. Oct. 9. 2002 at Spec­ trum East Campus. She was bom Sept. 20. 1928 to Otto and Sarah Hall of Lansing. Donald D. Carter Sr. MIDDLEVILLE - Donald D. Carter Sr., age 77. for­ merly of Middleville, died Sept. 29 at his home in Middleton. TN. Mr. Carter was a veteran of World War II. He was an avid outdoorsman and very active in archery associa­ tions and competition both in Michigan and Tenn. He is survived by his wife. Arbie Lou. and son. Donald Carter Jr. (JoAnne) of Orange Parke. Fla., two grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He is also survived by his brother. Jim (Lorraine) and Aunt Lodema (George), all of Caledonia, MI. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Maclver and brother, Carl Re&h owr 11,000 srta homes Carter. Services were held Oct. 2 at Shackleford Funeral Chapel in Bolivar. TN. Internment at Reaves Cemetery in Middleton. and son-in-law. Sarah and Daniel Cain of Rockford; five granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; her brother and sister-in-law. John and Jeanette Hall of Columbus. NC; numerous nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Bunal was offered Monday, Oct. 14. 2002 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Rev. Ft. David E. IxBIanc. celebrant. Interment was held at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing. Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. Fall Clearance Specials! yf £ Floor & Wall In-Stock CERAMIC TILE CARPET 30% OFF While Supplies Last! Every Day Low Prices While Supplies Last! QQt Starting at VINYL TAKE 50-70% OFF 10% OFF While Supplies Last! SPECIAL ORDERS Famous I Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Elaine was a longtime member of Holy Family Parish and an avid bridge player. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Rich­ ard G. Wilkie; her son and daughter-in-law. William and Beatrice Wilkie of Green Lake; her daughter N T E^ CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue SE. (M-37) • Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891 -9000 FAX 616/891-9025 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/October 15, 2002 2nd annual TK Band Booster Craft Show set Fabric art will be featured The cafeteria and hall­ ways at Thornapple Kellogg High School on Bender Road Saturday (Oct. 19) will be filled to bursting with crafts created by artists from near. Middleville, and far. Ypsilanti, Mich., and Terre Haute. Ind. This is the second year that TK Band Boosters have sponsored the craft show. Organizer Cathy Dufresne says. “1 am really excited with the quality of the work which is on display. It is so exciting to see the artists in­ teract with the public.” There will be a conces­ sion stand, bake sale and introducing Lindsy to our staff of professional hair designers JhaM u a diffsMinui! Caledonia Village Centre 616-891*1093 New-lssue Municipal Offering Available the Week of Oct. 14, 2002 $36,635,ODD*1 Thomapple Kellogg School Counties of Barry, Allegan, Kent and Ionia State of Michigan 2002 School Building and Site and Refunding Bonds (General Obligation-Unlimited Tax) Preliminary Pricing Information* Expected Ratings_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Aaa by Moody’s Investors Service AAA by Standard & Poor’s (This issue qualifies for participation in the Michigan School Bond Loan Fund.) Expected Maturities_ _ _ _ _ _ • Serial bonds from 2003 to 2018 • Term bonds due in 2023 and 2028 The bonds are expected to be available from A.G. Edwards and the firms listed below. Call today for more information. raffles going on during the show. Crafters from the Hast­ ings area include Hope Bird, Sherry Hanlon, Polly Herbstreith,, Kenneth Vandeburg and Debra Yoder. Middleville area artists in­ clude Carole Carberry, Dorothy Erfourth, Holly Feenstra,Donna Roush, Mary Lou Stickney, TK Senior Party parents, Larissa Continued next page Qzntuifc Real Estate For The Real World" Caledonia • 9175 Cherry Valley Pearson-Cook 891-8980 •Each office independently owned and operated A.G Edwards HASTINGS SCHOOLS I AKHkOM 10 450 ft. of frontage on Middle Lake 3 bedrooms. 3 baths Seiler will look at all reasonable offers (BAC2DPRAT, This advertisement is neither an offer 5075 Cascade Road, S.E. to sell nor a solicitation of an offer Suite M maoe only by official statement Interest is Grand Rapids, Ml (616) 942-1213 • (800) 908-1213 UBS PaineWebber Inc. (800) 733-6902 to buy any of these securities The ottering is free, in the opinion of counsel from all * Subject to change ' Indudes $24,115,000 approvec by the gushed electors on September 24 2002 and $12,520 000* to relnc a portion of a Comerica Securities prior bond issue (800)327-7058 L HASTINGS SHARP 4 BEDROOM 2 STORY. New carpet. wood floors front porch. garage siding Great lot with trees $99 900 (SEA9RDAWS) Robui Danoa 293-H79 DwsePrmr«/3-<JLW present federal and Mchgan stale reome taxes Edward Jones Uro SK (616)891-1173 2002 AG Edtt-os A Sons Inc Many More Listings Available! 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Au­ drey Landfair. Brenda Law­ rence, Edward Livingston. Maxine Pixley, Elissa Reaves. David Rohraff. Gor­ man Sinchico, Lawrence and May Taylor, Marcia Vandrunen, Sindy Weathers and Hilda Zamora. Pottery, fabric art, candles and much more can be found in this craft show. In­ formation about the craft show can be found at tkbandbooster(« hotmail.co m. Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & Midnight on Friday & Saturday ...One Movie or Game Rental ...One Microwave Popcorn ...One 2-Liter Coke Product Heard the latest buzz in Grand Rapids? DIRECTV NOW HAS YOUR LOCAL CHANNELS! $50 will be credited to your 2nd DIRECTV bill when you buy any DIRECTV* Multi­ Satellite System and subscribe to Local Channels with your annual commitment to any TOTAL CHOICE’ package. orjn OH* The variety is great and there is lots to choose from at the Band Boosters Craft Sale this Saturday. East Town Homes Middleville $ Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? Credit not so good? 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WM OCO �Page 10/The Sun and News MiddlevHe Ml/October 15. 2002 Studio Salon stylists go to workshop Laura Christensen (left) and Jenny Simmons proudly show off their mannequins used in a portion of the training they received from Wella in Los Angeles Caledonia Arts and Crafts Bazaar Caledonia High School Saturday, November 2, 2002 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Free Admission Free Parking Raffle Lunch Served 11:30-2:00 COME ENJOY THE DAY! by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Laura Christensen and Jenny Simmons of Studio Salon in Caledonia recently went to Los Angeles to at­ tend a prestigious Wella workshop. The two received training in Wella’s Color Specialist course, “Color Freedom." The course definitely isn’t for beginners. Stylists aren’t accepted into the advance courses without proof of prior coloring knowledge and/or education. “You have to know what you’re doing to even get in,” said Christensen. One of the highlights for the pair was getting to work with Virginia Reardon, one of the professional beauty industry's top authorities on hair coloring. Having been a platform artist and educator for more than 10 years, her background includes direc­ tor of hair color at several prestigious salons, editorial features and runway fashion shows for leading American and European designers. The workshop taught col­ orists how to “develop new techniques and how to have an adventurous attitude to­ ward change.” According to Christensen, one of the many techniques that they learned was the 7 shape convertible. This pro- YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE cing All Brands for 29 V ..r- < Water Softeners, Iron & Odor Filters. 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Christensen and Simmons consider themselves lucky for having been able to work with Reardon. Caledonia Legion Post to show off renovated facility Caledonia American Le­ gion Post No. 305, 9548 Cherry Valley, will have a grand opening celebration Saturday, Oct. 19, to mark the completion of a major remodeling of the hall. Starting at 5:30 p.m. a pig and lamb roast will be served. Tickets are $10 per person. The event is open to the public. During this past summer, the hall was completely re­ painted and a new air condi­ tioning and heating system was installed along with new tile and carpeting. New tables and chairs were pur- chased. The exterior has new stone work and a new entrance to the hall on the south side of the building was added. The membership of the post felt these upgrades were needed to enhance the rentability of the hall. Post Manager Bill Neil has reported that hall rentals are already on the raise. Le­ gion members hope this renovation will provide the community with an eco­ nomical, quality facility to hold events of all kinds. Besides the dinner, post members will be available to answer questions about hall rental, membership in the American Ixgion, Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion. Post members welcome the public to see the new hall, enjoy a great dinner and spend an enjoyable eve­ ning with members and friends. Call the Post at 891-1882 with any questions. For Sale By Owner Village of Middleville Alto woman on Aquinas list Molly Pickard of Alto, has been named to the dean’s list at Aquinas College, Grand Rapids. In order to qualify for the list, a full-time student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above in a mini­ mum of 12 hours or more of graded credit in any semes­ ter. W.^ 605 Bernard 3 bedroom with wood floors, 2 bath, 2352 sq. ft., tri­ level with unfinished 4th level, family room with fire­ place, A/C, in-ground heated pool, large corner lot on nice cul-de-sac. This house has lots of extras Call for details. 795-8828, 893-6098. $149,000 Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet. — COUPON — Ask us about 6 MONTHS INTEREST FREE Visit Our Shou’room Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages WATER CONDITIONING ----- I ------showroom stork HOURS— ------------------------- —- ' ■■ 9980 Cherry Valley Caledonia (M-37) 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/October 15. 2002/Page 11 Local Girl Scout’s Gold Award Jennifer Piccard nominated for project increasing awareness Rotary Students of the Month Increasing awareness of the Girl Scouting program formed the basis of one local Senior Girl Scout’s decision in planning her Gold Award project. Because of an overall lack of public information, many residents of Caledonia have no idea what activities Girl Scouts are exposed to within the program Recognizing this need sparked Hannah Ezinga's interest in provid­ ing people the opportunity to learn more about Girl Scouting. Through her creation of six scrapbook-like albums, anyone interested can leaf through the art work, essays, photos and information pro­ vided. The scrapbooks, which arc placed in each of the four Caledonia School District elementary libraries, as well as the middle school and community library, arc a collection of donations re­ ceived from Girl Scouts The Best Mobile Home in Middleville! «*•©•& F aeodw O.-..14® i 1 Hannah Ezinga (right) assists Olivia Ezinga dur­ ing the opening flag cere­ mony at a Try-lt work­ shop. themselves. They express the importance of the rela­ tionships formed, lessons learned, and experiences gathered by taking part in the program. The books also contain information vital for regis­ tration into Girl Scouts. The pictures include high­ lights from favorite events such as sock hops, camp­ outs, parties, service projects and badge workshops. To earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, an applicant must submit a proposal and wait for approval by a se­ lected council board. Once approved, the undertaking of a community service project benefiting both the local and Girl Scout Community can be completed. A minimum of 50 hours is necessary to receive this award, which is recognized as the highest in Girl Scout­ ing — equal to the Boy Scout Eagle Award. Now available: The top manufactured name brand: Shult 2-bedroom, 1,066-sq.ft. like new. the highest quality WITH 15x54' carport, 14x14' deck, 10x8' storage shed. Many additional teatures: central air, sky­ lights, 4 ceiling fans, fire­ place with gas log, car­ peted, curtains, lever locksets, dishwasher, garbage disposal, elec­ tric range, oak cabinetry throughout, self-cleaning oven, refrigerator w/ice maker, micro-wave oven. Ready to move in. Original cost. $47,000. Will sell for $31,000. You must walk through this home. Call 795-9090, cell: 616-293-7391. 8>th Annual Farm Toy Show at Caledonia High School 9757 Duncan Lake Rd. Caledonia, Michigan * jg Jerry Robinson, world geography/civics instructor at Thomapple Kellogg High School, nominated senior Jennifer Piccard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ken and Ruth Piccard of Middleville, as the Rotary Student of the Month for September. Jennifer was nominated for her work ethic in school and for her service extended to the community. She was most recently honored by the Thomapple Kellogg School Board for attending a leadership camp and for demonstrating leadership qualities at the high school. Other honor* have includ­ ed Science Student of the Year for 2001-2002, Wo­ men’s Engineering Award, second place in Science Olympiad Regional for 2002, Student of the Month. National Honor Society, and feature editor for the school newspaper. Piccard has also been active in French Club. Art Club, Holy Family Church. Peace Youth Group, volun­ teer work at the nursery at Holy Family. Walk for Breast Cancer. Rotary Leadership Conference at Camp Algonquin, Diversity Council. TK Service Team, blood donation, and working at a local restaurant. Future plans include attending medical school to become a pediatrician. 3 Jennifer Piccard A 4 BLUE SPRUCE Full, nice shaped, 5 - 8 feet. Privacy accents, lot lines, year round color, wildlife. Add to the value ofyour home Available now and in April. Locally grown. Call for details (269) 795-2232 State inspected and licensed Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. Hannah Ezinga, hopes that her Girl Scout Gold Award project, six infor­ mation albums, will help the community of Caledo­ nia learn more about the Girl Scouting activities in the area. Through the undertaking of this project, Ezinga hopes to provide the community with an invaluable resource in educating Caledonia about Girl Scouting. It's the way insurance should be. 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In the 1968 original story of Corduroy Bear, by Don Freeman, the little bear went looking for his button and got into all sorts of mischief. As KDL’s Youth Librar­ ian, Tisha Wells, read the book to the under 6 aged pa­ trons, a larger than life size bear was getting ready to meet his young audience. In the book. Corduroy fi­ nally finds a friend to take him home and love him. Caledonia’s version of Cor­ duroy didn't have to wait long for a friend as he was surrounded by many little ones wanting a hug and a handshake. Further happenings at or for the Caledonia library in­ clude several fund-raisers for the KDL Alliance of Friends (Schuler Book Days Oct. 28-Nov. 3 and Art Van Furniture Grand Re-Open­ ing benefiting the KDL Alli­ ance of Friends from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 16. As KDL’s Youth Librarian. Tisha Wells read the book to the under 6 aged patrons, a life sized bear was get­ ting ready to meet his young audience. adults are invited to join a friendly, informal book dis­ cussion. And be sure to check out artwork by local students displayed at the Caledonia (fAVAAUUJ NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *1 29,900 Dad's night set at Dutton Middle School Noah’s Ark Christian pre­ kindergarten will have its annual Dad’s Night festivity Tuesday. Oct. 15. from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Dutton Christian Middle School gym (6729 Hanna Lake For more information contact: Amy De Kleine 616-299-6790 616-583-5000 ext 207 MALTY GKOVP, LLC -\Z" I I I mith iamond I I ___ . UTI l~~U 111LI I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml I S -D FREE MARKET ANALYSIS "V■ * Z 891-2222 —CALEDONIA— 210 SHORT STREET Right in the Village of Caledonia Wow! This is a lot of house for the money. Four bedrooms, one full and two 1/2 baths, built-in sauna, newer furnace, electrical and a/c. All kitchen appliances stay, too. All rooms are large with loads of storage. The two stall garage has a workshop and a loft. Yard is totally fenced in. All this for $169,900. 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Teens are invited to fill out a “reading interest survey” and get a free “Get Graphic” givea­ way. The “Let it Snow” read­ ing club for adults kickoff celebration will be held Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. at St. Cecilia Music Society in Grand Rapids. Free ad­ mission. Elizabeth Mc­ Cracken, author of “Niagara Falls All Over Again” and Ann Patchett, author of “Bel Canto,” will be the guest speakers. One of the last adult book discussions for the fall sea­ son is happening on Wednesday, Nov. 11. All * Christopher J. Hier, K D.D.S. 616-891-1240 Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes (fae/tee beauty MILL POND CONDOS Payments from: $898/mo.* • EPA-Five Star • 5 miles Paved Paul Henry Energy Rated Biking/Walking Trail • 1320-2300 sq. ft. * - new patients welcome 4 Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available * Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. (269) 795-0000 -or(616) 891-0993 Your Smile - ♦* The First Thing * People See! * Wlurt Hitirt Stfrtvu •Principle and tntcresi baaed on .- Ave.) Seventy preschoolers and their dads will dress in night­ time attire for an evening of nocturnal activities, bedtime. stories, songs and a picnic supper. Thomapple River & Downtown Middleville ♦ General Dentistry for Children & Adults . library. For information about these and other happenings at the Caledonia Library, call 647-3840 $18,590 and loan amount of SI67JI0 Information Center 126 E. Mam Downtown Middleville (Comer of High Street and Main Street) price of 5185.900. 10% du»n paymerx of �The Sun and News. Middleville. MlOctober 15. 2002/Page 13 Rogers dashes hopes of End of season for TK frosh comeback for TK girls’ The TK varsity girls’ bas­ ketball team dropped a cou- pie more last week. Last Thursday at Rogers TK netters win final two of season Thc TK varsity girls’ ten­ nis team won its final two dual matches of the season last week. The Trojans took 6-2 wins over O-K Gold oppo­ nents, the Wyoming Park Vikings and the Caledonia Fighting Scots. On Tuesday against Cale­ donia in a makeup of an ear­ lier rain out Kara Hutchens won al first singles 6-4, 6-4. Mallory Dobson was a winner at third singles 6-3, 6-1 At fourth singles Jen Burks defeated her opponent 6-3, 6-1. The second doubles team of Melisa Potts and Rachel Clinton won 7-5, 6-3. Amber Stcorts and Emily Porter earned a 6-3, 6-4 win at third doubles. At fourth doubles it was the team of Michelle Raetz and Bethany Stcorts getting a tough three set win. The pair won the first set in a tie breaker 7-6(3). Caledonia came back to win the second set in a tie breaker 6-7 (4), then Raetz and Stcorts came back to take the third set 62. Cary Middlebush fell in a three setter taking the first 63, but then dropping the next two 6-2, 6-3. The girls swept the dou­ bles play Monday Oct. 7 and earned their first victory of the week, against Wyoming Park. The top two flights fea­ tured three set come from behind wins for TK. At first doubles the pair of Jena Jones and Leanne Lantinga dropped the first set 46, before coming back to take the second 6-2. Then dosing it out in the third with a 6-3 win. Clinton and Tiffany Tietz teamed up at second doubles and also fell in the first set 4-6 before rallying to win the second 6-2, and the third 6-4. The third and fourth dou­ bles teams both earned dou­ ble bagel victories. Porter and Amber Steorts at third doubles, and Raetz and Bethany Steorts at fourth. Middlebush won at sec­ ond singles 6-1, 6-3. Burks was victorious at fourth singles. She earned a 6-3, 6-1 victory. Heading into last Friday’s rcgionals at East Grand Rap­ ids several of the Trojans had stellar records. Middlebush is 18-5 at second singles. Dobson 1310 at third. Burks is 16-7 at fourth. On the doubles side Potts and Clinton have combined to go 14-2 at second dou­ bles, while the third doubles team of Porter and Amber Steorts amassed a 10-2 re­ cord together. The O-K Rainbow confer­ ence champions at fourth doubles, Raetz and Bethany Steorts, put together a 16-1 record as a pair. Regional results will be in next week’s Sun and News. the girls made the push for a big comeback win in the fourth quarter, but fell just short. After going into the fourth quarter down 38-28 TK found themselves with the ball down only one with nine seconds to play. Three opportunities near the basket wouldn't fall, in the final seconds and Rogers walked off the court with a 44-42 win. Stefanie Scott was perfect from the floor for the Tro­ jans. She hit all four three point shots she attempted, and another field goal, to lead the Trojans with 14 points. Chanda Brice had 10. Megan Dutcher pulled down eight boards for TK, who’s record falls to 2-8. TK coach Marcy Uyl said that it was a good defensive game for her girls. Stacey VanderWerp had six points, all in the first half, to go along with five steals. Last Tuesday against Wyoming Park the Trojans had a tough night shooting the ball from the perimeter, and the Vikings shut down the inside game as they de­ feated TK 52-40. Brice led the Trojans with ten points. VanderWerp had nine and 11 rebounds. Dutcher added nine points as well. Uyl said that her girls were down nine at the half and just couldn’t get any closer than that against the tough Vikings’ zone de­ fense. This week the Trojans Host Godwin on Tuesday Oct. 15. The girls won’t play again after that until they visit Byron Center on Tues­ day Oct. 22. The TK boys’ freshman : soccer team concluded their season with a 2-1 loss at Catholic Central Oct. 8. After falling down 1-0 early in the opening half the Trojans stayed on top of their game and tied things up about midway through the first half on a goal by Andrew Dragoo. Gar Alli­ son added the assist for TK. i The game remained tied until Catholic Central scored off a comer kick with five minutes remaining. TK turned up the pressure after falling behind again, and out shot Catholic Cen­ tral 15-8 on the night, but in the end TK fell short. The freshmen finished a tough schedule with a 4-5-1 record. On Oct. 7 the boys netted their fourth and final win of the season. 4-0 against West Catholic. Having home field advan­ tage helped the boys on a sunny, but chilly Monday evening. The scoring started when Nick Wilke picked off a goal kick, gained control, and beat the West Catholic keeper. The second for TK was mid way through the first half when Allison found Ja­ son Morley wide open for the easy goal. TK took the 2-0 lead into halftime. Wilke again found the back of the net when Josh Baird made a hard shot which hit the cross bar and bounced down to the foot of Wilke who was crashing the net. TK’s final goal came from Kyle Selleck when Baird found him making a long run. Baird placed the ball out of the reach of the West Catholic defense and Selleck made a great finish for the score. ‘This was a team win.” said TK coach Matt Mollica. “Our defense led the way giving up only two shots on goal all game. Players like Frank Griffith. Mike Texter. Drew Gerrits, and Brad Wisniewski played very solid and supported the TK keeper Mike Hill.” The midfielders con­ trolled the ball for most of the game and the forwards Wilke. Allison, and Baird kept the West Catholic keeper busy putting 17 shots on goal. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Notice of Hearing to Consider Request to Establish Industrial Development District Pursuant to Act 198 of the Public Acts of Michigan 1974, as amended, the Village of Middleville has been requested by Production Solutions to approve an Industrial Development District The District is described as follows: Parcel 1: Commencing at the intersection of centerline of Main Street with the north and south 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence southeasterly along the center of the street 23 rods to the place of beginning; thence south 11*15’east 660 00 feet to the center of Main Street, thence north 78°45° west along the center of Main Street 330.0 feet to the place of beginning, being a part of the southeast 1/4 of section 23. town 4 north, range 10 west. Thornapple Township, Barry County. Michigan. Parcel 2: Commencing at a point on the north and south quarter line of Section 23, town 4 north, range 10 west, which is 167.38 feet south 1°35° west from the intersection of said north and south quarter line and the centertine of Main Street, thence south 78°45° east 351.53 feet parallel to Main Street south 11*15° west 235 feet, thence north 78°45° west 311.5 feet, thence north 1“35" east 238.00 feet to the point of beginning PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Village Council will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall, 100 E. Main St., Middleville, to hear comments and consider the request to establish an Industrial Development District. The applicant, represen­ tatives of affected taxing units, and other interested parties are welcome to appear and comment at the hearing. 306 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE * FOUNDED ISU * Notice of Hearing to Consider Application for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate Pursuant to Act 198 of the Public Acts of Michigan 1974. as amended, the Village of Middleville has been requested by Production Solutions to approve an application for an industrial facilities exemption certificate for building improvements and equipment This application concerns a building or equipment which are or w4f be located within an indus­ trial development district previously established by the Village which is located at 900 East Mam Street, Middleville Michigan, more particularly described as: Parcel 1: Commencing at the intersection oh the centerline of Mam Street with the north and south 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence southeasterly along the center of the street 23 rods to the place of beginning thence south 11*15° east 660.0 feet to the center of Mam Street; thence north 78°45c west along the center of Mam Street 330 0 feet to the place of beprmmg, being a part of the southeast 1/4 of Section 23, town 4 north, range 10 west. Thomapple Township, Barry County, Michigan Parcel 2: Commencing at a point on the north and south quarter Ime of Section 23. town 4 north, range 10 west, wtsch is 167 38 feet south 1*35* west from the intersection of said north and south quarter tone and the centerline of Mam Street, thence south 78'45' east 351 53 feet paraMel to Mam Street south 1115* west 235 feet, thence north 78’45* west 3115 feet, thence north 1 *35° east 238 50 feet to the point of beginning PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Vflage Council wrfl hold a pubic heanng on October 22, 2002, at 7:05 p.m at the ViMage Hall. 100 E Mam St. Middtevifle. to hear com merits and consider the application lor a new certificate The applicant, representatives of affected taxing units, and other interested parties are welcome to appear and comment at the heanng 309 �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 15. 2002 Middleville Village Council approves annexation Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council last Tuesday eve­ ning approved a request to annex three parcels near Ar­ lington Court and M-37 and sent it on to the Barry County Commission for ac­ tion. During a public hearing, council members heard from residents Larry Bailey and Chris Booker, who arc op­ posed to the proposed an­ nexation. Bailey told council that he opposed annexation the first time it was proposed and “1 just want to be left alone.” Booker told council he was opposed to being in the vil­ lage and having to pay extra Lon Myers encourages first graders to do their best as they commit to cleaning First and Third Streets in the village taxes for which he sees little benefit. The extension of the Hastings City Bank Hrrt For You Stru e CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer ser­ vice. We are currently looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our Caledonia office. This is a sales oriented position. The incumbent per­ forms a variety of duties related to new account opening as well as performing various clerical and administrative duties related to the processing and servicing of mortgage and consumer loans. Qualified applicants will have above average data entry skills, be detail oriented, and possess excellent cus­ tomer relations skills. Apply in the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI 49058 EOE/M-F sewer line in this area will allow the Middleville Mar­ ketplace (already in the village) to be on the sewer. Once sewer is installed, the homeowners have one year to hook up and three years in which to pay the hookup fee Village Engineer Steve Williams noted that in addi­ tion to the hook up fee, homeowners are responsible for the costs of connecting from their homes. Village officials say they will make sure that the homeowners learn the date of the public hearing set by the county on this issue. The first order of business for the members of the Vil­ lage of Middleville council Oct. 8 was to encourage first-graders in Shelley Erb’s class to continue the tradi­ tion of keeping First and Third Streets clean. Erb and her class use part of their recess time through- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Students listen carefully during the Middleville Council meeting out the year to pick up trash along these two streets, which border the McFall Elementary School Campus. Village President Lon My­ ers told the group that if they fulfill their commit­ ment. the village will add their year to the sign posted near the school. The students toured the police department with Ser­ geant Tony Stein as part of their visit to the council meeting. The village granted permission to Thornapple Township Emergency Serv­ ices for a training facility to be installed temporarily at the Department of Public works site. This training fa­ cility is self supporting. One section on a trailer will be moved from location to lo­ cation. The rest look like ship­ ping containers, but have residential and commercial structures inside them that will help fire fighters be more prepared for real fires. The village approved a “month to month” agree­ ment with the township, pro­ viding liability insurance. A permanent home for the training facility will be de- COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 21, 2002, at 7.00 p m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia, so as to add Chapter XV-A thereto, which would be entitled ‘Open Space Preservation .' The proposed amendment is designed to comply with Public Act 177 of 2001 (‘Act 177“). Act 177 provides, in general terms, that zoned townships having a population of 1,800 or more and having undeveloped land zoned for residential development must adopt provisions in their zon­ ing ordinances that permit certain lands to be developed, at the option of the landowner, with the same number of dwellings, clustered onto no more than 50% of the land, as could be developed on the entire land area under existing zoning ordinances and laws Land to be developed under this clustenng option must satisfy four entena (1) the land must be zoned in a district permitting residential development, (2) the land must be zoned to permit devel­ opment at a density of 2 or fewer units per acre, if the land is not served by a public sewer sys­ tem. or 3 or fewer units per acre, if the land is served by a public sewer system. (3) the develop­ ment of the land cannot be dependent on the extension of public sanitary sewer or pubic water, unless non-clustered development would also require such extensions and (4) the clustenng option cannot have previously been exercised on the same land. The amending ordinance includes provisions specifying the application and review procedures an applicant must comply with to exerase the Act 177 clustenng option As part of this process an applicant must submit an Existing Zoning Plan demonstrating the number of dwelling units that could be developed on the land under existing laws, if the clustenng option were not exercised. The number of dwelling units shown on an Existing Zoning Plan is subject to Planning Commission review and reduction rf it is determined that this number of dwefhngs could not be developed under existing laws The amending ordinance includes provisions regulating the amount and use of the required open space m a development constructed pursuant to the clustering option The open space must remain in a perpetually undeveloped state by means of a conservation easement, plat deOcabon or restrictive covenant The amending ordinance also includes development requrements cover­ ing such matters as lot sizes, building envelopes, rmrwnum tot frontage, lot widths non-dwelling structures, sidewalks, grading, private streets and other matters Procedures are also provided tor the amendment of an approved site plan Other provisions govern such matters as perform­ ance guarantees and time limitations on development A copy of the amending ordinance is on file m toe Township office and may be reviewed by rterested persons during Township office hours Al interested persons may attend toe puttee hearing and comment on the proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to toe bme of toe puttee heamg Dated September 19. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION Op THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 301 Scot frosh move to 5-1 mark on grid iron The Caledonia Freshmen football team pushed their record to 5-1 against Kenowa Hills. It was a full team effort as eight different players scored touchdowns for the Fighting Scots, who gained a total of 337 yards on the night. Jeff Douma scored on a 59-yard run and Chad Bur­ rows scored on a 53-yard run. Daniel Spitzley hit Bryce Morrow with a 5-yard TD pass John Muuse, Thomas Spitzley, Daniel Spitzley, Shay Slaghter, and Bob Reed ail had touchdown runs for the Fighting Scots. Defensively the Scots al­ lowed a total of 138 yards and caused three fumbles. Caledonia was led by Dan Jennings with ten tackles, Muuse had eight. Robby Hamly had an interception. termined later. Village Manager Brian Gruesbeck gave the council an update on Stagecoach Park. Myers told the council that three residents have called who are interested in finding out more about the benches for the park Memorial benches cost $1,000, with the village picking up remaining costs and installing the benches. Myers said, ’There are only so many locations for benches available so they will be awarded on a ‘firstcome, first’served' basis. Non-residents of the village can purchase benches." The next Middleville Vil­ lage council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Oct. 22. in the village hall. The coun­ cil will be considering a per­ sonal property tax abatement request from Production So­ lutions. MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Meeting SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr. Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr. Lon Myers, Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs. Marilyn VandenBerg. Members absent: Mr. William Kenyon and Mr. Michael Lytle. Minutes of the September 10, 2002 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as writ­ ten. Mr. Clair Miller submitted the monthly Earth Tech report. ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated September 20, 2002 in the amount of $152,922.88 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr. Bray 2 Approved expenditure of $100 for Mr. Kenyon to attend a Housing Commission seminar in October on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Pullen 3. Approved a program allow­ ing donations for benches in Stagecoach Park on a motion made by Mrs Corson and sup­ ported by Mrs VandenBerg * ZOUWMaaX * 4 Agreed to proceed with preparing the resolution to peti­ tion the County Board for annex­ ation of properties on Arlington Court and Gavin Chevrolet on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5. Accepted the recommenda­ tion of the Planning Commission to amend the Sign Ordinance on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Pullen Roll call vote resulted In 5 Ayes with 2 members absent 6 Accepted the recommen­ dation of the Planning Commission regarding expan­ sion of Carveth Village on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs. VandenBerg 7 Approved the Drainage District Agreement for High Ridge Crossings on a motion made by Mr Pullen and support­ ed by Mrs VandenBerg 8 Adjourned the meeting at 8:02 pm. on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Pullen Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at toe Village Hall betwean the hours of 9:00 a m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (305) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Ptease be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission wilt hofd a public hearing on Tuesday, November 5, 2002, commencing at 7:00 p.m. in toe Village Offices, 100 E. Man Street, Middleville Mich The purpose of tots hearing is to consider a petition to rezone land at 418 South Broadway from the R-2 Single Family Residential Dtstnct to C-1 Central Business District (parcel identification •08-41-027-019-00) Any interested person may attend toe hearing to offer the Commission oral of written comments on the requested zoning dstnet change. The application may be examined dunng regular business hours at Village offices Eldon Newmyer, Chairman Village Planning Commission 304 �The Sun and News. Mtodteviile. Ml/October 15. 2002/Page 15 Wingeier takes over as Irving treasurer by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Irving Township resident Lynette Wingeier is already hard at work learning the ropes of the township treas­ urer’s position. She has taken over the job, succeed­ ing Kris Reigler. who re­ signed last month. Reigler said, “I have en­ joyed working with every­ one during this time. It has been very rewarding." Reigler is available to make sure the transition be­ tween the two treasurers is a smooth one. It was said that Reigler was responsible for bringing the township into the 21st century. Wingeier is receiving training and is preparing for both the winter taxes and the summer tax collection. In other business at this Paving preoccupies Yankee Springs board by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Bids to pave the parking area at the Yankee Springs Township Park, Township Hall and to expand parking al the fire barn occupied much of the time and atten­ tion of the Yankee Springs Township Board last Thurs­ day evening. Discussion centered on depth of asphalt. Almost $4,000 separated the high and low bids the township received, but not all were using the same depth. Trustee Mary Cook asked, “is deeper asphalt better?” After discussion, the board authorized award­ ing the lowest bid following calls from Supervisor Al McCrumb to each bidder asking for clarification. McCrumb said he would like to have the paving done by the election on Nov. 5. Paving also came up in a request by residents near Cobb l^ike for a special as­ sessment district so they could pave their as yet un­ named private road. A pub­ lic hearing on this $20,000 project is planned for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. The board also discussed a request by Thompson McCulley for release of its bond on a former gravel mining locations on Payne Lake Road. While property owners have approved of the reme­ dial efforts made by Thomp­ son McCulley, the board was reluctant to release the bond without an inspection insuring the company met the requirements of the ordi­ nance. Zoning administrator Ken Worsham will research the records and report back to the board. The board also tabled zoning ordinance changes proposed by the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission. This will give the board time to review them. The board upheld the de­ nial of a zoning change from C-2 to C-3 requested by Mike Batson for property at the corner of Lynn Drive and M-179. Batson had hoped to start a used car lot on the property. Cook encouraged Batson to return to the Planning Commission to ask for re­ vising the special use permit options allowed in the com­ mercial C-2 district. In other business, the board approved a rezoning See paving, page 16 month's Irving Township Board meeting. Lani Forbes. Freeport Village Council member and first responder with the Freeport Fire De­ partment. reported on Fun Days including the parade that welcomed a weather bug and lots of fire equip­ ment. She also brought some of the new turnout suits that were purchased for the fire department, which now has three new members. Township Supervisor Kathee Pearce explained the survey she is putting to­ gether for township resi­ dents. She will work with Tim Fish at Freeport Village to make sure that questions asked touch on both village and township concerns. Residents should receive the survey by the end of the month. Pearce also is work­ ing on a quarterly newsletter for residents. The next meeting of the Irving Township Board will be Wednesday, Nov. 9. Lani Forbes demon­ strates the new turnout gear for the Freeport Fire Department OV M/0 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Notice of Ordinance Adoption Please be advised the Village Council of Middleville on September 24, 2002. adopted an ordinance to amend Chapter 78. Article VII of the Village Code This ordinance amends sign regulations in the Village and includes language addressing purpose, authority, defini­ tions. permitted signs, prohibited signs, signs permitted In various zoning districts, sign standards, construction stan­ dards and enforcement This ordinance is effective on the date of publication of this notice A complete copy of this ordinance may be examined or obtained at Village Offices, 100 E. Main Street. Middleville, during regular business hours. Rhonda Fisk Village Clerk 307 Lynette Wingeier is congratulated by Irving Township supervisor Kathee Pearce on being selected as the new town­ ship treasurer. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 4. 2002, at 7:00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public heanng at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the appli­ cation of Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners to amend the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to rezone the foltowing described lands from the M-37 Business Park East PUD Planned Unit Development District and the A Agricultural District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners The lands are commonly described as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue and are legally oasenbed as follows Part of the Southwest 1/4, Section 8, Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan, described as BEGINNING at the South 1/4 comer of said Section 8 thence S88e51T9"W 45.25 feet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4; thence N00‘T0"5i’W 350.00 feet paralei with the East Line of said Southwest 1/4. thence S88°5119*W 635 95 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N26°50‘39'W 143 73 feet along said East tone; thence N87"48‘18*E 10.30 feet, thence N02°42-18*E 646 00 feer thence S88"1O'18*W 365.96 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence Northwesterly 1502.02 feet along said East line on a 43,155 48 toot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears N28°35’20*W 1501 85 feet thence S59*1608’W 2.51 feet along a jog m the R O W width of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N29*33'50*W 215 90 feet along the East tone of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37) thence S88 58'29"W 1791 39 feet along the North tone of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 to the Northwest comer of Cherrywood Estates (Kent County Condominium Subrtwston Plan No 455); thence S00H0*5TE 1318.97 feet along the West line of Cherrywood Estates thence N88®5454"E 100 00 feet along the South tone of Chenywood Estates; toence SOOnCSt*E 1318 87 feet along the East line of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 8 to toe place of begmng A copy of toe amending ordinance ts on Ne and may be examined at toe offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street, Catedorva Mcfvgan. dunng Townsrvp office hours Ail interested persons may attend the pubic hea^ ig and comment on toe proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to toe Townstap oftce. at toe above­ stated address cp to toe tome of toe pubic heanng CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 21, 2002, at 7:00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning proposed ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the proposed amending ordinances are the following 1 Home Based Business. Section 16.5 of the Zoning Ordinance would be amended so as to add a special land use for home based business The special land use would be available in the A District, the R-R District and the R-1 District, if approved by the Planning Commission after pub­ lic hearing and public notice. Section 2.2 of the Zoning Ordinance would be amended to define a home based business as an occupation of limited scope located on a parcel of land being used for residential purposes, operated by one or more residents of the dwelling on the properly and which does not qualify as a home occupation. The amending ordinance includes restrictions and limitations on a home based business including limitations on the area of the dwelling or acces­ sory building used in the business, prohibition on outdoor storage, prohibition on extenor changes in the property except for limited signage, requirements for adequate off street parking area, and prohibition on senous adverse effects on adfacent or nearby lands Other provisions include stan­ dards for determining whether a home based business shall be approved 2. Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District An amended Chapter XXVII would be added to the Zoning Ordinance, to amend m its entirety the Broadmoor/Cherry Valley Corridor Overlay District. The dtstnct indudes lands 660 feet in width on either side of the centerline of Highway M-37. from 60th Street to 100th Street The provisions in the Overlay Dtstnct would apply in addbon to those of the zone districts in which the lands are located The Overlay District includes provisions on location of dnveways. providing of utilities, landscaping, off-street parking and loading areas, lot coverage by buddings .signage: buffer areas, and provisions on building placement, the screening of services areas and other matters 3 Qff-Street Partong. Loading Areas and Access Reoufemenls Chapter XX of the Zoong Ordinance covering off street parking and loading, would be amended m its entirety The chap­ ter indudes provisions on required off-street partong, permissible reduction of parking areas, pro­ hibition on outdoor storage; screening of parking and loading areas method of calculation for required number of parking spaces; bghtrng of parking areas: and the minimum number of offstreet parking spaces required tor various land uses in ait zoned districts of the Township. Other provisions mdude requirements on the design and layout of parking areas width of parking spaces and driving lanes partong area surfaces and curbing, drainage and lighting and other pro­ visions pertaining to safe and convenient access to and use of off-street parking and loading Ail interested persons may attend toe public hearing and comment on toe proposed amending ordinances Written comments on toe amending ordinances may be submitted to the Township office, at toe above-stated address, up to toe time of the pubic heanng Dated October 4. 2002 Dated September 27, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 306 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 303 �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/October 15, 2002 Middleville citizens help beautify village Members of the Prairie Gard*cn Club, the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce Middleville Fo­ cus Group and community volunteers worked together last spring to add plantings to the “Welcome to Mid­ dleville” signs. This Saturday, Oct. 19. volunteers will begin plant­ ing bulbs at the signs and at Stagecoach Park in a con­ tinuing effort to beautify the village. Anyone with an hour to spare and a trowel is wel­ come to join this effort. Vil­ lage and Township Planner Geoff Moffatt says, “Meet in front of village hall at 10 a.m.” Waiting for the stagecoach This gazebo will be the home of the Middleville Vil­ lage stagecoach. Work is nearing completion on the park which will be dedicated this coming spring. Bulb planting at Stagecoach Park and Welcome to Middleville signs scheduled for this Saturday. Oct. 19. This is a good way to get a first look at Stage­ coach Park. Volunteers should bring garden gloves, trowels or bulb planters and muscle power. Planting will take place rain or shine. DRYWALL JACK Paving, continued from page 15------ and property split near Barlow Lake. The board heard from Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) Chief Mark Marentette that there is a possibility for a bulk purchase of fire hose and that representatives will be going down to inspect the new fire truck. There is a new telephone system in the township’s fu­ ture. This includes an addi­ tional line. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Board of Trustees will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. AA & AL-ANON The gazebo is waiting for its top as well LEAF BLOWER CHIPPER/ SHREDDER STUMP GRINDER LOG SPLITTER BUY 4 GALLONS OF PAINTSPRAYER1/2PRICE! Quality Paints. Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. 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If you have enough land, leave a brush pile out all winter, which makes excellent habitat for small patience of the neighbor animals and birds looking across the lot line. for shelter from the cold. For It is also, as noted, illegal leaves on larger lots, simply and could cost you 150 rake them in a pile and let bucks if we have to send out the earthworms and nature the fire truck to extinguish take care of business. While your putrid potpourri. Each it may take a few years and a fall, we get many calls at the couple shifting of the pile township office on this issue it makes decent, although and a considerable amount not nutrient rich, compost. of township and fire depart­ Smaller lots can benefit from ment time is spent literally a more technically advanced putting out fires. yet inexpensive composting system available at most So what's the solution to home stores or the Kent all this pollution? Some County Conservation have suggested a curbside District. pick-up program similar to 2) Follow the law. If you that currently provided to must bum. you need a per­ residents of the Village of mit. Call the fire department Caledonia. We are research­ at least 24 hours before the ing that for the future. permit is needed. There is no However, expanded services cost but we will use our dis­ can mean expanded costs cretion due to health and and expanded taxes. So we are looking in the interim at safety considerations in the following: granting permits. It’s our 1) Avoid burning. If you job. have a mulching mower, run FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Supervisor makes ‘burning confession’ To the editor: I have a confession to make: I broke a Caledonia Township ordinance. Granted, this was prior to becoming a elected official in this community - but I guess I should just come clean. 1 used to bum my leaves. There’s more. I used to bum my trash in a barrel out back. You see. even though I look like a Yuppie - I was raised Redneck. Half Yuppie half Redneck. You might say I am a pretty good represen­ tation of Caledonia as a whole. Lest I offend folks the more politically correct folks can insert the words “Young Professional” for Yuppie and “Rural Resident" for Redneck. But all that’s a digression from my confession of indiscre­ tion. 1 was a leaf and trash burner. Sure. I recycled most my trash (yuppie) but I also lived on over 10 acres with­ out neighbors nearby (red­ neck). I didn’t know I was doing anything “wrong." After all. growing up we burned weeds off the stream bank and fencerows in the spring and torched piles of leaves and brush each fall. However, ignorance of the law is not a valid defense. I was breaking the law. Given that we have more homes being built closer together, our township passed on ordi­ nance in 1995 (about the time of my indiscretion) that states, in part: -u- . -i m -i. “The burning of flamma­ ble waste material is permit­ ted with a burning permit issued at the discretion of the fire chief or designated per­ sonnel. No burning shall be occur prior to the issuance of the required permit.." Like most people in our community, I have fond memories of crisp fall days and the pleasant smell of leaves burning somewhere down the street. However, the times they are a chang­ ing. In some areas of our community lots are small, homes are closer together, or there are just more homes in proximity to each other. Burning leaves or trash in these conditions is no longer a sign of the season — it has become an intrusion that can irritate the already chal­ lenged lungs and throat of someone suffering from asthma or emphysema or the 3) Dump them on us. Finally. the Caledonia Township Board recently voted to create a community leaf drop-off site at the Campau-Kettle Lake water Treatment Plant located at the comer of McCords Avenue and 66th Street. The site will be available every weekend in October and the first weekend in November. The leaves will be spread out onsite and allowed to decompose to be later used as part of our community tree-planting program. As always, call me at 3188216 if you have any ques­ tions. Bryan Harrison. Caledonia Township Supervisor Caledonia FFA Farm Toy Show Saturday The eighth annual Farm Toy Show will take place at Caledonia High School Saturday, Oct. 19. The Caledonia FFA chap­ ter is again host for the annu­ al show. There will be numerous vendors in atten­ dance selling, trading and buying farm paraphernalia. The vendors will have farm toys, trucks, construction and race cars. Refreshments will be available in the concession stand run by the students and parents. The FFA again will raffle a toy tractor, attendance is not necessary to win. There also will be door prizes given away every 10 min­ utes. All money earned from the show will be used for district, regional and state leadership contests, as well as various other chapter events that take place during the year. Everyone is invited to attend. Adult admission is $2. kids 10 and under are admit­ ted free. Doors open at 9 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. Call Tony Ginage with any questions at (616) 8918542. “At Pennock, Professional Care is More Than a Promise. ” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Lani Forbes. “I visit Pennock quite often. Both as a mother of 3 active children and as a Medical First Responder for the Freeport Fire and Rescue Department. I see first hand the high quality, professional, life saving care that Dr. Poholski and Pennock’s emergency staff provide. 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Emergency Physician < > . ntofe”*0011' Pro«resllV( 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/October 15. 2002 Scots and TK just miss trip to State Finals By Brett Bremer Sports Editor Just one less three putt. Only a few more feet on that drive. Just a little less on that 9-iron shot. That’s what runs through your mind when you hear the news. Only by one stroke. That’s all that kept Cale­ donia from placing third at last Friday’s regional golf tournament at the Broad­ moor Country Club. After scores from the top Caledonia’s Loren Crandell watches his putt roll towards the cup dur­ ing regionals at Broad­ moor Country Club. (Photo by Brett Bremer) four golfers were tallied the Scots’ finished the day with a 319. The same total as Ea­ ton Rapids. So everything hung on the fifth score tie-breaker. Scots’ coach Gus Wagner told his team going in "‘all you can do is play, put up your score, and see if it holds.” Caledonia freshman Isaac Mulvihill, who’s suprising 81 helped secure second place for the Scots at the OK Gold Conference tourna­ ment on Monday Oct. 7, shot an 88. Eaton Rapid’s fifth man. Brian Blake, finished the day with a 84. giving Eaton Rapids third place and a berth in the State Finals. If any of the Scots ahead of Isaac Mulvihill could have shaved one shot off of their score Caledonia would be in that position. Caledonia was led by Isaac's brother Abe Mulvi­ hill who shot a 78 on the Scots’ home course. Loren Crandell shot a 79. Senior Matt Ziesemer shot an 80. and Chris Leatherman an 82. “I don’t feel like we lost one, two. or three.” said Wagner. “Other teams just played a little better and that’s what got us.” When asked later in the afternoon how his kids were taking if Wagner said, “Very The Trojans’ Josh Enyart lines up a putt on number 9 at Broadmoor during regional action. (Photo by Brett Bremer) hard. It was really tough. They played pretty well.” For nothing more than to satisfy curiosity, if the teams had been tied after the fifth score was used the teams would have gone into a playoff, with all five golfers from each team playing a single hole, then adding up the scores again. TK finished in much the same boat as the Scots. The Trojans finished the day with a 320. one shot be­ Why do all the work when we can do it for you? The Scots finish second in hind Eaton Rapids and Cale­ donia. the overall conference stand­ If any one of TK’s top ings to South Christian as four golfers had finished the well. day with one less stroke the Wagner said his team did Trojans would have been pretty well on the day. tied with Eaton Rapids even Abe Mulvihill led the after the extra fifth score Scots with a 78. Crandell was taken into account. shot an 80. Both earned TK was led by third place medals for top ten scores for finisher Chase VandenBerg. the day. and his 76. Brett Knight shot Isaac Mulvihill came in an 80 for the Trojans. The with an 81, which Wagner other scorers for TK were said he wasn’t counting on Tyler Wenger at 81, and to help push the Scots into Josh Enyart at 83. second. Bobby Roush’s shot an Ziesemer shot an 87 for 84, for the Trojans’ fifth the Scots fourth best score. best score. Both Crandell and Abe Battle Creek Harper Mulvihill were named to the Creek took home first place O-K Gold All-Conference on the day with a team score team. of 315. St. John’s was right Chris Leatherman and Zi­ behind them in second place esemer both earned honorwith a 316. Battle Creek Lakeview’s Derrick Sayers and Eaton Rapids’ Eric Crawford tied for the day’s lowest score, 72. TK had only two seniors The Thornapple Kellogg on this regional squad, Roush and Wenger. The freshmen football team had a long bus ride to Coopers­ Scots only one, Ziesemer. So the future looks bright, ville, and it took them a even if this season ended for while get the kinks out of both squads with some what their legs. Leading 21-14 at of a bitter taste. In action earlier last week, halftime, the Trojans scored at the O-K Gold conference five unanswered touch­ tournament at Cedar Chase downs on their way to an Golf Course in Cedar impressive 48-18 win and a Springs the Scots finished 5-1 record. Seven different players second behind league cham­ pion South Christian, 315- scored for TK. Quarterback Jason Blain threw touch­ 326. down passes of 15 yards to Mitchell Fisher and 33 yards to Isaac Thaler, as well as a two-point conversion pass to Justen Noffke. Blain also scored on a 12yard run. Tony Carpenter scored twice on runs of three and four yards. Ben Ybema, run­ ning well the* entire game, broke loose on his way to a 42-yard touchdown and also scored on a 15-yard run. able mention honors. This year's Trojan squad was made up of seven indi­ viduals that could be counted on to come in with a low round on any given night. In the O-K Blue five Tro­ jan golfers received all-con­ ference honors, and the Tro­ jans also had one honorable mention. Roush, Dan Burbank. VandenBerg. Enyart. and Knight were all selected to the all-conference first team. It is the first time that there are five players from the same team on the all-confer­ ence first team. 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Caledonia enters the girls’ Blue championship Thursday's Gold meet in this afternoon at Johnson sixth place among nine Park near Grandville. Coach teams. The Middleville girls set Tammy Benjamin’s Trojans have been on top in the Blue the table for continuing their since Hector was a pup and streak of league titles by after going undefeated in waxing Coopersville last league dual meets this sea­ Tuesday at their home son, they should outrun all course, 16-47. Junior Jessica Stortz comers. Caledonia also enters the placed first again with a girls’ O-K Gold Conference time of 19:38. Sophomores meet Thursday afternoon Natalie Hoag and Kaleigh undefeated in dual meets, Page followed in second and but coach Ellen Dykstra third with times of 20:04 Wilcox said she expects and 20:19. respectively. plenty of tough competition Freshman Chaney Robinson from Sparta and South finished fourth in 20:54. Christian. 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Nate Peck took second in 17:41 for Coopersville and Eric Boersma, Chris Shepard and Jeff Smith claimed fifth, sixth and seventh, but Alex Robinson was eighth and Mati Miller 11th to round out the winners’ scoring. The Caledonia girls last Wednesday defeated Hud­ sonville Unity Christian 1840 and Wayland 17-43 in an O-K Gold double dual meet at Sparta. Junior Tricia Micdema. as always, led the Fighting Scots by crossing the finish line first, in 20:25. Becca Busfield, in 21:20, and Brandi Victory, in 21:27, went two-three against Wayland. Stephanie Maxim was fifth in 21:30 and Kristine McClevc sixth in 21:37. Ka­ tie Ryan, usually the Scots’ second or third runner, was ill that day and unable to compete. Unity's Becca VanRegenmorler squeezed in second with a time of 20:64 and Wayland freshman Sarah Brewer slipped into fourth. The boys, however, did not have a good day against Unity and Wayland. Thev defeated Unity 19-38. but lost 26-29 to the Wildcats. The Scots grabbed five of the top six spots in the vic- . ... u... . .u . tory. but gave up_ the first, second and fourth places to Wayland. Pat Spitzley was first in the race against Unity in 17:57. Drew O'Malley was third in 18:20. Joe Favreau fourth in 18:30. Jon Hekman fifth and 18:46 and Pat O'Connor sixth in 19:00. About the close loss to Wayland. “It was just one of those days I guess.” coach .. J Russ n.Gerber .. said. “O'Mai ley and John Goebel were cramping up. Goebel fin­ ished sixth for us. He could have made a difference." Gerber still has hopes of moving up in the standings in the O-K Gold Thursday. “If we run like we did at Portage (Invitational Oct. 5). we'll do really well.” the coach said. r. S&S Farm Market and Greenhouse proudly presents... PUMPKIN WORLD 2002 st OPEN OCTOBER 1 - 31 /a. zx\ Pumpkin World hours are: MON.-FR1. 3:30 PM - 6 PM; SAT. 10 am to 5:30 pm; SUN. 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Josh Walter (6), and Steve Johnson , on the bot­ tom of the pile, stuff the Squires run. (Photo by Brett Bremer) dropping their first four con* hinted that the Trojans ference games to the top should have an easier time teams in the O-K Blue. the next few weeks TK The Trojans visit Rogers coach Tim Penfield did what next week, then host God­ any good coach would do. win in the season finale. He didn’t give in and say, “I Both Rogers and Godwin know. Thank goodness the struggled through the begin­ rough ones are over.” ning of the season, like the Penfield just talked about Trojans. All three teams are how tough the first part of currently 1-4 in the Blue. the season had been on his But after the game when Trojans, and asked for an Calvin Christian's coach update on an injured Squire. In the game last Friday night TK scored two second half touchdowns to come­ A RETIREMENT back after the Squires had taken a 20-14 lead in the INCOME FOR LIFE... third quarter. 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Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville Justin VanSpronsen’s punt return ends near midfield, but the Trojans would be pushed back by two penalties on the play. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK’s Darrin Tape gets ready to turn on the jets to get past the final few Calvin defenders on his way to a 72-yard touch­ down run. (Photo by Brett Bremer) control while on his back on the turf. Eldridge was the Trojans’ leading receiver. He had four catches for 80 yards. The next was a third-and15 at the Calvin 25. Baragar hit Ryan Adams to give TK a first-and-goal from the ten. The Trojans next third down play of the drive fell incomplete, but on fourthand-goal Baragar again hooked up with Adams for an eight-yard TD pass. Darrin Tape’s extra point putTK up 21-20. Baragar passes 17 times, completing nine for 125 yards. The Trojan defense forced a three-and-out on Calvin’s next drive. TK took over on their own 15. Gained a first down out to the 28. Then Darrin Tape took a pitch around the left side past his blockers, past the Calvin defense, 72 yards for another Trojan touchdown. Tape led the Trojans’ ground game carrying ten times for 107 yards. As a team the offense got the run­ ning game going. They rushed 52 times for 335 yards. Justin VanSpronsen inter­ ceptions ended two of the fi­ nal three Calvin Christian drives, including on the games final play. The Tro­ jans working on running out the clock, kneeled on fourth down, but left Calvin seven seconds for a desperation heave down field. The TK defense was led on the night by Adams, who had 11 tackles. Alec Belson had nine. The Trojan defense gave up 301 yards to the Squires, but intercepted four passes. Jordan Hartley had the Trojans’ other two intercep­ tions. both in the first half. The night didn’t start as well for the Trojans, but of course you’d rather be happy in the fourth quarter than in the first. 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The Squires made the most of it, driving 99 yards, finally scoring the games opening points on a short plunge by Charlie DeWitt from the 2-yard line. The Trojans responded in the second quarter. Loveless scored on a 6-yard run just a few plays after a 10-yard Squire punt gave TK the ball deep in Calvin territory. The ID cut the lead to 7-6. One of Hartley’s intercep­ tions led to the Trojans tak­ ing a 14-7 lead. Farris went in from eight yards out for a TD, and Tape scored the two-point conversion. Calvin then responded with a touchdown pass from Matt Brccker to Joel Kampstra. to tic the game at 14 going into halftime. The Scots turned the ball over four times in the game, three times in the first half. It was the third turnover of the half that really de­ stroyed the game for the Scots. Caledonia had a 7-6 lead late in the second quarter. With a good effort the Scots defense forced a three-andout after the offense's sec­ ond turnover of the game. But Wyoming Park was able to settle the ensuing punt on the Caledonia 1yard line. The Scots were able to move the ball out to the seven, but fumbled on third down giving Park the bail deep in Caledonia territory. Park quarterback Justin Vasquez was able to plunge in from 1-yard out, for his second TD of the game and a 12-7 Vikings’ lead. Caledonia responded on their opening possession of the second half, scoring on a 2-yard run by Angel Casti­ llo. The two-point conversion try for a three point lead failed, but the Scots still led 13-12. Park managed a 22-yard field goal later in the quarter to take a 15-12 lead that would hold up for the rest of the game. The Scots got close later, but a fourth-and-goal rush from the 1-yard line came up short. Burrill said the Caledonia sideline was wait­ ing for one of the officials to raise their hands following the play, but it never hap­ pened. Castillo's last second pass from the Park 24-yard line was intercepted, and the Scots had to walk off the field thinking about the one that got away. Burrill said that Castillo played his first game at QB for the Scots that was just about error free. He threw for 58 yards, rushed for 65, and scored the Scots’ go ahead TD in the second half. Castillo's two interceptions weren’t really bad plays by the Scot quarterback. One was on a third-and-long, the other the desperation pass at the end of the game. Everything would have been all right for the Scots if they could have just hung onto the football. The Scots out gained Wyoming Park 339 to 208. Caledonia rushed for 281 yards, led by Joe Kowalski’s 122. Kowalski also led the Scots in receiving yards. He only had one catch, but it was a big 35-yader on a third-and-long that kept the Scots first scoring drive alive. Kowalski finished that drive with a 7-yard TD run that put the Scots up 7-0. The Scot defense had a pretty good game. It held the high powered Wyoming Park offense to just 101 yards rushing and 107 pass­ ing. and only one real scor­ ing drive. Jim Haisma led the Cale­ donia defense with 14 tack­ les. Burrill said that corner back Tony Pike had an out­ standing game holding Park’s big receiver down, and Kowalski and Anthony Reed played a strong game at their safety positions. Senior captain Matt Paarlberg also had a good game said Burrill. Paarlberg had a fumble recovery at his de­ fensive tackle position. The Scots are 3-4 overall now, but still 3-2 in the O-K Gold. Five teams in the O-K Gold have 3-2 records in the conference, behind South Christian who is still unde­ feated in the league. Hast­ ings and Kenowa Hills are still on the bottom, each looking for their first win of the season. Caledonia's opponent this week is Cedar Springs. The Red Hawks have a 5-2 re­ cord overall. Burrill says that they are a team that scores points, and lets up points. “Hopefully we can keep them in the middle, 13 to 18 points.” Cedar fell last week fell to Gold leader South Christian 34-10 If the Caledonia offense can control the ball, and hold onto the ball, they’ll have a good chance at Cedar. Springs Friday at 7p.m. Soup suppers return Friday Crisp fall weather has re­ turned. and so have the soup suppers sponsored by the United Methodist Church of Middleville. The first supper on Friday evening. Oct. 18. will fea­ ture vegetable soup. The standby turkey noodle and chili fill out the menu, along with hot dogs, egg salad sandwiches and delightful and home made desserts. The cost is $5 per person with a $13 fee for entire families. Dinner is served from 5 to 7 p.m. The United Methodist Church of Middleville is lo­ cated at 111 Church St. in Middleville. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving 4518 Division Wayland. 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Ml/October 15. 2002 TK soccer preps for tourney runs 3-2 lead By Brett Bremer The Trojans' final at­ Sports Editor The TK boys’ varsity soc­ tempts came up short, in­ cer squad enter this week’s cluding a last second comer O-K Blue conference tour­ kick that went off the top of nament as the number one the Vicksburg goal’s cross seed after going through the bar. TK showed that they conference season unde­ could play with one of the feated. The Trojans added a top teams in their division in game to their schedule last the state, however. The Trojans' coach Todd week after they learned they McCrumb said that his team would have a bye in the first played hard. round of the tournament. Vicksburg came to Mid­ Sometimes, however it dleville last Thursday as the looked like the Trojans were number two rated team in the visiting team. Not re­ Division II and handed the membering what kind of a Trojans just their second bounce the ball gets on their loss of the season 3-2. field. That cost them dearly The Trojans fell behind 2- on Vicksburg’s final goal. 0 in the first half, but came Injuries left the Trojan storming back late in the forwards a little tired and the second half. defense a little confused The first TK goal came against Vicksburg. with 12 minutes left in the McCrumb said after the second half. Eric Smith set­ game that he thought maybe tled a long ball turned and the team the Trojans played chipped it past the Vicks­ on Tuesday Oct. 8, Forest burg defense. Kyle Holst Hills Northern, might have rushed past the Vicksburg D been more deserving of the to the ball, then blasted it ranking that was bestowed into the net, cutting the lead upon Vicksburg. in half. The Trojans earned a 2-1 The momentum stayed victory over the Huskies, but with the Trojans, who after McCrumb said that they trailing for most of the game were a very good passing seemed rejuvenated when and ball control team. How­ they saw how quickly they ever, Northern lacked that could strike back. final piece to put the bail Smith added the Trojans into the net. second goal just two min­ Smith assisted Holst on utes later after battling for a the first goal against North­ loose ball in the Vicksburg ern. but the Huskies came back to tic the game at one. goal mouth. TK had battled back to tic A penalty shot by Smith it at 2, but with seven min­ about five minutes into the utes left Vicksburg got a second half put TK up 2-1 pass over the TK defense against Northern, and TK and out raced TK goal was able to hold the slim keeper Casey Aubil to the lead for the remainder of the ball, and easily tapped the ball game. The two tough games last ball across the goal line for a week should be good prepa­ ration for the Trojans in their upcoming games. McCrumb said his team plays better in games than it practices any way. The Trojans will play three conference tournament games at home this week. The first was Monday against Cedar Springs. Ce­ dar Springs was the bottom team in the O-K Gold this season, and join the O-K Blue for its tournament to help fill out the field. Re­ gardless of the outcome the Trojans will host Godwin on Tuesday Oct. 15. After that the Trojans will host someone from the other side of the conference tour­ nament on Thursday Oct. 17. The Vicksburg game may have been more of a warm up for the Trojans first dis­ trict game than anything else. TK will open the dis­ trict tournament on Monday Oct. 21 against Lowell at 4:30. Lowell is currently ranked sixth in Division II. The winner of TK and Lowell \ -’It saving^ Purchase any C.H.I. residential garage door between September 23rd and October 31st and we will take down and remove your old door for no charge. $75.00 value. Antiques FALL FESTIVAL ANTI­ QUES SHOW & SALE: Oc­ tober 19th & 20th, 2002. 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The play is being directed by Steve Vander Ark, produced by Sherry Crawford, technical direc­ tion by Tom Kaechele, props by Brenda Vander Ark. makeup by Darlene Good and costumes by Amy Hooyer. As with all “Hobbit” sto­ ries thus far. there are a few scary scenes. A recommen­ dation for children 8 and up is being issued in view of the (scary) content. Cast members include Bilbo Baggins - Paul A. Brouwers. Sr.; Gandalf Trevor Lee; Thorin Oakenshield - Jack Botsford and Gollum Andrew Rush- Bilbo Baggins (Paul A. Brouwers, Sr ), front, Dwarf. Thorin Oakenshield (Jack Botsford), center, and the wizard Gandalf (Trevor Lee), ready themselves for bat­ tle as the great dragon roars. more. Other members will be performing multiple roles as well as helping with techni­ cal and special affects, props, etc. Specific part as­ signments for these mem­ bers include Tom - Amy Hooyer; William - Brenda Vander Ark; Bert - Mary Ann Heinen; elves - Chris Vander Ark, Ellery Alexan­ der and Kevin Willoughby; elf guards - Jennifer Knister and Emi Martinez; Arwen - Samantha Lee; Great Goblin - Keagan Rushmore; gob­ lins - all available cast members; Lord of the Ea­ gles - Mary Ann Heinen; Beorn - Brent Bivins; spi­ ders - Jennifer Knister, Chris Vander Ark, Ellery Alexander and Kevin Wil­ loughby; King of the Wood Elves - Emi Martinez; Laketown guards - Jonah Harig and Amy Hooyer; Laketown townspeople - all available cast members; Smaug - Alex Schut; Master of Esgaroth - Brenda Van­ der Ark and Bard - Brent Bivins. The show runs approxi­ mately an hour and 15 min­ utes. Reserved seat tickets are on sale now at the Cale­ donia Resource Center of­ fice. Admission is $3.50. General admission tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets may be purchased by phone with a Visa or Master Card. Bilbo Baggins (Paul A. Brouwers, Sr.) looks to tankard for solace, contemplating what he’s gotten self into as the wizard Gandalf looks on. For more information day through Friday at 891 about show times and dates, 8117. Visit the Caledonia Play as well as ticket ordering and information, call the Re­ ers website at www.calcdo< source Center office Mon­ niaplayers.org. What’s Better Than 0%? Pre-Owned 2002 Models from GM BUYERS. 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Tom Mathison with Tower Pinkster Titus and Bill Schoonveld with the construction management firm of Owen Ames Kimball presented a preliminary time line for construction. The first phase includes classroom additions and renovations al McFall and Page elementary schools. The two classrooms and renovations near the com­ puter lab at Ixc also are part of the first phase. Once this work is com­ pleted during the summer of 2003 it will provide enough classroom space for the stu­ dents who will be displaced. as the west wing of Lee is gutted and then renovated. The principals are still working out which classes from Lee will be held at ei­ ther Page or McFall since it will take more than one summer to complete. The first phase also will include additional classrooms at the high school, athletic fields and some infrastructure work. Board member Scott Kiel was adamant that if possible work should begin on the new varsity gym because of Tom Mathison (seated) and Bill Schoonveld discuss the phases of construction now that the bond levy has been passed in the Thomapple Kellogg school district. the need to provide more space for gym classes. Board member Marty Wenger told Kiel that the construction committee had looked at this issue care­ fully. It worked better for the gym with a new entry to the high school to be in the sec­ ond phase of construction. There was also the possibil­ ity that if similar savings on costs were made during this construction project, some additional funds would be available to upgrade some of the gym facilities. Schoonveld reminded the board that with the new ath­ letic field renovations and constructions, it may be im­ portant to stay off them for one season to allow the grass to become well estab­ lished. Mathison is confident that as the plans for the first phase are finalized, bid specifications could be ready by December with bid open­ ings in February and the first construction beginning in the spring. In other business assistant Superintendent Pat Koeze told the board that while stu dents have the day off from school, staff will be hard at work during the in-service training day. Carveth groundbreaking marks new era Carveth Village began the final step in the development of its Planned Unit De­ velopment with the ground breaking for rts 11 new independent Irving apartments The 8 one bedroom and 3 two bedroom units a^e expected to fill a need for resi­ dents of the area. The current assisted hving facility which opened 31/2 years ago is fully booked. Pictured from left are Kathy LaVictor from the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce. Ray and Cheryl Peters owners of Carveth Village Mi­ chael Perry and Ray Fix of Progressive Architects and Engineering and Dixie Sta­ de! Manshum of Barry County Economic Development The State of Michigan Department of Education re- See construction, page 6 Angel program described Betsy Saltka (left) and Diane Satterfield discussed the CHERUB (Comfortingly Healing Empty Arms) at the October GFWC-Gun Lake area women s club meeting. CHERUB provides flowers and angels to mothers who lose their babies before or immediately after birth Fire station future will be decided in April 2003 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During the October 14 meeting the Thornapple Township trustees agreed to set a millage election for the new fire station for April 2003. Township supervisor Don Boysen says, “It seems like it has taken a long time to get to this point in the process.” A citizens committee has been meeting for more than two years to discuss the need for a new facility, find a location and work with an architect on a plan for the building. The township recently fi­ nalized the purchase of property for the building near the river in the village. Work will begin with demo­ lition of the sawdust mill, removal of metal siding from the mill and use of the building as a fire training site and clean up of the property. Final date for the election and cost of the facility are still being decided. Before the election information will be available for voters. The fire service was also discussed during the meet­ ing. Part-time emergency services personnel are now part of the pension plan, me­ morial donations will be used to purchase an Ad­ vanced Life Support manne­ quin and the 1980 fire truck was sold to Don Thomas for the high bid of $1,551. Criticism of the new fire chief Mark Marentctte and the discharge of a 15 year veteran of the service, Don Clinton were also part of the meeting. Clinton had be discharged by Boysen on Sept. 19 for refusing to follow orders and threatening his supervi­ sor. Clinton has been a fire­ fighter and paramedic with Thornapple Township Emergency Services for 15 years. He was one of the ap­ plicant’s for the chief’s po­ sition. Clinton chose to discuss his appeal of his termination in open session. He asked that his firing be overturned, his benefits restored and back pay since Sept. 19. When the board did not act to overturn Boysen’s deci­ sion, Clinton left the meet­ ing saying, “I’d like to thank the township for 15 years." In other business planner Geoff Moffat reported that negotiations continue with Darryl Fenstcrmachcr over the operation of the asphalt plant now owned by his company, FENSCO. Moffat also asked the board to delay action on changes to the accessory building ordinance until af­ ter the lawsuit on accessory buildings is resolved. The board will hold a quarterly meeting on Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. in the township hall. The next regular meeting of the Thornapplc Township board of trustees is on Mon­ day, Nov. 11 al 7 p.m. In This Issue... • Longtime Caledonia schools employees recognized • Caledonia planners review, revise ordinances • Yankee Springs planners cancel hearing, wrestle with ordinance • Baby Bliss owner to stand trial on charge of stalking �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/October 22. 2002 Caledonia Fire Rescue open house ends week by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Fire Res­ cue Team ended National Fire Safety and Education Week (October 7-11) by in­ viting the public to an open house on Saturday. October 12. More than 200 children from the area brought their parents to meet the Fire Rescue members, see the en­ gines and honk a horn or two. Though the station has had an open house in previ ous years, this is the first year that they’ve been able to be extremely active in the schools during Fire Safety and Education Week Speaking of the all-out ef­ fort to educate school chil­ dren, “We’d like to have this every year.” said acting Fire Chief Brian Bennett. “We were able to cover more stu dents in the schools this year. If (the members) wer­ en’t able to cover each class, they at least were able to get fire safety info for each stu­ dent to take home.” Fire Rescue member, Ja­ son Robards, one of the co­ ordinators for this weeklong Community Blood Drive M' »'« through Grand Valley Blood Programs hosted by Alaska Baptist Church in Caledonia on Monday November 11, 2002 from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. M 5: u M M M U 0 Marissa Mason, third-grader at Dutton Elementary; Adam Pedersen, first-grader at Kettle Lake and Alyssa Gerloski. fourth-grader at Caledonia Elementary, along with Morgan Winters, all received gifts for their winning posters, event, along with Joe Ham­ mer (a fellow member), said. “As a department we came up with a plan for every kin­ dergarten to have someone in their class. We were able to make at least an appearance in grades 1-5. This year, without a doubt, was by far the best Fire Safety Week.” The firefighters also vis­ ited the preschools at Cale­ donia Resource Center. Students from all the ele­ mentary schools made a poster for Fire Safety Week, which were displayed throughout the halls of their schools. Caledonia Fire Res­ cue chose one winning poster from each school. Three of the four winners were present at the station last Saturday for the open house. Alyssa Gerloski, 9. a fourth-grader at Caledonia Elementary let everyone know that "Help is as easy as 911.” Marissa Mason, 8, a thirdgrader at Dutton Elementary wanted everyone to know that they should “Know two Two-year-old Caleb Waldmiller of Caledonia isn't quite big enough to fill this particular gear, but he can dream. sound a siren try on some equipment, climb up into a fire truck and shake some hands in a friendly, non­ threatening environment. “It gives us a g<x>d oppor­ tunity to meet the commu­ nity,” said Fire Rescue member Norm Buer. "The kids get to know us.” Caledonia High School November 14 & 15 at 7:30 pm November 16 at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm t L Performing Arts Center Ticket Prices: $5 (advanced sales) $6 (at the door) Box Office Hours 12- 6 pm or call 891-6207 Our thanks to our High Roller Sponsors: Kostume Room, State Bank of Caledonia, Hungry Howies & Caledonia Lumber ways out,” of their home in an emergency. With her depiction of someone crawling on steps, Morgan Winters, a secondgrader from Emmons Lake, showed how to be safe in smoke. “Crawl low in smoke.” Adam Pedersen, 6 1/2, a 1st grader at Kettle Lake Elementary, wrote about fire preparation with his theme of ‘Own a safety ladder. Be prepared.” Asked if he has a safety ladder at his own home, Pedersen, with his mom explained, “Yes. It’s pretty easy to get down. If we can’t get to my mom’s room, we go to mine. From my mom’s room we land on the deck. From my room we land on the ground.” According to Adam’s mom. Ann. the Pedersons are planning to get additional ladders for their home. Each poster contest win­ ner was awarded with a $50 savings bond from State Bank of Caledonia, a $25 savings bond from Fifth Third Bank, a gift certificate from Studio Salon of Cale­ donia and 40 free slushes or soft drinks from the Amoco gas station. The class of the winners also will be pre­ sented with a pizza party from Hungry Howie’s Pizza at a later date. Plans arc already in the works for next years Fire Safety Week. Fire Safety and Education week is designed to educate students in the ways that they can prevent fires as well as be safe in the event that one should occur. The fire safety open house gives kids the chance to Saturday, October 26 • 5-7 p.m. atBowne Center United Methodist Hall j] Comer Alden Nash Ave. (M SO) and 84th St. Alto Adults S7.00 Children 6 12 S3.SO [■■ Morgan Winters, sec­ ond-grader at Emmons Lake, wasn't able to at­ tend the open house, but she did know about fire safety. Her poster tells everyone to “Crawl low in smoke." �The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/October 22. 2002/Page 3 MitklMlle man is new Leadership Barry County director County residents for 15 by Elaine Gilbert years. They moved to Assistant Editor Nancy Goodin of Mid­ Michigan in 1983 and lived dleville is the new director near the Cascade area before of Leadership Barry County, moving here. The two met at a program designed for all the Art Institute of Pitts­ ages to enhance their leader­ burgh where she earned a ship skills for personal degree in visual communica­ growth, organizational im­ tions. As a child, Nancy Goodin provement and increased lived in many different community effectiveness. Goodin personifies the places, including other parts word leadership, recently co-chairing a successful ef­ “To me, a true fort to start a Big leader looks for Brothers/Big Sisters pro­ and provides gram in the county. She’s enthused about her opportunities for new role with Leadership others to contribute Barry County and is busy in meaningful promoting enrollment in the program. ways." “I’m excited. I think it’s going to be fun.” Goodin - Nancy Goodwin said. She succeeds Kathy LaVictor who left the lead­ ership program after two of the world, because her fa­ years to become the execu­ ther had a career with the tive director of the Barry U.S. Navy. Afterwards, her County Area Chamber of family settled in Johnstown. Pennsylvania where her par­ Commerce. Goodin and her husband, ents were from originally. Nancy Goodin has most John, who is employed at Steelcase, have been Barry recently has been employed Nancy Goodin as a customer service repre­ sentative at State Bank of Caledonia and as a self-em­ ployed art consultant. The Goodins have two children, a daughter in college and a son who is a high school senior. She continues to serve on the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. During her past seven years on the board, Goodin served two years as vice president, three years as secretary and worked with the Construc­ tion Team Committee, Cur­ riculum Council, and special projects. For instance, she was part Dr. Eric Hannapel and his that children who wear of the Reclaimed Spirit pro­ braces avoid eating the fol ­ team of Caledonia plan to ject to commemorate the old promote healthy smiles this lowing sticky, gooey foods Thornapple Kellogg School candies: caramel. building that was recently Halloween by buying back and Starburst, Skittles, Tootsie torn down. candy from children. ‘‘Halloween candy can Rolls, taffy, Laffy Taffy, “It was very rewarding to contribute to tooth decay and popcorn, Gummy Bears, work with community mem­ even damage orthodontic gum, peanuts, licorice and bers to make a special com­ patient’s braces,” Dr. chewing on ice. memoration of that time pe­ Hannapel notes the days riod in Middleville history,” Hannapel said. immediately following Hannapel is giving five Goodin said. tokens for each pound of Halloween are usually an She has represented the Halloween candy his orthodontist’s busiest time TK School District on the patients surrender in his for emergency calls. He Barry Community Resource office (up to five pounds Lopes the candy buy-back Network (BCRN) for sev­ total). His tokens are used to program will cut down on eral years before recently re­ buy a variety of prizes or orthodontic emergencies as signing. well as damage to the teeth. gift certificates. “I thoroughly enjoyed it. Dr. Hannapel’s office will It helped me establish rela­ “When we buy back candy accept patient's Halloween from our orthodontic pat­ tionships in the Hastings ients, we help them to avoid candy at the weigh-in, from area,” she noted. the potential for harming 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, With the BCRN, she and their braces or teeth. It’s a Nov. 5, 2002 at Dr. Tom Mohler co-chaired the fun way to reward the kids Hannapel’s office al 9041 Steering Committee to bring for their efforts on North Rodgers Court in Big Brothers/Big Sisters Caledonia. Halloween,” he said. into Barry County. Hannapel recommends She said that committee did a community needs as­ sessment. a feasibility study, fundraising and finding matching funds “along with help from many great county organizations and Caledonia community members. We Arts and Crafts Bazaar just recently hired a senior casewof|£r (for Big Broth­ Caledonia High School ers Big listers) so that’s done That was a very suc­ Saturday, November 2, 2002 cessful effort - all led 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. through Barn Community Resource Network.” Free Admission Goodin also currently |crves on the Board of Di­ Free Parking rectors for the Court Ap­ Raffle pointed Special Advocate Lunch Served (CASA) program and has Served as its board secretary 11:30-2:00 lor a number of years. “I thoroughly enjoy the COME ENJOY THE DAY! J effort the board puts into providing for children who are in the court system who need representation and a voice.” she said. Caledonia orthodontist to buy back Halloween candy Community involvement has “given me the realiza­ tion that one person can make a difference in Barry county, and that working to­ gether with a group of peo­ ple can really make wonder­ ful things happen. “I’m respectful of what Leadership Barry County has accomplished in the past and I’ll lean heavily, espe­ cially in this first year, on what has been done in the past as I learn and grow into this,” Goodin said. She'll also be implement­ ing her own personal phi­ losophy of what leadership is about. “To me, a true leader looks for and provides op­ portunities for others to con­ tribute in meaningful ways,” Goodin said. Though she has previ­ ously participated in other leadership training, she said she has never attended the Leadership Barry County program and is looking for­ ward to enrolling as a par­ ticipant as well as facilitat­ ing the 2003 sessions, which begin at the end of January. In the meantime, she praises the excellent records that have been kept about Middleville/Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, M-37 (269) 795-3305 That mix helps to reach previous leadership classes, which began in 1990. and the programs objectives: • To understand shared plans to study participants' past evaluations of the pro­ leadership and leadership gram to help her determine styles. • To gain know ledge and future goals. Finalizing plans for a few of the speak­ understanding of the com­ ers for the upcoming class munity. • To know how to affect session is one of her imme­ public policy. diate goals. • To understand how to The Leadership Barry County program offers a function in changing organi­ blend of workshops, home zations. • To comprehend political assignments and travel expe­ and financial structures of riences under the guidance of a variety of resource peo­ Continued next page ple. _ sited v leusnve OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY 7^ Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to PM’i Putt) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Miller MILLER MEANS HEAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS, Am»k Broker & Sales MJiuirr i 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GRl 795-4470 Al Kulikauskas 838-7282 Mike Humphreys, CRS. GRl Looking For A Home? 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State St (269) 945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Mtddievtile MlOctober 22. 2002 From previous page the community. “Traveling seminars sup­ plement the workshop pro­ grams and provide first-hand observations of different or similar community and po­ litical situations,” according to promotional literature about the program. “In a practical way, the programs explore knowl­ edge that relates to under­ standing how social, eco­ nomic and political systems function. Community lead­ ers and citizens use these systems to deal with issues and problems.” Participants in the program will learn how to use those systems to make meaningful contribu­ tions to the community. The first session of the Leadership program is an overnight event, “like a leadership camp,” at “the beautiful” Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, she said. The 5 p.m. Friday. Jan. 31 through 5 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 1 retreat focuses on “What is your leadership style?” The next sessions are set for 4-9 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 11 with a topic of conflict resolution: 4-9 p.m. Thurs­ day, Feb. 27. structure and financing local government: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday. March 11. focus on Barry County: 4-9 p.m. Thursday. March 27. conducting effec­ tive meetings/facilitation: 8 am.-5p.m. Wednesday. April 16. a trip to Lansing to explore state issues: and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. April 26. National Issues Commu­ nications and graduation from the program. As part of the program, participants are also required to complete five hours of volunteer service, doing something they would not normally do. Volunteer op­ portunities will be discussed during group sessions, and participants may work on a group project or pursue an individual one. Past group projects have included the creation of the Barry Com­ munity Resource Network, laying the foundation for a historic cabin at Charlton Park and painting a “day room” at Thom apple Manor. Leadership Barry County is a partnership with Michi­ gan State University Coop­ erative Extension-Barry County. Kellogg Commu­ nity College-Fehsenfeld Center. Barry Community Foundation. Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Willard G. Pierce & Jesse M. Pierce Foundaton Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. The program costs $275 per participant and includes all workshop materials, travel expenses, overnight lodging, meals and resource people. Partial scholarships and payment plans are avail­ able. The program is limited to 30 participants. Dec. 6. is the deadline to register. For additional informa­ tion about Leadership Barry County, call Nancy Goodin at the Chamber office. 269945-2454. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homo LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Morning Worship..................................... 9:30 am Fellowship Time . ... 10 35 a m Sunday School 10:50 a m Evening Praise............................................ 6:00 pm. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m. Bruce N. M<-wart, Senior PaMor rim A. Vine. Ass»L Pastor Youth DourUs G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles t 0 II II lil I I l a place to belong CHURCH a place to become (nontraditional, informal) Sunday Morning WorsNp 9 30 & 11 DO am. Youth Ministry . . 8914576 Now meeting In our new building at II7$ Broadmoor1 Rev. Mu hurl Stowell. lead Pastor Joe &pcn. Worship leader Denny Bouma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 -0287 ______ Visit our web site www brightside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH “A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th Sl CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9 45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service. 11 00 a m Sunday Evening Service......................... 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Prayer 6.45 p.m Word of Life Clubs . 6:45 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship......................................... 9:30 a m. Sunday School...........................11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 .......... 8 30 a m. 9 45 a m 1030 a m . 11.DO am Res Norman Kohns (616) 891-8167 Church Office 616-891-8669 i Fax 891-8648 ssuu calcdoruaunK orc 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Cljc ®lt) ®imc jfktljolHgt CCburcT) e 5590 Whitneyvilte Ave . S.E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL.10:00 am. Morning Worship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Ballard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville Rd A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev P Adams Pfow 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities dunng all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peaccchurch.ee Ctm/sui fan fanti/iy ffau Seunce Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday A Place for Faraii A Friends 6201 Whnnovilc Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 36 am Sunday School for AU Ages 10:45 ani Evening Worship 6:00 p m Pailor Roger Bullman • Church Office 868-0391 WWW LaLcMdecommurut) org Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 1 IDO am Wednesday J Family Night 5:45-800 pm Pastor Paul M Hiliman Youth Pastor Dand Lnkyxi 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caiedonu 616-6984001 redetmermtsen net »"** redeemer,uvenant urg ALASKA CONGREGATION 814b 68tn St near WhdneyvRe Ave 9 45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 1050 a m Monung Worship 11 DO am Wed MK^ship 7 30 p m Pastor EG. Fnzzeii Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor 's Ph 616-897-67*, Sunday Morrang Wcrdup AJO a* Tradxutui Sundav School for Al Agrv Sundav Evenrag Service FW Fnrndv hr N-fkxi-xb Prater .Ureung ■ Vedaoiat 1115*je Conteraporary 10-00 am 6:30 pm A30pm A30 pm x« TOTMFM) Turnt • Vjoax test* hraor 8914G28 • emad IrtghtonBtsen net 150 131st Ave . Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (noribtivsl if Gun luhel Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a m 9:30 a m Mass at St Therese Church m Wayland while renovations are being made _______________ 792-2889____________ Preaching the Living Word Serving lhe Risen Lord Sunday School.........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 am Parmelee Momng Woahp Mtddevie Marring Wonhp Sunday School (Adults) Nursery • Grode 5 Sr - Sun Evening Jr High • Grades 64. Wed Evenrg 1100 a m 9 45 a m 1100 o m 600400pm. 600-7 30pm Ret Lee Zachman Chach Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFAREK. COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our button office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site www wq,Jarer(.c.!jrg WHITNEYVILLE Community o| Christ Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 1-tlnd Avenue SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Currently meeting at: CHURC H Wayland. Ml 49348 . 795-7903 Lakeside Community Cnurc* Office 591-86W THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC11 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Worship Hours: 900 am and 1030 in Sunday School 9:45 AM www iserv.net ~stpaul Services at 930 a m. and 6 p.m. Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs (Missouri Sgnod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia ________ 1 mile west of M- 37 Traditional Service 8 30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: + St Paul Lutheran Church All Services have a Nurserv) Available • Ramer Free YOU ARE INVITED 10 AM Sunday Morning 250 \ ine St I Ml M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Worship Sunday School Coffee Fellowship Worship with Jr Church (Nursery available thi Highout • 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH d CALEDONIA C ~ UNITED METHODIST October 27th: "Expecting God's Miracle" MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. In Ining) Sunday Service Timei 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer • Holy Corcvrvraon 2nd Sunday > 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer ptKMHi 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rov. David t Hustwich ncixci 8546 WNtner^ie Ave at 84m Sr • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord " Meeting at Caledonia High School Scnda/ School 930 am Sunaoy Momrg Wonno 1030 am Mee*g ar cracer or WNtnef/Hie Are Su*<aa/ E veang Worsnp 6 00 p.m Wed Mdweeir ^aye<' 8 8c*e Study .7 00 p m. 5ev vcmas 9uys. Pastor • fiev tor. Bashor. Assoc Pastor Aeoete wntreyveeoae og �The Sun and News. Middleville. M (/October 22. 2002/Page 5 Cancer workshop scheduled at Middleville Christian Reformed The dining area at the United Methodist Church in Middleville was filled with residents who are 80 years old or older and their families and friends Lunch celebrates friendship, and lives of those 80 & over The Middleville Christian Reformed Church is having a second series of work­ shops beginning on Thurs­ day. Oct. 24. Cancer expert Dr. James Borst will lead a discussion on cancer. Many people have trouble getting their questions an­ swered because their doctors are so busy. Borst has planned a seminar with an open format. He will first discuss w hat cancer actually is and then answer audience questions. The Reverend Tom DeVries welcomes anyone with questions to attend the free workshop sessions on Thursday. Oct. 24. and Thursday. Oct. 31. Work­ shops begin at 7:30 p.m. and last about one hour. DeVries says this is part of his church’s focus on the Mid­ dleville community. Borst was a pioneer can­ cer doctor in western Michi­ gan and was the only the second doctor in Grand Rap­ ids to dedicate his entire practice to cancer treatment and research. For 16 years Borst was the principal in­ vestigator in the Grand Rap­ ids Community Clinic On­ cology program. He recently retired after 30 years in medicine. Refreshments will be served. There will be time following the workshop for participants to ask Dr. Borst questions. Leighton Church to change service schedule Nov. 3 Leighton Church will uled times, which are 8:30 change morning worship a.m.. worship (traditional times Sunday. Nov. 3. to style); 10 a.m.. Sunday accommodate its annual school for all ages; and 11:15 a.m„ worship (con­ church conference. Worship times will be 9 temporary style). Leighton Church is locat­ a.m., Sunday school for all ages; 10 a.m.. worship; ed on the comer of 142nd 11:30 a.m.. annual church Avenue and 2nd Street conference; and 12:15 p.m., (same as East Pans) between Middleville and Dorr. Call potluck dinner. On Sunday, Nov. 10. the the church office at (616) church’s worship will 891-8028. resume to the regular sched­ CARD SHOP Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Good conversation was as important as delicious food by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Tuesday. October 8 the “golden age committee” of the United Methodist Church of Middleville cele­ brated the lives of those in the community who have been around for more than 80 years. With the help of a cook­ ing and serving crew Brenda Jenkins (golden) and Lois Bremer (the age) served a New England boiled dinner to more than 45 guests and their friends and relatives. It should be noted that Bremer is the one who defined the committee in those words. Jenkins also vowed to serve on the committee until she was 80. The luncheon conversa­ tion was about friends, news of the community, concern for those not able to attend because of age or infirmity, gardens, grandchildren and all those everyday com­ ments. Bremer had those who are older than 90 recognized to applause and laughter. Carveth village residents took up two tables. Some of the guests had lived in the community, oth­ ers are new residents who began their lives elsewhere but have come to the Mid­ dleville area. Following lunch, the Mu­ sical Steinens gave an inspi­ rational mini concert filled with laughter and familiar melodies. Lee and Mary Steinen enjoyed sharing their experiences and jokes with a very appreciative audience. It may have been the good food, including homemade pie for dessert, or the con­ versation but some of the guests said that this was an event they were glad not to have missed. movie ouTPorr VIMO roraUTOM Glen Valley Retail Center • M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekdey 10 am to 11 pm & Midnight on Friday & Saturday ...One Movie or Game Rental ...One Microwave Popcorn ...One 2-Liter Coke Product Halloween Cards, Candy • Decorations, Candles and lots more! /^Rainbow’s End^ «' Yarn. Craft & Variety 9343 Ckmy Why Aw (M-37) ‘k GMom VUUp C 891-1106 --- 'Wfntneptille $itiln| (Cfjurcfj Missions Conference October 20 - 27 CuLituvtty fPeople Swajituf an ...t/i/d alt tutpoMing, pome* ia fwm (fed...” 2 4:7. Sunday, October 27 Guest Speaker: Tom Randall, Urban Vision, Inc., Grand Rapids at Caledonia High School Cafeteria 9:30 am Sunday School * 10:30 am Worship Service Evening Service Guest Speaker: Dr. Timothy Conklin, Vice President of Grand Bible College Evening Service at Whitneyville Bible Church 8546 Whitneyville Ave.... 6:00 p.m. �Page 6/7 he Sun and News Middleville M. October 22 2002 Cake auction a success for Boy Scouts Celebrate Reading begins Nov. 2, volunteers needed by Patricia Johns * Staff Writer The Celebrate Reading program begins on Saturday, Nov. 2. This program is for students in Kindergarten through third grade and helps students improve their reading skills by having lots of fun. The program this year will be only 9 Saturdays long which may make it possible for students to par­ ticipate in other Saturday ac­ tivities and still explore reading fun. and a writing and craft activ­ ity. While teachers and staff work at this program adult volunteers are needed. Training for volunteers has been provided in the past. The more parents and other adults who volunteer, the easier it is to provide indi­ vidual and small group help. It is fun for the adults as well and really good coffee awaits them during the break. Sitting and listening to a child read a beloved book or being asked to read with a child are the rewards of vol­ unteering for this program. This is not a testing situation but a time to share the love of language. The PTO purchases books for students who attend 4 and 8 days out of the 9 week session. Those students who attend at least 6 of the ses­ sions will be invited to an overnight session prior to the final Saturday program. Parents need to transport their children to McFall for Reading Celebration. Forms for Celebrate read­ ing program are available at McFall and Lee elementary schools. There is room on the form for adults to sign up to volunteer as well. For more information about the Reading Celebra­ tion program call Rich at 795-3637. Session 1 will be held on Saturdays. Nov. 2. 9. 16 and 23. Session 2 begins on Feb­ ruary 1 and continues on Saturdays until the conclu­ sion on March 1. It is held from 9:30 a.m. until noon. It begins with all students in the McFall Library for opening songs and a story. Then the group rotates through three different ac­ tivities. In the past these have included independent reading with adult volun­ teers. work in the computer lab and a music exploration f ffiuTs ' Konsignment * Halloween Costumes £• V ? * Infant's * Children's ”'e * Women's * Men's * Plus Sizes (large selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Shoes * Evening (towns * Hand ('rafted Jewelry CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA.' I 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (right on m-37) 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 i j 4Wed Tues ThufS 4Fn ’Mpm,S« J| Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. Camivils prices indude virtuilly everything - fabulous meals.Vegas-style shows, fnenefty casi­ Middleville area Cub Scouts had their cake knives out following the annual cake auction. Boys and their adult assis­ tants created decorated cakes. There was a patriotic kite, several camp scenes, a jack o’ lantern. Frankenstein with wonderful green icing, and even a cake with a tank on it. Members of the Mid­ dleville Lions Club had to select the winners in each category, a task made more difficult by the variety on display. In addition to this fund­ raiser. the Cub Scouts are in the midst of their annual popcorn sale. The imagination of the Cub Scout cake creators knew no bound? TK grad elected to Hope Student Congress Hillary Stone, a Hope College senior from Middle­ ville, has been elected to serve as a dorm representa­ tive in the college’s Student Congress. Stone is representing oncampus apartment complex- es. She has also been named to the dean’s list while at Hope. Stone is the daughter of Alan and Jamie Bowman of Middleville. She is a 1999 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. Student Congress is the main body of student gov­ ernment on Hope’s campus. Students are elected to rep resent resident hall units and off-campus students. Fol­ lowing their election to Congress, members are appointed to the various boards and committees. TK SECONDARY Construction, from pg. 1 LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Oct. 23 Breakfast for lunch. French Tst. Sticks w/sausage patty or chicken salad rollup, potato rounds, juice box. Thursday, Oct. 24 Salisbury steak w/mashed potato or hamburg on a bun, broccoli w/cheese, pineap­ ple, milk. Friday, Oct. 25 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, seasoned green beans, fresh apple, milk. Monday, Oct. 28 Chicken sandwich dix. on a bun or bologna and ch. on a bun, tossed salad, warm apple slices, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Macaroni and cheese w/breadstick or hot dog on a bun, com, mixed fruit, milk. quires that schools schedule students, now close to 30 in in-service training. At Thor­ the district, for whom Eng­ napple Kellogg, teachers lish is not their first lan­ from the middle school will guage. be going on site visits to The board also recognized other districts looking at parents Mike Schipper and programs, high school Doug Ybema for their tire­ teachers will be learning less work leading the effort ways to teach higher level to pass the bond issue. thinking and problem solv­ ing skills, and elementary teachers will be exploring better ways to teach reading and writing among other work. A new program for adults Friday, Oct. 25th needing to learn English as a Saturday, Oct. 26th second language will begin From 10 am ■ 4 pm through community educa­ mg at 321 Stadium Ortve tion under Chris Boysen. 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McGhee’s residence after a courageous battle with cancer for the past sev­ eral years. I^eona was bom June 30, 1906. in Middleville. Ml. the eldest daughter of Sylvester and Fannie VanHorn. She grew up on the family farm at the junction of the Thomapple and Coldwater Rivers and was a life-long resident of the Middleville area, living close to her daughter. Betty, and extend ed family. For the last three years, she resided with her sons. Gary near Interlochen and Asher of Temple. She was employed at Globe Knitting Works in Grand Rapids and Bradford White in Middleville for 26 1/2 years and belonged to the UAW #1002. She worked very hard in the family-operated saw mill and also thrashing grains for Middleville area fanners. She enjoyed crocheting, garage saled. sporting events, and shopping. Her love of nature was seen through being an avid hunter and trapper in addition to bird watching. She treasured her lime spent with her two sons fishing. Leona was a member of the Baptist Church in Middleville. She is survived by two sons. Asher (Janie) McGhee of Harrison, Gary (Suzanne) McGhee of Grawn; one daughter. Betty (Charles) Hora of Paris; step-daugh ter. Alberta (Hoyd) Allen of East Palestine. OH; sister. Louise Bassett of Hastings; brother. Sylvester Jr. Van­ Horn Jr. of California; 10 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Sylvester and Fannie VanHorn; daughter. Lois Popps; sister. Katherine Cisler. brother. Amos Van Hom. Funeral services were held Friday. Oct. 18. 2002 at I p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. MSP Chaplain Mark Vaporis offi­ ciated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. Memorials may be direct­ ed to Munson Medical Center's Hospice Program. Traverse City. MI or a char­ ity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Laura M. Bennett MIDDLEVILLE Uura M. Bennett, of Middleville, only child of Clifford and Alice (DuBois) Freshney. courageously succumbed Wednesday. Oct. 16 to Bronchioloalveolar Carcin­ oma in the 72nd year of her life. The kind and caring mother of a devoted family. Laura’s loss is deeply mourned by her husband, Gordon, of 54 years, their children Alison and James Weems. Candace Bennett. Todd Bennett and Stacey and Clarence Grimm; granddaughter, Courtney and her husband, Brian Appel and grandson, Britton Weems; thoughtful and sup­ portive in-laws Gary and Audrey Bennett and Ralph and Mary Ann Bower; sev­ eral nieces. nephews. cousins and many friends. As receptionist at the Bradford-White Corpora­ tion for more than 30 years. Laura's cheerful and upbeat personality won for her the endearing and everlasting friendship of both her many Catherine A. Cisler-----------------MIDDLEVILLE - Cath­ erine Anna Cisler. age 78, of Middleville, passed away Saturday. Oct. 19. 2002. Kate was bom Catherine Anna Reaser in Battle Creek. Ml the daughter of Harry and Ethel (Lawrence) Reaser. She was raised in Hast­ ings by Maunce and Martha (Lawrence) Greenman. Kate attended business school in Lansing. She was a loving, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great -grandmother. Kate is survived by her husband of 53 years Edward Cisler of Middleville, daughters. Sharon Regan of Way land, Helen Bender and Ruth 0. Main MIDDLEVILLE Mrs Ruth O. Main, age 81. of Middleville, passed awav Sunday. Oct. 20, 2002. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Gerald Norris of Delton; sons. Ed Jr. and Michele of Middleville and John of Lansing. She is survived by four sisters. Joyce (George) Martz of Hastings, Lyla (Floyd) Bloss of Las Vegas. Nevada. Phyllis (Don) Bridenstine of Augusta, MI. Pat Fuhr of Hastings; brothers. Charles (Louise) Reaser of Hastings. Harry (Bemadine) Reaser of Middleville. Ro­ bert (Shirley) Reaser of Hastings, and Ralph (Janet) Reaser of Hastings; 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren; broth­ ers and sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews Funeral services will be held Tuesday. Oct 22. 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville, with the Rev. Clayton Smith officiating. Bunal will be at the Mt. Hope Cemetery. Middleville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the West Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. co-workers and hundreds of vendors who came to recog­ nize her loyalty, helpfulness and beautiful telephone voice. In 1978 Laura compas­ sionately gifted her remains to the University of Mich­ igan Medical School at Ann Arbor for research and the training of society’s future doctors and surgeons. Friends are invited to join Laura’s family in a celebra­ tion of her life at a memori­ al service at 2 p.m. Sunday. Oct. 27 in the Greenery Room of Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. For those wishing to make a floral tribute, Laura’s fam­ ily suggests that a contribu­ tion made to the American Cancer Society in Laura’s name can give each donor the gratification of being a part of the ultimate victory over this hideous destroyer of life. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. GUN LAKE - Charles B. (Chuck) Jones, age 69. of Gun Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Friday. Oct. 18. 2002. He was bom Nov. 19. 1932 in Kentucky and grew up in Hastings. Ml. He graduated from Sexton High School m 1950. He enlisted in the US Air Force and was discharged from the Reserves in 1958. He was employed at Hager-Fox for many years prior to moving to the Gun Lake area where he owned and operated the Yankee Springs Hardware for many years. He was also in sales for 29 years and the last 17 years was with Stihl Distributors. Chuck enjoyed his grand­ children, spending time with family and friends, golf, snowmobiling. winters in Florida and helping whoever needed him. He was preceded in death by his daughter. Cynthia Ann in I960. Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years. Dorothy; three sons. Rick (Tracy)of Grand Rapids. Scott (Jeannie) of Marathon. Florida and Craig (Cindy) of Byron Center; grandchil­ dren. Paul. Joel. Lindsay. Matthew. Coty. Erin and Brandy; one sister. Juanita Sue (Paul) Spears of Arkansas; mother-in-law. Julia Fell of Middleville; sister-in-law. Shirley Howard of Gun Lake; for­ mer daughter-in-law. Paula Jones; nephews, niece and many friends. Visitation will be Tuesday. Oct. 22. 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday. Oct. 23. 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Pastor Ray Townsend offici­ ating. Interment Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Leighton United Methodist Church Building Fund or Pennock Hospital Foundation in memory of Charles B. Jones. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Need weddir.ig invitations? Stop hand check oat the taje selection nt: J-Ad Graphics Print Phis, 1351 N.M43 Hwy, Hastings. (in the grey Kim) CANDY CHECK!!! HALLOWEEN NIGHT AT UAW LOCAL 1002 285 $. WASHINGTON ST. • MIDDLEVILLE ■ Union members and the public are welcome to come and Trick or Treat and get their candy checked between 7pm & 8:30pm by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Trick or Treat times will be from 5:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. Come have coffee, donuts, cider, and get some cand\ to to to to I to �Page 8/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml'October 22. 2002 Thornapple Floral moves business to new location by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Kris Selleck says, “I can’t wait until this building looks like a real flower shop! We are going to paint the exte­ rior green and yellow. Rower boxes should add to the charm.” Selleck s business. Thor­ napple Horal. has been next to the Middleville Market- Kns Selleck is enjoying Thornapple Floral's move to its new location on M-37 place for many years. She had now moved to her new location at 314 Arlington (M-37.) Now she is looking for­ ward to owning property w hich will allow her to have more display area inside and great space outside as well. “This spring we will have lots of room for bedding plants from our Lone Pine Greenhouse " I think people will be amazed with what we have to offer.” Selleck says. Once the interior and ex­ terior renovations are com­ plete. Selleck is planning an open house. “People should watch the paper for the date and time.” Selleck says. “We will probably combine it with a holiday open house.” Selleck expects to add ad­ ditional gift items to the popular lines of candles and gifts she already sells. Thornapple Floral is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The tele­ phone number is 795-3331. Call 94^9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes ; See us for fall savings! v L .JHM MR •• Z- Science, learning: Here we come! McFall first graders will be spending time at the Ebersole Center this November exploring science thanks in part to a grant from the Barry Community Foundations. Youth Activities Council grant program. Teachers Laurie Pirrone and Shelley Erb have been working on the curriculum. Bright Beginnings play groups set November dates Bright Beginnings, a Par­ ents as Teachers program co­ ordinated by Anne Krebill in both the Caledonia and Thornapple Kellogg school districts, plans several ses­ sions next month. Play groups for children are part of the program. In Caledonia the groups are held at Emmons Lake elementary school. On Fri­ day, Nov. 1, children will explore “Pilgrims. Indians and Pumpkin Pie” from 10 to 11:30 a.m. On Friday, Nov. 22, the program from 10 to 11:30 will focus on “Silly Songs.” Krebill is asking parents to pre-register by calling all-music program will be held from 9:30 until 11 a m. 293-8532. The Thornapple Kellogg Call the community edu­ play groups are held in cation office at 795-3397 to Room 107 of the Thornap­ register for the Thornapplc ple Kellogg Learning Cen­ Kellogg play groups. ter. Play group times include On Wednesday, Nov. 13, stories, songs, simple crafts, children will explore the a snack and lots of fun. world of “Pilgrims, Indians For more information and Pumpkin Pie” from 10 about the Bright Beginnings to 11:30 a.m. program for children up to On Wednesday, Nov. 20, age 5 and their families, call the Whimsical Wednesday Krebill at 293-8532. 99 <_Afa(Cs SaCon and uJoiining II Nails $25 Gel Nails $30 Overlay $20 For custom Christmas cards... check out Print Plus! Come see us at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. 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MtOctober 22. 2002/Page 9 Rotary Spaghetti Dinner this Friday, library book sale, too Thu annual Middleville Rotary spaghetti dinner this Friday, October 25 is a time for families to enjoy spa­ ghetti and help a local or­ ganization provide scholar­ ships to Thornapple Kellogg students. The Rotary Club presents four $750 scholar­ ships. This year Eldon Newmyer has accepted the role as co­ ordinator of the dinner and with the help of all the members hopes that this will be one of the most success­ ful spaghetti dinners ever. The dinner is held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and tickets cost $5 each. Dinner in­ cludes spaghetti with vege­ tarian or meat sauce, salad, garlic bread and a beverage. Children through grade five arc admitted free when ac­ companied by a paying par­ ent so this is a great way to enjoy dinner out with the family. For a small additional fee, pic is available for dessert. Each Rotary Club member supplies two pics and the ta­ bic on which they arc set out is one of the most popular areas of the high school cafeteria. Tickets arc available in advance from Rotary Club members and arc also avail­ able at the door. For the third year the Fire safety begins early Eldon Newmyer (left) accepts copies of the secrets of running a successful spaghetti dinner from Ray Page Page will still be there on October 25 to over­ see the cooking of the sauce and keeping the secret recipe secret. Thornapplc School and Community Library Advi­ sory Council used book sale will be held in conjunction with the dinner. Funds raised will go to purchase new books for the public li­ brary. The book sale will be held from 4-7 p.m Advisory Eiujafjements | Smith-Diamond free MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 - CALEDONIA 6945 PINE EDGE DRIVE JUST LISTED! 4/5 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths. walkout ranch with in-ground pool. 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Please pray for God’s 4direction in their lives and His blessings over their mar­ 1 «riage. Athlete of the week Bridging the Gap from to Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middtevilte) Basketball Brice scored 14 points to 4 lead the Trojans in their ■ win over Godwin last week. She con­ nected on both of her free throw attempts, and knocked down two three-pointers in the game________ The Lynn Denton Agency I I I I I ____ — — SOUTH OFFICE I 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml Thornapple Trail Assn, The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation meets on Thurs­ day, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Whispering Waters Camp­ ground on Irving Road. On the agenda for the Oc­ tober meeting are updates on trail progress, the drive for new members and other is­ sues. For more information about the Thornapple Trail Association and the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail visit Runals-Kamper The families of Lizbith Runals and Noah Kamper announce their engagement with great anticipation for their future. Lizbith and Noah are both seniors at Spring Arbor University pursuing cateers in teaching. This winter Noah will spend time in Costa Rica and Lizbith will complete her student teaching in Bolivia at the Santa Cruz Christian Learning Center. The couple will marry May 31, 2003 and begin their lives together in Holland, Ml. Council Judy Hcndrikson is looking forward to making sure that all spaghetti diners go home with at least one book. The Rotary Spaghetti din­ ner is a great way to prepare for the final home game of the season. Remember, don’t forget the pie! Firefighters from Thornapple Township Emergency Services began their fire safety visits with at stop at the Thornapple Kellogg pre-school classes Here fire­ fighter Kenny Devn shares a laugh and information with a group of Panther Cubs Fire safety visits continue this week at McFall. 4695 Middtevilte RtL wr. * 1-800443-5253 Hashvdle. 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia District School Board recognized many employees and retirees for their years of service at the Oct. 15 monthly school board meeting. Each employee received a token commemorating their years of service, from the 10-year inscribed plaque to the Caledonia “C” for retir­ ees. The following personnel were honored at the meeting. Retirees - Martha Chalmers. 18 years (in addition to four years in another district) as a speech pathologist, all buildings throughout the years, mostly elementary: Available for pictures were 15 years service recogni­ tion award winners (front, from left) Beverly Blaser and Thomas Burri. Back row, from left. 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This pronouncement will be ef­ fective for the school year ending June 30. 2003. Not only will the pro­ nouncement require adding two new statements to w hat From previous page CMS gifted and talented: Di­ ane Fortuna, Kettle Lake teacher: Elizabeth Hentschel, Caledonia and Dutton Ele­ mentary schools art teacher; Deborah Houseman. Kettle l^akc secretary; Tom Kaechelc. CHS PAC Director: Nancy Pikaart. CMS librar­ ian: Mary Rossman, Em­ mons Lake teacher; Sue Schmidt, speech pathologist; Anita Sizelove, bus driver and Howard Zoet. Jr., CMS custodian. Twenty-year recognition Sue Bushman, Kettle Lake Elementary secretary; Amy DcLille. CMS teacher: Helen Folkcrsma. CHS food service: Chcri (Char) Kowal. Dutton Elementary secretary and Sue Siler, Caledonia Elementary teacher. Twenty-five year recogni­ tion - Sharon Mossel, Dut­ ton Elementary secretary and Judy Skinner. CMS secre­ tary. In other business last week, the school board: • Accepted bids from sev­ eral contractors for the inte­ grated building management system (division 17). Inte­ grated building management was awarded to EncrTcmp. Inc in the amount of $1,060,355. Trane West Michigan was awarded the bid for I^in-Talk Control Board in the amount of $950 and Havel Brothers Inc. received the IBS Ele­ mentary Interface bid award in the amount of $24,000.00. • Accepted the audit com­ pleted by BIX) Sitdman for the 2001-2002 fiscal year. According to a letter from company officials, they “re­ view significant accounting policies and procedures and certain business, financial and administrative practices •S'l’. 269-795-0053 is already documented, it also requires that a "Manage­ ment Discussion and Analy­ sis" be prepared and accom­ pany the financial state­ ments. The district has been in the process of obtaining the necessary information for this new change. • Approved a resolution with Great Lakes School Food Cooperative to meet the requirements of the Michigan Department of Education Policy #7. The district has used the same food service for several years due. in part, to their com­ petitive pricing but the serv­ ice recently formed this co­ operative to follow the pre­ viously mentioned policy. From a legal standpoint, the board must approve the reso­ lution in order to “show documentation to meet bid­ ding requirements.” Accepted the follow mg personnel changes: John Gates was hired as a custo­ dial aide at Emmons Lake Elementary . Transfers were See employees, page 12 Massages jeweliy CIUIIIH 2(i<)-r95-(><>«» 269-795-0053 4611 North M-37 Hwy. • Middleville • 269-795 0053 Cheryl Huver with student. “At Pennock, Professional Care is More Than a Promise. ” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? 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Emily Jacobson, another junior at CMS not pictured, was also face painting. Although Rachel Niemeyer, standing by her mom, Joy, couldn’t have her face painted due to being a flower girt in a wedding, she did get to pick out some treats from the bake sale table. by Cathy L. Rueter 1 BLUE SPRUCE T A Full, nice shaped, 5-8 feet. A a1 Privacy accents, lot lines, year round color, wildlife. Add to the value ofyour home. Available now and in April. Locally grown. Call for details (269) 795-2232 State inspected and licensed Staff Writer The Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library held an Oktoberfest bake sale Saturday, Oct. 12, as a fund­ raiser. With face painting, bal­ loon animals, and lots of yummy treats, it could have been called a “fun” raiser. Proceeds will go toward the building fund for the new library. Scott DeRidder (right) is shown here with two of his ^ee chddrcn he brought to the bake sale festivities. Litt e Rudy wasn t sure what to make of his balloon ani­ mal but big sister Annika was pleased with her doq sculpture. y Employees, continued from page 11 Caledonia Elementary kindergarteners in Cheryl Huver’s class demon­ strate their “Zoo Phonics­ song. The “Zoo Phonics­ program has been used in two of the elementary schools in the past. The program is now imple mented in all four elemen tary schools for continuity in the district S&S Farm Market and Greenhouse proudly presents... PUMPKIN WORLD 2002 OPEN OCTOBER 1 - 31 Pumpkin World hours are: MON.-FRL 3:30 PM - 6 PM; SAT. 10 am to 5:30 pm; SUN. Noon to 4:30 pm Your kids will have SPECIAL EVENT OCTOBER 26 - STORY TELLER MIKE BREMER AT 2, 3, 4 PM • • • • • Hayrides every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting Mazes for all ages • Friendly Farm Animals Bring your cameras S'JOO Fun for the whole family cost: /child Stay warm and dry* under our roof Parents Free! &S Farm Market and GREENHOUSE on M-37 between Middleville & Hastings (269) 795 9758 NEW HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm; Sun. 12 noon-5pm made by both Jody Rosendall (.5 special education parapro at CMS to 1.0 parapro at CHS) and Michelle VanderHeide (.5 special edu cation secretary to .5 special education parapro at Dutton Elementary). Sign language Interpreter Jilian Rakow will be taking a maternity leave of absence. Resignations were ac­ cepted from Julie Sielawa (CHS parapro) and Steve Sielawa (middle school wrestling coach). Retire­ ments by Jan Nowak, CMS counselor and Penny Peticolas, director of technology, also were acknowledged. • Adopted the proposed budget amendments for the 2002-03 general fund. Funds are reserved for use during the school year for such items as (but not limited to) instruction, support services, transportation and commu­ Christopher J. 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Many additional fea­ tures: central air, sky­ lights, 4 ceiling fans, fire­ place with gas log, car­ peted, curtains, lever locksets, dishwasher, garbage disposal, elec­ tric range, oak cabinetry throughout, self-cleaning oven, refrigerator w/ice maker, micro-wave oven. Ready to move in. Original cost. $47,000 Will sell for $31,000 You must walk through this home Call 795-9090, cell: 616-293-7391. Here For You Since IM6 616-891-1240 f* nity service. • Heard reports from Janine Wilson, Student Congress board representa­ tive and CMS Athletic Di­ rector and Assistant Princi­ pal Darryl Kingsbury. Wil­ son included in her report that the National Honor So­ ciety had recently held their induction ceremony and that DECA had recently returned from a trip. Kingsbury referred to the middle school sports fall sports activities winding down for the season, as well as new opportunities for students. 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Ml/Oclober 22, 2002/Page 13 Baby Bliss owner to stand Five-year-old Freeport trial on charge of stalking girl airlifted after crash by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer The alleged victim of ac­ cused stalker Charles Edkins said the continued harass­ ment has caused her to suffer from paranoia. “I’m constantly looking over my back, worried how he’s going to destroy my life or do something serious that could really affect my fam­ ily,” the woman said about the man she once lived with. Edkins, the owner of Mid­ dleville’s Baby Bliss chil­ dren’s clothing manufacturer, was bound over to circuit court to stand trial Jan. 6 and 7 in Barry County Circuit Court. “it’s caused me a lot of anxiety and emotional dis­ tress,” said the woman. The mother of three chil­ dren, the woman testified she lived with Edkins for about a year in 1996 and that she He then allegedly turned around and entered the park­ ing lot. parked close to the car she was in and stared at her. In the charged offense April 2. the alleged victim was in her car waiting in the left turn lane at Broadway and State Streets in Hastings when Edkins allegedly drove by. turned around, pulled up next to her car and said. “You’d better watch it, toots.” Charles Edkins once worked for him at Baby Bliss. She testified that on Feb. 22 of 2002, she was sitting in a car at Four Star Video in Middleville, waiting for her boyfriend, when she saw Edkins drive by. Quick-change artists operating scam in area The woman is described A man and woman team suspected of acting as as six feet tall with a slightly heavy build, aged between “quick change artists” is be­ ing sought by the Barry 30 and 40. well dressed County Sheriff’s Depart­ wearing glasses. The male is described as ment. Deputies said the team six feet, two inches tall, well dressed in a gray suit, mus­ entered the Middleville Mar kctplace Sept. 28 and left cular. aged in his 30s or 40s the store with $55.94 of the and wearing glasses. Police also received a re­ store’s money obtained by what Deputy Dave Demaagd port Oct. 10 of quick change artists operating in Nash­ described as “flim flam.” “Two black subjects en­ ville. where they are be­ tered the store to buy a few lieved to have victimized the items,” Demaagd reported. C-Store and the South End “The female half of the sus­ Party Store. The Nashville duo. how­ pect team used quick talk and confusion to obtain (the ever, was described as a money) from the clerk while large. Hispanic male in his making change for the sus­ 30s and a “smaller, black pect’s higher denomination male." The two men were report­ bills." Demaagd said the deceit edly driving a maroon Mer­ was discovered after the cury, older car. couple had left the store. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place pour ad today. On another occasion later that month, the victim was in the parking lot of the Bushwacker in Middleville when she claimed Edkins re­ peatedly drove back and forth staring at her. The woman then obtained a personal protection order against Edkins. court records show. “This has caused me para­ noia.” she testified. “I’m just running scared.” If convicted, Edkins could be ordered to spend a maxi­ mum of five years in prison and /or pay a $10,000 fine, plus serve probation for any term of years but not less than five. He remains free on bond awaiting trial. The girl has since been to yield at an intersection. A 5-year-old Freeport girl •He was (allegedly) at was airlifted to Spectrum discharged from the hospital Hospital with injuries she and appears to being doing fault because he didn’t wait until he could see.” said suffered when her father al­ well. Larsen said. Larsen said Stephen Larsen. legedly drove into the path Striking the Rathbun car of an eastbound car on Rathbun. 38. was driving his Brown Road at Tischer 1994 Chevy west on Brown was a car driven by Harry Road in Carlton Township Road behind a large con­ Tichelaar. 81. of Ada. In­ jured in the Tichelaar car struction vehicle. Oct. 11. “It went through the inter­ was a 1 1/2-year-old child. Trooper Sandra Larsen Frederick Williams, and 64said the child. Cassandra section and Rathbun made a year-old Sharon Tichelaar Rathbun, was properly re­ left turn onto Tischer.” said strained in the vehicle and the trooper, noting that the Both were taken to Pennock Hospital with minor injuries. suffered scrapes to her face heavy equipment apparently The baby’s mother. Tina and head when she became blocked Rathbun s view of Williams of Hastings, was trapped between the rear, oncoming traffic. Rathbun, however, was not hurt. passenger side door and the issued a citation for failure seat. 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AIM to EtoCtoaci Can Ai Mto-raana-u Kt WMC nam m Tto to MM MtoCTM amn �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middlevitte. Ml/October 22. 2002 Caledonia to extend utilitites within village limits pay the cost for the 80 units by Ruth Zachary planned there. Staff Writer Village officials wanted to The Caledonia Village Council authorized officials know the costs of extending to negotiate with the owner the utilities across the Gregg of Gregg Apartments to ob­ property. The voted to tain an easement for village authorize Pierson to negoti­ utility mains to cross that ate, for a time not to exceed property to supply the three hours. Trustee Dan Erskine sug­ Dcppe development being gested it might be possible constructed to the south. Utilities Administrator for the township to extend Rich Pierson would make water and sewer to the dev el the approach to the owner of opment at the time the utili­ the Gregg Apartment Com­ ties are extended to supply plex to extend the facilities the Garbow development across his property, and han­ south of 100th Street, pres­ dle the legal documents. The ently in the beginning utilities easement would be­ stages. In other business the vil­ long to the village. The water and sewer util­ lage council dealt with sev­ ity lines now go only as far eral topics: • Mill Street improve­ as Gregg Apartments, and the village has the authority ments. The council awarded a contract to Key Construc­ to extend them. The new Deppc develop­ tion at $5,600 for improve­ ment is located between Ma­ ments, subject to final staff ple and M-37, with an en­ and engineering approval. The improvements to trance planned on Maple, near Kinsey. Dcppe would Mill Street arc needed, and soon, as winter weather Loring was also to look at closes the window of oppor­ the plans. tunity to get the paving • Winter parking. Manager done. The village portion of Ayers asked residents who the project involves im­ live on cul-de-sacs to re­ provements of drainage member not to park in the grades, to facilitate flow of street turnarounds in the ground water toward Em­ winter. Caledonia does have mons Lake, hoped to help an odd-even number day alleviate flooding problems parking rule in place from November to April, but the south of the area. The developer is to be al­ numbering may be less clear lowed to place a drive along in the turn around. However when the street the village-owned Mill Street right -of-way. Drain­ is plowed in heavy snow, age and an adequate turn­ the DPW driver must leave around in the drive was to be the snow at each end of the created by the developer of parked vehicle, which blocks the housing project. it in. It was pointed out it is The council agreed to take more advantageous for car care of any drainage issues at owners not to get blocked, a cap cost of $4,500 last and to park in their own month. Drainage details were be handled separately from the street development. The engineer’s plan would slope the area near the right of way. Drainage will cross an area of the old Williard prop­ erty, although the new resi­ by Patricia Johns dents were not aware of an Staff Writer casement for the drainage. More than 30 residents of An existing tile in the area the Shaw Lake Road area was already provided for went home disappointed public drainage in the past. from the Oct. 17 Yankee Bids were solicited on the Springs Planning Commis­ job in cooperation with the sion meeting. developer of a project in the area who will need to put in They had attended to com­ an asphalt drive at the same ment on a proposed zoning time, hoping to obtain a change for property at the lowered cost for both the corner of Shaw Lake Road private and public portions and Norris Road, but nothof the project. Three bids on Mill Street improvements have been ob­ tained, Village Manager Sandra Ayers explained Oct. 14, with two bids much Anthony R. Plants Caledonia Township will hold a public accuracy test on higher than the third. In ad­ Air Force Master Sgt. Wednesday, October 30th, at 9:00 a m. at the Caledonia dition, the work could be Anthony R. Plants has been Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple St. done sooner by the company awarded the State of Mary­ Purpose of the test is to check the ballots for the November with the lower bid. land Commendation Medal. 5th, 2002, primary election. Randy Wilcox, the engi­ The State of Maryland neer had drawn up the plans, Dated: October 17, 2002 Commendation Medal may but had not looked up the be awarded to any ative of Patricia Snyder, Clerk specifications for the low bid former member of the Mary­ 310 job. DPW employee Roger land National Guard, or any member of the active or retired military service who shall have distinguished themselves by meritorious and outstanding service to the Maryland National -— ML 50 STATES---------------Guard and the State of NO ROAMING OR LONG-DISTANCE CHARGES Maryland. Plants distinguished him­ self in the performance of meritorious and outstanding service to the Maryland Air National Guard, while as­ signed to the Headquarters, 1st Air Force at Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, Fla., on Sept. 11,2001. Plant exceeded all expectations in preparing appropriate retal­ iatory defensive actions, and his spontaneous teamwork resulted in real-world de­ fense reactions to protect the Capital and the President. Master Sgt. Plants, the chief of current operations atmospheric sensors, has 16 years of military service. He is the son of Valene K. Bush of Middleville, and grandson Mr. and Mrs. Richard Beduhn of W. North St.. Hastings. The master sergeant grad­ uated m 1985 from Thornapple Kellogg High School, Middleville, and received an associate degree in 1998 from the Community Col­ lege of the Air Force. Caledonia Sportsman Club, part-time inside work, duties vary, apply within or call 891-1168. TOTAL FREEDOM No trees had yet been planted to carry out the screening which has been promised. Maviglia said. Trustee Nick Unger thought the Planning Com­ mission should review and strengthen the village noise and public nuisance ordi­ nance to help the village deal with such problems should they come up in the future. • Volunteers for raking up leaves in the village will be at work Oct. 26, starting at 9 a.m. after meeting at the Community Education building. The public service effort is organized through the middle school. Yankee Springs planners cancel hearing, wrestle with ordinance HELP WANTED NOTICE drives. • Street lights were ap­ proved to be added to Lenter Court and Lenter Drive. • In public comment, citi­ zen Mike Maviglia said Ameritech had made several improvements on its prop­ erty next to his residence which had made him feel much better. Ameritech is now extend ing a wall, which Maviglia believes is an improvement, and hopes will reduce the noise. He said noise levels at his windows were now dow n between 41 and 65 decibels. He said the cooler tempera­ tures meant the cooling en­ gines do not come on as much. SERVING OUR COUNTRY ing was decided on the issue, nor was there any debate or discussion. Kay-D Development had asked to rezone the parcel from the agricultural desig­ nation with three-acre lots to the rural residential with one- acre lots. Zoning Administrator Ken Worsham told the commis­ sion that day he had received legal papers showing that the ownership of the prop­ erty was in doubt. Since zoning changes cannot be considered when ownership of the property is contested, the request was tabled until the Nov. 21 meeting of the Planning Commission. Besides the informal pres­ entation by Kay D Develop­ ment for their plans for the property also was moved to the November meeting. The board did approve a request by Brent Cisler to re zone a parcel of land he owns on M-37 to suburban residential. A special use permit for a home office request by Leora Wooten also was approved. The board then considered in a public hearing the next set of ordinance changes. Most of the discussion went smoothly but the new open space zoning district and how to mesh existing legis­ lation already in place for planned unit developments and site condominiums. The open space zoning or­ dinance is necessary to meet a requirement set by the state legislature. This * is supposed to offer develop­ ers an attractive option and provide more green space in communities. The Planning Commis­ sion will hold a work scs sion to look at changes to existing ordinances to see how they can mesh with the the new open space zoning requirements with its 50 per­ cent of open space require­ ments. "We don't want to lose out on this," Commission Chair Richard Beukema said Planning consultant Ken Dctloff will be invited to the Nov. 7 work session to pro­ vide assistance to the board. The next regular meeting of the Yankee Zoning Plan­ ning Commission is sched­ uled for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21. It will include the public hearing on the Shaw Lake Road property, but no new notices on this issue will be provided for the Sun & News. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4X35 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 PRIME SCREENED BLACK TOP SOIL $10/yd. - Any Quantity - Delivery Available DOZER WORK DON S DOZING 616 795 7830 ROUGH LANDSCAPING • QRlVtWm^MuMP/BRUSH CLEARING & SITE PREP • TRUCKING—SAND, GRAVEL, CRUSHED CONCRETE. GROUND ASPHALT SERVING CALEDONIA MIDDLEVILLE. HASTINGS. GUN LAKE SHELBYVILLE BRADLEY HOPKINS, WAYLAND A DORR AREAS �The Sun and News Middleville. MlOctober 22. 2002Page 15 Poll favors new Caledonia library site north of post office by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer An informal survey of lo­ cal residents compiled by the Village Council favored a proposed site north of the post office in the commer­ cial area off M-37. Four sites were put for­ ward by the township-ap­ pointed Library Building Ad­ visory Committee, a group charged with researching a potential site for a library. The Library Committee had narrowed down possible sites for a library building to four, with the leading choice on village property next to Metro Health near the exist­ ing sewer plant off M-37. The committee came to the sure they wanted to give away, at least without sup­ port by village residents. The survey was asked for to inform officials as to citi­ zen opinion for or against such an action. Only 44 village residents have responded to the re­ quested opinion poll so far. council last month with a query as to the possibility of a donation of the village property or a possible low­ ered selling price on the part of the village was pan of the deal. The property, with front­ age on M-37, with prime real estate value, is an asset village officials were not ers of Middleville, put on the Pumpkin Lady costume for the Heritage Day parade and is charming the young visitors to Pumpkin World. In addition to the inside maze there are two mazes outdoors. One really diffi­ cult one is just for adults and the other which is family friendly. The Sudan grass which makes up the outside mazes is good for the soil as well. The indoor exhibit in­ cludes the funny mirror and Deciding future of Middleville Depot by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Heritage As­ sociation members have been invited to bring their plans for transforming the Middleville Train Depot into a museum to the Thornapple Township Board. Sue Reitman, spearhead­ ing the association’s effort to save the building, and as­ sociation President George French recently gave the Township Board a brief overview of their prelimi­ nary research on turning de­ pots into museums. French told the board that association members have visited the Lake Odessa. Saranac and Vicksburg depot museums. French told the board he understood that funding the museum was an issue which would have to be determined. The association has been collecting artifacts from the Middleville area for almost 30 years, many of which are stored in the township, but which arc not accessible to the public. French was told that pre­ serving the depot has been considered from the time this property was being consid­ ered for a new fire station. The group is being invited to meet with the board to discuss ways to create the museum and to see if it can be done with other sugges­ tions for using the building. Membership in the asso­ ciation is open to the public. Meetings are held at Carveth Village at 7 p.m. on the sec­ ond Thursday of each month. proposed M-37 location. The library committee is waiting to see if the village site would be considered ei­ ther for a donation or at what price, so if it is not to be an option, the group can move on to follow other leads on behalf of the township. COMPARE RATES Pumpkin World continues at S & S Farm Market by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Local actor Mike Bremer returns Saturday, Oct. 26, to the SAS Farm Market Pumpkin World Play Land. Bremer will be telling sto­ ries from 2 to 4 p.m. Pumpkin Lady Julie Coon continues to lead tours with the classes which come to visit during the weekdays and those coming to the spe­ cial events each Saturday. Coon, an experienced ac­ tress with the Village Play­ Some favored another site in the same area west of the post office. No one wanted a library to be built near Scholastic Books, the fourth choice of the Library Build­ ing Committee. Of those responding only five or six agreed with the Insurance Rates Going Up? Pumpkin World tractor. In addition to these familiar standbys are a basketball, fishing and golf game area. The greenhouse is deco­ rated with paintings and, of course, lots of pumpkins. Outside visitors will get to meet some friendly farm animals and on weekends, weather permitting, take hay rides or bounce through the inflatable train. 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But the by Ruth Zachary goal at this time is to pre­ Staff Writer vent junk from accumulating In a workshop meeting of in the front yard. the Caledonia Planning Screening and setbacks of Commission Oct. 14. details 30 feet between residential of drafts of several ordinance zones, and non-residential. sections were reviewed and such as commercial or in­ revised. dustrial or R-3 zones and for The sections on parking parking lots is usually re­ and loading, private street quired. Outdoor storage, even regulations, flood plains and on the back side, on any site adult use regulations were discussed, and some ap­ whether in C-l or in residen­ proved for forwarding to the tial should be screened from Township Board and for view. In multi-family housing scheduling public hearings. These items and amendments situations a minimum of to the Cherry Valley Corri­ two spaces per family unit is required. dor Overlay District will be One parking space per reviewed in a public hearing each 200 square feet is re­ Nov. 18. quired for governmental • Parking and loading. This chapter of the zoning buildings. Parking specifica­ tions to accommodate cus­ ordinance will be scheduled tomer seating inside an es­ for a public hearing soon. Different parking require­ tablishment are to be coordi­ ments arc required for differ­ nated with the uses in all ent housing densities. Side public facility, office, com­ yard uses are governed by mercial and industrial build­ specific rules, and may need ings. Non-residential parking to allow passage of emer­ gency vehicles and open spaces arc not to be used for space or greenbelt. Front a place to sell used cars, and yard and in front street park - vehicles are not be stored there for longer than 48 ing is also defined. Stipulations where the hours. A licensed vehicle for sale in a residential area is street is at the back of the lot on lake property is differ­ allowed. Spaces for cars using a car ent than in conventional wash and waiting in line to street front neighborhoods. Requiring license plates use the bays arc to be allo­ cated. less for automatic/selfon any vehicle in the street serve locations than for full or parked in the yard could service car washes, such as be a way to prevent storing junk, possibly to be dis­ tentatively proposed on 100th Street, would require more spaces. Parking lots and drives are to have all layers completed by six months after the building is occupied unless the planner grants an excep­ tion for extenuating circum stances. Parking lot regulations are specified for the highway commercial districts. Light­ ing in commercial and in­ dustrial areas generally fol­ lows guidelines in the light­ ing ordinance chapter. Multi­ family housing parking lot lighting is also to be con­ fined to where cars are parked. Public street lights off parking areas do not fall under these guidelines. In commercial or indus­ trial zones guidelines are de­ signed to prevent light tres­ pass into residential areas. Screening between commer­ cial, industrial and R-3 areas to less dense residential areas is also required. • Private street regula­ tions. The commissioners have previously covered much of this material, and only final changes were dis­ cussed at the Oct. 4 meeting. A private drive services four or fewer homes, while a private street services five or more. Drives must have a specified sub-base and hard gravel surface. People living on a private drive arc to have a driveway maintenance agreement signed by all owners and submitted to the township in recordable form. The application details for a private street are specified in the ordinance. Design and construction requirements for private streets also are speci­ fied. Streets must be paved Masters in the art of clipper & scissor cuts for men... Contempt) Salon ' I BI Caledonia Village Centre 616-891-1095 la a diffadincsi! Village of Freeport Notice of Public Hearing October 30, 2002, 6:30 p.m. The Freeport Village Council, acting as the Zoning Board of Appeals wd meet on the above date and time. tn the Community Center Mufti Purpose room located at 200 Stale Street. Freeport. Michigan. to hear the tottowtng Variance Request made by Jack Hu«. DBA Freeport Body Shop, applicant on behalf of Don Dutcher, owner of property, located at 212 Drvtsion Street. Freeport, Michigan The division of Lof 3 Stock 7 of the Vtttage ot Freeport located at 212 Division Street The requested division would further reduce the current Non Conforming lot wtdfo (frontage of Division Street) from the current wKJtn ot 70 66 feet to 54 66 feet (Artde 6. Section 6 35. of the Zoning Ordnance requires a mnmum lot width of 100 feet ) AU interested persons may attend the Put*c Hearing A copy of foe Vanance Appbcabon c avaiabie tor review by interested persons at the Vaage Office at foe above sated address v.ntten comments concerning foe vanance request may be submitted to foe Visage Clerk at foe abovestaled Village Office address Yvonne M. A spinal! Village Clerk 312 Adult use establishments to a 24-foot width, and a these areas, although local are a special use. must be li two-foot shoulder minimum, rules may be more strict but censed, and will be limited with specific roadbed con­ not less restrictive than the in their location to the C-2 federal guidelines. struction requirements. Rivers and streams gener­ or highway commercial A public hearing is not (HC) zones. They must not required, though approval is ally have a greater flood be located within a certain to occur at a public meeting. plain area than do lakes. There is a tendency for distance from another such All supportive documenta­ business, churches, schools, tion is to be provided before people to want to build park, playground, day care approval. A certificate of closer together along lakes facility, any residence or ag­ compliance is to be obtained and waterways. Minimum ricultural or residential zon­ from the township engineer lot sizes along water bodies ing district. At present until before approval of building or in a flood plain are gener­ permits is given. An excep­ ally not desired by the com­ some zones in the master plan are rezoned, an adult tion can be allowed with a missioners. because of the performance bond supplied sensitivity of the environ­ business would be prohib­ by the applicant to assure ment and because of com­ ited. In the future the HC completion to required stan­ mon septic and water prob­ district might be a possible location. dards. lems in such areas. Certified therapeutic and When a new street is cre­ After discussion the com ated. a private street mainte­ missioners decided not to medical or sports massage nance and repair agreement authorize less restrictive establishments are defined signed by residents is to be minimum yard sizes, area differently, and are allowed provided to the township and lot widths, as was once in other areas. Certified and the county register of allowed. Generally lots are therapists are authorized by deeds prior to the use of the to be two acres and 200 feet the American Massage Ther­ apy Association. private street. apart. There are detailed standards A situation where pre-ex­ Building in such areas isting sub-standard streets are might be allowed where ap­ for exterior illumination, extended it is more difficult propriate. as long as it is ap­ overhead lighting, hours of to bring up to the current proved by the Health Depart­ operation, stage locations, code level, especially if it is ment. the DEQ. etc. An ap­ application and inspection requirements. The Sheriff’s a single owner who has pur­ peal to this rule could be chased the land in the past in made to the ZBA. Mini­ Department will investigate good faith. If someone wants mally, a dwelling may not to verify standards arc being met. The establishment li­ to build a fifth house on a be closer than 100 feet from private drive with four any other dwelling if either cense must be renewed annu­ ally. homes and without a main­ of them is located less than The establishment is not tenance agreement (grandfa­ 100 feet from the edge of a to knowingly allow or en­ thered situation) it is diffi­ stream. The minimum width cult to force the improve­ is measured along the shore able prostitution, specified sex acts, or the sale of con­ ments and maintenance on of a stream. the established homeowners, Less restrictive lol sizes trolled substances. • Commission action. It or to impose the cost solely have been allowed since was recommended to the 1975, Brown said. The on the fifth owner. In the case of a single smaller sizes may have been Township Board that Mike site, the requirements might established in recognition of Mercier be appointed to fill be modified or waived, but Campau and Kettle Lake wa­ an open position on the Zoning Board of Appeals therein lies another problem. terfront usage. formerly held by John Fink• Adult use provisions. Often such streets have be­ beiner. Finkbeincr was ab­ come used by one additional The ordinance addendum will sent due to his resignation home owner at a time, be attached to the existing from the Planning Commis­ which is why some private ordinance. It allows a pro­ sion. The commission voted dirt streets may still have spective applicant to under­ to pass a resolution ot ap­ more than five homeowners stand the use restrictions in preciation to Finkbdner for the township, and determine using them. his past service. In the case of a developer whether their concept for an People interested in ap­ of two or more homes wish­ adult business would be plying for the Planning ing to extend a drive or pri­ suitable or not. In some Commission post may ap­ vate road, it would be ex­ cases this would filter out ply at the Township office, pected the improvements many adult business activi­ and would be appointed by would be shared, and an ties, but would not prevent the Township Board. agreement drawn between the such businesses altogether. new home owners in the de­ velopment. The standards would be imposed for safety reasons, and would be a pre­ The Village of Freeport will be taking application to fill a requirement before construc­ vacant seat on the village council and possibly the tion. Ultimately, it is to the Planning Commission. Applications will be accepted until October 28, 2002, at advantage of the developer 6:00 p.m. to be considered Please send all applications and the future residents to to the attention of “The Village of Freeport" at P.O. Box build the road to the best 210, Freeport. Ml 49325 standard possible. Thank you, Safety vehicles must have Timothy Fish, President adequate access in order to Village of Freeport permit further construction. 203 The developer may be re­ quired to upgrade the sub­ standard pre-existing street or drive between the develop­ ment and the public road up to the highest quality possi­ ble. such as to pave a drive/street to the best qual­ NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy ity and greatest width possi­ test for the November 5, 2002, General Election will be ble within the limits of the conducted for the Township of Irving on Saturday, established property set­ October 26, 2002, at 8 00 am at the Thornapple backs. Township HaH located at 200 E. Main St. in Middleville. • Flood plains. In Caledo­ Michigan. nia Township, a floodplain The Public Accuracy test is conducted to demonstrate is a separate kind of zone. that the program and computer that will be used to tab­ Buildings and farm structures ulate the results of the election have been prepared in must be built one fool above accordance with the law the 100 year flood plain Carol Ergang level, as defined by a federal Irving Township Clerk determination. Federal stan­ dards apply to structures in 306 NOTICE NOTICE TO ELECTORS of IRVING TOWNSHIP �CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice October 16, 2002 Present Stauffer, Snyder Cardwell. Bravata. Bujak and Robertson Absent: Harnson Also Present Planner/ Manager Zylstra. UA Pierson Deputy Clerk Pa'mer and sever­ al citizens. Moved Snyder. second Bravata that Stauffer chair the meeting Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. The public hearing of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7 00 pm The public heanng of toe Caledonia Township Board was adjourned at 7:02 p.m The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:02 p.m Stauffer led the Pledge and Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Cardwell to add item 9A Landscape bids, item 10G Cemetery Committee, and move item 10D to 10B Ayes all. MOTION CARRIED. PUBUC COMMENT: None CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFUCT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: None CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Doug Hart LANDSCAPE BIDS Discus sion was held Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to approve the Landscape bid from Kloosterman Landscape beginning now and finishing any items in the spang that need to be panted then Ayes Al MOTION CAR­ RIED. PRESENTATION BY ROGER LANNINGA. STORM WATER ORDINANCE: Roger Lanmnga and Jim SmaHigan discussed the reasons to approve the Storm Water Ordinance Discus­ sion was held FIRST READING - CALE­ DONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP STORM WATER ORDINANCE: Moved Stauffer second Bravata to refer the Storm Water Ordinance to tne Storm Water Ordinance Committee, and not consider the ordinance read Ayes All MOTION CARRIED PHASE TWO STORM WATER: Jim Smalhgan dis­ cussed the Phase Two Storm Water Discussion was held It was suggested that the Storm Water Committee took into this item. RESOLUTION - 2003 BUD­ GET: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to adopt a resolution approving annual Township fidu­ ciary budget for 2003 and deter­ mining tentative property tax rate for support of budget. Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Snyder, sec­ ond Bravata to adopt the fiducia­ ry budget for 2003 for Caledonia Township Bujak thanked all that helped with the budget process Robertson discussed the Gen­ eral Fund and the Emergency Services Fund. Bravata dis­ cussed Capital Improvements and Emergency Services Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. FIRST READING - PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMIT­ TEE: Discussion was held 1st Regular Meeting CALEDONIA VILLAGE Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia October 14. 2002 Call to Order at 7.05 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine. Unger. Audy, Zandstra, Regan & Ayers Absent: Bieriein & Penfold Consideration of meeting agenda Approval of Consent Agenda: All Ayes, motion ear­ ned Public Comments - none Township Liaison Report Village Manager Report: A Updated Council on progress for 1 ton replacement Call for Suns News Action-Ms 945-9554 er 1-800-8707085 truck. B. Mill Street improvements-3 Bids were discussed, Key Construction was the lowest bid­ der, but because there was such a difference in their bid and the other two, the Council feels that Sandy should get references and a recommendation from our Engineer and then accept toe Bid. All Ayes, motion carried. C. Reminded everyone that lives on a Cul-de-sac to please not park on toe street during snowplow season. D. Updated Council on the Library survey. Location B was toe most favored site, with loca­ tion C as a close second choice. Village President Report: Unfinished Business: New Business: A. Resolution__ to__ Make Changes in toe Street Ughting Service as Provided LQ-Jha Standard__ ----------------Lighting Contract Dated F9prya.rx._L 1980-Add Lenter Court & Lentfif Drive All Ayes, motion earned. B. Deppe Property-Motion to commence with the easements across Gregg Apartments Ail Ayes, motion earned Public Comment: Meeting Adjourned at 7:40 Respectfully Submitted Sandra Ayers. Clerk (202) PUBLIC HEARING Please be advised toe Village of Middleville Planning Commission wrH hold a pubic heanng on Tuesday November 5. 2002. at 7 p m in village offices. 100 East Mam Street The purposes of this heanng w* be consKterabon of codified stoe walk standards witom toe village bemg proposed Section 7851 of toe village code The Planning Commission invites a* interested persons to attend toe pubfec heanng and offer comments on toe pro­ posed ordinance Written comments may be submitted to toe commission at toe address above A copy of the proposed ordinance may be examined dunng regular business hours. Monday-Fnday. at village offices. Eldon Newmyer. Chairman Planning Commission 313 read CONTRACT 1 EXTENSION REQUEST: Pierson discussed item CONTRACT 2 EXTENSION REQUEST: Pierson discussed item CONTRACT 3 CHANGE ORDER REQUEST: Moved Cardwell second Snyder accept the contract change order for Contract 3 Discussion was held Ayes: AH MOTION CARRIED AUTHORIZE TRANSITION OF FOREMOST OPERA­ TIONS: Moved Cardwe sec­ ond Bravata to accept EarthTech s proposal and con­ tinue with their services throegDecember 30 2002 Ayes Ail MOTION CARRIED. PURCHASE OF GARAGE/ SHOP BUILDING: Moved The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/October 22 2002/Page 17 commented on the Storm Water Ordinance. PUBLIC COMMENT. Sandy Hdmstader of 7574 Hardwood discussed toe NW Water and Sewer connection Kimberly and Mike Johnson of 7370 Oakgrove Lane discussed an issue with neighbors target practice m the Campau Lake area, and they are concerned with safety ADJOURNMENT: Moved Bravata second Snyder to adjourn Ayes: Ail. MOTION CARRIED (309> Snyder, second Stauffer to pur­ chase the building at 640 Emmons for the Utilities Depart­ ment Discussion was held Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CEMETERY COMMITTEE: Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to establish an ad hoc Cemetery Committee and ap­ point Bravata. Snyder, and Richard Tnacker to the Cem­ etery Committee. Discussion was held Ayes AH. MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 02 _ (Township Fire Department; Public Safety Advisory Committee) AN ORDINANCE to amend Township Ordinance No. 92-5. the Township Fire Department Ordinance, so as to establish the Township Pubkc Safety Advisory Commrtlee. in the place of the Fire Department Advisory Committee, to enlarge the scope ot Ordinance No. 92-5; to assign public safety duties and responsibilities to toe Public Safety Advisory Committee, to make other changes m the composition of the Committee and its procedures; and to adopt other amendments in Township Ordnance No. 92-5 Board THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: (e) Officers of the Committee. Annually, the Committee shall Section 1 SCOPE PURPOSE AND INTENT Section 1 of elect from among its members a chairperson, a vice Ordinance No 92-5 is amended so as to read in its entirety as fol­ chairperson and a secretary The chairperson shall pre lows side at Committee meetings In toe absence of the Section 1 SCOPE, PURPOSE AND INTENT. This ordinance is Chairperson, the Vice-Chairperson shall preside The adopted under Public Act 33 of 1951. as amended, among other Secretary shall prepare and maintain minutes of all statutory authority The purpose of this ordinance is to codify the meetings Copies of minutes shall be given to toe previous establishment of the Caledonia Township Fire Township Clerk, for inclusion in Township files Officers Department and to establish the Caledonia Township Public shall serve until their successors are elected Officers Safety Advisory Committee and to provide for its jurisdiction and shall be eligible for re-election. authority, to provide for the duties of the fire department and for (f) Meetings. The Committee shall meet as frequently as the authonty of the Township Board concerning the fire depart­ necessary for the effective discharge of its responsibili­ ment and fire protection within the Township; and to provide other ties It shall also meet when requested by the Township matters pertaining to Township fire protection and public safety Board, and shall respond in a reasonable time to Section 2 AUTHORITY OF TOWNSHIP BOARD Section 2 of requests by the Township Board concerning matters with­ Ordinance No 92-5 is hereby amended so as to read in its entire­ in the Committee s responsibilities ty as follows (g) Liaison with Fire Chief The Committee shall confer with Section 2, AUTHORITY OF TOWNSHIP BOARD The toe Township Fire Chief regarding toe operations per­ Township Board retains final authority concerning the Township sonnel and equipment of the Fire Department, and for Fire Department; as provided by law and this ordinance. In its dis­ future planning for fire protection and emergency med­ cretion, the Township Board may delegate matters concerning fire ical and rescue services in the Township protection and public safety to the Township Public Safety Section 4. FIRE DEPARTMENT AND PUBLIC SAFEDLBULL Advisory Committee. GET Section 5 of Ordinance No. 92-5 is hereby amended so as Section 3 PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Section to read in its entirety as follows 4 of Ordinance No 92-5 is hereby amended so as to read in its Section 5. FIRE DEPARTMENT AND PUBLIC SAFLIY BUCL entirety as follows Section 4 PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (a) A proposed budget tor the Township Fire Department (a) Public Safety Advisory Committee. The Caledonia and for Township public safety services shall be pre­ Township Public Safety Advisory Committee (the pared annually. The fire chief shall prepare a proposed "Committee"), is hereby established. fire department budget and submit it to the Committee. (b) Membership. The Committee shall prepare a proposed public safety (1) The Committee shall consist of seven members, who budget, covering matters of public safety other than shall be appointed by the Township Board, after rec­ services carried out by the Fire Department ommendation of the Township Supervisor, for terms (b) The Committee shall prepare a tentative budget cover­ of three years each and until their successors are ing the Fire Department and other Township public safe­ appointed. Committee members may be reappointed ty services and shall submit the budget to the Township The term of each member shall coincide with the cal­ Board each year, according to a schedule determined by endar year. the Township Board, in connection with preparation of (2) Persons currently serving as members of the former the overall Township budget. Fire Department Advisory Committee may. in the (c) The tentative Fire Department and public safety budget Township Board's discretion, continue in office as shall be reviewed by the Township Board, and may be members of the Public Safety Advisory Committee. amended or altered in any manner by the Board, without The members appointed to the Committee commenc­ other consultation with the Committee The Board shall ing with the first full calendar year after the adoption adopt a budget for the Fire Department and Township of this ordinance may be appointed to terms with public safety services, as a part of the total Township varying expiration dates, so as to stagger the terms of budget annually. Committee members, so that not all terms will expire Section 5. Ordinance No. 92-5 is hereby amended by the addi­ at the same time. tion of Section 21. as follows: (3) The Township Fire Chief shall be an ex officio mem­ Section 21 PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMIT TEE In ber of the Committee. No member of the Township addition to its duties and responsibilities otherwise specified in Fire Department shall be eligible to serve on the this ordinance, the Public Safety Advisory Committee shall have Committee. Committee members shall serve without compensation, but shall be entitled to actual and nec­ the following responsibilities (a) Evaluation of and planning for the providing of law essary expenses approved by the Township Board enforcement services within the Township, including and incurred in performance of their official duties studies and recommendations on Township law enforce­ (4) A vacancy in any position on the Committee shall be ment millages and other funding for such purpose The tilled by the Township Board, after recommendation Committee may. if requested by the Towns/up Board, by the Supervisor, for the unexpired term serve as liaison between the Township and the Kent (c) Composition of Committee. Of the total membership of County Sheriff’s Department, with regard to law enforce­ the Committee. 2 members shall be Township Board ment services in the Township members and the remainder shall be other residents of (b) Evaluation of and planning tor disaster relief in tne the Township. The Township Supervisor shall serve as Township If requested by the Township Board, the one of toe Township Board members on the Committee Committee may serve as liaison with federal, state and (d) Duties ano Responsibilities county disaster relief agencies (1) The Committee shall act as an advisory committee to (c) Evaluation of and planning for emergency medical and the Township Board concerning the Township Fire rescue services m the Township and. as stated else­ Department, other Township fire protection matters where in this ordinance, fire protection services and fire and Township public safety matters, including law prevention planning enforcement, emergency medical and rescue mat­ (d) Sucrt other duties and activities as may be assigned to it ters. disaster planning and coordination and other by the Township Board witn respect to advancing public matters involving the protection of persons and prop­ safety and property protection in the Township erty in the Township Section 4 QltlEB-MAIIEBS Ordinance fro 92-5 >s hereby (2) The Committee shall carry out such other duties as further amended so as to renumber and reietter certain of the are assigned to it by tne Township Board sections and subsections of the ordinance, tor convenience and (3) The Committee may carry out studies and investiga­ ease of reference only and to further subdivide certain of the sec­ tions concerning fire department equipment, person­ nel, fere and rescue operations, equipment tor emer­ tions and subsections, so as to promote convenient reference to the vanous provisions in the ordinance This ordinance and ordi­ gency medical and rescue services, law enforcement nance No 92-5. as amended, may be codified into a single ordi­ services, law enforcement services disaster relief, nance, and included m that form in tne Township ordinance book. caprtal expenditures and future pianrvng Section 5 SCOPE QF ORDINANCE This ordinance amends (4) The Committee shall establish bylaws rules and regOrdinance No 92-5 only in toe respects specifically stated here­ itebons tor the operation of the fire department and in. AB other provisions of Ordnance No 92-5 remain m full force the care of fire department equipment subject to and effect approval of the Township Board (5) The Committee shaH adopt bylaws for its operations and procedures, subject to approval of the Township 311 �Page 18/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe. Ml/October 22, 2002 Trojan girls win Blue again, regionals next Alex Robinson By Brett Bremer Sports Editor The old cliche of “the thrill of victory, and the ag­ ony of defeat.” showed up in both of its forms for the Tro­ jans' varsity cross-country runners on Tuesday Oct. 15 at Johnson Park. TK’s girls experienced the thrill of victory, again, continuing their string of OK Blue conference titles at the conference meet by sweeping the first six spots in the race. Seven of the first 14 places belonged to Trojans as the girls shot out of the mob at the start of the race to form their own little pack of orange at the front and held on until the end. Jessica Stortz finished first at 20:25, to take the tile as the conference’s individ­ ual champion. In second place was Na­ talie Hoag at 20:44, fol­ TK s top six girls pose after sweeping the top places at the OK-Blue conference tournament at Johnson Park last week, (from left) Aubrey Raymond, Elise Nyland. Chaney Robinson, Kaleigh Page. Natalie Hoag, and Jessica Stortz. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Chaney Robinson (right) leads a Elise Nyland (left) and Aubrey Raymond (back) down the hill at Johnson Park, while a Coopersville Bronco tries to break up the pack of Trojans. (Photo by Brett Bremer) lowed by third place finisher Kaleigh Page at 21:08, fourth Chaney Robinson 21:35, fifth Elise Nyland 21:36, and sixth Aubrey Raymond at 21:42. Theressa Miller finished 14th overall at 22:57. The girls’ team finished with a perfect 15 point score, and its nearest com­ petitors were Coopersville in second place with 72, and Calvin Christian third with 79. All seven girls earned All O-K Blue honors for finish­ ing in the top 15 at the con­ ference meet. It is the Trojan’s final race before the regionals on their home course at Yankee Springs on Saturday Oct. 26. “It’s going to be very tough.” said TK coach Tammy Benjamin. “We plan on being ready.” If finishing in second place can be called the “ag­ ony of defeat,” that is what happened to TK’s Tim Brog on the boys’ side. Brog led Coopersville’s Nate Peck for the first two thirds of the race before Peck finally stepped ahead of Brog, and pulled away to finish the race. Finishing in 17:04. Brog came across the line at 17:30, clearly disap­ pointed. YOUR ONE STOP WATER STORE rvidng All Brands far 29 Water Softeners,^ & Odor riltei\Purified Drinking Water Systems BEST PRICE, QUALITY, SERVICE Benjamin said it wasn’t so bad. “He’s been sick this week, through the time off.” “I’d rather that he’s sick this week than next. It doesn’t change a thing. He’s still all-conference.” Finishing next for the TK boys’ was Nick Tomson in 14th place at 18:31. The Trojans’ other scorers were 23rd Chris Harkness 19:00, 25th Alex Robinson 19:08, 35th Matt Miller 19:43. As the boys’ got ready to go to trophy presentations Benjamin slapped Harkness on the back and said, “This summer buddy.” Brog and Tomson both earned all-confernce medals for their performance. Calvin Christian finished first in the boys’ race with 69 points followed by, Coopersville’s 93, Rogers’ 99. and TK’s 99. TK finished the day fourth when Rogers’ sixth runner Giovannie Zelaya came in five seconds, and one place, ahead of TK’s sixth man Lars Gustafson who was 43rd. CaH 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Nick Tomson PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AA & AL-ANON Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays IO a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. 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Junior Kyle Klyn used a great block by Matt Harp to take an option pitch 8 yards for a touch- down. Klyn scored both of Cale­ donia’s touchdowns in the game, while leading the team in rushing with 122 yards. Cedar Springs got two chances to tie the game in regulation. The Scots’ defense bent, but didn't break on the first. After the Red Hawks drove the length of the field on the first try senior defensive back Tony Pike intercepted a pass at the Scots’ 2-yard line to preserve the lead for a link while. Caledonia's ensuing drive stalled, in large part because of a big holding penalty that pushed them back. Follow­ ing the film session later in the weekend Caledonia coach Tom Burrill said that his team just isn't getting any breaks this season. What the officials called a hold. Burrill saw as “a pretty good Trojan gridders stay on season ending roll The Trojans’ varsity foot­ ball team got their third win of the season, and second in the league last week at Rogers by outscoring the Golden Hawks 32-12. TK fullback Kyle Farris made a triumphant return, after getting a little bit of ac­ tion in the Trojans' win at Calvin Christian. He rushed 41 times for 181 yards and three touchdowns. On the ground the Trojans racked up a total of 401 yards. Trojan quarterback Chad Baragar broke a 6-6 tie in the third quarter with a 11yard touchdown run. Baragar threw only three times in the whole ball game, completing two of the passes for 27 yards. Farris carried the ball across the goal line two more times in the quarter for the Trojans, pushing the lead to 24-6. Rogers only score of the second half came on a 50yard fumble return for a touchdown. The TK defense held Rogers to only 142 yards of total offense in the game, 104 on the ground. Junior linebacker Josh Walter led the Trojans' de­ fense in tackles with eight. TK added one more TD in the fourth quarter, Justin VanSpronscn scored on a 6yard plunge. The Trojans’ are on the winning roll that head coach Tim Penfield said he hoped his team would end the year on. TK should keep on roll­ ing this Friday night when they host Godwin Heights at Bob White Stadium. Godwin has struggled this season. The Wolverines have only one win. and are 0-6 in the O-K Blue. Last Friday night they were run over by the Blue leading Coopersville Broncos 46-7. Coopersville clinched at least a share of the league ti­ tle with the win, and can earn the out nght title with a win Friday night. Call 945-9554 ACTION-Ads! the first round before run­ ning into a top seed. The doubles teams faired a little better for the Trojans. Melissa Potts and Rachel Clinton at second doubles made it to the finals where they fell to East Grand Rap­ ids. The girls had two game points to tie the first set at 55. but couldn't finish it out and fell 6-4, 6-2. EGR won all eight flights at the regional earning 32 points, before going on to win the Division II State Championship last weekend. Catholic Central took sec­ ond at the regional with 23 points, advancing to the fi­ nals in all eight flights ex­ cept two doub’s. Potts and Clinton, the number three seed in their flight defeated the second seeded Catholic Central pair in the semi finals 7-6(3), 61. A three set win over Wyoming Park in the sec­ ond round got Potts and Clinton into the semi's, after received a bye in the first round TK’s third and fourth doubles teams both earned first round wins over Wyo­ ming Park, before falling to teams from Catholic Central in the quarter finals. Amber Steorts and Emily Porter won their first match 6-1. 6-2. then gave Catholic Central fits in the first set before falling 7-6(3), 6-1. At fourth doubles Beth­ any Sicons and Michelle Raetz won 6-4. 6-2 in the Harp, who was starting his first game of the season, that kept a drive alive in the first half and led up to Klyn’s 25vard TD run to tie the game at 7. Cedar rushed for 233 yards and passes for 52. Full back Anthony Reed played “very well." said Burrill. rushing for 76 yards in the muddy conditions. Junior linebacker Jim Haisma again led the charge on defense with 18 tackles, and Burrill said that nose tackle Chad Frisbie had another excellent game. “This is a special group of kids.” said Burrill. “Usually you wouldn’t hear a coach say that about a 3-5 football team, but they come to play everyday. They practice hard. They play hard. I couldn’t ask for any more as a coach. They’ve given it their all every day.” But this season is not done yet. The Scots will be trying to get the Cowbell back Friday night when they take on Wayland in the sea­ son finale. “We want the cow bell back.’* says Burrill. “It’s the one thing that will keep the kids focused this week. They want the Cowbell back.” How does Caledonia plan to control Wayland’s high powered offensive attack? Burrill says by hanging onto the ball with their ball con­ trol offense. It'll also help to have an­ other game like Cedar Springs in the turnover de­ partment. That game was the first time this season the Scots went without a turn­ over. When the Wildcats do get the ball Burrill hopes his de­ fense can confuse Wayland quarterback Leon Hilaski, and most importantly "hit him.” Wayland comes to Cale­ donia with a 6-2 record, on their way to the playoffs. Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick Stock Models 2003 Cavaliers, Malibu, Impala, Ventures TK fifth in tough region Many times in the state tennis tournament, for those teams who aren’t power­ houses much of their final finishes relies on the luck of the draw. “We were hurt bad in the singles draw,’’ said TK var­ sity girls’ tennis coach Larry Seger. “I think we could have finished third if we’d had a little better draw there.” After earning a three set victory over Wyoming Park 6-2, 4-6. 6-2, TK’s Cary Middlebush had to take on the number two seed in the second singles flight. Seger said he was hoping Middlebush would have drawn into the three of four seed, but it didn’t work out that way. Catholic Central defeated Middlebush in the second round 6-2,6-1. At fourth singles Jen Burks won her first round match against Hastings. 6-2, 6-1. but then ran into the number one seed from East Grand Rapids and fell 6-0. 6-1 Mallory Dobson at third singles got the worst draw of all said Seger. She had a bye in the first round and had to open against the number three seed from Unity Chris­ tian. So. she didn't have a chance to pick up a point in block." Cedar made the most of their next chance. They scored a touchdown with just 32 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter to push the game into over time. The Red Hawks scored a touchdown on their second play in the first over time session, and Caledonia missed what would have been a couple of tough catches on third-and-long and fouth-and-long plays to seal their fate. “It’s another tough loss.” said Burrill. The stat sheets were as close as the final score. Caledonia rushed for 270 yards, and Scot quarterback Angel Castillo, who contin­ ued to improve according to Burrill, completed both of his pass attempts for 24 yards. Castillo’s two pass com­ pletions were big ones, con­ verting on third downs. The first was a 9-yard strike to first round. Seger said they played a good match in their second round loss to Catho­ lic Central 6-2,6-3. Unity Christian was third overall with 12 points, fol­ lowed by South Christian with 10, TK 9, Caledonia 6. Rogers 5, Wyoming Park 4, Hastings 4. Byron Center 2, and Grand Rapids Central 0. “We were pretty close to third,” said Seger. “We pushed Unity and South pretty hard.” o% 60 months - or Rebates up to $2,000 depending on models for Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616 945^2425 1-800-235-2425 Good Luck! Caledonia jdfr- Equestrian Team State Finals - October 24 - 27, 2002 State Fairgrounds, Detroit Hillary Braun Megan Bush Emily Dannison Tara Heerspink Korin Hollinshead Kim Huisman Krista Huisman Lindsay Jonkoff Meagan O’brien Gena Rinard Christjon Sannes-Mielke Kate Sorensen Tim Stouffer Iris VanDentoorn Heather VanKalker Amanda Wekerma Meggan Werkema Lindsey Wyma Coaches: Kelly Lloyd, Kim Merwin, Darcy Stouffer �Page 20/The Sun and News. MiddieviHe. Mi/October 22. 2002 Scot girls win 2nd straight Gold crown Cafcdonia streaked to its second consecutive O-K Gold Conference girls’ cross country championship Thursday afternoon. Coach Ellen Dykstra Wil­ cox’s Fighting Scots counted 34 points, 19 better than runner-up Sparta, fol­ lowed by South Christian 71, Wayland 93, Cedar Springs 112. Hudsonville Unity Christian 145. Kenowa Hills 211 and Hastings and Wyoming Park did not have five runners finish the race. Coupled with their 8-0 league dual meet record, the Scots took the champion­ ship handily in the final standings. As usual, junior Tricia Micdcma came through as Tncta Miedema Caledonia's leader. She. Sparta's Carrie Debski and South Christian s Marie Dwarshuis were locked in a tight race for the top spot for most of the five-kilometer run. but the diminutive Scot turned it on at the end and pulled away to win the indi­ vidual title that eluded her a year ago. Her time of 20:18 was seven seconds better than Debski s and 23 sec­ onds faster than Dwarshuis. But it was the solid sup­ porting cast that made the big difference. Senior Katie Ryan fin­ ished fourth in 20:47, fresh­ man Brandi Victory cruised to seventh in 21:09. senior Becca Busfield checked in ninth at 21:22 and Kristina McCleve was 13th in 21:43. Katie Ryan BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville ; FALL jfr •saving^ Purchase any C.H.L residential garage door between September 23rd and October 31st and we will take down and remove your old door for no charge. $75.00 value ubimibq □c lononoc ITTra joriqn lEimuniiuu RESIDENTIAL DOORS FROM C.H.L - EFFICIENT LONG LASTING & ECONOMICAL EXPECT THE BEST The boys’ team did not fare as well, finishing sixth among the nine teams. Drew O’Malley finished 15th in 17:59 to lead coach Russ Gerber’s Scots, Patrick Spitzley was 21st in 18:23, Jon Hekman 33rd in 18:49. Joe Favreau 37th in 18:57 and Pat O’Connor 40th in 19:04. A.J. McConnell of Sparta was individual league champ after he edged Wyoming Park’s Mark VanderMeer, 16:37 to 16:44. The Spar- Brandi Victory tans won the Gold team crown with 57 points. Wyo­ ming Park had 60. South Christian 97. Kenowa Hills 111, Wayland 112, Caledo­ nia 146. Cedar Springs 179, Hastings 188 and Unity TK frosh gridders win big over Calvin Scoring on their first four possessions TK’s freshmen football team went on to de­ feat Calvin Christian, Oct. 10, 35-6. The win meant the young Trojans completed the O-K Blue schedule undefeated, raising their record to 6-1. The team ends its season by playing Northview and Bronson’s jayvee teams. The passing of quarter­ back Jason Blain and the running of backs Tony Car­ penter, Mitchell Fisher, Ben Ybema, and Travis young made it difficult for Calvin to stop the TK offense. A 39-yard pass from Blain to Isaac Thaler set up the first of two touchdowns scored by Ybema. Blain connected with Fisher for the two-point conversion. Leading 8-0, Blain hit Ybema with a 48-yard touchdown pass, and Mike Munjoy kicked extra point. On their fourth possession of the first half and leading 22-0 the, Blain threw for an­ other touchdown pass to Fisher covering 10 yards. The second half featured a well executed seven-play 891-8980 Pearson-Cook MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS SELLER WANTS SOLD! 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Myers Stadium Friday night in the football season finale, the two communities will be continuing one of the oldest rivalry traditions in Michi­ gan — the battle for the Cowbell. Fighting Scots and Wild­ cats have fought for posses­ sion of the prize every year except 1978 for more than a half century. The tradition started in 1949. Originators admit they borrowed the idea from long­ standing collegiate gridiron traditions such Michigan vs. Minnesota for the Little Brown Jug and Purdue vs. Indiana for the Old Oaken Bucket Much of the credit for starting the tradition goes to former State Senator Freder­ ick Hilbert, now of Caledo­ nia, but formerly of Wayland and whose sons, Scott and John, arc Wayland High School graduates who be­ came part of the lore on the football field. The elder Hil­ bert also was owner of Plank Road Farm and closely in­ volved with now-closed Ampro Seeds in Bradley. Hilbert, in a letter to Sec­ retary Judy Kacchclc of the Caledonia High .School Ath­ letic Department last year, outlined how it came to pass in memoirs he penned in 1984: “In the late forties, 1 was avid football fan and even accompanied the U of M football team to the Rose Bowl and its great victory over USC (University of Southern California). The next fall, this enthusiasm continued and the same group, accompanied by our wives, followed the team to Minnesota. We rode in the same railroad car with news­ papermen, parents of the players and families of the coaches. The game was. and still is, a contest for the Lit­ tle Brown Jug. in the 1950s and early *60s). the bell was stored, unused, in our back room at the seed store. When (Raymond C.) Bish’ Smith returned from the service and rejoined our hunting camp, we conceived the idea of taking the Cow ­ bell north and using it to rescue lost hunters.. It did just that on a few occasions. “After seeing the Little Brown Jug. I conceived the idea of using the Cowbell for a trophy... I took the bell to local artist Russell Perry and asked him to gild it and arrange spaces to record the yearly scores. He did a great job. I then presented it to the schools for the purpose it now serves." Since 1949, Caledonia has won the right to have the Cowbell 29 times. Wayland won it 22 times and there was one tie. The Scots have dominated possession in the last 17 years, owning it 12 times. The two teams, though long-time neighboring ri­ vals, did not face each other in 1978 because Wayland moved away from the O-K Blue Conference and into the O-K White. A year later the rivalry was renewed as a nonconference game and the Fighting Scots and Wildcats later were reunited as mem­ bers of the O-K Gold. In keeping the tradition, the winning football team proudly takes possession of Caledonia varsity football coach Tom Burrill brings the Cowbell to midfield for a celebration by his team after a 22-6 victory over Wayland in 1999. “Behold, we learned the famous jug was in the bag­ gage car ahead, so a tour was organized and we saw the fa­ mous trophy close up. “When Fred Greenawalt (longtime owner of Wayland Cleaners) and I were cochairmen of Wayland’s Cowbell Carnival, a local blacksmith named Virgil Losey constructed a huge cowbell (in 1938) and pre­ sented it to us to be used to call the crowds to the band­ stand for the prize drawings. It was of huge dimensions, but was fully working and had a loud klaxon. "When World War II put an end to the Cowbell Car­ nival (it was revived briefly the Cowbell at midfield after the game and virtually all members of the squad take turns clanging it and making as much noise as possible. Before the game, cheerleaders on both sides still lead chants such as "Let’s take back the Cowbell’" and “Let’s keep the Cowbell w here it belongs." Wayland won the Cowbell back last fall after the Scots had owned it for six years in a row. dating back to 1994. However, it took a last-min­ ute touchdown bomb to turn the trick in last year’s 18-13 thriller. The Wildcats enter the game with a 6-2 record and already have qualified for the post-season playoffs. Cale­ donia will enter the game with a 3-5 overall record, but it has been said that in all good rivalries, records don’t seem to matter. At one time, the commu­ nities of Caledonia and Wayland were best known for be ing rural and agricultural, so the cowbell seemed appro­ priate 53 years ago. Today, they both are sprawling bed­ room communities with dis­ appearing farm land. Hilbert, in his letter last year to Kaechele. said, “I feel that the story of the Cowbell Trophy has been largely for­ gotten." Wayland won the Cowbell in that first year, 15-0. The following is a list of scores in the years following: 1950 — Caledonia 23. Wayland 0. 1951 — Wayland 20. Caledonia 18. 1952 — Wayland 31. Caledonia 13. 1953 _ Wayland 20. Caledonia 18. 1954 — Wayland 9. Caledonia 0. 1955 — Caledonia 6,‘Wayland 0. 1956 - Caledonia 26. Way landO. 1957 Wayland 13. Caledonia 12. 1958 Wav land 27. Caledonia 0. 1959 — W'ayland 31. Caledonia 13. 1960 — Wayland 47. Caledonia 0. 1961 Wayland 12. Caledonia 0. 1962 — Caledonia 40. Wayland 6. 1963 — Wayland 20. Cale­ donia 0. 1964 — Caledonia 27. Wayland 12. 1965 Caledonia 14. Wayland 0 1966 —Caledonia 19. Wayland 15. 1967 Caledonia 18. Wayland 13. 1968 Caledonia 27, Wayland 7. 1969 — Caledonia 20. W'ay­ land 8. 1970 - Caledonia 22, Wayland 14. 1971 Caledonia 14. Wayland 6. 1972 — Wayland 22. Cale­ donia 0. 1973 Wav land 28. Caledonia 20 1974 — Caledonia 12. Wayland 0. 1975 _ Caledonia 20. Wayland 16. 1976 Caledonia 3 i. Wayland i I 1977 Caledonia 0. 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Ml/October 22. 2002 Scot soccer gets back on track before districts The undefeated eighth grade Trojans, (front from left) Daniella Torres. Ashley Lund. Amy Ball, (middle) Ashley VanderMeer, Alayna Forester. Sarah Wenger, Heather Hawkins. Katie Potts, (back) Tami Stevens. Caitlin Chamberlin. Samantha Reeder. Desiree Jaworowski, Melissa Piets, Kate Wilson, and coach Angie Jeffer­ son. TK eighth-grade girls go undefeated again Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News classified ads The Middleville eighth grade girls basketball team just completed their second consecutive undefeated sea­ son. The girls’ went 12-0 this season, after last year's squad finished the year 11-0. “This outstanding team has worked very hard both in the offseason and during the season to accomplish this goal." said coach Angie Jefferson. "This team includes 14 dedicated young ladies who brighten the future of girls basketball for this district." 9807 Cherry Valley, Caledonia Miller Lite 18 Pack Pepsi 2 Liter All Milk $£99 99‘ $^59 ^■1 Gallon The Scots Trent Van Haitsma steals the ball and turns into the middle of the field in Caledonia's tournament ending win over Wayland. (Photo by Perry Hardin) After dropping the final game of the regular season to Unity Christian, then fai­ ling in the first two rounds of the O-K Gold tournament the Caledonia boys’ varsity soccer team righted the ship against Wayland with a 3-0 victory. Wayland did not register a shot in the first half as the Scots completely controlled the play. Excellent ball movement and unselfish play helped Caledonia produce some beautiful soccer. Scoring goals for Caledo­ nia were Andrew Cromer, Walter Specs, and Devin TePastte. TePastte, Trent VanHaitsma, and Kraig Borr. Scots coach Brian Broekhuisen said, “congrat’s to the defense on a fine shut out.” Scots’ senior Kyle Hemmes goes over and through The win earned the Scots the Wildcat defense to get his head on the ball. seventh place in the Gold Districts start this week. Wednesday Oct. 23. conference tournament after The district finals arc at finishing, in first place dur­ Caledonia hosted Lakewood on Monday Oct. 21. The Lakewood, Saturday Oct. 26 ing the regular season. Wyoming Park defeated winner hosts Greenville on South Christian 2-1 in the Gold tournament finale last Wednesday. From the Caledonia losses to both earlier in the Battle, continued Fighting Scots’ varsity girls’ season. Carly Farvcr was an all­ team four girls were from page 21— tennis chosen to the O-K Gold all­ conference selection and fin­ 6, Caledonia 0. 1982 — Conference first team. ished third at the conference Caledonia 26, Wayland 19. “Besides showing im­ tourney. 1983 — Wayland 32, Cale­ provement throughout the Amy Jo Leatherman and donia 12. 1984 — Wayland season, each recipient did a Jenny Workman were also 24, Caledonia 0. 1985 — great job at our conference selected for all-conference Caledonia 20, Wayland 6. match,” said Scot coach honors after the went into 1986 — Caledonia 16. Way- Mike Wilson. the conference tournament land 13. 1987 — Caledonia First singles player Ra­ as the third seed, then de­ 14, Wayland 6. 1988 — chel Zylstra was named to feated the number two seed Caledonia 26, Wayland 7. the team after defeating op­ from Cedar Springs. The 1989 — Caledonia 28, Way- ponents from Wayland and Cedar Springs team had de­ land 7. 1990 — Wayland 24, South Christian at the con­ feated them in previous ac­ Caledonia 6. 1991 — Way- ference match to avenge tion. land 33. Caledonia 13. 1992 — Caledonia 57, Wayland 29. 1993 — Wayland 47, Caledonia 6. 1994 — WayCaledonia’s freshmen ond half.” land 24. Caledonia 22. 1995 soccer team finished their “The entire Caledonia — Caledonia 28, Wayland season Monday Oct. 14 with team played outstanding and 12. 1996 — Caledonia 34, a 1-0 loss to East Grand with a lot of heart.” Joe Pasquantanio, Mike Wayland 7. 1997 — Caledo­ Rapids. Despite many scoring op­ Markee, Ken Potter, Mike nia 16, Wayland 8. 1998 — Gless, and Nick Kokx Caledonia 25, Wav land 15. portunities the Scots were played well for the Scots 1999 _ Caledonia 22. Way- unable to net a goal. “East ?nd Caledonia were said Selkc, and Joel Green land 6. 2000 — Caledonia 41, Wayland 14. 2001 — fairly evenly matched and Tyler Bowden had great Waviand 18, Caledonia 13. throughout the game,” said contributions from outside Scot coach Kate Selkc. “Un­ midfield. 2002 — ? The freshmen team’s final Editor’s Note: The fortunately a defensive error Henika Public Library con­ allowed East to score the overall record stands at 5-9game winner during the sec­ 1. tributed to this report. Scot netters named all-Gold Scots’ frosh end with loss at EGR �The Sun and News. MiddlevHle Ml. October 22. 2002/Page 23 sPHOTO Where you get your photos processed DOES matter! It’s vacation time? Get the best reproduction possible from the professionals at Printing Plus. We help memories last forever! < 35mm Film Processing Janine Dalmon. manager of public relations at Felpausch. visited Lee elemen­ tary second graders in Middleville. 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"We have very talented riders on the team." said Coach Kelly Lloyd " Many of them show from early Spring through the Fall. They spend many hours and days working their horses, preparing for competitions " This is the fifth year in a row (six years total) of win­ ning a District Champion­ ship and competing for the State Championship Placing at State include a fifth place, two fourth places, a third place and last years Reserve State ('hampionship The Caledonia Equestrian Team will be the first Divi­ sion A team to compete at the State Championship for the newly organized District 19 In previous years the team competed in District 16. Thanks to you Barry County... 1,238 youth between the ages of 4 and 19 participate in over 100 different project areas through the Barry County 4-H. L nited Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community However, the district grew quite large and was split, or­ ganizing a new district. Also, competing at State Championship for District 19 is Grand Rapids Baptist, Division B and Grand Rap­ ids Christian, Division C. Riders for the Caledonia Equestrian Team include Hillary Braun. Megan Bush, Emily Dannison. Tara Heerspmk. Korin Hollinshead. Kam Huisman. Krista Huisman. Lindsay Jonkoff, Meagan O'Brien. Gena Ri­ nard, Christjon SaJonesMielke. Kate Sorensen. Tim Stouffer. Iris VanDen Torn, Heather Van Kalker. Amanda Werkema. Meggan Werkema and Lindsey Wyma. 'We are very excited about competing at the State Championship" exclaimed Coach Uoyd ’’The riders work very hard and are all very good. In fact, all of the riders are so good that it has been dif­ ficult for the coaches to de­ termine which riders to put in classes. We arc only al­ lowed three to four riders per class, and we have six to eight who could compete. 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When summer’s hot and hazy days begin to cool down, a tree must prepare for winter, and the result is an amazing array of autumn hues. • A tree’s nutrients begin to move from the leaves into the branches and trunk to store them for use during winter when the ground freezes. • The tree shuts down the venous system extending to the leaves. • As a result, the rate al which moisture and nutri­ ents rea^h the leaves is grad­ ually decreased, and photo­ synthesis. a simple process that turns light energy into chemical energy, ceases. • Chlorophyll, the green pigment in leaves, is destroyed by fall’s cool tem­ peratures and sunny days. • The ever-present brown, yellow and orange pigments, called carotenoids, are unmasked with the chloro­ phyll reduction. These pig­ ments are always in the Middle school helpline provides assistance for parents Sometimes parents don’t know where to turn for in­ formation. Sometimes they wonder about events at the middle school level but don’t want to bother the school receptionists. This year Thornapple Kellogg Middle School is trying an experiment with the Parent Helpline to sec if this will help. Parents with questions can call the helpline at 7955400 extension 6698. Parent volunteers will listen to the messages, find answers and return calls. Serious ques­ tions will be given to school staff to answer. Principal Mike Spahr says, “we hope to make par­ ents feel comfortable about, asking questions. We arc hoping the Helpline is a way to improve communication with parents. leaves but are hidden by the ample supply of chlorophyll. • Anthocyanin, the pig­ ment responsible for reds and purples, is produced in some species of trees, including dogwoods and oaks. • During the day. leaves produce large amounts of sugar, but cool nights pre­ sent the sap from flowing through the leaf veins and into the branches and trunk. The excess sugar sap and sunlight increase the produc­ tion of anthocyanin, and when the chlorophyll is gone it will uncover brilliant shades of crimson and vio­ let. The color-change process continues until the veins in the leaves are completely closed, and the leaves fall to the ground. But. until that happens. Michigan foliage fanatics can expect a visual delight courtesy of a mild summer with sufficient rain­ fall and cool (but not freez­ ing) evenings. This group of Thornapple Kellogg Middle School cheerleaders was coached by three high school cheerleaders Cheering on the middle school teams Garage Sale FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 2 When irrkii 9 The girls cheered on the seventh and eighth grade football teams during their home games. 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Rueter Staff Writer Samantha Nemecek (pro­ nounced Nemecheck) may appear to be just a typical underclassman (sophomore) at Caledonia High School, but put a fencing weapon in her hand and she rises to the top of her class. Nemecek took first place in the Cadet division at the Morgan Stanley Inaugural Fencing Festival in Chicago Sept. 28 and 29. She re- Samantha Nemecek has something to flash her trademark smile at. Her hard work and dedica­ tion to the sport of fenc­ ing earned her a first place title in the Cadet division (16 and under) as well as third place in the Junior event (19 and under) at the Morgan Stanley Festi­ val. Samantha Nemecek during the Morgan Stanley Inaugural Fencing Festival in Chicago. ceived a $100 in a college scholarship fund for her re­ sults. Samantha, with her trade­ mark smile, seemed the most pleased that she re­ ceived first place because, “I was up against all guys.” Nemecek takes instruc- Great Gift! 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Experts told Professor Higbee that reports were rnposstoie. Because the maps were ported n non-priotographe blue. Then, m 1991.«the age of 91. Howard Higbee s dream came true Computers made it possible to reprint the map- Holding an updated map. Howard said, *1 never thought I’d We to see this day.’ Then, by combining Professor Higbee's knowledge with computer technotogy—the STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. Why every angler and boater needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the anglers catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into...there’s a sure way to up your odds...simply try new fishing walers. Now, with this map you can find hidden streams and lakes. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them overlooked. From the AuSable River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Pere Marquette River...thousands of miles of streams, lakes and rivers on both the upper and lower peninsulas are now easy-to-locate on one map. 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One of the leading points that Mike Nemecek makes to first-timers is that whether you are working with the epee, foil or saber types of “swords,” it is called a weapon and will be treated as such with respect and caution. Fencing is a very disci­ plined sport, not like the swashbuckling, swordplay that is seen on television. It takes endurance, dedication and agility to be at a com­ petitive level. West Michigan Fencing Academy had several place holders at the Morgan Stanley Festival including Nemecek s first in the Cadet event (16 and under), among 13 entries as well as third place in the Junior event (19 and under) among 20 entries. They also had four place holder in the Youth event (14 and under), second place, James Fcldkamp among 11 entries (he received $25 in a college scholarship fund) for his results; third place, Glen Stern; fourth place, Matthew Nemecek (a nephew) and sixth place, Lucas Bradley. For further information about The West Michigan Fencing Academy, contact l he Nemecek’s at 245-5104 or visit their website al www.wmfa.org. POLICE BEAT Gun Lake man bound over on murder charge A 56-year-old Gun Lake area was bound over to cir­ cuit court in Kent County on murder and felony weapons charges man. Gordon M. Lyons is being charged with the Oct. 25, 2001, Grand Rapids area murder of William Edward Drummond IL He was bound over by Judge Sara Smolenski in 63rd District Court in Kent County. According to sheriff’s de­ tectives, Lyons was an ac­ quaintance of the victim whose truck was found run­ ning and crashed into a building neat 68th Street and East Paris Avenue. Authorities said Drummond was the husband of a woman with whom Lyons was hav­ ing an affair. Lyons is currently being held in the Kent County Correctional Facility with­ out bond. A preliminary exam is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 12, at 9 a m. in Cascade 63rd District Court. Lyons, who lives on Parker Drive in Yankee Springs Township, is the former owner of the Car­ riage House Restaurant in Martin which made news when he moved the building to Watson Township after a dispute over a liquor license, according to sources. He is also the current owner of a large, collection of discarded tires located near Martin on Watson Township next to US 131 expressway, police said. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs... D* J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 North M-43 Highway Hastings, Michigan 49058 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings k (just past the city limits) y / At the gray barn or call 945-9105 �The Sun and News Middleville Mi October 22. 2002/Page 27 Scots’ frosh dominate Park, 40-0 The Caledonia freshmen football team put another mark in the win column with a 40-0 victory over Wyo­ ming Park. The Scots arc now 6-1, and undefeated in O-K Gold play. The Scots played well de­ fensively as they held the Vikings to zero first downs and only 23 total yards. Caledonia s defense also forced two fumbles, recov­ ered by Rob Hamly and Kyle Cromer. Clay Berridge intercepted a Wyoming Park pass as well. Offensively the Scots had 308 yards on 42 carries be­ hind the physical offensive line of Ronnie Vidcan. Drew Vandcrveen. Kyle Schmidt, Joshua Neely, Alex Olrich, Bryce Morrow, and Kyle Cromer. Scot quarterback Daniel Spitz.lcy threw for 47 yards and rushed for 42. ( had Burrows led Caledonia’s rushing attack with five car­ ries for 106 yards. Business Services BIEAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors Free Estimates. Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www bleameaves.com FOR ALL YOUR FLOORING NEEDS: carpet, hard wood, ceramic tile. Low pri­ ces, free estimates, (269)9459631____________________ HOME STYLE CON­ STRUCTION. new con­ struction, remodeling, roof­ ing, siding, it decks We do it all. 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Our defense held on to get us the vic­ tory.” Julie Slot led the Fighting Scots with 14 points on the night, and Mindy Bode added 11. Stauffer said that Caledo­ nia got “great rebounding from Shelby King and Bode” The win pushed Caledo­ nia back over .500 in the Gold. Their conference mark now stands at 5-4. The victory at Cedar Springs came two nights af­ ter the girls fell against Kenowa Hills. Tuesday Oct. 15 the Knights bested the Scots 5447 to close out the first half of the O-K Gold season. Caledonia led by four go­ ing into the fourth quarter, then Kenowa picked up their defense, said Stauffer. “We made some errors and they got a three point lead with about two minutes left.” The Scots then began to pressure Kenowa. fouling them to try to get back in the game, but “we did not have enough time to pick up the w in.” said Stauffer. Slot led Caledonia with 20 points. She also pulled down seven rebounds. Caledonia’s leading re­ bounder was King with eight. Amanda Jahndal and Bode both added eight points for the Fighting Scots. Hastings visits Caledonia Tuesday Oct. 22, then Thursday Oct. 24 the Scots visit Sparta. Caledonia should have a good chance to get a couple of victories against the bottom two teams in the Gold. Fighting Scots’ junior center Mindy Bode goes up over the Knights' de­ fense for two of her eight points in Caledonia’s win last week. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 'n nice rfarn e/eb rattan October 24, 25 & 26 Come and experience the 50 year tradition of personal service, quality and value that sets Swierenga Jewelers apart. SAVE 10% TO 50% STOREWIDE • 14K Gold • Tissot, Seiko, Bulova, Pulsar Watches • Diamond and Gems • Rings, Bracelets * Pearls, Earrings • And much more! With in-store specials, free layaways and complimentary gift wrapping. This is the perfect time and place for your Christmas shopping. SINCE IML Jj 1 9 4 9 A SwierengA CALEDONIA, MICHIGAN 9369 Cherry Valley S.E. 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It all adds up to TK hold­ ing the O-K Blue title alone this season instead of shar­ ing it with Calvin Christian. It would have all been moot if Trojans could have beaten Calvin in the tourna­ ment final in Middleville Thursday Oct. 17. TK took a 1-0 lead with about 17 minutes left in the first half when Kyle Holst banged in a loose ball that was bouncing around in the Calvin goal mouth after a Trojan corner kick. Calvin responded ten minutes into the second half on a long throw in. It Squires took advantage of their height as the ball skipped off two Squire heads and over TK goal keeper Casey Aubil for a 1-1 tie. It looked like the Trojans had taken the lead back ten minutes later when Holst sent a beautiful centering ball to Eric Smith. Smith leapt up and knocked the ball out of the air. over the Calvin Christian keeper’s head, but it was ruled a dan gerous play by the referee. “Everybody on our team knows a calls a call," said McCrumb after the game. “It was a dangerous play ." Aubil preserved the tic with a couple of big saves late in the half, and the teams went into over time Only nine minutes into the overtime the Squires were awarded a free kick, Aubil knocked the ball out of the Trojan goal mouth, but his teammates couldn’t clear the ball all the way out Calvin snuck a shot through to win 2-1. TK hosted one of the top teams in Division II in the state Lowell on Monday in the first round of Districts. “Maybe that’s what hurt us,” said McCrumb, “looking to Lowell.” If TK survived Monday’s show down they’ll visit Hastings at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday Oct. 23. The district finals arc at Lake­ wood High School Saturday Oct. 26 at 11a.m. TK got to the Blue final with a 2-0 win over Godwin in the semi-finals. Mark Majeur returned from injury to score both goals for the Tro­ jans in the win. Can 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad. Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-10-29.pdf 10f55fe48dd10d545a507e4565f6721c PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 44/October 29, 2002 131st year Caledonia Twp. planner Finkbeiner resigns by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer John Finkbeiner resigned from his post on the Caledo­ nia Township Planning Commission, it was an­ nounced earlier this month. Finkbeiner is not to be of Oct. 21 Finkbeiner. was appointed confused with the person charged with stalking last to the Planning Commission week. His picture was in March 1999. He filled a placed with another story by position left vacant by Dick a mistake in the layout pro­ Dunn. Finkbeiner said he re­ cedure of the Sun and News signed because recently the commission was meeting so often he did not have the time available to do the kind of job required, on the com­ mission and in the rest of his life. He had to take time to Middleville man improving after car accident A 37-ycar-old Middleville man’s condition has been upgraded from serious to fair at Spectrum Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered in an Oct. 12 crash which deputies be­ lieve was alcohol related. Kyle Paul Jacobson was a passenger in a car driven by his brother, Phillip Jacob­ son, at 12:45 a.m. on Davis Road near Valley Ridge Drive where the car left the roadway, circled around, re­ entered the roadway, then left the roadway again and struck a tree. Phillip Harold Jacobson told deputies they had been drinking at the Swamp Fox Bar in Middleville and were on their way home when he swerved to miss a deer, lost control and hit a tree, ac­ cording to a report released this week by the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. Kyle Jacobson’s head ap­ parently struck the wind­ shield of the car and was un­ responsive when he was taken by medical helicopter to Grand Rapids, where he remains as of press time Wednesday, Oct. 23. Deputy Angela Solomon found no evidence of a deer in the vicinity of the crash. Phillip Jacobson reportedly told her he had drank five to six beers prior to the crash. Solomon’s investigation also revealed that the car was allegedly accelerating as it turned around in the field and re-entered the roadway. Charges of operating un­ der the influence of alcohol and reckless driving against Phillip Jacobson are still pending. slow down. "1 enjoyed working with my fellow commissioners," he said. "It was not that I had any difference of opin­ ion with the decisions, or anything like that." Following Finkbeiner’s resignation, the commission voted to pass a resolution of appreciation to Finkbeiner for his past service. As one of his commission duties, he had also filled a position on the Zoning Board of Ap­ peals. The Planning Commis­ This photo of John Fink­ sion recommended to the beiner of Caledonia ran in Township Board that Com­ error last week in a Sun & missioner Mike Mercier be News story about Charles appointed to fill that ZBA Edkins. the owner of position formerly held by Baby Bliss being arrested Finkbeiner. Finkbeiner has been a life and charged with stalking. Finkbeiner has not been long resident of the townarrested for anything. See Finkbeiner resigns, pg. 3 ‘Guys and Dolls’ production set at Caledonia High School by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Hot Box Dancers have an opportunity to “strut their stuff”’’ when the Cale­ donia fall musical “Guy and Dolls” hits the stage Nov. 14. 15 and 16. The High Roller guys have practiced their lines as well. When Guys and Dolls opened in 1950 for the first of its 1,200 performances on Broadway, the 1940s were already becoming a mem­ ory. But for the cast and crew of the Caledonia High School’s production of the fast-paced musical, the 1940s are an amazing ad­ venture to romp through. Samantha Nemecek. also known for her fencing prow­ ess (see the Oct. 22 edition of the Sun & News), stars as the modest missionary Sarah Brown, who catches the eye of gambler Sky Masterson, played by Ryan Penfold. The tangled web of this relationship is reflected on that of Adelaide and Nathan Detroit. Angie Kline brings humanity to the illness tested Adelaide. Adelaide and the Hot Box Dancers light up the stage as she tries to convince Detroit (played by Derek Brown) that a 14year engagement is long enough. Guys and Dolls had a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. It was based on the Damon Runyon short story “The Idyll of Sarah Brown.” This show includes a floating crap game, hummaHigh Rollers in their 40’s era costumes are ready for that Floating Crap game Feather boas at trie ready trie Hot Box girls surround trie mgrit dub owner Ade­ laide played by Angie Kline. The Hot Box girls are ready to smg and dance nto the hearts of the audience for Guys and Dolls on Nov. 14 15 and 16 ble music and the combined talents of many student ac­ tors and behind the scenes support. Support comes from the community as well. Busi­ nesses have provided finan­ cial support, supplies and are helping with promotion. "This year businesses could join the High Rollers or The Lucky Seven levels of support. High Rollers are Caledo­ nia Lumber. Hungry' Howies Pizza, the Kostume Room and the State Bank of Cale­ donia. The Lucky Seven are Ap­ plied Imaging. J-Ad Graph­ ics. Friends of the CHS Players, Hastings City Bank. Seif Chiropractic, Stewart Systems Subway, and Swierenga Jewelers. Director and producer of this “better than Broadway” production Jeanette Ruthven says, “We cannot begin to express our level of appre­ ciation to our local busi­ nesses who support our stu­ dents and families. We want the community to know how very important it is that we in turn support these busi­ nesses.” Guys and Dolls will be presented at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center Thursday, Fri­ day and Saturday, Nov. 14. 15 and 16, at 7:30 p.m. There is also a matinee at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. Tickets arc $5 in advance and are available now. Res­ ervations may be made by calling 891-6207. Tickets will be $6 at the door. In This Issue Middleville riddle-treasure hunt begins Wednesday Grand Rapids woman injured in auto accident Middleville Council approves Towne Centre plans Caledonia planners want to talk over county storm water ordinance �Page 2/The Sun and News. Mi<Wle*l&MI/Octot>er 29. 2002 tm a m** Middleville riddle/treasure hunt begins Wednesday When Tom DeVries be­ came pastor of the Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed Church this past summer, he became very enthusiastic about the Middleville com­ munity. He and church members have participated in Heritage Days and spon­ sored free workshops on fi­ nances and cancer. His enthusiasm has not waned. Now he is sponsor­ ing a “Middleville Riddle Treasure Hunt” contest with a treasure, donated by local businesses, worth between $15O-$2OO. The game consists of 17 riddles which will be re­ vealed two lines at a time. Each of these couplets will be identified. For example, couplet 1A will be the first two lines of Riddle #1 and couplet 3C will be lines 5 and 6 of riddle 3. Answer sheets will be available at the game’s sponsors beginning Wednes­ day, Oct. 30. DeVries will post these The game will end when couplets, (which may not be someone using the clues in order) on the sign in front from the riddle finds the key of the Middleville Christian to the treasure. The first per­ Reformed Church on West son to find the key will win Main Street on Mondays, all the prizes. Wednesdays and Fridays. “Sometimes I will need both sides of the sign to complete Readyour Sun the couplet.” DeVries says. & News every Riddle solvers should pull into the church parking lot week for a to read the sign. Clues from the previous week will be recap of the available on Saturdays at the sponsors. On Tuesdays, the previous previous week’s clues will be printed in the Sun and week's clues! News. DeVries has created some wickedly hard clues and some easier ones. But the DeVries has provided a clues may not be revealed in few hints for puzzle solvers. order. It is important for rid­ “Some of the riddles deal dle solvers to pay attention with things in Middleville to their answer sheet and fill specifically. For example, a in their answers in the right riddle could be about the spot. number of state champion­ “The answer to a riddle ships won by the TK girl's will usually (but not always) cross country team or about be a number,” DeVries says. a local business,” he says. “Other riddles will use general know ledge, perhaps about one of the planets. There will be no clues about Grand Rapids. Caledonia or Hastings.” DeVries states. The rules of this game in­ clude pulling into the park­ ing lot to read the clues, players must observe all civil laws and regulations. Anyone breaking laws try­ ing to win this game will be disqualified. DeVries says, “There is no need to race anywhere to find the key. The game is designed so that it is very unlikely that two people will come up with the final an­ swer at the same time.” DeVries has hidden the key in and accessible and safe place and has provided a list of places it won't be. These include anywhere higher than 6 feet off the ground, within 10 feet of a paved road, under ground, under a bridge, within 15 feet of water, on state land that is open for hunting. Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church properly, any school grounds or prop­ erty or inside a building. DeVries says, "the key is located somewhere within Thornapple Township.” Places to look for the key in­ clude the outside area of a store, business or office building, a park, hiking trail, village property or attached to some object in a field within 100 yards of a road. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video. Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe. Phil's. Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000. 4 Star Video. TK Kitchen. Middleville market Place. Pharmacy Care. Desert Sun Hair and Tanning. Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and Call DeVries at 795-3667. "I hope people enjoy this contest and have a lot of fun doing it.” DeVries says. "Best Wishes!” TK conferences set Most schools in the Thor­ napple Kellogg School Dis­ trict will hold conferences during the week of Novem­ ber 4-8. McFall Elementary School will set up individual times to meet with parents. Any parent who has not received notice about sched­ uling a conference should call the individual school for information. Auditions for Village Players Nov. 3 Auditions for the dinner theater production of Opera­ tion Murder will be held on Nov. 3 at Lincoln Meadows. This Village Players pro­ duction will be performed on Feb. 14. 15. 21. 22. 28 and March 1. this audience involvement murder mystery comedy has a cast of 6 men and 8 women of varying ages. It takes place during a game show. The past dinner thea- sfteev leasuve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY Sir1"1 Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil’s Pizza) Call 795"7719 For Your Appointment!____ ter productions have played to sellout crowds. Directors Darlene Schellinger and Cheryl Cravcro invites anyone in­ teresting in being a part of this production to attend. Anyone with questions about the auditions or who would like to review a script can call Schellinger at 7953652 or Cravero at 7957868. The regular meeting of The Village Players of Mid­ dleville will be held follow­ ing the auditions. All mem­ bers are requested to attend and anyone interest in learn­ ing more about the organiza­ tion is invited to stop by. The latest addition to the “Vintage Village” series is the John Keeler home. It can be purchased for $15 at Shear Pleasure. Pharmacy Care and Thomapple Floral. CANDY CHECK!!! HALLOWEEN NIGHT AT UAW LOCAL 1002 285 S. WASHINGTON ST. • MIDDLEVILLE Union members and the public are welcome to come and Trick or Treat and get their candy checked between 7pm & 8:30pm by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. I Trick or Treat times will be from 5:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. Come have coffee, donuts, cider, andget^mecMdv ©ifir Turkey Trot sign up time in Middleville It’ll soon be time to hit the streets in Middleville again for the 2002 Turkey Trot to help support the TKHS track and cross-country teams. It’s time again for the Middleville Turkey Trot. TK track and cross-coun­ try coach Tammy Benjamin is trying to get things set for her eighth year of holding the annual race. Proceeds go to help support the TK High School’s track and cross­ country teams. The 5K. 10K. and 12 year old and under Fun Run are set for Nov. 9 and start from the Thornapple Kellogg High School at 10a.m. All participants will re­ ceive an Finisher award, while the top overall male and female runners in the 5K and 10K races will re­ ceive awards supplied by the Tom Otto Turkey Farm. Entry fee is $13.00 and includes a T-shirt if received before Nov. 1. A $10.00 no t-shit option is available. The cost is $15.00 for late or race day registration, with no T-shirt guaranteed at that point. Check in and late registra­ tion will be held in the TK High School’s cafeteria on up at the TK High School. race day from 8 a.m. until For more information 9:45 a.m. contact Benjamin at (269) Entry forms can be picked 795-7603. Caledonia Arts and Crafts Bazaar Caledonia High School Saturday, November 2, 2002 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free Admission Free Parking Raffle Lunch Served 11:30-2:00 COME ENJOY THE DAY! j �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 29. 2002/Page 3 Local restaurant continues Halloween party tradition bv Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Little ghosties and goblins and ghouls once again will be enjoying themselves this Halloween season at the an­ nual Halloween party at Sam’s Joint in Alaska. But that wasn't always the case The party has evolved from a full-fledged haunted house into more of a party atmosphere. But it still takes a lot of time to or­ ganize and decorate. “Last year we almost didn't have the party.” said Day Manager Caric Gort. “But we had so many locals call up and ask for it that we decided to go ahead with it.” Cornstalks. cobwebs and pumpkins decorate the This year the crew re­ entrance to Sam s Joint in Alaska. solved to start the project a little earlier to ease the rush team), takes several weeks. ketball. apple bobbing and. of getting ready for the Cobwebs seem to hang from of course, that storytelling party Why all the fuss? Just every available space, witch. Don't worry if your little set out some pumpkins and ghosts, spiders, pumpkins, dress someone up like a skulls and other Halloweeny ghostie missed the party last witch — right? Not if you’re fair round out the restaurant night. They have another Sam’s Joint. They go all out dlcor, both upstairs and chance to attend tonight (Tuesday) from 5 to 9 p.m. with decorations, craft and downstairs. Sam’s Joint in Alaska is Downstairs is set up for game stations, as well as a the little ones to enjoy them­ located at 7449 - 68th Stt. storytelling witch. The decorating, which is selves with various fun and For more information about done by Cheryl and Rick spooky activities, including the party, call 616-698Rockwell (a mother and son face painting, pumpkin bas­ 1833. Finkbeiner resigns, continued from page 1 ship and is well known for growth issues on both the his service on the Board of state and national level. Finkbeiner was involved Educa lion, from 1979 through 199$. He followed a in legislation to make farm tradition of public service land assessments based on established by his father, agricultural value rather than who was on the Board of on the basis which is driven Review for several years, b and that added to his aware­ tential for real estate, to help ness of public concerns in­ farmers offset high taxes •hat can pressure farms out volving many issues. A dairy farmer, Finkbei­ of business. He said there were only ner is presently a board member on the Kent County about three dairy farms left Farm Bureau, and has in the township at the time served as president of the he first sat on the Planning Farm Bureau in the past. In Commission. Creating tran­ sitional zones for farm lands that capacity, he helped lobby for farms and farm is­ is important if farms are to sues, school issues, and be continue to operate, he said. The opportunity of pro­ viding for transitional areas which would support farm­ ing in Caledonia had already passed. At the time he joined the Planning Commission, he said. "I think more farmers need to serve on local boards and to be involved in the growth occurring all over. Growth affects every­ thing. It is important to plan for the growth so it happens in ways that are good for people who live in an area." he said. Finkbeiner was interested in achieving a balance bet­ ween growth and open lands, and not just the nar­ row perspective of protect­ ing farm lands. Fmkbciner’s educational background includes at­ tend mg MSV, where he studied soil and water con­ servation. Of all his accom­ plishments, Finkbeiner says he is most proud of his fam­ ily. His favorite pastime, w hen possible, was to attend the school events where his kids were involved. He and his wife, Beth, have three children. Son Josh was attending school at that time and has advanced to working on his masters at this time, study­ ing to become an aerospace engineer. He has been hon­ ored as one of the top stu­ dents in the nation and has been working in the sum­ mers for NASA. Daughter Jenny is a sen­ ior at WML and will gradu­ ate next spring with a teach­ ing degree in elementary education. Son Jacob is a freshman at Alma, enrolled in a music curriculum and is hoping to be a music teacher and/or a band conductor. People interested in ap­ plying for the Planning Commission post may apply at the township office, and would be appointed by the Township Board. Trick or Treat Party sponsored by local union The second Trick or Treat Party sponsored by UAW Local 1002 in Middleville will be held Halloween night, Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The union budding is lo­ cated at 285 S. Washington Street next to Bradford White and there is plenty of parking. The party begins at 5:30 and is a great place for fami­ lies to begin their evening with games, coffee, donuts, cider and off course, candy. Or families can stop on their way home for refresh­ ments while they have the candy picked up during the official “Trick or Treat” hours of 6 to 8 30 p.m. checked by members of the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment Correction to last week’s Sun & News: The women in this pic­ ture were identified as having been of service in the Caledonia School Dis­ trict for two years. They have been with the district for 20 years. Front, left. Amy DeLille and Sue Bushman Back row from left. Sue Siler and Chen (Char) Kowal. Middleville woman wins $15,833 in ‘Rolldown’ A Middleville woman experienced a bit of Lottery luck upon winning a $15,833 Michigan Rolldown jackpot prize in the Oct. 3 drawing. The winning numbers for that day’s drawing were 3, 18. 22, 25 and 26. In total for the Oct. 3 drawing. 16,449 winners shared $53,680 in prizes. In addition to the sole jackpot winner, 50 winners matched four numbers to win a $130 prize, 1,661 winners match­ ed three numbers to win a $10 prize; and 14.737 win­ ners matched two numbers to win the $1 prize. The winner, who request­ ed anonymity, purchased the winning ticket at Felpausch in Hastings. She chose her winning number combina­ tion based upon the birth­ days of family members. “I looked up the winning numbers on the Lottery’s web site (www.michigan. gov/lottery) and was shock­ ed to learn 1 had won the jackpot.” she exclaimed. The winner, who works at Hastings Mutual Insurance, kept the winning ticket in her purse at all times to ensure its safety prior to claiming her prize at the Lottery’s regional office in Wyoming. The lucky lady added that she plans to save her winnings for the future. Michigan Rolldown’s first drawing was held on Feb. 28, 2000. Drawings arc held seven days a week at 7:29 p.m. The cost to play is $1 per wager. Tickets arc avail able at more than 7,(XX) Lottery retailers statewide. Nothing but Sweets and Nothing but Treats! TK SECONDARY LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Oct. 30 Lunchables, bologna/salami and cheese or com dog on a stick, veggie sticks, applesauce, milk. Thursday, Oct. 31 Beef gravy and noodles w/dinner roll or cheesey bur­ rito, California blend, fresh grapes, milk. FULL St ft vice SALON &nptri> gtnh C Alt DONI A, Ml 4*11* �Page 4fThe Sun and News. Middleville Mi/October 29 2002 Cub Scouts help with tail gate party Cub Scouts in Middleville Pack 3065 will be helping the Middleville Market Place with its Tailgate Party on Saturday. Nov. 2 from 11 See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn a.m. to 5 p.m. The Tailgate Party fea­ tures hot dogs or bratwursts. chips and a drink for $1.50. The pack will earn 50 cents from each meal sold to be used for scouting activities. The Middleville Market­ place hopes to capitalize on the competition of fans as they cheer on their favorites during the Michigan State University of Michigan game. In other scouting business Theresa Dickerson reports the pack earned $587 on their cake auction. Ribbons for first, second and third place went to Derek Fredenburg. Anthony Buzzotta and Josh Richards for scouting theme cakes. Nicholas Replogle. Brandon Warner and Zach Edwards received ribbons for their patriotically decorated cakes. Cakes decorated in honor of Halloween earned ribbons for Chad blank. Charlie Harper and Josh VanSickle. Among the most unusual cakes brought to the auction those baked and decorated by Daniel Montroy. James Vannette and Tyler Agostini w ere aw arded ribbons. Scouts are in the midst of their annual popcorn sale. For information about Cub Scout Pack 3065 events or the popcorn sale call Dickerson al 795-4585. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Litdng Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship .9 30 a.m. Fellowship Time . .. .1035 a.m Sunday School 10 50a.m. Evening Praise ............................... 6.00 p m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 6Hth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M II 1 I o place to belong I I CHURCH o ploce to become (non-traditional, informal) Sunday Morning Worship 9: JO fc 1190 a m. Youth Ministry ........................ 891-0576 How meeting in our new building at 817S Broadmoor4 Rrv Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Cipt u. Worship leader Denny Houma, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-8910287 Visit out web site www.brightside org______ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world " Sunday Worship . .9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the Schixil Year) FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 708 W. Main Street Bnxr N. Strwart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE ( hiidren s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs . . YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Wfjc ®l(j (Eime iHetljobifit (Cljurcl) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) 9:30a.m. 11:00a.m. 1100a.m. Worship Sunday School Adult Bible Class Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. .......... £:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6 30 PM Sunday Sch<x>l 9:45 AM All Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office 891-86W WWW iserv net' - stpsul SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Woytand Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd f northwest of Gun lube) Sat Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m. 9:30 a m Mass at St Thetese Church m Wayland while renovations are being made _______________ 792-2889_____________ Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Church: (616) 795-2391 (Missouri Synod) Traditional Service Morning Worship Service 10:00 a.m Sunday School ................. 11:15 a m. Evening Worship Service 6.00 p.m. 9:45 a.m. 11 00 a m. 6:00 p.m 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. + St Paul Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia _______________ 1 mile west of M 37 ________ 698-9660 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CI IURCI I Preaching the Living Word - Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .10 30 a m. (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available.) 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 A Church for today’s world Currently meeting at: One mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th Si. Rev P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun 6 >() pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tmtuyer, Community Calling Meeting you. your friends, and your family - ng 111 where you ‘re at - through Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care aad Programs Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . ,9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Worship Hours 900 a m and 1030 i m. A CALEDONIA rr UNITED METHODIST Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages. Formore information: (616) 891-8119 or www.pcacgchurvhw ffeut CemmemUy Cwmpru Phn<iCvy wndSeonce —Lighting Up Lives for Qod— Lakeside Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Community Church A Place for Family & Friends 6201 Wbutnev vibe Avenue. Also Hour 11:00 am Wednesday CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9 30am Sunday School for All Ages 1045a m Evening Worship 6 00 p m. Pastor Roger Bullman • Chore* Office: 8*8-0191 www lakesidecomtnmity erg Family Sight 5:45-8:00 pm Paste* Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Caledonia 616-69M0O1 ndetmaVhservjiet .4 nww.ndttmacownant.org aftiu riwyfcaf CmamaN Oumhn dMunt ALASKA CONGREGADON 9 45 a tn ('hurch School. Sunday ot 2nd Street and 14 2nd Avenue £30 aa* Tradmuul Sumin Schuui for Afl Agrc Morning Worship 11 00 a m Sunday Evening sen ice McCann Rd. WAYFARER. 1115 am Ccnkwporan 1U 00 a m pm b 30 p m UTTOrsro hmw • M»u\ KNOBL Waoahtt 891-8028 • e-mad net Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www ^qyfqrercc orf *15 A.M. Morning Prayer -ritz, Co^r-vmon 2nd Sonca,> 11:00 A.M. Hoty Communion 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phoee 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vrca* - Rev David T. Must wick church 8546 WhrtneyvMte Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 (In Inmg) FT Fnends Ne-SdxxiS* Frayn Mcru^ Wedoesdn Pastor EG Frizzed Church Ph 616468-6810 • Pastor 's Ph 616497-6'tu 2415 Sunday Monung Vbrdup 10 50 a tn 7 30pm 930 om. 1100 am 945 am 1100 am. 60M00pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795 9266 Bible Located in Leighton Township Corner Praise Singing $ Wed Fellowship Mddevile Morning Wonhp Sunday School (Adufti) Nursery - Gode 5 Sr. rtgh - Sun Evenrg Jr rtgh - Grades 68. Wed Everang ■WHITNEYVILLE ComitiMnify o| C^ri$t Leighton Church 8146 68m St near Wb-tneyvde Ave Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhp Sunday Nov. 3: "C elebrating with the Saints" Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891-8669 Fax S91-864H ww w cakdoauumc org M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church 250 \ inc Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vme) Worship Services .8 30 a tn and 11 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 a tn Coffee Fellowship.................................. 10 30 a m (Nursery available throughout) UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M l79 H.ghwav (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49 Ug • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dennis Ross Church; (616) 868-4725 HC IXC1 ■ "The Church where everybody is tomebody and Jesus is Lord” Meeting at Caledonia High School SuxXry Schoo 930 am Sunday Momng Wonhp . 10 30 am. Meeting at cnopet on Whrtneyvle Ave >JY»y Evenrg Worshp 6 00 p m Wea >Aa#eek Prayer 8 Study 700pm Sev ’homes SLys Pastor • 2ev Kan 8osw. Assoc Pastor Weosre wnuneyvieocie ag �The Sun and News. MkkfleviWe. Ml/October 29. 2002/Page 5 Evangelist to speak at Middleville Baptist Middleville Methodist bazaar will be Nov. 2 The Middleville United Methodist Church is holding is annual bazaar Saturday. Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. This combination of har­ vest bazaar and farmer's market will have something for just about everyone. Look for the women wear­ ing overalls for help finding items. The doughnut chefs will be hard at work, starting at 6 a.m., cooking up the freshest doughnuts around. The de­ lectable products of their la­ bor become available at 9 a.m. when the bazaar opens.. The talents bakers in the church also will have brought their tastiest items to the bake sale. There will be plenty of hand crocheted items, appliqued aprons and other needlework available for purchase. There will be Christmas themed items as well. One booth will be filled with plants and another with the products of the harvest. There will be a table of sweets and even peacock feathers. Lunch will be served begining at about 11 a.m. The Middleville United Methodist Church is located on Main Street in Mid­ dleville east of M-37 High­ way. Lorraine Otto (on right) looks on and laughs as Lois Bremer (left) and Carol Boggs dance with a scarecrow, the mascot of the Harvest Bazaar at the Middleville United Methodist Church on Saturday. Nov. 2. Trojan gridders end fall with win quarterback Chad Baragar and sophomore running back Darrin Tape took what­ ever fight was left in the Wolverines away in the sec­ ond half when they hooked up for two touchdowns. The first, a little quick pass from Baragar to Tape that turned into a 57-yard touchdown to put TK up 246 after senior tight end Ryan Adams scored his final points for the Trojans with a two-point conversion catch. The second was a 93-yarder, the Trojans showed the same look as the 57-yarder, but this time Tape took off on the hitch and go, hauled in Baragar’s pass down field, and out raced every­ one to the endzone to score the Trojans’ final TD of the season. Senior fullback Nick Otto plunged over on the two-point conversion try. Baragar playing his final game for the Trojans at quarterback completed six of seven pass attempts for yards, and two touch­ Call 945-9554 213 downs. Baragar got things for TK in the first to place your going quarter. His 9-yard touch­ Sun & News down run put the Trojans up 6-0 early. ACTION-Adl Senior Justin VanSpronsen got the next one for the Reach over 11,000 area homes Trojans. He took the pigskin Trojan fans can take a lit­ tle comfort in the way the season ended for TK’s var­ sity football team. The orange and black fin­ ish the year on a three game win streak after beating Godwin in the season finale at Bob White Stadium 4213. TK coach Tim Penfield said. "It was a nice way to finish, with a three game win streak. We played real well.” Although the Trojans fin­ ished the season with a 4-5 record, 3-4 in the Blue, they can take some solace in the fact that every team that beat them this season was a play­ off team. TK put the period on the story of the 2002 season with an offensive explosion against the bottom team in the O-K Blue. The combination of senior for an 87-yard ride into the endzone, and Darrin Tape's two-point conversion run put TK up 14-0. VanSpronsen led the Tro­ jans in rushing in his finale. He carried the ball just five times, but racked up 107 yards and two touchdowns. VanSpronsen also led the defense with six tackles and a fumble recovery Godwin would strike back when their quarterback Rick Ortiz scrambled 67-yards for a touchdown, cutting the Trojan lead to 14-6. After Godwin cut the Tro­ jans’ early lead to 14-6 TK came back with a couple more touchdowns before half time to pull away from the visiting Wolverines. Following the Godwin score Baragar ran in from 6 yards out, and then Van­ Spronsen scored on a 2-yard run before the half. TK took a 26-6 lead into the locker rooms. Penfield said that "it’s a little disappointing for our seniors coming off last year’s district championship, but considering the injuries we played well." One of those injured most of this season was junior fullback Kyle Farris. Farris came back strong to end the season, rushing 14 times for 89 yards against Godwin. The First Baptist Church of Middleville will sponsor a Spiritual Life Crusade from Sunday, Nov. 3. to Wednes­ day. Nov. 6. “Person Revival" will be the general theme of the senes of special services. Pastor Bruce Stewart and his membership have invited Harold Vaughan to be the principal speaker for the week. He will speak at 9:45 a.m.. 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Nov. 3. and at 7 p.m. on each weekday evening through Wednesday. Nov. 6. Having ministered in 46 states and five foreign coun­ tries. Harold’s dominant theme is that "revival is needed in the individual life and in the corporate life of the church today." There will be special music nightly during the crusade. A nursery will be provided for small children. Evangelist Harold Vaughan Young children ages 4-9 will have a nightly Kid’s Krusade provided for them. The public is welcome to attend any of the services. Call 945-9554 f or classilied ads Masters in the art of clipper & scissor cuts for men... Contempo Salon Caledonia village Centre 616-891-1093 J/teAP id a difgcAencc! Will it take six strong men to bring you back into the church? Our church welcomes you no matter what condition you're in, but we’d really prefer to see you breathing. Come join us in the love, worship and fellowship of Jesus Christ this Sunday. If KiitTs r lioiiMgiiincni I £?• ‘Halloween Costumes Infant's * Children’s % Womcn s * Men’s * Plus Sizes (large selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Shoes * Evening Gowns * Hand Crafted Jewelry CHILDREN S PLAY AREA! Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., Middleville Michigan ■ 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center inghtonu-37> . 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 1 Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 11 a.m. Weekday Bible Study, Wednesday, 9 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora (616) 795-2391 | 1 1 Hours. Uor & Wee 10-7 pm Turn thrt & Ri 1(W pm S< 10-3 pr^^ �Page 6/The Sun and News. MiddleviMe Ml/October 29, 2002 State Rep. candidates are study in contrasts by David T. Young Editor The First Friday debate in Hastings Oct. 25 between 87th District State Represen­ tative candidates was a clas­ sic study in contrasts. In one corner was the in­ cumbent Republican. State Rep. Gary Newell, who has served in Lansing for the past two years. Newell, of Saranac, is a retired state po­ lice commander and an un­ abashed conservative. He has served on the Appro­ priations Committee in his first term. In the other corner was the challenger. Democrat Rebecca Lukasiewicz, a pro­ gressive who touts fresh ideas in government Luka­ siewicz currently is a teach­ ing assistant at Northern Illi­ nois University and is work­ ing on her master s degree. She noted she has been a disk jockey, a reporter, a waitress and an instructor, and she has a good handle on the problems working people face every day. The 87th District includes all of Barry County and about half of Ionia County. The two combatants were invited to argue about what needs to be done for the dis­ trict and for the state over the next two years. Lukasiewicz was asked about her job and schooling at Northern Illinois interfer- uNatuitaQ 99 zAlaiQs SnCon and'dTanning II Nails $25 Gel Nails $30 *■ Overlay $20 IJ) Manicure $10 Polish $5 Kids FREE Spa Pedicure $20 FREE With Air Brush 9944 Cherry Valley Ave 136E State Street Caledonia (616) 891 1551 Hastings (616)94^2970 M F 10-9; Sat 9 30-5 MF Hh6. Sat 930-5 Lake Odessa Antique Mall 6th Anniversary & Christmas Open House Saturday, Nov. 2nd, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3rd, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Refreshments and good cheer 1-616-374-3089 1014 4,h Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 From 1-96, take Exit 64 or M-66. Go south to M-50 and go tvest to 4th Ave. Regular store hours: Wed. 10-8; Sat. 10-5; Sun. 10-5 Rebecca Lukasiewicz •ng.with her campaigning in Michigan. “I have to have a job to support myself... I feel I have a responsibility to my students,” she said. “I don’t think I should have to give up my job to run for office... I think this has made me a belter candidate because I’ve had to schedule every minute of every day.” She explained that when she graduated from Olivet College, there weren’t many jobs and when the opportu­ nity came last May to teach at Western Illinois she couldn’t turn it down. She already had filed as a candi­ date for state representative. The teaching post will ex­ pire in December. Newell was asked about what he’s done on the pow­ erful Appropriations Com­ mittee during a time when the state’s economy has been sagging. He answered, “We’re re­ quired by the constitution to balance the state budget... I think we’ve done an out­ standing job balancing the budget.” Another question of Lu­ kasiewicz was whether her youth and lack of political experience would make her ineffective in Lansing. She responded by quip­ ping, “If a classroom full of rowdy college freshmen can’t eat me alive, I don’t ( l 01 HING BOLTIQi r THE NEW STORE IN TOWN 9379 Cherry Valiev S.E. (between D&W and Rite Aid} 891-5868 LaPLUME & EASTLAND SHOES SOLD HERE No Trick! Slop in on Halloween for APPLE CIDER and TREAT yourself to 10% OFF your purchase (Oct. 31. 2002 only and excludes sale items) REGISTER YOUR CHRISTMAS WISH LIST FOR OUR MEN’S NIGHT OUT ON DEC. 3 at the American Legion Hall CASUAL & DRESS CLOTHES JUNIORS. MISSY. WOMEN SIZES Lt Gary Newell ture recently voted down a bill to restrict it. Newell agreed, saying. “Everybody gets tired of getting those calls. The State Legislature will continue to work on that.” Both also were asked about health care. Lukasiewicz said she sup­ ports Granholm’s ideas about purchasing prescrip­ tion drugs in bulk and dis­ tributing them to the elderly and needy. She said she’d like to see state government work more closely with non­ profit insurance companies, Newell called health care, “the most complex issue facing us today.” He said there have been hearings across the state, but called prescription drugs a federal issue. “The things my opponent has talked about are good ideas, but that’s a federal is­ sue.” Lukasiewicz responded that the federal government has had 12 years to act on health care, but it hasn’t and people shouldn't have to wait any longer for some­ thing to be done. She also said she would want to do something about the nursing shortage. Newell was asked about farm land preservation. He said he would reintroduce legislation that would limit taxation of all agricultural land to just the value of the farm land. He also was asked what benefit Barry County gets from his membership on the Appropriations Committee, especially since things ha­ ven’t been going well over the past two years. “I look at the effects of appropriations on Barry County. There are things I can do and things I can’t do,” Newell said. “I try to know what can. “I am confident I can serve proactively rather than reactively.” Newell objected to a question about whether he is double dipping in pensions because he’s receiving one from the state police and will get one from the state if he’s elected this year and in 2004. “I find that personally of­ fensive,” he said, “about questions about a pension I’m entitled to.” Lukasiewicz, in rebuttal, stated, “The real issue is the $80,000 a year legislators make. Is it fair? No.” Newell then was asked if he is just a “yes man” for the current GOP leadership team of Gov. John Engler and Lt. Gov. Dick Posthu­ mus. “Check my voting re­ cord,” he answered. “I don’t always go along with my party.” One of the best compli­ ments he’s been handed since he’s been in Lansing, he said, is a reference to him by the Grand Rapids Press as a “tough-minded fiscal hawk.” When asked if she would be just a rubber stamp for gubernatorial candidate Jen­ nifer Granholm, Luka­ siewicz responded, “I do support her, and I don’t find that to be a fault. But I am not beholden to any one party. I would go to Lansing for the sole purpose of rep­ resenting the people of the 87th District.” Newell then quipped, “I won’t be a rubber stamp for Jennifer Granholm.” Both candidates were asked if they would be will­ ing to give back all or part of the pay raise legislators received, from $57,000 to $80,000, over the past two years, in light of the recent state budget crisis. Lukasiewicz flatly stated, “Yes. All $25,000 of it. I don’t need that much money to live on. $50,000 is enough to live on while liv­ ing in Barry County.” Newell said, “I don’t set the pay rate. My charitable giving takes away about half of that pay raise.” Both were asked if they would support a law to re­ strict or outlaw telemarket­ ing. Lukasiewicz emphatically said she would work to out­ law telemarketing entirely. She noted the State Legisla- represent the district as best I can." Lukasiewicz said. “People 1 talk to feel they have a non-responsive govern­ ment” Both were asked how they feel about the state propositions. Newell said he backs No. 2 for sewer bonding, "to clean up our antiquated sewer systems. Ninety per­ cent will go to urban areas, but it will have an effect on the entire state." Lukasiewicz said, “ I do support the proposal, but it’s just a drop in the bucket, a small step in funding." Newell said he supports No. 1. to make it more diffi­ cult and time consuming to vote straight party, noting 33 others states have done it. “It forces people to take a better look at the ballot," he said, and would cut into the huge drop-off of voting for non-partisan candidates such as judges. Lukasiewicz said though she doesn’t like straight party voting, “It’s your right. You have every right to do so.” Newell was asked if he has had any formal school­ ing beyond high school. He said he has a business ad­ ministration degree from Si­ ena Heights College, which he started work on when he was 43 years old. Lukasiewicz said, “Mr. Newell has said it was a void in his life, not finishing his education, while I have been faulted for trying to finish mine.” Newell also was asked how many working days legislators spent in Lansing. He said he wasn’t sure, but thought it might be 180. However, he added the num- Continued next page MILL POND CONDOS Thomapple River & Downtown Middleville Payments from: $898/mo.* • EPA-five Star • 5 miles Paved Paul Henry Energy Rated Biking/Walking Trad • 1320-2300 sq. ft. (269) 795-0000 -or* (616) 891-0993 Wkrrt Nehtrt UtipU iufrtnu Information Center 126 E. Main Downtown Middleville (Comer of High Street and Main Street) •principle and interest bated an haute pnee of $185,900. 10% down payment of $18,590 and taw amount of $167,310 _____ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/October 29. 2OO27Page 7 From previous page her of days the State Legis­ lature is in session is “not indicative of the work done by legi.%lators." Lukasiewicz, in response to a question, said she be­ lieves one of the biggest mistakes the Engler Admin­ istration has made is split­ ting apart the Department of Natural Resources and De­ partment of Environmental Quality. “I’d like to see it merge back into one effective or­ ganization. To which Newell re­ sponded, “She wants to in­ crease the number of state employees, contrary to what her campaign literature says... I’m not sure enforce­ ment was hampered (by the split)." The challenger rebutted. “Violations of the Clean Air Act shows the problems of the current DNR and DEQ split." 't She also had a much dif­ ferent opinion of public fi­ nancing of election, favoring them because “a lot of peo­ ple think their government is bought and sold ” Newell said he opposes public funding because “1 have a problem with funding candidates J don’t consider to be worthy. We have passed some campaign fi- nance laws we hope will help” When asked if she sup­ ports a limit of campaign contributions from outside the district. Lukasiewicz said yes. Newell said there already are limits. Lukasiewicz then asked why Newell was able to ac­ cept out of state money from the likes of CMS Energy. ‘Puppet House’ planned at Middleville First Baptist Everyone is invited Thursday. Oct. 31. to 834 Greenwood in Middleville from 6 to 8:15 p.m. for the “Puppet House" sponsored by the Hands of Truth pup­ pet team from the First of Baptist Church Middleville. North Country Fleece sSf for Hats, Mittens, Scarves, Afghans ...and more! s10.49/yd tup ' Flannel for Quilts, p’setcj""r Christmas Prints______ , /I ouisnoNS The “Puppet House" is. like the name implies, a place where a large puppet stage is set up with music and fun puppet shows run­ ning the entire light. Free bags of candy will be given to every child that stops by and there will also be coffee, hot chocolate, donuts and cookies for mom and dad while the kids watch the puppets. There will also be a drawing for two gift certifi­ cates to Craig’s Cruisers as well as drawings for other prizes. You must be present to win! All of this brought to you by the H.O.T. puppet team from First baptist Church of Middleville. 5215 N. M-37 Hwy. Call 795- 9 218 E State St Hastings • 945-9673 [ Ford and Phillip Morris. To close, the challenger said. “I’ve been very touched by the people and my family who have worked hard for me. I respect my community. I think I can do a wonderful job.” Newell called the debate “an interesting process. There are a number of issue on which my opponent and 1 Hutot Cteanow PKkVp Station 9726 or e-mail us at fbcmid @ iserv.net for more infor­ mation. disagree. But I appreciate the fact she’s put herself out there as a candidate. But in a time of uncertainty. experience is important CRAFT SHOW I f Barry Expo Center Barry County Fairgrounds November 9th 9 aun. to 3 p.m. Lunch Available FREE PARKING FREE ADMISSION movie outpost VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center • M-37 • 891-9303 Open Weekday 10 am to 11 pm & Midnight on Friday & Saturday One Movie or Game Rental One Microwave Popcorn One 2-Liter Coke Product Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads A\X what are you doing next Sunday? how about visiting us? On Sunday, Nov. 3, we are celebrating the Grand Opening of our new Building Caledonia M-37/Broadmoor Ave. just north of 84th St. 9:30 am & 11:00 am Brightside Community Church www.brightside.org 616.891.0287 Join us for: • Children's Programs (all ages) • Casual Dress • Contemporary Upbeat Music • Non-Denominational • Encouraging Messages �Page 8/Tbe Sun and News, Middleville Ml/October 29. 2002 ^JZefLections by Patricia Johns Staff Writer When children are in ele­ mentary school, parents get to feel part of the process when they help with home­ work. At some grades math homework comes home for the student and parent to do together. At this time math is some­ thing parents don’t feel in­ timidated by. Parents review written work, read to their students and check spelling words, too. As children get older there is less for parents to do. Parents are always re­ minding students to do their homework, turn in their homework, re-do lost home­ work and generally nag about homework. In Middle School students say. “I did it at school” leav­ ing parents wondering if they should call the teacher and check. But then comes the Thor­ napple Kellogg eighth grade fall leaf project and parents come into their own as Village Players auditions Sunday Auditions for “Occupation Murder" will be held Sunday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m. at Lincoln Meadows. The performance dates will be Feb. 14. 15, 21. 22 and 28 and March I. This audience involve­ ment murder mystery come­ dy has a cast of six men and eight women of varying ages and takes place during a game show. Anyone interested in being a part of this produc­ tion is invited to attend. For more information or to review a script, please call Cheryl Cravero at 795-7868 or Darlene Schellinger at 795-3652. The regular meeting of “The Village Players of Middleville" will be held following auditions. All members are requested to attend and anyone wishing to learn more about the orga- nization is welcome. The latest addition to the “Vintage Village" series is the John Keeler home. It is now available for purchase at Shear Pleasure. Pharmacy Care and Thomapple Floral and Gift for $15. November 2nd Storcwide 10-6 p.m. Sale ALL WEEK 20%otr Ladies & Men's Jackets 30% oft 1 Day Only! Refreshments being served Summer Clothing k & Swimsuits XI /2 Price HB2 W«t M-179, Gun Lake (616) 795'9947 walnut trees lost their leaves almost before the project be­ gan. leaving the branches bare except for the green husked nuts hanging like Christmas ornaments. We observed the colors on dogwood change from green splashed with maroon to a deep purple maroon. We looked at the differences in a sycamore in Middleville compared to one in a park in Grand Rapids. We felt the textures of leaves and pon­ dered why one sassafras turned yellow, another or­ ange and yet another still had deep green leaves. Now. I have to admit I am glad students didn’t have to identify trees by their bark (much harder.) I did enjoy tagging along on this homework project even if what 1 mostly did was drive and hold the book. At least I didn’t have to nag. too much. think this is box elder?” In my house we have two volumes on the trees of New Jersey, a Peterson and an Audubon guide to trees and fortunately, one slim volume on familiar trees of Michi­ gan. We went off to the woods. I had this nagging memory of seeing a Catalpa tree twice in recent days but couldn't remember where. Lots of leaves were col­ lected. We discovered that students should write on the newspaper they are using to press the leaves which tree it was from because some leaves look alike. I haven’t studied trees se­ riously since my graduate student days at Rutgers Uni­ versity in New Jersey. This project got me back into looking at trees which has lasted beyond the three weeks of the project. We discovered that black Injured Hastings woman may face charges Fall Open House Saturday homework helpers once again. For many families this becomes a memorable project. Students are given a list of 20 trees and told to com­ pile a notebook with a leaf and information about the tree including common and scientific names. Now the reason parents get to help is that eighth graders don’t yet drive. The school takes students on a leaf gathering field trip but all the trees can’t be found there. If the neighborhood stu­ dents live in doesn’t have all the trees on the list the fam­ ily has to go on its own leaf looking trip. Identification books are helpful since that becomes the parent’s other task, hold­ ing the tree identification book as the student decides whether a leaf is a white or black oak or says, “do you Noah Wenger Noah Wenger is MSD graduate Noah Wenger graduated this past summer from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in crop and soil conservation. Wenger, a 1998 graduate of Caledonia High School, finished out his summer semester m a study abroad agricultural program in Australia and New Zealand. COMPARE RATES Insurance Rates Going Up? Get a second opinion. Call me ... Stop by ... Log on—it's your choice! Jill Schuitema Associate Agent Dalessandro Agency Inc. 1500 44th Street SE Kentwood, Ml 49508 Phone: (616)406-3200 Police say 29-year-old Jennifer May Elliott of Hast­ ings may have suffered per­ manent paralysis as a result of a broken neck she report­ edly suffered Oct. 11 when the car she was driving on North M-37 left the south side of the road and rolled over. Deputies from the Barry County Sheriff’s Office also have requested a one count misdemeanor charge of op­ erating under the influence of intoxicating liquor against Elliott, an employee of the Swamp Fox Bar in Mid­ dleville, where she allegedly consumed five rum and Coke drinks at the end of her shift that night, accord­ ing to a witness quoted in a police report. Her passenger, Heriberto Olvera, 29, of Hastings told deputies he went to the bar that night to pick up Elliott, but then consumed several drinks with his dinner. He said Elliott had only one “freebie” drink at the end of her shift, police reported. Elliott was driving a 1991 Chevy convertible when the crash occurred at 2:20 a.m. at Shaw Lake Road. Depu­ ties said the car was south­ bound when it ran off the roadway to the right and hit a reflector sign, causing Elli­ ott to overcorrect. The car then re-entered the roadway, slid sideways and struck the Shaw Lake Road street sign and a stop of her injuries. Elliott report­ edly was not wearing a seat belt when the crash oc­ curred. She was listed in serious condition at Spectrum Hos-’ pital at press time Wednes­ day. Oct. 23. Police are awaiting the re­ sults of a blood alcohol test. sign, overturned, hit a picnic table and came to a stop in a yard at 1861 North M-37. “Due to the force, the stop sign was impaled into a parked vehicle at the resi­ dence." deputies said. No preliminary breath test was taken due to the extent Child struck by car not seriously hurt An 11-year-old Wayland girl suffered only minor in­ juries Oct. 18 when she was reportedly struck by a car in Yankee Springs Township while walking along the north side of Michael Drive at Mary Drive at 7 a.m. The driver, 18-year-old Misty Draper, of Wayland was cited for careless driv­ ing after the incident. Draper told police she never saw the child. The Michigan State Po­ lice did not release the name ot the child. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION ; % r Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. 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Lois and Dick Passage of Fremont. Lowell and Gloria Timmers of Cedar Springs, Linda and Jim Seeger of Charlevoix. Leslie and Judy Timmers of Comstock Park; 15 grand­ children; 10 great-grand­ children; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preced­ ed in death by her sister. Agnes; and two brothers. Marvin “Pete” and Evart Platz. Funeral services for Mrs. Timmers were held Thurs­ day. Oct 24.2002 at Gaines United Brethren Church. Pastor Mark Beers officiat­ ed. Interment South Gaines Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Gaines United Brethren Church or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper-De­ Graaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. Ruth O. Main MIDDLEVILLE Ruth O. Main, age 81. of Middleville, passed away Sunday. Oct. 20, 2002 at Raymond N. Yaeger, Sr. Raymond N. Yaeger. Sr., age 86. passed away Thursday. Oct. 24. 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leone and son, Raymond Jr. He is survived by his chil­ dren, Rog and Arline VanBelois. Barb and Max Stevenson, Chuck and Linda Yaeger, Bev and Jim Tolan; brother. Harvey and Gene Yaeger; eight grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchi Idren. Funeral services for Raymond were held Monday. Oct. 28. 2002 at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Chapel (Caledonia), 616 East Mam, Caledonia. Fr. David E. LeBlanc cele­ brant. Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Chapel (Caledonia). Harry B. Gray Harry B. Gray, age 74. passed away on Friday, Oct. 18, 2002, after a courageous battle with cancer, surround­ ed by his family. He is survived by Helen, his wife of 45 years; sons. Michael, Pat and his wife Amy. Dan and his wife Sue and their two children. 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George (Patricia) Cooley of Hastings; six grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Place an ACTION-ad in the Sun & News and reach over 8,000 area homes. Call 945-9554 today! A 36-year-old Middleville man suffered minor injuries and a Saranac woman was critically injured after the cars they were in collided at Alden Nash Ave. SE and Cascade Road SE early Sat­ urday. According to a press re­ lease from the Kent County Sheriff’s Office, a north­ bound 1995 Dodge pickup truck driven by Douglas Ar­ nold of Middleville failed to stop at a four-way stop at Cascade Road at about 8:30 a.m. Arnold’s pickup collided with a westbound 1997 Chrysler Sebring on Cas­ cade Road driven by Jessica O’Connor. 24. of Saranac. O’Connor had initially stopped at the stop sign on Cascade Road prior to pro­ ceeding through the inter­ section. deputies reported. After impact. Arnold’s pickup truck continued through the intersection striking a second pickup truck which had been stopped at the intersection. O’Connor was taken to Spectrum Hospital’s Butter­ worth Campus in critical condition, police said. Arnold was taken to St. Mary’s Hospital where he was being treated for minor injuries. The third driver was not hurt, according to police. Deputies reported that neither Arnold nor O’Con­ nor were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. The Bowne Township Fire Department and Rock­ ford Ambulance responded to the scene along with nu­ merous Kent County Sher­ iff’s Deputies, officers Joel Langeland and Rich VanDenBerg reported. The crash is still under in­ vestigation. East Town Homes Middlevilles Newest Townhouse Community Why rent when you can OWN? 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While Suppliest Last! s CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) • Caledonia, Mchigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 The Jousma home in the 7200 block of Cherry Valley is considered a to­ tal loss after this blaze last Monday, but the three occupants of the house were able to get out safely. The lack of fire hy­ drants in downtown Cale­ donia made it necessary for Caledonia Fire Res­ cue to request backup tankers for supplying wa­ ter to this grain dryer fire at Caledonia Farmer's Elevator last Friday. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia Fire Rescue was kept busy last week handling two major fires, several car fires, as well as automobile accidents. The station responded to a fire in the 7200 block of Cherry Valley at 1:30 a.m. last Monday, Oct. 21. Fire Chief Brian Bennett said, “The police were on the scene when we got there, (the house) was fully in­ volved.” The home, owned by the Joe Jousma family, was con­ sidered to be a total loss. Though there were no in­ juries (the three occupants were able to get out safely), the family lost a pet. The Kentwood Fire Mar­ shal assisted Bennett in de­ termining that the cause of the blaze was accidental. Caledonia Fire Rescue was assisted with putting out the fire by Thornapple Township and Dutton Fire stations. The station was called out later in the week, on Friday morning, to a fire at Caledo­ nia Farmer’s Elevator at 146 E. Main in downtown Cale­ donia, where com in the top half of a grain dryer caught fire. At the time of writing, the exact cause of the fire had not been determined. Caledonia Farmer’s Ele­ vator General Manager Dwayne Ruthig commented Friday afternoon. “We’re still assessing the damage. At this point it looks to be confined to the dryer itself.” Because of the number of fire vehicles on the scene, the fire looked to be very in­ volved. Caledonia Fire Res­ cue was assisted by Gaines, Dutton. Thornapplc Township Fire Depart­ ments. In addition, Leighton Township and Freeport both sent tankers. However, the reason for so many trucks and tankers was “There are no hydrants in that part of the town,” said Chief Bennett. “So we were trucking (water) in.” The grain dryer is made of a screening material so the departments were able to get water through it from the outside. Once the fire was out out and the dryer was cooled, the corn was emp­ tied out and taken away. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes Athlete of the week Thomopple Kellogg High School Football Senior quarterback Chad Barager threw for 213 yards and two touchdowns in the Trojan's sea­ son-ending win against Godwin. He also ran for two scores. 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A Walter Specs goal lied the game at one in the sec­ ond half with a header, but I>owell quickly responded to go back up 2-1. Just a minute later Andrew Cromer tied it up for Caledonia, but Lowell had TK Band Boosters to meet Nov. 4 The Thornapplc Kellogg Band Boosters will meet on Monday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. in the TK high school band room. Agenda will include re­ view of craft show and schedule of upcoming events. the answer again. “We’re not a high scoring learn. We play on heart, emotion, and hard work.” said Broekhuisen. “Il was a real heartbreaker.” The final goal deflected off a Caledonia defender with just about 12 minutes left, and suprised goalie Ryan Rodgers, who had been doing a “fine job” said Broekhuisen. Broekhuisen said he is so pleased with his senior group. “They all contrib­ uted. They’re a cohesive, hard working bunch of guys. We were hoping to win con­ ference or districts for these guys and we weren’t able Io. so that was hard.” The Scots got Io the final by limiting Greenville to just two shots in the district semi’s to earn a 3-0 win. Caledonia dominated all aspects of the match for their second district victory. Outstanding defensive and midfield play by Rogers. Nate VanEnk. Eli Cooley. Kyle Hemmes. Matt Ziesemer. and Kyle Peacy. Scoring in the first half was Cromer, off of an assist by Peacy. Second half scor­ ing for the Scots were Dave Palma and Matt Cook off as­ sists by Trent VanHaitsma and Ziesemer. The Scots defeated Lakewood in the district opener Monday Sept. 21. Caledonia passed the ball very well and dominated play for most of the match, but couldn't find the net in the first half, said Broekhuisen. A one minute flurry of scoring produced two goals at the start of the second half, and that was enough to hold off Lakewood, as Cale­ donia won 2-1. 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Sophomores Chanda Brice and Ashley Aspinall handling the point are get­ ting better says TK coach Marcy UyL “They want to be that much better too. It’s a tough spot to play and they’ve accepted the chal­ lenge.” As the improve the Trojans’ turnovers have slowly been creeping down this season. Brice had nine points and four assists in the contest. Aspinall came off the bench and scored seven for TK. The two girls played more in the second half and did a lit­ tle better job of shutting down Belding’s perimeter offense. Freshmen Jessica Flaska continues to shine. She scored nine points, while pulling down 10 rebounds. TK trailed by only five See TK eagers, page 14 Studio or on location Whitney Robertson penetrates inside the Belding defense. 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According to their web­ site, Senior Pastor Michael Stowell (Pastor Mike) and his wife. Deb, started Brightside Community Church on Palm Sunday in 1997, along with three other families and a few college students — a total of 18 people. The church was started with no specific loca­ tion or building to call their own, but with much faith and many dreams. Those 18 people wel­ comed the community as well as asking those without a church home to give Brightside a try. One hun­ dred and thirty people at­ NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at '129,900_______ For more information contact. Amy De Kleine 616-299-6790 616-583-5000 ext 207 REALTY GXOOP, LLC tended the first open service on Easter Sunday of that year. Since then the church has continued to grow to more than 200 families, with over 70% of the congrega­ tion not coming from an­ other church. Last year, after their fourth year together. Bright­ side initiated their 'Building for Life’ Campaign, where members and attendees made it possible to purchase the new building and land through donations of cars, slocks, savings accounts and other items. The 20.000square-foot building in the valley Point West Industrial Park is part of an overall campus of 60 acres to be used for fu­ ture expansion. Brightside Community Church is an active partici­ pant in International Mis­ sionaries, sponsoring full­ time missionary families in­ volved in planting churches in Poland. Stowell and his wife, Deb, are the parents of three girls. Daughter Dana is mar­ ried to Chip Hoebeke, then there is Rachel and Thor­ napple Kellogg student Emily. The Stowells are also proud grandparents to four little ones. Pastor Mike, who was originally a tool and die Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening (tours • Wc welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan Pastor Mike Stowell in front of wfiat is now the permanent home for Brightside Community Church. The congregation welcomes the community to its grand opening service on Sunday, Nov. 3. maker, didn’t come from a church going family. But he followed his calling when his family was still young, graduating from Grand Rap­ ids Baptist Seminary. He is currently working on his doctoral degree through Lib­ erty Theological Seminary (University). Calvary Church and its pastor, Ed Dobson, were in­ strumental in helping Brightside get started. Stow­ ell points out that Calvary Church had previously helped support the Stowells in missionary work. Brightside has been an in­ dependent, self-supporting church for a couple of years now. Five years ago they were a handful of people with a dream to assemble a church family in a perma­ nent home. That dream has now become a reality with room to grow. “We hope we can reach a lot of people in the commu­ nity,” said Pastor Mike. “We want to help people and we’re hoping that people can come and find a home at Brightside.” For more information about Brightside Commu­ nity Church or their grand opening service on Nov. 3, call the office at 891-0287 or visit their website at www.brightside.org * Christopher J. Hier, O.D.S. 6*16-89*1-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) 4 Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. J m * points at the half, keeping it close with their defense that allowed Belding only eight points in the second quarter, and seven in the third. It was just that they had dug them­ selves a 12 point hole in the first quarter. Nine of Beld­ ing’s 17 points in the first came on three pointers. Against Byron Center on Tuesday Oct. 22 the Trojans fell 61-33, but that’s a big improvement from the first time the two teams met. Last time the Bulldogs got a 52 point win. “They’re good,” said Uy I. Vander Werp led the Tro­ jans in the loss with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Tuesday Oct. 15 the Tro­ jans trumped Godwin Heights’ girls, who are win­ less in the conference, 53-45 to get their first O-K Blue win of the season. TK led 26-25 at halttime then pulled away in the sec­ ond half, outscoring the Wolverines 16-11 in the third quarter to earn the vic­ tory. Uyl said that Godwin is a very athletic team that also likes to hit the three, but her Trojans did a good job of controlling their perimeter game. Chanda Brice and Megan Dutcher led the Trojans with 14 points apiece. Stacey VandcrWcrp had 11, and Jessica Flaska added eight. This week the Trojans have just one game, a Tues­ day Oct. 29 showdown with Hamilton. See us for color copies, one-houi photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner ♦ ♦ TK eagers, continued from page 12 Your Smile The First Thing People See! * and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/October 29. 2002/Page 15 Council approves Towne Center preliminary plans by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Towne Center devel­ opment is one step closer to reality as the members of the Middleville Village Council approved on the recommen­ dation of the Village Plan­ ning Commission the Planned Unit Development zoning and the preliminary plans for the commercial and residential development. The first work to be done will be the construction of the new road from M-37 Highway west. This road will eliminate the most southerly driveway for the Middle Villa Middle Villa will have access from the new road. This new road will meet up with a road in the Rolling Oaks development which is to the west of Towne Cen­ ter. Visser Brothers will bring plans to the next plan­ ning commission for the first two phases of the devel­ opment. Council also approved a 50 percent personal properly tax abatement for Produc­ tion Solutions, which is now in the former Lescoa prop­ erty. This tax abatement is for three years, renewable to 6. Village manager Bryan Gruesbeck reported that the agreement with Production Solutions includes ways to check to see if the company does hire 15 employees as promised. Mike Bremer, program director for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission) reported on events sponsored so far. He is encouraged with the number of young people and parents who have been in­ volved so far. More than 250 played baseball and softball this summer Adults have been involved in base­ ball, softball and volleyball programs out doors. Now activities are moving inside with co-ed volleyball, men’s basketball, and this winter a repeat of last years successful basketball and soccer workshops for chil­ dren. In the future Bremer hopes to schedule some Thornapple Township changes date of fire station vote by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornapplc Township Board, in a quarterly meeting last week, decided that April 2003 is too long to wait to put fund­ ing of the new Railroad Street fire station on the bal­ lot and agreed to have the vote on Feb. 11 instead. The board had tentatively scheduled the vote on mil­ lage for the emergency serv­ ices facility for next April, but during the discussion at the quarterly meeting some members pointed out that an April vote was awfully close to income tax time which might have a negative effect. If information is available and the township receives approval, the millage rate cannot be set until the costs of construction are more de­ tailed. The board authorized the architect to prepare final plans and costs for the new facility so that a millage rate can be set. The next regular meeting of the Thornapplc Township Board of Trustees will be at 7 p.m. Monday. Nov. 11, in township hall. family nights and perhaps a flag football league for fifth and sixth graders. In other business the board learned that the county has set the public hearing on annexation of property Arlington Court for Nov. 26 at 10 a m. at the start of the County Commis­ sion meeting. Planner Geoff Moffat will be meeting with representa­ tives from the Michigan De­ partment of Transportation on the best way to reconfig­ ure the Arlington Court and M-37 intersection. Moffat and MDOT will also be looking at the drive­ ways at Speedway and the new Pandl strip mall as well as the Towne Center project as well. 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Diagnosis, Internet Setup, Virus Removal, Training, Backups, NEW Computer Sales Computers Unlimited 9946 Cherry Valley • Caledonia 616.891.8470 Fax 891.8472 http://digitaltrends.net 100th �Page 16/Tbe Sun and News. Middleville. Ml October 29 2002 Budget increase reflects investment in community by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Oct. 16 approved its 2003 annual budget at around $1.7 million, up from the $974,847 figure for 2002, and more than the $1.1 million anticipated in revenues for the coming year. The increase reflects the board’s intention to use funds accumulated over sev­ eral years to invest in some public services and improve­ ments asked for by the com­ munity. Trustee Richard Robert­ son, who is on the Finance Committee, summed up some observations about the budget, for the public. He said the board plans to spend $325,000 more than will be collected this year, an intentional decision. He said since 1997. the general fund ending balance had been gradually increasing until last year, when it had reached around $1.5 million. He said the committee felt the township had an obliga­ tion to return some of the taxpayer money to the com­ munity in the form of serv­ ices or projects. He said the money was to be directed to projects such as road im­ provements or perhaps a traffic light on 100th Street, of high priority to residents. Paving of Alaska Avenue also is being considered. Another $200,000 is to go VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Synopsis of Meeting OCTOBER 0B, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 p m by Mr Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Member* present Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers. Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg Mrs Erb's First Grade Class came before the Council to request to clean up First and Third Streets A Public Heanng. tor the pur­ pose of heanng citizen comment regarding petition to annex prop­ erty, was called to order by Mr. Myers. Mr. Larry Bailey and Mr Chris Brooker approached Council in opposition of the peti­ tion for annexation Minutes of the September 24, 2002 meeting were approved as written The Agenda was approved as written. ACTIONS TAKEN 1 Adopted Resolution #02013, Petition for Annexation, on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mr Lytle. Roll call vote resulted tn 7 Ayes 2 Approved the invoices dated October 04, 2002 in the amount of $98,061 78, on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 3 Approved the Easement tor Electnc and Gas Facilities with Consumers Energy relative to Mill Pond Condominiums on a motion made by Mrs VandenBerg and supported by Mr Bray 4 Approved use of the DPW site by TTES for training purpos­ es on a trial basis on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 5 Agreed to conduct a Public Hearing to consider the tax abatement request of Production Solutions on a motion made by Mr. Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 6 Adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m. on a motion made by Mrs Corson and supported by Mr. Bray Respectfully submitted, Rhonda L. Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 am and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. toward parks, including LaBarge Dam property. Funds to be transferred to various funds from the gen­ eral fund included $50,000 to the Library Fund. $25,000. a contribution to Park Land. $200,000 to the Parks Fund and $265,000 to the Road Fund. Robertson said the Gen­ eral Fund Revenue is up 34 percent while expenditures are up 25 percent. He said the board had continued to spend within the range of what was received. He said there was room for improve­ ment in that the board needs to work harder to make budget expenditures match what has actually been planned. The board operates under a fiduciary budget. There has been some discussion about the best kind of budget to use. during the tenure of this board. The 2001 budget was a fund type budget, or fiduci­ ary. which allowed adjust­ ments to the budget to re­ flect what was actually spent. However the general fund total cannot go beyond the amount budgeted for one year. A line item budget is much more restrictive, and every cent must be planned for and adjusted exactly as money is spent,Clerk Pat Snyder explained last year at budget time. There arc some areas where it isn't possible to predict what will be needed, she said. Cemetery costs fluctuate every year, for instance, and the expenses must be paid for whether over budget or not. She recom mended adopting a fiduciary budget. Several funds for different departments are maintained within the general fund and although these funds may be CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 4, 2002. at 7:00 p.m . the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the appli­ cation of Den Hartigh and Steketee Partners to amend the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to rezone the following described lands from the M-37 Business Park East PUD Planned Unit Development District and the A Agricultural District to the Planned Unit Development Dtstnct in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Den Harngh and Steketee Partners. The lands are commonly desenbed as approximately 7200 Broadmoor Avenue and are legally desenbed as follows Part of the Southwest 14 Section 8 Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township Kent County Michigan, desenbed as BEGINNING at the South 1/4 comer of said Section 8. thence S88 51 19*W 45.25 teet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4, thence NOO*lO*5fW 350 00 feet parallel with the East Line of sato Southwest 1/4, thence S88 51'19’W 635 95 feet to the East hne of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37), thence N26 5039DV 143 73 feet along said East line thence N87 48 18-E 10 30 teet. thence N02 42 18‘E 646 00 feet thence S88 10WW 365 96 feet to the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence Northwesterly 1502 02 teet along said East hne on a 43.155 48 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears N28c35'20*W 1501 85 feet thence S59-16WW 2 51 feet along a pg m the R O W width of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37); thence N29'3350*W 215.90 feet along the East line of Broadmoor Avenue (M-37). thence S88 58 29-W 1791 39 feet along toe North tene of said Southwest 1/4 of Sector 8 to toe Northwest comer of Cberrywood Estates (Kent County Condonwsum Sutxkvcyon Plan No 455); thence S0010-5VE 1318 97 feet along toe West toe of Cherrywood Estates thence N88 54 54-E 100 00 teet along the South to© of Cherrywood Estates thence SOO^OSi'E 1318 87 feet along the East toe of said Southwest 1/4 of Secton 8 to toe place of begmrwvg A copy of the amending ordnance is on file and may be examined at toe otoces of toe Caledonta Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Mctvgar durmg Townstvp office hours. AM interested persons may attend the pubic heanng and comment on toe proposed amending ordinance Written comments can be submitted to toe Townstto olfice at toe above­ stated address, io to the time of toe puMc heanng Dated October 4. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA XJ6 adjusted within each depart­ ment. and even sometimes department totals change, they should not exceed the amount set without a budget amendment, something the board has agreed upon. It has generally been agreed the board amends before it spends, and starts with a clean slate each year. This has been harder to achieve than planned, during 2002 and some exceptions have been made, with the board approving some expendi­ tures before the correspond­ ing adjustments were mack. Emergency services have increased 60 percent in the past five years, with police expenditures up 30 percent while fire expenditures have increased 190 percent. Rob­ ertson said of 21 townships in Kent County. Caledonia has the highest emergency services millages, and it is double that of others in many cases. Some town­ ships have no such millages in their budgets, and the ex­ penses are paid from their general funds. Robertson said workshop discussion included "adding a patrol and other officers specifically dedicated to the township between 11 at night until 7 in the morn­ ing." He said he was not sure that was the right thing to do. A log of phone calls to the sheriffs office was kept showing about six calls per day. This included all kinds of calls. "Do we want to spend $100,000 a year for those few calls a night?" He sug­ gested there might be other ways to achieve public safety. Many townships share their officers. He said other townships don't need a full-time officer and ques­ tioned whether Caledonia did. Trustee Bill Bravata said the Finance Committee did a good job. He said a capital expendi­ ture planning, or placing money into dedicated funds which accrue over years to be spent on certain purposes was what Robertson had been discussing. Bravata said the township needs to allocate funds for larger pro­ jects. At present, a large pool of funding existed without not knowing what it was designated for. He said it was better to have funds allocated for certain uses, so the picture was more clear. The operating millage was set at .7269 mill, actu­ ally less than the previous years millage, .7376. The fire and law enforcement millage was set at 1.9501, also down from 1.9732, for a total 2003 tax millage of 2.679 mills. These are sub­ ject to adjustment following any requirements under the Headlee Amendment. Robertson said at present there is no building fund in the emergency services fund. He said balance was needed when dedicating funds, which also can serve ♦ **«*«# to "tie our hands" down the road w hen there are needs in other areas, and the town­ ship has no way to get at the funds. On the other hand this may be what is w anted. The assessor’s department budget went up to $74,208 for 2003 from around $70,000 in 2002. Township legal costs for year 2002 were budgeted at $67,000. and remain the same for next year. Budgeting changed for maintenance of townshipowned buildings. Township Hall maintenance was budgeted for 2002. at $37,812 and increased to $41,812 for 2003. Alaska Hall went up to $7,961 from $5,550 last year, reflecting unanti­ cipated repair costs made in 2002. but went back down to $4,781 for next year. The hall is partially supported by a lease to Little Lambs Pre­ school. Barber School expense stayed the same at $3,733. Planning and zoning pres­ sures have increased, re­ flecting the demand created by many current building re­ quests and demands, as well as creating a new master plan and revising the zoning ordinance. The 2(M)1 figure at $171,493 was raised to $196,587 for 2002, while the total is expected to be closer to $204,087, so for 2003, $216,956 is budgeted. Salaries fall under sepa­ rate departments of the township. Some parts of salaries for some employees and officials fall under dif­ ferent departmental budgets, because the work is related to those types of activities. Salaries are increased pri­ marily by recommendation of a citizen's salary/compensation commission which analyzes the job descriptions of various jobs, and com­ pares similar positions in the surrounding area. The com­ mission found pay rates very low when compared with other townships, and at the Jan. 2 board meeting of this year, recommended from 6 to 10 percent salary in­ creases for board members to occur over the next two years. Twenty-five different townships were the basis for comparison. Job duties and general responsibilities were evaluated for comparison to other tow nships. The budget accounts for these increases. The supervisor, treasurer and trustee positions were recommended for a 10 per­ cent increase per year while the clerk position was to be increased by 6 percent per year. Increases recom­ mended were less for the clerk because that salary is closer to the midpoint range for that job than the others. Specifically, the supervi sor (less than full time) was recommended at a pay rate ot $25,452 tor the mi of 2002 and $25,797 in 2003. The treasurer was to re­ ceive at the rate of $27,748 in 2002. and $30,523 in the next year. The midpoint sal­ ary range for a 30-hour per week treasurer was $31.(MM). The clerk, who has years of tenure, was to be paid at the rate of $28,090 in 2002, and $29,775 in 2003. The mid-point range for the clerk was $29,500. ‘ The trustees would be paid $88 per meeting this year, and $97 per meeting next year. Trustee Richard Robert­ son at that time questioned whether a 20 percent in­ crease in two years was re­ sponsible. Commissioners defended their recommendation be­ cause they said the salaries were so far below the aver­ age. They felt the amount of township growth and official responsibility made it im­ perative to make the salaries commensurate with others in comparable positions in other governmental units. The whole report and rec­ ommendation must be taken as presented or denied in full, with no option to repeal some part according to stat­ ute. The board did not re­ voke the plan by a twothirds vote, and the pay in­ creases went into effect 30 days from the date of the commission recommenda­ tion. After discussion by the board, no action was taken. Hastings City Bank Herr For You Siner IM6 PART-TIME LOAN COLLECTION CLERK Holings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service . We arc currently looking for a Part Time Loan Collection clerk to join our team The incumbent performs a variety of duties related to the col­ lection of past-due installment and mortgage loans t Inder supersision. files bankruptcy claims and generates wntten cus­ tomer correspondence Familiarity with Microsoft Word is desired Requires above average keyboarding, telephone and public relations skills. With flexible hours, this is an ideal position for a parent with school age children. Apply, in the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W Court St, Hastings, Ml 49058 EOOM F �The Sun and News Middleville. MiOctober 29. 2002/Page 17 Advisory committee to replace fire panel by Ruth Zachary S/a# Writer The Caledonia Township Board on Oct. 16 discussed the first reading of an ordi­ nance which would establish a new Township Public Safety Advisory Committee to replace the existing Fire Department Advisory Com­ mittee. The ordinance will en­ large the scope of public safety duties, assigning ad­ ditional responsibilities to the new committee and its procedures. Changes in the composition of the commit­ tee will change the size of the board from five to seven members for terms of three years each. Terms arc to be staggered. Trustee Bill Bravata ex­ pressed concern over in­ creasing duties of the Fire and Safety Commission. He said a lot of information had to be processed in order to bring good recommenda­ tions to the board Matters they deal with arc hiring full time personnel, possible re­ location of a fire station, ad­ ditional work shifts, getting the best value for the money, etc. He recommended the in­ crease of the size of the committee which could in­ clude two (total) members of the township board. Other matters dealt with by the board: • Utility actions: The board extended the contract requirements for two public utilities projects at the request of the compa­ nies working on construc­ tion. One was from Dunigan Brothers which was for the installation of the water and sewer mains in the north­ west district. The Nov. 15 deadline was still expected to be met. but the "substan­ tial completion" point would be missed. Utilities Admin­ istrator Rich Pierson ex­ plained. The second request was to extend a contract to CD Bar­ nes for the installation of the new Iron Removal Plant. Another iron filter will be installed next to the Fore­ most iron filter in their plant, which is soon to be­ come a tow nship water plant according to a previous plan. board approved. Pierson walk edging, bark mulching, hoc committee. • Public comments: Sandy said the hourly rate w as very etc. would be needed next year. Regular maintenance Homestandard questioned reasonable. of the landscaping would be the status of connection to Pierson was granted ap­ for one year, and some items the new w ater system for the proval of the purchase of a could be part of a regular Shagbark condominium de­ building at 640 Emmons to maintenance contract. velopment. Shagbark put in be used as a garage, shop, Bravata was given ap­ its own private water system and storage. It would store proval by the board to hire before the water district was equipment, three portable the company for the work, established. The residents generators, and house town­ with the possibility of post­ will be assessed for the serv­ ship owned trucks. The poning some of the work un­ ice. although hook up is not building was once a former til spring, if the work could mandatory. Residents will Township Hall and was sold still be done then at the need to vote as an associaat $150,000. now ow ned by same price. tion and work with the de­ the Caledonia State Bank. • Cemetery Committee. veloper to be connected to The township would buy the Bravata asked to formalize a the public mains. building back for $25,000 committee already acting to Kimberly and Mike John­ more. oversee the details con­ son spoke about problems The structure is a 40' x 90’ nected with the many ceme­ with their neighbors use of block building with three teries under the responsibil­ guns next to their property. garage bays. The building ity of the township. Town­ They wanted the township would need work, about ship Clerk Pat Snyder is the gun ordinance strengthened. $20,000 for improvements. administrator of those du­ A noise ordinance is rather A new roof and well could ties, but Bravata. and Rich­ vague and difficult to en­ be needed. Pierson said the ard Thacker, the Zoning Ad­ force over firearms. expense would come from ministrator. have been Clerk Snyder agreed to the utilities budget. It would spending a lot of time assist­ contact other township be paid for over ten years. ing her over the past year. clerks and see what ordi­ • landscaping bids for the The board approved the ad nances might be enacted. Township Hall were dis­ cussed, and approved after discussion led by Bravata. Specifications were de­ veloped by Harder Warner MEETING DATE CHANGE Landscaping and given to The Middleville Village Council will not meet during its reg­ five companies, Kloosterular meeting times during the month of December The man, Wildwood. Sunset, meeting dates of December 10 and December 23 have landscape Impressions and been cancelled Harder Warner. The new meeting date is scheduled for 7 00 pm Bids ranged from $3106 Tuesday, December 17. 2002, in the Middleville Village to $4609. with the lowest Hall Council Chambers located at 100 East Mam Street. bid coming from KloosterMiddleville. Michigan man Landscaping. Several ship Emergency Services for items, shrub trimming, side­ the first of the three years it is in effect. Following several years of negotiations the cost of the contract was reduced to reflect the equipment now owned by Yankee Springs. This equipment was made COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN possible by the three year fire equipment millage. In following years due to PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 18, 2002, at 7 00 pm.. the Headlee amendment roll­ Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the backs, funds to pay the con­ Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concern tract will be supplemented ing ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The pro­ by funds from the general posed amending ordinances are the foilowing 1 Private Streets. Section 3.29 of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to private streets and fund. This contract pays for fire driveways would be amended in its entirety The revised Section 3 29 includes provisions on private street approval and applications therefor; private street maintenance agreements, pro­ service to the township and cedures for private street approval by the Township, and requirements pertaining to the exten­ includes training of indi­ sion of existing private streets and the addition of dwellings or parcels of land along the length viduals working out of the of existing private streets. The provisions also include design and construction requirements Yankee Springs Fire Bam. for private streets and requirements for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of The township will receive driveways serving multiple parcels of land one more year on the three 2 Flood Plain District- Chapter X of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to toe F Flood Plan year equipment levy and District, would be amended in part. The amendments include a minimum lot area and minimum then that will end. lot width for non-farm uses of two acres and 200 feet, respectively, for parcels m the F District Problems with the technol­ ogy has slowed the transi­ tion. The water tower was complete and ready for serv­ ice. Pierson said. The water towers will supply the north west water district. Installa­ tion of a water tower en­ trance drive was requested, another contract change at a cost of $14,000. plus a nega­ tive credit of $3275, for a different type of pipe used in the water tower. A change order was approved by the board, in the amount of $11,325. The tower is to go into service as soon as Dunigan completed the water main testing. The contract was ex­ pected to be completed at a total of $810. 500. under the bid pace of $826,000. Foremost has retained Earthtech, a utility opera­ tions company, to operate its water and wastewater plants, at an hourly rate. They pro­ posed the township pay the hourly rate of $45. and work with Earthtech during the transition as the transfer to township ownership occurs Dec. 31. 2002, which the VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Fire protection levy renewals face Thornapple, Yankee Springs voters by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Tuesday, Nov. 5 vot­ ers in Thornapplc and Yan­ kee Springs townships will be faced with renewing their fire protection millages. In Thornapple the three year 1 mill levy expires with the December 2002 tax bill­ ing. The renewal is for three years beginning this Decem­ ber. It would raise about $182,(XM) in the first year of the levy. The township estimates that a home in the township wil a taxable value of $50,000 would pay approxi­ mately $50 for 2003 to fund this renewal. In Yankee Springs, super­ visor Al McCrumb explains that the renewal of the .5 mill fire operations levy will pay the total cost of the con­ tract with Thornapple Town­ NOTICE—PUBLIC HEARING BARRY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Tuesday, November 26, at 10 a.m. Board Chambers 220 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml 49058 The Barry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider the petition of the Village of Middleville to alter its boundaries to include the following described premis­ es located tn Thornapple Township. Barry County. Michigan Parcel 1 THORNAPPLE TWP COM AT PT ON CTR ARLINGTON RD WHICH IS 197 0‘ N FROM INTERSECT WITH E W 1/4 LI SEC 22-4-10. TH N OtrZSTIOT THE E 400 TO EDGE OF THORNAPPLE RIVER; TH SELY 210' TO LI BEARING E FROM POB TH W 465 9 TO POB ALSO COM AT INTER OF ARLINGTON & E-W 1/4 LI SEC 22 TH N 00' 25 E394 TH E 210' TO POB TH N 00 25 E 221 12' TH E 2191 TO EDGE OF RIVER. TH S ELY 223Z TO A LI BEARING E FROM POB TH W 190' TO POB Parcel 2 THORNAPPLE COM AT POINT IN CEN OF ARLINGTON ST 394 FT N OF INTER OF E W 1/4 LINE SEC 22 4-10 FOR BEG. TH N 221 FT TH S 221 FT TH W 210 FT Parcel 3 THORNAPPLE COM AT N 1/4 POST SEC 22-410 TH E 90 FT. TH S 28 DEG 32*E 2736 FT TH N 89 DEG 26 E 46 4 FT FOR BEG. TH N 89 DEG 26 E 318 9 FT TH N 2 DEG W 350 FT. TH S 89 DEG 26*W 513 3 FT. TH S 29 DEG 53 E 396 3 FT TO BEG For those who cannot attend, you are welcome to send com­ ments «n writing to the Board at its above address Barry County provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to mdnnduais wttn d«atwt>es at the hearmg upon five days note© to toe Barry County Admrwtrato1 Individuals with disatxn^s requiring such a«3s or servees should contact the Barry County Admnsstrator by wr®ng to him at the above address or by phonmg (269) 948-4891 Michael Brown Barry County Administrator 313 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Local races have little opposition The election on Tuesday, Nov. 5 is very quiet for local townships In Irving Township Carol Ergang is running unop­ posed for clerk. Timothy Weingartz is running unop­ posed for the trustee’s posi­ tion. In Thornapplc Township Susan Vlietstra is running opposed for clerk and Pat­ rick Harrison is unopposed for trustee The provision stating that a dwelling shall not be located closer than 100 feet from any other dwelling, if either of them ts located 100 feet or less from the edge of a stream or other water course would be deleted There are other minor revisions in the F District provisions 3 Adult Uses Section 16.5(a) of the Zoning Ordinance would be amended to specify regu­ lations for sexually oriented business, formerly called adult uses The ameoOerj provisions include a requirement that a sexually oriented busmess shall be located only in the HC Highway Commercial District or m toe C-2 General Business District, and that such a business shall be permitted only as a special land use by the Planning Commission. after public hear mg and public notice A sexually oriented business may not be located wrthm 1,000 feet of another sucn business, or within 1,000 feet of a church or other house of worship, a park, play­ ground, school or agncurtural or residential zoning district or any residential use There are other requirements relating to buildings, signage, outdoor lighting, hours of operation, inspec­ tion. interior structural requirements, conduct of employees, licensing, applications tor approval, registration of employees, reporting of violations and other matters, all pertaining to sexually onented busmesses as defined m the amending ordinance Other items and provi­ sions relating to such busmesses are mduded Copies ol the proposed amending ordnances are on tie m toe Township office and may be reviewed by interested persons during Townsh<> office hours All interested persons may attend the pubic hearing and comment on the proposed ordinances Written comments can pe submitted to the Townsnip office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing Dated October 24,2002 Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 314 �Page 18/The Sun and News. MtddieviHe Ml/October 29. 2002 TK school building and site bonds sold by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Board of Educa­ tion met in a special meeting Monday, Oct. 21. to sign pa­ pers authorizing the sale of bonds completed on Oct. 17 in St. Louis. Representatives from A.G. Edwards the invest­ ment brokerage firm selling the bonds, the financial ad­ vising firm Stauder. Barch and Associates and the law firm serving as bond counsel tot he district. Thrun, Maatsch and Nordberg, P.C.attcndcd the meeting to answer questions from board members. The entire $24.115,(XX) in bonds were sold at a net interest rate of 4.90 percent. Area residents had re­ ceived post cards from the district and A.G. Edwards, announcing the sale and that bonds were available in $5,(XX) increments through the investment firm. Board President David Smith said at the meeting. “So many positive things have come together. This is great for the community.' Alice Jansma told the board. “1 think we got a good rate. I am very pleased." She had gone to St. Louis for the sale and said, "It was a long day. but worth it." The 2002 School Building and Site Bonds will be used to erect, furnish and equip an addition or additions to, and partially remodel, fur­ nish and refurnish, equip and re-equip school facili­ ties; acquire, install and equip educational technol­ ogy for school facilities; erect, furnish and equip an addition to and utility vehi­ cle structure for the mainte­ nance building; acquire school buses; construct, de­ veloping and improving out­ door physical education/ath­ BLUE SPRUCE Full, nice shaped, 5 - 8 feet. Privacy accents, lot lines, year round color, wildlife. Add to the value ofyour home. Available now and in April. Locally grown. 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The 4.90^ net in­ terest rate will save taxpay­ ers 3.6 million dollars over the repayment term. I can't thank the community enough for passing the bond issue and supporting our stu­ dents." Business Manager Alice Jansma said. "The district will invest the proceeds of the bond sale during con­ struction to maximize inter­ est earnings. Funds will be used as needed to pay for completed portions of the project to insure additional interest earnings.” The school district's fi­ nancing was conducted by the Michigan investment banking office of the broker­ age firm. A.G. Edwards & Sons. Inc., the financial ad­ vising firm Stauder. Barch & Associates, and the law firm serving as bond coun­ sel, Thrun, Maatsch and Nordberg. Anne E. Noble, managing director of A.G. Edwards, said, "Thomapple Kellogg School’s bonds were very well received by the bond market. The district's bonds were sold at competitive rates in a strong bond mar­ ket. It is always rewarding to assist school districts in TOTAL FREEDOM ---------------- ALL 50 STATES------------------- I funding new projects in a cost effective manner, and that’s what Thomapple Kel­ logg School was able to ac­ complish in this transac­ tion.’ The bond sale closes on Nov. 6. The board and advi­ sors are not anticipating any delay to the closing. In other business last week, the school board: • Was told by Konarska that following a search for a new librarian for the high school and community li­ brary and interviews with several candidates, Joanne Boyer was hired. Boyer is currently a li­ brarian in Indianapolis, but is originally from the west­ ern Michigan area. She was looking for a position which would bring her closer to her family. She told Konarska that she is excited about the op­ portunity to work for the school district. She came to education after a career in the banking and technology areas. She is certified and has taught at the high school level. Board member Don Haney said. "I think she will bring good ideas and experi­ ence to the district." • Learned from Konarska that the district had 30 appli­ cations from qualified teach­ ers for the opening at second grade, which became avail­ able when Constance Ben­ nett moved to the reading specialist's position. After a scries of inter­ views the district hired Me­ gan J. Zeneberg from Roscommon. Konarska told the board that while all who applied were "outstanding candidates” the interviews with the Hope College graduate made her the top choice. Zeneberg has been teach­ ing in a long term substitute position in the'Kenowa Hills district and several princi­ pals told Konarska that they would have hired her if they had an opening on their staff. She has studied abroad in Australia and Honduras and her background in reading should match well with the district goals. Konarska said. The Oct. 28 meeting of the school board was can­ celled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Mon­ day, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary. Thornapple Township planners discuss farm land preservation by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornap­ ple Township Planning Commission spent most of their meeting Monday, Oct. 21, listening to presentations by Dennis Pennington and Barry County Commissioner Tom Wing on "purchase of development rights" and "transfer of development rights." Pennington reviewed work which has been done in the county to preserve farm land. Following his 90 minute presentation which included extensive questions on the law, whether there would be enough money available to really save farmland and whether the prime agricultural property within the township would even qualify. The consensus was that farm land preserva­ tion was a good idea but no one was sure whether it would work. This is especially true in a township so close to the rap­ idly expanding corridor from Grand Rapids south. Wing added a brief expla­ nation of the TDR program and how it might work if legislation was passed to support the concept. The board has copies of a book­ let on farm land preservation and a copy of the draft Barry County ordinance which would create the Barry County Farm Land Preser­ vation Program. Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) Chief Mark Marentette will provide the commission with a overview of the im­ pact of sprawl at the No­ vember commission meet­ ing. In other business, the board discussed the Water and Sewer study and whether it provides enough information for planning purposes. The board will suggest that a committee with representatives from the village, township and both planning commissions do more study on this issue. Zoning Administrator Geoff Moffat gave commis­ sioners an updated forbear­ ance agreement with FENCO/Fenstermacher, owners of the asphalt plant that was developed during a lengthy meeting between the planning commission spe­ cial committee and FF.NSCO representatives. Moffat asked the commis­ sioners to review this infor­ mation and be ready to vote on it at the Nov. 18 meeting. Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads FIRST ( MONTH FREE • 3500 Nt? ti A Weekend Home Minutes • FRE Mobne-To44otM Minutes j -ZILLLEL AUTHORIZED AGENT • FUSE ACTIVATION C.L -X i.akk RadioShack You’ve g«»t questions. We’ve got 81 - 124TH AVENUE • OUM LAKE, MIC HIGAN 26£»-6 7 2-98 2O 2nd District Commissioner General Election November 5, 2002 Your Support Will Be Appreciated! Paid by French for Commissioner, 171 Hunters Trail Ct., Middleville, Ml 49333 ★ VOTE ★ VOTE ★ VOTE ★ VOTE ★ VOTE ★ VOTE ★ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/October 29. 2002/Page 19 Caledonia planners want to talk over county stormwater ordinance by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer An initiative to develop a county-wide Mormwater or­ dinance has been postponed in Caledonia until it could be reviewed by the Planning Commission and board members. County Drain Commis­ sioner Roger Laninga and and engineer Jim Smulhgan last week made a presenta­ tion on the ordinance. Smulligan has been involved in the project for more than two years. Laninga explained that the Drain Commission has legal authority over drainage issues in plat developments only. The commission also reviews other kinds of de­ velopments as well, if re­ quested. but more as a cour­ tesy than through authority. Other types of commercial development, such as site condos, arc not governed by these standards. Only through a township ordinance, he explained, can all developments be gov­ erned under uniform stan­ dards. Because local control is established in Kent County, the ordinance was taken to individual town­ ships. It has been adopted by eight Kent County town­ ships so far. and still must be approved by nine more. C hapter six of the ordi­ nance provides for enforce­ ment. "It is very unique. It mental encroachment upon gives the board the authority the resident’s rights the ordi­ to put sanctions on projects, nance could have. "If you stop projects, enforce the get a building permit you are project, and make sure it a developer." he said. He had many reservations gets built right." That authority surpasses that of about details of the ordi­ the Drain Commissioner, he nance. and he did not want the presentation of the ordi­ explained. The township does not nance to count as a first have control over stormwa­ reading until there was more ter plans in a plat. The town­ time to review and discuss ship engineer can review it. the proposal. He said he according to accepted engi­ would like the Planning neering standards and make Commission to review it. Bravata said as a builder, he recommendations, but there is no legal authority behind wanted it done right. Township Engineer it, Laninga explained. Randy Wilcox said the peo­ "You really need to have a local ordinance adopted ple involved in drafting the for the legal authority. All ordinance had done a great the development in the job. He said he thought the Commission township would come under Planning this," he said. By adopting should look at the issue of separate permits. Permits the ordinance in each of the townships, there would be a could be part of the normal lot of consistency in the procedure in every site plan standards governing storm­ approval by the commission. water design and enforce­ He thought this part of the ordinance could be modified ment throughout the county. The Caledonia Planning easily. Laninga said the other Commission has not re­ viewed the ordinance, but townships had not modified this is a stand-alone ordi­ the ordinance. Trustee Richard Robert­ nance, Planner Dave Zylstra said. It is not a requirement son said there were some that it be approved by the minor adjustments in differ­ commission, but only by the ent townships. He men­ Township Board. The board tioned there was a storm wa­ could ask the commission ter committee, comprised of himself. Bravata and Super­ for review, however. Trustee Bill Bravata said visor Bryan Hamson. More specific regulations he had concerns over the fi­ nancial impacts and govern­ applying to various zones would be established after the adoption of the ordianance. Zylstra said. Fees could be set later on as w ell. Trustee Wally Bujak said he supported the ordinance He favored having the storm water committee look at the ordinance, and especially the enforcement issues. He said there needs to be a way to put the ordinance into ef­ fect, once passed. He said the township staff is already overwhelmed with enforcing other ordinances. He men­ tioned the two phases of the ter issues covered in that or­ dinance. Its really a matter of time before you have to adopt an ordinance that ad­ dresses the state issues." he said near the end of his ex­ planation. A township permit will at some point be required to administer its part of the program. The goal of the program is to achieve storm waler quality, and is a watershed based approach. See stormwater, page 20 Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It ’s the way insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St?* Caledonia. 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MUOctober 29. 2002 Four state-wide ballot proposals to be decided Four statewide proposals will be included on the gen* eral election ballot Nov. 5, involving future elections, sewer project bonding, rights of state workers to collective bargaining and binding arbitration and use of the tobacco settlement money. The Michigan Secretary of State’s office ballot word­ ing for the proposals will be: • PROPOSAL 02-1: A referendum on Public Act 269 of 2001 — An act to amend certain sections of Michigan election law. (Pro­ posal provided under a ref­ erendum petition filed with the Secretary of State on March 21. 2002.) • PROPOSAL 02-2 A proposal to authorize bonds for sewage treatment works projects, stormwater projects and water pollution projects. (Proposal provided under Public Act 396 of 2002.) • PROPOSAL 02-3: A proposal to amend the state constitution to grant state classified employees the constitutional right to collec­ tive bargaining with binding arbitration. (Proposal pro­ vided under an initiative pe­ tition filed with the Secre­ tary of State on July 8, 2002.) • PROPOSAL 02-4: A proposed constitutional amendment to allocate the “tobacco settlement reve­ nue” received by the state from cigarette manufactur­ ers. (Proposal provided un­ der an initiative petition filed with the Secretary of State on July 8. The first proposal would: • Eliminate the "straight party" vote option on parti­ san general election ballots. • Require the Secretary of State's office to obtain train­ ing reports from local elec­ tion officials. • Require registered vot­ ers who do not appear on registration list to show pic­ ture identification before voting a challenged ballot. • Require expedited can­ vass if presidential vote margin is less than 25.000. • Require ballot counting equipment to screen ballots for voting errors to ensure the accurate tabulation of absentee ballots and permit voters in polls to correct er­ rors. • Provide penalties for stealing campaign signs or accepting payment for cam­ paign work while being paid as a public employee to per­ form election duties. The second ballot pro­ posal would authorize bonds for sewage treatment works, storm water and water pollu­ tion projects. The proposal would: • Authorize the State of Michigan to borrow a sum not to exceed $1 billion to improve the quality of the waters of the state by financ­ ing sewage treatment works projects, storm water pro­ jects and water pollution projects. • Authorize the state to is­ sue general obligation bonds pledging the full faith and credit of the state for the payment of principle and in­ terest on the bonds. • Provide for repayment of the bonds from the gen­ eral fund of the state The third proposal would grant state classified em­ ployees the constitutional right to collective bargaining with binding arbitration. The proposed constitu­ tional amendment would: • Grant state classified employees, in appropriate bargaining units determined by the Civil Service Com­ mission. the right to elect bargaining representatives for the purpose of collective bargaining with the state employer. • Require the state to bar­ gain in good faith for the purpose of reaching a bind­ ing collective bargaining agreement with any elected bargaining representatives over wages, hours, pensions and other terms and condi­ tions of employment. Middleville's Newest Doctor Is Part of Our Home Team TK High's Former Hoops Player No. 20 Chris Noah is now Dr. Noah Introducing Dr. Chris Noah Back Home To Serve Your Family. Christopher J. Noah. M.D. is now taking new patients in his practice with Dr. Smendik at Cherry Valley Family Physicians on M-37, right here in Middleville. Dr. Noah grew up in Middleville and graduated from TK High School. He then graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. He completed his residency at Mid-Michigan Medical Center in Midland, Ml in the specialty of Family Practice. Of special note. Dr. Noah is Board Certified in his specialty of Family Practice, which means be has passed additional tests of his know ledge and skills in this comprehensive specialty. Dr Noah can provide care for: •Women's Health •Obstetrics •Pediatrics ’Senior Health Dr Noah can provide expert care for your entire family, from maternity and new boms to seniors, in one convenient Middleville location. To find out more and schedule an appointment call 269795-4434 today. • Extend the bargaining representatives the right to submit any unresolved dis­ putes over the terms of a collective bargaining agree­ ment to binding arbitration 30 days after the start of ne­ gotiations. The fourth proposal would reallocate the state to­ bacco settlement revenue it has received. The proposed constitu­ tional amendment would: • Annually allocate on a permanent basis 90% (ap­ proximately $297 million) of "tobacco settlement reve­ nue" received by state from cigarette manufacturers as follows: $151.8 million to non-profit hospitals, li­ censed nursing homes, li­ censed hospices, nurse prac­ titioners, school-linked health centers and Healthy Michigan Foundation: $102.3 million to fund pro­ grams to reduce tobacco use. Health and Aging Research Development Initiative. To­ bacco-Free Futures Fund. Council of Michigan Foun­ dations and Nurses Scholar­ ship Program: and $42.9 million to the Elder Pre­ scription Drug Program. • Guarantee recipients funding at 2001 appropria­ tion levels plus additional state funds on an escalating basis for non-profit hospi­ tals. licensed nursing homes, licensed hospices and nurse practitioners. All four proposals will appear on the Nov. 5 general election ballot along with Democratic and Republican Party candidates for gover­ nor. U.S. senator, congress­ man. state representative, state senator and county commissioner. Two ballot proposals, one to force state lawmakers to vote on their pay raises and another to establish a recrea­ tion fund, were both ap­ proved in the Aug. 6 pri­ mary election. Stormwater, continued from page 20 In the permit application March 10. 2003. The is an issue of "illicit dis­ GVMC will also prepare the charge." referring to any­ public education plan, which thing entering the stormwa­ offered an opportunity to ter flushing system that is provide a more efficient co­ not storm water. It tries to ordinated approach to edu­ remove all pollutants. "Part cation than could be done on of that plan includes map­ a local level. ping the storm water out­ The plan is also to help falls, or where the system communities "put budgets discharges to a waterway of together, to know what the the state, a creek, a lake, a costs will be and to imple­ ment anything that is part of wetland." These points would be this program," Smulligan checked and the source of said. The toolbox will in­ the pollutants identified and clude resource information removed. This will require relevant to the program. Caledonia is late getting the township to have the le­ gal authority to deal with into the activities related to that program, Smulligan creating the program. Cale­ said. One item in the "tool­ donia may not have to han­ box" is an addendum to the dle all the illicit discharge stormwater ordinance, aspects of the program, as it which expands it to include is not as urbanized as some discharge program. It in­ other township? arc Hr said cludes watershed manage­ the Campau L^ikc watershed ment planning. It is part of a area should be a part be­ Lower Grand River Water­ cause of the density of popu­ lation there. shed plan. He said there would be The last census allowed for adding additional com­ about a month after the first munities around Grand Rap­ of the year for the township ids to the regional effort. to go over the information The Grand Valley Metro before the permit application Council will be involved in is required to be submitted. The permit application a regional effort to educate the communities to prepare process is expected to cost permit applications, due from $1,000 to $6000. J&K FABRICATION PORTABLE WELDING & FABRICATION We take pride in our work. 490 Edward Street Chem VaiK Fanuh PtnsM»ans. MIuDLOILlt Middleville, Ml 49333 269.795.4434 Pennock If it breaks we will come to you and fix it. Tell us what you want built and we will build it. Call ajiytime^ 26^795^5354 �The Sun and News. MWdtevrte. MWDctober 29. 2002/Page 21 Brog, Stotz, Robinson* Miedema qualify Trojan girls' state C-C title string snapped The Middleville girls’ cross country team’s string of three consecutive Divi­ sion II state championships was snapped Saturday morn­ ing when the Trojans fin­ ished fifth among the 16 teams competing in the re­ gional at Yankee Springs State Park. Only the top three teams and top 15 individual run­ ners in each regional qualify for the state meet Saturday, Nov. 2, at Michigan Interna­ tional Speedway near Brooklyn. The heartbreak of coming close but not qualifying also was experienced by the Caledonia girls' and lake­ wood boys' squads. The Fighting Scots placed fourth and the Viking boys took fifth, ending the latter Tim Brog Middleville runner Jessica Stortz for third place. “Wojo" came in at 19:19:34.5 and O-K Blue Conference individual champion Stortz's time was 19:36.4. O-K Gold individ­ ual champion Tricia Mie­ dema of Caledonia finished fifth in 19:39.1. Joining Stortz and Mie­ dema in the state meet this Saturday will be Middleville freshman Chaney Robinson, whose time of 20:15.5 was good enough for 15th place. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Office 616-877-4435 Jessica Stortz See cross country, pg. 23 Announces o% for 60 Months on All... 2003 TRAIL BLAZERS Chaney Robinson East Grand Rapids sopho­ more sensation Laura Malnor, to the surprise of virtu­ ally no one, was individual regional champion. She glided across the cold, damp course in just 18:29.8. being pushed by no one. Bethany Hoffman of Hol­ land Christian was a distant second in 19:12.9 and Lisa Wojciakowski edged top BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... year. Stortz and Raymond are both juniors. Hoag and Page are both sophomores and Robinson is a freshman. 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Proceeds will be used to purchase new books Diners came in all sizes and ages Cross country, continued from page 21 Lakewood sophomore Corey Thelen and senior teammate Dan Morris both qualified for the state meet by placing among the top five and Tim Brog of Mid­ dleville finished 15th to qualify individually for the third time in his career. Thelen was the regional runner-up to Wyoming Park’s Mark VanderMecr, who won it all with a time of 16:03.4. Thelen finished in 16:19. eight seconds ahead of third place Robby Young of Wayland and Grand Rap­ ids Christian’s Pete Clemo was fourth in 16:28.5 and Morris was right behind him with a 16:29.4. Brog, who the week be­ fore had been fighting an ill- ncss, checked in with a 16:57.9 to take the last available state qualifying slot. Grand Rapids Christian had 78 team points to win the team derby and the other two state qualifying squads were Grand Rapids Catholic Central with 98 and East Grand Rapids with 104. Wyoming Park was fourth with 132, followed by Lake­ wood with 147, Holland Christian 155, South Chris­ tian 183, Lowell 194, Cale­ donia 224, Wayland 235, Middleville 306, Wyoming Rogers 341, Byron Center 365, Hudsonville Unity Christian 386. Hastings 408, Grand Rapids Creston 446 and Grand Rapids Central 447. Caledonia was led by Drew O’Malley, who was 34th in 17:39.2, followed by Joe Favrcau, 36th in 17:42, Jon Hekman 46th in 17:55, Patrick Spitzley 47th in 17:55.4 and Pat O’Connor 61st in 18:16.3. John Goebel was 69th in 18:26.1 and Kirk Post 88th in 18:52.5. The group behind Brog for Middleville included Nick Tomson 54th in 18:02.2, Alex Robinson 63rd in 18:19.6, Chris Hark­ ness 82nd in 18:44.4 and Matt Miller 92nd in 18:58.4. Lars Gustafson finished 104th in 20:00 and Jeremy Taggert was 108th in 20:28.5. Young football Scots end year The Caledonia freshmen football team finished its season with a 26-19 win over Wayland. Offensively the Scots rushed for 224 yards and passed for 42. Chad Burrows scored on a 5-yard run and Daniel Spitzley scored on a 1-yard run for the Scots. Bryce Morrow scored on a 10-yard reception and Kyle Cromer scored on a 22-yard reception from Spitzley. Defensively the Scots were led by Jon Muuse and Jeff Douma with seven tack­ les each. Alex Olrich had two fumble re­ coveries and a blocked punt. Clay Bcrridge had an interception. The Scots finished the season with an overall re­ cord of 8-1 and a conference record of 7-0. Throughout the season they outscored their opponents 302-101, and proved to be a very physical football team that played with a lot of enthusi­ asm and made the big plays when they needed to. The Caledonia jayvee football team ended their season with a 12-0 win over Wayland. By winning their last five games the jayvccs finish the year with a 5-4 record. The defense finished the season with two straight shut outs. 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The model TG255 4WD Suoersteer Tractor with Duals Front & Rear will be at our store and available for Hands-on Experience from OCTOBER 29 THRU NOVEMBER 1 FROM 8AM TO 5PM DAILY AND ON NOVEMBER 2 FROM 8AM TO 3PM Don’t miss this opportunity to be one of the first to see this remarkable tractor. Whether you're a John Deere, Case 1H, New Holland, or any other brand owner, you will be impressed with this super new tractor from New Holland! Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville • 517-852-1910 Visrt our web site at www maptevalleyeq com or e-mail at mvi@mvcc com MONDAY - FRIDAY 8-5 • SATURDAY 8-12 �Page 24frhe Sun and News M.ddfeviUe Ml/October 29. 2002 TK netters receive well earned awards Last week awards were handed out at the TK varsity girls’ tennis banquet follow­ ing the teams’ 25th winning season in the last 27 years. Seniors Kara Hutchens and Carrie Middlebush were named co-MVP’s. “They were great exam­ ples to the rest of the team,” said Seger, “of how to work." and for their positive attitudes. “They were out two leaders." Coach Larry Seger said either girl could have played one or two singles for the Trojans. Both players were unani­ mous O-K Blue all-confercncc selections this season. “Kara wanted the number one spot bad. and she fought for it. She wanted to play the best. That says a lol about being the most valuable, to work that hard and want to play the best.” Middlebush compiled a 19-6 record, the best singles record on the team. Seger said she was also important in recruiting. Me lisa Potts and Rachel Clinton, both seniors, joined the (cam for the first lime this season after some per­ suasion from Middlebush, their volleyball (cammate. Potts finished the season 22-4. while Clinton went 226 "They made a huge dif­ ference for us,” said Seger of his second doubles team. “They made our doubles stronger all the way down." The pair of Potts and Clinton defeated Catholic Central, who was the second seed at the state finals, in the regional semi’s. Clinton won Seger’s "Iron Kara Hutchens was named co-MVP of this season’s TK varsity girls’ tennis team, along with senior classmate Carrie Middlebush Both girls were also named to the all O-K Blue team (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maiden” award this season. It goes to a player who never gives up, is commit­ ted, hard working, and dedi­ cated. Emily Porter was chosen as the player who improved most from the end of last season to the end of this one. Seger said that Porter earned the award by unveiling a very strong forehand shot, an becoming much more ag­ gressive at the net. "She just improved so much.” The award for the most dedicated player went to Leanne Lantinga for her practice attendance and commitment to improve. Also for her positive attitude while constantly playing with different doubles part­ ners as the Trojans’ had to The Trojans’ Rachel Clinton was chosen by coach Larry Seger as this year’s “Iron Maiden” for her deter­ mination to win with aggressive play and hustle. (Photo by Brett Bremer) fill in for missing players, and search for the right dou­ bles combinations up and down the flights. Seger said that Lantinga “took whatever partner and made the doubles team as strong as she could.” The Trojans’ fourth dou­ bles team of Michelle Raetz and Bethany Steorts won the O-K Blue conference tour­ nament. beating eventual state champion, Calvin Christian’s four doubles team, in the finals. Steorts finished the sea­ son with a 21-6 record, while Steorts was 19-5. Jen Burks finished the year with a 17-8 mark at fourth singles for the Tro­ jans. Seger mentioned that the Trojans’ assistant coach, Kara Hutchens father, Don Hutchens may have helped out the team for the final time as this is his last player going through. Don Hutch­ ens dedication has been im­ portant to this and many other Trojan teams, said Se­ ger. TK frosh pick up fumbles, grid win The TK boys’ varsity soc­ cer season came to an end at the feet of the fourth ranked team in Division II in the state. Lowell. 1 -0 in the first round of the District tourna­ ment Monday Oct. 21. Trojans’ coach Todd McCrumb said he was pretty happy with how his team played. It was a tough draw for the first round, but McCrumb said they would have had to see them any­ way. It was better to see them first than last. “Il’s not quite as traumatic.” Lowell’s Sam Oberlin, who McCrumb said is one of the best players in the state, was held in check for most of the night by TK sen­ ior defender Patrick McKe­ own. McCrumb said that McKeown did a good job of keeping Oberlin’s shots down The only real good shot he got was the one that won it for Lowell. Oberlin scored the only goal of the game with 23 minutes left to play after a Lowell ends Trojans’ championship season TK’s freshmen football team played host to non­ league opponent Northview for the first time. Thursday Oct. 17, and won 33-7. The win raises the young Trojans record to 7-1. Typical of the start of many games this season TK scored on its first two pos­ sessions. - VOTE - REBECCA LUKASIEWICZ STATE REPRESENATIVE 87th DISTRICT (Barry & Ionia Counties) November 5, 2002 III Fight To... • Protect family values by protecting family rights. • Invest in our public schools and community colleges to prepare students for gooa paying jobs • Save existing jobs and create new, good paying jobs in the hard hit areas of Barry & Ionia Counties • Use wise spending cuts, not taxes, to balance the budget. Stop contamination and diversion of Great Lakes water. Help Michigan seniors by further restricting telemarketing with increased penalties for telemar­ keting fraud. Eliminating mandatory overtime for nurses in our hospitals and nursing homes which threaten patient safety and contributes to the statewide nursing shortage. Proudly Endorsed By. Mitchell Eisher scored the first touchdown on a 10yard run. After TK’s Alex Snider recovered a Northview fum­ ble, Ben Ybema scored on a 3-yard run, and Fisher ran the two-point conversion. Ybema’s touchdown was aided by a long run by quar­ terback Jason Blain. Leading 14-0 the Trojans’ Scott Brown intercepted a Northview pass and returned it to the Northview 6-yard line. Moments later, Blain passed to end Justen Noffke for another score. The Tro­ jans led at halftime, 20-0. After Northview scored on a 43-yard touchdown pass to open the second half, TK answered with a long touchdown drive of its own. Travis Young scored from the one, and Mike Munjoy kicked the extra point put­ ting TK ahead 27-7. Blain ended the scoring when he connected with Noffke again on a 41-yard TD pass. The score was set up by Ybema. who recov­ ered another Northview fumble. The defense continues to play well with many indi­ viduals contributing to its success. Leading the defense against Northview were Isaac Thaler, Vince Dattiata, Jordan Smith. Derrick Brock, Brown, Ybema, and Young. Callfor Sun & News RctioiMs 945-9554 or Carl Levin - Chairman of Senate Armed Services Committee www.electbecca.com AND FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT REBECCA LUKASIEWICZ C/O 168 CORDES ROAD. DELTON. MCHIGAN 49046 1-800-870-7085 long throw in was followed bv a scramble in front of the TKgoal. A Trojan defender got his head on the throw in. and the ball went straight up into the air. McKeown s got his fool on the bouncing ball, and tried to clear il out. but it went off the back of a head and this time came dow n right in front of Ober­ lin who shot it into the Tro­ jans’ net. McCrumb said it was a rough, but well played game by both squads, moving the ball back and forth, up and down the field. Both teams had numerous scoring chances, and both goalies made some big saves. Lowell’s coach was given a red card and was tossed out just two minutes before the game winning goal for asking an official, what McCrumb called, a “legiti­ mate question.” Just at a bad time, after one warning. The Trojans had many opportunities. McCrumb said their game plan worked great, they just couldn't get the ball past Lowell’s keeper who did a great job. Casey Aubil in net for the Trojans had four or five really good saves, said McCrumb. A bouncing ball like the one that led to the goal is “bound to go in.” said McCrumb Junior Phil VanSpronscn played a really good game, said McCrumb. "He was all over the place. He played three different positions, and he played every one well.” The coach also said that Eric Smith played very well in his final game with the Trojans. Smith was creating offensive chances with a "number of perfect crosses.” The Trojans finish their season with a 15-4 record, and another O-K Blue championship. McCrumb said his team was "disap­ pointed. They’re not used to losing.” But it was better to run into Lowell now than later in the cold, and wet, and rain. Lowell went on to defeat Hastings in the second round, and faced off against Caledonia in the final last Saturday. Paul Henry Trail closed in November The Middleville section of the Paul Henry Thornap­ ple Trail closes at dusk on Thursday, Oct. 31. It will re­ open at dawn on Dec. 1. This includes the paved sec­ tion from Village Hall to McCann Road and the unpaved section from McCann Road to Irving Road. Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion president Michael Gormley asks that bicycle riders and walkers respect the closing which is part of an agreement with land owners along the trail. Portions of the trail in Kentwood, Caledonia and Nashville will remain open during November. Gormley reminds walkers and bicy­ clists to be alert to hunting activity along the trail. �The Sun and News Middleville. MVOctaber 29. 2002/Page 25 Looking For a *ad J PRINTER? 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MiddlevHle Ml/October 29 2002 Wins starting to add up for Caledonia girls By Brett Bremer Sports Editor In their second of two conference wins last week the Caledonia Fighting Scots varsity girls’ basketball team moved to 7-4 in the confer­ ence. and 10-4 overall, by besting Sparta 80-53 Thurs­ day Oct. 24. “Everyone played a great game." said Scots’ coach Angie Stauffer. “Overall, it was a great team victory.” Junior guard Julie Slot took her usual spot at the top of the score sheet, leading the Scots with 21 points. Mindy Bode had 12. and Bhanna Hormcl 13 for Cale­ donia. Tuesday Oct. 22 after trailing by a couple of points for the first two and a half quarters the Scots finally got ahead of the visiting Hast­ ings’ Saxons, and went on to win 54-48. The Saxons never got the lead to double digits like the last time the two teams met, also a Caledonia come from behind victory. “Stop Slot,” was Saxons’ head coach Steve Laubaugh's goal for the game against Caledonia, as it has probably been the goal for all the teams in the O-K Gold this season. The Saxons did a pretty good job of it in the first half, holding her to five points. Hastings led 18-14 at halftime, holding Slot in check and being patient moving the ball around on offense until they found good shots. Molly Alderson scored eight points in the first half, on her way to leading the Saxons in the game with 14. Caledonia led 2-0 and didn’t lead again until mid­ way through the third period when Scots’ freshman for­ ward Amanda Jandahal scored to go up 24-23. The teams then went back and forth until the fourth quarter. Hastings took a one point lead on two free throws by Niki Noteboom, but Caledo­ nia scored the next seven points to lead 43-37. Slot scored 14 of her game high 19 points in the second half, and junior cen­ ter Mindy Bode scored all 12 of her points in the sec­ ond to push Caledonia into the lead for good. A Laura Dipert three pointer cut the Scot lead in half, but it was as close as the Saxons would get the rest of the night. Dipert scored nine points for the Saxons, as did Note­ boom. “It was ugly,” said Stauf­ fer, “but we got it done.” The Scots turned the ball over 24 times. Stauffer said that sometimes her girls lose their focus. She says that there’s the wrong play, a Caledonia forward Shelby King (20) pulls down an of­ fensive rebound before it can get to Hastings' Laura Megan Sandtveit's (24) five points in the first half for Dipert (12). King led the Scots with 10 boards in the the Scots against Hastings helped keep Caledonia contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) within reach. (Photo by Brett Bremer) good play, a better play, and a best play. “We need more of the best play, instead of the good.” Both teams shot right around 30% from the field. With all those balls coming off the iron there were lots of rebounds to be had. The Scots pulled down 37 boards Trade in your o(d frrooto for a Bootiful new ride! on the night. Caledonia’s Shelby King seemed to find the big ones. She pulled down ten boards on the night to go along with her four points. Stauffer said she told her junior forward King that “she doesn't need to score points to be on the floor for us.” She plays excellent de­ fense, said Stauffer, and “she’s smart about knowing where the balls are going to come off. She has good in­ stincts to go and get the ball.” Slot had nine rebounds for Caledonia. Part of Laubaugh's “stop Slot” program was to try and keep her off the free throw line, where Caledonia has been very good this season. It didn’t work out on the court however. Laubaugh said after the Hastings’ girls’ win at Sparta last week that his team is “still struggling with some things that are bound to hurt us, fouls and free throw shooting. We commit way too many shooting fouls and our free throw shooting has not been a strength for us. In close games we need to be more disciplined in these areas." After the game laubaugh pointed to the Caledonia score sheet where it read. Slot 11 of 13 from the free throw line. “The kids arc still figur­ ing out help defense,” said Laubaugh, “getting to the spot with their feet and hold­ ing it. Right now the help D. is to reach. They need to . learn not to reach, that it leads to fouls.” Caledonia was 18 of 23 from the free throw line, while the Saxons shot just 21 of 32 from the stripe. “That’s giving away points,” said Laubaugh. The Scots only have one game next week. They host Wayland in a Halloween showdown Thursday Oct. 31. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AA & AL-ANON Caledonia - 100th and M37. 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I Located at Monterey Grill’s old location 9866 Cherry Valley • Caledonia • 891-8275 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 6 am. - 2:30 p.m.; Sat. 7 am. - 2:30 p.m.; Sun. 8 a m. - 2:30 p.m. �Page 28/The Sun and News. MtddlevHle. Ml/Octobe< 29 2002 Caledonia loses to playoff-bound ‘Cats by David T. Young Editor Caledonia closed outs its 2002 football season Friday night by dropping a 33-14 decision to neighboring rival Wayland. With the victory, the visit­ ing Wildcats recorded their best overall regular season mark in 29 years and they kept the coveted Cowbell for the second straight year in its 53-ycar history as the prize in the battle between the rivals. The ‘Cats, with their 7-2 record, will take part in the post-season play­ offs for the second straight season. The Fighting Scots, Caledonia girls' head bas­ ketball coach Angie Stauf­ fer. The game wan't even four minutes old. The Scots went three and out and Wayland threatened to turn the contest into a laugher quickly. Hilaski ran it into the end zone from five yards out this time and Chris Graczyk botted an­ other extra point and it was 14-0 with the game only seven and a half minutes old. But the Scots then showed some solid smash mouth football, marching the ball between the tackles from their own 20 to the Wayland 31-yard line, where halfback Kyle Klyn broke loose and sprinted into the end zone. Marc Schadler kicked the extra point and the Wildcats' lead suddenly had been cut in half. The inspired Scots’ de­ fense forced Wayland to punt. Klyn then took a pitch from quarterback Angel Castillo and was sprung loose on a couple of blocks from Matt Harp and Ryan Roseboom to race down the sidelines untouched in an 80-yard score. Shadier's boot tied it at 14 with 5:11 left in the second period. But just when things were looking up. the Scots’ de­ fense suffered a couple of lapses in successful passing meanw hile, finished with an overall record of 3-6. It was a game of streaks and missed opportunities for Caledonia. Coach Tom Burrill’s group fell behind 14-0, battled back to tie it. yielded a TD in the waning mo­ ments of the first half, seri­ ously threatened to score twice in the third quarter and then sort of self destructed in the end. Wayland wasted little time m getting on the score­ board first. On its fifth play after the opening kickoff, quarterback Leon Hilaski burned the Scots’ secondary with a 51-yard TD strike to Ryan Farmer, the brother of Class of ‘06 info al conferences Parents of students in the class of 2006 are trying to make the effort to create a safe, drug free and memora­ ble after graduation party just a little easier. Parents met on Oct. 7 to sec if there were ways to make the fundraising for this event less stressful for par­ ents of seniors. This year’s senior parents arc in the midst of a campaign to raise at least $15,000 for the party. The decision was made to begin collecting dues during the freshman, sophomore and junior years. Letters de­ tailing the dues program will be sent to parents in Janu­ ary. Parents of the Class of 2006 will also be on hand to answer questions during conferences on Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 6 and 7. They will also have Class of 2006 T-shirts on sale and are taking orders for sweat­ shirts. For information about the Class of 2006 call Nancy Young at 795-7743, Laura Munjoy at 948-2235 or Julie Ybema at 795-2353. Anthony Reid (32) is on the muddy ground here af­ ter coming down with a short pass from quarterback Angel Castillo. Looking on are linemen teammates Brian Derks (67) and Matt Parlberg (65). hookups between Hilaski and Brad Buell and then fullback Matt Daly found the end zone from 13 yards out, taking advantage of some temporary confusion. The only consolation in that drive came when Jim Haisma timed the snap per­ fectly and leaped in front of Graczyk to block the extra point attempt. So Wayland went into in­ termission with a 20-14 lead Caledonia mounted two serious scoring threats in the third quarter. The Scots, buoyed by a 35-yard pass from Castillo to Greg Jousma. got the ball as far as the Wildcats’ 22. but they had to give up the football when they failed to convert on fourth down and inches. Not long afterward the Scots marched the ball down to Wayland's 26. but again failed to convert on fourth and a half yard. Daly then broke several tackles on his way to a 73yard touchdown scamper and the visiting unit was up 26-14 Only moments later. Caledonia stopped a Wayland dnve on downs at its own 37. only to have a pass picked off by Nathan Schrontz and reumed to the end zone 36 yards for the fi­ nal scoring of the evening Castillo completed five of 10 passes for 125 yards, but three aerials were inter­ cepted. Caledonia had 300 yards rushing, with getting 137 on 13 carries. Hilaski was limited six of nine passes for 100 yards. An­ thony Reed caught three passes for 69 yards for the Scots. Despite the loss. Caledo­ nia still leads the Cowbell series, which was begun be­ tween the two schools in 1949. Caledonia has won possession 29 times. Wayland 23 and there was one scoreless tic. LAST CHANCE... STOCK s’ d ‘1 ~| ~7‘T q FREE SALT $10.00 Value ! 50 lb. 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It was the teams sixth trip to the state finals, after fin­ ishing as reserve champion last year. “It was not an easy one.” said coach Kelly Lloyd. Caledonia entered the final class with just a slim lead over defending champion. ASTIC The CHS Equestrian team members celebrate their 2002 Division A State title with their newly won trophy. Werkema, Emily Dannison, Coach Kelly Lloyd. Kate Sorrensen, Tim Stouffer, Me­ gan Bush, Lindsey Wyma, Asst. Coaches Darcy Stouffer and Kim Merwin. Howell. Lloyd said that she tried to get everyone on the team to do their best to even the 'Arsenic and Old Lace’ to light up TKHS stage by Patricia Johns Stuff Writer Director Tricia Rickert aughs as some of her actors lecome the characters in Arsenic and Old Lace.” “They’re getting the lines town and perfecting their iming. I know they will be eady for the night.” She in­ vites anyone who is looking for alternate plans for the opening weekend of fire­ arms deer season to stop by the play Arsenic and Old Lace” will be performed on Friday and Saturday night (Nov. 15 and 16) at 7 p.m. in the audi­ torium at the high school. Tickets will be available at the door for $4 a piece. Tickets can be reserved by obtaining a ticket reserva­ tion form on the Thornapple Kellogg web site: www.tk.kl2.mi.us. This classic dark comedy by Joseph Kesserling ran for three years on Broadway. It was a very popular movie starring Cary Grant and di­ rected by Frank Capra in 1944. The Broadway revival shrver in anticipation on Nov 15 and 16 in 1986-87 starred Abe Vigoda and Jean Stapleton. It has been performed many times, but the humor still sparkles. Rebecca Du­ fresne. who plays Abby. one of the sisters, says. “This is the funniest play I have ever been in.” Abby and Martha (Ashley Ballard) Brewster are two sweet but definitely crazy sisters who have been help­ ing the men who live in their boarding house to heaven and a grave in the basement with the help of poisoned el- derberry wine. Their nephew Teddy (Ja­ red McDuffee) lives with them and thinks he is Theo­ dore Roosevelt. Since he thinks he is digging the Pan­ ama Canal in the basement, it is easy for the sisters to find room for their victims. Most of the humor comes when the Brewster’s nephew Mortimor (Alex Robinson,) the only sane one in the family, tries his best to have his crazy relatives commit­ ted while balancing the needs of his fiance Elaine (Holly Smith) and dealing with his evil brother Jona­ than (Luke Rosenberg) who is in a macabre competition with the Brewster sisters and looking for just one more victim. Also in the cast are Thom Dettmann as Einstein. Mel­ ody Welton as O’Hara, Ka­ tie Bcdrick as Rooney. Paul Adams as Reverend Harper, Caitlin Adams as Officer Brophy. Kavlin Barnes as Officer Klein. Kyle Selleck as Mr. Gibbs, Eric Bush as Witherspoon, and Kyla Sis­ son as his assistant. The stage managers/stu­ dent assistants are Beth Nel­ son, Sam Fiiearman and Kirsten VanderMeer. Performances of “Arsenic and Old Lace” will held at the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. Tickets are available at the door. pressure of the weekend out. but “it was tight all week­ end.” Caledonia led by just 13 points, with 40 left to be won in the competition going into the final class, the two-man relay. Both Howell teams were disqualified however, and the pressure was off as Cale­ donia closed out the champi­ onship. “It worked out nice that way,” said Lloyd. Amanda Werkema earned 90 of the team’s 234 points with four first place finishes and three seconds, as the team from Caledonia placed in nearly every class. Werkema earned first place finishes in trail, west­ ern bareback, and two in western reining. Christjon Sonnes-Mielke won two saddlcseat equita­ tion events. Other first place finishers for Caledonia were Emily Dannison in saddle-seat sit­ ting and showing. Kate Sorensen in saddlcseat pat­ tern. and Mcggan Werkema in western sitting and show- ing. Caledonia defeated IK other teams in Division A. In all 57 teams with 580 to tai riders look place in the three divisions at the State Fair Grounds in Detroit. Lloyd said when the sea son started she didn't even know if there would be a slate finals competition. The Fair Grounds had doubled their fee and there was going to be no way for teams to come up with that kind of money for the finals. Lloyd said that with some persuasion by Lieutenant Governor Richard Posthu­ mus, of Alto, and Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison the a price was ac­ tually negotiated for less than what the equestrian teams had originally ex­ pected to pay. Equestrian is not an offi­ cial MHSAA sport, yet. Coaches volunteer, and the teams must come up with their own funding, but in Caledonia they arc recog­ nized by the school system and the participants do re­ ceive varsity letters. See more photos on pg. 13 In This Issue Community invited to take MEAP test Nov. 13 Help shape look of Middleville’s downtown Heimstra Riding Arena approved conditionally PMR zoning regulations tightened �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml 'November 5. 2002 Community invited to test drive MEAP test involvement, school facili­ nology. critical thinking and ties and teacher quality. team work being important Reading 4th Reading 7th The Thornapple Kellogg component of today’s edu­ Parents and others who district web site offers links cation. T.K. 55.1 T.K. 65.2 have even shaken their The sample test includes to homework help. ME.-XP KISO Average KISO Average heads in dismay when they tips, and other organizations. questions from the elemen­ State Average * 50l9 sec Michigan Education As­ State Average 56.8 tary. middle school and high The local web site address is sessment Program test re­ www.tk.kl2.mi.us. Click on school tests in writing, read­ sults in local newspapers or Science 8th Science 5th the administration building, ing. social studies and math. even wonder what the T.K. 85.9 T.K. 78.1 then on “Curriculum" which The MEAP results and MEAPs are all about can KISO Average KISO Average includes links to other edu­ other tests given in the years get a first hand look on cational sites. that the MEAPs are not State Average 73.2 State Average 66.6 Wednesday, Nov. 13. At the Michigan School given will become the basis The Thornapplc Kellogg Public Relations Association for evaluations under the na­ Social Studies 5th Social Studies 8th School district is one of the site, www.mspra.org. there tional No Child Left Be­ T.K._________________ ’________ many across the area partici­ T.K. are samples of th<; test and hind" initiative. pating in “Take the Test KISO Average KISO Average also a list of questions for The Thornapple Kellogg Week” Nov. 11-15. 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Slate superintendent of * Accessories * Shoes State Average According to the MSPRA Education lorn Watkins State Average * Evening Gowns web site the sample ques­ says. “The MEAP is one This chart from the Thomapple Kellogg district web tions will “challenge you measure of success, but only 7 * Hand ( rafted »Jcwclrv site shows the results for 2002 for MEAP tests given academically: provide a one. We all know that kids in January to students in grades 4. 5, 7 and 8. It does broader perspective on the arc more than a single test • CHILDREN S PLAY AREA! not show high school scores and some of the scores skill level required in aca­ on a single day. But because Glen Valley Retail Center (nght on m-37) for these tests have not yet come from the state. demic subjects; and show the MEAP is important, all 16-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 $■ how MEAP questions arc Michigan citizens need to tant snapshot of student pro­ math, science, reading writ­ Mon 4 Wed 10-7 pm. Tues.Tfm 4Fn 1^6 pm; SH 10-3pm tied to the Michigan curricu­ understand and appreciate gress. The depth and com­ ing and social studies often lum framework." the rigorous stale standards plexity of skills tested in surprise people once they The goal of Take a Test we have set for our students see the test. Today’s stu­ ~=^=====^===^^^=r:jy' dents are expected to dem­ week may be to show how and schools." public education today Eor more information onstrate critical thinking and means more than just a solid about Take The Test Day on reasoning skills at far earlier grip of the “3 Rs” with tech- Nov 13 call Smith at 795ages than we typically were.” Koeze invites local officials, business people par­ ents and other community members who would like a The gently used toy drive ents to talk to their children first hand look at the MEAP will begin on Monday. Nov. about toys which they no tests to attend test taking 18. Collection boxes will be longer play with and that sessions on Wednesday, placed in Thornapple Kel­ other children might enjoy Nov. 13 at 9:30 a.m. at Page logg schools. them. Elementary at 9:30 a.m. or Puzzles should have all Organizer Wendy Barker at the middle school cafete­ says, “I am amazed at how their pieces as should ria at 6:30 p.m. generous people are each games. Stuffed animals Participants will be able year.” should be clean and in good to test their own skills with Barker encourages par- repair. MEAP questions with teach­ ers hosting the test areas and Koeze and superintendent Kevin Konarska leading the process. Anyone interested in participating should re­ Barry Expo Center serve a spot by calling Deb Smith at 795-5522. Barry County Fairgrounds MEAP test results are the primary component of Michigan’s new school ac­ creditation system. Educa­ fyl 9 «um. to 3 p.m. I tion YES’ Various compo­ nents of the tests are given J ) Lunch Available | at grades 4, 5, 7, 8 and 11 J / FREE PARKING f $5 (advanced sales) with some students taking z J FREE ADMISSION M the tests as sophomores. $6 (at the door) Other components of this report card ’ which will be issued this year are family by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The most recent MEAP results were those for high school students taken last spring in math, reading, writing, social studies and math. Results in social stud­ ies show slight improvement but greater improvement is needed. The district has worked to align curriculum to the test including making the high schrxd economics course re­ quired for all juniors. Assistant superintendent Patricia Koeze says, “The MEAP tests are an impor- 2002 MEAP Scores Caledonia High School Toy drive starts Nov. 18 November 14 & 15 at 7:30 pm November 16 at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm Performing Arts Center CRAFT SHOW November 9th f \ Ticket Prices: Box Office Hours 12- 6 pm or call Spaghetti (Dinner CALEDONIA ^ 891-6207 SPORTSMAN CLUB ___ Our thanks to our High Roller Sponsors: ON COLDWATER ROAD, SOUTH OF 100,M ST The Kostume Room, State Bank of Caledonia, Hungry Howies & Caledonia Lumber 616-891-1168 ADULTS: $5.00 • CHILDREN: $2.50 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9™ • 5:30■ S:l>0 I’M. �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml November 5. 2002/Page 3 Sticks and Stones Victorian Tea Party set for Saturday There will be a Victorian Tea Party this Saturday. Nov. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m at Sticks and Stones at 12325 Marsh Road in the Gun I^akc area. The tea party will feature Michigan romance novelist Donna Winters, who will sign books from her collec­ tion. Sticks and Stones will have b<K)ks to purchase Regular hours at Sticks and Stones arc Monday through Thursday from 10 am. until 6 p.m. and from 10 a m. Io 8 p.m. Fridays Slicks and Stones is a “treasure trove of delightful gifts” and should have holi­ day gifts even for those people on the list for whom gift giving is a chore. For more information about the Victorian Tea Party and book signing, call 269-672-7111. GFWC-Gun Lake Club holiday dinners to help communities Donna Winters Middleville woman joins clown minstry in Illinois Wearing grease paint and a clown costume. Teresa K Vcnton of Middleville is one ol the Holy Fools of Mac Murray College in Jack sonville. III., who are acting a little foolish for Christ this academic year Venton is a clown called “Bentley.” She and the other members of the Holy Fcxils troupe present a special wit ness spreading God’s mes­ sage of love. Holy Fools is a Christian clown ministry with mem­ bers in many states and nations. The inspiration for the group came from the movie “Parable.” in which The General Federation of Women's Clubs-Gun Lake Area is planning a special holiday dinners event Thurs­ day. Dec. 5. Holiday dinners to raise funds to benefit the commu­ nities surrounding Gun Lake are scheduled. Proceeds w ill be channeled through Love inc. of Barry County to aid families in critical need or experience an unexpected tragedy. Chairing the project for the fourth year are Bev Grashuis and Harlenc Kok. The dinners take place at several locations. Reserva­ tions are required as space is limited. Call for an invita­ tion. Club members will pre­ pare and serve the meals. Donation for this event is $20 per person. Call Fran Leonard, club president, for information at (269) 7958731; Bev Grashuis at (269) 672-7424 or Harlenc Kok. (269) 6792-4398 for reser­ vations. 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Convenient Offices in Hastings and Middleville HASTINGS OF FICE 149 W. State St. (269)945-5182 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/November 5. 2002 Detray School open house will be Sunday The Gaines Township Historical Society will have an old-fashioned open house at Detray School at the cor­ ner of East Paris and HXXh Street SE. from I to 4 pm Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Sunday. Nov. 9. Children can ring the school bell and step back in time as they bob for apples and fish for prizes. A bake sale with cookies, cakes, and breads offer a refreshing taste from the past, while coffee, apple cider and pumpkin pie will be avail­ able to enjoy on the spot. Mabie Gosling, a former teacher at Dutton. Gannon and Caledonia Elementary schools, will be displaying a quilt that she recently creat­ ed. At 95 years old. Mrs. Gosling has made 33 quilts in the last 2 1/2 years. In an interview. Mrs. Gosling said. ‘The Goslings have been getting together every July for 55 years” Her nephews and nieces asked if they could have a quilt and. “before you knew it. they were all gone.” She is now making a cou­ ple for relatives in California. If her health per­ mits. she may be there too. Other quilts, both old and new. will be on display. The Fleegers will play some old-fashioned music. Matt Brown, a Gaines Township resident, is a member of the band. Brow n says the group plays mostly gospel music using banjos, guitars and fiddles. The society’s latest fund raiser project, a 14-month Gaines Township Barn Calendar, will be available to buy for $10. Mary Lou Crumback. a longtime soci­ ety member, provided the pictures from her collection. She has taken pictures of most of the farms in the area, including the’ surrounding areas, such as Caledonia township Her “Barn Books’* provide a look at farming history and will be available fix browsing. Visitors will also have an opportunity to purchase a Gaines Township atghan. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Uting Church - Serving a Luing Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday Imx>l Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 .30 a m 10:35 a.m. 10:50 am ....................... 6:00 p m Family Kight 6:30 p in 7240 6Kth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kerin Stiles U C 0 U 0 1 I I T CHURCH a place to belong a place to become FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 793-9726 Brute N. stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Dough* G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stew art. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School. . Sunday Morning Worship Service. Sunday Evening Service Wrdnesday MkJ Werk Prayer Wi ird <4 Life Clubs Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 90S W Main Street (Missouri Synod) (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship Youth Ministry 930 b 11 00 am 891-0576 Now netting In our new building at 8175 Broadmoor4 Rr\ Mu hurl Stowell. lead Pastor Joe CifK u . Worship leader Denny fh'unu Youth Pastor Chun h Offic e 6/6 & 14)2*7 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunh with a curing heart for our community and the w orld " Sunday Worship 9 30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Slulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9 45 a m. 11 00 a m 600 pm 6 45 p m 6:45 p.m Worship 9.30 a.m. Sunday School . 11.00 a.m. Adult Bible Class 1 LOO a.m. Ret E. A ntbon v Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m 11:15 a.m 6 00 p.m Rev Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-990) TEIjc ®lti (Eime 4HctI)oiiist (Eljurdj 5590 Wvitneyville Ave., S E Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship.,.11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 8686437 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Omz mile east of Wfiitneyville Rd ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr High. Sun. 6:30 pm Rev P Mams PfcoMe 891-8440 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Co/ne Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: Rew Dave Le Blanc. Pastor Phone 891-9259 Relex ant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Saturday Evening Mass . .. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Worship Hours 9(1) a m and 1030 a m. 4 CALEDONIA {] UNITED METHODIST M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children's activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 nr www pryrftchurch.ee (font Commum/y Campui fen and Seimce Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Lakeside "Doing the Difficult Thing" W.wxhtp Sen tecs .8 30 a m and 11 00 am Sund.n SJiooi • •' • Coffix Fdkwv-dup 10 30am i Nursery us jilaNc throughout) Rev Nor nun Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 891 8669 Fax 891-8648 www cakdoruaunw twg Community Church A Place for Famdv & Enrnds 6201 WhitnesstUe Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED ContemfKwan Wonhtp Sunday School for AH Apes. Evening Worship Pastor 'Roger Bubumn • Church Office 9:30 am. 10 45 am 6 00 p m 96*4)391 »*» laKesidev.'ommunitv org Community of C^ri$t Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION Located in Leighton Tow nshxp Corner of 2nd Street and l-*2nd Avenue 8146 68th St neat Whrtneyvile Ave sundbv Mtwnuuc W<e4iap Church School. Sunday 9 45 a m Praise Singing -s-X 10 50 am Morning Worship liOOam Fellowship ■’V! pm A 30 a m Ttjdmvu: stnJLav xtaifcrAl Mr- sunln Ev twig Sm nr Fk FncnU- Nr-S.i»»4-xh Fravrt Victfsu - Wednrstb ' Pastor EG. Fnzzr!! Chunh Ph 616408-68 h> • Pastor s Ph. hlth&'-Ol-Ki Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 1491 • e-maai ietj^M**>t r>m net Worship 9:30 am Christian Education . Hour 11 Warn K Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm I*astor Paul M Hillman YoiMh Pastor David Enkson 6951 Har.ru Lake Avenue. Caledonia 6I6^98-8(<H ttdeetnefifucn nd wwu jtdetmetcoytnant or^ .4 mewrirt 4 the butptub Ganoww Oumhn ef Amma (f^airUd t 5:30 AM IlOO AM 6:30 PM Sundaq School 9:45 AM Pastor Robert 6erke • Pastor David Ziahr Office Zy\-8f>88 www iserv.net' -stpau’ SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd I northwest <f (inn Lube) Sat Evening Mass 500 p.m (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 9 30 a m Mass at St Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are betng mode _______________ 792-2889_____________ Tl 1ORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCf I Preaching the Living \Xord Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9:30 a tn. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a .in. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Ret Dennis Ross Church: (616) 86H-4725 Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momrg Worship AfaffkaiA 9 30 a m M<Jdte4te Mommg Worship Sunday School (Aduih) Nunery • Grode 5 . . Sr High - Sen. Everwig Jr High Grades 6-8. Wed Evening 1100 a m 9 45 a m. 1100 a m 600-800pm. 600-7 30 pm Ret Lee Zach man Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER, community ISO V ine Street (M-37 to Eminent to Vine Nov. 10: (Missouri Sqnod) Comer of 34th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M i 79 Highwav (Chiet Noondav Road) Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue al Johnson Street + St, Paul Lutheran Church All Services )uve a Nurserj Available * Barner Free YOU ARE INVITED GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God Church Office. (616) 891-1512 M 37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh blunt Contac t our Dutton office at 1616) 65-65-WAY ' tCheck our web site wqyfqrercc.org WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Service Tirn« 9.15 A.M. Mormn< Prayer Ho»y Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hestwick |Tc|xc| 8545 V/tvtneyriie Ave at 84m St . 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus is Lord“ Meeting at Caledonia High School Sjxjt^Scnoo ?3Com kroay Morrrg AOrsnc 1030 a m ‘4eetrg at chapel on Whtneyvie Ave E venrg .‘/onr «p 6 00 p m wed tAdweek Prayer 4 Boe Study 7 00 p m '-ev ’'cos Suys • Hw <cr tow Assoc Papa wntneyviecoe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 5. 2002/Page 5 Engagements Crumback-Cole exchange vows S/enk-Wegner Stickneys to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Lee and Mary Lou Stickney will be celebrating their 40th anniversary on Nov. 10. 2002. They were united in marriage on Nov. 10. 1962. Their children include Shelly (Matt) Allison of Middleville, Cindy (Marty) Aspinall of Middleville, and Randy (Amanda) Stickney of Alto. Lee and Mary Lou anxiously await the birth of their 10th grandchild due in December. Joe Slenk and Chanda Wenger are engaged and planning a Nov. 8, 2002 wedding at Harderwyk Christian Reformed Church in Holland. Joe is the son of Dave and Dawn Slenk of Holland. He graduated from Holland Christian High School and Grand Rapids Community College He is employed by the City of Holland. Chanda is the daughter of Martin Wenger of Middle­ ville and Cynthia Fales of Alto. She graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School and Hope College. She is employed by Kiss Technologies, Inc. of Holland. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real euatc ad»ertiung in this news papcr tt tubyect to the Fair Housing Act and the Mahigaa Civil Rights Act wl«ch collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or dncnmotatoon baaed oa race, color, cell gmn. set. handicap familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to mate any swh prefer ence. Iirmtation or discrimination ” Familial status includes children under the age of I8 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under I8 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 6I6-45I-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Troosts to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Fifty of years of marriage will be observed on Nov. 7, 2002 by Walt and Angie Troost of Caledonia. They are celebrating with a family dinner and have taken a trip to California. Their children are Carol and Don O'Connor, Pat and Gary Hoevenaar, and Lois and Paul Lenartz. They have nine grandchildren. Amy Leigh Crumback. daughter of Kenneth G. and Mary Lou Crumback. of Caledonia, and Edward Allen Cole, son of Gary and Diane Cole, of Middleville were married at Caledonia Lakeside Park last fall. Matron of honor was Beth Nage. sister of Amy and the bridesmaids were Jody Bris­ tol. Aimee Do, Jennifer Cole. Jr. bridesmaid was Ashley Jacobs-Crumback. The flower girl was Abby Crumback. and Clare and Emma Crumback were the bell ringers. Best man was Paul Bloem. friend of Ed and groomsmen were Chad Schut. Phillip Hoffman, and Brian Lewis. Ringbearer was Dustin Tripp-Cole, son of the groom. Pete and Suzanne Crum­ back were master and mis­ tress of the reception which was held at Leighton United Methodist Church. Gentle massage for stress relief migraine & tension headache, sports massage, warm hand wax dip for arthritis and aroma therapy Hours by appointment Clift Evening & Saturday appointments available Pat Bowerman, Registered Nurse Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 616-838-3084 9426 Spring Creek Ct. M-37, Middleville Ml 49333 Cornwell’s Christmas Memories and Battle Creek Festival of Lights Lancaster, PA Thursday, December 12 Your trip includes: Molarcoach transportation, four night accommodations, four breakfasts, four dinners, murder? mystery dinner, reserved seals for: Daniel a Dream, a Den, a Deliverer & Abraham & Sarah, a Journey of Love, admission on all tours, taxes & tips on included serves, and luggage handling. Cost: $569 per person dbl. Depart: 10:00 a.m. from the Caledonia Resource Center Return; 8:30 p.m. cost S47 Includes: Molorcoach transportation, dinner, show, tour of Festival of Ugfits and dn.vers lip. May 1 - 5, 2003 GRAND CLASS CRUISING Not just a bunch of beds Tanning - Tanning - Tanning HOT SPECIALS! FREE Body invest ultraviolet Amplifier Tanning Lotion with purchase of 5 or 10 visit package Contempo Salon 9551 Cherry Valiev, Caledonia Village Centre B os. 616-891-1095 JOIN CALEDONIA RESOURCE CENTER AND TRIPMASTERS, INC. ON A SEVEN NIGHT CRUISE OF THE MAGNIFICIENT SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN FROM SANJUAN ABOARD THE BEAUTIFUL SEA PRINCESS February 22 - March 1, 2003 Porta of Call. Sanjuan. Puerto Rico • Phillipsburg. St. Maarten • Castries. St. Lucia • Bridgetown, Barbadu, Road lown, lortola, BiH.Ji I >; n I ' if L • Charlotte Amalie. St. Thomas. t'.S. lirgm Islands lrtclwd.es: R. ■' imp. coach-class air transportation from Grand Rapids • Seien-night Southern Caribbean cruise including all meals and entertainment. an board the Sea Prmct • S25 per person tn shipboard credit for the fust two passengers tn a stateroom, which can be used joe tours. photos, bar beverage >. etc. charged on the Sea Prmctss • .4 wide .ariety of optional excunsiom al each port ojcall * Opetoant pee and post cruise hotel packages nt Sanjuan • Roundtrip tranjers between the airport and ship, with baggage harm ttpr and tarn. tn'tiding port taxes and senice charges, except for gratuities for shipboard personnel. Special group rates starting at $1559 per person Call 891-8117 for more information and a brochure! �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/November 5, 2002 TKMS October Students of the Month named The faculty of the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School have selected the Students of the Month for October In the sixth grade the students are Maegan Allison. Kyle Bobolts, Macy Chamberlin, David Foster, Jamie Goggins. Jessica Jacobs. Anna Marlin, Jatmie McKenna. Kate Scheidel, Greg Schmidt. Christopher Strickland. Kristin Tedrow. James Tobin, Chelsea Tumes, Becky VanderWerp and Whitney Carter Abe Kim was absent when this picture was taken. Eighth-graders selected in October were Ashlee Bums-lronside, Katrina Field. Cody Furman. Marco Galle. Jamie Hester. Justin Hochstetler. Renee Kimbrell. David McMahon. Andrew Meads. Katie Potts. Megan Shilton. Joel Tate, Lance Walker, John Wallace and Tasha Watkins. Carveth Village will honor local veterans Carveth Village will be holding a special ceremony on Monday. Nov. 11 to honor the residents who served in the armed services. Members of American Legion Post 140 will lead the ceremony and will have information about those who are still considered to be “missing in action.” Right now 6 of the Car­ veth Village residents served in the armed forces. Ralph Saxton served with the Army Infantry. Marshall Furrow was a pilot for the navy. Charles “Chuck” Skorupski is a navy man. Steve Johnson was in the air force. Dan Rose and Lee Hamp both served in the army. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Carveth Vil­ lage. Ralph Saxton Students selected from the seventh grade were Brent Butgereit, Joe Getty. Me­ linda Goodenough, Ashley Jachim, Abby Kirchinger, Kevin Lukas, David McMillan, Doug Miller, Cody Muste. Anne Nesbitt, Sam Samson, Teresa VanRhee Layton Grinage, Tom Huerth and Abby Kiel were absent when this picture was taken Bowens Mills dances slated Friday nights Dancing and music fills Bowens Mills on Briggs Road in Yankee Springs Township every Friday night from now through De­ cember from 7 until 11 p.m. The admission is only $3 per person. If all the exer­ cise make dancers hungry, the Landmark Cafe sells pizza by the slice. Popcorn and soda are also available. The Landmark Band pro­ vides music for high step­ ping dances. For more information about events at Historic Bowens Mills check out the web site www BowcnsMills.com. minor j F j Where: Meadows Clubhouse 84th to Cherry Valley to Jasonville Blvd When: F Thursday. 11/21/02 6 - 8pm Call: 800-777-3372 x 7021 k* more informanc-i and to register. Seating is bmited. ♦ first 5 people to register will win a free turkey. Sponsored by RIX Builders Get a FREE 1Credit Report On-Site �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 5, 2002/Page 7 Alto man earns national award Tailgate party cold, but fun Cub Scouts from Pack #3065 in Middleville stayed warm during the tailgate party at Middleville Market Place Saturday. Nov. 2. Here. Camron Moore and Colin Tedrow get ready to serve customers TK Community Education offers fall classes The tailgate party was a great (but cold) way to sell popcorn. Here (from left) Bryce Davis, Grant Davis, Matt Swart, Daniel Montroy and Brendan Warren come out from under the blanket to promote their wares. Money raised goes for scouting projects. This week all Receive a Free Woolie Lamb | with a $250 purchase or receive a Free Baby Lamb I with a $ 150 purchase \ the entire month of r j November.* Cwn Lake 11402 Chid HOURS Mon Sal iOS Stfi | Gift Certificates Always Fit.' Wee iQ-8 795-9947 3Z O7 ■ ' The Thornapple Kellogg Community Education of­ fice has the answer to fall boredom. “Classes offered this fall include snowmobile safety, aqua kickboxing, ka­ rate and self-defense, kick­ boxing for fitness and step aerobics. Those itching to create the perfect holiday newslet­ ter can attend the holiday newsletter computer class. There will be a creative memories scrap booking class and one on marathon cooking. The popular investments class returns this fall. Details of these classes will be printed in the school newsletter, “The Key” or call 795-3397 for informa­ tion. Andreas Rueter of Alto is a recent recipient of an award from Fabricators and Manufacturers Association International, based in North America. Rueter accepted his award, for “Outstanding Contribution to Educational Actix 1 ties” for FMA 2002 in Cleveland last week at the FMATPA (Tube and Pipe Association) annual ban­ quet. In an earlier interview. Rueter explained what roll­ forming entails. "Rollforming is the con­ tinuous bending of metal strip through the use of roller dies.” he said. “Some applications include ceiling tile grids, kitchen drawer slides, tubes and pipes, gut­ ters and office furniture components.” Rueter. the lead engineer for roil forming operations at Knoll Grand Rapids, (an office furniture manufac­ turer) is vice chairman of the United States Roll Form Council. He received the award in recognition for his contributions and activi­ ties to the council and FMA. Such contributions include origination and major con­ tributor to an operator and setup training certification program, initiating the “RollFor(u)m” column in thcfabricator.com. an elec­ tronic sister publication to The Fabricator (a trade magazine for the fabrication industry), and as a present- Andreas Rueter of Alto received an award for “Outstanding Contnbution to Educational Activities” from Fabricators and Manufacturers Associa­ tion International last Thursday. ing speaker at the last two World Class Rollforming seminars. Rueter, a native of north­ west Germany, and his wife. Cathy, have two sons who attend Caledonia schools. In his spare time he enjoys reading, research, restora­ tion of old machinery, fish ing and family time. He has been a resident of the United States for more than 15 years. His studies include the equivalency of an associate degree in busi­ ness management and ad­ ministration and a master s degree in njsal operations technology. “We greatly appreciate and value your work on the Roll Forming Council.” wrote Gary Schott, director of education, membership and customer service for FMA. in an e-mail inform ing Rueter of the award. “Your energy and commit­ ment to advance the roll forming industry have been outstanding.” Call 945-9554 for classified ads K Z Z Z Z Z ZZ Z Z Z Z Z Z ZZ Z Z Z Z ZI’ z z z z ♦'1 u n Community Blood Drive M El [I] Grand Valley Blood Programs ».< hosted by Alaska Baptist Church u u N in Caledonia on M through r! 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He is a 1998 graduate of Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School. utes of deep penetrating heal therapy with our Red Heat Sauna Then lie in comfort while a deep cleansing masque is applied to the entire body to refind and tone the skin while absorbing impurities Relax, while being wrapped in a cocoon of warmth then cleansed with hot steamed towels. Then ending with a light massage using scented oil, leaving your whole hody clarified and conditioned Approx I 1/2 hr - $85 Do you suffer from headaches, TMJ, or chronic fatigue? CRANIO SACRAL THERAPY may he just the answer h’s used 10 correct imbalances (with great success) in the cranio sacral system, which may be the cause of sensory motor or intellectual dysfunction I hr - $45. Laura-cranio therapist Are you STRESSED? 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MkJdlev»lle Ml'November 5. 2002 TK senior citizen invited to ‘Arsenic’ dress rehearsal TK’s JV gridders wrap up an undefeated fall The 2002 jayvee Trojan the tie coming when the football team finished two teams met head to their season a top the O- head in Coopersville The K Blue with Coopersville undefeated Trojans are The two teams both fin­ (front from left) Drew ished the season 8-0-1. Towns. David Finkbeiner. If you see this guy at your game this week, wish him a 5 laopv 24th! L-ore— Brandon Wilson. Brett Longstreet. Jake DeVries. Chris Humphrey. Mike Gurski. (2nd row) Layn Welker, Danny Thomp­ son. Cliff Thompson, Ed­ die Landon. Joe Wenger, Matt Palmer. Jamie San­ ford, Josh Hilton. (3rd row) Codie Nieder, Jim Sanford. Matt Jackson, Kevin Poll. Shawn Gor­ don. A J. Heidt, Matt Goit. Nate McMurray, Jo­ die Scott, (4th row) Pat Cisler, Josh Meyering, Mike Mugndge. Dan Bux­ ton. Alex Buehler, Adam Loveless. Kalam Garber, Eric Reeder. Nate Labine, Shawn Barrett, and coaches Steve Lehman, Jeremy Chavis. Randy Stehlik, and head coach Andy Kopf Swim Club Registration Mon., Nov. 11 at 7pm TK High School Call 795-4405 for more information On June 6.1994—the 50th anniversary of D-Day—the Pentagon received a record, 1,502,415 phone calls. The Thornapple Kellogg Community Education of­ fice has planned a fun and free evening for area senior citizens. The dress rehearsal of the fall high school play on Thursday. Nov. 14 is al­ ways fun and area senior citizens arc invited to be part of it. This year's fail play is “Arsenic and Old Lace” di­ rected by Tricia Rickert. The evening will begin with re­ freshments in the high school cafeteria at 6:15 p.m. followed by the performance in the auditorium at 7 p.m. Reservations are required for this fun evening and can be made by calling 795- 3397. For information about the Senior Citizens pot luck luncheon in November call 795-3397. h will be held in the Community Ri>om. Blood drive scheduled at Alaska Baptist Church A community blood drive through the Grand Valley Blood Program will be hosted by the Alaska Baptist Church in . Caledonia Monday. Nov 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. Parent-teacher conferences scheduled for Nov. 6-7 at TK The teaching staff of Thornapple Kellogg High School will conduct parent teacher conferences in the high school gymnasium Wednesday. Nov. 6, and Thursday. Nov. 7. beginning at 5 p.m. and ending at 8 p.m. High school classes will be in regular session from 7:35 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. on both conference days. If parents find it difficult to attend the conferences during the scheduled time, they are asked to call the high school office (7953394), and a more conve­ nient appointment will be arranged. Report cards and grades will be distributed to the parents at the confer­ ences. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Pillars in at Hope Cemetery, at last The pillars have returned to Mt Hope Cemetery Ever since one of the pillars on the State Road side of the cemetery was damaged in an auto accident, Thornapple Township has been working to replace the entry pillars. Part of the project included this new sign for the cemetery at the west entrance Other im­ provements this past summer included paving of a cemetery road and one close to the cemetery Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! Our cruise line has matured nicely. �The Sun and News. Middleville. mi November 5. 2002'Page 9 HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Quick Fixes To Prevent Future Headaches ' NAPS)—Seasonal change* require special maintenance to keep your home in good andition So, although there may still be many sunny days ahead, you’ll be happy that you got a jump-start on your home maintenance projects now once the cold winds start rushing in. In order to prepare your home for rough weather, there are several simple doit-yourself projects that can result in substantial savings in the long run Here is a checklist of projects to keep in mind when you do an inspection of your home. Roof Many times homeowners don't notice a roof leak until your rrjrtf at least once a year tn check for signs of damage or aging Pay close attention to flashing around chimneys or skylights and check for any loose shingle* A roof and flash­ ing sealant, such as PL Poly­ urethane Roof and Flashing Sealant' www.stickwithPL com) can easily be used to seal the flashing gaps or to reat­ tach loose shingles. The polyurethane formula wiH cre­ ate a waterproof and weath­ erproof seal once cured. Doors Caulking is the perfect solution for small window air leaks, but it won't work for large drafts between the door and door frame. For these pesky leaks, weather strip­ ping is the answer Fall is the perfect time for installation, since the adhesive on most weather-stnpping products will not stick properly once the temperature falls below © Acrylic caulks such as a durable seal that is lowodor and easy to clean up face is clean and dry Easyto-use. acrylic caulks, such as Polyseamseal Outdoor Window. Door & Siding Adhesive Caulk Iwww.poly seamseal com1 are a great choice since they provide a durable weather-resistant, flexible seal with low odor and easy water clean up Furnace Servicing your furnace annually is the best way to ensure you'll be warm and 40 degrees Fahrenheit When choosing the appropriate prod­ uct, no single type of weather stripping works for every application. Be sure to read packaging closely. Many brands market a variety of w eather-stnpping seals to pn> vide a specialized product for nearly any application. Happy 'Bitfkday Smeel 16 BEE-SKI Gutters Clogged gutters can create a variety of problems such as leaking basements, leaking roofs or rotting wood. Th avoid costly home repairs, you need to clean gutters twice a year to remove all leaves and debris. To avoid this yearly hassle, consider gutter shields, such as the PermaFlow Gutter Guard System (www.per maflow.com). It can eliminate gutter clogging and debris buildup while maintaining water flow, even in extreme downpour conditions. This easy-to-use system clips to the edge of your gutter and slides under your shingles for easy installation. fme-Vad FOR SALE BY OWNER Windows Small air leaks around windows not only allow energy to escape from the house, but also can cause damage to your insulation from dampness Luckily, caulking around windows can tackle this temperature and water problem easily lb start, be sure that the sur- Methodist Bazaar from doughnuts to friends Many hands made light work as the women at the United Methodist Church in Middleville prepared doughnuts for their annual bazaar. This was the place to be on Saturday. Nov. 2, for coffee, friendship and conversation cozy on those cold winter nights In addition, dirty air filters in heating units restrict airflow and can cause your system to run longer, increasing energy use. Replace your air filters monthly for maximum ben­ efit. 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Four different place mats have been delivered to the area restaurants. They show sketches of existing Main Street storefronts and diners are invited to draw ideas about how they would like to change the look of the downtown. This is preliminary to the first community design workshop scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Thornapplc Township hall. A second workshop will be held on Dec. 11. Sketches can be turned into the servers at the restau­ rant or dropped off at Vil­ lage Hall. When Bill Getty first sug­ gested the formation of a downtown development authority he suggested that one of the areas the author­ ity could work on was pro­ viding gateways into the vil­ lage and a consistent design flow from development along M-37 and along Main Street. The DDA has been work­ ing hard to develop the new parking area behind the main street businesses, pro­ vide design guidelines for Stagecoach Park and other issues. They are working with an architect on the de­ sign of downtown facades and have scheduled the workshop to get community input. First on the agenda is the downtown. Main Street from the Thornapple River to High Street. The November workshop is a forum on design ideas The December workshop will present alternative de­ signs. The Village DDA. intends to encourage and assist downtown building owners with renovations and store­ front remodeling consistent with the period design theme selected. Village planner Geoff Moffat inv ites citizens of the village to attend the work shops. He says. Help shape our future village center. This is your chance to help polish our diamond in the rough." The design workshops will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 13 and Wednesday. Dec. 11 at 7 p.m they will be held in the public meet­ ing room of the Thornapplc Township Hall. 200 F. Main Street. 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Funk attended the Tastefully Simple’s national conference in St Paul, Minn., in August and was recognized for her sales achievement. In return for training and supporting these new consultants, Funk earns monthly leadership checks, based on the team’s wholesale volume. Call 945-9554 for classified ads .sfteav leasuve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, I THURSDAY P Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! purw; �The Sun and News. Middlevrfle. MlNovember 5. 2002 Page 11 Ardis M. Carpenter Ralph “Bud” Stuart MIDLAND Ralph “Bud" Stuart, age 78. of Midland, passed away Saturday evening Nov. 2. 2002 at Brittany Manor. The son of the late Ralph A. and Ora (Yeiter) Stuart was born in Lowell. Ml. on Feb 24. 1924. He graduated from Free­ port High School in 1943 and attended Argubright Business College. Ralph had been employed with the Stale of Michigan working at the Ionia State Prison and then with MDOT in Saginaw He retired in 1989 after 24 1/2 years of service. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Patrick I). Hoekstra Marine Corps CpI. Patrick D. Hoekstra, son of Robin H Hoekstra-Fortier of Caledonia and Daniel D. Hoekstra Sr of Grand Rap­ ids. recently reported for duty with 1st Stinger Bat tery, Marine Air Control Group 18. 1st Marine Air­ craft wing. Okinawa, Japan. Hoekstra is a 1999 gradu­ ate of Millersburg Military Academy of Millersburg and joined the Marine Corps in October 1999. He attended Our Redeem er Church and was a mem­ ber of Full Gospel Business Men’s Association Ralph enjoyed scenic vacations and traveling. He was an avid bowler, riding bicycles and was an arm­ chair referee for the Tigers Lions and U of M Teams On June I. 1957 Ralph married the former Caroline Albrecht. She survives him. Also surviving is three daughters. Shelley (Tom) Gibbons of Caledonia. Ml. Kathy Stuart of Midland. Linda (Tom) McDade of Howell. ML five grandchil dren. Katie. Brittany Gib­ bons. Molly. Sean and Colin McDade; sister. Betty Lou Johnson of Hastings; brother-in-law. Robert Conley of Kalamazoo; sister-in-law, Carol Stuart of Middleville; many nieces and nephews; very faithful friend. Keith Allswede of Midland. Ralph was predeceased by his brother. Dean Stuart and sister. Loma June Conley. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Nov. 5. 2002 from Our Redeemer Church. 889 Poseyville Rd. Midland. Rev Lowell Gisel will offi­ ciate. Interment will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday in Freeport Cemetery. Freeport. ML Friends may call at the Our Redeemer Church. 889 Poseyville Rd.. Midland on Tuesday from 10 a m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be offered to Our Redeemer Church. Please share a memory of Ralph with the family at the funeral home or through our condolence page at wilsonmiller.com. Arrangements were made by Wilson Miller Funeral Home. Midland CALEDONIA - Mrs Ar­ dis M. Carpenter, age 87. of Caledonia passed away Tuesday. Oct. 29. 2002 at Spectrum Health. Blodgett Campus. Grand Rapids. Ardis M. Carpenter was bom on March 3. 1915 at Tecumseh. Mich.. the daughter of William and Magdalene (Shook) Reed She attended and graduat­ ed from Thomapple Kellogg School. She was married to Nor­ man L. Carpenter. Dec. 5. 1935. Ardis was a homemaker. She is survived by special friends. Chip and Debbie DeVries and sons. Jake. Thad, Kendell DeVries, all of Caledonia; sister-in-law. Geraldine Carpenter of Grandville; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband. Norman L. Carpenter. Funeral services were held Friday morning. Nov. 1. 2002 at the Beeler Fun- eral Chapel. Middleville. Rex. Gary Finkbeiner offici­ ated. Interment at Parmelee Cemetery. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to New Life Christian Church Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. 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Middleville Ml/November 5. 2002 First clues released for Middleville riddle by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The contest begins with Riddle Clue 4A: When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Ibis clue appeared on Wednesday, Oct. 30. It was followed by clue 1A: “Alone hang I. looking over the village from the sky.” Tom DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church, will post new clues every Monday. Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, the clues will be posted at all the sponsor lo­ cations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms arc at the par­ ticipating donors listed be­ low. The “Middleville Riddle Treasure Hunt” contest fea­ tures a search for a key to a treasure, donated by local businesses, worth between $150 and $200. The game consists of 17 riddles, which will be re­ vealed two lines at a time. Each of these couplets will be identified. For example, couplet 1A will be the first two lines of Riddle #1 and couplet 3C will be lines 5 and 6 of riddle 3. DeVries will post all the A clues first, followed by all the B clues and then the “C" clues Answer sheets will be available at the game's to some object in a field w ithin 100 yards of a road. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video. Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe. Phil s. Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000. 4 Star Video. TK Kitchen. Middleville RIDDLE contest CLUE 4A WHEN FROM EAST.EDGE CAME THEY IN OUR FAIR TIWN HERE TD STAI __ Piccard named DAR good citizen The first due was revealed this week in the Middleville Riddle Contest Treasure Hunt. The best way to read the due. is to pull into the parking lot of the Middleville Cristian Reformed Church. sponsors beginning Wednes­ day, Oct. 30. DeVries will post these couplets, (which may not be in order) on the sign in front of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church on West Main Street on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays. “Sometimes I will need both sides of the sign to complete the couplet,” DeVncs says. Riddle solvers should pull into the church parking lot to read the sign. Clues from the previous week will be available on Saturdays at the sponsors. On Tuesdays, the previous week’s clues will be printed in the Sun and News. DeVries has created some wickedly hard clues and some easier ones. But the clues may not be revealed in order. It is important for rid­ dle solvers to pay attention to their answer sheet and fill in their answers in the right spot. “The answer to a riddle will usually (but not always) be a number.” DeVries says. Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St* Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 The game will end when someone using the clues from the riddle finds the key to the treasure. The first per­ son to find the key will win all the prizes. The rules of this game in­ clude pulling into the park­ ing lot to read the clues, players must observe all civil laws and regulations. Anyone breaking laws try­ ing to win this game will be disqualified. DeVries says, “There is no need to race anywhere to find the key. The game is designed so that it is very unlikely that two people will come up with the final an­ swer at the same time.” DeVries has hidden the key in an accessible and safe place and has provided a list of places it won’t be. These include anywhere higher than six feet off the ground, within 10 feet of a paved road, under ground, under a bridge, within 15 feet of wa­ ter, on state land that is open for hunting. Middleville Christian Reformed Church property, any school grounds or property or in­ side a building. DeVries says, “the key is located somewhere within Thornapple Township.” Places to look for the key in­ clude the outside area of. a store, business or office building, a park, hiking trail, village property or attached ♦ Christopher J. Kier, ♦ D.D.S. 616-891-1240 ♦ - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME - ♦ ♦ Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) 4 Quality' dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Principal Ellen Zack an­ nounced that Jennifer Pic­ card has been selected as the 2002 DAR Good Citizen at Thornapplc Kellogg High School. This award was estab­ lished by the national Daughters of the American Revolution to recognize and encourage young people in the pursuit of high ideals. Piccard was chosen for her outstanding qualities of leadership, dependability, service and patriotism. Piccard will represent Thornapple Kellogg in the Michigan DAR Good Citi­ zen competition. Michigan’s finalist will earn scholar­ ships. The student selected as Jennifer Piccard the Michigan Good Citizen will compete with winners from other stales to be se­ lected as the national DAR Good Citizen. Conferences set at TKHS Thornapple Kellogg High School teachers will hold Parent Teacher Conferences in the high school gymna­ sium on Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 6 and 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. High school classes will be in regular session from 7:35 a.m. until 2:25 p.m. on both days. Parents who cannot attend conferences during the scheduled time should call the high school office at 795-3394 to arrange a more convenient time. Report cards and grades will be distributed Io parents at the conference. Other information for par­ ents will also be available during both evenings. We had such wonderful times traveling on vacations, but now Bob has a hard time remembering his way around the town he has spent his entire life in. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’^dementia care • • • • • • • • • • • « General Dentistry for Children & Adults ♦ Market Place. Pharmacy Care. Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, the Sun and News and the Middleville Chris­ tian Reformed Church. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 79$-3667. 24 Hour Compassionate Care Respite Care Emergency Call System Dementia Care Individual Personal Assistance Barber & Beauty Shop Podiatrie Care Complete Laundry & Housekeeping Activity Programming Wheelchair Accessibility Medication Management Your Smile The First Thing People See! toadotvs * l^etizement 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Liuing & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 fp �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 5. 2002/Page 13 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Whew, Halloween is over! Children and parents have survived school par­ ties, finding the exactly right costume and discussions about what the holiday means. Did you go to a Hallow­ een party? Did you eat or­ ange frosted cookies? Did you carve or paint a pump­ kin? Did you have fun? I guess I think fun is the operative word. This is one of the times of the year when it is okay to be silly. Once. long, long ago I lived in Montclair. New Jer­ sey. Montclair is a college town and on Friday nights the town would be bustling with parties. On one warm October night before Hal­ loween I w as out for a walk There was a breeze and the fallen leaves were skittering across the sidewalk. You know that feeling that some­ one is walking behind you and you keep looking and there is no one there? Well I kept looking behind myself and then just as I turned a comer onto a dark street 1 looked and screamed. There was an enormous head, seemingly floating in the air. Once I caught my breath. 1 discovered it was a college boy wearing black pants and an enormous Car­ ibbean Mardi Gras head. I am so easily scared that I don't go to Haunted Houses or even frightening movies. I used to visit towns were the Halloween parade was even more important than Equestrian, continued from page 1 CHS Equestrian Team poses in front of the Michigan State Fairgrounds in De­ troit (Top from left) Lindsey Wyma, Kate Sorensen. Tim Stouffer, Emily Dannison, Megan Bush, Meggan Werkema, Amanda Werkeam, (front) Krista Huisman, Christjon Sonnes-Mielke, Kim Huisman, Korin Hollinshead, Heather Van Kalker, Hillary Braun, Gena Rinard, Drew Ellison (groom), Meagan O'Brien, Asst. Coach the candy. The whole town would turn out to watch the little kids (and some brave grown-ups) parade down the sidewalk. There would be lots of applause, recognition for that great hand made costume and more memories shared. Thinking about the recent controversy about celebrat­ ing Halloween. I was a little sad. When I was editor of a weekly paper in Ohio, there was an elementary school near a nursing home. The tradition was that the little kids would parade in their costumes past the middle school where students would wave, continue down the street to the nursing home where they would march through the halls and back to school. Like some of the schools in this area there were par­ ents who did not allow for personal or religious reasons their children to participate in Halloween. These five or so children would end up at the principal s office. One year a new principal was hired and I thought he solved the problem of in­ cluding children in the day without going against the parents wishes. He had the children marooned in his of­ fice create great posters and then they were the parade leaders with him. It was a wonderful moment to see a big man holding hands with children who were smiling as their classmates followed them. I remember neighbors w hen I w as growing up w ho wanted you to perform tricks and then served doughnuts and cider. You would see neighbors who said, "be sure to stop by on Halloween. I want to see your costume." Or even remembering the night w hen I w as old enough to go to two streets, by m\ self. I felt grown-up and in­ dependent. It was always fun to de­ cide on a costume. If the weather was cold, a raga­ muffin or hobo allowed you to wear lots of layers. If it was warmer you could be Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson with a friend. And sometimes if the weather was really good, a ballroom dancer wearing a discarded prom dress and high heels which soon were transferred to the treat bag because they were too hard to w alk in. I guess I would like to see parents, schools, churches and even children take a deep breath and then start creating new Halloween tra­ ditions. Perhaps neighbor­ hoods could plan block parties. or costume making days or even a neighborhood costume parade. When I lived in Montclair I gave out healthy treats like raisins or little bags of nuts, until the dean of the Rutgers dental school moved next door. He gave out tooth­ brushes and you could hear the disappointment in the voices of children who went from one door to the next. That's when I discovered cookies in little prepackaged bags. They were much more fun and the icing on the pumpkins was orange. Darcy Stouffer and Coach Kelly Lloyd for fall savings e now Caledonia's two 2-man relay teams (L to R) Kim Huisman, Krista Huisman, Hillary Braun, and Tim Stouffer. 269 ♦ Residential ♦ Commercial Industrial Beat The Rush! Have your printing materials reprinted today! ... come and see how beautiful your room can be! 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Tile L-shapcd plan was configured to fit in the limited space allowed to maintain 1 (X) feet distance from the property line, the required distance from the wetlands and a proper dis­ tance from the house, and could not be reversed. The stables would extend 24 feet beyond the arena. The three horses to be brought to the property would be outside during the day. but would be in the barn at night. The Hcimstras also came to the Planning Commission in September with a request Io build a riding barn/arena, but an answer was post­ poned yet again over several unresolved issues. Mean­ while, the Hcimstras com­ plained the delays threat­ ened to stop the construc­ tion, and boarding their horses elsewhere was cost­ ing $5(X) per month. The seven conditions: 1. DEQ written approval of flood plain requirements, which Planner Dave Zylstra said had been received. 2. A manure composting plan, addressed in a letter from the Hcimstras stating no manure composting would take place within 100 feet of the property line. The Hcimstras’ plan would include composting the manure for a threc-week period. Then it would be chipped and dried, and would be placed in the arena, which keeps down the dust. 3. Trees to be planted for screening from the neigh­ bors with written approval by Richard Thacker, the zoning administrator, which had been achieved. Earlier this fall, the Heimstras had planted 75 trees and shrubs for screening. Another kind of vegetation was planted to become a 12-foot hedge on the north property bound­ ary. including in the wetland area, which was approved by the DEQ. The couple had additionally planted trees and moved others to place the trees in a manner Io ef­ fectively screen the barn, and according to the ordi­ nance requirements, they said. 4. Verification that the placement of the planned barn is beyond the flood plain, addressed in No. 1. 5. Approval of the build­ ing materials to be used, so it will match the house. A dispute continued over whether the ordinance meaning was that actual ma­ terials should match or only the surface appearance should match. 6. Documentation with the Kent County Register of TRAIL CLOSING The Middleville section of the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail—from the Village Hall in Middleville to McCann Rd — will be closed during the entire month of November due to hunting season. The Middleville section of the Trail will reopen on December 1. 2002. Your understanding and cooperation is appreciated 3M Smith-Diamond " SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml Deeds that a property split had been made for two houses on the 10-acre parcel was asked for. The Heim­ stras said they would do this as soon as Planning Com­ mission approval was given to build the bam. 7. The Heimstras’ house and a relative's home was to be split, and the agreement was recorded with the town­ ship assessor. A survey had been obtained, and the rela­ tive's parcel was to be two acres. However copies of the survey were not included in commissioner s materials. The previously tabled re­ quest was reactivated. Commissioner comments: • Manure disposal — Commissioner Mike Mer­ cier said he believed accu­ mulations of a certain quan­ tity of horse manure should require removal. Commis­ sioner Wally Bujak also wanted removal of manure after certain accumulations were reached, something the DEQ could require in the fu­ ture. Chairman Archie Warner asked that manure be hauled away when the composting material exceeded a 30 cu­ bic yard volume which could not be spread in the arena or stable area, it was to be removed, a require­ ment for approval. • Matching materials. The Heimstras' house is cedar with green trim, and their plan was for cedar on the front like their home, and vi­ nyl siding as is on the back of their house except metal would be used on some parts of the barn structure. Commissioner Rick Par­ ent wanted the barn to be built with frame construc­ tion. Dennis Heimstra pro­ tested that "It’s a livestock facility." He said the horses needed to be confined with metal siding up to a certain height, as they would break through vinyl, though their plan in­ cluded green steel to match FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 (dir. Patterson Ave., 1/2 mi. 5. of 108th St. 2002 FALL PARADE HOME ON 1-1/2 WOODED PARCEL IN THE COLNTRY. Ths home is meticulously decorated with loads of special accents. Towering, windowed great room with 2-way stone fireplace Cherry cabinets and millwork throughout Hardwood floors. Granite counter tops. Can me today far ail the details and private showing. John McCleve and Mary hay. Smith-Diamond Realty Caledonia Office. 891-2222 891-2222 262-2021 291-3330 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-7183 262-8333 891-7171 891-7172 889-4558 Deanna McCulfor Rvan Ron Prins Ron Richards Jennifer Russo David Sprague Daie Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner Whitcomb Sam Wright Wendy Zandstra 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-7176 891-2222 891-2222 891 2222 891-2222 891-2222 891 2222 891-SOLD The building was to be screened adequately by the time it is completed. • Commercial use restric tion — Commissioner Mike Mercier said he did not be­ lieve all the conditions for approval had been met. He said points 1 and 4 had been met. Mercier said point 5 re­ garding a compromise on materials would be fine with him. with the north and west side of the barn sided with wood. Under point no. b Mercier thought that the deed restric­ tion should specify that no commercial activity would take place on the premises. Under point no. 7. he also said the land split should al­ low no more than two acces­ sory buildings on the prop­ erty. There was another building which is being torn down, explained in the zon­ ing administrator’s letter, however. Checking the setback re­ quirements required seeing the survey, a copy of which had not been supplied, rea­ son for tabling again. Mer­ cier said. However, the Heimstras had a kennel under another prev ious permitted special use for a commercial pur­ pose. This was not to in­ clude any use of the arena for a commercial purpose. Bujak questioned the ken­ nel placement after the lot split. Deb Heimstra said the kennel would .not be on her mother s property Deb Heimstra objected to his taking part in the deci­ sion. because he is a neigh­ bor who was involved be­ fore being appointed to the commission, and had al one point stepped dow n over po­ tential conflict of interest on the issue. Warner determined the objection was noted, but he allowed Mercier's comments to be heard. Commissioner Don Koopmans said he thought generally when conditions arc enumerated, an applicant should meet the conditions. He said in this case most of the conditions had been met. but hinted if details were be ing added each lime, the process could go on "meet- Continued next page Charter Township of Caledonia MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 6th, 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. NOTE Individuals with dis­ abilities may request auxiliary aids and services for the meet­ ing by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A Minutes of the October 16th, 2002 meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Action 1 PDR Workshop 2 West Michigan Envir­ onmental Action Council 3 Letter from Doug Hart C Approval to Pay Bills 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8. CORRESPONDENT 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A Appointment of Fire Chief B. Appointment - Zoning Board of Appeals C Appointment • Planning Commissioners D. Appointment of Members of Oversight Committee for Cable TV E Rescind Public Grounds Committee F Rescind Facilities Com­ mittee G Public Safety Advisory Committee • 2nd Reading H Appointment ■ Public Safety Advisory Committee I MTA Annual Education Conference Discussion 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Beison Mel Brenner Katie Cummilord Kay Cummilord Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Beckman Maryanne Hoeksma Debra Lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Mark McCleve the color of the vinyl. He said with the screening no one would see the sides and back of the barn, but only the wood cedar on the front. Deb Heimstra explained. ‘Where the horses are con­ fined. it's more structurally safe for them.” Parent said the arena was not intended to be in that area and they were try ing to achieve a compromise to ap­ pease the neighbors. He said he realized it was difficult for the Heimstras. Mercier wanted the same materials to be used on the house and barn. He said wood had been used to build barns for hundreds of years. Bujak also wanted materials in both buildings to be simi­ lar and he favored wood. Warner supported ap­ proval if the front, the west side and the north side matched or were similar to the house, but would com­ promise on the other side. • Screening — Even though many trees had been planted for screening from the view of the neighbors. Chairman Archie Warner was concerned that screen­ ing would not be achieved as rapidly as desired with what had been planted. Mercier also said the four foot pines planted were not adequate, said six-foot trees were asked for in the ordi­ nance, and that eight-foot trees closer than 15 feet apart had previously been asked for, as this was a spe­ cial use request and stricter standards than required in the ordinance could be asked for. Mercier also objected to a covered trash pile that was being called a berm. Commissioner Wally Bu­ jak wanted better screening and objected to the foreign objects in the berm. Commissioner Don Koopmans said junk should be removed, but if it was concrete debris, he "didn't have a problem with that." Though six-foot trees originally were requested, the four-foot trees were compromised on, based on this being a special use. The Planning Commission has the ability to be flexible over special uses. (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Owned and Operated by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. MidcfleviHe. MINovember 5. 2002 Page 15 PMR zoning regulations tightened by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission ap­ proved the final version of several zoning ordinances at a public hearing Oct. 21. where no public comments were made. The commission con­ ducted the public hearings on the Open Space. Home Based Business, the M-37 Corridor Overlay, and the Off Street Parking ordi­ nances. Attorney James Brown attended to answer questions, though there were none. He stayed for consultation on issues related to permit­ ted mineral removal (PMR), which was discussed at a workshop on the PMR zon­ ing ordinance. Caledonia is rich in sand and mineral resources and these materials arc in high demand by those wishing to mine them. PMRs are per­ mitted in A (agricultural) and AR (ag and residential) zones, but there is not a dis­ trict. The presumption is that with housing densities closer than allowed in those zones, it would not be possible to mine enough area to be eco­ nomically feasible or with­ out causing undue disruption to existing residential neigh­ borhoods. The stipulation has not been challenged in court. When a request is made, a balance between the need for the resource and the ad­ verse consequences to the community is determined by the Planning Commission. In legal challenges, the court bases a decision on the rea­ soning and the documenta­ tion provided by both the governing unit and the ap­ plicant. The public interests must be clearly stated in the ordinance. In some instances, if the resource need of the area is already met by a pre-exist­ ing number of mining opera­ tions. this may support a reason for refusal. An opera­ tor's desire for a more profit- Trying to be judicial in what we are doing here, to be fair, we have to consider other areas of the county and areas to the east where the mineral is or isn’t available. I don’t see how we’ve got the ability... to make that kind of decision.” - Commissioner Don Koopmans able result is not necessarily a good reason to allow a PMR Serious adverse conse­ quences can also be consid­ ered. When cases involving these issues have gone to court, some communities have used this approach and won. Brown said consideration can be given to the market area to be served. There is no rule about how large an area is considered. There is a distance from a resource that can make it less eco­ nomically feasible for min­ ing operators, however. Long distance hauling is ex­ pensive to the hauler, as From previous page ing after meeting."Rather than hold things up longer, he suggested approving it with conditions, which would be required to get the building permit. He said screening details asked for should be clear, but if met then the Heimstras should be approved. Koopmans said the building appearance was a considera­ tion, but one which might be compromised on. The cor­ ners of the barn should be staked out. but not built closer than 1(M) feet to the property line, or within other setback distances. Koopmans said he ques­ tioned a process requiring things like the property split and tearing down a building even before approval. Mercier moved to table the request one more time pending compliance to set­ backs, and to receive confir­ mation the requirements were met. including a copy of the survey but the motion was unsupported. Another motion was made for approval, by Commis- sioner Duane Gunnink. sec­ onded by Koopmans with the stipulation for the mate­ rials used and that all condi­ tions had been met. Bujak said he was con­ cerned about enforcement of the conditions once ap­ proved. He wanted a way to enforce the building’s exact distance from the property line and wanted to see a deed restriction and a fol­ low-up on the paperwork re­ quired by the commission. Attorney James Brown, present at this meeting, said the township would review the document prior to its be­ ing registered in the county deeds office. He said proof of recording would be given, although the final document would not be processed for up to four months by the county. Dennis Heimstra asked if he could still use steel on the lower five feet on the north outside, where the horses would be confined, but was told no. Heimstra said neighbors were allowed to dispose of cow manure within 100 feet of their property line on a 10-acre parcel. However the Heimstras parcel also had the complication of two resi­ dences on ten acres. The second home was originally granted under a special use permit, and is now to be split, leaving only eight acres for the arena. The Heimstras were re­ quired to have a special use for the barn because the size of the arena asked for would exceed that normally al­ lowed on a small parcel and there would be more than one out building on the par­ cel. The reason given by the chair was that buildings on the neighboring parcel were not approved under a special use request. It was also not clear if the other barn pre­ ceded the ordinance. It was pointed out if neighbors were in violation of township ordinances a complaint could be made. ZyIstra was to provide a list of provisions to be met by the Heimstras. Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients New evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... 891-0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave.. M-37 SE Caledonia. Michigan well as hard on the commu­ nities the trucks drive through. The applicants provide evidence as to why they need the special land use. There are many factors involved in mining issues that are complicated, techni­ cal and almost beyond the experience of the commis­ sioners to weigh fairly. Commissioner Don Koopmans said "Trying to be judicial in what we are doing here, to be fair, we have to consider other areas of the county and areas to the east where the mineral is or isn't available. I don't see how we've got the ability... to make that kind of deci­ sion." Brown said. "At least you know where the resource is available." He said surrounding townships could provide that information. The traffic routes, the impact and costs are factors that can be un­ derstood. "When you make a deci­ sion you need good informa­ tion." The commission members could ask for facts and infor­ mation to be gathered for them to study. If it appears there are serious adverse consequences, it comes down to looking at all the factors and standards, and the reasoning used for mak­ ing the decision. Brown ex­ plained. Koopmans commented that he was concerned over safety impact. Secondly, roads are maintained by the county and trucks ruin the roads, and he asked if there was a way to require truck­ ers to pay for the damage. If the damage is greater than expected, the county can re­ quire the hauler to post a bond on the road or pay an amount beyond w hat is nor­ mal wear. County residents already pay taxes, and maintenance of the roads is a county re­ sponsibility. though the township is responsible for 55 percent of the cost. Koopmans said he would like the issue of road main­ tenance in the township or­ dinance. but the township cannot require restoration ot roads, because the county has jurisdiction. Brown said. Planner Dave Zylstra said Egan Avenue was re-paved by K & R Trucking after the M-6 project was finished Koopmans was concerned with the poor condition of roads on the portion of road coming out of a mining pit. and the safety hazards to other drivers. Often these roads do not get repaired in a timely fashion in spite of the payment to the county The only option for the township is to determine the pax cd routes to be used by the hauler, with hazardous conditions and public road safetv. such as impacts on school bus routes as a basis. The township can consider the adverse • impacts and deny a request on that basis. Brown said. Gravel roads could be prohibited from general hauler routing, for instance. Commissioner Ric Parent asked if diminished property values near mining pits could be considered. Brow n said information about prop­ erty values, based on assess­ ments rather than lair mar­ ket value in an area, or re­ cords of diminished sales or length of time on the market could be documented. Com­ parisons to other areas where homes were located See PMR zoning, page 17 LEAF PICK-UP Leaf pick-up in the Village of Middleville has been extend­ ed until November 15. 2002 Residents are requested to rake leaves Io the curb or road side in neat piles where Public Works Staff will vacuum them Leaves will be collected daily Please keep your streels and storm water drains clean by not raking leaves into the street Leaf piles must not contain other yard wastes or retuse Leaf piles containing yard wastes and refuse will not be vacu­ umed Yard waste pick-up has ended and will be resumed in the spring Stay tuned for dates and times Thanks to you Barry County... 1,238 youth between the ages of 4 and 19 participate in over 100 different project areas through the Barry County 4-H. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community West Michigan Fireplace & Hearth An Invitation... to see and feel the warmth of Vermont Castings9 stoves and fireplaces! \ World’s Cleanest Wood Stove •Wood & Gas Burning Stov< • Fireplaces - Gas Logs • Value at Fair Prices Quality Products • We Install • Contractors Welcome Gerard Hemmes • Max L Oliver - Over 25 Years Experience in the Hearth Industry 401 S. Broadway (M-37) • 795-3536 • I-800-677-9066 �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml November 5 2002 Glen Valley expansion wins planners’ blessing by Ruth Zachary . Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Planning Commission on Oct. 29 recommended ap­ proval of cither of two site plans for the same Glen Val­ ley commercial area north of Metro Health, and on the property line of the Village Sewer Plant. One of the plans (B)would include a street that was not in the original layout of the Glen Valley PUD. and if preferred by the Village Council, would re­ quire an amendment to the PUD with a public hearing. The proposal was brought by Doug Stalsonburg of Exxel Engineering, and Craig Baker was present to add information if required. The developer. Jerry Baker, is offering to build a street to public standards which would extend North Rodgers Drive to the village property line, making it pos­ sible to access the sewage treatment facility from a second point. The PUD plan originally included two commercial sites in the area, one north of Metro Health on M-37 (Plan A). It was designed to be ac­ cessed by a diagonal drive off Rodgers. North Rodgers was to turn west and join other streets in the develop­ ment. Another commercial site is west of the road and the first site proposed. The option including the proposed nortlvsouth public street (B) between the two commercial sites would be accompanied by an eastward extension of the street curv­ ing to the west, creating a crossing at North Rodgers Drive which does not ex­ actly align with it. It was mentioned Baker would like to have another exit onto M-37 for the Glen Valley Development. It was suggested a traffic light might be possible. However no discussions with MDOT COMPARE RATES Insurance Rates Going Up? Get a second opinion. Call me ... Stop by ... Log on—it's your choice! Jill Schuitema Associate Agent Dalessandro Agency Inc. 1500 44th Street SE Kentwood. Ml 49508 Phone:(616)406-3200 Fax. (616) 406-3295 daiesssdnatxxtwxiecom Nationwide* Insurance & Financial Services Nationwide Is On Your Stctf NMonmOS Mutual tnsurw* Cootpmy •* AAumC Conwnes noma Oftea CaurntxA OH 43215-2220 MfiC IVH40 ... _........ —................... .......................... .... have taken place about this possibility. The cost of putting in the street between two commer­ cial sites was estimated at between $80,000 and $90,000. plus the value of the land in the street. Baker was not asking for payment, but did ask for a concession for the first right to purchase village property north of the Metro building, should the village ever decide to sell in the future. The price set by the village in such a case could be accepted or denied (first right of refusal). Baker first considered the idea when the township re­ cently asked the village to Plan B. which would allow for two streets, one of which would connect village property with North Rodgers Drive consider donating or selling a portion of the parcel for a tow nship library. Other negotiations by the village to connect public streets through all the com­ mercial areas west of M-37 have been time consuming and expensive. The idea would bypass the need to go through this process again to connect any future use on village land. If the council chose to approve plan A. the original plan, the option to put a street through the area would be precluded. The street amendment probably will be seen as an opportunity, since there is no obligation to sell village property any time soon, nor , will the agreement cost the village any serious amount. Issues which may yet need to be decided are over potential changes to the master plan, alignment of North Rodgers Drive on the proposed corner and MDOT approval of the Glen Valley access on M-37. Village Manager Sandra Ayers said she was in favor of the extended street op­ tion. Plan B. The treatment plant al­ ready has a drive onto M-37. and once considered moving it so it would line up with the drive across M-37 into the commercial area of Ja­ sonville Farms, where D & W is planning to relocate. That plan was delayed be­ cause Consumers Energy has a utility pole in the pro­ posed drive area, and was not ready to move it without a substantial cost to the vil­ lage. Commissioner Bill McNeilly expressed a resis­ tance to developer driven planning for future village property, or carving it up by developer design. Chairman Al Niles said just putting a road through would not commit them to carving up village owned parcel. He mentioned an­ other commitment to expand the capacity of the sewer treatment facility to meet a contractual agreement with the township. It is not known how much land must be reserved for that eventual growth. The street would go only to the village property line, he said. The village master plan may have plans for an east west street along the village property line, an al­ ternative considered since another plan to put a 92nd Street connector through to Kraft has met with barriers This could require an amendment, or not The building planned on either of the site plans is to be of brick, and a possibility of shifting its placement on the lot may be considered. There would be less of a greenbelt than on the origi­ nal plan if the street plan was adopted. A four-fool berm would be placed around the parking lot. how ever. Drive access would be improved. Box lighting directed downward would help pre vent glare, a problem for residents with more and more structures being built. Several conditions were attached to the recommenda­ tion. A sign plan was vet to be submitted, the plan was Io show extended sidewalks, and modified setbacks were to be subject Io approval by the village manager and the engineer. Proposed dual driveways for the M-37 commercial site also were seen as prob­ lematic by Village I nginevr Mark Sisson, who advised a single driveway if the ex tended street site plan (B) was preferred by the Village Council. Commissioners also asked for a condition that a fire hydrant now located on the southwest side of one of the proposed streets in plan B be relocated on the north west corner, so emergency vehicles would not have to drive over a fire hose, it needed. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML November 5. 2002'Page 17 PMR zoning, from page 15 near mining operations could support a conclusion that mining operations do result in decreased property value, resulting in a loss in value to the township in taxes. Generating facts to sup­ port a conclusion used as a reason for a denial of an ap­ plication is important. Brown said if the only rea­ son given is that a particular community already has more than its share of opera­ tions, the court often over­ turns the denial. If given as a minor reason in addition to others, it would strengthen the municipality's case. The governmental unit must document serious ad­ verse consequences for deni­ als. Conversely an appli­ cant's need for economic gam is not a sufficient rea­ son for the court to overturn a denial. Evidence of benefit to the community would be required by the applicant. Koopmans said the details about type of stone, the size of stone, whether crushed or otherwise was a technical matter. He asked, "How arc we able to know all this?" Warner asked for direc­ tion in how to gather the facts. Brown said the Planning Commission was not with­ out the ability to gather this information. He said they could use the assistance of the township engineer. The township requires an escrow amount to cover the cost of consulting experts. "You have to do a good job in making your decision." The township has on the books a three-cent fee re­ quirement based on the number of cubic yards of material removed from a mine annually. Recently the percentage has not been col­ lected. but a deposit is kept in a revolving account. As bills for the monitoring and consultants come in, the es­ crow deposit account is charged, and the amount is to be made up by the mining operation. The fee is sup­ posed to help pay for moni­ toring and for hiring expert consultants, for enforcement and legal costs. A total escrow amount is maintained at one level, used to cover actual costs and is not to accrue over that level. The fee was provided for since 1975, as well as a deposit of $3,000 to be kept in an escrow account. The fees arc not to be a revenue producer, but should cover the costs of enforcement, monitoring and legal costs. Il was pointed out a well run operation would actually cost less to monitor. ELach pit has its own escrow ac­ count and is charged only for the costs connected to that mining operation. Commissioners discussed if there should be a fee and discussed charging a per­ centage based on the tons of material removed, rather than cubic yards. The pay­ ment of a fee depends upon disclosure by the operator. Homebuyers’ seminar planned for Nov. 21 RDC Builders of Cale­ donia will sponsor a free 90minute homebuyers' seminar at the Meadows Clubhouse in Jasonville Farms, (nonh of Caledonia and south of 84th to Cherry Valley to Jasonville Boulevard) Thursday. Nov. 21, from 6 to 8 p m. Interested buyers and cur­ rent renters will learn why saving for a down payment is not required in most first­ time home purchases. The seminar will teach attendees how to get the best mortgage rates with no or minimal down payments, as well as how to get pre-approved for a mortgage before making an offer on a home. First time homebuyers also can learn how to avoid the top costly mistakes while purchasing a home. The seminar also will pro­ vide attendees with free credit reports onsite and take-home course materials. Call (800) 777-3372 exten­ sion 7022 for more informa­ tion and to reserve space Seating is limited. Athlete of the week l/eidiai Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Cross Country After finishing the year as the O-K Blue girls' cross­ country individual champion, Stortz earned All-State honors by finishing 16th in the Division 2 State Finals Sat., Nov. 2 in Brooklyn. The 4S95 MMMevMt M. Lynn Denton *37. mmmm, mi Agency 1400443-5253 Ill M Mm St *** mi 517452-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE ■ f MU* • 'MU* auMA. UM**. Sending an invoice and re­ quiring load tickets with an incentive if paid by a certain date was discussed. Obtain­ ing copies of the load tickets which record measurements of the amounts loaded, hauled, sold and bought would be the best way to tally the amounts of material removed. Zylstra pointed out it was a matter of w here the money comes from if the amount in the escrow was maintained at $3,000. Reclamation and the terms for it are included in an applicant's initial plan. Holding a reasonable amount in a fund for the possible problem of con­ taminated wells, unantici­ pated problems, or to cover the cost of reclamation was discussed. The incentive of a refund for such a fund might help to achieve reclamation in a timely manner. The terms for refunds are at the discretion of the Planning Commission. Hours of a PMR might be regulated during the hours of school bus operation in the area. Brown said this could be included in an amendment. It was mentioned that in some cases PMR sites are used for target practice when not in hours of opera­ tion. Although it is not an al­ lowed use for a PMR. if not a nuisance to neighbors, it is also not prohibited for the owner, and friends with the owner present to use a min­ ing pit for that purpose, as long as the gate is kept closed. allowed in the underlying Bujak wanted general zoning for that area, either hunting regulations to be ob­ ag or AR would apply. A separate hunting ordi­ served if used for that pur­ pose. and so stated in the or­ nance could also be de­ dinance. This would assure signed to cover such activi­ no shooting would occur ties taking place in a mining within 450 feet of a resi­ location. dence. and setting up a hunt General provisions and club in a pit would not be al­ the rest of the PMR zoning lowed. ordinance are to be dis­ Brow n said only the uses cussed in November. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs... 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings k (just past the city limits) At the gray bam or call 945-9105 ' STOCK UP FOR THE25%WINTER! Bring in this complete form for an extra OFF sale prices. 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FEED SOLD IM FULL BAGS AT SALE PRICES. SMALLER QUANTITIES SLIGHTLY HIGHER O ± O~O : ; : j : ; : : ; : �Page 18/The Sun and News. Mtddlevitle Ml'November 5. 2002 Woman hurt in rollover accident by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A Kentwood woman is in critical condition at Spec­ trum* Hospital with injuries suffered late Friday when she was thrown from a sport utility vehicle which rolled several times after the Free­ port driver lost control on Freeport Avenue. Jody Schreiner, 26. told deputies he was driving a 1994 Ford Explorer north in the 10500 block of Freeport Avenue at about 11:18 p.m. when he lost control after swerving to miss a deer. “They were both ejected.” De put) Roger Parent of the Kent County Sheriffs De­ partment said Monday. “The female passenger was found lying in the roadway upon the arrival of the first offi­ cer.” Andrea Marie Bundon. 25, of Kentwood was treated Kent Sheriff’s Deptartment open house is Wednesday Ehe public is invited to the new Kent County Sheriff Department training center and expanded administrative offices during an open house from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednes­ day. Nov. 6. The facilities arc located at the Kent County Sheriff Department. 701 Ball Ave­ nue. NE. Grand Rapids. Citizens arc invited to take part in semi-guided tours of the facilities and re­ freshments. courtesy of the department. The event offers the pub­ lic an opportunity to visit ar­ eas of the sheriffs depart­ ment that will be off limits after personnel officially move in on Friday. Nov. 8. Department vehicles will be on display and deputies will be available to answer ques­ tions. Some of these vehicles will be from the DARE pro­ gram (familiar to fifth grade Caledonia District Elemen­ tary students). Marine Divi­ sion. motorcycles from the Traffic Enforcement Divi­ sion and bicycles from the Community Services Unit, along with informational handouts. The range will use non­ lead bullets that fragment upon hitting a solid wall. This new system allows the firearm to operate normally and is environmentally friendly. “The sheriffs department will be closed for all office type business on Friday while the move is made into the new building at 701 Ball Ave. The two sub-stations will remain open for those needing immediate matters addressed Nov. 8. The department's south sub station is located at 3240 68th St SE. Dutton (call 554-9111). Open hours for business operation are from 8:30 a m. to 4 p.m. rhe sheriff's offices also will be closed Monday, Nov. 11. Veterans Day. Starting Tuesday. Nov. 12. the public can access the new offices or call the new general information (non­ emergency) number at 6326100. When calling this number, a voice prompt will give options to choose from. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week For Sun & News Action-Ads! at the scene by Freeport First Responders before be­ ing airlifted by Aeromed medical helicopter to the Grand Rapids Hospital w here she was admitted into the critical care unit. Schreiner was also thrown from the vehicle and was found sitting on the shoulder of the road when deputies arrived at the scene. He was listed in fair condition while Bundon was listed in critical condition at press time Mon­ day morning. Parent said deputies are investigating the possibility that alcohol was involved in the cause of the crash and investigators are awaiting the results of a blood alcohol test. It is not known whether the patients were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. “Usually, a seatbelt with hold an adult in a rollover crash,” said Parent. Plywood pile stolen from Irving Township construction site Police beat Man accused on dragging woman Charges are pending against a 41-year-old Wayland man accused of pulling a woman from her car by the neck and then dragging her across their front yard by the arms during an altercation Oct. 26 in Yankee Springs Township. Barry County Sheriff's deputies reported that the woman had gone to Daisy Mae’s Tavern that night, where the man found her talking with a male acquain­ tance. The suspect report­ edly became angry and or­ dered her to go home. When the woman refused, the suspect allegedly called her names and said she “He pulled her out by the would have to go with him neck, she fell to the ground because he had pulled the and he told her to go inside plugs from her car. police the house.” When the woman refused, reported. The 41-year-old man then he allegedly grabbed her by allegedly grabbed the both arms and dragged her woman by the arms and across the front lawn. The called her another deroga­ woman then broke free and tory name which led to her ran to the porch at which slapping the suspect inside time the man allegedly threatened to kill her before the bar. Both subjects were or­ leaving the scene. The suspect later told dered out of the bar by the owner and each drove sepa­ deputies he had only helped rately to their home where her out of the car He was the physical assault took lodged in the Barry County Jail on suspicion of domes­ place. “She was intoxicated and tic violence and charges arc scared,” deputies reported. pending. 2 men charged in meth operation A Wayland man accused of operating a methampheta­ mine lab involving hazard­ ous waste and of conspiracy to deliver the drug in Yan­ kee Springs Township was A pile of plywood worth arraigned on a total of three more than $300 was stolen charges in Barry County from a Black Creek Drive District Court Oct. 28. construction site in Irving Mark Steven Babcock, Township sometime last 20, was arrested on a war­ weekend, according to a re­ rant by the Michigan State port by the Barry County Police on Oct. 25 and is be­ Sheriff’s Office. ing held in the Barry County Deputies received a report Jail on $50,000 cash bond Oct. 28 that the pile had awaiting Nov. 6 preliminary been left by the garage of an examination. unfinished house on Oct. 27. Investigators said the wood was apparently loaded into a truck by hand. The subsequent 10-hour Also arrested and ar­ raigned in connection with investigation involved four the case was Jason Lee agencies and produced four Wyatt. 18. of Shelbyville, suspects believed involved who is being held on 10 per­ with the operation which the trooper called “very danger­ cent of a $10,000 bond. Both Babcock and Wyatt ous.” After obtaining a search were among four people suspected of operating a mo­ warrant, the potentially le bile laboratory Sept. 26 thal, red phosphorus lab. ap when a Michigan State Po­ patently moved from the car lice trooper following up on Io the house, was located a tip found a methampheta­ and dismantled, police said Wyatt is also scheduled mine cooking operation in the 1 KMX) block of Saddler for a Nov. 6 preliminary ex amination. Road. Two front end loaders found Middleville woman accused on having a drug house A 33-year-old Middleville woman was arrested and ar­ raigned Oct. 28 on a felony charge of operating a drug house Aug. 17. Darci Ezinga is free on a $500 personal recognizance bond awaiting a Nov. 6 pre­ exam hearing in Barry County District Court. WASWAWAVWiW jsoujoi Two front-end loaders worth a total of $85,000 re­ covered at Michigan Asphalt Paving on Patterson Road by the Barry County Sher­ iffs office last week may be linked to what officials arc calling a possible bank­ ruptcy fraud in Oceana County, said Det. Sue Bai­ ley of the Oceana County Sheriffs Office. “My department got the original (theft) complaint in February and because of the magnitude of the equipment lost, it appears this is a fraudulent bankruptcy to the tune of $4 million,” said Bailey. Bailey said the Grand Rapids office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is also involved in what she is calling a “dual agency” in­ vestigation. The two front-end loaders were reported stolen by a Connecticut bank which had been involved in planning to auction the assets of an Oceana County sawmill. “They came up missing prior to the sale,” said Bai­ ley who received a tip last week that the loaders might be on a job site in Hastings where a parking lot was be­ ing paved. After the loaders did not turn up in Hastings, Barry County Sheriff’s Del. Sgt David Oakland went to the Patterson Road yard and found one of the items be­ hind and old asphalt plant Thursday. The other loader was recovered on Friday. Oakland reportedly was told by a witness that the two loaders showed up at the yard last spring. “I hope this is brought to a successful conclusion,” said Bailey. “Fraud costs all of us.” 269 • 269 ■ Service Tip of the Week'. Are you ready for winter? i $1 A i rA : OFF Stop in for a FREE j | KendoiiToian Winter inspection! iVOOlalll I FREE JOHNNY BENSON I POSTER WITH OIL CHANGE Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. 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The final score was 9078. “We have swimmers coming in at 6 am to prac­ tice on their starts, turns, and finishes to help bring us closer to our goal of the con­ ference meet on November 14th and 16th.” says coach Pete Beaudoin. “ We have swimmers that are within 1 second of state qualifying times. Hopefully we can fin­ ish this season strong and go to state.” TKs 200 medley relay team of Amanda VandenBosch. Taylor Sensiba. Me­ gan McGillicuddy and Gina Niemchick took first, and the team of Karla Mellen. Jessica Stark. Emily Nyland. Emily Granger Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland. Ml 49348 and Melissa Olsen took fourth Chelsay Strumberger. Ni­ cole Crisher. and Emily Granger took first, fourth, and sixth in the 200 free. Nyland and Alison Sager took second and fourth in the 200 IM. In the 100 butterfly McGillicuddy took second. Strumberger. Stark and Tuesday Howell took first, second , and sixth in the 100 free. Karla Mellen and Kaylah Russell took second and sixth in the 500 free. The 200 free relay teams of Sensiba. Amanda Van­ denBosch. McGillicuddy, and Niemchick took first. VandenBosch was first in the 100 backstroke. TK took second through fourth in the 100 breastroke. with Nyland. Sensiba. and Stark. The 400 free relay teams of Nicole Crisher, Amy Tinker. Mellen, and Strumbergcr finished in second place. On Oct. 15 the girls swam against Otsego. The 200 medley relay team of VandenBosch. Stark. McGillicuddy, and Niemchick finished 2 with a time of 2:17.90 Strum­ berger, Crisher. and Granger finished first, fourth, and fifth in the 200 free. Nyland and McGillicuddy finished 3rd and 4th in the 200 IM. Niemchick, Olsen and Sager finished second, fifth, and sixth in the 50 free. Strumberger, Sunday Matousek, and Leah VanHouten finished third, fourth, and fifth in the 100 free. Sarah Wolf. Holly Klunder and Russell finished sec­ ond, fourth, and fifth in the At Your Service! Sunday Matousek 500 free. 200 free relay teams placed 2nd. 3rd and 4th. VandenBosch. Buchanan and Granger finished 2nd. 4th and 6th in the 1(M) back. Nyland. Stark and Tinker finished 3rd 4th. and 5th in the I(M)-brc.i'st stroke. 400 free relay teams finished second and fourth. Otsego is a strong swim team. They finished 2nd in the GR Central invitational. The TK swimmers were strong in the 200 free. 100 back, 200 free relay, 400 free relay, 200 medley relay and the 500 free. “We have a lot of talent on this swim team. The young ladies arc doing a great job. Practices are start­ ing to pay off. Every swim­ mer is dropping times by a half a second to a 1 second each meet. It is a great im­ provement from the begin­ ning of the season, 1 am proud of this team. Score was 100 to 58.” said Beau­ doin The TK girls’ swim team competed in the Grand Rap­ ids Central Invitational Oct. 12 against Ionia HS, GR Central, GR Creston, Ot­ sego. and GR West Catho­ lic. TK swim team place 5th with 115 points with out diving. The swim team was miss­ ing some swimmers at the meet. “We competed against the top teams from the Grand Rapids area. The girls did a great job of swimming and finished well in each of their events. All swimmers dropped their times and there w ere no DQ s for TK.” said Beaudoin. TK took 4th and 6th place out of 15 Medley relays. Strumberger. Crisher. and Katie Terry look sixth, ninth and 16th out of 78. 200 free style swimmers. Wolf and Nyland took seventh and tenth out of 15 2(M) IM swimmers. Niemchick. Matousek fin­ ished third and tenth out of 17 50 free swimmers. Alicia Buchanan and Me­ gan McGillicuddy took sixth and eighth out of 15 1(M) fly sw immers. Sunday Matousek. Chelsey Strumberger and Alicia Buchanan were seventh, ninth and tenth out of 17 KM) free swimmers. In the 2(M) free relay TK took eighth, tenth and ilth out of 15 relay teams. Tinker and VanHouten took 9th and 12th out of 15 I (Mi-backstroke swimmers Nyland and Stark took 4th and 6th place in the 100-' breast stroke out of 14 swimmers. NEW Condominium Development in Middleville Two Bedroom units starting at *129,900 For more information contact Amy DeKleine 616-299-6790 616-583-5000 ext 207 REALTY GROUP, LL C. 4* I Free Leather OnI ? All Buick Models I .*• '•* ■*> AAA. • Wt 44 .>TC W 44 Ao'TC, Your One Stop Water Store Water Softeners • Iron & Odor Kilters Purified Drinking Water Systems Convenient Drive-Thru • 25 Years Experience Serving AU Makes & Models 9980 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia 1-888-891-0303 • 616-877-4339 Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-8:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 1.. / ? 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The Wildcats would only get 14 points in the entire second half. Caledonia came out running on all cylinders to score 11 of the first 12 points in the second half, led by Julie Slot who scored seven in that stretch. Slot scored 16 of her game high 27 points in the second half. “The game started out slow for us. but then we were able to get some things going.' said Stauffer. “De­ fense was the big reason we were able to hold on and win the game.” door to door cand> rush. A tough zone defense by They'll need to take ad­ the Scots forced the Wild­ vantage of their trips to the cats to shoot jumpers from chanty stripe this week outside most of the night. when they go head to head Wayland shot just 15*& from with a couple of the top the floor in the game, and teams in the O-K Gold. only made three field goals South Christian and Unity in the second half. Christian. With all the shots going The Scots host the 14-2 up. but not going in Shelby King and Amanda Jandahal Sailors on Tuesday Nov. 5. did a good job of finding the South Christian is leading rebounds. Both girls fin­ the Gold w ith a 12-1 confer­ ished the game with seven ence mark and has already defeated Caledonia once this boards. Slot had six. Free throw shooting season. Caledonia has surpassed which has been a big plus for the Scots most of the Unity in the league stand­ season hurt them in this ings. but Unity beat the game. Caledonia connected Scots by 25 the first time the two teams got together. on just nine of their 24 at­ Caledonia is 8-4 in the tempts in the game, while league. Unity is 7-5. Both Wayland went eight for ten teams have 11 total wins so in the second half to keep far this year. The Scots host things close. Unity Thursday Nov. 7. Whistles were blowing “It’s gonna be a rough often in the game. The week for us.” says Stauffer. teams combined for 41 “If we play to our potential fouls, and shot 46 free we can make both of those throws. very good games.” Wayland started the night with eight players and were down to six when the final buzzer sounded. Mindy Bode fouled out for the Scots. Stauffer said after the game that she told her girls they’d be shooting free throws for five hours this week, of course they proba­ bly forgot about it a little while they were trying to bust the basketball pinata their parents had supplied to make up for missing the Caledonia's Bnanna Hormel ties up the game against Wayland with this jumper in the second quarter of the Scots’ vic­ tory. (Photo by Brett Bre­ mer) Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351X. M43 Highway. Hastings Great Gift! 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Ashley Horgan, Caroline Meerman, Brooke Schievink, coach Jerry Aquino, (middle) Kylia Slagter, Brianna White, Randi Vanderploeg. Brianna Swartz, (seated) Tiffany Kin, and Britannia Hormel VOTE SR A. GREAT DEAL 02 Chevy Express Van 01 CMC 3/4 T Sierra 4x4 Dmamax dtesei. A&son auto . 18K rraies ual all-state Division II med­ als Saturday. The four area harriers earned the special honors at the annual state cross-coun­ try championships at Michi­ gan International Speedway near Brooklyn. They quali­ fied for state by finishing among the top 15 runners in the regionals Oct. 26 and they earned all-state acco­ lades by finishing among the top 30 runners Saturdav. Meanwhile. Delton-Kel­ logg. the only Barry County team to qualify for the meet, finished 18th in the Division III girls’ meet earlier in the day. the Panthers’ best-ever showing at Brooklyn. Stortz, the leading runner for O-K Blue Conference champion Middleville all season long, finished the race with a personal best 19:12.55. good for 16th place. Miedema. the leader of the pack for O-K Gold Conference champ Caledo­ nia. was 27th in 19:26.8. Middleville freshman Chaney Robinson finished 88th in 20:12.75. Battle Creek Lakeview, which stunned Middleville in early October by taking the Portage Invitational, won the Division II state crown with 169 team points. The Spartans, who do not have a senior among their top seven runners, took the 11th. 12th and 17th places with Michelle Diverio, Jen­ nifer Hamilton and Diane Hamilton, respectively. Petoskey finished second with 207 points, St. Joseph was third with 216, Lowell was fourth with 217 and re­ gional champion Grand Rapids Christian was fifth with 238. Allen Park’s Jackie Gaydos won Division II indi­ vidual champion with a time of 17:59 and East Grand Rapids’ Laura Malnor was runner-up in 18:09.8. In all, there were 262 run­ ners in the girls' Division II race. In boys’ Division II. The­ len broke the 16-minute bar­ rier for the first time by fin­ ishing in 15:57.95, good for his 12th-place finish. He was right behind Capital Circuit archrival Riak Mabil of Charlotte, who was 11th, less than a second faster than Thelen, who also broke the school record with his time. Morris closed out his high school cross-country career with a 16:18 clocking, his Chaney Robinson Jessica Stortz best ever by eight seconds, and he finished 28th. Coach Jim Hassett said it was the first time Lakewood has had two runners earn all­ state accolades. The other Barry County boys’ qualifier, senior Tim Brog of Middleville, crossed the finish line in 16:24.95, also a career best for him. He was 39th in the race, which included 247 runners. Dexter won the boys’ Di­ vision II meet with 70 points, Flint Powers Catho­ lic was second with 102 and Bloomfield Hills Lahser third with 188. Riley Klingel of Fremont was state champion with a time of 15:25.10. less than a halt second ahead ot runnerup Jeff Byrne of Bay City John Glenn The Delton girls’ cross country team edged up two places from its performance a year ago. The Panthers fin­ ished with 434 team points Hillsdale won the meet with 152 points. Hanover Horton was runner-up with 179 and Whitehall third with 194. Senior Monique Hoyle finished 36th with a lime of 20:05.35 to lead Delton Next for the Panthers was sophomore Whitney Knol lenberg. who edged out teammate and fellow sopho­ more Katie Johncock tor 145th place by just onetenth of a second. 21:35.30 to 21:35.40. Not far behind was Pan ther sophomore Kristen Wiltingcr in 154th place at 21:50.5. Freshman Marissa Ingle was 162nd in 21:58.5. making it a sweep for all Delton’s scoring runners to finish in under 22:00. Also running in the state meet, but not scoring, were senior Lauren Cooper and sophomore Sic panic Wal­ lace. Nicole Bush of KeHoggsville won her third consecu­ tive Division III individual state title with a time of 18:28.75. Rival Jaime Wat­ son of Allendale was run ncr-up with a time of 18:45.4. 00 CMC Sierra SLE 4x4 GAVIN SALES HOURS: • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 * 891-8151 M-37 North ot Middleville Across from Middievilla SERVICE HOURS Call945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 for Sun & News MTIONMs! Call anytime... 24 hours a day, 7 days a week �The Sun and News. Middleville. MINovember 5. 2002'Page 23 TK frosh tackle Bronson's JV The TK freshmen football team closed its season at hom^ with a 21-14 win over Bronson’s jayvec squad. The win enabled the Trojans to finish the year with an 8-1 record. A balanced offensive at­ tack and a stingy defense caused problems for Bron­ son much of the game. Linebackers Scott Brown. Mitch Fisher, Justin Lewis, Isaac Thaler, and Ben Ybema. made the bulk of the defensive stops until the offense could take over. Behind 6-0 in the second quarter, after a scoreless first. TK drove 50 yards in eight plays for their first touchdown. Quarterback Ja­ son Blain threw 8 yards to tight end Justen Noffke for the score and Ybema added the two-point conversion. Leading 8-6. the young Trojans put together one of their best drives of the year. Going 83 yards in a couple of minutes. Ybema scored from the 1 with only sec­ onds remaining. Middleville went in at the half leading 14-6. The second half saw the teams exchange touch­ downs. Running back Ybema scored his second TD on a 4-yard run, and kicker Mike Munjoy con­ verted the extra point. Young gridders all place third Despite misty, foggy, wet conditions, four Middleville athletes had a strong show­ ing at the NFUGatorade Punt. Pass, and Kick Sec­ tional C ompetition held Sat­ urday Oct. 12 at Mayor’s Riverfront Park in Kalama­ zoo. AA & AL-ANON Caledonia - 100th and M37 AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p m and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church. AA open meetings Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. All four Middleville boys’ who competed took third place in their respective age groups. In the eight and nine-year-old age group competing was Aron Hall. 10-11 Kyle Boboltz. 12-13 Levi Funk, and 14-15 Mike Munjoy. The competition was scored on the total measure­ ment of the contestant’s punt. pass, and kick of a football, based on distance and accuracy. There were many lense moments for all involved as the field was wet and slip­ pery. There were many slips and falls, and scores were consistently lower than in the local competitions. 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James VanTil builder, 292-4377_________ PINE HAVEN ESTATES: Five miles west of Hastings off M-37. Brand new full walkout ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, air conditioning, fireplace, main floor laun dry, partial brick front, pos­ sible land contract terms (616)891-8982 Recreation WINTER STORAGE: RV's, boats, etc Inside, locked, 51.25 per foot, per month Call Barry Expo Center, (269)945-2224. Wanted BUYING: old postcards and pocket watches (also non running watches for parts). (269)948-4094 Help Wanted AUTO GLASS INSTALLER WANTED FOR MOBILE AND IN HOUSE GLASS REPLACEMENT SERVICE. MUST BE CERTIFIED. BENEFITS AND EXCEL­ LENT WAGES PLUS GOOD WORKING CON­ DITIONS FOR THE RIGHT PERSON. SEND RESUME TO: AD #185, C/O THE REMINDER, P.O BOX 188, HASTINGS, ML 49058. SECRETARIAL: full time needed to work in busy of­ fice. Excellent clerical, organ­ izational & phone skills are a must as well as knowledge of Microsoft Word it Excel Please send cover letter and resume to Attn: Manager, P.O. Box 373, Wayland, Ml 49348 NigAtAawdr Food &• spirits 6950 Whitneyville (616) 868-6336 Open at 1 lam Mon. thru Sat. Featured November Dinner Specials Monday Tuesday $1°° off Burrito Sizzlers Specials Thursday Fresh Cod Fish n' Chips... ‘6.50 Wednesday Hot Pot Roast Sandwich WSashed ftxatoes ar Gravy Vegetables Friday Saturday Baked Chicken Dinner Prime Kib rise Best Around! (1/2 ctackes. mashed prHMoei ar gravy. (OieStM * tXSCUIt) *11* ar 13- QumtIUnaiM �Page 24/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVNovember 5. 2002 PHOTO Center TK netters named academic all-state, get new backboards Canute Halloween Memories! SAME DAY • NEXT DAY 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING See the professionals at Printing Plus St doai maiiaa who l/OM (tint! ^^35mm Film Processing HIne hour service One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET The Lady Trojans pose in front of their newly donated backboards at the Larry Seger Community Tennis Courts, (back row from left) Pauline Galle. Cary Middle­ bush, Tiffany Tietz, Molly Jazwinski. Emily Porter. Sarah Johnson, (middle) Beth Steorts, Mallory Dobson. Amber Steorts, Jen Burks, (front) Leeanne Lantinga. Meiisa Potts, Rachel Clinton. Kara Hutchens, and Michele Raetz INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY For the tenth season in a mulative GPA over 3.4. In other TK tennis news row the TK varsity girls’ tennis team has earned aca­ Tim DeJohn and Cindy Gerbasi of Caledonia Lumber demic all-State honors. The Trojans have earned donated materials, and Gary the award every season and Tiffany Tietz assembled since the coaches associa­ new wooden backboards at tion began handing out the the Trojans’ home tennis awards. The girls’ earned courts. TK head coach Larry Se­ the honor based on their re­ gional finish and with a cu­ ger says that the back wall 1-Hour Processing Additional APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Additional Double Prints 35mm or APS with original processing... 99e cnRD GET 8X10 ENLARGEMENTS of the old I K Middle School gym has done the job well for many years, but these new backboards are a big improvement. Seger says that the backboards will help out during practices when there is an odd number, as well as give players a chance to repeti­ tively work on ground strokes to hone their skills. Hamilton’s Hawkeyes best TK varsity eagers Hamilton’s zone shut down the TK varsity girls’ basketball team's inside play, and the Trojans couldn't get their perimeter game going Tuesday Oct. 29. TK coach Marcy Uyl said that her Trojans fell behind by six in the second quarter and the deficit just stayed at six for so long. The Hawkeyes “did a nice job rebounding,” said Uyl to keep the Trojans from get­ ting second chances on the offensive end. Guard Chanda Brice led the Trojans with 12 points, and also added three assists. Uyl said that Brice played good defense in the game, pulling in four steals. Megan Dutcher added IO points for the Trojans, and six rebounds. TK visits Coopersville Tuesday Nov. 5, and their home game against Calvin Christian has been moved to Friday night Nov. 8. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes. SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PROCESSING Join the club & $aye! 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Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-11-12.pdf a1360f92c6c04680f65fd2495e6f65e9 PDF Text Text Yonr Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 46/November 12, 2002 Middleville, Michigan 49333 WCTWGS FtJBLfC LByea. ~— -------- uuemMMjf MSTnO Ml 4MS8-BM Kindergartners and community work together to beautify village ‘Guys & Dolls' production shaping up by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The two leading couples in the Caledonia fall musical "Guys and Dolls” plan to bring excitement and verve to their roles when the musi­ cal hits the stage Nov. 14, 15 and 16. Sarah Brown and Sky Masterson (Samantha Ncmecck and Ryan Penfold), as missionary and gambler, sparkle with talent. Hot Box night club owner Adelaide (Angie Kline) has her own problems with her erstwhile lover Nathan Detroit (Derek Brown), complicated by some psychosomatic ill­ nesses caused by the stress of 17 years in an engage­ ment. Jeanette Ruthven directs the Caledonia High School’s production of this fast-paced musical. She has had an in­ sider’s relationship with the production, having been a "Hot Box” dancer herself in summer theater. As a stu­ dent at Western Michigan University she chorco- See Guys and Dolls, pg. 6 Prairie Garden Club member Roberta Meeker and Thornapple Trail Association president Michael Gormley plant bulbs at the entrance to Stagecoach Park Saving souls is just part of the fun in the Caledonia High School production of “Guys and Dolls.” The mu­ sical is also about finding yourself and a friend to love. The two main couples do manage (after a few trials, tribulations and songs) to do just that. On left are Samantha Nemecek and Ryan Penfold as mis­ sionary Sarah Brown and gambler Sky Masterson. On the right are Derek Brown and Angie Kline as Na­ than Detroit (continually searching for a location for his floating crap game) and Adelaide, the owner of the Hot Box night club coping with a 17 year engage­ ment which has given her one really bad cold. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This spring should be a flower filled one in Mid­ dleville if the efforts of all the kindergarten classes at McFall and members of lo­ cal organizations have any­ thing to do with it. The kindergarten students are learning about plants. Their teachers decided that one way to give students some hands on experience was to have them plant bulbs this fall. Students planted more than 500 bright yellow tulip and daffodil bulbs in the bed around the McFall Elemen­ tary School sign. Students got to dig in the soil, getting “not too dirty” and learned to plant their bulbs, “pointy side up. “Some classes used a design for their bulbs and others a more random pattern. This is the seventh year that bulbs have been planted at McFall by students. Weather permitting a few are still blooming during special friends days during the first week of May. Members of the Prairie Garden Club, Thornapplc Trail Association and Girl Scout Troop 769 planted bulbs at the entrance to Stagecoach Park, the trian­ gle at the intersection of Main and Grand Rapids streets and at the "Welcome to Middleville” signs. Here magenta tulips and daffodil will brighten the spring. As plans developed by the Downtown Develop­ ment Authority mature more community plantings will be designed. In the spring the Prairie Garden Club and Thornap­ ple Trail Association mem­ bers joined with local busi­ ness owners to plant the beds near the Welcome to Middleville” signs with per­ ennials and annuals. Public invited to Caledonia Education Foundation meeting Pickup rolls atop car in collision An 82-year-oid Middleville man was taken to Pennock Hospital by Thornapple Ambulance Thursday after he drove into the path of an M-37 pickup truck, accord­ ing to the Michigan State Police Trooper Barry Schrader reported that Maynard Park of North M-37 Highway stopped his 1996 Buick on the southbound shoulder to check his mail, then made a left turn onto the roadway and crossed the centerline into the northbound lane where the collision occurred. The truck s driver, Paul Newton. 28. was unable to stop before his 1996 Chevy pickup truck rolled over the passenger side of Park’s vehicle in the 3000 block of M-37 Both drivers were wearing seatbelts and both had working airbags which deployed upon impact Park was issued a hazardous action citation, police reported. He was treated at Pennock Hospital and released Newton was not hurt. (Sun and News photo by Shelly Sulser) The community is invited to the Caledonia Education Foundation’s annual meeting to be held this Thursday (Nov. 14) at 5 p.m. in the Caledonia High School Me­ dia Center. The Caledonia Education Foundation oversees the Caledonia Education Fund. The fund is a permanent en­ dowment that provides grants in the Caledonia com­ munity for exceptional edu­ cational programs. Two grant recipients, Todd DeJong and Ellen Wilder, will be giving short presentations during the meeting to highlight the positive impact of grants on the Caledonia community. DeJong from Emmons Lake Elementary School will be talking about the re­ sults from the grant he re­ ceived - "Take a Hand­ spring.” Community member, Wilder, will be presenting information concerning the grant that was bestowed for "Student Involvement through Asset Building." The meeting is designed to bring awareness of the Foundation and its work to the community. For more information about the Foundation, grants or other CEF information, :ontact Suzit Hall at 891>808. In This Issue TK students prepare for ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ opening Middleville landmark goes up in flames Caledonia planners asked for Stoneridge compromise D&W project reluctantly approved by planners �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml “November 12. 2002 Horseback riding enriches woman’s life area. She drives herself in a Andrews said the saddle al­ By Helen Mudry wheelchair-adapted van and lows her to fall out of the Staff Writer “You don’t need two legs goes just about wherever she saddle if the horse should fall and not be stuck in the and two arms to be an expert wants. She is an accomplished saddle with the possibility of horse rider, you just need a rider and has shown her the horse rolling on top of desire and a few friends to help you get started, was. Arabian horsc Lett *n Class her. the mcssifkof triple ampu- A regional competiDuring her presentation. tee Erin Andrews at the Cct- Fioris. The International Ara- Andrews spoke about the tified .Mmo- bWr Horse Association importance of getting the ciation (CHA) International named her Youth of the horse used to a person in a Year in 1999 for her work Conference held last week­ wheelchair. There are haz­ with Arabians and her work end at Camp Manitou-Lin. ards of getting the bridle and in promoting riding for peo ­ Andrews spoke first-hand reins caught in the handles ple with disabilities. about disabled riders at one and the horses legs caught in Andrews credits her abil­ of the 84 sessions held at the the wheels. four-day conference. The ity to ride to the father of “Ground manners are im­ Michigan State University one of her middle school perative.” she said. The psychology senior was born friends. He is an occupa­ horse must learn to respect with one normal right arm tional therapist and designed the space about the chair. and no legs or left arm. She a saddle that gives Andrews Sometimes a chair spooks a was adopted as an infant and the balance she lacks with horse, especially an electric was raised in the Ann Arbor no legs to straddle the horse. chair with a noisy motor. “Approach the horse from different directions,” she said. She likes to zoom about in her wheelchair get­ ting the horse used to the quick moves. When a horse has never worked around wheelchairs, XI | Everyone Welcome! she recommends letting it observe other horses who Saturday, November 16 are veterans with disabled. 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. A horse should also be de­ Hunter’s Breakfast Erin Andrews has a stem talk with Lightning making sure they understand each other. sensitized to working around canes, crutches and a wheel­ chair lift. Andrews has a specially designed mounting block to get on her horse. She told of another disabled rider who Free Will Donation Gun I>ake Community Church 12200 West M-179 Highway Wayland, MI 49348 (269) 795-7903 ‘Smart women’ attend local seminar Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts of Middleville is having a seminar entitled “Smart Women finish rich... they also finish Healthy Natural­ ly.” for women only Thursday, Nov. 14. Susan A Foster, owner of Thornapple Financial Center with Deborah L. Wert and Cheryl J. Moser, will be cov­ ering better ways to deal with finances. Topics such as budgets, savings, retirement and life insurance and how they affect women’s lives specifically, will be present­ ed. Paget Seymour of Sey­ mour Options Unlimited, will tell what women must know regarding the role of hormones, the importance of balance in your life and how natural hormones can bal­ ance your lie naturally. The seminar begins at 7 p.m. at Thomapple Financial Center, 111 S. Broadway, Middleville. Call for reser­ vations at 269-795-3387 or 1-800-795-387. develop her own system of mounting. She placed apples on the ground and when the horse bent down to nibble them, she would grab its mane and when the horse raised its head, she was able to swing her leg over its neck. Andrews said the riding world is getting more accus- tomed to disabled riders, but it has taken time. A tew years ago she was told she couldn't compete because riders were required to wear black riding boots. Andrews praised pro grams that encourage disabled people to ride. “Riding has changed and enriched my life," she said. Used toy drive starts Nov. 18 in Middleville The gently used toy drive ents to talk to their children in the Thornapple Kellogg about toys which they no schools begins on Monday, longer play with and that Nov. 18. Collection boxes other children might enjoy will be placed in Thornapple them. Kellogg schools. Puzzles should have all Organizer Wendy Barker their pieces as should says, “I am amazed at how games. Stuffed animals generous people are each should be clean and in good repair. year.” Barker encourages par­ t You Are Invited!! i I t WHAT? To the DEER HUNTER (?ty BREAKEAST & BAKE SALE pA'V- W HEN? Saturday, November 16, 10 a.m.-l p.m. WHERE? Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine SL -k* COST? Freewill Offering Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. a . • /n The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S E (M-37) • Caledonia. Michigan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 FAX 616/891-9025 p V j �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 12, 2002'Page 3 STRIKE percussion ensemble announces free concert Some of trie STRIKE Percussion Ensemble practices for their upcoming trip to the Percussive Arts Society International Convention and their special, free bonvoyage concert in Kentwood Nov. 12. Believe it or not, these STRIKE Percussion Ensemble members make wonderful sounds with simple plastic barrels. by Cathy L. Kueter Staff Writer Metal railroad spikes, empty 55 gallon plastic drums, squashed tin pails. Sounds like a day at the junkyard. But, put those bits and pieces of refuse in the hands of a STRIKE Percus­ sion Ensemblist and listen­ ers will hear some very unique musical sounds. Last spring, Caledonia students, along with other members of STRIKE, made a real name for themselves in the music field. They’ve Local senior citizens invited to dress rehearsal, pot luck It is not too late to sign up for the Thornapple Kellogg Community Education spon­ sored night at the theater for area senior citizens. The dress rehearsal of the fall high school play on Thurs­ day. Nov. 14 is always fun and area senior citizens arc invited to be part of it. This year’s fail play is “Arsenic and Old Lace” di­ rected by Tricia Rickert. The evening will begin with re­ freshments in the high school cafeteria at 6:15 p.m. followed by the performance in the auditorium at 7 p.m. Reservations are required for this fun evening and can be made by calling 7953397. The last time area senior citizens got together for a pot luck luncheon, everyone had lots of fun. It was so much fun the next Senior Citizens pot luck luncheon is scheduled for November 18 at noon. The Community Education office appreciates knowing how many are planning to attend so the tables can be set up in advance. Call 7953397 by Friday. Nov. 15 to register. It will be held in the Community Room of the Thornapple Kellogg Learn­ ing Center. kept up the hard work and commitment that have won them several prestigious awards and invitations in the past In fact, they ’ll soon be on the road again to another musical convention. They are on their way to the Per­ cussive Arts Society Interna­ tional Convention - a very distinguished appointment. In light of that accom­ plishment. STRIKE will be giving a special bon-voyage concert on Tuesday. Nov. 12 at the Kentwood Fine Arts Auditorium (Kentwood High School). The concert is in conjunction with the East Kentwood Women’s En­ semble, which will soon be MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun l>ake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, MI (269)795-3305 Kay Stolsonburg GR1.CRS. Assoc Broker A Sales Manager............ —............. 795-7272 Debbie Erway Karen Brown 623-8357 Al Kulikauskas UJ® OrlijiiiuL ibh LPiWiiil Gift Certificates Available The^------, ( Studio “■ ...... 838-7282 fSM) m-UWS Salon. Inc Svvi- St* Miller REAL ESTATE SOLD! Hastings Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, Ml (269)945-5182 Oft ■ 'jyiiHii1''Nine l'M*‘ ............ 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GR1. 795-4470 including Diane Shrews­ bury. Eric Archambault. Chris LaFoy. Jake Finkbcincr. Mark Zeeff. Mark Palma. Megan Rinard. Andy Wisneiwski. 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Nov. 16. from 9 a m. to 2 p.m. Breakfast will be from 9 to 11 a m. and lunch will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included will be wood crafts/toys, glass crafts, Christmas items, silk flow­ ers. flags/chimes and can­ dles, Pampered Chef, Mary Kay products, and baked goods. 2. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE! Setting on 10 roiling acres, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath hrxne features living room w/hekKtone fireplace, family room w/peWet stove walkout base rnent appliances and satellite dish included, professionally landscaped w/underground sprinkling, 60*80 deluxe horse barn w/secu rity system and much more! Within walking distance to Thornapple Kettogg schools’ Cafi Deb $269,900 Thornapple Massage Clinic Gentle massage for stress relief migraine & tension headache, sports massage, warm hand wax dip for arthritis and aroma therapy HHK Hours by appointment Gift Certificates Evening & Saturday — appointments availableliable Pat Bowerman, Registered Nurse Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 616-838-3084 9426 Spring Creek Ct. M-37, Middleville MI 49333 t FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR AOS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 12, 2002 Clues continue to be revealed for contest one finds the key. DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Re­ formed Church, will post new clues every Monday. Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, the dues will be posted at all the sponsor lo­ cations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms are at the par­ ticipating donors listed be­ low. bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Pastor Tom DeVries is not sure how many contest­ ants are trying to solve the riddles in the Middleville Riddle Contest and Treasure hunt. “I hope they are pick­ ing up answer sheets and trying to solve the clues. The contest began on Oct. 30 and will end when some­ The “Middleville Riddle Treasure Hunt" contest fea­ tures a search for a key to a treasure, donated by local businesses, worth between S15O-S2OO. The game consists of 17 riddles which will be re­ vealed two lines at a time. Each of these couplets will be identified. For example, couplet 1A will be the first two lines of Riddle #1 and sides of the sign to complete the couplet." DeVries says. Riddle solvers should pull into the church parking lot to read the sign. Clues from the previous week will be available on Saturdays at the sponsors. On Tuesdays, the previous week’s clues will be printed in the Sun and News. DeVries says. “ It is im­ portant for riddle solvers to couplet 3C will be lines 5 and 6 of riddle 3. DeVries will post all the A clues first, followed by all the B clues and then the “C" clues DeVries will post these couplets, (which may not be in order) on the sign in front of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church on West Main Street on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays. “Sometimes I w ill need both pay attention to their answer sheet and fill in their an­ swers in the right spot.” “The answer to a riddle will usually (but not always) be a number.” DeVries says. The game will end when someone using the clues from the riddle finds the key to the treasure. The first per­ son to find the key will win See clues, page 6 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Luing Lord Morning Worship . . 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time ............... 10:35 a.m. Sunday School.................................. 10:50 a m. Evening Praise . 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F. Harrlsotf Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M I Ul a place to belong T Y CHURCH a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............... 930 ft 11 00 i m Youth Ministry 891-0576 Now mwtlng In our new building at I17S Broodmood Rev Michael Stowell. Lead Pastor Joe Cipcic, Worship leader Dennv Bouma. Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N- Stewart. Senior Pastor Tun A. Vine. AaM. PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sundav Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesdas M kJ Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th St Rrv P Adams Pfow 891-8440 One mile east of Whitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Weil M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Roadi Wayland. Ml 49MH • 795-7901 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you 're at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Worship Hours 900 im and 1030 am. A CALEDONIA £j UNITED METHODIST Mk<i Lakeside TElje ®Hj ®tmc jfHctljoirisit QEburcT) 5590 Whilneyvtlte Ave.. S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 New Life • CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th SL S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CommitHitv O?ri$f ALASKA CONGREGATION 8146 68th St near Whrtneyvile Ave 9 45 am Church School. Sunday Praise Singing .(Qi^ Morning Worship 1030am HtX)a.m Fdk *sh*p Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sundkas Mcrrwg Wrtt? kJOaaa Todmotui Nandat School for AS Ages Sundta Exetung Sen-ax FX Fnrno-Pre vtvx* XT. Pra.er Mcetng • Veunexlt. 11.15 am Q(temporary KMOam 630 pm 630 pm 630 pm Pastor E G Frizzell AC Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastors Ph. 616-997-6'40 Faws • VMO IVJtt taouar fowar H91-H028 • e-mail iei^iueid .sers net SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest (f Gun lohe) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a.m 9 30 a m Mass at St Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are being mode _______________ 792-2889_____________ THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School .......................... 9:30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a in. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or ffmu dmummmjy Gmnput fm JUtmuAp and Smuux Middleville - Parmelee Parmetee Momrg Worshp 930 am Mddtev«e Mating Washp Saxtoy School (AOJB) . Nursery ■ Grode 5............. Sr High - Sun Evening Jr H»gh - Grades M. Wed Evenrg Ret II00 a m 945 a m ll-OOa.m. 600800 p m 600-7 30 p m Lee Zachman Chuch Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ community Sunday Worship 930 am Christian Education Hour 11:00 am Wednesday J Church Finding the Way Together! Community Ctsurch A Place for Family A i ntnds 6201 W hitne^ille Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Family Night S:4S-81<0 pm Cootemporvy Worship 930 a m Sunday School for Ail Ages 1045 am Pastor Pad M Hillman Youth Pastor Dand Enkson Evening Worship 600pm 6951 Hanna Lake Awn*. Caledonia 61649MHH Res Norman Kohns (6161 891-816’ redeemer^iservMt unrwjedetmercovenant or^ Pastor Roger Buitman • Church Office M8-O391 Church Office: 616-8918600 • Fax 891-8648 ww* LakcxKtarommunity org ______________ w w w caiedoniaunK org______________ 4 member d the han/rua! Cawwaa ChuKhn dAmna Worship Services 8 30 a m and 111M) a tn Sundav School 9.45 a m Coftee Fellowship 10 30 am (Nursery available throughout < Sunday School 9:45 AM Pastor Robert Cerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office S91-S6SS —Lighting Up Lives for God— Nov. 17: "Faith In Action” Guest Speaker: Patsy CaufTman 8:30 AM UOO AM 6:30 PM Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Redeemer Covenant Church ■ ' • Traditional Service New Life Celebration Service Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. All Services have a Nureenj Available • Barner Free Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Sunday Worship............................ 930 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) (Missouri Sijnod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 _____________ wwwiservnet/-»tpeul_____________ 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ..............................................9:30 a.m. Sunday School .......................... 1! :00 a.m. Adult Bible Class...................................... 11:00a.m. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH 10:00 a m 11:15 a.m 6:00 p.m St Paul Lutheran Church YOU ARE INVITED Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 250 \ iru 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 9:45 am. 1100 a.m. 600 p.m. . 6:45 p.m 6.45 p m. "A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE cAfrUlkutA Qtfatnld An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dunon office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www, way farerec ory WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 2415 McCann Rd. Inlning) Sunday Service Tuwes 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hoty Commission 2nd Sunday! 11:00 AM. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer Phone 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vtcar - R«u David T. Hu»t*ick |IC|XC1 • ^46 wtYfneyvae at 84th st • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody... and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Suxtoy School 930 a.m. Saxtoy Momng Worsrvp 10 M a m. Meer g at cropei on flhfneyvfe A Saxtoy E /errg Woahp 6 00 p m. Neo ^Achveev ^aye' 4 ide Study 7 00 p m. iey ’Nrxs 9uys. Potfa • 3ev Sasrxx. Assoc Pasta *ecs?e awneyvieccieorg �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 12. 2002/Page 5 New Presbyterian church invites interested people to meetings Hobert-Willett Teresa Dinger of Hastings and Don and Glenda Willett of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children. Fawn Robert and Scott Willett Fawn is employed at Admiral in Hastings. Scott is employed at Lowell Engineer in Alto. A July 19. 2003 wedding is being planned. Slenk-Wenger Joe Slenk and Chanda Wenger are engaged and planning a Nov. 8. 2002 wedding at Harderwyk Christian Reformed Church in Holland. Joe is the son of Dave and Dawn Slenk of Holland. He graduated from Holland Christian High School and Grand Rapids Community College He is employed by the City of Holland. Chanda is the daughter of Martin Wenger of Middle­ ville and Cynthia Fales of Alto. She graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School and Hope College She is employed by Kiss Technologies. Inc. of Holland. Tolans to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Lynn and Luana Tolan of Middleville are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on November 18,2002. They have five sons: Terry (Denise), Scott (Donna), Marty (Trish), Kevin (Becky) and Jon (Leanna). They also have 10 grandchildren: Travis, Erin, Matraca, McKenzie, Cory, Kayla, Ryan, Adam, Lauren, and Jenna. Happy anniversary to a great couple and wonderful parents. LUlait JCutkwiiWA ’BeCieue tpMtwd by GmJ Shpktui futknan Ckuvk m Part IV Lutherans believe that the forgiveness of sins which we need to receive in order to be saved can­ not be obtained by our own merits, works, or satis­ factions. That means anything good which we do has no bearing on our salvation whether in faith or not. To attempt to add to Christ’s atonement and earn His mercies, always leads one to ask. "How do I know 1 have done enough? How do I know I’m saved?’ Therefore Lutherans believe that forgiveness of sins can only be received (not earned) by grace, for Christ’s sake, through faith, when a person believes that Christ suffered for them, died for them, rose from the dead for them, and that for His sake their sin is forgiven. Thus righteousness and eternal life are given to them by the grace of God and received by them through faith. Such faith causes one’s eyes to be cast away from their own goodness, away from their own works, away from themselves and toward Christ's righteousness. Christ s sacrifice. Christ’s death and resurrection for them. This faith truly glorifies Christ for it attributes all works, honor and merits for our salvation to Him. He alone has done what we could not do. He alone has taken upon Himself the wrath of God for our sins and He alone bore them patiently in His death, and conquered them victoriously with His resurrec lion from the dead. Because He has done the work for our salvation people need not doubt their salva­ tion but trust in Him atone. This js what Lutherans believe! 908 W. Main. Middleville • 795 2391 ■ \ Worship Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11 a-m. Adult Bible Class Wednesday. 9 a.m. Abstinence speaker to visit area schools Pam Stenzel, an interna­ tional abstinence speaker, will talk to students at Caledonia Middleville and Wayland schools Monday, Nov. 18. Stenzel tackles the tough issue of sex with candor, insight, humor. She chal­ lenges young people to get the “abstinence advantage.” She encourages them to embrace the benefits of char­ acter and abstinence before marriage. Stenzel will speak next Monday at Caledonia Middle School, 7:40 a.m. for seventh and eighth grades; Thomapple Kellogg High School, 9:30 a m., seventh to twelfth grades; and Wayland High School, 1:10 p.m., ninth grade. The Alpha Women's Center is a non-profit, prolife organization, dedicated to encouraging and empow­ ering women and teens to make healthy life choices. Free and confidential ser­ vices include: pregnancy testing, counseling, materia! support such as maternity and baby clothing, and baby care necessities. Also included is a program that reaches local high schools and other youth groups with the message of abstinence. For more information about the Pam Stenzel pre­ parations Monday, call the Alpha Women's Center at 269-792-0333. Call 945-9554 for Sim & News classified ads Changes are underway at the comer of Cherry Valley and 84th Street. While the Presbyterian Church has had a sign at that comer for quite a while, stating it is the fu­ ture site of a new Presbyte­ rian church, the new sign in­ dicates that the Caledonia Presbyterian Fellowship is actually beginning. Over the last several months the Fellowship has been meeting and worship­ ping together once a month and learning about such things as area demographics, generational theory, and worship styles in preparation for entering the next phase of work and service to­ gether. They have also been experiencing a variety of Christian music with the help of music leaders Aaron and Renee VandeWege. At each meeting they have welcomed new people into their fellowship, and they are looking forward to welcoming many more. While the Fellowship has not yet begun Sunday wor­ ship services, the members are meeting regularly in pur­ suit of that end. The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at the Caledonia Middle School. Pastor Ray Kretzschmer and the VandeWeges will lead the group in worship and song. Refreshments will also be served. In addition to a time of worship, the focus of the gathering will be discussing and planning the next steps in the development of the The new sign at the corner of Cherry Valley and 84th Street indicates that the new Caledonia Presby­ terian Fellowship is actually beginning. new church. Anyone inter­ ested in learning more or be­ coming a part of this fellow­ ship is welcome to attend. For more information call (616) 554-9837. Not just a bunch of beds Tanning - Tanning - Tanning HOT SPECIALS! FREE Body invest Ultraviolet Amplifier Tanning Lotion with purchase of 5 or 10 visit package Contempo Salon 9551 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Village Centre 2H 616-891-1093 YOU’RE INVITED TO: An Evening That Could Change Your Life Forever WEDNESDAY, November 13, 2002, 7 p.m. Jesus said. “I have come that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” - John 10:106 As true today as when they were first spoken Music by: Dan Finkbeiner Speaker: Andy Finkbeiner At: The Fireside Room in the Middle Villa Inn on M-37 just north of Middleville 698-9660 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville, M (/November 12. 2002 Thornapple Heritage Assoc, seeking donations Recent acquisitions include gloves, a coverlet and a copy of the TK Trumpet. The notebook is part of the ongoing project to file important information about the area. The historical cards are for sale The one of the old mill is definitely a collectors item since the mill was removed to make way for the new fire station UVntudnP 99 (-AlntCs Snfon mid ^Tanning II Nads $25 ’ Gel Nails $30 Overlay $20 Manicure $10 - - - $5 — Polish Kids FREE Spa Pedicure $20 FREE With Air Brush 9944 Cherry Valley Ave 136 E State Street Caledonia (616) 891-1551 Hastings (616)948-2970 MF 1O-T; Sat. 9:30-5 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Thor­ napple Heritage Association are seeking donations of ob­ jects and information about the history of the area. THA member Roberta Meeker says, “We are look­ ing for the booklets pub­ lished by the Prairie Garden Club which was established in 1933. We need the book­ lets published from 1933 un­ til 1946. We have the ones from 1946 to the present.” Recent acquisitions in­ clude a coverlet, gloves and the dresses worn on the award winning THA float this past Heritage Days Pa­ rade. Members of the THA are compiling notebooks on everything from newborns, birthdays of local senior citi­ zens, family generation pho­ tos and information about marriages of long duration. Other notebooks are keep­ ing obituaries, information about local businesses and village development and politics in order and ready for future researchers. Meeker says, “We would be happy to get copies of gene­ alogies of the pioneer fami­ lies of the area as well.” The THA is also looking for more aluminum ware to be used in a future display at the Hastings City Bank in Middleville. Meeker says. “We often M-F 10-6. Sat 9.30-5 Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes see household items for sale garage sales but cannot pur­ chase them. We would be happy to help local homeowners review their collec­ tions. The future museum will need exhibits.” The next meeting of the THA is on Thursday. Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Carveth Vil­ lage. Meeker reminds mem­ bers to bring historical Christmas ornaments for the Hastings City Bank Display. Ongoing projects include the pioneer certificate pro­ gram. photographing the area, recording the memo­ ries of area senior citizens and re-organizing the THA. New members are wel­ come to attend any THA meetings. Future meetings include a joint meeting with the Barry County Historical Society on Nov. 21 at the Commis­ sion of Aging building in Hastings. The THA Christ­ mas party on Dec. 12 will include a white elephant ex­ change and potluck supper. Even the dresses worn on the Thomapple Heri­ tage Association Float this past September have been added to their collection Clues, continued from page 4--------------------------------all the prizes. The rules of this game in­ clude pulling into the park­ ing lot to read the clues, players must observe all civil laws and regulations. Anyone breaking laws try­ ing to win this game will be disqualified. DeVries says, “There is no need to race anywhere to find the key. The game is designed so that it is very unlikely that two people will come up with the final an­ swer at the same time.” DeVries has hidden the key in an accessible and safe place and has provided a list of places it won’t be. These include anywhere higher than 6 feet off the ground, within 10 feet of a paved road, under ground, under a bridge, within 15 feet of wa­ ter, on state land that is open for hunting, Middleville Christian Reformed Church property, any school grounds or property or in­ side a building. DeVries says, “the key is located somewhere within Thornapple Township.” Places to look for the key in­ clude the outside area of a store, business or office building, a park, hiking trail, village property or attached to some object in a field within 100 yards of a road. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video, Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe, Phil's, Middle Villa Inn, Tires 2000, 4 Star Video, TK Kitchen. Middleville market Place, Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. The clues for week #2 are listed below followed by clues from week one. Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, which you can take home for all to view? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be, for me Io strike the wood I see? Week one began with these two clues. Clue 4 A: When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Clue 1 A: “Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” Guys & Dolls, from page 4 graphed the dances for a production of the 1940s era musical. Guys and Dolls had a book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows with music and lyrics by Frank Loesscr. It was based on the Damon Runyon short story “The Idyll of Sarah Brown.” This show includes a floating crap game, humma­ ble music and the combined talents of many student ac­ tors. The talents of the be­ hind the scenes support helps raise this high school production’s level Ruthven says that the district is striv­ ing to produce musicals and plays that arc not of the or­ dinary high school quality. Guys and Dolls will be presented at the Caledonia High School performing arts center on Nov. 14, 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. There is also a matinee at 1:30 p.m. Satur­ day, Nov. 16. Tickets, which arc still available, arc $5 in advance. Reservations may be made by calling 891-6207. Tickets will be $6 at the door. fflfter Effects Studio LONG-LASTING TRUCK. LIMITED-TIME OFFER. Massages TAKE ADVANTAGE OF DEALER INCENTIVES ON THE ALL NEW CHEVY KODIAK. CHEVY TRUCKS KOOIFU4 909-795-0039 HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE y\ Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick I S H-37 HASTWGS-I1S^45-242S 1-800-235-2425 wwwbdl—* com * 38 | North M 37 Hwy. • Middleville 269 795 0053 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 12, 2002/Page 7 cSnstwTsu7c«sn,er urans onOW a succebb Donald G. Buehler ABOVE: Lisa (left) and Sara DeWitt with their grandmother Lorraine Crumback. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The annual Caledonia TK Senior Citizen Holiday Lunch Dec. 6 The annual Thornapple Kellogg Senior Citizens Holiday Luncheon, spon­ sored by the Thornapple Kellogg schools will be held on Friday. Dec. 6 at noon al the Middle Villa restaurant. Senior citizens living within the Thornapple Kel­ logg School District arc in­ vited to attend this festive holiday lunch in the Mead­ ows Banquet Room at the Middle Villa. Parking in the rear of the restaurant allows easy access to the banquet room. The Thornapple Kellogg High School Honors Choir will provide seasonal music following the meal. Reservations are required by calling the Community Education office at 7953397 by Dec. 2. Callers arc asked to be sure to leave a telephone number with their message. GREENVILLE - Donald G. Buehler, age 92, of Greenville, passed away Nov. 8, 2002 at Hospice of Michigan. United Memorial Hospital. Greenville. Donald G. Buehler was bom on Feb. 17. 1910 in Freeport. Michigan, the son of Joseph and Rozilla (Klepfer) Buehler. He was raised and attend­ ed school in Freeport. He was married to Rosa C. Aubil on July 3, 1936. Don retired from the Gibson Company in Green­ Craft Show was held last ville. after 37 years of ser­ Saturday and was reported vice as a sanitation supervi­ to be one of the most suc­ sor. He proudly served his cessful. “It was probably one of the biggest we’ve ever had.” said Sherry Crawford of the said. If the multitude of crafts and goodies exiting the doors in front of smiling faces was any indication, the show was definitely a suc­ cess. Caledonia Resource Center. The Center was host to the show with proceeds going to the CRC Senior Citizens program. “We had more crafters than we’ve ever had.” she iIe«K»ve rHAIR DESIGNERS Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients MA Ry KAy- Call for your appointment Call today for Appointments! SOUTH OFFICE 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan rush This holiday season, enjoy fast convenient online shopping and unbeatable customer service just visit my Web site to find fabulous Mary Kay* gifts What could be easier' Independent Beauty Consultant 8620 Woodland Forest Dr. Ako. Ml 49302 (616) 891-0792 www.marykaycom/lbaldwin6 FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 JUST LISTED!! 207 W. Main Street four-bedroom home with two baths in the Village of Caledonia Hardwood floors and doors, ceramic tile kitchen with eating area, formal dining, full basement, newer well. Great opportunity in Caledonia School District $129,900. Call Wench A Zandstra Smith-Diamond Realty 291-4158 or 891-2222. Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Belson Mel Brenner Katie Cummitord Kay Cummitord Sharon Emerson Joan Guikema Lois Heckman Maryanne Moeksma Debra lampani John McCleve Mary Kay McCleve Mark McCleve . 891 -0004 ‘Public Invited Lori Baldwin 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to PM Pizza) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! W New evening hours • We welcome all ages Holiday kNow open late VM0NDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY Bustance of Middleville. Maxine Mick of Lake Park. Florida. Joey Wise of Elk­ hart. Indiana; one brother. Calvin Buehler of Freenort; several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his wife. Rosa C Buehler and a sister. Genevieve Sage. Graveside sen ices will be held Tuesday morning. Nov 12. 2002 at I! am at the Rest Haven Memory Gar dens. Belding. Mich Pastor Arthur Wells officiating. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. MI Family Dentistry of Caledonia skip the OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available country in the United Stales Army during World War II. Don enjoyed gardening, woodworking, building bird houses, knick-knacks for the yard, repairing antique clocks* refinishing antique furniture, and he did caning He enjoyed traveling, winters in Florida and time ?»pent with family and friends. He is survived by his daughter. Margaret (Jerry) Bothum of Grand Island. Nebraska; son. W'arren (Sally) Buehler of Waupun. Wisconsin; four grandchil­ dren; four great grandchil­ dren; three sisters. Dorothy 891-2222 891-2222 262-2021 291-3350 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-7183 262-8333 891-7171 891-7172 889-4558 Oanna McCullor Kun Ogle Ron Krins Kon Kic hards Jennifer Kusso David Sprague Dave Vanderwoude Ted VanDuinen Tanner U hitcomb Sam Height Wendy Zand str a MLS 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891 7176 891-2222 891-2222 891 2222 891-2222 891-2222 891-2222 891 SOLD JaX 'J/ / Caledonia Education Foundation Annual Meeting & Reception 2002 Caledonia High School ( Media Center \ ‘Thursday ‘November 14, 2002 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Featuring presentations by grant recipients �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. MlWovember 12. 2002 CMS students rake leaves for ‘Make a Difference Day’ by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Missing some leaves from your yard? A group of Cale­ donia Middle School stu­ dents are the culprits. The crew from CMS chose to rake leaves as their way to help out in the com­ munity on ‘‘Make a Differ­ ence Day.” Students also re­ ceived community service hours for their time behind the rake handles. Students who spent their Saturday morning raking were Samantha Ahonen. Nicholas Aitchison. Dylan Anderson, Kelsey Arnold. Sarah Barney. Steven Bell­ graph. Kyle Bestrom. Jenni­ fer Campfield. Scott Cargill. Darren Chase. Zak Christo­ pher. Courtney Claflin. Am­ ber Cook. Leslie Curtis. Emily Dingman. Stephen Durkee. Cynthia Engerson. Julianne Erno, Nicholas Fre­ dricks. Ethan Green. Mark Heller. Katie Heller. Lind­ sey Hooker, Melissa Hulst. Tyler Jones, Blake Jones. Kaylec Jones. Katie Jonk­ hoff. Mattie Jonkhoff. Dana Juhlin. Timothy Kelly. Brandon Kolk. Marisa Kow­ alski. Daniel Kraft. Sarah Krumrie, Staci Kuiper. Ste­ ven Kukulis. Julianne Layle. Sean Lectka. Jacob Lyons. James McCarty, Joshua McKay. Amanda Mercer, These CMS students worked hard to de-leaf the lawns of Caledonia Village resi­ dents a few weeks ago during ‘Make a Difference Day." Rakes, feet, hands whatever works best to remove leaves from the lawns of Caledonia Village residents Qzntui^ Real Estate For The Real World' Caledonia • 9175 Cherrv Valiev Pearson-Cook 891-8980 NEW CONSTRUCTION. Beautiful new home in Glen Valley estates. 3 car garage. fireplace, master suite So many amenities A must see! $249,900 (STA6BGETT) Barb Getty 1694HH-2SS0 walkout. Located tn Glen Valley Still time to pick colors! $234,900. (COS6BGETT) Barb Getty 2694H8-25S0 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS: Building lots available. 2 plus acres and up Perked and ready to build your dream borne For details call Barb Getty 269-8.18-2550 THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOLS: Wooded acreage 2-7 acres Propertj backs up to over 300 acre* of slate land Ready to build. Starting at $32,500 For information call Torn Garbo u 89141980. MIDDLEVILLE: Building sites 3 miles southeast of Middleville Land contract terms available 2 plus acre sites For details call Barb Getty 269-838-2550 Many More Listings Available! For information on newlv constructed homes and vacant lots currenth available call: Kathv Hen ton 262-3965 Paul Davis 291-0063 Robin Dawson 293-W79 Dave Krutnm 915-4763 Barbara Getty 838-2550 Cartel William*™ 293-7391 Aaron Vander Zand 500-3772 Rich Mc< on non 292-4*93 HASTINGS SHARP 4 BEDROOM 2 story. New carpet, wood floor*. front porch, garage siding Great lot with Crees $99,900. (SEA9RDAWS) Rabin Dawson 292-4079 NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION SEMINAR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2002 FROM 6-8 P.M. AT OUR CALEDONIA OFFICE 9175 Cherry Valley Rd. Ginny Sines 616-901-2401 Call Linda James 813-4909 Laura Martin 891-7619 Da>e Pratt 813-6334 Dk-fc Koeirr 554-0845 Limited seating available. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The first community de­ sign workshop scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Thornapple Township hall. A second workshop will be held on Dec. 11. The goal of this workshop is to help the members of the Downtown Development Authority as they work on a consistent look for the Village of Mid­ dleville To help with this effort place mats with sketches of Main Street have been dis­ tributed to local restaurants. Diners can draw what they would like to see on the place mats and turn them ♦ Christopher J. Hier, ♦ ♦ 616-891-1240 ♦ General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) ♦ ♦ Witkowski. A handful of parents, friends and teachers took up the raking cause right along with the CMS students dur­ ing ‘Make a Difference Day." They included Polly Schwab. Esta McKay, Tom Heller. Crystal Bellgraph. Julie Kukulis. Art Jones. Ashley Wegner. Brenda Newhof. Nate Layle. Sam Curtis. Janice Witkowski. Christie Kolk. Zach Bravata. Deven Bravata. Pat Krum­ rie, Pat Aitchison. Karen Ar­ nold. Kevin Arnold, Karson Arnold, McKinzie Arnold, Sue Pasquantonio, Christine Campfield. Deven VanSingcl. Jackie VanSingel. Sheri Jonkhoff. Melinda Green. Chris Dingman. Kady Ding­ man. and Scott Jonkhoff and Cathy Rueter. The organizer for the event was Mary Heller. The leaves didn't cooper atc as well as in years past because many of them didn’t fall until just recently. Because of Mother Nature's lack of cooperation, a sec­ ond “Make a Difference Day" is being planned for Saturday. Nov. 23 for senior citizens that remain on the list for leaf raking. Design workshop set for Wednesday in Middleville CALEDONIA HBW ' HI-Ukt >1 >M 2-1/2 bath 2 story estates Master suite, office, and more Eric Merrill. Tyler Moederzoon. Matthew Murawa, Joshua Nugent, Bradley Oatmen. Tyler Oatmen. Kristi Page. Shane Parent. Amy Pasquantonio. Michael Patterson. Joshua Ponne. Christina Roosien. Richard Roosien, Alexander Rueter. Kathryn Schenk. Nicholas Schwab. Jessica Shelton, Erin Smith. Merideth Smith. Stephen Snyder, Rachel Soper. Nicole VanSingel. Danielle VanSingel. Shawn Videan, Kelli Warner. Bai­ ley Watson, Erich Wegner, Andrew West, Randi Wil­ cox, Kevin Wilder, Leah Witkowski, and Matthew Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. into village hall. When Bill Getty first sug­ gested the formation of a downtown development authority he proposed that one of the areas the author­ ity could work on was pro­ viding gateways into the vil­ lage and a consistent design flow from development along M-37 and along Main Street. The DDA has been work­ ing hard to develop the new parking area behind the main street businesses, pro­ vide design guidelines for Stagecoach Park and other issues. The light posts and benches reflect part of their design ideas. They are working with an architect on the design of downtown facades and have scheduled the workshop to get community input. First on the agenda is the downtown, Main Street from the Thornapple River to High Street. The November workshop is a forum on design ideas. The December workshop will present alternative de­ signs. The Village DDA, intends to encourage and assist downtown building owners with renovations and store­ front remodeling consistent with the period design theme selected. Village planner Geoff Moffat invites citizens of the village to attend the work shops. He says, "Help shape our future village center This is your chance to help polish our diamond in the rough.” The design workshops will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. They will be held in the public meet­ ing room of the Thornapplc Township Hall, 200 E Main Street. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Rud over 11,000 aru homes Over Your Head In Debt? HNITE WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml November 12. 2002/Page 9 TK students repare tor ‘Arsenic’ opening Abby (Rebecca Dufresne) and Martha (Ashley Ballard) Brewster are two sweet but definitely crazy sisters who have been helping the men who live in their boarding house to heaven and a grave in the basement with the help of poisoned elderberry­ wine. Their nephew Teddy (Ja­ red McDuffee) lives with them and thinks he is Theo­ dore Roosevelt. Since he thinks he is digging the Pan­ ama Canal in the basement, it is easy for the sisters to find room for their victims. Most of the humor comes when the Brewster’s nephew • by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Director Tricia Rickert laughs as her high school ac­ tors learn to kiss on cue, play the trumpet (at least enough to sound the charge) and remember not to laugh at the lines in “Arsenic and Old Lace. “They're getting the lines down and perfect­ ing their timing, I know they will be ready for the night." “Arsenic and Old Lace” will be performed on Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at the high school. Tickets will be avail­ able al the door for $4 a piece. Tickets can be re­ served by obtaining a ticket reservation form on the The “loopy" sisters Abby and Martha, Re­ becca Dufresne and Ash­ ley Ballard are still getting used to their wigs. Thornapple Kellogg web site: www.tk.kl2.mi.us. Rickert invites anyone who is looking for alternate plans for the opening week­ end of firearms deer season to stop by the play. This classic dark comedy by Joseph Kesserling ran for three years on Broadway. It was a very popular movie starring Cary Grant and di­ rected by Frank Capra in 1944. The Broadway revival in 1986-87 starred Abe Vigoda and Jean Stapleton. Swapping evil plans are the evil brother Jonathan, played by Luke Rosenberg, and his side kick Dr. Ein­ stein played by Thom Dettman. U/e had such wonderful times traveling on vacations, but now Bob has a hard time remembering his way around the town he has spent his entire life in. 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It took a while before the Three generations of Finkbeiners helped with the exercise. Here jack (on left) speaks with his grandson Trever and son Scott, a firefighter with Thornapple Township Emergency Services. order was given to set the building alight due to strong breezes and getting all the equipment in place. Once the fire started with just a few wisps of smoke, it did not take long for the flames to overwhelm the building. The old mill is located on the property Thornapple Township plans to use for the new location of its fire station. The old sawdust mill will be removed later. 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Ml November 12, 2002'Page 11 Fire chief's appointment hotly debated by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The appointment of Brian Bennett as full time fire chief on Nov. 6 stimulated debate over an annual salary of $45,500 plus a rate of $17 per hour for emergency calls beyond a normal 40 hour week schedule with addi­ tional benefits. The Search Committee in­ terviewed three candidates from both inside and outside the department, and then recommended Bennett, who has been acting as chief for about a year. The fire chief will be evaluated and given raises by recommendation of the Fire Commission, in­ creased from five to seven members at the second read­ ing at the same meeting. Carl Johnson was ap­ pointed to one open position on that commission. Due to a recent resigna­ tion by Dick Driscoll, two openings on the board still remain. The amount of salary de­ termined for the fire chief was hoped to provide an in­ centive to keep the chief in Caledonia, in spite of areas where Bennett did not ex­ ceed the qualifications of some of the other candi­ dates. Bennett is currently pur­ suing training to be a fire of­ ficer and has completed the first course. Bennett has been certified at level' one and two as a fire fighter. A fire officer is classed within three levels. Bennett will direct the fire fighting responsibilities of the department with 24 peo­ ple on duty. Duties include budgeting and managing the department. Trustee Wally Bujak voted against the hire on the basis of selection as well as the amount of salary. The Search Committee had stated all applicants would serve well. Bujak was in fa­ vor of hiring from outside the department which he thought would help in reor­ ganizing the systems now in place. The township had asked for someone with a degree in fire administration, which one candidate had. while Bennett did not. The Search Committee had stated that candidate's ’’degree of edu­ cation may be a disadvan­ tage to the position at this time." Bujak said he had spent at least 40 hours carefully comparing their qualifica­ tions. experience, college background, training in pub| lie safety, etc. He felt Ben­ | | nett came out the weakest of the three candidates. He said a background in manage­ ment experience and administration was considered [ important for a fire chief. However, others thought Bennett had other qualities I I | Bujak had not considered, and was already doing an excellent job of bringing organizational improvements to the department, in spite of needing to improve in ad­ ministrate c and budgeting Brian Bennett skills. Bennett is highly re­ spected by firefighters under his leadership. Joe Hammer during the public comment period, ex­ pressed great confidence and trust in Bennett s experience, leadership and judgment in critical fire fighting situa­ tions. He has worked with Bennett for 10 years. Jason Robards said Ben­ nett works hard for the de­ partment to make a differ­ ence. He said Caledonia’s fire department is highly re­ spected by other depart­ ments and credited Bennett for that. He challenged Bujak for an opinion based on what was on paper, without having called the volunteer fire fighters who work with Bennett and support him. He said he wanted Bennett to be chief no matter what his salary. He suggested other fire fighters could step in and take up the slack on the budgeting and paperwork side. Clerk Pat Snyder supported Bennett’s appointment. saying he "has given an awful lot to the township, He has several great ideas to bring our fire department to the front. I think he will be an asset... and will do a good job" Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the Search Com­ mittee, which is made up of highly qualified and experi- enced individuals from out­ side the community, had unanimously agreed Bennett was the best choice. Harrison said administra- v \ 2 | j * £ j j | . j s * j J * tion is not the only impor­ tant criteria, but. "who is the best person to lead?" He said Bennett keeps people showing up and people returning safe. He pointed to the high camaraderie and morale within the department, and See fire chief, page 16 Boy scout Troop 105 of Middleville is having their 8th ANNUAL j POINSETTIA SALE Now in progress. Order yours today. Delivered early December. Plants are s8.00 each, come in 6" decorative pots. Make great gifts. , Sales help fund Boy Scouts activities. ~ Contact any Troop 105 member or call 795-7739 , “At Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise.” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? 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Ml November 12, 2002 Caledonia planners asked for Stoneridge compromise by Ruth Zacharj Staff Writer Stoneridge developers Jim Steketee and Den Hartigh. represented by builder Bob Deppe, attended the Caledonia Planning Com­ mission’s Nov. 4 meeting to request permission to build a Planned Unit Development (PUD) along M-37. The proposal brought on Sept. 9 by Steketee and Deppe asked for amending the general development plan from highway commer­ cial to high density residen­ tial, east of a highway com­ mercial band along M-37. This plan re-configured the original township master plan, changing the commer­ cial portion from 1.200 feet deep to about 300 feet in that area. The master plan amend­ ment was agreed to last month. The PUD request and site plan approval was post­ poned on Nov. 4 because of a change requested by the applicant over a detail in the legal document drafted by the township attorney. After a recommendation, the township board will still have to approve it. The pub­ lic hearing brought no pub­ lic comment. The combined high den­ sity residential and commer­ cial PUD will be constructed on a 49.56-acre parcel. The latest layout, meant to be a site plan review, was brought to the commission­ ers. mostly unchanged at the Nov. meeting. The develop­ ment as proposed would av­ erage 4.4 units per acre, with duplex and triplex units. Single women without children and older couples have been the usual buyers of these condos in Byron Center. The units do not typically attract families with children, Deppe said. Most units are one or two * HELP WANTED ★ V STYLIST/NAIL TECH NEEDED 6 * , X A Looking for experienced and energetic ladies who want to rent a chair in the Gun Lake area. Call Four Seasons Salon, (269) 792-2991. Ask for owner. bedrooms and are most suited to couples. Deppe said, less likely to impact the schools. The average cost of a unit is around SI25.000 in Byron Center. An unsettled issue may still arise over the density planned in the development. High density is generally de­ fined as 4 units per acre in the township, and that den­ sity is determined by the Planning Commission. The only exception is for mixed use. manufactured and mo­ bile home housing, which allows up to 6.2 units per acre. Higher densities are al­ ready allowed in some areas of the township, thus ex­ empting the township from providing such densities to all areas. Rezoning to allow greater density would also be dealt with in the future, but changing the master plan to allow high density residen­ tial in the area could set the stage for a future request to increase densities. Planner Dave Zylstra said in Sep­ tember. The Kent County Road Commission asked for a change in drive placement. There is a 75-foot wooded buffer on the east side of the residential area, Lighting and signage is still to be ad­ dressed. Commissioner Don Koopmans wanted assur­ ance the units would be CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 18. 2002, at 7:00 pm., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concern­ ing ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The pro­ posed amending ordinances are the following. 1 Private Streets Section 3.29 of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to private streets and driveways would oe amended in its entirely The revised Section 3.29 indudes provisions on private street approval and applications therefor; private street maintenance agreements; pro­ cedures tor private street approval by the Township; and requirements pertaining to the exten­ sion of existing private streets and the addition of dwellings or parcels of land along the length of existing private streets The provisions also include design and construction requirements for private streets and requirements for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of driveways serving multiple parcels of land 2 Flood Plain District Chapter X of the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to the F Flood Plan District, would be amended in part. The amendments include a minimum lot area and minimum lot width for non-farm uses of two acres and 200 feet, respectively, for parcels in the F District The provision stating that a dwelling shall not be located doser than 100 feet from any other dwelling, it either of them is located 100 feet or less from the edge of a stream or other water­ course would be deleted There are other minor revisions r the F District provisions 3 Adult Uses Section 16.5(a) of the Zoning Ordnance would be amended to specify regu­ lations tor sexually oriented business, formerly called adult uses The amended provisions include a requirement that a sexually oriented busness shall be located only n the HC Highway Commercial District or n the C-2 General Business Dotnct and that such a busness shall be permitted only as a special land use by the Planning Commission, after pubic hear­ ing and public notice A sexually onented busness may not be located wrthn 1,000 feet of another such busness. or withn 1.000 feet of a church or other house of worstep a park. play­ ground. school or agricultural or residential zonng district or any resxlentiai use There are other requirements relating to buddings, signage, outdoor bghbng, hours of operation inspec­ tion, ntenor structural requirements, conduct of employees toensng, appheabons tor approval, registration of employees reporting of violations and other matters al pertanmg to sexually onented businesses, as defined n the amending ordnance Other items and provi­ sions relating to such busnesses are nctoded Copies of the proposed amendng ordnances are on fito n the Townshp office and may be reviewed by interested persons dumg Township office hours Al interested persons may attend the pubic heanng and comment on toe proposed ordnances Written comments can be submitted to toe Townsfup office, at toe above-stated address, up to toe tvne of toe pubic heamg Dated October 24. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 314 maintained to a certain stan­ dard. An agreement for resi­ dents in the condo associa­ tion would require 10 per­ cent each month to be set aside as a fee for upkeep. The units would be made of brick, so upkeep applies to roofing and repaving. The developers wanted a change to a township stipu­ lation that an existing steel commercial building within the PUD would be torn down when 50 percent of the commercial property or some other configuration of the development was occu­ pied. which required a re­ draft of the document drawn up by the township attorney. Steketee wanted to be re­ leased from the commercial occupancy requirement, say- ing he never before "had a land use amendment with a rider on it. referring to a pre­ existing building." He said the building rep­ resented a considerable in­ vestment. originally valued at $985,000. and the value reduced to $725,000 after settling with the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion in 1999 w hen M-37 was widened. It would impose a hardship to have to tear it dow n. Steketee said. He asked instead for the option to either remove or remodel the building in the future. He said the look of thfc building could be im­ proved. If the condos sold well, he could look at the option of tearing it dow n, he said. Chairman Archie Warner said if the project was at 50 percent occupancy, he thought anyone wanting the lot for commercial use would want to remove it. In September.* the build­ ing on the property was be­ ing used by tenant busi­ nesses. Commissioners felt it was not suited for the fu­ ture uses planned for the property, and would be det­ rimental to the character of the development. Remodeling would be re­ lated to the rate of success of the project. Later. Steketee said he would agree to a threshold of 50 percent occupancy as a point at which he would remove the metal building. D&W project reluctantly approved by planners by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The D&W grocery com­ mercial location of Caledo­ nia Retail LLC, off M-37, was given approval on Nov. 4 by the Caledonia Planning Commission. The owner Dan Dykgraaf came with no changes made from the September prelimi­ nary site plan review when the planning commission said that many details needed to be cleared up. The fire chief had not approved the plan, although the report had been asked for previ­ ously. Dykgraaf said Township Engineer Randy Wilcox had said all conditions had been met for final approval, and "chose not to amend the plan." Commissioner Wally Bujak acknowledged the soil erosion permit and other permits had been provided, but said sedimentation prob­ lems from Jasonville contin­ ued and was not convinced this project would not con­ tribute to the situation. Bujak asked if the town­ ship engineer had a check list for applicants and for commissioners to look at to determine all criteria had been met. The Kent County model Storm Water Ordinance has not yet been adopted by Caledonia Township, and has stricter standards than currently allowed. An an­ nual survey of storm water drainage plans in that ordi­ nance would require effec­ tiveness of all systems. Bu­ jak wanted the developer to try to be sure he was in com­ pliance with those standards. Commissioner Don Koopmans said he was in support of Bujak's position. He said the township engi­ neer looks only at the reten­ tion site, and did not believe he had looked at the actual impacts on erosion down­ stream. He said many of the points made in the previous matter had not been ad­ dressed. and this request was premature. Dykgraaf said he was a developer in Michigan. Indi ana and Florida. He said other agencies have over­ sight over the matters the commission had referred to. He said the site met the pre­ sent requirements, but not future ones which may or may not be passed. Dykgraaf said he under­ stood the township had problems with Jasonville Farms, "but we're not Jason­ ville Farms. "We exceed the standards of state and local require­ ments. Detailed plans arc rcSee D&W project, pg. 13 MEDICAL ASSISTANT/NURSE Busy Physician’s office is looking for a responsible person to work part-time. Please send resume: Ad #148 c/o The Reminder P.O Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE 13 HEREBY GIVEN that on November 18, 2002 at 7 00 p m the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia wdi hold a pubic hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hal. 250 South Maple Street Caledonia Michigan concerning the applica­ tion of Walter N Bujak for a special land use so as to permit the construction and use of a six hun­ dred and forty (640) square foot accessory buying on a parcel of land in a R-2, Medium Density Stogie Famiy District said lands being commonly described as 6639 Thornapple River Dove and legacy desertoed as PAR r OF SW 1/4 COM AT SW COR OF SEC TH N 89D 53M 27$ E ALONG S SEC LINE 1940 .40 FT TH N 00 OOM 00S PAR WITH W SEC LINE 876 45 FT TO BEG OF THIS DESC - TH S 89D 53M 27S W 116 0 FT TH N OO OOM OOS 286 24 FT TO CL OF THORNAPPLE RIVER DR /66 FT WIDE/TH SELY ALONG CL OF SD DR 120 FT MA. TO A LINE BEARING N 00 OOM OOS FROM BEG TH S OO OOM OOS 257 52 FT TO BEG* SEC 3 T5N R10W 0 74 A Al interested persons may attend the pubbe heanng and comment upon toe proposed special land use Written comments may be submitted to the Township office at the above-stated address, up to toe time of toe pubic heanng Dated November 12, 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 318 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 12. 2002/Page 13 D&W project, continued from page 12 viewed by each of the agen­ cies. We can't submit con­ struction plans prior to get­ ting approval. We can t work that way." He and the engineer had decided not to make any changes to the original plan. Koopmans said there were problems of washouts coming into the river. Dykgraaf said "we haven't done anything there yet," ex­ plaining his company was not responsible for that. He said they would build check dams and ponds to prevent erosion. Koopmans said the con­ struction will cause more runoff into the river. "It’s our duty to protect township resources. Because everybody wants to come in and develop doesn't mean we automatically have to go along with whatever meth­ ods arc accepted out there. We want to work with the owner to try to protect the township residents and the river," he said. Dy kgraaf said he wants to "be a good neighbor and to meet and exceed your local requirements." Then he added, referring to a hole, erosion fences and check dams up there now on Ja­ sonville farms (downgrade from the site), “to me. them guys absolutely made a dis­ aster of that whole lot. I can't imagine us building re­ tention ponds and check dams with the proper over­ sight with the engineers we have hired...” He said the open fields of dirt had been brought by Jasonville, and insisted he had done nothing wrong. Koopmans said the com­ missioners had made com­ ments and requests last time of the builder's engineer, but there were no answers to the questions "We are asking you to guarantee the erosion will be no worse than exists now." Dykgraaf said he should not be required to build a pond larger than needed to retain his w ater. Bujak said public aware­ ness was needed. He said the developer was coming into a situation the commis­ sioners need to address, and "see that it doesn't get worse." He said he was pleased to have the ongoing dialog. Bujack said he would re­ luctantly give approval. He said giving approval to situations that need fixing and then later charging the residents with a special as­ sessment to stop the drain­ age problems was crazy. The other commissioners also voted to approve the project. Checking in with the Caledonia School District by Cathy L> Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia School District is proud to be par­ ticipating in several upcom­ ing events and programs in­ volving students and alumni. Internet Career Guidance Caledonia is one of 100 schools in the nation that is participating in an interac­ tive career and educational planning program called Eguidance Center. The Inter­ net program allows immedi­ ate access to information on over 850 careers, financial aid. and secondary options. Students and parents can check out. the E-guidance Center at www.eguidance.com. For more information about the program call Caledonia High School Student Serv­ ices at 891-0214. CHS hosting MHSAA State Track and Field finals Caledonia High School will be hosting the Michigan High School Athletic Asso- Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Swimming Nyland finished fourth in the 200 meter Individual Medley, and took first place in the 100 meter Breast stroke in the Trojan girls' first victory of the season, an 8481 victory over Godwin-Kelloggsville. The Lynn Denton Agency 4*95 Middleville Rd. Ill N. Main St *3T Mkktteville. Ml Nashville, Ml 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE VB FARM BUREAU Ki INSURANCE ciation (MHSAA) State Track and Field D2 finals on Saturday, May 31. 2003. “Our hats are off to Ath­ letic Director Dave Price and others for this ambitious undertaking.” said Superin­ tendent Doug Busman. “With its strong tradition in track, we are excited about hosting an event like this in Caledonia.” Alumni Career Fair The annual Alumni Ca­ reer Fair is being held Nov. 26 at 6:45 p.m. The commu­ nity is invited to come and listen to stories of how CHS graduates have arrived in the careers they are currently enjoying. For information concern­ ing these and other district news contact the administra­ tion building at 891-8185. AA & AL-ANON Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon. 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. to" the voters OF THE V SECOND DISTRICT: -R Thank you for voting and for your support. James French S Second District Commissioner M Paid for by French for Commission^ 171 Hunters Trail Ct. 1J Dykgraaf was not present at the September meeting and had been represented by Don Charlotte, manager of the construction firm. Jim Milanowski. the engineer for the D&W project also represented the chain. Two companies. Super Value and Space Source had pur­ chased the commercial prop­ erty from Jasonville Farms PUD. where D&W will be located. In September. Chairman Archie Warner wanted to ta­ ble the request for more time to have a consultant review the check list point by point to be sure all the parts of the process were covered and all major issues had been ad­ dressed and to save time. If the commission reviews each point, it may take longer than the applicants wanted. Warner mentioned items like safety, erosion, fire, utilities, and lighting. Bujak said that if the township engineer approved this, he would challenge him on this matter and "to show that these check dams are working and that this devel­ opment is not going to in­ crease the problems cur­ rently going on here." "Just because someone designed a system, and it is in place, and someone re­ viewed it, it doesn’t mean the system designed then is currently working. These systems are not working," Bujak said, "Its a very seri­ ous matter." Commissioner Ric Parent moved to table the matter and to review a check list later during a work session. This was agreed to by the commission. Warner said the site plan review commit­ tee would look at the request which might require a con­ sultant's opinion. Obtaining more documentation, such as from the fire chief might speed up the process, they told the builder's engineer in September. Commissioner Duane Gunnink. later in the meet­ ing. pointed to another site plan presented which showed the elevations of a detention area. He said he would like to sec such stan­ dards met on all drawings presented. He said detention with drainage in the bottom really did not filter out the sedi­ ment. He said an area with the outlet higher up did trap sediment, requiring mainte­ nance every few years, but did the job it was designed for. Later at the November meeting. Koopmans again said a check list was needed so the commissioners could go through it point by point and discuss it with appli­ cants. Earlier this year, he brought a model list, still to be discussed and tailored by the commissioners for use in Caledonia. MAINTENANCE POSITIONS Thomapple Manor, the Barry County owned skilled nursing facility, is looking to fill the following positions: Semi-skilled position; Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have a minimum of two years operational experience in institutional or commercial HVAC systems, food service and related refrigeration equipment, and a working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems maintenance. Skilled position: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a two-year technical degree in HVAC-R. electrical, or plumbing maintenance or 5-7 concurrent years of documented work experience in any of the aforementioned trades. Must possess a 4th class or greater N.I.U.L RE. boiler operators certification or become certified within 5 months of accepting this posi­ tion. The qualified candidate will have 5-7 years experi­ ence in this type of position, and must bo computer lit­ erate Job descriptions and qualifications are available upon request Wages based upon experience Excellent ben­ efits and working conditions. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check and drug screen Please submit resume or apply to: Human Resource Department Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road • Hastings, Ml 49058 EOE ^lornapplc �Page 14/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml'November 12, 2002 Planning Commission again has 7 members by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Appointments dominated Caledonia Township Board business Nov. 6, when the board appointed numerous candidates to a variety of positions and boards. The Planning Commis­ sion has recently lost two planning commissioners. Mike Mercier, who left to go to a new job in another community, and John Finkbeiner. who felt the job de­ manded more time than he could give. The Zoning Board of Ap­ peals position, which Finkbeiner held will be filled by Mike Dunn, a former town­ ship trustee who has previ­ fyews Auto Etodq Collision Repair Specialists 949-2640 * 5100 Patterson SE South of the Airport ously served on the ZBA. Ed Fischer was re-appointed to continue m the position on that board, which he has held for many years. Lam VanLaar was ap­ pointed to fill the position left by Finkbeiner. and Matt Mahacek will serve in the post vacated by Mercier. Mahacek is an independ­ ent investment broker in Cascade and has been in that profession for 13 years. He said although he does not have a lot of background in the planning area, he is "a quick study. "1 think I will bring a lot of integrity to the planning commission." Mahacek said. "I want to make a difference by being proactive in the growth of the community. I appreciate the considera­ tion." He has been active with resident planning commit­ tees in his area. He did not seek the posi­ tion. but was approached by Supervisor Bryan Harrison to fill it after Harrison had spoken with him because he lives near property which Kentwood mining operation would like to use as a min­ ing site. In talking with him, Harrison said he learned Mahacek watches all the township meetings on TV, including the planning com­ mission meetings, and seemed unusually aware of what is going on with many Matt Mahacek Lani VanLaar issues. He is aware he would have to excuse himself when that neighboring mining site issue comes up in the future. VanLaar said she grew up in Caledonia. She is married with five children and is cur­ rently "a full time mom." She learned about the po­ sition on the planning com­ mission from Mike Mercier, a neighbor and friend. Her background is in Bi­ ble studies and music, but she says she loves people, loves the community, and is motivated to be of service. She said her faith entered into her decision to fill the position. She said she is very eager, and has been reading the background materials, zon­ ing ordinances, etc. Vanl^aar said she does not expect to get bored and knows she has a lot to learn. The Cable TV Oversight Committee will include Kerry DeWitt, Tom Apol, Tom Kaechele. and Brandon Seadorf. A fifth member re­ mains to be appointed. DeWitt said the high school football games were being taped, and it was hoped they could get them on the programming soon. He mentioned scheduling conflicts, but working with the schools and other community organizations was a goal. He worked with Ken Gackler in the past. Tom Apol said a connec­ tion to the school program­ ming equipment is needed, so the Caledonia games can be seen on the station, lo­ cally. "We offered the schools a line feed during certain hours of the day, with our present equipment. The school would need to run a cable to the Township Hall." he said. Apol said there was not a true scheduling con­ flict it the video information could be made available. Topics can be shown at dif­ ferent or delayed times, al­ though live programming is less likely. Two committees, the Pub­ lic Grounds Committee, and the Facilities Committee were rescinded. Supervisor Harrison said it seemed more suitable for himself and the board members to be more directly involved in these decisions. He thanked the Facilities Committee members for the advisory service they had performed in the past, especially re­ garding Alaska Hall. The board hired Elaine Veltman to the position of administrative assistant. Five applicants applied. Veltman. who has hud ex­ tensive experience at Ken­ twood Schools w as made an offer which she accepted. Harrison said she was rec­ ommended by the search committee at the top level of the classification scale, at the salary range amount for that class. In other business, the board approved a change in compensation for accumu­ lated vacation time. Previ­ ously. personal leave up to 40 hours could accrue, and up to 20 hours of vacation lime could be built up, but if unused the employee would lose the time earned, causing some people to take days off so they would not lose the earned days. The change would mean they could be compensated monetarily for 100 percent of the value of the extra vacation time earned. This would not ap­ ply to personal leave days, which are meant to create a buffer for possible disability leave. Clerk Pat Snyder reported the election process went smoothly. Caledonia had a 67 percent turnout. TH Community Ed offers fall classes The Thornapple Kellogg Community Education of­ fice has the answer to fall boredom. “Classes offered this fall include snowmobile safety, aqua kickboxing, ka­ rate and self-defense, kick­ boxing for fitness and step aerobics. Those itching to create the perfect holiday newslet­ ter can attend the holiday newsletter computer class. There will be a creative memories scrap booking class and one on marathon cooking. The popular investments class returns this fall. Details of these classes were printed in the school newsletter, "The Key” mailed to residents of the school district. Anyone who needs more information should call 795-3397. Private Roads, Parking Lots, Residential Driveways SouthA Kent/Asphalt Paving Office 616-877-4435 4518 Division Wayland, Ml 49348 Time Home Buyers Seminar Free 90 minute class answers all your questions about home ownership. ■ What are the advantages of owning over renting? ■ How much will you need for a down payment? ■ How much do you qualify for? ■ How to get the best mortgage rate and pay little or nothing at dosing. Ca/adk ■ How to avoid the most costly mistakes in purchasing a new home. Call: 800-777-3372 x 7021 for more information and to register. Seating is limited♦ First 5 people to register will win a free turkey. Sponsored by RDC Builders to Grand ftopids F Where: Meadows Clubhouse 84th to Cherry Valley to Jasonville Blvd. When: Thursday, 11/21/02 6 - 8pm Get a FREE Credit Report On-Site �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml. November 12. 2002/Page 15 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice November 6, 2002 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:00 pm Present Harrison. Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata Bupk, Rob ertson, and Stauffer Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was led by Supervi­ sor Harnson CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA: Moved Harnson. second CardweH to add item 10 A1 - Administrative Assistant Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Moved Harrison, second Snyder to add item 10 J Vacation Policy Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: None APPROVAL OF THE CON­ SENT AGENDA: Moved Sny­ der, second Stauffer to approve the consent agenda Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF: Clerk Snyder commented on 60% turnout at election and thanked all workers She also thanked Blimp*? s for helping with the lunch for all workers CORRESPONDENCE: None ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIS­ TANT: Moved Harnson. second Bujak to appoint Elaine Veltman as the Administrative Assistant Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT OF FIRE CHIEF: Bennett discussed the 361 calls for the year, which is above last year s total We are increasing by about 25 to 30% The new fire fighters are in their 5th week o( school He also dis­ cussed a training exercise on Saturday with Middleville and several other departments Mov­ ed Harrison, second Stauffer to appoint Brian Bennett as the Fire Chief Bujak discussed his concerns with hmng Bennett Snyder o scussed her strong support of Bennett Harnson dis­ cussed his support of Benner Robertson discussed the job description, on call runs, and the pay Robertson is in support of Bennett however, he is not in support of the salary Bravata discussed his strong support of Bennett Jason Robards of 8004 Patterson discussed the hmng of Bennett Joe Hammer discussed support of Bennett. Ayes: Har nson Snyder. Cardwell Brav­ ata. and Stauffer Nay: Bujak and Robertson MOTION CAR­ RIED APPOINTMENT - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS: Moved Harnson. second Snyder to appoint Mike Dunn to the Zoning Board of Appeals Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Moved Harnson, second Snyder to reappoint Ed Fischer to the Zoning Board of Appeals Ayes: AH MOTION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT - PLAN­ NING COMMISSIONERS: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to appoint Matt Mahacek to the Planning Commission Matt introduced himself and dis­ cussed his appointment Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. Lani introduced herself and dis­ cussed her appointment Moved Harnson. second Bujak to appoint Lam VanLaar to the Planning Commission. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT OF MEM­ BERS OF OVERSIGHT COM­ MITTEE FOR CABLE TV.: Moved Stauffer, second Snyder to appoint Kerry DeWitt. Tom Apol. Tom Kaechele. and Brandon Seadorf to the Oversight committee for Cable TV Ayes All MOTION CAR­ RIED. Kerry DeWitt discussed showing high school sports on the cable channel Tom Apol dis cussed the showing of tapes and scheduling RESCIND PUBLIC GROUNDS COMMITTEE — RESOLUTION: Moved Har­ rison. second Bravata to adopt a resolution to abolish the Township Public Grounds Advisory Committee Ayes: AB. MOTION CARRIED. RESCIND FACILITIES COM­ MITTEE RESOLUTION: Harnson and Bujak thanked this committee for their help with the Alaska Hall Moved Harrison, second Bravata to adopt a reso­ lution to abolish the Township Faculties Advisory Committee. Ayes AH MOTION CARRIED. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISO­ RY COMMITTEE - 2ND READ­ ING: Moved Harrison, second CardweH to adopt an ordinance to amend ordinance number 925 Roll call vote Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT - PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMIT­ TEE: Moved Harnson. second Stauffer to appoint Carl Johnson to the Public Safety Advisory Committee Ayes AM MOTION CARRIED. Dick Driscoll resigned and Bravata thanked him for his years of service MTA ANNUAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE - DISCUS­ SION: Harnson discussed the conference and it s location. He encouraged all members to attend, but did ask that members get approval Snyder Harnson. and Bravata will be attending TOWNSHIP VACATION POLICY: Discussion was held regarding the vacation policy Moved Harrison. second Bravata to allow employees to be able to cash in vacation time for 100% pay in the last 60 days of the fiscal year Ayes: Harnson. Snyder. Bravata, Bujak, Robertson and Stauffer Nay Cardwell BOARD COMMENTS: Bujak East welcomed Bennett. Robertson discussed the fire department budget and the millage Bravata discussed expenditures Snyder discussed the fire department millage PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): None ADJOURNMENT: Moved Cardwell, second Bujak to adjourn Ayes: AH. MOTION CARRIED. Patnda Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk TK PTO to meet Nov. 20 The Thornapple Kellogg the delivery of fund raiser PTO will meet at 7 p.m. on items. Delivery of the fall fund­ Wednesday. Nov. 20. in the all-purpose room at Page raiser items was originally scheduled for Nov. 8. The Elementary School. The meeting is open to PTO hopes to know when parents of students in grades delivery will be rescheduled K-8. Childcare will be pro­ by the Midland fund raising vided by the PTO at no company. For more information charge to parents. The agenda includes a discussion about PTO activities, con­ of how the west coast long tact the individual schools. shoreman strike has affected | Free Leather On | | All Buick Models| 1 AND... *2,000 Rebates GM employees andfamily members receive $250 Rebate Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 616-945-2425 1-600-235-2425 W JM W .V L»J Homes Town Middleville’s Newest Townhouse Community. 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Harrison said he believed the management side would be met. but was confident Bennett "would not make mistakes out in the field where it is important." He said under his leadership, the department training was rated as very strong, and would be fully professional. Bujak thought, at the least. Bennett should be of­ fered a salary at the entry level, at around $36,000. with six steps possible. He said Bennett would be earn­ ing around $50,000 a year with the per call rate for ex­ tra time added to his salary, an amount not presently budgeted. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said he respected the se­ lection of Bennett as chief, but would not vote in favor of the salary offered. He questioned the salary amount, which he said was over budget and the town­ ship could not afford. He also said the Search Com­ mittee did not recommend the salary. He said typically fire chiefs do not get extra run pay. He questioned the addi­ tional on call rate to be given to Bennett. He compared the fire chief salaries of several communities in the area, which was narrowed to eight because full time chiefs are rare. Only four chiefs in Kent County are full time. Those salaries ranged from $38,000 to 42.000 for de­ partments larger than Cale­ donia's. with as many as 45 people and 1.000 calls per year. One chief makes $38,600, he said. He pointed out Plainfield has 2.000 calls per year compared to less than one fourth that many in Caledonia. Robertson said Caledonia has a two-mill fire and safety millage, which is the third highest in the county after Plainfield and Cascade townships, and his objection was not based on what the service was worth, but on what the community could afford. Snyder challenged Rob­ ertson's information, point­ ing out that many other townships have safety and fire expenses which come from their general fund and did not have a millage to support a fire department, but they still supported these expenses from other funds. She said Caledonia paid for other things from its general fund. She said for a number of years the fire department fell behind with depreciated equipment. She said the mil­ lage had brought the depart- HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pin Sat. 8am>2pin; Sun.9ani-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 11 ment back up. Robertson said the emer­ gency services budget was four times what it had been a few years before, and half of it would be more than most other townships. He mentioned other items like a library and a YMCA which residents want, and asked board members to remember that. Bravata who is on the fire commission, supported both the selection of Bennett and the salary offered. "I don't think this is nearly enough money." he said. Bravata compared the manager's salary with this one, and said this job was just as important. He said Bill Thorton, treasurer of the State Fire Chiefs Association and con­ sultant for the local depart­ ment, recommended Ben­ nett. Bravata argued that the board blesses zoning ordi­ nances that cost money, and approves things without thought, all the time, that "feel good" like storm water and environmental ordi­ nances. which also cost money He said a lot of people had taken a lot of time to ar­ rive at this decision. He con­ cluded the residents ap­ proved the fire and safety millage, showing, "we want to spend that money for these services." “But. these guys put their life on the line," Bravata said. "These guys are profes­ sionals and do a good job, and I am honored to vote yes." Others challenged that the millage was an expression of wanting to spend money. Robertson said he thought "the public wants us to spend this money wisely." Caution was expressed by Bujak, saying that the mil­ At Your Service! lage would not necessarily be guaranteed, and could be voted down in the future. Bennett's appointment was approved in a 5-2 vote. Earlier. Bennett had just returned from a kitchen fire call, and came into the meet­ ing barefoot to make his re­ port. The department had a very busy week recently with 15 emergency and fire calls in 12 days. This re­ quired about 50 hours extra, above their normal hours, meaning 80 to 90 hours was required from the fire fight­ ers. Last Saturday, the Cale­ donia fire department planned to participate in a three to four- hour training exercise in Thornapple Township with about five other fire departments. The old mill was to be burned downtown. Fire fighters planned to work off hy­ drants and the river. "It will be excellent train­ ing for every body." he said. In the mill fire in down­ town Caledonia recently, where there were no hy­ drants. the department was able to maintain 930 gallons per minute. This was accom­ plished with the tanker shut­ tle program. The aerial truck was used, which allow ed ap­ plication of water, which helped cool it down, mini­ mizing the spread of the fire. "That was a good test." he said. Bennett said the depart­ ment is. at this point of the year, at 361 calls and esti­ mated to end at around 430 total calls for the year, re­ flecting an increase of about 25 to 30 percent each quar­ ter. "This is the busiest year yet," he explained. The recently hired new fire fighters are in their fifth week of school. They are re­ quired to put in about 250 hours to finish. Currently they spend eight hours on Saturdays plus meeting one night a week to do home­ work. Bravata said the depart­ ment has applied for a grant, which would help with training, fire alarms, tire safety education, targeting seniors and youth. He said they have not been elimi­ nated. and may yet receive the grant. Bennett said Thornapple Township Fire Department received a grant for a train­ ing facility for a flashover simulator. "They are teaching us as instructors to operate it. It simulates a flashover house fire where house tempera­ tures exceed 1.200 degrees." he said. Planners ask: Can village be friendly to pedestrians? by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The sidewalk issue is still a thorny one for the mem­ bers of the Village of Mid­ dleville planning commis­ sion and the route to becom­ ing a “pedestrian friendly community” has hit a few bumps and delays. Catherine Beyer, who chaired a committee which created a draft sidewalk or­ dinance, reviewed the provi­ sions of the ordinance. These include sidewalks five feet wide and four inches thick with one foot rights of way on each side, alternative paved pathways offered to developers who might want to create paths at the back of their property, and sidewalks will be re­ quired in large parking lots. The provision which caused the most discussion was the requirement that homeowners must install a sidewalk if they make an ad­ dition to their homes. Roselle Havens, a resident of Arthur Court which does not have sidewalks was con­ cerned about losing prop­ erty. Others on the commission were concerned about the cost to the homeowner. Beyer told her colleagues on the commission that part of the goal was to make the vil lage “pedestrian friendly” while being equitable. Cheryl Myers suggested that the village set a plan to install sidewalks in the same way as they pave for road resurfacing and set priori­ ties. Charles Pullen was con­ cerned that the ordinance as written would not win ap­ proval from the council with the mandatory provision in­ cluded. The draft ordinance was tabled with the goal of hav­ ing the sidewalk committee of the planning commission meet with the members of the village council’s ordi­ nance committee to review it again. In other business the com­ mission approved the rezon­ ing of 418 South Broadway (M-37) from the R-2 resi­ dential to commercial. David Ordway and his brothers plan to develop the lot into a pizza shop and of­ fice space. This rezoning now goes to the full council for approval. The board also approved the road portion of Phase 1 of the Towne Center devel­ opment. This will allow Towne Center Drive to meet with a road in the Rolling Oaks development to the west. Phase 2 was also ap proved which is a single family residential area. There was a discussion of drainage on the property and that the village will make sure that all the proper ap­ provals and requirements will be met. The next meeting of the Village of Middleville Plan­ ning Commission is on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall. 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Ml November 12. 2002/Page 17 Community seniors group meets Nov. 19 Singer-Songwriter to perform Nov. 22 The next meeting of the Community Seniors Group, based at Redeemer Cove­ nant Church in Dutton, will be Tuesday. Nov. 19. Senior citizens are invited to meet at the church at 10 a.m. to travel as a group to Degage Ministries in the Heartside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids. Those attend­ ing will be served a lunch while learning more about the ministry of Degage. All area seniors are in­ vited to meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Dec. 17. in the fel­ lowship hall at Redeemer Covenant Church for a pro­ gram of sharing Christmas memories, singing carols Noah Wenger is MSU graduate and enjoying a holiday luncheon. There is no charge for ei­ ther of these events, but do­ nations are welcome to cover the cost of the meals. Redeemer Covenant Church is located at 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue SE, just south of 68th Street in Dut­ ton. The seniors’ group meets on the lower level (use the back parking lot), and ample parking is avail­ able. The church is handicap accessible. For more information, please call the church at 698-8001. or program coor­ dinator Arv Anderson at 698-9547. ______ Caledonia singer song­ writer Dorothy Cooley will be the featured entertain­ ment from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Friday. Nov. 22, at the Es­ sential Bean coffee house. 8980 N. Rodgers Court, on M-37. Cooley is an active mem­ ber of the Nashville Song­ writers Association Interna­ tional and currently holds clinics on the art of song­ writing. “I believe we all have sto­ ries to tell.” she says. “Some express it on canvas, while others express it in the writ­ ten word and marry it to mu­ sic.*’ Though Cooley currently writes folk country- based songs, her musical upbring­ ing has had its roots in study of classical and jazz styles. She can be seen regu­ larly at the Songwriters Showcase every second Wednesday of every month at Schuler's Books and Mu­ sic in Grand Rapids. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 500 bulbs planted Students enjoyed getting “not too dirty" as they planted bulbs near the McFall Elementary sign. Fri­ day was a great day to garden in the sunshine. Kindergarten teacher Stephen Seward shows his students to plant their bulbs Noah Wenger graduated this past summer from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in crop and soil conservation. He finished his summer semester in a study abroad agricultural program in Australia and New Zealand. Wenger is a 1998 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING. INC. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) the twn rivals met up for the second time this season. “We aren’t the best of friends when it comes to sports,” said Caledonia coach Angie Stauffer. With what was probably the biggest crowd in Caledo­ nia’s gym to see a girls’ bas­ ketball game in a while the Scots fell behind by nine points at the end of the first quarter before clawing their way back into the ball game with good defense, and a steady offense that slowly moved the ball up against the Sailors pressure then got the ball to Slot and let her do WOL-JO Service Tip of trie Week! | ready for winter? • Are you Kendall Tolan $1 fl Stop in for a FREE Winter inspection! FREE JOHNNY BENSON POSTER WITH OIL CHANGE | jp Coolant Flush Expires ////<W2 Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 on site at NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED! jOESi "SFTTWV THE PACE Ifa/VD/fne h, h „ - * ___ ■ Mindy Bode puts in her two points of the night to inch Caledonia closer to the upset. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 16 of her game high 25 points in the second half, to go along with 10 rebounds. In a timeout with 4:07 left to play, trailing by one. Stauffer told her players, “This is what we’ve been waiting for all year. This game.’’ Her Scots made the Julie Slot (32) gets most of it bumped on her way to the In the final three minutes basket, but her two ensu­ the Scots battled for offen­ ing free throws would sive rebounds to get their fi­ time the contest at 30-30. nal lead. Amanda Jandahl (Photo by Brett Bremer) pulled down an offensive re­ bound with the Scots still down two. Her put back at­ her thing. Slot’s “thing”, as it has tempt was not good, but Slot been all season, was to beat got that loose ball and hit a her opponent off the dribble, short jumper with a hand in then light up the scoreboard her face to tie the game at by gliding in for a layup, or 44. Jandahl scored seven knocking down a couple of points in the game. Freshmen guard Cari free throws. A pair of Slot free throws Butcher stepped to the free throw line with just under tied the game up three min­ utes into the third quarter, two minutes left to play and knocked down two big shots 30 all. From there Slot scored the Scots next 10 to put the Scots up 46-44, and give Caledonia the last points as the two teams went points it would need. back and forth. Slot scored South pulled within one hitting the back end of a two shot penally, but going the other way for the Scots. Slot again pulled down an offen­ sive rebound and put it back in. The one for two free throw shooting plagued South all night. It only con­ nected on IB of its 34 free throw attempts. Free throw shooting hurt Caledonia in a few previous games, and Stauffer wouldn’t let it happen against South. After the game she said her girls were running suicides on Friday to help inspire their free throw shooting, and on Monday they went 12 for 12. Slot shot 9 of 11 from the stripe. The win pushed Caledo­ nia’s season record to 12-4, 9-4 in the league, but after the hugs and the fans pour­ ing onto the court, the Scots Continued next page BRING THIS AD IN FOR SSOO DISCOUNT 16,995 *13,995 98 Pont. Grand Am CT J 2002 Chevy 1/2 Ton i Silverado LS 1 ! 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Caledonia led 21-18 head­ ing into the final quarter, but Unity stepped up its defense and held the Scots to only two points in the final quar­ ter, while pouring in 15 of their own in the 33-23 Unity victory. Slot led the Scots with seven points. Both Slot and Shelby King pulled down 6 boards. Caledonia’s final two games of the regular season arc this week, Tuesday Nov. 12 at Wyoming Park, then Thursday Nov. 14 at Kenowa Hills, after Caledonia faced off against Grand Rapids Catholic Central on Monday Nov. 11. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with the gym available for basketball, vol­ leyball and other fun games. The cafeteria will have a board game area, video area with a place to rest, a craft area and other activities. There will be a $1 per per­ son charge with a $5 charge per family. The pool will be open from 8 to 9 p.m. as well. Children need to be ac­ companied by at least one adult to participate in Fam­ ily Fun Night. TAPRC pro­ gram director Mike Bremer says, “this might be a way for one parent to take care of holiday necessities while the other has fun with the chil­ dren at Family Fun Night." Bremer is still looking for volunteers to staff the gym and cafeteria areas. For more information call him at 795-8853. Future family fun nights Breastfeeding or thinking about breastfeeding? Come and join Le Ixxhc Ixague at its November meeting in the Yankee Springs Area. La Ixche League offers support, information, and encouragement for breast­ feeding mothers. The group has a lending library with books on childbirth, breast­ feeding. child development and nutrition. If you are breastfeeding or pregnant and thinking of breastfeed­ ing the group welcomes you to come to its informal meet­ ings. All babies and toddlers are welcome. This month’s topic will be “The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficulties.” This month’s meeting will be Thursday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. at 1546 Payne Lake Road For directions, call 616-795-7021. For informa­ tion on breastfeeding, call Kathy at 517-726-1264. Adult Basketball The Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Com­ mission has opened the McFall Gym for adult bas­ ketball on Wednesday nights through March. The gym is open from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. with a $1 charge per person per week for open gym basketball par­ ticipation. TAPRC director Mike Bremer says. “If there is enough interest and partici­ pation a league could be es­ tablished next winter. Call him at 795-8853 for more information. Co-ed volleyball is al­ ready filling the TK middle school gym on Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. Automotive Business Sen ices 1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRI­ GUE: low mileage, V-6. 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Ml/November 12, 2002 TK girls playing better ball at right time % St. Rose Christina* Bazaar cSA tinier ^Wondertand & * * $ •J £ Join us for dinner, music, shopping ah<T * fellowship! Open to the public in the church basement. Friday, December 6. 3:30-9:00 p.m. A spaghetti dinner will be served from $ 4:30-7:00 p.m. Adults: $5; Children: $3; Family Rate: $20. Saturday, December 7. 9:00 a m -noon Cinnamon rolls, coffee and juice will be sold ** The Trojans' varsity girls' basketball team enters this week with a 3-15 mark after dropping two hard fought battles in the O-K Blue last week Twice last week the Tro­ jans played a good game against teams in the top of the league, and had chances to win down the stretch. TK trailed Calvin Chris­ tian last Friday by only three points late in the fourth quarter, mainly on the strength of their best per­ formance of the season from the free throw line. The Tro­ jans knocked down 17 of 20 foul shots in the contest. Eventually, however. Cal­ vin Christian pulled farther ahead, winning 55-49. Stacy Vander W'erp helped keep the Trojans close in the first half, scor­ ing nine of her 11 points in the first, but TK still trailed by nine at halftime. TK coach Marcy Uyl said that her Trojans came out a little frazzled in the first half, but they finally settled down against the Squires press. Vander Werp was also a factor in helping contain Christian’s Nikki Wustman. Uyl said that Vander Werp and the TK defense made Wustman work hard to get BIRD FEED TRUCKLOAD SALE STOCK UP FOR THE WINTER! Bring in this complete form for an extra 2% OFF sale prices. 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SMALLER QUANTITir .GHTLY HIGHER : 22 tough points in the con­ test to lead the Squires. Senior Ryan Lavich got a start for the Trojans and was part of TK’s strong night from the foul line. Lavich knocked down seven of eight free throws in the final quarter, which she earned by attacking the basket. Lavich also pulled down eight re­ bounds and had five steals. She finished the night with nine points. Megan Dutcher led the Trojans with 15 points, and pulled down nine boards Tuesday Nov. 5 against Coopersville who blew out the Trojans by 19 the teams met this year. TK had their chances late, but couldn't get the final bucket in the closing minute. Uyl said that the Trojans' defense kept them in the game, and they took care of the basketball better than they have all season. TK fin­ ished the night with only 14 turnovers. Trailing by one with un­ der a minute to play the Tro­ jans got four shots to take the lead, but had to keep pulling down offensive re­ bounds when the shots didn't fall. Finally the Broncos got their hands on the basket­ ball. and TK was forced to follow. Coopersville stretched the final score to 51-45. Dutcher led the Trojans with 12 points, followed by Whitney Robertson's 10. Sophomore Ashley Aspinall scored nine points, and freshman Jessica Flaska pulled down eight boards to go along with eight points. The Trojans have two very winnable games this week before beginning dis­ trict play next week in Hast­ ings. This Tuesday, Nov. 12 TK hosts Rogers in the final home game of the year for the Trojans. The first time the two teams went head to head, Rogers came away with a 1 point victory. TK’s lone conference win came the first time they played Godwin Heights. The Trojans and the Wolverines meet up in the final game of the regular season on Thurs­ day Nov. 14 at Godwin. Trojan swimmers get first win The Trojan varsity girls' swim team edged the Godwm-Kelloggsville team 8481 to get their first victory of the new era of TK swim­ ming. “The swim team was very excited about this win. It has helped bood the confidence of this team." said coach Pete Beaudoin. “We have come so close to winning some meets but just fell short. For having so many hurdles to over come shows the courage, pride and desin these young ladies have to compete." TK swimmers finished 2nd. 3rd and 5th in the 206medley relay. Chelesy Strumberger. Ni­ cole Crisher and Emily Granger finished 2nd. 4th and 5th in the 200 free. Megan McGillicuddy fin­ ished 1st and Emily Nyland* and Leah Vanllouten tied for 4th in the 200 IM. Gina Nicmchick. Sunday Matousek and Rachel Slcorts finished 1st. 3rd and 5th in the 50 free. Sarah Wolf finished 3rd in the 1(M) fly. Strumbcrger and Jessica Stark finished 2nd and 3rd in the 10(1 Im Karla Mellen finished 3rd in the 500 free. TK 200 free relay teams finished 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Tessa Kamp, Alison Sager and LaVire finished 2nd, 3rd and 5th in the 100 back. Nyland, Taylor Scnsiba and Stark finished 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the 100-brcast stroke. The 400 free relay teams finished 1st, 2nd and 4th. “Everyday and every meet there is so much im­ provement. These young la­ dies arc the foundation for the future of TK swim pro­ gram,” says Beaudoin Thanksgiving Holiday Deadlines Jh^iSyn and News : ; : : ; ews Display Advertising Deadlines for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The ♦ Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News I ♦ will be ♦ ♦ ♦ Classified Deadlines I for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and I Thursday, November 21 at 5 p.m. Maple Valley News, will be Friday November 22 at Noon. f Deadline for The Reminder will be Friday November 22 at 5 p.m. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-11-19.pdf 08eb4ace14a2fe299ed0b0446f6de332 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/mg Middleville and Caledoma Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 47/November 19, 2002 New DPW director selected in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Changes in the Depart­ ment of Public Works were noted during the Middleville Village Council meeting Nov. 12. as Russ Blough re­ signed as director and Wayne Winchester was hired to succeed him. Blough's resignation was effective Oct. 28. His salary and duties were reduced to that of an equipment opera­ tor atf $14.44 per hour Win­ chester was appointed direc­ tor at a salary of $18.80. He will serve a probationary pe­ riod of six months, which will allow council to review his work. Village Manager Bryan Gruesbcck reported that a base coal of asphalt would be installed in the parking area and St. James Court. The finish court will be in­ stalled in May. The stage­ coach gazebo also will be shingled weather permitting. Electrical work is also being completed. The council will consider a special assessment district for property owners, includ­ ing the village, which will oenefit from the new park­ ing lot. If approved this will mean a $10,000 assessment per business owner for a to- On the last day of asphalt season, workers completed a base coat on St James Circle (formerly High Street) and the new parking area. agenda for the December 17 council meeting. The final shingles have been installed. This gazebo is ready for the stagecoach. tai of $50,000. The entire project cost more than $450,000 dollars. The council will review this proposal and if it is ap­ proved, will be on the State wrestling honor shared by TK coaches Wrestling season is right around the corner and Mid­ dleville coaches Scott Marvin and Tom Lehman just received awards for the leaching and hard work they put in last winter. The pair were named the state's wrestling co-coaches of the year in Division 11. Last year’s Trojans went 36-6 on their way to a sec­ ond place finish in the state finals. Coaches vote on the award and Lehman said that he thinks other coaches ap­ preciate that year in and year out Middleville has a solid team, even without a lot of individual stars. This is the first such honor for Manin, who has been with the Trojans’ wres­ tling program for eleven years. Lehman is beginning his 31st season as TK’s varsity wrestling coach. This is the fourth time he has been cho­ sen by his peers as coach of the year. The last time Lehman won the award was in 1998. He also won the award fol- TK's Tom Lehman (left) and Scott Marvin congratulate each other after being awarded State Division II co-coach of the year honors for the efforts last winter with the Trojan wrestling team lowing the Trojans slate championship tn 1996. I’ve never won a match.* said Lehman. “The kids do all the work.* Last year’s Trojans went 36-6 in dual meets last win­ ter, with three of their losses See TK coaches, pg. 2 The next meeting of the Village Council is on Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. in the village hall Village of Caledonia appoints new trustee by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council appointed Michael Maviglia Nov. 11 to fill the position left by Arlene Oaks early enough for him to jump in with both feet and serve on the council the same evening. After Maviglia’s swearing in, he also was promptly ap­ pointed to fill an empty po­ sition on the Joint Sewer Committee. Oaks was elected to a four-year term last March, but Maviglia will serve in his appointed post for two years, until the next election. He would need to run in that election to finish out the term Oaks would have held until 2006. Village President Daryl Penfold welcomed him to the council. Maviglia thanked the other trustees for the ap­ pointment. He said he hoped he would be an asset to the community and would try to do a good job. "It feels good to get in­ volved and try and help my community out," he said.. He urged others also to get involved. Maviglia became ac­ quainted with the workings of village government over the past year when he asked for help with a problem he had with noise and ne­ glected landscaping issues Michael Maviglia on the Ameritech property next door. He also asked the Plan­ ning Commission to con­ sider the impact on his fam­ ily when Ameritech wanted to expand its building bring­ ing the problems even closer to the property line, which is just feet from the side of the family home. Though the problems con­ tinue, he said he was im­ pressed with the people serving on the Village Council and the Planning Commission. "They really do care about the village citizens," he said. He said he had learned a lot about the local govern­ ment process over the past months, but is eager to learn more. He said what he would bring to the council is commitment "I will work hard," he promised, expressing aware­ ness that at times a lot of hard work, long hours and study is required in the job. Maviglia works at Cas­ cade Engineering, lives with his family near the center of town and has two children. In This Issue CHS Electrathon team scores high in 2 races TTES chief, assistant cleared of allegations Irving residents being surveyed on ‘key issues’ Downsized church plans given preliminary OK �Page 2 The Sun and Ne now”1’ MCT^efrber 19, 2002 CHS Electrathon team scores high in 2 races Jeremy Kok is all smiles with the trophy he won at an Electrathon race at Grandville High School. New behind the wheel of car #616, Nick Cress proved he could handle himself well, bringing in a second place award for the Electrathon team. by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The Caledonia High School Electrathon team performed earned high placements with car #616 in two races this fall. CHS teacher. Charles Ixithschutz (drafting, materi­ als and Electrathon). coaches the team Though Jeremy Kok and Dustin Ho­ fer! were the vehicle’s main MILLER MEANS... | Middleville A Gun l «ke Area Office 317 Arlington. Middleville, Ml drivers this fall. Nick Cress also got a shot behind the wheel. In the first race at Grand­ ville High School. Hofert placed third in the first heat. In the second heat at Grand­ ville. Kok placed second out of nine schools. In the second race the same weekend at Wyoming Rogers High School, the team battled foggy weather. Miller REAL ESTATE 795-7272 Debbie Erway 623-8357 Karen Brown 795-9331 Craig Stolsonburg GRl 795-4470 Al Kulikauskas Im "IIIIIHIIII Mike Humphreys, CRS.GRl 838-7282 „ Looking For A Home? Be Sure Wma, SOLD! Hasting* Office 149 W. State Street, Hastings, MI (269)945-5182 (269)795-3305 Kay StolMinburg GRI.CRS.Ahhk Broker A Sofcv Mjiuger but was still able to hold onto award placements. Ho­ fer! drove in the first heat to secure a second place. Cress took the wheel for the first time to capture second place in the second heat. There is talk of another race this spring. Call the high school at 891-8129 for further information about the Electrathon program and/or racing schedule. to Larry A Herding < it s a—, lM<f4 MS-5365 Dianne Krldpausch 838-1332 Mark Hewitt (4ti 838-7005 Larry Have* 838-6250 Jean Chase Cits GRl 945-0235 Ron Lewta 945-5103 Sarah Ulrich ... 623-4287 Nicole Milk 945-4436 HillSlagstad ---------------- 948-9842 visit Our user Friendly web Site At iMww.millerrealestate.net Meet our Middleville A Gun Lake Area Staff... _ Dustin Hofert shows off the trophy he won during an Electrathon oar race at Rogers High School this fall. TK coaches, continued from page 1 coming at the hands of Divi­ sion II state champions Lowell, and one to Division III state champion Rich­ mond. TK ended their season last fall at the state finals in march, but it began in De­ cember against four time state champion Lapeer. The Lehman said that it was a good way to start the season when the Trojans ended Lapeer’s 86 match win streak. Last years team graduated eight seniors who figured in the team’s scoring a lot, and Lehman says they’re look­ ing to rebuild a little bit. Es­ TK PTO to meet Nov. 20 Ito Stohortnro Stottonburt 2. MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE AND LAKE AC­ CESS! 1994 home on 5 acres m the neart of 1. MIDDLEVILLE! Great location just south oi Middlevine This ranch features 3 bedrooms spacious living room with tweptace central air enclosed porch off back with hot tub, knotty pine and hardwood floors Must see backyard has a park-like setting Call Deb $129,900 Yankee Springs wrth State Land across the street Deeded access to Turner Lake for great fishing and swimming 4 bedrooms. 3 baths including master suite w garden tub mam floor laundry. 2 stall garage and more! Cali Kay Of Craig $134 900 The Thornapple Kellogg Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, in the all-purpose room at Page Elementary School. The meeting is open to parents of students in grades K-8. Child care will be pro­ vided by the PTO at no charge to parents. Fall fund-raiser items will be delivered to the three ele­ mentary schools during the morning of Thursday, Nov. 21. Delivery of the fall fund­ raiser items was originally scheduled for Nov. 8, but was delayed by the west coast port shutdown. Parents are asked to come to pick up large orders that would be difficult for stu­ dents to bring home on the bus. For more information about PTO activities, con­ tact the individual schools. 99 cAfaiCs Sails $25 Gel Sails $30 Overlay $20 4. MIDDLEVILLE Setting on 2 acres thrs hard to hnd home features 3 bedrooms 1300 sq ft . new 5* wei. new root r 2001. deck fenced m backyard and more* Thomappte-Keiogg schools' Cai Dianne $99,900. FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER. IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. Manicure $10 Polish $5 Kids FREE Spa Pedicure $20 FREE With Air Brush 9944 Cherry Valley Ave 1.36 E Stale Street Caledonia (616) 891-1551 Hasting* (616)9*8-2970 pecially in the weight classes from 145 on up, where the Trojans only re­ turn senior Alec Bclson. Lehman said that he’s looking forward to another year with great kids who are hard working and just do what they’re supposed to do. So far there have been 60 Trojans working on condi­ tioning, and practices offi­ cially start Monday, Nov. 18. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML November 19. 2002/Page 3 Caledonia dentists present high-tech teeth restoration by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer It's not clear just who's more excited about CEREC, Drs. Robin Vaughan and Kevin Vandcrhcidc. or the patients of Glen Valley Den­ tistry in Caledonia. But there is definitely ex­ citement about the dental restoration technology called CEREC. a high-tech instrument that helps den­ tists restore damaged teeth in less time. Certain proce­ dures that used to take den­ tists several weeks and mul­ tiple visits to accomplish are often done with CEREC technology in a single ses­ sion — usually within an hour. The process involves the dentists prepping the dam­ aged tooth, much in the same way as before. Then the tooth is further readied by painting a thin layer of reflective powder directly on the tooth's surface. Then, using a special camera, they take a picture of the tooth. There is no need for im­ pressions or waiting while an impression is sent off to a lab After the picture is taken, the Glen Valley Den­ tistry staff works from this pin-sharp optical impression of the tooth. Computer Aided Design (CAD) tech­ nology helps them to design MA Ry KAy skip the Holiday rush Thta holtday leason. enjoy fast, convenient online tbopping and unbeatable customer service just visit my Web site to find fabulous Mary Kay* jifts What could be easier’ Lori Baldwin Independent Beauty Consultant Dr. Robin Vaughan demonstrates how the Computer Aided Design (CAD) is used for the CEREC tooth restoration technology. She said she is very pleased with the precision generated with this technology "The margins are perfect." she said. This machine uses Cmputer Aided Manufactunng (CAM) technology to quickly design the new “tooth" from ceramic material. The cutting of the crown, behind the little window, takes only 15 minutes. the restoration from this pic­ with it (technology)," said Vaughan. "People watch me ture. "The margins are perfect," do it (the CAD drawing) and they’re like, what’s that said Vaughan. The impression/lab type line, and what's that line. "And then (they) have to of restoration wasn't always go watch the milling ma­ as precise. "When you send stuff to chine make (their) crown." She is delighted that pa­ the lab, which I’ve done for years; you take the impres­ tients want to watch the sion and sometimes that can process of the restoration warp a little." explained being milled. Most find it Vaughan. "And then they fascinating. pour it up in stone and Partial and full crowns, sometimes the stone can get veneers and other single­ a little..." Vaughan waved tooth restorations can be ac­ her hand to show that the complished with the CEREC procedure had its draw­ technology Some of the ad­ backs. vantages of this technology "Occasionally, you get include single sessions, con­ things that you try to seat venience, a natural looking (place on the original tooth) restoration of ceramic mate­ it and it’s like, that’s not go­ rial that, according to a ing to work. With this tech­ CEREC fact sheet, is nique, because the machine biocompatible, high­ :s doing the work, there are grade, anti-abrasive and very few variables. It’s not being mailed to the lab, or anything. It’s all right here." The CAD drawing is then sent to a milling station where Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) mills the new "tooth" from a block of ceramic material that matches the patient's tooth color. A high-speed diamond bur and a disk are used to precisely mill the restoration. The milling takes all of 15 minutes. "Patients are so amazed (616) 891-0792 www.marykay.com/1baldwin6 Thanksgiving Holiday Deadlines *»■ - __ ^news t - for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, November 21 at 5 p.m. - Classified Deadlines ~ I f for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be ♦ , Deadline for The Reminder will be Friday November 22 at Noon. FjjF _ news$ ■ Display Advertising Deadlines ~ ♦ The staff has also taken sev­ eral advanced classes. Vaughan estimates that they have performed ap­ proximately 20 CEREC tooth restorations each month since they began last February. "It hasn’t been a real learning curve (for us)," commented Vaughan. "Their (the Sirona Corporation) training was excellent." Glen Valley Dentistry is located at 9041 North Rodg­ ers Drive in Caledonia. For more information about this or other procedures per­ formed by Drs. Vaughan and Vandcrhcidc, call the office at 616-891-8931. leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VM0NDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY > Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call (next to Phil‘s Pint) 795-7719 For Your Appointment! OUSE! Thursday, Friday & Saturday 8620 Woodland Forest Dr. Aho. Ml 49302 » plaque resistant. There is also no metal involved, no silver-colored fillings. CEREC technology also allows the dentist to save more of the healthy tooth. According to information provided by the office. CEREC is not new. It has more than a decade of clini­ cal research and experience to support the technology. It states that "over four million restorations have been per­ formed worldwide." The restorations have been proven precise, safe and ef­ fective. At $90,000. the cost of the machine seems enor­ mous, but according to Vaughan, the CEREC cre­ ated restorations are no more expensive than those created at a lab. The dentistry office has been using this technology since February. A trainer worked with Glen Valley Dentistry staff for two days. Friday November 22 at 5 p.m. Country Town Floral & Gifts Contempo Salon & Day Spa Come in & enjoy some home made goodies & sip a cup of hot chai tea or coffee as you browse the shop and get into the Christmas Spirit! Our friendly staff is ready to greet you. we offer the BEST in services & products! FREE MONEY applied to Gift Certificates 10% OFF FREE PRODUCTS ALL CHRISTMAS ITEMS! Specialty Priced Gift Sets 891-8646 891-1093 �Page 4 The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml "November 19. 2002 TTES chief, assistant cleared of allegations dismissed by the Michigan by Patricia Johns Department of Consumer Staff Writer Thornapple Township and Industry Services, for­ Emergency Services Chief merly known as MIOSHA. The investigation con­ Mark Marentette reported to the Thornapple Township cluded Tuesday. Nov. 12. Board last week that an in­ Consumer and Industry vestigation into the allega­ Services inspectors also look tions of unsafe practices into ail aspects of a business made by former firefighter when there are allegations of Don Clinton against Assis­ unsafe practices. They reviewed, policies, tant Chief Dave Middleton and Marentette have been procedures, buildings. equipment and training. The inspectors even reviewed videos of training exercises. According to Marentette. “CIS does a thorough job and wants no stone left un­ turned. We are working closely with the state to make sure we are complying with the requirements. As a result of the investi­ gation. CIS told the local fire service that firefighters must continue to wear their protective clothing and gear, even once a fire is out. Marentette said he be­ lieves that the new, lighter turnout gear purchased by Thornapple and Yankee Springs townships, along with the lighter bottles will help firefighters resist the desire to take off their pro­ tective gear. TI ES will install emer­ gency exit lights in the crew quarters of the old fire sta­ tion. Another improvement to this old building is find­ ing and repairing leaky wa­ ter pipes, which cause slip­ pery conditions. CIS also suggested that the oldest engine, which is not mandated to have a backup alarm because it was built before they were re­ quired. be retrofitted with alarms. This engine, which is slated to be replaced, will have a back up system in­ stalled. At the Nov. 11 meeting Marentette and the staff of TTES were commended for the positive review and dis­ missal of the charges. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Littitg Church - Serving a Ltting Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m 1035 a.m. . . . .10:50 a m ..................6 00 p m Family Night 6:30 p m 7240 6Hth Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M IM I I T CHURCH a place to belong .a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship.............. 930 h 1100 a m Youth Ministry ....................... 891-0576 Now mooting In our now building at 1175 Broadmoor4 Rr\ Mil hael Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cipcu Worship Leader Dennv Buuinu. Youth Pastor Churih Office 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Aj»M. Pastor Youth Douglas (>. Bcastin. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Weship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday MkJ Ufcek Prayer Word of Lrfe Clubs Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Mam Street (Missouri Synod) Worship ................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class........................ 11:00 a m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a caring heart for our 945 a m. 1100 a m 6.00 p.m 6.45 p m. 6:45 p m Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH CI)C ©lb vjT/iRctljoiiigt QDIjurcT) 5590 Wiitneyville Ave.. SE. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday School...10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 e\N Life RISTIAN 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you're at - through: Reloani Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Worship Hours 900 am and 10 30 am. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Nov. 24: Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 Of w.wwj>£a£gi;hurdl.££ Cumpui f— hhmtCiy and Seunce —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— Lakeside CHRISTIAN REFORMED Cooieniporar) WonJup Sunday School far AH Ages Esenmg Worship Pastor Roger Butsman • Church Offset 9 30 a m 10.45 a m 6 00pm 868-0391 Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pasta David Enbun 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue, Catedoma 616-698-8fX>l re dermeneisen.net wwwjedeemeri on enant org A Leighton Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and Kind Avenue 8146 68m St. near WNtneyvWe Awe Sundry Mummg Wrshgn wwte d the Om»M Chxlm d (f^feuntd 1115 am Coraonpuraiy 5vnd« 5efy!ce Times 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer Sundry School far Al 10001* (Hoty Communion 2nd Sunday) Morning Worship 11OO a tn Sunday Evmmg Sen ae 6 30 pm 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wed Fellowship 730 p m Pastor EG Frizzed Chun k Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor's Ph. 616-897-6780 AJO am Todcand PT Fnmdb JNe-Sthod 5A 630 pan Prayer Mcrong - Weinrxio AJO pm MP VQMM0D. Pnwr • MJDU’s D8QBL trwrxar Pwu H91-H02* - cnuil toig)«<<n«txrrv net {northwest of Gun Lake) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass: 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a m Mass at St Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are being made _______________ 792-2889______________ THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Lining Word Sewing The Risen Lord Sunday School . .9:30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725_____ Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Momrg Wonhip 930 a.m. MiodievUe Morning Wonhp .. .1100 am. Sunday School (Adults).................... 9 45 am. Nursery - Grade 5 .................... 1100 am Sr Hi£ri - Sen E verwig ............ 600-8 00 p m. Jr High • Grades 6-8. Wed Evening 600-7 30 p m Ret Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFAREFL CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone Is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Chech our web site: www. wayfare rec, ore ■WHITNEYVILLE ’ Bible Church 10 50 am 9 45 a* . AfaU/vaiA 2415 McCann Rd. ilnlning* Praise Singing Church School. Sunday 150 131st Ave . Wovland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd COMMUNITY Worship 9:30 am Christian Education Hour 11 OX) am Community Ctsurcti A Place for hamtls A Enends 6201 Whttnessdie Aseaue. Alto Res Noonan Kohns (616)8918167 Church Office 616-891 8669 Fax 891-8648 WWW cakdont aumcotg_______________ ALASKA CONGREGATION M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Sunday Surprising Judgement" SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Redeemer Covenant Church 250 Vinc street M-3" to Ernmon- to V inc Worship Services 8 30am and 11.00a m Sunday School 9 45 a m . ship 1030 am (Nursery asatlabk throughoutt 698*9660 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7903 Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor J CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Office 891-8635 WWW icerv net' ~rtpwul____________ 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 One mile east of Whilneyville R4 Rev P Axioms Phone 891-8440 1 mile west of M 37 Traditional Service ............. £:30 AM New Life Celebration Service 1100 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Sunday Sch<x>l 9:4 S AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Zielw Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. Church Office (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 10(Xh St. (Missouri Svjnod) Comer of 84th St 8r Kraft in Caledonia All Services have a Nursery Available • Barrier Free YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVnes, Pastor - 795-9901 community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a m and 6 00 p.m (Child <k Adult) (Dunng the School Year) 10:00 a.m 11:15 a m 6 00 p.m. St Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer p6owe 795-2370 <x 948-9327 Vicar ~ David T. Mwctwick I ic|xc| 8546 Whrtneyvfe Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunday School 930 am Sunday Momng Wonhp 1030 am Meevg at chape on WneyvOe Ave Sunday Evenrg Wonhp 6 00 pm wed Mowee* Prayer 4 Stole Study 7 00pm 3ev ihomoi Suyi Pasta • Bev Kor Sana Assoc Pasta Aeosre wWreyv«eo©e ag �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLNovemoer 19.2002/Page 5 Community test drives the MEAP by Patricia Johns Staff Writer About 20 parents, resi­ dents and even school board members were scratching their heads last Wednesday evening as they struggled with the questions on tht sample Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) test The Thornapplc Kellogg School district was one of the many across the area taking part in "Take the Test Week” Nov 11-15. Test takers were amazed al how difficult some of the questions were and that stu­ dents needed to bring knowledge and information Io the test to be able to an­ swer. The sample included questions in math, social studies, science, reading and writing. The answer key helps test takers see how questions meet the curriculum bench­ marks and concepts that stu­ dents should know. Many of the questions used real world examples. The first question in the so­ cial studies example asked about a potential law re­ stricting skateboard use. To answer the question, test takers needed to understand graphs. The adult test takers did not have to write con­ structed answers that many students do as followups to questions. One difference is that stu­ dents can't talk to each other while they are taking the test. Adults seemed to need to find out why one answer is better than the other. Family Fun Night will be Wednesday The Thornapple Area per family. The pool will be open Parks and Recreation com­ mission is sponsoring a from 8 to 9 p.m. as well. Children need to be ac­ Family Fun Night at the Thornapple Kellogg High companied bj at least one adult to participate in Fam­ School gym and cafeteria ily Fun Night. TAPRC pro­ Wednesday. Nov. 20. gram Director Mike Bremer The evening begins at says. "This might be a way 6:30 p.m. with the gym for one parent to take care of available for basketball, vol­ holiday necessities while the leyball and other fun games. other has fun with the chil­ The cafeteria will have a dren at Family Fun Night." board game area, video area with a place to rest, a craft area and other activities. There will be a Si per per­ son charge with a $5 charge U'lait £utkeimi» Betieue M fathrw Chnd » HMlrvJff Part V Superintendent Kevin Konarksa and assistant super­ intendent Patricia Koeze helped guide community members as they took the sample MEAP test. Reed-Fitzhenry to wed William Reed, of Lake Odessa. and Mollie Fitzhenry (Loose). of Middleville, are pleased to announce that after being engaged 11 years ago. then breaking up. have finally reunited and fallen in love all over again - this time it’s forever? We’re planning to hold our ceremony on our origi­ nal date. Sept. 9th of 2003, and we’ll be celebrating our reception the following weekend with our parents. AA & AL-ANON Van Ryn-Yonker united in marriage Vows of marriage were spoken on June 15 at Cale­ donia Christian Reformed Church by Came Lee Yonk­ er and Jonathan Kenneth Van Ryn. Parents of the couple are David and Marcia Yonk­ er of Alto and On al and Susan Van R\n of Middleville. Maid of honor was Jaclyn Nonker Bridesmaids were Heidi Hanna. Nicole Yonker. Jill Toth and Jamie Jones. Flower girl was Annika Van Ryn. Best men were Chris and Mike Van Ryn Groomsmen were Jason Haywood. Kevin Tafelsky and Craig Kowal­ czyk Ringbearer was Luke Yonker. Ushers were Phil Licari and Ben Potgeter. Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, open meetings. AA Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Time Free 90 minute class answers all your questions about home ownership. ■ Ho* much will you need for a down payment? ■ How to get the best mortgage rate and pay lithe or nothing at closing. ■ How to avoid the most costly mistakes in purchasing a new hone. Call: 800-777-3372 i 7021 for more information and to register. Seating is hnited. ♦ Fust 5 people to register wil win a tree tariuey. Sponsored bv RDC Builders This is what Lutherans believel 908 W. Main, Middleville • 795 2391 Worship Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Adult Bible Class Wednesday, 9 a.m. Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village Is Proud to Announce That their Specialized Memory Care ig Building is Open For Business * and is Now Taking Reservations. An Open House will be held on Friday, November 22nd from 3:00- 6:00 pm & Saturday, November 23rd from 9:00 ~ 12:00 am If you have a family member or loved one that suffers from Dementia or Alzheimer's, please plan to attend our event. Individual tours and assessments will be available. W Where: f Meaccws ■ What are the advantages of o*r-g over rent ng’ ■ Ho* much do you qualify for? James Reed of Portland. Diane Vickers (Reed) of Bronson. Michael Loose of Middleville, and Jim and Mary French (Loose), also of Middleville, along with daughters Star Lenard. Clouie Reed, and Meagan Fitzhenry. sisters, brothers, and all the rest of our fami­ lies and friends. Lutherans believe that people are saved not by their works, but by grace through faith for Christ s sake Thus because they believe that Christ has given all tn His death and resurrection for them, they receive the forgiveness of their sins. Such salvation comes by faith But how do people get faith? Lutherans believe that the Lord instituted what is called the office of the ministry, that is provided the Gospel and the sacraments for the purpose of obtaining saving faith Through these, as through tools or instruments. God gives the Holy Spirit, who tn turn works faith, when and where He pleases tn those who hear the Gospel. Apart from these tools, one cannot be certain that it is the Holy Spirit working It is only because of the promises in His Word which God has connected to the Gospel and baptism and communion, that those who partake can be sure He is working the for giveness of sins in their hearts. Many Christian denominations believe that the Holy Spirit comes to people apart from God's Word and Sacraments. Lutherans believe that this only Increases doubt tn the heart of believers Who can be sure that it is the Holy Spirit and not an unholy spirit The only means of discernment ultimately is one's emotions, which as we know are fickle and tainted with sin. Therefore, in order to sustain the true saving faith and rid believers of all doubt. Lutherans will constantly direct people to the promises of the Gospel, the work which God does in baptism and the gift He gives in Holy Communion Such means of His grace are sure and certain. We have His word on it! 84th to Cheny Valley to Jasonville Blvd. When: Tfousday. 11/21/02 6 • 8pm Get a FREE Credit Report On-Site Resident Assistants. Clinical Staff. Dietary Staff. Activity Staff and Administration will be available to answer questions ~ Refreshments will be provided - y^oor&awn ^Meadows 1821 N. East St., Hastings, Mich. For more information, please contact Woodlawn Meadows at (616) 948-4921 Quality Senior Lifestyle Service" �Page 6 The Sun and News, MidtfleviUe. Ml/November 19. 2002 Bruce Roger Mesecar Donald G. Buehler GREENVILLE - Donald G. Buehler, age 92, of Greenville, passed away Nov. X, 2002 al Hospice of Michigan. United Memorial Hospital. Greenville. He is survived by his daughter. Margaret (Jerry) Bothum of Grand Island. Nebraska, son. Warren (Sally) Buehler of Waupun. Wisconsin; four grandchil­ dren; four great grandchil dren; three sisters. Dorothy Bustance of Middleville. Maxine Mick of l^ake Park. Florida, Joey (Wayne) Wise of Elkhart. Indiana; one brother. Calvin (Madeline) Buehler of Freeport; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife. Rosa C. Buehler and three sisters. Marcia C. Gray. Genevieve Sage and Geraldine Van Noy; two brothers. Clifford Buehler and Fletcher Buehler Graveside services were held Tuesday. Nov. 12, 2002 at the Rest Haven Memory Gardens. Belding. Michi­ gan Pastor Arthur W’ells officiated. Donald G. Buehler was bom on Feb. 17, 1910 in Freeport. Michigan, the son of Joseph and Rozilla (Klepfer) Buehler He was raised and attend­ ed school in Freeport. He was married to Rosa C. Aubil on July 3, 1936 Don retired from the Gibson Company in Green­ ville. after 37 years of ser­ vice as a sanitation supervi­ sor. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II. Don enjoyed gardening, woodworking, building bird houses, knick-knacks for the yard, repairing antique clocks, refinishing antique furniture, and he did caning. He enjoyed traveling, winters in Florida and time spent with family and friends. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. MI HASTINGS Owen E. Bates, age 68. of Hastings, passed away Sunday. Nov. 17. 2002 at home. Owen E. Bates was bom on May 20. 1934 at Grand Rapids. Mich, the son of Ernest and Charlotte (Swain) Bates. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg School, graduating in 1952. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was married to Rita M. Garrison on Nov. 13. 1965 in Middleville. He was employed at Lacks Industries for 12 years, in the plastic Plating Department. He was a mem­ ber of the American Legion. Owen was an avid reader, enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a Detroit Lions fan. He is survived by his wife, Rita Mae Bates, two sons. Jeffrey (Leeann) Bates of Florida. Jeffery (Kathy) Bates of Hastings, one daughter. Kelly (Jason) Rogers of Wayland, several grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one brother. Douglas (Linda) Bates of Wyoming, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and 269-795-0039 ✓ HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 4611 North M-37 Hwy. • Middleville 269-795-0053 FREEPORT - Mary Ann “Penny’’ Preston, age 76, of Freeport, died early Mon­ day, Nov. II. 2002 at her residence. Mrs. Preston was born on Feb. 27, 1926 in Mackinaw City, MI, the daughter of Harry and Leona (Pierce) Pennington. She was raised in the Woodland. MI area and attended Woodland schools, graduating in 1943 from Woodland High School. She was married to Donald L. Preston on Aug. 26, 1945. The couple moved to Freeport in the Mid1950’s from Hastings. She was a member of Freeport United Brethren Church, long-time church youth leader. Camp Fire Leader. Blue Bird Leader and Cub Scout Leader. Mrs. Preston is survived by her husband. Donald; daughters. Marla Preston of Hastings and Donna (Dan) Count of Hastings; son, Martin Preston of Hastings; six grandchildren, Ann Endsley, Kristie Preston, Scott Preston, Brian Pres­ ton, Dennis Count, and Dan- Charles C. Baughman You, Your Friends & Family are Invited... to the Alaska Congregation of the Community of Christ Located at 8146 68th Street in Alto 49302 (just a block west of Whitneyville Rd.) Phone 616-868-6810 A New Leadership Team is Kicking Off the 2002 2003 Season of Sunday School" for All Ages Come to our Open House at 10 am Sunday, November 24th for a New Season of Christian Education Worship is at 11 am (Every third Sunday we have potluck) Please join us for our Special Thanksgiving Potluck that will follow the Worship Service at 1230 pm on November 24th Any Questions? Please call Andrea Zoet at 269-795-7063 or email <andrea_zoet@hotmail.com> tel Hubbell of Hastings, four grandsons, one granddaugh­ ter. eight great-grandchil­ dren. two step-great-grandchildren. four brothers, four sisters, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services were held on Saturday. Nov. 16. 2002 at Calvary Grace Brethren Church in Alto, Mich. Rev. Mick Funderberg officiated at the service and burial was at Irving Township Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Charlotte Bates, and a sister, Barbara Files. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Wednesday evening. Nov. 20, 2002 at 7 p m at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Mary Ann “Penny” Preston 5|,,v fsfes Hastings after his retire­ ment. Bruce retired from General Motors after 36 years of employment as a Tool and Die Maker. He liked to hunt. fish, golf and bowl. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son. Ken. one brother. Merton and two sisters. Margaret Dye and Stella Kauffman. Surviving are Bruce’s wife (Elizabeth) of 62 years, a son, Marshall (Joyce) Mesecar of Caledonia, daughter, Carolyn (Ken) Owen E. Bates .ylj'ier Effects Studio J'!'."' -■■■'.. Loving father, grandfa­ ther, and great-grandfather. Bruce Roger Mesecar. age 83, went to be home with his Lord Wednesday. Nov. 13, 2002 at St. Mary ’s Mercy Medical Center. He was bom on the fami­ ly farm in Clarksville. Mich., on Nov. 27, 1918, the son of Ben and Mildred (Phillips) Mesecar. Bruce married Elizabeth A. Stormes on Nov. 27, 1939 in Galien. Mich. They began their marriage and family in the Clarksville area. They settled in * YANKEE SPRINGS TWP. Charles C. Baughman, age 91, of Yankee Springs Twp., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12. 2002. Charles was born March 16, 1911, in Leighton Township, MI, the son of Charles W. and Ethel (Campbell) Baughman. He married Celesta Kotrbaon Feb. 12, 1938. Charles was a custom farmer, an excavation con­ tractor, and owner/operator of Baughman Marina at Gun Lake His primary interests were his family, hunting, fishing and boating. He is survived by bis chil­ dren, Charles A (Ann) Baughman, William R. Baughman, Barbara Kay (Jeffrey) Vortman, Richard (Linda) Baughman, Judy (William) Bachi, Ted (Julianne) Baughman; 16 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren Charles was preceded in death by his wife. Celesta in 1986 and son, Robert in 1951. Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 16, 2002 at the funeral home Rev. William Doubblestein officiated. Interment Robbins Cemetery Memorials may be made to Thornapple Manor or Pennock Hospital. Arrangements were made by Archer, Hampel and Kubiak, Wayland Chapel. idle Count; seven great grandchildren; sisters, Juan­ ita (Arthur) .-Mierding of Hastings, June (Rueben) Fish of Freeport. Jenny Marshall of Leavering, Ml; brothers, Vance Pennington of Middleville and Gordon (Barbara) Pennington of Pennsylvania; nieces and nephews Preceding her in death were parents and brother. Jack Pennington. Services were held Thurs­ day, Nov. 14, 2002 at Free­ port United Brethren Church with Pastor Robert Carpenter officiating. Burial was at Freeport Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home. 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Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Woman’s Club recently honored Cale- donia High School sopho­ more Brittany Box. as the HOBY award winner for Mom’s quilts were the prettiest in her quilting circle, but now she isn’t interested in talking to anyone about the quilts that she spent so much time on. 2002. John Scranton 11 was named as the alternate, should Box not be able to at­ tend the upcoming HOBY Conference. HOBY stands for Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership Award. The honor is granted to high school sophomores with the goal of assisting them to further their leader­ ship skitls so they can use Brittany Box. sophomore at CHS, was selected as the 2002 HOBY award winner. John Scranton II, also a Wth-grader, was named the alternate should Box not be able to attend the conference. 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The Caledonia Woman’s Club is affiliated with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, one of the world’s largest and oldest women’s volunteer service organizations. The Caledo­ nia Woman’s Club has been in existence, in one form or another, since 1916. The current name and service ef­ fort has been active since 1922 Rachel Buckner, the local award winner for 2001. was on hand with her mother, Suzanne Buckner, to give a presentation about the HOBY conference she at­ tended. Buckner seemed im­ pressed with the speakers at the conference for the wis­ dom they imparted. Among the presenters was keynote speaker Don Tocco, who spoke to the conference at­ tendees about such leader­ ship roles as “Constructing your own success formula or "having that burning desire” as well as “Don’t notice your imperfections, notice your potential,” leadership­ skills that will serve Buck­ ner for years to come. The conference attendees listened to panels about such topics as “what is leader­ ship,” education, media and technology and entrepre­ neurship. Buckner's favorite seemed to be the topic of volunteerism because this is a personal passion with her. The HOBY Award is pre­ sented to one student (with a possible alternate) so that they will be at the confer­ ence without their normal support group of friends and fellow students. In this way they bond with other award winners from around the country. "It was a little scary that first day,” said Buckner. “But everyone else didn’t know anyone else either. I still keep in touch with a lot of them." Current award winner Box, attending the luncheon with her mother, Debbie Jcrtson. thanked the Caledo­ nia Woman's Club and the • State Bank of Caledonia for choosing her as the 2002 re­ cipient. The State Bank has paid for the scholarships for this program for many years. Scranton, who was at the luncheon with his father and mother, John and Beverly Scranton, also thanked the club and State Bank. His teasing remark that he hopes, for his sake that "Brittany won’t be able to make the conference," drew laughter from the audience. Michael Schaner provided a musical accompaniment during the luncheon. The luncheon itself was provided by CHS food service. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! movie outpojt ♦ Residential ♦ Commercial YIDCO JUPCRJTORC Industrial ... come and see how beautiful your room can be! Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. • VHS/DVD movies & player rentals I mOVII OUTPOH; • Games & game system rental CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL ] Rent One Movie or Game and } get a second rental FREE /n The Glen Va/tey Retail Center with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) • Catedoma. 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Boyer says, “When I de­ cided to move from a career in business to one in educa­ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer At the end of her first week on Nov. 8 as the new librarian for the Thornapple Kellogg School and Com­ munity Library, Joanne Boyer is still excited about working with high school students and the public. Boyer comes to TK after several years at an inner city high school in Indianapolis, Indiana and a 15 year career as director of training for companies like the Upjohn Corporation, First of Amer­ ica bank. Stryker and the In­ diana Blood Center. When the members of the Thornapplc Kellogg Board of Education approved her hiring on Oct. 21 she was praised for her talents com­ bining technology, business and a love of books. Boyer replaces librarian Thanks to you Barry County Family & Children Services provides outpa­ tient counseling to individuals, couples and families dealing with anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, relationship, employment, school and parenting issues. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community right moment in a student’s life,” she says. She enjoys relating to stu­ dents on a daily basis and likes to help them see the bigger picture. She is look­ ing forward to working with the staff as well. “I love books, too, almost as much as I enjoy stu­ dents,” Boyer says. “I am happy to be and making a contribution to the community,” she says. “Over time I hope to under­ stand both the school and community needs." Family Dentistry of Caledonia Joanne Boyer Deb Jones who left at the beginning of the school year. tion, it was the right time in my life to follow my desire to work with students.” She really enjoyed the time she spent in Indianapo­ lis and says, “I loved every­ one of the 2300 kids in that inner city high school ” She says that the teen age years are her favorite age perhaps because she had such good times with her own kids. “I like being a good role model for students. In edu­ cation sometimes you get to be the right person at the She has a masters in edu­ cational leadership and a bachelor’s degree in library science and secondary edu­ cation from Western Michi­ gan University. Up until four years ago she was a life long resident of Michigan. She was bom and raised in the Lansing area and raised her own family in Kalamazoo. Her three children are adults. Tamara Moutsatson is a first year resident in in­ ternal medicine at Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc. 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But other than those differences, you could have sworn that Karen Rath's Caledonia Middle School 6th grade Language Arts class had gone back in time to the classic poetry cafe. Rath and her students are currently working on a po­ etry unit, and what better way to get their attention and interest than by sharing with them what a poetry cafe may have been like appreciative audience and all. Consummate poet Shel Silverstein was a favorite among the students, as wasCrystal Bowman. The students were graded on several points including naming the title and author of the poem, memorizing their lines and voice projec­ Although props were tion Props were not re­ not required. 6th grade quired but definitely al­ lowed. CMS student Alex Rueter Between overdue books, got into the “nerd’’ spirit of jellyfish stew, spaghetti, what he thought poem ‘swallowing gum and jelly character A-L-A-N by beans up your nose, few ar­ Crystal Bowman might eas of 6th grade life and hu­ mor were left unturned. look like Staff Writer There wasn't any finger snapping, few beatniks and 4^ i i i mith iamond i i ___ ~ ■ SOUTH OFFICE i 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml S -D IBM Janaye Biggs demonstrates why her poem said not to shove Jellybeans Up Your Nose" FREE MARKET ANALYSIS 891-2222 CALEDONIA - l j| f .Hl * -1------------ $149,900. 7660 East Paris. Sharp, remod­ eled farmhouse. Three bed­ rooms plus den. 1\vo full baths. White tiled kitchen. Cozy en­ '’W closed porch. Main floor master bedroom. Main floor laundry/utility room. Immediate possession. 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It is a reward program for the Thornapple Kellogg School students to promote academ­ ic excellence and is designed to encourage young people from fourth through 12th grades. Rewards will be given through a drawing done at the end of each quarterly marking period. For each “A” the student receives on their report card, they will be given one entry into the drawing for prizes or gift certificates. In addition, at the end of the year, all names that have been entered into the quarterly drawings are put into an annual drawing for one savings bond to be .-A- 1 Your SmileThe First Thing People See! c; Quality’ dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. -4 -♦ • ♦ *♦ Girl Scouts plan food drive Girl Scout Troop No. 1336 will have a food drive to help people in the Mid­ dleville area community. The girls have been very busy with this project, and have invited other area Girl Scout troops to join them. Once the foods have been collected, they will be placed in a decorated basket and handed out to people in the community who are in need. The girls will be distribut­ ing the food baskets on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Anyone who would like to help the girls with this service project is encour­ aged to drop off any nonperishable foods at The Lit­ tle Red Value Shop located between O'NeiH*s and the Sea Shanty at 11420 W M179 Highway, Middleville. In the senior's final home game Vander Werp led the Trojans with 13 points in a loss to Rogers. At Godwin she scored nine points, including 6 in the fourth quarter to help the Trojan comeback. _____ - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME ♦* ---------------------------------------------------------4 Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available 4 identification or a parent or guardian to the office at 111 Broadway, Middleville. The office is open Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for more infor­ mation at 269-795-3387 or 1-8OO-795-3287. 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Ml/November 19. 2002/Page 11 Caledonia council hears library presentation by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Cheryl Van Til gave the Caledonia Village Council a presentation last week about the benefits of the local li­ brary services offered through Kent District Li­ brary. Shirley Bursema. presi­ dent of the Michigan Li­ brary Association, and Mar­ tha Smart accompanied her. "The Caledonia branch is one of the community’s greatest resources." VanTil said, with books, videos. DVDs. CDs, filtered Internet access, periodicals and newspapers, reference help and more available to local residents. KDL has avialble more than 872.000 items, of these 745.000 are books. It offers many special programs for children and adults. In addi­ tion. the KDL is connected state wide, and even nation­ ally and is able to obtain materials from other library systems. Many services are avail­ able through the Internet at home. The circulation through the Caledonia branch in 2001 was 68,679 items. Taxes paid from the com- munity was $288,000. Of this the village paid $3373. Van Til said this amounted to $4.20 per item circulated through the library, but it also includes the other serv­ ices offered, not included in this figure. Books cost the library an average of $28. making even book checkout a bargain. In other business last week, the Caledonia Village Council: • Learned that “Make a Difference Day” will be re­ peated Saturday. Nov. 23, because the leaves have not fallen as early as usual, and the massive leaf removal Irving residents being surveyed on ‘key issues’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Irving Township Supervi­ sor Kathee Pierce, with the assistance of Treasurer Lynette Wingcicr, Clerk Carol Ergang and Trustees Dick Raymond and Tim Weingartz, has sent out a survey to township residents The Township Board is asking questions aboutn what they consider the “key issues” facing the township. Pierce hopes that surveys arc returned to Irving Town­ ship. 3425 Wing Road. Hastings. 49058, by Nov. 22. The first question is about roads. Residents are being asked if they would endorse a road millage for additional maintenance. The township now pays road maintenance Thornapple Trail Assn, to meet Nov. 21 The Thornapple Trail As­ sociation will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Whispering Waters Camp­ ground. There will be no meeting in December. The agenda includes future planning. have to maintain two pre­ from the operating millage. cincts until it reaches 3.000 The township paid registered voters. $16,000 this year out of the The township would like recommended $78,000 in to know public opinion priorities for paved roads about combining voting to suggested by the Barry only the township hall, County Road Commission. which would save more than The cost for gravel roads to $565 per election and allow the township came to equipment to be used more $37,000 last year, which in­ efficiently. cluded dust control and re­ Residents also are asked pair and upkeep. if they have computers and Residents are being asked are connected to the Inter­ if they would like to receive net. In addition, residents a quarterly newsletter, what are asked their opinion kinds of articles they would about “LinkMichigan” and like to see and ways to make its efforts to bring faster Irving township a more broadband service, even to beautiful place to live. rural areas. Police protection is the Finally residents of the topic of the third question. township and village are Freeport Village, which cur­ asked about their concerns. rently pays for a police offi­ Those who would like to be cer for 15 hours a week, is contacted about these con­ offering his service to the cerns should include contact township for 27 hours a information when they re­ week. The cost for this serv­ turn their surveys. ice would be about $50 per The next township meet­ household or .83 mills, ing is scheduled for 7 p.m. which would be about Wednesday, Dec. 11. The $58.10 per year. The survey next Freeport Village Coun­ would like to know how cil meeting is Monday, Dec. many residents would en­ 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Village dorse this expense. Hail (community center) at In the Nov. 5. 2002, elec­ 200 State St. tion 308 people voted in Precinct 1 at the Village Community Center and 689 voted at Precinct 2 at the township hall. The township has less than 2,000 regis­ tered voters and does not Receive a Free Woohe Lamb with a $250 purchase or receive a Free Baby Lamb with a $150 purchase the entire month of November. * All Ladies clothing Our new line of 2003 swimsuits arc .' here now with more* ’ arriving daily. for 2OOS ■ HOURS WyvS* Sr 1^4 795-9947/ 1402 Chid Svtdn, Gun Like Fit! JK was not possible on the day originally planned in Octo­ ber. People who would like to participate may call Cale­ donia Middle School, which organizes the activities, or call the village office. • Was told that Key Con­ struction, a company that had been approved for the Mill Street improvement project, backed out of its deal. Village Manager San­ dra Ayers said she tried un­ successfully to get a third bid. However. Mark’s Asphalt Paving revised its previous bid of $11,600 because it was possible to use materi­ als already on site, for a change valued at $2,100 credit to the village. Some of the work is sub con­ tracted. it was explained. The company was ap­ proved to do the work for the village for up to $11,000. A budget amend­ ment was required. • Approved the appoint­ time before drafting an ordi­ ment of Sam Groothuis to nance for the attorney to serve as the new mechani­ polish. Trustees Nick Unger cal/ plumbing inspector, and Michael Maviglia vol­ who will enforce the build­ unteered to r<;ad it over and suggest a customized ver­ ing codes. • Learned from Ayers that sion to be adopted by the the village bought a one ton village. The ordinance was truck two weeks ago for tabled for future discussion. • Granted permission to $29,400, an amount previ­ Ameritech to bore under ously approved. • Discussed a sample North Rodgers Drive and noise ordinance, dealing Glengarry, and approved an­ with elements such as bark­ other blanket permit for ex­ ing dogs, and nuisance pansion of communications noise. Some trustees felt cables, conduits and poles. reading it over needed more etc., in 2003. ^rr^Solid ImpaciMrv Fitness HOURS: M-Th 5am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am*2pm; Siin.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. 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Baker Glen Valley Development offered to build a street to and suggested that a traffic public standards that would light might be possible. extend North Rodgers Drive However, no discussions to the village property line, with the Michigan Depart­ making it possible to access ment of Transportation the sewage treatment facility (MDOT) had taken place to from a second point. clarify this possibility The PUD plan originally The cost of putting in the included two commercial street between the two com­ sites in the area, generally mercial sites was estimated north of Metro Health on M- at between $80,000 and 37 (Plan A). North Rodgers $90,000, plus the value of then was to turn west and the land in the street. At the join other streets in the de­ time of the Planning Com­ mission meeting. Baker was velopment. The second option in­ not asking for payment, but cluded a proposed north­ did ask for a concession for south public street (B) be­ the first right to purchase tween the two commercial village property north of the sites would be accompanied Metro building, should the by an eastward extension of village ever decide to sell it the street curving to the in the future. Baker has an interested west, creating a crossing at North Rodgers Drive, which client who would like him to develop the parcel. Stalson­ does not exactly align with burg said. The price set by it. the village in such a case could be accepted or denied (first right of refusal). Stalsonburg reported that Baker was "willing to make provisions for a public street coming across in exchange for the right to purchase that piece of land at fair market value." He said he w*s there to determine if the council Must have people skills and had an interest in a public street. If not, they would go mechanical experience required. with plan A without the need to amend the PUD. Must apply in person at... Trustee Dan Erskine asked, "So plan B. which is for the betterment of the fu­ 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE ture of Caledonia and all concerned, is only going to 269-795-3550 be a possibility if we give by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Glen Valley developer Jerry Baker didn’t get Cale­ donia Village Council ap­ proval Nov. 11 to extend North Rodgers Drive to the edge of village property, where the sewer plant is lo­ cated, but may yet go ahead with his original idea for the planned unit development without the connector. The Village Planning Commission Oct. 29 had recommended approval of either of two site plans for the same Glen Valley com­ mercial area north of Metro Health, and on the property line. One of the plans (B) would include a street that was not in the original lay­ out of the Glen Valley PUD. and if preferred by the Vil­ lage Council, would require an amendment with a public hearing. The proposal was brought HELP WANTED Quick Lube 2000 Manager TIRES 2000 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on November 6. 2002, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Township Ordinance No. 02-03, so as to establish the Township Public Safety Advisory Committee, in the place of the Fire Department Advisory Committee, to assign public safety duties and responsibilities to the Public Safety Advisory Committee and to adopt other amendments in Township Ordinance No. 92-5 The principal pro­ visions of Ordinance No 02-03 are the following I. Public Safety Advisory Committee. The current Fire Department Advisory Committee would become the Public Safety Advisory Committee The Committee, in addition to its existing responsibilities for the Fire Department, would have advisory responsibilities for public safety, including law enforcement, disaster relief, emergency and rescue services and other duties of a similar nature assigned to it by the Township Board The Committee would continue to be an advi­ sory committee only Final authority over the fire department and public safety matters would con­ tinue to be vested in the Township Board would consist of seven members The Supervisor would be one of the Committee members and the committee would elect a chairperson annually Committee members would serve for designat­ ed terms and would be eligible for re-appointment bilities. the Committee would serve as liaison with the Kent County Sheriff's Department, as to law enforcement matters and with state, federal and county disaster relief agencies, as to disaster planning department budget, and a budget for other township public safety services Final budget authority would continue to be vested in the Township Board 5. Effective Date. The amending ordinance will become cffecuve November 26. 2002. A copy of the amending ordinance may be inspected or purchased at the Township office. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, during Township office hours Dated November 7. 2002 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 302 First Realty first right of re­ fusal?" Stalsonburg said that in talking to Baker. "He would like to go one step beyond that. He would like to enter into a purchase agreement, have the plan appraised for value and actually proceed with the sale." Penfold said he had ex­ pected the village might try to buy the right of way to the village property line from First Real' Estate, but said he would like to make plan B work with no com­ mitment from the village. First right of refusal would not mean a special or lower price. It would mean First Real Estate would be in­ formed and would have a chance to bid on the prop­ erty. There would not be a guarantee. The village would like to look at what it would take to make plan B possible. Pen­ fold said. This was different than committing to the sale of the 2.2 acres of M-37 frontage as a condition for the right of way for a future road from Glen Valley to village property. Trustee Chuck Audy said that though the road access is something the village might want, and the plan­ ning commission had asked the council to discuss the options, a decision required more time. He said the council had not even come to a decision whether to sell any of the property or not. He said it sounded like the only real possibility was to accept plan A, without the road. Though continued efforts have been made by the vil­ lage to connect public streets through all the com­ mercial areas west of M-37, and such a deal would make continuation of the North Rodgers Drive connector possible, committing to an actual sale of the village property was simply not possible now. There are certain proc­ esses officials would be bound to observe to make such a decision. Plan B, with only the revised street ar­ rangement, would automati­ cally require an amendment to the PUD, and a public hearing. Planning the street is even something that would re­ quire time by the village, to be sure it would function with the property to the north. The option put for­ ward by Penfold was per­ haps in the future the village could pay for the street if the street extension option was left open, though undevel­ oped. Chairman Al Niles Oct. 29 mentioned another com­ mitment to expand the ca­ pacity of the sewer treat­ ment facility to meet a con­ tractual agreement with the township. It is not known how much land must be re­ served for that eventual growth. The treatment plant al­ ready has a drive onto M 37. and officials once consid­ ered moving it so it would line up with the drive across M-37 into the commercial area of Jasonville Farms, where D & W is planning to locate. That plan was de­ layed because Consumers Power has a utility pole in the proposed drive area, and was not ready to move it without a substantial cost to the village. Another past idea once discussed by officials in­ cluded leaving an east-west right of way open, which might some day connect M37 to Kraft Avenue, possibly on village property. Though other barriers to such a con­ nector exist, the parcel Baker would like to pur­ chase might prevent that possibility. Another option for the village might be to sell part of the valuable real estate in order to pay for other im­ provements, such as to re­ place the aging sewer sys­ tem on Main Street, which dates from the 1930s. Penfold said in that case, "If it is for sale, then it’s open game for anybody who is inter­ ested." Penfold said the village was not obligated to keep the property, and might use the money toward a down­ town improvement project, which M-DOT might con­ sider as a sufficient match­ ing portion toward a grant to fund it. The village has ap­ plied for such a grant, but unable to fund a significant part of the project so far. Re­ quests have been denied for several years by M-DOT. The property includes the sewer plant acreage, and 12 acres of the total has been leased as farm land along M-37. The village also al­ lows local farmers to graze sheep around the treatment facility. Both are ways to control unwanted vegetation without the expense of mowing. The trustees mentioned that the Planning Commis­ sion would need to review or revise the master plan as a part of such a major deci­ sion. Trustee Chuck Audy said the village should take time to study the long term implications of the decision with the Planning Coimnis- Continued next page Commercial Sheet Dept. 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The qualified candidate will have 5-7 years experi­ ence in this type of position and must be computer lit­ erate Job descriptions and qualifications are available upon request Wages based upon experience Excellent ben­ efits and workirig conditions. AM applicants are subject to a criminal background check and drug screen Please submit resume or apply to: Human Resource Department Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road • Hastings, Ml 49058 EOE ^ornapple | T �The Sun and News. Middleville. MlNovember 19. 2002/Page 13 From previous page sion., a preference repeated by several trustees. Trustee Nick Unger said not enough thought had been given to the best place for such an entrance onto the village property. It is not known how the village residents feci about the use of village property of what projects they would prefer it be used for. and likely an official survey to determine that preference would be required. Trustee Jim Bierlein said. "They aren't making any more land, and we shouldn't be too hasty about it." As pointed out by Trustee Dan Erskine. "There's noth­ ing written any place that says we've got to sell it. Nothing says we’ve gotta give it away." However, Erskine said he thought the connector was "a fine idea, for the better­ ment of the future of Cale­ donia." Erskine was more in favor of the initial offer Baker made, which required only an option for the first right of refusal, and ‘with no strings attached, when and if..." He said Baker should try to work this out because the village had already done its fair share. Stalsonburg was told to convey to Baker, based on Planning Commission ap­ proval of plan A. he could either begin building as originally planned in the long-approved version of the PUD. or wait for the village to explore the options, in the hope of a possible option to VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE Synopsis of Meeting COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 22, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7 00 pm by Mr Lon Myers. Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall Members present Mr Floyd Bray. Mrs Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon. Mr Michael Lytle. Mr Lon Myers, Mr Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg A Public Hearing, for the pur­ pose of heanng citizen comment regarding request to establish Industrial Development District was called to order by Mr Myers There was no public comment A Public Hearing, for the pur­ pose of hearing citizen comment regarding request for Industnal Facilities Exemption Certificate (Abatement Request), was called to order by Mr. Myers. There was no public comment. Minutes of the October 08. 2002 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as written Mr. David Bargamian approached Council regarding the Metaldyne lease Mike Bremer updated Council on the programs being run by TAPRC. The Earth Tech report was reviewed ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Adopted Resolution #02014, Establish Industrial Development District on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Bray Roll call vote resulted in 7 Ayes 2 Adopted Resolution #02015, Request for Industnal Facilities Exemption Certificate (Abatement Request) on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Ron call vote resulted in 7 Ayes 3. Approve the invoices dated October 18. 2002 in the amount of $114,051.15 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and support ed by Mr Lytle 4 Authonzed the Ground Lease Estoppel for signature, m reference to the Metaidyne lease, on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 5 Changed the regularly scheduled December meetings to December 17. 2002 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon 6 Approved the recommen­ dation of the Planning Commission to approve the pre bmtnary PUD for Town Center on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Approved the Drainage Distnct Agreement tor Rotting Oaks on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 8. Accepted the deeds to two stops of land near Rotting Oaks on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 9 Adjourned the meeting at 7 54 p.m on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Kenyon Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk. Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 a m and 5:00 p m Monday through Friday (301) buy village property. Penfold asked. ‘Why can't plan A go ahead, only 44 feet at the west side?" This would leave the way open to one day work out having the street access. This would mean rearranging the older plan, shifting the buildings on the lots, moving some property lines on the site plan and changing some set backs. This also would re­ quire a PUD amendment. Amending the PUD would require a public hear­ ing. more time and expense. Stalsonburg said Baker was anxious to start construction for one of the commercial lots involved in the two plans. Other issues facing Baker on plan B are over alignment of North Rodgers Drive on the proposed cor­ ner in the plan, and gaining M-DOT’s approval of an­ other Glen Valley access on M-37. Plan A allows more room for a buffer between the commercial area and the residential area to the west. Baker could choose to go ahead with plan A. already approved. Stalsonburg said he would take the idea back to Baker, but could not say what the final decision the PUD to allow plan B. but stop short of building the would be. Penfold said he hoped for street. He pointed out the a compromise, suggesting street could not be built until Baker might ask to amend next spring, anyway. This MSRP 23,640 - 4,473 819,167 would allow more time for the council to work out the details, perhaps with a solu­ tion that would satisfy all concerned. Seif Savings $1,473 Rebate $2,000 Free Leather SI,000 $4,473 Additional Savings For GM Employees and Family Members Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick —T"V-— tAondn, 4 WwcTwedny 8 IO 8. Tunndn, Thmdny A Fntev >-«. SMrta, » f?00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 816-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 “At Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise.” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? 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MINovember 19. 2002 Downsized church plan given preliminary OK by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Whitncyvillc Bible Church gained approval from the Caledonia Planning Commission on Nov. 4 for a preliminary site plan for its new church building on 8649 Whitncyvillc Ave. The building will be lo­ cated on the west side of the road. The area is zoned agri­ cultural. which allows for residential use. Todd Owen of Williams and Works represented the church group. Much of the property is wooded except for the front five acres. Owen said, and a house and two barns are now on the parcel. He said the Kent CountyRoad Commission had ap­ proved a driveway location to accommodate sight dis­ tance from a hill to the south on Whitncyvillc. The parking lot will allow 85 cars to park on the site, with overflow parking in the rear, and it exceeds the park­ ing ordinance by 10 percent, Owen said. The church does not want to cause people to park on the road in the event of a well attended event, such as on a holiday. A serv­ ice drive for delivery and re­ fuse pickup will be located on the north side. The plan has been altered considerably from an earlier concept. The previous plan would have placed the building more to the west, the building and parking would have been larger, and would have required moving and mitigating the wetlands north and west of the pro­ posed parking area. No dredging, filling or impact on the wetland is required. CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL Regular Meeting Summary Minute* of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia November 11, 2002 Call to Order at 7 00 p m Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine. Unger. Audy. Bierlein. Penfold. Maviglia. Regan & Ayers Absent: Zandstra Consideration of meeting agenda Approval of Consent Agenda Motion earned Public Comment* - none Township Liaison Report Village Manager Report: A A truck was purchased. 2002 Chevy 1 Ton B Mill Street improvements The other bids were investigated and Marks Asphalt re-adjusted their bid to $9500 Motion car­ ried C Make a Difference Day will be repeated on Saturday. November 23. 2002. Village President Report. Discussion regarding Village owned land on M37. at the WWTP site Unfinished Business: none New Business: A RQ2-31 Resolution to appoint Mike Mavigha to the ..Caledonia-.-Village Council. Motion earned B. R02-32 Resolution to appoint Mike Mavigha to the Joint Sewer Com­ mittee Motion earned C R02-33 Resolution to Plumbing Inspector lor tt)C ViIIhqc of CaJfKlooi3. Motion carried D RQ2-34 Resolution to Approve theSuggested Revisions to_ the Intergovernmental Contract of the MML Liability and Property Pool, Motion earned E. Cheryl VanTil, from the Kent District Library gave a brief presentation on all the amenities that are offered at our library and broke down the cost per book F Noise Ordinance - Unger & Mavigiia will be review­ ing a sample Ordinance and will gnre a report at the next Council Meeting G Doug Staisonburg pre­ sented site plans A & B for the commercial Lot 10 in the Glen Valley PUD The Council came up with a C version that they preferred and Doug was to get back to the PC regarding changes if any Council wanted the PC to review Master Plan for Village property located at the WWTP for future uses H Application for Amentech to bore under N Rodgers Dr Mobon earned I Amentech Blanket Permit for 2003 Motion earned. Public Comment: Meeting Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Sandra Ayers, Clerk (303) Owen said. Wetland boundaries were defined by MacGregor Environmental. The plans included topog­ raphical drawings showing the grades on the site, ena­ bling the commissioners to determine where stormwater runoff would move toward the northwest. A dry detention facility will be created. Storm water will drain from the property at the same rate it does now. in its undeveloped state, a rate that has been deter­ mined to mean 1.3 percent normally runs off. Ten per­ cent is expected to be lost through absorption and evaporation and 90 percent is planned to be contained and filtered through the sur­ rounding area and the "open dish" detention facility, Owen explained. The plan had not yet gone to the Kent County Drain Commissioner at that point. The plan still must meet fi­ nal approval by the town­ ship engineer and the com­ missioners. Commissioner Wally Bujak mentioned possible im­ pacts downstream, unless all measures were properly de­ signed so water is absorbed and filtered before migrating to the wetland. Because of the steep grade, the system also will use step dams and silt fences to catch any excess drainage from the building and park­ ing lot and prevent erosion in the sandy soil. In an area where there are no public utilities, the site will require an on site well and septic system. The building will be 14.640 square feet, with seating for 215 people pro­ posed. Setbacks and screening are indicated on the plan. The south part of the site is already wooded. Any clear­ ing on the site is indicated for construction workers. The final site plan is to in­ clude parking lot screening to shield residents at the north from headlights in the evening. In other recent Planning Commission business: Foremost Insurance Com­ pany reported the end use of the waste water treatment facility for the planned unit development (PUD) was be­ ing reached. The three wells on the PUD are being turned over to the township to sup­ ply residents with water in the northwest water district. The company asked for a minor amendment to the PUD, to allow it to keep the structure for storage of equipment and space to be used by the maintenance staff, though the sewage treatment function would no longer be operational. Taking down the heavy concrete and brick structure would be difficult and ex­ pensive, and spokesman Steve Vergink said Fore­ most hoped to be allowed to adapt its use. No storage of chemicals or hazardous ma­ terials would be allowed. An inspection and DEQ state­ ment of the decommission of the plant was yet to be provided. The Planning Commis­ sion approved the change in end use. and the preliminary minor amendment to the PUD. The request is to have a second review by the com­ missioners. TTES adds fees, raises service fees The fees for Thornapple Township ambulance charges have been raised and four fees were added for specialized fire services, af­ ter action by the Township Board last week. Basic life support services have been raised from $350 to $455: the first ’evel of ad­ vanced life support was raised from $500 to $585. but the second level remains at $600. Scheduled transfers will continue to be charged $600. Mileage fees also will go up slightly. Fees were set for fire service at $3(X) for personal injury calls. $5(X) for extri­ cations. $5<X) for auto fires and $250 for leaks and spills. In other business, the board reappointed Linda Gasper. Ron Buning and Wes VanRhce to the Plan­ ning Commission. The council also approved raising Ken Schaffer to rank of captain tn the fire serviceand the appointments of Tckeitha Rubbers and Nicholas Hammond as paid on-call fire fighters. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice ^Iianbsgiving Thanksgiving should be a way of life... not a holiday! That's why we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your patronage! Personal “small town” service and “big town” know-how. ED'S BODY SHOP N-J7 __ z i» - I - I® I--- 110 Johnson Street at Kinsley One block off Main Street tn Downtown Caledonia (616) 891-0150 Fax (616) 891-0446 NOTICEPUBLIC.HEARING 7:00 PM. MEETING NOTICE A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7:05 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20th, 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan NOTE: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 lENIATiVEJtGENJSA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF) 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the November 6. 2002 meeting B Correspondence Not requiring Board Acbon C Approval to Pay Bitts D Treasurer s Report E. Butding Department Report F Utilities Report G FOIA Report 6 INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 7 REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF 8 CORRESPONDENCE 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS A Resolution For the 2002 Winter Special Assess ment Districts B. Contract 2 • C.D. Barnes Change Order Request for Approval C. Pitless Adapter Replace­ ment Well #1 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED) 13. ADJOURNMENT (304) LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS DECEDENT’S TRUST Estate of MARY STOTZ McGOOKEY TRUST UAD 1/a 85 as amended TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS The decedent. Mary Stotz McGookey, who lived at 10959 Gun Lake Road. Middleville Michigan, <*ed 10/29/02. Creditors of the deceased are notified that all claims against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to the Successor Co-Trustees, JEF FREY S McGOOKEY. KATH­ LEEN L. McGQOKEY and BANK ONE Of Grand Rarxls Michigan, c/o Jeffrey S McGookey. 2201 Inn wood. Kentwood Ml 49508, within tour (4) months after the date of pub­ lication of this notice John T Klees (P-42185) PO Box 1767 Grand Rapids Ml 49501-1767 (616) 459-1971 Jeffrey S McGookey, Kathleen L McGookey and Bank One c/o Jeffrey S McGookey 2201 Innwood Kentwood, Ml 49508 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS DECEDENT’S TRUST Estate of JAMES E McGOOKEY TRUST UAD 1/8/85 as amended TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, James E McGookey, who lived at 10959 Gun Lake Road Middleville, Michigan, died 10/14/02 Creditors of the deceased ate notified that ail claims against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to the Successor Co-Trustees, JEF­ FREY S McGOOKEY KATH­ LEEN L. McGOOKEY, and BANK ONE of Grand Rapids. Michigan, c/o Jeffrey S McGookey. 2201 Innwood, Kentwood. Ml 49508, within tour (4) months after the date of pub­ lication of this notice. John T Kiees (P-42185) PO Box 1767 Grand Rapids. Ml 49501-1767 (616) 459-1971 Jeffrey S. McGookey, Kathleen L McGookey and Bank One c/o Jeffrey S McGookey 2201 Innwood Kentwood. Ml 49508 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MINovember 19. 2002/Page 15 Cable rates rising again in Yankee Springs by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Much to the dismay and resignation of those in the audience at the Nov. 13 (re­ scheduled from its original date of Nov. 14) Yankee Springs clerk Jan Lippert announced that basic cable fees will go from $12.50 to $15.25 in February. The good news is that township residents will not be charged on their taxes for the Gun River Watershed assessment used by the Barry County Drain Com­ mission for the clean up and maintenance of the drains. The township voted to pay that $2,880 fee plus a fee of $112.50 to inspect the Gun Lake dam from the general fund. Supervisor Al McCrumb announced that the township will take advantage of Barry County’s AAA bond rating to purchase the bonds for the proposed water tower, now to be built in 2004. Once all the information is received, including the ex­ act fee. the township will have to pass a resolution. McCrumb also announced that he is working with the engineering firm to com­ plete forms required by the federal government Fees for the bond can be included in the bond amount for the low interest loan from the Drink­ ing Water Revolving Fund. The performance bond for Thompson McCully will be returned by the township. This is for a long closed small gravel operation. At the start of the meeting the board held a hearing on a special assessment district for homeowners along an unnamed road off of Cobb Lake Road. Their district was approved but work will not be completed until spring. In planning matters the board had to work without the assistance of zoning ad­ ministrator Ken Worsham who was unable to attend the rescheduled meeting. The board approved re­ zoning property on M-37 from RR to suburban resi­ dential as recommended by the planning commission. The Boulder Ridge subdi­ vision into six parcels was also approved. In a switch the board ap­ proved the combining of 28 small parcels located in the Barlow Lake area into three larger parcels. A road ease­ ment, for a road on the plat but not built, will have to be part of the purchase agree­ ment for one of these prop­ erties. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs township board is on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Cd/ 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad and reach over 11,000 area homes BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Fire safety important at Lee • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... 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MI November 19. 2002 Over 100 turn out for Middleville Turkey Trot There were a few tight finishes who finished in 17:51. Rebecca Winchester of Middleville took home the women’s 5K prize finishing in 22:15. The 10K race was won by Bender Road in front of TK High School was filled with 1 mile. 5 K and 10 K runners. TK’s varsity cross-coun­ try season officially ended with the Turkey Trot Nov. 9. and the next one began as the team raised funds for fu­ ture teams. The annual 5K. 10K and fun runs hx>k 129 runners all around Middleville, and the top runners were racing for gift certificates from Tom Otto's Turkey Farm. Prize winners in the 5K race were Allegan’s Joe Cantwell on the men’s side The first 5K runner reaches for the finish Middleville riddle contest continues into week four by Patricia Johns The first woman in the 5K runs for the finish line The first miler sprints to the finish line Dan Hoekstra of Grand Rap­ ids in 31:39. Amy Kuitse of South Bend. Ind. was the top woman in the 10K with a 41:11 finish. This dog and his master both finished the 5 K. At Your Service! Staff Writer The puzzle clue revealed on the sign at the Mid­ dleville Christian Reformed Church yesterday. Monday. Nov. 18 means that more than half of the 17 “A" clues in the Middleville Riddle contest have been revealed. The contest began on Oct. 30 and will end when some­ one finds the key to a treas­ ure worth approximately $200 donated by local busi­ nesses. Tom DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church, will post new clues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, the clues will be posted at all the sponsor lo­ cations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms are at the par­ ticipating donors listed be­ low. The game consists of 17 riddles which will be re­ vealed two lines at a time. Each of these couplets will be identified. For example, couplet 1A will be the first two lines of Riddle #1 and couplet 3C will be lines 5 and 6 of riddle 3. DeVries will post all the A clues first, followed by all the B clues and then the “O’ clues DeVries will post these couplets, (which are not be in order) on the sign in front of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church on West Main Street on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. “Sometimes I will need both sides of the sign to complete the couplet," DeVries says. Riddle solvers should pull into the church parking lot to read the sign. Clues from the previous week will be available on Saturdays at the sponsors. On Tuesdays, the previous weeks clues will be printed in the Sun and News. DeVries says, " Il is im­ portant for riddle solvers to pay attention to their answer sheet and fill in their an­ swers in the right spot.” “The answer to a riddle will usually (but not always) be a number.” DeVries says. The game will end when someone using the clues from the riddle finds the key to the treasure. The first per­ son to find the key will win all the prizes. rhe rules of this game in­ clude pulling into the park­ ing lot to read the clues, players must observe all civil laws and regulations. Anyone breaking laws try­ ing to win this game will be disqualified. DeVries says, “There is no need to race anywhere to find the key. The game is designed so that it is very unlikely that two people will come up with the final an­ swer at the same time." DeVries has hidden the key in an accessible and safe place and has provided a list of places it won’t be. These include anywhere higher than 6 feet off the ground, within 10 feet of a paved road, under ground, under a bridge, within 15 feet of wa­ ter. on state land that is open for hunting. Middleville Christian Reformed Church property, any school grounds or property or in­ side a building. DeVries says, “the key is located somewhere within Thornapple Township.” Places to look for the key in­ clude the outside area of a store, business or office building, a park, hiking trail, village property or attached to some object in a field within 1 (X) yards of a road. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video, Middleville Parts Plus, Mid Town Cafe, Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2(XX), 4 Star Video, TK Kitchen, Middleville market Place, Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. 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Ml November 19. 2002/Page 1 Scots ‘coast’ into this week’s district action Caledonia's Shelby King (20) gets off a one handed jumper through a crowd of Vikings (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Following their big win over South Christian. Nov. 5. the Caledonia varsity girls' basketball team hit the skids a little bit heading into this week's district action. The Fighting Scots dropped their final three OK Gold games to finish the season 12-7 overall. "Ever since the South game we’ve been coasting." said Scots coach Angie Stauffer. Stauffer says that her Scots need to find their own identity rather than continue as they have been, worrying about their opponents style of play. They need to find their own style. Caledonia faced off against Kelloggsville in the first round of districts Mon­ day night, and if the ship was righted will meet up with Rogers in the district semi’s in Caledonia on Wednesday Nov. 20 at 6p.m. On the other half of the bracket. Wednesday Nov. 20 following the Caledonia and Rogers matchup. South Christian takes on the win­ ner of Monday’s game be­ tween Godwin Heights and Wyoming Park. The district finals are set for Friday night. Nov. 22 at 7. in Caledonia. There’s a good chance that it could be the third showdown of the season between South and Caledonia Thursday Nov. 14 Kcnowa Hills captured the O-K Gold crown with late victory over the Scots. A Mindy Bode three point play broke a 44-44 tie. but Kenowa answered with a three point bomb of their own with eight seconds left. Caledonia had the ball with a chance to win, or at least force overtime, but a turnover and a foul sent the Knight’s senior Jodie Haines to the free throw line with less than two seconds left. Haines knocked down the pair to give Kenowa a 49-47 win. Mindy Bode led the Scots with 17 points, and Julie Slot added 10. Haines had a game high 18 for Kenowa. The Knights win com­ bined with Unity Christian knocking off South Chris­ tian. gave Kenowa the league crown. Tuesday Nov. 12 the Scots made the trip up to Wyoming Park's Megan Burke (42) gets a hand in the face of the Scots’ Megan Sandtveit. as Park’s Angel Chan comes crashing in from behind. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Wyoming Park and were downed 40-34. The Scots led 23-19 at the end of the first half on the strength of their defense, and being perfect on their ten free throw attempts in the first half. Slot and Shelby King were both four for four, and Amanda Jandahl knocked down her two attempts. But the Scots couldn’t rely on free throws in the second half, they didn’t shoot one. Park was called for only two fouls in the en­ tire second half. “Three would have been nice.” said Stauffer after the game. “I don’t think I’ve ever been to a basketball game where a team was only called for two fouls in a sec­ ond half.” That’s something coming from Stauffer. “But that’s not an ex­ cuse.” A three pointer by Park’s Megan Burke gave the Vi­ kings a 25-23 lead midway through the third quarter. The Vikings held the lead until midway through the fourth when King made a Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car • Quick claims response and sound advice It's the tray insurance should be STAUFFER & WIGGERS IMSURAJtCE AGEMCY 612 E Mam St • Caledonia Ml 49316 616.891 9294 great pass to find Slot cut­ ting along the baseline. Slot put the Scots up 32-31. After a Park bucket, Slot’s 12th, and final points of the night, put Caledonia up 34-33 with 3:10 to play. They were Caledonia’s fi­ nal points. Julie Slot (32) goes in for two of her team high 12 points in the Scots loss to Wyoming Park (Photo by Brett Bremer) From there Park went on a 7-0 run to close out the game. Park was nine of ten from the free throw line in the second half, including hitting four of four in the fi­ nal minute. "It just didn’t quite go the way we wanted." said Stauf­ fer. Slot led the Scots with 12 points and seven rebounds. King finished with ten points and four boards. �Page 18/The Sun and News. MtddleviHe. Ml/November 19. 2002 Trojan eagers end Blue season with OT win Trojan freshman Jessica Flaska (33) tries to get her hands back on the basketball. (Photo by Brett Bremer) By Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans' varsity girls' basketball team headed into their district matchup Mon­ day night against Hastings on a high note by gunning down Godwin Heights in overtime last Thursday 5753. With TK coach Marcy Megan Dutcher led the TK attack in the Trojans come back win over Godwin Heights, scoring 10 of her team high 15 points in the second half (Photo by Brett Bremer) Al (& Toys for Kids collection point) 2005 Pontiac Vibe 1999 Buick Century Automatic. CD. sharp* Custom 3 2000 Chevy Blazer LT 2002 Chevy Malibu V-6 auto Mr. <wW >4K mites CAVIN SALES HOURS Mon 4 Wed 8lo 8; • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middle villa SERVICE HOURS: Tues. - Fri. 8 to 5. Uyl out giving birth to the newest Trojan, the Wolver­ ines pulled away at the end of the first half, and pushed their lead to 11 points, 42-31 early in the fourth period, but then the comeback was on. Fighting to tie the game at 48 with 34 seconds left, the Trojans were led by Stacy Vander Werp, and Megan Dutcher with 6 and 8 points in the run. Ryan Lavich tied it with a free throw for TK. Godwin quickly re­ sponded with a bucket from Noelia Garcia, who had 15 joints on the night. With just ten seconds re­ maining TK’s Chanda Brice made a great defensive play to chase down Garcia who’d gotten behind the Trojans press and was going in for a layup. Garcia knocked down the first freethrow to put the Heights up three, but the second rattled out. The Trojans raced the ball up the court, and sophomore Ashley Aspinall knocked down the game tying three from the left comer. All night the Wolverines had packed their zone into the paint and dared TK to beat them from the outside. The Trojans were finally able to take advantage, and took the momentum into OT. Aspinall opened the extra period with another three pointer, her third of the night, and the Trojans held the Wolverines to just two free throws in OT. TK athletic director Mark Uyl showed up for the Fin­ ish, and the Trojans were able to share their triumph with their coach over the cell phone. Dutcher led the Trojans with 15 points on the night, and Aspinall finished with 11. Lavich poured in 10 points for TK, and Vander Werp had nine. The two teams battled back and forth in the first Senior Janine Dykstra (20) got the start in the final game of the regular season. Here she battles for an offensive rebound with a Wolverine. (Photo by Brett Bremer) half. Godwin played good D. clogging the middle and holding Vander Werp to only a free throw in the first half, but the Wolverines missed numerous close shots on the other end of the floor. Vander Werp’s free throw gave the Trojans their final lead before overtime, with a couple minutes left before half. A long three at the buzzer by Soraida Garcia sent the Godwin fans into a frenzy and gave the Wolverines the momentum heading into the second half. The victory gives the Tro­ jans a final regular season record of 4-16, with a 2-12 mark in the O-K Blue. One game better than Godwin in the conference. The next to the last game of the season, Tuesday Nov. 12, the Trojans fell to Rogers for the second time, 54-45. TK led by four at the half, but were outscored 36-23 in the second. Vander Werp led the Tro­ jans with 13, and Flaska added 11. Lindsey Dyke had a game high 18 for Rogers. The winner of Monday, Nov. 18’s rematch between TK and Hastings will face Delton on Wednesday Nov. 20 at 8 p.m. in Hastings. On the other side of the district bracket, Lakewood faces Allegan 6p.m. Nov. 20 at Hastings High School. The District finals arc set for Friday night, Nov. 22 at 7. 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Both the high school and middle school bands will be per­ forming seasonal music and off course Santa will put Middleville on his pre Christmas Eve schedule to appear” The parade leaves McFall and then everyone marches Contest, continued from page 16 the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. The clues for week 3 arc listed below followed by clues from the previous weeks. Clue 7A How many strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 3 A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Que 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your land yachts to be repaired by me? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, which you can take home for all to view? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be, for me to strike the wood I see? Week one began with these two clues. Clue 4 A: “When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Clue 1 A: “Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” down Main Street to the Middleville Methodist Church. Santa will have some time to meet with chil­ dren following the parade. On the same day the women al the Methodist Church will hold their an­ nual cookie walk with a vast variety of cookies available to be purchased. From 11 a m. until 2 p.m. Carveth Village will have a holiday bazaar with hand crafted items and gift bags for children. For information about registering for the parade call Kenyon at 795-3669. Items sought for Sun & News holiday calendar It’s that time of year again when the Sun and News publishes a calendar of holi­ day events sponsored by lo­ cal churches. From Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day lo­ cal church members prepare special music, programs, puppet shows and even live Nativity displays. To get information about an event into the Sun and News to be published on a space available basis at no charge, information needs to be sent to the attention of Patricia Johns via email at jadnews(avoyager.net or fax at 945-5192. Information can also be dropped off or mailed to the J-Ad offices at 1351 M-43 in Hastings. The name of the church should be on all pages of the information. The telephone number of a contact person is also helpful. The deadline for calendar information is 4 p.m. on Thursdays through Dec. 19. While calendar items will not be taken over the tele­ phone. for more information about this service of the Sun and News call 945-9554, ext 228. Place your pie orders soon for Thanksgiving! 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FREE DESSERT' Featured November Dinner Specials Wednesday Tuesday Monday $1°° off Burrito Sizzlers Specials Hot Pot Roast Sandwich Saturday Thursday Friday Fresh Cod Fish n Chips... *6.50 Baked Chicken Prime Rib Dinner The Best Ama nd! potatoes * gravy cotestw ft bteout) | | This Thanksgiving with every dinner purchased. | (One coupon good foe whole party) j Open Bowling All Day! Middle Villa Inn On M-37, North of Middleville 795-3640 or 891-1287 �Page 20/The Sun and News. MiddleviHe. Ml/November 19, 2002 Chestnuts roasting at Caledonia Library by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Jack Frost is just starting to nip at noses but the Cale- donia branch of the Kent District Library is already getting ready for the holiday season with some old-fash- ioned chestnut roasting. Leslie Sow ers of Chestnut Farm in Kentwood will be at the library this Saturday. Nov. 23, to roast chestnuts for patrons to purchase. Sowers’ aim is to promote the education of chestnuts in CALEDONIA HIGHSCHOOL theater production off. “an outstanding success Caledonia High School Guys and Dolls production wishes to thank our community for their incredible support. lie proudly recognize the following businesses for their outstanding contributions to our success. Please join us in our sincere appreciation by bringing them your business and referrals. Sky High Rollers National Boverhof Builders Amusements Caledonia Lumber Room with a Hue Greg Wagner Design State Bank of Hungry Howies Caledonia The Kostumc Room \athan ’s Lucky Sevens J-Ad Graphics Seif Chiropractic Stewart Systems Subway Swierenga Jewelers Applied Imaging Cascade Chiropractic Center Country Town Flora) Hastings City Bank Special Acknowledgements, Restaurants: Fortune Chef, Fresh Start Cafe, McDonald's, Sam’s Joint, Main Street, 68th Street Grill. Sam’s Joint, Alaska, Raffaela’s by Pagano’s, Big ‘O’ Fish House. Businesses: Thomas Grias, DDS, Snider Communications, Inc., Blimpie, Hulst and Sons Dry Cleaners, Janshers, Contempo Salon, KC’s Footwear, Hockey Specialty, Camps, Vito’s Pizza, Dressed by Donna the area, as well as to bring a bit of nostalgic holiday feeling to the library. Sowers is well known at the library for her soaps, which are handmade. She is scheduled to bring these po­ tential stocking stuffers along with her as well. Sowers is scheduled to ar- rive at the library at 10 a m. For more information about Sowers and Chestnut Farm, call her at 455-4552. For more information about the chestnut roasting event and other programs at the Cale­ donia branch of the Kent District Library, call them at 647-3840. Vehicles damaged by unknown objects Three vehicles were dam­ aged Nov. 3 on Patterson Road near M-179 in Yankee Springs after nightfall when a northbound vehicle ap­ proached and passed, ac­ cording to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice. Troopers said that as the vehicle passed, all three ve­ hicles were struck by an un­ known object. Damaged were a 2000 Ford truck (windshield.) a 1998 Chevrolet truck (driver side mirror broken off) and a 1994 Geo Metro (“A” pillar dented and scratched). Police said no one was hurt and ask that anyone with information call Trooper Kelly Linebaugh at the Michigan State Police at 948-8283. DNR storage shed broken into A DNR storage shed in tered the shed. Yankee Springs State Park “Once inside, several was broken into and a state- items were moved around owned motorcycle was sto­ and a 1990 Suzuki motorcy­ len sometime between Nov. cle had been taken." said po­ 5 and Nov. 7, according to lice. “Il is valued at $800.” the Michigan State Police. Evidence was left at the DNR officers reported scene, said police who con­ that an overhead door was tinue their investigation. damaged when suspects en- what are you doing next Sunday? how about visiting us? Caledonia M-37/Broadmoor Ave. just north of 84th St. 9:30 am & 11:00 am Brightside Community Church www.brightside.org 616.891.0287 Join us for: • Children's Programs (all ages) • Casual Dress • Contemporary Upbeat Music • Non-Denominational • Encouraging Messages � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-11-26.pdf 460f8da11e320f7a90023d0d2b46886a PDF Text Text Yoik Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville ar.d Caledonia Areas No. 48/November 26, 2002 131st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 Car-tree crash claims life of TK student, 2 others hurt by Shelly Suber Staff Writers Police are still investigat­ ing an accident that claimed the life of a 14-year-old Thornapple Kellogg High School freshman and injured two other students when the car they were in struck a tree after school Thursday. Robert H. “Bobby” Mun­ joy III of Middleville was pronounced dead at the scene of the single car crash around 3 p.m. on Loop Road, about a mile west of Irving Road. The 16-year-old driver, Matthew Flietstra. was ad- Michigan State Police accident reconstructionist Phil Vannette investigates the crash Thursday on Loop Road which claimed the life of a Thornapple Kellogg High School freshman. (Sun and News photo by Shelly Sulser) Students signed sympathy cards Friday for the family of classmate Bobby Munjoy, 14. who died in a car accident Thursday that injured two other stu­ dents. (Sun and News photo by Patricia Johns) Robert “Bobby" Munjoy III mitted to Pennock Hospital with a broken leg and is listed in serious but stable condition while passenger Nicholas Mooney, also 16, was treated at Pennock Hos­ pital in Hastings and re­ leased, according to com­ bined sources. At school Friday, students received the news from the District Crisis Team, which immediately made them­ selves available to students. “The district crisis team met and discussed a set of planned procedures that have taken or will take place to help our students work through their grief,’’ said Su­ perintendent Kevin Konarska in a letter to parents. “Our trained crisis team and caring staff will be available See crash claims life, pg. 2 TK outscores Allegan, 6249 Lady Trojans win cage district championship junior Whitney Robertson with 7, sophomore Ashley Aspinall with 5 and seniors Megan Dykstra, Ryan Lavich and Stacy Vander Werp with two apiece. Coach Marcy Uyl praised her team for their confi­ dence and composure when the two leading scorers got into foul trouble. “Defensively we did a good job,” she says. “We had excellent help from the bench” by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Maybe it was the deco­ rated bus, intelligent play or simply confidence, but Mid­ dleville's girls’ basketball squad has won a Class B district championship. After a not-so-ste liar regular season (a 4-16 re­ cord overall), the Lady Tro­ jans pulled off the unlikely feat with a 62-49 over Alle­ gan in the finals Friday eve­ ning in Hastings. The game began with a heartfelt singing of the na­ tional anthem by the fans when the tape player stopped in the middle. At the end of the first quarter, TK led by one point, 15 to 14. Even with Allegan making the last shot of the half, the Trojans still led at intermission. 31 to 23. In the third quarter Mid­ dleville increased its lead to 12 and then by 13, but when the penod ended, TK was ahead 45 to 34. The fourth quarter began with TK in foul trouble. Me­ gan Dutcher was forced to Ibc Lady Trojans, now 716 overall, will play Mon­ day, Nov. 25, at Lakewood High School in the regional contest against Byron Cen­ ter, an O-K Blue foe who has beaten the Trojans by an average of 40 points in the teams two meetings this sea­ son. Tip off is set for 8p.m., following the other regional semi between Grand Rapids South Christian and Jackson See TK eagers, pg. 20 In This Issue.. Delighted smiles filled the faces of this year s Thomapple Kellogg Lady Trojan s basketball team, the winners of the Class B girts basketball district contest Friday at Hastings The girls play again in the regional competition at Lakewood High School exit with five fouls. She was one of three TK players to score in double digits with 11. The final minutes of the fourth quarter were exciting, as the teams traded turn­ overs and free throws, but at the final buzzer, TK pre­ vailed. Leading scorers were freshman Jessica Flaska with 18 points and junior Chanda Brice with 15. Also scoring for TK were Steps taken to change the face of Middleville Whitneyville church plan wins approval Gaines Township man’s body found in car after fire Caledonia Township man’s death ruled a homicide �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/November 26. 2002 Bowens Mills plans weekend dances, Christmas festivities Sabin. Her grandfather. Carl Marble, met her grandmothe. Bernice, at a dance at the mill. When her parents. Neal Cook and Marion (Cook) Frye purchased the mill, her dad sat for hours listening to old-timers talking about the mill's part in a very active community. Carieen and her husband, Owen, are second genera­ tion milters who purchased the property five years ago from her parents. They hope lf the snow keeps up. horse drawn sleigh rides will make a visit to the Old Mill to make it a center of com­ before Christmas a memory to remember munity activity again. Dances, featuring the Owen’s idea to be open for 29. Dec. 6. Dec. 13, Dec. 20. the mill. It will be the start Landmark Band, are held in Christmas. I am glad we de­ Dec. 27 with an additional of a great year of celebra­ the new Gathering Place, just completed earlier this cided to do it. The Gathering dance scheduled for Ne>* tion.” For more information year. The Landmark Restau­ Place is so welcoming we Year’s Eve. Tuesday, Dec. about events at the Old Mill rant also sells some of its fa­ know our guests will enjoy 31. from 7 to 11 p.m. at Bowens Mills call 269Sabin says. “New Year’s it." mous pizza and other snacks Dances featuring live Eve will be the start of our 795-7530 or visit the web are available. Dances are held from 7 to country music are scheduled 25th anniversary of our fam­ site wwwBowensMills.com. ily’s owning and operating 11 p.m. and there is a S3 per for Friday evenings, Nov. person admission charge. This Friday. Nov. 29, dancers will discover a win­ ter wonderland as well, since the annual “Christmas at the Mill” celebration se­ Santa will visit the Gathering Place beginning Nov. rics begins at noon. 29 Christian Reformed, Leigh­ music. by Patricia Johns Sabin says that more than The guest speaker for this ton United Methodist, Mid­ Staff Writer 20 trees have been decorated Eight area churches have dleville United Methodist. Advent service is the Rev in the Gathering Place. The combined their resources Crystal Springs Christian Ben Ridder of lake Odessa kickoff is at noon Friday, and invited the community and Missionary Alliance, Christian Reformed Church. Nov. 29, and the Christmas Speakers for the other to an hour of caroling and Peace Reformed. Gun Lake event will be open from bells at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. Community, Gaines United churches will talk about ad noon until 5 p.m. on Satur­ vent, and the joy of the com­ 1, in the Thornapple Kellogg Brethren and Parmalee days and Sundays from ing holiday. United Methodist. auditorium. noon until 5 p.m. The carols will include The Middleville United Churches sponsoring this Dates for “ft’s Christmas way to begin the Christmas Methodist Church Handbell the familiar like “O Come, at the Mill” are Nov. 29 and O Come, Emmanuel," "Do season are Middleville choir will present special 30, Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, you hear what I hear?” and 17, 21 and 22. Open hours “Silent Night.” are from noon until 5 p.m. This hour long service, and Santa is always ready to Crash claims life, from pg. 1 according to Tom DeVries, will lighten the spirit and hear secrets. Gifts, greens, Christmas to students. I know you love you, Bobby” or “you help participants remember trees, family photos and share the grief and sorrow of will be in our hearts for­ the meaning of the season. gifts will be available to pur­ those involved in this terri­ ever.” ble circumstance and that Munjoy was reportedly on chase. Sabin says, “It was you will join us in keeping his way home when Flictstra them in our hearts and allegedly failed to negotiate prayers.” a curve, left the roadway Students were provided and struck a tree head on. with the names and phone “Speed and road condi­ numbers of five adults will­ tions are factors in the ing to counsel students crash,” said troopers, who through their grief. said alcohol is not believed On the high school library to be involved. window, students posted Munjoy reportedly was a hand made, poster sized life long area resident and sympathy cards on which was the son of Nancy dozens of students wrote Stroonsnyder of Grand Rap­ messages and signed their ids and Robert Munjoy 11 of Middleville. names. A visitation was held for “You always kept me 269-795-003J laughing.' wrote one stu­ him Sunday at Beeler Fu­ neral Home in Middleville dent. “I had such a fun summer while his funeral was sched­ 4611 North M-37 Hwy. • Middleville with you,” wrote another. uled for 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, at the First Baptist 269 795 0053 “You’re a great friend.” Many students wrote, “I Church of Middleville. Munjoy was the second student killed this school year. The first was 13-ycarold Eric Rcyff, who was kilted in August when the Why pay car he was in was struck from behind by* a distracted twice as much driver in Caledonia. It is the sixth consecutive for your year that a Thornapplc Kel­ logg student has been killed Internet in an automobile crash. No other information was access? available at press time Fri­ day and the crash remains under investigation. Sun and News reporter Patricia Johns contributed Think Extreme. Inc. to this report. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There have been dances on Friday nights at the new Bowens Mills Gathering Place Friday and Saturday evenings, another demon­ stration of how the “past lives again ' at the mill, ac­ cording to co-owner Carieen Community Hymn Sing set for Dec. 1 at TK Auditorium jd/ter Effects Studio iMasses by �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml'November 26. 2002/Page 3 Board recognizes student accompishments by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Superintendent Kevin Konarska reveled in the chance to give “credit where credit is due" during the Nov. 11 Board of Education meeting. He praised the room full of conference champions from the high school cross country girls ream and the boys varsity soccer and golf teams. The individual efforts of student Allyson Foster who spent part of her summer as a People to People ambassa­ dor to Australia were also noted. Konarska also thanked coaches and parents jjyfBrtnnri Orl lis u ?fr jtmf A roomful of students was honored at the Nov. 11 TK Board of Education meeting. Conference cham­ for making it possible for those in the Thomapple Kel­ logg schools to be the "best kids.” The district has passed its audit. According to board member Scott Kiel, "we owe Alice Jansma and the staff a big thank you for making the audit go so smoothly.” The board paid the first bill for the new bond pro­ ject. $17,383 for land sur­ veying services including soil borings. Chad Ruger presented an exciting possibility for TK students who take life time sports as an elective. He would like to incorporate a multi-day hiking and camp­ ing trip into his course. He will return with a specific proposal at a future meeting. Konarska praised the Celebrate Reading program that began on Nov. 2. He praised the work of principal Bill Rich and the staff who hosted 109 students the first week and 117. the second. The board will begin working to update the dis­ trict policy document in a work session on Monday. Nov. 25 at 6 p.m. in the Thornapple Kellogg and Community Library. The policy revisions will have to include the provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act pion winning teams in cross country, golf and soccer were recognized that evening. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Riddle contest continues in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Eleven clues have been revealed in the Middleville Riddle Treasure Hunt con­ test. The contest began Oct. 30 and will end when someone finds the key to a treasure worth approximately $200 donated by local businesses. Tom DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church, posts new clues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, the clues will be delivered to all the sponsor locations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms are at the par­ ticipating sponsors listed be­ low. This week has included some spelling corrections and some challenging rhymes. DeVries hopes that people take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday to ex­ ercise their brain cells and work on the riddles. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video, Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe, Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000, 4 Star Video. TK Kitchen. Middleville Market Place. Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. The clues for week 4 are listed below followed by clues from the previous weeks. Clue 6A: Gustav Holst he knew me not. But Walt Dis­ ney used my name a lot. Clue 14A: How many clams in which to lie, so you to Florida need not fly? Clue 11 A: In our three part name many letters you see, but there are no prickers in what we give thee. Clue 7A: How many strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 3 A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Clue 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thomapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scholarship and chantabte gift mfcxmabon. please wnle to: P.O. Box 164 Middtevilte. Michigan 49333-0164 tktaef © hotmaii com land yachts to be repaired by me? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, which you can take home for all to view? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be, for me to strike the wood I see? Week one began with these two clues. Clue 4 A: “When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” ( Studio Clue 1 A: “Alone hang 1 from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” Salon Inc. Si* (61«) 891 1272 CNlRflV VAHIT, CAtlOOHIA, Ml STRESSING ABOUT, THE HOLIDAYS? < Take Time For Yourself Look Good and Feel Great! Come in and exercise at... Holiday hours announced at local libraries The Thanksgiving holi­ days are fast approaching, and local libraries have set their holiday hours. The Caledonia Library will be open Wednesday, Nov. 27, from noon until 8 p.m. The library will be closed on Thursday. Thanksgiving Day. and will reopen on Friday, Nov. 29. at 10 a.m The library closes at 6 p.m. and will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. The Freeport library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and will be open on Fri­ day. Nov. 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will be open for its regular hours of 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27. It will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28 and 29. ^CorfoarS Ladies Only Fitness & Weight Loss Studio JOIN NOVEMBER 29™ o» 30™ SAVES NO MEMBERSHIP FEE 1. Comfortable “Ladies Only” atmosphere. 2. Fast & fun! Takes only 29 minutes a i few times a week! 3. Feel great, tone up and lose weight! 9028 North Rodgers Dr. • Caledonia (Off M-37. in tne Caledonia Crossings shopping plaza) 616-891-7531 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml,November 26, 2002 Know the facts to fight the flu aches. Since the virus chang­ es often, the vaccine is up­ dated each sear to increase its effectiveness It takes about two weeks to become protected and the shot can be given along with ocher vac­ cines. including pneumococ­ cal. The most likely side effect is a sore arm. Allergic (eggs) reactions are very rare, and the shot cannot give you the flu. many among the elderly which could be presented From November through April the virus spreads caus­ ing fever, cough, chills, sore throat, head and muscle Influenza is a serious dis­ ease. According to the Cen­ ters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), compli­ cations from the flu cause up to 20,000 deaths annually. Call945-9554or 1-800-870-7085 lor Sun a, News ACTION-Ms! Call anytime^ 24 hours a day 7 days a afoei Anyone who wants to reduce the risks of getting the flu should get an annual flu shot Get your flu shot early if you • Are 65 years of age or older. • Have a chronic health condition such as diabetes, heart, lung, or kidney dis­ ease. asthma. cancer. HIV/AIDS time during the flu season can still protect you. For more information about the importance of flu shots con­ tact Southern Michigan Dia­ betes Outreach Network (SODON)at I -800-795-780 or 517-279-2267 Please inquire about current flu shot clinic times and avail­ ability at your local pharma­ cy or at a Community Health Agency in y our area. • Will be at least 3 months pregnant during the flu sea­ son. • .Are a health care worker. Get your flu shot in November, or later, if you • Are 50-64 years old. • Live with anyone 65 years of age. or older • Live with anyone who has a chronic health condi­ tion. Remember: A shot any­ LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Lili ug Church - Serving a Doing Lord FIRST BAPTIST M-37. north of Middleville • 795-9726 Morning Worship ............................ 9:30 a m. Fellowship Time................................ 10:35 a m. Sunday School ................................... 10:50 a.m. Evening Praise................................................ 6:00p.m. Family Night 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles C 0 M M U II 1 a place to belong T r C H U B MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE Bruce N. Stewart Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School . Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday MxJ Wrek Prayer Word of Life Clubs.................. .. 708 W. Main Street 10 00 a m. 11 15 a.m. 6:00 p.m Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 945 a.m. 1100 a m 6.00 p.m. 645 p.m. . . 645 p.m. C M a place to become Sunday Morning Worship .............. 930 & 11 00 am Youth Mtnnlry ..................... 891-0576 ^^5 ®l)£ ®lb (Kime vlL/^ctljoliist (EljurcI) Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 5590 WiitneyviUe Ave.. SE Alto, Ml 49302 908 W Mam Street Sunday SchooLI 0:00 am. (Missouri Synod) Worship............................................................... 9:30a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Sunday School.................................. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Rev Mu hael Slowrll. Dad Pastor Jire Cipcic. Worship Leader Denny Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616 R9ld)2R7 VWt out web site www bnghtude org Adult Bible Class............................... 11.00 a m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. A Church with a caring heart for our community and the world" 3:30 AM New Life Celebration Service HOO AM 6:30 PM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. Sunday School 9:45 AM Pastor Robert Gerke • Partor David Ziehr Office 591-S6SL Church (616) 795-2391 Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Twmeyer. Community Calling 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rrv P Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Phone Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. _____ /‘ The Angel's Candle ” Rev. Norman Kohns (616) 891-8167 Church Office: 616-891-8669 • Fax 891-8648 www caiedomaumc org near Wbrtneyv*e Ave 9 45 am Praise Singing 1030 a_m Morning Worship HOOam 7.30 p m Pastor EG. Fn^eU Chun h Ph 616-668^10 • Pastor s Ph 616-897674) 698-9660 Adams 891-8440 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. HURCH V K Rck>aM Mcisa*es Dynamic Musk O^Y Child Care and Programs GUN LAKB COMMUNITY CMUFBCM ] Worship hours: 900 am and 1030 am □fed Lakeside Sundo Mornmg Wursh^ 1115 a» GoreeMporary DOO i> Adult BfcieStudy - Wtaadn UY T09X3EVD tor • M3BUX KMJMl (616) 891-8028 • e^nad Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept.) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m. 792-2889 THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word - Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday School ............................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship . .10.30 a m. Sunday 1 Worship 9:30 am ■ ( urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elemeniaiy 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morrwig Wonhp 930 am. lAddte 4ie Morrwx) Worship 1100 am. Scnday School (AduBs) 945a.m. Nursery ■ Grade 5........................................ 1100 am Sr High - Sin Evenrg 600-«00pm Jr Hi^i Grades68. Wed Evenr>g 6OO-7:3Opm Ret Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd street and 142nd Avenut Sunday Schocf ior Al Nursery & children’s activities during all services. Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee (yam Cempm fm AhatsAy nod Smmce Christian Education Hour 11.-00 am AK Cotnevnponr; Worship 9 30 am 10 45 am Sundav School1 for All Ages Evening Won!up 600 pm Pastor Roger .Buitman • Church Office: W-0391 ww w lakestdeconNDumry erg FT Fnrads Pre-Sdnri-xh 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bibie Study —Lighting Up Lives for God- CHRt S TIAN REFORMED Surkiay Evenayg Senve M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional Redeemer Covenant Church cCommunity Church AHnee far Famdy & Enends 6201 U hrtnev vdte Avenue. Alto AJO ia Judmaul 150 131st Avo . Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun btke) (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Community of1 Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Rd Meeting you. your friends. and your family right where you re at - through: 250 Vine Street (M-37 to Emmons to Vine) Worship Services --------8:30 a m and 11OO a m Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship ....... 10 30 am (Nursery available throughout ^^^^CHRISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning Wayland. Ml 49348 • 795-7903 a CALEDONIA fl- UNITED METHODIST Ikvember 1 - Candles of Christmas i^New Life GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (duet Noonday Road) Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Royie Bailard, Pastor Wayland _____________ Phone 86^6437______________ Sunday Wot■ship ............................ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Qlikl & Adult) (During the School Year) Wed 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 030 a m Mass at St Therese Church in while renovations are bemg made Rev. E Anthony Sikora GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH *5®^ (Missouri Sqnod) Comer of 84th St Sr Kraft in Caledonia All Services have a Nursery Available ■ Barner Tree YOU ARE INVITED Rev Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Mow meeliny in our new building at 8175 Broadmood 8146 68th St ■ www.iservjwt'-st pad (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominat»onal) Church School. Sunday + St Paul Lutheran Church >00 pm 6 30 pm aJOpm Snaam *ma met Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8.00 pm Pastor Paul M. Hillman Youth Pastor David Enkton 6951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedoma 616-698-8001 mieemtr^iscrv.nd wwwredemeTcovenMt.org .4 winter #the Emngdud Grnmmm Chtmhes efMmhu (jffairUA S^ndreuf c Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Joih blunt Contact our Dutton office al (616} 65-65-WAY Check our web site www. w>qyfare rec.ory WHITNEYVILLE Bible 2415 McCann Rd. In Irvi ng) ^uoday S^VJS9 Tmiei 9:15 A M Morning Prayer (Hory Commoner 2nd Sunday) 11.00 A.M. Hofy Commumon Wednesday 6.-00 P.M. Evoni< Prayer Phoau 795-2370 or 948-9327 Vicar - R«k David T. Hu.twick Church 8546 WNtneyvie Ave at 84T> St • 891-8661 1 HC|xcl "The Church where everybrMiy is somebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School x^oay School 930 am Sux»y Mornng Woahp 1030 a m Mee'rg at crapei or. Whr?rey-/Se Ave Su-oay E /enrg Wccrtp 600 p m Wee tAdweek Prayer 4 8oe Study 700 pm ’homes 9uyi. Pastor • 'rev Kan Bam Aasoc Patfor weosre wntreyvSebOe org �The Sun and News. MiddteviHe. Ml/November 26, 2002/Page 5 Santa Claus making his way to Caledonia for annual parade Several Caledonia Firefighters including (from left) Bill Robertson. Jason Ro­ bards and Chief Brian Bennett were on hand for the tree planting ceremony. The scouting troop includes Allison Brenner, Stephanie Gorgas. Stephanie Switzer. Laura Kraft, Jessica Shelton. Alana McGuire. Ayla Lehmann. Sarah Piccard and Jaime Lightfoot. Renee Vandermaas and Sarah DeVnes are not pictured. Girl Scout troop plants tree in honor of veterans by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Santa Claus will be mak ing his way into town Satur­ day. Dec. 14. for Caledo­ nia's annua) Santa Claus pa­ rade. sponsored by Caledo­ nia American Legion Post #305. The annual parade was originally started in 1975 by the local chapter of the Jaycees. Many members of the Jaycees who originally started the parade also were members of Post #305. When the chapter dis­ banded, the Legion mem- Caledonia library book sale planned A used book sale, featur­ ing a variety of books at bar­ gain prices, will take place at the Caledonia Branch of Kent District Library at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Proceeds from the sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Library, will benefit the Caledonia Branch of Kent District Library. The library is locat­ ed at 240 Emmons St. For more information about the used book sale, please call 647-3840. bers took over the reigns and The parade w ill start at 11 have been sponsoring it ever a.m.. with lineup starting since. around 10:30 at the The Legion Women’s Caledonia Resource Cen­ Auxiliary and the Sons of ter parking lot. The public is the American Legion groups welcome to join in the pa­ assist the Legion members rade w ith floats and or in their parade endeavors. group participation. Though Many of the members work not a requirement, it is rec­ together to organize the ommended that anyone in­ event, including putting to­ terested in being in the pa­ gether bags of candy for the rade call Bill Neil at 891children watching the pa­ 9748 to reserve a spot tn the rade. lineup. Caledonia library book discussion set for Dec. 4 The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library­ invites adult readers to get together at the library at I p.m. Wednesday. Dec. 4. for friendly, informal discus­ sions about some great books. The book to be discussed will be "The Map That Changed the World” by Simon Winchester For more information about the book discussions, please call the Caledonia library at 647-3840 Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads James Kraft of Landscape Impressions in Dutton, helped the Girl Scouts of Troop #513 from the Caledonia School District fulfill the requirements for their “In­ terest Project" patch by planting a tree at the Caledonia Village/Township office for Veterans Day. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Girl Scouts from Troop #513 memorialized veterans What Jlutheftani ffietiene Ay SfupAtxd iSitfitxan in MuLUcitdlt Part VI Lutherans believe that by faith alone belivers in Christ are saved from their sins, eternal death, and hell. However, faith is never alone Lutherans also believe that such saving faith should produce gcxxi fruit and g<xxl works and that such good works arc necessary as God has commanded Good works are to be done for God's sake and for the good of our neighbor. n<x for ourselves The beliver in Chnst ought not put his trust in them as if they earned merit and favor before God Because good works are to flow from the forgiveness of sins. Christians will find tn their vocations godly work. What this means is that because God has made belivers in Chnst holy, per­ fect and nghteous by faith, what belivers do in their everyday callings also is holy. Chnst is working in them, accomplishing His will through their hands, in their voices, and carries along His gospel by their feet Though many today may view as being humdrum and sim­ plistic. somewhat less pious than many other works, such work however is for the good of our neighbor in our daily callings God is at work to feed hungry children, cloche naked bodies, house the homeless Through doctors God heals Through fathers and mothers God raises children Through pastors God Himself is preaching and teaching His word All of whx.h he does through redeemed sinners These and many others are the good works He commands These are the good works He does These arc the good works which flow from the heart of a sinner who believes tn Jesus Chnst This is what Lutherans believe! 908 W. Main, Middleville 795-2391 Worship - Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class - Wednesday 9:00 a.m. with a tree planting cere­ mony Monday, Nov. 11. The scouts planted the tree, donated by James Kraft from Landscape Impressions in Dutton, by the village/township office building. Kraft was on hand to help with the planting of the Rose of Sharon tree. Several firefighters, in­ cluding Chief Brian Bennett, Bill Robertson and Jason Robards, arrived after a fire call to be on hand for the ceremony. According to one of the scouts, they were told that the tree had actually been planted where the old salt dome was once located. The scouts took up this project as a way to fulfill their “Interest Project” patch at the Cadet level. All the girls are in the seventh and You, Your Friends fci Family are Invited... to the Alaska Congregation of the Community of Christ Located at 8146 68th Street in Alto 49302 (just a block west of Whitneyville Rd.) Phone 616-868-6810 A New Leadership Team Is Kicking Off the 2002-2003 Season of "Sunday School" for All Ages Come to our Open House at 9:30 am Sunday, December 1st for a New Season of Christian Education Worship is at 11 am eighth grades in the Caledo­ nia School District. Gayle Kraft is the leader of Troop #513. Call 945-9554 to place your Sim <& News ACTION-Ad! J (Every third Sunday we have potluck at 12:30 pm) Any Questions? Please call Andrea Zoet at 269-795-7063 or email <andrea_zoet@hotmail.com> A 4 U a �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/November 26. 2002 Toys for Tots program under way in county It’s time for the annual Toys for Tots campaign in Barry County. This program enhances the charitable giving that al­ ready exists in the county and is intended to bring joy to countless children this holiday season. The nationally known program, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, is being organized exten­ sively for Barry County. This effort is due to ail the community agencies, busi­ ness, other individual volun­ teers familiar with local needs, and the cooperation of the Mannes Corps Re­ serves. The program makes it easy to give a gift to a disad­ vantaged child. Simply pur­ chase a new. unwrapped toy. non-violent in nature, should be a safe toy for infants to 16 years old to any of the Toys for Tots collection bar­ rels in the county. One drop­ off site is at New Tradition Homes. 1873 S. M-37 High­ way, Hastings. A gift also may be brought to the Christmas pa­ rade to hand to a Marine who will be marching, in the procession. Besides seeking toys for young children, the program needs gifts for teens. Ac­ cording to the Marines, fewer items are donated for 10- to 16-year-olds. so there is a need for suitable gifts for that age range. Gifts of 2$ St. Rohc ( lirixtmax BazaarX. * * <s4 * Join us for dinner, music, shopping and fellowship! C? - Open to the Public ~ •t $ ■ * in the Church Basement Friday, December 6.3:30-9:00 p.m. A SPAGHETTI DINNER »w7/ be served from 4:30-7:00 p.m. AdulU $5. Children: S3. Family Rate: $20 Saturday, December 7, MO a.m.-noon 0 •* Cinnamon rolls, coffee and juice will be sold radios, sporting equipment, basketballs, make-up for girls, diaries, jewelry and a variety of fingernail polish are some of the ideas sug­ gested for teens. A good idea for anyone planning to purchase these items is to take a teen along and ask him or her “what would you buy?" Besides increasing the number of toy collection points in the county. Toys for Tots has expanded distri­ bution of toys to county children. Parents can register for toys for their children by filling out an application form and sending it to Com­ munity Action Agency of South Central Michigan/Head Start P.O. Box 189 - Hastings. MI 49058. The form must be sent to the CAASCM/Head Start office by Dec. 9. Registration forms also are available at the Family Independence Agency. 555 W. Woodlawn, Hastings; Love Inc. of Barry County. 305 S. Michigan; Kinship Care of the Com­ mission on Aging Office; Health Department. 110 W. Center St. Hastings; and the Hastings Public Library. Applications are available at the Delton Fclpausch Store, and the Delton Public Li­ brary. The toys will be distrib­ uted to registered Barry County families from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 14. at the Expo Center (fairgrounds). The Marines will be on hand to help with the project. On the day of distribution, parents will be required to have a photo identification. Medicaid card or proof of income (last year’s W-2 tax form or three recent check stubs). The local CAASCMHead Start got involved in bringing Toys for Tots to Barry County when they be­ Tots to Barry County for the came aware that local peo­ past five years, along with ple couldn’t receive toys the Middleville community. Barry County families de­ from the other counties’ pro­ grams because they couldn’t pend on the Toys for Tots get registered there. It was program. Last year. 498 also noted that the toys that children were served. A Toys for Tots spokes­ were collected in the com­ munity were going to the person said. “This year we outlying areas and local resi­ would like to see even more dents couldn’t receive any smiling faces around the of the benefits from the pro­ Christmas tree. No child should be without a gift un­ gram. The Local Union 1002 of der the tree on Christmas in Bradford White has been in­ the richest country in the volved in bringing Toys for world.’’ The new four way stop at Patterson Road and 100th Street is delaying some drivers used to hav­ ing the right of way. New light placed at Patterson Road and 100th St. intersection The new light at the in­ tersection of Patterson Road and 100th Street re­ minds drivers that it is now a four way stop. ’ (faTt Qtft ta l/ou Shit Cfuihtmu! J Drop Off a Toy between Nov. 25 & Dec. 15 and receive... pj FREE PADDING w/purchase of ESSmI Dupont Stainmaster Carpet Local Drop Location: Famous Flooring I N T I O R S CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In The Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry Valley Avenue S.E (M-37) • Caledonia Meagan 49316 Ph. 616/891-9000 FAX 616/891-9025 > The Christmas season brings a multitude of emotions. Many of these emo 0 A lions are positive however sonic of these emotions are < oupled with fear, n P anxiety and confusion about the future God s gift to us during the4L 5n Christmas season or any season for that matter is the gift of Hope, Certainty, Strength, and Purpose Start this Ch col mas season off by coming to thcs'ut fl senes and discover how wonderful Jesus is and how He provides for us on f a daily basis T £ December 1: Hope December 8: Certainty 3 ? December 15: Strength December 22: Purpose 4. & Christmas Eve Services: 6:00 and 11:00 p.m. f » Gun Lake Community Church -S 12200 West M-179 Highway. Wayland. Ml 49348 (269) 795-7903 • �The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/November 26. 2002 Page 7 Diana Kay Gates----------------------------------- Robert H. “Bobby” Munjoy III MIDDLEVILLE Robert H. “Bobby" Munjoy III, age 14, of Middleville, passed away Thursday, Nov. 21, 2002 from accidental injuries. Bobby was a ninth grade student at Thornapple Kel­ logg School. Middleville. Robert H. “Bobby" Mun­ joy III was bom on Sept. 15, 1988 in Grand Rapids. Michigan, the son of Robert H. Munjoy II and Nancy (Price) Stroonsnyder. He was raised in Mid­ dleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg School. Bobby was an outdoors enthusiast, enjoyed deer and squirrel hunting with his dad. loved to skateboard, video games, enjoyed foot­ ball. basketball and riding his bike and time spent with his friends. He is survived by his mother. Nancy Stroonsnyder of Grand Rapids; his father. Robert H Munjoy II of Middleville; sister, Sarah Munjoy of Grand Rapids; Grandma Jane Price of Grand Rapids; several aunts, uncles, cousins and man) fnends He was preceded in death by his Grandma Helen Munjoy and Grandpa Bob Price The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday. Nov 24, 2002 from 2 to 4 p.m. A memorial service will be held Monday morning. Nov. 25. 2002 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Pastor Alan Moody officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Middle­ ville - Bobby H. Munjoy III Youth Ministries Fund. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. MIDDLEVILLE - Diana Kay Gates, age 52. of Middleville succumbed to her battle with cancer and has ascended into heaven with the angels on Wednesday. Nov 20. 2002. She was bom in Hastings. Michigan on June 9. 1950 and attended Thomapple Kellogg High School. She was employed as a home care worker. She was preceded in death by her father. Harold Gates. Sr.; her grandparents, Elmer and Lucy Hull; her cousin. Stevie Hull She is survived by her mother. Doris Gates; her brother. Harold Gates. Jr.; her puppies. Buddy Joe, Jr.. Mollie Kay, Teeny Tiny Tucker who she dearly loved; and several uncles, aunts, and cousins. dren are: Hope (Cheryl) and Jack Brodrick, Greenville, OH; Jeffrey and Leeann Bates. Jacksonville. FL; Christeena and Paul Claw­ son, Hastings, MI; Ginger (Peggy) and Kevin Furgal, Waldron, IN; Jeffery and Kathy Bates, Hastings, MI; and Kelly and Jason Rogers, Wayland, ML Seventeen grandchildren and five great Carl L. Sherington CALEDONIA Mr Carl L. Sherington, age 72, of Caledonia suddenly passed away on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2002. He was preceded in death by his first wife. Leota Sherington. He is survived by his chil­ dren. Linda Dykstra, Cara Kidder. Carl Sherington, Suzie Hutchings. Clayton Damren; two sisters, Joyce Slater and Shirley Burd; grandchildren, great-grand­ children and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Carl were held Thursday, Nov. 21, 2002 at the MatthysseKuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia, 616 E. Main St. Rev. Kenneth Haven officiated. Interment Alaska Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home, Caledonia. grandchildren also survive him in death. His parents preceded him in death as well as Sister Barbara Fates, son Timothy Benedict and grandson Mark Miller Following his cremation . a memorial service was held Wednesday evening. Nov. 20, 2002 at the Beeler Fun­ eral Home in Middleville, MI. The family wishes to thank the Barry County Hospice and Meals on Wheels programs for all their support during his ill­ ness. on Monday from noon until the time of service. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Emmons Lake Bible Club. Arrangements were made by Matthy sse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Caledonia. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351 X. M43 Highway. Hastings movie outpost Owen E. Bates----------------------------------------HASTINGS - Owen E. Bates, age 68, of Hastings, passed away at his Irving home early Sunday morn­ ing. Nov. 17. 2002* follow ing a long illness. He was born on May 20. 1934 at Grand Rapids, Mich the son of Ernest and Charlotte Bates In his younger days Owen was an avid reader and sportsman enjoying hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing softball and was a die-hard fan of the Detroit Lions and John Wayne. He was a member of the American Legion. Owen proudly served in and was honorably dis­ charged from the United States Army. He retired from Lacks Industries. His wife, Rita Bates, brother, Doug and Linda Bates of Wyoming. Mich, and six children, survives Owen. His surviving chil- Funeral sen ices for Diana were held on Monday. Nov. 25, 2002 at 1 p m. at the Matthy sse- Kuiper- DeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). 616 Main St. Interment Cedar Creek Cemetery. Members of the family received relatives and fnends at the funeral home VIDEO SUPERSTORE Glen Valley Retail Center M-37 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. ; movie outpost: [ Rent One Movie or Game and ’ get a second rental FREE I I with this coupon. Good Sunday thru Thursday Offer good at Caledonia location ' Free rental of equal or lesser value One coupon per visit please. Expires 11/30/02 Product Id: SunAd. ' • VHS/DVI) movies & player rentals • Games & game system rental • Special Orders and previewed movies & games for sale • Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets • VHS & (>ame Accessories • Reservations on movies • Weekly specials J Open Thanksgiving Day! 2000years later, Christianity’s biggest competition is still the Lions. Before you sit down for an Jtemoon with the Lions, Bean. DJphins, Ramv (.owbuys «w Vikinp>. come spend an hour with some very nice Christians in the love, worship and fellowship <4 Jcsu» Christ Thanks to you Barry County... Family & Children Services provides outpa­ tient counseling to individuais, couples and families deaUng with anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, relationship, employment, school and parenting issues. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 908 W. Main St. • Middleville Michigan • 795-2391 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 9:00 a.m. �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/November 26, 2002 Gaines Twp. man’s body found in car after fire Kent County Sheriff’s authorities have been inves­ tigating a burned body found in car fire early Wednesday morning in Gaines Township. Kent County Sheriff Dis­ patch received a 911 call just after midnight regarding a fire behind a building at 84th Street and Kalamazoo Avenue in Gaines Town­ ship. This location, 8555 their attempts. Fire units ar­ rived shortly thereafter and extinguished the blaze. The vehicle, a 1997 Mazda 626. was later identi fied as belonging to the vic­ tim. Deputies observed the body of a male subject, identified as Michael Dean Chapdelaine, a 48-year-old Kentwood resident, inside the vehicle. He was pro­ nounced dead at the scene by a Kent County Medical Examiner. An autopsy will be performed to determine cause and manner of death. This case is currently be­ ing investigated as a suspi­ cious death. An investigator from the Michigan State Po­ on the passenger side. There lice Fire Marshal Division were no passengers in his vehicle and weather condi­ also was summoned to the tions do not appear to be a scene to assist in the investi­ gation. factor. Apparently the incident The Kent County Medical caused many households in Examiner’s office has ruled the Alto area to be without the cause of death as as­ power for the rest of the phyxia by products of com­ evening and into the early bustion. morning hours. Investigators are asking if According to the report, anyone had contact with this Karolionok, who was wear­ individual on Tuesday, Nov. ing a seat belt at the time of 19, or during the early the incident, was issued a ci­ morning hours of Wednes­ tation. day. Nov. 20. to contact the Kent County Sheriff Depart­ ment Investigative Division at 632-6125 or silent Ob­ server at 774-2345. Results of laboratory analysis are awaited before any further information will be made available. Kalamazoo Ave SE, is the new building for the Gaines Township offices. Gaines Township staff recently moved in to this building one week ago Patrol vehicles arrived within one minute to find a vehicle on fire in the rear parking lot. Deputies at­ tempted to extinguish the blaze with fire extinguish­ ers, but were unsuccessful in One car accident causes blackout A car accident Sunday, Nov. 17, caused portions of Caledonia to be without power. The Kent County Sher­ iff’s Department was dis­ patched to the accident at Kraft Avenue and 84th Street. A police report, Mat­ thew Karolionok, 16, was east bound on 84th Street, turning north on Alaska when he lost control of the 1996 Ford he was driving. Karolionok’s vehicle evi­ dently hit a phone box and a utility pole, coming to rest BEAT THE MALL RUSH STOREWIDE \ SALE \ Monday, November 25 ! thru I Sunday, December I < I (closed Thanksgiving) , 25minding 2003 Smatswts Moodswtn^s Inrlrry aiW Gaa Late Bate & Ptetos n LAYAWAY 1269-795^ 11402 Chief Noonday, Gun Lake i HOURS Mon - Sat: I0-6 |Sun 10-4; Wed IO-8| Alto residents lose power There is nothing but this mangled phone box at the site of an auto accident Sunday, Nov. 17. that caused many Alto residents to be without power. Stranger alarms staff and students in Middleville A strange man who ap­ proached a female student in the Thornapple Kellogg High School parking lot Thursday has prompted an alert letter to all parents from Superintendent Kevin Konarska. According to the letter, the middle aged white male did not try to abduct the girl, but his presence created concern among the staff and students. “The weekend prior to this, the student was at a Grandville gas station wear­ ing a TK-Middleville sweat­ middle-aged, white male shirt,” said Konarska in the with a medium build and six letter. “This man began a feet tall His hair was light casual conversation while at brown with some gray and he was driving a mid- to late the gas pump.” Five days later, he ap­ ‘90s red sports car with a* peared in the high school damaged hood on the pas­ parking lot looking for this senger side. “Law enforcement offi­ student. “Again, this man at­ cials have been contacted.” tempted to start a conversa­ said Konarska s letter. “This tion.” the superintendent re­ situation is a gixxJ reminder ported. “The student went for us to be aware of strange inside to report this to the vehicles and people on our school. When the staff mem­ campus. We want to assure ber went outside to sec this you that we will continue to monitor this situation care­ man. he had already left.” The man is described as a fully." When contacted Wednes­ day, Sgt. Tony Stein could not comment on the matter being investigated by Dep­ uty Kevin Erb of the Mid­ dleville Unit of the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. Caledonia Township man’s death ruled a homicide Detectives from the Kent County Sheriff Department are investigating the death of a 72-year-old male that occurred over the weekend of Nov. 15-17. This call came in as a natural death when the vic­ tim was found inside his home. Carl Lincoln Sherington died at his home located at 2002 Chevy valanche z-71 * 8844 66th Street SE, from a gunshot wound. He lived at the home alone. His death is being investigated as a homicide. Detectives are looking for anyone who may have seen or talked to the Delton man reports threat on state land A Delton man hunting in the Barry State Game Area in Yankee Springs Town­ ship reported to authorities Monday, Nov. 18, that an­ other man stuck a gun in his back and told him to move on and that it was “his hunt­ ing area.” The man was reportedly wearing a camouflage hat, was not wearing hunter or- Freeport break-in under investigation Only 7,000 miles, air, cruise, tilt, certified, CD, leather, loaded, extra clean, GM executive vehicle. M Seif victim Friday, Nov. 15, or Saturday Nov. 16. The investigation contin­ ues, and nyone with infor­ mation can call the detective bureau at 632-6125 or Silent Observer at 774-2345. The Carlton Center Serv­ ice station in Freeport fell victim to burglars overnight between Nov. 13 and Nov. 14, according to a report by the Michigan State Police. Troopers said someone kicked open the south door to the establishment and left with more than $500 cash. Evidence was found at the scene of the crime and the incident remains under in­ vestigation. ange clothing but wore a full face mask No other information was available from the Hastings post of the Michigan State Police who said Wednesday that the police report was not complete. Saving on home insurance is “No Problem.” undrcdi of thousands of families are saving money with Auto-Owners Insurance fur their home and mobile home protection Stop in and ask us about qualit) pro­ tection, with flexiNc payment MARY KAY skip the plam and ’No Problem" ' laim service Holiday rush ^4uttf -Ou/nen Iniuranct MIAMI I IL VI 8O6NKOCAI President Lori Baldwin Independent Beauty Consultant 8620 Woodland Forett Dr Afco. Ml 49302 (816) 891-07*2 www.marykaycocn/fcaWwm6 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 MiddteWle. Ml 49333 (616) 891-8208 (816) 795-3309 Toll free (800) 708-3302 Fax (818) 795-3935 �The Sun and News. M»ddlevilie. Ml November 26. 2002'Page 9 Caledonia school district strategic plan reviewed by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education held its annual fall workshop last Tuesday to review the district strate­ gic plan — specifically the Duncan l>akc project. No action was taken, as these workshops are de­ signed to review material and allow time for board members to ask questions and brainstorm. The board reviewed the three items of the Duncan Lake Project (or the DLP. which is what renovations to the present high school building will be known when the CHS name trans­ fers to the replacement high school building). The items reviewed were information from the Dun­ can l-ake Early Childhood Study Committee, the DLP Middle School Study Com­ mittee and the Duncan Lake Community Education Study Committee. Superintendent Doug Busman opened the meeting by talking about the early childhood education pro­ gram. He said, "For the sake of discussion, I talk about it in instructional points as well as business points. 1 don’t mean to frame this that we’re a business, but just for the sake of discussion, what do we think will be benefi­ cial for the children in the community and what will be Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes the impact on the revenue and expenditures of the school district as we go forth... As with any issue there are differing opinions? "I don’t think anyone here wants to argue that the best early childhood is family and parents at home. On the business side... the state has put us in a position where we are forced to compete with private schools, charter schools and neighboring schools. And so we would say that there is a need to reach (early childhood stu­ dents) with quality program­ ming as soon as we can if we want them to stay." The superintendent fur­ ther explained this reasoning by the example of, "When we didn’t have a Young Fives program... we didn’t find that what happened was people just kept their chil­ dren home for an extra year. What we found was that they went out and found a district that did (have a Young Fives program). So in essence, from a business perspective, we had to begin instruction also. From a revenue side, there was revenue to be gained by us offering a Young Fives pro­ gram as opposed to letting these kick go to another dis­ trict and letting that district collect the foundation grant and maybe having those kids stay in that district and continuing their education there." Overall, it seems that the ever-present difficulty of funding while continuing to offer top quality program­ ming for the district’s stu­ dents was the primary con­ cern of the board for the evening. A spirited debate arose over the cost vs. reve­ nue of some of the programs being offered, specifically the early childhood pro- Dad has spent sixty years working the farm and now he has trouble remembering how to start the tractor. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized aIzheimer’idementia care • • • • • • • • • • 24 Hour Compassionate Care Respite Care Emergency Call System Dementia Care individual Personal Assistance Barber & Beauty Shop Podiatric Care Complete Laundry- & Housekeeping Activity Programming Wheelchair Accessibility Medication Management gram Board member Denny At­ kinson spoke up about the funding. "My concern in this proc­ ess is. when we went to the voters to approve the build­ ing we were under a different... in terms of oper­ ating under certain beliefs of what we thought we were going to be getting from the state..." Over the issue of offering an early childhood program. Atkinson voiced his thoughts, "1 think that’s one of my primary concerns right now is that we’re hear­ ing a message that the very best case we can hope for next year (with funding) is to get the same amount of money that we got this year... Not for a second do I question the value of doing this for the children but my question is, can we afford it?" Fellow board member Kristy Ann Sherlund tem­ pered the dollar talk some­ what when she voiced her concern that the board not get so caught up with the numbers. ‘If we jump right to the dollars, we’re going to lose sight of the philosophical approach about what we value for children. So I don’t want us to get so caught up in the numbers, though 1 think those are absolutely critical. I think that you have to have both sides to say. at the end of the day, it’s going to cost us but we really value it. it’s really important, or we don’t value it that much." A review of the future renovation plans for the pre­ sent high school ensured that the guideline for the bond issue is being met in that the classrooms slated for early childhood educa­ tion can be put back to a classroom setting with little change. Certain criteria must be met for the program. Toi­ let facilities were taken for example. Toilets do not have to be added to each room, but an adequate amount needs to be made available for the children. Child-size toilets are not mandatory. Step stools can be located by toilets, sinks and drinking fountains. Sherlund said the board "Should recognize our staff for putting (the extra analy­ sis and information packets) together, plus doing their day-to-day jobs." For further information about this or any other Caledonia School Board functions call the ad­ ministration building at 8918185. Tsfteov leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Cail today for Appointments’ 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next ro Ana) Call 795*7719 For Your Appointment1 ___ LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 116 YEARS. Hastings City Bank Board of Directors William H Wallace. President and C E O.. Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Robert E. Picking. Chairman of the Board. Hastings City Bank Douglas A. DeCamp. President and C.E.O. Flexfab Horizons International, Ini James R. Wiswell. President. Barry County Lumber Company Archie A. Warner. President and C.E.O . Harder and Warner Nursery. Inc. Andress’ F. Johnson. President. Hastings Manufacturing Company Mark A Kolanowski. President and C.E.O.. Hastings City Bank A. Earlene Baum. Secretary/Treasurer. Hastings Fiberglass Products Inc. William V. Weick, President. Weick s Foodtown. Inc THE BENEFITS CONTINUE. Hastings City Bank l(\wMaum~ fl Here For You Since 1886 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available y �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 26. 2002 Steps taken to change face of Middleville 99 (-AlniCs Sofon ancUSTanning II Nails $25 Manicure $10 Gel Nails $30 • Overlay $20 Architects from Winter-Troutwine Associates helped guide design workshop participants as they looked at ways to create a new look to downtown Polish $5 Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Kids FREE Spa Pedicure $20 FREE With Air Brush 9944 Cherry Valley Ave 136 E Slate Street Caledonia (616)891 1551 Hastings (616)94^2970 Mt IO-? Sat 9 30-5 Thinking about the past and preparing for the fu­ ture. participants created new facades for down­ town stores, restaurants and shops. M-P 104; Sat 930-5 Reach over 11,00C area homes for just a Jew dollan! by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Steps in changing the face of Middleville were taken on Wednesday, Nov. 13. as almost 40 people brought their ideas to a design work­ shop held at the Thornapple Township Hall in Mid­ dleville. Downtown Development Authority Chairman Eldon Newmyer talked about the effort to create a consistent theme for the downtown and M-37 corridor in the village. Then the fun began. Ar- chitccts from Winter-Trout­ wine Associates guided the five groups as they used the downtown placemats and ar­ chitectural elements to cre­ ate their idea for a new look for downtown. According to planner Geoff Moffat, the group “did a great job” and seemed to pick an architectural era from about 1880 to 1910. The buildings which seemed to influence their ideas were the former St. James Hotel, which exists only in mem­ ory and pictures, and the Masonic Temple at the cor­ ner of Main and Railroad streets. The architects will return for a second workshop Wednesday, Dec. II. when they will transform some of the ideas from the groups into detailed drawings. At the No* 19 DDA meeting, members said they were impressed with the success of the workshop. They authorized the archi­ tectural firm to work with the developers of Town Center and Middleville Mar­ ket place to create a more “village look" as they work on their development and expansions. The next design workshop will be at 7 p.m. Wednes­ day, Dec. 11, in the meeting room of the Township Hall. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real eMata advertising in this new* paper 11 *ubject to the F air Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Right* Act which collectively make it illegal io ad vert>«c "any preference. limitation or diKnminalion baaed on race, color, reli gion. tea. handicap. Familial »Ulu» national origin, age or martial Matua. or an intention. to make any inch prefer ence. limitation or ditcri mi nation " Familial Matus include* children under the age of I* living with parenu or legal cuModtam pregnant women and people tecunrg custody of children under It 7 hi* newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which i* m violation of the law Our readen are hereby informed that ail dwelling* advertised in th>, newspaper are available on an equal opportunity bavK To report diicrimmation call lhe Fan Housing Center at 61645I-2MI0 The HUD toil free telephone number for lhe hearing impaired is I W0-W7W75 (Need we say more?) This bu'lding with its “golden mean’ windows influ­ enced the designs proposed during the workshops Whether you are buying your first home, want to move up, or are refinancing your current mortgage, with rates like these there’s no time to lose! 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Foundation of Michigan Children’s Leukemia (CLF) is proud to present its Foundation of Michigan is 2002 holiday greeting cards. an independent statewide The exclusive six-card col­ organization that provides lection showcases the talents information, financial assis­ of CLF patients and care­ tance. and emotional support givers who have generously to adults and children affect­ shared their time and artistic ed by leukemia, lymphoma, gifts. and related blood disorders. Highlights in this year s Until there’s a cure. CLF is series include cards here to help families over­ designed by 17 year-old come the challenges these lymphoma patient Clelia conditions present. Sanchez of Hudson, and 4 year- old Law ton resident Paul Kovacic. brother of 6 year-old patient Vincent. The two young artists have both benefitted from CLF services and support. Cards are packaged in quantities of 20 cards and envelopes at a cost of $17, and can be imprinted with a Invites personal message for an additional charge. Cards can be purchased v ia phone, fax, or at the CLF office. For added convenience, cards can be viewed and pur­ chased through CLF’s web site at leukemiamichigan. New evening hours • We welcome all org. To receive a brochure or to purchase holiday cards, con­ Call for your appointment ... tact CLF at: Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan. 29777 Telegraph 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Rd.. Suite 1651, Southfield. Caledonia, Michigan MI 48034; phone(800)8252536; fax: (248) 353-0157; Family Dentistry of Caledonia Helping Lions help others This year all the Thornapple Kellogg schools are participating in a special fund drive to help the Mid­ dleville Lions Club underwrite the cost of a leader dog. Food Service director Greg Pope has planned three weeks of special treats at the schools and spare change collections to help fund the $4000 cost for a leader dog. Here pope and Kim Westra show some of the cupcakes whose sale at the middle school raises money for the drive Call 945 9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes. East you to conic in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients ages 891-0004 Town Homes Middleville’s Newest Townhouse Community. �Page 12/The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml/November 26. 2002 Zoning ordinance revisions continue in Caledonia Twp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Three zoning ordinances, covering amendments to regulations for private streets, the flood plain dis­ trict and adult uses were pre­ sented for a public hearing at the Planning Commission meeting of Nov. 18. Attorney James Brown at­ tended the meeting to help with the legal implications raised during public hear­ ings. However, no comment was made by the public dur­ ing the publicized hearing, and the commissioners ap­ proved the proposed amend­ ments to the zoning ordi­ nance. Sharon Haas of Caledonia commented about the adult use ordinance at the end of the meeting. She said she appreciated the changes that had been made, but asked the commissioners to tighten the rules and be more spe­ cific and restrictive of the adult uses still allowed. She said people who wanted these materials could get them and look at them in their own homes. She said authorities had difficulty tracking dangerous preda­ tors all over the U.S. She ex­ pressed fears that people with criminal inclinations would visit such public es­ tablishments. if opened in Caledonia, and drive around in the community and vic­ timize unsuspecting resi­ dents or their children. M-Th 5am-9prn; Fri. 5am-8pin Sat. 8ain«2pin; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valley , Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 She said she doubted that Caledonia could effectively regulate the restrictions al­ ready spelled out in the ordi­ nance. She thought previous problems in Kent County had come because of a lack of regulation. Brown explained the courts had required each community make some al­ lowance for this type of business. Freedom of speech and press issues are often in­ volved in the degree of re­ striction a community can allow. Though the commission­ ers explained they would also like to restrict adult uses, they have done ail that is allowed under the law at this time. About three more sections of the zoning ordinance yet to be reviewed and amended. It is expected the commissioners will meet the first and third Monday of each month in the future to continue the work. The commissioners con­ tinued a workshop review of the Planned Mineral Re­ moval District. (PMR) an­ other chapter of the zoning I I I mith iamond I ^^^^^M^""sOUTHOFFICE A || A I VC IC I I 8980 N. 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PM Rs. most often involv­ ing sand mining operations, are one of the most contro­ versial uses allowed in any community because they can result in legal disputes. At­ torney James Brown assisted the commissioners with various points raised during the discussion. Most of the new provi­ sions will apply to all exist­ ing mining operations, and not only to new applicants. Some of the major amend­ ments to the PMR ordinance will probably include the following: • Tougher enforcement is to be provided for, and paid for out of fees charged to the operators. Enforcement is a problem, with noise levels too high, encroachment on property setbacks, danger­ ous slopes with greater than one to three slopes created, improper erosion controls put in place, improper recla­ mation on the site, and ero­ sion from unstable slopes have caused damage to wa­ ter quality, all problems oc­ curring in and around exist­ ing sites. Basic enforcement proce­ dures should include a stop work order when violations occur, commissioners said. • A change from a PMR graded setback of 100 feet from the property line to a 500-foot mining setback from any residence in any zone, and from the entire boundary of the R-l, R-2 and R-3 zones. However, homes in agriculture and ru­ ral residential zones, built less than 500 feet away from pre-existing established mining activity would not result in imposing the re­ striction on the operation. A balance must be kept between residents’ needs and operators’ needs, with an effort to be fair to both sides. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said. Exceptions could be made by the Planning Com­ mission, such as when two PMRs are contiguous, for example. The 100-foot limit will be allowed next to commercial and industrial properties, as now planned. testing, studies, legal costs and enforcement must be for actual expenses attributed to that operation The amount in the escrow account could also serve as an incentive for timely rec­ lamation at the end use stage of the PMR • Geologic documenta lion, and environmental as­ sessment, including studies to verify pre-mining condi­ tions Io one-quarter mile from the PMR perimeter, as related to nearby well levels, aquifers, springs, wa­ ter tab les, watersheds, streams, flow directions, quality, etc. arc to be pro vided and paid for by the operator before a permit is issued. An aerial photo is to be provided. This information will be used as a benchmark by which future monitoring can be compared. • Proposed hauling routes will be part of the applica­ tion process. When county roads are used, the county can approve the route, but if safety on township roads is impacted, townships have in some cases imposed route restrictions which were up­ held in the courts. Continued next page ON DECEMBER 19, 2002, WE WILL BE LAUNCHING THE NETWORKS ON CHARTER DIGITAL CABLE 616-891-1240 STYLE CHANNEL 313 Style >s the 24 hour network from the creators of E! Style is the network devoted to fashion, beauty, home design and unique ideas for entertaining General Dentistry for Children & Adults NICK TOONS CHANNEL HQ Nick Toons is a new dig ital cable channel that shows nothing but Nick toons 24 hours a day - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. be enforced by the zoning administrator. Keeping the one to three grade on slopes along PMR perimeters has been another logistic prob­ lem for operators. The operator’s problems must be balanced against potential danger to neigh­ bors and erosion problems affecting off site property and waterways. • Tougher bond require­ ments. higher escrow mini­ mums and regular fees (.03 cents per ton) on mined ma­ terials will be charged. A minimum of $5,000. raised from $3,000 will be kept in escrow to cover monitoring and enforcement costs, and an amount up to that estimated by the town­ ship engineer to be needed for reclamation. The escrow amount will be maintained by the township in an ac­ count handled for each PMR operation. Money used by the town­ ship from that account for ATTENTION CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS CUSTOMERS: Christopher J. Hier, Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) • A site rehabilitation plan for the end use of the prop­ erty is now part of the appli­ cation process, but practice has resulted in PMRs that never seem to reach the end. especially when most of the highest grade materials have been removed. Reclamation would best be done as the mining proceeds rather than at the end when the cost serves as a deterrent to end­ ing the use. The end use plan must show final grades, with fivefoot contours, and where ponds, streets, homes, eleva­ tions, hill cuts. etc. will be. • Commissioners may set a limit on the time an area may be mined. If. for in­ stance. all the material is not removed in ten years, the permit would be revoked anyway, and the reclamation either executed by the op­ erator or ordered by the township, with the cost charged to the PMR ac­ count. • The 5-5-5 rule will be changed to a 7-7-7 rule. This rule means 21 acres can be involved in the mining proc­ ess at any time. Seven acres would be stripped of topsoil materials, seven acres would be in the process of mining, and seven more acres would be in the process of reclama­ tion, including covered with six inches of topsoil, seeded with growing grass, proper erosion controls in place, etc. Regular inspections by a zoning administrator will re­ quire approval for the recla­ mation of one site before the stripping of another may be started. The timing of re­ planting is important for erosion control. This practice assures an operator docs not abandon the mining site without re­ claiming the stripped areas, leaving a huge eroded crater for some one else to remedy, probably the township. Mining operators have complained that a 5-5-5 rule was not practical. Some ar­ eas in a mine need to be used for stockpiling of mate­ rials which arc not usable, or for top soil, or for roads. Stockpiling areas are to be pre-defined. • Safe slope grades arc to Your Smile - * The First Thing ' People See! MTV HITS CHANNEL 310 MTV Hits is the only place for the pop hits of all genres Calch all the hottest pup stars seen on TRL and more VH1 MEGABITS CHANNEL 311 VHI Megahits plays ail of the 90 s and today ail the ume Hit artists like Creed. No Doubt, and L2 lake over these airwaves 24/7 You need to be a Charter Digital Customer, to enjoy Charter Digital Cable call L866-GO-C HAR I ER. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mt'NovemDer 26, 2002;Page 13 From previous page • Live vegetative screen­ ing around PMRs will probably be required for all PMRs under the new amendments. • Noise levels may be monitored, requiring no more than 80 decibels at 50 feet away from equipment. Manufacturer standards on equipment could be mini­ mally required, or if prob­ lems persist, the township could obtain noise metering equipment and refuse permit renewal in case of viola­ tions. • Routine cleaning of hauling equipment could be enforced, requiring a paved road near the mine exit, cov­ ers in place, washing of exit­ ing trucks, and grates to catch stones, to assure less impact on the roads. Safety is often a serious issue re­ lated to dirt and water de­ posited on the roads near the operations. Enforcement of these measures is another problem in assuring clean roads. Commissioner Don Koopmans said if continued infractions occurred, the township needed to author­ ize sweeping the roads and bill the mining operation from the PMR escrow ac­ count. • Mining hours will be re- Fletke selected Rotary Student of the Month Donna von dcr Hoff, com­ puter science and math in­ structor at Thorn apple Kel­ logg High School, nominat­ ed senior Kyle Fletke. son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Judy Fletke of Middleville, as Rotary Student of the Month few October. "Kyle is a quiet, unassum­ ing, exceptional student who continually strives above and beyond what is expected in the areas of academics, athletics and service.” von der Hoff said. “His incompa­ rable work ethic is only superseded by his sensitivity and compassion for others. Never hesitating to under­ take any challenge that comes before him, he pos­ sesses the aptitude as well as the attitude needed to suc­ ceed.” Accomplishments include vice president of National Honor Society. 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Brown said. • Timely renewal or per­ mits is required of the opera­ tor. and should be a condi­ tion of continued operation, some commissioners said. During Public comment, Mike Wolf, who lives on Buttrick near a proposed mining site, said he was in favor of the 500-foot dis­ tance required for PMRs from the property line, and not just the residence. He suggested obtaining reports of road violations and tickets by truckers haul­ ing minerals from any min­ ing operation as an enforce­ ment tool. Tom Apol. an Alto resi­ dent. said he had seen an ex­ >4PROPERTIES Grand Dr. Chris Noah's Office Makes Doctor Visits More Convenient Life’s busy enough without inconvenient, out of town doctor’s appointments. That’s Cherry Valley Family Physicians why more Middleville residents are discovering the 490 EDWARD STREET offices of Dr. Christopher EDWARD Noah. 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Todd Owen of Williams and Works represented the Whitneyville Church group for the preliminary review and Kisha Westbrook made the final presentation. Located close to the west side of the road, the church will be built in agricultural zoning, which allows resi­ dential use. Much of the property is wooded except for the front five acres. The Kent County Road Commission had approved the drive­ way location, accommo­ dated to sight distance from a hill to the south. The building will be 14.640 square feet, with seating for 215 people pro­ posed. The plan has been al­ tered considerably from an earlier concept, as the planned building is smaller, but space has been allowed for expansion to the north and south. The parking lot will ac­ commodate 85 cars on the site, with overflow gravel parking in the rear, exceed­ ing the parking ordinance by 10 percent on the paved area. The church does not want to cause people to park on the road in the event of a well attended event, such as on a holiday. Westbrook said. A service drive for de­ livery and refuse pickup will be located on the north side. Setbacks and screening are indicated on the plan. The south part of the site is already wooded. Any clear­ ing on the site is indicated for construction workers. The final site plan is to in­ Hastings ('its Bank Herr For You Siner IM6 CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886. is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service We are currently looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our Caledonia office. This is a sales oriented position. The incumbent performs a variety of duties related to new account opening as well as per­ forming various clerical and administrative duties related to the processing and servicing of mortgage and consumer loans. Qualified applicants will have above average data entry skills, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations skills. Apply in the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St.. Hastings. Ml 49058 EOE/M-F elude parking lot screening to shield residents at the north from headlights in the evening. The previous plan would have placed the building more to the west, both the building and parking would have been larger, and it would have required moving and mitigating the wetlands north and west of the pro­ posed parking area. No dredging, filling or impact on the wetland is required. W'etland boundaries were defined by MacGregor Envi­ ronmental. A dry detention facility will be created. Storm water will drain from the property at the same rate it does now. in its undeveloped Mate. The plans included topographical drawings showing the grades on the site, enabling the commissioners to deter­ mine where stormwater run­ off would move toward the northwest. Because of the steep grade, the system will also use step dams and silt fences to catch any excess drainage from the building and park­ ing lot and prevent erosion in the sandy soil. In an area where there are no public utilities, the site will require an on site well and septic syMcm. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox had approved the drainage plan. In other Caledonia Town­ ship Planning Commission business at the Monday, Nov. 18, meeting. Walter Bujak of Alaska requested a special use permit to allow the expansion and construc­ tion of an existing accessory building on Thornapple River Drive. He recused himself from the discussion because he is a member of the commission and a Caedonia Township Board member. Bujak lives in an R-2 zone, which allows acces­ sory buildings to be 576 square feet. He wanted to expand the 18x32 foot struc­ ture. built in the 1950s or 60s. to be 640 square feet. The improvement was planned in part to replace a weakened roof and wall and to allow the building to ac­ commodate an antique auto­ mobile inside, which would normally be 20 feet deep in­ stead of 18. He does not wish to abandon the com­ plete structure. Bujak had obtained all re­ lated permits, such as a soil erosion permit from the Kent County Road Commis­ sion. and will observe all re­ quired practices, which will be inspected prior to con- by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township an­ nounced Nov. 18 that a Fire Injury Prevention Program grant of about $20,000 probably will be given to the Caledonia Fire Department. Township Trustee Bill Bravata earlier this year heard about federal funding of $360 million for fire de­ partments for training, equipment, etc. He pursued the grant, which was re­ quested in spring or sum­ mer, with Deputy Clerk De Palmer. The township has re­ ceived the preliminary pa­ perwork indicating that the grant will be forthcoming. 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MD Eric S Leep, DO James L Horton. Jr.. DO Xma M. Foster. PA-C the Zoning Board of Ap­ peals (ZBA) as required by statute. His term on the ZBA will correspond with his three-year appointment on the Planning Commission. He will be officially ap­ pointed to the ZBA by the Township Board. The practice may result in improved communication and assist in understanding the process and the practical matters that arise around certain issues handled by each of the two boards. Township Planner Dave Zylstra said. Attorney James Brown said, for instance, if there arc loo many requests for variances to existing rules, an amendment to the rules may be indicated Caledonia Fire Department is eligible for federal grant Free Screening: Bone Density 840 Cook Road, Hastings Mruction. The refuse materi­ als will be put in a dumpster and hauled away. He would like to com­ plete the structure before winter weather sets in. The building will be constructed of 2x4" studs placed 16" apart. It will be finished with vinyl siding and asphalt shingles, like the house. Neighbors were notified, but none appeared at the meeting. Commissioners noted the project would im­ prove the property. Planning commissioners occasionally have questioned the 576 square fool limit on acces­ sory buildings, and they ap­ proved the special use. The commission recom mended Duane Gunnink to serve as the Planning Com­ mission representative for Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, PC., providing you with general Orthopedic Surgery, Fracture Care, Arthroscopic Surgery, Physical Medicine & EMG & Rehabilitation and Bone Density Testing and more. Call Today For An Appointment! Bravata said, to come out of the Fire and Safety budget. The program will target children under 14 and sen iors over 65, for educational purposes. Training will concentrate on: • 911 training. • How to deal with smoke. • The importance of smoke alarms. • Escape planning. AA & AL-ANON* Caledonia - 100th and M37. 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The following synopsis of Ordinance *42 titled Dangerous Building Ordinance was adopted November 11. 2002 •/ the Village of Freeport Council Ordinance #42 Dangerous Building An Ordinance to promote the hearth safety and welfare of the people of the Village ot Freeport Barry County. Michigan, by regulating the maintenance and safety of certain buildings and structures to define the classes of buddings and structures affected by the ordinance to establish administrative require­ ments and prescribe procedures tor the manufacture or demo lition of certain buildings and structures to establish remedies provide for enforcement and fix penalties tor tr>e violation of this ordinance and to repeal all ordinances m conflict there Section of this Ordinance are as toffows Title H: Definitions Ot Terms III ProhOition of Dangerous Buddings I/ Notice of Dangerous Buddings Hearing Dangerous Buddng Hearing Officer Duties Hearing Order VI Enforcement Hearing Before the Village Board or Dangerous Budding Board of Appeals VW impfementation and Enforcement of Remecfces Vlll Penatty tor Non-conformance With Order IX Dangerous Budding Board of Appeals X: Appeal ot Village Council/Board of Appeals Decision XI Sever acidity XII Effective Date Thts Ordnance will taxe effect 30 days after the dale of this notice The entire Ordinance will be available to view at the Village Office or at the Freeport District Library 320 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 26. 2002'Page 15 More Michiganians travelling to Florida, say tourism experts Christmas trees aren’t the only thing that Michigan sends to Florida when the weather turns cold - new research says 4.3 percent of all domestic visitors to Florida currently reside in the Great Lakes State. In fact, says Visit Florida - the official tourism marketing agency for Florida Michigan is now ranked eighth overall in the number of domestic visitors to the Sunshine State, an increase of 2 percentage points over last year. “Florida is a perennial attraction for Michigan trav elers,” says Larry Dickens. AAA Michigan Travel Vendor Relations director. "It is consistently ranked as a top destination for Michigan air and land travel this time of year, based on our most recent AAA Trip Tik orders and airline reser­ vations." In 2001, according to Visit Florida. Michigan ranked 4th compared to other states in sending total visitors to the state by air. and 15th by auto. Overall, says the agency. Michigan ranked eighth.with 4.3 percent of all domestic visitors to Florida residing in Michigan. AAA Travel Agency’s most popular air destination is Florida. Many cruise itin­ eraries begin and end in Miami, adding to the influx of Michiganians to the state. An ever-evolving list of new attractions keeps visitors happy. Here’s just a sample, courtesy of Visit Florida. In Central Florida - theme capita] of the world - guests at SeaWorld can now be ‘Trailer for a Day,” working alongside real SeaWorld ani­ mal trainers to learn training techniques, feeding, and show preparation. SeaWorld’s newest attraction is Wild Arctic, which takes vis­ itors on a chilling adventure to experience the natural beauty of the arctic. Visitors come face to face with real polar bears, walruses, harbor seals and beluga whales. At Universal Studios Florida, promoters say you can "ride the movies " Some rides provide an entertaining look at famous movies of the past, such as Kongfrontation, where guests meet King Kong on the New York sub­ way. Jaws, Earthquake, Terminator 2: 3-D Battle Across Time and the works of Hitchcock are among the park's other movie attrac­ tions. Twister, a technologi­ cal marvel, invites guests to experience the awesome live spectacle and destructive nature of an actual tornado, a mere 20 feet away. In Southeast Florida, visi­ tors will find plenty of opportunities for people­ watching Miami Beach is a fast-growing, fashionable and exciting international hot-spot. Film and music stars, art-deco museums and shopping districts referred to as the "5th Avenue of the South" showcase the newworld architecture that lures thousands of visitors a year. Fort. Lauderdale has evolved into a sophisticated yet casual resort town. Shoppers can peruse many upscale retail areas, includ­ ing Sawgrass Mills Mall, the world's largest outlet mall. From reflexed waterfront cafes to upscale haute cui­ sine restaurants, the variety of dining options will satisfy any taste or budget Southwest Florida is the gateway to the Everglades. Everglades City is nestled between Everglades Nat­ ional Park. Big Cypress National Preserve and the 10.000 Islands. Accom­ modations and activities abound, making this a prime spot from which to partake on an Everglades adventure. A good first stop might be the Museum of the Everglades, located in the center of town. The museum provides the visitor witn a greater understanding and appreciation of the Everglades region through educational programs, lec­ tures and regular events. The Michigan Connection is strong in Ft. Myers. Inventor Thomas Edison and his friend, automobile­ maker Henry Ford, made their winter homes there. The two properties are sepa­ rated by a fence, which both families named “The Friendship Gate," and today their estates, including Edison's laboratory, are open for tours. Central East Florida, also known as the “Space Coast, is home of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Com­ plex, which tells the story of NASA’s exploration of space through interactive exhibits, movies and tours that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. Witness actual compo­ nents of the International Space Station being readied for their trip into orbit, or enter the full-scale mock-up of the habitation module that space station crews call Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and get all the local news. Call us at 945-9554 today. Tznon- gf Gift Certificates Make Great Gifts Fast, Professional, Quality Performance. These are all standard at Quick Lube 2000! — 500 ARLINGTON ST. (M-37) MIDDLEVILLE 269-795-3550 on site at: NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED! 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Troy Carlson, M.D., Family Practioner Pennock ptole**'0011’ P^Vewire Ortners in p£,s°° 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/November 26. 2002 Thornapple Twp, planners work on lorebearance' pact by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than an hour of the Thornapple Township plan­ ning commission meeting Nov. 18 was spent on the Forbearance Agreement with FENSCO/Fenstermacher on operation of an as­ phalt plant (formerly owned by Wolverine) in the town­ ship. Attorney Sean Fitzgerald, representing the applicant, presented some changes he asked the township to agree to. Before beginning the dis­ cussion, commission mem­ ber Linda Gasper asked for an explanation of why the plant was in operation. Testing had to be done and this required some of the plant to operate for a short time, he said. All load­ ers have been returned to their owner. Amendments approved by the Planning Commission included a waiver of claim, which will mean there will be no more discussion of “nonconforming.” Other amendments stipulate that stockpiles of materials on the site shall be limited to a height not greater than 40 feet above the grade of the existing plant. The owner has 180 days after the agreement termi­ nates to remove all struc­ tures and equipment from the property. The commis­ sion did not agree to a re­ quest to add sections 25 and 26 after the year 2013. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice November 20. 2002 Present Harrison. Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata. Bu>ak. Robertson, and Stauffer Also Present: Planner/ Manager Zylstra, UA Pierson, Deputy Clerk Palmer, and sever al citizens The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7 00 pm Supervisor Harrison led the Pledge and gave the Invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE AGENDA: None PUBLIC COMMENT: Kelly Lloyd of 92nd St thanked the Board for working with Little Lambs She also discussed the equestrian team and the trying times they recently overcame with the help of Supervisor Harrison The team gave Harrison a stadium blanket as thanks Tom Apof of 8815 - 76th St. discussed his concerns regarding the change of the lock on the basement door. Harrison commented on Apol s concerns, and also discussed moving the cable equipment to the Village Office in a room that has outside access CONSENT AGENDA: Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to approve the consent agenda as written Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None REPORT FROM BOARD AND STAFF: OFFICERS discussed the Bravata Emergency Services Grant application CORRESPONDENCE: None RESOLUTION FOR THE 2002 WINTER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS: Moved Snyder, second Bravata to adopt a resolution to place the 2002 winter assessment districts on the December 2002 tax roll Roll call vote Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. CONTRACT 2 C.D. BARNES CHANGE ORDER REQUEST FOR APPROVAL: See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings. Tit the gray barn JaJ Utilities Administrator Pierson discussed the need tor the change order Moved Snyder, second Stauffer to allow the CD. Barnes change order request Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. PfTLESS ADAPTER REPLACEMENT WELL#1: Moved Harrison, second Cardwell to allow the payment of the pitiess adapter replacement well i1 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Robertson gave a presentation regarding the millage rates of the Township Discussion was held regarding the millage rates Bupk discussed the public access channel and t*s disap­ pointment of the meeting not being taped PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED): None ADJOURNMENT; Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to adjourn. Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED. Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (319) Florida, continued from pg. 15 home. Farther south in Cocoa you can explore Historic Cocoa Village, the restored downtown district. It is a At Your Service! CONDITIONING CALEDONIA. MICHIGAN SALT The agreement was ap­ proved by a vote of 7 to 2, with Wes VanRhee and Richard Reyff voting no. Reyff explained later in the meeting that his “no” vote was because he was uncom­ fortable making a decision on the agreement on the night new material was be­ ing submitted for review. The commission heard from Bernadine and Jack Wiersma of Irving Road to discuss complaints they have with their neighbors, including bulls pastured next to their house and multiple auxiliary buildings on an ad­ jacent lot. Planner Geoff Moffat will research the past and current zoning on these properties. Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES) Chief Mark Marentette briefly reviewed his work on managing the impact of ur­ ban sprawl on township emergency services. His rec­ ommendations include working closely with the planner and planning com­ mission, joint operating agreements with other area emergency services, a possi­ ble future third station on the northwest corner of Thornapple Township and building relationships with developers. Planners learned that the township’s insurance com­ pany has appointed a new attorney to work on the Lan­ don Holdings lawsuit and the township’s legal firm will be co-counsel on the case. PH. (61 6) 891’0303 WATER PURIFICATION Your One Stop Water Store Water Softeners • Iron & Odor Filters Purified Drinking Mater Systems Convenient Drive-Thru • 30 Years Experience Servicing AU Makes & Models .............................. tree-lined, brick-walk vil­ lage with specialty shops, a picnic area and gazebo and the Porcher House, the for­ mer estate of wealthy citrus growers, now open to the public for tours. The Florida Keys are a favorite destination for many writers and artists, including Ernest Hemingway, who made his home in Key West for more than 10 years, writ­ ing, frequenting local bars or fishing. Tour his home, sur­ rounded by exotic plants and scores of the cats that the writer loved. Several commissioners pointed out areas where there are “blighted spots” or where they believe zoning enforcement is needed. The commission believes the time is coming when the township may have to budget more for enforce­ ment. Moffat asked the board to Yankee Springs rezoning request delayed again by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Norris Road residents continue to be frustrated over a rezoning request for property in their area, which last week was delayed again because ownership details have not been clarified. This rezoning request for a new housing development at the corner of Shaw Lake and Norris roads was tabled at the Yankee Springs Township Planning Com­ mission’s October meeting for the same reason. If own­ ership details have been re­ solved in time, the request finally will be considered at the Dec. 19 commission meeting. Residents who arc con­ cerned about whether or not this issue will be considered should call the township of- 1-888-891-0303 Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-6:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 fices to find out. In another matter, a re­ quest from Dave Vanderslik to rczonc a portion of his property on M-179 from C-2 commercial to C-3 commer­ cial was denied. The differ­ ence between the C-2 and C3 designation include the types of approved busi­ nesses and the permitted outdoor storage in C-3. The board also approved the revisions to Article 7 and the state mandated open space ordinance. These oidinances along with others previously approved will be considered by the Yankee Springs Township Board Tuesday evening. Dec. 12. The next planning com mission meeting is Thurs­ day, Dec. 19. at 7:30 pm in the Yankee Springs Town ship Hall. Kent Libraries closed Thursday The 18th branches of the Kent District Library and the KDL Service Center will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, for Thanksgiving. All branches will open again on Friday, Nov. 29, and resume regular open hours (with the exception of Spencer Township and Alto, which are normally closed on Fridays). Kent District Library serves 26 communities in Kent County with 18 branches. They include Al­ pine, Alto, Byron Township. Caledonia, Cascade, Com- stock Park, East Grand Rap ids, Englehardl (Lowell), Gaines Township, Grand­ ville, Kentwood, Krause Memorial (Rockford), Plain field, Sand Lake, Spencer Township, Tyrone Township, Walker and Wyoming. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads 2003 Regal LS Sedan Seif Savings Rebate Free Leather Bonus Cash $1,692 $2,000 $1,000 $1,000 $5,692 MSRP 26,480 - 5,692 WWATER CONDITIONING 9980 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia let him know when they see a zoning violation. In other business, the oath of office was administered to commission members Linda Gasper. Wes VanRhee and Ron Buning. who have been reappointed to three-year terms ending in November 2005. $20,788 Additional Savings For GM Employees and Family Members Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick S M-37 IN HASTINGS 616-945-2425 1^00-235 2425 • �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLNovember 26. 2002/Page 17 Looking For a Graphics PRINTER? 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MWovember 26. 2002 Speaker tries to scare kids into abstinence by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Nationally known absti­ nence speaker Pam Stenzel spoke to seventh and eighth grade students at Caledonia Middle School early Mon­ day morning. Nov. 18 She then traveled to Thornapplc Kellogg High School, where a gymnasium filled with seventh- through twelfth-graders waited for her. Students learned that “pregnancy was not the worst thing that could hap­ pen as a result of sexual ac­ tivity.” She spent most of her 75minutc talk focused on the damage girls especially suf­ fer from sexually transmit­ ted diseases. She also stressed the need to be aware of consequences of their choices. Stenzel graduated from Rockford High School in 1983. She told the student that she was voted the stu­ dent “most likely to become a nun” and that the evidence could be found in her high school ycarbtxik. Now married to a farmer in Minnesota she met in col­ lege. Stenzel used stories from her life to help students sec the need to make the right choices in their lives. All choices have conse­ quences, some arc easier to live with than others. Stenzel spoke poignantly birth mother might be there. I just want to tell her thank you very much for having the courage to love me enough to give me up.” Using humorous stories about her own children, ages 8, 15 and 16. and everyday misconceptions about sex. Stenzel used laughter to help the teens in her audience pay attention to the serious sta­ tistics she presented. As a parent, she said she sometimes wishes she could keep her own children in boxes until the age of 24 and protect them. She knows that the best defense she can give them is education. She reminded boys who get girls pregnant that they can be financially responsi­ ble for the children they fa­ ther until the child reaches the age of 18. Their salaries can be “garnished." which some middle schoolers did not realize did not mean vegetables but that salaries reduced by mandatory pay­ ments. She reminded students to keep their pants on. that oral sex was real sex and opened the way for sexually trans­ mitted diseases (STDs), and that it showed respect to re­ main a virgin until marriage. Much of her talk was di­ rected to the damage STDs can do. leading to sterility in women, cervical cancer, and incurable infections that are very contagious. She reminded boys that “nothing will fall off if they didn't have sex. There was enough humor in this fast-paced talk that students didn't fall asleep or want to read the books they brought. This talk was all about making choices and Stenzel tried to get students to pay attention so the lives they choose, will be happy, pro­ ductive and respectful of each other’s needs. Pam Stenzel told students that virginity was a pow­ erful way to respect those they cared about during presentations at Caledonia Middle School and Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. about the birth mother she has never met. This young girl survived a rape at the age of 15, decided to bring the child to term and then give her up for adoption. “Whenever I speak in Michigan, 1 think that my ' Let’s Give Thanks As we come to the holiday season, lets look about and remember the many, many reasons we have to give thanks. We are a truly blessed country with more resources, more opportunities, and more upward mobility than any other country in the world1 Several of us are experiencing difficult times now compared to recent years, but we know that this, too, willpass. It is important for us to look about and help others when and where we can. We at Gavin Chevrolet Buick Pontiac, Inc., are pleased to again be a collection point for Toys for Kids. All of the toys you contribute are distributed in Allegan, Kent, and Barry counties. We are collectingfoodfor Mel Trotter Ministries also. Tour continued generosity is greatly appreciated throughout our community1. We are thankfulfor your support of these and all of the benevolent organizations in our area. And, we thank you for your continuous patronage. We really are very fortunate to live here. TOYS TOR KIDS COLLECTION POINT CAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from MiddlevtHa Giving up toys can be fun These students at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School hold just a few of the many gently used toys donated to this year's gently used toy drive. Organizer Wendy Barker thanks all who contributed toys that will make life a little brighter for children living on Michigan reservations. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Skis that aren’t as wobbly, looser-fitting clothing that keeps moisture away from the skin so even skiers with non-Olympic forms will feel comfortable on the trail are part of the lures that bang the state s estimated 900.000 cross-country ski trekkers onto more than 3.100 kilo­ meters of trails this season You’ll find trails virtually every w here in the state, from near, or even in. major cities, to remote locations where deer and other animals are your companions Introduced recently are shorter, wider cross-country skis that are more easily managed by recreational skiers in the areas they most ski on: groomed trails. Wider skis mean more sta­ bility and control so you’re less prone to falling than with the much longer, nar­ rower. and wobbly models of the past. In addition to skiing, snowshoeing is gaining in popularity as both exercise and a way to access areas closed by winter snows. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing can burn as much as 1 .(XX) calories per hour. To help encourage the sport, the Great Lakes Nordic Ski Council, com­ prised of resorts in Michigan and Ontario, helps sponsor several events through the winter. Among them are: Garland Gourmet Glide. This popular East Michigan resort featuring the largest log lodge east of the Miss­ issippi is the perfect setting for this event Saturday s. Jan 4-March 1. Ski 10 kilome­ ters of trails and slop at five food stations alone the wav Call (877) 4-GARLAND ' Jan. 27-Feb. 2, Take Your Daughter to the Trails Ski clinics for women, trail pass­ es and free skiing at partici­ pants Call (2310 271-6314. Jan. 3-31. Discover Mich­ igan Skiing. Sign up through participating McDonald's restaurants and get a begin­ ner lesson and a beginner­ area downhill lift pass or cross-country trail pass at a big discount. Jan 12. Subaru Adventure Day. discounted lessons for cross-country skiers of all abilities. Call (231) 2716314. Jan 13-17. 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Janine Dykstra, with a lit­ tle help from her teammates from time to time, clamped down on Delton’s leader Kortni Matteson. Over Your Head In Debt? Jessica Flaska took off on the other end of the floor with 27 points. “She made some great cuts, and the girls made great passes to get her the ball,” said Uyl. Flaska also led TK with 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Megan Dutcher earned 16 tough points driving through the lane with a broken nose she received in practice on LIQUIDATION-REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy country and snowshoe event. Call (231)929-7775. Feb. 1, White Pine Stam­ pede, annual ski race be­ tween Mancelona and Shan­ ty Creek. 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The first time the Trojans ran the play, Flaska banged the ball off the bottom of the rim, but TK coach Marcy Uyl said that Flaska never forgot that moment in the game, and Uyl decided it was time to try the play again. Continued next page MEDICAL ASSISTANT/NURSE Busy Physician’s office is looking for a responsible person to work part-time. Please send resume: Ad #148 c/o The Reminder P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 COMPREHENSIVE Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. $995 $2,000 S1000 S3,995 Additional Savings For GM Employees and Family Members I Tuesday. Dutcher also had eight rebounds and six steals. Sophomore guard Chanda Brice chipped in 11 points, and had four steals. In the district opener last Monday, the lady Saxon eagers left it all out on the Equipment, continued from page 17 Michael J. 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Mi November 26. 2002/Page 21 Kristen Seaman throws on some tough defense late in the game against Delton (Photo by Brett Bre mer) Janine Dykstra pulls down a rebound against Hast­ ings, but her real chance to shine in the districts was playing tough defense, especially on Delton’s Kortni Matteson (Photo by Brett Bremer) Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball Trojan senior Megan Dutcher took her mask off af­ ter the second quarter against Delton, and started at­ tacking the basket. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Trojans’ Chanda Brice pushes the ball up the floor in the opening round win over Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) From previous page Flaska was the only Tro­ jan in double digit scoring with 15 points. She also pulled down 13 rebounds and had five steals. “They (TK) had more en­ ergy in the fourth,” said Saxon coach Steve Lau- baugh. After a tough regular sea­ son with a couple of close losses, Uyl said that the Tro­ jan’s overtime victory in their conference finale at Godwin was important. “You have to experience it,” said Uy). “Thursday helped us in that they know they can do it.” TK finally tied it up at 29 when Flaska grabbed an of­ fensive rebound with 1:10 left to play and put it back up for a bucket. The Saxons outscored TK 10-4 in the second quarter to take a four point lead into halftime. But TK tied the game at 15 with two quick buckets to start the second half. Then Saxon senior Laura Dipert started knocking down three’s. Dipert hit three of them in the third quarter. But when the teams came to their benches before the fourth quarter, Dipert looked like she had given it every­ thing she had building the Saxon lead in the third. Seniors Megan Dutcher BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville and Stacy Vander Werp both contributed six points for the Trojans, and the Tro­ jans’ center Vander Werp pulled down 12 boards. The Trojan's outstanding freshman helped lead TK through the first two rounds of district basketball. She led TK with 15 points, including the go ahead layup with 17 seconds left in the opener. In the semi's she poured in 27. Hi N. Main St. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton Agency M-37, Middleville. Ml Naslwilla, Ml 1*800*443*5253 517*852*2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE rB FARM BUREAU B, INSURANCE �Page 22/The Sun and News, MiddieviHe. MLNovember 26. 2002 South gains revenge ending Scots' season by David T. Young Editor It was district finals night at the Caledonia High School gym Friday, but it would have been more ap­ propriate to call it Revenge Night. The South Christian girls’ basketball team gave host Caledonia a nasty payback by taking a 60-47 decision and walking away with the Class B district trophy. The defeat ended Fighting Scot varsity coach Angie Stauffer’s first season at the helm with a 15-8 overall re­ cord. It also enabled South to avenge perhaps its most devastating loss earlier this season. 48-45 on Nov. 5, which probably cost the Sailors the O-K Gold Con­ ference championship. South Christian was fo­ cused and determined to make the Scots pay for their transgression of three weeks ago. Despite a slow start, the inside-outside game of Lisa Winkle and lx ah Pettinga sparked the Sailors to huge advantages in the second and third quarters. Pettinga broke an 8-8 deadlock early in the second period by swishing a threepoint bomb and the Sailors never looked back. The jun­ ior guard followed up with three more treys in the quar­ ter to lift the otherwise poor shooting and turnover plagued visiting ballclub to a surprising 24-17 lead at in­ termission. Caledonia, meanwhile, failed to take advantage of in the first half but had 20 in the second half. Some might argue that wasn't such a bad defensive strategy, as South Christian finished the night making just 23 of 41 attempts at the line for a miserable 56 per­ cent. Even their three-point shooting was better than that at 5-for-8 for 63 percent. The third quarter ended with South up 45-31. Midway in the fourth pe­ riod Caledonia came back from the dead for a few brief moments with full court pressure, cutting the margin to eight, 48-40 and only six, 49-43, with about four min­ utes left in the ballgame. Sparking the surge were three-point buckets by Slot and Megan Sandtviet and breakaway layup by fresh­ man Cari Butcher. The air of electricity for the home crowd was short lived, however. Pettinga nailed two free throws and senior Shari VanEngen swished a pair at the line Freshman Amanda Jandahl (34) looks inside to and scored a basket, and by the time two more minutes pass to a teammate while Mindy Bode (52) tries to provide a screen. had elapsed, the Sailors had gone on a 10-0 run that proved fatal for Caledonia. Junior forward Julie Slot Down 59-43, with so little South’s sluggish start and scored 10 points in the first time left, Stauffer and her horrible free throw shooting half to keep the Scots rea ­ Scots had to realize that it by giving up too many of­ sonably close. was the end of the line for a fensive rebounds in the first However, things really pretty darn good season for quarter and by not taking fell apart early in the third a team dominated by jun­ care of the basketball in the period when South’s full iors, sophomores and fresh­ second. The Sailors came up court pressure really seemed men. Stauffer has virtually with 11 steals in the first 16 to force a lot of silly Caledo­ everybody back next fall minutes off a full-court nia errors in simply passing from a 15-8 team that sur­ press that worked very well prised more than a few ob­ sporadically during the eve­ the ball to teammates up the court. Three minutes into the servers. ning. second half the Sailors were Slot dropped in a gameup by 14 points, 31-17, and high 25 points to pace the the game looked like it Fighting Scots, but nobody might turn into a rout. else on the squad could While Pettinga slowed manage more than five. She down hitting outside shots, also came up with 13 re­ senior center Winkle picked bounds, nine of them offen­ sive. up the slack inside, picking off passes to the basket from Pettinga finished with 23 teammates while she slipped points and Winkle had 15. behind defenders. Even The Scots made just 12 of worse, once the Scots were 42 field goal attempts, for a beaten by her inside the horrible 28.6 percent. South paint, they began to pile up wasn’t much better at 21 of the fouls. Caledonia was 57 for 36.8 percent. whistled for only two fouls About the only statistic Caledonia could feel good about was a 13-for-18 per­ formance at the free throw line for 72 percent. South Christian was scheduled to take its 18-4 season record into a Monday night regional opener at Lakewood High School against either Jackson Lu­ men Christi or Charlotte. Caledonia advanced to the district finals with wins last week over Rogers on Wednesday, and Kelloggsville on Monday. In the semi-finals against Rogers, Bode and Slot both recorded double-doubles to lead the Scots to a 58-42 victory. The Scots led by two at the half, and continued to pull away in the second. Bode had team highs in points and boards with 19 and 15. Slot had 14 of each. Sandtveit added 14 points that included three threepoint field goals. 500 Arlington Street (M-57) Middleville Butcher dished the bas­ ketball around for six as­ HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-5: Sat. 8-1 sists. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. f{ A3 i Tires 2000 is teaming up with Cooper Tires! Julie Slot (32) goes up for two of her game-high 25 points in the district finals. “The defensive intensity was great the whole game,” said Stauffer. “We came together as a team last night.” Something the Scots have kind of strug­ gled with all season long. Lindsey Dyke did most of the damage for the Golden Hawks pouring in a game high 23 points. In Monday Nov. 18’s dis­ trict opener the Scots pulled out to an 11 point half time lead over Kelloggsville then continued to build it in the second half, finally closing out the Rockets 62-37. The Fighting Scots led by only one after the first quar­ ter, but found their offense in the second quarter netting 21 in the period. Jandahl was the Scots leading scorer with 13 points, and Slot added 11. In total 12 different Scots put the ball in the basket to get their name in the box scores. Shelby King pulled down seven boards for the Fight­ ing Scots. Stacey Vcdder led the Rockets with 14 points. Her teammate Jessica Overstreet had 13, but hit only one field goal all night. Overstreet went 11 of 14 from the free throw line. tyekes fate Boty Collision Repair Specialists ...a JD Power Award Winner So stop in today for a great price... Or a Gift Certificate front two award winning teams! WOWF Cooper 795-3550 ♦ 949-2640 • 5100 Patterson SE South of the Airport �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml November 26. 2002/Page 23 Year ends at Rainbow meet In the Byron Center High School pool on Thursday and Saturday Nov. 14 and 16 the TK girls’ varsity swim team went to the 2002 Girls’ O-K Rainbow confer­ ence swimming and diving championships. There they swam against Byron Center, Calvin Christian. Godwin Heights, Unity Christian, Wayland and Wyoming Roger The 200 free relay teams of Sunday Malousek, Jes­ sica Stark, Megan McGilli­ cuddy and Gina Niemchick had (he best finish of the weekend for TK, fourth. Alicia Buchanan, Amy Tinker. Chelsey Strumberger and Nicole Crisher, TK’s second 200 free relay team finished 11th. The 200 medley relay team of Karla Mellen. Tay­ lor Sensiba, McGillicuddy and Nicmchick finished in seventh place. The Trojans second team to finish in the flight was comprised of Matousck, Emily Nyland. Bu­ chanan and Stark. They ended up in 11th place. Buchanan and McGilli­ cuddy finished 11th and 12th in the 200 individual medley. Niemchick finished 6th in the 50 free style. Sensiba and Nyland fin­ ished ninth and tenth in the 100 breast stroke. The 400 free relay teams of Crisher. Strumberger, Mellen and Niemchick had a sixth place finish. Next to the wall for TK in the 400 free relay was the team of Allison Sager, Ra­ chel Steorts. Amy Tinker and Sarah Wolf, who fin­ ished 13th. Niemchick tied for 37th overall in the conference. The TK swim team fin­ ished seventh overall in the O-K Rainbow. “The young ladies had a terrific performance at the conference meet. All season long they worked toward this meet,” said TK’s coach Pete Beaudoin. “We were dropping times but came up short in the end.” The Trojans say good bye to only one senior this fall, Jessica Stark, and they can tack this season up to expe­ rience. Automotive 2002 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS: 11,750 miles Purchased May 2002. Need cash, clear title. Contact (616)868-5269 or E-mail at david e.vitt©worldnet.att.ne t. 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MVNovember 26, 2002 Pennock HEALTH ^SERVICES 1009 West Green St., Hastings, MI 49058 •www.pennockhealth.com A letter to the Communities served by Pennock Health Services As you have probably heard by now, the Pennock Health Services Board reached a unanimous decision to de-participate with Priority Health effective February 1, 2003, since their final proposed contract terms would severely jeopardize the ability of our institution to maintain the high standard of care you have come to expect and deserve We encourage you to talk with your employer about offering you an opportunity to switch to another participating managed care plan such as Blue Care Network, IBA, Multiplan, Physicians Care, Physicians Health Plan or PPOM as soon as possible so you may stay with the hospital and physician of your choice Please take a few minutes to read the following points that we hope will clarify some issues and help you better understand the decision of the Pennock Health Services Board Once again, on behalf of all of us at Pennock Hospital, we regret the imposition placed upon you, our patients • Emergency Services: Priority Health has stated that “of course, emergency services can be obtained at Pennock Hospital if it is the closest available option.” • Pregnancy and Chronic Conditions: If you are undergoing treatment for chronic or disabling conditions or are in your second or third trimester of pregnancy as of February 1, 2003, you may continue to seek treatment at Pennock Hospital for up to 90 days or through completion of postpartum care • Pharmaceuticals: Pennock Retail Pharmacy is independent from Pennock Hospital and may continue to be utilized by Priority Health patients without any change in co-pays or deductibles • Occupational Medicine: These services are available to you and your employer, independent of Priority Health, so should not be affected in any way. • Charitable Care. Pennock Hospital is a not-for-profit organization, with a commitment to provide charity care to Medicaid (indi­ gent) and Medicare (elderly) patients even if at a loss. We do not and we cannot share that same philosophy with a managed care organization such as Priority Health. • Pricing: Recent surveys, conducted by an independent auditing firm, concluded that Pennock Hospital charges were very competitive with area hospitals in Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. Additional research by two indepen­ dent claims administrators confirmed the hospital charges are within the region’s reasonable and customary range. • Other Insurance Carriers: The hospital cannot discuss contract provisions or negotiations with Blue Cross, Priority Health or any other payer in a public forum. However, be assured that the Priority Health proposal would severely jeopardize the ability of our institution to provide the high standard of care that our community expects and deserves. • Hospital Participation: Pennock Hospital participates with several managed care plans, including Blue Care Network, IBA, Multiplan, Physicians Care, Physicians Health Plan and PPOM, who offer comparable coverage to Priority Health, yet main­ tain fair compensation for services rendered. We encourage Priority Health subscribers to urge their employer to offer en­ rollment in one or more of these other plans as soon as possible, so that continuity of care is not jeopardized. • Network Hospital: Not all hospitals participate with the same HMOs, PPOs or other insurance carriers As a matter of fact, Pennock Hospital is the only hospital south of Grand Rapids that has participated with Priority Health. There are NO hospitals in Kalamazoo, Lansing or Battle Creek that participate • HMO vs PQS vs PPQ: Pennock Hospital has de-participated only with the Priority Health HMO plan. Check with your em­ ployer regarding plan benefits if you are enrolled in the Point of Service (POS) plan or the Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan to determine if you will be responsible for any additional co-pays or deductibles when utilizing Pennock Hospital services Payment Levels: Pennock Hospital cannot address other hospitals’ satisfaction with reimbursement from Priority Health, since compensation for like services is not consistent throughout the network. Commitment: Pennock Hospital is an exemplary institution with people who are exceptionally well trained and a facility that maintains the latest technology and capabilities The Hospital Board, Medical Staff, Employees and Volunteers are committed to ensuring this invaluable asset is here for generations to come and must place the interest of the whole community ahead of those interests of one managed care organization. Daniel C. Hamilton Chief Executive Officer , , professional, progressi„e � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-12-03.pdf 69501614eedf786228cc8e2141c45b03 PDF Text Text KMnK«pmicu6M»Y wscwrchst H«TI»6S MMJ0M-U53 S$ PVBUC LIBRARY 121 N CHURCH ST HASTNGS mi 49058 Neios® Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 No. 49/December 3, 2002 County Board approves Middleville annexation Holiday sensations The Caledonia Public Library wowed patrons on Saturday. Nov. 23 with the scent of “chestnuts roasting on an open fire" while seasonal music filled the air. Leslie and Richard Wmkel roasted chestnuts and talked about the future of the American chestnuts More information is available at their web site www chestnustfarms.com, are receiving village serv­ County Board because he ices pay an equitable share doesn't believe he needs any of the cost of those serv­ of the benefits village offi­ ices.” cials say will be provided b\ During a public hearing annexation. Such a move before the vote, affected will “steal freedom away property owners Lawrence from us." Brooker also said. G. Bailey of 940 Arlington He’s concerned because St. and Christopher Brooker he wants to build a pole barn of 936 Arlington St. voiced in the future, and the village opposition. has different ordinances. Brooker said he will bv Gruesbcck. the village “forced” to pay $500 to manager, said the township $600 more in property taxes and village ordinances arc each year if his land is an­ similar and the two units nexed to the village. share the same planner. After the vote, he said he A "fundamental issue expected the county to vote that concerns Brooker is that in favor of the annexation. he didn't get to vote for “It’s progress. If I have to members of the Village pay it. I have to pay it. You Council who want to annex have to try (to fight it)." his property because he has Brooker said. "You can’t cry been a township resident He over spilled milk." noted that it’s like "taxation He said claims have been without representation." made that as a township “We don’t need the resident, he has been receiv­ sewer...," he said. ing village services without The village is preparing paying for them. The only plans to install sewer serv­ village service we (cur­ ices along Arlington Court According to the research rently) have is water, and we in front of the three annexed the construction team has pay double for it.” He later properties, which will then done, schools with artificial added that the village plow also have access to sewer turf can schedule games and does come down his road, services. practices, band events and but he said the village gets Sewer is expected Io be 78er football games without stale funds for plowing. available next year to the any damage to the field. “It seems a little bit ri­ Mark Uyl, TK’s athletic diculous,” he told the See annexation, page 16 director, said if artificial turf were added, he would apply to the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) to hold district and regional competitions at the stadium. There is enough room to line the field for soccer as well as football. Two people arrested early McCabe, assisted by the If the decision to go to ar­ tificial turf was made, there last Saturday morning Nov. Ionia County Sheriff and the would be a formal bidding 23 at Jimmy’s 1-ake Pump Michigan State Police, Ionia process companies would Lounge in Lake Odessa in Post, responded to a call connection with one man’s Pom Jimmy’s about 2:30 have to meet. School board member alleged threat to shoot an­ a.m. A 22 -year-old Ryan Dan Parker worried aloud at other with a handgun were Parish of Alto and 20-ycarthe Nov. 25 board meeting subsequently arraigned in old Wendy Dye of Arkansas about the cost of replacing Kent County last Wednes­ were arrested and arraigned the turf after approximately day, Nov. 27, on felony in 64A District Court in Ionia Monday before Judge 15 years. murder charges. Scott Kiel strongly sug­ The charges are related to Raymond Voct. Parrish was gested holding a public the Nov. 15 murder of Carl charged with four felony hearing on this issue if the Sherington of Caledonia weapons charges, being a construction team thinks it is Township. No bond was set. felon in possession of a fire Lake Odessa Police De­ a serious possibility. See murder suspects, pg. 16 “The money for athletic partment Officer Colin field development was dis­ cussed as we were working on the bond issue. We want to make sure thank the pub­ lic continues to be part of the discussion.” he said. Construction work at Stagecoach Park Other athletic facilities ‘essentially complete’ were discussed during the meeting as well. The basket­ Middleville Christmas Parade set for ball “cage” at McFall will be Dec. 7 replaced by additional park­ Security efforts conflict with Access TV ing. A basketball area and a broadcast “tricycle” race track will be added adjacent to the new Caledonia to assume operation of parking area. Foremost Water Facility Because the basketball by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Despite protests by two of the three affected property owners, the Barry County Board of Commissioners last Tuesday approved an­ nexing three contiguous Thornapple Township prop­ erties to the village of Mid­ dleville. Commissioner Sandy James, the County Board's vice chairwoman, cast the only dissenting vote. The village requested the annexation. Village Manager Bryan Grucsbeck said, “we’re pleased that the County Board did make the decision to square up the village boundaries and insure that all properties both within and outside the village that Is artificial turf in TK’s future? bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer The intriguing possibility of installing artificial turf at the football field is being discussed by the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education and the construction projects team. They are researching whether or not installation of artificial turf at the foot­ ball stadium would be in the best interests of the district. The date for a special community forum will be Tuesday, Dec. 10. at 7 p.m.. at the TK Middle School cafeteria. “We will be giving a brief constuction update and shar­ ing a new concept." Super­ intendent Kevin Konarska said. “Community members have approached us with the idea of using artificial turf in the football stadium. This would allow the stadium to be used daily for soccer, band practice, football, etc. Currently the stadium (with natural grass) is only dura­ ble enough to be used for football games. “The construction com­ mittee is gathering informa­ tion about available products and identifying pros and cons to consider. Most im­ portant is the need to update the community and gather input.” The superintendent stressed that this idea was generated by members of the community, not the Board of Education, “and we have agreed to thor­ oughly review the option. This is a different idea than originally shared with the community which was an upgrade to our current soc­ cer field.” Developers of an artificial turf system recently approached the school dis­ trict about the idea, which would include a new drain­ age system. The estimated cost would be $450,000. At first, the whole idea seemed out of question, but then it was noted that the possibility of holding soccer games in the stadium would eliminate the cost of reno­ vating the existing soccer field and adding lights and bleachers. Two charged in murder of Caledonia Twp. man In This Issue Borings were taken next to the McFall ‘cage’ as part of preparing for new con­ struction. See artificial turf, page 11 �Page 2/The Sun and News. Middleville, MbDecember 3, 2002 Project brings out family recipes Each year’foods teacher Jovce Domire at Thomapple Kellogg High School as­ signs a cook book project for students. Each student has to create a book with two recipes from 10 food categories. According to Jena Jones, one of the grand prize win­ ners this year. She asked us to talk to our parents, grand­ parents. neighbors and friends to find recipes. She doesn’t let us just copy reci­ pes from the Internet or from magazines." Jones said. ’Students be­ lieve that these cook books will be useful when we are living on our own. in dorm rooms or even to share w ith our own children and grand­ children.” Staff at the high school reviewed the finished pro­ jects with some being awarded ribbons for first, second, third or honorable mention. In addition to Jones, grand prize winners were Ja­ mie Roesly and Lyndsey Alsko. NOTICE No Christmas Tree Sales The display case OUtside the foods room was filled with student designed cook books With regrets, wc will not t»c I selling ta* tn liiidi Christmas trees this year due to tIn' the high demand for live transplants. Thank you lor sharing your joy and holiday spirit last year. If you are interested in our beautiful Colorado Blue or Black Hills Spruce to enjoy in your yard for years, please contact: DIG A TREE TRANSPLANTING. INC. Jerald ft Dawn Smith (269) 795 2232 2981 Loop Rd., Middleville, MI 49333 U4» also offer transplanting of trees you need moved with our spade truck. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACT10N-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes MOVIE OUTPOST Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, Caledonia 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Open Christmas & New Years • Gift Baskets • (lift Certificates • Reservations is on Movies Previewed Movies & (Janies • Games, Players & Accessories Caledonia staff wishes you a safe and happy Holiday Season! Why pay twice as much for your Internet access? Think Extreme. Inc. I MOVIE OUTPOIT I Rent One Movie or Game and ’ get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. I [ Offer good at Caledonia location [ I Sunday thru Thursday Free rental of equal or lessor value. One coupon per visit. Expires 1 &03 Product Id SunAd I rln QT u Cookbook grand prize winners (from left) Jena Jones. Lyndsey Alsko and Ja­ mie Roesly. Riddle contest continues by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This week will see the last of the A clues revealed in the Middleville Riddle Treasure Hunt contest. The contest began Oct. 30 and will end when someone finds the key to a treasure worth approximately $250. donated by local businesses. Tom DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church, posts new clues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, the clues will be delivered to all the sponsor locations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms are at the par­ ticipating sponsors, includ­ ing Family Trax Video, Middleville Parts Plus, Mid Town Cafe. Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000, 4 Star Video, TK Kitchen, Mid­ dleville Market Place. Phar­ macy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, Sun and News and the Middleville Chris­ tian Reformed Church. Prizes include a portable CD player, gift certificates, free Cosmic bowing, a tur­ key and five, one-ounce sil- ver bars. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. The clues for week 5 are listed below, followed by clues from the previous weeks. If no one solves the riddle following the last of the A clues. DeVries will begin posting B clues, which will help solvers. Clue 2A: How many pic­ tures of the stars from the north wall give their stares? Clue 13A: If a local news tale you would share, the last number of seven is needed here. Clue 12A: When did a great general finish his term and brash youngster next take the turn? Clue 6A: Gustav Holst he knew me not. But Walt Dis­ ney used my name a lot. Clue 14A: How many clams in which to lie, so you to Florida need not fly? Clue 11 A: In our three part name many letters you sec, but there are no prickers in what we give thee. Clue 7A: How many Surplus food distribution planned for December 5 There will be a food com­ modity distribution (USDA Distribution) for residents of Kent County (you must reside and live in Kent quality and affordable home Internet access 888.815.FAST to sign up today! County to qualify) Thursday, Dec. 5. from 9 a m. to I p.m. at the (Holy Family CatholicChurch Hall). The following are sched­ uled to be distributed to qualified participants: beef stew. cranberry juice con­ centrate. egg noodles, peanut butter butter, pineap­ ple. instant potatoes, walnuts and a frozen turkey roast. This distribution is subject to current federal poverty and income guidelines; proof of household income and number of dependents must be presented along with an application form and identification card (available at the site). If assistance is needed in loading your food, please bring helpers as the sue cannot guarantee helpers will be available. strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 3 A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Clue 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your land yachts to be repaired by me? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, which you can take home for all to view? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be, for me to strike the wood I sec? Week one began with these two clues. Clue 4 A: "When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Clue 1 A: “Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002 Page 3 Construction work at Stagecoach Park ‘essentially completed’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Man­ ager Bryan Groesbeck re­ ported last Tuesday night that Stagecoach Park is “es­ sentially completed.” with only a few lighting details to be added. The final asphalt coat on the parking lot and St. James Circle will be installed in the spring. The assessment district for the new parking area also was discussed with Vil­ lage President Lon Myers reviewing the possibility of an assessment contract. Denny Bennett of Champs Restaurant and Joyce Domire of The Scoop spoke out against the assess­ ment district. Bennett was concerned that only property owners on the south side of the street were being asked to pay the assessment He pointed out that businesses have suf­ fered during the construction period. He asked. “Where docs it stop?” Domire said she thought that $10,000 was “too much to ask,” especially since the cost of a trash enclosure was not nearly that much. She pointed to some of the prob­ lems her business has suf­ fered. including the loss of part of the roof. It was she said, “the summer from hell.” She told the village that she appreciates the new parking lot and will use it to access the trail, saying. “When this is done it will be beautiful.” Myers explained that the five property owners, in­ cluding the village, were be­ ing asked to help pay for what is an added benefit. He asked Groesbeck to continue to meet with the property owners before the next Vil­ lage Council meeting Tues­ day. Dec. 17. In other business last week, the council: • Agreed to have village engineer Steve Williams do the preliminary work to al­ low the village to apply for Caledonia graduate to present project Jeffrey R. Foster of Alto, a 1997 graduate of Caledonia High School, will present a project at the 31st confer­ ence on Senior Engineering Design Projects at Western Michigan University today. An Internet-based elec­ tronics lab. the use of carbon nanotubes as a reinforce­ ment in plastic, and the design of an ergonomically sound bottom dishwasher rack are among the projects that will be presented at the conference, which runs from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Bernhard Center on the WMU campus. It is open to the public free of charge and is sponsored by WMU's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Foster, son of Nick and Nancy Duiven of Alto, plans to receive a bachelor’s degree in materials engineer­ ing this month. Ninety-three seniors in construction engineering, electrical and computer engineering, industrial and manufacturing engineering, mechanical and aeronautical engineering and paper sci­ ence and engineering will present the results of 34 pro­ jects they have completed to solve problems facing busi­ ness and industry. For more information call Cathleen Smith at (269) 387-4023. INTEGRITY jill ihi IwWsisisaj fiMilljj /ouni/ Uj* ysrfsrsl two grants to help cover the cost of repaving the last part of Grand Rapids Street and Main Street from LemPaul Street to M-37. • Decided to review a lease agreement with the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission for a new four field complex at Spring Park. Mike Kelly, who serves on the commis­ sion. explained the need for the agreement — the De­ partment of Natural Re­ sources will not issue grants without it. and talked a little about future developments. • Approved spending $22,490 w ith low bidder Na­ gle Company on the water main replacement under M37 near Tires 2000. The vil­ lage equipment does not make a large enough boring hole for this work. Council member Dorothy Corson voted against this contract, saying the village should have considered hav­ ing Dan Valley Excavating, a local company, do the work, even though its bid was $5,000 more. • Approved a new threeyear contract with the vil­ lage manager. Michael Lytle told the board the personnel committee felt Groesbeck’s performance improved and they received good com­ ments about his work. • Was told that village's Department of Public Works employees ratified their con­ tract Nov. 25. The contract should come to the council for its approval later this month. • Approved the purchase of a snow blower for the John Deere that will help keep the walkways in Stage­ coach Park clear. • Approved rezoning 418 M-37 from R-2 residential to commercial. The phase one work on Towne Center Drive and the Phase II home sites for the Towne Center project were approved. The Village Council will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. for its only meeting in December. Thornapple Township was given permission to decorate a tree under the Stage­ coach gazebo for the holiday season. Middleville Village president Lon Myers thanked the township and pledged more holiday decorations in the future Christmastime is rapidly approaching Be a HOLIDAY HERO for the women in your life— Treat them with a Spa Package from ... babfMair& TanningjeThornoiy^^ (269) 795-6005 (269) 795-2623 9426 Spring Creek Ct., M-37, Middleville Includes: l-hour massage, 30-minute relaxing foot therapy, warm paraffin hand dip, salon set & style, 15-minute Shiatsu chair massage, lunch with champagne or sparkling juice Ctatmod Stome Jowl Featuring tours of the homes of: Tim & Linda Fredricks 8155 Cherry’ Valley Ken & Mary Rieth 9425 Ravine Ridge Blooms & Buckets 6464 Broadmoor Bry ce & Joy Sherwood 12675 Windy Ridge Charlie & Kelly Ziesemer 9310 Copper Greens Country' Town Floral 9345 Cherry Valley Doug & Chris Benner 9398 Copper Greens 3422 68th Street Ron & Vkki Filipchuk 6720 Lydia Court Dutton General Ed & Becky Hekman 9353 Enchantment Hosted by the Caledonia Senior Class 2OO3 Sunday, December 8, 2 pm to 6 pm Only $10.00 for entire tour FULL Stnvtcf 5A1ON CAltDOMA. Ml 49JU Please purchase tickets in advance by calling 891-0588 or stop by Caledonia High School Main Office, Blooms & Buckets, Country' Town Floral or Dutton General �f Page 4/The Sun and News. MiddleviHe. Ml December 3 2002 Last chance to help Local Christmas events planned fund Lions service dog High School Orchestra and the voices of the Redeemer Covenant Choir. This is an evening to cele­ brate Christ’s birth in music, song and word and enjoy home baked goodies and co­ coa or coffee. The church, located at 6951 Hanna Lake Ave., just south of 68th Street in Dutton, is fully ac­ cessible with ample parking. Call (616) 698-8001 for The holiday season in Middleville and Caledonia begins with music, drama and song in area churches. The following is a sketch of some of the local activi­ ties planned: • Redeemer Covenant Church will be host for ‘Sing and Shout for Joy!" at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. Sounds of the season will be presented by the Caledonia more information • St Paul Lutheran Church at 8436 Kraft Ave. in Caledonia will have a special weekend Saturday. Dec. 7, starting at 7 p.m. and Sunday. Dec. 8 al 5 p.m. to celebrate Christmas. The program features the short story ‘The Cobbler’s Guest,” singing, entertain­ ment. fun and snacks. Call 616-891-8688 for more in­ formation. Any churches who would like to have events added to this calendar on a space available basis should e-mail their information to Patricia Johns. jadnews@voyager.net or fax it to her attention at 9455192. The deadline for informa­ tion is 5 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 19. This week is the last chance for students in the Thomapple Kellogg Schools help the Middleville Lions raise the money for a service dog. Students are doing a vari­ ety of activities to raise money, including filling jars with spare change, penny "wars" and even purchasing special treats at lunch. Greg Pope, director of food services for the TK dis­ trict. said he is excited about this district-wide activity. Area residents who would like to help with this effort can drop off donations at each school office. A seeing eye dog will be visiting students during their lunch hours at McFall and Lee elementary schools. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Lit I hr Church - Sen'Dir u l.tvinR Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday School Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 9 30 a m 1035am 10 50 a m. ... 6:00 p m Family Night 6 .30 p ir .................. 7210 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles t 0 V U U I I I Y CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 SO b 11 00 a m Youth Ministry 891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at 1175 Broadmoor4 #ri Mi< hart Stowell. lead /'color Jne Cipi i<. Worship leader Denny Bmnna. Youth Pastor ( hurt h Offii e 616-891 0257 Visit our web site www bnghtside org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunh with a caring heart for our FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor Vouth [k>uglas G. Season. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School. . 945a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sen ae 1100 am Sunday Evening Service........................... 600 p.m. Wtdnesdtiy Mid W«-k Prayer 6 45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs 6:45p.m. Rev. R. Scott Greenway. Pastor Keith Stulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. : Emmons io \hk December 8 - Candles of Christmas The Shephenf Candle_______ Worship SctsKVs 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 a m . .iossxhip 10 30 j m t Nursery asatbbk throughout > Res Not nun Kohns (616)8918167 ChuK hOtluc 610 801 8669 891 -8648 ssssss cakdoniaunK svg CoiiiHiiuiitvo| Christ ALASKA CONGREGATION 8140 o8tr> S’ tTIjc ©lb tKimc jSlctljobifit (Eljurd) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 10 AM Sunday Morning Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Worship Hours 900am and 10 30am M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during all services Programs for all ages For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www peacechurch cc ^<Mr/ Cammuwi/y Cumpui fat Zfcnwj/ry Sennet Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God- Lakeside :■ 9:30 am Christian Education CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contcmparan Worship 9 30 a m Sunday School for All Ages 1045 am Evening Worship 6 00pm Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office 868-6391 www laUMdocomnwmty org_ Leighton Church £ Wednesday " Family Night 5 45-8 (K) pm PMtoc Paul M HiUnun Youth Pastor David Erikson 6951 Harina Lake Avenue, Caledonia 616-69M001 redeemenfisenjiet wwwjedeemerctornaat.org .4 modhrr vf the Liaayhcd CoiMMnf Outhn tfAmna (*tfaintd ' JtfndivuF /AfaU/uaA Located in Leighton Ton avhip Corner of 2nd Street and U2nd Avenue 2415 McCann Rd. Praise Singing 10 50 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion NVed Fellowship 7 30pm Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phono 795-2370 or 945-9327 Vicar ~ Rev. David 7. Hestwick Pastor EG. Fn::ell Church Ph. 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616-897-6'40 t616> H91-MX2H • e mail net 150 131st Ave . Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (nurthusst if Gun Lethe) Sat Evening Mass 5 00 p m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9 30 a m 9:30 a m Mass at St Therese Church in Wayland while renovations are being made _______________ 792-2889______________ Preaching the LitHng Word Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9 30 a .in. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a m (Jr. Church & Nursery available.) Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868 4725 Middleville - Parmelee | 930 am Parmelee Morning Wonr»p Middte'riie Morning Worship Sunday School (Aduris; Nursery ■ Gode 5 Sf High - Sun Evenrg Jr High - Godes 6-8. Wed Evenng 1100 a m 9 45 a m 1100 d m 606800pm 6067 30 pm Rer Uv Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER, CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Parlor Rei Josh Blunt Contac t our Dutton offic e at 1616) 65-65 WAY * ,Check our web tile w»•».wayfarercc.ory whitneyville ~ BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WMneyvie Ave at 84th st • 89’-8661 In Irving) Sunday Service Timet 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer 945 am SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH COMMUNITY Sunday A Place for Famils & F needs 6201 Whitneysille Avenue. Alto New4 Check out our new web trte UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 Wesi M 179 Highway (Chief Soondav Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7901 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Qualm Child Care and Programs Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Pbona ff’h 8688 Currently meeting at: Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High. Sun. 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun 6:30 pm Meeting you. your friends, and your fanuly — right where you're at - through: Informal mid week acoustic Praise and Worship service THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURL I I ew Life One mile east of Whitneyville Rd Traditional Service S 30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service 1100 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM ______ www.StPaulCaledonia.org________ Rev. Royle Bailard. Pastor Phone 868-6437 near Whrtneyvde Ave Church School Sunday Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Ret’. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH + MiStswmnPaul Sgnod Lutheran Church Comer of 84th St and Kraft tn Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 All Services have a Nursery available • Barrier Free YOU ARE INVITED Sunday School... 10:00 am. Morning Worship... 11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. d CALEDONIA C” UNITED METHODIST 250 Vint Street 10:00 a m 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship 9 30 a.m. Sunday School . 1100 a.m. Adult Bible Class 11 00 a m. Rfv P Adams Phone 891-8440 Church Office (6161 891 -1512 M-37 at lOOthSi 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service Good Shepherd Lutheran Church community and the world" Sunday Worship . .9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED _____ ■ XCI "The Church where everybody it romebody. and Jetut ts Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School Sunoco Schoo 9 30 am. Sunoar Momrg /Jonhp 1030 am •.<ee?rg a? cnape on whfre/vde Ave Sunday t /ervg Zrfonhp 6 00 p m wea ’/o*eefc Prayer & Bc*e Study 700 pm S.a Axtot • -e# <an Bona Asoc Po$?or heus*e wv-eMeoOe org �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002 Page 5 Hot sweet rolls all the rage at TK High School 11 The fifth food block included Helen Wenger and her daughter Tina Gibson. helping the students indi­ vidually. The reputation of the sweet rolls was touted at the Nov. 25 school board meet­ ing. where architect Tom Mathison, working on plans for the new life skills, foods classroom talked about how delicious the rolls were Jones said, "teachers stu­ dents and siblings agreed these rolls were scrump­ tious.” Nate Thornton follows directions given by Helen Wenger by Patricia Johns Sluff Writer A recent visit by Helen Wenger and Lois Bremer to the Thornapple Kellogg High School food classes was appreciated by students, staff and even visiting archi­ tects. Wenger and Bremer taught the “tricks of baking” to all of Joyce Domire’s foods classes. Jena Jones said, “These women arc precious treas­ ures of the town of Mid- leasnve HAIR DESIGNERS dlcvillc,” adding that they spent two days working with the students and “slaving over the hot ovens.” Tina Gibson. Wenger's daughter who works at the American Embassy in Lon­ don. added more expertise by attending one class and sharing her cooking knowl­ edge Wenger and Bremer were treated like grandmothers by all the students. The women went from kitchen to kitchen In Memory of... Everett Poll, Jr, .. who passed away 5 years ago on December 6, 1997. Sadly missed - always loved. His Family & Friends ‘IVfiat JDdficaitiy fBdiewt Ay (Jficd Shtphcxd liutfuxan Cfiuxcfl in MuLUadlt Part VII Lutherans believe lhai faith is received and gixxl works are done m and by Christ's Holy Church. Such a church will be and remain forever This church is the assembly of all believers among whom the Gospel is preached in its punty and baptism and communion are administered according to the Gospel Such a Church, as we confess is one. holx. and catholic. Though it appears to be splintered and tom asunder by doctnnal and denomination rifts, she is still one. holy and catholoic True unity in the faith is not seen It is invisible Disunity and division are seen Such division is the result of the impure preaching of the gospel and the misunderstanding of the sacraments Therefore in order to preserve the pure preaching of the Gospel and the right administration of baptism and communion, divi­ sions musi continue to exist within Christendom The modem ecunx*nical movement seeks to undermine the pure preaching of the Gospel because it seeks unity in practice, unity in ceremonies instituted by men. and not in unity of doc­ trine Such false unity is deceptive and unloving towards sinners w ho are in need of the gospel truth Therefore Lutherans w ill avoid worshipping with other denominations because they believe differently in certain aspects of the gospel and or sacra­ ments Lutherans will also most certainly avoid worshipping with those of non-Chnslian religious, in order that the tnic Gospel message may be purely proclaimed In order io bn ng about true unity m the Church Lutherans will be active in dialogue with other denominations For true visible unity comes only by agreement m the Gospel and the Sacraments Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, • THURSDAY Call today for Appointments? 122 E. Main St.. Middleville (next to Ph»/'» A//*) 11 1 Call 795-7719 For Your Appom James Beckering and Lois Bremer show off some of the sweet rolls. Caledonia Christmas Home Tour is Dec. 8 The Caledonia Senior Class of 2003 will be host for a Christmas Home Tour from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec 8. Featured on the lour will be the homes of Tim and Linda Fredericks, 8155 Cherry Valley; Bryce and Joy Sherwood, 12675 W indy Ridge; Ron and Vicki Filipchuk. 6720 Lydia Court; Ed and Becky Hekman. 9353 Enchantment; Ken and Mary Rieth, 9425 Ravine Ridge; Charlie and Kelly Ziesemer. 9310 Copper Greens. Doug and Chns Benner. 9398 Copper Greens; and Blooms and Buckets. 6464 Broadmoor; Country Town Floral. 9345 Cherry Valley; Dutton General. 3422-68th Street. The cost is $10 for the entire tour Please purchase tickets in advance by* calling 891-0588, or stop by Caledonia High School Main Office. Blooms and Buckets. Country Town Floral or Duiion General. at St. Paul Ciitheran Church 8436 kraft Ave.. Caledonia. MJ 49316 t-616-789-8688 Please join us for a special evening of singing, entertainment, fun and snacks, as we prepare our hearts to celebrate the birth of our Savior. Jesus Christ. Our program featuring the short story.- “the Cobbler’s Quest" begins at 7 pnt on Saturday. December 7th or 5 pnt on Sunday. December Sth. This is what Lutherans believe! 908 \V. Main. Middleville • 795-2391 Worship - Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class - Wednesday 9:00 a.m. OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evening* Always Available Call 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads ll'e’d love to see you there! �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002 CMS Junior Honor Society members inducted The Caledonia Middle School eighth grade choir, led by Ms. Nancy TenElshof. provided the music for the by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Caledonia School District Superintendent Dr. Doug­ Caledonia Middle School las Busman was guest speaker for Caledonia Middle School's Academic Achievement and National Junior students who have earned high academic marks were Honor Society evening of recognition. recognized for their efforts at the Academic Achieve­ ment Recognition Evening and National Junior Honor Society Induction. Cheryl Davis. CMS stu­ dent enrichment director, started this program several years ago "to motivate (the students) to continue their academic excellence." Caledonia School District Superintendent Dr. Douglas Busman was the guest speaker for the evening. In his remarks he talked about "The Laws of Leadership," a topic high on the priority list for National Junior Honor Adults $4.50 Society students because it Children under 12 $2.25 is one of the skills they must demonstrate. Coldwater Creek Road, just south Many CMS students were of 100th Street acknowledged for earning at least a 3.33 grade point av­ erage over the last year. FOR INFORMATION These students received a blue ribbon for their hard Caledonia Sportsman Club Breakfast Sunday, December 8th 9:00 a.m.-l 1:50 a.m. (616) 891-1168 COME VISIT SANTA AT THE BANK! SZINTZ) WILL BE AT THE MAIN OFFICE OF Hastings City Bank on Tuesday December /oth and Thursday December /?th work. Davis and Sharon Oatly introduced the Academic Achievement Program as well as the students themselves to the audience. The eighth grade choir provided the music with “America” and "Ma Bella Bimba.” Not to be confused with Academic Excellence, the National Junior Honor Soci­ ety students must exceed the 3.33 GPA to achieve not only to reach a cumulative 3.5 GPA throughout their middle school careers, but are also required to exhibit and demonstrate certain characteristics. NJHS students must rep­ resent leadership skills, service (such as volunteer­ ing for school functions, community, church, etc.), character (show courtesy, concern, honesty, reliability, observes rules, etc.), and citizenship (a high regard for freedom, justice, under­ stands the importance of civic involvement, etc.). The National Junior Honor Society requires that students achieving the speci­ fied criteria must be in­ ducted into the society in a formal ceremony and what better time for an induction than an evening dedicated to academic achievement? Students officially in­ ducted for this year were Kaitlin Ahonen, Samantha Ahonen. Brad Ahrens. Nick Aitchison, Greg Andrews, Kelsey Arnold, Sarah Bar­ ney. Steven Bellgraph. Tess Botstord. Patrick Bradley, Mitchell Brown, Hannah Canfield-Otzman, Matt Cavanaugh, Kelly Chase. Darren Chase, Zachary Christopher, Courtney Claf­ lin. Jordan Cook, Laura Cra- Academic Achievement Recognition Evening and Na­ tional Junior Honor Society Induction dit. Nick Cramer. Aron Dai­ ley. Kay Ian Davis. Ashleigh Dean. Joshua DeBlaay. Ste­ phen Durkee. Meghan Edgerle. Cynthia Engerson. Ross Ezinga. Patrick nie Horner. Jason Jacobson. Kaylee Jones. Samantha Kendall. Jillian King, Kris tin Klein. Jacob 1 yons. Ross MacGregor. Kathleen Maul. Justin Maxim. Scott Miller, Kelsey Nimmo. Tyler Oat dricks, Ethan Green, Mi- men. Bradley batmen. chelle Hall-Bauer. Katie Kassy Parker. Tarvn Parker. Heller, Lindsey Hooker. Michael Patterson. Rebecca Ashley Horgan. Britannia Plcva. Jeni Poliski. Josh Hormel, Josie Isaac. Erik Ja­ Ponne. Jackson Price. Tony cobson. Blake Jones, Mattie Pugh, Taylor Puricclli. Jonkhoff. Katie Jonkhoff. Amanda Rawlings. Emily Dana Juhlin, Kaylcc Kala- Ray. Nicholas Rcmpc. Re jainen, Tim Kelly. Tiffany becca Roe rig, Ricky Roo Kim. Trevor Kline. Brandon sicn. Carolyn Schancr. Joel Kolk, Staci Kuiper. Steven Scheele. Kathryn Schenk. Kukulis. Jaime Lightfoot. Nick Schwab. Kai la Joshua Lind. Kayla Lord. Schwcda. Jessica Shelton. Caroline Meerman. Amanda Nicholas Thompson. Aaron Mercer, Colin Mulhall. Amy Tuuk, Ronny Vandervccn. Nelsen, Kristi Page. Shane Morgan Warner. Kirk Parent. Amy Pasquanto- Weiss, Andy West, Jason nio, Meagan Peacy, Sarah Wiegand. Jacquelyn Wiest Piccard, Alex Rogers, Chris­ and Brian Wilder. tina Roosien, Stephanie Rossman, Andrea Schcdlbauer, Brooke Schievink, Saving on home Adam Schutt. Tim Sickles, Melissa Stanley, Clint insurance is Steketee, Maggie Stusick, Brianna Swartz, Callie Van“No Problem.” DenBerge, Scott VanderMeulen, Nick VanWerdcn, Shawn Videan, Bailey Wat­ son, Leah Witkowski, Chel­ 1 JB | undreds of thousand sea Yondo and Maddison >f families axe saving Zych. money with Aulo Owner* NJHS Members who were recognized for the continued Insurance for (heir home and achievement in the academic mobile home protection. Stop sector include: Melissa An­ in and ask ‘ derson, Shana Beers, Evan Brown, Scott Cargill, Zack us about Chapin, Amanda Claflin, quality pro­ Kevin Coolman, Leslie Cur­ tis, Malia DeBoer. Jason tection, Demeuse, Holly Denton, with flexi­ Lindsey DcPree, Jeffrey ble payment Donnell, Samantha Duiven, Michael Dunn, Julianne plans and “No Problem" claim Erno, Rachel Foerch, Lind­ sey Forton, Luke Gascho, Brittany Gibbons, Kyle Grucz, Jason Harp, Stepha^iulD -Ownen Iniurunce FROM 2:30 - 4:30 PMl JOIN THE FUN! Bank Here for You Since 1886 Hastings City Bank Caledonia Methodist Church concert set Caledonia United Methodist Church invites all community members to a Christmas concert at 6 p m Sunday, Dec 15. Christmas music will be performed by the church’s children’s, youth and adult choirs. The handbell choir and the instrument ensemble also will perform. Refresh­ ments will be served follow­ ing the concert Caledonia United Metho­ dist Church is located at 250 Vine St. For more informa­ tion, call the church office at 891-8669 NSllVdl HIM 006 NKOtAI President 497 Arlington St (M-37) PO Box 99 Middleville Mf 49333 ■ (269) 891-8208 (269) 795-3302 Toll free (800) 706-3302 Fax (616) 795-3935 - --- ------- -------- ---- ■ ■ �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml December 3. 2002/Page 7 TK school district’s policies to be updated by Patricia Johns Writer The Thornapple Kellogg school district has contraded with NEOLA Inc. to update the district’s policies. As part of this process the company provided the dis­ trict with a hard copy to re­ view. The policy committee made some changes to the first two chapters and then presented it for review to the entire board Nov. 25. Once the entire policy is reviewed and approved it will be available on the Internet. NEOLA analyzed five years of board minutes and other school district docu­ ments. identified gaps in policies, summarized current policy strengths and weak­ nesses and has even added how the federal “No child left behind” law will affect the local district. Associates from NEOLA will be available to discuss issues as the district works on the policy. Superintendent Kevin Konarska al­ ready is going to be check­ ing with NEOLA on several of the policies. One of the services the board used was the citations from statutes and regula­ tions. Several Michigan laws also affect local dis­ tricts. As the board reviewed the bylaws sections. Konarska said that the new wording is a better reflection of legal requirements. He believes that the new document, once completed, will be a better reflection of the community. In fact, the board added “the community will be in­ volved whenever strategic plans are developed or re­ fined.” Board member Dan Parker said that he was happy that this was in­ cluded. An orientation for new board members was in­ cluded in the new policy. The board also discussed confidential information and how to make sure it was properly understood. Konarska told the board that once the entire policy document is improved, he would begin work on the New placemats to help downtown designers Helmholdts to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Pat and Nancy Helmholdt will be married 25 years on Dec. 3, 2002. They have four children, Josh, Jason, Holly, and Justin. They have one grandson, Caden. Pat and Nancy have owned the Ponderosa Golf Course in Middleville for two years. They will be celebrating their anniversary with a family dinner. <_Alatu/taQ 99 cAfaifc SaCon and <ETatuung II Nails $25 ' Manicure $10 Gel Nails $30 •. Polish $5 Overlay $20 ' A Kids FREE Spa Pedicure $20 FREE With Air Brush 9944 Cherry Valley Ave 136 E State Street Caledonia (616) 891 1551 Hastings (616)948^2970 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New placemats were de­ livered to Middleville res­ taurants this week, showing some ideas on creating a consistent facade for down­ town Middleville. Architects from WinterTroutwine Associates used some of the ideas discussed at a design meeting Nov. 13 to create the placemats Residents are invited to modify the designs and bring them to the next de­ sign meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, in the Thornapple Township Hail. Even those who were not able to attend the November meeting are invited to bring their ideas. During the November workshop, participants seemed to want to recall a time in the village of be­ tween 1880 and 1910. using the examples of the St. James Hotel and the Ma­ sonic Temple. The new Stagecoach Park is influenc­ ing area developments as well. The Downtown Develop­ ment Authority will use the Call 945-9554 to place an ad in the Sun & News. ideas and architects sugges­ tions to develop a facade easement program. The goal is eventually to have the downtown and M37 corridor present a look that ties the two areas to­ gether. Developers for Towne Center and the Middleville Marketplace already are working with the village to develop “a village look,” as they work on plans for de­ velopment and expansion of their facilities. procedures document. The board hopes to work on the policy document at the second meeting of each month beginning in January. It should be available for a final approval vote in June. We had such wonderful times traveling on vacations, but now Bob has a hard time remembering his way around the town he has spent his entire life in. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer'&dementia care. • • • • • • • • • • • 24 Hour Compassionate Care Respite Care Emergency Call System Dementia Care Individual Personal Assistance Barber & Beauty Shop Podiatric Care Complete Laundry & Housekeeping Activity Programming Wheelchair Accessibility Medication Management lOcwMaiim ftleadotus 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialised Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 �Page 8/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml Decemoer 3. 2002 Middleville Christmas parade set for Dec. 7 Santa always rides on the last float in the Middleville Holiday Parade. This year's parade steps off from the McFall building at 10 a.m Saturday, Dec 7 by Patricia Johns Sluff Writer This Saturday. Mid­ dleville will he filled with the sights and sounds of the holiday season. Holiday cookies, music and crafts will be available during the morning. This year there is even a book fair. This year's Middleville Christmas parade sponsored by the Middleville Lions g 88 :::: MILL POND CONDOS Thomappic River & Downtown Middleville Payments from: $898/mo.* • EPA-Five Star • 5 miles Paved Paul Henry Energy Rated Btking/Walking Trail • 1320-2300 sq. ft. (269) 795-0000 -or(616) 891-0993 Information Center 126 E. Main Downtown Middleville (Comer of High Street and Whtrt Mature bifiu hfrtmt Main Street) •Phnctple jnd iiMeresi hjutl on house pnev of SI85.<MX). 10** down payment of II8.500 and kxin amount of $167,310 Club will step off from the McFall Elementary School parking lot at 10 a.m. Satur­ day. Dec. 7. Parade organizer Bill Kenyon said. “I think that we already have four floats registered and we can al­ ways use more. Both the high school and middle school bands will be per­ forming seasonal music and of course Santa will put Middleville on his pre Christmas Eve schedule to appear.” The parade leaves McFall and then everyone marches down Main Street to the Middleville Methodist Church. Santa will have some time to meet with chil­ dren following the parade. Wwomen at the Method­ ist Church will hold their an­ nual cookie walk the same day with a vast variety of cookies available to be pur­ chased. Cookies go on sale at 9 a.m. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Carveth Village will have a holiday bazaar with hand crafted items and gift bags for children. The book fair at the TK Learning Center will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. Anyone with questions about the Mill Pond condo­ miniums is invited to stop by at their newly refurbished offices at the corner of Main and High streets. For information about registering for the parade, call Kenyon at 795-3669. Zach Tolan (standing) enthusiastically directs Ashley Sollinger, Jillian Lalonge. Sandy Campbell and Daniel Montroy during his string classes held at the Mid­ dleville United Methodist Church. Not pictured are Michael Montroy and Paige Vogel. TK senior wants strings attached to school band by Patricia Johns Sluff Writer Zach Tolan, a senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School, hopes to bring “the heart of the orchestra” to the Thornapplc Kellogg district by teaching young students string instruments. “You know that TK doesn’t have an orchestra and I thought by doing this we could grow some interest in having one in addition to the band." His students arc working hard at the rudiments of the violin. They arc conquering scales and “Twinkle. Twin­ kle Little Star" with the “Ode to Joy” as their goal. Originally Tolan thought that he was going to work on a legal career, but this ex­ perience makes him inter­ ested in a career in music education. Students meet two or three limes a week with their instruments and will soon be the “heart of the orchestra." Family Fun Night will be Dec. 18 in Middleville Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission program director Mike Bre­ mer invites area families to mark their calendars for the next Family Fun Night Thursday, Dec. 19. “More than 30 family members participated in the first Family Fun Night,” Bremer said. “Everyone, from age 3 to adult, had fun making crafts, playing bas­ ketball, chess and Candy Land, enjoying the TK pool and even laughing at Three Stooges and Little Rascals videos.” The Family Fun Night is scheduled from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Thornapple Kel­ logg High School gym and cafeteria. The pool is open for participants from 8 until 9 p.m. Bremer said, “There will be crafts, board games, bad­ minton, volleyball, basket­ ball, videos and lots of time to enjoy family time. This is a ‘no pressure’ evening and participants can stay as long as they like.” Children must be accom­ panied by a parent or adult guardian. The cost is $1 per participant with a maximum of $5 per family. For information about the Dec. 19 Family Fun Night or other parks and rec activi tics, call 795-8853. MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS to all my family and friends Lorraine Bechtel Baytown, Texas JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hascnp. Midupa wwwjumngsnuxuaLcorn Daniel L'rich 6090 Alden Nashr Alto Judy Harrison 868-0050 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002Page 9 TK’s service team drive aids Fresh Food Initiative by Patricia Johns Staff Writer No one knew when the service team at Thornapple Kellogg High School began their food drive that more than 5,000 items would be donated to the Fresh Food initiative. Lani Forbes said, “The kids at Thornapple Kellogg Sch(X>ls are incredible. This donation will help us stretch our supplies and assist those Barry County residents who need food assistance." A convoy of vehicles was needed to carry all the do* nated food into Hastings, where it is distributed each Wednesday morning. Some of the team even had per­ mission to come help with the distribution. Advisor Nancy Iveson praised the hard work of her entire 30-mcmbcr team in encouraging donations. Anyone who missed con­ tributing to the food drive can drop off non-perishable food items al McFall. Lee or Page elementary schools this week. These items will dis­ tributed to the food banks al local churches. The lobby was filled with boxes, bags and cans of food. TK grad earns tech law degree Lani Forbes gets help from Service Team students as she loads her car. It took two to move some of the donations. Here Emily Zoet (left) and Megan Dutcher use all their muscles for a good cause. Kevin Lee Holst, a 1995 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and an undergraduate at the Univer­ sity of Michigan, has earned his technology law degree from Santa Clara University in California. He passed the California Bar Exam on first seating. He is living with his wife, Courtni, in Palo Ako, Calif. His parents are Marcia and Ken Holst of Mid­ dleville. Athlete of the week Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Basketball The senior guard on the Trojan girls' basketball team had a team high ten points in TK's regional round loss to Byron Center. Last week, Dutcher was also named to the all-Barry County first team, for her effort over the entire season. _____ The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. 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Jan. 9, 2003. All matches take place in the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Gym begin­ ning at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The registration fee is $50 per team. Parks and Rec Director Mike Bremer says, “Don’t delay and possibly miss out on a great indoor winter fun opportunity. Call Bremer at 795-8853 for a registration form or for more information. 795-9947 IHCZOterfXxvd^.GuaUh | HOURS: Mcn-Sl 104. Sir W4 Wee j > Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad and reach over 11,000 area homes Dr. Battiste and Leon Vanderlaan look forward to meeting you and providing you Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 men’s & women's f obstetrics ~ kids & seniors Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml www.advantagehealth.org �Page 10/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002 CHS has lockdown trial run by Kalie Musser Ever since the school shootings at Columbine High School three years ago in Colorado and other simi­ lar incidents that have taken place throughout the United States, students and staff have come to realize that tragedies may happen to anyone — even at Caledo­ nia. So while students at other area schools were busy working in the classroom, students at Caledonia High School experienced some­ thing very different Friday, Oct. 25, when they took part in a "Lockdown Drill." The lockdown involved all of the students and staff in the high school complex. Twenty-six campus safety officers from other schools, the Kent County Sheriffs Department, and a school board member also were in­ volved. The procedure was both simple and complex. Each staff member was notified that the school was going into a lockdown mode, which meant staff im­ mediately had to secure the room by locking doors and windows and closing blinds. Students would move to a spot in the room that would be less visible to an intruder. If they chose to do so, since Call945-9554 or 1-808-878-7085 tor Sun a Hews ACTION-Ms! Call anytime. 24 hours a day. 1 days a week Gzrrtuifc this was just a drill, they could move the desks in such a way as to provide a barricade and protect the students. If there really was an intruder in the building, then the step of moving the desks to protect the students would be a must. When the staff member's phone rang they were to state the following informa­ tion as it was asked: teacher's name, if there was any medical attention needed, and how many stu­ dents were in the classroom. The students’ responsibilities were to stay very quiet and follow directions. “Overall. I think that this went very well for it being our first time." said Assis­ tant Principal Jim Glazier. There were only two mis­ takes, according to Glazier. One was when someone knocked on the door, some staff members or students. 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Student responses to the drill were varied. Some felt safer and thought it was a good idea to practice for such events. Now that the mistakes have been identified, and fixed, officials hope Caledo­ nia High School will be ready if and when an emer­ gency were to occur. Used book sale set for Dec. 14 A used book sale, featur­ ing a variety of books at bar­ gain prices, will take place at the Caledonia branch of Kent District Library at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Proceeds from the sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Caledonia Library, will benefit the Caledonia Branch of Kent District Library. The library is locat­ ed at 240 Emmons St. For more information about the used book sale, please call 647-3840. Making room for romance Librarian Jane Heiss checks to make sure the new shelves donated by Caledonia Lumber will work as they make room for new romance novels at the li­ brary NEWEST CITIZEN GIRL, Addison James bom Nov. 22, 2002 at 5:36 a.m. Welcoming her home was big sister, Keeley. 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Ml December 3. 2002'Page 11 Artificial turf, continued from page 1 Winifred (Winnie) I. Teravest-------------------MIDDLEVILLE Winifred (Winnie) I. TerAvest, age 78, of Middleville, went to be with her U>rd on Saturday. Nov. 23, 2002 She was preceded in death by her husband, John G.; two brothers, Stanley and Jim Trissell. She is survived by her son. John TerAvest; her daughter, Irene TerAvest; brothers. Rudolph Trissell. Paul Trissell; brother-inlaw; several sister-in-laws; many nieces and nephews. She was active in church work throughout her life. A private committal ser­ vice for Winifred was held on Wednesday. Nov. 27. 2002 at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Grace United Reformed Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home. Call 945-9554 Book fairs planned to place your at middle, pre school Sun & News ACTION-Ad! In the midst of the shop­ ping frenzy for the holidays, the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Library and the local presch<x)l program will have a quiet and fun al­ ternative. with book fairs. The pre-school book fair will be held through Dec. 7. During the week it is open during prc-school hours. Call 795-3397 to find out when it isopen. On Saturday. Dee. 7, the book fair will be open for those waiting for the parade to start from 9 to 11 a.m. The btxik fair is in room 23 at the T.K. Learning Center. It has easy access from the parking lot where the parade floats and bands line up. All proceeds benefit the TK preschools. Kiddie Kampus, Readiness, Panther Cubs and Cooperative. The Scholastic book fair at the TK Middle School is open during school hours with librarian Porrie Sturm available before and after school for parents. Students will visit the book fair dur­ ing their reading classes this week. McFall Principal Bill Rich and McFall librarian Voni Lucas have a few sug­ gestions of books that would make great gifts. Some are available at the book fair. Rich suggests The Ghost Fye free, bv Bill Marlin Jr. The Wide Mouth Frog, by Keith Faulkner, Mortimer by Robert Munsch. Piggie Pic by Margie Palatini. The True StQQ of the Three Lit: tic Pigs by Jon Scieszka and Cookie Count by Robert Sabuda. Lucas recommends some of the favorites of students at the school. These include Adventures of Taxi Dqil Tub People. The Raft. Show and Tell. Click Clack Moo Cows that Type and the Magic Tree House series. At the Middle School, students will find how to books, and popular young adult novels including se­ ries. Reach over 11,000 area homes hoops will not have to be moved to the high school, the baseball field was reori­ ented slightly. There w as a discussion on the best place for the inter­ nal road between the bus ga­ rage and the middle school. 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Ml/December 3. 2002 Security efforts conflict with access TV broadcast by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Public Access TV Channel 15 did not tape or broadcast the Caledonia Township Board meeting of Nov. 20 because necessary equipment was not made available to the volunteers, Tom Apol reported in begin­ ning comments of that evening’s meeting. Apol, who normally per­ forms recording of public meetings (a volunteer since 1994 without monetary compensation), said due to the lock change on the base­ ment door, he had been locked out of the area where transmission equipment is housed. He said the Caledo­ nia Village President had ar­ bitrarily changed the lock cylinder on the basement door, "making it proprietary solely to the Village of Cale­ donia." The TV broadcast equip­ ment was moved to the Village/Township Hall about four years ago from the high school. Apol said. He had been granted a key to the basement to allow for test­ ing. maintenance and up­ keep of the equipment. Locking the door had been done without contacting him and had prevented him from carrying out the duties and needed equipment access connected with the broad­ casts. He pointed out that the cable subscribers own the channel and the equipment. Quoting from a legal docu­ ment, he said the "Federal Communications Commis­ sion and Congress... does clearly mandate that the broadcast content and indi­ vidual channel broadcast op­ erations shall not be sub­ stantially interfered with by public office holders." FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues More than design theme needed To the editor: It is going to take a lot more to change the face of Middleville than coming up with a design theme to be used by area businesses. While that, in and of itself, is a worthwhile pursuit, that alone will not change the way Middleville looks. Until village and township offi­ cials do the job that they’ve been elected and hired to do by enforcing zoning ordi­ nances and improving plan­ ning, the village will not be improved. 1 challenge both the vil­ lage of Middleville and Thornapple Township to clean up their act by actually enforcing the zoning ordi­ nances that are in place and developing new ordinances that are badly needed. I challenge officials to stretch their idea of what is possible. Officials need to raise their standards and insist that new developments both commercial and resi­ dential be of higher quality. They need to ensure that zoning ordinances make sense as the area develops. We need our officials to be people with vision who can project into the future and see a Middleville and Thornapple Township that looks and works in a way that we can all be proud to live here. Patricia Wilson, Thornapple Township Some things are meant to be a certain way... Like insurance from Pioneer State Mutual. • Comprehensive coverage for homes and vehicles • Discounts for insuring both your home and car. • Quick claims response and sound advice. It's the way insurance should be. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY 612 E Main St* Caledonia. Ml 49316 616.891 9294 PIOHLER STATr MUTUAL TRUSTWORTHY Apol asked that the board return rightful access to the equipment because this had proven to be very workable during the past four years. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said he had been contacted just prior to replacement of the lock, by an e-mail from Village Man­ ager Sandy Ayers, and had consented to the change, be­ cause security in the base­ ment was questioned. He said it was feared other unknown persons might have access to the basement, where important records were stored. Com­ puter equipment, phone switches, election records, planning department files, file archives, historical files and more were stored in the basement, and needed to be in a secure environment. Harrison explained. "One of the goals I have for this cable committee is to reach out to the schools ... operations and program­ ming. and that’s going to re­ quire access." He said secure access to only the cable por­ tion and not to other areas of the building was needed. Harrison said a 10x10’ room on the back of the building with outdoor en­ trance had been offered for the equipment, which he saw as a positive option. He said he would like the cable committee to see what tech­ nology and adjustments AA & AL-ANON [ Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al­ Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Christopher J. Hier, 6*16-891-1240 Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Synopsis of Meeting COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES November 12, 2002 The regular meeting of the Village of Middleville, Michigan Council was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mr. Lon Myers, Council President of the Village of Middleville, Michigan, in the Council Chamber of the Village Hall. Members present: Mr Floyd Bray, Mrs. Dorothy Corson, Mr William Kenyon, Mr Michael Lytle, Mr. Lon Myers. Mr. Charles Pullen and Mrs Marilyn VandenBerg. Minutes of the October 22. 2002 meeting were approved as written. The Agenda was approved as amended. Mr. Bruce Bender, representing Wayland Snow­ mobile Club, approached Coun­ cil for permission to run a trail through the Village as in previ­ ous years ACTIONS TAKEN 1. Approved the invoices dated November 08. 2002 tn the amount of $244,826 34 on a motion made by Mr Pullen and supported by Mr Lytle 2.Allowed the Wayland Snowmobile Club to post a trail through the Village following the same guidelines as they have done in previous years on a motion made by Mr Lytle and supported by Mr Kenyon 3 Accepted the resignation of Mr Russ Blough as the DPW Director on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle 4 Re assigned Mr Russ Blough as an Equipment Operator at a probationary rate of $14 45 per hour retroactive to October 28. 2002, leaving his ME RS intact on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr. Kenyon. 5 Named Wayne Winchester as DPW Director, with a sixmonth probationary period, at a rate of $18 44 per hour retroac­ tive to October 28, 2002 on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle The motion carried 6-1 with Mr Kenyon voting against the motion 6 Accepted the bid of $12,688 from Weather Shield Roofing Systems Io place a new roof on the Village Hall on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 7 Directed Staff to proceed with the paperwork and to address a Special Assessment District on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mrs VandenBerg 8 Adjourned the meeting at 7 50 pm on a motion made by Mr Bray and supported by Mr Lytle Respectfully submitted. Rhonda L Fisk, Clerk The complete text of the minutes may be read at the Village Hall between the hours of 9 00 am and 5:00 p.m.. Monday through Friday interested citizens invited to apply tor the following available Commission seat NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Conveniently located on \f-371n Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE General Dentistry for Children & Adults Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available would be needed to make the outside access idea, as a that move. He said program­ positive move "toward ming needs and members of achieving high quality pro­ the cable committee with a gramming and operation im­ need to access that could do provements." Apol said volunteers so. He said he also saw a should have their efforts need to provide security for made as convenient as pos­ the rest of the building, sible. He said most have which is why he supported jobs during working hours, and to "take care of this the action. Elaine Veltman. adminis­ stuff, you have to do it after trative assistant, is expected hours." Apol said a closet adjoin­ to be trained in operation of some of the programming. ing the meeting room had He said he has asked that originally been intended for multiple keys be made for cable equipment, but it had both village and township been used instead for elec­ staff. He suggested in the tion equipment or materials meantime cable volunteers storage, implying that room could access the equipment might be more suitable than during working hours on a the outside option. per request basis, with su­ Harrison said even if the pervision. until other areas closet was available, he fa­ of the basement could be vored the outside access so made secure. volunteers could have access lie said he appreciated the to work on the cable pro­ hours volunteered by Apol. gram without coming into which had been primarily a the main building at all. "one man show." Training He said the issue wasn't of staff was hoped to help about Apol. and asked him supplement these efforts he not to take it personally. said. During board comments. He said the reformulation Trustee Wally Bujak said he of the cable committee and was disappointed the stale resulting "growing pains" champion equestrian team would cause some tempo­ presentation was not broad rary discomfort, but favored cast. HOUSING COMMISSION 1 -unexpired term expiring 04/30/05 NITE .WHITE Your Smile The First Thing People See! Apply in writing to Viflage of Middle vifle 100 East Main Street Middle vine Ml 49333 Attn Viflage President Letters must be received by December 13. 2002 Appointments to be made December 17. 2002 At the regular meeting of the Viflage Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 302 — �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002/Page 15 Caledonia to assume operation of Foremost water plant by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Nov. 20 took up sev­ eral utility related issues, and placed the special as­ sessment districts for the winter of 2002 on the tax rolls. The board approved an extension to a pre-existing contract with CD Barnes for the installation of the new iron removal plant. The treatment plant additions were on-line, Utilities Ad­ ministrator Rich Pierson said, so the township could take over the ownership of the Foremost site by Dec. 1 Pierson said the company and Wilcox Associates had done a great job on the pro­ ject. A change order request for CD Barnes in the amount of $3,207 was approved by the board. The amount was to be added to the project to­ tal for additional expenses for electrical changes and wall adjustments. Pierson said the contingency fund could withstand the amount. Well No. 1 failed in Octo­ ber, and Foremost had to re­ pair the well al the same time the township was at­ tempting Io place two new wells in service, to supply Foremost and Io Dunigan for flushing water mains. During the repair it was rec­ ommended the pitless ..... adlipter be replaced. The failure was due to a faulty cable wire and had been up­ graded. The new pitless adapter was a higher quality model than the intial instal- 3.5 During board comments. lation, Pierson said. Foremost asked the town­ Trustee Richard Robertson ship to purchase the unit, but elaborated on budget state­ agreed to pay the labor bill. ments made earlier in the The cost was $9,995. Pier­ month. He presented two son said this was a fair and charts summarizing the tax appropriate request because rates of 2001 for various the well, under the contract, Kent County townships, rat­ would have belonged to the ing them from the lowest to the highest overall millage township. The replacement of the rate. The operating millages pitless adapter was ap­ are indicated in the darkened area at the bottom of the proved. graphs and the extra mil­ lages at the top. These extra millages are used for fire de­ partments, parks, libraries, and other uses. Though Caledonia has the Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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The program features lots of reindeer entertainment for children ages 6 and under. The program will be at the Caledonia branch at 10:30 am. Thursday. Dec. 12, and at the Alto branch at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. Dec. 18. Kids can enjoy reindeermg nng-toss. reindeer songs and rhymes, and a reindeer v idee They can also create a reindeer paper bag puppet to bn ng home with them ••This is a new program, although we always try to do an event of this sort around the holidays." said Kris Vogelar. youth specialist for 'We think it is a special time of the year to celebrate and bn ng the kids to the library for an hour of holiday fun.** For more information regarding the Reindeer Day program, please contact Kent District Library at 784zotr Township third highest total tax in the county, its operating millage is among the lowest. Most of Caledonia's extra millage is dedicated to fire and po­ lice. The second chart com­ pares townships which are more similar to Caledonia in population, of which Sparta is the closest and Alpine be­ ing the closest in taxable value. Robertson said the aver­ ages are used for a basis for comparison for setting sala­ ries. He said the millages and figures coming in for 2002 also would be different than the previous year. Trustee Larry Stauffer said his impression was that "people feel they are getting their money's worth, and if they didn’t feel that way, didn't want the services and didn't want to be here, they Supervisor Bryan Harri­ wouldn't be coming here son suggested this might re like they are." Caledonia Township suit in lower millages per would not be one of the fast­ family. Robertson said there was est growing townships in Kent County, he said. See water plant, page 16 f HELP WAMII) Now taking applications for full- & part-time help Breakfast, lunch, dinner cooks Day & evening shifts available Must be reliable Experience helpful u Apply at Monterey Grille 9175 Cherry Valley �Page 16/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002 POLICE BEAT Water plant, continued from page 15 3 2001 Kent County Apportionment Report Source Man found in burning car likely not homicide victim 2001 Tax Rates for Comparable Townships in Kent County □ Extra voted □ Operating 2 5 Investigators are no longer looking at the case of a man who was found inside a burning car Nov. 20 at 8555 Kalamazoo Ave. SE in Gaines Township as a suspi­ cious death. Authorities believe Mi­ chael Dean Chapdelaine. 48. either died accidentally or intentionally. The autopsy shows he died of asphyxia. He was 2 | 1.5 linn 0.5 0 Township Alpine Sparta (Closest Population) no consistency between larger townships and lower millages. He said. "Actually, Caledonia Township has one of the most favorable tax bases to population." Cas­ cade was far and away the highest, he said. Robertson said the amount coming back as tax revenue sharing funds also was different for various townships and the tax rate was not related to popula­ tion. Clerk Pat Snyder said the :19 LVeu^Utl^ (Uli euet hdtet Village of Caledonia re­ ceived a higher percentage of revenue sharing funds per capita than the township. Robertson said he felt the township should look for ways to reduce the millage rate. Treasurer Jill Cardwell commented that Caledonia had a low operating millage, and the residents had ap­ proved the two-mill fire and safety millage, helping the arm. one count of resisting and obstructing an arrest and receiving stolen property. Dye was charged with carry­ ing a concealed weapon and possession of a stolen fire­ arm. Parrish, who has been convicted of at least one prior felony, was being held in Ionia on $800,000 bond. Dye’s bond was set at $250,000. She has prior fel­ ony convictions and a hold for extradition has been is­ sued for alleged “terroristic threats” committed in Ar­ kansas. When police arrived at J* IVUite i“c o’11 ycM. me a QjvtiaUtiw “•““X<■> «9-w!r88" Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet. Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients Neur Ada Caledonia evening hours • We welcome all ages Call for your appointment ... township upgrade much needed equipment, but did not pass the parks millage. Robertson maintained that the comitment to fire and safety funding competed with other projects also de­ sired by the community. Trustee Bill Bravata said Cascade Township, with its highest voter turnout this fall with around 72 percent, defeated its fire and safety millage by a small margin. Investigators will be look­ ing for any type of acceler­ ants. which may have con­ tributed to the fire. Landscape trailer disappears from Yankee Springs site A 16-foot landscape trailer turned up missing be­ tween 9:30 p.m. Nov. 22 and 1 p.m. Nov. 25 from a job site in the 2(XX) block of Patterson Road in Yankee Springs Township, accord­ ing to the Hastings post of the Michigan State Police. Troopers said the JB Pav­ ing trailer was parked over­ night at Landman Used Car Sales and was apparently hitched to another vehicle and towed away. ‘They were paving the lot for Landman Sales," police said of why the trailer was at the site. Anyone with information on the location of the trailer is asked to call the Michigan State Police at 948-8283. Gun Lake eatery victim of break-in Bailey's Anchor Inn in Yankee Springs Township has fallen victim for the third time to burglars who allegedly broke in through the back door and stole a money bag sometime over­ night between Nov. 17 and Nov. 18. Owner Paul Bailey told police an employee who ar­ rived for work at 6:15 am discovered that the door had been pried open and that more than $100 in change was missing from the M-179 restaurant. I’he case remains under investigation. Murder suspects, continued from page 1 hujat custJMew y UJete bwsy yett1*9 qiiud yeff*1 Cannon Algoma (Closest Tax Base) found lying in his car with the rear scat folded down, which opens into the trunk area. There were no signs of a homicide in this case Ma­ terials from the automobile have been sent to the lab for forensic analysis. 891 -0004 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE Caledonia, Michigan the scene of the altercation Saturday morning, Dye, Par­ rish and an unidentified fe­ male fled the scene in a red Oldsmobile and headed north on Fourth Avenue. Of­ ficers located the vehicle and began a felony traffic stop. The vehicle was searched and a .22 handgun was found. It was allegedly stolen from a pawn shop in Arkansas. It is suspected that Dye stole the gun. According to an arrest warrant affidavit. Dye ad­ mitted to the Kent County Sheriff that she and Parrish were in Sherington’s home to rob him and both had guns. Sherington was found dead, shot in the chest, and his empty wallet was found near his body. Dye, who was arraigned last Wednesday on the mur­ der charge, could face life in prison if convicted. Dye has lived in Michi­ gan about three months, having moved from Arkan­ sas. Kent County detectives investigated a possible con­ nection with the Sherington murder and 13 long guns and handguns stolen from Seaw right Gun and Pawn Shop in Flippin. Ark. Press reports read Dye was born in Tennessee and raised by an uncle and aunt. She was a certified nurses aide. She was working in Marion County Nursing Home in Arkansas and was accused of verbally threaten­ ing the patients. One report said she threatened to stuff dirty socks in the mouth of a woman. Parrish has previously been charged in 1998 with receiving and concealing stolen guns, including an AK-47. I’he weapons charges were dismissed after he pleaded guilty to home invasion. He spent three months in jail and 30 months probation. Annexation, continued from page 1 properties and owners will have up to three years to pay the capital connection costs, Gruesbeck said. Lawrence Bailey told the County Board that he never wanted to live in the village. “That’s why 1 bought my property outside the vil­ lage,” he said. “...I have no desire to be in the village. I would ap­ preciate you folks voting against it.” Bailey also said he didn’t think Commissioner Jim French should vote on the annexation because he felt French, a former village president, had a conflict of interest because he had wanted the property annexed in past years. County Board Chairman Jeff Mackenzie said he didn’t believe French had a conflict of interest because, to his knowledge, French doesn’t stand to gain finan­ cially if the property is an­ nexed. No official comment was made by or on behalf of the other affected property owner William Gavin of Ga- vin Chevrolet, 4600 North M-37 Highway. Tripp won­ dered if he was in favor of the annexation. Commissioner Ken Neil asked if the village “thought about helping these people pay the additional taxes?” Gruesbeck said there had been no discussion. Wilkinson said having the properties hooked into the sewer system was important rather than have septic tanks drain into the creek. Mackenzie also com­ mented that the sewer will help improve water quality. In explaining one of the reasons for the annexation, Village attorney Jeff Youngs ma said the village’s position in past annexations and this one has been “if you’re enjoying the same benefits that any other resi­ dent of Middleville is enjoy­ ing, you should be sharing the burden as well. That’s what’s in place in this situa­ tion. They are getting the same benefits that a village resident gets...they should be sharing the burden. That’s al) we’re asking.” �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml December 3. 2002/Page 17 Honeymooners return to burglarized house Deputies are still investi­ gating the Oct. 27 theft of a large amount of electronic items from the Thornapple Township Valley Drive home of a honeymooning couple. Police said the couple re­ turned al about 1 a m that day to find the front door unlocked and their dogs locked in a back bedroom. Missing were two com­ puters, a stereo receiver, re­ mote control, three speakers, a VCR. DVD player, video camera, nearly 150 compact disks and a Hank Aaron baseball card alone worth over $1,000. The woman’s niece had been watching the home while the couple was away but left the door unlocked because the couple was re­ turning home, she told depu­ ties. Witnesses saw a large pickup truck backed into the couple’s driveway earlier in the evening and the incident remains under investigation. South Christian student killed in car accident Caledonia Middle School to present ‘Annie Jr/ Annie. played by Emily Dingman, is in hot water with Lt Ward, otherwise known as Ben Steele, and Miss Hannigan, played by Brianna Callihan Annie Jr." is a scaled down version of the original musical but you'll still find two of the most lovable char­ acters - Annie and Sandy the dog. played by Emily Dingman and Stephanie Parker. by Cathy L. Rutter Staff Writer The sun may not come The Kent County Sheriff out "Tomorrow" in this Department was called to "Hard Knock Life" but "You the scene of a car accident at Won’t Be an Orphan for 7:03 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, Ix>ng" here on "Easy Street." at the corner of 100th Street Annie’s back! “Annie Jr.” might be a and Hanna Lake Road in scaled-down version of the Caledonia. According to the police original musical, but the report, driver Jonathon Stuit, Caledonia Middle School 16. and his passenger. Der­ production still has Annie, rick DeYoung, 16, both of her dog Sandy, the orphans Kentwood, were traveling and Daddy Warbucks, just castbound in a 1995 Honda to name a few — and music Accord on 100th Street east galore. CMS has included such of Hanna Lake when Stuit lost control of the vehicle. numbers as "Maybe," "Little Giris" and "I Think I’m The report states that he ran off the right edge of the Gonna Like It Here." And road, hitting two large trees what would any Annie pro­ and came to rest back on the duction be without the now famous lines of “The sun’ll westbound side of the road. It appeared that that both come out tomorrow.” The main cast of charac­ the driver and passenger wore scat belts. Police report ters includes Emily Ding­ that Stuit apparently suf­ man as Annie. Stephanie fered no injuries and refused Packer as Sandy the dog, treatment at the scene. Bradley Oatmen as Oliver According to published “Daddy” Warbucks. Brianna accounts. DeYoung suffered Callihan as Miss Hannigan severe head injuries. He was Lauren Leark. Kara Moore. airlifted to Spectrum Health Sable Potter. Jenna Ship­ Butterworth Campus, where man. Alex Sweeney and he died Saturday morning. Megan Whitney. Servants include: Mary Brandt. Kristen Hinkle, Alyssa Hoff. Megan Moore and Andrea Schedlbauer. The NYC Chorus consists of Mary Brandt. Lauren Parker, Scott Miller. Stacie Lobbezoo, Elise Rahn. The play of Annie wouldn't be anything without this bunch of rag tag orphans Stephanie Horner. Rachel Lanning. Kevin Wilder, Kyle Kaiser. Jessica Wilson. Andrea Schedlbauer, De­ siree Harig, Alyssa Hoff, Megan Moore, Cameron Driscoll and Stephanie Vanderploeg. The musical, written by Thomas Meehan with music and lyrics by Charles Strouse and Martin Charini. originally was presented on Broadway by Mike Nichols. CMS’s version of the play is being produced by Cheryl Davis, CMS student enrich­ ment director. Play direction is by Mick Vaughn, with “Daddy” Warbucks may have had a house full of servants, but his life wasn't musical direction by Nancy fulfilled until Annie came in his life. Servants include (back row, from left) Megan TenElshof. Moore, Stephanie Horner, Mary Brandt, Scott Miller, Elise Rahn, Alyssa Hoff, Ra­ The play is scheduled for chel Lanning (front row, from left) Jessica Wilson, Kristen Hinkle. Andrea Schedl­ Dec. 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. in the bauer, Stacie Lobbezoo and Carrie Steffen. Caledonia Middle School Auditorium. Those interand Ben Steele as Lt. Ward. Additional orphans in­ ested in further information, liceman - Jessica Wilson Other characters are the and sound effects person: clude: Amber Cook, Lauren including tickets may call (main) orphans: Molly - Jo- Sarah Krumrie. Jablonski, Brittany Jerzyk, the school at 891-8649. sephine Isaac. Pepper - Ka­ tie Heller. Duffy - Christy Roosicn. Kate - Amanda Chapin. Tessie - Courtney Claflin. July - Kelli Warner, Bundles McClosky - T.J. Richardson, the apple seller - Lauren Parker. Dogcatcher - Isando Gomez, Grace Far­ rell - Maha DeBoer. Drake Scott Miller, Cecille - Stacie (Caledonia Store Only) Lobbezoo, Annette - Elise Rahn. Mrs. Greer - Stepha­ nie Homer. Mrs. Pugh - Ra­ Christmas Solid Oak chel Lanning. 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Ml December 3. 2002 Construction update outlines changes for TK school buildings KINDERGARTEN 3 T x 38’ KINDERGARTEN 31’ x 42’ Kindergarten Addition ’ > qr Office Remodel THE KINDER GARDEN New Roof& New Flooring in Toilet Rooms The Kinder Garden outside the kindergarten pod will allow students to do some plantings as part of their classroom activities. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tom Mathison from the Tower, Pinkster Titus archi­ tectural firm praised the staff in the Thornapple Kel­ logg schools for enthusiasm and suggestions as final de­ tails of construction plans for phase 1 are completed. Mathison, speaking at a Call 945-9554 for classified ads special board meeting Mon­ day, Nov. 25, said the most extensive changes are to kindergarten wing at McFall Elementary School. Now the design shows a “pod” struc­ ture, which includes four classrooms, a multi-purpose space, a small kitchen and cloak rooms. The cloak room area will keep the coats and boots out of the classroom area. The pod is connected to the main kindergarten wing by a cov­ ered vestibule. This will al­ low the two classrooms at the end of the existing build­ ing to keep their windows. The classrooms will in­ clude a hard floor area and a carpeted space. Other changes at McFall include changes to the office and computer classroom. At Lee, the architects have added details to the west wing renovation, which will include lockers in the corridors rather than in the This plan shows the Kindergarten Pod attached to the McFall building classrooms. The doors to the outside which now exist will be eliminated and provide storage areas. The exterior of the building will not look like doors have been re­ moved. The construction team will look at new flooring possibilities for the Lee Ele­ mentary gymnasium. At Page Elementary, the plans now include a new teacher workroom, a mentor conference space and keep­ ing the kiln in place. At the high school work in phase one will include the new classrooms at the north and south ends. Working around creating computer labs for each wing will be scheduled as new class­ rooms are completed. There was a detailed dis­ cussion of the new “life skills” room which has been designed with the help of the instructor Joyce Domire. The architects even got a chance to taste some of the food prepared in the existing life skills room. This room will become part of the math and science wing and be renovated into a science lab space. The new life skills room is part of the second phase of construction along with the new “varsity” gym Service Tip of the Weekl Are you ready for winter? and additional classrooms. Board members asked the architects to balance the natural light many windows can bring with energy costs. Mathison told the board that he has been working closely with Kevin Briggs on technology improve­ ments. 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Snow totals were vari­ able. with the Village of Middleville getting less than an inch and the higher eleva­ tions in Irving Township with more than two inches coating trees. There were no school de­ lays in the area and no re­ ported power outages. Temperatures were hover­ ing around the freezing mark for the next week, with flurries predicted during the same time. The new columns at Hope Cemetery received their first dusting of snow The difference in snow to­ tals is quite evident com­ pared to the Irving Town­ ship totals. Snow coated trees like icing in the higher elevations. BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT • Complete Frame Repair • Professional Color Matching Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair call... (616) 795-9596 All Makes and Models All Insurances Welcome Bruce Bender The new Stagecoach Park was frosted with the first snow. 415 2nd Street Middleville AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. 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Here’s a run down of all the kids that earned all­ Barry County honors from the fall season. f-<H>thall First I cam Offense Ryan Adams, Tight End: This senior had 27 catches for 290 yards and 3 touchdowns coming off the end of the line and was quite often the target for TK quar­ terbacks when they needed a big completion. Maybe stronger on defense, as a linebacker he had 94 tackles. 2 interceptions, and two fumble recoveries. Darrin Jape, Wide Re­ ceiver: Sometimes a wide out, sometimes a running back, sometimes a defensive back, sometimes a kicker, this junior led TK in receiv­ ing yards with 446 and had 3 touchdowns. A big play specialist Tape averaged 22 yards per catch. The other members of the first team offense arc Lakewood’s Scott Secor (QB). Tommy Pelt (RB), Matt Beach (OL). Josh Ryan (OL), Matt Stowell (OL). Kris Vczino (WR), and Ty­ ler Harms (K), and Maple Valley’s Jimmy Hirneiss (RB). Eric Smith (RB), Jonathan Denton (OL), and Cam Smith (OL). Football First Team Defense Alec Belson, Defensive Lineman: An all O-K Blue selection following his jun­ ior season. Belson was back for his senior campaign this fall and had 59 tackles up front for the Trojans. Justin VanSpronsen. Defensive Back: This senior was an all O-K Blue selec­ tion for TK. He had 51 tack­ les and led the team with 4 interceptions. The rest of the first team defense includes Lake­ wood’s Brad Griffin (DL). Cody Deatsman (LB), and Jeff Vander Boon (DB). Ma­ ple Valley’s Ben Smith (DL). Bryan Dunlap (LB), and Ryan Grider (DB). Delton’s Aaron Schallhorn (DL). Dustin Morgan (LB), and Tyler Blacken (P). and Hastings' Dustin Bowman (DB). Football Second learn Offense ( had Baragar, Quarter­ back: He was named all­ conference honorable men­ tion in the O-K Blue after his third and final season as the Trojans’ starting quarter­ back. Although he missed parts of the season due to in­ jury Baragar still passed for 753 yards and 5 touch­ downs. and ran for 218 yards and 5 more TDs. Kyle Farris, Running Back: Another Trojan who missed parts of the season due to injury. Farris carried the pigskin for 656 yards and 5 touchdowns in his jun­ ior campaign this fall. Steve Johnson, Offen­ sive Lineman: In his senior campaign he became one of TK’s top offensive linemen as the season progressed. The rest of the players on the second team offense are Hastings’ Drew Bowman (RB), Dan Blair (OL), Na­ than Selby (OL), Joe Arens (WR), Delton’s John Noto (WR) and Boe Bissctt (OL), Maple Valley’s Josh Grasman (OL). and Lakewood’s Brandon Kaiser (TE) Football Second Team Defense Josh Eldridge. Defensive Back: Junior cornerback played tough defense on the outside for TK. He had an interception in the season opener. Moving all over, Eldridge played some run­ r—Yon ning back and some quarter­ back for the TK team that was plagued bv injuries this fall. The other ten members of the second team defense are Maple Valley’s Josh Cook (DL) and Zach Vorce (LB), Lakewood s Marc Miller (DL), Geoff O'Donnell (DL). Mike Vipond (DL), and Lucas Bums (LB). Hast­ ings* B.J. Donnini (LB). Chad Ferguson (DB), and Ryan Ferguson (DB). and Delton's Zac Culbert (DB). Girls* Basketball First Team Megan Dutcher: Trojan senior co-captain really came on strong at the end of the season and averaged 11 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. She was an honorable mention all-conference se­ lection in the O-K Blue. Also on the first team are Maple Valley's Brieann Treloar. Megan Garvey, and Jessie Grant. Hastings’ Laura Dipcrt. and Delton's Kortni Matteson Girls’ Basketball Second Team Jessica Flaska: This hard working freshman averaged 11 points and 9 rebounds a game during the regular sea­ son. She followed that up by leading TK with a 17.5 points per game average in its district title run. Stacey Vander Werp: TK’s senior center was a de­ fensive presence down low. She continued to improve her offensive game during the year and ended up aver­ aging 7.5 points per game and 7.8 rebounds. Other members of the all­ county second team are Del­ ton's Margo Lutz, Hastings’ Niki Noteboom. Maple Val­ ley’s Veronika Pitukova, and Lakewood’s Stevie Spetoskey and Jessie Buche. Boys’ Soccer First Team Patrick McKeown: Was the leader of the Trojans de­ fense that recorded seven shut outs this season on their way to the league crown. Will See The Difference Quality Auto Glass 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia • 616-891-0150 Mobile Service • Direct Billing of Insurance • Certified Technicians Complete Auto & Truck Glass Service "There s No Substitute for Quality " A Division Of ID'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE The TK Trojans who earned first team all-Barry County honors for the 2002 fall sports season, (sitting from left) Jessica Stortz. Elise Nyland, Rachel Clinton. Melisa Potts. Cary Middlebush. Kara Hutchens. Natalie Hoag. Kaleigh Page, (mid­ dle) Chaney Robinson. Eric Smith, Darrin Tape. Justin VanSpronsen. Bobby Roush, Dan Burbank. Patrick McKeown, Jared Smith. Marcos Sanchez, (back) Megan Dutcher, Levi Harold. Alec Belson. Ryan Adams. Brett Knight, and Chase VandenBerg. (Missing from photo Tim Brog and Aubrey Raymond) The senior was an all O-K Blue selection as well as all­ district. Marco Sanchez: An all O-K Blue selection, the jun­ ior was a strong part of the Trojans transition game in the midfield. Sanchez fin­ ished the season with 3 goals and 3 assists. Eric Smith: Was selected third team all-state in his senior season with the Tro­ jans after scoring 18 goals and recording 19 assists. He was an all O-K Blue selec­ tion as well as all-district. Smith holds TK records for single game assists (7), sin­ gle season assists (19), ca­ reer assists (50), and career goals (59). Jared Smith: A talented play maker in the Trojans midfield, the sophomore scored 3 goals and had 3 as­ sists this fall. Smith was voted to the O-K Blue hon­ orable mention team, but TK coach Todd McCrumb was convinced that the only rea­ son he wasn’t part of the first team was the shadow cast by his older brother Eric. The other members of the all-county first team are Lakewood’s Higor Alencar, Tyler Harms, and Brad Stroner, Barry County Christi­ an’s Eric Lamphere, Hast­ ings’ Scott Larsen and An­ drew Vincent, and Delton’s Rick Tobias. Boys’ Soccer Second Team Edwin Cubas: Had 8 goals and 6 assists as a sophomore this season. Cu­ bas was an all-conference honorable mention selection. Kyle Holst: The senior was chosen all O-K Blue this fall while scoring 13 goals and recording 2 assists as a forward for the league champion Trojans. Phil VanSpronsen: Jun­ ior defender was a big part of the reason the Trojans never gave up more than three goals in any game. He was aft all-district selection, as well as all-conference honorable mention. The rest of the all-county second team includes Hast­ ings’ Aaron Fortier and Tommy Girrbach, Barry County Christian’s Shane Hickev, Adam Lamphere, and Ron Holley, Lake wood's Justin Leveque, Ma­ ple Valley’s Rich Wilson, and Delton’s Brenden Tim­ mons. Girls’ Tennis First l eam Kara Hutchens: TK’s first singles player, she fin­ ished fourth at the O-K Blue tournament and was named all O-K Blue. Hutchens fin­ ished the season with 8 wins and was named co-MVP of this fall’s team. Cary Middlebush: Com piled a 19-6 record playing second singles in her senior season for the Trojans. The runner up at the O-K Blue tournament, she earned all­ conference honors and was half of TK’s co-MVP duo. Rachel Clinton and Melisa Potts: Both girls fin ished the season with over 20 wins, Clinton 21 and Potts 22. At second doubles, the pair finished second at the O-K Blue tournament. The third seed going into re­ gional, the girls knocked off the second seed and fin­ ished as runner up to the eventual state champs from East Grand Rapids. Both girls are seniors playing on the tennis team for the first time. Also on the first team arc Hastings' Margo Conklin, and Noellc Williams. Karen Kruisenga. Ke.igan Krauss, and Mia Smith from lake wood. (Uris’ Tennis Second Irani Michelle Raetz and Bethany Steorts: Rael/ fin ished the season with a 22-3 record Steorts at 19-5. The two girls teamed up it fourth doubles to w<n the <1 K Blue conference tournament The run included a victory over the eventual state champs from Calvin Christian Other netters receiving all-younty second tyam hon­ ors were Lakewtxtd’s Tracy Barbour, Rachel Meade, and Alexandria Taylor. Boys’ Golf First Team Dan Burbank: Earned his third straight all-confer­ ence award, and recorded the 12th lowest season aver­ age in TK history, a 39.9. Was second at the LAD Classic with a 78. Levi Harold: Was voted the Trojans MVP for the way he forced his team mates to elevate their games. Continued next page EDUCATION. It’s Our Future. CAL ED ON I A fE P U C A T I O N Make a gift that will last for generations of learners in our community. F O UN D A T I ON Your tax deductible gift can be sent to: Caledonia Education Foundation P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, Ml 49316-0353 License to Solicit: MICS 21775 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MlDecember 3. 2002 'Page 21 From previous page A junior, he finished the season with an average of 40.1. Brett Knight: An all­ conference performer, the junior recorded the ninth best Reason average in TK history with a 39.6. Bobby Roush: This Tro­ jan senior was voted to his third straight all-conference first team, and set the sixth lowest average in TK his­ tory with a 39.3. His four year average of 40.95 is the second lowest ever at TK. Chase VandenBerg: Went to the state tournament after finishing third at regionals. VandenBerg, a jun­ ior, won the Barry County Invitational, and was se­ lected to his second straight all-conference team. His fi­ nal average of 38.6 is the second lowest ever at TK. Maple Valley’s Nick Bur­ pee and Hastings' Brian DeVries are the other two members of the first team. Boys’ Golf Second Team Josh Enyart: Was a fist team all-conference selec­ tion in the O-K Blue. He fin­ ished th? year with a 41.1 average. Tyler Wenger: He was an honorable mention all OK Blue performer who aver­ aged 40.78 per nine in his junior season with the Tro­ jans. 4 strokes better than his sophomore campaign. Rounding out the second team arc Maple Valley’s Collin Mel can. Lakewood’s Jim Urwdcr, and Delton’s Dustin Healey. Girls’ Cross-Country First Team Natalie Hoag: This sophomore earned all-con­ ference honors finishing fifth overall in the O-K Blue finale. She was just behind the state qualifiers in 19th place at the regional. Elise Nyland: Was the fifth runner to cross the fin­ ish line at the O-K Blue con­ ference meet, earning her­ self all-conference honors. The senior came in at 20:56.1 at regionals in her final race. Kaleigh Page: Finished third in the O-K Blue con­ Call945-9554 tor MUON-MS ference race at 21:08 at Johnson Park to earn all league honors. She finished 31st at 20:46 at the regional Aubrey Raymond: Ray­ mond finished sixth overall at the O-K Blue conference finale to earn all conference honors, and finished 34th at regionals. Chaney Robinson: Fin­ ished 88th at the state finals after a 15th place finish in the regionals qualified her for the final meet. Robinson finished second in the O-K Blue finale to earn all-con­ ference honors. Jessica Stortz: Had a personal best 19:12.55 at the state meet, good for 16th place and all-state honors. The leader for the Trojans most of the season, Stortz finished first in the O-K Blue conference meet to earn all league honors. Delton’s Monique Hoyle also earned a spot on the first team. Giris* Cross-Country Second Team The best of the rest in Barry County were Lakewood’s Alissa Goble, Leah Gusscnbauer, and Ashley Yager. Delton’s Katie Johncock and Whitney Knollenberg, and Maple Valley's Muriel Wieland. Boys’ Cross-Country First Team Tim Brog: The senior ended his career with a per­ sonal best. 16:24.95, that placed him 39th at the state meet, after finishing 15th at regionals. Brog was runner up in the O-K Blue finale, which earned him all-league honors. The rest of the first team members are Lakewood’s Ryan King. Dan Morris, Corey Thelen, and Justin Yager. Delton’s Evan Wil­ liams, and Hastings' Christ Rounds. Boys’ Cross-Country Second Team Alex Robinson: Robin­ son set a personal record early in the year with an 18:42, good enough for 26th place at the TK Invitational. Nick Tomson: This sen­ ior finished 29th overall at the TK Invitational, and was the 14th across the finish line at the O-K Blue meet at Johnson Park. The rest of the second team members are Lake­ wood’s Casey Schrock and Ryan Carpenter, and Hast­ ings’ David Peterson. Scots name new varsity cage coach by Mike Morgan coming nght around the cor­ ner. Caledonia High School "It is important that the had been without a head seniors get to meet and bond basketball coach since the with the coach before the middle of August, and with season starts so there can be the season rapidly approach­ some understanding of their ing continued to interview roles on the team.” Jousma said. "Without bonding a candidates. It was only earlier this fall team will have not chemis­ that Jason VanderWoude. a try and it will be tough to teacher and junior varsity play as a team, let alone w in coach at Kelloggsville High ball games." VanderWoude is only 28 School, beat out the compe­ years old and has had no tition and was hired. Players and parents of varsity coaching experience, Caledonia breathed a sigh of so he is very excited about relief w hen they heard about getting a chance to be a var­ the selection. Greg Jousma sity head coach. He said. "I am well pre­ said he was getting quite concerned about not having pared to take on this respon­ a coach yet with the season sibility." Famous Flooring helps Toys for Tots campaign was a two-year varsity letter winner at Hope. A key to VanderWoude s success and eagerness to coach could be directly re­ lated to his father. His dad is the girls varsity basketball coach at Forest Hills Central High School. Jason grew up in the Grand Rapids area with his father, mother and younger sister and. of course, a basketball. He teaches ninth grade English at Kelloggsville High School and was the Rockets junior varsity boys' coach for the past three sea­ sons. Under VanderWoude. veteran Mike Wilson will be the junior varsity coach and newcomer Todd Bloemers will coach the freshman team. The basketball players at Caledonia say they are very excited about their new coach and are looking for­ ward to the season. The new coach said he wants to establish his pro­ gram at CHS and is looking to be very competitive with area teams. His program consists of hard-nosed de­ fense. pouncing on loose balls and getting on the floor, if necessary. On the other hand hi s of­ fense is going to look to push the ball up the floor in a hurry . VanderWoude said he wants his team to be in shape so the boys can play at the tempo and style of basketball he like to coach When asked about the OK Gold Conference, he re­ plied with one word. "Tough!" VanderWoude was a standout basketball player for Grand Rapids Christian High School in the early ‘90s. After high school, he played two years of basket­ ball at Northwood Univer­ sity and then finished his ca­ reer at Hope College. He People Like Us Like Timber Ridge "This is our little corner of the world. Definitely a investment." 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Middleville. Ml/December 3. 2002 Bulldogs down TK for final time this fall TK’s Ashley Aspinall comes racing down the right side hoping to get past Byron’s defensive pressure. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Once again TK’s varsity girls’ basketball team ran into Byron Center, and once again the O-K Blue champion Bulldogs proved to be too much for the I>ady Tro­ jans. “They're just good,” said Trojan coach Marcy Uyl Each time TK faced the Bulldogs this fall the final difference was better for the Trojans, but the jump from game two to game three couldn't quite match the im­ provement that was made between the first two mcetings. Byron Center headed to the regional finals at Lake­ wood Wednesday night after closing out TK’s season 6741 on Monday Nov. 26. The Bulldogs came right out and did their thing, scor­ ing 20 points in each of the Trojan senior Megan Dutcher has a tough time fighting though the dogs’ defense. 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SUBS A SALADS Stop in and see our daily lunch specials from ail of your friends at Wfifth third Caledonia � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-12-10.pdf 01d2c4bd39de02562eaa5ae2c8c62d29 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspeper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville’s Christmas parade brings out Santa and friends The TK Childcare float earned third place with its Candy Land theme Those gum drop hats are pretty but are they warm? Miss Middleville Barry County Andrea O. Bucher was regal and warm off without a hitch. From the decorated fire trucks to the imaginative floats to sea­ sonal music performed by the Thomapple Kellogg high and middle school bands everything created that spe­ cial spirit. Of course Santa kept the secrets of those young at heart who want “too too trains” or dolls or even books. 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See pg. 26 for more photo* Santa was in a hurry to hear secret wishes In This Issue Only two days left to help CHS ‘Toys for Tots’ drive Governor’s Cup bragging rights go to TK Schools again North Rodger’s extension still an option Winter Sports Preview in this issue �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville, MI'December 10. 2002 Only two days left to help CHS ‘Toys for Tots’ drive by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Anyone who has a few new, unwrapped toys around the house, a coat or two hanging unused in the closet and doesn’t know what to do with them can donate them to the “Toys for Tots" pro­ gram or the “in the image” clothing drive through Cale­ donia schools. The Caledonia High School Student Council is coordinating an effort of the district’s schools to compete in the WZZM Toys for Tots Challenge. They have en­ listed the help of Caledonia Middle School as well as Dutton, Emmons Lake and Caledonia elementary schools for the task According to a flyer dis­ tributed through the schools, “this is a Caledonia Com­ munity School effort to bring toys to those kids in need." It also became a commu­ nity effort when Contempo Salon stepped up with a challenge of its own for the students. Up until today, for every three toys that stu­ dents brought in for the campaign. Contempo Salon gave a $5 coupon toward a haircut or hair care products. The high school set seemed to be the most ex­ cited about this prospect. The campaign began Nov. 18 and runs through Thurs­ day. Dec 12. New . unwrapped toys can be dropped off at the high school office, student serv­ ices or any of the other listed schools. The student council provides WZZM with a daily count of the toys collected. Talking about the morn­ ing news numbers tally, Stu­ dent Advisor Dawn Reigler said, “Watch our numbers grow as more (people) in the community donate and drop (items) off.” According to a Student Council representative, they have been working very hard to promote this chal­ lenge through the high school. “We have passed out fly­ ers to the students, given out Dum-dum suckers (to do­ nors) and donated $100 to buy toys.” A group of students will Special Performance Musicians are from left-to-nght Luke Lenhart, fiddle. Jim Heaton, guitar Ken Mortimore. bass, Bob Van Putten, banjo; Kevin Gaugier, mandolin when: Sunday, December 15th, from 11 am to 2 pm what Free Local Live Music. Music styles are Folk, Country, Bluegrass with Jazz flavors. These are just some of the toys that the Student Council has collected through the Caledonia Community School efforts for Toys for Tots. The Toys for Tots committee of the CHS Student Council includes sophomore John Scranton II (sit­ ting on floor) and (from left) freshman Kendra O'Brien, sophomores Rebekah Hall. Ashley Jenkins and Brittany Box. and freshman Stephanie Bordewyk be allowed to go to the WZZM “Drop Off Party" at the end of the campaign. For more information about this program, call Rei­ gler at 891-8129 or Chris Koryto at 891-0214. The CHS Student Council also is running a clothing drive through Dec. 13. The council chose to per­ form this service project as a way to help “In the Image.” Items can be dropped off in Mid-winter ‘Clog Hog’ slated at Bowens Mills The third annual Mid­ Winter Hot Dog Clog Hog will be held at Historic Bowens Mills Saturday. Jan. 11, in “The Gathering Place” two miles north of the Yankee Springs State Park on Briggs Road. This festival, or Clog Hog as it is called, “is the nearest thing they can come up with to do as they did years ago when a neighborhood would come together and bring things to eat and also their musical instruments and dancing shoes and not have to pay an arm and a leg,” said Thunder Floor Cloggers instructor Bob Warner. There will be lots of cued dancing and a little teaching. “It is a time for cloggers and the public to get to­ gether and learn without a lot of stress,” Warner said. “And it is a time for the pub­ lic to see the different forms of clogging or learn a few steps. “The Hog* is different than anything you have ever seen in clogging. The name draws people. MidWinter is the time of the year for the Clog Hog. Hot Dog. in the Appalachian’s mind, is a fancy dancer. Clog iWcans the type of dance, and Hog means a lot it.” The festival is open to the public. It costs $6 per person and a dish to pass. “We eat all day and dance,” Warner said. “In other words, a family of four can come from Detroit or Cincinnati and bring $24 and a pan of beans.” Sallie Adkins of Heritage Clogging Supplies of Co­ lumbus, Ohio, will be at the Hog' to fill clogging needs. Warner and his wife, Lynda, and guests will conduct some teaching. Instructors are urged to bring music and be ready to cue some songs. Last year there were clog­ gers from Michigan, Ohio where: Essential Bean Coffeehouse in Caledonia Other Live Performances in December Friday, Dec. 7th: Friday, Dec. 13th: Friday. Dec. Zen, from Caledonia High School 7:30 to 9:30 pm Cheryl Fischer 7:30 to 9:30 pm 20th: Cathleen Turner Overdrive 7 30to9 30pm Friday, Dec. 27th: Nick & Vick 7:30 to 9:30 pm Ehtial Dean Hours Mon-Thur Friday Saturday Sunday 6:30 am - 7:00 pm 6:30 am -10:00 pm 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am- 2:00 pm Caledonia Crossings Mall 891-7700 Cherry Valley (M-37) % Mile South of 84th the main office or al student services. Items especially needed at this time of year are good coats, hats, boots, mittens and scarves, as well as busi­ ness and casual attire. Winter storytime series to start Kent District Library pre­ sents the winter storytime series from Jan. 9 to Feb. 27 at the Caledonia branch on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. The program features sto­ ries. songs, crafts and other book-related fun with a dif­ ferent theme each week. The program is for ages 3 to 6. Registration is required. Kent District Library serves 26 communities in Kent County with 18 bran­ ches. They include Alpine. Alto. Byron Township. Cale­ donia, Cascade, Comstock Park, East Grand Rapids. Englehardt (Lowell). Gaines Township, Grandville, Kent­ wood, Krause Memorial (Rockford), Plainfield, Sand Lake. Spencer Township. Tyrone Township. Walker and Wyoming For more information, please call Kent District Library at 784-2007 or the Caledonia branch at 6473840. TK PTO will meet Dec. 18 The Thornapple Kellogg PTO will meet on Wednes­ day, Dec. 18 at 1:45 p.m. in the Page all purpose room. Agenda will irfclude an update on the elementary fund raiser and a review of the holiday crafts. PTO meetings are open to parents of all students in the district in grades kindergar­ ten through 8. and Pennsylvania and they hope for more this year. The Mid-Winter Het Dog Clog Hog is a fund-raiser for the Thunder Floor (loggers’ portable stage and expenses. They have raised $5,500 so far for the stage they arc building and need about $3,000 to get a top onto it. A silent auction will be held at 4 p.m. Any busi­ nesses willing to donate items for the silent auction are welcome. Some of the sponsors have been The Re­ minder, WBCH 100, Free­ man Family Dentistry, True Value Lumber, Lake Odessa, Fillmore Equip­ ment, Jerry's Paint of Ionia and Contollcd Environment of Rockford. For more information, call Lynda and Bob Warner at 374-8205. �The Sun and News. Middleville. ML'December 10, 2002/Page 3 Downtown design workshop set for Dec. 11 1 n FOUNDED /«« ^ChiGS^ NOTICE Middleville Community besiqn Project No Christmas Tree Sales A Project of the Middleville Downtown Development Authority Workshop No. 2 With regrets, we iwill not be selling Hili' to tn the the high lildh Christmas trees tillsi ivnr year due demand for live transplants. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer New place mats were de­ livered to Middleville res­ taurants this week, showing one idea on creating a con­ sistent facade for downtown Middleville. The place mat shows both the existing building, a two story from 1890 and a one story from 1920. Diners are asked to design a building linking the two structures. These new ideas will be discussed at the next workshop meeting. Architects from WinterTroutwine Associates used some of the ideas discussed at a design meeting Nov. 13 to create the place mats Residents arc invited to modify the designs and bring them to the next de­ sign meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, in the Thornapplc Township Hall. Even those who were not able to attend the November meeting are invited to bring their ideas. The workshop will last about 90 minutes and in­ clude refreshments. During the November workshop, participants seemed to want to recall a time in the village of be­ tween 1880 and 1910. using the examples of the St. James Hotel and the Ma­ sonic Temple. The new Stagecoach Park is influenc­ ing area developments as well. The Downtown Develop- MILLER MEANS... TK Honors Choir to sing to GFWC The GFWC-Gun Lake Area women’s club will celebrate the holiday season at its meeting Wednesday morning, Dec. 11, at the Bay Pointe Restaurant, Gun Lake4 Featured will be the an­ nual performance by the Thornapple-Kellogg Honors ment Authority will use the ideas and architects sugges­ tions to develop a facade easement program. The goal is eventually to have the downtown and M37 corridor present a look that ties the two areas to­ gether. Members of the DDA and others will be on hand to an­ swer questions as well. Choir directed by Ray Rick­ ert. The performance will follow the regular business meeting, which starts at 9:30 a.m.. Ongoing will be a si­ lent auction bake sale. For more information and reservations, call the club president, Fran Leonard at (269) 795-8731. A special holiday buffet will be of­ fered by Bay Pointe follow­ ing the program. Club business preceding the program will include: • Report on the “Dinner with Friends” holiday din­ ners for community emer- Middleville ft Gun Lake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml Thank you for sharing your joy and holiday spirit last year. If you arc interested in our licautiful Colorado Blue or Black Hills Spruce to enjoy in your yard for wars, please contact: Jerald ft Dawn Smith (269) 795 2232 2981 Loop Rd. Middleville. MI 49333 I Ue abut offer transplantiny of trees 1 J you need mowl irith our spade truck. ' Miller REAL ESTATE Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS. Aisoc. Broker & Sales Manager................... ........ 795-7272 623 X357 795-9331 795-4470 838-7282 "IIIIIIIIIIM Lurry A Herding < ss Au., •>.*. <» 945-5365 Diannr Frltlpauoch CRS. .Ute, &M-I332 Mark Hewitt <ju IM-7005 MIX-6250 Larry Hay«w 945-02.15 Ron Lewia Mike Humphreys, (RS.GRl Sarah Ulrich Nicole Mill* Bill SlagMad 945-5103 623-4217 645-4436 94S-9M2 1ml——. Looking For A Home? 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MIDDLEVILLE ACREAGE ' ng on 3 9 acres, ttws 2 story home features 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, open floor plan 2 car garage and more’ Pnvate country setting' Cart Craig ......................... $189,900 4. MIDDLEVILLE! Setting on 1 7 acres, this absolutely beautrful horn*,- shows like new' New pamt and carpet throughout Amenities include hardwood floors in kitchen and dining a^ea 3 bedrooms, loft area could be used as 4tn bedroom or office. 3+ baths main floor laundry walkout basement 2 stall attached garage, deck, patio, professional landscaping .and more1 CaH Craig..................... $199.900/ FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE ANO CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PLEASE SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 10. 2002 Christmas events planned at area churches Live Nativities and spe­ cial services are planned in churches around the area. St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Caledonia is at the corner of Kraft Avenue and 84th Street. Special services include two Christ­ mas Eve candlelight serv­ ices, one at 7 p.m. and the other at 11 p.m. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Adl Reach over 11,000 area homes The Christmas Day serv­ ice on Wednesday. Dec. 25 begins at 10 a.m. The United Methodist Church of Middleville has a jam packed schedule this month. The Children and Youth Christmas program will be held on Sunday. Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. On Thursday. Dec. 19 the United Methodist Women held in the church. Outside the Live Nativity will hold their candlelight service at 7 p.m. This will begins at 6 p.m. Live Nativ­ include a business meeting ity programs will be held on and induction of officers for Dec. 23 and 24 from 6 - 8 p.m. 2003. On Sunday, the Holly The Christmas Eve serv­ Trolley returns to Mid­ ice will begin at 11 p.m. dleville from 5-8 p.m. The The United Methodist trolley stop is at the church Church in Parmalee will and special music and a God hold a special Carol Sing for Squad Puppet Show will be Christmas on Sunday. Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. Any churches w ho would like to have events added to this calendar on a space available basis should e-mail their information to Patricia Johns. jadnews(a voyager.net or fax it to her attention at 9455192. The deadline for in­ formation is 5 p.m. Thurs­ days through Dec. 19. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A LiVin# Church - Senin# a Lit in# Lord Morning Worship . 9:30 a m Fellowship Time ................ 10.35 a m. Sunday School ...........................10:50 a.m. Evening Praise................................ 6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m 7240 6H(h Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Hrian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Ket in Stiles C 0 M M U I I I I C H U a C H a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship ........... 9:30 & 11:00 a m Youth Ministry......................................... 891-0576 Now meeting In our new building at II7S Broadmoor4 Rev Mu hurt Stowell. Isud Pastor Joe Cipcic. Worship leader Dennv Houma. Youth Pastor Chunh Ojjue 616-891-0287 Visit our web site www brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Stewart. Senior Pastor Tim A Vine. Asst. Pastor Youth Douglas G- Beason. V isitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children s Pastor Sunday School. Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service . . Wednesday MxJ-Uerk Prayer W>rd of Life Clubs 708 W. Main Street 9:45am. 11:00 a.m. 6.00p.m. 6.45p.m. 6:45p.m. Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service YOU ARE INVITED jSlctljobist QLIjurcI) 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Ml 49302 Sunday School...!0:00 a.m. Morning Worship...11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Ret . e Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 Rev. Royie Batlard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship................................ 930 am and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Tiemeyer, Community Calling 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 Otte mile east of Wfiilneyville Rd A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616)891-1512 M-37 al 100th St. Rev P Adams Pfaw 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr. thru 6th grade: Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right where you ’re at - through: Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Relevant Messages Dynamic Musk Quality Child Care and Programs' Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY Worship Hours. 900 a m and 10:30 am Z CALEDONIA (| UNITED METHODIST Dec 15 - Candles of Christmas: Mary's Candle 6p.m. Christinas Concert W'onhtp Services .8 30 a m and 11 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 am Cotk-c Fdlew-hip (Nursery available throughout) Kes Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office; (> 16-6V1-8609 • Fas 891 864S ______ _________ * u* caieckxuaunK org________________ ALASKA CONGREGATION Lakeside Community Church A Place for Family A F nends 6201 WhunewiUe Avenue. Alto CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship Sunday School for All Ages Evening Worship Ptamr Roger Buhman • Chunh Office * * * iakestdecommuMy org 9 30 im 10 45 a m 600 p m 868-4391 10:50 a m Sundas Sdaxi ’ r AB Age- KMX) am. 11 00 a m Sundai EicmngSenicr 5-OOpm. FW Fnrnds hr xnuiSch -• 30 pm AitakBMeMuh :30pin ? 30 p.m Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor s Ph 616-897-6740 1 Worship 9:30 ai? Christian Education Hour 11.-00 am Wednesday Family Night 5:45-8:00 pm Pastor Paul M Hillman Youth Pastor Dmd Lnkvxi 0951 Hanna Lake Avenue. Catedonia 616698-8001 redeemertmscn.net www.redeemeKovenant.org A rnrrniv J the hmtftiicai Qmvomm Chmchn of Amthca (y^faintd 2415 McCann Rd. In Irving) Sunday Service Tim*» Morning Worship Pastor E.C Frizzell and Seance Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Praise Singing Fellowship (faui C»mmaudy Campai fea —Lighting Up Lives for Cod— 9 45 a m Church School. Sunday Nursery & children's activities dunng all services Programs for all ages. For more information: (616) 891-8119 or www.peacechurdi.ee Sunday Community of Christ Leighton Church 8146 68th St. near Whitneyvile Ave M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Redeemer Covenant Church 250 \ ine Street < M '' io Emtnon> io Vtne Wettendai lAY T04TVOJI Fame • MSMiA EAOMl tenoac FMnt (616) H91-BO2B • e-tnad lrtghtun*Bcfv.oet Office PKh* 591 New* Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Waylond Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northwest of Gun Lithe) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass; 9:30 a m 9:30 a m. Mass at St. Therese Church m Waylana while renovations are being made THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHURC1 I Preachin# the Living WordServing The Risen Lord Sunday School ....................... 9 30 a.in. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church 8c Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 12200 West M-179 Htghway (Chief Nooodas Road) Wayland. Ml 49.U8 • 795-7903 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free 792-2889 10 AM Sunday Morning community and the world" Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia ______ 1 mite wwt of M-37 Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service ’lOO AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM www.StPaulCaledonia.org Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God "A Chun h with a taring heart for our f Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev Tom DeVnes. Pastor - 795-9901 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship...................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class......................11.00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6:00 p.m. St Paul Lutheran Church Miseoun Sqnod 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Hay Commuaon 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6.00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 Of 948-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Huetwick ficlxcl Middleville - Parmelee Parmelee Morning Wonhip Nkddlevtle Morrng Worship Sunday School (AdJts) Nursery ■ Grade 5 Sr High - Sun Evenng Jc rtgh - Grades 68. Wed Evenng 9 30 am. 1100 am. 9 45 am I IGO a m 6 06800 p.m 600-7 30 pm Ret Lee Zacbman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFARER^ community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev. Josh blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site: wgyfarercc. org wh. whitneyville Bible church 8546 Whtneyvfe Ave at 84ih St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is wmebody... ...and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School S-raar Scnooi 9 30 am. Sunday Mcrmg Wbnr»p 10.30 am. Meerr at crape or- wnreyvee Are Scroa, tvenrg Woahp 6 00 p m Wed Mawee* Acyer 4 Bbe Study 7 00 pm Rev. fccmai Suys. Pasor • Qev Barter. Attx Rskx Aeos’e wrr-ewwcteteag �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml December 10, 2002/Page 5 Josephine (Biggs) Ball — By Monday. Dec 2 students at McFall Elementary School had raised more than $550 to go toward the purchase of a leader dog. Pennies adding up ZEPHYRHILLS. FLA Josephine (Biggs) Ball of Zephyrhills, Fla. passed away Thursday. Nov. 21, 2002. She is survived by her sons. Robert Biggs of Melbourne Beach. Fla.. Charles Biggs of Yankee Springs. MI. Karl Biggs of Davie. Fla., daughters. Jo Ann Baker of Ft. Pierce Fla.. Fran Oliver of Zephyrhills, Fla. and Dorothy Drake of Shelbyville, MI.; stepchil­ dren. Richard and Gary Ball. Donna Miller, and Lorelei Welch; 16 grand­ children and 44 great grand­ children. Her daughter. Ruth Williamson, grandson. Scott Lake and grandson, Ronald Baker, preceded her in death. Mrs. Ball moved to Florida in 1957 with her husband. Robert Biggs (deceased in 1984) She became a resident of Zephyrhills in 1986. marry­ ing George Ball. Mr. Ball. 94. passed away in September of this year. A family memorial ser­ vice for Mrs. Ball will be held in Michigan at a later date The family request memorial donations are sent to Pasco/Hemando Hospice. This beloved mother, grand­ mother. and great grand­ mother will be greatly missed, but we rejoice that she is in glory with her God. Cornelius J. (Corey) Mieras CALEDONIA - Cornelius J.» (Corey) Mieras. age 86. of Caledonia went to be with his Lord on Wednesday. Nov. 20, 2002. He was preceded in death by his wives, Lillian Mieras and Peggy Barrett. He is survived by his three daughters. Marcia and Paul Brown of Holland, Sally and Dave Shook of Middleville, Linda and Brad Alkema of Grand Rapids; grandchil­ dren; special friends, John * Christmas Dresses * Infant * Children's * Women1 * Men's * Plus Sizes (lar selection) * Maternity * Accessories * Shoes * Evening Gowns * Hand Crafted Jewelry (7////)A7.\5 PI A} 'AREA! ’ 9175 Glen Valley Retail Center (nghtonM-37) 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 Hours Mon S Wed 10-7 pm. Tues. Thurs & Fa 1^6 pm. Sat 10-3 pm Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! at Caledonia United Methodist Church Christmas Schedule-2002 Christmas concert Sunday, December 15 Rewhovff 11,000 area homes Come Worship with us as we welcome the birth of the Christ Child on is rapidly approaching Be a HOLIDAY HERO for the women in your life— them with a Peace Reformed Church, 6950 Cherry Valley SE. Middleville. Rev Wayne Kiel officiated. Interment al Lakeside Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Holland Home or Clark Retirement Community Benevolent Fund. Arrangements were made by Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). As a treat, a leader dog named Shadow came to visit to spur them on. This a district wide project in all the schools in coop­ eration with the Mid­ dleville Lions Club. Christmastime Treat and Julie Chang of Novi; his brother. Adrian and Dorothy Mieras; his sister, Joan Matten; three step-children. Penny Barrett, Paul and Robin Barrett. Prudy and Tom Barrett-Nelson; his sis­ ters-in-law and brothers-inlaw, Mike and Pauline Dykstra, Niel and Betty VerMerris; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Cornelius were held Saturday, Dec. 7, 2002 at Spa Package from ... byjonHajrJe Tanningjt Thorna^le^assageClinic (269) 795-6005 < 269) 795-2623 9426 Spring Creek CU M-37, Middleville Includes: 1 -hour massage, 30-minute relaxing foot therapy, warm paraffin hand dip, salon set <4 style, 15-minute Shiatsu chair massage, lunch with champagne or sparkling $ si fl95 juice. Spa Package: SS Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 24 * 6:00 PM-Family Candlelight Service ♦ 11:00 pm Communion and Candlelight service Regular Sunday schedule: ♦ 8:30 am Worship ♦ 9:45 am Sunday School ♦ 11:00 am Worship �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. MVDecember 10, 2002 CHS alumni welcomed for annual Career Fair Rick Grinstead, who recently took the position of director of religious formation at a Muskegon parish, talks to students interested in working with youth. Host Manlou Boncher listens with students as Alisha Adrianse talks about her experiences as a political aide. Forty-five CHS alumnus were welcomed home on Nov. 26 for the annual Alumni Career Fair, a career awareness activity for Cale­ donia High School students. I his year, both juniors and seniors were invited to share in the experience and were rewarded for attending by being excused from school following day. The evening began with the alumni being greeted by staff and community hosts and treated to dinner prior to their presentations. Also in attendance were several ad­ ministrators and school board members most of whom spent the evening lis­ tening to the various alumni presentations. This year, as in the past, all six of the state’s adopted career pathways were repre­ sented and students had an opportunity in October to register for the career pathway(s) in which they have the most interest. While the alumni and their hosts dined, the stu­ dents and their parents ar­ rived for registration in the Performing Arts Center, where they were greeted by Joellyn Potgetcr, resource site coordinator, who ex­ plained the format and ob­ jectives of the evening. “The purpose of the Alumni Career Fair is not to focus in on a specific career, but rather an opportunity for you to hear the stories of how these successful alumni arrived at their current posi­ tion,” she said. Many of the students were, however, pleasantly surprised to find themselves in sessions that dealt with their specific career inter­ ests. Senior Kristi Woodcock lensMi'e HAIR DESIGNERS OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY. ■ THURSDAY said. “This was the most valuable thing I’ve done my whole time in high school! Now I know that I want to be a nurse! Just hearing them tell about their experi­ ences reaffirmed my deci­ sion.” Sandy Donker, mentor­ ship coordinator, who was in charge of registration for the students and parents, said most students seemed more interested and engaged this year as she toured the vari­ ous rooms with her camera throughout the evening. “I think it was wonderful having the juniors here this year. They seemed to realize that they need to sign up for classes for next year that will head them toward their goal of a successful career.” The evening ended with a dessert buffet for everyone. Several of the students indi­ cated that they appreciated the time to interact with the alumni at the close of the event and ask the questions which had occurred to them as the evening progressed. School-to-career coordi­ nator Sharon Weaver said, “Overall, this was probably the best Alumni Career Fair to date. Adding the juniors seemed to increase the level of enthusiasm... possibly be­ cause they recognize that they have another year to ‘cram for the final’ as one student shared with me.” Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil'i Pizzi) < 795-7719 For Your Appointment! MOVIE OUTPOJT Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, Caledonia 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Open Christmas & Xew Years • Gift Baskets •Gift Certificates ; movie outpost; i • Reservations on Movies • Previewed Movies & Games I Rent One Movie or Game and • get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. • Games, Players & Accessories I Offer good at Caledonia location I Sunday thru Thursday Caledonia staff wishes I I Free rental of equal or lessor value. you a safe and happy I One coupon per visit. Holiday Season! * Expires 1603 Product ki SunAd j I I | I J Deputy Jack Pieters has everyone's attention as he explains the education and training required to become a police officer. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at 1546 Payne Lake Road in Yankee Springs Township. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup- TK SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday morn­ ings in and around Barry County, including Vermont­ ville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Weaning and Nutrition.” All women who are breastfeeding or arc preg­ Mom’s quilts were the prettiest in her quilting circle, but now she isn’t interested in talking to anyone about the quilts that she spent so much time on. T.K. Secondary Menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 Breakfast for lunch. French toast sticks w/sausage patty or meat/cheese sub on bun, potato wedges, juice box, milk. Thursday, Dec. 12 Goulash w/dinner roll or cheeseburger on a bun. peas, cherry crisp, milk. Friday, Dec. 13 Stuffed crust pizza or fish sandwich on a bun, seasoned green beans, fresh apple, milk. Monday, Dec. 16 Chicken vegetable soup, w/Bosco breadstick or chicken sandwich on bun, com. pineapple, milk. Tuesday . Dec. 17 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, or ham/cheese on a bun. car­ rots, peaches, milk. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach owr 11,000 fl/M homes nant and interested in breast­ feeding arc welcome to at­ tend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also arc wel­ come. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutri­ tion. For directions to the meeting, call (269) 7957021. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmerat (517) 726-1264. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’s/dementia care. •24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podiatric Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management 7C adonis 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 _ kZ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 10. 2002/Page 7 TKMS honor roll announced Eighth grade Treats to celebrate 61st wedding anniversary Clifford and Thelma (Kidder) Treat will celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary December 13, 2002 They were married Dec. 13, 1941, by Hugh S. Graham, a Methodist minister in Byron, Ohio. Their children are Clifford Charles Treat Jr., Donald Lee Treat, and Susan Ann (Treat) Sines. They have five grandchildren, nine great-grandchil­ dren and eight stepgrandchildren. The good Lord has blessed Clifford and Thelma with 61 wonderful years. Laansma-Shamess to wed Jennifer Laansma and Jeff Shamess have set Dec. 28, 2002 as the date they will commit their lives to each other in marriage. Jenny is the daughter of David and Robin Laansma of Middleville. Jenny gradu­ ated from Thornapple Kellogg High School in 1999. She is a senior at Colorado College. Colorado Springs, Colorado. Jeff is the son of Brigadier General Jim and Helen Shamess of Fairfax Station. Virginia. Jeff graduated from Lackland High School, San Antonio. Texas in 1997. He is a 2001 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and a second lieutenant in the United Slates Air Force sta­ tioned at W’hitman Air Force Base. Missouri. All A’s — Amy Ball. Blake Berkinier. Amanda Bru insma. Caitlin Chamber­ lin, Elizabeth Ellsworth. Al­ lyson Foster. David Gillig. Samantha Hauschild. Jamie Hester. Corey Humphrey, Shannon Jenkins. Elizabeth Ketchum. Christina Kunde. Neil LaVoie. Michelle Lon­ don. Ashleigh Lund. Katie McCarty. David McMahon. Kirsten Olsen. Ellen Phil­ lips. Melissa Piets. Kathleen Potts. Abigail Quisenberry. Samantha Reeder, Samuel Scholtens. Joel Tate. Andrea Truer. Valerie VanBemden. Ashley VanderMeer. Na­ tasha Watkins. Sarah Wen­ ger. Kate Wilson, Rebecca Winchester and Christopher Zatzke. A & B honor roll — Cory Adgate. Jasmine Brown. Keley Brown. Mark Brown. Renee Buckowing. Ashlee Burns, San Bustamante, Benjamin Buxton. Breanne Califf. Elizabeth Cipponeri. Calynne Cooley. Stevie Cooper. James Crandell, Benjamin Curtis, Rebekah Daining. Amanda Denney. Lisa DeWitt, Kathyrn Ed­ wards. Mitchell Edwards, Neil Endsley, Laura Frey, Lee Glass, Casey Grummet. Cassandra Hall. Lisa Hay­ wood. Michael Hoag. Rigzee Hooper. Rochelle Hyde. Desiree Jaworowski. Donald Johnson. Renee Kimbrell, Xieanne Kochi. Ashley Lewis, Tracy Lintz, Alexa McClain, Aaron McGilli­ cuddy, Andrew Meads, Samantha Meeuwes, Gunnar Meyering, Ashley Moore, Steven Munjoy, Benjamin Nyhuis, David Ordway, Na­ than Otto, Katlyn Patterson, John Price, Nathaniel Runals, Zachary Runge, Eric Scott, Megan Shilton. Justin Skaggs. Zachary Smith, Mi­ chelle Starr. Tamara Ste­ vens, Angelica Suarez, Cody Thorington, Cory Tietz, Daniella Torres. Amber VanderMeer. Hannah Van­ Dyke. John Wallace, Levi Wenger. Alison Whitney and Benjamin Wolter. mer. Chloe Brower. Kindra Burger. Chloe Buxton. Trista Caldwell. Amy De­ Maagd. Eric Dettmann. Kyle Eaton. Erin Ebmeyer. Tho­ mas Enslen. Michael Gray. Sarah Grummet. Dakota He­ bert. Melinda Hoffman. Ashley Jachim. Lyle Jackson. Blake Johnson. Dan­ ielle Johnson. Abigail Kiel. Sydney Kilmartin. Erin King. Hillary Klunder. Kel­ sey Krey. Sarah Laycock. Daniel Lemon. David McMillan. Douglas Miller. Kendall Moore. Chelsea Ni­ block. Katie Opatik Duff. Kaitlyn Otto. Scott Pitsch. Emily Reed. Kasey Reeves, Celia Salmon. Samantha Samson. Travis Shoemaker. Ian Sisson. Courtney Smith. Kristen Sneller. Lauren Tandy. Heidi VanderHeide. Teresa VanRhee. Eric Wad­ dell, Alesha Ward, Linda Whittemore. Kimberly Wil­ liamson. Lindsey Wilson and Kayla ZahL A & B honor roll — Mindy Aubil. Ross Barrett. Caleb Batdorff, Rachel Bickford, Zachary Boonstra. Kaleigh Borrink, Matthew Bouchard, Samantha Bou­ whuis. Kody Burns, Anna Cisler. Shannon Cornett, Jonathan Delger, Kari De­ Pew, Courtney DeRuiter, Jeffery Dickerson, Trever Finkbeiner, Joshua Foote, Laci Forbes, Ethan Fuller, Levi Funk. Joseph Getty, Andrew Gilbert, Tracey Glass, Samantha Goodwin, lin. David Comeau. Beth Fuller. Kolton Geerligs. Dy­ lan Hamilton. Neal Humbarger. Abraham Kim. Tyfani Lamkin. Anna Marlin. Mackenzie Meyering. Kari Morey. Amanda Nye. Emily Ordway. Adrienne Palmer. Jessica Pitsch. Kathleen Scheidel. Alecia Strumberger. Kristin Tedrow. Co­ lin Texter. James Tobin. Melanie Truer and Becky VanderWerp. A & B honor roll — Kailee Anderson. Kirk Bar­ ber. John Betit. Ashleigh Bieski. Kyle Bobolts. Hannah Boswell. Whitnce Bosworth. Curtis Bouchard. Robin Bouwhuis. Ryan Brew, Joshua Brower. A J. Brummel. Thomas Brunink. Zach­ ary Buehler. Kody Buursma. Alyson Cooper. Cara Cran­ dall. Steven Crawford. Shanelle Cridler, Kyle Dal­ ton, Cade Dammen. Steven DeMaagd. Nicholas DcWald. Courtney DeWent, Sixth grade Dayton Dimond, David Fos­ All A’s — Maegan Alli­ ter. Chelsea Funk. Brittany son, Alyssa Bowerman. Giguere, Jamie Goggins. Alicia Bruinsma. Christo­ pher Bryan. 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The concert will feature holiday music that the stu­ dents have been practicing these past weeks. Though the concert is free, proceeds from dona­ tions will go to the Heifer Project International, a non­ profit organization that pro­ vides animals for poor farm­ ing villages through the world. For more information about this program or any others concerning Caledonia High School, call the high school at 891-8129. Now... You can have the shiny straight hair you've always wanted... Available at cPifla<je dty/ists fJnc. 134 East Main Street, Caledonia, MI 49316 616-891-1591 Call for a free consultation with Suzanne or Lori Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 to 9; Fri. 9 to 5; Sat. 9 to 2 TK community forum tonight The date for a special community forum will be tonight, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., at the TK Middle School cafeteria. The intriguing possibility of installing arti­ ficial turf at the football field is being discussed by the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education and the construction projects team. They are researching whether or not installation of artificial turf at the foot­ Honors Choir, from pg. 3 gencies. • Members are reminded to bring: senior citizens and Secret Pal holiday gifts; baked goods for silent auc­ tion; hats and mittens for area school children. • Fund-raising receipts from Weick’s Foodtown; Honor roll, continued from page 7------------Kaitlin Graham, Amanda Granger, Cassandra Groendyke, Joshua Haney, Tiffani Harrington, Audrey Hoag, Jacqueline Hodges, Ryan Hodges, Ashley Hovinga, Heather Hull, Jessica Ja­ cobs, Haily Jager, Kimberly Junglas, Nicholas Karelsc, Steven Kennicott, Joseph Koval, Gina Mancuso, Jaimie McKenna, Marcus McKeough, Cole Mcinke, Shane Moore, Sarah Morris, Amanda Nicholas, Olivia Nieder. Kendra Ohler, Ryan Page, Sara Pappas, Alex Peschel. Jenna Piets, Levi Reigler, Nicholas Reiglcr, Travis Rybiski, Gregory Schmidt, Nathan Sisson, Pa­ tricia Slagter. Jacob Smith, Christopher Strickland, Alexis Strzelecki, Jenna Teunessen. Nicole Tinker, Al­ exandra Vanderwoude. Car­ ter Whitney, Nicole Ybema and Nathan Zoet. Campbell soup labels and Spartan product UPC codes. • Welcome newest mem­ bers Kay and Katie Cummiford, Sherry Hummel and Nancy Leep. • Congratulations to Mrs. Federation Ruth Perino and Woman of Achievement Beverly Grashuis. Area women from Delton, Martin, Wayland, Shelby­ ville and Middleville are welcome to attend. ball stadium would be in the best interests of the district. A construction update showing some of the changes to the plans already presented for phase 1 of new bond work will also be pre­ sented. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes for just a few dollars! jQ -4 (Vs sxm sasuIs a LilHs diouLtuf ^04 you da Ajomaom ApssW! f Let us custom design a Gift Certificate for any amount or service! 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On Saturday, the clues will be delivered to all the sponsor locations and printed in the Sun and News on Tuesdays. Contest forms are at the participating spon­ sors listed below. Sponsors of the riddle contest are Family Trax Video. Middleville Parts Plus. Mid Town Cafe, Phil s, Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000. 4 Star Video. TK Kitchen. Middleville market Place, Pharmacy Care. Desert Sun Hair and Tanning. Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Prizes include a portable CD player, gift certificates, free Cosmic bowing, a tur­ key and 5 one ounce silver bars. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. The clues for week 5 are listed below followed by clues from, the previous weeks. If no one solves the riddle following the last of the A clues. DeVries will begin posting B clues which will help solvers. Clue 2A: How many pic­ tures of the stars from the north wall give their stares? Clue 13A: If a local news tale you would share, the last number of seven is needed here. Clue 12A: When did a great general finish his term and brash youngster next take the turn? Clue 6A: Gustav Holst he knew me not. But Walt Dis­ ney used my name a lot. Clue 14A: How many clams in which to lie. so you to Florida need not fly? Clue 11 A: In our three part name many letters you see. but there are no prickers in what we give thee. Clue 7A: How many strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 3 A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Clue 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your land yachts to be repaired by me? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true. which you can take home for all to view? Clue 15 A. How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be. for me to strike the wood I see? Week one began with these two clues. Clue 4 A: “When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Clue 1 A: 'Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” Family Dentistry of Caledonia FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Grass field good enough for TK To the editor: What next? Artificial turf.’ I'm sure my grandkids can do without it. After the last school bond issue was passed. Super­ intendent Kevin Konarska was in seventh heaven for quite awhile. How great those Middleville area fools were to vote for the bond issue! The area has passed two big bond issues. Two rah-rah boys led the charge, all for their kids. Now, the turf question arrives. The grass is good enough! Middleville is aggressively being paved over. Develop, develop, develop, there is no end. The schools aren’t honest about things. Years back. Accepting new patients they were bragging about no bus accidents. 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The nativity takes place al the corner of 76th Street and Thornapple River Drive in Caledonia. Three performances will take place each night, 7,7:30 and 8 p.m. Included are live acting, live animals and music by the Bible Club children. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served after each per­ formance. For more information, call 891-1072. THORNAPPLE AREA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION Our Hometown Charitable Organization MISSION: To enrich and enhance the quality of life in the Thornapple Area by acting as a leader and catalyst in the evolving needs of the community. For scnoiarshtp and cnantabte gift nkwmabon piease wnte to PO Box 164 Middleville Michigan 49333-0164 tktael @ho»mail com �The Sun and News, Middleville. ML December 10, 2002/Page 11 Hodges said. “I loved it.” Adult helpers for the day included Larsen as well as Sue Harig. Kira Donnelly. Karen Meaney and Roxy Hodges. (Neither Meaney nor Hodges was available for the photo.) Firefighters who were available to take part in the by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Students in Kim Larsen s sixth and seventh grade Adult Faith Formation Class at Holy Family Church recently let members of the Caledo­ nia community know they are appreciated. As a service project, the students decided to hold an appreciation luncheon for Caledonia Fire Rescue members. The students also washed trucks and floors at the station. “They decided they wanted to do a fireffighter's) appreciation day to let them know how much we appre­ ciate them being out there every day protecting our families,” said Larsen. Girl Scouts offer holiday shopping aid Girl Scouts who meet at Page Elementary School have decided to help parents holiday shop. The girls arc providing baby sitting serv­ ices for children ages 4-8 this Friday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. Leader Gloria Griffith hopes this service will give parents a chance to get holi­ day surprises and the scouts learn some new skills. 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Middleville Ml/December 10. 2002 Governor's Cup bragging rights go to TK again by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg High School was presented with the Governor’s Cup for the second straight year last Fri­ day in a ceremony at the Kent Intermediate School District Building. The award is given to high schools with the largest number of Michigan Merit Award winners in their re­ spective athletic confer- People Like Us Like Timber Ridge "This is our little comer of the world. 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Nelson announced that negotiations will be taking place with incoming Gov. Jennifer Gfanholm on whether this award will con­ tinue to be presented. This year schools in 75 athletic conferences and the four state champion schools re­ ceived the Governor’s Cup. Both Plcasantview and Central elementaries. Hast­ ings Area School System, will receive the Golden Ap­ ple Award at the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Serv­ ice Agency Dec. 13 for be­ ing among the highest achieving or most improved in the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) test results this year. Golden .Apple winners also receive $10,000 each. This award was presented to 127 schools this year. The legislation for this award has not yet been renewed, so this year may be the last for its presentation. Is fuel depot a good ren. zone neighbor? by Patricia Johns The Barty Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. ences. Thornapple Kellogg had the most in the O-K Blue Conference. Bob Nelson from the Michigan Department of Treasury presented the awards saying that it was a time to celebrate academic accomplishments. Principal Ellen Zack praised the hard work and the accomplishments of the students, which made the award possible. She was ac­ companied to the ceremonj by assistant Superintendent Patricia Koeze and Superin­ tendent Kevin Konarska. Zack praised counselor and MEAP coordinator Nancy Iveson, which helped make this award possible. Other schools in the O-K Conference receiving the Governor’s Cup were Hud­ sonville Unity Christian High School in the Gold di­ vision, Rockford High School in the Red division, Allendale High School in the Silver division and For­ est Hills Northern High Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. 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State Street • Sute 201 Hastings, Mi 49056 Phone. 269-945-0626 • Fax 269-945-4536 EmaS. bcf6wnws.net Website, www _barryct.org Staff Writer The January 7 meeting of the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will include a public hearing on the request by the Crystal Flash Company for a bulk fueling facility in the Mid­ dleville Renaissance zone which is in the industrial park. The 10 acre Renaissance zone has one occupant at this time, Euro Lighting. The company has built a new facility and even before the move into the new build­ ing takes place, additional employees have been hired. Planning commission members raised questions about whether a facility with few employees qualified for Renaissance zone designa­ tion? Planner Geoff Moffat will give members of the planning commission the Renaissance zone require­ ments before the January meeting. If Crystal Flash does re­ ceive permission to develop the 3.7 acre site in the Ren­ aissance zone, only two par­ cels will remain. The Ren­ aissance zone allows for tax abatements and other bene­ fits to developers. According to information given to the planning com­ mission, the tax breaks were not the reason for this devel­ opment of a fueling depot. The company hopes to cen­ tralize their operations in Middleville, Caledonia and Wayland. The former Crys­ tal Flash gasoline stations in these three communities are now Speedway stations fol­ lowing the purchase of Crystal Flash by Speedway. The facility would include 3 underground 30,000 gal­ lon tanks for fuels and one above ground 30.000 gallon take for propane. This facil­ ity would operate on a credit card basis. Some planning commis­ sion members raised con­ cerns about the proximity to residential areas. In other planning com­ mission business work con­ tinues on the sidewalk ordi­ nance. Catherine Beyer, who chairs the planning commis­ sion sidewalk committee, will be talking to members of council and hopes to have a joint sidewalk ordinance committee work session be­ fore Christmas. The next meeting of the village of Middleville plan­ ning commission is on Tues­ day, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. in the village hall. The commis­ sion approved setting their meeting dates for the first Tuesday of each month. Man arrested for stealing from area coin machines Kent County Sheriff De­ partment Detectives Jack Smith and Al Roetman from the South Sub-station in Dutton recently made an ar­ rest of a suspect for numer­ ous larcenies of coin oper­ ated machines, mainly laun­ dry machines. According to police infor­ mation, the larcenies had been occurring over the past five months. Police say that following his arrest, Von Eric Thomas, 36, of Grand Rapids, was ar­ raigned Dec. 5 in the 63rd District Cascade for break­ ing and entering and posses­ sion of burglary tools. The suspect was lodged on a $10,000 bond and re­ mains in custody at this time. Kentwood Police also made similar charges, result­ ing in another $10,000bond through the Kentwood courts. Detective Smith indicated that the larcenies of the coin boxes from laundry ma­ chines took place mainly in southern Kent County, Ken­ twood and Grand Rapids. �ine Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/Dec ember 10. 2002Page 13 TH High School honor roll announced 9th Grade High Honors (3.7 and above) - Garland Allison. Joshua Baird, Erin Baragar. Heather Betit. Jason Blain. Robbi Blain. Scott Blood. Amanda Bouwhuis, Ronald Christians. Kara DeLille, blaine Dimond. Shelby Donker. Imari Engstrom. Jessica Flaska, Kelly Funk. Jill Funk, Cody Garvey. Vanessa Glass. Travis Graham. Christ­ opher Grummet. Kersta Gustafson. Kathryn Hauschild. Nicholas Heidt. Brit­ tany Idema. Jessica Johnson. Jayne Kennicott. Ryan King, Bethany Kitzrow. Tiffany LaVire. Mikel Moore, Jason Morley. Matthew Morley. Mich­ elle Nesbitt. Emily Nyland. Melissa Olsen. Erica Penschel. Brandon Pisoni. Alicia Reynhout. Stacy Roberts. Cheney Robinson. Troy Rock, Aaron Shohy. Kyla Sisson, Holly Smith, Kassidy Sovern. Nicholas Stark. Brittany Steensma. Chelscy Strumbcrger. Jason Terpstra. Michael Tcxter. Isaac Thaler, Katherine VandcrWood. Nicole Wcidmann. Hillary Welton. Benjamin Ybema Honor Students (3.53.699) • Maria Aubil, Nicholas Bixinstra, Chelsea Dubois. Elizabeth Erway, Emily Fate. Jessica Foote, Shane Hester, Samuel Jeurink. Tessa Kamp, Kristen Kidder Justin Koza, Stephanie Lukas. Ryan McMahon. Samantha Miller. Justen Noffke. Penny Ormsby. Rebekah Raymond. Michael Rhoby. Kyle Roush. Andew Scholma. Molly Slagel. Samantha Smith. Jordan Smith. Justin VandenToom. Emily VanderGeid, Nicholas Wilke. Alicia Zinn. Honorable Mention (3.03.499) - Ashley Ayers. Savanah Baker. Zachary Camp­ bell. Heather Carmer. An­ thony Carpenter, Kathryn Chapman. Joshua Collier. Jay Cooley. Joshua Cross. Andrew Dragoo. Anna Enslen. Patrick Espino. Chris­ tine Etter. Maegan Ezinga. Mitchell Fisher Kristin Fredenburg. Sarah Garrett, Druvis Gerritts. Francis Griffith. Steven Hall. Amber Harkness. April Ihm. Jessie Irwin. Tara Janose. Molly Jazwinski. han John­ son. John Kelly. Heidi Klunder. Jared Lee, Justin Lewis. Andrew Lindemulder. Rebecca Linsea. Brittany Maring. Michael Munjoy. Kyle Selleck. And­ rew Sheehan. Henry Smith. Darrell Smith. Shannon Wingeier. Bradley Wisniew­ ski, Nicole Wood. 10th Grade High Honors - Ashley Aspinall, Casey Aubil. Vic­ torio Azzarella. Danielle Beilfuss, Kevin Bishop, Leigha Blain. Angela Boers- ma. Amanda Bowman. Kris­ ten Brady. Chanda Brice. Chadwick Brice. Breena Briel. Alexandra Buchanan. Alan Buckowing. Brynn Curtiss. Reed Ebmeyer. Holly Edwards. Megan Finkbeiner. Kalam Garber. Emily Granger, Anthony Heidt. Tuesday Howell, Gregory Huizenga, Matthew Jackson. Trevor Manning. Sunday Matousek, Corey McClain. Jordan McCormick. Jill­ ian McDuffee. Lindsey Mc­ Kee. Katherine McKeown. Stevi Merrill. Tiffany Miller. Michael Mugridge. Katie Oshinski. Andrea Otto, Kaleigh Page. Matthew Palmer, Michelle Raetz. Kimberly Robson, Nicholas Roush. James Sanford. Trisha Scholma. Kerrie Schultz, Nicole Shoemaker. Lacey Shriver. Amanda Stade. Tabetha Strait. Melissa Stuart. Julia Tandy. Brian Tate. Lindsey Vandenberg. Holly VanderHeide. Michele VanderMeer. Andrew VanDerMeer. Ryan Weesie, Jessica Wenger. Ali Willette, Brandon Wilson. Kelli Zoet. Honor Students - Eliza­ beth Beard. Andrea Beilfuss, Alicia Buchanan, Jonathon Daining. Thomas Fleming, Kendall Gerbasi. Jessica Gias. Michelle Hoffman, Alexandra Kelley, Heather Klemkosky. Nathan LaBine, Edin Landon. Leeanne Lantmga. Robert Lemon. Olivia Maynard. Joshua Meyering. James Moored Sanford. Bethany Nelson, Codie Nieder. Eric Reeder. Luke Rosenberg. Katelyn Smith. Andrea Tagg. Tiffany Tietz. Clifford Tomson. Brie VanDommelen. Brooke VanHouten. Amber Welton. Joseph Wenger. Blythe Williams. Amanda Young. Honorable Mention Kaylin Barnes. Curtis Batdorff. Zachary Bergsma. Garett Berkimer. Leighanne Bieski. Kyle Bradley. Nikki Brower, Christina Bruinsma. Alex Buehler. Sabrina Bunn. Alan Buxton. Brandi Camp­ bell. Melinda Campbell. Jeffrey Chapman. D. Patrick Cisler. Brandy Clark. Nicole Crisher. Jacob DeVries, Joshua Dykstra. David Fink­ beiner. Ryan Fletke. Tiffany Fox, Andrew Geelhoed II. Amanda Golden. Michael Gurski. Kristina Hall. Sarah Hawkins. Lynnea Henning. Shawn Hudson, Christopher Humphrey. Jake Jelsema. Edwin Jovani-Cubas, Steven Karelse. Megan Karpinski. Morgan Leedy, Raymond Lilley. Ashley Lintz, Adam Loveless, Nicole Lukas, Marie Matthews, Joshua McCoy. Nathan McMurray. Jennifer Miller. Kevin Poli. Chantci Reurink, Nichole Rogers, Nicholas Roskam. Allison Allington. Jason Bowman. Sager. David Schneider. Kirby Bremer. Miguel Bus­ Jodie Scott. Taj lor Sensiba. tamante. Brian Cuneo. KalPatrick Slawson. Jarod eigh Depew. Mallory Egolf. Smith. Rachael Steorts. Carl Frey. Joseph Fromm. Franklin Danny Thomson. Jason Keith Fuleki. Glass. Lars Gustafson. Tietz. Drew Townes. Austin Christopher Harkness. Levi Harold. Jordon Hart­ Turnes. Stacey Vandenberg. Leah VanHouten. Steven ley. Alaina Haselden. Bobby John Herring. Visser. Grant Wachtor. Hebert. Michael Wangerow. Lori Michael Hoskins. Justine Houskamp. Sarah Johnson. Wasikowski. Layn Welker. Joshua Westmaas. Heather Brent Joyce. Jessica Jullius. Westra. Kristen Willemstein. Susan Kalee. Ian Karcher. 11th Grade See honor roll, pg. 18 High Honors - Christina �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville. MI'December 10. 2002 Early childhood recommendations adopted by Cathy L Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education last month ap­ proved the first four pro­ gramming recommendatios for Early Childhood educa­ tion. The recommendations for the program read: “1) All of the district’s current Early Childhood programs serving children birth through age 5 (and their familics/caretakers) should be housed in the same facility (if possible). “2) The Early Childhood programs in our community should be well connected to our elementary school pro­ grams. “3) District programs should support parents as their child's first teachers. We should build partner­ ships with other community operated and private day cares and preschools to in­ crease the awareness in our community of the impor­ tance of the first few years of life. “4) In addition to meeting Michigan Licensing Stan­ dards for our Early Child­ hood programs, we should consider accreditation through the National Asso­ ciation for the Education of Young Children at the end of the last three years of op­ eration in the new facility. [Accreditation is not manda- Fatal accident linked to Middleville The vehicle suspected of striking and killing a Rock­ ford man belongs to a Mid­ dleville woman who was visiting relatives in Cedar Springs, police said Mon­ day. The owner told police that someone had used the car without permission. Dead is Stephen Ross. 43. toryj” The board also approved the adoption of ZooPhonics as the district-wide phonics program for K-l. When FREE MARKET Smith-Diamond —---------- -- SOUTH OFFICE The trophy that the Caledonia Equestrian Team was awarded for winning the Division A state championship almost dwarfs Coach Kelly Uoyd. (See Nov. 5 edition for more information about the championship.) A||AIYC|C 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml MnMLI 891-2222 CALEDONIA FALL PARADE OF HOMES PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD FOR INTERIOR DESIGN Absolutely gorgeous home with special de­ sign accents. Like inlayed marble accents in the cherry millwork. You'll love the chef's kitchen, all in cherry too. 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"I’m proud of our teachers, administration and staff.” said Bums. "It takes a lot to put out a document like this." asked by board member the team members proudly Denny Atkinson if the displayed the large trophy schools would have an op­ they were awarded. portunity to choose whether • Approved the purchase to use the ZooPhonics pro­ of four passenger buses gram or not, Chris Bums, di­ from Hoekstra Truck Equip­ rector of instruction/school ment in for $228,080 from improvement, stated that the the 2000 bond proceeds. In a recommendation had actu­ letter to Judy Truer, Director ally come from the teachers of Transportation, from An­ themselves. It is hoped that drew Snyder, fleet supervi­ by adopting this phonics sor, said, “The MSBO program throughout the dis­ (Michigan State Business trict, each elementary will Organization) bids... were be “in step” with the others. lower than the school bid, In other business last however with the cost of month, the Caledonia $175.00 (additional) for School Board: each bus purchased, the • Recognized Andy Sny­ MSBO is over by $429.” der, Bob Huizenga and Will The four buses will con­ Foote for the perfect bus in­ sist of one 29-passenger bus spections the past two years. at a cost of $39,962, a Referring to Huizenga and 47-passenger lift bus at a Foote, Snyder said, “These cost of $63,231 and two 71guys are the ones that really passenger buses at a cost of deserve it.” The trio was $124,887. awarded certificates of ex­ • Agreed to purchase a cellence and recognized for 2003 4WD-plow truck from “their outstanding service.” Student Transportation Services maintains a fleet of 50 buses, having a long­ standing history of admira­ ble inspection records. • Recognized the Caledo­ nia equestrian team, under the direction of Kelly Uoyd, for their Division A state championship. Lloyd and Berger Chevrolet for $27,643.60. This amount in­ cludes the base bid price plus selected alternates. It was noted by Judi Dean, dis­ trict business manager, that one bidder came in with an additional rebate after the bids were collected and due. After some checking con­ cerning the viability of the rebate, it was decided that to maintain the integrity of the bidding process, the bid would be awarded to Berger after all. • Adopted the bond pa­ rameter resolution allowing the district to “entertain an option to refund existing bonds when advisable.” Ac­ cording to Dean, this had happened “before (1992), but a section was not 'cal­ lable at that time. Now it is.” Board President Bob See school board, pg. 17 Christopher J. Hier, be 616-89*1-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available \nP Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) Your SmileThe First Thing People See! 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Ml December 10, North Rodgers extension still an option by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Village of Caledonia Planning Commission last Tuesday moved forward on developer Jerry Baker s offer to keep a 66-foot wide right of way clear of construction so that in the future an ex­ tension of North Rodgers Drive could be built there. Conditional approval was given to a third site plan op­ tion proposed by Baker. The conditions were related to site plan details. The third site plan option would pro­ vide for the street right of way. but would not actually include Baker's construction of the street. This option would allow a connecting drive between the commercial sections along M-37, through Glen Valley and provide access to 118.5 acres of village prop­ erty at the north end of the village, where the sewage treatment facility is located. The front 14 acres of the property on M-37 is seen by some as potentially valuable for commercial use. Baker had asked last month for approval for one of two site plans, in the Glen Valley PUD. one of which would have continued the North Rodgers right of way to the boundary of the vil­ lage owned property. In ex­ change he asked for an op­ tion to buy a 2.2 acre-village owned parcel just north of Glen Valley on M-37 which is part of the sewer plant property. M PUBLIC NOTICE ****** The Middleville Village Council will hold a special public hearing to hear public comment on the proposed FY 2003 Village Budget at 7 pm on December 17. 2002. in the Council Chambers at 100 E. Main St.. Middleville. Ml 49333 The proposed budget will be available for public inspection at the Village Hall located al the same address beginning December 11. 2002 Questions or comments may be directed to the Village Manager at 616 795 3385 303 Engineer Doug Stalsonburg. representing Baker, said at last month s meeting. "He would like to enter into a purchase agreement, have the plan appraised for value and actually proceed with the sale.’ The council had balked on an outright promise to sell the lot to Baker, ex­ plaining the process would take much longer than a quick decision by the coun­ cil. After lengthy discussion, the council asked Baker to adjust the Glen Valley PUD plan to leave the option open for a future street to the north. No concessions or promised outcomes were made by the village, though a desire to work together was expressed. Baker responded this month with an offer to shift the layout of the original plan to leave room for a fu­ ture public right of way ex­ tension of North Rodgers to the north. Achieving this will take more negotiations before it becomes a reality. But the commissioners moved toward reserving the road right of way by approv­ ing the third option. The right of way on Baker’s property original!) was to be applied to the sale of village property. The lat­ est offer to leave the right of way open was made without guarantees of a future sale. If the village in the future w ants the street, presumably it would have to buy the Glen Valley property where the right of way is located and build the street. However. Baker could have chosen to go ahead with construction according to the original site plan, which the Planning Com­ mission had already ap­ proved. The present pro­ posal will entail a major PUD amendment and re­ quire a public hearing, both for the adjusted site plan, and to establish the road right of way. The hearing may be scheduled as early as Jan. 7. at some expense and delay of construction for the developer. Both reserving the right of way for a street and fu­ ture development of North Rodgers Drive requires a change in the master plan, as does a change in the zoning of the village property to the north. In the future, if the village land was sold, it would require rezoning of the village property from ag­ ricultural to commercial use. Even before reserving the right of way. it is reasonable to determine if the road would have a function, de­ pending on the uses of the village property to the north. Even reasons for establish­ ing the road right of way need Io be indicated in the master plan, and could re­ quire an amendment, Plan­ ner Mark Sisson explained. Master plan impacts: The council first wanted to know what the master plan included about future uses of the village property, for future roads planned in that area and for general fu­ ture community needs, be­ fore any decisions were made, which could affect those plans. Sisson said the plan should attempt to look ahead as much as 30 years into the future. The Planning Commis­ sion was asked to examine the master plan, to consider the best uses for the valuable 14-acre M-37 frontage and to determine if a revision would be required. For instance, an east-west connector between M-37 and Kraft Avenue was once proposed on the sewer plant property, which would have lined up with a main drive from Jasonville Farms com­ mercial area across the street. The placement of roads and streets need to be carefully planned so that traffic movement and safety are facilitated. MDOT plans for M-37 would affect the parcel, and no widening was planned for five years. Unger said. Also future expansion needs of the sewage treat­ ment facility were not known last month. Village Manager Sandy Ayers said they are minimal, according to Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson s advice. Any expansion would be next to and in back of the existing plant. Written permission to sell the property is required as a previous condition of an FHA loan granted to build the sewer treatment facility. FHA is now known as Rural Development. Sisson said. Such permission might take a certain amount of time. Pressures to sell: The request by Baker fol­ lowed an earlier request this year by the township's Li­ brary Building Committee to see if a donation or sale of approximately three acres for a public library was pos­ sible. An informal village survey indicated more inter­ est in a library location near the post office. Village Trustee Dan Er­ skine pointed out there have been many requests to buy lots from the village over the many years he has served on the council. He mentioned other requests for commer­ cial use. and one for a church, all turned dow n. He said the commission may consider whether the land is needed for public or private uses, mentioning park land as something the community might want. A recreation plan is an area the planning commission had slated for the future. In an­ ticipation. the village allo­ cated $4,500 in its annual budget. Erskine suggested the schools might have future interest in the property as well. Use for a YWCA com­ munity center has also been mentioned. Erskine said older estab­ lished residents would not want officials to rush into selling the property. He pointed out other M-37 commercial frontage was available, "so our little strip isn’t gonna be a big deal." Manager Sandra Ayers said a future DPW garage on the southwest part of the front acreage would be a practical use, and lining up a drive with the Jasonville commercial drive across the street was planned in the fu­ ture. A fire station located on Continued next page VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE OPEN COMMISSION SEATS Interested citizens invited to apply for the following available Commission seat HOUSING COMMISSION 1 — unexpired term expiring 04/30/05 Apply in writing to Village of Middlev.He 100 East Main Street. Middleville. Ml 49333 Attn Village President Letters must be received by December 13, 2002 Appointments to be made December 17. 2002 At the regular meeting of the Village Council Rhonda L. Fisk Village Clerk 302 �The Sun and News. Middleville. MIDecember 10. 2002/Page 17 From previous page M-37 was also suggested by Erskine. Unger pointed out that even the recent millage would not cover the cost of a new fire barn, and other means would be needed and a lot of time was involved before the money is avail­ able. Commissioner Steve Gil­ bert opposed using the valu­ able acreage for municipal or public projects, and said the traffic on M-37 made public access dangerous. Erskine commented that if the street extension was re­ served, it could be used for a service drive, if nothing more. Erskine said the best choice may be to not sell the valuable village property, and wait until the future for such a decision, in the belief the property will only in­ crease in value. "Once it's gone, it’s gone," he said. Achieving village projects could be more difficult in the future, and the asset could be used to leverage some much needed project later on, as has been sug­ gested by several officials. Ayers said there may be other ways to meet commu­ nity needs "short of selling our crown jewels." Discussion included sev­ eral points to be explored further: • Evaluating the property value both in the present and future, considering the dif­ ference between undevel­ oped and developed land in the area. • Determining separate values of the frontage prop­ erly and of back acreage, some of which is one-half mile from the highway. An appraisal was thought to be the best indicator, but would be valid for only six months. • Evaluating the potential of trading the value of the frontage asset toward an­ other important project. Some thought the land was too valuable for municipal projects. • Studying the potential for trading the land for other property in the village, such as land near Emmons Lake for recreational use. • Determining the tax base revenues generated by commercial ownership after a sale of the property. At present, the village is in good financial shape due to revenue sharing funds, which would change if the state cuts these funds. • Surveying community opinion to determine what is wanted for the property. Public feedback during meetings is also wanted. • Determining the best po­ tential public needs or pri­ vate uses which could be de­ veloped on the property to be included in the long range master plan. • Evaluating potential conflicts between any pro­ posed uses and established uses surrounding the parcel. • Deciding when potential uses for the property would be implemented. Continued information gathering: Up until the present, nei­ ther the Village Council nor the Planning Commission knew how to handle re­ quests for sale or designa­ tion of M-37 lots on the vil­ lage property. The Village Planning Commission decided it did not have enough information and unanimously issued a formal statement in response to the request from the Vil­ lage Council for an opinion. Sisson said understanding the issues was important so officials know what to do when the right time comes. "In view of the many un­ certainties regarding future public requirements, village transportation requirements, both east/west and north/south. access to the property, undefined recrea­ tion plans and anticipated increase in value of the property, we recommend no change from the present ag­ ricultural zoning and master plan designation at this time.” The motion was made by Commissioner Karen Wells, seconded by Unger, and ap­ proved unanimously. There are state laws gov­ erning the revision of the master plan and various pro­ Medical Assistant/Nurse Busy Physician’s office is looking for a responsible person to work part-time, (2 days per week). Please send resume: Ad # 148 c/o The Reminder P.O. Box 188 Hastings. Ml 49058 HELP Now taking applications for full- & part-time help Breakfast, luneb, dinner cooks Day & evening shifts available Must be reliable Experience helpful 6. Apply at Monterey Grille 9175 Cherry Valley cedures under the jurisdic­ tion of the Planning Com­ mission. Planner Sisson ex­ plained recent new statutes require review of the current master plan once a year, and said January and February was a good time to do it. Bylaws: Commissioner Bill McNeilly wanted to know if there were planning com­ mission bylaws to help gov­ ern the commission, and since no one knew if there were bylaws previously es­ tablished. Ayers said she would look for any on File in old records, and also would contact the township attor­ ney to see if records of them had been kept. In the 1980s. such records were kept in the basements of vil­ lage officials, Erskine said. Commissioner Nick Un­ ger w as in support of operat­ ing under bylaws. McNeilly said because there would be a lot of developer pressure to sell the valuable M-37 property, it was important to have many issues addressed in advance, and that bylaws and up to date understanding of commission responsibili­ ties would help them to do a good job. Sission and McNeilly both agreed to provide model examples to compare if new bylaws are to be adopted. If the bylaws are located, they may be re­ vised. This matter is to be taken up at the next meeting on Jan. 7, when both regular business and a work session is planned. Four from area earn degrees at Western Michigan Four area students earned degrees at the end of the summer academic term at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. The students, their parents and hometowns (where in­ formation was made avail­ able), types of degrees and major fields of study were: • Joel Weston, son of Bill and Barb Weston of Caledo­ nia, bachelor of business ad­ ministration, computer in­ formation systems. • Richard H. Basarabski of Caledonia, bachelor of science in physical educa­ tion, exercise science. • Stephen R. Lillie, son of Robert and Anne Lillie of Caledonia, bachelor of sci­ ence, physical education, exercise science. • Scott A. Marsh of Mid­ dleville. bachelor of busi­ ness administration, com­ puter information systems. School board, continued from page 14 Bergy pointed out. “This is only to authorize it." • Approved the annual summer tax collection reso­ lution. in keeping with state regulations. One board member asked if there were any changes from last year, and the answer was no. • Approved personnel changes, including hiring Maria Quintana-Garcia CHS Spanish. Lisa Bolt - para­ professional aide. Marilyn Corson - para pro aide. Becky Hekman - para pro aide. Cal Andree - bus driver. Jason VanderWoude - varsity boys’ basketball coach. Mike Wilson - boys JV basketball coach and Todd Bloemers - boys ninth grade basketball coach. Both Heather Duffield and Jen Sutphin transferred from ninth grade girls’ vol­ leyball to JV girls volleyball and Sally Venneman (McCarthy) requested a leave of absence from her bus driving duties. • Heard Chris Burns speak about the district’s en­ deavors to align and inte­ grate the curriculum to the Michi­ gan Curriculum Framework, which was designed by teachers across Michigan. This framework is a rather generic document that dis­ tricts then add/delete to fit their particular educational circumstances. “I’m proud of our teach­ ers, administration and staff,” said Burns. ‘‘It takes a lot to put out a document like this.” While discussing stan­ dards, including the Michi­ gan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) tests, board member Bob Lillie said. “We have to accept the MEAPs, do them well, but as a district we have to do the others (competitions, portfolios, etc.)” • Heard a presentation from CHS Student Repre­ sentative Janine Wilson, who explained to the board several items that were tak­ ing place at the high school, including a Toys for Tots challenge, a food drive and a clothing drive for “In the Image." (See corresponding article for more informa­ tion.) • Conducted a first read­ ing of 22 new/revised poli­ cies as proposed by Neola. Inc. The policies included revisions to Job Descriptions (#1400). Title I Services (re­ vised codes #2261). Parent Participation in Title I Pro­ grams (#2261.01). Student Privacy and Parental Access to Information (#2416). Stu­ dent Records - Operations (#8330), Confidentiality - Operations (#8350) and Ac­ counting system for Fixed Assets (#7455). New policies include Title I - Parent’s Right to Know (#2261.02). Work Place Safety (#3362.02). Work Place Safety - Support Staff (#4362.02) and Homeless Students - Students (#5111.01). “Many of (the revisions and new policies) are in re­ sponse to No child left be­ hind’.’’ said Superintendent Doug Busman. • Recommended that the policy #5610.01. which was entered in error (due to a clerical error), be removed from the Dec. 18. 2001. regular board minutes. This particular policy was ap­ proved in the April 18, 2000. minutes and no revi­ sions have been made to it since that date. The formal recommendation for re­ moval was simply "to clean up the paper trail," said Busman. Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! 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Edw ina Valdez. Weingartz. Tyler Wenger. Kaylee Wilke. Bryan Winchester. Honorable Mention Ryan Adams. Steven Allen. Rachael Beard. Shannon Bieski. Shain Brower. Joseph Brown, Daniel Burbank. Eric Bush, Dane Carver. Leslie Copeland. Philip Corson. Christen Davis, Christopher Doornbos. Planners object to Middleville ZBA decision by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Is getting along with local businesses a reason to grant a variance? According to Middleville planning com­ mission member and council member Charles Pullen, that is not a reason for the Zon­ ing board of Appeals to grant a variance for a sign for Hastings City Bank. The bank had come to the Middleville ZBA after its re­ quest for a new sign to re­ place the already existing sign was denied since it does not meet the new sign re­ quirements. The sign al­ lowed by the ZBA is consis­ tent with the other new signs installed in Caledonia and Nashville and the size was reduced from 21 to 17 feet. Pullen told his colleagues on the board that this deci­ sion made all the hard work developing a new sign ordi­ nance “was for nothing.” The village is still work­ ing out how this challenge to the Zoning Board of Ap­ peals will be handled. The only recourse to a ZBA de­ cision is an appeal in circuit court. Members of the planning commission agreed with Pullen on supporting the new sign ordinance. “The sign issue is extremely im­ portant,” Rick Winans said. There was a concern that if one business received relief from the ordinance, others would do the same. Decisions of the ZBA arc governed by statute. Rea­ sons for a variance include hardship, unique qualities of the parcel of land in ques­ tion. the variance must not impact the ordinance in question and cannot cause problems for neighbors. Sign difficulties were also discussed with the sign erected by Eastown Homes which docs not match the ordinance or the sign on their site plan and for Greg’s Get It N Go. Zoning admin­ istrator Geoff Moffat will­ meet with both of these land owners and bring some an­ swers to the next planning commission meeting in January. December play groups planned The December play group dates for the Bright Begin­ nings, Parents as Teachers program have been set for both Middleville and Cale­ donia. On Wednesday, Dec. 11 the program in room 107 of the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center will focus on hats, mittens, scarves and holiday fun. The learning center is next to McFall Ele­ mentary. Bright Beginnings direc­ tor, Anne Krebil suggests preregistering. .> -«* *1 8 The all music play group on Wednesday, December 18 will be a really “Whimsi­ cal Wednesday!” from 10 11 a.m. Call 795-3397 to register. In Caledonia students will learn about jingle bells and have musical fun on Friday, Dec. 13 from 10 -11:30 a m. The Bright Beginnings play group is held at Emmons Lake Elementary at 8950 Kraft Ave. Call 293-8532 to register. Call 945-9554 for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. 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A festively decorated MiddleVilla Inn played host to more than 160 local senior citizens on Dec. 6. The Thornapple Kel’ogg School District treated 160 senior citizens to lunch on Dec. 6. This annual lunch­ eon is a way for the district to thank the mothers, fa­ thers, grandfathers and grandmothers of TK stu­ dents for their contributions to the district. Chris Boysen. Commu­ nity education director wel­ comed everyone to the an­ nual luncheon at the Mid­ dleVilla Inn. “Enjoy lunch and time to socialize with each other.” Art students in Amic Evans classes at McFall Ele­ mentary School created wonderful Christmas cards for each diner. In addition to a holiday message each card included a sample of a paint­ ing created by the students in the style of Monet. The honors choir made its fourth visit to the holiday luncheon to provide sea­ sonal entertainment. Char Evans reminded din­ ers that the next senior citi­ zen get together was planned for Monday. Dec. 17 in the resource room at the Learning Center. Both the December and January 20 senior citizen meetings begin at 1 p.m. Any area senior citizen who would like to receive the monthly newsletter can contact the Community Edu cation office at 795-3397 to be pul on the mailing list. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn or call 945-9105 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Mtddlevtlle. Ml December 10. 2002 Sounds of holiday season fill Middleville area The Honors Choir showed off its new shirts and sign language skill in "The Cry of a Child’ The finale of the concert included an audience sing-a-long with the band and choir sonal and lively. The eighth grade band percussion section was par­ ticularly vigorous in its ren­ dition of Invincible Warrior. It was “A Holly Jolly Christmas” with lots of “Christmas Angels” ending in a “Peaceful. Silent Night” at the middle school under band director Mark Hagemann and vocal director Deidre Ross. Compact discs of the vo­ cal performances by the choir from Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 are available. The high school’s concert choir wowed a second and third grade audience with carols in Swahili and Eng­ lish. Emily VanderGcld and Andrea Cortese soled in Joyful, Joyful. Students especially en­ joyed music from a Charlie Brown Christmas, it was ob­ vious that this is one of their ■favorite times of the year.” But one doesn’t have to be less than 10 years old to enjoy Christmas. The more than 160 diners at the annual senior citizen luncheon en­ joyed the tunes presented by the high school Honors Choir on Friday. Dec. 6. Choir director Ray Rick­ ert led the group from the soulful to the funny . Jessica Julius was flute soloist in "Away in a Manger.” This was just one of the 8 performances the Honors Choir will give in the next 3 weeks. It was the first where the choir got to wear their new honors choir shirts. Other soloists during the program were Michael Gurski. Holly Smith and Lia Tandy. Vocal director Deidre Ross kept the choir on its toes Solid Impact by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The sounds of the season can be heard almost every­ where in the Middleville area. Last week the Middle School bands and the eighth grade chorus raised the raf­ ters with music both sea­ Fitnegg HOURS: M-Th 5am*9pin; Fri. 5ani-8pm Sat. 8am-2pni; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. 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The honors choir’s selections will include “Away in a Manger,” “The Cry of the Child,” and “What You Gonna Call Him?” The bands arc scheduled to perform “A Traditional German Christmas,” “Up On A House Top” and "O Come, O Come Emmanuel." As always, admission is free and the public is invited and encouraged to attend. This coupon good for $100.00 oft on a collision repair* ------------------------------------------ A Division Of Bender Auto Body Inc. ED'S BODY SHOP OF CALEDONIA, INC. Complete Collision Service • Autos & Trucks 110 Johnson St. • Caledonia, Ml 616-891-0150 ANOTHER GREAT HOME TOWN SERVICE We'll Rescue your damaged automobile u N I M-37 • Some reericbors apply Offer expires 1/1/03 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 10. 2002 Page 21 Ed’s Body Shop given variance for expansion First ‘A’ for Excellence winners announced From the 150 entries in the A for Excellence contest sponsored by Thornapple Financial Center and Money Concepts fifth grader Tyler Agostini, eighth grader Blake Berkimer and tenth grader Kaleigh Page were selected for the first marking period. Pictured from left are Deborah L Wert. Blake Berkimer, Tyler Agostini, Su­ san A. Foster. Cheryl J Mosey, and John L Hunt. Not pictured is Kaleigh Page. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real e»uie advcrtivnf in newt paper '• wbjrrt to (he Fair Unming Art and the Michigan Clnl Rtghlt Art which collectively make H illegal to advertiae "any preference. Iirmtauon or di ten mi nation bated on race, color, reti gion, ma. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer ence. limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center al 616-4512980 The HUD toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I 800 927 Decorations historic and fun The Thornapple Heri­ tage Association has changed the display at the Hastings City Bank branch in Middleville. Stop by and see a bell collection, balls and even a xylophone. AA & AL-ANON] Thanks to you Barry County... 23,938 times resi­ dents of Barry County accessed United Way services through the 23 member agencies. United Way, The Way Barry County Cares, Community by Community Caledonia - 100th and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Zoning Board of Appeals Dec. 4 granted Ed's Body Shop a variance to expand the existing structure. Ed Pawloski. the owner explained he intended to build a 16x32 foot lean-to addition on the west side of the building on the comer of Johnson and Kinsey, re­ cessed back from the front of the building. The present business is housed in two main structures between Johnson and Main. A variance was needed because with other com­ bined additions to the origi­ nal property since he bought it in 1990 the 50 percent ex­ pansion would be more than is allowed under the ordi­ nance governing light indus­ trial zoning, where it is lo­ cated. The building on Main was acquired about three years ago. Pawloski said. The buildings are connected and have been entirely refur­ bished inside. Another variance to the 30-foot setback requirement was also allowed, as the ad­ dition would expand the building to within 15 feet of the property line. The set­ back would be 25 feet for commercial zoning. The present use is com­ mercial and thus is non-conforming, even though the zoning was changed after Pawloski bought the prop­ erty for the current use. However, since previous ex­ pansions have been allowed, Commissioner Al Niles said it would be inconsistent to impose the 50 percent limit at this point. No neighbors had com­ plained about the business activity, and some testified that his operation was an im- provement over the condi­ tion of the property as previ­ ously maintained. Neighbors claimed Pawloski was a good neighbor One recent change w as to move and put in a new fence three feet closer to the west properly line, giving him more storage space and more efficient access. The new lean-to will re­ place an old 18-foot truck body that was used to house parts and a small pole bam also used for storage. He said this would clean things up. keep the parts dry. and allow more efficient access. He said the lean-to would not be used for production work. Cars can still be parked by the fence. Al Niles listed ordinance reasons for the decision. He said there were extraordi­ nary circumstances con­ nected with the location, the variance was needed for the preservation of the property, it had been established the expansion would not be a detriment to the surrounding neighborhood, and the re­ quested changes met ail matters of the ordinance. A stipulation was made that the previous parking prohi­ bitions would be maintained under the new variances. Commissioner John Dai­ ley moved to approve the variance, seconded by Niles, which was unanimously ap­ proved by the board. Call 945^9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad and reach over 11,000 area homes Athlete of the week Cue Thornapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Soccer Going back to the week of Sept. 9, Eric scored four goals that week in two Trojan wins. He got his first three in a matchup with Godwin Heights, then connected on a penal­ ty shot to help the Trojans over the Byron Center Bulldogs. ___________ ______ The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. Ill N. 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Tricia Miedema, (middle) Molly Conway, Melissa Gillard, emily Desy, Brooke Ziesemer, (back) Brittany Garbow. Janine Wilson. Jenna Knight. Krystal Rabley, Krista Reynolds, and Coach Mark Johnson. The 2002-2003 Fighting Scot varsity boys’ basketball team, (front from left) Kyle Hemmes, Patrick Spitzley, (middle) Elijah Cooley. Ryan Rogers, Aaron Kleersnyder, Loren Crandell. Zach Larson, (back) Coach Jason VanderWoude. Mike Mor­ gan, Greg Jousma, brad Swartz, Joe Kowalski, and Abe Mulvihill. Experience, not only with the boys out on the court, but with a first time varsity head coach is the question mark for the Fighting Scots as another winter of varsity boys' basketball tips off. Jason VanderWoude. a former jayvee coach al Kclloggsvillc. takes over the reigns of a team that was one game over .500 last sea­ son at 11-10. The top returnees for the l ighting Scots include sen­ ior forwards Joe Kowalski and Eli Cooley, and senior guards Patrick Spitzley and Kyle Hemmes. With ? roster full of for­ wards and guards, and no real center, versatility will be a key as the Scots try to play VandcrWoude’s up tempo style. A host of juniors includ­ ing guards Loren Crandell and Aaron Kleersnyder. and forwards Abe Mulvihill. Mike Morgan. Zach Larsen, Ryan Rogers, and Brad Swartz will be looking to step in and help the varsity in any way they can, whether it’s diving for loose balls, clamping down on de­ fense, or running the open floor. The Scots were an even 88 in league play last winter Famous State Bank Flooring and of Interiors Caledonia and it should be another year of hard fought battles in the O-K Gold. VanderWoude said that he sees South Christian and Wyoming Park as being the two teams that should make things tough at the top of the Gold. Before they get into the conference season however, the Scots have a battle down M-37 at Middleville on Fri­ day Dec. 13. After the season opener at TK, the Scots head dive right into the league with their home opener against Cedar Springs Tuesday Dec. 17. Scots look for leaders among young spikers The Fighting Scots’ var­ sity volleyball team will take to the courts this winter looking for leaders. The team features only three seniors, and only Krys­ tal Rabley at outside hitter is in a starting position. Molly Conway, a junior, and Brooke Ziesemer, a sophomore, have both been with the varsity since their freshman seasons and will need to become leaders if the Scots are to improve on their 9-37-4 record from last season. “1 remain open and opti­ mistic,” says third year coach Mark Johnson, “but it really depends on how well the leaders lead and how quickly the young ones learn.” A couple of the key new­ comers are sophomore Krista Reynolds, and junior Janine Wilson. Johnson says that the girls are a tight knit group. “Many of the girls have played together throughout the offseason.” The Scots were 1-11 in the O-K Gold last year, and Johnson says “it is hard to know where we will end up in the league, but our athleti­ cism gives me hope that it will be in the lop half.” Perennial power South Christian is the favorite again at the top of the league. Caledonia won’t be­ gin conference play until Jan. 6, the Scots’ home opener, against Unity Chris­ tian. Action begins for Caledo nia at the Godwin Invita­ tional on Saturday Dec. 14. then they have a week off before heading to Comstock Park on Dec. 21. Rainbow's End Seif of Caledonia Edward Jones Yarn, Crafts & Variety 1/2 Off Card Shop Caledonia Village Center 632 E. Main St., Caledonia Drew McFadden South Kent Veterinary Hospital 627 E. Main, 9175 Cherry Valley Caledonia Caledonia 9030 N. 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Maxim says that “this is a young team with heart.” Key newcomers to Maxim’s squad, which he’s been coaching for 20 years, include Caleb Mtuirhead and Angel Castillo. Maxim says of his entire team. “They are Fighting Scots’. They will do the best they can. with sportsman­ ship and fair play in mind." The Fighting Scots kicked off their season with a total team effort to take home the second place plaque from the eight team Greenville In­ vitational last Saturday. Caledonia finished in sec­ ond place behind host Greenville, and beat out teams from Alma Lakeview, Reeths-Puffer, Edwards­ burg. Forest Hills Central, and Greenville’s B‘ team. The Scots wrestled every­ one in the season opening tournament. Luke Stauffer. Tyler Bowden. Billy D’Amico, Brandon Cance, Zach House, Jason Rauser. Josh Goebel, Caleb Moorhead, Nick Rauser, Justin Rieter, Steve Jousma. David Villar­ real. Angel Castillo. Robbie LaFountain. Frank D'Amico, Corey Kilmartin. Aaron Gillfranklin. Richie McCarty, Ted McCoy, and James Haisma put together the total team effort said Maxim. “I am very proud of the way that everyone conducted themselves through­ out the day." said Maxim. “It was nice to see us finish so well and still have room for improvement." Next up for Caledonia is a The 2002-2003 Fighting Scot varsity wrestling team, (front from left) John Goebel, Zach House, Tyler Bowden. Billy D’Amico, Brandon Cance. Jason Rauser. (middle) Tyler Cook, Whit Wesenberg, Corey Kilmartin. Robbie LaFountain, Angel Castillo, David Villarreal, Caleb Moorhead, Nick Cramer, Justin visit from Sparta on Thurs­ day Dec. 12, then the Scots head to the Kent County Classic on Saturday Dec. 14. Scots’ competitive cheer team The 2002-2003 Fighting Scot varsity competitive cheer team, (front from left) Heather Rogers. Shannon Pleva. Heather Somora. Katie Filtpchuck, Jamie Basarabski. 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Cindy Middlebush takes the helm of the Trojan var­ sity volleyball team for the 15th and final time this win­ ter as her ladies try to set a record again. Last winter the Trojans set a school record for most wins with 34, and Middle­ bush says that “this team’s strength is their determina­ tion to improve on last year.” This experienced team that returns seven starters has set goals for itself to win conference and district crowns this winter after fin­ ishing second in each in the last campaign. Setters Rachel Clinton and Melisa Potts return for their senior season with a host of strong hitters around VII,LAGE AUTO SALES 401. Broadway. Middleville 795 3232 WEST ML FIREPLACE & HEARTH 401 S. Broadway, Middleville 795 3536 PHIL’S PIZZERIA them. Clinton was an all-confer­ ence honorable mention se­ lection last year, as were re­ turnees Cary Middlebush and Angela Blood. Middlebush is a hitter, and Blood is the Trojans’ defensive specialist. Other hitters returning for TK include Rachel VanderMcer, Megan Dutcher, and Melissa Robinson. Andrea Otto, a sopho­ more has broken into the lineup and will start at right side hitter, a position where junior Katie Dorland will also see time. Also bump, set, and spik­ ing for TK will be Whitney Robertson, Sarah Wolf, Stephanie Scott, and Mal­ lory Egolf. Hamilton was the lone team ahead of the Trojans after last season and Middle­ bush says she expects them to once again be solid at the top of the conference, as well as Byron Center. Otsego was the team that bounced the Trojans from the district tournament at the end of last season and TK will see how they stand up this time around when the Trojans open their season at the Otsego Invitational on Saturday Dec. 14. TK has tournaments on Saturday Dec. 21 at Wyo­ ming Park and Jan. 4 at By­ ron Center before kicking off the home portion of their schedule with a visit from the Byron Center Bulldogs on Jan. 9. AFTER MIDDLEVILLE EFFECTS SUN & NEWS HAIR STUDIO 1351 N. M 43 Hwy. 4611 N.M-37 Hwy.. Middleville 795 0053 m,'geukesw MARKET 500 High St., Middleville league and district champi­ onships. To achieve these goals we will need improve­ ment and contributions from every player on the team.” Calvin Christian will be the biggest obstacle for eve­ ryone in the O-K Blue Io overcome this season, as usual, if they want to get to the top of the league. Before that the Trojans nave to worry about Maple Valley in the season opener on Tuesday Dec. 12 in Mid­ dleville. That came is fol­ lowed up with a visit from the Caledonia Lighting Scots on Friday the 13th. The O-K Blue season kicks off when TK hosts Byron Center on Tuesday Dec. 17. "FARMBUREAU Lvnn Denton Agency’ 4695 Middleville Rd., Middleville 795-1670 MILLER REAL ESTATE INSURANCE FIRST 795 5505 945 5182 As is the norm for high will see his first full season school athletic programs, a with the varsity, as will jun­ couple of big guns are gone iors Chase VandenBerg and and new athletes look to Darrin Tape. TK’s speed, depth, and take their place and continue shooting ability should be on. Senior guard Justin Van­ plenty to make up for the Spronsen is the lone return­ lack of size down low. Ryan Adams, a senior en­ ing starter to the Trojans’ varsity basketball team this tering his first season with fall, but as usual there are a the varsity eagers, was a host of new faces ready to standout on the gridiron for pick up where last year’s 15- the Trojans this fall and should add some muscle in 8 team left off. Seniors Bobby Roush, the paint. TK hopes that its athleti­ Kyle Holst, Nick Tomson, and Phil Garber return to the cism can carry it through the varsity with enhanced re­ start of the season while the sponsibilities and opportuni­ Trojans gain experience out on the court. ties. Also returning are a couKurt Holzhueter, TK’s ple of junior forwards, Brett head coach entering his 16th Knight and Mark Rolison. season, says that the Tro­ Sophomore Jon Yeazel jans’ goal “is to compete for 945-9554 140 W. State St.. Hastings 497 Arlington. Middleville 795 7844 2718 Chief Noonday. Gun Lake 795 3302 GREG’S GET IT N GO WESTEN’S CARPET TIRES 2000 509 Arlington St.. Middleville 210 E. Main. Middleville 500 .Arlington St.. Middleville 795 8903 795 3000 795 3550 120 E. Main. Middleville Revolving door turns as new eagers step in Hastings 795 3767 317 Arlington. Middleville The 2002-2003 Trojan varsity boys’ basketball team, (front from left) Bobby He­ bert, Darrin Tape. Justin VanSpronsen. (middle) Mark Rolison. Jon Yeazel. Bobby Roush, Chase VandenBerg. Joe Ulberg, Coach Lance Laker, (back) Coach Kurt Holzhueter. Brett Knight. Kyle Holst Phil Garber. Ryan Adams, and Nick Tomson. Cheering on the Trojans The 2002-2003 Trojan varsity cheer team, (front from left) Katie McKeown, Am­ ber McMillan, Coach Kelli Leep, Danielle Beilfuss, Stacy Huizinga, (middle) An­ drea Beilfuss. Sadie Bowerman, Lindsey Wisniewski, Amanda Golden, (back) Brit­ tany Nicholson. Ashley Dunn, Niki Reyff, Thom Dettman, Tisha Smith, Becca Du­ fresne, and Amanda Fisk. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 10. 2002/Page 25 State runner-up returns to mat with two wins The Trojan varsity wres­ tlers feturn to the mat after last year’s campaign netted them their 11th straight O-K Blue crown and a place as the state runner-up in Divi­ sion II. Last year’s Trojans went 36-6 in dual meets last win­ ter. with three of their losses coming at the hands of Divi­ sion II state champions Lowell,.and one to Division 111 state champion Rich­ mond. Last years team graduated eight seniors who figured in the team’s scoring a lot, and Lehman says they’re look­ ing to rebuild a little bit. Es­ pecially in the weight classes from 145 on up, where the Trojans only re­ turn senior Alec Bclson. Bclson finished second in the O-K. Blue last year. Also back on the smaller side arc all-State award win­ ners from a year ago Josh Bowerman and Mike McKe­ own, both of whom are jun­ iors. Senior Pal McKeown also returns after finishing last season as a state qualifier. Like Belson. junior Dayne Fletke and sopho­ more Kurt Huntington both finished second in the O-K Blue last winter. Now a sen­ ior. Kyle Fletke finished as a conference champion. Eight seniors who regu­ larly figured in the scoring graduated from last winter's team, but up and down the roster most of the Trojans who are taking the mats do have at least some varsity experience. Lehman said that he's looking forward to another year with great kids who are hard working and just do what they’re supposed to do. TK opened its season with a couple of wins last Thursday. The Trojans played host to both Wyoming Park and West Ottawa. TK bested Wyoming Park 45-25, and walked away with a 41-21 win when they went hcad-to-head with West Ottawa. On Saturday Dec. 7 the Trojans headed to Bay City Western for the Michigan Duals, and ended up sixth in the tourney that features 13 of the top teams in the state. The Trojans won three of five duals, earning wins over Tri. County 42-24. Bay City Western 37-24. and Detroit Catholic Central 37-33. Grandville got the best of the Trojans 46-18. as did New Lothrop, 33-31. Next up for the varsity is a match at Northview on Thursday Dec. 12. then the Trojans host the Jeff Leh­ man Memorial Tournament on Saturday Dec. 14. The Trojan B’ team was also in action last week, scoring wins over Gull Lake s and Galesburg’s var­ sity squads on Thursday. On Saturday at Comstock Park the B’ squad picked up a win over Spring Lake's varsity squad. 36-31. and came close against Coopers­ ville. The Broncos downed the Trojans on criteria after the two teams finished tied at 39. Belding narrowly edged the B' squad 41-39. The Trojans were also downed by Comstock Park 56-20. Share the moments. Share the life." It doe& matter who processes your film! 35mm Film Processing O NE HOUR SERVICE One Hour, Same Day or Next Day Available 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT NOW ONLY 1-Hour Processing Additional MHSAA adds bowling tourney “It’s great to see,’’ says Caledonia’s club team bowl­ ing Coach Steve Wicrsum. The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) announced last week that bowling will be added to the post-season tournament schedule for the 2003-2004 school year. Boys and girls will each have a tournament for the sport to be held each winter. The “The addition of bowling for girls and boys responds to the growth of bowling in all types of schools in all parts of our state, and it has the most im­ mediate potential for growth in female participation.” said MHSAA Executive Di­ rector John E. Roberts. “We’re pleased to offer this tournament at a time of year when there is less par­ ticipation in high school sports than in the fall and spring. It’s a sport that doesn’t require officials re­ cruitment and training, and doesn’t add a scheduling burden to already over used school facilities’’ Scott Bennett Executive Director of the Michigan High School Bowling Con­ ference, that had been run­ ning things for the high school bowling teams says that bowling in the state has been growing about 20% per year, with almost 400 differ­ ent schools and clubs com­ peting throughout the state. TK and Caledonia both have club teams competing currently, and next fall those bowlers will be able to earn varsity letters for their sport, and have a chance to repre­ sent their school in state tournaments. Bowling is a “sport for life,” says Wiersum, and its great with all the title IX stuff going on that bowling is a sport for boys and girls at the same time. These sponsors help support coverage of local sports. Help out by supporting these sponsors. BRUCE’S FRAME & ALIGNMENT 41S2ndSt, Middleville 795 9596 w^ct" MIDDLE VILLA INN 4611N. 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MO. 224 Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Fee; $2 per person, at the door •*// there are no participants by 7:15 p m doors will close at that time Family Fun Day at YMCA Camp Algonquin Adult Open Gym < A. Celebrate Valentines with your family at Camp Algonquin Fun activities like snow sculpture, crafts, ice skating, roasting marshmallows and climb­ ing Spirit Mountain will keep you busy all afternoon. Where: YMCA Camp Algonquin When: February 8. 2003, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $10 per family. $5 individual Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. • Lunch Served After 10:30 9866 Cherry Valley • Caledonia • 891-8275 Hotas: Mon-Fft.6om-2.30pm Sat 7 am230 pm Sun 8 am-230 pm ''N All classes are 44) minutes long Let your child experience the fun of camp during school “in-service” and parent/teacher conferences. Children kindergarten - 5th grade will partici­ pate in camp activities like crafts and "capture the flag”, all based on the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty. Respect & Responsibility. Time: Immediately after school until 6:00 p.m. Fee: $15.00 per half day program Fee Includes: Transportation to YMCA Camp Algonquin, snacks and activities. participants will need to bring a sack lunch. Registration Deadline: 2 weeks prior to program date. DATES January 17 • February 6 • March 5 (Prt-rrgistration is required) ■ J Boys K Girls. DK - 2nd grade Hastings Central Elementary Schoo! Sat arda > mornings. January 11 - February TJ DK K • 9:00-9:55 a.m. 1st grade - 10:00-10:55 a m 2nd grade • 11:00-11:55 p.m. Fee: $30 I includes YMC A indoor soccer shirt). Scholarships are available upon request. I quipnsmt Come dressed to play! Shin guards and heavy socks art recommended. Registration Deadline: December 31. 2002. PRE-REGISTRAT1ON IS REQUIRED -SPAC E IS LIMITED! Age Gnmp: Cheerleading Clinic Girts DK - 2nd grade Monday s and Wednesday s. January 6-30 6:0»-7:30 pun. 1 MCA Camp Algonquin. 2055Iroquois Trail $25 includes a YMCA Cheerleading T-Shirt. F inancial assistance asaitable for those in need. tatrwtor Trad Downs PRE-REG1STRAT1OS IS REQI IRED BY DECEMBER 19. Space n houted to 30 partwipants Far: Dates Time: Place: Fee: Don’t hesitate to keep those New Year's resolutions - the YMCA makes it fun to achieve your fitness goals with two new classes. A variety of tech­ niques will be used to improve your fitness level, in a non-competitive environment. Pre-registration required. Beginner Fitness - Adults 50+ • Tues/Thurs. 9:00-10:00 a.m. Beginner Fitness - Adults 18+ • Mon.'Wed. 5:45-6:45 p.m. Dates: January 20 - February 27,6 weeks Location: Camp AlgonquinMcMullen-Baum Lodge Day Camp Room Cost: $20 Instructor: Jenny Morawski Swimming lessons Adventure Klub Vacation Day Camp Indoor Soccer Clinic The Hastings Middle School east gym will be open fix basketball and vol leyball for adults 18 yean and older W here: Middle School East (Jym W hen: Every other Monday : 1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 2/17 Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $3 per person, at the door **// there are no participants by 7.10pm . doors will close at that time Adult Fitness Classes A giant slumber party for 6-11 year olds at YMCA Camp Algonquin. Drop off your child on Friday night and return for them on Saturday morning. You’ll have a night to yourself while trained staff supervise your child Pizza supper on Fnday is included as well as lots of fun activities and games. DATES: January 17-18 • February 21-22 March 28-29 • April 25-26 Fee: $25 each session for the first child and $20 for the second child. Registration Deadline: 1 wo weeks prior to the session Check in: Friday 5:30 ■ 6:00 p.m. For: Place Dates: Breakfast Served All Day Pets LOOKING FOR a professio­ nal pet sitter? Call Pet-Daze Pet Sitting, (616)795-8PET. Bonded & insured. RENT TO OWN HOMES: all areas, $750 per month and up. (269)945-3447 Cash paid for homes: all areas, motivated sellers, (269)9453447. ^WINTER PROGRAMS S Check Out: W?eA7y W/Zg Specials ROUTE DRIVERS, to $530 wk. + benefits. Many need­ ed, major company. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee 2003 ------ ----- (Youth 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult) Bruce & Kerri Higgins RECEPTIONIST: to $12 Hr + benefits, good people skills, on job training. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee to 3 acres of woods. Come and enjoy the country, plen­ ty of room for horses or whatever your pleasure might be! 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Call 945- PRE-SCHOOL: SKIP - Parent and child water adjustment, safety and water play class for children six months to two years of age. Class is organ ized into 34) minutes of instruction and 10 minutes for independent parenVchild practice. Participants will learn basic swim and safety skills through songs and games. PIKE & PARENT Designed for those three to four years of age, who are not quite ready to take the class without Mom. Dad or Guardian. Children will be introduced to the pool, learning leg and arm movement as well as other basic swim techniques PIKE ■ Designed to introduce children ages three to four years of age to swimming skills and water adjustment To progress to the next level (Eel) Participants must swim a width of a pool with an IFD. jump into the pool with huie or no assistance swim 10 yards on front, back and side without assistance and float fot 20 seconds YOUTH AGES 5 AND UP: POLLIWOG Intnxiuction to swimming, little or no skill level Students will be introduced to basic swimming skills and increase their comfort in the waler. GUPP3 Must know the front crawl, as well as the front and back float MINNOW Must be able to do the front crawl with rotary breath­ ing for 50 feet and float for one minute ADULT: ADULT BEGINNER ■ Lfcvigned for the adult who wants to increase their comfort in the waler Adults will learn swim skills in a noncompetitive atmosphere Class geared for adults with no skill level. Fees: $35 per si* week session Contact the YMCA for class times and locations. All classes begin the week of January 13. ( Usses Fill fast. Io obtain a detailed brochure or Io register: •)M( V Phone Number: 269-945-4574 • 3 M( A Office: 2055 Iroquois Trail. Hastings • Office Hours: M - F 9 - 4. < losed Naturdays Sundays and December 23-27 and January I. �Page 28/The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml/Decembet 10. 2002 Former Scot helps U of M team to title Two weeks before she was about to start her Freshman year at the Uni­ versity of Michigan, on the eve of tryouts for the U of M collegiate women’s soccer team, Elisc Boncher, who had been a soccer star at Caledonia High School, tore her anterior cruciate liga­ ment (ACL) in her knee and underwent surgery. Boncher, who holds the career scoring record for soccer in Caledonia and who also is one of the three girls tied for the single season scoring record, was devas­ tated. Nonetheless, she be­ gan workouts, running, strengthening exercises and therapy determined to get back to the sport she so loved. With astonishing quick­ ness. Elise was back to play­ ing indoor soccer and her second love, dance. Then, in March of that year while practicing for the Caledonia Studio's dance recital with other alumni members of that dance troupe, Elise suf­ fered a tom meniscus. A second knee surgery ensued. Following surgery. Elise again spent months in strength training, rehabilita­ tion. physical therapy and more days traveling to class across the large Michigan campus on crutches. She spent the summer running six miles a day and swimming one mile per day in Duncan Lake where she resides with her parents, Fred and Marilou Boncher. That fall Elise tried out and made the U of M Women's Club Soccer Team, a team comprised of other high school all staters, fifth year seniors who had Welcome to — exhausted their four year soccer scholarships, and girls whose love of the game compelled them to make the sacrifices necessary to play at an extremely high level of competition. After contributing to U of M’s victory over Michigan State in the season opener in the fall of 2001, Elisc again re-injured her knee in the second game of the season. Her ACL was torn again and she underwent her third surgery in 14 months. Back to conditioning. Back to physical therapy. ■■I Retreat & Conference Center A place where you can learn, listen, feel, imagine, grow, understand, believe, rest, challenge, relax, simplify, experience, observe, nuture and belong. We specialize in programs designed to meet your needs. • Corporate Retreats • Weddings and Rehearsal Dinners • Family Reunions Birthday Parties Our Lodge is a four season air-conditioned facility with modern bath/shower rooms and infirmary. nil The Dining Room with gas fireplace seats 96 quests. A complete kitchen with an approved YMCA caterer is also available. A large Meeting Room with gas fireplace seats 40 guests. It will also sleep up to 30 when used as a dorm. An additional Conference Room seats 12. a great place for your smaller meetings. CABIN ACCOMODATIONS • 7 Cabins, each with 12 sleeping surfaces • Accommodates youths and adults comfortably. RECREATION Swimming • Boating • 35 Acres of Hiking • Cross Country Skiing & Biking Trails • Outdoor Grill • Campfire Circle • Chapel • Primitive Camping Sites • Private Wilderness Island for Exploring • High Adventure Team Building & Waterfront Activities are offered with Trained Personnel • 50 ft. Climbing Tower • 50 ft. Vertical Ropes Course • Zip Line • 15 Element Island Ropes Maze Course • Low Element Challenge Obstacles • Canoeing • Kayaking • Paddle Boating Come and Experience Camp Algonquin... ...a place where you belong! P.O. Box 252 • 2055 Iroquois Trail Hastings, Michigan 49058 Phone: (269) 945 4574 Fax: (269) 945-2631 Former Fighting Scot Elise Boncher poses with the NIRSA national championship trophy, which she helped the U of M Women’s Soccer Club earn this fall. Back to crutches. Again Elise recovered and by the winter months was playing indoor soccer and returning to dance. By the summer she was playing on a recreational team com­ prised of U of M club team­ mates where she dominated play in her role as center mid-fielder. In the late summer of 2002, Elise and the U of M team began preparing for the upcoming season with the one goal of winning the na­ tional championship. The U of M women ran up to ten miles a day in addition to their regular workouts and scrimmages, vowing to be not only the best skilled, but also the best conditioned team in the country. During the 2002 season, the U of M team scored a to­ tal of 89 goals against only ten for the opposition. Their final season record was 210, earning the team an invi­ tation to the national cham­ pionship tournament under the auspices of NIRSA (the National Intramural Recrea­ tional Sports Association). Sixteen teams from around the country were invited to Bakersfield, California for the tournament. On their way to the na­ tional championship game, the U of M team beat Texas A and M (4-1), Maryland (3-0), James Madison Uni­ versity (1-0), and San Diego State University (1-0). Throughout the tourna­ ment, Michigan and Colo­ rado were the teams to beat. Colorado had ‘been unde­ feated before meeting U of M. Ironically, the nation's two best teams were placed in the same four-team quali­ fying bracket. Two teams from each of the four brack­ ets would qualify to play in the quarter finals, semi fi­ nals and eventually the championship finals game. Colorado and Michigan tied 2-2 in their bracket same. Throughout the entire sea­ son it had been expected that Michigan and Colorado would meet for the national championship. Michigan was confident, however, that the final vic­ tory would be its. Although they had tied Colorado the day before, the members of the maize and blue squad re­ alized that they had domi­ nated Colorado and still had fresh legs at the end of the game given Michigan’s ex­ traordinary depth. Boncher, who had been a commanding offensive per­ former while earning first team All-State honors at Caledonia, was moved to defense by the Michigan coach at the beginning of the season. The team needed Boncher’s flexibility and Boncher accepted this role change. She started every game throughout the season for U of M at defense. In the final game, Elise was pitted one on one against a Colorado forward who stood ten inches taller and weighed 35 pounds more. Rising to the challenge and using her strength and speed, she helped shut down Colorado's productive of­ fense resulting in a 2-1 vic­ tory in the final game of the season for the University of Michigan. Michigan emerged from the grueling test of endur­ ance and wills as the na­ tional champions. Perseverance and hard work had paid off. As Elise and her U of M teammates regard their national cham­ pionship rings over the years, that is a lesson they will all remember. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-12-17.pdf 055361ce94fd5828d38bf566f75a5b43 PDF Text Text You'" Hometown Newspaper Ser/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 51/December 17, 2002 131st year Middleville. Michigan 49333 Caledonia Santa parade welcomes holiday season With the strength imagine how many "I.H." proudly pulls Hewlitt’s family, wife Frosty the Snowman even got in on the action urg­ ing everyone to "Get a cool new style" at Contempo Salon in Caledonia Caledonia’s Santa generally prefers to remain anonymous, but the twinkle in the eye is unmistakable to many who see him around town. (Thanks B.R !) Forum answers artificial turf questions, concerns by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Will dollars set aside in the Thornapple Kellogg schools’ bond issue for ath­ letic field reconstruction be shifted to artificial turf? No decisions were made by the members of the Thor­ napple Kellogg Board of Education at a public forum Dec. 10 on whether the dis­ Forum participants had a chance to look at plans for the athletic fields and the schools dunng the evening. of "I.H." the ox to pull his sled, more toys Santa could deliver. the sleigh carrying owner Rob Belinda, and Cheyenne trict should go out for bids to replace the natural grass field at the football stadium with artificial turf. Architect Tom Mathison first gave an overview of the construction plans for the first phase of the bond issue. Superintendent Kevin Konarska. Athletic Director Mark Uyl and board and construction team member Mary Wenger used a power point presentation to discuss the issue. Konarska made it very clear that this possibility was brought to the board by a resident. He stressed that only funds already approved in the bond issue for the ath­ letic field reconstruction would be included if the de­ cision was made to appri?ve the artificial turf option. Artificial turf was consid­ ered briefly in the early stage planning for the bond issue, but estimates at that time were prohibitively ex­ pensive. in the $700,000 to $850,000 range. Recently the district heard from a manufacturer who gave the district an estimate of $450,000. Wenger discussed the construction team process as they consulted with compans representatives and sought input from the archi- See turf questions pg. 2 At right: Boy Scout Troop #202 had the perfect opportu­ nity for some fund-raising - Christmas wreaths at the Santa Claus parade (from left) Patrick Markee, 12, CMS sixth grade; Ryan Fleischmann, 13, seventh-grader at Dutton Christian; and Scout Leader Fred Fleisch­ mann. Bottom right: Santa himself couldn’t have conjured up any cuter little helpers than these two Giri Scouts. by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer A balmy 33 degrees greeted parade goers last Saturday during Caledonia’s Santa Claus Parade. There were a few more red noses in the crowd besides Rudolph, but the icy winds and snow showers of years past decided to stay in Jack Frost’s bag until later. A festive holiday crowd gathered up and down Main Street to watch for Santa Claus, listen to some merry musip and catch up with family and friends. The parade started and ended with members of the .American Legion Post #305, sponsors of the parade. As is tradition, several members were front line at the parade, carrying the flag. Other members brought up the rear to pass out bags of candy to •Irttie ones. In This Issue Design workshop gives ‘feeling’ of Middleville future Holly Trolley to return to Middleville Dec. 22 Caledonia considers request to abandon street easement Yankee Springs Board hears dredging dispute �Page 2/The Sun and News, Middleville. Mi/December 17. 2002 Turf questions, continued from page 1 tects and construction firm working with the district. He pointed out that the bond plan included correct­ ing the drainage problems at the football stadium, exten­ sive work on the varsity soc­ cer field, including drainage, relocation of the field, bleachers and lights. The to­ tal for this work is more than $400,000. The Michigan High School Athletic Association would like to see varsity soccer games played at 7 p.m. at night so more people can attend games. This means there needs to be lights. Tickets must be sold for games as well, which means some sort of fence would have to be con­ structed, this cost is not in­ cluded in the budget. Uyl has spent the last seven weeks researching the artificial turf issue. He has met with company represen­ tatives. talked with schools that use artificial turf from Michigan to Texas. He also created mock schedules to see if both the varsity football and soccer teams could practice and play on one field. Using the two fields in the original plan, there would be a total of 88 days of use. If the artificial turf option was approved, the football sta­ dium would be used on at least 205 dates during the year. ' Scheduling would be a little tricky,” Uyl said. “It would be easier with two fields, but this option does provide lots of benefits. Among the benefits Uyl pointed out were the ability of the band to use the field for practice, instead of the parking lot. The soccer team would get to practice on artificial turf for those away games played on the artificial grass, use of the football field by the junior varsity, freshmen and 78er teams without damaging it and community use of the field. MOVIE OUTPOST Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, Caledonia 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Open Christmas & New Years • Gift Baskets movie OUTPOST • Gift Certificates i Rent One Movie or Game and • get a second rental FREE • Reservations on Movies • Previewed Movies & Games • Games, Players & Accessories I with this coupon. I [ Offer good at Caledonia location | I Sunday thru Thursday a Caledonia staff wishes I I Free rental of equal or lessor value. One coupon per visit. you a safe and happy I _ Holiday Season! f Expires 1/6/03 Product Id: SunAd I I | I There is also the possibil­ ity that the field could be rented to groups from out­ side the community. Questions from the audi­ ence included injury rates, maintenance costs, replace­ ment costs, and others. Some in the audience were parents of soccer play­ ers. Many discussed their experience playing on artifi­ cial turf both at indoor and outdoor facilities. Some also discussed the time it takes to establish a soccer field and the cost to maintain it in­ cluding restricting use to keep a natural field in good shape. If the district should de­ cide to shift the funds al­ ready allocated for athletic field renovations, there would still be some funds needed to pay for the instal­ lation of the turf. Uyl explained that main­ tenance costs would go down significantly with arti­ ficial turf, saving the district up to $10,000 per year since the turf needs only about $200 a year to maintain. Fees from soccer games, the athletic boosters and others would help keep the district funds healthy enough to set aside for future improve­ ments. Konarska stressed that “doing what was best for kids” was the most impor­ tant element of this process. He also stressed that funds from academic areas would not be used to underwrite the cost of the artificial turf. Uyl will continue to do more research and may travel to Connecticut to see how the turf survives winter weather. Konarska invites any resi­ dents with questions or com­ ments on this issue to call him at 795-3313. The full board may take up this issue in January. If the decision is made to consider artificial turf, the district will go out for bids on the project. All the ‘A’ clues given for Middleville riddle contest by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tom DeVries, pastor of the Middleville Christian Reformed Church has de­ cided on a slightly new for­ mat for posting the clues in the Middleville riddle con­ test. This past week had the wind rewriting some of the clues or the sign board icing over so he couldn't post the clues. The contest began on Oct. 30 and will end when someone finds the key to a treasure worth approxi­ mately $250 donated by lo­ cal businesses. This week all the A clues have been distributed to the sponsors and are printed at the end of this article. Next week if no one solves the puzzle and finds the treasure the entire list of “B” clues providing helpful hints to the “A” clues will be pub­ lished. Contest forms are at the participating sponsors Fam­ ily Trax Video, Middleville Parts Plus, Mid Town Cafe, Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn, Tires 2000, 4 Star Video, TK Kitchen, Middleville market Place, Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Prizes include a portable CD player, gift certificates, free Cosmic bowing, a tur­ key and 5 one ounce silver bars. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. Here are all A clues: Clue 1 A: “Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” Clue 2A: How many pic­ tures of the stars from the north wall give their stares? Clue 3 A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Clue 4A: “When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to stay.” Clue 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your land yachts to be repaired by me? Clue 6A: Gustav Holst he knew me not. But Walt Dis­ ney used my name a lot. Clue 7A: How many strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 8A: As they visit my small hidden cave, “Coffee please,” many do say. But how many mugs are tied to grid that so few notice as they stay. Clue 9A: How many parts, did the father of psy­ chology say. makes every person what he is today? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be. for me to strike the wood I see ? Clue 11 A: In our three part name many letters you see, but there are no prickers in what we give thee. Clue 12A: When did a great general finish his term and brash youngster next take the turn? Clue 13A: If a local news tale you would share, the last number of seven is needed here. Clue 14A: How many clams in which to lie, so you to Florida need not fly? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, which you can take home for all to view? Clue 17A: Any fool can make a poem, you sec, but only God can Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads Kevin’s Draperies & Fine Furniture Curves is 30-minute • Custom Design Show room • Over 30 Years Experience fitness, commonsense weight loss, and all • Shop at Home Service the support you need • Full Service & Installation in Your Home to achieve your goals • Full Line of Hunter Douglas Products • Sunscreen Shades. 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During the November workshop, participants seemed to want to recall a time in the village of be­ tween 1880 and 1910. using the examples of the St. James Hotel and the Ma­ sonic Temple. The new Stagecoach Park is influenc­ ing area developments as well. The Downtown Develop­ ment Authority will use ideas and architects' sugges­ tions to develop a facade easement program. Winter Troutwine and Associates will continue to work with the DDA on guidelines that may eventually become or­ dinances. For now. these ideas will be passed on to developers interested in both properties along Main Street and M-37. The architects revealed their ideas for both sides of Main Street. On the north side there is more to work with and the architects ech­ oed many of the ideas from the workshop participants. The south side of the street was where the archi­ tect’s imagination took MILLER MEANS... Middleville & Gun I-ake Area Office 317 Arlington, Middleville, MI flight. There are towers, re­ tail spaces, fun windows and much to think about. Winter told the partici­ pants. “this should give a feeling for the future. What it will look like will have lots to do with the develop­ ers own ideas, but this is a starling point." At the moment none of the existing facades needs rehabilitation, which will give the DDA time to work Mlbuds Ckwdmas Jtud V GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR HIM ✓ GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR HER FREE DOLLARS added to Gift Certificate as our gift to you! (tie can Mail a Utile hcliday magic (ch that hfucial pthhen Spa Pedicures, Manicures, Precision Hair Cuts & Styles a Jull Stwuni C rnftm/jciaiy Sato* the intiM tamilij Caledonia Village centre 891-1093 Miller REAL ESTATE (269)795-3305 Kay Stolsonburg GRI.CRS. 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Gorgeous home setting on over 4 beautiful acres 5 bedrooms. 3-1/2 baths, master suite wextra room for of f<e ex nursery. walkout basement barn and much more' Call Kay or Craig $219,900 FOR MORE MIDDLEVILLE, GUN LAKE AND CALEDONIA AREA PROPERTIES, PI FASF SEE OUR ADS ON PAGE 2 OF THE REMINDER, IN THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS, THE HOMES DIGEST AND THE PENASEE GLOBE. �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 17. 2002 Snowmobile complaints made public by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The first snow brought out the snowmobiles and with them the first com­ plaints of the season. Wes VanRhee of Davis Road attended the Dec. 9 Thornapple Township Board meeting to ask for help con­ trolling the snowmobiles which travel down his road between the two parts of the snowmobile trail. “I am really concerned about the safety of the 40 households which live along this road and the school buses which use it." he told board members. VanRhee explained that because the snowmobile as­ sociation w as not able to ob­ tain permission to cross pri­ vate property, the trail ends at Davis Road and Cherry Valley and then resumes about a half mile west on Davis. “Last year snowmobilers drove much faster than was safe along Davis Road. 1 tried talking to the sheriffs department and the Road Commission but the prob­ lems continued." VanRhee said the sher­ iff's department told him that snowmobiles can use the shoulders of all county See snowmobiles, pg. 10 (ftfcunM ctyndwu* LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Ltiing Church - Serving a Liling Lord Morning Worship . ,9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 10 35 a m. Sunday School .............. .10:50 a m. Evening Praise 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Family Night 6:30 p.m 7240 68lh Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kerin Stiles C 0 M M U I I I I CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9 JO 8 11-00 am. Youth Ministry ............... 891-0576 Now meeting h our new building at 117$ Broadmoor1 Rev Mu hue I Stowell. lead Pastor Joe Cip, u . Worship leader Denns ftouma, Youth Pastor Chunh Office 616-891 0287 Visit our web site www brightside.org CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • ’95-9726 Brute N. Slewart. Senior PaMor Tim A. Vine. A.wL PaMor Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart, CE Children's Pastor Sunday School Sunday .Morning Worship Server Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945 a m 1100 am 600 p.m. . 6:45 pm 6:45 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service 10:00 a m. Sunday School .11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Worship............... . 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................................ 11:00a.m. Adult Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Rev. E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 1664 N M-37 Highway Middleville. MI 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School...................... ................... 9:45 a m. Morning Worship.................................. 11:0() a m Evening Worship.................................. 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6:00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed. 9:30 a m. Thurs. GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God 10 AM Sunday Morning Sunday Worship............................ 9:30 a m. and 6.00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scoa Greenway, Pastor Keith Siulp. Youth Director Al Tiemeyer. Community Calling Services at 9 30 a m and 6 p.m. 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Whitneyville Rif A Church for today’s world Spirit-filled family Church. R^v P Adams Pfone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6ch grade Sr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .500 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49MB • 795 7903 Meeting you. your friends, and your family - right w here you 're at - through: Rdevam Messages Dynamic Musk Qualits Child Care and Programs Worship Hours 900 a m and 1030 tm ®I)£ ®Ui tEime iRetljoliigt (Eljiird) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Ml 49302 Sunday SchooL10:00a.m. Morning Worship.,.11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor _______ Phone 868-6437 CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 4 Worship Senkts 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m Sunday School 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship p ,n t Nursery available throughout Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 Church Office 616 8918669 • Fax 891-8648 wuu caledoniaunv, org 8146 68m St near Whrtneyv«e Ave Church School. Sunday Community Church A PUcr for Famih A Friends 6201 Whitney stile Avenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 930am Sunday School for Ai! Ages 10 45 a m Evening Worship 600pm Peatoe Roger Buhman • Church Office SAB-0391 WWW lakeMdccooanunay «g Morning Woe snip Fellowship ’ J Dwaic-d in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and l-»2nd Avenue 945am Praise Singing X 10 50 a m 1! <.». _ n. ' 3C p m pasJor E C Frizzell Church Ph. 6I6-868-6S10 • Pas;. ' s P> 6/6497-674 ^CHURCH Lakeside Community of C^ri$t Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION I IClXCl --------- ■--------* Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 94A-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hustwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Misvovn Syruxl Comer of 54th St and Kraft tn Caledonia 1 mile west of M-37 Traditional Service 530 AM Acoustic Praise 8r Worship Service ’ 100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 9:4 5 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Office Phone 591XrZX New' Check out our new web site SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave Wayland. Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (mirtbtofsf Gun Litre> Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m 9:30 a.m Mass at St. Ihetese Church in Wayland while renovations are being made ______________ 792-2889____________ THORNAPPLE BIBLE CHI IRC’I I Preaching the Living Word Serving lhe Risen Lord Sunday School ............................. 9:30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) C urrently meeting at: Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee Pormetee Morning Woahp 930 0 m IAddtevle Morrvng MxsNp Sunday School (Adults) Nurse<y • Gode 5 Sf - Sun Evening Jr. High - Grades 6S **ed Evening 1100 a m 9 45 am 1100 am 600-800pm 600-7 30 pm Rei Lee Zachman Church Office P»x>ne - 795-9266 WAYFARER. 250 Vine Street ( M-37 to Emmons to Vine ifo :: Candle d(hrtdsusJaephiCMdit fee M Uhnstmas lit - Caste d Ckmte* (ami i CmA 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion www.StPaulCaledonia.org "A Chun h with a caring heart for our community and the world" Chunh Offke (616)891-1512 M-37 at 100th Si 2415 McCann Rd. (In Irving) Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev. Tom DeVries, Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W. Main Street (Missouri Synod) < MatiAfeiA Nunio Escncnf SrtXKr Hf Fnrai- Pre xhackXL Aduk Btfie xuh - Yedne<b-. tAKJOjEVD.fatal • NOOit (61618914(028 • e-mail k^h M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery & children’s activities during ail services. Programs for ail ages For more information (616) 891-8119 •tf * * Deacechurch.ee mu/Seduce Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 9 30 am Christian Education Hour HOOaxn Wednesday J Eaurih Night 5:45-&00 pn M Hilknan Youth Pastor Band Enkvx) 69s 1 Hanna Lak Avenue Catafenu 616-698-8d.il rtdeemiT^iyenjiet tnea^deemerccnenar!! ^i^ ____ - d Ar fMaythai Csmmttm OMdks dJtouKt community Church Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web silt ww^wqyfqrercc WHITNEYVILLE Bible Church 8546 Whtneyv e Ave at 84tr. St • "The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Lord" Meeting at Caledonia High School SuxwyScnoc 9 30 am Syxxr, »9onrc . 1030 am ‘Aeetvg at crocel on M*neyv«e Ave G/w, Evenrg Torino 600 p m Aea Moweev >ayer & Esbe Study 7Q0pm -< '-ora S..: kcr xsr^j Assoc Aecre ^eyvueotbe ora �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 17 2002/Page 5 Christmas Eve services filled with candles, song During this holiday sea­ son live Nativities and spe­ cial services are planned in churches around the area. St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Caledonia is at the comer of Kraft Avenue and 84th Street. Special services include two Christ­ mas Eve candlelight serv­ ices. one at 7 p.m. and the other at 11 p.m. The Christmas Day serv­ ice on Wednesday. Dec. 25 begins at 10 a.m. The United Methodist Church of Middleville has a jam packed schedule this month. On Thursday. Dec. 19 the United Methodist Women will hold their candlelight service at 7 p.m. This will include a business meeting and induction of officers for 2003. On Sunday, the Holly Trolley returns to Mid­ dleville from 5-8 p.m. The trolley stop is at the church and special music and a God Squad Puppet Show will be held in the church. Outside the Live Nativity begins at 6 p.m. Live Nativ­ ity programs will be held on Dec. 23 and 24 from 6 - 8 p.m. The Christmas Eve serv­ ice will begin at 11 p.m. The United Methodist Church in Parmalee will hold a special Carol Sing for Christmas on Sunday. Dec. Santa and his musical friends will welcome riders to the Holly Trolley Sunday. Dec 22. from 5 to 8 p.m. Holly Trolley to return to Middleville Dec. 22 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Holly Trolley will re­ turn Io Middleville Sunday evening, Dec. 22, giving rides to see the decorations from 5 to 8 p.m. The Holly Trolley stop is still the United Methodist Church. Marianne Fritchcr. organizing the event, sug­ gests families with young children come earlier, just in case the really cold weather returns. "Santa and seasonal mu­ sic will accompany the trol­ ley rides.” Fritchcr says. Trolley rides are $1 for adults and 50 cents for chil­ dren. While waiting for the trol­ ley music, a performance of the God’s Squad puppeteers and refreshments will be available in the church base­ ment. The Mill Pond Condo­ minium office will be open that evening and developer Jcrrel DeKok invites resi­ dents to stop by. warm up a little and even enjoy a cookie. “We will be here to wish everyone happy holi­ days and will be happy to answer questions about Mill Pond.” "We couldn’t do this without community sup­ port.” Fritcher says. “Chart well Food Service. Phil’s Pizza and the Middlevilla Inn make this a wonderful event for everyone to enjoy. 22 at 7 p.m. The Leighton Church Candlelight Christmas Eve Service is scheduled for 7 p.m. Leighton is located at 4189 Second Street at the comer of 142nd Street. A nursery is provided. For more information call 8918028. The Middleville Christian Reformed Church, at 708 W. Main Street, has planned a special service on Sunday. Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. The high school students will present a short play, there are sev­ eral special musical numbers are planned and the lighting of candles. The theme of the evening is “Letting Our Light Shine.” On Christmas morning. Dec. 25 the day starts with a free breakfast beginning at 8:45 a m. Everyone is in­ vited to the breakfast and then invited to attend the Christmas morning service at 10 a.m. This is a Christ­ mas worship service of les­ sons and carols in the Euro­ pean style and the choir will sing. Any churches who would like to have Christmas eve. Christmas Day or New Years events added to this calendar on a space avail­ able basis should e-mail their information to Patricia Johns. jadnews(n voyager.net or fax it to her attention at 9455192. The deadline for in­ formation is 5 p.m. Thurs­ day Dec. 19. lecsntfc OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville (nwt row»n*//4) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment! Paul Lutheran Churc^ In Caledonia at Kraft and 84th Street (one mile west of M-37) 616-891-8688 Invites you to join us as we celebrate Christmas! Special Christmas services: New this year is the tree in the Stagecoach Gazebo. This is a cooperative effort between the township, vil­ lage. alternative education students and the Thomapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. Call 945-9554or 1-808-870-7085 for Sun a News KTIOH-Ms! Call anytime.. 24 hours a day. 1 days a week Christmas Eve 7 PM - Candlelight Service Christmas Eve 11 PM - Candlelight Service Christmas Day 10AM New Years Eve 7 PM Sunday worship services Traditional Service 8:30 AM Acoustic Praise & Worship Service 11:00 AM Sunday School A Adult Bible Study 9:45 AM Wednesday Worship Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service ' Christmas Eve gervice | ! 7 P.M. * NURSERY PROVIDED * |t 7 P.M. (on the corner of 2* and 142**) (616) 891-8028 y 1 www. StPaulCaledonia.org 7 �Page 6/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 17, 2002 VanWeelde-Smith united in marriage TK financial aid night set The guidance department at Thornapple Kellogg High Schoo! will be host for a Fi­ nancial Aid Night Tuesday. Jan. 7, in the auditorium for all interested parents or guardians of seniors and juniors planning to attend college or university after high school. Beginning at 7 p.m. David Stcffcc. director of fi­ nancial aid at Aquinas Col­ lege. will present informa­ tion and answer questions concerning available finan­ cial aid, loans and the com­ pletion of financial aid forms. All parents and high school seniors and juniors with questions or concerns are invited to attend. For more information about this event call the TK High School guidance office at 795-5428. Engagements McQueen-Mingerink to wed David and Shellie Mc­ Queen of Middleville and Ken and Sally Mingennk of Shelbyville arc pleased to announce the engagement of their children Angela Joy and Corey Benjamin. Angela is a 1998 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School, and a 2002 graduate of Western Michigan Uni­ versity with a bachelors in secondary education. Corey is a 1998 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School, and 2(X)2 graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelors and masters in package engineering. \ A 45th anniversary will be celebrated on December 20. 2002 by Reverend Charles and Elsie Doornbos of Gun Lake. A family dinner will be held in Zeeland, hosted Dec. 20 by daughter Lisa and husband Daniel Heneveld. Their children are Charles and Jackie Doornbos of Beaverdam, Ned Doornbos of Coop­ ersville and Tony and Jocelyn Doornbos of Coop­ ersville. Their ten grandchildren will also attend. A Jan­ uary ski trip to Utah and south into Arizona will com­ plete the celebration. Local libraries set holiday hours A Feb. I. 2003 wedding is being planned. < |IV& 1010x1 m Charles and Elsie Doornbos to celebrate 45th anniversary a IlJe *ve wwy 5 k fl II 795-88". Area libraries will be closed during the holiday season, but will be open as well. In Caledonia the local li­ brary will close on Tuesday, Dec. 24, at 6 p.m. It will be closed on Wednesday, Christmas Day and reopen for its regular hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 26, 27 and 28. The library is open from 2 until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, and will be closed on Wednesday. New Year’s Day. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 2, 3 and 4. For information about the Caledonia library call 616647-3840. The library is lo­ cated at 240 Emmons St. in Caledonia. The Freeport Library will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 25, and Wednesday. Jan. 1. It will be open its Jhornapple Massage Clinic Gentle massage for stress if relief migraine & tension t headache, sports massage, warm hand wax dip for arthritis and aroma therapy Hours by appointment Evening & Saturday wCertificates^l ^appointments available jS make great ^.Christmas Pat Bowerman, • Registered Nurse. ^Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 161^-838-3084 9426 Spring Creek CL \U37, Middleville MI 49333 regular hours both weeks. The Freeport Library is open Monday from 1 to 8 p.m., Thursday 1 to 8, Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 to 11 a.m. For more infor­ mation, call 616-765-5181. The library is located in the Freeport Community Center at 209 South State St. in Freeport. The Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Li­ brary will be closed Tues­ days and Wednesdays dur­ ing both weeks of the winter break. It will be open on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thurs­ days from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For information about the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library, call 795-5434. Engraved bricks still available Walkers and other visitors to the Reclaimed Spirit Sculpture on Main Street near the site of the former Thomapple Kellogg Middle School can be seen staring at their feet as they read the names in the brick river. Bricks are still available to be purchased and en­ graved with a name or brief message. The bricks are $25 each and can contain up to three lines of 13 characters each. For an order form or in­ formation call the admini­ stration building at 7953313 or stop by during busi­ ness hours from 8 a m. to 4:30 p.m. Bricks will be installed this spring. Sheila Beth VanWeelde, daughter of Tom and Beth VanWeelde of Jenison and Adam David Smith, son of David and Debra Smith of Middleville were united in marriage on March 16, 2002 at Fairhaven Ministries in Hudsonville at 4:00 in the afternoon. Pastor Lewis Vandemeer officiated. The bride wore a white, full length, sleeveless em­ pire cut gown, embroidered on the bodice and hem, a chapel length veil and tiara. The flower theme was of white roses and white tulips. The groom wore a black tux with silver vest and black tie. The matron of honor was Katie Henry, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids included Becky VanWeelde and Jena VanWeelde, sisters of the bride. Sara Pohler, Carrie White, and Marcia Ortego, all friends of the bride. The girls wore full length, sleeveless cobalt blue dress­ es and long gloves of the same color. The best man was Weston Bustraan. friend of the groom. Groomsmen includ­ ed Aaron Smith, brother of the groom. Jeff Vanhouten. David Strout, Dan Camp­ bell. friends of the groom and Nick Henry brother-inlaw of the bride. The groomsmen wore formal black tuxes with silver vests and silver ties. The reception was held at the Lincoln Lake Country Club. The couple honey­ mooned in Traverse City, Michigan and now reside in Grand Rapids. Call 945-9554 to place an ad in the Sun & News. Dad has spent sixty years working the farm and now he has trouble remembering how to start the tractor. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’&dementia care. • 24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podia trie Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management 7 C \wMaivn_ ft ado tvs l^t 'aement OUMaw 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Living & Specialized Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 § �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 17. 2002/Page 7 Caledonia Education Foundation showcases results of past grants types of learning styles caution for saving informa­ when they use the hand­ tion) and to their teacher for helds. i.e. linguistic and spa­ checking and grading. The students also demonstrated tial. Cassandra Zeitler and Ra­ how their original stories chel Betts demonstrated how and illustrations were actu­ the students use the hand­ ally turned into a finished helds for “free write” and product booklet for print. “beaming” schoolwork to Continued next page each other (as an added pre- Koiisigiiniciit * Christmas Dresses * Infant’s * Childrens * Women’s * Men’s * Plus Sizes * Maternity * Accessories * Shoes * Evening Gowns L * Hand Crafted Jewelry Emmons Lake teacher Todd DeJong and fifth-grader Alex Kuck show how to download a photograph that they took of the attending CEF audience from the digi­ tal camera in a hand-held computer, which DeJong's class uses with help from a grant from CEF. by ( athy L. Rueter Staff Writer The Caledonia Education Foundation held its annual meeting last month to show­ case results, of grants pre- <£n Moving efflemory Of Eric Chad ‘Degroote March 29th, 1977- December 19th 1991 We remember your smde, and all of your jokes, and the happy laugh you had. The soccer games and trumpet tunes, and hunting with your dad, Dune buggy rides with your brother Jeff, and shooting hoops with Chris... And kicking goals at Tyden park with Lynnette, your loving “sis" I miss ping pong, tailing. TV and fun... and reacting the Bible with you , son. Hearing you tali of your Lord whom yon love... And I know that you're with Him in your new home above. Vow niece and your nephews talk about you.. How they’I get to meet you when this We is through. We I see von again in our home in the sky, For we al know, Eric you realy didn't (tie. You now ive in heaven and wait for as there. Til we see you agaui. sweet memories we'l share. For remembering makes present and past become one.Cause when we remember, the past is not done. Remembenng al the great fanWy fun Still keeps you with us, dear brother and sou WE MISS YOU' WE RE SO PROUD TO BE YOUR FAMILY (luted Dec.24,26,2b Closing New Year’s, Ike. 81, at 3 p.m. ^^Cloeed New Year’s Du\-^^ Brian Kersey was introduced as the new treasurer for the Caledonia Education Foundation at the annual meeting in November. CHILDREN \S PI A Y AREA ! 9175 Glen Valley Retail Centerjnght on M 37) 616-891-2418 or 1-888-829-5919 Hows Mon-Fn 10 am -6 pm. Sat 10 am-3 pm sented to programs and their normal day of learning with this technology. Stu­ groups in the past. The CEF was established dents use several different in 1998 with the mission to support educational excel­ lence in the Caledonia area. The foundation provides funding, in the form of grants, for ‘ exceptional edu­ cational programs that would not otherwise be un­ derwritten by Caledonia Community Schools.” CEF Vice President Kathy Jackson, who has been a part of group since its inception, introduced Em­ mons Lake Elementary fifth grade teacher Todd DeJong. DeJong’s class was a past recipient of a grant from CEF to purchase hand-held personal computers — better known to some as palm pi­ lots.’ DeJong said he was ex­ cited to introduce several of his students who have bene­ fited from the grant by study­ ing with the hand-helds. The students provided quick les­ sons. much of which was completely new to the audi­ ence. in how they go about 5.224 [Need we say more?) 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Ml/December 17. 2002 Hall and Russell spoke to nity member Ellen Wilder was introduced, along with those attending the CEF an­ CHS students Pete Hall and nual meeting about the Jill Russell. The three famil­ seminar they attended with iarized the audience with in­ Phillips. Through brain­ formation about a grant that storming and group discus­ ended up “birthing” two sions they received a lot of feedback, much of which community-based teams. Approximately two years they found enlightening. “One of the discussions 1 ago an effort was started, remember was about with Wilder spearheading the endeavor, to gather in­ smiles.” said Russell. She Beautiful 10.62-acre formation about and gener­ went on to explain how ate interest for a community much a smile can affect peo­ Wooded Build Site! recreational pool. During ple. The students and adults talks with the YMCA. 10.62 This beautiful wooded parcel Wilder discovered that the attending the Phillips semi­ is privately located at the end of Acres group is based on “The 40 nar learned about the impor­ a cul-de-sac on a private road. Developmental Assets.” A tance of community. Asset categories included Lots of wildlife, potential walk-out grant was presented to the site! Conventional perk on file. group to bring speaker Rick support and empowerment, boundaries and expectations, Located off of Solomon Road Phillips to the area. Besides near Parmalee. S65.000 the usual assortment of constructive use of time and 371 91 adults, students from both positive values. Phillips was asked back the regular and alternative Call education arena were invited for a 2 1/2-day program in­ Tim Forell **rproperties com to have a more well rounded volving 30 students from the middle school. 616-813-5244 cross-section of the youth in The information and ex­ the community. citement garnered from these talks was so powerful that, not only has the original idea of the commu­ nity pool and recreation center been pushed for­ ward. but another whole group was formed — Cale­ donia Asset Builders. (More in­ formation about this group will be taken up in an up­ coming issue of the Sun and News.) Information about the CMS Wood Duck project was updated by a four-year participant, Kevin Schiefla. The wood duck nesting boxes are built by hand, put New evening hours • We welcome all ages up and periodically checked and cleaned by students vol­ unteering for the project. Call for your appointment ... Approximately 100 students have participated in the pro­ 9958 Cherry Valley Ave., M-37 SE gram since it was started, with a grant from CEF. Caledonia, Michigan About 110 nesting boxes From previous page Twenty-six units were available for DeJong’s class with help from the grant. Students in his class can use the hand-helds to take digi­ tal pictures, get information for graphs, keep duty logs. and record information — all of which they will use when they go to “the pond" for a field study in the near future (just one of the many times that DeJong’s class uses the devices). After DeJong and Compa­ ny’s presentation, commu- Family Dentistry of Caledonia Invites you to come in and meet... Gary Scott, DDS Accepting new patients 891 -0004 Shop all you want, but you won’t find the perfect Christmas gift in any store. Diana Milock and Scott Rowley, were among several thanked for their past work and commitment to the Caledonia Education Foundation have been placed. It was es­ timated that 31% of the boxes were used the first nesting season, with ap­ proximately 22% of the eggs hatching. Roughly 384 chicks have hatched so far. with the help of these boxes. Not always used by wood ducks, the boxes still pro­ vide a viable learning expe­ rience to the projects volun­ teers. “Each year has been more successful.” said Schiefla. The group‘also helps out in nature, many learn to shoot skeet, as well as pro­ moting the safety of hunting. Brian Kersey was intro­ duced as the new treasurer of CEF. He reported, to few people’s surprise, that due to the poorly performing stock market, there was a 6% loss on the endowment fund, but with a bit of humor he inter­ jected, “The good news is, it wasn’t worse.” Several people, including two who were on hand for the meeting — Scott Rowley and Diana Milock. were thanked for their past work and commitment to the foundation. Angie Gould and Lindsey Anderson, from the CHS Orchestra, provided a musi­ cal accompaniment to the so­ cial and appetizer time be­ fore the meeting. The foundation is a “notfor-profit, tax-exempt corpo­ ration governed by a volun­ teer-based board of direc­ tors” of community mem­ bers and leaders. According to information provided by CEF. the foun­ dation was established as an endowment and only the in­ vestment income is used to fund grant requests. All do­ nations arc lax deductible Requests for grant support can be made by any individ­ ual or group, with special consideration given to initia­ tives that promote school, business, and community re­ sources working together Io enhance educational oppor­ tunities for students attend­ ing Caledonia Community Schools. For more information about or to make a contribu­ tion to CEF. contact them at 616-752-8516 or CEF. P.O. Box 353, Caledonia. Ml 49316-0353 AA & AL-ANON Caledonia - 100th and M 37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m.; Wednesdays 5:30 p.m and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (AlAnon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. People Like Us Like Timber Ridge “This is our little comer of the world. Definitely a good investment. 4 Jim & Mary Johnson, empty-nesters 616-942-4910 The best Christmas gift didn t come from a store. It came from God. Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main St., Middleville Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m. • Christmas Morning 10:00 a.m. • New Year’s Eve 7:00 p.m. «»ardar»yrtm cmi Ttt> t Tlwr», 12-5 1—; 1-«* wH ***atot»e«t Mt* to Ratotaw's EM MayfieM to Greea Valley ■ One- & two- bedroom homes, some with walkout & daylight basements ■ New construction / the latest in efficiency & convenience ■ Floor plans, 1,084 to 2,184 sq. ft. of easy-living space ■ Fully maintained, including snow removal & under­ ground sprinkling. ■ Private wooded setting just north of Caledonia, a friend­ ly rural community ■ Great location...close to area shops & businesses ® Timber Ridge Condominiums AVVARDJJ ’ROPERTIES �The Sun and News. Middleville. Mi/December 17. 2002/Page 9 Helping hands campaign ends today Jack Richard Baker----LAWRENCEVILLE, GA. - Jack Richard Baker, age 49, devoted husband, father, son and brother, passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, December 9, 2002 at his suburban Atlanta home. Born March 3, 1953 in Grand Rapids, MI to Jack L. and Alberta (Williams) Baker, Jack R. was raised in the Middleville area, graduating from Thomapple-Kellogg High School in 1971. A 1975 graduate of Western Michigan University, he was a division vicepresident for Georgia Casuality. Preceding Jack in death was his father. Jack L. Baker; maternal grandparents, Raymond and Georgia Williams and paternal grandparents, Eli and Allie Baker; father-inlaw, Charles Ganss. Ixft behind to mourn the loss of this gentle and kind man who so completely loved his family are his Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! ff, |l ■ II III J wife, Annalisa (Ganss); 3 precious daughters, Lauren. Alexandra and Allie, all at home, parents. Alberta and B Jack Hooper, sisters. Sandra and Dave Van El st. Ranee and Michael Bart all of Middleville; adoring nieces and nephews, cousins; mother-in-law, Maryann Ganss of Manistee; sister-in-law, Barbara (Ganss) Schubert, brothers-in-law, Charles Ganss, William and Terri Ganss and many friends throughout the United States. Cremation has taken place. Memorial celebration of Jack's life was held Saturday. December 14, 2002 at Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville, Mi. Arrangements were by Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. The student council at the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School hopes to surpass the contributions raised last year in the Kids Caring for Kids “Helping Hands" campaign. Last year the school com­ munity raised more than $3000 for programs at DeVos Children's Hospital. This year’s goal is $5000. Advisor Christy Wierenga says, “there were so many contributions last year, we ran out of hands.” Students are bringing in contributions of $1 for “hands” or “megaphones” at $5 from their family and friends. The winning class will receive a pizza party but it is helping others which is most important. Wierenga says. Anyone who would like to help with this campaign can drop off a contribution at the middle school during school hours today, Tues­ day, Dec. 17. COME VISIT S4NTA M THE BANK! Santa will be at the main office of Hastings City Bank on Tuespay, December /oth anp Thurspay. December /?th FROM 2.50 - 4:30 PM! JOIN THE FUN! Bank Here for You Since 1886 Hastings City Bank “At Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise.” Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Teresa Heide. “Kids know when people really care for them and my kids like the people at Pennock. Pennock’s emergency staff and physicians like Dr. Wilgus really understand kids. They ease their fears, and make time to thoroughly care for my kids’ special needs. They even call us at home to follow up on our progress. I was bom at Pennock, our kids were bom there, too. 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Mi/December 17, 2002 FENSCO wins approval, but restrictions applied by Patricia Johns Staff Writer FENSCO finally has re­ ceived approval from the Thomapple Township Board to operate its asphalt plant. The board approved the recommendations sent to Whimsical Wednesday program will be Dec. 18 The December musical play group “Whimsical Wednesday” will perform from 10 to 11 a m. Dec. 18 in room 107 of the Thornap­ ple Kellogg Learning Center next to McFall Elementary. Anne Krebil director of the Bright Beginnings, Par­ ents as Teachers program, sponsor, suggests preregis­ tering. Call 795-3397 to register. them by the township’s Planning Commission. A committee has been working for months on a forbearance agreement. Darrell Fenstermacher had purchased the troubled Wolverine Asphalt company in 2001. The forbearance agree­ ment approved by the Plan­ ning Commission includes an agreement that the com­ pany cease operations in 2013 or 2015, if certain con­ ditions are met. The com­ pany will operate from 7 a m. to 6 p.m. Monday DEAR BARRY COUNTY. HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER FACULTY & STAFF THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING MONDAY, DEC. 23 until THURSDAY. JAN. 2nd WINTER/SPRING SEMESTER CLASSES START ON OR AFTER JANUARY 13th Visit KCC online at: www.kellogg.edu for full schedules at all locations NEW DM CLASS SECTIONS ADDED AT THE FC: HUMANIT1ES/SOC1AL SCIENCE (MACRAO-eligible) RELIGIOUS HISTORY (HIST 106) 3 cr. Steve Youngs PHILOSOPHY OF ETHICS (PHIL 202) 3 cr. Steve Chamley through Friday. 7 a m. until tract. He stressed that there tional requests were denied. In other business, the noon on Saturday, with no are stringent penalties for township also voted to sever non-compliance. Sunday work. the October 1999 develop­ Before the board voted at­ The company also will purchase a $1 million liabil­ torney Jim Tillman, repre­ ment agreement with HS ity insurance policy and de­ senting FENSCO. asked the Development for a project posit $1,000 in a special board to consider some on Adams Road. A second other provisions, such as the development company is in­ township fund. Geoff Moffatt will over­ ability to operate at night on terested in the property and see compliance of the con­ a limited basis. All the addi- will have to come before the Planning Commission with its plans. Two arrested, charged with Caledonia Twp. man's murder Ryan Parrish. 22, from Alto and Wendy Dye, 20, from Arkansas, who were arrested on weapons charges in Lake Odessa Nov. 23. have subsequently been charged in the Kent County 63rd District Court in Cas­ cade for the Nov. 16 murder of Carl Sherington, 72, of Caledonia Township. Dye was charged Nov. 27 and Parrish was charged Dec. 12. His preliminary hearing has been scheduled for Dec. 26. No bond was set. According to a Kent County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment press release. Shering­ ton was found by relatives shot to death inside his home Nov. 16. He had been the victim of an unreported armed robbery a few weeks earlier. Dye and Parrish had been in the area during the time of the shooting. Both Dye and Parrish had been involved in the bur­ glary of guns from a store in Arkansas and were trying to sell the weapons in Michi­ gan. One of the stolen hand­ guns was recovered during the Lake Odessa arrest. Several of the weapons, The United Auto Workers Local 1002 w ill have anoth er foo<i giveaway in Middleville al 5 p.m. Tuesday. Dec. 17. Girl Scouts Troop No. 1336 will also be giving out baskets of food with union members at the UAW Local 1002 Union Hall at 295. Washington St.. Middleville Ryan Parrish however, arc still missing. The Kent County Sheriff’s Department said investiga­ tors believe there are indi­ viduals in the community who many have knowledge about the location of those weapons or about the mur­ der of Sherington. Anyone with information about the murder or the sto­ len weapons is urged to con­ tact the Kent County Inves­ tigative Division at 6326125 or Silent Observer at 774-2345. Snowmobiles, continued from pg. 4 SCIENCE (MACRAO-eligible) ANATOMY (BIOL 201 w/lab) 4 cr. D.Hassan Call or visit the Center for full class information and times: 269-948-9500 roads, but Davis is too nar­ row for this to be safe. VanRhee also observed snowmobiles instigating un­ safe conditions like driving three abreast along the road, leaving nowhere for cars to travel. Then there are indi­ vidual drivers who seem to be “playing chicken” with automobiles. Christopher J. 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Activities may include climbing wall, indoor high ropes course, archery, snow shoeing, sledding, nature hikes, arts and crafts, group games and much more. For more information, please call (269)795-9163. Changing Jobs? you do with your retire­ ment plan distribution? Don't lose any of your savings to taxes or penalties. I can help you understand your options and choose the one that's right for you. Call today to arrange a free consultation. “Drew” McFadden Investment Representative 9185 Cherry Valley Ave. SE Suite E Caledonia. Ml 49316 Bus 616 891 1173 Toll Free 866 891 1173 www.edwardjones.coai Mwntwyc " Edward Jones �The Sun and News. Middleville MLDecembef 17, 2002/Page 11 Scot grappler helps out team with 100th victory Scot grapplers had a tough time at the Kent County Classic on Saturday at Grand Rapids Central. Corey Kilmartin and Frank D’Amico were the lone Fighting Scots to place at the event. Kilmartin’s reached the 100 win plateau in his final match of the day at 152 pounds and earned third place. D’Amico also finished in third at the county tourna­ ment. I^ast Thursday, Dec. 12, the Scots fought tough in a lot of close matches in Sparta, but just didn't go their way in a 50-21 loss. Billy D’Amico, Brandon Cance, Corey Kilmartin. Frank D’Amico. Jim Ha isma and Andy Klementowski earned the wins for the Scots. Next up for the Scot var­ sity is a match at O-K Gold foe Wayland Thursday Dec. 19, then they head to Maple Valley for an invitational on Saturday Dec. 21. The Scot jayvees had a little better time at Rockford last Friday with Billy D'Amico winning the 103 flight, and Ted McCoy earn­ ing second place at 171. Others winning matches for the Scot JV were Aaron Gillfranklin. Rich Wessenberg, Justin Reeder. Steve Jousma. Jim Goebel. Jason Rauser. Nick Rauser, and Zach House “They did a fantastic job,” said coach Doug Cook. “Everyone got a win." Subscribe to the... 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At our competitive interest rates, you can afford to make it Home Sweet Home again. •Home equity fixed lines based up to 80% loan to value (LTV) 81 90% LIV 7 99% ••Pnmehne home equity based up to 80% loan to value (LTV) For 8190% LTV rate is Prime • 1% Annual Percentage Rate (APR ) as of 1031/02 Rates may van and arc indexed to the Prime Rate as published on the last business day c4 the month in rhe Wall Street Journal Maximum APR is 25% $75 annual fee, $250 pre payment penalty if closed in the first three years Appraisal may he required if the state equalized value (SEV) can t be used to determine the value of the home Property Insurance required �Page 12/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/December 17, 2002 Caledonia considers request to abandon street easement by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council earlier this month agreed to look into Irv Rodgers’ request to abandon a 20-foot wide section of an unused street adjoining 115 Johnson St. The parcel is located southwest of Johnson and Short Street. At Johnson, Short Street is 55 feet wide. Farther south, it narrows. Future development off Short Street is blocked by an existing house. Village President Daryl Penfold ex­ plained. Utilities are located on the west side of the street. Trus­ tee Dan Erskine said. He said several feet would still be need to be kept in a utili­ ties easement if abandoned. Two of the five people who live on the street put the sewer line in, even though some of it is on village prop­ erty. Erskine explained. The additional villageowned strip of property has been maintained by Rodgers for many years. Rodgers re­ portedly wants to sell his own property, which is next to the unused village parcel, Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! and the additional width of the lot gained by the aban­ doned village property would make his own parcel be more attractive to a buyer. People may be less interested in the property if they face having to deal with the narrow strip in the fu­ ture. Another parcel is under a similar easement on the east side of Short Street, owned by David Finkbeiner. Property farther south and west owned by Gary Fink­ beiner is complicated by houses erected closer to the road than should be, a prob­ lem created before he owned it. Others also are reported to be interested in selling. Enough of the utilities easement or right of way and for road maintenance would need to be kept by the village. Penfold commented that if the village wanted to let the property go. perhaps it should be sold rather than abandoned. It is not required that the village abandon or sell any of the property. Further information was thought to be needed before proceeding, and the matter was tabled. In other recent Caledonia Village Council business: •A village proclamation named Stephanie Buer citi­ zen of the month for Decem­ ber 2002. Trustees Nick Unger and Chuck Audy commended the quick response and neighborly action of Buer a young village citizen, who on her way home, noticed a fire in her neighbor’s home. She awoke her father, and not only saw that authorities were notified, but also awakened her sleeping neighbors which allowed them to get out of the burn­ ing building. • Elected officials and Village Planning Commis­ sioners have been offered classes through the Michi­ gan Municipal League on a variety of subjects. Unger and Commissioner Bill McNeilly, new in their com­ mission posts, would like to attend some of these classes. Some council members thought of the 100 or so classes offered, many were meant to be directed to cer­ tain kinds of office staff members, or DPW workers, and only some were perti­ nent to planning commis­ sioners. Trustee Wendy Zandstra said village and planning of­ ficials who processed many kinds of information and deal with contracts of thou­ sands of dollars for various construction projects could use the background training in dealing with these mat­ ters. Penfold said he agreed, in concept. There is money for train­ ing of officials in the village budget. Trustee Chuck Audy said 90 percent of the time the classes were appropriate, and said it should not be necessary to request ap­ proval for each separate training request. Unger said there is a year and one half diploma pro­ gram offered for Planning Commissioners. Tuition was not mentioned, and Audy and McNeilly have attended one session so far, paid for by a grant. In many cases of­ ficials attend the classes without reimbursement for mileage or time, to help them serve better in their public positions. • The village health insur­ ance premiums were raised by 18 percent for next year. A comparative check was made with Blue Cross, which would represent a 40 percent increase. Renewal must be made by February. The 2003 premiums were approved. Penfold said of the in­ creases. which if projected over 40 years. "This can't go on forever, or they will have all our money." •The Village Council fol­ lowed the advice of Utilities Administrator Rich Pierson, who recommended proceed­ ing with a process leading to securing an easement to al­ low utility lines to cross property of the Gregg Apart­ ments. An offer of $2,500 had been made and refused. The village first would ap­ praise the value of the ease­ ment for laying the utilities. This could lead to the con­ demnation of land south of the property if the owner still refuses. • The contract for services provided by Pierson for vil­ lage utilities was renewed. Services include: a. Joint Sewer Committee acting secretary. b. Maintenance review of waste water system. c. Waste water treatment and collection oversight and training. d. Waste water treatment license and state report sub­ mittals. e. Ordinance interpreta­ tion, enforcement recom­ mendations. f. Meeting organization and council presentations. g. Budget analysis/oversight/ formulation and rec­ ommendation. h. Planning and develop­ ment of capital improve­ ments. • Kent County computer­ ized tax software and data base was approved. Kent County changed its comput­ erized data base software for tax roll certification for Caledonia, which the Vil­ lage Council was required to authorize for it to be used in the village. • Unger, who chaired the Independence Day Commit­ tee this year plans to ask greater township involve­ ment. with a co-chair to help in the 2003 event. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Summary Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village of Caledonia December 9. 2002 Call to Order at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Present: Erskine, Unger. Audy, Penfold, Zandstra. & Ayers Absent: Biertein. Mavigha Consideration of meeting agenda. Add items E - Priority Health renewal & F - Discussion for vacating a portion of Short Street Motion carried Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion by Unger, sup­ ported by Zandstra Motion car­ ried. Public Comments none Township Liaison Report: Village Manager Report: Explained the new rates for Priority Health renewal for employees. Village President Report: President Penfold proclaimed Stephanie Buer as the citizen of the month for the Village of Caledonia. She executed responsible actions in helping her neighbors escape their burning home on December 5th. Discussion was held regard­ ing the local access cable chan­ nel Unfinished Business: Noise Ordinance nothing new at this time New Business A Renewal of the Wastewater Treatment Permit Motion ear­ ned B Condemnation ul Gregg Apartments Easement Motion, earned C Renewal of contract ser vices tor Richard Pierson Motion carried D RQ2-35 Beiolulion Computerized Data base as the Tax Roll, All Ayes Motion car­ ried E Prionty Health Renewal for Employees Motion earned F Vacation of Short StreetDiscussion only for the possible vacating of a portion of Short Street, on the west side of the street adjacent to 115 Johnson St. Tabled for more information. Public Comment: Council Comments: Happy Holidays to Everyone! Meeting Adjourned at 8 10 p.m. Respectfully Submitted. Sandra Ayers, Clerk (304) CHARTER TWP. OF CALEDONIA MEETING NO TIC t A Regular Meeting of the Charter Township of Caledonia Board of Trustees will be held beginning at 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 18. 2002, at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall. 250 Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan Note: Individuals with disabili­ ties may request auxiliary aids and services for the meeting by contacting the Township Clerk at (616) 891-0070 TENTATIVE AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLE­ GIANCE AND INVOCATION 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE MEETING AGENDA. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT (BRIEF). 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA. A Minutes of the November 20th and December 11th 2002 meetings B Correspondence Not requnng Board Ac&on C Approval to Pay Bills D. Treasurer s Report E. Building Department Report F Utilities Report G Scotsmoor PUD - 1st Reading H. Open Space Preservation 1st Reading 6. INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 7. REPORT FROM BOARD OFFICERS AND STAFF. 8. CORRESPONDENCE. A Kent District Library New Library Hours 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A Utilities Action From December 11,2002 Workshop 10. NEW BUSINESS. A. Board of Review appoint­ ments - Warren Welton. Kathy Jackson Manon Stewart B. Fire Fighter New Hires Tom Miller Jamie Robards Bill Wilson, Scott Siler, Tammy Beemer Jeremy Wohtford Andy Carey C. Alaska Ave Paving Hearing - Discussion. 68th to Burrstone and Burrstone to 7600 Block. D. Lawn Care Bids E NW Sewer Water Con­ tracts F. Christmas Tree Disposal Program G Thornapple Developers H. Shagbark Consolidation I. F.re Service Vehicle J Resolution to Approve Amendment No 31 of GVMC K Grant Money Bounty L. Systems Coordinator M Resolution Authorizing The Use of A Computerized Data Base as the Tax Roll N. Appointment to Zoning Board of Appeals - Duane Gunntnk 11. BOARD COMMENTS 12. PUBLIC COMMENT (EXTENDED). 13. ADJOURNMENT. �The Sun and News. Middleville. MbDecember 17, 2002/Page 13 Yankee Springs board hears dredging dispute by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Ton­ ship Board last Thursday night took up an issue of whether work done by Beachline Construction dredging Johnson Cove was adequate and met the re­ quirements. Derek VanEenenaam. owner of the company, as­ serted that he had fulfilled the requirements of the con­ tract and he should be paid for his work. Ron Heilman, on behalf of the residents, told the board that the subcontractor hired by Beachlinc did not do the job properly, caused damage to several properties and that the depth in the channel is much less than they paid for causing dam­ age to motors. The Township Board had authorized a special assess­ ment district, advancing funds for the project, which residents then pay back to the township over time or as delinquent taxes. Clerk Jan Lippert reported that several homeowners have already paid for their portion in full. Township attorney John Lohrstorfer tried to convince both sides that it was in their best interests to seek media­ tion in this issue. At first both sides were reluctant but after 45 minutes of often rancorous exchanges, they did go with lohrstorfer and with a Barry County Sher- “It is likely that someone The board approved a won’t be happy with the re­ new one-year contract with sults and these are projects PCI of Hastings to provide which are difficult to in­ permits with no additional spect." he said. costs over last year’s con­ In other business, the tract. board upheld the denial of a The board reappointed rezoning for Dave Van- George London. Robert derSlik of property next to Evans and Jerry Page to the the Anchor Inn from C-2 to Board of Review. Gordon C-3. which would have al­ Wells. Mary Cook and Ger­ lowed many more commer­ ald DuPont were returned to cial uses including a new the Zoning Board of Ap­ gas station. peals. Patrick Jansen contin­ “I don't think it is appro­ ues as alternate. priate for commercial prop­ Al Schwennesen. Cathy erty to be right along resi­ Stickland and Jack Finkbeidential." trustee Mary Cook ner were reappointed to their said. positions on the Planning Commission. It was agreed that the Yankee Springs Township Board. ZBA and Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. during 2003. The board meets on the second Thurs­ day of the month, the plan­ ning commission may hold work sessions on the first Thursday with regular meet­ ings on the third Thursday and ZBA meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of the month, as needed. The next meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board is Thursday . Jan 9. at 7 p.m. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD DECEMBER 11, 2002 Supervisor Al McCrumb congratulates Planning Commission member Cathy Strickland on her obtaining citizen planner status. Strickland recommends that any­ one interested call the Barry County Extension office at 945-1388 for more details. iff’s deputy on had to dis­ cuss the issue in a separate room. Lohrstorfer reported to the board that following more discussion and review of photographs, the home­ owners would meet with the rest of the residents along the cove and meet with Va­ nEenenaam to see if this is­ sue could be resolved. Lohrstorfer also recom­ mended that the township only approve special assess­ ment districts for roads since dredging and weed control arc such subjective issues. A special work session was called to order at 5 30 p m by Clerk Snyder Present Snyder. Cardwell. Bravata. Stauffer. Robertson. Bujak Absent Harrison Also Present U A Pierson. Attorney White Engineer Wilcox and two associates and Brian Berens Moved Snyder, second Cardwell to appoint Trustee Stauffer to chair the meeting in absence of Supervisor Hamson Ayes All MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC COMMENT: Nick Unger stated that the 4th of July committee would like Io know if a board trustee or township staff would like to co-chair the 4th of July committee next year Trustee Stauffer stated that this was a work session and that no action would be taken Asked U S Pierson to take over the meeting with his presentation Pierson gave a brief on the following items Refinancing Campau/Kettle Lake sewer bonds. NW projects, Shagbark/mobtle home wells, the new building repairs and update water transfer agree ment ordinance amendment and rate resolution Moved Bravata. second Cardwell to adjourn Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk K» 20% to 50% SALE NOW (Armstrong “Try on one of our floors!” CERAMIC TILE • C ARPET • WOOD • VINYL In the Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry’ Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph.: 616/891-9000 Visit us at www.armstrong.com and view any Armstrong pattern in 24 different .room settings. Hours: 10-8 pm Mon. & Thurs 10-5:30 Tues., Wed. & Fri.; 9-3 pm Sat.; Closed Sun. �Page 14/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/December 17. 2002 Caledonia President suggest cable channel woes solutions by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Village Presi­ dent Daryl Penfold offered to shed more light on the status of broadcasting public meetings on Channel 15 Public Access TV, after changing the locks on the basement of the village and township hall last month, which prevented recording of meetings. Last month Township Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison ex­ plained why the action had been taken and that the township was given a key to the basement. He said it was feared other unknown persons might have access to the basement, where important records were stored. Com­ puter equipment, phone switches, election records, planning department files, file archives, historical files and more were stored in the basement, and needed to be in a secure environment, Harrison explained. "One of the goals I have for this cable committee is to reach out to the schools ... operations and programming and that's going to require access." He said secure ac­ cess to only the cable por­ tion and not to other areas of the building was needed. Harrison said a 10x10’ room on the back of the building with outdoor en­ trance had been offered for the equipment, which he saw as a positive option. He said he would like the cable committee to see what tech­ nology and adjustments would be needed to make that move. He said program­ ming needs and members of the cable committee with a need to access that could do so. He said he also saw a need to provide security for the rest of the building, which is why he supported the action. Penfold, at last week’s village meeting, expressed his vision of how a new re­ organization of the program­ ming could work. He explained there is a room in the Township-Vil­ lage Hall, which has an ex­ terior entrance, where the equipment could be housed. The room was used by Roger Loring for his DPW Supervisory office, but Loring does not use the nxim often. He said in the past town­ He said there was a lot of to 20 years, this could be a ship and village people did talent and experience in the problem. Penfold admitted there not have access to the community available to han­ school, where the program­ dle the televising and broad­ were details which need to ming was handled. He said casting, and that it would be be worked out. Trustee Chuck Audy when the township took good to have more local over the function, the people taking the responsi­ mentioned that the schools schools did not have access bility. He said Nick Unger want more time on the chan­ for programming needs in­ could take the responsibility nel. He expressed doubts about the proposal with side the public hail. Penfold for the village. said "The village has not Unger mentioned poten­ three different sets of people been as involved in the cable tial problems over three sets "separately addressing pro­ channel as we maybe of keys instead of one. as gramming needs of the com­ munity." should." there is now. He said people who knew With an external entrance, Penfold said certified how to operate the equip­ township, village and school keys and or electronic ac­ TV Committee members cess would not allow unau­ ment properly would be dif­ could access the room. Pen- thorized people into the ficult. pointing to recent dif­ ficulties between only a few fold said. equipment. Penfold said he would Unger said someone was people doing the taping. "If someone sets it up a like each of the groups to needed to oversee question­ break up the week and indi­ able programming, a con­ certain way you can't get it vidually take charge of the cern the committee has ex­ to work for anybody else." programming two days of pressed in the past. Each He suggested a cooperative the week. He proposed the unit would be responsible effort, w ith an overseer and village be in charge on Mon­ for costs of their tapes, but team players would be day and Tuesday, the Town­ he also pointed out the vil­ needed. Unger said more than one ship on Wednesday and lage and township are now Thursday, and the schools maintaining equipment." person from each unit would take it on the other days. Would the schools contrib­ be needed, when the regular "This would also allow ute to the maintenance of person could not be there. emergency access during equipment?" he asked. He Penfold said the equip­ bad weather to put a mes­ stressed over a period of 19 ment should be set up in one sage out regarding school closings without having someone here. This would solve a lot of logistical prob­ lems," Penfold said. way and left alone, so it could just be turned on and the meetings recorded. "Peo­ ple want to know the content of what’s being said, more than a closeup to sec if the top of my h£ad is turning red." Penfold said Mike Maviglia had volunteered to be on the committee as repre­ sentative for the village. Un­ ger has experience with the equipment, but he is pres­ ently serving on both the Village Council and the Vil­ lage Planning Commission. The village has also used an­ other volunteer on a regular basis, who has had difficulty getting the equipment to work as it is now set up. Penfold said. On the township side. Tom Apol has been volun­ tarily operating the equip­ ment. and Elaine Veltman. township administrative as sistant. is expected to be trained in operation of some of the programming. school. Students who need to take summer school classes in or­ der to meet graduation re­ quirements, prefer to not en­ roll in summer school. Then, with the increased graduation requirements, students find they cannot graduate which causes prob­ lems. Zack has had trouble convincing parents of the se­ verity of this problem. Bill Schoenveld of Owen Ames Kimball discussed the schematic drawings submit­ ted to them by the architect. “It appears that we arc slightly under budget by $300,000, just looking at the exterior footprint of the buildings.” The board gave Schoen- veld the go ahead to prepare the more detailed drawings and specifications for the bid packages for phase I. Bids should go out in Fcbru ary. 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She and assistant Princi­ pal Eric Proseus spend too much time on these and other safety issues which they could use to better pur­ pose, Zack told the board. The safety officer also would be responsible for scheduling special reserve police officers to help with crowd control at games. The officer would be responsible for attending after school ac­ tivities as well. Members of the board discussed this issue and agreed that the right person hired for this position would be able to have good rela­ tions with students and may help keep problems from oc­ curring, Superintendent Kevin Konarska will post the posi­ tion. It will be a 40-hour-aweek job with a salary of $12 to $16 per hour. Zack also asked the board to set a policy for driver education that would require that students interested in participating also qualify by meeting the same academic qualifications student ath­ letes need to meet. 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MLDecember 17. 2002/Page 15 TK takes to spot at Jeff Lehman Memorial Trojans took the top two spots at last Saturday’s Jeff Lehman Memorial wrestling tournament in Middleville. TK’s black squad finished first, 56 points ahead of the Fruitport Trojans in second place. TK’s Orange squad was fourth in the eight team tournament. Twenty different kids from TK’s two squads that took part medaled by placing in the top four in their weight classes. Tommy Winright finished second at 103 after pulling out a 9-7 overtime win in the semifinals. TK took second and third place at 112. Kurt Hunting­ ton was second for the TK Black squad, and Brandon Pasoni made it through the consolation round to place third. Mike Gurski took second at 119 for TK by earning major decisions in the first two rounds, then falling by one in the finals. TK Trojans won the last two matches of the day at 125. Mike McKeown was the champ after recording two first round pins, then earning a 10-2 decision in the final over Frank Sallis of Holland Justin Lewis earned a third place finish for the TK orange squad with a pin in the second round of the third place match. TK’s Phil Corson (top) nears a pin of Lakeview s Bruce Lobert in the 189 final at last Saturday's Jeff Lehman Memorial (Photo by Brett Bremer) At 135. Patrick McKeown took second place. He won his first two before being downed in the finals by Portland’s Andy Pulling. Kyle Fletke couldn’t quite manage a pin on any of his opponents at 140, but swept through the flight for first place by taking a major de­ cision in each round. Also at 140, Ben Ybema of TK took a 9-2 decision to reach the consolation final and earn fourth place. Nick Otto won a fourth place medal for TK’s black squad at 145. At 152, Nick Cuneo earned a pin in his first match of the day, then was knocked into the consolation round. There he earned a victory over teammate Sean Barrett in the final for third place. Barrett medaled in fourth. Trojans Dayne Fletke and Kalani Garber met in the fi­ nals at 160, where Fletke pulled out a 3-0 win for the championship. Andrew Reeder edged out Bryan Benavidez from Hol­ land in the 171 final by holding on in the third round of overtime to take the 8-8 decision. Reeder’s Trojan team­ mate at 171, Steve Johnson, earned a major decision for third place. Trojans also went first and third at 189, with Phil Corson taking the champi­ onship with three straight pins, and Eric Reeder finish­ ing third with a 10-5 deci­ sion in his final match of the day. Alex Buehler was the TK medalist at 215, he took fourth. At 275 TK’s Matt Potter placed third with pin of fel­ low Trojan Jake Schnieder. then besting Maple Valley’s Ben Swan in the third place match. Final team scores were TK Black 217, Fruitport 161, Dexter 108.5, Portland 93.5, TK Orange 83.5, Hol- Andre Reeder held on in overtime for an 8-8 deci­ sion and the 171 pound title last Saturday (Photo by Brett Bremer) land 59. Lakeview 54. and Maple Valley 51. TK started its chase for its 12th straight, and final O-K Blue crown by besting By­ ron Center on Thursday Dec. 12, 40-25. Mike McKeown and Phil Corson recorded pins for TK at 125 and 189. Pat McKeown scored a technical fall with a 16-0 de­ cision at 135. Major decisions were re corded foi TK by Dane Fletke at 160, and Andrew Reeder at 171 Others winning decisions for TK were Kyle Fletke at 140, Curt Huntington at 112, and Shane Shepherd at 145. Mike Gurski scored a for feit win at 119. The Trojans wrestle next at Belding on Thursday Dec 19, then head to Owosso on Dec 21 AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. IT BSHOPPINC SPREE/® tor31ears on Any Model Home Purchase (Both locations) Shopping Spree Rivertown Mall with purchase of any lot model home before Dec. 20, 2002 Located in CIDER MILL VILLAGE (Middleville) or COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE (76th & Kraft) Ul Homes PRICED TO SELL AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING For further information call CAROLE at 616-891-2225 II �Page 16/The Sun and News, MiddleviHe, Mi/December 17. 2002 Scots' cage season opens with wild one at TK by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Sometimes it was a track meet. Sometimes it looked more like a rugby match. But it was another heated ri­ valry game between the TK and Caledonia varsity boys' basketball teams. Caledonia fought back from a 13-point halftime deficit to take a 44-43 lead with just over three minutes remaining in the third period on a pair of Abe Mulvihill free throws. The first of five lead changes in the quarter. A Patrick Spitzley three pointer in the last minute of the third, his only points of the night, put the Fighting Scots up for good. They pushed the lead to seven be­ fore triumphing 68-62. Jason VanderWoude, the Scots’ new head coach, got his first varsity win. At halftime he said he asked his kids if they were doing all the things that they needed to do to win. “The answer to all of those questions was no.’’ said VanderWoude. Before the game Vander­ Woude said that maybe his kids were too ready. A few passes with a little too much Trojan Phil Garber falls away, while trying to get a shot off in the lane against Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) At Your Service! mustard on them caused a couple of early turnovers for the Scots, in their season opener. “We hit a couple of jump­ ers early and we fell in love with it.” said VanderWoude. "We weren’t attacking the basket.” The Trojans most defi­ nitely were attacking the basket in the first half. They ran out to a double digit lead in the second period, using their speed to beat the Scots up the floor or beat them off the dribble, but in the sec­ ond half the Trojans' shots didn't want to fall and the Scots started coming out of the scrums with the loose balls. TK shot just 21% from the floor in the second half, and over the final four and a half minutes got ail five of their points from the free throw line. Barring some playoff ap­ pearance this was the last time the two squads will go head to head as non-league rivals, as next year the two teams come together in the all new O-K Gold. Mulvihill was the top scorer for the Scots with 16 including two 3-pointers and a perfect 4 of 4 from the free throw line. Joe Kowalski had 12 for Caledonia, while Kyle Hemmes and Eli Cooley each added 10. Cooley also pulled down eight rebounds. TK was paced by sopho­ more guard Jon Yeazel with 19 points. Chase VandenBerg had 14, and Brett Knight 11. By scoring 23 points in the second quarter, and 24 in the fourth the Middleville Trojans were able to pull away for a 75-49 win over the visiting Maple Valley Lions Tuesday Dec. 10 in the season opener for both teams. The Trojans did the job inside and outside, knocking down seven 3-pointers and outrebounding the Lions 3818 in the contest. Sophomore Jon Yeazel led the way for TK with 17 points, followed closely by Brett Knight with 16. Knight was the top re­ bounder for TK with 11, in his double-double perform­ 1-888-891-0303 Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-6:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 Caledonia's Joe Kowalski had 10 of his 12 points in the second half, including this jumper to put the Scots up 52-49 to open the fourth quarter. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351 X. M43. 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MI December 17, 2002/Page 17 From Our Readers- Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues TV access committee lockout inexcusable Dear editor, 1 have been following the printed media accounts regarding those who volun­ teer their time and expertise, as members of the Caledonia Public Television Access Committee. For several years, the broadcasting equipment has been located in the Caledonia Township/Village Hall basement, to which access to service and pro­ gram the equipment was granted, with no previous problems. Suddenly. Daryl Penfold, Caledonia Village president decided to arbitrarily lock out these volunteers without any prior warning to them. How absurd! Since then. Mr. Penfold has been most vague, only stating that he acted for “security reasons.” I can not even remotely imagine that the Caledonia community is really buying his line of reasoning. Did Mr. Penfold intercept secret intelligence that al-Qaida was intending to use the basement to perpetrate fur­ ther terrorist activity? Does the village president have some other agenda or axe to grind? Is this the same Daryl Penfold who effected a simi­ lar knee-jerk’ lock change to the front door of the vil­ lage offices a few years ago? I don’t recall having been informed of any sound rea­ son to substantiate that action either! Lock changes ordered impulsively by Penfold, and thus adversely affecting others, can no longer be attributed to a mere single isolated inci­ dent. Has the quest for power and control so overtaken rea­ son and sound thinking? One can only wonder what lock on what public building will be next on Mr. Penfold’s “hit list.” Many of us elderly retirees, who have difficulty venturing out during this time of year due to the ice and cold, have long regarded this Public Access Channel as a most valuable commu­ nity resource. We do our best to stay in touch and connect­ ed with our community at large, as well as follow the actions taken by our local units of government. However, since the lock change, all we re receiving on this channel is an outdat­ ed bulletin board with obso­ lete notices of meetings which were held over three weeks ago. The normal air­ ing of various programming and the showing of govern­ ment meetings has ceased completely. Was this Mr. Penfold's real intent? Is he afraid of something that may be broadcast? I’m further dismayed by the inappropriate action taken by Brian Harrison, Caledonia Township super­ visor. regarding this matter. It’s my understanding that Mr. Harrison was provided notice of the impending lock change prior to its occur­ rence. The television channel committee was just recently reappointed by him. yet upon being attacked and denied necessary access to the equipment, he just rolled over, retreated and dropped his support of the commit­ tee. abandoning any possible defense of the members. The very least Mr. Harrison could have and should have done was to stand up and defend the committee he instituted, thus halting (he lock change dead in its tracks. Instead, he took the easy way out. just agreed with the villain, and missed his “win­ dow of opportunity.” It would appear that the “sins of omission" perpetrated by Mr. Harrison, would now make him just as culpable as Mr. Penfold. I totally support the pro­ posal to free this channel from local governmental control and make it indepen­ dent, as is the setup in sever­ al other coverage areas. This public access channel was built up by the constructive efforts, time and knowledge of positive-minded commu­ nity volunteers. There’s something terribly wrong when our so-called leaders feel it’s incumbent upon them to diminish, just fntter away, or outright destroy such efforts. 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It is my fervent hope that the electors of Caledonia will wake up and at the next election vote for real leaders. Man Doering, Caledonia Township GM Employee9* and family members receive bonus savings! I Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick r—t T-J^ A Wkwlay & WwrwSay 8 to 8 Tueway TivMay 4 Fnday 86, Safijr-teyS 1200 SM-37 IN HASTINGS-616-945-2425 § �Page 18/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 17, 2002 Family Fun Night is this Thursday at TKHS Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission program director Mike Bre­ mer invites area families to the next Family Fun Night from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thurs­ day, Dec. 19. “More than 30 family members participated in the first Family Fun Night. Eve­ ryone, from age 3 to adult had fun making crafts, play- Basketball is just one of the ways to pass the time at Family Fun Night Trojan wrestling squad The 2002-2003 Trojan wrestling team, (listed by weight class) (103) Tommy Winright, Brett Tinker. Justin Koza, (112) Stephanie Simon. Kurt Huntington, Scott Blood. Andrew Dombrowski. Brandon Pisoni, (119) Mike Gurski, Nate McMurray, Justin Lewis. Mike Hooper, (125) Mike McKeown. Josh Bowerman, Scott Brown, Tim Hall, Bill Bird, Lance VanPutten, (130) Steve Allen. Ryan Fletke, Gina Niemchick, (135) Pat McKeown. Matt Miller, (140) Kyle Fletke. Alan Leite, Kenny Allen. Ben Ybema, (145) Nick Otto, Shane Shepherd. Brian Cuneo, (152) Bill Huff. Dayne Fletke. Chris Humphrey. Nick Wake, Vince Battiata, Mitch Fisher. (160) Andrew Reeder. Mike Hoskins. Kalani Garber. Sean Barrett. Pat Cisler, Nate LaBine, Travis Young. Josh collier, Henry Smith. Savanah Baker, (171) Steve Johnson. Randy Tobias, Eric Reeder, Eddy Landon. (189) Phil Corson, Jim Sanford. Mike Munjoy, Ryan King. (215) Alec Belson, Alex Buehler. Glen Brock, Chad Cullers, (275) Matt Potter, Jake Schnieder. and Derrick Brock, (Coaches) Tom Lehman. Scott Marvin. Luke Middleton, and Andy Price. (Stat Ladies) Theresa Miller, Julie Bergakker. 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This is a ‘no pressure’ evening and participants can stay as long as they like.” Children must be accom­ panied by a parent or adult guardian. The cost is $1 per participant with a maximum of $5 per family. For information about the Dec. 19 Family Fun Night of other parks and rec activi­ ties call 795-8853. Chess and other board games will be available Thornapple Trail Association on-line There is no Thornapple Trail Association meeting this December. The next meeting is scheduled for January 23. The trail re­ opened along the Mid­ dleville Section on Dec. I. Snowmobile users are re­ minded that the trail is not open for any motorized use, including snowmobiles. Violaters wil be reported to authorities. Information about the Paul Henry Trail and the Thornapple Trail Associa­ tion is now available on line at thomappletrail.com. Association member Mark Fritsma using funds from a DALMAC grant and assistance from students at Davenport University de­ signed the website. Information on the web­ site includes a map, infor­ mation about the history, a membership application and trail activities. There will also be links to other bicy­ cling trails and organizations in Michigan. TTA president Michael Gormley says, "We think this will help area residents and visitors learn about the trail. We are continuing to work on improvements and cyclists should see the Cale­ donia section of the trail paved during 2003.” The website may also help the TTA do fundraising to pave the portion of the trail from McCann Road Io Irving Road. “Anyone inter­ ested in learning more about the trail or joining the asso­ ciation can attend our next meeting on Jan. 23 at Whis­ pering Waters Camp­ ground,” Gormley says. M5,995 BRUCE'S FRAME & ALIGNMENT 99 CHEVY SUBURBAN LS 4X4 8 passenger, sharp Complete Frame Repair Professional Color Matching • Loaner Cars • Front End Alignment • Collision Repair • Glass Repair FSR KIDS C9LLEGYI9N P®INT THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS. GAVIN can... 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South Christian got on the board midway through the first period as Derek Vandermolen beat Cal/Lowell goaltender Dave Maylone on a wrap around goal from behind the net. The second period of ac­ tion heated up with some very physical play. There were numerous bone jarring open ice hits and many crunching checks against the boards. The officials saw fit to hand out a number of penalties to both teams. At seven minutes into the second, Josh John pounded a hard shot past Adams with the assist going to McCoy and Chad Ray. South Christian answered with a power-play goal 44 seconds later while McCoy was serving a penalty for ex­ cessive celebration after the goal by Josh John. Corey Kelly got his sec­ ond goal of the night when Ted McCoy found Kelly all alone in front of the Sailor goal. Kelly quickly found the back of the net to put the Cal/Lowell icers up 4-2. The third period contin­ ued with end to end action. Cal/Lowell continued to bring physical play to the Sailors, and was noticeably wearing them down. Ted McCoy finished out the evening’s scoring when a slick cross ice pass from Kelly found him streaking down the ice. McCoy let loose a blistering slap shot that seemed to catch Adams off guard. Maylone came up big when he had to by turning away 16 Sailor shots. Ad­ ams kept the game close for the Sailors with 21 stops. PUBIXSHER’S NOTICE: Wednesday, Dec. 18 Mozzarella Dippers w/spaghetti sauce or hot dog on a bun, carrot sticks, raisins, milk. Thursday, Dec. 19 Chili w/crackers or ham­ burger on a bun, cheesey broccoli, pears, milk. Friday, Dec. 20 Pizz^i or fish sticks, baked beans, fruit, milk. Monday, Dec. 23 No school. Winter vaca­ tion. Tuesday, Dec. 24 No school. Winter vaca­ tion. 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Plus, parental control features that allow you to set movie ratings and spending limits for your household. 1 -866-GO-CHARTER to get ^..Charter Charter Digital Cable? � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-12-24.pdf 678ecd917cedb066fc6ab7ef10ab8b81 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 52/December 24, 2002 Yankee Springs planners deny rezoning request by Patricia Johns Staff Writer After three months of de­ lay,csidcnts of the Shaw Lake and Norris Road areas had an opportunity to have their say about a proposed development at a public hearing last Thursday night before the Yankee Springs Planning Commission Jon Raymond of Kay-D Development had requested a zoning change from agri­ culture to rural residential zoning district for his prop­ erty. This request had been tabled in October and No­ vember as legal issues were resolved. The Planning commission had received 10 letters op­ posing the rezoning and roomfuls of residents had at­ tended the previous meet­ ings, but could not speak about the issue. On Dec. 19 another roomful of people, all opposed to the rezoning, talked about traffic, loss of rural character and the need to keep to the master plan. After a lengthy discussion the board decided that they did not think the request was in the best interest of the township and denied the re­ zoning. Raymond plans to attend the January Planning Com­ mission meeting with a pro­ posed development design using the three-acre lots al­ lowed in the agriculture zone. Ron VanSingel explains the plan with the executive golf course. Amanda Evilsizor reads a letter against the planned development as her mother looks on. “I didn’t mean to cause any problems for my neigh­ bors. I was just trying to maximize my investment,” Raymond said after the vote. “1 apologize for any prob­ lems this has caused.” Then the board heard a presentation from Ron Van Singel of Nedervcld Associ­ ates on a preliminary planned unit development design for property near the southeast corner of Patterson Road and M-179. When this development was first planned M-179 was still called Chief Noon­ day Road. VanSingel showed a pre­ liminary plan and then two PUD designs, one with a golf course and the other without the golf course. See rezoning, page 3 In This Issue... • Christmas f ve services filled with candles and song • Caledonia Twp. PMR ordinance revisions readied for hearing • Caledonia Planners begin work on zoning ordinance revisions • Adult reading programs fight the bleak mid-winter �Page 2/The Sun and News. M.ddlevilte. Ml/December 24 2002 Christmas Eve services filled with candles, song During this holiday sea­ son live Nativities and spe­ cial services are planned in churches around the area. Brightside Community Church at 8175 Broadmoor SE in Caledonia will be celebrating its first Christ­ mas Eve Service at their new building on M-37. The service begins at 6 p.m. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Caledonia is at the corner of Kraft Avenue and 84th Street. Special services include two Christ­ mas Eve candlelight serv­ ices, one at 7 p.m. and the other at 11 p.m. The Christmas Day serv­ ice on Wednesday, Dec. 25 begins at 10 a.m. Peace Reformed Church will present a musical wel- NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED GIRL, Charity Lynn bom at Metropolitan Hospital. Grand Rapids, Saturday, Nov 30. 2002 at 2:06 a.m. Weighing 9 lbs. 3 ozs. 20 1/2 inches long. Parents are Eric and Danielle Speers of Grand Rapids. Grandparents are Dave and Cheryl Speers of Fowler and Cathy Davis of Merritt, Don and Dawn Foote of Caledonia. hold a special Carol Sing for Christmas on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. The Leighton Church Candlelight Christmas Eve Service is scheduled for 7 p.m. Leighton is located at 4189 Second Street at the comer of 142nd Street. A nursery is provided. For more information call 8918028. The Middleville Christian Reformed Church, at 708 W. Main Street has planned a special service on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. The high school students will present a short play, there are sev­ eral special musical numbers are planned and the lighting of candles. The theme of the evening is “Letting Our Light Shine.” On Christmas morning, The United Methodist Dec. 25 the day starts with a Church of Middleville has free breakfast beginning at full weekend planned. 8:45 a.m. Everyone is in­ On Sunday, Dec. 22 the vited to the breakfast and Holly Trolley returns to then invited to attend the Middleville from 5-8 p.m. Christmas morning service The trolley stop is at the at 10 a.m. This is a Christ­ church and special music mas worship service of les­ and a God Squad Puppet sons and carols in the Euro­ Show will be held in the pean style and the choir will sing. church. St. Francis Episcopal Outside the Live Nativity begins at 6 p.m. Live Nativ­ Church. 11850 West 9 Mile ity programs will be held on Road in Prairieville begins Dec. 23 and 24 from 6-8 the Christmas celebration on Christmas eve, Dec. 24 with p.m. The Christmas Eve serv­ special music at 7 p.m. A special Eucharist service fol­ ice will begin at 11 p.m. The United Methodist lows at 7:30 p.m. Call 664Church in Parmalee will 4345 for more information. come to the season on Tues­ day, Dec. 24 beginning at 11 p.m. the Peace church choir and praise band will per­ form. The church is located between Middleville and Caledonia at 6950 Cherry* Valley Road. The Good Shepherd Lu­ theran Church in Mid­ dleville will have a Christ­ mas Eve service at 7 p.m. on Dec. 24 and a Christmas day service at 10 a.m. Saints Andrew and Matthias Independent Angli­ can Church on McCann road in Middleville will hold a Christmas Eve service be­ ginning at 11:15 p.m. with the singing of Christmas carols followed by a Holy Eucharist service at 11:30 p.m. James M. Sprague Sr. MIDDLEVILLE - James M. Sprague Sr., age 87. of Middleville, went to be with his Lord on Monday. Dec. 16. 2002. He was bom on April 17, 1915 in South Lyon. MI the son of Ross and Gertrude Sprague. He was raised in South Lyon and attended South Lyon schools, graduating in 1934. In May of 2002 he was inducted into the South Lyon High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He was married to Norma Wooster on Oct. 13. 1990 at Fellowship Baptist Church. Whitmore Lake. MI. Had been engaged 52 years pre­ vious to their wedding day. He was employed at Vagabond Coach Co. Lay Minister for Galilean Bap tist Missions - helped start three churches and pastured two other churches. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, shooting his last buck when he was 82 years oki. He loved to travel and had been in all 50 states. He is survived by his wife. Norma J. Sprague; son. James M. (Jennifer) Spra­ gue Jr. of Middleville; daughter. Mary (Sprague) Laurie of Hardy. Arkansas; four grandchildren. Ross and Rojean Sprague. Todd Sprague. Mary and Blake Medlock and Amber Laurie; three great grandchildren. Austin and Caytie Sprague and Kirsten Medlock. He was preceded in death by his first wife. Mildred Sprague; his parents. Ross and Gertrude Sprague: sis ter. Almeda Given and brother. Alfred Sprague. Funeral services were held Friday. Dec. 20. 2002 at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Pastor Bruce Stewart officiated. Graveside service was Saturday. Dec. 21. 2002 at the South Lyon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Home. Middleville. Ml. Calvin Carl Crumback CALEDONIA - Calvin Carl Crumback, age 74. originally from Caledonia, now resides in Clarksville, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, Dec. 17. 2002. He was preceded in death by his father and mother. Carl and Mary Crumback; and his first wife. Mary Jane. He is survived by his wife. Gloria; his daughter. Betty (Mark) Newhouse; his sons, Edward Jay (Julie) Sanders. Douglas A. (Kelly) Sanders; 11 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; his brothers and sisters. Robert and Barbara Crumback. Charlotte McPeck. Elsie and Norman DeLeeuw. Eldon and Carole Crumback. Larry and Ellen Crumback.Linda Crumback; his brothers in law and sisters-in-law, Geraldine Patterson. Vivian and Jim Sims. Ronald and Karen Rawlings. David Rawlings; many nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services for Calvin Carl Crumback was held Friday. Dec. 20. 2002 at Gaines United Brethren Church. Pastor Mark Beers official ed. Interment at Blythfield Cemetery. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Gaines United Brethren Church Building Fund or Gaines Township Historical Society Delray Schools. Rezoning, continued from page 1 Christmas Eve The Songs ®f Christmas by Candlelight Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 11:00 p.m. [i Join us as we celebrate the eve of our Savior's birth with the ' ’• Peace Church Choir and Praise Band members! p/eace ^tefo/'/ner/ 6950 Cherry Valley Road, Middleville. MI 49333 (between Middle* ille and Caledonia) www peacechurch.cc | Phone:616-891-8119 Fax:616-891-8490 office ^peacechurchcc Our Mission: To lead people into a living relationship »»uh Jesus Christ and help them become fully devoted followers of Him Both of the PUD designs contain 70 percent open space. The plan includes public water and sewer for all the buildings. The devel­ oper had presented an infor­ mal plan on Nov. 21. The plan includes 32 sin­ gle-family homes and 48 condominium units. VanSingel says these will be “up­ scale” units. The homesites Residents compare the plan without the golf course will take about 18 acres of to the one with it. the property with more than 60 acres in “open space.” the businesses located in the meet for a work session on Residents of the area who former Middleville Tool and Thursday, Jan. 2. The next were opposed to this devel­ Die building. According to regular Planning Commis­ opment spoke at the public zoning administrator Ken sion meeting will be on hearing. Many had gotten Worsham, supervisor Al Thursday, Jan. 16. Both used to the open 88-acre McCrumb is looking into meetings will begin at 7 field with much wildlife. the issue. p.m. Amanda Evilsizor was one The commission will of those who wrote talking about the plight of the ani­ mals. The access to the PUD will be on M-179 and Patter­ son Road, avoiding the con­ gested Archwood and Val­ ley drives. This preliminary plan was approved with Frank Fiala voting no because he wanted to spend more time studying the material presented by the developer. The Planning Commis­ sion approved the plan with­ out an “executive style” golf course, stating that that would make the open space no longer “common prop­ erty.” In other business, the board decided to approve a new- sign for the Sand Ridge Bank on the existing pole. Board members are look­ ing for more information on �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml.-December 24. 2002/Page 3 “It’s going to bring you good and bad!! Casino compact awaits Governor's signature by Mary McDonough Staff Writer The Michigan Senate's approval of a gambling compact with the Gun Lake Tribe Dec. 13 “was not about how evil gambling is,” according to State Sen. Jo­ anne Emmons. R-Big Rap­ ids. “It was about whether we’re going to get money from the casino or we’re not going to get money. In the U.S. Constitution it says the federal government has the exclusive right to bargain with foreign governments, states and Indian nations. States are completely cut out from dealing with Indian tribes. But the federal gov­ ernment. when it gave (Na­ tive American tribes) gam­ bling, said, ‘States, you may have a role in this. You may negotiate a compact.’’’ Without such a compact. Emmons said, “we have no ability to regulate anything or get any money off Indian casinos. I agree with all those people who don't like gambling. But since the state of Michigan voted for the three casinos in Detroit, we have no leg to stand on. We’ve got three illegal casi­ nos now” (in other areas of Michigan) “that are not on Indian lands and are not ne­ gotiated. A judge said they are illegal. But we can't do anything. We’re basically in a powerless position in rela­ tion to Indian tribes.” Like an earlier Michigan House resolution passed Dec. 10, the Senate resolu­ tion asked Gov. Engler to execute an existing compact. Because the compact wording has already been approved by the legislature, all that’s needed now to make the compact official is the governor’s signature. “Our lawyers are still looking at the compact and resolutions." Matt Resch of the governor’s press office said. Once language of the compact is examined, then “the governor will make a determination on whether or not to execute this.” The compact is similar to 11 other gambling compacts approved by the legislature in previous years for other tribes in the state. One dif­ ference involves tobacco tax revenues. Emmons said. The tribe has agreed to turn over to the state any taxes col­ lected on tobacco sales. In Mt. Pleasant casino customers pay $5 per pack of cigarettes, and the tribe “doesn’t turn any money in” to the state, Emmons said. Emmons said a comment by State Sen. William Van Regenmorter that the com­ pact allows the Gun Lake Tribe to move their casino to “anywhere in the state” was not true. The Senate resolu­ tion states that the compact only governs a gaming facil­ ity on “lands that are the subject of a federal fee-totrust process to become tribal lands of the Match-EBe-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians of Michigan at the northeast comer of the intersection of U.S. 131 and 129th Street (M-179), which lands are lo­ cated in Wayland Township in Allegan County.” The resolution goes on to say the site consists of 147 acres, but an Environmental As­ sessment of the property by the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs says there are 146 acres at the site. The 20-year compact calls for the Gun Lake Tribe to pay eight percent of the net win of the casino from all Class III electronic games of chance to the State of Michi­ gan School Aid Fund. An­ other two percent of the net win from electronic games is to go to local municipali­ ties. “Supposedly some $10 million is going into the State Aid Fund" per year, Emmons said. The influx of money for education may offset recent cutbacks in state spending on education due to a lagging economy, she said. Emmons said the tribe may have the casino open by this summer or even sooner. “They can set up temporary casinos very quickly,” she said. “This tribe has been working on (the casino) for a long time. It doesn’t take long to get slot machines set up.” The property on which the casino is to be located already has a large building that was previously used as a manufacturing facility. According to tribe spokesperson Leland Bas­ sett. the casino will continue to be in a holding pattern until the U.S. Bureau of In­ dian Affairs approves put­ ting the casino land into trust. A casino can’t be op­ erated on the land unless the federal government holds the land in trust. The BIA recently com­ pleted the aforementioned Environmental Assessment of the casino land, which brought the tribe a lot closer to the eventual conclusion of the federal approval process, according to Bassett. The tribe is pleased about the House and Senate votes, he said. “We’ve very happy for the people of Allegan and Barry counties and the surrounding areas, because of the 4,300 jobs, local sup­ plier purchases, local and state revenue-sharing and proven recreation attraction this brings to the area.” Emmons said the casino is “going to bring you good and bad.” There is no doubt the ca­ sino will bring economic de­ velopment to the area, she said. “I think it does provide jobs,” she said. She quoted a in Indiana has thus far kept state senator from southeast Michigan who said the three Indian tribes in Benton Har­ casinos in Detroit have re­ bor and Battle Creek from sulted in the building of ho­ opening casinos. Emmons believes the big­ tels and restaurants in Royal Oak (a northern suburb of gest objection many people Detroit). In Mt. Pleasant, not have with casinos is that only has the casino spurred they promote gambling. The issue is "moral, it’s emo­ development, she said, the two percent of casino reve­ tional,” and those legislators nues collected by local mu­ who voted against the casino nicipalities. totaling in the think stopping further casi­ millions, has made a “sig­ nos will save some people nificant impact” on provid­ from becoming addicted to ing local government serv­ ices. “It’s used for roads, education, senior citizens" and many other things that benefit local citizens, she said. Likewise, she said, not only will municipalities in or near the Gun Lake Tribe’s casino benefit from revenue-sharing, it’s possi­ ble that nearby larger cities may receive economic bene­ fits. Grand Rapids politicians and businesspeople have been vocal in their opposi­ tion to the Gun Lake casino, saying it will take revenue away from Grand Rapids businesses. Emmons said it is “un­ fair” to complain about casi­ nos on the basis that they will provide competition. She said a well-funded ef­ fort by the Blue Chip Casino gambling or becoming bur­ dens on taxpayers after they lose their money, she said. “There arc a'lot of people who arc recreational gam­ blers." she said. “They get along fine. It’s the ones who bet over their heads” who get into trouble and some­ times wind up stealing money to feed their gam­ bling habit, she said. Continued next page Thornapple Massage Clinic Gentle massage for stress relief migraine & tension * headache, sports massage, warm hand wax dip for * arthritis and aroma therapy Hours by appointment Evening & Saturday Certificates * appointments available make great Christmas Pat Bowerman, L gifts! J > Registered Nurse, ^Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 1616-838-3084 9426 Spring Creek Ct. p7, Middleville MI 49333 Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. Gun Lake Community Church Meeting you right where you're at COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE 6:00 and 11:00 p.m. God's Gift to you this Christmas ... Peace Featuring Celebration Voices, GLCC Worship Team and the A-l Players Gun Lake Community Church 12200 West M-179 Highway. Wayland. MI 49348 (269) 795-7903 4 Days 5 Days 7 Days *249* ^299* ^*499 �Page 4/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 24 2002 From previous page said that the casino debate is “all about money. It’s not about the abuse that will in­ of people who start going to casinos get addicted and a 65-year-old grandmother crease toward children. It won’t be about spousal abuse. It won't be about in­ ruptcy and abusive situa­ lionaire who lost some $550,000, and he committed who some suicide. That’s why Las Ve­ creased crime. It won’t be $300,000 tearfully going to jail because she was ad­ gas is the number one sui­ cide capital, and let me tell about increased bankruptcy. It won’t be about increased dicted to gambling. Then the you Michigan is following following week we had a Detroit police officer who up on that ” State Sen. Dale Shugars debt that goes on w hen these people get addicted. We do lost some $250,000, and he State Sen. George Hart committed suicide. And then said during the debate over we had a very wealthy Farmington Hills multimil­ the casino vote that “you read week after week about embezzled know that up to 15 percent they do end up in bank­ tions. and that costs us." State Sen. Bill Schuette disputed Emmons’ claim that the state was being the old federal government, “about the proliferation of coming at us. You know that gambling states aren’t wusses in our system. We fight with the Schuette called the increase federal government all the time. We sue the federal “Nevada-ization of the state government on EPA clean air acts, welfare exceptions. in casinos in Michigan the of Michigan, with more ca­ sinos than any other state government (except) Nevada." State Sen. Ken Sikkema does not have a gun pointed quoted a recent Time Maga- toward our heads." Schuette said the debate is See casino, page 12 forced into the compact. “This is not about the The state being helpless — (that) we’ve got the big. bad wolf. federal ® 0aintd LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY AIASKA BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 A Living Church - Serving a Liling Lord Brwc S Slew art. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Awt Pastor Touch Douglas G. Reason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Musk Minister Pastor David Stewart. CF Children s Pastor Morning Worship 9 30 a m Fellowship Time . 10:35 a.m. Sunday School............................... 10 50 a m Evening Praise 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY. Family Night 6 30 pm 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr. Brian F Harrison ________ Youth Pastor Kerin Stiles_________ C 0 II II 'JI I 1 I CHURCH o place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 St 1100 am. Youth Ministry ....................................... 891-0576 Now netting in our new building at 8175 Broadmoor' Rev Michael Savwetl. lead Pastor Joe Cipt it. Worship leader Dennv Bounui, Youth Pastor Church Office 616-891 -0287 _______ Visit our web site ww bnghtside erg CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Church with a earing heart for atr community and the world" Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Sen ke Sunday Evening Service Wednevlay Mid Week Prayer Word at bfe Club* 9.45 a.m 11-00 a.m 600 p m 6 45 p m 6 45 p m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 1115 a m 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Worship ............................................ 9:30 am. Sunday School.......................... 11:00a.m. Adult Bible Class.......................... 11:00 a.m. Rev. E Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 1664 N. M-37 Highwav Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 Located near the comer of M-J7 and McCann Service l imes: Sunday School....................................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................................. 11 00 a.m. Evening Worship.................................. 6:00 p.m. Youth Group:............................. 6 00 p.m. Sunday Midweek 7:00 p.m. Wed 9:30 a m. Thurs. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Sunday Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m and 6:00 p m. (Child & Adult) (Dunng the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stulp, Youth Director Al Titmeyer, Community Calling Services at 9:30 a m. and 6 p.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street, Alto, Ml 49302 A Church for today s world Spirit-filled family Church. Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 al 100th St. Rev P Adams Phon? 891-8440 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH One mile east of Whitneyville Rd GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M-179 Highwav (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. MI 49• 795-7905 Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you re at - through: Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass ... .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. 9:45 a m ,A .Morning Worship 1100 a m Wed Felk* 4np ‘ 1 m) pm Traditional Service Acoustic Praise Sr Worship Service 8:30 AM 1100 AM Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 945 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6 30 PM Informal mid-week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Office Phone 89! 8688 New' Check out our new web site www.StPaulCaledoina.org SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131st Ave . Wayland Ml 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd (northtivst of Gun Litre > Sat. Evening Mass 500 p.m (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 a m 9:30 a.m Mass at St Therese Church tn Wayland while renovations are being made _______________ 792-2889_______________ THORN APPLE BIBLE CHURCH Preaching the Living Word Serving The Risen Lord Sunday School 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worship 1():4D a.m. (Jr Church 8c Nursery available.) Currently meeting at: UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Atto, Ml 49302 Worship Hours 900 a.m_ and 10 30 am. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 Lakeside Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Mumng Wbnfop >30 a* Tradtanral 1115 a* icMpon Sunday Sdxul for Al Ape> FrOOaaa Suiday E»mrg Scmcr 500 pm FT Fhends Pte-xhod xh trJOpjn Aduk ikbk Study Vcurato > pm Pastor EG Fnzzell my Church Ph. 6/6-868-68/0 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 St Paul Luton Church Mttsouri Sgnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile wast of M-37 ®l)e ®lli ®im£ V^rSifletljolJigt CljurcI) Relevant Messages Dynamic Mucic Quality Child Care and Program^ Communitv of O]ui$t Leighton Church 10 50 a_m Wafetttat 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phon* 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vicar - Rev. David T. Hurtwick Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Jr. High, Sun. 6:30 pm Sunday School...10:00 am. Morning Wofship...11:00 am. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Community Church A Place for Family A F Heads Worship Senices 8 30 a m and 11OO a.tn 6201 Whunendk Asenue. Aho CHRISTIAN REFORMED Sundas School 9 45am Coffee Fellowship 10 30 a m CoManpoory WorsJup 9:30 am. (Nursery available throughout' Sunday School for AU Ages 10 45 a m. E v enmg Worship 600 pm Rex Noonan Kohns (616)891-8167 Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office M-0J91 Church Office 61fv891 866«J • Fat 891-8648 _______ w w Wjcukdomaana: ocg______________ www lakrsadeixunmumty arg Praise Singing I IC ■ XC L-—■------ ' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 a m Parmelee Momrg Worship Mddtevffe Mornrsg Worsho Sunday School (Addts) Nursery - Grode 5 Sr High - Sun Evening Jr High - Grades 6-8. Wed Evenrg 1100 am 9 45 am 1100am 600-800 pm 6 00-7 30 p m Rei Let' Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COMMUNITY Chrtam CaA Dre. 24 - Chriw ft* - Caudles «f Chasm* ObrariCait Church School. Sunday ------- -------- , 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion 2nd Sunday) WAYFARER^ 250 V ine Street M- 37 to Emtu<>ns to V inc ALASKA CONGREGATION In Irving) SwMtaiIim«» Emmons Lake Elementary 8950 Krall SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868 4725 a CALEDONIA £r UNITED METHODIST 8146 68th St near Whrtneyv«e Ave 2415 McCann Rd. Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod! Michigan.” in nyrvrc • Yiav. rw» umomc tma - 1 'O2S • e-mad k-igh?'t < net M-37 between Middle , die &. Caledonia Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study Nursery &. children’s activities dunng all services. Programs fix all ages For more information. (616) 891-8119 or uww oeaccchurchcc Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for Cod- Sunday Worship A30 am Christian Educator. Hour 11.Warn 4 Wednesday " Family Night 5 45-8#’ pro ■ III > III0 PaaarPwlM. Hillman 3aMh Pastor Dmdfato 6951 Hnna Lake Avmut 'afedoraa 16-6WW01 redetme^wnm: *** redemwr^tnMtMi A eumhei efhe Camvumf Cforto irf Amenta CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School’s cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor: Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dulton office al (616) 65-65-WAY Check our web site, w-w w. wayfqrercc.org whitneyville BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WhstneyvRe Are at 84th St • 891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody. . and Jesui is U>rd‘ Meeting at Caledonia High School Sxxlay School 9 30 am. Suraay Momog Woty<, 5130am Meetv^g at crape on M meyvae Ave Surday Evenrg Wcmp 6 00 pm Wed Maweek P»ayer 4 Bate Study 7 00 p m tw. feomoi 9uyi Rwor • 3«v tort tosnior. A»oc Papa weoste wr»’reyv*eoe»e erg �The Sun and News. Middleville Mi December 24. 2002/Page 5 Engagements Winchesters to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Chuck and Lois Winchester will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on December 28, 2002. They have two children. Wayne and Yvette Winchester and children Rebecca, Keith, Allyson and Melissa; and Randy and Tara Winchester and children Jaycie, Riley and Kylan. Smith-Brink Allen-Scott Bud and Patti Smith of Caledonia are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter Allison to Brian Brink, son of Glenn and Vicki Brink of Hamil­ ton. A March 1. 2003 wedding is being planned. Allison is a graduate of Caledonia High School and Michigan State University, and is an agronomist at Caledonia Farmers Elevator. Brian is a graduate of Holland Christian High School and Davenport University and is co-owner of Brink Farms Trucking. Pamela Gayle Allen and Joseph Jerry Scott were unit­ ed in marriage on Sept. 29. 2002 at the historic Little Church of the West in Las Vegas, NV. The bride was attended by her sister. Paula Porter of El Paso, TX and her parents. Bryan and Pat Allen of Caledonia, MI. The groom was attended by his brother, David Scott and his parents. Jerry and Madeline Scott, all of Alto. The couple honeymooned for a week in the Las Vegas area. Following their return to Michigan, a reception was held in the couple’s honor at CJ’s Dun Dee Ranch. The couple reside in Walker. Edna Bechtel to mark 92 years Call 945-9554 for classified ads Hofstra-Meek to wed Mr. and Mrs. David Hofstra of Freeport and Mr and Mrs. James Meek of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of their children. Heidi Rene Hofstra and Steven James Meek. Heidi is a 2000 graduate of Barry County Christian High School and is currently employed at Meijers Inc. at Cascade Steven is a 1998 graduate of Barry County Christian High School and is attending Baptist Bible College. Clarks Sumit. PA. and is cur­ rently working at Applebees Restaurant. A March 15. 2003 ued­ iting is being planned. c ATTENTION ALL FEMALES: o Ford Ablett of Middleville is OFF THE MARKET! Sony, gals, hang up %our riding boots, chaps, spurs and dancin' shoes, there's only one gal o if Ford will be spending time with for P the rest of his life, that's Sher Hillard 6 if -SftCflP leusnve OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late VMONDAY, WEDNESDAY, . THURSDAY 122 E. Main St., Middleville (next to Phil's Pitta) Call 795-7719 For Your Appointment!____ Dr. Bruce Pryor Robert and Nancy Anders to celebrate 50th anniversary Bob and Nan will celebrate 50 years together on Jan 10, 2003. Their children are, Jim and (Darla) Anders of Arizona, (Bruce) and Kim Bender, Jeff and (Deb) An­ ders, Rob Anders all of Michigan and Ken and (Dee) Anders of Florida. A family dinner will mark the occa­ sion. If you would like to send a card of congratulations please send to: Bob and Nan Anders, 4060 Grange Rd., Middleville, Michigan 49333. An open house and card shower will be held for the family and friends of Edna Bechtel of Middleville on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2003, from 2-4 p.m. at Carveth Village, 690 W. Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333, for her 92nd birthday. movie OUTPOST Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, Caledonia 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Open Christmas & New Years • Gift Baskets • Gift Certificates • Reservations on Movies • Previewed Movies & Games ; movie outpost I Rent One Movie or Game and l get a second rental FREE I with this coupon. I j Offer good at Caledonia location | • Games. Players & Accessories I Sunday thru Thursday I Caledonia staff wishes I Free rental of equal or lessor value. One coupon per visit you a safe and happy I Holiday Season! 1 Expires 1*6/03 Product Id SunAd I I | I * is celebrating his 80th birthday on December 28. In remembering the many, var­ ied experiences of practicing medicine for over 50 years in Hastings, he recalls with fondness the joy and happiness he's experienced while living and working in this very special community. Since we are creating a memory book for him, we would love to have cards and notes from his friends, former patients, and colleagues. Please include memories that have been shared through the years. Mail to: 820 West Madison, Hastings, Ml 49058 �Page 6/The Sun and News, Middleville Ml/December 24. 2002 Free dinner precedes free parenting seminars by Mary McDonough Staff Writer There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but there is free dinner and even free baby-sitting for those attending parenting classes this winter and spring. Even the classes are free. The classes, called “Fam­ ily Workshop Series 2003,” will be held once a month in January, February, March and April in four different areas of the county: Hast­ ings. Delton, Nashville and Middleville. A number of local organi­ zations are sponsoring the classes: the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County: the school districts of Hastings, Delton, Maple Valley and Thornapplc Kel­ logg; Early On; Region 12 Sexual Abuse Prevention Education; Barry County Family and Children’s Serv­ ices; Barry Community Mental Health: the ARK: and Children’s Protective Services. In January, the topic of the presentation is “BullyProofing Your Child.” In February the topic is “How to Grow Confident Kids.” In March the topic will be “How Can 1 Discipline My Child?” In April the topic is “Family Time Without the TV Monster.” Workshops address the needs of families with chil­ dren from preschool to high school. Child care sessions will include learning activi­ ties for children that com­ plement each month's pres­ entation topic. For instance, as parents learn how to help their child deal with bullies or become less bullying themselves, children will practice strategies for defus­ ing bullies, etc. Each session begins with dinner at 5:30 p.m. The We had such wonderful times traveling on vacations, but now Bob has a hard time remembering his way around the town he has spent his entire life in. We at Woodlawn Meadows offer a delightful alternative to nursing homes with our quality assisted living facility that provides specialized alzheimer’&dementia care. • 24 Hour Compassionate Care • Respite Care • Emergency Call System • Dementia Care • Individual Personal Assistance • Barber & Beauty Shop • Podiatric Care • Complete Laundry & Housekeeping • Activity Programming • Wheelchair Accessibility • Medication Management V leadvivs i 1 | ll 1821 N. East St. Hastings An Assisted Lluing& Specialised Memory Care Community 269-948-4921 presentation will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Child care will be provided on site (free pizza dinners will be for both children and adults). Class dates are as follows: January (Bully Proof­ ing Your Child i: Jan. 6. Maple Valley High School. Nashville Jan. 13, Delton Kellogg High School, Delton Jan. 20, Hastings High School. Hastings Jan. 27. Thornapple Kel­ logg Learning Center. Mid­ dleville February (How to Grow Confident Kids): Feb. 10, Delton Kellogg High School. Delton Feb. 17, Maple Valley High School, Nashville Feb. 20, Hastings High School, Hastings Feb. 24. Thornapple Kel­ logg Learning Center, Mid­ dleville March (How Can 1 Dis­ cipline My Child): March 10. Delton Kellogg High School, Delton March 17. Hastings High School. Hastings March 24, Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center, Middleville March 31. Maple Valley High School. Nashville April (Family Time Without the TV Monster): April 14. Delton Kellogg High School, Delton April 17, Maple Valley High School, Nashville April 21, Hastings High School, Hastings April 28, Thornapple Kel­ logg Learning Center, Mid­ dleville Presentations will be the same at each of the four dif­ ferent locations. Thus par­ ents who are unable to at­ tend on one date can attend on a different date during the same month and hear the same presentation. For in­ stance, someone from Hast­ ings unable to attend Jan. 20 can attend Jan. 27 in Mid­ dleville, which is only a 20minute drive from Hastings. The TK Learning Center is located on Main Street in Middleville just west of M37 in the renovated building where the old middle school used to be located (next to The Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County is one of several organiza­ tions in the county sponsoring “Family Workshop Series 2003 ’ The council s ex­ ecutive director. Karen Jousma, is shown. was selected to address the cipline needs are different McFall Elementary). Hastings High School is problem of school violence. with different children. “Bullying has been linked “Some kids, you send them located on the corner of South Street and Market in to violence in schools,” to their room and they’re Jousma said. “If we can help devastated. Some you have Hastings. Maple Valley High kids learn how to respond to to practically ground from School is located on Ver­ bullying, or how to identify breathing for a week before montville Road north and a bully, maybe we can re­ they get the message.” The presentation will deal east of Nashville (State duce some of the issues that with those and other disci Road turns into Vermont­ lead to school violence.” The subject of the Febru­ plinc questions. Jousma ville Road east of Nash­ ary presentation, building said. Once again, parents ville.) children ’s self-esteem, was will be asked to share some . Delton Kellogg High School is located on the chosen because “self-esteem of their discipline strategies, south side of Delton Road helps a child to have the both successful and unsuc­ skills to deal with stressful cessful. just west of M-43. The April presentation, According to Karen situations. You always hear Jousma, executive director that the reason behind kids helping families develop of the Child Abuse Preven­ making poor choices is they strategies for spending lime tion Council of Barry wanted to feel better about together without the televi­ County, those sponsoring themselves or wanted to be sion, was selected for a the parenting classes de­ liked. If children have self­ number of reasons, Jousma cided to provide dinner to esteem they can make deci­ said. Family lime has been make it easier for parents to sions because they’re good shrinking as demands arc bundle children in the car for them,” not because of put on two-income families and more time is spent with and head off to class without peer pressure, she said. Part of the presentation televisions, computers, having to spend time prepar­ ing dinner, eating and clean­ will include asking parents video games, etc. “Televi­ ing up afterward. More par­ for their input into what has sion has replaced family in­ ents will be able to attend if helped them foster their teraction,” Jousma said it is easier for them to do so, children’s self-esteem and Those working regularly what strategies haven’t been with families have identified Jousma said. quality family time as help Holding the presentations successful. Disciplining children, the ful in children’s develop­ in four different areas of the subject of the March presen ­ ment. Oftentimes children county will also make it eas­ ier for people to attend, she tation, is always a major is­ first learn to socialize and said. “One of the problems sue for parents, Jousma said. interact with others through has always been transporta­ Parents wonder whether the family, Jousma said. If tion,” she said. “We felt it they should use physical that interaction is being re­ was important to take the punishment such as spank­ placed with television workshops to the individual ing, and wonder if spanking watching, children won’t can be considered child have some basic skills they communities.” Jousma said the organiza­ abuse. As their children require later in life when tions sponsoring the classes grow, parents continue to re­ they arc in school or work decided to offer them be­ quire new discipline strate­ situations that require good cause surveys and assess­ gies appropriate to the socialization skills. ments being done by the dif­ child’s age. Also, Jousma ferent organizations indi­ said, some parents find dis­ Continued next page cated a need for such classes. Adults can take advantage of the classes for a number of reasons, she said. “This is an opportunity for not only parents who want to in­ crease their knowledge of parenting, it’s also contin­ ued learning for foster par­ ents, it offers learning op­ portunities for teachers, and it’s for parents working with Family and Children’s Serv­ ices.” It’s also for those Sohaaf, PA-C and lunette Grange, D O helping children through the of court system, or grandpar­ Middleville Doctors, PC. ents who have taken over 4695 N M-37 Hwy Ste. 1 parenting duties from their Middleville. Ml 49333 children, she said. (269) 795-3315 Organizers chose the top­ ics after winnowing down a long list of parenting sub­ jects that often come up, she “Care for the entire family” said. The bullying presentation Msh you Happy, Healthy Holidays! �The Sun and News. Middleville. MLDecember 24 2002/Page 7 Kool T’s teach business acumen to 5th-graders Fourth-grader Mishay Brooks won this T-shirt as part of the promotion of the Hodges Kool T’s company. She is surrounded by company workers Kim Niblock. Matraca Tolan and Seth VanKuiken. The accounting team of Samuel Thaler. Michelle Le- A representative group of students in Mike Hodges fifth grade class told mem­ bers of the TK School Board about the Kool Ts Company project they do. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Representatives from Mike Hodges' fifth grade class were on hand to be congratulated at the Dec. 9 Thornapplc Kellogg School Board meeting for their hard work in the Hodges Kool T’s company. Members of the class arc interviewed for positions in the T-shirt creating company from promotion, sales, pro­ duction, graphics and even accounting. The class rc- ceived a certificate and all the students received appre­ ciation pins. The class tries to sell 200 T-shirts each year. The prof­ its are used to pay for an overnight field trip to Binder Park Zoo. The class does other fund-raisers such as a car wash or bake sale if they need to raise more money. Last year they sold 96 shirts. Students learn about or­ dering supplies, quality con­ trol and accounting during this project. From previous page Jousma also said getting children away from televi­ sion gets them away from the violence that permeates the media. Through televi­ sion, “children become de­ sensitized to violence,” Jousma said. Bringing par­ enting back into the equa­ tion will help children have a more balanced viewpoint. Getting families away from the television also in­ creases a family’s fun, she said. The presentation will help families learn to be to­ gether in fun ways without making a major production of it (i.e., without having to head to an amusement park or other expensive recrea­ tion location.) Jousma said the work­ shops’ sponsoring organiza­ tions have donated space Call 945-9554 lor classified ads and presenters. Local pizza makers will be asked to pro­ vide the dinners. Sponsors will also be seeking mini­ grants for the parenting se­ ries, Jousma said. Pre-registration will allow the sponsors to provide for as many participants as sign up. “We have the flexibility to have four or 40 people,” she said. No matter how many sign up, she said, “we’re prepared to present a full well-rounded presenta­ tion.” This is the first time the council and other sponsors have attempted such a “userfriendly” parenting work­ shop series, Jousma said. After the series is con­ cluded, “we’ll evaluate the program, keep the good things, change the not-sogood things, and hopefully offer it again.” Those wanting to sign up for the classes can do so by calling 269'948-3264. This year’s chief produc­ tion officer is Ben Dickerson. the promotion chief and co-chief production officer is Megan Foote. On the pro­ motion and poster making team are co-leader TJ Dodge, Katrina Geers, Kath­ erine Rekis, Amanda French and Kimberly Miller. The sales team included team leader Christopher Smith. Rebecca Denney, Jessica VanRhee, Seth VanKuiken. Nic Scobey, Grant Weesic. Grace Dan­ iels, Kyle VandenBosch, Kayla Katsma and Jordan Schnike. The production graphics team is Teddy Rosenberg, Tim Olsen, and Cameron Kulhanek. The production shirt making team includes nartz and Nick Steele is ready to keep track of the expenses and income. Order forms for T-shirts Just Say AH are available at Page Ele­ mentary School. Call Hodges at 795-7944 for in­ formation. Meet Dr. Jennifer Battiste, primary care physician, along with life long Caledonia resident Leon VanderLaan, PA C, at the Caledonia Office of Advantage Health. Vanderlaan ?u and look forward to m? mily providing you and yo sive with personal, compre health care services. 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Main St, Middleville Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m.« Christmas Morning 10:00 a.m. « New Year's Eve 7:00 p.m. �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/December 24 2002 Village Stylists introduces new straightening system by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer It seems everyone wants different hair than they were bom with. Stick straight hair generally gets permed. Curly hair often requires straightening. That’s where the dilemma lies. Straightening with hot irons is time consuming and doesn’t last. Chemical straighteners last longer, but often make hair look proc­ essed. How to get a soft, manageable hairstyle when a mass of unruly, or worse yet, frizzy curls are the norm? Village Stylists in Caledo­ nia has a cutting edge an­ swer. Village Stylists is one of the first salons in the Greater Grand Rapids area to introduce the Rusk Ther­ mal Str8 Internal Restructur­ ing System. This new, ionic technology leaves curly hair "pin-straight, shiny and healthy."as well as manage­ able. "I first read about it in the back of a magazine." said salon owner Lynn BuerBaird. She sent two of her cosmetologists. Suzanne Hock and Lori Brandow. to the class. These two arc now certified technicians for Rusk 's Thermal Str8. According to information provided by Rusk, Thermal Str8 is an "internal restruc­ turing system that perma­ nently straightens exces­ sively curly or wavy hair while leaving it in optimum condition." Buer-Baird is honest when she says, ’It’s a long process, and expensive, like anything that’s new. (But) we’re excited to be able to offer this service, especially for people that have always wanted straight hair.' Hoek said that Thermal Str8 will not be sold to sa­ lons by Rusk "unless you’re certified. There’s a lot of de­ tails that go into (the proc­ ess) so they don’t want you to mess it up." Besides the actual time for processing, (at least four hours). Thermal Str8 has an­ other time factor to be dealt with. There is absolutely no swimming, (gym) workouts, hot tubs, pony tail holders, tucking hair behind the ear or washing, allowed for three days. According to Rusk, the process needs the 72 hours to completely oxi­ dize. "You may even need to take a day (or two) off of work." said Hoek. She ex­ plained that if you worked in a dry cleaners you wouldn't want to go into work for a couple of days after the straightening process be­ cause of the high humidity. "This is for someone that has naturally curly hair." stressed Hoek. "Not just if you don’t like your perm. There arc other processes, much easier, less expensive, that can take care of (un­ happy perm results)." If you’re contemplating this procedure, there are a few things you need to Solid Impact Fitness HOURS: M-Tli 5am-9pin; Fri. 5ain-8pm Sat. 8am-2pni; Sun.9ani-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 know. Hair needs to be at least four inches long — this process is geared more to­ ward longer hair. Hair that has been previously straight­ ened by sodium hydroxide products can not be straight­ ened with Thermal Str8 be­ cause of the chemical inter­ action. The process starts at $400. But every head of hair is individual. The price de­ pends on curliness, length, thickness, etc. "We figure that if some­ one has always hated their hair, they won’t mind spend­ ing the money." said Buer. Thermal Str8 completely straightens hair as opposed to just reducing curls. But new growth can’t be straightened for six to nine months; another four inches of new growth is required for a retouch. "The weight of their hair helps to keep it smooth." ex­ plained Hoek. "And we send them home with products that help the new growth to straighten." This type of thermal straightening wasn't devel­ oped by Rusk, "but they per­ fected it with all the condi­ tioners and things," said Hoek. It seems that the con­ ditioning and (hair) protec­ tion is provided through "a combination of vitamin B5, soy proteins, wheat proteins and keratin amino acids. A special Rusk Ceramic Str8 Iron is used specifically for this method to provide per­ manently straightened hair that is smooth, shiny and healthy." In conjunction with an upcoming advertisement. Village Stylists in Caledonia will be listed in “People” magazine as a salon that is certified to perform the Rusk Thermal Str8 Internal Restructuring System. Village Stylists offers a free consultation to anyone interested in the process. For more information about this or any other products/processes. call 891-1591. Second graders at Lee Elementary School carry on a tradition of creating Gin­ gerbread houses for the holidays. The homes are built on a milk carton frame and embellished with all sorts of treats Here Chase Gross. Mary Rose Webster and Brooklyn LaMange start planning. Gingerbread houses constructed 3:02P CJ Bronkema and Taylor Dalton show off their “almost" good enough to eat creations. These students are all in Linda Thaler’s second grade class. When you drink the water, remember the spring. —Chinese proverb When “whom” is correct, use some other formulation. —William Safire Hi! We’re Hastings City Bank. A local choice for all your banking needs.” Throughout the world, more people belong to the teaching profession than to any other. Love is an heirloom. This is its symbol. Hastings City Bank Here Fur You Since 1SS6 The largest tish is the whale shark, which weighs more than twice as much as an African elephant! 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In Caledonia adults sign up to read at least 10 books and can choose either a mug or reading log when they finish their 10 books. If adults read five books in ad- Earthwormt get air from spaces between particles of •oil When it raina, earth­ worms coma to the surface to avoid drowning! dition from other genres, they qualify for prizes. This year’s winter reading club will be next in the se­ ries of “Let it Snow” reading clubs. This year’s is called Readers of the Purple Sage.” The January book discus­ sion group Jan. 8 in Caledo­ nia will discuss “The Friendship Cake,” with books available at the li­ brary. The book discussion group begins at 1 p.m. As part of this year’s win­ ter reading program, all of Kent County is “Reading Along the River.” reading the same book “Peace Along the River” with book discus­ sions. On Feb. 5 a book discus­ sion of “Peace Along the River” will be held at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Caledonia library. Librarian Jane Heiss says, “We hope to attract some of the readers who can’t attend a day lime program.” Lief Enger, author of “Peace Along the River.” will speak March 20 on the book. The Caledonia Li­ brary is at 240 Emmons St. in Caledonia. Hours are Tuesday, 2 to 6 p.m.: Wednesday, noon to 8 p.m.: and Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. At Freeport readers are required to read 10 books or listen to 10 books on tape from the Freeport Library collection between Jan. 2 and March 15. Those who complete the challenge will receive a col­ lector's edition coffee mug and be eligible for other prizes. Jan Doyle says, “All adult readers are encouraged to join in the fun of the reading program. In past years many of the participants have been hesitant to try to meet such a lofty goal. But they have been pleasantly surprised to find it was not that difficult and they rediscovered the joy of reading in the proc­ ess.” Doyle says that readers can sign up at the library now for the IdidaREAD challenge. Freeport District Library hours are Monday and Thursday. 1 to 8 p.m.: Wednesday. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Friday. 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturday. 9-11 a.m. Call 765-5281 for more information. We know there's lots of places where you can get lattes or smoothies. ...thanks for choosing the Bean Gracias - Merci - Danke - Arigato Gosaimasu - Kiitos Thank You Spasibo - Tack - Dyakuyu * Bedankt - Tak - Dziekuje May you have a wonderful holiday and a bright new year. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces in 2003! Caledonia Crossings Mall 891-7700 Cherry Valley (M-37) % Mile South of 84th “1/ Pennock, Personal Care is More Than a Promise." Families that could go anywhere, count on Pennock Health Services. Why? Just ask Teresa Heide. 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The goal of the commis­ sion is to assure reclamation with good results in an area after the mineral resources are removed. The planned rehabilitation plan, included with the application prior to mining is to include any po­ tential adverse effects on the water table or underground water supply resulting from the removal of minerals. Consultant studies are to be done and provided with the application. Mining is not allowed in zones R-l, R-2 or R-3, or closer than 500 feet from any occupied dwelling, which is hoped to reduce the negative impacts on resi­ dents who have rights prior to those of the PMR opera­ tor. They can be up to 100 feet away from an Ag or RR district, but not closer than 500 feet from an occupied dwelling. Mining cannot take place closer than 30 feet from the property line and not steeper than one on five slopes, (one foot of ele­ vation to five feet of hori­ zontal measurement) but an exception may be made by the commission for bounda­ ries of properties owned by the operator. In past practice some op­ erators have mined up to the property line, causing ero­ sion, safety hazards and damage to neighboring property, a matter which needs policing. Negative im­ pacts on storm water drain­ age, ground water and water supply are to be controlled during mining, as well as at the end of operations. If slopes within the min­ ing area arc steeper than one on two, the area is to be fenced or graded at the days end before closing or other measures to protect people from harm are to be taken. A fence is not required around the perimeter of the PMR unless hazardous conditions are shown to exist, such as standing pools of water or cliff-like banks. The area is to have one entrance in and out and it is to be locked at night to pre­ vent vehicle entry. Drives are to be placed so mineral transport avoids residential streets if possible. Mined materials are not to be tracked onto the streets trav­ eled by trucks hauling sand or gravel. A performance or surety bond may be deter­ mined by the township to cover various correctional measures required by the township in connection with the PMR. Commissioner Don Koopmans said many issues related to PMRs need regu­ lar enforcement. The town­ ship now has a full time or­ dinance enforcement officer, Richard Thacker. He is sup­ posed to visit once a month to monitor slopes and to ver­ ify compliance with other is­ sues. One such rule as the 1/3 phasing rule, which allows 21 acres (raised from 15) to be involved in mining at a time. The stipulation re­ quires seven acres may be in the process of preparation, seven acres in the process of being excavated, and seven acres being rehabilitated, as explained by Brown. Inspec­ tion of each completed phase is to be verified by the ordinance officer before the operation can move on to a new area. It will be the op­ erator’s responsibility to call to obtain the inspection ap­ proval. Plantings on a rehabili­ tated section and in the 500foot buffer zone, to screen the mining operation from DEAR BARRY COUNTY, & HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER FACULTY & STAFF THE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING MONDAY. DEC. 23 until THURSDAY, JAN. 2nd WINTER/SPR1NG SEMESTER CLASSES START ON OR AFTER JANUARY 13th Visit KCC online at: www.kellogg.edu for full schedules at all locations NEW PAT CLASS SECTIONS ADDED AT THE FC: HUMANITIES/SOCIAL SCIENCE (MACRAO-eligible) RELIGIOUS HISTORY (HIST 106) 3 cr. Steve Youngs PHILOSOPHY OF ETHICS (PHIL 202) 3 cr. Steve Chamley SCIENCE (MACRAO-eligible) ANATOMY (BIOL 201 w/labi 4 cr. D.Hassan Call or visit the Center for full class information and rimes: 269-948-9500 the view of neighbors is to be maintained. If tree plant­ ings do not grow, it is the operator's responsibility to replant them so operations are screened from homes. In some cases berms would be appropriate, at the commis­ sioner's discretion. Commissioner Wally Bujak mentioned examples of dumping in the mining area, including asphalt, old con­ crete. drywall, used building materials stumps, and mate­ rials unrelated to the mineral removal. Commissioner Duane Gunnink said a common practice is to bring clay in to replace the sand which was removed. Natural materials brought in from off-site which are included in the end use plan would be all right, it was agreed. Noise would be restricted at 80 decibels at 50 feet. Hours of operation are to be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday. Minor maintenance of equipment would be allowed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays, with no activity allowed on Sundays. The new changes will in­ crease the authority of the township. All agreements and special requirements re­ lated to natural screening, landscaping, signs, ditches, routine inspections, etc., must be in compliance with the terms of compliance at any given time. The enforce­ ment officer can issue a stop work order or in extreme cases, fine the operation for a violation, which could also lead to losing the PMR per­ mit. If the permit is revoked, it is another 18 months be­ fore a new application can be made. Renewal of permits are the operator’s responsibility. PMR applicants must pay a deposit into an escrow ac­ count. The escrow is used for enforcement, legal fees related to the PMR. studies by experts, etc. The amount presumably would cover restoration of the site it abandoned, but was admit­ tedly inadequate. The amount of the account was raised from $3,000 to a minimum of $5,000 and .03 cents per ton collected for materials removed up to or exceeding $5,000 if deemed necessary. Additional costs are anticipated, the reason for increasing the minimum. The final rehabilitation plan should include the planned contours, which would plan for storm water runoff not to affect sur­ rounding lands and would comply with a township storm water ordinance. Approval of the revised PMR ordinance will include a public hearing, perhaps by Jan. 20 and two readings by the Township Board. Caledonia farmer beefs over sign fine politics by Ruth Zachary The posting of a sign for Angus beef in Caledonia came up at the Dec. 18 Township Board meeting when Dick Crissman said he had received a letter from the township about a sign he had at the car wash at 68th and Whitneyville Ave. He said he was told it was because the sign mentioned items for sale, explained in a more threatening letter which had come last week. He said the threat was for a fine of up to $500. The letter defined a bill­ board as, "any structure on which lettering or pictorial matter is displayed for the purpose of advertising a product, service, business or other commercial enterprise not conducted on the land on which the structure is lo­ cated, or where any product so advertised is not sold, manufactured, processed, fabricated, including a pub­ lic service announcement other than a political sign." Crissman said he couldn’t help but wonder why the township trustees would ex­ clude themselves from the rule, and this seemed to be a conflict of interest, "when your parents had put up signs in Alaska advertising that your services were for sale if we voted for you." He commented that was a product probably not con­ ceived, bom, manufactured or raised on that property "Our community is lit­ tered with political signs every year or two." He said if anything was "destructive to the rural atmosphere, that’s one of them." Crissman agreed he was raising a product and trying to sell it. One recent sign had said, "Vote for Angus beef." He mentioned a Baptist Church sign advertising a blood drive and other small signs on telephone poles put up to sell weight loss, gutter cleaning or deodorant soap, which "needs to be cleaned up," instead of browbeating others who arc trying to make a living. He said it appeared he was being singled out. Supervisor Bryan Harri­ son took up the matter of ad­ vertising something which isn't manufactured or con­ ceived on site. "If you own a business, you can advertise that busi­ ness. We don't want signs all over the township for a busi­ ness which isn't on site," Harrison said. This must be in a com­ mercial area, however, and is not allowed on a farm, it was later explained. Harrison said controlling the clutter has been an effort to balance the needs of eve­ ryone. "As far as where I was conceived or manufactured, I'm not going to tell any family secrets, but it was in Caledonia Township."Harrison quipped, and did allude to a Caledonia park. Harrison explained politi­ cal speeches arc allowed un­ der the First Amendment freedom of speech, but com­ mercial speech may be regu­ lated locally. The times po­ litical speech/signs arc posted also can be regulated. He said the vote for An­ gus beef sign had been al­ lowed during the time of the election, along with all other political beefs, but political signs are to be taken down 20 days after the election. He said all billboards arc re­ stricted to the M 37 corri­ dor, and asked this one be removed. He said residents support even stronger sign regulations. Harrison said signs on telephone poles arc re­ moved, but did not deal with the issue of fairness of the fine for Crissman's sign. The supervisor mentioned that the township would be reviewing the new improved sign ordinance next month. �The Sun and News Middleville. M(/December 24. 2002/Page 11 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues A solution for cable access issue? To the editor: The tug of war for control of the Caledonia area com­ munity channel 7 between the Caledonia schools, town­ ship, and village finally has a distinct direction. In a “proclamation from the bench,” Village President Penfold has declared how the public access channel will be run in the future. Though some details were unclear, the three local polit­ ical entities are to share the channel, with the village to have complete control of programming and broadcast­ ing on Monday and Tuesday, the township on Wednesday and Thursday, and the Caledonia school system on Friday and Saturday. It is unclear who will control content Sundays. It was stated that in the event of a need for an emer­ gency broadcast, permission must be received from the "owner" of that day’s pro­ gramming. To assure absolute adherence to the scheduling system. President Penfold proposes the Village of Caledonia use its accumulated cable fran­ chise fees to install a high tech computer controlled magnetic card activated locking system on the cable equipment area so entry is denied except to those authorized for that particular hour and day. The sophisti­ cated software will also record to the minute the time and date spent in the equip­ ment area by each individual volunteer. Logical progression in the application of the "Penfold Proclamation” leads to the following questions: A. Should the three user entities each buy their own equipment and have their separate public access chan­ nel, assuming the availabili­ ty of open cable channels? B. Should shared cable access channel time be allot­ ted according to percentage of financial support, if the township currently provides the most support, with the village and school providing negligible financial support? C. Should a shared cable access channel time be allot­ ted based on population served, assuming the village has I/8 the total township population, with the school population somewhere in between? Or should reason prevail, and should we have an equi­ table shared, equipped, and run public access channel, run by an independent com­ mittee of volunteers, freely supported by cable access fees, and free of political agendas and meddling? Most importantly, should the public access channel be run solely for the benefit, educa­ tion. and entertainment of the Caledonia area citizens? You decide. Clarence Slaughter. Caledonia Trojans top Belding, host duals Saturday The Trojan varsity wres­ tling squad topped Belding last Thursday to move to 2-0 in the O-K Blue. Going down the line up the Trojans two light weights split pins between the two teams, but TK won the next seven weight classes. Tommy Winright pinned his opponent in just 22 sec­ onds. In total five Trojans earned pins in the match at Belding. Pat McKeown earned a pin 39 seconds in to his match at 135. Christopher | At 145. Shane Shepherd earned a pin 3:10 into his match. Dayne Fletke at 152 pinned his opponent 1:17 into the opening round. Alec Belson moved up to the 275 spot and got a pin just 25 seconds in. Mike McKeown couldn't get a pin at 130. but earned just as many team points. He had a 10-2 lead, when his opponent had to default due to injury. At 119, Justin Lewis earned a 12-5 decision for TK. Kyle Fletke also pulled out a 7-4 decision for the Trojans other team points. The varsity wasn't the only Trojan team that had a good night Thursday. The jayvee squad went 12-1 in action at Belding on Thurs­ day. The varsity headed to Owosso on Saturday, after the paper went to press, the next time they hit the mats will be for the TK Duals on Saturday Dec. 28. There the Trojans will play host to Rockford. Northview. Grand Haven. Romeo, and St. John's in a tough day of wrestling. Hier. 616-891-1240 * General Dentistry for Children & Adults * - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to orfrom work) Quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. ▼ F \n Your Smile The First Thing People See! �Page 12/The Sun and News. Mtddlevifle Ml/December 24 2002 Caledonia Plan Commission begins CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Meeting Notice work on zoning ordinance revisions bv Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission con­ tinued the last phases of re­ vision of the zoning ordi­ nance Dec. 16, which will be aired in a public hearing and receive two readings be­ fore approval by the Town­ ship Board. Drafting changes needed in the section on general provisions was begun with the help of Jim Brown, the township attorney, and from comments submitted by Planner Dave Zylstra. Some previous issues re­ lated to general provisions have been raised in the dis­ cussions of other ordinance chapters, such as on private streets, driveways, home oc­ cupations, etc. Some items under general provisions discussed Dec 16 included: • Accessory building size in a rural residential zone was made larger than the previous limit for five to 10 acres by allowing an extra 200 square feet for each acre over two acres. This would allow 2,800 square feet on a ten acre parcel. A request for more than this would re­ quire application for a spe­ cial use permit. The limit for a building on a two-acre par­ cel would remain at 1,200 square feet. This will help the com­ mission by eliminating the number of requests for spe­ cial use permits. Problems can still arise when parcels with larger buildings are split, so they stand on fewer than the minimum acreage intended for a building on that size. • The zoning of a residen­ tial lot is determined by the zoning. Lot width on pie shaped lots would be meas­ ured at the setback line. Typical frontage width at the road would be a mini­ mum of 66 feet. • Fencing in residential zones is limited to six feet in height. Fences, walls, shrubs or hedges in the front yard are limited to four feet in height. The limit is 30 inches if within 15 feet of the front lot line at present, but this may be changed. The finished side is to face the neighbors, or finished on two sides. Barbed wire is not allowed. Fencing and wall materials used, such as wood, wire, brick, stone or vinyl arc likely to be defined in the final draft. • Vehicle repairs on resi­ dential property are to be undertaken indoors if work takes longer than 48 hours. • Semi-truck tractors with trailers, bulldozers, earth Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. carriers or cranes cannot be parked in R-l. R-2 or R-3 zones. Parking is allowed in RR zones for as much as 20 days in a 30-day period. This was expanded tQ in­ clude school and church buses. • Unattached or portable storage units and shelters for boats, trailers, miscellaneous equipment etc. must be lim­ ited to a certain size and length of time. If left over a 30-day period such struc­ tures must be subject to building ordinance stan­ dards. • The outdoor storage of trash, litter, industrial by­ products. used building ma­ terials. concrete, asphalt, and discarded or non oper­ ating motors or items on various properties are not generally allowed except in a lawful recycling operation, land fill, solid waste man­ agement. or industrial site. Definitions are being re­ fined. Attempts are made to control these civil infrac­ tions through voluntary compliance but collection sites such as junk yards or where used concrete is stored can be a problem. Some materials can be recy­ cled and are even valuable, but if the quantity is over a specified amount, the town­ ship may require moving the material/ items to an ap­ proved location. • Swimming pools are to be fenced behind minimum heights, and not more than four inches above the ground to prevent entry without passing through a gate or door. • Yard sales are to be less than three days. Perpetual sales are prohibited. Sale of licensed and unlicensed ve­ hicles and equipment is lim­ ited to 30 days. At Your Service! Your One Stop Water Store Water Softeners • Iron & Odor Filters Purified Drinking Water Systems Convenient Drive-Thru • 30 Years Experience Servicing All Makes & Models 9980 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia 1-888-891-0303 Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-6:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 December 18. 2002 AM MOTION CARRIED Present: Harrison Snyder. CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOS­ AL PROGRAM: Discussion was Cardwell Bravata Bujak. Rob­ held Moved Bravata. second ertson. and Stauner Stauffer to support the Christ­ Also Present Planner Mana­ mas Tree Removal Program as ger Zylstra UA Pierson. Deputy wntten Ayes Ail MOTION Clerk Palmer, and several citi­ CARRIED. zens THORNAPPLE DEVELOP­ Supervisor Hamson ted the ERS: Moved Snyder second Pledge and invocation CONSIDERATION OF THE Hamson to pay Thomappie Developers $45 000 as suggest­ AGENDA: Moved Hamson sec ed by Mika Meyers Discussion ond Bravata to remove item 100 was held Ayes Hamson. Sny­ - Lawn Care Bids Ayes: All MOTION CARRIED Moved der CardweH Bravata. Robert­ Bravata. second Hamson to add son and Stauffer Nay Bujak MOTION CARRIED equipment to item 101 - Fire SHAGBARK CONSOLIDA­ Service Vehicle Ayes: AH MO­ TION: Discussion was held TION CARRIED Moved Har­ Moved Hamson second Card rison. second Cardwell to add item 100 - 2003 Meeting Sched­ well to have the Township ule Ayes All MOTION CAR­ Attorney consolidate the two lawsuits Ayes All MOTION RIED. PUBLIC COMMENT: Fred CARRIED. Fleischmann requested removal FIRE SERVICE VEHICLE of Scottsmoor PUD from the AND EQUIPMENT: Moved consent agenda Dick Cnssman Stauffer, second Cardwell to discussed the sign ordinance allow Bennett to purchase turn­ CONSENT AGENDA: Rob­ out gear EMS parkas and ertson removed approval to pay Hydrant Steamer Valves and bills. Moved Hamson, second Voce Amps Ayes All MOTION Cardwell to approve the consent CARRIED. Moved Snyder sec­ agenda minus the approval to ond Bravata to bid $8500 for a pay bills Ayes All MOTION 1995 Tahoe from Hastings Fire Department Discussion was CARRIED. Discussion was held regard­ held Ayes All MOTION CAR­ ing the bills. Moved Harnson. RIED. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE second Snyder to approve the AMENDMENT NO. 31 OF approval to pay bills Ayes AIL MOTION CARRIED. GVMC: Moved Harnson. second INQUIRY OF CONFLICT OF Stauffer to adopt a resolution to INTEREST: None approve amendment No. 31 in REPORT FROM BOARD the Articles of Incorporation of OFFICERS AND STAFF: None Grand Valley Metropolitan CORRESPONDENCE: Kent Council Discussion was hek1 District Library - New Library regarding services Roll call Hours. Moved Harrison, second vote Ayes All MOTION CAR­ Snyder to allow the KDL in RIED. Caledonia Township to be open GRANT MONEY BOUNTY: extended hours Ayes All MO­ Discussion was held. Moved TION CARRIED. Harnson. second Snyder to give UTILITIES ACTION FROM a 10% bounty to successful DECEMBER 11, 2002 WORK­ grant writing staff and pubic SHOP: Discussion was held, Harnson withdrew his motion Paul Emerson requested the Moved Hamson. second Snyder original contract price. Moved to have Harnson research and Snyder, second Cardwell to draw up a grant money bounty allow final payment of $39,110 to plan. Ayes: Harrison, Snyder, be made for Contract #3. Ayes: Cardwell. Bravata, and Stauffer AIL MOTION CARRIED. Moved Nay: Bujak and Robertson Snyder, second Cardwell to approve pay estimate and approve change orders for #3, #4 and #10. Ayes: All MOTION zine article that “discusses CARRIED. Moved Cardwell, second Snyder to approve pay in some detail the problems request #11 and change order associated with the prolif­ #2. Discussion was held. Ayes: eration of Native American Snyder, Cardwell. Bravata, casinos around the country. Bujak, and Stauffer. Nay: Har­ rison and Robertson MOTION A federal law has utterly CARRIED. Moved Robertson, failed to properly oversee second Stauffer to allow the this matter of how what was additions and adjustments of the originally seen as a eco­ project budjet. all within budget constraints as written. Ayes: All. nomic development tool for MOTION CARRIED. impoverished Native Ameri­ Moved Stauffer, second cans has become anything' Cardwell to lower the existing but that for many Native sewer rate for M-37 customers from $24 to $21 a month. Roll Americans, and how it has call vote. Ayes: All MOTION been reduced to money­ CARRIED. chasing tribes and even (cre­ BOARD OF REVIEW AP­ ated) tribes from whole POINTMENTS - Moved Stauffer cloth.” second Bravata to appoint Warren Wetton, Kathy Jackson Van Regenmorter said Marion Stewart to the Board of “there was a study by United Review. Ayes: All. MOTION Way in 2001 of the Detroit CARRIED. casinos. If we extrapolate FIRE FIGHTER NEW HIRES: Moved Snyder second Cardwell the study into Allegan to hire Tom Milter. Jamie Ro­ County and the area sur­ bards Bill Wilson Scott SUer rounding the proposed ca­ Tammy Beemer. Jeremy Wohiford, Andy Carey. Discus­ sino site, this would be the sion was held Ayes All MO­ social cost: 1.1 percent TION CARRIED. pathological gamblers ALASKA AVE. PAVING —15,000 of them, 4 percent HEARING - DISCUSSION: Dis­ cussion was held regarding compulsive gamblers — paving Alaska Ave. from 68th to 60,000 of them. The average Burrstone and Burrstone to the debt of a compulsive gam­ 7600 Block Moved Stauffer bler is $18,000 to $50,000. second Bravata to allow Kent The best cate scenario is County Road Commission to hold a public heanng regarding that it would affect the state toe paving Fred Fleischmann of Michigan by $1.35 bil­ lion, the worst case by $3.75 discussed paving me entire stretch D»ck Cnssman dis­ billion. There is a cost, a tre­ cussed toe removal of the trees mendous social cost, to casi­ Discussion was held regarding nos.” cost and me pubic hearing In the Environmental As­ Ayes: Ail MOTION CARRIED. 2003 MEETING SCHEDULE. sessment of the Gun Lake Moved Stauffer second Snyder Tribe’s land, it states that to hofd Township Board meet­ the tribe will address the ings on the first and third Wednesdays of toe monto at toe compulsive gambling prob­ lem by paying for treatment Caiedorua Township Hal. Ayes MOTION CARRIED SYSTEMS COORDINATOR: Moved Harnson second Bra­ vata to appoint Richard Thacker as the Systems Coordinator Ayes A# MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZ­ ING THE USE OF A COMPUT­ ERIZED DATA BASE AS THE TAX ROLL: Discussion was held Moved Snyder second Hamson io adopt a resolution authorizing the use of a computenzed database as the tax roll Roll can vote Ayes AH MO­ TION CARRIED. APPOINTMENT TO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DUANE GUNNINK Moved Snyder second Stauffer to appoint Duane GunmnA to the Zoning Board of Appeals Ayes Al MOTION CARRIED. BOARD COMMENTS: Ham son discussed an invitation from City of Kentwood for an open house Bravata said Happy Holidays to evetyone Robertson discussed the Storm Water Ordinance Cardwoll discussed the 2002 tax biMs and the Township hours in December 2002 She also discussed dog licenses being available at the Township Office through March 1st PUBLIC COMMENT (EX­ TENDED): Don Mtesen of 7061 Cherry Valley thanked the Board for their work He also discussed the lighting at the Alaska Hall Cherry Valley needing Io be looked at for needed repairs, and the Cable Channel and H a controversies and Ns willing­ ness to help Discussion was held regarding the Cable Chan­ nel Fred Fleisbmann of 7033 Foeke discussed paving of roads and the hiring process at the Fire Department O. Nick Unger of Johnson St. discussed the Independence Day Commit tee and the need for Township personnel s help ADJOURNMENT: Moved Stauffer, second Bravata to adjourn Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Casino, continued from page 4 programs and prohibiting gambling for persons under 18 years old. The document also quotes a national study that said it can’t be proven that casinos increase crime. In four areas where casinos have been established, the assessment states, crime has actually gone down. State Sen. Leon Stille quoted a judge living in an area where a casino is lo­ cated. When questioned by a joint judiciary committee, the judge said that “you have a lot of financial trans­ action device crime; we sec an increase there — stolen ATM cards, credit cards We have people literally stealing chips, and we’ve got scams between players and dealers. There arc park­ ing lot activities. People in gambling go out and do their drugs, and they bring videos in.” Tribe members have said in the past that in spite of the fact that legislators arc try­ ing to stop the proliferation of gambling in Michigan, it would not be fair for the Gun Lake Tribe to be denied a compact when 11 other compacts have already been approved. The legislative action ended “the obviously unfair and double standard which has been applied to the Maich-E-Be-Nash-SheWish Band of Pottawatomi Indians,” the tribe said. �The Sun and News. Mtddieville M (December 24 2002/Page 13 Caledonia students help for the holidays Once again, this eighth grade tnad from CMS worked for and donated items for DA Blodgett Everything from personal care items, school supplies, toys. CD play­ ers, cash and clothing was donated by these industrious students i cniM CMS Choir students gave a cheerful break to fatigued travelers last week at the Kent County International Airport. The large crowd around the students attested to the need for a little rest and relaxation during this busy season hy Cathy L. Kuetcr Staff Writer The holidays arc a little brighter this year for many folks, thanks to a large num ber of Caledonia students, their families and friends who have given their time, talent and love to help those in need. The following arc just a few of the projects and pro­ grams having benefited from the students in Caledonia School District. Fourth- and fifth-gradeis at Kettle Lake Elementary started off the holiday sea­ son by making, baking and taking 70 pies to the Mel Trotter Mission for Thanks­ giving. In a thank you note to the school, the Mission expressed how much the pies were appreciated by those with little or no family and/or home to go to on Thanksgiving. Caledonia High School students also helped out at Thanksgiving time by put­ ting together food/gift bas­ kets for area families in need. As seen in an earlier arti­ cle, most of the district s students helped with the Toys for Tots campaign. Students collected more than 1,000 toys for the project. Caledonia High School Stu­ dent Council coordinated the event, along with Caledonia Middle School, Caledonia Elementary . Dutton Elemen­ tary and Emmons Lake Ele­ mentary. The high school also held a clothing drive for “In the Image.” “I couldn't tell you how 20. Pies, pies and more pies. Every available surface was covered with pies when Kettle Lake fourth and fifth grade students, helped by parents, grandparents, staff and friends donated 70 homemade pies to Mel Trotter Mission for the Thanksgiv ing holiday season. children in Afghanistan. Several classes of Emmons Brent DeLoach, a CHS ninth-grader, gets a teary hug Lake, Kettle Lake and Cale­ from mom after he officially donated toys and needed donia Elementary students took ordinary shoeboxes and items to St. John’s Home. His quiet little project snow­ made gift boxes out of them. balled into a Greater Grand Rapids effort. The boxes were sent to sistant Diana Snyder. “There World Mission in order to be distributed through the were tons and tons.” CHS students also put to­ Operation Christmas Child gether Christmas boxes for program. The boxes in­ cluded school supplies, toys and personal care items. Caledonia Middle School choir students gave of their time to help out weary trav­ elers last week. The sixth, seventh and eighth grade choir students, along with choir director Nancy Te­ nElshof, sang (mostly) Christmas songs to travelers on their way Io and from Kent County International Airport. The large crowd lingering by the students during the program affirmed the need to just kick back and relax for a few moments in this time of hustle and bustle. Continued next page Do your kids think getting down the chimney is the miracle of Christmas? Children should know there’s more than one reason to celebrate CMS Choir Director Nancy TenElshof and her sixth, seventh and eighth grade students helped weary travelers last week when they went to Kent County International Air­ port and gave a Christ­ mas concert. This is a rare photo of TenElshof as usually only her stu­ dents see the front side of her. Christmas. This year, introduce them to the real meaning of the Holiday season, and let Jesus give Santa Claus a little competition. many pieces (of clothing) they picked up (last Thurs­ day),” said CHS Administrative As­ Over Nour Head In Debt? LIQUIDATION—REORGANIZATION Bankruptcy Michael J. McPhillips 945-3512 Appointments Available in Caledonia The best Chnstmas gift didn't come from a store. It came from God. Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Chnst- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 908 W. Main St.. Middleville Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m. • Christmas Morning 10:00 a.m. • New Year’s Eve 7:00 p.m. �Page 14/The Sun and News. MtddleviMe. Ml/December 24. 2002 Continued from previous page CMS students also helped by waging a penny war. with proceeds going to char­ ity. Each grade chose differ­ ent charities such as PORT (a pediatric oncology pro­ gram through DeVos Chil­ dren’s Hospital) and Heifer International (this charity, which purchases livestock for impoverished families, was also chosen by the CHS Orchestra students with do­ nations from their recent concert). One of the eighth grade triads at CMS helped out DA Blodgett once again this year with a huge collection of personal care items, toys, school supplies and cash. This year, as in the past, the project has been a very wel­ come and successful project one. Caledonia Elementary students were busy with sponsoring area families in need, as well as the second grade collecting food for the Mel Trotter Mission. Emmons Lake third- and fourth-graders collected food for animals at the zoo. Kettle Lake kids donated many canned goods, toys and personal care items to Operation Santa Claus. And Dutton Elementary not only held a contest and donated the proceeds to Paws for a Cause, the fifth grade also adopted families through the YMCA. The classes raised money and collected food for the fami­ lies in need. Several of the students went with teachers to purchase needed items (such as warm clothing) and some gifts for the families. To complete this partial listing of the wonderful out­ pouring of time, talent, love MILL POND CONDOS Thomapple River & Downtown Middleville Payments from: $898/mo.* • EPA-Five Star • 5 miles Paved Paul Henry Energy Rated Biking/Walking Trail • 1320-2300 sq. ft. (269) 795-0000 ~or~ (616) 891-0993 Rffc/rt Ntturt Rrifiu infrtmi Information Center 126 E. Main Downtown Middleville (Comer of High Street and Main Street) • Principle and interest based on house price of $185,900. 10‘» down payment of $18,590 and loan amount of $167,310 i and yes. money, a few words need to be said about a quiet little project started by CHS ninth grader. Brent De Loach. A project that snowballed into what will be a huge, happy Christmas morning for the kids of St. John’s Home. DeLoach wanted to help the kids at St. John’s Home to have a little bit better Christmas. He decided to start a collection of toys and other needed items for the home. When he told his mom. Susan Stapish. about the project, she told some co-workers at First of Amer­ ica - Lender’s Advantage about it. From there the quiet little project was no longer quiet. One of Stapish’s co-workers told her husband, who works at Bond Corporation. Be­ tween De Loach’s collection and the donations of toys and money between First of America - Lender's Advan­ tage and Bond Corporation, a large truck had to be brought in to receive all the donations. When asked why he de­ cided to start this project, DeLoach replied. “I just know how bad (little/no Christmas presents) can be." De Loach had heard about St. John’s home through reading an article about them and through a coun­ selor that he plays hockey with. According to Marty Ar­ nold from St. John's, they have, on average, 80 kids who live at the facility due to emotional problems stem­ ming from abuse or neglect. Many of the children don’t have family with which they can spend the holidays. “The children at St. John’s will have a nice Christmas morning.” A comment by Arnold about sums up the feelings of many in this area about the abundance of caring and love extended to those in need by Caledonia students. “Everybody’s generosity has been so overwhelming.” To paraphrase Tiny Tim and his now famous words, “God Bless them one and all.” SPECIAL PURCHASE $ I 2002 Chevy | ^Avalanche Z-71« Scotsmoor PUD gets first reading, approval suggested is required before the board Kent County was approved. by Ruth Zachary • The board approved the can approve the ordinance. Staff Writer • Firefighters Tom withdrawal of Wayland The Caledonia Township Miller. Jamie Robards. Bill Township from the Grand Board dispatched a number of matters at its Dec. 18 Wilson. Scott Siler. Tammy Valiey Metro Council. • A Kent District Library meeting, and met the re­ Beemer. Jeremy Wohlford. quirement of first reading of and Andy Carey officially proposal to increase hours the long proposed Scots­ were hired by the fire de­ at the Caledonia Library was approved effective Jan. 1. moor planned unit develop­ partment. • The board approved the The change will add hours ment. reappointment of Warren on Tuesday from noon to 8 The requested develop­ Welton. Kathy Jackson and p.m. and change to 9:30 ment. brought by Gene Szpeinski. and debated for Marion Stewart to the Board a m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday. Friday and Saturday. nearly five years, was in­ of Review. • A resolution authorizing Wednesday hours will re­ cluded on the consent the use of a computerized main at noon to 8 p.m. agenda and was not publicly data base as the tax roll by discussed by the board. Planner Dave Zylstra ex­ plained in his staff report that all the board's concerns have been dealt with, and he recommended approval at the second reading, which will take place at the first meeting of the board in Teresa Venton of Mid­ January, when the board dleville received her first may or may not approve the letter as a member of the request. Highlanders cross-country The controversial request team, at MacMurry College which would have routed in Jacksonville. III., for the school buses through the de­ fall 2002 season. velopment has been changed Venton is a sophomore and the site plan now shows majoring in deaf and hard of a cul-de-sac at the end of the hearing: teacher education at main artery in the develop­ MacMurry, an NCAA Divi­ ment so it will not connect sion III school. with school property. The Kent County Road Commission has approved the driveway ingress and egress on Johnson Street. The placement of the drive Teresa Venton which would not align with Duncan Ijike Avenue across Johnson, but would create three separate intersections with Johnson within a short distance, has been objected to by those opposed to the proposal. Another problem over the This no-cost screening clinic will be held to identify children storm water runoff created with problems of the bones, joints or muscles, or problems by the additional impervious associated with healed bums, who may be eligible for the surfaces in the concentrated expert care provided at Shriners Hospitals residential area, which ALL CARE PROVIDED would flow toward the prop­ erty of Jack Fitzsimmons, to AT SHRINERS HOSPITALS the north west, where water IS ABSOLUTELY was already backed up from FREE OF CHARGE the Maloney drain was said to be solved. For all children up to 18 years The Kent County Drain who have orthopedic or Commission stated in a let­ ter that a 24-inch pipe was burn problems replaced by a 36 inch pipe Saladin Foundation on Oct. 10. at the drain. In other Township Board 4200 Saladin Dr. SE business last week: Grand Rapids Ml 49546 • The board approved the first and third Wednesday of WED. JANUARY 15, 2003 the month as regular meet­ 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. ing dates, but does not plan For information call: to meet Jan. 1 of 2003. • The Open Space Preser­ Ken Bohn at vation Ordinance came be­ 616-942-1581 OR fore the board for the first 1-800-331-7709 reading. One more reading Former Trojan letters in cross FREE MEDICAL CARE FOR CHILDREN �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml December 24. 2002/Page 15 Senior citizens beware Elderly man duped out of $5,000 by scam by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer An area senior citizen was tricked out of $5,(XX) last week by an unknown tele­ phone caller who said the money was needed to proc­ ess a $500,000 lottery prize, said Trooper Phil Vannette of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police Fri­ day. The 81-year-old Dowling area man lives on a fixed in­ come and is out the money unless authorities arc able to prosecute the perpetrator and obtain restitution which Vannette said is very un­ likely. The man told police he has played the “Australian lottery” for four to five years which involves sending about $20 per week to an address in Canada. (It is ille­ gal for Americans to play foreign lotteries, according to Vannette.) On Dec. 12, the man re­ ceived a call from a person claiming to be an agent with the Australian lottery. “He was told he had won $500,000 in the Australian lottery and they gave a tele­ phone number in British Co­ lumbia to call.” said Van­ nette. “He called and the man told him he had to send $550 to get the check.” The victim told the man on the other end of the tele­ phone that he would not send any money until he had a check. “So they sent him a check for $30,000.” said Vannette. “He took it to the bank here in Hastings and deposited it into his account. They called him back and said they needed $5,000 for transfer fees and taxes, they needed it in cash and they needed it via Western Union.” The victim followed the instructions and sent $5,000 to an address in British Co­ lumbia, Canada. “A couple days later, the $30,000 check was found to be counterfeit.” said Van­ nette. “It was drawn on World Bank in Canada.” Vannette is now working with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in an effort Special assessment decision delayed by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Presi­ dent Lon Myers told Joyce Domirc and other property owners along Main Street last Tuesday that the prop­ erty committee would recon­ sider a $10,000 proposed as­ sessment. This assessment would go toward the cost of installing the new parking lot serving the Main Street businesses and Stagecoach Park. Pari of the assessment would go to cover the cost of a trash en­ closure. The village owns some of the property and would also pay the assess­ ment. Domire suggested that $5,000 per property owner would be more reasonable. Terri Vanderkooi said, “I am glad to hear this is not just for a trash enclosure, but to go toward the entire project. Both Domire and VanderKooi had praise for the work and thanked the vil­ lage for helping remove some of the debris from the repair of their building dam­ aged during the project. The council also heard from a resident concerned that leaves were not picked up in a timely fashion. The DPW will try to pick up leaves before the snow flies again. “If the leaves which fell late this year can’t be picked up this winter, they will be picked up this spring,” Myers said. Sergeant Tony Stein re­ ported that those responsible for breaking into cars in the village have been appre­ hended. He encouraged eve­ ryone to lock their vehicles. The council also approved the final plat for the Rolling Oaks development. Myers thanked David Dykstra for the donation of property to to identify the perpetrators. “They said there is a lot of that type of fraud going on there.” said Vannette. “An awful lot.” Vannette warns older citi­ zens to be wary of such of­ fers. “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” added Trooper Bry an Fuller. Police said seniors citi­ zens are frequent targets of solicitors who receive every­ thing from fraudulent bills in the mail and donation re­ quests to the calls like the Dowling man received. “If you have a relative or a friend who is older, if you can help them keep track of their bills and what they’re sending out. it could save them a lot of trouble.” said Vannette. “There are a lot of unscrupulous people that just prey on elderly people. This man is embarrassed and devastated ” PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE the village. The council also approved the transfer of a lease to new owners of property along the Paul Henry Trail. This was a last minute presentation by the village attorney to allow the property owners to close their deal. Donna Stagray has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the Housing Authority. The next meeting of the Middleville Village Council will be Tuesday. Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. Please be advised the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday. January 7. 2003. commencing at 7 p m or as soon thereafter .is possible in the Village Offices. 100 East Mam Street. Middleville Mich The purpose of the public heanng will be to consider a special use application from Crystal Flash. Inc to establish a fuel oil/propane gas storage and distribution facility on 3 ac<e«; more or less ot land located on the south side of Crane Road approximately 600 feet east of Grand Rapids Street Any interested person may attend the heanng to offer their views on the proposed facility or write to the Commission at the address noted above A copy ol the application for special use and the accompanying site plan may be examined at Village Offices 9 a m -5 pm Monday-Fnday Ray Peters Commission Secretary 300 AMERICAN MANUFACTURED LIVING, INC. j �Page 16/The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 24. 2002 Scots squash Saxons' come from behind try by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball team held off the Saxon charge to get a big OK Gold road win last Friday night, 46-42 in Hastings. “It’s a win on the road in the league,” said Scot Coach Jason VanderWoude. ‘and I don’t care how ugly As the clock wore down near two minutes the Saxons brought the ball down the floor and put on an outstand­ ing display of offensive re- bounding, if not shooting. Hastings pulled down five straight offensive boards be­ fore calling a time out and getting a bucket from Dustin Bowman to cut the lead to two with just over a minute remaining. VanderWoude admitted after the game that rebound­ ing is something his team hasn’t worked on much so far. and that they’ll need to improve. Although it was a very physical game, the Saxons STEDEMTS Caledonia s Joe Kowalski (20) turns the comer to break past Hastings' Drew Bowman in last Friday’s 46-42 Scot victory (Photo by Brett Bremer) A .aseM r .1 ' The Scots' Trent Barnhart (23) and Abe Mulvihill (25) make 6'3" Saxon forward look small late in the game at Hastings (Photo by Brett Bremer) had only three team fouls, so they couldn't just send the Scots to the line. Eventually the tough de­ fense forced a steal by Drew Whitney, but the Saxons couldn’t convert on the op­ portunity. Kowalski put the game away from the free throw line with just over two sec­ onds remaining. Saxon Coach Don Schils said that he liked the way that his team played in the second half, but they’ve gotta do it for an entire game. In the first half, the Fight­ ing Scots moved out to a 2113 lead by holding the Sax­ ons scoreless for the first six minutes of the second half, but the string was broken by GroominG pen 9410 SPrinG creek court (m-37) 269-795-9114 ACcePtmG New clients open Six Pays a week ilo" .» walk-ins welcome-. M0n.-FTi. 9 am - 2 Pm *. r / Ml e Katie ****** now * A :• an Eli Schmidt 3-pointer and a Drew Bowman steal lead­ ing to a layup, and the Sax­ ons were right back in the game. A couple of buckets by the Scots leading scorer on the night, Abe Mulvihill, kept Caledonia ahead. The second at the buzzer to send the Scots into the locker room with a 25-20 halftime lead. Another buzzer beater by Mulvihill to end the third, and a quick 3-pointer by Joe Kowalski gave Caledonia its biggest lead of the night at nine points, but in less than two minutes the Saxons had cut the lead back down to just three points. Saxon Justin Pratt put in his only bucket of the sec­ ond half with 4:45 to play to cut Caledonia’s lead to 4039, but Mulvihill again an­ swered the call and put the Scots up three. The Saxons were playing tough defense, Mulvihill was just putting the ball in the basket. “All you can do is give him a pat on the back and say nice shot,” said Schils of the night Mulvihill had. Mulvihill also tied for the top spot in rebounding with teammate Eli Cooley, each had six. Kowalski finished with nine points for the Scots. Lading the way for Hastings was Drew Bowman with 12 points. He also did a heck of a job pulling down Caledonia’s Abe Mulvihill knocks down two of his team high 16 points against the Hastings Saxons. (Photo by Brett Bremer) some big rebounds, espe­ cially in the second half. Chris Rounds was next on the scoring list for the Sax­ ons with 9 points. Rounds was also the team's top re­ bounder, pulling down 7 on the night. Last Tuesday night when the Scots hosted Cedar Springs, things just didn’t quite get going for Caledo­ nia. “We came out dead,” said VanderWoude. “The gym was dead and we never got the emotion going like we did tonight (against Hast­ ings).” Caledonia trailed by as few as five points with three minutes to play, but the Red Hawks slammed the door and went on to a 65-46 vic­ tory. Cedar knocked down 19 free throws in the game, to the Scots 6. Kowalski put in 15 points in the loss, including going 3-3 from the free throw line. Greg Jousma tossed in 9 points including the same perfect total at the line. Jimmy Booth was the high man for the Red Hawks with 23 points. His team­ mate Tyler Wolfe chipped in 19. After going 1-1 last week, that makes the Scots 2-1 to­ tal for the season and 1 I in the Gold. Their next game is Friday night. Dec. 27 when they visit Union High School. imitations? 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Ml'December 24 2002/Page 17 Dutton Fire Department receives $149,423 grant U.S. Senators Carl Levin and Debbie Stabenow have announced that 24 Michigan fire departments, including Dutton, will receive a total of $1,376,143 in grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Fire­ fighters Program for fire op­ erations and firefighter safety. The Dutton department will receive $149,423. the second largest single amount among the recipients. "Firefighters are commit­ ted to protecting and serving their communities - and face challenges every day while keeping their neighborhoods safe." said Stabenow. "This funding demonstrates our commitment to ensure that these brave men and women have the resources necessary to meet these challenges." "Our volunteer and career firefighters risk their lives every day to protect our homes and communities," said Levin. "We owe it to our volunteer and career firefighters to provide sup­ port so they can do their job safely. This funding will strengthen these depart­ ments' ability to respond to emergencies and protect our citizens." The Assistance for Fire­ fighters grant program as­ sists rural, urban and subur­ ban fire departments throughout the United States The program seeks to help community firefighters increase the effectiveness of firefighting operations, im­ prove fire fighter health and safety programs, purchase new fire apparatus, enhance EMS programs, and support Fire Prevention and Safety Programs The most recent grant an­ nouncements are part of the 11th round of such an­ nouncements this year. All funds are for fire operations and firefighter safety. The other fire depart­ ments receiving grants were Hillman. Gould City. Cas­ pian-Gaastra, Elmira War­ ner. Cedar Creek in Manton. Croton Township. Muske- gon. Manton. Cedar Springs, Alma, Laingsburg. Grayling. Auburn. Bay City. Glennie. Paw Paw. Coloma, Clark Lake. Jackson. Clinton Township. We st I a nd. Northville and Trenton. TK falls to BC in 0-K Blue opener Byron Center’s Bulldogs fourth, but not by enough to pulled out a 3-point win crawl back into the lead. Brett Knight was the top over the TK Trojan varsity boys’ basketball team Tues­ scorer for the Trojans with 15 points, that included him day night. It was the first O-K Blue going 9 for 9 from the char­ contest for both teams this ity stripe on the night. Jon Yeazel was the only winter. Trailing by five at the end other Trojan in double fig­ of three periods, the Trojans ures. He ended the game outscored Byron in the with 12 points. The Bulldogs spread their scoring around. Jay Tuber­ gen was the top guy for By­ ron with 10. The Trojans are now 1-2 overall plus whatever hap­ pened last Friday night. Information on last Fri­ day’s game at Belding was not available as the paper went to press. EMORY STOUFFER Office: (616) 949-8900 Direct: (616) 974-4166 E-Mail: estouffer@greenridge.com LORI ELLISON GREENRIDGE Realty, Inc. 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A horse owner’s dream: Il stalls, indoor nding arena. ______________ bathing area for horses, individual corrals, hay fields possible, currently a few boarders in bam, tack rooms, office, bathroom m bam. etc. Also has an additional garage workshop Call for a tour. S 3X0. (MM) NEW LISTING - CALEDONIA Features include 3 bedrooms, I bath with a large kitchen/dining area and living room with fireplace. All nestled on a large wooded lot and additional 24’x24’ garage. Location and Caledonia Schools make this home a great find. $135,000 VACANT LAND This beautiful open building site could accommodate any type construction. The peaceful setting in a restrict­ ed neighborhood provides just the right combination of country life yet minutes to downtown Caledonia shop ping & schools. Property has been perked &. has shared river access $80,000 �Page 18/Tbe Sun and News. Middleville Ml/December 24. 2002 ‘Cats take advantage of Scots’ shortcomings The Wayland Wildcats put the hurt on a depleted Fighting Scot varsity wres­ tling squad Thursday Dec. 19. “Can’t do it with four starters out of the lineup,” said Scot Coach James Maxim. “Plain and simple.” Wayland left the mat with a 49-28 victory. Caledonia saved the best for last on the night. Corey Kilmartin busted out of the gate at the start of his match and earned a pin in the sec­ ond round at 171, but it was too late to save the team that was already down 49-22 when he took the mat. The Scots only other pin of the night came from Caleb Moorehead at 130. There was some contro­ versy over an illegal hold, at least in the Wayland coaches eyes, as Fighting Scot Tyler Bowden earned a major decision by dominat­ ing his opponent at 103, 100 and four points for Cale­ donia. Caledonia’s only other Working his way towards some points to total a major decision at 103 is the Scots’ Tyler Bowden (top). (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia's Corey Kilmartin works to bust free, be­ fore turning the tables and pinning his opponent at Wayland last Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Kjints of the night came at 52 and 160. where the Wildcats were unable to send a wrestler to the mat. AA & AL-ANON MEETINGS Caledonia - KXMh and M37. AA meets Tuesdays 6:30 a m., Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting. (Al- Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 4379452. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon, 9669 Kraft Ave.. Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. The ref inches in as Caledonia's Caleb Moorehead nears a pin at 130 last Thursday in Wayland. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Rob LaFountain and Frank D’Amico earned the victo­ ries there for Caledonia. The Scots had to give up a forfeit at 112. Jim Haisma at 275 and yYour Generous Gifts to Toys for Kids" will make it a Merry Christmas for all! 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In the finals the Trojans beat Plainwell for the sec­ ond time on the day. TK earned the victory by 15-13, 15-4 scores. The Trojans got to the fi­ nals with a 15-6, 15-3 vic­ tory over North Adams. Class A power Mattawan got the best of the Trojans 315, 3-15 when the two met up in pool play. Mattawan went on to win the other half of the tourney. To start the day the Tro­ jans faced off with Hart and earned a 15-12 w in, then fell 12-15 for the tie. Next up was the first match with Plainwell that the Trojans won 15-8, 1511. Trojan Coach Cindy Mid­ dlebush said that the team’s experience played a big role in the championship, espe­ cially the passing of return­ ing senior setters Rachel Clinton and Mclisa Potts. The two combined to lead the team in assists with 76 total over the course of the day. Megan Dutcher put down 82 kills for the Trojans. Get­ ting things done from the back row serving was Cary Middlebush. She ended the day at Otsego with 8 aces. TK was at the Wyoming Park Invitational on Satur­ day Dec. 21 after the paper went to press, and the next time they hit the court will be Jan. 4 at Byron Center. Athlete of the week Thomapple-Kellogg High School (Middleville) Volleyball Megan Dutcher put down 82 kills during the day of vol­ leyball at Otsego on Saturday, Dec. 14. Helping lead the Trojan varsity volleyball team to a championship trophy with a 31-1 record during the day. The Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. *37. Middieviiie. Hl N. Main St mi 1-800443-5253 Nashville. Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ■VS FARM BUREAU Ki■. INSURANCE >*M MUA. MWTVM • »***< iUMAU �The Sun and News Middleville Ml December 24. 2002/Page 19 West Catholic ties up Cai-Lowell skaters Even a eight minute sud­ den death overtime period could not break the 2-2 deadlock between the CalLowell and West Catholic. 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Ring a Little Bell: Kayla Scheib, Elli Buchanan, Chelsea Workman, Alejan­ dro Pena, Jessica Marklevitz, Brooklynn LaMange, Taylor Dalton. Merry Christmas Time: Emily Walton, Mikayla Young, Zack Kidder, Reb­ ecca Jacobs, Clarissa Miller, Levi Dykstra, Cassie Clark. Amy Coon. Performers Show I, Third Grade The Little Snowflake: Leah Sweet, Nathan Reinke, Jordyn Pasucci, Gregory Hamilton, Kendall Goosen, Andy Crumback, Gayle Lofquist, Nate Iveson. Holiday Parade: Shan­ non Hooper, Jordan Timm, Kayle Johnson, Katelyn Richardson, Randi Melchert, Aimee El linger, Kim­ berly Johnson, Brad Eng­ land, Isabelle Jansma, And­ rew Kiel, Kris Hager, Shannon Whitney, Courtney Jenkins, Nathan Eaton. A Perfect Winter Day: Tiffany Lee, Shannon Lee, Andrea Jackson, Lauren Bailey, Seth DeHaan, Derek Fredenburg, Carl Olsen, Cody Clouse, Andrew Berg, Emily Foote, Kara Laming. Christmas Sing-Along: Brittany Quint, Erin Leach, Taylor Zylstra, Emily Ells­ worth, Christina Rinvelt, Kim Hodges, Casee Ed­ wards. Enn Leach, Kaitlyn Nink, Elizabeth Polmameer. Performers: Show 2, Second Grade Santa Clause Rock: Emily Jenkins, Amanda Arnett, Daniel vannette. Dongna Gorter. Allison Brown. Brett Bauman. In the Snow: Dan Dykstra. Sean Jager. Ashley Roy. Jeremy Bird, Rachael Dolan. Brandon Adams, Hannah Lamberg, Karlcigh VanSiclen. Sam Bruce, Carol Kang. Almost Christmas Day: Tess Vachon. Kristine Koeze, Meghan Zoef, Sara Barber, Alexis Walter, Nich­ olas Replogle, Nick Den­ niston, Claudia Dykstra, Steven Cooley. Ring a Little Bell: Leah DeFer, Sara Olsen. Brett Bauman, Lindsay Hodges, Allison Brown, Devan Franks, Kasey Adams, Dan­ iel Vannette, Donja Gorter. Merry Christmas Time: Paige Egk, Samantha Fay, Shelby Lock wood. Grant Allison, Chancsa Bennett, Sydney Maring, Chad Blank. Performers Show 2, Third Grade The Little Snowflake: Dylan VanPutten, Bryce Davis, Evily Bcckering, Allyson Finkbeiner, Holly Miller, Mark Batson. Russell Ellinger. Jessica DeGroot. Holiday Parade: Neil Bergsrna, Alexandra Banash. Marissa Kurr. Jacob Piotrowzki, Austin Lajcak. Kayla Adgate, Garrett Dammen, Zach Comeau, Mackenzie Borrink, Josh VanSicklc, Clay Reigler, Elizabeth Hurtado. Evan Grinage. A Perfect Winter Day: Michael Garrison, Ben Willshire, Diamond Royal, Grace Nofsinger, Ben Myers, Joelle Bruinsma, Jacob VanKuiken, Shannon Benedict. Alex Roy, Amsa Shaw, Cody Ketchum. Christmas Sing-Along: Cody Ybema, Ray Weston, Stephanie Reeves, Alex Koetsier, Zac Strang, Dustin Brummel, Amanda Reed. Christina Ayers, Cameron Moore, Trevor Richards, Nicole Ribiski, Nick Timmer. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/712/SunandNews_2002-12-31.pdf b6bbdf65c7fde7b02e8299a1496f4aff PDF Text Text HAStlKCS FUBLSC LiSkArif % 121 S CHURCH SI HASWSJii M l W'W i ■■■K . i H> M 4905g A -j Your Hometown Newspaper Sen/ing Middleville and Caledonia Areas 131st year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 1 /December 31, 2002 Six area fire departments form training consortium After nearly a year of planning, six area fire de­ partments will kick off 2003 with a cooperative training program. Caledonia Township Fire Rescue, the Cutlerville Fire Department, Dutton Fire Rescue, the Ixighton Town­ ship Fire Department. Thornapplc Township Emer­ gency Services and the Wayland Fire Department all have merged their train­ ing efforts into the Tri­ County Training Consor­ tium. Beginning in January, the consortium’s 200 firefight­ ers will be able to attend training sessions at any of the six participating depart­ ments. The intent is to give fire­ fighters. especially on-call personnel, a flexible training schedule that will help them avoid conflicts with other obligations, including family commitments, full-time em­ ployment, school, church and social functions. “This is huge,” said Cale­ donia Township Fire Chief Brian Bennett. “This is the first type of cooperative County agrees to underwrite Yankee Springs water tower by Mary McDonough Staff Writer Barry County will borrow $550,000 to finance a water tower for Yankee Springs Township, the County Board of Commissioners de­ cided Monday, Dec. 23. The money will be bor­ rowed through the issuance of municipal bonds. County Commissioner Tom Wilkinson, while vot­ ing to approve the bond sale, questioned whether the county was going to set it­ self up for the same sort of problems it is facing with the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority. The SBCSWA system hasn’t worked properly since it was installed, creat­ ing many legal and financial problems for the county. which sold bonds to pay for the system. Yankee Springs Town­ ship will make the payments on the water tower bonds. Township Supervisor A) McCrumb said the money for those payments will come through fees charged to those using the town­ ship’s water system and fees charged to new customers hooking up to the system. McCrumb said some 100 new hookups are expected due to housing development in Yankee Springs. Each hookup costs $3,100, so $310,000 should be avail­ able for bond payments, McCrumb said. If worse comes to worse, the township also has some $500,000 in savings that can be used to, pay the loan. McCrumb said. The tow-nship asked the county to borrow the money because the township is not eligible to issue bonds for such a project. The county issuance of the bonds gives the financial institutions selling the bonds a guaran­ tee that if Yankee Springs defaults on their payments, the county will step in and make the payments. County Attorney Jim White said the resolution ap­ proving the bond sale did not indicate who was re­ sponsible should something go wrong with the water tower. Wilkinson said the resolution leaves a “gray area” as to how much the county is responsible for the See water tower, page 2 Stuart Kohl honored Supervisor Bryan Harrison awards a certificate of appreciation Dec. 16 to Stuart Kohl, who identified Veteran’s Graves ft e markers in five Caledonia cemeteries Attending the Caledonia Historic Commission meeting are Sharon Schaefer. Dorothy Merriman, Stuart Kohl, Kris Apol. Bryan Harrison, Eva Engie and Betty White. training effort like this in the area, and one of the first in the state. We’re being very proactive and progressive.” Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSHA) regulations mandate that firefighters be “trained to a level commen­ surate with their duties.” Thornapple Township Emergency Services Chief Mark Marentette said that before joining the consor­ tium. TTES offered its fire­ fighters two opportunities a month to obtain fire training, plus training conducted by TTES’ weekend duty crews, which are on a six-week ro­ tation. Through the consor­ tium. firefighters will have at least seven opportunities a month for fire and rescue training, including morning, evening and weekend ses­ sions. “The quality of our train­ ing was there, but not the quantity we needed.” Mar­ entette said. “Training is the foundation of all that we do. and our personnel can't safely and effectively an­ swer an alarm if they don’t keep up with their training. “Yet. what do you do when a firefighter is dedi­ cated and talented, but is at work during one of our monthly fire training ses­ sions and has family obliga­ tions during the other? We owe it to our people to give them every possible oppor­ tunity to meet training re­ quirements, and we owe it to our community to make sure we don’t lose gixxi firefight­ ers because we can’t find a way to train them in today’s busy world.” Besides standard fire training, consortium training will include medical first re­ sponder (MFR) continuing education, hazardous materi als first responder training and specialized rescue train­ ing such as vehicle cxtrica- See training consortium, pg. 2 Phil Scobey to retire from postal service After 42 years with the U.S. Postal Service, Phil Scobey is saying good-bye to customers and fellow car­ riers at the end of this week. Scobey’s retirement will be recognized at an open house Friday, Jan. 3, at the Hastings post office on East Mill Street. Friends, family and customers are invited to stop in and bid farewell to a carrier Postmaster Joyce Bender has described as "wonderful to work with. "I have always been very pleased to have Phil as an employee," said Bender. "He is one of those individu­ als who is always on time, works very hard and takes pride in pleasing his custom­ ers." Bender is one of many postmasters that Scobey has become acquainted with over the years. "Phil was an exemplary employee," said former Postmaster Bob Brogan, "He was one of the best." Management is one of many areas of change that the long time city carrier has witnessed. 'My job has changed a lot since I began carrying mail," said Scobey who began working as a "swing car­ rier," going a different direc­ tion each day. "Over the years my route has changed, and I've acquired new cus­ tomers. Many have become good friends." He also has made his rounds in snowstorms, hail and sleet and survived the wrath of every mailman s worst enemy, mean dogs. See postal worker, pg. 2 Phil Scobey In This Issue Caledonia utility projects $200,000 under budget Labor contract, water rates OK’d in Middleville Public hearing on paving of Alaska Avenue approved Davenport University campus planned for Caledonia Township �Page 2/The Sun and News Middleville. Ml/December 31. 2002 Training consortium, from page 1 tion-and confined space res­ cue operations. Norton Shores (Muske­ gon area) Fire Chief David Purchase planted the seeds of the consortium during a presentation attended by Bennett and Dutton Fire Chief Russ Jansen. Purchase had developed a flexible, credit-based train­ ing program for his person­ nel that stepped away from traditional monthly fire de­ partment meetings. Norton Shores firefighters were given the opportunity to ob­ tain training at various times and through various means. “We heard what Chief Purchase had to say, and we wanted to do this, Bennett said. “But inMead of going it alone as separate depart­ ments, we wanted to try a cooperative approach. We took the information and brought it back to our train­ ing officers, and asked them to put something together and they ran with it. They worked very hard for months, and put this to­ gether. We couldn’t ask for anything better. This is what everyone’s been look­ ing for.” The training officers in­ clude Dutton Deputy Chief Paul Sheely. who spear­ headed the effort: Cutlerville Captain Carl Gunderson: Caledonia Lieutenant Joe Hammer: Leighton Captain Tom Miller and Dion Genthcr, who serves as a lieu­ tenant with Leighton as well as Wayland’s training offi­ cer. Meeting as often as tw ice a month, the group devel­ oped a joint training sched­ ule and prepared common lesson plans for training at all member departments. As of January, TTES Lieutenant Rod Preslar will serve as Thornapple’s repre­ sentative to the consortium's training committee. “We were lucky to be in­ vited into the consortium af­ ter the other departments got the ball rolling,” Marentette said. “The training officers made this happen, and we can’t thank them enough.” Marentette said that TTES’ new live fire training system, purchased through a $99,000 federal Emergency Management (FEMA) grant, has been made available. Consortium departments will train with the system during a series of six classes in 2003. If Thornapple Township voters approve construction of a new station for TTES during a vote Feb. 11, Mar­ entette said the consortium also would be able to use the 50-seat training center planned for the new build­ ing. Bennett said joint training along with mutual response to emergency incidents is just the beginning of coop­ erative efforts between area departments. You deserve the best in color & design. We offer beautiful, natural, healthy looking color. - Ultralight Blondes We can take you from Beautiful to Bombshell! CHUNK-IT-PIECE-IT-LICHT-IT-UP “With the growth in all of our communities, we have to work together and this is a great start,” said Bennett, whose latest growth chal­ lenge will be a new Daven­ port University campus near the South Beltline. “The South Beltline has opened the floodgates, and we won’t be able handle this as a stand alone department.” Marentette said it is im­ perative that TTES join forces with other growing communities because the de­ velopment that’s rolling south and west off the South Beltline is also heading for Thomapple Tow nship. “We’re next in line on M37,” he said. uThis rapid growth will place a huge strain on fire, rescue and emergency medical services. We need to be there for Caledonia today, because we’re going to need them to be there for us tomorrow. We need to train together, plan together, work on fire prevention together and fight fires and conduct res­ cue and EMS operations to­ gether. “None of us has the re­ sources to independently handle what we’re going to face in the near future. We can either share resources with our neighbors or ask our taxpayers for more money. I’d rather share re­ sources with our neighbors.” Besides offering firefight­ ers a more flexible training schedule, the training con­ sortium, Bennett said, en­ sures that member depart­ ments will function smoothly together at emer­ gency incidents. “It helps that we already think alike and agree on how to attack fires,” Bennett said. “We’re teaching our people the same tactics so that when we’re on the fire­ ground, we’re all on the same page.” rPer«onalixed Color Consultation1 DONE AT NO CHARGE - MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAYL 9351 Cherry Valley, Caledonia Village Centre L 616-891-1095 , Call 945-9554 to place an ad in the Sun & News. TK Students of the Month chosen The following young people were chosen as Students of the Month for November at Thomapple Kellogg High School: (front row. from left) Rebecca Dufresne, Jena Jones, Rachel Clinton, Kaylah Russell, Kassidy Sovern. Nicole Weidmann. Jessica Gias, (back row) Rachel VanderMeer, Andrew Scholma. Ryan King, Beth Beard. Tiffany Thaler and Travis Graham. Not available for the photo were Mike Fisk. Joe Owens, Heather Punt and Emily Zoet. Water tower, continued from page 1 water tower construction, maintenance and operation. “This resolution puts us in the position where we are the owner” of the system. Wilkinson said, and are “re­ sponsible for anything that goes wrong with it.” The resolution directs the county Department of .Public Works to draw up a contract with Yankee Springs Town­ ship that would specify how the water tower is going to be constructed, operated, maintained and financed. Board Chairman Jeff Mackenzie said the contract will have language in it that will address the issue of who is liable should construction of the tower be faulty or other problems crop up for which the county would be financially accountable. The contract will come back be­ fore the county commission for approval. Mackenzie said that while “we want to protect the county as much as possi­ ble,” the Yankee Springs project is “completely dif­ ferent” from the SBCSWA project. “I don’t know that it’s fair to punish or treat Yankee Springs differently” as a result of the SBCSWA problems, Mackenzie said. Wilkinson called the SBCSWA system “a horren­ dous mess.” He said there was not enough supervision on the project to ensure that it was built properly. He suggested the county “be prepared to pay a construc­ tion superintendent'' to over­ see the Yankee Springs pro­ ject to make sure it’s built properly. McCrumb said his town­ ship is being required by the Michigan Department of En­ vironmental Quality to build a water tower, to serve new hookups to the water sys­ Bar customer reports car stolen in Middleville A customer of the Swamp Fox Tavern on North M-37 left the bar Dec. 15 at about 2 a.m. to find her 1995 |AA MEETINGS^ Caledonia - 100th and M 37. A A meets Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. Open Discussion Meeting (Al-Anon meets Tuesday and Thursday at noon.) 9964 Cherry Valley #3, Caledo­ nia. Contact Jerry R. at 437 9452. Monday, Friday, noon, 9669 kraft Ave., Holy Family Church, AA open meetings. Tuesday and Thursday 5:30. (TFN) Postal worker, from pg. 1 From left to right: Qreg, Laura, Beth, Tom enjoyed serving you in 2002. We hope to serve all your needs in 2003. In the Caledonia D&.W Village Centre 616-891-5750 "Yes there have been plenty of dog bites along the way," said Scobey. "Too many to count." The dogs and weather certainly haven’t discour­ aged Scobey or slowed him down, according to fellow carrier Al Conrad, who worked alongside Scobey for almost 30 years. "Yeah, he is the type of individual, who always goes the extra mile," said Conrad. "He always sticks around to help when we’re short handed and never lets too muchbother him. He is just an all-around good guy." Scobey is described by many others as dedicated. tem. The tower will serve 153 current customers and 100 expected additional cus­ tomers. The tower will be part of the Gun Lake Sewer and Waler System, which serves homes on Cobb. Payne, Barlow and Gun lakes in the townships of Or­ angeville. Yankee Springs. Martin and Wayland The 220,000-gallon tower will be built on the corner of M-179 and Patterson. maybe a bit too dedicated. He was first eligible to retire seven years ago, but decided to "stay a little longer" each time the discussion of slow­ ing down a bit came up. "I guess I just enjoy my job so much that for a long time 1 just couldn’t see my­ self getting up in the morn­ ing and not coming to the post office," he said. "But now I guess I’m ready to en­ joy a little more golf and fishing and I II spend some time on my bike," he said. When asked if wife Vicky was also retiring, Scobey re­ sounded with, "Of course not. She’s got an easy job any way T Chevrolet missing from the parking lot. The woman told deputies the keys were in the un­ locked vehicle which also contained her wallet with more than $150 cash inside. The $8,000 vehicle has not been recovered as of press time Monday, accord­ ing to reports. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml/December 31. 2002/Page 3 The year in review Construction, new supt. dominate Middleville year bv Patricia Johns Staff Writer Before 2002 becomes a memory in the Middleville, Irving, Yankee Springs and Thomapple Township areas the Sun and News wants to touch on just a few of the notable events of the past year. For some families this has been a year of joy with the birth of a child or a grand­ child, a wedding or two or other significant life pas­ sage. For others, memories of this year will be tinged with sorrow with the death Yankee Springs Township purchased this special vehicle to help with lake rescues. of a loved one. This year’s review touches on events in Mid­ dleville. Freeport. Irving. Thornapple and Yankee Springs townships. There also are notes from the schools, local organizations and notable individuals. Middleville survived a bout of construction this year with the completion of Stagecoach Park, recon­ struction of a portion of Grand Rapids Street and the ongoing work to repave vil­ lage streets. Village President Lon Myers sees these as signifi­ cant accomplishments of the past year. "We hope to continue the reconstruction process and look forward to the celebra­ tion of Stagecoach Park this spring,” he said. There are now two gaze­ bos in Stagecoach Park. One will become the new home of the stagecoach this spring. The first townhouse in the Mill Pond development has been sold. Town Centre is now Towne Square and work already is being done on the first two phases of the project located next to the MiddleVilla Inn. The Downtown Dcvelop- Yankee Springs residents thought about what they would like their new park to include. Then the cast wowed the GFWC-Gun Lake Area Women’s Club annua! scholar­ ship fund-raiser with a funny dinner theater presentation ment Authority sought the help of architects from Win­ ter Trout wine Associates to design a downtown plan. Following two workshops and lots of discussion, ideas and feelings about what the downtown could look like were developed. Now the DDA is working on design and facade guidelines. Mike Bremer was named the program director for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. He has started new programs and hopes to attract more volunteers and athletes. The TAPRC is looking for grants to help with the next phases of recreational Continued next page Andrea O. Bucher reigns as Miss Mid­ dleville-Barry County. Thanking you for a successful 2002! from all of us SMITH-DIAMOND at... 8980 N. RODGERS DR., CALEDONIA, Ml ...and Happy Holidays. We look forward to serving you in 2003. Smith-Diamond Realtors* Toll Free 1-888-891-0107 Elizabeth Kelson 891-2222 Mel Brenner 891-2222 Katie Cummiford 262-2021 Kay Cummiford ......... 291-3330 Sharon Emerson 891-2222 Joan Guikema 891-2222 Lois Heckman 891-2222 Maryanne Hoeksma 891-7183 Debra Lampani 262-8333 John McCleve 891-7171 Mary Kay McCleve 891-7172 Mark McCleve............ 889-4558 Deanna McCulfor 891-2222 Rvan Ogle .............. 891-2222 Ron Prins 891-2222 Ron Richards .......... 891-7176 Jennifer Russo 891-2222 Dave Vanderwoude 891-2222 Ted VanDulnen 891-2222 Tanner Whitcomb 891-2222 Sam Wright .................. 891-2222 Wendv Zandstra .... 891-SOLD One of the joys of the holiday season is remembering those who are important to us. We truly appreciate the confidence you have placed in us. It is the loyalty of customers, like yourself, that enable us to succeed. We promise to continue doing our best for you! Drew McFadden & Amanda De boer "Thank You” and may all good things be yours in the new year. Drew McFadden 'Crixiro-rri IrWrMMC® CAI W d.1 Cl VI IVa3 Serving Individual Investors Since 1871 9185 Chen> Valley Ave , Sle. E Caledonia, Ml 49316 616-891-1173 �Page 4/The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml/December 31. 2002 Year in review, continued from pg. 3 development in the area. Ifi Irving Township. Su­ pervisor Kathee Pierce worked with her board to survey residents. Lynette Wingcier took over as trus­ tee and Carol Ergang is the new clerk. Irving also is seeing new developments popping up throughout the township, with additional increases in traffic. In Freeport, the new water tower is closer to reality. The Barry County Commis­ sion is serving as bond agent for the project. Freeport Fun Days was again a great way for the community to come together. Mark Marentette was named the new chief of Thornapple Township Emergency Services. The were resolved. The township township purchased prop­ is still dealing with a lawsuit erty for a new fire station, brought by Landon Hold­ cleared the old mill in a fire ings. who wants to develop exercise and decided to keep a manufactured housing park on acreage along 108th the depot. In a major accomplish­ Street. After months of work, a ment. Thornapple Town­ ship’s ongoing contract dis­ forbearance agreement was cussions and disputes with reached with FENSCO. the Yankee Springs Township new owners of the Wolver­ LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church - Serving a Living Lord Morning Worship Fellowship Time Sunday Sc hex>1 . Evening Praise WEDNESDAY 930 am ....................... 10 35 a m. 10 50 a m 6 00 p.m Family Night 6 30 p m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Dr Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor Kevin Stiles ... C 0 II II IJ I I I ! C * I 1 C N a place to belong a place to become (Contemporary, Casual, Non-denominational) Sunday Morning Worship............. 9:30 ft 11 00 am. Youth Ministry........................................ .891-0576 Now meeting in our new building at SUS Broadmoor4 Kr v Michael Stowell, lead Pastor Joe Open. Worship trader Denns Bouma. Youth Pastor ( him h Office 616 891-0287 Visit our web site ww brightside org_____ CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A Chunh with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Worship 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. (Child & Adult) (During the School Year) Rev. R. Scott Greenway, Pastor Keith Stu Ip, Youth Director Al Tiemeycr, Community Calling Church Office: (616) 891-1512 M-37 at 100th St. CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville • 795-9726 Bruce N. Mewart. Senior Pastor Tim A. Vine. Asst. Pastor "Youth Douglas G. Beason. Visitation Pastor Gary Weaver. Music Minister Pastor David Stewart. CE Children's Pastor Sunday School 9 45 ajn. Sunday Morning Wncdnp Service. . 11:00 a m. Sunday Evening Service ...........................6.00 p.m. Wttlnevby Mid-Vfeck Prayer 6:45 p in. Word of Life Clubs . 6:45 p.m 708 W. Main Street Morning Worship Service Sunday School Evening Worship Service 10:00 a m. 11:15 a m 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Tom DeVries. Pastor - 795-9901 Middleville Good Shepherd Wesleyan Church Lutheran Church 908 W Main Street (Missouri Synod) Worship........................................ 9:30 a.m Sunday School...................... 11:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class............ .. 1L00 a.m. Ret E. Anthony Sikora Church: (616) 795-2391 GRACE UNITED REFORMED CHURCH Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of Cod 1664 N. M-37 Highway Middleville. Ml 49333 • 945-1555 located near the corner of M-37 and McCann Service Times: Sunday School 9:45 a m Morning Worship................................ 11 00 a m Evening Worship .... 6 00pm Youth Group:............................. 6 00 p.m Sunday Midweek 7 00 p m Wed 9:30 a m. Thurs. ew Life RISTIAN CHURCH 10 AM Sunday Morning 3449 - 76th St. S.E., Caledonia Services at 9:30 a m and 6 p.m. 698-9660 9255 84th Street. Alto. Ml 49302 One mile east of Wfiilneyville Rd A Church for today's world Spirit-filled family Church. Rev. P Adams Phone 891-8440 Sunday School for ages 3 yr thru 6th grade Sr High, Sun 6 30 pm Jr. High. Sun. 6:30 pm GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 West M 179 Highway (Chief Noonday Road) Wayland. Ml 49U8 • 795-7903 Meeting you, your friends, and your family - right where you're at - through: Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Dave LeBlanc, Pastor Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass . . . .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass . .9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED OUN LAKE COMMUNITY ^fje ®lti tEimc QLIjurtl) e 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S E Alto, Ml 49302 Relevant Messages Dynamic Music Quality Child Care and Programs Sunday School... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship...6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting...7:00 p.m. Worship Hours 900 aan and 1030 a.m. Rev. Royle Bailard, Pastor Phone 868-6437 ^CHURCH January 5th - Candles of Christinas Candles Tell the Stary_________ Worship Services 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m Sunday School .................... 9 45 a m Coffee Fellowship 1030 am (Nursery available throughout) Rev Norman Kohns (616)891-8167 t'hurvh Office 616-891-8669 • Fa* 891 -8648 www caiedomaumc org Lakeside M-37 between Middleville & Caledonia Community Criurch Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional A Place for Famih & I nends 11 a.m. Contemporary 6201 Whitney vdlc Avenue. Alto 6 p.m. Praise/Bible Study CHRISTIAN REFORMED Contemporary Worship 9:30am. Nursery 8l children s activities during all services Programs for all ages Sunday School for All Ages 1045 a m For more information: (616) 891-8119 Evening Worship 6:00p.m. or w w w pcacechurch cc Pastor Roger Buhman • Church Office: 868-0391 (foui Cummwue/y Cumpui fat fthuoCty wadSftuue www Lakesidecommumty arg CoiMnmnitv of Christ Leighton Church ALASKA CONGREGATION 8’46 68tn St near Whrmeyvtfe Ave 9 45 a m Church School. Sunday Praise Singing 1050 am Morning Worship . 11 00 a m Pcllo*^iuP 7 30pm Pastor EG. Frizzell Church Ph 616-868-6810 • Pastor j Ph 616-897-6740 Continued next page 2415 McCann Rd. Inlrsing) Sunday Service Timff 9:15 A.M. Morning Prayer (Holy Communon 2nd Sunday) - XC | IC ■ I— *------- ' 11:00 A.M. Holy Communion Wednesday 6:00 P.M. Evening Prayer phone 795-2370 or 949-9327 Vkar - Rev. David T. Hurtwick + St Paul Lutheran Church Missouri Sqnod Comer of 84th St and Kraft in Caledonia 1 mile west of M-S7 Traditional Service Acoustic Praise & Worship Service Sunday School 8r Adult Bible Study 8 30 AM 11.00 AM 9 45 AM Mid-Week at the Oasis - Wed. 6:30 PM Informal mid week acoustic Praise and Worship service All Services have a Nursery available • Barner Free Pastor Robert Gerke • Pastor David Ziehr Office Phone 5918f>88 New' Check out our new web me www.StPaulCaledonia org SS. CYRIL and METHODIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 150 131 st Avo . Wayland. Mi 49348 3/4 mile west of Patterson Rd Inorfhuvst of Gun bits ) Sat. Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. (thru Sept) Sunday Morning Mass 9:30 am. 792-2889 THORNAPPI.E BIBLE CI ICJRCH Preaching the Living Word Serving 7he Risen Lord Sunday Scluxil .9 30 a in. Sunday Morning Worship .10:30 a.m. (Jr. Church & Nursery available ) Currently meeting at: Emmons Like Elementary 8950 Kraft SE, Caledonia Rev. Dennis Ross Church: (616) 868-4725 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Middleville - Parmelee 9 30 am Parmelee Mommg Worship MWdtevie Momrg Worship Sunday School (AdJts) Nursery • Grade 5 Sr. High - Sun Evenrg Jr High - Grades 6-8. Wed Everang 1100 a m. 945 am. 1100 am 600-800 pm 600-7 30 pm Rev Lee Zachman Church Office Phone - 795-9266 WAYFAREK T CALEDONIA fl" UNITED METHODIST 250 \ inc Street v ine Paving Company. Thornapple Township and Middleville Village plan­ ning commissions continue to work on revising their master plans. As part of this effort, two commissioners from each municipality are working together on a plan Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday kkxrung Burtfup 830 am Tradoond 1115 am Gjmempuran Suoln School far .AH.Sgo 10tf)atn Suuln Ser.rr 500 p m FT Fnendb. Pte Sdwd 5* 630pm Aduh Bdhie Siiah Wnfaesdn 630pm a.® TOTVffXD Fa® • 90SMCV SV3BL ** (616) 891 »028 • e-nud fc>gh*on«K>en net Redeemer Covenant Church —Lighting Up Lives for God— Sunday Worship 9:30 am Christian Education HouillOOam Wednesday Family Night 5 45-800 pm Pastor Paul M HJlnun Youth Pastor David Enkson 6951 Hanni Lake Avenue. Cakdrxua 616-6984S001 TcdtemeiVAsenjut www redecmerccnmantorg A mmbeidttKbmfhLdCmmmeanmhnd Amenta COMMUNITY CHURCH Finding the Way Together! An informal, contemporary church committed to our community. Sunday Worship is at 10:00am in Caledonia Middle School's cafeteria. Everyone is welcome! Pastor Rev Josh Blunt Contact our Dutton office at (616) 65-65 WAY Check our web site www, wayfarercc.org WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WMneyvile Ave at 84th St • 891-8661 “The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus is Icjrd" Meeting at Caledonia High School Surto/Scroo 9 30am SirxJay Momrg WorsNp 1030 am Meerrg at chopet on Nr^rdte Ave Suraay Evenrg Wonnp . 6 00 p m Wed Wiweek Prayer 6 &tke Study 7 00 pm ter ’-cma Suys. Pastor • tev Kar Bom. Assoc Pastor Moste ✓**reMeotteorg �The Sun and News, MiddtevUte. Ml/December 31. 2002/Page 5 From previous page for areas closest to the vil­ lage so that rules are the same. Sign ordinances and side­ walks will continue to be discussed in both munici­ palities. Yankee Springs’ plans for a new water tower were ap­ The old mill is demolished to make way for the new TTES fire station. Irving Township wel­ comed Lynette Wingeier as treasurer. Work began on Free­ port water tower. proved It appears that after several years of planning, the township, with bond un­ derwriting from Barry County, is closer to seeing the tower completed. The Yankee Springs Township Park is becoming a reality. Volunteers from results of this planning ef­ fort to consolidate ordi­ nances and standardize rights of way along M-37. In the Thornapple Kel­ logg School District the watch words this fall have been “change" and “suc­ cess.” Kevin Konarska was named superintendent fol­ lowing the retirement of Midge Pippel. A bond issue was passed this fall. Konarska believes that the additional space and upgraded facilities will posi- tivcly impact students. The bond issue funds work on all buildings with significant changes at McFall (addi­ tional kindergarten class­ rooms). Lee (renovation of the open classroom wing and additional classrooms). Page (new classrooms) and a varsity gym and additional classrooms at the high school. But change is already be­ ing discussed as inc funds Continued next page Caledonia Sportsman Club Breakfast Eighth-graders learned about alternative energy. The annual dinner theater was a sellout for the Vil­ lage Players of Middleville. Mom’s quilts were the prettiest in her quilting circle, but now she isn’t interested in talking to anyone about the quilts that she spent so much time on. the GFWC-Gun Lake area and a grant from the Barry Community Foundation are just part of the optimistic outlook for the park. New developments con­ tinue to attract new residents to the area. The Yankee Springs Rec­ reation area outdoor educa­ tion centers and cabins are now being managed under a lease agreement. There is a new winter sports parking lot on Gun Lake Road close West V [204)040$ 1821 N. 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The special Route 37 cor­ ridor committee, with mem­ bers from Yankee Springs, Middleville and Thornapple Township has received a grant for a planner. This coming year should see the •Abe Lincoln* made a whistle stop Gerald Hemmes - Max L. Oliver 795-3536 401 S. Broadway. (M-37) Middleville Houn: MF 9-6; Sat. 9-3 �Page 6/The Sun and News, MtddtevUte. Ml/December 31, 2002 Year in review, from page 5— approved in the bond issue for the upgrading of soccer facilities may be transferred to artificial turf for the foot­ ball field. The school board will make this decision in January. Teachers continue to win technology awards and grants. Students also win awards for their achieve­ ments. Successful Odyssey The Heritage Day run was a popular start to this event. of the Mind teams went to state finals this past spring. Konarska says he is also proud that the district is con­ tinuing to unify school im­ provement efforts. He says. ’"When you have an out­ standing staff and supportive school board all heading in the same direction great things can happen for our kids.” Challenges he sees in the coming year arc the state budget, implementing the construction plans, using fi­ nancial resources wisely, es­ pecially if the state freezes school funding, and meeting the challenges of the federal “No Child Left Behind” and “Education Yes” legislation. He has enjoyed develop­ Supervisor Kathee Pierce congratulated Carol Ergang and Tim Weingartz, who are the new clerk and township trustee. ^VeightWatchers YOU WON'T BE HUNGRY. YOU WON'T BE BORED. YOU WON'T BE THE SAME. Wtnmng Points is a pUn you can jtKk with till you reach your goal You can eat rhe foods you love, stay satisfied, and still lose weight Now at Weight Watchers get “In the Groove." your cool guide to getting started, FREE when you join ing positive relationships w ith members of the school staff, parents and the larger communitx. The Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center (the former science wing) opened and serves the alternative high school, preschools and com­ munity education needs of the district. The Bright Be­ ginnings program has spon sored play dates and pro­ vided educational informa­ tion for parents. Senior citizens meet monthly in the resource room and continue to go on trips together Bradford White finished its tank enclosure building Continued next page Notable appointments this year included Joanne Boyer as the new Thornapple Kellogg School and Community librarian. Join for $20! Save $10! 1-800-651-6000 www.weightwatcherswesternmichigan.com Caledonia Caledonia Community Resource Center • 330 Johnson Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Middleville Middle Villa Inn • 4611 N. M-37 Hwy. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Meetings also in Hastings. Lake Odessa and More! ^VeightWatchers real food, real life, real results. 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Accepting new patients 616-913-8850 or 891-2503 Priority Healty and Aetna insurance accepted. men's & women's obstetrics - kids & tee ~ seni VANTAGE HEALTH Physicians 9090 South Rogers Ct., Caledonia, Ml - www.advantagehealfh.org �The Sun and News Middleville Mi/December 31. 2002/Page The Depot is saved. for the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission. The year ends as it began, snow covered! CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FREE DEVELOPMENTAL INVENTORY Car shows knocked visitors off their feet, or is it cars off their tires? From previous page and added landscaping. Dur­ ing difficult summer con­ struction the company also cooperated with detours. The Renaissance Zone has its first tenant. Euro Lighting. A new tenant for the zone will make a presen­ tation in January. Other business have expanded, weathered economic hard times and found a good home in the area. The challenges of the coming year will be great. There might be bad weather, hard economic times or even more road construction. Only next year’s “year in re­ view” section will know the answer. Do you have concerns about the speech, socialization, learning and/or growth of your preschool aged child? We may be able to help! The Caledonia Community Schools will be conducting a developmental screening for preschool aged children to identify those who may benefit from early educational intervention. If you are a Caledonia School District resident and would like to sched­ ule a screening for your child please call 891-0219 for an appoint­ ment. The screening will take place Friday, January 24th between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. There is no fee for this service. (The next screening is planned for next spring - date to be announced.) Officer Ryan Argo and a gnostly figure checked candy at the Bradford White UAW 1002 sponsored Halloween party _sfteav leasnve OPEN 6 DAYS a Week Evenings Always Available HAIR DESIGNERS Now open late MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY I? Call today for Appointments! 122 E. Main St., Middleville Call For Your Appointment!______ We would like to thank all of our valued customers for placing their trust in us in 2002. We look forward to serving all of your financial needs in 2003. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �Page 8/The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/December 31. 2002 Reaching lor finish line in Caledonia: a year-end wrapup by Cathy L. Rueter Staff Writer Reporting on the Caledo­ nia area sometimes feels like running a race where the fin­ ish line keeps changing. The Caledonia area is often growing and changing at such a rapid pace that, as a part-time reporter, it pre­ sents a challenge. The year-cnd wrap up is a time to revisit and reflect on what has happened in the past year. But due to that ever-changing finish line, this year will also include new bits and pieces of infor­ mation interspersed with the old. Faces: A familiar one around Caledonia. (John) Buff Rodgers, celebrated his 20th anniversary with the village this year. The event was rec­ ognized with a celebration of family, friends and co­ workers. Not one to like the limelight. Rodgers often is seen in the background of happen­ ings around the village and various community events, quietly going about his busi­ ness. Partly because of this de­ votion to the community, Rodgers, along with Ed Pawloski of Ed s Body Shop, was chosen as one of the grand marshals for the Homecoming Parade in the fall. The Caledonia High School Student Council, on the basis of having served their country and the com­ munity selected them. Rodgers, married to his wife Diane for 30 years, is a 1964 graduate of CHS. He has been a member of the Caledonia Fire Rescue De­ partment since 1970. He has also been a member of the Caledonia American Legion Post #305 during the same time. Pawloski has kept himself busy this past year with Jason Wiegand and Kristin Klein are finishing up their Caledonia Middle School career knowing that they understand another culture a bit better after having visited Australia with the People to People or­ ganization. Brian Good and Caitlyn Boot, now both Caledonia juniors and Carolyn Ehmry. currently a TK senior were among the students with NACC that traveled to Ireland to bring their gifted voices to area churches and Abbeys Ed Pawloski was se­ lected as one of the grand marshal’s for this year’s Homecoming Parade, along with Buff Rodgers, John Rodgers, better known to all around Cale­ donia as “Buff,” prefers to quietly accomplish his many activities around the area. He celebrated his 20th anniversary with the village the same way — quietly with a gathering of family, friends and co­ workers. Rodgers is seen here as one of the grand marshals of the Homecoming Parade 02, along with Ed Pawloski. what seems to be a constant upgrading of his business — Ed’s Body Shop. Fast, friendly service combined with the cutting edge tech­ nology he’s recently in­ stalled is the trademark for the shop. Arlene Oaks stepped down from her position as coordinator for the Caledo­ nia area of the FDA Food Commodities (surplus food items), based out of Holy Family Catholic Church. Oaks relinquished her duties after “15 or 20 years” of volunteering with the group, due to moving out of the area. “I enjoyed it,” she said. “You get to visit and know the people in the commu­ nity, especially the senior citizens.” Trudi Stawick. from Holy Family, gave high praise for Oaks volunteer work: “She was very faithful to the pro­ gram. She did a good job.” Oaks coordinated the ef­ forts of Caledonia area vol­ unteers following Lillian Schultz, under the supervi­ sion of Kent County Direc­ tor Janet Davis. Dick Spiegel has now taken over for Oaks as the area coordi­ nator. Diane Bockheim, long­ time route coordinator for Caledonia District Student Transportation Services, re­ tired recently from that posi­ tion. “She’s a great lady,” com­ mented co-worker, Andy Snyder. “We’re really going to miss her.” (More on this retirement at a later date.) Though not a new face around Caledonia. Brian Bennett is in a new position. Hired as the first ever fulltime fire chief in Caledonia, Bennett is taking on the challenge with several new firefighters in tow. Fire and rescue calls have risen for the past several years as Caledonia grows. (A per­ sonal interview with Chief Bennett is forthcoming in a future issue of the Sun and News.) Places: Topping the list on almost Continued next page Lauren Alexander, left, and Nicole Meyer, both CHS freshmen, were among more than 40 students (four from Caledonia) who visited Australia with the People to People program The idea behind this or­ ganization is for people from the US to travel to dif­ ferent countries for a better understanding of the people and culture. movie OUTPOST Glen Valley Retail Center M-37, Caledonia 891-9303 Open Weekdays 10 am to 11 pm & midnight on Fri. & Sat. Open Christmas & New Years • Gift Baskets ; movie outpost; • Gift Certificates • Reservations on Movies • Previewed Movies & Games I [ • Games, Players & Accessories I Caledonia staff wishes you a safe and happy Holiday Season! j I Rent One Movie or Game and I get a second rental FREE with this coupon. I Offer good at Caledonia location | Sunday thru Thursday I I Free rental of equal or lessor value. | One coupon per visit. I Exptres 1WO3 Product ki SunAd No matter whether it's a relatively small fire such as this car fire, or a totally en­ gulfed house, auto accident - Caledonia Fire Rescue is on the job under the direc­ tion of Fire Chief Brian Bennett Bennett is the first full-time chief to be hired in the Caledonia area �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/December 31. 2002/Page 9 From previous page everyone’s favorite place to keep tabs on seems to be the Caledonia Replacement High School. As stated in school board meeting recap articles, everything seems to be right on schedule so far. Even the weather has co­ operated with construction. Keep watching for more in­ formation and pictorial up­ dates. Several students from the Caledonia/Middlevillc area traveled to Ireland last spring with the North American Choral Company. Caitlyn Boot and Brian Good, now both Caledonia juniors, Carolyn Ehmry. cur­ rently a TK senior and Katie Block of Alto, now a South Christian senior, were among the students who traveled to bring their gift of voices to area churches and Abbeys. Between airport delays of more than 25 hours, little food or sleep for almost 36 hours, having to sing with only one hour of preparation and a bus breaking down for over two hours, you’d think these students would have Grasshoppa of Grand Rapids was one of the featured bands of the first ever “Blues Fest" held at Shagbark Farms. Daryl Bronkema, CHS math teacher, was an­ other recipient of “Who's Who Among America’s Teachers" honor. Thomas Burrill, CHS phys ed teacher and foot­ ball instructor, was set down in black and white within the pages of the “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers." written off the trip as less than desirable. Not so. In fact, if the following quotes were any indication, they’d do it again in a heartbeat. "Ireland was a great expe­ rience!” said Caitlyn Boot. “I loved the countryside, it was so green with wide open spaces. We got to travel across the country and give concerts in some incredible cathedrals. I really enjoy touring with the North American Choral Com- The CHS Electrathon Team pulled several top honors out of their hats, er, helmets, this past fall. Peter DeLille, CHS or­ chestra instructor, was chosen as one of the “Who's Who Among America’s Teachers.” De Lille is one of four CHS teachers receiving this honor. pany. Katie Block, who had pre­ viously chronicled the trip for this reporter, said, “I really liked the people. They were really friendly. “I loved singing in the ca­ thedrals. It was so beautiful. The sound just resonated.” Block, reported that the trip wasn’t all just working and singing. They were able to tour and/or visit such places as the cliffs of Moher (pronounced “More”), Kylemore Abbey (Kylamore), Galeway and Christ Church. In fact, said Block, “a monk wanted the troupe to give a concert (in Christ Church) and sing Ave Maria ’ We ended up re­ cording some of our songs in there.” Another group to benefit from the talents of Caledo­ nia students during the year Our cruise line has matured nicely. It’s our prices that refuse to grow up. was the People to People program. Jason Wiegand and Kristin Klein, now eighth-graders at Caledonia Middle School, and Lauren Alexander and Nicole Meyer, currently ninth-grad­ ers at CHS. went with the group as Student Ambassa­ dors to Australia. According to Meyer. Peo­ ple to People is an organiza­ tion started by a former U.S. president where people travel to different countries to better understand their culture and to work toward eventual world peace. “It was educational, and it was really fun.” said Meyer. The group stayed for sev­ eral days in Sydney, visiting such landmarks as the Syd­ ney Stadium, former home to the Olympics, the Power­ house Museum, the Opera House, and the National Opal Collection. After Syd­ ney they went to the out­ back. snorkelcd the Great Barrier Reef and stayed with an Australian family for weekend. Awards: Four Caledonia High School teachers were set down in print when they were listed among “Who s Who Among America s Teachers.” Daryl Bronkema. math: Thomas Burrill physi­ cal education and football: Jennifer Frisbie. English, and Peter DeLille, orchestra, were recognized for educa­ tional excellence. (Frisbie. who is currently on mater­ nity leave, was unavailable for a photo.) Three 2002 graduates of Caledonia High School. Brittany Barber. Matthew Boot and Rebecca Taylor, received the College Continued next page (Building - New High School being built) 5.97L (Need we say more?) 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To receive the DAR Good Citizen Scholar­ ship, a student must submit two parts, including per­ sonal information and a 500word essay (this part must be completed and edited within a two-hour time limit under the watchful eye of faculty or a DAR member). Jonathan Daniel, a CHS senior, is the recipi­ ent of the Daughter’s of the American Revolution Good Citizen contest and award. Electrathon), the team of Jeremy Kok and Dustin Hofert. plus newcomer Nick Cress, held onto second and third place wins in two races around the area. The Caledonia Class of 2002 was grateful for a gen­ erous donation from Seif & Sons Chevrolet, which will go towards the class reunion fund. This own reporter's thanks are added here and now for the kindness, pa­ tience and willingness for information from everyone in the Caledonia area. Even though there may not be an actual finish line to cross, it can keep moving as long as it means that the Caledonia area keeps growing and changing. Sharing holiday fun Katie Block, a South Christian senior, was one of four students from the Caledon ia/M iddleville area to tour Ireland with the North American Cho­ ral Company. The group was fortunate to sing in various abbeys and churches. The contest and award is in­ tended to ‘encourage and re­ ward the qualities of good citizenship.’ Jonathan Daniel reaped the rewards due, in large part, to his service to church, school and the community in various events. These events include CHS year­ book photographer and photo editor, National Honor Society, assisting with political campaigning and mentoring within CHS. In his spare time he fits in a part-time job, traveling and church youth group activi­ ties. Matthew Paarlberg, a CHS senior, is a semi-final ist for the National Merit Brian Good and Caittyn Boot, now both Caledonia juniors and Carolyn Ehmry, currently a TK senior were among the students with NACC that traveled to Ireland to bring their gifted voices to area churches and Abbeys. Matthew Paarlberg, a Caledonia High School senior, is currently a semi-finalist for the Na­ tional Merit Scholarship Award. Scholarship program. There is a rather confusing amount of information that goes into figuring out an NMS semi­ finalist’s status, but Paarl­ berg fulfilled all of the re­ quirements thus far and is in good standing as a semi-fi­ nal ist. Paarlberg was among more than 1.3 million jun­ iors last year, in over 20,000 U.S. high schools that en­ tered the 2003 program by taking the 2001 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Schol­ arship Qualifying Test. The nationwide pool of semifi­ nalists includes the highest scoring entrants in each state. “I just took the test and got lucky, I guess," was his modest reply about the pro­ gram. His grade point aver­ age is “around a 4.0.” When he’s not studying, Paarlberg enjoys weight lifting, “play­ ing the guitar a little,” and playing trumpet in band. Miscellaneous: Shagbark Farm graced it­ self with the first ever “Cow Pie Blues Fest.” Held out in a pasture on the farm, the crowd attested to some en­ joyable music and a rela­ tively organized festival. It was hoped by many in the crowd that this would be­ come an annual event. The CHS Electrathon team, with a little purple and gold car, pulled off several top honors in two different races held this past fall. Un­ der the direction of CHS teacher Charles Lothschutz (drafting, materials and The Honors Choir helped make the December GFWC-Gun Lake area women s club meeting festive school board member Dan Parker treated the bus drivers to a holiday brunch “This is just one way to thank them for the care they take to keep our students safe,” Parker said. Thornapple Massage Clinic Gentle massage for stress relief migraine & tension headache, sports massage, warm hand wax dip for k arthritis and aroma therapy Hours by appointment Evening & Saturday Certificates ^appointments available make great Christmas Pat Bowerman, * • Registered Nurse. ^Certified Massage Therapist 616-795-2623 L6W-838-3Q84 9426 Spring Creek CL 37, .Middleville MI 49333- Treats were supplied by Greg Pope from the food service department Call 945-9554 to place your Sun & News ACTION-Ad! Reach over 11,000 area homes �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml December 31. 2002/Page 11 Take some time to solve riddle contest by Patricia Johns Staff Writer All the A clues were re­ vealed in order in the Dec. 17 Sun and News and are re­ peated below. Tom DeVries has now opened his cache of B clues which help solve the A clues. The contest began on Oct. 30 and will end when someone finds the key to a treasure worth approxi­ mately $250 donated by lo­ cal businesses. This week all the A and B clues have been distributed to the sponsors and arc printed at the end of this ar­ ticle. DeVries suggests, “Why not clear the cobwebs out of your brain by trying to solve this riddle and take home the prize." If no one solves the riddle by New Year’s Day the C (really easy) clues will be printed in the Sun and News on Janu­ ary 7. Contest forms are at the participating sponsors Fam­ ily Trax Video, Middleville Paris Plus. Mid Town Cafe, Phil’s, Middle Villa Inn. Tires 2000. 4 Star Video, TK Kitchen. Middleville market Place, Pharmacy Care, Desert Sun Hair and Tanning, in the Sun and News and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Prizes include a portable CD player, gift certificates, free Cosmic bowing, a tur­ key and 5 one ounce silver bars. The first person to find the key should remove it from its place and call DeVries at 795-3667. Here are the B clues: Clue IB: A game from my name many children did play but my work is serious, keeping death s call away. Clue 2B: On the north edge of town I reside, but my rows of picture boxes I do not hide. Clue 3B: And I have re­ placed that useless old thing with a wonderful new one so the motor will sing. Clue 4B: Please fill my plate sez 1. or I’m afraid that I shall die. Clue 5B: Y2K may have gone away, but these guys are here to stay. Clue 6B: Cold and lonely I circle from the bright hot core, at the end of a chain of balls that are full of lore. Clue 7B: From leeches to lizards, the ancients did use, but I aim to heal you and not make excuse. Clue 8B: Behind the store of summer’s sweet ice 1 stay, and I remain open, even though they went away. Clue 9B: How many great auto companies had we. un­ til some German bought one for a fee? Clue 10B: Crash, bang, smash slam - again and again. “Columns" get knocked over and some even spin. Clue I IB: Some like cof­ fee. some like tea. But all like to chat while relaxing in me. Clue 12B: Every year many people on vacation in lodges stay, but this year a lodge tried to become VP and not for play Clue 13B: Every day the sun does rise and breaking news abounds, so when your fingers do the walking, note which the seventh pounds. Clue 14B: When the sun is gone and you cannot play. Where can one bask to keep the pale away? Clue 15B: My rows do empty as baskets fill with products from the field and mill. Clue 16B: Group and family fun is my goal. So come to my store and worry not about the toll. Clue 1?B: Any fool can make a poem, you see. But only God can make______ . Here are all A clues: Clue 1A: "Alone hang I from on high, ruling my vil­ lage from the sky.” Clue 2A: How many pic­ tures of the stars from the north wall give their stares? Clue 3A: For how many years have people how brought the worn out or bro­ ken for replacement have sought? Clue 4A: When from east edge came they, in our fair town here to slay ." Clue 5A: How many dry dock slots there be for your land y achts to be repaired by me? Clue 6A: Gustav Holst he knew me not. But Walt Dis­ ney used my name a lot. Clue 7A: How many strange symbols hang on the doors, that hold strange po­ tions for you and yours? Clue 8A: As they visit my See contest, page 12 JB HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hastings. 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Pennock Partner, Carrie Wilgus, M.D., Pediatrician Heide Family, Hastings, MI Pennock VICES HEALTH > i tOfcssional. progress)^ 1009 W. Green Street, Hastings • WWW.PENNOCKHEALTH.COM �Page 12/The Sun and News Middleville Mi/December 31, 2002 M’ville budget presents positive look for ‘03 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Man­ ager Bryan Groesbeck has presented a budget that ap­ pears to be in a deficit, but is not. While the village must continue to track revenues, Groesbeck said Dec. 17 that he believes that significant work to improve the village can be done during 2003. The village anticipates to­ tal revenues during the next year to be $2,699,499. The expenditures for the year are estimated to be $2,920,200 with the possible deficit re­ placed by a “very good” fund balance. Gruesbeck was very con­ servative in estimating state revenue sharing. He reduced the project state payout by 3.5 percent and then by an­ other 3.5 percent to come up with an estimated $260,000 loss. The budget includes $12,000 in sidewalk repair and $6,000 in new sidewalk construction. The $110,000 in major street funds coming from the state along w ith the general fund will allow work on the intersection of State and Russell streets, and local matches for pro­ jects on Grand Rapids Street. West Main Street and regular maintenance. Money in the local streets fund supplemented by gen­ eral funds will go toward re­ paving Fremont. Keeler. Greenwood, Second and Third streets. The budget was approved unanimously by the Village Council. It will be reviewed and adjusted as needed dur­ ing the year. Contest, from page 11 Robert and Nancy Anders to celebrate 50th anniversary Bob and Nan will celebrate 50 years together on Jan 10, 2003. Their children are, Jim and (Darla) Anders of Arizona, (Bruce) and Kim Bender. Jeff and (Deb) An­ ders, Rob Anders all of Michigan and Ken and (Dee) Anders of Florida. A family dinner will mark the occa­ sion. If you would like to send a card of congratulations please send to: Bob and Nan Anders, 4060 Grange Rd , Middleville. Michigan 49333. small hidden cave, “Coffee please,” many do say. But how many mugs are tied to grid that so few notice as they stay. Clue 9A: How many parts, did the father of psy­ chology say, makes every person what he is today? Clue 10 A: How many paths there be. for me to strike the wood 1 see ? Clue 11 A: In our three part name many letters you see. but there are no prickers in what we give thee. Happy Holidays from all of us at Farm Bureau we look forward to serving you in 2003 Lynn & Julie 4695 Middleville Rd. M-37 Middleville, Ml Kay & Richard 111 N. Main Street Nashville, Ml 616-795-1670 517-852-2005 FARM BUREAU INSURANCE : ♦ Christopher J. Hier, 616-891-1240 General Dentistry for Children & Adults - NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Early Morning & Evening Appointments Available ♦ Conveniently located on M-37 in Caledonia (Right on the way to or from work) dental care in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Clue 12A: When did a great general finish his term and brash youngster next take the turn? Clue 13A: If a local news tale you would share, the last number of seven is needed here. Clue 14A: How many clams in which to lie. so you to Florida need not fly? Clue 15 A: How many canyons divide the space, whose numbers from above do face? Clue 16 A: How many images flash bright and true, .which you can take home for all to view? Clue 17A: Any fool can make a poem, you see, but only God can Margaret H. ZyIstra CASCADE - Margaret H. ZyIstra, age 90. of Cascade went to be with her Lord on Monday. Dec. 23. 2002 She was preceded in death by her husband. Albert; her son. Jack; and her grandson. Mark Zy Istra. She is sunned by her sons and daughters-in-law. Dave and Ruby Zy Istra; Bob and Mary Zy Istra; eight grandchildren; 10 great­ grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; her brother and sister-in- Opal W. DeGood KENTWOOD Mrs Opal W. De Good, age 89. of Kentwood, passed away Wednesday. Dec. 25. 200*2 at Crestview Manor. Wyoming. She is survived by her husband. Henry J. De Good; two sons. James A. (Gloria J.) De Good of Granville. Jon H. De Good of Wyoming; two granddaugh­ ters, Debra (Terry ) Schipper and Jamie (Don) Voss; three great granddaughters, Amanda. Ashley and Alyssa Schipper; sister. Norma ■si Hazzard of Wyoming. Respecting hei wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial sen ice w as held Saturday. Dec. 28. 2002, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Rev David Ixc Smith officiated. Interment Ml. Hope Cemetery. Middleville In lieu of Howers, memo­ rial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middle* ille. Angela Blood honored as Rotary Student of Month Jill Sarnes. Spanish in­ structor at Thomapple Kel­ logg High School, nominat­ ed senior Angela Blood, daughter of Steve and Joyce PUBUSHER’S NOTICE: Blood of Middleville, as the All real estate advertising in this news­ Rotary Student of the Month paper is subject to the Fair Housing ACT and the Michigan Civil Rights Act for November. which collectively make it illegal to “Angela was nominated advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ for her diligence and charac­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, ter. Angela’s positive atti­ national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ tude, talents, outstanding ence. limitation or discrimination." work ethic and well-rounded Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal personality have contributed custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 to a very successful high This newspaper will not knowingly school career.” James said. accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law Our She is active in National readers are hereby informed that all Honor Society, has served as dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity secretary for her class all basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451 2980 four years, has distinguished The HUD toll-free telephone number herself in athletics - winning for the hearing impaired is 1-800-9279275 — All-State lifting awards and playing volleyball and run­ ning track for four years, has been honored as homecoming queen and has played in the band for four years. ♦ ♦ ' “What sets Angela apart from many young people her \ age, however, is her well j developed sense of commu­ nity. citizenship, her canng compassion for others, and her free giving of time and skills to help and support others.” James said. “Angela has quietly made a signifi­ cant difference in the lives of many other people while asking for nothing in return.” She has given many hours tutoring in the high school’s English as a Second LanWHITE] gauge program, as well as tutoring in the high school’s English as a Second Langauge program, as well as tutoring Spanish speaking students at McFall. LHUVU Blood IHlCIlUd intends IV to C4H1 eam a + ■ degree in education at Grand Your Smile The First Thing People See! law. Luther (Bud) and Irene Laman, her sister. Edna Schriemer; and sex eral nieces and nephew s. Funeral sen ices for Mrs ZvIstra were held Friday . Dec 27. 2002 al the Mat t hy sse- K u i per-Dc< » raaf Funeral Home (Caledonia). Rev. Thomas Sluys olTici.ited. The family suggests memorial contributions he made to Whitney villc Bible Church Building Fund. Angela Blood Correction: A young lady who ap­ peared in a photo in the Dec. 24 edition of thcr Sun & News was identified incorrcctly. Her name is Mishay Shook. Call 945-9554 anytime for Sun & News ACTION-Ads. Reach over 11,000 area homes every week for just a few dollars! ------- ............ �The Sun and News Middleville Ml/December 31. 2002,'Page 13 Day. Cookies, punch, coffee and good wishes for the new year would make a great start to whatever comes. by Patrich Johns Staff Writer Did you hear from lots of Christmas “scrooges" decry­ ing the “overcommercializatlon” of “stress” of the holi­ days? I did this year and sometimes I think they are trying to take all the fun out of Christmas. I love this time of year. I like the decorations (no, I don’t think they should be up before Halloween) but I love seeing the creativity of those sending up one or 1001 lights into the dark­ ness. Haven’t you ever taken a second look at a farmhouse in the middle of nowhere with a two story angel In white lights gleaming into the darkness? Or perhaps you arc new to Middleville and did a double take at the Christmas tree growing up through the porch on Grand Rapids Street. Yes, students at Page Ele­ mentary School did have a good idea who was wearing the Santa suit during the Ge­ ography Bee but thinking about Santa as “the great ge­ ographer" lets you imagine the world from the perspec­ tive of a sled driven by “eight tiny reindeer.’’ I like it that the National Weather Service tracks San­ ta’s route or logs the amount of snow across the area. ON SALE NOW Yes, it is silly but I can re­ member years when seeing that little sleigh on a weather forecast meant there was hope in a difficult year. Santa would come even if my father was sick or my lit­ tle brother had a tumor. And you know, he did. One year when 1 was growing up In New Jersey we had torrents of snow ac­ companied by thunder and lightning on Christmas eve. We stayed indoors and baked cookies and listened to Christmas music. It was wonderful, one of the best Christmases of my child­ hood. I have some advice on ways to make the holidays less stressful but I know that you can think of some of your own solutions. Start a family tradition. When I was young we deco­ rated our mantelpiece on the first Sunday in Advent. The little shed from the crtche was In the center. Mary and Joseph and a donkey were at one end. The shepherds and a few sheep figures were in­ between and the three Wise Men and their camel were at the other end. Each Sunday the figures would move closer to Bethlehem with the Wise Men moving more slowly. Sometime on Christmas eve, Mary and Joseph would OKI arrive at the shed and the baby Jesus figure would be in the manger when we woke up on Christmas morning. A star would be hanging over the shed, an angel on a juice glass would be balancing precariously over the roof, and the shep­ herds and sheep would be adoring. The Wise Men ar­ rived 12 days later on Epiphany. Looking for the baby Je­ sus on Christmas morning was as much a tradition as checking to make sure that Santa had eaten the cookies. Your tradition can be any­ thing that suits your family. Perhaps always attending a Christmas eve service, or giving Angel Tree gifts, or making cutting down or decorating the Christmas tree part of the routine. Finally, if you think the holidays have become too rushed or stressful decide what one thing you would keep. I make stollen. There are some years I don't bake cookies but I always make stollen, a German fruit cake, from my mother’s recipe. Now it has a Michigan fla­ vor because I use Michigan dried cherries instead of candied ones. Perhaps, instead of having a party before Christmas, open your house to friends and family on New Year’s From all of us at The Sun and News we wish you a happy and restful holiday season and a new year filled with peace, good health and joy- Middleville woman joins Warner Norcross & Judd Warner Norcross & Judd has announced that Allison J. Mulder of Middleville has joined its Grand Rapids of­ fice as an associate. Mulder graduated with a bachelor's degree in con­ sumer resources and tech­ nology from Western Michi­ gan University in Kalama­ zoo in 1998. Mulder earned her doctor of jurisprudence degree from the University of Iowa College of Law. where she graduated with distinction and was a mem ber of the Journal of Corpo­ ration Law and the Moot Court Board. Prior to joining WN&J, Mulder served as manager of the Kaplan Educational Center, where she trained and supervised office staff, coordinated class schedules and handled daily operations of two educational centers. Before that, she served as the manager of F.W. Dodge in Kalamazoo, where she managed the construction news office and handled software training. She also has extensive experience in property management, as she was previously em­ ployed by W.S. Smith Man­ agement Co. out of Mt. Pleasant Allison Mulder Mulder resides in Mid­ dleville with her husband. John. Warner Norcross & Judd is the largest law firm in West Michigan and one of Michigan's leading provid­ ers of legal services with more than 180 attorneys in five Michigan offices. Grand Rapids. Holland. Metro Detroit. Muskegon and Southeast Kent County Warner Norcross has been recognized in America’s Greatest Places to Work with a Law Degree. Nearly 40 percent of the firm’s part­ ners arc listed in the 20032004 edition of "The Best Lawyers in America.’’ The firm represents local, statewide, regional, national and international clients in all areas of business and civil law. Reach over 11,000 area homes with an ad in the Sun & News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. \20% te 50% efft . Largest Selection of in stock Vinyl Armstrong Famous Flooring CERAMIC TILE • CARPET • WOOD • VINYL In the Glen Valley Retail Center 9185 Cherry’ Valley Avenue S.E. (M-37) Caledonia, Michigan 49316 Ph.: 616/891-9000 “Try on one of our floors!” Visit us at www.armstrong.com and view any Armstrong pattern in 24 different room settings. Hours: 10-8 pm Mon. & Thurs.; 10-5:30 Tues., Wed. & Fri.; 9-3 pm Sat.; Closed Sun. |i(g �Page 14/The Sun and News Middtevrife. Mh'December 31. 2002 Thornapple Developers, Caledonia Twp, settle by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer The $2 million lawsuit brought against Caledonia Township by Thornapple Developers LLC has been settled by a $45,000 pay­ ment by the township, through mediation agreed to by both parties and ap­ proved at the Dec. 18 Town­ ship Board meeting. The case will be dis­ missed with a resolution of no fault by either party. Thornapple Developers brought the suit against the township because of its re­ fusal to permit mining of clay off 68th Street and Egan, to be used in the M-6 project, and trucked from the site by Kamminga and Roodvoets. A Court decision granted temporary mining of the site, but the company found another source of clay from another mining site. Township Board Trustee Wally Bujak spoke against agreeing to the settlement and did not vote for it. "It may make financial sense to give the developers $45,000, but ...at what point docs the word no mean no? The Plan­ ning Commission set forth a recommendation for denial of the PMR (permitted min­ eral removal). The Town­ ship Board voted to support that recommendation, and the developer sued the town­ ship and now we’re giving the developer $45,000. This we are doing after saying no, in the first place. What happens in a year and a half from now when the devel­ oper has the opportunity to come back and apply again?" Trustee Richard Robert­ son said he was also disap­ pointed. and had hoped for an opportunity to take it to a judge, but explained that he would support the motion because "The reality is. win. lose or draw, the lawsuit was for $2 million, and to come away from an action like this with this amount of money, which either way we are going to spend, and this way it’s over." Trustee Larry Stauffer said. "I don’t like throwing money around either, if we don’t have to," but reminded the board that a judge had looked at this case, which had ruled that the Planning Commission and Township Board were wrong. Harrison added that the anticipated problems with the trucks didn’t have the impact that was expected. He said, “given the circum­ stances, we would still say no. But given a $2 million judgment, 1 think we would have spent that much de­ fending our continued ’no.’ "We are defending against what the delay of telling him "no" supposedly cost. I’m on the side of finances on this. I think it’s a small victory for the township that we at least had the courage to say no, and were willing to defend this." He said he felt the board had kept to its respon­ sibilities in this. Trustee Bill Bravata said some laws supersede the township’s laws. He said mineral removal does not fall under normal zoning ju­ risdiction. He said the board responded to local citizen opinion. "But in America, if you do not agree with the town­ ship. you do have the right to sue. That s a right as a citizen. We tend to decrv in­ dividuals who sue the town­ ship. but that’s a very impor­ tant right in this country. If you as a citizen are harmed by us, you can sue us." In other recent Caledonia Township business: • Firefighters Tom Miller, Jamie Robards. Bill Wilson. Scott Siler. Tammy Beemer. Jeremy Wohlford. and Andy Carey were officially hired by the fire department with approval by the board. The hiring process for the new fire fighters began with an application, new Chief Brian Bennett explained. A background check, a driving record check and references were reviewed. A physical exam was required. Biocare contracts with the township to perform these exams, which in turn reports these findings, and recommends the candidates for their abil­ ity to perform fire fighting functions. Bennett said it was a pretty extensive exam, and the report was eight pages. It is then up to the hiring committee to decide whether to hire or not. Bennett said National Fire Protection As­ sociation guidelines are set according to certain stan­ dards, with an acceptable range. Biocare tests to pro­ vide the verification needed. Those individuals who fall outside the range are not eli- VILLACE OF MIDDLEVILLE SRp IMPORTANT INFORMATION S** ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER Tests Showed Coliform Bacteria in Village of Middleville water Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this incident was not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened and what we did to cor rect this situation we routinely monitor for dunking water contaminants We took 3 samples to test for the presence of conform bacteria during November 2002 Two of our smples showed the presence of coliform bacteria The standard is that no more than 1 sample per month of our samples may do so What should l do’ rou do not need to boII your water or take other corrective actions However rf you have spe­ cific health concerns consult your doctor People with severely compromised immune systems, infants and some elderly may be at increased risk These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPAs safe Drinking water Hotline at 1 <800) 426-479’ what does this mean’ This is not an emergency if it had been you would have been notified immeditety Conform bacte­ ria are generally not harmful tnemserves Conforms are Dactena which are natural present m the environment and are used as an indicator that other potentially harmful bacteria may be present Conforms were found m more samples tnan aaowea ana tnts was a warning of potential problems usually conforms are a sign tht there could be a problem with the system s treatment or distribu­ tion system (pipes) Whenever we detect coliform bacteria in any sample we do follow up testing to see if other bacteria of greater concern sucn as fecal coirform or E con are present we did not find any of these bacteria in our subsequent testing, and further testing shows that this prob­ lem has been resolved What happened’ What was done’ Our chlorination pump line became plugged and was not noticed until the weekend of November 23. 2002 The pump/hne has since been repaired and is working properly at mis ome we will contmuaiiy check mis situation to assure that it does not happen again For more information please contact Mr wayne winchester Operator m charge at (269) 795-2094 or Mr Bryan Cruesbedt village Manager at (269) 795 3585 Please share this information with a* tne other people who anna tnts water, espeoarfy tnose who may not have received tnts nooce airecth (for example people m apartments nursng homes, schools. and businesses^ eou can oo this by posting tnts nooce n a pubec place or dBCnbuong copies by nandor mad This nonee ts being sent to you by me village of Middlesle CERTIFICATIONS WSSN 4360 i certify that mis water supply has fully compiled with tne public nonftcaoon requrements m tne Michigan Safe Dnnkmg water Act 1976 PA 399 as amended ana me admrvstrat?ve rules wayne winchester Operator m Charge 12/26/02 304 gibie. so the decision is made according to objective data. There is an appeal process through the township if the candidate feels the medical findings were based on an exceptional situation, such as fluctuating blood pres­ sure. It is not a formal ap­ peal, however. Supervisor Bry an Harrison said. In such cases a review of the physical standards found by Biocare would be exam­ ined. though Trustee Bill Bravata, who is on the fire commission, explained that usually the person would be sent back through the same system. Citizen Fred Fleischmann said there is a potential weakness in the system be­ cause the forms are not re­ leased to the individuals so they can appeal. Some infor­ mation is kept by the con­ sultant. He recommended copies of the findings should be kept in the township of­ fice personnel files. He said aging fire fighters might better be authorized for more restricted activities, rather than be sent into burn­ ing buildings with a hose. Employment includes qualifying in training, with a six month to one year proba­ tion. Being hired requires certification as firefighter 1 and 2. These hires are now enrolled in the class. Failure to be certified would cease their employment. An agility test is not in place at this time. Bujak said several resi­ dents had called about the hiring, and he recommended following the hiring policies and procedures “to the let­ ter.’’ • Fire service equipment items were recommended by the Fire and Safety Advisory Board and approved by the Township Board. Though budgeted for 2002, pur­ chases over a certain amount must be approved. A bid of $8,500 on the purchase of a used truck be­ ing sold through the City of Hastings Fire Department also was approved. The truck is a 1995 Chevy Tahoe utility vehicle with 70.000 miles. Blue book estimates value the vehicle at $12,750. The Hastings City Coun­ cil Monday night. Dec. 23. voted to accept Caledonia Township’s bid. Fire fighters are on call 24 hours a day. seven days a week. Expectation was that the vehicle would be in serv­ ice for two years, it would be used by Caledonia’s fire chief for fire related runs. Exact policy for use of the vehicle is to be established. • The idea of up to a 10 percent bounty be paid to persons applying for suc­ cessful federal or state grants received by the town­ ship was advanced by Harri­ son. but the board only ap­ proved further investigation of the idea. Harrison said there is a need to seek more of such grant resources. The offer would be made both to of­ fice staff and to citizens working on such efforts and serve as an incentive to the extra work involved. He thought board members should be excluded because this was already their job A policy would be de­ fined for the way the incen­ tive bounty would be given, Harrison said. Stauffer said there arc tight restrictions on money coming from grant funds and he thought diverting funds in that way might not be allowed. Harrison suggested the bounty would not come di­ rectly from the grant funds, but from the general fund. He explained that many or­ ganizations and communi­ ties hire grant writers, and this was similar. One fee charged for was around $500 for writing a fire department grant. Bujak said staff was hired to work during the day and thought the efforts for grant writing should be done on free time if they were to be so rewarded. Robertson also said citi­ zens attempting to write grants would be in the of­ fice. needing information, w hich could be disruptive It could divert the attention of staff from their other duties, he said. He said the fairness issue would arrive, because different people can work equally hard to obtain a grant, but recciv mg it is out of anyone’s control. This could cause envy between employees. He said he would not be ready to vote on the idea at this time. Stauffer said he would like to see more details. He asked, if two or three worked together on a grant, who would deserve the in­ centive? • Richard Thacker was given additional duties as systems coordinator. He is now employed as ordinance enforcement officer. Recently during Planning Commission Zoning Ordi nance revisions, more regu­ lar duties have been defined ’ for enforcement, which in practice will demand more of such an officer’s time than in the past. Bujak expressed the con­ cern that Thacker not be di­ verted from his duties in en­ forcement by adding on the systems coordinator require­ ments. • Planning Commissioner Duane Gunnink was ap proved to serve as the com­ mission's representative on the Zoning Board of Ap­ peals. • The board approved the first and third Wednesdays of the month as regular meeting dates, but it docs not plan Io meet on Jan. 1. 2003. Call 945-9554 for classified ads CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 6, 2003 at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Grand Rapids Teachers Credit Union for a special use permit to allow the construction and use of a second freestanding sign on a parcel of land in a C-2, General Business District, said lands being commonly described as 7175 Broadmoor Ave., and legally described as: S 200 FT OF THAT PART OF NW 1/4 LYING SWLY OF WLY LINE OF BROADMOOR AVE/STL M37 - 120 FT WIDE/’SEC 8 T5N R10W 1,74A All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed special land use. Written comments may be submit­ ted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing. Dated. December 31,2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 306 �The Sun and News. Middleville Mi/December 31. 2002/Page 15 Caledonia utility projects $200,000 under budget CD Barnes, the general contractor for renovating the Foremost Iron Removal Plant, which installed a par­ allel iron removal system, was approved for a payment of $548.75. The estimate had been for $15,662. Another change order for $24,259.20 was granted, re­ lated to the system which is now on line and providing water to Foremost Insurance and to others in the district needing water. More minor work remains to be done al­ though the plant is in serv­ ice, and these items will not affect service, Pierson said. Another matter was met to 96 cents per thousand per by Patricia Johns quarter in 2003, to $1.01 in with resistance by some — Staff Writer 2004, $1.08 in 2005 and an extension of the contract After months of discus­ with Dunnigan Brothers, $1.14 in 2006. sion and negotiation, the The rate of connection which was approved in a 5-2 Middleville Village Council fees was definitely on the vote after discussion. The approved a five-year con­ mind of Phil and Kelly Va- contract was extended for tract with Teamsters Union nEtte, who requested the re­ 197 days. More work is Local 214, which represents fund of the connection fee needed in the spring to in­ three Village Department of they paid for their Kids First stall an additional pipeline Public works employees. in the northeast comer of the daycare business. The Dec. 17 agreement They challenged the 3.76 project. A right of way is followed approval by the residential equivalency units still needed. DPW. The contract includes Dunnigan also is expected they were charged since wage increases tied to the they do not use as much wa­ to complete a force main to Consumer Price Index, pay­ ter as three households for the village wastewater treat­ ment of certification train­ ment plant. The company their 100 child facility. ing, and a bonus of $900 in also will connect the north Following a discussion their next paychecks. The water system to the south with the engineer, Steve boot allowance was also in­ system. That project is esti­ Williams, it turns out that creased to $125 per year. mated to come in under The five-year contract can Kids First docs not use their budget at around $200,000, dishwasher because they use be reopened at the beginning or a net project savings at of the fifth year to negotiate disposable tableware, some around $175,000, Pierson of the children are still in wages said. 'Hie council also approved diapers and no clothes are Resident Paul Emerson raising the water rates per washed on the premises. asked about the initial bids Williams stressed that the thousand gallons of use over for the project. the next four years. This will connection fees were set fol­ Township Supervisor piovide funds for upgrading lowing legal decisions. He Bryan Harrison said there the system, which will need also noted that the fee is not were originally 13 bids, and to be done over the next on water actually used but Dunnigan Brothers had won on potential usage. He will year. the bid. The fee covers the continue to research this is­ Emerson also questioned amount of water delivered. sue and report back to the details of the force main. He The price will go up from council in January. wanted to know if an exist­ the current 89 cents per In other business that has ing main was being by­ thousand gallons per quarter at least something do with passed which the first devel­ the quality of water, the opers still owed money for. council approved the request He suggested those develop­ for a change in the liquor li­ ers should be paid back for cense at the MiddleVilla Inn that obligation. which will allow the restau­ Pierson assured him those rant to establish a micro brewery. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Caledonia Township’s utility projects are proving to be completed at a savings, and rates have dropped for users by S3 per month. However, related adjust* ments were still questioned at the Dec. 18 meeting of the Township Board. The water tower contract required a final payment of $9,110 to complete an S8O8.O85 project approved by the board. The water tower is now in service, said Rich Pierson, township utili­ ties administrator. The pro­ ject contract was for $826,000, which meant the contractor ended up under that estimate, even with the final payment. Labor contract, water rates OK’d Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 6, 2003 at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Eamar Curran-Howard for a special use permit to allow the construction and use of a seventeen hundred and twenty eight (1728) square foot accessory building on a parcel of land in a R-R, Rural Residential District, said lands being commonly described as 8825 84th Street, and legally described as: W 330 FT OF S 1/2 SW 1/4 SW 1/4 • SEC 13 T5N R10W 5.00A All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed special land use. Written comments may be submit­ ted to the Township office, at the above-stated address, up to the time of the public hearing. Dated: December 31,2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 307 developers would not be by­ passed. Trustee Robertson said a first priority should be to take those developers off. Harrison said the force main was not relevant to the matters under discussion. Engineer Randy Wilcox explained the total $5.5 mil­ lion contract including the work that still has to be done this spring came in at about $200,000 under. Another resident com­ plained over granting a 197day extension when the company had taken its work crew out of the project in July. He said he had a con­ tract for a due date on the in­ stallation of the utilities, and Dunnigan had failed to meet that contract. "Why would you not pe­ nalize him for not finishing the job on time?" He said he had been harmed by not meeting the deadline. Emerson said Dunnigan had also just installed a fire hydrant which had previ­ ously been missed. He be­ lieved the water supply to Golf Meadows had been contaminated by this instal­ lation after being put in Harrison and Robertson service. Pierson said a live tap into opposed approval. Harrison commented on a a line with a valve is a com­ lack of tact by the contractor mon practice. in dealing with the public. Emerson later explained he wanted verification the He said the company did not water was safe to drink, and work on Fridays, and the he was told how to obtain time was lengthened. A budget amendment was assurance. Wilcox said the final made in connection with the completion date was to have utility projects because they been Nov. 15. which had not were under budget. A sewer rate reduction for been met. but the township had made changes to the M-37 sewer customers from $24 to $21 per month was contract as well, justifying approved. the additional time. Parmalee Road Rolling 6.08 Acres In Middleville 6.08 Acres Excellent build site! Rolling parcel with 557’ of road frontage! Private setting with trees and lots of wildlife! Conventional perk on file. Priced at only $49,900! !*Avi AW properties.com CaJI T'm ForBl1 616-813-5244 cell 800-455-9137x12 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on January 20. 2003 at 7 00 pm, at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia The amending ordinance amends Chapter XVH of the Township zoning Ordinance, covering the planned mineral removal ipmri district and the principal provisions of the ordinance are as follows 1. PMR Lands. Operations for removal of sand, gravel and other minerals may take place only on lands zoned In the pmr district. Lands eligible for PMR rezoning must be in the A or the R R district Lands in the R-1. R-2 or R-3 district, or within 500 feet of those zones, may not be rezoned to the PMR district 2. PMR Applications. Twelve copies of a pmr plan must be submitted for pmr rezoning Among other matters, the PMR plan must Identify ail watersheds, streams and other watercourses, whether on or off the removal site, which may be affected by the PMR operation Copies of logs of existing water supply wells on the pmr lands and adjacent lands must be submitted Proposed routes for the hauling of mineral material must be specified 5. Site Rehabilitation Plan. The ordinance amends the required components of the site rehabii itation plan. The plan must Include a description of all potential adverse effects on the groundwa ter table, copies of reports analyzing the effect of pmr operations on the underground water sup ply must be submitted 4. PMR Operations, pmr operations must be located not closer than 500 feet from any occupied dwelling located on non-PMR lands, unless the Township permits a closer location while pmr oper ations must be at least 500 feet away from any R-1, R-2 or R-3 lands, they may be located up to 100 feet away from any lands zoned in the A or R-R district PMR operations may occur without setback from the boundary line If the adjacent lands are zoned pmr and if they are owned by the owner or operator of the PMR lands 5 Phased Mineral Removal, Not more than 21 acres of land may be authorized for pmr opera ttons at any one time, within an overall PMR operation Of this number not more than one-third is to be used for site preparation not more than one third for mineral removal and not more than one third for site reclamation at any one time Each completed phase must be inspected and approved by the Township before the operator proceeds to the next phase Failure to obtain such inspection and approval prior to commencing work on a subsequent phase is a violation of the PMR permit and the zoning ordinance 6 rMnfMnq of Materials On any PMR lands, no dumping of stumps concrete asphalt discarded materials or any other materials or debris not associated with pmr operations is permitted 7 Buffering Of PMR Impacts. The buffering of PMR operations by means of landscaping berming and the like is required during PMR operations and as a part of site rehabilitation Such buffering may be required to obscure the view of PMR operations and to moderate noise resulting there from. 8 Hours and Pars of Operations pmr operations are limited to the time between 7 00 a m and 600 p m Monday through Friday but minor equipment maintenance work can take place on Saturdays from 9 00 am to not later than 3 00 p m but such maintenance worn may not generate noise which carries beyond the pmr lands The Planning commission may place additional iimita tions on hours or days of operation 9 Other Matters, All entrance and exit roads to and from a pmr operation must be securely gated gates must be locked when operations are not occurring A performance bond, with an approved surety, is required An annual surveillance fee of 3 cents per ton of mineral material removed must be paid to the township but m any event the fee shall not be less than $5 000 00 annually The surveillance fee is to be used for reimbursement of Township expenses resulting from consideration of a PMR application and review and surveillance of the PMR operation but any amounts not so used are to be refunded to the applicant if a greater amount of such expenses is anticipated by the Township, the applicant is to deposit such additional amount, after notice from the Township There are also amendments m the pmr renewal provisions Ail interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment on the proposed amend ments m the PMR chapter written comments concerning the proposed amendments may be sub mated to the Township Office at the above-stated address, up to the tune of the public hearing Dated December 24. 2002 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHAPTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA 305 ________________ ________ ___ ——___________________ �Page 16/The Sun and News. MtddteviWe Ml/December 31. 2002 Public TV channel discussion continues by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Resident Don Miesen told the Caledonia Township Board Dec. 18 that he would like to be able to see the TV broadcasting of public meet­ ings, which hasn’t been hap­ pening because of a commu­ nity focus on bickering. Miesen said ht was frus­ trated as community issues that are important to him and to other citizens might get support if they were able to see the facts of the situa­ tion. He said maintaining and managing the important community asset is a town­ ship responsibility. “I think it would be sim­ ple to have not an advisory committee, but an authority that would run our public television programming and control the funds." He suggested appointing two individuals from the township, from the village and the schools, and two elected individuals, none of which would come from the other three bodies. They could set up bylaws, which could be approved by the three parties involved. "It could be run with the best interests of the commu­ nity in hand, instead of the bickering and political mo­ nopolizing of the privilege and the responsibility." Mie­ sen said. He said he thought the re­ sponsibility belonged pri­ marily at the school level, with students to work on it as an educational opportu­ nity. He said the schools should be involved in the planning while the new high school is still being built. He offered to volunteer to help the broadcasts to air. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison said the TV station was an under-used asset or resource, w hich was inherited as a responsibility of the township, and ac­ knowledged a failure to do something sooner. He said in trying to reacti­ vate the committee, with the best intentions for the com­ munity, he had run into a buzz saw. He said he was leaning toward Miesen's suggestion to establish an "authority." Harrison said three at- Caledonia Twp. officials urge recycling of Christmas trees Caledonia Township offi­ cials arc urging local resi­ dents to have their Christ­ mas trees recycled. "Think of it as a chance to give your tree back to na­ ture. Your tree served you and yours well and now it will complete iVa cycle from seed to celebration to soil," remarked Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison. The Caledonia program is being implemented as a test project in cooperation with Harder and Warner, a local nursery and landscaping business. Harrison said he hopes to expand the pro­ gram to additional drop-off locations in future years if the community shows sup­ port. "We hope the service is popular because it offers citizens an easy and envi­ ronmentally sensitive way to dispose of their trees after the holidays,” he said. “I also want to express my sin­ cere appreciation to Harder and Warner for supporting us in making this happen.” Trees will be collected and then shredded or chipped, and the resulting mulch will be spread around plantings on township prop­ erty or composted with other organic niaterials at the township seedling-growing center. Harder and Warner is lo­ cated at 6464 Broadmoor (near M6/Southbclt). They will run the program from Thursday, Jan. 2, through Saturday, Jan. 11. Trees can be dropped off only between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur­ day. People should go into the “Garden Center” at Harder & Warner to let them know that they have a tree to drop off. All decorations (in­ cluding imitation icycles), nails, tree stands and other material should be removed from the trees first before disposing of them. Flocked trees (decorated with fake snow) cannot be recycled and will not be accepted at the drop-off sites. Volunteers are needed at various times to run the trees through the chipper. Please call Archie Warner (6986910) if willing to help. “Christmas tree recycling makes good sense and is gaining popularity as an en­ vironmentally smart and sound practice,” Harrsion noted. “While some commu­ nities used to host giant Christmas tree bonfires, the trend today is toward recy­ cling our trees so that the valuable organic materials like carbon and nitrogen can benefit other plants and ani­ mals. “Tree chipping helps reduce waste going to landfill and also reduces the temptation to illegally dump the tree along a roadway or vacant land,” headded. “Some commununities have even used whole trees in wildlife habi­ tat restoration projects by piling them around watering holes to provide shelter for birds, or by sinking them into lakes as a haven for small fish.” large elected members would serve to break any ties. He said there is no staff person to film meetings. He said they were relying on volunteers and for people to drop off tapes, w ith no good system in place, which he thought perhaps ideas from said needed to be made a other communities could priority. He thanked indi­ serve as a guide. viduals w ho had made con­ Citizen Fred-Fleischmann tributions of time and effort. said he agreed the channel He said a better organiza­ should be handled by the tional and management schools and recommended structure was needed. He South Christian. Public hearing on paving of Alaska Ave. approved by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer A request for paving Alaska Avenue between 68th and 76th streets has been approved for a public hearing by the County Road Commission so residents could comment. A second stretch of un­ paved Alaska from Burr­ stone to 76th Avenue was also discussed Dec. 18 by the Caledonia Township Board and public comment was asked for. The Kent County Road Commission would do any of the paving of township roads and would involve a co-payment for the improve­ ments. Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison explained that increasing development in the north part of the town­ ship is a concern. He said a developer there had infor­ mally agreed to work with the township on such a pro­ ject. A public hearing to dis­ cuss both sections of Alaska will be set in the future by the Kent County Road Com­ mission. All citizens along the corridor would be noti­ fied, he said. Citizen Fred Fleischmann said he had been on a citi­ zens' committee in the past, which had identified 13 miles of unpaved roads it had attempted to prioritize. He said roads near Campau Lake had been classed as a No 1 priority, Alaska to the north as No. 2 and Alaska south as No. 3. Fleischmann said the township had borne 55 per­ cent of the cost of engineer­ ing of 100th Street as a re­ sult of a petition in which 300 village citizens had asked for the street to be paved. He said some roads, such as where 100th would con­ nect primary roads. M-37, Duncan Lake Ave. and Kraft, could be eligible for federal funds. Trustee Richard Robert­ son said paving 100th Street had been a recent township priority for consideration. He said the township had paid for the engineering fees to determine feasibility and costs for paving that street between Duncan Lake Ave. and M-37. "Someone suggested to me the engineering has a shelf life,” said Robertson, implying the amount paid for that could be lost, and a factor to consider. Harrison said alternatives for putting a road between Duncan Lake and Kraft were limited and costs ap­ pear to be prohibitive be­ cause of a swamp, and be­ cause of school athletic fields that would be in the way. The supervisor said at this time there are 11.15 miles of unpaved roads in the town­ ship. Approval of any paving will be made by a board de­ termination, based on public comments, Harrison said. In addition, certain estab­ lished trees along these roads would be lost if the paving was planned. He thought the trees should be identified by the Road Com­ mission because some citi­ zens would rather keep the trees and forego the paving. Resident Dick Crissman said. "There’s a matter of question as to whether it is improved, when you cut down all the trees." Trustee Bill Bravala said he would like this board to have achieved some of the goal of paving roads. Trustee Wally Bujak asked if the Parks Depart­ ment would share any ol the cost of the paving of Alaska, but Harrison said it would not. The county already pays half the cost of paving, he said. Later during public com­ ment. resident Don Miesen commented that there were many accidents on Cherry Valley Avenue, in the north ern area of the township, where he lives. He said the road has deteriorated and is unsafe, and he asked for an evaluation of accidents and road conditions there by the township. He maintained that the community culture is chang­ ing, and infrastructure needs near M-6 would be needed to deal with Meijcrs, such things as colleges, hotels. Steelcase and other develop­ ment in the northwest quad­ rant of the township. He added the Alaska poll­ ing station parking area is hazardous to people walking there after dark, which needs attention by the township. ...for your continued patronage. IV? always enjoy making you happy and safe. back row. Brad Ed Jr. middle row: Doug Ford Terr, Janue Bar. Urr, front rout: Denns. Deanna Ed Sr CAVIN M-37 North of Middleville. 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Alecia Strumberger, Melanie Truer and Bryant Yoder Not present when this picture was taken was Joshua Brower Eighth-graders Jerimiah Brower, Jasmine Brown, Caitlin Chamberlin, Elizabeth Cipponeri and James Crandell are in the front row. Frank Davis, Amanda Denney, Benjamin Drake, Casey Grummet and Patrick Humphrey are in the center. In the third row are Samantha Reeder, Ashleigh Schultz, Heather VanHeck, Sarah Wen­ ger and Christopher Zatzke. Absent were Aaron McGillicuddy and Andrew Schultz. ^Jappy ‘SUo&days uW o| Qis al.. Seif Chevrolet Caledonia [oil a giieat gea/t. us be o[ se/tvlce tn 2002! 632 E. Main St., Caledonia 891-2220 or 891-8104 Seventh-graders in the front row are Shannon Cornett, John Eash, Andrew Gil­ bert and Dakota Hebert. In the second row are Kenneth Hoag, Timothy Howarth, Blake Johnson and Sarah Laycock. In the third row are Ashley Martin, Kandes Mellen. Jesse Pennock and Nicole Shaver. 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The first half decided nothing as the two varsity boys' basketball teams, TK and Lowell, came back out onto the floor tied at 30, but the Trojans scored seven points in the first 44 seconds of the second half and held off Lowell to lead the rest of the way and win 62-57. TK knocked down five 3pointers in the second half, including one by Mark Rolison at the buzzer to end the third quarter. His three tied the Trojans biggest lead of the night, seven points, and the lead never got back to under five points. Rolison tied for the team high in scoring with team­ mate Brett Knight, both had 14 points. All eleven Trojans who dressed got into the game, and ten of them helped round out the balanced scor­ ing attack. Knight and Rolison were the only Trojans in double digits. Next on the list were Jon Yeazel and Justin VanSpronsen with seven points apiece. Knight was also the team’s leading rebounder with 7. VanSpronsen added six steals to his point total. TK went 6 for 8 at the free throw line in the final minutes as Lowell was forced to foul, and it was enough to wipe out a pair of Red Arrow 3-point buckets in the last 20 seconds. Lowell’s final three, which cut the Trojan lead to five, was tossed in by Sam Oberlin who led the Red Ar­ row attack with 15 points. Knight scored all nine of his first half points in the first quarter to keep the Tro­ jans in reach after they lost an early 5-0 lead to a pair of Oberlin 3-point buckets. Lowell had a 7-point lead three minutes into the sec­ ond quarter, but TK chipped away as the quarter wore on. Rolison knocked down both ends of a 1-and-l to tie it at 30 with 36 seconds left in the half. The win pushes the Tro­ jans back to the winning side of the ledger at 3-2 on the season. The Trojans will try and push their O-K Blue record above .500 as well when they host the Hamilton Hawkeyes on Friday Jan. 3 as conference play gets back underway. Brett Knight (54) knocks down two of his nine first quarter points against the Red Arrows. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Trojan Justin VanSpronsen (10) hustles the ball up the court, and tries to get around Lowell’s Sam Oberlin (Photo by Perry Hardin) 269 • 269 Junior forward Mark Rolison finds a little bit of • space in the lane on his way to tying for the team lead in scoring last Friday night with 14 points. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SERVING OUR COUNTRY Adam L. Justice Air Force Airman Adam L. Justice has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, orga­ nization, and military cus­ toms and courtesies; per­ formed drill and ceremony marches, and received phys­ ical training, rifle marks­ manship, field training exer­ cises, and special training in human relations. 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(616) 795-9596 AH Makes and Models __ _ All Insurances Welcome Owned and Opera ted by... Bruce Bender 415 2nd Street Middleville �The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/December 31, 2002/Page 19 State Championships highlight 2002 sports year Senior Laun Leatherman, and a whole other host of Leathermans helped drive the fighting Scots to the Division II girls' golf title. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Trojan seniors finished the winter by posing for a picture with the state runner-up trophy in 2002 Early in the summer of 2002 Caledonia star Tim Ross repeated his state championships in the 1600-meter and 3200meter races. He then went on to finish fifth in a national race, before run­ ning off to the University of Missouri. In recent memory it has been Ihc wrestlers and the runners that have dominated the sports spotlight in Mid­ dleville and Caledonia. 2002 was much the same, but the top team perform­ ance was turned in by the Caledonia girls’ golf squad. After finishing the 2000, and 2001 seasons as the run­ ner-ups in Division III. Caledonia’s girls were bumped up to Division II in the spring and went on to win the state title. Led by a quintet of Leatherman’s Lauri, Amy Jo, Ka­ tie, and Kelli, and not leav­ ing out Erin Samuels, the Scots earned the team’s first ever state championship. Although it’s not offi­ cially a MHSAA sport yet. Caledonia did have one other group of state champi­ ons. the Caledonia Eques­ trian team. In the team’s sixth trip to the state finals the team finally won its first Division A championship. An outstanding runner put the finishing touches on his career in the spring. Caledo­ nia’s Tim Ross. Ross re- peated in both the 1600-me­ ter and the 3200-meter runs at the state track and held fi­ nals. He also won both races in his junior year, as well as finishing the 2001 cross­ country season as the Divi­ sion II individual champion. But Ross didn’t only win state accolades. He finished fifth in the national high school meet, and ran at the University of Missouri last fall. Ross wasn’t Caledonia’s only star at the state track and field finals. Angie Maxey placed runner-up in the pole vault. Maxey set and reset the school pole vault record, eventually set­ tling for 11’1”, a mark that left her five inches short of the top spot in the state. Middleville’s mat men also had another outstanding season. The Trojans earned their 11th consecutive O-K Blue title, but didn't stop there. They wrestled their way to Battle Creek before falling in the finals to Lowell. A trio of Trojans earned all state honors. Josh Bower­ man. Mike McKeown, and Matt Erb. It wasn’t only the wres­ tlers who earned special honors, but their coaches as well. In Middleville Coach Tom Lehman reached dual win number 500. and to­ gether with Coach Scott Marvin they were awarded the CO-Coach of the Year plaques. Caledonia had three grapplers qualify for the state in­ dividual finals, freshman Brandon Cancc. sophomores Matt Kilmartin ^nd Ryan Dykhouse. and senior Jacob Klapmust. On the local cross-country courses, TICs girls took the top spot in the O-K Blue again, with Jessica Stortz, Chaney Robinson. Kalcigh Page, Aubrey Raymond, Elise Nyland. and Natalie Hoag sweeping the top six spots at the O-K Blue con­ ference meet, along with teammate Theressa Miller who finished 14th they all earned all-conference hon­ ors. The Trojans string of state titles ended at a tough re­ gional, but Stortz and Rob­ inson kept running to the state finals. There Stortz finished 16th to earn all-State honors. The Caledonia girls won their second straight Gold crown by sweeping the sea­ son duals and winning the conference tournament. The Scots, like the Tro­ jans, just missed out on go­ ing to state as a team at the same Yankee Springs re­ gional. but Tricia Miedema punched her ticket to the state meet and went on to earn all-State honors by fin­ ishing 27th overall. TK’s Jessica Stortz was an all-state performer, running to a 16th place finish at the state meet last fall. Scot pole vaulter Angie Maxey flew over the bar for a school record, and runner-up state finish at the final track meet of 2002. At Your Service! See sports year. pg. 20 Your One Stop Water Store GroominG pen 9410 SPrinG Creek court (m-37) 269-795-9114 ~ now ACcePtinG New clients open Six Pays a week walk-ins welcome: MOn.-Fri. 9 am - 2 Pm Ml E Katie Water Softeners • Iron & Odor Filters Purified Drinking Water Systems Convenient Drive-Thru • 30 Years Experience Servicing AU Makes & Models 9980 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia 1-888-891-0303 Visit Our Showroom Monday - Friday 8:30-6:00 • Saturday 8:30-2:00 �Page 20/The Sun and News. Middleville Ml/December 31. 2002 Sports year, continued from page 19 On the boys side, the Tro­ jans’ Tim Brog had a tough end to his cross country ca­ reer, but it’s only considered that way because of how outstanding it was as a whole. Brog worked his way through the crowd at regionals to qualify for state, where he finished 39th over­ all. TK’s boys track squad took the top spot in the Blue, and their 800-meter relay team of Scott Brooks, Matt Erb, Darrin Tape, and Adam Chamberlain sprinted their way to a sixth place finish at the state finals. TK and Caledonia’s boys’ golf teams had exceptional falls. TK won its first O-K Blue title in 20-years by fin­ ishing the league season 140. The Trojans recorded the best match average in school history and had four golfers finish in the top ten in school history. In a wild regional, the Trojans were just edged out of the state meet, but Chase VandenBerg punched his card to the dance with a third place finish at region­ al. Caledonia tied Eaton Rap­ ids for the third spot at the regional at Broadmoor Country Club, but lost the fifth score tie-breaker. The Trojans were just one shot behind Eaton Rapids and the Scots. In the O-K Gold the Scots finished second to the squad from South Christian. Loren Crandell and Abe Mulvihill both earned all-conference honors for the squad. In the gym, Middleville’s volleyball squad set a team record for wins by going 34- Tricia Miedema was fin­ ished the 2002 cross country season by earn­ ing all-state honors with a 28th place finish at Michi­ gan International Speed­ way. 18-5. Coach Cindy Middle­ bush announced that the 0202 season, her 15th, would also be her last. Middleville’s girls’ bas­ ketball team had a tough fall, but won a district title. They bested county foes Hastings and Delton, before downing Allegan in the fi­ nal. The area's top soccer per­ formances both resided in Middleville. The Trojans boy’s and girls’ teams both won O-K Blue conference crowns in 2002. The girls shared, but the boy’s wouldn’t let Calvin Chris­ tian have a piece of the crown. Thank You LOYD’S ALT© .. .for your many years of auto parts service in Caledonia. Best Wishes Eric Smith earned third team al I-state honors in his senior season after setting school records for single game assists (7). single sea­ son assists (19). career as­ sists (50). and career goals (59). Caledonia’s boys eked their way through the Gold season for the first seed, but couldn't continue winning games in the tournament. There also was the addi­ tion of another sport to the list in Barry County. Mid­ dleville brought its girls’ swimming program back to life. Maybe, someday they’ll even have a pool that will allow them to have home meets Swimming came to Barry County and bowling won’t be too far behind as the MHSAA announced in No­ vember that boys’ and girls’ tournaments would be added onto the winter sports sched­ ule next year. Both TK and Caledonia currently have club teams participating at the Middlevilla Inn. A couple more coaches also deserve a nod in this year end review. Trojan tennis Coach Larry Seger became only the sec­ ond coach in Michigan High School history to reach 600 combined boys’ and girls’ tennis coaching victories. Last spring after 43 years of coach, Caledonia’s John Sodcrman decided it was time to hang ’em up. Sodcrman holds the state record for the most consecu­ tive dual meet victories in track with 108. Over his ca­ reer his track dual meet re­ cord was 324-41-1. He came to Caledonia in 1964, after coaching at St. Ignace, to take over the track and football programs. He traded in his pads in 1974 with Caledonia’s win­ ningest football record, 5626-6, to take over the cross country program. Soderman said in a Sun and News arti­ cle last summer that he is most proud of winning a state championship in cross country in 1996 and finish­ ing first once and second Happy Holidays from all at Bill Seif a (fital (/eat (afe to tee BILL SEIF ----- HASTINGS ----- i* 2003 South M-37 in Hastings Phone 945-2425 1-800-235-2425 Monday & Wednesday 8-8; Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8-6; Saturday 9-12 The Trojan lady Harriers hit the line, preparing to sweep through the crowd at the O-K Blue conference meet TK runners finished in the top six spots in the race, and seven Trojans earned all-conference honors (Photo by Brett Bremer) twice in the state team track championship. Just as big as the news of any of the action on the field was the shake up that will take place in conferences next school year. The O-K Conference came up with a realignment plan. Beginning with the 2003-2004 school year Hast­ ings and Middleviile will be joined in the new O-K Gold, along with other nearby schools Wayland. Caledo­ nia. South Christian. Byron Center. Wyoming Park, and Holland Christian. Aqua kickboxing class continues this month by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Denise Chamberlin dis­ covered water kickboxing when she was at a confer­ ence last year and now she teaches it and other exercise skills in threelocations. When she was asked to teach a class for the Thor­ napple Kellogg Community Education Department, she decided to bring this fun activity to the pool. "It is a good workout be­ cause you are working against the resistance of the water," Chamberlin says. This past fall she taught her first series of classes. "This was lots of fun and I hope more decide to par­ ticipate in the second senes that begins on Jan. 6. This is a great way to maintain fit­ ness after the holidays." Middle school teacher Stephanie Whitney was one of the participants this fall. She says, "I have really en­ joyed this class.” Jump-Jam-Kick uses tra­ ditional water aerobic moves with kickboxing intervals. Chamberlin says, "This is a class for those who are ready for a more advanced, moderate to high intensity level exercise class." The class meets on Mon­ days and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the TK Community Pool. The cost is $30 for 10 sessions, end­ ing on Feb. 5. Or partici­ pants can pay $5 per visit. For more information, call TK Community Educa­ tion at 795-3397. Scots can’t find rhythm at Union Grand Rapids Union came out a little more ag­ gressive and a little hungrier last Friday night when they hosted the Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball team and took that momentum to a 58-37 victory. “We didn’t shoo well,” said Scot Coach Jason Van­ derWoude. “Their (Union’s) rhythm, tempo, and pressure defense took us out of game. They just played well.” “Some of the guys got down about missing shots.” The Scots even had a rough night from the free throw line where they went just 4 for 14. Caledonia thought it might have an advantage down low, but VanderWoude said that his players just weren’t aggressive enough taking the ball to the hole. “We got a lot of offensive rebounds,” said VanderWoude, “but that was be­ cause we were missing so many close shots.” The Scots made a little bit of a run to cut a big Union lead to eight points during the opening minutes of the second half, but then ran out of gas against Union’s quick, penetrating guards VanderWoude said that junior big man Brad Swartz played very well. Swartz led the scoring column for Cale­ donia with six points. The Scots had four other players finish behind him with five. “It was not pretty,” says VanderWoude. “Hopefully, it’s a good learning experi­ ence.” The loss pushes the Scots back to 2-2 and they’ll look to right the ship when play gets back underway against Sparta on Friday Jan. 3. “We’re looking to have a good week of practice and reestablish our home court” after the home opening loss to Cedar Springs. �The Sun and News Middleville Mi/December 31. 2002/Page 21 Caledonia senior named rodeo athlete of month The National High School Rodeo Association recently selected Molly Spica, a sen­ ior at Caledonia High School, as the Professional s Choice Air Ride SeptemberFemale Student Athlete of the Month. The Athlete of the Month recognition program is de­ signed to recognize exem­ plary National High School Rodeo Association members who arc well-rounded stu­ dents and arc active in their communities. "Professional s Choice is very honored to be involved with the outstanding young people of the National High School Rodeo Association and to have the opportunity to make this program avail­ able for young people across the U.S. and Canada." ex­ plains Barbara Gallagher, marketing manager for Pro­ fessional's Choice Equine Sports Medicine, Products of Spring Valley, Calif. Monthly boys' and girls’ winners will receive a new Student teacher spends last day before graduation at TK Professional s Choice Air Ride saddle pad and will be featured in the NHSRA Times, the official publica­ tion of the National High School Rodeo Association and on the NHSRA S offi­ cial web site at www.nhsra.org. From the monthly win­ ners. both a boy's and girl's national winner for the year will be selected and awarded $1,000 scholarships each at the annual National High School Finals Rodeo slated for July 21-27 in Farming­ ton. N.M. Monthly winners are se­ lected based on academic and leadership qualities. These qualities include in­ volvement in extra-curricu­ lar activities, volunteerism, five- and ten-year goals, as well as other related accom­ plishments. In addition, each applicant is required to write an essay and submit a letter of recommendation. Spica competes in the Michigan High School Ro­ deo Association, where she is currently leading the bar­ rel racing standings and is second in the pole bending. She also competes in the break-a-way roping and the team roping. She is the stu­ dent president for the Michi­ gan High School Rodeo As­ sociation and has qualified for the national finals for the past three years. She is hop­ ing to make the trip to New Mexico for her senior year as well. Spica is a Wrangler AllStar Team member, an honor that goes to the top two athletes in each event each year in each state. Her future plans include becoming a veterinarian and continuing with her barrel racing, pole bending and roping. Molly Spica and her horse. Dee. are shown here competing at the National High School Rodeo finals last July in Farmington. N.M Michigan Streams and Lakes Great Gift! Stream MAP of Michigan Why every angler and boater needs this map kVW I STREAM MAP by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tom Rock spent his last day before graduation from Western Michigan Univer­ sity Dec. 7 doing what he has enjoyed doing all semes­ ter long, working as a stu­ dent teacher with Chad Ruger at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Rock will be looking for a teaching position on the east side of the state, which is where he hails from. He has been staying with his aunt. Deb Jones in Middleville, during the week instead of commuting up from Kala­ mazoo to make a 7:30 a.m. school start. “I have learned a lot working with Mr. Ruger. 1 am especially impressed with his lifetime sports class. I don’t think other schools have anything like it,” Rock said. Ruger says, “Tom has done everything we’ve asked him to do. He worked well with the students." “The students here are great. Rock said. “They work hard and are ready for class.” Rock said he also has been impressed with the way the TK physical educa­ tion classes incorporate computer technology into the learning arena.” Student teacher Tom Rock has enjoyed the op­ portunity to work with TK High School physical edu­ cation teacher Chad Ru­ ger this semester. JV skaters split two tight games The Caledonia/Lowell Red Arrows jayvee hockey team split two exciting games at Standard Federal Ice Arena over the weekend of Dec. 21. Saturday against South Christian. Tim Kelly cele­ brating his 13th birthday started things off by scoring for the Red Arrows. He was assisted by Will Holland and Kyle Austin. South Christian immedi­ ately returned the favor to tie the game al 1. The exchanges continued with goals by Austin (assists Holland, Kyle Grucz), and Holland (assists Jon Chns tiansen, Austin Declercq). This brought the game to a 3-3 tie going into the final minutes of the game. Declercq scored the go ahead goal for the Red Ar- See hockey, page 23 The STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the ‘Lost Stream Map.’ The ’Stream Map of Pennsylvania’ was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. Professor Higbee succeeded in creating a map of the highest detail possible—a map that shows every stream and lake. He painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 by 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well—until it was lost several years after it first appeared in print Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the origmii drawing and panting plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remammg dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last .maps. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) The Middleville varsity volleyball team, coming off a season where they set a school record for victories, has started off strong and Saturday finished in the semi-finals at the Wyoming Park Invitational. The Trojans fell 15-11, 15-9 to the hosts from Park in the semi’s, but had a good day, handing eventual cham­ pions South Christian their only split of the day. South Christian went 5-01 on their way to the title, but Middleville got the best of the Sailors in the first game the two teams played early in the day in pool play. Middleville went 4-1-1 on the day. They started the morning off with a 15-10, 15-1 win over Ottawa Hills, then came the split with South Christian before mov­ ing into the elimination round where the Trojans won In total the Trojans are now 8-2-1, after winning their half of the Otsego Invi­ tational on the season’s first weekend. Sat. Dec. 21. TK celebrates a point over South Christian. The Trojans split with the Sailors on the day, but South would go on to win the tournament trophy. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojans pile up two more wins The Trojan varsity wres­ tlers continued the good start to their season by win­ ning two duals at Owosso Saturday Dec. 21. TK topped Chesaning 6512, and the Indians only points came by way of a 02 Pontiac Grand Am 01 Chevy Blazer LT 4x4 4 door, auto , air Balance of factory warranty 01 GMC 3/4 T Sierra 4x4 96 Chevy Silverado 4x4 Reg cab long box. Duramax Diesel 350 V-8, auto , good mites 01 Chevy Silverado LT 4x4. ext cab short box. loaded 23K GAVIN • Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac 795-3318 • 891-8151 M-37 North of Middleville. Across from Middlevtlia TK s Melissa Robinson dives down for a dig in front of teammate Melisa Potts (10) (Photo by Brett Bremer) SALES HOURS Tues Thurs & Fn SERVICE HOURS Trojan forfeits at 125 and to an injury default at 145. Trojan pins were turned in by Tommy Winright at 103, Patrick McKeown at 135, Eric Reeder at 171, Phil Corson at 189, and Alec Belson at 275. Mike Gurski at 119 scored a 15-0 technical fall. Winning by decision for TK were Mike McKeown, Kyle Fletke, Dayne Fletke, and Andrew Reeder. Alex Buehler won by go­ ing up against an Indian void at 215, as did Kurt Huntington at 112. Owosso made their match with the Trojans a little bit tougher, but not much. Seven Trojans recorded pins in the match. Winright got his second of the day at 103. Hunting­ ton finally got to wrestle at 112 and pinned his opponent in the second round. Also recording pins for TK were Mike McKeown. Patrick McKeown, Andrew Reeder, Eric Reeder. Cor­ son. and Belson. Daync Fletke scored a technical fall in his second match by the score of 17-2 Other Trojans winning by decision were Kyle Flctke, and Alex Buehler. Scot spikers still working out early season kinks The Fighting Scot varsity volleyball team went 3-2-4 in the first two tournaments this winter, and Coach Mark Johnson says that he is look­ ing to see a little bit more of the good doctor in the Jekyll and Hyde act his girls have going so far. “We go as our passing goes,” says Johnson. Molly Conway and Krista Rey­ nolds, a junior and a sopho­ more, are taking care of most of that for the Scots so far. “If they're on we’re on.” Johnson says that the Scots real Achilles heal now is serving, and he says he believes that if his team was serving well they may have come out on top of one of their first two tournaments. Dec. 21 at Comstock Park the Scots went 1-1-2, split­ ting with Byron Center and Tri-Unity. The Fighting Scots were the only team to take a game from Tri-Unity who went on to win the tournament championship. In their 16-14, 15-11 win against Kelloggsville, Cale­ donia missed 19 serves and still pulled out the match. “We couldn’t serve to save our life,” said Johnson. The Scots loss on the day came 15-8, 15-12 to O-K Gold opponent Sparta. On the season’s opening day, Dec. 14 at Godwin, the Scots went 2-1-3. They bested the hosts from Godwin 15-1, 15-12, then split with Calvin Chris­ tian 9-15,15-4. Next up in pool play was Montague. The Scots also split with them, 4-115, 1512, and Montague went on to win the tourney. Caledonia followed that up with a 15-3, 15-9 victory over Grand Rapids Central, before falling 15-6, 15-1 to Wyoming Park in the semi­ finals. The Scots were at East Kentwood Saturday Dec. 28, after the paper went to press, looking to test what they’ve learned so far against some very tough teams. Their next action will be the team’s home opener against O-K Gold foe Unity Christian on Monday Jan. 6. Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. 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After the 49-28 defeat the Maxim gathered together his coaches, team captains Corey Kilmartin, Rich McCarty, Jim Haisma. and Frank D’Amico to reorgan­ ize the team. Then the coaches wife, Karen Maxim, rounded up the crew for a big team meal and overnight party to bring the team back together. The result, eight of 12 Scots medaled at the Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational at Maple Valley on Saturday Dec. 21. Caledonia had three champions, one second, and four third place finishes. As a team, the Fighting Scots finished second over­ all to Lakewood. Caleb Moorhead. Angel Castillo, and Corey Kilmar­ tin each earned tournament championships in their flights. Castillo pinned Concord's John Essenmacher in the 140 final to win the weight class. Moorhead won with a major decision over Kelloggsvi lie’s Adam Burr in the 130 final. Kilmartin also won by a major decision in the 160 final over Lake­ wood's Alex Phillips Finishing in second place for the Scots was Jim Haisma, who swept trough the day before falling in the 189 final. Caledonia’s four third place finishes were turned in by Tyler Bowden (103), Robbie LaFountain (145), Frank D’Amico (152), and Richie McCarty (171). La Fountain, D'Amico, and McCarty each won by pin in the consolation final. Bow­ den won by a major deci­ sion. Zach House, Nick Rauscr, and John Goebel also con­ tributed to the team’s final point total of 181. Lake­ wood finished the day first with 202.5 team points and nine wrestlers finishing first, second, or third. Caledonia finished ahead of the host Maple Valley Li­ ons in third with 153.5 points, Kelloggsville 116.5, Gull Lake 114, Coopersville 100, Concord 83. Hopkins 81, and Dansville 67. Maxim contributed some of the quick turnaround to the help of a couple friends of the program. Ryan Hay­ wood and Jake Klapmust, who returned to lend some expertise to the Scots, as well as the hard work of the assistant coaches to help put the frustrations of what hap­ pened earlier behind the team. The Fighting Scots will look to build on the success at their next test when they visit Rogers on Saturday Jan. 4. Hockey, continued from pg. 21 rows with an assist from David Roth and the game was put away by a Grucz goal with assists from Ryan Bolt and Tim Kelly for a 5-3 win for the Red Arrows. Brent Delooch did an out­ standing job in goal, with great defensive play by Tim Kelly. Jeff Moore, Chase Groli, Michael Baron. David Sweeney. Jon Latva, and Mark Cerajewski. Sunday found the Red Ar­ rows facing Wayland. Once Can 945-9554 for Sun & News classified ads again, it was an exciting game with the scoring going back and forth until the final minutes of the game. Wayland scored first, but Kyle Austin (assist Holland) answered it immediately with a goal for the Red Ar­ rows. Holland scored next for the Red Arrows, and that was followed up by goals from Austin (assist Hol­ land). Bolt (assist Roth), and Grucz. Excellent back checking, and support from Austin McGregor. Cory Kowalski. Nick Truszkowski and Kyle Baker, kept the pressure on the Wildcats, but Wayiand managed to squeeze in a few more goals to finish the game with a 7-5 win. Help Wanted BLEAM EAVESTROUGHING Seamless gutter. 50 Colors. Free Estimates Since 1959, 616-945-0004 www bleameaves.com For Rent APARTMENT FOR RENT: lower huge 2+ bedroom, completely remodeled, gor­ geous, $750/month includes heat. 212 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville (616)8992112 Caleb Moorhead HALL FOR RENT: Caledo nia Sportmans Club, newly renovated. For information call (616)891-1168._________ LARGE HOME FOR RENT: between Caledonia & Mid­ dleville, 4/5 bedrooms, 2 baths on 5 acres. Totally up­ dated with new carpet & neutral colors, plus 2 car at­ tached garage, only $950 per month plus utilities Pets considered. Call (616)8136824. Angel Castillo (right) TAPRC volleyball season ends, more on the way The fall season of the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission Co­ ed Volleyball ended play of Thursday Dec. 19 with the Boonstra team taking the league championship. Team members Todd and Polly Boonstra. Randy and Jenny Barrett, and Julie VanElst’s dedicated and consistent play won them the championship trophy. The Swamp Fox team of Becky Buxton. Korie Wheeier. TJ. Schut. Corey Webster, and Veronica took home the runner’s-up title and trophy. TKMS custodian Jeff Price helped to make this first session of volleyball a success, and summer co-ed sand volleyball will begin in May Between now and then, beginning Jan. 9 and for every Thursday thru Febru­ ary from 7-9p.m the TK Middle School gym will be available for open gym adult volleyball. Pick-up recreational vol­ leyball will operate similar to Wednesday night (810p m ) basketball at McFall, which resumes Jan. 8. Show up. Warm up. Play. 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Check out all our Special Servlet Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Collating Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 Davenport University campus planned for Caledonia Township by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Davenport University­ plans to locate its largest campus ever in the south­ west corner of Caledonia Township, near M-6 and Kraft Avenue, soon after closing on the property. A land acquisition of 43 to 44 acres at 6191 Kraft Avenue, near the Foremost Insurance PUD. would be­ come the largest Davenport campus of the University's 30-school system to date in Michigan and Indiana, ac­ cording to University Presi­ dent Randolph Flechsig. The acreage was purchased from Alticore/Amway co-founders Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel. Davenport College was established in 1866 as an in­ stitution offering degrees in business, health professions and technology. Officials reportedly hope the site will create easy ac­ cess from the nearby loca­ tion of M-6 and M-37 for students commuting from as far as Kalamazoo and Lans­ ing, and will not detract from the existing 10-acre campus in Grand Rapids. The intended campus would be located in an area of Caledonia that is pres­ ently planned in the master plan to be zoned for High­ way Commercial (HC) de­ velopment. Two options were consid­ ered in advance of the actual request. "A rezoning to the HC zoning category, with a sub­ sequent approval of a spe­ cial use permit, would set the stage for the project’s ap­ proval," Planner Dave Zylstra stated in a memo to Su­ pervisor Bryan Harrison, and other township officials Dec. 23. The other option would be "to develop the project under the land's current zon­ ing category of Agricultural (A) , provided a special use permit is approved by both the Planning Commission and the Board of Trustees," Zylstra explained, and said it would be the simpler route to take. Once one of these routes is taken, work will begin on site plans for the campus. This was anticipated to be­ gin in the spring, Zylstra said. He said, "I believe the lo­ cation of the campus will not detract from the in­ tended commercial uses in a substantive way in the new HC district, but rather will help to set the stage for the type of development that we would like to see in the M37/1-6 region." The commissioners dis­ cussed the potential impacts and the best ultimate result for both the township and the university. They hope university officials will choose the approach that will best meet the needs of both the community and the planned campus. Commissioners discussed the two zoning options. Township Attorney Jim Brown explained HC zoning Caledonia officials are pleased over the plans by ‘ Davenport University officials to build a large campus in the community, but mull over the best zoning procedure to achieve positive results for all involved. includes a special land use for private and satellite schools and colleges. Ag zoning has a broad reference to public and private schools, but does not specify colleges. Commissioners tended to prefer not to expand or amend ag uses to include higher educational institu­ tions. Though the college use is planned for in the HC district, the lack of public utilities in most ag districts could make such a future re­ quest by another institution undesirable in another agri­ cultural area. The proximity to the highway infrastructure was seen as a positive factor for this location, but access elsewhere could have a dif­ ferent impact. Planning Commission Chairman Archie Warner said, "You might want some control over where that might go." He said it was to be a large site, and he wanted public approval. It was thought some residents might not want a college campus there. He referred to the many hours of planning for High­ way Commercial and the uses to be allowed there. The lighting and landscap­ ing of the area would com­ ply with the standards al­ ready established for HC if rezoned for that use. "This way they know ex­ actly what we want to ap­ prove" on the site plan. War­ ner said. There seemed to be an initial consensus by the commissioners for rezoning the parcel to HC as planned for in the master plan. Commissioners expect traffic to increase as a result, requiring the widening of roads in that area. There ap­ pears to be no access to M37 unless a cooperative ef­ fort could be achieved be­ tween Meijers and Daven port planners. Otherwise the campus would open onto Kraft, with impacts upon 68th and 60th to the north. Commissioner Wally Bujak said he would like to stress road alignment across from Foremost so that a traf­ fic light could be practical if needed. Foremost traffic predomi­ nates at regular workshifts. Area traffic could increase if other potential parcels were developed. Nevertheless, there is an enthusiastic response over the probable presence of Davenport in the commu­ nity. As Zylstra said "It is great news for the develop­ ment of Caledonia Town­ ship." ^Solid Impact^ 1 > Fitness HOURS: M-Th 5 am-9pm; Fri. 5am-8pm Sat. 8am-2pm; Sun.9am-3pm 9175 Cherry Valiev, Ste. K Caledonia, 891-2994 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sun And News Description An account of the resource <strong>The Hastings Public Library wishes to thank Smith Imaging of Rockford, MI for their work digitizing the Sun &amp; News.</strong><br /><br />The Sun &amp; News is one of the older newspapers in Barry County, MI. All copies held by the Hastings Public Library have been scanned to PDF for easy public access. <br /><br />Available years cover 1981 - 2022.<br /><br />Note some years are incomplete while others are missing. Some missing issues during the COVID-19 pandemic years of 2020 and 2021 may be found in harcopies of The Reminder. 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Title A name given to the resource Sun and News Published 2002 Subject The topic of the resource Newspaper.SunandNews Description An account of the resource Sun and News Published 2002. Specific issues may be incomplete or missing. Type The nature or genre of the resource PDF Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newspaper Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource varies within year published Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-NC/1.0/ Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Hastings Public Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available unknown Date Accepted Date of acceptance of the resource. Examples of resources to which a Date Accepted may be relevant are a thesis (accepted by a university department) or an article (accepted by a journal). unknown